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St Elizabeth's Write a Will Fortnight, 14th May 2012 to 25th May 2012 at Perry green much hadham (20.7 miles)
An opportunity to get your will up to date from 14th-25th May and support your local Hertfordshire charity at the same time.
01279 844427 or visit St Elizabeth’s website for more information www.stelizabeths.org.uk.
Russells International Circus, 23rd May 2012 to 27th May 2012 at Sworders Field, The Causeway, Bishop's Stortford (20.5 miles)
Roll up roll up as Britains best circus makes a special visit to Bishops Stortford, featuring death defiying acts from around the globe, hilarious clowns to thrill and delight you, see the stars of Russias got talent and bring the kids to see our Toy Story tribute.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR DISCOUNT TICKETS www.russellscircus.co.uk TEL : 07752 218805
Go Solo, 24th May 2012 to 26th May 2012, 20:30 to 22:30 at Clifftown Theatre, Nelson St, Southend, Essex, Nelson Street, Southend-On-Sea (8.4 miles)
After three years of exploring the world of theatre together, the Physical Theatre Company take their final bold steps onto the stage - each one on their own.
We invite you to re-live your first day of school, read the Bible under the shadow of a council estate, follow a clown backstage, meet a fashion guru, a preacher from overseas, a singing vampire, Sleeping Beauty, Mary Poppins and… is that an elephant? 19 solos in one evening - a night to remember!
Devised by the company
Please note: Not suitable for younger audiences
01702 328335 / clifftown@essex.ac.uk / www.clifftowntheatre.co.uk
Thurs 24th – Sat 26th May
7:30pm / 2:30pm Saturday matinee
£8.00 / £5.00 concession
Blood Donation Session, 25th May 2012, 14:15 to 19:15 at Colchester, St Johns &Amp;Amp; Highwoods Com Ctr, Highwoods Square, Highwoods, Colchester (23.3 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:15 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:15
Girls wanna have Fun! , 25th May 2012, 19:00 to 23:55 at Chigwell, Essex (16 miles)
Join us for a girls night out – The best girlie nights in Essex!!
Start your evening with a glass of Chilled Pink Sparkling Wine followed by a 3 course choice menu served by our very own Essex Boys. Drag act entertainment, DJ till late.
Blood Donation Session, 28th May 2012, 14:00 to 19:45 at Leigh On Sea, St Peters Catholic Church, Eastwood Road North, Leigh-On-Sea (6 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:00 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:45
Blood Donation Session, 29th May 2012, 14:00 to 19:45 at Rayleigh, Rayleigh Parish Centre, Rectory Garth, Rayleigh (3.6 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:00 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:45
Act Locally, 31st May 2012 to 2nd June 2012, 8:30 to 9:10 at Clifftown Theatre, Nelson Street, Southend, Essex, Nelson Street, Southend-On-Sea (8.4 miles)
Inspired by local people, performed by local people…
4 local communities, 3 nights, 1 theatrical extravaganza!
Act Locally is a collection of Community plays performed by graduating students from East 15 Acting School and members of the local community. Everyone has a story to tell and these are just a few…
The Pebble Project: Thurs 7:30pm & Sat 7:30pm
Imagining alternative futures that contain the dreams of our childhood
Big and Grey: Thurs 8:30pm & Sat 8:30pm
What carers can’t say about those they shelter
Message in a Bottle: Fri 7:30pm & Sat 2:30pm
Young people share stories of their grandparents’ lives and find common ground
Truth be Told: Fri 8:30pm & Sat 3:30pm
Sentencing young people to success
**Tickets are just £3 per show!**
01702 328335 / clifftown@essex.ac.uk / www.clifftowntheatre.co.uk
NB: ‘The Pebble Project’ & ‘Message in a Bottle’ are suitable for all ages, ‘Big & Grey’ & ‘Truth be Told’ are not suitable for younger audiences
Andy Abraham's History of the Big Bands Tour 2012, 31st May 2012, 20:00 to 23:30 at Cliffs Pavillion, Southend (8 miles)
ANDY ABRAHAM’S HISTORY OF THE BIG BANDS
The History of the Big Bands features a 13 piece big band and vocals from the incredible Andy Abraham. Audiences will be transported on a magical musical journey revisiting the very best of the swing era.
