Get Involved
All of our regular groups and workshops are listed opposite, so check out the orange information bars opposite and find out how you can get involved.
If you need more information please call our friendly reception team on 01302 341662, or pop into The Point and have a chat.
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For details of more activities, see the list of workshops and groups opposite.
Book Group
A friendly gathering of bookworms who love to chat! From murder mysteries to historical fiction, come along to one of our meetings and tell us what you think. On Wednesday 5 June we will talk about The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker
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| The Book Group meets in our cosy cafe |
Groups
Click on an activity for more information:
The Choir meets at The Point most weeks and is for anyone who loves to sing. So why not come join us? You don’t have to be able to read music, just come along, make some friends and let your hair down!
Janet Wood
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
T: 01302 341662
E: darts@thepoint.org.uk
Adults
Every Wednesday during term time 6.45-8.45pm.
The Point
£3.50 per session
A forum for crafty-fingered individuals who love to knit or crochet and are keen to share and develop their skills. From notice boards to vegetable stews, no project is too ambitious for this talented group!
Caroline Gaytor
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
T: 01302 341662
E: darts@thepoint.org.uk
Adults
Every Monday from 12.30-1.30pm
The Point
Free
A friendly gathering of bookworms who love to chat! From murder mysteries to historical fiction, come along to one of our meetings and tell us what you think. On Wednesday 5 June we will talk about The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker.
Please note there will be no book group meeting in August.
Helen Jones
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
T: 01302 558050
E: helen@thepoint.org.uk
Adults
The first Wednesday of each month from 6pm-7pm.
Meet in the cafe at The Point
Free
Aged 13 – 18 and would like to develop your creative writing, take part in workshops and projects and meet other young writers?
“You can be creative, imaginative, make new friends and have a great time!” Shannon.
"A fun and friendly environment, where you can enjoy writing." Neelam
Sue Shaw
E: s.shaw123shaw@btinternet.com
Young people aged 13-18. Young writers in Rotherham, Sheffield and Barnsley should contact Signposts on 0114 2554030 for info about young writers’ groups in these areas.
Thursdays between 5-7pm. Dates confirmed: 6, 13 & 27 June and 4 July.
Please contact Sue Shaw for further information.
The Point
Free
We are a friendly (adult) self-help group designed to help people who stammer. Check us out on facebook.
Bob Adams
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
T: 07944 550540
E: dsagroup@hotmail.co.uk
We are a friendly (adult) self-help group designed to help people who stammer. Friends and relatives are welcome.
Wednesdays every fortnight. Contact Bob at dsagroup@hotmail.co.uk for more information
The Point
Free
Take some creative steps to a healthier lifestyle. This programme is for women with a BMI between 25 and 30. Sessions are designed for ladies taking steps towards a healthier lifestyle. Booking essential.
“Fantastic, took me back to what I loved to do when young and fit.”
Hayley Beecher
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
T: 01302 558048
E: hayley@thepoint.org.uk
Women with a BMI between 25-30. If you're interested ring Hayley for a chat. She uses a variety of dance and movement in the sessions which are tailored to your needs. Booking essential.
Wednesdays, 5.30-6.30pm. Booking essential.
The Point
£3.50 per session, booking essential.
Do you enjoy sewing and would like to share your skills with other? Or maybe you are a needlework novice looking for help and advice. All are welcome.
The group takes part in hand sewing/embroidery/patchwork. You can bring a sewing machine providing it has been PAT tested.
Ruth Taylor
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
T: 01302 341662
E: darts@thepoint.org.uk
Anyone who enjoys sewing
Most Fridays between 12.15-2.30pm
The Point
Free
Workshops
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All Aboard! Come along as a family for a fun filled hour of music making, sounds and stories. You are welcome to attend sessions on Tuesday and Friday, but only sign up to one of the sessions each morning as some of the content will be repeated. This is a Music Hub session run by darts.
Front of House Team
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
T: 01302 341662
E: darts@thepoint.org.uk
3-16 year olds with a disability. Will I need to stay? Yes please. This is a family opportunity. For this project darts does not cover medication or personal care needs.
Tuesday 28th May & Friday 31st May. Sessions: 10-11am for 3-11s and their families. 11.15am-12.15pm for 9-16s and their families.
The Point
Free, but booking is essential. Call the Front of House Team on 01302 341662, email: darts@thepoint.org.uk or just pop into The Point.
Would you like to improve your health and well-being by taking part in creative activity that include visual arts and music? Creative Directions is free and open to anyone who is experiencing a mental health issue and/or those with long term health conditions. You need to try and come to all of the sessions to get the most out of the workshops.
Lucy Robertshaw
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
T: 01302 558054
E: lucy@thepoint.org.uk
Adults experiencing mental health issues and/or a long term health condition who want to meet people in a similar situation and learn new skills.
Weekly course: 1.30-3.30pm. Every Wednesday from 1 May - 3 July. Refreshments provided.
The Point
Free, but booking is essential. Please contact Lucy on 01302 558054 or email lucy@thepoint.org.uk
Beat it! Come along for an hour on a Tuesday to make music with others. Each week you will have a guest musician – trial rhythm and sounds from around the world.
This is a Music Hub ensemble run by darts. If this group is popular, we hope to find ways to continue it into the future.
Front of House Team
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
T: 01302 341662
E: darts@thepoint.org.uk
9-16 years old with a disability. You will need to stay in the session if your child needs regular adult support or has medical or personal care needs. Siblings are welcome. If your child can take part comfortably in group activity, why not sit in our café and enjoy a brew?
Tuesdays in June: 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th June between 4.45-5.45pm.
The Point
Free, but booking is essential. Call the Front of House Team on 01302 341662, email: darts@thepoint.org.uk or just pop into The Point.