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Beginners Crochet Thursday, 1.30pm – 3.00pm for 9 sessions With Pam Jermy 14th & 21st September 5th, 12th & 19th October 2nd, 9th, 16th & 30th November £10 per week (EHA members £9)   Evening Yoga Tuesday, 6.00pm – 7.00pm With Holly Summers £6.50 per week   Register your interest here or call 01376 323280

Essex Wildlife Trust urges members of the public to help wildlife in the hot weather this summer. The hot weather brings with it problems for wildlife, including drying up water sources and causing animals to overheat. It can also make food scarcer, including plants, which may die, and worms that bury deep into the soil. The public can help protect wildlife in the heat by following these steps: Provide enough water – Water sources will help many species to drink, bathe and cool down. For example, birds need water to bathe to keep their feathers in good condition, so top up the […]

No Mow May is a national campaign to encourage people not to mow their lawns until the end of May in order to boost the flowers, and nectar, for wildlife. The Centre is leaving our front lawn uncut for the month in support of this campaign.

The Community Heroes Plaque was established by the former Braintree Chamber of Trade and Commerce, in memory of members of the community who have given great service to our community: David East, George Shiffner, David Posee, Jean Stock, Ken Few, and Ann Rolls We are now seeking nominations as the Plaque is being renovated and erected on the outside of Braintree Community Centre. Whilst there are some already agreed additions, we are seeking to identify other community minded people whose name should be included. We welcome suggestions from anyone for anybody that lived locally and made a strong contribution in […]

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the Queen and the whole of the Royal family upon the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip. May he rest in peace.

Enormous thanks to the Dolphin WI knitters, who presented us with this knitted depiction of the Community Centre! We love the attention to detail, and the windows even light up! ????

This weekend come along to the Community Centre to see an exhibition of works by local artists. Open Saturday 10am – 5pm and Sunday 11am to 4pm. Free entry!