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Glass Fusing Workshops
10.05.2008  -  25.07.2008
At:  The Project Group (Oswestry) Ltd
17a Cross Street, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 2NF
Tel: 01691 655140
Email:  kathryn@theprojectgroup.co.uk
WORKSHOP
Glass Fusing Workshops
An exciting programme of five one-day Glass Fusing workshops to take place 10th May, 17th May, 16th June, and 14th & 25th July. 10am - 4pm £45 plus materials
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/glass-fusing-may08.shtml
Shrewsbury Summer Season
24.05.2008  -  31.08.2008
At:  various locations around
Shrewsbury
Tel:
Email: 
SUMMER FESTIVAL
Shrewsbury Summer Season
Entertainment & Art events for all throughout the summer. Music, theatre, street entertainment, and much much more.
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk
The Cream of Shropshire Tour
01.06.2008  -  13.07.2008
At:  The Reynolds Gallery,
2 High Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SP
Tel: 01743 363530
Email:  reynoldsgallery@btinternet.com
ART EXHIBITION
The Cream of Shropshire Tour
This six week gallery tour will showcase some of the best Shropshire contemporary artists. The tour will include bronze sculpture by Jemma Pearson; original oil paintings by Philip Woolley and enamel work by Lesley Reynolds - plus many more.
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk
Music in the Round
06.06.2008  -  12.09.2008
At:  St Chad’s Church
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 365 478
Email:  info@stchadschurchshrewsbury.com
MUSIC - CLASSICAL
Music in the Round
Lunchtime concert of organ, piano, solo or chamber music. An eclectic mix, taking place at 12.40pm every Friday throughout the summer.
More: www.stchadschurchshrewsbury.com
The Garden in Bloom Tour
20.06.2008  -  31.08.2008
At:  The Reynolds Gallery,
2 High Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1SP
Tel: 01743 363530
Email:  reynoldsgallery@btinternet.com
ART EXHIBITION
The Garden in Bloom Tour
This garden themed gallery tour is a celebration of all that blooms. Featured contemporary artists include Canadian, Danielle O'Connor Akiyama, British artist Lesley Reynolds and Dutch artist Jochem de Graaf. Expect to see an exciting riot of colour.
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk
Richard III
21.06.2008  -  05.07.2008
At:  Ludlow Castle,
Castle Square, Ludlow SY8 1AY
Tel: 01584 875070
Email:  admin@ludlowfestival.co.uk
LUDLOW FESTIVAL
Richard III
Northcott Theatre and Ludlow Festival co-production of Richard III 8.30 pm
More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk
Ludlow Festival
21.06.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  various locations around
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 872150
Email: 
FESTIVAL
Ludlow Festival
Major festival includinng open-air Shakespeare Play at the Castle, music & theatre around the town and a Fireworks Finale.
More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk
Mick Gilmore, Art Students and Artist Friends
23.06.2008  -  05.07.2008
At:  The Bear Steps Gallery,
St Alkmunds Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1UH
Tel: 01743 872196
Email: 
EXHIBITION
Mick Gilmore, Art Students and Artist Friends
This is the 5th year we have exhibited together! Sales last year were up to £2,000. Visitors comment on the wide range of media and subject matter and the high quality of work on show. Judge for yourself! Open 10.00am - 4.00pm daily
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Art at the Bridge
27.06.2008  -  05.07.2008
At:  English Bridge Workshop,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY2 6AD
Tel: 01743 361719
Email: 
ART EXHIBITION
Art at the Bridge
Annual exhibition of paintings ranging from abstract to traditional by a diverse group of local artists. This thriving group has been meeting at the English Bridge Workshop for five years and although styles and subjects vary there is a mutual support and respect from which everyone benefits.
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Wrenbury Scarecrow Trail
28.06.2008  -  13.07.2008
At:  various locations around
Wrenbury
Tel: 01270 780330
Email: 
FAMILY
Wrenbury Scarecrow Trail
A trail leads you thru narrownlanes, secret hideaways and up to the Shropshire Union Canal to find over 150 scarecrows out for the 2 week festival. Carboot on the 5th and Summer Fayre on the 6th.
