Casino Avenue<a href="http://www.casino-avenue.co.uk">Curmudgeonly thoughts from London's chi-chi Charlton</a> - he's not as miserable as he sounds, honest!Earls AvenueHave seen BILLIONS of places down in Folkestone so far this week, the star of which has been a mad 3 bed flat over two levels which has it's own bar, roof terrace, separate dining room, lounge, TV room AND study, but the thing that's been stopping me... RE: Earl's AvenueThis in Folkestone? Looks ace - though you'll probably need to sort that furniture out though!RE: Earl's AvenueNice place - looks a bit fancy! I hope you redecorate that bedroom though.IntensifiedLooking for more mentions of The Metronome found a tale of some Australian called Intensified attempting to play a New Years Eve gig there, but then not as the PA wasn't up to the job.In the same week they mention another gig at the Metronome and an... Plymouth PavillionNoticing a lot of people ending up here having searched for Plymouth Pavillions, if you're looking for tickets try Ticketmaster here, or there's slightly more choice at Wayahead...Plymouth Pavillion, Milbay Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3LF... Wedding venues in KentFollowing a link from the London By London mailout about civil wedding ceremonies, I have found a list of approved venues in Kent... not sure who they're approved by, the list is shorter than I thought! We might start looking this weekend, to give us... London venue capacityAha, a chance to take a step towards my self-imposed remit when I started this site, being a bit of a resource for local people. Were you wondering about the capacity of certain London venues? I have done before, just got a press release from Shepher... Other people's blogsIt's time for a roundup of things I've lazily ripped off casino-avenue.co.uk before heading home, first this piece about metblogs, interesting. I am trying REALLY HARD to read something rude into "soliciting... advertising" but I can't quite make it.... I think there were two different venues known as ToftsI keep getting conflicting reports though... there was one that I think is where the police station is now, on <strong>Bouverie Road West</strong>, and then it moved to <strong>Grace Hill</strong>... Barfly Glasgow49 - 51 Earls AvenueThe snazzy looking development on our road is finally for sale with Fell Reynolds... they say:Numbers 49 & 51 Earls Avenue form a pair of elegant Edwardian Mansions, which have undergone complete refurbishment and conversion to offer twelve superior,... They are drunk, abusive, underage and wreaking havoc in a Hampshire townHooray, Southampton or Winchester I think...Folkestone property update, there's a two bed flat next door to us in Tudor Court up for 172,000, that's good to know! There's been a flat next door for sale for a few weeks at 150,000 that needs work, don'... RE: Good to have that infoI am sorry, maybe it was 1970. As a pupil I came to Folkestone several times and it`s obvious that I mixed it up (is that correct English?). On another leaflet of TOFT'S I found some more bands and infosSaturday, 11th JulyBORIS(Presentation is like a... Emma BThe diminutive Miss B was gassing on the dog and bone after chucking out time late on Saturday evening.Coldplay / Chris MartinAwesome gig with all the band members. Got to touch...no no no GRAB Chris's Shoe!!! Was wicked. Then saw them drinking like true Brits at the Minneapolis Brit pub. <<< Submitted by J-9 (not Joey)Ricky Tomlinson (The Royle Family)He was coming out of the BBC after just being interviewed on BBC Radio Ulster. He dresses the same in real life as he does in the Royle Family you know!!KISS and Aerosmith tour togetherWhich of these venues is nearest to here?Hartford Sat-Aug 2 New York Mon-Aug 4 Washington DC Sat-Aug 9 ... Free gig in Camden tomorrow - CANCELLEDIt's popex faves from way back, Captain Soul, tafka Hooverdam... looks like I really have no excuse not to go to this one, it's right down the road! Generally recently they have been playing way out West, in darkest Notting Hill etc... but what is th... This site is not affiliated with any venueI don't put on gigs or anything, if you're looking for a gig I'd