Iver Village & Richings Park Area Guide

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and community spirit as we Celebrate! two incredible milestones: 135 years of the Yiewsley & West Drayton Band 80 years since VE Day Were excited to be joined by the talented St Martins School Choir and our very own Yiewsley & West Drayton Training Band a true celebration of local music and community spirit!

For the first time at Southlands, we prepared a parenting class! June is children's month, but it is also parent's month. UNICEF celebrates Parenting Month every June to emphasize that supporting parents is essential for children's well-being. This is why we decided to offer some extra help on this important role: being a parent. Join Beatrix Toth a qualified, Teacher Assistant, Adult Trainer and Mindfulness Teacher on her course to learn about mindful parenting. Both moms and dads are welcome to this class. The course objectives: To provide parents with a secular, evidence-based mindfulness approach, aimed at enhancing their therapeutic parenting skills. Participants will learn practical mindfulness techniques to increase emotional awareness, improve communication, and strengthen the parent-child bond. We will talk about screen-time and how to handle it. The program includes easy-to-follow plans, supportive handouts, and a structured six-week follow-up to ensure sustained practice and integration of concepts into daily parenting, ultimately fostering a nurturing and supportive family environment." Why Mindfulness Works? Mindfulness, the practice of focusing on the present moment without judgment, has garnered attention for its numerous benefits. One key reason mindfulness is effective is its ability to regulate emotions. By fostering awareness of thoughts and feelings, individuals can better accept and manage their emotions, leading to improved emotional stability.Additionally, mindfulness enhances focus and cognitive flexibility. In our distraction-heavy world, training the brain to concentrate on the present is crucial. Research shows that regular mindfulness practice can lead to structural brain changes, improving attention and self-regulation.Mindfulness also promotes connectionto oneself and others. Increased self-awareness fosters empathy, enhancing interpersonal relationships and allowing individuals to appreciate life more fully.Grounded in extensive research, mindfulness has proven successful in addressing mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Evidence-based therapies incorporating mindfulness, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), showcase its therapeutic potential.In summary, mindfulness works by regulating emotions, enhancing focus, fostering connection, and relying on solid scientific research, making it a vital tool for improving mental and emotional well-being. Date: Sunday 22 June Time: 2pm - 5pm Price for the course: 45

Join us as we take you back to the glitz and glamour of the roaring 20s for our Murder Mystery Supper Evening 'The Screaming 20s'. Written by Gabriella Michell and Gabi Howe, the will be the debut production of the full-length production. Will you be able to work out 'whodunnit' from our cast of characters? The plot could change at every performance so your detective skills will be challenged to the full! 1920s attire/fancy dress is optional but actively encouraged to get you in the mood for the evening ahead. Your choice of Fish & Chips or Vegetarian option will be served during the interval. Full licensed bar available.

Written by Patrick Derksen. Directed by Eleanor DeSouza and Lee Hall. This is is a two act comedy play suitable for all ages. Trent Trowel is your typical PI with crimes to solve and dames to fall for. He joins some of the worlds most famous detectives at the International PD gala. Theres Shirley Holmes, Jean Louie Phillip Eustache and... Aunt Beatrice. But is this just an innocent gala? Will the worlds most dastardly villains foil them with a fiendish plan? Will Aunt Beatrice ever get an English muffin? Everything is not what it seems. IHDC is a not-for-profit community group. Our summer show is an opportunity to give larger roles to our younger and developing talent with the safety and support of the veterans alongside them. Find us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/iverheathdramaclub/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@iverheathdramaclub] andFacebook [https://www.facebook.com/events/619576130867231/?active tab=discussion]. Info and T&Cs: Doors open 15 minutes before the show. There is a tuck shop open before the show and during the interval. Seating is first come, first served; however should you need allocated seating (for example due to a large group booking or due to a disability) please email carol@ihdc.co.uk with your booking reference and we will do our best to support you. There is free parking. Please ensure your phones/tablets/devices are turned off. Where a concession or discount is claimed, proof of identity and concession entitlement may be required. IHDC and the Iver Heath Village Hall reserve the right to refuse entry or eject persons for poor behaviour. Please do not bring food or drink from outside the venue. Alcohol cannot be consumed at our shows/events. Please do not move any seats or equipment and help us to keep aisles and fire exits clear. The Venue reserve the right to refuse re-admission. Flash photography is not permitted. Smoking and/or vaping is not permitted inside the building or near any doorway. There is CCTV on the site and in the building. Find out more about the show here:https://open.spotify.com/track/5YF4RvsXyvmAZ94Wk3AhAB?si=05c753fc3cf74bec

Stoke Poges Summer Concert will be our last concert with our Music Director, Andy Langley. Sadly, due to a house move Andy will be leaving us after this concert. Therefore this will be a "Best of" Stoke Poges Singers led by Andy over the last nine years. Don't miss it!

Join us for our July Crochet Social in the beautiful grounds of Southlands Arts Centre. We're making granny squares for another blanket to be donated to Project Linus. Yarns will be supplied were looking to colour-coordinate. The themes are 'ocean breeze' and 'berries and cream'. Were using manmade or acrylic yarn only in double knit weight. So, youll need a crochet hook in 4mm, 4.5mm or 5mm, depending on your working tension. We need squares 10x10 cm or 20x20cm etc. You can choose your own pattern to use or use one of ours. Why not enjoy a coffee and snack from our super community caf you can pre-order when you book your ticket. Pre-order food must be placed before 18th July. We had such a lot of success in the crochet sessions during the International Womens Day celebrations; we want you all back again! Were aiming for the biggest crochet social in Uxbridge. Come and join us. Free, on site parking is available. Date: Sunday 20 July 2025 Time: 11:00 -15: 00 Price: Suggested donation 3. Please pay what you can.