Programme of Events

12th - 27th June 2010

Celebrating all that is good in our area

Latest details online at www.celebratingcommunity.org.uk

Supported by local churches, Kent Police and community groups

Free

Celebrating Community

Festival 2010

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Welcome to our Community FestivalThis is the fourth year that churches working together with other agencies have staged the Celebrating Community Festival. From this year’s programme you will see that there are many new and exciting events / talks for you to attend and enjoy - many free of charge. It might be useful to have a highlighter pen in your hand as you go through this programme to mark off the things you would like to do. Many people in our area work voluntarily to provide clubs and organisations to enhance our lives. Our local Councillors, PCSOs, Youth Workers all work on our behalf, and we acknowledge everything that is good and thank them on our Community’s behalf for all the effort and time they put into the things that they do for us.

This year our Festival ‘kicks off ’ on the same day as the start of the World Cup Tournament in South Africa. Reflecting the excitement of this, there are two family events organised involving a football theme (12th June at St. Philip and St. James and 26th June at St. William’s Church). Perhaps we will all have the words of the song ‘It’s coming home, it’s coming home’ ringing in our ears as many are hopeful of the FIFA World Cup Trophy being lifted high by the English team - as in 1966. Interestingly, just as churches are behind this modest Festival so it was that churches were behind the setting up of the football league system in this country (in 1886) and many well known clubs of today have their roots in church teams.

If football is not for you, though, don’t despair! There are lots of ‘football free’ events - for example strawberries and cream, line dancing, ‘Help the Heroes’ service in the style of ‘Songs of Praise’, Teddy Bears’ Picnics plus the exotic flavours of Africa at the African Night. There are walks offered by volunteers from the Walderslade Woodlands Group and opportunities to try out new-to-you crafts. The local libraries are once again offering events - one showing you how to research your family tree and another is an informal afternoon for you to share your local memories.

4th year

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2010 ProgrammeOn pages 4 to 7 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 21.

Often the church is ridiculed and pilloried, sometimes deservedly, especially for the things it gets wrong but it has also been an agent of social change and has instigated many good things for the welfare of all that we now take for granted.

Celebrating and giving thanks can start in many small ways … perhaps we can all make a special effort to thank those around us during this Celebrating Community Festival fortnight for the things they do for us … or even smiling at strangers or sending cards of thanks to those who offer a service that enhances our lives. Why not use this fortnight as a time to invite a neighbour in for a cup of tea or coffee … we have much to give thanks for and our relationships with one another are so very important if we desire to be a community.

At the heart of this festival is God’s church working together, setting aside denominational differences for the glory of God and the good of our community. Within this fortnight there are opportunities to be still and draw inner spiritual strength from God; you will receive a warm welcome from any of the churches in our area that you may choose to visit.

My prayer is that you will be blessed by this Festival.

Rev John S Currie (Project Co-ordinator)

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Time EventFriday 11 June7pm-7am Sat A Night of Prayer - Peacebuilders in the CommunitySaturday 12 June9am-12 noon Lordswood Leisure Centre Come & Try for Free Sessions

#111am - 2pm Craft Make and Take Day with a Cream Tea2-5pm Blue Bell Hill Village Fete3pm - 5pm Joyce's Wonderful High TeaFrom 5pm World Cup Kick Off - Screening of the Glorious '66 Game

followed by England's first match in the 2010 Competition plus a free BBQ!

Sunday 13 JuneVarious times Church Services5pm African Night Monday 14 June9.30am - 12.30pm

M.A.P.S. (Mark's Activity Programme Service)

10am - 12 noon Computer Course for All (Every morning this week)10.30am - 11am Baby Bounce and Rhyme (offered at two venues -

Walderslade Hook and Lordswood Libraries)10.30am - 12 noon

Stay Well and Keep Healthy!

