Latest Events in Brighton and Hove(September Updated)

In this introduction to polymer clay jewellery, you'll be guided through the techniques to make your own jewellery set! All materials, including hypoallergenic stainless steel hardware and a variety of coloured clay, are provided along with the tools necessary. You'll enjoy complimentary snacks and great company while you create your masterpieces! All jewellery will be ready to take home at the end of the session. Information Source: Laura Hinton | eventbrite

Welcome to the Women's Manifestation Circle! Date: Tuesday 16 September, 2025 Time: 7pm -8:30pm Location: Vantage Point , 3 Floor, Suite 5, New England Road, Brighton BN1 4GW Come join us for a magical evening of intention setting, sharing circle, chakra sound healing with crytsal bowls, connection and manifestation rituals. This will be a monthly event. This circle is a safe space for women to come together, connect, and empower each other. Let's set our intentions and manifest our biggest desires. We will be working with the enegy of abundance to manifest and call in abundance into all areas of our lives. Dark chocolate will also be served. Bring your journal, an open heart, and get ready to amplify your manifestations in the company of like-minded women. Don't miss out on this opportunity to manifest your desires with a supportive community of women. I can't wait to welcome you! Meet Your Guide Lorina Christine Lorina Christine, Manifestation and Soul Purpose coach dedicated to supporting women to manifest their biggest desires, break through mental barriers and uplevel their lives to achieve more wealth, love, joy, freedom and success. She has been featured in such publications as Soul and Spirit Magazine. Lorina is dedicated to supporting high-achieving women in the areas of personal development, mindset mastery, lifestyle design, manifestation and overall holistic well-being to guide them to step into their limitless potential while experiencing more fulfilment and abundance in all areas of life. She truly believes you can have it all. Lorina’s mission is to empower women, connect with their purpose, step into their worth, and show women what is truly possible so they can live life on their terms and manifest their biggest desires. Connect with Lorina on instagram Unleash Your Radiance Podcast Information Source: Lorina is a Soul Purpose Mentor & Energy Healer | eventbrite

We're absolutely delighted to be welcoming Alan Hollinghurst back to Watererstones Brighton, this time for the paperback release of his 7th novel, the astonishing 'Our Evenings'. 2004 Booker winner Alan Hollinghurst is coming to Waterstones Brighton to discuss his latest novel, 'Our Evenings' - the poignant, funny, powerful and expansive 7th novel from the writer described by many as one of the greats of our age. 'Our Evenings' is an account of the life of protagonist Dave Win, as a schoolboy and student, his first love affairs, in London, and on the road with an experimental theatre company, and of a late-life affair, which transforms his sixties with a new sense of happiness and a perilous security; but it is also, very movingly, the story of his hard-working widowed mother, whose own life takes an unexpected new turn after her son leaves home. It is also a story of race, class, sexuality, love and violence, from a master novelist still at the very peak of his talents. We are so very lucky to have him coming back to Brighton and hope that many of you will be joining us for what will be a very special evening. Please note: book & ticket price includes a paperback copy of 'Our Evenings' (rrp £9.99) available for collection on the night. Please be in touch on events@waterstones.com if you have any questions or requirements around accessibility. Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite

Chemistry of the Evening Raise your glasses, you fine and eligible gay singles, you are in for a wonderful night of dating. Meet like-minded singles face-to-face at our busy gay speed dating event at The Bootlegger . It's time to relax, make real life connections and meet your perfect partner in crime! Here, at SpeedDater we know that chemistry only happens in person, so our events are perfect for singles that want to meet people in real life. During the event, you will be going on between 8 and 12 mini dates lasting about four minutes each. Our professional hosts and well-organised events make meeting people easy and lots of fun. Come with a smile and an open mind, you never know who you could meet at one of our events. Dating Coach The inspiring Laura Buckley will be joining our Brighton events. Having made all the classic dating mistakes throughout her single life, Laura is now empowering dating-fatigued singles to re-launch their dating lives. As a matchmaker and dating coach, she wants you to be excited about dating. Her mission is to show you how to have the dating life that you desire, without the fear of settling. What to Expect: Mix, Match, Date When you arrive, our lovely SpeedDater host will welcome you and sign you in. You will be given a badge number that will match a table in the and rotate from table to table until you meet every man. To help you remember all participants you will have a card to mark down all individuals that you like. There will be a break halfway through the dating for you to refill and recharge. And after the event? The day after your speed dating event you can log in to our secure website and click the 'matches' tab. You will find out who you mutually matched with and can get in touch again via our messaging system. Don’t forget about SpeedDater’s guarantee - if you didn’t meet someone you liked the first time your next singles event is free! What have you got to lose? Itinerary 19:00 Registration opens 19:30 Speed Dating begins 20:15 Break for drinks and chatting 20:30 Speed Dating resumes 21:30 Speed Dating ends and post event socialising begins Please have a look at our upcoming events: www.speeddater.co.uk Information Source: SpeedDater | eventbrite

