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Welcome… Hi Everyone. Welcome to the August, and 2nd edition of LocalReach Clevedon. We had some great feedback from you which was lovely, thank you. The summer holidays are upon us, and I’m sure all you parents are loving every minute of it and dreading them coming to an end! But just in case you need some ideas of what to do, have a read through and see what’s going on locally for you and the kids. The library annual summer reading challenge is back, which I can remember doing with my children, over 15 years ago!! Plus, The Clevedon Flower Show is a great family event. If it’s raining maybe our Kids Page inside will keep them occupied for a while. There is lots going on for adults too, so, get reading and see what takes your fancy. Please don’t forget to send me details of local events, activities and groups etc, if you would like me to include them in the magazine. The deadline for the September issue is 1st August.

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Garden View 9th - 14th August is National Allotments Week During World War II and immediately afterwards, almost everyone with a garden grew fruit and vegetables. Food was rationed so people supplemented their diet with produce they’d grown in their own back garden, or down on their allotment. During the 1960’s allotments began to go out of fashion and continued to decline in popularity. As a society we were more affluent; more likely to buy what produce we needed from the local supermarket, and vegetable gardening just wasn’t considered sexy! But with food prices soaring and less produce available on the supermarket shelves, added to an increased interest in plant-based diets and locally sourced food, allotments are enjoying a popularity surge. And the statistics in the news are scary. The number of food banks is growing exponentially as families struggle to put even the most basic provisions on the table. There are concerns about additives and pesticides on shop-bought fruit and veg, yet the cost of organic food puts it out of the reach of the most consumers. Is it any wonder that so many of us are taking matters into our own hands, deciding to emulate our

grandparents and grow our own food? But growing food requires space, and modern housing often means tiny gardens. This is where allotments come into their own. Allotments don’t just benefit the humans who tend them. Each plot is a complex web of plants, microorganisms, fungi, insects, and animals supporting pollination and offering a refuge for wildlife. To celebrate all the lovely bugs and beasties on Britain’s allotments, this year’s National Allotments Week is encouraging gardeners to take part in a mini-beast monitoring survey. Bugs are really important to the healthy functioning of an allotments. They pollinate fruit and veg, control pests, and improve the soil. They are nature’s vital helpers. To take part in the survey visit the website listed below. To acquire an allotment, simply approach your council. Price and availability varies around the country and in some areas there are waiting lists. But councils across the country are taking allotments and community gardens much more seriously now, and many are actively seeking to provide new sites. If an available plot is too large for your personal needs you may be able to rent half or find a like-minded friend to share it with. Enquire today and you and your family could soon, quite literally, be reaping the benefits! By Rachael Leverton

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Three Top Summer Kitchen Tips from Matt Reilly, OvenGleamers 1. Tear basil rather than cutting it? Chefs often say that you must tear basil, rather than cut it with a knife, to get the best flavour. Nope. The flavours in basil are primarily contained within the cells of the leaf. If you tear it, it tends to come apart between the cells but if you cut the leaf, you will break open the cells releasing the flavour. This makes the most difference when you are using the basil raw eg in a tomato salad. Best to wash the basil, pat dry with paper towels, and remove the leaves from the stem. Stack several leaves together and roll into a cylinder, then cut crossways into thin strips. 2. Should I use foil on the base of my Oven? Many people line their grill pan or the bottom of the oven with aluminum foil to keep their cookers cleaner. This becomes heavily coated in grease and smells revolting! But it actually damages the enamel in the grill pan and on the base of the oven. The foil creates a superheating effect by reflecting the heat back onto the base of the oven or grill pan which then causes enamel damage. I recommend using an oven liner made from PTFE with a non-stick coating. This will catch any food drips keeping the bottom of the oven/grill pan clean. Remember to take the oven liner out regularly and wash it in warm soapy water. 3 “Hot pan - cold oil - prevents sticking” Is this mantra really the best way to prevent food from sticking to the pan when sautéing or stir-frying. The idea is that you heat up the pan first then add the cold oil and almost immediately add the food and that will stop it sticking. What you really want is a “hot pan, hot oil”. When you add cold oil, it heats up almost instantly when added to the hot pan – giving you “hot pan, hot oil”. You get the same results if you heat the oil along with the pan so take your pick – they both work! Matt Reilly is your local OvenGleamer and can be contacted on 01275 370571 or go to www.ovengleamers.com for more details.

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Are your children ready to join the Gadgeteers? - Tuesday & Fridays With the disruption caused by the pandemic still having an impact on children, we’re delighted to say that with support from Public Health, the annual Summer Reading Challenge is back in North Somerset Libraries to help children’s recovery through the proven power of reading! This summer, children aged 4-11 can visit any North Somerset Library to meet the Gadgeteers and to get involved in a science and innovation themed Summer Reading Challenge. It’s totally free to take part; children just sign up at the library and if they read any 6 library books of their choice, they will collect a reward per book; if they complete the challenge by Saturday 10th September, they will receive a certificate and medal (whilst stocks last). N.B. During the improvement works at Clevedon Library, children’s activities, including the Summer Reading Challenge, will take place on Tuesday mornings and Friday afternoons in St John’s Church Hall next door on Hillside Road. The Gadgeteers will help to spark children’s curiosity about the world around them, and encourage them to feed their imagination, and learn more about science.

