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BF Adventure have space available on their next TOTEM programme which aims to support young people who identify as LGBTQ with their mental wellbeing, through meeting other young people with similar experiences and taking part in fun activities together in a friendly, supportive environment. TOTEM is a new programme based at BF Adventure for LGBTQ+ young people aged 11-16. The main programme involves 6 group activity Read more...

The Eden Project has published its spring programme: February half term 15-23 Feb, Colour Uncovered. Join in on our artist-led collaborative installation and mural, visit the Lab to investigate the world of natural colour, and enjoy colourful stories and crafts. And don’t forget, it’s your final chance to skate on our ice rink this winter.  See the Eden Project website Read more...

Our Safeguarding Children Partnership for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly (OSCP) is holding a Learning Lessons workshop on Monday 24 February at St Austell Conference Centre, with 2 sessions (repeated) from 9.30-12.30 and 1.30-4.30. There will be tea and coffee available from 9, and 1 respectively. Learning from the LCSPR A Rapid Review panel meeting recommended that a Local Child Read more...

Do you have a moped or know someone who has one. Would you like to learn some basic maintenance? If you are unemployed, and aged 17 years or older, Cornwall Wheels to Work in Camborne have a few places left on their Moped Maintenance course. For more information give them a call as there are limited places. 01208 718888 Read more...

DPN in Penzance are running another free (funded) photoshop course for business owners. If your charity organisation has great visuals, but you don’t make the most of them, this a great course, to help you use the images in your publicity and social media. 2-day course, with a day in Feb, and one in March. >Details on enquiry. Contact the Read more...

Organised by Secret Truro with Belinda Shipp Making smart marketing choices is vital for not-for-profits and charities. You need to make every penny work for you and you certainly don’t want to waste time and money on marketing that doesn’t work. Yet many charities find it hard to communicate their message clearly, impacting on their ability to raise donations, attract Read more...

Active Plus is running a new course in Liskeard, for people who need a bit of support to achieve their goals, gain new skills, and reach their potential. Their team of military veterans will help people on the course work as a team, learn from each other, and improve their skills. Our next course is at: St Martin’s Church, Church Read more...

Q&A CIC are running a new series of courses for the new term. To refer or book a place call 01209 200583 or email info@qacic.co.uk Eligibility is aged 19+ on 31 August 2019, and courses are usually free for those in receipt of benefits.   Getting to grips with your tablet Redruth, 18, 19, 20, 21, 24 & 25  February, Read more...

Many organisations are running half term activities for families with children. The most up-to-date list is on the Support in Cornwall website, where a list of free and under £5 activities are listed, by area. It is also Love Your Beach week, between 14 & 21 February, so there will be events for that as well.   Remember, ask them Read more...

There’s nothing like a campfire for staring into, gathering thoughts, and enjoying being somewhere just a little bit wild! CRCC and the Penlee Cluster are offering campfire reflection time once a month, space to be in nature, with a cuppa, and space to think, learn a bushcraft skill, natter, or just be quiet. For more information please call Jim Brown Read more...

DAAT (the Drug and Alcohol Action Team) is offering funded training to professionals: Motivational Interviewing Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a key tool in making behaviour change interventions effective. As MI can be slightly counter-intuitive, your approach needs to be carefully considered so that the conversations you have don’t accidentally make change less likely. This one day introduction will explore the Read more...

CN4C is offering a Film Studies course, on Mondays from 24 Feb, at the Elms Redruth. 9.30-12 Attendees will be looking at films from all over the globe, and including how films are made. In conjunction with Cornwall College. For more information contact Jamie on jamie@cn4c.org.uk or 01209 310610 Film Studies – Poster Read more...

Free Self-management courses for people living with long-term health conditions Would you like: To improve your quality of life Learn new skills to manage your health condition Meet others and share experiences Communicate better with family, friends and professionals Feel confident and more in control of your condition   The Expert Patient Programme is being run by CFT for anyone Read more...

KERPOW (Kernow Power of Women) in association with Hall For Cornwall brings ONE BILLION RISING 2020 to Cornwall as part of a global mass action to end violence against women. Join in locally at this international dance event situated in and around Truro which will celebrate solidarity through action, art, connection, imagination and love. 1 in 3 women across the planet will Read more...

Homeless Link are hosting a free webinar around Financial Inclusion, on 13 February, from 2-3.15pm. This session aims to demystify some of the key blockers and pain points in the banking system which affect socially excluded groups; opening an account, navigating universal credit and managing money when facing vulnerable circumstances. Who is this webinar for? Frontline support workers in the homelessness Read more...

Safer Cornwall is hosting Online Safety Live, who will be running online safety training, for free, for those who work with children and young people, covering the latest in research, legislation, technology, tools and resources along with exclusive access to the presentation and resource materials. The event will take place on Monday 24 February, 2-4pm, at St Erme Community Centre, Trispen, Read more...

Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service Prince’s Trust Team programme are recruiting for Team #19….. The target group is 16-25 year olds that are Not in Employment Education or Training. Princes Trust work with some of the harder to reach young people that have already faced their fair share of challenges and they urge you to consider this as some people they Read more...

Knit and Natter / Craft and Chatter group at Saltash Library Every Tuesday, from 1pm-3pm. Learn new skills and exchange ideas. Any age, any ability and free. Learn new skills and exchange ideas.   Various other activities also take place at Saltash Library – Regular events and activities Beginners Computer Lessons ** Cross stitch group – every friday from 1pm Read more...

Board and sub-group members, and wider representatives from across the sector who have an interest in safeguarding are invited to an Our Safeguarding Children Partnership development session, which has been scheduled to replace the normal OSCP board meeting on 10 March. The aim of the session, chaired by John Clements, will be to review the achievements of 2019/20 and – Read more...

Cornwall Children’s Clothes Bank has published dates for 2020. The Bank meets at All Saints Church Hall, Highertown, Truro on the third Thursday of the month, from 10.30am-12 noon. Children’s clothes from ages 0-16 are available for those who need them. February 13 March 19 April 16 May 21 June 18 July 16 August – no event September 16 October Read more...