New Bilton Community Association Centre Police drop-ins
Gemma and Fran welcome all residents to their drop-ins at the NBCA Centre, 1 Gladstone Street. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, biscuits are on offer. They want to hear about your security worries.
Monday 22nd February 3-5pm: Neighbourhood Watch and how to get it buzzing in New Bilton
Thursday 25th March 5-7pm: Vehicle security advice
Friday 16th April 6.30-8.30pm:: Outdoor security, protect your sheds and outbuildings. This is the time of year this type of crime increases.

Community Forums
At community forums local people have the chance to discuss what's important to them in their community with their local councillors and organisations that provide public services. There will be a Community Drop-In session from 6.30pm until 7pm where you will have the chance to speak to your local Councillors, Council Officers and members of the Rugby Town West Safer Neighbourhood Team followed by a formal meeting at 7pm.
The next Community Forum meetings relevant to New Bilton will be:
Wednesday 17 March 2010, Rokeby Primary School, Anderson Avenue, Rugby
Wednesday 9th June, 2010, Overslade Community Centre, Buchanan Road, Rugby CV22 6AY Wednesday 15th September 2010, venue to be confirmed.
Contact Rugby Area Office, Partnerships & Communities, c/o Town Hall, Evreux Way, Rugby, CV21 2RR, tel 01788 533 6560 or email rugby@warwickshire.gov.uk

reNEW Forum Meetings
are open to any person living, working or regularly attending a constituted group in the Renewal Area, this is your opportunity to come and find out about regeneration activity in your area and get involved in future projects. The meetings are held on Wednesdays between 6.30 and 8.30pm.
10th March 2010, Indian Community Centre, Edward Street, CV21 2EZ
12th May 2010, New Bilton Community Association, 1 Gladstone Street, CV21 2JP
26th May 2010, Indian Community Centre, CV21 2EZ - reNEW Annual General Meeting
14th July 2010, Oakfield Children's Centre, CV22 6AU
16th September 2010, St Oswald's Church Hall, CV21 2EB
10th November 2010, St Oswald's CE Primary School, Addison Road, CV22 7DJ
12th January 2011, Indian Community Centre, Edward Street, CV21 2EZ
To find out which streets are involved in the renewal area contact Louise Clarke, Area Regeneration Officer, Rugby Borough Council, tel 01788 533 828, email louise.clarke@rugby.gov.uk.

Private housing consultation Newbold and New Bilton
Rugby Borough Council has recently undertaken a house conditions survey of private properties in the borough. We have identified a number of difficulties that owner-occupiers, private landlords and private tenants experience whilst living in and/or maintaining their homes. It is our intention to hold a consultation event in New Bilton to discuss with local residents the proposed new private sector housing strategy. The consultation event will take place at 7pm on Wednesday 4th March 2010, at the Indian Community Centre, Edward Street. We have specifically chosen the residents of this ward and the Newbold to consult with, as they are likely to receive the most assistance from the Council due to the findings of the house conditions survey. If you require any further information, please contact Jamie Tallon, Neighbourhood Renewal Team Leader, Rugby Borough Council on 01788 533891. We look forward to discussing the strategy with you on 4th March.

Set of six sessions is for people involved in running, or helping out at, youth groups. You can attend 1 or all of the sessions, as you choose.

Green-fingered volunteers required for preparation and maintenance/caretaking of Rugby Young Carer's New Bilton community allotment. If you have time to donate, please contact Naomi on Rugby 01788 553 331 or 0708 025 794 or email y.carers@rugbycvs.org.uk

You may be aware that on Wednesday mornings, a special ladies only swimming session has been running at the Ken mariott's Leisure Centre for over 4 years now. This session will be starting again after a brief summer break next week. Following are some of the details of this session:

