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Summer 2018

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Sat, 11 and Sun 12, Aug, 10am–5pm

Medieval Merriment Experience life in medieval times as you walk around theMedieval Siege Society living history camp. Watch in aweas the Trebuchet Siege engine is fired. There will also bemen-at-arms, archery & falconry displays, a courtly jester,have-a-go archery, stalls, refreshments and crafts.Rochester Castle Gardens

Sat, 8 Sept, 11am-4.30pm

Will Adams Festival Celebrate the life and legacy of Will Adams - the first Englishman totravel to Japan. From maritime history to Japanese culture in the17th and 21st century. Lots to see and do, including Taiko MeantimeDrumming, living history and story telling.Gillingham Park

Castle Concerts• Tue, 10 Jul: The Australian Pink Floyd Show• Wed, 11 Jul: Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

• Thu, 12 Jul: Ronan Keating• Fri, 13 Jul: UB40 featuring Ali, Astro and Mickey• Sat, 14 Jul: The Royal Philharmonic ConcertOrchestra at the Proms

Tickets/prices: thecastleconcerts.co.uk or 01634 338338.

Rochester Castle Gardens

Celebrating Medway20 - Focus OnPart of Medway’s twentieth anniversary celebrations,these brand new Focus On events will highlight allthat’s great about the area. There’s plenty for peopleof all ages to do and see, so come and join in the fun.

Sat, 1 Sep, 10.30am-4.30pmFocus on Hook MeadowHook Meadow Recreation Ground

Sat, 15 Sep, 10.30am-4.30pmFocus on StroodNorthcote Recreation Ground

Sat, 22 Sep, 10.30am-4.30pmFocus on Hoo PeninsularHigh Halstow Recreation Ground

Share in the wonderful array of events that are on in Medway. = Advance booking essential

Sat, 2 to Sun, 3 Jun, 10am-5pm

Rochester Dickens FestivalA weekend of colourful celebration, enlighteningentertainment and Dickensian discovery, as we honour oneof England's greatest writers. From costumed parades andstreet acts to readings and a fair, Rochester will be awashwith entertainment. medway.gov.uk/dickensfestivalRochester

Sun, 1 Jul, from 11am

Freedom of the borough paradeLine the streets to welcome the Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment. They’ll beawarded the freedom of the borough to mark their long association withMedway and with Kent. The parade starts at 11am from the Church Streetend of Chatham High StreetChatham

For more information on Armed Forces Day or the parade visit medway.gov.uk/armedforcesday

Sat, 16 Jun, 11am – 5.30pm

River Festival This year’s river festival will be held at The Historic DockyardChatham to help celebrate their 400th anniversary. The river festival helps form part of Festival 400 - a yearlong calendar of exhibition, activities and events thatcelebrate the world’s most complete dockyard from the ageof sail in the world. There will be all the usual fun on theriver and on land, plus entry is free.The Historic Dockyard Chatham

Sat, 30 Jun, 11am-5pm

Armed Forces DayMedway Council, in conjunction with the Royal School of MilitaryEngineering, is hosting Armed Forces Day. The free family eventcelebrates the work of serving men and women and honours ourveterans who have served to protect the country.The Great Lines Heritage Park

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Thu, 24 May, 7.30pm

Liza Pulman sings StreisandIn her hugely successful and critically acclaimed show, LizaPulman pays homage to the great Barbra Streisand, one of thefinest singers of all time. Featuring glorious new arrangementsof such classic songs… The Way We Were, Second Hand Rose, YouDon’t Bring Me Flowers, People and many more.Tickets: Band A £20, Band B £18.50, concessions available,buy nine get tenth free

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Fri, 25 May, 7.30pm

Danny Baker: Good Time Charlie's BackDanny will be embarking on a nationwide, high-principled,peppy series of one-night-stands calling at dozens of theatres around the country starting in May 2018.Tickets: £22.50, student concessions available

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Sat, 26 and Sun, 27 May, 7pmIsland Dance Academy presents:

Pure ImaginationIsland Dance Academy will be performing ballet, tap, modern,jazz, musical theatre, street and contemporary dance to somefavourite fantasy themes such as Beauty and The Beast, Aladdinand Jungle Book. Tickets: £12, under 16s £10

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Sat, 2 Jun. 7.30pm

The true story of Jimi Hendrix by his brother Leon HendrixThroughout Jimi’s career, Leon was Jimi’s companion and forthe first time in the UK, he is to embark upon a theatre tour. Leon will be joined by an astounding band who will play allJimi’s hits and more, as well as recalling his first-handexperiences of the recording, touring, and private life of a truerock legend, including memories of the legendary Woodstock.Tickets: Band A £25, Band B £23

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Sat, 2 Jun, 7.30pmFluffy TOP Productions presents:

The Musicals – SongbookAn entertaining evening of songs from the musicals, from classicto modern with an exceptionally talented cast of singers.Tickets: £14

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Sat, 9 Jun, 7.30pm

The Sensational 60's ExperienceMike Pender (original voice of The Searchers), Chris Farlowe,Herman’s Hermits, The Fortunes and New Amen CornerReturning by huge popular demand. For one night only fivelegendary names take to the stage and deliver to you a nightnever to be forgotten.Tickets: Band A £28.50, Band B £27

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Sun, 10 Jun, 4.30pmDream Academy presents:

Time TunnelCelebrate the biggest hits of the last 60 years through dance,singing and acting pieces. Students from 18 months to 15-years-old will bring you an evening of fantastic entertainment. Tickets: £9, concessions available

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Sat, 16 Jun, 7.30pmDerek Block Promotions Ltd presents:

The Illegal EaglesThe world’s official No.1 Eagles tribute returns for anotheroutstanding show promising more of their trademark musicalprowess, acute attention to detail, and incredible showmanship.Tickets: Band A: £25, Band B: £23

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Thu, 21 Jun, 7.30pmThe Ronnie Scott’s All Stars presents:

Soho SongbookDirect from London’s world-famous jazz club and combiningworld-class live jazz, narration and rare archive images andfootage, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the stage tocelebrate ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook’.Tickets: £21

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Fri, 22 Jun, 7.30pmKCP & Audienceware proudly presents:

Rhythm of the DanceWith a wonderful, gifted young cast of dancers, musicians andthree Irish tenors, featuring live performances from the entiretroupe, this is a show that has won critical acclaim across fourcontinents of the world in 51 countries to over five million fans. Tickets: Band A £24, Band B £22.50, concessions available, buy nine get one free

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Sat, 23 Jun, 7.30pm

One Night of Queen Performed by Gary Mullen and The WorksGary began touring on his own and in 2002 formed a band -The Works, to pay tribute to rock legends Queen. Since then,Gary Mullen and The Works have performed throughout theUK, USA, Europe, South Africa and New Zealand to sell-outaudiences. They have also twice rocked BBC Proms in the Park,in front of a very enthusiastic crowd of 40,000. One Night ofQueen is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, soundand showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time.Tickets: Band A £21, Band B £19

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Sat, 23 Jun, 7pm and Sun, 24 Jun, 2pmClaire Buckley School of Dancing presents:

Time Warp!Join us for a dance through the time warp, from children agedthree years to adults, dancing ballet, tap and jazz routines.Tickets: £11

