 Join us at Mexborough Family Hub this summer!
Don’t forget that Mexborough Family Hub is open throughout summer offering groups, events and support sessions. Whilst many of the groups are aimed at younger children and babies, we also host some events that are suitable for older siblings so make sure you check the diary when planning for your family’s summer!
Weekly events and support sessions over summer:
- Every Tuesday:
- Family Fun session (for 0-11 years) – 9.30am-11am
- Busy Babies (for moving to 18 months) - 1pm-2.30pm – NO SESSION ON TUES 1 AUGUST
- Every Wednesday:
- First Friends (from birth to moving) - 9.30am-11am
- Every Thursday:
- Nature Explorers (for walking to 11 years) - 1.30pm-3pm
Additional events:
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Mr Dan’s Circus Skills event – Tuesday 1 August (for eligible children aged 4-11)
if your family is eligible for Free School Meals, you can join us for free for our Mr Dan’s Circus Skills event
Midwifery services: You can access midwife appointments throughout the week, Monday to Friday, by contacting the Hub on 01302 642794
Breastfeeding support & guidance: Breastfeeding support and guidance is available from qualified Family Hub staff Monday to Friday. Contact the team on 01302 737436
Sensory room at Mexborough: The sensory room at Mexborough Family Hub is available right throughout the week, Monday to Friday
Find and contact the Mexborough Family Hub at: Wath Road, Mexborough, S64 9ED. Tel: 01302 736869
You can also join sessions at any other Family Hubs, including Denaby and Rossington that are in the south area of Doncaster. Find out more at: https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/south-family-hubs
   Each edition of this newsletter, we want to shine a vibrant spotlight on our community groups who continuously inspire us with their remarkable achievements and contributions to our local area.
July's Spotlight On: Rockingham Radio
Rockingham Radio, born amidst the challenging times of the COVID-19 lockdown in May 2020, has emerged as a beacon of hope, entertainment, and community empowerment in Mexborough and it is reaching listeners across the Dearne Valley, and beyond.
What began as an initiative to provide relief and entertainment during the lockdown has since blossomed into a thriving online radio station, captivating listeners with its diverse music content and fostering community engagement. Today, Rockingham Radio stands as a gateway organisation, empowering individuals of all ages and levels of experience to develop their radio shows and co-produce content, ultimately building self-confidence and increasing self-esteem within the community.
Each month, we want to feature a new community group and we need your help – nominate a community group or volunteer that you think deserves the spotlight and a collective thank you by emailing: mexcommunityhub@gmail.com
 Love Parks Week: Mexborough Neighbourhood Network
This Friday, 28 July, marks the start of Love Parks Week - a national week to celebrate our wonderful parks across the UK.
Enjoy your local parks across Mexborough:
- Victoria Park
- Pitt Street Park
- Manvers Park
- Clayton Memorial Park
- Castle Hill Park
  What's On: Mexborough Communtiy Hub
There are plenty of weekly activities and classes on at the Mexborough Community Hub, including:
Monday
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Yoga with Bev: 9:30am – 10:30am
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Zumba Gold with Lisa: 10:45am – 11:45am
Wednesday
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Yoga with Julie: 10am – 11am
- Zumba with Lisa: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Thursday
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Community Kids Cooking: 10am - 12pm
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Community Adult Social Cooking: 12:30pm – 2:30pm
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Yoga with Rachel: 7pm – 8pm
Friday
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Community Craft Club (Bring Your Own or Learn Something New): 10am – 12pm
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The Fam Clan Parent, Baby, Toddler Group: 12:30pm – 2:30pm
If you're interested in signing up for any of the above activities, simply contact Mexborough Community Hub at: mexcommunityhub@gmail.com
Get Moving in Mexborough
Join Dearne Valley Fitmums & Friends for a running club with a difference!
Welcoming all abilities, including complete beginners - you choose your distance and run at your pace. The volunteer leaders will support you & keep the group together so no one is ever left behind. Enjoy running, chatting and making new friends along the way!
Try for FREE: Every Tuesday, 6:30pm from Mexborough Athletic Club (New Oxford Road, Mexborough, S64 0JL)
No need to book - just turn up. Everyone welcome - men & women (16+).
What our members say:
"Running with friends. Definitely so much more than running." - Sharon
"Miles whizzed by chatting! It was exactly what I needed!" - Emerald
"Thanks for a fabulous run. I'm glad I went out after a long day." - Eva
  Action 4 Mexborough: Youth in Mexborough Meeting
Action 4 Mexborough had their monthly meeting in July where the subject was ‘Youth in Mexborough’, where students from Laurel Academy were invited to join.
There were ten students that attended to give their views on what they would like to see more of, less of and improvements in Mexborough through their eyes. It was a great meeting, and some great feedback was given.
Mexborough Community Hub are looking to set up a youth association and we are in the middle of pushing this forward to create a committee where the youth will have a voice and will be involved in creating and organising their own events.
Keep an eye out for more information.
Bring Back Vintage Recipes
Sumbitted by 30Mexborough Café & Tea Room
30Mexborough Café & Tea Room have shared a vintage recipe for Bread Pudding - visit them at Montague Buildings Bank Street, or visit their Facebook page.
   Introducing ‘Our Creative Community’
A vibrant space in our newsletter celebrating the arts and innovation. Discover the stories, talents, and creative journeys of our community members. From painters, to poets, to writers, the list is endless; we’ll showcase the diverse array of artistic endeavours within our midst.
Join us as we inspire, connect, and foster a deeper appreciation for the arts in our community. Together, let’s build a thriving hub of creativity that captivates and unites us all no matter what age you are.
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Elsie White (Aged 8)
I have a dog called Lilli,
She is rather silly.
She likes sweets,
that are dog treats.
Oh, but I love you Lilli.
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 We would love to hear from you! Send in your stories, news or events for the next edition of the newsletter by the last Friday of every month:
 Your Local Councillors:
Councillor Sean Gibbons
Email: sean.gibbons@doncaster.gov.uk | Tel: 07887750175 | Surgery details: Mexborough Library - 3rd Saturday of the month 10.00am to 11.00am
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Councillor Bev Chapman
Email: bev.chapman@doncaster.gov.uk | Tel: 07722960609 | Surgery details: Mexborough Library - 1st Saturday of the month 10.00am to 11.00am
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Councillor Andy Pickering
Email: andy.pickering@doncaster.gov.uk | Tel: 07746190563 | Surgery details: Mexborough Library - 2nd Saturday of the month 10.00am to 11.00am
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Your Community Connector - Georgia Snape: communityconnectoreco@gmail.com
Your Well Doncaster Officer -Hannah McWilliams: Hannah.McWilliams@doncaster.gov.uk
Your Local Library - Mexborough Library, John St, Mexborough, Doncaster S64 9HS
Your Local Police Station - Mexborough Police Station (14 Adwick Road, Mexborough
S64 0DB)
Your Local Police Team - Inspector Adrian Luscombe | Sgt Liam Watson | PC Daniel Ogiliev | PC Liz Rocher | PC Dale Marchant | PCSO Peter Eley | PCSO Jonathan Crossley
Your Local Communal Hall - Conisbrough, Denaby and Mexborough | Contact Heather Saunders on 01302 735769 or email saunders@stlegerhomes.co.uk
Your Local Leisure Centre - Dearne Valley Leisure Centre | 01709 589761| Doncaster Rd, Denaby Main, Mexborough S64 0LB
Your Local Family Hub - Mexborough Family Hub | Wath Road, Mexborough, S64 9ED | Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Friday - 08:30am - 4:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: Closed | 01302 736869
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