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NMB ReportThe latest meeting of Braunstone NeighbourhoodManagement Board (BNMB) discussed the followingtopics;Speeding on Braunstone Avenue - Flashingadvisory signs are not yet in place. There will be anupdate at next meeting.Braunstone Park - No update regarding damage toequipment but there is still concern about vandalismto trees and shrubs which have been cut down andset alight.Hockley Farm Surgery - Despite one third cut backin funds the surgery is still offering extended hours. Akey problem to be resolved is the parking situation.Discussions are under way. We will have an updateat next BNMBResidents’ Network - Work continues to raise fundsfor the Carnival and Bonfire.Network members have been promoting the PatientParticipation Group for Merridale surgery and onenetwork member has joined the group.LHA has advised tenants that the bigger house holditems of rubbish are no longer being collected.Instead tenants should telephone 0116 252 7002 toarrange removal. The city warden says this meansthat Six Streets residents should no longer leaverubbish outside on the pavement as they may beliable to be spot fined.Some dog bins have been vandalised and will not bereplaced. Dog owners can use litter bins as well asdog bins to dispose of dog waste.Gooding Avenue - Cllr. Cooke has submitted a formalinquiry he has organised a meeting with officers fromTransport and Highways with Geoff Stagg. There willbe an update at next meeting.Clean Up Braunstone - The latest clean up took placeon Braunstone Park. Residents, councillors, localpolice, Environmental Crime team, Housing staff, CityWardens, Community Payback team and residentscame along to help litter pick and paint furniture. It wasa really good turn out and the crew collected two tonsof rubbish. “A” Team served tea, coffee and squashand there were sandwiches and cakes (see frontcover) as a thank you to everyone for their hard work.Neighbourhood Action Plan - There is now asteering group to work on one element of the planRaising Academic Achievement.The Older People’s consultation continues with focusgroup meetings planned. There have been manypositive spin-offs from this work.

Busy NetworkersThe resident’s network has been busy out and about in

Braunstone, keeping the place clean and tidy and lookingat things that can help improve the estate and keep us allsmiling.We have been getting stuck in with the big clean up onBraunstone Park. We donned big bright yellow vests, glovesand litter pickers and whizzed round in a flash to make thepark a cleaner place for everyone to enjoy.Some of us have also helped to remove the Japanese KnotWeed from Highway Spinney. This plant grows so quick thatit overpowers everything else in the spinney and eventuallykills it. So even though it’s pretty it’s got to go.Parking and traffic problems were also discussed at themeetings. We know how strongly people feel about theseissues, because we do too. We are looking into severalavenues which could help to address some of the problems.We will keep you updated on our progress.Also, we have continued fundraising for the BraunstoneFoundation. Activities we have been involved in our car bootsales, quiz nights, garage sales, race nights and raffles toname but a few. We have been working hard to raise themoney for celebrated events such as the carnival and bonfirenight. We want to say a big “Thank You” to all who have helpedout so far.These are just some of the things that show Braunstone hascommunity spirit, so let’s keep them going. If you want to beinvolved in fundraising or attend the network meetings,contact

Neighbourhood Support Office 45 Wellinger Way0116 223 2256

Adult LearningCome and enrol at the BRITE Centre, Braunstone Avenue

on: Wednesday 7th September 10.00 am - 3.00 pm andThursday 8th September 5.00 pm - 8.00 pm. We have a widerange of courses available to suit most people! For details ofour fee remission please speak to a member of staff.Courses available; IT at all levels, literacy/numeracy, andchildcare including Level 3 Diploma. We also offer coursesdesigned to assist learners in gaining skills for work or sportsand leisure courses. You can pick up a prospectus from oneof your local centres from mid July onwardsWe also have funding for Neighbourhood Learning inDeprived Communities. Thanks to this local community andvoluntary groups can apply for funding to deliver training toresidents who are over 19 and long term unemployed.

contact: Sue Connolly 0116 233 3164e-mail sue.connolly@leicester.gov.uk

Braunstone Awards 2011Do 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 the Neighbourhood Support Team at 45

Wellinger Way, Braunstone, LE3 1RG. Alternatively, you can email the details to us.email anneshort@b-inspired.org.uk.

