Sunday December 22nd! St David Lewis Church! Carol Service! Christmas Morning! 6.00pm Mass 11.00am

! Newport North Cluster! ! ! Health Drop In Sessions! Every Thursday ! 2pm – 3pm! Bettws Day Centre ! ! Healthy Cookery ! Wednesdays, starting 15th Jan 2014! For 4 weeks ! 10am - 12.30pm! Shaftesbury Community Centre

Better location for Bettws Bus Stop to benefit the elderly! !

Please check our page, where we are running a campaign for better bus connections to the town centre for the elderly and disabled residents of Bettws who rely on this service. Due to the redevelopment of the bus station and town centre, the bus now stops at the train station, which means is impracticable for many residents who now feel trapped in their own homes.! ! This work is expected to last up to 2 years. If you or a family member or friend have already been affected by this please join our group and have your say. If we can get enough comments and support we will forward this to Newport City Council. Remember that it is not just Bettws that is being affected - at least 6 others routes are also affected by the same situation. If we can get support for Bettws hopefully we can start the ball rolling for the others too.! ! Show us your support for you community.

! https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 176564459216821/

Chuckles Nursery is a private day care nursery which operates • Full time child care from 6am – 6pm for children from birth to 4 • Holiday Club (Chuckles Fun Club) for children 4 – 8 • And State Nursery sessions for 3 year olds. Chuckles Nursery opened its doors in November 1999 and has maintained its success by continuing to provide a safe, stimulating and home from home environment where children can have fun whilst learning new skills to grow.

Situated on Pentwyn Lane between Bettws and Cwmbran, the grounds we have here at Chuckles simply can’t be beat. Set in an acre of land, we are well away from any roads and immediate pollution but still only a mile away from the M4. Surrounding wildlife such as squirrels and neighbouring farm animals are an added treat.

Chuckles interior provides a surrounding of colours and shapes to stimulate your child’s mind into action from the moment you step in through the door. Our messy play area is 40 square metres with art and craft materials galore in abundance. All rooms have the bonus of large windows to ensure a light and airy feel and individually decorated with colourful artwork and displays from the children

The outside areas are split to ensure the children have a variety of experiences. All areas are accessible to the children to allow them choices and have been designed with their input. The covered patio area is where the children can carry out all the activities they do inside but with the added benefit of fresh air. The Sensory Garden has a large grassed open space with huts made from willow trees, a slide and areas to dig and explore. The bike track is designed specifically so that children who wish to ride can so safely. The decking is situated on a higher level for the younger children to play but where they can also see the older children play. Our latest development is a small allotment for the toddlers and pre- school to practice their gardening skills

Private child care doesn’t have to be expensive, the government does offer a variety of ways for you to re-cover your child care fees (depending on your circumstances). For further information regarding funding you can contact the Family Information Service via their email [email protected] or call 0800 328 8483. Also Child Care Vouchers can be used against Holiday Club fees.

Rugby Success at Newport High School" ! Earlier this year a member of our sixth form was selected to join the senior rugby academy. Whilst working with the Academy Joe has played first team rugby for Pontypool RFC in the WRU Championship and Newport RFC and Bedwas RFC in the Premiership. Last week Joe had his first call up to Regional Rugby playing his first game for the Dragons in their LV Cup clash with The . Joe ran out in the second row alongside seasoned veterans and ex Internationals like Adam Jones and Joe and Leon Rob Sidolli at Parc y Scarlets. Despite loosing the match Joe acquitted himself well and has earned himself a place on the bench for this Saturdays clash with Wasps. This is a significant achievement for any rugby player let alone one who is still !only 17. Congratulations once again Joe and good luck on Saturday." Joe has also been called up to the Wales under 18’s squad that is preparing to face Australia later this month. Joe has been joined in the squad by Leon Brown another member of our Sixth form and 1st XV."

Some of “The Boys”

! Congratulations should also go Ben Snell who has been selected to play for Newbridge RFC several times this season in the WRU Championship and scored a try on his debut in a tough local derby against Ebbw Vale, James Sully, Evan Ash and Connor Edwards on their inclusion into the Dragons U18’s squad and Alex Turnbull who has been selected to play for the Boys Club of Wales this season. After some strong performances for Newport High 1st XV all the boys have caught the eye of selectors and their hard work and !determination has payed off." Finally we would also like to congratulate our Head Coach Mr Flanagan on his first selection for the Barbarians. Mr Flanagan pulled on the famous Barbarians Black and white shirt joining a long list of rugby Legends last night when he played against the Combined Armed Forces in a Remembrance Day Match. Mr Falnagan had a great match setting up a couple of tries and making four conversion’s despite eventually loosing the match 34-28." ! Dai Baabaas Well done to everyone on your successes

Following extensive building work Millbrook Primary is pleased to partner with Flying Start to offer Flying Start facilities to families in Bettws. Flying Start is a Welsh Government funded programme for 0-3 year olds which provides 4 strands – Childcare, Health Visiting, Language and Play, and Parenting programmes. Millbrook’s Flying Start Centre will host a playgroup, crèche and parent training facilities for eligible families providing outstanding support for families and 0-3 year olds. Children are admitted to Flying Start morning and afternoon groups when they are 2 years old if they are living in specific postcode roads in the Bettws area. The Welsh Assembly Government has recognised Bettws as an area needing Early Start education. If you think you may be eligible and you have a child who is 2 years of age speak to your health visitor or contact Margaret Boxall of Newport City Council’s Flying Start team on 01633 851640.

