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SUMMARY:Common Threads Creative Project
DESCRIPTION:Join our creative arts/textiles sessions. \nNo previous experience is needed. The sessions are designed to be relaxed\, welcoming and pressure-free\, offering a chance to learn a new skill\, connect with others and enjoy the calming benefits of creativity. \nSessions will explore textiles weaving\, creating miniature woven houses\, homes\, landscapes or scenes using a variety of wool\, yarns and textured materials. There will also be opportunities to simply enjoy experimenting with colours\, textures and weaving patterns. \nAs the group develops\, participants will have the opportunity to help shape future sessions\, with creative projects chosen and designed together. Ideas could include collaborative pieces such as a shared quilt\, bunting or other artworks that bring together everyone’s unique contributions. \nSessions will be run by local artist Bryony Freeman. Bryony is a creative practitioner and trainee art psychotherapist\, currently working with young people in a secondary school setting. She has a passion for using art and creativity to support emotional wellbeing\, self-expression and connection. Bryony enjoys exploring different art materials and techniques\, encouraging people to experiment\, be curious and enjoy the creative process without the pressure of making something perfect. Her workshops offer a relaxed\, welcoming space where everyone can explore their creativity at their own pace\, with no previous art experience needed. \nCommon Threads is about creating a safe space for expression\, connection and creativity\, where the process matters far more than the finished product.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/common-threads-creative-project-6/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal (End of Year 2026 Celebration)
DESCRIPTION:As this will be the final drop-in of 2026 before Quetzal closes for the holidays\, this will be a celebratory drop-in event.\nWednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-end-of-year-2026-celebration/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261214T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261214T143000
DTSTAMP:20261109T092253Z
CREATED:20261104T154616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T092253Z
UID:7619-1797251400-1797258600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Common Threads Creative Project
DESCRIPTION:Join our creative arts/textiles sessions. \nNo previous experience is needed. The sessions are designed to be relaxed\, welcoming and pressure-free\, offering a chance to learn a new skill\, connect with others and enjoy the calming benefits of creativity. \nSessions will explore textiles weaving\, creating miniature woven houses\, homes\, landscapes or scenes using a variety of wool\, yarns and textured materials. There will also be opportunities to simply enjoy experimenting with colours\, textures and weaving patterns. \nAs the group develops\, participants will have the opportunity to help shape future sessions\, with creative projects chosen and designed together. Ideas could include collaborative pieces such as a shared quilt\, bunting or other artworks that bring together everyone’s unique contributions. \nSessions will be run by local artist Bryony Freeman. Bryony is a creative practitioner and trainee art psychotherapist\, currently working with young people in a secondary school setting. She has a passion for using art and creativity to support emotional wellbeing\, self-expression and connection. Bryony enjoys exploring different art materials and techniques\, encouraging people to experiment\, be curious and enjoy the creative process without the pressure of making something perfect. Her workshops offer a relaxed\, welcoming space where everyone can explore their creativity at their own pace\, with no previous art experience needed. \nCommon Threads is about creating a safe space for expression\, connection and creativity\, where the process matters far more than the finished product.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/common-threads-creative-project-5/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T123000
DTSTAMP:20261104T095713Z
CREATED:20261104T095713Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-12/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261207T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261207T143000
DTSTAMP:20261109T092237Z
CREATED:20261104T154414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T092237Z
UID:7617-1796646600-1796653800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Common Threads Creative Project
DESCRIPTION:Join our creative arts/textiles sessions. \nNo previous experience is needed. The sessions are designed to be relaxed\, welcoming and pressure-free\, offering a chance to learn a new skill\, connect with others and enjoy the calming benefits of creativity. \nSessions will explore textiles weaving\, creating miniature woven houses\, homes\, landscapes or scenes using a variety of wool\, yarns and textured materials. There will also be opportunities to simply enjoy experimenting with colours\, textures and weaving patterns. \nAs the group develops\, participants will have the opportunity to help shape future sessions\, with creative projects chosen and designed together. Ideas could include collaborative pieces such as a shared quilt\, bunting or other artworks that bring together everyone’s unique contributions. \nSessions will be run by local artist Bryony Freeman. Bryony is a creative practitioner and trainee art psychotherapist\, currently working with young people in a secondary school setting. She has a passion for using art and creativity to support emotional wellbeing\, self-expression and connection. Bryony enjoys exploring different art materials and techniques\, encouraging people to experiment\, be curious and enjoy the creative process without the pressure of making something perfect. Her workshops offer a relaxed\, welcoming space where everyone can explore their creativity at their own pace\, with no previous art experience needed. \nCommon Threads is about creating a safe space for expression\, connection and creativity\, where the process matters far more than the finished product.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/common-threads-creative-project-4/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T123000
