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Regular Activities Craft Afternoons Fortnightly Thursdays 12-4pm (26th Sept, 3rd, 17th, 31st Oct, 14th, 28th Nov, 12th Dec) Come and get crafty with your Students’ Union! Be creative with special holidays crafts, paint a pint or try some tie-dye. The Lounge, Bar Latitude, Students’ Union Greenwich Campus 50p-£1 depending on activity
Acoustic Afternoons Weekly Thursdays 4-7pm Spend your afternoon relaxing at Sparrows with acoustic artists coming in to play while you chill out with some food and drink from our daytime menu. We’re always looking for new artists to play, so if you’d like to perform then contact Sparrows’ Manager on sparrowsbar@gre.ac.uk. Sparrows Bar, Southwood Site, Avery Hill Campus Free
Open Mic Nights Weekly Thursdays 7pm-12am This is your chance to showcase your talent, or just sit back and listen to the best Greenwich has. Whether you’re a solo artist, band, or spoken word artist; the mic is ready and waiting for you. Sparrows Bar, Southwood Site, Avery Hill Campus £1 for audience; free entry & free drink for performers Film Society Fortnightly Mondays 8pm (23rd Sept, 7th, 21st Oct, 4th, 18th Nov, 2nd Dec) Fancy chilling out and watching a movie for free? Bar Latitude will be hosting our regular Film Society showings, where anyone can vote for the next film to be screened. Check out www.facebook.com/ SUUGgiveitago to vote for the next film! Bar Latitude, Students’ Union Greenwich Campus Free Skills Sessions Fortnightly Tuesdays, 3-4.30pm Want to improve your employability? Then come along to one of our skills sessions for guidance and practical activities to brush up on your skills. 8th Oct: Time Management 22nd Oct: Event Planning 5th Nov: Presentation Skills 19th Nov: Project Management 3rd Dec: Public Speaking Activities Room, Students’ Union Greenwich Campus Free
Climbing Society Open Day Weds 2nd Oct, 2.30-8pm Come and get active with the Climbing Society at The Reach – no experience required! get free equipment hire, a free mini-lesson, and unlimited climbing & bouldering for the day. Find out more at www.facebook.com/ groups/uogclimbingsociety The Reach Climbing Centre, Charlton. (Meet at Greenwich Campus main gate 1.45pm ) £5 5-a-Side Football 4 week leagues Fridays, 5-7pm Block 1: 18th, 25th Oct, 1st, 8th, Nov Block 2: 15th, 22nd, 29th Nov, 6th, Dec Want to play football whilst at Uni, but can’t commit to playing all year? Or just want to play casually with some friends? Then join one of our regular 4 week 5-a-Side Football leagues, giving you the chance to get active and have some fun! David Fussey Sports Hall, Southwood Site, Avery Hill Campus £4 per team per league spaces are limited; sign up at www.suug.co.uk/ sports/5aside/
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One-Off Activities London Street Art Walking Tour Tues 8th Oct, 6pm Join other University of Greenwich students as this award winning tour takes you into the heart of London’s vibrant East End to explore the past and present of London’s cultural and creative hub. Book online in advance (suug.co.uk/giag) Meet at Cutty Sark DLR 6pm £8 Video Games Tournament Weds 9th Oct, 1-8pm Come along to play against friends and fellow students, and meet members of our Anime & Games Society (www.facebook.com/ GreenwichGamers) who have regular gaming sessions for you to get involved in! The Lounge, Bar Latitude, Students’ Union Greenwich Campus Free 5-a-Side Football: Skills Session Fri 11th Oct, 5-7pm Want to brush up on your football skills ahead of the 5-a-Side 4 week leagues? Or want to try small-sided football for the first time? Then come along! Book Online in advance at www. suug.co.uk/sports/5aside/ David Fussey Sports Hall, Southwood Site, Avery Hill Campus Free
