Arts &amp; Culture

Shirecliffe now part of Burngreave

The Messenger announces its fifth AGM.
Information about the Messenger.

2016-10-25 17:10:58

Since the boundary changes, a resident requests the Messenger is delivered wider.

2016-10-25 16:51:29

Spreading the WWWord…

BNDfC is encouraging local people to surf the net with the launch of its new look website. At the last public meeting held on Ellesmere Green at the end of May, BNDfC gave local people the chance to have a look and try it out for themselves.

2016-10-25 16:42:56

No Xcuse

No Xcuse kicked up a storm during their mid-afternoon Abbeyfield set, delivering 40 minutes of quality live hip hop,

2016-10-25 16:00:34

The Wardrobe of Delights

A good crowd turned up at Abbeyfield Park for the Wardrobe of Delights and the tent was full as the cabaret got underway.

2016-10-25 12:59:34

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

People gathered in Abbeyfield Park in the summer sunshine to watch a performance of the much-loved play of summer magic and madness.

2016-10-25 12:30:26

Memories of Carnival

With the Abbeyfield Multicultural Festival upon us, memories of another festival have been evoked. Leroy Wenham, carnival fan and Area Manager from Sheffield Futures came to talk to me about the African Caribbean fortnight that took place in Sheffield every September for over a decade.

2016-10-25 12:21:52

Islamic treasures inspire

A new ceramic sculpture is being installed at this year’s Abbeyfield Park Festival as part of the Islamic Art inspired project called Pillars of Light Alive.

2016-10-25 12:02:31

Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival 2006

Local acts will join national names performing across four stages at the Abbeyfield Multicultural Festival on Sunday 9th July 2006.

2016-10-25 11:59:35

Summer Family Fun Day

186th Sheffield Rainbows, Brownies and Guides Fundraising event.

2016-10-25 11:41:59

Burngreave Area Panel

Pear trees and window boxes

April 2006 news from the Area Co-ordinator: A nature reserves, hanging baskets, spring flowers and Islamic lanppost art brings more brightness, colour and wildness in and around Burngreave and Fir Vale.

2016-10-25 10:39:22

Writing Together!

Parents at Pye Bank School have created a book as part of the Adult & Community Learning Unit ‘Writing Together’ course. Inspired by Dr Martin Luther King’s words ‘I have a dream’ it includes students’ writing about their lives and experiences.

2016-10-25 09:59:05

Illusions of Grandeur

Illusions of Grandeur’ Spectacular Displays of Ultra-Violet Artwork & Stunning Visuals An ‘Open Up (Sheffield) 2006’ event Hosted by ‘The Friends of Burngreave Chapel’

2016-10-25 04:52:36

Dear Messenger...

Readers of the Messenger share their views and have their say.

2016-10-25 04:19:19

Burngreave’s in fashion

Women turned on the style in Burngreave for the area’s biggest ever multicultural fashion and dance show.

2016-10-25 03:54:32

Tree Tales and Trails

The Council’s Trees and Woodlands Team has just published a collection of stories, poetry and artwork about the trees of Abbeyfield Park, featuring storyteller Shonaleigh and Marvel Comics illustrator Graham Higgins.

2016-10-25 03:42:06

Miss Sheffield – Burngreave Contestant

Sarah-Jane Madden is one of over 200 entrants into this year’s Miss Sheffield competition. She is 21 and is currently in her third year at Sheffield Hallam University studying psychology.

2016-10-25 03:28:56

Ben’s Crafty Things

Ben Masters grew up in a ‘crafty’ household and, taught by her grandmother, has as she told me “been making things for as long as I can remember.”

2016-10-25 03:21:21

An Introduction to Quilting

Would you like to take part in making a quilted wall hanging and learn some of the techniques of quilting, embroidery and painting on cloth?

2016-10-25 03:18:42

‘Palace and Mosque’

A fantastic exhibition of Islamic Treasures of the Middle East from the Victoria and Albert Museum.

2016-10-25 03:16:46

Art fit for a palace!

Inspired by the Palace and Mosque exhibition, a wonderful feast of beautiful textile creations were produced last November during a short practical course, ‘An Introduction to Islamic Textile Design’ at Firshill Community Primary School.

2016-10-25 03:14:51

Education decisions

In December members of the New Deal Education Theme Group expressed concern at the decisions to stop funding Bookstart, the Community Language Schools, and the two main community projects tackling school exclusions: Cellar Space and Catch the Drift.

2016-10-25 02:32:16

Burngreave Celebrates Learning!

The Messenger comments on New Deal’s decision not to renew funding for some projects.
Information about the Messenger.

2016-10-25 02:27:10

Telling it straight

Lloyd has been part of Burngreave for over forty years, serving behind the bar in The Catherine, enjoying ‘blues’ and giving time to help set up the Walter Rodney Housing Association. He looks back on the house parties that used to be so prevalent and says they were ‘uplifting’ – a community thing where people could meet, have a dance and enjoy themselves.

2016-10-24 23:16:51

Burngreave’s Learning Campaign is going all out to celebrate Adult Learners Week, starting with a Festival of Learning on 21st May (see advert on the back page). The activities continue throughout May – here are a few of the courses you can take part in…

2016-10-24 23:07:22

Classical Reggae hits Burngreave

London Reggae Philharmonic Orchestra honoured Burngreave with the presence of its extraordinary diverse multicultural group of classical musicians.

2016-10-24 20:58:47

Novel initiatives hit the right notes

School children in Burngreave are becoming budding bookworms. Four primary schools and the local library each held a book fair where every child could pick up two free books of their choice.

2016-10-24 17:46:59

The unknown sculpture

Rangers from the Burngreave Green Environment Programme (BGEP) have uncovered a stone sculpture that was immersed in an overgrown bush in Catherine Street/ Somerset Street Park, Burngreave.

2016-10-24 17:38:02

Mural Celebration

On Tuesday 15th February Osgathorpe Park unveiled its multicultural mural displayed on the brickwork of Firvale Youth Centre – Osgathorpe Park Pavilion.

2016-10-24 17:22:07

Creative Burngreave

Creative Burngreave’s 2004–05 grant scheme funded sixteen arts projects ranging from theatre and film to photography and dance.

2016-10-24 17:16:04

I can fling a rainbow!

No one celebrates the return of blue skies, golden sunshine, green leaves and flowers of all colours better than Burngreave’s Hindu community. If you call at the Hindu Samaj on 25th March, the Spring festival of Holi, be sure to wear clothes that wash easily – whatever colour they are when you go in, you’ll look like a walking rainbow when you leave.

2016-10-24 16:36:09

Arabic Fitness Dance Class

The Messenger comments on the reopening of the Cactus Club.
Messenger information and how to get involved

2016-10-24 16:10:48

Cactus Club opening

On Saturday 12th February 2005, many local people joined staff and management of the Cactus Club for the reopening of the new fully licensed venue.

2016-10-24 16:06:19

Burngreave Messenger

The Burngreave Messenger website is having a revamp.

2016-10-12 19:00:08

Zumba Fitness

Zumba Fitness

At HLC Firvale Centre On Earl Marshal Rd, Sheffield S4 8LB

Begins on Thursday 13th October 2016 From 5:45 to 6:45

2016-10-12 16:53:59

Arabic Fitness Dance Class At HLC Firvale Centre Earl Marshal Rd, Sheffield S4 8LB

Begins on Wednesday 12th October From 5:45pm to 6:45pm

Only £ 2 per person per session

It’s fun and a good way to get fit!

Taught by Natasha Meldrum.

The class is suitable for all abilities just bring a coin belt or can be borrowed for classes. For enrolling in to this class please call Healthy Living Centre on (0114) 2434340 either speak to Anesar Al Shaibi or Usha Blackham.

2016-10-12 16:48:36

Exciting workshops for half term

Cartoon workshop with Edgar Lowman, creator of George & Brian© Open to Burngreave residents of all ages Tuesday 25th October 10am – 12 noon

Film making workshop with Martin Currie of Cheap Thrills Zero Budget Film Festival For Burngreave young people aged 11 – 18 Thursday 27th October 10am – 1pm

2016-10-12 15:48:17

Exciting workshops for Autumn Half term

Join the Burngreave Messenger for FREE sessions at Abbeyfield Park House! Cartoon workshop with Edgar Lowman, creator of George & Brian© Open to Burngreave residents of all ages Tuesday 25th October 10am – 12 noon

Film making workshop with Martin Currie of Cheap Thrills Zero Budget Film Festival For Burngreave young people aged 11 – 18 Thursday 27th October 10am – 1pm

2016-10-12 15:33:24

Sikav so Dzanes

‘Sikav So Dzanes’ is a community learning project aimed at developing English language skills amongst Roma adults across Sheffield.

2016-09-16 11:17:44

What's your story?

Burngreave creative writing workshop starts 22nd September 2016 at Burngreave Library.

2016-09-12 15:51:59

English Conversation Club

Starts 7th September and then every Wednesday 10.00- 11.30 at ACT Firvale centre, Earl Marshal Road

2016-09-11 11:40:01

Reading and discussion with Desiree Reynolds

Thursday, 20th October 2016

4.30pm -5.30pm

Ends at 5:30PM

Writer Desiree Reynolds reads from her debut novel Seduce followed by a discussion exploring the themes in this dark, witty and passionate novel.

Organised by Burngreave Library

2016-09-11 11:14:28

Lantern Festival procession

An evening lantern procession for everyone

Meet at 5.30pm in the field by the Car-park at Cooks Wood Road/Shirecliffe Road – Easy-going walk through the woods to the view point and back to the field

LANTERN MAKING WORKSHOPS Free/open to all.

2-5pm on Sundays – 25th September, 2nd and 9th October

Burngreave Cemetery Chapel, Melrose Road S3 9DN

2016-09-09 12:24:35

Heritage Open Day at SADACCA

A chance to visit SADACCA's historic building on The Wicker

2016-09-07 18:11:05

Adult education opportunities in Burngreave and Fir Vale.

North East Learner

(Burngreave and Fir Vale section link)

https://www.ne-adultlearning.org.uk/burngreave-firvale/

2016-09-05 08:45:18

Scrap Dragon: A new scrapstore in Burngreave

Creative Re-Use Centre 204 Verdon Street, Sheffield S3 9QS.

A scrapstore provides waste materials sourced mostly from local companies and businesses and makes it available to members at a low cost.

Opening August 2016 Saturdays 10am – 1pm Extended opening from September 2016

For more information please email Scrap Dragon at yanina@pitsmooradventure.org or telephone 0114 272 0615

2016-08-18 06:49:17

Local History Group and the Listening Project

Burngreave Local History Group monthly meeting visited the library on Spital hill.

2016-08-13 19:01:17

Burngreave Hullaballoo

Join us for food, fun, festivities Saturday 3rd September, 12-7pm, in Abbeyfield Park

2016-08-10 13:05:18

Computer problems solved at BitFIXit Cafe

BitFIXit Cafe

Sat 13 Aug 2016, 12-3pm, Abbeyfield Park House, S4 7AT

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BitFixIT is a great long-running project giving help with computer and internet problems, on a ‘Pay-As-You-Can’ basis, from a group of volunteers and professionals.

2016-08-05 10:36:06

Children's activities at Fir Vale Healthy Living Centre

Summer children's activities comeencin 1st August 2016 at Fir Vale Healthy Living Centre (in the Sheffield College Building) Earl Marshall Road S4 8LB. 0114 243 4340.

2016-07-31 10:40:56

Future of Junior chess in Burngreave

Chess events this summer: Burngreave Library, 10.00am on 30th July 2016.

2016-07-26 12:29:58

A night at the musicals

Musical event at Christ Church.

2016-07-22 14:14:32

The future of junior chess in Burngreave?

The future of junior chess in Burngreave

2016-07-22 14:08:21

Photo competition

Photo competition for our readers.

2016-07-22 14:04:37

On a musical note

Music at Owler Brook School

2016-07-22 13:39:36

Test your local knowledge

Quiz

2016-07-22 11:54:56

Summer holiday events at Burngreave Library

Details of events for young people including Shakespeare Showtime, Short poems and Junior Chess Club.

2016-07-21 11:03:09

Design the Burngreave library logo

Competition for under 18's. Closing date 1st September 2016.

2016-07-21 10:55:02

Sports at Wensley Park

Sports at Wensley Park with DE Sportz and dance. 25th- 29th July.

2016-07-20 17:17:24

Community Journalism Course

COMMUNITY JOURNALISM COURSE Every Thursday, 8th Sept – 13th Oct 2016. 10am – 1pm. Free & open to all Burngreave residents

2016-07-13 11:50:59

SADACCA Women's group- Family Fun Day

SADACCA Women's group- Family Fun Day. Saturday, 13th August 2016. 12.00-7.00pm. At SADACCA, 48 the Wicker, S3 8JB

2016-07-13 10:52:44

Women only Eid Party

Women only Eid event 14th July 2016.

2016-07-07 17:38:24

Drawing at Abbeyfield House

16th July 11.00 am -1.00pm. Drawing at Abbeyfield House in Abbeyfield Park

2016-07-05 19:28:29

Cemetery Well dressing

Annual flower creation by the friends of Burngreave cemetery

2016-06-19 17:23:24

"Twilight" by Surtag Hack

“Twilight” by Surtag Hack

2016-06-11 20:00:46

Past Times- chess at the Limes

Chess page.

2016-06-11 15:22:10

Creative St Catherine's

St Catherine's school: trip to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park and work on earthquakes

2016-06-11 11:12:38

International Roma Day

International Roma day 2016 local celebration.

2016-06-11 10:50:41

Get reporting

Training in Community Journalism and volunteering opportunities at the Burngreave Messenger.

2016-06-11 08:58:17

Victoria Dawes

the ceramics of Victoria Dawes

2016-06-11 08:41:23

Hidden gems at the library

Recent events at Burngreave Library.

2016-06-08 20:27:40

Fun for kids at Cubs

Cub scouts activities

2016-06-08 19:32:47

Feeling Good on Verdon Street

“Feeling Good” women's project on Verdon Street.

2016-06-08 17:44:49

TEDx comes to Pitsmoor

TEDx talks come to Pitsmoor

2016-06-08 17:03:26

June 2016 news

June 2016 news and information

2016-06-08 08:39:10

Burngreave Ward Children's design a sign competition

Burngreave Ward Children's design a sign competition

2016-05-18 09:34:32

TEDx Pitsmoor

TEDxPitsmoor is about local Pitsmoor people, unused to public speaking, who want to say something that is interesting or entertaining, or both (although an interesting speaker who wants to come and join us from another part of Sheffield would also be welcome).

2016-05-17 19:41:43

What's your story

Everyone has a story to tell! In this new short course in Burngreave, we will explore how we can tell our own stories and develop confidence in writing in a supportive group. Starting: Thursday 5 May 2016 12.30 – 2.30pm for 7 sessions Sorby House, 42 Spital Hill Sheffield S4 7LG

2016-05-03 16:56:01

Archaeology Exhibition

An exhibition of Community Archaeology Projects featuring research by University Of Sheffield Archaeology Students in collaboration with Community Groups at The Diamond – Workroom 1 University of Sheffield, 32 Leavygreave Rd, Sheffield S3 7RD When: 11th May 2016 10am-1pm Contact: Dr. Katherine Fennelly Tel: 0114 222 2930 k.fennelly@sheffield.ac.uk

2016-05-03 16:11:13

Craft session at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground

Craft session at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground

2016-04-20 11:04:10

Carry On Page Hall

Channel 4 recently released a four-part series based in the Page Hall/ Fir Vale area, “Keeping Up with the Khans”.

2016-04-01 15:44:01

Mashashivartari festival

Hindus from across the city came to the Hindu Samaj on Buckenham Street to celebrate the Mashashivartari in March.

2016-04-01 12:30:38

TEDx Pitsmoor

TEDx promotes short talks on various topics and Pitsmoor's own event has space for two more speakers for their meeting on 21st May at Christchurch.

2016-04-01 11:02:43

Volunteer for the Messenger

Burngreave Messenger seeks new volunteers.

2016-04-01 10:16:21

Drama at the library

Burngreave Library’s Marcia Layne wrote a play performed by Hidden Gems Productions at Sorby House on 14th March,

2016-03-31 19:58:45

Wanted

Pictures or stories of old Sheffield pubs

2016-03-31 19:52:45

International Women’s Day in Burngreave

Women and children were welcomed at Verdon Street Recreation Centre to celebrate International Women’s Day as a part of a global celebration.

2016-03-31 19:33:15

Business Development Manager post

Sheffield Live is seeking an ambitious business development manager to support radio and TV clients.

2016-03-22 15:08:27

Let's talk Burngreave

“Let's talk Burngreave” event on 19th March 2016. Organised by “Age well in Sheffield.”

2016-03-07 19:19:26

Play about Mary Seacole at Burngreave Library 10th March at 5.30pm

Play about Mary Seacole at Burngreave Library 10th March at 5.30pm

2016-03-01 19:41:46

World Book Day at Burngreave Library 4th March 2016

World book day event at Burngreave Library on 4th March 2016.

2016-03-01 19:22:05

Friends of Burngreave Library discussion workshop

Friends of Burngreave Library steering group

2016-02-20 07:45:52

Invitation to a meeting at Burngreave Library

Stalls and activities at Verdon Street Recreation Centre Wednesday 9th March

2016-02-17 08:24:11

Invitation to a meeting of the Friends of Burngreave Library

2016-02-03 10:50:12

Chinese New Year Parade

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground are putting on a parade for Chinese new year on Wed 10th February

2016-01-28 18:07:30

Whats your Story

This new short course will explore how we can tell our own stories and develop confidence in writing.

2016-01-21 16:01:41

Zero budget, infinite possibilities

Cheap Thrills Film Festival is in its fifth year thanks to Martin Currie.

Messenger collaborates with Now Then magazine

2016-01-14 06:24:28

Dear Messenger...

Letter from Claire Burnell asking about the multi- cultural festival.

2016-01-13 17:48:14

Spital Hill art, Love it or hate it

Two sculptures have been installed on Spital Hill.

2016-01-13 17:42:51

A quilt of memories

St James churchgoer takes part in quilt display commemorating the First World war.

2016-01-13 07:53:08

The library comes to life

Storytelling and volunteering at the library

2016-01-12 15:53:37

Plates and pizza

Green City action hosts two pottery events.

2016-01-12 15:47:28

Eden by candlelight

Eden Fir Vale organised a lantern parade around the Page Hall/Wensley area.

2016-01-12 15:26:32

Musical Macbeth

Pye Bank Primary School stage a musical version of Macbeth.

2016-01-12 14:28:54

Greentop reaches out

Greentop Community Circus involves local people.

2016-01-12 14:11:28

Crabtree Ponds get a makeover

New railings with artwork made by students at Longley Park Sixth Form College have been installed at Crabtree Ponds.

2016-01-12 13:46:42

Art in the Ashram

Painting by Ros Norsworthy of the Lord's supper on display at the Ashram.

2016-01-12 12:44:43

Beacons lit up

Parkwood Springs lantern festival.

2016-01-12 12:34:18

New year, new funds for Burngreave

Good news of new funding for Pitsmoor Adventure Playground and Burngreave messenger.