Who are you nominating?

Tell us their contact details so wecan invite them to the Awards.

Address:

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Why do you this this person deserves a Braunstone Award? You can tell us thingslike; How long they have lived or worked in Braunstone; what they do that isgood for others; where they work or volunteer; what kind of people they help;

what their is personality like; what others think about them.

What is your name?

Tell us your contact details, sowe can invite you to the Awards.

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Services to the Community: Volunteers for communityevents, environment and clean up campaigns, fundraising,charity work, running community groups

Good Neighbours and Carers: Looking after disabled,elderly or needy neighbours, babysitting or childcare forneighbours, doing errands, helping others through troubles,

Work with Young People: School volunteers, runningsports teams, organising music/dance groups, volunteeringin youth or play activities, holidays & trips

Overcoming Difficulties: People succeeding against theodds, contributing to community in spite of illness/hardship,inspiring others to cope with hardship

Workers in the Community: doctors, police, teachers,bus drivers, youth or community workers, housing staff -any paid staff who are doing a good job for Braunstone.

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Thanks for your nomination

Thanks Everyone!A very big thank-you to all the people who have been

involved in our fundraising efforts. Especially,ASDAFullhurst Communty CollegeHeyford ExpressMary & Darren (Mazzie’s Cafe)Premier InnRoute 1 TaxisShakespeare InnSureStart Children’s Centre, Gallards HillWest End Working Men’s Club

Additionally, we’ve had lots of Braunstone residentsmaking generous donations to the Carnival Raffle.Thanks also to all those people who have given clothesfor our Rags to Riches project. Not only is this helpinglocal fundraising, but it’s helping needy people in othercountries. Our Rail Sale on Wednesdays is proving verypopular and is adding to the funds. Since April we haveraised £3,000 - great eh! So once again thanks to allthose people - donors, customers and volunteers - whohave contributed to our success.

U-TurnThere’s a new project on Cantrell Road called U Turn.

We nipped in to see what it was about. Manager,Nicky Wales gave us a tour of the building and told us allabout it. She explained,“We work with youngpeople to help them gainqualifications in motormechanics, get their C.V.stogether and support themin life skills.”U Turn works with youngpeople aged between 16and 18 years. Nicky continued, “Our course lasts for 20weeks, after which we will support the learners to findwork or to enter further education.”The project offers opportunities for young people to showoff their skills and find different pathways to careers. Nickyand colleague Steve, the mechanics tutor, welcomepeople to drop in to find out more about the project.Nicky and Steve have a 100% success rate in helpingyoung learners to gain their qualifications. Nicky added “Iam very passionate about our work with young people inBraunstone, and helping them to learn new skills to givethem a better start in their adult lives. If you are interestedjust give us a call.”

Nicky Wales 0116 367 8553

Picture of HealthNeville, a resident at Sandyhurst has had poor health

over the past two years. In a fire at his previous home,he suffered smoke inhalation and was in and out of hospitaland finally he had a stroke. After this he lost his motivationand just moped around for nine months. He said, “My doctorsaid I needed to get some exerciseto increase my movement anddexterity. That’s when I decided toto take up painting. I used to dowater colours at school, and I usedto watch Bob Ross on TV. I gave ita go and found that I enjoyed it andit was good for me physically too”.Neville told us, “I mostly paint from memory. I spent someof my childhood in India and when I think about the Indianscenery I know what to paint.”He added “If anyone wants to give it a go, I’d say throw thepaint on the paper get the feel of it. I have not taught anyonebut would love to.”We were impressed with Neville’s artwork and how it helpedhim bounce back from his illness.

