Community
READING YOUTH SUMMER ACTIVITIES
This summer, Reading Voluntary Action has put together a full schedule of free events just for you! From football to drama, music to bikes – we have it all. If you fancy trying something new, or if you want to explore your favourite hobby further, then sign up today! What are you waiting for?! All…
Read MoreNew Directions College – Caring for Children Level 2 @ Whitley
Gain a qualification to work with children i.e. a childminder, teaching assistant or working in a nursery. Creche available. New term starts September 2019. Who to contact Telephone: 0118 9373894E-mail: [email protected] Notes: Spaces limited book early – a free creche is available. Where to go Whitley Childrens Centre252 Northumberland AvenueReadingRG2 7QA Time / Date Details When…
Read MoreSouth Reading Community Hub Celebrates First Birthday
A COMMUNITY hub in Whitley has become an essential part of the neighbourhood within its first year. South Reading Community Hub first opened its doors in June 2018 and is already a popular meeting place for a variety of different groups and provides a range of services for local people. Reading Borough Council is investing…
Read MoreNational Volunteers’ Week
Volunteers‘ Week is a chance to celebrate and say thank you for the fantastic contribution millions of volunteers make across the UK. It takes place 1-7 June every year and is an opportunity to celebrate volunteering in all its diversity. Whitley Community Development Association and Whitley Social Club & Cafe would like thank all our dedicated volunteers for their…
Read MoreCEO of Local Trust – Matt Leach – visit in Whitley
Last week we’ve had a visit from Matt Leach, CEO of Local Trust. Matt oversees the operations of Local Trust, leading the staff team and working closely with the board on strategy and governance. Matt came to visit Whitley Community Development Association – meet the trustees, staff, volunteers, local residents and the many partners –…
Read MoreConversation Cafe
Starting Wednesday, 5 June 2019 – we invite you to Conversation Cafe Every Wednesday 1.00 pm to 2.30 pm at Whitley Community Cafe Sessions are FREE ! Join this friendly group, build confidence in speaking, share a cuppa. Children are welcome if supervised by adult Working in partnership with these organisations:
Read MoreLearning for Work Information Evening
From 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm on Tuesday 18th June Come along for information about courses and gaining qualifications, support getting into work or advice on career change. We offer: vocational qualifications; working in schools or nurseries; leadership & management, IT and office skills employability skills and support, budgeting and bookkeeping work placement and apprenticeship…
Read MoreNature Walk Challenge
WHAT? Three days of walks Guided nature walks Totally free to participate DAY 1: 20 min walk with us DAY 2 & DAY 3: 20 min walk on your own Complete some questionnaires before and after walks WHO? We are looking for adults living locally to take part in our research WHY? Walking can have…
Read MoreAre you interested in getting a new qualification?
Are you interested in getting a new qualification but need childcare for an under 5? New Directions South Reading offer Adult Learning Courses for September 2019 and can provide a FREE creche for under 5’s – on site, Ofsted registered creche with qualified staff to care for your children whilst you learn. Through Reading Children’s…
Read MoreMarvellous Mums
An overview of our work with women and partners to develop confidence
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