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Mon 26th April, 2010
Blithe Spirit
26th April to 1st May 2010 @ Lace Market Theatre
Written by Noel CowardDirected by Freda Burke Read More »
Fri 30th April, 2010
Films At REEL Loughborough *HO3C*
30th April to 6th May 2010 @ Reel Cinemas Loughborough
Clash of the Titans (12A) Sat-Mon 11.20 Clash of the Titans In 3D (12A) Daily 17.45 / 20.30 Read More »
Sat 1st May, 2010
This is My Hero *HO3C*
1st May to 6th June 2010 @ Charnwood Museum
An exhibition by Rainbows hospice for children and young people. Read More »
Canal and Boat Festival *HO3C*
1st May to 2nd May 2010 @ Loughborough Wharf
This will be the 13th Festival, but we’re not superstitious, so come along and chance your luck on a tombola or two. There will be live music, children’s entertainment, vintage vehicles, craft s.. Read More »
ArtZone Workshop: Well Dressing In The Park *HO3C*
10:30am @ Charnwood Museum
For children aged 8-15 years old. Read More »
Stephen Venables: In he Footsteps of Shackleton *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Loughborough Town Hall
In the last ten years, internationally acclaimed mountaineer Stephen Venables has twice repeated Sir Ernest Shackleton’s famous crossing of South Georgia. One of the great epics of exploration, Sh.. Read More »
Mr Hudson and Guest Artists *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Loughborough Students Union
Mr. Hudson has worked with acts such as Kanye West , Dizee Rascal, N-Dubz, Kid Cudi, Tinie Tempah, Jay Z and Big Sean and toured with Calvin Harris. He is accompanied by Joy Joseph (vocals and steel.. Read More »
Sun 2nd May, 2010
The Secret Gardens of Cossington *HO3C*
2nd May to 3rd May 2010 @ Cossington Village
Cossington Village Gardens will be open. There will also be an Art exhibition, Displays, Raffle, cake and plant stalls, hot and cold refreshments, local craft stalls and activities for children. Plu.. Read More »
Wriggly Readers' Sunday Special *HO3C*
11:15am @ Loughborough Library
Ryhmes and stories for under 5s and their grown-ups. Read More »
Quorn May Day Celebrations 2010 *HO3C*
2pm @ Quorn Stafford Orchard Park
The May Day Parade starts from the Village Hall at 1.45pm to arrive at the Stafford Orchard at 2.00pm. Read More »
Mon 3rd May, 2010
Footloose *HO3C"
3rd May to 8th May 2010 @ Loughborough Town Hall
Christchurch Theatre Club Read More »
Tue 4th May, 2010
Wriggly Readers' Special: Big and Little *HO3C*
10am @ Loughborough Library
Rhymes and stories about sizes, for under 5s and their grown-ups. Bring along something big and something small. Read More »
Eliza Carthy Worksongs *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Sir Robert Martin Theatre, Loughborough University
Eliza Carthy, one of the UK’s best loved and innovative folk musicians, will perform a selection of forgotten songs sung in Britain’s pre-industrial and industrial workplaces. The songs, redisco.. Read More »
Wed 5th May, 2010
Stretch and Relax *HO3C*
4:30pm @ Rawlins Community College
Standing, (or sitting if necessary), stretching and breathing exercises that will gently improve circulation, relax, tone and energise. The session will end with a ten minute guided visualisation fo.. Read More »
Thu 6th May, 2010
Volunteer Day at Watermead *HO3C*
9:30am @ Watermead Country Park
Meet at the main entrance to the Park (North) off Wanlip Road. Wear old clothes and, if possible, bring wellies, steel toe capped boots, waterproofs and gloves. Refreshments will be provided. Read More »
Wriggly Readers' Special - Big and Little *HO3C*
2:15pm @ Loughborough Library
Ryhmes and stories about sizes, for under 5s and their grown-ups. Bring along something big and something small. Read More »
Harald Haugaard Quartet In Concert *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Wymeswold Memorial Hall
International award-winning musicians from Denmark. Harald Haugaard, internationally acclaimed fiddler, is one of the most sensational musicians on the Danish music scene. With his characteristic st.. Read More »