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Wed, 27, Thu 28, Fri 29 and Sat, 30 Jun, 7.30pmKentish Players AODS presents:

SpamalotLovingly ripped off from the hugely successful 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot is a riotous comedyfull of misfit knights, killer rabbits, dancing nuns and ferociousFrenchmen. Tickets: Wed and Thurs, £15.50, Fri and Sat £16.50, concessionsand group offers available

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Fri, 29 and Sat, 30 Jun, 7pmRegan Performing Arts Academy presents:

Dreams, Nightmares, Mystery and MagicWhen a dancer closed her eyes she is pulled into a deep sleepdrifting in and out of dreams…she travels to a mysticaluniverse, caught between worlds where twilight, dreams andreality become one. Tickets: £9, concessions available

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Tue, 3 Jul, 2pmNeil Sands presents:

Land of Hope and GloryThis patriotic and nostalgic afternoon is filled with marvellousand memorable songs, including a rousing selection from LastNight of The Proms, old time sing alongs, Great British showtunes, and ever popular favourites from the 40s 50s and 60s.Tickets: Band A £12.50, Band B £10.50, concessions available

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Fri, 6 Jul, 7.30pm

Forbidden NightsForbidden Nights are skilled and professionally trainedperformers, hand-picked from around the UK with charisma,undeniable talent, sparkling personality and honed physiques inequal measure. Think Cirque de Soleilmeets Magic Mike!Tickets: Band A £23.50, Band B £21

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Fri, 6 and Sat, 7 Jul, 7pm Cosson's School of Performing Arts presents:

The Play's The Thing!Cosson's School of Performing Arts present their second yearstudents. As part of their training, the students work with anexternal director and perform in a play. There will also be anopportunity for a Q&A with the cast after the performance.Tickets: £5

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Sat, 14 Jul, 6.30pm and Sun, 15 Jul, 4pmZest Dance Academy presents:

Masters of MusicA Magical night with music from legends. With a variety ofDance styles, children from 2 to 16-years-old will help bringthe music alive. Tickets: £12, concessions available

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Sun, 22 Jul, 3pm and 7pmStarquest & Jackie Lynn Dance Studios presents:

EnchantmentCome into a land of make believe and be amazed with thisspectacular production.Tickets: £10

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Thu, 26 Jul, 7.30pm

Jason Manford: Muddle ClassMuddle Class promises to feature a wealth of new materialabout Jason growing up ‘working class’ then finding, over theyears, that part of him has become ‘middle class’ - causingmuch confusion!Tickets: £27.50

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Wed, 12 Sep, 7.30pm

Untold Stories - A Documentary of BlackPeople in KentBlack History Live presents a mini-documentary telling theuntold stories of African and Caribbean people who lived andworked in Kent in the 19th and 20th Century. A fascinatinginsight into their lives, their contribution and the legacy theyleft. Includes optional post-screening discussion.www.blackhistorylive.org.uk – funded by Heritage Lottery Fund.Tickets: £7

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Sun, 23 Sep, 11.30am and 2.30pmLittle Blue Monster presents:

Pirate Pearl and the Big Blue MonsterPirate Pearl lives aboard the good ship Mirabel with her crustyold shipmate - Grandpa Bert! She's not a real pirate - but Pearlloves to imagine she's sailing the seven seas on a swashbucklingpirate adventure!Tickets: adults £7.50, under 16s £6, family of four £24

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Sat, 15 Sep, 5pmMedway Ethnic Minority Forum presents:

Spirit of MedwayA cohesion event, connecting different communities andcultures together to celebrate Medway’s diversity. The showwill have dance and music from around the world. Tickets: £5, concessions available

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Wed, 19 Sep, 2pmMiddledock Productions presents:

Come Down Memory Lane: 40's and BeyondCome and join your favourite nostalgic radio station for a tripdown memory lane and a sing along to all your favouritetunes from yesteryear.Tickets: £7 (Includes a hot drink and a slice of cake)

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Fri, 5 Oct, 7.30pm Entertainers Show Providers LTD presents:

Tassels: An Evening of BurlesqueWith a bevy of beautiful stars, speciality variety artists andfabulous costumes Tassels brings this classic variety art forminto the 21st Century with a glamorous new show. Prepare tobe entertained by some of the world’s top Burlesque, comedyand Circus performers who present a truly unrivalled show.Tickets: Band A £24, Band B £22.50, concessions available

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Sat, 6 Oct, 7.30pm

Thank You for The Music - The tribute to ABBAThis international smash-hit tribute show brings all of ABBA’snumber one hits to the stage in a production like no other. Thehugely popular show, combines the unmistakable harmonies,colourful costumes, and dazzling performances by an all-starcast that’ll have you thanking ABBA for the music again andagain! Record-breaking movies, smash-hit West End musicals,chart-topping albums and singles – ABBA’s incredible legacynow lives on in concert with this all-new spectacular show.Tickets: Band A £24.50, Band B £23, concessions available, buynine get tenth free

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Once you have booked three events through the theatres’ box office during the course of

any 12-month period, you will automatically qualify for two free tickets for the pantomime at

The Central Theatre. For further details, please email: [email protected], phone

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Wed, 10 Oct, Thu, 11 Oct, Fri, 12 and Sat, 13 Oct, 7.30pmGDS Productions presents:

In to The WoodsGDS proudly present Stephen Sondheim’s dark, witty, fairytaleinspired masterpiece, Into the Woods. Mind the wolf, heed thewitch, and honour the giant in the sky.Tickets: £16 for 10 &11 Oct, £17 for 12 & 13 Oct. Concessionsavailable. Quote ‘EarlyBird’ to receive £1.50 off all tickets bookedby 31 July.

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Wed, 10 Oct, 7.30pm

Tom Crean – Antarctic ExplorerTom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland’sunsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humoroussolo performance by Aidan Dooley. Tickets: £15

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Thu, 11 Oct, 7.30pm

Opera BoysThe boys are back with a brand new show full of opera,classical, west end and crossover as well as their unique,unrivalled on-stage banter. Combining four big voices with fourbig personalities The Opera Boys deliver a fabulous show full ofmusic and laughter!Tickets: £18.50

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Sun, 14 Oct, 3pmSweeney Entertainments presents:

The Little Mix ExperienceFour hugely talented girls pay tribute to one of the UK’s finestGirl-Bands. With breathtaking dance moves, replica costumesand some of the finest vocals in the UK, this is a high-energyshow from beginning to end, packed with all of Little Mix’sgreatest hits and suitable for all ages.Tickets: Band A £15, Band B £13.50.

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Thu, 18 Oct, 7.30pm

Sun Records - The ConcertThe legendary record label that brought you Elvis Presley, JerryLee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Rufus Thomasand scores more rockin’ pioneers, comes to life live on stage.Tickets: Band A: £24.50, Band B: £23, concessions available

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Fri, 19 Oct, 7.30pm

Down for the Count Swing OrchestraThe Down for the Count Swing Orchestra is the UK’s hottestmini big band and vintage dance orchestra. The band bring thesounds of the swing era back to life, with a contemporary andenergetic show celebrating the best music of the 20th Century.Tickets: £18

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Fri, 19 Oct, 7.30pm

Flawless: Chase The Dream THE REBOOTStars of the smash-hit movies Street Dance 3D 1 & 2 and two-time winners of the World Dance Championships, Flawlesscame to the fore on TV’s Britain’s Got Talent. This family showfollows the journey of 10 Big Dreamers, seeking to live theirultimate dance fantasy on board the "Intergalactic Dream Ship".Tickets: Band A £25, Band B £23.50. Groups of 10 or more receive20% off each ticket.

