OUR EVENTS
In addition to these one off events we also run a regular BSL Choir and coffee mornings with crafts and activities for the children. If you have any questions about our events please contact us.
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September 2018
September Coffee Morning with CAMHS and kids football coaching!
Come and join us for a coffee and chat at our Coffee Morning this month, with a talk from CAMHs about child wellbeing and mental health. We also have Ben Martin, an FA level 3 coach (UEFA B) with us who will be able to provide BSL friendly coaching to the children while the parents chat. So please let us know if your child would be interested in coming. Places must be booked by Friday 7th September. Please let us…
Find out more »October 2018
October Coffee Morning
We have CAMHS joining us this Saturday for our Coffee Morning to talk about Mental Health in deaf children and what some of the concerns are that may affect our children. Come and join the discussion! Monica Cherryson will be leading the conversation. We have crafts and games available for the children - we will be playing our very own Chrystal Maze this weekend so we encourage all the children to come along and test their skills, meet some…
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Halloween Party
A time for some spooky fun and games with spooky drinks and snacks!! Fancy dress essential - face painting available on the day! Lots of games and activities, biscuits to decorate and lots of slime! All welcome, we have the excellent sports coach Ben Martin joining us for some fun signed and voiced activities indoors or out - depending on the weather! Prizes for the best dressed child - and adult - will be presented to the best dressed.
Find out more »November 2018
Annual General Meeting
FCDC Annual General Meeting to accept the audited accounts, appoint the trustees, review the past year's activities and plans for the coming year. There will be coffee and cake, activities for children and the opportunity to discuss with each other both formally and informally. All welcome, members only entitled to vote. Creche places must be booked
Find out more »Water Sports with Young Bristol
Water Sports with Young Bristol at Pooles Wharf Activity Centre (next to the Grain Barge floating restaurant) for all children and young people aged 10 and above. The Family Centre (Deaf Children) have teamed up with Young Bristol to provide this fantastic opportunity for any deaf or hard of hearing child or young person who would like to be introduced to Gig rowing, Canoeing, Kayaking or Raft building, with the option to learn some new skills over the course of several…
Find out more »December 2018
Christmas party
Come and join us for some festive fun and games. There will be games such as cut the chocolate, shovel the snow, Santa can alley, dancing to those famous Christmas hits, festive themed crafts and more. The adults can test their Christmas film knowledge while have coffee, cake and a chat. Bring a homemade Christmas craft for the chance to win a prize. Christmas jumpers or fancy dress is a must to get us into the festive spirit. This event is…
Find out more »Santa Train
All aboard!! Come and join us for a festive family steam train ride with Father Christmas. Waiting on the platform for our steam train to arrive, we will board our carriage and once the whistle sounds we will pull away for an hour-long trip through the Avon Valley countryside. Mince pies and festive biscuits will be served to everyone by Santa's helpers. Father Christmas himself will be making an appearance and will spend time with each family asking if they…
Find out more »January 2019
January 2019 Coffee Morning families social
Join us for our first Coffee Morning of 2019! Our coffee morning is a space where families can meet each other share stories and experiences and to meet with professionals for help and advice over coffee and a cake. Come along at 10 for coffee and crafts and excercise for those who want to explore outside and try out our two minute New Year challenge! From 11am we have Eco Animal Encounters joining us bringing a whole variety of bugs…
Find out more »February 2019
February Coffee Morning Family Social
This Saturday 9th February is FCDC Coffee Morning Family Social from 10am - 12 noon. We are however planning to go for a walk through Baddocks Wood (paved) from 9.30 if anyone would like to join us. For anyone who hasn't been before it is lovely, with the river Trym running through. Our theme for the morning considering it will be Valentines day next week is "Healthy hearts and healthy minds". We have a busy morning planned. From PHNX fitness studio…
Find out more »Half term fun! BMX taster session
We have teamed up with Access Sport to give our members a BMX taster session at their Lawrence Weston BMX tract on Tuesday 19th February from 10.30-11.30. No riding ability necessary, they have bikes to suit all. Participants will be required to wear the protective equipment provided. Please RSVP .
Find out more »FOR ALL EVENTS
It is essential that all of our events and activities are enjoyable, welcoming and inclusive to all and we rely on all of our families who attend to ensure this is the case. For all our family events parents will be expected to be responsible for their children at all times to ensure we have a respectful, safe and inclusive environment. If there are any concerns or anyone does not feel this is the case please approach either staff or trustees who will always be available at all events.
FOR NEW FAMILIES
If it is your first time attending an event or you don’t know anyone else attending, please let the organisers know and they will link you with another parent as part of our buddy system.
FOR STAFF
If you are available to work at an event, please email Emma at emma@fcdc.org.uk, stating the event you are interested in.