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Shrewsbury Events February 2010

NATIONAL TRUST ATTINGHAM
09.01.2010  -  28.02.2010
Re-discovered Tours
Re-discovered ToursAttingham Park,
Atcham, nr. Shrewsbury SY4 4TP
Tel: 01743 708123
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A Specialist guided tour around the house to give an insight into the Attingham Re-discovered interiors restoration programme. 11am - 2pm
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/attingham-rediscover.shtml

ART EXHIBITION
15.01.2010  -  22.02.2010
Imperfectly Natural - Exhibition
Imperfectly Natural - ExhibitionThe Gateway Arts Centre,
Chester Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1NB
Tel: 01743 355159
Email: andrew@andrew-howe.com
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An exhibition of paintings and mixed media constructed reliefs by Andrew Howe exploring rhythm, transition and connections. Mon - Fri 9am-9.30pm, Free admission
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/imperfectly.shtml

NATIONAL TRUST - ATTINGHAM PARK
30.01.2010  -  21.02.2010
Snowdrop Season
Snowdrop SeasonAttingham Park
Atcham, nr. Shrewsbury, SY4 4TP
Tel: 01743 708162
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Watch the woodland floor transform into a beautiful carpet of snowdrops. A self-guided activity will lead you thru the park, deer park & riverside walks. 9am-4pm
More: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

ART EXHIBITION
31.01.2010  -  13.02.2010
Carla Boulton & James Bull, Paintings and Drawings
Carla Boulton & James Bull, Paintings and Drawings Bear Steps Gallery
St Aulkmund's Place Shrewsbury SY1
Tel: 01743 340 500
Email: carla@naughtymutt.com
Twitter: naughtymutt
Carla Boulton, Lakes and Morals - Paintings and Drawings with James Bull Tattoo Art 10.30-4.00pm daily Free entry
More: carlaboulton.posterous.com

MAGIC SHOW
07.02.2010  -  07.02.2010
Phenomenon Magic Cabaret
Phenomenon Magic CabaretThe Loft, The Old Post Office,
Milk Street, Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 241071
Email: phenomenonmagic@hotmail.co.uk
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A evening of Mystery and Magic, Three Magicians in an exclusive haunted setting. Phone to reserve tickets. Doors open 8.30 ends 11pm. £6
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MUSIC
07.02.2010  -  ..
Whan Quartet-Beethovan Series IV
Whan Quartet-Beethovan Series IVMaidment Hall, Shrewsbury School,
Kennedy Rd, Shrewsbury SY3 7BA
Tel: 01743 281281
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Come hear the quartet's fiery interpretations of Beethovan's Quartet Op18 No4, Quartet OP95 'Serioso', Quartet Op132. 7:30pm £13
More: www.shropshiremusictrust.com

DARWIN FESTIVAL
12.02.2010  -  14.02.2010
Darwin Festival
Darwin Festivalvarious locations around
Shrewsbury
Tel: 0345 678 9000
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The 7th annual festival is utilizing a long weekend to encourage more participants. This year's emphasis is on the young and aimed at students. Comedy returns and we'll be challenging the current interpretation of Darwin's ideas.
More: www.discoverdarwin.co.uk

DARWIN FESTIVAL
12.02.2010  -  ..
Darwin & The Enigma of Evil
Darwin & The Enigma of EvilSt Julian’s Centre,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 281200
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Dr. Chris Sinkinson, BA MA PhD, his talk will consider the way that Darwin confronted the problem of evil and suffering in creation and the issues this posed for the church. 7:30pm £5 on the door
More: www.discoverdarwin.co.uk

DARWIN FESTIVAL
12.02.2010  -  ..
Darwin Birthday Toast & Walk
Darwin Birthday Toast & WalkMorris Hall Courtyard,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 281200
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Come drink our annual toast to Darwin and then join the Festival Director for a guided walk around the town. Darwin Walk, approximately 1½ hours. Free Event. Places on walk limited. Booking essential 12 noon
More: www.discoverdarwin.co.uk

DARWIN FESTIVAL
12.02.2010  -  ..
The Beagle has Landed !
The Beagle has Landed !The Old Post Office,
Milk Street, Shrewsbury
Tel: 0345 6789000
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Shrewsbury’s premiere comedy review team presents the ‘true’ story of Charles Darwin. Caution: Contains strong language and scenes of mild evolution. 7:30pm £5 on the door
More: www.darwinshow.com

