Nantwich Library plans new chess club and “old photos” event
Nantwich Library is launching two new projects next month. The venue plans to run a “Looking after Your Old Photographs” event, and start a new chess club for youngsters.
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Lady Verdin Trust award first for Nantwich man
The Lady Verdin Trust has presented its first “personal progress” award to a Nantwich man. Ian Lightfoot receives a City & Guilds award for adults with learning disabilities.
Thousands enjoy Holly Holy Day “Battle of Nantwich” event
Thousands braved the snow and ice to watch the annual “Battle of Nantwich” spectacular played out in the town. And this year, the town centre was packed with other activities to keep the crowds entertained before the march and battle re-enactment.
Residence in Nantwich stages Redshift Radio business event
Dozens of local entrepreneurs and business people gathered at a Nantwich restaurant for a networking event. The Redshift Radio “hub” meeting took place at Residence, on Mill Street.
Nantwich Jazz Festival lures Courtney Pine for Gregory’s relaunch gig
The Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival will help to relaunch one of the town’s most iconic venues. And festival organisers have secured UK jazz pioneer Courtney Pine to headline the special Gregory’s relaunch concert on March 28.
Nantwich groups given community grant boost by Cheshire East
Nantwich organisations have been awarded community grants to help fund events and activities. The latest round of Cheshire East community grants has been announced, with 34 local groups benefiting from more than £20,000.
Nantwich Museum hosts “Battle of Nantwich” exhibition
A Battle of Nantwich exhibition has opened in the Community Gallery at Nantwich Museum. And the display will whet the appetite for this weekend’s Holly Holy Day event – the re-enactment of the 1644 Battle of Nantwich.
Nantwich Choral Society scoops £8,000 Arts Council grant
Nantwich Choral Society is singing for joy after scooping an £8,000 Arts Council grant. It will help the group, which includes more than 100 members from across Cheshire, stage its most ambitious production to date – J S Bach’s St Matthew Passion.
Review: Nantwich Bookworms read “The 39 Steps”
By Joy Cassidy Nantwich Bookworms will be meeting in February to discuss their current book, John Buchan’s The 39 Steps. Over the Christmas period, members read Richard Paul Evans’ self-published book, The Christmas Box.
Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall for 2013 season
The Very Best in Stand Up returns to Nantwich Civic Hall next week with another top bill of acts kicking off a new season. And compere and host for the opening show of the year on February 1 show is Jonathon Mayor – one of the UK’s most memorable MCs.
Review: “Alice in Wonderland” at Richmond Village Nantwich
By Claire Faulkner The snow didn’t stop people from making the journey to Richmond Village Nantwich to watch ‘Alice in Wonderland’. And the production had the audience laughing at Alice’s adventures in a wonderland full of interesting characters and songs.
Nantwich Litter Group team targets Barony Road rubbish
More than 25 volunteers turned out for Nantwich Litter Group’s first “Group Pick” of 2013. The hardy residents braved the cold January morning to target litter found on Barony Road to the River Weaver, Middlewich Road to Sainsbury’s and Beam Heath Way.
RSPCA Stapeley Grange wildlife centre issues volunteer appeal
The RSPCA Wildlife Centre in Nantwich is in urgent need of volunteers to support fundraising, education and publicity. Stapeley Grange, on London Road, will be hosting a fundraising and education volunteer information night on Thursday January 31 between 6.30pm and 8.30pm.
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