recommend contacting a venue or promoter directly. Or, just posting here like you have done is a good start, I hope someone sees it.If you have a gig lined up already, click here to put... RE: This site is not affiliated with any venueTry this site <a href="http://kentgigs.com/">kentgigs.com/</a> Mostly it is gig venuesBUT in Seabrook carpark's case I think there was probably a car boot sale or something advertised there...Why park sensibly...A note left on the siter in law's car when it was parked outside our house earlier...WHY PARK SENSIBLY WHEN YOU CAN PARK LIKE AN IGNORANT AND BLOCK A EMERGENCY ENTRANCE. POLICE NOTIFIED HOPEFULLY OBSTRUCTION TICKET (BEFORE) YOUR (something) RETURN.We... [Crystal maze themed headline here]Got home yesterday to find a new front door being fitted, it's amazing what you miss when you don't go to any of the residents meetings. So firstly, we have the inconvenience of only getting one key with this door, and new ones are fifteen pounds eac... looking for suitable venue in FolkestoneHi,We are looking for suitable venue in Folkestone one of our gigs.We are an 8-piece live band called The Vintage Corporation and we organise our own 60’s and 70’s gigs. We are looking for halls in London and the South East to perform in.Requirement... He knows, the venue is bookedNot sure he's said the name though, nor if I would remember it if he had.Rents SOARING!Saw a feature on BBC Breakfast this morning about how that blame-for-everything credit crunch is leading to a rise in rental values - people who can't afford to buy have to rent, and there's still a limited number of properties available, so rents wi... Is this who's bought the Metronome?assura group has a metronome page, looks like they own other medical type facilities so this backs up the story of it being bought by a health care trust.Just found a PJ Harvey gig at the Metronome, and another where she almost played at Bottoms. But... Opera Singer In Need Of Concert VenuesHi, I'm based in Chatham and need some venues that will take an opera singer! Thanks, Rachel. www.racheltaylor.co.uk/singergot lots of non folkestone venues on hereGot lots of venues in Kent, mostly venues people who might go to Folkestone might also go to, Hastings isn't so far away! This one's probably been listed because of a local band playing there. I do have lots of venues in further away places like Lond... Rolling StonesThe 'Stones came to Folkestone a few times, and at least a couple of different venues.SoundgardenSuperunknown warm up show at Shepherds Bush... pretty huge venue for a warm up show now I come to think of it...The PrimitivesAh, past their peak, still a treat to see them at a venue this size.The Beta Band<blockquote>Tonight's venue is crammed with indie's brightest and best, all happily expectant</blockquote> according to the review in the <strong>Independent</strong>, that's me in particular to which they were referring...Camden Crawl IINot just this venue, all around Camden, I saw Collapsed Lung and Moby here though...... The Montrose Avenue<strong>Matt Everitt</strong> of <strong>Menswear</strong> was in the band, this was the height of girly indie, there were tiaras, fairy wings, and even rollerskates in the crowd.Terrorvisionwith Mutha's Day Out and Valve. Sure the last Portsmouth Venue Campaign show that I did was Terrorvision, but these dates still don't line up...... ChumbawambaFirst of the <strong>Portsmouth Venue Campaign</strong> freebies helping out on the door. Plus Gunshot, Attilla the Stockbroker, nad Spot the Poet.Trombone Shorty and Orleans AvenueHot Leg<strong>Justin Hawkins</strong> new band and we're going! Assuming this is at the Camden venueWant to learn SpanishEvent for wanabee Spanish speakers. - Venue: Tim's Vinos & Tapas, 3a West Terrace, Folkestone. - Price: £10 per person for tutoring, glass of wine and cheese. - Reserve a place in person or call 01303 249900. Deposit payable at time of b... Every Avenue, Out of SightSalsaSalsa Dance for any age, any size, single or with partner. - Venue: The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, CT20 2XL. - 7:30pm to 8:30pm: Salsa Dance Class, cost £6. - 9:00pm to 11:00pm: Salsa Dance, cost £6. - Attend both for £10.... Folkestone Literary FestivalToo many events over too many venues, Check out <a href="http://www.folkestonelitfest.co.uk">folkestonelitfest.co.uk</a> for full lineup, and maybe see you at some of the talks.Folkestone Literary Festival Event - Terry JonesTerry Jones - Was Richard II a Tyrant? Venue: Folkestone Academy. Tickets: £12/£11. Best known as a member of the Monty Python comedy team and medieval historian, Terry Jones explodes a few myths about Richard II...... TOAST & OATCAKES… The Unique humour of Eric Marwicka selling exhibition until 20TH December Venue: The Neville Pundole Gallery, 52 The Old High Street, Folkestone Toastracks and oatcake boxes to lighten your mealtimes; small exquisite table or desk sculptures; wall plaques for the irreligious depi... Christmas Exhibitionnow on until Saturday 6th January 2008 Venue: Chimaera Gallery, 42 Tontine Street, Folketsone Time: Gallery opens Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 10.30am – 4pm and Friday and Saturday 10.30am – 5pm Chimaera is showing its Christmas exhibition ... exhibition - F. magnus-Hirshfield - “ART TO BE WORNVenue: The Neville Pundole Gallery 52 The Old High Street Folkestone CT20 1RN Infomation: T: 01303 223029 Frank is an extraordinary man with many talents; an artist, Olympian and businessman; a true polymath with immense and gre... exhibition - F. magnus-Hirshfield - “ART TO BE WORNDescription: Venue: The Neville Pundole Gallery 52 The Old High Street Folkestone CT20 1RN Infomation: T: 01303 223029 Frank is an extraordinary man with many talents; an artist, Olympian and businessman; a true polymath with immense and great kn... Exhibition - TransitionArtist: Deborah Crofts Venue: Chimaera Gallery, 42 Tontine Street, Folkestone Open Wed – Sun, or by appointment T:01303-211621 For further info: FCFC presents: The Other Boyleyn Girl (2008Venue: The Silver Screen Cinema, Guildhall Street, Folkestone. Annual membership: £8; Members admission: £3; Guest admission: £4.50. Membership enquiries: 01303-245812. 10:30 Curiously Optimistic an exhibition of vibrantly painted blown glassby Vic Bamforth. Venue: The Neville Pundole Gallery, 52 The Old High Street, Folkestone. Neil YoungAh, it wasn't made up Neil Young is playing in Kent too... at the Hop Farm, the same location as the supposed Mighty Boosh Festival.... SalsaSalsa Dance for any age, any size, single or with partner. - Venue: The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, CT20 2XL. Beginners - 7pm to 8pm: Salsa Dance Class, cost £6. Improvers - 8:15pm to 9:15pm: Salsa Dance, cost £6. - Attend both for £10. - Friendl... SalsaSalsa Dance for any age, any size, single or with partner. - Venue: The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, CT20 2XL. Beginners - 7pm to 8pm: Salsa Dance Class, cost £6. Improvers - 8:15pm to 9:15pm: Salsa Dance, cost £6. - Attend both for £10. - Friendl... SalsaSalsa Dance for any age, any size, single or with partner. - Venue: The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone, CT20 2XL. Beginners - 7pm to 8pm: Salsa Dance Class, cost £6. Improvers - 8:15pm to 9:15pm: Salsa Dance, cost £6. - Attend both for £10. - Friendl... FOLKESTONE CARNIVAL CABARET NIGHT AT THE PAVILIONVenue: the Pavilion, East Cliff, Folkestone. Tickets £20.00 Michael Jackson Tribute Night, plus Chris Wong and the Encore Dancers, with a Disco to finish the evening. Welcome Drink on Arrival and nibbles on the table. We hope you will ... FCFC presents: The General (1926Venue: The Silver Screen Cinema, Guildhall Street, Folkestone. Annual membership: £8; Members admission: £3; Guest admission: £4.50. Membership enquiries: 01303-245812. 10:30 Lone Star Comedy ClubA return to the new venue for the fabulous <strong>Lone Star Comedy Club</strong>. <strong>EARL OKIN</strong>, <strong>JAMES SHERWOOD</strong>, compere <strong>MATT PRICE</strong> and a newcomer.Julia Jones' BritBus TourThe Lower Deck. Live Electro-Acoustic Music Venue In The Wellington Bar - Sandgate Lounge and Hotel. First Wednesday of Every Month from 7pm - 10.30pm Tickets £5. Kent singer Julia Jones has been touring America in her converted double-decker bus si...