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  • Tŷ Pawb and Llangollen Eisteddfod join up for a week of festivities…

    Tŷ Pawb and Llangollen Eisteddfod join up for a week of festivities…

    There’s just a few days to go before thousands of music fans descend upon North Wales for the Llangollen International Music Eisteddfod!

    As part of Tŷ Pawb’s partnership with the Eisteddfod, we’re delighted to announce some very special performances which will be taking place in Wrexham and Llangollen during the festival week.

    From Zimbabwe to Tŷ Pawb

    On Thursday July 4 at 1pm you’ll be able to see one of the acts from the Eisteddfod, Zimbabwean children’s dance group, Mother Touch, performing at Tŷ Pawb.

    Mother Touch Dance Group is a group of children from age 5 to 16, which was formed in 2010.

    Their goal is to give children the opportunity to express their talent, learn to appreciate culture, heritage, as well as working as a team, while displaying the diverse cultures of Zimbabwe.

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    Representing Wrexham

    Tŷ Pawb will be taking some of Wrexham’s finest talent to perform in Llangollen during Eisteddfod week

    Classical guitarist, Achille Jones will be joining Italian Coro Serpeddì Sinnai for a special performance at St Collen’s Church In Llangollen on Friday 5 July at 1pm.

    Then at 2pm on Friday (right after Achille’s performance) you’ll be able to enjoy more fine music from Wrexham at the Centenary Square collaboration.

    Teenage singer/songwriter sensation, Megan Lee will be performing at the square, as will Cor DAW, a group of Welsh learners based in Wrexham who perform medleys of songs by artists including Elton John, Stevie Wonder, ABBA and more. They perform all the songs in Welsh – and in costume!

    Spoken word artist and Tŷ Pawb Poet in Residence, Evrah Rose, will also be performing at the Square.

    Tŷ Pawb will have a stall on the festival site during Eisteddfod week so feel free to pop and see us if you’re out enjoying the music!

    Music from across the world

    There’ll be some amazing musicians from across the world performing at the Eisteddfod throughout the week, including Jools Holland, Rolando Villazón, and Gypsy Kings, as well the Choir of the World concert with Catrin Finch!

    And if live bands is more your thing then don’t forget Llanfest, which takes place on Sunday July 7. This year’s headliners include The Fratellis, The Coral, The Pigeon Detectives, Dodgy and more!

    Visit the website for more information on how to get tickets

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  • Continental Market Opens Tomorrow!

    Continental Market Opens Tomorrow!

    Lord Street will be brought to life with the sights, sounds and smells of the continent from tomorrow when a new Continental Market opens for business on Lord Street – and it will be here for four days!

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    There’ll be a mix of international themed traders showcasing a host of street food options to tempt the taste buds. 🙂

    It’s open between 10.30am and 5.30pm and it’s here until Saturday.

    The event is operated by The Public Markets; a Manchester-based events management company in association with ourselves.

    For more information contact Ann on 07903 430875.

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  • Counselling support for young people in Wrexham

    Counselling support for young people in Wrexham

    This blog is one of a number of stories we will be posting about Youth Work Week 2019

    Our young people’s counselling team, Outside In, works across Wrexham, with services provided at eight primary schools, all of our secondary schools and the Info Shop on Lambpit Street which offers sessions up to the age of 25.

    The team is made up of experienced counsellors, all of whom can tailor their sessions according to each individual’s needs and wishes.

    Young people can be referred to counsellors by school staff, pupils themselves, parents, school nurses and others.

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    Each young person receives an individualised approach to attaining their goals, which could be helping them to reduce social isolation, specific work on confidence and self-esteem, managing their emotions including anger, bullying, and/ or self-harm.

    Counselling is extremely important because we need to take care of ourselves both mentally and physically. Counselling can support young people with education, training and employment, relationships and many other areas of their life that they may not feel able to speak to anyone else about, such as LGBT issues, gender identity, sexuality, family issues, and anxiety.

    Cllr Andrew Atkinson, Lead Member for Youth Services and Anti-Poverty, said: “The Outside In team does incredible work in providing a reassuring and confidential setting for young people to discuss a variety of issues that may be causing mental health conditions, or other problems in their day-to-day lives.

    “Any young person who thinks that they might benefit from some counselling should get in touch – there’s no need for them to stay silent or feel alone.”

