Featured Events in Lewes in January, 2025 (May Updated)

Join us on Sunday January 12th 2025 at 6.30pm in the cosy setting of Cliffe Hall, in the heart of Lewes, for a nourishing and heart-opening Singing Circle! We'll start with a luscious and healing cup of Cacao, to help open the Heart and soften. Through a heart-centered meditation, we'll set our intentions for the evening and the year ahead, then gently awaken and open our voices before settling into the main part of the evening: a beautiful, sacred Singing Circle. We’ll sing a variety of music with sacred roots, bhajan, mantras and also some original music. This event is hosted by Sonia Ter Hovanessian ( singer, flautist and coach) and will be joined by a dear sister all the way from Portugal, Xana Rivers (singer-songwriter, sound healer and Reiki healer), who will offer her music, voice, guidance and Heart to the event. If you have instruments and would like to bring them along, please do and if you'd like to share any music, that would also be most welcome. If you would like to come but don't feel up to singing yourself and wish to just enjoy being surrounded by singing and music, that is also absolutely fine. Whether you are new to singing or a seasoned vocalist, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore the profound benefits of singing, the voice and music in a supportive and nurturing environment. Contribution The Singing Circle, inclusive of Cacao is on a sliding scale from £20 - £30. For those who don't want any cacao, we can offer a slight discount. If you would like to come along and money is an issue, please send me a message directly (details below), and we can see what we can do. If anyone wants to pay one forward for others who may not have the funds, then please let me know, as this is a way for me to be able to ensure these events are accessible, regardless of cost. 😊 Please contact me directly to make a payment via bank transfer, or cash if you would like to save on the Eventbrite processing charges. *-* It is recommended to book in advance, either on Eventbrite or directly with the organiser (number below). *-* Please bring your own (yoga) mat, cushion and blanket. *-* There is tap water available at the centre. If you prefer filtered water, please bring this with you. A selection of teas will be available. *-* Free on-street parking is available nearby. Alternatively there are numerous car parks dotted around town. *-* There are a number of buses which go to the centre of town and stop about a 5-10 minute walk from Cliffe Hall *-* Lewes Train Station is a 10-minute walk from Cliffe Hall **Contact details for queries/ info: Sonia Ter Hovanessian: 07887 745732 / soniaterhovanessian@gmail.com Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you and getting to know you and your voices! *** Sonia Ter Hovanessian: Sonia is a musician, singer, flautist, singer-songwriter, and coach. She has a background in classical and jazz music. She has studied under numerous teachers and as a coach uses a blend of EVT (Estill Voice Technique), jazz improvisation and intuitive heart-centered techniques. Her own journey with the voice has been far from easy, though. Growing up she suffered from nodules on her vocal cords, preventing her from even speaking at times. Despite receiving speech therapy, her true healing came only when she began studying under the guidance of a vocal coach. And through the beauty and power of singing she dove deep into the voice, all whilst healing deep emotional wounds through therapy, which were probably the root cause of the dysphonia. This led her to embrace her voice fully and become the sensitive and heartfelt singer she is today. This journey, along with her discovering medicine music, sacred chants and mantras in more recent years, along with her own spiritual awakening led her to a renewed understanding of the importance of music and especially the voice in our everyday life, for inner healing, and to bring joy and connection to the world. She is currently studying Integral Sound Healing with the Voice at the Sound Healing Academy. Xana Rivers: Xana, originally from the UK, has travelled around the world to finally call Portugal home. She has been facilitating sacred singing circles for a long time and has gained much insight and experience from her travels and holding space in different cultures. She leads shamanic healing sound journeys, is a Reiki master and has an intimate connection with Mama Cacao among other plant spirits, who guide her on her journey as a Medicine Woman. She believes in the healing power of music as prayer, and combines her gifts as a sound healer, songwriter and musician, to create a sacred space where groups can experience this firsthand. She is a sensitive and intuitive singer-songwriter and has just recently returned from Hamburg where she opened a concert for Nessi Gomes. Information Source: Sonia Ter Hovanessian | eventbrite

COME ON YOU ROOKS!! FREE event - Chamber Member exclusive On Saturday 18th January 2025, Lewes F.C. takes on Horsham at the Dripping Pan. Chamber members are invited to the watch the match as well as: Free admission for the afternoonDrinks and sandwiches on arrivalTour of the groundTea and coffee at half timeDrinks after the matchMeeting players and managers (subject to their availability)The Rooks Inn and other food outlets will of course also be open for purchasing food and drinks. In 2017 Lewes Football Club became the first gender equal club in the world! Same budgets, same marketing, same facilities, same stadium! Lewes Community Football Club (LCFC) is a Community Benefit Society governed by these Lewes Community FC Rules. LCFC, owns 100% of Lewes F.C. Men and Lewes F.C. Women. Lewes F.C. has been a Chamber member for many years. Information Source: Lewes Chamber of Commerce | eventbrite

Dad La Soul is a multi-award winning revolutionary, grassroots movement that uses the arts, music, tech and play to tackle social isolation in dads and kids. We produce kick-ass Saturday morning playdates for dads, stepdads, granddads and male carers who want to hang out with their kids, play/learn/teach new skills and make some new cool friends. We bring them together, challenge conventions, spark conversations and start friendships with dads that perhaps might otherwise struggle in silence or isolation. Here's what we're up to this year (at Plus X unless stated): 11th January - Welcome Back! Free Play Session You can expect: Soft play, crafting, Lego, Giant Jenga, VR headsets to use in order to explore different places, times, planets, dress-up. And, as part of a monthly theme, everything from filmmaking, DJ workshops, circus skills, zombie mask making, den building, science lessons and a whole lot more. Expect old-school tunes, games, card-making, free tea/coffee and general dad-related daftness. Bring your favourite toys and games and join the party. Dad La Soul is a safe space for dads and kids to let off steam, have some banter and ask for help. Suitable for children aged 0-10. **********PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A GROUP FOR DADS/MALE IDENTIFYING CARERS & KIDS ONLY. NO UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN/MUMS OR DADS WITHOUT CHILDREN WILL BE ADMITTED*******. Information Source: Dad La Soul | eventbrite