OF COURSE l Over 750 types of organic foods available - 50% are vegan l l Organic certified food only l l We support local artists l ORGANIC products & Arts 86 HIGH ST CHATHAM 07903 512 668 07544 396 113 [email protected]Wainscott, Cliffe Woods, Strood, Rochester Free taster session 272 High St, Chatham ME4 4BP 01634 812108 www.nucleusarts.com GALLERY • STUDIOS • CAFÉ PET PORTRAITS emmabakerart.com START THE FESTIVE SEASON WITH SOME CHRISTMAS SHOPPING! We're teaming up with Keep it Local to bring you a two-day Christmas Market with a variety of locally hand-made gifts and treats. £2pp including garden entry, children under 16 free! BELMONT-HOUSE.ORG FAKE ARTIST PRESENTS IT'S ALL A LOAD OF BOLLOX A COMICAL EXHIBITION OF THE UNDERPARTS PREVIEW PARTY ~ SAT 4TH NOV 7PM ~ MIDNIGHT EXHIBITION RUNS 4TH ~ 29TH NOV SUN PIER HOUSE GALLERY, CHATHAM, ME4 4HF Sponsored by Oliverslondon.co.uk *Warning this exhibition contains nuts* sunpierhouse.co.uk re-museum.co.uk nucleusarts.com/medwayfunpalace/ What’s On Mini-Guide: whatson-mg.co.uk Welcome to November's issue, it may be a quiet month in the build up to December but we've found plenty for you to do, so no excuses! If you enjoy reading our mini- guide each month, please grab a copy for your friends. If you have an event or business to promote then we can help you advertise it - Paul can even design it for you! Cheers! Paul & Emma DEADLINE For next issue 22 NOV Cover art by: PAUL BAKER astonesthrowdesign.co.uk MEDWAY/ GRAVESHAM CREATE ART medway fun palace 5000 with The 5,000 Poppies Project was dreamt up by two Australian artists, Lynn Berry and Margaret Knight, who began by crocheting 160 poppies to commemorate their fathers who fought in World War II. It is now an International Phenomenon with installations all over the world. The Fun Palace have launched their own 5000 Poppies project demonstrating how a creative endeavour can bring people together, there has been an Incredible response from the creative community in Medway! Over 20,000 poppies have been created by over 1,000 members of the community! IN FLANDERS FIELDS In Flanders fields the poppies grow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. Written during the First World War by John McCrae, 1915 Did you know that there are different coloured poppies for specific causes related to war? • The original White Poppy made just after the first world war by the widows and women’s co-operative guild, was the original PEACE symbol. • We sometimes forget that Animals were used to help us in the War, especially the First World War, homing pigeons, Horses and Dogs. The Purple Poppy is a way of remembering them. 31 Oct-7 Jan The remembrance poppy was inspired by the World War I poem "In Flanders Fields". Its opening lines refer to the many poppies that were the first flowers to grow in the churned-up earth of soldiers' graves in Flanders, a region of Europe that overlies a part of Belgium. NOV 2017 NOV 2017
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OF COURSEl Over 750 types of organic foods
available - 50% are vegan ll Organic certified food only l
l We support local artists l
ORGANIC products & Arts86 HIGH ST CHATHAM07903 512 668
272 High St, Chatham ME4 4BP 01634 812108 www.nucleusarts.com
GALLERY • STUDIOS • CAFÉ
PET PORTRAITSemmabakerart.com
START THE FESTIVE SEASON WITH SOME CHRISTMAS SHOPPING!
We're teaming up with Keep it Local to bring you a two-day Christmas Market with a variety of locally
hand-made gifts and treats.
£2pp including garden entry, children under 16 free!
