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Walkabout in Castle Cary for Children's Hospices on 1st May
Why not go for a walk around Castle Cary on Sunday, 1st May to help support Children's Hospices in the South West?
Good Music Inspection at King Arthur's
King Arthur's has recently had an Ofsted inspection for its Music Department. The Inspector found the quality of teaching, curriculum, achievement, leadership and management are all Good.
Children's Charity Picnic to Celebrate the Royal Wedding
Come and join us in Wincanton Recreation Ground this Friday at 3.30pm for a fun children's picnic and cake stall to celebrate the royal wedding and raise money for Yeovil Hospital women's unit. EVERYONE welcome.
An Interview with Town Councillor Christine Dean
"No kudos in being a councillor." Christine Dean talks about her work as a town councillor and why she does it.
One Person's Report on the Hustings
Not an editorial, but a personal report on an important and interesting evening.
Arts & Crafts - Are You Interested?
Sometimes you have a feeling that you'd like to try something arty for yourself or perhaps for something to do with your children. A First Steps course in Arts and Crafts might just be the thing you are looking for.
Drunks, Litter and Vandalism - Another Summer in Wincanton Has Begun
The recent warm, sunny days hasn't just brought out the flowers - familiar scenes of drunk teenagers at the recreation ground, litter and vandalism seem set to follow the same pattern as last year.
Parkinson's Awareness Day at Morrisons
Members of the Wincanton and Area Parkinson's Group spent Thursday 14th in the foyer of Morrisons handing out leaflets, collecting donations and talking to people about Parkinson's Disease.
Mayor's Ball Raises £2,500 for WCH Scanner Appeal
Tickets were sold out for this charity event which raised money for Wincanton Community Hospital's Scanner Appeal.
What Parking Charges?
Liberal Democrat candidate for the District Council Jane Lock discusses the Conservative claim that the Liberal Democrats are out to impose parking charges on Wincanton. (Another hot topic of debate for tonight's husting.)
David Heath on the Alternative Vote
David Heath lists his reasons for saying yes to the Alternative Vote. (Check this out before coming to the husting tomorrow evening at KA's.)
First Steps in Floristry - Flowers that bloom in the Spring
Most people like flowers but we don't always know how to make the most of them. Help is at hand in the form of a First Steps in Floristry course starting on Friday 6th May at the Balsam Centre.
Art for Life - Sustainable Sculptures in Historic Venues
Fiona Campbell will be showing her unusual work at some exciting forthcoming Sculpture Exhibitions in Somerset and Wiltshire. The shows are in some fabulous, historic venues from the oldest Arts Centre (Bridgwater) to Stourhead National Trust Estate.
Annual Parish Meeting - 28th April 2011
Don't miss this important chance to hear a review of what our Town Council has been doing during the past year.
Wincanton's Premier Outdoor Recreational Facility
Wincanton Sports Ground is an outdoor recreational facility, serving the Blackmore Vale and beyond for local outdoor sports teams and private functions. Our home football teams have recently achieved a set of impressive wins.
Election Husting on Wednesday 20th April 2011
Election Hustings are being held at King Arthur's School to allow local voters to ask questions of all candidates. On 5th May you will be voting for new Town Councillors, District Councillors, AND voting for/against the New Alternative Voting System!
The Old Inn Goes Caribbean - Bank Holiday Special Event
Fancy a special event with a Caribbean twist? Fantastic food and a day of music at The Old Inn, including a solid steel band and other local acts on Sunday 29th April.
Midweek Mingle - Networking for Professional Women
Informal business networking for professional women comes to Wincanton. Midweek Mingle welcomes women who work in all areas to these informal, low-cost, effective networking events. We will be having our first meeting in the newly refurbished Red Lion Cafe Bar in Wincanton at 7.30pm on Wednesday 13th April.
Framed by Frank Foster
Picture framing, particularly for artists and crafts people is not always simple and straightforward, which is why so many beat their path to Frank’s door on Bayford Hill.
Methane - The Most Dangerous Gas in Our Everyday Lives!
Clive Rogers introduces Methane and the different ways this 'Green House Gas' is affecting us and launches an interesting competition. Design your own system for capturing methane from cows.
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