CL ARENCE HALL
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Ceilidh at The Clarence!
Join us for Ceilidh at The Clarence on Saturday, 1 June. Doors open at 6.30pm. We’re delighted that the excellent Skirrid Ceilidh Band will be taking charge of the event and guiding us through a night of dancing, good music and great company!
Tickets are £10 (to include first drink) from Crickhowell Volunteer Bureau on 01873 812177 (Mon-Fri 10am2.30pm) or on the door.
Our restored railings and gate
The Clarence Hall is not only a lovely old building, but it is also a classic example of Victorian architecture and decor.
As phase one of the Hall’s refurbishment is nearing completion, some of the “little gems”, (those artefacts that were removed for safe keeping) are being replaced.
The first is the wrought iron gate and railings to the right of the hall – our new entrance. These items have stood the test of time. They have been taken for granted and, for the most part, been unnoticed for over a hundred years. They have stood up to the weather, avoided going for “metal salvage” during two wars and escaped from the heritage vandals who in the sixties and seventies hideously “modernised” many of our civic buildings.
Now, thanks to Hall Trustee David Jeremiah, they are back in place restored and painted in the original colours – take a look. Notice the nicely worked finials – painted gold – and the natty hinges and the almost total lack of corrosion. Find out more at https://www.clarencehallcrickhowell.org.uk/ourrestored-railings-gate/
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Torfaen Arts at Clarence Hall
As part of the popular Crickhowell Open Studios event over the Spring Bank Holiday Weekend, numerous venues across the locality showcased the wonderful art and creativity that the area inspires. The Clarence Hall was no exception!
We were delighted to welcome back Torfaen Arts, a diverse group of both amateur and professional artists living within Torfaen. Their aim is to produce and show art work of exhibition quality and they didn’t disappoint, creating a display of works in a range of mediums. The group’s recipe book ‘The Art of Food’ was also on sale during the exhibition. The book contained over 30 recipes, each one illustrated by a member of Torfaen Arts.
Crickhowell Commemorates
On Thursday, 6 June, the Crickhowell community is invited to join us in commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day. D-Day was the largest naval, air and land operation in history and we remember the bravery of all those who participated. Between 3pm and 5pm, Afternoon Tea & Cake will be served at the Clarence Hall, hosted by the Clarence Hall team and Crickhowell Volunteer Bureau. Everyone is welcome!
From 4.15pm, there will be a Beacon Lighting Event at Crickhowell RFC Ground (Parc Broyd) hosted by Crickhowell Running Club. This is an event for all ages with the Beacon being lit at 9.15pm, in celebration of the ‘light of peace’ that emerged out of the darkness of war. Beacons and lamps will be lit all around the UK at this time as we come together as a nation to pause, reflect and thank.
Don’t miss Limehouse Lizzy at Clarence Hall!
Limehouse Lizzy are the world’s number one tribute band to Thin Lizzy. Now in their 3rd decade as a fulltime professional touring act, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep alive the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy. On Friday, 31 May, they’re coming to the Clarence Hall, courtesy of Global Promotions. Tickets available from CRiC Tourist Centre, Crickhowell and at https://www.seetickets.com/event/ limehouse-lizzy/the-clarence-hall/2822427
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U3A
Join Crickhowell’s thriving u3a for its next meeting on Tuesday, 4 June at the Clarence Hall. Coffee is served from 10.00am, with announcements and u3a matters at 10.30am, followed by the guest speaker. Non-members are welcome to attend monthly meetings free of charge. More information at: https://www.crickhowellu3a.org/monthly-meetings
Art Classes
Helen Absalom is running a new series of Watercolour Art Classes on Tuesday 4, 11, 18 and 25 June at the Clarence Hall between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Classes are £22 each or £80 for all four and are suitable for beginners or improvers. All materials are provided. To book, please contact Helen on 07785951974 or helengarlick@yahoo.co.uk.
Rug Sale
Michael Lomax’s carpet and rug sale returns to the Clarence Hall from Wednesday, 12 June to Saturday, 15 June, 10am-4pm. Entering the Hall when Mike is there is like entering Aladdin’s Cave, with stunning, vibrantly coloured, and skilfully patterned, carpets.
The Darling Buds of May
The talented cast of Theatre Adhoc return to the Clarence Hall on Wednesday, 26 June at 7.00pm with their performance of “The Darling Buds of May”. Tickets £11 plus booking fee from https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/theatreadhoc/the-darlingbuds-of-may-by-h-e-bates/e-mddram
Opera Gala Night
Hot on the heels of its May Music Festival, Crickhowell Choral Society’s summer concert will celebrate the wonderful world of opera at 7pm on Saturday, 29 June. Proceeds from the concert will go to charity. Further information from https:// crickhowellchoralsociety.org/
A Musical Extravaganza!
Join Crickhowell Cancer Research at the Clarence Hall at 7.00pm on Saturday, 6 July for a fundraising Musical Extravaganza. Featuring Cantorion Phoenix, Abergavenny Borough Band Ensemble and Guest Soloists. Tickets £12 from the Organising Committee, Band & Choir Members or contact 07929609689.
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Diary Dates @ Clarence Hall
Limehouse Lizzy - 31 May
Ceilidh at The Clarence - 1 June
Christ Church Lunch - 2 June
Read & Remember - 3 June
Line Dancing - 3 June
U3A Meeting - 4 June
Art Class - 4 June
Knit & Natter - 4 June
Computer Repair & Tech - 5 June
Line Dancing - 5 June
Neck & Shoulder Massage - 6 June
Coffee & Cake - 6 June
Read & Remember - 10 June
Line Dancing - 10 June
Art Class - 11 June
Knit & Natter - 11 June
Computer Repair & Tech - 12 June
Rug Sale - 12-15 June
Neck & Shoulder Massage - 13 June
Mozart & More… - 17 June
Eyes Down!
Monthly Bingo returns to the Clarence Hall at 7pm on Thursday, 20 June to raise funds for our refurbishment project.
Admission £10 which includes a bingo book of six games, a pen and your first drink.
More information at: https:// www.clarencehallcrickhowell.org.uk/ monthly-bingo-26/
Read & Remember - 17 June
Line Dancing - 17 June
Art Class - 18 June
Knit & Natter - 18 June
Computer Repair & Tech - 19 June
Line Dancing - 19 June
Neck & Shoulder Massage - 20 June
Coffee & Cake - 20 June
Monthly Bingo - 20 June
Money MOT - 24 June
Read & Remember - 24 June
Line Dancing - 24 June
Art Class - 25 June
Knit & Natter - 25 June
Computer Repair & Tech - 26 June
Darling Buds of May - 26 June
Neck & Shoulder Massage - 27 June
Crickhowell Choral Concert - 29 June
Election Polling Station - 4 July
Cancer Research Concert - 6 July
Clarence Hall 500
Join the Clarence Hall 500 to raise funds for the Hall’s refurbishment and be in with a chance of winning monthly cash prizes. Results of the May Draw, as drawn by random number indicator: £50 - 301; £15 - 61; £10 - 76.
Sign up at: https:// www.clarencehallcrickhowell.org.uk/jointhe-clarence-hall-500-2/
We will be issuing these newsletters periodically to keep our supporters up to date with events coming to Crickhowell’s Clarence Hall and also to tell you about progress with our plans to refurbish the Hall.
You can also keep yourselves informed by visiting our website at www.clarencehallcrickhowell.org.uk where there is a What’s On Diary and News Page, or you can follow @clarencehallcrickhowell on Facebook.
Any questions, please email us on clarencehall@btinternet.com
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