What’s on your ‘to do list’ this week? Why not come along to The Mill? Whenever we are open – see opening hours elsewhere on this website – you can call in to:
- Use the honesty library (a great selection of books donated by local residents which you can take away to read, and then return or not … we don’t check!)
- View the latest art exhibition on the walls of our ‘living room’
- Make a cuppa (tea and coffee supplies are available for a small donation of 50p)
- Bring your little ones to enjoy all the toys in the Childrens’ Playroom, or
- Just come in for a chat – there’s always someone on the reception desk to welcome you.
The Mill also organises events and activities for the local community, and provides space for others to run their own events and activities. Below are details of what’s happening in the week beginning Monday 25 April.
All information is as given by the organisers and contact details are given so you can find out more.
All week whenever we are open – Sketched & Drawn – latest exhibition
Walthamstow residents of all ages have been invited to show their sketches and drawings for our latest exhibition which has been co-ordinated by local artist Jason Hawkridge. The exhibition will continue until 21 May. So, do drop in to The Mill whenever we are open(check opening times elsewhere on the website) and view the artworks on the walls of the living room. To find out more about exhibitions at The Mill contact artworks@themill-coppermill.org.
Monday 25 April
- 7pm-9pm Make Your Mark
Escape from the daily rigours of life and disconnect from smartphones, tablets and computers and join Make Your Mark, a 5-week drawing course for all abilities, where you can relax, learn, focus and engage with your creative side. The sessions will be led by artist Jason Hawkridge and will take place at The Mill and the back room of The Chequers on alternate weeks. Cost £50 for a five-week course. Contact Jason for information about how to join the group and whether it will be at The Mill or The Chequers: jasonhawkridge@yahoo.co.uk 07786495005
Tuesday 26 April
- 10.30am-1pm Tales from The Marsh for Older Adults**
Using drama, games, storytelling, creative writing and craft, we will explore your oral history stories of the local neighbourhood. Through the workshops you will generate material for a performance and exhibition to take place this summer on the marsh and in The Mill. You are invited to co-create the work, inputting your ideas around what and how you want your memories to be presented. There are many roles you might want take on in the production, from recording stories to making props, performing or writing text.
Tales from the Marsh is part of a research project supervised under the Drama and History departments at Royal Holloway University of London. It is funded through a Waltham Forest Arts Development Grant and a Royal Holloway University of London research scholarship. Places are limited so please contact workshop facilitator, Siobhan O’Neill for further information or to book a place. Call 0798 951 9522 or email Siobhan.ONeill.2014@live.rhul.ac.uk
** A series of workshops for Mothers & Daughters starts on Saturday 30 April – see below …
- 4pm-7pm – Community Acupuncture Clinic
This community clinic offers low cost, highly effective and professional acupuncture treatments making treatments aff ordable to everyone without compromising on quality and care in a calm and relaxing multi-bed clinic setting. Patients receive treatments in small groups in comfortable reclining chairs or massage tables distributed in the same room. You decide what you can afford on a sliding scale between £20-£40. No income verification or questions asked. Bookings are by appointment only and there are limited spaces, so to book an appointment visit: www.daonuacupuncture.com or phone: 07809211013.
Wednesday 27 April
- 12pm-2pm Laughter Club
Meets weekly and is for people to socialise and make new friends and enjoy pleasant company. Set up originally for people who are on employment support allowance on the work programme with SEETEC, but others are welcome. For more information contact Julie: julie.ayres@twist.co.uk or 07521 945 701
- 2pm-2.30pm Mindfulness Training
Robert Beard has been training in mindfulness practice for over 30 years. He is offering a drop-in taster session on Wednesdays at which consists of a lead practice called ‘bringing the senses home’. It last for half an hour with a prompt start time and a brief introduction to the nature of mindfulness. Attendance by donation (suggested minimum £5).
- 6.30pm-8pm Knitting Drop-In
Suitable for experienced knitters or the complete beginner. Support and teaching where required. Everyone welcome for £1 donation. For more information email knitmillers@gmail.com, or just come along.
