GOOD NEWS - 21st August
This week marks six months since the opening of the current Healthier Fleetwood Information Centre on Lord Street.
After a couple of very enjoyable and productive years based at Affinity Lancashire Outlet, and a short time 'popping up' at the Library, we moved to a great Town Centre location in February, welcoming visitors and sharing Good News for and from Fleetwood.
Hundreds of local residents, dozens of community groups and organisations have joined us, connecting with each other and to the vibrant network of activities and events taking place in Fleetwood. The Centre is literally a shop window and a busy one too - there's around 50 posters on display, with over 100 more inside, many also with leaflets.
We host a number of drop-in events, across a wide range of themes including Armed Forces Veterans, Dementia Awareness, Diet & Nutrition, Volunteering and more. We hope we've created a welcoming, relaxed environment whether you're visiting for the first time or have been in before - the kettle is always on and we love to see you!
Our thanks to Regenda Homes for their support in offering us the premises, formerly their Fleetwood Office, and we hope to extend the arrangement beyond the initial 1 year period. A special mention to Steve, then Regional Manager at Regenda, now the world's best hula-hooping barista at Strive Community Cafe!
Thanks also to the many partners who have hosted events, our fantastic volunteers and to all our lovely visitors.
If you haven't been in to see us yet ... The Healthier Fleetwood Information Centre is at the market end of Lord Street, opposite St Peter's Church and open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10am to 3pm.
WHAT'S ON AT THE HEALTHIER FLEETWOOD CENTRE
On Friday 30th August we welcome Anne, John and Robert from The Walnut Tree for their monthly Dementia Awareness drop-in.
The caring volunteers offer practical and honest lived experience of looking after a loved-one diagnosed with dementia or another debilitating condition. Enjoy a cuppa and a friendly conversation as you find out more about the support and services available in the local community. It's FREE to attend and there's no need to pre-book ... just call in and say hello from 11am to around 1pm.
The new 74 & 75 bus routes operated by Fleetwood-based company Archway Travel have been launched this week ... and there's a stop right outside our front doors!
The service connects Fleetwood with Preston via Poulton then a choice of routes through Great Ecclestone, Inskipp, Salwick or further south through Weeton, Kirkham and Newton-with-Scales both offer very pleasant scenery on the way. Thank you to the team at Archway for passing on some new timetables which can be picked up from our Centre.
Nominations are now OPEN for the Coastal Radio Local Hero 2024 Awards!
The awards cover Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde and recognise the individuals and organisations making a difference in their local communities. Categories include the Local Hero for Wyre, Heart of Gold, Volunteer, Charity, Young Achiever, Carer, Service Person, Parent, Teacher, Extreme Bravery, Pet Superstar, Neighbour, Fundraiser, Charitable Event, Environmental Impact, Contribution to the Community and Special Recognition Award.
Fleetwood Festival of Transport committee did a fantastic job this year at short notice and want your help to make 2025 even bigger and better.
Feedback is appreciated and can be shared by Fleetwood Festival of Transport 2024 (typeform.com)https://b0iu62ofmon.typeform.com/to/omkAkxcA - it will take no more than 5 minutes. Questions include what you enjoyed most, maybe what you didn't and suggestions for what you'd like to see next year.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS ...
Fleetwood Town Community Trust are hosting family fun in Memorial Park and Highbury Stadium on Saturday 24th.
The FREE activities start at 12.30pm and include an Inflatable Football Dart Board, 3 v 3 football games, Face Painting, Speed Goal Challenge, Soft-tip darts, Football Freestyle, Multi Skills Challenge and Meet Captain Cod!
Plus there's FREE tickets available for Town's home game with Gillingham, 3pm. Match tickets must be pre-booked - please email community@fleetwoodtownfc.com to get yours and follow Fleetwood Town Community Trust on Facebook here.
Also on Saturday afternoon there's a Community Clothes Shop event at Fleetwood Methodist Church with the volunteers from Behind Closed Doors.
Fill a bag for just £5 - new and pre-loved clothing, shoes and more, for women, men & children. (Bags given out on the day). Plus a toy stall (at minimal cost), children’s crafts, cakes & refreshments.
Funds raised go back into Behind Closed Doors work in the community, supporting families who have experienced domestic abuse.
A reminder of the #KCA Cancer Support Group fundraiser on Sunday 25th.
It's at The Queen's pub, Beach Road from 1pm - 5pm with a tombola, raffle, auction, karaoke, live music, bingo, face painter, stalls and much more! Donations for the tobola and raffle are very welcome and community groups are invited to attend, Healthier Fleetwood will be there.
Good Luck to all the runners taking part in the Fleetwood Half Marathon on Sunday.
If you've not been training, it's probably too late to consider entering but see the Fylde Coast Runners website for details. A big thank you to all the volunteers too.
If you are thinking about next year's event, the Fleetwood Promenade parkrun is a good place to start. Held every Saturday morning at 9am it's a terrific community event and last week an amazing 204 runners/joggers and walkers took part.
More Good News from the wonderful LPM Dance team - they've announced details of their DoodleBug show for families and young children.
It's coming to Fleetwood Library on September 13th. and you can expect live music, dance and mesmerising costumes in a creative and interactive performance for little ones and their grownups. There's also an opportunity for Fleetwood-based nurseries/pre-schools to book their own FREE performance this Autumn. If you are interested in booking DoodleBug for your venue please email Helen on lpmdanceforhealth@gmail.com and see the LPM Dance website here.
Staying with dance, there's an update from the North Euston Tea Dance group.
Their Monday session at the hotel has now moved to a new venue, the Cleveleys Park Methodist Church. The session on Thursday is staying at the North Euston Hotel. New members are always welcome to attend, there is a fee.
AND FINALLY ...
Everyone had a great time at the Beach Craft event last Saturday, creating a huge piece of work to support the 200th anniversary of the RNLI. Thanks to all the volunteers and especially to Angie from Fleetwood Museum for all her hard work and to Scott for the fantastic drone footage.
Please keep sending in all your GOOD NEWS to share with the community.
Until the next time, take care.
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