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West Mersea Free Church

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Sunday morning services @ 10:30am every week - Mill Road

St Peter & St Paul Church

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Morning Prayer is said at 8am on weekdays, 9am on Saturdays and Bank Holidays. Evening prayed is said at 5:15pm on weekdays.

Waldegraves Car Boot Sale

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Every Sunday from 8am to 1pm, held at Waldegraves Holiday Park in Waldegraves Lane.

Kelvedon Car Boot Sale

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Every Tuesday 11am til 4pm Booters - �10 Buyers - 50p No concessions

East Mersea's First Farmers Market

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Planning East Mersea's first Farmers Market 1st Saturday in may East Mersea Village Hall. Plus looking for local food producers to have a stall limited to 15 stalls.

Mersea Rugby Club MAY BALL

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

3rd June 06 at Greys Farm, West Mersea, Tickets �10 avalible soon. mersearugby.co.uk for more info coming soon!!

LowTide Day

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

A fun FREE family marine event is being organised by the Colne Estuary Partnership to celebrate LowTide Day.

This is a free annual event of education and celebration, offering people the opportunity to explore and enjoy local coastal sites and aspects of the sea.

This year�s event is being held at Cudmore Grove Country Park, East Mersea, and will run from 11am to 4pm. There will be much to see and do, and not just for children! Attractions will include:

- A range of children�s activities and games
- Shore searches
- A chance to see marine life up close in touch and feel tanks
- Kite making and flying
- Shell mobile making
- A storytelling walk
- Professional face painting
- Sand sculpting
- Bird watching walks
- Boat trips around the estuary
- Displays on the fantastic marine life of the Colne Estuary

The Brightlingsea Harbour Commissioners have kindly agreed to run ferry trips throughout the day from Brightlingsea jetty and Point Clear to East Mersea, for just �1.

Please note high tide is at 1pm on the 27 May and it is possible the strood will be covered between 12pm and 2pm. If so, you can either come along before this in the morning when the event starts or after high tide. Alternatively you can catch the Brightlingsea ferry over to the event at any time between 9am and 5pm.

For further information or if you would like to be involved in LowTide Day, please contact the Colne Estuary Officer, Erin Pettifer on 01206 282480 or by email at erin.pettifer@colchester.gov.uk.

The event is sponsored by Brightlingsea Harbour Commissioners, Hampstead homes and English Nature.

Garage & Forecourt Sale

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

5 freinds have heaps of bargains, including furniture, household items and a lot more!

Come and browse from 09.30am - 6.00pm on Saturday 27th - Monday 29th May inclusive.

MRC BIG PINK PIG PARTY 2006

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

3rd June 06 at Greys Farm, West Mersea, Tickets �10 avalible soon. mersearugby.co.uk for more info coming soon!!

Tour of Colchester

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Walking Tour of Colchester Town Centre with guide Alan Mogridge. Meet outside main Castle Gates 7pm. Event organsied by Mersea Island Society open to members and no-members. Limited availability, to book place please contact Sarah Shehadeh of MI Soc on 01206-383013

Line Dancing

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Line Dance Class for beginners at the Methodist Church Hall, Mill Road, West Mersea.Held every Friday evening from 7.45 to 9.30.

Horticultural Society Summer Show

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

MERSEA ISLAND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY SUMMER SHOW MICA CENTRE 15TH JULY 2.00PM

Mersea Reunion

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

We are about to put up posters and advertise a Mersea friends & families reunion at the Victory Hotel coast rd West Mersea on: SUNDAY 30th July 06

We hope to have Ron Green present who is one of our well-known local historians and has a huge collection of Mersea memorabilia.

Organised mostly by those born in the 1950�s it will be open to friends of mersea school, or of that era- and families� which should just about cover EVERYONE� So if you have someone in mind that you often wonder where, or how they are, miss their company from school, or have a lost relation that could help with your family tree, or just want to join in the fun� now�s the opportunity to log in to www.mersea-island.com/ and add their name or yours to the Mersea Reunion �06 thread in the forum. We will do our best to track them down, spread the word or just let them know that YOU will be there. J Otherwise someone can do just that �on your behalf!

