Upcoming Events - JANUARY
THE SAINTS COMMUNITY PROJECT
Wednesday 12th January 10:00am -2:00pm The Venue, Brackley Town Football Club
Open to everyone and a great way to make new friends. Only £2.00 to include coffee, cakes and entertainment. Lots of space in a well ventilated room and socially distanced tables. If you have any questions please contact Kim on 07966 254215
GLEE CLUB
Thursday 13th January from 7:30pm, Bracken Leas Primary School
Would you love to sing in a choir? Their new term starts at 7.30pm on Thursday 13th January 2022 in Bracken Leas Primary School and they are looking for people to join them! It's a fabulous time to try something new and just for you. Singing is uplifting, good fun and great for your mental wellbeing. Try a session free with no obligation to join, all adults welcome with no auditions or solos. See their website www.gleeclubuk.com to book a free taster session or pm Terri Martin on Facebook
MORRIS DANCING
Thursday 13th January from 8:00pm, The Town Hall, Brackley
A new activity for a new year? Music and dance works wonders for your mental & physical wellbeing. No cost, no commitment, just a chance to try it for yourself. Every Thursday night, 8pm upstairs in The Brackley Town Hall, from 6th Jan onwards. The quieter winter months are always a great time for newcomers to have a go.
COMMUNITY QUIZ NIGHT
Thursday 13th January from 8:00pm. The Chequered Flag, Brackley.
Hosted by Andy Bannard, join in and have a laugh with The Chequered Flag’s Community quiz night raising money for good causes. £2 per person. It’s the easiest way to raise money for your local group or organisation! If you are interested in having your own quiz night at the pub, please get in touch with them.
SOCIAL STITCH
Friday 14th January 10:00am-12:30pm, Stitching Kitchen, Top Station Road, Brackley
Make some crafty friends! You can learn from others in a totally informal way. Join us at Stitching Kitchen each Friday morning to stitch in company. We are a chatty, supportive, friendly and inclusive group who love to help a fellow crafter in need of help, inspiration or advice.
Bring along your current stitch project and join us for a chat, cuppa and cake.
COFFEE AND CARDS
Friday 14th January 3:00pm – 4:00pm Jenny’s Cafe, Brackley
Jenny McCormac's weekly coffee and card
making session in Jenny’s Cafe.
£7 per person which includes
refreshments, tuition and supplies for 2 cards to make and take home.
Contact Jenny McCormac to pre book a place jenny@jeminicrafts.co.uk
BEGINNERS
SEWING – GET TO KNOW YOUR SEWING MACHINE - NOW FULL!
Saturday 15th January 11:00am -1:00pm Sticthing Kitchen, Top Station Road, Brackley
A short workshop to get to know your sewing machine and gain confidence in stitching seams and topstitching. Problem solving and threading
You bought a sewing machine but haven’t got to grips with it yet? This two hour course is right up your street!
You can now extend your thread of knowledge with this sewing workshop for beginners. Join Hannah for this two-hour class offering an introduction to domestic sewing machines.
After getting to grips with threading, you'll also have the opportunity to explore different stitching techniques and seams, all with easy techniques provided by your host. We will also cover some trouble shooting and what are the typical problems which can occur.
During the second half of the workshop, we will focus on quilting techniques. You will choose from a selection of fabrics to design and make your pot holder.
Once you have completed this class you will be ready to join us on either a quilting course or perhaps on some of the garment sewing workshops planned for 2022
Don't miss out on this fantastic introduction where you're sure to leave understanding the basics of using a sewing machine, and ready to tackle your first garment!
Everything is provided for this workshop. If you want to use your own machine just bring it along.
£25 per person available from https://www.stitchingkitchen.co.uk or their Facebook page
BRACKLEY TOWN FOOTBALL
Saturday 15th January 3:00pm Kick off
Away match against Chester as part of Vanarama North championship
KARAOKE NIGHT
Saturday 15th January from 7:00pm , Towcester Mill Brewery
It does what it says on the tin. Come sing, dance, drink, help Renew 169 Wellbeing Cafe raise money!
SCRAMBLE!
