Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Trust
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April 2016 W H Merthyr A T Tydfil ’S Leisure Trust O N EnhancingEnhancing liveslives throughthrough leisureleisure andand cultureculture Redhouse Old Town Hall Did you know? REDHOUSE is an arts and creative industries centre situated in the Old Town Hall — a magnificent Grade II* listed building — in the heart of Merthyr Tydfil. REDHOUSE opened to the public on St. David’s Day 2014, following an extensive £8M capital redevelopment programme supported by the Welsh Government, European Regional Development Fund, Heritage Lottery Fund and Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council in association with Miller Argent Emerging in an environment which has suffered years of economic decline, REDHOUSE will become a catalyst for cultural regeneration: awakening the spirit of creative enterprise that was once a hallmark of a venerable town at the centre of the Industrial Revolution in Great Britain. REDHOUSE is open to the public Monday to Saturday 8:30am – 5:30pm, excluding Bank Holidays. There is no charge for visiting the building to look around. April 2 - June 28 Photography by Robert Haines “Once Upon a Time in Wales” and “This Time In Wales” by ROBERT HAINES Y FAENOR Gallery The exhibition space is occasionally used for functions. If travelling, please contact REDHOUSE first to ensure that the gallery will be open to the general public during the time of your planned visit. April 2 7.30pm - 10.30pm Upbeat Sneakers The Young Promoters Network proudly present Upbeat Sneakers who will be returning to Redhouse Cymru in Merthyr Tydfil on Saturday April 2, 2016. The last show was a complete success and sold out weeks before the event. Therefore, to avoid disappointment we would advise you to purchase your ticket as soon as possible. Tickets can be obtained directly from the venue. Alternatively, you can contact any member of the band. Ticket price £5.00 (£7.00 on the door) – Doors Open at 7.00pm – (14+). Special guest support (TBA). As always, keep your ticket to gain exclusive access to the private after party (venue to be confirmed). Enhancing lives through leisure and culture April 6 7.00pm - 11.00pm Open Mic Night The evening starts at 7.00pm in our courtyard. Bring along your instruments or simply come along to enjoy the mellow sounds as you relax with a drink from the bar. Free to artists and audience! April 10 11.00am - 3.00pm Wedding Showcase Let’s Get Hitched Wedding Fayres return to Redhouse with their Spring Wedding Showcase! Have a chat to the knowledgeable exhibitors and plan your perfect day… find everything you need from some of the best suppliers in South Wales! If you’re thinking of getting wed at Redhouse, this is the perfect opportunity to take a tour and speak to our friendly staff. FREE ENTRY Redhouse Performance Academy April 16, 23, 30 10.00am - 1.00pm Redhouse is delighted to announce the arrival of Redhouse Performance Academy!! The brand new stage school specialises in all aspects of live performance including contemporary pop, rock, recording techniques, acting for camera, musical theatre, dance and singing. Emphasis will be put on practical work and performing in productions at Theatr Dowlais, Redhouse. Students will also have the opportunity to be represented by the agency for professional stage and TV work. Age: 6-18 Cost: £10 per session (payable monthly or termly) For further information, please contact: Catherine Jones on 07824162176. Ballroom Dancing Classes Simon Pearson provides expert tuition every Saturday morning in ballroom and Latin dancing for all skill levels. Children 10.00am Adults 11.00am Private Tuition 12.00pm £4 group lessons / £20 private lessons You can keep up to date with all events and activities at the Redhouse by visiting: www.redhousecymru.com Or liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter: Redhouse Cymru Enhancing lives through leisure and culture Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery & Park February 23 - May 1 Art in the Community This Glasbury Art exhibition of artists from the village, students from the local secondary school and recognised artists, all of whom bring enjoyment to the community. April 5 - 6 Peg Toy Making Poor children in the Victorian era made toys out of whatever they could. Come and make your own peg toy. Workshop is free but standard entry fees apply. Drop in workshops so no need to book, waiting times can vary. April 9 10.00am - 4.00pm Willow Basket Weaving Weaving is a skill that fewer and fewer people have. Come to this workshop and learn all about willow basket weaving and create your own to take away with you. Booking is essential. Cost of workshop is £2.00 per person You can keep up to date with all of Cyfarthfa Castle Museum, Art Gallery & Parks events, activities and news by visiting: www.cyfarthfa.com Or liking us on Facebook: Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery Of following us on Twitter: Cyfarthfa Park Enhancing lives through leisure and culture Merthyr Tydfil Public Libraries March 14 - April 8 Water Colour Exhibition Come along to Dowlais Library to view local