Blackheath Centre for Singing Choirs 07986 582 844 call for info
Spanish For Fun 07812 081 360 10+11.30am
Short Mat Bowls 020 8858 3551 2pm
Italian For Fun 07812 081 360 6.30pm+8pm
French For Fun 07812 081 360 6.30pm+8pm
Spanish For Fun 07812 081 360 6.30pm+8pm
Aperture Photography 07973 231527 call for info
Botanical Art Class 07827 863 703 call for info
Blackheath Wine Club 07802 183 638 call for info
WED
THURS
Mixed Media Paper Art 07367 747 449 1pm
Blackheath Bridge Club 020 8319 1312 1.15pm
Spanish For Fun 07812 081 360 6.30pm+8pm
Italian For Fun 07812 081 360 6.30pm
Citizens of the World Choir 07849 969 062 call for info
Blackheath Centre for Singing choirs 07986 582 844 call for info
French For Fun 07812 081 360 6.30pm+8pm
Blackheath Bridge Club 020 8319 1312 6.15pm
Poetry Workshop biweekly 0208 265 1408 7pm
Ferrier Operatic Society 07957 626 189 call for info
The Seasons Art Class 020 8311 3185 call for info
Blackheath Wine Club 07802 183 638 call for info
Flamsteed Astronomy Soc 020 8312 6678 call for info
FRI
Flower Arrangers 07887 790 028 1pm (3rd)
Senior Citizens Friday Club 020 8858 1749 2pm (2ⁿd/4th)
B/heath Scientific Soc. 020 8854 3389 call for info
Mondays 11am-12pm
Tuesdays 12.30-1pm
Tues from 15 Oct 2-4pm
Last Tues/month 7.30pm Thurs/fortnightly 10am-1pm Thursdays 1-2.30pm activities Thursdays 1-3pm
Fri/monthly 2-4.30pm Sat/monthly 10.30am Reach Out Projects
Mycenae House
Reach Out Funding Successes
Deborah Fitzpatrick, our inspirational Reach Out project manager has been beavering away, making applications to funders, charities, grant makers and fund holders. Her hard work is paying off with recent grants coming from Greenwich Healthier Communities Fund for Dementia Reminiscience Art sessions ( in partnership with The European Reminiscence Network) , Go Fund Me Donations, Ford Britain Trust and the Paypal Giving Fund. Anyone involved with fundraising for good causes knows just how difficult and competitive it is to attract funds for vital community work since the pandemic, it is testament to the Reach Out project and Deborah's hard work that we can attract funding at this time.
Welcome Timi & Charlotte
Mycenae Team
We are delighted to welcome two fantastic new members of the Mycenae House team. Timi Adewusi becomes House Supervisor with lots of experience in the hotel and hospitality sector and Charlotte Holliday becomes part of the CafeBar team with an illustrious background in cafe management. Both have quickly established themselves as skilled, enthusiastic, popular with our visitors and great fun to work with.
fest : Great to bring back the sun, the crowds and the fun times to Mycenae Gardens
If you came to Parksfest in 2023 you will know what a washout the second half of the event was. Well this year couldn’t have been more different. Sunday 28 July will go down as a super sunny success with lots and lots of fun activities for families and children delivered by many of the regular familiar organisations who deliver weekly activities at the house. Thanks must go out to BoPeeps Preschool, GFMA, diddi dance, Tiptoes & Tappers, Ballroom Burn & Boppin’ Bunnies.
And Then, Some More Good News.
New regular classes for September include:
● Monday 9.45am + 10.45am – Sing & Sign
● Monday & Wednesday 1-3pm – Mixed Media Paper Art for adults
● Wednesday 11.30am – Mum & Baby Yoga
● Wednesday 3.45pm – Mixed Media Paper Art for children
● Thursday 9.35am + 4.05pm – French for Children
● Friday 1.30pm + 3.45pm – Eco-Art Workshops for children
September is always an exciting time to offer new ideas, new activities and new partnerships we can present to you our community. 2024 is no exception and we are pleased to offer the following as new regular activities. Find out more from our diary or more on our website at www.mycenaehouse.co.uk
Timi
Charlotte
The annual Christmas Fair is taking place on Sunday 24 November between 11am and 4pm. A huge favourite in the Mycenae House calendar proving to be a popular event. Louise and Leah from The Corner @ 96 are curating the Fair so you can be sure there will be talented makers and artists!Overtwofloorsthereistheopportunitytogetallofyourgiftshoppinginoneplaceincluding art, jewellery, ceramics, candles, children's clothing, pampering items, home decor and artisan chocolate. With seasonal food and drink available in the cafe this definitely is one for the diary.
