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April 2025 | Phonebox Magazine 27Got an event, gathering or meeting coming up in May? Let us know at: diary@phoneboxmagazine.comInner Wheel Newport PagnellTue 8th, Olney Centre, 2-4pmSpeaker is Kay Goddard on the subject: %u2018Kalico Quilts %u2013 The Patterned Path to Freedom%u2019. An amazing story about how quilts and block patterns helped slaves guide their way north to Canada. Visitors welcome. Entry %u00a35, including refreshments. More details: Jackie, innerwheelnewportpagnell@gmail.com.CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other)Wed 9th, Baptist Church, Olney, April 2-4pmRev Steve Wood, from Newport Pagnell Baptist Church, will be speaking on the topic of Easter. Join in for a chat, table games and a delicious tea. All welcome. More details, Christine Chatt, 07786 658767.MK Lit Fest: Spring FestivalWed 9th-Sat 12th, MK Central Library, The Parks Trust Pavilion and Waterstones Midsummer PlaceThe Festival will feature author talks, workshops, and sessions for children. www.mklitfest.org.The Two Brewers OlneyThu 10th, 7pmQuiz Night starting at 8pm 01234 711393 www.twobrewersolney.co.uk.Arts Society North BucksThu 10th, Lovat Hall, Newport PagnellPlease note that the meeting will begin with the AGM at 10.15 prompt.TASNB will meet at the Lovat Hall Newport Pagnell on Thursday 10th April for a lecture entitled %u2018The Art of the Steal%u2013Nazi looting during WW2%u2019 by Shauna Isaac. Coff ee served from 10am. Guests welcome for a small charge.Contact membershipnorthbucks@theartssociety.org.Stamp FairSat 12th, Methodist Hall, Queensway, Bletchley, 10am to 4pmStamp dealers, auctioneers and members will be selling, and are happy to help if you have a collection you are looking to sell. Stamp donations always welcome for the Charity Stamp Auctions %u2013 just bring any along on the day. More details: www.miltonkeynesphilatelicsociety.co.uk or 01908 521220.Olney Town North End Guided Walking TourSun 13th, Cowper & Newton Museum, Olney,10.30am-12.30pmDiscover the stories of yesteryear, including the Great Fires of Olney and life and trades of the 18th and 19th centuries. Discover why Olney High Street is so wide. A short walk with plenty to see along the way. Book your place by emailing us with the title of this tour in your email%u2019s subject heading: events@cowperandnewtonmuseum.org.uk or 01234 711516. Tickets: %u00a312 (U-16 free).Bosom PalsTue 15th, John Lewis, Centre:MK, 2pmGroup offering friendship and support for people who have experienced breast cancer. Catch up and chat over a drink and cake.Olney Archaeological SocietyTue 15th The Olney Centre and Zoom, 10am-noonSouth Caldecotte: Excavations on the periphery of Magiovinium Roman Town. %u2013 A talk by Kathy Pilkington, Archaeological manager at Albion Archaeology with special interest in survey techniques.Visitors welcome at The Olney Centre - %u00a34. Tea, coff ee, biscuits included. For further information, visit www.mkheritage.org.uk/oas.Museum Guided Tour in the home of William CowperSat 19th, Cowper & Newton Museum, Olney, 11.15am-12.30pmFind out about how the lives of William Cowper and John Newton came together through Cowper%u2019s poetry and prolifi c letter-writing, the Olney Hymns including John Newton%u2019s famous hymn %u2018Amazing Grace%u2019 of 250 years, Book via events@cowperandnewtonmuseum.org.uk, or 01234 711516/ or ask in the Shop. Cost: Free with your annual pass or purchase your pass on the day for %u00a310. Children under 16 years FREE (accompanied by an adult).The Two Brewers OlneySun 20th, Easter Bank Holiday Karaoke, 7pm, starts 8pmwww.twobrewersolney.co.uk. 01234 711393.CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other)Wed 23rd, Baptist Church, Olney, 2-4pmSue will describe how her walking holidays in the beautiful Lake District became a mission to %u2018bag%u2019 all 214 of the fells detailed by the late Alfred Wainwright in his iconic books. The talk will be enhanced with photos and props! Join in for a chat, table games and a delicious tea. All welcome. More details: Christine Chatt, 07786 658767.Olney Lace CircleWed 23rd, 30th Olney Centre 1.30 -3.30pmA group of like minded people who meet on a weekly basis during term time to pursue the art of lacemaking. There is a teacher on hand, so newcomers are always welcome along with experienced lacemakers who might need assistance from time to time. More details; Sue Mungham 07748968552Beginners Gardening ClubWed 23rd, 1pm-2pmReady to dig into the world of gardening? Whether you%u2019re new to growing your own flowers and vegetables or just want to brush up on your skills, our Beginners Gardening Club is the perfect place for you! Fun, hands-on workshops led by our knowledgeable garden volunteers. Cost: Only %u00a32 per session with your annual pass (or %u00a34 without a pass). Check our website for session themes throughout the year. No need to book in advance.Saturday StoryTimeSat 26th, Olney Library, 11-11.30amPopular drop-in session of stories, songs and rhymes suitable for children ages 3-7 years but all welcome.Harrold Pit Run & Bake-off Sat 26th, event opens at 12.30pm, race starts 1pmA fundraising event for the Harrold Centre, ensuring the community centre continues to provide valuable services. Online registration and more info at haroldcentre.co.uk/harrold-pit-run.Olney Gardening ClubTue 29th, Olney Centre, 7pmTalk by Paula Dyason, owner of %u2018Strictly Daylilies%u2019 Nursery, which is one of the largest growers of daylilies in the UK. Doors open for refreshments at 7pm. More details, Chris Richbell, 01234 241700.Got an event, gathering or meeting coming up in May? Let us know at: diary@phoneboxmagazine.com.The UK%u2019s leading relationship coachBased in MK46t: 07931 338 653e: francine@francinekaye.comwww.francinekaye.comFrancine KayeWhen you%u2019re not sure what%u2019s leftWhen the arguments won%u2019t stop, the silence feels unbearable,and you%u2019re not sure if there%u2019s anything left to save, it%u2019s hard to know what to do next.For over 25 years, I%u2019ve helped couples navigate these moments - uncovering what%u2019s really driving the pain, so they can find a way forward. Whether that means rebuilding trust and connection or making a decision with clarity and peace, you don%u2019t have to figure it out alone.Is this the end? or Could it be a new beginning?Let%u2019s start with a conversation.Book your Complimentary Clarity Call Take the first step toward understanding what%u2019s possible for your relationship.OLNEY BOWLING CLUBThe Recreation Ground, next door to the Rugby Club, East Street, OlneySunday 4th May 10am to 3pmScan the QR Code with your phone to book an appointment, or just turn up to try bowls and talk to our members. Everyone welcome from ages 8 to 80+Please bring fl at-soled shoes.For further information, please contact Liz on 07790 169906 or Brian on 07483 222974, email: ray.smith.rs95@gmail.comOpen Dayscan me!