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Ben Waters Band and The Eskimo Brothers Tuesday, November 1 Enjoy a celebration of early country, blues and rock n’ roll by two of the world’s greatest exponents of the genre, at The Stables in Wavendon. Honky tonk: stables.org

Stories in Ink Tuesday, November 1 – Wednesday, November 30 Art exhibition by local creative Jens Brasier at The Three Hares Gallery, Cowper and Newton Museum, Olney, 11am-4.30pm Tues-Sat, free entry. Making a splash: jensbrasier.com

Glyndebourne on tour Tuesday, November 1- Saturday, November 5 Milton Keynes Theatre once again plays host to the Glyndebourne name who will deliver operas The Marriage of Figaro, La bohéme and Mozart’s Requiem in the coming days. Trill-ing: atgtickets.com/miltonkeynes

Somali Heritage – a photographic exhibition Wednesday, November 2 – Wednesday, November 30 Milton Keynes Central Library Exhibition Space is holding a month-long show of images from local photographer David Tunnicliffe, taken during the early 1980s. Snap happy: Open during usual library hours. Entry is free.

Tony Wright Thursday, November 3 Remember Terrorvision and their tales of Tequila? Frontman Tony Wright is returning to The Craufurd Arms with his solo show... but maybe with the odd doo-wop! Perseverance: thecraufurdarms.com

Milton Keynes National Trust Association Thursday, November 3, 2-4pm A lecture, ‘What Is Life Is Full of Care....’ The meeting will take place at the Oak Tree Centre, Wallinger Drive, Shenley Brook End. Questions? Email sue-davedee@talktalk.net

Loudest Indie Dance Anthems Friday, November 4, 8pm Enjoy a mix of indie bangers and classic dance anthems all curated by Happy Mondays’ own Bez at The Picturedrome. Step On: thepicturedrome.com

Don’t miss the exhibition of Somali heritage by photographer David Tunnicliffe at Milton Keynes Central Library

Parks and Run Sunday, November 6 Enjoy the sights of Willen Lake as part of a choice of 3, 5 or 10km run at The Parks Trust event, which is free to partake in. Trainers on, and ready to roll at 10am, so arrive a little earlier to sign in and catch the safety briefing. Jog on: theparkstrust.com

Level 42 Tuesday, November 8 Join Mark King and his band as they play through success after another, and incredible though it seems, they have already celebrated their fifth decade. Support comes from Mari Wilson. Lessons in ‘Live’: royalandderngate.co.uk

The Shufflepack Tuesday, November 8 A sextet delivering swinging R&B and shuffling blues – a taste of 1950s Chicago with a bit of 1940s here and there! Doorman Jon will open the evening when Bletchley Blues Club once again takes over BCC Bar and Restaurant in Queensway. Blues to make you jump and shout: bletchleybluesclub.uk

Blues Jam Night Wednesday, November 9 Amps and backline will be provided, so roll up for some improvised enjoyment with your sticks, guitars, basses and mics. Doors at 6.30pm, a masterclass at 7pm and the jam will follow after. Show us what you can do: bletchleybluesclub.uk Buckingham Canal Society Thursday, November 10 Help needed at nature reserve sites – a chance to get fit, improve the environment and make new friends. Details: info@buckinghamcanal.org.uk

Stray Friday, November 11 Enjoy an evening with Del Bromham and his band Stray, when the stalwart rockers play for the home crowd at The Stables in Wavendon. Expect a night of hard rockin’ and a sprinkling of good humour. All in Your Mind: stables.org

Craig Charles Friday, November 11 Join Craig as he presents his Funk and Soul Club, live at Unit Nine in Old Wolverton. The weekend starts here! Soul-ed out: unitninemk.com

Wolverton Gilbert and Sullivan Society – Transport of Delights Friday, November 11 & Saturday, November 12 WG&SS are back in play with a show bursting with novelty acts and famous music hall songs. Wolverton Light Orchestra will join them for the performances at Stantonbury Theatre. Victorian times: wolvertongands.co.uk

Stories in Ink shows off the creative work of local artist Jens Brasier at The Three Hares Gallery

