The Mill is a fun-packed community centre with many activities catered for all ages. Want to play chess or learn how to play a guitar? Or do you want some Art Therapy or do you want to learn about Herbs? Are you over 60 and want to recharge your batteries? Do you want to learn Spanish or become a little budding Actor/Actress? Are you a mother wanting your little one to engage in some music? Then what are you waiting for? Look below for all the details of the above activities taking place her at The Mill and come along!! For further information please call 020 85213211.
Tuesday 6th Nov
A Year at the Mill
A chance to be reminded of the exhibitions and activities that have taken place in the Mill’s first year. What a lot of talent in Walthamstow and what a lot we packed in!
10:30 – 12:00 Young Start Up
This is a seven week, part time, free course for young people 27 years or younger and who are unemployed and resident of Waltham Forest.This course will motivate you to not just talk about your brilliant business idea but give you the information, tools and support to get started. It is practical – getting you to take the first steps between sessions. The idea of business will be covered from different angles in an interactive and fun way.The workshops will be taking place at the Mill from October. Please do get in touch if you want to enrol or find out more – contact Nicky on 07938 734871.
10:30 – 11:00 Music with Jo and her Cello
Interactive music session for ages 3 months to 3 years parents/carers. Sessions contain action songs and nursery rhymes, engaging activities to support listening skills, exploring and playing instruments with live cello, fun music and movement, interesting vocal sounds and stimulating multi sensory activities. call/text 07757 490 351 www.jo-annecox.com £3.00 per family
12:15 – 13-15 Recycled Teenagers Fitness Session
Are you over 60? Then join the group and get fit and healthy.
15:00 – 17:00 Social Spider Training Event :TNBG to Social Finance
Call us for more information on 020 85213211
16:00 – 19:00 Grow Your Own Theatre
16:00 to 17:15 (Theatremakers) 9-11 years
17:30 to 19:00(Youth Theatre) 11-15 years
For more info T: 07541 082552 E: sarah@growyouro
Wednesday 7th October
A Year at the Mill
A chance to be reminded of the exhibitions and activities that have taken place in the Mill’s first year. What a lot of talent in Walthamstow and what a lot we packed in!
10:00 – 11:15 Parent and Baby Yoga
Babies 6 weeks – 1 year. £8 per session or £42 for 6 classes please book in advance as space is limited to make a booking or for more details please contact Sam Syer on 07783 658883 or email : sam_73@ntlworld.com
10:30 – 12:30 Basic 1-2-1 Computer Skill Training
Book your session at reception. Call 0208 521 3211 for more details.
11:15 – 13:00 Young Start Up
This is a seven week, part time, free course for young people 27 years or younger and who are unemployed and resident of Waltham Forest This course will motivate you to not just talk about your brilliant business idea but give you the information, tools and support to get started. It is practical – getting you to take the first steps between sessions. The idea of business will be covered from different angles in an interactive and fun way. The workshops will be taking place at the Mill from October. Please do get in touch if you want to enrol or find out more – contact Nicky on 07938 734871
12:00 – 13:30 English Conversation Group
Improve your spoken English with Adele. All nationalities and abilities welcome, working together in a small group . For more information or to book a place leave your details at reception.
17:00 – 18:30 Kids Creative Workshop
Music Theory session 1 (1st of 4) with Emma 5 – 5.40
Drama session 1 (1st of 4) with Hollie 5.50 – 6.30.
The Kid’s Creative Workshop is for kids 10 – 14 and is run by a group of 12 – 14 year olds.
There are 4 topics – which alternate 2 per week. Music Theory -Emma; Drama-Hollie Blogging – Zain; Animation – Edwyn. You can do all 4 topics or just pick one. There are very limited spaces – of 4 kids per topic ,per session. please leave your details at the Mill – 020 8521 3211.
18:30 – 20:00 Knitting Drop-in Session
Do you enjoy knitting or do you want to learn how to knit? Join us and have fun!! Call 020 8521 3211 for more details.
19:15 – 20:45 Yoga
Open levels. £10 per session / £54 for 6 sessions please book in advance as space is limited to make a booking or for more details please contact Sam Syer on 07783 658883 or email : sam_73@ntlworld.com
20:00 – 21:00 English Conversation Group
Improve your spoken English with Adele. All nationalities and abilities welcome, working together in a small group . For more information or to book a place leave your details at reception.
Thursday 8th Nov
A Year at the Mill
A chance to be reminded of the exhibitions and activities that have taken place in the Mill’s first year. What a lot of talent in Walthamstow and what a lot we packed in!
10:00 – 11:30 Art Therapy Session
Drawing on your natural creative processes with the guidance of the Art Therapist, you produce a piece of work in each session. With the support of other group members, you can find helpful meanings in what you make. Teresa Webb, M.Ed The Arts in Therapy and Education and qualified Counsellor with 20 years experience
10:30 – 12:30 Young Start Up
This is a seven week, part time, free course for young people 27 years or younger and who are unemployed and resident of Waltham Forest.This course will motivate you to not just talk about your brilliant business idea but give you the information, tools and support to get started. It is practical – getting you to take the first steps between sessions. The idea of business will be covered from different angles in an interactive and fun way.The workshops will be taking place at the Mill from October. Please do get in touch if you want to enrol or find out more – contact Nicky on 07938 734871
12:00 – 14:00 Asian Womens Support Group
Come in and make some friends and learn a skill or two!!
