Daytime music event for the over 65's - come and sing and swing to the music of the 50's, 60's and 70's.

Offering older people the chance to get out and meet new people, these silver screen socials will be the perfect antidote to that Monday afternoon feeling. Starting on Monday 25 March at 1.30pm at the Old Hall Hotel, the first event will be a film quiz. So if you think you know your Orson Welles films from your John Wayne, then this is the perfect time to test your knowledge. Entry is free and they’re even throwing in a free drink! Contact Colin or Lynn on 01298 23970 for more details.

Older gentlemen enjoying a drink Alive and Kickin’ are starting a new member-led monthly men's group, the Thursday Club, for gents over 65 who want to get out more, meet people and make new friends. Members will be able to help develop the group and to organise their own future activities whilst playing traditional pub games and having a chat over a drink in a local pub. For details contact Lynn or Colin on 01298 23870 or email aliveandkickin@connex.org.uk

Do you want to have a say in what gets shown at the Silver Screenings? Would you like to help advise on access and disability issues for the Cinema? Why not come along and enjoy a cup of tea with us? Tel 01298 23970 and speak to Alive and Kickin' project coordinator Colin for more details. Silver Screenings logo

Wurlitzer jukebox Do you remember the music of the 60's and 70's?   Would you like to get together with other young at heart people to enjoy friendship and relive the good times together?  Come along to Our Kind of Music, a monthly music event from Alive and Kickin', part of Connex Community Support. If you are over 65 and enjoy good company and good music, this is the place to be! £4 for an afternoon of fun and music.  Pay at the door.    

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