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23/10/2011 to 29/04/2012 ROBERT GILLMOR - RETROSPECTIVE
Internationally acclaimed wildlife artist and bird expert Robert Gillmor returns to his native Reading for the first large scale retrospective of his work in 30 years. Robert is well known for his masterful lino cut prints. They result from thousands of hours spent observing birds plus an exquisite sense of colour and superb draughtsmanship. They perfectly capture the subjects essence - ensuring there will be plenty for wildlife enthusiasts and art lovers alike to enjoy. All the original lino cut prints for Robert’s recent Royal Mail stamp series will be on show as will commissions as varied as humorous greetings cards and conservation posters. He has contributed illustrations to more than one hundred books and this aspect of his work will be represented by watercolours, line drawings and preparatory sketches.
Reading Museum & Town Hall, Reading, RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Exhibition Organiser 0118 937 3400 curator@readingmuseum.org.uk Event Web Site
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01/03/2012 to 28/04/2012 HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES
THE MILL AT SONNING
Meet three married couples. The Fosters, Frank and Fiona. The Phillips, Bob and Teresa. And the Featherstones, William and Mary… Frank employs Bob and William. Fiona is having an affair with Bob. Teresa is suspicious of Bob, who covers up his own adultery by shoving the blame onto his colleague William. William suspects Mary is having an affair. Fiona, to ward off Frank’s questioning, tells him that she has been comforting Mary, who also suspects William is having an affair… Got that? But of course, William and Mary are the innocent parties tangled in Fiona and Bob’s web of deceit. So when the Fosters and the Phillips are to entertain the Featherstones on successive nights, you can only imagine what complications, revelations and big laughs will ensue…
The Mill Theatre, Sonning Eye RG4 6TY
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 969 8000 admin@millatsonning.com Event Web Site
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03/03/2012 to 30/04/2012 ART EXHIBITION - By Belinda Darling
An evening show and sale of artist Belinda Darling´s work at the Old Boot Inn, Stanford Dingley, Nr Reading RG7 6LT. Only 10 mins from Junct 12. M4. Show up until end of April....www.belindadarling.com. The link and info on the pub is www.oldbootinn.co.uk
The Old Boot Inn, Stanford Dingley, RG7 6LT
MORE INFO: Belinda Sheppard 0118 971 3962 belindasheppard@yahoo.com Event Web Site
05/03/2012 to 30/04/2012 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR A NUTRITION STUDY
UNIVERSITY OF READING
The Hugh Sinclair Unit of Human Nutrition at the University of Reading is recruiting volunteers for a nutrition study to investigate the effects of different types of dietary fat on cardiovascular health. In this study we will change the types of fat in the diet and look at the potential impact on blood flow and blood vessel elasticity. We will supply, free of charge, foods such as spreads, cooking oils, and daily snacks which we would like you to exchange with your usual products for the 4-month study period. You will be reimbursed for your time. We are looking for non-smoking men and women aged 21-60 yr who are not diabetic or taking current medication for cholesterol, blood pressure or inflammatory conditions. If you are interested in participating, please contact the Nutrition Unit Manager, Jan Luff, & ask for the DIVAS study.
MORE INFO: Ms Jan Luff 0118 378 7771 j.e.luff@reading.ac.uk
27/03/2012 to 30/09/2012 READING AND ROYALTY EXHIBITION
READING MUSEUM
A display to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, featuring links between Reading and the Royal Family. The Museum has brought together a varied group of royal items from its collections. Adding to this display is a fantasy Jubilee celebration specially made for us by contemporary Reading knitters, The Outcasts.
Reading Museum & Town Hall, Reading RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Exhibitions Organiser 0118 937 3400 mail@readingmuseum.org.uk Event Web Site
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23/04/2012 to 29/04/2012 THE ORACLE FASHION WEEK
THE ORACLE SHOPPING CENTRE
The Oracle is playing host to a week of fashion, beauty and style this April, featuring inspiring catwalk shows, style, colour and beauty advice and much more to get your wardrobe ready for the new season. A sneak peek of just some of the trends on show will be available from Monday 23rd April, with themed displays showing shoppers what’s in store. From Wednesday 25th April shoppers will be treated to free consultations from expert advisors, including professional colour consultations, skincare advice, mini makeovers and perfume sampling. Visitors will also be able to get some top style tips from the daily Lunchtime Fashion Fix, a live style workshop showing shoppers how to transform their daytime outfits with just a few key accessories. Keep an eye out for special in store offers and entertainment too.In addition, a series of high-energy catwalk shows will showcase an array of key trends available from retailers at The Oracle, with shows throughout the day from Friday 27th – Sunday 29th April.Keep checking www.theoracle.com for the latest information.
The Oracle Centre, Reading
MORE INFO: Event Web Site
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24/04/2012 to 28/04/2012 MERRIE ENGLAND - WINDSOR AND ETON OPERA COMPANY
NORDEN FARM CENTRE FOR THE ARTS, MAIDENHEAD
The acclaimed Windsor and Eton Opera is delighted to present Merrie England, the perfect family show to kick-start your Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Merrie England combines rousing patriotic songs, royal pomp and pageantry. The production’s sumptuous royal regalia and costumes have been specially commissioned. The funny, touching and at times dramatic storyline, set in the Royal Borough itself, promises to deliver a moving and uplifting show that the audience will remember and treasure for a long, long time. Centring on Queen Elizabeth I’s visit to Windsor’s May Day celebrations, the storyline encompasses the fierce rivalry of her two suitors, a misguided witch hunt, and a dastardly, Spanish assassination plot!
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PF
MORE INFO: Box Office 01628 788997 boxoffice@nordenfarm.org Event Web Site
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24/04/2012 to 28/04/2012 LOVE ON THE TRACKS
THE WATERMILL - WEST BERKSHIRE PLAYHOUSE, NEWBURY
On a summer’s evening in 1890, a train pulls out of Moscow station. On board sit three fretful passengers, each with an extraordinary tale to tell. As their stories are played out in a series of delightful comic vignettes, the drama in the carriage tantalisingly unfolds. Love on the Tracks is a romantic comedy inspired by the early stories and farces of Anton Chekhov. Full of light-hearted humour and wonderfully eccentric characters, Love on the Tracks presents a 19th century world of dysfunctional marriage, traumatic romance and rampant infidelity - in a very modern way!
Watermill Theatre, Bagnor, Newbury RG20 8AE
MORE INFO: Box Office 01635 46044 boxoffice@watermill.org.uk Event Web Site
26/04/2012 to 05/05/2012 KATHERINE HOWARD
WOKINGHAM THEATRE
Opening on the wedding night of Henry VIII and his fourth wife, Anne of Cleves, and closing with the execution of his fifth wife, Katherine Howard, found guilty of adultery, Nicholson's play takes a slice of Tudor history and turns it into pure theatrical magic. A touching May-to-September romance; political intrigue, plots and betrayals; a pointed and sometimes comic portrayal of women's lives in Tudor times: all these, and more, are elements of this entertaining, thoughtful, intelligent play from the author of Shadowlands.
