MK CIL Newsletter Feb 24

MK CIL Newsletter

February 2024

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MK CIL Newsletter February 2024

Chris’s Chat Photos of Vital Signs Event MK Community Foundation Older Persons’ Board The Parks Trust Answers to January Crossword February Crossword Searching for Volunteers Westcroft Shop MK Gallery MK CIL Contact Details

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Chris’s Chat

I always find the beginning of a new year hard. The excitement of Christmas and New Year over.

Then it feels like weeks of cold dark wet weather. Also, for all at MK CIL it was a sad time the last goodbye to Valerie Williamson BEM our dear friend and MK CIL Trustee.

I have been to two events that interested me. The first was Community Action Volunteering Fair, it was held in the City Centre. Lots of organisations and charities attended. All that were there were saying there was a shortage of volunteers at the moment. It was worth attending to find out more about the people that were there. Lots of our leaflets were taken so we can only hope.

The second event was the launch of the 11th edition of Vital Signs by MK Community Foundation.

If you go to the Foundation website: Milton Keynes Community Foundation | Funding Fairness (mkcommunityfoundation.co.uk) you can download it, it’s an interesting read. The event was very well attended, even more so as it was an 8.30am start. The launch was held at the Auditorium Unity Place. The building was wheelchair accessible, you had to have security everywhere you went and you were only able to use certain lifts. It seemed ages to get to a short distance.

I am looking forward to the Spring daffodils and warmer weather for all of us.

Chris Checkley, Chair MK CIL

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Photos of the Vital Signs Event

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Join MK Community Foundation's exclusive event designed for the Voluntary, Community, and Cultural sector, where you will get the opportunity to immerse yourself in interactive CPD workshops, connect with peers, and enhance your impact. Be part of this exciting event for growth and meaningful connections.

Empowering MK’s charity & voluntary groups to make a bigger impact.

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OLDER PERSONS’ BOARD

Join us to hear a team from the Open University give tips on Ageing Well and to share the results of their recent challenge “Take five to Age Well” Wednesday 28 February 2024 1.30pm – 3.30pm Lovat Fields Retirement Village Hawthorn Hall, Japonica Lane, Brickhill Street, Willen Milton Keynes MK15 9ED

An Open Forum Free of charge Organised & promoted by Milton Keynes Older Persons’ Board c/o CIL Ltd, 330 Saxon Gate West, MK9 2ES Supported by Milton Keynes City Council To book: contact: Kim Burchell, OPB Administrator on 01908 231344 or email kim.burchell@mkcil.org.uk

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Your February update from your local parks

When visiting the city’s parks and woodlands, you may have noticed the enchanting arrival of snowdrops across the landscape, a welcome reminder that Spring is just around the corner. Make the most of the winter season and discover a new park in Milton Keynes.

We have over 40 parks waiting to be explored!

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https://www.theparkstrust.com/ info@theparkstrust.com 01908 233600

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The Parks Trust, Campbell Park Pavillion, 1300 Silbury Boulevard Campbell Park, Milton Keynes, MK9 4AD

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Answers to January Crossword

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February Crossword, British Geography - Answers in March Edition

Across 2 The white cliffs of Dover are made of this?

3 On an ordnance survey map, what does PH stand for?

5 What was the first capital of England?

7 What is the collective name for the counties closest to London?

9 Which canal runs from Birmingham to London?

11 What is the oldest national park in the UK? 12 The highest mountain in Britain?

15 Which sea is off the east coast of Britain?

16 Which river runs along the border of England and Scotland?

17 In which county will you find Sherwood Forest?

18 In which UK country are the Sperrin Mountains found?

Down 1 Where would you find Britain’s only hot springs?

2 What is the largest gorge in the UK? 4 What is the northernmost town in England?

6 Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney and Sark are collectively known as?

8 What is the most populous city in Scotland?

10 In which county would you find the Jurassic Coast?

12 In which seaside town would you find Pleasure Beach?

13 Which range of hills is commonly referred to as the backbone of England?

14 In which county would you find Land’s End? MK CIL Newsletter February 2024

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MK CIL are always looking for new volunteers.

If anyone has any free time and is interested in joining our team of volunteers, please contact us.

Our contact details are on the back page.

We have vacancies for: • • • •

Trustees Treasurer Information Officers Benefit Form Fillers

Full training will be given.

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Westcroft Community Shop MK CIL and MK Samaritans benefit greatly from the proceeds of Westcroft Community Shop.

Any kind donations to support the good work that the staff and volunteers at the shop do, would be very much appreciated.

They want what you don’t need! All those unwanted Birthday, Wedding or Christmas presents that you don’t know what to do with. Take them to the shop and pop in for a browse around, you will be pleasantly surprised at what is on sale.

If you have any unwanted goods or would like to volunteer in the shop, please contact: Address: Wimborne Crescent Westcroft MK4 4DE Phone: 01908 506640

17th February – 2nd June American Photographer, Saul Leiter: An Unfinished World • • • • •

Adult Creative Workshops Children’s Workshops Family Fun Cinema

For latest details about exhibitions and films at MK Gallery visit their website: https://www.mkgallery.org Or phone 01908 6

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If you have any comments to make on this newsletter or have any contributions for future editions please contact us Founded in 1992

MK CIL Milton Keynes Centre for Integrated Living 330 Saxon Gate West Central Milton Keynes MK9 2ES Tel: 01908 231344 Email: info@mkcil.org.uk Web: http://www.mkcil.org.uk/

MK CIL is a Charity All donations gratefully received

MK CIL Supported by

Charity number 1096402 Company number 4391864

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MK Community Shop Westcroft Ltd

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