FOUR PAGES OF COMMUNITY DIARY FROM ACROSS THE REGION:

ABERDARON

ST HYWYN’S CHURCH SERVICES: Sun 10am Holy Communion. Thurs 10.15am Holy Communion; 9.30am Silent Prayer. All services are bilingual. Llanfaelrhys Church: Sun 2pm Evening Prayer in Welsh. More information www.st-hywyn.org.uk.

ABERERCH

ST CAWRDAF’S CHURCH: 11am on the first Sunday in each month, Communion.

CHATTY CAFI: In the Village Hall at Abererch on alternate Thursdays. A Chatty Cafi is a café that people are encouraged to stay as long as they like - are open from 10am-noon. once a fortnight - for £1 there are tea/coffee and biscuits, just to chat and get to know neighbours. No hidden agendas!

ABERSOCH

DRU YOGA CLASSES: Abersoch Village Hall. Monday 7-8.15pm and Wednesday 10.30-11.45am. Dru Yoga is practised by people of all abilities, all fitness levels and all age groups, with classes tailored to the needs of each individual. Classes suitable for regular students or drop in – no need to book. Cost per session £5. Call Freddie on 07833 663717 or email SimplyYoga@ btinternet.com for more information.

BANGOR

WIDOWERS AND WIDOWS: Social group covering Anglesey, Bangor, Caernarfon and Llyn, set up for widowed people to enjoy life again in the company of other widowed people who understand. As a guide it is suggested people aged 50-70 will get the most from membership, as it aims to be active, out and about. At the moment it meets regularly in Bangor, Menai Bridge and Caernarfon and also meet up weekly for walks, and go to opera, ballet, gigs, cinema, meals, pub quiz and weekends away. If you are an internet user go to www.meetup.com and enter “Anglesey&Gwynedd Widowed” (without the quotes) then apply to join. Or Call Dilwyn on 01248-601599, email dilwyn198@gmail.com, or Lyn on 01286-678252, email lyn2910@yahoo.co.uk Please note: this is not a dating group.

STROKE SUPPORT: Had a Stroke? Need some support? Then come to our local Stroke Cafés or Stroke Groups to meet other Stroke survivors, families and carers in a friendly supportive environment at: Kyffin Café, High Street, Bangor – Every other Friday 10am-noon. For more information contact Dave Smith 01248 421356 / 07397279897 or e-mail nantygors@gmail.com

PLAYFORD DANCING: Do you love dancing? Are you secretly oldfashioned? Did you know there is the opportunity to learn Playford dancing in Bangor? This is 17th/ 18th century social dance (think Jane Austen) with informal sessions approximately monthly on Tuesday evenings. Beginners welcome to learn. No partner needed. Fantastic live music! For more information, to book a place, phone Nicki on 07960 371620 or find on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dr.nicki.h

MORRIS DANCING: Thursdays 8-10pm. Cadi Ha Morris seeks new members of any gender, aged 16+ to dance or as musicians. Come along on a Thursday evening to try it out free of charge! No experience or partner needed. Just turn up in loose comfortable clothes and trainers or similar. Based in Bangor, teaches and performs traditional Morris dances from the Cotswolds. September to May, practice indoors in Bangor. The summer is spent enjoying displaying our skills as a team wherever we can. If you love dancing and are looking for a new challenge, want a new group of friends or simply want to keep fit, free of charge, come and give it a go. For more information, see Facebook or www.cadihamorris.co.uk; email cadihamorris@gmail.com or phone Nicki on 07960 371620

BANGOR U3A: Meet 10.30am on Thursdays in Capel Berea Newydd (between Ffordd Penrhos and St David’s Retail Park). For people who are retired from work or parenting. New members welcome. Come early after 9.30am for a chat and stay for the event. Further information from www.bangoru3a.org.uk or u3a.org.uk.

