What's on June/July 2013 by Medway Council

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Summer is finally here and we have a packed calendar of events and activities to look forward to. The Brook and Central Theatres continue a varied programme of shows, cinema and music and we have some great special events coming up too. With the Dickens Festival, Fuse and River Festival coming to Medway over June and July; as well as a raft of outdoor fun for the whole family, you will be spoilt for choice for activities to enjoy this summer. There’s also plenty on offer to help parents keep the children entertained during the summer holidays with our Heatwave activities across Medway's theatres and libraries. Plus, it's time to book your Castle Concerts tickets - with The Wanted, Status Quo, Castle Proms and the 80s Night all selling fast, there is a party night for everyone, whatever your musical taste. If last year's Olympics have left you feeling energetic, don't forget to sign up to the Medway Mile - this annual event is open to runners and walkers of any ability but if you feel like something more challenging you could take on the newly introduced Medway 10km. Of course these are just a few highlights of what's on offer over the next two months. So I would encourage you to take some time to look through this guide and find out what else there is to enjoy across Medway this summer.

Festivals and events

Sports

Theatres

Arts

Libraries

Outdoors

Looking ahead

All events are free of charge unless stated otherwise.

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Fri, 31 May – Sun, 2 Jun

Dickens Festival A weekend of colourful celebration to honour one of England's greatest writers. A feast for the senses, Rochester's streets and green spaces will be awash with entertainment. From costumed parades and street acts to competitions and readings. Rochester

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Fri, 14 – Sun, 16 Jun

Fuse Festival A celebration of arts and creativity in Medway. Sat, 8 to Thu, 13 Jun - Lighting the Fuse Various locations

Fri, 14 Jun from 4.30pm

Festival opening parade Gillingham High Street

Sat, 15 Jun from 12noon Street

Arts Day

Chatham High Street and Waterfront

Sat, 15 Jun, 8.30pm - Chutney in the street! 9.15pm - Mobile Homme

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Rochester Castle Moat

Sun, 16 Jun from 12noon Fuse

Big Picnic

Rochester Castle Gardens

Sun, 16 Jun, 5pm - La Ballade de Bergerac Rochester Castle moat = Advance booking essential

Festivals & events

Medway River Festival • Races, kayak activities and colourful displays of hovercraft, yachts, rowing boats, motor cruisers, barges and fire tugs. • Live music, food stalls and children’s entertainment.

Sporting action taking place right here on your doorstep. Follow us on twitter

Chatham Waterfront

Wed, 17 - Sat, 20 Jul

Rochester Castle Concerts

Rochester Castle Gardens

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The Medway Festival of Sport is a three-month extravaganza, with events ranging from international competitions to schools’ tournaments and mass participation events for the whole community to get involved in. For a full programme of events visit www.medway.gov.uk/festivalofsport Sat, 1 Jun, 9am - 4pm

Sat, 8 Jun

Medway Masters Football Tournament

SuperLeague - London

An over 35's 7-a-side football tournament run by Kent FA. Entry fee £20 per team. Hosted by Anchorians FC. For more information and to enter call 01634 338763. Anchorians FC, Gillingham

Sun, 2 Jun, 9am - 4pm

Under Siege Celebrate Medway’s young musical talent at the hottest free music event of the year. Keep up-to-date at www.facebook.com/undersiegeconcert

Sat, 8 and Sun, 9 Jun, all day

An open 7-a-side tournament for women’s teams. Hosted by Anchorians FC. For more information and to enter call 01634 338763.

Medway Table Tennis Grand Prix

Anchorians FC, Gillingham

This two-day national tournament organised by the English Table Tennis Association attracts the country's top players to Medway Park

Sun, 2 Jun, 11am - 3pm

Rochester Castle Gardens

On your marks families... June and July

Medway's Festival of Music Look out for a variety of musically themed activities going on across Medway throughout the summer. For more information visit: www.enjoymedway.co.uk

SuperLeague rugby returns to Medway as London Broncos RLFC take on Warrington Wolves at Gillingham FC’s Priestfield Stadium. Kick off 3pm. Tickets £20 for adults, £12 concessions and £5 for under 19s. Box office 020 8410 6000 or book online at www.londonbroncosrl.com Priestfield Stadium, Gillingham

Women's Football Tournament

Sun, 21 Jul, 1 - 3.30pm

Broncos vs Warrington Wolves

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Wed, 17 – Status Quo Thu, 18 – The Wanted Fri, 19 – 80s Night - Tony Hadley, ABC and Go West Sat, 20 – Castle Proms - Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra plus Spitfire flypast and fireworks finale This year's fantastic line-up promises an electric atmosphere - don't miss out on this unique and intimate summer concert experience. thecastleconcerts.co.uk 01634 338338

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Sport

Sat, 6 Jul, 10am - 4.30pm

Medway Park, Gillingham

A free day of drop-in sport at Medway park for families with children aged 6 to 11-years. Sports on offer include badminton, table tennis, athletics and swimming as well as dance and aerobics classes. Coaching and equipment available. No need to pre-book. Medway Park, Gillingham

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Sport

Thu, 18 Jul, 10am - 4pm

Medway 10km

Clubmark Clubs and Disability Clubs Taster

A new 10km run aimed at experienced athletes and new runners alike, in aid of Cerebral Palsy Care. The route will be a looping course taking in the Great Lines Heritage Park and Medway Park site. Advance entry fees: £13 (UKA affiliated runners); £15 (non-affiliated runners). On the day: £20. To enter visit www.runnersworld.co.uk or www.nice-work.org.uk Medway Park/Great Lines Heritage Park, Gillingham

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Sun, 23 Jun, 10.30am

Medway Park hosts a day of fun activities from Medway sports clubs. Medway Park, Gillingham

Sat, 20 Jul, 10am - 4pm

There's nothing like seeing a live show. The anticipation, the atmosphere, the connection with the performer. The Central and Brook Theatres provide an exciting programme of performances this season.

