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Happy Alert Readers

Afternoon Tea

at the BRITE

The latest meeting of the NeighbourhoodManagement Board (NMB) discussed the followingitems:

Matters arisingHockley Farm Road improvements – Ellen Watts assured

the board that work will be starting imminently, relocation of power cables had delayed the project.

Reaching Communities – Angie Wright reported that it maytake up to 3 months before the outcome of the bid for“Growing a Healthier Braunstone” is known.Skate Park Consultation – Wayne Naylor informed theboard that young people had been consulted, feedbackwas that they were in favour of lighting in the Skate Park.and a consultation of residents who may be affectedwould be taking place very shortly. Quotes were nowbeing obtained for the lighting. It was suggested that thelighting would be turned off at 10pm.Community First – Angie Wright recruited Mike Broad andLouise Lavelle to the Community First Panel.Residents’ NetworkThe 1940’s night raised £750 for “Charlie Says” and SupportOur Soldiers. The Awards Night will be held on Thursday27th March at the West End Club. Nomination forms areavailable in The Braunstone Alert.Joy Vincent informed the board, the garage Xmas toy saleraised £566, and Bradgate Bakeries had donated a lot of toysfor the sale.Foodshare – having amassed nearly 800 members, isreaching out across the estate. Christmas saw a lot of extrafood donations from across the city to support people.Neighbourhood Action PlanAngie Wright informed the board that she is presentlycollating the stats, data and information to finalise theNeighbourhood Action Plan. This will then go to theBraunstone Foundation board of directors who will decideon the allocation of funds for the identified priorities.Community ServicesMike Broad introduced himself as a NeighbourhoodDevelopment Manager who will facilitate the running ofCommunity Centres across the area. A consultation is takingplace in the south of the city which will shape futureservices. It is likely that this process will come to us and Mikepointed out that the period of consultation is likely to beshort and residents will be encouraged to have their say.Up & coming eventsBraunstone Park Run – is proving very successful. TheChristmas period saw a record number 347 participants.Braunstone Park has applied for Green Flag status. Theoutcome of this will be known by the summer months.Braunstone Hall – start delayed due to another bat surveyneeding to be carried out this year and results will be knownin late summer.

The Braunstone Awards evening will be heldon Thursday 27th of March 2014 at the WestEnd Club Braunstone Avenue. Doors will openat 6.30 pm.Have you received your invitation? Pleaseconfirm your attendance by calling0116 223 2256.

STOP PRESS !!!

It’s a busy time for the Residents Network as weput together the Braunstone Awards and plan ourAGM. Both of these events are to take place in

March.We are helping with the Braunstone Carnival 2014,again we will be donating £1,000 towards the runningcosts and laying on a bus service, “the BraunstoneHopper”, to ferry local people to and from the event.On top of all of this, we are in the process of going livewith the Braunstone Residents’ Network Website. Sokeep your eyes peeled for flyers, Resnet facebook, theAlert and b-inspired website for up-dates and moreinformation about up and coming developments andevents.We have been thinking about what else we would liketo do this coming year. Some great suggestions cameout of the last residents meeting and here are some ofthem…Take people on trips around the country, putting on aBraunstone’s got talent show, a tea party or dance, abeach event and an event in the walled garden. If youhave any other ideas please let us know!Funding to pay for these ideas partly comes from theweekly garage sale at Wellinger Way, this has beengoing from strength to strength and has raised over£6000 to date. All of this money will be used to put onthe events and to buy things needed to make eventshappen! Sometimes the money gets used to help oth-er community groups too, such as helping towards thecost of new football equipment for Studs Footballteam and to help the new art group set up at Sum-mer’s Café. We also use Resnet funds to support theCVQ volunteers in hosting community events, such as‘Braunstone on the Beach’ and the Easter Fun day heldat Summer’s Cafe.We can be found at most of the special days that takeplace here in Braunstone. If you have a morning tospare or an opinion to share, or if you want to help uswith our website and organising events then pleasecall us on 0116 2232256 to find out more!

