A fantastic day in Bedford to learn more about Polish history and heritage! With delicious food and music.
An amazing event not to be missed, with food, dance, culture and atmosphere!
As we continue to remember the Holocaust yearly, we also remember other subsequent Genocides. We need remember over one million Tutsis who were murdered in one hundred day. The Rwandan Community in Bedford, Higgins Bedford and Queen’s Park community organisation have joined forces to organise the commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Genocide Against the Tutsis in Rwanda. Bedford resident and Survivor, Chantal Uwamahoro, who might have heard recently on BBC radio 4, has dedicated her life to tell her story by giving lectures, talk and assemblies in schools and many public places. This event is the opportunity to come and meet survivors and the community and listen to their stories
A chance to meet and greet member of the D/Hard of Hearing community and their charity Access Bedford!
We are delighted to be supporting the open day King’s Oak Primary School with children activities. If you are interested in joining our team of volunteers, please get in touch admin@qpco.org.uk or call 07824035000. #partnerworking #farmday #educationforall
The feedback we have had from the deaf and hard of hearing community in Bedford is that not many businesses are able to communicate via BSL in Bedford town centreand we wanted to change that trend. Our aim is to enable as many people as possible to gain some knowledge of British Sign Language to help support the Deaf and hard of hearing community, and ensure they feel more welcome/comfortable using our town centre shops and services. To do this we will also be organising a deaf awareness day on the Sunday 12th May between 2 to 4pm at the Harpur suite in Bedford Town centre. More
information to follow.
The course is open to everyone; you might be an employee of a business in town or a business owner, you could be working for a charity or a statutory body, working for Bedfordshire Police or you just want to learn BSL to help people to feel more included, as long as you interact with Bedford town, this is the course for you!
We ask that you only book if you can commit to all six weeks of classes, in order to get the most from this opportunity. Spaces are limited and will be filled on first come first serve basis. Please find attached the flyers. Please note that you can park for free at the Allhallows car park, Brace St, Bedford MK40 1LX. It is only a short walking distance to both the venues.
Get ready to celebrate diversity at Biddenham International Culture Day on April 17th! Dress up in your traditional clothing and experience a day full of fun activities. From curated food stalls to diverse performances. Interfaith workshops to mehndi, there’s something for everyone
To take part, a £1 contribution is required via ParentPay or in person on the day. All funds raised will go to @qpcobedford. A local grassroots charity targeting the most deprived areas in Bedford. Helping to empower local people to make a difference by building bridges between communities.
We’re excited to announce that the Ukrainian Saturday School in Bedford will be delivering Motanka Doll-Making Masterclasses during the Healing Hearts Free Art Event!
What is a “Motanka”/”Мотанка”? 
Motanka’s hold timeless significance as cherished family charms in Ukrainian tradition. Originating around 5,000 years ago, these intricately knotted dolls symbolize the harmonious bond within families and the enduring connections across generations.
All resources will be provided by the Ukrainian Saturday School and registering is completely free! 
Click the links below to book your slot for the Motanka Doll Making Masterclasses, limited spaces available!
12PM: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/862094025437?aff=oddtdtcreator
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🐻 TEDDY BEAR PICNIC! 🐻🌸🧸✨
From beautiful flowers 🌷 to cute teddies 🧸, dancing, pretending to be our favourite animals 🐒🦁, practising our best bear poses 🐻 and joining in with the much-loved “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” story… there was so much fun, laughter and imagination!
And of course, we finished off our adventure with a lovely picnic 🧺🍎 — the perfect way to end such a special session!
A huge thank you to Emma from Let’s Get Going CIC for coming along and delivering such fun and engaging activities for everyone. 💕 Your energy and creativity made the day extra special!
So many smiles, happy memories and lots of little bears! 🐻❤️
Come Along next week and join our summer party!
📅 Wednesday 26th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🐻 TEDDY BEAR PICNIC! 🐻🌸🧸✨
From beautiful flowers 🌷 to cute teddies 🧸, dancing, pretending to be our favourite animals 🐒🦁, practising our best bear poses 🐻 and joining in with the much-loved “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” story… there was so much fun, laughter and imagination!
And of course, we finished off our adventure with a lovely picnic 🧺🍎 — the perfect way to end such a special session!
A huge thank you to Emma from Let’s Get Going CIC for coming along and delivering such fun and engaging activities for everyone. 💕 Your energy and creativity made the day extra special!
So many smiles, happy memories and lots of little bears! 🐻❤️
Come Along next week and join our summer party!
📅 Wednesday 26th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🧸🌸 Teddy Bear Picnic at Welcome Space! 🌸🧸
Come along and join us for a fun-filled Teddy Bear Picnic at Welcome Space! 🧺💛
Bring your favourite teddy bear along for a morning of picnic fun, games, activities and plenty of teddy-themed smiles! 🐻✨
🧸 Don’t forget your teddy!
