Titanic: Honour and Glory
2024-08-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-11 12:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
This exciting exhibition brings to life the history of the legendary ocean liner, the Royal Mail Steamer Titanic. From her conception to her premature demise, Titanic has become one of the most famous ocean liners in the world, displaying artefacts from the disaster and props from the blockbuster film, Titanic

Elmer and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee
2024-08-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-11 12:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Something for all the family with this summer exhibition in the art galleries.
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
Saturday 6 July â€“ Sunday 8 September
As if by magic, Elmer, Mr Benn, and Bernard will be appearing at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery as the colourful world of David McKee is brought to life through original paintings, storyboards and illustrations, film, and interactives. There is something for big and little kids to discover as these well-loved characters are revealed. An exhibition from Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books.
Full details at www.northamptonmuseums.com/directory-record/479/
Plan your visit

Pop in Wednesdays
2024-08-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Wednesdays on 31 July, 7 August, 21 August, 28 August
12-4pm
Free, donations appreciated based on what you can afford to pay.
Pop in to the museum as a family to enjoy some fun hands-on activities.
Suitable for families. Drop-in no booking required.

A Home for Harmony at Northamptonshire Central Library
2024-08-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Northampton Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2BA, United Kingdom
â€œA Home for Harmonyâ€� follows the touching story of Sam, a disabled person, and their loyal assistance dog, Bouncer. Their home is disrupted when a stray cat named Harmony appears on their doorstep and is welcomed into their family. This act of kindness leads to growing frustration and unhappiness in Bouncer, causing a rift between the two animals. However, when an unexpected event leaves Sam missing, Bouncer and Harmony must overcome their differences, rescue their beloved owner, and decide if they can truly learn to live together in harmony.

Please follow the link to find out more about a peopleâ€™s theatre collective production
â€˜A Home for Harmonyâ€™ - https://www.peoplestheatrecollective.org.uk/a-home-forâ€¦

â€˜A Home for Harmonyâ€™ will be performed at Northamptonshire Central Library on Thursday 8th of August at 10:30am. The free performance is suitable for under 5s and their families. Please speak to a member of staff or email northampton.libraryplus@westnorthants.gov.uk to book your place.

Northamptonshire Natural History Society - GENERAL
2024-08-08 14:30 - 16:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
When: Thu, 8 August, 2:30pm – 4:30pm

Description: THE WEATHER BUSINESS â€“ PART 2 by Jim Bacon. A showing of the recording of the 2008 Humfrey Lecture given by Jim Bacon, a professional weather forecaster / TV presenter. He covers amongst other items; how to identify clouds, the role of satellites, radar and computers in creating a weather forecast.

Find out more at www.nnhs.info/

Book Club at The Eccentric Englishman
2024-08-08 18:00 | The Eccentric Englishman, 21 St Giles' Street, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Who’s coming to book club? Every second Thursday of the month, next month is the above book. No need to reserve a place, come along and meet new people in a safe and friendly environment from 6pm. This months book is the cover photo

Philosophy Club
2024-08-08 19:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Philosophy Club. This club is hosted by Rin, every Thursday from 7pm (but not the 15th as Rin will be on a well deserved holiday!) â€“ each week Rin pairs a philosopher with a different drink, you rock up and have a chat! Everyone is welcome.

Masterclass: Languedoc-Roussillon.
2024-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Did you know that the Langudoc-Roussillon region has three times more vineyards than Bordeaux? Learn about this historic winemaking region, and taste, discover and explore a range of delicious wines.
Book your space on Eventbrite.

PHARCYDE
2024-08-08 19:30 - 22:00 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
WE ARE EXTREMELY EXCITED TO BE BRINGING ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL HIP HOP GROUPS IN HISTORY TO ROADMENDER IN NORTHAMPTON ON THURSDAY 8TH AUGUST.
ALONGSIDE THE LIKES OF TRIBE CALLED QUEST, GANG STARR AND SOULS OF MISCHIEF, THE PHARCYDE WERE ONE OF A GROWING NUMBER OF RAP GROUPS IN THE 90S RISING UP THE CHARTS WITH THEIR OWN BRAND OF SOCIAL COMMENTARY. THEY COME TO NORTHAMPTON ARMED WITH ONE OF THE FINEST BACK CATALOGUES OF THE ERA, INCLUDING MEGA HITS SUCH AS PASSIN’ ME BY, DROP, RUNNIN’ AND MANY MORE.

Dizzee Rascal
2024-08-09 18:00 - 23:00 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom

Skirt Patrol Live at The King Billy Rock Bar
2024-08-09 21:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Live and Loud

Summer Activities at Grosvenor
2024-08-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Grosvenor Shopping Northampton, Grosvenor Centre, Union Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2EW
Summertime activities over the summer holidays!
Grosvenor Shopping are hosting a range of summertime activities over the summer holidays!
FREE face painting and crafts for all the family!^
10th, 17th, 24th and 31st August, 12pm – 4pm*
Head over to The Gatherings!
*Times & dates may vary
^first come, first serve basis

https://www.grosvenorshoppingnorthampton.co.uk/whats_on/were-hosting-a-range-of-summertime-activities-here-at-grosvenor-over-the-summer-holidays/