BLOOD CANCER: If you or any of your family of friends are affected by lymphoma, myeloma, leukaemia or any other blood cancer, there is now a support group that meets on the first Thursday of alternate months in Bangor from 7pm to 8.30pm at St David’s outpatients department, Ysbyty Gwynedd. As well as meeting others with similar experiences, there will be interesting speakers and informative discussion and the kettle is always on. If you want to know more, call Karen Bonell on 07710 393891 for an informal chat.

PALS SUPPER CLUB: (People Alone Like Socializing) Gwynedd, Anglesey & Conwy. If you’re alone (for whatever reason) over 55 and interested in meeting others in the same situation, for supper once a month. Please join the online group meetup.com/ PALS-supperclub and join for supper, interesting conversation and good company on The second Friday of every month. PALS plan to hold regular monthly supper nights in different towns. This is a bilingual group for single adults aged over 55, living in roughly a 50 mile radius of Bangor, North Wales, to expand their friendships with those who find themselves in similar solo circumstances, to get out and socialize.

NORTH WALES GUITAR CIRCLE:/ Cylch Gitar Gogledd Cymru now meet at Split Willow, Llanfairfechan every 1st Tuesday 7.45pm, ring Jane on. 01407 831480. Used to meet at Bangor City Football Club.

FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP: intermediates and above. This weekly meeting is now at The Boat Yard, Garth Road, every Thursday from 7–9pm. No agenda… just come along and chat in French. Contact: jannieu@tiscali.co.uk

8STARMUSIC: Runs music recording sessions every Monday at the MATRA office in Maesgeirchen from 6pm till 8pm, with some sessions planned to take place at the Audiozone studio in Bangor. For any queries, contact the Letters Grow Facebook page or 8starmusic@gmail.com.

DYSLEXIA AWARENESS: The Miles Dyslexia Centre will host a programme of events over August 20-22. These will be a series of lectures and practical workshops, suitable for educators and parents, from 10am-4pm, covering such topics as: Recognising and Identifying Dyslexia; Multisensory Teaching Approaches; The Social and Emotional Effects of Dyslexia; Dyscalculia and Maths; Teaching Reading and Spelling. This series of lectures/ workshops will provide an excellent opportunity to learn more about Dyslexia / Dyscalculia alongside the MDC team who will be available to offer expert advice and guidance. Each day costs £85, book all three for the discounted rate of £200 (tea and coffee provided!). Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Phone Kelly Edwards/ Joanna Dunton on 01248 382203/ 01248 383618 or email dyslexadmin@bangor.ac.uk for more information

LIBRARY: Tel 01248 353479. Monday: Welsh Story and Rhyme, August 26, 1-2.30pm. Tuesday: Breastfeeding support group, August 10, 10.30am-noon. Family games, board games for all ages, August 13, 20, 27, 3.30-6pm. Space Craft Workshop with Gyda Llaw (must book in advance), August 13, 2-4pm. Wednesday: Calm Colouringm relaxing activity for adults, August 7, 14, 21, 28, 10am-11.30am. Mantell Gwynedd, Aug 14, 9.30am-noon. Thursday: Crafts for Children (must book in advance), August 22, 10am-11am. Family History Club, August 8, 15, 22, 29, 1.30-3.30pm. Friday: Make friends with a book, reading group, Aug 9, 16, 23, 30, 10.45am-12.45pm. Movement and Story, for young children (must book in advance), Aug 16, 2-3pm. Welsh Story and Rhyme, Aug 30, 1-2.30pm).

BEDDGELERT

ST MARY’S CHURCH: 9.30am every Sunday Anglican bilingual service. Concert – Sunday, August 11, Live Light Music for a summer evening, 7.30pm. Tickets £7.50 pay at door.

BEDDGELERT SHORT MAT BOWLS: Every Tuesday evening, from 7-9pm in Beddgelert Community Hall. It’s very informal, everyone is welcome, no experience is needed, bowls are provided, any age can play, and it’s fun! Plus, we usually go for a drink and chat afterwards.