12.30pm - 1.30pm

M.A.P.S. Lunch Club

1.30pm - 4.30pm M.A.P.S. (Mark's Activity Programme Service)2pm Women's Fellowship6.30pm Craft Open Evening

2010 Programme of EventsHere is a summary list of events - see the alphabetical list on pages 8 to 20 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/

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Time EventTuesday 15 June9.30am - 12noon Craft Group at Christ the King 9.30am - 3.30pm Coffee Shop for the over 60s (lunch 12 noon - 1.30pm)10.15am-10.45am

Baby Bounce and Rhyme followed by Toddler Shake and Boogie 11.00 - 11.30

From 12 noon Ploughman's Lunches at St William's Coffee Break 12.30pm Breakaway Community Lunch 12.45pm-2.30pm Toddle Inn1pm - 2.30pm Buttercups Open Afternoon 5pm - 6pm Rainbow Kids6.15pm - 7.30pm Spectrum 7.30 - 8.30pm 8.30pm onwards

Keep Fit

Wednesday 16 June10am Dementia Care Info Coffee Morning 10am - 11.30am Wafflers - Bible Study Group 11.30am - 1pm Brunch at St Simon Stock followed by Bingo12 noon - 1pm then 7-8pm

Line Dancing

2.15pm - 2.45pm Story Time for 3 - 5 year oldsThursday 17 June9.30am-11.30am Tunbury Tots10.30am Service of Healing and Wholeness 1pm - 2.30pm Little Angels Teddy Bears' Picnic 2.30pm-4pm Tea and Reminiscences about our areaFriday 18 June9.30am-11am Toddler Shake and Boogie9.30am-11.30am Tunbury Tots10am - 11.30am Tunbury Tots - New Baby Group From 10.30am Coffee with 'Hands of Rochester' at St William's Church 2.15pm - 2.45pm Story Time1.30pm - 4.30pm M.A.P.S. (Mark's Activity Programme Service)7.30pm - 9.00pm An Evening of Summer Music7.30pm - 9.30pm Youth Club

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Time EventSaturday 19 June9.00am Lordswood Leisure Centre: Come & Try Free Sessions #210am - 12 noon Coffee Morning with Bring and Buy10am - 12.30 Browse 'n' Buy Sale10.30am An African Story Time11am - 11.30am Fathers' Day Bounce and Rhyme Session2pm - 4pm Tunbury Primary School Summer Fair7.30pm "How to Live Forever"Sunday 20 JuneVarious times Church Services2.30pm Guided Woodland Walk - Round Wood and Plateaux 4pm - 5pm Help the Heroes ‘Songs of Praise’ style service6.30pm - 8pm Maddy Aid 2 - variety entertainmentMonday 21 June9.30am M.A.P.S. (Mark's Activity Programme Service)10.30am - 11am Baby Bounce and Rhyme (offered at two venues -

Walderslade and Lordswood Libraries)10.30am-12noon Coffee with Kent Wildlife Trust12.30pm-1.30pm M.A.P.S. Lunch Club1.30pm-4.30pm M.A.P.S. (Mark's Activity Programme Service)2pm Women's Fellowship2.30pm-4pm Beginning your family history3.30pm - 6pm Sporty ChurchTuesday 22 June9.30am - 3.30pm Coffee Shop for the over 60s (lunch 12-1.30pm)10.15am-10.45am

Baby Bounce and Rhyme followed by Toddler Shake and Boogie

12 noon Ploughman's Lunches at St. William's Coffee Break 12.30pm Breakaway Community Lunch 12.45pm -2.30pm

Toddle Inn

5pm - 6pm Rainbow Kids6.15pm - 7.30pm Spectrum 7.30-8.30pm 8.30pm onwards

Keep Fit

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Time EventWednesday 23 June10am - 11.30am Wafflers - Bible Study Group 10am - 12noon St Alban's Housewives' Fellowship Coffee Morning 11.30am - 1pm Brunch at St Simon Stock followed by Bingo12noon - 1pm then 7-8pm

Line Dancing

12.15pm-2.15pm Parent and Toddler Group Teddy Bears' Picnic 2.15pm - 2.45pm Story Time 3.30pm - 4.30pm Teddy Bears' Picnic 3.30pm Strawberry & Cream Tea Party with the Mayor3.45pm - 5pm ChatterbooksThursday 24 June9.30am-11.30am Walderslade Policing Team Surgery 9.30am-11.30am Tunbury Tots10am - 12noon St William's Pre-School Summer Fete10.30am Guided Woodland Walk - Round Wood and Plateaux1pm - 2.30pm Little Angels Toddler GroupFriday 25 June9.30am-11.30am Tunbury Tots10am - 11.30am Tunbury Tots - New Baby Group 10am-12 noon 'MAGIC' (Medway Autistic Group & Information Centre)

