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For the residents of Filwood, and parts of Knowle and Windmill Hill

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This year is going to be a busy one for residents of Knowle West. With consultants employed to work with residents to draw up a plan for the redevelopment of the area, you have the opportunity to shape what the area will look like in the future. If you don’t get involved then other people will influence the plans that will be drawn up, not you. So get involved.

These plans might lead to new houses being built, better parks and green spaces, new facilities such as a community centre or shops, and places for people to work. Community in Partnership are working with residents to help them to better understand the

planning process so that they are able to work closely with the consultants who will be drawing up the plans.

If you want to find out more or get involved with the Community in Partnership Planning Group, give us a call on 0117 908 4248 or pop into our office at 37 Filwood Broadway.

MEETINGS THIS SPRING•CIP, 6-8pm: March 2nd The Park• Health 12-2pm (inc lunch) at Healthy Living Centre, The Health Park: March 11th• Planning: March 11th 2-4pm •Liveability 10-12noon at FCC: March 27th

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We welcome residents to write articles, letters and/or take pictures for the newsletter. There is also a steering group that makes the editorial decisions. For more info contact 353 2895 or makala@kwmc.org.uk Next Issue: Copy Deadline April 8th noon. Delivery from 11th May

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HaVe YOUR SaY FOR THe FUTURe! COVeR STORY KURT JAMES, CIP

Young people aged 5-19 who live in the area (Filwood, Hengrove, Knowle and Windmill Hill) are invited to show off their talents at the Superstar Talent Show, 6-7.30 pm, Thursday 12th March, at the Park Opportunity Centre, Daventry Road, Knowle.

The Superstar Talent Show, which is being organised by the South Together Extended Schools Partnership, Knowle West’s Community in Partnership and Bristol City Council, is being held to give young people the chance to show an audience what special talents they have. Organiser Tracy Bedford said, “Whether it is dancing, singing, reading poetry, public speaking, spinning on your head, juggling, playing an instrument or any other talent for that matter...this show is for you.”

To compete or get a seat in the audience, see the posters/leaflets in local schools/community centres, or call Andrea: 07967 808 447

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RESIDENT RECEIvES OBE

COVeR STORYLocal resident, Rose Manning received an OBE this December for voluntary service to Knowle West for more than 30 years. Rose said: “Myself and my family had a wonderful day. The investiture was held at Windsor Castle and the staff went out of their way to ensure it was a day to remember.”

BOGUS TAX REFUNDSHM Revenue & Customs has warned taxpayers not to respond to emails or telephone calls saying they are eligible for a tax refund and asking for personal, bank and card details. HMRC only communicates by post RE tax refund. Phishing emails forward unopened to phishing@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk. Ffi: www.hmrc.gov.uk/security /fraud-attempts.htm.

IS YOUR CAMPAIGN WORTHY OF AN AWARD?Bristol has many active voluntary and community (VCS) groups campaigning on a whole range of issues.voscur is pleased to present the second vCS ‘campaign award’. To find out more about this award or to make a nomination visit www.voscur.org or call Matthew Symonds tel: 0117 909 9949

VISITINg THe PaSTREBEKKA JARvIS

Recently, Reminiscence project participants went to St Fagans National History Museum in Wales, an open air folk museum where buildings have been re-erected to portray what life was like over a period of time. Everyone enjoyed looking at the schoolhouse, old cottages, old sweetshops and had a great time remembering what life was like when they grew up. If you would like to find out more about getting together to discuss the past and record memories in a book, tel: KW Health Association 0117 963 9569.

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SUPeRSTaR TaLeNT SHOW COVeR STORYKURT JAMES, CIP

In the past, Knowle West has earned awards, national recognition and even the attention of the Prime Minister for its innovative Street Reps, who work tirelessly to keep the streets of the area clean and tidy.

They take responsibility for a street and keep their eyes open for mess (such as a dumped sofa), list the things that need to be sorted out, and use a free phone number to report them.

Being a Street Rep is not about being a busy body or fighting crime. It is simply about saying I want to help make my area clean and tidy, and make sure that the agencies responsible for sorting out problems do the jobs that they are paid to do and do them well. We need more residents to be Street Reps. So if you want to help, get in touch with Community in Partnership on 0117 908 4248 or pop into our office at 37 Filwood Broadway.

