After Hours Live with Rachel-Yvonne

Rachel-Yvonne, a member of the recent X-Factor group Melody Stone, graced the After Hours Live stage on Friday accompanied by her very able guitarist Phil. She sang a mixture of covers ranging from Whitney Houston to Bob Marley with a bit of Bruno Mars and Rhianna in between. Interlaced between the songs were stories of Rachel's recent X-Factor experiences as well as the journey of her life. Some of the songs were given a special twist where one or two lyrics had been altered to give them the After Hours Live 'twist of faith'. Rachel spoke about her faith in Jesus and how we should be seeking to find our identity in him, not in other things.

A good number of people braved the weather and dodged the fireworks to attend. This After Hours Live was the first time we had teamed-up with another local organisation. This month we joined forces with Wisbech Churches Together in order to raise funds for those caught up in the refugee crisis in Europe. Thanks to the generous giving of the audience we raised a total of £80.60 which will be given to Christian Aid. Thank you to all who gave.

On Friday 4 December we welcome Jon Kendall who will be getting us in the festive mood as well as playing some of his favourite songs. Please visit the After Hours Live website for more information.

Don't Miss These Wisbech Rose Fair 2014 Events!

An Evening With Henry Olonga

 

Retired international test cricketer, henry Olonga will be paying a special visit to Wisbech on Friday 4th July 2014 at the Queen Mary Centre. He will be appearing as the 'After Hours Live' special guest and will be telling stories about his cricketing career and life as well as singing some amazing songs with his superb tenor voice. He will also be answering some questions from the audience as well as signing autographs.

 

Octavia's Cafe will be on hand to provide refreshments and delicious cakes. The evening will be relaxed, seated around tables in an informal 'cafe-style' atmosphere. Henry's book and CD will also be on sale at the event.

 

Entry is free, but come early to get a good seat! Doors open at 7pm with the event starting at 7:30pm.

 

Visit the Gift Box in the Market Place

 

Saturday 5th July 2014 is the Wisbech Rose Fair parade day. Come along to Wisbech Market Place and visit our 'Gift Box'. These boxes were used in London during the 2012 Olympic Games and there are also some currently being used at the World Cup in Rio right now!

 

They are sure to draw a crowd and create interest - so don't miss out! The boxes contain a serious message that is well worth thinking about as it impacts our community in Wisbech as well as other Fenland towns.

 

We would love to have a converstaion with you as well as show you how you can help.

The Gift Box will be up in Wisbech Market Place until 4pm on Saturday. First parade starts at 11am.



Carol Service

 

On Friday The Ferry Project, The King's Church Wisbech and After Hours Live joined forces to host a fabulously festive carol service. It was originally planned to be an outdoors event, singing carols under the stars, however as the rain was bucketing down the venue was changed to indoors and once again the beautiful Octavia's Cafe was used.

 

With over 60 people in attendance, the musicians did a fine job playing some Christmas favourites such as 'In The Bleak Midwinter', 'Silent Night' and 'Hark The Herald Angels Sing'. There were some special guests and some surprises too. A couple of extremely talented pupils from the Thomas Clarkson Academy sung some solos, Verity McChlery and Greg Smith sung a lovely duet and the Ferry Project surprised everyone with their choir!

 

Tasty nibbles and christmas treats were available and enjoyed by all.

 

Thanks to everyone who participated and to those who came along to enjoy the evening with us. A very special thank you to the Ferry Project for their hard work and fantastic venue.

 

Have a very merry Christmas!