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What's Going On - Music, Events & Activities 2013
In this section we will do our best to let you know what is happening on a regular basis. There are so many diverse activities and events taking place in and around Walthamstow Village, from comedy nights to life drawing, and of course the live music scene.
Each month we will suggest things to keep you entertained. So take a look and keep an eye out for additions to the schedule.
If you see something you like then please share with your friends or if you would like to let us know about something exciting that is happening locally then please email us at wv.guide@gmail.com
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2013 REGULAR EVENTS
Event: Sunny Side Up
Last Friday of every month
Time: 9pm - 2am
Venue: Arubar Lounge, 524-528, Forest Road, Walthamstow E17 4NB
Fee: £5 on the door
Contact info: 020 8521 4001
e-mail: sunnysideupe17@yahoo.comwww.mixcloud.com/sunnysideupe17 https://twitter.com/sunnysideupe17
After tearing up the tiles at Hackney’s Lumiere Bar, Sunny Side Up begins a new residency at Walthamstow’s Arubar Lounge (Bell Corner). DJ Soul Finesse mixes a melange of musical styles and tasty tunes. Expect obscure cuts, dub-plates, rare 7’s and white labels from London’s leading crate digger. Soul, funk, Jazz, afro-beat, be-bop, hip-hop, disco, house, breaks, r&b and much, much more.
Jazz at the Bell Pub - Forest Road E174NE - FREE
Live Jazz from 7.30pm every Sunday at the Bell Pub
Featuring some of London's finest Jazz musicians, featuring members of e17 jazz collective.
New Squash club Night and League at Walthamstow Sports Club
Wednesday's
We are looking for new players to come along to our club night at Walthamstow Cricket, tennis and Squash club on Wednesday evenings from 19.00 to 21.00.
Wether you are a beginner or an aspiring pro, everyone is welcome. Squash is a great way to get fit and it is also great fun.
If you are interested then please go to www.squashmatch.co.uk to find out more or contact Andre on 07939064514, or email, andre@squashmatch.co.uk
We will also be starting up a squash league in the very near future too!
The club also has a good bar, so there is usually a pint or two drank after the club night!
We look forward to hearing from you!
Pregnancy Yoga Courses with Samantha Wood
(British Wheel of Yoga Qualified Teacher) at Church Hill Studios, 6 Church Hill, London E17 3RY. Suitable for ladies from 15 weeks pregnant to term.
Date and Time:
The courses run on Wednesday evenings from 7.30 - 8.30pm and cost £45 for a 5 week course. Please contact me for the next course dates.
Course Details:
Each course will include; breathing techniques that will be useful during pregnancy, yoga postures that are specifically modified to pregnancy, guided meditation, work with sound and relaxation
For further details please contact Samantha Wood on 07733 330171 or sam@gentleflowyoga.co.uk
Strung out violin group for adults
Tuesdays: 6.30 - 7.30p.m. Elementary - Easy
7.30 - 8.30p.m. Absolute Beginners
Thursdays; 6.30 - 8.0p.m. Easy - Intermediates
Studio Office,The Quaker Meeting House, 1a, Jewel Road, London, E17 4QU
Got a violin in your attic you want to dust down? Fancy learning a new skill? Our motto is "it's never too late!"
Strung Out is a fun violin group for adult enthusiasts of all levels, with a professional musician whose work spans from the West End to Womad.
All styles of music welcomed from classical to traditional tunes. Fun is the key ingredient! Classes payable in advance by the term.
Private lessons also available for all age groups.
For further information, please contact Alison Jones:
07740 622 428
strungout@shapeshifter-productions.com
www.shapeshifter-productions.com
Weekly ukulele classes for adults in E17
Wednesdays: 7.30 -8.30 p.m. - easy/improvers
Saturdays: 10.30-11.30 a.m. Easy/improvers
11.30-12.30 p.m. Beginners
At: Studio Office, The Quaker Meeting House, 1a Jewel Road, Walthamstow, E17 4QU
Learn the ukulele or improve your skills with an experienced, professional musician in a fun and relaxed environment.
For further information please call Dick Smith:
07903 419 691
dickbanjosmith@gmail.com
Five string banjo classes
Mondays, 6.30 -7.30 p.m. Absolute beginners
7.30 - 8.30 p.m. Easy/Improvers
Wednesdays, 6.30-7.30pm Intermediates/improvers
The Quaker Meeting House, 1a Jewel Road, E17 4QU
Bluegrass style three-finger picking improvers classes on Wednesdays and new beginner’s class on Monday evenings. Private lessons also available with professional musician with over 20 years experience.
For further information, and to book, please contact Dick Smith on:
07903 419 691
email dickbanjosmith@gmail.com
or visit www.banjosmith.co.uk.
