Take a read of the most recent projects & events happening at The Social Action Hub and what's in store for this June - there's something for everyone!
Contents
What's been happening?
What's coming up?
Ongoing Services
Donations
Thanks to our donors, funders & supporters, we have received some amazing donations this May, that contribute to a range of different services at The Social Action Hub!
Thank you to:
Polly Teach, John Williams, Rainworth Tesco, Darcey-Scott Spencer, West Notts College, Miner2Major, Rob Graham & Walking Football Club
All of your amazing contributions are greatly appreciated!
Walk & Talk
What a wonderful walk & talk we had this May! Members of the community came together for a stroll up and around Strawberry Hill Heath Nature Reserve in Rainworth. We had great conversations about the history of Strawberry Hill - kindly told to us by John Durkin, and we all made a new friend along the way!
We finished the 14,000 steps with a delicious Greggs! Thanks to everyone who came. Our next Walk & Talk will be on 17th August click here to find out more
May Carboot Sale & Raffle
The sun came out for our May Carboot Sale! Although we know many of you were on holiday, we still had a fantastic day and can't wait to do it all again with you in June. Since our first Carboot Sale in January, we've made a few changes! Tea's & Coffees are FREE and we now have 3 raffles at every Carboot Sale - Toys & Games, Beauty and Sweets & Chocolates! Raffle tickets are just £1.
Take a look at last month's raffles:
We had some brilliant bargains and lovely items from our stall holders... only more to come this month! Are you coming to our next Carboot sale on 1st June? Let us know! I am coming
May Youth Club Sessions
Under 12's Youth Club
We've had a great month at under 12's youth club! Lots of fantastic activities have been taking place, covering the themes: May the Force, Rainworth Bake off, Team Building, Anti-Bullying, Rags to Riches (upcycling) and Fun with Food.
For a more in-depth session-by-session breakdown, please click here
Does this look like something you child would love? Book below
Over 12's Youth Club
As many of you know, our over 12's youth club sessions are more laid back and youth-led. We encourage the young people of our community to let us know what they would like our BYO Youth Club to run like, which most of the time is a safe, entertaining, relaxed environment where they can thrive. We have conversations and informative discussions about dugs & alcohol, sexual health, the environment, healthy eating mental health & wellbeing and careers/further education.
For a more in-depth session-by-session breakdown, please click here
Sherwood Voices Project
The Sherwood Voices Project is complete & ready for your ears! Have a listen of the stories from people living or previously lived in Rainworth while having a walk around, learning about the history behind some of our well-known village landmarks 📍
You can find the Audio in a variety of forms:
Sherwood Voices is a walking project based on stories from the towns and villages of the Sherwood Forest area. Influenced by the local Victorian naturalist Joseph Whitaker, Jenny has decided to investigate the local habitat. Meeting people along the way, who share stories from the past and the present, she is able to piece together a new understanding of the place she calls home. This walk is around 2 miles and should take around 1.5 hours to complete. It starts and ends near the Rufford Colliery memorial on Kirklington Road. You can download the route instructions and map below and print it out to take with you on the walk, although the instructions on the audio are very clear and – as long as you start in the right place – you shouldn’t get lost. (If the map is currently visible on your device you can zoom in and out using the – and + keys above it).
We’d love to hear your experience! Well done to everyone involved in the creation of this project 💛
Get Into Gardening
We've had 2 weeks so far getting into gardening with Emma from ATTFE (break on 22nd May & 29th May). Lot's more to come from this course, stay tuned for some pictures of the lovely work they'll be doing in The Social Action Hub garden over the next month.
Father's Day Raffle
Don't miss out on having the chance to win one of our amazing father's day hampers this year! The prizes are better than ever before, with a chance to win x2 Free Stags Tickets!
Tickets are only £1 - all funds raised go towards emergency food parcels.
West Notts College Visit to Over 12's Youth Club
On 21st May 2024, Lewis from West Notts College joined us at Over 12's to give some advice and guidance to young people who are unsure of their next steps after secondary school.
