What's on October 21-27

THURSDAY

CHICHESTER

EVENTS: Gravity Shift: Drawing on the technology usually associated with flight simulators, Gravity Shift presents a series of life-size projections each depicting a dance sequence where the direction of gravity is constantly changing Monday-Thursday, 9am-9pm; Fri-Sun, 10am-5pm; Otter Gallery, University of Chichester, Bishop Otter Campus, College Lane. (01243) 816098 www.chi.ac.uk/ottergallery

WALKS & TALKS: Historical Association (Chichester Branch); Israel and Palestine: The Prospects for Peace – Eugene Rogan Ph.D. (Fellow of St. Anthony’s College Oxford & University Lecturer in the Modern History of the Middle East). 7.30pm; Friends’ Meeting House. (01243) 538585.

LITTLEHAMPTON

FILMS: Eat Pray Love (12A); Please call for times. Windmill Entertainment Centre, The Green, Windmill Road. (01903) 722224. Also on Friday and Saturday.

WORTHING

WALKS & TALKS: Sussex Family History Group – Worthing Centre; Film making on Shoreham Beach – Alan Readman 7.30pm; The Pavilion, Field Place, near Durrington Station. (01903) 245639.

FRIDAY

CHICHESTER

WALKS & TALKS: Chichester District HeartSmart Walks; Lower Canal Walk. four miles, two hours. Chichester Marina to Hunston Bridge. 10.30am; Meet: Chichester Marina car park (free). (01243) 534589/[email protected]

FELPHAM

EVENTS: Quiz evening and fish & chip supper; Held by the RNLI. Bring your own drinks, coffee and tea available. Raffle. Tickets £7.50. 7 for 7.30pm; St Mary’s Centre. (01243) 865754/263721.

SATURDAY

ARUNDEL

EVENTS: Autumn Leaves: as summer ‘leaves’ – get into the spirit of Autumn with our fun filled family activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Activities are free (regular admission applies) and no booking is required. WWT Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road. (01903) 883355. Also Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

BILLINGSHURST

EVENTS: Chestnut Tree House fireworks; Come and see the most fantastic firework display organised by Aurora Fireworks www.aurorafireworks.co.uk disco, BBQ, bar and refreshments available to purchase. Tickets £5 adult, £4 child. Tickets are limited to 3,500 so buy from a number of local stores – Jack Fullers Fish and Chip Shop, Lions Bookshop, The Kings Arms, Jakes Taxis and The Foresters at Kirdford. Gates open 6.30pm. Bonfire 7.30pm. Firework display 8pm; Jubilee Sports Ground. 0800 975 6573, email [email protected] or visit www.billingshurstfireworks.co.uk

BOSHAM

EVENTS: Astrology; With Debbie Sellwood, Dip.Vib.Med, ITEC & Astrology. Guest speaker Lindsay Gladstone 2pm-4pm; Bosham House, Main Road. (01243) 572109.

EVENTS: Quiz for teams of up to six, £3 pere player. Organised by Southbourne Lions. Register your team on (01243) 573377 or 07989 179 752 7.30pm; Bosham Village Hall.

DURRINGTON

EVENTS: St Barnabas House ‘Stars in their Eyes’; Once again the popular ‘Stars in their Eyes returns’ to Durrington. Acts need to be registered by 7pm and have raised a minimum sponsorship of £50. from 8.30pm; Windmill Inn, Mill Lane. (01903) 263655.

HAYLING ISLAND

EVENTS: Grand Auction: over 200 items, ranging from Royal Doulton vases to furniture items. Catalogue available £1. All proceeds to the redevelopment fund for St Mary’s Church 11am-midday, viewing; 1pm, auction; Hayling College, Church Road.

WALBERTON

BIG SCREEN SOCCER: Green Day; Free parking and entry. How can we in country parishes look after our planet better? 10.30am-4pm; Walberton Village Hall.

MONDAY

CHICHESTER

WALKS & TALKS: Channel Hopper Walk; Under the guidance of professional sculptors Elaine and Ganesh Kings create a harbour fish in willow. All abilities and ages; materials supplied. Booking essential 10am; Harbour Education Centre, Dell Quay. (01243) 512301, www.conservancy.co.uk

EMSWORTH

WALKS & TALKS: Chichester District HeartSmart Walks; Emsworth to Westbourne Square. 2½ miles. Through meadows to Westbourne & back. 10.30am; Emsworth Town Square. Park in public car park (pay & display) by information board. (01243) 534589/[email protected]

LITTLEHAMPTON

FILMS: The Scorcerer’s Apprentice (PG); Please call for times. Windmill Entertainment Centre, The Green, Windmill Road. (01903) 722224, and Tuesday

LONDON

EVENTS: Chestnut Tree House Disabled and Sexy Fashion Show; Organised by Alison Cunningham, whose daughter passed away at Chestnut Tree House in December last year. The fashion show aims to show that fashion is for everyone and that people can be disabled and sexy. Jonthon Phang, judge on Britiain’s Missing Top Model will host the event. The Tabernacle, Notting Hill. www.disabledandsexy.co.uk

TUESDAY

BOSHAM

EVENTS: Meditation based on the cycle of the Full Moon; Tonight we learn from Scorpio. Donations welcome 7.30pm-8.30pm; Bosham House, Main Road. (01243) 572109.

