There is always so much going on at Open Door, see below what happens on a weekly basis, and also an ad hoc basis! Sign up to our newsletter to keep up to date on everything that's going on. You can read the latest newsletter here.
Don't forget we usually have an exhibition on as well, and our donations café is open 10:30-3:30 Monday-Saturday.
If you'd prefer, you can download our PDF schedule for January.
Don't forget we usually have an exhibition on as well, and our donations café is open 10:30-3:30 Monday-Saturday.
If you'd prefer, you can download our PDF schedule for January.
One off events, courses and workshops
Meal Delivery Service
Selected dates
Donations welcome
Open Door is continuing its meal delivery service for isolated and vulnerable members of our community which restarted in December. Deliveries will take place in December between 4pm and 5pm on the following dates:
Selected dates
Donations welcome
Open Door is continuing its meal delivery service for isolated and vulnerable members of our community which restarted in December. Deliveries will take place in December between 4pm and 5pm on the following dates:
- Tuesday 11th January
- Thursday 13th January
- Tuesday 18th January
- Thursday 20th January
- Tuesday 25th January
- Thursday 27th January
Current exhibition - 'Hidden Treasures'
Until Saturday 22nd January 2022
Free to visit the exhibition - why not have a cuppa in our donations café too!
Visit our exhibition featuring work from a range of artists, around the theme of 'Hidden Treasures'. See our Exhibitions page for details.
No need to book - pop in between 10:30-3:30 Monday to Saturday
Until Saturday 22nd January 2022
Free to visit the exhibition - why not have a cuppa in our donations café too!
Visit our exhibition featuring work from a range of artists, around the theme of 'Hidden Treasures'. See our Exhibitions page for details.
No need to book - pop in between 10:30-3:30 Monday to Saturday
Winter Cards project - send a greeting to someone in your community this January
Throughout January
Free
We have a wonderful community project for you to participate in this January! Created and developed by one of our young volunteers, our Winter Card Project aims to combat loneliness and isolation during arguably the hardest month of the year for many. Here's how it works:
- Pickup a card template from Open Door during January
- Follow the prompts on the template to create a lovely greetings card for someone in the community
- Drop in your completed card back to Open Door by 1st February, along with the completed slip which will enter you in to a raffle to win a hamper (raffle will be done on 2nd Feb)
- The completed cards will be distributed by Open Door from 3rd Feb, to others in the community - you may also pick one up for yourself!
Pickup your card from Open Door, or download and print it here.
Throughout January
Free
We have a wonderful community project for you to participate in this January! Created and developed by one of our young volunteers, our Winter Card Project aims to combat loneliness and isolation during arguably the hardest month of the year for many. Here's how it works:
- Pickup a card template from Open Door during January
- Follow the prompts on the template to create a lovely greetings card for someone in the community
- Drop in your completed card back to Open Door by 1st February, along with the completed slip which will enter you in to a raffle to win a hamper (raffle will be done on 2nd Feb)
- The completed cards will be distributed by Open Door from 3rd Feb, to others in the community - you may also pick one up for yourself!
Pickup your card from Open Door, or download and print it here.
Qigong with Yoko
Tuesday 11th January - 8th February (5 weeks)
11am-12noon or 12:30-1:30
£50 for the 5 sessions
Qi = energy, gong = skill - learn how to cultivate and improve your energy through these ancient Chinese exercises intended to strengthen muscles and organs, improve breathing and focus attention and intentions; helping you to achieve unity of mind, body and spirit. Improve blood circulation, increase flexibility and mobility, strengthen lungs, plus many more benefits. Suitable for all ages. For complete beginners.
Find out more and book via yokoyaghmie@btinternet.com or 07947988465
Tuesday 11th January - 8th February (5 weeks)
11am-12noon or 12:30-1:30
£50 for the 5 sessions
Qi = energy, gong = skill - learn how to cultivate and improve your energy through these ancient Chinese exercises intended to strengthen muscles and organs, improve breathing and focus attention and intentions; helping you to achieve unity of mind, body and spirit. Improve blood circulation, increase flexibility and mobility, strengthen lungs, plus many more benefits. Suitable for all ages. For complete beginners.
