Have fun meeting new people enjoying the same interests as you. From knitting clubs to wildlife groups there's something for everyone. Find an event near you! Or why not add your own?
22nd October - 7:30 PM
As featured on BBC Radio 4's Book of the Week, discover over 1,000 years of England's history through 25 extraordinary poems. Professor Catherine Clarke reveals how poetry can unlock the past in this fascinating literary journey. McGrigor Hall. Tickets £15. www.frintonliteraryfestival.co.uk/whats-on
Frinton Literary Festival22nd October - 7:30 PM
Print Competition Open Mono - Judge Alec Corton We are a friendly club for photographers of all levels of experience. We meet at Mistley Village Hall on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Thursday of the month at 7:30. Visitors welcome. https://e-voice.org.uk/manningtreeanddistrictphotographicsociety/
Manningtree And District Photographic Society23rd October - 11:00 AM
Autumn Talks at Jaywick Martello Tower. Join Kerrie Masters for this talk on Mudlarking and the stories hidden beneath our shores and riverbanks. £3 per talk, must be booked in advance. Doors open at 10.30am, free refreshments provided.
Jaywick Martello Tower23rd October - 2:00 PM
‘Bees & Beekeeping' - John Rosie of Braintree Beekeepers Assoc. Meetings open to members and potential members. Refreshments included. Stanway Community Centre, Villa Road, Stanway, Colchester, CO3 0RH. https://stanway.u3asite.uk/ Doors open 1.30pm.
U3a Stanway In Colchester24th October - 9:30 AM
We are a community of crafters who share a love of all crafts that involve paper! We welcome all crafters who would like to join our community whatever level you are whether you are a complete beginner or experienced, everyone is welcome at Brightlingsea United Church Chapel Road Brightlingsea.
Brightlingsea Papercraft Group24th October - 12:00 PM
A Grand Art and Photography Exhibition at Lift School, Thorpe le Soken CO16 0LQ on October 24th from 12 to 5pm. Featuring artists and photographers from around the area. Free entry and exhibits for sale. Parking and refreshments. Peruse the talent and fill that space on your wall.
Thorpe Festival Trust24th October - 1:00 PM
Enjoy a delicious two-course lunch with bestselling author and actress Caroline Quentin as she celebrates the beauty of nature, sharing stories and paintings from her beautifully illustrated new book Drawn to Nature. Tickets £49.50. www.frintonliteraryfestival.co.uk/whats-on
Frinton Literary Festival24th October - 3:00 PM
Cantate present A Rainbow of Songs: St James’s Church, Tower Rd, Clacton CO15 1LE. A fun afternoon of light songs from many genres, with beautiful flute & other instrumental music. In aid of St James Warm Welcome Appeal. Tickets £8 on the door. Hot drinks & homemade cake after. All are welcome!
Cantate Vocal Quartet24th October - 7:30 PM
Elinor Rolfe Johnson, our soloist in Mahler Symphony No 4 and Strauss - Four Last Songs, possesses a ‘commanding stage presence and the voice to match’ (Seen and Heard International). Tickets £18, under 25s free. More information and tickets at www.colchestersymphonyorchestra.org.uk
Colchester Symphony Orchestra25th October - 11:00 AM
Award-winning author Jane Rogers gives expert guidance and practical writing exercises. Learn how to create compelling characters, powerful openings and stories that linger long after the final sentence. Walton & Frinton Yacht Club. Tickets £25. www.frintonliteraryfestival.co.uk/whats-on
Frinton Literary Festival25th October - 3:00 PM
Enjoy afternoon tea with internationally bestselling author Rachel Joyce as she discusses her acclaimed new novel, The Homemade God. Includes an author talk, audience Q&A and books available to buy and sign. Frinton Links Golf Club. Tickets £49.50. https://www.frintonliteraryfestival.co.uk/whats-on
Frinton Literary Festival26th October - 2:00 PM
We normally meet on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 2:00 - 3:00pm. You are invited to join us for a chance to chat with others who are at different stages of coping with loss. Bereavement Team Members on hand. St John's Church Hall, Gt Clacton (behind the shops on North Road)
St John's Church, Gt Clacton26th October - 2:00 PM
We normally meet on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 2:00 - 3:00pm. You are invited to join us for a chance to chat with others who are at different stages of coping with loss. Bereavement Team Members on hand. St John's Church Hall, Gt Clacton (behind the shops on North Road)
St John's Church, Gt Clacton26th October - 2:00 PM
We normally meet on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 2:00 - 3:00pm. You are invited to join us for a chance to chat with others who are at different stages of coping with loss. Bereavement Team Members on hand. St John's Church Hall, Gt Clacton (behind the shops on North Road)
St John's Church, Gt Clacton26th October - 7:00 PM
Simon Moorcroft FRPSL gives a presentation on 'Manchester Postal History', at Soken House, The Triangle, Frinton on Sea, Essex. CO13 0AU. Contact Mick Carter.
Frinton And District Philatelic Society27th October - 1:30 PM
Family don't want hand knitted any more? don't lose your skills join us and knit for CHARITY blankets scarves hats mittens childrens jumpers and more We're at B'sea Community Centre 2nd and 4th Tuesdays each month 1:30 - 3:30 £3 per session pays for the hire of the room plus tea/coffee
The New Gift Box27th October - 2:00 PM
A social afternoon with refreshments is held twice a month on Tuesdays at Frinton Free Church for people living with dementia and their carers. The 2nd Tues in the month is a singing afternoon in the Church hall and the 4th Tues is an activity afternoon in the Oasis Cafe attached to the Church.
Frinton Free Church27th October - 2:10 PM
Rummikub Group meet every Tuesday at Holland Public Hall CO15 5UR. (next to library and Maffia's) car park at rear. Start at 2.10pm till 4.15pm. £2 including tea and coffee. All welcome.
Rummikub Group29th October - 6:45 PM
Fancy trying a new sport come along and join the Unicycle Club every Thursday Evening at the Thorrington Village Hall, Church Road, CO7 8HE. Beginners to Experts Ellie will teach you to ride our unicycles and then join in the fun and games and learn new tricks. £4.50 per session all ages welcome.
Ellie29th October - 7:30 PM
Stephen Harper will be presenting a talk on Mach Loop and Photographing Lynx in Spain. We are a friendly group of photographers with a range of interests and experience who meet at 7:30 on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Thursdays of the month at Mistley Village Hall. Visitors welcome
Manningtree And District Photographic Society