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The full list we hold, in date order, can be seen on www.thenet.uk.net To have details of your event included please email them to clubs@thenet.uk.net Copy date for August events Tuesday 12th July This is a free service for local voluntary organisations. We will only accept details in writing - letter or email. The publishers reserve the right to shorten or omit entries at their discretion. CHARITIES Unfortunately lack of space means we do not have room for all the Charities entries this month. They all appeared last month and will be included again in the next edition. Action for Children, Maidstone supports children and young people affected by abuse, neglect, disability, homelessness, family break up and much more. Supporters to form a fundraising committee and help with street or store collections needed. Information 01622 693692 or selena.goldsmith@actionforchildren.org.uk Age Concern Maidstone offer free computer classes for Borough of Maidstone residents at Mill Street offices suitable for complete beginners aged over 50. Learn to email, browse the web and use computer programmes. Contact 01622 753618 to register or for more details. Age Concern Malling Day Centre open five days a week with days for dementia clients plus six Community Day Centres, information & advice, contact 01732 848008 or email rachael@ageconcernmalling.org.uk. Also working with West Kent Community Care CIC for help with independent living, ring 01732 873977, email trading@ westkentcc.co.uk for details of WKCC. Allington Millennium Green is a semi-wild area, where people can simply walk and sit, and it provides a rich habitat for wildlife. Volunteers who enjoy working outdoors are very welcome to help us maintain this important oasis for Nature. Contact drbdwhite@gmail.com. Aylesford Community Centre 25 Forstal Road, ME20 7AU, benefiting Aylesford Parish by advancing education and providing facilities for social welfare, recreation and leisure-time occupation. For more information see www. avcc-hallhire.co.uk or ring 01622 717473 Important Notice If you have an entry in any of the Clubs and Societies Sections: Charities, Churches, Hobbies, Music & the Arts, Self Help, Social Concerns, Social Groups, Sports or Youth please carefully proof check the details and email clubs@thenet.uk.net if any changes are required. Please note if your entry is not included this month a full list is available on the website www.thenet.uk.net page 4 Scottish Country Dance Club We now meet weekly on Fridays at Bredgar Village Hall 8.00 - 10.00pm. Planning a wedding ceilidh or preparing for a Burn’s Night celebration? Want to try Scottish Country Dancing? Guaranteed fun and fitness Ring 07952 382424 or email elawrence@rmgs.org.uk for more details Beanstalk a national charity that recruits and trains volunteers to help children, aged 6-11 who struggle with their reading develop a love of reading and learning. For further information and application pack contact Sarah Smith kent@beanstalkcharity.org.uk,, 01622 662026 or see www.beanstalkcharity.org.uk Bearsted Country Market is held in the WI Hall, The Street, Bearsted, ME14 4EX on Saturday mornings from 10.00 – 11.00am. Produce locally grown or home made home baked goods. Helpers and new producers welcome, please enquire at the Market Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Road, Maidstone, 01622 726128 www.blackthorn.org.uk Our gardens, plant nursery and café are open 9.30am – 3.30pm Monday to Saturday with bread, plants and handmade crafts available to buy Breathe Easy Maidstone & District we help anyone living with a lung condition. Group meets 3rd Tuesday each month, Langley Village Hall, Horseshoes Lane, ME17 3JY, 2.00 – 4.00pm. Fun, informative meetings, speakers and social activities, all warmly welcomed. Information contact 01622 664943 or 03000 030 555. British Wireless for the Blind Fund supply specially adapted audio equipment on a permanent free loan basis to UK registered blind/partially sighted people, over the age of eight on means tested benefit. 10 Albion Place, Maidstone ME14 5DZ 01622 754757 Fax: 01622 751725 Email: info@blind.org.uk Website: www.blind.org.uk Cancer Research UK Maidstone Volunteers Needed urgently for charity shop, various roles from working on the shop floor to preparing stock. For an application form or further details please contact Sarah McCloy Volunteer Recruitment Co-ordinator sarahmccloy@hotmail.co.uk or telephone the Shop Manager 01622 662502 Youth Club Are you in school years 7 to 11 & interested in meeting new people? If so, please come and join our Youth Club at The Salvation Army, 74-80 Union Street, Maidstone (ME14 1ED) Open to all in school years 7 to 11 inclusive. Friday evenings (term time), from 7.00 – 9pm Cost of entry £1 per person The tuck shop is extra. Enjoy playing Wii, darts, nerf guns, table tennis, pool and lots more. Why not come along and join in the fun? 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SMALL ENOUGH TO CARE, BIG ENOUGH TO COPE www.K-C-ROOFING.co.uk Call Adrian 01622 532732 07843 200608 LTD Reg. Office Address: 10 Savage Road Lordswood Chatham Kent ME5 8DY GAS BOILER Care and Cover Agreements INCLUDE ALL PARTS AND LABOUR* NO EXCESS FEES From £4.16** per month *Subject to an inspection 0800 4087 911 Maidstone: 01622 804838 www.kentsolar.uk.com the net Maidstone Chatham: 01634 313337 Head Office: 0800 4087911 506256 **Service Only Cover Sittingbourne: 01795 858137 info@kentsolar.uk.com page 5 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 4 Volunteers Needed Heart of Kent Hospice in Aylesford is hoping to recruit a further 200 volunteers for a wide variety of roles. We have patient-facing roles as well as positions with our catering, retail and administration teams. If you have some spare time on your hands, are looking to update your CV, gain experience for university applications or are simply looking for a rewarding experience and a chance to use your skills, then why not contact us and find out how you could help. Do you know a community place in which we could display a poster or leaflets? Are you a member of a group or club which we could visit to discuss volunteering? If so we would love to hear from you. For more information please contact Laura Woodham 01622 792200 ext 225 or email volunteers@hokh.co.uk or visit www.hokh.org/vacancies. Cats Protection - Maidstone & District - rescuing and rehoming cats and kittens. Volunteers, foster carers, permanent homes and donations always needed, for details ring 0845 371275, www.maidstone.cats.org.uk. Cinnamon Trust is a charity for the elderly and the terminally ill with pets. We have volunteers who can help with dog walking or Short Term Fostering pets when owners are unable to. The service is free. If you need assistance with your pets then call us on 01736 757900 or email admin@cinnamon.org.uk Computers 4 Africa accepts working redundant P.C’s and IT equipment from individuals, corporates and organisations, once securely data wiped, they are shipped to schools, colleges, libraries, and other projects in Africa. 4 Priory Park, Mills Road, Aylesford. See www. computers4africa.org.uk or call 03000 112233. Congo Action is a Charity run by volunteers, working in the DRC (Congo) to provide education and training in remote parts of Central Africa. Trustees & volunteers needed to raise funds & expand our much needed projects. Visit our website: www.congoaction.co.uk; or email congoaction@hotmail.com; phone 01622 682566 Cutbush & Corrall Charity, provides affordable housing to residents of Maidstone and Harrietsham, who are over 50, retired from full-time employment, can live independently and are in need. Further details see www. cutbushandcorrall.co.uk or ring 01622 765612. Samaritans Need someone to talk to? Feeling sad, low, depressed or suicidal? We are here 24 hours a day 7 days a week to provide you with confidential non-judgmental emotional support, National Free phone number 116 123 Don’t bottle it up – tell someone about it! page 6 Legally Blonde Presented by Kentish Players Central Theatre, Chatham Thurs 30th June – Saturday 2nd July, 7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2.00pm Omigod you guys! Legally Blonde The Musical is the story of college sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods, who doesn’t take no for an answer. When her boyfriend dumps her for someone serious, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books and heads for Harvard Law! Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. Tickets from £13.50 (concessions available) For tickets please contact the Central Theatre Box Office 01634 338338 or visit www.medwayticketslive.co.uk Demelza Hospice Care for Children, Rook Lane, Bobbing, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 8DZ for details see www.demelza.org.uk or ring 01795 845288 Dementia Buddy Scheme Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust currently recruiting Buddies whose sole responsibility is on the patient providing company, stimulation and one to one attention, especially at meal times. Interested? Contact Natalie Emerick 07964 501291 or natalie.emerick@alz-dem.org Down about deforestation? So over oil? Want to make the world a greener place? Come to NKG Active, your friendly local Greenpeace group. We meet third Wednesday each month. Interested? Call 01634 324860 for more information see www.greenpeace.org.uk/groups Dyspraxia Action! website www.dyspraxia-action.org Facebook has up to date tips and experiences. Friends of Rochester Cathedral Become a Friend and for a modest subscription help ensure the preservation of this historic building and the continuation of its religious and charitable works. Tours, events, publications, outings. 