Find out more and book via yokoyaghmie@btinternet.com or 07947988465
Programming Club: Coder Dojo (7-15 years) - fully booked
Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 - 6 week block from 12th January - 23rd Febuary
Free, donations welcome
If your child is interested in creating apps for their phone, or building their own website to showcase their interests? Or, to create a computer game or cool animation? Young people from 7-15 years old can learn to do all of this, for free, at Coder Dojo Programming Club at Open Door!
Dojos are fun spaces where children and teens can use their imagination and creativity to learn cool new skills, and make new friends. Open to all levels, no experience necessary.
Please book at www.bookwhen.com/opendoor - the sessions are bookable either for the series of six, as one off sessions, or to start part way through the series.
Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 - 6 week block from 12th January - 23rd Febuary
Free, donations welcome
If your child is interested in creating apps for their phone, or building their own website to showcase their interests? Or, to create a computer game or cool animation? Young people from 7-15 years old can learn to do all of this, for free, at Coder Dojo Programming Club at Open Door!
Dojos are fun spaces where children and teens can use their imagination and creativity to learn cool new skills, and make new friends. Open to all levels, no experience necessary.
Please book at www.bookwhen.com/opendoor - the sessions are bookable either for the series of six, as one off sessions, or to start part way through the series.
Support Group for Parents of Neurodiverse Children
Thursday 13th January 2021, 7-8pm (and every 2nd Thursday of the month)
Free, but donations welcome towards running costs
We are setting up a new support group for parents of neurodiverse children - those on the Autistic spectrum. The group will be run by parents, for parents, with the aim of sharing stories, experiences, and ideas. It can be very lonely and isolating when you have a child who is neurodivergent. We hope that by setting up this group we can offer support for one another and a new community.
Please email ponkgroup24@gmail.com for more info or to book
Thursday 13th January 2021, 7-8pm (and every 2nd Thursday of the month)
Free, but donations welcome towards running costs
We are setting up a new support group for parents of neurodiverse children - those on the Autistic spectrum. The group will be run by parents, for parents, with the aim of sharing stories, experiences, and ideas. It can be very lonely and isolating when you have a child who is neurodivergent. We hope that by setting up this group we can offer support for one another and a new community.
Please email ponkgroup24@gmail.com for more info or to book
Pottery with Edwina - 3 session courses
Fridays 14th, 21st & 28th January, 2-4pm
Saturdays 15th, 22nd & 29th January, 10:30-12:30
£60 for the three sessions
Come and discover pottery through this short course with Edwina.
Contact Edwina on weenawilks@hotmail.com or 07595310951 for more info or to book
Fridays 14th, 21st & 28th January, 2-4pm
Saturdays 15th, 22nd & 29th January, 10:30-12:30
£60 for the three sessions
Come and discover pottery through this short course with Edwina.
Contact Edwina on weenawilks@hotmail.com or 07595310951 for more info or to book
Guided Acrylics workshops with Louise Williams
4 week course - Tuesdays 18th, 25th January and 1st & 8th February 2022
1-3pm on Zoom (£50), or 7-9pm in person at Open Door (£60 - materials provided and refreshments available)
These workshops are ideal for beginners and those with some experience. Learn new techniques and explore ideas at these sociable small group workshops.
Contact Louise for more information or to book email gocreate123@gmail.com
4 week course - Tuesdays 18th, 25th January and 1st & 8th February 2022
1-3pm on Zoom (£50), or 7-9pm in person at Open Door (£60 - materials provided and refreshments available)
These workshops are ideal for beginners and those with some experience. Learn new techniques and explore ideas at these sociable small group workshops.
Contact Louise for more information or to book email gocreate123@gmail.com
Connections: Men's Health and Nutrition, with Mark Francas of Nourish Men's Nutrition & Health
Thursday 20th January 2022, 7pm - 9pm
Free, donations welcome
It's so important to look after your health, particularly as we get older and enter middle and later life. Men very often overlook this! Our Connections programme kicks off again on 20 January 2022 with a fascinating session run by Mark Francas of Nourish Men's Nutrition & Health - www.nourishmensnutrition.com. We will look at men and men's health as we get older and look at ways to improve health and slow down the ageing process! Attending the session will put you into our Prize Draw for one of two free Health Checks with Mark (value £50).