Lewis has offered to arrange a site visit to West Notts College for a group of students who are interested in coming up to West Notts and wanted to see the facilities on offer, or even for the ones who are slightly unsure on where to go after school! A tour might give them that excitement to start making decisions for their future.
Stay tuned for more information on the site visit!
Revive - Best Bargains & Cheap as Chips
Here are this month's best bargains and items that are as cheap as chips from our online shop - Revive
Take a look at some of our featured products...
June Carboot Sale
Join us for another wonderful Carboot sale on 1st June 2024!
Come for a browse or have your own stall for just £5. We can offer spare tables on a first come, first serve basis (as well as indoor spaces).
Entry fee is £1 per adult
Free Bouncy Castle
Free Goodie Bags
Raffles (beauty, toys & games and sweets & chocolates)
Free teas & coffees
Are you coming? Let us know! I am coming
Lurcher Pub Fundraiser
On Thursday 6th June 2024 we are holding a games night fundraiser at The Lurcher Pub in Rainworth.
Come and join in on a quiz, bingo & sticky 13's - all raising funds for a great cause!
Games start at 7:30pm
Don't worry if you miss this one, we have some more games nights booked in for:
4th July 2024
1st August 2024
We hope to see you there!
VIY Project
VIY (Volunteer it yourself) are coming to The Social Action Hub between 3rd June - 14th June to help us build a new Forest School Area.
This project involves young people between the ages of 16-24yrs to learn from professional tradespeople and earn City & Guilds Accreditations.
Forest School has been a part of our children & young people's provision for 2 years, so having our own area will help to improve our provision and allow more activities to take place.
Stay posted for pictures of this brilliant project in our next!
Summer Litter Pick 2024
This year we are running a summer litter pick in support of Renfest.
Renfest is on 13th July, so on 14th July we will be meeting at 10am and heading out to clean the streets after a brilliant festival.
All equipment provided! Everyone welcome
More information will be posted about Renfest and it's activities/stalls at a later date - be sure to visit us!
Meet at The Social Action Hub, Kirklington Road, Rainworth, NG21 0JR
Are you coming? Let us know! I am coming
Recruiting for Playscheme Volunteers
Do you have any free-time during the summer holidays (29th July - 23rd August) and would like to gain some experience in youth work?
We are recruiting for volunteers to take part in our school holiday club - Playscheme!
There are so many benefits:
Goodie bag
Gift card
Help with your CV
Skills & experience
Potential apprenticeship in youth work
If you're interested, we're holding a meeting on 28th June 2024 at 4pm for recruitment!
Walk, Talk & Listen - Sherwood Voices Special
We're back with another walk & talk... with a twist!
This time we're going to complete the walk from the Sherwood Voices Project and listen to the audio that tells the stories of those involved while walking.
This event will be held on 17th August 2024 at 10am.
To find out more about The Sherwood Voices Project, please click here
Please book below as places are limited!
Pet First Aid Course
Don't miss out on our first Pet First Aid Course with Dunromin on The Hill Therapy Dogs!
Learn how to give emergency first aid to your pets in this accredited course for a minimum donation of £5 (please pay cash as this will be put in a donation bucket for Dunromin on The Hill) - receive a free basic first aid kit!
Monday 17th June 4pm-8pm
(SPACES LEFT) &
Saturday 22nd June 10am-2pm
(FULLY BOOKED)
The spaces are booking up quick, there are still spaces left! Book below:
Work Experience for Yr10 Students
This year we are offering work experience placements to yr10 students from 1st July - 5th July as a part of our Treehouse Project.
This experience offers a range of skills through a variety of our services such as: The Social Supermarket, The Chatty Cafe, Under 12's Youth Club, Over 12's Youth Club, Revive online shop.
