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WemTown Hallprogramme Autumn 2012

Box Office: 01939 238279 • Reception: 01939 232299 • www.wemtownhall.co.uk

DIARY OF EVENTSSEPTEMBER

The Dark Knight RisesTues 25th, 4.30pm & 8pm FILM

The Dark Knight RisesThurs 27th, 7.30pm FILM

Harvest Market Sat 29th, 9am COMMUNITY EVENTS

OCTOBER The Wedding Video

Tues 2nd, 5pm & 7.30pm FILM

The Wedding Video Thurs 4th, 5pm FILM

The Angel’s Share Thurs 4th, 7.30pm FILM

Wem Art Society4th–24th October GALLERY

Budapest Café Orchestra Fri 5th, 8pm MUSIC

Scilly’s Comedy NightTues 9th, 7.30pm COMEDY

NT Live: The Last of the HaussmansThurs 11th, 7pm BIG SCREEN EVENTS

Mayor’s Race Night Fri 12th, 7.15pmCOMMUNITY EVENTS

Town of Runners Thurs 18th, 7.30pm FILM

Funny Bones Fri 19th, 4.30pm THEATRE

Tipitina Sat 20th, 8pm MUSIC

ROH Live Ballet: Swan Lake Tues 23rd, 7.15pm BIG SCREEN EVENTS

We Are Together Thurs 25th, 7.30pm FILM

WTHCT Tabletop Sale Sat 27th, 9.30am–1pmCOMMUNITY EVENTS

Alice Pattullo 27th Oct–22nd Dec GALLERY

Brave Mon 29th, 2pm FILM

Brave Tues 30th, 2pm FILM

Brave Weds 31st, 2pm FILM

NOVEMBER Alice Pattullo

27th Oct–22nd Dec GALLERY

NT Live: Timon of Athens Thurs 1st, 7pmBIG SCREEN EVENTS

Mind, Body & Soul Sat 3rd, 10am–4.30pmCOMMUNITY EVENTS

Monsieur Lazhar Tues 6th, 7.30pm FILM

Moonrise Kingdom Thurs 8th, 7.30pm FILM

Alun Cochrane Sat 10th, 8pm COMEDY

Hope Springs Tues 13th, 5pm & 7.30pmFILM

Hope Springs Thurs 15th, 7.30pm FILM

Charity Evening Sat 17th, 7.30pmCOMMUNITY EVENTS

We Are Poets Thurs 22nd, 7.30pm FILM

Ballroom and Sequence Dance Fri 23rd, 8pm DANCE

Mayor’s Fashion Show Tues 27th, 7.30pmCOMMUNITY EVENTS

Anna Karenina Weds 28th, 5 & 7.30pm FILM

Anna Karenina Thurs 29th, 5 & 7.30pm FILM

Christmas Festival Fri 30thCOMMUNITY EVENTS

DECEMBER Alice Pattullo

27th Oct–22nd Dec GALLERY

Two Years at Sea Thurs 6th, 7.30pm FILM

ROH Live Ballet: The Nutcracker Thurs 13th, 7.15pm BIG SCREEN EVENTS

TAS Variety Show Mon 17th, 7.15pm MUSIC

TAS Variety Show Tues 18th, 7.15pm MUSIC

Meet Me In St Louis Thurs 20th, 7.30pm FILM

Hello and WelcomeThis Autumn is going to be our busiest yet with a heady mix of Theatre, Music, Cinema,Big Screen Events, Exhibitions and much more for you to enjoy. From October we willbroadcast live Opera and Ballet from the Royal Opera House as well as continuing toscreen live theatre productions from the National Theatre in London. See the Big ScreenEvents section for more information on upcoming productions.

Live event highlights over the next few months include a Hungarian evening withmusic from The New Budapest Café Orchestra and tasty goulash before the show (madeto the bands own authentic recipe!), a magical performance of the classic children’s’story Funnybones, and the hilarious stand up comedian Alun Cochrane to lighten upour November.

If you’d like to keep up to date about everything that’s going on at Wem Town Hall joinour mailing list, email or postal, by calling in at reception, providing your contact detailsvia our website link, by email or by simply calling us on 01939 232299.

