Older Peoples Day
2022-10-03 10:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | THE MERCURY MALL, THE MERCURY MALL, ROMFORD, RM1 3EE

Art Jam
2022-10-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Mardyke Community Centre, South Street, Rainham, RM13 8PJ
Come and join BluerSkies Mindful Creatives at these social, art making sessions. No previous art experience necessary.

About this event

This is a new, regular, social art making session. Each time you come you can expect something new to explore.
BluerSkies Mindful Creatives (BMC) are a local creative duo who believe passionately in the positive power of creativity for people’s wellbeing. They were recently commissioned to bring regular, creative sessions to Orchard Village by The Orchard Collective Creators, a group of local people that live or work in the local area who make decisions about what art and cultural activities to bring to their community.
BMC tried out some sessions earlier this year that has led to this brand new programme, you can read all about them on the Havering Changing website.
Everyone is welcome at Art Jam, including those who:

Enjoy being creative.
Don’t think they’re good at art but want to be more creative.
Not convinced art is for them, but curious to find out more.
Enjoy meeting people and socialising.

This is a four hour event, however please feel free to drop in and out as suits you!
Please note: anyone under the age of 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult at all times.
During the sessions you will also share some delicious food from local businesses. Please answer the dietary requirements question when booking your tickets so we can ensure we cater for everyone.
Sessions will be held from May-October 2022 on the first Tuesday of the month from 3:00-7:00pm and the third Saturday of each month from 4:00-8:00pm (except Saturday 18 June 2022 which will run from 12:00 to 4:00pm). Art Jam is held at Mardyke Community Centre, South Street, Rainham RM13 8PJ. We look forward to seeing you there!
If you have any questions or need support booking a place, please contact Havering Changing Project Director, James, on james@haveringchanging.org / 07530 430355.

NT Live: Jack Absolute Flies Again 2022
2022-10-06 19:00 - 22:30 | Vue Cinema Romford, The Brewery, Romford
After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms.

A rollicking new comedy by Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and Oliver Chris (Twelfth Night).
After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms.
Emily Burns directs this spectacularly entertaining new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals. Featuring a cast including Caroline Quentin, Laurie Davidson, Natalie Simpson and Kelvin Fletcher.

Apple Day - Bedfords Park
2022-10-09 10:30 - 16:00 | Bedfords Walled Garden, Bedfords Park, RM4 1QH
Join Bedford Walled Gardens for a Day to celebrate our Orchard and Apples. produce for sale, Apple Juice bottled and being juiced. Apple ID from an Apple expert. Craft Stalls and Children’s activities, Pizza from our Pizza Oven Refreshments, and More

World Mental Health Day
2022-10-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Havering Mind, The Garden, Harrow Lodge House, Hornchurch, RM11 1JU

Secrets of the 60s
2022-10-11 14:30 - 15:30 | BROOKSIDE THEATRE, 21A EASTERN ROAD, ROMFORD, RM1 3NH
Listen to the ‘secrets of the 60’s’ unfold in this afternoon show featuring original legends from that exciting period.

Hosted by Steve Scruton, one of the regions top radio presenters, he reveals stories from his long career of interviewing famous people from pop stars to gangsters, plus how he re-created the sound of pirate radio off the Essex coast, giving us the chance to live again those watery wireless days.
Joining Steve will be Alan Goldsmith, the last of the original 60’s pop promoters, with tales of promoting Elton John, The Who, Eric Clapton, Dionne Warrick, The Small Faces and many more and iconic rock star, Dave Berry, who shot to fame with hits such as The Crying Game and Little Things. He’ll tell the truth about being on the road touring with The Rolling Stones and The Beatles, to mention just a few. Hear the true stories and memories from the original people who were there.
Ask those questions you always wanted to ask, take part in a pop quiz and meet the stars after the show.
Be amazed at the true stories of that magical musical era that changed Great Britain forever.

Ticket price £16 (£11.50 Groups 10+)
Running Time 2hrs
Age restrictions 6+
Additional Info There will be no booking fee for this event and wheelchair spaces are not currently available. Babes in arms are not permitted into the auditorium under any circumstances.

