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Rediscover events and activities at Reading Libraries this October
30 September 2021
Rediscover free family events and activities at Reading Libraries this October. A lively calendar includes performance, arts & crafts, treasure hunts, author readings and workshops. The celebration launches with a live performance at Reading Central Library, with Bernadette Russell performing her 366 days of Kindness tour on Friday 1 October at 19:00. Email info@readinglibraries.org.uk or phone 01189 375950 to book a free ticket.
Reading celebrates Black History Month 2021
30 September 2021
A celebration of drama, comedy, art and conversation are all on the menu for this year’s Black History Month 2021 in Reading. This year’s programme taking place across the town during October recognises the important contribution our diverse black community has made, and continues to make to our town and indeed across the country. There is a packed calendar of fascinating speakers, lively debate, thought-provoking films and entertaining theatrical productions, with many events free of charge.
Help children enjoy reading in Whitley, Caversham and Coley schools
27 September 2021ABC to read aims to advance the education and self confidence of children in Berkshire, particularly by helping them overcome reading difficulties, thereby promoting their general well being. They are looking to recruit more volunteers to assist local children, and are particularly keen for people who would be able to assist in schools in Whitley, Caversham and Coley, although all applications are welcome.
BCF Vital for Berkshire Fund – deadline 18 October 2021
23 September 2021
This Berkshire Community Fund round of funding will focus broadly on charities serving key groups such as children and young people, older people, those with disabilities and those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. To ensure an even spread of funding across Berkshire, in this round they encourage groups in Slough and those providing youth activities in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead to apply. However they will remain open to applications from Berkshire-based groups outside these two areas.
PCC Community Fund – deadline Sunday 3 October 2021
23 September 2021
The Police & Crime Commissioner Community Fund is intended to support voluntary and community groups that help to prevent crime and keep communities safe. The Fund will be open for applications twice a year for projects that help to achieve the objectives of the PCC’s Police and Criminal Justice Plan. Applications for the latest round of the Community Fund are now open until Sunday 3 October at 11:59.
Office space to rent in London Street – available October 2021
22 September 2021A great opportunity to rent office space in central Reading from October 2021. Reading Community Learning Centre, based at 94 London Street, is looking for tenants to share its Grade 2 listed building, and is also offering classrooms and meeting spaces for hire. If you are interested in exploring sharing our building, please email Aisha Malik, Centre Manager, at aishamalik@rclc.org.uk, phone her on 01189 595455 or call Sarah Del Tufo on 07747 667469.
Get Online sessions are opening up again
22 September 2021
We are pleased at last to be able to announce that our Get Online drop-in sessions are gradually starting up again at venues around Reading. We have already started monthly Friday sessions at a new venue – Oak Tree House in Dee Park. The next session there will be on Friday 8 October at 11:00. Monthly sessions are also restarting at the Whitley Wood Community Centre’s Tuesday community hub, on the last Tuesday of the month.
Compass Recovery College’s autumn schedule published
21 September 2021
At Compass Recovery College we’re pleased to be able to share our new prospectus, schedule and newsletter with you. We are running workshops both online and in person at a variety of venues. Just to name a few, we have co-produced new workshops around Autism Spectrum Disorder and Bipolar Disorders, we are exploring how we can Live a More Mindful Life and we have new workshops about Grieving Losses.
How should Reading market itself? A chance to have your say
31 August 2021
Reading UK, Reading Borough Council and The University of Reading are working together to develop a place story and marketing approach for Reading. This will help celebrate the best of Reading, build civic pride, confidence in Reading, market the area to attract inward investment, create jobs, and support existing business. They will be holding two ‘virtual’ workshops in September, to understand more about Reading from the people that live and work here.
The Health on the Move van is out and about in Reading
28 August 2021
NHS Berkshire West has set up a Health on the Move van, which will be in various locations in Reading in the coming weeks. Pop by with any healthcare concerns and you can talk to our local healthcare professionals. Covid-19 vaccines available to anyone aged 16+ that has not been vaccinated yet or is eligible for a second dose. You don’t need to be registered with a GP or need any ID.