Tuesday 18 February 10:00 - 12:00 Are you bereaved by suicide and live in Kent? Come and be a part of the Kent Speak Their Name Suicide Memorial Quilt project. There are three creative workshops that will run at Beach Creative in February, March and May to support you in designing and decorating a square which will be sewn into the large quilt and travel around venues in Kent in 2025 - 2026. You are welcome to stay for the whole session or drop in OR email staklifeoffice@gmail.com for a starter pack and guidelines. The quilt will be launched at the Baton of Hope Celebrations on Monday 22 September 2025 at Dreamland Margate. The dates of the three workshops are : 18.02.25, 10:00 - 12:00 29.03.25, 14:00 - 16:00 31.05.25, 12:30 - 14:30 This project is organised by STAK.life (Stefan’s Acts of Kindness), a Community Interest Company set up in honour of Stefan Kluibenschadl.

Starting 23/26 January 2025 There are spaces on our next Cultural Ambassadors course! This FREE ten-week course is available to adults 18+ The only criteria for attending are that you should NOT have a degree in any subject. The course focuses primarily on exploring materials, techniques and processes and will suit beginners or returners, experience not really necessary. It is not a formal course to study drawing or painting. It’s fun, a place to meet new friends in a relaxed environment. The course will be split in to two groups which run either on a Thursday or a Sunday, starting January 2025. For details and an application form, email Gill – gillalexwilson@gmail.com

Starting Wednesday 29 Jan 18:45 - 20:15 Join our bereavement group for past and present loss. Connect with people who understand the challenges you’re facing in a safe and supportive space to share your feelings memories and experiences. Participate in therapeutic and creative activities and learn bereavement support techniques. Classes will run on Wednesdays, 18:45 - 20:15 at Beach Creative. £10 per person, spaces limited. Email : veronicapellant@gmail.com to book a space or get in contact via : FB @Veronica Pellant Life Coaching & Counselling Support IG @therapywith_veronica www.veronicapellant.com

Fridays in Feb / Mar 2025 10:00 - 12:00 This is drawing course aimed at beginners and those who would like to improve and develop their confidence drawing. All materials and equipment will be provided. The cost is £60 for the course. Dates : Friday 7th , 14th 28th February 7th March 2025. To book, Email : tbrownhoney@gmail.com Or Call : 07510599512 FB @Tina Brown IG @tinabrown5248 www.tinabrownartist.co.uk

Saturday 08 - Thursday 13 February | 10:00 - 16:00 Coming soon to Beach Creative we have the Canterbury College Visual Arts Zine Fair. The VISCOM students have been busy making hand-made folded zines, clay tablets, flip books and carved rubber stamp cards!! All will be on display at the Zine Fair at Beach Creative and available to buy.

Friday 28 February 19:00 - 21:00 Returning for the second year in a row and coinciding with our International Women’s Day Exhibition, we are pleased to host a live music performance from The Figureheads on Friday 28 February from 7 PM to 9 PM. This popular all-women sea shanty band is known for "bringing verve, drama, and frankly astonishing headgear" Join us for an energetic and immersive musical experience, with tickets starting from just £10.00. The ticket price includes a complimentary beer, wine, or soft drink from TOAST, which will be opening its bar especially for the evening. Buy your tickets in person at Beach Creative from the stewarding desk or purchase online through Eventbrite by clicking the 'Book now' link above. *Please note Eventbrite charges a booking fee.

Saturday 08 February 14:00- 17:00 Guided practical watercolour demonstrations, this course is for anyone interested in learning to paint in watercolour. It is designed to teach basic skills and give you the confidence to enjoy this fascinating medium. All materials needed are provided and you will leave with the watercolour art you make. The cost is £30 for 3-hour session. To book, Email : tbrownhoney@gmail.com Or Call : 07510599512 FB @Tina Brown IG @tinabrown5248 www.tinabrownartist.co.uk

Saturday 08 March 14:00- 17:00 Guided practical watercolour demonstrations, this course is for anyone interested in learning to paint in watercolour. It is designed to teach basic skills and give you the confidence to enjoy this fascinating medium. All materials needed are provided and you will leave with the watercolour art you make. The cost is £30 for 3-hour session. To book, Email : tbrownhoney@gmail.com Or Call : 07510599512 FB @Tina Brown IG @tinabrown5248 www.tinabrownartist.co.uk