Regular events at the Hornbeam
*Every Tuesday 7pm – 9pm: Italian Class
*Every Thursday 2pm to 4pm: Knitting and crafts group
*Every Saturday 10.00-11.30am: E17 Junior Guitar Club
*Every 1st Friday of the month 7.30pm: Science Fiction Reading Group
*Every 2nd Wednesday of the month 8pm: Waltham Forest Cycling Campaign
*Every 4th Wednesday of the month 7pm: Transition Walthamstow
*Every last Friday of the month 7.30pm: Book Group
Event: Open Mic Night
Date: Every second Friday of the month
Time: 7.30-11.30pm
Venue: Hornbeam Cafe
Cost: Free entry
Contact: andythemirror@gmail.com
Tel: 07940260558
Description; Every second Friday we at Hornbeam host an open mic. Singers, musicians, poets, comedians and magicians are all welcome to grace our humble stage. First time performers don't be shy as we are the most friendly, easy going place this side of the river! Walthamstow's finest compere 'Andy The Mirror is the host with the most and a warm welcome awaits you. Shake a leg London! Check out our website www.hornbeam.org.uk/events/at-the-hornbeam/performance-nights/
info@hornbeam.org.uk www.hornbeam.org.uk
The Hornbeam, 458 Hoe St, London, E17 9AH 020 8558 6880
Curry Club at The Hornbeam Cafe every Thursday night.
Come and sit with friends and strangers and share delicious authentic organic vegan curries and other savoury dishes.
Two courses for £10, full range of beverages. Sweets also available.
Advance booking is essential, for a single sitting at 7.30pm.
There is no hospitality like Hornbeam hospitality! Come and see for yourself! All food freshly prepared using 100% organic ingredients.
Email cafe@hornbeam.org.uk with your name, and how many people.
Addresss: 458 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, E17 9AH
Tel. 0208 558 6880
Check out our website: http://www.hornbeam.org.uk/2013/02/curry-club-weekly-from-thu-28th-feb/
Every Thursday and Saturday
Classes are on Thursday 7:30-8:30 pm at St Patricks church hall, Blackhorse Rd E17 6NH, £6 per class.
Saturday 9-10 am at St Andrew's church hall E17 6AR (car park entrance) £7.50 per class.
For more information call Nicholette on 07962 424-460.
Every other Monday from
8pm onwards
Nags Head Pub - Downstairs in the bar
Orford Road, Walthamstow Village, E17 9LP
website: www.thenagsheade17.com
Music Quiz Night - Every other Monday from 19th March at 8pm. Hosted by quiz maestro Ric. It does exactly what it says on the tin! FREE entry.
Every other Monday from
8pm onwards
Nags Head Pub - Downstairs in the bar
Orford Road, Walthamstow Village, E17 9LP
website: www.thenagsheade17.com
Spin a Disc Night - Every other Monday from 12th March at 8pm. Dig out your favourite old records 33s, 45s or 78s from the attic. Dust them off and bring them along for DeeJay Auntie Maureen
(yes her of the Vintage Fayre, Gents Pop up Shop, Cats Wedding and New Years Eve Party upstairs in Madam La Zongas) for us all to hear, reminisce, sing a long to, dance and giggle at!
Class every Monday at 7.45pm
The Body Fit is a cardio class, high and low impact with easy to follow routines.
It is a high energy fun workout that will really get you going. Fantastic for improving cardiovascular fitness and burning lots of calories.
Mondays 7.45 pm at the Orford Social Club (E17 9QR) - Body Fit.
For more details contact Ola on: 07790 604 813
Ola@body-benefit.co.uk
Posted 29th January 2012
Class every Wednesday at 8.15pm
The Body Tone focus is mainly around toning and strength with some cardio elements.
A set of body weight exercises in easy to follow routines works on both strength and endurance and gives that extra boost to help shape up all over.
Wednesdays 8.15 pm at Trinity Church hall (E17 9QU) - Body Tone.
Posted th January 2012
Karaoke ever Saturday night
Lord Brooke pub
47 Shrenhall Street,
Walthamstow,
London E17 3EY
Contact number 020 8257 9534
Posted 12th January 2012
Every Tuesday 7.30pm - 8.30pm
Ditch the work out and join the party with Zumba fitness.
Orford House Social Club on Orford Road E17.
Contact Hollie Bantick on 07735 236 388
FREE Wine Tasting - Every Wednesday
Free Wine Tasting at the Walthamstow Wine Club every Wednesday between 3pm and 8pm.
56-60 Grove Road E17 9BN
For more information please visit walthamstowwineclub.moonfruit.com or call Tom on 07723 323 542 / 020 8521 8296.
Last Thursday of each month
Wine Tasting at the Nags Head Pub, 7pm. Prior booking needed - Please contact Sean or Sharon on email at seanpic@aol.com
Every Sunday 10am until 2pm
Locally sourced organic food & drink. Take a wonder and try some of the samples they offer.
2nd Sunday of each month 
Meet outside Ancient house on Church Lane at 1pm
Relaxed and free cycle rides for adults and children.
For more information contact Paul on 020 8520 0648 or email him on paul.gasson@gmail.com.
Sundays from
4pm - 8pm
Nags Head Pub
Orford Road, Walthamstow Village, E17 9LP
website: www.thenagsheade17.com
Mondays from 7.30 pm
The Castle
15 Grosvenor Rise, Walthamstow Village, E17 9LB
Tel: 020 8509 8095
Wednesday evenings
The Village Pub
31 Orford Road, Walthamstow Village, E17 9NL
Tel: 020 8521 9982
You need to become a member, pop into the pub to find out more.
