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Job: Study Support English and Maths tutors

Burngreave Study Support Consortium has vacancies for English and Maths tutors for secondary age pupils and a primary school age tutor

Pay at £18.50 per hour, The work will be in 2 or 3 hour sessions on Monday and Tuesday evenings and at weekends on Saturday and Sunday, during term times.

Deadline Wednesday 8th September.

2010-08-31 11:58:58

Campaign against family's deportation

Mildred Okpara, and her young family, have been threatened with deportation to Nigeria. Local residents and support groups are campaigning for her to stay in Sheffield.

2010-08-26 14:37:12

One city many cultures

Free event at SADACCA on 30th August 2010, featuring activities for the whole family and showcasing some of the best community based acts from communities throughout Sheffield.

2010-08-17 17:24:34

Young People's Theatre Skills

A new service is about to start at Pitsmoor Methodist Church on Burngreave Rd to give young people a chance to learn about performance from professionals.

2010-08-10 21:52:07

Earl Marshall Juniors Community Fun Day

Rafiki and Earl Marshall Juniors FC are holding a multicultural community event this weekend.

2010-08-06 06:29:11

August 2010 news

Burngreave Messenger brings news, stories, information and jobs for August 2010, exclusive to the website.

2010-08-06 06:25:49

Free skills training

ACCM Sheffield are providing free training for those registered unemployed:

• Forklift Operator Training

• Childcare

2010-07-26 13:42:01

SOVA Sheffield Youth Justice Projects

Working in partnership with Sheffield Youth Offending Service (YOS), we are recruiting volunteer Appropriate Adults and Mentors.

2010-07-26 13:33:54

Advertise in the Messenger

Discounted rates for Burngreave businesses and organisations. Find out more.

2010-07-26 01:03:42

Be a Messenger volunteer

There are lots of ways to be involved in the Burngreave Messenger. Find out more.

2010-07-26 01:01:47

Coach trip to Cleethorpes!

Wednesday 11th August 2010 with St Peter’s Ellesmere.

2010-07-26 00:57:35

With Sheba and Arwa celebration event

Free family event. Museums Sheffield: Weston Park 4th August 2010. Join us for a day celebrating our new displays in the Treasures Gallery at Museums Sheffield: Weston Park

2010-07-26 00:54:24

Job: BCAF Community Administrator

Burngreave Community Action Forum are looking for a dedicated, resourceful and experienced individual to perform this vital role.

• Salary: £19,621 pro rata, 21 hours a week.

• Deadline for applications: 16th August 2010.

2010-07-26 00:51:08

The Sheffield Urban Talent Competition

15th & 22nd of August 2010: Do you think you can pull off better dance moves than Chris Brown, belt out a tune better than Beyonce or MC better than Wiley?

2010-07-26 00:45:25

Do you want to make a difference?

Steps to Success work in partnership with the Probation service supporting adult ex offenders back in to employment training and education. We are looking to recruit volunteers to undertake a number of roles.

2010-07-26 00:42:08

BNDfC update

We continue to work towards securing the future of BNDfC and Launchpad have been appointed the contract to clean all of our buildings.

2010-07-26 00:38:39

Harleston Street finds a new tenant

Sheffield Racial Equality Council relocate from SYAC.

2010-07-26 00:34:13

New Tenants at Sorby House

Following a long period of marketing BNDfC are pleased to announce the securing of two new occupiers to Sorby House.

2010-07-26 00:29:34

Burngreave Opportunities

Burngreave Opportunities are continuing to offer community based employment support to Burngreave!

2010-07-26 00:23:14

Councillor Surgery Dates

Days to meet your local councillors.

2010-07-25 22:46:06

Community Chest letter

Doreen Rushforth writes to say she is grateful for the grant given to her girl-guides group.

2010-07-25 22:42:51

Next Community Assembly meetings

Come along and hear what the North East Community Assembly is doing and have your say.

2010-07-25 22:37:59

Now live - the Community Assembly blog

The North East Community Assembly blog is now live.

2010-07-25 22:34:28

Bring out your rubbish days

Councillors have purchased extra Bring Out Your Rubbish Days for the Burngreave Ward.

