Up and coming events
- 6 January 2009 11:3212219I have been sending round some emails about up and coming events in Dover and as I'm sure there are some people on here who's email adresses I don't have (if you'd like to be added to my email address groups (the emails are sent out blind so you can't receive any scam or spam emails from them), please email me - lindenrog@aol.com) I'll post them on here.
I won't be able to put up any of the posters, so it's just the text of the emails. There are four topics; it's worth reading them all
"Good Afternoon
To brighten up these cold, dark winter days, I bring you news that once again The White Cliffs Festival of Winter Ales is coming to Dover Town Hall on Friday and Saturday, 6th. and 7th. of February.
75 different ales on sale, so there must be one (or two) for you; music too and of course, an excellent venue.
I have attached a poster to this email giving details of the Festival, it has been checked for viruses so is safe to download.
Come along - you know you want to.
When you buy your tickets - in advance or on the day, please do let them know you heard about it from me.
Kind Regards and have a good week.
Roger"
Another was:
"Good Morning
You may have read my previous emails about Neighbourhood Forums and their value to local communities, well the next one is to be organised by and for, young people. I have attached this first poster (it has been checked for viruses so is safe to download) - trying to try to find out what young people would like to talk about and where and give them the opportunity to register their interest in being involved.
They are also consulting with local schools about "What's on your mind". A second poster will go out shortly (plus invitations and agenda) when we know the venue and topics to be discussed.
The Dover Town Council offices have been provisionally booked but the venue is to be chosen by young people and may be another community building or school. They will also decide the time of the meeting.
An on-line survey has also been set up for young people in the Dover Town area to complete and let us know they are interested in being involved. Please see our Dover Town Neighbourhood Forum Webpages: http://www.doverdc.co.uk/community/neighbourhood_forums.aspx. There is already a link from the Dover Town Council website to this page.
Please could you advise your children and grandchildren and if appropriate, put the details of this meeting in any newsletters and websites and forward the poster to your town contacts and local groups.
Let's give the young people some value and respect and not keep blaming them all for today's ills.
Please help to make this a success
Kind Regards
Roger"
Then there was:
"Good Afternoon
Hope this isn't too many email advices on up and coming events, but I would like to let you know about DODS' (Dover Operatic and Dramatic Society's) next performance - it's "Sinbad the Sailor" and it's on at Dover Town Hall from January 13th. to 17th.
You can now take the kids for FREE - one free child with each paying adult.
I have attached a poster to this email; it has been checked for viruses, so is safe to download.
Take the children or grandchildren and have a great time, or just go on your own for some superb entertainment - enjoyment guaranteed.
When you book, please let them know you heard about it from me.
Kind Regards.
Roger"
And finally:
"Good Morning
Two of the best anecdotes for these winter blues - music and fun, are just a few of days away.
The first one is a music evening at La Salle Verte in Cannon Street, Dover.
Martin Jonathon is playing his accoustic guitar and singing all sorts of your favourite songs - Martin will be there on Sat 24th January at 19.45 till 23.00 hrs.
As usual, ticket-only is £9.00, or £17.50 with a meal and wine etc.
Later on also in February at La Salle Verte , there are the Hot Rats - on Friday 27th February. For those of you who are unfamiliar with them, they are an Irish Celtic Band - guaranteed to get your feet tapping.
There will be an ABBA Tribute Band on March 28th. More news later on these last two - I'll send a poster then too.
Please call Haydn or Diane at La Salle Verte on 01304 201547 to book your tables, or visit their web-site www.lasalleverte.co.uk
People of all ages love Elvis, his songs and Elvis tribute singers; this Friday, January 9th, Liberty's Diner in Snargate Street, Dover has an Elvis Party night - a three course meal - choose any dish from the menu and a glass of house wine; great fun and a great way to forget about the cold.
Give Tracey a call on 01304 241486 or mobile 07862 286898 to book your table - bring your friends and have an excellent evening.
I have attached a poster to this email about all the up and coming music events at Liberties Diner; it has been checked for viruses, so is safe to download.
Both venues will get you out of the winter blues, if only for that night, but it'll be worth it.
Kind Regards
Roger"
Worth finding out about weren't they ??
Roger - 6 January 2009 20:1812232had all three roger.
have to you give your due, you have no equal in selling this town. - 7 January 2009 07:5012255Thank you Howard - I am trying - some say very trying !
You would also then have got my latest one from SeaFrance - as follows (for the benefit of those not on my email address groups).
"Good Afternoon
Thought it wouldn't be worth sailing to France for the January Sales as the pound and Euro have (almost) reached parity ?
Well now it is worth it !! SeaFrance have linked up with Kent on Sunday to bring you their January sales.
With prices at £25 for a day return for a car and five people, going to France is now great value.
I have created a poster and attached it to this email, it has been checked for viruses, so is safe to download
Treat yourself and friends to a great day out with SeaFrance - for 4 people it's only £6.25 each and for 5, it's just £5.00 each - great value.
Have a great day.
