There’s a variety of events and community groups to keep you entertained – a great way to get to know local people! Take a look at our village-wide events calendar to find out what’s happening in Thurston.
Sunday 4th May - Sunday 21st December, 2025 7:00pm
Board gaming every Sunday evening from 7pm.
Sunday 5th October 2025 10:30am — 2:30pm
The perfect way to keep your children entertained until it's time for Sunday lunch.
Monday 6th October 2025 10:00am
Blackbourne U3A is part of a UK-wide movement which brings together people who are no longer in full-time employment to meet and make new friends, develop their interests and pass their expertise on to others in a friendly and informal environment.
Monday 6th October 2025 10:30am — 12:00pm
Early years movement classes. Ideal for toddlers and their grown-ups!
Monday 6th October 2025 11:00am — 12:00pm
Suffolk and North East Essex Integrated Care Board are offering a free mindfulness program with The Mindful Life Group CIC.
Monday 6th October 2025 7:00pm — 8:00pm
Friendly, just-for-fun choir, looking for new members.
Tuesday 7th October 2025 3:15pm — 5:45pm
Waiting to be picked up after the school day has ended? Need somewhere to hang out to chat to your friends? Come along to the public library from 3.15pm - 5.45pm where you can chill out, use the wi-fi, catch up on homework or just have a chat. We ask you to sign in on arrival and out as you leave. Tea/squash and biscuits provided.
Tuesday 7th October 2025 4:30pm — 5:30pm
Fun & creative sewing classes for children ages 5 -10 years.
Tuesday 7th October 2025 7:00pm — 9:00pm
A supportive, friendly community where new and established writers can explore their creativity. Join us monthly for reciprocal feedback, encouragement and support for your writing!
Wednesday 8th October 2025 10:15am — 10:45am
Songs and nursery rhymes. Bring along your babies and pre-schoolers for songs and nursery rhymes in the Junior Library. Booking required.