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04/06/2025

The Belle Vue Arts Festival kicks off this weekend with a free family friendly outdoor event 'Let's Celebrate' at Greyfriars Bridge in Coleham on Saturday, June 7th, 11am to 3pm: https://www.myshrewsbury.co.uk/blog/belle-vue-arts-festival-returns-on-a-theme-of-movement/

Enjoy family friendly activities, live music, themed stalls, arts & crafts, toy trains, Lego Duplo - plus a chance to have a go at rowing using erg machines from Pengwern Boat Club ! There's a treasure hunt around Coleham organised by Un1ty tattoo, plus drop-in art sessions at Bloom too.

The same evening (June 7th) there's a 'Movement in Sound' special gig at St Alkmund's Church from .gigs featuring the Pan-Asian, new-age drone psychedelic band Tengger and the avant-garde multi-instrumentalist family band. Doors open 6.30pm, music 7pm.

Tickets: Tickets are available on Skiddle - and check out the BVAF festival website for details of all events from June 7th - 22nd, including the Art & Photography Exhibition, Scarecrow Trail, Open Gardens and much more!

04/06/2025

Shrewsbury Morris will be hosting a day of dance, music, song, colour and movement in The Square on Saturday, July 5th.

Joining Shrewsbury Morris will be scintillating toe tapping routines from Raise The Dust Appalachian Dancers plus a stunning performance from talented young students from Identity school of dance . Keeping a watchful eye on the proceedings will be the unmissable figure of Septimus the Giant Shrewsbury Cobbler (pictured here!).

📍Shrewsbury Morris in The Square, Shrewsbury
📍Saturday 5th July, 10am - 3pm.

The merriment will begin at 10am and continue throughout the day as performances rotate between the various acts. As always this will be a free event.

Shrewsbury Morris, dance a mix of stick clashing, garland, clogging and morris dancing. Listen to the bells and watch out for their colourful moves. Who knows you might even be tempted to join them!

04/06/2025

⭐ OPEN AUDITIONS FOR SHREWSBURY PANTOMIME! ⭐

Theatre Severn in partnership with Evolution Productions are looking for girls and boys to be part of the Juvenile Ensemble for their spectacular pantomime, Dick Whittington.

The open audition will take place on Monday, June 16th at Theatre Severn with registration at 5pm. To audition, applicants must be aged between 9-15 years inclusive on 1 September 2025 and be under 5ft 2. The audition will take approximately 2 hours, but you may be required to stay later if successful. All potentials must be advised that full commitment is required for the pantomime from the rehearsal period to the full run of the production: Sat 15 Nov 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026.

With over 50% of its ticket allocation already sold, Dick Whittington promises to be the Theatre’s most spectacular pantomime yet, starring Shropshire’s legendary Dame, the hilarious BRAD F**T. The pantomime will open on 28 November 2025 and runs until 4 January 2026.

Further information on how to audition is available on the venue website www.theatresevern.co.uk and via the Box Office (01743 281281), where tickets to attend the production can also be purchased.

03/06/2025

Don't miss the public screening of ‘Children’ (PG) at Old Market Hall on Saturday, June 7th by locally based Ukrainian film maker Lora Arkhypenko.

This new documentary - which has just received an Honourable Mention at the Brighton Rocks International Film Festival - shows how young members of the Ukrainian community are adjusting to their new lives in Shropshire.

It’s not just a film about war or emigration, it is a story about a generation growing up between two worlds, learning to find its place in a new reality while holding on to its roots. Following the film, Lora will conduct a questions and answers session with the audience.

To find out more about the film and to buy tickets visit Shropshire Council's OMH website.

03/06/2025

Award-winning broadcaster, comedian and writer Terry Christian, will celebrate legendary TV programme 'The Word' with a unique one-man comedy show at this year’s Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival 🤩

02/06/2025

🎉 Celebrating Community Impact Across Shropshire! 🌟

Shropshire’s only accredited community foundation hosted a vibrant drinks reception last week at Tanners Wines in Shrewsbury to celebrate a major milestone — over £1.5 million awarded in grants over the past year to support communities across the county.

The event brought together local leaders, philanthropists, community champions, and supporters to reflect on the Foundation’s growing impact and look ahead to the future. Guests heard powerful stories from grant recipients and learned about the Foundation’s vision, including over £500,000 already secured for grants this year.

💡 New Initiatives Announced:
✨ Celebrating Shropshire’s Communities – Launching in 2026, this expanded Best Kept Village & Community competition will include a storytelling and engagement campaign to spotlight the people, places, and projects that make Shropshire special.
💻 Tackling Digital Isolation – A new programme designed to bridge the digital divide by providing technology, training, and support to older residents and rural communities.
🤝 Business for Community Impact – A partnership initiative to help local businesses support their communities through CSR, volunteering, and matched funding opportunities.