Kind Regards
Roger"
As I can't put the poster on here, I can't give the full details, but if anyone wants to take some friends to Calais for the day, in their car for just £5.00 each, email me and I'll send the poster.
Roger - 7 January 2009 10:5912273Ive got to hand it to that La Salle Verte as they are giving us a few entertainment options that I dont think Ive come across before. I like the sound of the Hot Rats...an Irish Celtic Band. There was a great tradition of bands in Irish pubs back in the old days. Im talking about the pubs in Ireland though, not those fake ones that prolifrated in London there for a time, when guys like the Dubliners would just start up with their banjo's and bodhran's in the corner. The sound was fantastic, such players and playing that you wouldnt believe.
If I make it to February...
..I'll consider that for a night out.email: dover7@msn.com - 7 January 2009 15:1912289We've booked up for it Paul - should be a great night.
Roger - 7 January 2009 20:5112300paul
the old style irish bands could start up in any bar without warning at one time.
problem was being in the right place when it happened.
it was the original jamming session. - 9 January 2009 18:4412449Here's another I sent out earlier today - on Equality and Walking for Health.
Good Afternoon
EQUALITY SCHEME - YOUR VIEWS SOUGHT
Dover District Council has issued a draft Equality Scheme for consultation with local residents and businesses and your views are sought. The scheme will last for three years and will start from 1 April 2009, replacing the existing three year scheme.
Cllr Paul Watkins, Leader of Dover District Council has stated in the foreword to the new scheme that: "Dover District Council is committed to equality in every aspect of its service provision and its responsibility as an employer."
The deadline for comments on the draft Equality Scheme is 9 February 2009. Copies can be seen on the DDC website at www.dover.gov.uk or at local libraries, and DDC Area Offices at Dover, Aylesham, Deal and Sandwich. For translations, please contact Dover Area Office. Printed copies, including large print versions, are available on request from Customer Services at the Whitfield offices, please call 01304 821199 or email customerservices@dover.gov.uk
WALKING FOR HEALTH
We all know the benefits of walking, well now we can walk with other people, not on our own.
Take the loneliness out of exercise, by joining the "Walking for Health" group, it's FREE and the walks are always interesting and obviously good for you.
Details of the walks are below:
I can't post the poster, so here's the details.
EVERY THURSDAY FROM JANUARY 15TH. TO THURSDAY 16TH. OF JULY.
MEET AT 10.00 FOR 10.15 START AT DOVER DISCOVERY CENTRE.
EACH WALK IS A MAXIMUM OF 60 MINUTES.
AFTER 4 WEEKS, YOU'LL GET A FREE RUCKSACK; FREE STEPOMETER AFTER 8 WEEKS.
PHONE DOVER DISCOVERY CENTRE ON 01304 204241 OR VISIT WWW.WHI.ORG.UK/EASTKENT
Free tea/coffe after each walk
Roger
Have a good week-end.
Roger - 11 January 2009 09:5712520For all those who have been wondering what's happening at the Ramada, I sent this out yesterday - with a poster attched to the email, which of course I can't do on here.
"Good Morning
Many of you have been asking me what's happening at the Ramada; I'm very pleased to be able to send you information on future events there.
Coming up first of course, is St.Valentines Day on Saturday 14th. of February.
We know we love each other all the time, but isn't it great to be able to set aside a day to express our love in a special way and there can be no better way to express it, than by spending the evening (or even over- night with their very special package deal) at the Ramada Hotel.
Then there's Mother's Day on Sunday, the 22nd. of March.
Again, we all Love our Mums, and of course the Mother of our children; what better way to show that Love, than by treating her to a Special Mothers' Day lunch at the Ramada.
Easter Sunday - April 12th. is a Special Day and as such deserves special celebration - celebrate it with the family at the Ramada.
There are also many other events throughout the year at the Ramada, I have attached a poster to this email giving details of all of them - it has been checked or viruses, so is safe to download: print it off and keep it for future reference.
The Ramada Hotel: Four Star Hotel - Four Star Quality - Four Star Experience.
Have a great time, whichever event(s) you go to. Please do remember to let them know you heard about it from me.
Kind Regards
Roger"
The telephone for the Ramada is 01304 821230 and you can find out about all their events from their website: www.ramadadover.co.uk
Roger - 11 January 2009 13:3612531Having been a walk leader for the 'Walking for Health initiative' for a number of years now I may be a little biased but the Thursday walks are well worth joining. We have a good group of regular walkers, representing all ages and abilities, and they are all friendly and supportive of eachother. The walks are varied and we have in the past arranged tours of the lifeboat, a guided talk in the Masonic hall, visits to the town council offices and a range of history walks. They really are a great way of spending a couple of hours in sociable company, and they are good for you. You burn off exactly the same amount of calories walking as you do jogging so I would recommend them to all.Politics, it seems to me, for years, or all too long, has been concerned with right or left instead of right or wrong.
Richard Armour - 11 January 2009 20:0712555Well said Chris.
Roger