14:00 – 17:00 Screens in the Wild
Call us for more information 020 85213211.
14:30 – 17:30 Social Spider Training Event : Where`s the money in mental health?
Call us for more information 020 85213211.
Friday 9th Nov
A Year at the Mill
A chance to be reminded of the exhibitions and activities that have taken place in the Mill’s first year. What a lot of talent in Walthamstow and what a lot we packed in!
10:00 – 12:00 Knitting Group
The Mill Community space knitting group meets every Friday from 10am to 12 noon. For experienced knitters or the complete novice. Support and teaching where required. Everyone welcome.
Wriggly Rhythms : start time 10:15
Wriggly Rhythms is a group for babies and toddlers who want to sing with their parents and carers. During a 45 minute session, they will get the opportunity to sing songs, shake shakers, meet puppets, dance, listen and, of course, sing. A variety of songs from traditional nursery rhymes and counting songs to less familiar songs around themes that change every half term. Lots of repetition provides familiarity and a good foundation for learning while, for parents, it’s the opportunity to learn new songs to sing at home of dust off your memories to keep the traditional rhymes alive. Call Ailsa on 07882 409370. £3.50 per session.
12:00 – 14:00 Herbal Medicine Workshop
Come learn about the magic of herbs: · Herblore, plant recognition & gathering; our local herbs and their seasons and habitats · Simple home remedies and how to use medicinal plants to support your health and wellbeing · Making your own herbal preparations – practical sessions · The place of herbs in our lives! To find out more/book a place, contact Rasheeqa on 07784 506 494 or email hedgeherbs@gmail.com. £5 per session or £20 for whole course if booked in advance Workshops are run by qualified medical herbalist Rasheeqa Ahmad, Hedge Herbs – www.hedgeherbs.wordpress.com www.facebook.com/HedgeHerbs
Saturday 10th Nov
A Year at the Mill
A chance to be reminded of the exhibitions and activities that have taken place in the Mill’s first year. What a lot of talent in Walthamstow and what a lot we packed in!
10:00 – 10:50 ( for 3-5 yr olds)
11:00 – 11: 50 ( for 5-7 yr olds )
Grow your own Theatre
Sleepy Sheepy Dreams Children take part in a making activity, then use their creation to inspire their very own stories. Parents/carers are welcome to leave their children with us and come back to share our mini show at the end. Call Sarah to book: 07541 082552. Tickets £6 each or £20 for four classes.
12:00 – 14:00 Maths, Science and English Tuition GCSE/ A`LEVEL
Professional UK Tutors Exam preparation for Key stage 2 / 3 , GCSE and A’levels Targeting A* Come and learn in a friendly and relaxed environment under the supervision of professional and experienced teachers To book or for further info please contact : 07568 558461 or 07536 866662
12:00 – 14:00 Visually Impaired Youth Peer and Social Group
Two Yoga Sessions – tbc.
14:00 – 15:00 Spanish for you
Spanish is a fun and easy language to learn. This course is aimed at beginners and improvers (of any age) and you will learn how to ask for information, get around, order food and drink and start basic conversations. The class will run on Saturdays 2-4pm. I am a native Spanish speaker, with a teaching qualification from the UK, so why not enrol! The cost is £10 per session (term payable in advance). If you are not sure you are welcome to come along to a class and try it out. For more information or to enrol please contact: Roxana The Mill Phone: 07709937543 7-11 Coppermill Lane, Walthamstow E17 7HA e-mail: roxanaspanish@yahoo.co.uk Phone: 020 8521 3211 e-mail: info@themill-coppermill.org.
Sunday 11th Nov
A Year at The Mill
A chance to be reminded of the exhibitions and activities that have taken place in the Mill’s first year. What a lot of talent in Walthamstow and what a lot we packed in !
11:00 – 13:00 Chess at The Mill
Who is it aimed at? Beginners and improvers – Everyone is welcome! Aged from 11 years upwards When? Every Sunday from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Starts: 1 April 2012 What to pay? Minimum donation £2 (towards The Mill) What to bring? A few chess sets would be available, but please bring your own set – if you have one! See you there!
11:00 – 12:00 Homework Club for young people
The Homework Club forms a part of the Salaam Peace Positive Routes Waltham Forest Project funded by the WF Youth Offer. The aim of the homework club is to provide a safe and appropriate environment for local Young People to use. A tutor is provided and access to lap-tops. Young People turn up with any homework and are given support to develop their skills and knowledge. For more information on this and to join the homework club email sab@salaampeace.org
12:00 – 13:00 Guitar Lessons : Beginners
Sevan Peace is a friendly approachable tutor with four years teaching experience,offering a unique ability to play with other guitarists of a similar level. Classes are organised into abillity and cost £10 per session. You’ll need a guitar, other useful yet not compulsory accesories would include a tuner, metronome, and picks. For further details contact Sevan on 07827 404740 or email him at sevanpeace@btinternet.com
13:00 – 14:00 Guitar Lessons : Intermediate
Sevan Peace is a friendly approachable tutor with four years teaching experience,offering a unique ability to play with other guitarists of a similar level. Classes are organised into abillity and cost £10 per session. You’ll need a guitar, other useful yet not compulsory accesories would include a tuner, metronome, and picks. For further details contact Sevan on 07827 404740 or email him at sevanpeace@btinternet.com