GOOD NEWS - 6th November
We start this week with congratulations to everyone involved with Fleetwood In Bloom for picking up an award at North West in Bloom.
Fleetwood Town Council, Cllr Cheryl Raynor (chair), Cllr Jayne Martin, Rossall Ward, Fleetwood and Lenghtsman Dan Munro were recently presented with a Silver Award in the Large Town category. This is great recognition for the 'Bloomers' and all the hard work they do keeping Fleetwood looking colourful and tidy.
And a special shout out to Kath, one of our lovely Healthier Fleetwood volunteers who has also been giving some of her time to Fleetwood in Bloom. Kath joined the team last week to help prepare the planters along Lord Street ahead of the town's Remembrance Day parade on Sunday 10th November.
> To volunteer for Fleetwood in Bloom, please see their Facebook page or you can email cedo@fleetwoodtowncouncil.org
If you'd like to keep your bicycle running smoothly, there's two FREE maintenance courses on at Fleetwood Library, this Saturday, 9th November.
Join Go Velo for a hands-on session to keep your bike in top shape. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, this event is perfect for anyone looking to learn basic bike maintenance. Come prepared to get your hands dirty and learn from the experienced instructors at this opportunity to improve your bike knowledge and skills. The 2-hour sessions are at 10am & 1pm, FREE places should be pre-booked.
BBC Lancashire News was in Town last week to catch up on the success of Strive Community Cafe at Flakefleet.
Co-founders Dave McPartlin and Mark Spencer shared the story of how the venue started and the role it's now playing to support local residents' wellbeing.
WHAT'S ON AT THE HEALTHIER FLEETWOOD CENTRE
If you're looking for new volunteering opportunities working with children and families, Home-Start UK can help. Pop in for a conversation with Katie tomorrow, Thursday 7th November from 1pm to 3pm to find out more about getting involved. If you can't make it along this time, visit the Homestart UK website for contact details and more about the support available on the Fylde Coast.
West Fleetwood Computer Clinic is back on Friday 15th November from 11am to around 1.30pm. The friendly, knowledgeable volunteers can help you make the most of your PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone. Staying safe online, storing data and much more. There's no need to book, just drop-in!
We also have printed copies of WYRE'S GREAT OUTDOORS listing for November and this month's WHAT'S ON AT FLEETWOOD LIBRARY ... call in to the Information Centre or you can read them on the Healthier Fleetwood website by clicking on the links.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
It is a busy day on Saturday with a choice of community events including an early start for the players in a 12-hour fundraising footie game at the Poolfoot Complex. The game is raising funds for a new defibrillator at the Fleetwood Youth Hub and even if you aren't on the pitch you can support on the day and buy tickets for the prize raffle. Kick-off is 8am, final whistle at 8pm, Good luck to everyone taking part!
Fancy footwork of another kind at Marine Hall from 1pm to 4pm ... an Afternoon Cream Tea Dance. Blackpool Tower Ballroom organist Chris Hopkins will provide the music and there's an option to enjoy tea after dancing.
> For ticket information and bookings: Telephone 01253 887693
Fleetwood Methodist Church hosts a Christmas Fayre on Saturday at 11am. There's a variety of stalls from crafters and small businesses, a pop-up Christmas photo studio and loads of festive fun! It's FREE entry until 2pm.
End to End, the documentary on the history of Fleetwood to Knott End Ferry is screened on Monday 11th November. Pop into Fleetwood Library at 2pm to catch what promises to be a fascinating glimpse into the past and present of a much-loved community asset. Tickets are FREE, there's no pre-booking
If it's Christmas presents you want, there's also a Shopping Evening on Thursday 14th November. Margaret and Karen from Jars of Joy invite you to join them at Fleetwood Cons Club from 6pm to 9pm ... it's a fundraiser for the Joyfest 2025 event.
If you receive this bulletin in time, a reminder the Healthier Fleetwood Open Meeting is this evening at Emmanuel Church from 6.30pm.
Pop along if you can to meet amazing individuals and groups making a difference in the local community, hear about the many upcoming events, how you can get involved and share your ideas for something new. Everyone welcome and there's a brew too! A summary of the meeting will be shared over the weekend.
And finally ... The GOOD NEWS will be a little later next week, we'll be sending the bulletin on Thursday not Wednesday.
Keep sending in all your news to share with the community.
Until the next time, take care.
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