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SUMMARY:Tim Noble & Sue Webster: Love and Hate at Firstsite
DESCRIPTION:Noble & Webster have created a remarkable group of anti-monuments in their 24-year career\, mixing the strategies of modern sculpture and the attitude of punk to make art from anti-art. \nTheir work derives much of its power from its fusion of opposites\, form and anti-form\, high culture and anti-culture\, male and female\, craft and rubbish\, sex and violence. \nIn this presentation\, eight light sculptures by Noble & Webster illuminate areas of the Firstsite building with pops of glimmering colour. \nThis series of light sculptures reference iconic pop culture symbols represented in the form of shop-front-type signage and carnival shows inherent of British seaside towns\, Las Vegas and Times Square. With the aid of complex light sequencing these signs perpetually flash and spiral out messages of everlasting love\, and hate. \nPlease note\, that this exhibition contains works including flashing lights and contrasting colours across the building. For further information please speak to a member of staff. \n  \nAbout Tim Noble & Sue Webster \nIn 2009\, Noble & Webster were awarded Honorary Degrees of Doctor of Art at Nottingham Trent University in recognition of their contribution to contemporary British Art and their radical influence on younger generations of artists. In 2007\, they were awarded the ARKEN Prize at Arken\, Museum of Modern Art\, Copenhagen for outstanding contribution to the international scene of contemporary art\, in the same year their critically acclaimed project Polymorphous Perverse at the Freud Museum was nominated for the prestigious South Bank Prize. \nSince their first solo show in London\, British Rubbish in 1996\, Noble & Webster have enjoyed international recognition with solo exhibitions at Rockefeller Plaza\, New York\, 2008\, The Freud Museum\, London\, 2006\, CAC Malaga\, 2005\, Museum of Fine Arts\, Boston\, 2004\, P.S.1/MoMA\, New York\, 2003\, Milton Keynes Gallery\, UK\, 2002\, Deste Foundation\, Athens\, 2000 and The Chisenhale Gallery\, London\, 1999. Their work was included in Statuephilia—Contemporary Sculptors at The British Museum\, London in 2008–09 and in the exhibition Apocalypse—Beauty and Horror in Contemporary Art\, at The Royal Academy\, London\, 2000. \nTheir work is in the permanent collections of the AISTHI Foundation\, Beirut; Arken Museum of Modern Art\, Copenhagen; Art Gallery of South Australia\, Adelaide; Artis-François Pinault\, France; Berengo Studio\, Venice; The British Museum\, London; Dakis Joannou Collection\, Athens; Es Baluard Museum\, Palma\, Spain; The Goss-Michael Collection\, Dallas; Honart Museum\, Tehran\, Iran; Lyonel-Feininger Museum\, Quedlinburg\, Germay; Museum of Contemporary Art\, Denver; Museum of Contemporary Art\, Los Angeles; National Portrait Gallery\, London; Nicola Erni Collection\, Zug\, Switzerland; The Olbricht Collection\, Berlin; Project Space 176–The Zabludowicz Collection\, London; Saatchi Collection\, London; Samsung Museum\, Seoul\, Korea; Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum\, New York; Wemhöner Collection\, Germany. \n 
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/tim-noble-sue-webster-love-and-hate-at-firstsite-2/
LOCATION:Firstsite\, Lewis Gardens\, Colchester\, CO1 1JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T200000
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SUMMARY:Curry Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the last Thursday of every month at Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom for a night of incredible flavours and craft beer. September is all about the Chinese Chicken Curry – A staple of many people’s takeaways. This curry is light\, aromatic and full of Chinese flavour. Includes soy sauce\, peas\, onions. Milk in spice but full of flavour\, a blend of sweetness and savoury. Sides; spring roll\, prawns toast\, salt & pepper potato \nPair your meal with a pint of our signature Other Monkey Brewing beer\, freshly brewed right here on-site. All of this comes together for just £12.50 per person! \nWhether you’re a curry connoisseur or just love great food and beer\, this is an event you won’t want to miss. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Last Thursday of Every Month\nTime: 5pm – 9pm\nLocation: Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom\nPrice: £12.50 per person \nBook Your Table: Spaces are limited and fill up quickly\, so be sure to reserve your spot in advance. Vegan options are available
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/curry-night-7/
LOCATION:Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom\, 5-6 St Nicholas St\, Colchester\, CO1 1LB\, GB
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T100000
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SUMMARY:Santa Fun Run 2025
