Phoenix gig for rock legend Hugh Cornwell

Authored by Newshound
Posted: Wed, 09/18/2019 - 11:09pm

'Golden Brown, Strange Little Girl, Always The Sun, Peaches, No More Heroes, Nice & Sleazy.....sound familiar?

All big hits, all great songs, all written and sung by Hugh Cornwell, the songwriter behind The Stranglers. He is the hitman and he’s back with a new album ‘Monster’ this Autumn on Sony Music.

Hugh will be bringing his set to the Exeter Phoenic on November 24.

Expect an opening set of prime solo songs, including picks from ‘Monster’, followed by a storming set of those iconic hits, sung and played by the man himself and his band.

'Just strap on...

Theatretrain Exeter performing at Disneyland Paris last Christmas

NEW show choir for children

Authored by exetertt
Posted: Wed, 09/18/2019 - 5:45pm

A NEW children’s choir is to launch in Exeter and is seeking singers.

Theatretrain Exeter opened its doors two years ago and has grown steadily over that time. Providing training in the performing arts, Theatretrain currently runs a Saturday morning school for children aged 4-18 years and over 40 children from Exeter have just appeared in a show at the Royal Albert Hall.

Due to popular demand, they are now launching a show choir for children aged 8-18 years.

Centre Director, Paul Clark said: “The popularity of being in a choir is growing from strength to strength....

Glow in the Park, 5k fun run

Event Date: 
09/11/2019 - 5:30pm to 9:00pm
Venue: 
Westpoint Arena

The Glow in the Park fun run invites people to dance, walk, jog or run though a 5K route with nine different ‘Glow Zones’.

It takes place on Saturday 9th November at Westpoint in Exeter and will help raise money for its partner charities, the Down’s Syndrome Association and Down Syndrome International.

The event is open to all ages and abilities and promises: "Electrifying light shows and energising beats to carry you around the dark course as you get your glow on in the Foam Zone, powder up in the UV Paint Blast Zone and get grooving in the Time Tunnel.”

Jemma who...

Big Issue Invest to host social enterprise event in Brixham to support social businesses in the South West

Big Issue Invest to host social enterprise event in Brixham to support social businesses in the South West

Authored by Paula_D
Posted: Wed, 09/18/2019 - 11:27am

'Network, Share & Learn' will allow local social enterprises to network, share experiences and gain expert knowledge

Big Issue Invest (BII) is calling on social enterprises across the South West to sign-up to a social enterprise networking event, taking place in Brixham in Devon next month.

'Network, Share & Learn' is taking place from 10.30 – 14.00 on October 3rd, 2019 at YES Brixham and is free to attend.

The event will allow social enterprises across the South West of England to go along and share their experiences. It will be comprised of workshops on...

Creative Self-Care

Creative Self-Care Group for People with Dementia & their Carers

Event Date: 
30/09/2019 - 2:00pm
Venue: 
Newtown Community Association Hut, Exeter

Mondays 2-4pm for 6 weeks (30th September – 4th November 2019) Newtown Community Association Hut Belmont Park, Gordon Road, Exeter EX1 2DH

Participation is FREE of charge

To sign up, either telephone Carrie on 07871 260 960 or email creativeselfcaredevon@gmail.com

The project: A supportive group which will offer creative ways of exploring what living with dementia means to you, helping you develop simple self-care skills, build resilience and connect with others in a similar situation. We’ll be combining art-making, mindfulness and a sensory approach to explore a...

England Women vs France Women

Event Date: 
16/11/2019 - 1:00pm
Venue: 
Sandy Park

England Rugby Women face France at Sandy Park in the Quilter Internationals on Saturday 16 November.

Kick off will be at 1.10pm and tickets start from just £10. Following the game, we will be screening La Rochelle vs Exeter Chiefs throughout the stadium (KO 3.15pm).

Hospitality packages are also available.

Toddler walking on pavement in camouflage baby reins

Exeter University helps mumpreneur develop new baby safety product

Authored by ONKUK
Posted: Wed, 09/18/2019 - 9:35am

Kate Lovell, a single working mother from Somerset, is launching a range of baby and toddler safety reins in fashion-forward designs that include leopard print, camouflage, and pirates. Unveiled under the brand name of ONK, the reins started life at Exeter University where technicians put various fabrics through their paces to find the strongest and most durable for Kate to send off for prototyping.

The end results are set to become firm favourites of style-savvy parents and carers who like clothing with character, and will be officially launched at London Olympia’s The Baby Show...

Some Unexpected Facts and Discoveries About the Nature of Sleep

The nature of dreams and sleep itself is still not fully understood, although they have been intriguing and perplexing scientists since the advent of science as such. In this article, we decided to collect some interesting, and sometimes even unexpected discoveries about the nature of sleep and dreams, which scientists have been able to verify at the moment. So, choose the best wedge pillow , sit back, and let's find out a few scientifically proven secrets.

When a Night of Sleep Is Not Really Needed

There are many studies proving the importance of sleep. Even jellyfish need...

Why some doctors do not recommend long term use of prescription medicines

Best Anxiety Pill

Alprazolam is sold under the brand name known as Xanax. It is the medicine used for the treatment of panic disorder and anxiety. Benzodiazepines are the class of drugs from which it belongs. They act on the nerves and brain to produce the calming effect. The medicine works by enhancing the effect of GABA in the brain. GABA stands for gamma-aminobutyric acid. It has widely helped people in the treatment of anxiety. It has proved to be the best anxiety pill.

The medicine works by decreasing the pathologically elevated levels of the brain, which means it...

Healthy activities to do in Exeter

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 09/18/2019 - 7:51am

In today's day and age, it is important to remain focussed on our health, even if we are on vacation or exploring our own home town. If you are planning a vacation this December and plan to get away with the family by escaping to Exeter, you may want to consider maintaining your healthy lifestyle so that when January does come, you don’t have the extra pounds to worry about. For all those trying to get healthy or remain healthy this festive season, here are a few healthy activities you can do during your stay in Exeter.

Don’t forget to pack your yoga mat in as the countryside can...

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