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‘What’s On’ South Newsletter January 2020 Compiled by the Community Inclusion Service The enclosed information will be discussed at the What’s On Community Meeting, held on the third Thursday of every month at St Andrews Church, Brownley Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester 22 0DW Meeting, Thursday 16th January 2020 12 – 1 pm. Come along and find out what’s going on in and around your community meeting. Meet people, have a coffee and a chat. ‘What’s On’ Newsletter January 2020 A snapshot of activities going on in South Manchester Connect When it comes to wellbeing, other people matter. Evidence shows that good relationships with family, friends and the wider community, are important for mental wellbeing. Peer support social network group Monday (1st Monday of every month only) Drop-in at the Forum Café 1-2pm. Tuesday Battery Park, Wilbraham Rd, M21 Drop in, in the morning Free. Drop-In, Tuesday The Tree of Life Centre Drop-in, Greenbrow Road, Newall Green, M23 2UE (meet at the café) 12-2pm. Friday Social Networking morning at the ‘Parrswood’, Parrswood Road, Didsbury. Free Cafe Q, lunch meet up, Church Road, Northenden 12.00 Drop In at St Andrews House, Brownley Road M22 ODW 12.00 – 2.00 Saturday Self Help Drop-In, 9 Self Help Services, Wythenshawe Forum 10–12:00 Chinese New Year 2020 Saturday 25 – Sunday 26 January 2020 Welcome in the Year of the Rat in Manchester Celebrate Chinese New Year with a weekend packed full of fun and fortune. Featuring Manchester’s famous red lanterns, a glittering golden dragon, live performances and the legendary Dragon Parade. Giant Golden Dragon Head to St Ann’s Square to catch a glimpse of the 50ft giant, glittering Golden Dragon that has taken up residence for the weekend. The Dragon Parade Follow the Chinese New Year Parade led by a spectacular 175-foot dragon from Albert Square to Chinatown, where you’ll find traditional lion dances, street food, stalls, live performances, a funfair and fantastic fireworks finale. www.visitmanchester.com/chinesenewyear Over 50s Come to our cosy social group where you can enjoy activities that will improve your confidence to interact with others - through chatting, singing, chair-based exercise and other fun sensory experiences. Led by Speech & Language Therapist, Alison, and assisted by other experienced dementia support staff, the group aims to help people living with dementia to communicate and interact with more confidence and to enjoy group activities geared to their abilities Tuesdays 1.45-3.30pm Mitchell Gardens, Hollyhedge Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M22 4GQ For more information contact Alison: 07855 470073 or Together Dementia Support: 0161 226 7186 Vegan Luncheon Club - Vegetarian for Life and Age UK Manchester are providing a two course vegan meal for vegetarians, vegans and meat-reducers aged 65 and over for £3.50 per person. Dates for 2020 are the 14 and 28 January, 11 and 25 February, 10 and 24 March, 14 and 28 April 12 and 26 May, 9 and 23 June At: Crossacres Resource Centre, 1 Peel Hall Road, Manchester, M22 5DG To book your place contact V for Life on 0161 257 0887, or email: [email protected] What do you think? 50 + Discussion Group. Make new friends. Exercise your brain. Laughter and fun. Free, pop along discussion group. Refreshments provided. Forum Library, Forum Square, Wythenshawe, M22 5RX. Meeting room 1. 10.30 am – 12 pm. (2nd Tuesday of every Month) The Didsbury Ladies PROBUS Club – Ladies are you retired or semi-retired and looking to join a group for fellowship and friendship of like-minded people, then consider joining the Didsbury Ladies Probus Club. We meet fortnightly on Mondays at 2.30 PM (Refreshments at 2 PM) at East Didsbury Methodist Church, Parrs Wood Road, Manchester, M20 5QQ. You would be welcome at any of our meetings. For further information please contact Joan Woodall on 0161 434 2532. LADYBARN’S OVER 50’S SOCIAL CLUB - Wednesdays 12.30 – 2.30pm. A light lunch and free activities. £2.50 (arts & crafts, singing, quizzes and more). Thursdays 12.30 – 2.30pm. A two course meal & free prized Bingo. £4.50 Ladybarn Community Hub, Royle Street, M14 6RN. For more information call 0161 224 3733 or email [email protected] Discussion Group with Ria - Thursdays 1 -2.15pm. Reminiscence’ means sharing life experiences, memories and stories from the past. Varying topics each week ranging from reminiscence to present day issues. Free. Everyone Welcome! No need to book, just turn up. Held in the café at Crossacres Resource Centre, 1 Peel Hall Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester 22 5DG. Phone 0161 498 8266 Exercise Classes for Older People - Over 65? Want to get fitter, have some fun and enjoy new company? Improve your balance, strength and flexibility. Classes available: Monday afternoon 1.30 – 2.30pm with instructor, Karen. Seated and standing exercises, simple movements to a variety of music for fairly mobile