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SUMMARY:June Calendar - 14th to 30th
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/june-calendar-14th-to-30th/
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Men - What Pride means to me - Art workshop
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Men is our social and support group for gay and bisexual men living with HIV\, including men who have sex with men but don’t identify as gay or bisexual. This group is for you if you are HIV positive and either live in East London or get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meets on the 3rd Wednesday evening of each month\, but this day and time may vary especially for visits out\, so its best to check these listing regularly. \nThis month we’ve a special workshop with artist and HIV activist Hera Santos – with the theme “What Pride means to me”. \nA delicious hot meal will be served just after 6pm. Please let us know in advance if you intend to come so we can plan for numbers. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, you need to let us know in advance. See here for details of eligibility \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact Nick Maxwell nick.maxwell@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9302
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/rainbow-men-what-pride-means-to-me-art-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250619T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250619T200000
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SUMMARY:Art\, AIDS and Activism with Positive East - Whitechapel Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Whitechapel Gallery for this panel talk chronicling the legacies of queer visual cultures\, organising histories\, and how contemporary artists are dialoguing with the past and responding to HIV and AIDS in their work today. \nAlongside the gallery’s new exhibition of the work of Hamad Butt : Apprehensions\, the panel will be posed questions by Positive East’s Dr Renee West and Dr Rageshri Dhairyawan from Barts Health NHS Trust and Queen Mary University.  In this discussion Dominic Johnson\, Ash Kotak\, Prem Sahib\, and Simon Watney will use Hamad Butt’s practice as a starting point to explore how artists have used creativity to interrogate\, reflect\, and agitate around HIV and AIDS. \nBooking is via the Whitechapel Gallery’s website  \n 
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/art-aids-and-activism-with-positive-east-whitechapel-gallery/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250619T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
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SUMMARY:National HIV Story Trust - Short films screening
DESCRIPTION:You can register for this event\, and get more information\, here \nThe National HIV Story Trust is about filming\, recording and preserving the history of those affected by the AIDS pandemic of the 1980s and 90s. \nThe venue: \nOne Pool Street Cinema\, UCL East Campus: One Pool Street\, London\, E20 2AF \nFor more information\, or to tell us you want to come contact any of the peer support staff or email talktome@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/national-hiv-story-trust-short-films-screening/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250502T162535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T120446Z
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SUMMARY:Women’s Group - Arcola Theatre - "54.60 Africa"
DESCRIPTION:Our Women’s Group is a regular social and support group for women living with HIV who either live in East London or if you get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meet on the 4th Wednesday evening of each month\, but this day and time may vary especially for visits out\, so its best to check these listing regularly. \nThis month its a night out at Dalston’s Arcola Theatre to see 54.60 Africa – “an exhilarating\, cross-cultural pan-African encounter\, brought to life through word\, live music\, song\, and dance”.  We have a limited number of free tickets\, so you must let us know in advance if you want to come\, and also tell us as soon as possible if your plans change so that someone else can have your ticket. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, you need to let us know in advance. See here for details of eligibility \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact Sarah.Boum-Enock by email on sarah.boum-enock@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9341
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/womens-group-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250629T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250502T122045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T122045Z
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SUMMARY:Victoria Park Bandstand - Pride Picnic
DESCRIPTION:All our social an support groups come together as we join the Friends of Victoria Park for the Annual Pride Picnic at their Bandstand\, to celebrate Pride Month.  Whilst Pride is a celebration for LGBTQ+ people everywhere\, this is an open event and friends\, family and allies are more than welcome. \nWe’ll be bringing along some picnic food\, and encouraging everyone to bring along something to share – perhaps something reflecting your own heritage\, culture\, or whatever makes you feel proud. \nIf travel costs are a barrier to taking part\, let us know \nFor more information\, or to tell us you want to come contact any of the peer support staff or email talktome@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/victoria-park-bandstand-pride-picnic/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250630T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250630T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250501T131525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T132502Z
