What have we been doing in our local community this month?
Tom Owen and Son Funeral Director are proud to be part of the North Wales community. We are dedicated to supporting our local community in a variety of ways, here is what we have been up to in November 2023 in Llandudno and the surrounding areas of Colwyn Bay and Conwy.
Kelly at Llandudno Remembrance Parade in Llandudno in November 2023
Getting involved in the local communities of Llandudno, Colwyn Bay and Conwy or attending charity events is a key part of our Corporate Social Responsibility programme at Tom Owen and Son. We believe being an integral part of our community is incredibly important to us as a business to allow us to give back.
Bulb Planting at Llandudno Hospital with Llandudno and District Rotary
On Saturday 4 November 2023, Tristan and Kelly Owen joined in with several other volunteers, to help plant 6,000 daffodil bulbs at Llandudno Hospital. This was undertaken as part of Llandudno Rotary. Thanks to a concerted effort, we were able to finish the project 2 weeks ahead of schedule!
Age Inclusive Recruitment webinar with Business in the Community
Kelly joined a group of companies, to attend an Age Inclusive Recruitment webinar hosted by Business in the Community and Hays Recruitment on Tuesday 7 November 2023.
It was an interesting webinar, discussing the benefits of inclusive recruitment and removing any unconscious bias regarding recruitment. There were lots of hints and tips available. This is something we believe, as a funeral director based in the local community, to ensure that we don't discriminate against any colleagues, regardless of their age.
Myths about interacting with bereaved people
Thanks to our online tribute provider, Much Loved, we joined a webinar on Wednesday 8 November 2023, that Dr John Wilson explored six myths about bereavement. It was an interesting webinar.
FOM's Magic Bar Live
On Wednesday 8 November 2023, both Tristan and Kelly headed out with the Friends of Mostyn Street (FOMS) to clean up the area near the cenotaph, ahead of Remembrance Sunday. This was then followed by an invitation to join them at the Magic Bar Live as a thank you to the Friends of Mostyn Street for the work done in Llandudno.
Llandudno Remembrance Parade 2023
On Sunday 12 November 2023, Kelly and Tristan Owen and their colleague, Chris Lea, all attended the Remembrance Parade in Llandudno. Kelly joined the Blind Veterans Centre, to assist a 98 year old to lay a wreath on behalf of the armed forces, Tristan laid a wreath as President of Rotary Llandudno and Chris Lea laid the wreath on behalf of Tom Owen and Son, a traditional going back many many years.
This event is a very special one for us to be involved in and we were pleased to see so many people lining the promenade on the day, despite the torrential rain!
Following the parade to the Cenotaph, Kelly joined the veterans and staff back at the Llandudno Centre for a spot of lunch and a chat (while everyone dried off and warmed back up!). The centre is a fantastic facility, and we are privileged to have the charity based in our home town.
NWBC Dinner with John Foster at Kinmel Hotel and Spa
On Thursday 16 November 2023, the team attended a Black Tie Dinner with the North Wales Business Club at The Kinmel. We were pleased to hear from John Foster Chief Policy and Campaigns Officer for the Confederation of British Industry, during the evening, who discussed his role as a Special Adviser in the Coalition Government, including in the Cabinet Office as the Deputy Prime Minister’s Director of Policy Implementation and Innovations and in HMT as Special Adviser to the Chief Secretary to the Treasury.
Rhos on Sea Rotary Charter Night
On Friday 17th November 2023, we were invited to attend the Rhos on Sea Rotary Club Charter Night at Colwyn Bay Cricket Club. It was a lovely evening, where we got to hear from one of the London 2012 volunteers.
Llandudno Extravaganza November 2023
On Saturday 18 November 2023, Kelly joined the Rock Choir North Wales to open the main stage for the day, at the Llandudno Extravaganza.
Wreath making
On Friday 24 November 2023, Kelly attended a wreath making workshop at Natalya's Home Story in Llandudno. A small group displayed their creative flair and got in to the festive spirit. It's great to be able to support other local small businesses.
Mental Elf Run with Conwy Mind
On Sunday 26 November 2023, Kelly joined with other Rockies to cheer on the runners at the first ever Mental Elf run for Conwy Mind at Stadiwm CSM.
As a keen supporter of mental health charities, this was a very poignant concert for Kelly to take part in.
Tree of Lights : Rhos on Sea
On Sunday 26 November, some of the team headed to the Tree of Lights switch on at Rhos on Sea, in association with Rhos Rotary and St David's Hospice. The Tree of Lights is a special time for families and friends to come together to remember someone they have lost and a beautiful memorial.
Everyone's Talking about Jamie
On Tuesday 28th November, Kelly joined her fellow Llandudno Soroptimists to watch Everyone's Talking about Jamie at Venue Cymru. A fantastic performance by the cast, resulting in a standing ovation at the end!