🗣️ Steve Adams, Chief Executive of the Community Foundation, said:
“As Shropshire’s only accredited community foundation, tonight was all about celebrating our donors and supporters – the people who make this work possible.”

💬 Joseph Smith, Head of Business Development, added:
“Everywhere we go in Shropshire, we meet people who want to help others. These new initiatives are an invitation for individuals, businesses, and organisations to get involved and shape the next chapter of community development.”

📞 For more information or to get involved, contact the Community Foundation on 01743 295900 or email 📧 [email protected]

02/06/2025

I Can Dance Shrewsbury is offering a free 8-week block of dance classes to cancer patients, starting on Thursday 5th June at the Eastern Community Centre in Oswestry funded by Lingen Davies Cancer Fund.

Over 8 sessions you will learn how to do the Charleston and 'twist the lightbulb' in their Bollywood sessions. The sessions are light-hearted and relaxed, and suitable for beginners or experienced dancers.

Classes are open to anyone with a cancer diagnosis, whatever stage of your journey.

If you would like to book a place contact Sarah Bright by email: [email protected] or call 07792 872 830.

Alternatively, you can join a self-funded session in Shrewsbury. They meet every Monday at 11am at Crowmoor Church Hall. The cost for a block of 4 consecutive classes is £32 or £8.50 pay as you go. Contact Sarah for more info.

01/06/2025

Oxbow Manor Care Home residents and staff love welcoming the community into their beautiful home! Why not join them for one of their upcoming events?

🪥 On Wednesday, June 11th, from 2pm – 4pm, they're hosting an informative event 'Oral Health in Later Life'. Learn more about oral health as you age, hear what you can do to keep your mouth healthy and seek advice on how to treat oral complaints.

☀️ Or, soak up some summer fun at the Summer garden party on Saturday 21 st June, 2pm to 4pm. Enjoy an afternoon of craft stalls, entertainment, a charity raffle and a plant sale with plants grown by local children and residents. All proceeds will go to Hope House & Tŷ Gobaith Children’s Hospice and Parkinson’s UK.
To find out more about events at Oxbow Manor, visit the website:
Careuk.com/oxbow-manor

31/05/2025

”Loud and clear… and local!

Shrewsbury-based photographer James Warman Photography has launched a striking new service especially for musicians, bands and creatives who want to be seen as well as heard.

LOUD + CLEAR is all about capturing the energy, personality and style of artists through bold, professional imagery — perfect for promo material, album artwork or press kits.

If you’re a musician looking to elevate your visual presence, this could be just what you need. Find out more here https://www.jameswarmanphotography.com/musicians

”

📷 Photo by James Warman - Americana band “Mipso” on the backstreets of Manchester.

31/05/2025

Pop into this Saturday and help Laura Bottomley celebrate eight years of this amazing indie bookshop in The Market Hall Shrewsbury
We wanted to find out more about how she makes it work - from her 'Book Face Friday' social media campaigns (and the new 'Book Pins!'), to her celebrity pop-ins and appearances at major UK book fairs. Read all about it! https://www.myshrewsbury.co.uk/blog/chapter-eight-of-an-indie-legend-raven-bookshop/

30/05/2025

Ever thought about upskilling? 🤔

We spoke to Jane Owen, the new Director of Higher Education and Professional Qualifications at Shrewsbury Colleges Group about the many opportunities on offer on our doorstep for mature students, or ‘second-timers’ looking for new direction.

Read more: www.myshrewsbury.co.uk/blog/how-to-upskill-in-shrewsbury/

30/05/2025

The Friends of Shrewsbury Cemeteries invite you to discover the amazing history, wildlife & stories in the nature reserve that is Longden Road Victorian Cemetery (Longden Road Shrewsbury SY3 7HS, opposite Red Barn pub).

This FREE community event will take place on Sunday 8th June, 1-4pm as part of Belle Vue Arts Festival (June 7th - 22nd, 2025)

There will be plenty to see and do for all ages:

- Follow the interactive trail to hear the fascinating 'Stories behind the Stones'
- Enjoy exploring the wildflower meadow
- Help to create a clay, community artwork, led by Ruth Gibson
- Take part in a bug hunt & create your own bug to take home
- Meet the urban sketchers

Please note there is no parking on site. Refreshments available to purchase at the Red Barn pub opposite, but you are asked please do not use the pub car park.

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