Armistice Day Friday, November 11, 10.45am-11.15am Everyone is welcome for the annual service at the Milton Keynes Rose for Armistice Day, which commemorates the end of the First World War. A wreath laying will follow a short service and silence. Never forgotten: theparkstrust.com

The Comedy Cow Saturday, November 12, 8pm Get the funnies with MC Paul Revil, Nathan Caton and Kate Martin at MK:The Venue, Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes Have you heard the one about? thecomedycow.co.uk Jamali Maddix – King Crud Saturday, November 12, 8pm Jamali visits Northampton’s Royal with a new show tackling more home truths and universal issues. King of laughs: royalandderngate.co.uk

Introduction to Bushcraft –Coppicing & Whittling Saturday, November 12, 10.30am-12.30pm A Parks Trust event being hosted at Elfield Nature Reserve. You will harvest the wood, learn about seating positions and how to hold your material for the best technique, before making items you can take away with you. Tree-mendous: theparkstrust.com

Vegan Food & Cruelty Free Fair Sunday, November 13, midday – 4pm Enjoy free samples, a meal at the cafe, information stalls, merchandise, lots of ethical shopping, grassroots campaigns and more. Raising funds for Animals in Need – and you’ll get the chance to meet some of the residents from the sanctuary at Pine Tree Farm in Little Irchester. All animals are equal: animals-in-need.org or call 01933 278080

Australian Pink Floyd Sunday, November 13 Since giving its first ever concert in Adelaide, back in 1988, they have sold more than four million tickets worldwide and they were the first tribute show that took the concept into the worldwide arena circuit. Animals: atgtickets.com/miltonkeynes

Buckingham Canal Society Sunday, November 13 Help needed at nature reserve sites – a chance to get fit, improve the environment and make new friends. Details: info@buckinghamcanal.org.uk

A talk - Voyage Along River Danube Thursday, November 17 A social evening with the Inland Waterways Association, Bletchley Conservative Club, 102 Queensway, MK2 2DN, everyone welcome.

Girl from the North Country Tuesday, November 15 – Saturday, November 19 The songs of Bob Dylan, boldly reimagined in this heartbreaking and universal story about family and love, from the pen of Conor McPherson. Like a Rolling Stone: atgtickets.com/miltonkeynes

November Highlights

Blazin’ Fiddles Tuesday 15 November, 8pm Multiple winners of Scotland’s Folk Band of the Year, Blazin’ Fiddles have long been one of country’s foremost and most popular folk groups.

Dr Feelgood Thursday 17 November, 8pm Formed in the 1970s, Dr. Feelgood remain one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world.

Elvis (12A) Monday 21 November, 8pm Baz Luhrmann’s film explores the life and music of Elvis Presley (Austin Butler), seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks).

Mary Gauthier Tuesday 22 November, 8pm Over the course of eight studio albums, Mary Gauthier has firmly planted herself as a truth teller, a songwriter unafraid to dive into the emotional core of her chosen subject. Her poignant songs move people deeply and often evoke an emotive response.

The Real Thing Friday 25 November, 8pm The Real Thing, with original vocalists Chris Amoo and Dave Smith and a live five-piece band, are on tour promoting their first new album of original material in 44 years, A Brand New Day.

The Stables, Wavendon Milton Keynes MK17 8LU Box office: 01908 280800 stables.org

The Tiger Who Came to Tea Thursday, November 17 – Saturday, November 19 Based on the famous book by Judith Kerr, this musical play arrives at Milton Keynes Theatre direct from a smash-hit West End season. Roar-some: atgtickets.com/miltonkeynes

Alzheimer’s Society Singing for the Brain® Monday, November 14, 2-3.45pm Using singing to bring people with dementia together in a friendly and stimulating way, at the Heron’s Lodge Guide Centre, Great Holm. Contact in advance of attending: 01908 232612 or chelsea.gadd@alzheimers.org.uk

Inner Wheel Newport Pagnell Tuesday, November 15, 2pm Meeting at The Olney Centre, with a speaker from the Newport Pagnell Fire Service. Following the talk there will be the opportunity to buy Christmas gifts and enjoy refreshments. Discover more about the Inner Wheel: Call 01908 217356 or email innerwheelnewportpagnell@gmail.com

MK Western Front Association Friday, November 18, 7.30pm – 9.30pm Talk – ‘The Welsh Walter Mitty’ by Marietta Crichton Stuart, who talks about Percy Shuttlewood, who served in her grandfather’s battalion during the Great War who she describes as the ‘Welsh Walter Mitty’. Find out about this amazing story from WW1. All welcome. Wolverton Workingman’s Social Club at 49-50 Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5LS.

