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Celebrating Community Festival 2011
Programme of Events
11th - 26th June 2011 Celebrating all that is good in our area Supported by local churches, organisations and community groups Latest details online at www.celebratingcommunity.org.uk
Welcome to our Community Festival This if the fifth year of the Celebrating Community Festivals, yet we have hardly managed to scratch the surface of all the things in our area to give thanks for and to celebrate. There are wonderful people who look after neighbours and those who give up their time to run groups for children and the elderly. There are lots of unsung heroes. Long before it became a snappy political catch phrase, the church has seen itself as a facilitator of community, an enabler of what has become termed ‘the Big Society’ … each of us looking out for our neighbour ... a sound Christian principal which churches working together in our area are putting into practice. Once again a group of volunteers from local churches have been working for months gathering information for this Programme of over 100 events. A traditional village fair, talks, tea parties, clubs, exciting church events etc. that we hope will appeal to you. Lots of activities to join in with, places where you can meet with others and extend your circle of friends. Why not give a few things ‘new to you’ a try. I suggest that you go through the Programme and mark the events that catch your eye so that you don’t miss them. Gardeners, there is a ‘plant swap’ on Wednesday 22nd June. Bring your contributions to Coffee Break at St William’s Church and see whether there’s a ‘treasure’ that you would like to plant up. Katy and Graham will be encouraging us to get our hands dirty - gardening and growing something to eat … this time in a plant pot, so you don’t even need a garden! As a community, we celebrate with Walderslade Primary School their new school building. You will see that the Headteacher is inviting us to look around the new school from 1.30 to 3.00pm on Thursday June 23rd . [Please see page 23 for more details]. Before the start of the Festival there will be a Community Clear Up, organised by Rev Phil Wootton on Sunday 5th June starting at 1.30 to 3.00pm. If you would like to help contact Phil on 01634 660087 – litter pickers and black sacks will be provided. 2
Throughout the Festival Fortnight Glad to be Grey is an annual two week event for people over
55 years. Introduced by the Churches in Walderslade in 2005 for people who do not get the chance to go on holiday or go out much and wish to make new friends. Outings, meals, games, services etc. are arranged. There is usually a theme to the events and they take place in early May, with other events happening monthly. During the Festival Walderslade Village Library will be displaying photographs from past holiday clubs and more information about Glad to be Grey … do call in and see the display and consider whether this group is one you would like to be part of. If so, please contact Ruth Boyes on 01634 687466.
Fill a black sack! You may feel it is time to have a clear out of
old clothes, handbags, shoes, belts, curtains, blankets etc. (We are sorry we are not able to take duvets or pillows). Bring your sacks full of these things to the Coffee Break at St William’s Church – they will then be recycled. To find out Coffee Break opening times please ring 01634 867194.
Newspaper, magazines or cardboard - a large recycling container is outside St William’s Church in Walderslade Village and the church would be really pleased to receive all your card / paper recycling. Open most mornings to receive contributions (closed Thursdays) please ring 01634 867194. Getting the best from the Bible by Selwyn Hughes who
writes ‘in an age of uncertainty, the one sure way to maintain spiritual peace and poise is by focusing on God’s Word each day’. This easy to follow book is available free of charge. If you would like a copy, most of the churches involved in the Festival have supplies to give out or ring 01634 684888 and we will arrange for you to get your free copy.
Children’s Holiday Club 25-29 July at Walderslade Girl’s’ School 9.30-12.00 for 5-11 year olds (years 1-6) only £7 for the whole week (if you have a large family contact us about the cost). This 3
year’s action packed, fun programme’s theme is - Trailblazers – the craziest journey in history (become secret agents and spies!) For more information on pre-booking your children, visit St Philip and St James’ website - pipnjims.co.uk or telephone Rev David Green 01634 864348
Children’s Colouring Competition organised by the Bible
Reading Fellowship. Children are encouraged to draw their favourite story about Jesus on the special sheets available most mornings from Coffee Break at St William’s Church or telephone 01634 684888 to get your copy. There are book token prizes given by the BRF. Closing date for the competition is the last Sunday of the Festival (these can be dropped into St William’s Church; 18 Marion Close, Walderslade or The CLC Bookshop in Chatham High Street – opposite Argos). At the heart of this festival is God’s church working together, setting aside their differences for the love of God and for the love of our community. Within the fortnight there are lots of opportunities to be still and draw inner spiritual strength from God. You will receive a warm welcome from any of the churches listed at the back of the Programme. My prayer is that you will be blessed by this Festival. Rev John S Currie (Festival Co-ordinator).
2011 Programme On pages 5 to 9 of this programme you will find over 100 events listed, many of which are free, and by the time you read this there will be even more on the website at www.celebratingcommunity.org.uk
Local Churches Details can be found on page 25.