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SUMMARY:Learning To Live Well With HIV – Session 1 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Have you been diagnosed with HIV in the last 3 years? The Living Well with HIV Course is an ideal way for you to learn more about HIV\, connect with others\, learn more about sex and relationships and understand about U=U (Undetectable means Untransmittable)\, and discover ways of staying well.  The sessions are delivered in a relaxed and safe environment\, by knowledgeable experts with lived experience. \nThis course will help you deal with your diagnosis and gain the knowledge and tools to live well with HIV. It’s being run on 3 consecutive Mondays – 30th June\, 7th July\, and 14th July – all 10am to 2.30pm with a tasty freshly cooked\, hot vegetarian lunch provided. \nIt’s been specially created in a partnership of METRO\, Positive East\, Positively UK and Terrence Higgins Trust – made possible by Fast Track Cities London – who take turns into delivering the course.  If travel or care costs are a barrier to you taking part\, let us know. \nThis time\, the course is being delivered by Positive East.  To register or find out more contact Mel Rattue on 020 7791 9346 or mel.rattue@positiveeast.org.uk 
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/learning-to-live-well-with-hiv-session-1-of-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250701T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250704T162025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T162025Z
UID:10003828-1751356800-1753981200@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:July Calendar
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URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/july-calendar/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250703T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250703T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250620T142637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T142954Z
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SUMMARY:Positive Over 50: Out and About – Chelsea Physic Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us for another of our Positive Over 50: Out and About activities\, this time its a visit to the Chelsea Physic Garden. \nEstablished in 1673\, London’s oldest botanic garden has over 4\,500 medicinal\, edible and useful plants.  You can explore the garden and its plants\, or just relax in its peaceful atmosphere. We’ll also enjoy a tea or coffee and a snack in their cafe. \nWe’ve arranged free entry\, and will cover cafe costs. If travel costs are a barrier to you coming along\, talk to us ahead of the visit and let us know. \nWe’ll be setting off from Positive East after the Positive Over 50: Lunch shortly after 2pm \nFor more information contact Mina on 020 7791 9301 or by email at mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk \n 
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/positive-over-50-out-and-about-chelsea-physic-garden/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250620T144002Z
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SUMMARY:Pride In London
DESCRIPTION:Pride In London will take to the streets of the capital once more\, with Positive East as part of the parade.  If you’d like to join us\, contact nick.maxwell@positiveeast.org.uk and he’ll add your name to the list of people for a wristband. You’ll need this to take part in the parade. \nWe’ll have more details of our position in the parade\, and timings\, as these are confirmed.  There’ll also be an opportunity to join us for a Pride Breakfast courtesy of MAC Cosmetics at their Carnaby Street store in the morning.
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/pride-in-london/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250706T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250706T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250609T123929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T072602Z
UID:10003784-1751810400-1751817600@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hamad Butt Exhibition: Tour and group conversation
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition tour at the Whitechapel Gallery and group discussion reflecting on the art of Hamad Butt\, attitudes towards HIV/AIDS then and now\, and the power of art and creativity to tell our stories and build new narratives. \nThis will be a low stakes\, relaxed\, and informal space to explore themes of the exhibition and share thoughts\, feelings\, and responses that come up. No existing knowledge of Hamad Butt’s work is necessary – just a curiosity about art and how it relates to your own experiences! \nLight food and drink will be provided. \nThis event is open to people living with or impacted by HIV/AIDS. \nBooking is via this Eventbrite \nIf you have questions\, want more information\, or help with signing up\, contact jack.summerside@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/hamad-butt-exhibition-tour-and-group-conversation/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250707T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250707T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250501T132904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T132904Z
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SUMMARY:Learning To Live Well With HIV – Session 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Have you been diagnosed with HIV in the last 3 years? The Living Well with HIV Course is an ideal way for you to learn more about HIV\, connect with others\, learn more about sex and relationships and understand about U=U (Undetectable means Untransmittable)\, and discover ways of staying well.  The sessions are delivered in a relaxed and safe environment\, by knowledgeable experts with lived experience. \nThis course will help you deal with your diagnosis and gain the knowledge and tools to live well with HIV. It’s being run on 3 consecutive Mondays – 30th June\, 7th July\, and 14th July – all 10am to 2.30pm with a tasty freshly cooked\, hot vegetarian lunch provided. \nIt’s been specially created in a partnership of METRO\, Positive East\, Positively UK and Terrence Higgins Trust – made possible by Fast Track Cities London – who take turns into delivering the course.  If travel or care costs are a barrier to you taking part\, let us know. \nThis time\, the course is being delivered by Positive East.  To register or find out more contact Mel Rattue on 020 7791 9346 or mel.rattue@positiveeast.org.uk 
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/learning-to-live-well-with-hiv-session-2-of-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250709T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250709T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250620T145535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T153509Z
