This workshop led by Steve Gregory is an introduction to the identification of woodlice, millipedes and centipedes. Although not taxonomically related, these three groups (Isopoda, Diploda and Chilopoda) are familiar to all, live in similar places and therefore are conveniently recorded together. Woodlice and millipedes are important decomposers, whereas centipedes are generalist predators. Many species […]
A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group. Each session has a nature theme and will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and song time. Age: 2yrs+ Adults may bring up to two paying children. Accompanying siblings below the age of 2yrs may attend at no cost. Cost: £3.50 […]
"Tuesdays Till Two" lunchtime concert season continues with a concert featuring harpist Eleanor Turner, who is a regular and popular performer at Piccolo, but this is her first appearance at "Tuesdays Till Two" since she opened our 2017 concert season two years ago. As ever St John's will be open for an hour before the […]
Join us for our new Toddler Group, inspired by Forest School and led by a qualified Forest School practitioner. Exploring the natural world is a great way for children to improve their communication skills, build confidence, learn how to assess risks and build friendships with other children. In these sessions, children will get the chance […]
Help the birds and create a unique gift for someone special this Mother's Day. As well as decorating your teapot, there will also be the opportunity to make a Mother's Day card and learn about Spring flowers. Sessions will run on the hour and booking is advised but is not essential. Price includes a ceramic tea […]
Workshop: 'Working with Challenging Behaviour' hosted by Social Farms & Gardens and Green Backyard - Saturday 30th April 2019 10am - 4pm. Delivered by an experienced psychotherapist and trainer, this session will help anyone involved in community growing think about how they deal with challenging behaviour if and when it arises. This session will explore […]
Family and Friends Volunteering (Ferry Meadows) 31st March 2019 10am - 12noon Make a difference by helping the Rangers out in the Park and supporting the Moments with Trees project. Children, couples, grandparents, friends - everybody welcome. All tools and training provided. You just need to bring along lots of enthusiasm. Suitable for age 5+. […]
Family and Friends Volunteering (Ferry Meadows) Sunday 31st March 2019 1pm-3pm Make a difference by helping the Rangers out in the Park and supporting the Moments with Trees project. Children, couples, grandparents, friends - everybody welcome. All tools and training provided. You just need to bring along lots of enthusiasm. Suitable for age 5+. Free […]
Wildlife Watch Spalding (Willow Tree Fen) Sunday 31 March 2019 2pm - 4pm Come and have a go at making a bug hotel with the Spalding Wildlife Watch group. Wildlife Watch is great for kids from around 6 to 14 years who want to find out more about wildlife and the natural environment. Join members of the […]
April brings our first new performer of the year to 'Tuesdays Till Two': Adam Heron, an award-winning pianist of Nigerian-Filipino descent and a category finalist of BBC Young Musician 2018. He will be playing a demanding programme of music by Bach and Schubert. As ever St John's will be open for an hour before the […]