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• Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30 Childminders Network Group which is run by Clevedon Children’s Centre email Central.childrenscentres@n-somerset.gov.uk • Thursdays, 13:00 - 14:00 Sensory Fun for under 1’s which is run by Clevedon Children’s Centre email Central.childrenscentres@n-somerset.gov.uk • Thursday, two Youth Clubs - Juniors (ages 8yrs to 11yrs) 16:45 to 18:30 and Seniors 19:00 to 21:00 - just drop-in on the evening • Fridays, 10:00 - 12:00 Play Pals preschool playgroup - just drop in Monthly • First Saturday of each month 11:30 - 13:30 Clevedon Dads - visit www.facebook.com/ groups/157694421382236/ Events Summer School Holiday Camps for two weeks in August - 15th to 19th August & 22nd to 26 August Multi -Activity and Food programme 9:00 - 13:00 Ages: 5yrs to 12yrs. Each day includes a free, nutritious lunch for every child. • FREE for eligible children who receive benefit related free school meals • Fee paying places are available to book Visit family.premier-education.com/addcourse/774369 - for week commencing 15th Aug Visit family.premier-education.com/addcourse/774371 - for week commencing 22nd Aug Also, to find out about holding a birthday party or booking any other events contact:

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• Mondays, 10:00 - 11:00 Rhyme & Sign which is run by Clevedon Children’s Centre email Central. childrenscentres@n-somerset.gov.uk • Mondays, Youth Club 18:00 - 20-30 - just drop-in on the evening • Tuesdays, 9:30 - 10:30 Boogie Beats - visit www. boogiebeat.co.uk/section.php/38/1/clevedon • Tuesdays, 20:00 - 21:30 Samba Workshop - visit www.northsomersetsamba.co.uk • Wednesday, 9:30 - 10:30 Allmamas Postnatal Pilates - email anja_kupfer@yahoo.com

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Join Trefoil Today – Wednesday 3rd August Have you ever noticed how much fun youth groups like Brownies and Guides have? Do you want to challenge yourself in the same way to learn new skills, gain a badge, or grow in confidence? Are you looking to meet other adults socially and have fun? Trefoil Guild is for all adults aged 18 and over who believe in supporting Guiding and Scouting and their local communities. Is this you? Trefoil members are adults who enjoy life, make friends, support others, and value making time to do something ‘for them – ’and if it’s a challenge, so much the better! In this pressured world where wellness is vital, what could be better than growing and learning with like-minded individuals. Recognise yourself here? Every Trefoil is different. Some are made up of members who love exciting outdoor sports; some are made up of young parents who camp and go on holiday together; some have all ages from 18 to 90; but whichever Trefoil you join, everyone decides on a programme together that provides the fun and friendship that gives Trefoil its central ethos. If you want to do something for you and something for the community, why not look at www.trefoilguild.co.uk

and find out how to become a member. You may be the parent of a Brownie, someone who was a Guide or Scout years ago, or someone who has never heard of us before. Everyone can join today; we’re looking forward to welcoming you and sharing the fun that is Trefoil! Clevedon Trefoil Guild meets on the first Wednesday afternoon of the month and there are also Trefoil Guilds in other parts of North Somerset who meet at other times and days. For information about Clevedon Trefoil Guild please contact Izzy Parker at izzyguiding@gmail.com or call me on 07764945730.

Clevedon Sunday Market – Sunday 7th August Enjoy a relaxing stroll round an artisan outdoor market on Sunday 7th August from 10am to 2pm. The market is located on the hill and by the sea in Clevedon, between the seafront, Hill Road, and Alexandra Road. We are currently trading from 8 sites woven between the vibrant shopping area. Find out more here www.theclevedonsundaymarket. co.uk/visit

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Does my business need a hybrid working policy? With changing attitudes towards how we work, employees are demanding more flexibility and hybrid working is seen as a key benefit. Hybrid working is a flexible working arrangement whereby an employee splits their time between the office and working remotely. Implementing a hybrid working policy can be beneficial for businesses and employees - helping staff retention, attracting new talent and developing your business culture. Any policy needs be tailored to your business requirements. Points to consider: 1. The policy should state if the hybrid working arrangement is a formal/permanent change to existing terms of employment or an informal arrangement that can be altered by the business.