Thyme To DineWe popped into the Premier Inn to meet manager Kellie

Jevis about the forthcoming fashion show in supportof Braunstone community events. We also wanted to takea peek at the newly refurbished restaurant, Thyme.Thyme certainly looks a winner. It has a lovelyatmosphere and bistro look. Kellie said “Ourcustomers said the old restaurant was greatfor breakfast but not for evening meals, so we

changed it. For me, itfeels really warm and comfortable forguests and staff. I hope localresidents will come and give Thymea try, especially with our exciting newmenu and great offers.”Anne Short said, “We reallyappreciate how Kellie and her teamhave supported our fundraising. It’sgreat to have local businesses

supporting our local community and we are glad to promotetheir facilities in return.”If you want to try out the new restaurant, Thyme offers aSunday Carvery main meal for under £8 and has a twomeals for £10 offer Monday to Thursday until 4.00 pm &Sunday to Friday until 10.00 pm. During July and Augustour readers can have a 10% discount on main meals. Justquote this number when you order you meals. LFPD070811,

or cut out this article and take it with you.More information from Premier Inn,Braunstone Lane South 08715 278 588

Fred AbrahamFred Abraham’s family moved from Slater Street to

Braunstone in 1930. Fred was young, only five yearsold and Braunstone was young too. He was so happyabout the move that he ran about shouting proudly, “We’vegot a council house!” He attended Imperial Avenue Schooland was the very first pupil on the register. He visited theschool’s anniversary celebration 75 years later and thehead had found that register. It was a piece of Braunstonehistory.Fred won a scholarship to a secondary modern school butthe family couldn’t afford the uniform. Instead he went toKing Richard III Intermediate school. There was littletransport in those days so he had to walk there and backevery day.At seventeen Fred joined theRoyal Navy and worked his wayup to Acting Petty Offer. Whenhe turned twenty one, hebecome Petty Officer.Later Fred met his future wifewhen his sister organised ablind date for him and her workmate, Gwen. They went tothe Olympia cinema and the date must have worked,because they were together from then on.Fred had a talent for art while in school but when he andGwen married he focused on earning a living to supportthe family. In his working life he developed many skillsparticularly around engineering and design, and heinvented several useful devices. These included a tractorattachment that killed weeds while ploughing, a device tohelp divers clear sand from shipwrecks and a machine tofit the steel shafts in stiletto heels. Fred was very precisein what he did, studying the problems he encounteredthen applying his mind and skills to finding solutions. Andit wasn’t just in mechanics - whether he turned hisattention to pottery, growing vegetables or breedingtropical fish, Fred applied himself fully and found success.He always said to his family, “Whatever you do, do the

very best that you can.” Throughout his life Fred did thebest he could.After his retirement Fred returned to art and once againhis precision, commitment and attention to detail showed.His house is full of paintings in all styles - copies of oldmasters, stormy sea, ships in full sail, family memories andportraits and they are all very beautiful.Sadly, Fred died in May and his wife Gwen wanted us totell something of his life. She and their son, Rob summedhim up telling us that Fred could turn his hand to anythingand could cut across boundaries. The family loved him, ofcourse, but what makes them very proud is the respectand esteem that others had for him. Goodbye Fred.