2016-01-12 12:11:38

Community Mosaic Workshops

Friends of Burngreave cemetery are holding 6 workshops in Abbeyfield Park House, to design and make a sundial for the cemetery

2016-01-02 17:39:49

We are recruiting a Project Manager / Editor for the Burngreave Messenger

We are recruiting a Project Manager / Editor for the Burngreave Messenger.

Full-time
Salary: £25440 – £27123
Closing date: 7th December 2015

2015-11-14 20:58:53

Art with Krishna

Details of community art group

2015-10-07 10:17:36

Bicycles and Beacons at Parkwood Springs

Events and news from Parkwood Springs

2015-10-07 09:34:02

Sadacca's afternoon tea with a difference

saddaca women's group held a fundraising afternoon tea.

2015-10-07 09:10:31

A Golden 50 years

We were some of the lucky ones invited to celebrate John and Margaret Mellor’s golden wedding anniversary. John had arranged (supposedly secretly) a musical celebration as a surprise for Margaret.

2015-10-07 08:11:56

Summer in the cemetery

Summer 2015 events in Burngreave cemetery

2015-10-06 19:40:49

Behind the stars- Jim Carroll

Jim Carroll is a local musician who has played on many recordings of famous singers.

2015-10-06 17:13:27

TEDx Pitsmoor

Back in February Martin Currie was granted a licence from TED – a charity encouraging the sharing of ideas through public speaking events to run an independent Pitsmoor themed evening of talks. Pitsmoor TEDx was held at Christ Church on 27th June and was a great success.

2015-10-05 16:19:17

PACA Events for the over 50's

Forthcoming events at PACA for the over 50's for Autumn 2015

2015-09-23 11:43:10

PACA Events

Forthcoming events at PACA for Autumn 2015

2015-09-23 11:43:06

Calling all Burngreave artists!

Get the skills you need to progress your career as an artist for free!

2015-08-28 10:50:02

Positive Negatives 8th Film Festival

Friday 6th August 2004 – Sunday 8th August 2004 at the Spectrum Centre, Burngreave. Showing a selection of films for all age groups.

2015-08-28 10:35:43

Burngreave Green Environment Programme Events

BGEP events through August 2004.

2015-08-28 10:32:37

Community Re>Paint Co-ordinator wanted

Application deadline: 6th August 2004. SCRAP Ltd is looking for a part-time Paint Co-ordinator to start in September.

2015-08-28 10:29:40

No flag-waving hidden agenda

“Just thought I had to reply to the letter from last issue about the craze for displaying the flag of St George. I mean, 'narrow-minded nationalism and retrogressive petty triumphalism'.”

2015-08-28 10:20:19

SOAR Community Burngreave Library and Volunteer Coordinator

SOAR Community Burngreave library and volunteer coordinator

2015-08-25 20:27:12

Burngreave Voices: Our Stories Celebrated

‘A slice of life’ – An exhibition of photographs of Burngreave people and places. Fri 7th Oct Sun 9th Oct 2005

2015-08-20 23:47:41

Osgathorpe Jam One Love Festival 2005

In its fifth year the festival is an excellent annual family occasion, where there will be a diverse range of activities.

1–8pm Sunday 31 July 2005, Osgathorpe Park (Earl Marshall Recreation Ground)

2015-08-20 21:53:20

Summer of fun

Planning ahead for the summer? Make sure you get Burngreave’s events in your diary.

2015-08-20 21:46:27

Hip Hip!

After a crazy start with excited parents chasing after one another and familiar requests for children to move their cars, the first Burngreave Young People’s Award Ceremony began.

2015-08-20 15:35:57

Chapel cinema show saved

Over 200 people attending a visually and acoustically amazing ensemble of screenings, supported by a live performance from Sundaze, and an array of moving images from both Burngreave- and Yorkshire based filmmakers.

2015-08-20 15:30:41

What’s so funny about living in Burngreave?

If you are one half of Sheffield’s only comic theatre duo – ABORT comedy, then possibly, quite a lot. Burngreave-based writer and performer – Stewart Lodge, talks to the other member of ABORT comedy – Steven Loader, about making a funny show for people to laugh at.

2015-08-20 15:26:39

What a choice!

International Women’s Day came early in Burngreave this year with an event on the 7th March 2005.

2015-08-20 15:22:16

Join Our Celebrations

St Peter’s Church, Ellesmere – Silver Jubilee.

Praise Evening 16th April 2005
Barn Dance 30th April 2005

2015-08-20 14:55:29

Lighting Up Burngreave

On Saturday 20th November 2004 the Lord Major officially turned on the festive lights on Elsmere Green to help brighten up Burngreave through the winter.

2015-08-18 21:53:48

Public meeting questions answered

At the recent BNDfC public meeting held at Verdon Street Recreation Centre on Friday 17 September 2004, a number of issues were raised.

2015-08-18 21:32:35

Petre Street Bonfire

The whole community seemed to have turned out to a location that looked out over Sheffield, where we could see very impressive fireworks going off all over the city. Then our display started and it was better than any other we could see.

2015-08-18 21:16:38

Carnival of Light

On Saturday 20th November 2004, Spital Hill was illuminated as Ellesmere Green played host to Burngreave’s first Carnival of Lights, reflecting the seasonal celebrations of many cultures at this time of year.

2015-08-18 21:14:16

Abbeyfield Festival Focus

What makes the Abbeyfield Festival such a success? We asked Panni Poh Yoke Loh, Events Coordinator at Green City Action who organise the event, for the low down…

2015-08-18 13:59:04

Poetry winner

Inspired by the theme ‘Celebrating Our Roots’, St Catherine’s student Jessica Greenhough came second in the 9–12 year group of Seventh Annual Poetry Competition to celebrate National Poetry Day.

2015-08-18 13:30:02

Burngreave finds its voice

Last month Verdon Street Rec hosted a wealth pictures, stories and displays about the area’s history to celebrate the launch of Burngreave Voices: Our Stories Celebrated, a project aiming to gather together some of the untold stories of residents’ lives and histories.

2015-08-18 10:58:07

BWRC Celebrating Achievements

Black Women’s Resource Centre have had another successful year and are inviting people to an open to day to celebrate the achievements of the children using the centre.

2015-08-18 10:44:17

The Cactus Club Update

On 28th September 2004 the Cactus Club management were granted planning permission for their building on Earsham Street, and are now working with building regulators, to bring the premises up to health and safety standards.

2015-08-18 10:41:51

Sage Greenfingers Singing Sessions

Sage greenfingers Singing sessions

2015-08-10 10:27:52

50th Anniversary Celebration Concert: 19th September

John and Margaret Mellor invite you to a celebration concert for their 50th wedding anniversary. Saturday 19th September, 7.30 – 9.30 pm at St Peter's Ellesmere, Lyons Close, Sheffield, S4 7AW

2015-08-03 08:28:15

Victorious Vikings Workshop

History comes to life

2015-08-02 11:33:19

Sport FX South Yorkshire

Football, boxing, cricket and dancing at Firvale Academy; times and venue

2015-08-01 09:26:59

Earl Marshall Youth Club

Earl Marshall Youth Club Times and venue.

2015-08-01 08:31:03

SADACCA Womens' Group: Afternoon tea with a difference

SADACCA Womens' Group: Afternoon tea with a difference

2015-07-24 11:28:28

Burngreave Library Co-ordinator vacancy

SOAR job vacancy advertisement for Burngreave Library co-ordinator

2015-07-24 10:22:49

Beacons planning meeting

A meeting will be held to plan for the Beacon's event at Parkwood springs in October.

2015-07-23 11:54:24

Well Dressing in Burngreave Cemetery

A picture made from natural materials to decorate the site of an old well in the cemetery

2015-07-14 13:39:37

Cemetery Well Dressing July 3rd-5th

The Burngreave Cemetery annual well dressing takes place the first week in July

2015-06-16 13:14:07

Sheffield Oromo Cultural day

Sheffield Oromo community hosted a cultural day

2015-05-28 13:37:28

SAGE Greenfingers host sun blessed theatre

Sage Greenfingers have hosted an event by the Mikron Theatre company

2015-05-28 13:30:11

Stories from the Byron Wood Bugle

Byron Wood Bugle reports on climbing, Egyptian dancing and Lowry activities

2015-05-28 13:16:44

Daff workshop

teaching session on the daff drum.

2015-05-28 13:08:10

The Dragon of Pitsmoor

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground people made an enormous dragon for Sharrow Lantern Festival.

2015-05-28 11:59:49

TEDx event

Stimulating talks at Christ Church

2015-05-25 12:41:36

Folk singer of the year award

Local resident and folk singer Nancy Kerr, a member of The Full English Band, has won ‘Folk Singer of the Year’ at the Radio 2 Folk Awards.

2015-05-25 10:39:06

Celebrating Shirecliffe

Saturday 4th September 2004 was a great day for Shirecliffe as residents, visitors and volunteers celebrated at the Shirecliffe Festival in Parkwood School.

2015-05-11 18:03:27

Sunny day transforms Wensley

On 8th September 2004 all roads led to the Wensley estate. There was music and live stage entertainment on the new BNDfC truck, with No Excuse heading the bill. Craft stalls, information and games blended with jugglers and clowns on stilts.

2015-05-11 18:01:04

Creative Burngreave

After a hugely successful year for the Creative Burngreave Steering Group and Team, they are pleased to announce that they have met all targets for artist training, mentoring, and artists funding during 2003–2004.

2015-05-11 17:55:57

A month of culture

October 2004 sees two big celebrations of culture come together, the national Black History Month and Off the Shelf, Sheffield’s annual festival of writing and reading. Burngreave has its own plans to mark and celebrate these two events, check out what’s on in the area…

2015-05-11 17:41:02

Fun with OWLS

Over the past six weeks the Burngreave Community Forestry Project (BCFP) and the Burngreave Rangers have been working with school children in Roe Woods on an Outdoor Woodland Learning Scheme (OWLS).

2015-05-11 17:07:57

Radio Burngreave

Radio Burngreave has shut up shop after a month of broadcasting to the community. The station opened its doors on 14th August and played host to a wide variety of programmes provided by Burngreave residents.

2015-05-11 16:47:46

Adventure pitches camp

Pitsmoor kids had great fun on their summer camp despite downpours and thunder storms.

2015-05-11 11:48:27

Osgathorpe Jam – One Love 2004

The One Love Jam made a welcome second annual appearance on the afternoon of Sunday 25th July in Osgathorpe Park.

2015-05-11 11:47:05

Pride in new plaza

Based at 64 to 68a Spital Hill, the Spital Hill Plaza & Function Room project has already attracted interest from a large section of our community’s small enterprises. A florist, fish market, clothing sales, barber and beauty salon, blending with a charity shop while above that sits a large function room. These things are already earmarked for Burngreave’s first shopping plaza.

2015-05-11 11:24:29

Make up Master Class

One day only masterclass in facial make up running at Firvale Centre. 26th May.

2015-04-27 23:16:22

Make up Master Class

One day only masterclass in facial make up running at Firvale Centre. 26th May.

2015-04-27 23:16:20

Singing Workshops for Women

Singing Workshops for Women organised by Sage Greenfingers

2015-04-24 10:10:28

We were there, were you?

Once again the Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival was a great success. The Area Panel was there to join in the festivities and take the opportunity to hear your views on all that is happening in Burngreave.

2015-03-31 13:17:46

Burngreave Going Live

Burngreave is getting ready to hit the airwaves with the launch of Burngreave Community Radio (BCR) in August.

2015-03-31 13:04:57

Beautiful Burngreave showcases talent

Burngreave is being given the chance to shine after funding was secured for ‘The Festivals Project’, which will deliver four major community events in the area.

2015-03-31 12:57:45

Multicultural Festival Splendor

News about the Messenger website and general Messenger information.

2015-03-31 09:08:53

Without a show from the sun the people of Burngreave and surrounding area weren’t to be deterred from flocking into Abbeyfield Park on Sunday 11th July 2004. Again the vibrant so

2015-03-31 08:57:16

TEDx comes to Pitsmoor

TED talks began in 1984 at a conference on Technology, Entertainment and Design, and aim to make great ideas accessible over a worldwide network, shared by some of the most influential and powerful people on the planet. TEDx events are run independently by communities around the world.

2015-03-23 14:41:07

Celebrating John Ruskin

Over the next two years Abbeyfield Park House will host a programme including an artist placement and workshops about the Victorian thinker and artist John Ruskin

2015-03-23 13:26:12

Spital Hill in knots

In our last print issue in October, we reported that the sculptures that form part of the Spital Hill improvements were to be installed by the end of the month. The eagle-eyed among you may have noticed they still aren't there.

2015-03-23 12:31:47

Brand new conversation class in Page Hall area

Free conversation class

2015-02-26 16:42:02

Handmade Cinema

Two films “Up” and “Moonrise” in memory of Pat Duggan.

2015-02-23 07:41:45

International Womens Day

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 4th MARCH 2015 #MAKE IT HAPPEN FREE EVENT with many stalls etc

2015-02-08 09:34:40

Steel City Film and Media Launch

Steel City Film and Media Launch

2015-02-04 10:53:21

New Year New Worker

We start off 2015 with some good news – Amy Palmer is our new project co-ordinator and will be working with volunteers to produce new issues of the Messenger in March and June 2015

2015-01-03 17:50:40

New sewing class opens at Whiteways

A successful garment-making class is open for new members at Whiteways Primary School.

2014-12-14 17:36:57

Vacancy for Project Co-ordinator at the Messenger

The Burngreave Messenger is seeking a self-motivated individual with excellent organisational and communication skills to work as our Project Co-ordinator

18.5 hours per week (0.5 FTE)
£24,892 per year pro rata (equivalent to NJC Scale SO1, SCP 29)
Temporary for 6 months, January – June 2015
Deadline for applications: 7th December 2014

2014-11-15 19:26:59

Burngreave's Autumn Colours

Autumn colours around Osgathorpe Park

2014-10-30 14:59:36

Kids Create: Half-term make and do workshops

For children aged between 4 and 12. Children will be able to engage in, and enjoy creative activities in a safe, fun environment. The sessions are based on themed days which will be both indoor and outdoor. 28th,29th and 30th October 2014 at the Scout Hut, Holtwood Road.

2014-10-21 15:56:39

Writing our Lives

A Creative Writing Workshop. A practical and supportive course organised in terms of weekly themes chosen to help you develop your confidence in writing.

2014-10-16 15:00:53

Friends of Firth Park news and events - Autumn 2014

News, events and information from the Friends of Firth Park for the autumn of 2014.

2014-10-09 15:31:22

Black History Month Programme of Events

Events celebrating Black History Month

2014-10-02 15:07:05

Black History Month 2014 launch

SADACCA in association with other community organisations will be holding a series Black History Month events. This year's theme ‘Peace in troubled times’ and will be launched on Sunday 5th October 2014.

2014-10-01 11:54:52

Cemetery Chapel Autumn activities

Events at the Cemetery Chapel from October through to November 2014.

2014-09-29 03:55:42

Cheap Thrills

A big thank you to the enthusiastic crowd that filled Burngreave Cemetery Chapel for the 4th Cheap Thrills, Zero Budget Film Festival.

2014-09-28 19:06:44

Summer activities in Burngreave Cemetery

The WW1 postcard exhibition was enjoyed by visitors during its three day opening and most of the display is still available to view on Sundays. As part of the WW1 event, we created a small well dressing inspired by one of the postcards.

2014-09-27 10:38:49

International Meal

The International Meal is held on the first Thursday of the month at the Welcome Centre, Christchurch, Pitsmoor. T

2014-09-26 20:36:29

Spital Hill art

Artworks commissioned to complement improvements to Spital Hill and Ellesmere Green are nearing completion with two new metal sculptures expected to be installed by the middle of October.

2014-09-26 20:31:13

Abbeyfield Park House sundial

The sundial has recently been returned to its place on the corner of the house in Abbeyfield park after the recent maintenance works.

2014-09-26 20:07:00

Messy Church September to December

Creative family church with arts and crafts, music and food!

2014-09-26 17:56:35

Family Learning at Firs Hill

An exciting six week family learning course called “Talking Together” started on Wednesday 17th September at Firs Hill Primary School

2014-09-26 15:41:45

Readers rise to the challenge

Burngreave Library was busy with children during the summer holidays. Many were encouraged to keep reading by the Library Service’s Summer Reading Challenge. The Burngreave Messenger and Pitsmoor Adventure Playground also provided activities based on this year’s reading theme, the Mythical Maze.

2014-09-25 15:15:57

Roma musical heritage film

Two young men from Burngreave are the stars of a new film exploring the cultural and musical traditions of Sheffield's Roma community.

2014-09-25 15:08:41

Messenger funding comes to an end

After 15 brilliant years and so much contribution from so many people, the Messenger’s current funding has come to an end and there will be no December edition.

2014-09-25 14:45:33

October issue deadline: Wednesday 10th September

The copy deadline for the October 2014 issue of the Messenger is Wednesday 10th September. The issue will be distributed from Saturday 27th September.

2014-09-04 16:08:07

Ceilidh for Burngreave Library

Sunday 21st September. A get together for children and families in support of Burngreave Library, with music, dancing and refreshments.

2014-08-29 18:30:08

Burngreave Library Celebration 30th August

There will be a small celebration at the Library on Saturday, 30th August giving out certificates for summer scheme.

2014-08-29 14:47:23

Community mosaic workshop

Sunday community workshops at the cemetery chapel to create a sundial.

2014-08-15 17:51:59

Cemetery WW1 exhibition

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the start of WW1, Burngreave Cemetery displayed postcards, artworks and info about WW1 war graves.

2014-08-15 17:17:32

Cheap Thrills Zero Budget Film Festival 2014

4th ‘blockbusting’ year of the Cheap Thrills Film Festival at Burngreave Cemetery Chapel on 20th September 2014.

2014-07-28 16:12:35

Exercise

Burngreave Health Bulletin guide to healthy exercise classes in the area.

2014-07-24 14:21:20

Theatre at Grimesthorpe photo gallery

A collection of photos take by Anwar Suliman at Grimesthorpe Allotments of Mikron theatre group performing ‘Till the Cows Come Home’.

2014-07-22 18:38:45

Festival weekend photo gallery 8

Abbeyfield BIG Weekender Gallery 8 by Priya

2014-07-22 16:35:05

Festival weekend photo gallery 6

Photos from the Tour de France and Abbeyfield Festival taken by Priya Blackham, Elizabeth & Gordon Shaw and Saleema Imam.

2014-07-22 16:27:41

Festival weekend photo gallery 5

Gallery of photos take by Mhari-Anne Lowrie of the Abbeyfiled Festival and Tour de France.

2014-07-22 15:51:46

Festival weekend photo gallery 4

Gallery of photos taken by Priya Blackham at the 2014 two-day Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival Big Weekender.

2014-07-22 15:42:33

Festival weekend photo gallery 3

A collection of photos taken by Seema Ghazal at the 2014 Abbeyfield Multicultural Festival.

2014-07-22 15:19:28

Festival weekend photo gallery 2

Pictures taken by Lisa Swift of the Tour de France as it passes through Burngreave.

2014-07-22 14:30:54

Festival weekend photo gallery 1

Selection of photos of the 2014 Abbeyfield Festival and Tour de France taken by Graham Jones, Patrick Amber and Philip Ireson

2014-07-22 14:29:00

Byron Wood Family Fun Day Photos

More pictures of the day at Byron Wood Family Fun Day.