Support available for parents / carers 10am-2.30pm Oasis Café1.30pm - 4.30pm M.A.P.S. (Mark's Activity Programme Service)2.15pm - 2.45pm Story Time7.30pm Youth Club8.00pm Sing-a-long with Grease (the movie)! - A football free

zone!Saturday 26 June10.30am An African Story Time for Children4pm - 6pm Football Fever Family Party!Sunday 27 JuneVarious times Church Services4.00pm Closing Community Celebration

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Alphabetical List of Events A Night of Prayer - Peacebuilders in the CommunityJoin with others in a night of prayer for the people in our area or email your specific prayer needs via our Celebrating Community email address on the webside (www.celebratingcommunity.org.uk). Drop in for as short or as long a time as you are able. Silent prayer or prayer together, light a candle as a symbol of your prayer - finishing at 7.00am with breakfast. FreeVenue: St. William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Friday 11 June (Festival Eve) 7.00pm - 7.00am Saturday Contact: Mrs Mandy Harris 01634 373876

African NightA taste of Africa. An evening not to be missed with food, music, African headdresses and attire to try on. Complete with inspiring African praise and dance! All very welcome . DonationsVenue: 41st Medway Scouts Hall, Mafeking Road, Walderslade ME5 9HG When: Sunday 13 June 5pm Contact: Gideon Sappor 01634 317361 or 07954406145

An African Story Time for ChildrenAn exciting African tale for under 8’s told by Gideon Sappor who was born in Ghana. FreeVenue: Walderslade Hook Meadow Library, King George Road, ME5 0TZ When: Saturday 19 June & 26 June 10.30am Contact: Library 01634 861531

Venue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade ME5 9LR When: Saturday 26 June 10.30am Contact: Library 01634 686467

An Evening of Summer MusicLocal choir members unite to bring an evening of secular and sacred musical entertainment, including the delightful children’s choir from St Benedict’s School. DonationsVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Friday 18 June 7.30pm - 9.00pm Contact: Josie 01634 862910 or Mike Radley 01634 666552

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Baby Bounce and Rhyme (offered at two venues - Walderslade and Lordswood Libraries)For babies under 18 months. FreeVenues: Walderslade Hook Meadow Library, King George Road, Walderslade also Lordswood Library, Kestrel Road, Lordswood ME5 0TZ ME5 8TH When: Monday 21 June 10.30am - 11.00am Contact: Library 01634 861531 (Walderslade Hook) 01634 681595 (Lordswood)

Baby Bounce and Rhyme For pre-school children and their carers. FreeVenue 1: Walderslade Hook Meadow Library, King George Road, ME5 0TZ Venue 2: Lordswsood Library Kestrel Road, Chatham ME5 8TH When: Monday 14 June 10.30am - 11.00am Contact: Library 01634 861531 (Walderslade Hook) 01634 862096 (Lordswood)

Baby Bounce and Rhyme followed by Toddler Shake and BoogieBaby Bounce and Rhyme for babies under 18months. Toddler Shake and Boogie - fun sessions for pre-school children. FreeVenue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade ME5 9LR When: Tuesday 15 June 10.15am - 10.45am and 11.00 - 11.30 When: Tuesday 22 June 10.15am - 10.45am Contact: Library 01634 686467

Beginning your family historyCome and hear more about tracing your family roots. FreeVenue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade ME5 8LR When: Monday 21 June 2.30pm-4pm Contact: Library 01634 686467

Blue Bell Hill Village FeteA traditional village fete. Lots of stalls, home made cakes and teas plus fun arena events. Small entry chargeVenue: St Alban’s Church, Robin Hood Lane, Blue Bell Hill Village ME5 9QR When: Saturday 12 June 2.00pm - 5.00pm Contact: Doug Milne 01634 863925

