Featured Events in Maidstone in July, 2025 (July Updated)

Join us at Maidstone Grammar School for Girls for a day filled with insightful discussions and workshops exploring impact of artificial intelligence on education. Learn about the latest trends in AI, explore how it's transforming the classroom, and delve into the ethical considerations surrounding its use. Building on last year's successful AI and School events, Ben White and Dan Boorman will be offering a range of concise and insightful keynotes along with practical workshopping where you will be guided through a range of applications of AI. This will include planning, teaching and taking the perspective of a student. Numbers are limited to allow attendees to make the most of opportunities to experiment with a range of applications of AI for teaching and working in schools. Be sure to bring your own device to make the most of the workshops and practical support. Information Source: Ben White | eventbrite

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This two-day course is designed for those who are familiar with several wildflowers but struggle with using a botanical key toidentify unfamiliar species or species of notoriously ‘difficult’ families. We shall spend some time in the classroom, covering the terms for features used in the Botanical keys for these ‘harder’ groupsof plants. We shall then oscillate between classroom and outdoors working as a group (or in pairs under supervision) on keyingout examples of the more challenging species. So as to be useful to participants, we shall cover as wide a variety of types as possible and will avoid spending time fretting oversub-species and hybrids. But we hope that by the end of this course that you will feel confident in using a botanical key fortackling the identification of ANY ‘new’ species. Please note that this course is for intermediates and not beginners. If you are unsure whether or not you qualify as a beginner, we strongly recommend that you start with our Beginners' Guide to Wildflower Identification on 31 May. Participants who join this course will already be familiar with the basic botanical terms for describing plants but have becomeconfused when these are applied to atypical families, such as the Grasses, Sedges, Daisies, Docks and Goosefoots. Similarly,they may not have grasped the specific terminology associated with these atypical families. By the end of the course it is expected that you will have gained: A working knowledge of a wide range of relevant botanical terms An deeper insight into flowering plant classification Greater confidence in using scientific keys to Identification, notably of the ‘difficult’ groups of flowering plants Led by Ros Bennett, Botanist Suitable for improvers who might be familiar with several plant species and basic botanical terms, but who have becomeconfused when trying to use a key to the identification of especially the more difficult groups of flowering plants. This coursefollows on from our Beginner's Guide to Wildflower Identification course on 31 May. Information Source: Kent Wildlife Trust - Education, Training & Events | eventbrite

Join us for a Hand Painted Macarons Masterclass in the heart of Maidstone, Kent, and transform delicate macarons into edible works of art! In this three hour hands-on workshop (10 am – 1 pm) , you’ll explore your creativity and learn how to turn pre-baked macaron shells into showstopping treats using edible paints. No artistic experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm and a steady hand! What You’ll Learn: How to mix and create vibrant edible food paints for bold colours and subtle gradients Simple yet elegant abstract painting techniques for modern designs How to paint intricate floral details such as petals, leaves and delicate stems Techniques for experimenting with buttercream and ganache fillings (and, of course, the chance to taste your creations!) What You’ll Take Home: A selection of your beautifully hand-painted macarons, ready to share (or keep all to yourself) A handy guide to edible paints, brush techniques and design tips for continued creativity at home Confidence to create your own edible masterpieces This macaron decorating class focuses on painting techniques with pre-baked shells prepared by us. If you’re interested in learning the baking side, check out our Introduction to Macarons or Advanced Macaron Making classes—perfect for aspiring bakers ready to master the craft! Come ready to unleash your inner artist, and leave with a box of exquisite hand-painted macarons! Information Source: Bluebell Kitchen | eventbrite

This talk is created for highly-driven construction professionals, like you, to discover the power of mindfulness and show you how you can build it into your busy working week. Being in construction, it is vital that you incorporate the importance of wellbeing into your working life now, especially with alarming statistics of high suicide rates, cardiovascular disease and stress. Once mastered, you can live a happier work/ life balance. This talk aims to help you to alleviate stress and anxiety, leaving you feeling energised and happier within yourself. Whether you're new to mindfulness practices or already familiar, you can find out more about mindfulness and be personally guided in a mindful visualisation. Not only will you learn quick and easy tips to use in your working week, we will finish with a guided mindfulness meditation, for you to experience, giving you some calm and relaxation in your busy working week. A two-course hot buffet will be served prior to the presentations. Members: gain 3 CIOB CPD points when you reflect on the ethical aspects of your learning from this activity. Contact Beverley Lawrence Member Services and Events Coordinator - Maidstone +44 (0) 1344 630861 +44 (0) 7827 920601 blawrence@ciob.org.uk Information Source: CIOB Maidstone | eventbrite

