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Ringwood Twinning Association Quiz Night Postponed.
The Ringwood Twinning Association Quiz Night has now been postponed. A new date is to be confirmed...
The Flamin’ Ukes – Live in concert!
The Flamin' Ukes are a local, joyful group of ukulele players, and they will be performing here on...
Photo’s from Live on the Lawn – Carnival 2024!
Here are our gallery of beautiful pictures, taken by the very talented Pam Brown! Thank you Pam!...
CARNIVAL!! Live on the Lawn – Saturday 21st September!
Live on the Lawn at Greyfriars Community Centre is taking place once again from 12pm onwards, next...
Ringwood Antiques Club Talk
Ringwood Antiques Club 25th September at 8.30pm join us for "The Life of Josiah Wedgewood" Talk by...
Healthy Walks for September
Here is the timetable for the Healthy Walks remaining in September. Join us for some interesting,...
Paella on the lawn – Sunday 29th September
A DATE FOR YOUR DIARIES!!!! Paella on the Lawn at Greyfriars #2 Sunday 29 September 2024 Drinks...
Craft De-Stash (& Re-Stash)
R.A.C.E are hosting a Destash event on Saturday 7th September from 11am. You will be able to...
Upcoming Study Days – Bookable NOW!
We want to inform you of some dates for your diary going forward... We have dates for the...
Idelica Paella Sunday Lunch – A date to remember
Sunday 4th August, 12pm - 4pm Be set for a laid-back afternoon of delicious freshly-cooked...
RMDS Starts tomorrow!
There are still tickets available for different evenings so please do check it out if you are...
Pub Quiz Evening – A date for your diary!
We have a Pub Quiz coming up, here at the centre on Thursday, 31st October. Light refreshments and...
Ringwood Art Society – Summer Exhibition 2024
Please come and join Greyfriars for an exhibition of Ringwood Art Society members’ exhibits Open...
Book Sale photos – 06/07/24
PLEASE CLICK ON THE FIRST IMAGE TO ENLARGE AND THEN YOU CAN CLICK THROUGH. Summer Book Sale...
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𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩. Run over a number of weeks, these FREE flexible courses...
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🎅WE NEED YOUR HELP PLEASE🎅 Centre Christmas Decorating Please do join us on the 27 November at 12:30pm to put up our Christmas decorations in readiness for the Book Sale & Craft Fayre! Mince pies and mulled wine for those who can join us! We would love your help, a real case more hands make lighter work!
🎄☕ Fundraising Christmas Afternoon Tea 🍰✨ Come along to a festive afternoon filled with tea, coffee, homemade sandwiches, and delicious sweet treats—all for a wonderful cause! 🫖 What’s included: Delicious festive afternoon tea with homemade sandwiches & treats Tea, coffee, and refreshments Live music by Bella Broadhouse (Ringwood Sixth Form Performing Arts) Raffle with exciting prizes 📍Where: Greyfriars Community Centre 📅 When: Sunday, 13th December | 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM 🎟️ Tickets: £12 per person All proceeds go toward supporting Freya Maddams and Holly Wentworth’s volunteering trip to Kenya with African Adventures and Ringwood Sixth Form to help children in an African school. Come along for lovely company and holiday cheer! ❤️
Join Chris Bradley, with a one-day talk, exploring the Art, History and Culture of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya. Tickets are £30 which include tea/coffee and a light lunch. Book your tickets now via Ticket Source on the link below: https://www.ticketsource.com/greyfriars.../t-dkgexja Art of North Africa The Art, History, and Culture of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia & Libya (3 × 60 mins) Ep 1: Frontiers of Empire Embark on a high-stakes journey across 10,000 years of Saharan rock art, hidden oases, and ancient coastlines. From mysterious desert tribes and Greek seaports to remote Roman garrisons, discover how golden trade routes, gladiatorial spectacles, and rich harvests forged a legendary crossroads of culture. Ep 2: Empires of Marble & Mosaic Step inside world-class museums and breathtaking ruins—from Carthage to Volubilis—where stunning Roman mosaics bring lost worlds to vivid life. Witness the rise of Septimius Severus, North Africa’s own Roman Emperor, and see how the resilient Berber people preserved their unique identity through centuries of changing empires. Ep 3: The Islamic Golden Age Feel the sweep of history as Arab traditions transform the North African landscape. Explore the spellbinding mosques, intricate zillij tilework, and delicate arabesques of Fez, Rabat, and Kairouan—a brilliant artistic dialogue flowing between the deserts of North Africa and the courts of Moorish Spain. Course Overview: Vast Roman cities and brilliant mosaics meet the spectacular decorative art of the Islamic world. A breathtaking journey through the cultural treasures of North Africa. Recommended Reading: Islamic Art and Architecture (Könemann, 2000) Islamic Architecture: North Africa by Antony Hutt (Scorpion, 1977) The Genius of Arab Civilization by J.R. Hayes (Phaidon, 1978) Roman North Africa by Lennox Manton (Batsford, 1988)
