Wednesday 23rd July

We look forward to welcoming you to our eclectic mix of in person and zoom sessions. 

On Wednesday 23rd July MFC brings you the Dragon Café in the City project in collaboration with Shoe Lane Library and the City of London.  

Herbs for Health Summer special…

12:15PM (30 MINS) - Standing Stretch

Reenergise your day and stretch with Anya, Balance Garden. Wear your usual clothes.

In person at Shoe Lane Library and on Zoom.

12:50PM (20 MIN walk) - Walk to Museum of the order of St John Garden

We have exclusive use of their beautiful herbal garden today. Bring a picnic. Hot & cold drinks provided. Relax & Sketch in the herbal garden. With the DCC team.

In person. Walk with us from Shoe Lane Library or meet us there.

1:30PM (45 MINS) - 900 years of stories

Talk with historian Lester Hillman about the fascinating history of the order of St John & St John Ambulance.

In person at Museum of Order of St John, outside in herbal garden

3PM (60 MINS) - Herbal tonics

earn the healing properties of herbs with a focus on plants at their seasonal best. Make your own herbal-infused vinegar with fresh herbs from the garden. Take as a daily tonic or in cooking. Please bring a small clean jam jar. With Nat, Hackney Herbal.

Booking is essential. Limited number of spaces.

In person at Museum of Order of St John, in learning centre.

5:15PM (60 MINS) - Creative Writing

Join Lisa, Wordsmiths for this pressure-free supportive workshop. Focus on short writing tasks and imaginative free writing. The goal is enjoyment.

In person at Shoe Lane Library.