Winter Connections programme has been developed by local community groups and organisations in association with Renfrewshire Council, and including OneRen libraries, the programme provides free fun activities and events open to everyone where people can get a warm welcome, come together, make friends and build community connection.
Every Winter Connections venue will offer people refreshments.
These events are up-to date at 09/11/23
Paisley
Creativity in Mind Seedhill
8 November 2023 to 20 December 2023
Wednesday, 12 to 2pm.
Address: Community Art Space, 56 Kilnside Road, Seedhill, Paisley, PA1 1RN.
What’s on: An arts mental health project for adults in Seedhill, using creativity as a means of self- expression to support recovery, manage symptoms, and build self-esteem.
Facilities: Toilets, First Aid provision, Hot drink and snack, Access to charge devices e.g. Ipad, phones, Free wifi, Information on sources of advice and support, Free Period Products.
Getting there: Local bus routes and Paisley train station nearby.
Contact: call 01475 720 847, email info@rigarts.org
Gallowhill All Ages Community Choir
14 November 2023 to 12 March 2024 (closed between 24 December 2023 and 2 January 2024).
Tuesday, 1.30 to 3.30pm.
Address: Gallowhill Community Centre, 166 Netherhill Road, Paisley, PA3 4SF.
What’s on: A multi generational community choir.
Facilities: Toilets, Disabled toilets, Baby changing, Disabled access, First Aid provision, Close to public transport, Hot drink and snack, Access to charge devices, Information on sources of advice and support.
Getting there: Gilmour Street station and buses are nearby.
Contact: call 0141 328 6983.
Music Friendship Cafe
7 November 2023 to 26 March 2024 (closed between 24 December 2023 and 2 January 2024).
Tuesday, 11am to 1pm.
Address: Brick Lane Music Academy, Forester House, 7-9 Weir Street, Paisley, PA3 4DW.
What’s on: A place to meet and enjoy music activities with a lunch.
Facilities: Toilets, Disabled toilets, Baby changing, Close to public transport, Disabled access, First Aid provision, Hot drink and snack, Access to charge devices, Free wifi, Information on sources of advice and support, Free Period Products.
Getting there: Gilmour Street station and buses are nearby.
Contact: call 0141 328 6983.
Aquatic Inclusivity for Winter Wellness
13 November to 31 March 2024 (closed between Christmas and New Year).
Monday 12 to 5pm and Wednesday 5-8pm.
Address: Just Dive In, 43 Back Sneddon Street, Paisley, PA3 2DJ.
What’s on: Come and enjoy our exclusive use venue for water safety and fun this winter. Families and children welcome. Enjoy crafting days, activities, hot drinks, company and snacks.
Facilities: Toilets, Baby changing, Close to public transport, First Aid provision, Hot drink and snack, Access to charge devices e.g. Ipad, phones, Free wifi, Information on sources of advice and support, Free Period Products.
Getting there: Gilmour street station is 3 mins walk away.
Contact: Laura Hamilton 07401220526.
Twist and Hit Cheerleaders, drop in youth club
11 November 2023 to 17 February 2024 (closed between 24 December 2023 and 2 January 2024).
Saturdays, 7 to 9pm.
Address: Twist and Hit Cheer and Dance Gym, Unit 2, Covault Business Centre, 53 Clark Street, Paisley PA3 1QS. The entrance to the gym is around the corner on MacKean Street.
What’s on: A drop in youth club with free access to inflatables, games, consoles, arts and crafts. Free warm food and refreshments will be provided.
Facilities: Toilets, Baby changing, Close to public transport, Disabled access, Hot meal, Access to charge devices, Free wifi, Free devices to use, Information on sources of advice and support, Free Period Products.
Contact: email twistandhit@yahoo.co.uk
Winter Connections Community Circus
6 November 2023 to 24 March 2024 (closed between 24 December 2023 and 2 January 2024).
Monday, 2pm.
Address: 85 Blackstoun Road, Paisley, PA3 1NR.
What’s on: An hour of all kinds of circus activities followed by hot drinks and snacks. Activities include both ground based circus (such as juggling, plate spinning) and aerial circus (such as aerial hoop and silks), to suit all ages and abilities. No previous experience necessary.
Facilities: Toilets, disabled toilets, close to public transport, disabled access, first aid, hot drink and snack, free wifi, free period products.
Contact: email shirley@communitycircus.co.uk
Johnstone
Jam Jar Movies Johnstone
10 November 2023 to 29 March 2024 (closed between 24 December 2023 and 2 January 2024).
Fridays, 12.30 to 3.30pm.
Address: Station Seven, 7 Quarry Street, Johnstone, PA5 8DY.
What’s on: Watch a film and enjoy hot refreshments and a quiz at the interval.
Facilities: Toilets, Disabled toilets, Baby changing, Close to public transport, Disabled access e.g. access ramp, handrails, First Aid provision, Hot drink and snack, Access to charge devices e.g. Ipad, phones, Free wifi, Information on sources of advice and support, Free Period Products.