ClockwiseCredit Unions are community based saving and loan

schemes that have been around for many yearsworld-wide. In many countries they are as big as banks andhave millions of members.Locally we have Clockwise, the credit union for Leicesterand Leicestershire, whose convenient savings andaffordable loans work for more and more people inBraunstone. We are always pleased to report developmentsat Clockwise and we heard the credit union is so successfulthat it has moved to bigger and better city centre premises.We called to the offices at 1 St Nicholas Place and managerJo Purdy, told us about an exciting new scheme, “We arenow in partnership with Co-op Electrical, so we can offermembers electrical goods through Clockwise. We havenegotiated some special offers like £20 off orders over £200plus free delivery. We can even have your old large whitegoods taken away as part of the deal.”“Members can apply for a loan and we purchase goods ontheir behalf. This makes it more affordable because of ourlow interest rates. We have an Internet kiosk so memberscan browse and choose the goods they want and they canuse it to check their e-mails.”“We also have a telephone banking system so you cancheck your balance straight away. We are developing auser friendly web site so members can apply for loans online, which will make things a lot easier. “Clockwise is particularly keen to help people avoid thepoverty trap. Borrowing money always costs something butsometimes it can be incredibly expensive.Jo said, “We want to educatepeople about the dangers ofdoorstop lenders and loansharks. We would like to seean end to this preying on poorpeople. To provide help wehave a money advisoravailable in our Head Officeon Fridays to help deal with financial problems.”“Most of our workers are fully trained, trusted and vettedvolunteers who. All aspects of the credit union are regulatedby law and covered by financial services compensationschemes. In different areas we have collection points inchurches and other community venues. These are run bylocal volunteers, often retired professional people.”Community Development Officer, Jackie White added, “Weare always looking for more volunteers for all areas as wellas volunteers for our Head Office. If you want to know more,then give us a call. ”

Office 0116 242 3901www.clockwise-cu.co.uk

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Bulk Collections 0116 252 7002Report Dog Fouling 0116 252 7001Report Fly Tipping 0116 252 7001Report Graffiti 0116 225 3839

BRITE Centre Customer Desk 0116 252 7000

Cats ‘n RatsBendbow spinney is natural woodland surrounded by

bungalows. Recently residents have been worried bythe increase of feral cats.Noel Cazley, your street warden, has been investigatingand talking to Environmental Health. Noel told us. “Theproblem is that I cannot get rid of all the cats as they arekeeping down the the rats… and the rats are beingencouraged by people who are throwing their rubbish intothe spinney! The best thing to do is leave some of the catsto keep on top of the rats.” One resident is helping the catrescue service to keep the amount to a minimum, but Noelsays, “If you don’t want the cats, don’t feed the rats, simple!”

Better ‘n BetterBraunstone deserves the best and is getting it. Look

around you at the attractive houses, pretty gardens,and what about our smart new underpasses on BenbowRise and Gallards Hill. Thanks to Ellen Watts, HousingManager, L.C.C Bridges Team, the friendly hardworkingCommunity Payback (Probation Services) and your localcouncillors. They pulled out all the stops and got the fundsto get rid of this eyesore for you. We think they ratherenjoyed themselves while doing it as well as enjoying thefinished effect.St Peter’s Church Field has had a facelift, the grass hashad a haircut, and the litter collected and bagged up.The railings and seats have been painted, and the pondcleared out all ready for your picnic and music concerts.Come and relax in your own piece of countryside, eventhe flowers have been polished.Sad to say that due to continuing vandalism to the dogbins on the park, there are no longer funds to replace them.Dog owners are advised that there are still some bins inthe park and others around the area, but if there isn’t onenearby, they can put their dog poo bags in the litter bins.

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Bill Looks BackWay back in the 70's Bill Martin was a teacher at

