37 events found.
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GCA Local Milton Keynes
Unity Place 200 Grafton Gate, Milton Keynes, United KingdomThis GCA Local event will be hosted by Amanda Fergusson and Danielle McCarthy at Unity Place in Milton Keynes—the venue where we’ll be holding the GCA Conference in September. This meet-up...
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St David’s Day
There is a quiet, beautiful joy in sending a card for St David’s Day on the 1st of March. As the first official celebration of spring, it’s the perfect moment...
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Virtual Coffee Morning – Jakki Brown & Warren Lomax – Max Publishing
Virtual EventGCA Virtual Coffee Mornings are informal 45–60 minute sessions giving members the chance to connect with fellow GCA members and hear directly from a GCA Council member.
This session will be hosted by Jakki Brown and Warren Lomax, long‑standing members of the greeting card industry with a combined 35 years of experience.
Jakki and Warren will share insights from their journey in the industry, reflecting on how it has evolved over the years, key lessons learned, and their perspective as GCA Council members.Get Tickets Free -
Dragons Speed Dating 2026
Business Design Centre Upper Street 52, Islington, London, United KingdomDragons Speed Dating is back! This GCA event gives greeting card publishers the chance to pitch their designs directly to leading retailers. It’s a fantastic opportunity to meet key retail...
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St Patrick’s Day
There’s a certain "luck of the Irish" that comes with opening a handwritten card on St. Patrick’s Day. Whether you have deep Celtic roots or are simply Irish for the...
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From Taking On Your First Employee to Expanding to the Dream Team
Virtual Event*** Your First Hire: Essential Guide ***
Liz Chiva from Hallidays HR hosts this practical webinar on hiring your first employee. You’ll cover legal obligations, recruitment essentials, and performance management. The session offers expert advice on scaling your business, fostering team culture, and adapting your leadership style to build a motivated, high-performing workforce with confidence.Get Tickets £25.00 -
Eid-Ul-Fitr
Eid-Ul-Fitr (aka Eid-Al-Fitr), often called the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," is one of the most significant and joyous dates in the Islamic calendar. It marks the conclusion of Ramadan,...
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Virtual Coffee Morning – Seth Woodmansterne – Woodmansterne Publications
Virtual EventThis session will be hosted by Seth Woodmansterne, Managing Director of Woodmansterne Publications, a third‑generation publishing business founded in 1953. Seth joined the family business in 2011 and completed a planned transition into the Managing Director role in 2020.
He’ll share insights into his journey in the greeting card industry, Woodmansterne work with leading licensing partners, its role as a broker publisher, and his perspective as a GCA Council member.Get Tickets Free -
Making the most of Instagram with Nicola Webster
Bring Your Instagram Strategy Up to Speed with Nicola Webster!
Join social media maestro Nicola Webster for a practical and inspiring session designed to sharpen your Instagram skills. We’ll start with setting up your profile for success, before diving into how to make the most of Instagram.
Nicola will walk you through Instagram’s latest features, the different posting formats and simple, effective tips and tricks to help your content stand out. Whether you’re new to the platform or looking to elevate your presence, this webinar will give you the tools and confidence to create impact and drive results
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St Georges Day
There is a unique, spirited charm in sending a St George’s Day card. It’s a moment to pause and celebrate the legendary gallantry and heritage that define the 23rd of...
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London Stationery Show
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Eid-Ul-Adha
Eid al-Adha, the "Festival of Sacrifice," is one of the most sacred dates in the Islamic calendar, marking the culmination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. It commemorates the devotion of...
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PG Live
Business Design Centre Upper Street 52, Islington, London, United KingdomProgressive Greetings Live is the UK’s only trade show dedicated exclusively to greeting cards, held each June at London’s Business Design Centre. GCA members enjoy a special discounted stand rate,...
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Home & Gift
HCC King's Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United KingdomHome and Gift is held each July in Harrogate in a combination of hotels, exhibition halls and marquees all within walking distance of the town centre and each other. Over...
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Autumn Fair
NEC North Avenue, Birmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomAutumn Fair is the sister event to Spring Fair, and largely follows the same format but is a smaller show. It takes place over four days from the first Sunday...
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Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year)
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is a time of profound reflection, repentance, and renewal. Marking the beginning of the "High Holy Days," this festival celebrates the creation of the...
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Thinking of You Week
Thinking of You Week is a special week that harnesses the emotional power of greeting cards to create a wave of love, caring and happiness. Sending and receiving handwritten notes and cards...
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2026 GCA Conference & AGM
FeaturedUnity Place 200 Grafton Gate, Milton Keynes, United KingdomGet Tickets £130.00 -
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Halloween
Sending Halloween cards is a spook-tacular way to connect with friends and family. It's like casting a happy little spell that delivers smiles right to their postboxes. Plus, it's a...
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St Andrew’s Day
Sending a card for St Andrew’s Day on the 30th of November is a beautiful way to usher in the winter season with a sense of kinship and "auld acquaintance."...
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Christmas
Sending Christmas cards each year is like the annual roll call for your social circle; it's a festive way to say, "Hey, I haven't forgotten you... yet!" It's a tradition...
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Chinese New Year
There is a profound sense of renewal and shared hope in sending a card for Chinese New Year. As we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new, a...
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Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day cards are the unsung heroes of February, bravely bearing the weight of our romantic aspirations on their papery shoulders. They're like love's little messengers, fluttering through letterboxes and...
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St David’s Day
There is a quiet, beautiful joy in sending a card for St David’s Day on the 1st of March. As the first official celebration of spring, it’s the perfect moment...
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Eid-Ul-Fitr
Eid-Ul-Fitr (aka Eid-Al-Fitr), often called the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," is one of the most significant and joyous dates in the Islamic calendar. It marks the conclusion of Ramadan,...
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St Patrick’s Day
There’s a certain "luck of the Irish" that comes with opening a handwritten card on St. Patrick’s Day. Whether you have deep Celtic roots or are simply Irish for the...
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St Georges Day
There is a unique, spirited charm in sending a St George’s Day card. It’s a moment to pause and celebrate the legendary gallantry and heritage that define the 23rd of...
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Eid-Ul-Adha
Eid al-Adha, the "Festival of Sacrifice," is one of the most sacred dates in the Islamic calendar, marking the culmination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. It commemorates the devotion of...
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Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year)
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is a time of profound reflection, repentance, and renewal. Marking the beginning of the "High Holy Days," this festival celebrates the creation of the...
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Halloween
Sending Halloween cards is a spook-tacular way to connect with friends and family. It's like casting a happy little spell that delivers smiles right to their postboxes. Plus, it's a...