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Sun, 21 Oct, 7.30pm

Fastlove - A Tribute to George MichaelGet ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating a globalsuperstar, as he puts the Boom Boom into your heart in the allnew production, Fastlove - A tribute to George Michael.*Disclaimer: This show is not affiliated with or endorsed by George Michael or his estate

Tickets: Band A £24.50, Band B £23, buy nine get tenth free,concessions available

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Wed, 31 Oct, 7.30pm

Rip It Up: the 60's Starring Harry Judd, Louis Smith & Aston MerrygoldStrictly champions Harry Judd and Louis Smith MBE andpeople’s champion Aston Merrygold will tour together as theultimate boy band of dance, presenting hits from the 60s; fromMersey Beat, Motown and Mod to West Coast and Woodstock.Tickets: Band A £37.50 Band B £30. VIP package £100 includesmeet and greet, programme and seat in first three rows

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Fri, 30 Nov to Mon, 24 December

Sammy the SheepThe children’s Brook Christmas show is back! Join Sammy on aChristmas adventure that travels from the festive farmyard to far-away lands, as the little sheep tries to save Christmas for us all.Tickets: Adults from £8.50, children from £7.95. Buy 10, get 11th free.

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Theatre information More details at: 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 to5pm or until 15 minutes after curtain up on performancenights. Doors open 30 minutes before curtain up.

• Tickets must be paid for in person, by phone, credit cardor by post within three days of reservation or 30 minutesbefore curtain up (whichever is the earliest)

• Tickets should be considered non-exchangeable andnonrefundable and we advise customers to check theirtickets upon receipt.

• The Central and Brook Theatre reserve the right tointroduce, remove or alter special offers and discountswithout notice. Discounts will not be appliedretrospectively.

• If you are disabled and require assistance to visit thetheatres, become a member of the Assisted AccessScheme and buy an additional ticket for your assistant athalf price.

• Wheelchair access and spaces are available at boththeatres. Please advise staff of your requirements whenbooking. Access at The Brook Theatre is by the electronicplatform on the front steps or via the ramped entrance atWhiffens Avenue. Access to the Central Theatre is by thefront entrance, via a platform, or by the side entrance bythe Blue Badge holder car park.

• Management reserves the right to refuse admission.

The Central and The Brook Theatres both offer performance and rehearsal

space and conference and meeting rooms for hire. For more information phone: 01634 338300 or email: [email protected]

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Also now booking Tom Allen 21 Sep The Brook Theatre

Rich Hall 5 Oct The Brook Theatre

The Take Over 26-27 Oct The Brook Theatre

Lets Hang On 3 Nov The Central Theatre

Bowie Starman 4 Nov The Central Theatre

T-Rextasy 9 Nov The Central Theatre

Snow Queen 9-10 Nov The Brook Theatre

The Elvis Years 15 Nov The Central Theatre

Swan Lake 16 Nov The Central Theatre

Marcus Brigstocke 17 Nov The Brook Theatre

Think Floyd 17 Nov The Central Theatre

The Stylistics 18 Nov The Central Theatre

Plus many more. Visitwww.medwayticketslive.co.uk for more information on shows

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

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Workshops, projects and events

Sat, 28 Jul, 4pm, 5pm and 7pm

Beneath our feetA dance performance inside the stunning andatmospheric tunnels of Fort Amherst, using words,movement, live music and light. Presented by Made ByKatie Green, a dance company specialising inresponding to historic artefacts and heritage sitesthrough dance. Funded by Arts Council England.Tickets: £12, concessions £11 – For more information andbooking visit www.madebykatiegreen.co.uk

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The project also includes a masterclass and ticket packageavailable for professional dance artists on Thu, 26 Jul –email [email protected] for full details andspecial early bird offers.

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Wordsmithery's year-long project toinspire creative writers in Medway runsuntil September. Highlights include:• Free creative writing workshops in Medwaylibraries.

• Free zine making workshops at INTRA - learnhow to produce fanzines and pamphlets.

• Roundabout Nights spoken word eventsthroughout the year.

Sat, 1 Sep, 1-3pm: Finale open mic event Bring your poems and stories from the projectto read or just come along to listen and enjoy.Gillingham Library, Community Hub Gillingham

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Exhibition: Band of BrothersAn item of beauty, curiosity and intrigueexploring connections between WWI and thebrass band movement. Using paper crafttechniques on an architectural scale anddrawing upon the decorative ironwork designof band stands, with life-size militaryuniforms made from paper maps.Drawing Room, Guildhall Museum, Rochester

Until Thu, 31 May,12noon-3pm (Thu to Sun)

Exhibition:Peace GardenA pop-up peace garden made entirely frompaper, remembering the local lives lost. Paper WWI archival materials transformedinto flowers and symbols of nature.Grand Magazine, Fort Amherst, Chatham

Sat, 2 and Sun, 3 Jun, 12-4pm

Drop-in family art workshop:Paper toys (Dickens Festival)Paper arts workshops inspired by vintagepaper toys. All children must be accompaniedby an adult.Guildhall Museum, Rochester

Sat, 16 Jun, 11am-4.30pm

Art workshop: Dazzle Ships onthe River Medway (River Festival and Festival 400)Learn about these incredible ships and their role in our defence during WWI. Then create beautiful paper versions. Funded by Rochester Bridge Trust. Celebratethe Historic Dockyard’s 400th BirthdayVisit www.thedockyard.co.uk for free ticketsto this exciting event.

The Historic Dockyard, Chatham

Cut, Fold, Create: Paper Commemorations – Medway Remembers 1918Beautiful installations, thought-provoking exhibitions and exciting workshopsfrom international artists Caroline Collinge and Edmond Salter – Cabinet ofCuriosity. Specialists in paper craft, they are helping people in Medway mark andhonour the WWI Centenary. www.cabinetofcuriositystudio.com


An exciting community history and arts projectexploring the history of African and Caribbeanpeople across Kent and Medway during the 19th and20th Century. Featuring incredible stories such asthat of Sara Forbes Bonetta, Queen Victoria’s god-daughter to lived in Gillingham’s own Palm Cottageon Canterbury Street.Visit www.blackhistorylive.co.uk for details about theproject and a fascinating forthcoming exhibition atNo.1 Smithery, The Historic Dockyard Chatham.

Cabbage Island – A history ofLuton through the agesIcon Theatre's Cabbage Island projectcontinues to discover the history of Lutonuntil October. Follow our Luton history trail,watch our film, and come to our exhibitionto find out more about Luton.For details phone 01634 813179or visit icontheatre.org.uk.Follow the Cabbage Island Exhibition as itgoes on tour:Jul – All Saints Community CentreAug/Sept – Chatham Library, Community Hub ChathamOct – Luton Library

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Sat, 16 Jun, From 12noon

Dance in the Dockyard(River Festival and Festival 400)A celebration through dance –performances by professional andcommunity dancers alike, plus pop-up workshops open to all. Visitwww.thedockyard.co.uk for freetickets to this exciting event.

