Weekly Update
College News
October 10, 2024
Welcome to the Weekly Update.
Thanks to everyone who came to our Harvest Your Potential event at Mirfield Community Centre today on World Mental Health Day! It was such a positive atmosphere and we had great feedback. Thanks to all our volunteers, our new ambassadors, facilitators and staff team who organised and facilitated all the many workshops and activities! It was great to see so many people get so much out of the day and connect with like-minded people!
Many of our workshops explored different wellbeing tools that support social connection, being in the moment, concentration and mind & body connections!
Read on to find out about courses with spaces that support positive mental health and wellbeing
Recovery & Wellbeing College courses
Click the icon below for details of all our upcoming courses:
Courses to book soon:
Get Animated: Stop Motion
Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG – Thursday 17 October 2024 1pm – 3.30pm 6 weeks
Join us, as together we learn about the fun and playful art of stop motion animation. Over six weeks we will look at different animation styles, create our own unique character and story boards using stop motion animation, design a background set and make a short film incorporating sound and movement. This fabulous course, delivered by Jess from Creative Minds and Peer Worker, Laura will enable us to release our inner child and have some creative fun while learning a new skill alongside other learners in a friendly and safe space. No previous experience necessary and all materials and equipment provided.
Please note: this is a six week course with a break for half term, so there will be no session on 31st October. The last session will be on 28th November.
The Five Ways to Wellbeing
Thrive at Connect Housing, Dewsbury, 21 Bond Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1AX – Tuesday 8 October 2024 1pm-3pm 2 weeks
Media Centre, Huddersfield, 7 Northumberland Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1RL – Tuesday 5 November 2024 1pm-3pm 2 weeks
Join us for this fab two-week course where, with the help and support of friendly facilitator, Karl from the Richmond Fellowship we will explore all aspects of improving and maintaining our sense of wellbeing. Together we will discover practical ways to enhance our mood which can be used on a daily basis to help us feel well. We will learn about all the different ‘Five Ways to Wellbeing’ and how these can be incorporated into our lives.
Song Writing! (in collaboration with Creative Minds)
Project Colt, Elland, Halifax, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, Halifax HX5 0SQ
Tuesday 29th October 10am-12pm (6 weeks) – still places available – book now
Are you a music lover? Would you like to meet new people and collaborate in a creative setting with others? Have you ever fancied having a go at writing your own song? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the course for you!
In this free 6-week course we will explore the basics of song writing and you will have the opportunity to create and play music in a group setting.
Weaving Workshop: God’s Eye
Project Colt, Elland, Halifax, Bridgefield Mills, Elland Bridge, Elland, Halifax HX5 0SQ
Wednesday 16th October 10am-12pm (1 week) – still places available – book now
Also: Mirfield Community Centre, Water Royd Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9SG
Wednesday 20 November 2024 12.30pm-2.30pm (1 week) – still places available – book now
Join us for this wonderful creative workshop, where together we will learn simple weaving techniques using yarn to create a colourful, spiritual object called a ‘God’s Eye’ to decorate your home or garden. This craft originates from the Ojo de Dios (Spanish for Eye of God) and is a cultural symbol made by the Huichol Indians of Mexico. The four points are thought to represent earth, fire, air, and water, and the centre provided God’s watchful eye over their people. This one-off session delivered by Sara, our fab Creative Practitioner is a great introduction to weaving and an opportunity to meet other learners in a safe, friendly and informal setting. All materials provided and no previous experience is necessary.
The M Word: Menopause Awareness
Online – Tuesday 15 October 2024 1.00pm- 2.30pm 1 week – still places available – book now
This learning seminar will help you develop your knowledge and awareness of the menopause; the symptoms, how it may affect you and, most importantly what you can do to manage it. During this one-off workshop, delivered by a qualified Health & Wellbeing Practitioner and in partnership with Henpicked, we will discuss the perimenopause, post menopause and everything in between to help you on your own unique journey during this stage of life. Information will also be shared about how and where you can access support. This session is open to people of all genders to enable better understanding of the menopause and how to support those going through it.
The M Word: Menopause Awareness
Window Walk-Mount Tabor – Halloween!
Mount Tabor, Halifax, Meet at the Hunter Hill/Balkram Road Bus Stop, Mixenden, HX2 8SU
Thursday 31 October 2024 11.30am-2.30pm 1 week
Come and join us for a wellbeing walk around Mount Tabor led by Jess from Creative Minds. The local community are decorating their windows and gardens for Halloween. We will be doing a gentle walk that gives a lovely tour of the area, you will have the chance to see some fabulous window and garden displays.
Please Note: The Window Walk is approximately 4 miles, with some steep hills and it will involve walking in the road in some places.
