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Community Love: Belonging Beyond Valentine’s Day

A few words from The Chairman


As we enter Valentine’s week, we’re reminded that love doesn’t belong to just one shape, one couple, or one moment. Love lives in community — in care, support, and showing up for one another.


When we don’t realise we are loved, we can act from a place of doubt or loneliness. But together, we remind each other: we are seen, we are valued, and we matter.

Valentine’s Day may centre on couples, but community is where connection grows — where friendship, chosen family, and shared kindness hold us steady.


If you’re spending this Valentine’s on your own, know this: you are part of something bigger. You are loved


Mark

Chairman



Blogger's final notes

This week, Weston-super-Mare is hosting a number of LGBTQIA+ friendly events — offering chances to connect, share space, and feel part of something affirming. If you’ve been thinking about stepping out, this could be a lovely time to do so.


And if not, that’s okay too. Community doesn’t disappear when we need rest. It’s still here, holding space for you.


Wednesday 11th February

Friday 13th February

  • PHC Karaoke, Midland Hotel from 8pm

  • Trans+ Drop-in - The Wonky House between 3-5pm

  • The Complete Works of Jane Austen – Front Room between 7:30-9:30pm

Sunday 15th February


Looking ahead on community meet-ups

  • Sunday 1st March 2026, 3:30-5:30pm The Aro/Ace Social @ Wells Wetherspoons Pub, BA51SY

  • Saturday 14th March 2026, from 11:30am Queer by The Pier Brunch @ Brunello Lounge


As always, you’re welcome to come along exactly as you are — with friends, or on your own.

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