Thursdays from
8pm - 9.15pm £10
The Deli
69 Orford Road, Walthamstow Village, E17
Contact Chris on 07958 471 083
Friendly atmosphere and all levels welcome
One night each month - 8pm onwards - FREE
Ye Old Rose & Crown Pub
53 Hoe Street, Walthamstow Village, E17 4SA
Tel: 020 8509 3880
Playing a mixture of funk and soul to get you in the mood
First Wednesday of each month from
8pm - FREE
Ye Old Rose & Crown Pub
53 Hoe Street, Walthamstow Village, E17 4SA
Tel: 020 8509 3880
Last Saturday of each month from 9pm
The Aubar - 524 Forest Road
Walthamstow, E17
dates may vary visit their facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=6025009414
Mondays from
7.30pm - 10pm
Walthamstow Life Drawing
Upstairs in the Nags Head Pub, 9 Orford Road Walthamstow E17 9LP
Wednesdays 11.30am - 1pm
From the 4th April 2012, daytime sessions will also be available in the Red Room, Ye Olde Rose and Crown Theatre Pub, 53 Hoe Street, Walthamstow E17 4SA
Anyone who has an interest in pursuing, improving or developing their drawing skills is welcome.
For more information please email Harriet: harriet@harrietarmstrong.com
Friday's & Saturday's from
8pm
The Queens Arms Pub
42 Orford Road, Walthamstow Village, E17 9NJ
Tel: 0208 509 2899
Second Tuesday of the month (except August)
Nags Head Pub - In the room upstairs
Orford Road, Walthamstow Village, E17 9LP
website: www.walthamstowfolk.co.uk
Tuesdays & Friday from
6.30pm
The Village Drop In
West Avenue, (near Orford Road) Walthamstow Village, E17
Phone Steve Tel: 07838 387057
FEBRUARY EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 2013
MONDAY 4th FEBRUARY 2013
Tricky Rics Marginally Diverting Pop Quiz Returns - 8pm
Pop Quiz Night - Every other Monday at 8pm. Hosted by quiz maestro Ric. It does exactly what it says on the tin! FREE entry.
An entertaining and fun evening…though prepare for the deadly earworm!!
Not the average music quiz.
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Saturday 9th February 2012 - 10-5pm
E17 Designers Valentines Special at the William Morris Gallery
Join E17 Designers upstairs in the gloriously refurbished William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow, for the chance to buy something truly irresistible for the one you love – male and female. Twenty artists and designer-makers, many of them taking Morris as their inspiration, present passionately crafted, handmade items in an enrapturing range of styles and prices. Amorous gifts include prints and precious gems, corsages and customised cufflinks.
Accompanying an ardent afternoon’s shopping will be wandering minstrels, pop-up Poetry of Love from Forest Poets and a Valentine medley from heavenly choir, Natural Voices.
Adults £2 (including entertainment and entry to the fund raising prize draw), children under 16 free, no booking necessary.
William Morris Gallery
Lloyd Park Forest Road, Walthamstow, London
E17 4PP
http://www.e17designers.co.uk
http://www.wmgallery.org.uk/
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Open Mic' night
Friday 15th February - Town Hall Social
Singers, musicians, poets, comedians and magicians are all welcome to grace our fantastic stage.
First time performers don't be shy as we are very supportive of all acts of all ages and description.
The venue is family friendly and kids are welcome.
Address:
Walthamstow Town Hall Social Club.
Town Hall Complex.
Forest Road.
E17 4JF
The social club is located to the right of the Town Hall itself.
It's a wonderful place with alot of history.
For further enquries please contact Andy via email or via mobile which is 07940260558.
Entry is £1 however drinks are very cheap.
Lets shake a leg folks!
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Forest Philharmonic Concert
Sunday 17 February 2013, 6.30pm
Walthamstow Assembly Hall
NIELSEN Helios Overture
SIBELIUS Violin Concerto
BEETHOVEN Symphony No.7
Mark Shanahan conductor
Edgar Bailey violin
Depicting the rising sun, the Helios Overture will brighten up a February evening, before one of the finest violin concertos ever written. This Beethoven symphony is arguably his most joyous, with a hauntingly beautiful slow movement familiar to many from its use in ‘The King’s Speech’.
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- Saturday 23.02.13
OLD HAT @ The Bell E17
A complete Auntie Maureen takeover with nothing but antique beats at brand spanking new drinking establishment The Bell on 617 Forest Road E17. Music starts from 8pm and hopefully your fancy footwork too! FREE entry, EVERYONE welcome. Wear a hat!
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- Monday 25.02.13
SPIN-A-DISC @ The Nag's Head E17
You bring the discs, Auntie plays 'm. 78, 45, 33 (and no, those are not my measurements), all these formats work, as long as they are your gems currently hidden in the attic, under the stairs or in a shed. Dust your vinyl, or shellac, off and bring with you for a long-overdue airing on real turntables. This event takes place every other Monday at The Nag's Head Pub, 9 Orford Road E17 9LP from 8pm until 11pm and is FREE to all.
