17th October Breabach & Calan 1.00pm at The Coliseum Theatre Aberdare

This is a unique opportunity to catch the best of Scottish and Welsh music in one dazzling and compelling concert. Breabach have two highly acclaimed albums; nominations as best live act and best act in both the Scottish Traditional Music Awards and Radio 2 Folk Awards; Meanwhile Calan have enjoyed life-affirming performances at Festival Interceltique Lorient and WOMEX in Copenhagen. This concert will feature the bands working separately as well as coming together to create a wall of sound that threatens to sweep all before it. Tickets £7.50, Students £3.50
www.calan-band.com

www.breabach.com

Wed, 5 October Leisurely cycle rides in Aberdare area Every Wednesday, all year round

Leisurely cycle rides and cycling skills for learners in Aberdare area. (map)
Every Wednesday, all year round!Guided rides leave at 10.30 but bikes are available for use in park between 10.30 - 1pm (except 1st Wednesday of the month).Contact Information: Call Eleanor for more information on number below or email: eleanor.rothwell@sustrans.org.uk

Friday 30th September Hirwaun Out Reach ( St Lleurwg’s Church Hall )

13:00 – 16:00  We offer Activities which include: Arts & Crafts Short Walks Please email Tracy or Natalie or contact them on T: 01685 881113 for more information about the Cynon projects

Please email Tracy or Natalie or contact them on T: 01685 881113 for more information about the Cynon projects

Jethro 29 September,The Park and Dare Theatre Treorchy

Originally a 'timber man' from Lavant Tin Mine, Jethro will be performing armed with nothing more than a microphone, a stand and a small table with his favorite drink to hand. As he paces the stage from side to side, you’ll hear hilarious antics of rural comedy delivered to you in a warm, Cornish accent. Selling over 4 Million stand-up comedy DVD’s to date, isn’t it about time you came and experienced some serious nonsensical twaddle!! Warning Adult Material – Over 18’s Only.Warning Adult Material – Over 18’s Only.£18.50 Selling over 4 Million stand-up comedy DVD’s to date, isn’t it about time you came and experienced some serious nonsensical twaddle!!Warning Adult Material – Over 18’s Only.parkdare.rct-arts.org/en/whats-on/view/jethro/

Every Monday Rhondda Listening Friends St John's Church Hall, Ton Pentre.

Need someone to talk to? Then why not drop in to see us? Rhondda - Listening Friends are available

The Park Lunch Time Concert September 23 , 13:00 – 14:00 Rhondda Heritage Park

DescriptionTake time out of your busy day for a lunchtime treat with Daniel & Laura Curtis who are considered as ambassadors for the conservation of the music of the Great American Songbook in the UK. Free Admission. Please reserve your table if you require lunch. For more info please call 01443 682036 www.rhonddaheritagepark.com

Rhondda Listening Friends 19th September St John's Church Hall, Ton Pentre

11:00 – 16:00 Need someone to talk to Then why not drop in to see us Rhondda - Listening Friends are available

15th September Rhondda Fach Ramble Ferndale Rugby Club, Rhondda, CF43 4NE

A walk taking in a Roman Camp, the Bristol Channel and The Rhondda 10.00am 4hrs walk 6 miles /9.5km If you wish to book please call 01443 838632 or e-mail : walkingfestival@thevalleys.co.uk

13th September Railway Ramble Ebbw Vale Parl Railway, Ebbw Vale, NP23 8AP Start Point

10:00-16:00pm Description This stunning walk through picturesque medieval landscapes and villages before returning to the valley bottom and catch the train back to Ebbw Vale. To Book please call 01443 838632 or e-mail walkingfestival@thevalleys.co.uk

8th September Castle To Castle Cyfarthfa Castle, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE Starting Point

10:00-16:00pm Description A circular route featuring a stunning section through the Taf Fechan Nature Reserve.If you wish to book please call 01443 838632 or e-mail :walkingfestival@thevalleys.co.uk

6th September The Racehorse and Balls Pond Rifleman's Car Park, Blaenavon, NP4 9QS Start Point