2014-07-18 21:06:03

Whiteways Mela Photo Gallery

Photographs of Whiteways Summer Mela on 25th June.

2014-07-18 16:25:19

Embroidered Postcards of WWI

A display of sweetheart postcards and other artwork associated with World War I

2014-07-18 15:47:39

Well dressing celebrates Tour

This year's annual well dressing in Burngreave Cemetery had a topical ‘Tour de France’ theme.

2014-07-18 15:43:21

Embroidered Postcards of the Great War

The members of Burngreave Community Cemetery Chapel have used the theme of Embroidered Postcards to recognise the Centenary of the Great War, 1914 -1918, in an exhibition at the Cemetery.

2014-07-18 15:35:44

Firth Park Fun day Gallery

Photos of activities on the Firth Park fun Day Sunday 29th june

2014-07-18 15:31:53

Cemetery book launch

A new book about Burngreave Cemetery and its history of mining links with the community was launched at the Vestry Hall on Saturday 21st June.

2014-07-18 15:08:32

Longley awards

On the 24th of June, media students and teachers at Longley Park Sixth Form College celebrated the success of their courses with a Hollywood style awards show.

2014-07-18 15:01:10

SAGE Greenfingers brings theatre to Grimesthorpe

Travelling theatre company, Mikron, asked the Burngreave charities SAGE Greenfingers, Green City Action and Grimesthorpe Allotments Association if they would support a performance of their latest play.

2014-07-18 14:51:24

Robert Smith’s new EP

Local musician – and sometime Messenger reporter – Rob Smith has launched a new EP, with the prospect of a full album later in the year.

2014-07-18 14:49:25

Inspirational Nasheed singer launches new album

Internationally renowned and Fir Vale's very own Ahmad Hussain has announced the date for the release of his hugely anticipated follow-up album ‘My Beloved’.

2014-07-18 14:43:10

George and Brian: Play it again George!

George is concerned about his ability to still be able to play the piano in Edgar Lowman's latest installment of his George and Brian cartoon strip.

2014-07-18 14:35:52

Playground welcomes the Tour

On 5th July while the Tour de France was breezing through Yorkshire, the Pitsmoor Adventure Playground was running its own time trials for the under fives.

2014-07-18 14:26:36

Arts and Reading

Arts and Reading activities over Summer 2014.

2014-07-17 20:25:04

Summer Activities 2014

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2014-07-17 17:42:27

Parkwood Academy Community Summer Fair

The annual Summer Fair at Parkwood Academy took place on Saturday 21st June. It was a brilliant sunny day and well over 1000 people turned out to support the event.

2014-07-17 15:11:05

Schools raise thousands for the Library

Burngreave children and families have raised thousands of pounds for Burngreave Library in June and July, showing just how important the library is to local parents and children.

2014-07-17 15:04:07

Firth Park Fun Day

The annual Firth Park Fun Day returned on Sunday 29th June and brought loads of fun activities.

2014-07-17 14:33:11

Ellesmere Green opening event

At last the new Ellesmere Green was formally opened on 22nd June.

2014-07-17 14:27:46

Burngreave Welcomes the Tour

The Tour de France inspired a special two-day Abbeyfield Festival.

2014-07-17 14:21:08

Update on courses at WiCAT

The course programme is nearing the end but there are still a few places available on some of the courses

2014-07-04 15:32:21

Burngreave Well Dressing and Tour de France

The creation of this year’s well dressing will take place this week in the cemetery chapel.

2014-06-30 19:00:16

Abbeyfield’s Big Weekender 5th and 6th July 2014

This year's Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival is running over a whole weekend on the 5th and 6th July, and will be the official Tour de France spectator hub on Sunday.

2014-06-30 17:54:07

100 Black Men's Walk for Health: 10th Anniversary Evening

The 100 Black Men's Walk for Health group will hold their 10th anniversary evening celebration at Sheffield Hallam University on Saturday 7th June 2014.

2014-06-05 17:13:49

Burngreave International Markets launch

Celebrate the launch of the newly refurbished Ellesmere Green on Sunday 22nd June. Car Boot Sale at 7am.

2014-06-02 12:48:18

Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival: The BIG Weekender 2014

As the official spectator hub to the Tour de France, this year's Abbeyfield Festival will take place over TWO days on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th July.

2014-06-02 12:27:27

Radio Ramadhan 87.7FM

Radio Ramadhan is an annual radio station, on air during the month of Ramadhan. The station, formed in 2000, strengthens bonds within the community during Ramadhan and many presenters are volunteers from Burngreave and Fir Vale.

2014-06-02 11:46:41

Zero Budget Films Wanted

Cheap Thrills the Zero Budget Film Festival is back.

2014-05-30 21:38:17

Fever Grass By Myrtle Walker

fever grass is edible and can be used to make a refreshing tea.

2014-05-30 17:02:12

The Jamaican Breadfruit Tree By Tandi

Breadfruit is a popular ingredient in Jamaican food

2014-05-30 16:57:22

Arnica Montana by Nikola

The Arnica Montana plant from Slovakia is used as a a cream to treat bruises and inflammation

2014-05-30 16:51:51

Playground for all

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground activities

2014-05-29 16:26:10

Easter Fayre

An Easter Fayre was held in Burngreave Vestry Hall to raise money for Burngreave Library

2014-05-29 16:21:12

George and Brian: Tour de Burngreave

Cartoon characters George and Brian prepare for the tour de france visit.

2014-05-29 16:08:03

Chocolicious Byron Wood

On the 8th and 9th of April, Y3s and Y4s from Byron Wood Primary School, performed the classic chocolicious Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

2014-05-29 15:59:17

Messenger editorial

Now that summer is here, it is time to get out and about to all the festivals and events in the area.

2014-05-29 15:03:01

Residents raise money for the Library

Local residents have been working hard to raise money for Burngreave Library, to help keep it open and staffed.

2014-05-29 14:37:21

Mikron Theatre production of "Till the Cows Come Home"

SAGE Greenfingers are celebrating their 10th anniversary this year and one of the events which is happening as part of these celebrations is a production of “Till the Cows Come Home” by the Mikron Theatre on the 11th June at Grimesthorpe Allotments.

2014-05-15 15:13:26

Writing our lives

A new creative English skills workshop, starting Monday 12th May. Would you like to share your life experiences through creative writing?

2014-05-02 16:11:56

EU Migrants Community Open Day

EU Migrants Community Open Day at Pakistan Muslim Centre, 26th April 2014. (Contact to book a stall).

2014-04-17 16:21:11

Older people’s activities

Health Bulletin guide to meetings and lunch clubs for older people in the ara.

2014-04-17 15:48:15

Mental well-being & social activities

Health Bulletin guide to events and meetings for personal wellbeing in the area.

2014-04-17 15:16:20

New Home Maintenance Courses launched

WICAT (Women in Construction, Arts and Technology) has launched its new, extensive home maintenance training course programme.

The Sheffield-based voluntary organisation is running courses between now and Autumn in nine different topics from bricklaying, joinery and car maintenance through to plumbing, plastering and electrics.

2014-04-10 17:56:53

Family Funday at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground

Saturday 26th April 12.30 – 4.30pm

Raising Money for Burngreave Library

2014-04-10 17:40:41

Burngreave Community First grants applications

The deadline for applications to the Burngreave Community First grants will be Thursday 17th April.

2014-04-10 17:32:34

Easter Holiday Activities 2014

Activities for children and young people in Burngreave and Fir Vale during the Easter holiday.

2014-04-10 16:31:51

Future Firth Park events

Events to come later in 2014 organised but Friends of Firth Park, including a Heritage Day in the Clock Tower on 13th September and First World War commemorations.

2014-04-05 16:54:10

Music in the Park

The Hallamshire Military Concert Band will be playing in the park at Firth Park on9th July 2014. They will play marches, songs from the shows and light classical music.

2014-04-05 16:04:09

Firth Park Summer Fun Day

The very popular Firth Park Festival has renamed itself the Firth Park Summer Fun Day andwill take place on Sunday 29th June 2014.

2014-04-05 15:52:13

Friends of Firth Park: Editorial

Summary of the Friends of Firth Park's activities since Autumn 2013.

2014-04-05 15:23:37

Cleethorpes Trip

Burngreave TARA are organising a trip to Cleethorpes for Wednesday, 28th May 2014. Book your place!

2014-04-04 16:02:40

Burngreave TARA Easter Fayre

Details of the Burngreave Tara Fayre at Burngreave Vestry Hall on Saturday, 12th April.

2014-04-04 15:55:29

Sewing class

Learn how to make or repair clothes or do anything else.

2014-04-04 15:38:02

Summertime is here

The clocks went forward an hour this weekend – 30th March – and local artist, Steve Poole adjusted the sundial on the corner of The Lodge in Abbeyfield Park, to match.

2014-03-31 21:27:02

Burngreave Cemetery Chapel

Friends of Burngreave cemetery are looking for volunteers.
Coming events in the cemetery (Bat walk and Permaculture Design course)

2014-03-31 10:46:48

Trustee Vacancies: Friends of Abbeyfield Park

The Friends of Abbeyfield Park (FOAP) are reconstituting as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, and seeking individuals to join the Trustee Board that will govern the organisation.

2014-03-31 09:56:40

Playground drumming workshop

Children enjoy a half-term drumming workshop at the playground, organised in partnership with Haven House women’s refuge

2014-03-30 13:34:54

Jigsaw

Meet for crafts, stories and cake at St Peter’s Church, Ellesmere.

2014-03-29 21:33:15

Cabinet in the Community

Leaders at Sheffield City Council are to hold a ‘Question Time’ style session to discuss the issues that matter to residents in the North East Area.

2014-03-28 20:53:31

Precious wins design prize

Pye Bank student, Precious Bryan, won 1st place in the Horrid Henry design competition she entered last October.

2014-03-28 16:59:50

Oromo Language School

Oromo Language School celebrates UN International Language Day

2014-03-28 16:49:21

Fantastic show at Owler Brook Primary School

Staff put on a fantastic show for the pupils of Owler Brook with a storytime show which featured lots of familiar book characters.

2014-03-28 15:58:34

World Book Day at St Catherine’s School

St Catherine’s School joined in the World Book Day celebrations, and children dressed up as their favourite characters

2014-03-28 15:55:10

George and Brian: Pancake Day

Cartoon

2014-03-28 15:53:34

World Book Day at Firs Hill School

On Thursday 6th March children and staff at Firs Hill dressed as their favourite book characters and paraded round the hall in a fashion show so everyone could see each other’s fantastic costumes.

2014-03-28 15:50:05

World Book Day at Fir Vale School

On World Book Day Fir Vale secondary school had an outstanding time: games in the Learning Resource Centre, Stop, Drop, and Read

2014-03-28 15:39:19

Supporting women

The Women's Group at SADACCA (Sheffield And District African Caribbean Community Association) celebrated International Women's Day by focusing on the topic of women’s health.

2014-03-27 15:28:46

Celebrating International Women’s Day

Women in Burngreave joined in the celebrations for International Women’s Day in March.

2014-03-27 14:19:16

Conversation Class

The ideal class to improve your speaking and listening. Gain confidence speaking to others in English.Free. Every Thursday afternoon at Whiteways Primary School.

2014-03-07 15:31:13

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year marks the beginning of Spring, so is called the Spring Festival. Years are noted in 12-year cycles. People bear the qualities of the particular animal that represents the year they were born in. This is the ‘rooster’ year.

2014-03-04 15:41:27

Writing for Life

Saturday 12th February, 10am–12 noon, Abbeyfield Park House

2014-03-04 15:33:49

…So would you like to volunteer?

Volunteers are at the heart of what the Messenger is about, they decide what is in each issue and there are lots of practical tasks to be done. But it doesn’t have to mean a week in, week out commitment, you can decide what you take on.

2014-03-04 15:25:10

Volunteering for the Messenger

Carl Rose is a freelance photographer and designer, who has both volunteered and worked for the Messenger over the last five years.

2014-03-04 15:04:31

Half Term Activities for Children February 2014

Activities in Burngreave during February half term holidays for children and young people.

2014-02-21 10:04:47

International Womens Day 2014

International Womens Day event at Fir Vale Centre 4th March 2014

2014-02-20 15:20:01

Firth Park Fun Day Committee planning meetings

New members wanted to help plan this year's summer fun day.

2014-02-18 23:28:51

Residents support Burngreave Library on National Libraries Day

Residents, families and children flocked to Burngreave Library on 8th February to support their local library and celebrate National Libraries Day.

2014-02-11 15:31:29

Beehives in Burngreave

The Friends of Burngreave Cemetery are planning to site beehives in the cemetery sometime in the spring

2014-02-07 14:53:10

An amazing play called Oliver

On the 22nd of January 2014, Y5 and Y6 girls from Byron Wood Primary school went to the Crucible Theatre to see an amazing play called Oliver.

2014-02-07 14:43:19

National Libraries Day at Burngreave Library

Come and join us to celebrate National Libraries Day at Burngreave Library. Saturday 8th February from 12.00 – 3.00pm

2014-02-06 17:55:07

International Women’s Day - Inspiring Change

Celebrating the social, political and economic achievements of women in 2013/2014 at Verdon Recreation Centre.

2014-02-01 15:11:50

Burngreave Cemetery Chapel Artist in Residence

Friends of Burngreave Cemetery And Chapel welcome applications for the next ‘Artist in Residence'.

2014-02-01 15:03:33

A Soldier from Sheffield

Alan Billam who spent much of his life in Grimesthorpe has published a book in memory of his father— its a limited edition of 200 copies.

2014-01-31 16:43:39

March of Celebration

Over 100 women and children marched through Fir Vale on 26th January to celebrate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.

2014-01-31 16:06:51

Writing creatively

Burngreave’s Creative Writing Group have been busy with their thoughts and their pens. They meet every two weeks to discuss writing, sometimes their own and sometimes published authors.

2014-01-31 15:33:59

George & Brian: Motherly Love

Edgar Lowman's George and Brian cartoon, guest-starring George's mum…

2014-01-31 14:48:58

Local boxers become national champions

Zeeshan Maughal and Aseel Lahsoon were crowned champions in the Senior Novice Championship, hosted by the Amateur Boxing Association. The championship took place in Cranwell in Lincolnshire on 7th December 2013 and 50 senior amateur boxers competed with each other.

2014-01-30 20:15:19

Concerns about Khat legal change

Government plans to ban khat have caused concern in Burngreave after Theresa May, the Home Secretary, announced plans to categorise it as a Class C drug.

2014-01-30 15:28:25

Make- up Course

Would you like to learn how to apply the right colours to complement your outfits? Then don’t worry help is at hand. Come and learn it for yourself…

2014-01-17 15:30:54

Winter Fun Day

Winter Fun Day at the Ripples Project, next to the Clock Tower on Firth Park Road with Free music, games, activities and entertainment.

2014-01-17 14:29:45

Library campaign: Quotes on the Central Library walls

Gordon Shaw has collated a handful of quotes about libraries, seen on the stairwell walls of Central Libray, in the hope that they willinspire the council to keep Burngreave Library open.

2013-12-20 16:57:45

Friends of Firth Park Christmas Singalong

The Friends of Firth Park Christmas Singalong will take place on Wednesday 18th December 2013.

2013-12-05 21:40:22

Christmas Bazaar

Christmas celebration event at Christ Church Pitsmoor on Saturday 14th December 2013.

2013-12-05 15:46:57

Burgreave TARA Christmas Fayre

Details of Burngreave Tenants & Residents Association Christmas Fayre, Saturday 7th December 2013.

2013-12-01 23:49:57

Art in Burngreave Cemetery

‘Colours’ – an exhibition by Lois Palframan will be in Burngreave Cemetery Chapel in early December.

2013-11-30 20:34:02

Somali projects ask for support from Councillor

Parents from the Somali community gathered at the Vestry Hall on 5th October to meet Councillor Jackie Drayton. They asked for her support to continue projects now running at the Vestry Hall for children and families.

2013-11-29 20:40:49

Feeling Good on Verdon Street

Women have been flocking to Verdon Recreation Centre to enjoy new activities at the drop-in every Wednesday morning.

2013-11-29 20:29:08

Metal sculpture designs revealed

Designs for the proposed artworks on Spital Hill have been revealed by the Council. Images of metal sculptures for the area outside Tesco and the corner by the Vestry Hall and a series of pieces for Ellesmere Green are on display at Burngreave Library and Sorby House.

2013-11-29 15:58:46

Creative writing group

Local residents have relaunched a creative writing group to help people get into producing their own writing.

2013-11-29 15:20:10

Christmas fun at Verdon

Verdon Youth Club have been preparing for Christmas at their regular twice-weekly sessions.

2013-11-29 15:10:38

Firth Park Halloween party

The Friends of Firth Park held a Halloween Party in the Clock Tower and Ripples in the Pond area of the Park on 31st October.

2013-11-29 15:05:53

Christmas costumes for St. Catherine’s

The Craft Group which meets weekly in the Crescent Community Centre, helped with Nativity costumes for the school children.

2013-11-29 11:57:11

Hindu Samaj lights up Burngreave

On Sunday 3rd November, the Sheffield Hindu Samaj,in Burngreave, celebrated Diwali (the festival of lights)and the Hindu New Year the most important festival in the Hindu calendar.

2013-11-29 11:50:11

George & Brian: Rudolf's Reward

Festive edition of Edgar Lowman's George and Brian cartoon

2013-11-28 21:32:18

Pye Bank School’s Top Teeth

Children & parents at Pye Bank CE Primary celebrated the launch of the film ‘Top Teeth’ which was made at the school.

2013-11-28 20:57:52

Owler Brook is out of this world !

Visitors from outer space inspired the design ideas of Owler Brook pupils in November, as they tackled the big questions of the universe while also gaining skills to become better learners.

2013-11-28 20:39:54

140 years of Burngreave Library

Burngreave Library is one of the oldest branch libraries in Sheffield, first opening its doors over 140 years ago.

2013-11-28 20:23:56

What the library means to us

Burngreave Library is a great resource for teaching and learning. I sometimes take my ESOL students there to explore and use the facilities.

2013-11-28 15:41:58

Burngreave Library campaign

Pye Bank Parents Group have taken a lead in campaigning for Burngreave Library to remain open and staffed.

2013-11-28 15:26:14

Yemeni workers recognised

A film documenting the memories of retired Yemeni steelworkers from Burngreave was premièred at the Vestry Hall in October

2013-11-28 14:56:58

Black History Month at SADACCA

On 6th October, SADACCA invited the community to a splendid event to commemorate the start of Black History Month (BHM). Includes the peom ‘still I Rise’.

2013-11-28 14:38:28

Parkwood Academy Winter Bazaar

Parkwood Academy are hosting their Winter Bazaar on Tuesday 3rd December 2013.

2013-11-25 16:45:09

SADACCA Cultural Activities Fundraising Event

Friday 22nd November: Live on stage: Nottingham's Finest Comedienne ‘Patty Dumplin’ and back by popular demand singing ‘Mi Koffee’ Clinton McKoy. Plus many more…

2013-11-21 19:45:32

Christmas Events at Firth Park

Look out for the Christmas Festival in Firth Park on Friday 29th November and the Christmas Carol Singalong in the Ripples in the Pond area later in December.

2013-11-14 16:58:24

Firth Park Halloween Party

The Friends of Firth Park held a Halloween Party in the Clock Tower and Ripples in the Pond area of the Park on 31st October.

