What’s On (ICS)

December 2024

Tuesday 3rd December 2024

10:00am – 12:30pm
Café Church

Community café with drinks and light snacks at reasonable prices. Small soft play area and toys to keep the children occupied. More info: http://bit.ly/cafe-church-fb

10:30am – 11:30am
Book Club

If you love reading and would like to meet new people, come and have a natter at the library. Chat about what you’re reading, get ideas for what to read next and convince others to read the books you love! No need to book – just turn up. Adults only.

4:00pm – 5:00pm
Chatterbooks

Chatterbooks groups are where children have a great time talking about what they are reading and take part in fun activities inspired by the best children’s books. They are free and are for children aged 7 to 11 years old. More info: https://bit.ly/sg-libs-arcyp

7:00pm – 9:00pm
Girls and Young Women's Night

A girls-only youth club night for ages 12-18. Come along and get involved with lots of arts, crafts, jewellery making, cooking, sports and lots lots more. For more details, phone the town council’s youth participation & development worker on 07900 253826.

Wednesday 4th December 2024

10:00am – 12:00pm
Citizens Advice Bureau Drop-In Session

Free, confidential, impartial and independent help on dealing with problems with debt, benefits, employment, housing, discrimination, and many more issues. No appointment necessary. More info: http://bit.ly/sgloscab or phone 03444 111444

6:30pm – 8:45pm
Bradley Stoke Rotary Club

A group of likeminded professionals who want to ‘give something back’ in a friendly environment – helping our local community, raising funds for good causes and promoting international understanding. Meet at 6.30pm for dinner at 6.45pm. More info: http://bit.ly/bsrc-fb

Thursday 5th December 2024

10:00am – 1:00pm
Bradley Stoke Green Gym

Green Gym is a scheme which inspires you to improve both your health and the environment at the same time. Organised by the Three Brooks Nature Conservation Group. Meet at the tool store behind the leisure centre. All you need to do is turn up. You will be warmly welcomed. More info: https://bit.ly/bs-green-gym

10:00am – 12:30pm
Café Church

Community café with drinks and light snacks at reasonable prices. Small soft play area and toys to keep the children occupied. More info: http://bit.ly/cafe-church-fb

10:00am – 11:00am
Knit, Stitch & Natter

Join our friendly weekly textile group. No need to book – just turn up! This is a self-led session. Bring a project to work on, learn from others and catch-up with friends in our warm and welcoming library. More info: https://bit.ly/3L0vdkO

Friday 6th December 2024

9:00am – 11:00am
Coffee Morning

Everyone welcome for refreshments and a friendly chat in the church hall. No charge for refreshments – donations accepted. More info: http://ctkchurch.org.uk

11:00am – 11:30am
Pre-School Story Time

Stories and colouring for toddlers and pre-school children aged 18 months to 4 years old. This is a free drop-in event – no need to book. More info: https://bit.ly/sg-libs-arbt

Saturday 7th December 2024

9:00am – 10:00am
Parkrun

A weekly timed 5km run in Bradley Stoke’s nature reserve. Taking part is free, but prior online registration is required for first-timers. Car parking available at the Willow Brook shopping centre. More info: https://bit.ly/bs-3b-pr

10:00am – 4:00pm
Three Brooks Nature Conservation Group: Workday

All workdays start at 10am and finish at 4pm, but you are welcome to leave earlier if needed. Wear old clothes and stout boots and bring a packed lunch. We provide all the equipment needed plus the essential tea, coffee and biscuits! Meet at the tool store, which is behind the Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre. More info: http://bit.ly/bsj-tbncg

1:05pm – 1:15pm
Santa's on a Bike

Around 700 motorcycles with their riders dressed up as Santa, Elves, Grinches and any other Christmas character will travel up Bradley Stoke Way, from Great Stoke Roundabout to Aztec West Roundabout, at around 1.05pm. The annual Santa’s on a Bike event raises funds for Children’s Hospice South West. More info: https://bit.ly/soab-bris

