Crochet

Welcome! We hope you'll join us! Please bring your current project and grab a chair! We’re an informal group, not a class, and there’s no fee to attend. If you're able, please do order a drink or snack at the bar...The Canbury Arms welcomes our group every Monday evening and we like to show our appreciation! If you are experiencing symptoms related to Covid-19, please do not attend the event. We’ll be very happy to welcome you at the next one! Find us: We meet in the restaurant side of the pub. Upon entering from the main door on Canbury Park Rd, veer to the right and make your way into the dining room; we sit at the banquette tables along the wall to the right. If in doubt, please ask at the bar! You can order drinks and snacks at the bar or use the 'Young's - On Tap' app. Christine teaches beginning knitting, intermediate/advanced knitting techniques, and beginning crochet. If you would like a private lesson for yourself or your small group, please get in touch for details. Currently, Christine is only teaching in a private capacity. Chat with us on Discord: Our group has a Discord server for staying in touch outside of our regular Monday meets! If you are a current or past member who attends in-person meet-ups, and you're interested in even more yarny chat, this is the place to join in! Contact Christine or Aisha for an invite. Accessibility: We meet in the restaurant side of The Canbury Arms, which is wheelchair accessible. If you have any questions, please do send Christine a DM!

*To make sure that all of us match simultaneously the train tables we going to buy our train tickets together on Monday buy the station either with the App or by the desk don't worry if you have already booked it is the same you have a margin of flexibility for departing* **ATTENTION !!!** **No Train from Liverpool Street Station** *- due to engineering work -* **Route on Google Maps see below** [https://maps.app.goo.gl/A7kcYVJaGCaXaax6A](https://maps.app.goo.gl/A7kcYVJaGCaXaax6A) Train ticket 🎟 available from £ 11 to 12 pounds you need to download the application below **C2C App to get your Ticket** type location from **:** **Fenchurch 🔄** **Southend Central** [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.c2c.digital.c2ctravel](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.c2c.digital.c2ctravel) **Meeting Point** 👉 **12 : 00 am** **by Fenchurch Street Station** **[https://maps.app.goo.gl/RyiXEe29oMnME4599](https://maps.app.goo.gl/RyiXEe29oMnME4599)** ( is a small railway station we going to meet by the tickets machine we will waiting for a little while till the group is completed) What's Happening if you miss the train ? NO WORRIES ! take next train, we will share our location in the comments **WHATSAPP GROUP** Follow this link to join my WhatsApp group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BRn9gWhrnzfL2xJPe4qmwl](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BRn9gWhrnzfL2xJPe4qmwl) **What expected ?** **waiting that everyone arrived at station to take the train together around 12.30 pm** As soon we will arrive to Southend Central we will walking to Roberto's who's famous to make the best gelato in town ( coffee & pancake are available too). Afterward straight to the supermarket to get our supper then finding a good spot to beach to relax. Afternoon planing to go to the pub and staying there ready to return back home **About 🎬** It's a bank holiday and we want to take a break from the big city. So join us for an outdoor walk by the beach side with complementary coffee ☕️and pancake 🥞 and a pint of beer 🍺 later on by the pub of course we suggest you bring your own booze and drink as we are going to have a picnic by the beach Let's go to the beach-each ! Let's go get a wave 🙌 They say, what they gonna say 💃🕺 🏊‍♂️ let's go to the beach ⛱️🍦🍨 they say what they gonna say 🍺🍺 let's go get a wave 🦋🍒🍉 ⛱️Pack food and a blanket for an afternoon of friendly conversations with like-minded people in a beautiful outdoor setting.