Goalball Open Day Medway Park hosts a day of goalball activities, coaching and competition in association with Goalball UK to promote this Paralympic sport.

Mon, 3 Jun, 8pm

Comedy Club

Fri, 26 Jul, 5 - 9.30pm, mass mile 7.30pm

This regular comedy club showcases some of the best emerging stand-up talent on today’s UK circuit. 2013 dates: 1 Jul, 7 Oct, 4 Nov and 25 Nov.

Medway Mile

Tickets: £10, Comedy Club mailing list members £9 The Brook Theatre

Wed, 3 to Sat, 13 Jul

Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup

Rochester Castle gardens

See some of the world’s toughest wheelchair athletes representing England, Australia, France, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. Group stage matches: 3, 6 and 9 July. Semi-finals: 11 July. Finals: 13 July. Tickets from £4 available in advance at www.medwayticketslive.co.uk, or 01634 338338 or on the door. For full details of the fixtures, visit www.medway.gov.uk/medwaysport Medway Park, Gillingham

For more information about any of these events contact the Medway Sport Team on 01634 338763 or email medwaysport@medway.gov.uk = Advance booking essential

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Tue, 4 Jun, 8pm

King Pleasure & The Biscuit Boys One of the world's greatest swing bands, King Pleasure & The Biscuit Boys have been on the road for two decades. A night of high-energy fun and fantastic musicianship. “To those who say that swing is best left to Americans, prepare to be proven wrong. ” Atomic Magazine, New York Tickets: £13; Jazz mailing list members £12 The Brook Theatre

Wed, 5 Jun, 7.30pm

Suggs: My life story in words and music

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The Medway Mile takes place in historic Rochester, weaving through the High Street, the Vines and the cathedral grounds before ending within the gardens of Rochester Castle. Open to runners and walkers of all ages or abilities - free of charge. Includes children’s races, a mascot race, competitive adult race and the mass participation mile, plus other fun activities and a fireworks finale. Register now at www.medway.gov.uk/medwaysport

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Medway Park, Gillingham

An hilarious, yet moving, one-man show brought to us by Suggs, who takes us back to his 1970s childhood and first appearance on Top Of The Pops. Is it a play? Is it stand up comedy? Whatever it is hold on to your seats. “Suggs tells his story with wit and grace in this hugely enjoyable evening” . The Times Tickets: Band – A: £24.50 and Band – B: £22.50 The Central Theatre

Productions and events which are hires at The Central and The Brook Theatres by professional and community organisations and groups are identified with these symbols. If you would like to hire either theatre, contact theatres@medway.gov.uk or phone 01634 338313. Theatre Loyalty Scheme member discount

Community hire

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Alternate Shadows

Thu, 20 Jun, 2.30pm

We’ll Meet Again Now in its 15th year and with a new programme, this is a show for everyone. The regular team return with Adam Daye from TV's Who Do You Do; Marilyn Hill Smith from the BBC's Friday Night Is Music Night who willl bring back the memorable songs of Vera Lynn and Gracie Fields; Tony Leyton returns with the unforgettable songs of Bing Crosby; and Formby favourites and classical pieces never before heard on a ukelele performed by Andy Eastwood.

Two plays, including the premier of a new hard hitting play by Steve Perrin, Cause and Effect - a graphic account of how one person’s actions can devastate the lives of others. Please note this is an adult themed play which is not suitable for children. Tickets: £6.50; Concessions £5.50 The Brook Theatre

Tickets: Band – A £12.50; Band – B £10.50 - Buy 10, get 1 free The Central Theatre

Sat, 8 Jun, 7.30pm

Rock Resurrection

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Alister Atkin and The Ghost Line Carnival One the finest guitar makers of his generation, Atkin now stands shoulder to shoulder with artists such as Jim Moray, Richard Hawley and Graham Coxon. The Ghost Line Carnival present his music with exquisite musicianship and a real depth of understanding for his songwriting. They have been heaped with acclaim over their recent performances.

Sun, 9 Jun, 11.30am and 2.30pm

SCREEN CLASSICS

Featuring the exuberant Mr Toad, Mole, Ratty and Badger. Beautifully written, played and produced, this show gives the opportunity for everyone to take part. Some children play the rabbits, the ducks and the thieving weasels while the whole audience learn some songs. This is family theatre at its very best.

Tickets £12; Folk mailing list members £10 The Brook Theatre

Tickets: £6 adults, £5 children. Any 4 tickets for £20 The Brook Theatre

Sat, 22 Jun, 7.30pm

Mon, 17 Jun, 7.30pm

Atongo Zimba was born in the savannahs of northern Ghana where his grandfather taught him to play the molo. Atongo grew up composing his own songs whilst minding the family’s cow herd. Like many of his contemporaries, Atongo was enthralled by the sounds of Fela Kuti’s afrobeat - inspired, he left his home town to discover the musical idioms of the surrounding regions. Atongo Zimba and his band have performed at major festivals all over the world. “Beautiful, inspiring music” . Mondomix Magazine

Atongo Zimba and his African Band

Featuring an introduction to the film and post-film discussion over a FREE glass of wine hosted by film writer and programmer Nick Walker.