For further information and to book your place, see our Connections Meetups page
Thursday 20th January 2022, 7pm - 9pm
Free, donations welcome
It's so important to look after your health, particularly as we get older and enter middle and later life. Men very often overlook this! Our Connections programme kicks off again on 20 January 2022 with a fascinating session run by Mark Francas of Nourish Men's Nutrition & Health - www.nourishmensnutrition.com. We will look at men and men's health as we get older and look at ways to improve health and slow down the ageing process! Attending the session will put you into our Prize Draw for one of two free Health Checks with Mark (value £50).
For further information and to book your place, see our Connections Meetups page
Mary's Meals
No Mary's Meals this month 29th January - new date TBC!
Donations welcome
Each month we host the wonderful Mary's Meals, an amazing global charity which aims to provide one
good meal to some of the world's poorest children every school day. Volunteers will be serving up some delicious soup, tea and cake, and you can also buy some wonderful treasures from their table top sale. For more information, visit www.marysmeals.org.uk
No need to book (note our café is open as usual from 10:30-3:30 for tea and cake)
No Mary's Meals this month 29th January - new date TBC!
Donations welcome
Each month we host the wonderful Mary's Meals, an amazing global charity which aims to provide one
good meal to some of the world's poorest children every school day. Volunteers will be serving up some delicious soup, tea and cake, and you can also buy some wonderful treasures from their table top sale. For more information, visit www.marysmeals.org.uk
No need to book (note our café is open as usual from 10:30-3:30 for tea and cake)
Repair Café
Saturday 5th February, 9:30-12:30 (first Saturday of every month)
Donations welcome
We are so sorry we had to cancel January's Repair Café due to the need for close working and the risk of covid. Please check back here before travelling in case we have to cancel February's too.
Throw it away? No way!
Do you have something that needs fixing? Prefer to mend it than throw it away?
You're invited to pop in with your broken things and let our experts take a look – you can even enjoy a cuppa and a cake whilst you wait – either inside, or in our lovely garden. We ask for a voluntary donation in exchange for your repair, and any refreshments. No need to book! We are also seeking more volunteers to repair things - if you're interested please visit the page below and get in touch :)
For more information see our Repair Café page.
Saturday 5th February, 9:30-12:30 (first Saturday of every month)
Donations welcome
We are so sorry we had to cancel January's Repair Café due to the need for close working and the risk of covid. Please check back here before travelling in case we have to cancel February's too.
Throw it away? No way!
Do you have something that needs fixing? Prefer to mend it than throw it away?
You're invited to pop in with your broken things and let our experts take a look – you can even enjoy a cuppa and a cake whilst you wait – either inside, or in our lovely garden. We ask for a voluntary donation in exchange for your repair, and any refreshments. No need to book! We are also seeking more volunteers to repair things - if you're interested please visit the page below and get in touch :)
For more information see our Repair Café page.
Regular weekly activities
Mondays
Functional Pilates
10 - 11am, and 11:15 - 12:15
£14 per class
A more functional & clinical approach to better movement through a Pilates led style of teaching. All classes are slow, therapeutic, focussed with emphasis on good technique and enabling clients to attain a better understanding of how to use their bodies in a way to keep them as active as possible. Currently this being led by an osteopath or another teacher with clinical experience.
Please contact Samantha Chamberlain of Functional Pilates on 07968 062791 or sam.functionaltherapies@gmail.com for further information and to book
10 - 11am, and 11:15 - 12:15
£14 per class
A more functional & clinical approach to better movement through a Pilates led style of teaching. All classes are slow, therapeutic, focussed with emphasis on good technique and enabling clients to attain a better understanding of how to use their bodies in a way to keep them as active as possible. Currently this being led by an osteopath or another teacher with clinical experience.
Please contact Samantha Chamberlain of Functional Pilates on 07968 062791 or sam.functionaltherapies@gmail.com for further information and to book
Creative Mondays
10:30am - midday (downstairs in the cafe)
Bring along a creative project you are working on, from knitting, needlework, craft or design and share ideas and company at Open Door.
Drop in session - booking not required
10:30am - midday (downstairs in the cafe)
Bring along a creative project you are working on, from knitting, needlework, craft or design and share ideas and company at Open Door.