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Pop down to your local People Planet Pint meetup to find more about what's going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved. No pitches, powerpoints or panels. Just People, Planet, Pint/s. Your local meetup is a great place to start your journey or continue learning, and meet diverse people to chat about life and how we can sustain it. Every job is a climate job, so come along and learn about how you can take action, as well as what is going on locally. We welcome everyone, regardless of their experience or background. People Planet Pint is a space where everyone can feel comfortable learning about sustainability and sharing their ideas. Afterall, creating a sustainable future requires connected communities. And what better way to bring everyone together than over a drink? Prefer a Pastry to a Pint? Head along to ‘ People Planet Pastry ’! Equally relaxed and welcoming, they run during the day and offer an informal way to learn about what is going on locally in sustainability. Your Volunteer Hosts Sam Zindel is Managing Director of Brighton-based digital marketing agency Propellernet. He led the company’s B Corp certification and is committed to doing everything possible to help restore our climate using business as a force for positive change. A graduate of the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, Sam runs Low Carbon Leaders , co-founded The Million Tree Pledge and works closely with Clean Growth UK and our local authorities on business transition to net zero. Connect with him on LinkedIn. Ed Chinn I'm focused on creating a positive impact through my work, for the wider community and (as much as possible) the planet. Essentially, leaving the world in a better place than I found it. I look to do this connecting people, ideas and insights via groups like People, Planet, Pint! as well as LinkedIn and Twitter. I’m a keen advocate of positive action through innovation, conscious capitalism and building a more circular economy. Via a range of sources, including fellowship of the RSA and podcasts (I highly recommend John Richardson and the Futurenauts!) to name a couple, I am passionate about educating myself about how I can be a better citizen and ancestor. Grace Prior With a career spanning hospitality, marketing and recruitment across global organisations before joining Silicon Brighton, Grace is passionate about making Brighton the destination for people in technology. If you're a technologist looking to become a community advocate, or a business looking to get behind our mission through event or wider strategic partnership opportunities, then get in touch. Silicon Brighton Silicon Brighton is a community-led initiative supporting digital growth in the South East. We really believe in Brighton, its people, and its potential. Working hand-in-hand with the local tech community, we support a number of Meetups across the city, providing individuals with free opportunities for networking, training, up-skilling and development, helping them to take their careers and businesses forward. Our Sponsor KRYSTAL are an award-winning, 100% renewably powered hosting provider, with datacentres in the UK, US, & Europe. They are climate positive, and their approach centres on value, quality and transparency. We are delighted to announce our partnership with Krystal (the UK's only B Corp web hosting/cloud provider), and welcome them on board as sponsors of the People, Planet, Pint events. This means the first 33 drinks are on Krystal at every event, and has allowed us to invest and upscale the series to accelerate action on climate change. Simon Blackler is the founder of KRYSTAL , and Co-Founder of MillionTreePledge . About Us Small99 provides carbon reduction plans for micro and small businesses. With a simple measurement tool and practical actions broken down into 10 minute to-do lists, Small99 empowers the 99% of businesses to start on their sustainability journey, and win more customers while doing so. Information Source: Small99 | eventbrite