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For more information about the exhibition or to book for workshops, email [email protected] phone 01634 338319 Rochester Art Gallery & Craft Case.


Thu, 5 July, 6-8.30pm

Medway Open Studios and Arts Festival launch Come along and find out more about this exciting festival. MOSAFruns from Sat, 14 to Sun, 22 July and welcomes visitors to explorethe hidden creative work spaces and secret studios of Medway. Take part in activities and events, view exhibitions and meet artists.www.medwayopenstudios.orgRochester Art Gallery and Craft Case, Visitor Information Centre, High St, Rochester

LibrariesFind out what exciting events andactivities are going on at your library.


Regular events forchildren and familiesMedway libraries run regular events forchildren of all ages. To find out where and when these events are happening, visit:medway.gov.uk/libraries or phone your locallibrary.

• Baby bounce and rhymeBabies can enjoy knee bouncing and nursery rhymes.

• Toddler shake and boogieRhymes, songs and movement for pre-schoolers.

• Pop in and playParents and children drop-in to meet,chat and play.

• StorytimeStories and rhymes for pre-schoolers.

• Teatime storytime (3-8yrs)After school storytime.

• Chatterbooks (8-12yrs)Readers’ groups.

Dazzle ships – Children’scraft workshop(6-11yrs)

Work with artists Caroline and Edmondfrom Cabinet of Curiosity as they helppeople in Medway honour the WWIcentenary. Find out about the incredibleships, painted in mind-boggling patternsthat were used to confuse and trick theenemy. Then create your own ship usingfolding techniques and geometric patterns,shapes and colours. You can even wear yourartwork as a hat at the end of theworkshop. All children must beaccompanied by an adult.

Mon, 23 Jul, 2-3pmRochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Fri, 27 Jul, 11am-12noonChatham Library, Community Hub Chatham Funded by Rochester Bridge Trust.

Part of Cut, Fold, Create: Paper Commemorations – see page 15.


Fri, 8 to Sun, 24 Jun

Medway Print Festival 2018With 37 events, exhibitions, talks andactivities for all ages and abilities this isthe biggest print festival yet. Try anythingfrom etching to letterpress and makingyour own zines. Pick up a free MPF18 brochure, visitwww.medwayprintfestival.com, or phone01634 338319 for more details.

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Fri, 8 Jun to Mon, 27 Aug

Creative Destruction: Volcanoesinspiring art and scienceAn exhibition exploring conversationsbetween art and science, artist and scientist.The exhibition looks at themes of beauty,energy, fragility and change in the landscape,seeing volcanoes through the eyes of theartist and the scientist. Running through theexhibition is an emphasis on fieldwork,exploration, experimentation, and drawing;and how art and science can overlap and fuse.

The exhibition explores scale, showing aseries of remarkable large-scale drawings andprints by Emma StibbonRA, recording herinvestigations into volcanic sites. Her drawingsoften incorporate found materials, such asvolcanic ash with black drawing ink on paper.

Artworks are set alongside volcanic researchby Kathy Cashman FRS and includingspectacular film footage by Sir ProfessorSteve Sparks FRS CBE. A display of volcanic rocks,

suggest the beauty of the natural world, thevalue of resources drawn from volcanoes andhelp to explain volcanic processes. Part ofMedway Print Festival 18.Rochester Art Gallery and Craft Case

Tue 14 Aug 1-2.30pm or 3-4.30pm

Drawing out science workshopsJoin Emma Stibbon and volcanologist KathyCashman to learn how to record yourexperiences like an artist/scientist. Exploringnatural materials through sight and touchyou will discover how to map out yourfindings in a ‘field notebook’. Activitiesinclude drawing from observation,measuring, tracing and making rubbings andwill encourage close looking and recordingfrom a range of natural materials andprocess. Suitable for young people andaccompanied children aged 7+. Rochester Art Gallery and Craft Case

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Elmer Day celebration (4-10yrs)Join us for a special Elmer Storytime and craft.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Tue, 29 May, 2.15-3pm

Blooming marvellous (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Hoo Library

Flower power (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.

Tue, 29 May, 2.15-3pmTwydall Library, Community Hub Twydall

Tue, 29 May, 2.30-3.30pmChatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Tue, 29 May, 2.15-3pm

Blooming marvellous tulips (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Hoo Library

Tue, 29 May, 2-3pm

A blooming marvellousstorytime (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Paper flower crafts (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.

Wed, 30 May, 2.15-3.15pmWalderslade Hook Meadow Library

Thu, 31 May, 2.15-3.15pmWalderslade Village Library

Wed, 30 May, 2.15-3.15pm

Blooming marvellous (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Rochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Thu, 31 May, 2.30-3.15pm

Wacky weeds (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Cuxton Library

Thu, 31 May, 2.30-3.30pm

Beautiful blooms (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Gillingham Library, Community Hub Gillingham

Thu, 31 May, 2.30-3.30pm

Slimy science workshop (11-16yrs)Have fun learning about the science behindslime and create your own pot of slime.Rainham Library

Thu, 31 May, 3-4pm

Blooms and bouquets (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Wigmore Library

Thu, 31 May, 11-11.45am

Fantastical flowers (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Lordswood Library

Thu, 31 May, 2.45-3.30pm

Beautiful blossoms (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Luton Library

Fri, 1 Jun, 3-4pm

Fancy petals (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Hempstead Library, NeighbourhoodCommunity Hub Hempstead

Fri, 1 Jun, 2-3pm

Blooming marvellous seedplanting workshop (4-10yrs)Plant seeds and decorate pots to take home.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood


The day of a Napoleonic soldier (4-10yrs)An interactive travelling suitcase eventshowing ‘The day of a Napoleonic soldier’.Find out about the contents of a soldierskitbag. Make and taste a soldiers biscuit (no cooking required). (This event is part of Fort Amherst's

HLF funded 'Command of the Heights project).

Fri, 1 Jun, 10.30am-12noonChatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Thu, 16 Aug, 10.30am-12noonGillingham Library, Community Hub Gillingham

Fri, 1 Jun, 2.15-3pm

Spectacular spring (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Rainham Library

Shadow puppet theatre (4-10yrs)Make stick shadow puppets, design a stage,and write a script (or even a script with a'twist'), based on classic fairy tales such as 3Little Pigs, Red Riding Hood or Goldilocks andthe Three Bears. (This event is part of the Dickens Festival)

Sat, 2 Jun, 2.15-3.15pmRochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Sun, 3 Jun, 2.15-3.15pmRochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Where the Wild Things AreStorytime and wild rumpus(4-10yrs)Enjoy our special Where The Wild Things Arestorytime, followed by a craft and musicalwild rumpus.