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2011 Programme of Events Here is a summary list of events - see the alphabetical list on pages 10 to 24 for details of each event. Remember - visit the website to see new events that were confirmed after this programme went to print and also any changes or cancellations to printed events: http://www.celebratingcommunity.org.uk/ Time
Event
Friday 10 June 8pm-10pm
‘Blessing our Community’
Saturday 11 June 2pm-5pm
Blue Bell Hill Village Fete
2.30pm
The Licensing of Reverend Derek D’Souza at Christ the King
Sunday 12 June Various times
Church Services
4pm-5pm
Help the Heroes ‘Songs of Praise’ service
Monday 13 June 9.30am-12.30pm
M.A.P.S. (Mark’s Activity Programme Service)
10am-12noon
Computer Course for All Abilities
10.30am-12noon
Coffee with Kent Wildlife Trust
10.30am-11am
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
10.30-11am
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
12.30pm-1.30pm
M.A.P.S. Lunch Club
1.30pm-4.30pm
M.A.P.S. (Mark’s Activity Programme Service)
2pm
Folk Music Explored with Derek Moore
2pm
Women’s Fellowship
2pm
CAMEO (Come and Meet Each Other) - talk by the Kent Air Ambulance
5.30pm - 7.30pm
5th Chatham South Brownies and Guides - Special joint craft evening
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Time
Event
Tuesday 14 June 9.45am
Robin Hood Walkers
10am-1pm (lunch 12noon)
Coffee Shop for the over 60s
10.15-10.45am 11am-11.30am
Baby Bounce and Rhyme followed by Toddler Shake and Boogie
From 12 noon
Light Lunches at St William’s Coffee Break
12.30pm
Breakaway Community Lunch
5pm-6pm
Rainbow Kids
6.15-7.30pm
Spectrum
7.30-8.20pm
Aerobics
8.30-9.20pm
Zumba
Wednesday 15 June 10am
‘MAGIC’ (Medway Autistic Group & Information Centre) Support for parents / carers
10am-11.30am
Wafflers - Bible Study Group
11.30am-1.30pm
Brunch at St Simon Stock
12noon - 1pm
Line Dancing
12.15pm
Teddy Bears Picnic
2.15pm-2.45pm
Storytime
3.30pm
A Strawberry Tea Party
7pm-8pm
Zumba
8pm-10pm
Line Dancing
Thursday 16 June 9.30am-11.30am
Tunbury Tots
9.30am-11am
Chicks
10.30am
A Service of Healing and Wholeness
1pm-3.30pm
Little Angels Teddy Bears Picnic
4.30pm-5.30pm
3rd Chatham Rainbows
Friday 17 June
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9.30am-10am
Toddler Shake and Boogie
9.30am-11.30am
Tunbury Tots
10am-12noon
Medway Waste Services Can Save You Money!
1.30pm-4.30pm
M.A.P.S. (Mark’s Activity Programme Service)
2.15pm-2.45pm
Story Time
Time
Event
7pm
Fizz Quiz
7.30pm-9.30pm
Youth Club
8pm
Sing-a-long with Julie Andrews and the Von Trapp Family!
Saturday 18 June from 9am
Lordswood Leisure Centre ‘Come and Try for Free’ Sessions
10am-12.30pm
Browse ‘n’ Buy Sale
10.45 am
An African Storytime with Gideon Sappor
11am-11.30am
Fathers Day Bounce and Rhyme Session
11am-2pm
Table Sale and Meet the Minister!
2pm-4pm
Messy Church ‘Festival’ Special
7pm
African Evening
Sunday 19 June Various times
Church Services
from 9am
Lordswood Leisure Centre ‘Come and try for Free’ Sessions
2.30pm
Guided Woodland Walk - Round Wood and Plateaux
6.30pm
Churches Together in Walderslade, United Trinity Sunday Service
Monday 20 June 9.30am
M.A.P.S. (Mark’s Activity Programme Service)
10am-12noon
Healthy Living - Stay Well!
10.30am-11am
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
10.30am-11am
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
12.30pm-1.30pm
M.A.P.S. Lunch Club
1.30pm-4.30pm
M.A.P.S. (Mark’s Activity Programme Service)
2pm
A Glimpse into the History of Walderslade
2pm
Women’s Fellowship
3.30pm-6pm
Sporty Church
5.15pm-6.45pm
5th Chatham South Brownies
7pm-8.30pm
5th Chatham South Guides
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Time
Event
Tuesday 21 June 9.30am-12noon
Craft Group
9.45am
Robin Hood Walkers
10am-1pm (lunch 12-1pm)
Coffee Shop for the over 60s
10.15-10.45am 11am-11.30am
Baby Bounce and Rhyme followed by Toddler, Shake and Boogie
12noon
Light Lunches at St. William’s Coffee Break
12.15 for 12.30pm
Breakaway Community Lunch
2pm
Good News Club
5pm-6pm
Rainbow Kids
6.15pm-7.30pm
Spectrum
7.30pm-8.20pm
Aerobics
8.30pm-9.20pm
Zumba
Wednesday 22 June
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10am-12noon
Grow Your Own - food on your windowsill or patio (together with a plant exchange)
10am-12noon
St Alban’s Housewives’ Fellowship Coffee Morning
10am-11.30am
Wafflers - Bible Study Group
11.30am-1.30pm
Brunch at St Simon Stock
12noon-1pm
Line Dancing
2.15-2.45pm
Story Time
3.45pm-5.00pm
Chatterbooks
7pm-8pm
Zumba
7pm-9.30pm (approx)
Win a ‘Million’ Quiz Night
7.30pm
St Alban’s Housewives’ Fellowship ‘Bruges - it’s more than chocolate’!
