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Horsham Chamber

Choir will perform a folk concert in the Hall of St John’s Roman Catholic Church, Horsham on Saturday 24 June, 7.30pm. Under the youthful and vibrant baton of Tim Peters, the Choir will perform with BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nominees The Drystones in this, the first in a series of concerts celebrating choral folk from around the world. The music will come from the British Isles, with modern interpretations of songs such as Wild Mountain Thyme and Danny Boy from Scotland, Suo Gan from Wales and I Love My Love from Cornwall. Tickets on the door or in advance from horsham-chamberchoir.org.uk

Coolham Live Music

Club welcomes Dom Martin to GT’s Stables on 11 June, followed by Rudy Warman and the Heavy Weather on 23 July. Both gigs have sold out, but the club has announced that Liverpudlian band Xander and the Peace Pirates will make a rare trip south for a gig on 9 September. The band, who recently performed in Nashville, is fronted by Keith Xander, who was born without a lower right arm but has mastered the electric guitar using a prosthetic. Jazz Morley also plays on the evening. The event is likely to sell out quickly, so don’t delay. coolhamlivemusicclub

Christ’s Hospital Choral Society marks the Coronation of King Charles III with a concert of The King’s Music at The Chapel, Christ’s Hospital School, RH13 0LJ, on Saturday 17 June, 7.30pm. The concert, on the day of the King’s official birthday, will feature Handel’s Zadok the Priest, Parry’s I Was Glad, Vaughan Williams’ Old Hundredth Psalm Tune, as well as pieces by Elgar, Stainer, Ireland, and Howells. The concert will be conducted by Verity Bramson, the choral society’s new Musical Director, with Jon Lee as accompanist. The event will supports Chestnut Tree House Hospice. Tickets £12.50 (£10 concessions/£5 children) from (01403) 247434 or visit chchoralsoc.org

The Petworth Festival will take place on 11 - 29 July. Events will take place in 12 venues including Petworth House Stables, St Mary’s Church Petworth, Midhurst Rother College and Champs Hill Music Room. The programme includes classic performances by saxophonist Jess Gillam, choral group Tenebrae and pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, gigs from The Manfreds and jazz/funk outfit Shakatak, comedy from Clive Anderson and Henry Normal, and traditional music from Gigspanner Big Band, Lisa Canny, sarod players Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash, and Gambian kora player Jali Bakary Konteh. petworthfestival.org.uk

Sussex MSK Partnership held a Community Appointment Day at The Bridge Leisure Centre in Broadbridge Heath on Thursday 18 May. The event saw over 300 invited physio patients access professionals and specialties under one roof, in one appointment, without waiting lists, to help their musculoskeletal problems. The event also provided a test as to whether a more community-centred approach could improve patient care. For more on the event, read the ‘Final Word’ column on page 66 of the magazine. sussexmskpartnershipcentral.co.uk

Deborah and Mike Scholes will attempt to make ballooning history in June. Deborah aims to become the first female pilot to command a transatlantic crossing in a hot air balloon, while husband Mike hopes to be the first registered blind crew member to acheive the feat. The Cuckfield couple are scheduled to launch from the town of Sussex in New Brunswick, Canada, on 7 June, or when meteorological conditions are favourable. They will fly an 88ft Rozière balloon at altitudes up to 18,000ft, with the 3,000-mile journey expected to take five to 10 days. A previous attempt in July 2019 was postponed, partly due to Mike’s cancer, but he is now fully fit and raring to go. The couple have secured sponsorship from The Refire Group and will support Blind Veterans UK. Mission Control is based in Horsham. transatlanticballoonchallenge.com

Sussex Pathfinders

Rambling Club is an independent club whose members share a common interest in walking in the Sussex countryside and beyond.

Throughout the year, the group organises a half day walk (5 - 6 miles) on Saturdays and a full day walk on Sundays. All are welcome. Upcoming half day walks include Billingshurst on 1 July, Storrington on 8 July, and Nuthurst on 12 August, with full day walks in Thakeham on 16 July, Stopham Bridge on 30 July and Henfield on 6 August. sussexpathfinder.org.uk

The Horsham Artists’ Art Trail will run over the weekends of 10 - 11 and 17 - 18 June, 10am – 5pm. By following the trail, you will discover 36 artists and makers in 13 locations across the Horsham District. These range from artists’ homes, studios and retail spaces in central Horsham to venues in villages including Mannings Heath, Henfield, Coolham and Storrington. The trail includes paintings, prints and textiles, jewellery, sculpture, upcycled crafts and more. Entry is free. A Horsham Artists Art Trail brochure and map can be downloaded at horshamartists.org

Ian Walder of Southwater is holding an exhibition of his art at The Warnham Barn, Rookwood Golf Course, Horsham, RH12 3RR, on Saturday 24 June. The exhibition raises funds for the West Sussex North Branch of the MND Association, with 20% of art sales and all the raffle proceeds going to the charity. Ian, 57, at was a regular long-distance runner and gym user, until a shock diagnosis of motor neurone disease (MND) in 2022. ‘My diagnosis has called me to take stock and focus on what is important, says Ian. ‘I wanted to “shake the bucket” for the MND Association, which does so much to support patients and their families.’ ian@vincentpress.co.uk

