Events in the local Voluntary Sector
04 September 2010
BBQ and Blues with Bryn Haworth
Time : 6pm BBQ 7.30pm concertLocation : St Aldhelms Parish Centre, Branksome
Type of Event : BBQ and Blues concert
BBQ (meat and Vegetarian)(soft drinks provided but can bring your own wine) and concert by internationally acclaimed guitarist and singer /songwriter Bryn Haworth
(see his website Bryn Haworth Music)
Tickets from Green Pastures £12 each with concessions for students
Contact Details
Organisation : Green Pastures
Tel : 01202 764776
Email : admin@green-pastures.org
Website : http://www.green-pasures.org
07 September 2010
Fertility Services - Discussion Group
Time : 5.30pm - 7pmLocation : Kinson Community Centre, Millhams Road, Bournemouth, BH10 7LH
Type of Event : Consultation / Discussion
Do you have a view about assisted conception? Have you ever tried to access fertility services? Or, do you support a local group who would be interested in having their say? LINks are working with NHS Bournemouth & Poole to organise this event for local people.
To find out more about the proposed changes to NHS Fertility Services, and have your say, book now. We are particularly keen to involve people who are under the age of 40, same sex couples and people who have received treatment for cancer.
Your feedback will help to make future fertility services fairer for all.
There is space for 50 people to attend this free event.
Contact Details
Organisation : Bournemouth & Poole LINks (together with NHS Bournemouth & Poole)
Tel : 0300 111 0102
Email : contact@makesachange.org.uk
Website : http://www.makesachange.org.uk
09 September 2010
The Buccaneers BBQ plus Scavenger Hunt
Time : 6.00pmLocation : The Royal Bath Hotel
Type of Event : Mayor's Charity Appeal Fundraiser
Choose your own pirate captain. The crew to complete the scavenger hunt across Old Bournemouth Town with the most correct clues will win Balckbeard's buried treasure!
Scavenger Hunt (teams max 6 persons) including BBQ banquet : £15.00 pp.
An arrghh-ternative networking opportunity for all you corporate types.
Pre booking is essential.
Contact Details
Organisation : Mayor's Charity Appeal
Contact Name : Sarah Bohn
Tel : 01202 703597
Email : sarahbohn@twas.org.uk
18 September 2010 - 19 September 2010
Stour Valley Festival 2010
Time : 10am till 7pmLocation : Stour Valley Local Nature Reserve, off New Road roundabout, Northbourne, BH10 7DA.
Type of Event : A celebration of Bournemouths Green Spaces
A promotion of the Boroughs green spaces and volunteering opportunities through an event celebrating rural crafts, local produce and attractions.
Contact Details
Organisation : vinvolved team Bournemouth and Poole
Contact Name : Poppy Sargeaunt
Tel : 01202 467000
Email : poppy.sargeaunt@bournemouthymca.org.uk
Website : http://www.vinvolvedbp.com
18 September 2010
An Evening of Magic & Illusion
Time : 7:30pmLocation : Townsend Community Centre (Old School Hall)
Type of Event : Show
An Evening of Magic & Illusion featuring the amazing magic of 'Vizage' (British Magical Champions of Illusion) in tribute to Ron Gilbert "Mr Magic". An fast blend of magic & illusion, song & dance plus the magic of Steve Rogers and special variety guests present an evening in support of Poole Hospital Rheumatology Trust & The Community Arts & Music Project.
Tickets are limited and you are advised to book in advance.
Date: Saturday September 18th
Venue: Townsend Community Centre (Old School Hall), Jewell Road, Bournemouth BH8 0LT
Time: Doors 7pm - Show 7:30pm
For tickets book online at www.tcamp.info or call 01202 460296/301556.
Adults £10.00 Children U16 £7.50
Come along and enjoy an evening that will entertain and amaze you.
Contact Details
Organisation : The Community Arts & Music Poject
Contact Name : Craig Gilbert
Tel : 01202 460296
Email : admin@tcamp.info
Website : http://www.tcamp.info
19 September 2010
"Plod along the prom"
Time : 9am-1pmLocation : Bournemouth Pier approach and promenade
Type of Event : Sponsored Walk
Age Concern Bournemouth’s “Plod along the prom” sponsored walk starts with the help of the Mayor from Pier Approach Bournemouth on Sunday 19th September 2010 at 9am, there are four routes (1,2,3 or 6 miles) to suit all abilities along Bournemouth and Poole’s promenade. There will be a few surprises along the way to cheer everyone along, so come rain or shine, wellies or flip flops, come along and join the fun whilst raising funds for the community. Visit our website for more information and to register, or call 01202 530530.