History On Display

The BraunstoneHistory Group havebeen given the

fantastic opportunity atthe BRITE Centre toexhibit their uniquecollection of First WorldWar artefacts from theWinstanley family. Wecaught up with Helen

Catterwell, the group’s chair, to find out moreabout what items are on show in the displaycabinet.Helen said, “The display is a wonderful chancefor the history group to share with localpeople the memorabilia of Major Winstanley’sexperiences of the First World War.” Helenadded, “Within the display there are personalartefacts from History Group members,including a photo of my late Grandfather andAlan Chapman’s late father.”Don’t miss this great opportunity to go alongand view this once in a lifetime exhibition.The display will be on show in the BRITECentre until May after which it will be movedto The Braunstone Park Stable Block andWalled Garden Museum.

Are you 60 or over and worried about bills and otherfinancial matters? Need someone to talk to? Well lookno further…

Get free confidential advice and help quickly with Juliefrom Checkpoint. Julie can provide advice on benefits,general money concerns and help you to get the bestvalue for your money, e.g. accessing charitable grants,comparing energy suppliers and other financial help.

To book a visit in the comfort of your own home callJulie on 0116 223 2256, or email

This service has been brought to you in partnershipwith

Kate Hunter, Practice Managerfrom Hockley Farm MedicalPractice, has given the Alert a

few important pieces of information;The Practice has got a new bookletwhich we plan to send to everyhousehold on our list over the nextfew weeks. It will give you advice onhow to manage minor illnesses andhow to spot more serious problems.Please do have a look at it and keep itfor future reference. If you would likemore copies of it then please contactus.We now offer repeat prescriptionsrequests and appointments with thedoctors on line. If you would like touse these services you need to cometo the practice with some confirmationof your address or ID and we will giveyou your personal log in details.Finally our Patient Participation Groupare running their annual patientsurvey during February and March.The questionnaires are available in thePractice and on our website. We reallyvalue your feedback so if you have amoment please do fill it in.

Stop Press – Parish AuditLaunch

Want to know how we know about Braunstone? St Peter’s Church has commissioned a Parish Audit,

using observation walks, statistical research and interviews with key workers.

We’re launching the report on Thursday 13thMarch at 6pm at the BRITE Centre.

All welcome – please let Chris Burch know if you’recoming, for catering purposes.

To download the report, please go to theDownloads page in our website

www.stpetersbraunstone.org.uk

For further information please contact Chris Burchon 0116 289 3377 or email chris@burches.co.uk

Tri4James is an amazing team of people aiming to raisemoney towards research for a curefor Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.What makes them amazing? Well,they are a group of 8 men andwomen who have dedicatedthemselves to completing amammoth 3 triathlons and TheLeicester Half Marathon, betweenMay and October this year, and weat the Alert are going to follow their progress every stepof the way. Monies raised will go to Action Duchenne(www.actionduchenne.org) towards effective medicinesand hopefully a cure for this life- limiting condition.Action Duchenne takes a positive and proactiveapproach to the potential new treatments which arenow emerging, the charity is led by individuals andfamilies of those living with Duchenne.The people who came up with the plan to swim, cycleand run their way to raising their £6000 target are localcouple Darren & Mazz Liquorish, whose 5-year old sonJames Liquorish was diagnosed with Duchenne MuscularDystrophy last year. Darren said of his team “I went forthe extreme, just hoping that everyone would just saythey were up for a run, but they all responded sopositively were doing 3 triathlons, along side theLeicester Half Marathon.....!phew!.....Our mission for 2014 is to raise as much awareness andfunding for this condition as possible to help fund vitalresearch”.If you want to find out more, or make a donation,please visit their dedicated website www.tri4james.comor their facebook page www.facebook.com/triforjames.We will be keeping you updated on their latest effortsand up coming fundraising events in each ALERT soplease keep reading!

Starting on Wednesday 26�� February3.30pm to 5.00pm at the Oak Centre.

The cost is £3 each week (which coversmaterials used & a 50% discount is given for

siblings.)

For more information contact Dawn Summerson 07788 375845

African Drum & Dance WorkshopFees: £15 Per 2 Hr sessions or

£25 For both sessions

Drumming with Seckou Keita 11.00am - 1.00pm

Dancing with Landing Mane 1.30pm - 3.30pm

Drums provided if required so please let us knowASAP to ensure you have one on the day

Sunday 6tht April 2014 in the Sports Hall at the

PEEPUL CENTRE, ORCHARDSON AVENUE,LEICESTER, LE4 6DP

Book soon to guarantee a place, as numbers arelimited, via Teri on 07779435433 or email at

teri_jones@hotmail.co.uk

COME ALONG AND TRY SOMETHING NEW!