💛 Come along, have fun.
We can’t wait to see you and your cuddly friends! 🐻💕
We’re also delighted to have Emma from Let`s Get Going CIC joining us and delivering some fantastic activities for everyone to enjoy. 🎨🎲🌈
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Wednesday 19th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🧸🌸 Teddy Bear Picnic at Welcome Space! 🌸🧸
Come along and join us for a fun-filled Teddy Bear Picnic at Welcome Space! 🧺💛
Bring your favourite teddy bear along for a morning of picnic fun, games, activities and plenty of teddy-themed smiles! 🐻✨
🧸 Don’t forget your teddy!
💛 Come along, have fun.
We can’t wait to see you and your cuddly friends! 🐻💕
We’re also delighted to have Emma from Let`s Get Going CIC joining us and delivering some fantastic activities for everyone to enjoy. 🎨🎲🌈
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Wednesday 19th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🇮🇳 Thank you to @BandhanBedford for the wonderful invitation to celebrate Indian Independence Day! 🇮🇳
Our Community Engagement Officer, Belinda, had a fantastic time meeting inspiring young award winners, enjoying brilliant performances, and tasting incredible food.
Huge well done to @BandhanBedford for hosting such a fantastic event! 👏🎉 Loved celebrating with you all!
#Community #IndependenceDay #Bedford #Celebration
🇮🇳 Thank you to @BandhanBedford for the wonderful invitation to celebrate Indian Independence Day! 🇮🇳
Our Community Engagement Officer, Belinda, had a fantastic time meeting inspiring young award winners, enjoying brilliant performances, and tasting incredible food.
Huge well done to @BandhanBedford for hosting such a fantastic event! 👏🎉 Loved celebrating with you all!
#Community #IndependenceDay #Bedford #Celebration
A massive thank you to CVS Bedfordshire on behalf of Kingsbrook & Cauldwell Big Local for kindly donating a portable defibrillator to us! 💙
Because it’s fully mobile, we can take this life-saving equipment along to our events, activities, and local group gatherings everywhere we go. Having this peace of mind on hand wherever we meet makes our whole community safer. We are so grateful for your generosity! 🏥✨
#Defibrillator #weareqpco #events #communitysupport
A massive thank you to CVS Bedfordshire on behalf of Kingsbrook & Cauldwell Big Local for kindly donating a portable defibrillator to us! 💙
Because it’s fully mobile, we can take this life-saving equipment along to our events, activities, and local group gatherings everywhere we go. Having this peace of mind on hand wherever we meet makes our whole community safer. We are so grateful for your generosity! 🏥✨
#Defibrillator #weareqpco #events #communitysupport
✨🌞 A Day of Sunshine, Creativity & Connection at the Welcome Space! 🌈
What a wonderful time we’ve had at the Welcome Space! 💛 From start to finish, the day was filled with creativity, laughter, friendship and plenty of sunshine.
🌑🎨 We got creative with solar eclipse-themed arts and crafts, making some truly brilliant creations!
🎶 We filled the space with singing and music, sharing smiles and joyful moments together.
💬☕ There were lots of warm conversations, new connections and time simply spent together.
✨🖊️ We enjoyed tattoo fun and bracelet making, with everyone getting creative and adding their own personal touch.
🏖️🏰 Outside, we built sandcastles, played, explored and enjoyed the sunshine.
🫧 And, of course… there were bubbles galore! 🫧💙
A special thank you to Dylan from Healthwatch and Amandeep from Blue Sky Carers for their lovely visit and for spending time with us. It was fantastic to have you both join us! 💙
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the Welcome Space such a warm, welcoming and joyful place to be. 💛
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 every Wednesday
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
#WelcomeSpace #Community
✨🌞 A Day of Sunshine, Creativity & Connection at the Welcome Space! 🌈
What a wonderful time we’ve had at the Welcome Space! 💛 From start to finish, the day was filled with creativity, laughter, friendship and plenty of sunshine.
🌑🎨 We got creative with solar eclipse-themed arts and crafts, making some truly brilliant creations!
🎶 We filled the space with singing and music, sharing smiles and joyful moments together.
💬☕ There were lots of warm conversations, new connections and time simply spent together.
✨🖊️ We enjoyed tattoo fun and bracelet making, with everyone getting creative and adding their own personal touch.
🏖️🏰 Outside, we built sandcastles, played, explored and enjoyed the sunshine.