1, The College, The Precinct, Rochester 01634 832142 e-mail friendsofrochestercathedral@btinternet.com German Shepherd Dog Rescue is a volunteer run charity dedicated to the rescue, fostering and re-homing of GSD’s nationwide. If you think you can offer a GSD a good home or want to help GSDR in any way, please visit www.germanshepherdrescue.co.uk or email info@ germanshepherdrescue.co.uk. Greyhound & Lurcher Rescue - Foster homes needed for greyhounds and lurchers in Kent while we find them their permanent loving homes. Support and advice provided by volunteers. Ring 07000 785092 or see www. grwe.com for more information on the charity. Dr Jazz St. Nicholas’ Church Poplar Grove, Allington, Maidstone ME16 0DE Presents a Jazz Evening Friday 1st July, Doors open 7.30pm Free entry with a collection for church funds and wine on sale ...See more clubs and societies on page 8 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... the net Maidstone the net Maidstone page 7 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 6 Kent Wildlife Trust Walk Saturday 2nd July, 10.00am – 12noon Wildlife Walk A leisurely walk around Vinters Valley Local Nature Reserve to spot summer flora and fauna. Meet at Reserve Lodege, Lodge Road, New Cut Road, Maidstone ME14 5EH Led by Peter Kirby, bring stout footwear if wet. Guide Dogs Maidstone Helping blind and partially sighted people have the same freedom of movement as everyone else. For more details see www.guidedogs. org.uk ring 0845 3727422 or email cassandra.moss@ guidedogs.org.uk Harmony Therapy Trust provides free holistic therapy to those in Kent living with cancer or other serious life altering illnesses upon Medical referral. Tel: 01795 663050 for more information or to ask about volunteering or joining us as a paid therapist or e-mail thtt2010@gmail.com Heart of Kent Hospice Preston Hall, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7PU Tel: 01622 792200 Fax: 01622 791305 or visit our website www.hokh.org. Holding On Letting Go a children’s bereavement charity for aged 6-16 years and their families throughout Kent. Entirely run by volunteers if you would like to help email info@holdingonlettinggo.org.uk or see our website www. holdingonlettinggo.org.uk Kent Association for the Blind supports Visually Impaired People in Kent and is looking for volunteers for a variety of roles for more information please contact Jo Wilkinson 01622 691357 email jo.wilkinson@kab.org.uk Kent Greyhound Rescue - rescuing and re-homing greyhounds and lurchers throughout the South East. Foster homes, volunteers and donations always required. Call 07544 303821 www.kentgreyhoundrescue.com Email: carena.kentgreyhoundrescue@yahoo.co.uk Kenward Trust helps people with substance misuse / addiction issues and their relatives, including young people, and works to support ex-offenders. We also have rooms for hire. For enquiries phone 01622 814187 or email enquiry@kenwardtrust.org.uk Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research For further information please contact the Maidstone Branch on 01622 756506 or 01622 720989. Lost / Found Dogs All missing and found dogs should be reported to the local council dog warden. Help and advice is available Free of Charge on 0844 8003220 a free poster service is available on line at www.doglost.co.uk to help find your dog. Stolen dogs – Kent section of doglost works in collaboration with Kent Police. Kent Wildlife Trust Saturday 2nd July, 10.00am – 2.00pm Silkscreen Workshop Tyland Barn Visitors Centre Be inspired by the nature and wildlife of the local environment and create silkscreen prints using paper stencils and natural forms. Run by Sue Batt a local artist and experienced tutor.Please bring an overall or apron, a small extra charge for materials. £20 per person. Booking essential. See www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk or call 01622 662012 for details. page 8 YOUR CHANCE TO WIN Complete our Reader Survey at Complete our Reader Survey atand surveymonkey.co.uk/r/thenet be entered into the Prize Drawand to win surveymonkey.com/r/P58B9BX £100 £100 be entered into the Prize Draw to win Advertising Businesses and Voluntary Groups Serving the Local Community Ladies Prayer Breakfast Saturday 2nd July 8.30am - 10.00am (approx) The Salvation Army, 74-80 Union Street, Maidstone (ME14 1ED). Pre-booking is required To book a place, please phone the Community office on 01622 681808 Come and share in a continental breakfast & ladies time for reflection and prayer. Voluntary donations welcome. Lucky Tales Dog Rescue Without Borders rescue dogs from outside the UK borders and re-home them within the UK, we are looking for foster/adoption families, for information contact julie.bacon@live.co.uk 07921 368167 or 01634 222300 visit our website www. luckytalesdogrescue.eu CHURCHES Unfortunately lack of space means we do not have room for all the Churches entries this month. They all appeared last month and will be included again in the next edition HOBBIES Unfortunately lack of space means we do not have room for all the Hobbies entries this month. They all appeared last month and will be included again in the next edition. MUSIC & THE ARTS Aylesford Village Voices, Have a go at singing, no previous experience is needed, we meet on Monday afternoons 2.00 - 3.30pm at The Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford. Check our website www.livinglively.org. uk or contact Celia 01233 750585. ...See more clubs and societies on page 10 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... the net Maidstone Kitchen Transformations Save up to 40% off the cost of a new Kitchen Door replacements from £1500.00 Less hassle, Less time, Less cost…. ● Huge choice of door styles and colours in any size ● Made to Measure Solid Wood in Paintedor Lacquered Oak finishes ● Installed quickly and cleanly by local professional fitters ● Worktops, Appliances, Sinks and Taps supplied ● Quartz overlay for a non porous and hygienic work surface ● Senior Citizens Discount ● Competitive Pricing KITCHEN BASE 01622 753371 Visit Our Showroom, Email: salesme@kitchen-base.co.uk Call for a Free home survey and quotation 12 Pudding Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1LN Web: www.kitchen-base.co.uk Look out! for our High Quality German inspired complete Kitchen Range the net Maidstone page 9 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 8 Gert and Daisy The Story of Maidstone Zoo Cobtree Manor Park Walks and Talks Forstal Road, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7AE Saturday 2nd July, 10.00am - 12noon A guided walk with a local historian. Find the traces of Sir Garrard’s Zoo Park, Look at old photographs, listen to the fascinating stories and anecdotes For older children and adults. No dogs. Free of charge. Booking essential ring 01622 715702 or Tel/Text: 07764 919147 or email: cobtreemanorpark@maidstone.gov.uk Bearsted Choral Society rehearses Mon 7.30 - 9.30pm, Bearsted Methodist Church, Ware Street, Bearsted. Four concerts a year. We have now grown to 60 enthusiastic singers in all four voices and new members are warmly welcomed. See www.bearstedchoral.org.uk ring 01622 695016 or email secretary@bearstedchoral.org.uk Chandeliers Drama Group (50th anniversary) 8.00pm – 10.00pm Mondays & Thursdays Madginford Village Hall, Egremount Road, Bearsted. New members welcome: act, sing, prompt, props, backstage, front of house etc. Just come along or phone, Maria Watson 07887 780097 Cobdown Art Club meet at Cobdown Sports and Social Club, Station Road, Ditton Monday 7.00 – 9.00pm, Wednesday 12noon - 3.30pm and Thurday 7.00 9.00pm. Two exhibitions a year. New members welcome contact Robin Cooper 01732 841516. Concert Party If you like to sing, are retired and living in Medway with your own transport we should like to hear from you. We are looking for new members to join our small friendly Concert Party which gives afternoon performances in the Medway and Maidstone area. Please contact Patricia 01634 671301 or Peter 01634 851138 Dance Group Boughton Monchelsea Morris dancers Thursdays (Sept to April) 8.00 – 9.00pm Maidstone, St. Andrew’s Church Hall, Tonbridge Road, Barming, ME16 9AN (entrance St. Andrews Road) No membership fees. Visitors and new members male & female age 8 to 75 very welcome. See www.boughtonmorris.uwclub.net or email Boughtonmorris@uwclub.net for more information. Boughton Monchelsea Village Fete Companion Dog Show Saturday July 2nd entries from 12noon, Judging from 2.30pm Recreation Ground ME17 4HN 2.00pm Auction of Canine Sketches by Graham Clarke Pedigree Classes £2 per class Judge Debbie Willett Novelty Classes £1.50 per class Judge John Willett Obedience/Fun classes £1.50 per class Judge Heather Knowler Donations from proceeds to Dogs Trust For more details ring 01622 744098 page 10 Open Garden The Heart of Kent Hospice Preston Hall, Aylesford ME20 7PU Saturday 2nd July, 2.00 – 5.00pm The Hospice garden is a treasured space, providing a tranquil, calm and peaceful environment where patients can sit and enjoy the scents and sounds of nature with friends and family surrounded by beautiful planting. The garden has become a haven of year round colour and interest which is lovingly tended by dedicated volunteers. Entry for this event will be by suggested donation of £4 for details of this and all gardens taking part in the Open Gardens event please visit www.hokh.org Detling Players a friendly and energetic community theatre group. Our regular programme includes an outdoor Shakespeare production every two years and a ‘family’ show each Christmas. More details from Richard Finn 01622 631478 finnrc@btinternet.com Detling Singers a small, friendly choir singing a wide variety including classical, folk and show music. Meet Mondays, The Old School, Detling Village, 8.00pm. New members welcome as are enquiries for bookings. www. thedetlingsingers.co.uk or 01622 880404 Energize Parkwood Community Choir every Wednesday 7.15 - 9.00pm, Holy Family RC Church Hall, off Longshaw Road, Parkwood, Maidstone, new adult members welcome, no auditions, just singing for fun. Several concerts. £3 per week, 01622 690286 for details Try it for a week – no obligation to join. Best of British Summer Prom Maidstone Choral Union Saturday 2nd July, 7.30pm All Saints Church, Maidstone ME15 6NL A Great Feast of British Music from Handel, Parry, Elgar and Walton Music for The Royal Fireworks (Handel) Hear My Prayer, Fairest Isle, Music for a While and Trumpet Tune and Air (all by Purcell) Zadok the Priest (Handel) and Coronation Te Deum (Parry) Three songs from Sea Pictures (Elgar) Crown Imperial (Walton) Four songs from The British Isles (arranged by Martin Hindmarsh) Grand Finale: See the conquering hero Comes, Rule Britannia, Jerusalem, Land of Hope and Glory Tickets: £12 unreserved, on the door from freda@me169lb.fsnet.co.uk 01622 726193 and Maidstone Museum Visitors’ Centre 01622 602169 Children/ student tickets half price ...See more clubs and societies on page 12 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... the net Maidstone Plane & Simple Quality Carpentry All aspects of home carpentry undertaken: • Kitchen worktops • Splashbacks • Doors • Skirting • Wood Flooring Fully insured with over 30 years experience Call Paul on 01634 360254 / 07979 002 859 the the VISIT US ONLINE www.thenet.uk.net net net MEDWAY & MAIDSTONE OVEN CLEANING STANDARD OVEN ONLY £45 10% OFF FIRST BOOKING CLAIM YOUR DISCOUNT NOW! 