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Coppice Library & Wellbeing Centre
Coppice Avenue
Sale
M33 4ND
Open for general enquiries: Monday – Friday 10.00am – 5.00pm and Saturday 10.00am – 4.00pm
Email: admin@coppicelibraryandwellbeing.org.uk
Tel: 0161 912 3560
We have a range of activities at the centre, hopefully there is something you are interested in joining. Some of our activities require you to book in advance due to room size, others you can just turn up to. Please do not hesitate to contact the library if you have any queries about what we do or how to join you can contact us on 0161 912 3560 or email us at admin@coppicelibraryandwellbeing.org.uk
New Activities/Groups GTI Group – Men Talking Through Issues; Jewellery Making Class and a Lego Club.
Coming Soon – An Open Mic ran in the evening, if interested please email Emily at emily.wood@bluesci.org ; Wordies – an Adult ‘word’ board game group. We are looking for Volunteers to run this Group , if interested contact reception on 0161 912 3560 or email admin@coppicelibraryandwellbeing.org.uk
In the entrance hall we have a ‘Chatty Bench’. The ‘Chatty Bench’ initiative is one that aims to engage people in conversations to minimise their sense of isolation. The ethos behind it is to encourage anyone who wants to engage in a conversation with someone to sit down on the bench and just have a chat. Note: The chatty bench is not manned by a practitioner as it tends to be an informal process. Anybody can stop by for a chat. Only available 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday
We aim to offer activities that meet the Five Ways to Wellbeing. When looking at the activities below you can use the key to help you plan activities that meet each of the five ways. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give Be Active
Activities in the centre ( No Need To Book in Advance)
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 10:00am onwards | Story time & Rhyme time: Join us every week for our free story time and rhyme time sessions. Engage your child with fun, exciting stories and help develop their confidence and social skills while singing along to their favourite nursery rhymes! Every Wednesday at 10am. Aimed at under 5s. No need to book, just turn up. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Wednesday | 1:00pm – 3:00pm | Scilight Arts Craft Group: The wellbeing craft group takes place every Wednesday afternoon, between 1pm and 3pm. We vary the crafts as much as possible to offer something for everyone, such as knitting the nativity scene, making Christmas decorations, and sewing crafts. No prior knowledge is needed, and the sessions are free, though we do charge for tea and coffee. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Thursday | 10:30am – 12:00pm | Brew and a Chat: Join us for a tea or coffee and a variety of Health & Wellbeing activities. Meet new people face to face and take part in things such as arts & craft and mindfulness. Contact reception on 0161 912 3560 if you would like more information. 5W2WB: Connect Give |
| Thursday | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Knitting for the Absolute Beginner: A friendly knitting group open to all abilities, from the absolute beginner to the knowledgeable expert. Enjoy a warm drink, good company and practice the mindful art of knitting. Don’t worry if you don’t have materials to start, we can provide these for you until you get established. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Thursday | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Jewellery Making Class (self directed): A friendly group open to everyone. No previous experience needed and we can provide you with the tools to get started. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Thursday | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | Forest Bathing with BreathChamps: Forest bathing or ‘Shinrin Yoku’ is a Japanese practice to improve your wellbeing. Sessions immerse all our senses in nature (no undressing required!). Spend quiet, mindful time in nature, using your senses and slowing down to calm the mind. You don’t have to do anything but just be! There will be a simple clinical assessment before starting. The actual forest bathing activity can last from 20-40 minutes, so if you would like to sit in the wood instead of stand, bring a camping chair or a cushion or rug to sit on a log if you have one – we can carry it if you need us to! Please wear supportive shoes and dress for the weather. Bring an extra layer of clothing as it’s a few degrees cooler under the trees, water, a snack if you have diabetes, walking aids and any medications that you may need. Do not come if you feel poorly in any way. Please note: This activity usually happens at Woodheys Park (Sale, M33 4LF) and the group meet at the Pavilion. However over the winter months, due to the weather, sessions will often move to the Library where the indoor space is used to connect to nature and make space for mindful activity. 5W2WB: Connect Take Notice Be Active |
| Friday | 10:00am – 12:00pm | Coppice Gardening Group Whether you are a keen gardener, or wondering if you may have green fingers, why not join our friendly gardening group that meet weekly at the Library? No experience is necessary, just a willingness to get involved. The group tend to the grounds surrounding the Library and are working on a project to transform the woodland next to the carpark. Current activities and projects are:- Lawn Maintenance; Weeding and Pruning; Mowing & Edging; Woodland Project and Wildflower Meadow. There is always space for new faces. To ensure that someone can greet you on your first visit, please text 07354650571 or email coppicegardeninggroup@gmail.com to let us know you will be joining. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice Give Be Active |
| Saturday | 10:00am – 11:30am | Lego Club: Join us every Saturday for free fun Lego Club. All Lego has been kindly donated by the Community and any Donations will be gratefully received. Contact reception on 0161 912 3560 if you would like more information. Alternatively, you can e-mail admin@coppicelibraryandwellbeing.org.uk. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Give Be Active |