🫧 And, of course… there were bubbles galore! 🫧💙
A special thank you to Dylan from Healthwatch and Amandeep from Blue Sky Carers for their lovely visit and for spending time with us. It was fantastic to have you both join us! 💙
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the Welcome Space such a warm, welcoming and joyful place to be. 💛
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 every Wednesday
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
#WelcomeSpace #Community
🌞✨ WHATS ON AT THE WELCOME SPACE! ✨🌞
🎨🌑 SOLAR ECLIPSE ARTS & CRAFTS – Something for everyone 🌑🎨
Bring the whole family, bring your creativity, and come enjoy a wonderful day of making, playing, sharing and connecting! ❤️
🎨 Get creative with our solar eclipse-inspired arts & crafts
🎲 Have fun with traditional games
☕ Enjoy refreshments & treats
💬 Meet new people and enjoy friendly conversations
🧶 Discover and share different crafts, skills and traditions
🤝 A chance to connect with our community and make new friends!
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Wednesday 12th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
✨ FREE • FAMILY FRIENDLY • CREATIVE • COMMUNITY • FUN ✨
🌞🎨 Let’s come together, get creative and make memories! 🎨🌞
Bring your imagination and enjoy an afternoon of creativity, friendship, and fun. We`d love to see you there! 💖
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
PLEASE SHARE & SPREAD THE WORD! ❤️
🌞✨ WHATS ON AT THE WELCOME SPACE! ✨🌞
🎨🌑 SOLAR ECLIPSE ARTS & CRAFTS – Something for everyone 🌑🎨
Bring the whole family, bring your creativity, and come enjoy a wonderful day of making, playing, sharing and connecting! ❤️
🎨 Get creative with our solar eclipse-inspired arts & crafts
🎲 Have fun with traditional games
☕ Enjoy refreshments & treats
💬 Meet new people and enjoy friendly conversations
🧶 Discover and share different crafts, skills and traditions
🤝 A chance to connect with our community and make new friends!
🌟 Come along, have a go, share a skill, learn something new and enjoy the atmosphere!
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Wednesday 12th August
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in
✨ FREE • FAMILY FRIENDLY • CREATIVE • COMMUNITY • FUN ✨
🌞🎨 Let’s come together, get creative and make memories! 🎨🌞
Bring your imagination and enjoy an afternoon of creativity, friendship, and fun. We`d love to see you there! 💖
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
PLEASE SHARE & SPREAD THE WORD! ❤️
✨ What a wonderful time we had yesterday! ✨
Our attendees got wonderfully creative, using a variety of materials to make beautiful pictures, each one as unique as the person who created it. 🎨🖌️
The fun didn`t stop there—we enjoyed delicious refreshments, there was singing together, shared plenty of smiles and laughter, and finished the session by making colourful friendship bracelets. 🎶☕💖
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a warm, creative, and joyful day. We can`t wait to see you all again at our next session!
🌟 Fancy joining us? We`d love to welcome you! Come along every Wednesday from 1:00 pm–5:00 pm at the Bhagwan Valmiki Community Centre and join in the fun. Whether you enjoy arts and crafts, meeting new people, or simply spending time in a friendly and supportive atmosphere, there`s something for everyone.
We look forward to seeing you! 💙
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
✨ What a wonderful time we had yesterday! ✨
Our attendees got wonderfully creative, using a variety of materials to make beautiful pictures, each one as unique as the person who created it. 🎨🖌️
The fun didn`t stop there—we enjoyed delicious refreshments, there was singing together, shared plenty of smiles and laughter, and finished the session by making colourful friendship bracelets. 🎶☕💖
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a warm, creative, and joyful day. We can`t wait to see you all again at our next session!
🌟 Fancy joining us? We`d love to welcome you! Come along every Wednesday from 1:00 pm–5:00 pm at the Bhagwan Valmiki Community Centre and join in the fun. Whether you enjoy arts and crafts, meeting new people, or simply spending time in a friendly and supportive atmosphere, there`s something for everyone.
We look forward to seeing you! 💙
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the The Connolly Foundation UK.
🌸🌼 All Things Bright & Beautiful 🌼🌸
Come along and get creative with us at Welcoming Space!
💐 Flower Collages
🎨 Flower Art
✂️ Creative Crafts
🌺 A relaxed, friendly space to create, chat, and make something beautiful.
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Every Wednesday
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in!
Bring your imagination and enjoy an afternoon of creativity, friendship, and fun. We`d love to see you there! 💖
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the Connolly Foundation.
🌸🌼 All Things Bright & Beautiful 🌼🌸
Come along and get creative with us at Welcoming Space!
💐 Flower Collages
🎨 Flower Art
✂️ Creative Crafts
🌺 A relaxed, friendly space to create, chat, and make something beautiful.
🌞 FREE Summer Activity
📅 Every Wednesday
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
🌈 Open to Everyone
✨ No booking needed – just drop in!
Bring your imagination and enjoy an afternoon of creativity, friendship, and fun. We`d love to see you there! 💖
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and managed by the Connolly Foundation.
