Past Featured events

	Tuesday, 19 November 2019 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Battle Library, 420 Oxford Road The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is weclome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations). Note the change of venue!

	Monday, 18 November 2019 BSANA Open Management Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the current situation and future plans for BSANA. You are welcome to come along.

	Monday, 11 November 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month.

	Thursday, 31 October 2019 School holiday family lunch club Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR It’s free and designed to help anyone who finds the school holidays a challenge for whatever reason

	Monday, 28 October 2019 School holiday family lunch club Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR It’s free and designed to help anyone who finds the school holidays a challenge for whatever reason

	Saturday, 26 October 2019 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Tuesday, 15 October 2019 BSANA Play Streets Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (Oasis to Anstey Road)

	Monday, 14 October 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month.

	Tuesday, 8 October 2019 BSANA Talks Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A regular talk open to everyone on a local topic.

	Tuesday, 1 October 2019 BSANA Play Streets Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (Oasis to Anstey Road)

	Saturday, 28 September 2019 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Thursday, 26 September 2019 BSANA Trip Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street CANCELLED Blake’s Lock Riverside Museum at Blake’s Lock This small branch site tells the story of Reading’s two rivers – the Kennet and the Thames – the Riverside Museum occupies two Listed former waterworks buildings, the Screen House and the Turbine House. It is open every day from April to September, from 10am to 6pm. The Screen House displays our beautiful gypsy caravan built by Reading firm Dunton and Sons to the ‘Ledge’ design, and a video about gypsy life. You can also see a variety of objects illustrating life by the river, from stuffed fish to regatta tickets, including a medieval wooden wheel from St Giles Mill found during archaeological excavations at the site of The Oracle shopping centre. The Turbine House is a unique Victorian building that spans the River Kennet, with views across the water. It houses preserved turbine machinery and since 2003 has been hosting a programme of summertime art exhibitions and events by the local cultural community.

	Sunday, 22 September 2019 Heritage Open Day Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: Outside the Oasis, Baker Street Hosted by Terry’s Reading Walkabouts HOD Bricks & Water (tale of 2 Conservation Areas & Clean Water)! There is a Maximum Limit of 20 people per each 2 dates (40 places in total available) This special walk ion support of HODs covers two Conservation Areas (CA) takes you to the west of the Inner Distribution Road and will cover the Georgian and Victorian development of Reading. It will be led by Richard Bennett (Chair Reading Civic Society) & myself. and will cover Russell Street/Castle Hill and the Downshire Square CAs and we will also go out along the Bath Road to the site of the former Bath Road Reservoir. We will explain how the area has developed since the early 1820s and tell you about the people who have lived here and influenced the area. As well as the important heritage and positive features of the area we will show you some of the negative features and the challenges the areas faces. Whilst there is no charge for these walks we do seek voluntary donations of a minimum of £5 per adult and £2 per child which will go to my charities for this year.:- 1st is Age UK Berkshire is an independent local charity part of the Age UK Brand. They provide integrated health and wellbeing services for older people across Berkshire. They believe that everyone can love later life – They do this by inspiring, supporting and enabling in a number of ways. See – https://www.ageuk.org.uk/berkshire/about-us/ 2nd is How Action for Children – it works from before they are born until they are into their twenties, They help disadvantaged children across the UK, by help them through fostering or adoption – and by intervening early to stop neglect and abuse. They make life better for children with disabilities. They influence policy and advocate for change. There 7,000 staff and volunteers operate over 522 services, improving the lives of 301,000 children, teenagers, parents and carers every year. They succeed by doing what’s right, doing what’s needed, and doing what works for children see – https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/what-we-do/about-us/

	Friday, 20 September 2019 Heritage Open Day Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: Outside the Oasis, Baker Street Hosted by Terry’s Reading Walkabouts HOD Bricks & Water (tale of 2 Conservation Areas & Clean Water)! There is a Maximum Limit of 20 people per each 2 dates (40 places in total available) This special walk ion support of HODs covers two Conservation Areas (CA) takes you to the west of the Inner Distribution Road and will cover the Georgian and Victorian development of Reading. It will be led by Richard Bennett (Chair Reading Civic Society) & myself. and will cover Russell Street/Castle Hill and the Downshire Square CAs and we will also go out along the Bath Road to the site of the former Bath Road Reservoir. We will explain how the area has developed since the early 1820s and tell you about the people who have lived here and influenced the area. As well as the important heritage and positive features of the area we will show you some of the negative features and the challenges the areas faces. Whilst there is no charge for these walks we do seek voluntary donations of a minimum of £5 per adult and £2 per child which will go to my charities for this year.:- 1st is Age UK Berkshire is an independent local charity part of the Age UK Brand. They provide integrated health and wellbeing services for older people across Berkshire. They believe that everyone can love later life – They do this by inspiring, supporting and enabling in a number of ways. See – https://www.ageuk.org.uk/berkshire/about-us/ 2nd is How Action for Children – it works from before they are born until they are into their twenties, They help disadvantaged children across the UK, by help them through fostering or adoption – and by intervening early to stop neglect and abuse. They make life better for children with disabilities. They influence policy and advocate for change. There 7,000 staff and volunteers operate over 522 services, improving the lives of 301,000 children, teenagers, parents and carers every year. They succeed by doing what’s right, doing what’s needed, and doing what works for children see – https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/what-we-do/about-us/

	Wednesday, 18 September 2019 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is weclome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Tuesday, 17 September 2019 BSANA Play Streets Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (Oasis to Anstey Road)

	Saturday, 14 September 2019 BSANA Summer Spruce Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street We are offering a free disposal service from 10am to 3pm. If you have anything you want to get rid of BSANA will pick it up and get rid of it for you – no charge. You can play a vital part in our neighbourhood’s success by: > Contacting us about rubbish for collection. > Volunteering to help with our rubbish collection service. > Working with us to tidy front gardens (even your own!). > Hoeing and gardening on the weekend. We can take mattresses, furniture, most electrical goods, metal. Sorry, we can’t take fridges / freezers, TV’s / monitors, household waste, excessive green waste. To arrange a collection, to volunteer, or for more information, contact: spruceup@bsana.org or text Sam on 07557 957 462.

	Tuesday, 10 September 2019 BSANA Open Management Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the current situation and future plans for BSANA. You are welcome to come along.

	Monday, 9 September 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. This month’s book is the “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” selection of short stories.

	Tuesday, 3 September 2019 BSANA Play Streets Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (Oasis to Anstey Road)

	Friday, 30 August 2019 BSANA hosts Ma Bessie at the Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Ma Bessie has performed at The Purple Turtle Blues & Jazz festival, The Rising Sun Arts Centre, the Reading Culture awards and is performing at the Fringe festival. We are very lucky to get this amazing performer and you can experience it LIVE in BSANAland!

	Wednesday, 28 August 2019 Family Fun Days at the Pavilion Time: 11:30am – 2:00pm. Venue: The Pavilion, 143-145 Oxford Road (bottom of Russell Street) Fun for all the family. Cost: Free

	Wednesday, 21 August 2019 Family Fun Days at the Pavilion Time: 11:30am – 2:00pm. Venue: The Pavilion, 143-145 Oxford Road (bottom of Russell Street) Fun for all the family. Cost: Free

	Wednesday, 14 August 2019 Family Activities at the Pavilion Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Pavilion, 143-145 Oxford Road (bottom of Russell Street) Fun for all the family. Cost: £1 per family Specialty: Fruit Smoothies.

	Monday, 12 August 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. This month’s book is “Du Maurier Shorts?”

	Wednesday, 7 August 2019 Family Activities at the Pavilion Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Pavilion, 143-145 Oxford Road (bottom of Russell Street) Fun for all the family. Cost: £1 per family Specialty: Ice cream sundaes.

	Wednesday, 31 July 2019 Family Activities at the Pavilion Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Pavilion, 143-145 Oxford Road (bottom of Russell Street) Fun for all the family. Cost: £1 per family Specialty: Fruit Kebabs with choc sauce.