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The consultants for the area’s Regeneration Framework are Urban Initiatives, who have an excellent track record of working with local communities to secure improvements to neighbourhoods. The Regeneration Framework is expected to guide major investment in the area, providing greater housing choice, new jobs and local facilities, and improved accessibility; and it is important that local people get to contribute towards the development of this plan

When work starts this year,local residents will be invited to be involved in shaping these exciting plans. Urban Initiatives will be available in the Filwood Broadway area to talk with local residents. Do please get involved when the time comes.

NeWS FROm FaTAlso FAT Architects are now making progress with designs for the Kingswear,Torpoint and Marksbury Road College sites following a successful consultation event in February. There will be further events in the spring, contact FAT for details. tel: 0207 251 6735 email: info@fat.co.uk

SPRINg gaRDeNINg LESLEY BELGIUM, RESIDENT

This is it folks, that time of year when your garden goes crazy - the soil warms up, the lawn grows with a vengeance and so do the weeds!March is the beginning of the main growing season, most flowers and vegetables can be sown now and into April/May. Don’t panic if you are not ready to plant yet, gardening is not a precise science because a lot of it depends on the weather.If you have a greenhouse, give it a good clean (if you haven’t already) and all the pots and seeds for re-use, this stops the spread of some pests and diseases. Once this is done, start sowing your seeds. Don’t forget, tougher crops can be started off in cold frames or sown directly into your plot.Read your seed packets carefully - the blurb contains everything you need to know to grow a successful crop. First-time grower? Begin with foolproof crops like lettuce, tomato and radish.Happy sowing!

CaRBON maKeOVeR ON: ENERGY, MEDICINE & INFLUENCING EUROPE MISTY TUNKS, KNOWLE WEST MEDIA CENTRE

You may have thought that Knowle West’s Carbon Makeover was coming to an end in December last year. Well, so did we! Carbon Makeover has now been given the go-ahead to continue until the end of March, and possibly beyond. We would like to say a big thank you and well done to all of our homes for being part of it. Let the ‘greening’ of Knowle West continue!

Our focus for the winter has been getting Efergy meters to as many homes as possible. This nifty little gadget plugs into your electricity cable and allows you to monitor how much you are spending on electricity at any given moment. Attention all energy geeks, soon you’ll be able to compare your electricity usage with other people from across the world. Contact Misty to find out how.

2009 will also see the official launch of the very exciting Green Medicine project – 1 of 4 Carbon Makeover campaigns. Akilah is selling plants that can be used to treat minor health problems such as coughs and colds etc. She is offering Carbon Makeover homes a special deal of buy-one-plant-get-one-free. Contact Akilah on 07980 530715 or www.green-medicine.org.uk

And lastly, some exciting news! Carbon Makeover has been asked to represent the UK at a European Commission conference in Brussels called ‘Social Fairness in Sustainable Development – A Green and Social Europe’. We will be 1 of 10 projects from around the world presenting. This is Knowle West’s chance to influence European policy on climate change. We are very proud to have been invited. Tel: 0117 353 4604 email: misty@kwmc.org.uk

gReeN SCeNe: meaSURINg ImPaCTS GLEN vOWLES, RESIDENTIdeas to save money, live more healthily and go green!

• Find out if you consume resources and produce pollutants at a rate of more than one planet here, http://footprint.wwf.org.uk/• Monitor gas, electricity, petrol and diesel use and you are measuring your environmental impacts – cut energy and fuel use wherever possible, save money and cut pollution.• Monitor amount of meat eaten and you are measuring your environmental impacts – lower meat consumption and you’ll save money and cut environmental damage!• Download the Earth Aware software free from http://www.donlotter.net/ea_dnload.html

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BIB Group (Breast is Best) A group run by local women offering support and information about breastfeeding and related topics. Come along to chat with other mums. Wednesdays 9.30-11.30am in the Activity Room at Knowle West Health Park. COCO Clinic (Care of Childhood Obesity Clinic)For children who are overweight, a basic health check, advice on diet, personal fitness sessions and referral into other local activities and services. Run by Bristol Children’s Hospital and the University of Bristol, at the Knowle West Health Park. Children must be referred into the clinic by their GPs. Get the Balance the RightWant to lose weight, eat well and have more energy? Come along to our Weight Management Group, and learn how to lose pounds, measure your progress, find out what you are eating and how you can eat better. Fun, friendly and supportive group at Knowle West Health Park. For more information tel: 0117 377 2255Lunch ClubA social group for older people including a healthy lunch and activity. £4.00 includes meal and activity. Every Wednesday 12-2.30pm in the café. Mend A free, healthy lifestyle programme that helps 7-13year olds who are above their ideal weight, and their parents/ families, to become fitter, healthier and happier. Run by Bristol City Council Sports Services at Knowle West Health Park. Tel: 0117 922 3656 for more information. Walk in Café The Walk-in Café offers a range of affordable healthy food and drinks, to eat in or take away. Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-3:30pm. For more info tel: 0117 377 2576 ask for Lucy Hurn.

