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he lastest meeting of the Neighbourhood Management Board (NMB) discussed the following items:
Matters Arising There will be a clean up Day on Webster Road Play area on 24�� October between 9.30am and 4pm. All residents are welcome to come along! The Oxygen levels in the park lakes has risen and there have been no new avian deaths. Anita Robinson told the board that over 100 people attended and enjoyed the Japanese drummers at the park. Residents Network News Joy Vincent told the board that the trips to Twinlakes and Matlock were successful and that the fund raising would be continuing with the annual toy sale on 10�� December at the Wellinger Way garage. NHS – Community Wellness Service Karen Pickering told the board that a new team member was needed. Some ideas for funding were a children’s dance group, hair and beauty. Grants of up to £250 are available. Community First Update The scheme is in its fourth year and is approaching the end with deadlines for submission being the end of September. Eight applications have been made in the last two months and it looks like all of the money will have been dispensed to community projects/groups. Transforming Communities Recommendations have been put forward to the scrutiny commission and presented to the City Mayor. At the moment, nothing has changed since the last board meeting. Tendering for the community centres will initially be offered to community groups with the hope that they will take over the buildings. Surestart Children’s Centres Angie Wright gave a brief overview of the changes to the centres and changes to their services. Upcoming Events Planning permission has been submitted by Naresh Parmer to implement changes to Braunstone Hall, including developments and a new access road. Dementia friendly walks are still taking place with the final one being on October 7��. British Gas sent some of their workers to help clean up around the lake areas. On 8�� October there will be a Braunstone Park Lakes clean up event, all are welcome, the Lord Mayor to attend to help. On the National Heritage Day 75 people turned up to hear talks about local history, given by the Braunstone History Group.
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he Resnet has met a couple of times and are making plans for the future. We have been on training and are just about ready to start hosting our own website. The website will have information about anything and everything (hopefully) that is going on in the area. We have also planned their AGM which will be held on Tuesday 25th November at Summers Café from 1.30pm. Everyone is welcome to come along, new members are welcome too. The Resnet will be helping to bring a Christmas disco/party for 8 to 11 year olds on 5th December at the Oak Centre. The Braunstone Awards will be taking place at West End Working Men’s Club on Thursday 26th March, please get your nominations in quickly. Nomination forms can be found in this edition of the Alert. The Facebook group now has 232 members and it is used to spread the news of what is happening in the area, if you would like to join the group then search for Braunstone Residents Network group on Facebook. The garage sales have been performing really well and donations are always welcome, this year, these sales helped to pay for trips to Matlock & Twinlakes, the Awards night and many other small events. Please give us your suggestions for future trips out or other activities that you may think is a good idea. Finally the Christmas sale is on the 10th December and looks like it will be as successful one. Come along and get your Christmas gifts.
Braunstone Residents’ Network AGM Meeting 25th November 2014 @ 1.30pm to 3pm at Summer Cafe, Cort Crescent Community Centre, Cort Crescent Braunstone For more information call Eileen Gollings on 07881 284498
Garage News Stop Press… This year’s Annual Garage Christmas sale will be held on Wednesday 10th of December from 12 - 3.45pm. Please see the poster on page 7 for more details. The last Garage Sale for 2014, at 45 Wellinger Way, will be on the 17th of December and the Garage will reopen on the 8th of January 2015.
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ince the last edition of the Alert, The TRI4James crew have been extremely busy fund-raising. For Vicky Williams, the sky was the limit as she bravely completed a sky dive jump and in the process she raised an amazing £1080. The children’s Braunstone Park one mile sponsored walk raised £1680, with top fund raisers on the day being sisters Sian and Alicia Grant who raised a whopping £167 (see picture on the Gallery Page), pipped to the post was Grace Andrews who raised a fab £165.00 for the TRI4James fund. Well done girls. The team TRI4James has been running crazy and in September, they successfully completed the Warwickshire triathlon. The team are now training harder than ever for the Leicester half marathon on October 26th. The 12 strong team of four women and eight men have been announced as Darren Liquorish, Brian Williams, Nicholas Elton, Daniel Reading, Luke Roberts, Gary Moore, David Tebbutt, Tony Cawley, Natalie Williams, Stacey Roberts, Natalie Stacey and Dawn Tobin. Also, Darren joins Leicester based company Ross Handling and their staff, who have decided to join forces to raise funds for TRI4James. They will be, on the 1st November, completing the ‘Wolf Run’, which is a ten mile race through assault terrain, as Darren told us ‘The words ‘Muddy Hell’ comes to mind’. Friday December 19th sees Mazzie’s Cafe 4th Christmas dinner! Traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings! Christmas pudding/brandy sauce/custard or mince pies for afters! Bingo! And a prezzie from Santa included! All for just £10:00! In addition there will be a raffle of hampers this year! With all proceeds going to TRI4James funds!! Tickets are available from Mazzies cafe @Brite Centre (see back page). If you would like to support the TRI4James fund, check out the TRI4James website, or pop into Mazzie’s café at the BRITE. The Alert, wishes the team all the best in their adventures and we will bring more updates in the next edition.
