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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 (8.7 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 (15.3 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:15 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:15
10th Birthday Bash, 26th May 2012 to 28th May 2012, 1:00 to 0:59 at Jimmy's Farm, Wherstead (24 miles)
10th Anniversary Birthday Bash!
Saturday 26th May and Sunday 27th May
Doesn't time fly when you're having fun.. or should that be PIGS!!! It's now our 10th Year and we want to celebrate with you all.
Saturday 26th May and Sunday 27th May 10am-5pm
Family Fun, Giant Inflatable Slide, Carousel, Bouncy Castle, Welly Wanging with Joules. Pottery Painting, Spinney Pig, Great Food, Drink and Entertainment… and more!!
Live entertainment includes our friends Sam & Daisy and fabulous band Proposition
Free Entry to the celebrations * normal charges apply to the Nature Trail.
EVENING CELEBRATIONS Saturday 26th May- 7pm- Late
JOIN JIMMY & HIS SPECIAL GUESTS For an evening of Delicious Food, Fantastic Company and Fabulous Live bands
Special three course a la carte birthday menu available at £30. A wonderful opportunity to try amazing food at affordable prices!!
We are very lucky to be supported by Live Bands including The Robbie Boyd Band and Killamonjambo!
The Evening will draw to a close with the Fabulous Inner Spin (Fire Spinners)
Photography Workshop: Formal Elements, 27th May 2012, 10:00 to 13:00 at Landguard Point, View Point Road, Felixstowe (24.5 miles)
The Landguard Peninsula at Felixstowe in Suffolk is a great untapped resource for photographic opportunities - huge container ships, wonderful wildlife, unique objects at the Felixstowe Museum and the historic Landguard Fort.
Join us for one of our Photography Workshops, led by the award-winning local professional photographer James Fletcher.
The workshop will take you through different elements such as shape, colour, texture and pattern and help you focus on these things and look at the world in a different way. James will guide you through each section and set you tasks, but is also available to answer any questions relating to photography and new techniques you may wish to master. He will spend time with each student and give advice on a one to one basis. At the end of the session we will have the opportunity to review the images and discuss what has been learnt.
£25.00 per person. You must pre-book in advance for this workshop
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 (8.7 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 (9.3 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 (8.7 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 (9 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 (14.3 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 (15.3 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 (14 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.
Landguard Fort Jubilee Trail, 2nd June 2012 to 10th June 2012, 10:00 to 17:00 at Landguard Fort, View Point Road, Felixstowe (24.5 miles)
Hunt out the clues around Landguard Fort - and join in the Jubilee fun. Normal admission charges for the Fort apply, plus £1.00 for a trail sheet. 01394 675900. operations@landguard.com wwww.landguard.com
Best of British Jubilee celebrations, 5th June 2012 to 6th June 2012, 1:00 to 0:59 at Jimmy's Farm, Pannington Hall lane, Wherstead, Wherstead (24 miles)
The Best of British event is all about celebrating the best parts of Britain that we love! From arts and crafts stalls, to great food and drink, we cater for all!
There will be a "Battle of the cakes - Bake off competition" which will be judged from 2pm and if you would like to take part then please call the office for more details on 01473 604206.
Blood Donation Session, 5th June 2012, 9:30 to 12:30 at Hockley, Greensward Academy, Greensward Lane, Hockley (6.9 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 (14 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 (14 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.
Jubilee Fun Day, 6th June 2012, 12:00 to 16:00 at Felixstowe Museum, View Point Road, Felixstowe (24.5 miles)
Join in the Jubilee fun at Felixstowe Museum, including face-painting, Kings and Queen quiz, making crowns and colouring-in. Meet our very own 'Queen of Felixstowe' in her throne room and receive your knighthood! All activities are included in the one price - children £4.00, adults £1.00. 01394 675283. enquiries@landguardpartnership.org.uk www.discoverlandguard.co.uk
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 (7.8 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 (14 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 (13.9 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 (15.3 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:15 and 15:45 or between 17:00 and 19:15
In the Prisons…. , 9th June 2012 to 11th June 2012, 1:00 to 0:59 at Colchester Castle (14 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 (9.3 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 (8.2 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 (1.9 miles)
Come and donate blood between 14:30 and 16:00 or between 17:00 and 19:30
Blood Donation Session, 13th June 2012, 15:30 to 21:00 at HARWICH, THE PARK PAVILION, Barrack Lane, Harwich (23.8 miles)
Come and donate blood between 13:30 and 15:30 or between 17:00 and 19:00
Ladies Glitz & Glamour Evening, 16th June 2012, 18:00 at The Arts Centre, Haslers Lane, Dunmow (21.2 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
Musical Evening at Landguard Fort, 16th June 2012, 19:00 to 21:30 at Landguard Fort, View Point Road, Felixstowe (24.5 miles)
Enjoy a selection of live music at the historic Fort. The programme includes the Gippeswyk Singers, plus local school choirs.
