August Bank Holiday Weekend – Click on the image for a full size poster
We’ve got a great weekend of entertainment to suit everyone lined up for you over the late August bank holiday. For the first time Bishopswood and Walford village halls are collaborating to bring a full programme of events.
On Sunday 28th August All Saints Church Bishopswood are holding their special ‘Summer Pimms, Hymns and Berry Hill Brass Band” Service. It’s always a great joy to sing popular hymns along with the Brass Band! The service will be followed by Pimms with Strawberries and Cream at just £3 per person.
On Monday 29th August Walford village hall are holding a fun day for all the family from 11:00am until 4:00pm. There will be plenty to keep you entertained including face painting, live music, dog show, raffles & prizes, games, food, ice cream, arts & crafts, and much much more.
The entertainment continues on Monday afternoon and evening with the Annual Duck race at Bishopswood Village Hall at 5:00pm, followed by a Hog Roast, bar and Ceilidh with the fabulous ‘Life of Riley’. Tickets are £8 per person (£4 under 12s), Vegetarian, Vegan and gluten free options will be available. Duck and Tickets will be on sale at the Walford Village Hall Family Fun day.
Hog roast & Ceilidh tickets are now on sale 01600891277
Bishopswood Village Hall has a new regular class, the Goodrich Village Art Club.
This is a very friendly and informal painting and drawing group guided by a professional artist. People are free to choose whatever subject they like and in whatever medium. All levels of ability are welcome except complete beginners. For more information contact Julie on 07852102009.
The next term starts on 13th September and runs for 12 weeks with a break for half term. There is a small fee payable which is set each term depending on the number of members. The group is non profit making but needs to cover the cost of the hall hire and fees. There are about 20 members at the moment.
I moved here from Sussex last year and whilst I am continuing to offer Mindfulness on zoom to past participants, I am now looking forward to meeting individuals in this community, and to share my experiences and understandings.
I trained with Bangor University and Sussex Mindfulness Centre learning the most well-known courses…Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, which are based on ancient traditions and neuroscience.
I started my meditation practice in 2006, and bring mindfulness into living as best I can.
Do you have questions about what it is, what it is not, what Mindfulness offers? Would you like to experience some short meditation practices? in sitting, in stillness and then with some gentle movements or maybe walking. (whatever we do, you have a choice to join in or not)
Or maybe you already have some experience: Are you looking for a place to continue or return to practice? or are you a seasoned practitioner who wants to meet fellow travellers?
Please come along to one, or both of these two free taster sessions at Bishopswood Village Hall
Tuesday 9 August 2022 . 11.00 – 12.00
Tuesday 16 August 2022 14.30 – 15.30
As an introduction to me as a facilitator, an opportunity to be guided in a few short practices, these short workshops will be informal and will allow you to decide whether you would like to participate in future classes.
And if these times are not convenient for you, please get in touch to express your interest. I am keen to learn what your views are, and what works for you.
It would be really helpful, If you could let me know of your intention to come, please do so by calling 07399620833, or texting on this number or e-mailing rosemarie@metame.co.uk
But if on the day, you decide you want to come, feel free to pitch up.
Mindfulness receives quite a lot of media coverage.
There are many myths, high expectations as well as negative results reported which lead to misconceptions, misunderstandings
COMMUNITY SAFETY CHARTER launched to tackle crimes in public spaces
Our new Community Safety Charter, launched today, encourages everyone from individuals, Neighbourhood Watch groups, businesses, and organisations to take an active stance against crimes in public spaces, such as harassment, hate crime, and antisocial behaviour. The Charter tagline is #BETHECHANGE, focusing on the role of active bystanders in leading the change within their communities. The Charter supports greater understanding about how we recognise and deal with community safety issues and support victims by knowing where to get help, how and who to report to, enabling a more positive, proactive approach by the whole community when witnessing or experiencing confrontation, hostility, or harassment.
Do I need to make a pledge? We are delighted to invite you to sign up to the Charter. By signing up individuals, businesses, organisations, and groups pledge to four actions:
· PROMOTE – promotea culture that does not tolerate harmful language, antisocial behaviour and hostility toward others · ENABLE – enableothers to identify and take an active stance to prevent harassment, antisocial behaviour and intimidation within their community · REPORT – actively encourage and support others to report harassment, antisocial behaviour and intimidation and share intelligence about these crimes with the relevant authorities · SUPPORT – supportthose affected by harassment, antisocial behaviour and intimidation and refer victims to the appropriate support agency
What will I receive when I sign up? You will receive a printable poster, individual pledges to share on social media, and a comprehensive information pack on a specific topic or crime every two months which you can share with your staff/volunteers/colleagues/friends. The topics covered in the first year are: · harassment · hate crime · antisocial behaviour · being an active bystander · dealing with confrontation · leading the change in our communities
Where can I find out more?
· Attend our Community Safety Charter and ASB Webinar on the 21st July at 5pm. Book your online place here · Watch an interactive presentation here · Contact the Neighbourhood Watch Community Safety Charter Leads – Cheryl Spruce, Head of Membership and Engagement, or Jayne Pascoe, Head of Partnerships and Projects
How do I sign up? Simply complete the online form on ourwatch.org.uk/charter. Once you have signed up, we will contact you with you within 5 working days to share the first information pack and other resources.
Please share the details of the Charter with your networks and encourage them also to sign up and share it. #BeTheChangeCentral Support Team | NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NETWOR Follow us… ourwatch.org.uk / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / LinkedIn
Neighbourhood Watch Network is a charity registered in England & Wales, CIO no: 1173349CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF CREATING SAFER, CONNECTED AND ACTIVE COMMUNITIESPlease note: This email has been sent to all Neighbourhood Watch supporters within our network