Saturday 10th May 2008

On Saturday 10th May in Martock Church at 7.30pm, the fourth visit of The Blagovest Ensemble, six Opera Stars from St Petersburg in an evening of Russian folks songs and church music. Tickets £9 at the door or £7 in advance from village outlets.

Saturday 7th June 2008 at 2pm in the Rec.

The Church Fete. More details to follow.

Saturday 28th June at 7.30pm in Martock Church

Belinda Evans - Soprano - and Spectra Musica, a 24-strong Chamber Choir. Tickets £9 at the door or £7 from village outlets or by phoning 01935 - 822706

Saturday 12th July at 7.30pm in Martock Church

"Symphonia Westminster", twelve musicians from London, will play items from their classical and romantical repertoire. For more information phone 01935 - 822706

Tuesday 13th May 2008 7.30 Martock School

Stourhead: Mike McCormack, Property Manager of Stourhead gardens, and erstwhile resident of Martock, will talk about his work there.

We have a shared supper at our May meeting, Bring a plate of food and enjoy a good social. We will make it our job to say hello to you!

Non-members welcome, £1.50 each or pay a year’s sub, £7 per person. Contact Sheila Heaven for more details. Tel 01935-822018

Thursday 15th May 2008 on Fiver

Ron and Weng Sheppard will be appearing in a Channel Five documentary on the 15th May at 9pm.

The programme is called 'Hidden Lives' and will be shown on the FIVER channel - you can view the programme on Sky channel 182 or freeview 36.

Ron is Britains Most Married Man, but since meeting with Weng four years ago he has changed completely and is now a Born Again Christian.

They both attend Martock Christian Fellowship and are active members.

Tuesday 27th May 2008 in the evening time TBC

A walk around Parrett Works.

Saturday 14th June 2008 10am till 2pm

Held at the parish hall, there will be stained glass items, glass vases, jewellery, cards and face painting for the children. Also there will be tea, coffee and biscuits.

There are only a few stands left, so if anyone wants one please contact Emma Jones on 01935 822624.

Sunday 15th June 2008 11.00am

Martock 10k Road Race

15th June 2008 @ 11.00am

Fire Station, Coat Road, Martock

Entry forms available from Martock Primary School or e-mail martin.monaghan@hotmail.co.uk

Painting Classes 22 July to 26 Aug 2008 Ash village hall.

Enrol now for this initial 6 week course from 22 July to 26 Aug 2008 10am to 12 noon. A course aimed at beginers or those who wish to improve any skills. Join experienced teacher of art and professional illustrator Jill as she helps you to build confidence and explore a range of techniques.

CONTACT JILL WHITE on 01935 822588 for any info

The Bower Hinton Bike Ride 2008

The Bower Hinton Bike Ride 2008 will take place on Sunday September 7, 2008. There will also be special events during the year that have been arranged to raise money for The Orchid Cancer Appeal.

Orchid exists to save mens lives from testicular and prostate cancer and also to raise awareness of these issues. You can find more information about Orchid at www.orchid-cancer.org.uk.

The Bower Hinton Bike Ride web site has been updated to reflect all these developments and you can find more information at: www.bowerhintonride.co.uk. Please take special note of the Latest News page that details the dates you need to know!

Thank you for your continued support and for helping to beat male cancer.


Andy Robinson
01935 824263
07980 366 697