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Spotlight 3: Modern & Contemporary Art from the Collection of Chippenham Museum
2023-12-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-16 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-21 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Chippenham Museum, 9-10 Market Pl, Chippenham, SN15 3HF, United Kingdom
This exhibition is the third in Chippenham Museum’s Spotlight series dedicated to its growing Modern and Contemporary Art Collection.
The project began in 2019 with the desire to celebrate the rich artistic history of this part of North Wiltshire. As a permanent collection, it acts as a source of inspiration, education and enjoyment for all.
At the heart of the Modern and Contemporary Art Collection are works that acknowledge the legacy of the Bath Academy of Art in Corsham, a pioneering residential art school that counted some of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art amongst its teachers and students.
North Wiltshire’s creativity proudly extends beyond the Academy, and the collection records and celebrates the many contemporary artists who continue to live and work in this area today.
Further details about the artworks can also be found in the accompanying catalogue available in the museum shop.
Open Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
Free entry
Image: Teal Grail, © Nicholas Lees

FLexercise
2023-12-14 11:30 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
Gentle and effective fitness classes. FLexercise is a blend of low-impact aerobics, stretching/flexing and strength work. Beginners welcome at this friendly class.
Thursdays (term-time only) at 11.30am for 45 mins at Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, SN15 3SY.
Cost: £5 pay on arrival.
Website: www.fl-exercise.com
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Borough Parade Late Night Christmas Shopping
2023-12-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Borough Parade, Chippenham, SN15 3WL
Late night shopping on Thurs 7th, 14th & 21st Dec. Stores open until 8pm.

Live music at The Cellar by Wine Monkey
2023-12-14 17:00 - 22:00 | The Cellar by Wine Monkey, 20 Borough Parade, Chippenham, SN15 3WL, United Kingdom
Live music every Thursday 6:30-8:30 in December at The Cellar:
-7th Luke Gittens, local singer/songwriter
-14th “Corks and Carols”, quartet carol singing including the owner, Bryan
-21st Luke Gittens is back again for a festive evening of holiday music
Homemade mulled wine and minced pies available, plus our range of sustainable wines, beers, ciders and softs and artisan food.

Job Coaching
2023-12-15 10:00 | Chippenham Community Hub, 23 Borough Parade, Chippenham, SN15 3WL
Improve your CV and get noticed. Hone your interview techniques & more – Fridays at Chippenham Community Hub.

Chippenham parkrun
2023-12-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Monkton Park, Chippenham, SN15 3PA
A free, weekly, timed 5k run, jog or walk in the park.
Organised by local volunteers, the 5k parkrun event encourages individuals and groups to meet their mental as well as physical health goals in a friendly community atmosphere.
We have runners out to beat the course record, their own Personal Best and meet with friends as well as walkers out to do almost exactly the same!

Santa’s Grotto - Emery Gate
2023-12-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Emery Gate shopping centre, Emery Gate shopping centre, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3JP
Enter the Magic of Christmas at Our Festive Grotto!
Journey through a captivating winter wonderland and experience the joy of meeting Santa and receive a unique gift!
To avoid disappointment we encourage you to reserve your magical moment with Santa this year.
https://www.bookfatherchristmas.co.uk/EmeryGate
Available Dates:
Every Saturday – December 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd, 2023
Hours: 10 am to 4 pm

Bulldog Bouncers Christmas Bonanza
2023-12-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Kingsley Road Community Hall, Kingsley Road, Chippenham, SN14 0AS
Bounce along and join us for a fantastic festive event. With stalls from local companies, festive treats, a bounce castle, a football target, visits from Chase & Rubble, a story and a present from the big man himself, Father Christmas!
Entry to the event is free. If your child would like to have a story, photo and present from Santa it’s £7 per child with any siblings at £5 each.

