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FORTHCOMING FUNDRAISING EVENTS - Updated 20th May 2013. |
2013 Charity Events Calendar
Download your copy of the Alexander Devine Children's Hospice Service Charity Events Calendar HERE. Containing all our planned "in-house" fund raising events for 2013.
Please scroll down for a complete list of all our 2013 events.
Wednesday 22nd May
Pulse 8 Shopping Event - Pulse 8 Health And Fitness Club, Mole Road, Sindlesham
The Wokingham Fundraising Group will be holding a stall at this event, selling handmade cards, jewellery, and hand knitted items.
Thursday 23rd May
ClarksLegal LLP Centenary Charity Drinks -
6pm-9pm Reading Town Hall, Blagrove, Reading, RG1 1QH
ClarksLegal LLP are hosting a centenary charity drinks evening in aid of us and two other charities but is open for any of our supporters to join. There is no charge for any of the event, but should you wish to make a voluntary contribution to the charities, there will be an opportunity to do so. If you can make it we would be delighted for you to join us!
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Sunday 26th May
Berkshire Country Fair for young Farmers - Amners Farm, Burghfield, RG30 3UE
9 am until 5pm Adults £6, children, concessions £3 Family ticket (2+2) £15, Under 5's FREE.
Craft 7 Food Marquees, Trade Stands, Hounds, Countryside Area, Birds of Prey, Ferret Racing, Vintage machinery, Fun Fair, 4X4 Vehicles, Grahams Hog Roast, Bar, Crazy Golf.
Saturday 1st June
Tabletop Sale - Emmanuel Methodist Church, Oxford Road, Reading.
One of our wonderful supporters, Paul Farmer is arranging a table top sale on our behalf. If you're in the area please do go and support him.
Saturday 1st June
Holyport Fair - Holyport
The Holyport Fair is a traditional village fair that brings the green alive once a year with all the traditional games and attractions. Look out for the Maidenhead fundraising group stall.
Sunday 2nd June
Coley Park Childrens Funday - Coley Rec, Holybrook Road, Coley Park, Reading
If you head out to the Coley Park Childrens Funday, please support Paul Farmer, one of our wonderful supporters who will be manning a stall of cuddly toys etc. with all proceeds coming to us.
Saturday 8th June
Maidenhead street collection with Devine Buskers - High Street, Maidenhead
Our very own Devine Buskers will be in Maidenhead High Street during the morning. Come and hear these talented singers and musicians.
Saturday 8th June
bearwood lakes Golf Day - Bearwood Lakes Golf Club
More information to follow...
Thursday 13th June
Charity Quiz Night - The Hawthorns Primary School, North Way, Woosehill, Wokingham, RG41 3PQ
Get your thinking caps on and join us for a charity quiz night. Teams of 6/8 at £10 per head to include a hot supper. Wine/beer/soft drinks will be on sale on the night.
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Friday & Saturday 14th/15th June
Waitrose Collection - Maidenhead
If you pop into Waitrose over the weekend, please support our wonderful Maidenhead Fundraising Group's collection.
Saturday 15th June
Open Mic Night - Emmanuel Methodist Church, Oxford Road, Reading.
This is a fundraiser on our behalf and they would love to raise a lot of money, so please come along either to watch or to perform!! Entrance is Free, Refreshments on sale and collection on exit. Download Flyer
Saturday 15th June
Around The World In A Day
Around the World in a Day is a fun filled community youth engagement event hosted by Hilton Hotels in aid of Alexander Devine. The challenge is to collect as many kilometres as possible in just one day! Run, walk, bike, swim, compete as a team and help us travel the circumference of the Earth - twice!! Join us for a fun filled day. Download Flyer
Register at www.hilton-foundation.org.uk/awd or email juliap@alexanderdevine.org
Saturday 15th June
Zest Challenge 2013 - Hambledon Estate, near Henley-on-Thames
Erin Cooper and her co "Alexander Devine Mudrunners" are getting muddy for a 5km mud run at Hambledon Estate, near Henley-on-Thames in Berkshire. They will be scrambling over hay bales, under nets and through tyres, negotiating balance beams and flying down a giant water slide. Erin is a great supporter and is part of our Wokingham Fundraising group.