BIG SMILE COLLECTIVE SWAP SHOP
2022-10-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-11-08 17:00 - 19:00 | NEW CITY COLLEGE, ARDLEIGH GREEN ROAD, HORNCHURCH, RM11 2LL

Upminster & District Horticultural Society Charity Evening
2022-10-11 19:30 - 21:30 | New Windmill Hall, St Mary's Lane, Upminster, RM14 2QH

Havering BME Forum Community Cultural Celebration
2022-10-15 12:00 - 16:30 | Langtons Gardens, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1XJ

The Mysteries Of Hampton Court: Legends, People, Ghosts
2022-10-15 13:30 - 15:00 | Havering Museum, High Street, RM1 1HR
About this event

Saturday 15 October, 13:30 – 15:00
The Mysteries Of Hampton Court: Legends, People, Ghosts And Its Lasting Legacy Ellen Owen will explore many of the fascinating stories and people associated with the historic palace, not to mention supernatural occurrences.
Admission £5.00 (Inc. Light refreshments)
ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL.

Wildlife walk at Rainham Marshes - Sunday
2022-10-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, New Tank Road, Purfleet, RM19 1SZ
Join our fabulous team as we take you on a wonderful wildlife walk around the marshes.
Friendly guides will take you for a stroll around the reserve to see the highlights of the season’s wildlife.
You don’t need to book in advance – you can just come along and pay on the day.
Adult £5 (£4 members). Please bring your membership cards with you. Normal reserve entrance fees apply for non-members.
Binoculars available for hire.
Please ensure you arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the event start time.
Wear weather appropriate clothing, and meet us at the reception desk in the visitor centre.
Our walks are usually 2 hours long, but if we see lots it could take us longer to get back to the centre. Do let your guide know how long you want to be out exploring.
All dates and times

January 2022: Friday 21, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
February 2022: Friday 18, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
March 2022: Friday 18, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
April 2022: Friday 22, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
May 2022: Friday 20, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
June 2022: Friday 17, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
July 2022: Friday 22, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
August 2022: Friday 19, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
September 2022: Friday 16, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
October 2022: Friday 21, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
November 2022: Friday 18, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
December 2022: Friday 16, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
January 2023: Friday 20, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
February 2023: Friday 17, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm
March 2023: Friday 17, 10am to 12 noon, Sunday 23, 1 to 3pm

Contact
rainham.marshes@rspb.org.uk
01708 899840

Location: Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve, New Tank Hill Road, Purfleet, Essex RM19 1SZ

Say it Loud - Poetry Slam
2022-10-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Queen’s Theatre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1QT
For Black History month we will be doing an evening of spoken word and a celebration of Black culture. We are keen for local artists to participate and open mic slots will be available in advance.
Keep your eyes peeled on how to sign up!

Excel Women's Centre Presents
2022-10-27 17:30 - 21:30 | ESSEX
EXCEL WOMEN’S CENTRE – BHM

6:15 PM THU, 27 OCT 2022
From 17.30 – Stalls ,Exibition’s & Cultural food
7pm – Play: How to Have Fun In A Civil War by Ifrah Mansour,
8pm – Performances by Ali Dhaanto & Jennifer KamiKazi

GET READY - THE ULTIMATE MOTOWN PARTY
2022-11-04 19:30 - 21:30 | BROADWAY THEATRE, BROADWAY, BARKING, IG11 7LS
2648 West Grand Boulevard…..the home of what was, and always will be, Motown Records. Join us as we take a trip back to 60’s Detroit, Michigan with the celebrated stage production,
GET READY – A Night To Remember.
Amazing vocals and harmonies from a stellar cast of critically acclaimed vocal performers and extremely gifted musicians, authentically recreate the sound responsible for lifting an entire generation. Energetic choreography and dazzling costumes truly revive the most pulsating era of music the world has ever seen.
Celebrating with timeless classics from artists including Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, The Temptations, Martha and the Vandellas, The Marvelettes and many more…! Be prepared for a night of high energy choreography and feel-good songs in a two hour extravaganza of over 30 hits from the Motown and Soul era featuring the soulful lead vocals of Bizzi Dixon – The Voice UK finalist & West End Tour lead principal – together with the Motown Divas backed by the amazing Get Ready Show Band.
So, all we ask is for you to be prepared to sing, dance, and join in with the newest and most exciting Motown show in the UK. Ladies & Gentlemen….
GET READY – A NIGHT TO REMEMBER

REPAIR CAFE - SALVATION ARMY
2022-11-05 10:30 - 14:00 | Salvation Army, RM1 1JL
Don’t miss this week’s free #RepairCafe
05.11.22 Salvation Army High St, Romford RM1 1JJ 11am-2pm
Join us & skilled repairers as we help mend clothing, small electricals and bikes!
Free refreshments & cooking tips
One repair per visitor
http://ow.ly/t3EE50LpM7y

LANGTON'S - ECO FAYRE
2022-11-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Langtons Gardens, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1XJ

Cost of Living Support Roadshows
2022-11-07 10:00 - 12:00 | ESSEX
Cost of Living roadshows list
We are hosting drop-in sessions across the borough to offer support and advice for you this winter.