Breakaway Community LunchLunches are served every Tuesday during term time and include a choice of soup, ploughman’s with salad, yoghurt, tea or coffee all for £2.00. Everyone welcome - no need to book. £2.Venue: St Philip and St. James Church Hall, King George Road, ME5 0TZ When: Tuesday 15 June 12.30pm & Tuesday 22 June 12.30pm Contact: Jean Bowring 01634 864579

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Browse ‘n’ Buy SaleAs well as a variety of goods - most new or nearly new - there’s always homemade cakes, jams and preserves for sale and time to enjoy a relaxing coffee and chat with others at Coffee Corner! FreeVenue: St David’s Church, Newton Close, Lordswood (next to the Kestrel) ME5 8TR When: Saturday 19 June 10am - 12.30 Contact: Sylvia Wrigglesworth 01634 683789

Brunch at St Simon Stock followed by BingoA warm welcome and delicious food to eat await you at St Simon Stock followed by a game of Bingo (1.15pm for 1.30pm). donationsVenue: St Simon Stock Church, Bleakwood Road ME5 0NF When: Wednesday 16 June 11.30am - 1pm & Wednesday 23 June 11.30am - 1pm Contact: Josie 01634 862910

Buttercups Open AfternoonThe village nursery is opening its doors to parents and children for a special ‘come and try it’ session of Messy Play. Explore what Buttercups has to offer for your young family (www.buttercups-care.co.uk). FreeVenue: Buttercups Nursery, 361A Walderslade Road, Walderslade Village ME5 9LW When: Tuesday 15 June 1pm - 2.30pm Contact: Jan 01634 685511

ChatterbooksA lively reading group for 8 - 12 year olds with special guest Gideon Sappor. FreeVenue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade ME5 9LR When: Wednesday 23 June 3.45pm - 5.00pm Contact: Library 01634 686467

Church ServicesYou will be made very welcome by any of the congregations. Details of churches and contact details are at the back of this programme. When: every Sunday at various times check back of programme for church details Contact: Rev John Currie 01634 684888

Closing Community CelebrationThe closing celebration with live band followed by tea and cakes. Outdoors if fine. Everyone is welcome. FreeVenue: St Simon Stock Church, Bleakwood Road ME5 0NF When: Sunday 27 June 4.00pm Contact: Rev John Currie 01634 684888

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Coffee Morning with Bring and BuyCome and enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee / tea and browse the bring and buy items. Small chargeVenue: Church of Christ the King, Dove Close, Princes Park ME5 7PX When: Saturday 19 June & Saturday 26 June 10.00am - 12 noon Contact: Mrs Pam Rimmel 01634 868020

Coffee Shop for the over 60sRelax, read the paper, enjoy hospitality! Teas, coffees and homemade cakes 50p. Lunch - soup and roll for £1. Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Tuesday 15 June and 22 June, 9.30am - 3.30pm (lunch 12 noon - 1.30pm) Contact: Lisa Arnold 01634 312194

Coffee with ‘Hands of Rochester’ at St William’s ChurchDrop in for tea/coffee and hear what ‘Hands’ can offer you (transport for disabled/lunch club/befriending scheme). Alternatively, perhaps you could offer to become a volunteer for Hands - information will be available for you to consider. FreeVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Friday 18 June From 10.30am Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194

Coffee with Kent Wildlife TrustAn opportunity to come and hear about the work of the Wildlife Trust and find out how we can play our part in preserving wildlife. Items available to purchase to help the work of the Wildlife Trust. Small chargeVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Monday 21 June 10.30am - 12 noon Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194

Computer Course for AllCome and learn the basics or improve your skills. This Course runs for 5 mornings. Please book in advance. £5 for the weekVenue: St Thomas More RC Primary School, Bleakwood Road, Chatham ME5 0NP When: Monday 14 June (and every day this week) 10.00am - 12 noon Contact: Paul Williams 01634 864701

Craft Group at Christ the KingCome and join in with this friendly craft group, a large variety of crafts, including lace making. Free come and try it session 50p once a memberVenue: Church of Christ the King, Dove Close, Princes Park ME5 7PX When: Tuesday 15 June 9.30am - 12 noon Contact: Mrs Beryl Davies 01634 668271

