The 2011 Jesmond Community Festival will commence on Saturday 19 March and last until Sunday 3 April. As usual, there is something for everyone, from toddlers to pensioners, with choral concerts, readings, open days, family fun activities, walking tours, jazz, competitions, a fair and much more!..
The full programme is on this site, below. Most events will be free and open to all, but in some cases there will be a small charge, and advance booking will be necessary for a limited number of the most popular events.
Most of last year's venues are taking part again in 2011, but for the first time we also look forward to some exciting events at new venues including the Royal British Legion Club (West Jesmond) and Oxfam Books and Music (St George's Terrace).
For further information in due course, keep watching this website, or www.jesmondlocal.com, or pick up a programme from Oxfam Books and Music, Café 1901, or various other community locations.
Click here to download a PDF of the Festival Programme.
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Sat 19 March | ||||
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Festival Parade from St George's Church, Osborne Road, to West Jesmond School |
Meet at the green outside St George's Church, Osborne Road, leaving at 12 mid-day
Route includes Osborne Road, Acorn Road, St George's Terrace, Thornleigh Road, Forsyth Road Bridge and finishes in the West Jesmond Primary School grounds. With Town Crier, Music Band, banners, drummers and much more. All Jesmond people welcome! |
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| St George's Parish Church Hall | This is the Venue for Parade Performers, if weather is too cold or wet! Toilets available, HQ for Security, First Aid, and Lost Children. | |||
Full Festival Programme
Saturday 19 March
Saturday 19 March(continued)
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from St George’s Church,
Osborne Road, to West Jesmond School Festival Parade ! 11:00am onwards, assemble on the Green outside St George's. Parade starts at 12 noon, led by the Town Crier, Carnival Float, Vintage Car, Musicians and Entertainers. Route from St George's Green via Osborne Road, Acorn Road, St George's Terrace, Thornleigh Road, Forsyth Road Bridge to West Jesmond School. Come and join the Parade! All welcome, especially if you bring flags or fancy dress! Acorn Road Oxfam Open Air Stage 11:00am – 3:00pm A full programme of music and entertainment, sponsored by Oxfam Books and Music, St George's Terrace. West Jesmond Primary School, Tankerville Terrace Parade Finale and Grand Festival Fair c.12:30 – 4:00pm, in the school yard Entertainment, Music, Food, Crafts, Community Market Stalls and Family Fun! WorldBeaters The Bangshees Kendrick, the Stilt-Walker Farida Dance, Egyptian Horse and Bellydancer Fire Hoops with Ertoise Display by North East Martial Arts Stalls by Café Bar One, Jesmond Library, Jesmond Local, Oxfam Books and Music, Jesmond Therapy Centre, Brandling Village Pre-School, Transition Initiative Newcastle, Jesmond Community Orchard, Jesmond Pool, Friends of St George's Church, Recyke y'bike, Jesmond Methodist Church and others. St Hilda's Church, Thornleigh Road Book Stall 12 mid-day – 4:00pm Light refreshments available in the Church Hall. Ouseburn Parks – Jesmond Dene Waterways Celebration Event 12 mid-day – 3:00pm Free family fun event celebrating our waterways. Join the Rangers and Northumberland Wildlife Trust at this watery themed event. Have a go at pond dipping, craft activities and nature trails. The Volunteer Rangers will be having a tombola and will be available to answer questions about Volunteering in the Dene and the other Ouseburn Parks. For more information please contact Sarah or Mike on 0191 281 2082 or email ouseburn.parks@newcastle.gov.uk . Wordsworth House, Clayton Road Semitones 2:00 – 3:00pm An informal musical performance for elderly residents and guests. If you would like to attend, please telephone Sandra van Laar on 07513 045668, to ensure that there is space available. RGS Performing Arts Centre, Eskdale Terrace New Tyneside Orchestra 7:30 – 9:45pm The NTO's Spring Concert features Tchaikovsky's 5th Symphony, Britten's Four Sea Interludes, Jacob's Little Symphony and Elgar's Introduction and Allegro for Strings. Tickets £9, £7 concessions and £4 students/unwaged, available at the door, from Windows or from Jill Graham, tel 0191 212 8930 or email j.graham@rgs.newcastle.sch.uk . Car parking available, or use Jesmond Metro station.. The Mixer, upstairs at the Royal British Legion Club, 3 West Jesmond Avenue Student Showcase 7:30pm (doors open), performances 8:00 – 11:00pm A mix of dance, circus & music, presented by Newcastle University Students Union, open to everyone. Bar open until midnight. Tickets at the door £3 (£2 concessions). |
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Sunday 20 March