CYMDEITHAS HANES BEDDGELERT: Monday, August 12, 11am, Pebbles On The Beach - a geological walk on Criccieth beach led by Clive Hudson. Meet at the east end of Criccieth promenade (next to Dylan’s Cafe). Walk is approx 2 miles - at a slow pace to examine the geology - to the headland of Craig Ddu (Black Rock), and return by the same route. Bring a picnic lunch, strong footwear & clothing to cope with rain or sun. Cost £2 per head. Please book at least a week beforehand with Margaret Dunn (01766 890550).

BETHEL

CLWB BOWLIO MAT BYR: The Club meet at the Memorial Hall every Wednesday between 1pm and 3pm with a break for refreshments. Coaching and equipment provided. Ring 01248 670018 for more information.

BETHEL VILLAGE HALL: Pop-Up Café, 10am-noon. Tea. Coffee, Cake. Raffle Will be held last Tuesday each month.

CAPEL CYSEGR: Dim oedfaon yn ystod Mis Awst.

BETWS GARMON

ST GARMON’S CHURCH: Sundays, 4pm Evensong. Third Sunday each month, 11.45am Cymun Bendigaid, 4pm Holy Communion. 5th Sunday of each month, bilingual Holy communion at 4pm.

BLAENAU FFESTINIOG

BRIDGE CAFE: 3D Jisaw Journey. Free Exhibition - Travel round the world with these beautiful models. How many can you identify - Bridge Cafe 9am-5pm. Poetry Group - Tues 10.30am to noon. Acoustic Music Night - Thurs 7.45pm-10pm. Non-alcoholic venue. Siop Siarad - Panad a sgwrs 4th Sat of the month.

IT’S A SMALL WORLD: (Old Billiard Hall), Scalextric Club Night - Up to 14s - Thurs 4pm-5.30pm £2, 14+ Thurs 6.30pm-8.30pm - £3, Vintage Players - Fri 5pm-7pm £3.

ARMY CADETS: Every Thursday 7-9pm at ACF Building, Y Sgwar LL41 3UL. Age 12 (year 8) – 18 years. Learn outdoor pursuits, field craft, team work, community events, First Aid, DoE awards etc.

AGE WELL: Every Wed at the Community Centre (near the Leisure Centre): 9.30am-4pm. Tai Chi: 10.30am-11.30am. Indoor Bowls: 11.45am-12.45am. Art (Creative Hour): noon-1pm. Gentle Chair Exercise: 1pm-2pm. Card Games: 2pm-3pm. Youth Club for the over 50s! Contact Stephen at info@acgm.co.uk

BLAENAU FFESTINIOG MEN’S SHED: A place where men gather together to talk and make new friends, recycle, reuse, restore and share their skills and experiences. Every Tuesday 10.30am-1.30pm at Tan Y Maen, contact blaenaumensshed1@gmail.com for more information, or call 01766 830203.

SSAFA GWYNEDD: Seeks new caseworkers in the Gwynedd area to help and support our veterans and their families. If you can help, please contact Andy Williams 07958524298.

LIBRARY: Tel 01766 830415. Art Festival exhibition, runs until September. Book Sale, August 2-31. Tuesday: Woodland Fairies Crafts, August 13, 2-4pm. Mantell Gwynedd Stadd, August 20, 2.30-4.30pm. Wednesday: Super Fun Space Crafts (must book in advance), August 7, 3-4pm. Friday: Break Time, board games and colouring to relax, August 9, 16, 23, 30, 10am-1pm, 2-4pm.

