What’s on this week in West Berks: your community listings
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THURSDAY
WASH Common Community Library, Rhyme Time for pre-school children, parents and carers, come and join us for singing and story reading, 3pm. The Book Club will be discussing Once Upon A River by Diane Setterfield and sharing other reading recommendations. 7.30pm.
FRIDAY
ROYAL British Legion, Pelican Lane, Newbury. Newbury Premier Disco, 8pm-11pm. Members free non members £2, all welcome.
SATURDAY
PICKLEFEST at the Delphic Brewing Co tap room near Newbury Station, live music, tastings and friendly competition, 2pm to 6pm, pickle enthusiasts and curious foodies alike will gather to sample and vote on a variety of homemade pickles, hot sauces, low-alcohol drinks, ferments, jams, and honey. Enter your own creations to be judged by the crowd and a special celebrity judge: the chef of The Goat on the Roof.
BEENHAM Wind Orchestra Englefield Fete , Englefield Primary School (entrance fee for the event) 2pm-4.30pm. Family event with lots of family fun and activities – a great afternoon out.
GARSTONBURY, East Garston Music Festival. Featuring some amazing acts like Coldplay, Robbie Williams, ABBA and Queen (sort of….!) plus the very best local talent. Noon to 2am. Entry prices from £25 for the under 18s (which includes free rides on the bouncy castles/bucking bronco etc) to £50 for adults, with discounted tickets for students and OAPs. www.garstonbury.com
PATAKAS with support from Guinea Lane, ACE Space, St Nicolas’ Road, Newbury. 7pm doors, 8pm show. Folk gig Tickets/Enquiries: 07891 176 940
SUNDAY
SUMMER Serenade at St George's Church, Wash Commmon. 3pm. Harmony Choir, with guests Helen Page and Oliver Williams present a richly varied programme, from Brahms to Badelt, and from Tallis to Chilcott. Truly music for all tastes, with the traditional summer refreshments of Pimm’s and strawberries Tickets £10 (cash only) at door. Under 18s free.
BINGO night at Thatcham rugby club. Every Sunday, doors open 6.30pm and eyes down around 17.30. All cash prizes and a raffle. Everyone welcome, £12 book of 6 games, £1 big money flyer,£1 looney special, £1 raffle strip. Contact Caroline 07766388154
MONDAY
WASH Common Community Library, The Poetry Club will take as its theme this month ‘things you do in summer’, 3pm.
WEDNESDAY
SUMMER Afternoon Teas at St Mary’s Church, Aldworth, every Wednesday in July, August & September, 2.30pm-4.30pm. Delicious homemade cakes in the company of The Aldworth Giants. For further details and to book groups contact: Gill Wilding (01635) 578624 or gillwilding@hotmail.com
FAIR CLOSE CENTRE
THERE are a number of events taking place at Fair Close Centre this coming week. Everyone is welcome to go along to any of the activities.
Sunday, July 13: Two-course lunch £9.50 – noon
Monday to Friday: Two-course lunch + tea/coffee just £8.50 – noon
Monday, July 14: Relax & Read – 1.30pm
Tuesday, July 15: Chair exercises – 11.15am
Tuesday, July 15: Bingo – 1.30pm
Wednesday, July 16: Crafting – 10.30am
Wednesday, July 16: Fun Quiz – 1.30pm
Friday, July 18: Singing for Fun – 10.30am
Friday, July 18: Prize Bingo – 1.30pm
For more information visit https://www.fairclosecentre.org/activities/
Fair Close urgently needs volunteers to help with activities, lunches and meals on wheels. Even two hours per week will help. To find out more call (01635) 40488 or visit www.fairclosecentre. org/get-involved/
