Newsletter from Home-Start WeyWater
Date: July 2011 Issue no. 25
Hi everyone
Our new co-ordinator, Diana as now been with Home-Start for over two months and during that time she has really
enjoyed getting to know so many of you. Since joining Diana’s and Angela’s working days have changed and
details of their new days are detailed at the bottom of the page.
We have lots of great activities planned over the summer holiday; please may we remind you to let the office know
if you and your families will be coming along to any of the activities where booking is required – thank you!
At the end of June the Chase Children’s Centre’s beautiful garden was officially opened by Mayor Adam Carew. Despite the rainy weather
many turned out and had a lovely afternoon at the centre. If you are visiting please take some time to visit the garden as all the SureStart
staff has done a great job creating a very colourful and tranquil area for all to enjoy. IF you have green fingers and some spare time, the
centre would welcome any help offered with the up-keep of the garden and maintaining this lovely area.
On the subject of Chase Children’s Centre, they have also put out a plea for a volunteer to help run a crèche at the centre on Friday
afternoons, between 1.30-3pm. If you are interested in helping at the centre please let us know and we will pass your details on to
SureStart.
We will be running another preparation course from September so if you know of anyone who would like to get involved with Home-Start
please pass our details on to them or let the office know and we will arrange for a Volunteer Information pack to be sent out to them.
A few weeks ago, one of our volunteers, Nicky Preston ran a successful Tai Chi taster session which all participants thoroughly enjoyed.
Nicky is very happy to run a course at the centre and we would love to hear from you if you would be interested in attending.
On a final note, we have not only been busy moving furniture around the office! But there has also
been a change to staff working days. Diana will now be working Monday, Thursday and Friday and
Ang will be working Monday-Thursday. Sally and Emma’s days remain the same and the office is
contactable Monday – Friday 9am-5pm. Have a great summer and we all look forward to seeing
you at one or more of our summer days out.
Ang, Diana, Sally and Emma
Summer Days Out
In last month’s newsletter we listed all of our summer events and a
few others that we thought you may be interested in. Just a small
change to the dates for you to take note of, the Mum & Tots Teddy
Bear Picnic will now be on the 19th August, 12-2pm and not the 16th
as stated.
At the Summer Fun Day on the 4th August, which is being held at Jardinique, in keeping with
the surrounding farm area we would absolutely love all the children to come
along dressed in their best farm wear! Whether they choose to be a farmer or
one of the farm animals it will be great fun dressing up. Our administrator,
Emma will be equipped with face paints at the ready to help finish the look!
Home-Start WeyWater, c/o Chase Children’s Centre, Budds Lane, Bordon, GU35 OJB
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If you will be attending this day out or any of the following we really need to know by the dates
shown so we can pass the information on to the appropriate people helping with these events:
BBQ & Beach – 28th July 2011 – let office know by 22nd July
Alice Holt – 10/17/24/31 August 2011 – let office know by 31st July
RAPP Bus – 25th August 2011 (book online www.getactivenow.org.uk )
Cake baking and face painting – 5th September 2011 – let office know by 31st August.
If you would like a copy of the full list of summer events, please let the office know and we can
get one sent out to you.
Alton Food & Craft Festival 2011 – 9th July - Alton High Street
Celebrating the very best of Hampshire food with cookery demonstrations and a delicious range
of food to try and buy. This year we’re having a beer festival, music, children’s activities and farm
animals. 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. - free, just turn up!
Culture2 Event – 17th July 2011
This is a one day cultural festival held in Petersfield town centre. The event starts at 10am, being
opened by the Mayor and Mayoress and finishes at 3pm. Stage performances will include local
bands and Petersfield Academy of Dance, workshops including Drum4Fun as well around 50
stalls selling goods or promoting their services.
Autism Friendly Films
Visit one of 37 selected ODEON cinemas on Thursday 11th August and support the country’s
first nationwide ‘Autism Friendly Films’ initiative.
The film being shown stars Jim Carrey in a family comedy called, Mr Popper’s Penquins (PG). It
is being shown in an autism and learning disability friendly environment; lights and sound low,
freedom to move around the cinema and bring your own food and drink.
To find your nearest participating cinema please visit: www.dimensions-uk.org/autismfilms. To
book tickets online please visit: www.odeon.co.uk. Support workers and carers can attend for
free with a CEA card. To find out more about the CEA card and how to get one please visit
www.ceacard.co.uk
Are you interested in becoming a Trustee for Home-Start WeyWater?
Or do you know someone who would like to? We are particularly keen to have people with fundraising
skills and PR experience. Please contact the office for further information; we would love to hear from
you!
Easy Fundraising: PLEASE REMEMBER you can shop with over 600 well known retailers and raise
funds of up to 15% from each purchase. It doesn’t cost you any more to shop through the Easy
Fundraising web site, but if you normally shop on-line this is a fantastic way to help raise funds for
Homestart WeyWater. It’s really simple to register, and please don’t forget to register us using our
name as you see it above in bold to ensure that all the money you raise goes to Home-Start WeyWater.
Visit www.easyfundraising.org.uk for more information.
Home-Start WeyWater, c/o Chase Children’s Centre, Budds Lane, Bordon, GU35 OJB
Tel: 01420 473555 schemeNEWS
Email: hs.weywater@btconnect.com Page 2
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