13 of the best events to kick-off the new year

Thursday, January 3

Craft & Chat

A chance for people who love crafting to get together and share inspiration.

No charge and no booking required.

Thornbury Library, St Mary Street, Thornbury

First Thursday of the month between 2pm and 4pm

No charge and no booking required.

More details thornbury.library @southglos.gov.uk

Just Chillin'

Drop in anytime between 2pm and 3pm on Thursday for free family fun aimed at primary school aged children.

Thornbury Library, Saint Mary Street, Thornbury

From 2pm

Free entry

More details thornbury.library @southglos.gov.uk

Friday, January 4

U3A Photography Group - Yate and Sodbury

Anyone who wants to improve their photography is welcome.

The Photography group meet on the first Thursday of every month (except July and August).

St John's Church, Wickwar Road, Chipping Sodbury

From 2pm

An initial taster session is free and if you then join the cost is £25 p.a. plus U3A membership.

More details mabr42@outlook.com

Wild About Play! Holiday Club

The Holiday Club welcomes children aged 4 to 11 years who are attending school in September.

Ridgewood Centre, Station Road, Yate

From 8am to 6pm

More details wapridgewood@yahoo.co.uk

Saturday, January 5

Live Music Night: Humbug

If you're thinking of dry January then don't let that stop you from coming to see the band, we have an amazing selection of non alcoholic drink, including prosecco, gin, old mout.

All are welcome.

The Swan, Thornbury

From 9.15pm

Free entry

More details 01454 413062

Sunday, January 6

Epiphany Party

Please could you save your toilet rolls and newspapers for Gail.

Also if you are able to help on the day by serving food or washing up or helping with crafts, please let Gail know on 0774 6050607

Saint Mary's Church, Church Road, Yate

Between 4pm and 6pm

Free entry

Monday, January 7

Storytime

Most suitable for ages 0 to 4 years, all activities free of charge, no booking required.

Nappy-changing facilities available, breast-feeding welcome.

Thornbury Library, St Mary Street, Thornbury

From 2pm

Free entry

More details thornbury.library@southglos.gov.uk

Alveston Gardens Association

Botanic Gardens of a small world with Mervyn Reed - no booking required.

Jubilee Hall, Alveston, Greenhill

From 7.30pm

Free entry

Tuesday, January 8

Tudor era

There is a chance to learn about the local impact of the Tudor era at Thornbury Local History and Archaeology Society’s next meeting.

Professor Ronald Hutton will he holding a talk entitled: ‘Henry VIII, Thornbury Castle and Beyond.

Saint Mary’s Church Hall, Eastbury Road, Thornbury

From 7.30pm

Tickets for guests cost £2.50 which includes refreshments.

Parenting a child with ADHD

Do you want to learn more about ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)?

This course is open to parents who have a child with ADHD or anyone interested in learning more about ADHD in children.

Coniston Community Centre, The Parade, Coniston Road

From 9.30am to 11.30am

Free if you have less than a Level 2 qualification and are aged over 19 years old.

If you are not eligible then please call 01454 868572 for a price.

Sunbeams Toddler Group New Term

We provide the time and space to interact with your children in a happy safe environment.

Each week we have a different theme and varied activities. We have a baby area, creative area and a large hall for play and fun.

Thornbury Methodist Church Hall, Castle Court, Thornbury

From 1.30pm

All for £2 per family

More details janet_mann@hotmail.com

Wednesday, January 9

Sketch Cafe

Prema resident artist and seasoned sketcher Eve Coy is hosting a drawing session called the Sketch Cafe.

It is just the ticket for those keen to explore and discover different methods of sketching.

Prema Arts Centre, South Street, Uley

From 10.30am to 11.30am

Free entry

A Virtual Tour of Bristol

Louise Ingsley, an experienced tour guide on open-top buses, will be giving a talk to Olveston Parish Historical Society next week.

Olveston & Tockington Methodist Church, Lower Tockington Road, Tockington

From 7.30pm

Visitors can enter for £2