Social events, short courses, talks & webinars

We often organise fun social get togethers like quizzes, music afternoons, information events, short courses and one-off sessions. These are listed here.

SOCIAL EVENTS

Activity

Date/Location

Cost

Book

Friday Bingo

Alternate Fridays from 1pm at our Barnes Green Centre

£1

For more information please contact Janet on janet.eaton@ageukrichmond.org.uk or call 020 8876 2377

TALKS & INFORMATION EVENTS

Activity	Date/Location	Cost	Book
Pop-up Brain Health & Dementia Information Day	21 May, 1oam to 3pm at Patch Twickenham	Free	Please see our information webpage for more details: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/richmonduponthames/get-involved/dementia-action-week/
Connect to Tech Clinic at Pools on the park	Tuesday 19 May, 11am to 1pm at the caferia at Pools on the Park	Free	Bring your device and any questions along on Tuesday 19 May, between 11am and 1pm. Our IT volunteers will be there to help and guide you as you explore technology - no booking required. Connect to Tech is a free service for everyone aged 65+ living in Richmond upon Thames. For more information call 020 8744 1965 or email connecttotech@ageukrichmond.org.uk
Walking Football Tournament	Tuesday 16 June, 10am at St Mary's University all-weather Football Pitch	£80 entry fee per team	Join Age UK Richmond's 1st Walking Football Tournament! Anyone over 65 who enjoys Walking Football can take part. Get your team together and take part in this 7-a-side friendly competition. For more information call Ebru on 020 8744 1965 or email wellbeing@ageukrichmond.org.uk
Tablet & Smartphone workshop in partnership with eBay	17 June, 11am in Central Richmond	£6 (includes refreshmets)	We invite you to our two-hour technology workshop with eBay. Bring your mobile phone, laptop or tablet and our friendly techies will help you with any questions or problems on a one-to-one basis. As we have limited places available, we will recommend making a booking as soon as possible if you'd like to attend. Please book, ideally via our online here: https://age-uk-richmond.yapsody.com/event/index/871597/age-uk-richmond-tablet-smartphone-workshop-with-ebay

SHORT COURSES

Activity	Date/Location	Cost	Book
Artistic Expression Group for Women	Every Monday at Barnes Green Centre, 10am to 12pm	Free	Join this friendly group with volunteer artist Helen. A relaxed weekly session focusing on companionship, creativity and conversation. No need to book, just drop in. Or please contact Janet Eaton on 020 8876 2377 or janet.eaton@ageukrichmond.org.uk
Caring Connections Drop in	At Barnes Green Centre, 1pm to 3pm	Free	Feeling low, anxious or stuck? Come and have a confidential chat. For more information please contact Janet Eaton on 020 8876 2377 or janet.eaton@ageukrichmond.org.uk
Walking Football	Tuesdays, 10am to 11am at St Mary's University Teddington	£5 per session to be paid on the day	Want to stay active, meet new people, and enjoy football at a gentler pace? We’re excited to introduce our new Tuesday Walking Football Club. Our first session will take place on 6 January and designed at a slower pace, to give less able players a comfortable and enjoyable way to take part. Enjoy light exercise, friendly games, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. No experience needed, just comfortable shoes and a willingness to join in. To book your place please contact Ebru on ebru.ozsavasci@ageukrichmond.org.uk or call 020 8744 1965.
Once in a Blue Moon	31 May, 2pm to 4pm at Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham, TW1 3BL	Free	A once in a Blue Moon chance to try something different! Join artist Abigail Hunt and members of Age UK Richmond for a session of creative making and writing, meeting new people, talking and sharing. The session will also include a visit to the All the Things exhibition. All adults welcome. Come alone or bring a friend, explore ideas around play and imagination. You can join in at whatever level you wish, whether it be sitting back and listening over a cuppa, playing a game or getting full on messy with the making tables. Blue clothing welcomed! Book here: https://www.ticketsource.com/richmond-arts-service/t-dkknjma
Pickleball	Starts 3 June, 10am at Active Hampton	£36 for the course	Pickleball is a fun new sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Pickleball can be played indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court. Two or four players use solid wooden paddles to hit a plastic ball over a net. It incorporates many of the skills of racquet sports but doesn't require the same speed and force, making it ideal for over 55s. Age UK Richmond is running a 6 week introductory course inside the fantastic sports hall at Active Hampton (situated in the square by the White House Family Hub, the Sainsburys and the Hampton Ale House). The course is 6 weeks but we will take a one week break after 2 sessions - thus lessons will take place on: 3 June 10 June No session on 17 June 24 June 1 July 8 July 15 July Book online here: https://age-uk-richmond.yapsody.com/event/index/871317/age-uk-richmond-6-week-pickleball-course

For more information about the above events please email wellbeing@ageukrichmond.org.uk

More Wellbeing Services Activities:

Regular Activities at Community Locations

Outings

Online and at home activities

Connect to Tech – Enhance Digital Skills

Community Connections