Braunstone Hall, a time he remembers with greatfondness. He told us “I loved teaching in Braunstone andI loved the people here. I felt part of the community andoften parents invited me to their homes for tea and therewas the occasional visit to the working men’s club.”Bill was an enthusiastic teacher and one thing he didn’t likewas the caning “It was very hard, not enjoyable at all. Billremembers caning one boy when another child ran andtold the boy’s mother. She headed to the school with aposse of other mums. Bill said “I went out to speak to thembut when she found out that I’d done the caning the mumsaid, ““It must have been for a good reason!”” and theyleft. They knew me and they respected me; there was highcommunity activity on Braunstone and we had a goodrapport with parents.”Bill celebrated the fact that the caning was outlawed in1973. “I didn’t enjoy that discipline and hated it when Icaned a boy but it had to be done. I concentrated onpositive aspects of school life and worked on ending theold system of segregation of the boys and girls. He said, “I did jewellery making with boys and girls and introducedoutdoor activities and sport for both sexes. We stored thesports equipment in the old stable block. We formed afootball team and a rounders team and I encouraged bothboys and girls to play.” Bill beamed, “I was very proud ofmy football team they reached the top of the league.”At the time there were eight classes with thirty five to aclass and they were segregated. “I think some of the staffwere frightened of the change but I felt it was a veryhonourable job to be helping to get such important changesthrough.”Having spent two years teaching in Braunstone, Bill wasoffered promotion which took him elsewhere. He smiled ashe told us, “They were the best two years of my life!”Thirty seven years on and Bill isback in Braunstone. He said “Arelative told me about the drive torenovate Braunstone Hall. I wassad that it had fallen into disrepairand was attracted back by thecampaign initially. I met some oldpupils and many new people. It’sexciting to be back and I’ve beenthinking a lot about my time atBraunstone Hall School. That’swhy I decided to put on the Spiritof ‘74 show at the BRITE centre to recapture the real feelof those memorable days. I thought it was great!”We did too, Bill and we’re glad you’re finding the warmth,friendship and community spirit Braunstone still has to offer.

Summer Fun!The Summer Playscheme at Braunstone Adventure

Playground runs from Monday 18th July untilFriday 26th August. The playscheme is for childrenand young people aged 6 to 15 years. The plannedopening hours are;

Monday 12.00 - 4.30 pmTuesday 12.00 - 6.00 pmWednesday 12.00 - 6.00 pmThursday 12.00 - 6.00 pmFriday 12.00 - 6.00 pm

Children will need to register for the playscheme andunder 8s must be accompanied by a parent or guardianon their first visit.Staff have planned a full programme of activitiesincluding art, sports, outdoor pursuits and danceworkshops. There will also be lots of fun on theplayground structures, indoor games room andsubsidised outings.The playground is open access, so children can comeand go as they please, so parents should be availableby phone to collect their child if necessary.There are no charges for registration and aside fromtrips, all activities are free.Please note this programme is subject to funding.

Model CitizenAlex Windram has been a regular in

the Alert and she deserves it! At nineyears old, she is a charity fund raiser,and was the overall winner of theBraunstone Awards for her work. Shehas made a lot of people very proud bytaking up a huge responsibility at sucha young age. Well done again Alex!

Park CleanDozens of people joined our latest clean up on

Braunstone Park and what a great united effort.Residents, housing staff, local police, CommunityPayback, City Wardens cleared two tons of rubbish fromaround the park. When everyone had worked up anappetite they were treated to an amazingly tasty buffetlunch with hot drinks and a variety of delicious cakes.It would be good to have even more residents join us atthe next clean up in October, which will be part of Makea Difference Day. Even if you only join us for the grub,you’ll have fun and will definitely meet a whole bunch offriendly people… that might make you want to come back.Give it a go! We’ll publish the date in the next Alert.

COUNCILLORS’ INFO

Phone: 0116 291 4993Fax: 0116 229 8850

Email: anne.glover@leicester.gov.uk

Phone: 07890 564 696Fax: 0116 229 8850

Email: michael.cooke@leicester.gov.uk

Phone: 07890 564 709Fax: 0116 229 8850

Email: wayne.naylor@leicester.gov.uk

Your Life - Your ChoiceHeather Payne is the new officer for Employment &

Training for Riverside Housing. She works in theMidlands division to support Riverside’s unemployedtenants back to work. The key elements are getting to knowthe areas, finding out where Riverside tenants are, doorknocking and working with other service providers.Heather listens to what people say and sign posts them toagencies that can help. She said, “l want to developpartnerships that can offer employment to Riverside tenantsacross the Midlands.” Heather’s work is aimed at housingbenefit tenants and their children over 16 years old.“I will be visiting tenants in their homes and new tenants willhave a visit a month after moving in. It’s about negotiatingand influencing those who can offer work opportunities. Ourultimate aim is to get people into work or on apprenticeships.Volunteering and training opportunities are a key part of this.I will be building networks, gaining knowledge and basicallygetting out there and being nosy.”Heather added, “I want to encourage, enable and supporttenants to access employment. I am open to ideas that couldincrease those opportunities. There will be accreditedtraining for people interested in these roles.”