7.30pm-9.30pm
Sausage Sizzle at Guideland
8pm-10pm
Line Dancing
8pm
Scrapbooking Group
Time
Event
Thursday 23 June 10.30am
Guided Woodland Walk - Round Wood and Plateaux
9.30-11.30am
Tunbury Tots
1.30pm-3.30pm
Little Angels with Music and Movement
1.30pm-3pm
Walderslade Primary School - Community Open Day
4.30pm-5.30pm
3rd Chatham Rainbows
Friday 24 June 9.30am-10am
Toddler Shake and Boogie
9.30am-11.30am
Tunbury Tots (Special craft morning)
10am
An Insiders Guide on how to sell your house!
10am-2.30pm
Oasis Café
1pm
Maundene School Annual Summer Fayre
1.30pm-4.30pm
M.A.P.S. (Mark’s Activity Programme Service)
2pm-4pm
Knitting for Charity Group
2.15pm-2.45pm
Story Time with special guests - Guide Dogs for the Blind
7pm-9pm
An Evening of Summer Music
7.30pm-9.30pm
Youth Club
Saturday 25 June 10am-2pm
‘New to You Sale’ and Coffee
3pm-5pm
Joyce’s Special Afternoon Tea
Sunday 26 June Various times
Church Services
From 1pm (service between 2pm-3pm)
GRAND FINALE TO THE CELEBRATING COMMUNITY FESTIVAL
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Alphabetical List of Events 3rd Chatham Rainbows All welcome to come along to see how we enjoy ourselves. Each Thursday in term time. Free Venue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood ME5 OUD When: Thursday 16 & 23 June 4.30pm - 5.30pm Contact: Mrs Victoria Jeffery 01634 666320
5th Chatham South Brownies Come along and see what we do. Every Monday during term time. Free Venue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood ME5 0UD When: Monday 20 June 5.15pm - 6.45pm Contact: Mrs Helen Masters 01634 304743
5th Chatham South Brownies and Guides - Special joint craft evening Come and join in with the fun craft and sweet making for Father’s Day. Brownies and Guides meet every Monday during term time why not give these groups a try. Free Venue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood ME5 0UD When: Monday 13 June 5.30pm - 7.30pm Contact: Mrs Helen Masters 01634 304743
5th Chatham South Guides All are welcome to come along and have a taste of what Guides do. You might just decide to join us. Every Monday during term time. Free Venue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood ME5 0UD When: Monday 20 June 7.00pm - 8.30pm Contact: Miss Laura McNeil 01634 200516
A Glimpse into the History of Walderslade Malcolm Wright, publisher and author of books on local history will be talking about the compiling of his books especially the one currently being completed on ‘The Pictorial History of Walderslade, Lordswood and Blue Bell Hill’ (working title). Malcolm will also be displaying historical photographs of Walderslade. Those who remember Miss Kissick’s books and talks will not want to miss this informative talk. Books will also be available to purchase and the library will have a display of local history books, there will also be refreshments. Free Venue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade Road, ME5 0LR When: Monday 20 June 2.00pm Contact: Library 01634 686467
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A Service of Healing and Wholeness A time of peace, quiet and healing prayer. Free Venue: St Alban’s Church, Blue Bell Hill Village ME5 9QR When: Thursday 16 June 10.30am Contact: Rev Phil Wootton 01634 660087
A Strawberry Tea Party Book your places for this special treat of fresh strawberries followed by entertainment - this event is for senior citizens. £2.50 Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Wednesday 15 June 3.30pm Contact: Mrs Vera Jones 01634 862748
Aerobics Exercise class - all abilities. £3 per class Venue: Christ the King Church, Dove Close, Princes Park, Chatham ME5 7PX When: Tuesday 14 & 21 June 7.30pm - 8.20pm Contact: Linda Eatwell 01634 811895
African Evening A taste of Africa without leaving Walderslade! Sample African hospitality with food, music and try on African attire. Complete with lively and inspiring African praise and dance. All welcome. Not to be missed!. Donations Venue: 41st Medway Scouts Hall, Mafeking Road, Walderslade ME5 9HG When: Saturday 18 June 7.00pm Contact: Gideon Sappor 01634 317361
An African Storytime with Gideon Sappor An exciting African story for children told by Gideon Sappor who was born in Ghana. Free Venue: Hook Meadow Library, King George Road, Walderslade ME5 0TZ When: Saturday 18 June 10.45 am Contact: Library 01634 861531
An Evening of Summer Music Local choirs unite to bring an evening of secular and sacred musical entertainment, including delightful children’s choirs from St Benedict’s School and St Thomas More. Conducted by Josie Ryder from St Simon Stock. Donations Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Friday 24 June 7.00pm - 9.00pm Contact: Josie Ryder 01634 862910 or Sylvia Cooper 01634 863450
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An Insiders Guide on how to sell your house! Julie Brown from Robinson, Michael & Jackson Estate Agents will give advice and help on presenting your house for sale. She will be available to answer your questions and offer help in how to avoid the pitfalls and problems involved in selling your home. Julie comes with 25yrs experience in the business. Free Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Friday 24 June 10.00am Contact: Julie Brown 01634 868000