1 This session has been especially organised for ladies from the ethnic minority communities. Needless to say that this includes the Irish, Scottish and all the European migrant communities as well.
2 Arrangements have been made to staff the pool with female lifeguards, female coaches etc. so that all women feel comfortable to participate in these sessions, specially if they feel it inappropriate to swim in front of men or with male on-lookers. Screens have been put up where possible on windows of rooms that face the swimming pool.
3 Transport has been organised to pick up people from various pick-up points such as the Benn Partnership Centre etc.. Details of this I don't have with me at this time, but can be arranged to be forwarded if required.
4 Swimmers can be absolute beginners, in which case swimming coaches are on hand to teach. If women know how to swim, they can swim independently, while coaching sessions are going on.
5 The session starts promptly at 9:15 am and ends at 9:45 am. Participants will therefore need to be ready to get into the pool by 9:15 am.
6 The session enjoys some funding. Hence it only costs £ 2.50 per session per swimmer which would need to be paid at the reception on the day.

As you can see, a lot of arrangements have been made to make this session possible. If this session is not used, we run the danger of losing this slot along with the arrangements and the funding. May I ask that you promote this activity amongst your family, friends, neighbours and community. Please also promote this session through your local newsletters or websites.

Please feel free to contact Gita Natarajan, Benji Evans or Yvonne Frater for any further details.

The theme of the next drop-in surgery is Home Security. Christmas is upon us and thieves will get busy. We are giving away free SmartWater (property marking device) and discount vouchers for B&Q and HomeBase to spend on security measures such as house alarms, locks, etc. The next drop in will be on Thursday 17th December, 6-8pm and the theme will be Christmas!!! Also of course, to talk about your security worries. Come in for your mince pie and coffee. The January drop-in will be on Saturday 23rd, 2-5pm. The theme for that will be rejuvenating the Neighbourhood Watch in New Bilton. All residents are welcome to drop in. Please remain vigilant and report any suspicious incidents, however small. It could well be the missing part of the jigsaw that help to solve a crime. We want a safer New Bilton as much as you do. The number to ring is 01788 541 111.

See you at the drop-in and a very, merry Christmas to you all.

PCSO Fran Carty and PC Gemma Trerise

The Rugby Sports directory is a comprehensive guide to sports clubs in Rugby Borough provides a wealth of information on what activities are on offer by whom, where and when and for how much. Copies can be obtained from the Town Hall. For further information about SMART activities or the work of the Sport and Recreation team, please call 01788 533704/ 533749, Fax: 01788 533707 or email sportsdevelopment@rugby.gov.uk

Activities for Children in New Bilton: Please click on the title link to view the Positives Futures program as well as the many activities offered by the Addison Road Family Centre, Rugby CLC, St Oswald's Sunbeams Parent and Toddler group, Oakfield Children's Centre and much more.

Born in November 2008, the Avon Valley Community Choir has been a joint project between Avon Valley School and County Music Service, organised by Sheila Allen, Curriculum Manager for music, and County Music Eastern Area Manager, Jeremy Dibb. Fortnightly rehearsals culminated in a performance in the AVS theatre as part of the CMS Summer Musical Festival. The choir performed as a group, and with the Bilton Silver Band and Junior Windband.

Originally it was intended that the choir should last only until this concert. However, we enjoyed it so much that we intend to continue in September! Anyone who would like to come and join us – all ages, no auditions, no solos (unless you want to of course!)

Radiate is a brand new training programme which provides the first step in professional development for artists and other creatives across the West Midlands interested in working with children and young people. The scheme is designed to provide participants with valuable experience of working within schools, supported by staff and provides an employer led model of training.

Click Latest New Bilton Newsletter now available here to view the latest New Bilton Newsletter.

This project has been started to explore, discuss and compile anything and everything about Rugby — especially the little, enjoyable things. This entire site is maintained by the people who use it: Everyone can edit this website!

The England and Wales Cricket Board is responsible for getting more girls playing cricket and they have recruited a regional cricket development officer in each county. It is evident that increased promotion of Cricket is required in Warwickshire and it appears that women lack opportunities in cricket which often explains the low numbers participating in the sport.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS SPORT AND WANT TO PLAY IT, PLEASE GET IN TOUCH WITH

Benji Evans
Rugby BME Sport & Active Recreation Co-ordinator
Warwickshire Race Equality Partnership
Tel: 01788 576424
Mobile: 07920 770655
E-mail: benjievans@wrep.org.uk
Promoting Equality Through Partnership

A new discussion website has recently been launched to obtain the views of people on the key issues and concerns affecting their local area.
This approach is currently being piloting across the whole of Rugby and you can add any comments you may have regarding your local area.