Sunday 16th January 9:00am – 2:00pm Bicester Heritage Centre
Join Bicester Heritage Centre for the first Scramble of 2022 on Sunday 16th January.
Kicking off the New Year, their site will open up from 9am until 2pm, welcoming in attendees to experience historic motoring at its best. Their 45 industry-leading Specialists will open the doors to their restored buildings, allowing behind the scenes access to their showrooms and workshops promising fun for all of the family.
Not to mention, our Scramblers membership club will be present, promising a range of curated delights for members and non members - and attendees who have had enough festive cheer.
Family and dog friendly, the Scramble is a wonderful way to while away the weekend hours in the company of some spectacular machines, in a COVID-compliant setting.
KNIT AND NATTER
Monday 17th January 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Library
Bring along your own projects. All ages and abilities welcome
TALK MH MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS INFORMATION SESSION
Monday 17th January 2:00pm -4:00pm Brackley Library
Talk MH will be in the library to share information about mental health awareness.
This session is free. Whether you would like to find out where to get some support or just find out more and have a friendly chat, pop into the library during these times.
THE DALE COLLINS FUN QUIZ
Tuesday 18th January from 8:30pm
Every Tuesday join Quizmaster Dale Collins for great questions and prizes.
Spaces are limited so please book a table
THE SAINTS COMMUNITY PROJECT
Wednesday 19th January 10:00am -2:00pm The Venue, Brackley Town Football Club
Open to everyone and a great way to make new friends. Only £2.00 to include coffee, cakes and entertainment. Lots of space in a well ventilated room and socially distanced tables. If you have any questions please contact Kim on 07966 254215
TOWCESTER COUNTRY MARKET
Thursday 20th January 8:30am – 11:30am, Sawpits Centre Towcester
Towcester's
best kept secret.
Pop along for free range eggs, local honey,
preserves, crafts, plants and delicious bakes.
MORRIS DANCING
Thursday 20th January from 8:00pm, The Town Hall, Brackley
A new activity for a new year? Music and dance works wonders for your mental & physical wellbeing. No cost, no commitment, just a chance to try it for yourself. Every Thursday night, 8pm upstairs in The Brackley Town Hall, from 6th Jan onwards. The quieter winter months are always a great time for newcomers to have a go.
COMMUNITY QUIZ NIGHT
Thursday 20th January from 8:00pm. The Chequered Flag, Brackley.
Hosted by Andy Bannard, join in and have a laugh with The Chequered Flag’s Community quiz night raising money for good causes. £2 per person. It’s the easiest way to raise money for your local group or organisation! If you are interested in having your own quiz night at the pub, please get in touch with them.
BRACKLEY COUNTRY MARKET
Friday 21st January 10:00-12:00. Brackley Library
Located in Brackley Library with a full market! Not only do they have delicious homemade bakes but also have handcrafted goodies and wonderful local honey. Stay for a chat and have a cup of tea or coffee in their pop up tea shop.
SOCIAL STITCH
Friday 21st January 10:00am-12:30pm, Stitching Kitchen, Top Station Road, Brackley
Make some crafty friends! You can learn from others in a totally informal way. Join us at Stitching Kitchen each Friday morning to stitch in company. We are a chatty, supportive, friendly and inclusive group who love to help a fellow crafter in need of help, inspiration or advice.
Bring along your current stitch project and join us for a chat, cuppa and cake.
COFFEE AND CARDS
Friday 21st January 3:00pm - 4:00pm Hummingbirds Bistro, Brackley
Jenny McCormac's weekly coffee and card
making session in Hummingbirds Bistro
£7 per person which
includes refreshments, tuition and supplies for 2 cards to make and
take home.