	Wednesday, 24 July 2019 Family Activities at the Pavilion Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Pavilion, 143-145 Oxford Road (bottom of Russell Street) Fun for all the family. Cost: £1 per family Specialty: Milkshakes.

	Tuesday, 16 July 2019 BSANA Play Streets Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (Oasis to Anstey Road)

	Monday, 15 July 2019 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is weclome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Tuesday, 9 July 2019 BSANA Open Management Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the current situation and future plans for BSANA. You are welcome to come along.

	Monday, 8 July 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. This month’s book is “Cold Comfort Farm”

	Sunday, 7 July 2019 BSANA Street Party Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (between Carey Street and Howard Street) This is the big one. We close off Baker Street, from Carey Street/Zinzan Street along to Howard Street/Body Road and have a party. Please bring along some food for us all to share. We will provide (soft) drinks, cutlery and crockery. There will be chairs and tables so you can eat your food, chat to your neighbours and enjoy the sunshine. There will also be activities such as live music, Zumba, martial arts, bouncy castle, swingball, and the regular BSANA quiz! Opens at Noon.

	Tuesday, 2 July 2019 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, 522 Oxford Road The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is welcome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Tuesday, 2 July 2019 BSANA Talks Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A regular talk open to everyone on a local topic. Russell Street / Castle Hill Conservation Area Public Consultation.

	Tuesday, 2 July 2019 BSANA Play Streets Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (Oasis to Anstey Road)

	Saturday, 29 June 2019 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Thursday, 27 June 2019 BSANA Talks Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A regular talk open to everyone on a local topic. Loneliness Rhiannon Stocking-Williams, Reading voluntary Action’s Reading Friends Coordinator introduces their wonderful new Ready Friends Toolkit offering practical advice on how to take steps to interactwith our lonely neighbours and be a critical friend for them.

	Friday, 21 June 2019 BSANA hosts Simon Williams at the Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Simon Williams is one of the very best solo singer/guitarists in the area. He sometimes describes his style as “Acoustic Rock” but he always plays melodic sounds. He’s played for years as a guitarist and behind-the-scenes songwriter for many bands, including a sell out headline slot at “Sound” nightclub in London’s Leicester Square. His first ever solo performance saw him take the stage in front of a 2,000 strong audience in Hammersmith.

	Tuesday, 18 June 2019 BSANA Play Streets Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (Oasis to Anstey Road)

	Tuesday, 11 June 2019 BSANA AGM Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR We used our AGM to report back on everything we had achieved so far, everything we are currently working on, and some of our ideas for the future. Then we had elections for the committee. The AGM ended with inviting everyone to say something about what we are doing – a chance for all to give feedback.

	Monday, 10 June 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. This month’s book is “Biography”

	Tuesday, 4 June 2019 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is weclome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Saturday, 25 May 2019 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Tuesday, 21 May 2019 BSANA Talks Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A regular talk open to everyone on a local topic. Russell Street / Castle Hill Conservation Area Public Consultation. Panel discussion.

	Saturday, 18 May 2019 BSANA Summer Planting on the IDR Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm. Venue: Planters on the IDR / Oxford Road bridge Did you know that the planters on the Oxford Road bridge over the IDR were sponsored by BSANA and built by the Reading Association for the Blind? We have been putting bulbs to flower throughout the year. This time it’s our planting ready for this summer. Please come along and give us a hand. All welcome. If you have them, bring a trowel and wear gloves, but you are welcome even if you don’t have them.

	Friday, 17 May 2019 BSANA Trip Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street A visit to Dobbies Garden Centre, to discuss and buy appropriate plants and gardening tools for our area.

	Thursday, 16 May 2019 BSANA Talks Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A regular talk open to everyone on a local topic. Death

	Monday, 13 May 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. This month’s book is “Who is Tom Ditto”

	Tuesday, 7 May 2019 BSANA Open Management Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the current situation and future plans for BSANA. You are welcome to come along.

	Saturday, 27 April 2019 Meet the MP Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street A chance to meet our new MP, Matt Rodda, hear the current situation and ask him any questions.

	Saturday, 27 April 2019 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Wednesday, 17 April 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Friday, 12 April 2019 BSANA hosts James Farrant at the Castle Tap Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill

	Wednesday, 10 April 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 9 April 2019 BSANA Talks Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A regular talk open to everyone on a local topic. A speaker has been invited from the Museum of English Rural Life to talk about the museum and the exhibits. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road (entrance from door facing roundabout at bottom of Castle Hill) There will be food and drink provided.

	Monday, 8 April 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. This month’s book is “The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared” by Jonas Jonasson

	Wednesday, 3 April 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class. Sorry, this event has been cancelled

	Saturday, 30 March 2019 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Thursday, 28 March 2019 BSANA Trip Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street A trip to Ikea. Please meet at the noticeboard on Baker Street (near Zinzan Street) at 10:30am (or let us know if you need picking up). We plan to get back by 1pm. You should have over an hour and a half at the shop. Look for inspiration. If you are happy to sign up for (free) family membership, you’ll get free tea / coffee in the café. Also there’s a Free supervised play area where kids from 3-10 years old can spend up to 45 minutes in the free supervised crèche. Note that we will be getting there & back by taxi. Small items that you can carry are fine. If you want large items, Ikea do have a delivery service (though it’s not free).

	Wednesday, 27 March 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Wednesday, 20 March 2019 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, 522 Oxford Road The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is welcome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations). Venue Change: Now at Police Station on Castle Street

	Wednesday, 20 March 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Wednesday, 13 March 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 12 March 2019 BSANA Open Management Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the current situation and future plans for BSANA. You are welcome to come along.

	Friday, 8 March 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. This month’s boook is the “Self-Made Man” by Norah Vincent

	Wednesday, 6 March 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Wednesday, 27 February 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 23 February 2019 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Wednesday, 20 February 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Wednesday, 13 February 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 12 February 2019 BSANA Public Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR BSANA meeting open to all BSANA residents, with complimentary nibbles and (soft) drinks provided. All welcome. Every two months BSANA hosts a public meeting addressing a specific issue. This time it’s a guest speaker to talk to us about the Reading Fringe and the Reading on Thames Festival. Find out what it’s all about and how you can get involved.

	Monday, 11 February 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. This month’s book: “reasons to stay alive” by Matt Haig

	Saturday, 9 February 2019 BSANA Breakfast Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street BSANA and Bench Rest invite you to join us to the first of a series of foodie sessions covering nutritious, lip smacking and yet very accessible dishes. Using seasonal ingredients, we’ll go through different breakfast alternatives to make the first meal of the day some really to look forward to. You will spend a morning sampling food, socialising with your neighbours and giving your own twists to the proposed recipes. All levels and dietary requirements welcome!

	Friday, 8 February 2019 BSANA Music Night with Rosedale at the Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 11:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Bringing you Classic Rock, Blues, Indie and New Wave. Appearing, for one night only, at the Castle Tap. Free entrance. Free drink for all BSANA residents.

	Wednesday, 6 February 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Wednesday, 30 January 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 29 January 2019 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is weclome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Tuesday, 29 January 2019 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is weclome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Saturday, 26 January 2019 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Wednesday, 23 January 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 19 January 2019 BSANA Winter Spruce Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street We offer a free disposal service from 10am to 2pm. If you have anything you want to get rid of BSANA will pick it up and get rid of it for you – no charge. You can play a vital part in our neighbourhood’s success by: > Contacting us about rubbish for collection. > Volunteering to help with our rubbish collection service. > Working with us to tidy front gardens (even your own!). > Hoeing and gardening on the weekend. We can take mattresses, furniture, most electrical goods, metal. Sorry, we can’t take fridges / freezers, TV’s / monitors, household waste, excessive green waste. To arrange a collection, to volunteer, or for more information, contact: spruceup@bsana.org or phone Paul on 07380 297 250.