MARCH EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 2013
Walthamstow Cricket Club Beer Festival
Friday 22nd to 24th March
After a successful 1st festival last August Walthamstow Cricket Club is proud to introduce its second Beer Festival. Spanning over 3 days from Friday 22 March to 24th March. A wide range of Real Ales will be available provided by several brewers including the local East London Brewing Company who currently brew our very own 150th beer, Fullers and other independent breweries. A full list will be available nearer the time.
Entrance will be £5 (to include a glass) and drinks will be at a special reduced price. (Camra members £4)
There will be evening entertainment including a blues band on friday night, world wide music on saturday night and the pub quiz on sunday night.
Opening times are:
Friday: 4pm - Late
Saturday: Midday - Late
Sunday: Midday - 11pm
Any questions please contact Vitor Varanda at the club on 02085205042 or visit www.walthamstowcc.hitscricket.com
Easter Bonnet Competiton
Join us for the Wood Street Market Easter Event!
Saturday 30th March 203
Easter Bonnet Competition
Make your own bonnet, selection of the best bonnet will be made between 2-3pm and announcement of winner will be at 3.15pm outside Scrolls & Shells cake shop where you can get yummy Easter cakes.
Vintage Fashion Parade all day
If you want to be a model for the day please contact wsindoormarket@gmail.com
Music to dance to
Tony Tunes our resident DJ will be spinning the vinyls throughout the day. Easter cocktails with our special in house fruit liquors maker Mothers Ruin will be available
50 units all under one roof, with lots to discover, including second hand furniture finds, antiques, retro music, vinyl and shellacs, picture framing, cake decoration and Arts and Craft shops, jewellery shops, toys, clothes, hand made chairs, vintage clothes, a cafe, community sewing hub and galleries. You can meet and a get personal service from individuals who are passionate about what they sell and do.
Wood Street Market is open Mon - Sat, 10am - 5.30pm. Here's how to: Visit Wood Street Indoor Market______________________________________________________
APRIL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 2013
GUFFAW COMEDY CLUB PROUDLY PRESENTS PHIL JUPITUS AKA PORKY THE POET WITH SUPPORT FROM PAUL MCCAFFREY
LONDON: Ye Olde Rose and Crown Theatre Pub
THU 4TH APR, 2013 9pm - £15
Phill Jupitus is Porky the Poet in 'ZEITGEIST LIMBO' - After the success of 2012's 'Twenty Seven Years On' Porky the Poet returns to Edinburgh with a collection of new poetry, and ponders the cultural conundrum; "How low can you go?"
Phill Jupitus will be known to many for his role on BBC2's Nevermind The Buzzcocks and QI. But what fewer know is that he started his performing career as a poet. He took his first full length show to The Free Fringe last year in Edinburgh, and also appeared at The Stoke Newington Literary Festival, Galway Comedy Festival, National Poetry Day 2012 at The Royal Festival Hall and is scheduled to appear later this year at The Laugharne Festival, Glastonbury and a return to The Edinburgh Fringe.
*A TICKET DOES NOT GUARANTEE A SEAT, SEATS ARE AVAILABLE ON PURELY A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS*
Just 39 tickets left as of 2100 Tuesday 2nd April
5th April 2013
TOTALLY OLD HAT! Part 2
The Bell
617 Forest Road
London E17 4NE
Awesome antique beats by Auntie Maureen to drink and dance to. Please wear a hat!
8pm - 12am
FREE entry
Up-to-date information on Facebook here:
8th April 2013
SPIN-A-DISC
The Nag's Head Pub
9 Orford Road
London E17 9LP
You bring the discs, Auntie Maureen or Spinnin' Jim plays them. Instant musical fun!
8pm - 11pm
FREE entry
Up-to-date information on Facebook here:
22nd April
SPIN-A-DISC
The Nag's Head Pub
9 Orford Road
London E17 9LP
You bring the discs, Auntie Maureen or Spinnin' Jim plays them. Instant musical fun!
8pm - 11pm
FREE entry
Up-to-date information on Facebook here:
4th April 2013 until 2nd June 2013
At Home with Morris, a photographic exhibition by Katherine Green
Penny Fielding Gallery & Interiors
34 Orford Road
London E17 9NJ
Katherine Green (National Portrait Gallery) documenting homes adorned with William Morris patterns.
Wed, Thurs 11am - 7pm
Fri, Sat 10am - 6pm
Sun 11am - 6pm
FREE entry
www.pennyfielding.com
Events at Hornbeam Cafe - 458 Hoe St, London, E17 9AH
The Hornbeam Cafe has extended its opening times to Mondays & Tuesdays, and is now open 6 days a week: Mon - Fri 11am - 4pm, Sat 10.30am - 5pm.
Sci-fi, Fantasy & Supernatural Fiction Group • Friday 5th • 7.30 - 10pm
Discussion group for people interested in fantastic fiction... the focus is broad and the discussion tends to be wide ranging. New members welcome, just turn up.