- 7pm-8pm Evening Relaxation Guided Meditation
Join Natalie France on a monthly basis for an Evening Relaxation Guided Meditation session. This is a non-religious Meditation which focuses on breathing, calming the mind and releasing any stress and tension from the body. There will be time at the end of the session to reflect on your experience. Feel free to bring a cushion or folded blanket to sit on for extra comfort. You may also wish to take notes at the end of the session so please bring paper/pens too. Please consult your doctor prior to booking a meditation session if you are currently on medication, have a major illness or any other medical conditions. And note that this session is not suitable if you suffer from epilepsy and/or are pregnant women. Price: £11.50. Limited space, so please book online: http://natalie-france.com/events (if you do not attend, payment is not refundable)
Thursday 28 April
- 12pm-2pm Asian Women’s Support Group
A regular, weekly, group for Asian women to socialise and learn skills.
For more information contact Amarjit: amarjit786@hotmail.co.uk
- 12pm-1.30pm Words, Conversation and Scrabble group
Come along to gain confidence in spoken English, or simply if you enjoy a good game of Scrabble to help improve your vocabulary. All nationalities welcome.
For more information contact Adele Tinman: tinman.adele@yahoo.com
- 3.30pm-5pm Kids’ Art Club
Themed sessions of art activities for children. Aged 3 and upwards. Can be messy. Donation of £1 per child please. We try and tailor the sessions to accommodate the younger children from 3.30 – older children from 4.15 but we are very relaxed and flexible! For more information contact artworks@themill-coppermill.org
Friday 29 April
- 10am-1pm Knitting Group
Suitable for experienced knitters or the complete beginner. Support and teaching where required. Everyone welcome for £1 donation. For more information email knitmillers@gmail.com, or just come along.
Saturday 23 April
- 10.15am-12.15pm Tales from The Marsh – for Mothers & Daughters
This is is the first in this series of creative workshops for Mothers & Daughters. Tales from the Marsh is part of a research project supervised under the Drama and History departments at Royal Holloway University of London. It is funded through a Waltham Forest Arts Development Grant and a Royal Holloway University of London research scholarship. Places are limited so please contact workshop facilitator, Siobhan O’Neill for further information or to book a place. Call 0798 951 9522 or email Siobhan.ONeill.2014@live.rhul.ac.uk
- 2pm-3pm Spanish for You
Español para usted. Classes run by a native Spanish speaker for beginners and improvers (of any age) The cost is £6 per session (6 week terrm payable in advance).
You are welcome to come along to a class and try it out. For more information or to enrol please contact: Roxana – 07709937543 – roxanaspanish@yahoo.co.uk
Sunday 1 May
- 10am-12 pm English for Beginners and Improvers
General English classes for beginners and elementary level, working towards IELTS and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively. The focus is on developing all aspects of the English language including speaking, listening, reading and writing. The syllabus for each lesson is based on a course book, following two well known systems at the same time. There are other materials provided to aid the whole process of learning. The groups are small and students participate as much as possible, working on their own, in groups and as a whole class. The majority of the students are Bulgarians but any other nationality is more than welcome. The classes are maximum of 10 students. The course is paid in advance – 10 weeks – £170.00 or 12 weeks – £195 . For more information contact: easyenglishe17@gmail.com – 07786038760
- 11am-1pm Mill Bike Group
A gentle 2 hour cycle paced well for all ages and abilities to join, exploring the River Lea and surroundings and stopping for a cup of tea to say hello and stick our noses into the sun. Meet at 11am in front of The Mill, 7-11 Coppermill Lane for departure at 11.15am.
For more information contact katjarosenberg@hotmail.com 07799 411 587
- 7.15pm-8.30pm Restorative Relaxing Yoga
Start the new week feeling refreshed and relaxed with this relaxed and restorative yoga class. Combining a mixture of yoga styles, including gentle Vinyasa, restorative Yoga Nidra and breathing practices, The classes aim to support your body to not only develop flexibility but also to realign the body and the nervous system, helping you feel a greater sense of well-being. £11 per 75-minute class, or £40 for a four-class pass.
Places available for seven participants and mats and yoga blocks are provided. Booking is necessary in advance due to the limited number of places. Please contact Zoe on 07736 3000 702 or email zoe_cricks@hotmail.com