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New! Jewellery courses for two in local studio near Loughborough Junction!

Whether you're best friends, partners, mother-daughter pairs, or any other duo, come join me for a delightful jewellery making experience in the cozy atmosphere of a South London jewelry studio, just 1 minute from Loughborough Junction! Leave with your own stunning, one-of-a-kind jewelry piece ready to wear! Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, these courses offer a personalised learning environment where you’ll explore techniques like sand casting and wax carving and create your own jewellery in silver and gemstones. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to unleash your creativity and dive into the world of jewellery making together! To secure your spot click on the link below: https://www.aureliedellasantajewellery.com/jewellerycourses Courses start from mid-April and are offered on various dates and weekdays.

Thinking with compost and mycelium: a talk and workshop with @fungi.futures

Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses Brockwell Park, Herne Hill, London, United Kingdom

Join us for an introductory session on the fascinating world of fungi, mycelium networks and the ‘wood wide web’ with community organiser, fungi enthusiast and writer, Maymana Arefin, aka @fungi.futures. All levels of knowledge and none are very welcome! Maymana will summarise her research about mycorrhizal fungi and what we can learn from their networks as humans. We will then explore the compost, meet and connect with the vibrant, interconnected web of non-human life at Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses. Come along for an evening of conversation, community and nature connection, deep diving into themes of social justice and mutual aid. Tickets are Pay What You Can from £5  |  Book here

£5 – £15

Our Garden In The City: Sunday Morning Creative Writing

Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses Brockwell Park, Herne Hill, London, United Kingdom

Join local writer, poet and experienced creative writing tutor, Tracey Hammett, to explore your writing, generate new ideas, find inspiration and meet new people in this two hour Creative Writing workshop for adults. During the session we will be using the Community Greenhouses as a backdrop to explore connections between people, landscapes and stories – real and imagined. There will be short exercises and prompts to help you generate ideas, keep your writing flowing and add some new tools to your writer’s tool kit. There’ll be opportunities to share your writing too! The emphasis is on creativity, and fun in a beautiful environment. Book here

£25 – £35

Ballet Bears

fison fitness studio 2 280 Milkwood Rd, London, United Kingdom

Little Orchard Academy of Dance starts with their ‘Ballet Bears’ class Friday 6th Sept ongoing every Friday during school term. 11-11:30am for toddlers ages 2.5-3.5. Book via Happity: https://www.happity.co.uk/little-orchard-academy-of-dance

£10

CAP Job Club

St Paul's Church, Herne Hill, SE24 9LY St. Pauls Church, Herne Hill, LONDON, London, United Kingdom

We are running a 4 week job club in January at St Paul's Herne Hill.  Contact rebeccaslewis@capuk.org to book your place.

Pilates for Beginners: Wednesdays 8.30pm

St Barnabas Church 40 Calton Avenue, Dulwich, United Kingdom

Pilates for Beginners: Wednesdays 8.30pm Is This You? Curious about how Pilates can help you feel more energised and balanced? Have you been wanting to try Pilates but aren’t sure where to start? Have you been advised to strengthen your core, but you’re not sure where to begin? Are you searching for a holistic approach to movement and fitness that nurtures your body and mind? Starting Wednesdays, January 22nd 2025 Wednesdays, 8.30pm 6 Weeks course  £108.00 - £114.00 St Barnabas Centre, Calton Avenue, SE21 7DG Our beginner’s Pilates course is the perfect place to start. Led by a certified Pilates teacher and registered osteopath with extensive rehabilitation experience, this course introduces you to the fundamentals of Pilates in a safe and friendly group setting. With small class sizes, you’ll receive personalised guidance and support every step of the way. Our goal is to help you improve movement quality, build strength, and enhance stability—creating a solid foundation for more advanced Pilates exercises. Please note: You must be able to get on and off a mat on the floor without assistance

£108.00 – £114.00

The Life Course

St Paul's Church, Herne Hill, SE24 9LY St. Pauls Church, Herne Hill, LONDON, London, United Kingdom

