Friends of Horton Cemetery workshop

The Friends of Horton Cemetery has been awarded a grant by Historic England for the Out of Sight, Out of Mind digital, arts-based project, revisioning the life histories of patients in Europe’s largest asylum cemetery. Led by Dr Alana Harris on behalf of the charity, we seek to recapture the stories of patients and create a crowd-sourced memorial, overcoming historical amnesia, neglect, and inaction.

As a part of this project, we are painting 900 ceramic flowers to commemorate the 9000 patients buried through regular arts-therapy-based craft workshops.

All welcome. Free of charge.

The event includes discussions about mental health past and present.

Good Friday events in Epsom market place

Come, with your friends and neighbours, to an open-air ecumenical Good Friday Service of Worship and Praise next to the Clock Tower in Epsom: 10:30am, April 7th, organised by Churches Together in Epsom. This will be followed by Easter-themed activities for the whole family. All are invited.

The Great Epsom Bike Off

The Oracle Group needs you!
Come and help us cycle London to Brighton.
The first team to complete the distance of 54 miles will win
The Oracle Group is raising funds for The Children's Trust
This is a community charity event, The Great Epsom Bike Off, 3 bikes will compete and the first team to complete the distance of 54 miles will win. During the day there will be a craft table, face painting photo opportunity with mascots and a performance by Terri - Jayne's School Of Dance.
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Epsom Light Opera Company presents Sister Act

Epsom Light Opera Company present Sister Act at Epsom Playhouse on Tuesday, 18th April to Saturday, 22nd April

Brace yourselves sisters, the habit is coming to Epsom when Epsom Light Opera Company will be at Epsom Playhouse with their latest production, Sister Act from Tuesday 18th April to Saturday, 22nd April at 7:30 p.m. with a Saturday matinee.

This show is definitely one not to be missed so please book early to avoid disappointment. Book your tickets now at Epsom Playhouse. Tel: 01372 742555

A collection will be taken during the interval and at the end of the show for Epsom Medical Equipment Fund to purchase medical equipment which will benefit those members of the community who live and work within the Epsom General Hospital catchment area.

Christ Church Earth Day Eco Fair

A chance to catch up with local initiatives concerning the environment. Clothes swap, Surrey Climate Change, SW15 Hedgehogs, Sustainable Epsom & Ewell, Terracycle and Epsom Repair Cafe are all going to attend as well as Bushcraft activities for children and displays to get you thinking and talking about your local area. Christ Church has received a Silver A Rocha Eco Church award and is looking to build on this with community engagement. Refreshments available.

Debra Morley – soprano

When Epsom based soprano, Debra Morley, isn’t busy performing in London’s major venues, she’s happy to entertain local audiences in one of the town’s best concert venues, St Martin’s Church.
Accompanied by pianist Graeme Lodge, Debra presents an eclectic selection of songs ranging from the best of 18th century Italy and England, to operetta gems by Franz Lehar and the dynamic duo of Gilbert and Sullivan through to the unique genius of Ivor Novello’s writing. Prepare to be entertained!
The concert lasts about an hour. Admission is by donation.

With One Voice

A concert presented by a local Ukrainian choir drawn from Ukrainians who are now living in and around Epsom and supported by singers from 15 local choirs. This will be an uplifting choral concert to raise funds Ukraine and local Ukrainians, supported by Ashtead Rotary Club.

Love Me Love My Mind workshop

The Friends of Horton Cemetery has been awarded a grant by Historic England for the Out of Sight, Out of Mind digital, arts-based project, revisioning the life histories of patients in Europe’s largest asylum cemetery. Led by Dr Alana Harris on behalf of the charity, we seek to recapture the stories of patients and create a crowd-sourced memorial, overcoming historical amnesia, neglect, and inaction.

As a part of this project, we are painting 900 ceramic flowers to commemorate the 9000 patients buried through regular arts-therapy-based craft workshops.

All welcome. Free of charge.

The event includes discussions about mental health past and present.

Friends of Horton Cemetery workshop

The Friends of Horton Cemetery has been awarded a grant by Historic England for the Out of Sight, Out of Mind digital, arts-based project, revisioning the life histories of patients in Europe’s largest asylum cemetery. Led by Dr Alana Harris on behalf of the charity, we seek to recapture the stories of patients and create a crowd-sourced memorial, overcoming historical amnesia, neglect, and inaction.

As a part of this project, we are painting 900 ceramic flowers to commemorate the 9000 patients buried through regular arts-therapy-based craft workshops.

All welcome. Free of charge.

The event includes discussions about mental health past and present.

Simply Greek Fundraising Dinner in aid of Epsom Medical Equipment Fund

Simply Greek, South Street, Epsom, Wednesday, 26th April at 7 p.m.

We will be holding a Greek Night on Wednesday, 26th April at 7 p.m. where you can enjoy a truly Greek Meal – 3 courses including a hot and cold Meze, main course, and selection of Greek desserts. Drinks will be extra. The cost will be £32 per person. With luck you can enjoy a display of Greek Dancing, maybe even joining in! Why not come and enjoy the fun. Book early to reserve your place. Tel: 020 8337 8181 or Mobile 07713979234.

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