    Drop In

    There is also a counselling drop in session at the INFO shop from 10am until 12pm every Tuesday.  This gives young people the opportunity to speak to a counsellor and for the counsellor to assess the needs of the young person who may be in crisis or requiring additional support.

    More info here 

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  • Want to build up your traditional building skills?

    Want to build up your traditional building skills?

    Maybe you’re a trainee working your way up the world of construction.

    Maybe you’re a contractor looking to improve the skills of your workforce when it comes to dealing with traditional (pre-1919) buildings.

    Maybe you’re a sole trader looking to widen your skillset and train further in some unique skills which can help you take on a wider range of construction projects.

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    Either way, you’ll be interested in these upcoming courses.

    And better still, they’re all free, thanks to our Traditional Building Skills programme.

    Interested? Read on for more info.

    Four free courses throughout the summer

    The courses and dates arranged so far are listed below – just click on each one for a poster with more details.

    Each of the courses takes place at Coleg Cambria’s Bersham Road Campus, Wrexham (LL13 7UH).

    If you’re interested in any of the courses above, get in touch with our Traditional Building Skills team by e-mail on david.davies@wrexham.gov.uk or janine.began@wrexham.gov.uk.

    The courses above are free thanks to funding from CWIC and the Wrexham Traditional Building Skills Programme; which has been funded through the Welsh Government Rural Communities – Rural Development Programme 2014 – 2020, which is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the Welsh Government

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  • More news for Techniquest Glyndŵr and the town centre!

    More news for Techniquest Glyndŵr and the town centre!

    There’s further good news for the town centre today as Techniquest Glyndŵr announce it has secured major funding of £2.5 million from the Inspiring Science Fund and Welsh Government in conjunction with ourselves. This will contribute to the overall project cost of £2.8 million

    It means the Wrexham based science centre will finally be able to realise its long-held dream of moving to the town centre into the empty former TJ Hughes building.

    The move will enable the Science Centre to make use of the much larger premises to offer an ambitious programme of science events and a much wider selection of interactive exhibits to the public and schools from across North Wales and North West England.

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    £750,000 has been secured in partnership with Wrexham County Borough Council from the Welsh Government’s Targeted Regeneration Investment Programme will enable acquisition and refurbishment of this key property. The £1.75million funding awarded comes from the ‘Inspiring Science Fund’ and is intended to boost greater engagement and interest in science and technology amongst under-represented groups across the UK.

    The bid for funding had the support of several key agencies in Wrexham including Wrexham Glyndŵr University and ourselves as we support the regeneration of the town centre.

    The plans outlined in the bid have also received widespread public support, demonstrated by the large numbers of local people who visited the temporary science centre pop up over the summer months when it was open during Wrexham’s series of monthly street festivals.

    Local businesses in the town centre have also expressed their approval for the proposal to create a new town centre attraction which they see will help with the long term economic future of the town.

    Many have been backing the #MyTQG campaign over the last year and everyone from local government, businesses and the public have been right behind it.

    Techniquest Glyndŵr are now looking to local industry to support them financially and in kind as they work hard over the next two years to develop the site and even more exciting projects.

    The award of the funding begins an intensive 12-month period during which the town centre building will be purchased and converted into a fully operational science centre to replace the existing centre on the Plas Coch Campus of Wrexham Glyndŵr University.

    Leader of the Council, Cllr Mark Pritchard said: “This is excellent news for Techniquest Glyndŵr and the town centre. It will really open up this part of town once again and I would like to both congratulate staff and thank them for their hard work in securing this funding. The development will be part of the town centre regeneration which will see the Henblas Street and Chester Street areas brought into residential and retail use. With an announcement expected soon about the former BHS store the future is looking bright for this area of town.”

    Scot Owen, Techniquest Glyndŵr Centre Manager said: “We’re thrilled to have secured the future of Techniquest Glyndŵr within the heart of our community here in Wrexham. This move has been part of our vision for quite some time and now we’re able to actively begin to put our plans in place.

    Techniquest Glyndŵr is committed to Wrexham and the town centre community, which goes hand in hand with inspiring young minds through STEM subjects. Having somewhere so embedded within the community will only be a positive for all.
    We now continue to look forward in what is a very exciting time for both ourselves and Wrexham as a whole, with a fantastic opportunity to create something special for our region.