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ROOFLINES LOCAL FAMILY RUN BUSINESS ESTABLISHED SINCE 1980 PVC REPLACEMENT FASCIAS - SOFFITS CLADDING - GUTTERING OLD TIMBER BOARDS REMOVED PVC CITY & GUILDS APPROVED INSTALLERS NEW ROOFS / ROOF REPAIRS / STACK REMOVAL EPDM RUBBER MEMBRANE FLAT ROOFS / SUPERIOR DURABILITY/SEAMLESS SHEETS IN 1 PIECE / DOES NOT SUPPORT MOSS / FLAME FREE INSTALLATION / FULLY TRAINED TECHNICIANS (ALSO PVC CLEANED / GUTTERS CLEARED / GUTTER REPAIRS) FREE ESTIMATES - TEL: 01634-867 409 OR MOB: 075 0838 2719 page 11 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 10 Maidstone Ramblers Walks Sunday 3rd July, 10.00am 8 miles/12.9 km – leisurely Finishes 3.30pm approx Starting from Leysdown, ME12 4QN TR034704 Circular walk via St. Thomas Church Flower Festival with local stalls, leisurely pace. Assistance dogs only. Lunch stop at The Ferry Inn, Harty, food available. Leader: Sue Waters, 07749 913602, sue.waters@live.co.uk Folk Night The Old House at Home, Pudding Lane, Maidstone, fourth Monday every month 8.00pm. All ages and standards welcome but arrive early if you want a seat in the “inner circle”. Friends in Harmony meet Tuesdays, 7.30pm, St. Andrew’s Church Hall, Tonbridge Road, Maidstone, to sing popular, folk and classical songs for pleasure. Two charity concerts a year. New members always welcome, no experience required, no auditions expected. Subs £20 a year. Contact Malcolm 01622 725606. Guitar Club at the Y.M.C.A Maidstone, Guitar Tuition & advice, for further details ring 01622 688001 Harmony gives all the chance to fulfil dreams, build confidence and become a star. We accept children, youths from age 5 to nurture talent in dance, song & drama at our own theatre, Hilary Hall, Mangravit, Maidstone. Details from John Kingdon 01622 763242, mobile 07769 601787, the Centre 01622 600202, john@harmonyvg.com, website www.harmonyvg.com Kent Police Male Voice Choir performs around 14 concerts a year. Open to all men, we sing an eclectic mix of music. Rehearsals Police HQ, Sutton Road, Loose ME15 9BZ, Thursday 7.15 to 9.30pm. Always looking for new members, warm welcome assured. www.kpmvc.org georgehrogers@btinternet.com or ring 07748 637923 Maidstone Amateur Operatic Society production each Spring at Hazlitt Theatre and concerts throughout the year. New members interested in all aspects of production always welcome. Sing, dance, act or help behind the scenes, we have a place for you. Details Sue Creasey 07951 362314 see www.maidstoneoperatic.com Maidstone Arts Society M.A.S. friendly Society to promote and support members interested in Art. Varied and stimulating programme, monthly meetings at Madginford Hall (September to May). Annual Exhibition in Maidstone, life study group and summer fortnightly painting out days, see www.maidstoneartsociety.com Maidstone Choral Union has presented choral works for more than 100 years. Concerts throughout the year, new singers and audiences always welcome. Rehearsals Maidstone Girls’ Grammar School, Buckland Road, Tuesdays, 7.30pm. Love to sing, want to join a friendly group, contact Lyn Coyle tomandlyn.coyle@gmail.com. Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers Walk Sunday July 3rd, 10.00am Meet at Horsmonden village green TQ701406/ TN12 8HT, 5 miles leisurely walk, dogs welcome. Details from walk leader 01892 539987. page 12 Open Garden in Support of Heart of Kent Hospice Mere House The Street, Mereworth ME18 5NB Sunday 3rd July, 2.00 – 5.00pm Visit the magnificent gardens of 18th Century Mere House with its extensive lawns and borders which are bounded by the 19th Century woodland walk and lake. The owners have redesigned the garden in an informal manner concentrating on ornamental shrubs and trees with an emphasis on foliage contrast. There are large areas of rough grass where daffodils give way to wild flowers in the summer. Enjoy the house speciality of delicious home-made teas. Entry is by suggested donation of £4. For further details of this and all gardens taking part in the Open Gardens event please visit www.hokh.org Maidstone Film Society show a season (Sept to April) of 12 films from around the world,The Hazlitt Theatre, Monday, 8.00pm. Membership for 63rd season: Single - £24.00, Couples - £42.00, Concessionary - £19.00 Secretary Francois-Yves Belver 01622 746078 Web site www.maidstone-film-society.org.uk Maidstone Music Appreciation Society Meets every 3 weeks on a Thursday evening. Maidstone Community Support Centre, Marsham Street. Contact James Andrew 01622 745463 or Gordon Sladen 01622 882395 sladen.g@googlemail.com Maidstone Singers a group of 20 accomplished singers who perform a cappella works from the 16th Century to the present day. From pre-Bach to post-Beatles a truly varied repertoire, more details 01622 630016. Maidstone Visual Artists’ Network (MVAN) For anyone interested in the Visual Arts, living or working within a 10 mile radius of Maidstone. We are a friendly group who meet informally on the first Saturday of each month, 10.30am 12noon, at the United Reformed Church, 67B Week Street, Maidstone. www.mvan.info Musical Merry Go Round music group for accompanied pre-school children, Monday 9.30 – 11.00am (term time) The Pavillion, King George V playing fields, Walnut Tree Lane, Loose, £3.50 per child, £1 additional people, details Alison 07794 040046 or Michelle 07748 746079. Family Pond Dipping Kent Wildlife Trust Tyland Barn Maidstone, ME14 3BD Sunday 3rd July, 2.00 – 3.00pm See how many different creatures and critters you can catch and identify. 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Rehearses Friday evenings, St Martin’s Church, Maidstone. Friendly and enthusiastic, wide classical repertoire welcomes new players - mainly strings & brass 01634 376979 www.oldbarnos.co.uk . Old Bridge Music Club – Aylesford. Recorded Music afternoons, Small Hall, Aylesford Community Centre, 2nd & 4th Friday each month, 2.00 – 4.00pm. New members welcome. More information - Betty 01622 754564. page 14 Maidstone Ramblers Walks Wednesday 6th July, 10.00am 11.3 miles/18.1 km – moderate Finishes 4.15pm approx Starting from Clowes Wood CP, near Chestfield. CT6 7NZ GR: TR137630 Circular walk via “Crab & Winkle Line” - Grimshill Wood - Dargate - nuclear underground monitoring post - Red Lion House (‘Bagpuss’), moderate pace. Assistance dogs only. Lunch stop at The Dove Inn, Dargate, food available. Leader: Geoff Turner, 01233 860393 Out of the Asylum 18+ Drama Group An adult drama group meets St Philip’s Church Hall, every Wednesday 8.00 - 9.30pm. Fast - paced games, improvisation and script work. Enquiries phone NIkki 01622 685564 Poets Society Recently started up in Maidstone. Meeting monthly to begin with at The Bull on Penenden Heath. New members most welcome. Bring your own work or something else which you wish to share. Details from James email jimmyp333@hotmail.co.uk or 07534 407708 ROOTS Music Club (Rainham Oast Old Time Sessions) play, dance & sing, to live American old time music 8.00pm – late 1st & 3rd Wednesday every month, bar of Rainham Oast Community Centre, Granary Close ME8 7SG. (Next to Rainham train station). Contact Graham 01634 260281 graham.g.anstee@btopenworld.com ...See more clubs and societies on page 18 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... the net Maidstone OC_Roof_Solutions_A5_Advert.qxp_Layout 1 08/03/2016 17:09 Page 1 Before After Then let us replace your old conservatory roof with the super-efficient, lightweight OC Roof Solutions Guardian Solid Roof System. 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Snodland and Valley Community Players (SaVCoPS) a new amateur dramatics group, run by it’s members, for Snodland and the Medway Valley. If your are interested in acting, singing, dancing, set building, back stage, sound, lighting, publicity, helping to serve teas, or anything else please contact 01634 244933 email savcops@gmail.com Spotlites Youth Theatre, Brunswick House School, Maidstone. 11-13 year olds 7.30 – 9.00pm every Tuesday, new members welcome. Kids Spotlites 4 - 6 years, 5.30 - 6.30pm. Spotlites Children’s Theatre 7 -11 years, 6.30 7.45pm plus new dance session. Spotlites Youth Theatre 14 -18 years, 7.45 - 9.30pm. Call 01634 829468 or online www.spotlites.co.uk Sutton Valence Choral Society rehearse Monday 7.30 - 9.30pm, the Music Room, Sutton Valence School - just off North Street. Four concerts a year plus Carol Concerts usually at All Saints Church, Maidstone. New members welcome in all four voice parts 01622 842269, website www/suttonvalencechoral.co.uk. The Heath Players meet East Malling Institute. Mill Street, ME19 6DD, Friday 8.00 - 10.00pm. An amateur dramatic group founded 1948 welcomes anyone from 8 80+ who is interested in getting involved with any aspect of amateur theatre. Details see www.heathplayers.com ring 07703 813100 or email lewisireland1993@aol.com The Society of Recorder Players Kent Branch - A small, friendly group of adult players who meet on Wednesday evenings during term time. We play a wide variety of music from 6th to the 21st centuries. Players with reasonable sight reading skills welcome, contact Anna Picken, 01580 388563, annapicken@talktalk.net Theatre 2000 Amateur Dramatic Group in conjunction with Harmony. Own 100 seat fully equipped theatre, Rehearsals Wed & Fri 8.00pm. Harmony Community Arts Centre Mangravet Maidstone. New Members Welcome for all aspects of amateur theatre. For information E-mail theatre2000@outlook.com or ring 01622 678683 Thomas Clark Quire specialises in music written for, and performed in Kentish churches during the 18th and 19th centuries. 