Autumn-Winter time credits menu 2013

Welcome to Timeplace! Time credits are a community currency, they can be earned by volunteering your time to the local community, in return for one hours volunteering you can receive one time credit that is then worth one hours of activity. This menu demonstrates some of the ways you can earn and spend time credits in Ely, Caerau and Fairwater. Please come and join us, we would love to see you! This is part of the Communities Currencies in Action project, part-funded through the Interreg NEW Programme. For more information contact ACE on 02920 003132 or visit www.aceplace.co.uk

Give time, get credit!

Welcome to the Timeplace menu. In this booklet you will be able to find out where to spend your Time Credits and how you can earn them. Time credits are a community currency operating in Ely, Caerau and Fairwater. For every hour of time you give to a registered project, you will receive one Time Credit. You can spend your Time Credits on selected activities at any of the Spices Time Credit partners, at some community events and activities also on a range of community trips. Spice are working hard to ensure that there are lots of places where you can earn and spend your Time Credits; if you have any ideas about where you would like to earn and spend then please get in touch with Annemarie@elycaerau.com. The Timeplace project is a partnership between Spice www.justaddspice.org and Action Caerau Ely www.aceplace.org as part of the Community Currencies In Action project part-funded through the Interreg IVB North West Europe Programme. Together we aim to create an active, reciprocal community where people feel like their contributions are valued, where people feel connected and where citizens coproduce the changes they would like to see.

Spend your credits with our wonderful partners

Please do be aware that all companies and organisations that offer their services and activities to this menu do so as a gesture of goodwill, please show your appreciation when spending your credits to ensure that we can keep our partners on board! (All opportunities in this menu are subject to terms and conditions and may be altered without notice) Places on all trips and activities are strictly limited and we cannot guarantee availability. Please follow instructions in the menu to secure your place.

LONDON

Sherman Theatre
Limited tickets available, to reserve please contact 0292064 6900 and state you wish to pay with time credits.

Date

Name

Time
7pm

25th September Its a family affair Alexander Ostrovsky's debut comedy is a scathing satire of a vulgar and 12th October Adult only deluded society, where blackmail and hypocrisy abound, the rouble rules,
and everyone can be bought, sold or borrowed.

10th October

North North North

Using an international cast and a delightful mix of projection, physical theatre, storytelling and live music, NIE invite you to join them on an exhilarating journey into one of the worlds last great wilderness areas.

8pm

17th / 18th October

Free Folk

Gary Owen's Free Folk throws five strangers together on a dark, stormy night in the forest. Who will be left come the morning?

8pm

22nd October

Jeremy Hardy 7.30pm 15+ Jeremy Hardy has been a stand-up comic since 1984 and will be one until
he dies or wins the lottery

22nd /23rd October

Out of the Shadow

Out of the Shadow is an extraordinary mix of breaking, popping and locking, contemporary dance, acrobatics and ballet. It tells a cautionary tale, from the creation of the Universe and evolution of man through to an imaginary apocalyptic future.

7.30pm

24th / 25th October

Monkey Bars

14+ offers a revelatory insight into what children are trying to tell us about
their lives that we don't always hear.

Monkey Bars is a funny and endlessly surprising verbatim show which

8pm

30th October 2nd November family friendly! 5th9th November

BOING!
In this enchanting mix of comedy, acrobatics and dazzling breakdance, Wilkie and Joel are drawn into ever more riotous games that turn their bed into a giant trampoline.

4pm Wed 11am & 2.30pm ThursSat 7.30pm

1984
Its ideas have become our ideas, and Orwell's fiction is often said to be our reality. The definitive book of the 20th century is re-examined in a new staging exploring surveillance, identity and how thinking you can fly might actually be the first step to flying.

14th November Adult only 6th December4th January Family friendly 8th/9th November and 9th December to 4th January Age 3+

Alice (please note this production is not child friendly)

In true Volcano fashion, plunge with us down the rabbit-hole into a 21stcentury asylum adventure, full of ambition, distraction, uglification, and derision.

7.30pm

Sleeping Beauties
There once was a Queen and her servant, Rose. Rose had a daughter, Eve, and the Queen had everything except the one thing she most desperately wanted, a child. She would do anything for a child, even make a promise to a witch.

Corina pavlova and the Lions Roads

Join Corina for an exciting adventure filled with animals of all shapes and sizes in a festive treat for all the family, full of singing, dancing and roaring!

