We’re delighted to announce that we’ve received funding from The National Lottery Community Fund Awards for All to pilot a new weekly drop-in social group for adults, Feel Good Thursdays. Every week there will be a chance to try well being enhancing activities, refreshments and visiting speakers/taster sessions – anything to help you feel good mentally or […]
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FollowThe Joke’s on Us!
Take part in our new participatory exhibition, The Joke’s On Us, centring on Joke Stack by Peter Liversidge, part of the Government Art Collection. You can take home jokes originally written by British comedians… and leave your jokes for our walls! We’re making a dynamic, daring and… devilishly amusing contribution to Waltham Forest Borough of […]
Our Story So Far Exhibition – Summer 2018
The Our Story So Far Exhibition took place during Summer 2018, it was our opportunity to celebrate The Mill. We took a step back to see how far we’ve come, consider where we are now, and took a step forward towards what the future could possibly bring. Our art producer was Alison Dunne. Alongside the […]
Who dares wins!
Article featured in June 2018 Waltham Forest Echo Life without risk is life stuck in a rut. Sometimes taking a gamble can stretch and help me grow. On the flip side, fear of failure can be an obstacle that prevents me from taking that first step. I can worry about what will happen, if and […]
Help us win £450 for I ♥ Small Charities Day – 18 June 2018!
Small Charity Week 2018 will kick off with I ♥ Small Charities Day on 18th June. This is a day to raise awareness of the work of all small charities across the UK. Getting involved is easy and The Mill has the chance to win up to £450! Take a photo of yourself holding up […]
The Mill is deeply saddened by the loss of Mr Mensah
Everyone at The Mill was deeply saddened to hear that our friend and neighbour Mr Mensah passed away recently. Neil Meads, former Mill Trustee and member of the St James Street Library Campaign, has shared his memories with us: “When The Mill first opened its doors in September 2011, hundreds of people from the local […]
Ton up for Don!
The Mill does like to host a good party; exhibition launches, children’s birthdays, Star Wars Day, or my favourite, Apple Day. The list is varied but it is always about getting the community together and having some fun. Plus, there’s the benefit of being home from home without the mess. This month we’re hosting a […]
Chase your dream – Waltham Forest Echo March 2018
Walt Disney once said: “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” Sharing a vision takes bravery because no-one wants to be laughed at or have their brilliant plan diminished. By taking the first step and speaking out aloud, it can lead to collaboration with supportive people who in […]
The Mall Charity Cares Thank You!
A big thank you to The Mall, Walthamstow for their support in 2017! We were delighted to be the Mall Cares Charity Partner in 2017. As well as raising over £4000 for our work, The Mall also gave us donations of much-needed equipment, publicity support, raffle prizes, and a new home for The Mill elephant. […]
Souper Wednesday’s return on 14 February!
Every Wednesday, starting 14 February 2018 12 noon – 2pm Open to everyone, food available until it runs out Soup £3 a bowl; cake of the week £2.50 Volunteer Nat Di Maggio, and his alter ego Big Buddah’s Thai Kitchen, will be relaunching our weekly Souper Wednesday on 14 February! Nat will be fresh from […]