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month, 8-10pm, Maidstone Baptist Church, Knightrider Street. New singers and string or woodwind players very welcome, no auditions, just come along, information 01622 763916. Kent Wildlife Trust Sunday 9th July, 10.00am – 1.00pm Watercolour Workshop Tyland Barn Visitors Centre Celebrate wild flowers and meadow landscapes at a watercolour workshop run by Carole Robson a local artist and experienced tutor. Participants need to bring their own art materials, £15 per person booking essential. See www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk or call 01622 662012 for details. page 16 Vitality London 10KM Run for Heart of Kent Hospice with no minimum sponsorship amount required! Sunday 10th July The iconic road race, now in its 16th year, passes some of London’s most famous landmarks. This is a fast, flat course with plenty of potential to run a personal best! Entry is just £50, No minimum sponsorship is required but fundraising is encouraged. To book one of our seven remaining places call Becky in Fundraising at Heart of Kent Hospice- 01622 790195 – or email fundraising@hokh.co.uk . Willington Players a small, friendly and sociable group for over 16s with a professional approach to drama. Two plays each year at the Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone. Rehearsals Mon & Thurs, 7.30pm Downswood Community Centre. Subs £20 plus £1 per evening, Details email: enquiries@willingtonplayers.org.uk SELF HELP Alcoholics Anonymous an organisation run by recovering alcoholics with the primary purpose of helping others to achieve sobriety. Call 01622 751842 to speak to someone who understands the problem, regular meetings see http://alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk Allington Alligators. We are a group of local volunteers who undertake litter-picking in the Allington area. More volunteers are needed please to make Allington a litterfree zone. Join us on www.litteraction.org.uk to receive information about our next organised event or contact April Lambourne 01622 763553. Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Café (Maidstone) – Supporting people with dementia and carers. Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday 2.00pm – 4.00pm, 1 Dairy Court, Fairview Farm, Linton Road, Maidstone, ME15 0AL For more details please contact Vicki Baldwin on 01622 747181 or Victoria.baldwin@alzheimers.org.uk. Alzheimer’s Society Kent and Medway have lots of opportunities for Fundraising Volunteers. Help lead the fight against dementia. Contact Rosie Hutchinson r. hutchinson@alzheimers.org.uk or ring 01622 747181 Befriending Service West Kent Age UK if you are over 18, have spare time, good listening skills, sense of humour and respect different lifestyles you could volunteer email befriending@ageukmaidstone.org.uk or call Freephone 0800 0484648. To benefit from the Befriending service please contact the same number Maidstone Ramblers Walks Sunday 10th July, 10.00am 6 miles/9.7 km – leisurely Finishes 1.00pm approx Starting from Wateringbury Station CP, ME18 5EA GR: TQ692528 Circular walk via Mill Pond - Canon Court Farm - Pizien Well - Nettlestead Church, leisurely pace. Assistance dogs only. Some good views in places, 1 or 2 stiles. Optional pub stop at end of walk. Leader: Carol H, 01622 744294 ...See more clubs and societies on page 18 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... the net Maidstone 25 ! NOWurvey L L s CA home For a Efficient Reliable Service No job too small Fully insured For free estimate contact Russell 07952 833785 rslk@blueyonder.co.uk the free 01622 232275 / 07899 905 301 Unit 1B02 Elm Court Estate, Capstone Road, Gillingham. ME7 3JQ The Fibreglass Roofing experts. 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Foley Street, Maidstone, ME14 5BE the net Maidstone page 17 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 14 Open Garden in Support of Heart of Kent Hospice Manor Field Pilgrims Way, Hollingbourne ME17 1RD Sunday 10th July, 2.00 – 5.00pm The owners of Manor Field have developed this beautiful garden over 13 years within a former field of Hollingbourne Manor and are delighted to be opening it exclusively for Heart of Kent Hospice. The well designed garden sloping down from the North Downs has stunning views and leads the visitor under a rose clad pergola, via a secret garden and past rich mixed borders. A shady grotto provides a cool space and the colourful collection of roses is a central highlight. Plenty of benches allow visitors to absorb the garden calm and admire nature in and around the large pond and mini waterfall. The heated swimming pool will be open (but unattended) for those wishing to take a summer plunge! Entry is by suggested donation of £5 for further details of this and all the gardens taking part in the Open Gardens event please visit www.hokh.org Breastfeeding Support Group LLL (La Leche League) Kent volunteer breastfeeding counsellors offer support by phone or face-to-face in weekly meetings. looking for accurate information on breastfeeding, starting solids or weaning, then LLL is for you! Meeting venues and dates see LLL Kent or email Emilia emilia_lll@yahoo.co.uk Career Help 16 or 17 years old not in Education, Training or Work and no qualifications? Join Positive Directions to receive Free 1 to 1 support at Job Advice Centre (CSC) St Martin’s Church Hall, Northumberland Road, Maidstone. Ring 01622 752751 or 0789 4152 911. Email: david. williams@csc.thebeaconchurch.org Carers FIRST a charity supporting adult and young Carers (anyone who provides unpaid support to a loved one) in Maidstone Ramblers Walks Wednesday 13th July, 10.00am 10.7 miles/17.2 km –moderate Finishes 4.00pm approx Starting from Shipbourne Common, near The Chaser PH, TN11 9PE GR: TQ593523 Circular walk via Trench Shaw - Great Hollanden Farm - Underriver - One Tree Hill Ightham Mote, moderate pace. Assistance dogs only. Some additional parking available outside church and up the road in the village. Lunch stop at The White Rock Inn, Underriver, GR TQ556520, food available. Leader: Barry Naylor, 01622 739493 page 18 Maidstone Ramblers Walks Thursday 14th July, 10.30am 3.3 miles/5.2 km – leisurely Finishes 12.15pm approx Starting from Old Loose Hill, SOUTH of Loose village, near Herts Farm, ME15 0AN. GR: TQ757516 Circular walk via Windy Ridge - Gordon Court - orchards south of Loose, leisurely pace. Assistance dogs only. Limited parking - please share cars. N.B. Postcode is for Herts Farm. Fairly flat, 3-4 stiles. Optional pub stop after walk. Leader: Carol H, 01622 744294 North West Kent and Medway. Trained staff ensure we respond Carers needs providing access to training, social groups, short break respite, activities, trips and more. See www.carersfirst.org.uk ring 0300 303 1555 email amy. weaver@carersfirst.org.uk for details. Carers’ Support Ashford a registered charity who provide information, advice and guidance, practical and emotional help to family members, friends and neighbours who are unpaid carers. Ring 01233 664393 email keeley@carersashford.org.uk for more information or see www.carersashford.org.uk . Cocaine Anonymous; Do you think you have a problem with cocaine and other drugs? Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using all mind-altering substances. Regular meetings locally see http://www.cauk.org or contact 0800 6120225. Dementia Kent Helpline 24 hours provides information and emotional support for people with dementia and their carers, family and friends. Health and Social Care Professionals are also welcome to use the Helpline ring 0800 500 3014 Diabetes UK Care Connect Campaign Maidstone Voluntary Group. For information please contact: Derek Savage 01622 763779 or dereksavage@virginmedia.com Ditton Internet Café Tuesdays & Thursdays 9.30-12.30 The Cedar Rooms, Kiln Barn Lane, Ditton, a Charity sponsored by Ditton Youth Club, offering tuition in the Messy Church Thursday 14th July The Salvation Army, 74-80 Union Street, Maidstone A time for primary school aged children and their families to enjoy fun messy activities, a time of worship and share a meal together. Activities start at 4.00pm (open from 3.30pm if you wish to come straight from school) and the session will finish 6.00pm. 