We were all sadto hear of thedeath of Ruby

Grant in December. Manypeople mourned herpassing as she was a wellknown and much lovedwoman. Ruby supportedher community anddedicated her time byvolunteering at theBraunstone Foodshare.Our condolences to Ruby’sfamily on this sadoccasion. One of her

closest friends Ruth Brookfield pays tribute toRuby.Chalk and Cheese, easiest way to describe meand Ruby Two Shoes. I was loud, out going,opinionated and Ruby was quiet (until she'd hada drink), loving, and very loyal. She did anythingfor anyone.Ruby could be shy at times but she loved to mixand make new friends. Ruby was fantastic atsewing, and could make anything where as Icouldn't even stitch a patch! I'll never everforget her! 50 years of friendship and I’ve lovedit all, every step of the way, the good and thebad. Today I would say goodbye, but I prefer tosay until we meet again  xxxxx

Ruth Brookfield

Farewell Ruby Two Shoes

STOP PRESS!!!

The Alert was delighted to be present when ResNet member EileenGollings presented Charlie Baxter with a cheque for £500 raised atthe ResNet’s 1940’s Night. The campaign ‘Charlie Says… Please Help

Me Walk’ was kicked off at the ResNet event held at the Working Men’sClub. Kerry, Charlie’s Mum, said, ‘Everyone that came said what a greatnight, and it was a great way to launch Charlie’s campaign’.20 month old Charlie was born with Spastic Quadraplegic Cerebral Palsywhich affects his mobility in all four limbs, in order to have a chance towalk Charlie will need pioneering surgery, around the age of 4 years, whichis not currently available on the NHS.With this in mind his family and friends are aiming to raise £50K over thenext few years. They are delighted to report that they already have just over£2,500, but there is a long way to go. Kerry said, ‘It’s lovely the amount ofpeople who are involved, it’s brilliant’.

Eileen said of the ResNet, ‘He melted our hearts, we feel honoured to help’.For further details about cerebral palsy please look on Scope.org.uk. Charlie has a Facebook page‘Charlie Says…Please Help Me Walk’, and donations can be made via that page on the GoFundMewebsite.Hot on the Charlie’s fund raising case is Kelly from the West End Working Men’sClub. You all remember Kelly who last year, along with her son Steve Finch,coordinated the hugely successful ‘Make Mollie Move’ campaign .This year Kelly has a line up of fund raising events planned for ‘Charlie Says… Please Help Me Walk’ campaign, starting with a family fun day on SaturdayMarch 15th at the West End Club, Braunstone Ave, starting at 11 o'clock . Kellysaid “It is a fantastic fun way to raise money for Charlie, with lot of activitieshappening on the day, there will be a table top sale, Mendhi (henna painting),face painting, hair braiding and a bouncy castle (weather permitting) to namea few, and in the evening there will be a raffle and the girls from ER dancecrew will be performing a burlesque show at the West End Club, tickets forwhich can be brought on the door on the night”.Kelly also added, “Due to the fantastic response last year, we will be doing another fancy dressedsponsored fun run on Braunstone Park on the 14 th June to raise money for Charlie”.Keep your eyes peeled folks for more information on the fun run in next edition of the BraunstoneAlert.If you would like to get involved, or for more information please contact Kelly on 0116 282 3804.Alternatively you can donate on line on Charlie’s Facebook page.

b-connected & the ResNet wouldlike to add their congratulationsto Debbie Kenney, Community

Life Champion, Asda Fosse Park.Debs was presented with the award for‘Top Local Fundraising in a Superstore’by Asda Director Glen Bowles. Just oneof 400 nominations, a delighted Debs

said, ‘It's a great award to win. This is down to the generosi-ty of our customers and the volunteers that help raise themoney, so I wouldn't have won it without them’.Debs, Asda & their customers have been strong and consist-ent supporters of the Braunstone FoodShare, we look for-ward to continuing to work with them.

We are thrilled to announce thatBraunstone Park has beennominated for a Green Flag

Award! Led by the Keep Britain TidyGroup, the awards aim to raise thequality and sustainability of the country’sparks. The winner of the award will beannounced later this year, so cross yourfingers and watch this space for furtherdetails.

Congratulations Debs!

