Community Board

Derby German Group

This group of German speakers both native and non-native with a shared interest in or a connection to the German language meet for a monthly Kaffee und Kuchen get together on the second Saturday of the month upstairs at The Carnero Lounge on St Peter’s Street in Derby. Other events are organised that have a connection to a German speaking country or the language. New members are always welcome. You do not need to be fl uent but at least a basic understanding of the language would be helpful. For more information email derbygermangroup@gmail.com or visit derbygermangroup.wordpress.com

Trowels, Tea & Talk

A brand new Community Garden has been created by the volunteers at Whistlewood Common. Melbourne Community Care will be running buses there every Tuesday morning from 10am for anyone looking to get involved. It’s a great opportunity to spend some time in the great outdoors - do a bit of gardening or just have a brew and a chat. To book your seat on the bus please call the Melbourne Community Care offi ce on 01332 863 585 (open weekdays from 10am-noon).

Kegworth Community Library

Can you spare 2 to 3 hours per week to help with the Community Library? They urgently need volunteers to keep this important service operating. It’s a fantastic way to meet new people and make new friends. Pop into the library to pick up a volunteer application form or call 01509 554 176. The library is open 2pm to 4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 4pm to 6pm on Friday and 10am to 12noon on Saturday.

Save the Date

Osgathorpe Open Gardens will run from 12noon on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th June. Entry to the gardens costs £3.50 per person for both days. Accompanied under 16s go free. There will be plants for sale - grown expertly by the villagers. Trails, games, cream teas, a cake stall, bar, snacks and more will also be available. Osgathorpe (LE12 9TA).nr Ashby See their facebook events page for more details - enter bit. ly/3NG99Lc in your browser.

LOROS Twilight Walk

This annual event returns on Saturday 28th May to help raise much needed funds for terminally ill patients and their families. In keeping with the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, this year’s theme is a Royal Parade and is open to Kings, Queens, Princes, Princesses, Knights and Jesters. The 10km royal procession starts and fi nishes at Leicester’s King Power Stadium. Tickets are just £12 per person. The walk starts at 6pm with entertainment from 5pm. See https://loros.co.uk/ events/2022/05/28/twilight-walk-2022

Kegworth Players

Join Kegworth Players for two hilarious one-act comedies ‘Talk of the Devil’ by John Waterhouse and Alan Ayckbourn’s perennial favourite ‘Gosforth Fete’. Both plays guarantee to have you laughing in no time. Performance dates are Thursday 12th, Friday 13th and Saturday 14th May at Kegworth Village Hall. Doors and Bar open at 7pm for 7.30pm curtain-up. Tickets £10 available from Sally on 01509 673 308, Newton & Fallowell in Kegworth, on the door and on-line via the ‘Kegworth Players’ website - www. kegworth-players.co.uk

Deadline for inclusion on June’s Community Board is 12th May

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Castle Donington Baptist Churches

Orchard Baptist Fellowship and Castle Donington Community Church have joined together We now meet on Sunday mornings at 10.30am at Donington Manor Hotel, High Street, Castle Donington, DE74 2PP. (opposite the bus station). Come and join us - we’d love to meet you Family friendly • Free parking Refreshments and fellowship after the service

If you need more information: 01332 850576

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Monday 9th & Monday 23rd May Kegworth Community Library Bingo

Eyes down at 2.15pm for a fun game of bingo at Kegworth Community Library, High Street, DE74 2DA. Bingo cards 50p each or 3 for a £1. Cash prizes to be won. A free cup of tea or coffee for every player. Why not join in every other Monday? You could be a winner!

Wednesday 11th & Thursday 12th May Zog and the Flying Doctors

The roar-some crew are back for a brand new adventure at Derby Theatre. Based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffl er’s bestselling sequel, Freckle Productions (Zog, Stick Man, Tiddler & Other Terrifi c Tales, Tabby McTat) bring the creative team behind Zog, Emma Kilbey and Joe Stilgoe, back together for this truly modern take on the classic fairy tale. Suitable for ages 3+. Tickets from £14.50 to £16.50. Book online at www.derbytheatre.co.uk/zog-and-fl ying-doctors

Thursday 12th May Melbourne Outdoor Market

Head along to Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street, Melbourne any Thursday morning between 9am and 2pm, browse the many stalls at the outdoor market and enjoy breakfast from The Butler’s Pantry. Regular traders at the market include Azorie Coffee, Brockleby’s Pies, More Cocoa, Nick the Fish, Our Reusable Home, Pancakes, Pollards Fruit & Veg, The Curry Man, The Loaf Bakery and French Collectables. Follow their Facebook page for the latest updates on each week’s traders.

Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th May Classic & Vintage Vehicle Weekend

Look out for over 100 classic and vintage cars, motorcycles, commercial vehicles and buses at this year’s event held at Quorn and Woodhouse stations on the Great Central Railway. Exclusive Vintage Vehicle Club Clothing will be on sale from the Tin Shed. A real ale bar will also be open serving a variety of alcoholic and soft drinks. Book your tickets online at www. gcrailway.co.uk/spring-vintage-vehicle

Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th May Derbyshire Food & Drink Fair

Expect a whole host of food and drink stalls showcasing regional produce from preserves to pies, cheese to wine, coffees and more at this fun day at Elvaston Castle, Derby. Why not enjoy the local hog roast for lunch? Live music will be playing on stage and lots of children’s