Wokingham Theatre, Twyford Road Wokingham RG40 5TU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 978 5363 boxoffice@wokinghamtheatre.org.uk Event Web Site
27/04/2012 ESSENCE OF IRELAND
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
Capturing the true spirit of the Emerald Isle, Essence of Ireland is a breathtaking show of brilliant choreography, superb musicianship and dazzling costumes. Described by the Irish World as "Entirely unique" and "Highly Recommended", the critically acclaimed Essence of Ireland is taking theatres by storm, with audiences continually left enthralled and spellbound by the high energy and outstanding dance routines that give the show the true Essence of Ireland.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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27/04/2012 to 29/04/2012 (POSTPONED/WEATHER) THE HENLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER. SEE WEBSITE LINK BELOW FOR DETAILS. The Henley International Film Festival 2012 is preparing to marry food and film in a bespoke designed venue in Henley on Thames. Visitors will have the opportunity to see the world’s best independent food cinema, meet some of the world's best directors and actors alongside the culinary delights of some of the UK’s best chefs all on the banks of the river Thames. Visitors will see cinema like never before through our nightly water wall projection, our indoor cinema dome, our mobile vintage cinema, food-hall, exhibition stands, food demonstrations, activities and special activity based kids zone and kids cinema. Lounge in comfort on our couples beanbags in the warmth of our spectacular cinema venue. Our cinema selection is drawing inspiration from the food delights , passion, love and food romance of France, Spain, Japan, Italy, Mexico, North Africa and the UK. THINK! Breakfast at Tiffany’s - Couscous - Whats Eating Gilbert Grape - Fried Green Tomatoes - Delicatessen etc. Watch these and much more in our specially designed cinema venue, all mixed in with some of the UK’s best and well known chefs. VENUE: MILL MEADOW - HENLEY ON THAMES STARTS FRIDAY 11AM AND FINISHES SUNDAY AT 9PM
Mill Meadows, Henley on Thames
MORE INFO: Lilja Marteins lilja@the-hiff.co.uk Event Web Site
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27/04/2012 FAMILY DISCO NIGHT IN AID OF ROBBIE THE ROBOT
Raising funds for Robbie the robot which operates on men with prostate and bowel cancer and making awareness of mens cancer.
burghfield CSA club james lane Burghfield RG30 3RS
MORE INFO: Steph Awbery 07990667503 steph@sawbery.freeserve.co.uk
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28/04/2012 CHARITY ZUMBATHON EVENT
Charity Zumbathon® Event Reading Raising funds for Family Resource Centre UK! Take part in this energetic, exhilarating, calorie burning 2 hours of Zumba® fitness routines and help us raise money for our Great Opportunities and children's projects which provide events and activities for children with additional needs. Leading the event will be Bella Nicolaides and a team of instructors all sharing their skills, and love of dancing – so be ready for an explosion of Samba, Salsa, Rumba Flamenco & lots more! Including a live DJ Raffle prizes to be won on the day Great stalls 1500 places available (booking early advised) On site café with special event prices on the day Are you able to keep up the pace for 2 hours? Single and team entries are both welcome! When: Saturday 28th April 2012 Where: Loddon Valley Leisure centre READING Age: 14+ (under 16 accompanied by an adult) Registration Forms: ALL participants need to fill in a registration form to take part in the event Registration: from 3pm Event: starting at 3.30pm till 5.30pm (with a refreshment break) Parking: FREE and ample parking on the day Early Bird sign up: £10 Lodden Valley members: £9 Sign up early and get your ticket to secure your place, all ticket sales go to the charity at http://zumbathoncharityevent.eventbrite.co.uk/ Get your sponsorship form for the event! Sponsorship is optional but it would be great to get family and friends to sponsor you dancing for 2 hours… What will my sponsorship money do? £25 could pay for 5 places on one of our children’s events £40 could pay for a sports coach hosting an event for up to 50 children £100 could fund 2 venues catering for over 100 children All money raised will go to Family Resource Centre and helping its Great Opportunities and children’s projects! Are you up for the challenge? Get healthy, stay fit, ditch the workout and join the party!!
Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, Rushey Way, Reading RG6 4GB
MORE INFO: Faith Sanderson faith.sanderson@familyresourcecentreuk.org Event Web Site
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28/04/2012 RSPCA CHARITY GIG
Five great acts playing covers from all genres and decades
RISC Global Cafe, 35-39 London Street, Reading RG1 4PS
MORE INFO: Simon Williams 07795383631 Simon_d_williams@hotmail.com
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28/04/2012 BEANPOLE DAY - GET YOUR GARDEN READY FOR SUMMER
Come and visit Caversham Court Gardens by the River Thames off Church Road, Caversham, RG4 7AD, and buy your very reasonably priced plants and plant supports for the summer. We have vegetable and ornamental plants grown by charitable organisations to raise funds and a range of beanpoles, peasticks and plant supports to grow them up. Our supports come from locally managed coppiced woodland and your purchase supports this traditional technique to maintain the habitat for wildlife. Greenwood furniture and pole lathe products also use this source of timber. There are a range of activities all day include guided walks, lichen hunts, pond dipping, making bird boxes and seed sowing organised by local environmental charities. The garden kiosk is open for light refreshments
Caversham Court Gardens
MORE INFO: tricia marcouse 0118 9268341 tricia@marcouse.com Event Web Site
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28/04/2012 THE PURPLE PROJECT
ARLINGTON ARTS, NEWBURY
The Purple Project represents the talents of some of the finest musicians working on the live circuit today: All highly experienced session musicians who’ve worked with members of many top bands including Deep Purple, Rainbow and Whitesnake to name but a few! The Band’s focus is on the music, unlike many other acts that simply ‘dress-up’ to look the part. Behind each performance lies a deeper understanding of the music - and of course a passion for recreating the unbelievable power and intensity of Deep Purple in full flight!
Arlington Arts Centre, Mary Hare School, Newbury RG14 3BQ
MORE INFO: Box Office 01635 244246 boxoffice@arlingtonarts.co.uk Event Web Site
28/04/2012 RED KITE (Ex-TEMPLE COOPER CLAUSE) - PLUS SUPPORT
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
Red Kite (milvus milvus) fronted by Reading's Dan Fisher (ex-The Cooper Temple Clause) are a new group from the northern-most tip of London who make music with an intense, widescreen grandeur that's as equally euphoric as it is melancholic. The band released their debut single Montreal at the tail end of last year to wide praise and received airplay on various stations including an XFM session for John Kennedy.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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28/04/2012 BABY AND CHILDREN'S MARKET - NEARLY-NEW SALE, PURLEY ON THAMES
Large selection of excellent quality nearly new baby & children's items for sale from birth to six years all under one roof! On offer will be lots of toys, clothes, push chairs, walkers, high chairs, maternity wear, books and so much more! Shop with us and save a fortune!