These events will be hosted by our Resident Engagement Team and feature talks from various supporting services from the Council.

Betra TMO Office, 8 Angmering House, Barnstaple Road, Harold Hill RM3 7SX – Monday 7 November – 10am to 12noon

MEDITATE & CREATE
2022-11-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Fairkytes Art Centre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1AX
Mindfulness sessions where you will be taken though guided meditation and creative activities that will help you develop a focused energy. Learn how to be present through sensory stimulation, slowing down and getting into your own creative flow.
Discover and explore the wellbeing benefits of engaging with art at these relaxed, informal sessions, where you will leave feeling inspired.
No previous knowledge or experience necessary

Havering Museum Photographic Exhibition
2022-11-09 11:00 - 16:00 | Havering Museum, High Street, RM1 1HR
Every Wednesday to Friday from 5 October to 16 December 2022. Booking is not required. Please check with museum on opening and exhibition access times before your visit.

Annual Exhibition of Havering Museum Photographic Group.
A creative and colourful photographic exhibition of portraits, landscapes, architecture and animals.
Contact
ellen.mary.owen@googlemail.com
01798 766571

Held daily from 11am till 4pm between 5 October and 16 December 2022
Location: Havering Museum, 19-21 High Street, Romford RM1 1JU
Cost: £3.50 Museum entry charge or £2.50 concession – children free with paying adult

Dom Joly - Holiday Snaps
2022-11-10 20:00 - 22:00 | BROOKSIDE THEATRE, 21A EASTERN ROAD, ROMFORD, RM1 3NH
Dom Joly is best known as the creator of Trigger Happy TV and star of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. Now the writer and broadcaster is undertaking his first UK tour since 2011, giving fans a rare opportunity to see him live.
Dom Joly is best known as the creator of Trigger Happy TV and star of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. Now the writer and broadcaster is undertaking his first UK tour since 2011, giving fans a rare opportunity to see him live. Dom will be talking about his exploits as a serial globe-trotting and seeker of dangerous travel spots. From North Korea though the Congo and Syria to Chernobyl, he’s visited some of the most unusual places on the planet. Joly famously attended school with Osama Bin Laden and armed with a trusty Powerpoint, fans can expect his holiday snaps to provide comedy and a sense of danger. The best-selling author will meet fans after the show to sign copies of his latest book, The Hezbollah Hiking Club.

Ticket price £22 all tickets
Running Time 2hrs
Age restrictions Strictly 12+.
Additional Info There will be no booking fee for this event and wheelchair spaces are not currently available. Babes in arms are not permitted into the auditorium under any circumstances.

We Will Remember Them
2022-11-12 10:00 - 12:00 | St Edwards Church, Market Place, Romford, RM1 3AB
Romford Remembered & Remembering
– an illustrated talk on Romford’s experience of World War One & those commemorated on St Edward’s War Memorial
Prof Jim Bolton & Fr David Simpson
Coffee is available from 10:00

Ludwig Lavater: Reluctant Ghost Hunter a talk by Dr Ian Browne
2022-11-12 13:30 - 15:00 | Havering Museum, High Street, RM1 1HR
About this event

Saturday 12 November 13:30 – 1500
Ludwig Lavater: Reluctant Ghost Hunter Dr Ian Browne delves into the career of a sixteenth century theologian whose dealings with the supernatural led him to conclude that interaction between the living and the dead should discouraged!
Admission £5.00 (Inc. Light refreshments)
ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL.

Cost of Living Support Roadshows
2022-11-14 16:00 - 18:00 | ESSEX
We are hosting drop-in sessions across the borough to offer support and advice for you this winter.

These events will be hosted by our Resident Engagement Team and feature talks from various supporting services from the Council.