Braunstone History Group
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s the winter nights draw in so its dark at 5.00pm a ray of light has opened at the “Brite Centre” on Braunstone Avenue, for children aged 5 – 11 years. A Free supervised after school club called “The Hub”provides a large safe place for kids to play and develop their social skills amongst others, with light physical games like football and badminton, they can be creative with painting and drawing. Every Thursday, from 5 – 6.30pm, you are welcomed by Bob Gale and his team of volunteers from Trinity Life Church who provide supervision, so you can leave your kids (after registration) or stay and help out. For more information call Rob on 0116 2558672 or send an email to rob.gale@trinitylifechurch.org.uk.
Another successful History group exhibition t was a full house for the Braunstone History Group, as their last exhibition which took place on Tuesday 30�� September, saw over 40 people come through the doors, with 20 people attending the talk given by Helen Catterwell, chair of the history group; about ‘The Old Village’. Helen who prides herself on getting the audience involved in the talks, showed photographs of what the Old Village used to look like- which lead to lots of discussion! Many of the visitors stating that they will be returning for the next talk, it was a huge success. The next History Group exhibition and talk is on Tuesday 25�� November 10:00 am-12:30 pm at the stable block. Book your place in the talk early as seats fill up fast. The talk will be about Braunstone Park as a military camp during WWII. So why not ‘Come and see all about your Braunstone!’ – Helen Catterwell
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Farewell to our Alan Chapman
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e are all sad to hear of the death of Alan Chapman in October, all at b-inspired, b-connected and the Braunstone Residents Network offer their sincere condolences to Alan’s family at this sad time. “Alan was an inspiration to so many, kind hearted, giving and loving with a wealth of knowledge and experience, he lit up the room and despite losing people he loved he continued to smile, one of the last things he said to me was that he couldn’t wait for the next 90 years, as he had so much to do! Alan, wherever you are, don’t stop telling those terrible jokes and enjoy kissing all the girls x”. Ali Gamble “We were very sad to hear of the death of Alan. He was a kind, intelligent and community spirited man. Alan was very interested in history and was a very valued member of the Braunstone History Group. He loved to tell us about his time in the RAF and about his dad’s time in army in WWI. He would always offer to research something for the group. He will be missed greatly by our group and will always be remembered with love and Respect”. Helen Catterwell Chair of Braunstone History Group. “Alan Chapman, Well! What can I say, I have known Alan for 8 years and what a wonderful, kind and honest gentleman he was, he was a wonderful friend and nothing was too much trouble, love you always Alan”. Eilleen Gollings “It will be hard not to see your smiling face, you always had a story for us, we will miss you so much” Lizzie “Big hugs for you Alan, the most happy and lovely gentleman I knew. I loved being in your company at meetings and at the garage sale. I will miss you so much, especially on holidays at Skeggy. Love you forever”. Joy Vincent
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tars & Angels will be running their Santa's grotto on the 1st to 23rd December, Monday to Friday, from 3-30pm to 5-00pm. Organisers Barry and Maria Sawbridge will be charging £1 to see Santa and there will be a free gift, and a chance to have your photo taken with Santa, also at £1. This year Barry and Maria are doing something different, they will be touring the streets of Braunstone with Santa's sleigh, (similar to the fire service), with collection tins and Santa's little helpers. This will be running throughout December every Monday to Friday from 5-30pm to 7-30pm. But that's not all folks, Barry and Maria will be hosting their annual event at the Co-op on Hallam Crescent on Saturday December 13th.