3. What’s the process for responding to requests, who considers each request and what’s the criteria for making a decision? A blanket policy can be discriminatory. 4. A hybrid working arrangement doesn’t need to be limited to location. An employee can request a change to their working pattern/hours. 5. The business should perform a risk assessment, ensuring compliance with GDPR. Is the employee sharing the room with someone else whilst working? Do they live alone or with others? Do they have a secured password protected internet connection? Will the computer be locked when they leave the room? How will sensitive data be handled? 6. The policy should include details of equipment provided to the employee and what happens if the equipment is damaged whilst at home.

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Birds of Prey Centre - Open Days – Sunday 7th & 21st August The North Somerset Birds of Prey Centre will be open to visitors on Sunday 7th & 21st August. Come along and see over 60 resident Birds of Prey, exotic mammals and reptiles. There is so much to see do and learn. All activities, handling and talks are included in the admission price. No pre booking required, just pay on arrival and you can come & go all day. Opening times 10.30am-4pm. Cash or cheques only. Adults £5/Children/Concessions £4/ Under 2s free. North Somerset Bird of Prey Centre, Smallway Leisure Park, Smallway, Congresbury, BS49 5AA. Find out more at www.nsbopc.co.uk/ open-days/

Clevedon Ramblers Walk – Saturday 13th August & Monday 29th August Clevedon Ramblers Group are part of the Ramblers Association and have around 142 members with an average attendance of 15 walkers per weekend. They are a friendly bunch and always keen to welcome new walkers. So please go along and sample their walks - you can walk 2 or 3 times with them before deciding to join the Ramblers Association. This month there is a 6 mile walk on Saturday 13th August and 9 mile walk on Monday 29th August. find out more at www.clevedonramblers.org.uk

Exhibition of Meccano Construction Sets, Hornby Model Railways, Dinky Toys & Bayko building sets – Saturday 13th August Frank Hornby took out his first Patent for a construction set in 1901. This became the worldfamous ‘Meccano’ range soon afterwards to which was added Hornby trains, Dinky die-cast vehicles, Bayko and Dinky Builder construction sets. The exhibition will include superb Meccano models, one of which is Nationally recognised, working Hornby train layouts in ‘0’Gauge Electric, ‘O’ Gauge Clockwork and ‘Dublo’ (00 Gauge), Bayko architectural models and sets plus the national favourite Dinky Toy scale vehicles, aircraft, farming and ship diecast models. As an additional special exhibit, 25 superb ‘0’ Gauge scale models of LSWR steam locomotives will be on view. These are very rarely seen. Expert exhibitors will be on hand to offer information, advice and valuations. Exhibition takes place at Somerset Hall, The Precinct, Portishead 13th August, 10am to 5pm. Tickets: Adults £5 | Children (3-18 years) £3 | Under 3 years Free. Visit here to book your tickets www. gordanobreakfastrotary.org/event/meccano120th-anniversary-exhibition-new-date/

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Clevedon Twilight Market – Saturday 13th August Enjoy live music, craft drinks and street food at this evening market. Queens Square, Clevedon – every 2nd Saturday of the month 5pm – 10pm

Gardening Club Talk – Monday 15th August Fagus is an active gardening club for anybody with an interest in gardening whether you have a small allotment or acres of beautifully tended gardens and everything in between. We hold monthly meetings, arrange many trips and outings to local gardens, support local charities and local open gardens and draw members from surrounding areas. On Monday 15th August Mary Payne MBE M. Hort. (RHS) will be giving a lecture about Compton Acres. The meeting will be held at The Methodist Hall, Silver Street, Nailsea commencing 8.00pm - doors open 7.15pm Mary is best described as a horticultural consultant specialising creating and managing planting schemes for gardens large and small. She is passionate about passing on her knowledge to others.

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She has many gardens in various stages of development including the award-winning Compton Acres in Poole which is open to the public every day as well as several gold medals from Chelsea and Hampton Court. BBC Radio Bristol’s gardening guru and a regular contributor to Mendip Times Mary has been awarded an MBE for services to Horticulture in the Southwest in 2004. Everybody is very welcome, there is no need to be a member to attend lectures. Lectures have full access for people with disabilities. Full details of our activities and how to join us may be found on our website - www.fagusgardening. co.uk

Cruse Bereavement – Friday 19th August Cruse Bereavement support hold a Drop-in session in Clevedon at Princes Road Community Centre month. 10 am to 12 noon. Those who have attended the Cruse Drop-in say, that meeting others in a similar situation has been beneficial to them. Some who come were bereaved several years ago but have welcomed the opportunity to receive support in their situation perhaps for the first time. There are trained Bereavement Counsellors present and refreshments are served by our hospitality team.

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Tickenham Flower Show – Saturday 20th August We are back!!! After 2 years enforced absence the Tickenham Flower Show is back on Saturday 20th August 2022 from 12.30pm at Tickenham Village Field and Village Hall. We look forward to seeing our supporters again, and some newcomers alike. Show Day will be the usual array of Show Marquee, Craft and Field Stalls, Ice cream, Hog roast, Beer tent, WI cakes and teas. You will be entertained by Waves of Harmony Chorus and the Portishead Concert Band. So come along and have a quintessential British afternoon. Fancy entering? Visit www.tickenhamflowershow. org.com for the Schedule and those important Terms and Conditions. Come along and make the day the success it has been in the past, thank you.