BELMONT-HOUSE.ORG
FAKE ARTIST PRESENTS
IT'S ALL A LOAD OF BOLLOXA COMICAL EXHIBITION OF THE UNDERPARTS
PREVIEW PARTY ~ SAT 4TH NOV 7PM ~ MIDNIGHT EXHIBITION RUNS 4TH ~ 29TH NOV
SUN PIER HOUSE GALLERY, CHATHAM, ME4 4HFSponsored by Oliverslondon.co.uk
*Warning this exhibition contains nuts* sunpierhouse.co.uk
re-museum.co.uknucleusarts.com/medwayfunpalace/
What’s On Mini-Guide: whatson-mg.co.uk
Welcome to November's issue, it may be a quiet month in the build up to December but we've found plenty for you to do, so no excuses!
If you enjoy reading our mini-guide each month, please grab a copy for your friends. If you have an event or business to promote then we can help you advertise it - Paul can even design it for you!
Cheers!Paul & Emma
DEADLINE For next issue 22 NOV
Cover art by: PAUL BAKER
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The 5,000 Poppies Project was dreamt up by two Australian artists, Lynn Berry and Margaret Knight, who began by crocheting 160 poppies to commemorate their fathers who fought in World War II.It is now an International Phenomenon with installations all over the world.
The Fun Palace have launched their own 5000 Poppies project demonstrating how a creative
endeavour can bring people together, there has been an
Incredible response from the creative community in Medway!
Over 20,000 poppies have been created by over 1,000 members of
the community!IN FLANDERS FIELDSIn Flanders fields the poppies growBetween the crosses, row on row,That mark our place; and in the skyThe larks, still bravely singing, flyScarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days agoWe lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,Loved and were loved, and now we lieIn Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:To you from failing hands we throwThe torch; be yours to hold it high.If ye break faith with us who dieWe shall not sleep, though poppies growIn Flanders fields.
Written during the First World War by John McCrae, 1915
Did you know that there are different coloured poppies for specific causes related to war?• The original White Poppy made
just after the first world war by the widows and women’s co-operative guild, was the original PEACE symbol.
• We sometimes forget that Animals were used to help us in the War, especially the First World War, homing pigeons, Horses and Dogs. The Purple Poppy is a way of remembering them.
31 Oct-7 Jan
The remembrance poppy was inspired by the World War I poem "In Flanders Fields". Its opening lines refer to the many poppies
that were the first flowers to grow in the churned-up earth
of soldiers' graves in Flanders, a region of Europe that overlies a
An eclectic exhibition inc. glass art, ceramic, craft, painting, jewellery and
much more.PREVIEW: 2 NOV, 6-8PM
NUCLEUSARTS.COM
16-29 NOV
Blurred Boundaries
An exhibition by Maidstone based arts cooperative
Making Art Work.PREVIEW: 18 NOV,
3-5PMNUCLEUSARTS.COM
THE HISTORIC DOCKYARDTALK AND PRIVATE VIEW9 NOV 2017
THE AWARD WINNING BRITISH AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR MICHAEL FOREMANProviding an insight into well-known books. Covering his travels around the world and how they inspired his work.
Doors open at 6pm, talk starts 6:30pm To book email: [email protected]
Christmas ConcertCOBHAM COMMUNITY CHOIRSAT 2 DEC-4PM. COBHAM HALL, DA12 3BL
Family-friendly concert of Christmas music, new and old in the beautiful gilt hall. Tickets include
free refreshments, £10 (£5 under 18s) from Cobham Community Stores, on 07562 666408 or at www.ticketsource.co.uk/cobham-choir.
