Free, fun activities with our Summer of Culture
 This evening marks the start of Brentford’s Creative Mile. Explore Brentford’s creative side with a weekend of open studios and exhibitions along the Thames on Friday, 29 August, 6pm to 9pm, Saturday, 30 and Sunday, 31 August, 11am to 5pm. Meet local artists, makers and musicians, discover unique work and soak up the riverside atmosphere.
Come to a free hip-hop show on Bell Square, this Saturday, 30 August 2pm - 2:45pm. MeríDio (‘to share’ in Greek) celebrates women and their creativity in a show reflecting migration and cross-cultural influences, through a fusion of hip-hop dance. Take a look and come along, no need to book.
Theatre is Freedom, Teatr to Wolność, a free outdoor theatre and dance festival is returning to Bell Square, as part of the UK/Poland Season. Come and welcome them at a launch event, and the UK premiere of Bal (The Ball) by Teatr KTO, Friday, 5 September, from 8pm. The festival runs from Friday, 5 to Sunday, 21 September and is presented by Watermans, find out more on their website
Get active at Health in the Park
 Lampton Leisure and Health in the Park are joining forces to bring residents a fantastic day of free activities at Redlees Park on Saturday, 13 September.
On the day, Lampton Leisure is offering:
- Outdoor gym sessions in the park (instructor-led)
- Tennis sessions
- Table tennis
- Taster fitness classes
- Swimming activities
Most activities can be joined on the day, but booking will be required for swimming sessions and indoor classes. Booking links will be available here soon.
Paid carers wanted for Shared Lives scheme
 The Council is seeking paid carers for its Shared Lives scheme, which offers an alternative to supported living or residential care.
The scheme provides for a range of needs and offers support for adults with learning disabilities, mental health issues, physical disabilities, and age-related conditions. Placements can be long or short term, day, or respite, providing a level of care that goes beyond the boundaries of conventional support services.
It matches adults needing support with paid carers in their family home who can earn up to £500 a week, depending on the needs of the person . Heston-based Mohinder Dev (pictured) has been a Shared Lives carer for nearly 30 years, welcoming a range of people into her home: “The experience has enriched my life, and I have some lovely memories, with hopefully many more to come. When you look after people in this way, you regard them as your family. I look at them as my own."
Share your dementia story to help others
 September is World Alzheimer’s Month and your voice can make a real difference to people living with dementia.
If you live in Hounslow and have been affected by dementia, the Alzheimer's Society would love to hear your story. This could be as someone living with the condition, or a carer, family member or friend of someone who is.
Your voice matters, and your story could be the one that helps someone else take the first step, ask for help, or feel understood.
To share your story, visit the Alzheimer's Society website or email Marcia McKnight.
Greener, cheaper, safer e-bikes
 Forest and Voi are now the borough’s official e-bike providers, giving you more choice, more value and more control every day.
With over 250 parking bays across Hounslow, it is easy to hop on and go, and if you ever spot an e-bike parked where it shouldn’t be, just report it via the operator’s app or FixMyStreet.
Free support for Hounslow's carers
 Do you need some support as an unpaid carer? Next week there are three opportunities to chat to our new Carer’s Service about what support and advice you may need.
- On Tuesday, 2 September, join us at the next Carer Café at Lampton Parkside Café, 88 Lampton Rd, TW3 4DJ. No appointment needed - just drop in. Enjoy a free drink, stay as long as you like, and bring the person you care for
- On Wednesday, 3 September, the team are LBH Community Hub, Beavers Library, The Hub, 103 Salisbury Road Hounslow TW4 7NW from 10.30am to 2.30pm
- On Thursday, 4 September, you can find us at the LBH Community Hub, Feltham Library, TW13 4GU from 10am to 1pm
For more info email carers@hounslow.gov.uk
Hounslow Landlord Forum 2025
 Are you a landlord in Hounslow? The Landlord Forum 2025 is your chance to hear from experts, ask questions and network with other landlords in the borough.
Date: Monday, 15 September 2025
Time: 5pm – 8pm
Location: Hounslow House, 7 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3EB
Help shape the future of Bedfont Lakes Country Park
 Join us in celebrating the lakes’ 30th anniversary this year, by responding to our survey and sharing your ideas for the future of Bedfont Lakes.
Take part on our website – it should only take five minutes!
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