Duke of Ed  Volunteers 

freshly made for the birds.
Our D of E boys made their own bird feeders stuffed full of suet, seeds, dries fruit and Meal Worms. Much appreciated by our feathered friends in this cold weather.

Art Exhibition

James Jenkins' artwork and Ericca Rochard's photographs have proved very popular 

(and thought provoking) at the Riverside  .

The exhibition runs until December 21st.

Don't miss it!

Pontardawe Then & Now

Pontardawe Then & Now

A fascinating talk and slide show by local historian Keri Thomas attracted nearly 20 people to Riverside. It was truly amazing to see how the town had changed over such a short time. It was also amazing how many of the local architectural structures of note were not recognized, often because they were above eye level.

We hope keri will give another of his shows in the new year.

NPT Award

Winners, again !

The Neath Port Talbot Environmental Forum held their annual awards ceremony last Friday. Riverside were again winners. 

This year Riverside won the Action for Wildlife category and the Trophy now sits proudly beside the Environmental Project of the Year Award won in 2011.

Riverside Star Party

Riverside's first star party was well attended and a great success.

Ian Glendenning gave a fascinating and well illustrated talk on the Solar System.

The weather wasn't particularly good but still allowed everybody ample opportunity to use the three astronomical telescopes to view the moon.

Our next Star Party will be on February 7th.

New from Riverside !

Starting next week

Every Monday

Coffee Morning

Start the week in style.

Drop into Riverside for a refreshing cup of tea or coffee.

Each week we aim to have a display or demonstration for your entertainment.

10 am – 12 noon, voluntary donation.

Every Wednesday

Ramble with Riverside

Wednesday walk with the Riverside Ramblers

A gentle, level circular walk from the Riverside. Children and dogs welcome. Normally between 1 and 2 hours duration. Free.

Meet at the Centre at 11 am.

Sunday stroll with the Riverside Ramblers

First Sunday in every month starting in December.

A (slightly) longer and more challenging circular walk starting from the Riverside at 9.30 am..

Details will be posted here the week before.

Children and dogs welcome. Free.

Halloween

Shrieks of laughter and screams of delight filled the air at the Riverside on our Halloween night. A ghostly walk in the dark was followed by various games and crafts.

Werewolves, witches, hobgoblins and other fearsome and frightening creatures invaded the Centre and demolished huge stocks of hot dogs and ghoulish snacks.

Great fun was had by all and the staff survived to organise another day.