The Barn, Goosecroft Lane, off Beech Road, Purley on Thames, Reading RG8 8DR
MORE INFO: Leanne & Steve Taylor 07881 641614 info@babyandchildrensmarket.co.uk Event Web Site
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28/04/2012 RSPCA MUSIC NIGHT
7:00PM – 11:00PM @ RISC GLOBAL CAFÉ + BAR 35-39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PS 5 TALENTED ACTS PERFORM LIVE Mix of cover songs from different decades £10 ENTRY TICKETS Call 07989 202187 to be added to guest list ALL FUNDS GO TO HELPING ANIMALS AT THE RSPCA MAIDENHEAD + EAST BERKSHIRE BRANCH Charity number: 251481
RISC Global Cafe
MORE INFO: Hannah Lawman 07989 202187 lawmanhannah@hotmail.com
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29/04/2012 PARKINSON'S UK RUN - HIGHCLERE
Join Parkinson's UK charity 10K and kids' fun run.Take on our flat road race set in the beautiful grounds of Highclere Castle, the home of the ITV series Downton Abbey. We'll provide all 10K runners with chip timing, an exclusive breathable t-shirt and finisher's medal. Period fancy dress is welcome and there'll be a prize for the best costume.
Highclere Castle, Highclere Park, Highclere, Newbury RG20 9RN
MORE INFO: Maria Waugh 020 7932 1369 events@parkinsons.org.uk Event Web Site
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29/04/2012 CHAMPIONS PARADE FOR THE ROYALS!
Reading's clinical finish to the season brought them first the certainty of promotion, then the actual Championship winners' trophy. That will be among the many things on parade when the team and staff take a triumphant bus-top tour of the town before ending up at Madejski Stadium for more celebrations. It's a quid to get into the Mad Stad - going to charity - and the club is certain to underestimate the interest, so get there early! See the link for more details.
Town Centre and Madejski Stadium, Reading, RG2 0FL
MORE INFO: RFC Ticket Office 0844 249 1871 memberservices@readingfc.co.uk Event Web Site
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30/04/2012 JUST JHOOM! Bollywood Dance-Fitness Class!
Inspired by the glitz and glamour of Bollywood, Just Jhoom! is a brand new form of dancercise that’s energetic, sexy… and a great way to keep fit! Bored of the gym? Want something fun and inspiring? Then Just Jhoom! may be just the thing! Using Indian dance moves, Bollywood music and strengthening yoga-based exercises, we’ll make sure you get a really good workout without even realising that you are working out! This class will consist of a fantastic workout starting with a warm-up, 7-9 fast-paced routines and a yoga-inspired cool-down. Perfect for those of you who don’t want to worry about remembering a dance – but just want to dance! All abilities welcome – choreography is kept simple!
Rising Sun Arts Centre, 30 Silver Street, Reading, RG1 2ST
MORE INFO: Irem 07876753622 ireml@hotmail.com Event Web Site
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30/04/2012 FIFA 12 XBOX COMPETITION
Grosvenor Casino Reading are hosting a FIFA 12 XBOX competion on Monday 30th April at 7pm. £10 to enter and cash prizes for winner and runner up. A free £5 each included!
Grosvenor Casino Reading
MORE INFO: Simon Adams 01189839441 sm_gc-reading@rank.com Event Web Site
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01/05/2012 to 15/06/2012 LIFE FORCE VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION
CORN EXCHANGE, NEWBURY
In this year of the Olympic Games, visit our lively 2D exhibition where visual artists from Open Studios have been translating our national interest in sports, in their own individual manner and style. These works depict action, speed and verve, giving the viewer plenty to reflect on.
The Corn Exchange, Market Place Newbury RG14 5BD
MORE INFO: Box Office 01635 522733 admin@cornexchangenew.co.uk Event Web Site
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01/05/2012 to 05/05/2012 THE SOUND OF MUSIC
SOUTH HILL PARK ARTS CENTRE, BRACKNELL
The award-winning EBOS presents its latest offering. Set in the mountains of Austria during the late 1930s, at the time of the rising of the Third Reich, Maria Rainer, a postulant nun who struggles with the disciplined life at the Nonnberg Abbey, is sent to be governess to the seven children of Captain Von Trapp. There unveils a timeless musical based on actual events. This classic story of faith, love and national pride will warm the hearts of all.
South Hill Park, Ringmead, Bracknell RG12 7PA
MORE INFO: Box Office 01344 484123 sales@southhillpark.org.uk Event Web Site
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02/05/2012 PROFESSOR GREEN
RIVERMEAD LEISURE COMPLEX
One of the UK's best freestylers/rappers, Professor Green (real name Stephen Manderson) made a name for himself as a battle MC from Hackney, East London, winning the prestigious freestyle night 'Jump-Off' twice in a row, which brought him to the attention of talent scouts and The Streets band member Mike Skinner. Littering his lyrics with wry pop culture references, a sharp sense of humour and honesty, Professor Green has produced and collaborated with a host of musicians, including Lily Allen.
Rivermead Leisure Complex, Richfield Avenue, Reading
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
02/05/2012 RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
With over 425 major concert events behind them to date the British rock anthology concert production ''Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac'' has now performed to over 525,000 Mac fans Worldwide. This show has now established itself across the world as the ''Ultimate Celebration Concert'' to Fleetwood Mac and tours with Mick Fleetwood’s golden seal of approval.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
03/05/2012 JAMES BLACKSHAW
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
James Blackshaw performs celestial and spirit-lifting guitar-led compositions, mainly playing on 12-string acoustic guitar. Meditative in quality, cinematic in scope, his music spirals gracefully across complex patterns, motifs and harmonics.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
03/05/2012 JETHRO TULL'S IAN ANDERSON
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
Ian Anderson will undertake a series of tours commemorating the 40th anniversary of his Jethro Tull album Thick As A Brick. The No 1 Billboard Chart-topping Thick As A Brick album from 1972 will be played in its entirety, for the first time since its original tour. There will of course be some of the Jethro Tull hits thrown in for good measure.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
04/05/2012 HODIE SINGERS DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATION CONCERT
The Hodie Singers, a vocal ensemble made up of professional singers from across the country, will be hosting an afternoon of English music, sparkling wine and home-made shortbread! Music will include works by Vaughan-Williams, Parry, Elgar and Byrd. Tickets will be available on the door or can be reserved by emailing hodiesingers@gmail.com
The Church of Earley St Peter, Church Road, RG6 1EY
04/05/2012 THE OSMONDS UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL - THE FINAL TOUR
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
For over five decades The Osmond Brothers have been entertaining sold out crowds throughout the world and 2012 marks the year of their biggest ever UK Tour. The tour will take fans on a journey through their many unforgettable hits - from classics such as "One Bad Apple", "Down By The Lazy River", “Let Me In” and "Love Me For A Reason" to “Crazy Horses” and “Long Haired Lover From Liverpool” – the 1972 number One from Jimmy, who has more recently appeared in London’s West End in Grease and Chicago.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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04/05/2012 OVER 30s PARTY FOR SINGLES AND COUPLES
Unmissable! Every Friday, party night for over 30s from 8.30pm till 1am. Singles and couples welcome. Terrific music, super dance floor, great atmosphere, friendly people and FREE on-site car parking. No wonder it's where all the over 30s go! 15% OFF DRINKS 8.30PM-9.30PM SO COME EARLY! At Bird Hills Golf Club, Clubhouse, Drift Rd, off Hawthorn Hill (A330), nr Maidenhead SL6 3ST. Tickets on door. Smart dress, no denim, trainers, T shirts, etc. Right of adm. reserved. Details and more events: www.dance-parties.co.uk 01344 870277 or 07913 400444
Bird Hills Golf Club, Drift Road off Hawthorn Hill (A330) Maidenhead, SL6 3ST
MORE INFO: Gill or Brian 01344 870277 info@dancepartiesplus.co.uk Event Web Site
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05/05/2012 STEWART FRANCIS - OUTSTANDING IN HIS FIELD!