Curry Club • Thursday 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th • 7.30pm
Our £10 for 2 courses curry club goes weekly from March. come for authentic delicious Indian food. All vegetables are local and organic. Food served at 8pm. Advance booking is essential. Email cafe@hornbeam.org.uk with your name, and the number of people.
Alternative Breads with Raju-Sachi • Sunday 7th • 11 - 4pm
We will be using ancient grain spelt, rye and gluten free flours to create breads using alternatives to cultivated common wheat, learning how to work with these flours a little differently than we would with wheat. This course is perfect for people who have intolerances to wheat but not to gluten, or want to reduce their intake of wheat and use varied grains. More information here. Cost £30. Booking essential via hornbeambakers@gmail.com.
LETS Paint • Sunday 7th • 1.30 - 4:30pm
A WFLETS painting workshop suitable for all levels, whether you’ve not painted since school or you’re a more accomplished artist. Eleni is a photographer and artist and is holding the workshop to share her skills with LETS members. She’ll set up still lifes for people to draw/paint and give advice while you paint. Advance booking essential; if you are not a member of LETS you can join just before the workshop starts. Cost 15 Beams. For more information, or to book, email info@wflets.org.
Waltham Forest Cycling Campaign • Wednesday 10th • 8 - 9.30pm
Join us for a discussion on cycling issues, opportunities, and upcoming events. Everyone is welcome and we appreciate all contributions. We usually go to a nearby pub after the meeting. Click here for more information about us.
Experience a compelling mix of local & talented performers, warmly supportive audience, healthy organic ales, ciders & wines, and mouthwatering snacks. Singers, musicians, poets, comedians and magicians are all welcome to grace our intimate stage. And this is the best venue for first time performers as we are the most friendly and encouraging venue this side of the river. Doors open at 7.30pm, and the music kicks off at 8.15, no need to book - just turn up. More details here or from from Andy 07940 260558, andythemirror@gmail.com
Kids Kitchen • Friday 19th • 10 am - 12pm
We all cook a fresh healthy lunch together for our children, while singing songs, playing and washing up, and there is also lovely café food (including cake!) available for us bigger kids too at lunchtime. Under 5s. Booking essential, online here. Oh, and we are also looking for volunteers to help us, see website.
Sourdough Baking 1 with Simon & David • Sunday 21st 11am - 4pm
Using sourdough culture is an ancient way of making bread. Come to learn the basics of this wonderful technique to bake incredibly nutritious and tasty loaves. You will learn to make sourdough starters and sponges and experiment with different doughs. By the end of the workshop your own handmade sourdough loaf will be ready to take home together with your own starter. Cost £25. Booking essential via hornbeambakers@gmail.com (with '21st March Sourdough Baking 1' in the email subject).
Community Skillshare • Wednesday 24th • 8 - 10pm
Join Transition Walthamstow for a free 1 hour skillshare, which this month is 'Super New Foraging Plus!': identifying and sourcing the wild food that grows around us, along with new foraging practice such finding and 'skipping' perfectly edible food that goes to landfill. Afterwards we'll have a chat over a cup of tea, and let you know about some of our exciting ideas for events and projects in 2013. More information about Transition Walthamstow here.
Bakers Arms Book Group • Friday 26th • 7.30pm
We are an informal and friendly group (sometimes some of us haven’t even read the book!). Tea, coffee, wine available. New members welcome, just turn up. Book list here.
WF LETS • Saturday 27th • 10:30 - 12noon
Pop along to the comfortable surroundings of the Hornbeam Cafe 10.30am - 12noon to find out about Waltham Forest LETS (local exchange trading scheme). If you like the way that people can exchange all kinds of goods and services with one another without the need for money, then you can also join up on the spot. For more information here or email info@wflets.org.
Fork to Fork: Seasonal Supper Club • Saturday 27th • 6.30 - 10.30pm
The Hornbeam Cafe invites you to a feast with delicious healthy tasty food – locally sown, grown, picked and cooked! All 3 courses for just £15! The supper club is open from 6.30-10.30pm so you can choose your time to book a table (latest 9pm).Advance booking is essential. The café can cater for all special dietary requirements. Click here for more information, including how to book.
Sourdough Baking 1 with Simon & David • Sunday 28th 11am - 4pm
As for Sourdough Baking 1 on 21st March. Booking essential via hornbeambakers@gmail.com (with '28th March Sourdough Baking 1' in the email subject).
And don't forget the ....
OrganicLea market stall • Saturday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
Located right outside the Hornbeam Centre on Saturdays, the market stall sells organic and ultra-local sustainably grown fruit and vegetables, plus homemade bread, jams and preserves from 10am - 3pm. It’s a buzzing space, where buying fresh produce is an enjoyable activity and where information about food can be freely shared. Healthy Start vouchers can be used to buy fruit and vegetables at the stalls or box scheme.More details here.