DTSTAMP:20261104T095630Z
CREATED:20261104T095630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T095630Z
UID:7597-1796209200-1796214600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-11/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T113000
DTSTAMP:20261028T131545Z
CREATED:20260921T141310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T131545Z
UID:7468-1796121000-1796124600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 6: Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be interactive and the counsellor will use various tools to explore a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-6-resilience/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261130T143000
DTSTAMP:20261109T092220Z
CREATED:20261104T154002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T092220Z
UID:7615-1796041800-1796049000@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Common Threads Creative Project
DESCRIPTION:Join our creative arts/textiles sessions. \nNo previous experience is needed. The sessions are designed to be relaxed\, welcoming and pressure-free\, offering a chance to learn a new skill\, connect with others and enjoy the calming benefits of creativity. \nSessions will explore textiles weaving\, creating miniature woven houses\, homes\, landscapes or scenes using a variety of wool\, yarns and textured materials. There will also be opportunities to simply enjoy experimenting with colours\, textures and weaving patterns. \nAs the group develops\, participants will have the opportunity to help shape future sessions\, with creative projects chosen and designed together. Ideas could include collaborative pieces such as a shared quilt\, bunting or other artworks that bring together everyone’s unique contributions. \nSessions will be run by local artist Bryony Freeman. Bryony is a creative practitioner and trainee art psychotherapist\, currently working with young people in a secondary school setting. She has a passion for using art and creativity to support emotional wellbeing\, self-expression and connection. Bryony enjoys exploring different art materials and techniques\, encouraging people to experiment\, be curious and enjoy the creative process without the pressure of making something perfect. Her workshops offer a relaxed\, welcoming space where everyone can explore their creativity at their own pace\, with no previous art experience needed. \nCommon Threads is about creating a safe space for expression\, connection and creativity\, where the process matters far more than the finished product.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/common-threads-creative-project-3/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T120000
DTSTAMP:20261104T152407Z
CREATED:20261022T201438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T152407Z
UID:7564-1795687200-1795694400@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hybrid Creative Writing Session with Writer and Poet Lydia Towsey
DESCRIPTION:Join Lydia Towsey for an hybrid creative writing session! You can either join online or face-to-face at Kala Arts on Frog Island. Once booked\, we will send you the link too \n\n\nJoin poet and creative health practitioner Lydia Towsey for a seriously playful workshop exploring how creative writing can help us \n\n\n\n\nOnline or at Kala Arts – details for the online session will be sent after booking the tickets. \nJoin poet and creative health practitioner Lydia Towsey for a seriously playful workshop exploring how creative writing can help us reflect\, imagine possibilities and find small ways forward. \nThrough a brief\, optional grounding exercise and a series of short\, accessible writing activities\, we’ll make space for creativity\, explore what matters to us and try out different ways of looking at things. You can draw on your imagination or everyday experiences and take things at your own pace. \nNo creative writing experience is needed. You’re welcome to share anything you create\, in whatever way feels comfortable for you\, or simply keep it for yourself. \nAbout Lydia\nLydia Towsey is a poet\, performer\, cat-keeper\, mother and ukulele strummer with an MA in poetry and a primary school certificate in tap dancing. Lydia has performed everywhere from London’s 100 Club\, the Roundhouse and the House of Lords… to on the buses as Arriva Buses’ Literary Leicester Poet in Residence. \nTwice shortlisted for the Bridport Poetry Prize\, she has performed across the UK and been commissioned by organisations including The Guardian\, Royal Albert Hall and Kew Gardens. \nShe is the author of two Burning Eye Books\, poetry collections\, The Venus Papers and The English Disease. Her third \, Coffee with Cayetano – about family\, identity and a Mexican ancestor offering unsolicited advice from beyond the grave\, with very little regard for personal boundaries – arrives in February 2027. \nLydia combines her writing and performance with her work as Creative Director of WORD! and Co-Director of Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust’s Arts in Mental Health Service. She is also the Community Lead for Brightsparks Arts in Mental Health CIO. \nAbout Lydia \n“Absolutely spectacular” – Poet in the City \n“Lydia Towsey poems are monuments to affection\, intimacy and a sense of life that glimmers and dances as it goes…It’s an instinctive art born out of her wide and varied knowledge of people and of different forms of existing.” – George Szirtes\, poet and translator \n“She writes for a generation that must find a way. Her work adds to the strength of new English poetry.” — Dr Jean Binta Breeze MBE\, poet (on The English Disease) \n“Her work is a pleasure to read and a joy to watch.”