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Jesmond Old Cemetery, Jesmond Road Bramble Clearance 10:00am – 1:00pm Come and help the Friends of Jesmond Old Cemetery tidy up one of Newcastle's most historic cemeteries. Tools and safety training provided. You must book in advance by emailing info@jesmondoldcemetery.co.uk . Jesmond Community Orchard, St Andrew's Cemetery, Tankerville Terrace Family Activity Afternoon 1:30 – 3:30pm Craft activities, including building wormeries, planting seeds, making clay tree labels and story-telling. The Orchard is located in the far North West corner of the cemetery. An alternative location is available in the Greenhouse at Northern Counties College, next door to the cemetery, in case of bad weather. St George's Church, Osborne Road Choral Evensong 6:00 – 7:00pm St George's Church Choir (Director, Frederick Peacock) performing music by Stanford, Haydn and Handel. Refreshments. |
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Monday 21 March
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Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. Café 1901, St George's Terrace Russ Litten 6:30 – 8:30pm Author Russ Litten will be talking about his fascinating life and reading from his thrilling best seller, “Scream if You Want to Go Faster”. This dramatic rollercoaster debut novel charts the interconnecting lives of ten colourful characters during the final two days of the 2007 Hull carnival. Event presented by Jesmond Library. Places limited so book at any community library or by calling the City Library on 0191 277 4100. Holy Trinity Church, Churchill Gardens Choral Concert: Mozart Mass in C minor and Vivaldi Gloria 7:30 – 9:30pm Priory Singers, conducted by Jonathan Scott. Refreshments by Café Bar One. |
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Tuesday 22 March
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Ouseburn Parks – Jesmond Dene Volunteer Taster Session 10:00am – 1:00pm Are you looking for a new way to keep fit or just spend more time outdoors? Do you fancy volunteering in the Ouseburn Parks? Come along to this taster session to find out more. All equipment will be provided but please wear old clothes and sturdy footwear. For meeting place, more information and to book your place contact Sarah or Mike on 0191 281 2082 or email ouseburn.parks@newcastle.gov.uk . Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. RGS Performing Arts Centre, Eskdale Terrace Mini Gala Concert 7:00pm The Mini-Gala will feature the best of the RGS Senior School's younger ensembles. Orchestral music from the Sinfonia, Jazz from the Blue Note Jazz Band, Choral Singing by Cappellina and the big sound of the Concert Wind Band, as well as smaller chamber ensembles from Years 7-9. A grand, free event, open to all. However, please contact Jill Graham, tel 0191 212 8930 or email j.graham@rgs.newcastle.sch.uk to reserve your place in advance. Car parking available, or use Jesmond Metro station. Royal British Legion Club, 3 West Jesmond Avenue Jazz Night 8:30 – 10:30 pm Maine Street Jazz Men. Tickets at the door (reduced price £2 each). Licensed Bar until 11:00pm. |
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Wednesday 23 March
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Jesmond Methodist Church, St George's Terrace Handicraft Workshop 10:00am – 12 mid-day Come along to JesSpace (upstairs at JMC), bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks or embroidery needles and share your skills, have a chat and make things for a good cause. Materials provided. For the novice or expert – all welcome! Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. Gordon Phillips will be reading extracts from his work between 12:30 and 1:30pm. |
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Thursday 24 March
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Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. Gordon Phillips will be reading extracts from his work between 12:30 and 1:30pm. Gordon Phillips will be reading extracts from his work between 12:30 and 1:30pm Northern Counties College, Tankerville Terrace Open Day 1:30 – 3:30pm Come and find out about the Northern Counties College. Meet staff and students; have an informal chat; and sample the coffee and refreshments (small donation requested to cover refreshments). Chapman House, Central Newcastle High School Junior Department, Sandyford Road Put a Spring in Your Step 2:00 – 4:00pm, Doors open 1:30pm An afternoon of fun and frivolity for the over 50s, including a performance of songs by Central High's Junior School pupils, circle dancing, refreshments and a quiz with prizes. Organised by the School and the Elders Council; cakes courtesy of Greggs plc. Free transport available from various stops in Jesmond: contact 0191 275 9745 to book. |
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Friday 25 March
