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Tuesday
Your Norwich
Volunteer Appeal
Tue 12th Jan 2010 - Fri 12th Feb 2010
Volunteers are needed for this years Marie Curie Cancer Care Daffodil Appeal.
They need people to collect on their behalf for two hours across Norwich and the surrounding area.
If you could spare a few hours call Steph Crack on 01284 747385 or email steph.crack@mariecurie.org.uk.
Norwich Women’s Institute Appeal for New Members
Thu 4th Feb 2010 - Thu 4th Mar 2010
A brand new branch of the Women’s Institute has opened in Norwich City centre and is looking for new members.
Norwich All Saints WI meets on the second Thursday of every month at Evelyn Suffield House, 45 All Saints Green Norwich at 7.30 pm.
The programme for the coming year will include talks, live music, craft activities and well-being.
For further details contact Eileen on 01603 789795 or email em.parker@talktalk.net
Free Health Check at the Sportspark
Tue 9th Feb 2010 - Sat 13th Feb 2010
To mark National Heart Month the Sportspark is offering free health checks and exercise classes to help keep us in check.
There’ll be free health in later life classes on Tuesday 9th and Thursday 11th.
There’ll be free blood pressure checks and BMI tests on February 13th.
To find out more call the Sportspark on 01603 592 398.
Charity Quiz and Chips
Thu 11th Feb 2010
There’s a charity quiz and chips night happening on Thursday 11th February at Toftwood Village Hall.
It’s being organised by Dereham friends of Quidenham Childrens Hospice.
It’s £6.50 a person for teams of four.
To book call 01362 694831
Wedding Exhibition in Lingwood
Fri 12th Feb 2010 - Sat 13th Feb 2010
On Friday 12th and Saturday 13th February St Peters Church in Lingwood is holding a celebration of marriage.
There’ll be displays of weddings through the decades including photos and dresses.
It’s opening at 2pm on the Saturday and between 10am and 3.30pm on the Sunday.
Entrance is free refreshments will be available.
Valentines Ball
Sat 13th Feb 2010
There’s a Valentines ball happening at Oasis Sports and Leisure Club on Pound Lane in Thorpe St Andrew on Saturday 13th February.
Tickets are £20 for members and £25 for non members.
That includes a four course meal, music and dancing.
To book call 01603 462462.
Learn life saving skills this Valentines
Sat 13th Feb 2010
There’s free training this Valentine’s weekend happening in the centre of Norwich.
The East of England Ambulance Service will be teaching CPR.
The five minute drop in sessions are happening at the old Disney Store in the Mall.
BeWILDerwood Bonfire
Sat 13th Feb 2010 - Sun 21st Feb 2010
There’s family fun happening between 13th and 21st of February at BeWILDerwood.
You can make a new year wish in their special boggle bonfire and have a go at guessing the wishes of all the BeWILDerwood characters.
Spixworth Snowdrop Walk
Sun 14th Feb 2010
There’s a snow drop walk starting at Spixworth Parish Church on Sunday 14th February between 11.30 and 4pm.
It’s £2.50 for adults and £1 for children.
There’ll be hot refreshments and cakes.
There are a number of walks up to 3 miles and a mini exhibition as well called “Finds on the Farm- from the Ice Age to Today”.
Free Writing Workshops
Wed 17th Feb 2010
There are free creative writing activities happening at the Forum on Wednesday 17th February.
They’re designed for 7-11 year olds and will start at 11am.
The session will give children the chance to take part in some activities to get the imagination going and getting them thinking about writing stories.
Half Term Music Workshops
Wed 17th Feb 2010 - Thu 18th Feb 2010
Community Music East are putting on a series of events to keep the kids entertained this half term.
Rock school is designed for 12 to 16 year olds who want to learn to play in a band and develop song writing skills.
That’s on February 18th 10.30am until 4.30pm Access to Music on King Street.
There’s also Rockestra for 7 to 12 year olds interested in playing instruments, making songs and performing.
That’s on February 17th 10am until 1pm at Community Music East.
To book call 01603 628367.
Forensic science night at the Inspire Discovery Centre
Fri 19th Feb 2010
Keep the kids amused this half term with a night learning to be a forensic detective.
It’s happening at the Inspire Disocery Centre on 19th February between 6pm and 10pm.
It’s £6.50 for children and £2.50 adults.
For more details and to book call 01603 612612
One Man Lord of the Rings at the Playhouse
Sat 20th Feb 2010
There’s a one man show of Lord of the Rings being performed at the Playhouse.
It’s on the 19th and 20th of February at 7.30pm.
Charles Ross takes on all the roles with no props or costumes- quite a challenge!
For tickets call 01603 612 580
Open Day for Ethnic Minorities and Migrants
Sat 20th Feb 2010
There’s an open day happening on February 20th at the Open Youth Venue in the city between 11am and 2pm.
It’s designed to help ethnic minorities and migrants in the city find out more about the services on offer to them and citizenship.
For more details call Tapiwa A Kundoro on 01603729277.
Photography Exhibition at the Forum
Mon 22nd Feb 2010 - Fri 5th Mar 2010
Photography Exhibition at the Forum
There’s a photography happening at the Forum showcasing medieval churches.
It’s on from 22nd February until March 5th.
Entry is free and they’ll also be information about local history and getting into photography.
Little Hands Ukulele Club
Tue 23rd Feb 2010
A new ukulele club for children starts at Community Music East (CME) on Tuesday 23 February.
Little Hands Ukulele is open to youngsters aged seven to 12 and is suitable for beginners.
They’ll learn how to play chords and how to pluck, strum and sing along.
For more details and how to book log onto our website.
Little Hands Ukulele is on Tuesdays 6pm to 7pm (age seven to nine) and 7pm to 8pm (age ten to 12) at CME, 189 King Street, Norwich, priced £30/£20 concessions for six weeks. Book your place on 01603 628367 or www.cme.org.uk.
Charity Fashion and Beauty Evening
Thu 25th Feb 2010
There’s a charity fashion and beauty evening happening at Jarrolds on Thursday 25th February in aid of Keeping Abreast.
It’s starting at 6.30pm.
Tickets are £10 and include a glass of wine and nibbles.
To book yours call 01263 510997.
Jumble Sale in Thorpe St Andrew
Sat 27th Feb 2010
There’s a jumble sale happening on Saturday 27th February.
It’s at the St Andrews Centre on Thunder Lane.
Doors open at 2pm.
Fundraiser for the Ella Grace Honeyman Appeal
Sat 27th Feb 2010
There's a charity music concert in the city to raise money for a sick Norfolk toddler.
Ella Grace Honeyman has a rare brain condition and needs costly treatment in America.
The concert at Sprowston Community High is at 7.30pm.
The Pyramid Compnay Singers will be performing a selection of songs from West End and Broadway musicals.
Tickets are £10 and include cheese, wine and refreshments (£8 concessions students, senior citizens).
Contact 07774 344 857 or Sprowston Community High on 01603 485 266.
Website: www.lifeforellagracefund.co.uk
Coffee Morning and Tabletop Sale in Brundall
Sun 28th Feb 2010
There’s a coffee morning and tabletop sale happening at Brundall Memorial Hall on Sunday February 28th.
Tables are £5 and to book yours call Marianne Gibbs on 01603 713 327.
The event will be on the fourth Sunday until April as well.
