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german-ymca.org.uk The Programme Voices in Harmony: Music show for The West London Mission Faith Talk: Council for Christian Unity Brexit Information Beth & Flo Piano Duo Peter’s Music Live: Duo Asteria OCTOBER - NOVEMBER 2018 2 About Us What is the German YMCA in London? Who can take part in our programmes? Founded in 1860, the Association is one of the oldest We are a Christian movement and YMCAs in London and has been part of the English stand for respect and freedom for all, YMCA movement since that time. We are also one tolerance and understanding between of the largest charities with German roots operating people of different faiths, opinions and in England and support the German-speaking and race. local community in a variety of ways, from organised events and programmes, assistance to individuals in We welcome people of different crisis situations, to material and practical support for Christian traditions, those of other other organisations. faiths and those of none. On the following pages you will find details of our Although, because of our Association’s regular programmes and events: our Parent-Toddler heritage, the name contains “German”, group, the au pair Tea Morning, the Anglo-German “Young” and “Men”, we welcome Circle, Schubertiade Concerts, trips and visits, and anyone of any age and nationality, much more. male and female. Our doors are open to all, members and non-members Our home has been in the Lancaster Gate, Bayswater alike. area north of Hyde Park in central London since 1959. Here, in Craven Terrace, is our Association’s centre and What other services do we offer? the Lancaster Hall Hotel. The hotel was opened in 1973 by the German YMCA and offers both the tourist Through our Youth Secretaries and and business traveller an ideal base in central London the Programme Secretary (who is also at affordable prices. the Association’s Chaplain) we aim to give advice to individuals, to those in crisis situations and those just in need of general advice. We also offer an au pair placement service in cooperation with IN VIA and the VIJ in Germany. We try to create a network of people who, through direct contact with each other, are able to support one another on an ongoing basis outside the activities in our centre. Contents About Us 2 News 10 Published by: German Young Men’s Regular Programme: Text For The Month 12 Christian Association for young adults 4 Editorial Team: Uwe Maynard, German-Speaking Alice Melsheimer, Udo Bauer, or young families 5 Rachel Shilson, Barbara von Organisations/Churches 14 Alten General Programme: Services and Contacts 15 Designed by Richard Thurston for young adults 6 for everyone 8 Accommodation and Map 16 © 2018 P8 BethSCHUBERTIADE & Flo • SUNDAY Piano 21ST OCTOBER, 15:00 Duo Voices in Harmony P9 Thursday 4th October, 19:00 Music show for Preceded by dinner, 18:00 P9 (Frikadellen / Large German meatballs) Brexit Information Sunday 18th November, 15:00 8th and 17th October (same event repeated) LIVE AUSTRIAN MUSIC Harmoniemusik & Thursday 29 November, 19:00 Viv Mclean Trio P8 Clarinet, Cello, Piano (clarinet, flute, piano) P9 Saturday 20th October, 12:30 FAITH TALK Thursday 22th November 19:00 Council for Christian Unity P8 Raising funds for P9 Saturday 8th December, 13:00 P9 FUNDS RAISED FOR FRIENDS OF ST MARY’S HOSPITAL, PADDINGTON Peter’s Music Live Wednesday 7th November 14:00 ANNIVERSARY EVENSONG DUO ASTERIA (VIOLIN & PIANO) Sunday 7th October, 18:00 P8 4 Regular Programme: for young adults Jeden Donnerstag treffen sich Au Pairs zum Tea Morning in unserer Youth Lounge, 31 Craven Terrace. Bei Tee, Kaffee und Keksen könnt ihr Kolleginnen oder Kollegen kennenlernen, euch unterhalten und Erfahrungen austauschen. Hier könnt ihr Pläne zur Erforschung Londons schmieden. Infos haben wir reichlich. JEDEN DONNERSTAG, Tea Morning Tea AB 10:30 Whether you are an au pair, student, volunteer or young employee, we would like to invite you to get together, exchange work and life experiences, as well as going out and having fun... For everybody up to the age of 30 who spends some time in and around London. Call 020 3238 2197 for more details for young families 5 Struwwelpeter Mütter und Väter mit kleinen Kindern (0-3 Jahre) treffen sich jeden Mittwoch beim deutschsprachigen “Struwwelpeter”, der Eltern-Kind-Gruppe im German YMCA. Während die Kinder erste Kontakte zu Gleichaltrigen aufnehmen und ihr Umfeld erkunden, haben die Eltern Gelegenheit, es sich bei einer Tasse Kaffee gemütlich zu machen und sich auszutauschen. Eine kleine Spende ist willkommen. jeden Mittwoch, 10:00 - 12:00 BimmelbahnDeutscher After School Club Mit der Bimmelbahn geht es zu verschiedenen Zielen: zum Picknick auf die Wiese, an den See, in den Zoo, auf den Bauernhof und vieles mehr. Dazu gibt es passende Bastelangebote, Kinderlieder und eine Spielecke. für Kinder ab 3 Jahren in Begleitung von Erziehungsberechtigten – kleinere Geschwister können nach Absprache mitgebracht werden Wann: jeweils am 1. und 3. Donnerstag des Monats, nicht in den Schulferien. Beginn ist Donnerstag, 20. September 2018. Ort: German YMCA, Lancaster Hall Hotel, 35 Craven Terrace, London W2 3EL, im Brothers’ Room Bei Interesse bitte anmelden. Weitere Informationen bei Zeit: 16.00 – 17.30 Uhr Barbara oder Rachel unter: Tel: 020 323 82197 oder e-mail: Kosten: empfohlene Spende £3 [email protected] 6 General Programme: for young people Sa 13.10-So 14.10. 