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1 event,
Supportive Family Group
Supportive Family Group
Hexham Road Community Centre Wednesdays 9.30am - 11.30am are you feeling isolated? would you like to meet other mums? would you like support with problems or accessing services? would you like your child/ren to learn through play? would you like your child/ren to meet other children? have you found other drop in groups 'clicky'?…
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,
Thames Valley Police – Have Your Say!
Thames Valley Police – Have Your Say!
Have Your Say Meeting The South Reading Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a Have Your Say meeting on: Saturday, 1 June 2019 and Saturday, 27 July 2019 at Whitley Community Cafe, from 10.00 – 12.00 Come and meet your local neighbourhood policing team and discuss any crime-related issues or concerns you…
Councillor Surgery – Whitley & Church
Councillor Surgery – Whitley & Church
Meet you local Councillor and have an opportunity to express your thoughts and opinions. Every first Saturday of the month at Whitley Community Cafe.
3 events,
Do you need help to get online?
Do you need help to get online?
Do you need help to get online? Whatever you need help with - internet, email, a new smartphone or tablet... our volunteers can help you get going. Just come along - no booking required. Bring your own device or use the computers provided. Whitley Community Cafe First Monday of each month 10.00am - 12.00pm Details on…
CommuniCare
CommuniCare
CommuniCare helping people in Reading through offering information, advice and support. We work with people not issues, empowering people in their situation and thereby building independence. We help with: Completing benefits checks, assist with applications and help with mandatory reconsiderations. We offer basic debt and budgeting advice. We can refer or signpost to specialist help where necessary.…
Zumba classes
Zumba classes
Come and join the fun! Zumba classes at South Reading Youth and Community Centre every Monday 8pm - 9pm
9 events,
Build a garden – grow a community
Build a garden – grow a community
Those of you with 'green fingers' - The Rotary Club have donated a large number of plants to the garden at the Whitley Wood Community Centre and our wonderful volunteer Tony is struggling to get them all planted. Can you help? Turn up on a Tuesday or leave a message on 01189875694. We are also…
Bumps & Babes 0-12 months
Bumps & Babes 0-12 months
Bumps and Babes is a welcoming soft play session for babies 0-1 yrs. The centre provides a lovely variety of soft play toys and equipment for babies to lay, roll and crawl around on. There will be opportunities to learn and discuss babies developmental milestones, explore treasure baskets and sensory play. If you are a…
Craft Workshops
Craft Workshops
Marianne Lindsay has been sewing since she can remember, it is one of her passions and she is now hoping to introduce others too. She will be at Whitley Social Club & Cafe on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to encourage others to learn to sew, knit, embroider, craft or make jewellery. She is happy to bring…
4 events,
Supportive Family Group
Supportive Family Group
Hexham Road Community Centre Wednesdays 9.30am - 11.30am are you feeling isolated? would you like to meet other mums? would you like support with problems or accessing services? would you like your child/ren to learn through play? would you like your child/ren to meet other children? have you found other drop in groups 'clicky'?…
Child Health Clinic
Child Health Clinic
All the Child Health Clinic’s are a drop-in sessions, where a health professional is available for a brief consultation about your child’s health. You can also have your baby weighed here, please refer to your child’s red book to find out how often your baby should be weighed. Includes Breastfeeding Network. You can contact a…
Over 50s Social Club
Over 50s Social Club
The social club is open to everyone over 50. It's a great opportunity to socialise, try some new activities and meet new people. The club is run by local volunteers and supported by Reading Borough Council. We meet every Wednesday from 11.00am to 2.00pm at Whitley Wood Community Centre. Lunch and hot drinks provided. £2.50 per week. If you have any…
5 events,
Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y
Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y
This session is planned to support your child with school readiness and to offer parents additional support based on individual family need. This includes Special Educational Needs and Disabilities – we offer access to support, advice and guidance and work in partnership with Reading Families Forum. Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y takes place at Whitley Children's…
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…
Reading Stroke Support Group
Reading Stroke Support Group
Come along to your local stroke group and meet others who’ve been affected by stroke. The group is part of the Stroke Recovery Service which aims to assist people in achieving their personal goals for a full life after stroke. As well as the group the service provides individual support at home where a varied range…
1 event,
Christ the King Bingo
Christ the King Bingo
Bingo, tea and coffee. Bingo takes place twice a week - Tuesdays and Fridays 7 pm - 10 pm, at Christ the King Church
3 events,
Broad Street Mall Does Slime Time
Broad Street Mall Does Slime Time
SATURDAY 8TH JUNE 2019 - 10AM – 3PM Join Professor Whizzpop and his kooky assistant Dr Bizarre in the science lab for a day of FREE mind boggling science fun for all the family! Kids will be invited to don their lab coats and specs to create crazy concoctions that fizz and colourful creations to…
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…
Sam and the Gang
Sam and the Gang
Sam and the Gang 2-hour upbeat covers show! Saturday, 8th June 2019 @ Whitley Social Club & Cafe Come along for great night’s entertainment. We look forward to seeing you! Non-members welcome but must be signed in by a Club Member at the cost of £1
4 events,
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.