GARAGE SALEEVERY WEDNESDAYThis feature is provided by the cafes in

Braunstone and is a fun way of eatinghomemade meals for less. Mel and Kay from

Summer’s Cafe have kindly donated this thrifty familymeal.PASTA ROSAIngredients:● 100 g of pasta-per person● Tin of tomatoes● 1 to 2 garlic cloves● 1 Teaspoon of oil● Pinch of salt● Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions:In a saucepan add a teaspoon of oil, a tin of tomatoes,chopped garlic & bring to the boil. Reduce heat &simmer for 20 minutes to make the pasta sauce.Prepare a pan with water, bring to the boil & add thepasta. Cook the pasta for 12 minutes & drain, then mixwith the tomato sauce & its ready to serve.You can add a touch of grated parmesan cheese if youdesire.

Written by Tania Ferreira.

From 1.30pm to 3.45pm @ Wellinger Way

PatternCast on 30 sts. K26 rows in garter st. Next row: k 22 sts. Turnyour work, K2 wrap, turn, K2. Turn, K4, wrap, turn, K4. K6,wrap, turn, K6. K8, wrap, turn, K8. K10, wrap, turn, K10. K8,turn, K8. K6, turn, K6. K4, turn, K4. K2 turn, K until the endof the row. K 22 rows across all sts. Cast off. Sew up the sidesand decorate as desired.If you fancy doing a bit of knitting then call in to the Stitch &B*tch, Tuesdays between 12.30 pm & 2.30 pm at Summer’sCafe, Cort Crescent Community Centre, Cort Crescent.

You will need1 x 50g Aran wool4.5mm needlesKeySts = StitchesK = KnitTurn = Turn the work overWrap = Bring yarn forward. Take stitch over toother needle, take yarn to back. Return stitch toleft needle the same way.

Knit your very own fingerless mittens with this fantastic pattern provided tous by Kay Dunn, a member of Braunstone’s knitting group Stitch & B*tch.

Earlier this year, the Alert office received a lovely email from Sharon Mason, the Scheme Manager atSandyhurst sheltered accommodation on Hockley Farm Road, praising the b-connected Befriending scheme.Sharon said, “Over the last year we have had several of our service users use the Befriending scheme and

this has become an invaluable service for them, it offers support, friendship and a listening ear to those who areless able to get out into the community. It just shows you what being a volunteer can mean on both sides for the

people involved and one of the many services that are available withinBraunstone”.The Alert Team decided to pop into Sandyhurst and to speak Sharon andto one of the Befrienders, George, and his Befriendee, Ron, about theirfriendship and the Befriending scheme.George said, “As I know that there are some older people who just needsomeone for a chat I decided to volunteer as a befriender. I was matchedwith Ron, from Sandyhurst, and we just clicked from the beginning”.Ron said, “We started to natter away and before you knew it a whole hourhad passed. I would recommend the service as you can’t go wrong and you

could gain a friend, just like I have”.Sharon added, “The Befriending scheme offers people who are restricted with their mobility a form ofcommunication, support and friendship. It has made an invaluable service and has given a new lease of life forpeople who are lonely and isolated”.The Befriending scheme is for over 60’s who find it more difficult to get out. Volunteers go through securitychecks (DBS) and attend training to become a Befriender. If you want to join the Befriending team or want afriendly visitor or know someone who might need one, then please contact Jane or Lucie on 0116 223 2256, oremail lucie.barry@b-inspired.org.uk or jane.diamond@b-inspired.org.uk

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Why Not Be A Friend

Are you over 55 andlooking for a friendly placeto meet people? Talk Time is

there for you, every Monday morning,come along to the Summer’s Cafe at theCommunity Centre on Cort Crescent.

Bring along your ideas, for funactivities, or enjoy a cuppa and a chat.Bingo and a quiz are optional activitiesand we welcome any other suggestions.The cost is just 50p. Hope to see youthere.

For more information about Talk Timeor about volunteering contact Jane orLucie on 0116 223 2245 / 223 2256 oremail jane.diamond@b-inspired.org.ukor lucie.barry@b-inspired.org.uk

TalkingTea

Growing a HealthierBraunstone

Sow and Grow onions

Water regularly and donot let the soil dry out.Harvest from July toAugust, when the leavesstart to yellow and dieback.

Using an old bucket/bigcontainer make a coupleof holes in the bottom &cover with a few stonesor broken crocks. Fillwith compost leaving agap of 5 - 10 cm at thetop.

Push the onions sets gentlyinto the compost so the tipsare poking just above thesurface. Space the onions4 inches apart.