FOOD HeaLTH vIKKI MORRIS, THE KNOWLE WEST HEALTH PARK

New free courses, from Basic Healthy Eating, cooking for a family, to an after school cookery club, 1:1 sessions, cooking for people with dietary or health needs. Tel: 9639569 email: kitchen@knowlewesthealthassoc.org.uk

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For family / carers affected by someone’s substance misuse:1.DON’T PANIC.Take time to calm down and think.2.COMMUNICATE. Find out what is going on, write down questions you might have for your loved one. 3.KEEP IT IN THE “I”. Don’t let any accusations or blame get the better of you .4.BLAME. It’s hard but try not to blame yourself or others, focus more on solutions.5.KNOWLEDGE. Often we rely on rumours and myths, find out where you can get the information you need.6.INFORMAL SUPPORT. It helps to talk to someone you trust who will listen, not judge. 7.SUPPORT GROUPS. Meeting others sharing similar experiences in a confidential and non-judgemental environment.8.PROFESSIONAL HELP. Approaching services can be scary but the benefits outweigh the disadvantages. 9.IF IN DOUBT - Always seek help and advice.10.THE BIGGER PICTURE. Focusing on one person can be draining . KWADS can help. Tel: Darren / Regina 01179-533870 for a confidential, sensitive service / info@kwads.org.uk (If you are in any danger consider contacting the police / domestic violence unit.)

LOCaL FILm-maKeR WINS aWaRDGOSKA ONG, DIGITAL FISH

A Knowle West filmmaker is celebrating after his short film ‘Light and Dark’ won Current Tv’s Best Documentary Film Award at the London Short Film Festival. Animator and Artist Michael Smith from Knowle West and Bristol based filmmaker Tom Stubbs from BiggerHouse Film & video, went up to London to watch their film being screened at the 6th London Short Film Festival this January, where they were presented with the award.For more info go to: www.kwmc.org.uk

Michael’s art is also on show at the Health Park Café as part of stART-up, a scheme allowing South Bristol artists to exhibit work in local venues. Small bursary’s are available to help artists with this. tel: Tana Holmes, Neighbourhood Arts Officer 07500 120336Also 3 films made by local film club ‘Digital Fish” at KWMC have been selected for national film festivals and are up for awards.

To get involved with Digital Fish tel: 0117 903 0444 email: sandra@kwmc.org.uk

PaCT aND CSTgDaTeS FOR PaCT 2009.

•TUeS 7TH aPRIL1Pm – 2.30PmVeNUe: THe HeaLTH PaRK

•TUeS 2ND JUNe6.30 – 8PmVeNUe:–gReeNFIeLDS SCHOOL, NOVeRS LaNe

•TUeS 4TH aUgUST1Pm – 2.30Pm VeNUe: THe HeaLTH PaRK

•TUeS 6TH OCTVeNUe: TBC (PROVISIONaLLY CHRIST THe KINg SCHOOL, HaRTCLIFFe RD).

•TUeS 1ST DeC1Pm – 2.30Pm VeNUe: THe HeaLTH PaRK

There will be a PACT “roadshow”, highlighting the success of the PACT initiative, on the 18th March, 7 – 9pm at South Bristol Sports Centre, West Town Lane.

All are welcome to attend, meet their neighbourhood team, and learn more about the PACT process.

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POLICe NeWSWHAT DOES PACT DO FOR ME?

People say “What’s the point of a meeting, nothing gets done? People want action, not words” – am I right?

If you’re one of those people, let me lay down a challenge. Come to the next PACT meeting in your area, and tell us what your problems are. Decide for yourselves whether we then tackle the problems, or simply talk about them.

A couple of residents of Ilminster Avenue took the challenge, came to the PACT meeting on the 2nd December and told us that they were fed up with anti-social behaviour and drug dealing in their street. The meeting agreed that this was a priority, so the neighbourhood team quickly wrote to every resident in the affected area, asking them what the problems were, when they were occurring and who was causing them. It might surprise you to know that a number of residents replied to this, and they gave us enough information to enable us to get two drugs warrants for addresses in that street.