07:45 Two-Day-Excursion to Bath/Bristol Come with us and discover the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath, a fascinating place offering Roman Baths, hot springs, the Royal Crescent as well as the beautiful Bath Abbey. After staying at a hostel Sunday’s programme is located at the town of Bristol. We will get an impression of this important British city while visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Brunel Museum and the university. Booking: book your own train tickets as soon as possible, until 1.10. Prices: limited train tickets beginning from £25 incl. Railcard, hostel app. £25, Roman baths app. £16.50, Bristol sights mostly free Meeting point: 7:45 London Paddington Station, further information to follow. We 17.10. Musical ‘Wicked’ 19:30 Wicked tells the incredible story of an unlikely but profound friendship between two girls who first meet as sorcery students at Shiz University: the blonde and very popular Glinda and a misunderstood green girl, Elphaba. This spectacular, multi award-winning stage musical has become the most spellbinding and successful new musical in years. Booking: now open Price: £29.50 (Please pay when booking!) Where: Apollo Victoria Theatre, 17 Wilton Rd, London SW1V 1LG Sa 20.10. DARE TO DIFFER – British Education System 13:30 Wanda Marshall, a secondary school languages teacher currently working in primary schools, will give us an overview of how the educatio n system works in the UK. Booking: guests please book Price: £3 for guests Meeting Point: Lancaster Hall Hotel, 35 Craven Terrace, London W2 3EL Sa 27.10. Emirates Air Line + O2 Arena 17:00 Experience the sunset high in the sky over London. Taking to the air with London’s only cable car is a unique activity in Britain. After going over the Thames we reach the O2 event centre for watching a movie at the Cineworld and having a look at the Sky Studios. Booking: now open Price: Air Line with Oyster Card £4.50; Cinema: depends on the film, Sky Studios free Meeting Point: Royal Victoria Light Rail Station, London E16 1DE Tip: So 28.10. Diwali Festival on Trafalgar Square Celebrating its 16th anniversary Diwali Festival, the Hindu, Sikh and Jain festival of lights, is celebrated with music and stage dance, an authentic street food market, craft and community stalls plus dance, yoga, henna art and much more. www.london.gov.uk/events/2018-10-28/diwali-festival-2018 Tip: Sa 13.10-Mo 5.11. Guy Fawkes and Bonfire Night ‘Remember, remember the fifth of November’ with Bonfire Night fireworks displays in London. In 1605 thirteen young men planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament. Among them was Guy Fawkes, Britain’s most notorious traitor. His capture is commemorated throughout Britain every year on or around the night of November 5th with bonfires and fireworks. More information on ‘Visit London’ and other sites. Sa 10.11. Lo-Co: Jack the Ripper Tour 19:00 It gets cold and foggy in November! We will discover the dark and horrifying places of London by following the trail of Jack the Ripper. The walk lasts approximately two hours. To recover and calm our shattered nerves we might end the outing in a pub. Booking: until 3.11. Price: £ 10 Meeting point: Outside Tower Hill tube station Mo 12.11. Les Miserables 19:30 Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Miserables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. Booking: now open, Price: £ 26 Where: Queens Theatre, Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 6BA Sa 17.11. Dare to Differ: Introducing London 13:30 Do you know London? Steven Szymanski, a blue badge tour guide, will give us an insight into London and its colourful history both for those who are new and those who think they know London. Booking: guests please book Price: £3 for guests Meeting Point: Lancaster Hall Hotel, 35 Craven Terrace, London W2 3EL TIP: We 5.11- Sa 24.11. Wimbledon Museum & Tours 11:00 Go behind the scenes at the All England Lawn Tennis Club, the world’s most famous tennis club and home of The Championships. Be inspired with a visit to Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum and a 90-minute tour of the grounds.