Contact Jenny McCormac to pre book a place jenny@jeminicrafts.co.uk
CRAIG LIVE
Friday 21st January 6:00pm – 9:00pm Towcester Mill Brewery
Join Towcester Mill Brewery on Friday night for some tunes from Craig, who always gets the weekend off to a great start! Craig will be singing and playing guitar to hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s - there'll be something for everyone so you can put your feet up and chill out. No tickets required, just turn up on the day - tables will be available on a first come, first served basis
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY
Fridau 21st January from 6:30pm lock29, Banbury
Freddie Mercury -- the lead singer of Queen -- defies stereotypes and convention to become one of history's most beloved entertainers. The band's revolutionary sound and popular songs lead to Queen's meteoric rise in the 1970s. After leaving the group to pursue a solo career, Mercury reunites with Queen for the benefit concert Live Aid -- resulting in one of the greatest performances in rock 'n' roll history.
They will be pausing the film for a 15 minute interval at an appropriate halfway point so guests can take a comfort break and collect any pre-ordered drinks from the bar.
BRACKLEY TOWN FOOTBALL
Saturday 22nd January 3:00pm Kick off
Home match against Chorley as part of Vanarama North championship
THE ROD STEWART SONGBOOK
Saturday 22nd January from 7:30pm The Mills Arts Centre, Banbury
he Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring Pete McCall, Europe’s foremost tribute. Along with his sensational live band, you will be taken on a musical journey spanning 50 years, when one of rock music’s greatest icons sold over 250 million records worldwide. These unforgettable hits include Sailing, Maggie May, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy, Some Guys Have All The Luck, Baby Jane, Rhythm Of My Heart, You Wear It Well, Hot Legs and many many more.
Tickets available from www.themillartscentre.co.uk/shows/rod-stewart-songbook
WEDDING SHOWCASE
Sunday 23rd January 11:00am-3:00pm Stowe House, Buckinghamshire
Stowe House would love to welcome all couples to a wedding showcase taking place on the 23rd Januaray 2022.
This would be a fantastic time to come along, meet the team as well as some of their regular suppliers, and take a look at their fantastic spaces.
Please register your interest at events@stowe.co.uk
KNIT AND NATTER
Monday 24th January 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Library
Bring along your own projects. All ages and abilities welcome
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE HEARING ADVISORY SERVICE
Tuesday 25th January 10:00am-12:00noon outside Brackley Library
A free service to help you with any NHS hearing aid related issues including replacement of NHS hearing aid batteries, cleaning, re-tubing and replacement of open fittings.
THE DALE COLLINS FUN QUIZ
Tuesday 25th January from 8:30pm
Every Tuesday join Quizmaster Dale Collins for great questions and prizes.
Spaces are limited so please book a table
THE SAINTS COMMUNITY PROJECT
Wednesday 26th January 10:00am -2:00pm The Venue, Brackley Town Football Club
Open to everyone and a great way to make new friends. Only £2.00 to include coffee, cakes and entertainment. Lots of space in a well ventilated room and socially distanced tables. If you have any questions please contact Kim on 07966 254215
TOWCESTER COUNTRY MARKET
Thursday 27th January 8:30am – 11:30am, Sawpits Centre Towcester
Towcester's
best kept secret.
Pop along for free range eggs, local honey,
preserves, crafts, plants and delicious bakes.
MORRIS DANCING
Thursday 27th January from 8:00pm, The Town Hall, Brackley
A new activity for a new year? Music and dance works wonders for your mental & physical wellbeing. No cost, no commitment, just a chance to try it for yourself. Every Thursday night, 8pm upstairs in The Brackley Town Hall, from 6th Jan onwards. The quieter winter months are always a great time for newcomers to have a go.
COMMUNITY QUIZ NIGHT
Thursday 27th January from 8:00pm. The Chequered Flag, Brackley.
Hosted by Andy Bannard, join in and have a laugh with The Chequered Flag’s Community quiz night raising money for good causes. £2 per person. It’s the easiest way to raise money for your local group or organisation! If you are interested in having your own quiz night at the pub, please get in touch with them.
LIVE COMEDY NIGHT – THE NOISE NEXT DOOR & MARK NELSON
Thursday 27th January 8:00pm – 10:30pm Towcester Mill Brewery
It's The Towcester ill Brewery’s first Live Comedy Night of 2022! Treat yourself to a night out or why not buy tickets as a Christmas gift for a friend or family?
