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Plymouth Area Police Choir Feb 2 Concert at 7.30pm at Abbey Hall, Plymouth in aid of Osteoporosis Support Group Coffee Morning Feb 3 Crownhill Methodist Church Hall from 10.30am to 12 noon in aid of Church funds. Lots of stalls, including cakes. Free entry, a friendly welcome and convenient free parking. Cinderella Feb 8-10 DJR School of Performing Arts present their very first pantomime at Eggbuckland Community College Drama Theatre at 7pm each evening and a Saturday Matinee at 2pm. The production is directed by Liz Fedrick and David Bailey and choreographed by Carly Wills. Children aged six to 17 include principals Holly Scholes as Cinderella, Chris Jewell as Buttons, Cameron Lawson as Dame Beeton, Matthew Stell as Prince Charming, Harvey Lutley as Dandini, Ella Taylor Kelley as the Baroness, Josh Stevenson as the Baron, Freddie Stokes and Jason Williams as the Ugly sisters and Shannah Russell and Sophie Bazeley as the Fairy Godmothers. Tickets are £7 for adults, £6 concessions and a family ticket for £22. Tel: 07999639888 Global Book Club Feb 28 Discussion on The Good Immigrant, edited by Nikesh Shulka. The black child who assumes that stories have to be about white people. The Asian woman who is treated as a mail-order bride if she goes out with a white man. Nikesh Shluka invited 20 people of colour to write about their experiences of growing up and living in Britain. The result is a set of essays that are dramatic, mundane, funny, passionate, eloquent and angry. Together they make ‘a document of what it means to be a person of colour now’, what it is like to live with a constant background of stereotypes, assumptions and prejudice. Join the discussion on this provocative and thought-provoking collection. Free event, open to all. Babbage Building Room 417 Plymouth University 7pm to 8.30pm. Plymouth Railway Circle Various dates All meetings held at St Edward’s Church Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell, Plymouth, PL3 4PG. Start at 7.30 pm, admission £1 (members), £2 (visitors). Visitors are very welcome. February 5 Brian Aston: ‘Train Crazy’ Brian makes a welcome return with a multi-media show featuring a variety of traction (steam and diesel) across the UK in photograph and video, sound and image. February 19 Annual Photographic Competition With a new set of competition categories, there’s something for everyone to participate. You will vote for the best photograph in each category, as shown on the big screen, the results compiled and the winners announced during the evening. Ladies Breakfast Mar 3 All Nations Ministries Baptist Hall, Catherine Street, PL1 2AD 9am to 11.30 am. Everyone welcome. Wheelchair access. Brunel Quilters Exhibition Apr 14 Saltash Wesley Methodist Church, Callington Road, Saltash PL12 6LA.Open 10am till 4pm Admission £1. Quilt display, sales table, refreshments, machine and hand-sewing demonstrations. Visiting trader Painters of Liskeard. Supported charity Cornwall Air Ambulance. Contact Anne 01752 849461.