Tue, 5 Jun, 4-5pmStrood Library, Community Hub Strood

Wed, 29 Aug, 2-3pmStrood Library, Community Hub Strood

Fri, 8 Jun, 10.30-11am

Bookstart - Bird boogie (1-4yrs)Join in with our special National BookstartWeek Toddler Shake and Boogie, inspired byLucy Cousins'A Busy Day for Birds.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Fri, 8 Jun, 11-11.30am

National Bookstart Week: Bird feeder craft (1-4yrs)Join us for a simple bird feeder craft tocelebrate National Bookstart Week's chosenbook, Lucy Cousins' A Busy Day for Birds. Thisevent follows on from our Bookstart - Birdboogie event.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Sat, 23 Jun, 10-10.30am, 10.45-11.15am& 11.30am-12noon

Printing workshop for children(5-12yrs)Join a 30 minute workshop to have a go atprinting blocks on fabric.Chatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Sat, 14 Jul, 1-4pm

Beanotown treasure hunt! (4-10yrs)Help Dennis, Gnasher and friends find themysterious buried treasure.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Mad Hatter's tea party (11-16yrs)Create a Mad Hatter's hat at this tea party.

Mon, 23 Jul, 11am-12noonStrood Library, Community Hub Strood

Sat, 4 Aug, 2.30-3.30pmChatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Tue, 21 Aug, 11.30am-12.30pmGillingham Library, Community Hub Gillingham

Tue, 24 Jul, 2-3pm

Mischief makers school's out bonanza (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Create your own comics (4-10yrs)Craft.

Tue, 24 Jul, 2.30-3.30pmChatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Thu, 30 Aug, 2.30-3.30pmGillingham Library, Community Hub Gillingham


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Character on a T-shirtworkshop (11-16yrs)Craft.

Tue, 24 Jul, 10.30-11.30amRainham Library

Fri, 3 Aug, 4-5pmRochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Thu, 9 Aug, 2.30-3.30pmLuton Library

Mon, 13 Aug, 2.30-3.30pmLordswood Library

Fri, 24 Aug, 2.30-3.30pmWalderslade Village Library

Wed, 25 Jul, 2.30-3.30pm

The great bagpipe hunt (4-10yrs)Hunt and craft.Hempstead Library, NeighbourhoodCommunity Hub Hempstead

Wed, 25 Jul, 2-3pm

Bash Street Kids sports day (4-10yrs)Good old fashioned party games!Rochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Thu, 26 Jul, 2.30-3.30pm

Follow that Road Runner (4-10yrs)Craft. Gillingham Library, Community HubGillingham

Thu, 26 Jul, 11-11.45am

Mischievous characters (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Lordswood Library

Thu, 26 Jul, 2.45-3.30pm

Biffo the bear (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Luton Library

Sat, 28 Jul, 2-3pm

Rascally Peter Rabbit (4-10yrs)Celebrate Beatrix Potter's birthday with ourstorytime and craft, themed around thenaughtiest of bunnies.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Gnasher’s Treasure Hunt (4-10yrs)Crack the clues to find the treasure!

Tue, 31 Jul, 2.15-3pmHoo Library

Wed, 15 Aug, 2-3pmRochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Tue, 31 Jul, 2.15-3pm

School's out (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Twydall Library, Community Hub Twydall

Tue, 31 Jul, 10.30am-12noon

Naughty fairies (3-8yrs)Drop in craft.Wigmore Library

Tue, 31 Jul, 2-3pm

Dennis the Menace sticky capers (4-10yrs)Stories and craftStrood Library, Community Hub Strood

Book Fort Tuesday (4-10yrs)Embrace the spirit of adventure and mischief.Build your own fort to read in.

Tue, 31 Jul, 3-5pmStrood Library, Community Hub Strood

Tue, 14 Aug, 3-5pmStrood Library, Community Hub Strood

Minnie the Minx makes stuff (4-10yrs)Craft.

Wed, 1 Aug, 2-3pmRochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Tue, 7 Aug, 2.15-3pmHoo Library


Tue, 28 Aug, 2.30-3.30pmChatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Wed, 1 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm

Beanotown bash(4-10yrs)Dress up as your favouriteBeano characterHempstead Library, NeighbourhoodCommunity Hub Hempstead

Thu, 2 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm

Cartoon capers (4-10yrs)Craft.Gillingham Library, Community Hub Gillingham

Thu, 2 Aug, 11-11.45am

Emoji moods (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Lordswood Library

Thu, 2 Aug, 2.45-3pm

Rasher the pig (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Luton Library

Menace on the high seas (4-10yrs)Pirate fun.

Thu, 2 Aug, 3.30-4.30pmCuxton Library

Wed, 15 Aug, 2.30-3.30pmHempstead Library, NeighbourhoodCommunity Hub Hempstead

Fri, 3 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm

Get crafty with Gnasher (4-10yrs)Craft.Chatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Tue, 7 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm

Billy Whizz spinners (4-10yrs)Craft.Chatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Gnasher gets crafty (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.


Tue, 21 Aug, 2.15-3pmHoo Library

Wed, 8 Aug, 2-3pm

Dennis the Menace - Hairstyle (4-10yrs)Would you like to look like Dennis?Rochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Wed, 8 Aug, 2.15-3.15pm

Mischievous mini beasts (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Walderslade Hook Meadow Library

Wed, 8 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm

Gnasher and pals (4-10yrs)Cartoon dog masks.Hempstead Library, NeighbourhoodCommunity Hub Hempstead

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Thu, 9 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm

Fun and games (4-10yrs)Craft.Gillingham Library, Community Hub Gillingham

Thu, 9 Aug, 11-11.45am

Pirates and their pranks (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Lordswood Library

Sniffo perfume shop (8yrs+)Make your own Sniffo perfume.

Thu, 9 Aug, 3.30-4.30pmCuxton Library Wed, 29 Aug, 2.30-3.30pmHempstead Library, NeighbourhoodCommunity Hub Hempstead

Fri, 10 Aug, 10.30am-12noon

Archaeological finds - Story and craft (4-10yrs)An interactive travelling suitcase eventshowing ‘Archaeological finds’. Listen tostories by James Douglas about an AngloSaxon burial site at Fort Amherst. Makejewellery. (This event is part of Fort Amherst's HLF

funded Command of the Heights project)

Chatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Fri, 10 Aug, 2.15-3pm

Crazy craft (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Rainham Library

Sat, 11 Aug, 2-3pm

Famous Five (4-10yrs)Celebrate Enid Blyton's birthday and help ouradventurers out of mischief with ourstorytime and craft.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Tue, 14 Aug, 2.15-3pm

Cheeky monkeys (4-10yrs)Craft.Hoo Library

Tue, 14 Aug, 2.15-3pm

School's out again (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Twydall Library, Community Hub Twydall

Wed, 15 Aug, 2-3.30pm

Magic and mayhem (3-8yrs)Drop in craft.Wigmore Library

Thu,16 Aug, 3.30-4.30pm

Become a Bash Street kid (4-10yrs)Which Bash Street kid will you be?Cuxton Library

Thu, 16 Aug, 11-11.45am

Hairy Maclary capers (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Lordswood Library

Thu, 16 Aug, 2.45-3.30pm

Big Eggo the ostrich (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Luton Library

Thu, 16 Aug, 2.15-3.15pm

(S)potty pets (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Walderslade Village Library

Thu, 16 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm

Mischievous cartoon animals (4-10yrs)Craft.Gillingham Library, Community Hub Gillingham

Fri, 17 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm

Denise Menace mischief (4-10yrs)CraftChatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

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Cut it out with the Bashstreetkids (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Snork, snuffle, sniffSmelly fun craft.

