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SUMMARY:Belgian Beer Taster Evening
DESCRIPTION:Taster Nights at Three Wise Monkeys – explore cuisine with four taster courses of food\, each paired with drinks to experience flavour and contrast. \nJoin us on Tuesday 6th May for our Belgian Beer Taster Evening\, where we’ll be serving a selection of Belgian beers\, paired with expertly crafted food dishes to complement each brew. \nOur tasting evening will take you on a journey through some of the finest Belgian ales\, all in a relaxed and welcoming setting. This event is the perfect opportunity to discover new flavours and enjoy a thoughtfully curated food pairing experience. \nStarts at 7pm on our restaurant floor.Tickets online cost £35. Availability is limited\, so pre-booking is essential.Over 18s only. \nGuests with specific dietary requirements or allergies should contact the team via info@twmcolchester.com prior to purchasing tickets. \nAccess Information: Please note there is no lift to the restaurant floor at Three Wise Monkeys. Access requires navigating two short flights of stairs.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/belgian-beer-taster-evening/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250506T193000
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SUMMARY:Keeley Forsyth: Voice & Piano Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £18.Doors open 7.30pm\, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience. \nKeeley Forsyth:Voice and Piano Tour \nAcclaimed singer Keeley Forsyth returns for a rare and stripped back performance\, accompanied by Matthew Bourne on piano. \nIn recent years\, Keeley has worked with many esteemed collaborators\, including Ben Frost\, Colin Stetson\, Teho Teardo\, Louis Carnell\, Gazelle Twin\, Evelyn Glennie\, Yann Tiersen and Hiro Ama. \nWith 3 critically acclaimed albums now behind her\, Forsyth has become a leading and sought after performer\, known for the raw emotionality of her singular vocal ability and striking physical performance. She has left an indelible mark on stages around the world\, including Dark Mofo\, Le Guess Who?\, LEV\, CTM\, Unsound\, Pitchfork\, Rewire and Donaufestival\, and tonight returns to an unplugged voice and piano performance. \nThis new tour is an opportunity to experience Keeley Forsyth in an intimate setting alongside collaborator Matthew Bourne\, as they perform their new collection\, among other works. \nNew EP announcement coming soon. \n“What a bloody phenomenal album\, in a space all of its own” – The Quietus \n“Forsyth paints her world’s rugged beauty in tones that could stop listeners dead” – 4/5 Mojo \n“Nobody else is making music\, so spectral\, elegant and bruised quite like this” – 9/10\, Loud & Quiet \n“The new Scott Walker” – The Guardian
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/keeley-forsyth-voice-piano-tour/
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:20250507T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T140000
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SUMMARY:Roman Colchester Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Follow in the footsteps of the Emperor Claudius and Queen Boudica to uncover Colchester’s fascinating Roman history! The tour will include a visit inside the Roman theatre and will end at the Roman Circus Centre. \nPrice – £9pp FREE for under 16s \nBook via any of the following:Call the Visitor Information Centre on 01206 282920 Email vic@colchester.gov.ukOnline at https://www.colchester.gov.uk/colchester-vic-booking/
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/roman-colchester-walking-tour-2/
LOCATION:Hollytrees Museum\, High Street \, CO1 2 Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Hollytrees Museum\, High Street \, CO1 2 Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Visit Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T071021Z
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SUMMARY:Weave a willow plant support
DESCRIPTION:Learn to weave a willow plant support at The Romano Lounge. \nAll materials are provided and no experience necessary. \nWorkshop includes a hot drink and cake (£35pp) \nBook via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or eventbrite (fees apply): \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1281019877939?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/weave-a-willow-plant-support/
LOCATION:Romano Lounge\, Romano Lounge
ORGANIZER;CN="The Creative Workshop Company":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T200000
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SUMMARY:JANE'S WALK 11: The Forgotten Churches and Graveyards of Colchester
DESCRIPTION:From the pre-Christian era to the Victorian\, from Greek Orthodox to Quakers\, from Muslim to Masonic\, we have always had churches. Colchester’s former churches have become a museum\, an arts centre\, a masonic hall\, a theatre\, or have been demolished entirely leaving only a few gravestones. This walk will discover many forgotten gems as well as highlight the different attitudes to preserving our past. With Robert Johnstone. \nMeet: 6pm\, Colchester War Memorial\, High St (2m\, 2hrs) \nACCESSIBILITY: A city centre walk that is hard-surfaced and low gradient all the way.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/janes-walk-11-the-forgotten-churches-and-graveyards-of-colchester/
