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Community improvement projects:
Thank you to everyone who came to the Greater Brislington Together meeting to discuss how to spend our Community Infrastructure Levy funding (funding given to the council by developers to offset the impact of their developments). There were several excellent presentations from right across Brislington and the level of online voting has been unprecedented. Thank you to GBT for organising the meeting and thank you to everyone who participated. This year, each ward in the area has around £57 thousand to spend on projects, although this sum of money may increase as more developments get started. Working with councillors across the area, we are hoping to take forward as many bids as possible to stage 2 of the process. Unfortunately, the total cost of all the bids is greater than the money currently available, so not all bids may be successful at this stage. However, in many cases, it might be possible to find alternative forms of funding for some of the projects.
Regards,
Cllr Jos Clark Leader of the Liberal Democrat GroupThere’s a new boat in town as Bristol’s iconic blue-and-yellow ferries trials a route serving Brislington from September 16 to 24. The ferry will run a shuttle service from Netham Lock to the city centre, via Temple Meads, across the two weekends and a commuter service weekday mornings and evenings.
The new route will expand the service to East Bristol, using Netham Lock as a stop for the residents of St Anne’s and Brislington as it is the closest access point before reaching Temple Quay.
Councillor Tim Rippington, Labour councillor for Brislington East, said: “I really hope people will give this a go!”
Bristol Community Ferry Boats is asking Bristolians to fill out a survey to help them create a strategy for the coming years and provide a better service to the city.
The service will depart from city centre at 11am and 1.30pm on weekends and at 5.15pm on weekdays, while on the Netham Lock side the shuttle will depart at 10am, noon and 2.30pm at weekends and at 8am on weekdays.
Fares are £6 for each way of the 40-minute journey. The trial period is being conducted in order to see if there is sufficient demand and footfall on the route.
Great opportunities in the next pages
We are seeking compassionate volunteers to help local over 75s by driving them to a heartwarming and FREE Boccia group every month. Boccia is a chance to bond, share laughter, and create cherished memories together.
Drivers will play a key role in getting the guests to and from the group. They also get to stay for the game, tea and chat!
The best part? You only need to commit a few hours of your time each month! This small act of kindness will have an immeasurable impact on our community.
Please reach out to us if you're interested in giving some time to this fantastic local project and opportunity to make friends, support your community and meet new people in the process.
As a volunteer driver you will be picking up one to two activity guests from their homes so they can attend our monthly activity-based groups. These outings are the highlight for many of our activity guests and, for some, it is the only time they leave their house for a social occasion. You will be required to complete a DBS check for this role, for which Reengage will cover the cost. Tasks include:
● Driving one to two activity guests, using your own car, to the venue and returning them home again after the activity.
● Staying at the group to help with activities, conversation and serving refreshments.
● Liaising with the group coordinator to confirm which activity guests you will pick up.
● Keeping the group coordinator informed of any concerns or issues you might have.
Please contact 07709 264 201 and leave a message or email Ellie from re-engage at ellie.plummer@reengage.org.uk
Our path network is a national treasure. It’s our gateway to the outdoors. Spreading out from towns, cities and villages, our paths connect us to one another, to nature and have a huge impact on our health and wellbeing.
And now, for the very first time, new research commissioned by the Ramblers has revealed just how valuable it is. The path network adds over 3,000 healthy years of life to the nation, worth an estimated £2 billion – more than £33 for every person in England and Wales.
Find a Bristol ramble
Community Wildflower Planting St. Anne's Park
Saturday 14th October
Drop in any time after 2.00pm.
We are extending the wildflower patch after its amazing success this summer.
Join us to plant new plug plants which have been funded by a council pollinator project. We will also scatter a grassland meadow mix.
We've 250 plants to get in the ground so lots of help is needed. Please bring a trowel if you have one. Everyone is welcome for 5 minutes or longer.
