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 | Meet the new chef at The Punter on Pound Hill: Paul Fox. The Punter are hugely proud of the great reputation they've established for their food since opening in August 2007. Building on this success they have now stepped up a gear and recruited top chef Paul Fox from the infamous Primose Hill gastropub, The Lansdowne. | |
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 | Joanna Eden, a jazzy singer-songwriter pianist fast building a reputation around the country, brings her trio to the excellent Alimentum Jazz Club on Tuesday evening, performing an engaging mix of jazz standards and her own material, whilst not averse to mixing in classic 60s soulful pop. Alimentum, Tuesday 17th March, two sets at 8:45pm/9:45pm -- David Ellingham, Jazz Editor | |
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 | US Indie director Kelly Reichardt follows up the serene Old Joy with Wendy & Lucy, at the Arts Picturehouse from Friday 13th March. Drifter Wendy loses her dog and her car amidst the vistas of the Pacific Midwest. Canine cinema fans may be pleased to know that Lucy (played by the director's own dog who also starred in Old Joy) won the prestigious Palm Dog award at the Cannes Film Festival in 2008 -- David Perilli, Cinema Editor | |
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 | Widely regarded as one of the greatest musicals of all time, Guys & Dolls is a big Broadway show that's put a smile on the face of millions of theatre-goers since it first premiered in 1950. Featuring the hit songs "Luck Be a Lady Tonight", "If I Were a Bell" and "Sit Down You're Rocking the Boat", the show's strong narrative, stunning score and witty comic writing deliver an enduring classic that everyone can enjoy. ADC Theatre, Wednesday 11th - Saturday 21st March, 7:45pm -- Fiona Scoble | |
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 | Can't wait for spring? Then get your fix of birds bees and blooms at the Fitzwilliam with its fantastic new exhibition of Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints and books, depicting the natural world. The centrepiece is the trio of books designed by Kitagawa Utamaro, which are generally considered among the masterpieces of book design and printing. Visitors can also explore them more fully in a special virtual display. Fitzwilliam Museum, Tuesday 17th Feb - Sunday 17th May -- Fiona Scoble, Art Editor | |
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 | Fantastic fundraising efforts have ensured that the Babylon Gallery, Ely, has secured its premises for the next 12 months. They're welcoming back Richard Heeps as the first exhibition in their exciting new programme. 'A View of the Fens from a Car with Wings' brings together some of Richard's best and most distinctive colour photographs of the Fens. Anyone interested in volunteering to help open the Gallery, please call 01353 616991 for information. Babylon Gallery, Saturday 14th Feb - Sunday 29th March, open Tues - Sun 12pm - 4pm. Free entry -- Fiona Scoble, Art Editor | |
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 | The latest exhibition of the Royston Photographic Society opens at Royston Museum on Saturday 21st February. These shows give members of the society the opportunity to showcase photographs from their portfolios on an open theme. Come along to find a new perspective on the familiar. | |
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 | The group meet every Thursday evening from 6:30 - 9pm at The Old Dispensary, St Marys Street, Ely. There are a good, wide range of models available to draw and paint. All abilities are welcome, whether a professional, have just started or just want to come along and have a go. It is £6 per session and there are refreshments provided. For more information call Alan - 01354 742467 | |
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 | Why is that lady offering chocolates to an angel? Why are they serving dinner in a boat? How did that piano get into a field? Larusdottir's dream-like scenes, inspired by her childhood in Iceland, are imbued with a slight surrealism. A member of the Royal Society of Painter Printmakers and the Royal Watercolour Society, Larusdottir's exhibition of new work at CCA consists entirely of oil paintings. A magical experience. Cambridge Contemporary Art on Trinity Street, Friday 6th - Sunday 29th March, Mon-Sat 9am - 5.30pm; Sundays 11am - 5pm -- Fiona Scoble, Art Editor Read full review-March exhibition at Cambridge Contemporary Art
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 | Head to The St Barnabas Gallery, Coldhams Road, to see what their fascinating printing equipment can create when in the hands of two very different artists. Charlotte Woodley and John Colliety, who both create their work at the press, present an exhibition of new etchings and woodcuts. St Barnabas Press, Belfast Road, Coldhams Road, Saturday 7th - Thursday 26th March -- Fiona Scoble, Art Editor | |
| Family | back to top |
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 | We are in the middle of Science Week. In the Chemistry Department, Lensfield Road, at 11am, 1.30pm and 4 pm on Saturday 14th March, go along to "Just Add Water", an exciting talk and demo in which kids of eight and up can learn about the properties of water. Call 01223 336300 to book, or, for this and other Science Week activities: 01223 766766. There's a lot on for kids; it's quite wacky, and it is all free -- Thelma Mort, Family Editor | |
| Gigs & Clubs | back to top |
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 | Saturdays at the Soul Tree is Instinct. DJC plays a mix of soul funk, hip hop, disco and almost anything else that is bound to help you relax into the weekend and get you dancing the night away. There is free entry before midnight with a Remix card. -- Denise Green, Clubs Editor | |
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 | Crushing Death and Grief's listings describe Eric Chenaux as playing "messy lullabies" and "swirling, distorted melodics". Other people have said he's likely to lead to the downfall of country music if he isn't stopped. Make up your own mind on March 16th by watching him at The Shop on Jesus Lane -- Holly Davies | |
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 | The spring flowers are just reaching their peak now at Wandlebury Country Park, just 2 miles outside Cambridge on the A1307. There are 110 acres of wide open spaces perfect for a leisurely stroll to marvel at the abundance of snowdrops and aconites. Another attraction is the herd of Highland Cattle in particular the newest arrival - Pepper - a female calf born in mid-January. The Park is owned by Cambridge Preservation Society and is open every day of the year from dawn to dusk. £2 car park charge -- Robert Coe, Outdoors Editor | |
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 | Brush up your french at the Alliance Française's weekly information conversation meeting. | |
| Our city Viewpoints | back to top |
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 | Give someone the gift of life by donating blood - come along to a donor session today! | |
| Member update | back to top |
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 | Get a free Cambridge Card by entering the promotional word on the member registration page. If you have none, get a free card by subscribing to the e-magazine. A 'FREE card' promotional word will be sent to you in the e-magazine and you can return later to enter it! | |
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 | By concentrating on classic grape varieties, and the styles of wine that they produce, this Grape Sense course provides an excellent opportunity to get to grips with wines, wine making and tasting | |
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 | Find out how to stay positive, keep your career on track, and your business thriving despite the recession. Caroline Lloyd-Evans and Mark Featherstone will be sharing their many years of experience helping individuals and companies be more effective, efficient and successful, especially important when things are tough. Ruskin Gallery (ARU) on Thursday 19th March at 7.30pm. | |
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 | Check out the great new lunchtime offers at Asia Restaurant on Regent Street - 25% off the food bill when ordering from the a la carte menu or receive a free starter when you order from the set lunch menu! | |
| Students & Youth | back to top |
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 | Cambridge's only true student night! Expect drinks deals, cheesy party anthems and lot of fun. | |
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 | Find out about the past, present and future of science with over 160 events for all ages at the Cambridge Science Festival from 9th until the 22nd March 2009. | |
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