Saturday 15th June
Sandhurst Tug of War Club Event - National Event - Sandhurst Green (by Memorial Hall)
Come along and see us and have a day full of fun when the Sandhurst Tug of War Club hosts the National Annual Tug of War competition! Fifty clubs from across the country will be on show so come along, show your support and have a great family day out!
Friday 21st June
100 Hole Golf Challenge - Birds Hill Golf Club - Hawthorne Hill, Nr Maidenhead.
Chris Balfe and Mark Pettit will be undertaking a 100 hole golf challenge on our behalf at Birds Hill Golf Club on Friday 21st June. Can they do it? Please show them your support!
Saturday 22nd June
Auction hosted by the Joel Park Residents Association - Dog & Duck Pub, Emmbrook, Wokingham
The Joel Park Residents' Association are celebrating 50 years this year and, to celebrate this, will be hosting a charity auction in aid of the Alexander Devine Children's Hospice Service. Do go along and bid on one of the many fantastic auction items!
Saturday 22nd June
Reading male voice Choir singers - Sainsbury's, Calcot
If you haven't heard the Reading Male Voice Choir then this is your opportunity. They're amazing and supporting us at Sainsbury's, Calcot, Reading. Hope to see you there!
Saturday 29th June
Scout Group Summer fair - Maidenhead
This is a new event for the Maidenhead Fundraising group so we look forward to seeing you at this summer fete.
Friday 28th June - Sunday 30th June
Under The Sky - Elms Field, Wokingham, RG40 2LD
Under the Sky Concerts present an Open Air Concert in Elms Field. It promises to be a weekend of absolute non stop fun. Friday boasts Toploader with support Amys Ghost, Saturday stars Slough Philharmonic Orchestra and The Thames Valley Chorus and last but not least Sunday boasts Laurie Holloway and his Trio and The MillsTones Dance Band amongst others. Daily admission is £14.50. Download Flyer
Saturday 29th June
Midsummer fayre - Windsor
Organised by Windsor & Eton Rotary club, the Summer Fayre attracts stalls to Alexandra Gardens and the Duck race sees over 1000 ducks dropped into the water and coaxed across the finish line.
Wednesday 3rd - Sunday 7th July
The London to Paris Sunflower Cycle Ride
David Cotton and Keith Reynolds from the Maiden Erlegh Rotary Club in Reading will be undertaking this massive 300 mile cycle ride from London to Paris between 3-7 July. Help them get through their first 95 miles on their first day by giving your support at www.justgiving.com/DAVIDANDKEITH.
Saturday 6th July
Oxford Road Fun Day - Kensington Road Recreation Ground, Reading. 12-4pm.
Oxford Road Fun Day is a family day for the local Community, set up by the local Community and run by the local Community. Many children's activities are available from face painting to a bouncy castle, games, competitions, food, ice creams etc. Free entry and we'll be there with a stall so hope to see you there!
Sunday 7th July
Crowthorne Carnival - Crowthorne
The Wokingham Fundraising Group will be holding a stall at this popular community event - tombola and raffle.
Sunday 7th July
The Alexander Devine 'Rock Stars and Heroes' Walk - Windsor Great Park
This is going to be so much fun! A day, full of enjoyment for adults and children alike. BBQ's, bouncy castles and much more. Contact Susie Knowles for more information: susiek@alexanderdevine.org
Saturday & Sunday 20/21 July
Marvellous 13 - Wellington Country Park, Nr Reading
If you like tribute bands, this is the place for you. We shall be in the children's village. This is a two day event with optional camping. Visit the Marvellous web site for more details.
Friday 19th July - Sunday 21st July
The Fat Blokes Seven Rugby Tournament - Reading Abbey FC
A unique tournament for those who'd like to play sevens but aren't of the body type or fitness usually associated with the game. Invitations for the 2013 Tournament will be going out soon but in the meantime expressions of interest should be sent to fatblokesteams@hotmail.co.uk
David Marsh, Tournament Director is a great supporter of Alexander Devine and last year this event raised £1500 for us. If you love rugby and want to have a great weekend at Reading RFC and support our charity please get in touch with David. See more at www.fatboysevens.org.uk
Saturday 10th August
Windsor Street Collection - Windsor Town Centre
We'll be in Windsor on Saturday 10th August for one of our annual collections. Thank you to our great Windsor Collection organisers Yvonne King and Ann Jones for organising on our behalf! Please pop by and see Yvonne and Ann in action.