Various see www.sher mancymru .co.uk for details

Chapter Arts-Cinema Screenings

Market St, Canton. Time credits can be exchanged for all film screenings. All films 2 credits To book call 02920 311050 Visit www.chapter.org to see whats on

Young Wales
One hour photographic shoot. Up to 1000 pictures put on to disc for you to take away. Preferably term time 9am-2pm other times subject to availability To book call Bridey Edwards 01443 494660 bridley@youngwales.org

Ferndale Skate Park

Access to Ferndale Skate and BMX park Groups of no more than 3 people Credits can be used between 12 & 3pm www.ferndaleskatepark.co.uk Unit 18-20 Highfield Industrial Estate Ferndale, Rhondda Cynon Taff 01443 732800

Jump Soft Play Centre

Entry to jump soft play centre in Llanishen. 1 time credit per adult ticket 2 time credits per child ticket www.123jump.co.uk

Jungle Jacks play centre,

Time credits not accepted on the door, only by prior arrangement. Please contact 02920 566132 to arrange to visit. www.junglejacksplay.co.uk

Three Horseshoes play barn

Access to play barn at Three Horseshoes Inn. 1 time credit per child per hour. Telephone 01446 710428 Three Horseshoes, Moulton, nr Barry.

Style Studio
Well equipped salon at Michaelston college, open during term time. Use your time credits for cutting and barbering, blow drying, nail painting, facials and pedicures. Pop in or call to book. Available Mon-Thurs 9.30-2.30. 07546 572765, Michealston Rd, Ely 2 time credits per treatment

Bowlplex
Nantgarw, Treforest Industrial Estate. 01443 844944 Groups of no more than 4 Available Mon-Fri only No access during Easter or half term 1 time credit=1 game of bowling or 1 hr of pool

No Fit State Circus

Monday 5.00-6.00 Youth Circus ( 5-7 yrs) 5.00-6.30 ( 8-11 yrs ) Tuesday 6.00-7.30 Tumbling ( 16+ ) 7.00-8.30 Acrobalance ( 16+ ) Wednesday 6.00-8.00 Youth Circus Thursday 6.00-7.30 Hula hoop ( 16+ ) 7.30-8.45 Unicycle ( all age under 16's must be accompanied by a responsible adult ) 7.30-10.00 Adult Circus ( Juggling, diabolo, tightwire etc ) ( 16+ )

Office@nofitstate.com www.nofitstate.com 02920 221330 John St, Cardiff

NEW Cheerleading classes!

We would like to give central explosion cheerleading a very warm welcome to our network! You can now access the following class with your time credits Wednesday Cardiff Central Youth Club, Ocean Park, Ocean Way, Cardiff CF24 5HF 6.30pm - 7.30pm age 10-adult!

For more info and to book please contact or feel free to just turn up on the night centralexplosion@gmail.com 07780 773366 Www.centralexplosioncheerleading.com

Cardiff Leisure
You can use time credits at the following times in all Cardiff Leisure centres Gym & Swim Mon-Thurs 2-5pm & Fri 4-7pm Sat & Sun 2-5pm Gym only Tues 9.30am-12.30pm All activities will cost 3 time credits ( t his is because you may use the facilities for up to 3 hours if you wish )

Welsh College of Music & Drama

Limited tickets available for selected shows 23rd October RWC big band 2nd Nov When we are married 27th Nov Chamber winds 7th Dec Rent Tel: +44 (0)29 2039 1391 Email: boxoffice@rwcmd.ac.uk For more info check out their website at www.rwcmd.ac.uk

St Davids Hall
Limited tickets available, to reserve please contact 02920 878500 and state you wish to pay with time credits.
16/10/2013: Tchaikovsky Symphony Orchestra of Moscow Radio 7:30pm 22/10/2013: Rustem Kudoyarov Lunchtime Concert 1pm 30/10/2013: Eliza Carthy & Tim Eriksen Roots Unearthed 8pm 05/11/2013: Martin Baker Lunchtime Concert 1pm 12/11/2013: Sinfonia Cymru Lunchtime Concert 1pm 18/11/2013: Czech National Symphony Orchestra 7:30pm 19/11/2013: Ruth Wall 3 Harps Lunchtime Concert 1pm 19/11/2013: Craig Campbell 8pm ( C anadian Comedian, supported Frankie Boyle and appeared on Russell Howard s Good News, Comedy Roadshow ) 26/11/2013: Mabon Roots Unearthed 8pm

