“I learnt about aspects of writing that I’d never considered before – as someone who has taken a lot of writing courses, I didn’t expect so much that was new. It was just what I needed.” – Liz BarnesFour creative writing courses, each with 6 weekly 2-hour classes. Sessions feature author excerpts, 20–25 minute writing exercises, discussion, and time to share work. Writers with or without current projects will benefit. Weekly homework set. Suitable for prose writers and poets alike.Authors include Kei Miller, Tim Winton, Margaret Atwood, Jeanette Winterson, Andrea Levy, Helen MacDonald, Jo Shapcott, Tim O’Brien, Tracey Emin, and more.Course 1: Creative Writing Essentials – fantasy, imagery, dialogue, theme & voice.Course 2: Character & Fiction – characterisation, backstory, structure, setting.Courses 3 & 4: Tailored Topics – chosen by the group, such as memoir, poetry, suspense, endings, and more.£135 per course. Some concessions available.Book here: https://beccaleathlean.co.uk/3-creative-writing-courses/https://beccaleathlean.co.uk/
Therapeutic yoga classes – accessible to all. Cathy offers the full range of yoga techniques- posture,pranayama ( breathing practices), mantra , mudra and yoga nidra.All equipment provided.6 classes for £80 FREE TRIAL CLASSOr £15 drop in ( if there are spaces )This includes access to zoom classes in addition to live classes.Thursday mornings9.30 – 11amTerm time onlyTo book your space please contact cathynewsam@googlemail.com
Come join us at Manor House Library on Wednesday’s at 11am for a morning of songs and rhymes for you and your baby to enjoy!Cost: Free, but donations are welcome if you are ableWhere: Children’s LibraryTime: 11amWhen: Wednesday, term time only.
About Rosana FioreRosana Fiore, Argentina-born and Italian-raised, is a London-based yoga teacher with a deep passion for conscious living. A long-term BKS Iyengar Yoga practitioner, she blends clear instruction, intelligent alignment, and warm humour, creating a welcoming space for all levels. Her classes help students connect, learn, and grow on the mat.
In-Person ClassesGrounded in Iyengar Yoga, Rosana’s sessions focus on strength, calm, and overall wellbeing. Using props and thoughtful sequencing, her classes are inclusive and adaptable for beginners to advanced practitioners. Expect a balanced practice combining alignment, strength, restorative poses, and breathwork, all within a supportive, encouraging environment that fosters growth and community.
Book your space here: Iyengar Yoga Classes (https://www.rosanafioreyoga.com/classes)
Therapeutic yoga classes – accessible to all. Cathy offers the full range of yoga techniques- posture,pranayama ( breathing practices), mantra , mudra and yoga nidra.All equipment provided.6 classes for £80 FREE TRIAL CLASSOr £15 drop in ( if there are spaces )This includes access to zoom classes in addition to live classes.Thursday mornings9.30 – 11amTerm time onlyTo book your space please contact cathynewsam@googlemail.com
As we get older our bodies change but we still want to be strong and flexible. This class features specially adapted Pilates exercises to improve balance and encourage co-ordination, mobility and strength while being safe for conditions which can affect the over 60s age group, such as osteoporosis, arthritis or joint replacements. This is a mixed ability class, so beginners, both men and women, are welcome as are clients with previous experience. While the class is challenging, there's always room to have a bit of fun!
The class is taught by Liz Murphy who has been working with this age group for a decade. Qualified with both the Pilates Foundation and Body Control, Liz has been teaching all levels of Pilates for more than 15 years and has a particular interest in Pilates for the over 60s. Her aim is to teach varied, challenging, confidence boosting classes where clients leave smiling and feeling good.
All equipment is provided. Feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
COST
£60 for a block of 6 classes which must be taken consecutively
£10 for the first trial class
Join Louise Lambert Yoga for a community beginners yoga class starting on Thursday 3rd April. This is a pay what you can afford session, suggested donation £5.
Please bring a yoga mat.
Join Shereen in the Children's Library every THURSDAY afternoon for our New Baby Bounce sessions from 2pm till 3pm
Join us in January for a selection of forgotten blockbusters! All of January's films are big in some way, either they made a big impact, were made by big names, made big money etc... But more importantly, all of them have in some way fallen off the radar since their release, so we're excited to bring them back to your attention!
SCREENINGSWatch a selection of films every Thursday 6:00 - 8:00pm and every last Friday of the month at 2:00pm, programmed to a new theme every month, voted for by newsletter subscribers.DISCUSSION GROUPThe discussion group takes place every last Thursday of the month 6:00-7:00pm. Come and discuss the movies in a relaxed and informal setting, with biscuits and fellow film fans!The screenings and discussion group are free to attend and open to all – no need to book, and please do bring along a friend if you’d like. Screenings are held in meeting rooms 1&2 on the ground floor of the library, and we always use subtitles when available.To see the full film schedule, as well as the chance to vote on next month's film program,
Dandelions is run by volunteers from Ichthus Forest Hill Church. Their aim is to create a safe and loving environment for parents and young children in our community to have lots of fun with songs, stories and toysFridays 10:15am-11:30am. Term Time only
