From the Village Voice

Mondays.
New Malden Rotary Club
Where: Malden Golf Club,Traps Lane,When: Monday evenings at 6:15 for 6:45pm Contact: Barry Collins on 07740 257 255 
Monday Netball Club
When: Mondays 8.30pm 
Contact: Katie Leason 07910 256107
English Conversation / Lessons For Koreans  Where: Christ Church Centre, Coombe Road When: Mondays & Tues, 10.00 am - 12.00 noon All welcome: contact Chris Coke 020 8942 7388.
St James Players
If you enjoy acting do come or help backstage. Monday and Wednesdays 8pm New members welcome.
St James Church Hall, Bodley Road NEW MALDEN. Mem Sec: linda@dunnz,net
Tuesdays
Arthritis Care New Malden Branch 
Arthritis Care Kingston and District
Meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm in the eveningat Alfriston House Berrylands Road Surbiton Contact : Jocelyn King for further information on 0208 942 6745.
The New Malden Ladies Badminton Club  When: Tuesday at the Malden Centre from 20.30 till 22.00 We are a mixed ability club looking for new members. Please ring Lynda on 8949 2673 or just pop in.
NHS Retirement Fellowship- Local Branch Are you retired or about to retire from the NHS? Why not join us on the 1st Tuesday of every month from 10am -12 at Christ Church Hall, Christ Church Road, Surbiton, KT5 8JJ. We have speakers, activities, coffee & chat.Other outings & activities are also arranged during the month.  contact Lorna on 020 8337 4121.
Half Shares We are a group of widows who meet together on the 1st Tuesday of every month.  We have a speaker and enjoy a cuppa and a chat. Come and join us at 1.45-3.15pm at Christ Church Centre, Coombe Rd For more details contact Lily on 020 8949 1431.
The New Malden Investment Club Our meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at the Grafton Club, Grafton Road, New Malden. Contact the secretary on 020 8942 1926 for information.
Malden Bridge Club When: Tuesday evenings 7.30 to 10.30pm Where: Graham Spicer Institute, by entrance to Waitrose car park. Contact: John 020 8942 7560 for details.
ACT FOR JUSTICE New Malden Baptist church; Westbury Road. KT3 5BE. When: The first Tuesday of every month, 8 - 9.30pm.
This group aims to combat human trafficking. We’ll discuss issues of forced labour, sexual exploitation and domestic servitude, raise awareness and fundraise. Contact ellykeevil@hotmail.com

Wednesdays
Malden & Coombe Social Club For The Blind  When:  Alternate Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm Contact; Mike Ball 02089420819 Volunteer drivers/helpers VERY welcome
Talking Of Trains In Surbiton
Programme of talks which take place locally at the Surbiton Library Hall each Wednesday evening throughout the winter months.  The first meeting is free;  the fee for the complete year is just £50.
www.talking of trains.co.uk
Colouring Club
A soothing and enjoyable pastime for adults with no skills needed. 10-11am Tudor Williams Coffee House. No chrge and a free coffee. on 30th Dec, 27th Jan and 24th Feb
Royal British Legion, Malden and Coombe
Branch meetings are held at the Grafton Club on the second Wednesday of the month at 2.30pm. New members welcome. For details please contact Jan Feist:  janfeist@hotmail.com or Lynne Finnerty: rbl.maldenandcoombe@gmail.com or ring 07857 422140

Thursdays
St. John’s Hall is open between 2.00 and 4.00pm for Tea And Chat. If you are on your own please feel free to drop in for a free cup of tea and some company.
411 Malden Road (between Worcester Park station and The Plough). 213 Bus stops nearby.
Malden Camera Club 
Where: New Malden Library, Kingston Road When: Thursday evenings throughout the year at 7.45pm Contact: www.maldencameraclub.org.uk
Malden Centre Orchestra
Where: Malden Centre, Blagdon Road
When: 10.00-12.00noon, every Thursday (term time only)Contact: Conductor David Benke on 02087868517.