A Little bit about the book: Something old, something new, someone borrowed… Forty years ago, sixteen-year-old David was heartbroken when his family rejected him for coming out. Since then, he has vowed to always help anyone in need. So, when he finds a tearful young woman outside his flower shop, he can’t just walk away. Newly engaged, Meg should be overjoyed, but her conservative parents have made their disapproval painfully clear – leaving Meg devastated and wanting to call the whole wedding off. But David won’t let another young person be rejected. He offers to be Meg’s ‘stand-in dad’, diving headfirst into dress fittings, cake tastings, and venue visits to make sure Meg’s special day is unforgettable. Yet Meg’s parents’ absence looms large – and when disaster strikes, can David save the wedding in time? A little bit about the author: Alex Summers is the pseudonym for Jake Williams, a queer and neurodivergent writer from Milton Keynes who now lives in London with his partner. When he is not writing, he is reading or swimming. The Stand-in Dad is his first novel. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram under @jakeshaker. A little bit about the host: Andrew Flewitt (he/him) is the creator and host of Queer I Am, The Podcast, which has been nominated for an Independent Podcast Award. Andrew has been featured in Podbible, DIVA, BBC Radio Sussex, Latest TV Brighton, Scene Magazine and GX Magazine. They are based in Brighton, UK. Do You Believe in Life After Loss? is their first book. Information Source: Kemptown Bookshop | eventbrite

We are offering free (donations welcome) basic cycle maintenance training sessions at our Bike Hub East workshop in the Big Lemon bus yard off Boundary Road in East Brighton. Brighton Bike Hub is a volunteer-led community cycle repair workshop that offers refurbished secondhand bikes at affordable prices, free access to tools and stands for DIY repairs, new and used bike parts, and advice and support from our volunteer team. We also run bike rides and training sessions such as this one. Learn to keep your bike safe and roadworthy. We will cover: - Assessing a bike - fitting and adjusting brake blocks/pads - fitting and adjusting brake & gear cables - lubricating chains - repairing punctures inc. replacing inner tubes and tyres. Please note our Bike Hub East workshop is partially outdoors (though covered), so in the event of rain waterproofs are advisable. Hot drinks and snacks will be provided For more information call or text us on 07944 152706 Please only book a place if you can commit to making it as our slots often get booked up with no-shows. Information Source: Brighton Bike Hub | eventbrite

This Course will give you the opportunity to explore the basic principles of knitting on a domestic machine. You will learn single bed techniques which will include: Casting on and off stitch Knit stockinette stitch Change colours and stripe Utilise the jacquard patterning facility Knit your own scarf design or follow a ready made pattern All yarn is ethically sourced 100% lambswool Courses usually run on Saturdays 10am-2pm, tea ans coffee provided but please bring your own lunch. Upcoming Course Dates Saturday 19th April 2025 Saturday 17th May 2025 Saturday 7th June 2025 Saturday 5th July 2025 Saturday 20th September 2025 Saturday 18th October 2025 Saturday 15th November 2025 Information Source: Studio Tamané | eventbrite

We’re thrilled to host David Nieuwoudt , owner and winemaker of Cederberg and Ghost Corner , for an exclusive tasting showcasing the depth and brilliance of South African wine. The Line-Up: 2020 Cederberg, Blanc de Blancs Cap Classique – £28.95 2023 Ghost Corner Sauvignon Blanc – £31.95 2023 Ghost Corner Pinot Noir – £32.50 2023 Cederberg, Five Generations Chenin Blanc – £38.00 2019 Cederberg, Five Generations Cabernet Sauvignon – £58.00 And a real treat: the UK premiere of the 2021 Cederberg Teen Die Hoog Shiraz – a wine long reserved for the Cape Winemakers Guild Auction, now released commercially for the very first time. This promises to be a rare opportunity to taste with one of South Africa’s most acclaimed winemakers, right here in Brighton at the Brunswick shop. Information Source: Brunswick Fine Wines & Spirits | eventbrite