Fri 7th May, 2010
The Woman Who Cooked Her Husband
7:30pm @ Quorn Village Hall
Presented by Charnwood Community Theatre Read More »
Nottingham Classics Gala Concert
8:30pm @ Nottingham Royal Concert Hall
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Read More »
Sat 8th May, 2010
Guided Walk with the Great Central Railway *HO3C*
All Day @ Great Central Railway, Rothley
Enjoy a guided walk from Rothley towards Quorn and Loughborough, with a discounted train ride going back again! Read More »
ArtZone Workshop: "Make a Pocket or Two" *HO3C*
10:30am @ Charnwood Museum
Be inspired by the Big Knitting Group's ‘Every Pocket Tells A story’ exhibition make a pocket and pen a story to add to the exhibits. You’ll be able to collect your creation at the end of the .. Read More »
Woodhouse Open Gardens *HO3C*
2pm @ Woodhouse Village
This weekend gardens in Old Woodhouse will be opening the garden gate and inviting people in to explore. We look forward to welcoming you to our gardens. Read More »
The Woman Who Cooked Her Husband
7:30pm @ Diseworth Village Hall
Presented by Charnwood Community Theatre Read More »
Willow Weaving *HO3C*
12am @ Watermead Country Park
Try your hand at willow weaving. Please contact the venue for full details. Read More »
Sun 9th May, 2010
Volunteer Day - Tree Shelter Removal *HO3C*
10am @ Beacon Hill Country Park
Meet at the lower car park. Wear old clothes and, if possible, bring waterproofs, steel toe capped boots, wellies and gloves. Refreshments will be provided. Read More »
2funny Comedy Club *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Swan in the Rushes
With Matt Turner, Lovedev, Chris N Walker and Joe Griffiths. Read More »
Mon 10th May, 2010
Sarajevo to Sulawesi: A Photographic Exhibition by Derek Brown *HO3C*
10th May to 14th May 2010
A Look Into Muslim Diversity Read More »
Films At REEL Loughborough
10th May to 13th May 2010 @ Reel Cinemas Loughborough
Iron Man 2 (12A) Daily 12:00 14:45 17:20 20:00 Read More »
Tue 11th May, 2010
Thurmaston Library Reading Group *HO3C*
5:30pm @ Thurmaston Library
The Thurmaston Library Reading Group is seeking people who would like to share their reading experiences and their love of books with others. Read More »
Damsels and Dragons *HO3C*
7pm @ Collections Resource Centre
A focus on dragonflies and damselflies with local nauralist Ian Merrill. Includes anatomy, breeding biology, habitats and identification, together with an opportunity to view the museum collections. Read More »
Wed 12th May, 2010
Stretch and Relax *HO3C*
4:30pm @ Rawlins Community College
Standing, (or sitting if necessary), stretching and breathing exercises that will gently improve circulation, relax, tone and energise. The session will end with a ten minute guided visualisation fo.. Read More »
Thu 13th May, 2010
The Fortunes and the Ivy League *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Loughborough Town Hall
The '60s changed everybody’s lives, the clothes, the culture, the politics but most of all the music. This fantastic concert brings together two of the great vocal harmony bands from The Sixties, .. Read More »
Badapple Theatre: "Back to the Land Girls" *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Rearsby Village Hall
It’s 1942, it’s wartime, and there are some new arrivals in the village. They’re turning heads and breaking hearts as the fine girls of the Women’s Land Army take to the hills. Join Buff and.. Read More »
Bat Walk *HO3C*
12am @ Watermead Country Park
Join the Rangers for an evening walk to discover more about these fascinating mammals. Call for more details and to book a place. Pre-booking essential. Read More »
Fri 14th May, 2010
Films at REEL Loughborough
14th May to 20th May 2010 @ Reel Cinemas Loughborough
Robin Hood (12A) Fri/Mon-Thu 14.00 / 17.00 / 20.00 Sat & Sun 11.00 / 14.00 / 17.00 / 20.00 Read More »
