We return to Potli because we love the food! Come and join us on Wednesday 2nd April  to try their very fresh and tasty Indian market kitchen food. We’ve chosen a set menu so we can try a number of dishes. The menu we have organised will include Poppadoms/dips, starters, mains, desserts/tea/coffee, also soft drinks and sparkling water. Starters and mains will include meat, fish and veg dishes. A vegetarian set menu is also an option.

Price : £32.00 + Eventbrite fees

Book your place on Eventbrite.

Please book your place by 25th March.

Contact Lesley on lesleythompson@btinternet.com with any specific dietary requirements  or any questions.

This is an informal monthly meet up on each second Friday of the month for an hour or so. One or two committee are in attendance for the first hour at least. No need to pre-book or confirm attendance, just turn up if you fancy a quick drink and chat.

We are back at The Lamb after a popular request to return to a location nearer Chiswick High Road.

13th March is our second opportunity to try a taster session with Chiswick Rock Choir.   No experience or musical knowledge needed - songs are typically pop songs from the last few decades.  They say it’s all about singing, fun, community and friendship… We will join in a typical practice night with the main choir. Please select one date only. Max number of 12 of us at each session.

Cost : FREE

To book on Eventbrite : CLICK HERE

This event is being co-ordinated by Lesley - please email her at lesleythompson@btinternet.com if you have any queries.

For our March Get Together, we thought we will try something different. We have organized two taster sessions with Chiswick Rock Choir on Thursday 6th and 13th March.   No experience or musical knowledge needed.  They say It’s all about singing, fun, community and friendship… We will join in a typical practice night with the main choir. Please select one date only. Max number of 12 of us at each session.

Cost : FREE

To book on Eventbrite : CLICK HERE  

Songs are typically pop songs from the last few decades. Current repertoire includes:

 Sweet Child Of Mine, Flashdance, Green Green Grass, Club Tropicana, Mountain, Best Of My Love, I Don't Want To Miss A Thing, Video Killed The Radio Star, Shut Up And Dance, Wake Me Up Before You Go Go, Shallow, For Once In My Life, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, Don't Stop Me Now, Boogie Wonderland, Jolene, Loco In Acapulco, Haven't Met You Yet.

Some reviews:

 “My favourite thing is we are encouraged to sing like we’re singing on the shower and no-one is listening”

“Uplifting and rewarding! The friendship, love of singing, amazing stress relief…”

“The buzz I get from it… there’s no medicine that makes me feel like that…”

This event is being co-ordinated by Lesley - please email her at lesleythompson@btinternet.com if you have any queries.

This is an informal monthly meet up on each second Friday of the month for an hour or so. One or two committee are in attendance for the first hour at least. No need to pre-book or confirm attendance, just turn up if you fancy a quick drink and chat.

For this month only, we are back at the Duke of Sussex.

Is Ozempic the answer?   W4W member Dr Penny Law will talk about weight loss and other health issues of interest to women.   The event will be on 16 January, at 8pm, at her house in Chiswick.  We will ask for a £5 donation to Shelter  for those who would like to come.   The Eventbrite link is https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1115639340299?aff=oddtdtcreator

Penny has 20 years experience teaching and practicing obstetrics and gynaecology.  Her website is www.drpenelopelaw.com

When you sign up you’ll get the address.

Our W4W Christmas Party this year will be on Thursday 5 December from 7.30 at My Place Chiswick, 83-85 Chiswick High Rd.   We will have the whole space for the whole evening.

Toni, the owner, is doing us a good deal.  Everyone will get 3 drinks (prosecco, wine, beer or soft) and there will be canapes and sharing plates.  It will be a great chance to catch up with old friends, meet new people, and celebrate W4W’s year.   We will have name badges and a Christmas icebreaker so that if you are new, you’ll find it easy to talk to people.

Tickets are £30 a head. We will be additionally subsidising each of you by £5 from W4W funds.  Stripe link https://buy.stripe.com/3csaF77wq4JI1uE28i

To make it easier for us, could you please buy tickets by 21 November.   And if you have any dietary requirements can you email me on pickeringowen@yahoo.co.uk and I’ll make sure you have enough to eat! 

