MEMBERS: If you advise your email address you will be able to access the Members Only area and receive information emails about local issues which are sent from time to time.
WEB ADMINISTRATOR WANTED for redesigning and updating website with articles, information & useful links
ANYONE INTERESTED PLEASE EMAIL
Welcome to the VILLAGE SOCIETY |
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The Green Street Green Association (CIO) - a charity, also known as the Village Society - is for residents in the Green Street Green area to raise issues, to ensure our village is well maintained and sustains its special environment. Read more....
CORONAVIRUS
KEEP SAFE AND DON'T LEAVE HOME UNNECESSARILY - CHECK GUIDANCE ON:
WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION WEBSITE AND LBB WEBSITE
DON'T BE MISLED BY MISINFORMATION
KEEP SAFE AND DON'T LEAVE HOME UNNECESSARILY - CHECK GUIDANCE ON:
WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION WEBSITE AND LBB WEBSITE
DON'T BE MISLED BY MISINFORMATION
Are you able and willing to help those more vulnerable with shopping, walking dogs etc?
Please contact COVID-19 Mutual Aid Orpington - sign up on their Facebook page
Email: OrpingtonCMA@gmail.com or call 01689 220 195
Please contact COVID-19 Mutual Aid Orpington - sign up on their Facebook page
Email: OrpingtonCMA@gmail.com or call 01689 220 195
Covid Sympton Study
People of all ages and backgrounds are joining together to fight COVID
Support the NHS, help scientific research and help get us out of lockdown safely.
Take 1-min to report your health daily, even if you are well.
Download the App here
People of all ages and backgrounds are joining together to fight COVID
Support the NHS, help scientific research and help get us out of lockdown safely.
Take 1-min to report your health daily, even if you are well.
Download the App here
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VILLAGE SOCIETY COMMITTEE NEXT MEETING TBC
New members wishing to join the Committee will be very welcome. The Committee cannot operate without volunteers to manage its myriad responsibilities. With enough members, each one will not have an onerous number of tasks and we still need a few more to make its operation more viable. Please join us and enjoy being part of a committed community group. |
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**STOP PRESS**
MAY newsletter NOW AVAILABLE If you have positive stories to relate or information to share, email: GSGVillageSociety@gmail.com Next newsletter will be June. 
Get involved Can you offer your expertise in helping to improve our village hall and local environment for the benefit of our community or perhaps you have experience in organising events and fund-raising? Contact us now and apply to become a Trustee, Committee Member or Road Contact Click here to download the Trustee poster for full details |
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR 2020-21 ARE NOW DUE:
As we are unable to collect your £2 subscription, if possible please would you make your payment direct online, using the following details:
Bank sort code: 30-96-31
Account No: 02088234
Account name: Green Street Green Association
Reference: Membership no. (if known*) or house no. AND Surname
Alternatively you may set up a Standing Order for payments on 1 April each year.
If you wish to pay for several years in one payment, it will be noted on the membership record in our database.
(If you are not sure whether you may have already paid in advance, please email GSGVillageSociety@gmail.com to check.)
THANK YOU TO ALL THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY PAID THEIR SUBSCRIPTIONS ONLINE!
*Membership nos. are noted on all emails to members, under the name and address.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO PAY ONLINE DO NOT WORRY - ROAD CONTACTS WILL COLLECT YOUR SUBSCRIPTIONS LATER IN THE YEAR OR YOU MAY PAY BY CHEQUE MADE OUT TO GREEN STREET GREEN ASSOCIATION AND POST IT TO:
ALAN GARELICK, TREASURER, 25 LAXEY ROAD, BR6 6BL.
As we are unable to collect your £2 subscription, if possible please would you make your payment direct online, using the following details:
Bank sort code: 30-96-31
Account No: 02088234
Account name: Green Street Green Association
Reference: Membership no. (if known*) or house no. AND Surname
Alternatively you may set up a Standing Order for payments on 1 April each year.
If you wish to pay for several years in one payment, it will be noted on the membership record in our database.
(If you are not sure whether you may have already paid in advance, please email GSGVillageSociety@gmail.com to check.)
THANK YOU TO ALL THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY PAID THEIR SUBSCRIPTIONS ONLINE!
*Membership nos. are noted on all emails to members, under the name and address.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO PAY ONLINE DO NOT WORRY - ROAD CONTACTS WILL COLLECT YOUR SUBSCRIPTIONS LATER IN THE YEAR OR YOU MAY PAY BY CHEQUE MADE OUT TO GREEN STREET GREEN ASSOCIATION AND POST IT TO:
ALAN GARELICK, TREASURER, 25 LAXEY ROAD, BR6 6BL.
Orpington Video and Film Makers - Old newsreels to view
Take a trip down memory lane and see what was happening in and around Orpington during 1987 and 1988.
Visit the website here: Classic Newsreels
You can also view some short films made by members - some of the comedy ones are very funny! Read the article for more information - and more films!
Take a trip down memory lane and see what was happening in and around Orpington during 1987 and 1988.
