Saturday 26 January, Creative Space
Every Saturday, 12-4pm on the 5th floor at The Welcoming 
Join us on Saturday for Creative Space, our weekly arts session on the 5th floor. There will be a variety of activities to enjoy, including painting, drawing, board games and music! All welcome, pop in anytime between 12-4pm. 
Saturday 26 January (10am – 12 noon), Sunday 27 January (11am – 1pm)
Digital Skills for Arabic Speakers
These classes are delivered in Arabic and English and are a great way to gain confidence with using computers for email, internet, shopping, banking and creating all kinds of documents. Spaces are limited so please call the Welcoming office on 346 8577 or email [email protected] to book your place. 

Monday 28 January, Open Book Reading Group 
10-12pm, 5th floor at The Welcoming
Join us every week as we discover new authors and stories together. This is a lovely way to meet new people and enjoy reading together. 

Monday 28 January – there will be no Cycling for Newcomers activity this month, we will be back in February when the weather is hopefully a bit warmer!

Monday 28 January, Women’s Cafe
Every Monday, 10.30-12.30, Oxgangs Library, EH13 9LY
Join us for a new weekly women’s cafe, at Oxgangs Library! This fun, free, friendly group is for any women in Edinburgh who would like to meet up, meet new people and explore different cultures. Children welcome! 

Monday 28 January, Shelter Volunteering Drop-In 
12-1pm, 1st floor at The Welcoming
Shelter will be hosting an information stand in our 1st floor classroom from 12-1pm, pop by to find out how you can get involved and volunteer with them.

Monday 28 January, Employment Workshop 
3-5pm, 5th floor at The Welcoming 
Drop in to Leon’s employment workshop for a chat about what support you need with your CV, interview prep or application writing. He will be able to refer you for a 1 to 1 appointment with more support.

Tuesday 29 January, Women’s Cafe
Every Tuesday, 10.30-12.30, Westerhailes Library, EH14 2ST
Join us for a new weekly women’s cafe, at Oxgangs Library! This fun, free, friendly group is for any women in Edinburgh who would like to meet up, meet new people and explore different cultures. Children welcome! 

Tuesday 29 January, Gym & Swim Session
3-5pm, Leith Victoria Gym & Swimming Pool
Our weekly gym and swim session has a new day! We will meet at Leith Victoria at 3pm (there will not be a meeting point at The Welcoming), for our workout session! Join us to use the gym, or have a relaxing swim, for just £1.

Tuesday 29 January, Games Night
Every Tuesday, 5-7pm, 5th floor at The Welcoming
Join us for our weekly games night on the 5th floor! We have a range of activities available, including table tennis, pool and a great selection of board games. 

Wednesday 30 January, Scotland for Newcomers – Edinburgh Castle 
Spaces must be booked!
Join us on Wednesday for a free guided tour of the wonderful Edinburgh Castle! Tickets are limited so please email [email protected] to book yours. The visit will take place between 3-5pm on the castle grounds. 

Wednesday 30 January, Singing Group
Every Wednesday, 7.30-9pm, at St Martin of Tours Episcopal Church
Looking to start something new in 2019? Meet new people and enjoy music together? Join our weekly singing group! No experience necessary.

Thursday 31 January, Wee Blether
Every Thursday, 3.30-5pm, 5th floor at The Welcoming
Join our new weekly conversation activity, The Wee Blether! This is a chance to enjoy informal conversations within a small comfortable group. The session is run by volunteers Pirjo and Eva. There will be 8 spaces per week, but you don’t need to book in advance. 

Friday 1 February , Welcoming Lunch
12.15-1.15, 1st floor at The Welcoming
Come along to the first floor and join us for a friendly, relaxed lunch. We will have a selection of sandwiches and salads from Pret, we look forward to seeing you all there!

Friday 1 February, Conversation Cafe
1.30-3.30pm, 1st floor at The Welcoming
Join us for our weekly Conversation Cafe! This is a chance to meet new people, and chat with local volunteers. Each week we will have a new topic for activities and discussion. 
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Friday 1 February, Employment Workshop 
2-4pm, 5th floor at The Welcoming 
Drop in to Leon’s employment workshop for a chat about what support you need with your CV, interview prep or application writing. He will be able to refer you for a 1 to 1 appointment with more support.

Friday 1 February, Another Country
Another Country exhibition tour and workshop at the City Art Centre on Friday 1st of February. Free and open to all levels. To book email [email protected]

Every Day at The Welcoming, English language classes
See our timetable for all the details. 

What’s on at The Welcoming 26th Jan – 1st Feb