Volunteer with usWem Town Hall exists thanks to the time, dedication and commitment of many volunteersworking in a variety of roles. If you would like to find out more about volunteeringopportunities please contact us on 01939 232299/volunteer@wemtownhall.co.uk

Hire usWe have a great range of spaces available for private hires, community and specialevents, business meetings and conferences. We offer high quality catering to suit alltastes and budgets and house a superb range of audio visual equipment to meet allyour technical needs. From Birthdays to Wedding Receptions and Business Meetings toFitness Classes we might just be what you are looking for. Contact us on 01939 232299/info@wemtownhall.co.uk for more information.

Eat and Drink with usOur café/bar is open Monday to Saturday and for evening events providing a warmwelcome to all visitors. With free wi-fi access, the light and airy surroundings are theperfect place to meet up, relax, eat, drink and share. Our locally sourced menu offershomemade and high quality dishes and we offer speciality coffees, teas and soft drinks,along with a range of wines and local beers.

The Budapest Café OrchestraFriday 5 October, 8pmCHRIS GARRICK: violin & darbukaEDDIE HESSION: free bass accordionKELLY CANTLON: double bassADRIAN ZOLOTUHIN: guitar, saz, balalaika

The Budapest Café Orchestra play powerfuland driving folk-based music from EasternEurope inspired by the music of Europeangypsies. The richness and dynamism of Balkanmusic is on display here in all its untamableglory in a wide-ranging programme ofimpassioned Hungarian Czardas, tenderRussian folk melodies, rollicking dances fromRomania and Moldavia, bitter sweet Jewishlaments, one or two electrifying compositionsof the group’s own making plus a fewsurprises along the way… The music evokesvivid images of Tzigane fiddle maestros,Budapest café life and gypsy campfires –good enough to make you want to book aholiday along the Danube!

Tickets: Adult £12 Child £6

‘the fiery vivacity and awe-inspiringmusicianship of the finest purveyors of EasternEuropean gypsy music this side of a Lada scrapheap will leave you with a grin on your face andrhythm in your feet…’ Times

‘ their performances are among the mostfulfilling live entertainment spectacles you areever likely to find of any genre’ BBC Celtic Connections

JOIN US FOR TASTY GOULASH AT 7pmMade to the bands own authentic recipe!

Tickets: £7.95 per person. Please book byMonday 1st October.

Scilly’s Comedy NightTuesday 9 October, 8pm (Doors 7.30pm)Come and watch six aspiring comedians fromall over the country at Scilly’s open miccomedy night at Wem Town Hall. Ages 16+

Tickets: £3

MUSIC, THEATRE, DANCE, COMEDY

Funny BonesPuppet Lab Theatre CompanyFriday 19 October, 4.30pm(Schools performance 1.45pm)Meet three skeletons, Big, Little and Dog asthey go adventuring to find fun, frights andfriendship. Spooky houses, dancing clocks,dinosaurs and skeleton pets all make anappearance as well as that darned Black Cat.Woof Woof!

The Puppet Lab has been inspired by thepopular books of Janet and Allan Ahlberg. The show is a visual feast full of music andsong, leading us through the crazy days ofthese delightful skeletons. Suitable for 3–7year olds and their families.

Tickets: Adult £5, Child £4.50

Tipitina in ConcertSaturday 20 October, 7.30pmFollowing their third sell out gig at London’sfamous Ronnie Scotts, Tipitina are coming toWem Town Hall. Their music provides acaptivating mix of New Orleans boogie, blues,barrelhouse and gospel. A great night formusic lovers with something for everyone.

A talented band from the UK, Tipitina aremade up of Justin Randal on keyboards,Debbie Jones on vocals, Wem’s very ownAndy Jones on guitar, Pat Flood on doublebass and the irreplaceable talent of JohnHicks on drums. The success of their debut CD‘I Wish I Was In New Orleans’ resulted in a UKtour and shows in Holland, Belgium, Franceand Spain, now see them at Wem Town Hall.

Tickets: £10 in advance,£12 on the door

MUSIC, THEATRE, DANCE, COMEDY

Alun Chochrane: Moments of AlunSaturday 10 November, 8pmThis autumn Alun Cochrane brings his soldout Edinburgh show ‘Moments of Alun’ toWem Town Hall.