	Wednesday, 16 January 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 15 January 2019 BSANA Open Management Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the current situation and future plans for BSANA. You are welcome to come along.

	Monday, 14 January 2019 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. This month’s book: “Earthquake Bird”

	Wednesday, 9 January 2019 Zumba Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 15 December 2018 BSANA hosts Festive Party with food, drink and music at the Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join BSANA for a fun festive karaoke party! Lots of great music, songs to sing, and meet your neighbours. This is a time for coming together and this is the perfect opportunity. Free buffet and first drink for all BSANA residents.

	Monday, 10 December 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. Book: The book of lost things

	Saturday, 24 November 2018 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Saturday, 17 November 2018 BSANA Breakfast Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street BSANA and Bench Rest invite you to join us to the first of a series of foodie sessions covering nutritious, lip smacking and yet very accessible dishes. Using seasonal ingredients, we’ll go through different breakfast alternatives to make the first meal of the day some really to look forward to. You will spend a morning sampling food, socialising with your neighbours and giving your own twists to the proposed recipes. All levels and dietary requirements welcome!

	Friday, 16 November 2018 BSANA hosts Kick up your heels at the Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill The Baker Street Area Neighbourhood Association invites you to come along and KICK UP YOUR HEELS !! with an exciting new band in our on-going Jazz night series

	Tuesday, 13 November 2018 BSANA Open Management Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the current situation and future plans for BSANA. You are welcome to come along. The agenda for the meeting is available here.

	Monday, 12 November 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. Book: Burial Rites

	Saturday, 3 November 2018 BSANA Winter Planting on the IDR Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: Planters on the IDR / Oxford Road bridge The planters on the bridge are seen by lots of people and greatly appreciated. Meet here to put in plants for the winter to brighten them for the festive season. All welcome. If you have them, bring a trowel and wear gloves, but you are welcome even if you don’t have them.

	Thursday, 1 November 2018 BSANA Garden Centre Trip Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm. Venue: Pick up from your home, or the BSANA notice board This is a great time to gather plants and other items for the winter season. We are organising a trip to Dobbies Garden Centre. We can pick up from the BSANA notice board on Baker Street (or from your home if you live in the BSANA area), take you to Dobbies where you are free to wander around and see what’s on offer. There is absolutely no obligation to buy anything. There will also be tea and coffee in the café, and we will regather to take you all home (dropping you off at your house for BSANA residents).

	Saturday, 27 October 2018 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Sunday, 21 October 2018 Reading Repair Café Time: 12:30pm – 4:30pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Get help to repair a wide range of items covering areas such as: Electronics Mechanical items Computers (hardware/software) Toys/Furniture Clothing/Textiles Tool sharpening In fact, if it’s broken, bring it along and we are sure to have a go or at least provide some advice about what your best course of action might be. You’re also welcome to come along with repairs you want to do yourself or craft projects you’re working on and you’ll find a friendly helpful bunch ready to welcome you. The event is run entirely by volunteers and anyone can pop in! Everything is free, but we encourage donations to ensure we can keep running repair cafe in future.

	Friday, 19 October 2018 BSANA hosts Nick Stephenson Music at the Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Drawing inspiration from the likes of Freddie Mercury, Kate Bush, Elvis Costello, Richard Thompson and Father John Misty, London-based singer/songwriter Nick Stephenson has played at Glastonbury Festival, The Isle of Wight Festival and Secret Garden Party. Appearing, for one night only, at the Castle Tap. Free entrance. Free drink for all BSANA residents.

	Monday, 8 October 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. Book: Shadow

	Thursday, 4 October 2018 BSANA Hosier Street Development meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the planned development for the area including the old Council Offices, Broad Street Mall, police station and market). Agenda 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Presentation of our evaluation of the Hosier Street Area Outline Development Framework

	Saturday, 29 September 2018 BSANA Be your own inhouse master sushi chef!! Time: 1:00pm – 3:30pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Always wanted to know how to make sushi … but you wouldn’t know where to start? Come along and find out all about the mysteries of making sushi! Just bring yourself – supplies included. You must confirm by Wednesday 17th January to sushi@bsana.org Event Cancelled

	Saturday, 29 September 2018 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Monday, 17 September 2018 BSANA Hosier Street Development meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the planned development for the area including the old Council Offices, Broad Street Mall, police station and market).

	Saturday, 15 September 2018 Heritage Open Day Time: 10:15am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Pavilion, Oxford Road (bottom of Russell Street) This brisk walking tour (max 18 people – 90 minutes) of the Conservation Area, takes you to the west of the Inner Distribution Road and will cover the Georgian and Victorian development of Reading as well as how the earlier historic street lines have defined the layout today. There is an opportunity to view an old photo archive of the area. If you are booked onto the tour, it will start at the Oasis at 10:15. Otherwise just come along to the Pavilion any time from 10:15 onwards.

	Friday, 14 September 2018 BSANA hosts Drum 4 Fun at the Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Drum4fun is a new community drum circle venture run by Kate Cooper, a gigging musician, ukulele group facilitator and performer from Reading. It’s fun, it’s noisy, it’s good for you! Truly inclusive fun and exciting drum circle experiences for everyone. Come meet your fellow neighbours and maybe make new friends. Complimentary drink for all BSANA residents. (non alcoholic options also available)

	Wednesday, 12 September 2018 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is weclome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Tuesday, 11 September 2018 BSANA Open Management Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR An open meeting to discuss the current situation and future plans for BSANA. You are welcome to come along. Rosehill Room

	Monday, 10 September 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. Book: Beatrice

	Thursday, 6 September 2018 Heritage Open Day Time: 1:45pm – 3:30pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street This brisk walking tour (max 18 people – 90 minutes) of the Conservation Area, takes you to the west of the Inner Distribution Road and will cover the Georgian and Victorian development of Reading as well as how the earlier historic street lines have defined the layout today. There is an opportunity to view an old photo archive of the area. This tour is now full. If you are booked onto the tour, it will start at the Oasis at 13:45. Otherwise just come along to the Oasis any time from 13:45 onwards.

	Wednesday, 22 August 2018 Family Activities at the Pavilion 2018 Time: 11:30am – 2:30pm. Venue: The Pavilion, Oxford Road (bottom of Russell Street) A great day for children of all ages. THEME: Fairytales and movies Come in fancy dress for a prize!!!

	Tuesday, 14 August 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. Note: For this month, it’s Tuesday instead of Monday. Book: World’s Wife

	Monday, 13 August 2018 Conservation Street Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR Reading Borough Council has developed a draft framework for development of the old council offices (as well as the market, Broad Street Mall and police station). The aim of this initial meeting is to get a small group of people together to come up with a plan of action to engage with not only RBC, but a wider audience e.g. BSANA residents.

	Wednesday, 25 July 2018 BSANA AGM Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street We would like to cordially invite you to our annual AGM meeting. To entice you this year we’ll be having one of our fabulous (always halal) BBQ’s along with the event! So – don’t cook- bring the family along- and have a great evening catching up with the neighbours! Grab your food from 6:30pm and at 7pm, there will be a brief business update, voting Committee members in, a quick version of our annual “State of the Neighbourhood Address.” There will be a chance for you to voice your opinions – good or bad – about the neighbourhood and community events. Councillor Tony Page will be along to give us a quick update on “all things Reading” and field a question or two! BSANA is generously funded by the People’s Health Trust, but we need your ideas on how best to spend funds to benefit our community and coming together as neighbours. This is the perfect chance to weigh in on ideas you have to improve activities and events that make a difference to our community. Therefore, we cannot stress this enough, it is vital that we see you there! So, please come join us and help us continue to be the best neighbourhood association in Reading! Last but not least! We would like to invite you in honouring our neighbour, Mayor Mohammed Ayub, for a year of outstanding service to the town. Are you motivated to do more? Be a committee member, or help run an event or two? Please drop a note to committee@bsana.org prior to the meeting as we have positions available and are looking for a Treasurer, Newsletter Editor, Green Streets Committee Chair and a Community Liaison Officer! Come along and make a difference! The meeting is open to anyone within the BSANA area.