End Hornbeam Cafe
Waltham Forest Green Drinks • Mon 1st • 8.30 - 11pm
An informal opportunity for people with green/community interests to get together, chat about projects they’re involved in or find out about those of others. Ask at the bar to find out where Green Drinkers are sitting. Rose & Crown, 55 Hoe St, E17 4SA. Contact: suewheat@me.com
A History Of Land Rights And Protest In Folk Song And Story • Friday 5th • 7pm
A participatory exploration of land rights and protest in folk song and story with Hugh Lupton and Robin Grey. Using ideas, words, music, poetry and food, the events will explore the relationships between local food and global justice. With everything from practical advice and seed swaps to expert analysis and delicious dinners we hope to draw together the diverse communities working on issues of food, land and social change. Venue: Rose & Crown, 55 Hoe St London, E17 4SA.
Enfield Daffodil Cycle Ride • Sun 7th • 9am - 3pm
Our annual bike ride to Trent Park in Enfield to admire the daffodils, takes us up the Lea and across North London through parks and quieter roads, stopping for lunch at Trent Park. This is a sociable ride of 20 - 24 miles with some stops for sightseeing and local anecdotes. It goes through about half a dozen parks in all. Bring a packed lunch or money for the cafe. Meet 9am at Walthamstow Central Library. Contact Robert robert@wfcycling.org.uk.
Pond dipping • Wednesday 10th • 10am - 12pm
Join us and discover all the amazing animals that live in our ponds. Investigate what lives where, watch how they move and find out what they eat. Booking required. Price: Children aged 5-11 - £6, Children under 5 - £2, Adults and children over 11 - £2. Venue: Epping Forest Field Centre, Paul’s Nursery Road, High Beach, Loughton, Essex IG10 4AF. 0208 502 8500 enquiries.ef@field-studies-council.org
Lea Valley Walk: Lea Bridge to Three Mills • Sunday 14th • 9.30am - 4.30pm
This three mile walk follows the Lea Valley with its industrial heritage and natural history. Discover historic filter beds, the impact of the 2012 Games around Olympic Park, finishing with a tour of the House Mill at Three Mills.. To book go to field-studies-council.org.uk. Price: £15 per person everybody is welcome. Starts at Waterworks Nature Reserve & Golf Centre, Lammas Road (off Lea Bridge Road), Leyton E10 7QB. Contact 08460 770 600 info@leevalleypark.org.uk
Walthamstow Family Bike Club • Sunday 14th • 1pm - 5pm
A relaxed and sociable ride around open spaces and cafes in and around Waltham Forest. Meet 1pm outside the Ancient House Orford Rd/Church Lane junction, E17. More info here, or contact Paul 020 8520 0648, paul.gasson@gmail.com
Leytonstone Green Drinks • Monday 15th • 8pm
A monthly friendly get-together for the green and eco-minded, organised by Transition Leytonstone at 8pm on 15th of each month. Newcomers always welcome. The Old Red Lion, 640 High Road, Leytonstone E11 3AA Tube: Leytonstone, Bus W14, 257, W15, W16, W19. Contact Ros 0208 556 0885, info@transitionleytonstone.org.uk
Bat Walk and Talk • Friday 19th • 7.15 - 9.30pm
Our bat expert will give you an insight into these nocturnal creatures before heading out at dusk with bat detectors. To booking and address contact Friends of Tottenham Marshes on 020 8808 1341. Price: £2 members, £4 non-members Adults.
Highlights of Hackney Cycle ride • Sunday 28th • 10am - 3pm
This ride takes us down the Lea to Sutton House and Clissold Park coming back Via Stamford Hill and Springfield Park. We might also dip in to Chatsworth Road Market with perhaps a few surprises or diversions on the way. The ride is about 15 miles with a lunch stop. Bring a packed lunch or money for a cafe. We should to be back by 3pm. Meet 10am at Walthamstow Library for a 10:15am start. More details here, or contact Robert robert@wfcycling.org.uk.
OrganicLea Open Day at Hawkwood • Sunday 28th • 12 - 4pm
Hawkwood Plant Nursery, our beautiful 12 acre market garden site, hosts for family friendly Open Days on the last Sunday of every month. Just show up to have look around, talk to the growers, or help out with horticultural tasks. Venue: Hawkwood Plant Nursery, 115 Hawkwood Crescent, Chingford, E4 7UH. More info here or call 020 8524 4994.
Transition Leytonstone/OrganicLea market stall • Saturday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th • 10.30am - 3pm
The Transition Leytonstone/OrganicLea stall sells organic and ultra-local sustainably grown fruit and vegetables, plus homemade bread, jams and preserves from outside Matalan, 829-837 High Road Leytonstone, E11 1HH.
