Aurora is a cancer charity providing support in the local area for people living with cancer or a long-term health condition. Now that the winter days and dark nights are upon us, it is sometimes a time of year when people struggle with their wellbeing. Aurora is also a community hub for everyone and they offer a range of heritage and wellbeing activities that promote self-care, reduce isolation and help people to reconnect with their community. They have a fully stocked charity shop selling good quality items and their tearooms serve home cooked meals and delicious cakes Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 4.00pm.
Volunteering
Do you have a few spare hours a week and would like to make a difference in your community? Volunteers are at the heart of what they do at Aurora. They have a range of volunteering ranges available throughout the centre – all you need is enthusiasm! Why not pick up an application form today?
Remembrance at Aurora
As usual, the Aurora Centre will be open for the Remembrance Service which takes place on Memorial Avenue on Sunday 10th November. There will be a display in the Centre in the preceding week focusing on stories and artefacts from the First and Second world Wars and how they affected the people of Bassetlaw.
Celebration of Christmas, Welbeck Chapel
Aurora have been very fortunate to be given access to Welbeck ChapeI to host a ‘Celebration of Christmas’ in December. The Aurora Wellbeing Singers, who meet in the centre every Monday morning, will be giving a concert in the chapel. Singing releases the endorphins which make us feel better and the companionship gained through their singing group can help people through some of the challenges that life throws our way. Tickets will be on sale from the beginning of November and are priced at £15.00, which includes mulled wine and a mince pie on arrival in the Titchfield Library. For more information or to purchase your ticket for this prestigious event please contact Aurora on 01909 470985 or email hospitality@aurorawellbeing.org.uk.
Forthcoming events at the Old Library Building
Bitsa Market @ Aurora – Tuesday 5th November, 10.00am to 2.00pm
New stall holders will showcase crafts and Christmas gifts alongside community information. If you’re interested in having a stall, contact Sarina on 07891 111161 or email swhits@gmail.com for more details.
Remembrance Sunday @ Aurora – Sunday 10th November, 9.30am to 12.30pm
The charity shop, Valerie’s Tearooms, and Heritage Hub will be open during the Remembrance Procession on Memorial Avenue. Pop in for a hot drink and visit the special Remembrance display in the Heritage Hub.
Aurora Christmas Market – Saturday 7th December, 10.00am to 2.00pm
Lots of stalls selling local crafts for that unique Christmas gift. Father Christmas will be in his Grotto and there will be free children’s activities. The charity shop and Valerie’s Tearooms will be open too.
Aurora Christmas Ball – Friday 29th November from 7.00pm to 1.00am
Following last year’s successful event, the Aurora Christmas Ball will be held in the Grande Marquee at Ye Olde Bell, Barnby Moor. Tickets are £65.00 per person, including a two-course meal, and an evening of entertainment. For more information or to book tickets, contact Lou on 07525 437989 or Alisa on 07968 973748.
For more information about Aurora, visit them at The Old Library Building, Memorial Avenue, Worksop S80 2BJ – Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 4.00pm.
Alternatively, you can email admin@aurorawellbeing.org.uk, call 01909 470985, visit www.aurorawellbeing.org.uk or find them on Facebook, X and Instagram.