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Devon Libraries & Bookstart launch successful Bounce & Rhyme beach events

Under 5’s and their families celebrated National Bookstart Week with FREE Bounce & Rhyme events on the beaches of Devon.

Over 350 parents and children attended the events which were designed to encourage reading as a fun activity. They were held by Devon Libraries in conjunction with Bookstart and Children's Centre staff across the county. Themed ‘Under the Sea’, events were held at Ilfracombe, Teignmouth, Dawlish, Dartmouth & Exmouth and were aimed at under 5’s and their parents and carers.

Reading resources were gifted to parents and children from Devon Libraries...

Wildlife safari

Event Date: 
26/08/2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Venue: 
Seaton Wetlands, Colyford to Seaton Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Bugs, butterflies, birds, dragonflies and possibly even some snakes!

Come for a ramble with our Ranger to explore Seaton Wetlands and learn all about the creatures who call it home.

Bring binoculars/ a camera.

Suggested donation £3 per person.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2016/wildlife-safari-seaton-wetlands/

Rockpool ramble in Sidmouth

Event Date: 
22/08/2016 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Venue: 
children, wildlife, events

Explore the mysterious world of Sidmouth's rock pools with the Countryside Rangers

Learn where to look and what to look for.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2016/rockpool-ramble-in-sidmouth/

Rainbow Flower Festival, Dunsford

Event Date: 
26/08/2016 - 10:00am to 29/08/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
St Marys Church Dunsford, EX6 7JJ

Dunsford, situated at the top of the Teign Valley, famed for its profusion of wild daffodils and bluebells is holding a rainbow themed Flower Festival over August Bank Holiday, 26-29th

Friday - tranquil viewing Saturday - children's activities including parachuting teddy bears off the church tower.

Sunday - evening songs of praise.

Monday - BBQ brunch and Grand Draw 2pm Rainbow themed stalls/attractions.

Refreshments available throughout.

Donations in aid of church refurbishment.

Admission Free.

10am - 7.30pm daily.

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Your essential guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this weekend (3-5 June).

THEATRE

Avenue Q Friday & Saturday, Northcott Theatre, Exeter Avenue Q is an irresistibly charming musical which tells the story of the loveable characters on a downtown New York street trying to make sense of life’s burning issues. Hilarious, cheeky and uproariously entertaining, with a terrific batch of songs performed by a cast of hugely talented performers and puppets. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk

Man Found! Friday and Saturday, 7.30pm, Hope Hall, Exeter In a follow up to the...

University to chair EU referendum discussions

Experts from the University of Exeter are to host a special two-part discussion series about whether the UK should stay or leave the European Union.

Representatives from both sides of the argument will discuss the possible implications of a ‘Brexit’ during the series, which will both be held at the Exeter Phoenix in June.

Open to the public, the events will be led by experts from the University’s College of Social Sciences and International Studies.

The first of the events, entitled: 'Brexit: Would it leave Britain and Europe less secure?' will be held on Wednesday...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 05/27/2016 - 10:03pm

Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (27-30 May).

THEATRE

English Touring Opera: Iphigénie en Tauride Friday, 7.30pm, Exeter Northcott Theatre Vampire-like villains and human sacrifice form a bloodthirsty backdrop to what is one of the most refined and perfect of operas, based on a famous story from Greek myth. By a composer who influenced future generations from Mozart to Wagner, this account of the reunion of Iphigenia and her brother in the aftermath of the Trojan War is an eloquent, heart-wrenching masterpiece. Sung in French with English...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 05/18/2016 - 10:12pm

Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (20-22 May).

THEATRE

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter ……suddenly a White Rabbit with pink eyes ran close by her. Lewis Carroll’s famous story, one of the best-loved books ever written, is magically brought to life by Exeter College’s BTEC Performing Arts Department. Alice’s adventures lead her down the rabbit-hole, where she embarks on a magical journey through Wonderland meeting The Mad Hatter, The Mock Turtle, The Cheshire-Cat and even has time for...

Your guide to What's On this weekend (13-15 May 2016)

Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (13-15 May).

THEATRE

Travels with My Aunt Friday & Saturday, 7.30pm, Exeter Northcott Theatre Four actors take on over 20 characters in this hilarious mad cap dash around the world with Henry Pulling, a retired suburban bank manager with a penchant for dahlias. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk

Jonny & the Baptists: The End is Nigh Friday & Saturday, Exeter Bike Shed Theatre Last year, Jonny accidentally told his four-year-old niece climate change would end the world. To stop her crying,...

Mozart: Exeter Cathedral Choir and Orchestra

Event Date: 
18/06/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Cathedral

The music of Mozart will echo around the Cathedral later this year in the latest concert performance by our renowned choir, which takes place on Saturday 18th June at 19.30.

The Choristers, Lay Vicars and Choral Scholars will be joined by a chamber orchestra of professional instrumentalists and a quartet of soloists, all under the baton of Cathedral Director of Music, Timothy Noon.

The music to be performed includes Mozart’s Vespers with its famous ‘Laudate Dominum’ solo, which will be sung by soprano Julia Featherstone. The Coronation Mass and communion anthem Ave verum...

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