
Events
Check out everything going on at Community Gateway for you to get involved in and activities within your communities

Savick Library Fun Palace

Bulbs of Hope

Chat and Chai Men's Health Event

Job Fair

Spotlight Session - Investment and Safety Checks

Warm Matters Drop-In

Spotlight Session - Complaints

Spotlight Session - Engagement and Communications

Bereavement Cafe

Arts & Crafts Club

Parish Pantry

Brew and Chats

Thrifty Kitchen Cook Along

Womens Group

Family History Group

Get Online at your Library

Craft and Chat

A Cuppa and a Quiz
Savick Library Fun Palace

Free event at The Savick Library on Saturday, 4th October from 9.30 am until 12.30 pm.
Includes a Treasure hunt, Crafts with Lancashire Adult Learning, Drumming Circle, Mindful Art and Children's activities.
Refreshments provided by the Friends of Savick Library.
Bulbs of Hope

Tell Let's Grow Preston a month that you are not looking forward to next year, and they'll match this to a flowering bulb, plant them up and give you the pot. Giving you something to look forward to!
Ran by Let's Grow Preston in association with Preston Wellfest for Mental Health Day on Preston Flag Market on Saturday 4th October, from 10 am until 4 pm.
Chat and Chai Men's Health Event

Job Fair

Lancashire Adult Learning Tutors will be providing interview, application and CV support on the day. The event will feature a range of employers, as well as information on volunteering and apprenticeship opportunities, from 10 am until 2 pm at The Intact Centre.
Spotlight Session - Investment and Safety Checks

Come along and shine a spotlight on Investment Programme and Safety Checks. This session will allow you to find out how we deliver our service as well as provide you with the opportunity to help us shape our offer to you.
When: Thursday 13th November
Where: Harbour House, Portway, Preston, PR2 2DW
Time: 5pm-7pm
Book your place by calling 0800 956 0213 (option 6) or emailing get.involved@communitygateway.co.uk.
Warm Matters Drop-In

Warm Matters Drop-In event for Lancashire residents from 10 am - 1 pm run by South Ribble Borough Council.
Spotlight Session - Complaints

In this session, we'll shine a spotlight on our complaints service, offering you the opportunity to share your views and suggest improvements.
The session will run from 5-7pm, food will be provided from 4.30pm and transport can also be arranged to and from the session for those who need it.
Book your place by calling 0800 953 0213 (option 6) or by emailing get.involved@communitygateway.co.uk.
Spotlight Session - Engagement and Communications

Come along and shine a spotlight on our Engagement and Communications service. This session will allow you to find out how we deliver our service as well as provide you with the opportunity to help us shape our offer to you.
When: Thursday 26th February 2025
Where: Harbour House, Portway, Preston, PR2 2DW
Time: 5pm-7pm
Book your place by calling 0800 956 0213 (option 6) or emailing get.involved@communitygateway.co.uk.
Bereavement Cafe

An informal group where anyone can come and chat, have a brew and talk to others about their loss, whether their loved one has died recently or some time ago, running from 10-11:30am on the first Thursday of the month.
There’s no need to book, and if you would like to bring a friend along for a bit of support then please do.
It’s not a counselling group and there’s no set structure to it, but anyone who wishes to introduce themselves and tell their story is welcome to; or if you would prefer to sit and listen that’s fine too.
Arts & Crafts Club

Parish Pantry

Open every Tuesday morning 10am-12noon, The Community Pantry is intended to give relief to individuals / families who find themselves in immediate need and require assistance in providing basic food items for their household.
Please contact the Parish Office for details. Tel. 01772 759274
Brew and Chats

Thrifty Kitchen Cook Along

Back by popular demand, Thrifty Kitchen is back, starting Friday 31st January.
These FREE one of cooking sessions run every Friday from 1-3:30pm, helping you learn new cooking skills in a welcoming group environment. Enjoy good food, have fun and socialise with others who all have the same interest of cooking.
All equipment and ingredients are provided.
Call 01772 760760 or call into reception to book a place.
Womens Group

Ran by Foxton. This is a women's group that will be held every Thursday from 9.30 am until 11 am. Little ones are welcome with activities provided, so that you have some time to yourself.
Family History Group

Members are researching families all over the country and share their stories and tips. You will also have free access in the library to subscription family history resources that we've paid for so you don't have to.
Families are more than names and dates and we look in online newspapers, military and other records to find out more about our ancestors' lives.
Get Online at your Library

Ingol Library digital skills sessions will run through a variety of subjects, from basic computer skills to shopping online and using health apps from the GP. All to make sure you feel comfortable and confident with computers and mobile devices.
Free and all are welcome.
Three sessions available
2 pm - 2.30 pm
2.45 pm – 3.15 pm
3.30 pm – 4.00 pm
Book your place below:
https://www6.apps.lancashire.gov.uk/w/webpage/event-details?eventid=375025
Craft and Chat

Whatever arts and crafts you enjoy and whatever your ability, bring your work along to The Savick Library and join their like-minded group where everyone is welcome and a friendly atmosphere is guaranteed.
A Cuppa and a Quiz

Ribbleton Library are hosting a Cuppa & A Quiz session every second Friday of the month. Come along alone or bring a friend to challenge your knowledge on all sorts of subjects.
No need to book, just show up.
You'll get a free hot drink to enjoy whilst you are quizzing.