No 22 Brislington community & churches News 26th August 2023

Newsletter 22 for the week from 26th August 2023

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Have your say! on proposals to reduce traffic pollution in Brislington

https://b2b.haveyoursaywest.co.uk.

The new proposals being shared now could change travel along the A4 between Bath and Bristol. The aim is to give better options to choose to travel sustainably – whether that’s by bus, bike, walking and if you use a wheelchair or mobility scooter – wheeling.

This six-week consultation is now being held to hear what you think. Your feedback will be essential in helping shape what happens next.

For more information about the West of England proposals for changes to the A4 Bath Road, there will be two public drop-in events in Brislington:

Wednesday 20 September, 2 - 7pm

Hungerford Community Centre

Hungerford Road BS4 5EX

Tuesday 26 September, 2 - 7pm

Spielman Centre

Arnos Vale Cemetery BS4 3EW

Ferment, preserve, and pickle with Jar Squad Bristol

Sunday10September,3pm-5pm, StAnne’sHouse,free Bristol Jar Squad invites you to make pickles, chutneys, krauts, jams, and lots of other deliciousness.

Everyone is welcome, no experience is necessary, free to join, and you can take your creations home too. Read more and book here.

Around the Brislington parishes

Here I Stand: Reconciliation

Wednesday 6 September, 7.00 - 8.30pm

An opportunity to tune into the first of a series from St Martin in the Fields. This one on the vital issue of reconciliation. More Here

Archbishop Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury

Su McClellan leads Embrace’s work with churches of all denominations across the UK to foster an understanding of the complexities of life in the Middle East.

Daniel Munayer is the Executive Director of Musalaha, an organisation that teaches and facilitates reconciliation mainly between Israelis and Palestinians from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds

August Church services across Brislington

There's a great choice of churches, times and types of service across the Brislington churches through August

If you've never been to one, why not give it a try

This Sunday with the bible

Every Sunday we have three short passages from the bible to reflect on. There's usually one from the Old Testament - the Jewish bible as well as Christian; one from the life of the early church after Jesus; and one from the gospel stories of Jesus' life.

Have a read Here

Individualism or relatedness?

In this letter St Paul speaks to our culture which is rooted in an individualism which insists on each person finding their own way and achieving their own goal. Christian faith sees it differently and says with Paul: “we are members one of another. Yes, each person is individually valued, but we are inextricably bound up with and mutually dependent on each other – and that’s a blessing not something to be escaped from.

Read Here

St Cuthbert’s church

Climate and Nature Action in Brislington

Wednesday 20 Sept, 6.15pm - 8pm, St Cuthbert’s Church Hall

Join us for our next community workshop on climate and nature action in Brislington. The session will help us to create a climate action plan for Brislington - which is all about making a happy, healthy place to live for everyone and taking positive action for our planet at the same time.

In collaboration with Bristol Green Capital's CommunityClimateAction Project,which places community leadership at the forefront of efforts to address climate challenges and inequality. Read more and book here.

St Luke’s church

Fancy a bit of churchyard gardening?

Churchyard workday

Saturday 2nd September

The church yard toilers team are having a work day and we need volunteers to help clear the accumulated grass and cuttings into a skip. We also want to clear the banks on each side of the path leading to church in order to plant wild flower seeds.

All abilities welcome, refreshments on tap all day

Who wouldn’t want a strawberry cream tea?

Mothers’ Union Cream Tea

Wednesday 6th September

Tickets are £5 and available from Ro rosemaryspada@yahoo.co.uk)

Caryll (caryllhuxley@gmail.com)

St Peter’s Methodist church

Craft and Hobbies Club

Monday 19.30 – 21.00

Carol Payne 0117 9710747

We are a friendly group of Crafters who love to chat while making items for charity and family. Join us and knit, crochet, sew, cross stitch, etc.

Brislington Carers Group

We are a friendly supportive group of people who care for someone who has dementia. The meetings allow us time to discuss our caring roles and to feel genuinely listened to.

First Wednesday of each month 10.30-12.30

Louise Brown 07752 340370

Brislington School of Dance

Tuesday 16.45 – 19.30

Thursday 19.00-21.20

Friday 17.30 – 18.30 18.45-20.45

Saturday 09.00 – 17.30

term time only

Debbie Bassett 01761 472 109

Stagehandsdance@gmail.co

The Brislington School of Dance was established over 30 years ago by principal dance teacher Debbie Bassett who still runs the school today. Many of the students that grew up taking dance classes now send their own children here. Dancing can impart many skills that can be used throughout life.

Zum Zumba

Thursday 17.00-19.00

Gill Tippetts 0782 7441 109 Gilltip@gmail.com

Jacqui Price 0776 6467 093

Zumba is a combination of salsa and aerobics involving your entire body, from your arms to your shoulders and your feet, so you’ll get a full-body workout whilst having fun and enjoyment.

Tai Chi

Monday 14.15 – 15.15

John Bruce 0771 8745 815

Tai Chi is a set of exercises which seek to establish a balanced and relaxed body. Based on Chinese wisdom it is well known for reducing stress and producing excellent health benefits, both mental and physical.

Broomhill Food Club

Tuesday 12.30 – 14.30

FOOD CLUB | Ebcc (eastbristolchildrenscentre.co.uk)

Runs in partnership with Family Action. For £3.50 each week we offer a food parcel worth approx. £15 for anyone who lives in the local community who wants to reduce waste and save money. You are welcome to contact us.

Keep Fit

Wednesday 10.00 – 11.00

Eileen Scott 0796 9929 733

Scottyartois@hotmail.com

Improve mobility, flexibility, strength, balance and general wellbeing, whilst having fun and making new friends. All are welcome. Try the first session for free.

Bristol Concert Wind Band

Wednesday 19.30 – 21.30

Ian Maitland-Round

Info@bcwb.co.uk 0117 4057369

Bristol Concert Wind Band (BCWB) has rehearsed at St Peter’s since 2001 and enjoys an excellent relationship with the Church providing concerts and playing at our Carol Services. BCWB is among the premier wind band in the Bristol area.

Nightingale Valley Community Choir

Monday 19.30-21.00

Anya Szreter 07720 390275

Nightingale Valley Community Choir is a fun and friendly group for all levels of ability (or lack of!). No auditions and no need to read music. Performances include Saint Mary Redcliffe Treefest, Beese's Brizday and twice yearly concerts in collaboration with our two sister choirs, Arnos Vocale and The Redcliffe Singers. More information can be found on our website, https://www.keepitvocal.com/ Come and have a free trial session.

The Young Blood Theatre CIC

The Young Blood children's Theatre Monday 16.3017.30

The Young Blood Youth Theatre Monday 18.00 - 19.30

Deb Miles 07917412314

The Young Blood Theatre CIC has received funding from Bristol City Council Originators fund to run an inclusive community theatre project for local children and young people who wouldn't usually have access to theatre and Drama.

The Gemini Players

Thursday 19.30 – 21.30

Richard Wadsworth 07792124336

We aim to put on at least two shows every year, normally a play in the spring and a Christmas pantomime or a variety show. We are always looking for new members, for roles both on and off stage.. For more information, please contact Richard Wadsworth at wadsworthrichard@hotmail.com or on 07792 124336.

Kids Eat Free

Places where kids eat free (or for £1) during school half terms and holidays in 2023.

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It's so hard keeping the kids entertained for long periods of time without spending a fortune. Here are all the restaurants and cafes that are offering ‘kids eat free’ (or for £1) during every UK school holiday in 2023

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Katja Hornchen

Tim Rippington