Charity 'Local Heroes' launches new hate crime resources

NEW resources to inspire children and young people to #CallTimeOut on Hate Crime were unveiled at a reception held at Portcullis House, The House of Commons, Westminster in London, ahead of Hate Crime Awareness Week (October 14 to 21).

The charity Local Heroes ( www.lhdiversity.org ) is an education initiative, delivered through schools, to change young people’s attitudes and inspire them to become responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to society.

Working with young victims of Hate Crime and prejudice, Local Heroes has produced a new Hate Crime awareness...

Gregory looking for old photographs for heritage museum

Have you ever worked at Gregory Distribution? Do you have relatives or acquaintances who have worked at Devon’s oldest existing road transport business?

As Gregory Distribution Limited (GDL) approaches its centenary in 2019, the company is calling on all past and present employees to see if they have any old photographs taken at any of its depots in the South West especially ones featuring vehicles.

The call comes as GDL is planning to open a Heritage Vehicle Museum at its Cullompton Depot to mark the centenary with the centrepiece being a restored Model T Truck of the same...

Public invited to interactive talk on dementia in Exeter

Members of the public are being invited to an interactive talk on, to hear more about the personal experiences of those living with dementia, and the portrayal of the condition in the media.

The event is part the Economic and Social Research Council’s (ESRC) annual Festival of Social Science taking place next month. It is part of the Improving the Experience of Dementia and Enhancing Active Life (IDEAL) Project at the University of Exeter:

Dr Nelis said: “Over 850,000 people have a diagnosis of dementia in the UK, our work focuses on how people can ‘live well’ with dementia...

Devon schools celebrate the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at St James’s Palace

On Thursday 12th October, representatives from five schools in Devon received a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) Licensed Organisation certificate from celebrity presenter, Philip Schofield at St James’s Palace in London.

The five schools, Exeter College, Teign School, Honiton College, Uffculme School and The King’s School received their licence to deliver The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award alongside 100 young people from the South West who were receiving their Gold Award at a Gold Award Presentation.

The DofE is widely acknowledged as the world’s leading achievement award for...

The Nutcracker

Event Date: 
13/11/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion, Seafront, Exmouth

Music by Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky

A nutcracker who may just be a handsome prince in disguise – prepare to enter a magical new world.

The Premiere of The Nutcracker transforms the classical ballet into a fairy-tale. Featuring timeless score from incredible composer Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky, Nutcracker is a certified classic, replete with evocative music and beautiful dance. This ballet has captured the imagination of many generations over the years and continues to attract audiences worldwide, full of mystery and romance.

Set designer Lubov Sidelnikova says - ‘The Nutcracker...

Bikeology

Event Date: 
12/11/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion, Seafront, Exmouth

British Cycling has seen more drama in the past year than your average soap opera…

SO journalist, television presenter and best-selling author Ned Boulting is back this Autumn with his acclaimed sell out ride through the world of Bikeology, featuring brand new tales from life in the cycling lane, as well as the inside scoop from his time at the 2017 Tour de France.

What drives the cyclist (apart from a sturdy, well-oiled chain) to such ecstasies of endurance? What curious, deep-rooted passions are aroused by the sight of a simple pair of padded shorts? And what on earth is...

The Story of the Beach Boys® - A Tribute

Event Date: 
03/11/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion, Seafront, Exmouth

If you like the Beach Boys® songs, you will love this band!

Guaranteed to leave everyone with a smile on their face, a song in their heart and a truly memorable live music experience to cherish, this is a show you do not want to miss.

The performers of this extravaganza express, Beach Boyz Tribute Band deliver a stunning show of technicolour harmonies that will take your breath away. Presented here is a unique opportunity to hear a comprehensive selection of chart hits America’s biggest pop band ever recorded including: God Only Knows - Good Vibrations- I Get Around -...

An Evening with Pam Ayres

Event Date: 
31/10/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion, Seafront, Exmouth

Pam Ayres has been making the nation laugh for over 40 years. Funny and warm, her charming understated manner belies a rare comic precision. Her hair-trigger timing, her eye for the absurd details of everyday life, and unforgettable turn of phrase, combine to make her a true national treasure. Recent radio broadcasts include Just A Minute, Loose Ends, and five of her own series of Ayres On The Air for Radio 4.

https://www.ledleisure.co.uk/exmouth-pavilion/book-now/pam-ayres

The Legends of American Country Tribute Show

Event Date: 
29/10/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion, Seafront, Exmouth

The Legends of American Country Tribute Show

Following a sell out UK tour in 2016 direct from Ireland Europe's No 1 Country music show " The Legends of American Country " returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics . The 2017 tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton , Johnny Cash , Merle Haggard and Alan Jackson and 4 brand new tributes to icons George Jones , Kenny Rogers , Patsy Cline and Don Williams in this must see extravaganza . The show features 4 fantastic and respected singers in Rod Mc Auley , Joe Moore , Evan O Donnell and...

Carousel

Event Date: 
24/10/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion, Seafront, Exmouth

Following the huge success of Barnum Centre Stage have turned to Rodgers and Hammerstein for their Autumn production.

Carousel was voted the Best Musical of the 20th century and with it's wonderful and ever popular score it's not hard to see why. The original production opened on Broadway in 1945 but Carousel's theme is timeless and universal: the devotion of two people who love each other through thick and thin.

You'll Never Walk Alone and If I Loved You have become stand alone classics but the beautiful score is a skillful example of musical story telling. Centre Stage...

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