Hope to see you all there!! Please bring your old school photos or any of Mersea Island �the older the better.

Most welcome too, will be older generations who might remember life on the island pre & during WW2. This, with YOUR help and attendance will be a truly lovely afternoon.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Kay, Sally, Cathy

Bouncy Castle Fun Day

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

2nd August, Bouncy Castle Fun Day at East Mersea Vineyards, 12pm - 4pm. Cafe and bar on site. Entry by wristband one price to pay per child. �5 for over 3's, �3.50 for under 3's. Under 3's have their own section.

Come and join in the fun.

MI School Bouncy Castle Fun Day

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

12-4pm Food & Refreshments �5.00 entrance

Mersea Regatta

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

West Mersea Town Regatta takes place on Mersea Island in Essex, and has been running for over 150 years. A Regatta Programme containing all the Regatta details along with numerous interesting articles of local events past and present, is available from a number of Mersea shops for about six weeks prior to the Regatta.

The Cobmarsh Marathon usually takes place two weeks before the main Regatta and in 2006 will be on Saturday 29th July. The main Cobmarsh event is a pair-oared Rowing Race around Cobmarsh Island, followed by several more light-hearted rowing races. There is a Prizegiving and social event in the evening.

The Sailing Races start Regatta Day events. The first start is at 0900 hrs with about 200 boats taking part, split into 27 different classes with starts at 10 minute intervals. The competing boats range from Smacks, Racing Yachts and Classic Yachts, to Fisherman's Open Boats and Dinghy Classes.

Entry Forms for the sailing events are available in the Regatta Programme and must be handed in to the West Mersea Yacht Club by Sunday 6th August.

The Watersports events get underway in the afternoon, with a variety of Rowing Races, an Outboard Motor Balloon Race, a Swimming Race and the ever popular Assault Boat Race. The final event is 'Walking The Greasy Pole' which is rigged over the side of the Thames Barge Committee Boat. Entries for the Watersports are free and entering is not required - just be on the start line.

Waterside Attractions include Displays and Stalls on the car park, the Bocking Concert Brass Band, Bert Stock's Fair, RNLI Souvenirs at the Old Lifeboat Station as well as Regatta T-Shirts, Sweat Shirts and Polo Shirts on sale. The Old Lifeboat Station situated at the bottom of Firs Chase is the Regatta Emergency Contact Point.

There is Free Parking all day in the School Field in Barfield Road.

A Grand Firework Display takes place at dusk. Please give generously to the bucket collection, as this is the only funding for the display.

A friendly 'Coast Road Evening' social event is held in Peter Clarke's Shed with the Poachers. Details of tickets may be found in the Regatta Programme.

All West Mersea Town Regatta Cups for the Cobmarsh, Sailing and Watersports Events should be returned to MarineStore Wyatts by Saturday 15th July 2006.

MERSEA REGATTA PARKING RESTRICTIONS
The Council's car park in Coast Road, West Mersea will be closed between 6pm on Friday 11 August and 11pm on Saturday 12 August 2006.

Bands by the Sand

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

After its great success last year when it entertained thousands and generated �16,000 for local charities, 'Bands by the Sand' is back organised again by Mersea Island Rotary.

Headline band Bootleg Blues Brothers will perform an unforgettable tribute to the musical and cinema legend of the 80's. Full supporting programme to dance to inside or outside the giant marquee including East Anglia's leading Afro-Latin band Scoobs in Colombia, rock band Dr Rox, plus Mersea's own Poachers and the fearsome Scary Bitches fresh from their European gigs.

Good selection of hot food and drink, seafood by the famous Company Shed, and a fully licensed bar. Come along, get yourself a hat and shades, and help put the fun into fund-raising.

Gates open 5.30pm, music from 6.30 to 12.30. Further details and tickets �15 online from www.bandsbythesand.org, or telephone 01206 719066, or from local retailers Island Music, Taylor Carpets, Waldegraves Holiday Park, Seapets of Tollgate, Merlin Pools of Berechurch Road or Colchester Visitor Information Centre in Queen Street.

