What's On in and around Charnwood

Thu 24th August, 2017, 7pm

On Broadway Dance Fitness

Dance fitness classes themed on songs and dance styles from the musicals. Using top hats, canes and feather boas to create a fun dance class for women of all ages, shapes and sizes. No dance experience needed just a love for dance and a want to reveal that inner showgirl. Non judgemental classes where women can dance like no one is watching. Free taster class Thursday 24th September at Rawlins Academy Quorn 7pm. Contact Rosie McSwiney on - 07957499256 or rosiemcswiney@hotmail.com for more information.

On Now until Tue 26th September, 2017

Women at War Exhibition

Women at War Exhibition at Loughborough Library

An exhibition by Loughborough library local studies volunteers aided by the Carillon museum at Loughborough library.

August 3 - September 26, free entry during library opening hours

Many women served in many different wars in many different ways. This exhibition tells the stories of the ordinary local women and the famous British women who served and lived through the wars from the Crimean to World War II.

Tue 5th September, 2017, 10am to 10:45am

Baby Discover Classes

Baby Discover

Share a wonderful learning and development experience with your six month to 20-month-old-baby.

My Baby Discover classes provide your baby with unique learning and development experiences and with inspiring creative play and treasured artworks.

The creative process supports all areas of learning and growth, including developing motor skills, by encouraging babies to grab and hold, and sensory skills by supporting their desires to discover the world around them. 

Creative play enables your baby to make connections, to think and problem-solve. The activities build self-esteem and much, much more. 

Whatever age you are; creative activities are great for confidence, hand and eye co-ordination, social skills, wellbeing and positive mental health and much more. And as if that wasn't enough, being imaginative and getting involved in creative arts and crafts activities is great fun! 

Our programmes have been carefully developed for each stage and age group that we work with. We provide a welcoming and nurturing environment to help children and adults to explore freely, and to discover and try out their own ideas in a relaxed, friendly and social environment. This way each person blossoms in their own way and grows in self-esteem, skill and confidence.  

Classes start on Tuesday 5th September and run for 6 weeks (Half a term).
Venue: Good Shepherd Church Hall, Park Road, Loughborough
Time: 10.00 - 10.45am
Cost is £6.50 per week or £35.00 for the full 6 weeks if booked and paid for in advance.

Tue 5th September, 2017, 11:10am to 12pm

Little Explorer Classes

Little Explorers- Foundation for Early learning 

The benefits of children sharing creative play with their parent or carer are well documented and creative play can enhance their early years foundation skills. However, it can be tricky providing your baby, toddler or preschool child with hands-on arts and crafts activities at home.

As busy parents we can all struggle with ideas, time or energy and the thought of the clearing up afterwards can feel anything but fun! Also it’s often the case that by the time you’ve set something up, they’ve already finished!

We totally understand this. In fact, that’s precisely why The Creation Station was established – to give you quality, fun, creative experiences with your child in a safe, nurturing and friendly environment.

Our award-winning ‘Little Explorer’ toddler art classes for toddlers and preschool children, provide the perfect solution for all your child's creativity needs, with no stress or mess for you!

Creative play enables your toddler to make connections, to think and problem-solve. The activities build self-esteem and much, much more. 

Whatever age you are; creative activities are great for confidence, hand and eye co-ordination, social skills, wellbeing and positive mental health and much more. And as if that wasn't enough, being imaginative and getting involved in creative arts and crafts activities is great fun! 

Our programmes have been carefully developed for each stage and age group that we work with. We provide a welcoming and nurturing environment to help children and adults to explore freely, and to discover and try out their own ideas in a relaxed, friendly and social environment. This way each person blossoms in their own way and grows in self-esteem, skills and confidence.  

Classes start on Tuesday 5th September and run for 6 weeks (Half a term).
Venue: Good Shepherd Church Hall, Park Road, Loughborough
Time: 11.10 - 12.00pm
Cost is £6.50 per week or £35.00 for the full 6 weeks if booked and paid for in advance.

Tue 5th September, 2017, 1:30pm to 2:30pm

Brand New Line Dance Class for Absolute Beginners Free Taster Loughborough

A brand new line dance class starts Tuesday September 5, 2017 1.30-2.30pm at Gorse Covert Community Center, next to Morrisons supermarket, Maxwell Drive, Loughborough.

First class is absolutely free so what have you to lose?

Aimed at those with no or little dance experience starting with basic steps and techniques to steady music. Two left feet? No problem bring them along.
No ability, no experience, no partner just sensible footwear. Parking on site. £4 per class thereafter.

Line dancing is a low impact cardio vascular exercise suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Great fun and ideal way to make new friends.

Thu 7th September, 2017, 10am to 10:45am

Baby Discover - the Creation Station

Baby Discover Classes

Share a wonderful learning and development experience with your six month to 15-month-old-baby.

Your Baby Discover classes provide your baby with unique learning and development experiences and with inspiring creative play and treasured artworks.

The creative process supports all areas of learning and growth including developing motor skills by encouraging babies to grab and hold and sensory skills by supporting their desires to discover the world around them. 

Creative play enables your baby to make connections, to think and problem-solve. The activities build self-esteem and much, much more. 