Organiser - Committee

Be inspired and get creative!

A friendly and relaxed block printing workshop hosted by local designer, Joanna, the founder of Zena and Rose. Choose from a large range of wood blocks and wonderful paint colours. Joanna’s workshops are very accessible for beginners as she guides you through the steps. There is also plenty of opportunity to advance for those who are more confident.

Learn how colours work together and have fun experimenting with colour

Try printing with traditional wooden blocks onto greetings cards, notebooks, gift tags and art paper

All materials are provided

Participants have said:

Found a new favourite thing to do tonight! Thank you Zena & Rose for introducing me to wood block printing. I found it so relaxing and mindful. I loved thinking about colours and design and I am very happy with my lovely new tea towel. A perfect way to spend a rainy Wednesday.

I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. The explanation was clear, guidance and support appreciated and loved the fact I went away with a beautiful handmade product! Thank you.

Explore here to find out more about block printing : https://zenaandrose.com/pages/learn

Tickets

Tickets are £28 and spaces are limited, so click here to book your space today :

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/zenarosedesignltd/1319003

Organiser: Nicky McKenna

On Tuesday 12th November, author Preethi Nair will be hosting an evening reading extracts from her new book 'Unravelling’.

Preethi Nair worked as a management consultant but gave it up to follow her dream and write her first book, Gypsy Masala. Having been rejected by a number of publishers, she set up her own publishing company and PR agency to publish and promote the book. Working under the alias of Pru Menon, Preethi managed to gain substantial coverage and after two years of a roller coaster journey, she managed to sign a three-book deal with HarperCollins. She won the Asian Woman of Achievement award for her endeavours and “Pru” was also short listed as Publicist of the Year for the PPC awards.

About ‘Unravelling’:

Bhanu seems to have it all—a beautiful home, a loving husband, and a perfect family. But her seemingly flawless life is built on secrets and buried dreams. On the eve of her fortieth wedding anniversary, a chance encounter with Deep, her first love, shatters her carefully crafted world. Forced to confront the choices of her past, Bhanu faces a heart-wrenching decision: risk everything for a second chance at love or find freedom in the truth. A compelling story of love, loss, and the courage to change one’s destiny.

The book will be available to purchase at a discount.

Organiser: Ann Crighton


 

On Tuesday 15th October, 6.30pm - 8.30 pm, Eleanor Mills will be hosting an evening reading extracts from her book 'Much More to Come', lessons on the magnificence and mayhem of mid-life.

Eleanor Mills was a journalist and editor for the Sunday Times until she was 'let go' at 49 - an experience not uncommon for mid life women!  She writes about it in her book and has set up NOON to create a community of mid-life women to support us as we navigate midlife collision, redundancy , divorce, family illness  et al. 

Tickets are £5 and include drinks on arrival .  Here is the Stripe link https://buy.stripe.com/dR63cFdUO1xw3CMeV3.  The book will be available to purchase at a discount if you haven't already got a copy ! 

 Please note, parking is not very available in this location 

Organiser: Jackie Naghten


 

Donna, the founder of Chiswick's 'Ballet4Life' will be giving a movement/exercise class. 

Details: 

• Tuesday 1st October  7.30pm - 8.30pm  (socialising after the class at the Tabard)

• Arts Ed, 14 Bath Rd, W4 1LY - Studio 210 

• Ticket price £10  (all of this, except the studio cost, will go to Donna’s charity Move into Wellbeing)

This session is suitable for anyone whether you are doing regular exercise or not.  No previous experience or level of fitness is required.    There will be no floor-based work.  It will start with you seated on chairs with breathing and stretching exercises, then move to standing, free style exercises (like gentle Contemporary Dance movements).

It will incorporate movements to enhance core strength, flexibility and balance.  They will be ones which people could repeat at home on their own or incorporate as part of their existing sports activities.  Please wear any loose comfortable clothing.  
 
The class will be run by Donna Schoenherr who founded Ballet4Life and is a former professional dancer.  Her wide-ranging experience of dance, choreography, teaching etc can be found on the website Ballet4life | England. 

