What’s On
Wine tasting: Tues 3 (5-8pm)
The Winery at 797 Fulham Road always host fun, informal tastings. This month you’ll be able to sample a selection of wines including a super crisp Riesling from the Rhine, some recently arrived Bordeaux from Cotes de Bourg and a Sardinian red. No need to book just drop in on your own or bring a friend. If you can’t make this month’s tasting sign up for future events here fulham@thewineryuk.com or join Fulham Social Hub’s charity fundraiser event on 3 Dec (find more info on our “What’s Happening” page).
Bonfire Night: Thurs 5 (3-8pm)
Family fun and seasonal activities at SEACC including Guy Fawkes making, water free apple bobbing in the walnut grove, marshmallows, painting and mini fireworks. Tickets cost £6.50 per person and you can book / find out more information here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bonfire-night-celebrations-tickets-1995463232244 You can also pick tickets up on reception. Wrap up warm, bring the family and enjoy a cosy community evening together. Food and drinks will be available to buy throughout the event, along with sparklers to add a little extra sparkle to the celebrations.
Autumn Concert: Sat 14 (doors open 6.30pm)
Fulham Camerata’s Autumn concert will take place at All Saints. The Closing of the Day: A Journey from Dawn to Dusk, is a programme tracing the course of a day from its bright beginnings to its quiet close. Beginning with Brahms' vibrant Volkslieder, the programme moves through Sullivan's The Long Day Closes and music by Judith Weir before reaching Schütz's Musikalische Exequien. The evening closes with Judith Weir and an invitation for audience and choir to sing together, bringing the journey from dawn to dusk to a shared conclusion. The concert also marks Gabriella Noble's first performance as Music Director of Fulham Camerata. Standard tickets £20 / Student & Under 15 tickets £15 https://www.fulhamcamerata.com
Art workshop: Sun 15 (3-5pm)
Fly solo or take a friend to Dr Espresso, 40 Fulham High Street and enjoy getting creative at their Frieda Khalo Art Workshop. Led by Putney Artist Susan Alexander, this two hour workshop requires no previous painting experience. Tickets cost £35 including prosecco and nibbles. All equipment provided and you can take home your canvas. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/frida-khalo-art-workshop-doctorespresso-tickets-2003311807544
Thames Seal Watch volunteer training: Sat 21 (10am - 12pm)
Join the Thames Seal Watch for their last volunteer training session of the year. TSW are the official organisation that runs community education and protection for marine mammals in the Thames. Register your interest here www.sealwatch.london
By Beautiful Brands: Tues 24 (10am - 7pm)
By Beautiful Brands was founded by two Fulham locals to support small independent British brands. Step out of the hood and head over to Chelsea Town Hall for a spot of Christmas shopping and browsing. 60 brands are taking part in this event and entry is FREE. https://www.bybeautifulbrands.com/
Christmas lights: Fri 27 (4 - 6.30pm)
The Parsons Green lights switch on is always such a fantastic community event. Last year over 500 people attended and the tombola with prizes donated by Parsons Green businesses was a huge success and raised funds for H&F Giving. This year they’ll be a tombola once again, mulled wine, Salvation Army Brass Band and carol singers performing and the turning on of the lights will take place at 5.30pm. There’s even a rumour that the man himself might be attending!
Wreath making workshop: Thurs 3 Dec (11-1pm)
Create your own Christmas wreath using locally sourced materials with Parsons Green and Bloom an independent community garden centre in Fulham. Join Sarah and her team in the Lodge at Sand End Arts & Community Centre (SEACC). Tickets cost £65 all materials and refreshments included and the proceeds support their community training and education programmes. https://parsonsgreenandbloom.org.uk/events