OUR preview of 'What's On in jo Thurrock' picks out a selection of events hosted on our events guide.

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There's a lot going on, and Nub News is here to make sure you know about it.

The Purfleet Heritage and Military Centre will be turning back time with a talk this weekend.

Sunday will see a fascinating presentation by Ken Slaney about an extraordinary life that spanned continents, war, survival and reinvention.

More details: https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/culture/the-silence-of-the-past-a-talk-by-ken-slaney-92387

Fun will be the order of the day at Chadwell St Mary Boxing Club on Saturday when its doors will be open for Family Fun Day.

Among the attractions there will be boxing demonstrations, a barbecue, inflatables and a 'soak the coaches' opportunity.

Find out more: https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/community-events/fun-day-92890

On Saturday night the sights and sounds of Hawaii night can be experiemnced in South Ockendon.

Everyone is welcome at the Royal British Legion Club - members and non members - to celebrate the summer.

Check it out: https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/community-events/hawaiian-night-92889

Speaking of 'check it out' - why not take advantage of a health and Well-being day in Stanford-le-Hope?

Find out more here: https://thurrock.nub.news/whats-on/health/health-wellbeing-day-92891

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