Cardiff Campsite
Pontcanna Street, Cardiff, CF11 9XR Cardiff Caravan Park is situated in 300 acres of beautiful parkland in the heart of Cardiff City Centre. The site is an ideal base from which to explore the many attractions in and around the city including Bute Park, Cardiff Caste and the Millennium Stadium. To book please contact the campsite directly stating that you wish to pay with time credits. Phone: 02920398362 Email: cardiffcaravanpark@cardiff.gov.uk Website: http://www.cardiffcaravanpark.co.uk/content.asp

1 Nigh ts st time cr ay = 7 maxim edits um s 7 night tay s

Dragon Coast Roller Skating

Monday Holm View Lesiure centre, Barry 5-6pm Tuesday~ Western Leisure Centre, Cardiff 5.30-6.30pm Thursday ~ Holm View Leisure Centre, Barry 5-6pm Friday ~ Newport Centre, Newport 6-8pm Saturday- Cardiff City, House of Sport 10-12noon Sunday ~ Eastern Leisure Centre, Cardiff 11.30-1.30 1 time credit per person per hour plus skate hire fee. To book your skates please email hello@dragoncoastrsc.org.uk

National Botanical Gardens

The Garden aims to inspire, educate and conserve an amazing collection of over 8000 different plant varieties, spread across 560 acres of beautiful countryside. There are always plenty of activities for families to do in school holidays, and there is a diverse year round programme of events that will appeal to a wide range of visitors.
No access during Bank Holidays and Weekends; see website for opening times.

Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire, SA32 8HG 01558 667118 www.gardenofwales.org.uk Entry 4 Time Credits per person

Pembrey Country Park

Pembrey, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire ,SA16 0E www.carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Eight miles of golden sands at Cefn Sidan The longest toboggan run in Wales 130 metre long Dry Ski Slope Giant adventure playground Manicured parkland for frisbee, cricket, and football Large adventure playground Picnics & designated BBQ sites 8 Wildlife trails with set routes plus beach walks Natural parkland Corsican pine forest and conservation pond with bird hides

Time Credit activities on the menu at Pembrey:please pay at the park. Pitch & Putt = 2 time credits Crazy Golf = 1 time credit Car park entry = 4 time credits Coarse fishing = 4 time credits for one day (not over night) - fishing equipment will not be provided and own fishing licence needed.

Boulders Climbing Centre & NEW! Pebbles soft play

Climbing taster session, all training and equipment provided. Climbing taster session=2 time credits
Available Mon-Sun during regular opening hours

Max 2 people per session. Call 02920 484880 to book And NEW pebbles soft play
Pebbles soft play for children aged seven and under, a climbing adventure soft play area at Boulders. Children will have a blast playing in Pebbles; it's full of ups and downs, overs and unders, twists and turns, climbing and sliding. In fact there's a whole assortment of obstacles and challenges to encourage children to explore and play in a safe environment. The soft play in Pebbles is within Boulders and safely sectioned off from the rest of the climbing centre. Don't forget we have an onsite cafe that has child friendly menu options so parents are able to sit and relax while their little one tears around the soft play in Pebbles. The cafe serves hot and cold food and drinks. The seating area in Cardiff has been specially designed so that everything faces the soft play area, this means you'll get a great view of the kids playing whilst you take time out to relax. The cafe area in Cardiff also boosts super fast free WiFi and three pin plugs under the seats.

Pebbles soft play=1 time credit per child

Mon-Fri 9.30am-6.30pm

One off opportunity! Rugby League World Cup Opening Ceremony Plus England V Australia and Wales v Italy
Fabulous opportunity to attend the Opening ceremony of the Rugby League World Cup plus see England v Australia and Wales v Italy. Saturday 26th October Millennium Stadium, Cardiff 4 time credits per person Tickets available from ACE office ( above the housing office on Grand Ave, Cardiff )

Go APE! Margam Park

Go Ape offers two to three hours of fun and adventure. It s a great way to get outdoors and try some a little bit unique. Our high ropes adventure experience takes one lush, green forest and a healthy dollop of breathtaking scenery. Then we add a smattering of tree top high wire, tricky crossings ( u sing ladders, walkways, bridges and tunnels made of wood, rope and super-strong wire ) and unforgettable zip wires. Paticipants must be aged 10 years or older and taller than 1m40cm. Go Ape is open weekends and school holidays during October. 3 time credits per person to book call 01639 884003 Groups of up to 15 welcome ( must book in advance ) Available on the following dates 18th, 24th, 25th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st October, 1st November.

