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SUMMARY:Stitch a Faux Leather Satchel
DESCRIPTION:Stitch a faux leather satchel at Love Local on Saturday 13th September at 9:30am \n£45pp \nWhat you will learn:• How to sew faux leather using two needles at a time• How to construct the satchel which has premade holes for easier sewing• Which tools to use \nWhat is included:• All materials and tools• Full instructions and guidance• Choice of colour of bag\, I will be in touch we after booking to ask you your choice• Hot beverages and sweet treats\, dietary requirements can be catered for \nBookings can be made via eventbrite or email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk with any enquiries or to pay via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1404265659389?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/stitch-a-faux-leather-satchel/
LOCATION:Love Local\, Love Local
ORGANIZER;CN="The Creative Workshop Company":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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SUMMARY:SPACE Colchester Artist Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Sat 13 Sep\, 10am – 5pm – OPEN STUDIOS \nCome and explore our artist studios at 37 Queen Street\, meet artists\, photographers\, designers\, illustrators and all sorts of creative people face to face and buy works of art directly from their studio. The day coincides with Colchester’s Heritage Open Days programme which runs from 12 – 21 September. \nSat 13 Sep\, 12pm and 2pm – Free guided tours of the old police station \nTours of the building\, led by former CID and Scenes of Crime Officer Chris Farndell\, who served at Queen Street police station\, will be held at 12pm and 2pm. Tours are free\, but places are limited so booking is essential. Book your free place here > https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/guided-tours-of-the-former-queen-st-police-station-colchester-tickets-1468778278369?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/space-colchester-artist-open-studios/
LOCATION:37 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PQ\, United Kingdom\, 37 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Screen Printing - Exposing Screens\, Registration & Repeats
DESCRIPTION:Two Part\, One Day Course – Join Associate Artist Katie Kennedy to learn and practise the full process of screen exposure and printing. \nAM: process and create designs on to two exposed screens ready to use in the afternoon. \nPM: use our screens to create two-colour prints\, learning about registration of designs\, printing multiple techniques and exploring repeat patterns. \nYou will come away from the course with a full understanding of the principles of screen printing and knowledge of how to process screens using a UV emulsion and exposure unit. Then you’ll be ready to take your printing to the next level! \nParticipants would be asked to prepare an idea of what they would like to print in advance of the workshop. This course is aimed at those who have done the introductory hand-cut stencil workshop or the screen exposure induction.  \nNot for beginners.  \nAbout the Associate Artist leading the session: Katie is a graphic designer and workshop artist\, running her own design business alongside delivering art\, design and architecture workshops with museums\, galleries\, schools and festivals across the UK. Katie is inspired by all kinds of things; architecture\, nature\, street art\, great design… Specific print inspirations are: Hatch Show Prints\, Print Club London\, Anthony Burrill\, Abram Games\, Andy Warhol\, Strawberry Luna… the list goes on. Learn more about Katie on her website: www.katiekennedy.co.uk  \nNew to Colchester Makerspace? We’re a community workshop with ceramics\, printmaking\, and a vibrant program of classes. Explore our website: www.makercampus.co.uk \nJoin our creative community: Enjoy up to 50% off classes and 24/7 access to our space and equipment. Memberships start at just £15 a month. Materials not included unless attending a booked class. Learn more: www.makercampus.co.uk/membership  \nPlease take time to read our refunds policy: www.makercampus.co.uk/refunds-policy  \nSupport Creativity: Donate to our kiln fund and help us keep making amazing things happen: https://gofund.me/1d2f2158
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/screen-printing-exposing-screens-registration-repeats-2/
LOCATION:Trinity Works\,24 Trinity Street\,Colchester\,CO1 1JN\,GB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T140000
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SUMMARY:MOTOFEST!!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to rev up the fun at MotoFest 2025!! \nCalling all motorcycle enthusiasts and their families….Join us for an afternoon of excitement and family friendly fun at MotoFest. \nEntry is free\, there will be Food\, Drink and lots of things to do for the family. \nMore details will be announced closer to the time so keep your eyes open and get the date in the diary…
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/motofest/
LOCATION:Kings Arms\, Frating\, Essex\, Kings Arms\, Frating\, Essex
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T140000
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SUMMARY:Booster Cushion Theatre presents Alan in Wonderland & The Three Goats Plus...