The History of the Big Bands promises an outstanding evening of high energy, virtuoso musi¬cianship and wonderful songs. A fantastic show it’s sure to appeal to every big band fan and more.
Andy Abraham has sold in excess of half a million records with 3 albums, 3 UK wide tours and a recent stint on stage in London’s West End. In 2008 Andy was chosen to represent England at the Eurovision Song Contest, singing to 600 million viewers worldwide.
Tickets: £23-£16
www.historyofthebigbands.com
Blood Donation Session, 1st June 2012, 14:00 to 19:15 at Colchester, Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester (22.3 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:00 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:15
Blood Donation Session, 1st June 2012, 14:15 to 19:15 at Colchester, St Johns &Amp;Amp; Highwoods Com Ctr, Highwoods Square, Highwoods, Colchester (23.3 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:15 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:15
Castle Adventure , 2nd June 2012 to 10th June 2012, 1:00 to 0:59 at Colchester Castle (22 miles)
Saturday 2nd June, Monday 4th – Saturday 9th June.
Join a costumed tour guide for this fun look at Colchester Castle. Climb the largest Norman staircase in Europe and marvel at the views from the roof.
Tours at 10.30am and 11.30am.
£1.50 per adult, £1 per child.
There is no need to pre-book for this event.
Blood Donation Session, 5th June 2012, 9:30 to 12:30 at Hockley, Greensward Academy, Greensward Lane, Hockley (5.4 miles)
Come and donate blood between 09:30 and 12:30
Meet a Roman Soldier , 6th June 2012 to 7th June 2012, 1:00 to 0:59 at Colchester Castle (22 miles)
A Roman soldier gives you a chance to view armour and weapons as you hear about his life in the army.
Sessions at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.
Free (after normal admission to the Castle).
There is no need to pre-book for this event.
Clay Sundials , 6th June 2012 to 9th June 2012, 1:00 to 0:59 at Hollytress Museum (22 miles)
Wednesday 6th and Friday 8th June.
How would you tell the time before clocks and watches were invented? Work with an artist to create your own clay sundial.
Sessions at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.
£2 per person.
These events are very popular so booking is essential, book in advance by calling 01206 282940 or by dropping into Hollytrees Museum, Colchester.
Blood Donation Session, 6th June 2012, 14:00 to 19:45 at South Woodham Ferrers, William De Ferrers High School, Trinity Square, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford (4.2 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:00 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:45
Keep Napoleon Out! , 8th June 2012 to 9th June 2012, 1:00 to 0:59 at Colchester Castle (22 miles)
Take a trip back 200 years in this fun hands-on activity. Dress in the finery of a dragoon and take part in a ‘sabre-sword’ drill with fellow-visitors.
Sessions at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm.
Free (after normal admission to the Castle).
There is no need to pre-book for this event.
Snakes and Co , 8th June 2012 to 9th June 2012, 1:00 to 0:59 at Natural History Museum, Colchester (21.9 miles)
Come and meet a whole host of animals including snakes and many of their reptilian, arachnid and amphibian friends.
Drop-in 12pm-4pm.
£1.50 per person (2yrs and under free).
There is no need to pre-book for this event.
Blood Donation Session, 8th June 2012, 14:15 to 19:15 at Colchester, St Johns &Amp;Amp; Highwoods Com Ctr, Highwoods Square, Highwoods, Colchester (23.3 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:15 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:15
Monsters, Myths & Mermaids, 8th June 2012, 15:00 to 17:00 at Harlow library, Cross Street, Harlow (18.4 miles)
Come along to Harlow Library between 2pm and 4pm on Friday 8th June. Create a dragon and mermaid with the artist. Fun family activities. Free prize draw - win tickets to the Sparks Will Fly Finale.
