We are having a Science Fayre  in the library hosted by Greensward Academy students aimed at those aged 4-11, on Tuesday 14th February 10am-2.30pm there will be loads to do.

For further details please contact Hockley Library on 01702 203558.

Come and try the woodland animal trail, measure up against lions, tigers, gorillas or elephants and try our quiz to find out which animal you are most like.

The Paws and Tales event at Rayleigh Library is on Saturday 18th February. It is free of charge, drop in anytime from 10am until 12 noon. 

County Councillor Jeremy Lucas, Essex County Council Member for Environment and Culture said: “Make learning fun this half-term with these free animal themed events and discover the fantastic range of resources available for families at Essex County Council libraries.”

For further information please contact Rayleigh Library on 01268 775830. Or visit www.essex.gov.uk/libraries

Saturday 18th February
10.30-11.30am

Visiting story teller Mike Dodsworth will be helping children and their families generate new stories. This free event is aimed at children between 7 and 11 years of age.

Spaces are limited so booking will be essential. For further information and to book your place please contact Hockley Library on 01702 203558

Every year, dogs around the County help raise thousands of pounds for Headway Essex, the charity that supports those living with a brain injury and their families and carers.

There is a prize for raising the most sponsorship and rosettes to win in the fun dog show. All participating pooches will be awarded a personalised full colour Dogathon Certificate and some doggy treats.

Entrants must register in advance. For more information call 01206 547616 or you can download a registration form from www.headwayessex.org.uk

February is National Heart Month and the library will have healthy eating displays to celebrate the event.

Sat 28th Jan – Sat 4th Feb – National Story Telling Week
Look out for displays of new stock for children this week and have a go at the ‘missing words’ story sheet

Sat 4th – National Libraries Day
10am-12noon
Join in at the library to celebrate library services, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and find out what they can offer.

Feb 14th- top2toe health
10am-12noon
A representative will be available, demonstrating ways to be healthier

Sat 18th – Daddy Cool
11-1145am
Celebrate with a birthday party activity session

Tues 28th – Dial UK
10.30-1.30pm
Disability information and advice for disabled people

A social activity centre to support people living with dementia. For people with dementia and carers.

25 Jan – 28 Mar

11am-330pm

At:

Rayleigh Baptist Church
High Road
Rayleigh
SS6 7QA

£14.00 per session

£35.00 per day

For more information and to book – please contact:

info@essexdementiacare.org.uk

01245 363789

www.essexdementiacare.org.uk

Please note that although events are checked before going to press, they are subject to change. We recommend you contact the organisers to check before going to an event

Sports and Leisure

Rochford Hundred RFC

Where: The Clubhouse, Magnolia Road, SS4 3AD

When: Matches on Saturdays and Sundays, training during the week.

Family orientated rugby club with teams for everyone from under 6s upwards, with coaching and
team management for each side.

Contact: 01702 544021

Rochford Disability Football Academy

Where: Cedar Hall School, Hart Road, SS7 3UQ
When: Adults 11am-Noon youth Noon-1pm each Saturday

Coaching and competitive opportunities for young people and adults with special participation needs.

Contact: 01702 207217

Westwood Karate Academy

When and Where: Rayleigh Leisure Centre – Every Wednesday 6pm to 7pm children, 7pm to 8pm adults and
Sundays 10am to 11am children.

Clements Hall Leisure Centre – Every Friday 7.30pm to 8.30pm children and adults and Sundays 11.30am to 12.30pm children and adults.

Catering for adults and children of all ages from four years, and the first four weeks are absolutely free!
Contact: 01702 559804

Rochford Bowls Club

When: Season runs from October to March. The indoor short mat bowls club play internal leagues, internal and external competitions, friendly matches and organise social events. Players of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Contact: 01702 230028

Southend Wheelers Cycling Club

Southend Wheelers Cycling Club is open to cyclists of all abilities and ages. There are regular social and training rides, on and off-road rides, youth coaching and social events. Training and social rides take place every Sunday meeting at Canewdon Village Hall at 10am. For more information, visit www.southendwheelers.org

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Come along and grab a bargain. New sale items will be added each day. Prices start from 20p. For more information contact Rayleigh Library 01268 775830.

Every Wednesday at Greensward Academy Pool, Hockley. Other locations also available.

1 January 2012 – 31 December 2012

7.30-9.00pm

Prices start from £10

For more information contact Aqua Pigs

jp@aquapigs.co.uk

01702 395395

www.aquapigs.co.uk

Upcoming dates:
December 10th

February 11th

March 10th 2012

Held at the Old Fire Station, Southend Road, Hockley, Essex and open from 9am – 12 noon.

For information contact Hockley Parish Council 0n 01702 207707 or Cllr Mark Anderson on 01702 204879