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Assistance dogs only. Lunch stop at The Red Lion, Badlesmere, food available Leader: Carol W, walks@maidstoneramblers.org.uk use of computers, donation £1 per hour & 10p per printed sheet welcomed, Computers available for use at same rate. Refreshments - small charge. Biscuit and laughter Free! Dog walkers and passers by welcome Dyslexia House Association, a local dyslexia association serving Medway and Mid-Kent - interested visit www. medwaydys.org where there are lists of tutors, assessors and information. Helpline Tues, Wed & Thurs 10.00am - 3.00pm 01622 717308, British Dyslexia Association’s helpline 0845 251 9002 Family Matters provides counselling for children and adult survivors of rape and sexual abuse. The helpline offers practical and emotional support ( this is NOT a 24hr service, a message can be left and the helpline will call back) Helpline 01474 537392 Fibromyalgia Maidstone & Weald Support Group meet bi-monthly every third Wednesday of the month 1.30 - 3.30pm, Salvation Army Hall, 74-78 Union Street,, Maidstone details Julie.amos@sky.com 01622 739010 Gamblers Anonymous a support group for gamblers and their family supporters. Meetings at Maidstone (Monday) and Strood (Wednesday) and throughout the country. Contact 24 hour helpline for details 020 7384 3040. There is help for you 24 hours a day. Headway West Kent Maidstone Drop In for people with acquired brain injury. Drop In for information, advice and support in an informal setting, every Thursday 10.30am12.30pm Maidstone Community Support Centre, Marsham Street. Family and carers welcome. Contact Kate on 01892 619001 or dropin@headwaywkent.org.uk KASBAH Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus,support and advice in Kent & Medway. Independent living projects (Hattie Webb House in Rochester) for young adults with physical and/or mild learning disabilities, also day training, 01634 404468 or email hattie-webbhouse@kasbah.org.uk Kent Wildlife Trust Walk Saturday 16th July, 10.00am Guided Walk A Reserve Coming to Life A stroll around Nashenden Down Reserve near Rochester to enjoy the spectacular grassland landscape and displays of flora and fauna at this former arable site. Led by reserve warden Alison Ruyter. Meet at parking area in Nashenden Farm Lane ME1 3TQ some steep and uneven terrain. Call 01622 662012 for details. page 22 Coffee Concert and Sale The Salvation Army in Maidstone (74-80 Union Street, Maidstone ME14 1ED) Saturday 16th July, 11.00am – 2.00pm. Concert by the young people from 1.00pm Come and enjoy delicious refreshments, browse the stalls, goods for sale and fun for the children - and listen to the concert. All proceeds will be donated to the ME Association (who support people with ME and fund research into diagnosing, treating and curing ME) and Cancer Research UK. For further information please contact the Community office on 01622 681808 Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust need volunteer “buddies” to help with lunchtime at our older adult unit Priority House, Maidstone. We need 2 volunteers each day 7 days a week. If interested please telephone 01622 723212 or email fay.felton@kmpt.nhs.uk Kent Down Syndrome Group - exchange information, enjoy social events. Medway coffee evening bi-monthly at Parklands Resource Centre, Contact Tracy Mackenzie on 01634-325120 or 07787947142 - visit www.kentds.org Kent Group of Advanced Motorists To improve your driving and pass your Advanced Driving Test please contact Terry Nunn on 01634 716049 or email associates@kentiam.org.uk Kent Link Group for Deaf and Deafened People meets bi-monthly in the Barns next to Chalk Church, to offer mutual friendship, support and understanding. Usually a Speaker (various topics). Further details from David Eves phone 01634 306636 or check the website www. deafenedsupportgrp.co.uk Kent Savers Credit Union provides savings accounts and affordable loans to anyone who lives/works in Kent. See www.kentsavers.co.uk, call Mon to Fri 0333 321 9050 or email info@kentsavers.co.uk Authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority Kings Hill and District U3A (University of the Third Age) for retired or semi-retired. Meetings first Thursday every month, 2.00pm, Kings Hill Community Centre (near ASDA),see www.kingshillu3a.org.uk or Mark Richards khad.u3a.membership@gmail.com phone 01622 201985. Maidstone and Medway Cruse Bereavement Care offers personal and confidential support to bereaved people through counselling and information. Volunteers and donations warmly welcome. 01622 671011 email: maidstonebranch@cruse.org.uk. See www.cruse.org.uk Kent Wildlife Trust Walk Saturday 16th July, 2.00 – 4.00pm Mote Park Simon Ginnaw leads this walk looking for butterflies, dragonflies, wildlife, warblers and woodpeckers. We will also get up close and personal with the parks special and ancient trees. 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There will be a chance to bid on a large variety of items from days out to an hour or two gardening, a pamper session, homeamade cakes etc. Please come along and support this event and spend an enjoyable evening in fun company. Leaders: Julie & Chris Peeling Maidstone Carers Project Maidstone Community Support Centre 39-48 Marsham Street. We are a point of contact for carers living in Maidstone and Malling needing support, information, assistance, Contact 01622 685276. Maidstone Health Walks Gentle short walks at your own pace each week. Mon - Greenfields Buggy Walk, 9.15am Children’s Centre, Rutland Way, Shepway. Tues 10.30am Mote Park Café. Wed Cherry Orchard, 12.30pm roundabout near Tesco Express, Barming. Thurs Maidstone, 11.00am Town Hall. Friday Meadow Buggy Walk, 10.00am Fusion Cafe, Park Wood Parade Maidstone Mencap a small charity that supports children and adults living in the Maidstone area who have severe learning difficulties and disabilities. Facilities for all age groups at Mote Park premises and respite 07956 332975. Maidstone Semi Colon Club (bowel cancer support group), includes Medway Maritime Hospital patients, meet a few times a year (Saturdays) in an informal setting at the PGMC, Maidstone Hospital. All welcome, for more information contact Secretary Valerie Nash 01634 403222 valrontherosebed@btinternet.com Maidstone Stroke Support Group meet the first Tuesday and third Monday every month Tovil Working Mans Club, Tovil Hill, Maidstone, contact John Ward 01622 688475 mobile 07986 789325 for more details. Medway Area Rethink Social Support Group is for all Medway area sufferers of social isolation and or mental health issues. Meets weekly Monday 1.00 - 3.00pm, The RVS Community Café 95-97 High Street, Chatham ME4 4DL Information from coordinator Simon Wyatt 01634 304385, 074742 02130 or email simon1520@sky.com A Summer Concert to mark the 400th Anniversary of Shakespeare’s death Bearsted Choral Society Saturday 16th July, 7.30pm St Nicholas Church, Leeds ME17 1RL A Sprig of Thyme – John Rutter From the Bavarian Highlands – Edward Elgar & Songs & Sonnets – George Shearing, Music Director: Andrew Lowen Tickets £10 (Students £5) Available from: 01634 666730 by email from tickets@bearstedchoral.org.uk and also available at the door page 24 Medway Ramblers Walk Sunday 17th July, 10.00am meet Derek 07768 448633 derek.kent@blueyonder.co.uk Harrietsham car park south of A20 Fake Oast Houses with Green and Orange Flags TQ867525 ME17 1AH for a 6.5 mile lmoderate circular walk north of Harrietsham offering fine views to the south after going up to the top of the Downs. Bring picnic lunch for midway break. Pub at end. M.E./CFS support group. We have social meetings every 3 months in Maidstone. We have a small library of information books on M.E./CFS. For more information, telephone 07503 335298 and leave a message, and Mary will phone you back. Multiple Sclerosis Society, Maidstone Branch information, help and support to any person with MS and all family and friends. Bi-monthly newsletter, monthly outings (summer) social events (winter), Coffee morning Maidstone alt Wed mornings, and a young persons group, Kent wide. Contact 01622 675556 National Childbirth Trust (NCT Maidstone Branch): Antenatal and Early Days (Postnatal) courses, yoga for pregnancy, breast feeding counsellor, nearly new sales, coffee mornings, mums to be meals, family events. Call 0844 2436198 Visit www.nct.org.uk/branches/maidstone, Facebook: NCT Maidstone, info@nctmaidstone.co.uk National Osteoporosis Society, Maidstone Support Group meet 6 times a year, Allington Baptist Church, 76a London Road, Maidstone (opposite the Somerfield), Saturday 2.00 - 4.00pm, talks at three meetings, AGM, tea party (June) to raise funds and Christmas party. For further details call Heather (secretary) 01622 744704 Neighbourhood Watch - Our aim is to help and support communities working together to prevent crime and anti-social behaviour. If you would like more information about the Maidstone & District Neighbourhood Watch Association take a look at our web site which includes helpful information www.maidstonenhw.co.uk North Kent Breast Friends Affected by Breast Cancer? Want to talk to others and raise money? Come to our support group last Friday every month at The Centre, Medway Moto Services [London Bound] ME8 8PQ 7.00 – 9.00pm. Refreshments available partner or friend welcome Ring Melissa 01634 309990 or Text 07518 876940 or email Melissatullett@gmail.com Options Centre for crisis pregnancy and post-abortion support, a place to turn when pregnancy is unexpected or you need to talk. Free pregnancy tests, Post-abortion counselling, for an appointment contact 01622 691872. Overeaters Anonymous organised along similar lines to Alcoholics Anonymous but for people with a food problem. Meetings in Strood and Maidstone and other Kent towns. 07479 191045 or wwwo.oagb.org.uk for more information. Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers Walk Sunday July 17th, 10.30am Meet at Offham village green TQ657573/ME19 5NL, 6 miles leisurely walk, dogs welcome. 