Our goal by 5th July is to open the eyes of students to the world of community work and helping others, helping to change young people's assumptions about 'charity work' and give them a range of skills to leave with. We are hoping to enroll some of these young people as volunteers, which could support them into apprenticeships or further work and helping them have a taster for something different.
We will be sharing this group's views and experience in July, so keep an eye out!
June & July Youth Club Timetable
We've had so much fun at youth club this May, and there's still much more to come in June & July! Sessions are for ages 5-12 and are FREE! All children have access to our Youth Community Fridge which provides young people with free food and snacks.
Blidworth Youth Club - Mondays 4:30pm-6:30pm at Blidworth Oaks Primary School
Session Dates: 3rd June, 10th June, 17th June, 24th June, 1st July, 8th July, 15th July, 22nd July
Rainworth Youth Club - Wednesdays 4:30pm-6:30pm at The Social Action Hub
Session Date: 5th June, 12th June, 19th June, 26th June, 3rd July, 10th July, 17th July, 24th July
To see our most recent timetables and sessions, please click here to see our Facebook Posts.
Book below:
July Carboot Sale
Wohoo it'll be our 4th Carboot Sale this year in July, what a great experience it has been!
£1 Entry fee... but we have lots on offer for free, including: goodie bags for kids, a bouncy castle and free teas & coffees.
Make sure you hold onto your pre-loved items if you missed the last sale in June.
£5 per stall, please email info@socialactionhub.com for a stall
Did you know, if you are returning stall holder you get a 50% discount on all future bookings? What a deal! Only £2.50 per stall
Raffles are available! Get a chance to win either: Beauty, Chocolates & Sweets or Toys & Games hampers for just £1 a ticket!
IPS Employment Specialists - Drop-in Sessions
Are you looking for work but worried about your physical or mental health issues?
IPS Employment Specialists can help you!
Pop in for a drop-in session with Liz, she will be at The Social Action Hub once every 2 weeks every Thursday! Upcoming dates are: 13th June, 27th June, 11th July & 25th July
The Chatty Cafe
Every Thursday during term time, the community gather for a free cuppa and a chat at The Chatty Cafe from 10am-12pm.
The Chatty Cafe aims to reduce loneliness and food waste.
Everyone is welcome!
"A simple conversation can make someone go from feeling invisible to visible"
Once a month at the end of the month, we have a visit from Dunromin on The Hill Therapy Dogs. These special pups are registered pet blood donors and therapy dogs! Paddy and Gunnie will be visiting The Chatty Cafe again on 27th June 2024
The Social Supermarket
The Social Supermarket is a donation-based low cost food club open to everyone (no eligibility requirements), that tackles food poverty & prevents food waste.
It is £1 to become a member and you can chose between a £4.50 or a £6 basket.
New items in every week! Including: Pet Bank, Baby Bank & Revive items
A £6 shop is equivalent to £45 in Aldi (price matched Jan 2023), and provides food from a range of supermarkets such as M&S, Tesco, CO-OP, Asda, Aldi, Lidl, Sainsburrys, Nando's, KFC, and more!
How do I join?
Just come to The Social Supermarket and fill out a membership form, then you can shop and choose the items you would like!
Opening Hours: Monday 10am-2pm, Wednesday 12pm-3pm & 4pm-7pm, Thursday 10am-2pm
To see what's in store, and for general information/updates, join our Facebook Group
Youth Community Fridge
The Youth Community Fridge is a free service for young people accessing our Over 12's or Under 12's Youth Club that provides food & snacks, which can be accessed at any time during their youth club session.
The YCF provides food from a range of supermarkets such as M&S, Tesco, CO-OP, Asda, Aldi, Lidl, Sainsburrys, Nando's, KFC, and more!
Food includes sandwiches, pasta pots, wraps, ingredients for cooking, fresh fruit & vegetables and tasty pastries & treats.
The Youth Community Fridge co-insides with cooking activities within youth club sessions
Under 12's Youth Club & Playscheme
Youth Club
Youth Club sessions run every Monday & Wednesday during term time, providing children from ages 5-12 with FREE fun & educational themed sessions including different games, arts & crafts and activities every session.