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
The star of 'Mock The Week', 'Michael McIntyre's Roadshow' and 'Live At The Apollo', embarks on a brand new tour with a fantastic and hilarious new show!
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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05/05/2012 JERUSALEM QUARTET WITH ALEXANDER MELNIKOV, PIANO
THE CONCERT HALL, READING
The Jerusalem Quartet have won an enviable reputation as one of the most exciting and stimulating ensembles around and continue to be both regular and popular visitors to major venues throughout the world. For this concert they are joined by the celebrated Russian pianist Alexander Melnikov in performances of Schumann’s two highly romantic and lyrical works for piano and strings.
The Concert Hall, Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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05/05/2012 OVER 30s MAY DAY BANK HOLIDAY PARTY, SINGLES AND COUPLES
With a lovely long weekend to enjoy, you'll be looking to dance, romance, meet new people and make new friends. And our party tonight is just the place so we look forward to seeing you! ... Blue Mountain Golf Club, Wood Lane, Binfield, Bracknell RG42 4EX. 8.30pm until 1am. Admission: Ladies £8, Gents £10. Smart dress, no denim, trainers, T shirts, etc. Right of adm. reserved. Details and more events: www.dancepartiesplus.co.uk. Tel: 01344 870277 or 07913 400444
Blue Mountain Golf Club (Binfield)
MORE INFO: Gill or Brian 01344 870277 info@dancepartiesplus.co.uk Event Web Site
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05/05/2012 KNOW YOUR HISTORY - STAR WARS NIGHT
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
For it's second helping in this, it's second year, Readings coolest club takes you to a galaxy far far away! Celebrating the 35th Birthday of the original film, KYH will be pulling out all the stops! Playing live will be TROJAN WERKHORSE HITMACHINE, donned in Mexican wrestling masks and headed up by the infamous El Diablo, they play punk/ new wave covers of everything from Roxy Music to Beyonce and they have to be seen to be believed. Also on the bill are the immense KREMLINS, last time they played KYH they brought the house down and the greatest disc jockey in Reading, MIKEY!
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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06/05/2012 ANDY HAMILTON
THE CONCERT HALL, READING
ANDY HAMILTON is one of Britain's best loved comedy performers and writers. In his one-man show he serves up a night brimming with jokes, stories, anecdotes and behind-the-scenes gossip. Andy is known to millions for his appearances on TV shows such as ‘Have I Got News For You’ and ‘QI’. He is co-creator and co-writer of the hit sitcom ‘Outnumbered’, which is now in to its fourth series, and was also co-creator and co-writer of the classic Channel 4 TV sitcom ‘Drop the Dead Donkey’.
The Concert Hall, Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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06/05/2012 SINGALONG-A-SOUND OF MUSIC - for SCOPE
CORN EXCHANGE, NEWBURY
The smash-hit musical show that has been all around the world and is now back in Newbury. For those of you not yet converted, Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music is a screening of the classic Julie Andrews film musical in glorious, full-screen technicolor, complete with subtitles so that the whole audience can sing along! Then of course there is the famous fancy-dress competition in which everyone who has come in costume is invited onto the stage to show off their fantastic tailoring skills. So get those vocal chords warmed up, cut up those chintz curtains and hurry down for the perfect night out.Fancy dress is not obligatory but highly recommended! All proceeds will be donated to SCOPE, the leading UK disability charity for children and adults with cerebral palsy providing information, help and vital support.
The Corn Exchange, Market Place Newbury RG14 5BD
MORE INFO: Andy Pocock 07584 660869 andy.pocock34@gmail.com Event Web Site
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06/05/2012 BANK HOLIDAY PARTY LOVE NIGHT AT REVOLUTION
Bank Holiday people! Come and get on it (Responsibly of course) with £3 dbl vodka redbull and £2.50 Jagerbombs! Woop woop tonight is party love!
Revolution, Station Road, Reading RG1
MORE INFO: Hutch Edwards - via e-mail info@touchparty.co.uk Event Web Site
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08/05/2012 BRIT FLOYD - THE WORLD'S GREATEST PINK FLOYD SHOW
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
A brand new show celebrating the amazing musical legacy of Pink Floyd. Having performed to over 50,000 fans in the UK in 2011, BRIT FLOYD - The World's Greatest Pink Floyd Show, is proud to announce that it will return to the UK for the second time in May and June 2012 to perform its brand new show, 'A Foot In The Door'.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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08/05/2012 to 19/05/2012 DRY ROT
THEATRE ROYAL, WINDSOR
A crooked bookie and his two accomplices devise a cunning ‘get rich quick’ plan; to kidnap the odds-on favourite horse and replace it with their own decrepit nag. But Honest Alf, Flash Harry and Fred find more hurdles than they bargained for on their way to the final post – a comatose horse, a blossoming love affair and a bewildered French jockey all see chaos reign under the roof of the eccentric Colonel Wagstaff and his wife.
Theatre Royal, Thames Street, Windsor SL4 1PS
MORE INFO: Box Office 01753 853 888 info@theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk Event Web Site
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08/05/2012 STEWED! One-pot meal kiosk opens
The first takeaway kiosk for this nationally available range of one-pot meals opens at Reading train station, serving the stewed! signature healthy, wholesome, gluten-free, recipes; all created by Leiths trained chef, Alan Rosenthal. Serving a mix and match menu from breakfast through to dinner ...