	Saturday, 21 July 2018 BSANA Summer Spruce Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street We are offering a free disposal service from 10am to 3pm. If you have anything you want to get rid of BSANA will pick it up and get rid of it for you – no charge. You can play a vital part in our neighbourhood’s success by: > Contacting us about rubbish for collection. > Volunteering to help with our rubbish collection service. > Working with us to tidy front gardens (even your own!). > Hoeing and gardening on the weekend. We can take mattresses, furniture, most electrical goods, metal. Sorry, we can’t take fridges / freezers, TV’s / monitors, household waste, excessive green waste. To arrange a collection, to volunteer, or for more information, contact: spruceup@bsana.org or text Sam on 07557 957 462.

	Friday, 13 July 2018 BSANA hosts Jerome Live at The Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Jerome is an incredible vocalist who has a wide range of songs in his repertoire. His stage presence and varied vocals will entertain and excite everyone. You’ll be tapping your feet and you might even join in the singing! Come meet your fellow neighbours and maybe make new friends. Complimentry drink for all BSANA residents. (non alcoholic options also available)

	Monday, 9 July 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month. Book: Yellow Sun

	Wednesday, 4 July 2018 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, 522 Oxford Road The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is welcome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Sunday, 1 July 2018 BSANA Street Party Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (between Carey Street and Howard Street) This is the big one. We close off Baker Street, from Carey Street/Zinzan Street along to Howard Street/Body Road and have a party. Please bring along some food for us all to share. We will provide (soft) drinks, cutlery and crockery. There will be chairs and tables so you can eat your food, chat to your neighbours and enjoy the sunshine. There will also be activities such as live music, Zumba, martial arts, bouncy castle, swingball, and the regular BSANA quiz! Opens at Noon.

	Saturday, 30 June 2018 BSANA Street Party setup Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Preparation for the Street Party

	Saturday, 30 June 2018 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Monday, 11 June 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month.

	Saturday, 26 May 2018 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Wednesday, 23 May 2018 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is weclome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Saturday, 19 May 2018 BSANA Royal Wedding Barbecue Time: 11:30am – 2:00pm. Venue: The Oasis Car Park (entrance on Carey Street) Harry and Meghan are getting married on Saturday 19th May – and the whole world will be celebrating! Join in with the festivities with our Royal Wedding Barbecue.

	Monday, 14 May 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month.

	Saturday, 12 May 2018 BSANA Summer Planting on the IDR Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm. Venue: Planters on the IDR / Oxford Road bridge Did you know that the planters on the Oxford Road bridge over the IDR were sponsored by BSANA and built by the Reading Association for the Blind? We have been putting bulbs to flower throughout the year. This time it’s our planting ready for this summer. Please come along and give us a hand. All welcome. If you have them, bring a trowel and wear gloves, but you are welcome even if you don’t have them.

	Friday, 11 May 2018 BSANA hosts Happy as Larry Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Happy as Larry is the new act by Richard Green, an acoustic guitarist that’s been kicking around Reading’s open mic scene for over 15 years. Now coming to the Castle Tap, Castle Hill, Reading with a night of easy listening music that everybody can enjoy. Come meet your fellow neighbours and maybe make new friends. Complimentary drink for all BSANA residents. (non alcoholic options also available)

	Thursday, 10 May 2018 BSANA Trip Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street Dobbies

	Saturday, 28 April 2018 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Saturday, 21 April 2018 Meet the MP Time: 12:30pm – 3:30pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street A chance to meet our new MP, Matt Rodda, hear the current situation and ask him any questions. Tea, Coffee, Waffles and cakes

	Monday, 9 April 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month.

	Thursday, 5 April 2018 Neighbourhood Watch Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Recently, in response to increased reports of crime and anti- social behaviour in the area, BSANA has been working with the Thames Valley Police and the Oxford Road NAG to set up a Neighbourhood Watch in the BSANA area, east of Russell Street to the IDR. Leaflets in English, Nepalese and Polish have been distributed to properties in the area and we have had a good response. If you have not seen or received a leaflet, please do join us regardless. We would like to invite you to the first meeting of this group on Wednesday 25 October from 7:30-9pm at the Reading Association for the Blind on Carey Street near the intersection of Castle Hill. There will be tea and biscuits. If you are unable to make the meeting, but are interested in knowing more or becoming active in this effort, we urge you to contact safestreets@bsana.org or liz.herbert@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk for more details . To note, there is already an on-going Neighbourhood Watch in the BSANA area west of Russell Street- and if you’d like to know more about that, again, please email either of the above addresses for more information.

	Wednesday, 28 March 2018 Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Salvation Army, 522 Oxford Road The Oxford Road Safer Neighbourhood Forum is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007 (originally called the NAG), that deals with key police and safety issues that have been identified by the community. Anyone is welcome to attend and, if you want, raise any policing or safety issues for the area (in our case those living on or near the Oxford Road in Reading – in Abbey and Battle wards). Representatives from Thames Valley Police normally attend and give a general update on policing in the area as well as addressing any specific concerns (without giving out confidential information on current operations).

	Saturday, 24 March 2018 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Friday, 16 March 2018 Amber and the Professors Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill We would like to warmly invite you to our Jazz café event, with Amber and the Professors. Amber is the lead soloist with her Professors as a great back up to her charms. Amber’s first training was with the Berkshire Young Musicians’ Trust where she studied singing and trumpet. She moved on to a scholarship with the renowned choir of King’s College London, and has performed at several prestgious venues in Britain, as well as France, Russia, and Italy. Amber & the Professors are fresh on the scene, performing classic swing/jazz and recent tunes with a vintage twist. We’re thrilled to bring her and her merry gang to you for a winter’s evening respite! Check them out at: http:// ambernunn.com/amber-the-professors/ So, come on down, introduce yourself, take a turn on the floor with a neighbour and have a wonderful evening with us!

	Saturday, 3 March 2018 Reading Rescue Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street A day to clean-up our “green/open space” areas in our neighbourhood. In cooperation with Reading Borough Council. Everyone is welcome to help make our area a nicer place to live in. This event has been cancelled due to the snow

	Monday, 26 February 2018 Castle Neighbourhood Book Club Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Join us for reading and discussing a book each month.

	Saturday, 24 February 2018 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Saturday, 27 January 2018 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Friday, 26 January 2018 BSANA hosts Kick up your heels at the Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill The Baker Street Area Neighbourhood Association invites you to come along and KICK UP YOUR HEELS !! with an exciting new band in our on-going Jazz night series

	Saturday, 20 January 2018 BSANA Be your own inhouse master sushi chef!! Time: 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Always wanted to know how to make sushi … but you wouldn’t know where to start? Come along and find out all about the mysteries of making sushi! Just bring yourself – supplies included. You must confirm by Wednesday 17th January to sushi@bsana.org You must confirm by Wednesday 17th January to sushi@bsana.org

	Sunday, 10 December 2017 BSANA Winter Wonderland Traditional Tea Dance Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Come as you are (or wear a bit of spacrkle if you wish!) and bring the family and neighbours along for what promises to be a truly memorable event with a sparkly welcome drink and full traditional afternoon tea … then feel free to take a spin on the floor with Amber and the Professors.

	Monday, 4 December 2017 Whispers of Better Things Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill You are invited to the launch of Whispers of Better Things Green Belts to National Trust. How the Hill family changed the world by Duncan Mackay, published by the Two Rivers Press. With a short talk by the author at 8pm followed by book signings and sales. Complimentary mulled wine and nibbles.

	Friday, 1 December 2017 RAB’s Christmas Fair Time: 10:30am – 1:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Come along to buy your Christmas gifts and treats and support the work of Reading Association for the Blind. Christmas refreshments available throughout the morning.