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Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. Gordon Phillips will be reading extracts from his work between 12:30 and 1:30pm. Newcastle Cricket Club, Osborne Avenue Junior Bands Night 7:00 – 10:00pm Organised by Jesmond Youth Music Group for years 7-10. Tickets (free) at the door, limited to 100. Free, non-alcoholic drinks. If interested in performing, contact Chris Inglis on 07510 287615. |
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Saturday 26 March
Saturday 26 March (continued)
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Jesmond Methodist Church, St George's Terrace Messy Church 10:00am – 12 mid-day Decorate an Easter Egg, or take part in a wide variety of fun, crafts activities. For kids, accompanied by adults. St George's Church, Osborne Road Spring Ramble 10:00am – mid afternoon Organised by St George's Church. Just turn up outside the church on the day, wear walking shoes and bring sandwiches. For reasonably seasoned walkers! Route through the Dene to Rising Sun Country Park, and back by Metro.. Jesmond Dene Earth Walk 10:30am-12:30pm Explore your senses on this special Spring Walk through some of the Ouseburn Parks. Children must be accompanied by an adult; please come prepared to get a little bit muddy. Suitable for adults and children aged 8+. Booking essential. Sorry this event is not accessible for buggies or wheelchairs. Meet at the Ouseburn Parks Visitor Centre (next to Millfield House Café). For more information please phone the Rangers on 0191 281 2082 or 07966 264391. St Catherine's RC Primary School, Greystoke Gardens, Sandyford Martin's Magic Workshop 10:30am – 12 mid-day Become a young wizard and learn some amazing magic tricks with top magician Martin Duffy, in this event presented by Jesmond Library for children aged 7-12, living in the Jesmond and Sandyford areas. Children aged under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Places are limited so make sure you book quickly at any community library or by calling the City Library on 0191 277 4100. Jesmond Pool, St George's Terrace Martin's Magic Workshop 2:00 – 3:30pm Become a young wizard and learn some amazing magic tricks with top magician Martin Duffy, in this event presented by Jesmond Library for children aged 7-12, living in the Jesmond and Sandyford areas. Children aged under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Places are limited so make sure you book quickly at any community library or by calling the City Library on 0191 277 4100. Café 1901, St George's Terrace Jesmond Sings! 3:00 – 3:30pm An informal performance by Jesmond's very own singing group.. British Legion Club, 3 West Jesmond Avenue Liveoke! 7:30pm (doors open); performance 8:30pm - midnight. Karaoke with full live rock band. Licensed Bar. Tickets £6 (£4 concessions). |
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Sunday 27 March
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Royal British Legion Club, 3 West Jesmond Avenue Mixer Market 11:00am – 4:00pm 30+ stalls of arty, retro, funky and foodie goodies. In the car park if it shines, or indoors if it rains. Free entry. Newcastle Cricket Club, Osborne Avenue Newcastle Cricket Club Heritage Day 12:00 mid-day – 4:00pm This day will form the start of a major heritage project to capture the remarkable history of a ground which is special to people all around the world, as well as the local community. As its 125th anniversary approaches, come to look at the archives and maybe share memories, photos or suggestions for people we should contact. From significant family events to international cricket, or simply relaxing – the ground is special in many ways. Café service available, plus the usual range of real ales. 2:00pm Local historian Lynn Pearson signs copies of English Heritage's fascinating “Played in Tyne and Wear”. St George's Church, Osborne Road Choral Concert 7:00 – 9:00pm St George's Church Choir, conducted by Frederick Peacock with Philip Mills (Organ), performing the Faure Requiem, Cantique de Racine and Pavane for Oboe (Soloist Grace Pearson). Refreshments available. |
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Monday 28 March
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Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. |
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Tuesday 29 March
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Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. Holy Trinity Church, Churchill Gardens Choral Concert: Byrd Mass for Four Voices 7:30 – 9:30pm Jesmond Choral Group, conducted by Jonathan Scott. Refreshments by Café Bar One. |
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Wednesday 30 March
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Jesmond Methodist Church, St George's Terrace Handicraft Workshop 10:00am – 12 mid-day Come along to JesSpace (upstairs at JMC), bring your knitting needles, crochet hooks or embroidery needles and share your skills, have a chat and make things for a good cause. Materials provided. For the novice or expert – all welcome! Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. St Catherine's RC Primary School, Greystoke Gardens, Sandyford Martial Arts Taster Session 6:00 – 6:45pm Led by Faye Farthing of North East Martial Arts, aimed at children aged 6 and above, but parents welcome to take part as well. St Hilda's Church, Thornleigh Road Young Singers Concert 7:30pm Young soloists of the Northern Sinfonia. |
