Hello Peeps. What an amazing year it has been. Thank you for making our community centre a part of your lifestyle and we are grateful for the generous amounts of support we`ve recieved. Without further ado, let`s have a look below for information of exciting activities taking place this week at The Mill and don`t miss the FREE Children`s taster Spanish class on Saturday 12th January. Feel free to call us on 020 85213211 for further details and the Calender is always here for those who want to find out what`s happening at The Mill a few weeks ahead!!!!! :0)
Tuesday 8th January
Walthamstow in Perspective
Exhibition of 50 Photographs by Duncan Holmes – exploring details of old and new buildings which make Walthamstow the unique and characterful place it is. A celebration of local urban architecture.
10:30 – 11:00 Music with Jo and her Cello
Music with Jo and her Cello is an enjoyable interactive music session for 3 months to 3 years. Sessions contain action songs and nursery rhymes specially adapted 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.
19:15 – 20:45 Yoga
Due to the popularity of Wednesday’s class there is now an additional class on Tuesdays!
Wednesday 9th January
Walthamstow in Perspective
Exhibition of 50 Photographs by Duncan Holmes – exploring details of old and new buildings which make Walthamstow the unique and characterful place it is. A celebration of local urban architecture.
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.
12:00 – 13:30 English Conversation Group
Gain confidence in spoken English with Adele Tinman. All nationalities welcome.
13:00 – 17:00 Waltham Forest Advice Surgery
This is an opportunity for residents to access Waltham Forest Direct services at The Mill. A generalist advisor will be available to: – Guide customer to make their own application for Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit and Free School Meals using the Council internet e-claim forms as well as reporting a Change in Circumstance using the e-form. Provide general information about all these benefits and guide customers to use the Council website to get further information on benefits including estimates on benefit entitlement using the Benefit Calculator. Advise customers on the information that needs to be provided to support their benefit claim. Photocopy evidence to support claim already made and verify documents. Council Tax enquiries, logging street service requests and giving general information about Council services Appointments will also be offered with a specialist advisor from 12th December and will be made by the generalist advisor as required. Appointments will be made for residents who: Have already submitted a New claim for HB/CTB and/or Free School meals or have already submitted a Change in Circumstance (e.g. there is a change of address).
18:30 -20:00 Knitting Drop-in Session
For experienced knitters or the complete novice. Support and teaching where required. Everyone welcome.
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
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 10th January
Walthamstow in Perspective
Exhibition of 50 Photographs by Duncan Holmes – exploring details of old and new buildings which make Walthamstow the unique and characterful place it is. A celebration of local urban architecture.
15:00 – 16:00 Young Start Up
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
15:30 – 16:45 Children`s Craft Sessions
Every Thursday starting 15th November. Suggested donation £2 towards materials and The Mill, reduced rate for siblings. Session will consist of collage, card making and general art activities, come and have fun!
17:00 – 18:30 Kids Creative Workshop
Animation 3 (3 of 4) with Eddy 5.00 – 5.40
Blogging 3 (3 of 4) with Zain 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. THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL.
18:00 – 21:00 Information meeting on Polish Project.
Interested in Polish heritage and culture? Interested in the history of immigration? Living or working in Waltham Forest? A project to document the history of migration from Poland to Waltham Forest is being planned. We want you to take part! To find out more and get involved drop in to our free event anytime between 6pm and 9pm on 10th Jan at The Mill, E17.
Exhibition of 50 Photographs by Duncan Holmes – exploring details of old and new buildings which make Walthamstow the unique and characterful place it is. A celebration of local urban architecture.12:00 Knitting Group
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.
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.
50 Photographs by Duncan Holmes – exploring details of old and new buildings which make Walthamstow the unique and characterful place it is. A celebration of local urban architecture.
10:00 – 10:50 Grow Your Own Theatre – Drama 3-5 yr olds
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.
11:00 – 11:50 Grow Your Own Theatre – Drama 5-8 yr olds
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.
These classes are for beginners and those who want to improve (of any age) and you will learn how to ask for information, get around, order food and drink and start basic conversations. I am a native Spanish speaker, with a teaching qualification from the UK, so why not enrol! The cost is £6 per session (6 week terrm 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 on 07709937543 or e-mail: roxanaspanish@yahoo.co.uk.
For more information or to enrol please contact: Roxana on 07709937543 or e-mail: roxanaspanish@y
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
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!