2013-11-14 16:23:49

Weekly Coffee mornings at Verdon Rec

Information sessions from health & other professional visitors, zumba, health walks, Somali dancing, sewing and much more.

2013-11-14 15:34:38

December issue copy deadline: 13th November

The copy deadline for the December 2013 issue of the Messenger is Wednesday 13th November. The issue will be distributed from Saturday 30th November

2013-11-08 16:43:33

Sheffield Community Heritage Forum

The Sheffield Community Heritage Forum will be hosted in the Community Room in Abbeyfield House on Saturday 26th October.

2013-10-22 16:52:56

Beacons Event postponed

The Beacons event – due to take place on Saturday 19th October – has been postponed

2013-10-17 21:14:33

Burngreave Library Meeting: Saturday 19th October 11.45 am

How to keep Burngreave Library open.

2013-10-17 15:55:53

Future of Library Services: consultation has started

Have your say on the future of Library Services in Sheffield

We want to hear your views about the future of library services in Sheffield.

We want to hear from everyone, whether or not you use library services.

2013-10-11 16:56:45

Black History Month 2013

Sheffield and District African Caribbean community Association (SADDACCA), in conjunction with other community organisations will be holding a series of events mark and celebrate Black History Month throughout October 2013

2013-10-11 15:43:44

Feeling good on Verdon Street

The Verdon Recreation Centre is holding Coffee mornings on Wednesdays and monthly cook and eat sessions at The Furnival. Both of which are located on Verdon Street.

2013-10-11 14:33:13

CU LIVE! Chess Master Class for children

Improve your chess-playing skills with interactive tuition from two of Sheffield’s best players at Fir Vale school

2013-10-10 14:49:44

Burngreave Messenger AGM

Come and join us at the Abbeyfield Park House community room on Saturday 9th November for our Annual General Meeting.

2013-09-30 11:37:24

Burngreave Cemetery Bargain Hunt

Sunday 13th October 2013: The Friends group are having a clear-out! Bric-a-brac, Books, Jumble. Plus, it's Apple Day!

2013-09-29 17:27:25

Cheap Thrills Zero Budget Film Festival Photo Gallery

More photos from the Cheap Thrills Zero Budget Film Festival.

2013-09-28 20:27:41

Cheap Thrillers Return

It was a fun, free, family friendly Saturday night out in Burngreave at the “Cheap Thrills Zero Budget Film Festival.” The Cemetery Chapel was buzzing with over a hundred film goers all eager to see an array of films from local film makers.

2013-09-28 20:16:48

Wooden Head returned

The disappearing wooden horse’s head has … reared its head again.

2013-09-27 21:49:52

Harry Brearley in Pitsmoor

Harry Brearley, discoverer of stainless steel, was born on Spital Street in 1871 and later moved with his family to Marcus Street in Pitsmoor which is now demolished. His wife lived on Scott Road.

2013-09-27 21:30:15

Ganesh celebrations

Photo gallery from the Rebirth of Ganesh celebrations at the Hindu Samaj

2013-09-27 21:17:18

Six book challenge award

Library staff at Burngreave Library presented children with certificates and medals in September for completing the Summer Six Book Challenge.

2013-09-27 17:03:47

Murder Mystery

You are invited to help solve the MURDER MYSTERY at the church fair

2013-09-27 15:52:27

Story Sacks pictures

Photos and children's drawings

2013-09-27 15:42:05

Multicultural day photos

Pictures from the Sadacca celebrations

2013-09-27 15:12:34

George & Brian: Badminton

Edgar Lowman's latest cartoon.

2013-09-27 14:59:34

Owler Brook Story Sacks

Children at local schools will soon be able to read stories in Roma, Slovak and English as specialist teaching staff at Owler Brook school prepare to launch their own unique collection of books and reading materials based on traditional European fairy tales.

2013-09-27 14:45:28

Hindu Samaj celebration

From the 9th to the 15th of September, the Hindu Samaj on Buckenham Street held a series of events to celebrate the rebirth of Ganesh, the elephant god.

2013-09-27 14:39:56

SADACCA multicultural day

Celebrations for SADACCA’s International Community Cultural Day were held on 26th August at their premises on the Wicker.

2013-09-27 14:29:13

Eid in Abbeyfield

Al-Taqwa Mosque held a Eid celebration in Abbeyfield Park in August. This is the second year the mosque has held events in the park which are intended to bring the whole community together, not just Muslims. The event included lots of activities for families such as rides, bouncy castles, food and face painting.

2013-09-26 20:44:52

Burngreave Library at risk

Burngreave Library has not made it on to the Council's list of 11 local libraries to be saved.

2013-09-26 16:03:58

Down by the Riverside Festival 2013

Saturday 21st September and Sunday 22nd September. Music, metalwork, traditional crafts and skills

2013-09-12 15:05:36

SADACCA International Community Cultural Day

Sheffield and District African Caribbean Community Association (SADACCA), is hosting its annual International Community Cultural Day on 26th August.

2013-08-23 19:19:45

Bottle-Top Mosaic

With no apparent facilities to separate bottle tops for recycling, Patrick Amber finds inspiration from the Friends of Burngreave Chapel & Cemetery well dressings to collect and use them in a mosaic.

2013-08-14 15:02:17

Fun in the Sun

In celebration of Jamaican Independence Day, Sunday 4th August at Earl Marshall Pub playing fields.

2013-07-27 13:37:06

Millhouses Park EID Festival

To mark the end of the month of Ramadhan there will be an Eid festival at Millhouses Park on the 10th of August 2013.

2013-07-27 13:28:30

Burngreave Cemetery summer events

Upcoming events at Burngreave Cemetery, including the Mosaic workshops.

2013-07-22 13:59:00

Allotment Soup 2013

Sunday 22nd September at Grimesthorpe Allotments. An annual creative and artistic harvest celebration. Artists of all kinds are invited to take part.

2013-07-22 13:51:29

Activity programmes

summer activities in the Messenger catchment area

2013-07-21 18:16:37

Art, Craft, Music & Games

Summer activities in the Messenger catchment area

2013-07-21 17:49:58

Burngreave Library

Summer activities at Burngreave library

2013-07-21 17:32:54

Summer Activities 2013

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2013-07-21 11:55:58

Blunkett supports playground

David Blunkett MP supported local residents campaigning to keep Pitsmoor Adventure Playground at their funday in July.

2013-07-20 19:40:35

Film Festival

Cheap thrills, the zero budget film festival is back, and cheaper than ever! Have you made a film or do you want to make a film? Either way we want to hear from you! We are delighted to show any film that

2013-07-20 10:27:20

Cemetery well dressing

Glorious sunshine heralded the annual well dressing in Burngreave Cemetery on Sunday 14th July

2013-07-20 10:18:36

Pitsmoor’s George Buckley

Sir George Buckley retired this year as Chairman, President and Chief Executive of American company 3M, who manufacture a wide range of products, but perhaps most famously Scotch Tape and Post-it notes.

2013-07-19 22:36:17

Brearley’s early life

During his early childhood, Harry Brearley, discoverer of Stainless Steel, moved from Spital Street to Marcus Street, Pitsmoor

2013-07-19 22:23:44

Parkwood Academy's Summer Fair

Parkwood Academy’s annual summer fair event took place on the 6th July. It was a spectacular event as always, as crowds of all ages gathered

2013-07-19 21:42:51

Abbeyfield House open day

On 22nd June the Friends of Abbeyfield Park (FOAP)held an open day at Abbeyfield Park House.

2013-07-19 21:00:42

Beyond the Veil

For the second year running the Mikron Theatre Company visited Grimesthorpe Allotments.

2013-07-19 20:56:39

Firth Park Festival

On Saturday the 29th of June, the local community gathered together to celebrate the start of summer in the annual Firth Park Festival.

2013-07-19 20:50:24

Spital Hill live art

Local artist Panni Poh YokeLoh organised a “peaceful intervention” on Spital Hill to encourage woment to make use the area,often perceived to be male dominated.

2013-07-19 20:31:00

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery - Nicholaus Hall

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery – Nicholaus Hall

2013-07-19 15:38:59

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery - Anwar Suliman part 2

Part 2 of a series of photos taken by Anwar Suliman at the Abbeyfield Festival.

2013-07-19 15:37:27

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery - Anwar Suliman part 1

Part 1 of a series of photos taken by Anwar Suliman at the Abbeyfield Festival.

2013-07-19 15:35:25

George & Brian: LOL - lipop

Brian gets hot under the collar in the cartoon strip by Edgar Lowman.

2013-07-19 14:32:26

Byron Wood Choir at Symphony Hall Birmingham

Byron Wood’s choir were chosen to perform at the Symphony Hall in Birmingham on Wednesday 3rd July after getting through to the finals at the Music For Youth (MFY) regional competition at Bannerdale Centre earlier this year

2013-07-19 14:19:15

Library moving to Sorby house

The Council have submitted a planning application to move Burngreave library to Sorby House, revealing that the library will be substantially smaller

2013-07-18 15:40:33

Memorable exhibition of Chilean patchwork

June saw an exhibition of patchworks, the arpilleras, at Abbeyfield House. These rich creations made by members of the Chilean community in Sheffield, and further afield, emerged in response to the tragedy and loss suffered by the then refugees from the Pinochet regime.

2013-07-18 15:36:02

Fir Vale primary approved

Council planning officers have given the go ahead for the construction of a new primary school in Fir Vale. Planning permission was granted on July 3rd, nine months after officers first announced the proposals.

2013-07-18 15:09:58

The Editorial

Thank you to local residents who have supported the Messenger with donations in the last year. It is much appreciated and makes a big difference to us. The Messenger also relies on its advertisers, many for whom have been supporting us faithfully for many years.

2013-07-18 14:54:34

Heatwave for Abbeyfield Festival

Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival on the 7th July, was a relaxed community event, describe by one resident as, “So good, no one wanted to go home.”

2013-07-18 14:26:06

Comment on the plan to move Burngreave Library into Sorby House

Plans to move Burngreave Library and Housing Office into Sorby House are available to comment on via the Council's planning website until 23rd July.

2013-07-13 12:16:07

Brighten Up Burngreave

Local residents are planning on giving Burngreave a woolly make-over in September, yarn-bombing Ellesmere Green and any other parts we can reach.

2013-07-03 18:11:37

August issue copy deadline: 3rd July

The copy deadline for the August 2013 issue of the Messenger is Wednesday 3rd July, and will be distributed from Saturday 20th July.

2013-07-02 14:06:35

Live art piece on Spital Hill

Friday June 21st at 7.30pm on Ellesmere Green, Spital Hill. Panni Poh Yoke Loh feels a gender imbalance has occurred around the Spital Hill area, with many more men on the streets and in the cafes than women. This Live Art intervention is for women to simply ‘be’ peacefully in the area in public places and cafes.

2013-06-18 17:09:09

Let’s Grow Things!

Have fun with flowers, fruit and vegetables

2013-06-13 20:08:56

Burngreave Cemetery summer events

Upcoming events at Burngreave Cemetery, including the well-dressing, Permaculture Design Certificate Course

2013-06-05 07:58:52

Pitsmoor Methodist Church events

Coffee morning on June 13th and the Summer Garden Party on June 22nd. Plus: two pianos to give away!

2013-06-03 11:51:05

Elodie All Sainte Launch Event

Please join Elodie All Sainte on 15th June 2013 for a day of fun, exhibition, African dance and foods and find out more about what the organisation is doing.

2013-06-03 11:37:25

Firth Park Festival 2013

Family fun day, Saturday 29th June 11am – 4pm.

2013-06-03 04:38:46

Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival 2013

This year's festival will take place on Sunday 7th July.

2013-06-03 04:07:07

Chileans commemorate 40th anniversary of the coup

Chile Sports, Culture and Development Association (SCDA) moved into Abbeyfield House last month after fifteen years in nearby Norbury Resource Centre.

2013-05-31 20:36:18

Permaculture celebrated

Permaculture Association UK celebrated its 30th birthday in and around Burngreave over the weekend of May 4th and 5th.

2013-05-31 16:35:01

Knit and Natter

The ‘Knit and Natter’ group, run by the Primary Mental Health Care Project and held at the Ashram on Spital Hill, celebrated their 5th anniversary in May

2013-05-31 15:32:57

George & Brian: Exams

George is strangely overjoyed about some exam news in Edgar Lowman's latest cartoon.

2013-05-31 14:27:19

Pye Bank School takes on Verdon

From June 1st Verdon Recreation Centre will be run by Pye Bank School, following budget cuts which resulted in Activity Sheffield cutting all staff support at the centre in April.

2013-05-30 15:16:44

Council to fill Sorby House

Sorby House will be filled with Council services by March 2014, including Burngreave Library, the Housing Office, Community Youth Teams and the Multi-Agency Support Team (MAST).

2013-05-30 14:26:22

Beyond The Veil at Grimesthorpe

The Mikron Theatre come up to Grimesthorpe allotments again to perform Beyond The Veil on Saturday 1st June at 1pm.

2013-05-28 15:06:48

Send us your Spring photos

Celebrate local green spaces and gardens, also the start of the food growing season.

2013-05-22 14:43:26

Cancellation of Environment Day

The Friends of Abbeyfield Park have had to cancel Environment Day that was due to take place on 19th May.

2013-05-16 17:00:48

Summer Fair - 15th June

Firth Park Community Arts College is holding its Summer fair on 15th June.

2013-05-02 14:25:44

Makaton Taster Session

We going to run another Makaton Taster at Whiteways for people who wanting to learn the basics of sign language!

2013-04-25 15:27:33

Ellesmere Youth Project event

Bringing young people together to celebrate achievement.

2013-04-25 14:39:46

Easter holiday activities

Activities for young people over the Easter holiday – full listing.

2013-03-22 18:16:06

George & Brian: Spring Collection!

George & Brian Spring Collection

2013-03-22 16:41:11

Ellesmere loses its head

The council have removed the wooden head carved out of a rowan tree stump which appeared on Ellesmere Road North last year, saying it was not authorised and was a safety risk for road users.

2013-03-22 09:25:29

Red Noses at Whiteways

The air of joy and charity, construed through splashes of red, was present at Whiteways Primary School on Red Nose Day, 15th March 2013. Children, staff and parents alike dressed in red attire and bold noses, ready to indulge in the many Red Nose themed events.

2013-03-21 23:14:03

World Book Day at Firs Hill School

On Thursday 7th March, lots of schools around the country dressed up as storybook characters for World Book Day.

2013-03-21 23:08:41

Fir Vale Reading Community

Students at Fir Vale School were encouraged to sign up to join our wonderful public libraries on 7th March.

2013-03-21 23:03:25

Gothic Bites!

A group of Fir Vale Y9 students were given the chance to express their creativity by producing a film trailer based on Gothic literature.

2013-03-21 22:27:29

Byron Wood visits the 1960s

During the Autumn Term, the Y6 children at Byron Wood Primary School were busy learning about the 1960s, which included a visit to the ‘Beatles Story’ in Liverpool, not to mention preparing for our Strictly Come Singing competition.

2013-03-21 22:04:36

Spital Hill artworks

Three artworks have been commissioned in the Spital Hill area from the sculptor, Michael Johnson, who has made many works in Sheffield and across the country.

2013-03-21 16:18:27

Meet the Spital Hill Sculptor

Meet the sculptor commissioned to make new artworks for Spital Hill and Ellesmere and find out how to take part in the project.

2013-03-04 23:38:45

Ki Himayat performance 15th March

An evening of ethnic song and dance on 15th March from the communities of Sheffield in support of Blubell Wood Children's Hospice..

2013-02-28 16:54:07

Quiz Night Fundraiser 8th March

Cellar Space Quiz Night Fundraiser on Friday 8th March, a great night out for you and your friends with live music and comedy as well as a fantastic quiz.

2013-02-14 16:56:02

Carwood Craft Group

Despite the snow, a determined and lively bunch of crafters gathered on Monday 14th January 2013 at Carwood TARA for the launch of the new Craft Club.

2013-02-02 12:50:35

Digging Deep into Local History

The Friends of Burngreave Cemetery and Chapel have a new project – ‘Digging Deep under the Cemetery.’

2013-02-01 18:08:37

Pie and Pea Murder Mystery

On Saturday 19th Jan, despite the poor weather, the DISORIENTATED EXPRESS murder mystery took place at Pitsmoor Methodist Church.

2013-02-01 17:58:50

Holtwood scouts 70th anniversary

This year is the 70th anniversary of the 205th St Catherine's Scout Group. It was affiliated into the Scout Movement on 1st April 1943, during the dark days of World War II.

2013-02-01 15:24:08

International Womens Day

Celebrating equal rights for women and looking at achievements made by women

2013-02-01 14:27:38

Our Spital Hill artwork

A new art project run by Sheffield City Council called ‘A Common Thread’ will be installed on the Savile Street hoardings next to Tesco.

2013-01-31 19:42:14

Six Book Challenge

Fancy a challenge? Join the Six Book Challenge at any Sheffield library and read six books before the end of May.

2013-01-31 16:05:27

Creative Workshops

craft workshops each Sunday afternoon at the Chapel in Burngreave Cemetery

2013-01-09 09:00:48

Community Youth Teams

Details of activities for young people.

2012-12-20 16:35:51

Origami Sessions At The Library

Origami sessions that are going to take place at the Burngreave library

2012-12-20 15:23:29

Wooden Head appears on Ellesmere Road North

A wooden head, carved from a tree trunk, has appeared on Ellesmere Road North.

2012-12-08 14:38:23

Heritage Lottery Funding for Burngreave Cemetery Local History Project

Friends of Burngreave Chapels and Cemetery have received a one year grant from The Heritage Lottery Fund ‘All our Stories’ project.

2012-12-07 21:14:32

George & Brian: They've seen us!

A festive edition of Edgar Lowman's carton strip.

2012-12-03 13:14:30

Say it with photography

A project to collect local views on Council Housing and the management of public spaces in Burngreave.

2012-12-03 13:08:25

Christmas at St Peter’s Ellesmere

Events at St Peter’s over the festive season.

2012-12-03 12:48:40

Pitsmoor Methodist Church Christmas events

Pitsmoor Methodist Church extend a warm welcome for you to join them for their Christmas events events:

2012-12-03 12:16:03

Firth Park Christmas Lights & Fireworks

The Firth Park Festival committee Christmas event on Thursday 6th December.

2012-12-03 12:06:24

Apple day...

It’s a crisp, sunny, autumn morning in Burngreave cemetery. Rick from Fireside Housing co-op is in charge of the apple juicing and kids of all ages join in chopping and enthusiastically pressing the fruit.

2012-12-03 12:00:43

Rainbows End Christmas events

Various events at Rainbows End over the Christmas period.

2012-12-03 11:57:31

The Crescent Christmas Fair

Christmas Fair at the Crescent Community Centre on Thursday 6th December 2012.

2012-12-03 11:52:41

Harvest Feast photos

Photos taken at the Rock Christian Centre Annual Harvest Feast.

2012-12-03 09:15:16

Recollections of Grimesthorpe

Beginning with a history of Grimesthorpe, Alan Billam follows on with a ‘boy’s eye’ view of life in the area in the ’30s and ’40s; games they played, tricks they got up to and working life as a teenager and young man

2012-12-01 13:40:42

Beacons lit

The sixth Beacons Festival took place on Saturday 13th October on Parkwood Springs.

