Gorton Sacred Heart Family Hub

13/06/2026

🌟 Got a creative idea or side hustle brewing? 🌟

The North Manchester Youth Market is landing this summer at The Beacon Centre and it’s YOUR chance to shine! 🎨🛍️

Whether you make jewellery, art, clothes, bakes or anything in between, you can grab a FREE stall and start selling your creations 🙌

👥 Open to all young people up to 25
📍 The Beacon Centre, Clayton
📅 Saturday 4th July
⏰ 12–3pm

✨ Limited spaces available, so don’t miss out!
This is all about celebrating young talent, building confidence and bringing the community together 💚

👉 Want to get involved? Contact Nathan for booking


300x Ignition Club

12/06/2026

🔋 Button Battery Awareness Day | Family Hubs

How flat is your battery?
Even used button batteries can still seriously harm young children. If swallowed, they can burn through a child’s food pipe in a very short time if they get stuck.

Simple things you can do:
✔ Keep used batteries stored safely and out of reach
✔ Don’t leave loose batteries lying around
✔ Recycle them as soon as you can

🛒 Recycle while you shop – it’s easy:
1️⃣ Keep used batteries in a small container at home
2️⃣ Take them with you when you go shopping
3️⃣ Drop them into the battery recycling bin at your supermarket

🚫 Please remember – don’t throw used batteries in the bin

Let’s work together to keep children safe 💛

If you think a child has swallowed a button battery, go straight to A&E or call 999

12/06/2026

📣 Get involved in our community – deadline approaching!

Do you care about your neighbourhood and want to help shape local decisions? 💬

The Expression of Interest process is still open for new Neighbourhood Board members – and this is your chance to have a real say in how funding is spent in your area.

🌟 Whether you’re passionate about improving local services, supporting families, or making a positive difference, we want to hear from you!

🗓 Deadline: Monday 15th June

👉 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of something meaningful

https://www.manchester.gov.uk/people-and-communities/pride-in-place-apply-for-the-position-of-community-chair/apply-to-become-a-neighbourhood-board-member

We are looking for people to join the Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board.

12/06/2026

🔴 Button Battery Awareness Day 🔴

Button batteries may be small, but they can cause serious harm if swallowed – especially to young children

⚠️ Just one battery can cause severe internal burns in as little as 2 hours

👶 Keep children safe:
• Store batteries out of sight and reach
• Check toys and devices have secure battery compartments
• Dispose of used batteries safely and quickly

🚨 Act fast:
If you think a child has swallowed a button battery, go straight to A&E or call 999

Let’s spread awareness and help keep our little ones safe 💛

12/06/2026

Parents of Manchester, settle a debate!

Which is harder?

😴 Bedtime

🍽 Mealtime

🚗 School runs

🧹 Getting them to tidy up

❓ Something else.

Comment below!

12/06/2026

“Many people don’t realise they’re even using to***co.”

In some South Asian communities, products like paan and sh**ha are often part of social life - and not always seen as harmful or addictive

In the Unfiltered Podcast, a Manchester GP explains:

• Why these products can increase cancer risk
• Why stopping isn’t just about willpower
• How free, local support can make a difference

No judgement. Just clear information and support

🎧Unfiltered Podcast: Sh**ha, Paan and Health: What you need to know, with Dr Farah Farzana ▶️ Watch the conversation: manchestercitycouncilvideo.podbean.com

If you’re thinking about stopping, free support is available in Manchester:
🔗 changegrowlive.org/be-smoke-free
📞 0161 823 4157
Not in Manchester? You can find local stop smoking support through the NHS website

Watch GP Farah Farzana talk about to***co use in Manchester, the risks of sh**ha and paan and support to help people quit.

10/06/2026

🌈 Have Your Say in Shaping Clayton Vale’s Future! 🌈

Do you live in or care about the Clayton Vale area? This is your chance to make a real difference in your community 👇

💥 Apply to join the Pride in Place ‘Clayton Vale’ Neighbourhood Board

🗓 Deadline: Midnight, Monday 15 June 2026

Manchester has secured £20 million investment for Clayton Vale over the next 10 year and local people will help decide how that money is spent 🙌

This is about your voice, your neighbourhood, your future.