— Kevin Fegan\, poet and playwright \n“The talent and expertise Lydia Towsey brought to her creative writing workshop got us thinking about the ways in which we could build connection\, personal wellbeing and unearth honest reflections” – Mirela Neto\, Senior Researcher\, Magpie (creative behaviour change agency) \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in writing or want more information about the event\, write to marie@quetzal.org.uk
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/hybrid-creative-writing-session-with-writer-and-poet-lydia-towsey/
LOCATION:Kala Arts\, 6a Frog Island\, Leicester\, LE3 5AG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T123000
DTSTAMP:20261104T095542Z
CREATED:20261104T095542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T095542Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-10/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T113000
DTSTAMP:20261028T131950Z
CREATED:20260921T141212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T131950Z
UID:7465-1795516200-1795519800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 5: Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be interactive and the counsellor will use various tools to explore a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-5-relationships/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261123T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261123T143000
DTSTAMP:20261109T092201Z
CREATED:20261104T153904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T092201Z
UID:7613-1795437000-1795444200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Common Threads Creative Project
DESCRIPTION:Join our creative arts/textiles sessions. \nNo previous experience is needed. The sessions are designed to be relaxed\, welcoming and pressure-free\, offering a chance to learn a new skill\, connect with others and enjoy the calming benefits of creativity. \nSessions will explore textiles weaving\, creating miniature woven houses\, homes\, landscapes or scenes using a variety of wool\, yarns and textured materials. There will also be opportunities to simply enjoy experimenting with colours\, textures and weaving patterns. \nAs the group develops\, participants will have the opportunity to help shape future sessions\, with creative projects chosen and designed together. Ideas could include collaborative pieces such as a shared quilt\, bunting or other artworks that bring together everyone’s unique contributions. \nSessions will be run by local artist Bryony Freeman. Bryony is a creative practitioner and trainee art psychotherapist\, currently working with young people in a secondary school setting. She has a passion for using art and creativity to support emotional wellbeing\, self-expression and connection. Bryony enjoys exploring different art materials and techniques\, encouraging people to experiment\, be curious and enjoy the creative process without the pressure of making something perfect. Her workshops offer a relaxed\, welcoming space where everyone can explore their creativity at their own pace\, with no previous art experience needed. \nCommon Threads is about creating a safe space for expression\, connection and creativity\, where the process matters far more than the finished product.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/common-threads-creative-project-2/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T120000
DTSTAMP:20261026T145724Z
CREATED:20261026T145709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T145724Z
UID:7574-1795082400-1795089600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Online Creative Session with Quetzal Writers Club
DESCRIPTION:Join Quetzal Creative Writing Club for an online creative writing session! \nGet ready to explore your creativity and enjoy writing from wherever you are. \nQuetzal adventure with WORD! continues. Come and explore your creativity and get the chance to learn more on how writing can be a source of healing and joy. \n  \nThe event is for women who experience childhood sexual abuse \n\nIf you are interested by arts and its role in supporting trauma recovery or you want more information about this event\, write to marie@quetzal.org.uk \n 
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/online-creative-session-with-quetzal-writers-club/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T123000
DTSTAMP:20261104T095402Z
CREATED:20261104T095402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T095402Z
UID:7593-1794999600-1795005000@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-9/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T113000
DTSTAMP:20261028T131927Z
CREATED:20260921T141138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T131927Z
UID:7462-1794911400-1794915000@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 4: Defence Mechanisms
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be interactive and the counsellor will use various tools to explore a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-4-defence-mechanisms/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261116T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261116T143000
DTSTAMP:20261109T092136Z
CREATED:20261104T153735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261109T092136Z
UID:7610-1794832200-1794839400@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Common Threads Creative Project