More: www.scarecrowtrail.co.uk
1940's Weekend
28.06.2008  -  29.06.2008
At:  Severn Valley Railway,
Bridgnorth to Kidderminster
Tel: 01299 403816
Email: 
SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY
1940's Weekend
A nostalgic look at Britain during World War II with period costumes and re-enactments. Visitors encouraged to wear costumes. (Also weekend 5 & 6 July).
Big band shows 3x/day and 7:30pm Sat. night-booking required.
Vintage military vehicles, air raids, archive new films.
More: www.svr.co.uk
Coach Tour
01.07.2008  -  01.07.2008
At:  Mill Street start,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 875070
Email:  admin@ludlowfestival.co.uk
LUDLOW FESTIVAL
Coach Tour
Queen Victoria's Petticoats 9am - 6pm £26
More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk
Summer Concert
01.07.2008  -  01.07.2008
At:  Montford Parish Hall
Nr Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 741 377
Email: 
MUSIC
Summer Concert
Keith Havercroft directs music in a variety of styles from different periods, classical and modern. The hall is signed from the Shrawardine turn off the A5. Disabled access and ample parking available 7.30pm
More: www.theyeomansingers.org.uk
Festival Walk
02.07.2008  -  02.07.2008
At:  Smithfield car park start,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 875070
Email:  admin@ludlowfestival.co.uk
LUDLOW FESTIVAL
Festival Walk
Boscobel to Tong 9.30am - 5.30pm £17
More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk
Arthur’s Plough
02.07.2008  -  05.07.2008
At:  Fordhall Farm,
Tern Hill Road, Market Drayton, TF9 3PS
Tel: 01630 638 696
Email: 
THEATRE
Arthur’s Plough
Chris Eldon Lee's musical play about the world famous Fordhall Farm. Veteran organic farmer Arthur Hollins took his children Ben and Charlotte to every sell-out performance of the original Arthur's Plough in 1991. Now the show has been revived and much revised to tell both their pioneering stories including the recent headline-grabbing fight to save Fordhall Farm. Performed by a dozen of the very best community actors in Shropshire and "The Mere Singers" choir and featuring performing pigs, dancing microbes and plenty of organic muck, mirth and magic! Tickets can be bought online at www.fordhallfarm.com Adults £10, Concessions £7.50
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/arthurs-plough.shtml
Coach Tour
03.07.2008  -  03.07.2008
At:  Mill Street start,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 875070
Email:  admin@ludlowfestival.co.uk
LUDLOW FESTIVAL
Coach Tour
Kinnersley and Kilvert 9am - 6pm £26
More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk
Mid Summer Night's Dream
03.07.2008  -  ..
At:  Shrewsbury Castle
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT
Tel: 01743 281 281
Email: 
THEATRE
Mid Summer Night's Dream
Magical, enigmatic and hilarious - Heartbreak's new production of Shakespeare's outstanding comedy promises to enchant audiences of all ages.
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk
The Way of the Pilgrim
03.07.2008  -  ..
At:  The Convent School Hall,
Belmont, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 362366
Email:  shrewsbury.cathedral@btinternet.com
TALK
The Way of the Pilgrim
An illustrated talk by Shrewsbury resident Brendan Mulchay, who trekked with his friend Hermann through Portugal to Santiago de Compostella in the summer of 2007. They were attempting to re-discover a mediaeval pilgrim route that had not been used for over 400 years. This will be a fascinating account of an epic journey. 7.30pm
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Simon Hoggart
04.07.2008  -  04.07.2008
At:  Ludlow Assembly Rooms,
Ludlow SY8 1AZ
Tel: 01584 875070
Email:  admin@ludlowfestival.co.uk
LUDLOW FESTIVAL
Simon Hoggart
The Hamster that loved Puccini 7.30pm £16
More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk
Kylie Tribute Night
04.07.2008  -  ..
At:  Park Inn Telford,
Forgegate, Telford Town Centre TF3 4NA
Tel: 01952 429933
Email:  conference.telford@rezidorparkinn.com
MUSIC
Kylie Tribute Night
We will have you 'Spinning Around' in no time with our Kylie Tribute. She will bring all her hits from past to present. Booking is required. 7.30pm - midnight £10.00 per person
More: www.telford.parkinn.co.uk
Local Food & Drink Fair
04.07.2008  -  ..