Drop in session - booking not required
Paracise with Susie Alderson - on Zoom
Mondays, 10:30am - 11:15am
First class FREE, then £5 a session
Join Susie for her 45-minute Paracise (low impact exercise to music) sessions by Zoom.
For more information or to book, please contact Susie susie.alderson@outlook.com on or 07762 138356 - or visit www.paracise.com
Mondays, 10:30am - 11:15am
First class FREE, then £5 a session
Join Susie for her 45-minute Paracise (low impact exercise to music) sessions by Zoom.
For more information or to book, please contact Susie susie.alderson@outlook.com on or 07762 138356 - or visit www.paracise.com
Connections men's yoga
Mondays, 8pm - 9pm
£10 a session or £90 for 10
Yoga is a wonderful physical and mental discipline that can help your overall wellbeing. We're working with a highly experienced yoga teacher, Sarah Robinson from Essential Beauty, who's been running a men’s yoga class for a number of years. The classes will be running on Zoom, moving to face to face when we're allowed.
If you'd like to find out more or book a place, please contact Iain Manson at iain.manson@opendoorberkhamsted.co.uk Or find out more on our Connections men's yoga page.
Mondays, 8pm - 9pm
£10 a session or £90 for 10
Yoga is a wonderful physical and mental discipline that can help your overall wellbeing. We're working with a highly experienced yoga teacher, Sarah Robinson from Essential Beauty, who's been running a men’s yoga class for a number of years. The classes will be running on Zoom, moving to face to face when we're allowed.
If you'd like to find out more or book a place, please contact Iain Manson at iain.manson@opendoorberkhamsted.co.uk Or find out more on our Connections men's yoga page.
Tuesdays
The Open Door Book group - in person
Last Tuesday of the month, 1:30-3pm - starting 22nd Feb
Open Door upstairs studio
Donations welcome - tea and cakes provided!
Here’s what’s coming up:
Email Jane Ellen at fredcharliej@gmail.com for further details on how to join the group (it's free to everyone) and to register your place.
Last Tuesday of the month, 1:30-3pm - starting 22nd Feb
Open Door upstairs studio
Donations welcome - tea and cakes provided!
Here’s what’s coming up:
- 22 February - Standard Deviation by Katherine Heiny – A funny, bittersweet story about family, love, and origami.
- 29 March - Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones - ‘My father, James Witherspoon, is a bigamist.’ About secrets, lies and hope.
- 26 April - Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury – 27/28 April. A dystopian world in which firemen burn books.
Email Jane Ellen at fredcharliej@gmail.com for further details on how to join the group (it's free to everyone) and to register your place.
Yoga Nidra with Natalie
Tuesdays 7-8:15pm
£15 per session
A deeply healing rest session, in which you are guided through a conscious sleep journey whilst lying down in a nourishing, cosy, warm nest. Natalie guides you through some yoga inspired gentle physical movement as preparation for the rest session. Afterwards, Natalie holds a space for sharing and connection with herbal tea and healthy snacks. Everyone welcome – all equipment provided. Wear warm and comfy clothes.
For more information or to book please contact nataliebrophyyoga@gmail.com
Tuesdays 7-8:15pm
£15 per session
A deeply healing rest session, in which you are guided through a conscious sleep journey whilst lying down in a nourishing, cosy, warm nest. Natalie guides you through some yoga inspired gentle physical movement as preparation for the rest session. Afterwards, Natalie holds a space for sharing and connection with herbal tea and healthy snacks. Everyone welcome – all equipment provided. Wear warm and comfy clothes.
For more information or to book please contact nataliebrophyyoga@gmail.com
Wednesdays
'Sagalates' with Michelle Selinger
Every Wednesday, 10:30 - 11:15
£5 a week
A seated Pilates class for those who would prefer not to have to lie on a mat. Gentle Pilates movements - some seated and some standing with the chair as a support.
To book, please drop Michelle an email at michelleselinger@outlook.com or call her on 07826 858533.
Every Wednesday, 10:30 - 11:15
£5 a week
A seated Pilates class for those who would prefer not to have to lie on a mat. Gentle Pilates movements - some seated and some standing with the chair as a support.
To book, please drop Michelle an email at michelleselinger@outlook.com or call her on 07826 858533.