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Thursday 31 March
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Jesmond United Reformed Church Hall, Burdon Terrace Open Morning for Mothers and Toddlers at Brandling Village Pre-School 10:00 – 12:00 mid-day Meet parents and staff, have coffee and cakes. Space and toys for toddlers to play. All welcome. Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. The Mixer, upstairs at the Royal British Legion Club, 3 West Jesmond Avenue Mirth Machine 7:30pm (doors open); performance 8:30 – 11:00pm. Presented by Newcastle University Comedy Club. Tickets £4 (on the door) or £3 (in advance). Licensed Bar. |
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Friday 1 April
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Oxfam Books and Music, 57 St George's Terrace Readathon 11:30am – 1:30pm A varied programme of readings, suitable for all ages. Northern Counties College, Tankerville Terrace Historical Tour 1:30pm All welcome to an informative session about the history of the site, including an overview of the past, present and future of the Northern Counties College, as well as an informative tour of interesting historical aspects. Meet staff and students for an informal chat over coffee. (Small donation requested to cover costs of refreshments.) Domain, Northumbria University Students' Union, 2 Sandyford Road Jesmond Festival Youth Gig 7:00 – 10:00pm Presented by the Jesmond Youth Music Group. Entrance by ticket only, available in advance from Annette Hames on 0191 281 5891 or Chris Inglis on 07510 287615. Book in good time, as there is sure to be huge demand for this gig! Tickets are free, but there will be a voluntary collection at the door. No alcohol allowed. Royal British Legion Club, 3 West Jesmond Avenue An Evening of Jazz and Swing 8:00 – 11:00 pm Vocalist Grace Ellen, Free Entry. Licensed Bar open until midnight. |
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Saturday 2 April
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Ouseburn Parks – Jesmond Dene Volunteer Taster Session 10:00am – 1:00pm Are you looking for a new way to keep fit or just spend more time outdoors? Do you fancy volunteering in the Ouseburn Parks? Come along to this taster session to find out more. All equipment will be provided but please wear old clothes and sturdy footwear. For meeting place, more information and to book your place contact Sarah or Mike on 0191 281 2082 or email ouseburn.parks@newcastle.gov.uk . Jesmond United Reformed Church Hall, Burdon Terrace Coffee with Jesmond Sings! 11:00am – 12 mid-day Enjoy a coffee whilst you listen to an informal performance by Jesmond's very own singing group. Jesmond Pool, St George's Terrace Bouncy Castle 1:00 – 3:00pm Free session on the Giant Inflatable, for children aged 5-10. (An adult must stay with each child, at all times.) In the upstairs Activity Room. St George's Church Hall, Osborne Road Semitones Open Rehearsal 3:00 – 5:00pm Bring your musical instrument and join in to play, or just come and listen to this informal performance, sponsored by Semitones and the Friends of St George's Church. Mixed classical and popular music by a small orchestral group. Refreshments. Holy Trinity Church, Churchill Gardens Choral Concert: Rheinberger Mass in 8 Parts 7:30 – 9:30pm Jesmond Consort, conducted by Jonathan Scott. Refreshments by Café Bar One. |
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Sunday 3 April
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The Northumberland Club, North Jesmond Avenue Open Day 10:00am – 4:00pm All ages welcome. Come and try out tennis, badminton, table tennis or squash, or just have a stroll around the beautiful grounds. Some rackets and balls available to borrow. Bar/café open.. Jesmond Old Cemetery, Jesmond Road Heritage Tours 10:00am – 12 mid-day and 1:00 – 3:00pm Walking tours of one of Newcastle's most historic cemeteries, last resting place of John Dobson, Emerson Bainbridge and John Fenwick, led by the Friends of Jesmond Old Cemetery. Places on each tour are limited, so you must book in advance by emailing info@jesmondoldcemetery.co.uk . Free, but donations towards the restoration of the cemetery requested. |
Jesmond Community Festival is produced by Jesmond Community Forum and supported with finance from
Newcastle City
Council (North Jesmond, South Jesmond, East Gosforth and North Heaton Ward Committees),
GrassRoots Newcastle Grants (administered by the Community Foundation for Tyne and Wear and Northumberland),
Jesmond Pool, New Northumbria Hotel, Jesmond Local (our Official Media Sponsor),
Jesmond Youth Music Group and Jesmond Community Orchard.