Join us for our final CrimeWave of 2025, where Stu will be chatting with Janice Hallett and Holly Seddon. Janice Hallett, queen of puzzle-box mysteries and author of 'The Appeal', will be chatting about her new novel 'The Killer Question' , another intricately plotted whodunit comprised of found evidence, as a village pub's quiz night holds the key to a shocking murder.And Holly Seddon is discussing her latest offering '59 Minutes' , which follows the journey of three women trying to make it home to protect their families after receiving a shattering message. The journeys should be simple, but with a lost schoolchild seeking help, a teenage daughter suddenly going missing, and dangerous criminals on the prowl, there is peril at every corner. Book & ticket option includes either a HB copy of 'The Killer Question' or a PB copy of '59 Questions', available for collection on the night. Both books will also be available to purchase at the event. Please be in touch on events@waterstones.com if you have any questions or requirements around accessibility. Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite

Welcome to the New Genesis Film Festival 2025 happening at ODEON Brighton on September 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM (Europe/London time)! Get ready for a day filled with incredible films and exciting discussions. Join us for a cinematic experience like no other. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of storytelling through film. Get ready to see this years work from students and graduates based in Brighton! Information Source: New Genesis Film Festival | eventbrite

Join Julie McDonald, Anna Emilia & a team of NHS oral health experts at the launch of 'Hedgy Visits the Dentist', a colourful picture book which aims to encourage children, including those with additional needs, to go to the dentist without worry or anxiety. In their latest Binkie & Friends Adventure, Julie McDonald & Anna Emilia bring us Hedgy the hedgehog who is visiting the dentist for the very first time.Thier hope is that after reading the story your child will have a good idea of what a dentist does and what they might expect once they arrive.Includes: a step-by-step guide on how to clean teeth; an award chart with Hedgy stickers; an activity maze to reinforce the five steps to healthy teeth and useful tips for parents/carers too.With thanks to the Oral Health Promotion Team at Sussex NHS Foundation Trust for their advice on current national guidance on toothbrushing (2025).It also supports children with additional needs and those with social or sensory differences, including those who are neurodivergent. Please be in touch on events@waterstones.com if you have any questions or requirements around accessibility. Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite

Come and learn how to design and carve your very own bespoke ring at the atompshric Vine Street Tap in the centre of Brighton. In the workshop you will be taught a range of techniques and processes demonstrated by Mollie Paling from FLUX jewellery. You will carve and sculpt your own ring out of jewellers wax, using a variety of tools to explore and experiment with mark making, forming shape and surface texture. Don’t worry, everyone will start with a test piece allowing time to familiarise yourself with the material and methods of making. Once comfortable you will start to create your own ring individually inspired by your own ideas and personal taste. The ring can really be as dramatic or simple as you desire. By the end of your session you’ll have a finished wax ring ready for casting. *Extra wide/heavy rings may have additional cost added of approximately £30. After the class the rings are then sent and cast in 100% recycled silver ( or recycled gold if desired, cost difference will be explained) Once cast, Mollie will polish them up in her workshop in Lewes and returned within 3-4 weeks either by collection from FLUX or post to your door. All levels and abilities are welcome. Under 18's will need to be accompanied an adult. Please note : Cancellations made 48 prior to workshop will not be able to be refunded. Information Source: Mollie Paling from Flux Jewellery | eventbrite

We are delighted to be welcoming Lucy Rose, author of the astonishing debut 'The Lamb', to Brighton Waterstones to celebrate its paperback release. 'The Lamb' really has taken the book world by storm since its hardback release in January, winning awards and rave reviews all over the place.A gripping, sinister folktale, 'The Lamb' has been described as "deliciously dark and shockingly bold", "superbly creepy" and "surprising at every turn". Margot and Mama have lived by the forest since Margot can remember. When Margot isn't at school, they spend quiet days together in their cottage, waiting for strangers to knock on their door. Strays, Mama calls them. Mama loves the strays. She feeds them wine, keeps them warm. Then she satisfies her burning appetite by picking apart their bodies. But Mama's want is stronger than her hunger sometimes, and when a white-toothed stray named Eden turns up in the heart of a snowstorm, little Margot must confront the shifting dynamics of her family, untangle her own desires and make a bid for freedom. With this tender coming-of-age tale, debut novelist Lucy Rose explores how women swallow their anger, desire and animal instincts - and wrings the relationship between mother and daughter until blood drips from it. Seriously, WE CANNOT WAIT. Book & ticket option includes a paperback copy of 'The Lamb' (rrp £9.99) available for collection on the night. Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite

Join us to celebrate the launch of The Thrive Collective - Thrive's new, inspiring magazine for female founders, creatives, and changemakers! Come along on the morning of Friday, 26 September at Projects in Brighton for an energising celebration that will fuel your entrepreneurial spirit and connect you with women who are redefining business success. What can you expect at our launch event? At our launch event, you will hear from Clare Griffiths FRSA , Founder of Thrive and Editor of The Thrive Collective, as well as from some of our guest contributors featured in Issue 1: - Kerry Watkins , Managing Director of Social for Good and Founder of 24/six - Beatrice N. Kabutakapua , Business Storytelling Coach - Lulu Minns , Transformational Coach, Author of The Genius Wheel® , and Advocate What is The Thrive Collective? The magazine celebrates and highlights the different ways women are growing their business their way, and features compelling case studies, practical advice, and actionable strategies from women who are proving that purpose and profit can work hand in hand, whilst making impact in the world. The Thrive Collective is not just a magazine. It is a movement for female founders, creatives, and changemakers who are redefining business growth on their terms. Network and connect As well as hearing from our thought-provoking speakers, you will have the opportunity to make meaningful new connections with other small business owners, members of The Thrive Collective community, and business supporters from across the Sussex region. Who should attend? - Female founders, creatives, and changemakers who are looking for inspiration and practical advice - Anyone interested in supporting women in business Everyone is welcome - however you identify. Come and be part of something special as we launch a magazine that champions women who are building businesses their way! How much are tickets? General tickets are £22, and tickets for members of The Thrive Collective are £12. We will provide you with drinks and healthy refreshments throughout the morning. Our Event Partners Projects The launch of The Thrive Collective will take place in The Globe Room, at Projects , Brighton. As a special thank you for attending, Projects is offering two complimentary trial days at their Brighton coworking spaces for each ticket holder. To request yours, simply click here . Maxine Saca McMinn, Events Manager Maxine will be assisting with the launch of The Thrive Collective, and partnering with Thrive on future events to help bring our vision to life. With a strong focus on attention to detail, thoughtful planning, and a calm, hands-on approach, Maxine supports the smooth delivery of meaningful experiences behind the scenes. Maxine’s role as Event Manager includes coordinating logistics, supporting the team, and ensuring everything runs seamlessly, so attendees and speakers can focus fully on connection, inspiration, and community. You can connect with Maxine on LinkedIn: Maxine Saca McMinn | LinkedIn Information Source: Clare Griffiths, Founder of Thrive | eventbrite

Welcome to the event Decorating Vintage Ceramics with Transfers happening at The Regency Town House on September 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM . Get ready to unleash your creativity and give new life to vintage ceramics using beautiful transfers. Join us for a fun-filled morning of crafting and learning new techniques. No prior experience is needed, just bring your enthusiasm and eagerness to learn. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create unique pieces that will impress your friends and family. See you there! Information Source: Alice Mara | eventbrite

Southampton Walking Tour & Ocean Village Pub Crawl Join us to explore this beautiful city's historic sites and hidden gems with our knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the rich maritime history and stories behind the iconic landmarks. After our walking tour, discover the city on your own or take a break to relax. As the sun sets, meet the group in Ocean Village for a night of fun and drinks as we hop from one pub to another, enjoying the vibrant nightlife of Southampton. Make memories as we paint the town red. Information Source: Tribe of Travelers | eventbrite

I’m Sue and I like wine; I like organic wine and I hate waste. We manage to produce a lot of fruit in our garden, red currants, blackberries, apricots (every other year!) and we forage elderflowers and nettles (yes nettles). I have learnt to make a very quaffable wine from these fruits. Its easy and I am happy to show you how. Information Source: Brighton and Hove Organic Gardening Group | eventbrite

YMCA BRIGHTON COMEDY FUNDRAISER RAISING THE ROOF! RAISING THE ROOF is a comedy night with serious heart. All proceeds go to YMCA Brighton, helping adults in Brighton and Hove stay off the streets and into supported accommodation and services they need to move forward with independent living. We’ve lined up a phenomenal night of stand-up: The brutally funny Elliot Steel The razor-sharp Zoe Lyons Comedy legend Mark Thomas The one and only Mark Steel All held together by local legend Guy Lloyd so expect cheeky fun! Come join us for a night of laughter at Komedia Brighton! Our comedy fundraiser is sure to have you in stitches while supporting a great cause. Grab your friends and family for a memorable evening packed with top-notch comedians and hilarious acts. Help us RAISE THE ROOF and make a real difference in our community. Information Source: eventbrite

