A look ahead to what’s on at The Welcoming this week…
Saturday 2 February, Beginners Salsa at Creative Space
Every Saturday, 12-4pm on the 5th floor at The Welcoming
Join us this Saturday for a one-off participant led salsa class! No experience necessary.
Saturday 2 February (10am – 12 noon), Sunday 3 February (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 4 February, 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 4 February, 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 4 February, Shelter Volunteering Drop-In
12-1pm, 1st floor at The Welcoming
Last week’s visit from Shelter has moved to this Monday 4th February between 12 and 1pm. Pop by the first floor to get to know them and find out about their volunteering opportunities. From helping out in their charity shops to doing admin and research, come find out the many ways in which you can get involved!
Monday 4 February, 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 5 February, 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 5 February, 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 5 February, 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.
*Monthly Activity*
Wednesday 6 February, Welcome to Edinburgh
First Wednesday of every month, 12-1pm, 5th floor at The Welcoming
If you’re new in Edinburgh and new at The Welcoming, the Welcome to Edinburgh session this Wednesday is for you! Come along for a light lunch and to hear about The Welcoming’s services and activities. Please book your place by emailing [email protected]
Wednesday 6 February, Scotland for Newcomers – TBC
Meet at 3pm at The Welcoming
Please check the website for confirmation of the trip on Wednesday.
Wednesday 6 February, 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. Please note that the Singing Group will be taking a short break on 13th February for half-term.
Thursday 7 February, 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 8 February, Another Country at City Arts Centre
Join us for a creative session at the City Art Centre on Friday 8th between 10am and 1pm. We’ll explore “Another Country,” their latest exhibition and then join international artist and curator Alberta Whittle for a fun artistic workshop. No experience is necessary and everyone is welcome! To book your place in this free activity please email [email protected]
Friday 8 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 8 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.
*New Time*
Friday 8 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.
Every Day at The Welcoming, English language classes
See our timetable for all the details.