Baby Bounce and Rhyme Parents and carers can enjoy knee bouncing, finger and nursery rhymes. For babies 18 months or under. Free Venue: Hook Meadow Library, King George Road, Walderslade ME5 0TZ When: Monday 13 & 20 June 10.30am - 11.00am Contact: Library 01634 861531 Venue: Lordswood Library, Kestrel Road, Lordswood ME5 8TH When: Monday 13 & 20 June 10.30am - 11.00am Contact: Library 01634 862096
Baby Bounce and Rhyme followed by Toddler, Shake and Boogie Baby Bounce and Rhyme for babies under 18months. Toddler, Shake and Boogie fun sessions for pre-school children. Free Venue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade ME5 9LR When: Tuesday 14 & 21 June 10.15am - 10.45am followed at 11.00am - 11.30am Contact: Library 01634 686467
‘Blessing our Community’ A special time to pray for our community and those who serve us at the start of the Festival. Free Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Friday 10 June 8.00pm - 10.00pm Contact: Mandy Harris 01634 373876
Blue Bell Hill Village Fete A traditional village fete. Lots of stalls, home made cakes and teas plus arena events. Small entry charge Venue: St Alban’s Church, Robin Hood Lane, Blue Bell Hill Village ME5 9QR When: Saturday 11 June 2.00pm - 5.00pm Contact: Brian Burford 01634 863537
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Breakaway Community Lunch Lunches are served every Tuesday during term time and include choice of soup, ploughman, salad, yoghurt, tea/coffee. Everyone welcome - no need to book. £2.00 Venue: St Philip and St. James Church, King George Road, Walderslade ME5 0TZ When: Tuesday 14 & 21 June 12.30pm Contact: Jean Bowring 01634 864579
Browse ‘n’ Buy Sale As well as a variety of goods - most new or nearly new, including something for most ages, there’s always homemade cakes, jams and preserves for sale and time to enjoy a relaxing coffee and chat to others at Coffee Corner!. Free Venue: St David’s Church, Newton Close, Lordswood (next to the Kestrel) ME5 8TR When: Saturday 18 June 10.00am - 12.30pm Contact: Sylvia Wrigglesworth 01634 683789
Brunch at St Simon Stock A warm welcome and delicious food to eat awaits you at St Simon Stock, there will also be home-made cakes to buy. In aid of ‘Little Heart Matters’. Donations Venue: St Simon Stock Church, Bleakwood Road, Walderslade ME5 0NF When: Wednesday 15 & 22 June 11.30am - 1.30pm Contact: Mavis Westbrook 01634 682658
CAMEO (Come and Meet Each Other) - talk by the Kent Air Ambulance CAMEO is a group of retired people who meet monthly. Today’s get together includes a talk by The Kent Air Ambulance about their work. Guests free Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Monday 13 June 2.00pm Contact: Bernard Seagrove 01634 865919
Chatterbooks A lively reading group for 8-12 year olds. Free Venue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade ME5 9LR When: Wednesday 22 June 3.45pm - 5.00pm Contact: Library 01634 686467
Chicks A parent and toddler group with lots of toys, play mats etc. A friendly social atmosphere. £1 per family Venue: Christ the King, Dove Close, Princes Park ME5 7PX When: Thursday 16 June 9.30am - 11am Contact: Mary Roberts 01634 868020 13
Church Services You will be made very welcome by any of the congregations. Details of churches and relevant contacts are at the back of this Programme. When: Every Sunday Various times, check back of programme for details Contact: Rev John Currie 01634 684888
Churches Together in Walderslade, United Trinity Sunday Service A celebration service for all the local churches. Free Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Sunday 19 June 6.30pm Contact: Rev John Currie 01634 684888
Coffee Shop for the over 60s Relax, read the paper, enjoy hospitality! Tea, Coffee and Homemade cake 50p. Lunch - Soup & Roll £1. 50p and £1 Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Tuesday 14 & 21 June 10.00am - 1.00pm (lunch 12 - 1.00pm) Contact: Lisa Arnold 01634 312194
Coffee with Kent Wildlife Trust An opportunity to come and hear about the work of the Wildlife Trust and find out how we can play our part in preserving wildlife. Kent Wildlife’s Geoff Orton will also answer questions. Free Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Monday 13 June 10.30 am - 12noon Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194
Computer Course for All Abilities Come and learn the basics or improve your skills. This course will run for 4 mornings (13th-16th). Please book in advance. £5 for the week Venue: St Thomas More RC Primary School, Bleakwood Road, Walderslade ME5 0NP When: Monday 13 June 10.00am - 12noon Contact: Phil Williams 01634 864701
Craft Group Come and have a try at card making, quilting or lace making together with a coffee and chat. Venue: Christ the King, Dove Close, Princes Park ME5 7PX When: Tuesday 21 June 9.30am - 12noon Contact: Beryl Davies 01634 668271