Donna also founded a sister organisation; the charity Move into Wellbeing Home | moveintowellbeing.  As well as classes it promotes the awareness of the benefits and importance of dance in the community. 
 
 If you would like to come, please buy a ticket using this link https://buy.stripe.com/8wM28B2c64JIflu7sy

Organiser: Coral Flanagan

Colour and style evening with our member Sandy Lancaster.

Location: Sandy’s house

Organiser: Sandy Lancaster

We are delighted to invite you to our Summer Party on Tuesday, 2nd July, at 7 pm at The Pilot Pub, W4.

We have reserved the Wellesley Room in the garden. With any luck, the weather will be lovely, allowing us to enjoy the private garden area.

The ticket price is £30, which includes a selection of wines, soft drinks, and a light supper of "bowl food" (vegan options available).

Members are welcome to bring friends who may be interested in joining W4W. The ticket price remains the same for all attendees.

Please book by 22nd June to confirm numbers for the venue.

Booking Link: https://buy.stripe.com/dR628B1825NMddm5ks

We look forward to seeing you there!

Event Details:

Venue: The Pilot Pub, Wellesley Road, Chiswick, W4 4BZ. Wellesley Road is just behind Gunnersbury Tube Station.

Time: From 7 pm

Date: Tuesday, 2nd July 2024

Cost: £30 per ticket - includes wine, soft drinks, and food.

Organiser: Sandy Lancaster

MANY APOLOGIES, DONNA HAS JUST ADVISED US THAT SHE IS OFF SICK TODAY. WE WILL RESCHEDULE THIS EVENT AND TICKETS WILL BE VALID FOR THIS FUTURE SESSION. THE NEW DATE WILL BE COMMUNICATED VIA EMAIL

A movement/exercise class with Donna from Ballet4Life. 

This session is for anyone who wants to consider incorporating more movement into their life.  No previous experience or level of fitness is required.    There will be no floor-based work.  It will start with you seated on chairs with breathing and stretching exercises, then move to standing, free style exercises (like gentle Contemporary Dance movements).

The class will be run by Donna Schoenherr who founded Ballet4Life and is a former professional dancer.  Her wide-ranging experience of dance, choreography, teaching etc can be found on the website Ballet4life | England.   Donna also founded a sister organisation; the charity Move into Wellbeing Home | moveintowellbeing.  As well as classes it promotes the awareness of the benefits and importance of dance in the community. 

You can email Donna beforehand on balletw4@btinternet.com if you would like to discuss a particular mobility or health issue with her in advance - or you can talk to her just before the class.

Tickets are available here: https://buy.stripe.com/8wM28B2c64JIflu7sy
 
You are invited to to socialise after the class at the Tabard pub afterwards.

Organiser: Coral Flanagan

Join our Monthly Book Club. Hosted by our Chair, Ann Crighton, our Book Club is the perfect place to dive into great books and engaging discussions.

How It Works:

- Book Club dates and the book selection are announced one month in advance via email to all members.

- RSVP: To confirm your attendance each month, please email Ann.

Led John Steel, a Blue Badge Guide from Tour de Force London.

A fascinating walking tour of Notting Hill. An area of London with a rich history of famous residents and colourful architecture with art deco cinemas. Victorian shops and markets offer an eclectic mix of vintage and fashion designers, plus the largest antique street market in the UK. The food scene is exquisite and inventive, from the "best smelling food shop in London" to a sushi pub, with other great bars and restaurants. The music studios in the area have produced and recorded some of the greatest artists and songs ever made. Also, classic Hollywood movies were shot on the streets. The ethnic diversity has a long history which brought about one of the world's largest street festivals. There is a lot to see in Notting Hill!

Meeting point (6pm):  Notting Hill Gate Station.

Once you are through the barriers you take a right turn and then go up the stairs on your left and out onto the street. Meet at street level.

Organiser: Kathleen Mitra

Join Our Monthly Film Club. Hosted by our Chair, Ann Crighton, our Film Club is the perfect place to explore great films at a preferential members price.

How It Works:

- Film Club dates, the film and the time are announced a short time in advance via email to all members.

- RSVP: To confirm your attendance each month, please email Ann.