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December 2018
Midnight Holy Communion
All welcome to attend Midnight Holy Communion.
Find out more »Christmas Day Family Communion
Celebrate Christmas by attending the Christmas Day Family Communion.
Find out more »Winter Warmer Talk
Join Christoph Bull for a guided historical circular walk from Chalk to Shorne.
Find out more »Chalk to Shorne (Circular Road)
All welcome for a FREE walk with Christoph Bull.
Find out more »New Year Craft Activity
All welcome to enjoy New Year Craft Activity.
Find out more »January 2019
Birds, Bison, Bears & More
Join Duncan Macdonald for a talk about the past and present wildlife of Speyside and Scotland generally.
Find out more »Historic Swanscombe – a peep in the past
Join Christoph Bull for a guided historical walk around Swanscombe (if dry) or Swanscombe: puritans, pollution & politics (illustrated talk if wet). Meet at 11am outside the George & Dragon for the guided walk or St Peter’s & St Paul’s Church, Swanscombe if wet. Event is free - but booking required with Siobhan Schwartzberg on 07597969498 or siobhanschwartzberg@hotmail.co. Come and discover the story of your town and how it changed the world.
Find out more »Inside Out
Jackie Byrne and Fiona Spirals are pleased to offer FREE ‘Creative Art’ Workshops for 2019. Feel free to bring lunch.
Find out more »Rosherville Village and Gardens
All welcome to the lecture with Michael Thompson. Years membership - £12.00, for meetings and the latest copy of Historic Gravesham. For more information please contact Sandra Soder - 01474 363998
Find out more »Exhibition of Local History
Following the success of the exhibition held last September, this is a further opportunity to see and hear more about the various artefacts and publications of The Gravesend Historical Society. Display tables showing artefacts discovered by the society, photo boards and test yourself with the photo quiz. Author Lynda Smith will be in attendance to discuss her latest publication: Fun and Frivolity, 19th century amusements in Gravesend. Talk to local historians from the Society about history and how to become…
Find out more »Alice in Wonderland Workshop
Everybody is welcome to work on Absalom the Blue caterpillar for display on World Book Day. Only £3.00 with free refreshments. Drop in, have fun and get creative!
Find out more »Conservation Projects at Wildwood
Join Suzanne Kynaston for an overview of projects including the captive breeding of dormice and water voles.
Find out more »General Gordon Memorial Service
All welcome to attend the annual service of remembrance for the Borough’s friend and benefactor.
Find out more »Twilight Market-Health & Well Being. Friday 25 January, 6-9pm
Kick start a new you this year with a wide range of health, nutrition, fitness and complementary therapies on offer to try all under one roof! Visitors will also have the chance to win some amazing prizes with our raffle. Free Entry! There will be lots of activities including: Smoothie bike – free create your own smoothie whilst you cycle Aurora spa Personal Skin care consultation – chance to win a voucher for a free 90 min massage and a…
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 »Big Garden Birdwatch
Record the wildlife you see in your garden for 1 hour. Submit your results on the RSPB website and be part of the 2019 BGBW!
Find out more »Postcard Fair
Everyone is very welcome to North West Kent Postcard Club Postcard Fair. There will be dealers, displays, local books, refreshments and lots more. For more info: 01474 325507
Find out more »Song and Story Time
Gravesham Borough CouncilCome along to Song and Story Time with Eastgate Church.
Find out more »Ghost Stories – Tales of the Supernatural by The paper Cinema
LV21 is pleased to host this magical performance in Gravesend. Join the crew aboard for a wintry show for long, dark nights of ghostly tales brought to life through hand-drawn illustrations, masterful puppetry, cinematic projection and live music. Discover what happened when the Devil came to Cornwall, strange happenings in a bewitched house in Devon, ghostly apparitions in Shropshire and a headless rider in Savernake Forest, Wiltshire. Plus, more ghostly tales… Fascinating and imaginative storytellers, The Paper Cinema, create unique magical…
Find out more »February 2019
Table Top Sale
The PTA invites you to a Table Top sale. Sell your unwanted gifts, pre loved and second hand items. Make a few pennies and pick up a bargain. To book a table please email: pta@stjohnsprimary.kent.sch.uk
Find out more »Song and Story Time
Come along to Song and Story Time with Eastgate Church.
Find out more »AGM and Cheese and Wine Function
Chalk Village Gardeners invite you to come to their AGM and Cheese and Wine function. Hear about the events from 2018 and the full plans for 2019. No need to book. Free local parking and a regular bus service to the Lion Garage and just a short walk. Raffle to help club funds. Why not bring a bloom for the free ‘Just for fun Best Bloom Competition’ small prize.
Find out more »Comedy Night
The PTA invites you to a Comedy Night in the junior hall. Doors open at 19.15pm. Over 18’s only For tickets email: pta@stjohnsprimary.kent.sch.uk or contact via Facebook.