Tolworth Badminton Club
Where:  Play at Tolworth Recreation Centre When:  Club night Thursday evenings 7.30-9.30 Standard:  Intermediate/advanced level Contact:  
tolworthbadmintonclub.co.uk,ring Pat on 0208 395 9175 or just turn up 
Malden Emergency First Aid Society (Mefas).  Members meet each Thursday evening at 7.30pm for First Aid training.  New members required.  Everyone welcome.  Hall available for hire. Contact Christine on 07966661015.
Kingston Association for The Blind Lunch Club at The Mefas Hall, rear of Malden Centre, Cocks Crescent, New Malden - for people with a severe sight loss - for a sandwich lunch on the last Thursday of every month 12.30 to 2.30 pm.  The cost is £3 per person and friends or family are welcome.  For further details telephone Kerry at K.A.B. 020 8605 0060.
Come and join our friendly local bridge club at the Shiraz Mirza hall (behind Norbiton station). We play 24 hands of duplicate bridge - with electronic scoring - every Thursday from 7.30 p.m.  prompt. Host system so partners always available. £5 table money.  Parking available outside the hall. Also buses and trains from very close by. Contact Rosemary Vase 0208 5468719 or Pauline Finn 0208 549 3270 or just turn up
Malden And Coombe Flower Decoration Society At St.James Church Hall Bodley Road WHEN the third Thursday of the month at 7.30 pm. Why not come along to these evenings and dazzle your family and friends with your expertise! Visitors £5 If you would like more details please ring Alison Honor on 
020 8949 8036.
Malden Wanderers Badminton Club
Where:- 22, Cambridge Avenue, KT3 4LE When -  20.30 p.m - 22.00 p.m. We are a friendly club looking for new members.
Please contact  - Bobby 07946 532 846.
New Malden Women’s Institute (WI).
Where:  Shiraz Mirza Hall, Manor Park Hall,
Malden Road, New Malden, KT3 6AV.
2nd Thursday of each month at 7.30 pm Barbara 0208 546 1495 or twocavs@googlemail.com
KINGSTON DEBATING SOCIETY
An evening of lively intelligent debate, where you get to have your say.
Thursday evenings, 7.45pm
3 December. After Christmas Thursday evenings from 21 January to 10 March Kingston Methodist Church, Avenue Road, off Fairfield South, KT1 2UJ
Check out our website at kingstondebating.org.uk

Fridays
Friday Morning Running
A mixed group, consisting mainly, but not restricted to, mothers with children in school, meet each Friday morning at 9:50 am in the Pembroke Lodge car park TW10 5HX, for a run of between 3 and
4 miles in Richmond Park. This is a social group of runners with no pressure on ability. New runners are more than welcome (everybody has to start somewhere) and time will be taken to accommodate them. Don’t feel inhibited, come and try us! If you need any further infocall Bob on 07936 240937.
RSPB Epsom and Ewell Local group.  
We meet the 2nd Friday of every month at 7.30, apart from July and August, at All Saints Church Hall Fulford Road, West Ewell with guest speakers who illustrate their enthusiasm on a variety of natural history subjects.  We also have several birding outings throughout the year which is arranged to suit all ages.   There is a small charge for non-members of the RSPB.  rspb.org.uk/groups/epsom.
Over 60’s club
We meet every Friday at St. James Church Hall. Bodley Road, New Malden from 1pm to 2:30 pm (Doors open at 12:30) We have musical entertainment, a raffle and refreshments. Coach outings are organised during the Summer months. If you would like to join us please contact Sheila on 0208 949 5118 for further information.
The Cast On Café
Would you like to learn how to knit, need help and advice on a knitting project or just want to socialise with fellow knitters? Then for just £5 and a free drink, join us every Friday in the café at Tudor Williams, High Street, New Malden, from 10am-12 noon. Contact Alison Forrester on 07778 397957
Saturdays
Saturday Dementia Club 
staywell Services 2nd Saturday of the month 11am to 2pm in New Malden for people living with dementia, their family and carers, Call 020 8942 8256 and ask for Cathy or Marion or you can send an email to saturdayclub@staywellservices.org
Learn to sew and knit!  Develop your creative skills and share them with others! The Sew-and-Sews, a club for all ages. We meet every 1st and 3rd Saturday.  Entry is free-a small charge may be made to cover expenses.   Please ring Yunghee Koh on 07533 386918 for more details and before you come along for the first time.  Younger children need to be accompanied by an adult.  Entrance to the hall is off Malden Road car park.”