UID:10003790-1752084000-1752091200@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Together - Positive East's Got Talent
DESCRIPTION:Together is our social and support group for anyone living with HIV. This group is for you if you are HIV positive and either live in East London or get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meets on the second Wednesday evening of each month\, but this day and time may vary especially for visits out\, so its best to check these listing regularly. \nThis month\, as well as enjoying some tasty freshly made food together\, we’re having a Summer Singalong which we’re calling Positive East’s Got Talent. You don’t have to sing\, so if dancing\, making music\, or entertaining is your thing\, why not come along and join us. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, you need to let us know in advance. See here for details of eligibility \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact Sarah.Boum-Enock by email on sarah.boum-enock@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9341
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/together-positive-easts-got-talent/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250714T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250714T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250501T142109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T120325Z
UID:10003718-1752487200-1752503400@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Learning To Live Well With HIV – Session 3 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Have you been diagnosed with HIV in the last 3 years? The Living Well with HIV Course is an ideal way for you to learn more about HIV\, connect with others\, learn more about sex and relationships and understand about U=U (Undetectable means Untransmittable)\, and discover ways of staying well.  The sessions are delivered in a relaxed and safe environment\, by knowledgeable experts with lived experience. \nThis course will help you deal with your diagnosis and gain the knowledge and tools to live well with HIV. It’s being run on 3 consecutive Mondays – 30th June\, 7th July\, and 14th July – all 10am to 2.30pm with a tasty freshly cooked\, hot vegetarian lunch provided. \nIt’s been specially created in a partnership of METRO\, Positive East\, Positively UK and Terrence Higgins Trust – made possible by Fast Track Cities London – who take turns into delivering the course.  If travel or care costs are a barrier to you taking part\, let us know. \nThis time\, the course is being delivered by Positive East.  To register or find out more contact Mel Rattue on 020 7791 9346 or mel.rattue@positiveeast.org.uk 
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/learning-to-live-well-with-hiv-session-3-of-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250620T144805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T153417Z
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Men - V & A Storehouse
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Men is our social and support group for gay and bisexual men living with HIV\, including men who have sex with men but don’t identify as gay or bisexual. This group is for you if you are HIV positive and either live in East London or get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meets on the 3rd Wednesday evening of each month\, but this day and time may vary especially for visits out\, so its best to check these listing regularly. \nFor this month only we’re moving to a Thursday evening\, to take advantage of the late-evening opening for a visit to the recently opened V & A Storehouse\, with an option for a picnic in the Olympic Park before the visit.  Storehouse is a new kind of museum experience. It gives you a chance to see behind the scenes of a working museum\, explore why and how objects get collected by museums\, find out how they are cared for\, and uncover the stories they tell about us and our world. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, you need to let us know in advance. See here for details of eligibility \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact Nick Maxwell nick.maxwell@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9302
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/rainbow-men-v-a-storehouse/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250723T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250620T153008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T153008Z
UID:10003791-1753293600-1753300800@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Women's Group - Mini Golf
DESCRIPTION:Our Women’s Group is a regular social and support group for women living with HIV who either live in East London or if you get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meet on the 4th Wednesday evening of each month\, but this day and time may vary especially for visits out\, so its best to check these listing regularly. \nThis month we’re taking a trip out to play mini-golf (sometimes known as Crazy Golf or Putt-Putt) at a local indoor venue \nWe’ll also be offering up to £11 to everyone attending towards food whilst we play.  Please let us know in advance if you intend to come so we can plan for numbers. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, you need to let us know in advance. See here for details of eligibility \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact Sarah.Boum-Enock by email on sarah.boum-enock@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9341
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/womens-group-mini-golf/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250726T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250609T153737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T153908Z
UID:10003785-1753531200-1753545600@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Kew Gardens - Summer visit