Director: William Wyler Starring: Bette Davis, Henry Fonda, George Brent, Donald Crisp Great melodrama with Davis at her ﬁery best as the sexually transgressive Southern belle, who stirs up passion and disapproval on the eve of the American Civil War.

Tickets: £12; OAP/Student £9; Children £4 The Brook Theatre

Tickets: £7; Concession £5

Tues, 18 Jun, 2.30 Price includes a hot drink and tea-cake (available in the Sandwich Cellar from 1.30pm – just show your ticket). Tickets: £4 The Central Theatre

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Tickets: £10. In aid of Cancer Research UK The Brook Theatre

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Thur, 20 Jun, 8pm

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One Off Productions present this live music show that takes a nostalgic look back at the 70s and 80s. If you remember Crackerjack pencils or are a fan of great live music then this is the show for you.

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Wed, 5 Jun, 8pm

For hire

The Central and Brook Theatres both offer performance and rehearsal space and conference and meeting rooms for hire. For more information phone 01634 338300 or email theatres@medway.gov.uk Theatre Loyalty Scheme member discount

Community hire

Professional hire

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Fri, 28 Jun, 8pm

Cabaret of Curiosities Burlesque Special

Medway Melodies

Astonishing and outrageous acts, from burlesque beauties to circus stars. Join in the fun by having your hair done in vintage style - victory rolls, classic movie star waves, peak-a-boo or beehive. Just £10. By appointment: cheekyseamonkey@gmail.com Warning – adult content, not suitable for under 16s.

Featuring the Gillingham Male Voice Choir and the Rainham Ladies Choir; the Royal Tunbridge Wells Orpheus Male Voice Choir, the Rowland Singers and the St Fidelis Catholic Primary School Choir. Tickets: £10; Concessions £3 The Central Theatre

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Sat, 22 Jun, 7pm

Tickets £11; Cabaret mailing list members £10 Special food and drink packages available for groups. The Brook Theatre

Sun, 23 Jun, 2.30pm and 6pm Sat 29 Jun, 11am and 2pm

Rochester School of Dance’s showcase, featuring an exciting array of styles and genres including ballet, musical theatre, tap and jazz - performed by students of all ages.

Chris and Pui Roadshow CBeebies’ favourites Chris and Pui are back. Laugh along with Incy Wincy, Humpty, the Grand Old Duke, Little Bo Peep – Oh my woolly word! - and many more. Please bring along your child’s favourite character toy or teddy – but hang on to it (and your child.)

Tickets: £9.50; Concessions £7.50 The Brook Theatre

Mon, 24 Jun, 7pm

Tickets: Band – A £12 (Child £10); Band – B £11 (Child £9) The Central Theatre

Trust: The Talent Students from The Williamson Trust will perform their showcase. Enabling students to work with professional sound engineers, lighting crews and stage managers. With the support of the Trust: The Talent band.

Sat, 29 Jun, 7pm and Sun, 30 Jun, 2pm

Magic of Dance Claire Buckley School of Dancing presents various dance styles with a magical theme performed by students as young as 2years-old.

Thu, 27 Jun, 7.30pm

Tickets: £9.50 The Brook Theatre

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Britain may be staring into the bottom of an empty pint glass, but don’t lose hope – Al Murray The Pub Landlord is back to fill it up again, with a brand new show of epic proportions. Following a phenomenally successful 2012 Autumn tour, Britain’s most irrepressible innkeeper will be serving up his premier brew of ale-inspired acumen and bar-room buffoonery as part of this hilarious new show. “Wickedly Witty Stuff” The Daily Telegraph; “Actually deserves the tag genius” The Sun Age limit: Parental discretion advised. Show contains adult themes. Tickets: £25.50 The Central Theatre

Theatre Loyalty Scheme member discount

Tue, 2 Jul, 8pm

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Derek Nash Acoustic Quartet Joyriding

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Tickets: £5 The Central Theatre

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Tutus and Tantrums

Derek Nash's Acoustic Quartet feature their award winning CD, Joyriding, full of lyrical melodies and infectious rhythm. Derek will play all the saxophones and presents the world-class lineup of Dave Newton (piano), Geoff Gascoyne (bass) and Sebastiaan de Krom (drums). The Joyriding album won the Best New CD Award at The British Jazz Awards 2012. “... it's an album that truly lives up to its joyful title.” BBC Music Magazine Tickets: £13; Jazz mailing list members £12 The Brook Theatre

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Theatre Loyalty Scheme member discount

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Mon, 15 Jul, 7.30pm

Young people’s performing arts gala evening

Windows and Bars Ferguson Theatre Arts presents a new youth musical designed around the stimuli of the London riots. The show deals with the issue of internet safety and is packed with song and dance routines.

High quality performances from creative young members of Brook Youth Theatre, Young People’s Musical Theatre and Young Actors Studio. A great opportunity to see home grown talent brought to you by Medway Council’s Arts Team and Play on Words Theatre Company.

Tickets: £10; Concessions £8 The Brook Theatre

Tickets: £5; Concessions £3.50. Group offers available The Brook Theatre

Mon, 15 Jul, 7.30pm

An explosion of dance and musical theatre by the students of The Centre Performing Arts College. Warning: Some scenes have adult content. Tickets: £21.50 (Balcony £25); Concessions £12 (Balcony £15) The Central Theatre

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Tickets: £6 adults, £5 children The Brook Theatre

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Tue, 16 Jul, 2.30pm Price includes a hot drink and tea-cake (available in the Sandwich Cellar from 1.30pm – just show your ticket). Tickets: £4 The Central Theatre

Sun, 21 Jul, 3pm and 7pm

Broadway Bound Thu, 11 Jul, 8pm

A roller-coaster ride of song, dance and drama from some of Broadway’s finest shows.