MARKET
13.02.2010  -  13.02.2010
Made in Shropshire - Fair in the Square
Made in Shropshire - Fair in the SquareThe Square
Shrewsbury SY1 1SL
Tel: 01743241275
Email: margaretcaley@talktalk.net
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Made in Shropshire is a collaboration of local designer-makers, artists and food producers offering a wide range of products including ceramics, textiles, jewellery, artwork, photography, glass, food and drink. 9:30 am - 5:00 pm FREE
More: www.madeinshropshire.co.uk

DARWIN FESTIVAL
13.02.2010  -  ..
Making a Difference Saving The Rain Forrest
Making a Difference Saving The Rain ForrestShropshire Wildlife Trust,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 281200
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Pauline Fisk, author of ‘In the Trees’ a novel about the gap year experience set in the rainforest of Belize. Erika Berengeur (Brazil) – Researcher for the Greenpeace Amazon Cattle Campaign. Presentations followed by group discussion. 12 noon
More: www.discoverdarwin.co.uk

ART EXHIBITION
14.02.2010  -  28.02.2010
Exhibizmon!
Exhibizmon!The Bear Steps Gallery,
1 Fish Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1 UR
Tel: 07593 016 726
Email: katyhunt66@yahoo.co.uk
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An exciting art exhibition showcasing an eclectic range of local Shropshire talent including Glass, Sculpture, Print work, Textiles, Oils, Woodwork, Photography, Quilting and Fine Art. 1000 - 1600 Daily. Free Admission
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EXHIBITION
14.02.2010  -  28.02.2010
Exhibizmon!
Exhibizmon!The Bear Steps Gallery,
Fish Street, Shrewsbnury SY1 1UR
Tel: 07743 026 074
Email: chloe@halls.to
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An exciting art exhibition showcasing an eclectic range of local Shropshire talent including Glass, Sculpture, Print work, Textiles, Oils, Woodwork, Photography, Quilting and Fine Art 10am - 4pm daily FREE
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/exhibizmon.shtml

PANTOMIME
15.02.2010  -  20.02.2010
Sinbad the Sailor - The Pantomine!
Sinbad the Sailor - The Pantomine!Bayston Hill Memorial Hall,
Lyth Hill Road, Bayston Hill, Shrewsbury
Tel: 07854142486
Email: bexstar_2002:hotmail.com
Twitter: sinbadthepanto
Come along with all the family for an evening of fun and laughter! Written and directed by Judy Shone, Sinbad the Sailor promises something for everyone! 7.30pm - 10.00pm (approx) £4.50 and £2.50 conc
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WORKSHOP
16.02.2010  -  17.02.2010
Two Day Music Video Prouction Workshop
Two Day Music Video Prouction WorkshopThe Hive Music and Media Centre,
5 Belmont, Shrewsbury SY1 1TE
Tel: 01743 234970
Email: admin@hiveonline.org.uk
Twitter: HiveShrewsbury
Two day workshop to create and produce a music video for an original piece of music, including storyboarding, filming and editing. Ages 8 - 13 10am - 3pm both days £25
More: www.hiveonline.org.uk

CHILDRENS WORKSHOP
18.02.2010  -  ..
Musical Fun - instruments and computer sampling
Musical Fun - instruments and computer samplingThe Hive Music and Media Centre,
5 Belmont, Shrewsbury SY1 1TE
Tel: 01743 234970
Email: admin@hiveonline.org.uk
Twitter: HiveShrewsbury
Fun & experimentation with instruments and computer sampling for ages 5 - 8. 10am - 12 midday £6
More: www.hiveonline.org.uk

THEATRE
19.02.2010  -  20.02.2010
The Winters Tale
The Winters Tale Theatre Severn, Frankwell,
Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 281281
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Twitter: TheatreSevern
Following their success with The Tempest in 2007, Shropshire Youth Theatre, with the same directorial team, presents another of Shakespeare’s wonderful last plays – The Winters Tale.
More: www.virtual-shropshire.co.uk/shropshire_news/syt-winters.shtml

