This week Wolverhampton Libraries will be holding special menopause cafes at three of their libraries. The opportunity for people to come together to a welcoming, respectful, confidential space and discuss the menopause. Taking place at the following locations and times below. Bilston Library on Tuesday 17th October 2023, at 11.30am till ...

This half day course with The Kaleidoscope Plus Group is open for anyone who wants to learn the skills to be effective group leaders. This course is for people who are unemployed, on long term sick leave, have learning needs, substance misuse or mental ill health. The course overall will cover a range of different topics including plannin...

Come down and join Walsall College at Pleck Library Campus on Saturday 21st October from 10am till 2pm, for there spooktacular event. This free event has a bunch of seasonal activities from dances, arts & crafts and treats so get involved!  At Pleck Library Campus, Darlaston Road, Walsall WS2 9RE *Free for anyone aged 19+, l...

Come along to Stan Ball Centre next week to join their new sessions. The centre offers a range of activities, services and leisure facilities for adults to join and have fun. Whether you are looking to make friends or meeting others, there is something for everyone. They also run a coffee morning and lunch in the bistro eve...

Need a chat or looking for some advice? Join Autism West Midlands and book onto one of their online support sessions with a specialist Autism Advisor. Providing you with the information and guidance for pre and post-diagnosed autistic adults alongside their families living in the Black Country. To register all you need to do is&...

Today is National Coming Out Day, celebrated every year on the 11th October. To celebrate being unique and true to yourself. Raising visibility of the LGBTQ+ community an showing that every experience of coming out in the LGBTQ+ community is different an not all the same. Supporting each other whilst acknowledging the ...

Today is the 10th October which is World Mental Health Day, a day where we raise awareness of mental health and how we can look after it. This years theme is 'Mental Health is a Universal Human Right.' Giving us the chance to open up and talk about mental health with either family, friends and colleagues. Whilst knowing how to a...

Come along to Walsall College Open Day on Wednesday 11th October from 4pm till 8pm. At their Wisemore Campus, Littleton Street West, Walsall WS2 8ES. This will give you the chance to discover your potential and see what courses are available to you. To talk with tutors to find out more and ask any questions you may have abo...

Real Arts Workshops reflection back on Sep/Oct 2023! Providing bespoke creative workshops in Wolverhampton and the wider Black Country area that break down barriers, develop confidence and self self-expression. They have had a busy summer filled with a bunch of different activities an projects for a range of ages ...

Come along to Wolverhampton Library on the 10th October, to join the activities they are having for World Mental Health Day. At Wolverhampton Central Library, Snow Hill, Wolverhampton WV1 3AX Wellbeing City Walking Tour at 10am till 11.30am - Join them for a fun tour around some of the iconic buildings of the city centre. Get moving and m...

On the 17th October 2023, Healthwatch Walsall will be hosting an annual public meeting. At Ryecroft Community Hub, 28 New Forest Road, Walsall WS3 1TR from 11am till 2.30pm. The meeting will give you the chance to talk to local organisations and find out about support that is available to you in your community.  Light ...

Protect yourself this winter, get your Covid-19 & Flu Vaccine this October. Available for all who are eligible at the following venues:Sunday 8th October - At Tesco, 46 New Square, West Bromwich B70 7PR from 10am - 2pm Tuesday 10th October - At Tesco, Fox Oak Street, Cradley Heath, B64 5DF from 10am - 2pm Wednesday 11th Octo...

Every Wednesday between 10.30am till 1.30pm YMCA Walsall are offering free drop in sessions for local residents to support with any of the following. Form CompletionEmployment SupportAccessing Online Council Services General Information as well as advice and guidance. At YMCA Small Street Centre, 1A Small Street, Walsall WS1 3PR For further in...

The month of October is Black History Month, a month that gives us the opportunity to learn and understand more about Black history, to celebrate black culture, heritage and achievements. This years theme is 'Celebrating our Sisters.' Throughout this month we will be sharing events taking place in local communities across the Black Countr...

Come along on Wednesday 18th October to Pleck Library Campus to join Walsall College Job Fair Event. The chance to come down and speak to local employers and find out what opportunities are available.  On the 18th October from 11am till 1pm at Pleck Library Campus, Darlaston Road, Walsall WS2 9RE *Free for anyone aged 19+, living in the W...

(Un)spoken word is the name given to poetry events Black Country Healthcare held in 2021 and 2022 and their first published volume of poetry, launched on World Poetry Day 2023. They chose the name (un)spoken word because talking about mental health, wellbeing and life can sometimes be difficult and remain unspoken. Join them on World Mental Health ...

Come along and join Black Country Healthcare for their dementia choir! A fun, exciting and free opportunity to get together, for people living with dementia and their carers. At West Bromwich Baptist Church from the 5th September till 21st November 2023 from 2pm - 4pm. (One week break during October half-term on the 31st October) If you would like ...

Today is World Heart Day, which is held every year on the 29th September. To raise awareness of cardiovascular disease and ways to prevent.   For further information and support visit: Welcome to British Heart Foundation - BHF

Places of Welcome offers your local community a safe welcoming place, where everyone is welcome to come along. Places of welcome are taking place all across the UK in local communities, to provide individuals with support through the connection of meeting others. All sessions are open to everyone and staffed by volunteers. Helping to...

Lets Talk have a bunch of different sessions across all four areas of the Black Country. From testing your knowledge in there virtual quiz, embracing the nature with there weekly walks to there coffee and chat groups. A chance to talk, share, learn and find out what local support is available to you.  Let's Talk Referral Form is belo...