Events & Campaigns - August, 2021

Cycle to Work Day

Thu, 5th Aug 2021

Leicester City Council and Leicestershire County Council encourage you to join people across Leicester and take part in this year’s Cycle to Work Day, Thursday 5th August 2021.

Introduction to Financial Management for Charities

Thu, 5th Aug 2021 (10:00 - 12:00)

Are you a new trustee, a charity founder or an aspiring finance officer or maybe someone who handles the administration of finances for your organisation. If you need to make sense of accounts and reporting, or maybe just want a quick refresh on charity finance then this training is for you.

Marketing Strategy in Practice

Thu, 5th Aug 2021 (13:00 - 16:00)

This stimulating workshop guides you through each step of the process of developing your own strategic and tactical marketing plan, to increase your competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Festival of Stories

Sat, 7th Aug 2021 - Sun, 22nd Aug 2021 (10:30 - 12:30)

Various

Everyone enjoys sharing stories, and the Festival of Stories, created by Leicestershire County Council’s participation and libraries teams, is all about bringing families and friends together throughout the summer holidays to be inspired, to create, and to enjoy themselves.

Adult Dinghy Sailing: RYA Level 1 & 2 - 6 weeks

Multiple Dates

North Watermead Park, LRYSA Site, Wanlip Road, Syston, Leicestershire, LE7 1PD

RYA Accredited Sailing Course
Level 1&2 Adults

Webinar to explain new service supporting levy transfers

Wed, 11th Aug 2021 (10:00 - 11:00)

Find out how Apprenticeships are making it easier for employers to transfer and secure funds for apprenticeships

Find out more by joining the Apprenticeships webinar on 11 August, 10am to 11am.

Festival of Sport

Sat, 14th Aug 2021 - Sun, 15th Aug 2021

Get up and get active by taking part in I Am Team GB this summer!

Vuelta a España (The Tour of Spain)

Sat, 14th Aug 2021 - Sun, 5th Sep 2021

The 2021 Vuelta a España (The Tour of Spain) will take place between the 14th August - 5th September.

Adult Dinghy Sailing: RYA Level 1 & 2 - 6 weeks

Multiple Dates

North Watermead Park, LRYSA Site, Wanlip Road, Syston, Leicestershire, LE7 1PD

RYA Accredited Sailing Course
Level 1&2 Adults

Royal Life Saving Society Open Water Swimming Life Saving Session

Sun, 15th Aug 2021 (10:00 - 13:00)

Bosworth Water Park, Wellsborough Road, Market Bosworth, CV13 6PD

Regularly in bodies of open water for swimming or events? Would you know how to spot the signs that you or someone else in the water needs urgent help?

Get booked on to a Royal Life Saving Society run Open Water Swimming Life Saving essential skills session this summer.

Leading your Team to the Next Level Through Effective Performance Management

Mon, 16th Aug 2021 (13:00 - 16:00)

Managing the performance of team members is key to keeping them engaged, motivated and ultimately delivering your business goals. In this workshop you will hear about best practice in the performance management of both teams and individuals that may be working remotely or in the same office. You will leave with the tools, skills and online applications which will take your team to a new level of performance whilst giving your business a competitive edge.

Crowdfund Sport LIVE + Learn: Introduction to Crowdfunding

Tue, 17th Aug 2021 (12:30 - 13:00)

Learn how to crowdfund for your sports organisation.

Leicestershire Chase The Sun 5k, 10k & 1

Thu, 19th Aug 2021

Prestwold Hall, Prestwold Hall, Prestwold, Loughborough, LE12 5SQ

AIG Women's Open

Thu, 19th Aug 2021 - Sun, 22nd Aug 2021

Carnoustie Golf Links

The AIG Women's Open will take place at Carnoustie- Angus, Scotland between 19th August- 22nd August.

Emergency First Aid in Sport

Sat, 21st Aug 2021 (09:00 - 16:00)

Leicester-Shire & Rutland Sport, SportPark, 3 Oakwood Drive, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3QF

This course is aimed at those who are involved in sporting activities and may need to administer basic first aid. Delivered by sports and trauma medical specialists and national sports coach educator.

Leicester's Big 10k

Sun, 22nd Aug 2021

Abbey Park, Abbey Park, Abbey Park Road, Leicester, LE4 5AQ

This beautiful and flat 10k race takes place in the stunning Abbey Park. Join hundreds of runners as they try for a PB around this wicked route, or give their first 10k a try. Come for a bespoke medal, great atmosphere, and fun day out!

Starting in Business | 3 Day Online Programme

Multiple Dates

Whatever business you dream of starting this programme can help you to transform your idea into a business and support you with a fantastic package of training and funding.

Dates: 23rd, 24th and 31st August 9.30-4.30 Online Programme

Tokyo Paralympic Games 2020

Tue, 24th Aug 2021 - Sun, 5th Sep 2021

Olympic Stadium, Tokyo

The Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020 will be celebrated from 24th August to 5th September 2021.

Race Rapid Mallory Triathlon Centre - Official Opening and BBQ

Wed, 25th Aug 2021 (18:00 - 19:30)

Mallory Park, Church Road Kirby Mallory, Leicestershire, LE9 7QE

Our triathlon centre is now complete and ready to open! Come and join us to celebrate this season, the tri centre opening or just to get together with some like minded folk.

Make the switch from Paper to Digital with Microsoft 365

Thu, 26th Aug 2021 (13:00 - 14:00)

Two-Part Action Planning Workshop

Do you need help to get started with making the switch from paper-based systems and processes?
Join us for this introductory workshop that will cover the foundations of how you can use your Microsoft 365 tools to standardise and automate day-to-day business processes, and how you can also use Microsoft as your document management system.

26 August 2021: 1pm - 4pm & 2 September: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Webinar - Online