In the Prisons…. , 9th June 2012 to 11th June 2012, 1:00 to 0:59 at Colchester Castle (22 miles)
Meet Nick the Gaoler and his wife as they describe the harsh life of prisoners in their cells. Would you survive gaol fever? These plays take place in the actual prisons of Colchester Castle!
Performances at 11am (Sat only), 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm.
Free (after normal admission to the Castle).
There is no need to pre-book for this event.
Blood Donation Session, 12th June 2012, 14:00 to 19:45 at Rayleigh, Rayleigh Parish Centre, Rectory Garth, Rayleigh (3.6 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:00 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:45
Blood Donation Session, 13th June 2012, 14:00 to 19:45 at Southend, Belle Vue Baptist Church, Belle Vue Avenue, Southend-On-Sea (8.9 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:00 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:45
Blood Donation Session, 13th June 2012, 14:30 to 19:30 at Burnham On Crouch, Carnival Hall, Devonshire Road, Burnham-On-Crouch (11.1 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:30 and 16:00 or between 17:00 and 19:30
Ladies Glitz & Glamour Evening, 16th June 2012, 18:00 at The Arts Centre, Haslers Lane, Dunmow (16.5 miles)
We would like to invite you to take part in this wonderful event in which you can either sell your products or invite people to have a treatment done. Services include cupcakes, tarot card readings, handmade jewellery, massages, manicures/pedicures, indian head massage, chocolate, a raffle and lots more! Spaces are priced at £20 and 20% of your takings will be given to the Arts Centre if your takings are over £200. If you require a table, they are priced at £5 We will be holding a raffle and require all stall holders to donate a raffle prize or voucher. We are expecting around 300 people to this event, invitations will be sent out to various women's groups and all surrounding local stores.
Doors open at 6pm, stall holders can set up from 4pm. Entry is only £2 each. For more information, or if you’d like to participate, email Mikki on romeasycasting@aol.com or call 01371878020
Fathers Day Lunch , 17th June 2012 at Chigwell, Essex (16 miles)
Join us for Father’s Day Lunch with 3 course menu, Live entertainment & a present for Dad!!
0208 559 8714
info@mooros.co.uk
www.mooros.co.uk
Blood Donation Session, 17th June 2012, 10:15 to 16:15 at Colchester, Wilson Marriage Centre, Barrack Street, Colchester (22 miles)
Come and donate blood between 10:15 and 12:30 or between 14:00 and 16:15
Much Hadham Open Gardens & Historical Walk, 17th June 2012, 12:00 to 17:00 at Perry green much hadham (20.7 miles)
Opened on our behalf, this is your chance to enjoy many unique and varied gardens in the village of Much Hadham, with new gardens taking part and historical tours around the village this year that will enhance your enjoyment and visit to one of Britain’s prettiest villages.
Tickets, garden guides and refreshments will be available from The Forge Museum, High Street, Much Hadham SG10 6BS. Adults £5 entrance. Children free. No dogs.
Contact Bridgette Hutchins, Events Co-ordinator 01279 844347 or email Bridgette.hutchins@stelizabeths.org.uk for more information
Blood Donation Session, 21st June 2012, 14:00 to 19:45 at Rochford, Congregational Church, Weir Pond Road, Rochford (7.2 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:00 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:45
Blood Donation Session, 22nd June 2012, 14:00 to 19:15 at Maldon, Maldon Sports &Amp;Amp; Social Club, Park Drive, Maldon (9.2 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:00 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:15
Town Centre Partnership event., 23rd June 2012, 11:00 to 15:00 at Victoria Circus, Victoria Plaza, Southend-On-Sea (8.4 miles)
Don't miss it!