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Fake Thackray Jake Thackray’s songs are satirical, incisive, irreverent and witty. His legacy of scores of songs continues to delight audiences of all ages today. John Watterson has performed the songs of Jake Thackray at festivals and concerts, as well as to members of Jake’s family. His appreciation and love of Thackray's music is obvious to his audience - a celebration of the man, his work and his genius. Tickets: £12; Folk mailing list members £11 The Brook Theatre

Featuring an introduction to the film and post-film discussion over a FREE glass of wine hosted by film writer and programmer Nick Walker.

Theatre Loyalty Scheme member discount

Community hire

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This popular show returns with an array of dazzling cabaret and circus acts. Suitable for the whole family, this spectacular will leave young eyes wide with wonder..

Director: Jerome Robbins Starring: Natalie Wood, Rita Moreno, Richard Beymer, Russ Temblyn and George Chakiris Winner of ten Academy Awards, including Best Picture, this electrifying musical sets the ageless tragedy of Romeo and Juliet in the slums of 1950s New York.

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Centre Stage 2013

West Side Story (1961, PG)

SCREEN CLASSICS

Sat, 6 Jul, 7.30pm and Sun, 7 Jul, 6pm

Sun, 7 Jul, 3pm

Theatres

Sat, 6 Jul, 8pm

Tickets: £9 The Brook Theatre

Thu, 25 – Sat, 27 Jul, 7.30pm and Sat, 27 Jul, 2.30pm

Simples Dance Alley presents its bi-annual showcase - music and ideas inspired by commercial breaks. Tickets: £10; Concessions £8 The Brook Theatre

Professional hire

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The Proclaimers Strikingly individual, twins Craig and Charlie Reid have enjoyed huge global success. The Proclaimers have carved out a niche where pop, folk, new-wave and punk collide. The emotional honesty, wit and political fire of their songs enlightens and entertains fans, new and old. “My favourite band of all time. They write the most spectacular songs, big hearted, uncynical passionate songs.” David Tennant Tickets - Band A: £24.50, Band B: £22.50 The Central Theatre

1977 was Year Zero for some of music’s most durable and memorable bands. From The Jam and The Blockheads bring their collective firepower of this post-punk era to the stage. Tickets - Band A: £28, Band B: £26.50; Concessions available The Central Theatre

Join the Theatres’ Loyalty Scheme to save money and get priority booking on selected shows. For £10 a year you will get: • a discount on the adult price for shows marked with this symbol; • 15 per cent off in the Sandwich Cellar at The Central Theatre, and The Brook Café. Plus, book three events through the theatres’ box office during any 12-month period, and qualify for two free tickets for the The Central Theatre’s panto. Terms and conditions apply. 01634 338338 boxoffice@medway.gov.uk www.medwayticketslive.co.uk

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Theatre information More details at www.medwayticketslive.co.uk The Brook Theatre: Old Town Hall, Chatham, Kent ME4 4SE The Central Theatre: 170 High Street, Chatham, Kent ME4 4AS (ME4 4RG for sat navs) • The box office is open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm or until 15 minutes after curtain up on performance nights. Doors open 30 minutes before curtain up. • Tickets must be paid for in person, by phone, credit card or by post within three days of reservation or 30 minutes before curtain up. • Tickets should be considered non-exchangeable and non-refundable and we advise customers to check their tickets upon receipt. • The Central and Brook Theatre reserve the right to introduce, remove or alter special offers and discounts without notice. Discounts can’t be applied retrospectively. • Become a member of the Assisted Access Scheme and buy an additional ticket for your assistant at half price.

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Sat, 3 Aug, 7.30pm

• Wheelchair access and spaces are available at both theatres. Please advise staff of your requirements when booking. Access at The Brook Theatre by the electronic platform on the front steps or via the ramped entrance at Whiffens Avenue. • A Minicom system is available at the box office on 01634 880969. • An infra-red loop hearing system is fitted in the main theatre at the Brook and you should collect a hearing device from the box office. • There’s also an infra-red system suitable for use either through earphones, or via the T setting on your hearing aid at The Central Theatre. • Management reserves the right to refuse admission.

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Dance for Life Stay fit and active, and help improve your flexibility, mobility and co-ordination. For all levels; beginners especially welcome. Cost: £4 per class (unless indicated)

A fun and lively class to get your heart racing. ■ Beginner Every Thu, 6 to 27 Jun, 7 - 8pm (no class 30 May) ■ Intermediate Every Fri, 7 to 28 June, 7.30 - 8.30pm £38 for 10-week course. Places limited. The Brook Theatre

Every Mon, 3 to 24 Jun and 1 Jul, 1 - 2pm St Thomas Church Hall, Rainham

Adult Ballet Every Tue, 4 to 25 Jun, 10 - 11am (11 Jun only, 9.30 - 10.30am) Hook Meadow Community Centre, Walderslade

Every Thu, 6 to 27 Jun, 8.15 - 9.15pm Learn traditional techniques in a friendly atmosphere. Beginners welcome. £38 for 10-week course The Brook Theatre