2012-11-30 18:58:50

Eid al-Adha in the park

October's gloom was temporarily broken when the Islamic festival of Eid al-Adha visited Abbeyfield Park for an colourful afternoon party on 26th October.

2012-11-30 15:46:25

Project work at Parkwood Springs

M.A. Students from Sheffield University's Department of Landscape chose Parkwood Springs for their Urban Development project.

2012-11-30 15:31:33

Owler Brook’s 21st century city

Owler Brook pupils have been gaining skills to become better learners, and with their new learning powers they have designed and built a 21st Century City.

2012-11-30 15:15:03

Parkwood Academy building wins award

Parkwood Academy has won a Commendation in the 2012 Sheffield Design Awards.

2012-11-28 18:03:28

Time For Some Green Action

The Burngreave Green Environment Programme began two years ago with a £1.3 million budget, £1 million of which came from New Deal.

2012-11-15 15:41:39

One Project – Four Festivals!

The exciting new Festivals Project, managed by Green City Action, will deliver four seasonal main events each year throughout Burngreave.

2012-11-15 15:39:33

Christmas Fair

Christmas Fair at Shiregreen United Reform Church, Valentine Crescent, S5 on Saturday 17th November

2012-11-08 15:29:00

Free Art Club for 8-13 year olds

Art in the Park is offering free art club sessions led by local professional artists.

2012-11-05 19:40:05

Sing Through The Winter

Would you like to try something new? Here's an opportunity to join a friendly, informal women's group.

2012-10-25 20:11:35

Apples at the Chapel

Apple day in burngreave cemetery

Sunday 14thOctober 11.00am onwards

2012-10-11 16:17:42

Rainbow Celebration Photo Gallery

Photos taken from this year's Rainbow Celebrations.

2012-10-06 11:36:48

Events for adults at Verdon Rec

Events for adults at Verdon Rec

2012-10-04 15:50:47

Events for children at Verdon Rec

Events for children at Verdon Rec

2012-10-04 15:48:18

George and Brian

See what George and Brian are getting up to in the latest installment of the cartoon.

2012-09-30 16:56:29

The Princess and the Peas

Author Caryl Hart presents an interactive session at Burngreave Library based on her new book ‘The Princess and the Peas.’

2012-09-30 16:02:50

Somali story-telling

This celebration of Somalia's story-telling tradition and oral heritage will take place at Burngreave Vestry Hall and include readings from “The Fox and The Crocodile” and other stories

2012-09-30 15:50:35

Indian Dance and Literature

Dancer Dr Chamu Kuppuswamy will read from the Natyashastra in Sanskrit and talk about its place and relevance in Indian literature and philosophy.

2012-09-30 15:24:30

Creative Writing group

A friendly group of local writers of all ages from many communities

2012-09-28 17:02:12

Burngreave’s Zero Budget Film Festival

Cheap thrills films took place in the Cemetery chapel on saturday 15th september

2012-09-28 16:49:42

Puppet making at the chapel

Puppet making workshops in Burngreave cemetery chapel.

2012-09-28 16:37:47

Rainbow celebrations

It’s here again! Building on last year’s success, volunteers from Rainbow’s End once more served up a fashion collection worthy of the West End at Christ Church.

2012-09-28 16:13:47

Olympic Champions

Fun and Games Olympic celebration

2012-09-28 16:05:53

Caps, Gowns and lots of Smiles

Graduation celebration took place at Watoto Pre School in July

2012-09-28 16:01:01

Eid Celebration

The end of Ramadan was marked by a celebration at Watoto Preschool

2012-09-28 15:55:28

Celebrating Jamaica’s 50 Years Independence

A fun day was held as children, parents and staff celebrated Jamaica’s 50 Years of Independence

2012-09-28 15:51:44

What is Shisha?

The water pipe is used for smoking tobacco, and is known under various names including shisha, hookah and hubble-bubble pipe.

2012-09-28 15:05:08

Have your say on library services

Sheffield City Council is looking to make changes to the city’s libraries due to spending cuts. The Messenger visited Burngreave Library to get views on the idea of changing library services

2012-09-28 14:40:36

Wensley Tenants and Residents Association

Details for the AGM and Activity Day for Wensley TARA.

2012-09-27 16:04:38

The Sheffield Riverlution Festival

Join us for a weekend of events and activities along Sheffield’s city centre riverside, and a week of fringe events spread across Sheffield’s wider waterway network

2012-09-13 16:27:30

Willow Puppet workshops

Free drop-in workshops at Burngreave Cemetery Chapel, led by local artist, Patrick Amber create a willow-framed lantern or Make yourself a puppet – Sundays 1-3pm

2012-08-28 19:39:41

St Catherine's Summer Fair photos

A selection of extra photos taken at St Catherine's Summer Fair.

2012-08-02 18:42:47

Cemetery well dressing 2012

Thankfully the sun came out for the annual well-dressing in Burngreave cemetery on Sunday 15th July.

2012-07-23 12:28:22

Burngreave TARA go to Mablethorpe

Two coaches of residents enjoyed a trip to Mablethorpe in June, organised by Burngreave Tenants and Residents Association.

2012-07-23 11:58:32

Carwood Jubilee

Carwood TARA put up the bunting to host their Jubilee party on Saturday 2nd June.

2012-07-23 11:54:16

Art, Dance and Stories

Arts, crafts, dance, reading and story telling activities for children and young people in Burngreave this summer

2012-07-22 22:11:27

Playschemes and activity programmes

Playschemes and activity programmes for children in Burngreave this summer.

2012-07-22 22:08:25

Summer Activities 2012

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2012-07-22 21:44:25

Well Dressing photos

Photos of the well dressing display.

2012-07-22 21:14:56

George & Brian: Fun & Games

George & Brian: Fun & Games – the latest cartoon by Edgar Lowman

2012-07-20 20:42:51

Ellesmere Family Feast

Ellesmere Children's Centre held their annual multicultural event on 8th June. Manager Sharon Curtis smiles as she tells me about the different national dishes families brought to share: “We had Asian, Caribbean, Spanish, Chinese … so many!”

2012-07-20 15:41:06

St Peter's Diamond Jubilee Tea Party Photo Gallery

Abbeyfield park was full of peopleon Sunday 8th July 2012 who came to meet up, to unite with old friends and families and created an harmonious atmosphere.

2012-07-20 15:39:03

St Peter's, Diamond Jubilee Party

2012-07-20 14:33:13

Pitsmoor Methodist Jubilee Photos by Vivien Urwodhi

Pictures of the jubilee celebration at Pitsmoor methodist Church

2012-07-19 18:16:28

Busk Meadows photos by Vivien Urwhodhi

Pictures of the jubilee event at Busk Meadows

2012-07-19 17:37:05

Abbeyfield Festival Photos: Volume 1

Photos taken at the 2012 Abeyfield Festival by Emily Haimeed, Liz Searle and Patrick Amber.

2012-07-19 16:58:18

Abbeyfield Festival Photos: Volume 3

Photos taken by Vivien Urwodhi at the 2012 Abbeyfield Park Festival.

2012-07-19 15:30:52

Abbeyfield Festival Photos: Volume 2

Some of the photos taken by Anwar Suliman at the Abbeyfield Festival on July 8th

2012-07-19 15:24:44

Abbeyfield Festival to go ahead

Despite the weather, Abbeyfield Festival is set to go ahead on Sunday 8th July, 1-6pm

2012-07-06 13:16:12

Non Stop

NonStop is a community arts organisation specialising in nurturing the creative talents of individuals and groups through training and support.

2012-06-28 16:28:08

Burngreave on Canvas

Residents have been expressing their views of Burngreave in paint at the Ashram, Spital Hill, resulting in two wonderfully colourful, cheerful and lively murals.

2012-06-28 16:10:20

Osgathorpe Jam

Sunday 31 July 2005 1-8pm

2012-06-21 16:22:08

Great day...over too soon

Bitter disappointment followed the early closure of this year’s Abbeyfield Multicultural Festival following what police described as a ‘suspicious incident’. Green City Action (GCA) later confirmed it was a bomb scare, with more than one warning being received.

2012-06-21 14:37:41

The Port of Sheffield - Art Project Consultation

The annual Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival will return to the park on Sunday July 8th, from 1pm until 6.

2012-06-14 15:13:43

The Port of Sheffield is a major arts project taking place on the Sheffield Canal. Using live performance, bold visual design and original sound, it will journey east along the canal from Victoria Quays to Tinsley Locks.

2012-06-07 19:46:40

Firth Park Festival

Free annual summer festival in Firth Park

2012-06-07 14:40:45

Photography Walk on Parkwood Springs

Photography walk led by John Scholey, member of Sheffield Photographic Society, over the lower slopes of Parkwood Springs to Wardsend Cemetery

2012-06-01 20:46:39

Somali Dance Group celebration photo gallery

Photos of the Somali Dance Group end of term celebration at Verdon Recreation Centre.

2012-05-28 10:11:29

Ellesmere Children’s Centre Multicultural Event 2012

Friday 8th June. This year’s event will be a food tasting extravaganza with cuisine from around the world for you to try and enjoy.

2012-05-28 09:46:23

‘Goings on’ in Burngreave Cemetery

Details of events at Burngreave Cemetery in June and July.

2012-05-28 09:40:17

Cheap Thrills - The Return

The team behind last year’s highly successful ‘Cheap Thrills’ Burngreave film festival are holding a second even on September 15th. 2012.

2012-05-28 09:25:30

Changes at Burngreave Community Radio

Following the loss of the FM licence in September 2011, Burngreave Community Radio (BCR) has been planning for the future.

2012-05-28 09:22:51

The Peace Child Photo Gallery

The Peace Child

2012-05-25 15:44:57

Face Britain

Mona Hassan and Sahra Elmi, Y10 students at Fir Vale, were part of a select national Youth Forum in 2011, working with the Prince’s Foundation for Children & the Arts, to shape a special art project to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the 2012 Olympics.

2012-05-25 15:34:35

Diggers and Dreamers at Grimesthorpe

Grimesthorpe Allotments hosted the Micron Theatre Company’s new touring show, Losing the Plot.

2012-05-25 10:03:07

Cemetery & Chapel: Past and Future

Friends of Burngreave cemetery and chapels have plans for the future

2012-05-25 09:51:26

Learning Somali tradition

Every week Somali girls from across Sheffield meet at Verdon Recreation Centre to learn traditional Somali dance/

2012-05-25 09:38:52

The Peace Child

On Tuesday the 27th and Wednesday the 28th of March 2012, the Byron Wood Year 3’s and Year 4’s performed an outstanding production of ‘The Peace Child’.

2012-05-24 16:05:26

Family Food & Film event

Fir Vale's thriving parents group CASP (Community & School Partnership) once again provided delicious food and entertainment for the local community on a rainy Sunday afternoon in April.

2012-05-24 15:55:42

Sing Up Gold Award!

Byron Wood have reason to sing – they have just been awarded a national award, the Sing Up GoldAward.

2012-05-24 15:47:17

From the Streets

Kim Streets, the new Chief Executive of Museums Sheffield, lives in Burngreave. I went to meet her and find out what it's like working in Sheffield's arts and heritage.

2012-05-24 15:26:29

Dates for your diary

Dates for your diary

2012-05-24 14:38:55

Two festivals in Abbeyfield Park

A summer festival in Abbeyfield Park has been a fixture for over a decade. This year there will be two.

2012-05-24 14:29:33

What the Dickens?

Coffee morning and quiz about Charles Dickens witha prize

2012-05-10 14:19:28

Pye Bank Communication Ambassador

30 volunteers are Communication Ambassadors in Sheffield.

2012-03-31 16:31:29

Book yourself in at the Library

If you don't know what a great resource we have on our doorsteps, it’s time you visited Burngreave Library.

2012-03-31 16:09:27

Writing wrongful cuts

a fundraising writing event for people who wanted to write but never had a chance to demonstrate their skills.

2012-03-31 15:53:11

Byron Wood Choir

On Friday 9th March 58 children from the Byron Wood choir were invited to participate in the Music for Youth Regional Festival to perform in front of an audience and two adjudicators.

2012-03-31 14:07:54

George & Brian: Spring

Cartoon from Edgar Lowman

2012-03-31 13:10:53

Friendships without borders

In February's half-term break, a group of young people from different schools and colleges in the city, including Parkwood Academy and Sheffield College, made a short film for an Olympic Games film competition.

2012-03-31 13:07:39

Byron Wood’s got talent

On Tuesday the 7th of February 2012 Byron Wood Primary School had a talent show, “Byron Wood’s Got Talent"

2012-03-31 13:00:13

Owler Brook School

World Book Day

2012-03-30 16:34:36

Pye Bank School

World Book Day

2012-03-30 16:32:41

Firs Hill School

World Book Day

2012-03-30 16:31:35

Byron Wood School

World Book Day

2012-03-30 16:30:00

Hucklow School

World Book Day at |Hucklow School

2012-03-30 16:28:03

World Book Day

Burngreave’s schools celebrated World Book Day on 1st March 2012 with book-related events and costumes.

2012-03-30 16:25:54

Muslim Women’s Voices

Muslim Women’s Voices is a group based in Burngreave whose aim is to listen to and involve Muslim women who are at risk of being socially excluded on the grounds of their religion, belief, gender, race or other social or economic disadvantage.

2012-03-30 14:49:38

Residents raise concerns about staff changes

International Women’s Day is celebrated in March to recognise the critical role and contribution that women make, not just in the family but in the community. It helps empower women and achieve a better society

2012-03-30 14:38:40

Local residents have raised concerns about proposed staff changes at Verdon Recreation Centre and Pitsmoor Adventure Playground, both run by Activity Sheffield.

2012-03-29 15:13:15

Supporting the Messenger

The Burngreave Messenger is about to become a teenager! In July, we’ll be celebrating our 13th birthday and in June, we’ll be putting out our 100th issue – quite an achievement for a community magazine run mainly on the time, effort, skills and goodwill of local volunteers.

2012-03-29 14:53:23

Nursery Street work to start

A new park is being created that should help keep the Wicker flood-free.

2012-03-29 14:37:06

Martin Luther King Jr Celebration

a variety of different faces came together to celebrate the life, work and achievements of Dr Martin Luther King Junior

2012-03-08 17:12:30

To those mothers: A poem for International Women's Day

Muna Abdi's poem was written for International Women's Day on 8th March 2012

2012-03-07 21:32:54

International Women's Day Celebration

Event for women at Verdon St, in celebration of International Women's Day on March 8th.

2012-03-01 19:03:16

The Stubbed Potato Cabaret

An evening of spring-time entertainment in support of Hazelhurst Community Supported Agriculture Project & World Wildlife Fund.

2012-02-21 20:59:31

Writing Marathon

Want to write but never find the time? Want to raise money for SAGE Greenfingers, a vital community project?

2012-02-17 20:03:37

Sowing Seeds of Sanctuary

As part of their Ecominds-funded project, SAGE Greenfingers has produced a film about their mental health gardening project's experience of engaging with refugees and asylum seekers. The film, Sowing Seeds of Sanctuary, was premièred at the Welcome Centre, Christchurch, last December.

Web exclusive: watch the video online.

2012-02-05 21:35:37

Inter-active Art in the Community

Free Festival at Burngreave Cemetery Chapel

2012-02-03 20:42:25

Carwood TARA

Carwood TARA enjoyed a successful festive season with an excellent Christmas Fair, with stalls, raffle and prizes, and an entertaining Pantomine trip, which 45 residents enjoyed.

2012-02-02 20:24:08

Christmas at the cemetery

Natural materials such as Virginia creeper, ivy, holly and other berries were provided to create wreaths for either home decoration or to place on graves over the Christmas period

2012-02-02 15:35:26

My Little Sister

A poem called My Little Sister by Sehrish Khan

2012-02-02 15:31:20

A fishy story

Byron Wood Primary. He has written a story, “The fish who went to space.”

2012-02-02 15:29:06

Mummies come back!

It was a Thursday afternoon when Y5SG from Byron Wood School had an assembly based on ancient Egypt. First they had a school play; the teacher was a young student named Muna Yusuf. She had 6 students learning the hieroglyphics. One was always having a vision from the future.

2012-02-02 15:26:49

George & Brian: January Sales

“January Sales”, cartoon by Edgar Lowman

2012-02-02 15:25:09

Raggedy King

On the 14th of December 2011, Byron Wood Primary School had its own nativity which was performed by the y1 and y2s. Extra photos.

2012-02-02 15:22:24

Music goes Tech

Byron Wood may be the only school in Sheffield to provide a technology-based music after-school club. So far, 14 children have taken part but we now have provision for up to 30.

2012-02-02 15:21:07

Strictly come Singing at Byron Wood

On the 13th of December, at half past one, Byron Wood Primary School had their very own sing off, ‘Strictly Come Singing’. Mrs Stroud, their amazing performing arts teacher, had thought of this wonderful idea and it has now become a great tradition in Byron Wood.

2012-02-02 15:19:09

Incredible Cultures of Sheffield event

Performance by various groups at SADACCA's Cultural Day, Saturday 28th January.

2012-01-16 19:15:33

Close to the Heart

Around 100 people gathered at the Workstation on Monday 16th May to celebrate the opening of the ‘Close to the Heart’ exhibition

2011-12-01 16:06:59

Shot in the Park

Students perform plays in the Park.

2011-12-01 15:55:17

Beacon Event Photo Gallery

Photos of Parkwood Springs Beacon Event 2011.

2011-11-27 00:12:37

Ripples in the pond update

At the Friends of Firth Park AGM, with representatives of the council present, and after the disappointment of having to cancel the launch in August, it was agreed that the launch should take place in the Spring, as this will give the planting time to establish itself. Date to be fixed and publicised as soon as possible.

2011-11-25 14:51:10

Firth Park Christmas Lights Switch On

Firth Park Christmas Lights Switch on and Firework Spectacular

2011-11-25 13:41:19

A mythical being appears at Parkwood Springs

Many of you will be familiar with the ‘Bird and Boy’ sculpture at the Rutland Road entrance to Parkwood Springs, but have you seen our latest work of art at the Cooks Wood / Shirecliffe Road entrance, installed on 5th November?

2011-11-25 08:19:35

Film night at the chapel

Cheap Thrills was a zero-budget Film Festival at the Burngreave Cemetery Chapel, organised by Martin Currie.

2011-11-25 07:43:35

After Dark with PACA

The Pakistan Advice and Community Association took a group of 30 young people to the After Dark event at Don Valley Bowl.

2011-11-24 15:53:27

Parkwood Springs Beacon Event

In the wooded open spaces of Parkwood springs,families came together for the 5th Annual Beacon Festival of fire displays and storytelling.

2011-11-24 15:41:29

Warm Welcome at Norwood

Norwood and Bishopholme’s TARA wants people to know that it’s business as usual.

2011-11-24 15:11:49

Messenger Editorial - Young Writers Day

News of Burngreave Library's Young Writers Day, extra website content, George & Brian and general information about the Messenger.

2011-11-24 14:37:36

Burngreave Celebrates Learners

Verdon Street adult Learners Festival led by 2 marching bands.