	Thursday, 30 November 2017 Champions to End Loneliness Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Battle Library, 420 Oxford Road Neighbourhood Action Group (NAG) is part of a force wide initiative that was established by Thames Valley Police in 2007, that deals with key issues that have been identified by the community after consultation. NAGs are volunteer working groups made up of representatives from the community. These will include local residents, the Police, Reading Borough Council and other organisations, such as local businesses, community groups, Neighbourhood Watch Groups (NHW), schools and other voluntary organisations.

	Saturday, 18 November 2017 BSANA DIY Saturday Time: 12:00pm – 4:30pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Saturday Afternoon: Two great events – Get something repaired and too. Reading Repair Café is coming to our neighbourhood. Come along and get help / learn to repair your things. We have repairing volunteers who help to repair Computers / IT related things Electronics and mechanical items Furniture, toys, clothes and other textiles Bikes Blunt and broken tools and more. It’s all about learning/sharing new skills, meeting new people and giving your broken items a new lease of life, sending fewer things to landfill and reducing the need to buy more stuff! There is also cake, tea and coffee, prepared by lovely volunteers. So pop in for a cuppa to see what’s what. Everything is free, but donations are welcome! Build Your own Pizza for kiddies and adults alike. We’ll have ready to go crusts and fixin’s of all sorts to pop a really great pizza into the oven (whilst you repair your goods).

	Saturday, 4 November 2017 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Thursday, 2 November 2017 Amber and the Professors Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill We would like to warmly invite you to our Jazz café event, with Amber and the Professors. Amber is the lead soloist with her Professors as a great back up to her charms. Amber’s first training was with the Berkshire Young Musicians’ Trust where she studied singing and trumpet. She moved on to a scholarship with the renowned choir of King’s College London, and has performed at several prestgious venues in Britain, as well as France, Russia, and Italy. Amber & the Professors are fresh on the scene, performing classic swing/jazz and recent tunes with a vintage twist. We’re thrilled to bring her and her merry gang to you for a winter’s evening respite! Check them out at: http:// ambernunn.com/amber-the-professors/ So, come on down, introduce yourself, take a turn on the floor with a neighbour and have a wonderful evening with us! Sorry – This event has been cancelled

	Monday, 30 October 2017 BSANA All things apple Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill do come and join us for … a warm and cozy autumn evening tasting with your BSANA neighbours and friends. Includes: 6 cider and apple themed food pairings. Cost: £5 per person. You must book and pay in advance (seating is limited…). Tickets can be purchased at the Castle Tap or by email at appletime@bsana.org

	Saturday, 28 October 2017 BSANA Summer Planting on the IDR Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm. Venue: Planters on the IDR / Oxford Road bridge Did you know that the planters on the Oxford Road bridge over the IDR were sponsored by BSANA and built by the Reading Association for the Blind? We have been putting bulbs to flower throughout the year. This time it’s our planting ready for this summer. Please come along and give us a hand. All welcome. If you have them, bring a trowel and wear gloves, but you are welcome even if you don’t have them.

	Friday, 20 October 2017 BSANA hosts Kick up your heels at the Castle Tap Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill The Baker Street Area Neighbourhood Association invites you to come along and KICK UP YOUR HEELS !! with an exciting new band in our on-going Jazz night series First drink free to BSANA residents!

	Saturday, 9 September 2017 BSANA Summer Spruce Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street We are offering a free disposal service from 10am to 3pm. If you have anything you want to get rid of BSANA will pick it up and get rid of it for you – no charge. You can play a vital part in our neighbourhood’s success by: > Contacting us about rubbish for collection. > Volunteering to help with our rubbish collection service. > Working with us to tidy front gardens (even your own!). > Hoeing and gardening on the weekend. We can take mattresses, furniture, most electrical goods, metal. Sorry, we can’t take fridges / freezers, TV’s / monitors, household waste, excessive green waste. To arrange a collection, to volunteer, or for more information, contact: spruceup@bsana.org or text Sam on 07557 957 462.

	Saturday, 2 September 2017 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Friday, 11 August 2017 Amber and the Professors Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill We would like to warmly invite you to our Jazz café event, with Amber and the Professors. Amber is the lead soloist with her Professors as a great back up to her charms. Amber’s first training was with the Berkshire Young Musicians’ Trust where she studied singing and trumpet. She moved on to a scholarship with the renowned choir of King’s College London, and has performed at several prestgious venues in Britain, as well as France, Russia, and Italy. Amber & the Professors are fresh on the scene, performing classic swing/jazz and recent tunes with a vintage twist. We’re thrilled to bring her and her merry gang to you for a winter’s evening respite! Check them out at: http:// ambernunn.com/amber-the-professors/ So, come on down, introduce yourself, take a turn on the floor with a neighbour and have a wonderful evening with us!

	Sunday, 2 July 2017 BSANA Street Party Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (between Carey Street and Howard Street) This is the big one. We close off Baker Street, from Carey Street/Zinzan Street along to Howard Street/Body Road and have a party. Please bring along some food for us all to share. We will provide (soft) drinks, cutlery and crockery. There will be chairs and tables so you can eat your food, chat to your neighbours and enjoy the sunshine. There will also be activities such as live music, Zumba, martial arts, bouncy castle, swingball, and the regular BSANA quiz! Opens at Noon.

	Thursday, 22 June 2017 Tai Chi Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Bangasumnida: Greetings! New Tai Chi classes are every other week. Body & Brain Yoga and Ki Gong is rooted in Korean Taoist tradition which develops the full potential of the brain, eliminates stress, and revitalises the body. Through physical training we release deep tensions, strengthen and detox the body, and develop flexibility. This allows our bodies and minds to become happy, healthy and peaceful. The classes are focussed in Yoga, Ki Gong, Meditation and Vibration and combine East Asian healing and energy philosophies. These classes are for young and old, the able and the not so able. The aim is not to become super fit, or to gain the perfect physique but to simply focus on what is really important: your health. We are hoping to host these classes on a long-term basis, but we’ll need a good attendance to keep them running. So get excited and bring a friend! For BSANA residents, we are reducing the £8 per class to just £3! Be quick and register by emailing BSANA at taichi@bsana.org Clothing: comfortable, come as you are! We look forward to seeing you there!

	Friday, 16 June 2017 Amber and the Professors Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill We would like to warmly invite you to our Jazz café event, with Amber and the Professors. Amber is the lead soloist with her Professors as a great back up to her charms. Amber’s first training was with the Berkshire Young Musicians’ Trust where she studied singing and trumpet. She moved on to a scholarship with the renowned choir of King’s College London, and has performed at several prestgious venues in Britain, as well as France, Russia, and Italy. Amber & the Professors are fresh on the scene, performing classic swing/jazz and recent tunes with a vintage twist. We’re thrilled to bring her and her merry gang to you for a winter’s evening respite! Check them out at: http:// ambernunn.com/amber-the-professors/ So, come on down, introduce yourself, take a turn on the floor with a neighbour and have a wonderful evening with us!

	Thursday, 15 June 2017 Tai Chi Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Bangasumnida: Greetings! New Tai Chi classes are every other week. Body & Brain Yoga and Ki Gong is rooted in Korean Taoist tradition which develops the full potential of the brain, eliminates stress, and revitalises the body. Through physical training we release deep tensions, strengthen and detox the body, and develop flexibility. This allows our bodies and minds to become happy, healthy and peaceful. The classes are focussed in Yoga, Ki Gong, Meditation and Vibration and combine East Asian healing and energy philosophies. These classes are for young and old, the able and the not so able. The aim is not to become super fit, or to gain the perfect physique but to simply focus on what is really important: your health. We are hoping to host these classes on a long-term basis, but we’ll need a good attendance to keep them running. So get excited and bring a friend! For BSANA residents, we are reducing the £8 per class to just £3! Be quick and register by emailing BSANA at taichi@bsana.org Clothing: comfortable, come as you are! We look forward to seeing you there! Extra session!