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LONDON
The Barbican
1 ticket for the Barbican Cinema Tues-Thurs only 2 Time Credits per person.
tickets must be purchased in advance either call 0207 638 8891 or at advanced box office up to 30mins before performance

Architecture and Backstage tours 2 Time Credits per person, tickets must be booked in
advance and spaces on tours are limited.

The Tower of London

Time Credits can be used at the Tower of London during normal opening hours, excluding the following periods in 2013:

Saturday 26th October - Sunday 3rd November, Friday 27th December - Tuesday 31st December
Tower of London, London, EC3N4AB 08444827777 www.hrp.org.uk/TowerOfLondon

2 time credits per person

St Pauls Cathedral
Timecredits can now be used to visit St Paul Cathedral St Paul's Cathedral sits at the top of Ludgate Hill, the highest point in the City of London. The cathedral is one of the most famous and most recognisable sights of London, with its dome, framed by the spires of Wren's City churches, having dominated the skyline for 300 years. The cathedral occupies a significant place in the national identity of the English population, having held important services including the funerals of Lord Nelson, the wedding of Charles, Prince of Wales, and Lady Diana Spencer, and the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II. St Paul's Cathedral is a busy working church with hourly prayer and daily services.

2 Time Credits per person Tel : 0207 246 8314

Mansion House
The Mansion House is located opposite the Bank of England at Bank Junction. Home and office of the Lord Mayor of the City of London, this unique building was built in the age of Hogarth and is a rare surviving Georgian town palace in central London. It was originally built to enable the Lord Mayor to represent the City in appropriate style; it also acts as a symbol of the City of London as the worlds leading international financial and trading centre. Although the Mansion House has undergone several redevelopments since it was built in 1758, it retains much of its original character. 1 Time Credit per person per tour Availability Public Tours of Mansion House run on a Tuesday afternoon around twice a month; please ring to check availability and to book tickets. Restrictions Public Tours of Mansion House are not suitable for children under 12 and children below this age will not be admitted using Spice Time Credits. Please note that tours can be cancelled at short notice subject to the demands on the building which is the home and office of the Lord Mayor of London. It is vital that members call in advance to check availability and that tours are running.

Tower Bridge Exhibition

Learn about the fascinating history and workings of Londons most famous bridge. You can use your time credits everyday of the year anytime before 12noon 2 time credits per person www.towerbridge.org.uk

Support local projects in Ely, Caerau and Fairwater

Community spending
Community Novelty Bingo
Novelty Bingo ( win prizes not cash! ) takes place every Friday at St Tims Church Rd, Heol Pennar, Caerau. Eyes down 7.30pm! 2 time credits payable on the door.

Action Caerau Ely

Equipment available for hire with time credits Trailer hire ( must have tow bar & insurance) Computer use-pc or mac Photocopying
( 1 time credit per 10 colour copies or 50 black and white copies )

Film equipment Gazebo s Contact fionaR@elycaerau.com or call 02920 873664

Re-create play services and arts Supplies

Equipment available for hire with time credits Play parachutes, giant jenga, giant connect 4, percussion set, circus skills, bubble machine, smoke machine, badge maker, potters wheel 5 time credits per day 10 time credits per weekend/2 days 15 time credits per week Plus 1 membership fee Phone 02920 578100

Cardiff Snowsports Centre

Junior ski school and other offers occasionally available! Please feel free to call the centre to see if they have any spare places on their regular tubing sessions and junior ski school as they might just be willing to take time credits if they have room! Cardiff snowsports centre Phone: +44 (0)29 20561793 http://skicardiff.co.uk/

** please note you need to wear long sleeves, trousers and gloves for all activities at the snowsports centre**

Swing Trio
Wednesday 20th November 2013 7pm Come along to an evening of entertainment by Tony Jacobs and friends. At St Davids Church, Cowbrdige Rd West, Ely. Tickets 2 time credits per person available from Communities first office, Grand Ave, Ely. Or see Jean O Keefe at St Davids/St Tims.

