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January 2020
20:20 Vision by Duncan Grant
An exhibition of Duncan’s latest work inspired by his childhood, town and other stuff. Private view Friday 24th January, 6pm - 9pm.
Find out more »Big Garden Birdwatch
Record the wildlife you see in your garden for about 1 hour. Submit your reading on the RSPB website and be part of the 2020 BGBW!
Find out more »North West Kent Postcard Club Postcard Fair
Everyone welcome to this popular Postcard Fair. There will be dealers, displays, local books and refreshments. For more info: 01474 325507
Find out more »Desserts Around the World
Desserts From Around the World The second event of the Altogether Stronger project. Come along to this event at the Borough Market. The Altogether Stronger project is about bringing all sections of our diverse community together through food & music events through which we can better understand others and begin to value their experiences, creating a stronger and more cohesive community. As well as dessert making workshops by a Bake Off star and a local business, there will be free…
Find out more »Holocaust Memorial Day
You are very welcome to join The Mayor of Gravesham, Cllr Gurdip Ram Bungar, for a flag raising ceremony to commemorate all victims of the Holocaust. There will be exhibition in the Blake Gallery from Wednesday 22nd January to Friday 31st January to feature items donated by the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust. Also, a free workshop will take place at the Blake Gallery to create memorial flames on Saturday 25th February, 10:30am - 2:30pm.
Find out more »Tea Dance
Come along to a very friendly Tea Dance – Sequence Dancing, every Tuesday at St George’s Church Hall. Good fun and great exercise. Couples or singles – adults only. Beginners or experienced – all are welcome. Further info: 01474 320792 or 07913 230119
Find out more »101 Things You Never Knew About Garden Birds
How well do we really know our garden birds? Join Chris Ward to find out more!
Find out more »Song and Story Time with Eastgate Church
Come and meet other families and have fun, for under 5s and carers.
Find out more »The History Cafe – Gravesend, Gateway to the Thames
The History Cafe is an opportunity to learn more about the Borough, meet like minded people and enjoy a nice hot drink. Come and join us for a free monthly presentation by a local historian on a range of subjects relating to Gravesend and surrounding area. Christoph Bull leads this first session, discussing how Gravesend has developed as a Town with plenty of amusing stories along the way.
Find out more »Spirit Cafe
Come along to the Spirit Cafe, A Place of Encounter for Spiritual Readings, Peace Treatments, Physical Healings, Dream Interpretations and Spiritual Cleansings. Appointments open for walk-ins on the day and will be booked on a first come, first serve basis. All appointments are free of charge.
Find out more »February 2020
Saturday Market – Buy Local… Buy Fresh
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »Cheeki Monkeys Big Baby & Children’s Markets
Our Nearly New Baby Sales are community events for local families to make money while recycling unwanted items. Baby & Children’s Clothes - Maternity Wear - Nappies - Changing Stations - Toys - Books - DVD's - Name Letters - Bikes - TrikesSafety Gates - Baby Walkers - Baby Swings - Bouncy Chairs - Cots - Beds - Linen - Quilts - Cot Bumper Sets - Playpens - Prams – Buggies - Strollers - Car Seats - Highchairs - Baby…
Find out more »Gardens with Ian Nicholson
Come and listen to Ian Nicholson as he reads a selection of short stories from his fifth book ‘Gardens’ with tales ranging from medieval to futuristic. £2 per person including refreshments. Booking recommended: 03000 41 31 31 or gravesendlibrary@kent.gov.uk
Find out more »Friday Curiosities & Collectables
All welcome to the Friday Curiosities & Collectables Market.
Find out more »Spirit Cafe
Come along to the Spirit Cafe, A Place of Encounter for Spiritual Readings, Peace Treatments, Physical Healings, Dream Interpretations and Spiritual Cleansings. Appointments open for walk-ins on the day and will be booked on a first come, first serve basis. All appointments are free of charge.
Find out more »Saturday Market Buy Local…Buy Fresh
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »Vintage Fair
Join us for a day filled with vintage and retro fashion, accessories, jewellery, homeware, food and live entertainment.
Find out more »Forget-Me-Not-Vintage Fayre
Join us for a day filled with vintage and retro fashion, accessories, jewellery, homeware, food and live entertainment.
Find out more »Stone near Dartford- the tale of the incredible shrinking parish
Join local historian Christoph Bull for a talk about Stone near Dartford the tale of the incredible shrinking parish. Discover the story of a place that all have driven through, but rarely stopped to explore.
Find out more »Spirit Cafe
Come along to the Spirit Cafe, A Place of Encounter for Spiritual Readings, Peace Treatments, Physical Healings, Dream Interpretations and Spiritual Cleansings. Appointments open for walk-ins on the day and will be booked on a first come, first serve basis. All appointments are free of charge.
Find out more »Cold War Bunker Tours
Gravesend’s Cold War bunker is located within Woodlands park and was originally known as Civil Defence Region 6. The bunker was an underground command post, built in 1954, from which Gravesend’s rescue and emergency services were to be co-ordinated in the event of a nuclear attack. Its 13 rooms contained power and ventilation plant, communications areas for the command staff and various dormitories. Refurbished and re-equipped to look as it was in the 1950s, the bunker gives the visitor the…
Find out more »Annual General Meeting and Cheese and Wine Social
All welcome to our AGM and social. Why not come along and meet the friendly group and find out about the club. The event is free but donations welcome towards the buffet. There is a raffle to help club funds, bring a bloom and join in with the free just for fun best bloom competition. (Small prize) No need to book, free local parking. The years membership is only £15, hall meetings are free for members, Mar - Nov with…
Find out more »Saturday Market Buy Local…Buy Fresh
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »February Half Term Trail
Book your place online or pop in on the day to collect your trail sheet from the Visitor centre.