‘Conservation trumps Social Inclusion?’
Our seemingly un-ending quest for a Lift has recently taken a setback. Our application for planning permission has been ‘strongly objected to’ by the Conservation people at Royal Borough of Greenwich on the grounds of Scale, Design, Siting and Impact’ We will now consider our next move including a possible appeal or reapplication with a revised plan. Rest assured we remain committed to providing much needed lift access for our communities. Lets hope this is just another temporary setback!
It is always very sad to loose any of our regular and valued community members, but this year we have lost four very special human beings who will be greatly missed for their contribution to community life here. Dave Silk has been a very active and a significant contributor to Mycenae House life for over 30 years, as a musician, event promoter and member of our management committee. A unique and creative character with a love of Guinness, live music , curry and crazy ideas (possibly in that order) His loss is already felt deeply. Rev Tim Yeager, a great Canadian man, will be remembered for his unwavering faith in all people, his political savyness and enough charm to seduce and amuse anyone. Rev of St Georges Church, he was a local pilar.
Joan Chapman had been coming to Mycenae for decades, a beacon of positivity and charm. She attended bingo and played the piano beautifully for us regularly.
Corinne Brett was a relative newcomer. She was a regular attender at the Drop in Wellbeing Cafe on the Thursday afternoons. She was a charming and stylish woman.
020 8858 1749 info@mycenaehouse.co.uk
Reg.d Company No. 4149483. Reg.d Charity No. 1085503. Mycenae House is managed by the Vanbrugh Community Association & supported by the Royal Borough of Greenwich
The Reach Out project is a strand of social inclusion work of Mycenae House Community Centre
Dave Silk
Corinne Brett
Joan Chapman
Rev Tim Yeager
September / October
60 Years of Vanbrugh Park Estate
2024 is the 60th anniversary of the buildingofVanbrughPark Estate and to celebrate this the residents of the estate have put together a show of art inspired by the Estate made by the residents of the estate.
The contributors are a broad range of artists frombeginnerstoprofessionalbutthecommon themeoflivinginthismodernistgemtiesallthe art work together. The brutalist architecture features heavily, the softening impact of the gardens, the estates unique original colour scheme and the joy of family life there draw this diverse exhibition together.
Exhibition
November / December
Woolwich Photographic Society was founded in 1892, their aims are the same today as they were then; to help its members get more pleasure, satisfactionandfunoutofphotography and thus, more out of life!
Mycenae House are always delighted to work with the Society to present its work on our walls by its many members. The work is always of an extremelyhighstandardandneverfails to impress
Yuki Nishimura
Karin Tearl - Heron on Gold Pond
Angela Felstead
Andy Linden
Yuki Nishimura
Helen Keen
Global Fusion Music & Arts present
DaveSutherland
Dave Sutherland is a well travelled Americana/Country singer songwriter with nudges towards the bluesy folk genres. An accomplished performer filled with raw energy and emotion, Dave’s music speaks of life, love and London with the eye of an artist and the ear of a poet. Known for his fingerstyle guitar, melodic vocal and engaging stage presence, Dave was awarded UK Male Country Singer of the Year 2022.
Friday 15 November 7.30pm - 10.30pm Tickets £12.50
The Reach Out Programme offers social and support activities for the community, particularly the isolated, vulnerable and disadvantaged sections of the community. All sessions are free and accessible (upstairs rooms with stair lift access). Refreshments are available at cost in our cafe/bar area.