Starting on 7th September 2017 and runs for 6 weeks (half a term)
Venue: Noah's Ark Soft Play, Charnwood Road, Shepshed (entrance into softplay after FOC)
Time: 10.00 - 10.45am

Thu 7th September, 2017, 11:10am to 12pm

Little Explorers - the Creation Station

Little Explorer Classes - Foundation for Early learning 

The benefits of children sharing creative play with their parent or carer are well documented and creative play can enhance their early years foundation skills. However, it can be tricky providing your baby, toddler or preschool child with hands-on arts and crafts activities at home.

As busy parents we can all struggle with ideas, time or energy and the thought of the clearing up afterwards can feel anything but fun! Also it’s often the case that by the time you’ve set something up, they’ve already finished!

We totally understand this. In fact, that’s precisely why The Creation Station was established – to give you quality, fun, creative experiences with your child in a safe, nurturing and friendly environment.

Our award-winning ‘Little Explorer’ toddler art classes for toddlers and preschool children, provide the perfect solution for all your child's creativity needs, with no stress or mess for you!

Starting on 7th September 2017 and runs for 6 weeks (half a term)
Venue: Noah's Ark Soft Play, Charnwood Road, Shepshed (entrance into softplay after FOC)
Time: 11.10 - 12.00
Cost: £6.50 per week or £35 for the 6 weeks (half a term) if booked and paid in advance

Thu 7th September, 2017, 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Womens Roles in the Great War Talk

Women in the great war - a talk at Loughborough Library

Thursday September 7, 2017

6.30pm - 7.30pm

Entry: £3

Booking is essential, please contact Loughborough library on 01163 052 420

Sat 9th September, 2017, 1pm to 4pm

Wet Felt Works of Art

Join us to learn the basics of wet felting, one of the oldest fibre arts.

In this half day (3 hour) course you will be introduced to the art of wet felting and have the opportunity to create your own wet felt work of art using processed British Shetland wool in a range of colours.

The course fee includes tuition, materials and refreshments. Courses take place on our beautiful organic farm in our cosy classroom, you may even get to spot a few of the sheep.

10 spaces are available on this course.

Points to note:

• Please be aware wool fibres are used during this session, it is not recommended for those with sensitivities to wool. 
• Wet felting can be quite a strenuous activity, lots of friction is needed to hold those fibres together.
• The course will run from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, please arrive ten minutes before the start time to allow for sign in and making a cuppa.
• A minimum of six attendees are required for the course to run. Courses may be rearranged or cancelled if the minimum numbers are not met, where this is necessary we will give the maximum possible notice and offer a full refund where applicable. 
• This course is suited to those aged 14 and over, under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  We are making use of the converted buildings on the farm, as a result we don't currently have a disabled accessible toilet, we will be fixing this as soon as possible.

Mon 11th September, 2017, 10:30am to 11:45am

Brand New Line Dance Class Whitwick for Absolute Beginners

Brand new line dance class starts Monday September 11, 2017 10.30am to 11.45am at Park Hall Community Center, Whitwick Park, off north street, Whitwick.

First class FREE then £4 per class.

Aimed at those with no or little dance experience starting with basic steps and sequences to easy steady music.
No experience, no ability no partner required just sensible footwear.

Line dancings is a cardio vascular exercise suitable for most ages and fitness levels.
Two left feet? Bring them along!

Sat 16th September, 2017, 1pm

Meet the Bees

A half day experience for the bee fan who would like to know more.

We start off with a short talk on some of the basic aspects of bee keeping; including the life cycle of bees, the jobs they do and an introduction to the equipment used.

An opportunity to look inside a hive will follow as we suit up (bee suits provided) and head out to the apiary to carry out a hive inspection.

This experience is a great choice for anyone who has ever thought about keeping bees but would like an opportunity to get a little hands on before diving in.
 
Bee suits and gloves will be provided, however, you will need to bring wellies (recommended) or sturdy shoes and socks you can tuck the bee suit into.

Please be aware there is a small risk of bee stings during the session. If you have an allergy to bee stings this experience is not suitable.

Sun 17th September, 2017, 11:30am to 1:30pm

Nearly New Sale

Charnwood's biggest nearly new sale of all items associated with 0-14 year olds. Come and pick up a bargain or two from a large selection of good-quality pre-loved children's clothing (up to age 14), nursery equipment, toys, books, bedding and more. Items are arranged by department rather than by seller which makes it easier to find what you are looking for and compare similar items.

Doors open at 11.30am (11am for NCT members) and the sale closes at 1.30pm. Admission is £1 per adult (children are free) and this money goes directly to the NCT charity. The sale can get very busy so please use baby slings or carriers where possible instead of buggies.

As well as the pre-loved items for sale there is a Starbucks cafe and a number of local, child-focused businesses/organisations displaying information, including Waterbabies.

The sale is a major fundraising event for the National Childbirth Trust as well as helping local families raise some extra cash by selling their unwanted items.

On Now until Tue 26th September, 2017

Women at War Exhibition

Women at War Exhibition at Loughborough Library

An exhibition by Loughborough library local studies volunteers aided by the Carillon museum at Loughborough library.

August 3 - September 26, free entry during library opening hours

Many women served in many different wars in many different ways. This exhibition tells the stories of the ordinary local women and the famous British women who served and lived through the wars from the Crimean to World War II.