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Planning applications for the whole borough can be viewed online.
Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) talk
 Presented by Sarah Nathaniel, CWGC Public Engagement Co-ordinator (South East) at Hastings Museum & Art Gallery, this talk will be about the history of the CWGC and its work today.
The presentation will start with details about how the commission began, its work during the First and Second World wars and its work today in maintaining and preserving our historic estate around the world. The presentation will also focus on the war graves in the local area and tell the stories of some of those we commemorate.
Tickets cost £5 and should be booked in advance for the talk on Saturday 2 September, 3pm to 5pm.
Free family activity day
 Join Active Hastings at Broomgrove Community Centre on Sunday 20 August, 12 noon to 3pm, for free, fun activities for the whole family!
Activities include Muay Thai, superhero sumo suits, smoothie bike, archery, badminton, arts and crafts, cooking demonstrations, bike repairs, fossil fun and local history displays.
Free drinks and snacks also provided. No need to book, just turn up. A registration form will need to be completed, this can be completed on the door or in advance using our online registration form.
Final call for Order of 1066 nominations
 Next Friday is the deadline for nominations for this year's Order of 1066 Award. If you know someone who has given exceptional service to the town and its residents in a voluntary capacity, why not nominate them?
Find out more and complete the nomination form online.
Playing the Race Card seeks art for new exhibition
 Image © Anita by Dorcas Magbadelo
Playing the Race Card is thrilled to announce a new exhibition at Hastings Museum and Art Gallery exploring the theme of Black Joy. Running from 3 May to 25 August 2024.
They are now inviting artists who identify as Black and are based in East Sussex, West Sussex or Kent to be part of this exhibition by submitting art responding to the theme Black Joy - what it means and how it looks and feels to you.
For more information and to submit your artwork, please visit their website. The deadline for submissions is 29 September 2023.
Adult learning drop in
Join Hastings Voluntary Action and the East Sussex College Group on Thursday 24 August, 10.30am to 12noon, at Central Hall, Hastings, for a chance to find out about the range of adult learning opportunities available in Hastings.
Whether you fancy trying Tai Chi or creative writing, or are interested in learning about healthy eating, mindfulness, origami, meditation or need to brush up on IT skills – there is something for everyone and it's all free!
Stay safe at the coast
 If you’re going to the beach this summer, remember:
- choose a lifeguarded beach and swim between the red and yellow flags;
- check the weather and tide times before you go;
- if you get caught in a rip current, don’t swim against it – instead, relax and float until you are free from the rip, then swim to safety;
- if you find yourself in danger in the water, relax and float;
- if you see someone else in trouble at the coast, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.
You can find more advice and safety tips on the RNLI website.
Queer History Tours to celebrate Hastings Pride
 Join the Queer History Collective on Saturday 19 August as they bring back their popular museum tours, exclusively for Hastings Pride 2023.
Showcasing objects selected by the Collective, this captivating guided tour invites you to discover a fascinating array of LGBTQIA+ histories in the museum collection.
Tours are free and will be offered at the following times:
- 11am to 11.30am
- 11.30am to 12 noon
- 12 noon to 12.30pm
- 12.30pm to 1pm.
Tickets must be booked online.
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