Connecting Celebrating and Moving Forward Together
Exciting news! From Monday 8th November we will be holding a week of events, partially funded by the National Lottery Local Connections Fund, to mark the community sprit demonstrated by, amongst others, our charity, DuCS and Project Cheer since March 2020. We are inviting people we have supported along with our wonderful volunteers and representatives of other village groups to celebrate with us at the Weston Centre. Do look out for your invitation.
Minibus excursions
The eagerly anticipated inaugural minibus trip took place on Thursday 19th August. The destination was Derby’s newly reopened Museum of Making. The visit was enjoyed by all.
On 8th September a second trip, this time to the National Memorial Arboretum, benefited from glorious sunshine. Plans altered at the last minute due to a visit by the Duchess of Gloucester, but a good time was had with plenty of time to explore the grounds and memorials.
Look out for further excursions.
Our minibus has a wheelchair lift. We ask that people with mobility issues are accompanied by someone who can assist them. For further information and bookings contact Emma on 07759 467092 or email minibus@westoncentre.org.uk for more information.
Art Group
We are delighted to report that our Art Group is up and running! The atmosphere is relaxed and supportive with all abilities and experience welcome. Sessions cost £3.00 and run from 1.30-3.30pm on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. Contact Emma for a place or more information.
Film showings
On Thursday 7th October we will be showing ‘A Private Function’ written by Alan Bennett and featuring Michael Palin and Maggie Smith. Set in post-war Yorkshire, food rationing continues leading a couple to become embroiled in the flourishing black market by abducting a pig.
On Thursday 4th November why not come and see ‘Ice Cold in Alex’ starring Sylvia Sims, John Mills and Anthony Quale. Set in 1942 a tired and thirsty ambulance army officer tries to escape during the hot western desert campaign. All he can dream of is having an ice-cold beer when he gets to Alexandria, but one of his crew might be a Nazi spy.
Doors open at 1.30pm. We ask for a donation of £3 to cover costs. Please call Sandra on 01332 928577 to reserve a place.
Coffee mornings
We continue to open for tea and coffee each Monday to Friday (except bank holidays) between 10.00am and midday. A bottomless cup is £1.00 and you are assured a warm welcome. Masks can be removed once seated. No booking is required.
iPad classes
Our iPad classes are proving to be very popular with the second course, due to start in October, already full. We are taking bookings for a third course planned for the New Year. Contact Sarah on 01332 840 349 or email sarah.sdm@westoncentre.org.uk if you would like to join our classes or are able to help with coaching.
To hire the Weston Centre or minibus contact Emma on 07759 467092 or email minibus@westoncentre.org.uk for more information.