CHURCH OPEN DAYS - MAY - SEPTEMBER
2024-08-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Sheep Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2LY
Our Medieval Round Church has been welcoming visitors since 1100 AD and in 2024 she is set to fling open her doors again.
On Saturday afternoons from 2pm-4pm from May to September, visitors can learn all about this fascinating church and the historic treasures she contains.
If only these walls could talk, I wonder what they would say? For the moment we will let our historians do the talking.
The Holy Sepulchre is the oldest building in Northampton, surviving the great fire, one of only four medieval round churches in the U.K., and has the longest aisle in Northampton.
Historic battles have taken place here, famous people have been married here and royalty has visited.
The stained glass is beautiful, the Soldier’s Chapel delightful and the stories even more intriguing.
Join our volunteers and historians every Saturday from May to September to find out more.
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Every Saturday from May 4th until 7th September. 2pm-4pm.
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Holy Sepulchre Church Hall, Church Lane, Northampton NN1 3NL.
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E-mail: tours@holysepulchre.co.uk for more information.
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For full information, please visit,
https://holysepulchre.co.uk/church-open-days/

2024 Summer Reading Challenge Craft Event 'Book Paper Flower Bouquet'
2024-08-10 14:30 - 15:30 | Northampton Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2BA, United Kingdom
The Summer Reading Challenge is the UKâ€™s biggest free reading promotion for children; itâ€™s run by charity The Reading Agency and delivered in partnership with Public Libraries. Weâ€™ve teamed up with @createcharity this summer to bring you #MarvellousMakers!
Join the Summer Reading Challenge craft event ‘Book Paper Flower Bouquet’ at Northamptonshire Central Library on Saturday 10th August at 2:30pm. Explore your creativity while you learn new skills, make new friends, and have a great time!
This is a free event suitable for ages 4 – 12 years old. Pre-booking is essential; to reserve your spot please email us at Northampton.LibraryPlus@westnorthants.gov.uk, call us on 0300 126 7000 or speak to a member of staff when you are visiting Northamptonshire Central Library.
This summer, join in the Challenge to discover your own creativity through reading. The Challenge and bookings for all events will start on 6th July 2024.
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Keep an eye on their Facebook page for up to date details.
www.westnorthants.gov.uk/list-libraries/northamptonshire-central-library

Apero DJ: Noahmono
2024-08-10 18:00 - 22:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
10/08 + 16/08: @_noahmono . Balearic, Soul, Latin & Reggae.

Ruffnecks at The King Billy Rock Bar Northampton
2024-08-10 21:00 - 23:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
A little trip to The King Billy to give it the RUFFNECKS treatment. Walls and roof removal all part of the service. Get ready to be rocked the way it should be, FAST, HARD and LOUD.

Northamptonshire Natural History Society - ASTRONOMY
2024-08-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
When: Mon, 12 August, 7:30pm – 9:30pm

DescriptionTHE PERSEID METEORSHOWER. The Moon sets at 10pm so prospects are good. Hopefullyweather will be clear for one of the best meteor showers of the year. Wewill meet, from 9pm, at the parking area on the Brampton Way way off theSpratton to Brixworth road. Meeting is weather dependent. If clear, viewingequipment will be present to look at other celestial objects. Guests are verywelcome. Any queries, please contact Nick on nickdhewitt@btinternet.com
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Find out more at www.nnhs.info/

Le French Club
2024-08-13 19:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Le French Club. One of our favourite events â€“ you just turn up, grab a drink and have a go at speaking en français. Learn some lingo and meet some likeminded people in the process. Parfait! 7pm. All levels welcome

KIEFER SUTHERLAND
2024-08-13 19:30 - 22:00 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
KIEFER SUTHERLAND HAS BEEN A PROFESSIONAL ACTOR FOR ALMOST FORTY YEARS, STARRING IN MOVIES AND SUCH AS, ‘STAND BY ME’, ‘THE LOST BOYS’, ‘YOUNG GUNS’, FLATLINERS’, ‘A FEW GOOD MEN’, ‘A TIME TO KILL’, ‘DARK CITY’, ‘MELANCHOLIA’, ‘FORSAKEN’ AND ‘THEY CLONED TYRONE’ HE HAS ALSO STARRED IN THE TV SERIES ‘24’, ‘DESIGNATED SURVIVOR’ AND ‘RABBIT HOLE’.
HE BALANCED HIS ACTING CAREER WITH OTHER PROJECTS THAT HAVE BEEN PERSONALLY AND CREATIVELY SATISFYING. IN 1992 HE BEGAN COMPETITIVELY ROPING ON THE USTRC CIRCUIT, WINNING RODEOS IN PHOENIX, INDIO AND LOS ANGELES, AND RUNNING A SMALL CATTLE RANCH ON THE CENTRAL COAST OF CALIFORNIA.
IN 2016 HE RELEASED THE FIRST OF THREE STUDIO ALBUMS OVER A PERIOD OF FIVE YEARS, ‘DOWN IN A HOLE, ‘RECKLESS & ME’ AND ‘BLOOR STREET’ WHICH WERE FOLLOWED BY AN EXTENSIVE TOURING SCHEDULE OF OVER 600 LIVE SHOWS.
KIEFER WAS EXCITED TO GET BACK ON THE ROAD AFTER THE PANDEMIC RESTRICTIONS, AND EARLIER THIS YEAR HE PLAYED SOLD OUT SHOWS ACROSS EUROPE AND BROKE ATTENDANCE RECORDS FOR HIS TIME-SLOT AT VARIOUS FESTIVALS.