www.mycenaereachout.co.uk
Games & Gabber Group
Mondays 2pm-4pm
With Oxleas NHS’s Greenwich Community Mental Health Rehabilitation & Enablement Team
Greenwich Carers Centre
Mondays 11am-12pm (not Bank Holidays) Carers Hub providing advice for Carers. Just pop in, no need to book. Room 1 (Ground floor/accessible)
Seated Exercise with Darren
Tuesdays 12.30pm-1pm(12-1pm term-time) Aimed at those with poor mobility
Mycenae Music
Last Tuesday of month 7.30pm
Discussing music albums, meet with Phill in Cafe/ Bar area. Buy own refreshments. Cafe/Bar (Ground Floor/accessible)
Seated Back Massage
Thursdays 1-2.30pm on 10th October, 5th December, 13th February 15 minute slots, for adults 18+ . No need to book Main Hall (Ground Floor/accessible)
Wellbeing Session
Thursdays 1pm-3pm
For those who are isolated / lonely, or with poor physical / mental health. No need to book. Main Hall (Ground Floor/accessible)
Thursdays 1pm-3pm
Returns 12th Sept with a Hearing Link volunteer from Hearing Dogs for the Deaf, no need to book. Main Hall (Ground Floor/accessible)
Monthly Seated Exercise
Ad-hoc Thursdays 1pm-3pm
With Ann Smeaton on 26th September, 31st October. No need to book. Main Hall (Ground Floor/accessible)
Thursdays 1.30pm-2pm
personal trainer Darren Holness. Main Hall (Ground
Seated Boccia or Sosa Dance
Thursdays 1.30-2.30pm with Paul Fosu on 12th Sept, 10th Oct, 14th Nov.
Suitable for wheelchair users. No need to book. Main Hall (Ground Floor/accessible)
Monthly Bingo
Thursdays 1pm-3pm
On 19th Sept, 24th Oct, 21st Nov (none Dec) with All Around Magic. No need to book. Main Hall (Ground Floor/accessible)
Music & Poetry Group Dementia Singing Sessions
Ad-hoc on Fridays 2-4.30pm
On 13th September & 18th October, other dates tbc Performers and others welcome to sit and enjoy. Room 10 (1st Floor, stairs/stair lift)
Monthly on Saturdays 10.30am-12.30pm
Interactive music sessions with Eleanor Meynell on 5th Oct, 9th Nov, 7th Dec 2024, plus 18th Jan + 15th Feb 2025. Main Hall (Ground floor)
The Westcombe Society present
Friday 27 September 10am-1pm
Coffee, Cake, Sandwiches, Stalls, Raffle, Games
All money raised goes to Cancer Care
For more information contact: Kathryn : 07935 373239 kathryn.algar@btinternet.com
● 15 hour funding
● 30 hour funding
● Two year old funding
● Lunch cover
● Flexible sessions
rich and stimulating learning environment that will help nurture young people into capable individuals”
Shhh!
Don’t mention Christmas
It may be tooooooo soon to talk or even think about the festive period but let’s just say we’re putting a marker down to bring you some of the highlights that are already in the diary.
Events over the festive period
November 2024
Sunday 24 Corner@96 Craft Fair
December 2024
Fri 6 Global Fusion Music & Arts Concert
Fri 13 SWOP - Swinging Little Christmas
Mon 16 Choral Christmas with St Georges Church
Weds 18 Her Voice at Christmas
Fri 20 Bach to Baby Concert (3.30pm)
Fri 20 The Kimberleys Kristmas Kracker
In time honored tradition, these dates are subject to change so please do check before committing. Thanks
Photo : Annie Spratt
Mycenae House & Gardens
Mycenae House has its own welcoming, atmospheric and well stocked Café/Bar. It serves as the beating heart of this busy venue.
Visited by users of the house, and others, it is a place to catch up with friends, meet for business, or to regenerate after a session in one of the many rooms for hire. It is often at the centreofmanyoftheevents,concerts, wedding receptions and parties held at the house. Do drop by and feel the warm welcome of Mycenae House
It is also ideal for laptop based remote workers looking to enjoy our free high speed broadband whilst enjoying the yummy things on offer
RECENT REVIEWS
‘The cafe at this place is phenomenal! The staff are so friendly and helpful, even on busy days when the room is packed with after school kids, club-goers, and hot deskers. They’re open late in the summer, and on nights without noisy events it’s a really relaxing and quiet place to get a nice drink and do some work. Seriously could not recommend the charming and well-stocked cafe more!‘ Lee Rodgers
‘Honestly a pleasure to visit several days in a row and just wished I lived nearer to it to take better advantage of what is on offer.’ Nick Gazard (Google)
