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Art Lectures on the Italian Renaissance by Hendrika Foster

Tue 14 Sep 2010
By John Baxter
Art Lectures on the Italian Renaissance by Hendrika Foster

Starting on October 12th, the first of two series of 10 weekly sessions. Tuesdays 4-5.30pm, October 12th - 14th December 2010. Fee £70. Tutor; Hendrika Foster MA. Pre-enrolment essential.

Coffee, Cake and a Listening Ear

Sun 12 Sep 2010
By Joyce Page
Coffee, Cake and a Listening Ear

Joyce Page describes a friendly and supportive group that meets on alternate Thursday mornings for coffee, cake and conversation in the Baptist Church hall in Mill Street.

Horticulture and Friendliness - Reasons to Join Wincanton Gardeners Association

Sat 11 Sep 2010
By Jane Findley
Horticulture and Friendliness - Reasons to Join Wincanton Gardeners Association

Jane Findley, Gardeners' Association Secretary, writes about their interesting programme and the benefits of membership.

First to Open and Last to Close, a Look at Wincanton's Kebab & Pizza House

Thu 9 Sep 2010
By John Baxter
First to Open and Last to Close, a Look at Wincanton's Kebab & Pizza House

Ravenously hungry after a good night out? In need of some really good fast food cooked on the spot with friendly service? We have it here at Mesut Sen's Kebab and Pizza House.

Live Music & Hog Roast at The Nog Inn - 18th September

Wed 8 Sep 2010
By Amy Cutts
Live Music & Hog Roast at The Nog Inn - 18th September

To celebrate both our third year here at The Nog Inn, as well as Will's 40th birthday, we'll be having a party on 18th September and would love it if you could join us!

Great Turnout of All Ages at Gardeners' Show

Tue 7 Sep 2010
By John Baxter
Great Turnout of All Ages at Gardeners' Show

The Memorial Hall was filled with Wincantonians and friends on Saturday afternoon 4th September for Wincanton & District Gardeners' Association 55th Annual Flower, Vegetable, Produce & Craft Show.

Baby Singing & Signing Classes to Start in Wincanton

Sun 5 Sep 2010
By Laura Goodwin
Baby Singing & Signing Classes to Start in Wincanton

I enjoyed going to singing and signing classes with my son so much, I have decided to become a teacher and pass on my expertise. My classes will start in Wincanton and Bruton in September.

Park Shelter Smashed

Sun 5 Sep 2010
By John Baxter
Park Shelter Smashed

A Sledge hammer was used to smash the walls of the shelter in the park which has been there for generations.

Minutes of the August Wincanton PACT Meeting

Sun 5 Sep 2010
By Jenny Maynard
Minutes of the August Wincanton PACT Meeting

Covering a range of subjects from traffic speeds to anti-social behaviour, these minutes of the PACT meeting of 12th August are an important record of some of the issues facing the town and shows how attempts are being made to deal with them.

Talk on Charles Darwin and Evolution

Thu 2 Sep 2010
By John Baxter
Talk on Charles Darwin and Evolution

The Museum and History Society has arranged what should be a fascinating talk by Edward Gwinell on Evolution. Come along to the Balsam Centre at 7.30 pm Friday, 10th September, and air your views.

Hatha Yoga Lessons at the Balsam Centre

Thu 2 Sep 2010
By Chris Fenton
Hatha Yoga Lessons at the Balsam Centre

The Balsam Centre is now offering Hatha Yoga on Saturday mornings between 9:30am-11:00am, suitable for both beginners and experienced participants.

Mother and Baby Workout at the Balsam Centre Starting Tuesday 7th September

Thu 2 Sep 2010
By Chris Fenton
Mother and Baby Workout at the Balsam Centre Starting Tuesday 7th September

The Balsam Centre is keen to invite new mothers and their babies to the new Mother and Baby Workout sessions which are to be held on Tuesday mornings between 10:30am-11:00am in the Veronica Room.

Richard and Bryony Loader Introduce Their Tanzanian Village Project

Sun 29 Aug 2010
By Bryony Loader
Richard and Bryony Loader Introduce Their Tanzanian Village Project

The Ughandi ‘B’ Village Project was launched in August 2005 by Richard and Bryony Loader to bring clean water to a remote Tanzanian village. We are continuing to raise living standards within the community through funding smaller projects

At Both A Level and GCSE Bruton School for Girls Has Excellent Results

Sun 29 Aug 2010
By John Baxter
At Both A Level and GCSE Bruton School for Girls Has Excellent Results

This year showed the girls of BSG performing extremely well.

Wincanton Town FC Host Game for Service Charities

Sun 29 Aug 2010
By David Norris
Wincanton Town FC Host Game for Service Charities

Spectacular football and book signing at Wincanton Sports Ground raises £2,000 for Service Charities.

Fun with Fabrics Workshop

Thu 26 Aug 2010
By Tricia Venn
Fun with Fabrics Workshop

This is a practical course using textiles and embroidery, for the beginner or experienced embroiderer. Building confidence, exploring creativity and having fun! There will be five fortnightly sessions led by Tricia Venn, commencing Tuesday 7th Sept.

King Arthur's GCSE Results Show High Standards Continue

Wed 25 Aug 2010
By John Baxter
King Arthur's GCSE Results Show High Standards Continue

Another good set of GCSE examination results was celebrated this year. Nearly 62% of students achieved five or more A* - C grades.

Tracey Sen Introduces Little Cherubs

Wed 25 Aug 2010
By Tracey Sen
Tracey Sen Introduces Little Cherubs

Little Cherubs at the top of South Street has now been open for six months and provides Wincanton with its only specialist children's clothing boutique.

Pink Grasshoppers at Carymoor Environment Centre - and Other Beauties

Wed 25 Aug 2010
By Jules Cross
Pink Grasshoppers at Carymoor Environment Centre - and Other Beauties

You've heard about white elephants and red herrings, how about pink grasshoppers? Unusual sightings at Carymoor; a pink grasshopper and a fly pretending to be a hornet.

Plants with Pzazz for Late Summer Colour

Tue 24 Aug 2010
By Sarah Darlington
Plants with Pzazz for Late Summer Colour

Sarah Darlington visits plantswoman Angela Whinfield to talk about keeping the garden looking good in August and September.

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