An Evening with Shaun Ryder Sunday, November 20, 7pm Get the inside view into the life of one of music’s most memorable frontmen. Happy Mondays main man Shaun is quite the raconteur – you’ll be in for a treat! Hallelujah: mk11kilnfarm.com

Sister Act Monday, November 21 – Saturday, November 26 A heavenly musical which will be joyous and uplifting in equal measure – and it features the star of MK’s 2022 pantomime, Lesley Joseph. Answer to your prayers: atgtickets.com/miltonkeynes

Long Road Home Tuesday, November 22 A new live act featuring members of the Steve Summers band and Storm Warning, both of whom have previously played the Bletchley Blues Club – where this gig will be taking place. Roots firmly in the blues and rock genre, but with jazz elements included. The Mojo Mules will support. Still got the blues: bletchleybluesclub.uk Jazz Sabbath Thursday, November 24 A UK jazz trio who deliver instrumental jazz interpretations of Black Sabbath songs. Pianist Adam Wakeman leads the band – and he knows a thing or two, having been a part of both Sabbath, and Ozzy’s solo band. Paranoid: stables.org

Ageing Well Talks – Home Instead Milton Keynes

Home Instead Milton Keynes will be hosting a series of talks on Ageing Well by Jitka Vseteckova phD, D.Prof. SFHEA from the Open University (Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies). The talks are to be held at Global House, Vincent Avenue, Crownhill, Milton Keynes MK8 0AB at 11am and are approximately an hour long (plus time at the end to ask questions). There will be a different topic each month: 22nd November 2022 - Pharmacotherapy While Ageing 13th December 2022 - Move It and Breathe 10th January 2023 - Standing Tall The talks are FREE and are available to everyone – care staff, charities, clubs and societies, and anyone who is interested in this subject and feel that they can gain from the information. Ample car parking available and refreshments will be provided. Tickets can be booked via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.com/e/ageing-welltalks-home-instead-milton-keynes-6sessions-tickets-321267970147 For more information, please email sarah.freshwater@homeinstead.co.uk or call 01908 774333 www.homeinstead.co.uk/miltonkeynes

Buckingham Canal Society Thursday, November 24 Help needed at nature reserve sites – a chance to get fit, improve the environment and make new friends. Details: info@buckinghamcanal.org.uk

Habib Koité & Bamada perform at The Stables on November 27

My Vagina’s Priceless Thursday, November 24 Comedian Rosie Sings impressed at this year’s Fringe Festival, and now the MK lady returns for a hometown show at The Stables, promising hysterically honest tales and stunning vocals in her musical comedy. Support your own: stables.org

Skinny Lister Thursday, November 24 Not your average, modern day, gentrified folk group, which of course means that the show this London-based band will put on will be special too – catch them at Wolverton’s Craufurd Arms. Folkin’ fun: thecraufurdarms.com

Habib Koité & Bamada Sunday, November 27 Habib’s career has spanned four decades and brought him international recognition, with fans including Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne and Eric Bibb. An enduring fascination with Mali’s rich musical traditions is central to his continued success. Ticket: stables.org

Alzheimer’s Society Singing for the Brain® Monday, November 28, 2-3.45pm Using singing to bring people with dementia together in a friendly and stimulating way, at the Heron’s Lodge Guide Centre, Great Holm. Contact in advance of attending: 01908 232612 or chelsea.gadd@alzheimers.org.uk

Six Tuesday, November 29 – Saturday, December 3 From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, this musical gives a voice to the six wives of Henry VIII to tell their own stories, in a decidedly modern manner! Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE!: atgtickets.com/miltonkeynes