Find out more »Vinland
A dark, wintry Viking adventure brought to life through storytelling, animation, live drawing and music. Set sail with Freydis and her son Snorri on a Viking adventure brought to life through storytelling, animation, live drawing and music. Join her crew of explorers as they find out they’re not alone in this strange new land and come face to face with ghosts, monsters and wild gooseberries. Follow Snorri as he confronts an ancient spirit set on revenge and learns the truth about himself.…
Find out more »Climate Change & Our Own Gardens
Nature conservationist Dr Michael Lynn gives an expert speaker talk on the effect ‘global warming’ is having on our gardens. Michael will tell you what simple precautions you should be taking now.
Find out more »Ball Boys
This play is set during Wimbledon fortnight wherein 2 ball boys are plotting the ultimate revolutionary act. Whilst eschewing Marxist ideology they hatch a plan to strike against capitalism and proletariat. A darkly tragic comic piece of theatre and although written in the mid 1970s, it has a modern day resonance with recent political machinations. Starring Logan Mersh and Jonathan Smeed. Written by David Edgar. £10 on the door or contact 07904 963585
Find out more »Saturday Market Buy Local…Buy Fresh
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »Luddesdown – lovely and lonely: the story of Gravesham’s most isolated parish
Luddedown – lovely and lonely: the story of Gravesham’s most isolated parish (Illustrated talk with supper) Speaker: Christoph Bull On: Monday 24th February 2020 At: Reliance Restaurant, Queen Street, Gravesend Begins: 6pm for fish & chip supper with talk to follow. Price: £15 includes both supper and talk. Payment needed before evening as seats that are unpaid are sold on Booking essential as places are limited – Reliance Restaurant 01474 533593
Find out more »The History Cafe – The History of Gravesend Airport
The History Cafe is an opportunity to learn more about the Borough, meet like minded people and enjoy a nice hot drink. Come and join us for a free monthly presentation by a local historian on a range of subjects relating to Gravesend and surrounding area. John Tate presents a snapshot of Gravesend Airport from 1932 - 1958.
Find out more »Spirit Cafe
Come along to the Spirit Cafe, A Place of Encounter for Spiritual Readings, Peace Treatments, Physical Healings, Dream Interpretations and Spiritual Cleansings. Appointments open for walk-ins on the day and will be booked on a first come, first serve basis. All appointments are free of charge.
Find out more »Saturday Market Buy Local…Buy Fresh
Come along to buy fresh locally sourced produce from Gravesend Borough Market.
Find out more »Vintage Hornby trains Exhibition
All welcome to the very popular Vintage Hornby Trains Exhibition at St George’s Church Hall. Plus Trade Stalls. Adults: £3.50 Children: £2 (free if under 5) Family ticket: £8.00 Hot refreshments available. More info: 07879 651090
Find out more »March 2020
Handmade Fair
Come along to the Handmade Fair with dozens of local crafters under one roof, exhibiting an eclectic mix of hand crafted wares and taste bud tempting treats.
Find out more »See Me: Artists not Outsiders
Come along to The Blake Gallery for a group exhibition by artists supported by The National Autistic Society. Monday to Saturday: 9am - 8pm Sundays: 10am - 2pm.
Find out more »Going for RHS Chelsea Gold
Mig Kimpton - floral designer & winner of 13 RHS Chelsea medals- provides an interesting insight into exhibiting at the Chelsea Flower Show whilst demonstrating his floral art. These will be raffled during the evening. Mig says Chelsea is his favourite show.
Find out more »Cold War Bunker Tours
Gravesend’s Cold War bunker is located within Woodlands park and was originally known as Civil Defence Region 6. The bunker was an underground command post, built in 1954, from which Gravesend’s rescue and emergency services were to be co-ordinated in the event of a nuclear attack. Its 13 rooms contained power and ventilation plant, communications areas for the command staff and various dormitories. Refurbished and re-equipped to look as it was in the 1950s, the bunker gives the visitor the…
Find out more »The Fascinating and Secret Life of the Mole
Chris Stewart a professional mole catcher he will entertain us with a humorous but factual talk on the life of the mole, and the history of mole trapping. Chris is a regular guest on BBC radio Kent Sunday Gardening. There is a raffle to help club funds, bring a bloom and join in with the free just for fun best bloom competition. (Small prize) No need to book, free local parking. The years membership is only £15, hall meetings are…
Find out more »The History Cafe – A nostalgic look at Gravesend shops
The History Cafe is an opportunity to learn more about the Borough, meet like minded people and enjoy a nice hot drink. Come and join us for a free monthly presentation by a local historian on a range of subjects relating to Gravesend and surrounding area. Sandra Soder will be taking a look at past Gravesend shops using old photos and historic information. Come along and share your memories at this lovely nostalgic presentation.
Find out more »Twilight Market – Holistic & Psychic
Come along to experience an evening filled with holistic therapies, one to one psychic readings and platform mediumship. Food court, pop up bar and trade stands open throughout event.
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