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The art sale and auction raises money for Macmillan Cancer Support and the Rural Agricultural Benevolent Institute (RABI).  These two charities were chosen as they had supported a local family who had sadly lost a much loved wife and mum to cancer. The Derbyshire Agricultural Chaplaincy organised the successful first event which is now in its third year.

The two featured artists this year are Lesley Griggs and Felicity Jackson, both local Derbyshire artists who are delighted to support this great event.

A painting from Lesley Griggs is being auctioned to the highest bidder. Silent bids are now being taken, so if you would like to buy this beautiful, original painting of Milldale please contact Alan Griggs on 07710 088972 or by email a.griggs@ruralactionderbyshire.org.uk.  Bids must be received by 2.00pm on the day of the auction. The painting will be on display at the event, along with many other paintings and cards from the featured artists.

www.ruralactionderbyshire.org.uk/Event/charity-art-sale-29719

Supporting practitioners since 2006, the Art Prize is hosted by the international art and culture publication, Aesthetica Magazine. It invites both emerging and established artists and photographers from around the world to submit their artwork. 

Through the Prize, participants can reach new collectors, curators and gallerists from institutions including; Tate Modern, Sotheby’s, Creative Review, Magnum Photos and Getty Images.

Awards include £5,000 for the Main Prize Winner, £1,000 for the Emerging Prize Winner, as well as publication within the Future Now: 100 Contemporary Artists Anthology, and a chance to participate in the annual Art Prize Exhibition which will run for 12-weeks.

www.aestheticamagazine.com/artprize/

The focus for the day is on being able to identify when something isn’t right with a pet and being able to act accordingly in an emergency situation before you get to the vet.  It also takes a look at how you can prevent some emergencies from occurring in the first place.  Delegates will leave with knowledge on how to prevent, identify and take the appropriate action in the case of an emergency.

It is delivered by our Community and Education Veterinary Nurses through a mixture of:

• Facilitator led theory work
• Group discussion
• Case studies
• Video examples
• Practical exercises

The full course covers:

• Heatstroke
• Bandaging
• Bloat
• Poisoning
• Seizures
• Choking
• Resuscitation

At the end of the course you will be able to test your knowledge on what you’ve learnt by completing an online quiz.  You have 7 days and 3 attempts to pass the quiz.  To enable this you will have to register online.

NO PETS ALLOWED.  

Other courses delivered are the Animal Heroes, Be Petwise, Dog Safety workshop. 

Jones.Kylie@pdsa.org.uk

It means they will be hosting a singing workshop on the afternoon of Friday 19 July at Whaley Bridge Uniting Church. The small charge is to cover the cost of hiring the venue.

If you would be interested in participating please book a place through Val (val_vernon@yahoo.co.uk).

• Live Bands throughout the afternoon - Eric and the Frantics, Northern Lights, Rock 'n' Roses, Hypno Jenks
• BBQ and Beer Tent
• Traditional Afternoon Teas (with Ukelele Band)
• COGS Information Tent 
• Family games (PAS) at 12.30pm
• Bubble Man
• Zoppi Children’s entertainments 
• Dog Show  - 3pm
• Mega Raffle

Celebrating on the refurbished Community Football Pitch and Community Green Space.  Music, fun, games and information.  Please visit team in Info Tent to register your interest /get involved. Photos will be taken, if you have objection please see a Committee Member on arrival (Info Tent)    

COGS (Community Organising Green Space) Furness Vale  Registered Charity No 1154212

STALLS - £5 private, £10 trader (all must be reserved)

To Hire a Stall contact S Lomas - susanne.lomas@gmail.com with your contact details for confirmation and cost. 01663 744764

First Steps have brought together the UK's leading authors on Compassionate Focused Therapy, Eating Disorders, Health Humanities, Mental Health and Wellbeing.

www.firststepsed.co.uk/2019-east-midlands-mental-health-conference

If you are 65 or over and find time drags on a Sunday afternoon without company, why not come along to the monthly 'Sunday Club' (2pm-4pm) at St Anne's Community Centre, Hardwick Square West, Buxton, SK17 6PX?

The 14 July meeting will have a talk by Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Karen Green, 'My Role as a PCSO', as well as the Club's regular activities (New Age Kurling to try, board games, time to chat over tea/coffee & biscuits and a raffle). If coming, please telephone Caroline, 01298 27638, or email sundayclubgo@gmail.com so helpers and refreshments can be arranged according to numbers.