2010-07-25 22:29:57

Community clean up at Parkwood Springs

A joint project between the Friends of Parkwood Springs group and the Liveability team has helped to improve the appearance of a local naturalistic site, and councillors have purchased extra Bring Out Your Rubbish Days for the Burngreave Ward.

2010-07-25 22:25:01

Messenger editorial

Editorial

2010-07-25 22:04:13

First birthday for Young People’s Service

On 24th June the housing project, Burngreave Young People’s Service, celebrated its first birthday with a barbeque and special guests.

2010-07-25 21:53:00

Firshill TARA fair photos

Gallery of photos from the Firshill TARA's summer fair.

2010-07-25 21:24:22

Scouting tradition at Holtwood

Sheffield 205th Scout Group were first affiliated into the scout movement on 1st April 1943 during the dark days of World War II. Their Headquarters has been on Holtwood Road, off Abbeyfield Road, since 1959 and was officially opened by the District Commissioner in the summer of 1962.

2010-07-25 19:23:07

Race For Life

21 ladies from Whiteways Primary School took part in the Sheffield Race for Life on Sunday 20th June, either running, jogging or walking – and raising over £400.

2010-07-25 19:15:09

Quality in Study Support

In June and July all four Burngreave-based study support groups gained the “Quality in Study Support” (QiSS) award in recognition of the fantastic work that they do with young people in the area.

2010-07-25 18:57:58

Dave Hall, Ironman

Dave Hall, Byron Wood’s Learning Mentor will be doing the ‘Iron Man’ competition this summer in Zurich – a marathon of swimming, cycling and running.

2010-07-25 18:36:26

Ellesmere entertains photo gallery

Photos from the event at Ellesmere Children's Centre 2010.

2010-07-25 18:17:21

Ellesmere entertains

An event held at Ellesmere Children's Centre with stalls, music and dance. Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-25 18:09:00

Arabic achievements

On 17th June the Arabic Language School held their annual celebration to recognise the achievements of their students.

2010-07-25 18:02:54

Positive parenting

The latest parents to pass the Positive Parenting course received their certificates at a ceremony at Owler Brook Children's Centre on 5th July.

2010-07-25 17:54:59

Yummies

Local resident Naheem Khaliq is leading the way with Sheffield’s first dessert bar which sells all sorts of sweet snacks, ice creams and milkshakes.

2010-07-24 09:56:47

10 years of Universal

Universal Takeaway in Firth Park is celebrating its 10 year anniversary in July.

2010-07-24 09:51:33

Junoon... not just another clothes shop

Junoon can be found on Page Hall Road, it specialises in Gul-Ahmed clothing, a leading Pakistani designer. The store focuses on modern and fashionable clothing.

2010-07-24 09:39:04

Let there be light

Burngreave Cemetery Friends opened the Chapel building for extra hours to celebrate the return of electricity, light and power to the chapel.

2010-07-23 22:17:14

Abundance in Burngreave

Abundance Project in Burngreave

2010-07-23 22:03:38

Interfaith gathering at Parkwood’s Forest Garden

On Saturday May 29th, in Sheffield Environment Weeks, a workday at Parkwood Springs Forest Garden was the third event in the series of Interfaith Tree Planting.

2010-07-23 21:54:12

Space to recover

SPACES, a Community Recovery Service (formerly Adult Mental Health Day Services), is a newly commissioned service which has an ongoing commitment to support people to re-engage with their local communities and to access the resources and opportunities that most of us take for granted.

2010-07-23 20:34:52

Progress for mental health service users

The Maat probe group have continued their campaign for better mental health services, taking their message to Nottingham where they spoke to other service users.

2010-07-23 20:30:26

Work on the Rec begins

Planned improvements to Burngreave Recreation Ground near Byron Wood School will start in August, taking 16 weeks.

2010-07-23 20:22:25

Future of development

The Council's new planning document, The Sheffield Development Framework, or SDF, was unveiled at a recent Burngreave Community Action Forum meeting in June, ahead of 6 weeks of public consultation.

2010-07-23 20:08:43

Fir Vale Funday photos: part 2

Photos taken by Vivien Urwodhi at the 2010 Fir Vale Fun Day.

2010-07-23 16:43:03

Burngreave resident monitors Somaliland election

Howard Knight, Burngreave resident and former City Councillor, has recently been in Somaliland as part of an international observation team of election monitors for the presidential election held on 26th June.

