LOCAL GROUPS INVITED TO RAISE FUNDS THROUGH OUR PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

Does your community group want to raise funds?
Would you like to get involved in an event but need support?

Braunstone Town Council promotes the arts and Community Events by working in partnership with local groups and good causes. A number of events are held in the Autumn/Spring of each year. The Town Council underwrites the cost of each event and passes on 100% of the net proceeds to the local group or good cause. The Town Council produces a ‘What’s On’ guide which is delivered to all households in Braunstone Town, maintains a mailing list, produces tickets and publicity material and organises the events. The sponsored groups are asked to support the event and assist with ticket sales. Groups can organise a fundraising raffle and/or provide refreshments at the interval. By involving the local community groups, a programme of well-supported events has been established and this initiative by the Town Council allows local groups and organisations to help promote arts and events of regional and national importance. If you would like your group or organisation to be considered for inclusion in the next Programme of Events(commencing autumn 2009) please contact Mrs Pauline Hurd on 0116 2890045 or paulinehurd@braunstonetowncouncil.org.uk for an application form and further details.

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PROGRAMME OF EVENTS 2008 2009

"LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS" - Featuring the Hathern Band

Friday 19th September

The Hathern Band once again performed a wonderful evening of music and songs for the "Last Night of the Proms". The evening was finished off with the favourite proms songs and including enthusiastic singing and flag-flying by the audience.

Net proceeds from this event will be donated to the Royal Air Force Association

"BRASSAMATAZZ 2"

SATURDAY 18th OCTOBER 7.30pm

The Ratby Band entertained an audience of 160 people with their Brassamatazz 2 concert, featuring popular music and songs from stage and screen. Music from My Fair Lady, James Bond and the Da Vinci Code were just some of the films featured. This was a very entertaining evening enjoyed by all

NET PROCEEDS FROM THE SHOW WILL BE DONATED TO THE RATBY BAND

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CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR

SATURDAY 8th NOVEMBER

The Christmas craft fair was again very successful this year with over 30 stalls selling a wide selection of gifts, cards, food jewellery, plants etc. Over 400 people came to the fair to eagerly start their Christmas shopping. We were also pleased to be joined by Radio Leicester who did a live broadcast from the hall. All net proceeds from the event will be donated to the Town Mayor's charity which this year is Help For Heroes.

These are some photos from event just before the doors opened!

"HAPPY CHRISTMAS" FLOWER DEMONSTRATION

Mr Tony Brown a well-known NAFAS National Demonstrator provided an entertaining, colourful and inspiring flower demonstration.

"CAROLLING & CRUMPETS" - Featuring John Kirkpatrick

SATURDAY 6th DECEMBER 7.30pm

"CAROLLING & CRUMPETS" with John Kirkpatrick

An evening of songs, music and stories for the festive season was enjoyed by over 70 people as John Kirkpatrick entertained the audience with a mix of traditional and familiar toe-tapping songs.

The net proceeds from the show will be donated to the Town Mayor's charity - Help for Heroes

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"BEAUTY & THE BEAST" - Pantomime

SATURDAY 27th DECEMBER

"BEAUTY & THE BEAST" - Pantomime

This year's annual Pantomime was enjoyed by nearly one hundred and fifty residents including many children! The audience clearly got into the the Pantomime spirit and had a wonderful time. Proceeds from this year's pantomime will be donated to Kingsway Rangers Football Club

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GAMES NIGHT

SATURDAY 24th JANUARY 2009

GAMES NIGHT

Unfortunatley the Games Night has had to be cancelled

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BARN DANCE AND PLOUGHMAN'S

SATURDAY 7th FEBRUARY 2009

BARN DANCE AND PLOUGHMAN'S

The Civic Centre was pleased to welcome over 130 people at the Barn Dance on Saturday night who had braved the cold weather! The band, "Reel Easy", got everyone on the dance floor for all the dances and a great evening was enjoyed by all who attended. The evening also included a Ploughman's supper.