Urban Sports, 23rd June 2012, 11:00 to 16:00 at Southchurch Park, Northumberland Crescent, Southend-On-Sea (9.3 miles)
3 x DJ Sets, Basketball freestyle demo& workshop, 2 x Beatbox performances, Football freestyle performance & workshop, Street dance demos & participation opportunities, 2 x Mass demos of all activities
Southend RNLI open Weekend, 23rd June 2012 to 24th June 2012, 12:00 to 16:00 at Southend Pier - Lifeboat Station, Western Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea (8.6 miles)
Southend RNLI Open Weekend on 23rd and 24th June is your chance to get up close to the boats and to meet the volunteer lifeboat crew. Visitors are welcome between midday and 4pm, with 2 lifeboats and the Hovercraft taking part in waterborne demonstrations at 2pm and 4pm on both days.
Battle of the Bands, 23rd June 2012, 19:30 at Chinnery's, southend , Marine Parade, Southend-On-Sea (8.8 miles)
Vote for your favourite local band and support their rise to the top. Battle of the Bands uses social media to allow you to be part of the judging process. Go to www.facebook.com/southendfestival for an entry form and like your favourite performance. Bands, acoustic and solo performances are welcome.
Chelmsford Chess Club meet at North Springfield Community Association, Forsythia Close, Chelmsford (8.6 miles)
Chelmsford Chess Club is an established and sucessful chess club with over 30 full-time members, whose standards range from beginner through to county level. Affiliated to the British Chess Federation, the club competes in the North Essex Chess League (NECL) where, this year, it's highly successful 'A' team were crowned League Champions for the 3rd successive season. In all, the club fields 4 teams in the league, providing all members with the opportunity to experience competitive chess. It also hosts an annual Club Championship as well as a time-handicapped 'Summer Tournament'.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Chelmsford Ice Dance Club meet at Riverside Ice and Leisure Centre, Victoria Road, Chelmsford (7.6 miles)
Riverside Ice Dance Club is based at the Riverside Ice and Leisure Centre in Chelmsford and meet on Tuesday evenings 6.45 - 8 p.m. New members and visiting skaters are welcomed.
If you'd like more information, you can visit thier website
Chelmsford Opera Group meet at Great Baddow United Reform Church, High Street, Great Baddow, Chelmsford (6.3 miles)
We welcome singers of any ability to join us to have some fun. Monday nights at 8pm until 10pm at Great Baddow united reform church
We are rehearsing for July's performance of Carmen at Cramphorn theatre. We still need to fill some main roles...Don Jose,Escamillo,Morales, El Remendado and Frasquita
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Frank Midgley on 01376 511513 or email Frank Midgley
Chelmsford Riverside Ice Skating Club meet at Riverside Ice & Leisure Centre, Victoria Road, Chelmsford (7.7 miles)
Affiliated to NISA (National Ice Skating Association of UK) based at the Riverside Ice & Leisure Centre in Chelmsford. Our skaters meet at "Club Nights" each Friday where they get an hour of on-ice activity with 2 Professionals organising games, discos, stroking etc.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Dreamcatchers WDC meet at Keene Hall, Galleywood, Watchouse Road, Chelmsford (5.6 miles)
As from Saturday November 27th 2004, Dreamcatchers WDC are moving to a new venue - Keene Hall, Galleywood
Although we are still using Marconi's Sports and Athletic Club for certain nights in 2005.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Sam/Ruth on 01245 252995 or 07740 302795, email Sam/Ruth or visit thier website
Essex Acorn User Group meet at Great Baddow Village Hall (6.5 miles)
Each meeting is on the second Tuesday of the month.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Futuristics Baton Twirlers meet at Broomfield Methodist Church (Hall), Main Road, Broomfield, Chelmsford (9 miles)
Open to girls and boys aged from 2 1/2 years to have FUN and make new friends and learn how to twirl a baton, use pom poms, have the chance to take part in competitions, carnivals and displays.
We meet Thursdays with different sessions based on age: Tiny Tots 'A' group - 2 1/2 years - 3 1/2 years - 4-4.30pm
Tiny Tots 'B' group - 3 1/2 years - 5 years - 4.30-5pm
Juvenile Beginners - 6-9 years - 5-6pm
Junior Beginners - 10-12 years - 5-7pm
Seniors - 13+ years - 5-7pm
Come along and have a try for FREE (Subject to availability).