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Craft Make and Take Day with a Cream TeaTry a new craft with demonstrations. For adults and children. A small charge for each activity. Small charge for the Cream TeaVenue: Church of Christ the King, Dove Close, Princes Park ME5 7PX When: Saturday 12 June 11.00am - 2.00pm Contact: Mrs Beryl Davies 01634 668271

Craft Open Evening5th Chatham South Guides invite you to an open evening with the chance to try out a variety of crafts. Open to everyone. FreeVenue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood ME5 0UD When: Monday 14 June 6.30pm Contact: Miss Laura McNeil 01634 200516

Dementia Care Info Coffee MorningDean James and Ray Smith, Medway Dementia Advisors, will be at St William’s Coffee Break to give a short talk and offer support and advice for people with dementia, their carers, family and friends - there will also be the opportunity to speak privately if preferred. Refreshments available. FreeVenue: Coffee Break (far end of the church building) St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Wednesday 16 June 10.00am Contact: Medway Dementia Care 01634 338633 or St William’s Church 01634 867194

Fathers’ Day Bounce and Rhyme SessionCelebrate Fathers’ Day at Lordswood Library. This event is for Dads with 0-3 year olds. Refreshments provided. FreeVenue: Lordswood Library, Kestrel Road, Chatham ME5 8TH When: Saturday 19 June 11.00am - 11.30am Contact: Library 01634 862096

Football Fever Family Party!Fun for boys and girls with their families - craft and games to play, plus tea and a story with a message … all with a football theme. £2.50 per personVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Saturday 26 June 4.00pm - 6.00pm Contact: Enquiries - Mrs Mandy Harris 01634 373876 To book your places ring 01634 867194

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Guided Woodland Walk - Round Wood and PlateauxLed 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. Duration: 1 to 1.5hours. FreeVenue: Beechen Hall, Wildfell Close, Walderslade ME5 9RU When: Thursday 24 June 10.30am, & Sunday 20 June 2.30pm Contact: Bernard and Julia Gaydon 01634 861627

Help the Heroes ‘Songs of Praise’ style serviceDid 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 in 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 Heroes’ charity; wear your medals with pride or come in uniform. Collection for Help the HeroesVenue: St David’s Church, Newton Close, Lordswood (next to the Kestrel) ME5 8TR When: Sunday 20 June 4.00pm - 5.00pm Contact: Mrs Debbie Oliver 01634 684439 or email deb.80@blueyonder.co.uk

“How to Live Forever”Ever wished you could live forever? Sales of Grecian 2000 and anti-wrinkle cream suggest that at the very least we’ll go to considerable lengths to preserve our youth! Why not come along to an evening of live worship music, a talk, and the opportunity to consider whether we really can live forever? FreeVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Saturday 19 June 7.30pm Contact: Richard Cross 01634 671181

Joyce’s Wonderful High TeaYou are invited to take tea with Joyce (her birthday celebration!) to raise funds for Holy Trinity Churches and Marie Curie Cancer. There will be a glorious selection of freshly made sandwiches, complete with wonderful home-made cakes to choose from plus a pot of tea or coffee - all served by waitresses. To reserve you place at this special occasion rsvp to Joyce by 9th June - joycewarren@virginmedia.com £4.50 per headVenue: St David’s Church, Newton Close, Lordswood (next to the Kestrel) ME5 8TR When: Saturday 12 June 3.00pm - 5.00pm Contact: Joyce Warren 01634 668845

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Keep FitWhether you would like to try gentle exercise to music or an aerobic workout, you will find these groups welcoming and friendly. Beginners welcome. Bring a friend! £3 per classVenue: Church of Christ the King, Dove Close, Princes Park ME5 7PX When: Tuesday 15 June 7.30 - 8.30pm 2nd session 8.30pm When: Tuesday 22 June 7.30-8.30pm 2nd session 8.30pm Contact: Linda Eatwell 01634 811895