The purpose of this discussion forum is to encourage debate on the issues affecting your locality and to help us identify the key priorities for your area - and in turn to look at how we can collectively work to address these. The issues raised will (where appropriate) feed into the agendas for Community Forum meetings and help shape a Locality Plan for each locality.

It is not intended that this website is used to report specific issues, but rather generate a free flowing discussion about issues in your local area. If you have specific incidents to report, please e-mail: contactcentre@rugby.gov.uk or telephone 01788 533533

In order to join in a discussion you will need to register on the site which will take a few minutes.

The website can be accessed from: http://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/communityforumsonline

Comments can also be made by e-mailing the Rugby Area Partnership Team – rugbyoffice@warwickshire.gov.uk or by writing to us at: Rugby Area Partnership Team, Town Hall, Evreux Way, Rugby, CV21 2RR.

Please click on title link for further details.

Enjoy and dance to Jama live Latin/Afro/Funk Music (Salsa, samba, calypso, hi life etc) in comfortable restaurant surroundings. Meet other Salsa and Latin music lovers, dancers and musicians. Make new friends and meet people interested in other cultures. Practice your Spanish language skills. Relax and enjoy good food, wine etc with Spanish food and drinks! Outside in garden in good weather. Regular 1.30-4pm on 1st Saturday of every month. Kids welcome. Great vibe!!
At Vermillion Restaurant 7A Eastfield Place Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 3AT
Telephone: 01788 550222
Check out the band and music at http://www.jamamusic.co.uk

Article from telegraph.co.uk - Company selling food past its best-before date thrives in economic crisis
By Murray Wardrop
Last Updated: 1:52AM GMT 11 Jan 2009

A company which specialises in selling food past its best-before date has seen a 10-fold rise in sales as shoppers hunt for bargains in the economic crisis.

For the rest of the article please click on the title link.

An exciting opportunity to learn and perform Ugandan traditional music at workshops for new members on Sunday afternoons in Leamington Spa. Learn xylophone, thumb piano, drums, shaker, tube fiddle, singing and dance.
Please see attatched for workshops dates and times

Venue : Bath Place Community Centre
Cost : £5 each or £20 for all five

Places are limited so book early to secure your place. A £10 deposit is required at time of booking.

Contact
Helen or Nigel for more information. Helen Liebling-Kalifani t : 07905 632323 e : helenliebling@hotmail.com
or Nigel Sadler t : 07718 513100 e : nigsadler@yahoo.co.uk
http://www.embairestrikesback.org http://www.sebyntege.co.uk

EMBAIRE STRIKES BACK an exciting 21-key Ugandan xylophone group based in Leamington Spa.
Performed at last year's Big Africa Event at the Town Hall

Please click on title link for further details.

A recent change to the law now means that you can add your name to the register of electors at any time throughout the year. If you do not register then you cannot exercise your democratic right to vote in any election. It is also much harder to obtain credit.

Contact details:
Elections and Member Services
Email: elections@rugby.gov.uk
Telephone:(01788) 533595
Fax: (01788) 533577
Address: Rugby Borough Council
Town Hall
Evreux Way
Rugby
CV21 2RR

For further details click here.

Are you looking for money for a small organisation or project? Heart of England Community Foundation still has £142K of grass roots money for Warwickshire to spend by 31st March 09. Visit http://www.wcava.org.uk/heart-england-esf-and-grassroots-grants for more information or contact Carol Davies, Grants Officer on 02476 884 442.

For two years from 1st April 2009 the Ken Marriott Leisure Centre will be offering free swimming for the following people:

1. Anyone aged 16 years and under;
2. Anyone aged 60 years and over.

Registration forms to apply for a swimming membership card will be available from 16th March 2009 from:

1. The Ken Marriott Centre
2. Online at www.dcleisurecentre.co.uk
3. The Rugby Borough Council Customer Service Desk at the Town Hall.