Mersea Seafood Festival CANCELLED

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

The Mersea Seafood Festival celebrates the maritime heritage of Mersea Island with a series of events centred on the waterfront in the ancient 'City' of Mersea. CANCELLED

Charity Bike Ride

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Islanders might be interested in combining ferry and bike to attend a Rotary Club charity bike ride in Brightlingsea.

5, 25 or 40 mile rides through the leafy Tendring Peninsula. Reduced cost for entry forms in advance, music, food and bar at venue.

Further information, entry and sponsorship forms available at www.brightlingsea-town.co.uk\rotary call 01206 303135 or 01206 305024

Mersea Mini Meet

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Saturday 16 Sept -Evening BBQ
Sunday 17 Sept - Display of Minis
Mini enthusiasts & public welcome
Trade stalls, Show & Shine, Fun & Games, It`s A Knockout etc.

Day Out to Bury St Edmunds for Catherdral Tour

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Day Out to Bury St Edmunds for Cathedral tour with coffee and with opportunity to visit park and shopping there on market day.

Wed 20 September by chartered coach direct from Mersea. Leave Mersea (outside MICA centre) at 9.00 am arrive about 10.30 am, leave at 16.30 pm back about 6.00 pm. Event organised by Mersea Island Society. Open to members and non-members. Pre-booking required at cost of �12.50 per person inclusive of Cathedral tour and coffee. For further information contact Sarah Shehadeh of MI Soc on 01206-383013

Adult Ballroom & Latin Dance Class for Beginners

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Adult Ballroom and Latin Dance Class for Beginners on a friday night from 8pm till 9 in the Mica Centre starts 29th September Lorraine Burrell 01621 868913

Whats Going On at Bradwell?

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Public Meeting at MICA Centre in Mersea on Tues 31 October. Open from 6.30 pm for an informal session with a formal presentation at 7.30 pm followed by questions and answers. Presentations by the Bradwell Power Station Manager of British Nuclear Group, the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, and the Environment Agency. All Welcome.

For further details contact Paul Hetherington, Communications Officer 01621-873390 or see local press.

Talk by HM Coastguard

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Talk by HM Coastguard at Mersea Museum Tues Oct 17 at 730pm. Event organised by Mersea Island Society. Open to members and non-members. No pre-booking required. For further information contact Sarah Shehadeh of MI Soc on 01206-383013

What's Going On at Bradwell?

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

This is your opportunity to hear the latest news from British Nuclear Group and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority as decommissioning gets fully underway at Bradwell Reactor Site.

Join representatives anytime from 18:30 for tea and coffee, with a formal presentation and question and answer session at 19:30 on Tuesday 31 October 2006 at the Mersea Community and Sports Centre.

For more information contact Paul Hetherington on 01621 873390.

MICA Concert (Pete Jezard & The Blackwater Band)

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Pete Jezard and The Blackwater Band in Concert - Traditional jazz and swing. Tickets �6.00 from the Office 384656.

MICA Concert (Black British African Dance Troup)

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Black British African dance troup performing modern fused with traditional african dance, hip hop and jazz. This brilliasnt event is sponsored by Essex on Tour so tickets are a bargain �6-�5-�4 again available from the Centre Office.

Talk: Sea-Food & Eat-It

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Talk by John Llewellyn Jones "Sea-food and Eat It !" at Mersea Museum Tues Nov 21st at 730pm. Event organised by Mersea Island Society together with their Annual General Meeting. Open to members and non-members. No pre-booking required. For further information contact Sarah Shehadeh of MI Soc on 01206-383013

Poop-Deck Get-Together

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Visit the "poop-deck" on 2nd.Dec 6-8pm for a get-to-gether glass of mulled wine and a minced pie.

MESH Concerts

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

On the third Friday of every month MICA puts on a concert under the MESH"name - meaning 'musical entertainment in the Small Hall'. These are professional concerts performed in an intimate atmosphere - soft lighting, drapes and a private bar. The artists are always of a high calibre and the audiences, usually about 70 strong are a friendly lot.