Find out more »Gravesend District Lion Club – Charity Quiz Night
All welcome to the Charity Quiz Night at Gravesend Conservative Club. Only £5 per person - teams of 4 - 6. Includes buffet (bar available).
Find out more »The Mummy of all Baby Events
Come along to the Cheeki Monkeys Big Baby & Children‘s Market. Save up to 90% on quality pre-loved goods! Clothes, toys, prams, cots, walkers, high chairs, books, playpens and much more!
Find out more »Inside Out
Jackie Byrne and Fiona Spirals are pleased to offer FREE ‘Creative Art’ Workshops for 2019. Feel free to bring lunch.
Find out more »Cobham Landscape Detectives
All welcome to the lecture with Andrew Mayfield. Years membership - £12.00, for meetings and the latest copy of Historic Gravesham. For more information please contact Sandra Soder - 01474 363998
Find out more »Pocahontas: the real story without Disney
Join local historian Christoph Bull, for a talk at Reliance Fish Bar. Gravesend’s connections with the New World are many, but none as important or as misunderstood as Pocahontas. The event starts at 6pm for a fish and chip supper and hot drink, followed by the illustrated talk. Booking essential - Reliance Restaurant 01474 533593
Find out more »Chinese New Year 2019 Year of the Pig
Chinese New Year is the longest and most important celebration in the Chinese calendar. The Chinese year begins on 5th February 2019. Celebrations can normally last for up to two weeks. The Lion will be woken at 11am on Community Square, before receiving traditional Chinese leaves from the Mayor of Gravesham. the Lion will make its way across the square before moving into the Woodville where you are invited to join us for some traditional Chinese entertainment.
Find out more »Shetland
All welcome to join Howard Vaughan and find out his adventures in Shetland. The special wildlife encountered by Howard in this northerly outpost of Britain. Admission includes refreshments: member £3.50 non member £ 4.50.
Find out more »Spirit Cafe
Drop in to the free Spirit Cafe, by the Queen Victoria statue, in Gravesend Borough Market. All welcome!
Find out more »Northfleet Guided Historical Tour – Ships, Cement & Socialists
Join Christoph Bull for a talk about Northfleet (if dry). Or Illustrated Talk ‘Secret History of Northfleet’ (if wet). Begins: 11am, War Memorial, The Hill, Northfleet (if dry) OR St Botolph’s Church, The Hill, Northfleet (if wet). The event is free but booking is required - Siobhan Schwartzberg 07597969498 or siobhanschwartzberg@hotmail.com If you think Northfleet is just a suburb of Gravesend with no history before cement - then think again!!
Find out more »The Mayor of Gravesham’s Charity Dinner
A Mayor’s charity fund raising event with music to suit all tastes. Tickets only £35.00 which includes: 3 course dinner, excellent entertainment and raffle. P{lease book by 2nd February 2019. Featuring Cameo Opera.
Find out more »Enchanted Event – Wed 20 February
This half-term join us for an Enchanted day in Gravesend Borough Market! Flame The Animatronic will be visiting for some fun. Come and meet her on one of her walkabouts. And if she is resting you can meet her babies Scorcher, Ember and Sapphire. Minimoo crafts will also be on hand so children can take part in a recyclable art and craft workshop. Storytime Session will have a real fairy visiting and reading one her favourite stories to the children.…
Find out more »The Good, the Bad & the Ugly
Nature conservationist Malcolm Jennings, gives an expert speaker talk on how to be a ‘green gardener’. But why should you bother? Malcolm will tell you what’s good, bad & ugly in your garden. For more information: 01474 363315 or 07770985965. Members: fee Non members: £3.50
Find out more »The Big Pet Event
A fabulous pet event is taking place at Gravesend Borough Market this February Half Term. There will be a market full of pet related stalls, you can take part in fun free activities and enjoy talks and advice from the animal experts. Includes: Pet Food, Pet Accessories, Pet Services, Expert Advice, Pet Health, Specialist Talks, Face Painting, Storytelling, Meet the Animals, Balloon Twisting, Vet School and lots more... Join the Big Pet Event Facebook page to find out all the…
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 »Vintage Hornby Trains Exhibition
All welcome to the Vintage Hornby Trains Exhibition at St George’s Church Hall. Includes trade stalls. Adults: £3.50 Children: £2 (free if under 5). Family ticket £8.00 Hot refreshments available. For more information: 07879651090
Find out more »Northfleet Memories
If you have some memories or stories about living in Northfleet then come along and share with others. Alyce Potter is creating a book and performance which will share all of your stories. There will be free tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits.
Find out more »Alice in Wonderland Workshop
Everybody is welcome to work on Absalom the Blue Caterpillar for display on World Book Day. Only £3.00 with free refreshments. Drop in, have fun and get creative!
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