✅ No formal qualifications needed
✅ Your local knowledge and lived experience matter most
✅ Training and support provided
✅ Voluntary role (expenses covered)

💡 What you’ll do:

Work with other residents and local groups
Help shape a 10-year plan for your area
Influence decisions on facilities, improvements, and investment
Make sure your community’s priorities come first

📩 Applying is simple:
Send either:

A short personal statement (around 500 words), OR
A 3–5 minute video

Tell us why you understand your area and what changes matter most to you.
📧 Email: [email protected]

🔗 Find out more:
https://www.manchester.gov.uk/people-and-communities/pride-in-place-apply-for-the-position-of-community-chair/apply-to-become-a-neighbourhood-board-member

💬 Please share this with local residents, groups, and anyone passionate about improving Clayton Vale

Let’s make sure local people are at the heart of these decisions 💙

We are looking for people to join the Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board.

10/06/2026

📣 Manchester Baby Week 2026 – Launch Day!

✨ Let’s fill the coach and make it a great day out! ✨

Join us for a fun-packed celebration of babies, families and early years across Manchester! 🎉

📅 Monday 15 June
⏰ 10am–3pm
📍 Manchester Art Gallery

👶 What’s on? (All FREE!)
A whole week of activities for babies and under-5s (15–20 June), including:
💛 Sensory play, music, dance & storytelling
💛 Baby massage, yoga & messy play
💛 First aid tips & health advice
💛 Creative workshops, baby DJ sessions & more

🚌 FREE COACH SPACES AVAILABLE
Make it easy – travel with us!
⚠️ Limited spaces – first come, first served!
📞 Call to book your seat:
• Clayton Family Hub: 0161 219 6177
• Gorton Family Hub: 0161 245 7180

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Meet other parents, get support, and enjoy a welcoming, family-friendly day out - no stress, just fun!

💬 Whether you’ve got a newborn or a lively toddler, there’s something for everyone

👉 Don’t miss out – book your coach space today and come along with us!

10/06/2026

Squishy Dumplings – Read Before You Buy! 🥟✨

Does your child love dumplings, squishy and bright?
The ones that get unboxed and watched day and night?
They’re trending, they’re popular, videos galore -
But not all are as safe as the ones from the store…

Some may be fake, made too quickly, too cheap,
With chemicals hidden that shouldn’t run deep.
They might look the same, but don’t be misled -
Safety comes first in what info is fed

So here are some tips to keep little ones safe:
✔ Buy from trusted shops - don’t take a risk “just in case”

✔ Check labels are there, clear and correct -
No safety info? Best show to leave and reject

✔ And for under threes, it’s best to avoid -
Because safety matters more than a toy enjoyed

Let’s keep playtime fun, worry-free and bright,
Choose safe toys for smiles that last day and night 💛

Find out more here: https://capt.org.uk/buy-safe-toys/

Buying safe toys Many cheap toys from unknown sellers on online marketplaces come from abroad and have not been safety tested. From super-strong magnets that can rip through your child’s belly, to easy-access button batteries that can kill your child if swallowed, to dangerous electrical goods tha...

09/06/2026

Smoking. Sh**ha. Paan. Chewing to***co.

In Manchester, to***co use looks different across communities – but the health harms are shared.

1st episode - Unfiltered Podcast: Sh**ha, Paan and Health: What you need to know, with Dr Farah Farzana

🎧 Four short episodes. Free local support. Real stories.

manchestercitycouncil.podbean.com or where you get your podcasts.

Be Smoke Free clinic, Mondays 10am - 2pm, Gorton Hub, Garratt Way M18 8HE

Listen to GP Farah Farzana talk about to***co use in Manchester, the risks of sh**ha and paan and support to help people quit.