Sunday 8th December 2024

9:00am – 9:30am
Junior parkrun

A weekly timed 2km run for juniors only (4-14 year olds). Event is free, but prior online registration is required for first-timers. More info: http://bit.ly/lsjparkrun or http://bit.ly/lsjparkrun-fb

9:30am – 1:00pm
SCC Short Distance Bike Ride

A short ride to Blaise Castle – organised by Stokes Cycling Club (SCC). Expect one refreshment stop. About 15 miles (round trip) at a gentle pace. Meet outside the leisure centre. More info: https://bit.ly/stokescc or phone Bryan on 01454 617560.

Monday 9th December 2024

10:00am – 12:00pm
Pickleball

Come along and try pickleball – an exciting new racquet sport. Turn up and play! Everybody welcome – no upper age limit. All equipment provided, just wear comfortable clothing and trainers. First session FREE! More info: http://bit.ly/avonpbc

10:45am – 11:15am
Baby Rhyme Time

Have fun and learn new rhymes to share with your little one aged 0-17 months. This is a free drop-in event – no need to book. More info: https://bit.ly/sg-libs-arbt

7:30pm – 9:30pm
Bradley Stoke Lions Club

Monthly meeting of the local Lions Club. More info: http://bit.ly/bs-lions or phone Ailsa on 07737 106836

Tuesday 10th December 2024

10:00am – 12:30pm
Café Church

Community café with drinks and light snacks at reasonable prices. Small soft play area and toys to keep the children occupied. More info: http://bit.ly/cafe-church-fb

10:30am – 11:30am
Book Club

If you love reading and would like to meet new people, come and have a natter at the library. Chat about what you’re reading, get ideas for what to read next and convince others to read the books you love! No need to book – just turn up. Adults only.

7:00pm – 9:00pm
Girls and Young Women's Night

A girls-only youth club night for ages 12-18. Come along and get involved with lots of arts, crafts, jewellery making, cooking, sports and lots lots more. For more details, phone the town council’s youth participation & development worker on 07900 253826.

7:30pm – 9:30pm
Willow Brook Townswomen's Guild

Make new friends, get to know our area and get involved in local events and activities. We have interesting speakers, demonstrations, outings, arts and crafts and much, much more. More info: Jannice 01454 615040; http://bit.ly/wibrtwg-fb

Wednesday 11th December 2024

10:00am – 12:00pm
Citizens Advice Bureau Drop-In Session

Free, confidential, impartial and independent help on dealing with problems with debt, benefits, employment, housing, discrimination, and many more issues. No appointment necessary. More info: http://bit.ly/sgloscab or phone 03444 111444

2:00pm – 4:00pm
Bradley Stoke Women's Institute (WI)

A forward thinking, diverse and vibrant organisation that enables women to be listened to and act upon our concerns. We are always pleased to welcome visitors at our meetings, so please come along and see us – it might be just what you are looking for! More info: http://bit.ly/bswi-fb or phone Janet on 07845 744351

6:30pm – 7:30pm
BSTC Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee meets ten times a year and makes decisions and recommendations to Council on all financial and policy matters under the discretion of the town council. This committee also is responsible for personnel matters and will be responsible for ‘best value’. The press and public are welcome to attend. Come along and have your say during the 15-minute ‘public questions’ session at the start of the meeting. Note: Meeting will start directly following on from the finish of the Finance Committee meeting. Agenda: https://bit.ly/bstcfin

7:00pm – 10:00pm
Christmas Quiz Night

Doors open at 6.30pm & the quiz starts at 7pm. Dig out your Christmas jumpers and join us for this festive-themed event! A fun evening with various rounds including picture and music rounds too! Feel free to come on your own to make new friends, as a couple or with a larger friends/family group. Suitable for all ages from 10+. You are welcome to bring your own drinks (alcoholic or soft drinks) and nibbles to the event. Tickets £5. More info: https://bit.ly/tbwbs-events

