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SUMMARY:BENCHspace jewellery Winter Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Oh yes it’s that time again!Our wonderful winter exhibition is on from 18th-23rd November 9.30am – 4.30pm with a late night on Thursday 20th til 7pm! \nWhere: The Sentinel Gallery\, Wivenhoe\, CO7 9DXWhat: Come and see what our students learn on our jewellery courses\, browse the work of 14 talented jewellers and buy a unique one-off handmade piece crafted with love (and usually lots of swearing 😂)See you there for an exquisite unique jewellery pop up ! \nNo tickets or booking needed
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/benchspace-jewellery-winter-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Sentinel Gallery\, The Sentinel Gallery
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SUMMARY:DJPressplay’s - Back To The 80s
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to rewind time and hit the dance floor as DJ PressPlay takes you on a sonic journey back to the electrifying 1980s!  \nJoin us for a night packed with neon lights\, retro vibes\, and all the synth-driven anthems that defined a generation. From Madonna to Michael\, Prince to The Police\, DJ PressPlay will be spinning the ultimate mix of pop\, funk\, new wave\, and rock classics that will keep you moving all night long.  \nGet ready to press play on pure 80s nostalgia \n7-2am \nGlow sticks and themed cocktails available. \nFree entry all night long
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/djpressplays-back-to-the-80s/
LOCATION:63 High street\, Colchester\, 63 High street\, Colchester
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SUMMARY:MYOPIA
DESCRIPTION:Myopia return to the stage with support from our very good friends Shed and Charcoal.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/myopia/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Three Wise Monkeys Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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SUMMARY:East Anglian Wine and Cheese Pairing (Colchester)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deliciously local journey through East Anglia’s finest flavours. This tasting experience brings together six carefully selected wines from across the region\, each paired with an artisanal East Anglian cheese chosen to complement and enhance its character. \nFrom elegant sparkling wine\, to beautiful smooth reds\, you’ll discover the diversity and quality of our local vineyards. Alongside\, you’ll enjoy a handpicked selection of regional cheeses – from creamy soft varieties to a mellow\, buttery blue – each thoughtfully matched to highlight the best of both glass and plate.  \nWhether you’re a wine and cheese enthusiast or simply curious to taste something new\, this will be a relaxed\, indulgent evening celebrating the very best of East Anglia’s produce. \nTickets £55pp.  \nTicket includes: 6 wines\, 6 cheeses\, crackers\, and a tasting notes booklet.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/east-anglian-wine-and-cheese-pairing-colchester/
LOCATION:No 10 Museum St\, No 10 Museum St
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SUMMARY:Craig Gould & The Nobel Thieves / Motel Sundown
DESCRIPTION:Craig Gould & The Noble Thieves \nCraig Gould’s music combines honest\, emotional storytelling with the timeless sounds of americana\, folk\, country and blues. His debut album\, Songs from the Campfire\, earned critical acclaim\, drawing comparisons to icons like Cat Stevens\, Leonard Cohen\, and Fleetwood Mac.Released to widespread praise\, the record charted in the Top 20 of the UK’s Official Americana\, Folk\, and Indie Breakers charts. Named one of 2023’s Best Albums by At The Barrier\, Music News Monthly\, and BluesBlues\, it chronicles Gould’s journey through mental illness\, with all proceeds donated to the mental health charity CALM. \n“Beautiful music & masterful musicianship” – Americana UK \nWith five UK headline tours\, standout appearances at The Long Road\, YNot\, Camper Calling\, and Rock n Ribs Festivals\, alongside BBC Radio support\, Craig’s live sound showcases an ability to connect with audiences through heartfelt songs. His evolving sound\, shaped alongside his band The Noble Thieves\, blends the soul of americana with the grit of blues\, the spirit of country\, and the storytelling of folk. \nIntimate & mellifluous country sounds” – RnR Magazine \nCraig’s momentum continues to grow with the release of an ambitious live EP in 2025\, available in both audio and visual formats. His highly anticipated second studio album\, Songs of Love and War\, is due in late 2026. \nEndorsed by Tanglewood Guitars\, supported by the AMA-UK as a showcase artist\, featured on the Folk on Foot Folk Albums Chart Show\, and award-nominated by the BCMA\, Gould’s blossoming reputation as both writer and performer shows no signs of slowing down. \n“Make a note of the name” – Folking.com \nMotel Sundown \nWith a sound reminiscent of soft-rock bands of the 60s & 70s\, Motel Sundown draw listeners with their blend of heartfelt lyrics over luscious three part harmonies.  \nThe three friends began writing together in 2018 after discovering mutual influences\, releasing their debut album If You Were Listening in 2022 following a trio of singles. Labelled “a band to watch in 2024 and beyond” (Fatea) the Liverpool based band have since supported The Hanging Stars\, Ashley Campbell\, The Chapin Sisters and more recently\, US Grammy nominated artist Courtney Marie Andrews\, with two UK tours under their belt.  \n2024 proved their busiest year yet following the release of their debut EP El Dorado in June\, (“vividly nostalgic songs that envelop and intrigue you” – Boot Music) and sold out shows at the Music Room\, Liverpool and Green Note\, Camden. Gaining momentum\, the trio made their second appearance at Black Deer Festival in the Summer\, before sharing a line-up with The Jacksons at Liverpool Pier Head\, closing the year with a 9-date UK and Ireland tour selling out venues in Wales\, Ireland and Liverpool.  \nTheir 2025 itinerary sees them continue with their highly anticipated self-releases\, following the success of their fingerpicked ballad Rosie which has received comparisons to the likes of Nick Drake and Fleetwood Mac\, surpassing 20k streams on Spotify. Catch their harmonies live at Festivals this Summer and at their headline show at ARC\, Liverpool in July. \n“After all their time playing in Liverpool\, it’s no surprise their sound is already honed and song craft accomplished.” \nAMERICANA UK \n“The perfect soundtrack to a road trip at sunset\, leaving your troubles behind and your hopes out in front.” \nURBANISTA \n“This is sophisticated Americana that should see them going places.” \nFATEA
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/craig-gould-the-nobel-thieves-motel-sundown/
LOCATION:Colne Delta\, Community Centre\, Lower Park Road\, CO7 0LG Brightlingsea\, United Kingdom\, Colne Delta\, Community Centre\, Lower Park Road\, CO7 0LG Brightlingsea\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:I'm Every Whitney
DESCRIPTION:I’m Every Whitney LIVE \nKieshia brings an incredible tribute to the late\, great Whitney Houston with her fantastic ‘Million Dollar Band’. \nHer show is shared up and down the country and brings Whitney’s greatest hits from ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’ and ‘So Emotional’ to ‘Greatest Love of All’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’. \nKieshia’s shows encourage the audience to sing\, dance and enjoy the best of Whitney\, described as “a stunning impersonator of the legendary Whitney Houston…” \nJoin I’m Every Whitney LIVE for an evening of fun\, laughter and nostalgia as they take you on an unmissable ride to remember the Queen of the Divas
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/im-every-whitney/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
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SUMMARY:Forever Clapton
DESCRIPTION:This is your chance to get a SNEEK PEEK of this brand new production for 2026\, starting its theatre tour in 2026 an outstanding tribute to one of the most iconic Blues and Rock guitarists of all time!  \nForever Clapton is a fully LIVE 6 piece showband that along with audio-visual displays tells the story of the incredible guitarist Eric Clapton.Taking you through Clapton’s career from 1965 to present day\, from the Blues Breakers\, to Cream\, Derek and the Dominos\, and of course those unplugged performances. \nThis faultless show is performed by Benny “guitar” Smith\, who along with his hand picked band perform all the greats such as – I shot the Sheriff\,Lay down Sally\, Cocaine\, Crossroads\, Holy mother\, Layla and so many more iconic songs in this near 2 hour show. \nThis is a seated show.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/forever-clapton/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
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SUMMARY:Motel Sundown / Craig Gould & the Nobel Thieves @ Colne Delta Blues & Americana Club\, Brightlingsea
DESCRIPTION:We fancied a road trip 🚗 we’ll see you in November\, Brightlingsea!  \nWe’ll be heading out as a four piece with some new tunes in the bag & we can’t wait to see you there.  \nTickets:https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/94903
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/motel-sundown-craig-gould-the-nobel-thieves-colne-delta-blues-americana-club-brightlingsea/
LOCATION:Colne Delta Blues and Americana\, Colne Delta Blues and Americana
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