Blidworth Youth Club: Mondays 4:30pm-6:30pm at Blidworth Oaks Primary School, FREE
Rainworth Youth Club: Wednesdays 4:30pm-4:30pm at The Social Action Hub, FREE
Playscheme
Youth-club-style sessions that run from 10am-3pm throughout the school holidays!
£13 All day with lunch provided
£10 All day with packed lunch
£5 Half a day
Free & discounted places for children in receipt of benefit related free school meals (or an EHCP) can be offered where funding is available
To see all upcoming timetables, pictures of previous Youth Club & Playscheme sessions, and general information & updates please click here and follow our Facebook page.
Forest School
On Thursdays during the school holidays, we offer an alternative option to go to Forest School.
What is Forest School?
Forest School is a child-centred inspirational learning process, that offers opportunities for holistic growth. It is a program that supports play, exploration and supported risk taking. It develops confidence and self-esteem through learner inspired, hands-on experiences in a natural setting.
Would you like to take a look at upcoming/previous sessions? Click here to find out more.
Over 12's Youth Club
Over 12's Youth Club offers a fun, welcoming and safe environment for young people to have the choice of socialising with friend & playing games, relaxing, accessing 1-2-1 support, and/or participating in youth board projects for the community.
Lots of provision available such as football, movies, discos, cooking sessions, trips, pool, and more!
We have an open door policy, come and go as you please!
C-CARD
C-CARD registration, sexual health and relationship advice available during over 12's sessions. C-CARD Pick ups at any time.
To see what our over 12's have been up to, or for any more information/updates please click here and follow our Facebook Page.
DIY Party Packages
Did you know we hire our building & bouncy castle for parties?
We are offering silver or gold packages with additional 'extras' as a part of a DIY party. Please see poster below for a breakdown of what is included in each package.
£50 Refundable breakage deposit required.
Please note: Bouncy Castle is weather dependable and will not operate in wet weather.
Room Hire
We offer room hire for the whole building or just a room (well-being room, pictures are below) for multi-use purposes. Hires can be throughout the week or at the weekend - if the hire falls on a week day, then this would have to work around our current projects & services and would have staff present in the building during these times (however would not interfere with the hire)
Room Hire Rates: £15 per hour / £10 per hour for charity & good causes
£5 extra for kitchen use
If you are looking to hire, please email info@socialactionhub.com or call 01623 490498 to see availability.
Animal Food Bin
To make our food go even further, we put all of the food no longer fit for human consumption in our 'animal food bins'.
The bins are clearly labelled with their contents 'Bread & Pastries' and 'Fruit & Vegetables'.
Anyone is free to collect food from the animal food bins at the collection times:
Monday - Friday 9am-4pm
The bins are located outside of The Social Supermarket in front of the grey gates.
Counselling Support
We have FREE counselling sessions available on Thursday evenings & Saturday days for a 50 minute slot.
Our counsellor Paul Ainger can support you through up to 12 weeks of sessions. If you'd like to know more about what Paul specialises in, please click here.
Please note: our waitlist is now 4-6 weeks
If you'd like to make a referral, here's the referral form.
Volunteering
We have a range of volunteering opportunities available to suit everyone's needs and availability. Roles can be in support of D of E, Work experience, or general volunteering. You could volunteer in areas such as:
The Chatty Cafe
The Social Supermarket - store assistant
The Social Supermarket - food collector
Youth Club & Playscheme
Community Events (litter picks, carboot sales, fundraising events)
Admin Support
To find out more about the requirements and responsibilities for each role, please contact info@socialactionhub.com or call 01623 490498 to have a discussion.
We are flexible, and will be able to find something that suits you!
Thank you for reading!
During the months between our newsletters, we will post shorter blogs like this so we can share all of the great things our community has been up to recently.
Our next newsletter will be the 'Summer Newsletter' which will be posted at the end of June :)
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