You will be asked to complete a short physical health questionnaire before being booked onto the course. This must be completed before you attend so any support needs or concerns regarding your physical health can be discussed with the facilitator.
Window Walk – Mount Tabor- Halloween!
If you are already enrolled with the college, please email us to request a place on your chosen course(s) at: ckrecovery.wellbeing@swyt.nhs.uk or call us on: 07717 867911 or use your learner portal
Please wait for confirmation that you are booked onto a course before attending
If you are new to the College please enrol here.
Other Community Offers
Mental health – carers’ group – Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre
Third Tuesday of every month, 6 – 8pm – (meet in rear car park)
Come along to our carers’ group to share your experiences and views, get support, and learn about medication and mental health. Meet new people, see how we can help you and find out more about our services.
There are three remaining carers groups this year
Tuesday 15th October; 19th November; 17th December
Next year’s dates are:
Tuesday 21st January;18th February;18th March;15th April; 20th May; 17th June; 15th July; 19th August; 16th September; 21st October; 18th November; 16th December
For more information or to be added to our mailing list, email dalescarergroup@swyt.nhs.uk
Halifax triple bill film screening- free tickets available – Square Chapel Arts Centre- Friday 18 October
Friday 18 October 5.20pm-7.50pm (doors open 5.10pm)
Limited Free tickets are available via Eventbrite. This is a triple film screening with Q and A. 2 locally made films and a feature film. Both of the locally made films have mental and social themes. This is part of a Creative Minds funded initiative with partners The British Urban Film festival and is part of their film festival offer with Culturedale, Calderdale Year of Culture.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-minds-crossing-thresholds-tickets-1029399360197
Other tickets and information is available here: British Urban Film Festival: Oct 18th – 5:20pm (Creative Minds) – Square Chapel Arts Centre
Film titles are:
- Images of a Train Man (director Andrew Ball-Shaw)
- What Remains (director Geoff Brokate)
- We Will Be Brave – UK PREMIERE (director Chrisann Hessing)
Please click link above for more details about each film.
Saturdays and evenings at Hoot, also making music, art and much more..
Various dates and times available:
Evenings and Saturdays at Hoot
Making Art Together with Hoot
Making Music Together with Hoot
Cleckheaton Library October 2024
Almondbury Library November 2024
Dewsbury Library November 2024
For all Hoot’s activities and programmes, visit their website at https://www.hootcreativearts.co.uk/our-activities
Marsden Jazz Festival 11-13 October
This weekend sees the return of the Marsden Jazz Festival (11-13 October), with 7 headliners over 3 days at the Marsden Mechanics Hall, with dozens of other gigs taking place in the pubs, clubs and other stunning spaces across Marsden.
Running alongside the Festival for the first time will be The Marsden Fringe Festival, an independent music and arts festival taking place at the Standedge Tunnel & Visitor Centre, giving an opportunity for all local businesses to host events. Join them for an exciting weekend of music, food, and fun!
Marsden Jazz Festival – Home Page
office@marsdenjazzfestival.com
Creative Writing for wellbeing, Huddersfield (various dates)
Writing is a great way for us to express our thoughts and feelings, and relieve tension or stress. No writing experience is needed to join this free weekly group activity, just a pen and some paper.
Tuesdays 8th October 2pm-4pm every week until 19th November
If you’re interested in joining then please complete the form on hoot’s website. This will be sent securely to the team at hoot who will be in touch to help you get started.
- This group is free for people who are:
Aged 18 or over - Living in Kirklees
- Wanting to look after their well-being and mental health
(you don’t need a diagnosis to sign up)
hoot creative arts | Huddersfield | Facebook
Tel: 01484 516 224
Culture Lab: Shaping the Future Together – Batley
Kirklees Council invites residents to actively participate in shaping the future of the borough’s cultural landscape through the Culture Lab, a community engagement project piloting in Holmfirth and Batley in October 2024. Each drop-in session will feature interactive workshops, open discussions, and creative activities, providing an opportunity for local residents to express their thoughts on the cultural offer in their area.
- Batley Culture Lab: drop-in sessions 10am-4pm – 1st,10th & 19th October at Batley Library, 14 Market Place, Batley WF17 5DA If you can’t make these dates you can come along to one of the Holmfirth sessions:
- Holmfirth Culture Lab: drop-in sessions 10am-4pm – 3rd, 12th, 17th &, 22nd October at Holmfirth Library, 47 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth HD9 3JH
Kirklees Success Centre – My Next Step – learning programme
Kirklees Success Centre are offering ‘My Next Step’ a 12-hour group learning programme that includes group activities and discussions which will help you explore your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and wellness as you pre-pare for next step towards employment. The sessions are completely judgement free, delivered by experienced and friendly tutors. The programme will provide you with ideas, strategies and tools to help you overcome any barriers you may be experiencing and feel more confident taking your next step.