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Fathers Day Bounce and Rhyme Session Celebrate Father’s Day at Lordswood Library, this event is for Dads with 0-3 year olds (Mums can come too!). Refreshments provided. Free Venue: Lordswood Library, Kestrel Road, Chatham ME5 8TH When: Saturday 18 June 11.00am - 11.30am Contact: Library 01634 862096
Fizz Quiz Make up a team of six, or just come along and join in. Have fun finding out just how much you don’t know! Bring your own nibbles and soft drinks. Tea / coffee and biscuits provided. £2 per person Venue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood ME5 OUD When: Friday 17 June 7.00pm Contact: Ruth Boyes 01634 687466
Folk Music Explored with Derek Moore Derek has many years involvement in folk music and guitar playing and he will be sharing his story, singing and playing his guitar. Refreshments will also be available. Free Venue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade Centre, Walderslade Road ME5 9LR When: Monday 13 June 2.00pm Contact: Library 01634 686467
Good News Club Mainly for over 55s, but all welcome. This group enjoys the ‘good news’ about Jesus with worship songs and prayer. Followed by a fun game of indoor bowls, Boccia - played seated in teams. The afternoon is rounded off with a cup of tea and a biscuit. Free Venue: St Philip & St. James Church Hall, King George Road, Walderslade ME5 0TZ When: Tuesday 21 June 2.00pm Contact: Margaret Monk 01634 353097 or Bridget Nightingale 01634 868709
GRAND FINALE to the CELEBRATING COMMUNITY FESTIVAL An outdoor service of praise, music, encouragement and testimony for all the family. Please bring a picnic rug and lunch from about 1pm and stay for the service. Free Venue: Hook Meadow Open Area, Walderslade Road ME5 0LY When: Sunday 26 June From 1.00pm (service between 2.00pm - 3.00pm) Contact: Pat Griffiths 01634 862817
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Grow Your Own - food on your windowsill or patio (together with a plant exchange) There is something satisfying about eating food you’ve grown yourself. Katy and Graham Hill, local gardeners, will be sharing suggestions on how to grow salad, veg and herbs in a limited space. Have a go at planting some herb seeds to take home and bring your gardening questions to discuss. Together with a ‘plant exchange’ - bring your unwanted plants and swap them for something that you would like instead. Free Venue: Coffee Break (far end of the church building) St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Wednesday 22 June 10.00am - 12noon Contact: Graham and Katy Hill 07908 592761
Guided Woodland Walk - Round Wood and Plateaux Led by Bernard and Julia Gaydon of the Walderslade Woodlands Group. Walk amongst a diversity of native flowers and trees. Birds and bufferlies may appear can they be identified? See an unusual mamillated sarsen stone. Ring to book your place. Suitable for accompanied school aged children, and you can bring your dog! Wear sensible shoes/boots and be aware there are short steep sections. Walkers will need to sign an accident indemnity form. Free Venue: Meet in the car park at Beechen Hall, Wildfell Close, Walderslade ME5 9RU When: Sunday 19 June 2.30pm & Thursday 23 June 10.30am Contact: Bernard & Julia Gaydon 01634 861627
Healthy Living - Stay Well! Nurse, Sister Maureen Ashdown will be available to offer advice and discuss healthy eating / avoiding diabetes etc. She will also be offering blood pressure testing - no appointment necessary!. Free Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Monday 20 June 10am - 12noon Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194
Help the Heroes ‘Songs of Praise’ service Did you serve in the forces? Are your loved ones serving in the Forces? Would you like to support our serving Forces? Then come and join our ‘songs of praise’ style Forces special service. If you would like to sing a special hymn please contact Debbie Oliver 01634 684439 or email deb.80@blueyonder.co.uk. A collection will be taken for ‘Help the Heores’ charity; wear your medals with pride or come in uniform. Collection taken Venue: St David’s Church, Newton Close, Lordswood (next to the Kestrel) ME5 8TR When: Sunday 12 June 4.00pm - 5.00pm Contact: Debbie Oliver 01634 684439 16
Joyce’s Special Afternoon Tea You are invited to take tea with Joyce and friends at St David’s Church. Freshly made sandwiches, wonderful home-made cakes and scones plus tea and coffee. Come and be waited on!. £3.50 per head Venue: St David’s Church, Newton Close, Lordswood (next to the Kestrel) ME5 8TR When: Saturday 25 June 3.00pm - 5.00pm Contact: Joyce Warren 01634 668845
Knitting for Charity Group For anyone who enjoys knitting or wants to learn. Knitting for local and overseas charities. Wool and needles are available to help you get started, gentlemen are welcome to join too! Free Venue: Lordswood Library, Kestrel Road, Lordswood, Chatham ME5 8TH When: Friday 24 June 2.00pm - 4.00pm Contact: Lordswood Library 01634 862096
Light Lunches at St William’s Coffee Break Treat yourself or bring a friend to lunch. Enjoy a light lunch with salad, plus yoghurt / pudding with fairly traded tea / coffee. You will be warmly welcomed. £2.50 Venue: Coffee Break (far end of the church building) St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Tuesday 14 & 21 June From 12 noon Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194
