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…

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…

Parent & Toddlers at Salvation Army Church in Earley A group for parents and carers to meet and bring their toddler.Tea and coffee included in the price of the session.   Website: www.salvationarmy.org.uk/reading-lower-earley#what-is-on Contact name:  Hannah Pender Phone:  0118 931 0760 Email: [email protected] Address:  Chalfont Close Chalfont Way, Lower Earley, Reading RG6 5HZ   Date &…

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

Bingo, tea and coffee.   Bingo takes place twice a week - Tuesdays and Fridays 7 pm - 10 pm, at Christ the King Church

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…

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

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…

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

We are starting back at Whitley GrowAllot. Looking forward to seeing you all there once again for a wonderful year. New comers and old friends welcome, just come along and join in. Hope to see you soon.   Come along and get involved. It's good fun, you make new friends, do gentle exercise, get fresh…

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…

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…

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…

Trinity Toddlers:   Mondays 9:45am Thursdays 10am in Trinity Church Hall   Play, craft, toys, songs and friendship. No need to book or reserve a place. Just come along and join the fun!   Contact: Ann Baker, [email protected]  07387993626 or via the Church Office (0118 9313124)

Toddler Cafe at Salvation Army Church in Earley As well as the normal café, there are toys in the main hall for toddlers to play while carers can sit with them and still enjoy items from the café.   Website: www.salvationarmy.org.uk/reading-lower-earley#what-is-on Contact name:  Hannah Pender Phone:  0118 931 0760 Email: [email protected] Address:  Chalfont Close Chalfont Way, Lower Earley, Reading RG6…

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

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…

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

Running/walking club at Salvation Army Church in Earley   A sociable group to run/walk and encourage one another in some gentle exercise. Suitable for those who walk or prefer a gentle jog!   Website: www.salvationarmy.org.uk/reading-lower-earley#what-is-on Contact name:  Hannah Pender Phone:  0118 931 0760 Email: [email protected] Address:  Chalfont Close Chalfont Way, Lower Earley, Reading RG6 5HZ   Date & Time: …

A weekly outdoor learning session for pre-schoolers in the fantastic urban garden at the MERL   Discover the benefits of outdoor learning! Come and join in outdoor activities inspired by the themes and collections of the museum.  Enjoy outdoor play and explore the natural environment. Each session involves story-telling, craft activities and singing.   Friday Fledglings…

Baby and Toddler Songtime at Salvation Army Church in Earley   Website: www.salvationarmy.org.uk/reading-lower-earley#what-is-on Contact name:  Hannah Pender Phone:  0118 931 0760 Email: [email protected] Address:  Chalfont Close Chalfont Way, Lower Earley, Reading RG6 5HZ   Date & Time:  Fridays, 10 am and 11.15 am

Come and join us at our Crawlers & Explorers group - fun playtime for the under 5s! Every Friday from 10.30am until 12.30pm at St Luke's Parish Hall on Erleigh Road.    The group is aimed at mobile babies/toddlers but of course all are welcome, especially where parents have younger siblings or friends have children of…

Baby and Toddler Songtime at Salvation Army Church in Earley   Website: www.salvationarmy.org.uk/reading-lower-earley#what-is-on Contact name:  Hannah Pender Phone:  0118 931 0760 Email: [email protected] Address:  Chalfont Close Chalfont Way, Lower Earley, Reading RG6 5HZ   Date & Time:  Fridays, 10 am and 11.15 am

Bingo, tea and coffee.   Bingo takes place twice a week - Tuesdays and Fridays 7 pm - 10 pm, at Christ the King Church

Reading v Middlesbrough Saturday, 18th April 2020 from 3.00 pm

Whitley Social Club & Cafe presents 4th Era   4th Era is fronted by the amazing Amanda. Various covers: Blondie, Foo Fighters, loads of 80/90 tunes. Guaranteed a good night!   When: 18th April 2020 from 7.30pm @ Whitley Social Club & Cafe   Come along for great night’s entertainment. We look forward to seeing…

We are starting back at Whitley GrowAllot. Looking forward to seeing you all there once again for a wonderful year. New comers and old friends welcome, just come along and join in. Hope to see you soon.   Come along and get involved. It's good fun, you make new friends, do gentle exercise, get fresh…

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…

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