As always all funds raised will go to Heart Research UK. They told told the Alert team “with the generous help of the Braunstone community we would love to beat last year's total of £1,309”. We at the Alert wish them all the best in their fund-raising. Barry & Maria
Congratulations To Anna and Darren White for the birth of their son Joe Aiden Lee White Weighing 9 lbs 8oz Delivered at 5.54 am on the 27th August 2014 at the Royal Infirmary
News From Braunstone Fishing Club The fishing day event was a great success, this was a chance for Braunstone fishing club members to meet and chat. The weather conditions were fair, but the fish weren't feeding very well. Club members used maggots and boilies, the anglers used various methods for example; float fishing, ledgering etc. Their wasn't much of a catch two members pulled out a couple of nice common carp in good condition. All in all, it was a great day and everyone enjoyed it and it was well organised by the clubs head bailiff Stephen Halford. Next season we will be holding junior coaching sessions, if you are 12-16 come and join our Junior Club in January 2015. Watch this space for up and coming events and news. Elaine Halford.
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Think Numbers = Think Ahead +
aul Runesha is a local man with a vision to improve children’s learning to broaden their Maths and English skills along with enhancing their selfconfidence in his Think Ahead Plus project. Paul, runs a club for children aged 8 – 16 to help with their SATS and their GCSE exams. Think Ahead Plus uses a unique combination of extra maths tuition and outdoor activity in the summer to enhance children lives. Paul explained the philosophy behind the project is ‘we all have eyes to look at a problem, but we need to use our eyes to look for the solution’. Paul, who has help from two parent volunteers, believes that clear communication with parents is key to a child’s learning. Sessions take place on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Oak Centre 4:30 – 6:00pm. Think Ahead Plus asks for a contribution of £5.00 a session to put towards running costs. If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions about Think Ahead Plus please contact Paul on email: paulrunesha@yahoo.co.uk or by phone: 07508809578 or check out the website at www.thinkaheadplus.org By Charlotte and Maureen.
Tim Stevens, the Bishop of Leicester, came to visit St Peter’s on Sunday October 5th to confirm 5 people from local churches – part of his visit to the “West Leicester Mission Partnership”. Whatever your views are on war and peace, this is a chance to remember those who lost their lives in all the conflicts of the 20th Century, and pray for peace in the 21st Century. After the Communion, there will be a short act of Remembrance at approx 11am. A chance to come and remember your loved ones who’ve died recently (or not so recently) – light a candle, say some, quiet prayers... and have a cuppa and a chat afterwards. Chris Burch
Congratulations The Alert would like to say a huge well done to all the students and staff at Fullhurst. Their record GCSE exam results for 2014 has seen the school raised to second place in the city for ‘Value Added’. Keep up with the good work folks.
Friar Lane & Braunstone Baptist Church, Hallam Crescent East /Braunstone Avenue Tuesday 2nd December 7.00 pm Run by all the Braunstone churches, with school choirs. Refreshments after the service.
Gooding Avenue/Hamelin Road Sunday 21st 10.30am Carol Service Christmas Eve 8.00pm Reflective Carols & Communion Service 0116 284 9623 Hallam Crescent East/Narborough Road Sunday 14th December 10.45am A Christmas Production Christmas Eve 11.30pm Christmas Eve Communion Christmas Day 10.00 am Christmas Day Worship 0116 289 2182 Woodshawe Rise/Cort Crescent Saturday 20th December 3.00pm Christmas Crafts and Crib Service mainly for children Christmas Eve 11.30pm Christmas Midnight Eucharist Christmas Day 10.00am Family Christmas Communion 0116 289 3377 Hallam Crescent East/Braunstone Avenue Sunday 21st December 10.45am Nativity Service Sunday 21st December 6.30pm Candlelight Service Christmas Eve 4.00pm Christingle Service Christmas Eve 11.30pm Late Night Carol Service Christmas Day 10.30am Christmas Day Service 0116 289 6797 Gooding Avenue Christmas Eve 6.00 pm Family Mass Chiristmas Eve 12.00am Midnight Mass Christmas Day 10.00am Christmas Mass 0116 289 8795
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Charlie’s Tails from Braunstone Hi its Charlie here again. Here I am talking to a boy - friend that visited me, I like to spend some time just relaxing and laying down.
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I like to spend time at the lake looking at ducks and swans and enjoy the view. Here I am talking to a friendly swan, she’s amazing.