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01245 444059 or visit thier website
Grove Tennis Club meet at Grove Lawn Tennis Club, Moulsham Drive, Chelmsford (6.9 miles)
Grove Tennis Club welcome upcoming tennis stars of all ages
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Horseshoe CMC meet at Barstable Community Centre, South Riding, Basildon (2.8 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Roy and Jen on 01268 728738 or 07837 063080
Latchingdon Corral CMC meet at Parish hall, Burnham Road, Latchingdon, Chelmsford (8.4 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Linda & Brian on 01621 741898
Nashville CWMC meet at Laindon Community Centre, Aston Road, Basildon (4.4 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Jean on 01268 280239
Pardners CMC meet at The Clarence Rooms, Southend Conservative Club, Clarence Street, Southend-On-Sea (8.5 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01702 232114
Pardners Country Music Club meet at The Clarence Rooms, Southend Conservative Club, Clarence Street, Clarence Street, Southend-On-Sea (8.5 miles)
Every Wednesday evening 8pm to 11pm - Admission £4.00
Live Bands, Great Atmosphere, Dancing, Bar, Food, Raffle and Large Car Park
This is a traditional Country Music Club with no Line Dancing.
Unfortunately we cannot allow children at this venue
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Colin on 01702 232114, email Colin or visit thier website
Rancho Grande meet at Orsett Cock, Stanford Road, Orsett, Grays (8.2 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Dave on 01375 841207
Rotaract Club of Southend meet at TEAC Wheelbase Club, Eastern Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea (9.4 miles)
Roteract is a club for 18 to 30 year olds meeting every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. We do fundraising and community projects around Southend. Last year we raised £1250 for Bosom Pals, £500 for the Southend Night Shelter and £200 for Mcmillan Nurses.
We also have a very full social calendar. We go to the cinema, have pub/club nights, pool competitions, bowling, dvd nights, poker nights (for fun), meals out, melas in cooked by one of the members.
If you'd like more information, you can email Katy Clarke or visit thier website
Silver Wings meet at Marconi Athletic & Social Club, Beehive Lane, Chelmsford (6.5 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Russell on 01245 601796
Silverado CWMC meet at BAE Systems Hall, Gardiners Lane South, Basildon (1.9 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Allen/Jean on 01708 472537
Smokey Mountain CWC meet at Blue House Community Centre, Laindon Link, Basildon (4.1 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Jackie on 01268 413159
South Essex Gymnastics Club meet at Basildon Sporting Village (3.3 miles)
We offer parent and toddler classes that are open for anybody to come with their children and structured Pre-school classes for children from the age of 2 years.
We offer one hour Gymschool classes for children who are at full time school and are beginners. We also offer a slightly more advanced class that lasts for two hours.
We have squad groups in all three of our disciplines; Men’s and Women’s Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnastics. They train from one day a week to six days a week depending on their level of ability.
We have classes for adult gymnastics, freestyle and disability gymnastics. We also run fun sessions in the holidays and the gym is available at the weekends to host parties.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01268 722479 or visit thier website
T.E.A.C. Social Club meet at 111 Eastern Esplanade, Eastern Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea (9.4 miles)
The Southend-on-Sea T.E.A.C. is a Social club for all ages, Families with or without children, singles and couples. The Club is now currently inviting new memberships for enrolment to a club with class and great entertainment venues throughout the year, both for adults and families with children. The club is open 7 days a week from 12 noon till 11pm. The club also offers a great food menu at lunchtimes, which start from £1.50 & are available every week on Mon, Tues, Thurs, & Fridays. Plus bar Snakes and Sandwiches/Rolls every day. Enjoy a drink looking over the Thames Estuary through our panoramic windows.
“The T.E.A.C. look forward to seeing and meeting you as a new member"
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01702 463331
Waco's CWC meet at South Hanningfield Village Hall, South Hanningfield Road (1.9 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01268 726270