29th November Lee Miller Visiting Picasso Dylan Thomas Centre Swansea

Acclaimed photographer Lee Miller, and surrealist writer Roland Penrose, visited Picasso on many occasions, with Picasso travelling to their home in Sussex in 1950. Miller charted their remarkable friendship from 1937 to Picasso's death in 1973, and this exhibition – which includes images of other members of the international surrealist circle – offers a unique and intimate portrait of life close to Picasso.Telephone Number: 01792463980

Ed Bryne Sat, 26th November, 20:00 – 22:30 The Coliseum Theatre Aberdare

After the massive success of his last show, Different Class, master of observational comedy and star of Mock The Week and Have I Got News For You, Ed Byrne is back with with his new show Crowd Pleaser. Exploring subjects and situations Ed finds frustratingly maddening Crowd Pleaser, is a hilarious insight into Ed’s life. Continuing his quest to turn into a grumpy old man, whether he is talking about his cat, cake, religion or potential fatherhood, Ed is always certain to deliver the laughs in abundance.Warning Adult Material - Over 18's Only. Tickets £20 Call 08000 147 111
http://www.rct-arts.co.uk/

Thu, 24 November 14:00 – 18:30 Aberdare Town Centre

Santa’s Grotto, street entertainers and funfair 2.00pm – 6.00pm Reindeer parade & Christmas lights switch on 6.30pm

Saturday 19th November Mike Doyle The Park & Dare Theatre Treorchy

Join us for a night of hilarious comedy with the amazing voice of Wales’ Premier Entertainer, Mike Doyle. The British Comedy award-winning comic, West End Star & BBC TV sensation delivers a night of pure musical excellence and belly aching laughter that will refresh parts you never knew you had!
Don’t miss his best show ever! Incredible!...received a 12 minute standing ovation, no wonder they call him the UK’s best all round entertainer” The Western Mail £12.00, Concessions £10.00
08000 111 147 www.rct-arts.co.uk

Thursday 17th November Auction 18:30 – 23:00 Cambrian Lodge NUM Social Club & Institute, Tonypandy

Rhondda Cynon Taf Mayor, Cllr Sylvia Jones, is hosting a Charity Christmas Auction at the Cambrian Lodge NUM Social Club & Institute,  Among the items up for grabs is an apron signed by celebrity chef Gino D’Acampo; a signed copy of his latest book Gino’s Pasta; 8 tickets to travel the Gwili Railway in Carmarthen; a horse riding lesson at Clyne Ffarm Centre, Swansea; a family day pass for the Cardiff International Pool; a family day out at Cardiff Castle; two tickets for Cine World, Cardiff; meal for two and drinks (to the value of £40) at the Grosvenor Casino, Swansea; and return rail travel for four people anywhere on the Arriva Trains networkAdmission to the event is FREE but those attending will be respectfully asked to make a minimum £1 donation to the Mayor’s Charity Appeal. Anyone not able to attend but wishing to make a sealed bid can do so by Emailing events@rctcbc.gov.For further details on the Mayor’s Charity Auction or to donate lot items call the Rhondda Cynon Taff events team on 01443 424123. To find out about all events coming up in Rhondda Cynon Taf visit www.rctcbc.gov.uk/whatson

Wed, 16 November, 10:30 – 13:00 Leisurely cycle rides Aberdare Sports Centre

Where Leisurely cycle rides and cycling skills for learners in Aberdare area. (map) Every Wednesday, all year round! Guided rides leave at 10.30 but bikes are available for use in park between 10.30 - 1pm (except 1st Wednesday of the month). email: eleanor.rothwell@sustrans.org.uk

10th - 13th November Rallyfest extravaganza comes to streets of Cardiff!