Maytime Merriment
7:30pm @ Palace Community Centre, Ibstock
The Ibstock Dolly Mixtures Drama Group presents a musical review with comedy, drama and songs. Read More »
sHOwDOWN! *HO3C*
14th May to 15th May 2010 @ Quorn Village Hall
Howdy Partners! It's time for the Spurs Jeans and Ten Gallon Hats to come out as the Quorn Phoenix Entertainers request the pleasure of the folks of Arrowhead Creek to a rip roaring sHOwDOWN! Read More »
Centre Screen: "Looking for Eric" (15) *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Thurcaston Memorial Hall
Eric, a football fanatic postman whose life is descending in to crisis, receives some life coaching from the famously philosophical Eric Cantona... Read More »
Loughborough Folk Club: The Kittiwakes*HO3C*
8:30pm @ Swan in the Rushes
The Kittiwakes are Kate Denny (vocals,fiddle), Chris Harrison (accordian) and Jill Cumberbatch (fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar). Their debut album 'Lofoten Calling' is original music based around t.. Read More »
Sat 15th May, 2010
Adult Learners' Week
15th May to 22nd May 2010 @ Nationwide
Adult Learners' Week is the UK's largest and longest running learning campaign. Held each May, it encourages thousands of adults, whatever their age and background, to give learning a go. There are .. Read More »
Collecting the Goods *HO3C*
15th May to 16th May 2010 @ Great Central Railway, Quorn
The GCR moved lots of people on its main line to London – and lots of freight too. Find out how the railways kept the country supplied at this event. Watch freight trains galore going from station.. Read More »
A Day For Yourself *HO3C*
10am @ Burleigh Community College
A day of relaxation, laughter and self-discovery on your own or with a friend. Including gentle movement, creativity and guided visualisation. Please bring packed lunch - and a sense of humour. Read More »
ArtZone Workshop "Mini Willow Weavers" *HO3C*
10:30am @ Charnwood Museum
Led by artist Maggie Cooper Read More »
The New Age Jam: CANCELLED
7:29pm @ Palace Community Centre, Ibstock
UNFORTUNATELY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Read More »
Centre Screen: "Nowhere Boy" (15) *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Barkby Village Hall
Nowhere Boy, the debut feature of Sam Taylor-Wood, tells the never seen before story of John Lennon's childhood. Read More »
Sun 16th May, 2010
Wymeswold Duck Race, Waddle and Fun Run *HO3C*
All Day @ Wymeswold Village
Wymeswold's famous Duck Races and Waddle are back! Read More »
Dawn Chorus Walk *HO3C*
All Day @ Watermead Country Park
Come and join the Rangers for the spectacle that is the dawn chorus. After the walk, enjoy a hearty cooked breakfast. Call for more details and to book a place. Pre-booking essential. Read More »
Organ Recital *HO3C"
8:30pm @ Mountsorrel Methodist Church Centre
7.30pm: Finger Buffet 8.00pm: Recital Read More »
Tue 18th May, 2010
Caroline Faulkner and Lynne Glover *HO3C*
12:45pm @ Loughborough Baptist Church
Lunches will be available before the concert. A retiring collection will be made for the Rainbows Hospice Building Appeal. Read More »
The Marvels of Moths *HO3C*
7pm @ Collections Resource Centre
A chance to explore the mysterious world of moths encountered in Leicestershire and Rutland. And illustrated talk and chance to view the diverse museum collections, with local enthusiast Graham Finc.. Read More »
Alvin Stardust: "I Love Rock 'n' Roll" *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Loughborough Town Hall
Keith Richards called Alvin Stardust the Godfather of Rock ‘n’ Roll and today Alvin continues to be a household name. After a recording break of many years Alvin’s career is again on a roll, w.. Read More »
Acoustic Night *HO3C*
8:30pm @ Doghouse
Hungrytown A wonderful American duo. You'd swear their songs were written hundreds of years ago. www.myspace.com/hungrytown Read More »
Wed 19th May, 2010
Stretch and Relax *HO3C*
