Last September Frome Town Council launched the community bunting project, with the goal of making 1,000 metres of repurposed fabric bunting, to brighten up the town for Frome’s many community events such as the Carnival, Festival and more.
Several workshops have already taken place, and bunting has been made by local volunteers from donated fabric. Frome’s Women’s Shed, supported by the town council, have been leading the project and are looking to further help local groups and individuals to make a single pennant or a couple of metres by hosting several workshops over the next few months.
These will be held at the Women’s Shed at the Welshmill Hub on the following dates: • Tuesday 10th March, from 2pm to 4pm • Saturday 2nd May, from 10am to 2pm • Tuesday 2nd June, from 10am to 2pm
Everyone is welcome to come along and have a go, all materials and equipment will be available on the day along with refreshments. This is a free activity but please book your place by visiting www.frometowncouncil.gov.uk/community-bunting
Cllr Sheila Gore said, “These workshops are a great opportunity to brush up on a forgotten skill or maybe try sewing for the first time! The bunting is going to look fantastic adorning the streets of Frome, something for the residents who take part in the workshops can be really proud of when they see their handiwork”.
Additionally, on the morning of Tuesday 10th March from 10am – 2pm, the Women’s Shed is also hosting a session to make Linus quilts and blankets. The Linus Project operates across the UK providing free washable cotton quilts and knitted blankets to sick babies, children and teenagers. The name stems from the Linus character in the Peanuts cartoon as he is often seen dragging his comfort blanket behind him. Again, no previous experience is necessary; lots of support, guidance and materials will be provided on the day. To book your space www.frometowncouncil.gov. uk /community-bunting
![Town-wide programme brings month of social activities in May
A month-long programme of activities and events is set to take place across the town in May as part of an initiative encouraging residents to connect with themselves, each other and local places.
The scheme, Frome Connects, will run throughout the month and includes a mix of social activities, creative events and informal meet-ups in community spaces.
Highlights include the return of Dress Up Fridays, which began during lockdown and invites people to wear formal clothing or fancy dress and turn the town into their catwalk each Friday.
Set-piece moments include a Kate Bush-themed flashmob (Running Up That [Catherine] Hill) on 30th May, followed by a bell peal at St John’s Church where the bells will play Running Up That Hill.
There will also be a whole-town drone photo on Friday 30th May, with everyone encouraged to ‘look up’ at around 12.30pm.
Read more on our website, the link is in our bio.
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A month-long programme of activities and events is set to take place across the town in May as part of an initiative encouraging residents to connect with themselves, each other and local places.
The scheme, Frome Connects, will run throughout the month and includes a mix of social activities, creative events and informal meet-ups in community spaces.
Highlights include the return of Dress Up Fridays, which began during lockdown and invites people to wear formal clothing or fancy dress and turn the town into their catwalk each Friday.
Set-piece moments include a Kate Bush-themed flashmob (Running Up That [Catherine] Hill) on 30th May, followed by a bell peal at St John’s Church where the bells will play Running Up That Hill.
There will also be a whole-town drone photo on Friday 30th May, with everyone encouraged to ‘look up’ at around 12.30pm.
Read more on our website, the link is in our bio.
Pictured: l-r Jenny Hartnoll and Ginny Adams")
