ARRC SOCIAL CLUB ( ASC )
The ARRC Social Club ( ASC ) is an inclusive club set up for all partners of everybody posted to - or attached to - NATO ’ s Allied Rapid Reaction Corps at Imjin Barracks ( Headquarters ARRC , 1st ( United Kingdom ) Signal Brigade , ARRC Support Battalion and GCHQ ).
What does the ASC do ?
The ASC arranges events to bring together all nationalities and ranks represented at the ARRC at Imjin Barracks .
These include monthly coffee mornings and lunches , hosted in turn by different nations , which give a real taste of each other ’ s customs , culture and cuisine . They are a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and learn more about the different nations that make up the Imjin Community .
Throughout the year the ASC organises trips to places like the Ascot Races and local areas of interest , as well as various other events and activities . There are also a variety of formal and informal clubs associated with the ASC to join including Innsworth Military Wives choir , the ASC walking club and Book Club . See the list below for more details .
How do I join ?
It couldn ’ t be easier . Email the ASC Secretary theascsecretary @ gmail . com for regular updates about ASC events . Or join our Facebook group www . facebook . com / groups / ARRCSocialClub
OUT AND ABOUT WITH WELFARE
ROYAL ASCOT Alice Havelkova
After a longer pause , Royal Ascot returned and we couldn ’ t miss it . What could be more British to experience ? The event was attended by 44 people from the Imjin community , including 9 children , who really enjoyed the day . All the ladies were very elegant , equipped of course with the necessary fascinators or hats so synonymous of Royal Ascot .
It was a long , exhausting and especially hot day full of experiences and fun which was spent in the Windsor enclosure . This area offered vast lawns , where we enjoyed a day-long picnic . There were plenty of refreshment options and a stage with live music in the area ; which was a welcome diversion and above all , offered some much-needed shade . It was fascinating to walk around and see all the ladies in their unusual dresses and hats .
In the afternoon , the races opened with a royal procession where we were lucky enough to see Princess Anne riding in a carriage with her family . The rest of the day was equally exciting ; especially if you like to place a bet or two . Some of us even were even lucky enough to win a little . The atmosphere of a giant crowd cheering at the finish line was electric and it was this part of the day which was the most popular with the children . Each race had their favourite and they cheered with real enthusiasm . With so much excitement , on the way back , most of us , except the kids of course , fell asleep on the bus .
We look forward to seeing you !
ASC activities / regular events :
Coffee mornings – hosted in turn by different nations – every month . Everyone is welcome , with or without children , and with visiting relatives . Held at the Community Centre .
International lunches - hosted in turn by different nations - every month . Everyone is welcome , with or without children , and with visiting relatives , booking required . Held at the Officers Mess .
Book Club – 1st Tuesday of the month at 8pm at the Community Centre .
Innsworth Military Wives Choir – Wednesdays 19:15
Fitness class with Sabrina – Wednesdays and Fridays 09:30
Yoga classes – Redwood Yoga ( Michelle ) Welfare Tots morning – Mondays 0930 Welfare Coffee morning – Fridays 0930
If you would like to contribute to any future articles , please email Marie Russo and Hannah Fortey at theimjin2021 @ gmail . com
ASC Chair Update
Once again , we said a sad farewell to all the families who left this summer but life at the ARRC never stands still and we offer a warm welcome to all those who have arrived this summer . I hope you enjoy your time here in the UK . Here at the ARRC we have a team of willing volunteers who bring people together through coffee mornings , international lunches , cultural visits , local walks , cooking clubs and various other events . The Club is free to join and open to all so please come along and join us . It has proven to be a really good way to make friends and find out what is going on when you have just arrived . Please look on the ASC Facebook page to find out about what events are happening over the period running up to Christmas .
If you would like to find out more , would like to volunteer to be on the committee or have an idea for an event then please email Sabrina at theascsecretary @ gmail . com
Amanda Borton ASC President
Innsworth Coworking Network
Running your own business , or working from home can get very lonely . It can sometimes seem like there is no one to turn to for advice , nor anyone to encourage you when you need it . say “ yes , you can do it !” That ’ s why the Innsworth Coworking Network and Hub was created .
On the first Thursday of every month , from 09:00 – 11:00 at the Imjin Barracks Community Centre , a space is available for those that “ WFH ” to come together . There are quiet spaces to work or take calls , group tables where you can collaborate and share ideas , and sofas to take that all important coffee break .
So far , the network has welcomed a huge variety of businesspeople , including : Virtual Assistants , Photographers , Yoga Instructors , Translators and Proofreaders to name just a few . Everyone has enjoyed the opportunity to share their experiences and knowledge , and to ask fellow entrepreneurs those “ stupid questions ”.
Alongside time to work , the Network also provides the opportunity for our members to be guest speakers . We have enjoyed a short yoga session to teach us some yoga poses that we can do from our desks , and we ’ ve also had a social media expert answer our questions and show us how we can make the most of our social media platforms .
We ’ d love to welcome along more members , so if you work from home , run your own business or are thinking of starting a business , then please come down and meet us ! It ’ s FREE to come along , with hot drinks and snacks available for a small cost . More details can be found on the “ Imjin Station Community ” Facebook page or from the Welfare Office in the Community Centre itself .
Michelle Sangan
22 WINTER 2022-23 the imjin