Rock and Roll night

Friday 29th November 7-late! Adults only! Ely West End Club, Cowbridge Road West all money raised donated to the work of Velindre Hospital. 2 time credits per ticket available from Communities First office

St Peters Church, Fairwater

St Peters Church, St Fagans Road, Fairwater
Coffee morning The 10.15am Wednesday morning Eucharist is followed by a coffee morning in the Community Hall. Everybody is welcome to join us for coffee, to relax and have a chat. A raffle is held each week with proceeds going to various nominated charities.2 Time credits per person CHOIR CONCERT The Llandaff ORIANA Ladies Choir 25th OCTOBER 7pm Please Book and tickets will be on the door for you. phone 02920 562551 One Table at the table top sale 2nd November 11-2pm (open to sellers from 9.30am) Must book by calling 02920 562551 3 Time Credits COMEDY DRAMA: Three act Farce
30th November 7pm

3 time Credits Phone to book a Time Credit Place 02920 562551 CHRISTMAS FAIR & GRAND PRIZE DRAW 23rd November Many Stalls * Fancy Dress Competition- Prizes for Children and Adults* All Day Refreshments* Free Christmas Craft for Children
11am-3pm 2 Credits per adult, children free

Gardening volunteers wanted!

Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursdays between 9 & 3.30pm at St Peters Community Garden, St Fagans Rd, Fairwater.

Trelai Sea Anglers

Welcome people to join them on the following trips, you can pay for membership and the trips with your time credits. Please book on with Dean by calling 07525 770290 Saturday 12th Ogmore Deeps 10.30am 3.30pm Meet Wilson Road 9am. Book in 10am. Friday 18thCardiff Barrage 4.30pm 8.30pm Meet Wilson Road 4pm. Book in 4.30pm Barrage. Saturday 26th Cold Knap to Life Boat bay Barry 9.30am 2.00pm Meet Wilson Road 9am. Book in 9.30am.

5 time credits per trip

50p per child or 1 time credit, includes drinks and snacks

Special needs theatre trip-sleeping beauties

Escape the support group for parents with children ADHD and conduct disorders. This special showing is designed for people who may find attending a regular performance more difficult. The lights will be on, loud noises will be kept to a minimum. Monday 30th December 2pm. Meet in the foyer of the Sherman theatre but tickets must be booked in advance by contacting Jess from Escape on 07876 826119.

Christmas Party
Community Mothers and Escape are hosting a Christmas Party 21st December 6-7pm Ely Baptist Church, Archer Rd, Ely. Get a picture with Santa and a present, enjoy some food ,soft drinks and party games 1 time credit per child

Family caravan holidays at Trecco Bay, Porthcawl

We have very limited availability of caravan rental at Trecco Bay, places will be offered on first come, first served basis. Deposit must be paid at time of booking. Monday 28th OctoberFriday 1st November 80 time credits for first 2 people then 20 time credits per person max 8 people (1 dble, 2 twin rooms) Must be reserved by booking with Communities First, deposit of 50 time credits must be paid when booking, balance must be paid 14 days before departure.

Time Credits Trips

London day trip
Join us for a day trip to London, transport from Ely provided and your then free to spend the day as you like. Bring your time credits and visit some of our great London partners, alternatively check out the xmas markets or hit the shops ! Saturday 7th December Coach leaving Ely 8am leaving London 6pm 6 time credits per person

Bristol Xmas Markets

Transport provided for a day trip to Bristol, spend your time checking out the Xmas markets, visit Santa in his grotto or have a wander round the shops and other attractions in Bristol. Sunday 15th December Coach leaving Ely 9.30am leaving Bristol 4.30pm 3 time credits per person

Santa Safari
Get into the Christmas spirit and enjoy a day on the santa safari at West Midlands Safari Park. Saturday 30th November Leave Farm Foods, Ely 9.30am return home approx 6pm 9 time credits per person To book call into communities first office above the housing office on Grand Ave or the coffee morning at Ely Baptist church on Archer Rd on a Wednesday between 9.30-11.30am. Places must be reserved and paid for in advance.