The Artisan Fundraiser
2023-12-16 11:00 - 21:00 | No.7, 7 Union Road, Chippenham, SN15 1HW
Come down to The Artisan Fundraiser in support of No. 7 Creative Space! A full day of great food, drinks and lively local music all to raise money for a new creative space in Chippenham. Fantastic people and handmade crafts; by the community, for the community.
Live music from 18:00 onwards.
Find out more & book tickets here.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Christmas Workshop
2023-12-16 14:00 | Chippenham Library
Enjoy some Very Hungry Caterpillar stories and make a festive decoration.
Please book in advance at the Library or on 01249 650536

The West End comes to Chippenham at Christmas!
2023-12-16 18:30 - 21:30 | St Paul’s Church, Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, SN15 1PW, United Kingdom
West End singers take us on a journey through popular Christmas songs and stories. Refreshments will be served. Flexible ticket pricing.

Trinity Church presents Story Within A Story
2023-12-16 19:00, 2023-12-17 19:00 | Hardenhuish School, Hardenhuish Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6RJ, United Kingdom
Expect the unexpected as the Nativity story unfolds through an unlikely cast of characters, a variety of songs, and a wealth of laughter. God has come to dwell with us – now that is a Christmas worth celebrating!
There will be three performances:

Saturday 16th December at 7:00pm
Sunday 17th December at 4:00pm and 7:00pm

Tickets are free but booking is essential! Book via Eventbrite – here.
After the performances, you are warmly invited to stay for a free deluxe hot chocolate.
For those who wish to, there will be the opportunity to make a donation to the Chippenham CAP Debt Centre.
Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is a wonderful charity that offer free, expert debt help to those struggling with problem debt. To find out more see https://capuk.org/get-help/cap-debt-help.

Grounded’s Christmas Party
2023-12-16 19:00 | Cafe Grounded, 1 Bath Rd, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 2BB, United Kingdom
Enjoy a night of Festive Fun at Chippenham’s most festive party! Join us on Saturday 16th December from 7pm – Late, for a Christmas party like no other.
DJ Chris Schild will be bringing back the magic of Ruby’s, The Fizz Bar, The Riverside Bar, Jax, and more, so get ready for a night of pure holiday magic you won’t want to miss!
Let’s dance, sip, and celebrate the season in style!
#Chippenham #ChristmasParty Chris Schild DJ Entertainment

A Christmas Spectacular: Here we come a-carolling
2023-12-16 19:30 | St Andrew’s Church, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT
Kick off your Christmas with The Village Singers’ magical musical extravaganza for all the family!
The programme includes seasonal music for all the family, orchestral pieces and carols to sing along to. And it doesn’t stop there! In addition to an evening of fabulous music and singing there will be a bar and a raffle and we will also be welcoming a special seasonal visitor!
This year’s Christmas event will be accompanied by a full orchestra, a privilege usually reserved for the most prestigious of Christmas performances and only made possible with the support of public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
And yes.. ! Children are positively encouraged to come along – under 12s are free!
Doors and bar open from 7pm
Tickets £12, Students £8, Under 12s free
Book via Ticket Source, contact info@villagesingers.co.uk| 01249 720190 and/or available from The Neeld Hall, Chippenham
With thanks for the support of public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

Yanni's Christmas Party
2023-12-16 20:00 - 2023-12-17 00:00 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Come along to Yanni’s Christmas Party Night at the Neeld.There will be tunes for everyone – Reggae, 80s, Christmas songs – to dance and sing along to. Brought to you by the fantastic DJ Super T
Strictly over 18s only. Last entry midnight, event ends at 1am
This is a standing event. Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
Tickets are non-refundable unless this event is cancelled or postponed.

Santa’s Christmas Wish - the show where every child receives a gift from Santa!
2023-12-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Neeld Community & Arts Centre, The Neeld, High Street, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3ER, United Kingdom
Following last year’s hugely successful sell-out performances, Honalee Media are delighted to present a brand new show this Christmas…
The Santa Show 2023: Santa’s Christmas Wish – the show where every child gets a present from Santa!
Christmas is a season of joy, love and sharing, a time when Santa delivers presents all over the world… but what would Santa himself like for Christmas? Dasher the Reindeer has an idea… Pompom the Penguin thinks he knows… Or maybe Snowy the Snowman has the answer? Dotty the Elf needs all their help – and yours – to find out!
Join a fun, festive, musical adventure to give Santa the very best Christmas, then meet him at his home in the North Pole!
There every child will receive a special present from Father Christmas in our popular meet, greet and treat, after the most Christmassy Christmas show ever!
Songs include festive favourites Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Jingle Bells, When Santa Got Stuck Up The Chimney, The Twelve Days Of Christmas, We Wish You A Merry Christmas and many more!
Santa’s Christmas Wish is a festive, song-filled, interactive family show particularly suitable for 2-8 year olds. It lasts 45 minutes and is followed by a special meet, greet and treat with Father Christmas himself!

