Dads, mums and carers, Welcome to this edition of our Activity Timetable. Here you will find details of our activities planned for the coming months. We are looking for more people to have a say in our service. Join our Parents Forum and/or Area Steering Group. Call Gina on 01670 798800 for more details . What’sON April - July 2015 Blyth Central Centre Wright Street, NE24 1HG. Tel:01670 798800 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Blyth Central Preschool Blyth Central Preschool Blyth Central Preschool Blyth Central Preschool Blyth Central Preschool For more information contact Jane on ASD Family Group Toddle Talk Do you live in Blyth and would like support to promote your child’s communication and play skills? 18 months - 2 years Story Time Family Computing For families with a child on the Autistic Spectrum. 9.30am - 11.30am Returns 14th April Transport available Contact Joanne on 01670 798 809 01670 798 804 Weigh & Stay Returns 13th April at St Bede’s Church Hall Newsham Alternate Mondays 9.00am - 11.00am Breastfeeding Support Group at Blyth Health Centre Drop in 1.00pm - 2.30pm Birth Registrations The Birth Registrar will be at Blyth Central Children’s Centre 9.30am - 12.15pm Drop-in and receive a free gift for your baby Young Parents 2B Baby Club A 10 week programme for 16-18 year olds helping you to plan for your future. A weekly session for you and your child (0-9 months) come and meet other local parents and enjoy activities with your baby. 1.00pm - 2.30pm Returns 14th April Term time only For more information contact either Amy Pearson on 01670 541150 or Caroline Waitt/Justine Carmichael on 0191 2532127 / 07819540399 Next course begins 5 May at the Point in Blyth For more information on the activities visit: www.blythvalleychildrens centres.org.uk or ring the Centre Did you know that your two year old may be entitled to FREE CHILDCARE at this centre? To find out more speak to your health visitor, call in at your children’s centre or call the Northumberland Families Information Service on 0800 023 4440 or 01670 623 563 Triple P Parenting Course 12:45pm - 2:45pm Starts 12th May for 8 weeks Term time only Free crèche & transport Booking essential Ready Steady Parent Tuesday evenings 6.00pm - 8.00pm From 30 weeks pregnant (includes First Aid) Contact your Midwife or the Children’s Centre to confirm dates and times 12 Week Program 9.15am - 10.45am Booking Essential Stay Play Learn All Together (SPLAT) 9.30am - 11.00am at Newsham Pavilion Returns 15th April Term time only 50p per child Let’s Explore A range of activities to support your child’s early development 9 months—18 months 9.30am - 11.00am Returns 15th April Term time only Come along and get your BookStart passport! 10am - 11am Due to works, all sessions to be held in Blyth Central Children’s centre until further notice 50p per child Stay Play Learn All Together (SPLAT) 50p per child Term time only Credit Union Available by appointment In partnership with Active Northumberland BME Women’s Group 10:30 - 11:30am From 15th April at Ridley Park at Buffalo Centre WEDNESDAYS 9.30am - 12.30pm Free crèche For more details please ring Ade or Sylvia on 01670 363 858. 1.00pm - 2.30pm Come and join us in a relaxed, friendly and informal environment IT Workshop BRIC 1.00pm - 2.30pm Dates to Follow Booking essential. Free Crèche THE HUB at Blyth Central Children’s Centre Open daily for Dads, Mums and Carers to access a range of services Free internet access for job search Employability Workshops Dates to follow Booking Essential Free crèche and transport available A course for absolute beginners; learning how to stay safe online and much more Free Crèche and transport Booking essential Child Safety Event 1.00pm - 3.00pm Returns 16th April A weekly session for children of all ages to enjoy singing, messy play and socialising with others. Buggy Bootcamp Breastfeeding Beyond Babies 12:30pm - 2:30pm Introduction 17 April Course begins 1 May for four weeks For more information ask at reception 1.00pm-3.00pm 5th June Tiddlywinks (Funded by the Children’s Centre) Active family session. Explore your imagination. 1.30pm - 2.30pm at Isabella Community Centre Returns 17th April Term time only. 50p per child No booking required Baby and Child Lifesaving Friday 8 May 9.30am—11.00am Booking Essential Crèche available