Be Scam Wise with U3A – Tuesday 23rd August Woodspring u3a area includes all the towns and villages in and around Portishead, Clevedon, Nailsea, Backwell and Yatton. U3a provides lots of activities for people who are retired or approaching retirement. Membership has increased in this last year and so has the list of activities. We are always looking to start new groups and welcome more members. It is an excellent way to meet people and make friends. The next monthly meeting is at 2.15, Tuesday 19th July, at the Methodist Church Hall, Silver Street, Nailsea. The speaker is Lin Griffiths of North Somerset Council with her talk “Be Scam Wise” spotting , avoiding and reporting scams. All details can be found on www.u3asites.org.uk/woodspring/home

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to senior citizens are eligible. Classes include arts & crafts, flowers, fruits and vegetables, photography, cookery, and wine beer, cider and cordials. So, get planning your entries. The chosen charity this year will be the Children’s Hospice South West, a great local charity that we are pleased to support. We are a non-profit making committee that ploughs each year’s show money raised into the next year’s show.

Rabbit Rescue Event – Monday 29th August On bank holiday Monday 29th August Bristol Rabbit Rescue are holding a fund raiser day at Clapton Farm, Moor Lane, Clapton in Gordano, BS20 7RF. It takes place between 10am and 4pm and there will be lots of fun things to do, plus stalls, cream teas, ploughman’s lunch, cakes and cookies. There will be an information tent for people to learn about rabbits and guinea pigs plus how you can help the rescue by becoming a foster carer or sponsoring a rabbit or guinea pig. On the day there will be a selection of animals looking for new homes for people to see. We are also looking for stall holders to attend for £15 plus a small raffle prize, go to bristolrabbitrescue@ outlook.com to book a stall.

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The Annual Clevedon Flower Show is back on Prices start from Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th August at the Salthouse Fields, Sea Front, Clevedon. only £17+vat per month. The show is a great family weekend with lots to see and do and we already have a great entertainment Email hello@localreach.co.uk programme lined up over the two-day show, with singers, groups, (including the fabulous Barnacle or call us on 01275 400160 Bouys performing on the Sunday), entertainers, and a dog show. We will have lots of food and drink to Lines answered 8am-8pm Mon-Fri, 9am – 6pm Sat suit all tastes with a great refreshment tent and BBQ. & 10am to 4pm Sun. This is a great community event, and our Schedule of Classes are available now and can be purchased for just 50p at The Spinning Wheel Hill Rd, Clevedon, COMMUNITY MAGAZINES West End PO, Clevedon, Clevedon Library, the Town Council Offices, Posies florists Alexandra Road, Independent, family run, Somerset based Clevedon Craft Centre & The Veg Box. There are a community magazine publishers since 2010. range of classes to enter and all ages from toddlers www.localreach.co.uk | 13

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Clevedon Tang Soo Do – Mondays Tang Soo Do is a form of Korean Karate, we are a fun, family-friendly, family-focused club and have been running for thirty years. 7-30 pm - 9.00 pm on a Monday night at Yeo Moor Primary School, Kennaway Road, Clevedon. Summer and half-term venues change please check website for details. Website: www.clevedontangsoodo.co.uk Email: info@clevedontangsoodo.co.uk We also have a Facebook page just search Clevedon Tang Soo Do

Something To Do for Those 60+ – Tuesdays Something To Do is a fun group for the young at heart, over sixties. We do crafts, knitting, card making, scrabble and other board games and card games. Plus, of course we have a good old chat putting the world to rights. Refreshments are provided, just turn up, all are welcome or contact me, John, on 01275 870274.

Boogie Beat Movement & Music Classes - Tuesdays Boogie Beat Classes are interactive and lively classes for pre-schoolers, crawlers to 5 years. Boogie Beat classes are energetic and fun! Along with a friendly monkey called Giggles, we sing, dance, and learn about classical fairy tales, traditional nursery rhymes and much more! Themes include Jack and the Beanstalk, Pirates & Princesses, Cinderella, The Gingerbread Man to name but a few. A great way to spend time with your little one in a safe and relaxed environment! They take place Tuesday mornings at Clevedon Children’s Centre, The Barn. Email for more details lucy.haskins@boogiebeat.co.uk

Clevedon Gardeners Club - Wednesdays We are keen gardeners who meet for a varied series of talks monthly on Wednesday evenings during the autumn and winter at Kenn Road Methodist Church Hall, Kenn Road, Clevedon. For full details of our current programme of talks please see the programme page on our website. In addition to the talks and our annual Spring Flower Show and Fair in February, the club arranges visits during the summer to gardens, mainly by coach and occasionally by car. We also hold social events and in the summer some