DESCRIPTION:Our iconic annual Santa Fun Run returns to Colchester Castle Park!The Santa Fun Run\, now in its 16th consecutive year\, is the ideal way to kick off your festive season and get fit at the same time\, with friends\, family and colleagues! \nYou can run\, jog or walk the 2.5km or 5km routes around Colchester’s picture perfect Castle Park. Most of all you’ll be having fun while doing something amazing for your local hospital. \nWe would love for your fundraising to support Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity Fund which supports patients and staff when they need us most. Alternatively you can choose to fundraise for one of our current appeals: Butterfly Appeal\, Cancer Wellbeing\, Radiotherapy Fund\, Staff Wellbeing or for the ward or department within our services closest to your heart. Just let us know your preference when you sign up.  \nTo say thank you\, we’ve wrapped up a gift especially for you\, an early bird discount. (Expires Friday 17 October 2025). \nEveryone also gets a free Santa suit which we will give you on the day. Under 5’s will get a Santa hat.  \nCome and experience the joy as you cross the finish line and receive a limited edition medal\, followed by a tasty snack! \nDate: Sunday 30 November 2025 \nTime: 10am \nLocation: Colchester Castle Park\, High Street\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO1 1UG \nDistance: 2.5km and 5km routes available \nAge: All ages welcome\, under 5s go free! Under 16’s must be accompanied by a participating adult. \nEarly Bird Offer: See prices when booking \nAdult: £12.50 \nChild: £7.50 \nTeam (10 people): £100 (If you need more than 10 please purchase additional member tickets) \nAdditional Team Member: £10 \nEntry Fee Includes: Free Santa suit (Hat for under 5’s)\, finish line snack and medal on completion \nFundraising Target for Adults: £50 \nFundraising Target for children: As much as they can! \nYour fundraising makes a vital difference to health and healing. \n£52.62 Could provide a bereaved family with a grief journal and a memory box to help create and keep precious and lasting memories of their baby and support their healing journey. \n£89.31 Could provide a calming space and a listening ear to people faced with a life-limiting illness and keep our butterfly centre open for half a day.  \n£131.28 Could support the mental health of children and adults diagnosed with and living with cancer by funding a week of restorative swimming sessions. \nBy registering you are agreeing to our terms conditions.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/santa-fun-run-2025/
LOCATION:Colchester Castle Park\, Colchester Castle Park
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SUMMARY:Colchester United Christmas Fair
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the festive season with us at our Christmas Fair- bringing together holiday traditions and festive fun. Perfect for all ages! \nThe fair will be open from 10am and will close at 4pm. It is being held indoors\, so you can shop comfortably regardless of the weather. \nExplore an array of stalls showcasing beautifully handcrafted gifts\, elegant holiday decorations and delicious seasonal treats. Whether you’re looking for a unique gift or want to soak in the festive atmosphere\, our fair offers a delightful experience for all.  \nParking is free when attending – just make sure to enter your car registration in the tablets at reception. \nTickets are available on https://boxoffice.colchesterunited.net/Tickets/ or you can pay on the door. \nIf you are interested in exhibiting please email events@colchesterunited.net.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-united-christmas-fair/
LOCATION:JobServe Community Stadium\, United Way\, CO4 5UP Colchester\, United Kingdom\, JobServe Community Stadium\, United Way\, CO4 5UP Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Markets & Fairs
ORGANIZER;CN="Events at Colchester United FC":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T180000
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SUMMARY:Christmas in the Cage 5
DESCRIPTION:15ft High STEEL CAGE
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/christmas-in-the-cage-5/
LOCATION:Colchester Charter Hall\, Colchester Charter Hall
ORGANIZER;CN="SOS Wrestling":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T153000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Sessions 🎶🎹🎤🎸🎶
DESCRIPTION:Come along to an afternoon of live music from Blurred Vision a local 3 Piece Covers Band. \nPlaying a great selection of hits from David Bowie to Coldplay \nAn afternoon of fantastic live music🎶🎤🎸🎹🎶
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sunday-sessions-%f0%9f%8e%b6%f0%9f%8e%b9%f0%9f%8e%a4%f0%9f%8e%b8%f0%9f%8e%b6/
LOCATION:The Horse & Groom\, Wivenhoe\, The Horse & Groom\, Wivenhoe
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Candlelit Yin - Cosy Winter Warmer