Wed, 22 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm (8yrs+)Hempstead Library, NeighbourhoodCommunity Hub Hempstead

Thu, 23 Aug, 3.30-4.30pm (4-10yrs)Cuxton Library

Wed, 22 Aug, 2-3pm

Roger the Dodger creates a comic(4-10yrs)Craft.Rochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Wed, 22 Aug, 2.15-3.15pm

Mischief makers 'blast off' (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Walderslade Hook Meadow Library

Thu, 23 Aug, 11-11.45am

Cunning creatures (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Lordswood Library

Thu, 23 Aug, 2.45-3.30pm

Dennis the Menace (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Luton Library

Thu, 23 Aug, 2-3.30pm

Cheeky monkeys (4-12yrs)Drop in craft.Wigmore Library

Fri, 24 Aug, 2.15-3pm

Dennis the Menace mischief (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Rainham Library

Fri, 24 Aug, 2.30-3.30pm

Comic capers (4-10yrs)Craft.Chatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

Tue, 28 Aug, 2-3pm

Beano's bonkers back toschool bash (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Tue, 28 Aug, 2.15-3pm

School's out again, again! (4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Twydall Library, Community Hub Twydall

Wed, 29 Aug, 2-3pm

Biffo the bear (4-10yrs)Craft - create your own Biffo the bear.Rochester Library, Community Hub Rochester

Thu, 30 Aug, 3.30-4.30pm

Beanotown Bash (4-10yrs)Craft.Cuxton Library

Thu, 30 Aug, 2.45-3.30pm

Gnasher the dog (3-8yrs)Stories and craft.Luton Library

Thu, 30 Aug, 2.15-3.15pm

Bananas for Beano comic book heroes(4-10yrs)Stories and craft.Walderslade Village Library

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01634 332714 [email protected] medwayarchivesandlocalstudies

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

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Heritage trailsTake part in our heritage trails for a chanceto win a small prize. 80p per child, plus any admission fees.

• Sat, 26 May to Sun, 3 June, 10am-5pmA Knights’ Trail Guildhall Museum

• Sat, 26 May – Sun, 3 Jun, 10am-6pm(last admission 5.15pm)Dutch Raiders TrailUpnor Castle

• Sat, 26 May – Sun, 3 Jun, 10am-6pm(last admission 5.15pm)Crown Jewels Trail

• Sat, 21 Jul – Sun, 2 Sep, 10am-6pm (last admission 5.15pm)A Right Royal Riot TrailRochester Castle

• Sat, 26 May, Sun, 27 May, Sat, 2 Jun & Sun,3 Jun, 11am-4pm, last admission 3.30pm

• Sat, 21 Jul – Sun 2 Sep, 10am-4pm (Sat & Sun only), last admission 3.30pmCrusader Trail Temple Manor

• Sat, 21 Jul – Sun, 2 Sep, 10am-6pm (last admission 5.15pm)Seaside Summer TrailUpnor Castle

Family craft Join our hands-on family craft activity.Children must be accompanied by an adult.80p per child, plus admission fees unless stated.

• Sun, 27 May, 1–3.30pmMake a Crusader’s Shield

• Sun, 22 Jul, 1-3.30pmMake your own Knight’s Templar

• Sun, 29 Jul, 1-3.30pmMake a Crusader’s Helmet

• Sun, 5 Aug, 1-3.30pmMake your own Golden Goblet

• Sun, 19 Aug, 1-3.30pmMake your own sword & shield

• Sun, 26 Aug, 1-3.30pmMake your own shield sun catcherTemple Manor (Free admission)

• Mon, 28 May to Fri, 1 Jun, 10.30am-3.30pmMake your own knight’s shieldGuildhall Museum

• Tue, 29 & Thu, 31 May, 10.30am-3.30pmMake a king of the castle crown & mace

• Tue, 24, Thu, 26 & Fri, 27 Jul, 10.30am-3.30pmMake your own Royal Portrait

• Tue, 31 Jul, Thu, 2 & Fri, 3 Aug, 10.30am-3.30pm Make your own Pop up Royal

• Tue, 7, Thu, 9 & Fri, 10 Aug, 10.30am-3.30pmMake your own mini castle

• Tue, 14, Thu, 16 & Fri, 17 Aug, 10.30am-3.30pmMake your own stained glass window

• Tue, 21, Thu, 23 & Fri, 24 Aug, 10.30am-3.30pmMake your own crown sun-catcher

• Tue, 28, Thu, 30 & Fri, 31 Aug, 10.30am-3.30pmMake your own Royal Woven FlagRochester Castle, Tower II

• Wed, 30 May & Fri, 1 Jun, 10.30am-3.30pmMake a Royal Charles Flagship

• Mon, 23 & Wed, 25 Jul, 10.30am-3.30pmMake a Jellyfish sun-catcher

• Mon, 30 Jul & Wed, 1 Aug, 10.30am-3.30pmMake your own Button fish

• Mon, 6 & Wed, 8 Aug, 10.30am-3.30pmMake an Ice-cream & Ice-lolly

• Mon, 13 & Wed, 15 Aug,10.30am-3.30pmMake your own pirates treasure

• Mon, 20 & Wed, 22 Aug, 10.30am-3.30pmMake your own sand castle

• Wed, 29 Aug, 10.30am-3.30pmMake a Spray-paint sea creatureUpnor Castle

Special events - adultsThu, 24 May, 7.30-9pm

Ben Kane - Author visit Bestselling historical author, Ben Kaneintroduces his new series Clash of empireswhere Rome and Greece each aspire toconquer and dominate. Strood Library, Community Hub Strood

Tue, 29 May, 3.30-5pm

Elaine Everest - Author visitSaga writer, Elaine Everest will visit to talkabout her writing and her latest novel,Wartime at Woolworths.Hempstead Library, NeighbourhoodCommunity Hub Hempstead

Tue, 12 Jun, 7.30-9pm

Ben Aaronovitch - Author visitBen Aaronovitch is best known for the best-selling Rivers of London series of novels, aswell as writing two Doctor Who serials in thelate 1980s. His visit to Medway will be hardon the heels of the paperback edition of hisPC Grant novella, The Furthest Station.Gillingham Library, Community Hub Gillingham

Thu, 12 Jul, 2-3.30pm

Murder in the Library 3 - Crime author event Crime writers discussion panel with TammyCohen, Mel McGrath and Katerina Diamond.Gillingham Library, Community HubGillingham

Mon, 6 Aug - Fri, 28 Sep Library opening hours

Cabbage Island exhibition - A history of Luton through theages (All ages)Visit this exhibition to discover and celebratethe hidden historical sites, local vocabulary,cultural traditions and memories that makeup the history of Luton’s community and itspeople. (Part of Icon Theatre's ‘Cabbage Island’ project).Chatham Library, Community Hub Chatham

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Poppy crafts Inspired by the museum’s ‘Live Bait’ paintingand commemorating each of the 1500 liveslost from three cruisers, in Medway’s largestloss of life in a single day during WWI.Create your own poppy to remember one ofthe lost sailors. The poppies will be displayedalongside the painting later in the year. Free - Donations to the Poppy Appeal welcome.

Guildhall Museum

26 July, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30Aug 10am to 4pm (Drop in sessionsthroughout the day)

Seafaring AdventuresExplore the house, join in with our treasurehunt, and take part in a family arts and craftsworkshop with local artist Wendy Daws£5 family ticket (up to 2 adults and 3children). Valid on all the above dates.

