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Films at the Regent cinema, concerts, regular activities, Citizen Advice+++
Films at the Regent cinema, concerts, regular activities, Citizen Advice+++
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August 2019
Wednesday 21st August 2019 British Legion. Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Members Evening. Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome. Saturday 24th August. Faringdon Welcomes Buskers! Faringdon Market Place 11AM to 3PM Free. A programme of acoustic music performances, diverse musical styles. Seeking local performers to take part. Contact alcitizencane@gmail.com August 3rd - 31st 2019 Earth, Air, Fire & Water An interpretation of these classical, natural elements by local Oxfordshire artists West Ox Arts Gallery, Market Square, Bampton OX18 2JH Opening Reception 12 - 2pm August 3rd 2019 Tues - Sat 11.30am - 4.30pm, Sundays 2-4pm, Closed Mondays www.westoxarts.com 01993 850137 exhibitions@westoxarts.com Saturday 24th August Shrivenham Village Fete Shrivenham Memorial Hall & Recreation Ground 12 noon onwards, Free entry This year’s Shrivenham Village Fete returns to its usual date of Bank Holiday Saturday, with an afternoon of fun for all the family. Shrivenham Rec and Memorial Hall will once again play host to a wide variety of family attractions, which this year include Farmer Gow’s Mobile Farm and Circus Sensible among the main attractions. Children are encouraged to take part in the Fancy Dress Competition (planet Earth or nature themed) and the Children’s Craft Competition, where cash prizes will be awarded to the top three entrants in each of the 16 categories. There will also be the usual highlights, including live music, retail stalls, car boot sale, funfair rides, pony rides, dog show, children’s races, Punch and Judy and the raffle. A broad selection of food and drink outlets will cater for all tastes, with choices from wood-fired pizzas, Thai street food, fried chicken wings and German sausages, right through to churros, donuts and ice creams. And, of course, there’ll be licensed bars supplying something to wash it all down with! More information and a full list of attractions can be found by visiting www.shrivenhamfete.co.uk or www.facebook.com/ShrivenhamVillageFete Monday 26th August Over the Hill Festival Cogges Manor Farm, Church Lane, Witney OX28 3LA 10 AM - 11 PM £30 The beautiful Oxfordshire countryside is destined to become immersed in the world of Amerciana this Summer, at the first-ever Over the Hill festival. Proudly presented by Glovebox Live, Over the Hill festival will take place on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August at the picturesque Cogges Manor Farm. With plenty of opportunities to delve into the Americana experience with authentic American food and bars. https://www.cogges.org.uk/event/over-hill-festival Tuesday 27th August Bookstart Corner is a free fun 3-week programme for children aged between 12 and 24 months, promoting a love of rhymes, books and stories. The sessions include:
Places are limited to 3 families so booking is essential. Friday 30 August On The Basis Of Sex (12A) (2018 - Biography, Drama) The true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights and the early cases of a historic career that lead to her nomination and confirmation as U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Stars: Felicity Jones, Armie Hammer Film duration: 2 hrs plus 15 min interval Blockbuster Night @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 7.00pm, film starts at 7.30pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information CentreTickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family |
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September 2019
Sunday 1st September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Tuesday 3rd September
Bookstart Corner is a free fun 3-week programme for children aged between 12 and 24 months, promoting a love of rhymes, books and stories.
The sessions include:
Places are limited to 3 families so booking is essential.
Weds 4 Sept
Red Joan (12A)
(2018 - Biography, Drama, Romance)
The story of Joan Stanley, who was exposed as the KGB's longest-serving British spy
Stars: Judi Dench, Sophie Cookson, Stephen Campbell Moore
Film duration: 1 hour 41 mins (no interval)
Free tea/coffee and a biscuit
Matinee Club @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 12.30pm, film starts at 1pm Tickets in advance £4 from Faringdon Information Centre / £5 on the door Matinee Club Membership - Just £24 for 12 films (inc half price pre-booked Blockbuster evening cinema tickets)
Wednesday Sept 4th
Ferndale Choir- first session of new term
Catholic Church Hall, 7.15 for 7.30. Til 8.45pm
Just turn up and sing. No auditions, no need to read music, no experience needed- everyone welcome
Free Parking in Southampton St car park, less than 2 minutes walk away.
