Here are some pictures from our Play Street yesterday on Upper West Grove. Over the time we estimate between 40 and 50 children and about 30 adults came and joined in sharing food, chatting, playing games, making things and generally having a good time together as neighbours. It stayed dry for most of the afternoon, but not quite all!

Big thanks to everyone who contributed to the Bring & Share meal, which festured some really lovely food. Thanks for support from Manchester City Council, Biffa, MSA, MSV and thanks to our craft worker, face painters and M13 Youth Project workers.

To make the street cleaner and safer we picked up litter and other rubbish in the morning - thanks to those who came to help.

After last week's Play Street on South Grove, don't forget we have another one! Wednesday 1:30 to 3:30pm on Upper West Grove Play. The street will be cleared of cars and traffic, leaving it free for crafts, games, face painting, stalls and Bring & Share food. There will also be goody-bags from local housing provider MSV (thank you).  ​Spread the word!

​Everyone welcome. If anyone can come early or stay afterwards to help set up then clear up, your help will be much appreciated!

​Plus litter-pick 11:30 to 12:30 to make it cleaner and safer for the children.

We can now confirm not just one but TWO Play Street days on the Groves this month! Fun and games and activities for the children and a chance to enjoy refreshments and chat for us all.

• Monday 19th on South Grove from 12-3pm, organised by Manchester Active
• Wednesday 28th on Upper West Grove from 1:30-3:30pm, organised by residents with support from Manchester City council and others. Food is by 'Bring & Share' from residents – bring some home cooking and baking to share with your neighbours!

There are more details of both of these events and other play activities in the area in our latest newsletter recently posted through your door. Or download a copy here. 

More photos from last year's Play Street here.