2011-11-03 16:57:48

Its Official - Cactus Club Opens

The new Cactus Club opening on earsham Street to the sound of African drums

2011-11-03 16:46:56

Burngreave Community Radio

96.1FM: 25 June – 22 July

2011-11-03 15:38:09

Art Crawl at the Riverside pub

Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival. Sunday 10th July 2005 1 pm – 6 pm

2011-11-03 15:27:03

Point Blank Theatre are holding an Open Studios event at The Riverside pub on Saturday 30th October as part of the Art Crawl Weekend.

Film footage of work and short performance presentations in the shoe box studio in the pub and possibly elsewhere in and around the building.

2011-10-21 19:25:50

Here Come the Girls with Milly Johnson

Barnsley based author Milly Johnson will be talking about her work.

2011-10-16 19:02:46

The Journey Continues- Patricia Daniel's one woman show

Come to a one-off performance of Patricia Daniel's one woman show connecting mali, menopause.....

2011-10-16 18:57:14

Beacons 2011 Tales from the Old Country

Storyteller Shonaleigh returns to Parkwood Springs to continue the Beacon stories.

2011-10-16 18:46:44

Full Up? A Debate with Danny Dorling and Carl Lee

Two geographers will discuss Sheffield, the UK, the EU and the world.

2011-10-16 18:36:35

Sing Through The Seasons!

A women's singing group is getting together at the Vestry Hall for 8 weeks, starting on 20th October.

2011-10-16 10:58:54

Burngreave Community Radio goes off air

Burngreave Community Radio (BCR) has stopped broadcasting on 103.1FM, following a request from OFCOM to cease transmission over the airwaves.

2011-10-03 22:10:56

Trace your Caribbean Ancestry

Come along to a FREE day workshop at Sheffield Archives,

2011-09-29 20:19:58

Recovering from disaster

Pitsmoor photographer Richard Hanson recently visited Haiti for his work with Tearfund. His new exhibition comes to Sheffield in October, featuring images and stories from three visits to Haiti since the devastating earthquake last year.

2011-09-25 09:00:47

SHIFT taster workshops

Want to do something creative or make a documentary?

2011-09-23 14:23:08

Cheap Thrills

Cheap Thrills – the zero budget film festival – will be on Saturday 1st October. It's all free!

2011-09-23 14:16:51

Apple Day is here again

The Friends of Burngreave Chapel and Cemetery invite everyone to a Celebration of One World week and Fair Trade at the Apple day event in the cemetery chapel on Sunday October 16th from 11am.

2011-09-23 11:51:15

Sages, Greefingers and Songs

On Tuesday 6th September SAGE Greenfingers held their autumn open day, gathering around sixty people on the plots at Grimesthorpe Allotments.

2011-09-23 11:18:06

PITS party on Nottingham Rec

The Party in the Park in August was organised by the PITS Group members Joyce and Donna Divers.

2011-09-23 10:42:32

The Editorial

This issue we have the good news that the Lottery Fund has agreed to support the work of the Messenger over the next three years.This will go some way to support the work of what we hope you agree is a valuable community newspaper

2011-09-22 13:56:00

Verdon Recreation Centre Open day

Come along and see what is regularly on offer at Verdon Recreation centre, which is located in the heart of Burngreave.

2011-09-08 22:32:51

Family Funday @ Sheffield Caribbean Sports Club, Ecclesfield Common

Family Funday @ Sheffield Caribbean Sports Club

2011-08-11 19:06:20

The history of Wincobank Hill - Special Event

Details of an illustrated talk about Wincobank Hill

2011-08-01 11:41:02

Dance, Drama & Music

Ellesmere Youth Project (EYP) will be running a 3 day event during the summer holidays for local young people to engage in dance/drama/arts activities with the broad theme of ‘conflict’.

2011-07-24 09:15:22

Two Weeks to Make It

Local resident, Martin Currie, his ten year old son Frankie, artist Steve Pool, and filmmakers Peter Applerock and Peter Chuba won the 2011 music video competition “2 Weeks 2 Make it”.

2011-07-24 08:56:57

Romano Jilo Certificates

Romano Jilo dancers have performed at many of this year’s festivals. Every year their act gets better, and now the young people have been recognised for all the extra hours they put in.

2011-07-24 08:53:09

Sunshine and Showers

It was sunshine and showers at Parkwood Academy’s summer fair on Saturday 16th July.

2011-07-24 06:56:07

BCR 103.1FM

Burngreave Community Radio – Sheffield’s Newest Urban Music Radio Station

2011-07-22 20:52:25

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery 3

Pictures of activities and stalls at Abbeyfield Park Festival taken by Cecelia Vincent and John Mellor.

2011-07-22 16:00:31

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery 2

Photos taken by Vivien Urwodhi at the Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival 2011.

2011-07-22 15:19:46

Party at Devon Gardens

Activity Sheffield organised great games and activities for the local children, and neighbours and residents came out in force, bringing all sorts of delicious home-made dishes to share.

2011-07-22 14:56:09

Young people's gospel choir

Young people from Shiloh Church in Burngreave made their first public performance at Abbeyfield Park festival in July.

2011-07-22 14:39:07

Firshill Fair Photo Gallery

Pictures of the Firshill TARA summer fair.

2011-07-22 14:30:38

Abbeyfield Festival Photo Gallery 1

Gallery of photos taken by Anwar Suliman at the 2011 Abbeyfield Park Festival.

2011-07-21 17:48:07

Well Dressing photo gallery

Photos from the well dressing day.

2011-07-21 16:50:27

Environmental Photo Exhibition

Residents of Burngreave had an opportunity to view photos taken by local young people at the BME environmental photo exhibition at SHEBEEN in July.

2011-07-21 15:46:25

Artists at Ellesmere Children’s Centre

Ellesmere Children’s Centre celebrated its 15th Anniversary on 10th June with a resoundingly successful Open Day.

2011-07-21 15:38:11

Burngreave Cemetery Well Dressing 2011

The annual well-dressing returns to the cemetery

2011-07-21 15:20:58

Firshill Fair

Firshill Craft Group summer fair

2011-07-21 15:17:32

Musical Achievements at Byron Wood Primary School

On July 7th Byron Wood’s Y6 brass band entertained the audience at Sheffield City Hall with some ska music, as part of the annual ‘City of Excellence’ Awards ceremony.

2011-07-21 15:14:37

The Big Bang

On Monday 4th July “The Big Bang” African drummers left Pitsmoor and headed for Birmingham for a place in the final of the “Music for Youth” National Festival, representing Sheffield.

2011-07-21 15:09:49

Festival for everyone

Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival continued for another year thanks to the local volunteers who made it happen.

2011-07-21 14:33:00

Special activities

Special activities in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-21 00:11:10

Youth clubs

Youth Clubs in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-21 00:01:54

Music, dance & drama

Music, dance & drama in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-20 22:58:29

Trips & Events

Trips & events in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-20 22:52:05

Arts & Crafts

Arts and crafts activities in Burngreave this summer.

2011-07-20 22:17:48

Summer Activities 2011

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2011-07-20 22:10:51

Loxley Court Summer Fair

Summer Fair at Loxley Court Nursing Home with entertainment, stalls, food and drink.

2011-07-13 12:03:43

Firth Park Community Arts College Summer Fair

Summer fair at Firth Park Community Arts College

2011-06-20 22:47:10

Sheffield Food Festival - events near Burngreave

A celebration of food in Sheffield, “from field to fork” between 4th and 10th July 2011. There are a number of event in and near Burngreave listed on this page.

2011-06-12 13:46:27

Kelham Island Brewery Open Evening

Kelham brewery will be open to visitors

2011-06-12 07:22:56

Events at Parkwood

Two events are taking place on Wednesday 8th June, organised by the Friends of Parkwood Springs, from 5pm onwards.

2011-05-31 21:00:08

Burngreave Community Craft Association

Friendship, support, and an exciting list of activities were the focus of the new Burngreave Community Craft Association, launched at the Seventh Day Adventist Church on Andover Street in May.

2011-05-30 12:07:39

Cemetery Play gallery

Cemetery Play gallery

2011-05-27 16:27:01

Promenade plays in the cemetery

Beautiful weather favoured the debut performance of the Burngreave Promenade Players. The 150th anniversary of the opening of Burngreave Cemetery in 1861 was marked on Sunday17th April, by several original, short dramas about the lives of some of those buried there.

2011-05-27 14:59:31

Firshill Summer Fair

The Firshill Age Well Social Group are holding a Summer Fair at the Crescent Community Centre on Saturday 2nd July, 1pm – 4pm

2011-05-27 14:41:32

Firth Park Festival

Sunday 26th of June, 1 – 6 pm will once again see the biggest free summer event return to Firth Park.

2011-05-27 14:40:41

Parkwood Academy Community Summer Fayre

Come along for a family day out at Parkwood Academy on Saturday 16th July 12 – 3.30pm

2011-05-27 14:40:04

Ellesmere Children’s Centre 15 year anniversary

Ellesmere Children’s Centre 15 year anniversary

2011-05-27 14:38:55

Parkwood shares its stories

Parkwood Academy celebrated its book “Sharing our lives and communities” with a community event.

2011-05-26 16:00:17

Sculptor to speak at Parkwood Springs meeting

Artist Jason Thomson will be discussing ideas for his next piece of work at the Parkwood Springs meeting on 18th May.

2011-05-07 13:44:48

Burngreave Cemetery Well Dressing and Guided Walk

This event is a decoration of one of the old wells discovered in Burngreave Cemetery and a tour round the area

2011-04-28 17:29:35

Art and Crafts Event

An arts and crafts activity using willow in Firth Park.

2011-04-28 16:50:09

Two Sisters and a Funeral Photos

Photos through the performance of the musical at St Peter's church

2011-04-01 16:22:26

Musical at St Peter's - Two Sisters and a Funeral

St Peter's church Ellesmere hosted a performance of Two Sisters and a Funeral on March 12th.

2011-04-01 16:14:10

Byron Wood Primary is visited by aliens!

On 14th March 2011, the children of Byron Wood Primary School were introduced to Mr Zingcroll, an alien ambassador from the alien Croot race, a race without legs.

2011-04-01 15:41:08

Firvale's Got Talent Photos

Several participants in the Firvale's Got Talent Show

2011-04-01 15:38:48

Abbeyfield Park Festival 2011

This years Festival will take place on Sunday 10th July 1-6pm. Volunteers for Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival are setting up a new, independent organisation for the festival.

2011-04-01 15:03:47

Easter Holidays

Events for the easter holidays

2011-04-01 14:43:10

Family Time events

Make a Den; African Drumming, Mould your own hands and feet; sing rhymres and songs; listen to stories; come and celebrate ‘Family Time’

2011-04-01 14:32:38

Firvale's Got talent!

Firvale Creative Art dept look for new talent in the school

2011-03-31 19:01:14

Byron Wood's got talent

Byron Wood classes each performed an act in their talent show heats.

2011-03-31 18:48:38

World-Wide News

Poem: Sylvia Reaney

2011-03-31 15:51:07

Abbeyfield Festival needs help

BCAF are holding a public meeting on 12th February, 11am, Sorby House to discuss how Abbeyfield Festival can happen in 2011.

2011-01-30 20:05:26

Musical in a day - Two Sisters and a Funeral

Roger Jones presents his exciting new musical ‘2 Sisters and a Funeral’. Come and join the choir or be part of the audience.

2011-01-28 19:46:28

Byron Wood Sing Up

Byron Wood primary school has been working hard to get their silver ‘sing up’ award, no easy feat with such strict criteria.

2011-01-28 15:54:09

Firth Park Christmas Festival Gallery

Some pictures taken from the Firth Park Christmas Festival 2010.

2011-01-27 17:49:17

Firth Park Christmas festival

residents attending Firth Park’s annual Christmas festival. Many residents and visitors came to celebrate together, even with freezing weather and the appearance of snow.

2011-01-27 17:04:05

Break the Silence

The ‘Break the Silence’ event – to commemorate World AIDS Day with African Communities- at Burngreave Vestry Hall has been cancelled due to snow .

2010-12-01 20:57:32

Local events in December

This year the Community Assembly are funding events across the area for our WINTERFEST, working with volunteers and community groups to provide winter festivals in December.

2010-11-27 22:43:14

Beacons Festival photo gallery

Photots taken at the Beacons Festival at Parkwood Springs

2010-11-26 15:48:36

Beacons story telling festival

The Beacons Festival was not only intended to re-breathe life into Parkwood Springs, but was also a way for children to confront their fears.

2010-11-26 15:06:58

Firshill craft group

The Friday morning 50 plus craft group is moving from the St Catherine’s family learning room to Thursdays in the Crescent Community Space and expanding its provision to a full day, including a soup and sarni lunch for just £1.50!

2010-11-25 16:13:23

October half-term activities

Burngreave Youth Network. Activities for Children and Young people in Burngreave and Fir Vale

2010-10-21 14:36:40

Story Telling at New Roots with Lynn Rishworth

Traditional English buffet with medieval folk cuisine

2010-10-14 16:47:40

CD 2 Deck Don: The Crowning!

Music event at SADACCA on Saturday 16th October 2010.

2010-09-27 14:33:16

40’s night

Change to advertised date Music, dancing, food and games at St Peter's Ellesmere, Saturday 30th October.

2010-09-27 14:22:20

Cinderella photo gallery

Photos from Pye Bank School's end of term play.

2010-09-24 15:01:59

Community Cultural Day photos

pictures of event held at Sadacca on the 30th August 2010

2010-09-24 14:49:55

Culture, dance and beauty

Miss African/Caribbean Sheffield beauty pageant was co-ordinated by Nurra Hooper as a fundraiser for the Ghanaian literacy group.

2010-09-24 14:35:32

Celebrating culture and community

The 30th August Bank Holiday saw SADACCA's International Community Cultural Day, following the one held last year in June.

Includes gallery of photos.

2010-09-24 14:17:20

The Battle of Britain 70 years on

In 1940, Britain faced a ruthless, determined and well-equipped enemy. Many older Burngreave residents still vividly remember the deprivations and uncertainties they faced over the next 5 years. (*Longer version*)

2010-09-24 11:32:00

Owler Brook’s world fayre

Infant School created an amazing celebration of culture for pupils and families in July.

2010-09-23 15:24:04

Cinderella… with a difference

Pye Bank School’s end of term play was a performance to remember. Their cutting edge production was a truly entertaining blend of fairy tale, science fiction, drama and reality TV.

Includes gallery of photos.

2010-09-23 15:17:20

One city many cultures

Free event at SADACCA on 30th August 2010, featuring activities for the whole family and showcasing some of the best community based acts from communities throughout Sheffield.

2010-08-17 17:24:34

Young People's Theatre Skills

A new service is about to start at Pitsmoor Methodist Church on Burngreave Rd to give young people a chance to learn about performance from professionals.

2010-08-10 21:52:07

Be a Messenger volunteer

There are lots of ways to be involved in the Burngreave Messenger. Find out more.

2010-07-26 01:01:47

With Sheba and Arwa celebration event

Free family event. Museums Sheffield: Weston Park 4th August 2010. Join us for a day celebrating our new displays in the Treasures Gallery at Museums Sheffield: Weston Park

2010-07-26 00:54:24

The Sheffield Urban Talent Competition

15th & 22nd of August 2010: Do you think you can pull off better dance moves than Chris Brown, belt out a tune better than Beyonce or MC better than Wiley?

2010-07-26 00:45:25

Messenger editorial

Editorial

2010-07-25 22:04:13

Firshill TARA fair photos

Gallery of photos from the Firshill TARA's summer fair.

2010-07-25 21:24:22

Ellesmere entertains photo gallery

Photos from the event at Ellesmere Children's Centre 2010.

2010-07-25 18:17:21

Ellesmere entertains

An event held at Ellesmere Children's Centre with stalls, music and dance. Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-25 18:09:00

Fir Vale Funday photos: part 2

Photos taken by Vivien Urwodhi at the 2010 Fir Vale Fun Day.

2010-07-23 16:43:03

Congolese Summer Festival

Congolese Sumer Festival, to celebrate 50 years of Congolese Independence.

The Festival is taking place on Sunday 25th July, between 10am and 8pm at Petre St Green Space in Burngreave

2010-07-23 12:25:45

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground

Details of the Summer Programme at Pitsmoor Adventure Playground.

2010-07-22 19:19:40

Arts & Crafts

Arts and crafts activities in Burngreave this summer.

2010-07-22 19:15:20

Trips & Events

Trips and events for young people this summer.

2010-07-22 19:10:17

Music, Dance & Drama

Music, Dance and Drama activities in Burngreave over the summer.

2010-07-22 18:10:50

Pye Bank Fayre photo selection

A selcetion of photos taken at the 2010 Pye Bank's Summer Fayre.

2010-07-22 17:43:08

Summer Activities 2010

Summer activities for families, young people and children in Burngreave.

2010-07-22 17:12:34

Firshill School Fair photos

Photos taken at the 2010 Firshill School Fair.

2010-07-22 16:56:27

Firvale Fun Day photos: part 1

Photos take by Vivien Urwodhi at the 2010 Fir Vale Funday.

2010-07-22 16:54:48

Fantastic Firvale

Firvale Fun Day took place in Osgathorpe Park on the 4th July on a day when the sun was sparkling in the park. Includes extra photo galleries.

2010-07-22 16:49:23

Byron Wood Fun Day gallery

Selection of photos taken at the 2010 Byron Wood Fun Day.

2010-07-22 16:20:23

Firs Hill School Summer Fair

On Tuesday 15th June, Firs Hill School held their annual Summer Fair. There were lots of stalls and fun and games. Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-22 16:16:17

Spital Hill event delayed

Local resident and promoter Kevin from Rollout Promotion, is planning an event in Black History month after an event to celebrate the birthday of Haile Selassie at Spital Hill Plaza was delayed.

2010-07-22 16:03:53

Abbeyfield Festival Photos part 2

Photos taken by Vivien Urwodhi at the 2010 Abbeyfield Festival.

2010-07-22 15:57:15

Pye Bank's Summer Fayre

Children and parents gathered at Pye Bank School on 16th July for a fantastic summer fayre. Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-22 15:56:25

Abbeyfield Festival photos part 1

Photos taken by Emily Hameed at the 2010 Abbeyfield Festival.

2010-07-22 15:51:48

Byron Wood Fun Day

We held our annual Family Fun day at Byron Wood School on Friday 25th June and it was a resounding success! Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-22 15:46:38

Abbeyfield success

On Sunday 11th July, the annual Abbeyfield festival took place,attracting thousands of people from all over Sheffield. Includes extra photo galleries.

2010-07-22 15:43:23

Firshill TARA Fair

On 3rd July Firshill Tenants and Residents Association held their Summer Fair at Sheffield United Academy. Includes extra photo gallery.

2010-07-22 14:41:21

Somali Community and Cultural School

On Wednesday 28th July, SCCS will be holding a community cohesion event at the Somali Community and Cultural School. There will also be an opportunity to register for the courses.

2010-07-18 10:02:47

Parkwood Springs events

Dates for events organised by Friends of Parkwood Springs.

2010-06-11 13:07:27

Firshill Beauty Evening

On Friday 14th May local residents were treated to an evening of fun and pampering at Firshill Primary School.

2010-05-31 01:25:00

Questionnaire responses

Thanks to everyone who completed our questionnaire, we had 77 responses and lots of useful comments about what the Messenger does well and what we can do better.

2010-05-31 00:46:39

Divercity photo gallery

Photographs from Pakistan Advice and Community Association ‘Divercity’ event.