CHICHESTER

DANCING: Circle Dancing and international folk dancing; Beginners welcome, no partner required. 7.30pm; The Guide Hall, Whyke Lane. (01243) 788833.

EVENTS: Little Cockles: Sand Dunes and Sea; Fun session for families with children up to five years old. Today we will be exploring the oak woodland of Salterns Copse and the shoreline at Copperas Point. Bring a snack for a break and a small bucket for any finds. No dogs please. For very young ones a carry harness is recommended rather than a pushchair 10am; Marina car park. (01243) 512301, www.conservancy.co.uk.

EVENTS: Little Cockles: Hedgehog Homes; Fun session for families with children up to five years old. Today we will be exploring the oak woodland of Salterns Copse and the shoreline at Copperas Point. Bring a snack for a break and a small bucket for any finds. No dogs please. For very young ones a carry harness is recommended rather than a pushchair 10am; Marina car park. (01243) 512301, www.conservancy.co.uk for more details.

SIDLESHAM

EVENTS: Shark Egg Case Hunt; Become a strand-line sleuth, searching amongst the tidal treasures for a different kind of egg case this Easter - Mermaid’s Purses. Find out which species they come from, and discover a wealth of other shoreline surprises. Please bring a carrier bag to collect your treasures. Booking essential. (Please note that there are no toilets at this location). 10-11.30am; Meet at Pagham Spit car park, Harbour Road. (01243) 641508.

WEDNESDAY

BOSHAM

EVENTS: Monthly Meditation; All welcome 2pm-3pm; Bosham House, Main Road. (01243) 572109.

CHICHESTER

EVENTS: Ugly Mugs; No booking required – just turn up! Children under eight are very welcome but they must be accompanied by an adult 10.30am-12.30pm; Chichester Cathedral. (01243) 812497/[email protected]

WALKS & TALKS: Sussex Wildlife Trust; Illustrated Talk by Bev Wadge on Sussex Pond Life. Entrance £2. Visitors welcome. Wheelchair access. 7.30pm; Friends Meeting House, Priory Road. (01243) 262833.

WALKS & TALKS: Sussex Family History Group – Chichester Centre; Sin, Sex & Probate – Dr Colin Chapman 7.30pm; St George’s Hall, Cleveland Road. For more details (01243) 787087.

ITCHENOR

EVENTS: Solar Boat Trip: Harbour Nature; Come onboard the Solar Heritage to hear and see more about the wildlife of this unique area. All tickets must be booked in advance. Trip starts at 11am at the Quay. (01243) 513275.

EXHIBITIONS

CHICHESTER

Until November 6: Wilson Room, Oxmarket Centre of Arts, St Andrews Court: The Detached Chain Band; Impressions in Stitch – established group of textile artists displaying a wide range of techniques. Gifts for sale. (01243) 779103.

Until November 6: Wilson Room, Oxmarket Centre of Arts: AXXESS – Once Upon a Time; Each person uses the title ‘Once Upon a Time’ producing a personal and individual response. (01243) 779103.

Until November 6: Wilson Room, Oxmarket Centre of Arts: Ghislaine Davis; Light and Water – watercolours and oils of landscapes in both Norway and Chichester. (01243) 779103.

Until November 6: Wilson Room, Oxmarket Centre of Arts: Michelle Green; Magical Beasts – creatures of fairy-tale, mystery and legend. (01243) 779103.

Until November 7: Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant: Modern British Prints: The David Medd Bequest; (01243) 774557.

MUSIC

THURSDAY

ALDWICK

Mosse Hall, St. Richard’s Way: Bognor Regis Recorded Music Club; presents Dr. Clive Bratt Welcome One and All. (01243) 827358.

FRIDAY

BOGNOR REGIS

The Family Tree, 1 Laburnham Grove: Simon’s Karaoke;

CHICHESTER

The Guide Hall, Whyke Lane: The City Folk Club; All kinds of acoustic music shared in a singaround format. All welcome. Admission £2. (01243) 574021.

EMSWORTH

Railway Inn, North Inn: DJ Silver Fox; (01243) 372351.

SUNDAY

BOSHAM

Creek End, Smugglers Lane: Jazz Smugglers Workshop; Open night. Free for first timers, all welcome. Call 07533 529 379 for more details.