Line Dancing Come and give line dancing a try, beginners welcomed and you don’t need a partner! Two classes - beginners and improvers (evening classes £4 per session). £3 per session Venue: Hook Meadow Hall, King George Road, Walderslade ME5 0TZ When: Wednesday 15 & 22 June 12noon-1pm then 8.00pm-10.00pm Contact: Linda Eatwell 01634 811895
Little Angels Teddy Bears Picnic Pre-school children are invited to bring their teddies or a favourite furry friend for a special picnic tea and games. £1 per person Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Thursday 16 June 1pm - 3.30pm Contact: Mrs Mandy Harris 01634 373876
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Little Angels with Music and Movement Fun and a warm welcome await parents and carers with pre-school children. Today there will be lots of fun and energy expressed in our music and movement session. £1 per person Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Thursday 23 June 1.30pm - 3.30pm Contact: Mandy Harris 01634 373876
Lordswood Leisure Centre ‘Come and Try for Free’ Sessions Free day pass to come and try the excellent gym facilities ring from more information or just drop by. Free Venue: Lordswood Leisure Centre, North Dane Way, Lordswood ME5 8YE When: Saturday 18 June & Sunday 19 June from 9.00am Contact: Jo Randall 01634 682862
M.A.P.S. (Mark’s Activity Programme Service) For people with physical and / or learning disabilities. £5 per client £1 carers and parents Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Monday 13 June 9.30am-12.30pm & 1.30pm-4.30pm When: Friday 17 June 1.30pm-4.30pm When: Monday 20 June 9.30am-12.30pm & 1.30pm-4.30pm When: Friday 24 June 1.30pm-4.30pm Contact: Mark Spurgeon 01634 317431
M.A.P.S. Lunch Club For people with physical and / or learning disabilities. Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Monday 13 & 20 June 12.30pm - 1.30pm Contact: Mark Spurgeon 01634 317431
MAGIC’ (Medway Autistic Group & Information Centre) Support for parents / carers Find out about the work of this local group from those who understand what living with autistic spectrum disorders is like and hear about the support and help they can offer. Hear how parents support other parents who live with Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome or Autism Spectrum Disorder. MAGIC also helps Autistic children integrate into the local community and build their self esteem. Lynn Green will be happy to speak one-to-one or answer questions. Free Venue: Coffee Break (far end of the church building) St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Wednesday 15 June 10.00am Contact: MAGIC Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194 18
Maundene School Annual Summer Fayre Join in the fun at Maundene’s Summer Fayre, all monies raised will be spent on projects to enhance the children’s school experience. Venue: Maundene School, Swallow Rise, Princes Park ME5 7QB When: Friday 24 June 1.00pm Contact: Sandra Wonnacott 07905775287
Medway Waste Services Can Save You Money! A short presentation on re-usable nappies and recycling by a Council representative. Your questions will also be answered regarding composting, bulky collections, street cleaning and refuse collections. Free Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Friday 17 June 10.00am - 12noon Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194
Messy Church ‘Festival’ Special Messy Church is holding a ‘special’ just for the Festival with food! Lots of craft activities for 5-11 year olds accompanied by their parents, together with a special story time with a ‘message’. Messy Church usually meets on the first Monday of each month at 3.30pm and concludes with a fantastic family meal for just £2 per person. Younger and older siblings are welcome to come with the rest of the family. Why not give Messy Church a try?. £2 per person Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Saturday 18 June 2.00pm - 4.00pm Contact: Kate Cross 01634 671181
‘New to You Sale’ and Coffee Come and browse the items donated for sale and pick up some bargains, clothes, bric-a-brac, books etc. Refreshments available. Free Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Saturday 25 June 10am - 2.00pm Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194
Oasis Café An informal café that happens regularly on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. Teas, coffees, soft drinks etc. are served with homemade cakes and light snacks such as homemade soups, jacket potatoes, toasties etc. Oasis offers a warm welcome to anyone passing by as well as those making a detour just to pop in for delicious food at knock down prices and easy company. Free Venue: St David’s Church, Newton Close, Lordswood (next to the Kestrel) ME5 8TR When: Friday 24 June 10.00am - 2.30pm Contact: Linda Hartwell 01474 852280