Reading train station
MORE INFO: Lisa Jones 07968 963456 lisa@dandelionpr.co.uk Event Web Site
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09/05/2012 KARIMA FRANCIS
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
Blackpool based Karima is about to grab 2012 by the scruff of its neck with a massive 22-date spring tour, taking her much lauded live show to every major UK town or city. Karima’s autobiographical lyrics are brought to life by her inimitable voice. She returns with her eagerly anticipated second album ‘The Remedy’, the follow-up to 2009’s critically acclaimed debut ‘The Author’.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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09/05/2012 to 12/05/2012 TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA
SOUTH HILL PARK ARTS CENTRE, BRACKNELL
In this modern reworking of Shakespeare’s comedy, which is set in a post-apocalyptic world where the Mafia dominate, two youths, Valentine and Proteus, are on the cusp of adulthood. The ambitious Valentine is eager to travel, and embrace his father’s aspirations of advancement in the mafia ranks by frequenting the Milanese club, ‘The Royal Court’. However, the narcissistic Proteus is governed by libidinal desire, choosing to languish in his lustful malaise for Julia in Verona. Although Valentine initially seems immune to the malady of love, he soon contracts it when he encounters Silvia, but their courtship is derailed when Proteus is forced to abort his plans of remaining idle at home and accompany Valentine at the club.
South Hill Park, Ringmead, Bracknell RG12 7PA
MORE INFO: Box Office 01344 484123 sales@southhillpark.org.uk Event Web Site
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09/05/2012 to 18/05/2012 PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY EVENING CLASS
The ten-week evening course offers study into everyday philosophy, organised by The Berkshire School of Philosophy, part of a large international educational charity (reg. no 313115)
The Baptist Church, South St, Caversham
MORE INFO: Brian Jarvis, tutor, The Berkshire School of Philosophy 0118 987 4078 brian@orchardrg2.fsnet.co.uk Event Web Site
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10/05/2012 SIMON AMSTELL: NUMB
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
READING has a rich sporting heritage, and that is being celebrated with a new exhibition at Reading Museum. Cheering on Reading at the Madejski Stadium, running and cycling in Palmer Park or watching Anne Packer surge to Olympic gold on television in 1964 - sport gives many of us Redingensians (yes, no 'a'!) great enjoyment.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
10/05/2012 MILES JUPP - FIBBER IN THE HEAT
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
After pulling a few strings and telling some little lies, an unprepared and unqualified Jupp heads to India with the English press to embark on a month long, sun-soaked disaster (and some minor triumphs). A sorry tale of how he attempted to become a cricket journalist by the unlikely, ill –thought out and dishonest method of pretending to be one.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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10/05/2012 to 16/06/2012 OF MICE AND MEN
THE WATERMILL - WEST BERKSHIRE PLAYHOUSE, NEWBURY
Lennie and George drift from ranch to ranch like tumbleweed, looking for work. They are two amongst thousands of farm workers destined to a lonely life on the road in America during the height of the Great Depression. But unlike so many other guys, they have each other for company - friends in a hostile world. They share a dream of owning their own little place someday, where they’ll live off the fat of the land.
Watermill Theatre, Bagnor, Newbury RG20 8AE
MORE INFO: Box Office 01635 46044 boxoffice@watermill.org.uk Event Web Site
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11/05/2012 WHOLE LOTTA LED
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
Being the only full time, professional Led Zeppelin tribute band, approved by Jimmy Page and recently recommended by Classic Rock magazine as one of the best tribute bands in the UK, Whole Lotta Led are about as good as it gets. They’re a massively impressive live act in their own right, who have played over 1,000 live shows in their history. Expect all the classics: Whole Lotta Love, Stairway to Heaven, Black Dog, etc, plus affectionate renditions of rarer material.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
11/05/2012 JUFFAGE + PET CAT + JOE MARSHALL
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
Three great acts, including two from Reading. Juffage come from Leeds, while Pet Cat, and ace guitarist Joe Marshall are from Reading.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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12/05/2012 to 03/06/2012 CONTEXT - AN EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS BY CHRIS STEVENS
READING-based art organisations, roves and roams and Jelly, are working together to produce "Context", a town-wide exhibition of work by Chris Stevens. The London artist, who graduated from Reading University in 1978, has since exhibited internationally and was awarded the BP Portrait Award from the National Portrait Gallery in the ‘90’s. Stevens says of his work: “I always use figures in my paintings. I use them to challenge the preconceptions we have about people due to media stereotyping. The paintings are concerned with identity, class, race, gender and the environment. This narrative is an essential element in my work”. The notion behind Context is to support the use of alternative creative space in order to reach new audiences and reconceptualise the ways we experience public art. Between Saturday 12th May and Saturday 3rd June, the paintings will be on show at various spots around Reading town centre with locations including windows in Broad Street Mall and the Oracle.
Various in Reading Town Centre
MORE INFO: Lucy Ann Hobbs 07854 980 230 lucy@rovesandroams.com Event Web Site
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12/05/2012 ALASDAIR ROBERTS WITH MAIRI MORRISON - THE URSTAN DUO
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
Urstan is a unique collaboration between Gaelic singer Mairi Morrison and Scottish folk singer and songwriter Alasdair Roberts, brought to fruition by Ceol's Craic, a Glaswegian club devoted to promoting Gaelic arts.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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12/05/2012 READING SCHOOL SPRING FAYRE
Reading School Parents' Association hold their Annual Spring Fayre on Saturday May 12, to raise vital funds for the School. Times Noon to 3pm.
Reading School, Erleigh Road, RG1 5LW
MORE INFO: Frances Greaney 0118 9015600 ext 264 fgreaney@reading-school.co.uk Event Web Site
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12/05/2012 OPEN GARDEN EVENT
Come and visit Berkshire’s hidden gem of a garden at one of our open days in 2012, run as part of the NGS events. Thrive’s gardens are not usually open to the public, so these days offer the chance for people to visit some fantastic gardens (including our Gold Medal winning Chelsea garden and our Hearts and Minds Garden) and find out more about how we use gardening to help people with disabilities. There is a beautiful and interesting three-acre Victorian walled garden to stroll around which includes a conservation area, Potager, Japanese garden, Secret Garden, bee and butterfly area and allotments at the rear of the garden. Entrance is suggested donation of £3.50 (£1 children aged 5-15). Saturday May 12 - Spring Fair and Open Gardens, 11am to 4pm. Local produce, stalls, music, spring plants, light lunches, cakes, formal garden tours with horticultural therapists, hanging basket workshops, children's activities, new garden opening.