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £7 / £6 Family Ticket £22 (admits 4 people\, at least one of whom must be a child).Doors open 11am\, show starts 11.30am. \nAlice is stuck in Wonderland at the Mad Hatter’s tea party and it’s up to her brother\, Alan\, to rescue her. Forgetting that all things in Wonderland are magical\, Alice eats a plate of cakes which turn her into a troll and now she eats everything and anything she can get her hands on! \nAlan knows he must find the Three Goats\, Wonderland’s troll experts and ask them for help. They will help Alan to save his sister\, if he can help them get back over the bridge! \nIdeal for 4 to 9 years old and their families. There is nothing frightening in this production\, so younger children can easily watch it.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/booster-cushion-theatre-presents-alan-in-wonderland-the-three-goats-plus/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:MOTOFEST (raising Funds for Essex and herts air ambulance)
DESCRIPTION:The Colchester bike group will be raising funds for charity. Lots going on stalls\, bouncy castles \, food and drink\, face painting. I’m sure it will be a great day with some great bikes on show.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/motofest-raising-funds-for-essex-and-herts-air-ambulance/
LOCATION:Main Road\, Colchester
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SUMMARY:Colchester ALB Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:The biggest & best family event of the year!A huge weekend festival\, with massive acts and fun for the whole family. All supporting the amazing work we do for Colchester and the community ❤️
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-alb-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Lower Castle Park Colchester\, Colchester\, CO1 1\, GB
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SUMMARY:Fenland Folklore @ East Anglian Folklore Centre
DESCRIPTION:Get your tickets here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/artemiswritersuk/1790541 \n£9 + £1 booking fee/ £7 + £1 booking fee for concessions \nIn this creative writing workshop\, we will explore the legends of the Fens\, drawing on a range of texts to inspire new creative visions. You will leave the workshop thoroughly immersed in the folklore of the area and brimming with ideas about how to develop setting and plot. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned novelist\, these hands-on exercises and stimulating source material will fire your imagination.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/fenland-folklore-east-anglian-folklore-centre/
LOCATION:The Minories\, The Minories
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SUMMARY:Harvey FEST Charity Ball 2025
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE. NEW POSTER. NEW VIBES!!!  \nHarvey’s Wish Harvey FEST Charity Ball 🍍🏖️ \nSAVE THE DATE NOW!  \nSATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2025  \nA fantastic night of Music\, Entertainment & Dancing with our fabulous DJ Mark Anderson& photographer Martin Webb as well as lots of amazing prizes up for grabs in our Raffle & Auction.  \n£60 per person – 3 course meal & FREE Welcome Glass of Prosecco 🥂 \nTable of 10 are available for larger groups  \n▪️Please message me through this page ▪️To be paid in full in order to secure place \nHarvey is 14 years old & has a diagnosis of…▪️Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy ▪️Full time wheelchair use▪️Vision Impairment▪️Global Developmental Delay▪️History of Epilepsy/Seizures ▪️Scoliosis – (3.5 years post Spinal Fusion) \nAll proceeds from the night will be going to towards Harvey’s ongoing private physiotherapy treatment at both Mini Wonders Children’s Physiotherapy & Physio Goals 4 Kids  \nUnfortunately this therapy isn’t available to Harvey on the NHS & is vital for him\, to be able to reach his full potential in his development & to help him live the best life he can whilst battling with Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy 💚 \n⭐Wheelchair access to & from the building \n⭐Hotel Accommodation available – booking separate!  \nWe have been a registered charity the last 9 years & fundraise through www.justgiving.com/harveyswish \nWe promise you an amazing night & really hope we can make this night a HUGE success ❤️ \nTICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/harvey-fest-charity-ball-2025/
LOCATION:The Essex Golf & Country Club\, The Essex Golf & Country Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T223000
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SUMMARY:80s and 90s Party Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the latest in our ever-popular series of party nights. This time around we are celebrating 2 amazing decades – the 80s and the 90s – so gather your wild boys\, and your spice girls and hit the Jobserve Community Stadium for an evening of fun\, nostalgia and the BEST music!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/80s-and-90s-party-night/
LOCATION:JobServe Community Stadium\, United Way\, CO4 5UP Colchester\, United Kingdom\, JobServe Community Stadium\, United Way\, CO4 5UP Colchester\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T193000
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SUMMARY:Keep Colchester Cool presents Colchester’s Sound 8: Rev Simpkins + Ecto Peach + Shed + BIG big SKY
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £7Doors open 7:30pm\, show starts 8:00pmThis gig is for a standing audience \nOur local showcase night in partnership with KEEP COLCHESTER COOL returns! This time featuring… \nRev SimpkinsEcto PeachShedBIG big SKY
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/keep-colchester-cool-presents-colchesters-sound-8-rev-simpkins-ecto-peach-shed-big-big-sky/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250913T200000
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SUMMARY:La Bouche Manouche Feat. Irene Serra present "Got A Little Rhythm!"
DESCRIPTION:La Bouche Manouche featuring Irene Serra present an evening of much-loved gypsy jazz tunes and foot-tapping swing numbers from the Great American songbook\, all in their inimitable Manouche style! \nFor this performance\, they will be showcasing music from their newly released second album\, “Got A Little Rhythm!” and playing a set of their most popular repertoire that has seen them amass over 5 million views on YouTube. From Django Reinhardt originals to Billie Holiday classics\, favourite swing tunes\, French chansons and tangos\, this show is an unmissable evening of gypsy jazz celebration. \nFeaturing critically-acclaimed Irene Serra on vocals\, La Bouche Manouche is a vintage jazz quintet influenced by the chic era of the Jazz Age. Their creative repertoire is rooted in the sound of the Parisian Hot Club\, featuring Django Reinhardt originals\, gypsy tunes and Edith Piaf classics as well as Charlestons\, Latin flavours and the Great American Songbook. \nWith Andy Ruiz-Palma on lead guitar\, Nathan Mansfield on violin/trumpet\, Amy Baldwin on double bass and Quentin Derudas on rhythm guitar\, La Bouche Manouche is made up of highly experienced\, in-demand performers who have played in many prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall\, the Barbican Centre\, the Southbank Centre\, the Royal Festival Hall and Ronnie Scotts. Catch this highly anticipated performance from one of the UK’s top gypsy jazz bands! \n“…sublime vocals…” – JAZZ FM \n“…Serra’s voice is graceful and sensual\, an occasional added vibrato giving it a hint of the chanteuse. The sound is beautiful…” – All About Jazz
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/la-bouche-manouche-feat-irene-serra-present-got-a-little-rhythm/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre Colchester\, Mercury Theatre Colchester
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