Friends of St. Anne's Park
Visit My Mosque is a national initiative facilitated by the Muslim Council of Britain encouraging over 250 mosques across the UK to hold open days to welcome in their neighbours from all faiths and none and build bridges across communities.
Despite living in one of the wealthiest countries in the world, around 90% of low-income households receiving Universal Credit are going without essentials, driving more and more people into hardship and through the doors of food banks.
Do you agree this isn’t right?
Everyone’s circumstances can change. Losing your job, needing to care for a sick family member, breaking up with your partner – these are things that can happen to any of us.
Our social security system should offer adequate support to anyone in need of help, but right now it’s not based on an objective assessment of what things cost and isn’t even providing enough to cover life’s essentials.
Will you help change this?
You can help today by joining our call to UK political party leaders to support the introduction of an Essentials Guarantee within Universal Credit to ensure that the basic rate at least covers life’s essentials, such as food and bills, and can never be pulled below that level. Sign the petition Here
Being stuck at home may not be a lot of fun. It can be hard getting all the essential things done. It leaves no energy for the things that bring you joy, like getting in the library books. How many of us get a real thrill out of looking at all the books on the library shelves, seeking out new titles to enjoy or familiar volumes to read again. But help is at hand and read all about it Here
Friday 29th September from 10.00 -12.00 at Thomas Davis Funeral Directors
50 Sandy Park Road BS4 3PQ meet the new members of our team and enjoy a piece of cake
Anyone can find out more at the Christian Enquiry Agency.
Ask your questions without anyone following up or pressurising you
Or, of course, pop into one of the Brislington churches on a Sunday and see what we are all about
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There's a great choice of churches, times and types of service across the Brislington churches through September. If you've never been to one, why not give it a try
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.
“It’s
How often have we heard – or said - this! Our children often say it; we say it in the face of terrible things happening to innocent people.
We have a sense of the justice that lies behind ‘fairness’
not fair!”
Our Harvest service will be on Sunday 24 September. The service will start at 11.00am and we will then join together for a ‘Bring & Share’ Lunch in the hall.
Everyone is very welcome
The harvest gifts will be divided between ‘Loaves & Fishes’ (for food parcels) and ‘The Wild Goose’ (for providing hot meals).
Suggestions include:Fresh fruit & veg, Tinned Veg (peas, carrots, green beans, sweetcorn, mixed veg), Tinned Tomatoes, Tinned Tuna, Tinned fruit and rice pudding, Tea bags, Coffee, Sugar, UHT milk, Powdered milk, Dried Herbs: rosemary, thyme, oregano, mixed herbs, Spices (all spices). Ground Black Pepper, Tomato Ketchup, Vinegar, Cereals (weetabix, cornflakes, rice krispies) and Porridge Oats, Bulk bags of Rice, Pasta, and Cous Cous
Volunteers are needed to help decorate the church on Saturday 23 September from 9.30am. Contributions towards the cost of the flowers can be given to Barbara Beresford or the Church Wardens. Thank you.
Everyone is very welcome
Wednesday 27th at 2.00pm
Alzheimer's
Memory Cafe
Thursday 28th at 7.30pm
Line dancing
Monday 25th at 6.00pm
Rainbows
Monday 25th at 7.30pm
Creative Stitchers
Loaves and Fishes is run by the Community of the Sisters of the Church and we have supported them for many years. They are open throughout the year and supply bags of food to anyone in need. They are also a listening ear and provide prayer and advice as necessary. Many of the clients are also struggling to pay gas and electric bills so the Sisters provide £20 top ups to those who really need it –some days that can amount to up to £300! For harvest it is a continued need of what we send regularly - anything in tins or ambient packaging, basic toiletry items and - a more recent need –nappies.
Any fresh fruit or veg collected at harvest can also go to them for handing out to people, and any cash donations can be handed to the Sisters.
Loaves & Fishes need to be taken on the Monday or Tuesday morning (after 10.00am).
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.
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.
Jos Clark
Andrew Varney
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Jos Clark 07584 183381 East Brislington
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