Rhymetimes Central Library Every Monday and Wednesday from 11am, Every Wednesday from 2pm Crownhill Library Every Tuesday from 2.15pm Efford Library Every Tuesday from 10.30am North Prospect Library Every Tuesday from 2.15pm Peverell Library Every Monday from 2pm (booking needed 01752 305633) Every Friday from 11am (booking needed 01752 305633) Plympton Library Every Thursday from 2pm Every Saturday from 10.30am (Under 5s club) Plymstock Library Every Thursday from 2.15pm (booking needed 01752 306606) Every Saturday from 10am Devonport Library Every Saturday from 11am St Budeaux Library Every Thursday from 10am Southway Library Every Wednesday from 10am Storytimes Central Library: every Wednesday from 2pm (storytime and crafts) Gadget sessions Get tips and advice on how to make the most of iPads, tablets, smartphones, e-readers and more. Find out how to use your library card to download free eBooks and magazines. Central Library Weekly on Tuesday afternoons 2pm to 3.30pm Peverell Library Fortnightly on Thursdays 10.30 to 12 noon Plymstock Library Fourth Tuesday of the month 2-m to 3.30pm Plympton Library First Wednesday of the month 2pm to 4pm Southway Library Last Thursday of the month 2.30pm to 3.30pm Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Phobias Support Group Mondays Meets at the Estover Elm Centre at 6.30pm. For details contact Daniel on 07500 837703 Plymouth Visually Impaired Bowls Club We play in the Plymouth Life Centre at the bowls hall on Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 1.30 pm and Friday morning from 12 noon to 2 30pm. In the summer we play on Tuesdays and Fridays on The Hoe from 10 30am to 1.30pm .If you require any more information please contact Colin Harris on 01752 222184. The Arts Society South Devon (TASSD) We are part of The Arts Society, the National Association, and have about 250 members. We hold monthly evening lectures on a wide range of Arts topics, occasional morning lectures, Study Days, Tours, Visits and Concert visits. We would be pleased to welcome new members and introductory guest visits are available. See website for programme information and other details (www. theartssocietysouthdevon.org.uk) or contact Jim Stevens, Membership Secretary (jst74@hotmail.co.uk). Families Need Fathers (FNF) Second Wednesday of every month Monthly support meeting 7.30pm to 10pm at the RAOB Club, 41 North Hill, Plymouth, PL4 8EZ.. If you are separating or divorcing and are worried about not seeing your children, please come to our monthly meeting for support, information and advice. Talk to people in a similar situation or who have been through similar experiences and understand the family court process. FNF is a registered charity founded in 1974 that helps thousands of parents every year. We believe that each parent has a unique contribution to make to their children’s development and that children have a right to enjoy a loving relationship with both parents after separation. Meetings are open to mothers and fathers and to family members and friends who would like to attend with or on behalf of a parent. For more information, please call Andrew Bull (general secretary) on 01752 793 325, e-mail us at info@plymouth.fnf.org.uk, or visit our website at http://plymouth.fnf.org.uk/ Scottish Country Dancing Every Monday from 7.30 until 10 at Trinity United Reformed Church, Torr Lane Hartley. £3 an evening including a cup of tea and biscuits. We are a really friendly group and beginners are very welcome. You do not need a partner just soft shoes and a sense of humour. For further details contact Valerie on 01752 220241 or Mary on 01752 338785. Past Times Past Times group was started over 20 years ago to encourage people, especially those on their own or new to the area, to share their hobbies, knitting for charity, cross stitch, board games, quizzes or just pop in & enjoy some friendly company & a cup of tea. We also have a list of other groups, clubs &
Lecturer’s ‘Jewel of India’ award A Plymouth University lecturer has received an award from the Indian Government in recognition of the international impact of her work in her field. Dr Tina Joshi, a lecturer in Molecular Microbiology, specialises in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) – with her research focusing on designing rapid, point of care tests for detection of AMR genes. Known as Hind Rattan, the ‘Jewel of India’, the award is given to non-resident Indians (NRI) who have made a significant contribution to their country of birth and simultaneously ‘held the Flag of India high’. Her research utilises microwave
engineering, in collaboration with Cardiff University, and could eventually help doctors diagnose whether or not a patient needs antibiotics, on the spot. She recently appeared at New Scientist Live with the Royal Society of Biology, discussing the question ‘Could microwaves save my life?’ and explaining how samples can be tested using her device. The prize is awarded by the NRI Welfare Society of India, and Dr Joshi, part of the University of Plymouth’s School of Biomedical and Healthcare Sciences, said: “I’m incredibly proud to have received the honour and hope that by ‘flying the flag’ in the UK and India, I can help to develop research collaborations between the countries.
