January / February / March 2019 What s on at Wimbledon Guild Activities, talks and trips

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1 January / February / March 2019 at Wimbledon Guild Activities, talks and trips Weekly timetable inside! A local charity supporting people in Merton wimbledonguild.co.uk

2 Tap dance your way to a happier & healthier life Bring out your inner Fred or Ginger with our new, adapted tap dance classes. 1st Class Kirsty Fuller, our tutor and former 42nd St dancer, will ensure you re having fun whilst also improving your balance, strength and co-ordination. It s never too late to learn, no experience or tap shoes necessary! 6-week pilot on Mondays starting 14 th January :30 Drake House Hall 5 per class (First class free, your feedback on this session will help shape the rest of the programme) Booking essential as places are limited Hooray for Hollywood! Valentine s Tea Party Quite frankly my dears, we do give a damn! We re rolling out the red carpet and putting on the glitz for all you stars out there. Here s looking at you, kid! Thursday 14 th February HomeFood Wimbledon Guild 5 includes star-studded savouries and sensational sweet treats! Booking essential as places are limited

3 FOOD FOR THOUGHT Talks to enlighten, entertain and inspire you Every 10.45am Where? Guild House, SW19 4EF January 8 th Jan 15 th Jan 22 nd Jan 29 th Jan The Art of Painting - with local artist Jo Holdsworth. Jo talks about her art experience and shares tips on how to get started as an artist. The Man and his Music, 100 years of Leonard Bernstein - with Judith Kasriel. Judith shares highlights of Bernstein s genius as a composer, musician and pianist. Across the Net and Through the Hoops - with Rosie Milne. Rosie talks us through the 150th anniversary of The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. February 5 th Feb 12 th Feb 19 th Feb 26 th Feb Winter Days on Wonderful Wimbledon Common - with Peter Haldane. Wimbledon and Putney Commons Ranger Peter delights us with more seasonal tales about this 1140-acre amazing open space. Latvia and the Balkans - with Roger Squires. More insightful travelogues from the ever-entertaining Roger. The Diplomat s Wife - with Pippa Raven. Back by popular demand, Pippa shares more tales of diplomatic postings overseas. March 5 th Mar 12 th Mar 19 th Mar 26 th Mar The Silk Route, Part 2 - with Peter Ward. Author Peter continues the story of his iconic journey. The Google Revolution - by Robin Raven. Social media specialist Robin, explains how Google, Facebook and other online companies are changing the news industry. Henry Moore s Helmet Head Series The Untold Story - with Norton from The Wallace Collection. Norton reveals Henry Moore s lifelong fascination with armour at The Wallace Collection and how it inspired the renowned sculptor.

4 at Wimbledon Guild January / February / March 2019 Time Activity Description Venue Cost Mondays Active Exercise Keep moving and feel great with our specially tailored class Drake House Hall Knitting Club All abilities welcome at our friendly club Guild Lounge Art Group Bring out the inner artist with our fun, informal creative group Get Up and Go Exercise for over 55 s Keep fit and flexible, help to avoid falls and support recovery Louie Black House (SW19) South Mitcham Community Centre CR4 3PR Table Tennis Play your way to a sharp mind and a flexible body Drake House Senior Exercise Gentle exercise focusing on joint mobility, suppleness and balance Drake House Hall Active Stroke Exercise (Level 2) This class is designed as a progression from Level 1 Drake House Hall Stroke Club Share experiences, be supported and socialise at this friendly club Guild Lounge Tap Dance New! 6 week pilot. Improve your mind and muscle strength 1st class. Booking essential Drake House Hall 5.00 Tuesdays Art Group Bring out the inner artist with our fun tutored group Drake House Pilates Toning and strengthening your body inside and out Drake House Hall Food for Thought Inspiring and entertaining speakers, presentations and workshops Guild Lounge Pilates Toning and strengthening your body inside and out Drake House Hall Yoga Movement and meditation to increase strength, flexibility and enhance wellbeing Drake House Hall Bridge Club All levels welcome at this fun club Guild Lounge Wednesdays IT Courses 6 week courses for all levels. Call for more information, booking essential Drake House course All Things Italian Learn about the culture, history, food and, of course, language Guild Lounge Mixed Ability Exercise A fun and friendly class to keep fit and flexible Drake House Hall Stroke Exercise (Level 1) Supporting recovery and increasing your mobility, stability and physical fitness Drake House Hall Mobile & Tablet Workshop Confused by technology? Let us help you, booking essential Guild Lounge Guild House Club Popular club led by the lively and well informed Michael Bebb Guild Lounge 2.50 Thursdays IT Courses 6 week courses for all levels. Call for more information, booking essential Drake House course Tai Chi Gentle exercise using natural movements Drake House Hall Remember When Make friends and share experiences, refreshments included Guild Lounge Games Keep your mind active with our fun and informal games Guild Lounge Scrabble Club Keep your memory sharp and make friends at our fun and informal Scrabble Club HomeFood Café 1.50 Fridays Chess, Checkers and Games Get Up and Go One of the best ways to keep sharp is to play games! HomeFood Café Exercise for over 55 s Keep fit and flexible, help to avoid falls and support recovery South Mitcham Community Centre CR4 3PR Yoga Movement and meditation to increase strength, flexibility and enhance wellbeing. Includes matwork Drake House Hall Men s Space Drop by to share stories, interests, jokes and the news Guild Lounge Table Tennis Play your way to a sharp mind and a flexible body Drake House French Fridays Learn about the culture, history, food and of course language Guild Lounge Mobile & Tablet Workshop Confused by technology? Let local students help you, booking essential HomeFood Café Guild Lounge and HomeFood Café, Guild House, 30/32 Worple Road, Wimbledon SW19 4EF Drake House (behind Guild House) 44 St Georges Road, Wimbledon SW19 4ED Please note classes may be subject to change, particularly over holiday periods. Please register if attending Wimbledon Guild for the first time. It s free!

5 Trips Places are limited so please book in advance January Military Music Museum, Richmond A unique collection spanning 200 years, including a bugle that sounded at the Charge of the Light Brigade! Followed by lunch at Pembroke Lodge. Tuesday 30th January Depart WG Return approx incl. transport, entrance & guided tour. Lunch at own expense. February Handel & Hendrix in London These two musical icons lived next door to each other in Mayfair separated only by 200+ years and a wall! Friday 22nd February Depart Wimbledon Station Return approx incl. entrance & guided tour of both residences. Travel via public transport at own expense. March Holly Lodge: School, Pharmacy & Soap Making Workshop Tour of Victorian school and pharmacy incl. soap making workshop, and a meander in Richmond Park (weather permitting). Wednesday 13th March Depart WG Return approx incl. tour & refreshments, workshop & transport. Lunch at own expense. Book Now on: activities@wimbledonguild.co.uk or contact Mel or Olivia on: #WimbledonGuild Wimbledon Guild, Guild House, 30/32 Worple Road,Wimbledon, London SW19 4EF wimbledonguild.co.uk Activity information was correct at the time of going to print. Wimbledon Guild. A Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England Reg. No Registered Charity No