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Welcome to the Synergy Netwalking Time: 10:30 to 12:30 Location: The Cafe, Mote Park, Mote Avenue, Maidstone ME15 7SU Maidstone Netwalking Netwalking is an excellent concept that became popular when it was difficult for business people to meet in person. Synergy Netwalking will plan moves for the attendees, ensuring walkers do not get "stuck" with the same person or group for the entire walk. The walk will take one hour, and walkers will talk to at least 12 people while walking, plus those they meet during the pre-walk open-networking session. 10:30 Meet outside the cafe in Mote Park for introductions and attendees purchase their drinks 10:50 Pre-set moves distributed and explained 11:00 Walk commences Noon Walk ends and a follow-up session in the cafe Parking - Costs £2 for 6 hours - all attendees are responsible for their parking Food & Drinks - Attendees bring their own or purchase their food and drink in the cafe Toilets - There are toilets next to the cafe which is where we meet and finish the walks Dress Code - Warm and comfortable Information Source: Synergy Networking Events | eventbrite

Maidstone Brick Festival is returning with brand new LEGO displays, new LEGO activities, and much more - perfect for every LEGO fan! This will be a great day for families, collectors, adult builders and every other kind of LEGO fan. With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays, activities, traders selling loose bricks, new LEGO sets, retired LEGO sets, minifigures & accessories plus a dedicated building area. This event celebrates all things LEGO and will take place on Saturday 12th July 2025, with opening hours 10am - 4pm. Early Entry is from 10am; £13 per person. Early Entry includes an exciting extra hour of LEGO fun and a free LEGO gift for every Early Entry ticket holder! Standard Entry is from the time indicated in the ticket description; Adults £7, Children £5, Family Ticket (2 Adults, 2 Children) £18. Under 5s gain admission for free (they DO NOT need a ticket) with a paying adult. Careers do not require a ticket , they gain free entry with a ticket holder who requires assistance. Please note: Only Early Bird Entry gains access from 10am. All Standard tickets gain entry to the show from the time indicated in the ticket description. *images on Eventbrite are from previous events and should only be used as a representation of what you might see at a Brick Festival.*images on Eventbrite are from previous events and should only be used as a representation of what you might see at a Brick Festival. Information Source: Brick Festival Events | eventbrite

Welcome to the Synergy Construction, Property & Trades Super Set! Time: 18:30 to 20:30 Location: Drayson's Spirit & Wine Bar Maidstone Networking - Professionals Super Set Join us for a fantastic evening of networking at Drayson's Spirit & Wine Bar ! This event is perfect for professionals from all sectors. Connect with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting, this is the place to be. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network and grow your business! Event Agenda 18:30 Arrival & buffet 19:00 Guests sit on preplanned tables & all have a choice of three questions 19:20 Guests move to the second preplanned table & choose a discussion icebreaker from the next three questions 19:40 Guests move to the third preplanned table & choose a discussion icebreaker from the final three questions 20:00 Open networking and follow-up session 20:30 End Parking Limited Free parking is available at the venue if you arrive early. Free parking is available from 18:30 at Lockmeadow Car Park Dietary Requirements Please advise the organiser of any dietary requirements when booking Information Source: Synergy Networking Events | eventbrite

Simply Business Club is pleased to present you with the opportunity to experience our unique brand of business networking #ConversationalNetworking. No pressure during your turn, just conversation, tell us what you do, how you do it and how we can help and then we open up to the room to discuss, perhaps some questions or testimonials and that might spark a conversation about someones experience or it might give someone an idea. Each attendee is given 3-4 minutes which means the pressure is not all about getting everything into a 60 second pitch (we may, at times, need to restrict each person to a maximum of 2 questions after their pitch, this will be based on number of attendees, if there is time at the end we can then return to any questions that were not asked) We will start the meeting at 7.15am sitting down for breakfast at 7.30am with updates from the club followed by everyone telling us about themselves. We will be wrapped up by 9.30am so people can get on with their schedule full of their positive start to the day. Information Source: Simply Business UK - 01843 627 001 | eventbrite

Come and have a go at pond dipping in Tyland Barn's ponds. Kent Wildlife Trust's education team will show you the best techniques for pond dipping, making sure we don't disturb any of the pond's residents, before you have a go yourself. What will you discover under the surface? We'll look for clues to help us identify the different species in your pond dipping bowls, and find out some fascinating facts about the creatures you've found before safely returning them to the pond. We'll provide all the equipment you need, please dress appropriately for the weather as the session will be outdoors. £16 tickets are for one pond dipping bowl, which can be shared by one adult and up to four children, or two adults and up to three children. Bring a friend to share your bowl with! Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Each pond dipping session lasts 1.5 hours. You may find younger children are ready to finish much quicker, the activity is flexible so you can stay for as long as your group would like during the session you have booked. Information Source: Kent Wildlife Trust - Wildlife Events | eventbrite

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