Contact Details
Organisation : Age Concern Bournemouth
Contact Name : Sara Taylor
Tel : 01202 530530
Email : sara@acbournemouth.org
Website : http://www.ageconcernbournemouth.org.uk/
29 September 2010
Voluntary Sector Forum
Time : 2.00pm - 4.00pmLocation : Friends Meeting House, Wharncliffe Road, Bournemouth, BH5 1AH
Type of Event : Voluntary Sector Forum
An opportunity to network and share best practice with Voluntary Sector Colleagues. To hear back from the Voluntary Sector reps who sit on various boards and committees across Bournemouth. To hear from invited speakers on subjects of interest to the Voluntary Sector. If you would like to sign up to receive the papers for these meetings direct as well as other useful updates for the Voluntary Sector please contact Ruth Shearn for more information.
Contact Details
Organisation : Bournemouth CVS
Contact Name : Ruth Shearn
Tel : 01202 466130
Email : ruth.shearn@bournemouthcvs.org.uk
06 October 2010
Diversity Forum
Time : 6.30pm till 8.30pmLocation : Carrington House Hotel
Type of Event : Voulntary Sector/Community Forum
BP3 Diversity Forum: Theme to be announced
Contact Details
Organisation : Dorset Race Equality Council
Contact Name : Frances Cornelius
Tel : 01202 553003
Email : enquiries@dorsetrec.org.uk
Website : http://www.dorsetrec.org.uk
07 October 2010
A Helping Hand-Bag Charity Auction
Time : 7pm 'til lateLocation : 1812 Lounge Bar, Exeter Road Bournemouth
Type of Event : Exclusive Charity Hand-Bag Auction
Although no excuse is needed for the girls to get together, The Wessex Autistic Society has given you the perfect reason to enjoy a luxurious evening of shopping, cocktail sipping and mingling, this autumn.
The Handbag Auction will take place on Thursday 7th October, from 7pm at 1812 Lounge Bar, Bournemouth. See www.twas.org.uk or contact Sarah Bohn on 01202 703597 for ticket info or to donate a ‘gently-used’ handbag for auction on the evening!
Contact Details
Organisation : The Wessex Autistic Society
Contact Name : Sarah Bohn
Tel : 01202 703597
Email : sarah.bohn@twas.org.uk
Website : http://www.twas.org.uk/currentevents
03 November 2010 - 03 November 2010
Children and Young People's Voluntary Sector Forum
Time : 10.30 - 12.30 followed by a networking lunchLocation : Friends Meeting House Wharncliffe Raod, Bournemouth, BH5 1AH
Type of Event : Voluntary Sector Forum
An opportunity to network and share best practice with Voluntary Sector Colleagues who work with children, young people and their families in Bournemouth.
To hear back from the Voluntary Sector reps who sit on various boards and committees across Bournemouth relating to children and young people.
To hear from invited speakers on subjects of interest to the children and young people’s Voluntary Sector.
If you would like to sign up to receive the papers for these meetings direct as well as other useful updates for the Voluntary Sector please contact Ruth Shearn for more information.
Contact Details
Organisation : Bournemouth CVS
Contact Name : Ruth Shearn
Tel : 01202 466130
Email : ruth.shearn@bournemouthcvs.org.uk
13 November 2010
Helping Survivors towards Positive and Healthy Relationships
Time : 10 am to 4 pmLocation : St George's Wellspring Centre 118 Haviland Road Boscombe, Bh7 6HW
Type of Event : Conference
Dorset Action on Abuse(DAA)is a local charity supporting adult survivors of childhood abuse (sexual, physical,emotional and neglect).
This conference is for professionals and practitioners who work with or encounter survivors in the work place.
Professor Rudi Dallos will be leading this confernce which will help to broaden the skills and understanding of practitioners working in this field.
Conference Cost £50, booking essential, please contact DAA
Contact Details
Organisation : Dorset Action on Abuse (DAA)
Contact Name : The Administrator
Tel : 01202 732424
Email : daacharity@gmail.com
Website : http://www.dorsetactiononabuse.org.uk
27 January 2011
Behind Closed Doors Conference
Time : 10-4pmLocation : Bournemouth
Type of Event : National Conference in Dorset
FOCUSSING ON THE NATURE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND ABUSE
What do we know about the behaviour of perpetrators of Domestic Violence?
· Women Perpetrators
· LGBT Perpetrators
· Male Perpetrators
Are both violent? Does one party defend themselves or engage in an argument and takes blame for what follows?
This conference is looking in depth at these issues to inform safer risk assessments, care/safety planning and prosecutions.
Contact Details
Organisation : Family Matters
Contact Name : Roni Jones
Tel : 01202 557888
Email : family_matters_bournemouth@hotmail.com
Website : http://family-matters-bournemouth.org.uk
09 February 2011
Diversity Forum
Time : 6.30pm till 8.30pmLocation : Carrington House Hotel
Type of Event : Voulntary Sector/Community Forum
BP3 Diversity Forum: Theme to be announced
Contact Details
Organisation : Dorset Race Equality Council
Contact Name : Frances Cornelius
Tel : 01202 553003
Email : enquiries@dorsetrec.org.uk
Website : http://www.dorsetrec.org.uk