Line DancingGive line dancing a try. Beginners welcomed and you don’t need a partner! Two classes - beginners and improvers. £3 per sessionVenue: Hook Meadow Hall, King George Road, Walderslade ME5 0TZ When: Wednesday 16 June and 23 June, 12 noon - 1pm then 7-8pm Contact: Linda Eatwell 01634 811895

Little AngelsFun and a warm welcome await parents and carers with pre-school children plus craft, singing and toys. £1 per personVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Thursday 24 June 1.00pm - 2.30pm Contact: Mandy Harris 01634 373876

Little Angels Teddy Bears’ PicnicPre-school children are invited to bring their teddies to a special picnic, there will be lots of fun things to do and eat. £1 per personVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Thursday 17 June 1pm - 2.30pm Contact: Mrs Mandy Harris 01634 373876

Lordswood Leisure Centre Come and Try for Free Sessions #1Junior Trampolining (6 - 16 yr olds) 9.00am - 12 noon (limited spaces); Badminton / Table Tennis 9.00am - 11.30am; Health Suite (adults only) 9.00am - 3.00, Gym (for families). Mini Circuits 10.30am - 11.00am (12 - 15 year olds), 11.00am - 11.30am (16+) - please ring for more information. FreeVenue: Lordswood Leisure Centre, North Dane Way, Lordswood ME5 8YE When: Saturday 12 June 9.00am - 12 noon Contact: Jo Randall 01634 682862

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Lordswood Leisure Centre Come and Try for Free Sessions #2Junior Trampolining (6 - 16 yr olds) 9.00am - 12 noon; Badminton / Table Tennis 9.30am - 11.30am; 9.00am - 3.00pm Health Suite (adults only) Gym for families - please ring for more information. FreeVenue: Lordswood Leisure Centre, North Dane Way, Lordswood ME5 8YE When: Saturday 19 June 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 parentsVenue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Monday 14 June 9.30am - 12.30pm, 1.30pm - 4.30pm Friday 18 June 1.30pm - 4.30pm Monday 21 June 9.30am-12.30pm, 1.30pm - 4.30pm Friday 25 June 1.30pm - 4.30pm Contact: Mark Spurgeon 01634 317431

M.A.P.S. Lunch ClubFor people with physical and / or learning disabilities. Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Monday 14 June 12.30pm - 1.30pm & Monday 21 June 12.30pm - 1.30pm Contact: Mark Spurgeon 01634 317431

Maddy Aid 2A celebration of talent in Medway! A family friendly evening of music, theatre and dance, raising money for Maddy’s service project to God’s Golden Acre, South Africa, an orphanage for children whose lives have been devastated by HIV/AIDS. Donation for entry (suggested amount £3 per person). Suggested donation of £3 per personVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Sunday 20 June 6.30pm - 8.00pm Contact: Maddy White 01634 671815

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‘MAGIC’ (Medway Autistic Group & Information Centre) Support available for parents / carersFind 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 give a short presentation and will be happy to answer questions or speak one-to-one. FreeVenue: Coffee Break (far end of the church building), St. William’s Church, Walderslade ME5 9LR When: Friday 25 June 10am - 12 noon Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194

Oasis CaféAn 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 offer 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. FreeVenue: St David’s Church, Newton Close, Lordswood (next to the Kestrel) ME5 8TR When: Friday 25 June 10am - 2.30pm Contact: Linda Hartwell 01474 852280

Parent and Toddler Group Teddy Bears’ PicnicLots of fun with toys, crafts and activities for 0 to 4 year olds, their parents / carers and teddies! Honey sandwiches and teddy biscuits provided for a picnic lunch at 12.15pm (Don’t forget your teddy!!). 50p per child Venue: St. Philip & St. James Church Hall, King George Road, Weedswood ME5 0TZ When: Wednesday 23 June 12.15pm - 2.15pm Contact: Debbi 01634 325741

Ploughman’s Lunches at St William’s Coffee BreakTreat yourself or bring a friend to lunch. Enjoy a ham or cheese ploughman’s lunch with salad, plus yoghurt with fairly traded tea / coffee. You will be warmly welcomed. £2.50Venue: Coffee Break (far end of the church building) St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Tuesday 15 June and 22 June From 12 noon Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194

