The Exchange

24/10/2026

Have you heard about our upcoming Black History Month events? 🖤

Head to your calendar and mark Thursday, 29th October, for a poetry open mic night, and Friday, 30th October, for entertainment, Afro-Caribbean food, and more.

Here’s some more info…

🎤 Poetry Open Mic night will be hosted and curated by Florence Chukwuonye. We will be celebrating Black voices, heritage, identity and culture through poetry, spoken word, storytelling and creative expression. This gathering will bring together poets, writers, spoken-word artists and lovers of literature to share powerful words, personal stories and perspectives that deserve to be heard.

This is a FREE drop-in event, as part of our Loved & Wanted programme.

⏰ 6 - 8 pm | Thursday 29th October.

🫶 The Black History Celebration Honouring Bexley Community is another free event for the whole family.

Join us to celebrate Black History culture, stories and contributions that make our community in Bexley so special. Expect live performances, music, fun entertainment, Afro-Caribbean food & drink, and more.

Please register your interest on our website!

⏰ 2 - 5 pm | Friday 30th October.

22/10/2026

Today is 'Leave a Review Day' ⭐

Here's a lovely review we've received recently from Dianne. If you're able to spare a few minutes today, would you mind heading over to Google and leaving one for us too? 🫶

We're grateful to be a part of such a wonderful community. 🥰

21/10/2026

Have you paid us a visit recently? 🌿

If so, you may have noticed the front of the building has had a little glow up.

Our Head Gardener Selina, and our wonderful team of volunteers have been working hard planting, to create another beautiful green space on Walnut Tree Road. 🍃

Paired with the new seating to the front of the building, you can even take a pew while you view!

Let us know if you've had a look.

20/10/2026

This week at The Exchange 👀

🫶 Become a TEX Volunteer
Learn all about joining one of our workshops or helping out at The Exchange.
Thursday 22nd October | 3 - 4 pm | FREE | BOOKING REQUIRED.

🎲 Board Games Club
Fancy socialising over a game of cards, chess or something else? We have a wide selection of games for you to choose from.
Thursday 22nd October | 6 - 8 pm. FREE DROP-IN.

🧶 Crafters Club
Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or weaving, join to connect with other like-minded creatives.
Thursday 22nd October | 6 - 8 pm. FREE DROP-IN.

😌 Shibashi with Kathy
Each session will include a warm-up, various Qigong exercises, and either set 1 or set 2 Shibashi.
Thursday 22nd October | 7 - 8 pm. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🧘 Evening Yoga
Discover your inner strength and serenity with Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. Please email [email protected] to book your space.
Thursday 22nd October | 7.30 -8.30 pm. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🩰 Ballet with Viv’Art Movement
Viv’Art Movement Academy brings beautiful, joyful ballet classes led by warm, experienced teachers.
Friday 23rd October | 10 am - 12 pm. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🧘 Morning Yoga
This welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.
Saturday 24th October | 10 - 11 am. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🥰 The Mulberry Circle
A welcoming, monthly gathering designed for women to pause, breathe and reconnect.
Saturday 24th October | 11 am - 12.30 pm | FREE. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🏛️ Memories of Erith
Join Archives Officer Penny Duggan for ‘Memories of Erith’, a reminiscence-style interactive session talking about what Erith means to us.
Saturday 24th October | 11 am - 12.30 pm | FREE DROP-IN.

✂️ Make Your Own Keychain
Master the fundamental knots to craft your own spooktacular Halloween keychain!
Saturday 24th October | 11 am - 1 pm | FREE DROP-IN.

🍁 Make an Autumn Wind Chime
Create a seasonal hanging decoration inspired by the colours, textures and sounds of our garden.
Saturday 24th October | 11.30 am - 1.30 pm | £12 BOOKING REQUIRED.

Visit our website to find out more.
https://www.theexchangeerith.com/whatson

16/10/2026

Make an Autumn Wind Chime 🍁

Create a seasonal hanging decoration inspired by the colours, textures and sounds of autumn in The Exchange’s beautiful garden. 🍂

Using natural materials like shells, dried flowers, feathers, and wood, participants will use simple hand tools to assemble different elements into a unique wind chime to take home.

This hands-on workshop is a chance to slow down, get creative and connect with the natural materials found around us.

This workshop - designed and delivered by Alice Ridgway - is a relaxed and creative way to celebrate the changing season and bring a little piece of the garden home.

Suitable for all ages; however, a parent or carer must stay with children under 12 for the whole session. No experience is needed.

🗓️ Saturday 24th October | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm | £12

https://www.theexchangeerith.com/ticket-booking/p/autumn-wind-chimes-2410

14/10/2026

🪸 3D Coral Reef Embroidery Workshop

Join Mandy and create a stunning underwater 3D textile art piece.

Whether you’re completely new to embroidery or already love to stitch, Mandy will gently guide you step by step through a range of raised embroidery techniques in a relaxed and supportive workshop. You’ll learn how to create texture, depth and movement as you stitch a vibrant underwater coral reef.

All materials are included, and you’ll receive everything you need to continue and finish your project at home at your own pace.

Come solo or with friends and learn new skills, meet fellow makers and enjoy a few hours of mindful creativity while making something truly unique. Suitable for beginners and experienced stitchers alike.

🗓️ Saturday 17th October | 10.30 am - 1.30 pm.

£40 | Booking essential!

https://www.theexchangeerith.com/whats-on/3d-coral-reef-embroidery-workshop

3D Coral Reef Embroidery Workshop | Create a Stunning Underwater 3D Textile Art Piece Looking for a creative escape and a chance to try something truly different? Join Mandy   and step into the magical world of 3D embroidery, where thread and fabric come alive in st

12/10/2026

This week at The Exchange 👀

❤️ Women and Girls’ Health Drop-in
Come along to this free Women & Girls’ Health Hub drop-in session, run by Volunteer Centre Bexley, where you can get advice, information and support.
Thursday 15th October | 5 - 7 pm.

