These groups need a Community Resource Team referral (see “About CRT”) and for a Rethink staff member to meet with you before attending the group.
Ring Rethink for more information on 766193
Conservation Volunteer group
In the summer we will be based on portland with a monthly session at Lorton Meadows – Very active group – staff led Every Wednesday 10am – 1pm
Nature In Focus – walking Nature photography group – staff led Every Monday 10.30 – 12.30
Sunday Lunch Club – every 2 weeks – variety of settings. Volunteer led. Sunday 12.00 – 2pm every fortnight
3R Cycles – Rethink, Recycle, Ride – Cycle workshop on the Granby. Reconditions bikes, services & repairs. If you are interested in getting involved call Rethink on 766193. Also looking for old bikes to recondition. ON HOLD
PROJECTS & ACTIVITIES
| Men’s Group | Meet weekly at present. Venues, times and dates subject to change. Give us a call. | Contact Jack Galbraith01305 766237 |
| African DrummingAt The Leon Centre | Fortnightly. Mondays, 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm. £1.00 / session. 14th & 28th May. | Contact Brian Woods to book 01305 766237 |
| Sailing with SailLazer£8 cost (rather than £30) | 2 hour session with qualified instructor, Water proof outer clothing provided wear warm clothes bring spare clothing and footwear in case you get wet. Wear wellington boots if possible – need 3 people to go ahead | Book your place early if you are interested by contacting Theresa Stokes on 01305 766237 |
| NEW! Coming in June – Zorbing | Only two places for this exciting experience – bargain price of £8.50 per person – to be harnessed into a Zorb together! Interested? Payment required on booking. | Contact Theresa Stokes 01305 766237 |
| NEW! Gig Rowingwith the Portland Gig club £3 cost | 30min/1hour session with qualified Coxswain on Portland Harbour, advised to wear warm clothing and gloves. Free use of sailing club shower facilities if required. Please book early if you are interested | Contact Theresa Stokes01305 766237 |
| Walk About | Active walking group using league of friend’s minibus. Staff input at present time. Every Tuesday1.30 – 4.00 pm £2.00 | Contact Brian Woods01305 766237 |
| Knitting & Crochet Group | Meeting fortnightly on Wednesdays upstairs at the Leon Centre. (2nd & 16th May) Bring your own needles and wool. Tuition for beginners on hand. This is a service user led project with staff support. | Contact Julie Jackson01305 766237 |
| Kayaking – For experienced kayakers or first timers.Upper body strength advised | Kayaking with Weymouth Sports. No instructor out on the water but supervised from the shore by kayak company, staff member will be present. £5.00 | Contact Theresa Stokes01305 766237 |
| Fishing – On Hold till further notice Learn fishing from the basic all the way through to preparing the fish. | All equipment provided Cost £5Limited spaces. | Contact Theresa Stokes 01305 766237 |
| NEW!Juggling | Come along and give this new and exciting activity ago, for free! | Contact Sharon Cunningham01305 766237 |
| NEW!Rock ClimbingA bargain at £10 for 2hrs | Exciting but challenging taster activity with qualified tutor. All equipment supplied. | Contact Theresa Stokes 01305 766237 |
| NEW! Creative Writing10 week corse starts Thurs 10th May 2.30 – 4.00pm. | 10 week course creative writing course. £3 / week at DAL. Run by Janice. | Contact Brian Woods01305 766237 |
| Spirit of Life Band - live music band. If you play an instrument come along and join us. Staff input at present time. | Wednesday mornings at Westham Methodist Church Contact Julie Jackson 01305 766237£2.00 | |
| Tout Quarry – Active art group. Opportunities to learn new art based skills and to exhibit regularly. Volunteer led. | Every Tuesday at Drill Hall on Portland£3.00 Contact Brian Woods 01305 766237 | |
| ‘Time 4 Women’ / ‘Dollies’ – community women’s groups – Meet weekly for friendship and support | Meet weekly on a Friday or a Monday. Fridays at Criterion where after 2 sessions you can get a discount card giving 10% off in the café. Contact Theresa Stokes 01305 766237 | |
| Wellbeing Weymouth Websitewww.wellbeingweymouth.org.uk. | CRT Community website. Contact us if you are interested in helping keep this up to date.Contact Sharon Cunningham / Helen Green 01305 766237 | |
| Old Town Hall Restoration | Link with ongoing community project. Contact Brian Wood 01305 766237 |
”Battle for the Winds” project, Weymouth Beach, Sat 28th July Evening.
Volunteers wanted to take part in an arts project for the Olympics! Involves being a torch bearer and walking into the sea – look at www.battleforthewinds.com We have 20 tickets, let us know if you want to join us! Contact Brian Woods 766237.
| TO BE ARRANGED IF INTEREST SHOWN | ||
| ‘Sing Your Heart out’ | Come along and sing a variety of songs. £1.50 per session. | Contact Julie Jackson 01305 766237 |
| Interested in learning Spanish or French? | Local teacher interested in organising lessons at £4 a session. | Contact Brian Woods 01305 766237 |
| Cinema Club | Would you be interested in meeting with other people to visit the cinema? Let us know | Contact Julie Jackson01305 766237 |
| Young Persons Group | Are you 18 – 25 yrs old? Would you like to socialise with people of your own age? Give us a call. | Contact Sharon Cunningham01305 766237 |
| Bus trip to Kingston Maurward Gardens and Animal Park 10 places available. | To be arranged in May/June. 10.30 – 3.00 pm. Take a picnic or buy lunch there. £4.00 entry + £2.00 bus fare. | ContactJulie Jackson01305 766237 |
SLAP (Sport and Leisure Activity program) – Dorset Mental Health Forum. These are open to anyone to attend so you can take friends along if you want to. Includes CHESS CLUB, SWIMMING, SNOOKER,DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY and more. For more information contact the Forum.
Ring DMHF 01305 257172 or ask at the Community Resource Team for an up to date programme.
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