At:  The Square,
Shrewsbury
Tel:
Email:  office@heff.co.uk
FOOD & DRINK
Local Food & Drink Fair
Delicious local produce in the heart of Shrewsbury, 1st Friday of every month. Award winning bacon & sausage, traditionally reared meats, herbs & fresh produce, Shropshire honey, game & smoked meats, hand made cakes and chocoaltes, farmhouse cheeses. Savour the flavour of Shropshire! 9.00am - 5.00pm
More: www.heff.co.uk
The Jacques Loussier Trio
04.07.2008  -  ..
At:  The Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1LH
Tel: 01743 281281
Email: 
MUSIC
The Jacques Loussier Trio
The brilliant and charismatic French pianist Jacques Loussier and his Trop present a superb evening of great music. Jacques Loussier is best remembered for his innovative jazz rendition of J. S. Bach's Air on a G String for the Hamlet Cigar advert. 7.30pm £22 / £20.50 Discounts: Members
More: www.musichall.co.uk
Bellet Central
05.07.2008  -  05.07.2008
At:  Ludlow Assembly Rooms,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 875070
Email:  admin@ludlowfestival.co.uk
LUDLOW FESTIVAL
Bellet Central
Bellet Central performs a repertoire that showcases the tremendous energy of its young dancers. 7.30pm £15
More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk
Darwin’s Faces of Evolution
05.07.2008  -  05.07.2008
At:  Pride Hill - The Square,
Shrewsbury
Tel:
Email: 
PROCESSION
Darwin’s Faces of Evolution
Procession departs Pride Hill 1.15pm and arrives at The Square 2.00pm FREE Come and see the spectacle of masks, music and sculptures to launch the Shrewsbury Darwin Celebrations. Trading Faces and Bang On! Samba band process with children from local schools and community youth groups
More: www.tradingfaces.org.uk
Sounds in The Square: Nathan & Quinn
05.07.2008  -  05.07.2008
At:  Market Square,
Wellington
Tel: 07725 035907
Email:  threeniceslices@hotmail.com
MUSIC
Sounds in The Square: Nathan & Quinn
Gypsy Jazz, Blues, Bluegrass, Celtic and Western Swing. They're all wrapped up in the unique sound of Shropshire's leading folk and roots duo, kick starting Wellington's Sounds season 11am to 1pm
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1940's Weekend
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  Severn Valley Railway,
Bridgnorth - Kidderminster
Tel: 01299 403816
Email: 
SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY
1940's Weekend
The 1940's will be back in full swing on the trains and station platforms of the SVR. There will be Glen Miller music, Germans, spies and more. (Also weekend 28 & 29 June)
More: www.svr.co.uk
Creative Arts Weekend
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  Thresholds Centre
Picklescott, nr Church Stretton SY6 6NU
Tel: 01694 751411
Email:  info@thresholdscentre.co.uk
ART & CRAFTS
Creative Arts Weekend
Dr Gladys Mary Coles, internationally known author, will lead a day of creative writing on Saturday examining plot and characterisation. The scene will be set with a guided tour of Shrewsbury. Sunday gives participants a chance to illustrate their writing with expert tuition.
More: www.thresholdscentre.co.uk
Fordhall Farm Family Fun Day
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  Ford Hall Farm,
Tern Hill Road, Market Drayton, TF9 3PS
Tel: 01630 638255
Email: 
FARM EVENT
Fordhall Farm Family Fun Day
A day to enjoy what farm life is all about and have fun on this totally organic farm. Farmer's market, hog roast, BBQ, guided farm walks, games and activities, demonstrations, vintage farm vehicles, farm animals.