Art with Julie Smare
Every Wednesday 12:30-2:30
£15 a session - pay on the day
A warm and friendly art group for both beginners or with those with more experience. Paint alongside people working with watercolours, acrylics, pastels and charcoal. Everyone welcome.
Contact Julie for more information or to book: julie.smare1@gmail.com
Every Wednesday 12:30-2:30
£15 a session - pay on the day
A warm and friendly art group for both beginners or with those with more experience. Paint alongside people working with watercolours, acrylics, pastels and charcoal. Everyone welcome.
Contact Julie for more information or to book: julie.smare1@gmail.com
The Open Door Book group
Last Wednesday of the month at 2pm (also on Thurs eve, see below)
Via Zoom, free
We have two reading groups, who meet on Zoom for lively discussions! Here’s what’s coming up.
Email Jane Ellen at fredcharliej@gmail.com for further details on how to join the group (it's free to everyone) and to register your place. Jane can also provide details about the books and information on using Zoom.
Last Wednesday of the month at 2pm (also on Thurs eve, see below)
Via Zoom, free
We have two reading groups, who meet on Zoom for lively discussions! Here’s what’s coming up.
- 26/27 January - An Honest Man by Ben Fergusson – A coming-of-age novel? A Cold War spy story? Set in 1989 Berlin, this was voted the ‘best book’ of 2019.
- 23/ 24 February - Standard Deviation by Katherine Heiny – A funny, bittersweet story about family, love, and origami.
- 30/31 March - Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones - ‘My father, James Witherspoon, is a bigamist.’ About secrets, lies and hope.
- 27/28 April - Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury – 27/28 April. A dystopian world in which firemen burn books.
Email Jane Ellen at fredcharliej@gmail.com for further details on how to join the group (it's free to everyone) and to register your place. Jane can also provide details about the books and information on using Zoom.
Programming Club: Coder Dojo (7-15 years)
Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 - 6 week block from 12th Jan - 23rd Feb
Free, donations welcome
If your child is interested in creating apps for their phone, or building their own website to showcase their interests? Or, to create a computer game or cool animation? Young people from 7-15 years old can learn to do all of this, for free, at Coder Dojo Programming Club at Open Door!
Dojos are fun spaces where children and teens can use their imagination and creativity to learn cool new skills, and make new friends. Open to all levels, no experience necessary.
Please book at www.bookwhen.com/opendoor - the sessions are bookable either for the series of six, as one off sessions, or to start part way through the series.
Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 - 6 week block from 12th Jan - 23rd Feb
Free, donations welcome
If your child is interested in creating apps for their phone, or building their own website to showcase their interests? Or, to create a computer game or cool animation? Young people from 7-15 years old can learn to do all of this, for free, at Coder Dojo Programming Club at Open Door!
Dojos are fun spaces where children and teens can use their imagination and creativity to learn cool new skills, and make new friends. Open to all levels, no experience necessary.
Please book at www.bookwhen.com/opendoor - the sessions are bookable either for the series of six, as one off sessions, or to start part way through the series.
Yoga with Raccine
Wednesdays 7pm - 8:15pm
First class FREE, then £10 a session
Raccine’s teaching style works for both beginners and experienced students, with an emphasis on breathing technique, stretching and mobilisation of the body, together with traditional and modern yoga poses. Classes start and finish with time for relaxation.
Email Raccine at raccineyoga@gmail.com to book a place
Wednesdays 7pm - 8:15pm
First class FREE, then £10 a session
Raccine’s teaching style works for both beginners and experienced students, with an emphasis on breathing technique, stretching and mobilisation of the body, together with traditional and modern yoga poses. Classes start and finish with time for relaxation.
Email Raccine at raccineyoga@gmail.com to book a place
Thursdays
Pilates with Michelle Selinger - now back in person!
Every Thursday from September 9th, 9:45-10:45
£10 a week
Pilates is a system of exercise and is full body programme with a mind/ body emphasis. Focus is placed on controlled movements performed in a fluid and balanced way to improve strength, mobility, flexibility, and coordination when practiced regularly. Beginners & Returners welcome.
To book, please drop Michelle an email at michelleselinger@outlook.com or call her on 07826 858533.
Every Thursday from September 9th, 9:45-10:45
£10 a week
Pilates is a system of exercise and is full body programme with a mind/ body emphasis. Focus is placed on controlled movements performed in a fluid and balanced way to improve strength, mobility, flexibility, and coordination when practiced regularly. Beginners & Returners welcome.