Manor Theatre Company, an awardwinning amateur dramatics group based in north Horsham, present Cash on Delivery at North Heath Hall, Horsham, on 9 - 10 June, at 7:30pm. Michael Cooney’s comedy farce revolves around Eric Swan (played by Dennis Manning), who has pocketed thousands of pounds through fraudulent DSS claims. When lodger Norman Bassett (Patrick Casey) opens the door to DSS Inspector Mr Jenkins (Jonathan Hope), mayhem ensues. ticketsource.co.uk/manortheatre l Made to Measure curtains and 7-day express curtain service available. l Choose and buy curtains in your own home l Friendly service with no obligation to buy l Bespoke products at competitive prices l Design and technical advice l Vast range of contemporary & traditional fabrics l Awnings, canopies, poles, tracks & soft furnishings l All kinds of blinds and shutters l Professional fitting & installation

Nigel Winter has published his second book, The Churches of West Sussex, a follow-up to 2020’s The Quiet Churches of Sussex. The book features the author’s personal reflections on local churches including All Saints at Buncton, most of which he visited by bike. The book is on Amazon (paperback or Kindle, with proceeds to The Salvation Army.

Why wait any longer!

Over the last couple of years, we have all found it difficult to hear and communicate while wearing masks. Anyone with a hearing loss has found it even more of a struggle. Now that we are free of masks, many people are realising that their hearing is not as good as it was. Amazing new technology is now available to enhance hearing like never before. Come in and find out more about Arc AI.

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Living in isolation can be bad for your health and wellbeing. For many people, poor hearing can lead to isolation and withdrawal. A growing body of evidence points to a connection between hearing health and overall health. People who treat their hearing loss not only hear better, but may lower their risk for serious health issues such as cognitive decline and dementia. Come in and find out about new rechargeable bluetooth hearing technology!

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Kidstri UK host a series of multi-sport races for children aged eight – 16 over the summer months. They include Billingshurst Triathlon at The Weald School and Leisure Centre on Sunday 16 July, with a novice duathlon held too. Kidstri also hold an Aquathlon in Billingshurst on Sunday 8 October, with only swimming and running components (triathlon includes cycling too). KidsTri events are held to British Triathlon guidelines, with courses visible to parents and spectators.

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The Conker Activity Trail returns to Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens on 10 June

-23 July, 9am - 5pm. The Conker Activity Trail is designed to help lay the foundation of good mental health in children, mirroring the imaginative stories of author Hannah Peckham. Upon arrival, visitors can pick up a free activity book at reception and follow Conker, the lovable chameleon, around the gardens in celebration of Hannah’s awardwinning book, Conker the Chameleon. In addition to the activity trail, Hannah will host a book reading on Saturday 17 June. leonardsleegardens.co.uk

Lodge Hill Activity

Centre in Pulborough hosted a launch event for the Veterans Volunteer Service (VVS) on 25 April. The VVS is run by military veterans, harnessing the skills and experience of people from across all services to provide positive reinforcement and training for young people. The project is also aimed at helping veterans leaving the forces settle back into civilian life. At Lodge Hill, the VVS will deliver part of its resilience programme, with young people participating in various scenarios and team building activities on the 32-acre site.

Pictured: Gary Hart (VVS founder), Rev Canon Roger Hall (VVS patron), Col Sir Brian Barttelot (President, Lodge Hill Trust) and Matthew Wykes (Chair, Lodge Hill Trust).

Home Instead, which provides expert home care in the Horsham area, regularly organises free Dementiafriendly film screenings at Everyman Cinema in Piries Place, Horsham. Upcoming films include Fisherman’s Friends: One and All on Monday 12 June, Miss Potter on 10 July and Midnight in Paris on 7 August. Screenings are suitable for older people with memory problems, their partners, family members and carers. Arrive at 10am for 10.30am screening. To book free of charge, call (01403) 248227 or email admin.horsham@homeinstead.co.uk

The Friends of Horsham Museum and Art Gallery host a talk focusing on the life of the poet, Percy Pysshe Shelley, by Dr Andrew Hodgson at Wesley Hall, London Road Methodist Church, Horsham, on Wednesday 12 July, 7.30pm. Dr Hodgson (University of Birmingham) will be joined by Oliver Clarkson (University of Warwick) and Will Bowers (Queen Mary University London) to explore Shelley’s sense of Horsham as a home or otherwise, and his correspondence with Hurstpierpoint’s Elizabeth Hitchener. Members £5 (Guests £7.50). Cash only. For details, email Paul French, Chairman of the Friends, at: fhmag1893@gmail.com

Cllr Dr David Skipp was elected Chairman of Horsham District Council for the civic year 2023 - 2024 at the Annual General Meeting, held at Parkside, Horsham, on 24 May. Cllr Nigel Emery was appointed Vice-Chairman. Cllr Skipp takes over the role Cllr Kate Rowbottom (pictured above), who is retiring from the Council.’

Horsham Symphony Orchestra presents its summer concert at the Capitol Theatre on Saturday 24 June. Fantastique! opens with Tchaikovsky’s dramatic Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture. Horsham-based BBC Young Musician percussion finalist, Toril Azzalini-Machecler (pictured), then takes the stage to showcase Emmanuel Sejourné’s Concerto for Marimba and Strings. After the interval, HSO perform Berlioz’s orchestral showpiece, Symphonie Fantastique Steve Dummer conducts. Tickets £18 (concessions £16/U18s £5) from thecapitolhorsham.com

MAY (Saturday)

The Haywood Sisters, a retro girl group 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Live Music Series

Mannings Heath Golf & Wine Estate is hosting a fantastic new music series, Soundscapes of Summer. This summer, we're celebrating the British sunshine with a line-up of incredible local artists.

JOIN US for an evening of good live music, delicious food, spectacular views, and great company!

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