General
Emanuel Rugby
Where: Shannon Corner, KT3 4PU When: Adults Tuesdays and Thursdays,7.30pm, Saturday 2-3pm. Children: Registration at the club is 1030am with training starting at 11am on Sundays emanuelrugby.co.uk info@emanuelrugby.co.uk  Fergus McCarthy 0845 8338974
Graham Spicer Snooker Room
Availible for hire during the day and evenings.
Contact Secretary for availibility on 020 8942 2157.
Malden Bowling Club, Lime Grove New Malden
Both new and experienced bowlers are assured a warm welcome at our friendly club, with trained coaches on hand to guide and advise.  April to September sees us bowling on the green for the outdoor season, but social events for our members are run throughout the year. Sue on 0208 395 6778 or John on 0208 949 4315 would be delighted to hear from you.
maldenbowlingclub.com
Supreme Bowls Club
We welcome new bowlers of both sexes, all ages, and all abilities from late April to end of Sept.  Come and try bowling for free.  We are a friendly club with around 70 members on the Kings College Sports Ground close to Woodies pub at the junction of Thetford Road and Windsor Avenue, New Malden, KT3 5BF.  Tel Mick or Di on 020 8942 0294.   supremebowling.org.uk. 
West Wimbledon Society Table Tennis Club
Friendly social table tennis club in Raynes Park welcomes new members (sorry not complete beginners). 
020 8947 3564. 
Surbition Bowls Club  Alexandra Rec, Tolworth.
Open days Sat/Sun 20/21 April from 2.30pm . Roll ups Tuesday evenings from 5:50pm. Small friendly mixed club (35 players.)  New members very welcome. David 020 8224 2385.
From The Ground Up local affordable organic box scheme - Kingston’s own - fresh organic veg, fruit, bread, cheese and preserves at exceptional price.  Collection every Saturday from Kingston or Surbiton.   fgu@ttkingston.org for details
Surbiton Croquet Club
Where: Alexandra Drive, Berrylands.  Croquet is a game for all ages and abilities.  All welcome at very friendly club, including (especially!) complete beginners.  Free introductory croquet coaching sessions.  Contact Chris Osmond 020 8330 6698
Malden Manor Bowls Club, Manor Park, Malden Road.  New members will be made very welcome. Roll ups, league matches, internal and external competitions; we offer bowling for all levels of interest and ability. Our open day this year will be on 16 May. For further details contact Men’s Secretary Gerald 020 8949 4623 or Ladies’ Secretary Malden Manor Bowls Club Where: Manor Park, Malden Road.   

From Worcester Park Life

Mondays
Do you enjoy listening to show tunes, big band 
music, jazz, light classics etc? Come along to an evening of live music played by top artistes.  We meet on the second Monday of each month at our Banstead venue Banstead Organ & Keyboard Club Church Institute Hall, High Street, Banstead SM7 2NN  
 Doors open 7pm for 7:30pm start.(Visitors £7) Visitors & new members are always welcome to our concerts. Further details from 020 8330 5795, or visit www.bansteadorganclub.co.uk
The Nightingales ladies singing group meets every Monday from 8:15pm to 9:45pm at The Parochial Rooms in Cheam village.  We are a very friendly group which has been meeting for the joy of singing for over 40 years.  There is no audition but it does help if you can sing in tune!  We sing a selection of old and new songs and entertain various groups in the area with our afternoon concerts.  Membership is free for the rest of 2015.  Why not give us a try?  Contact Val on 01372 725965.
Worcester Parkers Women’s Institute meet on the 3rd Monday of every month 7.45pm to 9.45pm at Christchurch with St Philip Church Hall in Ruskin Drive, Worcester Park. For more information contact Eileen Moore 020 8648 4327 wi.worcesterparkers@gmail.com
*There is currently a waiting list.
Cheam Common Art Group
Small friendly Art Group who meet at CHRIST CHURCH with ST PHILIP Ruskin  Road, Worcester Park
on Monday evenings 7.30 – 9.30 p.m.