SUN 12 NOV | 7.30PM------------------------------John Mayall In ConcertSAT 18 NOV | 7:30PM
For over 50 years, John Mayall has served as a pioneer of
blues music, earning him the title, “The Godfather of
British Blues”.------------------------------
Soul II Soul
SUN 19 NOV | 7:30PMSOUL II SOUL Featuring
Jazzie B and Carol Wheeler and live Orchestral band & D’J’s
ROCHESTER KINO - SUN PIERGHOSTBUSTERS (1984)NOV11, OPENS 7.15 / FILM 8PM rochesterkino.co.ukImmersive Cinematic ExperienceBuy advance tickets: Get Ready Comics (168 High St, Rochester) £5/£3 students
THE CENTRAL THEATRE, CHATHAMLORD OF THE FLIESTUES 21 NOV, 2.30PM tickets.medway.gov.ukTreat yourself to a classic film with a hot drink and a teacake included in the price! £5/£5.50
EASTGATE HOUSE, ROCHESTER'THE BATTLE OF MEDWAY' FILM WED, 15 NOV www.friendsofeastgatehouse.orgLearn more about one of the most important battles on the River Medway. Intro by Director Malcolm WrightDoors open 7pm for a 7.30pm start £4 members; £5 non
CINEWORLD, ROCHESTER NT LIVE: FOLLIES16 NOV, 7PM www.cineworld.co.ukStephen Sondheim’s legendary musical. New York, 1971.
A WOMAN OF NO IMPORTANCE28 NOV, 7.15PMOscar Wildes season of ive broadcasts. Classically staged at the Vaudeville Theatre in London’s West End.
PROUDLY SERVING11 ales; 3 are unfined/vegan
all from Kent microbreweries.PLUS
German and Belgian Beer, Wheat Beers, Kent Ciders.
Copper Rivet Gin and Vodka
TEL: 07772 2143156-8 JOHN STREET, ROCHESTER
A light hearted conversation with a
little creativityFree weekly sessions for
adults on Thurs 2 - 4pm. Enjoy creative activities
in a relaxing and calming environment.
nucleusarts.com
PigmentalPaintings by Karl BielikCraft Case: Publications by the Liver and Lights Scriptorium
8 Sept - 3 Dec 2017
FREE ADMISSION
NOV 3-FRI 7PM
'Sparks', Charity Book Launch
Readings, a chance to meet the Authors and Signings. Support resources for Autism
NOV 11 - SAT 7.30PM
Diva Night A Bring-A-Long and Sing-a-Long with live music. Our fabulous divas Stephanie Trott, Anita Pearce and
Leanne PorterNOV 17TH - FRI 7.30PM
Book ReadingMore Twisted Tales from the Shadowy Pen of Ian Nicholson. BYO, Tea, Coffee, Cake or a Light Bite will
be availableNOV 30TH - THURS 7PMREVERB
CHAMBERSpoken Word for the Masses with UK Slam
Champion and Utterly Fabulous Poetry Cat, Keith Jarrett. BYO, Tea, Coffee, Cake or a
Light Bite will be available.
FIREWORK DISPLAYSGreat Lines Heritage Park
4 NOV, 7PMGravesend, Riverside Leisure Area
3 NOV, (FIREWORKS AT 8PM)
All queries 01474 567291 or no84tearoom
Field Trip
RSPB CLIFFE POOLS
WED 22 NOVA visit to this special site
which had the threat of a major airport hanging over it. Looking for wild swans, geese
and wintering thrushes.9.30am, Free
rspb.org.uk/groups/medway
The Wigmore Lectures On TourAndy Thomas:
ghosts & the Paranormal
1 NOV 2017 AT 8PM COMMUNITY HUB HEMPSTEAD
Book in advance from any Medway Library £4
CASTLE GARDENS
C i N E m a
THE WOODVILLE, GRAVESEND 11 Nov, 7.30pm £22.50
Think Floyd
SOCIALART
2PM-4PM
Echo Square Gravesend
HALL PLACE & GARDENS, BEXLEYUNTIL 18 MARCH 2018
THE LAST CURTSEY: ETIQUETTE AND ELOCUTION, THE LIFE OF A DEBUTANTEIn this exhibition discover the reality behind the glittering parties and beautiful ball gowns and uncover more about this English tradition. The exhibition is free with an entry ticket to the house hallplace.org.uk