“The pupils, staff and governors of Millbrook Primary School would like to wish the whole community of Bettws a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!”

Multi Organ Transplant Support - MOTS would love you join them for their Christmas Family Fun event.! ! Starting with a children's Mini disco 6pm-8pm with Mickey and Minnie mouse (Supplied by Mascots R Us,www.mascotsrus.co.uk)! A meet and greet with Santa and his Elf all the way from the North Pole (a Gift for! all children).! December 7th 2013! ! A chance for your child to give! Santa their Christmas letter!! Followed by an adults disco from 8pm -! late (Supplied by A&W entertainment)! Also on the night! Guess the Teddy's name - 1 pound! Raffle with many prizes - 1 pound a strip! How many sweets in! the jar - 1 pound! Children’s food will be available through the bar -! Chicken nuggets & chips! Pizza & chips! Sausage & chips! All available! for 1:50! Tickets available through Liz Henry, Emma Abdullah & Sam Williams.! Contact Sam on - 07990761842! 3 pounds each or a group! of 4 for 10 pounds!!! Inbox us your name, address and how many tickets you require and we will be in touch ASAP!! ! All proceeds go straight to MOTS.! !

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Education and Learning

Course Time Location

Extended Sixth Form 9.00a.m – 15.00pm Civil Service Bettws

For any information regarding Education and Learning Courses please contact:-

Caren White - 01633 850980

Goff Davies - 07925082052

Jan Cleverly - 07842972542

COMING SOON

Adult Education Courses In 2014

For any further information please contact Caren White - 01633 850980

Prosperity

Work Placements

Work Placements are available in Childcare, Catering and Grounds Maintenance

Employment Advice

Employment support and advice available

Social Enterprise

Social Enterprise training is available

For any information regarding Prosperity please contact:-

Laura Brosnan - 01633 842602/07582922813

You can also follow us on:-

Facebook - Search Facebook for Communities First Newport North

Twitter - page link is https: //twitter.com/NewportNorthCF !

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NEWPORT COMMUNITIES FIRST

‘WHAT’S ON’ IN THE NORTH CLUSTER

Health and Well Being

Course Time Location Health Drop In Sessions Every Thursday Shaftesbury Community Centre 2pm – 3pm Health Drop In Sessions Every Tuesday Malpas Community Centre 2pm – 3pm Health Drop In Sessions Every Thursday Bettws Day Centre 2pm – 3pm Community Health Friday 29th Blaen-Y-Pant Community Centre Champions November 9.30am – 4pm Healthy Cookery Tuesday 26th Nov Shaftesbury Community Centre & 3rd Dec 12 - 2.30pm Healthy Cookery Wednesdays, Shaftesbury Community Centre starting 15th Jan 2014 For 4 weeks 10am - 12.30pm Healthy Cookery Mondays, starting Malpas (Venue TBC) 13th Jan 2014 For 4 weeks 2.30pm - 5pm

For any information regarding Health and Well Being Courses please contact:-

John Reynolds - 01633 842602/07582634774

Laura Brosnan - 01633 842602/07582922813

Citizen Advice Bureau Sessions

Session Time Location Drop In Sessions Every Wednesday, Shaftesbury Community Centre 10am - 12.30pm Drop In Sessions Every Friday, Malpas Court 1.30pm - 4.00pm Drop In Sessions Every Tuesday, Bettws Newport City Homes 1.30pm - 4.00pm

Friday 6th December 2013 will see the official launch of Synergy Wales (Cyfle Cymru).! ! This is perhaps the most exciting opportunity that has arisen in Newport for families of individuals with Learning Difficulties.! Synergy Wales, a brand new charity, has developed from the protest group that joined together early in 2013. The government cuts have meant that local councils can no longer provide the comprehensive day-to-day services we have been used to in recent years. These services have become almost essential for our families and the prospect of losing them was extremely daunting. In line with the government’s Big Society the protest group, known as SOS Newport, evolved into Synergy Wales, a provider of services for our families.! Our future is extremely bright!! The charity aims to provide new activities to engage individuals in many different interests and skills including:! • Art and craft! • Music! • Drama! • Catering! • Horticulture! • Broadcasting! • Basic communication, numeracy and technology! There are plans to develop various projects across the city that individuals may wish to explore.! The aims of the charity are to provide services that will help people to develop new skills and independence whilst in a secure supportive environment.! ! Future plans will include the development of respite services both short and longer term.

£1200 raised for Merchant Navy Association and SSAFA

Bettws in Bloom Entertainment Group! Remembrance Day Concert! Thanks to all involved - and to the Chairman and Committee of Bettws Join us on most Social Club for the use of the hall - to Thursdays 7.00 Nobby Woodcock who raised £202 to 9.00pm at raffling Wales Match Tickets - to Tasha and everyone who contributed to the Bettws in

Raffle - and to everyone who contributed Bloom and who supported on the night!!

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and many other agencies and community organisations! ! Can we help you with your project?

St David’s Church Community House, 1,Tone Close, Newport. NP20 7AT - 07791 308070