Plant mid

March to

April.

get your good workrecognised

Get a VolunteeringQualification

Contact:Lucie Barry

45 Wellinger WayBraunstone

0116 223 2245/56lucie.barry@b-inspired.org.uk

New CourseStarting 20th

March 2014

Hello our names are Avril Tailor & Rachael Duncan and we are part of theCommunity Wellness Service working for Leicester Partnership NHS Trust.We are currently receiving training for our new roles of Community

Wellness Practitioners in Braunstone, Eyres Monsell & Saffron areas and hope tosee you soon in March when we will have completed our work inductions.Our role will include listening to people in their community and helping them tomove their ideas and aspirations into action plans that will directly benefit &enhance their lives and the community they live in. We are passionate aboutsupporting and facilitating local people to uncover their strengths & knowledgeand help link those to community led initiatives. By working together we hope to

sustain & support you to make Braunstone even more vibrant and a happy place for local people to live &grow.What would you like to see more of in your neighborhood? We aim to uncover the skills & aspirations of localresidents and build social networks by connecting local resources & associations together to create newopportunities. We would like to hold coffee mornings & small events with your help to produce actions thatlead to positive changes in your community. So come and get involved and share your skills & ideas with thingssuch as litter picks, gardening, arts & crafts, cooking skills, building & plumbing. Nothing is too small, it maybe helping you connect with your neighbours & improve your sense of belonging.There has never been a better time to get out into the community and take advantage of new volunteeringopportunities we hope to develop & deliver with you. Whether you are a young person or you are enjoyingretirement or somewhere in-between we would like you to work with us to share your skills & build socialnetworks that can make a difference in your community. Maybe you already have a great idea & already havea project in mind if so please get in touch today by calling 0116 3737225 and together anything could be possible.

Thank you

Avril Tailor and Rachael DuncanCommunity Wellness PractitionersLeicester Partnership NHS Trust

Coming soon to Braunstone…

I would like to start off by introducing myself, I’m Sergeant Siobhan Gorman and I have recently takenover the role of Neighbourhood Sergeant for Braunstone and Rowley Fields. I joined Leicestershire

Police in 2002, as a uniformed response officer based at Charles Street,and since then I’ve worked in various areas of the city including the St Matthewsestate, Beaumont Leys and Hinckley Road. I have been an Acting Sergeant for thepast three and half years and have recently been promoted to the rank of Sergeantprior to joining the safer neighbourhood team here in Braunstone. I look forward togetting to know the local community and I would urge people to contact the team ifthey have any concerns in the area.Recently we have received an increase of reports where residents are havingunexpected callers knocking on their doors. On opening the doors, services includinggardening and maintenance checks on houses have been offered. I would like to

remind people of the following crime prevention advice if you are ever faced with this situation:● Bogus callers may be smartly dressed and claim to be from the council, the police, health organisations

or gas, water or electricity companies.● An unexpected visitor offering work such as gardening and property maintenance could be a bogus

caller. Do not let them into your home unless you have specifically called for their services first.● Beware of callers who attempt to distract you by claiming they have seen something untoward in

another room or outside, which may encourage you to leave the room.● Fit a door chain or use a spy hole to allow you to check who the caller is before opening the door. If they

can’t produce official ID then do not let them in. You can even ring the company they say they are fromto confirm their identity.

● A genuine caller won’t mind you closing the door while you check their ID and most will be happy tomake an appointment and return at a later date or time.

For further advice visit our website www.leics.police.uk, call us on 101 or visit your local police station wherean officer will be more than happy to help you.We have also had reports of anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the area. Incidents include criminal damage to streetfurniture and young people causing unnecessary loud noise in the street. In an attempt to reduce ASB in thearea, we will be conducting pro-active patrols and engaging with those who are committing the offences. If youwitness anyone committing an act of crime please contact us, this will enable us to bring those causing harmto communities to justice.On a final note I would like to say thanks for the warm welcome that I have already received from people, andI look forward to meeting and maintaining strong links with more of the community.

Sergeant Siobhan Gorman

POLICE INFORMATION

Braunstone Park Run had a record turn out of 327runners who braved the chilly January morningto take part in the latest 5K run in Braunstone

park.You don’t have to be an expert, everyone runs at their own paceand for their own enjoyment. Every week the runners meet up atBraunstone Leisure Centre cafe, for a pre-run drink, and thenmake their way to start the run in front of the old Stable Block onthe Park.It is free to join, however, before your first run you will need toregister online at: www.parkrun.org.uk/braunstone. All ages arewelcome and children under the age of 11 must be supervised byat all times by an adult.The Park Run is organised by a team of dedicated volunteer staff,if you are interested in helping out please email your contactdetails to Braunstonehelpers@parkrun.com.

