Ceramics

Location: Ark Walworth Academy Shorncliffe Rd, London SE1 5UJ There will be 24 hours cancellation policy. If you can't make it please update your RSVP 24 hours before the session. Anytime under 24 hours and you will be responsible for paying for the session. The session fee is £15 per 3 hours make a payment to: Monzo Personal account Alvin John Rompe Sort code: 04-00-04 acct number: 29786770

Overview A 90-minute immersive experience of live handpan music, mindful mandala painting, and deep relaxation in an intimate candlelit setting. **Intimate Candle Lit: Mandala Painting, Meditation & Live HandPan Music** A 90-minute immersive experience of **live handpan music, mindful mandala painting, and deep relaxation** in an intimate candlelit setting. ### 🕯️ **Step Into Stillness** Surrounded by soft candlelight, you’ll enter a calm, intimate space where **sound, creativity, and mindfulness merge**. At the centre, a live **handpan performer** creates a flowing, meditative soundscape. Around them, in a **360° circle**, you’ll quietly paint your own pre-drawn mandala on a premium round canvas—guided not by rules, but by rhythm and presence. Perfect for a quiet solo experience or bring a friend (or two.) 🎨 **What You’ll Experience** * A **live handpan sound journey** designed to calm the nervous system * Your own **pre-drawn mandala canvas (round format)** * Access to **premium paints / markers** * A **candlelit, low-light environment** for deep focus * Individual soft lighting for your personal painting space * A small, intimate group (**max 20 participants**) No experience needed—this is about **process, not perfection**. 🧘 **Why This Is Different** This isn’t a workshop. It’s not a class. It’s a **meditative environment** where: * You slow down * You disconnect from noise * You reconnect with creativity The handpan acts as a **live, evolving meditation**, guiding your attention inward while your hands move intuitively. 📍 **Location** **Mandala Café – London Buddhist Centre** A peaceful, tucked-away space designed for reflection and mindfulness. ### 👥 **Who This Is For** * Creatives & non-creatives alike * People seeking calm, mindfulness, or reset * Couples / solo attendees * Unique date night or reflective solo experience ### ⚠️ **Important Notes** * Limited to **20 spots only** * All materials included * Please arrive on time to preserve the atmosphere * This is a **quiet, mindful experience** (minimal talking during session)

Book via University of Hertfordshire: [https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/short/an-introduction-to-art-therapy-online](https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/short/an-introduction-to-art-therapy-online) ## About the course A creative and explorative workshop series involving therapeutic art making, group learning and reflection. The series comprises of three day-long workshops over one semester. You may wish to attend one day or the whole series. This workshop series provides you with an introduction to art therapy through the areas below: #### Workshop One [Introduction to Art Therapy: New Growth](https://www.arttherapyandmindfulness.com/introduction-to-art-therapy-day-one-new-growth-online/) \- This day provides an overview of practices and theories in art therapy #### Workshop Two [Introduction to Art Therapy and Mindfulness](https://www.arttherapyandmindfulness.com/introduction-to-art-therapy-day-two-art-therapy-and-mindfulness-online/) \- This day introduces the integration of art therapy and mindfulness #### Workshop Three [Art Therapy – Groups and Widening Circles](https://www.arttherapyandmindfulness.com/introduction-to-art-therapy-day-three-art-therapy-and-mindfulness-online/) \- This day widens our focus to include groups and systems *You will learn through an experiential process, including self-expression with art materials and sharing in small and large groups. Learning includes taught presentations and discussions. During each session, you will be given support and guidance by the facilitator. Suggested themes will be offered on each day and you can choose to explore.* *You will find more details about the content of each workshop below.* #### Who is this three-day series for: * These courses are open to anyone over the age of 18 who has an interest in finding out more about Art Therapy and previous experience is not a pre-requisite. * You may be interested in this area for your own personal development and wellbeing or for professional development. * As a first step in future training in this area (e.g. Foundation, MA programme) * Previous participants have included: teachers, care workers, artists, mental health professionals, social workers and counsellors. * You can sign up for one or all three sessions. * Information on further training opportunities on our University’s Art Therapy and Wellbeing Foundation course, and/or Art Therapy Masters Professional Training will be provided at the end of each session. * A willingness to engage in art making is helpful. You can enrol for one or all three sessions. There is a discounted rate when you enrol for all 3 sessions. NB: Discount is already applied to course price. ## What will I study? #### Learner hours: 15 #### Introduction to Art Therapy and Mindfulness (Online) - Workshop 2 On this day we will introduce the developing area of the integration of art therapy and mindfulness. To provide a rich illustration for our learning point the session includes: art making as a mindful activity, guided mindfulness practices, mindfulness of the body, compassion-focused practices and group reflection. We will be exploring themes of mindfulness and ‘heartfulness’ in the art making. Learning will be through a participatory experience. #### Learning Outcomes: * An introduction to key art therapy theories * A brief history of the development of art therapy as a profession * Where art therapists work and with which clients * Importance of the relationships and therapeutic alliance * Understanding expressive processes and art making * Ways to communicate regarding the art image * Potential benefits of art therapy * Further resources and reading * Recommendations for next steps (personal and professional development) * **Facilitator** Nicky Roland, is an experienced, HCPC registered Art Therapist, and a trained mindfulness teacher, with several years work experience in the NHS, voluntary sector and in private practice. **Contact us** For any questions about this course (online at University of Hertfordshire) contact the short course team 01707 285 325 or email Nick Thomas ad-shortcourses@herts.ac.uk * **Fee:** £150 for one day workshop £400 for three day series **Book via University of Hertfordshire: [https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/short/an-introduction-to-art-therapy-online](https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/short/an-introduction-to-art-therapy-online)**

