Hello,

Happy July, this month is a big one for Nozza, we have some staple classic events happening, it’s one of my favourites months for the city. If you’ve been a subscriber for a while you might know that in July I often do a specific curated email about whats happening and where for the Norwich Lanes Fayre. I haven’t done that this year, what I have done is a short sprinkle of events in this newsletter, so if you’re reading this and wondering why there’s tonnes of things happening on the 12th - now you know!

Last month I spoke to you guys about launching our Community Grant Applications, these are due to be announced this month which means you will be hearing from me more than once, sorry! - I very rarely chat to you outside of this newsletter but you’ll be hearing from me later in the month with all the details and information. The Community Grant Fund has been supported and funded by our members in The Neighbourhood. They commit £3.50 a month and get tonnes of perks and insider info about our next steps, I’m going to be writing to them next Wednesday with all of the goss and secrets. They’re also the group who will be deciding where the first grant will be awarded to….exciting! I’m still looking for a few more members to join The Neighbourhood to help the community grant to continue to expand. Please think about joining, I’d love to see you there!

As always, pass this newsletter on to your pals, head out into the streets & support our locals. Best, Al x

So, here goes, the top line note is that the Norwich Lanes Fayre is happening, on Sunday 12 July. In my opinion one of the best days in the calendar! Below are just a couple of the events happening as part of the day…

¶ Norwich Lanes Record Fair | 12 July

I Dream of Records and Looktwice are teaming up to host a pop-up record fair, it’ll be happening upstairs above the Looktwice Shop from 11-5pm. Entry is free and of course live DJ’s will be playing throughout the day.

¶ Aesthetic Laundry Pop-up at Moss | 12 July

A double dose of news for this one, firstly Moss, the hairdressers have moved to a beautiful new space on St Benedicts Street and for the Lanes Fayre they’re going to be hosting a pop-up shop with Aesthetic Laundry. 11-5pm.

¶ Summer Fayre Afters | 12 July 8-Late

Looking for somewhere to head after the fayre? Birch are hosting the official? unofficial? afters. They’ll be serving up music, drinks and will be opening their courtyard for good measure. More deets in the link above.

- and back to regular programming -

¶ Lord Mayors Weekend | 10-12 July

I told you it was all happening this month. Another annual event returns to the calendar. Across three days the city centre will come alive with a myriad of events. A highlight is always the procession (Sat 11). And Sunday brings the infamous Great Norwich Duck Race. But that’s not all, view the full lineup in the link above!

¶ The Artichoke Gardeners Club | 18 July

The Artichoke are hosting a gardeners club, a perfect opportunity to chat to fellow green fingered friends, share knowledge, seeds or spare materials. Happening from 12 - 2pm with more details in the link above.

¶ Cat Life Drawing Event | 26 July

Now, last month you guys loved the goose workshop so, in a similar vein I present to you a Cat Life Drawing event. Hosted by Draw Some Paws at Dead Wax from 3-5pm on 26 July. Head to the link above for details and ticket info.

¶ Black Shuck Festival | 31 July

Please forgive me as the next event isn’t strictly Nozza, but it’s something worth shouting about. Black Shuck Festival in Bungay is back again from 31 July - 2nd August. It’s a festival celebrating folklore, imagination and storytelling in it’s many forms. And is soooo great.

¶ Look At Us Now! | 27 - 29 July

Look At Us Now! A free exhibition at The Forum celebrating disabled individuals within the creative industries. You can expect to find photographic campaigns, visual aid props, project documentation and written campaign stories. All and more information in the link above.

¶ Plantation Gardens, Sunday Afternoon Sessions | 21 June - 13 September

Guys, this sounds so civilised and lovely. The Plantation Gardens are hosting tea and music events on Sunday Afternoons from June though to September. Expect home baked cake’s on sale and live music from 2-4pm. More info and details in the link above.

¶ Nrdflk | Open

I wrote about this being on the horizon a couple of newsletters back, but, Nrdflk is now officially open. They’re a mix between a store, lounge and hairdressers. Have a look on their socials or swing by for a coffee.

¶ Pilates East | Expanding

Something we love to see! Pilates East have announce they are expanding, how exciting. They will be opening a second space right where they’re based in Labour in Vain Yard, which now means two whole floors of Pilates. Click through the link above to find out all the goss.

¶ OUTPOST Residency | Applications

OUTPOST have just announced their new residency offer is open for applications. They’re offering a 10-month funded residency for two OUTPOST members operating from St. Saviours Yard, the residency will conclude in a solo exhibition. Artists, go for it. All details in the link above.

¶ Anteros Arts | Last Minute Availability

I saw this on socials recently, Anteros Arts have a last minute availability in their Front Room Gallery from 10-16 Aug. Perfect for a pop-up shop / exhibition space. If you’re interested all info as always in the link above

¶ Fierce Babe Market | Applications

Local market Fierce Babe have once again opened their applications for their Winter/Christmas markets. They will be heading to The Shoe Factory on multiple dates in October & November and are on the hunt for independent makers, artists, designers and thoughtfully curated stores.

¶ Fuego | Last Weekend

Big News, if you haven’t made it to Fuego at The Stanley, this weekend is your last chance. They’ve just published their last menu, so be sure to book a space to bid a fond farewell. They’re open Fri through to Sunday and as the post says - be there or be square.

¶ Mouneh Kitchen | Opening

Modern, Palestinian home cooking is making its way to Norwich. Named Mouneh Kitchen, serving moreish rice dishes, seasonal salads and fresh juices from St Saviours Yard. Head to their socials in the link above to find out opening dates / times.

¶ Pips Dinner | July Menu

Pip’s on St Augstines’s Street have just announced their July menu and in their own words it’s picky bits gone mad. Serving for the next three weekends, make sure to book your spot. (Just having a read of the menu whilst writing this and their peach and watermelon summer pudding sounds insane).

¶ Parmageddon The Bodega vs Isaacs | 24 July

Now, I’ve never seen a foodie event like this but Edd (The Bodega) and Isaac are going head to head in an evening of slinging Parms at The Artichoke. And reader, you will get to vote who wins the crown for ‘Prince of The Parm.’ Make sure you’re following both on socials to keep an eye on the pre-order link - it’s obviously going to sell out super quick.

¶ Bjorns Wines | Wine Lounge/Archive

Something interesting I’ve seen pop-up on socials - Bjorns Wines. There’s nothing in stone yet but it’s due to be a future wine lounge, built around old-world wine, Mediterranean hospitality and an archive museum of wine. They’re currently documenting the journey from the first bottle to the day the doors open. Follow along in the link above.

¶ Kerry Curl | Photographer

Twice selected for the British Journal of Photography’s Portrait of Britain, Kerry is such an interesting and experimental photographer. Often working with vintage materials, ideas of nostalgia and creating work that acknowledges history but still speaks of the now. Suuuper fun and beautifully nostalgic.

¶ Roisin O’Donnell | Illustrator

You might have seen their work adorning the windows of The Clubhouse recently but Roisin’s illustrations are so beautiful and playful.