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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240617T193000
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UID:10014890-1718652600-1718659800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Dads Underground Army - Speaker: Bill King
DESCRIPTION:This talk tells the story and explains the development\, organisation and activities of a secret and clandestine organisation which would have come into action if the enemy had invaded Britain in World War II.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/dads-underground-army-speaker-bill-king
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T213000
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CREATED:20240318T093839Z
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UID:10011839-1716233400-1716240600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Abingdon Branch of Berkshire FHS 'The Story of John Phillips\, an RAF WWII Volunteer' a talk by Diane Coates
DESCRIPTION:This talk illustrates how information found in local archives and historical societies combined with the conversations with contemporaries pieced together the life of John Phillips who volunteered for the RAF at the age of 19.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/abingdon-branch-of-berkshire-fhs-the-story-of-john-phillips-an-raf-wwii-volunteer-a-talk-by-diane-coates
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240520T213000
DTSTAMP:20240313T163010Z
CREATED:20240313T163010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T163010Z
UID:10014891-1716233400-1716240600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:The Story of a WWII RAF Volunteer John Phillips by Diane Coates
DESCRIPTION:Our speaker will illustrate how information found in local archives\, historical societies and through talking with contemporaries pieced together this young mans life.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/the-story-of-a-wwii-raf-volunteer-john-phillips-by-diane-coates
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240415T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240415T213000
DTSTAMP:20240318T094308Z
CREATED:20240318T094308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T094308Z
UID:10011841-1713209400-1713216600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Abingdon Branch of Berkshire FHS – Family History Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Bookable 1-2-1 session for some advice if you need some help or advice with your family history research.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/abingdon-branch-of-berkshire-fhs-family-history-clinic
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T170000
DTSTAMP:20240313T163044Z
CREATED:20240313T163044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T163044Z
UID:10014892-1710316800-1710349200@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Berkshire FHS Abingdon Branch Family History FREE Advice Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Do you need some help and advice with your family history research? \nBook a 1-to-1 session with one of our advisors via our Events page on berksfhs.org or sending an email to abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk or calling 07590 901315. Places are limited.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/berkshire-fhs-abingdon-branch-family-history-free-advice-clinic
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231104T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231104T200000
DTSTAMP:20230926T085546Z
CREATED:20230926T085546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T085546Z
UID:10011692-1699120800-1699128000@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:2nd Abingdon Scouts Firework Display & BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting evening of fun\, food and fireworks in Abingdon\, and support your local Scout group! Bring the family along for a wonderful evening at Long Furlong Community Centre in North Abingdon. Tuck in to a tasty BBQ\, warm up with a hot drink\, and enjoy a spectacular fireworks display. Free parking at Tilsley Park.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/2nd-abingdon-scouts-firework-display-bbq
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="2nd Abingdon Scout Group":MAILTO:chairman.2ndabingdonscoutgroup@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230330T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230330T170000
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CREATED:20230330T143028Z
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UID:10011528-1680163200-1680195600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Coffee\, cake and chat at Abingdon branch of Berkshire Family History Society
DESCRIPTION:A chance to meet your local family history group and join in the friendly informal chat.  Wherever your ancestors came from\, we can help. \nThis meeting is suitable for all experiences. \nRefreshments available
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/coffee-cake-and-chat-at-abingdon-branch-of-berkshire-family-history-society
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230320T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230320T213000
DTSTAMP:20221128T161039Z
CREATED:20221128T161039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T161039Z
UID:10011430-1679340600-1679347800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Abingdon Branch of Berkshire FHS: 'Royal Women'
DESCRIPTION:The Abingdon branch of Berkshire Family History Society welcome Catherine Sampson to deliver her talk ‘Royal Women’: Catherine of Aragon\, Anne of Cleeves and Lady Katherine Knollys.  This talk will explore the lives of these three women. Two well known\, one less so. \nAll survived the potentially life-threatening difficulties they faced by largely utilising strategies learnt during their own childhoods. \nTheir Berkshire connections will also be explored which\, in one case\, includes a brief sojourn at Abingdon Abbey. \nNon members are welcome at our meetings: £5 \nDoors open at 7.15 pm
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/abingdon-branch-of-berkshire-fhs-royal-women
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230220T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230220T213000
DTSTAMP:20221128T161039Z
CREATED:20221128T161039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T161039Z
UID:10011429-1676921400-1676928600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Abingdon Branch of Berkshire FHS : Branch Meeting