This session is led by Eid Al Maliki, a UKCC Level 2 qualified badminton coach and an active player competing at both national and international level. Session Objective (3 Hours): By the end of this session, players will be able to perform backhand clear, drop, and cross-court drop with increased confidence and control. Session Focus: The session will progressively build from technical foundations to more advanced applications, covering: - Grip and racket preparation. - Contact point and swing mechanics - Footwork and positioning - Shot quality and consistency - Angle and deception Progression: Foundation Phase Variation Phase Movement Integration Outcome: Players will demonstrate improved technique, timing, and decision-making on the backhand side, with the ability to execute a variety of shots under increasing pressure. PARKING: Parking is available and Free onsite. (The postcode is E15 3PA) This at the previous address on New mount Street. Press the buzzer and they will let you in. PAYMENT: We are accepting bank transfer rather than cash payments. In 2 days in advance to confirm your attendance. Bank Details: Name: The Badminton Collective Ltd Sort Code: 60-83-71 Account Number:69874292 Reference your name and date of the session. £25 IMPORTANT NOTES: We shall be starting at 7PM sharp so if you miss the start you'll have to just catch up I'm afraid. How to get there. If you use the provided postcode it will take you to the front of the school. By all means message me if you are having troubles. There is now a water fountain so please bring a bottle to fill up, this is in the main building while they fix the one near the sports Hall. The Badminton Collective and School 21 are not responsible for any injuries or loss of items.

Salam, dustan! CHAMOS are bringing Nowruz 2026 to London! Tickets are selling fast! £30 for the midnight pass. Known for their genre-spanning DJ sets that seamlessly blend West Asian influences, bass, and percussion, CHAMOS truly embody their name—meaning “friends”—as they bring together diverse sounds and audiences. With members from Kurdish and Dutch backgrounds, their music naturally fuses traditional and electronic elements. We’ll meet at 9pm for drinks first but I’ll confirm the venue soon. Booking link: [https://thejazzcafe.com/event/chamos-club-newroz/?accept=true](https://thejazzcafe.com/event/chamos-club-newroz/?accept=true) Music track: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQpHcleCQfZ/?igsh=bmV1aW4xY2xtdzZt

**Come celebrate both the start of spring and our 1 year anniversary of Trail Therapy** with a special 9KM anniversary hike around Hampstead Heath, one of London’s wildest green spaces. To mark 1 year of our community existing, we’re hosting a beautiful walk in central London that will cover some of the Heath’s most iconic spots. Expect hills, woodland paths, historic landmarks, and one of the best viewpoints in London… all wrapped into a social, steady-paced walk designed for connection, fun, and fresh air. **Whether you’ve been walking with us since the start or you’re joining for the first time, this event is a celebration of the community we’ve built over the past year.** **Event Details** 📍 Starting & ending point: **Hampstead Heath station (Overground)** 🗓 When: Sunday 29th March – meeting at 11 AM for a 11:15 AM sharp departure 💷 Cost: Free **🌿 What We’ll See Along the Way:** We’ll begin by passing the ponds and meadows, before walking into the Heath’s woodland paths, and uphill to a few of its most iconic sites - the pergola & hill garden, Kenwood House and Parliament Hill. Hampstead Heath covers nearly 320 hectares and feels more like countryside than city — especially in winter/spring months. Along the route, we’ll explore: * Ancient woodland and winding nature trails * Open heathland with views across London’s skyline * Hampstead Heath’s famous ponds and wetlands * If we are lucky, winter birds, foxes, and other urban wildlife * Quiet corners and hidden paths many Londoners never find We’ll take our time to enjoy the landscape, stop for photos, and soak up the atmosphere of one of London’s most beloved green spaces. **📏 Hike Details:** * Distance: 9 km * Elevation gain: 180 m * Estimated duration: 3–4 hours (including breaks) * Difficulty level: Easy/Moderate urban-nature walk - there will be some hills. * Toilets: Available near cafés and facilities on the Heath **About Us** * Group stats: mixed gender, age range from 18–40ish * Our community hikes usually attract 30+ people via Meetup and Eventbrite - please RSVP correctly so we know whether to wait for you. * You can find pictures of our past hikes on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/trail.therapy.uk/) * See (and join) our other hikes on: [bio.site/trailtherapy](https://bio.site/trailtherapy "https://bio.site/trailtherapy") * Please join the whatsapp group for on the day logistics: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/H3zhhW2T8NR8LVwgB4MnY1?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H3zhhW2T8NR8LVwgB4MnY1?mode=gi_t) * **What to Bring** * Comfortable walking shoes or boots (mud likely) * Water * Snacks and lunch (we’ll stop at Kenwood House which has a café along the way) * Weather-appropriate layers and umbrella * Curiosity for wildlife and hidden green spaces * Bring a friend or come alone (and leave with new friends) **🍻 Optional Post-Hike Stop** To celebrate our 1-year anniversary properly, we’ll finish with the option of heading to a nearby café for a drink or late lunch before heading home. **Legal Bit** *Event details are correct at the time of publishing (E&OE) and organised by Trail Therapy Ltd. Routes and timings may vary slightly depending on weather, conditions, or group pace. Participation is at your own risk — please ensure you’re suitably prepared, dressed for the weather, and responsible for your own safety and wellbeing throughout the walk.*