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Until Sat, 7 Jul, (Wed-Sun, 10am-5pm)

Exhibition: Looking back alongRochester High StreetA selection of photographs tracing thechanging face of Rochester High Street fromthe early 1900s to the 1970s. FREE with admission to the house.

Eastgate House

Until Dec, Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm

The Knights Templar: Legacy and LegendThe story of the Knight’s Templar is shroudedin mystery. But how much do we know abouttheir history? This exhibition will shed a littlelight on the known facts, as well as bringtheir story home to Medway.Guildhall Museum

Fri, 31 May, 10am-4pm

Tile decorating workshop With local artist Wendy Daws. Drop insessions throughout the day.Free with admission to the house

Eastgate House

Sat, 2 and Sun, 3 Jun, 10am-4pm daily

Rochester Literature FestivalActivities and talks in the house throughoutthe weekend, all of which are included freewith admission to the house. Tickets valid forthe whole day’s activities. Eastgate House

Sun, 3 Jun, 4.30-5.50pm

Tea with Mr DickensPresented by Good Stuff ProductionsEnjoy a jam-packed irresistible feast ofdramatised extracts from Dickens' mostcelebrated novels and stories. Doors open at4pm so you can explore this beautiful housebefore the performance.Tickets: £15 including tea and coffee in theinterval. To book phone 01634 332700, [email protected] or at EastgateHouse (Wed-Sun 10am-5pm)

Eastgate House

Sat, 9 Jun, 1.30-3.30pm

The art of lost letters – AdultLearners’ Collage workshopA collage workshop based on a letter foundunder the floorboards over 200 years ago.To book phone 01634 338400. Spaces limited.

Eastgate House

Sat, 9 & Sun, 10 Jun, 10am -5pm

The Dutch are ComingA family-friendly living history eventdepicting the events in 1667 when the Dutchsailed up the river to attack the English fleetat anchor. Includes a chance to print yourown Dutch Raid inspired artwork onto abadge or magnet with local artist Xtina Lamb.Normal admission prices apply.

Upnor Castle

Sun, 24 Jun, 4.30-5.50pm

Really Grimm FairytalesPresented by Good Stuff ProductionsA sinister selection from the originalunabridged Grimms’ Fairytales, read in thesetting of our beautiful mansion. Suitable forover 16-year-olds.Tickets: £12. To book phone 01634 332700,email [email protected] or atEastgate House (Wed-Sun 10am-5pm)

Eastgate House

Sun, 8 Jul, 11am and 3pm

Tours and TeasEnjoy a fully guided tour of the housefollowed by tea and cake. Tickets: £12. To book phone 01634 332700,email [email protected] or atEastgate House, (Wed to Sun, 10am to 5pm)

Eastgate House

Gates 6.30pm, Performance: 7.30pm

Measure for measure Changeling Theatre’s Measure for Measure isinspired by the Moulin Rouge with more thana hint of the Burlesque. This compellingShakespeare comedy has a storyline full oftwists and turns.Tickets: www.changeling-theatre.com

Upnor Castle, Wed, 11 Jul

Rochester Castle, Wed, 25 Jul

Thu,12 Jul, Gates 6.30pm, Performance: 7.30pm

Blithe spirit Blithe Spirit is one of Noel Coward’s mostenduring comedies, recently revived inLondon’s West End. Tickets: www.changeling-theatre.com

Upnor Castle

Thu, 2 Aug, Gates 5.30pm, Performance: 6.30pm

Treasure islandWhen Jim Hawkins discovers a treasure mapamongst the possessions of the late 'Captain'Billy Bones, it hurtles him in to a cat andmouse game with dangerous pirates, takinghim across the world to 'Treasure Island'. Tickets: www.boxtreeproductions.co.uk

Upnor Castle

Tue, 7 Aug, Gates 6pm, Performance: 7pm

The importance of being EarnestImmersion Theatre present Oscar Wilde’swittiest comedy. Prepare your cucumbersandwiches and enjoy one of literature’smost trivial comedies for serious people…there’ll be handbags at dawn!Tickets: www.immersiontheatre.co.uk

Upnor Castle

Tue 21 Aug, Gates 5.30pm, Performance: 6.30pm

Robin Hood and his Merry Men With the castle as the backdrop, there is nobetter stage to watch this enthrallingperformance by Chapterhouse Theatre. For more information visitwww.chapterhouse.orgTickets: www.seetickets.com

Rochester Castle

Summer outdoor theatreWith the castle backdrop, there is no better stage to watch enthralling performances.

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Tue, 29 May; Tue, 24 Jul; Tue, 7 Aug; Thu, 23 Aug; 10am-12noon and 1-3pm

Mini beast hunting Learn how to identify the creatures that canbe found in the pond and wild flower meadow.£3 per child, Suitable for accompaniedchildren 5-12yrs. 01634 338191.

Capstone Farm Country Park

Thu, 31 May, 10am-12noon and 1-3pm

Creative clay crittersGet creative using air-drying clay to createcreatures found around the park.£3 per child, Suitable for accompaniedchildren 5-12yrs. 01634 338191.


Sun, 3 Jun; Sun, 1 Jul; Sun, 12 Aug; 10am-2pm

Volunteer conservation task dayGet involved by helping with some practicaltasks on site. Meet at the volunteer block. For more information call 01634 338191


Wed, 13 Jun, 12.30–3.30pm

Butterflies, plants and treesJoin our ranger on a walk to learn aboutflora and fauna.£3 per person. Suitable for adults andchildren aged 12+. 01634 337432

Riverside Country Park

Wed, 6 & Wed, 27 Jun, 10am-12noon

Tiny totsAn opportunity for the little ones to be creativeby finger painting and potato printing. Wear old clothes, as it could get messy.£3 per child, Suitable for accompaniedchildren aged 2 to 5-years-old. 01634 338191


Wed, 25 Jul, 10am-12noon

Things with wingsWhether it’s a bird or a butterfly, there is awhole host of creatures that may fly pastyou during your visit. Create your favouritewinged insect at this arts and craft activity.Suitable for the whole family.£3 per child. 01634 337432


Thu, 26 Jul; Thu, 9 Aug; Wed, 22 Aug;10am-12noon and 1-3pm

Beginners fishing for children Learn the basics of fishing with our parkranger. Aimed at beginners and thosewanting to improve. All equipment supplied. Limited numbers so book early. £10 per child,Suitable for accompanied children 8-12yrs 01634 338191


Tue, 31 Jul, 10am-12noon

Beach craftPaint shells and pebbles to take home withyou. Suitable for the whole family.£3 per child. 01634 337432


Ted’s picnic Bring a picnic and your teddy bear and joinin the fun. Storytelling, fun and games. £4 per child. Suitable for accompaniedchildren aged 3-7 years.