Cardiff Castle *FREE EVENT! The countdown has started to the final round of this year's World Rally Championship hitting the streets of Cardiff and forests of mid and north Wales, where one of the most closely-contested finales for years will be decided. 2011 sees Wales Rally GB take place from 10th - 13th November, bringing with it the Rallyfest celebration to Cardiff. Coupled with an autograph signing session, big screen, driver interviews and the final podium ceremony for the event on Sunday afternoon, Cardiff city centre is set for a cracker... Access to the Rallyfest extravaganza will be free to all spectators, with the event taking place around the iconic Cardiff Castle - just a short distance away from High Street and St Mary Street. And, with the streets buzzing with the seasonal excitement of Christmas just around the corner, much of the rally action will coincide with late night shopping times. Attractions inside the castle will include a big screen to watch rally action and live times, Parc Fermé on Friday and Saturday nights and the finish ceremony on Sunday afternoon. Shoppers and rally fans will also be able to get up close to the drivers, with an autograph session set to take place on Saturday night, from 7-8pm, in the castle's Interpretation Centre. There will also be stalls and other attractions just outside the castle gates throughout the course of the event. On Saturday evening, following grueling action in the forests of north and mid Wales, the battle-weary crews and cars will arrive on St Mary Street, before entering High Street. Cars will head up High Street and turn in front of the castle for some great photo opportunities. They will then make their way to Parc Fermé - the technical area (where no work on the cars is allowed) for the cars to be left overnight - in the castle grounds. Finally, the podium celebrations for the event, the culmination of an extremely close World Rally Championship, will take place in the castle grounds from three o'clock (15.07) on Sunday afternoon. More info: www.walesrallygb.com

Art & Crafts - New Horizons mental health and emotional wellbeing resource centre

New Horizons Arts and Craft Group will demonstrate their skills, creating beautiful products from recycled materials from noon on Tuesday 15th November at Aberdare College.

You will have the chance to buy some of these items at reasonable prices. If you haven't yet managed to find that unique Christmas gift, don't miss this opportunity.

Mental Health Support.co.uk Promo Tour

The Mental Health Team want to spread the word so have decided to go on Tour.

The Mental Health Support.co.uk 'PROMO TOUR' will be visiting a New Horizons Outreach over the next couple of weeks.

The 'PROMO TOUR' kicks off on the following dates:

Monday 14th November 12pm - 2pm @ New Horizons, Aberdare

Thursday 17th November 11am - 1pm @ New Horizons, Apple Tree Stores

Friday 18th November 11am - 1pm @ New Horizons, LLantrisant

Friday 18th November 2pm - 4pm @ New Horizons, Hirwaun

Tuesday 22nd November 11am - 1pm @ New Horizons, Pentre House

We need you.......
The Mental Health Support.co.uk Promo Tour

We will be talking to you all about the mentalhealthsupport.co.uk website and what it means to you and what you can do for it.

There are many aspects to the site that you may not be aware of, there is a chatroom, a forum, a blog and a section on life stories, poems and artwork. There is also a Service Directory of Mental Health Organisations in the RCT area.

We want to highlight all the above and ask you if you would like to contribute to the site. You can become a contributor, a member of the focus group, a volunteer or a virtual volunteer.

So come along to one of our tour dates and see what its all about.

New Horizons Apple Tree Stores Outreach Centre in Dinas

Everyone is invited to try our new card-making classes at the New Horizons Apple Tree Stores Outreach Centre in Dinas. Classes will be held on Mondays from 11am - 3pm. Join us and add a little professional touch to your Christmas greeting cards this year.

Our Apple Tree Stores Centre is open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9am - 4pm. You will find the Centre in front of the Miner's Rescue building in Dinas.

Mental Health Outdoor Therapy.

Picture yourself getting a few days away from it all, indulging in outdoor therapeutic activities! 

Come to New Horizons in Aberdare on Wednesday 9th November at 10am and find out more about Mental Health Outdoor Therapy. 

NEW - Card Making Classes

NEW at New Horizons Apple Tree Stores Outreach Centre


Card Making Classes


Starting Monday November 7th November


Every Monday 11am – 3pm


“Get set for Christmas – come to our Card Making Classes and add the professional touch to your cards this Christmas”


All welcome


Apple Tree Avenue, Dinas, Porth, CF40 1JH


Tel: 01443 681881


http://www.newhorizons-mentalhealth.co.uk/