To book, please drop Michelle an email at michelleselinger@outlook.com or call her on 07826 858533.
Wobble with Susie Alderson
Thursdays from 10am
Via Zoom
These gentle and social exercise sessions are aimed at those who would like to maintain or improve their quality of life, but can't stand for the duration of a traditional exercise class. See the Wobble flyer for more details.
If you're interested in taking part, get in touch with Susie at susie.alderson@outlook.com or on 07762 138356, or visit wobbleclasses.com
Thursdays from 10am
Via Zoom
These gentle and social exercise sessions are aimed at those who would like to maintain or improve their quality of life, but can't stand for the duration of a traditional exercise class. See the Wobble flyer for more details.
If you're interested in taking part, get in touch with Susie at susie.alderson@outlook.com or on 07762 138356, or visit wobbleclasses.com
Chair yoga with Hilary Warrell - now back in person!
Thursdays 11:30am -12:30pm
£10 per class
Hilary is back in person running her brilliant chair yoga classes, with the opportunity to stay for a social cuppa and chat afterwards. Join her for an hour of functional and fun mindful movement and breathwork, designed to improve joint mobility, strength, balance, coordination, confidence and mood. It’s suitable for all ages and designed to be very inclusive.
To book, please contact Hilary on 07963 252577 or hgwarrell@hotmail.co.uk
Thursdays 11:30am -12:30pm
£10 per class
Hilary is back in person running her brilliant chair yoga classes, with the opportunity to stay for a social cuppa and chat afterwards. Join her for an hour of functional and fun mindful movement and breathwork, designed to improve joint mobility, strength, balance, coordination, confidence and mood. It’s suitable for all ages and designed to be very inclusive.
To book, please contact Hilary on 07963 252577 or hgwarrell@hotmail.co.uk
Support Group for Parents of Neurodiverse Children
Second Thursday of the month, 7-8pm
Free, but donations welcome towards running costs
We are setting up a new support group for parents of neurodiverse children - those on the Autistic spectrum. The group will be run by parents, for parents, with the aim of sharing stories, experiences, and ideas. It can be very lonely and isolating when you have a child who is neurodivergent. We hope that by setting up this group we can offer support for one another and a new community.
Please email ponkgroup24@gmail.com for more info or to book
Second Thursday of the month, 7-8pm
Free, but donations welcome towards running costs
We are setting up a new support group for parents of neurodiverse children - those on the Autistic spectrum. The group will be run by parents, for parents, with the aim of sharing stories, experiences, and ideas. It can be very lonely and isolating when you have a child who is neurodivergent. We hope that by setting up this group we can offer support for one another and a new community.
Please email ponkgroup24@gmail.com for more info or to book
Connections men's meet-ups
Third Thursday of every month, 7-9pm
These are a safe and supportive environment where you'll join other men to discuss and deal with a range of issues – trusting each other and being open to sharing.
Go to the Connections page for more information.
Third Thursday of every month, 7-9pm
These are a safe and supportive environment where you'll join other men to discuss and deal with a range of issues – trusting each other and being open to sharing.
Go to the Connections page for more information.
The Open Door Book group
Last Thursday of the month at 7:30pm (also Weds 2pm, see above)
Via Zoom, free
We have two reading groups, who meet on Zoom for lively discussions! Here’s what’s coming up.
Last Thursday of the month at 7:30pm (also Weds 2pm, see above)
Via Zoom, free
We have two reading groups, who meet on Zoom for lively discussions! Here’s what’s coming up.
- 26/27 January - An Honest Man by Ben Fergusson – A coming-of-age novel? A Cold War spy story? Set in 1989 Berlin, this was voted the ‘best book’ of 2019.
- 23/ 24 February - Standard Deviation by Katherine Heiny – A funny, bittersweet story about family, love, and origami.
- 30/31 March - Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones - ‘My father, James Witherspoon, is a bigamist.’ About secrets, lies and hope.
- 27/28 April - Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury – 27/28 April. A dystopian world in which firemen burn books.
Fridays
Yoga with Raccine
Fridays, 10:00am - 11:15am
First class FREE, then £10 a session
Raccine’s teaching style works for both beginners and experienced students, with an emphasis on breathing technique, stretching and mobilisation of the body, together with traditional and modern yoga poses. Classes start and finish with time for relaxation.