Saturday 05 April 13:00- 17:00 This Lino Printing workshop is suitable for absolute beginners Explore the world of lino printing and create your own original prints. You will create your own original design and learn how to safely cut your piece of lino, how to ink up using water-based printing inks and print your design. We will be using a soft cut lino plate, which is simpler to cut when you are learning how to master this fascinating printmaking technique. The cost is £45 for the 4 hour session. To book, Email : tbrownhoney@gmail.com Or Call : 07510599512 FB @Tina Brown IG @tinabrown5248 www.tinabrownartist.co.uk

Call for Interest Develop your painting and drawing skills with talented artist Jacqueline Newbury in these customisable sessions, suitable for all levels. Sessions can be one-to-one and cost £12 per hour, with a minimum 2 hour booking. Take your practice in the direction you want! To book a session, call Jacqui on 07751 221150 or email : jacquelinetheartist3@gmail.com Visit Jacqui's website : https://jacquelinenewbury.co.uk/

Monday, Wednesday & Saturday Visiting us weekly on the following days and times : Monday 09:30-13:00 / 14:00-17:00 Wednesday 09:30-13:00 / 14:00 -17:00 Saturday 09.30-13:00 Here to help you with anything from money management and financial health, to buying or improving your home

Monday (Monthly) 13:30 - 15:00 A friendly book club, open to everyone! Book club takes place on the last Monday of every month. For further information call Theresa on 07973 985 457 or use the contact button above to email.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Sundays (Weekly) Monday 19:00 - 21:00 Wednesday 14:00 - 16:30 Sunday 14:00 - 16:30 Steve Postgate is continuing his popular clay workshops at Beach Creative for just £25 per session with use of tools, clay and kiln firing included. Get in contact directly with Steven to book by using the enquire button above or by phone 07888701049

Thursday (Weekly) 09:00 - 15:00 Speak to your community banker at Beach Creative. -We can help guide you through the ways you can bank with us -We can support with account enquiries For more infromation about community bankers click the link above or call 0345 720 3040

Thursday (Monthly) 10:00 - 11:30 The Carer's Support Group runs on the third Thursday of every month at Beach Creative. The group meets 10:00 - 11:30 Do you look after a relative or friend who can't manage without your support? You are a carer and our services are here for you!

Fridays (weekly) 13:00 - 14:00 Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of men, women, and people who meet on a regular basis to help each other to stay away from their addictions. The group will meet each Friday at Beach Creative in Studio 7. Visit website: pi@ukna.org For General enquiries call: 0300 9991212 Chad: 07517968976

Friday (Term Time) 16:00 - 17:00 CREATE is a new art club for children aged 7 - 11 years. Through a themed topic, we will explore (in the most fun way possible!) skills and techniques that encourage independent creativity and exploration. Create is run by Debbie, a passionate and experienced teacher and creative business owner. Press 'Book' for more information and booking details or contact Or contact Debbie at: cygninicrafts@gmail.com www.cygninicrafts.com FB @cygninicrafts IG @grow_a_creative_c hild

Friday's (Monthly) 14:00 - 16:00 A group for anyone living with a macular condition (central vision loss). Join us to meet others and to gain information and support. We would love to meet you. The group meet up will take place on the third Friday of every month in the Rossetti Room at Beach Creative. Please use the contact button above or email us directly : Stella.black@macularsociety.org ​Alternatively you can call us on 01306 644908 ​Click here to watch '5 years through the eyes of a mum' from Macular society

Sundays (weekly) 10:00 - 13:00 Next dates: All in Studio 7 10.00 - 1.00pm Herne Bay Young Artists (HBYA) is a group emerging from our Youth Board. Funded by the KCC Arts Investment Fund, HBYA is a pro-active and creative group of young people aged 14 -25 who are developing their own product lines and learning how to market and run their own projects in our space. The group is meeting fortnightly on a Sunday. We want to expand this group, so if any young people in Herne Bay are interested in joining, just drop Gill an email – gillalexwilson@gmail.com

Call for interest! Are you interested in joining this new group. If so why not sign up and try your hand. The cost for a 4 week course is £80, which includes all materials. Classes at Beach Creative, Herne Bay. For more information:- contact Graham on 07765034908 or use the button above to email.

Call for interest! Bring a friend to an art session! Explore painting or drawing in an introduction to creativity. Have fun whilst seeing what you are capable in just two hours. Teaching in abstract or direct observation with a choice of materials. Oil or acrylic paint or charcoal drawing. The choice is yours. Two hour sessions, am or pm with some weekends available . Please contact Jacqueline  on 07751 221150 Or email jacquelinetheartist3@gmail.com  Www.jacquelinenewbury.co.uk