Events in and around Portishead

A talk organised by the Gordano Civic Society about the 90 year old Bristol fireboat The Pyronaut given by Clive Brain. Visitors welcome – cost £5 inc refreshments. Car parking immediately behind hall in Wyndham Way car park.

Free digital / tech advice. Connect with others over tea and cake. Meet at The Folk Hall, 95 High Street, Portishead 11am - 12.30pm Monthly meetings throughout 2024.

Meeting of the Town Council.

Residents are welcome to join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.

This meeting will be recorded and published with a link from the Council website.

This is a hybrid meeting.

To attend in person:

• Councillors, Council staff and members of the public (who are residents) can join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
• Please book in advance by emailing enquiries@portishead.gov.uk or telephone 01275 847078 (places will be allocated as requests come in).
• Those wishing to attend may continue to wear a face mask if they choose.
• We will let you know how to participate during that section of the meeting.
• We have taken these measures to protect all of us, so please respect them.

To attend via Zoom:

• Meeting ID: 967 8324 3207 Passcode: 919652
• Use link: https://zoom.us/j/96783243207?pwd=TDhKNTlkZzBHOVBKUGJaV0tpQWl0UT09
• Dial in from your phone: 0131 460 1196 (this will be charged at the normal national call rate).
• Please sign in using your full name and stay on mute unless you are asked to speak.

POSTPONED: TOMORROW, 9-10AM

Welcome to Portishead Create & Play Workshops, where creativity comes to life! We specialise in crafting unforgettable experiences for children through our engaging craft, art, and play workshops.

Our mission is to inspire young minds (between the ages of 4 -11 years old), encourage imagination, and provide a fun, hands-on environment where children can explore their artistic talents.

We’re excited to kick off with a Special Taster Session featuring Slime-Making and other Exciting Crafts! Held every week, these workshops offer a sneak peek into our upcoming Create, Craft, and Play Events (including Birthday Parties etc).

Each session will introduce a different themed activity, from papier mâché to fairy cake decorating, ensuring there’s always something new to excite and inspire.

Ready to dive into a world of creativity and fun? Come join us for an afternoon of laughter, learning, and lots of messy, magical moments. Join us for a fun, monster-themed taster session at just £6.50 per child! 

TO BOOK PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW.

(Parents are required to stay during the event and enjoy the experience alongside their children. The session will include a variety of themed crafts for the children to choose from, with slime-making as the highlight. Refreshments will be provided for both parents and children to keep everyone energised. Please note, a declaration form must be filled out for each child before attending the event. We can't wait to create some monster magic with you!)

We’ve listened to your feedback and have decided to move our 'Crafty Taster Day' from Friday 13th September to Saturday 14th September 9-10am!

We want to make sure as many little creators as possible can join in the fun, so we have opened it up to all ages 

To Book please use the link below.

Thank you for helping us make this event even better—we can’t wait to see you all there!

Join Us for Our First Arts & Craft Taster Session!

We’re thrilled to invite all young creators of all ages to our very first arts & craft taster session is monster-themed and full of fun! This special event is all about exploring creativity, having fun, and getting hands-on with some fantastic craft projects.

What’s Happening:

• A monster-themed taster session where your little ones can get creative and make their very own slime to take home!
• A chance for parents to share feedback on the best times, dates, and activities for future sessions. We want to hear from you to help shape our upcoming workshops!
• Refreshments

Whether your child loves getting messy with slime or crafting something special, this session is the perfect opportunity to see what we’re all about.

Date: Saturday 14th September

Time: 9-10am

Cost: £6.50 per child

Location: North Weston Hall, Portishead

Come along, let your children get creative with slime and monsters, and help us craft the perfect arts & crafts program for your family! Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you've always wanted to try creative writing, but haven't had the confidence or the time, then come along to the Begin Writing weekly workshops, have a cuppa and a biscuit, meet like-minded people and be inspired by prompts to create your own stories, poems and memoirs. No one is asked to read aloud their work, but there will be lots of opportunities to share ideas. If you are nervous about attending, please do message so we can talk through any concerns. I hope to see you soon!

This is the first of six weekly sessions on Wednesday afternoons starting on 18 September, ending on 23 October. The price for all six is £62.

To reserve your place please contact Marie at the email address below.

Flower Demonstration with Sally Taylor who is joining us with her demo Sallying Forth Yet Again

Meeting of the Staffing & Finance Committee.

Residents are welcome to join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.

This meeting will be recorded and published with a link from the Council website.

This is a hybrid meeting.