Welcome new members just to draw
and paint in any medium without tuition. If interested come down for an evening and meet us to see whether this is for you Brenda Banks 020 8330 0928
Worcester Park Over 60’s Welcome Club
meet every Monday from 1pm to 3pm at Christ Church with St Philip Church Hall in Ruskin Drive. Worcester Park.
All over 60’s welcome to join us for a cup of tea and a biscuit or two, plus some outstanding entertainment in the way of singers and musicians. One Monday a month we have Bingo and every Monday we run a raffle. Days outings to the coast are organised throughout the summer months, and mid week holidays are organised two or three times a year. Come a little earlier and meet up with some friends and have a chat before the entertainment starts. We would love to see you. Contact Joyce on 020 8330 5065.
The ladies After Eight Club meet on the 2nd Monday of every month from 8pm onwards at Christchurch with St Philips church hall. We have interesting speakers, outings and dinners and all are welcome for a small subscription to cover our costs. Just come along and join in.Please contact Carol on 020 8337 2452 for further information
St James Players
If you enjoy acting do come or help backstage. Monday and Wednesdays 8pm New members welcome.
St James Church Hall, Bodley Road New Malden. 
Mem Sec: linda@dunnz,net
Tuesdays
Vegan Group  - monthly bring and share buffet,. every second Tuesday. 7.30pm until 9.30 in Room 1,Christchurch with St Philip, corner of Ruskin Drive, WP. For vegans and anyone interested in learning more about veganism. 
The Worcester Park Dramatic Society is a local amateur drama group of long standing. We stage two major productions a year at the Adrian Mann Theatre in Ewell, in April and November. We meet every Tuesday and most Fridays at 8.15 pm in the Elmcroft Community Centre in North Cheam, on the Sainsbury’s site. Apart from play readings, rehearsals and set construction, we have quiz nights and various social events. We also arrange group outings to amateur and professional theatre productions. We welcome new members to help us stage future productions, anyone willing to act or work backstage. If interested, please contact our membership secretary, Joyce Cranfield, on 020 8337 3317.
“Lunch Break” - a friendly lunch club for those retired, meeting on a Tuesday 12-2pm (term time only) at Worcester Park Baptist Church, The Avenue - free, but donations invited. Occasional speakers. Contact Brian on 020 8224 6675 or Rowena 07837 941298
NHS Retirement Fellowship- Local Branch Are you retired or about to retire from the NHS? Why not join us on the 1st Tuesday of every month from 10am -12 at Christ Church Hall, Christ Church Road, Surbiton, KT5 8JJ. We have speakers, activities, coffee & chat.Other outings & activities are also arranged during the month. For further details please contact Lorna on 020 8337 4121.
Worcester Park Crafters
We meet on the first Tuesday of each month in the hall at Christchurch with St Philip, Ruskin Drive, Worcester park,KT4 8LG. We meet from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. For further details please contact Lynne by E mail: lynnesinger@msn.com or phone on:020 8330 5903
Our aim is to provide a meeting/crafting place for all crafters whatever their craft or ability. Either bring your own work or purchase our kit of the month (small materials cost usually £2), come and play and chat. (small cost to over hall hire and insurance approx £4)
Craft group - We meet at Christ Church with St Philip Ruskin Drive on the first TUESDAY of the month from 7.30-9.30pm A place where all crafters whatever their craft or ability can meet, craft, share ideas and learn from each other.  Feel free to bring your own projects or you can try our project of the month Cost: £5 per session Lynne Singer 020 8330 3590 / T
oni Shepherd 07900 006367  
Wednesdays
Keep Fit Stay Fit  every Wednesday 10.15-11.15am at Christ Church with St Philip, Ruskin Road.  Come  along and give it a try ! For more information please call Jo Hamilton on 020 8786 3444.
The Probus Club of Ewell
Coming up to retirement? Just retired? Looking to make new friends?  Why not join the Probus Club of Ewell? Since it was founded over 40 years ago, the Probus Club of Ewell has been attracting businessmen from Worcester Park and its surrounding areas with a broad range of professional and business backgrounds.  We meet on the first Wednesday of each month, usually at Bourne Hall in Ewell Village, for a Lunch followed by a Speaker.  In addition to two Ladies Lunches during the year, there is an active social programme for members and their partners with visits to places of interest and West End Shows.  If you would like to know more, please telephone our secretary, Bruce Urquhart, on 01737 373 690 or visit our website: 4newmembers.ewell4probus.org.uk 
Talking Of Trains In Surbiton
Programme of talks which take place locally at the Surbiton Library Hall each Wednesday evening throughout the winter months.  The first meeting is free;  the fee for the complete year is just £50.