older people. Wednesday afternoon 1.30 – 2.30pm with instructor, Josie. Slightly more vigorous class for older people, mixture of balance and cardio work and some seated as well as standing work. Friday morning 10 – 11am with instructor, Don. Seated exercise class for older people with more mobility difficulties. Some transport assistance available for this class. All classes are at Wilbraham St Ninians Church, 132 – 134 Egerton Road South, Chorlton, Manchester 21 0XJ. The sessions are great fun. You will need to wear light clothing and flat shoes. Tea/coffee provided afterwards. For more information telephone Chorlton Good Neighbours Co-ordinator Helen Hibberd on 0161 881 2925 or Email: [email protected] Get a move on….Specialised Keep Fit for the over 50’s - Join Age UK Manchester for a weekly drop in fitness class offering fun and unique ways of exercising. Janice (Jazzy J) will cater for any ability or level of fitness. It’s for everybody! Every Tuesday: Chair-based Exercise 1.30pm-2.30pm. Fun and exercise (including gym induction) 2.30pm-3.30pm. Meet new people and make new friends whilst improving your fitness and mobility. Each session costs just £2 with members attending free of charge. Crossacres Resource Centre, 1 Peel Hall Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester 22 5DG. Self Help Group - Friday mornings 10.30am – 12.30pm. Worrying and feeling sad doesn’t have to be part of your daily life. There is something you can do about it “. Come along to our older adult’s wellbeing workshop (65 plus). A qualified practitioner will give you practical tools to help improve wellbeing, reduce worries, manage stress and feel happier in your life. Crossacres Resource Centre, 1 Peel Hall Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester 22 5DG. Phone: 0161 498 8266 Fabulous Forgetful Friends – A group which empowers and raises awareness for people with dementia. It is part of “Together Dementia Support”. The group offers support to talk about issues that concern people with dementia, have lunch in addition to a monthly fun trip out in their mini bus. The 3rd Tuesday of each month at Chorlton Central Church, Barlow Moor Road, M21 8BF. Welcome to Wythenshawe Dementia Café - First Wednesday of the month from 1pm-3pm. Do you care for someone with dementia? Would you like to learn more about dementia? Come and join Admiral Nurses, Dementia Support Advisers, Manchester Carers Forum for a cuppa and a chat in a relaxed and friendly environment. This is a ‘safe’ place bringing people with dementia and their family carers together in the community. Here you can get support and meet other people in the same situation as you. It’s a place to make new friendships. Dementia Café Dates: Wednesdays 4th September, 2nd October, 6th November and the 4th December. Village 135 (Extra Care Facility), Hollyhedge Road, Wythenshawe, M22 4QN. For more information contact Gill, Bridget, or Theresa on 0161 219 2336 Infinite Tai Chi for Over 50's - Wednesday Mornings 10:30 - 11:30 am. Cost is £3.00 per class. Grove Lane Court , Grove Lane, Didsbury. In all classes wear comfortable clothing for easy movement and wrap warm for relaxation. Classes are taught in block sessions. A minimum of 5 people is required to run a session. Always listen to your body and rest at any time you need to during class. Please contact Gloria Hanson on 07870 335 348 or Peggy Foster on 0161 434 0371 or Email: [email protected] Over 50’s Table Tennis - Every Wednesday 10am-11am. This weekly table tennis session is open to anyone over the age of 50. Led by experienced coach Dennis Bradshaw. It’s a great way to stay active, learn new skills and meet new people. For more information email [email protected] or ask at reception. Withington Baths, 30 Burton Road, Withington, M20 3EB. Telephone 0161 478 1181 Creative arts – From Memory Books to Future Boxes. This creative arts workshop offers adult learners the opportunity to capture precious memories, hopes and dreams for the future in beautiful handmade books and boxes. The perfect workshop for adults who have treasured items, which are tucked away and have most likely been forgotten about. From old letters and family photographs, to children's drawings and pressed leaves. This workshop is available across the north of England. We can also create a workshop especially for you – taking your budget, timeframes and location into consideration. You can call the Street Style Surgery on 07793 633 003 or email: www.streetstylesurgery.co.uk Acting Up invites you to an over 50’s Drama Group – Every Wednesday from 1-3pm at Westcroft Community Centre, Burnage, M20 6EF. All travel costs and refreshments are provided. If you would like to get involved or have any questions please contact Jemma at [email protected] or 07598 860882 www.sonderradio.com ‘Sing Out! - The over 50’s Choir meets on Thursday between 1.30pm and 2.45pm at St Anthony’s Church, Portway, Wythenshawe, M22.
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