DESCRIPTION:Join our creative arts/textiles sessions. \nNo previous experience is needed. The sessions are designed to be relaxed\, welcoming and pressure-free\, offering a chance to learn a new skill\, connect with others and enjoy the calming benefits of creativity. \nSessions will explore textiles weaving\, creating miniature woven houses\, homes\, landscapes or scenes using a variety of wool\, yarns and textured materials. There will also be opportunities to simply enjoy experimenting with colours\, textures and weaving patterns. \nAs the group develops\, participants will have the opportunity to help shape future sessions\, with creative projects chosen and designed together. Ideas could include collaborative pieces such as a shared quilt\, bunting or other artworks that bring together everyone’s unique contributions. \nSessions will be run by local artist Bryony Freeman. Bryony is a creative practitioner and trainee art psychotherapist\, currently working with young people in a secondary school setting. She has a passion for using art and creativity to support emotional wellbeing\, self-expression and connection. Bryony enjoys exploring different art materials and techniques\, encouraging people to experiment\, be curious and enjoy the creative process without the pressure of making something perfect. Her workshops offer a relaxed\, welcoming space where everyone can explore their creativity at their own pace\, with no previous art experience needed. \nCommon Threads is about creating a safe space for expression\, connection and creativity\, where the process matters far more than the finished product.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/common-threads-creative-project/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T160000
DTSTAMP:20261007T104338Z
CREATED:20261007T104221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T104338Z
UID:7540-1794654000-1794672000@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Trans Health Fair 2026
DESCRIPTION:Trans* Thriving at Trade presents… our first ever Trans* Health Fair. Come and access support from many local providers all in one place! \n\n\n\n\nTrans* Thriving and Trade present… Leicester’s first Trans Health Fair! \nCome along and access support\, advice\, and testing from a range of local services including: \n\nTrade Sexual Health\nLeicestershire LGBTQ+ Centre\nLeicester Sexual Health\nTurning Point\nFreedom4Girls\nFirst Step\nPublic Health\nLive Well\nWork Well\nAction Homeless\nUHL Maternity Services\nRed Cross\nQuetzal\nand many more…\n\nWe know how hard it can be to access support services for our health and wellbeing as trans* people\, and so we are offering a day where you can engage with a range of providers all in one place\, organised by trans* people for trans* people. Whereever possible we will also be offering testing and screening on site including sexual health screening\, blood pressure checks\, and liver scans (for those eligible). Feel free to drop by at any point during the day and get the support you need and deserve. \nAdditionally\, Dr Christine Mimnagh from the British Association of Gender Identity Specialist (Home – BAGIS) will be delivering a talk and Q&A. This event is FREE and people are welcome to drop in throughout the day but please book tickets in advance to secure a place for the talk and Q&A. \nWhen: 14th November 11am – 4pm \nWhere: St Martins House Conference Centre\, Leicester (Next to Leicester Cathedral) \nBook your FREE tickets now to secure your space! \nThe Trans* Thriving project is a three year project at Trade which aims to support the health and wellbeing of local trans* people. By ‘trans*’ we think expansively about a spectrum of gender diverse identities\, primarily transgender\, non-binary\, and gender non-conforming people. During community listening local trans* people have communicated that social isolation is high and finding support for trans* health and happiness is increasingly hard. We have heard this feedback and in response are running this event. \nWhen booking you will be asked a series of monitoring questions: These are optional and you do not need to fill them in to book. Providing the information supports our work at Trade and through Trans Thriving and helps us understand the communities we serve.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/trans-health-fair-2026/
LOCATION:St Martin’s House Conference Centre Leicester\, 7 Peacock Lane\, Leicester\, LE1 5PZ\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T120000
DTSTAMP:20261026T144547Z
CREATED:20261022T203608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T144547Z
UID:7570-1794477600-1794484800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Online Creative Writing Session with Juliette Burton
DESCRIPTION:Join Juliette Burton for an online creative writing session! \nGet ready to explore your creativity and enjoy writing from wherever you are. \nQuetzal adventure with WORD! continues. Come and explore your creativity and get the chance to learn more on how writing can be a source of healing and joy. \nJuliette Burton will have a stand-up show the following day at the Globe in Leicester\, come to the writing workshop and get to see her the following day – more info about this soon \nThe event is for women who experience childhood sexual abuse \n\nIf you are interested by arts and its role in supporting trauma recovery or you want more information about this event\, write to marie@quetzal.org.uk \n 
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/online-creative-writing-session-with-juliette-burton/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T123000
DTSTAMP:20261104T095011Z
CREATED:20261104T094912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T095011Z