Christmas theatre show-sleeping beauties

Family theatre trip to see Sleeping Beauties at the Sherman theatre. Please not this is not a panto! Saturday 14th December Coach transport provided picks ups in Fairwater, Ely and Caerau. Approx 12.30pm return approx 4pm 3 time credits per person

All trips and selected activities must be pre booked, call into communities first or the Community Mothers coffee morning on a Wed 9.3011.30 at Ely Baptist Church to reserve and pay for your spaces, all spaces must be paid for in advance. Places are strictly limited. Communities first office is located above the housing office on Grand Ave, Ely (please go round the back of the building and press the buzzer) 02920 003132

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CAER heritage project
Get involved in discovering your own local history with the CAER Heritage Project And earn time credits too! Join the Friends of the CAER Heritage Project and get all the latest information about activities and volunteering opportunities Get involved in history and archaeology lots of Adult Learners courses in archaeological and other skills . Help dig and discover your own history! Join us for a clean up event at St Marys Church 11am on every first Tuesday of the month.

For more information: Tel: 02920 873664 Email: caer@cardiff.ac.uk Website : www.CAERHeritageProject.com

Timeplace Champions
We are looking to recruit a team of local residents to help run and promote the time credits project in Ely, Caerau and Fairwater. The Timeplace Champions will take on a range of duties including Assisting at events and activities Leading and assisting trips Distributing leaflets and menus Talking to people about Timeplace Encouraging people to become members You will receive time credits, a comprehensive ongoing training programme, timeplace uniform and accessories and lots and lots of opportunities to do new things! Please contact Annemarie@elycaerau.com or call 07429 384272 if you are interested in applying.

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Earn time credits

Daffodil planting, everyone welcome!

St Davids Church, Cowbridge Rd West, Ely TBC Ely Playcentre, Archer Rd, Ely Thursday 31st October 3.30pm Pentrebane Community Centre, Beechley Drive, Fairwater Wed 6th Nov 4pm Community Mothers, Ely 2nd November 12-1pm

Arts and crafts sessiondecoration making

Escape group invite you to come along and help make decorations for a community Xmas party, everyone welcome, you will be paid time credits for the time you contribute. 17th December North Ely Youth Centre 9.30-12.

Regenerated Teenagers tea dance!

Grand Avenue Times are looking for Volunteers to help sort raffle prizes, set up, make cakes, serve tea/coffee etc. 4th December 1-3pm at Windsor Clive Primary. Contact Cerri Ann on cezeli@hotmail.co.uk

Flying Start project volunteer

Riverside garden project will be working in flying start ( g roups for children from age 2 ) across Ely and Caerau over the next few months. They are looking for an assistant who can help engage parents in cooking and growing activities within the flying Start settings. If you are interested please contact Isla Horton on isla@riversidemarket.org.uk 07403 583705

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Courses and learning to help you help make a stronger community

Course When Where More info Contact 02920 873664 Childs Play Mondays 9.30-11.30 Staring Mon 7th Oct For 9 weeks Helping Children Learn Wednesdays 9.30-11.30 Glyn Derw High School Staring Wed 9th Oct For 9 weeks Windsor Clive Primary Introduction to the world of play and children's development. Practical ways of helping children s key skills such as reading, writing, developing speaking and listening skills. Peer Counselling Mondays 9.30-1130 Starting 4th November For 9 weeks Food Hygiene training Monday 18th November Pentrebane community 9.30am-4pm centre, Fairwater. Michaelston college Family room Learn how to listen and support others in the community Food Hygiene level 2 certificate

Child protection

Tuesday 26th November 9.30am-2pm

TBC

Introduction to child protection for community volunteers

Babysafe first aid

TBC

TBC

Introduction on how to carry out first aid on babies and children

Time credit earners wanted!

We are looking for a few volunteers to share their views and experiences with community professionals from other areas who are looking into setting up time credit projects. 23rd October 1.30-2.45pm in Ely If you are happy to come along and share your experiences please contact Annemarie@elycaerau or call 07429 384272.

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Earn time credits

Ely info drop in-volunteers needed!

The Drop In assists members of the community with issues they may have surrounding debts, housing problems, benefits information, consumer problems as well as a variety of other issues. Providing information and referring to advice providers for further support when required.If the following description sounds like you then please get in touch.

Good at listening A good manner when talking to people Open minded and non-judgmental Enjoy helping people Looking to develop additional skills

For further information please contact Charmainer@elycaerau.com or call 02920 003132

Paralympic roadshow volunteers

Sport Cardiff are looking for volunteers to coach children with disabilities in a variety of sports. Date TBC.

Community clean up-all welcome!

Hosted by Community Mothers Saturday 2nd November 12-1pm meet at Ely Baptist Church. See notice board outside the church for further dates.