    Lynda Powell, Director of North Wales Science said: “This is absolutely great news – for Techniquest Glyndŵr, for Wrexham town centre, and for STEM in North and Mid Wales.

    “This funding will help secure Techniquest Glyndŵr in a key town centre location – one which is seeing a range of private and public sector investment. The development will be a key part of the regeneration of our town centre.

    “It means that Wrexham Glyndŵr University can continue extending the community work it has been doing with its portfolio of science, technology, engineering and mathematics courses. That work is an investment in our regional skills base that has been has developed alongside industry partners, and it will help to boost our economy for years to come.”

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  • Calling little scribblers!

    Calling little scribblers!

    Do you know a child that could write a truly amazing story?

    If you do, they could bag 480 books for their school*, along with a RocketBook and a £50 Amazon voucher for themselves.

    Welsh Libraries have teamed up with their friends, Alzheimer’s Society Cymru, to help raise awareness about dementia and they need incredible stories.

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    Think about some of your favourite memories…a trip to the seaside with your grandad, baking with gran or maybe even fighting dragons at a castle! Now, could wonderful memories be turned into a spectacular story?

    Every day, 480 people across the UK develop dementia, and memory loss plays a part in someone’s journey with dementia.

    Stories will be judged by authors and people living with dementia across Wales, and they will award the first prize and prizes for two lucky runners-up.

    Closing date for entries is August 15, 2019 and stories can be sent in from children and young people under 16.

    Stories are to be handed in to your local library – no longer than 480 words. Entries need to have the writers name, age and school (class name too) at the end of the story. We welcome stories written in any language. We would also love to see illustrations to go with the story!! Stories can also be emailed as a Word document to dementiafriendly@cardiff.gov.uk

    We look forward to reading all about lots of wonderful memories.

    *Welsh Libraries will work closely with the winning school to carefully select the 480 books. For more details, please contact dementiafriendly@cardiff.gov.uk

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  • “For the first time in a long time I feel as though I am on the right track”

    “For the first time in a long time I feel as though I am on the right track”

    This blog is one of a number of stories we will be posting about Youth Work Week 2019

    In2change is a youth work project based in The Info Shop. They offer a confidential service to young people aged 11-18 years’ old who live in or attend education in Wrexham. They look to support people who are using, have previously used or considering using drugs or alcohol.

    The aim is to empower young people to make informed decisions. The service consists of a variety of interventions based around each young person’s needs and wishes.

    Work with young people may include harm reduction, relapse prevention, planned reductions, introducing / increasing social activities, diversionary activities, work on anger, sleep, hygiene, confidence & self-esteem.  In2change also deliver informal education sessions in schools and Youth groups on topics around drugs and alcohol.

    Quote from a young person: “In2change I find have really helped me when I have needed the support. I have never been judged and I always feel thoroughly well looked after and moving forward all the time. I enjoy working with the team because for the first time in a long time I finally feel as though I’m on track”.

    For more information about youth work and services in Wrexham, visit Young Wrexham

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  • 11-25? Be a part of the important issues!

    11-25? Be a part of the important issues!

    This week is Youth Work Week and throughout the week we will be publishing articles about the different areas of youth work the council provides and supports.

    This first article is focusing on the Senedd Yr Ifanc (Wrexham Youth Parliament).

    So, what’s the aim of Senedd Yr Ifanc?

    Senedd Yr Ifanc works hard to tackle the issues that are important to people aged 11-25. The aim is to give young people a place at the debating table when it comes to the big changes that could affect the rest of their lives.

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    When do they meet?

    The Senedd meets every last Monday of the month in Wrexham Guildhall. The meetings are structured with formal and informal sections. During a Senedd meeting professionals will come to speak to the Senedd to gather the views and opinions of specific issues. Senedd meetings can also include debates, issue based work groups, training, consultations and much more.

    How do I become a representative?

    Any young person can become a representative of the Senedd.  They will be responsible for ensuring that the views of other young people from their group, forum, school etc. are considered in matters affecting young people across the county. As a representative, they are also responsible for feeding any information, answers and updates from the Senedd back to youth groups, forum, school etc.

    The Senedd gives young people the chance to have their say and a voice on matters that affect them.

    For more information about Senedd Yr Ifanc and how to raise issues and how to become a member visit Young Wrexham.

