Welcome to Tivvyfest's Newspage. If you want to know what's happening in Tiverton now and what's planned for Tivvyfest 2012 just scroll down for all the latest news. But first, this...
Looking back on 2011: We had another interesting and varied programme of events for 2011 and for the first time we decided to raise funds for a charity. Hospiscare were raising funds to open the Daycare facility at Post Hill, and we raised £800.00 for them. TIVVYfest's ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING took place on Tuesday, 25th October at 7.30pm at the Old Heathcoat School Community Centre (OHSCC). We are always keen to encourage new people with new ideas to come along and share their ideas and enthusiasm with us. Do contact us if you would like to help in some way. Phone: 01884-259042 Mobile: 0777 973 2665 e-mail: janepsnow@tiscali.co.uk.
Tivvyfest is intended to draw the community together and show what a wealth of talents and opportunities are here, as well as to bring a range of new opportunities to local people. We are keen to support local businesses, the Pannier Market, and the many individuals, clubs and societies which make a difference to the quality of life in the area. Whilst the Festival itself runs throughout May, much is happening throughout the year and we hope to be able to help publicise some of these on our News page in future. For 2012 we are looking at various innovations which we hope will increase participation in and awareness of Tivvyfest to a wider range of people. If you are interested in taking part in artistic/musical/dramatic or other events, do get in contact - we'd love to hear from you. We are also in need of people to volunteer in other ways - many of which only require occasional bursts of activity!
‘A-LIGHT FOR TIVERTON’ took place on Friday 2nd December at 6pm when the town centre was lit up by a procession of lanterns accompanied by samba musicians. This community event replaced the Carnival and members of Tiverton’s Schools, Community Groups and families took part. This was a fantastic success, with large numbers of people of all ages carrying lanterns. Tiverton High School pupils had created large lanterns representing various sporting activities including canoeing and athletics to celebrate the impending Olympics in Britain for 2012.
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WEDNESDAY JANUARY 25th "The Industrial History of Devon" A W.E.A. course at Heathcoat Community Centre. Dr. Mick Atkinson provides a fascinating examination of the industrial history of Devon - mining, quarrying, clay working, textiles, papermaking & associated industries - and transport systems. Fully illustrated with slides & handouts. 2.30-4.30pm every Wednesday commencing January 25th for 6 weeks. Heathcoat Community Centre, King Street, Tiverton. £44.00 (Free to those on means-tested benefits). Phone 01392-457300. Details: www.wea-sw.org.uk
MONDAY FEBRUARY 6th - Comedy Hall presents Trevor Lock, Joey Page & Chris Dangerfield. Tiverton High School. £10.00. www.comedyhall.co.uk
FEBRUARY 6th - APRIL 30th - "Blooming Marvellous - A Brief History of Underwear" Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life's temporary exhibition gives an overview of how underwear has developed over time. Adult £1.00, accompanying child free. www.tivertonmuseum.org.uk
FEBRUARY 13th - FEBRUARY 18th "Godspell" Tiverton Junior Operatic Club performs this musical based on the gospel according to St Matthew. www.tjoc.co.uk
THURSDAY MARCH 1st - W.E.A. Spring Lecture Series (Theme: Science for Everyone) "Climate Science in 45 Minutes" Dr. Chris Roberts, a climate scientist working at the Met Office, Hadley Centre is well-placed to explain the basics of climate science and the evidence for climate change. 7.30pm at Petroc. £5.00. Refreshments will be available. Enquiries to: Anne Davies, 15 Blundell's Avenue, Tiverton, EX16 4DL. 01884-254744.
MONDAY MARCH 5th - Comedy Hall presents Sir Tim Fitzheigham, Canadians Danny Quinn & Craig Campbell. New Hall, Tiverton. 8.00pm www.comedyhall.co.uk
TUESDAY MARCH 20th - Tiverton Civic Society "Bricket Wood - Come to the Fair!" Lesley Darlow. Mayoralty Room, Tiverton Town Hall. 7.30pm. Non-members £3.00 (includes refreshments)
APRIL 7th - APRIL 14th Spring Art Exhibition. Tiverton Art Society's exhibition at Castle Primary School.
TUESDAY APRIL 17th - Tiverton Civic Society "The Challenges of Policing Governance" Mike Bull, Chairman, Tiverton & Mid Devon Police Authority. Mayoralty Room, Tiverton Town Hall. 7.30pm. Non-members £3.00 (includes refreshments)
APRIL 21st - MAY 13th Red Earth Art Gallery's Spring Contemporary Art Show. Red Earth Art Gallery, Bickleigh.
EARLY ENTRIES DURING THE 2012 TIVVYfest:
FRIDAY 4th MAY - Festival Opening Music Hall Concert at British Legion Hall - details tbc
SATURDAY 5th MAY - Festival Opening Event - Procession from Town Hall at 10.00am to raise the Festival Flag and make the Festival Proclamation. Entertainments in the Market.
FRIDAY 11th MAY - Con Spirito concert at St Andrew's Church, Tiverton for Church funds. Further details to follow.
FRIDAY 11th MAY - Jan Stewer evening at Puddington Village Hall. details to follow.
FRIDAY 11th MAY - "The Cosmos - A Beginner's Guide" with Adam Hart-Davis (Photographer, writer & broadcaster, "Local Heroes", "What the Romans did for us" ).
Adam Hart-Davis will be at Tiverton & Mid Devon Astronomy Society at 7.30pm on Friday 11 May 2012. Blundell's Prep. School. This is a ticket only event for which we will be charging a modest £2 per person. Enquiries/to reserve tickets contact: Angela Britton on 01884 - 243186.
TUESDAY MAY 15th - Tiverton Civic Society "Tiverton's Place in the Universe" Douglas Rice, Chairman, Tiverton & Mid Devon Astronomy Society. Mayoralty Room, Tiverton Town Hall. 7.30pm. Non-members £3.00 (includes refreshments)
SATURDAY 19th MAY - "Naughty but Nice" concert. This year featuring Lynne Heraud & Pat Turner plus support from Hazel & Paul.
SATURDAY 26th MAY - Exeter Recorder Orchestra at St. Peter's Church - more details to follow...