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I have been waiting for Christmas since the start of the year and its finally coming. Here I am preparing for Christmas and Santa. I have made lots and lots of friends on the Park, look out for my travels in the next Alert. Bye bye form Charlie the Beagle xxx
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A Big Thank You for your donations Braunstone Foodshare would like to say a massive THANK YOU to every one who has kindly donated food throughout August to October . Here is a list of some who have helped! Asda Fosse Park, Sainsburys, Aldi, Robert Hall Memorial Baptist Church, the children, families & staff from Allexton Day Nursery, Enderby Parish Church, Real Flavours Deli (Kirby Muxloe), children & staff from Samworth Enterprise Academy, volunteers & staff from Cultivating Communities and Environmental Studies Limited. Thank You Braunstone Foodshare
Occupational Therapy Week- Return of the students!!! Hello Braunstone! We just wanted to introduce ourselves as Braunstone’s newest Occupational Therapy final year students. Occupational therapy helps people to recover from injury or illness and overcome barriers that stop them doing activities that matter to them. We support people to have independence and satisfaction in all aspects of life. Maureen and Charlotte based at b-connected are working with the team to support community activity. Angie and Louise based at b-working are helping to improve confidence, motivation and life skills in addition to the employability services. If you see us around please come and say hello! Come along and celebrate OT week with us 4th November at the BRITE centre 9-30 till 12-30 We are really looking forward to meeting and working with you all! Maureen, Charlotte, Angie and Louise.
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he Alert would like to say a big well done to the Friends of Highway Spinney. The group was awarded a level four for their entry into the RHS Britain in Bloom ‘its your Neighbourhood’ Campaign.
The Shakespeare 0116 289 3317 Braunstone Lane, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE3 3AS
Homemade cream of tomato soup served with a crusty roll Prawn Cocktail Chicken Liver Pate
Roast Turkey or Roast Beef
Mushroom, butternut squash & goats cheese tartlet All above served with traditional trimmings, a selection of potatoes and seasonal vegetables
Xmas pud served with Brandy Custard Homemade Sherry Trifle Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake
To make your reservation please call Tracey on 0116 289 3317
Braunstone Foodshare Dates St Peters URC
BRITE Centre
St Peter’s Monday 5pm - 6.30pm Tuesday 11am - 12 pm URC Monday 4.30pm - 6pm BRITE Centre Tuesday 11am - 12pm
St Peter’s: November: 24th 25th December: 8th 9th 22nd 23rd January 2015: 5th 6th URC: December: 1st 15th 29th January 2015: 12th BRITE: December: 2nd 16th 30th January 2015: 13th
What’s Up Doc Are you a patient of Hockley Farm Medical Practice? Do you or someone you know meet the criteria below? If so you are ELIGIBLE FOR A FLU VACCINATION. Do not delay, telephone us on 0116 222 6100 and book your appointment now. Criteria ● Anyone aged 65 or over ● Anyone with COPD, diabetes, chronic heart disease, reduced immunity, asthma which requires regular steroid use, liver disease, kidney disease ● ALL children with birth dates between 2nd September 2009 and 1st September 2012 Did you know that the Practice regularly deals with over 140 requests for urgent medical care each day? You can help us manage this workload by: ● Seeing the chemist for minor illnesses such as sore throats, colds, insect bites. ● Taking care of yourself over winter, so keep warm, have your flu jab if you are eligible and keep a stock of paracetamol to help when you have a cold or aches and pains. ● Only requesting an urgent appointment if you feel you need to be seen urgently that day. ● Ensuring you request your repeat medication in time so you don’t run out. You can request it up to two weeks before it is due and we need 48 hours to process it. We hope all our patients have a happy Christmas and a healthy New Year.
Police News
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ith the nights drawing in, I would like to remind residents of some simple crime prevention ideas to adopt. ● Use light timers to make your home appear occupied; ● use exterior security lighting. ● lock all doors and windows when you go to bed,. ● make sure expensive items can not be seen through the windows. ● Report, immediately, people acting suspiciously near your home ● If you believe there are local homes which are vulnerable, then please contact us. ● Remember not to leave empty boxes in the street, this highlights what is in your property making it tempting for burglars. ● If you have presents wrapped keep them out of sight in a secure location and away from windows. Tackling issues of nuisance motorbikes on Bendbow Rise remains a priority for us. I would encourage anyone to come forward in confidence if you have any information. You can report incidents in various ways either by reporting it to a local officer at Braunstone police station, calling 101 or by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. It is a good idea to register your belongings on the free national database, immobilise.com. This allows the police to trace the rightful owners if an item is recovered after being lost or stolen. If you do not have access to the internet or would like some help in registering your items please do not hesitate to contact the local policing team. Following the above crime prevention advice will help to make you have a safe and happy Christmas. If you need any advice or help over the festive period, the please contact us. You can visit us at Braunstone police station, follow us on our twitter page (@LPRowleyfields) or via our force website (www.leics.police.uk). From all the team we wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New year. Police Sergeant Siobhan Gorman.