DESCRIPTION:Step into warmth and exhale. This cosy yin session is your invitation to relax and soften\, a gentle somatic practice designed for deep rest\, you time\, and a feeling of being held when the weather turns cold. Across two unrushed hours you’ll drop out of the busyness of life and into your body\, resting in supported shapes while your breath\, your heartbeat and the tender hush of the room do the work. \nExpect a darkened space lit by candlelight\, soft music that soothes rather than distracts\, and plenty of props to support every part of you. Settle with an eye pillow if you’d like\, cocooned in blankets\, allowing muscles to release\, fascia to hydrate and the nervous system to melt towards calm. Postures are floor-based\, low effort and held with care\, inviting you to feel\, to notice\, and to soften without strain. \nThis is a special time you deliberately mark for yourself\, a pause that brings you back to centre\, away from screens\, noise and obligation\, so you can reconnect with your inner steadiness. Think of it as a winter sanctuary: cosy\, quiet\, and deeply replenishing. \nWho it’s for: all levels and all bodies\, especially anyone craving warmth\, slow rhythms\, somatic awareness and deep rest. \nSunday 30th November 16.00 – 18.00£20.00 per person 🕯️  \nhttps://dharmabelle.co.uk/event/candlelit-yin-cosy-winter-warmer/ \nPractical notes: the session lasts two hours\, everything is guided and unhurried\, and all props are provided. Just wear comfortable layers\, bring water\, and arrive a few minutes early to settle. When you’re ready to gift yourself this space\, book your mat and come in from the cold.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/candlelit-yin-cosy-winter-warmer/
LOCATION:The Tree Room\, Trinity Street\, Colchester\, The Tree Room\, Trinity Street\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:Wellbeing
ORGANIZER;CN="Dharmabelle":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T190000
DTSTAMP:20251130T071054Z
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SUMMARY:🎤 Scarlett Rose live! 🍽️
DESCRIPTION:🎤 Scarlett Rose live!🍽️ Sunday Roast & live music📅 Sunday 30th Nov | The Kings Arms\, FratingBook your table & soak up the vibes!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/%f0%9f%8e%a4-scarlett-rose-live-%f0%9f%8d%bd%ef%b8%8f/
LOCATION:Main Road\, Colchester
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T220000
DTSTAMP:20260901T200323Z
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SUMMARY:Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish It Out But Can't Take It
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £21.50.Doors open 7pm\, show starts 7.30pm.This show is for a seated audience.  \nHal Cruttenden: Can Dish It Out But Can’t Take It Hal is back with a brand-new tour for 2025 with a show that promises to stick it to ‘The Man’\, as long as ‘The Man’ doesn’t stick it back to him.  \nWith his trademark hard-hitting ‘take no prisoners’ comedy (this is what Hal told me to write!!!) he will be hilariously pontificating on subjects like middle aged dating\, social media\, the insanity of modern politics and the fact that his daughters love him but don’t respect him. He believes that\, after you’ve seen the show\, you’ll feel exactly the same way.  \nHis last tour was extended four times and he’s one of a select number of comics to have done Live At The Apollo three times and the Royal Variety twice\, TV also includes Have I Got News For You\, The Apprentice You’re Fired\, Bake Off Extra Slice and Would I Lie To You. \n‘Reminded me of how much I love stand up’ ★★★★ The Times‘Go and see Hal Cruttenden\, he’s got something to say and he’ll make you laugh; a lot.’ ★★★★★ Daily Mirror‘Naturally funny…challenging and provocative’ ★★★★ Daily Telegraph
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/hal-cruttenden-can-dish-it-out-but-cant-take-it/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Church Street\, Colchester\, CO1 1NF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T193000
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SUMMARY:Chris Ingham's Steely Jazz. SOLD OUT. Returns only.
DESCRIPTION:The songs of Walter Becker and Donald Fagen\, aka Steely Dan\, stood alone in 1970s rock; cryptic\, pungent lyrics and sophisticated\, detailed music deeply influenced by\, in Becker and Fagen’s own words\, “the best jazz players of the ’50s and ’60s”. \nChris Ingham’s Steely Jazz re-examines the comprehensive Dan canon\, illuminating the singular melodies\, rich harmonies and exploring the small jazz group possibilities of an incomparably opulent songbook. \nFeaturing well-known compositions like Rikki Don’t Lose That Number and Josie\, alongside classic tracks and deep cuts from the masterpiece albums such as Aja\, Gaucho\, Countdown to Ecstacy\, and Katy Lied\, Steely Jazz is a fresh and exciting celebration of two giants of 20th Century popular music. \n​In Harry Greene\, Paul Higgs\, Geoff Gascoyne\, and George Double\, Chris has assembled a stellar group of musicians to perform Becker and Fagen’s songs. \nA must for all Dan fans! \nChris Ingham (Piano/Guitar/Vocals)\, Paul Higgs (Trumpet/Piano)\, Harry Greene (Tenor Sax/Guitar)\, Geoff Gascoyne (Double Bass)\, George Double (Drums/Vocals)
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/steely-jazz-the-songs-of-becker-and-fagen-wiv-congregational-church-tickets-from-30-09/
LOCATION:Wivenhoe Congregational Church\, 101 High Street\, Colchester\, CO7 9AB\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="The Music Mix Wivenhoe":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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