1. Our Prayer Chain is absolutely confidential – prayers for anyone (including yourself) or any situation. Please ring Beryl on 8898 3261.
2. Children are very welcome at All Saints. During term-time a crèche and children's groups are available during the 10.00 a.m. service. On the first Sunday of the month there is a Family Service at 10.00 a.m. which is shorter and more informal, for adults, children and families.
3. The Shooting Star 60s Night is back! Saturday 13th February, 7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., 3rd Hampton Scouts HQ, Percy Road, Hampton. Dance to the Band ‘Crawdaddy’ and enjoy a Fish Supper (Chicken/Veggie Option). Licensed Bar. Tickets £15.00 (all proceeds to Shooting Star Children’s Hospice). For Tickets and further information please telephone Christine Ryan on 020 8844 5052 or 07948 400875
4. The White House Community Association of Hampton & Hampton Hill at 45 The Avenue, Hampton offers a variety of activities during the day and in the evenings every week. There are various rooms for hire at reasonable rates for meetings or parties. Annual membership is £20 for adults and £11 for over 60s. To find out more visit the office or phone 020 8979 1884. Do you enjoy painting and convivial company? Come along to the Thursday Art Group, Thursday afternoons from 1.30 to 3.30. Further details from 020 8979 1884. Nurserylands Pre-school at The White House has vacancies for children over 2 years of age. Sessions are Monday to Friday from 9.15 a.m. to 12.15 p.m. Phone 020 8979 1884 during session times to arrange a visit.
5. Twickenham Club for the Blind is a small, friendly, social club for blind and partially sighted people who live in the borough of Richmond. It meets on alternate Thursday afternoons in All Saints' Church Hall. Transport provided for those who require it. For more information please contact Pam Hammond on 8941 0050.
6. If you are on a low income you may be eligible for a grant towards your fuel costs from the Hampton Fuel Allotment Charity. For more information and/or an application form please telephone 020 8941 7866. Application forms are also available from the White House Community Centre and the Citizens Advice Bureau.
7. PILATES at the White House Community Centre, Room 3, Mondays 12.30 – 1.30 p.m. and 2.30 – 3.30 p.m. Stott Pilates Certified Instructor. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Call Anne Gilani on 0208 393 9169 or 07931 733490.
8. Parents & Toddlers Group meets in the Church Hall on Friday mornings at 9.30 a.m. Price from 80p.
9. Linden Hall Social Day Club for the over 60s is closed for planned refurbishment and general maintenance work. The Greenwood Centre are supplying transport so that members can attend Elleray Hall Social Club during the closure. Linden Hall members will receive a warm welcome there, with many activities on offer. Contact 020 8977 0549.
10. Happyfeet FC – pre-school-age classes combining football, fun, music and learning. Every Monday at 2.00 p.m. in All Saints’ Church Hall. Open to children up to the age of 5 – come see if you have the next David Beckham in your family! Look at www.happyfeetfc.com, or e-mail Marcus Doyle at info@happyfeetfc.com for further information.
11. Over 50s Badminton and Short Tennis Club is looking for new members. Friday afternoons 3-5 p.m. at the Youth Project Hall, near Sainsbury’s, The Avenue, Hampton. All abilities very welcome; £2 per session. For more information contact Janet on 0208 979 3638.
12. The Fitness League – exercise class for over 50s at the Greenwood Centre, Hampton Hill. Thursdays at 2.15 p.m. For information call Marjorie, 0208 979 7460.
13. Hampton Toy Library. Every Tuesday in term time. 10.00-11.30 a.m. in the Church Hall. Safe play for babies and toddlers. Toys for loan. Lovely social atmosphere for mums and carers. Yummy treats with hot and cold drinks!
14. Thameside Ladies Harmony Chorus. Do you like to sing? Thameside Harmony Chorus sings on a Wednesday night, 7.30-10.00 p.m. at The White House Community Centre, The Avenue, Hampton. Join them! You will be made to feel very welcome! Visit the website: www.thamesideharmony.co.uk