Film Night - 'Sherlock Holmes' (12a)

Friday . 30. Jul. 2010 / 19:00 -

At The Palace Community Centre, Ibstock. Doors, box office and licensed bar open 7pm. Tickets from Halls Electrical, High St, Ibstock £4/£3 concessions.

Clash of the Knights - 31st July to 1st August

Saturday . 31. Jul. 2010 / -

Come and see medieval knights fighting for their honour in the grounds of Ashby Castle. Adults £4.20, Concession £3.60 Child £2.10, Under 5’s free.

Leics National Trust Association

Thursday . 5. Aug. 2010 / -

Lunch with us at the Royal Hotel, Ashby followed by a light hearted talk by Barbara McAllen on her interesting experiences as a Blue Badge Guide and former professional public speaker. For further details ring 01530 563003.

Ashby Open Gardens

Saturday . 7. Aug. 2010 / -

Eight gardens to visit, 11am to 6pm. Entry to passport available from Ashby TIC or from 27 Avenue Rd, 7 Alton Way or 20 Oakham Grove on the day. Cost £3 in aid of Cancer Research UK. For more information see www.ashbyopengardens.co.uk, or call 07806 604512 or 01530 413225.

Victorian Ibstock

Saturday . 7. Aug. 2010 / 10:00 - 16:00

Family fun day at The Palace Community Centre, Ibstock. Free admissions. Arts and crafts, sand pit, bouncy castle, Queen Vic street trail and much more. From 10am to 4pm.

Sence Valley Forest Park Activity Day

Sunday . 8. Aug. 2010 / 10:00 - 16:00

at Sence Valley, near Ibstock, 10am to 4pm. Fun for all the family including laser clay, archery, local arts and crafts and incorporating the Sence Valley Farmers Market. Car parking £1, activities passport £2 per activity or £10 for 6.

Ashby Writers Club

Tuesday . 10. Aug. 2010 / 19:30 -

Manuscript Meeting, members own work. La Zouch Restaurant, Kilwardby St, 7.30pm. Visitors welcome, £2.

Ashby Wine Circle

Wednesday . 11. Aug. 2010 / 19:30 -

’Fete du village vigneron’ Fitou Wine Festival of Food and Wine presented by Mr Alex Donaldson. At The Cottage at St Helens Cottage, Lower Church St. 7.30pm. Contact 01530 224030.

Line Dance

Friday . 13. Aug. 2010 / -

with music by Honky Tonk Cliff at The Palace Community Centre, Ibstock. Tickets from Halls Electrical, High St, Ibstock. Tel 01530 260460.

Coalville Male Voice Choir

Saturday . 14. Aug. 2010 / 19:30 -

At The Palace Community Centre, Ibstock. Starts 7.30pm, doors open 7pm. Tickets £5 from Halls Electrical, High St, Ibstock. Tel 01530 260460.

Sponsored Walk in aid of Hospice Hope.

Saturday . 14. Aug. 2010 / -

Approx 5 mles following the Ivanhoe Way from North St, Ashby to Staunton Harold Hall. For further details call Carol Smith on 01530 411896.

A Midsummer Nights Dream

Saturday . 14. Aug. 2010 / 18:30 -

at Ashby Castle. Open air production from Chapterhouse Theatre Co. Tickets & info from Ashby Castle, 01530 413343 or TIC on 01530 411767. Grounds open for picnics from 6.30pm.

Osgathorpe Rainbow of Fun Day & Zany Dog Show

Sunday . 15. Aug. 2010 / -

Fun for all in Osgathorpe, raising money for Rainbows Children’s Hospice. Stalls, bouncy castle crafts, plants, mini beer festival and more plus the Zany Dog Show. Free admission and parking. Full details, including dog show classes on www.funday.org.uk or call 01530 224579.

Sponsored Walk from The Beeches Pub

Monday . 16. Aug. 2010 / 19:00 -

In Ashby of approx 5.5 miles. Leaving at 7pm, in aid of the Breast Care Unit at Burton. Contact Margaret on 07791 764029.

Ashby Spa WI

Wednesday . 18. Aug. 2010 / -

Summer outing. Members afternoon visit to Catton Park with guided tour of hall and gardens plus buffet.

