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What is a Dementia Friend?
Keep Smiling in 2022
Sneinton Alchemy has re-launched the SMILE 2 which aims to improve social connections and reduce increasing levels of loneliness and isolation in Sneinton which is highlighted as having a high risk of loneliness (Age UK Loneliness Map indicator areas 029A/D) which has been further impacted by Covid-19. The project will last 12 months. It hopes to improve the lives of some people affected by loneliness, who, once they have been ‘listened to’ will either be: provide a local befriender placement. signposted to a social group. See the poster for more info  |
Fuelling You with Support - Cost of Living Event
Sneinton Christmas Fair is Back, 4pm Thursday 16th Dec
Following the distruption to socialising, caused by Covid 19 we are happy to announce that Sneinton Christmas Fair is Back. Thats right, Sneinton Alchemy have teamed up with Santa, St Christophers Church, The SEND Project Nottingham Academy, the Renewal Trust and the Dales Ward Councillors to host this eagerly anticipated Xmas special. On the day you can expect loads of stalls and craft activities, live performances from local artiste, Cristingle, Santas Grotto, a local choir and much more. If you would like to volunteer or to find out more contact Beth at Xmas Fair Info  |
Grant success for Alchemy
A new grant will help Alchemy support the reuse of an important local building
We are delighted to hear that we have been successful in attracting a small grant from the Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF) in order to support Project Viability work on the Old School Hall in Sneinton. This will fund the preparation of a report into the viability of 3 potential new uses for the Hall building, the scope of work and cost involved in making the transformation and the development of a preferred option in light of the 'Heritage Deficit'- in other words the amount of grant funding that might be needed to make the project viable. Built in 1843, the building is one of the oldest institutional buildings left in the area. Part of a school until the 1970s, the building served as a community centre until 2016 when the Council closed it down and decided to sell it. You can support the project by giving your feedback on the 3 options for reuse that are being considered. |  |
Alchemy in the mix at dOSH: Saving a local landmark
   Above: Network diagram of dOSH organisations (click to explore) | As a CIC (Community Interest Company) benefitting the Sneinton area, Alchemy has brought a unique angle to the Develop the Old School Hall team. The dOSH 'Community Alliance' itself is an un-constituted group made up of representatives from seven local organisations. The group formed to unite the community and find common ground amidst the swirl of opinions and upsets caused when the Hall was closed down as a Community Centre. This work is paying off and concrete plans are being drawn up for a sustainable use for this historic local landmark building. The Hall has been recognised as an Asset of Community Value, so whatever happens the new use has to prove significant community benefit. Sneinton Alchemy brings a long track record of handling grant funding and commissioning project work within the area. It's legal structure also includes an 'asset lock', should it be needed. This ensures that any assets the CIC buys are held for community benefit only, and cannot be sold for individual private gain. The other six organisations represented in the dOSH alliance are: Old School Hall Community Association |
Best Foot Forward for walks around Sneinton & St Anns
We've been contacted by Nicky Newberry of Age UK who organise the walks: "The walks are free and for all ages. (walkers under 14years must be accompanied by an adult). They are suitable for all abilities whether they are a regular walkers or not. "The walks offer a chance to meet people and maybe see a different areas. The St Ann’s & Sneinton walk is a little more strenuous than some as the walk usually includes a visit to Greens Windmill site. "Meet on Wednesdays at Victoria Leisure Centre to set off at 10:30 am. New walkers will need to complete a registration form on arrival so please come a little earlier. "Anyone wishing to find out more can call me (Mon – Weds) on the number below or just turn up at the start of the walk. You can also find out more here: Best Foot Forward | Walking for Health" |  |
FREE Public Exhibition at Central Library
Mapping Nottingham’s Identity is an initiative that aims at bringing together all those involved with public spaces in Nottingham. We have worked very closely with Nottingham Trent University and Sneinton community groups and organisations, some of which include:
Together we have had some great conversations about how we can make the most of our public spaces. During this process we were able to bring you some community furniture made from donated wooden pallets. You may have followed our progress on this through our previous blogs. | However, if you missed the unveiling of our community furniture at the Sneinton Festival fear not! We will be showcasing the furniture (as well as the process) throughout September at Central Library. Don't miss our launch this Saturday 3 September 11-1pm at Central Library, including a guided tour. Although the exhibition marks the final stages of this project we hope that this will be the beginning of a great partnership between Nottingham Trent University, neighbourhoods like Sneinton and the general public, which will last for a few more years, giving us the chance to create a platform for dialogues between communities across Nottingham. For more details on our work so far, please visit us at: mapnottingham.blogspot.co.uk or contact Shabana at shabana.najib@sneinton-alchemy.com |
Old School Hall - is demolition the only option?
 | Word's got out that the Old School Hall community centre near to Green's Mill is going to close in mid September. The Council has taken the decision to close the building on safety grounds following surveyor's reports that put the bill (for repairs alone) at £400,000. The medium term plan is to demolish the building in 2017, unless a viable new use can be put forward by the local community for a self-funding and presumably community-benefitting operation. Any ideas...? |
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