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Friday, 29th, Jan TO 24th Feb, 9am-5pm
Art Exhibition by Stephie Griffiths and Lesley Denham, The Old Printworks Gallery, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17
There will be an exhibition of Stephie and Lesley's latest artwork. Stephie paints with Encaustic wax (pigmented beeswax) using Irons, stylus, and hot air, she also works in Acrylic and other media. Lesley works in Acrylic and Oil. The subject matter is a beautiful array of flora and bird studies, delightful!
You can preview Stephies work at www.liquidarts.co.uk
Charges: FREE
Contact: Stephie Griffiths stephiegriffiths@btinternet.com Tel. 01728 603460
Thursday, 4th February 2010, 7.30-9.30pm
Palearctic Migrants in East Africa, Woodbridge Community Hall
Organised by Woodbridge RSPB Local Group
Illustrated talk on the fate of our summer birds in their African winter quarters.
Charges: Members £2.00; U16 Free; non-members £3.00;U16 £1.50
Contact: Malcolm Key Tel. 01728 723155
Friday, 5th February 2010, 7:30 pm-10:00 pm approx
"From Bomber Crew to Fighter Controller"
The Main Hall, Martlesham Heath Community Centre, Old Felixstowe Rd (behind Tesco)
Organised by Martlesham Heath Aviation Society (MHAvSoc)
In this illustrated talk Isaiah Levene (known to many as Lee) shares his experiences of joining the RAF early in World War 2. We will hear about his experiences in training, on bombing raids, and his time with the rest of the crew. He then changed trades to becoming a Fighter Controller, working with (amongst others) “Ginger” Lacey – top RAF Fighter Ace. He will then talk about Squadron Leader Major – his bomber skipper, who became a test pilot. Squadron Leader Major has a tragic link with Felixstowe, and a prototype jet-powered flying boat fighter.
Charges: £1:50 members £2:50 non-members.
Tickets not required - just turn up, you can join on the night
Contact: Howard King
Tel. 01473 274300 (home)
Saturday, 6/02/2010, 2100-2330
Micky Flynn plays live...
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge
Terrific Rock & Blues from this ever popular local musician.
A great night out is guaranteed!
Contact: Adrian Batstone adrian-batstone@btconnect.com
Tel. 01394 382933
Sat & Sun, 6 & 7 February 2010, 1340 on 6/2/10-1800 7/2/2010
Six Nations Rugby, Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge
Come & watch the Six Nations Rugby in the comfort of our Club Room, enjoy a glass or two of your favourite tipple.
If you get an attack of the 'munchies' we will have a wholesome home made country stew with fresh bread and butter available at just £3.95 a bowl!
The only time you will have to stop watching is to go for a 'natural break'!
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian Batstone adrian-batstone@btconnect.com Tel. 01394 382933
Tuesday, 9th February 2010, 10:00-15:00
Tinnitus Awareness Open Day, Buttermarket Shopping Centre, Ipswich
Organised by The Hearing Care Centre for benefit of British Tinnitus Association
7 Trained Tinnitus Lay Counsellors on hand to offer information, advice and support. Learn about tinnitus, stress and the art of relaxation. Free information packs to take away
Contact: Matthew Coward Tel. 01473 230330
Thursday 11th February, 7pm
Community Panel Meeting
The Pavillion, The Avenue, Ufford, IP13 6DU
Thursday, 11th February 2010, 7.30pm-9.30/10pm
Gardens make me Laugh!, Woodbridge Community Hall, Station Road, Woodbridge
Organised by for benefit of Woodbridge Horticultural Society
Annual general meeting followed by a short slide show,` Gardens Make Me Laugh!` by Paul Miles
Charges: Free to members. Guests £2
All welcome
Contact: Secretary Mrs J. Olliff Tel. 01394 386431
Saturday, 13th Feb 2010, 6.30pm-8.30pm
Valentines Romantic Evening, Grove House Hotel, Woodbridge
Enjoy our sepcial 3 course meal with that special someone for only £19.99 each
Contact: Reception reception@grovehousehotel.ltd.uk Tel. 01394 382 202
Sat & Sun, 13 & 14 February, 1340 on Sat-late on Sun
Six Nations Rugby, Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge
Come & watch the Six Nations Rugby in the comfort of our Club Room, enjoy a glass or two of your favourite tipple.
If you get an attack of the 'munchies' we will have a wholesome home made country stew with fresh bread and butter available at just £3.95 a bowl!
The only time you will have to stop watching is to go for a 'natural break'!