You may have seen him on Channel 5, or onDave, or on a panel game, or YouTube, or juston a bus somewhere. Expect thinking aloud,chat with the audience, and Cochrane stylestand-up.

‘The best, as well as the most natural stand-upI’ve seen at the Fringe. Expect Alun Cochrane tobe filling arenas soon’ Independent

‘Alun Cochrane’s ability to make the little thingsin life a comedy goldmine is phenomenal’Chortle.co.uk

Tickets: All at £12

Ballroom and Sequence DanceFriday 23 November, 8–11.30pmBallroom and sequence dancing on the bestdance floor in Shropshire, with live music byRobin Horton. Food and raffle on the evening.

Tickets: £5, non dancers £2

Variety ConcertMonday 17, Tuesday 18 December, 7.15pmA festive celebration of music by talentedyoung people from Thomas Adams Schoolincluding performances by the Big Band,Taiko groups, choirs and solo performers.

Tickets: Adult £5, Child £2.50

The Amazing Adventures of PinocchioStrangeface Theatre CompanySunday 13 January, 3pm Based on the original story by Carlo Collodi,Strangeface bring their mix of masks, puppetsand live music to this tale of mischief. In astyle closer to Dahl than Disney, Pinocchiogoes on a fantastical journey from his firstmoments as a talking log through a series ofscrapes with a fairy, rascals Fox and Cat, asinister puppet-master, and a trip to the Landof Toys. Most suitable for ages 5+

An affordable alternative to panto whichpromises to be a great Christmas gift!

Tickets: Adult £8.00, Child £6.00

BIG SCREEN EVENTS

months in this chaotic world of all-daydrinking, infatuations, long-held resentments,free love and failure.

‘Julie Walters’s sense of comic timing isremarkable, a performance that mingleshumour with great pathos.’ Daily Express

The Royal Opera House Presents: Swan LakeTuesday 23 October, 7.15pm, 180minsapprox including two intervals‘Swan Lake’ is one of the most loved of allclassical ballets. It has a magical combinationof Tchaikovsky’s music, a compelling story oftragic romance and choreography that allowsthe very best dancers to show just howamazing they can be.

In its story, Prince Siegfried falls in love withthe Swan Queen, Odette, condemnedthrough the evil magic of magician VonRothbart to transform into a swan by day.After trickery at a palace ball prevents thePrince marrying his new love and restoringher to her true form, tragedy is the onlymeans left to him to finally break the spell.

The ethereal forms of the swans, illuminatedby moonlight, the charged solos for thePrince and Odette and her alter-ego Odile,the machinations of Von Rothbart and thecolour of a palace ball – all combine withglorious music, here under the expert batonof Valeriy Ovsyanikov, to make for an eveningof inspiration and romance.

Tickets for National Theatre Livescreenings are charged at £11 Adult, £10 Friends and Children. Tickets for The Royal Opera House screenings are all charged at £15

NT Live Presents: The Last of the HaussmansThursday 11 October, 7pm, 180mins approxincluding 20min intervalJulie Walters plays Judy Haussman with RoryKinnear and Helen McCrory as her children inthis eagerly-anticipated new play: a funny,touching and sometimes savage portrait of afamily that’s losing its grip.

Anarchic, feisty but growing old, high societydrop-out Judy Haussman remains in spirit withthe Ashrams of the 1960s while holding courtin her dilapidated Art Deco house on theDevon coast. After an operation, she’s joinedby wayward offspring Nick and Libby, sharp-eyed granddaughter Summer, local doctorPeter, and Daniel, a troubled teenager whomakes use of the family’s crumbling swimmingpool. Together they share a few sweltering

BIG SCREEN EVENTS

NT Live Presents: Timon of AthensThursday 1 November, 7pm, 180minsapprox including 20min intervalSimon Russell Beale takes the title role in thismodern day setting of Shakespeare’s strangefable of consumption, debt and ruin, writtenin collaboration with Thomas Middleton.

dances make a fabulous contrast – the SugarPlum Fairy is just one of the delights – andPeter Wright’s production tells the storyclearly from its mysterious start to its happyconclusion. Through it all, Tchaikovsky’s musicis some of the most instantly memorable of allballet, with a wealth of famous melodies.