	Thursday, 8 June 2017 Tai Chi Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Bangasumnida: Greetings! New Tai Chi classes are every other week. Body & Brain Yoga and Ki Gong is rooted in Korean Taoist tradition which develops the full potential of the brain, eliminates stress, and revitalises the body. Through physical training we release deep tensions, strengthen and detox the body, and develop flexibility. This allows our bodies and minds to become happy, healthy and peaceful. The classes are focussed in Yoga, Ki Gong, Meditation and Vibration and combine East Asian healing and energy philosophies. These classes are for young and old, the able and the not so able. The aim is not to become super fit, or to gain the perfect physique but to simply focus on what is really important: your health. We are hoping to host these classes on a long-term basis, but we’ll need a good attendance to keep them running. So get excited and bring a friend! For BSANA residents, we are reducing the £8 per class to just £3! Be quick and register by emailing BSANA at taichi@bsana.org Clothing: comfortable, come as you are! We look forward to seeing you there!

	Sunday, 28 May 2017 BSANA Summer Planting on the IDR Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm. Venue: Planters on the IDR / Oxford Road bridge Did you know that the planters on the Oxford Road bridge over the IDR were sponsored by BSANA and built by the Reading Association for the Blind? We have been putting bulbs to flower throughout the year. This time it’s our planting ready for this summer. Please come along and give us a hand. All welcome. If you have them, bring a trowel and wear gloves, but you are welcome even if you don’t have them.

	Thursday, 25 May 2017 Tai Chi Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Bangasumnida: Greetings! New Tai Chi classes are every other week. Body & Brain Yoga and Ki Gong is rooted in Korean Taoist tradition which develops the full potential of the brain, eliminates stress, and revitalises the body. Through physical training we release deep tensions, strengthen and detox the body, and develop flexibility. This allows our bodies and minds to become happy, healthy and peaceful. The classes are focussed in Yoga, Ki Gong, Meditation and Vibration and combine East Asian healing and energy philosophies. These classes are for young and old, the able and the not so able. The aim is not to become super fit, or to gain the perfect physique but to simply focus on what is really important: your health. We are hoping to host these classes on a long-term basis, but we’ll need a good attendance to keep them running. So get excited and bring a friend! For BSANA residents, we are reducing the £8 per class to just £3! Be quick and register by emailing BSANA at taichi@bsana.org Clothing: comfortable, come as you are! We look forward to seeing you there!

	Tuesday, 23 May 2017 BSANA AGM Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street We would like to cordially invite you to our annual AGM meeting. To entice you this year we’ll be having one of our fabulous (always halal) BBQ’s along with the event! So – don’t cook- bring the family along- and have a great evening catching up with the neighbours! Grab your food from 6:30pm and at 7pm, there will be a brief business update, voting Committee members in, a quick version of our annual “State of the Neighbourhood Address.” There will be a chance for you to voice your opinions – good or bad – about the neighbourhood and community events. Councillor Tony Page will be along to give us a quick update on “all things Reading” and field a question or two! BSANA is generously funded by the People’s Health Trust, but we need your ideas on how best to spend funds to benefit our community and coming together as neighbours. This is the perfect chance to weigh in on ideas you have to improve activities and events that make a difference to our community. Therefore, we cannot stress this enough, it is vital that we see you there! So, please come join us and help us continue to be the best neighbourhood association in Reading! Last but not least! We would like to invite you in honouring our neighbour, Mayor Mohammed Ayub, for a year of outstanding service to the town. Are you motivated to do more? Be a committee member, or help run an event or two? Please drop a note to committee@bsana.org prior to the meeting as we have positions available and are looking for a Treasurer, Newsletter Editor, Green Streets Committee Chair and a Community Liaison Officer! Come along and make a difference! The meeting is open to anyone within the BSANA area.

	Thursday, 11 May 2017 Tai Chi Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Bangasumnida: Greetings! New Tai Chi classes are every other week. Body & Brain Yoga and Ki Gong is rooted in Korean Taoist tradition which develops the full potential of the brain, eliminates stress, and revitalises the body. Through physical training we release deep tensions, strengthen and detox the body, and develop flexibility. This allows our bodies and minds to become happy, healthy and peaceful. The classes are focussed in Yoga, Ki Gong, Meditation and Vibration and combine East Asian healing and energy philosophies. These classes are for young and old, the able and the not so able. The aim is not to become super fit, or to gain the perfect physique but to simply focus on what is really important: your health. We are hoping to host these classes on a long-term basis, but we’ll need a good attendance to keep them running. So get excited and bring a friend! For BSANA residents, we are reducing the £8 per class to just £3! Be quick and register by emailing BSANA at taichi@bsana.org Clothing: comfortable, come as you are! We look forward to seeing you there!

	Saturday, 6 May 2017 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Wednesday, 3 May 2017 Conservation Area Meeting Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Open discussion on the Russell Street / Castle Hill Conservation area, with a chance to buy your own drinks at the bar.

	Saturday, 29 April 2017 BSANA Spring Fling Time: 2:00pm – 4:30pm. Venue: Chatham Place, Oxford Road Join local Neighbourhood Association BSANA (www.bsana.org) for their Spring Fling community event located by the green in Chatham Place, Oxford Rd and learn how to dance around a maypole. Children and their families are invited to join jelly artists for a free spring flower crown workshop from 2pm. Learn how to make tissue paper flowers and turn them into crowns and garlands. Flower hair crowns were traditionally worn in celebration of May Day and welcoming the spring/summer season. Join BSANA to dance around the maypole in your new colourful creations. Nibbles provided by Nomad Bakery.

	Thursday, 27 April 2017 Tai Chi Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Bangasumnida: Greetings! New Tai Chi classes are every other week. Body & Brain Yoga and Ki Gong is rooted in Korean Taoist tradition which develops the full potential of the brain, eliminates stress, and revitalises the body. Through physical training we release deep tensions, strengthen and detox the body, and develop flexibility. This allows our bodies and minds to become happy, healthy and peaceful. The classes are focussed in Yoga, Ki Gong, Meditation and Vibration and combine East Asian healing and energy philosophies. These classes are for young and old, the able and the not so able. The aim is not to become super fit, or to gain the perfect physique but to simply focus on what is really important: your health. We are hoping to host these classes on a long-term basis, but we’ll need a good attendance to keep them running. So get excited and bring a friend! For BSANA residents, we are reducing the £8 per class to just £3! Be quick and register by emailing BSANA at taichi@bsana.org Clothing: comfortable, come as you are! We look forward to seeing you there!

	Thursday, 13 April 2017 Tai Chi Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Bangasumnida: Greetings! New Tai Chi classes are every other week. Body & Brain Yoga and Ki Gong is rooted in Korean Taoist tradition which develops the full potential of the brain, eliminates stress, and revitalises the body. Through physical training we release deep tensions, strengthen and detox the body, and develop flexibility. This allows our bodies and minds to become happy, healthy and peaceful. The classes are focussed in Yoga, Ki Gong, Meditation and Vibration and combine East Asian healing and energy philosophies. These classes are for young and old, the able and the not so able. The aim is not to become super fit, or to gain the perfect physique but to simply focus on what is really important: your health. We are hoping to host these classes on a long-term basis, but we’ll need a good attendance to keep them running. So get excited and bring a friend! For BSANA residents, we are reducing the £8 per class to just £3! Be quick and register by emailing BSANA at taichi@bsana.org Clothing: comfortable, come as you are! We look forward to seeing you there!