Concerts vary from classic, string quartets and the like, to jazz and the evenings are announced usually about a month ahead.

If you would like to participate (or you know somebody who would love it) please contact the Centre on 384656 or leave your e-mail address with them.

Steve Travis (Singer/Entertainer)

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Country singing at The Barn and The Wheatsheaf, starts 7pm and it's FREE entry!

Ladies' Night

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Ann Summers trade stall, comedian Tiffany Wells, dancers Kane and Warlock. FREE cocktail with ticket. Tickets �7.00, starts at 7pm.

Saxophonist at The Coast Inn

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Saxophonist Danny Stanley at The Coast Inn.

Royal British Legion

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Quiz in the lounge every Thursday, non-members welcome.

St Patrick's Weekend Fiddles Elbow

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

High energy, Irish-influenced folk/rock bank. A winning combination playing at The Barn and The Wheatsheaf with FREE entry.

Essex Story Tellers: A Green Mist Rising

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Essex Story Tellers to visit the Mersea Museum with their latest dramatic production 'A Green Mist Rising' which tells of Essex Witch Trials. Ths evening starts at 7:30pm, tickets available from West Mersea Library for �6.00 (�4.00 for concessions) part of proceeds to Museum funds.

Calling Mersea Youths!

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Did you know every friday evening you can visit Mersea Outdoors. Meet friday evening at 7pm at MICA or bus stop in Barfield Road, or Seaview Avenue. Well worth a visit!

MI Wildlife Forum

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Meetings held the 4th Thursday of every month at 7:30pm.

Charity Quiz Night

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Held at 7pm, teams up to six. �4.00 per person in the Main Hall at Mersea School. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. Please call to book. Monies raised go to Childhood Diabetes.

MI Society Open Meeting

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

The Mersea Island Society open meeting featuring a talk on Environmental Issues with relevance to Mersea by Sam Norton and an update on problems faced by the local fishing industry by Andrew French followed by a Question and Answer Session on these,and other topics such as Bradwell. ALL WECOME. 7.30 at Museum Tues 27 March Entrance 50p inc coffee or tea

The Strood WI

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Meetings held in British Legion Hall at 7:30pm. Speaker Diana Richards on Line Dancing. The competition 'An Unusual Belt".

WM Womens Institute Coffee Morning

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Non members welcome!

Mersea Museum Art Sale

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Also open Saturday March 31st and Sunday April 1st. Exhibition open 10am to 5pm Friday & Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday. Browsers very welcome.

MI Horticultural Society Show

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Details available from Diane Groom on 01206 384594.

British Legion: Martin Weavers

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

...will be in the lounge bar.

Giant Rubbit Run

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Easter Sunday Giant Rabbit Run, organised by Mersea Lions.

Interested in Singing?

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Come and join us at East Mersea Village Hall at 8pm on March 27th and April 24th. No experience needed just come and enjoy yourself!

Interested in Singing?

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Come and join us at East Mersea Village Hall at 8pm on April 24th. No experience needed just come and enjoy yourself!

British Legion: Steve Travis

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

...will be in the main hall. Tickets �6.00.

Bernard Jenkin MP Advice Surgery

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Bernard Jenkin MP will be holding an advice surgery at West Mersea Town Council Offices (Melrose Road) on Friday 1st June, 3-5pm.

To make an appointment, constituents should phone the constituency office on 01376 564292 or the Westminster office on 020 7219 0253.

WM Farmers Market

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Held at the British Legion Hall, Barfield Road on the 1st Saturday of each month. Running from 9am til 12noon. New stalls welcome.

Kelvedon Car Boot Sale

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Held every Tuesday, 4pm to late. Off the A12 Northbound exit. Kelvedon sellers �10.00. 50% discount if booked in advance - buyers 50p a car.

Hot Rod Car Show

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

For the tenth year my car club,the Acton Hot Rod Association will be holding our car show at the Youth Camp on Sunday 10th June.We fully expect to once again fill the showfield with a mixture of Hot Rods,Customs,Yanks & show vehicles.Entry is �5.00 per car regardless of how many passengers with parking provided.