Weekly Fee £4.50 Trial session free
Use the rear entrance.
Louise Woodgate, a local professional singer and singing teacher, leads the choir.
We sing a variety of songs: folk, religion, musical theatre, pop and classical.
We meet every week during Term Time
More information 07900 682 366 or louisejwoodgate@gmail.com
Sunday 8th September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday Sept 11th
Ferndale Choir- session of new term
Catholic Church Hall, 7.15 for 7.30. Til 8.45pm
Just turn up and sing. No auditions, no need to read music, no experience needed- everyone welcome
Free Parking in Southampton St car park, less than 2 minutes walk away.
Weekly Fee £4.50 Trial session free
Use the rear entrance.
Louise Woodgate, a local professional singer and singing teacher, leads the choir.
We sing a variety of songs: folk, religion, musical theatre, pop and classical.
We meet every week during Term Time
More information 07900 682 366 or louisejwoodgate@gmail.com
Thurs 12th September
Dr David Jones will talk about "the Most Dangerous Animals" in the Corn Exchange at 2.30pm. Dr Jones is a research biologist at the Natural History Museum in London and a lecturer at Imperial College; he will explore the question "which animals kill the most humans?". This talk, based on published research, is almost guaranteed to be funny, factual and interesting.
Refreshments will follow after the talk and are available to all. All members are welcome but visitors are required to pay £1.50.
The Annual U3A Open Day occurs on Tuesday, 1st October in the Corn Exchange 10am until noon. Come and meet many different friends, learn about different groups /activities and enjoy the .refreshments.
For all further information read it on the U3A website -https://faringdondistrictu3a.com/ or telephone the chairman Margaret Brown on 01367 615 385.
Sunday 15th September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 18th September 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. To Be Confirmed .
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members welcome.
Wednesday Sept 18th
Ferndale Choir- 3rd session of new term
Catholic Church Hall, 7.15 for 7.30. Til 8.45pm
Just turn up and sing. No auditions, no need to read music, no experience needed- everyone welcome
Free Parking in Southampton St car park, less than 2 minutes walk away.
Weekly Fee £4.50 Trial session free
Use the rear entrance.
Louise Woodgate, a local professional singer and singing teacher, leads the choir.
We sing a variety of songs: folk, religion, musical theatre, pop and classical.
We meet every week during Term Time
More information 07900 682 366 or louisejwoodgate@gmail.com
Friday 20 Sept
Wild Rose (15)
(2018 - Drama, Music)
A musician from Glasgow dreams of becoming a Nashville star.
Stars: Jessie Buckley, Julie Walters
Film duration: 1 hrs 41 mins plus 15 min interval
Blockbuster @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 7.00pm, film starts at 7.30pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information Centre Tickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family
For more info or to join the mailing list, please visit our website www.faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk/regent-cinema-2
Tickets can be bought in advance from Faringdon Information Centre, 5 Market Square, Faringdon SN7 7HL
Sunday 22nd September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday Sept 25th
Ferndale Choir
Catholic Church Hall, 7.15 for 7.30. Til 8.45pm
Just turn up and sing. No auditions, no need to read music, no experience needed- everyone welcome
Free Parking in Southampton St car park, less than 2 minutes walk away.
Weekly Fee £4.50 Trial session free
Use the rear entrance.
Louise Woodgate, a local professional singer and singing teacher, leads the choir.
We sing a variety of songs: folk, religion, musical theatre, pop and classical.
We meet every week during Term Time
More information 07900 682 366 or louisejwoodgate@gmail.com
Fri 27th Sept , Sat 28th Sept
Faringdon's Bangers and Beer Festival
The Corn Exchange, Faringdon
Cheers to Five Years!
