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www.rushmoorschoolsplus.org Rushmoor & Hart Supporting Families e-Newsletter – December 2019 Welcome to the 71st e-Newsletter, with its catchy new name! For the first time the newsletter covers events and activities taking place in Hart as well as Rushmoor. As ever, we ask for articles from many organisations working to support Rushmoor & Hart children, young people and families. We suggest you select the bits of information that are relevant to your own organisation and share these with the people you work with. The newsletter comes out six times each year, just ahead of each school holiday. The next edition will be in early February ready for the Spring half-term. Anyone wanting to be added to the mailing list we have for the newsletter, both to receive any new editions and to get prompts for submitting articles, should contact [email protected] Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy 2019 to everyone working with and supporting children, parents and families in Rushmoor & Hart ****************************** Rushmoor & Hart Supporting Families Showcase, 4th February at Hart District Council Save the date! Tuesday 4th February 9.30am to midday, Council Chamber at Hart DC offices Hart & Rushmoor’s Supporting Families Programme is hosting a local ‘showcase’ event for all providers and professionals involved in the support of children and families in Hart & Rushmoor. Its focus is networking and increased understanding and awareness of local support services. Stallholders will be: School Nursing Service Fleet Phoenix Youth Provision Southern Domestic Abuse (SDA) Hart Housing Services Hart & Rushmoor Family Support Service Dept for Work & Pensions (DWP) Safer North Hampshire (Community Safety) Hampshire HomeStart Just Wellbeing (mental health support for young people) Hampshire Inclusion (alternative education provision) This is an informal, drop-in event, with refreshments available all morning. More information will be available in January. ****************************** 1 WHAT’S ON IN RUSHMOOR & HART Christmas events in Rushmoor Park for free this Christmas To help support our town centres and local traders, you can park for free in most town centre car parks in Aldershot, Farnborough and North Camp on Saturday 21 December and Sunday 15 and 22 December. This covers all council-owned car parks, except for Co-op and East Station Road car parks in Aldershot and Union Street West, Union Street East and the Salisbury Road parking area in Farnborough. Free parking will also be available at The Wellington shopping centre in Aldershot on Sunday 15 and 22 December. ************** Enchanted elf workshops Drop in to The Wellington shopping centre to see the resident cheeky elf for some frosty Christmas fun this December. The workshops are open from 10am to 3pm on Saturday 14 and 21 December. Have you always wanted to be an elf for a day? Why not learn to be an elf and meet Santa himself? Learn some elfy skills that will help Santa to deliver presents around the world! Activities include: • Sat 14 Dec - Make magical reindeer food • Sat 21 Dec - Craft a special reindeer gift Plus every Saturday... • Elf yourself and discover your elf name • Take elfie selfies • Leave your wish on the giant wish list • Post a letter to Santa • Meet Santa in his grotto and show him what you've created Activities may vary, depending on dates. ************** North Town Carol Concert Get into the seasonal spirit for the carol concert on Wednesday 18 December. 6.30pm to 7.30pm. Join us for a carol concert by the Christmas tree at the corner of North Lane and Denmark Street. There’s sing-a-long carols with Cactus Brass, free hot drinks and mince pies, free children’s crafts and a visit from Santa! ************** Carols in the Bandstand concert – Saturday 21st December Local choirs and performers will be spreading Christmas cheer during Aldershot's magical Carols in the Bandstand concert on Saturday 21 December. From 5pm to 6.30pm, featuring a host of seasonal songs, free hot drinks and refreshments in the Aldershot Community Bandstand. The event is being coordinated by the Karuna Coffee team, the Aldershot Community Together residents' group and Aldershot Churches Together with our support. https://www.rushmoor.gov.uk/carolsinthebandstand ************** 2 Princes Mead Christmas events The shopping centre is hosting a dazzling programme of Christmas events throughout the festive season. Visit the Princes Mead shopping centre this Christmas and enjoy some sparkling festive activities. Highlights include: Saturday 14 December Prince Cool Cubs Kids Club Christmas disco party Sunday 15 December Phyllis Tuckwell service to remember Saturday 21 to 24 December Mulled wine, mince pies, Salvation Army Band Choir and Timbrels Please visit the Princes Mead shopping centre website for more