What’s going on in Medway

Your latest update of what’s going on around Medway is here.  With all the latest news and events to keep you informed on the activities around the area.

 

 

Exclusive to Medway Residents

From Monday, 3 June, our Household Waste and Recycling Centres will be exclusive to Medway residents only.

To access our three sites at Capstone, Hoath Way (Gillingham) and Cuxton, you will always need to show a proof of ID. A photo card driving licence or Medway Council tax bill will be accepted as ID at our sites.

Don’t forget to bring your ID from Monday, 3 June.

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Castle Concerts 2019

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What’s On

 

Ben Aaronovitch and his partner in (graphic novel) crime, Andrew Cartmel

Thu, 16 May, 7.30-9pm, Chatham Library

Together they create the graphic version of Ben’s bestselling Rivers of London series. To book your free seat, phone 01634 337799.

Full details on our Facebook page

 

 

Jungle Book

Sun, 26 May, 1.30pm and 5.30pm, The Central Theatre

With brand new songs, creative staging and bags full of fun, why not bring your cheeky little monkeys to laugh like a pack of hyenas when The Jungle Book swings into town!

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Exciting Science

Sat, 1 June, 11.30am and 3pm, The Brook Theatre

This brand new educational show will amaze and astound all ages from 4 years upwards and put the “Exciting” back into Science.

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Medway Cycling Festival

Sat, 8 – Sun, 16 June, various locations across Medway

The Medway Cycling Festival returns for 2019, offering nine days of events and activities to encourage the people of Medway to get out and about on their bikes.

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Extra Care Housing

Extra Care Housing provides an alternative to conventional residential care homes, and instead offers people the independence of their own apartment with access to onsite care and support services. Atlas Place, St Marys Island, Chatham, provides 38 affordable rented apartments and 24 shared ownership apartments.

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News and Information

Lower My Drinking

The weather is getting warmer and some of you have already had your first BBQ of the season. A top-tasting drink is an essential part to any spread and there’s lots of no-alcoholic options that are perfect this May Bank Holiday. Why not:

• Try mixing cranberry juice with soda water. A perfect thirst-quencher
• Mojitos are refreshing: This Sugar Smart recipe from Diabetes UK takes just five minutes
• Water works wonders: Always have water alongside an alcoholic choice to stay hydrated

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Try your hand at something new this summer…

Look out for Medway Adult Educations’s Give it a Go trial workshops, there’s plenty to choose from whether your interest is painting, arts, crafts, pottery, languages and lots more. Discover something new, release a hidden talent or just make the most of your leisure time. Sessions start from £5 per person.

Full details on our Facebook page

 

 

 

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