Fri 27th Sept 6pm-11pm
Sat 28th Sept 2pm - 11pm
Beers, ciders, Prosecco & tasty Pat Thomas "Bangers"
FREE ENTRY
Live Music
Raising money for The Pump House Project & The Place
Sunday 1st September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Tuesday 3rd September
Bookstart Corner is a free fun 3-week programme for children aged between 12 and 24 months, promoting a love of rhymes, books and stories.
The sessions include:
- Making time for rhyme
- Sharing books and stories
- Making stories fun
Places are limited to 3 families so booking is essential.
Weds 4 Sept
Red Joan (12A)
(2018 - Biography, Drama, Romance)
The story of Joan Stanley, who was exposed as the KGB's longest-serving British spy
Stars: Judi Dench, Sophie Cookson, Stephen Campbell Moore
Film duration: 1 hour 41 mins (no interval)
Free tea/coffee and a biscuit
Matinee Club @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 12.30pm, film starts at 1pm Tickets in advance £4 from Faringdon Information Centre / £5 on the door Matinee Club Membership - Just £24 for 12 films (inc half price pre-booked Blockbuster evening cinema tickets)
Wednesday Sept 4th
Ferndale Choir- first session of new term
Catholic Church Hall, 7.15 for 7.30. Til 8.45pm
Just turn up and sing. No auditions, no need to read music, no experience needed- everyone welcome
Free Parking in Southampton St car park, less than 2 minutes walk away.
Weekly Fee £4.50 Trial session free
Use the rear entrance.
Louise Woodgate, a local professional singer and singing teacher, leads the choir.
We sing a variety of songs: folk, religion, musical theatre, pop and classical.
We meet every week during Term Time
More information 07900 682 366 or louisejwoodgate@gmail.com
Sunday 8th September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday Sept 11th
Ferndale Choir- session of new term
Catholic Church Hall, 7.15 for 7.30. Til 8.45pm
Just turn up and sing. No auditions, no need to read music, no experience needed- everyone welcome
Free Parking in Southampton St car park, less than 2 minutes walk away.
Weekly Fee £4.50 Trial session free
Use the rear entrance.
Louise Woodgate, a local professional singer and singing teacher, leads the choir.
We sing a variety of songs: folk, religion, musical theatre, pop and classical.
We meet every week during Term Time
More information 07900 682 366 or louisejwoodgate@gmail.com
Thurs 12th September
Dr David Jones will talk about "the Most Dangerous Animals" in the Corn Exchange at 2.30pm. Dr Jones is a research biologist at the Natural History Museum in London and a lecturer at Imperial College; he will explore the question "which animals kill the most humans?". This talk, based on published research, is almost guaranteed to be funny, factual and interesting.
Refreshments will follow after the talk and are available to all. All members are welcome but visitors are required to pay £1.50.
The Annual U3A Open Day occurs on Tuesday, 1st October in the Corn Exchange 10am until noon. Come and meet many different friends, learn about different groups /activities and enjoy the .refreshments.
For all further information read it on the U3A website -https://faringdondistrictu3a.com/ or telephone the chairman Margaret Brown on 01367 615 385.
Sunday 15th September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 18th September 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. To Be Confirmed .
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members welcome.
Wednesday Sept 18th
Ferndale Choir- 3rd session of new term
Catholic Church Hall, 7.15 for 7.30. Til 8.45pm
Just turn up and sing. No auditions, no need to read music, no experience needed- everyone welcome
Free Parking in Southampton St car park, less than 2 minutes walk away.
Weekly Fee £4.50 Trial session free
Use the rear entrance.
Louise Woodgate, a local professional singer and singing teacher, leads the choir.
We sing a variety of songs: folk, religion, musical theatre, pop and classical.
We meet every week during Term Time
More information 07900 682 366 or louisejwoodgate@gmail.com
Friday 20 Sept
Wild Rose (15)
(2018 - Drama, Music)
A musician from Glasgow dreams of becoming a Nashville star.
