Hounslow Council welcome SEGA Move to Chiswick Park
In a significant boost to Hounslow's Creative Enterprise Zone, video game development titan SEGA has announced plans to move to Chiswick. The creator of Sonic the Hedgehog will occupy 21,000 sq. ft of space in Building 12 at Chiswick Business Park.
Click the button below to read more and find out the benefits that it will bring to Hounslow.
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Tobacco Day of Action Event at Bell Square
 On Thursday, 18 July, the Council’s Public Health and Trading Standards team are joining forces to host a Tobacco Day of Action event at Bell Square on Hounslow High Street, from 10am-3pm.
The event is focused around making residents aware of the dangers of illicit tobacco and vapes, as well as offering help and support for people that want to quit smoking. Representatives from both teams will be in attendance and happy to answer any questions or queries you may have on the topic.
Furthermore, there will be free merchandise and a survey to complete with a chance to win a £50 Amazon voucher.
There is no registration for this event – just come along on the day in good time.
 Osterley Park is hosting the second annual Middlesex Pride 2024 on Saturday, 27 July, from 12-6pm. The event is a free, fun, family friendly day celebrating the LGBT+ community.
Attendees can expect music and performances, live speakers, some great workshops and events, food and drink, and much more. Various local LGBT+ groups will be in attendance too, with stalls set up providing support and information.
Please click below to reserve your free ticket and to find out more about the day.
 To celebrate South Asian Heritage Month (18 July - 17 August), Hounslow's Bell Square will host ‘Anhad – Festival of South Asian Music’ on Saturday, 20 July, 3pm to 10pm. The day will be filled with live performances and DJs, showcasing South Asian creativity in the UK. It’s a free event for everyone.
On Saturday, 20 July, the Summer Reading Challenge will be launching in Hounslow Libraries. Run in partnership with the Reading Agency, this free challenge helps promote reading over the long holidays and has been shown to boost confidence and self-esteem.
Children can read whatever they want, in any format, and earn rewards for the books that they read and review. All children who complete the Challenge will be entered into a prize draw for a chance to win a Kindle Fire.
Head to your local library this summer and sign up.
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 Measles spreads easily and can cause serious illnesses, including pneumonia and meningitis. A rash and high fever could be an indication of measles, so if you have suspicions see a doctor straight away.
If your children have not had the MMR vaccine, you should get them immunised as soon as possible. The vaccine is safe and effective, protecting your child against measles, mumps and rubella. Speak to your GP to get them vaccinated.
Measles can also spread in adults, so you too should get vaccinated. If you come into close contact with someone who has developed measles, then you should seek medical help as your GP can offer you some protection against developing severe illness.
Greening Hounslow Town Centre
 The Council is going to deliver new greening in Hounslow Town Centre and needs resident input to shape the design.
In our consultation for the Hounslow Town Centre Vision, the community told us their priority for the Town Centre was more greening.
In response, the Council has partnered with LGLA Projects landscape architects, to engage with the local community to develop proposals for the paved area at the junction of High Street and Hanworth Road. We want to work with you to design a greener, more welcoming and attractive space that to greet visitors to the High Street.
The landscape architects will be at the site on Monday, 15 July and Friday, 19 July from 1-5pm to talk with local businesses and passers-by about the potential opportunities. Please drop by and let us know your thoughts.
Join the Green Skills Bootcamp
 The Green Skills Bootcamp is a free 4-week course, funded through the Mayor of London Skills Bootcamp programme and in partnership with the Greater London Authority, Lampton GreenSpace 360, Hounslow Highways, and Maydencroft.
The course will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to gain employment in a ground maintenance related role.
The course is for Hounslow residents and will begin on 16 September. Please click the button below for more information and to sign up.
A Celebration of Culture and Diversity in Hounslow
 The Disability Network Hounslow is working with the local Hounslow Gurdwara (Alice Road) to host a Celebration of Culture and Diversity. The event is open to all faiths and backgrounds, though visitors are asked to cover their head with a scarf (available at the entrance) and leave shoes in the shoe store.
As part of the event, the Community Information Team will be there with The Gazebo, Adult Social Care Information ‘pop up’ shop. They will be joined by the Falls Prevention Manager, who will be on hand to answer your specific questions. On Wednesday 17 July, ARC Hounslow (Addication Recovery Service) will also be there from 1pm-4pm.
Teashop Yoga is coming to Hounslow
 Mind Axis is launching their first Teashop programme in Hounslow – consisting of a mindful yoga session on Saturday, 20 July at the Arts Centre Hounslow.
This beginner-friendly session will take participants through some gentle yoga movements and finish off with a cup of tea and the chance to chat and connect with the other participants.
These sessions are free to attend and open to everyone aged 18+. For more information and to book onto the session, please click the button below.
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