Upcoming Events:
Wednesday 28 July 2010 - Summer Holiday Events
Come and join us for our summer holiday events
4th August - Design 'n' Shine
11th August - Art in the Park
18th August - Sports Day
Tuesday 18 May 2010 - Chop it, Cook it, Eat it
Do you want to get involved as a family with cooking healthy meals? We have a new group on Wednesdays that teaches you and your children how to make healthy meals. If you want to know more contact the team 0116 2795034
Saturday 15 May 2010 - Drumming for Families
Did you know it’s a fact that drumming can relieve stress? Its also fun for all the family to have a go at, and what’s more its free for families living in Braunstone. If you want to know more contact the team 0116 2795034
Friday 08 January 2010 - Parents so you've survived Christmas come and have a treat on us
We know Christmas can be hard on parents, doing lots of running around for the children, meeting everyone’s needs. It’s your turn why not come and have a treat on us? If you live in Braunstone we are holding an event locally where parents can come and try:
· Indian head massage
· Reflexology
· Acupressure
· Manicures
· Hand massage
· Nail art
· Life coaching
· Make a start on the new you
If you want to know more contact us on 0116 2795034
Thursday 05 November 2009 - New Peer Education Training
A new training programme for peer educators will be starting. For more information contact the team on 0116 2795034
Wednesday 09 September 2009 - Family Support Group
Every Wednesday we will be holding a family support group. Families can get together for fun with their children. Each week we will be doing something different why not have a go at
· Cooking
· Arts and crafts
· Drumming
· Games
· Outings
Friday 13 March 2009 - Sow 'n' Grow
Fancy having a go at growing your own fruit and veg. Want to show the kids where carrots come from. We will be meeting again at the Families In focus Allotment on Tuesdays between 10:00am – 1:00pm. Contact the office for more information. New families welcome.
Monday 02 February 2009 - New Cook & Eat Sessions Starting
New Cook & Eat sessions will be starting in the following schools
Tuesday
- Queensmead Community Primary School
Wednesday
- Braunstone Community Primary School
Thursday
- Folville Junior School
Come and have a go at making lots of delicious food for all the family. Contact us for more information.
Monday 19 January 2009 - New Peer Education Training 2009
A new training programme will start in January 2009
If you want to know more about Family Learing and working in the community contact Katie on 0116 2795034
Monday 05 January 2009 - New Art & Craft Sessions
New Family Learning Art & Craft Session will be starting in January 2009 in the folloing Schools
Mondays
- Folville Junior School
Tuesdays
- Folville Junior School
- Queensmead Community Primary School
Wednesdays
- Braunstone Community Primary School
- Imperial Avenue Infant School
Thursday
- Caldecote Community Primary School
- Folville Junior School
Wednesday 15 October 2008 - The Big Braunstone Bike Ride
Families are invited to join 'The Big Braunstone Bike Ride'.
Other activities offered on the day will be:
•Cycle proficiency classes.
•Cycle maintainence.
This event is free but booking is essential.
Wednesday 08 October 2008 - Uncover Autumn
Families are invited to come down to the wildlife area at Riverside and join in with activities such as:
•Plant your own windowsill pots
•Create a nature collage
•Make a recycled wild bird feeder
•Pond dipping
•Make fairy/bug homes
•Barbecue
All activities are free and refreshments will be provided
Wednesday 01 October 2008 - Family Fun with food
Families are invited to come to Riverside to make and taste healthy snacks.
This event is free but booking is essential.
Monday 18 August 2008 - New Peer Education Training Programme
We are currently recruiting for new Peer Educators. If you are interested in learning more about family learning and supporting others contact the Families In Focus team.
Stepember 2008 - Turning Point Women's Centre
Past Events:
Monday 07 January 2008 - New Peer Education Programme
Turning Point Women's Centre
Come and learn more about family learning
Saturday 08 December 2007 - Festive Fun
11.00am - 3.00pm, Sure Start
Families can have a go at making cards, calendars and decorations for the festive season. There will also be the opportunity to listens to festive tale and poems.
Saturday 03 November 2007 - Celebration Event
11.00am - 3:00pm, The BRITE Centre
Opportunity for those on the programme to celebrate. Families that participated during the Summer Learning Decathlon can see all the pictures and collect their certificates.
Saturday 13 October 2007 - RaW Circus & Story Writing Workshop
10:30am – 3:00pm, Queensmead School
Families have the opportunity to try circus trick, taste food and write stories in preparation for the RaW Story Writing Competition.
Wednesday 22 August 2007 - Art in the Park
Braunstone Park
An opportunity for families to see what they can make using bits and pieces from the park.
Tuesday 14 August 2007 - CIS Braunstone
Turning Point Women’s Centre
Families can discover what DNA is, how finger prints are taken, and what happens to stolen goods
Wednesday 08 August 2007 - Traditional Sports Day
Braunstone Park
Families get to have a go at the sack race, wellie wanging, and skipping
Wednesday 01 August 2007 - Bug Hunt
Braunstone Park
Together families can have a go a finding out what creepy crawlies are living in our park
Wednesday 25 July 2007 - Kite Making and Flying
The BRITE Centre and Braunstone Park
Families can design and make different styles of kites and fly them I the park
Wednesday 18 July 2007 - Mad Hatter's Tea Party
Walled Garden Braunstone Park
Families will have the opportunity to design and make hats, participate in a tea bag hunt and play different games together.
Wednesday 14 March 2007 - Construction Night
Trinity Methodist Church
Families get to experiment with construction and building with giant lego, kinex, and lots of other interesting bits and pieces.
Tuesday 23 January 2007 - New Peer Educator Training Program
Turning Point Women's Centre
Event details go here...
Saturday 09 December 2006 - Festive Fun
6.00pm - 8.00pm, Turning Point Women's Center
Families can have a go a making cards, calendars and decorations for the festive season. There will also be the opportunity to listens to festive tales and poems.
Wednesday 06 December 2006 - Festive Fun
6.00pm - 8.00pm, Turning Point Women's Center
Families can have a go a making cards, calendars and decorations for the festive season. There will also be the opportunity to listens to festive tales and poems.