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2 events,
RVA coffee morning
RVA coffee morning
Reading Voluntary Action invites for a drop-in for a chat, 9am-11am *every week in a Whitley primary school* Find out information about: courses + workshops jobs + volunteering well-being housing benefits debt other support Families and children welcome!
Employment Support Drop-in service
Employment Support Drop-in service
Are you looking for work and need some help? Do you need advice to help you into work? How does Universal Credit support you into work? Geoff - a families employment advisor from DWP - will be here, at the Cafe, to help answer all your questions. Contact: [email protected] for more help outside these dates/times.
1 event,
RVA coffee morning
RVA coffee morning
Reading Voluntary Action invites for a drop-in for a chat, 9am-11am *every week in a Whitley primary school* Find out information about: courses + workshops jobs + volunteering well-being housing benefits debt other support Families and children welcome!
0 events,
1 event,
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Reading Frontline are offering free debt and benefit advice at New Directions, 330 Northumberland Avenue, Whitley every Thursday 10am-1pm. If you struggle to pay your bills each month, have debts you can’t repay or any money worries, don’t wait for a court order or bailiff to visit. We can help stop the intrusive phone calls…
2 events,
Community Parent/Carer Support Group, Whitley
Community Parent/Carer Support Group, Whitley
Fridays, 8 Feb; 8 Mar; 5 Apr; 10 May; 14 June; 12 July 2019 A support group for family members who have children/young people with additional needs living within the community of Whitley. A safe and supportive space for sharing experiences and gaining support with the unique challenges faced by families of children…
Cooking For Health
Cooking For Health
Open to all and FREE cookery course! All equipment & ingredients provided. Sign up today! Fridays 10.30am – 12.30 noon March 1st – April 5th 2019 Beginners welcome! Booking is essential Location: South Reading New Directions 330 Northumberland Ave RG2 8DH To book or for more information email [email protected] or call 0118 9586692
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0 events,
4 events,
Easter Holiday Activities
Easter Holiday Activities
Whitley Excellence Cluster and Aspire2 presents Easter Holiday Activities Come to the Whitley Community Cafe, Northumberland Avenue. The cafe will be open for tea, coffee and cake while your children take part in some Easter Activities! You can make: Spring baskets Easter Egg magnets Easter Dotty Art ...and plenty of colouring sheets too!…
Kick Around for £1
Kick Around for £1
Under 16's can have a kick around on our astro-courts for only £1. Open for 5 or more individuals. (Subject to bookings and availability.) South Reading Leisure Centre: Monday to Friday available from 2.00 - 4.00pm Under 16 years, £1.00 per person
2 events,
Kick Around for £1
Kick Around for £1
Under 16's can have a kick around on our astro-courts for only £1. Open for 5 or more individuals. (Subject to bookings and availability.) South Reading Leisure Centre: Monday to Friday available from 2.00 - 4.00pm Under 16 years, £1.00 per person
Splash Around for £1
Splash Around for £1
Splash Around for £1: A fun drop-in session in the pool with floats and toys. During busy times swimming may be restricted to 1 hour. Monday 8 April 4.15 - 5.45pm Tuesday 9 to Friday 12 April 2.00 - 3.30pm Tuesday 16 to Thursday 18 April 2.00 - 3.30pm under 16's, £1.00 per child South Reading Leisure…
7 events,
Ladybird Hotel
Ladybird Hotel
Be inspired by the insect namesake of Ladybird Books. Learn about hibernation and native wildlife and insects, then build a cosy home for your ladybird guests. Wednesday, 10th April Ages 5+, Families, 1-hour sessions starting at 10am, 11.15am, 1pm & 2.15am £4, see our website to book in advance or pay on the day
Alice in Wonderland Easter Kids Events
Alice in Wonderland Easter Kids Events
Join us this Easter half term for some Alice in Wonderland fun at our FREE kids events, Wednesday 10th April and Thursday 11th April, 11am - 4pm on level 2, outside Victoria's Secret! We have some exciting make and take activities, games, quizzes, colouring and even an exciting trail around the centre! No need to…
Ladybird Hotel
Ladybird Hotel
Be inspired by the insect namesake of Ladybird Books. Learn about hibernation and native wildlife and insects, then build a cosy home for your ladybird guests. Wednesday, 10th April Ages 5+, Families, 1-hour sessions starting at 10am, 11.15am, 1pm & 2.15am £4, see our website to book in advance or pay on the day
5 events,
Out in the Abbey: Medieval Animal Trail
Is that an elephant in the Forbury? Or a lion beside the gateway? Medieval animals have escaped across the Abbey Quarter! Use our map to find them all before collecting your prize at the Museum. Don't miss the animal-themed craft on our Activity Cart that day. Thursday 11 & Friday 12 April Families, available…