2010-07-23 15:20:47

Congolese Summer Festival

Congolese Sumer Festival, to celebrate 50 years of Congolese Independence.

The Festival is taking place on Sunday 25th July, between 10am and 8pm at Petre St Green Space in Burngreave

2010-07-23 12:25:45

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground

Details of the Summer Programme at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground.

2010-07-22 19:19:40

Arts & Crafts

Arts and crafts activities in Burngreave this summer.

2010-07-22 19:15:20

Trips & Events

Trips and events for young people this summer.

2010-07-22 19:10:17

Football

Football sessions in Burngreave this summer

2010-07-22 19:05:48

Sports

Sporting activities taking place this summer in Burngreave.

2010-07-22 18:58:21

Youth Clubs

Youth Clubs for young people in Burngreave this summer.

2010-07-22 18:49:01

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor activities for families, children and young people over the summer in Burngreave.

2010-07-22 18:23:05

Music, Dance & Drama

Music, Dance and Drama activities in Burngreave over the summer.

2010-07-22 18:10:50

Pye Bank Fayre photo selection

A selcetion of photos taken at the 2010 Pye Bank's Summer Fayre.

2010-07-22 17:43:08

Ramadan’s Big Fast Break!

The Yemeni Community Association sub-group and Burngreave Young People’s Network are organising a special and harmonious fast opening and meal in the holy month of Ramadan.

2010-07-22 17:42:16

Playschemes

Playschemes for young children in Burngreave during the summer months.

2010-07-22 17:32:44

Summer Activities 2010

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2010-07-22 17:12:34

Firshill School Fair photos

Photos taken at the 2010 Firshill School Fair.

2010-07-22 16:56:27

Firvale Fun Day photos: part 1

Photos take by Vivien Urwodhi at the 2010 Fir Vale Funday.

2010-07-22 16:54:48

Fantastic Firvale

Firvale Fun Day took place in Osgathorpe Park on the 4th July on a day when the sun was sparkling in the park. Includes extra photo galleries.

2010-07-22 16:49:23

Council plans damage woods

Local residents have raised concerns about a recent planning application to expand Sheaf Training Centre.

2010-07-22 16:42:02

New fare system proposal

South Yorkshire Passenger Transport is consulting on the introduction of a new fares system and changes to the bus network

2010-07-22 16:38:28

July bus changes

On Sunday 25th July, the bus companies change some services. For detailed information on timetables contact Traveline on 01709 515151 or look at www.travelsouthyorkshire.com.

2010-07-22 16:34:32

Adult learning cuts

The Council have announced massive cuts to their Adult and Community Learning (ACL) team, which will have a major impact on Burngreave.

2010-07-22 16:29:43

Byron Wood Fun Day gallery

Selection of photos taken at the 2010 Byron Wood Fun Day.

2010-07-22 16:20:23

Gypsy site plans dropped

The Council have dropped proposals for a Gypsy and Traveller site on Abbeyfield Road and Holtwood Road, following cuts in funding and changes in government policy.

2010-07-22 16:18:47

Firs Hill School Summer Fair

On Tuesday 15th June, Firs Hill School held their annual Summer Fair. There were lots of stalls and fun and games. Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-22 16:16:17

Clothes remix

Transition Burngreave organised a clothes swap for Sunday 4th July despite stiff competition from other events

2010-07-22 16:09:29

Fire at nature site

A large fire spread through grassland near the Carwood Estate on Saturday afternoon on 10th July.

2010-07-22 16:07:13

Spital Hill event delayed

Local resident and promoter Kevin from Rollout Promotion, is planning an event in Black History month after an event to celebrate the birthday of Haile Selassie at Spital Hill Plaza was delayed.

2010-07-22 16:03:53

Abbeyfield Festival Photos part 2

Photos taken by Vivien Urwodhi at the 2010 Abbeyfield Festival.

2010-07-22 15:57:15

Pye Bank's Summer Fayre

Children and parents gathered at Pye Bank School on 16th July for a fantastic summer fayre. Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-22 15:56:25

Abbeyfield Festival photos part 1

Photos taken by Emily Hameed at the 2010 Abbeyfield Festival.