To attend in person:

• Councillors, Council staff and members of the public (who are residents) can join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
• Please book in advance by emailing enquiries@portishead.gov.uk or telephone 01275 847078 (places will be allocated as requests come in).
• Those wishing to attend may continue to wear a face mask if they choose.
• We will let you know how to participate during that section of the meeting.
• We have taken these measures to protect all of us, so please respect them.

To attend via Zoom:

• Meeting ID: 951 0617 6208 Passcode: 581820
• Use link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/95106176208?pwd=TVdPTExMWVBFbTBpbU5nR2dwU2FrQT09
• Dial in from your phone: 0208 080 6592 (this will be charged at the normal national call rate).
• Please sign in using your full name and stay on mute unless you are asked to speak.

Join us for an engaging afternoon discussion tailored for residents concerned about, living with, or supporting someone with dementia or frailty. This session will delve into the crucial issue of falls prevention to uphold a high quality of life for individuals affected by dementia or frailty. Additionally, attendees will be introduced to some useful medical technology aimed at enhancing care and support.

Key Discussion Topics Include:

1. Understanding Dementia and Frailty: Gain insights into the challenges faced by individuals living with dementia or frailty, including their impact on mobility, cognition, and independence.
2. Falls Prevention Strategies: Learn evidence-based falls prevention strategies and interventions aimed at reducing the risk of falls and promoting safety and wellbeing in the home environment.
3. Supporting Individuals with Dementia: Explore practical tips and strategies for supporting individuals with dementia, including communication techniques, behaviour management strategies, and person-centred care approaches.
4. Promoting Mobility and Independence: Discover the role of physiotherapy in promoting mobility, strength, and balance in individuals with dementia or frailty, and learn how exercise and rehabilitation programs can improve quality of life.
5. Introduction to Medical Technology: Get acquainted with useful medical technologies designed to enhance care and support for individuals with dementia or frailty, including assistive devices, monitoring systems, and telehealth solutions.

A presentation by Peter Gibbs showing a film 'Concorde – First to Last'. The meeting is organised by the WC&P Railway Group. Visitors are welcome - cost £2. WC&P Railway Group members free. 

Meeting of the Community Matters Committee.

Residents are welcome to join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, High Street, Portishead.

This meeting will be recorded and published with a link from the Council website.

This is a hybrid meeting.

To attend in person:

• Councillors, Council staff and members of the public (who are residents) can join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
• Please book in advance by emailing enquiries@portishead.gov.uk or telephone 01275 847078 (places will be allocated as requests come in).
• Those wishing to attend may continue to wear a face mask if they choose.
• We will let you know how to participate during that section of the meeting.
• We have taken these measures to protect all of us, so please respect them.

To attend via Zoom:

• Meeting ID: 953 0020 0301 Passcode: 160358
• Use link: https://zoom.us/j/95300200301?pwd=Rkx2eEdicHFzbzNyVXYxdE9pZnk4Zz09
• Dial in from your phone: 0203 481 5240 (this will be charged at the normal national call rate).
• Please sign in using your full name and stay on mute unless you are asked to speak.

ArtPort24 is a volunteer-led festival that connects creativity with community, framing the town as a destination for the arts and as a creative hive. This year's festival has a range of multi-arts creative experiences taking place, with nearly all being entirely free to attend. There will be over 30 bands playing live music at 6 venues across the weekend, over 50 visual artists and makers showcasing their talents at the Beacon Hub and Somerset Hall. The Folk Hall is the venue for a Wildlife Photography Exhibition and also the Photography Competition for "BS20" and "Go Wild". There will also be  Artist -led walks and talks around the Sculpture Trail and the Salt Marshes, Circus Skills, Graffiti,Painting workshops and much more! This inclusive event has something for everybody to enjoy!

NORTH OF THE BORDER

The first of our monthly winter talks will be and illustrated talk by Charles Kinsey about red squirrels, puffins and other wildlife he encountered in Scotland.

Come and join Turn the Tide Portishead's team of enthusiastic volunteers at their monthly Portishead Big Clean on Sunday 29th September, meeting outside Parish Wharf Leisure Centre at 10.30 am.  All are welcome!  We can provide litter-pickers, but please bring gloves and a bag for the litter you collect.  Further information can be found on our website: turnthetideportishead.co.uk or our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TTTPortishead

This five-day Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) covers relevant health, safety and environmental legislation affecting safe working in the building, construction and civil engineering industries. The SMSTS course in endorsed by Build UK as the standard training for all construction managers.