Autumn newsletter 2014

NEWSLETTER Autumn 2014

We’re expanding! The SWALLOW Community Cafe is

delighted to announce it is expanding

and as of the 6th November will be

open on Thursdays for lunch.

Last month the SWALLOW cafe

welcomed the Somer Valley Cycling

Club for lunch. This was a great

opportunity for the SWALLOW

members to put their training into full

swing and help encourage new

cyclists. The afternoon was a great

success and we all look forward to

welcoming the club back.

A great day for a BBQ To celebrate the success of the

Hawthorns Garden Makeover, the

tenants and staff put on a BBQ to

thank all of those who helped to

transform the outdoor space. See

page 6 for more info and photos.

Page 2 Courses

Page 3 Coures

Page 4 Trips

Page 5 Events

Page 6 Supported Housing

Page 7 Other News

Page 8 Fundraising

Page 2 Courses Page 3 Courses Page 4 Events Page 5 Chairman’s Visit Page 6 Supported Housing Page 7 Employment Page 8 Fundraising

Members of our Youth Group have been

getting active this term with Kez, a

qualified Zumba teacher, who works at

the youth club and leads all the dancing

sessions. The group have also been

trying their hand at body art and

painting. Recent trips for the group have included

swimming, skittles and a workshop at

the Egg Theatre.

The first tournament of the season

took place on October 5th at Stroud

College, Street. “SWALLOW FC did fantastically

well for their first time playing

matches; we won 1 game & lost 5,

some of the games were close &

could have gone either way. Dan

Bates scored our only goal, Paul

Davis was a rock in defence & Mark

Pearce made some good saves in

goal

the guys are looking forward to their

next tournament on November 9th”

Sam Newbold, Team Manager

Football Report

“We have volunteers working at the club who

are members from SWALLOW. We hope to

expand the group in the future and open it up to

members outside of Fosse Way School” Says Lily,

Youth Group leader.

Youth Group

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The Ladies’ and Men’s Nights continue to be popular giving our members

the opportunity to enjoy social activities with their peers.

A recent trip included a day out at the Norwest Bowls Club.

Ladies’ and Men’s Night

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SWALLOW FC

SWALLOW FC are kick starting

the season with a brand new

top and kit bag. A big thank

you to the Buffaloes for your

support. The team train every

Monday night at Chilcompton

Village Hall, new players

welcome, please ring

01761 414 034.

The Monday Garden Club, based at Redfield Road, has enjoyed a long,

sunny season, and have managed to produce lots of salad, vegetables,

herbs and fruit as well as an abundance of flowers in hanging baskets and

tubs. The members were invited to a Civic Reception where they were

awarded with a South West in Bloom 5 rating for ‘Outstanding’.

‘We went with Maggie to the celebration

reception evening in Midsomer Town Hall to

collect our certificate. We were treated to

sparkling wine and nibbles, given lots of

daffodil bulbs to plant, and had the chance

to talk to many people from other gardening

groups. It was a brilliant evening.’

Helen and Sarah

Events

Garden Club

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Garden Club

“I really enjoy walking with the

Saturday Strollers we walk around

the local area. What I enjoy most is

the exercise and getting fit”

Lucy

Saturday Strollers

On September 6th SWALLOW members and staff were invited to attend the

League Family Day at Paulton Rovers. Both staff and members got kitted out

in the new SWALLOW fleeces and took to the gates to collect. Our members,

Paul and Anna, picked man of the match and Paul presented the bottle of

bubbly at the end of the game. A big thank you to all the supporters who

kindly donated their pounds and pennies, you raised £97!

Paul and the players

The Chairman of Bath &

North East Somerset

Council, Councillor Martin

Veal, visited the Keynsham

group to observe the new

courses which include

Music, Movement, Art and

Cookery.

Events

Chairman’s Visit


Garden Club

SWALLOW chooses Man of the Match

“On Monday 18th August we

had a BBQ at the Hawthorns. It

started at 4pm and the evening

began to get busy. The Council

were filming us and Sarah

gave a speech to say thank you

for the work they had done.

The garden looks very nice”

Sandra Mullens

Hawthorns BBQ

Supported Housing


The Hawthorns BBQ was a great success. The sun was shining and

the staff put on a great spread for all. The volunteers who helped

create the garden attended with Councillor Martin Veal. Sylvia

kindly brought presents for the helpers.

Paul and Sarah with the Mascot

Both Paul and Sarah have been Arsenal

fans for many years. On the 18th August

they had the opportunity to watch the

game in London where Arsenal won 5 -1

against Benfica.

“The Mascot came out and we had a photo

with him. I would like to see them play

again” Sarah

Trip Trip to Arsenal

“The café is going well and we are

becoming confident at cooking delicious

food. We have just been inspected by the

Environmental Health Officer from BANES

and have been awarded a 5 (Very good)

rating for food hygiene” Maggie Blake.

The members welcomed Mike Jegede a

Social Work Student who has been

working at the cafe on Thursday.

A new venture

The Job Club has started on a Monday

10am until 1pm. It is open for any

SWALLOW member to come along to

receive help in – job searching,

preparing C.V’s, filling in applications,

and practicing for interviews. If you are

interested contact Maggie Blake,

Employment Support Co-ordinator on

01761 414034.

Community Cafe update

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Employment

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Base House Autumn has arrived and it brings

tasty apples. “We’ve had lots of

apples fall from our tree, staff and

members have been enjoying

making delicious apple pie – if

anyone wants some please come

round and get some” Claire,

Senior Support Worker at Base

House

Join us! We have places in our Work Skills

Horticulture Group for SWALLOW

members. Come along and learn the

skills needed for the work place. It

runs every Thursday 10am until 4pm.

To find out more please contact

Caroline Thatcher on 01761 414034.

Bath Half Marathon Run with team SWALLOW in next year’s Bath Half Marathon on

March 1st 2015 and raise much needed funds. By running for us next year

you will receive a SWALLOW running vest/ t-shirt, sponsor form/training

pack, a bucket load of support and the loudest cheers on the track.

If you or someone you know, would be interested in running for us

please contact Jess Robinson: [email protected]

or on 01761 414034.

Helen celebrating her 60th.

Leanne enjoy ing her

birthday with friends at

football training.

SWALLOW The Old Engine House Old Pit Road Midsomer Norton BA34BD 0176141403i [email protected] www.swallowcharity.org Reg Charity No: 1045893


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