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ME9 9QJ 01795 520260 www.comprehensive-coverings.co.uk. the net Maidstone page 25 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 24 Maidstone Ramblers Walks Sunday 17th July, 10.00am 6.5 miles/10.5 km – moderate Finishes 1.15pm approx Starting from Hawkhurst PCP, TN18 4PQ GR: TQ763305 Circular walk via Delmonden Manor - Siseley Farm - Gills Green, moderate pace. Assistance dogs only. Fairly flat walk, few stiles. Leader: Anne Nash, 01622 753530 or 07895 190543, anne.nash@talktalk.net Parkinson’s UK Maidstone Branch meets 1st Friday of the month Maidstone Hockey Club. South Park. Armstrong Road ME15 6AZ 2.30 - 4.30pm. Varied programme, fundraising events and outings. All affected by Parkinson’s, carers, friends and family welcome. Contact Susan Thistlethwaite 01622 859608 or Volunteer Co-ordinator vc.south2@parkinsons.org.uk 03442 253664 Parkinson’s UK Working Age Group Medway & District , for those with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease meets every 3rd Thursday, 7.30pm, St Mary’s Island Community Centre, Chatham, ME4 3EP. Details Phil Bungay MedwayWorkingPD@gmail.com 01634 405441 or Volunteer Co-ordinator, Parkinson’s UK 0344 225 3664 vc.south2@parkinsons.org.uk PMRGCAuk Maidstone Meet Up for people with Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis. Fourth Monday each month, 11.00am, Maidstone Hilton Hotel. Share experiences, no cost for attending. Volunteer to help the Group Leader needed. For more details contact Penny or Kathryn on 0300 999 5090. www.pmrgca.co.uk Samaritans Provide confidential, non-judgmental emotional support 24 hours a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair including those that could lead to suicide. Contact 01622 674444 or viist 48, Grecian Street, Maidstone ME14 2TS Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS) offer emotional support, help and information to bereaved people. Maidstone Support Group meets first Tuesday each month. For further information contact Sheila 01622 751976 Website: www.uk-sobs.org.uk Sussex and Kent ME/CFS Society informs, supports and represents many with chronic fatigue syndrome/ME, Contact 01273 674828. Loose Footpaths Walking Group Sunday 17th July, 10.00am Half Day Walk Meet in the car park of the Kent and Sussex Railway Terminus at Tenterden (TQ 883 335) for a 6 mile walk both north and south of the A28. Details from walk leader 01622 745067 Assistance dogs only The Vine Computer Skills and Job Advice Centre Mondays 10.00am – 3.00pm (term time) St Martin’s Church Hall Northumberland Road, Maidstone develop confidence and IT skills. Complete beginners welcome. First session free then £2 per week, Friendly tutors. Book leave clear message 01622 752751 mob: 07894 152911 The Vine Shop Northumberland Court, Maidstone weekdays 9.30am - 12.30pm, Second-hand clothes & household goods sold for small amount. To donate call in (no furniture/electrical items) Vine Shop 07724 473796 or Vine Church 01622 746839 for information. Free debt advice by appointment, and help with filling in forms.. Topaz Community a social enterprise for people with Learning Disabilities. We run the best disco, monthly, in Maidstone, & other activities. www.topazcommunity.co.uk 01622 609284 topaz@topazcommunity.co.uk Valley Conservation Society a group of volunteers that manage the ponds and surrounding area of the lower end of the Loose Valley Conservation Area. Work party every Tuesday, new people welcome, details phone 01622 746514 or go to www.valleyconservation.org.uk Want a Great Future? Are you 16 or 17 Not in Education, Training nor Work, no GCSE’s C grade or above? Free 1 to 1 support to help you decide your future. St Martin’s Church Hall, Northumberland Rd, Maidstone ME15 7LP. Phone and leave a message 01622 752751 david. williams@thevineuk.net Open Garden in Support of Heart of Kent Hospice The Croft Pilgrims Way, Detling ME14 3JY Sunday 17th July, 2.00 – 5.00pm Visit this award winning garden, joint runner up in the 2015 Kent Life Amateur Gardener Award which is being opened exclusively in support of Heart of Kent Hospice. Admire the walled garden as it was in Victorian times when The Croft was built by Richard Cooke in 1840. Children will love spotting butterflies in the meadow and the old orchard which is managed organically to promote wildlife amidst the long grass and flowers. Take care near the bee hive but learn more about these fascinating insects from a local bee expert. Entry is by suggested donation of £5. For further details of this and all the gardens taking part in the Open Gardens event please visit. www.hokh.org ...See more clubs and societies on page 27 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... page 26 the net Maidstone the net Maidstone page 27 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 27 Maidstone Ramblers Walks Wednesday 20th July, 10.00am 10 miles/16.1 km –moderate Finishes 4.00pm approx Starting from Kemsing village CP, TN15 6NA GR: TQ558585 Circular walk via Heaverham Oldbury Woods - Seal, moderate pace. Assistance dogs only. Lunch stop at The Padwell Arms, Stone Street, GR TQ569550, food available Leaders: Roy & Mary Winters, 01322 224269 SOCIAL GROUPS Unfortunately lack of space means we do not have room for all the Social Gps entries this month. They all appeared last month and will be included again in the next edition. WALKING, DANCE & SPORTS Arethusa Venture Centre Climbing Wall, Lower Upnor, Rochester, Kent ME2 4XB Heated swimming pool for hire 22 x 8 metres. Open for organised groups, swimming clubs, youth groups – for more details please contact us on 01634 719933. Aylesford Short Mat Bowls Club Come along and join the fun. We meet Wednesday 1.15 - 4.00pm at Aylesford Community Centre, 25 Forstal Road, Aylesford. Contact Tony on 07837 444795 or just turn up. Badminton Club - New Players Wanted for St. Philips Badminton Club. Long established non league, friendly sociable atmosphere, intermediate standard. Maidstone Grammar School sports centre, Barton Road, every Tuesday 8.00 to 10.00pm, visit for low cost evening of exercise and fun. Derek or Sue 01622 208334 for details. Bearsted and Thurnham Bowling Club new, high quality, all weather, all year round playing surface, with floodlighting. Open to new members and visitors, free ‘taster sessions’, excellent coaching in enjoyable and relaxed setting. Details ring Barry Patey 01622 730336 Bearsted Healthy Walking Group Every Tuesday 10.15am from Holy Cross church car park, Circular walk either 30min or one hour. Easy to moderate pace depending on fitness, Walks are free, contact Jeannette Ward for more information 07941 906553 or b.patientparticipation@nhs.net Bluett Short Mat Bowls Club meet 3.00pm Fridays at Grove Green Community Hall (by Tesco’s). Beginners and experienced bowlers welcome. Come along or contact 01622 735286 for further information. Maidstone Ramblers Walks Wednesday 20th July, 10.00am 11.5 miles/18.5 km –moderate Finishes 4.15pm approx Starting from Harrietsham Village Hall CP, ME17 1BD GR: TQ873528 Circular walk via West Street - Wrinsted Wood - Little Higham - Doddington - Kings Acre Marlowe Farm, moderate pace. Assistance dogs only. Lunch stop at The Chequers Inn, Doddington + café on Chequers Hill, food available Leader: Hazel Stanley, 01622 884546 page 28 Loose Footpaths Walking Group Wednesday 20th July, 7.00pm Evening Walk A Wateringbury Wander Meet at Wateringbury Station car park for an approximately 4½ mile circular walk via the Mill Pond, Park Farm, Little Canon, Pizien Well, Rock Farm, Nettlestead Church and back along the towpath to Wateringbury Station. Details from walk leader 01622 745342, 747783 or 298494 Assistance dogs only Bobbing Village Hall for Short Mat Bowls. Every Tuesday 7.15 – 9.30pm and Thursday 2.00 – 4.15pm. Any age, No experience necessary. Come and make new friends. A very good social activity. New Members always welcome. No equipment required to start - just turn up. For further details call 01795 422296 or 01634 360906 Boughton Monchelsea Bowls Club play indoor short mat bowling at Village Hall, Thurs & Sunday 7pm to 9pm come and give it a go! First three sessions Free. For more information please contact John Huthwaite 01622 813459 Boughton under Blean Bowls Club. New green to open this summer, New members Novice or Experienced welcome. Contact Jackie Leek (sec) 01227 751347. email boughtonbowls@btinternet.com Bulgarian Folklore Dancing Group ‘Kitka’ Good Exercise, Great Fun. Open to all nationalities. Dancing sessions every Saturday 9.15 – 10.00am children, 10.15 - 11.15am adults, (term only) £4 per lesson, Thomas Aveling School (main hall), Arethusa Road, Rochester ME1 2UW email bgfolklore2013@gmail.com Christian Expressions Dance, Larkfield and East Malling Methodist Church New Hythe Lane, Larkfield ME20 6PN, Monday afternoons term time 1.30pm, Refresh, rejoice, stretch through creative dance. Contact Sylvia Ratcliff 01634 245767 for more details Cobdown Hockey Club men’s and women’s teams, playing in the Kent League every Saturday home matches The Hundred of Hoo School, clubhouse Aylesford. View www.Cobdown.co.uk or Nick Shread on 07939 469332. Country Dancing at Sutton Valence We meet fortnightly. Beginners welcome - come on your own or with a partner. Please ring Rita 01622 743126 for details. Croquet without flamingos or a shrubbery! Medway Croquet Club offers you coaching and play on its four lawns at Cobdown Sports & Social Club, Station Road, Aylesford. Training for beginners, Doug Francis on 01622 790158. www.medwaycroquetclub.org Maidstone Ramblers Walks Thursday 21st July, 7.00pm 5 miles/8 km –moderate Finishes 9.00pm approx Starting from Linton PCP, by the church. ME17 4AW GR: TQ755503 Evening circular walk via Greensand Way Linton Park, moderate pace. Assistance dogs only. Optional pub stop after walk. Leader: Graham Smith, 01622 755822 or 07762 458654 ...See more clubs and societies on page 30 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... the net Maidstone DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS 24 HOUR CALL OUT SERVICE HANDLES MISTED UNITS LOCKS HINGES LETTERBOXES EXTRA SECURITY REPLACEMENT WINDOWS & DOORS FOR A FREE QUOTATION CALL RICHARD Maidstone’s Shutters & Blinds Specialists 01622 296022 www.idealshuttersandblinds.co.uk LOCKSTOCK DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS 01622 298825 OR 07751 216642 Gas Alliance Services Gas Fire Boiler Servicing & Repairs Gas Safety Inspections Gas Leaks Pipework Cookers Hobs sales@gasallianceservices.co.uk Tel: 01622 208509 508353 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 28 Curling Club (SECC) South East England Curling Club meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays 8.00 – 10.00pm (also a variety of weekend day events through the season) at Fenton’s Rink, Dundale Road, Tunbridge Wells, 07867 846136 �southofenglandcurlingclub@googlemail.com Dancing for Fun 17th Century Jane Austen style, Ceilidh, American Contra, Squares, Barn Dance, and Contra Waltzing! Great low impact exercise! No experience or partner required! Have fun, get fitter, meet new people! Tuesdays 1.45pm - 3.30pm Exchange Studio, Hazlitt Arts Centre www.contrafusion.co.uk 01233 625 362 RSPB Maidstone Local Group Grove Green Community Hall Penhurst Close, Grove Green, Maidstone ME14 5BT (next to Tesco’s). Thursday 21st July, 7.30pm Talk ‘The Russian Far East’ - Chris Collins Ample parking close by in Tesco car park with pedestrian access to the hall Entrance £3.50 members & £4.50 for non-members. Light refreshments included To join our group, or for more details please