For the interest of Members, events for the coming months are listed below. A record of past events for the year is also available.
Join our first University Students chat - more information and details have been sent out by email from the OSA Registrar.
Email Andy via for information on joining our online social events, and see the new www.Chat-OSA.org website for more information on this new initiative.
Your President for 2020, Andy Crow (Athens, 1974-1981), has been hosting informal "Chin-wag" online video conferences, to give Old Southendians all over the world, and of all ages, a space to catch up and connect during these difficult times where so many other events and activities have been put on hold.
Join the fourth "Chin-wag" session in October: more information and details have been sent out by email from the OSA Registrar.
Email Andy via for information on joining our monthly online "Chin-wag" events, and see the new www.Chat-OSA.org website for more information on this new initiative.
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED for the safety of our members and the wider community due to the situation with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Save the date for the OSA's 91st Annual Reunion Dinner. Details to follow in the Summer newsletter from the Events Committee.
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED for the safety of our members and the wider community due to the situation with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Save the date for this year's Autumn Lunch. Details to follow in the Summer newsletter from the Events Committee.
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED for the safety of our members and the wider community due to the situation with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Save the date for the OSA's 62nd London Dinner with your President Andy Crow. More details to follow in the Summer newsletter from the Events Committee.
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED for the safety of our members and the wider community due to the situation with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Refunds will be issued for those who have paid by BACS, and cheques will be destroyed for those who have sent their payment by that method.
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We will be at the [licensed] Riverside Cafe again this year for an informal three-course meal and complementary glass of sparkling wine for members and partners.
Please book early to avoid disappointment. Payment by Cheque or by BACS accepted - see the March 2020 Events Sub-Committee Newsletter for booking details.
Your President for 2020, Andy Crow (Athens, 1974-1981), has been hosting informal "Chin-wag" online video conferences, to give Old Southendians all over the world, and of all ages, a space to catch up and connect during these difficult times where so many other events and activities have been put on hold.
Join the third monthly "Chin-wag" session in July: more information and details have been sent out by email from the OSA Registrar.
Email Andy via for information on joining our monthly online "Chin-wag" events, and see the new www.Chat-OSA.org website for more information on this new initiative.
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN POSTPONED for the safety of our audience, performers, and the wider community due to the situation with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The Old Southendian Organ Society looks forward to welcoming John at a future date when it is safe to gather and enjoy his music.
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Join the Organ Society for this unique event as John Dixon (Tuscany, 1968-75) returns to play a recital on the War Memorial Organ of his own compositions from both his published and unpublished catalogues.
Also featuring some of John’s compositions for solo piano and organ/piano duet, this is an evening not to be missed.
Tickets are available on the door (cash only) or via www.osos.org.uk/events in advance (highly recommended).
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED for the safety of our members and the wider community due to the situation with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Refunds will be issued for those who have paid by BACS, and cheques will be destroyed for those who have sent their payment by that method.
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The Association is most pleased to announce this new Event!
Choose on the day from the extensive three course Menu, inclusive of a glass of Red or White Wine.
During the lunch we will be serenaded by the Casino’s resident pianist and the personal service at our table by the attentive staff will ensure a most pleasant and enjoyable lunch.
After Coffee or Tea, relax in the lounge areas or why not enjoy a flutter on the gaming tables and machines.
Subject to availability this event may be opened up to family and friends from 1st May. A reserve list will exist for bookings in this respect.
Please book early to avoid disappointment. Payment by Cheque or by BACS accepted - see the March 2020 Events Sub-Committee Newsletter for booking details.
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED for the safety of our members and the wider community due to the situation with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Refunds will be issued for those who have paid by BACS, and cheques will be destroyed for those who have sent their payment by that method.
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A warm reception awaits at our first Event of 2020. Our President Andy Crow invites you to join him at Rochford Hundred Golf Club to enjoy an informal and relaxed three course Carvery Lunch which includes an array of delicious starters and desserts for you to choose from.
Please book early to avoid disappointment. Payment by Cheque or by BACS accepted - see the March 2020 Events Sub-Committee Newsletter for booking details.
UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED for the safety of our audience and performers due to the situation with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
ONLINE UPDATE: The Committee will host an online update on the evening of Wednesday 29th April 2020 in place of its Annual General Meeting (which has been deferred). Details on how to join the online update are available on the OSOS website www.osos.org.uk/news.
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Join the Organ Society for a mid-week recital from talented singers Voces Novae (which includes top students from both SHSB and SHSG). The programme will also feature music from the organ, and will explore some of the best compositions from the 16th Century to the present day with music by Morley, Bach, Wood, Chilcott (and more...)!
Tickets are available on the door (cash only) or via www.osos.org.uk/events in advance.
