Events, information and news in Medway

Here is your regular update from Medway Council, with all the latest events, information and news in Medway.

 

 

 

 

Mini Youth Sports Camps

Perfect for children aged 7-12 to have fun while staying active.

We offer a wide variety of coach-led sports including pickleball, handball, basketball, dodgeball, football, Danish longball and water activities.

Tuesday, 19 to Friday, 22 February, 9.30am – 4pm (additional breakfast option available from 8.30am and twilight until 5pm). Various pricing options available. Email us to find out more, [email protected]

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Swim like a mermaid or merman at Splashes

Complete with tail and fin, our Fin2Fit mermaid taster sessions will give you the opportunity to learn the skills required, and demonstrate the fitness craze of mermaiding. £25 per session including a slushie. Monday, 18 February, 6-7.30pm, Wednesday, 20 February, 9.30-11am and Friday, 22 February 9.30-11am. Pop into the centre to book or

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Your Vote Matters

The deadline to register in time to vote in the Local and Parish elections in Medway on Thursday, 2 May, is getting closer.

Don’t leave it too late. It takes 5 minutes and all you need is your national insurance number. Register by Friday, 12 April.

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What’s On

Bridgeworks Exhibition – until 12 March 2019

Come along to Medway Archives Centre, Strood this half term to find out about 2000 years of bridges and the modern day role of an ancient charity. Our free exhibition featuring interactive displays and Langdon’s den and the dedicated children’s area provides fun for all the family. No booking required.

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Kids go Free for Half Term – Eastgate House

Come and explore Rochester’s beautiful 16th and 17th townhouse this half term. Includes dressing up, the Victorian school room and our ever popular mice trail. Free entry for up to three children when accompanied by a paying adult.

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Twirlywoos Live – 9 March

Expect mischief, music and plenty of surprises as they share the delight of discovery.  With beautifully inventive puppetry the show promises a cast full of all your favourite characters from the hit TV show. Coming to The Central Theatre.

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News and Information

Medway Adult Education – Learn for less, or for free!

Did you know that there is a range of financial support and concessions available if you are over 60, or a job seeker, or in receipt of a benefit (or a dependent of someone else who is), your course could be free or at a reduced price. *T&C apply.

Learn something new, update your work-skills, meet new friends, or make the most of your leisure time. There’s more than 600 courses a year to choose from. Phone us 01634 338400

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Four Elms Hill – Have your say on our Air Quality Action Plan

Medway Council declared a new (fourth) Air Quality Management Area at Four Elms Hill, Chattenden in October 2017. The council is now required to develop an Air Quality Action Plan for the area to work towards improving the air quality.

Do you regularly commute through Four Elms Hill? We would like to get the views of residents, local businesses and stakeholders on what they feel are the issues, and what measures could be implemented to work towards improving the air quality in Four Elms Hill.

A copy of our current Action Plan for the Central Medway, Pier Road, Gillingham, and High Street Rainham Air Quality Management Areas can be found here.

Complete our short survey on the action plan here before Thursday, 28 February and give us your views.

 

Shared Lives

You can make a real difference to someone’s life as a Shared Lives carer.

Shared Lives is a flexible paid role which isn’t like other caring jobs. As a Shared Lives carer, you will support an adult who you have got to know first and who you know will fit in with your family circumstances. In addition whoever you care for will have chosen you too!

Many Shared Lives carers say caring for someone in this way is like extending your family. And, just like family, you get to share lots of experiences, you get to see that person developing and building their independence. It’s hugely rewarding.

To find out more come and chat to the team when the visit Walderslade Village Library from 9.30am on Tuesday, 19 February, email [email protected] or phone 01634 337100

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