CommuniCare
CommuniCare
CommuniCare helping people in Reading through offering information, advice and support. We work with people not issues, empowering people in their situation and thereby building independence. We help with: Completing benefits checks, assist with applications and help with mandatory reconsiderations. We offer basic debt and budgeting advice. We can refer or signpost to specialist help where necessary.…
WCDA trustees meeting
WCDA trustees meeting
The Whitley Community Development Association trustees are meeting monthly, every second Monday of a month, at 6pm at Whitley Social Club & Cafe. Everyone is welcome!
8 events,
Build a garden – grow a community
Build a garden – grow a community
Those of you with 'green fingers' - The Rotary Club have donated a large number of plants to the garden at the Whitley Wood Community Centre and our wonderful volunteer Tony is struggling to get them all planted. Can you help? Turn up on a Tuesday or leave a message on 01189875694. We are also…
Bumps & Babes 0-12 months
Bumps & Babes 0-12 months
Bumps and Babes is a welcoming soft play session for babies 0-1 yrs. The centre provides a lovely variety of soft play toys and equipment for babies to lay, roll and crawl around on. There will be opportunities to learn and discuss babies developmental milestones, explore treasure baskets and sensory play. If you are a…
Craft Workshops
Craft Workshops
Marianne Lindsay has been sewing since she can remember, it is one of her passions and she is now hoping to introduce others too. She will be at Whitley Social Club & Cafe on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to encourage others to learn to sew, knit, embroider, craft or make jewellery. She is happy to bring…
3 events,
Supportive Family Group
Supportive Family Group
Hexham Road Community Centre Wednesdays 9.30am - 11.30am are you feeling isolated? would you like to meet other mums? would you like support with problems or accessing services? would you like your child/ren to learn through play? would you like your child/ren to meet other children? have you found other drop in groups 'clicky'?…
Child Health Clinic
Child Health Clinic
All the Child Health Clinic’s are a drop-in sessions, where a health professional is available for a brief consultation about your child’s health. You can also have your baby weighed here, please refer to your child’s red book to find out how often your baby should be weighed. Includes Breastfeeding Network. You can contact a…
Over 50s Social Club
Over 50s Social Club
The social club is open to everyone over 50. It's a great opportunity to socialise, try some new activities and meet new people. The club is run by local volunteers and supported by Reading Borough Council. We meet every Wednesday from 11.00am to 2.00pm at Whitley Wood Community Centre. Lunch and hot drinks provided. £2.50 per week. If you have any…
5 events,
Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y
Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y
This session is planned to support your child with school readiness and to offer parents additional support based on individual family need. This includes Special Educational Needs and Disabilities – we offer access to support, advice and guidance and work in partnership with Reading Families Forum. Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y takes place at Whitley Children's…
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…
Whitley Library Rhymetime
Whitley Library Rhymetime
Rhymetimes are fun sessions for babies, toddlers and their caregivers - come along and join in with nursery rhymes, action songs and much more. Rhymetimes sessions take place at Whitley Library twice a week: Tuesdays 2.15 pm - 2.45pm and Thursdays 11 - 11.30am
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…
Christ the King Bingo
Christ the King Bingo
Bingo, tea and coffee. Bingo takes place twice a week - Tuesdays and Fridays 7 pm - 10 pm, at Christ the King Church
1 event,
Reading Water Fest 2019
Reading Water Fest 2019
Visitors to this year's celebration of canal life will be treated to children's activities, craft and charity stalls as well as boat parades and a boat tug of war. We will once again be extending the event into the newly restored Abbey Ruins and Forbury Gardens where traditional music and dance will be complemented by…
3 events,
COMMUMITY BBQ
COMMUMITY BBQ
Whitley GrowAllot is holding a community BBQ to celebrate the garden in midsummer. All welcome Bring along your food and we provide the venue and a BBQ to cook it on. 🌭🍗🍓🥗🌮
Messy Church
Messy Church
Messy Church is a free family-friendly church for all ages. A space in which families can make friends, eat together and discover new things about Jesus through craft activities, Bible stories and games. Here are some comments from the people who come: “My children love Messy Church, I love the atmosphere, meeting other…
2 events,
CommuniCare
CommuniCare
CommuniCare helping people in Reading through offering information, advice and support. We work with people not issues, empowering people in their situation and thereby building independence. We help with: Completing benefits checks, assist with applications and help with mandatory reconsiderations. We offer basic debt and budgeting advice. We can refer or signpost to specialist help where necessary.…
Zumba classes
Zumba classes
Come and join the fun! Zumba classes at South Reading Youth and Community Centre every Monday 8pm - 9pm
8 events,
Build a garden – grow a community
Build a garden – grow a community
Those of you with 'green fingers' - The Rotary Club have donated a large number of plants to the garden at the Whitley Wood Community Centre and our wonderful volunteer Tony is struggling to get them all planted. Can you help? Turn up on a Tuesday or leave a message on 01189875694. We are also…
Parent & Toddler Group – connect & play outdoors!
