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Diary of events
Birdwatching for Beginners walks at Carsington
Water.
As the Summer migrants start heading off to Africa
for the (our-) winter, we look forward to welcoming
back the Great Northern Diver, plus other
charismatic winter birds like Goldeneye and Smew.
If you would like to join one of our 2-hour bird
walks, which are always held on the first Sunday
of EVERY month, contact Carsington for more
information or to book places. (01629 540696 or
just drop in to reception). Dates… November 5;
December 3. Happy Birding.”
Spondon Historical Society
November 13th, talk by Rita Bailey entitled ‘James
Ashworth - First inventor of a miner’s safety lamp’
Members £2.50, Visitors £4.00. All are welcome.
Further information: 01332-677515’ Spondon
Village Hall, Sitwell Street, Spondon DE21 7FG
Crich Glebe Field Centre
11 November The Head Wrap Diaries by Uchen-
na Dance 7:30 pm. This is a noisy and colourful
professional show, weaving story-telling through
physical African traditional and contemporary
dance, and set to a sizzling sound track of R’n’B
and Ghanaian pop music. This is a Rural Touring
Dance Initiative show brought to Crich by Live
& Local. Suitable for those aged 5 and over.
18 November Ring of Fire by JKB Productions
7:30 pm. The remarkable life story of America’s
brilliant singer/songwriter, Johnny Cash, is told
through his music, with over two dozen classic
songs! Suitable for those aged 12 and over.
Derby French Circle
3 November: Quiz and social evening
17 November: The 2017 Elections, political change
in France. A talk by Paul Smith
1 December: These North Africans who made
France. A talk by Cedric Cabanne. Come and join
us, all levels of French spoken. Venue: Fraser Hall,
Leylands Retail Estate, Darley Abbey, Derby DE22
1AY. Fortnightly on Fridays from 7.15pm. www.
derbyfrenchcircle.org.uk
Ashfield Harmony
Ashfield Harmony, very much look forward to the
pleasure of your company at their next concert -
‘Times and Seasons’ - on Saturday 18th November
2017 in the Main Hall of Ashfield School, Kirkby-in-
Ashfield at 7 pm. Enjoy a programme of wonderful
music to warm a November evening. Tickets are £8
each and can be reserved for payment and collection
on the door by phoning choir member, Carolynne
Bennett, on 01773775176.
Derby RSPB
November 8th Julian Sykes, from Speyside Wildlife
gives a fascinating talk entitled Jordan, More Than
Just Petra. Meetings in the Grange Banqueting
Suite, 457 Burton Road, Littleover, Derby, DE23
6XX. Admission for members is £2.00, for non-
members £2.50 and juniors £1.00. More details on
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the RSPB Derby local group website www.rspb.org.
uk/groups/derby
Mickleover Model Railway Group
Mike Riley -Railway Accidents the Causes and
Outcomes on November 23 2017 7-30 pm at
Mickleover Royal British Legion 30 Poppyfields
Drive Mickleover Derby DE3 9GB with
Admission £4 Free car park, Bar open Tea/
Coffee. Wheelchair Friendly. Details From Mike
01332513378. Run By Enthusiasts. All welcome
Allestree Flower Group
21st November Flower Demonstration by National
Demonstrator Andrew Grisewood entitled “A Touch
of Fantasy 6.30 pm for 7.30 pm Venue: Robert
Ludlum Theatre, Duffield Road, Derby Admission:
£12.00. For further details telephone 01283 702601
01283 702601.
Darley Abbey Historical Group
Friday 17 November ‘Steam Trains’ by Philip Lea
Meetings start at 7.30pm in Darley Abbey Village
Hall, Abbey Yard off New Road, Darley Abbey,
DE22 1DS. £1 for members of the Historical Group
and £3 for visitors. For further information contact
Maria Gibson on 01332 552837
Little Chester Local History Group
November 16th at 7.30pm a talk by Jane Middleton
Smith entitled, ‘Wonderful Things Dipping into
Winters’ Archives’. Chester Green Community
Centre, Old Chester Road, Derby. Admission
non-members £2. Have you taken out the annual
subscription for £10? For further information Tel.
01332 559615.
Heanor Floral Art Group
November 20th at 7pm Wilmot Street Centre
Wilmot Street Heanor demonstration by national
demonstrator Tony Brown. Everyone welcome
members £4 visitors £6 . Contact 01332 880179 .
Derby Chamber Music Society
Friday 10th November at 7.30pm at the Multi-Faith
Centre, University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby,
DE22 1GB. A concert by Michael Foyle (violin),
Maksim Štšura (piano)
Beethoven: Violin
Sonata No.9 in A, Op.47
“Kreutzer”
Franck: Violin Sonata in A
Elgar: Chanson de Nuit et
de Matin, Op.15
Tickets £15 and £14
( concessions) 01332
830585 or visit www.
derbychambermusic.org
leading traditionally based groups known for their
outstanding a cappella harmonies and energy-packed
instrumentals on fiddle, bouzouki, melodeon,
guitar and 4 powerful voices. Featuring songs from
their highly acclaimed CD “Fifty Verses” alongside
material from their new CD “Dominion” Nailers
Football Club Concert Room, Bridge Street, Belper
DE56 1BA Tickets £15.50. Ticket Hotline 01773
853428 - FREE parking
Ring of Fire
Guildhall Theatre, Derby. With a small talented
cast of actor/musicians on stage, our performance
of Ring of Fire is a UK premiere. It tells the story of
the life of Johnny Cash through narration and the
rich fabric of his songs. Guildhall Theatre, Derby.
Performances: 9th to 11th November at 7.30 pm.
Sat matinee 2.30 pm. Tickets: £12.00; concessions
£10.00 available Thursday and Friday. All Saturday
matinee tickets £10.00. www.derbylive.co.uk
Music at Duffield
Last Night at the Proms - British Police
Symphony Orchestra Richard Jenkinson
(conductor), Claire Prewer (soprano)
11th November at 7.30pm (doors open 7pm)
Main Hall, Ecclesbourne School, Duffield,
Derbyshire, DE56 4GS
PROGRAMME
Turner: Last Post
Elgar:
Sospiri Op. 70
Wagner: Prelude and Liebestod (Tristan
and Isolde)
Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet
Badelt: Suite – Pirates of the Caribbean
Barry: Out of Africa
Barry:
Dances with Wolves
Wood: Sea Songs
Arne:
Rule Britannia
Parry: Jerusalem
Elgar:
Pomp and Circumstance No. 1
For years the British Police Symphony Orchestra
has delighted audiences with its spectacular
Proms Night in Beacon Park, Lichfield and
Symphony Hall, Birmingham. This year the
orchestra celebrates its 28th anniversary.
Tickets Adult £15, Concession £14, Student £7
FPB Family History Research
Folk and Acoustic Music
It’s all happening in Derby!
Melrose Quartet in concert
Friday 24 November
8pm. One of Britain’s
Fiona Boardman
“I can investigate and report on your family history
or provide advice and support if you prefer to do
the researching yourself.”
Gift vouchers available, in multiples of £25. Th e perfect gift for that “hard to
buy for” person who is interested in fi nding out more about their origins.
Telephone:01773 822819
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