Our drugs team, neighbourhood team and officers from Bristol City Council Housing executed the warrants, both of which were successful in showing evidence of drug use / supply. The councils’ anti-social behaviour team then followed up this action by taking the occupants of 95 Ilminster Avenue to court, for a “crack house” closure (this can be done for any sort of drugs, not just “crack”). The court agreed, the occupants were evicted and the house was boarded up.

All of that meant nothing if we didn’t tell people what had happened, and so we made sure another letter was given to every address informing them of what had happened, and also asking them if the problem had stopped. Hopefully, these actions have helped to make the lives of people in that street just a little bit easier – if it hasn’t, please let us know!

So once again I ask - if you are thinking “what does PACT do for me?” - come to the next meeting and put us to the test.

All meetings coming up are listed to the right.

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Please consider signing these two e-petitions on local issues:•To stop The Friendship pub being turned into a Tesco Express: http://epetitions.bristol.gov.uk/petition.php?id=231•To save Newquay Road playing fields from being built over,http://epetitions.bristol.gov.uk/petition.php?id=224

For internet access and help with how to sign electronic petitions contact Makala at Knowle West Media Centre. Tel: 0117 353 2895. You can also request workshops for groups.

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WHaT HaPPeNeD aT CHRISTmaS? COVeR STORY

The Christmas Craft Fair and Carol Concert in Filwood Social Club and on the Green outside, was described as magical. It was a great afternoon and evening with free food, mulled wine, Christmas stalls, stunning dance, and 200 people singing carols round a beautiful 10-foot Christmas tree while huge lanterns were lit and floated across the Broadway.The afternoon was organised in association with local schools, with beautiful crafts from Oasis Academy, and The Community Kitchen also provided excellent food.Many thanks to South Together and Andrea Rea for funding and helping organize the event, Neighbourhood Management, Rework, Joshua Trust, Tana Holmes, Tracy Bedford, Jane Grinonneau, Julie & Pete Ackerman, and all who came along.

The Park Centre held its annual Pensioner’s Christmas party with great success. 100 local pensioners were treated to entertainment, music and great food, provided by staff, students and local groups. Jean Maloney said: “I thought it was brilliant. The food selection was excellent”. Pat Milkins said: “I had a great day, it was so well organised by the young people”. Thanks to everyone involved. Tel: 0117 903 9770

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KW CHILDReN’S CeNTRe

The Children’s Centre was visited by Ofsted inspectors on 25th November 2008, and judged to be Outstanding.

The Inspectors said that the children learn and play together really well and make outstanding progress in all areas of learning. They said that the parents are delighted with the centre and value in particular the way all staff support their children.

The Inspectors also said that the children’s centre never stands still in its determination to maximise children’s learning.

We are continuing to develop our outside space and we will be installing new climbing frames this Spring.

Knowle West Children’s Centre provides Day Care for children aged from 3 months - 4 years.We have a new Early Years 1 room providing 6 paying places for babies aged 3 months - 2 years. Early Years 2, children aged 2-3 years, has 36 places including 8 paying places.Early Years 3 provides statutory nursery provision for 3-4 year olds as well as wrap-around care for up to 16 children.We are now open for sessional and wrap-around care from 8am-6pm, Monday to Friday.To find out more information on available places and prices or to arrange a visit then call us on 0117 9030214

Footprint’s Children’s Centre is part of Bristol City Council’s first phase of the Children’s Centres in the city. We are open 8am - 6pm weekdays, 50 weeks of the year. Max 60 children capacity at any one time. Children can access Daycare places by referral, by paying fees, and children aged 3 or over can access nursery education funding.Tel: 0117 903 9781 / 377 3610www.footprintschildrenscentre.com

FOOTPRINTS CHILDReN’S CeNTRe: OFSTeD VISIT

In December 2008, Ofsted also visited Footprints for a new type of inspection to see how well services are working together to support children and families.

The inspectors said ‘children and babies make particularly good progress in their personal, social and language skills in all groups’.

They also considered our ‘PEEP’ sessions as highly effective in promoting exploration and children’s listening skills as well as parents understanding of communication.

Many other services were praised for the positive impact on children,with targets set around improving data collection and further developing our links with health.

