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Community

Feast of Mary Magdalene

Wednesday 22 July | 10 AM Join us to commemorate Mary Magdalene, loyal follower of Christ and first witness to the resurrection.

Wed 22 JulSt John the Evangelist(1.2mi)

via St John the EvangelistLocal gem

Community

Magnolia Club - Drop in for those with dementia and their carers

This group is run in collaboration with Age UK Lambeth. Dementia services are drop-in groups open to anyone affected by dementia, including carers. We offer a range of activities, from arts and crafts to singing, music, and summer day trips. You’ll always find a good chat, a cuppa and lots of laughter! The groups have: No attendance fee No need to book, just drop by Free parking and disabled access Refreshments, fun, companionship and support For more information please call or email and ask to speak to someone about the Magnolia clubs. Lines open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (closed on weekends and bank holidays).

Wed 22 JulChrist Church(1.5mi)

via Christ ChurchCurated

Religion & Spirituality

مطالعه کتاب مقدس به فارسی Farsi Bible Study

Join us to study the Bible in Farsi and to prayer together every Wednesday .هر چهارشنبه، با ما همراه شوید تا کتاب مقدس را با هم به زبان فارسی، مطالعه کنیم و با هم دعا و نیایش نماییم

Wed 22 JulChrist Church(1.5mi)

via Christ ChurchCurated

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around £75.00

Summer Kids Sewing Class

Wed 22 JulStitches & Seams(1.8mi)

via Stitches & SeamsLocal gem

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around £75.00

Summer Kids Sewing Class 20th

10am - 12pm 20th, 21st & 22nd July In these three 2 hour sessions, 10 - 14 year olds learn how to use a sewing machine and make stuff in a friendly and supportive environment. All equipment and materials provided. Suitable for complete beginners and returners. During the first session, learn how to sew in a straight line and turn corners. Then make two items to take home that day. The second and third sessions allow kids to choose from a selection of projects they can work on over the next two weeks (if necessary.) Options include; t shirt tote bag zipped pouch laptop bag cushion cover headscarf bucket hat Returners can work on their own projects and be supported to achieve their goals. Limited to maximum of 4 participants.

Wed 22 JulStitches & Seams(1.8mi)

via Stitches & SeamsLocal gem

Community

Exercise Group

Exercise Group? At Woodside Baptist Church? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Wed 22 JulWoodside Baptist Church(1.8mi)

via Woodside Baptist ChurchCurated

Community

Home group - Lounge

Woodside Baptist Church is being delightfully mysterious about Home group - Lounge. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 22 JulWoodside Baptist Church(1.8mi)

via Woodside Baptist ChurchCurated

Community

Wednesday Club Session

Croydon Petanque Club has got Wednesday Club Session pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Wed 22 JulCroydon Petanque Club(2.1mi)

via Croydon Petanque ClubLocal gem

Community

Four Paintings for Friends Circle

Join Head of Collection Helen Hillyard for an out-of-hours tour of four remarkable works in the Gallery exclusively for Friends Circle members.

Wed 22 JulDulwich Picture Gallery(2.7mi)

via Dulwich Picture GalleryLocal gem

Community

A safe, supportive after‑school space for young people

Something's afoot at Peabody Community Hall and it goes by the name of A safe, supportive after‑school space for young people. Their site has the particulars.

Wed 22 JulPeabody Community Hall(3mi)

via Peabody Community HallLocal gem

Community

Disclosure Day

2026 | USA | 145 min Wednesday 22 July at 5.30pm

Wed 22 JulDavid Lean Cinema(3.5mi)

via David Lean CinemaLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Dementia, Art & Joy

Together we’ll make art and joy! Join us every fortnight for free art sessions for people living with dementia and their carers- explore the Croydon Art Collection, create and experience joy together. How do you book a place? Use our ' Sign Up ' form to be placed on our email list. Staff will

Wed 22 JulMuseum of Croydon(3.5mi)

via Museum of CroydonLocal gem

Arts & CultureHistory & Heritage

Summer Craft Club

Join us every week for a new creating craft inspired by the Museum of Croydon & Croydon Archive collections! Taking place every Wednesday afternoon and Friday morning for the duration of the summer holidays. Please note we have a limited capacity and all activities will be first-come-first

Wed 22 JulMuseum of Croydon(3.5mi)

via Museum of CroydonLocal gem

Community

Flood Adjuster Specialized Training (FAST) - Jul 2026

Crawford’s 8-hour Flood Adjuster Specialized Training (FAST) webinar is designed to get currently active and veteran flood adjusters up to speed on current requirements and trends from FEMA’s Nation Flood Insurance program (NFIP). The FAST course is offered entirely online and encompasses a broad scope of flood claim topics both technical and insightful including estimating standards, operational guidance, and standard processes.

Wed 22 JulCrawford(3.6mi)

via CrawfordLocal gem

Community

Flood Adjuster Specialized Training (FAST) - Jul 2026 (opens in new window)

Crawford’s 8-hour Flood Adjuster Specialized Training (FAST) webinar is designed to get new and veteran flood adjusters up to speed on current requirements and trends from FEMA’s Nation Flood Insurance program (NFIP). The FAST course is offered entirely online and encompasses a broad scope of flood claim topics both technical and insightful including discussions on the NFIP Claims Manual, estimating standards, operational guidance, and standard processes.

Wed 22 JulCrawford(3.6mi)

via CrawfordLocal gem

Community

Astrid Sonne and Liana Zhen-Ai

Found this on CLUB CHEEK's radar. Astrid Sonne and Liana Zhen-Ai — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 22 JulCLUB CHEEK(4.2mi)

via CLUB CHEEKLocal gem

Community

Power Up

Found this on Ecsdac's radar. Power Up — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 22 JulEcsdac(4.5mi)

via EcsdacCurated

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Venues with events near Penge

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Christ Church1.5 miles away Stitches & Seams1.8 miles away Woodside Baptist Church1.8 miles away

More about Penge

Greater London, England

Penge sits just north of Croydon with a quiet charm that feels miles away from the city centre rush. The Penge Library has been hosting story sessions and drop-in craft groups for years without missing a beat. It is a proper place to sit down and see what your neighbours are up to this week. Local pubs pop up around the corner offering quiz nights and live music that keeps things lively on a Tuesday. There is usually a community event within walking distance so you do not need to travel far for entertainment. Near Here makes sure you know exactly where to go before the weekend arrives.

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