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| Farmers' Market | 9:00-13:00 |
Don't miss what may be the biggest and best Farmers' Market in Somerset. There is an amazing selection of food to choose from, with the advantage that you can meet the producer and usually taste before you buy.
Held on every 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month.
See page Highlights: Thinking Green for other Green Events.
Cheese & Grain
Free admission
Event Code: 1401 | Category: Green
| Workshop: Children's Drop-In Clay Workshop | 10:00-16:00 |
Enigma Studio
£4.50 (Includes firing)
Tel: 01373 452079; Email: info@enigma-gallery.com
All ages welcome.
Event Code: 1402 | Category: Workshops
| Workshop: Fabulous Wire Flowers | 10:00-16:00 |
Create extraordinary forms inspired by nature using a broad range of wires, from reclaimed copper and telephone cable to brilliantly coloured enamel coated. All materials provided; however you may bring your own inspiration, pliers and protective clothing if you wish.
Black Swan Arts
£35 (£30)
Please book at Black Swan Arts: 01373 473980
Event Code: 1403 | Category: Workshops
| Walk and Talk: Frome Tunnels | 11:00 |
Meeting point and information with the ticket.
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£6
For details see Monday 9, Event 0903.
Max: 15
Event Code: 1404 | Category: Talks & Walks
| Workshop: Family Circus | 11:00-12.30 |
An opportunity to learn some exciting new skills: tight wire, unicycle, walking globe, juggling, stilts and more! The workshop will culminate in a display for those who wish to show off their newly learned skills. Wear comfortable clothing and trainers.
Trinity Church Hall
£4
Age: 5yrs - adults. | Max: 45
Event Code: 1405 | Category: Workshops
| Espresso Jazz | 10:30-12.00 |
Jump-start your festival Saturday with some smooth jazz, great coffee and quality foods.
Christie's Wine Bar
Free
Event Code: 1406 | Category: Other Music
| Hidden Gardens | 11:00-18:00 |
A chance to visit some of Frome's gardens, many of which are often hidden from view. Enjoy a leisurely last Saturday of the Festival in the green oases of the town. We regret no dogs allowed in the gardens.
£3.50 (Accompanied children under 16 years: free)
Tickets with information and map will be available during the festival from The Box Office at the Cheese & Grain, Tourist Information Office and Enigma in Vicarage Street.
Event Code: 1407 | Category: Miscellaneous
| Short Story Competition Prize-Giving and Lunch | 12:00-14:00 |
This year's short story competition judge, Gerard Woodward, author of Booker Prize short-listed novel I'll Go To Bed At Noon, presents prizes to the winners and discusses his work. Also talk by novelist, Debby Holt, who judged the local entries.
Short Story Competition Results 2007
HIGHLIGHTS: Full Short Story Competition Information
Words @ Frome Festival 2007 Review by Wendy Miller-Williams
NEWS: Literary Events at the Frome Festival 2007
Please note the venue for this event has changed to the
Restaurant at Orchardleigh Golf Club
Bar 11, Palmer Street
£6
(Includes light lunch)
Event Code: 1408 | Category: Literary
| Cream Teas and Entertainment | 12:00-16:00 |
Monmouth House Garden
See Saturday 7 July, Event 0704.
Event Code: 1409 | Category: Miscellaneous
| Sustainable Trail | 14:00 |
With Peter Macfadyen
Hidden around Frome, all kinds of re-using, recycling, repairing and renewable energy production is taking place. The Green Trail will be combined with the Green Quiz to let you in on the secrets.
See page Highlights: Thinking Green for other Green Events.
Further information from Sagebury Cheese, Tourist Information, Cheese & Grain.
Event Code: 1410 | Category: Green
| Workshop: Family Drumming | 14:00-15:30 |
Mike McElya of Sunshine Drumming Company will lead you into the magic of the African drum circle teaching simple patterns and rhythms that all ages can enjoy. Bring the whole family for an exciting and creative experience.
All drums and percussion provided.
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Trinity Church Hall
£4
Max: 30
Event Code: 1411 | Category: Workshops
| Talk: Rook Lane | 14:30 |
Rook Lane Chapel is celebrating its tercentenary this year and as part of the celebrations, Bob Ladd, former conservation officer at Mendip District Council, will give an illustrated talk about the history of the grade I listed chapel, its decline and eventual transformation for use for the arts and architecture
Rook Lane Chapel
£6
Event Code: 1412 | Category: Talks & Walks
| Talk and Visit: Tellisford Mill | 14:30 |
Tellisford's pre-Domesday mill site was idle from 1912 until January 2007 when a new turbine began generating renewable energy. This run-of-river micro-hydro power plant exports electricity to the grid, producing upwards of 300,000kWh per year.
The tour will show the turbine, and footage of the mill and leat during reinstatement.
Tellisford Mill
[ SEE Somerset Standard EVENT REVIEW ]
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£6
See 17:00, Event 1415.
Max: 26
Event Code: 1413 | Category: Talks & Walks
| It's a Vet's Life! | 14:30-15:30 |
Retired vet, Malcolm D. Welshman, will discuss a lifetime with animals that's resulted in his bestselling novel, Pets in Prospect. In James Herriot-style, it follows a newly qualified vet's hilarious ride through his new job in a Sussex animal hospital.
Frome Library Meetings Room
£3
Event Code: 1414 | Category: Literary
| Talk and Visit: Tellisford Mill | 17:00 |
Tellisford Mill
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£6
See 14:30, Event 1413.
Max: 26
Event Code: 1415 | Category: Talks & Walks
| Cara Dillon | 19:45 |
Cara Dillon is an exceptional singer from Co Derry. Since winning the coveted All Ireland Trophy for traditional singing aged only 14 she has seduced entire nations. For among the rare ingredients of her irresistibly natural personality and mesmerising ability to relate a great story in song, is an all-embracing quality that defies borders, cultures and even languages. Add to that her many accolades including two 'BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards', the Irish Music Award for 'Best Female Singer' and Tatler Magazine 'Woman of the Year', and you have an unparalleled performer set to play a rare local concert.
See Latest News: "Festival Welcomes Our Celebrated Neighbours" for additional information.
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Merlin Theatre
£10 (£8)
Event Code: 1416 | Category: Other Music
| The Stranglers | 20:00 Doors |
The Stranglers are probably the most enduring, but also least celebrated, band of the UK punk/new wave era. This is your chance to celebrate! Many current bands cite the Stranglers as an influence, and songs such as 'Golden Brown' and 'Always the Sun' will forever remain in the public consciousness.
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Cheese & Grain
£21 adv (Includes booking fee)
This is a standing event.
Event Code: 1417 | Category: Other Music
| Music Mayhem | 20:00-23:00 |
Music from three top young local bands and showcasing UV community décor. This is THE BIG LIVE MUSIC EVENT for under 18s.
(See info about the festival Youth Café)
Frome Youth & Community Centre
£2 on the door
Event Code: 1418 | Category: Other Music
| The Bad Detectives | 20:30 |
Young, talented, charismatic, cool, these are just some of the words people don't use when describing the talents of Frome's very own Bad Detectives. If you're looking for noisy old-fashioned Rock'n'Roll, however, look no further - you've found it.
Griffin Inn
Free
Event Code: 1419 | Category: Other Music
| Emma Harris Trio | 22:30-late |
Versatile singer with background in jazz, blues, soul and gospel. Together with a top backing band, Emma will provide warm, soulful music late into the night, including the songs of greats like Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan and Billie Holliday.
Christie's Wine Bar
Free
Event Code: 1420 | Category: Other Music