Every Wed, 5 to 26 Jun, 9.30 - 10.30am St Thomas Church Hall, Rainham

Loop Dance Company Every Thu, 6 to 27 Jun, 10.30 - 11.30am Only £2 through GP Exercise Referral Scheme Strood Library Hall

For more information phone 01634 831531 or email info@loopdancecompany.co.uk ■ Open professional class Thu, every week, 10am - 12noon

Every Fri, 7 to 28 Jun, 2 - 3pm

Cost: £55 for 10-week course or £5.50 per class

Lordswood Healthy Living Centre

■ Youth Dance Company class Mon, every week, 5 - 6.30pm Cost: £5.50 per class

Big Dance Pledge 2013

■ Flow class Open group for adults with learning difficulties. Wed, every week, 11am – 12noon

Cost: £4 per class The Brook Theatre

Until Sun, 14 Jul

Sat, 29 Jun, 10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30 - 3.30pm

Kaleidoscope Printed Textiles by Neil Bottle Neil Bottle’s exquisite printed textiles are created using a combination of the latest cutting edge digital print techniques, combined with craft traditions such as hand pleating and embroidery. His new collection Kaleidoscope combines these methods and is inspired by travel to the Middle East, Egypt and India. The concept of indecipherable languages, hidden codes, embedded information, as well as different cultural signs and symbols is developed in the collection. Neil will also be exhibiting his range of fashion and interior accessories from his own label in the Craft Case. Rochester Art Gallery and Craft Case

Until Sun, 14 Jul

Free family drop-in collage workshops Join Fashion Textile students from UCA, to create a collage inspired by the geometric patterns, colours and images used in the Kaleidoscope collection. Suitable for accompanied children over 7-years-old. Rochester Art Gallery and Craft Case

Sat, 6 Jul, 1 - 2.30pm

Free artist talk Join textile designer Neil Bottle for an informal gallery talk and exhibition tour, find out more about how he creates his unique richly layered digital images, his inspiration, techniques and his new Kaleidoscope collection.

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Detail: Vermillion 2013 - Hand and computer generated images, digital printed cotton sateen wallhanging 100x100cms by Neil Bottle

There’s a mix of drama, dance, exhibitions, children’s workshops and more for you to see and take part in.

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Rochester Art Gallery and Craft Case

Craft Case Medway-based milliner Zara Carpenter, makes unique, bespoke sculptural headpieces and ready-to-wear hats, using found objects. Inspired by nature, 1920s design, Dutch stilllife paintings, fantasy books and films, Zara’s beautiful pieces are wearable works of art. Rochester Art Gallery and Craft Case

The Oloha headpiece by Zara Carpenter, Summer 2012

For more information or to join the dance mailing list phone 01634 338319 or email arts@medway.gov.uk

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For more information or to book phone 01634 338319 or email arts@medway.gov.uk

Advance booking essential

Arts

★Dance★Drama★Circus★Art and Craft

Heatwave

Summer holiday workshops for under 18s , From Medway Council s Arts Development Team. Arts for life.

The Saturdays’ style (8-16yrs)

Let circus professionals Dizzy O’Dare take you on a journey of interactive circus fun. If you’ve ever wanted to have a go at spinning plates, juggling or exploring aerial hoop and low tightwire, then this is for you.

Let professional dancer Jay Saunders put you through your dance paces; create a routine to one of your favourite Saturdays’ hits and perform a showcase for family and friends at the end of the day.

Mon, 29 Jul, 11am - 4pm and Tue, 30 Jul, 10am - 4pm (8-12yrs) Cost £26 The Brook Theatre

Mon, 12 Aug, 10am - 3.30pm

Cost £14 (Save £4 and pay £24 when you book The Saturdays’ style and Salsa fun dance workshops together) The Brook Theatre

Tue, 13 Aug, 10am - 3.30pm Wed, 31 Jul – Fri, 2 Aug, 10am - 4pm (13-16yrs) Cost £38 The Brook Theatre

Mon, 5 – Fri, 9 Aug, 10am - 4pm each day

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (8-16yrs)

Salsa fun (8-16yrs) Feel the Latin rhythm in this energetic and fun dance workshop led by professional dancer Jay Saunders. Perform a showcase for family and friends at the end of the day. Cost £14 (Save £4 and pay £24 when you book Salsa fun dance and The Saturdays’ style workshops together) The Brook Theatre

Spend the week with Kate and Heidi from Theatre Experience, discover your golden ticket and create your own version of this well known film and musical. Suitable for all ages and experience, with a spectacular showcase for family and friends at the end of the week. Cost £55 The Brook Theatre

As part of the Summer Reading Challenge develop a creative story, shroud it in mystery and take away your very own pop-up book to share with your friends and family. Tue, 13 Aug, 10am - 12noon Cuxton Library 01634 337799

Tue, 13 Aug, 2 - 4pm Twydall Library 01634 337799

Wed, 14 Aug, 10am - 12noon Grain Library 01634 337799

Wed, 14 Aug, 3.15 - 5.15pm Thomas Aveling School and Community Library 01634 337799

Thur, 15 Aug, 10am - 12noon

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Sun, 16 Jun, 12noon - 5pm

The Big Picnic Come along and enjoy a picnic with a difference – family craft workshops, entertainment and fun and games with a quirky twist. So bring along a picnic, find a good spot and settle in for an amazing afternoon of fun. For more information visit www.fusefestival.org.uk Rochester Castle Gardens