call or email Heather for more information0116 247 3836

heather.payne@riverside.org.uk

What’s Up Doc?We dropped into Hockley Farm Practice this week to get all your health news and find out what else is happening

at the surgery.Practice Manager, Lorraine Baker told us about the Patient Reference Group, she said “The group gives patients theopportunity to contribute to the practice and how its’ services are run. We are a friendly group where patient’s viewsare listened to and valued. The group has been going for twelve months and things are going well. We would reallylike more members to widen the views of our patients. We welcome anyone who is over 18 and patient at the surgery.We want a spread of ages and would like to hear from younger patients who have the time and energy to get involved.”The meetings are held every two months at the surgery from 1.30-3.00 pm with lunch thrown in. The group discussthe services provided and shares their ideas on improvements. Lorraine says “ If anyone would like to join but feel thehours don’t fit in to their busy day we could also be flexible with the meeting times. We will announce the date of ourfuture meeting in the Alert and it would be nice to see some more faces.”Lorraine had also asked us to once again highlight the hours lost in DNAS (Did Not Attend). 92 doctors and 165 nursesappointments were wasted, that’s just for one month clocking up 56 hours of time that could have been given to someoneelse. So please if you can’t make your appointment let the surgery know, thank you.The National Chlamydia Testing Programme is continuing again this year and all 15 - 24 year olds are being urged tobe tested. Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection and is caused by bacteria. It effects both men and women andpeople under the age of 25 are more likely to be infected but that doesn't mean you cant get it after your 25 becauseyou can. Known as the silent disease 50% of men and 75% of women who have chlamydia don’t know they have itand have no noticeable symptoms and if untreated can lead to infertility in both sexes. It can however be treated witha course of antibiotics. Its a quick, simple pain free test that is completely confidential, you can get a test from thesurgery for Free and a urine sample is all you need to do! If you would like any more information about Chlamydiatests you can speak to a nurse or doctor at the surgery. So we say “Pee in a Pot for Peace of Mind!”

To contact your surgery ring 08444 773 031

Housing News Police StorySgt. Will Cheshire has been an important and popular

part of Braunstone life for over two and a half years.He has been involved in many community initiativesaimed at improving things here and was given acommunity award in recognition of his work. Now Willhas moved on.He wrote “In Braunstone and Rowley Fields, I have metand worked with a lot of amazing people. I was an honourto have been part of a very active group of people, whowork tirelessly to provide support, assistance andguidance to the residents, workers and visitors within thecommunity, and improving the area for all. I havereceived a huge amount of support in tackling crime andin supporting individuals across the area and was veryproud of the fact that last year we reduced crime by asignificant amount across this area. I have made many friends since my time here, and onegood thing is that they will remain that - friends.  I stillhave commitments with some aspects of my role hereand I will not stop being involved in these and I am surethat within my new role I will continue to work with a

number of you. So I am not sayinggoodbye just yet. Other commitmentsI will hand over to the new Sergeant,whoever that may be, when theyarrive.   I would like to wish you allthe best for your future, and say abig thank you to you all for yourguidance, support and above allfriendship.”Thanks from us Will, and good luckin your new post.

Braunstone's five Estate Management Officers(EMOs) have a timetable of estate inspections

that cover the whole of the estate every six months.The EMOs invite residents to join them on theinspections and have sent us details of the times andstreets of each inspection will cover. The informationis in the boxes below with the name and photographof your area’s EMO.