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Rainbow KidsClub for children in school years Reception to Yr 2. Visitors welcome - please contact Mandy before attending. £1.50Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Tuesday 15 June & 22 June 5pm - 6pm Contact: Mandy Roe 01634 864148

Service of Healing and WholenessA time of peace, quiet and healing prayer. FreeVenue: St Alban’s Church, Robinhood Lane, Blue Bell Hill Village ME5 9QR When: Thursday 17 June 10.30am Contact: Rev Phil Wootton 01634 660087

Sing-a-long with Grease (the movie)! - A football free zone!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 (as ‘American Diner’ as we can make it!) Come dressed as Grease characters if you wish. Please ring to book. DonationsVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Friday 25 June 8.00pm Contact: St William’s Church 01634 867194

SpectrumClub for children in school years 3 to 6. Visitors welcome - please contact Mandy before attending. £1.50Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Tuesday 15 June & 22 June 6.15pm - 7.30pm Contact: Mandy Roe 01634 864148

Sporty ChurchLots of sporty challenges to take part in for primary school aged children accompanied by their parents / carers - younger siblings are welcome too. Chill out time with refreshments 3.30pm - 4.10pm, games start at 4.10 - 5.10pm, 5.10pm the story of Samson followed by a picnic tea. £2 per personVenue: St Alban’s Church, Robinhood Lane, Blue Bell Hill ME5 9QR When: Monday 21 June 3.30pm - 6.00pm Contact: Rose Robinson 01634 683688

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St Alban’s Housewives’ Fellowship Coffee MorningA warm welcome, refreshments and cake await at this coffee morning. All welcome. £1.00Venue: St Alban’s Church, Robin Hood Lane, Blue Bell Hill Village ME5 9QR When: Wednesday 23 June 10.00am - 12 noon Contact: Mrs Jean Boorman 01634 666680

St William’s Pre-School Summer FeteAll are welcome to this traditional summer fete. Lots of fun activities for families with young children - bouncing castle, outdoor games, homemade cakes, refreshments and much more. Take the opportunity of speaking to one of the leaders about what St William’s Pre-School has to offer your child / grandchild. FreeVenue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Thursday 24 June 10.00am - 12 noon Contact: Anouska 07967442825

Stay Well and Keep Healthy!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! FreeVenue: Coffee Break (far end of the church building) St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Monday 14 June 10.30am - 12 noon Contact: Mrs Wendy Baxter 01634 867194

Story TimeFun Sessions for pre-school children including stories and crafts. FreeVenue: Walderslade Village Library, Walderslade ME5 9LR When: Friday 18 June & 25 June 2.15pm - 2.45pm Contact: Library 01634 686467

Venue: Walderslade Hook Meadow Library, King George Road, ME5 0TZ When: Wednesday 16 June & 23 June 2.15pm - 2.45pm Contact: Library 01634 861531

Strawberry & Cream Tea Party with the MayorBook your places for this special treat of fresh strawberries and cream followed by entertainment. Our new Mayor, Counsellor David Brake, will be attending this event. Cost £3.Venue: St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Wednesday 23 June 3.30pm Contact: Mrs Vera Jones 01634 862748

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Tea and Reminiscences about our areaHook Meadow Library invites you to an informal afternoon of tea and reminiscences about the area in which we live - bring your memories and photos to show others if you are able! FreeVenue: Walderslade Hook Meadow Library, King George Road, ME5 0TZ When: Thursday 17 June 2.30pm-4pm Contact: Library 01634 861531

Teddy Bears’ PicnicBring your teddies along to join in an afternoon of fun, music and games. Teddy snacks provided. Families welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult. FreeVenue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood, ME5 0UD When: Wednesday 23 June 3.30pm - 4.30pm Contact: Linda Chewter 01634 328834

Toddle InnA friendly group offering a fun time for carers and pre-school children. £1.50 per familyVenue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood ME5 0UD When: Tuesday 15 June & 22 June 12.45pm - 2.30pm Contact: Mrs Rita Cooper 07788 555855

Toddler Shake and BoogieFun Sessions for pre-school children. FreeVenue: Lordswood Library, Kestrel Road, Lordswood, ME5 8TH When: Friday 18 June 9.30am - 11.00am Contact: Library 01634 861595