2010-05-30 22:02:20

Environment Day 2010 Photo Gallery

Selection of photos from the 2010 Burngreave Environment day on Sunday 23rd May.

2010-05-29 18:00:55

Firshill's working days

It is very sad that young people are unable to find jobs these days. When we reminisce, all of us remember “leave school Friday, start work Monday”.

2010-05-28 16:36:03

Fire and Food

Take someone with imagination and a bright idea; add a willing partner and a handful of helpers and you end up with a party that will be remembered for a long time.

2010-05-28 16:11:01

Comedy night

On the 5th May the Yemeni Community Association's Sub Group put on a Comedy Night in the Firvale Theatre for over 150 people.

2010-05-27 17:39:40

Firvale celebrates its cultures

The Pakistan Advice and Community Association (PACA)organised a diversity day to bring communities together on Sunday 16th May.

2010-05-27 14:41:05

DiverCity - bringing communities together

The Pakistan Advice and Community Association is hosting a celebration on Sunday 16th May 2010 between 2pm and 5pm in Fir Vale.

2010-05-11 00:48:31

Pikworo the Movie

Follow Rob Smith on his journey in Africa learning about the lives of distant relatives and the slave trade.

2010-05-11 00:34:33

Firshill beauty night

Information about the Henna and Cosmetic Beauty Night held at Firshill School.

2010-04-29 17:16:21

Family Fun Day

Family Fun Day at the Women's Construction Centre on Buckenham Street, near Ellesmere Road.

2010-04-01 00:56:54

Reach High 2 trip to London

A group of 34 young people and 8 adults went down to London and involved visits to Madame Tussauds, London Dungeon and London Eye.

2010-03-26 19:43:01

Letter from David Norris Kay

David Norris Kay thanks the Messenger

2010-03-26 15:39:03

"The high and the low of snow"

Poem by Sylvia Reaney

2010-03-26 15:29:15

London trip photos

Photos from the Reach High 2 trip to London.

2010-03-26 11:28:26

Summer Festivals 2010

Local residents have already begun meeting about this year's summer festivals. Both Fir Vale Funday and Abbeyfield Park Festival have set dates and are looking to secure funding.

2010-03-26 10:59:54

The mystery of Roe Lane Tower

The picture above was taken in 1940. Whatever is the large structure at the bottom of Roe Lane and who would build a house with a tower attached? I had to find out who lived in that house and why they built the tower.

2010-03-25 18:17:03

Vestry Hall celebration

International Women's day was on 8th March. All over Burngreave, women gathered to enjoy themselves and reflect on women from all over the world…

2010-03-25 17:45:41

I am a Woman

“I am a Woman” – Poem by Djamila Djaroud

2010-03-25 16:51:02

Saturday 13th March saw Burngreave’s Yemeni community fervently celebrating International Women’s Day.

2010-03-25 16:48:48

Fir Vale festivities

On 8th March, Fir Vale School held a celebration event, hosted by their Student Voice Group, to celebrate women’s triumphs from around the world.

2010-03-25 16:45:28

Verdon Street party

At least 200 women gathered at the Verdon Recreation Centre for a day organised by Shima Nazir of Sheffield PCT and Fatima and Fisa from MAAN, the Somali Mental Health Project.

2010-03-25 16:41:27

Swan

Poem by David Norris-Kay, winner of third prize at the Coast to Coast International Writing Competition 2007.

2010-02-01 01:46:48

Brothers-In-War

A poem in memory of Harold and Don – by David Norris-Kay

2010-02-01 01:32:43

Sisters: By Stephanie Street

A Sheffield Theatres Production. Thursday 11th – Saturday 27th March. Based on interviews with dozens of women this new play lifts the veil on a world of custom and tradition.

2010-01-29 20:00:42

Drama! With Ellsemere Youth Project

Tuesday 9th March 2010 – A day of celebration full of fun activities and workshops.

2010-01-29 19:55:55

For young people year 6 upwards at the Vestry Hall. Professional Tutor!

2010-01-29 19:52:14

Students working for cohesion

Local residents and Hallam undergraduates Derrick Okrah and Farhan Ahmed are looking for other students and faith leaders to take part in a new multi-faith student society, SAMEEM.

2010-01-29 15:53:44

Yemeni's Got Talent

On the 13th December, the Yemeni Community Association (YCA) hosted an amazing Eid celebration at Firvale School.

2010-01-29 14:50:04

Poetry Slam

Children from Burngreave took part in a poetry slam at Burngreave library on December 7th.

2010-01-28 21:53:09

Snowdrops

Snowdrops – a poem by David Norris-Kay

2010-01-28 21:46:39

From Time-Buried Years

Burngreave resident and published poet, David Norris-Kay, has recently published his latest anthology, ‘From Time-Buried Years’.

2010-01-28 21:39:55

Poetry at Parkwood Springs

This month sees the Messenger expand to another part of the Burngreave ward to cover the Wensley Estate, adding over 500 homes to the Messenger’s distribution.

2010-01-28 21:34:06

The Community Forestry Team and volunteers working on the Parkwood Springs Forest Garden were delighted to find a thank you poem posted at the site in December.

2010-01-28 21:19:46

Thinking about the future

Young people gathered at Burngreave Vestry Hall on 23rd January for an information event about health and opportunities.

2010-01-28 18:10:18

The closing of the Coliseum

No Tears – and a cinema quietly dies. An article by Keith Farnsworth about the closure of the Coliseum cinema on Sptial Hill in 1963.

2009-12-05 15:35:55

An evening with rapper Napoleon - my journey to Islam

Fir Vale's Iqra Promotions presents ‘An evening with Napleon’. The rapper, formerly with 2Pac's Outlawz, talks about his journey to Islam.

2009-12-03 14:22:05

PITS exhibition photos

More photos from the PITS exhibition

2009-11-30 16:15:52

Rainbow's End 1st Birthday

It’s a year since the Rainbow’s End shop opened on Spital Hill. We want to say a big thank you for all your support so come to our celebration events!

2009-11-30 11:49:56

Christmas at St Peter’s Ellesmere

Events at St Peter's Church over the Christmas 2009 period.

2009-11-30 11:26:42

Beacons at Parkwood Springs Pictures

Photos of the ‘Final Spark’ event at Parkwood Springs

2009-11-29 21:11:06

Soft Soap

Soft Soap is an internet community soap opera.

2009-11-29 21:07:11

Photography exhibition

Christchurch Pitsmoor is hosting a miniexhibition of photographer Richard Hanson's ‘Light of the World’ project from 28th November, and will continue during advent (the four weeks running up to Christmas)

2009-11-29 21:03:07

Beacons at Parkwood Springs

‘Beacons – The Final Spark’ was an event not to be missed by fire enthusiasts and families alike in Sheffield on 24th October at Parkwood Springs.

2009-11-27 16:36:03

Cultural learning

More than 150 Somali residents gathered at Sorby House in October for an amazing day of culture and learning.

2009-11-27 15:54:50

Christmas Party and Talent Show

Christmas Party and Talent Show, Saturday 19th December

2009-11-27 15:25:58

Firth Park Christmas Festival: 10th December 2009

Fireworks and Christmas Lights switch on by Rt Hon David Blunkett at 5.30

2009-11-26 21:51:52

Write Horizons

These stories are from a group of local writers, who meet in the area once a week. We write poems and stories some fact some fiction, enjoying one anothers company and sharing ideas and encouragement

2009-11-26 20:57:52

Faiths come together

Sunday November 15th 2009 saw the start of England's first Interfaith week

2009-11-26 16:46:09

Islam Awareness Week

Burngreave-based 1Ummah1 Islamic Youth Group visited a 99% non Muslim School as part of Islamic Awareness Week in November

2009-11-26 16:39:45

Age well at Verdon Street

Whilst it doesn’t have the same feel as the corridors of Parliament, Verdon Recreation Centre has long been the venue where Burngreave’s more senior members can be found putting the world to rights.

2009-11-25 18:33:15

Apple Day

The Friends of Burngreave Cemetery celebrated National Apple Day on Sunday 25th October with a variety of activities in the chapel. CHANGE OF DATE: The 14th December tree-planting has been defered to the New Year.

2009-11-25 18:24:01

Tomorrow's terraces?

A recent Council project to renovate rundown houses in Page Hall opened its doors to residents in November.

2009-11-25 17:51:09

On the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro

THe meseenger celebrates its 10th Anniversary; congratulations to Sarah, our administrator, who gives birth to a baby boy;

2009-11-25 17:19:24

Magid Mah has astounded all those who know him – at the young age of 20 he has reached the peak of the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro, not only that but he was told he was the first Somali to achieve it! John Mellor spoke to him about his journey…

2009-11-25 16:33:31

Kids poetry slam!

There's a poetry slam for 8-13 year olds at Burngreave Library in December.

2009-11-16 20:17:43

Jamaica National Regional Council 20th Annual Dinner & Dance

20th Annual Dinner & Dance Hosted by the Sheffield Jamaica Society on Saturday 7th November 2009 at City Limits, Sheffield S6 2GA

2009-10-20 15:14:14

Parkwood Springs: the village

Parkwood Springs was inhabited until the mid 1970s, when it was demolished, and its inhabitants have dispersed across Sheffield and even as far as Australia. An impression of the history of Parkwood Springs.

2009-10-01 17:29:40

Beacons Project: the Final Spark

Come and join storyteller Shonaleigh for the thrilling conclusion to the Firebird trilogy. A story of love and loss, side shows and circus, of a man juggling between two worlds and of a quest that must be completed before time runs out. We will set the beacon ablaze and the memory of the story will burn long after. October 2009.

2009-10-01 16:51:17

Climbing boulder gallery

Photos from the launch day of the Osgathorpe Park climbing boulder.

2009-09-28 16:40:28

It's not too late to get learning

If you’d like to learn something new, now is the time to get on a course.

2009-09-25 18:57:58

Poetry by Muno Abdi

Muno began writing creatively at about 12 years old and by 14, encouraged by her teachers at Fir Vale School, was producing poetry in the English language and winning school competitions. One of her poems about the Iraq war also won a prize in an American Competition.

2009-09-25 18:13:23

SADACCA International Cultural Day

SADACCA International Community Cultural Day was held on 31st August to showcase some of Sheffield's best community based acts and to share culture together as a united community.

2009-09-25 15:51:11

Streetworx event photo gallery

Photos from Nottingham Cliff Streetworx summer event

2009-09-25 15:36:45

Sylvia's Poetry

Sylvia's poem about technology.

2009-09-24 20:00:28

Fir Vale Fun Day Photographs by Charisma Emai George

Fir Vale Fun Day was a great event organised at Fir Vale school on 19th 2009 July by local people to celebrate the summer and the community of Fir Vale. Gallery photographs by Charisma Emai George

2009-09-24 18:00:43

Fir Vale Fun Day Photographs by Sherin T Rajan

Fir Vale Fun Day was a great event organised at Fir Vale school on 19th July 2009 by local people to celebrate the summer and the community of Fir Vale. Gallery photographs by Sherin T Rajan.

2009-09-24 17:14:50

Children's Carnival at WATOTO

Parents and children enjoyed a summer Carnival at WATOTO pre-school in August 2009

2009-09-24 15:14:02

Fir Vale Fun Day

Fir Vale Fun Day was a great event organised at Fir Vale school on 19th July 2009 by local people to celebrate the summer and the community of Fir Vale.

2009-09-24 14:52:47

Abbeyfield festival photos by Anwar Suliman

A selection of photos taken by Messenger volunteer Anwar Suliman at the 2009 Abbeyfield Festival.

2009-07-21 14:15:45

Abbeyfield festival photos by Farzana Khan

A selection of photos taken by Messenger volunteer Farzana Khan at the 2009 Abbeyfield Festival.

2009-07-20 18:07:20

Refugee Week in Sheffield

Local resident, Carrie Hedderwick, looks back at this year's refugee week in June 2009.

2009-07-20 17:40:42

Messenger website poll

What do you think of our website? Vote in our poll!

2009-07-20 15:58:52

Watoto Preschool: Children's Summer Carnival 2009

Carnival Activities and children's events on 1st August 2009 at Watoto Preschool.

2009-07-19 20:41:19

Parkwood Springs Playdays

Various games and activities, FREE Thursday 30th July 11am-5pm.

2009-07-19 20:26:43

Climbing High at Osgathorpe Park!

Come and try out the new climbing boulder, and take part in an afternoon of fun activities: Tuesday 28th July 2009.

2009-07-19 20:16:34

Job vacancy – Office Administrator (maternity cover)

The Burngreave Messenger is looking for an Office Administrator for a maternity cover.

Hours: 10 per week
Salary: £16,941 pro rata

2009-07-19 19:53:37

Sing into summer women’s group

Three-part harmonies wafted from the Welcome Centre as I approached Christ Church to visit the Tuesday afternoon singing group run by SAGE Greenfingers. Josephine, Lorna, Hazel, Barbara, Carol, Cynthia, Diana and tutors Helen and Kate made me welcome and invited me to join them in singing ‘Rosa Parks’ which they were rehearsing.

2009-07-18 23:11:06

10 years of the Burngreave Messenger

In July 1999 the first issue of the Burngreave Messenger was put together by volunteers, who were “determined that it would be the property of local people and reflect their views.”

2009-07-17 17:29:49

Abbeyfield festival photos by Sherin T Rajan

A selection of photos taken by Messenger volunteer Sherin T Rajan at the 2009 Abbeyfield Festival.

2009-07-17 16:24:10

Youth Clubs

A summary of youth clubs available to young people in Burgreave over the summer

2009-07-17 16:07:42

Trips and Events

A summary of trips and events available to young people in Burngreave over the summer

2009-07-17 16:00:26

Dance and Circus Skills

A summary of dance and circus skill events in Burngreave over the summer

2009-07-17 15:51:38

Art, Craft & Media

Art, Craft & Media activities for young people in Burngreave

2009-07-17 15:26:03

Summer activities for young people in Burngreave

A summary of the various events taking place over the summer

2009-07-17 15:24:19

Firth Park Festival photo gallery

Galley of photos by Anwar Suliman from the Firth park festival

2009-07-17 14:23:09

Abbeyfield festival photos by Stephen Lang

A page of photos taken by Messenger volunteer Stephen Lang at the 2009 Abbeyfield Festival.

2009-07-16 16:54:04

Community backs Abbeyfield Festival

Abbeyfield Multicultural Festival brought thousands of people to celebrate in Abbeyfield Park on a hot summer day in July. Includes galleries of photos.

2009-07-15 17:35:05

Festival Line Up

Stage acts playing Abbeyfield Festival.

2009-07-04 09:24:21

Abbeyfield Festival 2009

Latest news and information on the upcoming Abbeyfield Festival.

2009-06-28 23:59:23

Jazz @ SADACCA

Jazz music event at Sadacca.

2009-06-19 01:30:48

Job: Coordinator - Positive Activities for Young People

Museums Sheffield seeks to recruit a Coordinator to plan and manage Culture Lab.

Salary: £18,761 – £22,017
Fixed term to 31 March 2010
Closing date: 19 June 2009

2009-06-12 18:44:55

Ellesmere Children's Centre hosts annual Multicultural Open Day

The award winning Ellesmere Children's Centre is throwing open its doors for this year's Annual Multicultural Event.

2009-06-10 20:57:25

Refugee Week events

Community Cohesion
Presentation of training awards
Different Pasts, Shared Futures

2009-05-30 12:16:00

Peace walk inspires

Walk and prayers organised by religious institutions, from Burngreave to Firth Park

2009-05-30 11:31:34

Cultural Crossings at the Vestry Hall

The Vestry Hall came alive again this month with the latest incarnation of the Burngreave Cultural Industries Challenge.

2009-05-29 15:49:51

Kid 1 and Kaney B

Local music production company have made waves after entering their material into a local competition

2009-05-29 15:17:06

Songs and stories with Reem Kelani

London based, Palestinian singer Reem Kelani, (accompanied by Bruno Heinen on Piano) gave a stunning performance of a number of songs from Arabic speaking countries.

2009-05-29 15:11:24

Student Voice Easter event

Story: Raveena Hussain (Fir Vale School Student Voice) We are a group of students at Fir Vale School – Raveena Hussain, Amoon Fazeldin, Raquia Begum, all year 10 students and Zena M’shana, from year 11.

2009-05-29 14:55:11

National Portrait finalist

Local artist Michael Gaskell has reached the final three in the BP Portrait Award at the National Portrait Gallery in London.

2009-05-29 14:22:18

Abbeyfield Festival 2009

Local performances, stalls, food, children’s activities, sports, dance, music and much more!

2009-05-28 21:13:16

Fir Vale Fun Day

Entertainment, music, dance and more at Fir Vale fun day on 19th July 2009.

2009-05-28 20:52:00

Festivals go back to the community

With New Deal funding gone and Green City Action stepping down as event organisers, Burngreave residents are taking back their community festivals and running the events with volunteers.

2009-05-28 19:54:34

Reem Kelani Concert

Reem Kelani, the inspirational Palestinian singer and campaigner, is playing the Vestry Hall accompanied by Bruno Heinen on piano. The Concert is FREE but entry will be by ticket only.

2009-05-05 19:43:57

Any Questions at Longley Sixth Form

On 22nd May 2009, Longley Park Sixth Form College will be hosting the popular BBC Radio 4 show ‘Any Questions?’ The show is a topical discussion in which a panel of personalities from the worlds of politics, media and elsewhere are posed questions by a live audience, from a different location each week

2009-05-03 22:08:08

Parkwood Springs into Action

Less than a mile north of Sheffield city centre lies a vast area of open land, almost as big as the city centre itself. Yet few people know of Parkwood Springs, its secret places and its enormous potential as a country park in the city.

2009-03-30 16:45:39

Raising their voices

“Raising their Voices: Poems by children in Burngreave” contains poems by over 50 children from six schools in Burngreave. Joanna Sutherland's colourful photographs embellish the book.

2009-03-27 16:20:47

Free Makeover

Local resident Mriom Nazir is to set up a new business after qualifying as a hair and makeup artist specialising in fashion and bridal hair and make-up.

2009-03-27 15:48:06

Adult Learning

Guide to learning opportunities in Burngreave and Fir Vale New Courses for the Summer Term

2009-03-27 15:32:49

Zambuko Izibuko Cultural Crossings

Cultural exchange with dance workshops

2009-03-27 14:27:44

Burngreave Cultural Industries Challenge

Burngreave Cultural Industries Challenge, activities at the Vastry Offices, 2 Burngreave Road, Sheffielod, S3 9DD.,

2009-03-27 14:09:54

Sophie Mei breaks world record

The Messenger has had another two votes of confidence with grants from two charitable trusts who have seen the benefit of our work in the community: many thanks to the Scurrah Wainwright Charity and Sheffield Town Trust.

2009-03-27 13:42:43

Rainbow’s End

Volunteers in Burngreave come from all around the world, as I discovered when I talked recently to some of the 40 people who work voluntarily at Rainbow’s End charity shop at Sorby House

2009-03-26 16:30:11

Friday 13th March saw Sophie Mei, renowned belly dancer and Burngreave resident, break the world record for the most people simultaneously belly dancing, all in aid of Comic Relief.

2009-03-26 16:27:38

Reem Kelani

Palestinian Musician Reem Kelani is to play two concerts for Gaza

2009-03-17 20:54:51

Suitcase City

A new piece of theatre by Richard Hurford and inspired by stories from the people of Sheffield. At the Vestry Hall, Tuesday 24th March 2009. Tickets are FREE.