**Saigon Bleu 西貢** is a Vietnamese restaurant in Croydon's South End Restaurant Quarter. [Reviews are extremely good](https://maps.app.goo.gl/zzgcu4HFVApQQwae8) though we've not normally been able to attend for dinner club as it's closed on Tuesday - but with a bank holiday Monday towards the end of the month we thought this would be a perfect opportunity to pay them a visit. A sample of their menu can be found on [Deliveroo](https://deliveroo.co.uk/menu/london/south-croydon/saigon-bleu-63-south-end). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Travel: If you are arriving by public transport, please use the TFL journey planner (https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/) to review your travel time and plan your journey to the restaurant. If you are arriving by car, please use the awesome power of Google Maps to plot the best route - unless you have your own GPS. Important notes: * If you will be arriving after 7.15pm, please send Ben or Katherine a heads-up message. Sometimes restaurants request that unoccupied places are put up for grabs for walk-in customers so your place can't be guaranteed if you're unexpectedly late. * The organiser fee of £2 per person (including guests) will be collected on the night, so please bring some coinage. We also ask that you stay until the bill is paid in full to be fair to everyone. * If you cannot come, please change your RSVP in advance. This ensures members aren't disappointed in missing out. Regular "No-Shows", those who RSVP yes but don't turn up, will be removed from the group to enhance the experience for others.

A Fun Tournament where you are allocated a partner. This is for regular Beginners & Improvers of our Monday Night session at Crystal Palace. We also have a [Low-Mid Intermediate Tournament ](https://www.meetup.com/crossfire-badminton-club/events/314802739/)at the same time! * You will be paired up with other another player by the organiser * Round robin stages followed by knock out rounds * A plate competition if you didn't get through from the Round Robin * Medals & Trophies to be won for Main event and Plate! * **Payment must be completed when you book our it will be withdrawn** **Booking & Payment Link Details** * **First RSVP,** then **use this [COLLCTIV](https://pay.collctiv.com/fun-tournament-73520)\* payment link** **immediately** * \*Contributions toward the Collctiv App is optional, untick it! * No Refund/Credit for cancellation after 20th May * **[Click Here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pMsg6dATGes2pM59YuuzQBXabl882VvvXeDby0Y2usc/edit?usp=sharing)** to see full details regarding Collctiv * * **After Wed 20th May (AutoPay) payments made via Meetup/PayPal** (fees inc), and any unpaid bookings will be withdrawn, but can rebook if a space is available **Social Badminton only**\- this competition is suitable for Beginners & Improvers players only\! **TOURNAMENT DETAILS** * Up to 32 Players/16 pairs Max * Players will be paired by the organiser (only 1 partner for the event) aiming to keep it fun, social and competitive * Feather Shuttles Provided. Bring your own racket * **Time** \- 11\.00am till 2\.00pm * **Cost** \- from £20 per person \(book early to avoid a booking fee\) * Strict Cancellation, No Show & Refund Policy! (see T&C's Below) **[PAYMENT LINK - COLLCTIV](https://pay.collctiv.com/fun-tournament-73520)**\* * \*Contributions toward the Collctiv App is optional, untick it! * No refunds/credit for cancellations after 20th May * **[Click Here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pMsg6dATGes2pM59YuuzQBXabl882VvvXeDby0Y2usc/edit?usp=sharing)** to see full details regarding Collctiv * **Updates & Notifications** Make sure to have your meetup notifications on, but you may also want to join our below for further updates and specific info Click here > **[Join the WhatsApp channel for updates/notifications](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LYNr3QXv8Pg48NXSu02UKA)** **TERMS & CONDITIONS** * **You must RSVP on MEETUP, and pay as instructed!** * If you plans change and you cannot attend, update your RSVP immediately! * No Refund (or Credit) will be given for a cancellation after 20th May * **[Click Here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/12WmILk6X9dwgf_W0Cm6kgswKeW4ovHDTN8TBvN4Gq10/edit?usp=sharing)** to view details for Full Details By RSVPing for this event you confirm you have read and agree to our T&C's **Dress Code, Well Being, Conduct & Equal Opportunity:** Please ensure that you wear suitable clothing and footwear for indoor sporting activity. Ensure than your jewellery is also kept to a minimal, and avoid wearing large ear rings, chains or bracelets/bangles. Your health and safety in important to us, so if needed please seek advice from your doctor before playing any sports. You are also responsible for warming up/cooling down stretches to reduce the risk of strains/ injuries. Please understand that you play at your own risk as Crossfire Badminton Club will not be held responsible for any injuries incurred. We welcome players of all backgrounds, and treat everyone equally with respect. This is also expected from our participants. If you fail to do this, you may be asked to leave the session, or even banned from future sessions