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of our members open their gardens for us to visit and admire while having a cup of tea and homemade cake and maybe buy some plants. Members are entitled to a discount at our local nurseries and a substantial discount on seed orders organised through the club. If all goes well and we can resume normal meetings in autumn 2022 the renewal annual will henceforth be as normal, £15 for the full year from September 2022. Visitors will be charged £3 per meeting. Please visit our website for further information clevedongardeners.chessck.co.uk/

Yummy Mummies - Exercise For New Mums – Wednesdays Yummy Mummies Mum & Baby class is designed for new mums to help you safely return to exercise post birth in a fun and friendly class – and babies can come too*! This class focusses on restoring your core and pelvic floor and gradually building up your strength, helping you reconnect to your body after birth – and re-energising you to be the best Mummy you can be! A typical class will include: • Mobility and releases. • Introduction or recap to your core and breath. • Main workout using bodyweight exercises, resistance bands & low impact cardio. • Cool down stretch. Different progressions will be given so you can always challenge your body in the best way for you! Classes take place at Clevedon Children’s Centre. The Barn, Great Western Rd, Clevedon. Sessions run in blocks (“terms”) so Mummies can get to know one another, and you will have the best chance of getting results! For full details visit sophieheath.co.uk/classes/view/33

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PremTech Furniture Repairs – experts in domestic and commercial furniture repairs ‘Repair rather than renew’ is a growing mindset and we love to save families money by giving them the option of updating or repairing their old furniture, rather than buying mass produced new furniture. We hate to see good furniture go to waste. We are a local, family run business that offer an affordable solution by providing our customers with furniture that looks and feels like new again. We are used and recommended by global brands such as Furniture Village, DFS and Furniture Clinic for our repairs, restoration and renovation service in and around South Wales and the West of England. We specialise in repairing a wide range of furniture issues from seat boosts, replacement interiors, leather repairs, upholstery and much more. We are happy to visit our customers in person to offer our advice and expertise where required and to provide a free of charge quotation before any work is agreed. For the majority of repairs, we can carry out the work in our customers homes, or we can offer a workshop repair (whereby we can collect and deliver the furniture back again). Our delivery service is available to both individual customers and large furniture retailers. Each technician offers over 20 years’ experience in the industry echoing the high level of expertise our company has to offer. We believe in keeping furniture alive and carry an integrity that promises every item of furniture is renewed to the highest quality standard. It’s a real shame we live in such a throwaway society. Upgrading or renewing existing furniture is not only kinder to the environment but results in less expenditure with no compromise to quality. We ensure that all pieces of furniture that come into our care, leave us in as close to perfect condition as we can possibly achieve. For more information, see below. T 07497 391973, contact@ptfr.co.uk, www.ptfr.co.uk

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Karate Kai – Wednesdays & Fridays Clevedon Karate Kai have been running for thirty years, it is very much a family-based karate club. We train at Tickenham Village Hall on a Wednesday evening, and All Saints Church Hall on a Friday evening. Minimum age 5 years, all instructors hold a current DBS and are first aid trained. Contact details are Kevin Barrett 6th Dan 07780 664457 or Donna Robertson 2nd Dan 07806 631835.

Wildlife Monitoring - Thursdays Avon Wildlife Trust has teamed up with North Somerset Council as they let wilder patches spring up across some of their public spaces, and we want you to get involved to help us see just how wild they are. Join in with Avon Wildlife Trust’s regular nature and wildlife monitoring group in Clevedon, meeting 2pm every Thursday at Hazell Close playing field, BS21 5DW. There’s no need to sign up, and we’ll teach you the basics of wildlife identification while you’re here.

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Salthouse Fields Parkrun - Saturdays A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate – it’s up to you! Every Saturday at 9am at Clevedon Salthouse Park, Clevedon, BS21 7TU It’s free! But you must register before you first come along. Visit www.parkrun. org.uk/clevedonsalthousefields/ for more details.

Love Singing? If you love singing, then we need you and would love to hear from you. After a successful Show recently, we at Clevedon Gilbert & Sullivan Society are planning a Show in May2023 and will be rehearsing from January on a Friday evening. If you feel like playing a Principal part, we have auditions in December 2022.