Trunkwell Garden, Beech Hill, Reading. RG7 2AT
MORE INFO: Tina Rhodes 01189 885688 tina.rhodes@thrive.org.uk Event Web Site
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13/05/2012 BERKSHIRE MAESTROS STRING FESTIVAL
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
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The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
15/05/2012 AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE WATERBOYS
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
THE WATERBOYS were formed in 1983 by Mike Scott and became famous for their powerful live performances and majestic alternative rock albums such as A Pagan Place and This Is The Sea, which included their biggest hit The Whole Of The Moon. After the recruitment of Irish fiddle maestro Steve Wickham, the band created their million-selling album Fisherman's Blues, on which Scott's original and unusual songwriting was merged with older musics - country, trad, blues and gospel - to electrifying effect.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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15/05/2012 TEACH-MEET AT THE ABBEY SCHOOL
Free teaching and learning sharing event at the Abbey School, Reading. Come along and enjoy an informal evening listening to teaching professionals share their classroom practices. No pressure to present, just come along and be inspired.
The Abbey Girls School, Kendrink Road, Reading
MORE INFO: Teachable Foundation 01256 636200 allyson@teachable.co.uk Event Web Site
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16/05/2012 LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL - WITH JILL YORK
THE CONCERT HALL, READING
The Concert Hall presents a series of lunchtime organ recitals by locally and nationally renowned organists. All recitals begin at 1.00pm, and last approximately 45 minutes.
The Concert Hall, Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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16/05/2012 READING COLLEGE OPEN EVENING
From A Levels to Apprenticeships, find the right course for you at the Reading College Open Day. Running from 6.00pm – 8.30pm, you can meet our tutors, tour the facilities, meet local employers and have access to free guidance and advice.
Reading College, Kings Road, RG1 4HJ
MORE INFO: Student Services 0800 371 434 enquiries@reading-college.ac.uk Event Web Site
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16/05/2012 HISTORY PIN TASTER SESSION
Reading was at the centre of early developments in photography and was one of the first places to be recorded by photography. William Henry Fox Talbot, a pioneer of photography, set up one of the world’s first commercial photographic studios in Reading in 1844. So it's appropriate that Reading Museum is running a HistoryPin project, which matches old-style photographs with the modern day equivalent.
Reading Central Library, King's Road, Reading RG1 (Nr the end of Broad Street)
MORE INFO: Amanda Holland 0118 984 4867 amandaonthehill@yahoo.co.uk Event Web Site
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17/05/2012 CONCRETE KNIVES - PLUS SUPPORT
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
French band Concrete Knives, return to the UK this May after the phenomenal reaction to their glorious January UK debut EP ‘You Can’t Blame The Youth’. Steve Lamacq was an early champion for the band, inviting them into the BBC studios for their first UK radio interview as his ‘New Favourite Band’. The lead track ‘Youth Compass’ also made the XFM playlist, and picked up strong support from Q Radio and Amazing Radio; as well as coverage in Artrocker, The Guardian, The Line of Best Fit, and This is FAKE DIY.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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17/05/2012 to 19/05/2012 BUMS ON SEATS!
Caversham Park Theatre are pleased to present: Bums on Seats – a comedy by Michael Snelgrove Take at tatty provincial theatre, a psychopathic set designer and a lecherous drunken author. Combine with a suicidal rabbit, freeloading councillors and British Rail (Catering division). Act one: meet everyone involved in the production whilst “Fecund” runs in the background. Act Two: Meet the audience, an equally mixed and unharmonious group. Chaos descends into madness just as the group’s major sponsor Aaron Zoffany III arrives. May 17th-19th 8pm Recreation Wing, The Milestone Centre, Caversham Park Village RG4 6PF Box office: 01189 481 377 Online booking: http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/cavparktheatre Website: http://www.cavparktheatre.org.uk/
Recreation Wing, The Milestone Centre, Caversham Park RG4 6PF
MORE INFO: Bob Sturgess 01189 481 377 sturge@cavparktheatre.org.uk Event Web Site
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18/05/2012 READING ROCK'N'ROLL
Live band 'Greggi-G & His Crazy Gang' plus DJ at 3RS 1950s club. Huge, lively dance floor, low bar prices and hot food. £10 admission on the door. James Lane, RG30 3RS.
Burghfield Community Sports Association
MORE INFO: Debra Tompkins 07748391776 debra.tompkins@btinternet.com Event Web Site
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18/05/2012 OVER 30s PARTY FOR SINGLES AND COUPLES
Every Friday, party night for over 30s from 8.30pm till 1am. Singles and couples welcome. Terrific music, super dance floor, great atmosphere, friendly people and FREE on-site car parking. No wonder it's where all the over 30s go! 15% OFF DRINKS 8.30PM-9.30PM SO COME EARLY! At Bird Hills Golf Club, Clubhouse, Drift Rd, off Hawthorn Hill (A330), nr Maidenhead SL6 3ST. Tickets on door. Smart dress, no denim, trainers, T shirts, etc. Right of adm. reserved. Details and more events: www.dance-parties.co.uk 01344 870277 or 07913 400444
Bird Hills Golf Club, Drift Road off Hawthorn Hill (A330) Maidenhead, SL6 3ST
MORE INFO: Gill or Brian 01344 870277 info@dancepartiesplus.co.uk Event Web Site
19/05/2012 OVER 30s PARTY FOR SINGLES AND COUPLES
Dance, romance, meet new people, make new friends at this party for over 30s. Singles and couples welcome. The fun starts at 8.30pm through until 1am with great music from our top DJ. This venue has a terrific dance floor, great atmosphere and free on-site parking too. Tickets on the door. At The Hilton Hotel, St Andrews Suite, Bagshot Rd (A322), Bracknell, RG12 0QJ. Whether you're coming with friends or on your own, we'll give you a warm welcome, and we've lots more events coming up for you to enjoy. Smart casual, no denim, trainers, T shirts, etc. Right of admission reserved. Details and more events: www.dance-parties.co.uk 01344 870277 or 07913 400444
Hilton Hotel (Bracknell)
MORE INFO: Gill or Brian 01344 870277 info@dancepartiesplus.co.uk Event Web Site
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19/05/2012 MITCH BENN AND THE DISTRACTIONS - ODE WARRIOR
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
From BBC Radio 4’s Sony nominated “Now Show”, BBC1’s “One Show” and BBC1’s “Watchdog” multi-award winner Mitch Benn and his band take to the road in a two hour show packed with new songs and old favourites including “I’m Proud Of The BBC” which reached No 11 in the Official Independent Singles Charts. Described by The Times as “the country’s leading musical satirist”, this is a show for music and comedy fans of all ages.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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19/05/2012 UK WOLF CONSERVATON TRUST OPEN DAY
Come and visit the Trust on our next open day. See our twelve wolves, including the Beenham cubs and the UK's only Arctic wolves. Take photos from our raised observation platform. Learn the differences between European, North American & Canadian wolves. We've plenty to see and do! As well as the wolves, we'll have the following:• Quirks' Animal Roadshow• Ferret Racing• Archery• Children's Activities, including face-painting, a bouncy castle and pond-dipping• Birds of Prey demonstrations• Hug a HuskyThe UKWCT shop will be open for you to purchase souvenirs of the day. Free parking is available and there are toilets on-site. Hot food will be available from a catering company and there's plenty of room for picnicking if you'd rather bring your own food. The site is accessible for those with mobility scooters and wheelchairs. Adults £7, Children 3-12 & Senior Citizens £5, Children under 3 Free.Please note: no dogs are allowed on-site or to be left in parked cars, due to the likelihood of warm temperatures.Tickets may be purchased via the website shop, on 0118 971 3330 or on the day at the gate.Gates Open 11am - 5pm
UK Wolf Conservation Trust, Butlers Farm, Beenham, Reading, Berks, RG7 5NT
MORE INFO: Lynn Kent 0118 971 3330 ukwct@ukwolf.org Event Web Site
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19/05/2012 LOCAL AUTHOR SHOWCASE
Reading Libraries are delighted to be showcasing three local authors who will be talking about their work. Tom Fort’s latest book The A303: Highway to the Sun is published this month. Part travel guide, part history book, it offers a fascinating insight into the history of one the essential routes of English motoring. Annie Murray hit The Times bestseller list with Birmingham Rose when it was published in 1995. She has subsequently written many other successful novels. Annie will be talking about her writing including her latest book My Daughter, My Mother. Chris Rhodes is based in Caversham. His debut novel, University Shambles, a bitingly accurate observational satire based at the newly fledged Evergreen Epstein University, has been described as “very David Lodge”.
