Any suggestions for our Summer Party Venue?

We're looking for a venue for our End of Summer Party in the East End of Glasgow. Does anyone have any suggestions on where we can hold the party? Ideally, we'd like to have a venue that has facilities for a BBQ and outdoor games but it would also be handy if there was some space undercover in case of the dreaded but almost certain Glasgow rain (fingers crossed it doesn't). Any advice/suggestions would be fantastic.

Our Summer Party is one of the highlights in the With Kids calender and marks the end of our Summer Programme. It's also a time where the kids and families and all of our supporters can kick back and enjoy themselves.

If you can think of avenue in the East End of Glasgow that has space for a BBQ and outdoor games then please let us know. Please post your suggestions on our Facebook and Twitter. Or you can email Suzy on s.blair@withkids.org.uk.

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What's on at With Kids in May...

I think you will all agree with me when I welcome in the month of May, as we get closer and closer to summer! We have lots going on this month at With Kids.

We have many events on this month that you may have seen before, for the parents as well as the kids, sadly most of the events have limited places, so make sure you book your place!

The following events are making a return this month:

Family Club

Cinema Club

Mum & Baby Group

If you would like to know more about these activities, please contact us as soon as possible, as there are limited spaces. 

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Freak Carousel workshops at With Kids...

At With Kids, we're always looking for new, innovative ways to entertain our friends at With Kids entertained.

We're delighted to announce that during May we'll be hosting Freak Carousel, who'll be doing resin jewellery workshops. We're really looking forward to trying out something a bit different. The workshops will begin on May 10th and will continue for 4 weeks.

Freak Carousel is a weird and wonderful collection of completely handmade jewellery - You'll find everything in their shop from skulls to cupcakes, comic prints to vintage charms!

They also offer a custom jewellery design service and have created many one-of-a-kind pieces for special occasions, even weddings!

You can keep up to date with what Freak Carousel are up to if you:

"Like" them on Facebook 

Or...

Follow them on twitter: @FreakCarousel

If you would like to know more about these workshops, please contact us as soon as possible, as there are limited spaces. 

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Breaking down barriers: Video

Here our therapists, Jo and Lindsay tell us how we have to work at breaking down the barriers with the kids we work with.

Play therapy can help children with a variety of difficulties, including but not limited to the following:- emotional difficulties, behavioural difficulties, relationship difficulties, abuse or trauma, communication difficulties, illness or disability, family breakdown, bereavement and low self esteem.

You can read more about play therapy here. 

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Facing the problems: Video

In this video Jo and Lindsay go through how problems, no matter how big or small must be faced and not ignored under any circumstances

Lindsay talks about how it can be hard for young children to talk about traumatic experiences they may have had, because of Glasgow's "Macho Image"

Jo and Lindsay often find themselves trying to get the kids to open up to them and help them face their problems.

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Learning to cope: Video

In this video Lindsay talks about an experience she recently had with a case. For this I think we should let the video speak for itself...

An emotional story about a 3 year old girl, and how she coped with her problems during her play therapy sessions.

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Not just for Kids: Video

Many people think we only take care of the children in poverty stricken areas of the East End, but we have many activities on for their parents as well.

Parents themselves have their own problems, and without a little down time for themselves, they won't be able to give their full attention to the children..

Find out more about activities for parents & children here. 

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What do we do?: Video

Play therapy can help children with a variety of difficulties, including but not limited to the following:- emotional difficulties, behavioural difficulties, relationship difficulties, abuse or trauma, communication difficulties, illness or disability, family breakdown, bereavement and low self esteem.

This for of therapy is used to communicate with children about their thoughts, feelings and behaviour. The playroom contains a large selection of play materials from which the child can choose, the child leads the session and is not put under any pressure to talk about their difficulties.

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What is Movement Therapy ?: Video

We find ourselves being asked "What do With Kids do?". So we have brought two of our therapists together to give you a better idea of what therapy is carried out at With Kids.

So we have asked, Jo Orr a Movement Therapist  and Lindsay Paterson a Play Therapist, to talk to you about what it is they do and explain more about the service they provide. Here, Jo explains what Movement Therapy is.

Play therapy is a form of therapy that uses play as the primary mode of communication.

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Easter Activities...

The Easter holidays have arrived and we have a fun packed week for the kids to enjoy whilst they are off school.



Take a look at what we have in store and be sure to book early because we have limited spaces and we don't want you to be left disappointed!






Tuesday 10th April
What's On: CINEMA CLUB. (How to Train your Dragon. 98 mins, cert PG)
When: 12pm - 2pm
Where: 15 Annfield Place, Dennistoun

Wednesday 11th April 
What's On: FAMILY ARTS AND CRAFTS
When: 10.30am - 12.30pm OR 1.30pm - 3.30pm (Please book one session)
Where: 15 Annfield Place, Dennistoun

Thursday 12th April 
What's On: EASTER EGG HUNT (picnic and games)
When: 11am-2pm
Where: Tollcross Park (meet at gates on Wellshot Rd, across from Wellshot Primary. Weather permitting- if raining please phone to check).

To book your place please call Suzy on 0141 550 5770. 

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