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Community Bookshop Clevedon Community Bookshop is a Co-Operative organisation supported by Members and Volunteers and supplied entirely by donations of books from our local community. We have many second-hand books of fiction and non-fiction of all genres on our shelves in the bookshop. We also operate a Community Press where we help local authors to publish their work, a Bindery that repairs books and an online store selling more books worldwide. Come and see us! Our Bookshop is found in Copse Road - one street from the seafront and 200m from Clevedon Pier and Alexandra Gardens! For more details visit: www.clevedoncommunitybookshop.coop

The Great Big Green Week – Coming Soon – Be Part of It The Great Big Green Week will be back in September/ October 2022. It is an opportunity for the town to be part of the largest event for climate and nature ever seen in the UK. The week runs from Saturday 24th September to Sunday 2nd October. A Great Big Green Market is planned for Saturday 1st October in

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Queens Square, from 9.30am to 1pm. Other events are being planned during the week and for both weekends. Following on from a very successful event last year, we want to do more, involve more people and groups, to make it an interesting, thought provoking and informative week, as well as fun!! The aim of the week is to raise the profile of climate change, celebrate local activity, engage with nature and the local environment. We are all affected by climate change but by talking about it, learning more and working together, we can help Clevedon become Carbon Neutral by 2030. If you would like to be involved in this initiative, individually or as part of a group or business, please email your details to wdc42em@gmail.com

Just read this… Apart from this magazine, what have you read today? A friend’s post on social media, a letter from your GP, or a utilities bill. What did you have to read the last time you went to the supermarket, or your workplace? Now stop and imagine your day if you couldn’t read. In England around one in twenty adults cannot read well enough to manage day-to-day tasks. The lack of reading skills can impact on their lives in many ways. What’s more, they have to live with the daily fear of being ‘found out’ in a society where most of us take reading for granted. But we can offer hope for those adults who, for whatever reason, didn’t pick up this basic skill in childhood. Read Easy North Somerset offers free, one-to-one coaching to adults who can’t read. Our trained volunteer coaches lead the learners through a tried and tested programme in a confidential, supportive environment, in-person or online. Working one-to-one, the learners avoid any anxiety about the classroom and progress at their own pace. Read Easy North is now expanding the service to Clevedon, Nailsea, Portishead and the villages across North Somerset. If you know an adult who can’t read, or if you would like to support us in any way, please get in touch. We need reading coaches, coordinators, and management team members. We also need people and agencies to refer adults to us, and venues for coaching. Thank you for reading. Contact Tim Bull on 07838 276659 or email northsomerset@ readeasy.org.uk

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Hello everyone… Welcome to Clear Ear Microsuction! My name is Helen Aitchison and I run this small local business in Weston super Mare. If you have ever suffered with excess ear wax or skin debris then I can help. Using a treatment called Microsuction I can easily and gently remove this excess debris and help you hear better again. This procedure is quick and painless. Not only could this treatment help with your hearing it could benefit your mental health too. I will conduct a thorough consultation with you first and examine both of your ears. Treatment is performed after this, within the hour appointment slot, and most patients can notice a difference immediately. Ear care is rarely available at the GP Surgery these days which is why I set up this business. I was a Paramedic for over 19 years working mostly in and around the North Somerset area. For many reasons, mostly burnout from working through the Covid pandemic, it was time for a change of scene, hence starting this business last year. It has been a real privilege to help those living in the Weston super Mare area and now LocalReach is in Clevedon I’m looking forward to seeing patients from this area too. I am located just off the motorway so getting to me is very easy. There are great parking facilities with disabled parking too. The clinic is situated in a block of offices, all located on the flat. There is a lift and the whole site is wheelchair accessible. So, if you feel now is the time to get your ears checked and cleared then I can help. Further information can be found on the website, details below, including access to the booking page. Alternatively, you can use the phone numbers below to book an appointment. I look forward to seeing you and your ears soon.

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Escape Daily Knee or Hip Pain Local charity Age UK Somerset is offering a chance to ESCAPE-pain. ESCAPE-pain is a free, group-based rehabilitation program being delivered in Worle and Bleadon. These sessions are for people over 45 who have had arthritic hip or knee pain for at least 3 months. The classes are suitable for those who are independently mobile and are willing to commit to attending twice weekly for six weeks. Each class includes a short education session as well as some physical activity. The programme has been clinically proven to reduce pain, increase function, improve mental well-being and self-confidence. One happy participant stated, “It has really changed my life in the way that I manage my knee pain, and the confidence it has given me.” For more information contact the Ageing Well service on 01823 345626 or ageingwell@ageuksomerset. org.uk

Clevedon Yeo Rotary Club Local Rotary club fundraising helps support those in need at home and abroad. As a result of numerous

local fundraising initiatives including a bucket collection in Queens Square, a fun quiz, a Jubilee cream tea, a presentation to a local retirement complex and stewarding / catering support to a local run/swim, the Clevedon Yeo Rotary club has been able to send £2200 to the DEC Ukraine appeal and will be making other substantial donations locally including to, amongst others, the local Foodbank. Club President Bob Sprange said “Our members have been tremendously active in the last few weeks. Our popular quiz night together with numerous other initiatives have contributed to a fantastic total close to £2,000, in addition to the funds that we have already sent to the Ukraine appeal, which will be distributed locally to initiatives and organisations requiring support including the foodbank. We also assisted in stewarding at the recent literary festival. I remain proud of the efforts of our members but we could achieve so much more with additional support. We would encourage anyone interested in supporting our community to visit our Facebook page or website to see what we do.