information. ****************************** Princes Hall Princes Hall, Princes Way, Aldershot, GU11 1NX. Box office: 01252 329 155 Jack and the Beanstalk – Friday 6th to Tuesday 31st December An action-packed panto that’s fun for all the family "When Jack sells the beloved family cow, for magic beans, he soon discovers they open up an unexpected world of a mysterious land way up in the clouds! Join Jack and his dotty mum Dame Trott as they scale the Beanstalk, outwit the Giant and are reunited with the girl Jack loves.” https://www.princeshall.com/event/83201/jack-and-the-beanstalk Dance Club – term starts Tuesday 14th January Tuesdays 5.30pm, Ages 6-11’s. Term £70 Have you ever wanted to learn to dance? Do you enjoy dancing and want to take part in regular classes? Well Dance Club is a perfect opportunity for you!! Dance Club is different to a dance school as you won’t have to pick (and stick with) one specialist type of dance, or need to have experience in dancing. All abilities are welcome. Not only will you learn new dance moves and routines, but it is a chance to meet new friends, build confidence and learn in a fun and supportive environment. With our expert leader Justine, you will learn new dance moves and skills and work on a number of dance routines that will be performed to parents and friends as a final presentation at the end of the term. https://www.princeshall.com/event/106801/dance-club Dance In A Day - Tuesday 18th February 10am – 4pm, Ages 6 - 10yrs, Tickets: £20 A must for all dance fans, and movers & shakers! Our expert leaders Justine and Sian will give you the opportunity to learn new dance moves and skills, meet new friends, build confidence and work on a number of short choreographed pieces that will be performed to parents at the end of the day. https://www.princeshall.com/event/106201/dance-in-a-day Play In A Day – Mary Poppins - Thursday 20th February 10am – 4pm, Ages 7-11yrs, Tickets: £20 A must for all drama fans! Our expert leader Debi Rush will give you the opportunity to learn new theatrical skills, meet new friends, build confidence and work on a short play that will be performed to parents at the end of the day. https://www.princeshall.com/event/105001/play-in-a-day VIBE – Under16’s club night – Friday 28th February 7.30pm – 11pm, Ages 11 – 16yrs, Tickets: £10 VIBE club nights provide a great night out for 11-16 years olds in a safe and fun environment. With guest appearances, guest DJs, gaming lounge and much more! Make sure you’re up to date with all the VIBE announcements by following us on Facebook and Instagram @VIBEaldershot https://www.princeshall.com/event/105801/vibe **************** 3 Princes Hall Youth Theatre Want to try acting? Interested in theatre? Aged between 5-16? The Princes Hall Youth Theatre could be perfect. * Their weekly classes provide a fun, engaging and exciting environment for children to explore their inner actor. * Help develop new performance skills, whilst playing games, making new friends and acting out stories together. * It is ideal for those who enjoy performing and want to learn more about acting. * It is a great opportunity for those wishing to build their confidence in a relaxed and supportive environment. At the Princes Hall Youth Theatre, the emphasis each week really is on fun and teamwork. The only requirement is an enthusiasm for theatre. Imagine it and act it! Tony, Rachel and Jessica, the Youth Theatre Leaders, are all experienced actors and teachers. They are all passionate and enthusiastic and love helping the children learn and perform. At the end of each term there is a presentation to parents, family and friends. A chance for the children to share with you, what they have learned, in a low key, low pressure environment. The Youth Theatre meets: 5 - 8 Years Saturdays, 10.30am to 12.00pm 5 - 8 Years Saturdays, 12.30pm to 2.00pm 9 - 11 Years Saturdays, 10.30am to 12.30pm 9 - 11 Years Saturdays, 1.00pm to 3.00pm 12 - 16 Years Tuesdays, 7.00pm to 9.00pm The cost for each term is £90. 'Try It' Session If you're not sure about joining for a term, then why not ask about a 'Try it' first session? Give Sian a call on 01252 327 671 and pay just £8 for one session to give it a go, before committing. If you decide to stay for the rest of the term (which we're sure you will) we'll then deduct the 'Try it' session payment from the term fee. Want to know more or apply today? Follow this link now: - https://www.princeshall.com/youththeatre or email [email protected] ****************************** Scrooge – Pantomime at Basingstoke Discovery Centre Tuesday 17th December 2019, 5.30pm Hampshire Libraries is delighted to present Gerry Graham's adaptation of 'A Christmas Carol' which becomes 'Scrooge - A Christmas Panto' Containing all the time-honoured pantomime components, some well-chosen music, and with a nifty twist or two in the story.