Their headline act will be The Noise Next Door who are twelve time sell-out veterans of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and one of the country’s most sought after comedy club headliners. The four guys - Matt, Tom, Sam and Robin - leave audiences everywhere in awe of their lightning-quick wit and totally original comedic talents. They have appeared on BBC1, BBC3, ITV1, BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 4 and performed alongside the likes of Michael McIntyre, Al Murray and Harry Hill.
Opening the night will be Mark Nelson, who is renowned for his brilliantly dark material, as host of BBC’s smash-hit show The Good, The Bad & The Unexpected and from the smash hit online comedy Saturday Live at the Stand comedy shows. He has firmly established himself on the comedy circuit, scooping the coveted Scottish Comedian of the Year title in 2006.
Support act is to be confirmed... The evening will be compered by the Mill's resident MC, Pete Teckman.
Over 18s only. Please note some material by comedians may be of an adult nature. Acts are subject to change.
BRACKLEY COUNTRY MARKET
Friday 28th January 10:00-12:00. Brackley Library
Located in Brackley Library with a full market! Not only do they have delicious homemade bakes but also have handcrafted goodies and wonderful local honey. Stay for a chat and have a cup of tea or coffee in their pop up tea shop.
SOCIAL STITCH
Friday 28th January 10:00am-12:30pm, Stitching Kitchen, Top Station Road, Brackley
Make some crafty friends! You can learn from others in a totally informal way. Join us at Stitching Kitchen each Friday morning to stitch in company. We are a chatty, supportive, friendly and inclusive group who love to help a fellow crafter in need of help, inspiration or advice.
Bring along your current stitch project and join us for a chat, cuppa and cake.
COFFEE AND CARDS
Friday 28th January 3:00pm - 4:00pm Hummingbirds Bistro, Brackley
Jenny McCormac's weekly coffee and card
making session in The Wellbeing Centre at Croft Lodge.
£7 per
person which includes refreshments, tuition and supplies for 2 cards
to make and take home.
Contact Jenny McCormac to pre book a place jenny@jeminicrafts.co.uk
BRACKLEY LEISURE CENTRE OPEN DAY
Saturday 29th January 8:00am – 6:00pm Brackley Leisure Centre
They're back with their annual open day, and they've got a right treat in store for you this year.
It will be the return of their BIG OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP! So they're inviting you to join them for the big event.
On top of this they will be offering, free gym and class usage all day (so its the perfect time to bring a friend). They will also have a range of different fitness classes running.
In our pool, they will be welcoming Stowe Sub Aqua, who will joining them to run some trial dive sessions. Then in the afternoon they will be bringing out the inflatable for one big inflatable fun session.
They are just finalising the timetables for the day, so hang tight and don't forget keep an eye out...
[To find out more about the dive sessions taking place, please visit: https://www.stowesubaqua.co.uk/events/2022-01-29/ *Booking essential
BRACKLEY
TOWN FOOTBALL
Saturday 29th January 3:00pm Kick off
Home match against Farsley Celtic as part of Vanarama North championship
LIVE MUSIC – THE SOCIAL SERVICES
Saturday 29th January from 8:00pm , The Wine Vaults, Banbury
LEANORA SOUL LIVE BAND
Saturday 29th January 8:00pm – 11:00pm Towcester Mill Brewery
NEW DATE! If you like the music of Chic, Sister Sledge, Jocelyn Brown and Bob Marley then look no further! Leanora bring back the essence of this genre with the ultimate fusion of Reggae classics and beautiful soul music. Leanora is a five piece funk soul band with a unique energy who will offer a mix of soul, funk and disco with a few reggae classics thrown in!
Fronted by a sensational female vocalist, the band also showcases its talented drummer, base player, guitarist and keyboardist. Leanora is passionate about keeping the essence of funk and soul music alive so get your friends together and book your tickets for a great night out for 2022!
Tickets cost £10pp. This music night will be held in the Malt Room on the second floor. Doors to the Malt Room bar open at 7pm, music starts at 8pm Tickets from bit.ly/31QCv6k
KNIT AND NATTER
Monday 31st January 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Library
Bring along your own projects. All ages and abilities welcome
