Charity event in the Chichester area

A concert that promises to ‘Raise the Roof’. The talented Pelynt Male Choir from Cornwall are on the road and visiting Midhurst with their musical talent. At a recent concert they were said to have ‘Rasied the roof’ and are sure to do so again. Joining them is the Midhurst. . .

Serenity Fayres working with CancerWise. Holistic, Spiritual, Pamper and Crafts. 28th April 2019. £3. 00 entrance fee – Open 12. 00 – 5. 00 pm. . . .

Join us for a special volunteers coffee morning and find out more about the exciting volunteering opportunities we have available. Whether you are passionate about history, looking to meet new people or hoping to gain new skills, we have a role that is right for you. We are particularly looking. . .

Hugo Frey, lecturer at Chichester University will discuss The adventures of Tintin, the comic series by Belgium cartoonist Herge, who is a reporter and adventurer who travels the world with his dog. Can Herge be compared with Shakespeare!?. Chosen Charity; Red Cross UK – helps people in Crisis, whoever they. . .

Be a star for St Wilfrid’s!. Join #TeamWilf on Saturday 11th May for a 5 or 10 mile sponsored walk through Chichester – walk to remember a loved one, walk with family and friends, walk to show you care. Starting at Westgate Leisure Centre, we will unveil the brand new. . .

Gather friends and family for this fundraising walk in Arundel Castle Park. Come along for a 1 mile or 5 mile walk with stunning views of the South Downs. Child friendly with a 2 mile tarmac path which is perfect for little ones in prams, on bikes or on scooters. . . .

. Statistically 100% of us are going to die at some point! Yet it is a subject very rarely talked about. Steve Thomson and Bev Downie will discuss the issues, and what we can do to prepare, so we live until we die. Chosen Charity: Remember My Baby – Professional. . .

History has been affected by illness and personal psychological characteristics of world leaders. Robert Palmer describes how illness affected Woodrow Wilson, Franklin Roosevelt, Anthony Eden, with personality disorder of Stalin, Mao, Hitler, Trump and Putin to name a few! How different things might have been. Chosen Charity CHASE Africa –. . .

Graeme Payne, back by popular demand, gives a colourful and amusing tour of these unique icons of our British seaside resorts. Chosen Charity: Child Rescue in India – a charity that rescues abandoned street children and educates them in readiness for a better life. . . .

MARK HARTT - PALMER ( CONDUCTOR ). A concert of music to include Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending and Five Variants of Dives and Lazarus and a performance of London 2012 opening ceremony conductor/arranger Robin A Smith’s suite Le Weekend with the composer as piano soloist. Tickets are £15 to. . .

We all love a good spy film. This talk by Craig Gershater, Cambridge lecturer, writer, and scientist, explores the origins of spying in Cambridge University. From Elizabethan times to the Cambridge 5, they seemed to choose to work for both sides. We investigate. Donations to Cancer Research UK. Admission free. . . .

Paul Chamberlain explains how The Battle of Waterloo is probably the most famous action in British history, but was it a British victory? The Prussians together with Germans, Dutch and Belgian soldiers also fought on those muddy slopes, to make up Wellington’s Army. Donations to Waterloo Uncovered. Free admission. Disabled. . .

Gather friends for a wine and cheese evening in the Lower Lawns at Arundel Castle with a fascinating talk by award winning author, Tristan Gooley, the Natural Navigator, in aid of the Sussex Snowdrop Trust. The charity is delighted to have the support of Tristan at this event who promises. . .

Writer Greg Mosse and theatre director Roger Redfarn discuss their works and collaborations including the staging of theatre productions. They will tell the story of the Hawkhurst Gang, which was recently performed in Chichester. Admission free. Donations to Smile Train. Disabled access. . . .

Festival chairman Phil Hewitt will be in conversation with Chichester-based novelist Kate Mosse about his new book Outrunning The Demons, tales of extraordinary people who have overcome trauma and adversity through the peace and perspective that running can bring. Marathon addict Phil was stabbed and left for dead in South. . .

The Southdowns Concert Band together with The Walton Voices present a fantastic concert to reflect a musical Journey through Time and Space, in the wonderful acoustics of Chichester Cathedral. The proceeds will be donated to Dementia Support (Sage House). The compere for the evening is novelist and Cicestrian Kate Mosse. . . .

Concert of accessible vocal and instrumental music in a variety of styles to suit all tastes. Performers include Chris Coote (piano), Ian Clark (baritone), Olivia Moss (soprano), Paul Dorrell (flute). Free admission. Retiring collection in aid of Lifecentre. Disabled access. . . .

Acclaimed international musicians Icelandic clarinettist Einar Johannesson and Italian pianist Alessandra Pompili join forces to present an inspirational programme of music on an Italian theme, including pieces by Liszt and Nino Rota. Einar is former principal clarinet of the Iceland Symphony Orchestra. Alessandra performs in major concert halls around the. . .

A talk about the disused railways of Sussex. David Bathurst will provide a sparkling overview of these fascinating reminders of our history and local heritage for the would-be walker, armchair traveller and historian, drawing on his own experience of exploring each one of them. Admission free. Retiring collection for Priory. . .

A concert of lovely well-known music for a summer’s evening, featuring a variety of styles from pop to musical theatre to classical. Free entry with a retiring collection for a local charity. Disabled access. . . .

Colin Chambers, who was the chaplain on Robben Island when Nelson Mandela was imprisoned there in the 1960s, will tell us the stories of the time, the regime and conditions under which Mandela lived for 18 years. Free admission. Donations to Faith and Football. Disabled access. . . .

MARTIN SMITH. Following an outstanding recent recital to a packed St Martin in the Fields, Martin Smith euphonium will entertain you accompanied by pianist Chris Coote. Hummel, Elgar, Strauss, Rossini and Sir Karl Jenkins Euphonium Concerto will be featured and will send you away smiling and raising funds for the. . .

From the well-known Slavonic dances of Dvorak to the hidden Spanish gems of Moszkowski, this is a journey across Europe, exploring the delights of a variety of musical traditions. Free admission. Donation to Chestnut Tree House. Disabled access. DOORS OPEN 3. 30PM FOR DRINKS. . . .

Calling all golfers to join us for a special Golf Day at Ham Manor Golf Club. Cost: £300 for a team of 4 people. The price also includes bacon rolls and coffee on arrival, and a 3 course meal at the end of the day. For more information, or to. . .

The Children on the Edge Chichester Half Marathon Event has three fantastic races on offer – the full Half Marathon , The Ten Miler and Half Marathon Relay. Every entry helps to raise vital funds for this Chichester based charity. With three or more Half Marathon runners, you can also. . .