Gillingham Library 01634 337799

Thur, 15 Aug, 2 - 4pm Wigmore Library 01634 337799

Call the libraries directly to book your place. We regret anyone who has not booked in advance and completed a parental permission form will not be admitted to the workshops. Wed, 21 Aug, 10am - 4pm

Acting up (12-16yrs) Come and have a go, perfect your acting skills and build your confidence by taking part in an interactive day of drama. Learn how to improvise and turn a creative idea into a reality. A day to remember with an informal sharing at the end of the day for family and friends. Cost £14 The Brook Theatre

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Circus fun – circus skills workshop

Mysterious books (8-12-yrs)

Richard III Don’t miss Changeling’s unique version of Shakespeare’s epic play, it’s a dark, witty and entertaining tale of ruthless ambition. Richard III will be true to form for The Changeling Open Air Theatre, with original new music and brilliant ensemble casting. Supported by Medway Council’s Arts Team. Box office 01634 338338 or visit www.medwayticketslive.co.uk Wed, 10 Jul, 7.30pm Rochester Castle Gardens

Wed, 31 Jul and Thu, 1 Aug, 7.30pm Upnor Castle

For information phone 01634 338319 or email arts@medway.gov.uk Parental permission may be required.

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Fairytale fancy dress

Libraries

Special events - children and families (0 - 18 months) Baby Bounce and Rhyme Special Mon, 24 Jun, 10 - 10.45am Lordswood Library

Fri, 28 Jun, 2.15 - 2.45pm

Find out what exciting events and activities are going on at your library.

Fairytales - National

Mon, 24 Jun, 10.30 - 11.30am

Bookstart week special (2-5yrs)

Regular events for children and families Medway libraries run regular events for children of all ages. To find out where and when these events are happening, visit www.enjoymedway.co.uk or phone your local library.

• Baby bounce and rhyme Babies can enjoy knee bouncing and nursery rhymes. • Toddler shake and boogie Rhymes, songs and movement for pre-schoolers. • Pop in and play Parents and children drop-in to meet, chat and play. • Storytime Stories and rhymes for pre-schoolers. • Teatime storytime (3-8yrs) After school storytime. • Chatterbooks (8-12yrs) Readers’ groups. • Homework clubs Drop-in homework help for all ages.

Writing a new chapter in library lending eBooks and eAudiobooks now available to download. Medway library card holders can borrow and download digital media anytime, anywhere, free of charge. Titles can be enjoyed immediately or transferred to a variety of devices and will automatically expire at the end of the lending period; meaning no late fees.

Stories and craft Hempstead Library

Tue, 25 Jun, 4 - 5pm

Once upon a time (4-10yrs)

Fri, 28 Jun, 3.30 - 4pm

Stories and craft - National Bookstart week special

Not such an ugly duckling (4-8yrs) Stories and craft

Strood Library

Lordswood Library

Wed, 26 Jun, 3.30 - 4.30pm

Fairytales (8-12yrs)

Sat, 29 Jun, 1.30 - 2.15pm

Chatterbooks special

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Fairytale specials to celebrate National Bookstart week:

National Bookstart week celebration (3-8yrs)

Rochester Community Hub

Come and dress up as a fairytale character for stories, craft and fun

Thur, 27 Jun, 3.45 - 4.30pm

Princes and princesses (3-8yrs) Stories and craft

Cuxton Library

Sat, 29 Jun, 11 - 11.45 am

Thomas Aveling School and Community Library

A fairytale of a time at Rainham library (3-8yrs)

Fri, 28 Jun, 9.30 - 10.15am

Stories and crafts

Fairytale fancy dress

Rainham Library

(18 months - 3yrs) Toddler Shake and Boogie special Lordswood Library

For more information and to begin using the service visit www.medway.gov.uk/libraries

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Libraries

Summer Reading Challenge (4-12 yrs) There’s a spine-tingling adventure waiting for children in Medway’s libraries this summer. Children are invited to read six books of their choice over the summer break winning prizes along the way and for completing the challenge. Creepy House uses activities and the themes of mystery and suspense to bring the joy of reading, a variety of books, to children.

Who’s hiding in the creepy house? (3-8yrs)

Creepy crafts (4-10yrs) Stories and crafts Twydall Library

Rochester Community Hub

Tue, 30 Jul, 2 - 3pm

That’s creepy (4-10yrs)

Fri, 26 Jul, 2.15 - 3pm

Creepy houses and spooky castles (3-8yrs)

Stories and crafts

Wed, 31 Jul, 10.30 - 11.30am

Rainham Library

Creepy gallery (4-10yrs)

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Sat, 13 Jul – Fri, 13 Sep This year we are pleased to announce the Teen Reading Challenge - teen readers are encouraged to choose six books, audiobooks or e-books from Medway libraries. There are some great prizes to be won, including book tokens and signed books from Malorie Blackman (award winning novelist of Noughts & Crosses) and Darren Shan (author of the Zom-B series). Plus a year’s membership at SHOKK or Echoes gym.

