Don't Miss: Head of Magic, Charity Gnome Racing & Repair Cafe
Plus, a whole load of workshops to get stuck into
Ahoy there, mateys! Here’s hoping that many of you got involved with the Ramsgate Pirate Festival this weekend. Alas, I was at a wedding on the other side of the country, but I managed to get in the spirit early with a trip to see the Nao Victoria. What a beauty!
If you’re new here, welcome! I’m Emma, a business owner and proud resident of Ramsgate. I love shouting about our town, supporting local businesses and attending as many events as humanly possible, while opening a shop 6 days a week. If you find this newsletter useful, please do spread the word and consider upgrading to our Don’t Miss Crew. Thanks for being here - I really appreciate it!
Don’t miss out, until next week - EJP x
💡The UK Creative Festival
Wed 1 - Thu 2 July, / Dreamland & other venues
Every summer, the UK’s creative industries pack their bags for the UK Creative Festival and Careers Fair, bringing together brands, agencies, makers, designers, filmmakers, photographers, musicians, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. The theme is Don’t Get Comfortable and the pitch is direct: the UK creative industry is brilliant, but playing it safe. If you need a nudge, some inspiration, new contacts or just ideas for a pivot, join the programme of talks, panels, workshops and hands-on sessions. It’s not just for big London agencies, but for anyone who identifies as ‘creative’.
Dont Miss readers get 15% off when booking a ticket with our code - DMM15%OFF.
PLUS, if you’re part of our Don’t Miss Out Crew, we have a super special party invite coming to you very soon.
🎥 Film: Jean De Florette
Wed 10 Jun, 7pm / Ramsgate Community Cinema
This acclaimed adaptation of the Marcel Pagnol novel is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Not seen it? It’s time to discover a classic with a beautiful score…
🎟 Suggested donation £3 / Pay on the door
🎹 Organ Recital by Tim Attride
Sat 13 Jun, 3pm / St Laurence in Thanet Church
Organist and Choirmaster Tim Attride takes to the instrument for a concert in aid of St Lawrence’s clock restoration appeal.
🎟 £5
𝄞 The Montefiore Day Concert
Sun 14 Jun, 3pm - 4.30pm / Montefiore Synagogue
Come together with the Montefiore community to commemorate the day that Sir Moses Montefiore opened the synagogue at Ramsgate.
🎟 From £15 / Book here
🌍 Refillable Van
Mon 8 Jun, 11am - 2pm / Radford House
Bring your own containers to refill eco-friendly household essentials, dry foods, and beauty products. For three hours only!
📝 Mr Teds: School of Quiz
Tue 9 Jun, 8pm / Horse & Groom
The poster for this event is a literal reenactment of the School of Rock cover, so I’m guessing music will be heavily involved? Expect the unexpected amongst standard quiz questions, and don’t forget to impress the quizmaster.
🎟 £3 / Pay on the night
♫ Live Music Quiz with Andy Mack
Thu 11 Jun, 7.30pm / Queens Head
Andy Mack tests your knowledge in this live music quiz. Entry includes nibbles, and curry from Ruby’s is served until 8.30pm.
🎟 £5 including nibbles / Call to book: 01843 853888
🎂 Violet’s 1-Year Anniversary
Sat 13 Jun, from 10am - late / Violet’s
Celebrate Violet’s first birthday with games and giveaways, as well as live music from 4 - 6pm. Congratulations, Melanie, on an amazing first year!
🎟 Free
🧙🏻♂️ Charity Gnome Racing
Sat 13 Jun, from 7.30pm / The East Kent Arms
Place your bets on the winning gnome (aka loyal punters of the East Kent Arms) and raise some cash for the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital.
🎟 £5pp
🔨 Repair Cafe
Sun 14 Jun, 10.30am - 1pm / Pie Factory
Ramsgate’s Repair Cafe is ready and waiting for those in need of simple household fixes. From electricals to household items, this volunteer-run event can help you keep your belongings in good working order.
🎟 Free
🪄 Head of Magic
Sun 14 Jun, 7-9pm / Ramsgate Arts Club
Expect the unexpected in this evening of up close magic & mind reading with Head of Magic Sav.