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for our Summer outing to Kew Gardens.  As always\, this is an opportunity to explore the giant glasshouses with a wide range of exotic plants\, be brave and venture up to the Tree-Top Walk Way\, or simply to relax and stop and smell the flowers. \nThis is also an amazing opportunity to meet up with old friends and make some new ones as we enjoy a Kew Gardens picnic together.  Bring a picnic lunch for yourself\, as Kew can be a bit expensive\, and also food to share if you can.  And as it’s Summer break from schools\, it’s ideal to bring children along too. \nIf travel costs are a barrier to taking part\, let us know in advance. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you want to come contact Nick Maxwell or any of the peer support staff\, or email talktome@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/kew-gardens-visit/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250801T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250904T162620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T162621Z
UID:10003953-1754035200-1754067600@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:August Calendar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/august-calendar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250810T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250707T125305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T135009Z
UID:10003829-1754827200-1754856000@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:UK Black Pride 2025
DESCRIPTION:UK Black Pride 2025 will be held on Sunday\, August 10th at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the event. The event will feature performances\, talks\, community stalls\, and workshops. It is a safe space for LGBTQI+ people of African\, Asian\, Caribbean\, Latin American\, and Middle Eastern descent.  \nWe’ll also be organising a meet up for Positive East clients on the day. For details contact Nick.Maxwell@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/uk-black-pride-2025/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250814T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250704T160153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T100807Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Summer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Celebration Of Summer garden (weather permitting) party. \nEvery Summer in August our usual Wednesday evening social and support groups take a break and we all come together for our celebration of Summer.  Positive Over 50 Lunch still runs on its usual pattern – Thursday 7th August at 1pm \nOur Summer celebration get-together is open to everyone registered to use our services – or eligible to. There’ll be delicious freshly made food\, drinks\, music\, dancing\, and our very popular free raffle \nSpeak with any of the Health and Wellbeing staff for more information or to less us know you’re coming\, or email talk2me@positiveeast.org.uk \nIf travel costs are a barrier to coming\, let us know in advance
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/celebration-of-summer/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250826
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250704T161744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T161744Z
UID:10003827-1756080000-1756166399@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Closed for August Bank Holiday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/closed-for-august-bank-holiday/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250901T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250904T161946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T162150Z
UID:10003952-1756713600-1756746000@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:September Calendar
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/september-calendar/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250904T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250904T130000
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SUMMARY:Wellbeing Matters: Heart health & statins
DESCRIPTION:Wellbeing Matters is our occasional series of information events focused around health & wellbeing issues for people living with HIV.  Usually\, the topics are ones that are of particular concern to older people living with HIV\, but Wellbeing Matters are open to HIV+ people of any age – because after all\, we can now expect to live well into old age. \nThis time we’re having a focus on heart health and statins\, with Dr Samantha Preston – a GP who is an HIV GP Champion. Did you know that people living with HIV have an increased risk of heart disease\, and statins can help us manage this risk? Come along and find out more in a relaxed friendly environment\, and maybe stay for the Positive Over 50 lunch. \nIf travel costs are a barrier to you coming along\, let us know in advance \nFor more information contact mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/wellbeing-matters-heart-health-statins/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250909T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250909T200000
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SUMMARY:Stigma and Empowerment Workshops -Series of 4
DESCRIPTION:Are you living with HIV and want to feel more confident and in control of your HIV status and develop new skills to live a more fulfilling and happier life? \nThis 4 part series of workshops has been very popular\, and has been updated and re-designed to be delivered online using Zoom – by popular request especially for those with busy lives.  The workshops will include: \n-Developing skills to live a life free of internalised stigma. \n– Examining what it means to live well with HIV \n-Getting to know more about HIV\, effective treatment and HIV transmission risks – including Undetectable Equals Untransmittable (U=U) \n– Exploring self-compassion and ways to build self-esteem and confidence \n– Discover opportunities to develop self-advocacy\, support networks and volunteering opportunities \nFor more information contact Mina Kakaiya mina.kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9301 \nIf  data or lack of devices are a barrier to taking part\, please speak with us in well in advance \n  \nQuotes from previous participants \n“I have realised that I have more of a voice than I thought\, and thought I had lost it – but have it!.” \n“I have learned to accept and talk about my HIV now and to go at my pace\, its my journey”
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/stigma-and-empowerment-workshops-series-of-4/2025-09-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250910T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