Saturday 17th August
Hurley Regatta - Hurley
This is a unique event on the Thames – a mix of serious races, ridiculous things to do on water, land based competitions, entertainment and fun for all the family. We shall have a stall there, do come and find us.
Sunday 18th August to Monday 26th August
The Devine Cyclists 2 - John O'Groats to Land's End
Helen and Richard Johnson are providing the support for the Devine Cyclist's 2 who are riding from John O' Groats to Land's End. Please sponsor these brave lads.
More information to follow...
Saturday 7th September
Cookham Regatta - Cookham
This year will be the 25th anniversary of the new Cookham Regatta. Come along and join in the fun.
Sunday 8th September
Bray Village Fair - Bray
Fun for all the Family. Pony Rides, Children's Farm, Barbeque, Beer Tent, Roasted Hog. Punch and Judy, Maypole Dancers, Tea Tent with Fresh Cream Teas, Bouncy Castle, Grand Raffle, Auction and many stalls. We shall be there and look forward to seeing you.
8th - 10th September
The devine Cyclists
Clare and Matt Dando will be cycling between each of the major towns of Berkshire to raise awareness of, and money for, the Alexander Devine Children's Hospice Service.
Wednesday 11th September
Pulse 8 Shopping Event - Pulse 8 Health And Fitness Club, Mole Road, Sindlesham
The Wokingham Fundraising Group will be holding a stall at this event, selling handmade cards, jewellery, and hand knitted items.
Saturday 14th September
Teddy Bears' Picnic - Barkham Village Hall
Bring your Teddy Bear and come and have fun! Lots of stalls and activities including craft stall, biscuits, pocket money toys and teddy bear entertainment - including meeting Alexander Bear!
Saturday 21st September
Eton Charity Fair - Eton
Come and support our Maidenhead Fundraising group who will have a stall at this fantastic charity fair organised by the boys and masters of Eton public school.
Saturday 21st September
Sir Michael Parkinson's Cabaret Evening - Wentworth Golf Club
You'll need to book really early this year for this very special event in our calendar. Look forward to another amazing event in sumptuous surroundings, money can't buy auction items, celebrity acts and much more.
Contact Fay Denwood for advance ticket sales and more information: FayD@alexanderdevine.org
Sunday 29th September
Windsor Half Marathon - Windsor Great Park
Join the "Parky's Pride team" and run the Windsor Half Marathon for us. We always get a great team together and it's a fab atmosphere in beautiful surroundings. Enter now whilst there are still places!
Contact Susie Knowles for more information: susiek@alexanderdevine.org
Friday 18th October
Blue & Yellow Balloon Race - Local Schools
A chance for local schools to get involved with the charity.
Saturday 2nd November
Combined Charities Fair - Maidenhead Town Hall
A annual event organised by the Lions Club of Maidenhead where all charities are invited to take part.
Sunday 24th November
Wokingham Winter festival - Wokingham
The Wokingham Fundraising Group will be holding a stall at this ever-popular festival. Our Alexander Tree tombola will be returning for a second year.
Wednesday 27th November
Pulse 8 Shopping Event - Pulse 8 Health And Fitness Club, Mole Road, Sindlesham
The Wokingham Fundraising Group will be holding a stall at this event, selling handmade cards, jewellery, and hand knitted items.
Sunday 1st December
Santa Dash - Windsor
More information soon...
Sunday 8th December
Circles of Love Remembrance Service - TBC
More information soon..
Sunday 15th December
Children's Christmas Party - The Hilton Hotel, Drake Way, Reading
Our very special Children's Christmas party will be very generously hosted for the 3rd year running by The Hilton Reading . A themed afternoon of wonder for the children in our care and their families.
UK Registered Charity No: 1118947