Dead Belgian Music
20th April - Ye Olde Rose & Crown Theatre Pub*
Hoe St. Walthamstow*
A Walthamstow Folk Presentation
Two Sets, No support
£8 / Doors open 8pm
Tickets available from http://www.wegottickets.com/event/212106
Event: Sunny Side Up
Date: Friday 26 April 2013 (and last Friday of every month)
Time: 9pm - 2am
Venue: Arubar Lounge, 524-528, Forest Road, Walthamstow E17 4NB
Fee: £5 on the door
Contact info: 020 8521 4001
e-mail: sunnysideupe17@yahoo.comwww.mixcloud.com/sunnysideupe17 https://twitter.com/sunnysideupe17
After tearing up the tiles at Hackney’s Lumiere Bar, Sunny Side Up begins a new residency at Walthamstow’s Arubar Lounge (Bell Corner). DJ Soul Finesse mixes a melange of musical styles and tasty tunes. Expect obscure cuts, dub-plates, rare 7’s and white labels from London’s leading crate digger. Soul, funk, Jazz, afro-beat, be-bop, hip-hop, disco, house, breaks, r&b and much, much more.
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MAY EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 2013
Phantom: UK Professional Premiere
Press Night: Friday 17th May 2013
Director: Dawn Kalani Cowle Musical Director: Aaron Clingham Movement Director: Brendan Matthew Designer: Jenny Gamble Lighting Designer: Sky Bembury Casting Director: Ben Newsome Stage Manager: Merrin Cavel Producer: Andrew Yon All Star Productions
Ye Olde Rose and Crown Theatre 53 Hoe Street, London, E17 4SA Closest Tube/National Rail: Walthamstow Central, Victoria Line. (5 mins walk) 30 minutes Oxford Circus – Walthamstow Tuesday 14th - Friday 31st May 2013 Tuesday - Saturday 7.30pm; Sunday 3.30pm Monday 27th May 7:30pm Tickets: £15.00/ £12.50 Concessions Box Office: 0843 289 2144 Website:www.allstarproductions.co.uk
About The Show
Phantom is a musical with music and lyrics by Maury Yeston and a book by Arthur Kopit. Based on Gaston Leroux's 1910 novel The Phantom of the Opera. Phantom tells the heart-rending tale of Eric – disfigured from birth but as beautiful on the inside as he is misshapen on the outside. Raised from youth and hidden in the crypts and lagoons beneath the Paris Opera, the adult Eric has an inner beauty reflecting the music that all his life has wafted down from the stage above and has sustained him. When an untalented egomaniacal Diva takes over the Opera, the musical world so dear to his life is shattered. He seeks a voice and a singer to restore the only beauty he’s ever known and finds it in Christine Daiae whom he musically trains and with whom he falls in love.
Event: Mirror Productions Presents 'Open Mic Night' at the shack in the back
Date: 31/05/13
Time: 7.30-11.30pm
Cost: £1
Venue: Walthamstow Town Hall Social Club
Address: Town Hall Complex, Forest Road, E17 4JF
Contact: andythemirror@gmail.com
Tel: 07940260558
Description: Mirror productions presents London's best open mic night ever! Singers, musicians, poets, comedians and magicians are all welcome to grace out magnificant stage. Walthamstow's finest compere 'Andy The Mirror' is the host with the most so expect some fun and frolics! This is an event not to be missed! Come and cheer on some raw London talent! (The Social Club is located behind the Town Hall to the right)
Regular events at the Hornbeam
*Every Tuesday 7pm – 9pm: Italian Class
*Every Thursday 2pm to 4pm: Knitting and crafts group
*Every Saturday 10.00-11.30am: E17 Junior Guitar Club
*Every 1st Friday of the month 7.30pm: Science Fiction Reading Group
*Every 2nd Wednesday of the month 8pm: Waltham Forest Cycling Campaign
*Every 4th Wednesday of the month 7pm: Transition Walthamstow
*Every last Friday of the month 7.30pm: Book Group
Event: Open Mic Night
Date: Every second Friday of the month
Time: 7.30-11.30pm
Venue: Hornbeam Cafe
Cost: Free entry
Contact: andythemirror@gmail.com
Tel: 07940260558
Description; Every second Friday we at Hornbeam host an open mic. Singers, musicians, poets, comedians and magicians are all welcome to grace our humble stage. First time performers don't be shy as we are the most friendly, easy going place this side of the river! Walthamstow's finest compere 'Andy The Mirror is the host with the most and a warm welcome awaits you. Shake a leg London! Check out our website www.hornbeam.org.uk/events/at-the-hornbeam/performance-nights/
info@hornbeam.org.uk www.hornbeam.org.uk
The Hornbeam, 458 Hoe St, London, E17 9AH 020 8558 6880
Curry Club at The Hornbeam Cafe every Thursday night.
Come and sit with friends and strangers and share delicious authentic organic vegan curries and other savoury dishes.
Two courses for £10, full range of beverages. Sweets also available.
Advance booking is essential, for a single sitting at 7.30pm.
There is no hospitality like Hornbeam hospitality! Come and see for yourself! All food freshly prepared using 100% organic ingredients.
Email cafe@hornbeam.org.uk with your name, and how many people.
Addresss: 458 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, E17 9AH
Tel. 0208 558 6880
Check out our website: http://www.hornbeam.org.uk/2013/02/curry-club-weekly-from-thu-28th-feb/
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E17 Kitchen Tabletop Fundraiser!
Sunday 12th May 1 - 4.30pm in Walthamstow Village
Drop them an email if you want a table..
https://www.facebook.com/events/363489277104960
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Spring Fair, Friday 17 May at the Asian Centre, E17, 7-10pm
Our annual May event presents a cornucopia of art and designer craft.
