Category: Community

National Association of Local Councils Newsletter

Coronavirus — information for parish & town councils   NALC has updated its coronavirus information. This includes an update on the latest government announcement. See the update below:

The prime minister announced on 31 October 2020 that new national restrictions will come into force in England from 5 November. Guidance has been produced from the government and we will communicate any further guidance or changes to legislation through these mailing and on our dedicated webpage.   This information forms part of a NALC’s dedicated webpage on the coronavirus. It should not be used as a substitute for government advice, however, there are some practicalities specific to local (parish and town) councils where we hope this information will help you plan ahead and manage your risks. If you would like further advice and support on any of these topics for your local council then please contact your local county association. This is a fast-moving situation and we will be updating the webpage regularly.   Find out more  
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New Computer Gadget? New to IT?

Gifted a gadget this Christmas? Free and friendly help is available

If you have been gifted a computer or gadget over Christmas and don’t know how to switch it on or make the most of it then help is at hand.

There are over 75 Digital Champions volunteering in Dorset libraries to help people with computers, tablets, phones and more. Most have gained experience from their professional careers.

Around 21% of people are not confident using the internet – that’s around 150,000 people across Dorset. And 70,000 of these have never been online. 

Not everybody has access or the desire to use computers but attending a session may spark an interest.  Many learners have bought a tablet or similar, because of the programme.

Carol and Allan Lander in Swanage, Dorset, were helped by Simon Parvin, Digital Champion based in Swanage. They attended as a couple at the library.

Carol said: “Simon was very patient and helped me where I was having difficulty. He explained things fully.  My friend recently bought a new smartphone, I told her to go and see Simon. We were both impressed with his patience. It was incredible. Before, I could get as far as putting the power plug in and now I no longer fear computers crashing in front of me.

Allan had some knowledge of computers. He wanted to know about PayPal specifically, an online payments system. It supports online money transfers and serves as an electronic alternative to cheques.”

Digital Champion Simon said: “So much in life now depends on using computers, I am pleased to be able to help people to get going, and to solve their many and varied problems. It is a vital service and good to see people gain experience and confidence with their computing skills.”

People without a device can learn free of charge on the library facilities. The sessions are held in a friendly environment and you go at your own pace.

Some Dorset residents say they feel excluded if they are offline and that learning with a Digital Champion boosts their confidence and helps them stay safe and independent.

Thanks to the Superfast Dorset team it is easy to find your nearest volunteer. Call Dorset’s Digital Champion helpline on 01305 221048 and we’ll answer any questions about the support available. All our help is free.

Digital Champion Team
Superfast Dorset
Dorset Council

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The Bryanston Club – Quizzes & Events

The Bryanston Club has a Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/thebryanstonclub: search @thebryanstonclub in Facebook or Messenger to find this page easily.

Upcoming Events

  • Baby/Kids Table Top Sale, Sun 17th Nov, 12-2pm.
  • Clive Smith with his Swinging 60’s and Elvis impression, Sat 23rd Nov, 7:30pm.
  • Rockwaves Band from Bournemouth, 60’s-2019s hits, Sat 7th Dec, 7:30pm.
  • Adonis Unzipped with comedy Drag Queen, Sat 21st Dec, 7:30pm.

Also:
In late January/early February, The Bryanston Club will host an open evening (date to be confirmed) to invite everyone to try out the sports and leisure activities we offer, and to see the facilities we have.

We are running Monthly Quiz Nights and NEW this Autumn BINGO evenings.

Did you know you can book our Skittles Alleys for private parties or why not hold your Wedding Reception with us.

Contact the Club for details 01258 454423
email – bryanstonclubenquiries@gmail.com
or find us on our new Facebook page – @thebryanstonclub

Stourpaine Playing Fields & Village Hall Association AGM

Annual General Meeting – Thu 27 September 2018 @ 19:30

Open to all Stourpaine residents; those over 18 may vote.

VENUE

Village Hall

AGENDA

  • Presentation of Annual Accounts, 2017-2018 (Treasurer)
  • Election of Committee (All)
    • Election of Officers (Trustees)
  • AOB – discussion only (All)

Nominations for Trustees & Committee members by 24 November 2018 to The Secretary:

Julie Dunk
36 Manor Road, DT11 8TQ
T: 07976 939 585
E: julie.dunk@iccm-uk.com

38th Stourpaine Village Show – Saturday 08 September 2018

Sponsored by the Stourpaine Gardening Club

The Village Show is combined with the Country Fair on Saturday 08 September 2018
– All Welcome!

The Village Show and Judging will start from 10:00 through to 14:00.
At 14:00, the Country Fair will open with viewing of the Village Show Awards for Classes 1 to 50 and 51 to 57 for Children:

  • Classes 1 to 50 – 1st, 2nd & 3rd places.
  • Classes 51 to 57 – each child entering will receive a small gift.

The Gardening Club Members’ King Edward Cup potato weighing is at 15:00.

Trophy Presentations at 16:00 followed by The Raffle.

Local people are encouraged to participate; see all the available entries: 38th Stourpaine Village Show Pamphlet – PDF Reader required.

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Stourpaine Gardening Club – Membership – Updated

Gardening Club

STOURPAINE GARDENING CLUB

MEMBERSHIP runs from 01 January until 31 December and is currently £7.50 per year.
This will increase to £10 for 2019. Membership closes 31 March each year with the exception of newcomers to the village.

Membership allows free admission to meetings, refreshments and bi-monthly newsletters.

There is a Cheese & Wine Evening, the club pays entry fees to a yearly Chosen Garden Visit in the Summer; this is usually instead of a meeting in the Hall.

We have a Christmas Social Evening with seasonal refreshments and entry into a free Members’ Christmas Raffle.

We currently have between 90-95 members from Stourpaine and the surrounding villages.