Blood Donation Session, 17th June 2012, 10:15 to 16:15 at Colchester, Wilson Marriage Centre, Barrack Street, Colchester (13.8 miles)
Come and donate blood between 10:15 and 12:30 or between 14:00 and 16:15
Blood Donation Session, 21st June 2012, 14:00 to 19:45 at Rochford, Congregational Church, Weir Pond Road, Rochford (6.5 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 (6.3 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 (8.5 miles)
Don't miss it!
Urban Sports, 23rd June 2012, 11:00 to 16:00 at Southchurch Park, Northumberland Crescent, Southend-On-Sea (8.4 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 (8.9 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.
A Musical Soiree at Landguard Fort, 23rd June 2012, 19:00 to 21:30 at Landguard Fort, View Point Road, Felixstowe (24.5 miles)
An evening of live music at the historic Fort, featuring the Gippeswyk Singers and local school choirs. Programme will include English madrigals, French chansons, sea songs and modern "pop" numbers. Normal admission charges for the Fort apply. 01394 675900. operations@landguard.com www.landguard.com
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.
Are you retired? On your own, lonely and in need of fellowship? meet at Christian Outreach Centre, Broad Street Green Road, Great Totham, Maldon (7 miles)
Why not join us, a Christian based club for men and women that is open to non-Christians. Sing a hymn of your younger days, share memories and have someone to have a game of draughts, dominoes etc. There will always be someone to have a have a chat with or you could join in a singalong! Come have a tea or coffee and make new friends. We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Buffalo Springs CMC meet at Tolleshunt Knights Village Hall, Top Road, Tolleshunt Knights, Maldon (8.4 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01245 491252 or 01245 281488
Gap Youth Group meet at Christian Outreach Centre, Broad Street Green Road, Great Totham, Maldon (7 miles)
The vision of the Gap Youth Group is aimed at young people between the ages of 11-16. However, young people who are above this age range are welcome to take part. The name of the group the GAP means to bridge the gap with the young community in Heybridge and Maldon. It provides a youth orientated club with relevant bible teaching and worship. This is combined with plenty of fun, indoor and outdoor activities.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Latchingdon Corral CMC meet at Parish hall, Burnham Road, Latchingdon, Chelmsford (3.8 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
Pardners CMC meet at The Clarence Rooms, Southend Conservative Club, Clarence Street, Southend-On-Sea (8.7 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 (8.7 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
Rotaract Club of Southend meet at TEAC Wheelbase Club, Eastern Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea (8.7 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
Sunbeams meet at Christian Outreach Centre, Broad Street Green Road, Great Totham, Maldon (7 miles)
Sunbeams is a new Toddler Group in Heybridge for all pre-school children. The group runs every term-time Tuesday from 9.30am-11.30am. Our group meets at the Christian Outreach Centre in Heybridge for a morning of fun, games, crafts, and singing! We hope to see you there
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
T.E.A.C. Social Club meet at 111 Eastern Esplanade, Eastern Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea (8.7 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
The Fun Factory meet at Christian Outreach Centre, Broad Street Green Road, Great Totham, Maldon (7 miles)
An evening club for children aged between 5 and 11. The Fun Factory is held every Tuesday evening between 5.30pm and 6.30pm during term time and features games, stories competitions and the now-legendary, joke contest!
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Tiptree United CMC meet at Tiptree Social Club, Chapel Road, Tiptree, Colchester (9.2 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Graham on 01245 491252