Life Course what is it? The Life Course is a series of evenings where we look at the question:  What does our best life look and feel like? If you’ve ever thought is there more to life than this? If you’re curious about life and spirituality or are looking for fellow freethinkers, the Life Course is for you. how does it work? Each week begins with a meal before hearing a short talk. The talk helps to spark ideas and conversations that follow in smaller discussion groups of like-minded people. It’s non-judgmental. It’s not about forcing you into some set of beliefs. We don’t want your money. Everyone is welcome. when and where? Tuesdays evenings | 7.30pm Beginning Tuesday January 28th – 11th March, with an optional weekend Friday 28th February – Sunday 2nd March. St Paul’s Herne Hill, SE24 9LY The course is free with an optional donation for dinner Please sign up via eventbrite

Milling and Baking Day – Brixton Windmill

Brixton Windmill 100 Blenheim Gardens, London, United Kingdom

Sunday 23 February, 10.30am to 4.30pm Ever wondered how flour is still produced by Brixton Windmill?  Join a small group for a unique full day experience making flour and sourdough bread with our Brixton Windmill millers and Harvey from Camberwell's Toad Bakery. Make your own traditional stone ground flour in London’s last working mill and use it to make your own loaf of bread. Lunch is included. Book via https://www.brixtonwindmill.org/events/milling-and-baking-day-at-brixton-windmill/ Last date for booking is 31 January.

£85.00

Pilates for Beginners: Thursdays 10.30am 

St Barnabas Church 40 Calton Avenue, Dulwich, United Kingdom

Pilates for Beginners: Thursdays 10.30am  Is This You? You’ve been told to improve your strength and flexibility but don’t know where to start. Waking up with aches and pains feels like your new normal. You’re unsure how to relieve persistent back tension or sore shoulders. Starting Thursday, February 27th 2025  6 Weeks course  £108.00 - £114.00 St Barnabas Centre, Calton Avenue, SE21 7DG This daytime beginner’s Pilates course offers a welcoming space to learn the fundamentals of mat Pilates in a friendly and supportive setting. It’s perfect for anyone new to Pilates, returning after a break, or wanting to refresh the basics. Taught by a certified Pilates teacher and registered osteopath with extensive rehabilitation experience, the small class sizes ensure personalised guidance throughout. You’ll work on improving joint mobility, building strength, and enhancing stability—providing a solid foundation for more advanced exercises. Please note: You’ll need to be able to get on and off the mat independently.

£108.00 – £114.00

Psalms & Stretches

St Saviour's Church, Herne Hill road, London, SE24 0AY St Saviour's Church, London, London, United Kingdom

Every Wednesday, in term time, we are running a weekly exercise class called ‘Psalms & Stretches’ which is run by its founder, Ruth Carpenter.  Ruth is a qualified Pilates and fitness instructor with nearly 15 years of experience teaching a variety of different group exercise classes.  ‘Psalms and Stretches’ is a gentle exercise class combining movement with meditation on the Bible, from the Psalms. Watch our video to find out more: https://youtu.be/wsi6OAVtm9A?si=Lmg4aPG5or26V7f2 When? 7pm, Wednesdays Where? St Saviour’s Church Cost? £10 suggested donation, but give whatever you can afford Also, please bring your own mat, if possible. If you plan to attend, please let us know in advance, if possible, by completing this registration form and Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire : https://forms.gle/xBJyEQvy3ZfJeHk49

£10

Gong Bath Fundraiser – Sound Healing and Meditation

21 Effra Parade , United Kingdom

On this immersive sound journey we’ll travel through transcendental landscapes, with the help of meditation, visualisation and music. The sounds of the gong, singing bowls and autoharps (to name just a few) will ease you into a state of profound relaxation, where you might explore images, colours and memories. As you listen with your whole being, all the creases and frayed ends are smoothed, so that you leave feeling blissful, and more in touch with your depths. Suitable for those new to meditation, and experienced practitioners alike.

£25

Introduction to Buddhism and Meditation – 6-week course

21 Effra Parade , United Kingdom

Are you curious about Buddhism? Join our six-week introductory course starting Wednesday 29 October. This course is an experiential guide where you will discover who the Buddha was and learn about his core teachings. We’ll put the teachings into context, and then into practice. Discover how meditation, as part of this Buddhist path, can open up new perceptions of the world we experience. Each week's teaching will include discussions and meditation, along with suggestions for personal practice you can do at home. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the goals and practices followed by Buddhists. It is designed for those wanting to explore Buddhism and deepen their meditation practice. The course is suitable for both individuals with prior meditation experience and complete beginners. Booking essential https://www.tickettailor.com/events/brixtonbuddhistcommunity/1856113

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