activities available in Plympton. We meet on the 4th Monday of each month, at St Mary’s Parish Centre, Market Road, Plympton 1.30pm until 3.30 pm. More details are available from the parish office Monday to Friday 9am until 1pm 01752 348525 Shotokan Karate Club Shotokan Karate club in Devonport High school for Girls on Monday and Friday evenings for all ages and grades starting at 6pm. This is an authentic Japanese art, taught in the same disciplined manner instilling personal responsibility for actions, promoting confidence and self esteem.Karate taught in this environment is deemed to be beneficial for all ages and genders. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained.Contact club secretary Steve on 07518471142 or Colin on 07968061887. Shotokan Karate Club in Eggbuckland Community college Drama studio on Wednesday evenings from 7.00 to 8.30 for all ages and grades. . An authentic Japanese art, all Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained. Contact Georgina on 07807184279. Children’s Shotokan Karate Class in St Budeaux parish church hall, specifically for ages 7 to 12 years old, parents can train alongside their children in a relaxed and friendly environment. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained. Saturday mornings 10am to 11am Contact Georgina on 07807184279 National Trust Plymouth Centre (NTPC) The group helps members to make even more of their NT membership and meet like minded people. During the winter months there are talks as listed: January on archaeological work at Sherford by Gareth Chaffey; February on Lawrence of Arabia by Ursula Myers; March on Crossing the Laira by Nigel Overton; April on Mrs Ronnie, the Royal Matchmaker by Janet Crawford. In addition there is usually coach events each month from April to September. Membership is only £4 or £6 for couples. For more information and application form call Russell on 01752 266608 Dartmoor Rambling Club Enjoy the countryside by walking and talking with our club. Membership is only £5 per year. You are welcome to try one or two walks before you join. As well as Dartmoor, we walk the countryside and coast. Wednesday walks are usually 8 to 10 miles and by public transport. Walks include; Dousland
“Antimicrobial resistance is a worldwide problem – by 2050, it’s predicted that 10 million people will die from it, so the more we can do to raise awareness and find ways of combatting the problem, the more we’ll be helping people around the globe.” Dr Craig Donaldson, head of the School of Biomedical and Healthcare Sciences at the University of Plymouth, said: “We’re immensely proud of Tina for being recognised in through this award. “Her innovative research and enthusiasm for molecular microbiology have been apparent since she joined us last year, and we’re looking forward to seeing the impact of her work in the near and long-term future.”
to Princetown, Horrabridge and Peek Hill, River Plym, Burrator, Tavistock Canal, South Brent area, Shaugh Prior and Dewerstone, Spurrels Cross, also off moor! Yealmpton to Ivybridge, Anthony, Torpoint, Bere Ferrers to Ernesettle, Saltash onwards. For more information call Russell on 01752 266608. 52nd Plymouth Scouts Mondays at Lipson Young people enjoy physical and mental challenges, and help in society. Age 6-8 at 5-6pm, Age 8-10 at 5.30-7pm, Age 10-14 at 7-8.30pm. www.52ndplymouthscouts.org.uk Contact 52ndplymouthscouts@gmail.com or 07999338959 Red The Plymouth Regional Head & Neck Cancer Support Group Our group is specifically aimed at head and neck patients, their partners and/or carers. Our support group will also welcome anyone who wishes to join us for whatever reason. You don’t have to be a cancer patient to join us but those cancer patients without a support group of their own will be made especially welcome. Due to the nature of this particular disease, most of our members are from the older age group. We meet up once a month and take a trip out somewhere away from the clinical environment. We might also be able to help with transport if necessary. Please contact: Geoff Read on (01752) 563 800 or email him on: geoffnread@gmail.com Red Velvet Cinema Every other Wednesday. Come along and watch a Classic film, such as Casablanca or Some Like it Hot, then share your memories of the film and where you saw it over tea and cake. We aim to take you on a trip down memory lane through conversation & companionship. If this sounds just the ticket then join us every other Wednesday at 10.30am at Devonport Live Café in George Street, Devonport. For more information phone 941342. Knitting Group Wednesdays The Real Friends knitting and crochet group meets every Wednesday in the function room in Devonport Park 2pm-4pm.
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