Come and visit our stall at the Buxton Summer Rotary Fair, at the Pavilion Gardens! Children's activities and a prize Treasure Hunt. Find out more about what Connex Community Support does and how you can help! Fore more about the Summer Fair contact buxtonrotary@gmail.com or for more about Connex contact admin@connex.org.uk
Jazz at the Pump Room: Come and join us for an evening of good music and good company at Buxton's historic Pump Room. Featuring the music of Steve Salfield and the GPS Trio https://stevesalfield.wordpress.com/steve-salfield-jazz-groups/gps-trio/ Cheese, wine and nibbles are included in the price, and there will be a prize raffle. All proceeds go towards supporting the work of our charity. To book, email admin@connex.org.uk or call 01298 23970
Come and enjoy us for a Coffee Morning - an event for over 65's. A regular social group every Monday at the Lee Wood Hotel, from 10.30am to midday. A chance to make new friends or meet up with old ones! We can provide transport to and from the venue for a cost of £4, or alternatively you can meet us there. Bring some money for the cos of your tea, coffee and biscuits. To find out more contact Emma Wilson on 01298 23970.
Entertainment and Access Group - come and join our independent advisory group, in association with Buxton Opera House. We will be looking at what barriers older people face when accessing entertainment. We also suggest films for the Silver Screenings at Buxton Cinema, disabled access, older person's Theatre Critics Circle and setting up a social club for over 65's. Help us to shape the future of entertainment for older people in the High Peak. Exterior View front of Buxton Opera House. Credit: David J King No charge for the group but bring money for tea and coffee, and if you want to see the film immediately afterwards, there is a £5 charge. Today's film is 'Summer Holiday'. buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/cinema
If you'd like a meal out with good company, why not join our Meet and Eat group - a social lunch club for older people? We visit a variety of places every fortnight, from pubs to cafes to garden centres and other visitor attractions, for a lovely lunch and a good chat! Today's trip is to The Knights Table at Quarnford. We will collect you from your door sometime soon after 11.30am, and take you home again after your meal. There is a small charge towards the transport, and you will need to bring money for your meal. Contact Emma Robinson on 01298 23970 to find out more and to book.
Our Kind of Music - a monthly event bringing older people together to share music, fun, friendship and laughter. Remember the music of the 50's, 60's and 70's? Then this event is for you! Wurlitzer jukebox Third Tuesday of every month at The Vault, High Street, Buxton. 3 - 5pm. For more details, call 01298 23970 or pop into our office at 16 Eagle Parade, Buxton. £4 includes, tea and coffee and a raffle ticket!
Come and enjoy us for a Coffee Morning – an event for over 65’s. A regular social group every Monday at the Lee Wood Hotel, from 10.30am to midday. A chance to make new friends or meet up with old ones! We can provide transport to and from the venue for a cost of £4, or alternatively you can meet us there. Bring some money for the cost of your tea, coffee and biscuits. To find out more contact Emma Wilson on 01298 23970.
Are you an unpaid carer? Would you like an activity for rest and relaxation? We are running Clay Days - an event for unpaid carers. Come along and try your hand at freeform pottery with a talented local potter, Olivia. Olivia will be working with us and hopefully we will be able to create some wonderful work. This is a free group and we will provide refreshments, however, donations are welcome. Please wear old clothes or bring an apron. For more information or to book contact Emma Wilson on 01298 23970.
Come and enjoy us for a Coffee Morning – an event for over 65’s. A regular social group every Monday at the Lee Wood Hotel, from 10.30am to midday. A chance to make new friends or meet up with old ones! We can provide transport to and from the venue for a cost of £4, or alternatively you can meet us there. Bring some money for the cost of your tea, coffee and biscuits. To find out more contact Emma Wilson on 01298 23970.
Entertainment and Access Group – come and join our independent advisory group, in association with Buxton Opera House. We will be looking at what barriers older people face when accessing entertainment. We also suggest films for the Silver Screenings at Buxton Cinema, disabled access, older person’s Theatre Critics Circle and setting up a social club for over 65’s. Help us to shape the future of entertainment for older people in the High Peak. Exterior View front of Buxton Opera House. Credit: David J King No charge for the group but bring money for tea and coffee, and if you want to see the film immediately afterwards, there is a £5 charge. Today's film will be Kramer vs Kramer. buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/cinema