Did you know that…

Braunstone Foodshare DatesSt Peter’s -Monday 5pm - 6.30pmTuesday 11am - 12 pm

URC -Monday4.30pm - 6pm

BRITE Centre -Tuesday11am - 12pm

United Reform Church

St Peter’s

BRITE Centre

St Peter’s: March: 3rd 4th

17th 18th 31st

April: 1st 14th 15th 28th 29th

May: 12th 13th

URC: March: 10th 24th

April: 7th 21st

May 5th

BRITE: March: 11th 25th

April: 8th 22nd

May: 6th

If you have access to the Internet you can read all our editions of our alert at

www.b-inspired.org.uk or if you have a smart phone you can scan the QR code on

the front cover of the alert (you will need to download the QR code scanner free from

your app store and use it to scan the code). Here is the link where you can also view the

Braunstone Alert http://issuu.com/b-alert. Send the link to your friends and family to

let them know what's going on in Braunstone.

South BraunstoneResidents Meeting

6th March 201410 am - 11.30 am

Summer’s CafeCort Crescent

Community CentreCort Crescent

For more informationplease call

Ann Regan on07821047111

In the Spotlight Mondays

10.00 am - 11.30 am 50+ Aqua Fit, Leisure Centre10.30 am - 11.30 pm Talk Time, Summer’s Cafe11.00 am - 12.30 pm Let’s Walk Braunstone, Stable Block, Braunstone Park2.00 pm - 4.00 pm Golden Years Group (Bingo!) Blessed Sacrament Church 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm Cheerleading, Oak Centre6.00 pm - 9.00 pm Bingo, Cort Crescent C.C.6.00 pm - 9.00 pm Theatre Craft Class 13 yrs up, Winstanley Centre

Tuesdays11.00 am - 1.00 pm Mums & Babies, Summer’s Cafe12.30 pm - 2.30 pm Stitch & B*tch, Summer’s Cafe10.00 am -12.00 pm Braunstone History Group, BRITE5.00 pm - 7.00 pm ER Crew Street Dancing for ages 5+, Oak Centre5.00 pm - 8.30 pm Theatre Craft Class 10-12 yrs, Winstanley Centre

Wednesdays10.15 am - 11.15 am Coffee & Chat, St Peter’s11.00 am - 2. 00 pm ALVV Art Classes, till March 26�� Summer’s Cafe, Cort Crescent12.00 pm - 1.30 pm BLT Summer’s Cafe, Lunch Club every Wednesday from March 26�� Price: £3.001.30 pm - 3.30 pm Garage Sale , 45 Wellinger Way3.30 pm - 5.00 pm Children’s Art Group, Oak Centre5.00 pm - 7.00 pm K&T Performing Arts Street Dance, Winstanley Centre Thursdays11.30 am - 12.00 pm Armchair Aerobics, Oak Centre11.45 am - 1.30 pm Lunch Club, Trinity Church every 1�� & 3�� Thursday of each month, price £4.50.12.00 pm - 2.00 pm Nappucino, Summer’s Cafe12.00 pm - 2.30 pm Nappy Library, Summer’s Cafe12.00 pm - 3.00 pm Women of Wisdom Co-operative (Call Eileen 07881284498)13.00 pm - 13.30 pm Armchair Aerobics (& chat!), Winstanley Centre1.00 pm - 3.00 pm Knit & Natter, BRITE Centre1.00 pm - 3:30 pm Art Group, Summer’s Cafe2.30 pm - 3.30 pm Friendship Club, Trinity Church5.00 pm - 7.30 pm Theatre Craft Class 3-9 yrs, Winstanley Centre

Fridays 10.00 am - 12.00 pm Friday Pop-in, Blessed Sacrament Church 10.00 am - 1.00 pm Sew `n’ So’s Needlecraft, Oak Centre 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm Golden Gloves Boxing Club Oak Centre

In the last issue weshone the spotlight onMel from Summer’sCafé, now it’s the turnof her friend andbusiness partner KayAnderson. Kay offers awarm and friendlywelcome to all whocome to the café,making them feel rightat home, come and find out for yourselves!