First seen at Covent Garden in 1984, TheNutcracker is an essential part of Christmas foraudiences of all ages.

NT Live Presents: The Magistrate (12A)Thursday 17 January, 7pm Running Time TBCAcademy Award nominee and Tony Award-winner John Lithgow (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,Shrek, 3rd Rock from the Sun) takes the titlerole in Arthur Wing Pinero’s uproariousVictorian farce, directed by Olivier Award-winner Timothy Sheader (Crazy for You andInto the Woods, Regent’s Park Open AirTheatre, London).

In a similar vein to the National Theatre’ssmash-hit classic comedies, She Stoops toConquer and London Assurance, The Magistrateis sure to have audiences doubled up withlaughter. When amiable magistrate Posket(John Lithgow) marries Agatha (OlivierAward-winner Nancy Carroll, After the Dance),little does he realise she’s dropped five yearsfrom her age – and her son’s. When herdeception looks set to be revealed, it sparks aseries of hilarious indignities and outrageousmishaps.

Wealthy friend to the rich and powerful,patron of the arts, ostentatious host, Timon ofAthens is surrounded by free-loaders andsycophants. He vastly outspends his resourcesbut, finding his coffers empty, he expects hisassociates to help but instead they hang himout to dry.

‘An exhilarating production featuring acompelling performance by Simon Russell Beale’Guardian

The Royal Opera House Presents:The NutcrackerThursday 13 December, 7.15pm, 130minsapprox including one intervalA seasonal favourite with something foreveryone to enjoy, E. T. A. Hoffman’s story tellsof one Christmas Eve, when young Claracreeps downstairs for one of her presents, butinstead finds herself at the start of a night ofmagical adventures as the Christmas treemagically grows and the toy soldiers come tolife to fight the Mouse King!

The beautifully coloured imaginings of thefantasy Sugar Garden and its celebratory

Forthcoming Productions as part of the2012/13 season from The Royal Opera House

Eugene Onegin – LIVE OperaWednesday 20 February, 7.15pm

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland – LIVE BalletThursday 28 March, 7.15pm

Nabucco – ‘Delayed Live’ OperaMonday 29 April, 7.15pm

La Donna Del Lago – LIVE OperaMonday 27 May, 6.45pm

Gloriana – LIVE OperaMonday 24 June, 7.15pm

Wem Art Society Group ShowThursday 4–Wednesday 24 OctoberMonday to Saturday 10–4pmWem Art Society was formed 35 years ago bya small group of friends who shared aninterest in art. Growing steadily over theyears, with a well established annualexhibition in June there are currently 38members who meet for drawing and paintingon Tuesday afternoons at Wem Senior Club.

GALLERY

Alice PattulloSaturday 27 October–Saturday 22 DecemberMonday to Saturday 10–4pmAn exhibition of prints, illustrations and books.

Research is at the heart of Alice’s practice andmuch of her work is inspired by British folktraditions and superstition. She is featured inmany notable design publications and herworked is stocked by exclusive outletsincluding international design museum TheV&A, Liberty and the Saatchi Store.

All work is for sale – a great shoppingopportunity, whether you are looking for aunique gift or want to treat yourself!

Alice will be running a design workshop,dates to be confirmed. Interested partiesshould register interest with reception.

FILM

FILM SCREENINGSUnless stated, all films are priced at £5 Adults, £4.50 Friends and £4 for 16’s and under

National Schools Film Week 2012The worlds largest festival for cinema and young peopleMonday 22 and Tuesday 23 OctoberNational Schools Film Week (NDFW) providesteachers and their students with theopportunity to see a wide range of films at localcinemas entirely free-of-charge. Wem TownHall will be showing Arrietty and Dr Seuss:The Lorax for schools who wish to take part.

