​Messy Church

Music, craft and stories for families. Pop-up Cafe. For more information contact Steph@ht.church .

​Jesmond Food Market

Jesmond’s fantastic food market brings local produce, exotic hot foods and lots more. 

​Public Lecture by Dr Austen Ivereigh 

“The Legacy of Pope Francis and the Future of Christianity”. After 12 years of one of the most reforming pontificates in modern times, how does the Christian future now look? All are welcome and there is no charge to attend this lecture. For further information contact welcome@holynamejesmond.co.uk .

​St George’s Church Bells

The Bells of St George’s Church were installed in 1888, and can still be heard all over Jesmond. So listen out for them as they celebrate this year’s Jesmond Community Festival and announce the Church’s Spring Fete. For more information about bellringing at St George’s email bells@stgeorgesjesmond.org.uk .

​St George’s Spring Fete

A highlight of the festival, this year’s St George’s Fete will include music, dance, children’s activities, a face painter, toys, books, cakes and preserves, plants, a raffle, hot food pop-ups (including the fabulous Chakh Dhoom Indian Street Food), the Jesmond Ice Cream Company, Pimms, cream teas, stalls galore, and much more. Lots of fun for all the family! The weather will be good, but, if not, we will move into the Hall and the Church! For more information contact office@stgeorgesjesmond.org.uk .

​Family Storytelling and Music

Family storytelling and music with Chris Bostock, the Storyteller, and the Little Big Blue Ceilidh Band. Visit the Food Market, bring a picnic to the Green (opposite Holy Trinity Church) and join in for an hour of delicious stories, word juggling, sumptuous music and even a dance!

Gents and Ginger

Come and spend a summer’s evening with “Gents and Ginger”, a Manchester-based five-piece family band, who play a delicious blend of old school funk and rock with a modern twist. Grab your Doc Martens, stilettos or tattered Converses, everyone is welcome! Contact community@ht.church for more information, or to reserve a ticket or two. Payment at the door: £5 or £3 for concessions. Bring your own drinks and snacks.

Temperence, Titty Bottles and Trains

Join Jesmond residents and City Guides Julie Jacques and Dee Pass on a walk around High West Jesmond and learn more about the development of this small area of Jesmond, while learning about the role and influence of the railways, the Freemen and the Great North Road. Pre-booking is essential, as places are strictly limited – email juliemjacques@btinternet.com .

​Tour de Jesmond

Space for Jesmond presents a safe and beautiful outing for people of all ages on bikes. Reservation not required, just turn up. Any queries to tony.waterston@ncl.ac.uk .

Semitones

An informal concert by Jesmond’s very own small orchestra, principally for residents and staff of Wordsworth House. If you would like to join them, please leave extra time to check with staff in advance, as space is limited.

Tyneside Mandolin Orchestra

One of the most popular daytime events in last year’s festival was the Tyneside Mandolin Orchestra, and we are delighted to welcome them back to St Hilda’s. Conducted by musician Tom Cronin and showcasing over 30 mandolins and other fretted instruments, the ensemble performs a diverse repertoire including folk, jazz, rock instrumentals and songs. For more information see www.facebook.com/TynesideMandolinOrchestra .

Town Moor Ramble

Guided walk around the Town Moor, led by Jesmond residents and City Guides Julie Jacques and Dee Pass. Learn more about the history and the many events that have taken place on the Moor, from exhibitions and explosions to coal mining and cows! Pre-booking is essential, as the number of available places is strictly limited – email juliemjacques@btinternet.com .

Jesmond Women’s Institute Open Meeting, with Canine Partners

Jesmond WI’s Open Meeting will include a presentation by Susan Fulton from Canine Partners, describing the work of the charity and the transformational benefits she has experienced from living with a canine partner whilst living with severe back pain. All welcome!  For more information contact hello@jesmondwi.org.uk .

Busy Cottages and Millfield House 

Join the Friends of Jesmond Dene for a guided walk and talk about the history of Busy Cottages Iron Foundry. At one time these extensive works covered the sites now occupied by Pets Corner and Millfield House. Observe the additions to Millfield House by architect Frank R Rich and hear about the families who lived here. Stout shoes are advisable – there are several steps and stairs, both in the garden and inside the house.  No charge, although donations to the Friends of Jesmond Dene are always welcome. Places are strictly limited to 10, and are likely to be in high demand, so book at friends.of.jesmond.dene@gmail.com as soon as you can.

The Mikado

Jesmond Choral Society and soloists from Tynemouth Gilbert and Sullivan Society present this free concert performance, conducted by Jonathan Scott. Interval refreshments available. For more information email diane.carter@blueyonder.co.uk .

West Jesmond School Festival of Music

Attend part or all of the morning, as you wish. All welcome, until the library is full. Refreshments available, during the intervals. Come and enjoy these marvellous performances by the talented choirs and musicians of our local school. 

The timing of the performances is as follows:

9:30 am: Years 3 and 4 Choir

9:55 am: Dance Group

10:15 am: Ukulele Group

10:40 am: Djembe Drums

11:05 am: Years 5 and 6 Choir

St Andrew’s Cemetery

Join City Guides Julie Jacques and Dee Pass for a wander around the final resting places of some fascinating characters. See magnificent graves and hear about the lives and deaths of local men and women. This walk has a great deal of uneven ground. Pre-booking is essential, as places are strictly limited – email deempass@gmail.com .

Poetry Club

The Holy Name Poetry Club meets on the third Wednesday of every month. We choose a theme which inspires a fascinating range of readings for sharing and discussing. All welcome! For more details, including each month’s theme, see http://holynamejesmond.co.uk/poetry-group .

DIY Picnic in the Orchard

Bring your own refreshments and enjoy music, poetry and stories in a language of your choice. For more information contact info@reallanguageexperience.com .

Vintage for Seniors

Big Afternoon Tea.

The Dissolution of the Monasteries: A Northern Miscellany

Everyone knows the national story of the Dissolution – but how did the actions of Henry VIII and Thomas Cromwell affect us here in the North? Keith Jewitt looks at the fate of Northern monasteries and the people who lived in them. £3 please, to help keep our library open.

Tyneside Fiddle Alliance

Come and join the Tyneside Fiddle Alliance who are meeting as usual to learn and play tunes from the North East and further afield. Fiddles, violas and ‘cellos welcome, all abilities. We meet in a friendly and inclusive atmosphere on the first and third Thursdays each month. Free on your first evening, drop in thereafter at £8 for adults. (No charge for juniors, but a responsible adult must be present throughout.) Contact fiddle.alliance@gmail.com or visit www.tynesidefiddlealliance.co.uk for more information .

Tyneside Fiddle Alliance

A lunchtime opportunity to enjoy the music of the Tyneside Fiddle Alliance, in the magnificent surroundings of St George’s Church.  Free admission, with a retiring collection in aid of the Peacock Scholarship Fund, to support aspiring young singers. For more information email music@stgeorgesjesmond.org.uk .

Holy Name Film Club

The famous 1949 drama/thriller “The Third Man”, directed by Carol Read, written by Graham Greene, and starring Joseph Cotton, Trevor Howard, Orson Welles and Alida Valli, and set in the ruins of post-war Vienna. An unmissable opportunity to see this classic film on a big screen. Bring your own drinks and snacks. No booking necessary and no charge.