Romford Central Library, St Edwards Way, Romford RM1 3AR – Monday 14 November – 4pm to 6pm

COST OF LIVING ROADSHOW
2022-11-17 17:00 - 19:00 | ESSEX
We are hosting drop-in sessions across the borough to offer support and advice for you this winter.

These events will be hosted by our Resident Engagement Team and feature talks from various supporting services from the Council.

Collier Row Library, 45 Collier Row Road, RM5 3NR – Thursday 17 November – 5pm to 7pm

LIAM GALLAGHER - KNEBWORTH 22
2022-11-17 20:00 - 22:30 | Vue Cinema Romford, The Brewery, Romford
Liam Gallagher – Knebworth 22 is a new feature-length documentary that traces Liam back to the site of his former band’s defining performances, including all-new interviews, behind the scenes and concert footage captured from 20 camera positions. The film also goes a little bit further, seeking out stories and perspectives from collaborators and fans of different generations from around the world, transposing the emotional and social context of the ’90s shows versus the tumult of our current era.

SWAN LAKE
2022-11-18 19:30 - 22:00 | BROADWAY THEATRE, BROADWAY, BARKING, IG11 7LS
SWAN LAKE

Crown Ballet
Presents Swan Lake – The greatest of all romantic ballets
Music by Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky
Crown Ballet presents to you the most famous Ballet of all time. Swan Lake is one of Tchaikovsky’s best works, featuring some of ballet’s most memorable music and breath-taking dance. After a very long break we are proud to present to you the UK Premier of this ballet company from Moldova.
Swan Lake is a tale of two young women, Odette and Odilie, who resembles each other so strikingly one can easily be mistaken for the other.
It is the compelling legend of a tragic romance in which a princess, Odette, is turned into a swan by an evil curse. Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans while out hunting. When one of the swans turns into a beautiful young woman he is instantly captivated – will his love prove strong enough to break the evil spell that she is under?
Swan Lake is full of mystery and romance and has captured the imagination of generations over the years and it continues to attract worldwide audiences, young and old.
A wonderful evening out and memories which you will cherish long after the final curtain falls.

Art Jam with Bluerskies Mindful Creatives
2022-11-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Mardyke Community Centre, South Street, Rainham, RM13 8PJ
Come and join BluerSkies Mindful Creatives at these social, art making sessions. No previous art experience necessary.

About this event

This is a new, regular, social art making session. Each time you come you can expect something new to explore.
BluerSkies Mindful Creatives (BMC) are a local creative duo who believe passionately in the positive power of creativity for people’s wellbeing. They were recently commissioned to bring regular, creative sessions to Orchard Village by The Orchard Collective Creators, a group of local people that live or work in the local area who make decisions about what art and cultural activities to bring to their community.
BMC tried out some sessions earlier this year that has led to this brand new programme, you can read all about them on the Havering Changing website.
Everyone is welcome at Art Jam, including those who:

Enjoy being creative.
Don’t think they’re good at art but want to be more creative.
Not convinced art is for them, but curious to find out more.
Enjoy meeting people and socialising.

This is a four hour event, however please feel free to drop in and out as suits you!
Please note: anyone under the age of 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult at all times.
During the sessions you will also share some delicious food from local businesses. Please answer the dietary requirements question when booking your tickets so we can ensure we cater for everyone.

ROYAL BALLET: A DIAMOND CELEBRATION 22/23
2022-11-20 14:00 - 17:00 | VUE
The Royal Ballet’s dazzling Principals lead an evening not to be missed, their sparkling talents a perfect fit for a diamond anniversary. Celebrating the 60th anniversary of The Friends of Covent Garden, this programme recognizes the amazing support of all ROH Friends past and present.

The showcase will demonstrate the breadth and diversity of The Royal Ballet’s repertory in classical, contemporary and heritage works. It will also include world premieres of short ballets by choreographers Pam Tanowitz, Joseph Toonga and Valentino Zucchetti as well as The Royal Ballet’s first performance of For Four by Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon and a performance of George Balanchine’s Diamonds.

COST OF LIVING ROADSHOW
2022-11-22 14:00 - 16:00 | ESSEX
We are hosting drop-in sessions across the borough to offer support and advice for you this winter.

These events will be hosted by our Resident Engagement Team and feature talks from various supporting services from the Council.

Upminster Library, 26 Corbets Tey Road, Upminster RM14 2BB – Tuesday 22 November – 2pm to 4pm
