Here is a list of current activities and warm spaces across Portland for December 2022 into 2023.
This is an evolving list that we plan to update monthly. If you are an organisation please let us have any changes or additions by the end of the month for inclusion the following month.
The spaces and activities listed on this timetable are free to attend, however, refreshments and / or snacks may cost extra. Unless otherwise stated, activities are run by the venue at which the activity is held.
No formals COVID-19 restrictions are currently in place, however, feel free to continue wearing a mask and using sanitiser etc.
MONDAY
Coffee Morning: Bringing the community together over a warm brew. 9.30am-12.00pm at The Islanders Youth and Community Centre, East Weare Road, Verne Common. Adults only.
Coffee Morning (run by The Salvation Army): 10.00-11.30am at the Easton Methodist Church, Easton.
Cuppa and Company: 10:30am-12:00pm at Portland Library, Easton. Space limited due to the library’s size.
The Drop In: Safe, inclusive space for young people. 6.30-8.00pm (for those aged 11-14) at The Portland Community Venue, Three Yards Close, Fortuneswell.
TUESDAY
Coffee Morning: 10.00-11.30am at the Community 2000 Hall (C2000), Straits, Easton.
The Drop In: Safe, inclusive space for young people. 6.00-7.30pm (for those aged 8-11) at The Portland Community Venue, Three Yards Close, Fortuneswell.
WEDNESDAY
Coffee Morning with Knit and Natter: 10.00-11.30am at the Easton Methodist Church, Easton.
Portland Warm Bank (run by Portland Town Council and ICA): Refreshments and social. 10.00am-4.00pm at The Portland Community Venue, Three Yards Close, Fortuneswell. Board games available.
This and That Craft Group: 10.00-11.30am at St. John’s Church, Fortuneswell.
The Drop In: Safe, inclusive space for young people. 7.00-9.00pm (for those aged 14-18) at The Portland Community Venue, Three Yards Close, Fortuneswell.
THURSDAY
Café Church: Refreshments and conversation. 10.00-11.30am at the Easton Methodist Church, Easton.
Bubble and Rise: Soup lunch and board games. 11.30am-3.00pm at St. John’s Church, Fortuneswell.
Hobby Lobby: Bring your own craft / hobby or try something new (craft materials can be purchased from venue). 1.30-4.30pm at The Islanders Youth and Community Centre, East Weare Road, Verne Common. Adults only.
Café R: Food and conversation. 6.00-7.00pm at the Easton Methodist Church, Easton.
FRIDAY
Coffee, Chat and Bacon Baps: 10.00-11.30am at the Easton Methodist Church, Easton.
Lunch Club: Cuppa and conversation (warm snacks available). 10.00am-3.00pm at The Islanders Youth and Community Centre, East Weare Road, Verne Common. Board games available to play.
Portland Museum: Refreshments and conversation. 10.30am-12.30pm. First Friday session for 2023 is Friday 20thJanuary. Wakeham.
Good Companion Club 50+ (run by St. John Ambulance): Refreshments and conversation. Runs every other Friday. 2.00-4.00pm at the St John Ambulance HQ Hall, Easton Lane.
The Open Arms: Safe, inclusive space for young people. 7.00-9.00pm (for those senior school age upwards) at 41 Easton Square, Easton.
SATURDAY
Community Coffee Morning (run by different organisation each week): Refreshments and conversation. 10.00-11.30am at the Easton Methodist Church, Easton.
The Open Arms: Safe, inclusive space for young people. 7.00-9.00pm (for those senior school age upwards) at 41 Easton Square, Easton.
SUNDAY
Portland Museum: Refreshments and conversation. 10.30am-12.30pm. First Sunday session for 2023 is Sunday 22ndJanuary. Wakeham.
OTHER SOURCES OF HELP
Please see our External Support page for a list of local and national organisations that may prove useful over the festive period and beyond. The list covers emergency and general support, from health and wellbeing to finance and legal.