Reading Central Library, King's Road, Reading RG1 (Nr the end of Broad Street)
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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19/05/2012 A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM
READING MUSEUM
A fabulous chance to stay overnight with us at the Museum. Includes making something crafty to take away and an after dark tour of the galleries, finishing with some spooky stories and a midnight feast. Breakfast included. Limited places available.
Reading Museum & Town Hall, Reading RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Museum night organiser 0118 937 3400 mail@readingmuseum.org.uk Event Web Site
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19/05/2012 LEGENDS MATCH - EX-WYCOMBE X1 v EX-READING X1
IF you're missing your football already, and you need a quick fix, then head for Wycombe's Adams Park tomorrow (Saturday), where the clock turns back with a star-studded Legends match between the Royals and the Chairboys. It's to mark the start of Wycombe's 125th anniversary celebrations, but a glance at the two line-ups indicates that this will be much more than a jokey kick-about between a couple of dozen old fogeys. Royals Legends organiser George Friel has put together a squad which, if this were their heyday, would be a match for any championship team. Several Royal names from the great near-miss side of 1994-95 will be on parade, including skipper Ady Williams, Mick Gooding, Michael Gilkes and Simon Osborn. Others who will be wearing the famous hoops again include Barry Hunter, Martyn Williams, Kevin Watson, Jamie Cureton, Stuart Gray, Tom Jones, Stuart Beavon snr and Neville Roach. The ex-Wycombe X1 will be led by Keith Scott, who also played 35 games for Reading between 1999 and 2001 - and it also includes another ex-Royal, Paul Bodin.
Adams Park, High Wycombe
MORE INFO: Ticket Office 01494 472100 wwfc@wwfc.com Event Web Site
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20/05/2012 BABAR THE ELEPHANT: Children's Concert
Our annual Children's Concert in Reading Minster will be on 20th May. This year's programme features Babar The Elephant by Poulenc, along with Stefan's tour around the instruments of the orchestra and an art exhibition by local schools. Fun for all ages!
Reading Minster, St Mary's Butts, Reading
MORE INFO: RSO Box Office 0118 986 0707 / 973 5517 tickets@rso.org.uk Event Web Site
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20/05/2012 READING BOWLING CLUB OPEN DAY
Open/Fun Day at Reading Bowling Club. Come and Try Bowls for Free! Refreshments/Stalls/Joining offers.
94 Kendrick Road Reading RG1 5DW
MORE INFO: Liz Greenough 07771806194 elizabeth.greenough@virginmedia.co.uk Event Web Site
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21/05/2012 BEGINNERS' CROCHET CLASSES
10 - 12 Mondays A series of classes for absolute beginners and 'just-starteds' learning the basics and getting you going on a very satisfying and current craft.
HobbyCraft, Reading
MORE INFO: Victoria Stott 01189411286 vickyfully@hotmail.com
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22/05/2012 to 26/05/2012 THE SAINSBURY SINGERS PRESENT - THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
The Sainsbury Singers present Thoroughly Modern Millie, a high-spirited musical romp that has all of New York dancing the Charleston. It's the zany new 1920s musical that has taken Broadway by storm. It’s 1922 and New York is full of intrigue and jazz. A time when women were entering the workforce and the rules of love and social behaviour were changing forever. Millie Dillmount arrives in search of a new life for herself, but Thoroughly Modern Millie soon finds herself embroiled in a more sinister side of the Big Apple.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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23/05/2012 THE FINAL SEVEN
SOUTH STREET ARTS CENTRE, READING
An exciting and original dance performance by final year students on the BTEC Extended Diploma Performing Arts course. Don't miss this opportunity to catch these talented dancers and choreographers of the future before they embark on the next step in their careers. There will be original choreography in dance styles ranging from Contemporary to Street to Musical Theatre, plus dances inspired by Richard Alston and Bob Fosse. If you love dance, you will love this show!
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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24/05/2012 ANDY ABRAHAM'S HISTORY OF THE BIG BANDS TOUR
THE CONCERT HALL, READING
Welcome to the History of the Big Bands Tour! Prepare to be taken on a musical journey back to the era of swing with Andy Abraham and his incredible 13 piece band. Your evening will be filled with toe tapping tunes from the thirties and forties from all of the most memorable band leaders from the Big Band era. Enjoy being transported back to when every dance hall was a ball room filled with the driving pulse of quick rhythm percussion and the cool whirr of the brass section. The unforgettable songs that have stood the test of time and the unparalleled musical standards will feature in this spectacular night for your entertainment. Get excited for an extraordinary night of glamour and romance with your band leader for the night Andy Abraham.
The Concert Hall, Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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24/05/2012 GET YOUR QUIZ ON THIS DEMENTIA AWARENESS WEEK AND HELP RAISE VITAL FUNDS
Alzheimer’s Society is encouraging people to get talking about dementia this Dementia Awareness Week™ (20 – 26 May 2012). People are invited to attend a quiz night on Thursday 24th May at Déjà vu, Reading from 7pm. Teams of 6 can enter for just £5 a head, which includes a finger buffet and a pop at the prize - £60 of Oracle vouchers donated by Henry Green Plumbers, a meal and a show for two at The Mill at Sonning, and dinner for four at Nandos. Sian Day, Community Fundraiser at Alzheimer’s Society says: ‘We are so grateful to Déjà Vu and everyone who has been so kind as to donate prizes and their time to help make the evening a success. We hope lots of people will join us this Dementia Awareness Week™. Dementia is not a natural part of ageing, and it’s not just about losing your memory. It is thanks to our volunteers organising events like these that we are able to continue our vital work; supporting people to live well with dementia.” Alzheimer’s Society is also hoping that local businesses and individuals will hold their own fundraising events between 20 – 26 May 2012 to raise valuable funds for people with dementia and their carers. There are over 800,000 people in the UK living with nearly 9,000 in Berkshire alone. To show your support and enter a team, email alzsocrdg@gmail.com or call 07854 193848. Dementia Awareness Week 2012 is sponsored by Saga Homecare. Together Alzheimer’s Society and Saga Homecare hope to maximise awareness and understanding of dementia across the UK.