LOCATION:Colchester War Memorial\, Colchester War Memorial
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane's Walk Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T213000
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CREATED:20250501T071023Z
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SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons @ Dice & A Slice
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to try D&D or are looking for a game to join?  \nCome along to our regular D&D sessions!  \n£5 to play \nSign Up at the following link… \nhhttps://form.jotform.com/250884624156058 \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/669380822343768/?event_time_id=669380825677101
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/dungeons-dragons-dice-a-slice-3/
LOCATION:Dice & A Slice\, 37 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PQ\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Dice &amp%3B a Slice":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T214500
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SUMMARY:Victoria Inn Film\, TV & Music Quiz 30
DESCRIPTION:Test your knowledge of all things film\, TV and music\, and help raise money for an incredible cause! \n– £3 a head (cash only)– Maximum 4 to a team– Outside food & dogs welcome – Book on 01206 514510 \nPlease arrive at least twenty minutes before the quiz is due to start to place drink orders. \nIf you book and then decide not to attend\, please cancel your booking.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/victoria-inn-film-tv-music-quiz-30/
LOCATION:Victoria Inn Colchester\, 10 North Station Rd\, Colchester\, CO1 1RB\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Film%2C TV & Music Quiz":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T210000
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SUMMARY:JANE'S WALK 12: Nightingales of Middlewick Ranges
DESCRIPTION:Join an evening walk and listen to the nightingales of Middlewick Ranges. One of the premier sites in the country due to the ideal habitats of scrub and woodland. We should be serenaded during our short walk by several singing nightingales. With Dougal Urquhart\, Chair of CNHS. \nMeet: 7pm\, Speedwell Road footpath entrance to Middlewick\, Old Heath\, CO2 8DP (<1m\, 2hrs).  \nACCESSIBILITY: Mostly flat grassland paths except for a short steep sandy path to the top of the butts for a late evening panoramic view of the Ranges.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/janes-walk-12-nightingales-of-middlewick-ranges/
LOCATION:CO2 8DP Colchester\, CO2 8DP Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane's Walk Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
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SUMMARY:Comedy in Colchester - Colchester Comedian of the Year 2025 HEAT TWO
DESCRIPTION:Topper Promotions present; \nCOMEDY IN COLCHESTERCOLCHESTER COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR 2025. \nSPONSORED BY OTHER MONKEY BREWING & COLCHESTER TROPHIES \n6 of the best comedians will give you their best jokes and play silly games to make you laugh\, cry and laugh again! \nHosted by the amazing Louie Green it will a great night where YOU the audience will get to vote on the winner! \nEarly Bird tickets are BUY ON GET ONE FREE!  \n£10 EARLY BIRD£13 ON THE DOOR \nhttps://www.jokepit.com/e/28014
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/comedy-in-colchester-colchester-comedian-of-the-year-2025-heat-two/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="Topper Promotions - UK":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T220000
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SUMMARY:Nightingales of Middlewick Ranges: A Jane's Walk Event
DESCRIPTION:Join an evening walk and listen to the Nightingales of Middlewick Ranges\, one of the premier sites in the country due to the ideal habitats of scrub and woodland. \nWe should be serenaded during our short walk by several singing Nightingales. \nDougal Urquhart\, chair of Colchester Natural History Society\, will be leading the walk. \nThe walk is free to attend.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/nightingales-of-middlewick-ranges-a-janes-walk-event/
LOCATION:Middlewick Ranges\, Speedwell Road footpath entrance\, Old Heath\, CO2 8DP\, Middlewick Ranges\, Speedwell Road footpath entrance\, Old Heath\, CO2 8DP
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Middlewick":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250212T071032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T071005Z
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SUMMARY:The Da Vinci Code
DESCRIPTION:Adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan AbelBased on the novel by Dan Brown \nDan Brown’s bestselling thriller novel comes alive in a way you’ve never seen before\, in this electrifying stage adaptation written by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel. \nProfessor Robert Langdon and fellow cryptologist Sophie Neveu embark on a pulse-pounding quest across Europe. When a brutal murder in the Louvre Museum uncovers hidden clues within Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpieces\, the duo must unravel a web of intrigue that could alter the course of history… \nUncover the twists and turns of ancient secrets\, relentless rivals and coded messages in a quest to protect a secret that could change the world forever. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1529103801131664/?event_time_id=1529103821131662
