Communities First Bigyn 4 news (we 29th May 2011)

Office Move

Communities First Bigyn 4 offices have moved to 10 John Street, Llanelli, SA15 1UH. Please call in to see us, come along to any of our activities or call us on 01554 778601 or 07855952901. All of our community activities below have now moved to the Community of Christ Church, Trostre Road, Llanelli.

Over 50s

We are working in partnership with Age Concern and set up a weekly group for over 50’s. The Befriending Circles group meet every Tuesday between 1:30-3pm. A nostalgia afternoon has been organised for Tuesday the 7^th of June and were asking people to bring photos from their childhood and of the area to share with the group. Come along for a coffee, cake and company. It is open to the whole of Llanelli.

Debt and Benefit

If you would like advice, or have questions related to benefits, then come and meet Christine and Bryony every Tuesday between 10 – 12. The officers will be able to check that you are receiving the correct benefit and can advise you on other benefits you may be entitled to receive.

Llanelli Environmental Network (LEN)

The Llanelli Environmental Network (LEN) will be officially launching by holding a ‘Bigyn 4 Best Garden’ competition. Entries must be e-mailed to len@llanellitown.com or posted to 10 John Street, Llanelli, SA15 1UH and include your name, address and contact number by 29^th of June. The winner will be announced at the launch held on Wednesday the 6^th of July where agencies and organisation will be available to offer advice and guidance on environmental issues.  A bag full of environmental goodies will be available for the first 30 people through the door at the official launch.

Families Group

Are you a parent, grandparent or a carer looking after children? Come to a weekly parenting group run by Plant Dewi Families together group. The session is an opportunity for you to bring your children or to come alone to meet other parents and carers to discuss any issues, gain confidence and to make new friends. The session is free and everyone is welcome. If you are interested in attending, the weekly session is running every Monday between 9:15am – 12:15pm.

Dragon Play Bus

Do you have children between 0 – 10 years? Are you looking for somewhere to go? Come along to the Free Dragon Bus at Penyfan Park car park every Wednesday between 10am – 12pm and 1pm – 3pm. The bus has play activities for children, sand, painting, art and craft, home corner, toys, books, music and signing.  Have a cuppa and enjoy yourselves! All children must be with a parent/carer. Everyone welcome.

For more information on any of the above, please contact Sarah Williams on 01554 778601.