Singer Lisa Abbott fronts a 10-piece band performing Kate Bush’s magnum opus Hounds of Love in its entirety, and some other choice Kate faves too. The band has an extensive and diverse CV including Oasis, James, Brighton Beach Boys, This Mortal Coil, Oysterband, M People, Stock & Aitken, Stomp’s Lost and Found Orchestra, Arthur Brown and Divine Comedy. As international treasure Kate has been celebrated and enjoyed all over again, we bring you our electrifying and faithful rendition of one of the 1980’s seminal albums, by one of the most enduring and loved singer-songwriters of our generation. Hounds of Love Live promises to be a magical evening of surprise and joy. Woof, woof! Doors:7pm Show: 8pm More info and shows at ironworks-studios.co.uk B y purchasing a ticket via Eventbrite for a show at Ironworks Studios you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of the venue- https://www.ironworks-studios.co.uk/terms-conditions SEATING/ACCESSIBILITY There are a limited number of seats with tables All other seating is unreserved If you require a designated wheelchair space please let us know in advance via email to info@ironworks-studios.co.uk If you are eligible for a free PA/carer ticket, please apply here Information Source: Ironworks Studios Brighton | eventbrite

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This sprawling saga of family and class is told by an enigmatic narrator, a hoarder of documents, who is trying to lay out a history of the Nacullian family.As the jumble of their lives is pieced together we witness them migrate, marry, work up library fines, die, build bridges and Morris dance.Brick Dust is a comedic tale about the struggle to make something solid, when all we have is dust. Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite

Join Joanne Briggs at The Reading Room as she discusses 'The Scientist Who Wasn't There', the remarkable true story of her father and his staggering deception. In this real-life thriller the daughter of scientist Michael Briggs - an internationally acclaimed academic whose compromised research had devastating consequences - investigates the mystery of her father.' Joanne will be interviewed by Michael Mansfield KC. A page-turner with a mystery to solve, and a meditation on what it means for a child to know their parents' - Cathy Rentzenbrink 'An astonishingly original memoir about truth, identity and the ethics of science.' - Ian Sansom, The Telegraph Book & ticket includes a HB copy of 'The Scientist Who Wasn't There' (rrp £20) available for collection on the night. Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite

Southend-on-Sea SeaLife Adventure Tour Join us at SeaLife Adventure for an exciting underwater journey! Explore the wonders of the sea, get up close with fascinating marine creatures, and learn about conservation efforts to protect our oceans. Don't miss out on this opportunity to have a splashing good time with the Tribe. Information Source: Tribe of Travelers | eventbrite

GHASP Conference 2025: The Next 15 Years Welcome to the GHASP Conference 2025: The Next 15 Years! Join us in Brighton for an exciting in-person event where we will delve into the future of Sustainable Healthcare. Network with experts, attend thought-provoking sessions, and gain insights to shape the next decade and a half. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of shaping the future! Information Source: GHASP | eventbrite

Southend-on-Sea SeaLife Tour & Adventure Island Experience Join us to start the day at SeaLife Adventure for an exciting underwater journey! Explore the wonders of the sea, get up close with fascinating marine creatures, and learn about conservation efforts to protect our oceans. After our private tour, stroll on the beach, stopping for lunch at Billy Hundreds Fish n Tapas . Afterwards, our knowledgeable local guide will lead you to Adventure Island for an afternoon filled with excitement and fun. Explore this thrilling amusement park, enjoy delicious food, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Information Source: Tribe of Travelers | eventbrite