Topics this season feature subjects ranging from the railways of Lancaster to Kosovo and slideshow presentations by resident lecturer Dick Crane.  Guest speakers included Ian Brown, the former Managing Director of Transport for London Rail, author Jim Connor and one of Britain’s noted rail photographers Bob Sweet. www.talking of trains.co.uk
Thursdays
Sutton Mariners.
A local offshore sailing club founded in 1988 that meets at 8pm every Thursday evening at the Borough Sports Ground, home of Sutton United FC, Gander Green Lane,   SM1 2EY. We are a small and friendly club of about 60 members and have about a dozen boat owners amongst us providing crewing opportunities during the summer months as well as enjoying meetings listening to interesting speakers and social nights. If you would like to get afloat come along and meet us – we’re sure you will enjoy the experience. Visit our website at www.suttonmariners.org.uk   .      
East Surrey Family History Society
For those who are interested in finding out how to investigate their family history the Sutton Branch of the East Surrey Family History Society holds meetings on the first Thursday of the month at St Nicholas Church Hall, Robin Hood Lane. Most months we have a professional speaker.
Further details of all our branch meetings,  can be found at Our award winning website www.esfhs.org.uk
60+ Social Mixed Single Group  We meet in a local pub every Thursday where we discuss outings for the weekends such as meal out, walking, theatre trips, cinemas and many other things. If you would like to join us please ring Maureen:  07761278661.
Kingston Phoenix Road Club  is a cycling club that meets at 8-30pm every Thursday at Worcester Park Athlete Club, Green Lane, Worcester Park. The club was founded in 1936 and currently has a membership of 70. We cater for riders of all ages whether they are novices or experienced and our oldest rider is 84 years old who is still racing and holds several national age related records.
Malden Emergency First Aid Society (MEFAS) members meet every Thursday evening from 7.30 to 10pm.  The public is invited to join members on short training courses.  For further details please see MEFAS web site at http://e-voice.org.uk/mefas/  or telephone 020 8942 8653 or 07966661015
Breathe Easy (Merton & Sutton) Group. 
Wheezy? Breathless? you are not alone, come and join us at your local friendly support & information group for anyone affected by a lung condition. We meet between 2-4 pm on the 3rd Thursday of every month at St. Bedes Conference Centre, St. Anthony’s Hospital, London Road, North Cheam. SM3 9DW For more information please contact George on 0208 647 7530
Thursday Fellowship.  Every Thursday at 2.30pm for men and women, finishing with a cup of tea and biscuits or cakes.  A lively, friendly meeting at Worcester Park Baptist church in The Avenue.  Well-known, familiar hymns and prayers, musical afternoons, and a variety of speakers on topical subjects, including help and advice.   New members welcome.  For more information ring Jean Gathercole on 020 8642 9649 
The Worcester Park Hello Club launched last November and is welcoming new members!  We meet every Thursday morning from 10am – 12 noon.
The club is aimed at anyone who would like to come and join in with board games, quizzes, cards, occasional craft sessions - or just to have a chat and a coffee.  Adults of any age are welcome to come and get to know each other. The main aims of the club are:
•  To meet new people and build friendships
•  To become involved with the local community
•   To access activities, information and advice
The club is very friendly and informal.  Every month there will be a member of staff attending from the SCILL Information & Advice Service – they have information on most topics for all your needs and will be pleased to assist you.
The drop in club was set up by Sutton Vision, Christ Church with St Philip and SCILL , working together in partnership.  We are fortunate to be provided with a welcoming and comfortable venue at the Christ Church with St Philip Community Hall.  There are accessible toilets on site.  There is a small charge for coffee and tea at the church café.  