Tunbury Primary School Summer FairA traditional summer fayre with stalls and activities for all ages to enjoy, organised by Tunbury School’s Parents’ Association. Come along and join the fun! 50p Adults children freeVenue: Tunbury Primary School, Tunbury Avenue, Walderslade ME5 9HY When: Saturday 19 June 2.00pm - 4.00pm Contact: 01634 863085

Tunbury TotsParent and toddler group. Toys, refreshments, chat, craft and singing. £1.50 per familyVenue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Thursday 17th, Friday 18th, Thursday 24th, Friday 25th 9.30am - 11.30am Contact: Lisa Arnold 01634 312194

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Tunbury Tots - New Baby GroupBaby group for first time parents and their small ones! £1.50Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Friday 18 June & Friday 25 June 10.00am - ll.30am Contact: Inez Robinson 01634 827235

Wafflers - Bible Study GroupCome for coffee and study time in a relaxed atmosphere. FreeVenue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Wednesday 16 June & 23 June 10.00am - 11.30am Contact: Reg Hughes 01634 852506

Walderslade Policing Team SurgeryCome and meet your local PCSO and share any Policing problems and issues, and Stevie will be happy to discuss them with you - on a one to one basis if necessary. FreeVenue: Coffee Break (far end of the church building) St William’s Church, Walderslade Village ME5 9LR When: Thursday 24 June 9.30am - 11.30am Contact: PCSO Stevie Kennett 01634 792347

Women’s FellowshipYou can be sure of a warm welcome, a cup of tea and time for a chat. Today’s speaker is Cora Hayles-Reed from Paddock Wood. FreeVenue: Emmanuel Church, Silverweed Road, Weedswood ME5 0UD When: Monday 14 June & 21 June 2pm Contact: Mrs Ruth Boyes 01634 687466

World Cup Kick Off - Screening of the Glorious ‘66 Game followed by England’s first match in the 2010 Competition plus a free BBQ!Come and join the excitement of the World Cup Tournament . Start by watching and remembering the glorious victory of 1966 and then cheer England on at 7.30pm when they compete in their first match against the USA - plus a free BBQ! Venue: St. Philip and St. James, King George Road, Weedswood ME5 0UD When: Saturday 12 June From 5.00pm Contact: Rev David Green 01634 681671

Youth ClubAll young people at secondary school welcome. Tuck shop, music, table tennis, snooker, table football and much more …. £1.50Venue: Walderslade Baptist Church, Catkin Close, Walderslade ME5 9HP When: Friday 18 June & 25 June 7.30pm - 9.30pm Contact: Lisa Arnold 01634 312194

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Local Christian churches

St Alban’s ChurchRobin Hood Lane, Blue Bell Hill, Chatham ME5 9QR

Rev Phil Wootton 01634 660087

The Parish of Holy Trinity South Chatham is made up of three churches and is Church of England and Methodist combined.

St David’s ChurchNewton Close, Lordswood, Chatham. ME5 8TH

Rev Marilyn Ilyas 01634 660922

St William’s ChurchWalderslade 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

Church Office 01634 868020

The Covenant AssemblyMeet at the 41st Medway Scouts HallMafeking RoadWalderslade ME5 9HG

Pastor Ade Mosuro 07859 904163

Emmanuel ChurchSilverweed RoadWeedswoodChatham ME5 0UD

June Parkin 01634 862438

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Lordswood FellowshipFellowship WalkKestrel RoadLordswoodChatham ME5 8TH

Ray Cantan 07903 441877

Walderslade Baptist Church Catkin Close(Off Tunbury Avenue),Chatham ME5 9HP

Rev Stephen Roe01634 687571

St Philip & St James’ Church(Church of England)King George RoadWeedswoodChatham ME5 0TZRev David Green 01634 864348

St Simon Stock Church(Catholic)Bleakwood RoadWaldersladeChatham ME5 0NF

Fr Stephen Wymer01634 862910

Celebrating Community

Festival is a joint venture organised by representatives of local

churches, organisations and community groups.

Event 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 2010 e&oe