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Clevedon Music Club’s Concert Series 2022-2023 Clevedon Music Club is delighted to announce its 2022/2023 concert series of eight live performances by some of the region’s top professional classical musicians at the Community Centre, Princes Road BS21 7SZ. Great bargain subscription tickets are on offer to early birds for all or half the season, and the concerts in September, December and January take place in the Princes Hall, offering level access; the other five concerts take place upstairs in the Teignmouth Room. The series is opened on Sunday 25th September at 3pm by the Voller String Quartet with a recital including Beethoven’s Quartet Op 132 and Borodin’s Quartet no. 2. The concerts continue on Tuesday 18 October, 7.30 pm: Clarissa Payne, flute, and Adam Khan, guitar; Tuesday 15th November, 7.30 pm: Helen Reid, piano, with Paul Reid, singer and reader, with a musical and spoken Portrait of Robert and Clara Schumann; Tuesday 13th December, 7.30 pm: Sally Jenkins, harp, with a fine programme featuring female composers from 1800 to today; Sunday 22nd January 2023, 3 pm with a sparkling concert by the Rockhampton Wind Quintet; Tuesday 21st February, 7.30 pm: Mark Gateshill, violin, with Helen Mills, piano, performing Brahms and Franck; Tuesday 21 March, 7.30 pm: outstanding students from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, Cardiff; Tuesday 18 April: Clare Wilding, piano, with Richard Morrison, baritone, performing music by Fanny Hensel, Amy Beach, Clara Schumann and Vaughan Williams. Admission to individual concerts costs £10 at the door; a subscription of £60 /£35 covers the full or half season respectively. No musical knowledge is needed, just enthusiasm for live performances. For more information, please phone 01275 875262 or 879099 or our Treasurer on 794615 Further details on individual concerts as they come up.

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Clevedon Care Needs Volunteer Drivers Clevedon Care is a registered charity, set up to help people in the BS21 postcode area access medical appointments. We urgently require volunteer drivers. Journey times vary and drivers can do those that fit in with other commitments. The service is friendly, affordable, reliable, and easy to access. The driver, using his or her own car, will pick them up from their home, take them to the appointment, be it a local GP surgery, or hospital appointment further afield and then return them home when finished. If you need to arrange transport, please contact the office on 01275 343677 open Monday-Friday mornings from 9:30am until 12:30pm. If you would like more information on volunteering as a driver, please contact Shirley our Driver Coordinator on 07816 479600 or 01275 876535, or via email: clevedoncare@gmail.com or find us on Facebook.

Bereavement Support Walk & Talk – Each month Clevedon Cruse Bereavement support offers a Walk and Talk. The walks which last approximately one hour, are an extension of the Drop-in Sessions. They are appreciated for the opportunity to walk and talk together and enjoy the lovely area we live in. Please contact 0117 9264045 if interested, leaving your name and telephone number. One of the local walk leaders will get back to you with more details.

30ks Wilder is back! Avon Wildlife Trust wants to challenge you to complete 30ks Wilder! Can you do 30 kilometres of activity this September to raise money for local wildlife? The activity can be any activity from walking to cycling, running to swimming, or skipping to skating, you just need to complete 30ks by the end of the month. You can compete the challenge over the course of the month, on weekends, or even in just one day – and you can sign up on your own or with a group to spread the load! Sign up today and take action for nature: www. avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/fundraise/30ks-wilder

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Are your stairs a struggle? Enjoy independence in your home… Do I need a Stairlift? – If you have difficulty getting up and down stairs you are not alone. The decision to install a stairlift is sometimes a difficult one to take but, when compared with the alternative of moving or living on only one level of their home, many people have found a stairlift to be their preferred solution. Why choose us? – Suttons Stairlifts aim to provide a reliable and prompt service to their valued customers. Thanks to personal recommendations from satisfied customers referring us to their friends and relations Suttons Stairlifts is now a wellestablished company committed to providing expert advice with a no-pressure selling policy, guaranteed! Our Products and Services – We offer a range of new or refurbished Handicare stairlifts for either straight or curved stairs throughout the West Country, from Bath & Bristol right down to South Devon. We also offer a rental option for straight stairlifts as well as annual services and safety checks, repairs and removals. What happens next? – We will visit you to survey the staircase and conduct a user assessment leaving you the leaflets and prices so you can make the decision in your own time. Once you’ve made your decision we aim to install your lift within the week, or even the next day subject to availability. With our comprehensive 12 or 24 month warranty and 365 day coverage you can be assured of a firstclass and personal service from Suttons Stairlifts. Call us on 01749 346 900 for more information.

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Clevedon Lions Dream Scheme Donation At the Clevedon Lions Club monthly meeting held in June, we were visited by Emy Buxton on behalf of Little Fridge Toddlers and The Fridge youth group. Both groups are held at Christchurch Clevedon. Emy joined us to thank us for our donation of £500.00 from our annual Dream Scheme.