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-da-vinci-code/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre Colchester\, Mercury Theatre Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="Mercury Theatre Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T223000
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UID:123441-1746646200-1746657000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:AGM and French Themed Quiz Night
DESCRIPTION:(Brief) AGM followed by our ever popular French themed Quiz Night. \nPrepare for a challenge on your knowledge of all things French.Laughter and surprises guaranteed!! \nRefreshments included. Visitors welcome for a small fee of £5.00.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/agm-and-french-themed-quiz-night/
LOCATION:Christ Church Hall\, Ireton Road\, CO33AT Colchester\, United Kingdom\, Christ Church Hall\, Ireton Road\, CO33AT Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Anglo-French Circle":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T223000
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UID:123442-1746646200-1746657000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wonderful Wednesdays - Deborah Light: An Autopsy of a Mother\, a Bear and a Fridge
DESCRIPTION:Pay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm\, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audience \nAn Autopsy of a Mother\, a Bear and a FridgeBy Mover\, Maker and Mother – Deborah Light. \n‘Rage hides a wound’ Sharon Blackie \nYou are warmly invited to witness the examination of three seemingly unconnected objects. \nAs Deborah uncovers connective tissue\, between mother\, bear and fridge\, she reveals her own vulnerability\, anger\, humour and strength. With cold clinical brutality\, warm openness and hot feminist rage she exposes both personal experiences and patriarchal systems that place pressure on the female body. \nA powerful and intimate dance/theatre experience. \nFunded by Arts Council WalesSupported by Chapter\, NDCWales\, YMa and Taking Flight
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/wonderful-wednesdays-deborah-light-an-autopsy-of-a-mother-a-bear-and-a-fridge/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250507T230000
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SUMMARY:An Autopsy of a Mother\, a Bear and a Fridge
DESCRIPTION:An Autopsy of a Mother\, a Bear and a FridgeBy Mover\, Maker and Mother – Deborah Light. \n‘Rage hides a wound’ Sharon Blackie \nYou are warmly invited to witness the examination of three seemingly unconnected objects. \nAs Deborah uncovers connective tissue\, between mother\, bear and fridge\, she reveals her own vulnerability\, anger\, humour and strength. With cold clinical brutality\, warm openness and hot feminist rage she exposes both personal experiences and patriarchal systems that place pressure on the female body. \nA powerful and intimate dance/theatre experience. \nPay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm\, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audiencePost-show Q&A \nFunded by Arts Council WalesSupported by Chapter\, NDCWales\, YMa\, SPAN Arts and Taking Flight
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/an-autopsy-of-a-mother-a-bear-and-a-fridge/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T190000
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CREATED:20250423T071023Z
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SUMMARY:JANE'S WALK 13: Alleys and Folleys - Hidden Colchester (2)
DESCRIPTION:More off-road surprises: from Camp Folley to Old Heath Rec; Parsons Walk and Grant Meadows to Distillery Lane; Bourne Valley to the cemetery\, and The Folley to Plum Hall. With Des Bowden and Phil Hitchins.  \nMeet: 4pm\, Napier Road North carpark (what3words.com ///vent.acting.scrap)\, End: Odd One Out PH (3.4m\, 3hrs).  \nACCESSIBILITY: Step-free and mostly hard-surfaced\, though potentially muddy paths at Parsons Lane and in sections of Bourne Woods. Boardwalk through Bourne Woods. Be in touch to discuss further if necessary.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/janes-walk-13-alleys-and-folleys-hidden-colchester-2/
LOCATION:Napier Road\, Colchester\, CO2 7\, United Kingdom\, Napier Road\, Colchester\, CO2 7\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane's Walk Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T193000
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SUMMARY:JANE'S WALK 14: Dead Centre of Colchester! A Who’s Who of Colchester Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:A walk around Colchester Cemetery\, learn its history and visit some headstones to remember the Colcestrians who walked our streets before us and now rest in our beautiful Victorian burial ground. Interesting stories of lives gone by. With Sharon Mooney. \nMeet: 5:30pm\, at the lower Cemetery entrance\, opp. Bourne Rd\, inside the gates on the left-hand side (0.5m\, 2 hrs). \nACCESSIBILITY: Step-free and hard-surfaced. Some medium-steep gradients at first.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/janes-walk-14-dead-centre-of-colchester-a-whos-who-of-colchester-cemetery/