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Rainbow Kids Club for children in school years Reception - Yr 2. Come along and see what goes on. £1.50 Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Tuesday 14 & 21 June 5.00pm - 6.00pm Contact: Mandy Roe 01634 864148
Robin Hood Walkers Just turn up on the day to get your free fresh air, relaxation, fitness, stress reduction and socialising (in association with Medway Health Walks) Duration of walks 60 minutes. Free Venue: Tunbury Hall Car Park, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Tuesday 14 & 21 June 9.45am for a 10.00am start Contact: Hazel Gallagher 01634 331371
Sausage Sizzle at Guideland Take a trip down memory lane if you were once a Guide, join your fellow Guides/ Guiders (or come and find out if you are thinking of joining!) Toast marshmallows over a campfire and share your memories of Guiding. Bring a blanket and a camp chair and chat to the members of the local Ranger unit to see how guiding in the Senior Section works. The girls will also be cooking sausages and cakes baked in orange skins. Let Linda know if you are coming to help with sausage and marshmallow buying - this event may be cancelled if the weather is bad. (linda. white@blueyonder.co.uk). Donations Venue: Guideland, Cossington Way, Walderslade ME5 9JB When: Wednesday 22 June 7.30pm - 9.30pm Contact: Linda White 01634 671815
Scrapbooking Group An evening for anyone interested in scrapbooking, card making and paper craft. £5 Venue: Christ the King, Dove Close, Princes Park, Chatham ME5 7PX When: Wednesday 22 June 8.00pm Contact: Gillian Haisman 01634 867318
Sing-a-long with Julie Andrews and the Von Trapp Family! Come on your own or in a group to watch this iconic movie, ready to join in with the songs. Bring your own wine and nibbles and enjoy the film seated at candlelit tables. Ring to book. Donations Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Friday 17 June 8.00pm Contact: St William’s Church 01634 867194
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Spectrum Club for children in school years 3-6. Come along and see what goes on. £1.50 Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Tuesday 14 &21 June 6.15pm - 7.30pm Contact: Mandy Roe 01634 864148
Sporty Church Lots of sporty challenges to take part in for primary school aged children accompanied by their parents / carers (younger siblings welcome too) Chill out time with refreshments 3.30-4.10pm, games start at 4.20-5.10pm, then there will be a story and a picnic tea. All in the setting of the lovely green, open space at St Alban’s Church. £2 per person Venue: St Alban’s Church, Blue Bell Hill Village ME5 9QR When: Monday 20 June 3.30pm - 6.00pm Contact: Rose Robinson 01634 683688
St Alban’s Housewives’ Fellowship - ‘Bruges - it’s more than chocolate’! This is an invitation to help the Housewives continue to celebrate their group being ‘57 years young’! Mrs Melanie Gibson-Barton will enlighten with her illustrated talk on Bruges and the Housewives will offer their usual warm hospitality to this meeting and a further invite to come to future ones. They will be serving their now ‘famous’ cakes and refreshments. Free Venue: St Alban’s Church, Robin Hood Lane, Blue Bell Hill ME5 9QR When: Wednesday 22 June 7.30pm Contact: Geraldine 01634 865057
St Alban’s Housewives’ Fellowship Coffee Morning A warm welcome, refreshments a bring and buy sale plus delicious cakes await at this coffee morning, all welcome. St Albans’ Housewives are ‘famous’ for their home-made cakes, go taste and see!. £1.00 Venue: St Alban’s Church, Blue Bell Hill Village ME5 9QR When: Wednesday 22 June 10.00am - 12noon Contact: Mrs Jean Boorman 01634 666680
Story Time Fun sessions for pre-schoolers including stories and craft. Free Venue: Hook Meadow Library, King George Road, Walderslade ME5 0TZ When: Wednesday 15 & 22 June 2.15pm - 2.45pm Contact: Library 01634 861531 Venue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade Road, Walderslade ME5 9LR When: Friday 17 June 2.15pm - 2.45pm Contact: Library 01634 686467 21
Story Time with special guests - Guide Dogs for the Blind Fun sessions for pre-school children including stories and crafts. Today some special, well behaved, doggy friends will be in the library to join us for our story time. The dogs are being trained ready for their important job helping blind people get around on their own. Free of charge. Free Venue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade ME5 9LR When: Friday 24 June 2.15pm - 2.45pm Contact: Library 01634 686467
Table Sale and Meet the Minister! Christ the King invite you to a table top sale, coffees and cream teas will be available. This is your opportunity to meet / welcome and get to know Derek the recently installed Vicar. Free Venue: Christ the King, Dove Close, Princes Park, Chatham ME5 7PX When: Saturday 18 June 11.00am - 2.00pm Contact: Church Office 01634 868020
Teddy Bears Picnic Lots of fun with toys, craft and activities for 0 - 4 year olds, their parents / carers and teddies! Honey sandwiches and teddy biscuits provided for a picnic lunch at 12.15 (Don’t forget your teddy!!). 50p per child Venue: St Philip and St James Church, King George Road, Walderslade ME5 0TZ When: Wednesday 15 June 12.15pm Contact: Debbie Fouch 01634 325741