🎲 Board Games Club
Fancy socialising over a game of cards, chess or something else? We have a wide selection of games for you to choose from.
Thursday 15th October | 6 - 8 pm. FREE DROP-IN.

🧶 Crafters Club
Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or weaving, join a welcoming community to craft and connect with other like-minded creatives.
Thursday 15th October | 6 - 8 pm. FREE DROP-IN.

😌 Shibashi with Kathy
Each session will include a warm-up, various Qigong exercises, and either set 1 or set 2 Shibashi.
Thursday 15th October | 7 - 8 pm. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🧘 Evening Yoga
Discover your inner strength and serenity with Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. Please email [email protected] to book your space.
Thursday 15th October | 7.30 -8.30 pm. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🩰 Ballet with Viv’Art Movement
Viv’Art Movement Academy brings beautiful, joyful ballet classes led by warm, experienced teachers.
Friday 16th October | 10 am - 12 pm. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🫶 Make & Wonder
A monthly creative programme for home educating families.
Friday 16th October | 10.30 am - 12.30 pm. £8. BOOKING REQUIRED.

💎 Jewellery Making
Discover the joy of designing and beading your very own custom jewellery.
Friday 16th October | 11 am - 1 pm. FREE DROP-IN.

🤝 Men’s Circle
A supportive, monthly group hosted by Lau from Mentoring Advocacy Network CIC.
Saturday 17th October | 9 - 10.30 am. FREE.

🧘 Morning Yoga
This welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.
Saturday 17th October | 10 - 11 am. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🪡 3D Coral Reef Embroidery Workshop
Step into the magical world of 3D embroidery, where thread and fabric come alive.
Saturday 17th October | 10.30 am - 1.30 pm. £40. BOOKING REQUIRED.

Check out our website for booking info and more.
https://www.theexchangeerith.com/whatson

09/10/2026

Arnold Circus Autumn Plant Fair! 🪴

We’re proud to be selling The Exchange’s very own volunteer-propagated and homegrown plants at the Arnold Circus Autumn Plant Fair.

Autumn is the best time to be planting. The earth is still warm, and there’s moisture in the air.

Alongside the best plant nurseries in the country, including Great Dixter, Beth Chatto and Hardy's Plants, Selina and the team will be selling stock in the historic Arnold Circus garden just for one day.

Specialist nurseries include Moore & Moore and Long Acre for shade plants, Zophian Plants and Coastal succulents for drought-tolerant planting, Edimental Nursery, Kent Wild Flower Seeds and Leahurst.

There will also be cakes from the excellent bakers at Leila's cafe on Calvert Avenue!

Reserve a free spot through our website.

🗓️ Sunday, 11th October | 10:30 am - 3.30 pm | Arnold Circus London

06/10/2026

Discover, Create, Archive: A Creative Print Workshop 🧑‍🏫

Uncover the hidden history of our local community building in this unique, hands-on workshop with Lauren from Make & Wonder.

We will begin with an exclusive tour of the building and an exhibition of archive photographs from its days as a public library and the more recent restoration project. Drawing inspiration from the architecture and stories around us, you will collect ideas, sketches, and textures. You will then bring these memories to life using monoprinting and collage techniques, collating your prints into a beautiful handmade mini-book of your very own personal archive of collected ideas.

No experience required. All materials are provided. Come solo or with friends and celebrate local history through creativity!

Recommended for ages 16+

This event is part of Art History Festival 2026 organised by the Association for Art History.

🗓️ Saturday 10th October. 10.30 am - 1.30. pm. FREE. Booking required.

https://www.theexchangeerith.com/whats-on/ahf-discover-create-archive-1010

05/10/2026

This week at The Exchange 👀

🧶 Crafters Club
Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or weaving, join a welcoming community to craft and connect with other like-minded creatives.
Thursday 8th October | 6 - 8 pm. FREE DROP-IN.

🎲 Board Games Club
Fancy socialising over a game of cards, chess or something else? We have a wide selection of games for you to choose from.
Thursday 8th October | 6 - 8 pm. FREE DROP-IN.

😌 Shibashi with Kathy
Each session will include a warm-up, various Qigong exercises, and either set 1 or set 2 Shibashi.
Thursday 8th October | 7 - 8 pm. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🧘 Evening Yoga
Discover your inner strength and serenity with Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. Please email [email protected] to book your space.
Thursday 8th October | 7.30 -8.30 pm. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🩰 Ballet with Viv’Art Movement
Viv’Art Movement Academy brings beautiful, joyful ballet classes led by warm, experienced teachers.
Friday 9th October | 10 am - 12 pm. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🧘 Morning Yoga
This welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.
Saturday 10th October | 10 - 11 am. BOOKING REQUIRED.

👀 Discover, Create, Archive
An exclusive tour of the building and an exhibition of archive photographs from its days as a public library and the more recent restoration project.
Saturday 10th October | 10.30 am - 1.30 pm. FREE. BOOKING REQUIRED.

🤲 Traditional Pottery Techniques
Designed for teens of all skill levels, this session explores foundational hand-building techniques such as pinching and coiling used by potters for thousands of years before the invention of the wheel.
Saturday 10th October | 10.30 am - 12.30 pm. FREE. BOOKING REQUIRED.

✂️ Craft Kit Rescue Club
Bring along your craft kit, and enjoy a relaxed, friendly session where you can make a start alongside other creative people.
Saturday 10th October | 11 am - 1 pm. FREE. BOOKING REQUIRED.

Visit our website to find out more.
https://www.theexchangeerith.com/whatson