I would like to personally thank all the agencies we work with, the parents, children and staff team for their contribution towards this positive report.

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LOOKInG FOR SPACE TO HOLD A MEETInG ?... LOOK nO FURTHER THAn KWMC KWMC has a range of meeting rooms and facilities for hire at special community rates. Rooms include x2 8-seat training rooms, 2 meeting rooms, a large studio space and 2 edit suites.

Please contact Katie Taylor, 0117 903 0444, for special rates and bookings.

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!• Lloyds Pharmacy, Knowle – 0117 97 17445

• Silverman Chemist, Knowle – 0117 97 76743 • Tesco In-store Pharmacy, Brislington – 0117 99 17447 • Lloyds Pharmacy, Bedminster – 0117 96 61230

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Join the Ecodetectives at Knowle West Media Centre for more or less? – an ecodigital art conference, a gathering and eco-celebration – on Saturday March 7th, and it’s free for young people (14 to 25yrs) and £15 for older people.

There’s something for everyone with; live debate, digital media, performance art, recycled textile bag making, free cycle maintenance with Dr Bike, Eco poetry, graffiti art zone, live music and much more!

The live debate will explore how maybe we could live with less and maybe be more happy. For final programme details visit our new website www.ecodetectives.org.uk

Contact us : if you are planning to come / if you would like more information. Call George or Jim: 0117 903 0444 or email:george.rose@kwmc.org.uk jim@kwmc.org.uk

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The credit crunch is affecting us all and most people have struggled over

Christmas. Banks have reduced lending to people and other banks, which has

caused much confusion in the financial world.

The crisis started in America in 2007 when banks lent out invested money to

other banks and as the world’s finances are so closely linked it has affected

banks throughout the western world.

People had put their trust in the banks to keep their money safe but the banks

have lent that money out, so governments have been asked

to step in and help. In the meantime banks are struggling

and unable to lend out money causing

‘the credit crunch’.

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cinema called “cinema de lux”

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Thanks to The Newsletter Steering Group: Ann Smith, Ken Jones,Denise Britt, Mil Lusk, The Resident Production team: Michael Smith - Artist/Cartoonist, Debra Johnson - Debbie’s Dates, Lesley Belgium - Gardening Collumn. Neighbourhood Management: Anita Pearce & Kurt James. Knowle West Media Centre who facilitate the production: Makala Cheung - Editor (makala@kwmc.org.uk), Design by KWMC Design. All articles express the views of individual contributors and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the NM Steering Group or KWMC

WEEKLY

nEW WOMEn`S GROUP Wednesdays1-3pm Tel Jenny Wilkes: 903 9785 SCOOT Free drugs and alcohol Workshop for the youth Wednesdays 5-6pm at the Mede. Tel Emma Hollingshead: 904 2202

The Mede’s brand new interactive website. www.themedecommunitycentre.co.uk for ‘what`s on’ and up to date events, activities, services, courses and facilities.

YWCA BRISTOL YOUnG WOMEn’S CEnTRE is a registered charity working with young women, aged 13-30.

We offer: General one to one counselling , Counselling for young mums and pregnant young women with free crèche, Weekly Drop In Participation Group, ‘Be Involved’ young mums groups.

tel: Amy 0117 966 48 56

AGE COnCERn & FILWOOD HOPE

Age Concern sessions at Filwood Hope are proving to be a great help to many older people. Every WEDNESDAY they run a Drop-In session from 9.30 til 11.30 plus Home visits in the afternoon. Call Filwood Hope – 0117 9634566 for details or to book Home visits.

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Starting in February: IT; Knitting; Numeracy; Basic gardening; Business Start-up courses and coming soon arts and crafts.

For more info contact: Jenny Young 07527 931752 or Sue Willingham 07909 923209 email: susan.willingham@cityofbristol.ac.uk

Over 200 people descended upon KWMC when First Group took away a major part of our bus route. Well now we have the chance as a community to stand up and say ‘Ha- we are going to find our own way to travel!’ ‘Instead of

high fares, long waits, and traffic jams, we choose another way to travel - we choose our future!’

Families with children and people aged 50 plus in Knowle West, Hartcliffe and Withywood are invited to be part of this free local project exploring how we travel and what the alternatives are. It’s your chance to have your say and help shape how the project works and what the rewards will be….

First meet-up in March. No skills or experience needed just a voice that wants to be heard!

Contact Misty: 353 4604/ misty@kwmc.org.uk if you circled any of the above.

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