More: www.fordhallfarm.com
Open Art Studios - Ann McCay
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  23D Dogpole,
Shrewsbury SY1 1ES
Tel: 07746 118 420
Email:  ann@annmccay.co.uk
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Ann McCay
A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Showing recent drawings from the market
hall, oil paintings, and examples of current commissioned portraits. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Carola Fielden
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  10 Belle Vue Gardens,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury 07903 303 159
Tel: 01743 355 079
Email:  carola.sw@virgin.net
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Carola Fielden
A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. A selection of designs for printed textiles, relief and screen, for use as garments and small domestic objects 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Dave West
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  4 Gorse Lane, Bayston Hill,
Shrewsbury SY3 0JJ
Tel: 01743 872 430
Email:  DWest15706@aol.com
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Dave West
Dave West will be showing his current project called 'Indefinite Articles'. Using film (not digital manipulation) it applies the Uncertainty Principle of photography, allowing the transformation of objects and appearances, rather than seeking to define them. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Jane Wilson
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  24 Oak Street,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury SY3 7RQ
Tel: 07745 587 883
Email:  jane.wilson30@btinternet.com
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Jane Wilson
A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Jane Wilson works only with reclaimed materials. The main source is discarded pianos which are dismantled and reassembled into sculptural wall panels, creating intricate patterns and kaleidoscopic forms. She also collects driftwood, plastic and glass from beaches, and occasionally uses shards of pottery found when digging in the garden. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Judith Moy
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  Studio 4 English Bridge Workshops,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD
Tel: 07962 593 940
Email: 
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Judith Moy
A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Judith admits that one of the advantages of growing older is that with each session at the studio she gains a little more experience and knowledge of the visual arts. She never loses her excitement of painting, print making, collage and drawing. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Martin Eldridge
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  Thorneycroft,
Coton Hill, Shrewsbury SY1 2DZ
Tel: 01743 344 493
Email:  martin-christine@tiscali.co.uk
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Martin Eldridge
A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Martin Eldridge paints figure and landscape based images and will be showing Shropshire & Welsh landscapes. Works will include watercolours, acrylics, pastels and monoprints. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Martin Smith
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  13 Longden Gardens,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury SY3 7EG
Tel: 07846426 080
Email:  admin@vanetwork.co.uk
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Martin Smith
A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. An eclectic mix of painting, batik and textiles. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Mick Gilmore
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  Two Pines, Blakemores Bank,
Bayston Hill Common, Shrewsbury SY3 OED
Tel:
Email: 
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Mick Gilmore
A mixture of landscapes exploring colour and surface texture alongside more experimental mixed media work, life drawing and paintings. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Nathalie Liege
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  English Bridge Workshops,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD
Tel: 07846426 080
Email:  nlarts06@googlemail.com
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Nathalie Liege
Display of artwork from a current commission for church windows to be completed by October 2008 plus photos, paintings and glass for sale. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Parker and Arrol
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  The Studio,
38 Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury SY1 1XF
Tel: 01743 366 176
Email:  parkerandarrol@btinternet.com
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Parker and Arrol
A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Designers and makers of hand-painted fabrics. Specialists in silks and silk velvets, producing individually designed items for retail outlets, private commissions, interior designers and architects. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Rod Shaw
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  32 Kemps Eye Ave,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 248 523
Email: 
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Rod Shaw
A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Rod has a fascination with landscape and legend and sees it as an unending source of material for his paintings. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Open Art Studios - Russell Parry
05.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  8 Newport Drive, Sutton Farm,
Shrewsbury SY2 6HZ
Tel: 01743 359 000
Email:  doc.parry@btopenworld.com
OPEN STUDIO
Open Art Studios - Russell Parry
Woodcarving or wood sculpture? The technique Russell Parry uses is the reductive carving of natural wood using chisels, gouges and knives. Pieces may be reliefs or in-the-round carvings, in contemporary or a range of traditional styles. 10.00am - 4.00pm
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A Summer Evening
05.07.2008  -  ..
At:  Coalport China Museum,
Coalport, Ironbridge, TF8 7DQ
Tel: 01952 884391
Email: 
IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
A Summer Evening
Enjoy a complimentary glass of champage and the chance for late night shopping; a variety of craftspeople based at the museum will be available to talk about their work.
More: www.ironbridge.org.uk
Centinary Celebration of the Ditton Priors Light Railway
05.07.2008  -  ..
At:  Ditton Priors Village Hall
Station Road, Ditton Priors, Bridgnorth WV16 6SS
Tel: 01746 712393
Email:  stuartwentworth@hilift.wanadoo.co.uk
EXHIBITION
Centinary Celebration of the Ditton Priors Light Railway
An Exibition of Railway pictures, models and memrobilia to commemorate the opening of the railway in 1908. 11am to 5pm Free
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Ditton Priors Country Show & Fayre
05.07.2008  -  ..
