PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

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2012

Wednesday 13th June 19.30
Handbell Ringers Open Rehearsal
Come along to St Nicolas' church
and enjoy the sounds - or have a go yourself!

Saturday 16th June from 10.00
Scarecrow Trail & Open Gardens

Encouraged by the success of the first such event in 2011 we shall be running a Scarecrow Trail, this time coupled with an Open Gardens Day.
People make a scarecrow which they exhibit in their garden on the due day.
You can buy a programme of locations to visit, ending up with a cream tea at the church where you can vote for your favourite scarecrow.
If you are interested in taking part please contact Len Batten.

Saturday 14th July
Flower Festival and Fete

Last year the terrible weather resulted in the annual parish fete being held in the church.
It proved so successful that this year's event  will also be held in and around the church.
More details to follow.

Saturday 8th September
Ride and Stride/Heritage Open Day
The Ride and Stride event, where cyclists are sponsored to visit as many churches as possible,
will be combined with a Heritage Open Day. Guided tours of the church will be offered,
and there will be a rolling slideshow. Refreshments will be available.
The event is free but donations to St Nicolas' Fabric Fund would be appreciated.

Saturday 22nd September 19.30
"The Lords of Bramber" (Part 3)

A new audio-visual presentation in St Nicolas' church continues the saga of the de Braose family, the Lords of Bramber.
From their seat in the Adur Valley they played a significant role in the history of England
and were caught up in the wars between King Stephen and Empress Matilda, a period known to history 'The Anarchy'.
This presentation brings to life the turbulent times 'When Christ and His Saints Slept.'
Refreshments and snacks available. Entry by advance ticket only. More details phone 01273 454006

Thursday 11th October 19.30
"Accordions at St Nics"
A concert presented by Ian and Helen Swyer
featuring artists on melodeons and accordions performing a wide range of music
Watch this space for further details of programme and ticket availability

Saturday 3rd November 19.30
"A Sussex Calendar"
An evening of folk music, song and verse - “Sussex from Candlemas to Wassail”

A journey through the seasons of the year with excerpts from Sussex poetry, stories and folk songs with some opportunity to join in.
Performed by folk group 'Cotillion', with three members who sing and play various instruments, and a narrator.
The show lasts for about one and a half hours with an interval when refreshments will be available.
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Saturday 8th December 19.30
Quiz Night

In St Nicolas & St Mary School with fish and chip supper included.
Contact Helen Harvey or Len Batten for tickets.

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 Additional events are under consideration, which may include a Skittle evening, a Murder Mystery and a Harvest Market.

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PAST EVENTS IN 2012

Saturday 4th February 19.30 in the Church
Around the World in Music and Song
Enjoyable new musical experiences were to be found in this programme of catchy recorded music, illustrated by slides.
Sheets were provided with information and lyrics so the audience could follow the story or sing along.
Donations were requested for the Friends of St Nicolas’ and we are pleased to report that the event raised £179.

Saturday 3rd March 19.30
Barn Dance

Fun for all the family in St Nicolas and St Mary School

Thursday 8th March 19.00 for 19.30 in the Church
Folk at St Nic's 2

Following the highly successful event which was a sell-out in February 2011
The Rude Mechanicals Occasional Orchestra offered another concert of foot-tapping tunes and special arrangements.
Some of Shoreham's top folk musicians, playing a wide variety of instruments, gathered for an evening of catchy tunes and songs.
All the performers gave their services free for this event, which we are delighted to report raised £627 for the Friends of St Nicolas.
 

Saturday 24th March  in the Church
Regina Caeli: Queen of Heaven

Shoreham Chamber Choir presented a one-hour programme of choral settings of Marian texts in praise of the Virgin Mary, including a number of settings of Ave Maria and Magnificat.
Featuring music by Gibbons, Byrd, Verdi, Rachmaninov, Stravinsky, Poulenc, Britten, Part, and others.   Conductor - Stuart Hutchinson  Organist Philip Adams

Easter Services included the Procession of Palms on Palm Sunday, 1st April

Saturday 12th May 9.30-12.00
Plant Sale

The Plant Sale, held in St Nicolas churchyard, enjoyed fine weather
and those attending enjoyed the cakes, biscuits and jams
as well as the opportunity to stock their flower beds and veg patches.
The event was most successful, raising £325 for the Friends of St Nicolas'.

Saturday 19th May 10.30-16.00
Beating the Bounds

The stalwarts who turned out for the event were blessed with glorious weather and completed the circuit right on schedule.
Our thanks to the hardy souls who helped keep this ancient custom alive.

EVENTS IN 2011

Old Shoreham Buccaneers performed at the Flower Festival and Fete on 16 July

Saturday 10 September 10.00-16.00   Heritage Open Day
Guided Tours of the Church with refreshments available - more details here

Saturday 17th September 19.30 in the Church   Lords of Bramber Part 2
An audio-visual presentation bringing to life the days when Normans ruled the Adur Valley
Refreshments available

8th-15th October - A Week of Celebrations to mark 400 years of the King James Bible

Sunday 9th October at 18.00 - Service of readings, anthems and hymns led by Father Terry Stratford.
An evening of praise and reflection, giving thanks for this work which touches the lives of everyone in the Western world and has shaped many aspects of our language.

 Saturday 8th October 19.30 and Saturday 15th October 19.30  'KJB - the book that changed the world'
It tells the story of this great work from the dangers and intrigues of the Court of the Virgin Queen,
through battling Bishops and squabbling scholars to 17th century terrorists and their infamous ‘Gunpowder Plot’.
And through it all one man held sway, the Scottish King James VI, who took the English throne,
confounded his enemies and delivered a single, great and towering work which still bears his name today... The King James Bible.
Tickets are free, with donations requested for the Friends of St Nicolas. 
For those who were unable to attend, or would like to watch the film again, DVDs are available price £12.99.
You can see a trailer on the film website. 

Saturday 22nd October 19.00 - Race Night
Come and join us in St Nicolas & St Mary School Hall for 'Brian Knight's Race Evening' (no video).
It's a fun evening which proved a great success.

Saturday 3rd December 19.30 - Quiz Night
In St Nicolas & St Mary School with fish and chip supper included.
 

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