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  • Get Public Protection Alerts direct into your mailbox

    Get Public Protection Alerts direct into your mailbox

    As part of Scam Aware month we’re asking you to sign up to our “Public Protection” email alerts so you can stay up to date with all scams, rogue traders or false advertising claims that will try and con you out of your hard earned cash or steal your personal details.

    It’s a simple idea but one that could save you, your family, colleagues and friends a lot of heartache and financial loss.

    All you have to do is click the link, put in your email address and select “Public Protection” and every time we put out a warning article about scams or cons or any concerns raised by Public Protection that we’re aware of you’ll receive the article via an email. It’s free and could save you a fortune.

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    • Did you know there were 3.5 million incidents of fraud for the year ending September 2018?
    • 75 is the average age of reported scam victims
    • £4,500 was found to be the average financial loss for those aged between 59-75 year olds
    • Victims of cyber crime fraud are more likely to be aged between 41-60

    A lot of us believe that only elderly people are targeted, but we’d be wrong. 🙁 Anyone can be targeted, which means we are all at risk. And there are dozens of scams from investment scams to simpler scams like an email offering you a refund on your council tax that we may just fall for!

    STOP, REPORT, TALK is the main message from this year’s campaign and if you are sent an email out of the blue, have a knock on the door with an offer to do some household work such as fixing guttering, receive a phone call offering you a great deal on a property or anything similar remember to STOP, REPORT, TALK

    Always remember! If it sounds too good to be true it probably is.

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    “What do I do if I suspect a scam?”

    There are three things you can do:

    1. STOP – Get advice from the Citizens Advice service on 03454 04 05 06 (03454 04 05 05 Cymraeg)
    2. REPORT – Report scams or suspected scams to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or at www.actionfraud.police.uk. Action Fraud is the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and internet crime. Remember – if debit cards, online banking or cheques are involved in the scam then your first contact should be your bank or credit card company.
    3. TALK – Tell family, friends, neighbours so they can avoid scams and find out how to protect themselves.

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  • Food waste recycling – some handy tips

    Food waste recycling – some handy tips

    Do you recycle food waste? In Wrexham, with weekly collections, free caddies and free caddy liners, it’s definitely easier than ever to recycle your leftovers.

    With that in mind, we thought we’d give you a short list of handy tips to help you become a recycling superhero.

    And even if you already recycle food, you still might find some of these tips useful 🙂

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    Handy tips

    – Having a barbecue? Take your food caddy outside with you and pop any bones or leftovers inside as you go along. It makes cleaning up afterwards much easier…just make sure you shut the lid to avoid any pesky flies.

    – Running low on caddy liners? Tie an empty liner to your caddy handle on your collection day and we’ll leave you a new roll. Simple as that!

    – Enjoy a morning brew? Tea bags can be recycled in your food caddy. More of a coffee person? Well, the same goes for any leftover/out of date coffee granules too.

    – Got something going mouldy in your fridge? Pop it in a caddy liner and put it straight into your larger food caddy ready to be collected. Remember your caddy gets emptied every week…if you put in your black bin, it’ll sit there for a couple of weeks and get stinky.

    – Got an uneaten ready meal? All the food is recyclable in your food caddy, plus you can recycle any cardboard boxes and plastic trays too…just make sure they’re clean when you recycle them.

    – Fancy an ice lolly? When it’s sunny, most of us are partial to an ice lolly, but what do you do with the wooden stick? Because these, like any wooden cutlery, can be recycled in your food caddy!

    – Got a fussy family member that doesn’t eat all the food you make for them? Whether it’s your grandkid, child or sibling, make sure the leftovers get recycled in your food caddy.

    – Fancy giving our one-week challenge a go? This is for the people that don’t currently recycle food…yes, we can hear you – “I don’t recycle food because I don’t really have any leftovers”. Give food recycling a go for a week, you’ll be surprised by how many leftovers you actually have. You can order a caddy for free from our website if you need one.

    You can view a detailed list of what can be recycled as food waste here.

    “A number of benefits”

    Cllr David A Bithell, Lead Member for Environment and Transport says, “More and more people are starting to recycle their food waste, but we know that we can do even better. There are a number of benefits to recycling your food waste, such as weekly collections and free caddy liners, and we want to encourage people to take advantage of these.”

    Another one of these benefits is having extra space in your black bin…find out why ‘Space Is Ace’ by taking our fun recycling quiz.

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