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Reading Frontline are offering free debt and benefit advice at New Directions, 330 Northumberland Avenue, Whitley every Thursday 10am-1pm. If you struggle to pay your bills each month, have debts you can’t repay or any money worries, don’t wait for a court order or bailiff to visit. We can help stop the intrusive phone calls…
Alice in Wonderland Easter Kids Events
Alice in Wonderland Easter Kids Events
Join us this Easter half term for some Alice in Wonderland fun at our FREE kids events, Wednesday 10th April and Thursday 11th April, 11am - 4pm on level 2, outside Victoria's Secret! We have some exciting make and take activities, games, quizzes, colouring and even an exciting trail around the centre! No need to…
Kick Around for £1
Kick Around for £1
Under 16's can have a kick around on our astro-courts for only £1. Open for 5 or more individuals. (Subject to bookings and availability.) South Reading Leisure Centre: Monday to Friday available from 2.00 - 4.00pm Under 16 years, £1.00 per person
5 events,
Out in the Abbey: Medieval Animal Trail
Is that an elephant in the Forbury? Or a lion beside the gateway? Medieval animals have escaped across the Abbey Quarter! Use our map to find them all before collecting your prize at the Museum. Don't miss the animal-themed craft on our Activity Cart that day. Thursday 11 & Friday 12 April Families, available…
Early Birds & Late Owls
Early Birds & Late Owls
This Easter holiday we would like to trail some quieter hours for families of children with sensory difficulties. Please contact our Visitor Services Officer on 0118 937 3495 to book or to register future interest. We are pleased to have been supported by Autism in Museums, who have donated a Tactile Sensory Bag and softplay…
Kick Around for £1
Kick Around for £1
Under 16's can have a kick around on our astro-courts for only £1. Open for 5 or more individuals. (Subject to bookings and availability.) South Reading Leisure Centre: Monday to Friday available from 2.00 - 4.00pm Under 16 years, £1.00 per person
Early Birds & Late Owls
Early Birds & Late Owls
This Easter holiday we would like to trail some quieter hours for families of children with sensory difficulties. Please contact our Visitor Services Officer on 0118 937 3495 to book or to register future interest. We are pleased to have been supported by Autism in Museums, who have donated a Tactile Sensory Bag and softplay…
1 event,
Way Back When in Whitley
Way Back When in Whitley
Wish you were here Come and take a trip down memory lane. Whitley Museum would love for you to come and share your stories of days gone by with us. Pop along and enjoy a good chinwag, a nice cup of tea and a slice of cake on us. Who knows maybe you will meet…
0 events,
4 events,
Easter Holiday Activities
Easter Holiday Activities
Whitley Excellence Cluster and Aspire2 presents Easter Holiday Activities Come to the Whitley Community Cafe, Northumberland Avenue. The cafe will be open for tea, coffee and cake while your children take part in some Easter Activities! You can make: Spring baskets Easter Egg magnets Easter Dotty Art ...and plenty of colouring sheets too!…
Employment Support Drop-in service
Employment Support Drop-in service
Are you looking for work and need some help? Do you need advice to help you into work? How does Universal Credit support you into work? Geoff - a families employment advisor from DWP - will be here, at the Cafe, to help answer all your questions. Contact: [email protected] for more help outside these dates/times.
Kick Around for £1
Kick Around for £1
Under 16's can have a kick around on our astro-courts for only £1. Open for 5 or more individuals. (Subject to bookings and availability.) South Reading Leisure Centre: Monday to Friday available from 2.00 - 4.00pm Under 16 years, £1.00 per person
6 events,
Egg-stravaganza: Edible Easter Treats
Egg-stravaganza: Edible Easter Treats
Make and decorate some delicious Easter Treats, including no-cook chocolate crispy cakes and Easter Egg sweats. Tuesday 16 April Ages 5+, 1-hour sessions starting at 10am, 11.15am, 1pm & 2.15pm £4, see our website to book in advance or pay on the day
Egg-stravaganza: Edible Easter Treats
Egg-stravaganza: Edible Easter Treats
Make and decorate some delicious Easter Treats, including no-cook chocolate crispy cakes and Easter Egg sweats. Tuesday 16 April Ages 5+, 1-hour sessions starting at 10am, 11.15am, 1pm & 2.15pm £4, see our website to book in advance or pay on the day
Egg-stravaganza: Edible Easter Treats
Egg-stravaganza: Edible Easter Treats
Make and decorate some delicious Easter Treats, including no-cook chocolate crispy cakes and Easter Egg sweats. Tuesday 16 April Ages 5+, 1-hour sessions starting at 10am, 11.15am, 1pm & 2.15pm £4, see our website to book in advance or pay on the day
4 events,
Make & Take: Balloon Bunnies & Chicks
Make & Take: Balloon Bunnies & Chicks
Turn your balloon into a fat, friendly Easter creature by adding bendy legs, beak, ears and eyes. Wednesday 17 April Families, half-hour sessions 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm £1, pay on the day
Make & Take: Balloon Bunnies & Chicks
Make & Take: Balloon Bunnies & Chicks
Turn your balloon into a fat, friendly Easter creature by adding bendy legs, beak, ears and eyes. Wednesday 17 April Families, half-hour sessions 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm £1, pay on the day