The Dark Knight Rises 12A Tuesday 25 September, 4.30 & 8pm andThursday 27 September, 7.30pm, 165minsThe epic conclusion to Director ChristopherNolan’s Batman Trilogy. It has been eight yearssince Batman (Christian Bale) vanished into

the night, turning, in that instant, from heroto fugitive. Assuming the blame for the deathof Harvey Dent, the Dark Knight sacrificedeverything for what he and CommissionerGordon (Gary Oldman) both hoped was thegreater good. The arrival of a cunning catburglar (Anne Hathaway) and the emergenceof Bane (Tom Hardy), a masked terrorist, driveBatman out of his self-imposed exile to fightonce again.

The Wedding Video (15)Tuesday 2 October, 5 & 7.30pm andThursday 4 October, 5pm, 94minsFrom the writer and director of CALENDARGIRLS this Brit comedy sees layabout Raif(Rufus Hound) taking on the role of hisbrother’s best man with gusto, deciding hiswedding gift will be a video of the build up tothe couple’s happy day.

But as well as realising his once-cool brotherhad turned into a selfish social climber, healso uncovers the unabashed commercial -

isation of the wedding industry anduncomfortable class differences that he thenpresents in their hilarious entirety as ‘TheWedding Video’. Much of the film was shot inthe nearby city of Chester so have funspotting all the locations you know!

WTH TOP PICK! ★★★The Angels’ Share (15)Thursday 4 October, 7.30pm, 101minsFrom award-winning director Ken Loach andwriter Paul Laverty, this bittersweet comedycaper proves that sometimes all you need inlife is a little spirit. The Angels’ Share tells thestory of Glaswegian Robbie who, following thebirth of his son and a close brush with the law,finds a new determination to turn his lifearound. While serving a community serviceorder, he meets Rhino, Albert and Mo who, likehim, find it impossible to find work because oftheir criminal records. Little did Robbieimagine, but in turning to drink – Scotland’sfinest malts – that he might just come up witha plan to change their lives forever!

NT Live: Last of the Haussmans (12A)Thursday 11 October, 7pmIn Conjunction with AvivaPlease see Big Screen Events Section for more information.Tickets: £11 Adults £10 Friends and Children

Town of Runners (PG)Thursday 18 October, 7.30pm, 80mins(with English subtitles)Long distance running is a way of life in theArsi region of Ethiopia. In a country longassociated with poverty, famine and war,world-record-beating athletes are the sourceof pride. Many of the world’s greatest runnershail from Bekoji, a remote town in thesouthern Highlands. In the Beijing Olympics,runners from the Bekoji won all four goldmedals in the long distance track events –more medals than most industrial countries.

The documentary is about the young athletesborn and raised in Bekoji, who hope toemulate their local heroes and compete onthe world’s stage. Filmed over four years, thefilm follows their fortunes as they move fromschool track to national competition and fromchildhood to adulthood.

A screening as part of Black History Month

Royal Opera House Presents: Swan LakeA Ballet in four acts Tuesday 23 October, 7.15pmRunning time: approx 3 hours (including two intervals)Please see Big Screen Events for more information.Tickets: All at £15

FILM

WTH TOP PICK! ★★★We Are TogetherThursday 25 October, 7.30pm, 83minsFilmed over three years, We Are Together tellsthe remarkable and moving true story of agroup of children who use music to overcomehardship and loss. It is the story of a smallorphanage in South Africa with an amazingchildren’s choir unlike one you’ve ever seenbefore, and of the drive of these remarkableyoung singers and their teachers to make it toLondon for a series of concerts. Withunforgettable personalities, soaring music anda plot full of surprises, We Are Together is astirring and uplifting theatrical documentarythat will send a tingle down your spine.

A screening celebrating Black History Month

Brave (PG) Monday 29, Tuesday 30 & Thursday 31 October, 2pm, 101minsAnimated adventure from Disney and Pixar‘Brave’ follows the heroic journey of PrincessMerida; an expert archer and daughter ofKing Fergus and Queen Elinor.

Headstrong and determined to make her ownway in life, she breaks tradition but

unwittingly unleashes chaos in the kingdomas a result. When she enlists the help of awitch and falls victim to a deadly curse, shefinds her spirit and skill are the only thingsthat can set her free. Featuring the voices ofKelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly and EmmaThompson.