✨ Leap into fun this September with babyballet ✨ Join us for magical dance classes every Sunday morning at Greyfriars Community Centre, Ringwood! Whether your little one is taking their very first steps or loves to twirl, we have a class tailored just for them: Tots (6 months+) Tinies (18 months+) Movers (3 years+) Tappers (3 years+) Groovers (4½ years+) Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot! 📞 Contact Miss Claire to reserve your place: Phone: 07915 665 120 Email: bournemouthandpoole@babyballet.co.uk Website: babyballet.co.uk/babyballet-school/bournemouth-poole/ #babyballet #Ringwood #BournemouthAndPoole #ToddlerDance #KidsClasses #BabyBalletBournemouth #GreyfriarsRingwood
CAN YOU HELP?? We need volunteer Passenger Assistants!! Accompany our minibus users to do a bit of local shopping. Assist with getting on and off the bus. Join our minibus users on day trips out. If you have some spare time and would like to volunteer with us, please send an email to: Office@greyfriarsringwood.org.uk
Vocal Vibrational Sound Healing Introductory Workshop Wednesday December 2nd – 1pm to 2.30pm Saturday December 12th – 10.30am to 12pm Experience the healing power of your voice for positive health and wellbeing by joining Michelle Nova, singing teacher and voice healer for over 30yrs. Learn a technique for breathing, humming and vocal toning to release pain, stress, depression, tiredness, and by using the Golden Key to connect to your pineal gland and vagus nerve. Singing in a group is very powerful and you will leave feeling relaxed and uplifter at the same time. Each session will also end with a vocal sound bath. Singers and non-singers are all welcome! To book an introductory workshop at 50% off full fee and for more information, please contact Michelle Nova, (MISM, AOTOS, NVN). Mobile: 07866607427 – email: michelle@lanovastudios.co.uk – www.lanovastudios.co.uk.
✨ Step into our Trainmaster Winter Wonderland ✨ Come along Saturday 5 December for a winter adventure with @Trainmaster Dorset Book by 14th November to add on an exclusive Trainmaster personalised wooden bauble – just £3.50! 🎟️ Booking essential via our website: www.trainmaster.co.uk/dorset 🚂 Make special memories together with festive train fun for the whole family! 🚂
FREE Newborn Feeding & Development Workshops Join Emily Norton, Chiropractor and IBCLC Lactation Consultant, for a morning of practical information, individual support and the opportunity to ask questions about your baby. Each workshop explores a different topic, including feeding, positioning, baby movement, unsettled babies and milk supply. Meet other mums, build confidence and receive guidance from a professional with over a decade of experience. Every Thursday in November | 9am–1pm For mums and babies aged 0–16 weeks. Four spaces per workshop, one workshop per family. Booking essential – reserve your free place: www.bumptobabes.com/workshops/
Breathe with Sam - Winter Pause ❄️🎁🎅🏼 Enjoy 50 minutes of guided breathwork, meditation and deep relaxation by candlelight, with a festive sweet treat to enjoy afterwards as you unwind. Each session combines breathwork, guided relaxation and meditation giving you time to slow down, reset and reconnect with yourself. 🤍 📍 Greyfriars, Ringwood 🗓 Tuesdays 8 December ⏰ 5:30–6:30pm 🌿£15 Email breathewithsamuk@gmail.com to book your space today
NEW FOREST GUILD SPINNERS & WEAVERS OPEN DAY Have you ever dreamed of mastering the wonderful arts of knitting, crochet, weaving, spinning or dyeing? There has never been a better moment to embark on your exciting new crafting journey! Come along and immerse yourself in the warm, inspiring atmosphere in the New Forest Guild of weavers, spinners and Dyers Open Day on Saturday 14 November, from 9.30 am to 1:30 pm
We are looking for a 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 to help organise and support our fantastic team of event volunteers. This new voluntary role would suit someone who enjoys working with people, is organised, and would like to help ensure our events run smoothly. The coordinator will work with event organisers to arrange volunteer support, manage rotas, communicate with volunteers, and welcome new team members. If you think this sounds like something you would like to do with your spare time, please get in touch. Contact us by email: office@greyfriarsringwood.org.uk or call us on 01425472613