LOCATION:Colchester Crematorium\, Colchester Crematorium
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane's Walk Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T190400
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UID:123445-1746726300-1746731040@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cinema | Tall Tales (TBC)
DESCRIPTION:Showing at Firstsite Cinema – Tall Tales (TBC)! \nFabled English record producer Mark Pritchard\, luminary songwriter Thom Yorke and ground-breaking visual artist Jonathan Zawada present Tall Tales – a debut collaborative visual and audio cinema experience a decade in the making. \nTall Tales is a fairy tale for the modern world; depicting rising tides\, kings & queens\, amazon logistics and robotic arms under iridescent skies. \nPresented by Warp Records\, this special theatrical event screening will be showing before the release of Thom Yorke’s newest album in limited cinemas.  \nBook now on our website https://firstsite.uk/event/tall-tales/ or call us on 01206 713 700.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/cinema-tall-tales-tbc/
LOCATION:Lewis Gardens\, CO1 1JH Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Firstsite Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250409T071031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T070957Z
UID:123446-1746729000-1746739800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Linocut
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the exquisite craft of Linocut\, a traditional printmaking technique and a variant of woodcut. \nSuitable for beginners or those wanting to refresh their memory.During this 3 hour session you will be inspired\, cut your own design into the linoleum surface and then print onto paper or fabric using our proofing press with support from Makerspace Associate Artist Heidi Sharp. \nSpecial Offer: Book all three of our monthly lino sessions in February\, March and April and save 15%. Simply enter the code ILOVELINO at the checkout. \nAbout the Associate Artist leading the session: Heidi studied Fine Art\, and is inspired by the Pop Art movement and enjoys exploring the themes of social media and consumerism when working more conceptually. Printmaking allows her to tap into these themes given its trait of being able to print such large quantities at a fast pace\, reflecting the mass produced element of both areas. \nPlease read our cancellation/refunds policy: www.makercampus.co.uk/refunds-policy \nJoin Our Creative Community: Enjoy up to 50% off classes and 24/7 access to our space and equipment. Memberships start at just £15 per month. Learn more: www.makercampus.co.uk/membership \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 \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/an-introduction-to-linocut-2/
LOCATION:Trinity Works\,24 Trinity Street\,Colchester\,CO1 1JN\,GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Eventbrite":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
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SUMMARY:Words from Art Poetry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are new to writing poetry or a seasoned poet looking for something to enhance and energise your writing\, this workshop will give you an experience in writing from art.  \nWe will look at and discuss example poems by a variety of poets to identify various approaches and help stimulate your creativity. \nBasic materials provided. No experience necessary\, just enthusiasm! For ages 18+. \nFor more info & tickets: https://firstsite.uk/event/words-from-art-poetry-workshop/ or call us on 01206 713 700.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/words-from-art-poetry-workshop/
LOCATION:Lewis Gardens\, CO1 1JH Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Firstsite Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T210000
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CREATED:20250321T071039Z
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SUMMARY:Life Drawing with Justine Moss – All levels - Evening Session - Ink and wax resist
DESCRIPTION:Gain confidence in drawing the figure\, with these tutored sessions on some basic principles of life drawing.  \nAs evening falls we will use ink washes over wax resist to create atmospheric drawings of the model in the studio. \nCome along to each session to experiment with a different themeSuitable for all abilities. Basic materials provided. For ages 18+. \nFor more info & tickets: https://firstsite.uk/event/life-drawing-with-justine-moss/
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/life-drawing-with-justine-moss-all-levels-evening-session-ink-and-wax-resist/
LOCATION:Lewis Gardens\, CO1 1JH Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Firstsite Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250409T071031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T070958Z
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SUMMARY:JANE'S WALK FILM/Documentary: Architecton (2024)\, Dir.  Victor Kossakovsky.
