The Mill is Walthamstow’s ‘living room’. Everyone is welcome Tuesday-Friday from 10am-6pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 10am-2pm. You can borrow a book from the honesty library, bring your little ones to enjoy all the toys in the playroom, make a cuppa and have a chat – and we also have leaflets, flyers and posters on display so you can find out what else is going on throughout Waltham Forest. And there are also activities which you can join in … read on below for details of what’s happening this week.
All week – except Monday
On Tuesday-Friday, and Saturday and Sunday you can view the exhibition on the walls of the living-room – Tales From the Marsh – which unearths the magnetic pull of Walthamstow and Leyton Marshes in this collage of local people’s narratives, reminiscence, poetry, artwork and photographs. The exhibition will continue until early December.
Monday 17 October (evening only)
6pm-7pm – Gentle Yoga – Learn some gentle healing poses and relaxation techniques, which you can also do safely at home. For more information and to book your place send an email to:josettayoga@hotmail.co.uk
7pm-8.30pm – Ashtanga Yoga – This class is also led by Josetta who specialises in teaching beginners this dynamic style of yoga, but all levels are catered for.. For more information and to book your place send an email to: josettayoga@hotmail.co.uk
7pm-9pm – Make Your Mark –The third in a course of four drawing classes. There are sometimes places available for those who have not previously attended. Click here to find out more, and then contact the tutor Jason Hawkridge by email or ring him on 07786 49500 if you would like to start attending or would like to know about future classes – and to check if this class is at The Mill or at The Chequers (the venue alternates).
7pm-9pm – 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. 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 a maximum of 10 students and there is a fee. For more information – including details of the cost – contact: easyenglishe17@gmail.com – 0778603876. The classes will run also on Tuesday 18, Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 October.
Tuesday 18 October
10am-1pm – Sociable Sewing – Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or an experienced sewer, all are welcome. You can bring your own sewing, patchwork, darning or mending. Learn a new skill, have fun with fabric or just sew in company. An experienced sewer, Hilary, will be on hand for help and advice, and we have sewing machines available if you need them. £1 donation + small costs for materials. Please contact info@themill-coppermill.org for more information.
4pm-7pm – Community Acupuncture Clinic – This community clinic offers low cost, professional acupuncture treatments making treatments affordable to everyone . Patients receive treatments in small groups in reclining chairs or on 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 visit: www.daonuacupuncture.com or phone: 07809211013.
7pm-9pm – English for Beginners and Improvers – see above – Monday 17 October – for details.
Wednesday 19 October
10am-2pm – Community Voices – A programme of ESOL, aimed at migrant women of all backgrounds who want to integrate into their community, train as a volunteer, run local community events and gain an ESOL speaking qualification. The level is intermediate, Entry 3/Level 1. For more details please contact Hilary on 0207 2756750. The class will run also on Friday 21 October.
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 email.
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 – or just come along.
7pm-9pm – English for Beginners and Improvers – see above – Monday 17 October – for details.
Thursday 20 October
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
12pm-2pm Asian Women’s Support Group – A group for Asian women to socialise and learn skills. For more information contact Amarjit: amarjit786@hotmail.co.uk
7pm-9pm – English for Beginners and Improvers – see above – Monday 17 October – for details.
Friday 21 October
10.00am-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 – or just come along.
10am-2pm – Community Voices –see above – Wednesday 19 October – for details.
1.30pm-2.30pm – Learn Urdu – Asima Baig is a qualified experienced Pakistani Urdu teacher. £1 donation to The Mill. For more information email: asima76baig@yahoo.co.uk or ring 07450 282735
Saturday 22 October
12pm-2pm – Free Legal Advice Clinic – you can just drop-in to have a chat with a Toyin Oluwakiyes a qualified solicitor. To find out more, email.
Sunday 23 October
No particular activities this Sunday – but we’re open 10am-2pm for you to drop-in.