## **Architecture & TfL Stations Photowalk — Harrow on the Hill** **This Saturday — 9:30am** This Saturday we’ll head out for a relaxed morning of architectural photography around **Harrow on the Hill**, followed by a visit to a few nearby **TfL stations** with great design features — likely **Harrow‑on‑the‑Hill, Sudbury Town, and Sudbury Hill**. Expect a mix of historic architecture, elevated views, clean station geometry, and plenty of opportunities for both wide shots and details. **📍 Meeting point:** Harrow on the Hill Tube Station (outside main entrance) **🕤 Time:** 9:30am **📷 Focus:** Architecture + TfL stations (all cameras welcome) A simple, easygoing walk — shoot at your own pace, stay for as long as you like, and enjoy a Saturday morning exploring a quieter corner of London. If you want, I can also create a shorter version for social media or a more structured version with a proposed route. **About the host:** Postcards Pictures' travel photography blends documentary clarity with a quiet, poetic sensibility. Favouring natural light, subtle colour, and unforced moments, Postcards Pictures' work captures the character of a place through its textures, atmospheres, and everyday details. Postcards Pictures focuses on the overlooked and the intimate, fragments of urban life, traces of human presence, and landscapes shaped by time. Postcards Pictures' photobooks offer a calm, observational way of seeing the world, inviting readers to slow down and notice what usually goes unseen. Link to my Richmond Upon Thames & Ealing photobooks: [Member Profile: Postcards Pictures | Blurb Books UK](https://www.blurb.co.uk/user/postcardspic)

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

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TBA- We will do lunch before the play too! Tickets are on sale now only $20.

The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event. We will be hearing from Becca Powell, Director of Advocacy and Outreach at Unchained At Last, an organization whose mission is dedication to ending forced and child marriage in the United States through direct services and systems change. Unchained At Last's mission clearly meshes and addresses several of our Humanist Ten Commitments. Becca will educate us about an issue many of us may not be familiar with--but should be. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

12:45-3:45 in the Meeting Room on the library lowest level. Bring your yarn projects, meet new friends. If you plan to attend, please RSVP yes. If you can’t attend, please change your RSVP to no. This helps anyone who is waitlisted and it allows me to have an accurate count of attendees as our space is quite limited. Plenty of parking in the lot, in the overflow lot across the street, and on the street. See you there! Winter Note: If the weather is bad and I have to cancel the Meetup, i will issue the cancellation not later than 3 p.m. of that day.

Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings. This Month's Presentation: Nothing yet. (You should volunteer). What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)? CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics. What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)? BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend. Presentations! Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website. To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter. Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/

We thought of one of the interesting things that can be enjoyed at this time of the year. We will be meeting at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church for a "Fish Fry" in Marian Hall on Friday, March 27th at 5:00 PM. It might be fun for you to experience what has become a tradition on the Fridays before Easter. They will have fried fish or baked fish, French fries and Cole slaw, as well as beverages, all for $16.00 for adults. They will have other beverages and desserts available for sale, as well. We have never tried this, and sometimes there are quite a few people at these events so we hope that we will be able to find each other easily. I'll try to have signs outside Marian Hall that Identify our group. We hope to have you join us!