To keep and expand Chinese culture and traditions, to mingle into the British culture and local society. Run workshops and activities such as Tai Chi. Has held Chinese New Year celebrations since 2011. hastingsvoluntaryaction.org.uk
Month: November 2016
2009: Hastings Online Times launched
An independent magazine for news, views and features about Hastings and St Leonards and includes probably the most comprehensive events guide in town. Run by volunteers. www.hastingsonlinetimes.co.uk
2009: Bohemia Walled Garden Association formed
To bring the Victorian Walled Garden in Summerfields back into active use for horticulture and associated educational and cultural activities. A missing section of wall was reconstructed in 2018. bohemiawga.org.uk
2005: De La Warr Pavilion re-opened
Re-opened to public after extensive refurbishment. www.dlwp.com/about/history
2004: Hastings and St Leonards Seniors’ Forum formed
Membership open to all Seniors (age over 50 years) who are resident or active in Hastings & St Leonards regardless of race religion sex or politics. www.hssf.org.uk
2002: Hastings Creatives set up
An online forum for the creative industries, initially called the Hastings Creative Media Community, grew from 5 members to 780 by 2018 when it was rebranded. www.hastingscreatives.co.uk/
2002: Gensing and Central St Leonards Forum
To improve the area by bringing together residents with representatives of the local authorities, housing associations and service providers, both statutory and voluntary.
1995: Hastings Borough Bonfire Society revitalised
Volunteers who work throughout the year to raise the money needed to organise the annual October Hastings Bonfire spectacular on the beach. www.hbbs.info
1994: Hastings and Rother Citizens Advice formed
Independent charity offering residents information and advice on pressing issues they face. Later re-named Citizens Advice 1066. citizensadvice1066.co.uk
1994: Xtrax opens
An independent, registered charity working for young people aged 16-24 in Hastings & Rother. Provides a safe space where young people can get help and support from non-judgemental staff and volunteers, no matter what issues are affecting them. xtrax.org