Week of 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
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…
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…
Tiny Talkers
Tiny Talkers
These sessions will provide you with activities to help support your child’s speech language and development. Tiny Talkers take place at Whitley Children's Centre - every Tuesday 1 pm - 2.15 pm
Christ the King 60+ Club
Christ the King 60+ Club
We welcome all of the communities in South Reading and beyond. We have bingo, tea & biscuits every Tuesday afternoon from 1:00 pm till 3:30 pm and through the year we have subsidized outings or some sort of entertainment. Come and join our friendly members. The Club has been going for 21 years…
Mobile Library Service
Mobile Library Service
Mobile library's route in the south begins and ends in south Reading. It operates every third Tuesday. Locations: Cedar Court, 30 Whitley Rise, Reading RG2 0NS. 9.30 am - 10 am Marlborough House, Northcourt Avenue, Reading RG2 7BH. 10.15 am - 10.45 am Emmbrook Court, South Drive, Reading RG6 5TZ. 11 am - 12…
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
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
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…
Babies & Beyond
Babies & Beyond
For children from 8 months to 2 years. Fun and games preparing children for their 9 month and 2 year reviews, focusing on physical development. Toys, singing and snack time. Babies & Beyond takes place at Kennet Island - every Wednesday 10 am - 11.30 am
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…
Conversation Cafe
Conversation Cafe
Join this friendly group, build confidence in speaking English, share a cup of tea. New topics each week. Children welcome if supervised by adults. Every Wednesday at Whitley Social Club & Cafe Supported by
Thames Valley Police – Have Your Say
Thames Valley Police – Have Your Say
Have Your Say Meeting Dear Residents, The South Reading Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a Have Your Say meeting on: Wednesday, 4th December 2019 at Morrisons, Basingstoke Road, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Come and meet your local neighbourhood policing team and discuss any crime-related issues or concerns you may be…
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…
Self employment and business advice for ex offenders
Self employment and business advice for ex offenders
Advice and support to build confidence, motivation and knowledge – including on being self employed or starting and running a business. This is now available to book people on to Dates for booking 1-2-1 time in Reading, both dates are Thursdays 7th November 10am – 1pm in Reading CRC Office, 30 Greyfriars Rd., Reading,…
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
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…
Whitley Wood Bingo
Whitley Wood Bingo
Friendly and relaxed evening out with multiple games of bingo, plus a raffle. Whitley Wood Bingo takes place every Thursday 7 pm, at Whitley Wood Community Centre. £10 per session, includes games of bingo, please extra for raffle and refreshments
Speech & Language drop-in
Speech & Language drop-in
Please come along to a speech and language therapy drop in clinic to discuss any concerns you have with your child's speech and language development. This service is for children aged 18 months - 5 years. Please be aware this is a first-come first served basis and, if the clinic is very popular, it may…
Community Parent/Carer Support Group, Whitley
Community Parent/Carer Support Group, Whitley
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 with additional needs. Each session will include a half hour talk about being a…
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
Thames Valley Police – Have Your Say
Thames Valley Police – Have Your Say
Have Your Say Meeting Dear Residents, The South Reading Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a Have Your Say meeting on: Saturday, 7th December 2019 at Fidget & Bob, Kennet Island 10.00 am – 11.00 am Come and meet your local neighbourhood policing team and discuss any crime-related issues or concerns you…
Thames Valley Police – Have Your Say
Thames Valley Police – Have Your Say
Have Your Say Meeting Dear Residents, The South Reading Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a Have Your Say meeting on: Saturday, 7th December 2019 at Whitley Hub, 10.00 am – 11.00 am Come and meet your local neighbourhood policing team and discuss any crime-related issues or concerns you may be experiencing.
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.
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…