4:30pm @ Rawlins Community College
Standing, (or sitting if necessary), stretching and breathing exercises that will gently improve circulation, relax, tone and energise. The session will end with a ten minute guided visualisation fo.. Read More »
Thu 20th May, 2010
Every Pockets Tells a Story *HO3C*
20th May to 27th June 2010 @ Charnwood Museum
Delve into the ideas and stories that surround pockets and see the handmade pockets of Charnwood Arts's Big Knitting Group. Read More »
Emmanuel Lunchtime Concerts Grand Finale
12:45pm @ Emmanuel Church Centre, Loughborough
Anna Curzon Violin Simon MacRae Clarinet Jonathan Pether Cello Anne de Villiers Piano Read More »
Maalstroom meets Jo Freya - In Concert *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Wymeswold Memorial Hall
Five fantastic internationally acclaimed musicians. An exciting new collaboration, to celebrate Maalstroom’s tenth anniversary, brings together mainstays of the Dutch and British folk scenes to cr.. Read More »
Reginald D Hunter *HO3C*
8pm @ Loughborough Town Hall
Reginald D Hunter’s uniquely non-secular approach to comedy continues. Read More »
A Handful Of Henna
8pm @ Sir John Moore Foundation, Appleby Magna
Written by Rani Moorthy Directed by Karen Simpson Read More »
Fri 21st May, 2010
GEOPOETIC: Vu Du Ciel / Photography From The Air
21st May to 9th July 2010
An new exhibition of aerial photography by French photographer Stephane Daupley. Read More »
Silver Surfers - Family History Online *HO3C*
9:30am @ Loughborough Library
An introduction to www.ancestry.com and other online family history sources. Contact the library to book a free place. Read More »
Silver Surfers - Ebay *HO3C*
9:30am @ Loughborough Library
An introduction to buying and selling on ebay. Contact the library to book a place. Read More »
Film Night: "Nowhere Boy" (15)
7:30pm @ Palace Community Centre, Ibstock
This award winning film tracks John Lennon’s life from 1955, when he was a rebellious 15-year-old living in stifling suburbia with his Aunt Mimi (Kristin Scott Thomas), and ends with his departure.. Read More »
Sherlock Holmes... The Last Act! *HO3C*
8pm @ Loughborough Town Hall
Following on from Roger Llewellyn’s successful visit to the Town Hall with Sherlock Holmes... The Death and Life, he returns with his other acclaimed production Sherlock Holmes … The Last Act! b.. Read More »
Bottle Rocket Comedy Club *HO3C*
9pm @ Loughborough Town Hall
John Gordillo triumphantly returned to live stand up in 2008 after 6 years writing and directing to widespread critical acclaim and five star reviews… Read More »
Sat 22nd May, 2010
Green Woodworking *HO3C*
10am @ Beacon Hill Country Park
In this introductory, one day course, you will be able to start practicing a range of skills developed over centuries by woodland craft workers. Pre-booking essential. Read More »
ArtZone Workshop: "Stand up!" *HO3C*
10:30am @ Charnwood Museum
With artist Lydia Towsey. Read More »
Centre Screen Film *HO3C*
7:30pm @ Thrussington Village Hall
Screening by Centre Stage. Film to be confirmed. Read More »
An Evening of Dancing with ‘Quartz'
7:30pm @ Palace Community Centre, Ibstock
A varied repertoire from Ballroom dancing including Waltz and Quickstep etc. to Rock’n’Roll and Jive. Requests will be played throughout the evening. Read More »
Ceri Dupree in Divalicious *HO3C*
8pm @ Loughborough Town Hall
One Night, One Man and One Dozen Divas Read More »
The Fron Male Voice Choir *HO3C*
8:30pm @ Emmanuel Church Centre, Loughborough
Fron Male Voice Choir is renowned as one of the finest Welsh Male voice Choirs. It has had many competition successes over its 61 years of existence including both the National Eisteddfod of Wales a.. Read More »
Mon 24th May, 2010
Films at REEL Loughborough
24th May to 27th May 2010 @ Reel Cinemas Loughborough
Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time (12A) Daily 13:15 15:45 18:15 20:45 Read More »
Quorn Circle Dance Group *HO3C*