If you would like to join us, please just turn up, or if you would like to speak to someone, please contact one of the following:
SCILL 020 8770 4065
Sutton Vision 020 8409 7166
Christ Church with St Philip 020 8330 7630

Fridays
Bartlett House Residents Luncheon Club is a welcoming social club for the retired from work but not from life! Bartlett House, 49-51 The Avenue, Worcester Park, KT4 7HU. Catch up with friends every Friday 11am-4pm. This fun and friendly club is not for profit, ensuring prices are kept to a minimum so it won’t cost the earth! New members welcome. Contact Dot on 0208 330 2074
Quest was set up in 1987 to provide a meeting place for people with physical disabilities between the ages of 20 - 60.  However, once a member there is no age cut off.  The aim of the club is to provide a welcoming, caring atmosphere for the members and allow the carers to have a regular break.  Annual subscription. and £2.50 for lunch. We have various social activities and every second month we have a speaker, outings can be arranged if enough people wish to go. The venue is St. Philip Hall, Christchurch with St. Philip, Ruskin Drive, Worcester Park. We meet the 2nd and 4th Fridays in the month from 12.45 to 4p.m Contact June Day, Club Secretary, on 02083301220    
RSPB Epsom And Ewell Local Group
 We meet the 2nd Friday of every month at 7.30, apart from July and August, at All Saints Church Hall Fulford Road, West Ewell with guest speakers who illustrate their enthusiasm on a variety of natural history subjects.    There is a small charge for non-members of the RSPB.   If you would like more information, please look at our website,  www.rspb.org.uk/groups/epsom
Worcester Park Womens’ Club.  We are part of the National Association of Womens’ Clubs and we meet at Christchurch with St. Philips Church, Ruskin Drive, Worcester Park at 7.15pm.  We have very interesting speakers, outings, a garden party in the summer and a quiz night rasising money for our chosen charity for the year.  Why not come along and give us a try.  For more information call Carole on
020 8337 6088.
General
Auriol Bowling Club was established in 1967, and plays on the 6-rink bowling green attached to the pavilion in Auriol Park, Salisbury Road, Worcester Park.  It is a mixed club of around 45 men and 25 women, who play outdoors from April to September, with a busy fixture list of league and friendly matches against other clubs, as well as internal club competitions. For further information please contact the club Secretary, David Regan, on 020 8337 8919 or visit the website at  www.auriolbowlingclub.com.
Cuddington Bowling Club will always welcome new members. The club is situated in Sandringham Road, Worcester Park and we play on an excellent 6 rink green that has been acclaimed by many of the club’s visitors this year. We are a mixed club with about 60 members and play a range of friendly and league fixtures catering for all abilities. For further information, please contact our Secretary Mike Ridley 02087158326 or our Treasurer Mark Broughton 02083379699.  
Social Dancing With “ Glitters” At Bourne Hall, 
SOCIAL DANCING WITH ‘GLITTERS’ at Bourne Hall, Spring Street, Ewell Village.  8.30 p.m. - ll p.m.
Over 18s. Entrance Fee £8.  All standards of dancing.  Free parking. Bar. Professional D.J.
We even have a glitter ball!  For further information ring David 07903 314276
Mar  4th and 19th 
National Trust - Epsom, Ewell and District Supporters GroupFormed in 1971, we run a varied programme of social eventswhich includes Evening Lectures at Bourne Hall in Ewell, once a month from Oct. to June, Coach Outings which visit historichouses and gardens(not necessarily N.T.),Guided London Walks, and other trips to London e.g.The Magic Circle, The Royal Opera House (backstage tour).Other special events
include Coffee Mornings, Holidays and Christmas Lunch.
Newsletters are produced four times a year.If you would like more information please visit our website:
www.epsom-ewell-district-nt.co.uk or telephone Paul on 020 87158486
Malden Manor Bowling Club, Manor Park, Malden Road KT3 6AU. New members will be made very welcome. Roll-ups, league matches, internal and external competitions; we offer bowling at all levels of interest and ability. For further details contact Men’s Secretary Gerald 020 8949 4623 or Ladies’ secretary Maureen 020 8337 5472.  
Cheam High School Gym NO contract or joining fee, and just £15 a month. It has everything other gyms have, we also have a Personal Trainer on hand to help out and give advise FREE of charge, something other gyms don’t offer.  www.facebook.com/CHSGym We open to the public at 5pm-9.30pm Monday - Friday and 10am-5pm Saturdays.