To be eligible for this FREE course you need to be over 16 years of age, not be in work, experiencing a health-related barrier, and have the right to work in the UK. If you would like to find out more about their course please contact: successcentre@kirklees.gov.uk or call 01484 234153
Skills Connect Care with Confidence Courses, delivered by Octavia Learning
The Care with Confidence course is a two-day mentoring and coaching course for staff or volunteers in the health and social care/voluntary sectors who have buddying/supervising/managing responsibilities as part of their role.
Calderdale dates for this course:
Wednesday 6th Nov and Wednesday 20th Nov (10am-3pm both days)
To be eligible for this FREE training, you are required to be at least 19 years old, have a West Yorkshire residential address, have the Right to Work in the UK, and have not attended a Skills Connect funded course previously.
You also need to be available for both dates.
Please see the sheets below for more information but if you have any questions, please contact Lucy Gray lucy@octavialearning.co.uk
Calderdale Care with Confidence flyer (PDF, 298 KB) Skills Connect Care with Confidence information (PDF, 109 KB)
Green Libraries Week October 7-13 October
Green Libraries Week returns from October 7 – 13, celebrating libraries, but with a focus on climate change, recycling and sustainability.
Did you know? It’s been estimated that “A typical paperback book accounts for around 1kg of carbon dioxide”, according to sustainability expert Mike Berners-Lee
So reduce your carbon footprint … by borrowing books from Kirklees Libraries!
Search for climate, recycling and sustainability related books via our Kirklees Libraries Online Catalogue and look out for activities and events in our libraries.
Mirfield Library Bookworms – Every 2nd Wednesday of the month
Mirfield Library, Eastthorpe Lodge, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield WF14 8AN
Mirfield Library Bookworms are a book group that discusses a a book supplied by Kirklees Libraries and often requested by members of the group on a monthly basis
Tel: 01484 414868
mirfield.lic@kirklees.gov.uk
Kirklees Libraries | Huddersfield | Facebook
Creative Writing and book clubs- Kirklees Libraries- various locations, days, dates, times
Browse full list activities, locations and dates here
Book folding at Birstall Library
13:30 – 15:00
Fortnightly on a Thursday
Spoken Word Group at Mirfield Library
Members meet at Mirfield Library on the last Wednesday of every month from 2pm-3pm
Music for wellbeing workshops, Dewsbury
Free group music-making workshop for adults
Tue 8. Oct 2024 at 10:30 – 12:30
Tue 15. Oct 2024 at 10:30 – 12:30
Tue 12. Nov 2024 at 10:30 – 12:30
How to get started- if you’re interested in joining then please complete the sign up form on our website. This will be sent securely to the team at hoot who will be in touch to help you get started. Need help? Not sure if this is the right thing for you? Our friendly team can tell you more about the activities and the sign up process. Give us a bell or send an email to talk to us. Telephone: 01484 516 224 | E-mail: info@hootcreativearts.co.uk
Homepage | hoot | mental health and wellbeing (hootcreativearts.co.uk)
Coffee and Words at Holmfirth Library
Every Monday 1.30 – 3pm Holmfirth Library, 37 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth HD9 3JH
Tel: 01484 414868
Coffee and Words is a group where residents from different walks of life meet to converse over a brew and biscuits at Holmfirth Library
Kirklees Libraries – Black History Month in October
This year’s theme for Black History Month is “Reclaiming Narratives,” and marks a significant shift towards recognising and correcting the narratives of Black history and culture. By emphasising “Reclaiming Narratives,” we shine a brighter light on our stories, allegories, and history. You can browse our Black History Month collection at Black History Month 2024 – Kirklees Libraries – OverDrive
See our facebook postings at Kirklees Libraries | Huddersfield | Facebook
You can also browse other upcoming bookable Kirklees libraries events at Kirklees Libraries event tickets from TicketSource.
Cost of Living Information:
Click the link below to find links to websites and workbooks that can provide help and advice with money, debt and the cost of living.
Cost of Living Information – Calderdale and Kirklees
Follow us on our socials here:
We hope you have a great weekend
The Recovery & Wellbeing College Team
ckrecovery.wellbeing@swyt.nhs.uk
07717 867911
Calderdale and Kirklees Recovery and Wellbeing College
Ravensleigh Resource Unit
28 Oxford Road
Dewsbury
WF13 4LL
More news articles
Weekly Update
Welcome to the Weekly Update. Our courses are co-designed and co-facilitated by people with a lived experience of mental and/or physical health needs. Sometimes we have to learn to live...
College News
October 17, 2024
Weekly Update
Welcome to the Weekly Update. Next Thursday 10th October is World Mental Health Day (WMHD). Talking about our mental health can help us cope better with life’s ups and downs....
College News
October 3, 2024