Contact: email cassie@roarforlife.org
Johnstone Castle Learning Centre Winter Connections
7 November 2023 to 31 January 2024 (closed between 24 December 2023 and 4 January 2024).
Tuesday and Thursday evenings for young people; 5 to 7pm for primary school aged children. 7.15pm to 8.45pm for secondary school aged children.
Wednesday mornings 10am to 12pm (craft sessions for adults)
Friday mornings 10.30am to 12.30pm (basic cooking for adults)
Address: Johnstone Castle Learning Centre, Pine Crescent, Johnstone, PA5 0BX.
What’s on: A range of activities for young people aged 8 to 16 years old including basic cooking, IT provision, arts and crafts, games and much more. In addition there is a basic cooking class for adults on Friday mornings. All participants will be provided with either a snack or a meal they have prepared through the basic cooking sessions.
Facilities: Toilets, Disabled toilets, Baby changing, Close to public transport, Disabled access e.g. access ramp, handrails, First Aid provision, Hot drink and snack, Hot meal, Access to charge devices, Free wifi, Free devices to use, Information on sources of advice and support, Free Period Products.
Contact: email director.jclc@gmail.com
Wake Up Warm Up, easy exercise class
3 November 2023 to 29 March 2024 (closed between 24 December 2023 and 2 January 2024).
Fridays, 9.30am to 10.30am.
Address: Thorn Athletic Community Trust, Thorn Athletic Sports Academy, Greenend Avenue, Johnstone, PA5 0LD.
What’s on: Start your day and weekend with a bang by taking part in this fitness class for adults of all abilities. The 45 minute session is taken by a fully qualified fitness instructor and is followed by a cuppa and a blether where you can chat and meet new people.
Facilities: Toilets, Disabled toilets, Baby changing, Close to public transport, Disabled access e.g. access ramp, handrails, First Aid provision, Hot drink and snack, Access to charge devices e.g. Ipad, phones, Free wifi, Free Period Products.
Getting there: Milliken Park Railway Station 6 minute walk, Johnstone Train Station 10 minute walk, McGills 38 bus route 2 minute walk.
Contact: email enquiries@thornathletic.com
Howwood
Friends of Howwood Park, Village Winter Activities, Fitness class
On for 3 weeks, on 4, 11 and 18 December 2023.
Monday, 7 to 7.45pm.
Address: Howwood Parish Church, Main Street, Howwood, PA9 1AS.
What’s on: Low impact fitness class.
Facilities: Toilets, Disabled toilets, Close to public transport, Disabled access.
Getting there: Bus stop outside church. Train station is 5 minute walk.
Contact: Lorna Mullen 07795484003.
Linwood
Elderly Forum, Linwood Community Council
7 November 2023 to 26 March 2024 (closed between Christmas and New Year)
Tuesday, 1pm to 3.30pm.
Address: Linwood Welfare Recreational and Social Club, 11 Napier Street, Linwood, PA3 3AJ.
What’s on: Gentle exercise, singalong, tea, coffee and snacks.
Facilities: Toilets, Disabled toilets, Close to public transport, Disabled access, First Aid provision, Hot drink and snack, Access to charge devices, Free wifi, Free Period Products.
Getting there: There is a McGill bus service on Bridge Street.
Contact: call 07793 531122.
Turning Point, Linwood Community Council
6 November 2023 to 25 March 2024 (closed between Christmas and New Year).
Monday, 6 to 9pm.
Address: Linwood Welfare Recreational and Social Club, 11 Napier Street, Linwood, PA3 3AJ.
What’s on: Music, dancing, singing, tea, coffee and snacks.
Facilities: Toilets, Disabled toilets, Close to public transport, Disabled access, First Aid provision, Hot drink and snack, Access to charge devices, Free wifi, Free Period Products.
Getting there: There is a McGill bus service on Bridge Street.
Contact: call 07793 531122.
Winter Family Fun
19 November 2023 to 31 March 2024 (open on 24 and 31 December 2023).
Sunday, 12.30 to 2.30pm.
Address: KLAS Care, East Fulton Primary School, Gilmartin Road, Linwood, PA3 3SG.
What’s on: Families can come along on a Sunday for hot food and drinks and to take part in family games. There will be food demonstrations and food prizes to take home as well as activities for children. Access to a clothes recycling point and Fareshare will also be available.
Facilities: Toilets, Disabled toilets, Baby changing, Close to public transport, Disabled access e.g. access ramp, handrails, First Aid provision, Hot drink and snack, Hot meal, Access to charge devices e.g. Ipad, phones, Free wifi, Free devices to use, Information on sources of advice and support, Free Period Products.
Getting there: Bus no7 and 7A stop nearby.
Contact: call Lesley Compston 01505331931 or Facebook @klascare
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