BONTNEWYDD

Y CARTREF: Activities at Y Cartref. Monday, Men’s Shed Gardening 10am-noon. Tuesday, Art and Craft £3, 10am-noon. Wednesday. Card Creation £5, 10am-4pm. Computers £3, 1pm-3pm. Thursday, Board Games 1pm-3pm. Friday, Knitting Club 10am-noon. FABS Exercise £3, 2pm-3pm. August 6, 27, Gareth’s Walking Group is back, 1.30-3.30pm, £5 including cake and . August 28, The Body Shop and Siop Sebon. Pop up stalls in the foyer, 10.30am-2pm. There will be a Summer Fair at Y Cartref, August 16, 10am-2pm £2 adults £1 children

VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES: at Age Cymru Gwynedd a Môn’s Caffi Y Cartref Café Bontnewydd. Do you fancy a new challenge in 2019? Can you spare a few hours a week to help with the work of Age Cymru Gwynedd a Môn, the local aged 50+ charity for Gwynedd and Anglesey? Age Cymru Gwynedd a Môn is seeking volunteers who are able to help out with various roles at its Café at Y Cartref Bontnewydd (Monday to Friday). Any relevant training will be provided as required and any travel costs reimbursed.) For more information contact Nicola Jennings on 01286 808 732 or Nicola@ acgm.co.uk.

HWYL Y BONT GOLF COMPETITION: Sunday, September 29. Caernarfon Golf Club. Tee times from 10.04am - 12.28pm Texas scramble -10% allowance of total handicap (max handicap 8). Visitors £15 each, Caernarfon Golf club members £7.50. Excellent prizes. Contact Wynn to book your place on 07912268118 / arddol@aol.com.

HWYL Y BONT CURRY AND QUIZ: Saturday October 19 and The Newborough Arms Bontnewydd, further details to be confirmed.

BORTH Y GEST

ST CYNGAR’S CHURCH: 11.15am Morning Prayer (1st and 3rd Sundays), 11.15am Eucharist (2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays).

CAPEL BETHEL: The service in English on Sunday August 11 at 10.30am will be led by Mr Tom Brooks of Borth-y-Gest.

CAEATHRO

SEGONTIUM JUDO CLUB: Judo classes are held for children between 7 and 14 years of age on Mon evenings at Canolfan y Capel Caeathro at £3 a session. Contact club secretary Hannah Hughes on 01286 672344 or find on Facebook – SegontiumJudoClub.

CAERNARFON

CATHOLIC CHURCH: St David and St Helen Catholic Church, Twthill East, Caernarfon. Weekend masses Sat 6pm. Sunday Masses at Our Lady and St James, Bangor at 10am and 5pm. Father Adrian Moran is the priest at both churches.

PENTECOSTAL: Caernarfon Pentecostal Church, 10.30am every Sun at Canolfan Gwyrfai, Cibyn Industrial Estate, with young people’s groups (Creche 0-3yrs, King’s Kids 4-9yrs, Frequency 9-13yrs, Energise 14-17yrs) during the adult service. Wednesday at 5.30pm will be Good News club. For details, contact Mr P Hummel (senior church leader) on 01286 673276.

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF WALES: Castle Square Caernarfon (Next to Post Office), Sunday, August 11, 10.30am Morning Worship with the Rev Neil Kirkham. Church open during the week for meditation and prayer, also on Wednesday 10.30am to 3pm for Coffee + Tea + Organ Music with Alun Jones and Arthur Wilding.

ROYAL WELCH COMRADES ASSOCIATION: Monthly meetings at the Ex-Service Club. First Wed every month at 7pm. All ex-service members are welcome.

SHELTER CYMRU: Housing advice at the Citizens Advice Bureau on Tues 9.30am-12.30pm. Ring 01248 671005 for an appointment.

EX-SERVICE: Caernarfon Ex-Service Club is open to new social members. Contact the club steward on 01286 672761 between 7-11pm.

BOLLYWOOD INDIAN DANCING: Thursdays, 7.30-8.30pm, at Feed My Lambs Venue. £4.50 adults and £2.50 children. Contact 07827 572842, bollywoodburnout.com.

T’AI CHI QIGONG: This gentle form of exercise is very effective for relaxation, health and well being and is suitable for all ages and abilities. Classes are relatively informal, relaxed and have an emphasis on enjoyment. Weekly classes - Tues 10.30am-noon and 6.30pm-8pm at the Beacon Climbing Centre, Cibyn Industrial Estate - £5 per session. For information and to book your place, as numbers are limited, contact Lindsay on 01286 870353.