LEGENDARY FOOTBALLLER – STEVE PERRYMAN TO OPEN KANDU ARTS’ “SOCIAL HUB OF POSITIVITY” (S.H.O.P) - CHIPPENHAM
2023-12-17 11:00 - 12:30 | Kandu Arts S.H.O.P, Emery Gate Shopping Centre, Chippenham, SN153JP, United Kingdom
Please join Kandu Arts & Steve Perryman for the official opening of the S.H.O.P – Social Hub Of Positivity – in its new location in Emery Gate Shopping Centre, Chippenham.
Why not pop in, maybe purchase the legendary Tottenham Hotspur captain Steve Perryman MBE’s books for that special fan in your life (or for you) have them signed, have a professional photograph taken by Anna Green with Mr. Perryman have a chat and experience all that the S.H.O.P has in store this December?
The Kandu Arts S.H.O.P offers a safe and warm space for all our visitors with the aim of providing a positive atmosphere where creativity is encouraged. There are tables and art supplies ready to be used Monday to Saturday with regular art workshops, drop in and play music and singing and of course seasonal gifts, cards, art, portrait photos all available now.

Crafting Monday
2023-12-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Chippenham Community Hub, 23 Borough Parade, Chippenham, SN15 3WL
Get creative at the Chippenham Community Hub. All welcome. Small minimum donation of a minimum £2.00 to contribute towards materials.

MOVEMENT for PARKINSON'S
2023-12-18 14:30 - 15:30 | Pewsham Community Centre, Lodge Road, Chippenham, SN5 3SY
Weekly movement to music group for people with Parkinson’s or other neurological conditions and their carers.
Using creativity to focus on developing strength, balance, flexibility and to practice fluidity of movement . Followed by tea and biscuits.
Email: iidconsortium@gmail.com
Visit the iiD (inclusive, intergenerational dance) website here.

Bingo
2023-12-18 19:30 | Constitutional Club, 36 Foghamshire, Chippenham, SN15 1HB, United Kingdom
Calling All Bingo Fans
Don’t forget our weekly bingo is back again every Monday evening.
Doors open 7pm for game to start at 7:30pm with cash prizes up for grabs. All welcome.
£5 for 10 games plus 2 flyers

Chippenham Male Voice Choir Christmas Cracker Concert
2023-12-19 19:30 | St Andrew’s Church, Market Place, Chippenham, SN15 3HT

Seniors Strong Class
2023-12-21 09:15 - 10:15 | Chippenham Sports Club
NEW Class for the over 50’s starting Thursday 28th September at Chippenham Sports Club 9:15am to 10am
As we age we naturally lose strength, balance and muscle. This class will help improve all of those things and more!
New research suggests the amount of muscle someone has determines how long they will live. So it’s important to maintain and build muscle.
We all want to live a healthy and active life for as long as we can.
Strength training;

Preserves muscle size and strength
Preserves Bone Density
Lowers the risk of falls
Improves mobility
Improves insulin sensitivity
Helps you stay fit and functional, so you can do the things you enjoy! 😊

Seniors Strong™ is a functional strength, cardio, and mobility class designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and functional fitness for older adults.
Seniors Strong is a modern, inspiring and fresh class for older adults
Exercising within a group is motivating, fun and sociable.
Bring a couple of tins, filled water bottles or some dumbbells (if you have them.)
You will learn the correct technique for exercise and you can also practice at home too! 😉
FIRST CLASS FREE!
Then £7 per class (block booking will be available at a discounted rate.)
Booking is essential as spaces are limited.
Please message/email or text me and I will send you the online registration form.

Turn Up & Play
2023-12-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Stanley Park
