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Dave Monk. A Life Well Lived
It is with great sadness that we greet the passing of Dave Monk, the much-loved BBC Essex presenter. Throughout his long career, Dave was involved in Essex life in so many ways, supporting and championing many good causes. In 2011, he was one of the founding volunteer trustees of Essex Book Festival when it Read more
Snowy Joy & the Toysavers – Festive Edition
Colchester families are in for a festive treat as Snowy Joy & The Toysavers returns with a heartwarming Christmas Special. Snowy Joy & the Toysavers – Festive EditionColchester Arts CentreMonday 22 December 2025 Tickets £7 / £6Family Ticket £22 (admits 4 people, at least one of whom must be a child).Doors Read more
New children’s exhibition to explore the imagination of Oi Frog! author Kes Gray
A new family-friendly exhibition opening at the Museum of Chelmsford this autumn will explore the works of bestselling children’s author, Kes Gray, who comes from Chelmsford. Through interactive exhibits, toys and illustrations Oi Chelmsford! Kes Gray: Chelmsford Born and Read will celebrate the author’s best Read more
Artist Opportunity – T100 Festival
Applications are open for two artist commissions as part of the 2026 T100 Festival, Seeing Thurrock Differently: A Journey Home. The festival will celebrate Thurrock’s landscapes, stories and communities, inviting people to reflect on belonging and what it means to call a place home. With dedicated support, Read more
TLC Free Reads – Supporting low-income writers in the East of England to access expert advice and support
‘Free Reads’ is a bursary scheme funded by Arts Council England, and delivered by The Literary Consultancy (TLC), with National Centre for Writing (NCW) covering applications from writers based in Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk or Suffolk. It offers low-income writers based in the East Read more