| Saturday | 10.30am – 12:00pm | Knit and Natter: Join our friendly knitting Group every Saturday for a friendly and informal knit and natter session! All knitting supplies are included so no need to bring your own. Contact reception on 0161 912 3560 if you would like more information. Alternatively, you can e-mail admin@coppicelibraryandwellbeing.org.uk. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| First Monday of the month | 11:00am – 12:00pm | Reading Group – First Monday of the month: Join us monthly for an informal meeting to discuss various books across different genres. Free and open to all. Each month’s title is chosen in advance by the group. To find out what the current title is go to http://www.trafford.gov.uk/residents/leisure-and-lifestyle/libraries/readers-groups.aspx 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| First Monday of the month | 1:30pm – 2:00pm | GTI Group – Men Talking through issues: Do you need a safe space to talk with other men, or would you like someone to listen, or even just want some male company – then come along to our GTI group. Activities include darts, playing cards, dominoes, chess, and jigsaws or if you would prefer to take a seat and chit chat with other men, then you would be most welcome. This is a free activity – if you need any further information, please contact Colin on 0161 912 3560 or email Connect Give |
| Last Tuesday of the month | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | Reading Group – Last Tuesday of the month: Join us every month for an informal meeting to discuss various books across different genres. Free and open to all. Each month’s title is chosen in advance by the group. To find out what the current title is go to http://www.trafford.gov.uk/residents/leisure-and-lifestyle/libraries/readers-groups.aspx 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Second Wednesday of the month | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | Reading Group – Last Wednesday of the month: Join us monthly for an informal meeting to discuss various books across different genres. Free and open to all. Each month’s title is chosen in advance by the group. To find out what the current title is go to http://www.trafford.gov.uk/residents/leisure-and-lifestyle/libraries/readers-groups.aspx 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Second Wednesday of the month | 7:00pm – 8:30pm | We Are One meetup: A social group for neurodivergent adults in Trafford. The group meet once a month for social activities and a chance to catch-up. There will be a variety of activities to be involved in, as well as a quiet space to relax. For more info, contact clair@bluesci.org.uk. 5W2WB: Connect Give Be Active |
| Last Wednesday of the month | 10:00am – 12:00pm | Christians Against Poverty drop-in: Christians Against Poverty (CAP) are an award winning charity that offer free debt help in the community. They provide you with a budget, can source debt relief orders, arrange repayment plans and various other methods to help you on your journey to debt freedom. A member of the team attend the library once a month for you to drop-in to find out how they can help you and assist in booking an appointment for the service. Please let the library desk know you have attended to see CAP and we can let the team know. |
| First Saturday in the month. No event on 7th October. | 10.30am – 12:00pm | Storytime and Craft: Join us on the first Saturday of each month for free stories and craft with the Friends of Coppice Library. Aimed at under 5s but all welcome. Contact reception on 0161 912 3560 or e-mail friendsofcoppicelibrary@gmail.com if you would like more information. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
Activities you have to book in advance
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00am – 12:00pm | Small Words Creative Writing: To join this relaxed and informal group to develop your creative writing skills, please e-mail Sophie at smallwordsuk@gmail.com. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Take Notice |
| Monday | 12:00 – 1:00pm | Yoga: Yoga is at the heart of Health and Wellbeing. Suitable for absolute beginners and those who have enjoyed yoga before. Connect the body with the mind. A gentle mindful chair based class. The sessions are Free of Charge. Places are limited so please book in advance with reception or ring 0161 912 3560. 5W2WB: Connect Keep Learning Be Active |
| Tuesday | 1:00pm – 2:00pm | Mile Shy Club Walking Group: Mile Shy’s walks are open to everyone. As a club they cater for all abilities and adapt sessions to ensure they are fully inclusive. Walks will not generally exceed one mile. Meet outside the library at 1pm. Sessions are delivered and led by Advanced Walk Leaders, trained in working with people with long term physical and mental health conditions. Each session includes a warm up, gentle walk and a cool down session. Attendees are welcome to join the group for a drink after in the library. The last session of every month relocates to Ashton-on-Mersey Golf Club (Church Lane) M33 5QQ, for a walk to the Riverbank Cafe for a drink and leisurely walk back Please note, the sessions cost £2.00 to join, you can bring cash on the day. Before attending please complete the form on this page. 5W2WB: Connect Take Notice Be Active |
| Tuesday | 1:30pm – 3:00pm | Healing Hearts Together (bereavement group): A number of local organisations including Bluesci Support have come together to support people to heal when they have lost a loved one by creating structure and purpose in life. To achieve this, we use a mixture of creativity, nature, music, community and finding a place of peace. If you are grieving and would like to join us, you are welcome. We meet weekly across two venues in Sale. Dates for 2023: St Marys Church, Moss Lane, M33 6GD 17th October, 31 October, 7 November, 21 November, 5 December, 19th December St Martins Church Centre, Church Lane, M33 5QQ 10 October, 24 October, 14 November, 28 November, 12 December Please get in contact if you are interested in joining by contacting: Clair Broomhead, Bluesci on 07754 469 680 Revd Catherine Cleghorn, St Martins Church on 07813 117 385 Carol Dodgson, Sale West Urban Community Trust on 07579 805 623. 5W2WB: Connect Take Notice Give |
| Wednesday | Various | Bereavement Support Workshops : This is an information-based session with info on the support available for them. It is a small group session and will last around 30-40 minutes, 121 support will be on hand for anyone at the end of the session. Wednesday 18th October at 1pm Wednesday 15th November at 3.30pm Wednesday 20th December at 1pm 5W2WB: Connect Give |
Free Period Products
Period Products are available in our toilets and are free for visitors to take thanks to Go With The Flow. Please help yourself.
Foodbank Vouchers
The Trussell Trust runs a network of over 420 foodbanks, which work out of more than 1,200 centres across the UK and provide emergency food to people during crisis situations such as redundancy, benefit delays or receiving an unexpected bill. We can issue foodbank e-vouchers for parcels containing a minimum of three days’ nutritionally balanced food. We issue foodbank vouchers with appropriate discretion, and can discuss further support available at the centre. Call in during our opening hours to enquire about a voucher being issued if you need one.