Events - from 11/07/08

Jul 11 2008 by Michael Green, Chester Chronicle

EVENTS

FRIDAY

CHESTER: Pilates matwork classes at the Caldy Valley Neighbourhood Centre from 9.30-10.30am. Ring 01244 375422/07746 968028.

CHESTER: Junior Chess Club meets every Friday from 6-7.30pm at the Watertower Pavilion, Tower Road, for ages seven and upwards. Ring 01244 320207.

NESS: Ranger-led walk from Ness Gardens providing an insight into the estuary and its surrounding area. Meet at Ness Gardens car park at 10.30am. Ring 0151 356 6782.

NESTON: University of Liverpool International Community coffee morning, Leahurst House, Chester High Road, 10.30-noon. Children welcome. 0151 336 6661/1517.

SATURDAY

CHESTER: Discovering Medieval Chester - a rare opportunity to explore the stretch of the City Walls around the Water Tower from 10.30am-4.30pm.

CHESTER: National Archaeology Day in Chester from 10.30am-4pm. Ring 01244 402009 for details.

ELLESMERE PORT: Silver Band Picnic featuring live music from Ellesmere Port Silver Band at Stanney Fields Park from 7-9pm. Free admission. Ring 0151 336 1022.

HANDBRIDGE: The St Andrew’s United Reformed Church are holding their annual summer fair in the grounds of St Mary's Church at 2pm.

HUXLEY: The Methodist Church is open every Saturday from 2-4pm for people to enjoy fairtrade tea/coffee and cakes, all at modest prices. Also on sale are Traidcraft goods and a good selection of second-hand books. Ring 01829 781321.

KELSALL: St Philip’s Walking Group trip to River Alun & Llandegla meets at the community centre. Phone 751603 for details.

KINGSLEY: Kingsley Community Playing Field is being transformed into a colourful carnival at 2pm featuring samba bands, martial arts demonstrations, gymnastic displays, a circus workshop and a bouncy castle.

PORT SUNLIGHT: Car boot sale at the Gladstone Theatre from 7.30am-noon. Pitches have to be reserved in advance by contacting 0151 334 8659. All proceeds go to the theatre's Improvement Fund Appeal and will help with the cost of box office extensions planned for later in the summer.

TARPORLEY: Annual village carnival featuring a parade, The Wacky Tumblairs comedy trampoline act, Clan Urquhart Pipe Band, James Gilman Dog & Ducks, Guides & Scouts, a tug of war, entertainers, stalls, rides and more. The parade begins at 1pm, with the grand opening to be held at Tarporley Community Centre at 1.45pm. Adult admission is £1.50, and those under 16 go free.

TARPORLEY: The next Java Jive freestyle event will be held at Tarporley Community Centre at 8pm. Tickets are £7 and can be obtained on the door.

WREXHAM: National Gardens Scheme open day at Prices Lane Allotments from 11am-6pm. Admission £3, children free.

SUNDAY

CHESTER: Discovering Medieval Chester - a rare opportunity to explore the stretch of the City Walls around the Water Tower from 10.30am-4.30pm.

CHESTER: National Archaeology Day in Chester from 10.30am-4pm. Ring 01244 402009 for details.

CHESTER: The Ramblers Association have a varied programme of walks events and meet every Sunday in Upton. New members welcome. Ring 0151 339 1178 or 01244 377786 or visit www.ramblers.org.uk.

CHRISTLETON: Christleton Churches Together: village tea room, at the methodist church, 2pm-4.30pm each Sunday afternoon in June, July and August. Drinks and home-made cakes. Proceeds to charity.

ERBISTOCK: National Gardens Scheme open day at The Garden House from 2-5pm. Admission £3, children free. Ring 01978 781149.

KELSALL: KADRAS hosting a Village Walk & Treasure Hunt starting at 1.30pm at Kelsall Green.

WILLASTON: 315th meeting of the Morris Ring - more than 100 morris men converge on Willaston Green from noon onwards in an explosion of traditional dance and colour. Ring 0151 348 5102 for details.

MONDAY

CHESTER: British Cardiac Patients Association Zipper Club for cardiac patients, carers and friends meets at Hoole Community Centre in Westminster Road at 2.30pm on the third Monday of the month.

TUESDAY

CHESTER: The Chester & District Fuchsia Society will be holding their monthly meeting when Anthony Nolan of Conquest Nursery will talk about Foliage Plants at The Catholic Social Club, Brook Street, at 7.30pm. Phone 01928 714593 for information.

CHESTER: Psychic readings at Jones' Wine Bar in City Road from 6.30-10.30pm. Ring 07713 297837.

DODLESTON: Cash prize quiz at the Red Lion from 9pm onwards. Ring 01244 684001 for details.

FARNDON: Prize bingo will be held at Farndon Sports and Social Club at 8pm.

UPTON: Aglow Evening for ladies with speaker Rev Ann Kenton. Cheshire County Sports Club 7.15pm. Admission £2 including refreshments. Ring 01829 752956 for details and transport. Guests welcome.

WEDNESDAY

CHESTER: Cheshire Touring Mountain Bike Club evening leisure rides starting from opposite the Town Hall at 7pm. Ring 01829 740997.

CHESTER: Aerobic fitness for beginners, 6.30-7.20pm at Hoole Community Centre, Westminster Road. £2.75 or £2.50 for Charisma Card holders. Call Tess on 07854 394967.

KELSALL: Kelsall Flower Club meeting with talk on Dream Voyages by Joan Hardwick at 7.45pm in the Methodist Hall.

LITTLE STANNEY: Pilates classes at Little Stanney Village Hall 6.15-7pm. Ring 01244 375422/07746 968028.

MANCOT: Yoga at Mancot Church Hall at 8pm. Ring 07939 828941.

UPTON (CHESTER): Chester and District Patchworkers and Quilters meet on the third Wednesday of each month at Upton Village Hall, Heath Road, between 7.30-9pm. Visitors are welcome. For details, phone Sue Horder on 301716.

THURSDAY

BROUGHTON: Slimming World class from 5.30pm and 7.30pm at the War Memorial Institute. Ring 01244 534593.

CHESTER: General knowledge quiz in aid of Miles of Smiles at The Ship Victory in George Street from 8.30pm.

FRODSHAM: Buddhist Meditation Class at 7.30pm at Castle Park Arts Centre. Cost £5. Term based. Ring 01244 300605 to book.

MOLD: Yoga classes at St David's Church Hall (opposite fire station) at 8pm. Ring 01244 811839.