Folkestone’s unofficial guide to what’s going on.
Venue
The Folkestone Bookshop, 70-72 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Independent bookshop.
The Folkestone Bookshop, 70-72 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Make your own badges in a drop-in craft workshop hosted by Stephen. Materials will be provided, including old books and other craft supplies for creating designs from scratch. Pay what you can, with a suggested donation of £1 per badge.
The Folkestone Bookshop, 70-72 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Free weekly story time for children and their adults at The Folkestone Bookshop. Held every Thursday at 11:30, the sessions are designed to be flexible and relaxed, with inclusive books and a welcoming approach to noise, spills, enthusiasm and big feelings. Especially fun for children under 5, with coffee available too. Hosted by authors and special guests. No booking needed—just turn up.
The Folkestone Bookshop, 70-72 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Launch party for the first issue of Rewilding Journal, an independent publication focused on art and writing. Attendees can drop in, celebrate the launch, and pick up a copy of the debut issue.
The Folkestone Bookshop, 70-72 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Book club discussion of Universality by Natasha Brown with two meeting options for readers who want to join the conversation. Advance booking is required. Some tickets include a copy of the book, which must be collected from the shop.
The Folkestone Bookshop, 70-72 Tontine Street, Folkestone
Beginner-friendly drag workshops hosted by Folkestone drag king Hugh Mann. Open to newcomers and all experience levels, with sessions focused on building drag skills and meeting queer friends.