This blog is now closed.

For up to date information about what's going on locally visit http://www.chmnt.blogspot.com/

Thought for the Week

“When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive – to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love.” Marcus Aurelius

For more info visit www.actionforhappiness.org

We're merging blogs ....

From 31st January 2012 this blog will be merging with our sister Neighbourhood Management blog at www.chnmt.blogspot.com.

We have primarily used this blog to promote opportuniites for young people, community learning, interesting projects and some general what's on kind of information. 

All of this informaion will transfer to the Neighbourhood Management blog.

We look forward to seeing you over at http://www.chnmt.blogspot.com/ ...

We're merging blogs ....

From 31st January 2012 this blog will be merging with our sister Neighbourhood Management blog at www.chnmt.blogspot.com.

We have primarily used this blog to promote opportuniites for young people, community learning, interesting projects and some general what's on kind of information. 

All of this informaion will transfer to the Neighbourhood Management blog.

We look forward to seeing you over at http://www.chnmt.blogspot.com/ ...

Barrow AFC and Barrow Raiders upcoming games

Barrow AFC games

Tuesday 24th January v Grimsby 7.45pmSaturday 4th February v Luton 3pm

Barrow Raiders games

Raiders pre-season friendlies confirmed

Saturday 14th January 2pm v Wigan Warriors Academy
Sunday 22nd January 2pm v Swinton Lions

Saturday 28th January 2pm v Workington Town - Mike Whitehead Testimonial Match
Barrow raiders gate charges; Adult £10 - OAP/Concession £8.00 - Junior £4.00

Thought for the Week

“I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a reality... I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word.” Martin Luther King, Jr.

Bookstart Bear Club at Barrow Library

www.actionforhappiness.org for more info ...

Barrow's Wildside volunteering ... this Thursday 5 Jan

Fancy doing something different? Volunteering

is a great way to meet new people, learn

about wildlife and help to make positive

improvements for wildlife. No previous

experience is necessary, and tools and training

are provided.

Thu 5 January 10.00am-3.00pm

Making it wild at Abbots Wood

Come and help us to clear some of the invasive

rhododendron from this County Wildlife Site. This

work will help the natural regeneration of native

species. Please bring suitable outdoor clothes and

footwear and a packed lunch. A great way to learn

something new and meet new friends.

Call Sue Thurley on 01229 471066 to book or

for further information. Booking not required but

preferred.

Where Abbots Wood, Barrow. Meet at the Mill Café

car park, Furness Abbey. Grid Ref: SD 220 717

Happy New Year to you all - looking forward to working with old and new friends throughout 2012.

Merry Christmas

A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from everyone at Neighbourhood Management.

We look forward to hearing from you all in 2012. Our office in Dalton Rd is closed from 4pm today until Tuesday 3^rd January 2012.

Have fun and stay safe over the holidays.

For more info visit www.actionforhappiness.org

Teenage Book Club 2012 at Barrow Library

Young People's Reading Group at Barrow Library 2012

Storytots at Barrow Library 2012

Thought for the Week

“If you would be a real seeker of truth, it is necessary that at least once in your life you doubt, as far as possible, all things.” Rene Descartes

Our Green Space Case Studies - take a look and be inspired!

Our Green Space Case Studies - take a look and be inspired!

http://ourgreenspace.org.uk/our-green-space-case-studies/view-category

Now nearing the end of its final year, the Our Green Space project has enabled five communities in Asby, Barrow-in-Furness, Burgh by Sands, Newbiggin (Penrith) and Wasdale to undertake a mixture of physical improvements, as well as education and celebratory events centered around their local green spaces. It also provided training and resources to many other communities across the county about how to protect and care for their town and village greens.

Led by Friends of the Lake District, and ACTion with Communities in Cumbria, Our Green Space's achievements include: creating a brand new village green with pond, wetland and sports areas at Burgh by Sands, to turning a derelict old railway site into a community garden in Barrow in Furness. A 113 year old listed maypole was renovated and resited at Wasdale village green. Ancient village wells were restored at Newbiggin, and an annual well-dressing festival begun in Asby.

The Our Green Space Case Studies book highlights the key issues the groups faced in their quest to restore, protect, develop and enjoy their local green spaces. It captures many of the achievements made and provides tips and information for anyone wanting to undertake similar work in their community.

Several resources have been produced as part of the project and all are available from Friends of the Lake District, including easy to read guides to managing open green spaces, gaining legal protection, and managing them for wildlife. For a copy of the Our Green Space Case studies book, the Community Green Space: Essential Green Infrastructure advocacy pamphlet, the Open Space Guides or an Outdoor Education pack please contact carol-douglas@fld.org.uk or call 01539 720788. All documents are also downloadable from www.ourgreenspace.org.uk.

Xmas Carol Service - 15th December

It's panto time - Cinderella at the forum, Barrow - also in BSL!

Starting from the 16 December 2011 there are 25 performances of the classic panto Cinderella at the forum, Duke St, Barrow. On Friday 23 December the 11am production will be British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted.

Find out more at www.actionforhappiness.org

Grow Your Own workshop - Get Ready for Spring!