artist Ken Morgan’s Water Colour views of Merthyr Tydfil. April 1 11.00am - 12.00pm B.B. Taylor & Friends Meet the author B.B. Taylor and her friends; Sox the Racoon, Bubu the Owl and Mort the Fox. Merthyr Central Library Hop-a-Long to your library! Pop along to your library for Easter crafts, stories and fun! Dowlais Library: Tuesday 5 2.30 - 3.30pm Central Library: Wednesday 6 2.00pm - 3.30pm Treharris Library: Wednesday 6 10.30am - 11.30am Aberfan Library: Wednesday 6 10.00am - 11.00am Book Groups Are you looking for a relaxed and friendly book group? Then the library book clubs could be perfect for you. We meet monthly and new members are always welcome! Aberfan Library: Monday 11 11.30am - 12.30pm Dowlais Book Club: Tuesday 12 4.30pm - 5.30pm Dowlais Loose Women: Monday 18 6.00pm - 7.00pm Treharris Book Club: Wednesday 27 5.00pm - 6.00pm Central New Chapters: Wednesday 13 2.00pm - 3.00pm Art Group Dowlais Library: Every Tuesday 3.45pm - 5.45pm For further information contact: 01685 725217 Learn Direct Computing Courses Dowlais Library: Every Monday 2.00pm - 4.00pm For further information contact: 01685 725217 ‘Appy Hour IT Drop-in sessions Dowlais Library: Monday - Friday 11.00am - 12.00pm For further information contact: 01685 725217 Enhancing lives through leisure and culture Bringing Books to Life Every Monday 9.30am - 10.30am Toddlers Every Wednesday 3.30pm - 4.30pm 5-6 year olds A joint project between Merthyr Tydfil Public Libraries and Active Merthyr. Stories, games and physical activities for children . FREE sessions for 10 weeks! Please contact Merthyr Libraries for further information. 01685 353480 Ti a Fi Bi-lingual Story & Rhyme Sessions! All Welcome Dowlais Library: *Every Monday 10.00am - 11.00am Central Library: *Every Tuesday 10.00am - 11.00am For further information contact Vicky: 07483149550 *Term time only Cuppa with a Copper If you have any concerns about the area where you are living or have any queries you would like answered, please come along and meet your local PCSOs / Police. Aberfan Library - Friday 11 1.00pm Aberfan Library - Wednesday 16 3.00pm Aberfan Library - Monday 21 1.00pm Dowlais Library - Every Friday 4.00pm - 5.00pm Lego Club In Lego Club we don’t just build crazy creations we create whole fictional worlds … have a go … you’ll love it … it’s like an actual-physical Minecraft session! Treharris Library: Every Monday 4.00pm - 5.00pm For further information contact: 01685 353483 Work Club For help getting online, using computers, searching for jobs and help with CVs. The sessions are relaxed, informal and friendly and available for anyone who would like to drop in. Central Library: Every Friday 10.00am - 12.00pm Dowlais Library: Every Tuesday 1.30pm - 4.30pm Treharris Library: Every Monday 2.00pm - 4.00pm Aberfan Library: Every Wednesday 1.00pm - 3.00pm Drop-in sessions Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction Surgery 9.30am - 4.00pm Every Tuesday - Treharris Library You do not need to make an appointment and we can help with making initial application, changes in circumstances, and accept additional information you may need to provide to support your current claim. Enhancing lives through leisure and culture Digital Fridays Run by Digital Communities Wales & Merthyr Tydfil Public Library Service, these drop-in sessions are for anyone who needs help and advice for those tricky computer and technology problems, from how to use a smart phone and tablet to working out the latest Windows operating system. The sessions are friendly, relaxed and informal. Aberfan Library: Every Friday 10.00am - 12.00pm Treharris Library: Every Friday 10.00am - 12.00pm Toddler Time Stories, Rhymes, Crafts & fun for Pre-School Children! Central Library: Every Wednesday 10.00am - 11.00am Treharris Library: Every Friday 9.30am - 10.30am Dowlais Library: Every Friday 10.30am - 11.30am Aberfan Library: Every Friday 11.00am - 12.00pm Knit & Natter All welcome, from beginners to experienced knitters. Bring your own wool and knitting needles! Aberfan Library - Every Wednesday 11.00am onwards Dowlais Library - Every Friday 2.00pm - 4.00pm Homework Clubs Help finding books, using our Britannica and Oxford Reference collection, homework projects, with free print-outs / photocopies. Central Library: Every Thursday 3.30pm - 5.30pm Dowlais Library: Every Thursday 3.30pm - 5.30pm Treharris Library: Every Wednesday 3.30pm - 5.30pm Enhancing lives through leisure and culture Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre Aberfan & Merthyr Merthyr Tydfil Vale Community Leisure Centre Centre Monday - Friday Monday - Friday 8.45am - 9.00pm 6.15am - 10.00pm Saturday Saturday 8.45am - 2.00pm 8.00am - 6.00pm (pool closes at 12.30pm) Sunday Sunday 8.00am - 8.00pm 8.45am - 1.00pm (pool closes at 12.30pm) We have a brand new Activity Timetable and GPR Timetable for Merthyr Leisure Centre, and new Membership Packages available starting from £15.00! For details of all our services please visit our website www.merthyrleisure.co.uk Contact reception or pop in to see us for an informal chat! Brand New Junior Timetable! For details of all junior classes held at our centres please contact us on 01685 727476.