A live band & music all day plus a food court & licensed bar.This year our charity donation will be to the Colchester General ITU

MIS Summer Outing

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

The Mersea Island Society has arranged a summer outing to Cambridge from Mersea for members and non-members on Thursday 21 June including entry to the Cambridge University Botanical Garden with many plant species, arboretum, glass-houses; rock, woodland and other gardens, and with a cafe and a picnic area. There is opportunity to visit the nearby Fitzwilliam Museum and or the City centre for shopping and sightseeing.

MI Lions Round the Island Race

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Mersea Island Lions annual Round the Island Race on Sunday the 27th of June. This is a thirteen mile course along sea walls, beach and road.

Meet at Willoughby car park, race begins at 10am. Pre-race entry �6.00 otherwise �8.00 on the day. All runners welcome.

All finishers receive mdels. All funds to local charities.

Close-Up Magic

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Coming up in July at the Victory at Mersea:- Sunday 8th July from 6pm, close up magic from lez the Fez.

Music & Trivia Quiz

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Join the gang at The Victory Hotel for a night of music and trivia quiz. Guaranteed to be a great giggle.

Live music with Alex Chapman.

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Live music with Alex Chapman.

Cadet Week

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

A fun packed week for young sailors.

Beach Club 2007

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

The Beach Club 2007 will be held from 10-15AM to 11-30AM on the beach at the bottom of Empress Avenue. Ella the puppeteer will be there for the children. Come and see Phileo the clown. The theme this year is Joseph. Refreshments will be available for parents who would like to stay.

East Mersea Village Fete

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

A traditional style village fete held in the garden of East Mersea Hall. Books, cakes, produce, bric a brac and nearly new clothes will be for sale. Plenty of games for the children. Tea on the terrace and garden. Flower festival at the church with your chance to view the island from the top of the church tower.

East Mersea Art Show

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

At the village hall on the 4th and 5th August 2007 from 10am to 5pm.

NOTICE: Eco-Teams

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

We are just about to launch our first new project of the year - Ecoteams. Don�t let the name put you off. Its part of a scheme that operates internationally, you don�t have to be an Eco Warrior. In fact it�s mainly aimed at the general public. Put simply, whether we like it or not we all have a major impact on our environment, and we can all do something to make it better.

It doesn�t matter if the environment is not high on your list of priorities. Some changes you make will make your life more enjoyable or healthier and some will even save you money.

Very briefly, Ecoteams are groups of 4 to 6 people who commit themselves to meeting for 1 � hours per month for 4 months.

We have trained up a few facilitators who will get the teams up and running.

The good thing about this project is it actually gives you the chance to change your own environment.

To all of you who are not into the environment it may sound a bit boring, but its actually good fun and it feels good to control the world around you, instead of complaining about all the things that should be done.

So, if you want to be part of a team or even to start one with your neighbours, workmates or local groups, give us a call now 01206 367776.

We want as many people as possible to come forward, but it would be great to welcome those of you who think you are not interested in the environment.

Mersea Island School Bouncy Castle Day

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Mersea Island School Bouncy Castle Day Thursday 30th August 2007 Mersea Island School field 12-4pm

MI Horticultural Society Show

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Details available from Diane Groom on 01206 384594.

Mersea Carnival & Lions Fete

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Those wanting to enter a float or enter Carnival Queen & Princess competitions can get entry forms at the Community News office (Coast Rd) or The Treasure Chest; closing date 25th April 2007.

Theme for floats is 'International' (Country from around the world).

MI Lions Annual Festival

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Tug of War competition, teams of eight please, �15.00 entry a team. Fund raising festival will be held on the field to the rear of the British Legion.

Attractions include jazz band, dog agility displays, bouncy castle, charity stalls and vintage car display. Not forgetting the barbecues!

Flower Festival

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

WM Church Flower Festival

Festival Concert.......

Shakespeare in Words and Music by The Colchester Summer Choir and The Phoenix Players of Mersea Island.