2:15pm @ Quorn Village Hall
Discover the benefits of gentle exercise through dancing simple steps to music from around the world. We dance traditional village dances and more recent choreographies in a circle or spiral. Each d.. Read More »
Three Sisters
24th May to 29th May 2010 @ Lace Market Theatre
Written by Anton ChekhovDirected by Cynthia Marsh Read More »
Tue 25th May, 2010
Wed 26th May, 2010
Guided Walk: Beacon Hill to Jubilee Wood and Back *HO3C*
1pm @ Beacon Hill Country Park
A seven mile circular ramble taking in several of the Charnwood Forest's most popular countryside sites. Pre-booking essential. Read More »
Centre Screen *HO3C*
2:30pm @ Old Chapel, Syston
Screening by Centre Stage. Film to be confirmed. Read More »
Stretch and Relax *HO3C*
4:30pm @ Rawlins Community College
Standing, (or sitting if necessary), stretching and breathing exercises that will gently improve circulation, relax, tone and energise. The session will end with a ten minute guided visualisation fo.. Read More »
Thu 27th May, 2010
Acoustic Club presents Chris Conway *HO3C*
8:30pm @ Fennel Street Club
Hailing from Michigan USA Chris Conway has built his music career in the UK, becoming one of the most fascinating musicians on the planet. His song concerts are hugely entertaining one man shows - .. Read More »
Jazz At The Priory: Brian Carrick`s Algiers Stompers
8:30pm @ Priory, Nanpantan
Return of great clarinettist, Brian and his Kid Thomas style New Orleans band, with pianist Gabby Gad of “Hotsy Totsy”. Read More »
Fri 28th May, 2010
Golden Oldies Weekend *HO3C*
28th May to 31st May 2010 @ Great Central Railway, Loughborough
We're a main line gone back in time! Watch machines (or replicas) from the early days of steam in action on the double track. We have three confirmed vintage visitors. Read More »
Ashby Arts Festival 2010
28th May to 4th June 2010 @ Ashby de la Zouch
Carnival comes to Ashby... Read More »
The Maharaja and the Kohinoor
7:30pm @ New Art Exchange, Nottingham
Written by Hardial Singh Rai Directed by Harmage Singh Kalirai Read More »
Sat 29th May, 2010
ArtZone Workshop" "Dry Point Graphics" *HO3C*
10:30am @ Charnwood Museum
Scratch a favourite comic book scene into a piece of Perspex, ink up and print using Leicester Print Workshop's portable etching press. Bring along a comic or graphic novel. For children aged 8-15 y.. Read More »
Glastonbudget *HO3C*
29th May to 31st May 2010 @ Turnpost Farm, Wymeswold
Glastonbudget Music Festival is now in its 6th year. Featuring all the best of Tribute and New Acts from Across Europe. This year's festival promises to be the best yet, and takes place at Turnpost .. Read More »
Mon 31st May, 2010
National Family Week
31st May to 6th June 2010 @ Nationwide
National Family Week is the largest celebration of family life in the UK. With thousands of events - as well as competitions and special offers – we’re encouraging families to eat, read, play, e.. Read More »
The Spark Festival
31st May to 13th June 2010 @ Nationwide
The Spark Children's Arts Festival is a two-week summer festival of the performing and visual arts for children in Leicester and Leicestershire, which takes place every year in May and June. Read More »
Sex And The City 2 (15)
31st May to 10th June 2010 @ Reel Cinemas Loughborough
Starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon Directed by Michael Patrick King Read More »
Picnic in the Park 2010 *HO3C*
12pm @ Queen's Park, Loughborough
Picnic In The Park is 30 years old this year! Over three decades, this Charnwood Arts run outdoor extravaganza has grown into one of Loughborough's best loved annual events. And if you go down to Q.. Read More »
Wildlife On Your Doorstep *HO3C*
12pm @ Watermead Country Park
Wildlife themed activity event for all age ranges with art, theatre and hands on countryside craft demonstrations that will aim to inspire people to take an interest in nature on their doorstep. All.. Read More »