What's On

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ARTS & CRAFTS

New Exhibition at The Higgins Bedford: ‘Under the Same Sky’ Running until April 11th 2021 FREE

A social history exhibition that explores artist depictions of the sky above and the local impact of the weather over time. Discover storms, calm skies, rain drenched cities, sun worship and visions of the moon in the works of artists such as JMW Turner, Alfred Sisley, Paul Nash and Edouard Manet. Visitors must book a free time entry ticket in advance by visiting www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk. Visitors who are unable to book online can book over the telephone on 01234 718044 Monday – Friday from 11am to 3pm.

Carers in Bedfordshire Carers Choir Tuesday afternoons 2 pm

Via Zoom All levels For unpaid family carers Contact weg@carersinbeds.org.uk for more details or visit www.carersinbeds.org.uk

Memory Navigation Service Poetry group for people with dementia or memory loss and their carers Second Weds of the month, 11 – 12pm

Via Zoom Bring and share your favourite poems, try out a quiz or simply watch and enjoy For details contact flora.stewart@carersinbeds.org.uk, ring 0300 111 9090 or visit memoryinbeds.org.uk

Carers in Bedfordshire – Art for Wellbeing Thursdays 11.30am

Via Zoom and art pack posted out For all levels – with Natasha For unpaid family carers, the person they care for Contact weg@carersinbeds.org.uk for more details or visit www.carersinbeds.org.uk

The Higgins Knitting and Crocheting Group

The Higgins knitting and crocheting group is now online! While staying at home, you can join in to share photos and talk all things knitting and crocheting. Knitting for various charities, improving wellbeing and keeping each other company. Join The Higgins Knitting and Crochet Group on Facebook

The Higgins – Sketch Friday

Sketch Friday is now online. Every week the Higgins will post an object or artwork from their collections which they hope will inspire you to create your own piece of art. You are invited to share a photo of your work. No particular artistic skills required, any media that takes your fancy – it’s just for fun. Suggestions for future themes are welcome. Join the Sketch Friday group on Facebook.

COMMUNITY

Virtual Christmas Craft Fair Weekend. Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November

Lots of amazing handmade gifts and decorations with over 40 crafters displaying their work there will be lots of great items for all. Many bespoke items to suit all your gifts and also amazing decorations to add that extra Christmas sparkle. On the day you will get each crafters album in your notifications so you can view at your leisure. There will also be live videos on both days with some great prize giveaways. All you need to do is visit /www.facebook.com/infoVillageEventsLtd/ posts/ and click going then on the day sit back and view from the comfort of your own home. Take the hassle out of Christmas and join us and our crafters for an amazing weekend of shopping without the hassle of crowds, queuing and wearing a mask.

Table Top 'Swap' Shop Sunday 29th November 12noon – 3pm

Happening indoors across the venue, using social distancing and one-way systems. It's a safe and fun way to pick up some bargains! The Place Theatre, Bradgate Rd, Bedford MK40 3DE

HEALTH & WELLBEING

Free Fitness Pilates and Relaxation Sessions for Parent Carers Tuesday 17th November 10.30am Friday 20th November 7pm

Bedford Borough Parent Carers Forum have organised 2 sessions which are open to any parent carers of children with SEND in Bedford Borough. You are welcome to attend one or both sessions. They will both be virtual so you can do it in the comfort of your own home. Please email communications@ bbpcf.org.uk to book your place

WALKING/RAMBLING

Carers in Bedfordshire – Walking group Third Weds of the month

Bedford Park, Meet by Pavillion Café For unpaid family carers, the person they care for Contact weg@carersinbeds.org.uk for more details or visit www.carersinbeds.org.uk