Member Events

We are committed to offering our members more value, and as part of this commitment we are scheduling monthly events for our members, to support with a range of topics that we know are important to you.

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List of events

MakaChat Live! Use it, don't lose it! (June)

* FREE. MEMBERS ONLY. 5pm-6pm, Tuesday 9th June 2026 * Learning Disability Week – Build confidence by learning the signs to communicate your health needs.

MakaChat Live! Use it, don't lose it! (July)

* FREE. MEMBERS ONLY. 1pm-2pm, Thursday 2nd July 2026 * Get summer-ready with safety tips, holiday chat, and signing practice.

Our Voices, Our Way

* FREE. ALL CAN ATTEND. 6pm-7pm, Wednesday 15th July 2026 * Makaton Users share their experiences of communication, accessible resources, living with a disability, and how Makaton supports independence, self-expression and connection with others.

MakaChat Live! Use it, don't lose it! (August)

* FREE. MEMBERS ONLY. 5pm-6pm, Wednesday 5th August 2026 * A fun, feel-good group song to celebrate the power of Makaton!

MakaChat Live! Use it, don't lose it! (September)

* FREE. MEMBERS ONLY. 6pm-7pm, Wednesday 9th September 2026 * Quiz Time! – Test your skills with a lively symbol and sign-based quiz challenge!

MakaChat Live! Use it, don't lose it! (October)

* FREE. MEMBERS ONLY. 1pm-2pm, Wednesday 7th October 2026 * Autumn Celebrations and Christmas Story – Explore autumn festivals, practice vocabulary, and create a magical winter story.

Diary of a Makaton user (part 4) + Live Q&A

* FREE. ALL CAN ATTEND. 6pm-7:30pm, Wednesday 21st October 2026 * Having used Makaton for over 40 years, Alex now shares her experiences of adult life in her 40s and the realities of looking ahead to later life.

MakaChat Live! Use it, don't lose it! (November)

* FREE. MEMBERS ONLY. 1pm-2pm, Wednesday 4th November 2026 * Warm up with festive conversations, winter resources, and seasonal signing fun.

MakaChat Live! Use it, don't lose it! (December)

* FREE. MEMBERS ONLY. 5pm-6pm, Wednesday 2nd December 2026 * Lift your spirits with cheerful Christmas songs and festive favourites!

Previous events

Recordings of previous events are available to Members (including free trial members) in the Makaton Library .