Wanstead Backgammon Society
The Duke 79 Nightingale Lane, Wanstead, LondonMeeting of the Wanstead Backgammon Society. Free to all. Please contact pete.daly@ntlworld.com for more information
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Meeting of the Wanstead Backgammon Society. Free to all. Please contact pete.daly@ntlworld.com for more information
Michael Rosen: The Advantages of Nearly DyingJoin Michael Rosen for a very special evening as he reads from his latest poetry collection "Advantages of Nearly Dying"Michael Rosen’s new collection for grown-ups records his bewilderment at what happened to him during the COVID crisis, and shares his thoughts about the politics of the pandemic – the … Continue reading "Michael Rosen: The Advantages of Nearly Dying"
A talk by Jean Fullerton to The East of London Family History Society Newham & Redbridge branch As well as a published author Jean is an official speaker for the Essex, Hertfordshire and West Kent Women’s Institutes as well as the University of the Third Age (U3A). She has been the guest speaker at The … Continue reading "A Walk on the Wild Side"
Join author of cult classic Killing Eve Luke Jennings as he discusses his latest novel #PanicJoin Luke Jennings as he discusses his brand new novel #Panic.Luke Jennings is the author of the KILLING EVE trilogy, the basis for the hit TV series. The novels follow the thrilling, obsessive duel between Villanelle, an elite assassin, and … Continue reading "Luke Jennings: #PANIC in conversation with Viv Groskop"
A family friendly, multi award winning, immersive comedy performance for children aged 6-12! April 16th / 30th /May 14th / 28th
All welcome for our monthly Knit & Crochet Night at The Bull pub on Wanstead High Street. We meet at about 7.45pm on the first Monday of every month (unless it's a bank holiday, when it will be the second Monday). Whether you've never cast on a stitch or you're a seasoned pro, we'd love … Continue reading "Knitting & Crochet in the pub"
We're back for another night of comedy in Wanstead featuring funny woman of the year Laura Smyth!Comedy At The Bull Wanstead is back once again with another incredible headliner! After two sell out shows we are returning for our May night with the brilliantly talented and hilarious Laura Smyth. As usual she will be joined … Continue reading "Comedy At The Bull Wanstead – May!"
A family friendly, multi award winning, immersive comedy performance for children aged 6-12! April 16th / 30th /May 14th / 28th
A very special night with Robin Ince to launch the new, updated edition of I'm A Joke and So Are You!The return of the legend that is Robin Ince!‘Joyfully entertaining. Full of warmth, wisdom and affectionate delight in the wonder and absurdity of being human.’ Observer‘Funny, honest and heart-warming.’ Matt HaigWhat better way to understand … Continue reading "Robin Ince: I’m A Joke And So Are You!"
Luke Turner: Men at War. Loving, Lusting, Fighting, Remembering 1939-1945As a child, Luke Turner was obsessed with the Second World War. He spent hours watching Sunday war films, poring over stories of derring-do and relishing in birthday trips to air museums. Lying in bed beneath Airfix fighter planes suspended from his ceiling, he would think … Continue reading "Luke Turner: Men at War"
Join acclaimed author and broadcaster Gary Younge as he discusses his latest work , "Dispatches From the Diaspora" with Daniel TrillingJoin us for an inspiring evening with journalist Gary Younge, one of the UK's leading political voices, on the significant events of the last few decades that have impacted the Black diaspora around the globe.In … Continue reading "Gary Younge in conversation with Daniel Trilling"
Meet at the bus stop on Woodbine Place to spend some time with fellow residents in helping make Wanstead more beautiful. 10am on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
A talk by Ian Waller to The East of London Family History Society Newham & Redbridge branch Ian is a retired professional genealogist with considerable experience in English research. He currently serves as vice chairman and education officer of the Federation of Family History Societies. Branch meetings take place every month at Wanstead Library Doors … Continue reading "Convict Transportation"
A family friendly, multi award winning, immersive comedy performance for children aged 6-12! April 16th / 30th /May 14th / 28th
Join Ben Aaronovitch for a unique evening celebrating the paperback launch of Amongst Our Weapons.Ben will be hosting one of his unique evenings for fans of his cult Rivers of London books. Come prepared with a question or 10 as Ben will offer a fascinating insight into this incredible fantasy world. Copies of all his … Continue reading "An Evening with Ben Aaronovitch"