NT Live Presents: Timon of AthensThursday 1 November, 7pmIn Conjunction with AvivaPlease see Big Screen Events section for more information.Tickets: £11 Adults £10 Friends and Children

Monsieur Lazhar (12A) Tuesday 6 November, 7.30pm, 95mins(In French with English Subtitles)A class of schoolchildren is left shaken by thedeath of their well-loved teacher. Themysterious and charming Monsieur Lazhartakes over the class and in time, begins toearn their trust. His compassion has a hugeimpact, but unbeknown to his pupils, theirteacher has also been left emotionallyvulnerable by personal loss.

Moonrise Kingdom (12A) Thursday 8 November, 7.30pm, 94minsMoonrise Kingdom is a classically stylisedcomedy by Wes Andreson (‘The Life Aquaticwith Steve Zissou’, ‘The Royal Tenenbaums’)starring a wildly talented ensemble castincluding Bruce Willis, Bill Murray, TildaSwinton, Frances McDormand and EdwardNorton. The story centres on two twelve yearolds in a small New England coastal town whodecide to run away together. Sparking amajor manhunt led by the local sheriff, theirdisappearance creates a storm in the tight-knit community that’s almost as damaging asthe very real one gathering offshore.

‘Its childishness, sense of innocence and eye for fun all make it a very easy film to love.’ Dave Calhoun, Time Out

Hope Springs (12A)Tuesday 13 November, 5 & 7.30pm andThursday 15 November, 7.30pm, 99minsFrom the Director of The Devil Wears Pradacomes a romantic comedy starring MerylStreep and Tommy Lee Jones. Kay and Arnoldare a couple devoted to each other, but afterthirty years of marriage Kay is feeling shewants to spice things up. When Kaypersuades her reluctant husband to attend aweek-long intensive marriage therapy courseto try to reignite their relationship, sparkssoon start to fly!

Film ClubFor 8–11yrs and 12+. Free film screenings,you decide what we show. Contact Reception for dates and times.

Film-making and Animation SessionsFor ages 12+. Practical based workshopslearning new skills. Contact Reception forinformation on dates and times.

AUDIO AIDS: Infra Red enhanced hearingheadsets are available to amplify sound forhard of hearing patrons. They can be wornwith or without a hearing aid. Please call01939 232299 to book your headset.

We Are Poets (12A)Thursday 22 November, 7.30pm, 84minsThis uplifting and inspiring documentaryfollows a group of young performance poetsfrom Leeds chosen to represent the UK in theannual poetry slam competition ‘Brave NewVoices’ in Washington DC. The six selectedpoets’ back-stories are gradually revealed asthey struggle with nerves and worry aboutthe American audience’s reaction to some oftheir more controversial poems. The talent ondisplay is jaw-dropping, while the finalperformances are beautiful and absolutelyspell-binding. A film to be cherished.

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Anna Karenina (12A)Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 November,5 & 7.30pm, 129minsA wondrous new adaptation of Leo Tolstoy’s19th century epic tale of love and betrayal.Directed by Joe Wright (Pride and Prejudice,Atonement) from Tom Stoppard’s screenplay,the film stars Keira Knightly as aristocrat Anna,a woman both captivated and repelled by thehigh society she is part of. When she embarkson an illicit love affair with Count Vronsky andbecomes pregnant, she finds herself trappedby the conventions and hypocrisy of herrarified world. Also starring Jude Law, AaronTaylor-Johnson and Matthew Macfadyen

Two Years at Sea (U) Thursday 6 December, 7.30pm, 88minsBen Rivers is the latest artist to take a leapinto feature film making, and the result isnothing short of astonishing. Following thelife of Jake, an old man living in a remoteScottish wilderness, Rivers has crafted abeautiful and enigmatic portrait of solitudeand eccentricity.

Royal Opera House Presents: The NutcrackerThursday 13 December, 7.15pmA Ballet in two acts, running time: approx 2 hours 10 minutes (including one interval)An essential part of Christmas for audiencesof all ages! See Big Screen Events section formore information. Tickets: All at £15

Meet Me In St Louis (U)Thursday 20 December, 7.30pm, 113mins St. Louis 1903. The well-off Smith family hasfour beautiful daughters, including Estherand little Tootie. 17-year old Esther has fallenin love with the boy next door who has justmoved in. He however, barely notices her atfirst. The family is shocked when Mr. Smithreveals that he has been transfered to a niceposition in New York, which means that thefamily has to leave St. Louis and the St. LouisFair. This classic film stars Judy Garland asEsther and has just the right sprinkling ofChristmas with her flawless rendition of‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’. Notto be missed.