DESCRIPTION:‘An epic\, intimate\, and poetic meditation on architecture and how the design and construction of buildings from the ancient past reveal our destruction — and offer hope for survival and a way forward. Through Kossakovsky’s lens\, the grandeur and folly of humanity and its precarious relationship with nature posits two urgent questions: how do we build\, and how can we build better\, before it’s too late?’ (BFI). \nVenue/Time: Colchester Arts Centre\, 7-9.30pm (doors 6.30pm). Tickets on door (Pay as You Feel).
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/janes-walk-film-documentary-architecton-2024-dir-victor-kossakovsky/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane's Walk Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250321T071039Z
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SUMMARY:Metal 2 The Masses - Semi Final 1
DESCRIPTION:Semi final 1 of this year’s Metal 2 The Masses Essex – Winner plays Bloodstock. \nThis semi final features Dismanibus\, Red Matter\, Seventh Fear and BlackWater Kings. \nKensei will headline the night too\, with tunes throughout the night provided by DJ Pressplay. Doesn’t get much better than that! \nDoors at 7pm. Tickets are £4
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/metal-2-the-masses-semi-final-1/
LOCATION:Coda Colchester\, Coda Colchester
ORGANIZER;CN="Dismanibus":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T120000
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UID:123448-1746784800-1746792000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dinosaur Adventure ROOOAAARRR!
DESCRIPTION:Come and have a ROOOAARRSOME time with everyone at Go Bananas. \nWith fabulous entertainment from The Only Way Is Entertainment Agency join us for some soft play fun with dancing and games. \nGo on a dino dig\, hunt for some fossils and identify the different dinosaurs. \nChildren’s ticket includes a themed snack box\, allergies can be catered for.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/dinosaur-adventure-roooaaarrr/
LOCATION:9-10 Mason Road\, Cowdray Centre\, CO11BX Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 9-10 Mason Road\, Cowdray Centre\, CO11BX Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Go Bananas":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250409T071032Z
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SUMMARY:JANE'S WALK 15: Together We Walk\, Together We Grow!
DESCRIPTION:A circular ‘growers’ walk from East Bay allotments (with Level Best) via High Woods Country Park up to the Together We Grow community garden\, a 2-acre site with orchards\, veg beds & poly tunnels (+tea/coffee & cake!)\, then returning to town via Mercers Farm allotments. With Clare Smee.  \nMeet: 10am\, East Bay allotments (what3words.com ///jolly.tags.dinner) (3m\, 3.5 hrs).  \nACCESSIBILITY: step-free\, and hard-surfaced paths except for within the allotment sites themselves\, where the terrain is grassy/earthen and uneven\, and the going is difficult for wheelchair users in particular. There are also some long medium-steep gradients on both outward and return journeys to High Woods (downhill on return).