Please click on the title link for further details.

The credit crunch is likely to affect us all in one way or another. But some are in a better position to cope.

Whilst not able to give direct financial advice, your local Councils are keen to offer what support they can to those suffering the effects of the economic slowdown.

Please click on the title link for the rest of the article.

Do you fancy a return to jogging or running? Could you help to inspire other women in New Bilton to take part? If you answered ‘yes’ to either of these questions you could be the individuals we’re looking for. Please click on th title link for further details.

Warwickshire Police are recruiting Student Officers for to join the Force in 2009/10. In order to apply to Warwickshire Police you are advised to log onto http://www.policecouldyou.co.uk and download the application form. When you have completed the form please send it to: ~

For the rest of the details please click on the title link.

To help everyone recycle more, and so improve the environment, there will be significant changes to the recycling & refuse services in Rugby and these will be introduced in April 2009.

Each household will be provided with three bins:-

For further details please click on the title link.

If you know of anyone, who in your opinion, deserves an award, please fill in the form (downloadable from http://www.rugby.gov.uk/sportsawards and submit as requested.
Amy Carter
Sports Development Officer
Rugby Borough Council
Planning & Culture
Town Hall
Evreux Way
Rugby
CV21 2RR
Office: 01788 533748
Fax: 01788 533707
Email: amy.carter@rugby.gov.uk

"WHICH" are offering a free booklet titled "Easy Use PC Guide". Aimed at new users it is written in plain English.
To get a copy telephone 0800 432 00222 and quote reference EASYPC.

The final meeting of the group was held on 11th November 2008 at the Indian Social Club.
Members were pleased to note that work on the two pedestrian controlled Puffin Crossings on Lawford Road was now well underway. The Pinfold Street crossing is nearing completion, and as soon as it is up and running the Holly Bush Zebra Crossing will be upgraded to Puffin. The group thanked County Councillor Doug Hodkinson for all the effort that he had put in to bring this long awaited project to fruition, and also Kerry Horsman-Gray and her colleagues at St. Oswald’s School for organising the petition that had been so instrumental in actually getting the ball rolling.
Items to forward to the incoming reNEW Forum (which will take over the work of the Action Groups) were then finalised as “Safer Routes to Schools”; improvements to certain paths and alleyways in New Bilton (currently underway); parking and traffic problems on some roads; consideration of a 7.5t weight restriction on Jubilee Street.
Members were pleased that all of the groups meetings since reNEW had started in 2005 had been well attended, and membership during its three year life had trebled from the original five people. A number of projects had been undertaken during this time.
Finally, the group thanked Ish Mistry and the Indian Social Club for hosting all of our meetings at such an excellent venue.

The first meeting of the reNEW Forum will be on Wednesday 26th November 2008 at St. Oswald’s Primary School, Addison Road, starting at 6.30pm. All reNEW area residents and people working in the area are cordially invited to come along.

Brief Report for NBCA from reNEW R & T Group meeting, Tuesday 9th September 2008.

As this would probably be the penultimate gathering of R & T as such, it was very gratifying to have an attendance of fourteen at the start of the meeting.
Drains in Bridget Street/Avenue Road had been cleared as requested but later in the same day the roads had been resurfaced resulting in some of the top dressing of tar and chippings entering the drains, and also being introduced into homes as people entered!
Caravans (2) had again appeared on the Jubilee St/Avenue Road car park, together with fly-tipping. Jamie will follow this up with the appropriate RBC officer.
New Group projects for completion during the remainder of the 2008/9 financial year were listed as improvements to (i) Alleyway between Victoria Avenue and Gladstone Street, (ii) Path running from Johnson Avenue – Pavillions development, (iii) Path running from Lawford Road to Bridle Road adjacent to Lawford Bridge Court.
Ben had contacted Lynn Harding, WCC Traffic Systems Officer re “Safer Routes to Schools” and had sent the report by the group detailing three school routes that could do with attention. Ms Harding will walk the routes shortly and assess what can be done..
The next – and probably final - meeting of the group will be on Tuesday 11th November 2008 at the Indian Club, 6.00pm.

