Somerset Diverse Communities

26/03/2026

04/03/2026

Sharing this lovely event from MingleCafe in Bridgwater:
Culture Exchange – March Ukraine, with music, Motanka doll‑making, Ukrainian food and more... on 7 & 28 March, 12–4pm. Full details see below post

18/02/2026

This year Ramadan and Lent begin together

Different traditions, but the same gentle call: pause, reflect, and return to what matters. One fasts from dawn to sunset, another gives up comforts- both choosing restraint in a world of excess.

It’s a reminder that across faiths, people are reaching for the same things: patience, mercy, gratitude and closeness to God.

Wishing peace and compassion to everyone observing.

17/02/2026

Did you know Wells Cathedral is hosting a series of Resistance, Racial Justice & Reconciliation events? The next event is on the 25th of February.

Don't miss out on the current powerful photographic exhibition of Black Lives Matter protests in London and Somerset by Wayne Campbell and local photographers.
Somerset African Caribbean Network

14/01/2026

Coming to Wells Cathedral soon!

3 February to 1 March 2026

25/12/2025

From all of us at Thrive 🌟 Merry Christmas

As we wrap up this year, we are looking forward to continuing our work with our clients, partners, and beneficiaries in 2026.

Your support has helped us achieve so much this year, and together we’ve made a real difference. Thank you for being part of our journey.

Wishing you a wonderful festive season and a prosperous New Year!

22/12/2025

Want to host your own Together event?

We have created a complete guide packed with templates and resources to make planning simple and stress-free.
✅ Easy-to-follow steps
✅ Ready-made materials
✅ Ideas to bring your community together

Download the guide today and start planning your event!
https://thrivesomerset.org.uk/toolkit/ -curric

There’s something truly special about a multicultural event - the laughter, the shared stories, and the sense of belonging that reminds us we’re stronger together.

7,250 people have attended together events across Somerset

“These events capture something truly special - they bring our diverse communities to the surface, celebrating our cultures, ethnically diverse, rich traditions that make us who we are.” Jusna Mustafa Thrive Community Engagement Officer

Want to bring this magic to your own community?

We’ve created a free guide packed with practical tips and ideas to help you host an event that celebrates diversity and builds lasting connections.

Download it here: https://ow.ly/E0UE50XLpsC

18/12/2025

Don't forget that our Conversation Groups, Talking Cafes, and Carers Groups close over Christmas. See the below post for all the details.

As we head into the Christmas period, here’s what you need to know about our hubs, groups, and Talking Cafes:

Welcome Hubs
Closed the week of 22 December
Reopen the week beginning 5 January

Conversation Groups
Closed the week of 22 December
Reopen the week beginning 5 January

Talking Cafés
Closed the week of 29 December
Reopen the week beginning 5 January

Carers Groups
👉Burnham: No meeting 23 December. Returns 27 January.
👉Crewkerne & Castle Cary: Meeting on 8 Jan (instead of 1 January).
👉Glastonbury: No meeting 26 December. Returning 23 January.
👉Keinton Mandeville: No January meeting; returns 4 February.
👉Langport: Meeting on 17 December (instead of 24 December).
👉Taunton: Now at the library, 4th Wednesday each month; next meeting 28 January.
👉Watchet: No meeting 29 December. Returns 26 January.
👉Wellington: Meeting on 6 January.
👉Online: No meeting 23 December. Returns 27 January.

Wishing you all a wonderful festive season!

16/12/2025

Discover how we’ve been working alongside you and local communities to create meaningful change. Our latest Impact Report is available, showcasing the stories, insights, and achievements that define our journey together.

We support Somerset’s communities to thrive by building connection and belonging. Our Together events are one way we make that happen.

This year, we brought 40 nationalities together across Somerset, creating spaces where cultures connect, friendships grow, and communities feel stronger.

From Bridgwater to Yeovil, these events celebrate what makes Somerset special: people coming together to share stories, food, and traditions.

When everyone feels welcome, we all thrive.

Learn more about our impact: https://thrivesomerset.org.uk/helping-somerset-thrive-our-impact/

19/11/2025

Multicultural Frome- yet another amazing celebration of culture, diversity and unity at Cheese and Grain on Sunday. Performances featured Kerala dancing, a Ukrainian choir, Morris dancing and a Palestinian ‘dabke’.

Stallholders shared their cultural heritage from countries including France, Colombia, Tibet, Guyana and Spain through food, workshops and story telling.

Huge thanks to Azeema Cafoor and Lenka Grimes for organising such a unifying event.

11/11/2025

Not long now until Multicultural Frome!

Thank you to Bruno , a local young person with Italian heritage, for creating a new poster this year! fans