At:  Oak Farm,
Station Road, Ditton Priors, Bridgnorth WV16 6SS
Tel: 01746712393
Email:  stuartwentworth@hilift.wanadoo.co.uk
COUNTRY SHOW
Ditton Priors Country Show & Fayre
A day out for all the family, to incude, Fun Dog Show, Gundog Scurry, Clay Shoot, Licensed Bar, BBQ, Tea & Cakes,Birds of Prey, Bouncy Castle, Trade Stands. 12 noon till 5pm Adults £2.00 Seniors £1.00
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Popular Classics in Concert
05.07.2008  -  ..
At:  Holy Trinity Church,
Oswestry
Tel: 01691 661766
Email: 
MUSIC
Popular Classics in Concert
A pot-poruui of all the much-loved tunes, folk melodies, marches, waltzes and ovbertures which make the world of music such a rich experience. Brief informative talk starts at 7pm. Brief Informative talk @7pm, concert @7:30pm £6/ £4 OAP, £1 children
More: www.oswestrysinfonia.org
Shrewsbury Green Day
05.07.2008  -  ..
At:  Shropshire Wildlife Trust,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 281 039
Email:  james.thompson@shrewsbury.gov.uk
GREEN DAY
Shrewsbury Green Day
Live music and family-friendly educational and entertaining environmental exhibits. Free entry all day and more than 50 stalls so come along and find out more about how we can "tread more lightly" on the planet. 10am - 4pm
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Festival Pop Concert/Fireworks
06.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  Ludlow Castle,
Castle Square, Ludlow
Tel: 01584 875070
Email:  admin@ludlowfestival.co.uk
LUDLOW FESTIVAL
Festival Pop Concert/Fireworks
The Biggest Sixties Concert Ever 8pm £25
More: www.ludlowfestival.co.uk
Visit Snailbeach Lead Mine
06.07.2008  -  06.07.2008
At:  Snailbeach Lead Mine,
Snailbeach, nr Minsterley SY5 0NS
Tel: 01743 718668
Email:  andrewgbwood@hotmail.com
HERITAGE
Visit Snailbeach Lead Mine
See inside the Locomotive Shed, Blacksmith's Shop and Visitor Centre, walk around the site with a self-led trail leaflet and go underground into Day Level with an experienced guide. 11.00-16.00 approx Free, but donations welcomed
More: shropshiremines.org.uk/snailbeach/sbsunday.htm
All pegged out - on tenterhooks
06.07.2008  -  19.07.2008
At:  Bear Steps Gallery,
St Alkmund's Place, Shrewsbury SY1 1UH
Tel: 01743 350859
Email:  jan.etchells@bigfoot.com
ART & CRAFTS
All pegged out - on tenterhooks
This is an exhibition of new weaving by Jemima Janewraps. The weaver, Jan Etchells has been living and weaving in Shrewsbury for thirty years. The exhibition will showcase Jan's work with a selection of scarves, knee rugs, wraps, and woven items. 10-4pm daily
More: www.jemimajanewraps.co.uk
Textel Exhibition
06.07.2008  -  19.07.2008
At:  Bear Steps Gallery,
St Alkmund's Place, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01588 650681
Email:  enquiries@islandchain.com
ART & CRAFTS
Textel Exhibition
Textel is a group of textile and mixed media artists using a variety of themes and techniques. The work is of a high standard and all the artists have qualifications in textile art. Open 10.00am - 4.00pm
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Horses and Harnesses
06.07.2008  -  ..
At:  Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Legges Way, Madeley, Ironbridge, TF7 5DU
Tel: 01952 884391
Email: 
IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS
Horses and Harnesses
Horses across a range of breeds and sizes will demonstrate their strength. 10am-5pm
More: www.ironbridge.org.uk
Piano recital by Lavinia O'Meagher
06.07.2008  -  ..
At:  The Gateway,
Chester Street, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 850267
Email:  muriel_williamson@lineone.net
MUSIC
Piano recital by Lavinia O'Meagher
Lavinia will play Bach-Busoni - Chaconne in D minor, Mozart - Sonata in F major, K333, Schubert * 4 Impromptus op. 90 and Chopin * Ballade no. 1 in G minor op. 26. Lavinia studied with Schoenberger and also with the renowned accompanist, Alexander Hmelnitsky, himself a pupil of Rachmaninov. Later she studied in Paris with Marguerite Long, and at the Royal Academy of Music with Harold Craxton, in London. 3.00pm £6/£4 Admission on the door or reserve tickets by phone 01743 850267
More: www.shrewsburysummer.co.uk <