Community Care Retreat 2025

Community Care Retreat 2025

LUNCH FROM MAKAN MALAYSIA INCLUDED IN EVERY TICKET (menu here!)

Sesame Organisation (previously known as EVR) is proud to announce the return of our annual flagship event, The Community Care Retreat 2025! This year we are collaborating with the Museum of the Home. Join us for a day dedicated to celebrating ESEA heritages and fostering strong mental health through a curated programme of workshops, a bustling market of ESEA-owned businesses, a delicious food offering, a thrilling selection of raffle prizes, and guaranteed good company - all at the beautiful Museum of the Home in London!

Everyone is welcome.

In the studio

12:00-14:00: Stop by Makan Malaysia’s catering table to claim your plate of food, included in every ticket

ALL DAY: Stroll through a bustling market and take your pick of the food, drink, desserts, crafts, trinkets, jewellery, clothing, home decor, stationery, ceramics, skincare, and more

ALL DAY: Take a seat and pick up a brush at Chong and Soh’s calligraphy station, then mosey on over to Xinyu’s nail bar to give your fingers a fresh new look.

In the garden

11:00-15:30: Enter our raffle for just £2 per entry. Winners announced at the end of the event!

ALL DAY: Four Winds Mahjong will be joining us to lead some teaching and free play. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or licensed pro, come prepared to challenge a friend

ALL DAY: A stunning playlist of ESEA tunes will form the perfect soundtrack for lots of mingling and meeting new friends

In the learning pavilion

These exclusive exciting workshops are first come first serve! Be first at the door to secure a lucky spot.

11:00-12:00: 12:30-14:00: Cook up a yummy sesame-themed storm with Lahpet’s head chef, Min!

12:30-14:00: Make your own bamboo woven fan with Yi Crafts!

14:45-15:30: Customise your own printed notebook with Kamipaper!

Whether you're looking to kick back and relax, or get stuck into our busy programme of workshops, activities, and markets, we can't wait to see you. More details coming soon on the @sesame_organisation page.

Thank you to the National Lottery's Community Fund for making this event possible.

Notes

All proceeds from tickets and the raffle will go towards helping Sesame Organisation provide free mental health services to our ESEA communities. To read more about our services, check out our website here: https://sesameorganisation.com/

If you would like to attend but find yourself unable to buy a ticket, please email at us info@sesameorganisation.com.

We cannot guarantee that food provided will accommodate for all allergens and dietary requirements.

Getting Here: The Museum of the Home has two different entrances. One is opposite Hoxton Station and the other is via Kingsland Road. Please use the entrance via Kingsland Road. When you arrive at the Museum of the Home please check in at the reception desk. Someone from our team will be there to greet you and direct you to our space. Please see this link under the tab ‘Getting Here’ for key information about what to expect. To learn more about the venue and its accessibility please see here: https://www.museumofthehome.org.uk/visit-us/access/

Photographs will be taken at this event for use on Sesame Organisation's socials and website. If you do not want your photo taken, please email info@sesameorganisation.com, and speak to a volunteer or staff member on the day. We will make sure you are not included in any future materials.

You are welcome to mask at this event. To help protect vulnerable people, if you test positive for COVID-19 or show symptoms, please do not come.

All are welcome, regardless of identity, ability, background, heritage, or age. We ask that all children are accompanied by adult.

If you have any further questions or concerns please contact info@sesameorganisation.com.