Seeds Of Hope Palestine Fundraiser

From Bluebell Green:

Join us for a fundraiser for Palestine at Bluebell Green.

We are witnessing unspeakable horror in the genocide in Gaza. We want to add our voices of opposition, support for a ceasefire and find some hope in the coming together of our community.

We will be creating and crafting birds to add to the Birds of Gaza project.

Add your finger and hand prints to our giant kite which will be displayed at Bluebell Green to keep the story of Palestine alive. This is inspired by Refaat Alareer’s poem of protest and hope.

Help to plant seeds of hope. You can plant and take home your own pot, and/or help us to plant vegetables and flowers to grow at Bluebell Green.

Plus story time and all our usual outdoor play.

There will also be refreshments and food on sale.

As this is an event for all ages we’re conscious that parents might want to make decisions about what their children hear/ learn about appropriate for their age. So all activities will be suitable for all ages and the focus is on hope and community.

Lev Square Fest 2023

Levenshulme Square Residents Association has their Lev Square Fest coming up again on 25 June.

  • Book and plant swap
  • Live music
  • Craft stalls
  • Street games
  • Food table

Sunday 25 June 2023 13.00-16.00 on Cuthbert Avenue.

Big Bug Bonanza At Bluebell Green

This Saturday (3 June) at Bluebell Green we’ve got the Big Bug Bonanza. Lots of activities for kids and it’s lovely picnic weather.

Bluebell Green is in Chapel Street Park.

Gardening Sessions At Bluebell Green

Gardening Sessions at Bluebell Green in Chapel Street Park start again today. You don’t need any experience and tools are provided.

  • 18.00-19.30 Mondays
  • 10.00-14.00 Saturdays

Friends of Chapel Street Park / Bluebell Green Meeting

Friends of Chapel Street Park / Bluebell Green are holding a meeting on Saturday 12th November, 10.00-11.00.

They have some exciting funding news to discuss and will start of planning their next 12months of activities. They’re also looking for a new chair for Friends of Chapel Street Park and a Secretary. Could this be you? Volunteers old and new really welcome.

Friends of Highfield Country Park AGM

The Friends of Highfield Country Park will be holding its AGM on Tuesday 18th October, 7-8pm at The Baptist Church, Elmsworth Avenue, Levenshulme, M19 3NS.

Levenshulme Community Choir

Ever thought about singing with a group of lovely people once a week? Levy Choir is launching the start of their autumn term on Sunday 11th September with a free open evening for anyone who is thinking of giving it a go

We explore all genres of music in a relaxed, fun and inclusive environment – no audition required. Previous performances have included music from the Beach Boys, Lady Gaga, Fleetwood Mac and Kate Bush, along with many other styles of choral music.

Come along for an evening of uplifting singing that will fill you with positivity whilst meeting a group of likeminded individuals!Why not come and give it a go – you may surprise yourself! There may also be some free biscuits thrown in – what have you got to loose?

Please share and spread the word to anyone who may be interested!

You can find Levenshulme Community Choir on Facebook and Instagram.

Stories In The Woods

St Marys RC Primary School have been working with a group of 8 Year 5 children for this project, based in our local nature reserve, Highfield Country Park, alongside the Friends of Highfield Country Park.

The children have been making woodland crafts, and Martin Maudsley has told the group nature stories over the 4 seasons and been filmed there.

The whole project will be at The Whitworth Art Gallery for the day on Saturday 2nd July. The children will have stalls to tell visitors about the woodland crafts (foraging, whittling, coppicing, charcoal making, willow bark weaving, wreath making and clay), and Martin is telling stories.

Listen to the stories HERE

Bluebell Green Gardening Sessions

Gardening sessions at Bluebell Green in Chapel Street Park

Just a reminder if you have green fingers or would like to learn more about gardening, we’re open at these times through the growing season.

Monday and Wednesday are for adult gardening but children welcome to come and play in the kids area while grown ups garden.

Saturdays are our regular community and volunteer sessions. Come down to play, garden, volunteer or just sit and enjoy the space.

Highfield Country Park Walk

Join the Friends of Highfield Country Park for their monthly walk around the park on Saturday 28th May!

They will be exploring different areas of the park and discovering the range of nature and wildlife that can be found. This will also be a chance to find out more about the Friends group and their future plans.

Everyone is welcome to join and the walk will be suitable for all ages and abilities. Meet by the Bowler Street entrance (postcode: M19 2UA) at 11am with the walk lasting until around 12.30pm.

Find out more about Highfield Country Park HERE

Activities at Bluebell Green in Chapel St Park

Activities at Bluebell Green in Chapel St Park, March-June.

Friends of Highfield Country Park Volunteer Roles

Friends of Highfield Country Park are looking for new committee members. Message below:

We are looking for two volunteer roles to fill in the committee and we would be extremely grateful if you could let us know if you are interested by emailing janesebire@yahoo.co.uk

We would also be very grateful if you could send this opportunity to anyone in your networks who might be interested.

Treasurer

As treasurer, you have responsibility for looking after our group’s money. Your role will be to keep transparent accounts including receipts and report to the committee. This role will require approximately 4 hours per month and is ideally suited to someone with financial or accounting experience.

Social Media Volunteer

We are looking for a creative and technologically savvy individual to help the Friends of Highfield engage the local community with the park, including through our new website and social media. We think this will require approximately 4 hours per month. 

If you are interested drop us a line and let us know why you would like volunteer for your local green space. Let us know by 19th April, and we look forward to meeting up for a walk around the park,

Best wishes,

Alec, Jane, Vicki and Lillian

Committee of The Friends of Highfield Country Park