	Sunday, 9 April 2017 BSANA Heritage Day 2017 Time: 12:00pm – 4:45pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Have a walkabout in the neighbourhood with our new book designed for children and adults to take a fun and insightful look: Exploring Where We Live Meet from 2pm at the Oasis for a 2:30pm departure to get in with a group for an hour (and a bit) tour of our fascinating neighbourhood! Back for tea by 4pm, meet the book’s author and have a chat and survey about the new first draft of the Russell Street—Castle Hill Conservation Area Reappraisal. See leaflet insert for details of the consultation on the reappraisal. Did you know… * where refugee Catholic priests escaped from the French Revolution? * where jockeys for Reading’s horse racing used to meet? * where iron bars prevented children falling out of a nursery window? * where a pioneer of photography had his studio in the 1840s? You’re about to discover a whole lot more about this part of Reading! … from the fascinating history of many local buildings to the varied architectural styles of this neighbourhood. The official booklet launch.

	Saturday, 11 March 2017 Reading Rescue Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street A day to clean-up our “green/open space” areas in our neighbourhood. In cooperation with Reading Borough Council. Everyone is welcome to help make our area a nicer place to live in.

	Saturday, 4 March 2017 Artisan Community Food Fair Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Eat Local – Love Local Celebrate great food from local producers. * Delicious Jams * * Vegan Goodies * * Fudge & Confectionery * * American Pancakes * * Bread & Bakes & more *

	Friday, 17 February 2017 Amber and the Professors Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill We would like to warmly invite you to our Jazz café event, with Amber and the Professors. Amber is the lead soloist with her Professors as a great back up to her charms. Amber’s first training was with the Berkshire Young Musicians’ Trust where she studied singing and trumpet. She moved on to a scholarship with the renowned choir of King’s College London, and has performed at several prestgious venues in Britain, as well as France, Russia, and Italy. Amber & the Professors are fresh on the scene, performing classic swing/jazz and recent tunes with a vintage twist. We’re thrilled to bring her and her merry gang to you for a winter’s evening respite! Check them out at: http:// ambernunn.com/amber-the-professors/ So, come on down, introduce yourself, take a turn on the floor with a neighbour and have a wonderful evening with us!

	Thursday, 15 December 2016 BSANA Festive party Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street A great evening, with music and lots of food and (non alcoholic) drink.

	Saturday, 3 December 2016 BSANA Festive Treats Baking Class Time: 1:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Surprise your loved ones this festive season with some sweet delicacies from Sweden made by you! A baking class where you will learn about and taste Swedish pastries. You will go home with some recipes and your own pastries. All levels welcome! Saturday 3rd of December from 1 (aprox. till 5 pm) in The Oasis.

	Saturday, 26 November 2016 BSANA Supper Club Time: 7:45pm – 9:45pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street We very excited about this idea. We are starting a new Supper Club in the Baker Street Area and everyone is welcome to join! The idea is very simple, every couple of months our friends and neighbours Laura & Josep from Pop-up Reading will be designing a menu based on one of our resident’s life experience, they will let us know the theme but final dishes will remain secret, so you will get to discover flavours and your fellow neighbours at the same time. To show you how it will work they are starting with themselves as guinea pigs with a menu called Abruzzo to Veneto, which tells the story Laura’s Italian roots.

	Monday, 31 October 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 24 October 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 22 October 2016 BSANA Winter Planting on the IDR Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: Planters on the IDR / Oxford Road bridge The planters on the bridge are seen by lots of people and greatly appreciated. Meet here to put in plants for the winter to brighten them for the festive season. All welcome. If you have them, bring a trowel and wear gloves, but you are welcome even if you don’t have them.

	Monday, 17 October 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 10 October 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 8 October 2016 BSANA Afternoon Barbecue Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Venue: The Oasis Car Park (entrance on Carey Street) Get ready for our rain-or-shine afternoon. This BBQ is being held for 2 big reasons: * to give a big thanks to all the Reading Rescue volunteers, AND * to help raise money for a neighbour in need who recently lost everything in a fire in Marshall Close. There will be: * Raffle prizes – the chance to make a donation to a worthy cause * Delicious halal meat and vegetarian options being served * The best neighbours in Reading!

	Saturday, 8 October 2016 Reading Rescue Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street A day to clean-up our “green/open space” areas in our neighbourhood. In cooperation with Reading Borough Council. Everyone is welcome to help make our area a nicer place to live in.

	Monday, 3 October 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Thursday, 29 September 2016 BSANA Pie and Ale Time: 7:30pm – 10:30pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Pie & Ale evening at the Castle Tap

	Monday, 26 September 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 19 September 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 12 September 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 5 September 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 29 August 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 22 August 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 15 August 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 8 August 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 2 August 2016 BSANA Bingo & Tea Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Relaxing afternoon with Bingo (with prizes) and afternoon tea and cakes. Free for local residents.

	Monday, 1 August 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 25 July 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 18 July 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 18 July 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 16 July 2016 BSANA Summer Spruce Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street We are offering a free disposal service from 10am to 3pm. If you have anything you want to get rid of BSANA will pick it up and get rid of it for you – no charge. You can play a vital part in our neighbourhood’s success by: > Contacting us about rubbish for collection. > Volunteering to help with our rubbish collection service. > Working with us to tidy front gardens (even your own!). > Hoeing and gardening on the weekend. We can take mattresses, furniture, most electrical goods, metal. Sorry, we can’t take fridges / freezers, TV’s / monitors, household waste, excessive green waste. To arrange a collection, to volunteer, or for more information, contact: spruceup@bsana.org or text Sam on 07557 957 462.

	Thursday, 14 July 2016 BSANA Barbecue Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Venue: The Oasis Car Park (entrance on Carey Street) The annual BSANA Barbecue. With Halal Chicken and vegetarian food, soft drinks and a chat. Free to BSANA residents.

	Monday, 11 July 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Friday, 8 July 2016 BSANA Bingo & Tea Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Relaxing afternoon with Bingo (with prizes) and afternoon tea and cakes. Free for local residents.

	Monday, 27 June 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 25 June 2016 BSANA DIY Pizza Party Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street BSANA invites you to DIY Pizza Party. A family fun event for adults and kids to get creative with pizza shapes and toppings. Exclusive for Baker Street Areas neighbours this session aims at promoting creativity, introducing kids to new food flavours and textures. AND none the least, for everyone to have a good time!

	Monday, 20 June 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 13 June 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 6 June 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Sunday, 5 June 2016 BSANA Street Party Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (between Carey Street and Howard Street) This is the big one. We close off Baker Street, from Carey Street/Zinzan Street along to Howard Street/Body Road and have a party. Please bring along some food for us all to share. We will provide (soft) drinks, cutlery and crockery. There will be chairs and tables so you can eat your food, chat to your neighbours and enjoy the sunshine. There will also be activities such as live music, Zumba, martial arts, bouncy castle, swingball, and the regular BSANA quiz! Opens at Noon.

	Saturday, 4 June 2016 BSANA Summer Planting on the IDR Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm. Venue: Planters on the IDR / Oxford Road bridge Did you know that the planters on the Oxford Road bridge over the IDR were sponsored by BSANA and built by the Reading Association for the Blind? We have been putting bulbs to flower throughout the year. This time it’s our planting ready for this summer. Please come along and give us a hand. All welcome. If you have them, bring a trowel and wear gloves, but you are welcome even if you don’t have them.

	Friday, 3 June 2016 BSANA Trip Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street Dobbies

	Monday, 30 May 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 23 May 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 16 May 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 9 May 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Wednesday, 4 May 2016 BSANA Barbecue Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Venue: The Oasis Car Park (entrance on Carey Street) The annual BSANA Barbecue. With Halal Chicken and vegetarian food, soft drinks and a chat. Free to BSANA residents. Our apologies, this event is cancelled

	Tuesday, 3 May 2016 BSANA Bingo & Tea Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Relaxing afternoon with Bingo (with prizes) and afternoon tea and cakes. Free for local residents. Our apologies, this event is cancelled

	Monday, 2 May 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 25 April 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Wednesday, 20 April 2016 BSANA AGM Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street We used our AGM to report back on everything we had achieved so far, everything we are currently working on, and some of our ideas for the future. Then we had elections for the committee. The AGM ended with inviting everyone to say something about what we are doing – a chance for all to give feedback.