Brighton Day Trip Sat 12th Oct 9am pickup, leave Brighton 6pm Missing the seaside? Then come along on our day trip to Brighton for some fresh air, the sea, and picturesque views – we can’t promise sunshine but fingers crossed! Book online in advance (suug.co.uk/giag) Pickup Greenwich Students’ Union 9am, Avery Hill Gatehouse 9.30am Leave Brighton 6pm £10
Bowling Tues 15th Oct, 8-11pm Check out your local bowling alley for some friendly fun on their regular student night. Compete against flatmates and friends to see who’s top bowler, or get competitive on the arcade machines and air hockey table. 1st Bowl, Lewisham £1.50 per game
brings all the action and adventure you’ve dreamed of in video games to life! Book online in advance (suug.co.uk/giag) Bunker 51, North Greenwich £15 (includes equipment and 100 paintballs)
GhostBus Tour Halloween Week - Sun 27th Oct Take a spooky London bus tour to remember! Hear about London’s grisly history, from executions to the heads of criminals placed on spikes at the city’s entrances. There are also surprises on-board the bus. Do you dare check out the creepier side of London? Book online in advance (suug.co.uk/giag) Meet at Bar Latitude, Students’ Union Greenwich Campus £15
Paintballing Thurs 24th Oct, time TBC Get active with indoor paintball in a themed decommissioned Cold War nuclear bunker! Bunker 51
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Blackheath Fireworks Sun 3rd Nov, 6pm til late Blackheath Fireworks is one of the biggest free community events in the capital and is now attracting up to 100,000 people each year. With funfair rides, bar and food stalls and a fantastic fireworks display, it’s a great way to celebrate Bonfire Night! Meet at Bar Latitude, Students’ Union Greenwich Campus 6pm to walk as a group to Blackheath Free
Pasta Making at Jamie’s Italian Weds 13th Nov, 3pm Visit the brand new Jamie’s Italian in Greenwich for a pasta masterclass! Learn how to easily make your own pasta, and get advice from the experts about types of pasta, how to make it, and what to eat with it! Book online in advance (suug.co.uk/giag) Meet at 2. 45pm Bar Latitude, Students’ Union Greenwich Campus Free
Roller Disco Thurs 14th Nov, 8pm Get your skates on at the Vauxhall Roller Disco and show off your moves! For the special student price of £6 you get a night worth of skating and free skate hire at the awesome roller disco – two skating arenas to keep the fun rolling, and fancy dress is encouraged! Book online in advance (suug.co.uk/giag) Meet at 7.30pm Bar Latitude, Students’ Union Greenwich Campus £6 Charlton v Ipswich Sat 30th Nov, 3pm kickoff Enjoy seeing our local Championship football club take on league rivals Ipswich at home at The Valley! Whether you regularly watch football or are completely new to the game, going to see a football match is a brilliant experience and guaranteed entertainment. Book online in advance (suug.co.uk/giag) The Valley, Charlton £15 Puss in Boots Pantomime Weds 4th Dec, 1.30pm The traditional British pantomime is not to be missed - join crafty cat Puss in Boots for his adventures just round the corner from our Greenwich campus, and get in the holiday’s spirit! Greenwich Theatre £18
Ice Skating at Somerset House Weds 11th Dec, time TBC Get active with Give it a Go and take a whirl around London’s most glamorous ice rink. Ice rinks pop up all over the capital during winter, but you can’t beat the stunning views of Somerset House for a skating experience to remember! Meet at Bar Latitude, Students’ Union Greenwich Campus Price TBC -(keep an eye on
suug.co.uk/giag/trips 5-a-Side Football Winter Tournament Fri 13th Dec, 1-7pm End your term with some friendly rivalry on the pitch! Get some mates together, form a team with your course, halls, or just your friends, and enter our winter 5-a-side football tournament! David Fussey Sports Hall, Southwood Site, Avery Hill Campus £2 per team
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