Fri, 26 Jul, 2 - 3pm

Explore our creepy house (3-8yrs) Stories and crafts

Strood Library

Create creepy self portraits to hang in Wigmore Library's rogue's art gallery. Stories and crafts Wigmore Library

Walderslade Village Library

All libraries

Fri, 26 July, 3.30 - 4.30pm Wed, 24 Jul, 2 - 3pm

Thu, 25 Jul, 3.45 - 4.30pm

Explore our creepy house

Creepy fun (3-8yrs)

(3-8yrs) Stories and crafts

Stories and crafts Thomas Aveling School and Community Library

Walderslade Hook Meadow Library

Creepy house (3-8yrs) Stories and crafts Hempstead library

Mon, 29 Jul, 2.30 - 3.30pm

Thu, 25 Jul, 2.15 - 3pm

Creepy house (4-10yrs)

Luton Library

Stories and crafts

Thu, 25 Jul, 2.30 - 3.15pm

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Mon, 29 Jul, 2.15 - 3pm

Stories and crafts

All libraries

Teen Reading Challenge (13-16 yrs)

Thu, 25 Jul, 2.15 - 3pm

Libraries

Sat, 13 Jul – Fri, 13 Sep

Chatham Community Hub

Make a creepy house (4-10yrs)

Tue, 30 Jul, 2.15 - 3pm

Stories and crafts

Hoo Library

Cuxton Library

Thu, 25 Jul, 2.30 - 3.15pm

Creepy castles

(4-10yrs) Make your own haunted castle. Stories and craft. Gillingham Library

Thu, 25 Jul, 11 - 11.45am

Creepy castles (3-8yrs) Make a castle then fill it with cards in following weeks. Stories and craft. Lordswood Library

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Exhibition: A Photographic record of Gillingham High Street and beyond Medway Archives and Local Studies Centre

The general knowledge quiz series where teams of six compete for the privilege of being the best. Thu, 20 Jun - 7.30 - 9pm

Thu, 18 Jul 2013, 7.30 - 9pm

Sights and sounds of Medway

Rochester Community Hub

£5 (members £3) includes refreshments Frindsbury Parish Hall

Tue, 18 – Sat, 29 Jun Normal opening hours

Exhibition: Water everywhere Grain and the 1953 tidal surge. Grain Library

• Hempstead Family History group Get help researching your family history.

Rochester Community Hub

Tue, 11 Jun, 7.30pm

Friends of Medway Archives present: A talk by Professor Sandra Dunster. For more information visit www.foma-lsc.org email odette_buchanan@yahoo.co.uk or phone 01634 718231.

There are lots of regular groups, classes and activities for adults at libraries throughout Medway. To find out which events are in each library visit www.enjoymedway.co.uk or phone your local library.

Fri, 28 Jun, 1.45pm

Grain and the 1953 floods A talk by Norma Crowe

• Hard-of-hearing readers’ group For people with impaired hearing who enjoy talking about books. • Kent Family History Society Help with family tree and genealogy research. • Knit and natter Bring your knitting and enjoy a chat.

Thu, 18 Jul, 7.30pm

• Knitting for charity For anyone who enjoys knitting or wants to learn. Needles and wool available if required.

Korea 1950-1953: The Forgotten War

• New to computers Free one-hour introduction sessions available in all libraries on request.

Grain Library

July 2013 marks the 60th Anniversary of the signing of a Cease Fire in the Korean War. Brigadier (Retd) Brian A H Parritt CBE, presents this talk about the forgotten war – a war which generated more British Serviceman casualties than the total number of casualties since 1953, including the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Chatham Community Hub

Wednesdays, 6.30pm

Learning English as a 2nd language (ESOL course) Chatham Community Hub

ICT courses – in conjunction with Medway Adult and Community Learning Service. To book phone 01634 338400 Wed, 5 Jun – Wed, 10 Jul, 10am - 12noon

Family history on the Internet £69 (concessions £48) Wigmore Library

• Poetry readers’ group For people who love to read and discuss poetry.

Mon, 10 Jun – Mon, 15 Jul, 10am - 12noon

• Readers’ groups For people who love to read and want to discuss books with others.

£69 (concessions £48) Rainham Library

• Visually impaired readers’ group For visually impaired people who listen to talking books and enjoy discussing them.

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Regular events for adults

Quiz night

Thu, 6 Jun – Tue, 6 Aug Normal opening hours

Libraries

Special events - adults

Computing: First steps

Tue, 2 Jul – Tue, 6 Aug, 1.30 - 3.30pm

Computing: First steps £69 (concessions £48) Wigmore Library

Library contact details For opening times visit www.medway.gov.uk/libraries or phone 01634 337799. Medway Mobile Library For routes and times visit www.medway.gov.uk/libraries medwaylibraries

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Medway Archives and Local Studies Centre, Strood 01634 332714 malsc@medway.gov.uk

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Thu, 1 Aug, 11am - 2pm

Charity cherry picnic

Treasure trove trail

Friends of The Vines are holding their annual cherry picnic with a grand raffle in aid of Macmillian Cancer Care. We will be celebrating Kentish cherries with a variety of stalls, children’s activities and competitions, plus the ever-popular sale of Kentish cherries (arrive early to avoid disappointment). No need to book in advance.

Find the Riverside pirate and his treasure, following a fun quiz trail around the park. A small prize for every child that enters. Suitable for accompanied children aged 5 to 12-years.

Outdoors

If indoor activities are not for you then have a look at what's going on at our parks and open spaces.

Sat, 13 Jul, 1 - 4pm

£3 per child.01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

The Vines, Rochester

Sun, 23 June, 12noon - 4pm

Sat, 1 Jun, 11am - 12noon (classroom based), 1 - 3pm (field based)

Beginners birdwatching

All the usual attractions and more, including circus skills, Jade Street Dancers, jazz band, Reggie Mental children's entertainer. For more information: www.friendsofbroomhill.org.uk odette_buchanan@yahoo.co.uk 01634 718231. Free Broomhill Park, Strood

Beginners fishing Learn the basics of course fishing with our park rangers. Aimed at beginners and those wanting to improve. All equipment and bait will be supplied. This event is popular, so please book early to avoid disappointment. Suitable for accompanied children aged 8 to 12-years. £10 per child. 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

Tue, 6 Aug, 10am - 12noon

Wildflowers Join one of the rangers to learn about the folklore and uses of wildflowers and why they are still important to us all today. Not suitable for children under 12-years-old. £2 per person. 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

(summer) Always wanted to tell the difference between birds found on the estuary or within the surrounding areas? This introductory course will help you identify the most common birds seen or heard during the summer. No experience necessary. Not suitable for children under 12-years-old.