WI – Inspiring women Early June, we celebrated in Her Majesty the Queen’s 70 years as Monarch. WI members joined in celebrations at their local institutes – there were cream teas, picnics, bunting, dressing as if attending a Royal Garden Party, knitting corgis – all sorts of activities. These celebrations had a bonus for WI members; we were celebrating a fellow member. The Queen has been a WI member for 79 years (yes, longer than her reign).

The donation has been used to purchase new, cushioned floor mats for use at both Little Fish Toddlers and The Fridge. The donation also allowed the group to purchase a new toy kitchen which has proved to be extremely popular.

The WI is the largest voluntary women’s organization in the UK and is open to all women aged 18 or over. The first WI to open in the UK was Anglesey in 1915. Two years later a National Federation of WIs was formed; a democratic, non-party political and voluntary organization. Its structure is three tiered – local, county, and national.

Little Fish Toddlers is for 0-4 year olds and provides space for the children to learn social skills and develop their communication though song. It also provides valuable support for families with young children.

Membership at local level gives the opportunity to meet other women and make friends, to participate in community events, hear speakers talk on a wide range of subjects (educational, humorous, celebrity), and have a cup of tea or coffee (and often cake too).

The Fridge group provides fun and connection for 7–11 year-olds who have missed out on many opportunities over the last couple of years. It also gives coaching to support children who are struggling at school

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The county tier is Avon Federation of Women’s Institutes and within this there are 99 local institutes. Avon Federation works to advise and enhance local WIs, and hosts events that all members in the area can attend. Avon Federation is holding its Annual meeting at BAWA, Southmead Road, Bristol on Tuesday 27th September 2022. Our main guest speaker will be the Reverend Kate Botley. Watch this space for details of local WI meetings in the coming months and in the meantime, if you would like further information, or details of all WI’s local to you, or in a specific area, you can call the Avon Federation office on 0117 9864782 and/or visit the Avon Federation of WIs Facebook page

Model Flying Club The Avon Model Flying Club (AMARC) has been in existence for over forty-five years and currently has a membership of over 80. If you want to learn more about our club, you can take part in one of our regular meetings. You do not have to be a member to attend the meeting. Based in Weston in Gordano club members fly most days from 10:00 to dusk. We fly aircraft, helicopters, gliders and drones. Don’t worry if you can’t fly, we have qualified instructors and experienced members who are only too willing to help get you off to a flying start. We welcome juniors and adults. Limited club memberships are available (Juniors £10 pa, Adults £55 pa). for more information contact Nigel Kent 07736004464 or email secretary@ amarc.co.uk

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Lions Brass For Youth Lions Brass 4 Youth runs four levels of band ranging from starter band where young people are provided with a loan instrument and free tuition in a band environment for the first year. Members of this band start from scratch, having never played a note before. We then have three further levels of band with the youth band having an entry requirement of at least grade 5. We are always looking for new members to join at any level and rehearse during term time at Clevedon first scout hut, so please email band manager Debbie Underwood on dauwood@aol.com if you are interested or check out our website www.lionsbrass4youth.co.uk Playing a brass instrument is a great way to learn a new skill, improving self-confidence, ability to work as a team and engendering commitment whilst having fun with other young people.

Clevedon School Sports Centre Welcome to CSSC, based at on the site of Clevedon School, we operate the many sports facilities outside of school hours for the benefit of the local community. We are open: Weekdays 5pm – 10pm, Weekends 9am – 6pm. Our facilities include a multi-sport sports hall, a dance studio, squash courts, gymnasium, artificial sports pitch and grass football pitches. For more details visit www.cssc.org.uk/

Go4Life Walking Groups Many of us want to re-connect with others through walking and go4life North Somerset support a wide range of walking groups across North Somerset to suit all abilities, including beginners. There is a Wellbeing Walks programme, which offers sociable, short walks between 30 to 90 minutes. Find your local walk on here beta.ramblers.org.uk/ go-walking/wellbeing-walks-groups All short group walks are led by an experienced Ramblers Wellbeing Walks leader along tried-andtested, easy to reach routes. Because you’ll be walking with others, you’ll feel safe, be supported, and have fun along the way. And everyone stays together, so you don’t need to worry about being left behind. We’re a friendly bunch too and you’ll get the warmest of welcomes.

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Clevedon Craft Centre For unique gifts and commissioned work come to the Clevedon Craft Centre, Moor Lane, Clevedon, The studios and workshops are housed in the outbuildings of a 17th century Somerset ‘long farm” which was once part of the Clevedon Court Estate. Clevedon Craft Centre is an all year-round attraction. The many and varied art and crafts provide an opportunity to purchase the highest quality original work directly from the designer/makers themselves, while still enjoying the quiet rural atmosphere where the family can feed the ducks and chickens or relax in the patio garden at the far end of the Craft Centre. Visit www.clevedoncraftcentre.co.uk/ to find out more.

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