DESCRIPTION:At our February Branch Meeting we welcome attendees to talk informally and seek advice about their family history research\, to help break down a brick wall or share a eureka moment. \nWhy not come along and meet your local family history group and join in the friendly informal chat. \nWherever your ancestors came from\, we can help. \nNon members are welcome at our meetings £5 per person.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/abingdon-branch-of-berkshire-fhs-branch-meeting
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230116T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230116T213000
DTSTAMP:20221128T161039Z
CREATED:20221128T161039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T161039Z
UID:10011428-1673897400-1673904600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Abingdon Branch of Berkshire Family History Society 'Lest We Forget' : A First World War talk
DESCRIPTION:The Abingdon Branch of Berkshire Family History Society are delighted to welcome Brian Denton to give his talk ‘Lest We Forget’\, First World War Mystery leads to an unforeseen coincidence.  Brian will relate the stories of two family members who died in the First World War\, and show how he used WW1 records and regimental diaries to solve the mystery and uncover the unforeseen circumstance. \nNon Members are welcome at our meetings £5 per person
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/abingdon-branch-of-berkshire-family-history-society-lest-we-forget-a-first-world-war-talk
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230116T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230116T213000
DTSTAMP:20221124T122758Z
CREATED:20221124T122758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T122758Z
UID:10011423-1673897400-1673904600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Abingdon Branch of Berkshire FHS 'LEST WE FORGET' - A WW1 Talk
DESCRIPTION:The Abingdon Branch of Berkshire Family History Society\, welcome Brian Denton to present his talk ‘Lest We Forget: A First World War mystery leads to an unforeseen coincidence’. \nBrian will relate the stories of two family members who died in the First World War and show how he used WW1 records and regimental diaries to solve the mystery and uncover the unexpected coincidence. \nNon Members are welcome to our meetings : £5 per person \nDoors at 7.15 pm
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/abingdon-branch-of-berkshire-fhs-lest-we-forget-a-ww1-talk
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240101T233000
DTSTAMP:20221121T103639Z
CREATED:20221121T103639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T103639Z
UID:10011422-1668852000-1704151800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Family Martial Arts Academy (Soo Bahk Do)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for an activity for all the family to exercise\, get fit\, learn self defence and be part of a supportive community?  Why not take a free trial to experience Soo Bahk Do! \n  \nClasses run at Long Furlong Community Centre\, OX14 1XP: \nSaturdays 10-11am \nThursdays 5-6pm (starting Jan 2023) \n  \nInstructed by Sabrina\, 2nd Dan black belt and Certified Fitness Coach. \n  \nContact dojangx@gmail.com to book your taster session!
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/family-martial-arts-academy-soo-bahk-do
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sports & Leisure
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dojang X Martial Arts Academy":MAILTO:dojangx@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221105T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221105T203000
DTSTAMP:20220715T184545Z
CREATED:20220715T184545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T184545Z
UID:10011309-1667671200-1667680200@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:2nd Abingdon Scout Group Spectacular Annual Fireworks Display
DESCRIPTION:2nd Abingdon Scouts spectacular annual Firework Display \nSupport your local Scout group and join us for an exciting evening of fun\, food and fireworks!\nBring the family along for a wonderful evening at Long Furlong Community Centre in North Abingdon. Enjoy a tasty BBQ and a spectacular fireworks display!\nAll proceeds go to supporting Scouting activities at 2nd Abingdon Scouts\, where over 100 young people benefit from an exciting and varied scouting programme.\nGates open at 6pm\, with the firework display scheduled to start between 7.30-7.45pm\, depending on weather conditions and safety precautions.\nChildren under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.\nParking\nFree parking is available at Tilsley Park\, which is just a five minute walk from the event. Limited disabled parking is available at the community centre.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/2nd-abingdon-scout-group-spectacular-annual-fireworks-display
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="2nd Abingdon Scout Group":MAILTO:chairman.2ndabingdonscoutgroup@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220919T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220919T210000
DTSTAMP:20220912T151541Z
CREATED:20220912T151541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T151541Z
UID:10011358-1663615800-1663621200@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:'Lest We Forget' - Berkshire FHS Branch Meeting
DESCRIPTION:‘Lest We Forget’ is a talk by Brian Denton about two of his family members who died in the First World War.  With the aid of Regimental War Diaries he will show how he uncovered and intriguing mystery with an unforeseen coincidence.\nNon members are welcome – Refreshments available
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/lest-we-forget-berkshire-fhs-branch-meeting
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220221T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220221T210000
DTSTAMP:20220208T105030Z
CREATED:20220208T105030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220208T105030Z
UID:10011039-1645471800-1645477200@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:DNA - A Practical Guide for Family Historians
DESCRIPTION:This talk will steer clear of the science behind DNA testing and explore which tests are available\, how to get the best value for money and how DNA testing can help your genealogical research in a totally practical way.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/dna-a-practical-guide-for-family-historians
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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