telephone our Membership Secretary Jeff Wynn 01622 674007 or visit our website www.rspb.org.uk/groups/maidstone the net Maidstone With over 80% of our business being generated via recommendations our customers know they’ve made the right choice. By far the best value products in Kent Call today for your Free no obligation Quotation Maidstone Ramblers Walks Sunday 24th July, 9.30am 14 miles/22.5 km – moderate Finishes 4.30pm approx Starting from Linton PCP, by the church. ME17 4AW GR: TQ755503 Circular walk via Greensand Way - Medway Valley Path - Wateringbury - Yalding, moderate pace. Assistance dogs only. Lunch stop at The Railway PH, Wateringbury packed lunch advisable. Leader: Norman Collins, 01622 744981, normanjcollins@btinternet.com Ditton Bowls Club, Friendly Mixed Club. Lawn Bowls -April to September, Short Mat Bowls - October to April Junior Section – Clubmark, EBCS coaches, Bingo Club. Secretary: Shirley Andrews 01622 718359. See website www.dittonbowlsclub.co.uk for full details. Fitness For Life - Medau Movement,, Classes are fun and suitable for all ages just wear comfortable clothing Wednesdays 8.00 - 9.30pm at Brookfield Junior School, Larkfield, for information contact Joan 01634 256891 Heather House Short Mat Bowls Club meets every Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. at Longshaw Road opposite Parkwood shops New or experienced Bowlers very welcome, Come along or contact 01622 673543 or 750720 for further information. ...See more clubs and societies on page 30 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... page 29 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 28 Indoor Market and Craft Fair Produce and Crafts Aylesford Village Community Centre Sunday 24th July, 10.00am – 2.00pm Over 30 stalls under cover in two halls offering a wide variety of products woodwork, needlecraft, jewellery, cosmetics, pies and pastries, vegetables, plants, cards, accessories and more. Free entry but donations to support Aylesford Village Community Centre which is a Charity would be welcome. Parking, Tea and Coffee Carole Difford 01622 710762 / 07887 867086 Hunton Bowls Club, West Street, Hunton. New or Experienced Members welcome. Contact Diane Cheeseman (sec) on 01622 745642 for details. IAIDO Japanese Swordmanship 5th dan sensei Instructor. Strood Library. Glanville Road. ME2 3AJ Saturday 10.00am - 12noon. Contact Hugh on 01634 291085 Email: radishkn@gmail.com Invicta Artistic Roller Skating Club based at Abbey Sports Centre, London Road, Faversham, Kent. Contact Keith 07971 088383 www.invictarsc.btik.com Invicta Korfball Club. Korfball is a fast dynamic sport of mixed sex teams. We are looking for new players from U11 to adults. We train on a Thursday at Greenacre School, Chatham. Call Sarah Webb 07714 324807 for more information or go to www.invictasharks.co.uk Invicta PFC (Powerchair Football Club) a club for people in powered wheelchairs. More details of the sport can be found on www.thewfa.org.uk. Sessions run fortnightly on Saturdays. If you are interested call Nurinder on 07789 764602 or email nurinderb@gmail.com. Kentara (Kent Active Retirement) Line Dancing Classes Larkfield Village Hall, New Hythe Lane, Maidstone celebrate 20 years of Line Dancing this year. New beginners class every Monday 12noon, followed by easy class 12.45pm and more advanced at 2.00pm. All over 50s welcome to join in the fun, enquires 01732 870715. Kent Artistic Roller Dance Club - a friendly club operating from the YMCA Maidstone on Fridays - we coach all standards from 5 years to competition level. Further details from Jackie 01622 688001. Kent Health Walks Come and join us for a short friendly walk led by a caring volunteer walk leader. Everyone is welcome! Phone Martyn on 01304 828713 or go to www. kenthealthandwellbeing.nhs.uk to find details. Kent Invicta TFC (Table Football Club) is always on the look out for new members young and old, average age 28. We participate in tournaments in UK and Europe. See www.myspace.com/kentinvictatfc for more information or contact kentinvictatfc@yahoo.co.uk 07952 24 00 92 Annual Exhibition Maidstone Arts Society The County Gallery, County Hall, Maidstone, ME14 1XQ Monday 25th - Thursday 28th July Free Entry from 10.00am – 4.00pm page 30 Maidstone Ramblers Walks Wednesday 27th July, 10.00am 11 miles/17.7 km – strenuous Finishes 4.15pm approx Starting from Goathurst Common, TN14 6JA GR: TQ497519 Circular walk via Weardale - Westerham - French Street - Emmetts, moderate pace. Assistance dogs only. Walk contains several steep hills. Lunch stop in Westerham, choice of eating places. Leader: Robert Hooker, 07789 635514, rphooker2014@gmail.com Loose and Leeds Cricket Club – Players wanted! Sunday Kent Village Cricket League and Friendly matches Call Cyril Davey 01622 741417 for information. Loose Bowls Club 444 Loose Road ME15 9UA. A friendly and social club – New and experienced players welcome, Come and the try the game. Details ring 01622 688527 Maidstone Baton Twirlers now recruiting, boys and girls aged 5 and over, to be part of our fun, friendly and successful competition team! Aged 10 and over especially welcome! Classes: Mon 4.30 – 5.30pm, Beechwood Community Hall Barming: Wed 4.15 – 6.15pm TA Centre, Boxley Road, Maidstone. Contact Sharon 07818 047164 or see www.facebook.com/maidstonebatontwirlers Maidstone Bowls Club Buckland Road, New members of any bowls experience or age (10 years to pensionable) welcome, Free coaching Monday & Thursday 6.00 – 8.00pm, May to September. First class facilitie, Coaching and equipment provided, Interested? For information call Martin 01622 761221 website Maidstone.bowlsclub.net Maidstone Fencing Club Heather House, Bicknor Road, Monday 7.30 – 10.00pm, Information John Goddard 01622 891112. Maidstone Hockey Club 4 ladies and 7 men’s sides on Saturdays and a number of youth sides from age 9 – 18. Coaching for 5 – 18 year olds at South Park, Armstrong Road, Contact Mike Evans 01622 765856 www. maidstonehockey.org Maidstone Ramblers an enthusiastic and extremely friendly walking group, over 200 guided walks to suit every level of ability annually. Explore Kent’s beautiful countryside, make new friends and keep fit at the same time. Pprogramme see www.maidstoneramblers.org.uk or phone Ray on 07880 727619 for more details Maidstone Run England, fun and friendly local running group. All abilities welcome, Meets Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 6.30pm, around Maidstone, £2 per session. For details contact Shelley Abela 07789 733878 or shelley@ amethyst-secretarial.co.uk Kent Wildlife Trust Wednesday 27th July, 11.00am – 3.30pm Marvellous Marine Day – family event Join a day of marine activities, things to make and seaweed pressing with Julie Thomsett and Fiona White Meet Tyland Barn Visitor Centre, Sandling, Maidstone ME14 3BD 01622 662012 Donations gratefully received, children must be accompanied by an adult, suitable for wheelchairs, no booking required. ...See more clubs and societies on page 31 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... the net Maidstone Tax returns and accounts prepared for: Individuals Sole traders/Subcontractors/CIS Small companies Free initial meeting Call Alison on 07835 371278 Fully insured Chartered Certified Accountant J.DOWLE FENCING & GARDEN SERVICES LTD Boxley Sawmill, Pilgrim Way, Boxley Maidstone, ME14 3EB All types of fencing supplied & erected • Decking • Pergolas • Gates • Hedge Cutting • Stump Grinding • Over 40 Years experience Visit Us At Boxley Sawmill No job too small - Fully Insured 01622 753826 / 01634 420080 www.jdowlefencing.co.uk email: jdowlefencing@btconnect.com FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTATION net net the the Follows us at www.facebook.com/thenetmagazine Wills Have you made a Will? Local solicitors practice specialising in Wills, Probate Advice, Inheritance Tax, Updating Wills (Codicils), Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection. Home Visits and Fixed Fees available. Painters & Decorators Domestic, commercial, industrial & Contract. Property, Maintenance & Repairs. 30 year exp, Advanced City & Guilds Qualified Free Quotes, insurance work welcome Anthony Strong 01622 202758 07805 988496 Tel: 01634 838656 Web: www.colley.co.uk/solicitors astrong44@hotmail.com www.asservices.co.uk F.J.M RD Landscapes PLUMBING & HEATING LTD Plumbing Heating Servicing Installation Breakdown Repairs All Gas Appliances 07709 352248 fred.masters@btinternet.com Reg No. 572667 the net Maidstone & Construction With over 20 years Experience we offer: Block Paving & Driveways Brickwork & Patios Paths & Fencing Lawns & Decking Shed Bases Water Features Garden Maintenance Garden Lighting Planting Fully insured professional and friendly Advice Call for a free estimate 01634 312201 / 07801 949832 page 31 Clubs and Societies Continued from page 31 Aylesford & Eccles WI Wednesday 27th July, 7.30pm. Brassey Rooms, Station Road, Aylesford Talk on Crop Circles by Andy Thomas Plus the usual time for a cup of tea and a chat and a chance to sign up for any trips etc or interest groups that you may wish to join. We are always pleased to welcome new faces and there is no obligation to join at your first visits so why not come along and meet us. If you would like any further information please contact Eileen on 01622 715205 or have a look at our facebook. Maidstone Swimming Club for the Disabled meet every Tuesday Midday to1.00pm Maidstone Leisure Centre. People with disabilities or mobility problems welcome. We are also looking for volunteer helpers. Contact Clive on 01622 747819 for more information. Maidstone Victory Angling Club (MVAS) Wide variety of waters in the Maidstone area to cater for most types of fishing. For details see www.maidstonevictory.co.uk or write to MVAS, PO Box 1306, Maidstone ME14 9QD. Maidstone Warriors Basketball Club Boys and girls from infant to secondary school age, Aylesford School – Sports College, Teapot Lane, Aylesford. Saturday morning, information Richard 0771 674341 Medau Exercise Class - Why not have fun, meet friends and get fit this year. First class free to anyone new, Brookfield Junior