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian Batstone adrian-batstone@btconnect.com Tel. 01394 382933
Saturday, 13/02/2010, 2100-2330
Althea Browne back at Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge
Wonderful soul singer with a huge following.
Once supported Boney M and plays all over Europe.
Contact: Adrian Batstone adrian-batstone@btconnect.com
Tel. 01394 382933
Sunday, 14/02/2010, 1200-1500
Valentine's Day Jazz & Lunch at
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge
For benefit of
Spoil your loved one(s) with traditional Sunday lunch or something from our menu of home made dishes of fresh local produce. Then relax to light jazz and easy listening music from the fabulous Barry Kingston Trio.
Contact: Adrian Batstone adrian-batstone@btconnect.com
Tel. 01394 382933
Monday & Tuesday, 15 & 16/02/2010, 10.00am-3.30pm
Football Coaching with Kevin Horlock
Framlingham College, Framlingham, Woodbridge IP13 9EY
Open to boys and girls aged 6 - 13. Two fun packed days (15th and 16th) learning new skills with former Ipswich Town player and Northern Ireland International, Kevin Horlock.
Lunch included in the price.
Charges: £22.50 per day or £40 for both days. 10% Sibling discount.
Contact: Events Office events@framcollege.co.uk -
Tel. 01728 727231
Monday & Tuesday, 15 & 16/02/2010, 10.00am-4.00pm
Badminton Coaching at Brandeston Hall, Brandeston, Woodbridge, IP13 7AH
Open to boys and girls aged 8 - 13. Monday 15th Years 4,5 & 6 and Tuesday 16th Years 7,8 & 9. Spend 1 day improving your badminton technique with licensed Badminton England Coach, Steve Morley.
Lunch is included in the price.
Charges: £22.50 per day, 10% sibling discount applicable for this course when booked at the same time.
Contact: Events Office events@framcollege.co.uk -
Tel. 01728 727231
Tuesday, 16th February 2010, 10:30am-3pm
'Make a Difference' Youth Forum,
Foxburrow Farm, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, Woodbridge
Organised by Suffolk Wildlife Trust at Foxburrow Farm Education Centre
Team actvities, wildlife expeiences, practical conservation work, with lunch cooked on an outdoor fire. For 10-18 year olds.
Charges: Free entry but booking essential.
Contact: Jenny Kent, Cathy Smith.
Tel. 01394 380113
Wednesday, 17th February 2010, 2pm-4pm
Family Afternoon,
Foxburrow Farm, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton , Woodbridge
Organised by Foxburrow Farm Education Centre for the benefit of Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Family-based wildlife activities. Please book on 01394 380113
Charges: Children £3.50, Adults £1.50.
Contact: Jenny Kent, Cathy Smith
Tel. 01394 380113
Thursday, 18/02/2010, 10.00 am-4.00 pm
Cricket Coaching with former England Cricketer
Framlingham College, Framlingham, Woodbridge IP13 9EY
Open to boys and girls aged 8 - 14. Spend Thursday or Friday during half-term learning new skills with Paul Jarvis, former England cricketer and Level 3 E.C.B coach.
Lunch included in the price.
Charges: £25 per day. 10% sibling discount applicable when booked at the same time.
Contact: Events Office events@framcollege.co.uk -
Tel. 01728 727231
Thursday, 18 February 2010, 7.30 pm-9.45 pm
The Birds of Goa , Woodbridge Community Hall
Organised by Suffolk Wildlife Trust, Woodbridge Group for benefit of Suffolk Wildlife Trust
an illustrated talk by wildlife photographer Bill Baston.
Charges: £2 adults, children free
Contact: Helen Taylor Tel. 01473284251
Thursday, 18 February 2010, 7:30 pm-10:00
Remembering the 1950s...
The Red Cross Hall, Chevallier Street, Ipswich (entry via Lloyds CarPark, Bramford Rd junction)
Organised by Ipswich Branch, Suffolk Family History Society
Many people start their Family History Research working backwards from the '50s. Members (and othesr) are free to discuss the decade, share family stories, and show family photo's, treasures and memorabilia of the period. Tips to research the period will be revealed.
Charges: £2:00 - open to members and non members -you can join on the night
Contact: Howard King
Tel. 01473 274300 (home)
Publish: No, please do NOT publish email address
Friday, 19th February 2010, 10am-2pm
Children's Activity Day,
Foxburrow Farm, Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, Woodbridge
Organised by Foxburrow Farm Education Centre
for benefit of Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Wildlife and craft activities for 6-10 year olds
Charges: £6 per child. Please book on 01394 380113
Contact: Jenny Kent, Cathy Smith
Tel. 01384 380113
Saturday, 20/2/2010, 2100-2330
Mike Solo returns!
Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge
The Woodbridge crooner returns, better than ever. Come and be enchanted as Mike sings everything from Sinatra to Lionel Ritchie.
Contact: Adrian Batstone adrian-batstone@btconnect.com
Tel. 01394 382933
Saturday, 20th February 2010, 7:30pm-11:30pm
Concert - The Beavers, Woodbridge Community Hall
Organised by 1st Woodbridge Scout Group for benefit of The New Building Fund.
Dance your night away at this concert featuring the Beavers Band, who play music from the Fifties, Sixties and Seventies with the vibrancy and today. The entertainment doesnt stop all night. (see www.thebeaversonline.co.uk)
Cost includes refreshments and entrance. A licenced bar is available.
Tickets available from Budgens in Woodbridge, the Anchor Pub.
Charges: Adults: £10, Children: £4, family price available
Contact: Ian Hammond newhq@1stwoodbridge.org.uk Tel. 07452 016556
Wednesday, 24th February 2010, 09:00-17:00
Hearing Care Open Day - Free Hearing Tests, Framfield House Surgery, Ipswich Road, Woodbridge, IP12 4AF
Organised by The Hearing Care Centre - Karen Finch RHAD FSHAA FRSA
The Hearing Care Centre have organised this special 'Hearing Care Open Day' offering: FREE hearing tests / FREE clean and check of your existing hearing aids / FREE professional advice / FREE hearing aid techology demonstrations.
To book your appointment call 0800 0962637.
Charges: None
Contact: Matthew Coward Tel. 0800 096 2637
Thursday, 25th February 2010, 09:00-17:00
Hearing Care Open Day - Free Hearing Tests, Framfield House Surgery, Ipswich Road, Woodbridge, IP12 4AF
Organised by The Hearing Care Centre - Karen Finch RHAD FSHAA FRSA
The Hearing Care Centre have organised this special 'Hearing Care Open Day' offering: FREE hearing tests / FREE clean and check of your existing hearing aids / FREE professional advice / FREE hearing aid techology demonstrations. To book your appointment call 0800 0962637.
Charges: None
Contact: Matthew Coward Tel. 0800 096 2637
Fri & Sat, 26 & 27 February, See TV Listings for times
Six Nations Rugby, Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge
Come & watch the Six Nations Rugby in the comfort of our Club Room, enjoy a glass or two of your favourite tipple.
If you get an attack of the 'munchies' we will have a wholesome home made country stew with fresh bread and butter available at just £3.95 a bowl!
The only time you will have to stop watching is to go for a 'natural break'!
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian Batstone adrian-batstone@btconnect.com Tel. 01394 382933
Friday, 26th February 2010, 09:00-17:00
Hearing Care Open Day - Free Hearing Tests, Framfield House Surgery, Ipswich Road, Woodbridge, IP12 4AF
Organised by The Hearing Care Centre - Karen Finch RHAD FSHAA FRSA
The Hearing Care Centre have organised this special 'Hearing Care Open Day' offering: FREE hearing tests / FREE clean and check of your existing hearing aids / FREE professional advice / FREE hearing aid techology demonstrations. To book your appointment call 0800 0962637.
Charges: None
Contact: Matthew Coward Tel. 0800 096 2637
Sat, 27/02/2010, 2100-2330
Fo'c'stle play at Ye Olde Bell & Steelyard, New Street, Woodbridge
Traditional & Irish Folk music & loads more.
Great entertainment
Charges: None
Contact: Adrian Batstone adrian-batstone@btconnect.com
Tel. 01394 382933
Sunday, 28th February 2010, 2:30pm-4:15pm
Orchestral Concert by the Woodbridge Orchestral Society
Woodbridge Community Hall, Station Road, Woodbridge
The concert will include the Grieg piano concerto played by John Paul Ekins, and Saint-Saens - Carnival of the Animals
Charges: For tickets (£6) please phone Lesley Silvester on 01379 586191
Website: http://www.woodbridgeorchestra.org
Contact: Neville Reeder Tel. 01473 240737
Sunday, 28 February 2010, 3.00pm-4.30pm approx
Anna Noakes, flute Gabriella Dall'Olio, harp, The Seckford Theatre, Woodbridge
Internationally renowned as soloists, Anna and Gabriella play together music by Spohr, William Alwyn, Mozart, Nino Rota, Lilli Boulanger, Astor Piazzolla and some captivating arrangements of South American folk songs
Charges: Adults £10, school-age students free from 01394 615015 or at the door
Contact: John Stafford Tel. 01394 615000