Mature Times - Events

New reading group established in Gosport

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:14:10 +0000

Gosport Discovery Centre will be hosting a new reading group which will meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 2pm.

Win tickets to "go around the world with Michael Palin"

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 11:18:41 +0100

One of Britain’s best-loved presenters is inviting the public to journey with him on a rolling, perambulating, dog-sledding, camel-roping reminiscence. And we have two tickets to be won for the event!

Poetry event remembers the Great War

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:29:07 +0100

If you live in the Fareham area, make a date to see "The Flower of Youth" - an evening of poetry and prose reflecting on experiences of the Great War. It takes place at Fareham Library on Tuesday 11 November, between 7.30 and 9.00 pm.

Lest We Forget – The Exhibition

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:10:26 +0100

2008 heralds the 90th anniversary of the end of the First World War and the 90th anniversary of the formation of the Royal Air Force.

In this, the Royal Air Force’s 90th anniversary year it is fitting that we remember those whose sacrifice throughout the Service’s history have defended our ideals and way of life; as well as those they left behind.

Rolling out the carpet for the 52nd British Film Festival, 15th October - 30th October

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:57:57 +0100

If you like films - then attending this year's prestigious 52nd London Film Festival is a must. It includes a record number of world and international premieres with a total of 189 features and 108 shorts, a stellar line-up of special events and guests - and a selection of classic films such as 'Cover Girl'.

"Sweet Sixties" exhibition, 8th September 2008 - 31st May 2009

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:15:57 +0100

The "Sweet Sixties" exhibition at London's Museum of Brands has to be the ultimate nostalgia trip for sweet lovers everywhere. The period pack designs will evoke the tastes and temptations from 40 years ago, including forgotten favourites such as Aztec, Fry’s 5 Centre and Bar Six - alongside Marathon and Opal Fruits before their names changed.

Major exhibitions coming to Compton Verney

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:20:28 +0100

Two remarkable exhibitions come to Compton Verney this autumn between 27th September - 14th December.

Watford Palace Theatre Celebrates 100 years - and remembers ...

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 12:42:49 +0100

Watford Place Theatre celebrate its 100th birthday on September 14th, and to mark the occasion the Palace will open its doors for free - giving people the chance to find out more about the beautiful Edwardian theatre and its work.

"Military Pride" - exhibition at Imperial War Museum North, until 12th October

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 12:35:58 +0100

"Military Pride" is a small but powerful testament to the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people (LGBT) within the context of conflict, war and military service. It also details changes in attitudes from an historical and cultural context, and a timeline of post 1945 legislature and policies within the Armed Forces.

We'll meet again: HMS Cassandra alert

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:38:08 +0100

All those who served in the destroyer HMS Cassandra are invited to join the thriving HMS Cassandra Association, run by Cliff Longfoot, who served on the ship between 1962-63.

Win tickets for the Goodwood Revival Festival 2008

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:54:24 +0100

“Glorious Goodwood” is again set to reverberate to the sounds of motor racing’s past over the weekend of September 19 – 21. And we have tickets for two lucky people to join in the fun.

Watford Palace Theatre hosts new playwriting workshop, August 16th

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:28:58 +0100

Would-be William Shakespeares, Harold Pinters and Agatha Christies will be thrilled to learn that their budding talents could be unlocked this August at Watford Palace Theatre's brand new playwriting workshop programme called 'Off the Page'. This will present a unique opportunity for new playwrights to develop their skills and receive feedback about their writing.

A chance to share in the tribute to the life and work of Syd Barrett

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:53:40 +0100

For those who watched his star shine brightly in the 60s, only to be extinguished, the name Syd Barrett will always feature among those who helped shape the decade. The original inspiration behind Pink Floyd, he was a huge influence on the psychedelic movement and the cultural blossoming that followed. Now a series of events is planned in his hometown of Cambridge to mark his contribution.

A classic story of loneliness, obsession and addiction in pre-war Earls Court

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:01:59 +0100

"Hangover Square" is a play about the darkest hours before the outbreak of WW2, and it's going to be performed at last performed in its natural home - at Earls Court’s Finborough Theatre, from July 9th 2008 for a four-week run.

Act your age at London's free festival celebrating older people, July 11th, 2008

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:05:58 +0100

Everyone is welcome at the annual Capital Age Festival, London's largest and liveliest cultural festival created by older people, for older people - and free for all. There’s no better time to act your age!