Kick Around for £1
Kick Around for £1
Under 16's can have a kick around on our astro-courts for only £1. Open for 5 or more individuals. (Subject to bookings and availability.) South Reading Leisure Centre: Monday to Friday available from 2.00 - 4.00pm Under 16 years, £1.00 per person
3 events,
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Reading Frontline are offering free debt and benefit advice at New Directions, 330 Northumberland Avenue, Whitley every Thursday 10am-1pm. If you struggle to pay your bills each month, have debts you can’t repay or any money worries, don’t wait for a court order or bailiff to visit. We can help stop the intrusive phone calls…
Kick Around for £1
Kick Around for £1
Under 16's can have a kick around on our astro-courts for only £1. Open for 5 or more individuals. (Subject to bookings and availability.) South Reading Leisure Centre: Monday to Friday available from 2.00 - 4.00pm Under 16 years, £1.00 per person
Splash Around for £1
Splash Around for £1
Splash Around for £1: A fun drop-in session in the pool with floats and toys. During busy times swimming may be restricted to 1 hour. Monday 8 April 4.15 - 5.45pm Tuesday 9 to Friday 12 April 2.00 - 3.30pm Tuesday 16 to Thursday 18 April 2.00 - 3.30pm under 16's, £1.00 per child South Reading Leisure…
1 event,
Kick Around for £1
Kick Around for £1
Under 16's can have a kick around on our astro-courts for only £1. Open for 5 or more individuals. (Subject to bookings and availability.) South Reading Leisure Centre: Monday to Friday available from 2.00 - 4.00pm Under 16 years, £1.00 per person
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
RVA coffee morning
RVA coffee morning
Reading Voluntary Action invites for a drop-in for a chat, 9am-11am *every week in a Whitley primary school* Find out information about: courses + workshops jobs + volunteering well-being housing benefits debt other support Families and children welcome!
1 event,
RVA coffee morning
RVA coffee morning
Reading Voluntary Action invites for a drop-in for a chat, 9am-11am *every week in a Whitley primary school* Find out information about: courses + workshops jobs + volunteering well-being housing benefits debt other support Families and children welcome!
0 events,
1 event,
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Reading Frontline are offering free debt and benefit advice at New Directions, 330 Northumberland Avenue, Whitley every Thursday 10am-1pm. If you struggle to pay your bills each month, have debts you can’t repay or any money worries, don’t wait for a court order or bailiff to visit. We can help stop the intrusive phone calls…
0 events,
2 events,
Royal Berks Fire and Rescue ‘have-a-go’ events for women
The Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) is running three have a go events this spring and summer aimed at encouraging more women to consider careers in firefighting. The events include a tour of the fire station and an opportunity for potential applicants to try physical and written tests similar to the ones used in recruitment and training.…
Farmyard Meet & Bleet
We're hosting a FREE farmyard MEET AND BLEAT this Easter! 🤩 Round up the kids for a visit to the Mall on Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th April, where you can see a variety of farmyard favourites - including ponies, goats, chickens and lambs - here to meet and bleat you throughout the weekend 🐎🐐🐓 You can get…
1 event,
Farmyard Meet & Bleet
We're hosting a FREE farmyard MEET AND BLEAT this Easter! 🤩 Round up the kids for a visit to the Mall on Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th April, where you can see a variety of farmyard favourites - including ponies, goats, chickens and lambs - here to meet and bleat you throughout the weekend 🐎🐐🐓 You can get…
2 events,
RVA coffee morning
RVA coffee morning
Reading Voluntary Action invites for a drop-in for a chat, 9am-11am *every week in a Whitley primary school* Find out information about: courses + workshops jobs + volunteering well-being housing benefits debt other support Families and children welcome!
Employment Support Drop-in service
Employment Support Drop-in service
Are you looking for work and need some help? Do you need advice to help you into work? How does Universal Credit support you into work? Geoff - a families employment advisor from DWP - will be here, at the Cafe, to help answer all your questions. Contact: [email protected] for more help outside these dates/times.
1 event,
RVA coffee morning
RVA coffee morning
Reading Voluntary Action invites for a drop-in for a chat, 9am-11am *every week in a Whitley primary school* Find out information about: courses + workshops jobs + volunteering well-being housing benefits debt other support Families and children welcome!
1 event,
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Free debt and benefit advice at New Directions
Reading Frontline are offering free debt and benefit advice at New Directions, 330 Northumberland Avenue, Whitley every Thursday 10am-1pm. If you struggle to pay your bills each month, have debts you can’t repay or any money worries, don’t wait for a court order or bailiff to visit. We can help stop the intrusive phone calls…