Supervised Practise and Networking Day An opportunity for local EMDR therapists to connect, support and share techniques and ideas in their practice. In addition, the three workshops go through the core skills, resources and knowledge necessary in EMDR, as well as experiences with teenagers, using the Standard EMDR protocol. Presentation 1 - 'Resources in EMDR' with Maria Fragkou Maria is an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and IFS therapist, and a clinical supervisor. She has over 15 years of experience in the NHS and in private practice, working with people with PTSD and complex trauma. This presentation provides an outline of the role of resource development in EMDR. The presentation reviews when and why resourcing is needed, and it discusses considerations for clients who may have adverse reactions to installation of certain resources. The content includes common internal and external resources, and how to use bilateral stimulation to develop and strengthen calming, empowering and comforting experiences, orient the client to the present, and reinforce positive states. It also covers ways to use resources in preparation phase, in-between sessions and integrate resources during reprocessing. Participants will have the opportunity to practice resource development and installation. Presentation 2 - 'Integrating EMDR with your core training' with Vicky Cuming Vicky is an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, Humanistic therapist and DIT (Dynamic Interpersonal Therapist) and has recently completed Clinical Supervision training. She has 16 years of experience as a therapist. Previously she worked in the Humanitarian aid sector and had children. She has particular interests in how we hold conflicting ideas simultaneously, emergent behaviour, chaos and it's relationship with creativity. Vicky will describe how she integrates her core training and other theories into an EMDR way of working, focussing on the areas of; formulation resourcing interweaves the therapeutic relationship There will be a practical session for participants to think about how they integrate their core training and other models into the 8 phases of the EMDR protocol. Presentation 3 - 'Experience of using EMDR with Teenagers' with Dr Ruth Henderson Ruth is a Chartered and HSPC Registered Counselling Psychologist and EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner and has completed the Child & Adolescent training. Ruth has over 20 years experience as a therapist. She also is an active EMDR Sussex Board member since 2018. Ruth will emphasise the importance of using the 8-phases of EMDR to enable the adaptive information processing of trauma towards a healthy resolution. She will also present a case study where EMDR has been successful. Lunch will be included. The later afternoon will include a panel discussion with consultants and presenters, so please consider sending questions in advance to the EMDR Sussex email account. There will be many opportunities to network with other EMDR therapists! In order to attend this workshop, you need to have completed a minimum of Part 1 of EMDR training Price £60 for EMDR UK members and £80 for non-members CPD Points being applied for and will be updated accordingly Information Source: EMDR Sussex Regional Group | eventbrite

The central aim of this gentle, structured session is deep relaxation in community: nervous system regulation and co-regulation via consensual physical contact. This is an all-afternoon session, to drop more deeply into connection with yourself and others. We provide as safe a space as possible: the intention is for you to remain in your comfort zone, during which you'll acknowledge and communicate desires for platonic touch. Integral to the session is practising and developing compassionate communication techniques for consent and boundary-setting. Everyone is in choice and there is no expectation for anyone to do anything they don't want to. We aim for this to be a kind and welcoming space - an inclusive, neurodivergent- / queer-friendly environment, for all genders. We welcome feedback and opportunities for our ongoing development. What to expect : structured activities with options for different levels of platonic touch (including no touch) for connection with self and others optional cuddle puddle opening and closing circle tools offered for exploring and developing communication, consent, and boundary-setting kindness; listening; person- and group-centred environment trained, experienced facilitator (see below) and assistant clear and honoured timings integration time, and space for time out if required hot drinks, snacks This is a drug- and alcohol-free event - ie: please do not drink alcohol or take non-prescribed drugs before attending. The space is not currently fully accessible: Cambridge Grove is cobbled, and there is one step into the venue, and one step down to the main room. Please see FAQs below for more details about the event. More info about Brighton Cuddle Space: www.facebook.com/brightoncuddlespace About the facilitator : Bela Emerson (she/they) is a highly-experienced and reflective neurodivergent spaceholder, community musician / trainer / mentor, and Action Learning Set facilitator. Bela: is a CPI-certified Cuddle Therapist is a graduate of Eshana Spiers's Facilitator Training for Cuddles and Nervous System Regulation programme trained in-person with Musicians Without Borders in the Netherlands trained in-person with trauma therapist / musician Darren Abrahams has an enhanced DBS and is fully insured has regular therapy and supervision for self-resourcing and in order to support / hold space for others Information Source: Brighton Cuddle Space | eventbrite