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/janes-walk-15-together-we-walk-together-we-grow/
LOCATION:East Bay\, Colchester\, CO1 2\, United Kingdom\, East Bay\, Colchester\, CO1 2\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane's Walk Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T131500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T151500
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250501T071026Z
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UID:123946-1746796500-1746803700@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:JANE'S WALK 16: Poetry in Motion - One Square Mile
DESCRIPTION:In 2023/24\, to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the school\, St. John’s Green Primary launched a multi-disciplinary project using history\, art\, geography and language to embrace the school’s place at the heart of our city. This year’s edition of the Poetry in Motion walk is a collaboration between the school and Essex Poetry Collective\, as a continuation of the legacy of this project. Visit some of Colchester’s best-known landmarks but through the eyes and words of some of the children from Year 5. With Billie Vasquez-Walters and members of the school community. \nMeet: 1.15pm\, St John’s Green Primary School (old site)\, CO2 7HE. End: Roman Circus Visitor Centre (1.8m\, 2hrs)  \nACCESSIBILITY:A city centre walk that is step-free and hard-surfaced. Entails some medium-steep gradients in short sections. \nPainting by Dianne Bibby\, St John’s Green School
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/janes-walk-16-poetry-in-motion-one-square-mile/
LOCATION:CO2 7HE\, CO2 7HE
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane's Walk Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250501T071026Z
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UID:123948-1746806400-1746824400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Beer & a Board Game Night
DESCRIPTION:On Friday 9th May we are holding our special Beer & a Board game offer! £6 for a beer or cider and game time for the whole evening! I can’t think of a better way to spend a Friday than a Beer & a Board Game!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/beer-a-board-game-night/
LOCATION:37 queen street\, CO1 2PQ Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 37 queen street\, CO1 2PQ Colchester\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Dice &amp%3B a Slice":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250409T071032Z
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UID:123451-1746811800-1746819000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:JANE'S WALK 17: The Dead\, the Undead and things that go bump off the scaffold
DESCRIPTION:All the ghosts you could want\, a walk over the bodies you didn’t even know were there\, and vivid descriptions from times gone by. A rollicking tour of Colchester for the Dead anD Undead. not for the faint hearted! With Max Fox. \nMeet: 5.30pm\, between the Mercury Theatre and Balkerne Gate (1m\, 2 hrs) \nACCESSIBILITY:A city centre walk that is step-free and hard-surfaced.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/janes-walk-17-the-dead-the-undead-and-things-that-go-bump-off-the-scaffold/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre\, Colchester\, Colchester\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane's Walk Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250409T071032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T070957Z
UID:123452-1746813600-1746822600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Colchester - TWS On the Road - walkaround Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some darling wines of May in our latest roadshow\, taking the essence of The Wine Society around the country. We’ll have a premium selection of fine white wines\, a mini-Greek odyssey\, a journey around Portugal and the pick of brand new wines from our May list alongside a ‘just for fun’ blind wine challenge. Variety is the spice of life\, and there is plenty of variety to be had here.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-tws-on-the-road-walkaround-tasting/
LOCATION:Firstsite Colchester\, Firstsite Colchester
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250501T071026Z
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UID:123949-1746813600-1746824400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Battletech @ Dice & a Slice
DESCRIPTION:Do you play the Battletech?The legendary wargame of giant Battlemechs fighting in the far future?Have you ever wanted to try it out?  \nCome along to Battletech meet-up! If you play Classic or Alpha Strike bring your Lances and Stars and get involved!  \nBeginners Welcome!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/battletech-dice-a-slice-2/
LOCATION:Dice & A Slice\, 37 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PQ\, GB
ORGANIZER;CN="Dice &amp%3B a Slice":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T160914
CREATED:20250501T071027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T070957Z
UID:123950-1746815400-1746826200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:SHINE
DESCRIPTION:S H I N E Our hugely popular Nightclub Event for Adults (over 16s) with Additional Needs  \nhttps://www.citizenticket.com/events/stanway-lakelands-community-centre-3/shine/  \n🗓️Friday 9th May⏰6:30-9:30📍Trilogy Nightclub🪩£5.00 per person- Support staff free 🎤Resident DJ- BRIANJAY playing all our favourite party tunes and club classics  \n🪩Free glow sticks for everyone 🪩
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/shine/
LOCATION:Trilogy Colchester\, Trilogy Colchester
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