Trelai sea anglers-junior mentors

Volunteers needed to help supervise and support youngsters taking part in local sea angling trips. Contact Dean2jones@yahoo.co.uk or call

Party helpers-Barnardos
Helpers wanted for kids/family Halloween party on 31st October for badge making and running fun activities with kids. If you are interested in helping please contact Faybowring@barnardos.org.uk

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Cardiff snowports centre-tubing volunteers

Volunteers wanted to help run tubing parties at Cardiff Snowsports Centre, Fairwater. Full induction provided. Age 16+ contact 029 2056 1793

Coffee morning volunteers

To assist at Community Mothers coffee morning every Wednesday 9-11.30am at Ely Baptist Church. General volunteers plus people to lead arts and crafts with pre-school children. Contact Rachel on 02920 873664

Homework club volunteers

We are looking to set up afterschool homework clubs for children aged 7 11 years. In order for these clubs to run successfully we will need help from community volunteers. If you wanted to volunteer, we would arrange any relevant training and you will receive time credits for the time you give. If you would be interested in finding out more about the clubs, please come along to the community centre on Friday 11th October to the coffee morning at 9.15am and we can answer any questions you have. Every Tuesday at Pentrebane community centre or every Wednesday in Ely/Caerau 3.30-5pm Contact Bek on 07702 211057

Escape project
15th October 9.30-12 Laughter therapy taster session 28th October 10-4 family arts and crafts Halloween party prep 19th November 9.30-12 Community arts and crafts All at North Ely Youth Centre.

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Arts and crafts volunteers

We are looking for a range of people who have an arts or craft skill that they would be happy to share with the community. There are lots of opportunities, many include working with children, parents or families to run various activities. If you have a particular skill you would like to share eg. Sewing, painting, sculpting, drawing etc or if you would just like to help out with a range of activities please get in touch.

Please contact Taelam@elycaerau.com or call 02920 873664

Conference volunteers
Co-production Wales are host a number of events for community and service providers and are keen to recruit some volunteers to help out at their events. The roles will include signing people in, assisting delegates and acting as general assistants. 11th November in Cardiff If you are interested please contact Anne-Marie on 07429 384272 or email Annemarie@elycaerau.com

Community litter pick

Saturday 9th November 2-4pm Meet at Western Leisure Centre Children must be accompanied by an adult. Litter pickers and gloves provided.

Help your neighbours stay warm and well this winter! We need local residents to help spread the word about our Warm and Well project. Warm and Well supports people access grant funding for home energy improvements and provides free advice on saving energy. You dont need to be an energy expert, just keen to help your community tackle ever rising fuel costs. If you are interested to get involved contact Sam at samfp@elycaerau.com or 07885914074.

Community Ambassador Project

The Community Ambassador Project was developed to help community members ( especially those who don t usually get to hear about or get involved in activities for whatever reason ) to access, benefit from and influence services which could help improve their physical and mental health. We want to do this by building on the existing brilliant community networks and work with volunteer C ommunity Ambassadors to represent their street or group so that other people get involved. Eventually we will have a team of volunteers that are knowledgeable, skilled and confident and who can represent the views of local people in the development of existing health activities & services. However, it s up to you how the project develops, how we do things and how involved you want to get and of course you will be able to earn Time Credits! Volunteers are currently working on setting up a Coffee Morning to meet all the new Community Ambassador volunteers. Visit to Blaengarw timebank & ambassador project Thursday 21st November 9.30-2.30pm earn time credits for coming on this educational & informative trip if you are interested in getting more involved in our ambassador scheme! My name is Helena, give me a ring, send me an email or pop into the office if you want to find out more. ACE ( Action in Caerau and Ely ) Ely Housing Office ( R ear ) 4 Grand Avenue, Ely, Cardiff, CF5 4BL

The ACE Pledge

I commit myself to the ACE pledge, that I will Act with others to help make Ely and Caerau an ace place to live Care for the streets and parks and places we share as a community Encourage my family, friends and neighbours to do the same

What is ACE? ACE is a community based organisation that is run by and for people who live in Ely and Caerau, or who have an interest in Ely and Caerau. It is a registered charity and a limited company and is run by a board of directors who will be nominated and elected at an Annual General Meeting each year. ACE manages and runs a number of community projects with its partners. You can find out more about these projects at www.aceplace.org