2009-03-08 19:43:52

Martin Luther King Day

International Women's Day is being celebrated by women in Burngreave on Tuesday 10th March.

2009-03-07 20:13:53

Teaching Henna

Whiteway's school started an on going Henna course in November for local parents and children.

2009-02-01 22:09:22

On 19th January, the eve of Barack Obama's inauguration as the first black President, young and old people gathered at the Welcome Centre for the 5th annual celebration in rememberance of Dr Martin Luther King Jr.

2009-02-01 21:57:01

Cultural Challenge at the Vestry Hall

Southern E Media Education Arts (SEMEA) is based in the Vestry Offices. It supports intercultural exchange and team building between Southern artists and the community.

2009-01-30 16:32:48

Celebrating Fir Vale's Success

Fir Vale School's Presentation Evening held on 26th November celebrated the 10th Anniversary of its re-launch from the old Earl Marshal School in 1998.

2009-01-30 16:01:40

Area Panel Photos

Pictures taken at the Area Panels Awards Ceremony in the Town Hall.

2009-01-30 14:49:58

Burngreave Cultural Industries Challenge

Burngreave Cultural Industries Challenge, activities at the Vastry Offices, 2 Burngreave Road, Sheffielod, S3 9DD.,

2009-01-29 19:34:53

Youth Entertainment Club

Policy Research (IPPR) shows that the lack of ‘somewhere to go in the evening’ is a regular grievance amongst teenagers.

2009-01-29 15:41:45

University Project Awards photos

Selection of photos from the University of Sheffield media awards.

2009-01-28 18:25:49

Dance and Music courses

Dance and Music courses for Spring 2009,from the Adult Learning Guide.

2009-01-06 00:20:50

Arts Design & Crafts courses

Arts Design & Crafts courses for Spring 2009,from the Adult Learning Guide.

2009-01-05 23:54:24

Burngreave Cultural Industries Challenge

The Burngreave Vestry Hall opened its doors to new activities earlier this year and SEMEA is the newest player on the block.

2008-12-02 18:53:07

Burngreave Electric Challenge Gala

Burngreave Electric Challenge Gala, Saturday December 13th 2008.

2008-12-02 18:41:27

Sing through the winter

An opportunity to join a friendly, informal women’s group, that will focus on the positive mental health benefits of singing together.

2008-12-01 17:13:11

Fir Vale Festival entertainment

Gallery of photos taken at the Fir Vale Day of Celebration on 18th October 2008.

2008-12-01 13:59:37

Byron Wood celebrates Eid

On Friday 10th October the whole school gathered to watch a short role play by year 5 and year 6 pupils. The play demonstrated how Muslims celebrate Eid.

2008-12-01 12:43:20

St Catherine’s reopening

On Sunday 12th October, a beautiful sunny morning, St Catherine’s Church re-opened after major refurbishments.

2008-12-01 12:35:07

Walk good

Walk good is a Jamaican phrase which simply means ‘have a good journey’. One of the most memorable journeys taken by Jamaicans over sixty years ago was that on the “Windrush” ship in 1948.

2008-12-01 12:27:16

St Catherine’s Living Library

“St. Catherine’s Catholic Primary School recently held a living library in our school hall, which was a great success. We had lots of visitors to the library to meet with our ‘living’ books.”

2008-12-01 12:24:05

Realising the dream

On the 20th January 2009, Barack Obama will be inaugurated as the first black president of the USA. Preparations are under way to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day in the light of this historic occasion.

2008-12-01 12:22:04

Young advocates in Beijing

Two youth council members from Burngreave went on a life-changing trip to Beijing in September. They joined a global conference of 100 disabled and able-bodied young people from 20 countries, plus 100 youngsters from China.

2008-12-01 12:08:23

Writing for the Messenger

Messenger news writing course, Monday mornings: 8th, 15th December and 5th, 12th January.

2008-12-01 11:58:36

Carwood Halloween Party

Wicked witches, ghouls and spooks gathered at the Carwood Community Room on Halloween.

2008-11-29 20:27:46

Dark Times - a poem by Moshin Khan

Moshin Khan's poem, “Dark Times” is dedicated to his cousin

2008-11-29 19:15:29

Determined to be a success

Moshin Khan, who grew up in Burngreave, is one of Brendan Ingle's current prodigies and has been boxing since age 11 with the full support of his family.

2008-11-28 16:35:17

Inspirational Films

Over 30 people came to the Vestry Hall on October 14th to participate in Transition Sheffield's 3×3 Film Festival

2008-11-28 16:19:50

Dreams to Reality

When Kier Hodson dreamed up a “50 word saga” for a school competition, he never imagined it would end up in print!

2008-11-28 15:54:54

Creative Outpost in the Chapel

If you happened to be strolling through Burngreave Cemetery on Friday 10th of October, you may have stumbled across a very positive and eclectic group of people. ‘Creative Outpost’ is a multitalented group of volunteers who are motivated by the revival of Burngreave’s Chapel and Cemetery. They see it being used in diverse and electrifying ways.

2008-11-28 15:30:27

Fir Vale's Got Talent photo gallery

Gallery of photas taken at the Fir Vale Day of Celebration on 18th October 2008.

2008-11-28 14:37:29

Fir Vale's got talent

On 18th October Fir Vale School hosted the Fir Vale Festival, which brought the whole community together. It drew out all the different talents we have in Fir Vale.

2008-11-27 15:17:38

Barack Obama Day

Sunday 16th November at SADACCA. A day of celebrations.

2008-11-13 17:07:23

Half Term Programme of Activities

October 2008 diary of activities for young people during half term.

2008-10-23 16:38:06

Art in Nottingham Cliff Park

In the Nottingham cliff rec art work was commissioned for positive messages and memorials.

2008-10-09 17:27:53

Transition Sheffield 3x3 Film Festival 2008

Three evenings of film and discussion about a better life beyond oil at the Vestry Hall on Tues 14th Oct, Weds 29th Oct and Mon 17th Nov.

2008-10-02 15:12:06

The war to end all wars

A poem from a local resident.

2008-09-29 09:19:25

Fir Vale Day Of Celebration 2008

Festival and talent contest on Saturday 18th October at Firvale School.

2008-09-29 08:57:11

Pakistan Independence Day

On Thursday August 14th an event took place to Celebrate Pakistan Independence Day at Eastern Eye Takeaway and Restaurant in Fir Vale

2008-09-28 11:46:22

Community Circus Workshops

Circus fun for everyone at Greentop – the Yorkshire Circus Centre.

2008-09-26 20:22:04

jazz@SADACCA

Evening of jazz on Friday 3rd October.

2008-09-26 19:58:32

Meditation for Human Integration

An open house informal talk on Sahaj Marg: A Raja yoga system of meditation on the heart Saturday 4th October.

2008-09-26 19:50:06

Diary of Events

Upcoming events supported by BNDFC in October, November and December 2008

2008-09-26 19:00:59

Area Panel meeting

For discussion at the next Area Panel meeting on 9th October 2008:

Community space at St Catherine’s School
£50,000 for Libraries, Parks or Streets
Community Assemblies

2008-09-26 18:37:36

Cleethorpes here we come

Saturday 23rd August was the annual Burngreave New Deal for Communities Seaside Trip to Cleethorpes. There were five coaches with 218 Burngreave residents (115 adults and 103 children) made up of grandparents, parents, children, aunties, uncles and cousins, together with all the kit and caboodle that goes with a day trip to the seaside – prams, bags, car seats and cooler bags.

2008-09-26 18:27:31

Walk Good

a filmmaker and digital artist, I had always been interested in looking into the past, especially when I see a gap.

2008-09-26 18:06:32

Fashion show

A colourful fashion show with a variety of dance performances brought the Vestry Hall to life on the 30th of August. The clothes were all designed and made by girls who have attended the Burngreave After School Support Project (BASSP).

2008-09-26 17:48:17

Summer Fun Photos

There was loads of stuff to do this summer for children and young people. Here’s just a few photos of things they got up to.

2008-09-26 17:22:25

Tonnes of Summer fun

There was loads of stuff to do this summer for children and young people. Here’s just a few photos of things they got up to.

2008-09-26 16:47:49

Playground party & plans

A warm sun shone over Pitsmoor Adventure Playground for their ‘End of Summer Party’ on the 31st August. Face painting, team games, a bouncy castle and a DJ were some of the special activities.

2008-09-26 16:12:37

Messenger training courses

The Messenger is running a website training course and a writing for the Messenger course starting in October to help you get more involved.

2008-09-26 15:49:04

Messenger AGM

The Burngreave Messenger is holding its Annual General Meeting: 11am, Saturday 25th October 2008.

2008-09-26 15:44:37

Burngreave Cemetery Chapel open days

Chapel in Burngreave cemetery open to the public

2008-09-26 12:33:50

Al Nisa Sports and Grimesthorpe Institute

Al Nisa sports institute fund raising event

2008-09-26 12:16:13

Barrows, bards and a barbecue

Visitors to the Greenfingers open day on 10th September were treated to a tour of the allotments, songs, recitals of creative writing by Write Horizons, sunshine and a barbecue.

2008-09-26 11:13:39

Young Advisors event sensations!

event on the 29th August, around 90 people attended at the Nottingham Cliff Rec. Young Advisors Afrah Al-kheili, Farhan Ahmed and Zanumb Bibi supervised the entire event with help from Streetworx staff and volunteers.

2008-09-25 18:45:19

Job: Community Development Worker

Hours: 30 hrs (flexible) 52 weeks
Salary: £25,000 – £28.125 pro rata
Closing date: 29th September 2008

Pakistan Muslim Centre and Wolseley Road Mosque is looking for someone to work towards providing a range of non-religious services and activities open to the wider community.

2008-09-24 13:48:45

Road Safety Message at the Library

Burngreave Library will host a display of poetry by Firs Hill School children over the summer of 2008.

2008-08-15 18:14:48

Nottingham Cliff Park Event

Burngreave's Real Young Advisors have organised a community event at Nottingham Cliff Park on Sunday 10th August.

2008-08-07 13:26:00

Festival comments

Share your views on the 2008 Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival.

2008-07-21 14:26:49

St Peter’s Church Events

July 2008 – May 2009

Chairobics Sessions
Day trip to Chester Zoo
Day trip to Whitby

2008-07-21 11:26:02

Annual Convocation

Shiloh Church at 8 Gower Street invites you to the Annual Convocation, a great time of celebration, with live gospel singing, dancing, great music and interesting talks on issues from the Bible.

2008-07-21 11:21:00

Young People’s Day 24th July 2008

Organised and presented by young people from Shiloh Church and guided by their youth leaders and pastor, the day is open to all children and young people aged from 8 – 18.

2008-07-21 11:12:19

Dance and Music

Dance and music activities for young people in Burngreave.

2008-07-20 20:06:39

Art and Media

Art and media activities for young people in Burngreave.

2008-07-20 19:59:38

Trips and Events

Trips and events for young people during the summer 2008.

2008-07-20 19:19:24

Festival photo album volume 2

Gallery of photos from the 2008 Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival.

2008-07-18 17:12:56

Festival photo album volume 1

Gallery of photos from the 2008 Abbeyfield Park Multicultural Festival.

2008-07-18 12:48:26

Firshill Summer Fayre

Firshill TARA held its annual Summer Fayre on Saturday 14th June at Roe Lane Community Centre. The Fayre was well-attended, with around 60 people turning up to enjoy the many activities there.

2008-07-17 21:59:39

Stand for Islam

A series of seminars recently took place at Firshill School by a group of professional Muslim women to promote greater understanding of their belief.

2008-07-17 21:53:05

Morning reading at Whiteways School

Walk into Whiteways School on a Wednesday or Thursday morning and you will experience a happy and inviting atmosphere with children and parents sharing and enjoying books.

2008-07-17 21:44:54

Music in the Sun

Nonstop Events Ltd presents the North of England's most nationally acclaimed and greatly missed award winning festival.

2008-07-17 21:35:29

Diary of Events

Upcoming events supported by BNDFC in August, September and October 2008.

2008-07-17 21:08:11

Cultural celebration

The Station Foyer on the Wicker held its annual Refugee Week event on 20th June with a Cultural Fashion Show and Training Awards, celebrating the contribution of refugees and asylum seekers to the community.

2008-07-17 21:03:13

Have Faith In The Kids

I am a resident in Burngreave who has seen major changes in the area, not only from an employment perspective but also environmentally. Burngreave has in the past been seen as a ‘no go area’ but recently improvements have placed it on the Sheffield map. These improvements are due in part to the hard work that has been put in place by Burngreave New Deal for Communities (BNDfC).

2008-07-17 21:01:01

Writing course for volunteers

The Messenger is running a course in ‘writing for a community newspaper’ in August.

2008-07-17 20:51:35

Phoenix Music Club

The Phoenix Music Club, based at The Companions Club on Barnsley Road, took off in style recently with two evenings of music, song and dance from all over the world.

2008-07-17 20:42:48

Warrior Square

Warrior Square, the latest in a string of free theatre performances at the Vestry Hall , proved to be another successful and moving live event for Burngreave.

2008-07-17 20:42:34

Strings attached for promising fiddler

A budding Sheffield violinist is hoping to hit the right notes by pursuing her musical dreams now that she has an instrument to be proud of.

2008-07-17 20:36:47

Pitsmoor Pipers

City of Sheffield Pipe Band return from emotional visit to Sheffield Memorial Park involving Pitsmoor Residents.

2008-07-17 20:12:51

East Meets West

The noisiest audience yet in the Vestry Hall came on June 20th as Isha Nandra’s cast performed an energetic and varied programme of entertainment and dance – with plenty of audience participation.

2008-07-17 19:42:08

Summer Activities 2008

Summer activities for young people in Burngreave including youth clubs, trips & events, football, sports, art & media, music & dance and training.

2008-07-17 19:14:55

Abbeyfield Festival 2008

The atmosphere at Abbeyfield Multicultural Festival was peaceful in spite of fears raised by the shooting of Tarek Choubaib on Friday. People came together to support local talent and were enjoying themselves.

PLUS: Galleries of extra photos

2008-07-17 19:10:22

حفل فني وخطابي في المدرسة العربية

أحيت إدارة المدرسة العربية التابعه لجمعية الجالية اليمنية – شفيلد – حفلاً فنياً وخطابياً مساء يوم الخميس الماضي الموافق 19 يونيو في قاعة Fir Vale Theatre بمناسبة إنتهاء العام الدراسي 2007 – 2008 بحضور رئيس الجالية اليمنية الأخ صالح النود وعضو المجلس البلدي لمدينة شفيلد السيد/ محمد أشفاق والسيد جون كاولي مدير الجاليات في منطقة بنجريف والسيد أحمد جرنه مدير حملة التعليم ومحو الأمية في منطقة بنجريف وعدد كبير من الضيوف وأولياء أمور الطلبة وأعضاء الهيئة الادارية للجمعية .

2008-07-04 00:11:56

Arabic School celebration

The Arabic Community Language School held an event on Thursday June 19th at Fir Vale School to celebrate achievements during the academic year 2007 – 2008.

2008-06-27 19:18:53

Stand for Islam Seminars

A series of workshops for women of all faiths to promote greater understanding of Muslim women.

2008-06-27 18:19:21

Library music event

Special music making day: Free family event at Burngreave Library, Wednesday 25th June 2008.

2008-06-19 18:12:02

Firshill TARA Summer Fayre

Firshill TARA is to hold its annual Summer Fayre on Saturday 14th June 2008.

2008-06-12 18:32:23

Refugee week 16th - 22th June 2008

A programme of local events, celebrations and discussions during Refugee Week 2008.

2008-06-10 00:09:12

review: Warrior Square

Review of “Warrior Square”, performed at Burngreave Vestry Hall on Wednesday 4th June 2008.

2008-06-05 21:12:39

Holiday languages

Details of summer holiday languages courses from the WEA.

2008-06-05 09:15:45

Digital media

Details of summer digital media courses from the WEA.

2008-06-05 00:47:40

Writing school

Details of summer writing courses from the WEA.

2008-06-05 00:17:13

WEA Summer Courses

Details of WEA summer courses in writing, digital media and holiday languages at the Sheffield Learning Centre, Attercliffe.

2008-06-04 23:32:57

Phoenix Music Club

Phoenix Music Club flies again with two new pilot events at the Companion's Club in Pitsmoor. Don't miss out on the fun, as we have two packed programmes for you. As people have often said about Phoenix, “something you love, something new, and something to dance to.”

2008-06-02 14:35:57

Grants for young people's activities

Burngreave New Deal’s Small grants team will be running a special grant panel for young people’s summer activities.

2008-06-02 10:41:05

What's going on this summer?

If you are running activities for young people this summer, make sure you get them in the ‘What’s going on?’ booklet 2008.

2008-06-02 10:38:43

Learning Festival Extra Photos

A gallery of extra photographs from the Burngreave Celebrates Learning Festival on Sunday 18th May 2008.

2008-05-30 20:33:54

Family Advocacy Team

Parents are an important part of helping children to do well in school, but it’s not easy to get involved with your children’s education, when there are real life worries to deal with.

2008-05-30 19:14:02

Integration for da nation!

On the 16th April an interfaith discussion took place at the Vestry Hall, bringing together faith organisations from Sheffield and Bradford to share ideas and good practice.

2008-05-30 18:50:14

Interfaith walk of unity

The 5th annual march for peace organised by Burngreave’s religious institutions took place on the 13th April. We were set to go through Burngreave, Fir Vale and Firth Park as usual.

2008-05-30 18:36:36

St Catherine’s refurbishment

Shrouded in blue safety mesh and scaffolding, one of Burngreave’s most iconic buildings is undergoing a long awaited programme of renovation work.

2008-05-30 18:25:51

Street Pastoring

Street Pastoring is faith-based engagement with young people on the streets, often in the evening. It offers support, guidance and a listening ear for young people.

2008-05-30 18:18:29

An Evening in Aid of Sheffield Women's No Recourse Fund

The Fund has been set up to help local domestic abuse projects provide safe accommodation and short term financial support to women fleeing domestic abuse who have ‘no recourse to public funds’ because of their immigration status.

2008-05-30 16:41:40

Friday knitting drop-in sessions

Do you enjoy knitting? Or wish to learn? And want to meet new people?

2008-05-30 16:30:26

East meets west

On the hottest day of the year so far, music is booming from the PA in the Vestry Hall and dancers are hard at work at one of their twiceweekly rehearsals for ‘East Meets West’, a show designed to showcase music and dance from different cultures.

2008-05-30 15:41:17

Music in the Sun this August

After a break of eight years, it looks like Music in the Sun will be back this summer. NonStop Events Ltd aims to re-stage the multicultural music festival that was started at SADACCA in 1989.

2008-05-30 15:21:50

World class musician

To most Burngreave residents, Kamalbir is known for working in Ellesmere Road Post Office. However, he is also famous around the world as a performer and composer of classical Indian music.

2008-05-30 15:15:57

Sixty minutes in Arabic

Hope, optimism, unity and entertainment are the keywords for Burngreave resident Wajdi Raweh in his Sheffield Live radio show ‘Siteen Daqiqa be Alarabi’ meaning ‘Sixty Minutes in Arabic’.

2008-05-30 15:06:57