NO EVENT - Monday 25 May NO EVENT- Monday 25 May NO EVENT- Monday 25 May

**Welcome to StitchUp** – a welcoming social group that embraces individuals of all skill levels, providing a shared space for crafting in a social setting. **Bring your current project**, whether it's knitting, quilting, embroidery, or any other textile craft. Work on your project or piece while having a chat with us. Some people knit, some people mend or just join the conversations. If you are starting new, I’m sure we can give you tips, but generally this is not a class or workshop and you will have to bring your own materials. Also keep in mind that we sometimes don't have a table, so something that requires table space might be difficult to do. **Background** – StitchUp began among friends with a shared love for textile crafts, evolving into a thriving group with regular meetups. Unfortunately, the group faced a decline during the COVID-19 pandemic but we would now like to revive these regular meetings in a social, in-person setting.

**PLEASE NOTE:** The location is: **The People's Letters Bookshop** Address: **395 Cambridge Heath Rd, Cambridge Heath, London E2 9RA** ✨Hi all, Let's Get Crafty is back! ✨ Join us for an afternoon of arts and craft at The People's Letters Bookshop. We will provide yarn, needles, hooks, clay, colouring pencils and books, origami paper, etc, or you can buy a colouring book from the store. You're also welcome to bring your own projects along. The bookstore provides a separate and private space for us which is perfect for us auties and ND folk. The store also provides free hot drinks. Accessibility: the store has an accessible entrance and toilet. The People's Letters is a worker-led, cooperatively run bookstore and community event space in East London. Help support what they do: https://peoplesletters.org/support https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/qr/VyYX6pPn Support us: Please support us on Kofi so we can keep providing more free events in the future! https://ko-fi.com/neurodissidentcafe *Please only RSVP if you can make it.* If you cannot make it anymore, please be sure to update your RVSP so we can adapt accordingly. Please do not come if you have not RSVPed.

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**FREE TO MEMBERS, BECAME A MEMBER WHEN YOU ARRIVE** Sometimes the best therapy is simply slowing down, using your hands, and sharing a moment with kind people. 💛 If life has been a little busy or stressful, why not take a small break in the middle of the week? Join us for our **free ceramic classes** — a relaxed and friendly space where we make simple clay pieces, chat, laugh, and meet new friends. You don’t need any experience. Just come as you are and enjoy the moment. 🎨 Playing with clay 💬 Friendly conversations 🌿 A little pause from everyday life 📅 Every Wednesday ⏰ 7–9 pm Everyone is welcome. It would be lovely to see you there. 😊 Any questions, call/text Rodrigo +44 7535 272361 or Rita +44 7454 044190

5:45-7:45 in Conference Room B, Library lower 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!

5:45-7:45 in Conference Room B, Library lower 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!

5:45-7:45 in Conference Room A, Library lower 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!

12:45-3:45 in the Meeting Room, Library lowest leve, by the drinking fountain. Bring your yarn projects, meet new friends. Plenty of parking in the lot, in the overflow lot across the street, and on the street. See you there!

If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, working with yarn, this is the group for you. Meet new friends, bring your projects, learn from others.
We normally meet a few times a month during the week from 6-8pm. We will occasionally meet on weekends during daytime hours.

**Let’s kick off our very first CBUS Maker Meetup!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Karl Road Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

**Get your creative flow going with a Sunday Afternoon Maker Meetup!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Martin Luther King Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**