Monday 27th. August @ 7.0pm in the Parish Church Hall.

Tickets �10 to include Wine and Canapes.....From Beryl Balls on 01208 382408 or on the Door.

Rob's Raiders Line Dance

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

new Line dance class starting 7th November then every Wednesday at St Peter & St Paul Church Hall High Street. Beginners from 7.00pm to 8.00pm and Improver/Intermediates from 8.00pm to 9.30pm entry fee - beg �3.50 Int �4.00 info from Rob 0208 595 0969

Open Meeting by the MI Society

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

An "Any Questions" Style Open Meeting hosted by The Mersea Island Society at Mersea Island Museum with a varied expert panel on Tuesday 23 October at 7.30 pm. All Welcome . Entrance 50p including refreshments.

Big Mersea Reunion 2007

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

This September we will be holding the Big Mersea Reunion 2007 - open to ANYONE wishing to catch-up with old friends and people they haven't seen for years. Whether you're looking for lost friends from work or school, or even relatives, then come along, have a drink and an informal chat with everyone.

Things start at 2:30pm and it's free to attend, but you may want to bring some money for a drink or something to eat.

Halloween Sausage Supper

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

The Inner Wheel are holding a Halloween Sausage Supper in the Parish Church Hall on 31st October at 7 for 7.30p.m. to raise funds for the Air Ambulance. Tickets at �8.00 can be obtained by phoning Beryl Balls on 01206 382408.

Barbara Faulkner will be giving a talk on Halloween Traditions during the evening and there will be a raffle.

The BOULDER BASH at MICA

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

MICA is supporting the projest to save Packing Shed with "THE BOULDER BASH" on Saturday 8th September. Dancing to THE POACHERS, entertainment by professional comediene "Madam Galina". Ploughmans Supper.

Dress: Be bold and bright. Tickets �12.00 from the MICA office (384656). Bring something for the tombola.

Halloween Disco

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Halloween disco Saturday 27th October at the Victory. 8pm, admission free. Pr izes for the best ghost or ghoul.

Christmas Tree Festival

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

The MI Inner Wheel Christmas Tree Festival is now being held in the Methodist Church, Mill Road, West Mersea on 8th and 9th December.

Admission �1.50 for adults, 50p for children and unders fives...free. Refreshments, including lunches will be available on both days.

Causeway

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Causeway 11th May 6.30pm @ West Mersea Free Church - Team who went to South Africa for 6 months working with orphaned children coming to share their experiences. All welcome

Causeway Quiz night at the Victory Pub

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Come and flex those brain muscles and see if you can win! A general knowledge quiz for all who fancy a good night out. �1 donation to enter with proceeds going to Breast Cancer charity.

West Mersea Flower Club Meeting

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

The West Mersea Flower Club's next meeting will be held at 2pm at the Mersea Centre (MICA). Everyone is welcome to come along.

Mersea Police Surgery

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Residents are invited to come along to the Mersea Police Surgery, to discuss local policing issues with local officers. Held from 2:15pm to 4:15pm.

Mersea Car Show

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Once again the Acton Hot Rod Association will be holding the biggest Car Show on the Island.This is our 14th year in succesion,the show attracts Hot Rods,classics & American cars from all over.Last yea we had over 750 cars on the showfield.

Sunday 1st June at the Youth Camp,East Mersea.�5.00 entry with a donation to charity from the club.

Charity Car Wash

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Car wash at Underwoods and Shell Garage in West Mersea (along Kingsland Road). All money going to the Action Medical Research charity.

Waldegraves Live Show

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

With the Ents team, from Blues Brothers to Sister Act. Call for more info and ticket details.

Table Top Sale

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Table Top sale, running from 9:30am til noon. Pitches �7.00, no traders.

Quiz Night hosted by Causeway

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Sunday 29th June at the Victory Pub on Mersea @ 7pm - Quiz Night hosted by Causeway.

�1 per player that goes into 'Open The Box'. 12 boxes with the entry money going into one of the boxes. Winning team choose the box that they would like to open. If they choose the correct box they win the money, if they choose the wrong box, that box is removed and prize money rolls over to the next quiz night with just 11 boxes left to choose from.