The Licensing of Reverend Derek D’Souza at Christ the King Christ the King welcome their new Vicar today and invite you to join them in praying for Rev D’Souza as he is installed by the Bishop of Rochester. If you would like to attend the service, please call the Church Office so they can monitor numbers. Free Venue: Christ the King, Dove Close, Princes Park ME5 7PX When: Saturday 11 June 2.30pm Contact: Church Office 01634 868020
Toddler Shake and Boogie Energetic and fun packed activity session offers rhymes, songs and movement for pre-schoolers. Musical instruments, scarves and parachutes are often included. Free Venue: Lordswood Library, Kestrel Road, Lordswood ME5 8TH When: Friday 17 & 24 June 9.30am - 10am Contact: Lordswood Library 01634 862096
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Tunbury Tots Parent and toddler group. Toys, refreshments, chat, craft and singing. £1.50 per family Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Thursday 16 & 23 June 9.30am - 11.30am When: Friday 17 9.30am - 11.30am Contact: Lisa Arnold 01634 312194
Tunbury Tots (Special craft morning) Parent and toddler group. Toys, refreshments, chat, craft activities and singing. £1.50 per family Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Friday 24 June 9.30am - 11.30am Contact: Lisa Arnold 01634 312194
Wafflers - Bible Study Group Come for coffee and study time in a relaxed environment. Free Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Wednesday 15 & 22 June 10.00am - 11.30am Contact: Reg Hughes 01634 852506
Walderslade Primary School - Community Open Day Mrs Milne, the Headteacher, staff and children of Walderslade Primary School invite you to take a look at their exciting new school building in Dargets Road. Free Venue: Walderslade Primary School, Dargets Road, Walderslade ME5 8BJ When: Thursday 23 June 1.30pm - 3.00pm Contact: Wendy 01634 337766
Win a ‘Million’ Quiz Night 8 Exciting subject rounds plus cash prize bonus* round (*additional fee applies) Hot drinks available, bring your own wine and snacks. Remember a corkscrew - but please don’t bring the kids! Places can be booked in advance. £2.50 per person Venue: St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School, Lambourn Way, Lordswood ME5 8PU When: Wednesday 22 June 7.00pm - 9.30pm (approx) Contact: Justin 07711732979
Women’s Fellowship You will be sure of a warm welcome, a cup of tea and time for a chat. Free Venue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood ME5 0UD When: Monday 13 & 20 June 2.00pm Contact: Ruth Boyes 01634 687466
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Youth Club All young people at secondary school welcome. Tuck shop, music, table tennis, snooker, table football and much more …. £1.50 Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Friday 17 & 24 June 7.30pm - 9.30pm Contact: Lisa Arnold 01634 312194
Zumba Come along to the fun Latin based dance fitness class to lively Latin music which is sweeping the nation. (Classes also at Hook Meadow on Wednesdays). £4 per class Venue: Christ the King Church, Dove Close, Princes Park, Chatham ME5 7PX When: Tuesday 14 & 21 June 8.30pm - 9.20pm Contact: Linda Eatwell 01634 811895
Zumba Fun Latin based dance workout - great Latin music - all abilities. £4 per session Venue: Hook Meadow Hall, King George Road, Walderslade When: Wednesday 15 & 22 June 7.00pm - 8.00pm Contact: Linda Eatwell 01634 811895
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Local Christian churches The Parish of Holy Trinity South Chatham is made up of three churches and is Church of England and Methodist combined. St Alban’s Church Robin Hood Lane Blue Bell Hill Chatham ME5 9QR Rev Phil Wootton 01634 660087 St David’s Church Newton Close Lordswood Chatham ME5 8TR Rev Marilyn Ilyas 01634 660922
St William’s Church Walderslade Village Chatham ME5 9LR Rev John Currie 01634 684888
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Christ the King Church (Church of England) Dove Close Princes Park Chatham ME5 7PX Rev Derek D’Souza 01634 868020
The Covenant Assembly Meet at the 41st Medway Scouts Hall Mafeking Road Walderslade ME5 9HG Pastor Ade Mosuro 07859 904163
Emmanuel Church Silverweed Road Weedswood Chatham ME5 0UD June Parkin 01634 862438
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Lordswood Fellowship Fellowship Walk Kestrel Road Lordswood Chatham ME5 8TH
St Philip & St James’ Church (Church of England) King George Road Weedswood Chatham ME5 0TZ Rev Martyn Saunders 01634 861108 Rev David Green 01634 864348
St Simon Stock Church (Catholic) Bleakwood Road Walderslade Chatham ME5 0NF Fr Stephen Wymer 01634 862910 Walderslade Baptist Church Catkin Close (Off Tunbury Avenue) Chatham ME5 9HP Rev Stephen Roe 01634 687571 27
Celebrating Community Festival is a joint venture organised by representatives of local churches, organisations and community groups. Festival co-ordinator is the Rev John Currie For more information see www.celebratingcommunity.org.uk Please email your feedback on any aspects of the Festival to: feedback@celebratingcommunity.org.uk May 2011 e&oe