Visit the website here: Classic Newsreels
You can also view some short films made by members - some of the comedy ones are very funny! Read the article for more information - and more films!
greenwood events:
Something to Look Forward to?
FREE LINE DANCING CLASSES!
Ever fancied giving line dancing a go but didn't know where to go to learn?
Our Association Chair is a keen proponent and is offering FREE classes.
Find out more here and let us know of your interest.
FREE LINE DANCING CLASSES!
Ever fancied giving line dancing a go but didn't know where to go to learn?
Our Association Chair is a keen proponent and is offering FREE classes.
Find out more here and let us know of your interest.
The GSGA Quintessential Quiz returns to the Greenwood Centre!
When: PROBABLY Saturday 12 September 2020
NEW DATE TO BE CONFIRMED AS SOON AS DEFINITE
Vegetarian option available - veggie or bean burger with onion rings and chips
Greenwood Talks - The History of Madeira
A talk by Dr Brian Philp, well-known local archaeologist
NEW DATE TO BE ADVISED AS SOON AS FEASIBLE
Tickets: £2 including refreshments
Book by email: GSGVillageSociety@gmail.com
Full details to follow
A talk by Dr Brian Philp, well-known local archaeologist
NEW DATE TO BE ADVISED AS SOON AS FEASIBLE
Tickets: £2 including refreshments
Book by email: GSGVillageSociety@gmail.com
Full details to follow
Other local events and activities:
Safer Neighbourhood Ward Panel - read feedback from meetings - full minutes now available online.
Next meeting: TBC (5 May CANCELLED) - these are public meetings - young people are particularly welcome to provide a balanced view of issues in the area.
Did you know about dialling 999 and then pressing 55 if in danger but unable to speak? Read about it here.
Next meeting: TBC (5 May CANCELLED) - these are public meetings - young people are particularly welcome to provide a balanced view of issues in the area.
Did you know about dialling 999 and then pressing 55 if in danger but unable to speak? Read about it here.
Green Street Green
Community Choir
SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Do you like singing?
Maybe you have never been in a choir, or perhaps you sing with another more disciplined one and would welcome something less taxing and more fun? Why not come along one evening and sing with the choir - no auditions.
Director, Amanda Butler, provides free music-reading tuition.
Every Thursday 7:00-9pm at St Mary's Church, World's End Lane
Community Choir
SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Do you like singing?
Maybe you have never been in a choir, or perhaps you sing with another more disciplined one and would welcome something less taxing and more fun? Why not come along one evening and sing with the choir - no auditions.
Director, Amanda Butler, provides free music-reading tuition.
Every Thursday 7:00-9pm at St Mary's Church, World's End Lane
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Orpington Band - looking for new members of all ages
Beginners 7pm-7.30pm. Main Band 7.30p.m-9.30pm. Every Monday. St. Mary's Church Centre, Worlds End Lane, Green Street Green, Orpington BR6 6AG £50 for a term - take a two-week trial before you pay. Musical Director: Roy Garman - Tel: 01689 854657 Email: roygarman@btinternet.com Website: www.orpingtonband.co.uk |
Monthly Meetings are normally held on the third Monday of each month
from 2.00 to 4.00pm at the Crofton Halls, Station Road, Orpington.
Potential new members are welcome to attend one of these meetings.
Orpington U3A website
from 2.00 to 4.00pm at the Crofton Halls, Station Road, Orpington.
Potential new members are welcome to attend one of these meetings.
Orpington U3A website
Every Wednesday 10am-12noon
The Bereavement Help Point
The Bereavement Help Point is a place where you can drop in and find out more about bereavement services. We also offer advice, guidance and a listening ear to those who are finding life difficult at this time.
Closest Centre: United Reformed Church, 20 Widmore Road, Bromley, BR1 1RY
The Bereavement Help Point is a place where you can drop in and find out more about bereavement services. We also offer advice, guidance and a listening ear to those who are finding life difficult at this time.
Closest Centre: United Reformed Church, 20 Widmore Road, Bromley, BR1 1RY
Bromley Council website
The Bromley Council website is a useful resource for anyone looking to keep tabs on events and activities in the local area.
Upcoming events are listed on their events page and regularly updated.
See also Useful Links page on this website.
The Bromley Council website is a useful resource for anyone looking to keep tabs on events and activities in the local area.
Upcoming events are listed on their events page and regularly updated.
See also Useful Links page on this website.
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Greenwood Centre
Available for children's & family weekend parties (4 hrs minimum for £60) HALL AVAILABLE FOR HIRE on some MON, WED and THU EVENINGS plus THU and FRIDAY AFTERNOONS (5-7pm) Small room suitable for small groups (10-12) also available Please use ENQUIRY FORM Cheapest rates in the borough! (Click here to see what's on) |
Greenwood Centre
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Links for local information
Post part & full time local jobs for FREE
Cost of survey for refurbishment to provide disabled facilities provided by City Bridge Trust:
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Green Street Green Association (CIO) is a registered charity no.1172661