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SUMMARY:Together Group - See Saturday 20th September
DESCRIPTION:There’s no Wednesday evening meeting of the Together Group this month\, as its joining up with Positive Over 50 for a Saturday trip out to the fascinating V&A Storehouse \n 
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/together-group-see-saturday-20th-september/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250913T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030614
CREATED:20250730T112744Z
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Community Weekend at Positive East
DESCRIPTION:Positive East is taking part in this year’s Mayor’s Community Weekend\, and you’re warmly invited to come along and join our celebration event on Saturday 13th September from 11am to 3pm. \nThe event is open to anyone registered to use our services\, or eligible to\, but also to those involved in HIV care and support across NE London.  It’s also open to current Food Chain Eating Together clients. The theme of the Mayor’s Community Weekend is for communities to come together and celebrate London. \nDoors open at 10\,45. The day will include: \n\n11am – Movement workshop with Joshua Royal\n12 Noon – Sound Bath with Linda Cremin\n1pm – A delicious freshly cooked lunch provided by Food Chain\n2pm – A ‘London memory’ themed art workshop with Hera Santos\n\nThroughout the day there’ll be opportunities to learn more about our emotional and mental health support services \nThis event is supported by The National Lottery Community Fund and the Mayor of London\, as part of the Mayor’s Community Weekend 2025. \nIf travel costs are an obstacle to you coming along\, get in touch with any of the health and wellbeing staff\, or email talk2me@positiveeast.org.uk \nChildren are welcome\, but must remain under your supervision at all times
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/mayors-community-weekend-at-positive-east/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030615
CREATED:20250812T111322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T111322Z
UID:10003836-1758132000-1758139200@www.positiveeast.org.uk
SUMMARY:Rainbow Men: Treatment Update
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Men is our social and support group for gay and bisexual men living with HIV\, including men who have sex with men but don’t identify as gay or bisexual. This group is for you if you are HIV positive and either live in East London or get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meets on the 3rd Wednesday evening of each month\, but this day and time may vary especially for visits out\, so its best to check these listing regularly. \nThis month\, its an informal treatment update with a leading HIV clinician (to be confirmed). It will be an opportunity to ask questions about  HIV treatment or sexual health care – anything from long-acting injectable HIV treatment\, to gonorrhea vaccines. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, please let us know in advance. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact jack.summerside@positiveeast.org.uk \n 
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/rainbow-men-treatment-update/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030615
CREATED:20250811T122158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T160658Z
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SUMMARY:Positive Over 50 and Together Group: V&A Storehouse\, Stratford
DESCRIPTION:This month\, our Positive Over 50 and Together Groups join forces for a joint outing to V&A Storehouse \nThe recently opened V&A Storehouse in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Stratford\, is a new kind of museum experience. It gives you a chance to see behind the scenes of a working museum\, explore why and how objects get collected by museums\, find out how they are cared for\, and uncover the stories they tell about us and our world. \nTogether is our social and support group for anyone living with HIV. This group is for you if you are HIV positive and either live in East London or get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meets on the second Wednesday evening of each month \nPositive Over 50 is our range of activities and services for people living with HIV who are 50 years of age and over.  There’s the regular lunch on the first Thursday of every month\, our new Befriending service\, our regular Wellbeing Matters information events\, plus our regular Positive Over 50 Out and About activities – with visits out to leisure and cultural venues. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, let us know in advance. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact Mina.Kakaiya@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9301
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/positive-over-50-and-together-group-va-storehouse/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250924T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T030615
CREATED:20250811T130322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T130323Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Group: What Women Want
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re delighted to welcome back Rebecca Mbewe – mentor\, speaker and trainer with long standing experience of working in HIV and lived experience of living well with HIV for over 20 years – to guest host our session about What Women Want. \nOur Women’s Group is a regular social and support group for women living with HIV who either live in East London or if you get your HIV care in an East London clinic.  It usually meet on the 4th Wednesday evening of each month\, but this day and time may vary especially for visits out\, so its best to check these listing regularly. \nIf travel or care costs are a barrier to taking part\, let us know in advance. \nFor more information\, or to tell us you’re coming\, contact Sarah.Boum-Enock by email on sarah.boum-enock@positiveeast.org.uk or call 020 7791 9341
URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/womens-group-what-women-want/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
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SUMMARY:October Calendar
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URL:https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/event/october-calendar/
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