Sat, 29 Jun, 10am - 12noon

Thu, 25 Jul, 10am - 12noon or 1 - 3pm

Orienteering family fun

Mini-beast hunt

Tue, 6 Aug, 10am - 12noon

Test your orienteering skills around Capstone. Suitable for groups, families and individuals who are after a bit of an adventure.

£3 per person. 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

£2 per person. 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

A must for those interested in insect life. Learn to identify the creatures that can be found at Riverside in the ponds and wildflower meadows. Suitable for accompanied children aged 5 to 12-years.

Sun, 9 Jun, 10am - 2pm

Sun, 7 Jul, 10am - 2pm

Volunteer task day

Come and help the parks’ volunteers for the day. An ideal opportunity to learn about what we do and to talk to volunteers. Refreshments will be provided.

Free. Register interest on 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

Free. Register interest on 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

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£2 per child. 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

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Broomhill annual funday

Thu, 25 Jul, 9 - 11am or 1 - 3pm

Orienteering family fun

£2 per person. 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

Wed, 7 Aug, 10am - 12noon or 1 - 3pm Thu, 1 Aug, 9 - 11am or 1 - 3pm

Beginners fishing

Creative clay creatures

Learn the basics of course fishing with our park rangers. Aimed at beginners and those wanting to improve. All equipment and bait will be supplied. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Suitable for accompanied children aged 8 to 12-years.

Take a walk around Riverside with one of the rangers, and try to spot some of the wildlife that lives at the park. On your return to the visitor centre you will have the chance to make clay models of what you have seen. Suitable for accompanied children aged 4 to12-years.

£10 per child. 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

£2 per child. 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

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Outdoors

Thu, 15 Aug, 10am - 12noon

Thu, 22 Aug, 10am - 12noon

Beginners fishing

Orienteering family fun

Family discovery walk

Learn the basics of course fishing with our park rangers. Aimed at beginners and those wanting to improve. All equipment and bait will be supplied. This event is popular, so please book early to avoid disappointment. Suitable for accompanied children aged 8 to 12-years.

Test your orienteering skills around Riverside. Suitable for groups, families and individuals who are after a bit of an adventure.

(summer)

£10 per child. 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

Sun, 18 Aug, 10am - 2pm

Volunteer task day

Tue, 13 Aug, 10am - 12noon or 1 - 3pm

Mini-beast hunt A must for those interested in insect life. Learn to identify the creatures that can be found at Riverside in the ponds and wildflower meadows. Suitable for accompanied children aged 5 to 12-years.

Come and help the parks’ volunteers for the day. An ideal opportunity to learn about what we do and to talk to volunteers. Refreshments will be provided. Free. Register interest on 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park Free. Register interest on 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

£2 per child. 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

£2 per person. 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

Thu, 22 Aug, 9 - 11am or 1 - 3pm

Beginners fishing

Thu, 29 Aug, 9 -11am or 1 - 3pm

Teddy bears’ picnic Bring your picnic along and join in the fun. There will be storytelling, fun and games. Most importantly don’t forgot to bring your teddy bear. Suitable for accompanied children 3 to 7-years-old. £3 per child. 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

Wild food

Tue, 27 Aug, 11am - 2pm

Discover the food that grows naturally in the wild to inspire you to create your own wild food. Suitable for accompanied children aged 4 to 12-years.

Treasure trove trail

£2 per person. 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

Wed, 21 Aug, 10am - 12noon

Under-the-sea collage Pop in for five minutes or half an hour - grab a felt tip pen or get creative with some arts and craft materials and help create an underthe-sea collage - to be displayed in Riverside’s visitor centre. Suitable for accompanied children aged 4 to 12-years. £2 per child. 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

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Tue, 20 Aug, 10am -12noon Wed, 14 Aug, 11am - 2pm

Join one of the rangers on the second of three walks this year looking at the signs of summer. Fun and interesting for all the family.

Follow the clues around Capstone’s lovely lake and wonderful woodlands to find the rubbing plaques. Prizes for those who complete the trail, Suitable for accompanied children aged 5 to 12-years.

Sat, 31 Aug, 8 - 10pm

Batty about bats

Wed, 28 Aug, 11am - 2pm

The Friends of The Vines and Kent Wildlife Trust will be leading a walk around The Vines, in search of the bats that roost in Rochester. Find out more about these fascinating animals and how your garden can make a difference. There will be a batty raffle, so bring your pennies. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Teddy bears’ picnic

No need to book in advance. The Vines, Rochester

£2 per child. 01634 338191 Capstone Farm Country Park

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£2 per person. 01634 338191 Riverside Country Park

Outdoors

Thu, 8 Aug, 9 - 11am or 1 - 3pm

Bring your picnic along and join in the fun. There will be storytelling, fun and games. Most importantly don’t forgot to bring your teddy bear. Suitable for accompanied children 3 to 7-years-old. £3 per child. Book in advance 01634 337432 Riverside Country Park

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