Jason AddisonWednesday 20th July - Inspection coversMortimer way, Braunstone Lane, MortimerPlace, Narborough Road. Starts 10.00 amprompt from corner of Mortimer Wayopposite Audley EndWednesday 17th August - Inspectioncovers Fosse Rd South, Fullhurst Avenue,Starts 10.00 am prompt from the corner of Fosse Rd South

Sport SpotSports Team Sally Davis and Joe Smith tell us that

the Women into Sport is going swimmingly. “Wehad a very successful launch day and now the newstaff are in post and the timetable is under way. Weare looking forward to seeing how it develops.”There are still places available for women across thecity. So if you want to join in swimming, running,badminton or athletics have a look at the web siteJoe added, “Something else to look forward to is thelaunch of the new Achievement programme inOctober. We’ll let you have more details next time.phone: 0116 279 5041email: sally.davis@b-inspired.org.ukemail: jo.smith@b-inspired.org.ukwebsite: www.b-activewomen.co.uk

Kerry SullivanTuesday 12th July – Inspection coversGallards Hill, Webster Road, Wellingerway. Starts 10 .00 am prompt from No.2 Gallards Hill.Tuesday 9th August – Inspectioncovers Wilmore Road, Gunthorpe Road. Starts 10.00 amprompt from 2 Wilmore Road.

Darlene AhmedWednesday 17th - Inspection coversValence Road, Turville Road, ThurlingtonRoad, Elmsthorpe Rise. Starts 10.00 amprompt from 134 Valence Road.

Melanie OsborneWednesday 3rd August - Inspectioncovers Woodshaw Rise, Cressida Place.Starts 10.00 am prompt from no. 10Woodshawe Rise.

Sally FranklynWednesday 13th July - Inspection covers WinfordeCrescent, Worroll Close. Starts 10.00am prompt from corner of WinfordeCrescentWednesday 10th August, Inspectioncovers Heyford Road, Avery Hill.Starts 10.00 am prompt from no. 1Heyford Road.

What’s OnMonday:10.00 am - 11.30 am 50+ Aqua Fit, Leisure Centre10.30 am - 12.00 pm Let’s Walk Braunstone, Stable Block, Braunstone Park11.30 am - 12.30 pm Healthy Eating Group Hockley Farm Health Centre2.00 pm - 4.00 pm Golden Years Group (Bingo!) Blessed Sacrament Church2.00 pm - 4.00 pm Indoor Bowling Trinity Church, Hallam Crescent6.00 pm - 9.00 pm Bingo Cort Crescent Community CentreTuesday:9:30 am - 12.30 pm Citizens Advice Bureau, (appointment)

Braunstone Civic Centre10.00 am - 12.00 pm Braunstone History Group BRITE Centre - Library Braunstone Avenue2.30 pm Friendship Club,

Trinity Methodist ChurchWednesday:10.15 am - 11.15am Coffee and Chat at St Peters Church, Woodshawe Rise. Call Rev. Chris Burch, 0116 282 50341.45 pm - 3.30 pm Over 60’s Friendship Club West End Working Men’s Club3.00 pm - 5.00 pm Friendship Club Trinity Methodist Church Hallam Crescent3.30 pm - 6.00 pm Family Group, The Oak Centre6.00 pm - 8.00 pm 40+ Club, Oak Centre, Bendbow RiseThursday:12.00 pm - 3.00 pm Women of Wisdom (WOW) Group Contact Eileen on 07769 315 18412.00 pm - 1.30 pm Lunch Club - Trinity Church Call Marilyn, 0116 289 21821.00 pm - 3.00 pm Knit & Natter, BRITE Centre Library3.30 pm - 6.00 pm Family Allotment, Rancliffe AllotmentsFriday:10.00 am - 12.00 pm Friday Pop-in, Snacks, nearly new sale, & bric-a-brac