Wed, 1 Aug, 11am-2pm - 01634 338191Capstone Farm Country Park

Thu, 16 Aug, 11am-2pm - 01634 337432Riverside Country Park

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Mallet and badge making Spend a couple of hours in beautiful woodsand learn how to use hand tools correctly tomake your very own mallet. You can alsohave a go at making a wonderful badgemade from our very own trees. £3 per child, Suitable for accompaniedchildren aged 5-12years. 01634 338191

Thu, 2 Aug, 10am-12noon and 1-3pm;Capstone Farm Country Park

Thu, 9 Aug, 10am-12noonRiverside Country Park

Wed, 8 Aug, and Tue, 21 Aug 10am-12noon or 1-3pm

Big bug huntExplore the park in search of underwatercreatures and amazing mini-beasts. You’ll beamazed at what you will find. £3 per child. Children must be accompaniedby an adult. 01634 337432


Tue, 14 Aug, 10am-12noon and 1-3pm

Butterflies and bush crickets Soak up the summer sun with the parksbutterfly and cricket population, see howmany different types you can spot, thenback to the visitor centre to make your veryown butterfly or cricket.£3 per child, suitable for accompaniedchildren aged 5-12 years. 01634 338191

Capstone Farm County Park

Wed, 15 Aug, 10am-12noon

Flying fishJoin one of the rangers in the visitor centreand let your imagination run away with youand make an amazing flying fish. £3 per child, Suitable for accompaniedchildren aged 5 -12 years. Book in advance orjust turn up 01634 338191

Capstone Farm County Park

Tue, 2 Aug, 10am-12noon and 1-3pm

Willow weaving Come and try your hand at willow weaving.The rangers have tried and tested somesimple designs to get you creating andwonderful, willowy, masterpiece. This is justa taster session and for true beginners.£5 per person, suitable for adults and childrenfrom the age of eight. 01634 338191


Tue, 28 Aug, 10am-12noon

Kite making workshopJoin the rangers in making kites in thevisitor centre then wrap up warm to flythem in Capstone’s rather bracing winds. £5 per kite. Suitable for accompanied children5-12yrs. 01634 338191.


Wed, 29 Aug 10am-12noon

Wild biscuit decoratingJoin one of our rangers and decorate yourvery own yummy ‘wild’ biscuits. You cancreate a tasty toad, a flavoursome fox, or adelicious duck. Or make up your own animal.£3 per child. Suitable for the whole family.01634 337432


School summer holidays only

Summer activity trail Pick up your summer activity trail from thevisitor centre and collect a small prize whencompleted. Fun for all the family.£3 per trail


Volunteer at RiversideVolunteering opportunities throughoutthe year, held on Thursdays and Sundays.Please contact Riverside Country Parkfor more details. Phone 01634 337432.

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Sat, 9 to Sun, 17 Jun

Medway Cycling Festival This new-look Medway Cycling Festival isdesigned to encourage all residents to get ontheir bikes and coincides with National BikeWeek. It includes the Medway Ride Togetherfamily festival day at Riverside CountryPark/The Strand, plus Sportives and a rangeof community and club activities acrossMedway’s cycle network, parks and schools. medway.gov.uk/cyclingfestival

Various venues

Medway Summer 5k SeriesFully chip timed. Open to runners of allabilities. Juniors ages 11-16 welcome ifrunning with an adult. Races start 7.30pm. Entry fee: £10 per race (£8 for Premier Gym, Ready 2 Run GroupMembers and affiliated runners). www.medway.gov.uk/sport 01634 336672

Wed, 27 Jun – Riverside Country Park

Wed, 25 Jul – Capstone Farm Country Park

Wed, 29 Aug – Venue to be confirmed

Wed 26 Sep – Medway Park

Fri, 29 Jun, 11am-5pm

Kent and Medway Business GamesCompanies across Kent are invited to enter ateam to represent their workplace and battleit out against other workplace teams to becrowned 2018 champions. www.kentsport.orgEntry fee: £75 per team.

Medway Park

Fri, 20 Jul, from 5pm

Medway Mile Join thousands of runners on a one-mile funrun around Rochester for our annual massparticipation sporting celebration. Includesfree sporting fun, elite race, mascot race andfireworks finale. medway.gov.uk/medwaymileT-shirt and souvenir medal for pre-registeredparticipants. Pre-registration essential.

Rochester Castle Gardens

Sun, 12 Aug, 10am-6pm

Medway badminton openChallenge yourself to a bit of competition. Men’s, women’s and mixed competitions.Open to club and non-club players. Entry fee: £16 per doubles team. £5 per playerTo request an entry form [email protected]

Medway Park

Fri, 31 Aug, 6-8pm

Splashes Back-to-School party. Live DJ, lights, games and prizes.Tickets: £8 or £6 for swimming lessoncustomers

Splashes Sports Centre

Pay-and-play rackets andfootball sessions Available at Medway sports centresduring the summer holidays. FollowMedway Sport’s social media channels@medwaysport for details. £3/person or £5/family. Limited sessions only.

ParksportPitch up and play in a park near you thissummer. Free coach-led weekly multi-sportsessions across Medway. www.medway.gov.uk/parksport

Mondays, (7 May–27 Aug), 6.30-7.30pmHillyfields, Gillingham.

Tuesdays, (8 May–28 Aug), 7.15-8.15pmBroomhill Park, Gillingham.

Thursdays, (3 May–6 September), 6-7pm* Great Lines, Gillingham

Fridays, (27 Jul–31 Aug), 10-11.30amRochester Castle

Saturdays, (5 May–1 Sep), 1-2pm Maidstone Road Rec, Palmerston Road, Chatham

Saturdays, (5 May–1 Sep), 3-4pm Luton Millennium Green, Chatham

Training courses Medway Council runs a comprehensiveprogramme of training courses in lifeguardingand first aid. The qualifications are all fully-accredited and delivered by our experiencedRoyal Lifesaving Society

29 May–3 June and 23–28 JulyNational Pool Lifeguard Qualification - £295

2-4 July First Aid at Work - £80Phone 01634 336644 or [email protected]

Medway Park

Daily, 29 May-1 Jun and Tue to Fri weeklyduring the school holidays, 9.30am-4pm(breakfast club and twilight sessionoptions available)

Holiday Sports Camps Quality multi-sport coaching for 7-to-12-year-olds during school holidays. You canbook for single days or up to four days.Discount is available for junior members andchildren of premier members of Medway'ssports centres.Four-day camps advanced bookings are £20per day or £65 for all four days. Or £25 per dayon the day. Phone 01634 336655 or [email protected]

Medway Park and Strood Sports Centre

Sun, 3 Jun, 9am

Medway 10k Join hundreds of runners for the annualMedway 10k in aid of the Wisdom Hospice.Medals and goodie bag for every participant.www.nice-work.org.uk/races/medway-10kEntry fee £16 for affiliated runners, £18unaffiliated in advance or £20 on the day.

Medway Park

Mon, 4 Jun to Sun, 22 Jul (13 weeks, no lesson during May half term)

Swimming lessonsMedway Sport Swim Academy swimminglessons summer term. Our swimming poolswill be offering crash course swimminglessons and synchro lessons during theschool holidays.medway.gov.uk/swimminglessonsPrice: £6.95 per lesson, payable termly. 30 per cent discount for Medway SportPremier members.

Medway Sports Centres

Sporting action taking place right here on your doorstep.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram@medwaysport = Advance booking essential

This information can be made available in other formatsfrom: 01634 333333If you have any questions about this leaflet and you want to speak to someone in your own language please phone: 01634 335577

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• All events listed inside are free of charge unless stated otherwise. • All children must be accompanied by an adult.• Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information is correct at time of going to press, theprogramme is subject to alteration without prior notice.

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