Stars: Jessie Buckley, Julie Walters
Film duration: 1 hrs 41 mins plus 15 min interval
Blockbuster @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 7.00pm, film starts at 7.30pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information Centre Tickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family
For more info or to join the mailing list, please visit our website www.faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk/regent-cinema-2
Tickets can be bought in advance from Faringdon Information Centre, 5 Market Square, Faringdon SN7 7HL
Sunday 22nd September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday Sept 25th
Ferndale Choir
Catholic Church Hall, 7.15 for 7.30. Til 8.45pm
Just turn up and sing. No auditions, no need to read music, no experience needed- everyone welcome
Free Parking in Southampton St car park, less than 2 minutes walk away.
Weekly Fee £4.50 Trial session free
Use the rear entrance.
Louise Woodgate, a local professional singer and singing teacher, leads the choir.
We sing a variety of songs: folk, religion, musical theatre, pop and classical.
We meet every week during Term Time
More information 07900 682 366 or louisejwoodgate@gmail.com
Fri 27th Sept , Sat 28th Sept
Faringdon's Bangers and Beer Festival
The Corn Exchange, Faringdon
Cheers to Five Years!
Fri 27th Sept 6pm-11pm
Sat 28th Sept 2pm - 11pm
Beers, ciders, Prosecco & tasty Pat Thomas "Bangers"
FREE ENTRY
Live Music
Raising money for The Pump House Project & The Place
October 2019
Tuesday 1st October
The Annual U3A Open Day occurs on Tuesday, 1st October in the Corn Exchange 10am until noon.
Come and meet many different friends, learn about different groups /activities and enjoy the .refreshments.
For all further information read it on the U3A website -https://faringdondistrictu3a.com/ or telephone the chairman Margaret Brown on 01367 615 385.
Friday 4th October
Autumn Quiz Night
Pump House Project, Swan Lane, Faringdon SN7 7AF (opposite Sorting Office)
7.15pm for 7.30pm start
£5 per person entry.
Teams of up to 4, Bar, raffle and food available at extra cost.
Raising money for the Pump House Project.
Enquiries - contact fcm.1264@gmail.com
Sunday 6th October
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 16th October 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Remembrance Service Planning.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
Sunday 20th October
Folly Tower Open Day- last of the season
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Tuesday 1st October
The Annual U3A Open Day occurs on Tuesday, 1st October in the Corn Exchange 10am until noon.
Come and meet many different friends, learn about different groups /activities and enjoy the .refreshments.
For all further information read it on the U3A website -https://faringdondistrictu3a.com/ or telephone the chairman Margaret Brown on 01367 615 385.
Friday 4th October
Autumn Quiz Night
Pump House Project, Swan Lane, Faringdon SN7 7AF (opposite Sorting Office)
7.15pm for 7.30pm start
£5 per person entry.
Teams of up to 4, Bar, raffle and food available at extra cost.
Raising money for the Pump House Project.
Enquiries - contact fcm.1264@gmail.com
Sunday 6th October
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 16th October 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Remembrance Service Planning.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
Sunday 20th October
Folly Tower Open Day- last of the season
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
November 2019
8th,9th, 10th November
War Memorial Trust Remembrance Exhibition
The War Memorial Trust and the Royal British Legion will be holding its eleventh exhibition of war time memorabilia in the Old Town Hall to reflect on the impact that wars have made on local families. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of the Second World War as well as the 75th anniversary of D-Day.
The exhibition will be open to the public from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm on Friday 8th and Saturday 9th November, and after the Remembrance Day ceremony on Sunday 10th until 1:00 pm.
Wednesday 20th November 2019
British Legion
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
8th,9th, 10th November
War Memorial Trust Remembrance Exhibition
The War Memorial Trust and the Royal British Legion will be holding its eleventh exhibition of war time memorabilia in the Old Town Hall to reflect on the impact that wars have made on local families. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of the Second World War as well as the 75th anniversary of D-Day.
The exhibition will be open to the public from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm on Friday 8th and Saturday 9th November, and after the Remembrance Day ceremony on Sunday 10th until 1:00 pm.
Wednesday 20th November 2019
British Legion
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
December 2019
Wednesday 18th December 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Christmas Meeting.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non members welcome.
Wednesday 18th December 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Christmas Meeting.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non members welcome.