🎟 £10 / Book here
🌟 Shop Local Spotlight / CloudZen, Margate
Forgive me for mentioning Margate, but six years of CloudZen and the team at Don’t Miss still think too many people are missing out on one of the best spots there is. It’s a guest house, wellness centre and events space that hosts everything from Circle gatherings to yoga, strength training and more, while several alternative treatment experts now use it as their home. There is also a hot tub, therapy rooms, a beautiful studio space for classes and rooms to hire if you’re a practitioner looking for a home away from home. Whether you want to run a class, use a studio space or book the entire house for a retreat, party or just a get together, there’s a package for that. Available Mon - Fri, 7am - 8pm and Sat - Sun, 7am - 7pm.
🎸 The Feelgood Band
Tue 9 Jun, 8 - 10.30pm / Red Arrow Club
High-energy rhythm & blues played the Canvey Island way, recreating the unmistakable classic sounds of the 1970s.
🎟 from £7 / Book here
🎤 Bevis Frond + Bona Rays
Fri 12 Jun, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
80’s English rock band Bevis Frond, fronted by Nick Saloman, hits Ramsgate with a set of underground psychedelic rock. Support comes from feisty female-fronted new-wavers, Bona Rays.
🎟 £22.50 / Book here
🎙️ Michael Bublé Tribute
Fri 12 Jun, 8.30pm / San Clu Hotel
We haven’t had a Bublé tribute act in a while, but the swooning gent is back with hits from the Canadian singer/songwriter.
🎟 Free
🎸 Daisie, Amelie Roden & Moss.E
Sat 13 Jun, 7pm - late / Ramsgate Music Hall
Support local talent as three of Kent’s young singer-songwriters unite for this one-off show at RMH. All three artists write, produce, and record their music from home, delivering raw, independent talent straight to the stage.
🎟 £12.50 / Book here
🎧 Sweet Female Attitude Garage Night
Sat 13 Jun / Silvers Showbar
Go out out with this live performance from Sweet Female Attitude, known for their UK garage remix by Sunship of their track ‘Flowers’.
🎟 £10.84 / Book here
👑 The King In You
Tue 9 Jun, 7 - 8.30pm / The Alley Bar
Find the king in you with this 6-week workshop by Trudi Jackson (aka Pat Riarchy). You’ll learn about unlocking character, presence and performance/
🎟 £12.50 per session, or £60 for all / Book here
🖌️ Sip & Paint: Seaside Daydreams
Fri 12 Jun, 6.30 - 9.30pm / Gather &
Local artist Lauren from The Creative Flow will guide you step-by-step through her ‘Seaside Daydreams’ piece, a peaceful, bird's-eye view of the coast. Glass of prosecco included!
🎟 £42 / Book here
🤸 UNICEF Day of Play
Sat 13 Jun, 11am - 12.30pm / Little Ravens, 119a High Street
Spark their imaginations with this session from Little Ravens that will see them create games such as a catapulting spider web, tissue roll animal races, and blowing caterpillars.
🎟 £16 / Book here
🧘 Floating Frequencies: Sound, Sand & Sea
Sun 14 Jun, 10 -11am / Ramsgate Main Sands
Relax with Eleanor during this multi-instrumental journey into sound beside the sea, starting with gentle movement and a short meditation before a sound bath.
🎟 £25 / Book here
🌕 Luminest Retreat Day
Sun 14 Jun, 10am - 4pm / Gather &
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or disconnected from yourself lately, this retreat could be for you. Katie and Michele will help with a deep rest and nervous system reset, as well as sound healing & meditation. Tickets include a nourishing lunch.
🎟 £88 / Message to book
Three things to know:
Not able to make it to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival? You’re in luck! Head to Ramsgate Arts Club this July for Fringe previews with the likes of Sophie Duker, Hassan Al Habib and Phil Nichol.
Ramsgate Historic Quarter is back with a new, useful workshop for those restoring older houses. This time, it’s all about sash window repair. Book your ticket here.
Harbour front bar Enoteca is offering free venue hire on Friday nights from July through to December. Find out more here.
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