After a successful event to help raise funds for the newly opened William Morris Gallery in Lloyd Park, E17 Designers make a welcome return to its regular home in the heart of Walthamstow village: the Asian Centre on Orford Road.
The E17 Designers Spring Fair offers a bountiful array of beautiful, artful products,
all made locally – and a shopping experience that successfully combines the best elements of a church bazaar, uptown department store and exclusive design event.
Designers, both first-timers and regulars (including the ever-popular Suzie’s Kitchen), will be on hand to offer you the very best excuse for spending money.
If you haven’t visited for a while (and where have you been?), you are in for a treat with a dozen new designers on board this year. If you are a regular visitor, then you already know this is the borough’s hottest spot for one night only – a great evening out, sociable shopping and service with a smile from E17 Designers.
Acoustic folk from The Coypus ‘Flash’ belly dancing from Chloe Redmond
Friday May 17th 2013
Asian Centre 18a Orford Road Walthamstow Village E17 9LN
7-10pm £2 entry for a free drink and entry to the goody bag prize draw!
www.e17designers.co.uk
facebook/e17designers
twitter.com/@E17designers
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Event: Sunny Side Up
Date: Last Friday of every month
Time: 9pm - 2am
Venue: Arubar Lounge, 524-528, Forest Road, Walthamstow E17 4NB
Fee: £5 on the door
Contact info: 020 8521 4001
e-mail: sunnysideupe17@yahoo.comwww.mixcloud.com/sunnysideupe17 https://twitter.com/sunnysideupe17
After tearing up the tiles at Hackney’s Lumiere Bar, Sunny Side Up begins a new residency at Walthamstow’s Arubar Lounge (Bell Corner). DJ Soul Finesse mixes a melange of musical styles and tasty tunes. Expect obscure cuts, dub-plates, rare 7’s and white labels from London’s leading crate digger. Soul, funk, Jazz, afro-beat, be-bop, hip-hop, disco, house, breaks, r&b and much, much more.
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JUNE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 2013
Five string banjo classes
Mondays, 6.30 -7.30 p.m. Basic/Beginners
Mondays, 7.30 - 8.30 p.m. Easy/Improver
Venue: Studio Office, The Quaker Meeting House, 1a Jewel Road, E17 4QU
Starts: Monday, 3rd June 2013
Cost: £80.00 for the 8 week term payable in advance
Bluegrass style three-finger picking classes. Beginner’s class on Monday evenings. Private lessons also available with professional musician with over 20 years experience.
For further information, and to book, please contact Dick Smith on:
07903 419 691
email dickbanjosmith@gmail.com
or visit www.banjosmith.co.uk.
Weekly ukulele classes for adults in E17
Wednesdays, 7.30 -8.30 p.m. Easy/Improvers
Saturday, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m Easy/Improvers
Saturday, 11:30 – 12:30 a.m. Basic/Beginners
Venue: Studio Office, The Quaker Meeting House, 1a Jewel Road, Walthamstow, E17 4QU
Starts: Wednesday, 5th June 2013 / Saturday, 8th June 2013
Cost: £64.00 for the 8 week term payable in advance
Learn the ukulele or improve your skills with an experienced, professional musician in a fun and relaxed environment.
Instruments not provided!
For further information please call Dick Smith:
07903 419 691
dickbanjosmith@gmail.com
www.banjosmith.co.uk
Gilbert and Sullivan’s “Patience” presented by Chapel End Savoy Players
Saturday 5th to 8th June 2013
Chapel End Savoy Players will be presenting a traditional-style production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic opera “Patience”, at the Deaton Theatre, Forest School, Oakhurst Gardens, Snaresbrook, London E17 3PY from Wednesday to Saturday 5th to 8th June 2013 inclusive.
The show will start each evening at 7:45pm, and the Saturday matinee at 2:30pm.
Tickets for all evening performances are £14 (£12 concessions) and for the Saturday matinee are £12 (£10 concessions). £5 concessions for under-18s to all performances. There is a 10% discount for 10 tickets or more.
Tickets are also available at the door on the night.
All performances will be fully costumed and accompanied by an orchestra.
The venue has disabled facilities, and there will be refreshments available in the interval.
For tickets, please call the Box Office on 020 8529 3143 or 020 8527 0215 or e-mail boxoffice@cesp.org.uk Website - www.cesp.org.uk Twitter - @CESPGandS
Credit or debit card online ticket sales via www.ticketsource.co.uk/cesp/ (fee payable).
Public Transport Info
Nearest tube - Snaresbrook.
Nearest Network Rail - Wood Street, Walthamstow
Buses 20, W12
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Spring Music Soiree
Sunday 23 June
St John's Church
18 Brookscroft Road E17
Tickets £5 (under 16s free)
in aid of Christian Aid
Sunday 23 June
Britten Sea Interludes
Bridge The Sea
Elgar Symphony No.1
Tickets £10-£15 (concs. £8-£12)
www.wegottickets.com/event/17647
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