What’s your idea of a good night out?A meal out with family followed by a gameof bowling.A good night in?Board games with the family and maybean episode of East-Enders.What animal would you be?A puppy, eager to please.What is your pet hate?RudenessWhat was the last book you read?“I’ve got your number” by Sophie KinsellaWhat is your favourite film?“Set it off”Describe Braunstone in 3 words?Resourceful, friendly and talented.What words would people use todescribe you?A little bit ditzyWhat’s the furthest you have everbeen from home?SwitzerlandWhat is your ideal holiday?Just lazing in the CaribbeanWhat one thing you would change?DishonestyWhat is your most attractive quality?Warm personality…and your least?ImpatientHave you a claim to fame?I met Grot Bags when I was seven. MyNan and Aunty Shell took me all the wayto Manchester to see her!How do you want to be remembered?For my goodnessIn a movie of your life who would playyou?Sheridan Smith

NEW

07890 564 69607890 564 709

Christ Church URC,Dumbleton Avenue, 6.00 - 7.00 pm

Braunstone Housing Office,Gutheridge Crescent 12 noon -1.00 pm

Cort Crescent Community Centre 6.00 - 7.00 pm

BRITE Centre Braunstone Avenue 6.00 - 7.00 pm

0116 291 4993

Dear Alert,We hosted another successful Afternoon Tea Party onthe 17th January and I wanted to thank the followingpeople, without whom we would not have been able tohost this event:The BRITE for giving us the venue and helping set up,Bradgate Bakery for the lovely sandwiches, Route 1 Taxisfor transport, Cheryl at Hockley Farm Surgery for somedelicious cakes, all the CVQ course students fororganising and hosting the event, our stalwartvolunteers from the Res Net and service providers forgiving us their time.We hope to host another event in the not too distantfuture and will keep readers informed.

Thank you all very much.From all b-connected staff

Dear Alert,I work for the LCC’s CommunityInclusion Team. 16 months ago webegan a pilot project to look forcommunity based opportunities foradults with a learning and/orphysical disability. I was asked tolook for such opportunities in two areas - one of whichwas Braunstone.I contacted b-connected at the Neighbourhood Supportbase who gave us lots of ideas, some of which we tookup. Many of you will be aware of Peter joining in withthe ‘Lets Walk Braunstone’ group, volunteering at theBraunstone Foodshare & helping out at Summer’s Cafe.I have been supporting Peter during this time but soonI will be moving on to work with other people; before Ileave I wanted to pass on my many thanks to all whohave made us very welcome. I would like to name youall individually but it would take up most of this issue!Therefore I will mention you collectively - the Lets WalkBraunstone Group, everyone at Summer’s Cafe & theBraunstone Foodshare - at St Peters, the United ReformChurch & the BRITE Centre. The folk of Braunstonehave walked up their garden paths, leaned out theirwindows & stopped us in the street to have a chat. Wehave made some great friends. Peter has appreciatedthis so much, and I have no doubt things will continueto be a success for him in his community. I hope to seeyou all from time to time because I’m sure other folkswill wish to experience Brilliant Braunstone!

John RoweCommunity Inclusion Officer

Dear Alert Reader,

Our last issue had a letter about the stopping of thefree Tesco bus, that operates between WinstanleyDrive Braunstone and Beaumont Leys. It has beenbrought to our attention there are no future plans tostop this service. We sincerely apologise for this error.

The Alert Team

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Busy Braunstone In SpringBRAUNSTONE PARK STABLE BLOCK MUSEUM

ROOMwill open on the following mornings

Tuesday 27th March 2014Tuesday 29th April 2014Tuesday 27th May 2014

10:00 am -12 noonCome along and meet the Braunstone History Group

Learn about the history of our beautiful park,Braunstone, the Winstanley family and the hall.

Did you go to Braunstone Junior School?Come and have a chat with the Braunstone History

Group over a cuppa…..

Summer’s Cafe in partnership with Nappuchino’s,

Sling Mums and Natural Parenting

is hosting an eco-parent day on

May 1st from

at

Stalls, homemade crafts, food and information stalls with

demos available

For more information contact Mel & Kay on 0116 233 3197

Resident’s Network AGMWednesday 19th March

10-12 pmSummer’s Cafe

Cort Crescent Community CentreCort Crescent