Braunstone Awards 2015 Do you know someone who deserves a Braunstone Award? A friend, family member, neighbour or worker who you feel deserves to be recognised for the things they do in Braunstone? If so, then just fill in the form below and return it to: b-connected base at 45 Wellinger Way, Braunstone, LE3 1RG. Alternatively, you can email anne.short@b-inspired.org.uk, or ring 2232256
Who are you nominating?
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Services to the Community - Groups : Do you know Tell us their contact details so we can invite them to the Awards.
Address: Postcode: Telephone: What is your name? Tell us your contact details, so we can invite you to the Awards.
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of any local groups who provide a fantastic service for Braunstone? Nominations can be for direct involvement with residents, encouraging and sharing knowledge & skills in hobbies or interests or for improving the local environment.
Services to the Community - Individuals : It can be for individuals who work/volunteer tirelessly for Braunstone. Nominations can be for direct involvement with residents, encouraging and sharing knowledge & skills in hobbies or interests or in improving the local environment. Good Neighbours and Carers: Looking after disabled, elderly or needy neighbours, babysitting or childcare for neighbours, doing errands, helping others through troubles. Work with Young People: School volunteers, running sports teams, organising music/dance groups, volunteering in youth or play activities, holidays & trips.
Workers in the Community: doctors, police,
esel teachers, bus drivers, youth or community workers, housing staff - any paid staff who are doing a good job for Braunstone. Individual Achievement Award: New category for recognising personal achievements. Opportunity for friends and families to share their pride and to inspire Why do you think this person deserves a Braunstone Award? You can tell us things like how long they have lived or worked in Braunstone; what they do that is good for others, where they work or volunteer, what kind of people they help and what makes them special.
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In the Spotlight
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azz liquorish is a local resident who has been running the community café at the BRITE Centre since it opened. Mazz is a well know friendly face, who offers a welcoming smile and friendly banter to all of her customers and the community.
Mondays 10.00 am - 11.30 am 10.30 am - 11.30 pm 11.00 am - 12.30 pm 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm 4.30 pm - 6.00 pm 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm
11.00 am - 1.00 pm 12.30 pm - 2.30 pm 10.00 am -12.00 pm 4.30 pm - 6.00 pm
What’s your idea of a good night out? Theatre / Cinema A good night in? Night in with family with a takeaway 10.15 am - 11.15 am What animal would you be? 11.00 am - 2. 00 pm A parrot a parrot What is your pet hate? 12.00pm - 1.30pm Lack of manners What was the last book you read? Gorilla , reading it to James 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm What is your favourite film? 3.30 pm - 5.00pm The Champ/ Calamity Jane 4.30 pm - 6.00 pm Describe Braunstone in 3 words? 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm Up and coming What words would people use to describe you? 11.45 am - 1.30 pm Hard working What’s the furthest you have ever been 12.00 pm - 2.00 pm from home? 12.00 pm - 2.30 pm Disneyland America 12.00 pm - 3.00 pm What is your ideal holiday? Fun packed 13.00 pm - 13.30 pm What one thing would you change? To find the cure for Duchennes Muscular 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm Dystrophy 1.00 pm - 3:30 pm What is your most attractive quality? 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm My chirpy personality 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm …and your least? 5.00 pm - 7.30 pm My inability to say no Have you a claim to fame? 5.45 pm - 8.00 pm I shook Princess Anne's hand How do you want to be remembered? 10.00 am - 12.00 pm With fondness and respect 10.00 am - 1.00 pm In a movie of your life who would play you? 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm Sandra Bullock