UID:7590-1794394800-1794400200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED THIS WEEK - Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Our weekly drop-in is cancelled this week due to staff training. We will be back as usual the following week (18th November).
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/cancelled-this-week-weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal/
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T113000
DTSTAMP:20261028T131859Z
CREATED:20260921T141044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T131859Z
UID:7459-1794306600-1794310200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 3: Anger
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be interactive and the counsellor will use various tools to explore a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-3-anger/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T123000
DTSTAMP:20261104T094514Z
CREATED:20261104T094514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T094514Z
UID:7588-1793790000-1793795400@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-8/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T113000
DTSTAMP:20261028T131834Z
CREATED:20260921T140953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T131834Z
UID:7456-1793701800-1793705400@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 2: Anxiety
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be interactive and the counsellor will use various tools to explore a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-2-anxiety/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261028T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260924T080921Z
CREATED:20260924T080921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T080921Z
UID:7478-1793185200-1793190600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-7/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261027T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261027T210000
DTSTAMP:20261021T223538Z
CREATED:20261021T222959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T223538Z
UID:7555-1793116800-1793134800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Featured Partner Event - WORD!Fest
DESCRIPTION:Supper\, spoken word and a show! WORD!Fest is coming to Leicester Central Library on Tuesday 27 October. 🌼 \nJoin us for a library mini-festival celebrating how food\, creativity and community can sustain us — specially curated by WORD! for Green Libraries Week. \n🧵 4–6pm: FREE textiles\, identity and mental health workshop with award-winning comedian and theatre-maker Juliette Burton. No creative experience needed. \n🥣 From 6pm: Supper and refreshments from the Green Room Gardeners\, with recipes from their latest cookbook. \n🎤 7–9pm: Juliette shares an extract from her comedic theatre show ExperiMental\, alongside a glorious local open mic takeover and the premiere of We All Come From Somewhere — a micro-film celebrating cultural diversity\, with Leicester at its heart. \nHosted by Lydia Towsey and Abi Willock\, with poetry\, voices\, music and plenty of room for you. \n📍 Leicester Central Library\, Bishop Street\, LE1 6AA \n🎟 Evening: £3 library members / £5 non-members \nwrite to marie@quetzal.org.uk if you would like to be added to the guest list \nBook here \nCome along\, pull up a chair — we’d love to see you. \n\nInterested in creative writing and any upcoming online writing workshop\, write to marie@quetzal.org.uk to register your interest
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/wordfest/
LOCATION:Leicester Central Library\, Bishop St\,\, Leicester\, LE1 6AA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261027T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261027T113000
DTSTAMP:20261028T131802Z
CREATED:20260921T140741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T131802Z
UID:7451-1793097000-1793100600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 1: Processing Emotions
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be interactive and the counsellor will use various tools to explore a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-1-processing-emotions/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260924T080815Z
CREATED:20260924T080815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T080815Z
UID:7476-1792580400-1792585800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-6/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260925T102241Z
CREATED:20260925T101744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T102241Z
UID:7485-1792155600-1792159200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Webinar: A Compassionate Look at Mind-Body Protection
DESCRIPTION:A gentle\, supportive space to understand how your mind and body have worked to protect you\, particularly in response to experiences of CSA. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how experiences such as anxiety\, panic\, feeling numb or being constantly on alert can be understood as protective responses — ways your mind and body have tried to keep you safe. Rather than judging or fighting these responses\, we’ll explore them with curiosity and compassion. \nYou’ll also be introduced to simple\, practical tools to help you feel more grounded\, settled and supported in the present moment. \nThis online workshop is designed to be a safe and welcoming space. There’s no pressure to share or speak\, and you can keep your camera off throughout. You’re welcome to simply listen and take what feels helpful for you. \nThe session will not be recorded to protect everyone’s privacy \nBook you place here
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/webinar-a-compassionate-look-at-mind-body-protection/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T120000
DTSTAMP:20261007T085113Z
CREATED:20260908T094038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T085113Z
UID:7375-1792058400-1792065600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mental Health 101 with WORD!