WORKSHOP
19.02.2010  -  ..
Build a Bird Box
Build a Bird BoxShropshire Wildlife Trust
193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
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Help us to provide our wonderful feathered friends with a home. Build you very own nest box to take home. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. 11.00-12.30pm & 2.00-3.30pm £5.00 per child
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WORKSHOP
19.02.2010  -  ..
Making birds and their homes
Making birds and their homesShropshire Wildlife Trust,
193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
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Help us to mark nest box week by joining us to make unusual birds and nests from recycled materials. Age 4-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential 10.30-12.30am & 1.30-3.30pm £4.00 per child
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MUSIC
20.02.2010  -  ..
Consort 1700
Consort 1700Concord College,
Acton Burnell, Nr. Shrewsbury
Tel: 01743 281281
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A dynamic chamber ensemble with a baroque flute, baroque cello, harpsicord, soprano performing pieces like Handel's Nine German Arias, cantatas, corelli, Vivaldi, Scarlatti and more. 7:30pm £14
More: www.shropshiremusictrust.com

POTATO FAIR
20.02.2010  -  ..
Potato Day Fair
Potato Day FairShropshire Wildlife Trust,
193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AH
Tel: 01743 284280
Email: katep@shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
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Join us for our potato extravegaza where there will be over 40 varieties of potato seed to buy, as well as local plant and produce stalls, children's activities and refrenshments. 10.00am - 4.00pm FREE
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WEDDING FAIR
21.02.2010  -  21.02.2010
The Wroxeter Hotel Wedding Fayre
The Wroxeter Hotel Wedding FayreThe Wroxeter Hotel,
Wroxeter, Nr Shrewsbury SY5 6PH
Tel: 01952 507917
Email: stevenellam@blueyonder.co.uk
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Opening Hours from 11am to 4pm. Over 35 of Shropshire most experienced and premier exhibitors Staff on hand to show you around. A relaxed and friendly atmosphere where you can browse and shop at your leisure Free admission
More: www.balloon-expressions.co.uk/fayres.html

MUSIC
24.02.2010  -  24.02.2010
Newton Faulkner
Newton FaulknerTheatre Severn,
Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY3 8FT
Tel: 01743 281281
Email: mail@theatresevern.co.uk
Twitter: @TheatreSevern
Following recent chart success with his latest album, Newton Faulkner has just announced a new must-see 15-date tour, starting in Shrewsbury where he will be performing at Theatre Severn. 8.00pm £25
More: www.theatresevern.co.uk

ARTS ALIVE
26.02.2010  -  26.02.2010
Opera Dudes - Licensed To Trill
Opera Dudes - Licensed To TrillKinnerley Parish Hall,
Kinnerley SY10 8DB
Tel: 01691 682873
Email: mel@artsalive.co.uk
Twitter: flixinthestix
The boys are back, this time they are Bigger, Bolder and Better than ever. Expect the unexpected - opera, swing, showstoppers and impressions. Terrific singing, funny stories, a concert piano solo and a silly piano duet in the style of Morecambe and Wise! 7.30pm start. £5
More: www.artsalive.co.uk

CHARITY DINNER
26.02.2010  -  26.02.2010
Supper with Self Help Africa
Supper with Self Help AfricaMytton and Mermaid,
Atcham, Shrewsbury SY5 6QG
Tel: 01743 277170
Email: liz.lever@selfhelpafrica.net
Twitter: selfhelp_africa
3 course dinner in aid of Shrewsbury-based charity Self Help Africa. Price includes half bottle of wine. Two staff members from Zambia will speak. 7.30pm £25.00
More: selfhelpafrica.com/selfhelp/Main/African_supper.htm

FAMILY
28.02.2010  -  ..
Orchestras Live Family Concert
Orchestras Live Family Concert Theatre Severn,
Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury, SY3 8FT
Tel: 01743 281281
Email:
Twitter: @TheatreSevern
Brian Blessed and the City of London Sinfonia. Brian Blessed narrates Prokofiev's universally-loved story Peter and the Wolf, and the tale of Putnam's Camp by American composer Charles Ives. There's the rousing first movement of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony and music by tango composer Astor Piazzolla. 4:00 pm
More: www.theatresevern.co.uk


 



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