Lee Shostak will present his provisional conclusions from his book on the development of Milton Keynes. John Walker and David Lock will then offer their observations. Lee moved to Stony Stratford in 1972 to write a history of the city’s early years. As actual construction had barely started, He placed the book on hold and […]
On November 11th people will gather at war memorials all over the world to remember the millions who lost their lives in the First World War, as well as all the wars that followed. Remembrance Day grew out of commemorating Armistice Day in 1918, when the guns finally fell silent at the 11th hour of […]
Discover 'The Women who made Milton Keynes' in a new exhibition at the Central Library Exhibition Space. Created by the local branch of the Fawcett Society, the exhibition celebrates ten of the key women who helped create MK’s unique identity and many of its landmarks. Gill Kirkup, one of the organisers, says “We hope that […]
Start the Art is a weekly session for children to get into art and enjoy the experiences of painting, drawing, mark-making and more. These interactive sessions, hosted by a group of friendly artists, run every Tuesday morning in MK Gallery's event space. Booking is essential via Eventbrite. Please book one child ticket for each child attending.
Free 30-minute consultations to help you with research into your family history. Sessions need to be booked in advance by phoning 01908 254051. Held at Central Library between 4.15pm and 7.30pm.
There will be a meeting of the Town Council's Planning Committee on Wednesday 22nd November. The meeting will be held in the Grafton A room on the 4rd floor, Margaret Powell House, 413 Midsummer Boulevard. Members of the public are welcome and will be given an opportunity at the beginning of the meeting to make […]
As Milton Keynes’ 50th anniversary year draws to a close, the members and friends of the Open University Choir have commissioned a new piece to commemorate the occasion. The piece, which includes lyrics about the city, its history, design and culture, is described as having “potential to engage, stimulate or challenge anyone who knows Milton Keynes.” The new piece will be performed […]
Learn about another planned city, the Brazilian capital designed for 500,000 people but now home to 2.5 million. Talk starts at 7pm at MK Gallery. Free admission.
This winter season, the MK Gallery Project Space will once again be transformed into Festive Market 2017, selling art, craft and merchandise from local makers and artists. A range of work from a wide variety of artists and craftspeople will be on sale including homeware, bath and beauty products, festive food, greetings cards, prints, painting, textiles, […]
Kids Run Free create fun, sustainable running opportunities for toddlers to teens, igniting their passion for sport and physical activity and allowing them to become healthier, happier more confident children. They meet every first and third Saturday of each month at Chain Reaction, Campbell Park, Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes - come along at 8.45am for […]
There will be a meeting of the Council at 6pm at Centrecom Meeting Place. Members of the public are welcome and will be given an opportunity at the beginning of the meeting to make statements on issues on the agenda or other matters relating to the parish of Central Milton Keynes. The agenda is available […]
Artists Boyd and Evans talk about the role of trees in their work. 'In this year of the 50th anniversary celebration of the birth of the city in a forest, our attention has been turned to the subject of trees. In this talk we look at their role in our work, from the beginning, which […]