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health – 101: Building Confidence\, Compassion & Practical Skills\nHow can we feel more confident talking about mental health—and better equipped to support ourselves and others? This engaging\, interactive workshop explores mental health\, early warning signs\, safe conversations\, active listening\, de-escalation and signposting. Combining humour\, lived experience and research\, Juliette creates a supportive space to develop practical skills\, compassion and confidence—while having fun along the way.\nThis introductory workshop offers a creative and accessible exploration of Mental Health 101\, providing a safe space for learning\, reflection and discussion. Led by Juliette Burton\, the session will encourage participants to explore wellbeing through creative activities while connecting with others in a supportive environment. \n\nWhile there is no accompanying evening event\, participants are warmly invited to attend the WORD!Fest celebration at Central Library on Tuesday 27 October\, from 4:00pm to 9:00pm. \nAhead of the main event\, a limited number of Creative Health and poetry-writing one-to-one sessions will be available from 2:00pm to 4:00pm\, alongside a final workshop led by Juliette Burton taking place in the main library area. The day will conclude with refreshments and an open mic showcase\, offering plenty of opportunities to share creative work or simply relax\, connect with others and enjoy an uplifting community experience. \n\nFor more information or to register your interest please email volunteers@quetzal.org.uk \nJuliette Burton: About the Facilitator \n\nJuliette Burton facilitates workshops in creative writing\, empowerment and mental health. With over a decade of sold-out shows at Edinburgh Fringe\, international tours and speaking engagements for organisations including Google\, Adobe\, KPMG\, Jaguar Land Rover and Merlin Entertainment\, Juliette combines humour\, lived experience and research to create engaging\, memorable and empowering experiences. Award-winning comedian and theatre-maker Juliette Burton is coming once again at Quetzal to deliver not one session but three sessions exploring textile and poetry.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/mental-health-101-with-word/
LOCATION:Kala Arts\, 6a Frog Island\, Leicester\, LE3 5AG\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T123000
DTSTAMP:20260924T080604Z
CREATED:20260924T080604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T080604Z
UID:7474-1791975600-1791981000@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-5/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T193000
DTSTAMP:20260925T102407Z
CREATED:20260925T100704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T102407Z
UID:7483-1791916200-1791919800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Webinar: Reclaiming Community – From Isolation to Connection
DESCRIPTION:A gentle\, supportive space for survivors to explore connection\, belonging and the possibility of feeling less alone. \nThis online workshop offers a safe\, welcoming and non-judgmental environment where you can take things at your own pace. Together\, we’ll explore gentle ways of reconnecting with yourself and others\, building a sense of safety and recognising what connection might look like for you. \nThere’s no pressure to share or speak\, and you can keep your camera off throughout. You’re welcome to simply listen\, take what feels helpful\, and engage in whatever way feels comfortable. \nA compassionate space to pause\, connect and explore your own capacity for healing without judgement\, expectation or pressure. \nThe session will not be recorded to protect everyone’s privacy. \nBook your place here
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/reclaiming-community-from-isolation-to-connection/
LOCATION:Online
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