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 March - 11:00 AM
From Hong Kong, Chan begins life anew in the UK with memories and stories of her late father ’Old Bean’(a Hong Kong term for Dad).Weaving fragments of loss,adaptation,rediscovery into a tapestry of identity and belonging.Free.Lakelands Centre, Colchester, CO3 8DX. general@catlab.online / 07935474310
Chan’s Applied Theatre Lab X Mindfulness And Story Hub22nd March - 1:30 PM
From Hong Kong, Chan begins life anew in the UK with memories and stories of her late father ’Old Bean’(a Hong Kong term for Dad).Weaving fragments of loss,adaptation,rediscovery into a tapestry of identity and belonging.Free.Lakelands Centre, Colchester, CO3 8DX. general@catlab.online / 07935474310
Chan’s Applied Theatre Lab X Mindfulness And Story Hub22nd March - 3:00 PM
West Bergholt Concert Band return to the West Cliff Theatre for an afternoon of music from the Big Bands, Mozart, Films, Musicals, Pop, Country and more, all delivered in the band’s entertaining style. Tickets £8.50/£7.50 in aid of the Tom Bowdidge Youth Cancer Foundation. See wbcb.org for details.
West Bergholt Concert Band & Training Band22nd March - 4:00 PM
A leading quartet that has emerged from the Czech school of performance. Programme Mozart, Smetana and Schubert. Tickets £18 via website www.svam.org.uk or call 01206 298426. Venue: St Mary's Church East Bergholt CO7 6TG
Stour Valley Arts And Music (Svam)23rd March - 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 Clacton23rd March - 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 Clacton23rd March - 2:00 PM
@ Pier Avenue Baptist Church, Clacton. 2pm-4pm, Music, entertainment, raffle, tea & cake. Over 55's, everyone welcome. We can provide transport, please call for further information.
Darby & Joan Club23rd March - 3:00 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 Clacton24th March - 1:30 PM
We are a small group of ladies knitting for CHARITY, blankets, hats, scarves, mittens, twiddle muffs, seaman's hats. We meet on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at B'sea Community Centre. Wool provided when available. £2:50 per meeting pays for rental of the room plus tea/coffee. Come and join us.
The New Gift Box24th March - 1:30 PM
Mayday Friendship Group in Clacton, a group for those who desire social life and opportunities for mutual support who might find socialising difficult. We meet every Tuesday afternoon. Once a month is a party to celebrate member birthdays or other significance. Please get in touch for further info
Mayday Mental Health Community24th March - 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 Church24th March - 2:10 PM
Rummikub Group meet every Tuesday at Holland Public Hall CO15 5UR (next to library and Maffia's). Car park at rear. Starts at 2.10 till 4.15pm £2including tea and coffee. All welcome.
Rummikub Group24th March - 7:30 PM
A hilarious comedy starring Olivia Coleman and Benedict Cumberbatch as a married couple who fall out spectacularly and very entertainingly. It is saved from becoming too venomous by the innate warmth and self-deprecating humour of the two leads, and the scenery of California is gorgeous.
Moving Image Wivenhoe24th March - 8:00 PM
Every second and fourth Tuesday in each month there is a quiz held at the Three Jays Pub in Jaywick. Only £1 to enter per person. All proceeds go to charity. Please book a table in advance.
Three Jays Quiz25th March - 2:00 PM
Tendring U3A Pétanque group meet every Wednesday at Ship Pub Kirby. All U3A members welcome, For more information please contact Keith
U3 A26th March - 2:00 PM
A fun gentle exercise group for all ages and abilities to improve general mobility and wellbeing. All exercises can be done seated. No special clothing or footwear required, just dress to feel comfortable. 2-3pm. No charge. At Emmanuel Church, New Pier St, Walton on Naze CO14 8EB
Emmanuel Church, New Pier St, Walton On The Naze Co14 8 Eb26th March - 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.
Ellie26th March - 7:30 PM
Colchester Sugarcraft Association invites you to join us at Stanway Community Hall Villa Rd Stanway CO30RH for a Sugarcraft Demonstration by Jacqui Kelly An Easter Theme.7.30pm Refreshments included £5 for visitors.A warm welcome is quarenteed and the Demonstration is suitable for anyone.
Colchester Sugarcraft Association26th March - 7:30 PM
PDI Competition - Abstract and/or minimalism We're a friendly group of photography enthusiasts who normally meet on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Thursdays of the month 7.30pm, Mistley Village Hall. Visitors welcome. See website https://e-voice.org.uk/manningtreeanddistrictphotographicsociety/ for info.
Manningtree And District Photographic Society27th March - 11:00 AM
In 1904, the Royal Navy and Army joined forces for the first time in a major invasion exercise between Clacton and Holland‑on‑Sea, aiming to ‘take’ Witham. Hear the full story with Frances Boardman. £3 per talk, must be booked in advance. Doors open at 10.30am, free refreshments provided.
Jaywick Martello Tower