WEM HARVEST MARKETSaturday 29 Sept, 9.30–1pmThis popular annual market willagain showcase a wide range oflocal food, drink and craftsavailable for sale.

MAYOR’S RACE NIGHT In aid of Motor NeuroneDisease & The Severn HospiceFriday 12 Oct, 7 for 7.30pmHave a fun night at the races inWem Town Hall to raise moneyfor charities. All tickets include awarming hotpot supper. Tickets: All at £7.50

TABLE TOP SALEIn aid of Wem Town HallCommunity Trust Saturday 27 Oct, 9.30–1pm Home baking, bric a brac, craftsand more. To book tables or formore information please call01939 232299

ALTERNATIVE HEALTHPRESENTS: MIND, BODYAND SPIRIT FAIRSaturday 3 November, 10–5pm Complimentary therapies, cardreadings, craft stalls, soundhealing demonstrations andraffle. In aid of Hope HouseChildren’s Hospice.Tickets: £2 Adults, £1 Seniors,Children free

CHARITY FUNDRAISING EVENING In aid of the PsoriasisAssociationSaturday 17 November, 7.30 for 8pmEnjoy a Disco from Tim BamfordRoadshow with live music fromBad Hair Day and a charityauction with top prizes.Tickets: All at £10

MAYOR’S FASHION SHOW IN AID OF CHARITYTuesday 27 November, 6.45 for 7pmCome and view the latest fashionfor ladies and gents from M&Co.Raffle on the evening. Tickets: £5 including tea/coffeeand a biscuit.

WEM CHRISTMAS FESTIVALFriday 30 November, 5–9pmVisit the craft market at WTH andenjoy late night shopping acrossthe town as well as the Christmaslights switch on.

WEM WEEKLY MARKETThursdays, 8–1pmA range of traders selling fresh,tasty, local produce as well ascards and gifts in WTH and theTown Square

REGULAR ACTIVITIES

COMMUNITY EVENTS

MondaysEXTEND EXERCISE CLASS10.30–11.30am

TAIKO DRUMMING 7–8.30pmTry your hand at the ancient styleof Taiko drumming led by Taikomaster, James Barrow.

Course Dates: 1, 8, 15, 22 October5, 12, 19, 26 November3, 10 DecemberCourse Cost: £60 for 10 weeks

WednesdaysPILATES@WEM6.30–7.30pm, 7.45–8.45pmLearn Pilates movements andexercises with qualified tutorHelen Minton.

For further information contactHelen Minton on 01939 234017email wempilates@hotmail.com

ZUMBA 8–9pmZumba is an exhilarating,effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie burning dancefitness-party™ that’s movingmillions of people towards joyand health. Enjoy the world’smost successful dance-fitnessprogram with tutor CherieJerrard at Wem Town Hall.

To book or for more informationcall Cherie on 07957 429869 oremail cheriejerrard@gmail.com

ThursdaysPILATES@WEM 7–8pmSee above for information.

WEM WEEKLY MARKET8–1pmA range of traders selling fresh,tasty, local produce as well ascards and gifts in WTH and theTown Square

SaturdaysSHROPSHIRE DANCEBALLETRoyal Academy of Dance balletclasses for boys and girls aged 3years and upwards, withPrinciple Sally Wellings.

For more information pleasecontact Sally Wellings on 01743 240748 or emailswellings@btinternet.com

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via a lift.

• Wheelchair accessible toilets areavailable on all floors.

• Infra Red enhanced hearing headsetsare available for cinema patrons.

• Induction Loop system operates in themain hall and foyer.

• Guide Dogs are welcome in all parts ofthe building.

Parking informationThe nearest parking is located at the main car park, adjacent to the Co-op, just off High Street. Disabled parking onsite (limited) please book in advance. Please do not park on Noble Street.

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