10:00-13:00pm Teh walk showcases teh ricj industrial heritage of teh area. In particular the part played by water in eth extraction of iron and steel as well as coal. To book please call 01443 838632 or e-mail walkingfestival@thevalleys.co.uk

5th September Heart of Wales Pantfynnon Railway Station, Ammanford, SA18 3HW

Walk along a mountain ridge, resplendent with far reaching vistas over the Loughor Estuary, the Black Mountain and the Amman Valley, before descending to Pontarddulais. Walking boots, waterproofs and packed lunch essential. Grade: Easy To book please call 01443 838632 or e-mail

4th September Table Top Sale Rhondda Heritage Park

10:00-16:00 Pick up a bargain or why not reserve a table in the marquee? free entry / £5 to book a table (in advance www.rhonddaheritagepark.com

3rd September Open Doors Month Rhondda Heritage Park

 09:00 -Free admission to the Underground Experience Tours @ Rhondda Heritage Park every weekend throughout September

Mental Health News - Summer 2011 Newsletter

Mental Health News - Summer 2011 Newsletter Out Now.

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Event Title:WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY EVENT

Date: FRIDAY 7TH OCTOBER 2011

Location:MERTHYR TYDFIL LEISURE CENTRE

You are invited to attend the Merthyr Tydfil World Mental Health Day Event 2011, which is being held on Friday 7th October at the Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre (old Rhydycar), commencing at 10.00 am and finishing after 2.30 pm.

World Mental Health Day is a global annual event aimed at raising awareness of mental health and addressing associated stigma, and at a local level Mental Health has been identified as a priority for development within the 2011- 2014 Health, Social Care & Well-Being Strategy.

The World Mental Health Day Event is a way of working collaboratively towards addressing the needs of our local communities. This day will provide opportunity for service users to engage with providers of services, and will also be a chance for local organisations and partners to showcase the quality and quantity of services available within the County Borough.

It is important for us to appropriately cater for all attendees so, if you are an organisation attending or exhibiting on the day, please complete the appropriate booking form as attached:

Please complete and return your Booking Forms before 12 Noon on Friday 9th September 2011 to Maria Abson, Mental Health Development Officer at Interlink, Unit 6 Melin Corrwg, Cardiff Road, Upper Boat, CF37 1DZ or via mabson@interlinkrct.org.uk.

If you require free transport, then please contact Shian Neale on shian.neale@merthyr.gov.uk who will be able to discuss this with you.

We look forward to hearing from you in the near future and to World Mental Health Day 2011.

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10th August Wild Life Activity Days Colby Woodland Garden

Every Wednesday and Thursday, whatever the weather, come and discover more about the wildlife and nature all around us. Different themed activities each week in the woodland garden with craft activities in the Bothy. Admission + £2 Enquiries Tel: 01834 811885 colby@nationaltrust.org.uk

7th August Craft Fair Rhondda Heritage Park

Start 10.35am- 3.00pm a selection of hand-made jewelry, wooden crafts etc. Interested in taking part? For further details please call 01443 682036 Admission Free www.rhonddaheritagepark.com

7th August Big Welsh Bite Pontypridd, Ynysangharad War Memorial Park

 The popular food and agricultural festival showcases a huge range of Welsh produce to sample and buy, including ice creams, cheeses and cakes, and resident chefs cook up mouth-watering recipes during the weekend. Michael Owen from Nuts About Coffee who attends each year said "The Big Welsh Bite is a great event." There’s daily entertainment for all ages in the main arena, including duck driving and dance performances as well as craft stalls, sporting activities, animal exhibitions, children's entertainment, vintage farm vehicles and much more. FREE ADMISSION Friday 5th (11:00) - Sunday 7th August 2011

7th August Head To Toe Poetry and Music in the Vaults at C.A.D.W St Davids Bishops Palace

Don't miss our annual treat of poetry, prose, and music in the intimate atmosphere of the ancient Bishop's Palace Undercroft. Our theme this year is a sideways look from Head to Toe with a great many things in between. The whole Festival Company join together to perform a wide range of material, from serious to amusing to strange. A hidden gem. Tel: 01437 720517 http://www.cadw.wales.gov.uk/