7:30pm – 8:30pm
BSTC Planning Committee Meeting

The committee meets once a month and makes recommendations on all planning applications within Bradley Stoke to the planning authority (South Gloucestershire Council) and considers all associated planning, footpath and licensing issues. This committee also considers matters relating to the local environment in general, including litter, grass verges, pavements, roads and other similar matters. The committee acts as a vehicle to consider, discuss and recommend solutions to health & safety issues affecting Bradley Stoke Town Council. The press and public are welcome to attend. Come along and have your say during the 15-minute ‘public questions’ session at the start of the meeting. Note: Meeting will start directly following on from the finish of the Finance Committee meeting. Agenda: https://bit.ly/bstc-pec

Thursday 12th December 2024

10:00am – 1:00pm
Bradley Stoke Green Gym

Green Gym is a scheme which inspires you to improve both your health and the environment at the same time. Organised by the Three Brooks Nature Conservation Group. Meet at the tool store behind the leisure centre. All you need to do is turn up. You will be warmly welcomed. More info: https://bit.ly/bs-green-gym

10:00am – 12:30pm
Café Church

Community café with drinks and light snacks at reasonable prices. Small soft play area and toys to keep the children occupied. More info: http://bit.ly/cafe-church-fb

10:00am – 11:00am
Knit, Stitch & Natter

Join our friendly weekly textile group. No need to book – just turn up! This is a self-led session. Bring a project to work on, learn from others and catch-up with friends in our warm and welcoming library. More info: https://bit.ly/3L0vdkO

Friday 13th December 2024

9:00am – 11:00am
Coffee Morning

Everyone welcome for refreshments and a friendly chat in the church hall. No charge for refreshments – donations accepted. More info: http://ctkchurch.org.uk

11:00am – 11:30am
Pre-School Story Time

Stories and colouring for toddlers and pre-school children aged 18 months to 4 years old. This is a free drop-in event – no need to book. More info: https://bit.ly/sg-libs-arbt

Saturday 14th December 2024

9:00am – 10:00am
Parkrun

A weekly timed 5km run in Bradley Stoke’s nature reserve. Taking part is free, but prior online registration is required for first-timers. Car parking available at the Willow Brook shopping centre. More info: https://bit.ly/bs-3b-pr

Sunday 15th December 2024

9:00am – 9:30am
Junior parkrun

A weekly timed 2km run for juniors only (4-14 year olds). Event is free, but prior online registration is required for first-timers. More info: http://bit.ly/lsjparkrun or http://bit.ly/lsjparkrun-fb

11:00am – 12:00pm
Community Litter Pick

Community litter pick organised by Bradley Stoke Zero Carbon Community Group. Meet outside the activity centre. Hi-vis jackets, pickers, hoops and bags provided. If you have equipment please bring it along. You may want to bring your own gloves, however we have a few pairs if you need to borrow some. More info: https://bit.ly/bszccg-fb

Monday 16th December 2024

10:00am – 12:00pm
Pickleball

Come along and try pickleball – an exciting new racquet sport. Turn up and play! Everybody welcome – no upper age limit. All equipment provided, just wear comfortable clothing and trainers. First session FREE! More info: http://bit.ly/avonpbc

10:45am – 11:15am
Baby Rhyme Time

Have fun and learn new rhymes to share with your little one aged 0-17 months. This is a free drop-in event – no need to book. More info: https://bit.ly/sg-libs-arbt

1:30pm – 3:30pm
Sew and So's

Patchwork and quilting group. If you are interested in joining our group, whether you are a beginner or experienced, please come along. More info: http://bit.ly/sewandsos

7:00pm – 9:00pm
BSTC Leisure, Youth & Amenities Committee Meeting

The Leisure, Youth & Amenities Committee meets approx. six times a year and is responsible for, and promotes the town council policy on sports, leisure and recreational activities within or affecting the town. The press and public are welcome to attend. Come along and have your say during the 15-minute ‘public questions’ session at the start of the meeting. Agenda: https://bit.ly/bstclya

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