50+ Aqua Fit, Leisure Centre Talk Time, Summer’s Cafe Let’s Walk Braunstone, Stable Block, Braunstone Park Golden Years Group (Bingo!) Blessed Sacrament Church Think Ahead Plus, Oak Centre Cheerleading, Oak Centre Theatre Craft Class 13 yrs up, Winstanley Centre Tuesdays Mums & Babies, Summer’s Cafe Stitch & B*tch, Summer’s Cafe Braunstone History Group, BRITE Think Ahead Plus, Oak Centre Wednesdays Coffee & Chat, St Peter’s ALVV Art Classes, from 7�� January Summer’s Cafe, Cort Crescent BLT Summer’s Cafe, Lunch Club Last Wednesday of every month Price: £3.00 Garage Sale , 45 Wellinger Way Art Group For Children , Oak Centre Think Ahead Plus, Oak Centre K&T Performing Arts Street Dance, Winstanley Centre Thursdays Lunch Club ,Trinity Church Every 1�� & 3�� Thursday of each month, price £4.50. Nappucino, Summer’s Cafe Nappy Library, Summer’s Cafe Women of Wisdom Co-operative Cort Crescent Community Centre Armchair Aerobics (& chat!), Winstanley Centre Knit & Natter, BRITE Centre Art Group, Summer’s Cafe Friendship Club, Trinity Church The Hub, BRITE Centre Theatre Craft Class 3-9 yrs, Winstanley Centre Bingo @ The Oak Centre Fridays Friday Pop-in, Blessed Sacrament Church Sew `n’ So’s Craft Group, Oak Centre Golden Gloves Boxing Club
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Christ Church URC, Dumbleton Avenue, 6.00 - 7.00 pm Braunstone Housing Office, Gutheridge Crescent 12 noon -1.00 pm Cort Crescent Community Centre 6.00 - 7.00 pm BRITE Centre Braunstone Avenue 6.00 - 7.00 pm
Dear Reader, This Christmas and New Year if your waste and recycling is collected on a Thursday or Friday, your collections will be affected as follows: Thursday 25�� December – your waste and recycling will not be collected on the day, but will be collected on Monday 29�� December instead. Friday 26�� December – your waste and recycling will not be collected on the day, but will be collected as normal on Friday 2ⁿ� January 2015. Thursday 1�� January 2015 – your waste and recycling will not be collected on the day, but will be collected as normal on Thursday 8�� January 2015. Remember there are a wide range of items you can recycle in the orange bags, everything from your Christmas wrapping paper and Christmas cards to your wine bottles and cardboard packaging! Don’t forget to recycle your glass bottles and jars, and if you’re worried about them breaking why not pop them into a cardboard box and then in to your orange bag, also any large pieces of cardboard can be flat packed and put out for collection next to your orange bags. For more information about the Christmas changes or what you can recycle in your orange bags please visit; www.leicester.gov.uk/orangebags or call 0116 454 1002.
Dear Alert, I felt I needed to complement b-connected after the tea party. The tenants at Sandyhurst really enjoyed the afternoon, some caught up with old friends that they had not seen in a while some others whom don’t usually venture out of there flats had a marvellous time. I also managed to make some more connections with another services provider which Sandyhurst tenants can get involved in, so a great day was had by all. Keep up the good work, it just proves what a valuable service you all provide within the community of Braunstone. Kind Regards Sharon (Sandyhurst Manager ) Dear Alert I would just like to write a few words in memory of my dear friend ‘Bobby Dudman’. What a wonderful, brave and determined lady she was, she wanted to do and go everywhere with me, when we first lived near each other. She loved all the bus trips and to go to the b-connected Tea Parties. The last couple of years, Bobby was very poorly, but you could not stop her from going to town, or Iceland. She loved to take her lovely dog, Rosie, for walks, she pushed herself to do it. When she could not go so far, we used to have tea and lemon splits. I miss her for making my rice puddings and crumbles. Bobby was a brilliant cook, and every afternoon we would have tea and sit for a couple of hours putting the world to rights. We had so many laughs. I still can not believe she is not with us. I miss her so very much. Sleep peacefully Bobbie x Also I would like to remember Alan Chapman, who was a gentleman and a very good friend to me. If it was not for Alan, I would not be able to go about as I do. Many thanks and much love to you. R.I.P Alan x Ann Regan
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Mazzies Annual Christmas Dinner Friday 19th December 12pm - 3pm Main Course Traditional Turkey dinner with all the trimmings Desert Christmas pudding/brandy sauce/custard or mince pies for afters! Tickets £10.00 Includes a present from the main man himself (SANTA) Raffle in support of TRI4JAMES Funds!! Available from Mazzies Cafe @ BRITE Centre Or Call Mazz on 07941997238
Santa @ The BRITE The BRITE Centre Braunstone Avenue, Leicester, LE3 1LE Friday 19th December 3.00pm - 4.30pm See Santa and receive a gift for £2.00. All profits to TRI4james
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