Blessed Sacrament ChurchGooding Avenue

10.00 am - 12.00 pm Art Club - Visitors CentreThe Stable Block, Braunstone Park

10.00 am - 1.00 pm Sew ‘n’ So’s Needlecraft Group The Oak Centre, Bendbow Rise12.00 pm - 1.30 pm Bingo Cort Crescent Community Centre6.00 pm - 9.00 pm Bingo Bonanza

Cort Crescent Community CentreLast Friday of every month

Saturday:9.00 am ParkRun, Stable Block Braunstone Park (You need to register first at

www.parkrun.org.uk/braunstone)

In the SpotlightJulie Mayer is a local girl who

had a flair for show business.She was a dancer and worked intheatres in London andLeicester. She met her husbandTony Wadsworth, when he came

to hire a costume. They are both regulars on BBCRadio Leicester. Julie has been recognised forpromoting cancer research, promoting space scienceand campaigning against litter.What’s your idea of a good night out?The theatre to see a musical, followed by a meal.A good night in?Watching a good film on television with my husband,in front of a roaring fire with a bottle of wine.What animal would you be?A cat. You can sleep anywhere, be fed on demandand continuously stroked. Bliss!What is your pet hate?People who sneeze in public without putting theirhands over their mouth.What is your favourite film?Titanic. It's full on action, emotion and romance.What do you love about Braunstone?Braunstone Park. A place of peace and beauty andit’s the home of many childhood memories.What words would people use to describe you?Bubbly, caring, fun.What’s the furthest you’ve ever been from home?Tony and I holidayed in Borneo, on the border of therainforest where there was an orangutan complexWhat’s your ideal holiday?Caribbean beach with the family.What’s your most attractive quality...I've always got time to talk to people who are in needof an ear....and your least attractive?I burp! (not very lady like I know, but it's better outthan in!)Have you a claim to fame?Many with my line of work, but the most special wasan interview I did with my childhood heartthrobDonny Osmond, with whom I spent a whole hour !If we made a movie about your life, who wouldplay you?I've really no idea. I've always fancied being anactress, so I'd quiet enjoy playing myself.Do you have a wish for Braunstone?That Braunstone Hall is restored to it's former gloryHow do you want to be remembered?Someone who makes you smile and tries to make adifference to people's lives.

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DearMore Please!

Dear Alert,I have delivered 50 Braunstone Alerts but Ithink I need another 20 because I have had tomiss some houses out on Beaufort.

A neighbour of mine has handed in a child’sjacket which was left on the grounds the dayof the Wedding tea party. Could you advertiseit in the Alert and find out who it belongs toplease?Everyone who came to the tea party reallyenjoyed it and people have all said that theywould like something held on a regular basis inthe Community Area.

Yours SincerelyMary Dunn

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Dear AlertOur school council went to an Anti-bullying Fairat the Leicester Tigers ground. We learnt a lotabout how people feel when they are bulliedand what effects bullying can have on people.We also met the world’s strongest man who toldus about how he was bullied when he wasyounger. When we came back we had a talk about whatwe had learnt and we all agreed that the wordsAnti- bullying was negative so we decided notto use those words and came up with the ideato get the children in our school to makefriendships using Friendships Games. We made games like Stuck in the mud, Sleepinglions, Hot cricket and Duck Duck Goose tohelp the children learn to be nice to eachother. The way we are dealing with bullying is toget the children to make friendships and bepart of our Friendship Games. We will be out inthe playground on Tuesday lunch times to playsome of these games with you all.

Braunstone Community Primary School Council

Quick Quote“Life is not a race, even if you stay stillyou’ll hit the finish line.”

The Hard Work

Remembering the 82nd

Party People

The Reward

More Party People

Production team;Paddy McCullough, Anne Short, Ali Gamble

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Stagg, Lucie Trigg, Joy Vincent)Matt Carter & James Fahey

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