Parent & Toddler Group – connect & play outdoors!
Parent & Toddler Group - connect & play outdoors! Age range: 0 - 4 years Run by local parents - a chance to connect to others in the area and for children to play together. Now meeting at Whitley Grwoallot (a community allotment) once a month in fair weather! Located at the end of…
Bumps & Babes 0-12 months
Bumps & Babes 0-12 months
Bumps and Babes is a welcoming soft play session for babies 0-1 yrs. The centre provides a lovely variety of soft play toys and equipment for babies to lay, roll and crawl around on. There will be opportunities to learn and discuss babies developmental milestones, explore treasure baskets and sensory play. If you are a…
4 events,
Supportive Family Group
Supportive Family Group
Hexham Road Community Centre Wednesdays 9.30am - 11.30am are you feeling isolated? would you like to meet other mums? would you like support with problems or accessing services? would you like your child/ren to learn through play? would you like your child/ren to meet other children? have you found other drop in groups 'clicky'?…
Child Health Clinic
Child Health Clinic
All the Child Health Clinic’s are a drop-in sessions, where a health professional is available for a brief consultation about your child’s health. You can also have your baby weighed here, please refer to your child’s red book to find out how often your baby should be weighed. Includes Breastfeeding Network. You can contact a…
Over 50s Social Club
Over 50s Social Club
The social club is open to everyone over 50. It's a great opportunity to socialise, try some new activities and meet new people. The club is run by local volunteers and supported by Reading Borough Council. We meet every Wednesday from 11.00am to 2.00pm at Whitley Wood Community Centre. Lunch and hot drinks provided. £2.50 per week. If you have any…
6 events,
Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y
Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y
This session is planned to support your child with school readiness and to offer parents additional support based on individual family need. This includes Special Educational Needs and Disabilities – we offer access to support, advice and guidance and work in partnership with Reading Families Forum. Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y takes place at Whitley Children's…
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…
Reading Stroke Support Group
Reading Stroke Support Group
Come along to your local stroke group and meet others who’ve been affected by stroke. The group is part of the Stroke Recovery Service which aims to assist people in achieving their personal goals for a full life after stroke. As well as the group the service provides individual support at home where a varied range…
1 event,
Christ the King Bingo
Christ the King Bingo
Bingo, tea and coffee. Bingo takes place twice a week - Tuesdays and Fridays 7 pm - 10 pm, at Christ the King Church
2 events,
East Reading Festival 2019
East Reading Festival 2019
Join us in Palmer Park from 12noon to 6pm on Sunday 23rd June for East Reading Festival 2019! If you would like a stall at this year's festival, please complete the form at this link: https://goo.gl/forms/g3SmPaxdLktPa6KA3
3 events,
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.