If winning team win the money the have the option of donating 10% of their winnings to a charity of their choice.

Charity Quiz Night

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Starting at 7pm and held at The Victory Pub, Causeway are hosting an 'Open the Box' style quiz night - where the winning team chooses box to win the money! �1 per player.

Line Dance Disco

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

We are arranging another event on the Island it is to celebrate American Independence day. So on Saturday the 5th July we are holding a Line Dance Disco at Mersea Island School. All proceeds are to go to the School to help them equip their new Hall which we are reliably informed is to be built very soon.

We will limit the number of tickets to 80 and there will be a split floor for Line Dancing and freestyle dancing so anybody can come along and help raise money for a very good cause The tickets are �4.50 per person and can be obtained from either of our classes on the Island Wednesday evening at St Peter & St Paul Church Hall or Friday evening at the Methodist Church hall in Mill Road, or by ringing 07776 402237 ask for Terri or Rob.

Victory Pirate Party

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

From 7pm

Ahoy there shipmates come and join the crew and sink a few at The Victory To celebrate Hannah and Colin�s birthdays

Pirate Theme
Live Bands-Absent Kid and
Mean Poppa Lean
Disco
Karaoke
Bungee Run
Kangaroo Boxing
B-B-Q

All welcome
Free Admission

B-B-Q only, no food in the restaurant

Mersea Carnival

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

The Mersea Island Carnival will be running throughout the day, with the processing starting around midday and going to the Legion field in Barfield Road.

Mersea Cadet Week 2008

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Mersea Cadet Week is one of the country's largest youth sailing regatta, organised by a combined Dabchicks Sailing Club and West Mersea Yacht Club team and run during the first full week of the summer school holidays each year.

Causeway BBQ & Quiz Night

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

On Sunday 3rd August Causeway will be hosting another quiz night at the Victory Pub on Mersea. It's an 'Open the Box' rollover as the winning team last time chose the wrong box. As before, if the right box is chosen then the winning team can donate at least 10% of the winnings to a charity of their choice.

There will also be a BBQ which will start at 6pm, with the quiz starting about 7.30pm. Bring your own meat to cook, and we'll cook it for you on the BBQ!

Quiz is �1 per player. Everyone is welcome.

Hope to see you there!

Sould Out - An evening of live soul music

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Causeway present an evening of live soul music with the band 'Sould Out'.

Entry is completely free of charge with music starting at 8pm.

Come to the Victory and enjoy a great evening of live soul music in a great venue. Everyone is welcome.

Big Mersea Reunion 2008

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

This year's reunion will be welcoming everyone from last year, along with anyone else who wants to catch up with old school and work friends from Mersea and the surrounding areas (including Monkwick).

For full information and to register, click here

Causeway Quiz Night

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Causeway are hosting another quiz night at the Victory Pub on Sunday 28th September. It's an 'Open the Box' double rollover! All kicks off about 7pm. Be great to see you there!

The Big Charity Quiz Night

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Join us at The Victory this month for the BIGGEST charity quiz night of the year - with around £200 up for grabs!

Things start at 7pm and you'll need £1 to enter. Come along and show us your knowledge!

MI Photographic Society - Guess Speaker

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

John Wrigley will be visiting the club with an engaging and illustrated talk called 'Awe Inspiring National Parks of North America'. Things start at 8pm.

Mersea Island Antique & Collectors Fair

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

A New Event with a range of quality stands selling China, silver, glass, jewellery ect Opening times: 9:30am-3:30pm Homemade Refreshments Admission 50p

BIG CHARITY QUIZ NIGHT!

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:25:24 GMT

Causeway will be hosting another quiz night at The Victory Pub on Sunday 26th October.
Entry is £1 per player with entry money going into 'Open The Box'. If the winning team choose the right box they win the money! It is now a triple rollover with just 9 boxes left and prize money an estimated £200!
A great night guaranteed in a great venue. Everyone is welcome!
Be good to see you there.