(After the meeting an email was received from Cty Cllr Doug Hodkinson advising that no objections had been received during the WCC consultation regarding the proposed installation of the two Puffin Crossings on Lawford Road between Campbell St and Jubilee St. Work can now go ahead and the new crossings should be in place by around the Half-Term break. At Doug’s prompting, Officers are also looking towards a general upgrading of the tarmac surfaces around the Campbell St/New St junctions with Lawford Road).

The Trading Standards Office are making people aware of the following scams. Please click on title link for further details.

These are local community-based mutual aid networks in which people exchange all kinds of goods and services with one another, without the need for money. For further information visit http://www.letslinkuk.net.

Members of NBCA attended the inaugural meeting of this network earlier this year and subscribes to this newsletter. If you are a management committee member or a trustee of a charity, community group or voluntary organisation you might find it useful.

Click on link to view the July 2008 and previous Trustees Together News issue.

Find out about courses starting in September. For dates and what's on at each centre, visit http://www.warkscol.ac.uk or call 0800 783 67 67.

STOP PRESS!!!!
Worried about drugs? If any drug issues are affecting you and your family and friends, please drop in to see us every Wednesday between 2 and 4 pm at the New Bilton Community Centre, 1 Gladstone Street. Our service is confidential. For further information, please contact Giuliana Davies, Cranstoun Drug Services, 1 Regent Place, Rugby CV21 2PJ, tel 01788 569 582, email sdavies@cranstoun.org.uk.

Cranston Drug Services, Warwickshire - a community drug agency. Please click here and here to find out more.

For the article written by Edward Palusinski, Chair of reNEW Local Economy Group, click on the title link.

Shopmobility is helping hundreds of residents and visitors to visit town centres for shopping, leisure and recreation

Here to help people with mobility difficulties. Our details on the Coventry, Bedworth, Nuneaton, Stratford and Leamington schemes ensure you get a smooth ride. All schemes provide electric scooters and wheel chairs for those with permanent or temporary limited disability. Some schemes are agents for the sale of scooters and accessories.

For their addresses please click on the title link.

At present there are no plans for a shopmobility scheme in Rugby.

Can you answer yes to some or all of these questions? If you can, we want to hear from you!

* Do you consider yourself to have come from an ethnic minority background?
* Are you in a shared or dual-heritage relationship, or are you a single person?
* Are you interested in Adoption?
* Do you live in, or just over the borders of Warwickshire?

Please click on title link for further details.

Neighbourhood Watch works! If you’re interested in setting-up a Neighbourhood Watch in your street or want to know if there’s already one up-and-running, please call 01788 533 575, email info@rugbynhw.co.uk, or write to Rugby Borough Neighbourhood Watch, c/o The Retreat, Newbold Road, Rugby, CV21 2LG. Visit the website at www.rugbynhw.co.uk
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The first issue of this new magazine for Rugby women was published in January 2008. Contains addresses and contacts of companies that provide pampering, travel, fitness, food, courses, shopping etc. For further information visit www.thingsforme.co.uk or if you have any enquiries, email emily@thingsforme.co.uk

Central Networks - Safer Environment Fund has launched a new fund to support community projects that will have a positive and lasting impact on the local environment.

Please click on title link for further details.

The Minibus Brokerage Scheme is now available for bookings in the evenings and weekends as well as 9am to 5pm.

Please click on title link for further details.

The New Year brings an exciting opportunity for girls and young women aged 14 to 25 to enjoy some great activities, make new friends, gain experience and awards to add to their National Record of Achievement and CV.

Please click on title link for further details.

The Tenant Times is a quarterly newsletter sent to all of the Council's tenants. It is compiled and written by an editorial panel consisting of tenants and council officers.

Please click the following link to download the latest edition.

The Rugby Borough Credit Union is located within Rugby CVS and is vitally important in tackling issues of financial exclusion,enjoy reading their e-zine packed with lots of savings and investment ideas.