live well
ways to live positively and sustainably
Pembrokeshire Leisure launches winter of wellbeing programme.
How Pembrokeshire Leisure is supporting the wellbeing of the community with free leisure and fitness sessions across the county.
Singing for the soul
With the return of Torch Voices choir at the Torch Theatre in Milford Haven, we look at the ways that singing can help you relax, focus, gain confidence and bring a sense of community spirit.
Pedalling through grief
How cycling assisted one woman’s journey with loss following her father’s diagnosis of motor neurone disease (MND).
puzzle time
puzzle your way to a sharper brain
Jigsaw: Winter Walk and Chinwag!
This month’s jigsaw showcases our Winter Walk & Chinwag gatherings outside Haverhub during February.
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Can you puzzle your way to a sharper brain? As well as being a bit of fun, solving puzzles has been proven to help reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Studies have shown they can help increase spatial/visual awareness, reduce
good stuff
positive products, watches, reads, apps
‘Save the Cinema’ launches at the Lyric
The film that tells the story of a community that saved their local arts venue, premieres in the Lyric, where it all began
National Botanic Garden of Wales host Nordic Walking Workshops.
It’s one of Europe’s fastest growing forms of physical activity and The National Botanic Garden of Wales seems the perfect location for a new season of Nordic Walking Workshops with Nordicymru
good work
celebrating social impact in our community
Local Libraries Capture ‘Life in Lockdown’
With the word ‘lockdown’ now part of our daily vocabulary, it’s hard to believe that only two years ago it had little or no meaning to many of us. For lots it may be a time we’d rather forget but Carmarthenshire libraries are keen to capture what life in lockdown was like for local residents.
Megan’s Starr Foundation Launches Step into January Challenge
The Megan’s Starr Foundation has seen the Pembrokeshire community join forces to raise awareness of mental health struggles with their 10 000 steps in January Challenge.
Pembrokeshire boys run 7 back to back marathons for Mind charity
A short film about two guys who ran 7 back to back marathons around the Pembrokeshire coast in aid of Mind charity.
Fishguard Community Climate Fund supports projects that combat climate and nature crisis
Transition Bro Gwaun is providing grants of £500 -£5000 using income from their community wind turbine.
youth matters
discussions, resources and support for the younger generation
Milford Youth Matters launch new pop up shop project
Pembrokeshire youth group’s new online pop up shop seeks to help support the community with much needed items, as well as fund future projects
Are you a young carer in Ceredigion? Get your youngcarer ID card!
Find out more about the benefits of a Young Carer ID card.
EVENTS
positive lifestyle activities
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Carers wellbeing support sessions (PEMBS) OCT - MAR
Carers in Pembrokeshire can now access a great new initiative being offered through the newly funded Carers Mindfulness, Relaxation and Wellbeing Project. This online project is free, available to all carers in the county and running from mid-October to the end of March 2022.
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Thai Chi (CARMS) FROM DEC
A live session of Tai Chi in a local hall, that is east to get to by car or bus and there is ample free parking. There is a café adjacent that closes at 2pm, so you may wish to arrive early and sample their wares. Come along and meet Lis in real life.
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Theatre, Singing, Creative Writing workshops (PEMBS) WINTER
An new season of Art Well at Span Arts is about to take place including community theatre, singing and creative writing workshops!
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Online dance meditations (ONLINE) FEB
Alex at Dance Meditation International will be leading energy clearing online dance meditations each week. We are ready to hold space for you through an exploration of movement as we stomp our feet, shake our bodies and jump around the virtual dance space!
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Sitting with Death, Choosing Life Foundation Course (ONLINE) 9 FEB
This eight-week journey is for those of us who feel drawn to facing and grieving what’s dying or has already gone from our lives and the world. “Grief is a solitary journey that we can’t do alone.” – Linda Thai
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An introduction to willow planting and coppicing (CERED) 11 FEB
An introduction to Willow Planting and coppicing at Bird farm Alpacas off-grid smallholding. A lovely peaceful setting to harvest a selection of willow, with cuttings worth £15 to take home.
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Chakra Dance Course (ONLINE) 13 FEB
An 8 part online Dance Meditation International Chakra dance series facilitated through Zoom every Sunday night 7:30-9:30pm to balance, open, and strengthen your chakras and create balance, flow, and ease in your life.
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Narberth A Cappella Voice Festival (PEMBS) 18 FEB
JOIN Span Arts on Friday the 18th of February for the long-awaited return of Wales’ only a capella festival, including a sumptuous singing feast followed by a live concert featuring performances across a variety of genres — there’s sure to be something for everyone!
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Go Wild at Scolton Manor Park (PEMBS) 19 FEB
Half Term Happening | Enjoy some family fun at Scolton Manor Park this February half term!
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Welsh Puddle Jumping Championships 2022 (CARMS) 19 - 27 FEB
Make a splash this February half term at Llanelli Wetland Centre. Grab your wellies and waterproofs for a wild time at our wetlands. Our Puddle Jumping Championships are the perfect rainy day activity. Come and make a splash and jump into nature!
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Wardrobe refresh (PEMBS) 26 FEB
Haverhub - Come along to the second wardrobe refresh event , entry is free ensuring browsing the many stalls selling pre-loved clothes and accessories is the ultimate in guilt free , environmentally friendly shopping.
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Arts Care Gofal Celf creative workshops (CARMS) ONGOING
We regularly hold workshops & inclusive events, led by our registered artists – these classes and workshops range from Dance to Papier Mache, Batik to Creative Writing and much more besides.
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Reconnecting Carmarthenshire Events (CARMS) ONGOING
Visit the Reconnecting -Carmarthenshire Facebook page for a list of events.
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Ty Golau Weekly Dementia Reminiscence Sessions (CARMS) ONGOING
Ty Golau weekly dementia reminiscence sessions have restarted on Mondays from 10 am - 12.30 pm at Canolfan John Burns in Kidwelly.
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West Wales Walking for Wellbeing (WEST WALES) ONGOING
Short and easy terrain walks throughout West Wales, open to everyone and especially aimed at those who are least active.
NOTE: Event details are correct at the time of publishing. Please ensure you check activity status and COVID-related restrictions with event hosts prior to purchasing tickets or making booking arrangements.
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