	Monday, 18 April 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 11 April 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 5 April 2016 BSANA Bingo & Tea Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Relaxing afternoon with Bingo (with prizes) and afternoon tea and cakes. Free for local residents.

	Monday, 4 April 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 28 March 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 22 March 2016 BSANA Wine and Cheese tasting Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Two of Reading’s favourite independent shops join forces to bring us a unique Wine & Cheese night at our neighbourhood pub, The Castle Tap. The winners of 2015 Alt Reading awards- Independent Business of the Year, The Grumpy Goat and the Tasting House, Reading Retail Awards 2015 Nominee and the town’s wine and charcuterie experts. Jack (Tasting House Managing Director) will be leading the evening and teach us how to get lip smacking Wine & Cheese combinations! Join us on this event in The Castle Tap on Monday 30th November from 7pm. Tickets are £5 and need to be booked in advance (limited number available). Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Tickets are available at the Castle Tap, or by calling or texting to SAM at 0755 7957 462. For more info get in touch at wineandcheese@bsana.org

	Monday, 21 March 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 19 March 2016 BSANA Film Night Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Watch a film together The Sound of Music

	Friday, 18 March 2016 World Café: Exploitation Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm. Venue: Penta Hotel, Oxford Road An opportunity to discuss exploitation. Including sexual, drugs and radicalization. Refreshments included

	Monday, 14 March 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 8 March 2016 BSANA Bingo & Tea Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Walford Hall, Carey Street Relaxing afternoon with Bingo (with prizes) and afternoon tea and cakes. Free for local residents.

	Monday, 7 March 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 5 March 2016 Reading Rescue Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street A day to clean-up our “green/open space” areas in our neighbourhood. In cooperation with Reading Borough Council. Everyone is welcome to help make our area a nicer place to live in.

	Monday, 29 February 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 22 February 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 20 February 2016 The Artisan Community Bakery Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street On Saturday 20th February from 7:30 am to 12 pm we will be operating as a pop-up Bakery from The Oasis in the Heart of Baker Street Area (and just 5′ from town centre!). Very proud to tell you all the produce will be organic, sourdough, fair trade and local thanks to the guys from TrueFoods. For us this will be a day of testing recipes so if you feel like it, we will thrilled to take your contribution to help us cover the cost of ingredients. Also…joining us for the event will be The Caversham Jam Lady who will be bringing a range of preserves to sample and buy alongside our loaves. Email: popupreading@gmail.com to preorder a loaf (or two) or just pop by on the day!

	Monday, 15 February 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 8 February 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 1 February 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 25 January 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 18 January 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 11 January 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 4 January 2016 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 21 December 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Tuesday, 15 December 2015 BSANA Festive party Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street A great evening, with music and lots of food and (non alcoholic) drink.

	Monday, 14 December 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 12 December 2015 BSANA Pastry Class: Holiday Pastries from South America Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street Surprise your loved ones this festive season with some sweet delicacies from South America made by you!

	Monday, 7 December 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 30 November 2015 BSANA Wine and Cheese tasting Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm. Venue: Castle Tap, Castle Hill Two of Reading’s favourite independent shops join forces to bring us a unique Wine & Cheese night at our neighbourhood pub, The Castle Tap. The winners of 2015 Alt Reading awards- Independent Business of the Year, The Grumpy Goat and the Tasting House, Reading Retail Awards 2015 Nominee and the town’s wine and charcuterie experts. Jack (Tasting House Managing Director) will be leading the evening and teach us how to get lip smacking Wine & Cheese combinations! Join us on this event in The Castle Tap on Monday 30th November from 7pm. Tickets are £5 and need to be booked in advance (limited number available). Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Tickets are available at the Castle Tap, or by calling or texting to SAM at 0755 7957 462. For more info get in touch at wineandcheese@bsana.org

	Monday, 30 November 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 23 November 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 16 November 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 14 November 2015 BSANA Summer Planting on the IDR Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm. Venue: Planters on the IDR / Oxford Road bridge Did you know that the planters on the Oxford Road bridge over the IDR were sponsored by BSANA and built by the Reading Association for the Blind? We have been putting bulbs to flower throughout the year. This time it’s our planting ready for this summer. Please come along and give us a hand. All welcome. If you have them, bring a trowel and wear gloves, but you are welcome even if you don’t have them.

	Monday, 9 November 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 2 November 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 26 October 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 19 October 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 12 October 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 10 October 2015 Reading Rescue Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street A day to clean-up our “green/open space” areas in our neighbourhood. In cooperation with Reading Borough Council. Everyone is welcome to help make our area a nicer place to live in.

	Saturday, 10 October 2015 BSANA CleanUp with Reading Rescue Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street Together with BSANA members and equipment from Reading Rescue, we can improve our area with another deep litter collection and some gardening

	Monday, 5 October 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 28 September 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 21 September 2015 BSANA Barbecue Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Venue: The Oasis Car Park (entrance on Carey Street) The annual BSANA Barbecue. With Halal Chicken and vegetarian food, soft drinks and a chat. Free to BSANA residents.

	Monday, 21 September 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Monday, 14 September 2015 Zumba Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Venue: Salvation Army, Anstey Road, RG1 7JR A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.

	Saturday, 15 August 2015 BSANA Front Garden Makeover Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street Painting and improving local front gardens in need.

	Saturday, 25 July 2015 BSANA Front Garden Makeover Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street Painting and improving local front gardens in need.

	Wednesday, 22 July 2015 BSANA SGM Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Venue: The Oasis, Baker Street By now, there’s no one in BSANA-ville that doesn’t know we’ve got loads of money to spend around here. As such, with that much money coming in, we have been legally advised to become a charity. We have therefore had to wordsmith our current constitution into a Charity Commission format – and we need to have a Special General Meeting to get the Constitution approved to submit to the Charities Commission. Please come by for a short meeting (as there really is not too much to go over on the finer details of the Constitution itself) but your vote is essential! We’ll also have a brief catch up on the latest BSANA news whilst we’re there. See our Proposed Constitution for details. Come enjoy tea and nibbles with your neighbours (free)!

	Sunday, 19 July 2015 BSANA Yard Sale Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm. Venue: The parking bays opposite the Oasis on Baker Street Anything no longer wanted? Toys? Books? Videos? Furniture? Come find what you need that your neighbour already has! If you wish to sell items you MUST contact BSANA in advance. Email: bootsale@bsana.org or text Sam on 07557 957 462

	Saturday, 18 July 2015 BSANA Summer Spruce Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street We are offering a free disposal service from 10am to 3pm. If you have anything you want to get rid of BSANA will pick it up and get rid of it for you – no charge. You can play a vital part in our neighbourhood’s success by: > Contacting us about rubbish for collection. > Volunteering to help with our rubbish collection service. > Working with us to tidy front gardens (even your own!). > Hoeing and gardening on the weekend. We can take mattresses, furniture, most electrical goods, metal. Sorry, we can’t take fridges / freezers, TV’s / monitors, household waste, excessive green waste. To arrange a collection, to volunteer, or for more information, contact: spruceup@bsana.org or text Sam on 07557 957 462.

	Sunday, 7 June 2015 BSANA Street Party Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm. Venue: Baker Street (between Carey Street and Howard Street) This is the big one. We close off Baker Street, from Carey Street/Zinzan Street along to Howard Street/Body Road and have a party. Please bring along some food for us all to share. We will provide (soft) drinks, cutlery and crockery. There will be chairs and tables so you can eat your food, chat to your neighbours and enjoy the sunshine. There will also be activities such as live music, Zumba, martial arts, bouncy castle, swingball, and the regular BSANA quiz! Opens at Noon.

	Saturday, 28 March 2015 Reading Rescue Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm. Venue: Meet at the BSANA Noticeboard on Baker Street A day to clean-up our “green/open space” areas in our neighbourhood. In cooperation with Reading Borough Council. Everyone is welcome to help make our area a nicer place to live in.