There is a proposed £3 minimum donation towards costs e.g. hall hire, refreshments, and you must organise your own transport. By supplying your contact details, you agree to them being kept securely under GDPR for informing you about future 'Sunday Club' meetings and social events at St Anne's Community Centre.

Thanks are due to Foundation Derbyshire and High Peak Health and Wellbeing Partnership Small Grants Scheme for start-up funding.

buxton.inuklocal.co.uk/st-annes-community-centre-sunday-club-b-190404

Half-day training suitable for anyone in a public facing or community representative role in Derbyshire, of particular interest to those whose voluntary or paid work may bring them into contact with people at greater risk of suicide and self-harm.

The seminars are supported by funding from Public Health at Derbyshire County Council. Please note we can not offer free places on these courses to people living and working outside Derbyshire.

Seminar dates from September to October 2019

• Friday 13 September 2019, 2.00pm to 5.30pm Chesterfield
• Thursday 26 September 2019, 9.30am to 1.00pm Swadlincote, South Derbyshire
• Tuesday 1 October, 9.30am to 1.00pm Doe Lea, North East Derbyshire
• Monday 7 October, 9.30am to 1.00pm New Mills, High Peak
• Monday 21 October, 1.00pm to 4.30pm Crich, Amber Valley

For more information and to secure your place on this popular course, visit the booking site at www.eventbrite.co.uk and search for ‘Suicide Awareness’ in ‘Derbyshire’.

Demand for places is often high. If you do not manage to secure a place on the dates above, please be aware that more dates will be made available in due course. To request a place on our waiting list for future dates, or for any other enquiries email SAT@ruralactionderbyshire.org.uk

In partnership with the National #iwill campaign, the Police and Crime Commissioner has offered match funding to ensure Derbyshire young people get a slice of the action. 

A grant programme has been launched across Derby City and Derbyshire county to encourage young people to take action and volunteer in their community. The UK-wide #iwill campaign aims to get six out of ten young people involved in social action by 2020 and is being fully supported by Derbyshire's Police and Crime Commissioner.

The Commissioner, Hardyal Dhindsa, said: "We are very pleased to be able to secure additional funds to help our young people make a positive social impact. These grants aim to increase youth volunteering, develop skills and confidence and increase community safety.  We wanted to fund enjoyable projects that demonstrate a positive impact on the wider community as well as improving social cohesion and crime prevention."

The Big Lottery Fund and Department of Culture, Media & Sport are each investing £20 million seed funding over four years to create the #iwill fund.  Nottinghamshire Community Foundation are acting as administrators and are awarding grants on behalf of the #iwill fund across both Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.

Grants are open to apply for now - to see guidance criteria and apply for a grant for your group please go to www.nottscf.org.uk/grants/iwill-fund/ or email; enquiries@nottscf.org.uk, or telephone 01623 620202.

Workforce Solutions 

• Educator Empowerment – Build STEM teaching skills, create leadership and career development programs, and involve students in hands-on activities.
• Classroom to Career – Ignite interest and enhance preparedness for students in STEM fields through events, projects and competitions that lead to STEM career decisions; develop skilled trades programs, and promote a variety of workforce opportunities.

Community Solutions  -  Community well-being – Enable economic and environmental development, support for the disadvantaged in a community and health education programs. 

All proposals must align to the above alongside additional opportunities for employee volunteerism that embraces community and educational collaboration.

What We Support

Applicants must adhere to the company’s non-discrimination policy and be a charitable or non-profit organisation or eligible government or school with required tax documentation.  Note – faith-based organisations may qualify, provided their proposed project is for the benefit of the community as a whole rather than just the members of the congregation.

Organisations who serve and are based in communities where Dow employees live and work. 

Examples of charitable organisations and/or activities that would NOT qualify for funding include: Proposals submitted by for-profit businesses, religious organisations for the sole benefit of the organisation, individual sports teams, political organisations or candidates, labour unions, homeowners' associations, or individuals. Operating expenses, personal computers, travel expenses, conferences, advertising, fundraising events, walks or runs, giveaways or prizes, individual scholarships, dues and memberships, lobbying expenses or capital campaigns.

The deadline for submitting suggestions for Dow UKI Global Citizenship Donations for the first half of 2019 has just been extended to 31 August 2019.  

CMEvans@dow.com