CommuniCare
CommuniCare
CommuniCare helping people in Reading through offering information, advice and support. We work with people not issues, empowering people in their situation and thereby building independence. We help with: Completing benefits checks, assist with applications and help with mandatory reconsiderations. We offer basic debt and budgeting advice. We can refer or signpost to specialist help where necessary.…
Zumba classes
Zumba classes
Come and join the fun! Zumba classes at South Reading Youth and Community Centre every Monday 8pm - 9pm
9 events,
Build a garden – grow a community
Build a garden – grow a community
Those of you with 'green fingers' - The Rotary Club have donated a large number of plants to the garden at the Whitley Wood Community Centre and our wonderful volunteer Tony is struggling to get them all planted. Can you help? Turn up on a Tuesday or leave a message on 01189875694. We are also…
Bumps & Babes 0-12 months
Bumps & Babes 0-12 months
Bumps and Babes is a welcoming soft play session for babies 0-1 yrs. The centre provides a lovely variety of soft play toys and equipment for babies to lay, roll and crawl around on. There will be opportunities to learn and discuss babies developmental milestones, explore treasure baskets and sensory play. If you are a…
Craft Workshops
Craft Workshops
Marianne Lindsay has been sewing since she can remember, it is one of her passions and she is now hoping to introduce others too. She will be at Whitley Social Club & Cafe on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to encourage others to learn to sew, knit, embroider, craft or make jewellery. She is happy to bring…
4 events,
Supportive Family Group
Supportive Family Group
Hexham Road Community Centre Wednesdays 9.30am - 11.30am are you feeling isolated? would you like to meet other mums? would you like support with problems or accessing services? would you like your child/ren to learn through play? would you like your child/ren to meet other children? have you found other drop in groups 'clicky'?…
Child Health Clinic
Child Health Clinic
All the Child Health Clinic’s are a drop-in sessions, where a health professional is available for a brief consultation about your child’s health. You can also have your baby weighed here, please refer to your child’s red book to find out how often your baby should be weighed. Includes Breastfeeding Network. You can contact a…
Over 50s Social Club
Over 50s Social Club
The social club is open to everyone over 50. It's a great opportunity to socialise, try some new activities and meet new people. The club is run by local volunteers and supported by Reading Borough Council. We meet every Wednesday from 11.00am to 2.00pm at Whitley Wood Community Centre. Lunch and hot drinks provided. £2.50 per week. If you have any…
5 events,
Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y
Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y
This session is planned to support your child with school readiness and to offer parents additional support based on individual family need. This includes Special Educational Needs and Disabilities – we offer access to support, advice and guidance and work in partnership with Reading Families Forum. Together Time with F.A.M.I.L.Y takes place at Whitley Children's…
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…
Whitley Library Rhymetime
Whitley Library Rhymetime
Rhymetimes are fun sessions for babies, toddlers and their caregivers - come along and join in with nursery rhymes, action songs and much more. Rhymetimes sessions take place at Whitley Library twice a week: Tuesdays 2.15 pm - 2.45pm and Thursdays 11 - 11.30am
3 events,
Stronger Together Careers Club
Stronger Together Careers Club
The Stronger Together Partnership is a Building Better Opportunities project, funded by the European Social Fund and the National Lottery, through the Big Lottery Fund Join the Stronger Together Careers Club Meet new people Find new opportunities Step towards your goals 10.30 – 12.30 Last Friday of every month First session: 22nd February New Directions…
Community Dinner with Shift Youth + Community
Community Dinner with Shift Youth + Community
Come and join Every last Friday in a month 6pm to 7.30pm at World Turned Upside Down Come and join us for a meal at the Stonehouse Pizza and Carvery, please do let us know if you’re joining us so that we can book enough tables! (families welcome!)
Christ the King Bingo
Christ the King Bingo
Bingo, tea and coffee. Bingo takes place twice a week - Tuesdays and Fridays 7 pm - 10 pm, at Christ the King Church
3 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.…
Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day
Come and join us in the beautiful surroundings of the Forbury Gardens as Reading marks Armed Forces Day. There will be performances throughout the day. We will be joined by representatives from a variety of associations and charities who will host information and fundraising stands. Free 0118 937 2771 / reading.gov.uk
Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day
Forbury Gardens 11.00am - 4.30pm Free Come and join us in the beautiful surroundings of the Forbury Gardens as Reading marks Armed Forces Day. There will be performances throughout the day. We will be joined by representatives from a variety of associations and charities who will host information and fundraising stands.
3 events,
Reading Buses Open Day!
Reading Buses Open Day!
Clear your schedule, because on Sunday 30th June we’ll be holding our annual charity open day! We’ll be opening our doors to all (for FREE) so you can see behind the scenes, explore our buses and enjoy a wide range of family fun activities! There will be: behind the scenes tours of our control room…
Forbury Band concert season
Forbury Band concert season
Forbury Band concert season Forbury Gardens 3.00pm - 4.30pm Free 2nd June - Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band 9th June - Abingdon Concert Band 16th June - Cholsey & Wallingford Concert Band 23rd June - Reading Central Band 30th June - Beatroots 7th July - Small Strings 14th July - BWCB Second Wind 21st July…