Ashby Farmers Market

Saturday . 21. Aug. 2010 / 09:00 - 14:00

Bringing you the finest foods from the region and specialist stalls. At Manor House School, South Street.

15th Annual Open Flower and Vegetable Show

Saturday . 21. Aug. 2010 / -

By the Ibstock Allotment Society at The Palace Community Centre, Ibstock. Schedules will be available from Ibstock Business Centre, 57 High St. For more details contact Mr R Whitby on 01530 260830.

Ashby Writers Club

Tuesday . 24. Aug. 2010 / 19:30 -

With speaker Lynne Patrick, publisher Crème de la Crime. Lynne specialises in publishing new crime authors. La Zouch Restaurant, Kilwardby St, 7.30pm. Visitors welcome, £3.

A midsummer Nights Dream

Thursday . 26. Aug. 2010 / -

An Oddsocks production at Manor House School, Ashby. Bookings online at www.oddsocks.co.uk or on 01530 412932. Bring a picnic, chair or rug and join in the fun!

Film Night ‘The Blind Side'

Friday . 27. Aug. 2010 / 19:00 -

At The Palace Community Centre, Ibstock. Doors, box office and licensed bar open 7pm. Tickets from Halls Electrical, High St, Ibstock £4/£3 concessions.

Strawberry Fields Festival

Saturday . 28. Aug. 2010 / -

At Cattows Farm, Heather. The last blast of summer for music lovers featuring a variety of artists on the main stage and in the dance arena. Shuttle bus and camper van tickets available. For more information see www.strawberryfieldsfestival.co.uk. Tickets available at Cattows Farm Shop, Heather, Marbu Clothing, Ashby or other local outlets.

Petes Party. Family Charity Funday.

Saturday . 28. Aug. 2010 / 09:00 - 23:00

All day charity Family Fun day in the car park of the Shoulder of Mutton (Next to Somerfield).
Games, Magic Show, Bouncy Castle, Plant Sales, Cakes Stalls, Barbeque, Face Painting, Music, HUGE auction during the day.
Bands and Barbeque all evening.
A fantastic day for the whole family for a good cause.

Free entry to event.

Rat Pack Vegas Spectatular

Saturday . 28. Aug. 2010 / -

At Conkers. Featuring the greatest music of the 20th century. Tickets £18, members £16. Call 01283 216633. www.visitconkers.com.

Macmillan Coffee Morning -

Saturday . 4. Sep. 2010 / 10:00 - 12:00

Help create a huge stir! 10am to noon at Swannington Village Hall, LE67 8QL. Coffee/tea and cakes plus homemade cake and preserve stall.

Palace Market and Craft Fair

Saturday . 4. Sep. 2010 / 10:00 - 15:00

At The Palace Community Centre, Ibstock. A large variety of interesting stalls including various crafts, fair trade and farm produce. Free admission.

Nordic Walking Workshop

Saturday . 4. Sep. 2010 / -

At Conkers, Moira. £10 per person. To book or for more details call Michelle on 07887 678367 or 01530 273366.

Drop-in Meditation Classes

Thursday . 16. Sep. 2010 / -

Starts 16th September (5 weeks)

Relax and unwind with guided meditation and advice from the Buddhist tradition for improving peace of mind, health and happiness. Classes run Thursdays 7.30 – 9.30pm and include refreshments. Ideal for beginners, seating is on chairs and there is no physical exercise involved. Each class is self contained so drop in any time. Classes are held at Legion House, South St, LE65 1BQ with free parking. Classes cost £5 to cover costs and are run by Tara Kadampa Meditation Centre, Reg. Charity No. 517949.

Contact us for more information on 01283 732338
or mediate@taracentre.org.uk

Salsa Lessons every Sunday in Moira

Come and join our friendly group and meet new friends whilst learning a new dance 'salsa' we hold lessons every Sunday at Moira Village Hall, Ashby Rd, Moira, DE12 6DP starting at 6pm for more details phone Kate on 01530 414042 or email me on kate.judge1@btinternet.com or visit the website, and look forward to seeing you all soon.