School Wednesday 8.00 - 9.15pm. St Pauls Church Hall, Boxley Road, Maidstone Fridays 1.15 2.15pm. Contact Joan 01634 256891 for details. MX Fencing meet every Wednesday at The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling, Kent, 6.15 to 8.15pm web site mxfencing.org.uk Pegasus Gymnastics Club, Unit 2,3,4 Farleigh Hill, Tovil, Maidstone, ME15 6RG www.pegasusgc.org Designated facility with International quality equipment for 4 months upwards, including special needs. For more information contact 01622 737170 or info@pegasusgc.org Penenden Heath Bowls Club located on the heath at ME14 2DU) New and experienced players welcome. Come along and try the game for free on Monday afternoon, ring 01622 661882 or email alanportland@aol.com for details. San Fairy Ann Cycling Club The oldest and one of the largest cycling clubs in Kent caters for riders of all abilities. Ron Lee 01622 725334 www.sanfairyanncc.co.uk Stockbury Short Mat Bowls Club welcomes new members, no experience or initial equipment required, we meet twice a week at the Memorial Hall in Stockbury Village (just off the A249). Contact our club secretary on 01795 842738 for further details. Stockbury Social Sequence Dancing Club Stockbury Village Hall, 8.00pm every Friday night. We are sorry but our membership is now full, call 01634 387478 or 01634 231886 to be added to our waiting list. T&G Bowls Club at Tovil Working Men`s Club Maidstone, will be bowling this season, 2016. New and experienced bowlers will be welcomed. Contact Ron Gladman. (Sec) 01622 750724 page 32 The Mote Squash Club, Willow Way, Maidstone. Now offer the use of courts to non members. For more details please contact the club 01622 676977 (evenings) or The Secretary 01622 757737 Vinters Football Club welcome boys and girls between the ages of 4 - 7. Training Saturday 10.00am - 12noon at Valley Park playing fields, off New Cut Road, Maidstone. £3 per session Information www.vintersfc.org.uk or Kevin Seaward 07757 696925 or kevinseaward@yahoo.co.uk Volleyball Club - Strood Volleyball Club, Strood Sports Centre. Men’s, women’s and mixed teams playing in local Kent league. Tuesday 8.30 - 10:30pm. All abilities welcome at this friendly and successful club. For more information contact razors2011@virginmedia.com or visit www.strood-volleyball.org.uk Wateringbury Cricket Club, Fields Lane, are looking for new players. Contact our club captain on 07775 816418 or go to www.wateringbury.com. We look forward to meeting you. Westborough Bowls Club founded in 1925 extends an invitation for new members to join including novices. Located at Cloudberry Close off the London Road, Maidstone near to the Pippin Inn. For further information please contact Hon. Sec. Derek Parker 01622 208334 or email derek.parker@blueyonder.co.uk YOUTH 1st Larkfield Boys’ Brigade Company, Larkfield & East Malling Methodist Church Hall, New Hythe Lane, Wednesday (term time) – recruiting new members. Anchor 5 - 8 years 6.00 - 7.15pm, Junior 8 – 11 years 6.30 - 8.00pm, Company 12 – 15 years and, Senior 15 - 18 years 7.00 - 8.30pm First session Free! 1st Larkfield Girls’ Brigade meets on Monday evenings between 5.00 and 9.00pm across four age groups at Larkfield & East Malling Methodist Church Hall. We run a wide range of activities and events. Contact Val Burnage 01634 305650 or val@burnage.me.uk for more details. 40F (Maidstone) Squadron, Air Training Corps Yeomanry Cottages, Boxley Road, Maidstone, ME14 2AR meet Wednesday and Friday Evenings, 7.00 – 9.30pm. For more information please phone (cadet nights only) 01622 686 258 or Email adj.40@aircadets.org AylesARA the club for recycled teenagers aged 50+ Thursday 28th July, 2.00pm Community Centre Aylesford Talk by Neil Sadler entitled Gangooling for Beginners (or in other words messing about on canals) There will be tea and biscuits and a chance to sign up for any outings, events etc that you may wish to join. There is no obligation to join at your first visits so please feel free to come along and try us out. If you would like any more information please feel free to contact Wayne on 01622 710734. ...See more clubs and societies on page 33 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... the net Maidstone MY HEATING & PLUMBING TELEPHONE: 01634 316356 MOBILE: 07900961813 Boilers, Cookers, Hobs, Warm Air Units, Fires, Solar Heating, Central Heating Systems, Power Flushing, General Plumbing, Bathrooms (including tiling) Call us and see what we can do for you. 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Assistance dogs only. Please bring packed lunch and plenty of water. Afternoon tea stop at Visitor Centre. Leader: Carol D, 07752 488931 Barming Primary School Parent Teacher Association We have a busy schedule of fundraising events to provide some little extra’s for the children; making their school experience easier and more enjoyable. Visit www.barming. kent.sch.uk and click on PTA to see our full list of events. Boxley Road Detachment Kent Army Cadet Force. Meet every Monday & Wednesday 7.30 - 9.30pm behind the Reserves’ Centre, Boxley Road, Maidstone, ME14 2AR. All welcome from 12 to 18yrs. Looking for adults too. Uniform supplied after induction period. Drop in with parent/carers for a taster of what we do. Ride London 100 Kent riders needed to take part in Ride London 100 for Action for Children. Sunday 31st July 2016 Beginning in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, you will ride through the heart of the capital, out into Surrey and back again. This 100 mile route passes breath-taking scenery and some of London’s most historic monuments and sites, before pushing your limits as you climb up Leith and Box hill in rural Surrey. You will then ride back into central London and ride down The Mall, finishing in front of Buckingham Palace. Golden Bond Riders. Entry for this incredible event is just £25. We ask all riders to raise a minimum of £475 to support the work of Action for Children. page 34 Maidstone Ramblers Walks Sunday 31st July, 10.00am 5.5 miles/8.9 km – leisurely Finishes 12.30pm approx Starting from the Old Post Office, Sutton Valence village centre. ME17 3WJ TQ814493 Circular walk via East Sutton - Morry House Ulcombe - Boyston Court, leisurely pace. Assistance dogs only. Parking can be difficult in village - please share cars. Generally flat with 1-2 stiles, final stretch uphill. Leader: Carol H, 01622 744294 Boys’ and Girls’ Brigades Maidstone Baptist Church Knightrider Street, Maidstone, E15 6LU every Wednesday evening 5.30 – 7.00pm for school years 1-6 and from 7.15 – 9.15pm for school years 7+. For more information please contact brigades@maidstonebaptist.net Girlguiding - Interested in joining? Rainbows, girls aged 5-7. Brownies, girls aged 7-10. Guides, girls aged 1014. Young Leaders, girls aged 14-26. Volunteers aged 18+. For details, to find your nearest local unit and register your interest telephone 08001 695901 or log onto www. girlguiding.org.uk/interested Moncktons Detachment Kent Army Cadet Force. Meet every Monday & Wednesday (term time) 7.30 - 9.30pm at Moncktons Detachment, College Avenue, Maidstone, ME15 6YJ (under stone arch) Cadets from 12yrs to 18yrs. All welcome, uniform supplied after induction period. Drop in with parents/carers to see who we are and what we do. North Downs Young Farmers Club, based in and around Maidstone a group of 10 - 26 year olds with an interest in animals and farming, offering a variety of fun farming and non-farming activities, interested? Visit www. northdownsyfc.co.uk Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers Walk Sunday July 31st, 10.30am Meet at Tonbridge - Cranford Road eastern Junction with A26 Hadlow Rd, TQ614484/ TN10 4LR, 9.8 miles moderate walk, dogs on leads. Details from walk leader 01732 358305 or 07939 348189. ...See more clubs and societies on page 35 for more information about these visit www.thenet,uk.net... the net Maidstone What our Advertisers say ‘We took out a 3 month ad … the ad more than paid for itself and we have just renewed for a further 3 months.’ Matthew Richmond ‘… most of our customers have learnt of our services through The Net. 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Closing date is 5th September 2016. Clubs and Societies Continued from page 35 All Aboard the Belmond British Pullman for an exclusive charter in support of Heart of Kent Hospice Saturday 27th August, 10.00 am from Maidstone East Station (ME14 1QN) – The Belmond British Pullman, which is the sister train to the Venice-Simplon Orient Express, will be taking guests on a once in a lifetime day trip to Windsor. Your day starts with a beautiful Bellini Breakfast in the absolute luxury of the train as it passes through the stations en route. Upon arrival, you will have four hours to enjoy the delights of Windsor and entry to the castle is included in the ticket price before being welcomed back on the train with a glass of champagne. On the journey home, sit back and relax as you enjoy fine dining with a four course dinner and bottle of wine per couple. Tickets at £450 per head are limited and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. To book please call fundraising on 01622 790195 or email tom.abbott@hokh.co.uk. Youth Club Maidstone Baptist Church, Knightrider Street, Maidstone, ME15 6LU Friday Nights 6.30 – 8.45pm for school years 6+, running fun activities from cooking to football and lots in between, Fully equipped and safe environment, enquiries youth@maidstonebaptist.net page 36 Youth Club The Salvation Army, 74-80 Union Street, Maidstone (ME14 1ED) Open to all 11-15 year olds Wii, darts, nerf guns, table tennis, pool and lots more.1st and 3rd Friday of the month, 7.00 -9.00pm, £1.50 per person, tuck shop is extra. For further details, please phone Church Office 01622 681808. W.I.Craft Fair Do you have a craft of any type that you would like to show off? Aylesford & Eccles W.I. will be holding a Craft Fair on November 5th in the Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford We are inviting applications for stalls, £10 per table - money you take is yours. 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