Email Raccine at raccineyoga@gmail.com to book a place
Fridays, 10:00am - 11:15am
First class FREE, then £10 a session
Raccine’s teaching style works for both beginners and experienced students, with an emphasis on breathing technique, stretching and mobilisation of the body, together with traditional and modern yoga poses. Classes start and finish with time for relaxation.
Email Raccine at raccineyoga@gmail.com to book a place
Memory Cafe
Fridays, 10:30 - 12noon
Free
We run a weekly Memory Café for people with dementia and Alzheimer's (and a family member/carer) – an opportunity to take part in crafts and games.
Please email before you or a loved one come for the first time - info@opendoorberkhamsted.co.uk.
Fridays, 10:30 - 12noon
Free
We run a weekly Memory Café for people with dementia and Alzheimer's (and a family member/carer) – an opportunity to take part in crafts and games.
Please email before you or a loved one come for the first time - info@opendoorberkhamsted.co.uk.
Paracise with Susie Alderson - on Zoom
Fridays, 10:30 - 11:15am
First class FREE, then £5 a session
Join Susie for her 45-minute Paracise (low impact exercise to music) sessions by Zoom.
For more information, please contact Susie susie.alderson@outlook.com on or 07762 138356 - or visit www.paracise.com
Fridays, 10:30 - 11:15am
First class FREE, then £5 a session
Join Susie for her 45-minute Paracise (low impact exercise to music) sessions by Zoom.
For more information, please contact Susie susie.alderson@outlook.com on or 07762 138356 - or visit www.paracise.com
Saturdays
Repair Café
First Saturday of every month, 9:30-12:30
(8th Jan 2022 CANCELLED, 5th Feb, 5th March, etc)
Donations welcome
Throw it away? No way!
Do you have something that needs fixing? Prefer to mend it than throw it away?
You're invited to pop in with your broken things and let our experts take a look – you can even enjoy a cuppa and a cake whilst you wait – either inside, or in our lovely garden.
We ask for a voluntary donation in exchange for your repair, and any refreshments. No need to book!
For more information see our Repair Café page.
First Saturday of every month, 9:30-12:30
(8th Jan 2022 CANCELLED, 5th Feb, 5th March, etc)
Donations welcome
Throw it away? No way!
Do you have something that needs fixing? Prefer to mend it than throw it away?
You're invited to pop in with your broken things and let our experts take a look – you can even enjoy a cuppa and a cake whilst you wait – either inside, or in our lovely garden.
We ask for a voluntary donation in exchange for your repair, and any refreshments. No need to book!
For more information see our Repair Café page.
Mary's Meals
Last Saturday of every month, 12-3pm
Donations welcome
Each month we host the wonderful Mary's Meals, an amazing global charity which aims to provide one
good meal to some of the world's poorest children every school day. Volunteers will be serving up some delicious soup, tea and cake, and you can also buy some wonderful treasures from their table top sale. For more information, visit www.marysmeals.org.uk
No need to book (note our café is open as usual from 10:30-3:30 for tea and cake)
Last Saturday of every month, 12-3pm
Donations welcome
Each month we host the wonderful Mary's Meals, an amazing global charity which aims to provide one
good meal to some of the world's poorest children every school day. Volunteers will be serving up some delicious soup, tea and cake, and you can also buy some wonderful treasures from their table top sale. For more information, visit www.marysmeals.org.uk
No need to book (note our café is open as usual from 10:30-3:30 for tea and cake)
On demand video yoga classes
One of our yoga tutors, Raccine, has made some yoga videos you can follow at home at a time that suits you. Enjoy!
Gentle Yoga
Stress Relief
Twist and release
Energy Balance
Upper body and relaxation
Email Raccine at raccineyoga@gmail.com for further information about her classes etc!
Gentle Yoga
Stress Relief
Twist and release
Energy Balance
Upper body and relaxation
Email Raccine at raccineyoga@gmail.com for further information about her classes etc!
Online Support
If you’d like to join one of our online classes but you don’t feel confident using Zoom, we can offer tips and technical help if you contact us on itsupport@opendoorberkhamsted.co.uk