Neighbourhood Toolkit Taster Sessions
As the nation enters the first stage of the Government’s roadmap out of Covid-19 restrictions, many people are turning their thoughts to how they can continue to stay connected and in touch with those around them. Looking further ahead, residents are considering street parties and play events, where roads could be closed to traffic allowing neighbours to get together and enjoy each other’s company.
The Neighbourhood Network Group, with support from Frome Town Council, has built a toolkit of resources and mini workshops to help Frome’s neighbourhoods make these dreams a reality. As a result, local residents who are interested in creating thriving, fun and supportive streets are being invited to save the date for a taster day of information and advice.
The taster day of workshops will take place online on Saturday 10th April at 10am. There are four workshops and you can take part in all of them, or drop into the zoom for the ones you’re interested in.
10am – 11am: Support your Street: Ideas for getting a neighbourhood group started with advice and tips from people who have set up their own.
11.15am – 11.45am: Share on your Street: Practical advice and fun ideas for setting up a Share Box on your street
12pm – 1pm: Party on your Street: How to work with your neighbours to plan a Private Residents Street Party, including making a road closure application if you need one, and writing a risk assessment.
1pm – 1.30pm: Play on your Street: A taster version of this workshop on setting up a regular Play Street closure in your neighbourhood. It will follow on directly from the previous workshop and it may be helpful to attend both.
These four areas are great starting points for anyone looking to grow a thriving neighbourhood group. More information for further trainings, events and advice can be found at https://www.frometowncouncil.gov.uk/your-community/community/the-neighbourhood-network/