2010-07-22 15:51:48

Byron Wood Fun Day

We held our annual Family Fun day at Byron Wood School on Friday 25th June and it was a resounding success! Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-22 15:46:38

Abbeyfield success

On Sunday 11th July, the annual Abbeyfield festival took place,attracting thousands of people from all over Sheffield. Includes extra photo galleries.

2010-07-22 15:43:23

Confident young women

A group of 11 young women are coming to the end of a fantastic programme with Ellesmere Youth Project, focussed on growing confidence and raising aspirations

2010-07-22 15:26:20

Carwood clean up

Carwood Estate, tucked away on the edge of Burngreave, became a hive of activity on June 16th when the Hanging Basket Day and Clean Up was held. This has become an annual event organised by Carwood TARA. This year it was bigger and better than ever, with 12 different agencies involved.

2010-07-22 14:47:01

Firshill TARA Fair

On 3rd July Firshill Tenants and Residents Association held their Summer Fair at Sheffield United Academy. Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-22 14:41:21

12 months of mould

Sheffield Homes tenants at Firshill Glade have been suffering with mould in their flats for over 12 months, despite repeatedly reporting problems.

2010-07-22 14:25:34

Somali Community and Cultural School

On Wednesday 28th July, SCCS will be holding a community cohesion event at the Somali Community and Cultural School. There will also be an opportunity to register for the courses.

2010-07-18 10:02:47

Prayer event

Local church are holding a prayer event to welcome residents of all faiths to come together to pray at the Rock Christian Centre.

2010-07-14 13:49:57

Crabtree’s Crafty Creatures

The creatures of Crabtree Ponds Nature Reserve were joined by many different families and youth groups during the half term holiday.

2010-07-04 10:22:17

New Council Housing for Ellesmere

Details of the plans for a new Council Housing scheme to be built in Burngreave.

2010-06-19 14:22:53

Clothes swap

Transition Burngreave are hosting a clothes swap from 12-3pm Sun 4th July 2010, in the Vestry Hall. So bring something to swap and browse what you find.

2010-06-17 12:44:45

Parkwood Springs events

Dates for events organised by Friends of Parkwood Springs.

2010-06-11 13:07:27

Free Fruit Abundant in Burngreave

Abundance is a city wide project which harvests the glut of seasonal fruit,apples, pears, plums and edible cherries in the Burngreave area and distributes them to local people.

2010-06-11 12:31:33

Interpreter Recruitment Open Day

17 June 2010 – Language Line Services are holding a recruitment open day for interpreters wishing to work with us, attending bookings within Sheffield.

2010-06-08 17:49:35

Job: Mental Health Support Worker

Community Action Halfway Home Ltd are looking to recruit an enthusiastic person to providing practical support to clients with mental health problems.

• Salary: £14,733

• Closing Date: 12:00 (noon) on the 18th June 2010

2010-06-08 17:44:33

Funding Advice Surgery

A funding advice surgery for groups will take place at the Furnival on Verdon St in June.

2010-05-31 21:39:57

Family Fuel Busters

Energy Advice session for families at Burngreave Library

2010-05-31 21:24:21

Crabtree’s Crafty Creatures

Fun for children: pond-dipping at Crabtree

2010-05-31 21:16:03

Yemeni Parents Meeting

On Wednesday 9th June the Yemeni Community Association is hosting a parents meeting with head teachers from neighbouring schools to discuss the achievements and current challenges facing Yemeni youth.

2010-05-31 18:16:31

SOVA Sheffield Youth Justice Projects

Working in partnership with Sheffield Youth Offending Service (YOS), we are recruiting volunteer Appropriate Adults and Mentors.

2010-05-31 18:09:46

FREE cycle training at Fir Vale School

Here comes the summer – time to get fit, enjoy the outdoors and save some money! Get on your bike! Starting Monday 7th June, including women only sessions.

2010-05-31 18:02:09

How Do You Want Sheffield to Develop?

The Council is gearing up to ask people their views on parts of the draft SDF during the summer. You know your streets and the places you spend your time in better than anyone. This is your chance to share your views on the future of the city.

2010-05-31 12:24:34

Firshill Beauty Evening

On Friday 14th May local residents were treated to an evening of fun and pampering at Firshill Primary School.

2010-05-31 01:25:00