NET PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO LEICESTERSHIRE KEEP FIT ASSOCIATION

QUIZ NIGHT AND BUFFET

SATURDAY 28th FEBRUARY 2009 7.30pm

QUIZ NIGHT AND BUFFET

A welcome return fo the popular Quiz and Buffet. This event has sold out every year. Why not get together a team or come on your own for a great night of questions and entertainment!

TICKETS £4.50 NET PROCEEDS TO WOMEN ON THURSDAY GROUP AND TOWN MAYOR'S CHARITY

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VETERAN'S DAY SHOW

Over 160 people attended a Veteran's Day show at Braunstone Civic Centre on Friday 27th June. Erin Parker entertained the audience with her tribute to Vera Lynn, Gracie Fields, the Andrews Sisters plus many more. Erin was also accompanied by the Ratby Co-operative Mid Band who played a selection of music from the 1940's and more modern tunes. The Royal Air Force Association and the Royal British Legion organised a raffle with the proceeds from the raffle and the show being donated to the Town Mayor's Charity - Help For Heroes.

FREE MINIBUS TO ALL THESE EVENTS

Braunstone Town Community Minibus, in conjunction with Braunstone Town Council, is offering a free minibus to and from these events for the elderly and those with mobility problems. Numbers are limited to 15 seats so if you are interested please book your seat on the bus when purchasing your show ticket.

Tickets

Many of the events organised by Braunstone Town Council are very popular. To avoid disappointment you are strongly advised to purchase tickets in advance. Tickets for all shows can be bought on the evening if tickets are still available. Under strict Fire Regulations, the maximum number of seats cannot be exceeded for any reason. Seating is not numbered. All tickets indicate when doors to the Millfield Hall will be opened for each event. Tickets are available from the Civic Centre 9.00am till approximately 11.00pm seven days a week or telephone 0116 2890045. Tickets can be paid for by cash, cheque made payable to Braunstone Town Council, Debit and Credit Card.

Access and Refreshments

WHEELCHAIR USERS/PUSHCHAIRS

Braunstone Civic Centre is a single storey building with easy access to all areas with no steps and wide corridors/doors. It is suitable for wheelchair users. There are also toilet facilities suitable for all. All shows have easily reached seating areas for wheelchair users and companions. Hearing and Guide Dogs are welcome in all areas of Braunstone Civic Centre.

CAR PARKING

Braunstone Civic Centre has a large car park on site with four disabled spaces adjacent to the entrance. CCTV cameras cover the car park for added security. Overspill car parks are available at Mossdale Meadows and Franklin Park, within very easy walking distance of the Civic Centre. Visitors are requested not to block local residents driveways and park sensibly if the car park is full.

SMOKING

Please note that smoking is not permitted in any area of the Civic Centre including the Thorpe Astley Bar

REFRESHMENTS

The Thorpe Astley Bar will be open from 7.00pm for most events for a wide range of alcoholic and soft drinks. Tea/coffee may also be served in the Millfield Hall at some events. Arrangements are available for visitors to order and pay for interval drinks prior to the start of most shows. This helps reduce queing at the bar at the interval and increases service time. Please complete a slip available in the bar with your order and hand to the bar staff.

AT THE END OF THE SHOW

Braunstone Town Council hope you enjoy all of the shows you attend. Can we remind all visitors that the Civic Centre is situated closely to residential properties and that you respect local residents by leaving quietly at the end of the evening.

BROCHURE
If you would like to receive next year's brochure please send your details to Mrs Pauline Hurd, Civic Centre Manager, Braunstone Civic Centre, Kingsway, Braunstone Town, Leicester, LE3 2PP, telephone 0116 2890045 or paulinehurd@braunstonetowncouncil.org.uk

WHAT EVENTS WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE - PLEASE CONTACT - Executive Officer & Town Clerk - Mr Ian Laughton
Braunstone Town Council, Braunstone Civic Centre, 209 Kingsway, Braunstone Town, Leicester, LE3 2PP.

Telephone: 0116 2899270
Fax: 0116 2824785
Email: ianlaughton@braunstonetowncouncil.org.uk