What's On Guide
For the duration of the COVID pandemic, we are making every effort to keep our members and volunteers safe. This means that events and activities are currently subject to change or cancellation at very short notice.  Both members and volunteers are strongly encouraged to take Lateral Flow Tests prior to attending any FiSH activity  and to stay at home if they feel unwell or have received a positive LFT result.

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REGULAR ACTIVITIES

OUTINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS

MONDAYS

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MeetUpMondays - Each Monday between 11am and 1pm we welcome anyone who would like some company and conversation to join us at The Hare and Hounds in East Sheen.  All ages are welcome. No need to book... just turn up!

Please call 020 8876 3336 for details.
  • ​​​​​​May 9th, 16, 23rd, 30th
  • ​June 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
  • This activity is kindly sponsored by The Hare and Hounds and Sceon + Berne.
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Intergenerational Games at St Paul's School - An afternoon of board games with the boys of St Paul's Junior School.  The competition will be fierce!

Spaces are limited. Please call 020 8878 8100 for details.
  • ​​May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd
  • June 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
  • ​July 4th​​

TUESDAYS

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Tuesday Horizons - An opportunity to broaden your horizons via a series of talks at Barnes Green Centre at 11am.

Whilst COVID persists, spaces are limited. Please call 020 8876 3765 to book or to request transport.

  • ​​​​April ​12th - Robert Woolf: Albertopolis, the nickname given to the area centred around the museums in London's Exhibition Road
  • ​May 10th - James Wilkinson: A Chorister's Memories of the Coronation​
  • June 14th - Valerie McBride-Munro - aka Auntie Planty: Patio Pots & Container Gardening
  • July 12th - tbc
  • September 6th - Chris Jackson: A Queen for Our Time
  • September 13th - tbc
  • September 20th - tbc
  • September 27th - tbc

The April talk will be followed by a delicious lunch courtesy of My Local Kitchen.
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Shopping Bus - A door to door service between your home and Sainsbury's at Manor Road with one to one help if needed. Spaces are limited but we currently have capacity for more shoppers.

Please call 020 3745 3341 for details.​
  • ​​​May 3rd
  • June 1st
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Piccassos in the Park - Art therapy workshops providing an opportunity for people living with early dementia and their carers to be creative together.  To find out more or to book, please call Liz on 020 8878 8100.
  • ​May 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
  • June 7th, 14, 21, 28th
  • July 5th, 12th

WEDNESDAYS

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Coffee Corner - A welcoming cafe held weekly on Wednesdays from 10:30-12:00 in the foyer of East Sheen Library. Everyone welcome for coffee, homemade cake, company and a listening ear if needed. Call 020 8876 3336 for further details.
  • ​​​May 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
  • ​June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
FiSH Bridge Club - a friendly afternoon of rubber Bridge and afternoon tea. Competent players only but an opportunity to engage with others no longer able to attend a regular Bridge club due to mobility or memory loss. New members welcome! Call 020 8876 3336 for details.
  • ​May 4th, 18th
  • ​June 15th, 29th
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Shopping Bus - A door to door service between your home and Sainsbury's at Manor Road with one to one help if needed. Spaces are limited but we currently have capacity for more shoppers.

Please call 020 3745 3341 for details.
  • May 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
  • June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
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Wednesday Walkers - We meet on the third Wednesday of the month at Sheen Gate for a 2-3 mile ramble in the park in socially distanced good company. Booking essential!

Please call 020 8876 3336 for details.​​​
  • ​​​May 18th
  • June 15th

THURSDAYS

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MeetUpThursdays - An opportunity to meet up with others online for a friendly chat at 10:30am. Everyone welcome! Just put the kettle on and pull up a comfy chair. Call 020 8876 3336 for details.
  • ​​​​​​May 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
  • June 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87609574576?pwd=dUIybUVvdnAyNUdUazh4MCtRSmJvQT09
Meeting ID: 876 0957 4576
Passcode: 837451
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Parkinson's Group - A social support group for those living with Parkinson's disease.  The group meet monthly for a pub lunch at The Red Lion in Barnes.

New members welcome but booking essential! Please call 020 8876 3336 for details.
  • ​​​May 19th
  • June 16th
The Parkinson's Group also 'meeting' weekly on Friday evenings via Zoom. Please call 020 8876 3336 for details.
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The Good Afternoon Choir - A new initiative!
Young or old, singing is good for your breathing, your memory and your mood - and it is something that has been much missed by many people during the pandemic.

The Good Afternoon Choir will take place on Thursdays at 2:00pm at Barnes Green Centre and will be run by Carl Speck, sponsored by Home Instead.

It is open to everyone but space is limited and booking is essential! Please call 020 3745 3341 for details.
  • ​​​​​​​​May 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
  • June 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

FRIDAYS

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StarFiSH Dance Classes - Inspired by Rambert Ballet, these dance classes are run by our two popular animateurs, Delene and Katie. The exercises are especially created for those with poor mobility, are ideal for those with Parkinson's or early dementia and can be done sitting or standing. The sessions take place at 10:30am each Friday at Barnes Green Centre. £5 per session.
  • ​​​May 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
  • June 10th, 17th, 24th

Spaces are limited to 12 participants and booking is essential. Please call 020 3745 3341 to book or arrange transport.

Activities currently on hold

​Lunch Clubs
Lunchtime Concerts
Retro Clubs

MAY

Our popular Open Gardens event returns to Barnes with 20 lovely gardens for you to enjoy. Teas will be available throughou the afternoon from St Mary's Barnes and Pimm's in the garden of the St Michael's Vicarage. Tickets cost £10 and are available online.
Barnes Open Gardens
  • Sunday May 15th 
Dementia Action Week
In association with FiSH and Age UK, Daniel Fredrikson from Richmond Alzheimer's Society will be at Barnes Green Centre offering support, practical advice and information to those experiencing signs of dementia on what next steps to take, what to expect after diagnosis and what support the Society can provide. If you wish to attend please contact Liz on 020 8878 8100 or email liz@fishhelp.org.uk
  • Tuesday May 17th at 10:30am
Outing to M&S and Kew Retail Park
Our monthly trip to thr large M&S and Boots store. One to one help can be [provided if you need extra assistance. Call 020 8876 3765 to book.
  • Thursday May 26th
Pub Lunch at The Albany, Thames Ditton
Call 020 8876 3765 to book.
  • Monday May 30th

JUNE

Queen's Jubilee Tea
A tea at Barnes Green Centre to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee. Call 020 8876 3765 to book.
  • Wednesday June 1st
Outing to Painshill Park, Surrey
Visit this beautifully landscaped park created in the 18th century by Charles Hamilton as a 'masterpiece of garden design' and discover dramatic follies, calming waters and stunning views. A light lunch can be purchased on the elegant tea room.
To book call 020 8876 3765.
  • Wednesday June 15th
Sightseeing trip to London's West End
Another afternoon's visit to the sights of London, this time around the Marylebone Road, Regents Park and Bloomsbury, following by a cup of tea with a view of the Serpentine in Hyde Park. To book call 020 8876 3765.
  • Wednesday June 22nd
Thames Venturer Boat Trip
Enjoy a summer's afternoon with the swans, ducks and geese on the River Thames in the comfort of the Thames Venturer boat and savour a delicious tea on board. Cost £35.00. To book call 020 8876 3765.
  • Wednesday June 29th
Pub Lunch at Marney's Inn, Weston Green
Join us for another trip to this cosy and popular pond-side pub near Esher for a delicious lunch in fine company. To book call 020 8876 3765.
  • Tuesday July 5th

JULY

Barnes Fair
  • Saturday July 9th