Deja Vu, 60-61 St Marys Butts, RG1 2LG
MORE INFO: 07854 193848 alzsocrdg@gmail.com
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25/05/2012 POUNDWORLD OPENS FIRST STORE IN READING
Family-owned single price retailer Poundworld has announced the opening of its new store in Reading which will create 30 new retail jobs for the town. Officially opening to the public at 10am on Friday 25th May, the new Poundworld store at 35-36 High Street will help cost conscious shoppers beat the recession by offering a ‘value’ alternative to other high street retailers. With massive savings on leading brands such as Cadbury’s, Coca Cola and Johnson’s, the huge store offers over 5,000 products for the purse friendly price of £1. The vast range includes household essentials, textiles, toiletries and groceries, making it ideal for local shoppers looking to cut the cost of their everyday shop. Chris Edwards Junior, trading director at Poundworld, said: “We’re really delighted to be opening our first store in Reading, creating 30 new jobs for the town. Busy shoppers can take advantage of the great location in order to stock up on our fantastic offers and brands. “We look forward to welcoming customers through our doors and we hope our new store will prove a big hit with savvy shoppers in Reading.
35-36 High Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7QG
MORE INFO: Calvin 0113 243 1117 calvin@lucre.co.uk Event Web Site
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25/05/2012 A FRIDAY NIGHT TO REMEMBER ROBIN FRIDAY
READING MUSEUM
DESPITE a notable lack of success, Reading had a fair sprinkling of talented players during the mid-1970s. None, however, could match the legendary Robin Friday for outrageous talent - and outrageous behaviour on and off the field. Now Reading Museum, as part of its ongoing "Bikes, Balls and Biscuitmen" sporting exhibition, is to hold a Robin Friday special night of nostalgia tonight (Friday). It will feature a talk by Roger Titford, author of "The Legend of Robin Friday" and discussion and questions with Tommy Youlden and Gordon Cumming, once team-mates of Robin's. There will be photos, film clips, reminiscences and, of course, a bar.
Reading Museum & Town Hall, Reading RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Events Organiser 0118 939 9800 mail@readingmuseum.org.uk Event Web Site
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26/05/2012 QUEN'S DIAMOND JUBILEE FETE AT MAPLEDURHAM PLAYING FIELDS
The Warren and District Residents Association (WADRA) is very proud to announce they will be holding a Summer Fete to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and of course, the Summer Olympics. It's an afternoon of fun, and entertainment for the whole family. All proceeds to go to the regeneration of the Mapledurham Pavilion & Community Hall. From 12 to 6, admission free - see website link below for programme and entertainment running order.
Mapledurham Pavilion and Playing Fields - off A4074 Woodcote Road, Reading
MORE INFO: Warren and District Residents Association 07540 822898 info@wadra.org.uk Event Web Site
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26/05/2012 READING PHOENIX CHOIR - FOR DUCHESS OF KENT HOUSE CHARITY
Reading Phoenix Choir Concert Join us for an uplifting and entertaining concert in the beautiful Long Gallery and surroundings of Englefield House with the award winning Reading Phoenix Choir. Considered to be one of the finest amateur choirs in the UK. The 50 strong choir sings a wide range of styles from sacred pieces, traditional songs, spirituals and popular items with something for everyone! From Handel to Tavener, Debussy to Elgar, Cole Porter to ABBA! The concert is predicted to sell out, so be sure to book early! Entrance and exit are by the Main Drive Gates ONLY. Not through the village. Adults: £14.00 (includes pre-concert drink on arrival) Under 16’s: £7.00 (includes pre-concert soft drink on arrival) Tickets available from Duchess of Kent House Charity. www.dokhc.org.uk. Tel: 0118 939 4889
Englefield Estate - The Long Gallery
MORE INFO: Sue Day 0118 939 4889 sue.day@dokhc.org.uk Event Web Site
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26/05/2012 to 03/06/2012 SUMMER FASHION WEEK AT EDEN
Come and discover Eden shopping centre’s exciting fashion events from Saturday 26th May to Sunday 3rd June. Kicking the week off, on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th May, are our spectacular catwalk shows, showcasing this summer’s sizzling fashion style and including special guest appearances from the Up Front Breast Cancer Support Group. If you’re looking for a real treat, register for a chance to win two passes to our VIP Show hosted by ITV This Morning’s Wendy Elsmore, and featuring high-end brands such as Biba and Ted Baker, and including a glass of bubbly (see www.edenshopping.co.uk/vip). For free beauty advice, makeovers and hairstyling visit The Style Clinic outside House of Fraser. There will be FREE colour analysis consultations and dress for your shape advice at The Style Clinic from a leading style consultant so make sure and pay her a visit for one to one advice. Throughout the week, there’s exclusive events from House of Fraser, Charles Fish Boutique, New Look, Evans and many more (see www.edenshopping.co.uk/exclusiveevents for more details), and Eden are running a very special promotion during Fashion Week where customers can qualify for a two-for-one hotel break (www.edenshopping.co.uk/special-offers) amongst other offers such as free beauty treatments from Skin Perfect and Adorn Beauty.
Eden Shopping Centre, Town Centre, High Wycombe HP11 2DQ
MORE INFO: Events Organiser 01494 768068 customerservices@edenshopping.co.uk Event Web Site
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27/05/2012 OPEN GARDENS (BISHAM) IN AID OF AIR AMBULANCE
Five venues in the Bisham area opening their gardens with proceeds going to the Air ambulance - see website below for individual details.
Various including Grange Cottage SL7 1RS and Bisham Abbey
MORE INFO: Air Ambulance Events Organiser 0300 999 0135 info@tvacaa.org Event Web Site
27/05/2012 BERKSHIRE COUNTRY FAYRE
BERKSHIRE COUNTRY FAYRE, Sunday 27th May 2012 is a fun day out for all the family. A mini County Show run by Berkshire Young farmers, boasting Main Arena attractions, Falconry, Craft and Food Fayres, vintage machinery, dog show, countryside area and more.
Englefield Estate. A340 Pangbourne Road.
MORE INFO: Lydia Bendall 07733 325110 berkscountryfayre2012@gmail.com Event Web Site
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