Start: 04-September-2010 @ 00:00, End: 04-September-2010 @ 00:00

Sat 4 Sep NEWARK & SHERWOOD MUSEUM SERVICE PRESENT RATIONING REMEMBERED Sutton on Trent Festival www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/museums 01636 655777 Admission: Charge for festival

Start: 04-September-2010 @ 10:00, End: 05-September-2010 @ 17:00

Muskham Rural Community Centre, North Muskham, Newark Come along and see the clubs autumn exhibition, with browsers and buyers equally welcome. Admission: Free www.newarkartclub.co.uk

Start: 04-September-2010 @ 10:00, End: 05-September-2010 @ 16:00

Sat 4 - Sun 5 Sep 10am - 4pm NEWARK ART CLUB Muskham Rural Community Centre, North Muskham www.newarkartclub.co.uk 01636 679476/610408 Admission: Free

Start: 05-September-2010 @ 13:00, End: 05-September-2010 @ 23:59

The Central, 310 Huntingdon Street, Nottingham A mini-festival to help raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. Headliners are: Not Advised, Co-X, Patchwork Grace, New Generation Superstars, among others. A BBQ in aid of Macmillan, along with a raffle – both costing £1 – will also be held to raise more money. Admission: £6.50 in advance, £9 on the day. www.ikeproductions.bigcartel.com

Start: 07-September-2010 @ 00:00, End: 07-September-2010 @ 00:00

Millgate Museum Mr Adrian Raynor-Kill speaks on Roman gladiators

Start: 07-September-2010 @ 19:00, End: 07-September-2010 @ 21:00

Tue 7 Sep 7pm - 9pm NALHS TALK - 'ROMAN GLADIATORS' Newark Millgate Museum www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/museums 01636 655730 Admission: Free to members, £2 non-members

Start: 08-September-2010 @ 11:00, End: 09-October-2010 @ 16:00

Wed 8 Sep - Sat 9 Oct 11am - 4pm Mon - Sat LINES OF DESCENT Spotlight Gallery, Newark Town Hall www.newarktownhallmuseum.co.uk 01636 680333 Admission: Free

Start: 08-September-2010 @ 19:00, End: 08-September-2010 @ 22:00

Balderton Village Centre, Coronation Street, Balderton A tasty evening in aid of Hope House including stalls, wine sampling, cheese tasting, and three samples of various puddings. Also, Topless Waiters (whos six pack quality can not be garenteed!) Admission: £5 - Ladies Only, No Children Tickets availble from Beehive Hair Salon, Main Street, Balderton or 07984 176373.

Start: 09-September-2010 @ 19:30, End: 11-September-2010 @ 22:00

School Hall, Lily and Stone Sixth Form Site, London Road, Newark John Faustus is a brilliantly accomplished, young, intellectual. Unsatisfied by his achievements, he goes in search of further gratifications. After making a pact with the Devil, Faustus is torn between the paths of repentance and damnation. Set in and around a night club, this modern adaptation of Christopher Marlowe’s classic drama illustrates the timelessness of the Faust legend. Due to adult themes, this production may not be suitable for children under 12. Admission: £7, concessions £5 07852 001754 / 01636 821891

Start: 09-September-2010 @ 19:30, End: 09-September-2010 @ 22:00

Farnsfield Village Hall, New Hill, Farnsfield, NG22 8JN Two performances from the Robin Hood Theatre’s “Talking Heads Tour”, including “Cream Cracker Under The Settee” performed by Janet Heath and “Her Big Chance” performed by Rachel Repper Admission: £7 Tickets: 01623 863614 or 01636 706097 or available on the door

Start: 10-September-2010 @ 00:00, End: 12-September-2010 @ 00:00

Venues across Newark The historic and magestic venue for Blues the Next Generation, Here Come the Girls, Blues at the Castle and Blues on Sunday. SATURDAY 11TH SEPTEMBER Blues Workshops (Free entry) 9:00am - 11:00am: Workshops 11:00am - 11:30am: Main Stage Performances Blues the Next Generation (Free entry) 12:00pm - 12:20pm: Erosion 12:30pm - 1:00pm: Newark Blues Festival Band 1:10pm - 1:50pm: Alex McKown Band Here Come the Girls (Free entry) 2:00pm - 2:40pm: Delta Maid 2:50pm- 4:00pm: Chantel McGregor Blues at the Castle including The British Blues Awards hosted by Stuart Preston (Gates Open at 5:00pm) 5:30pm - 6:20pm: Virgil and the Accelerators 6:30pm - 7:40pm: Kevin Thorpe's Tipping Point 7:50pm - 9:00pm: Sean Webster Band 9:10pm - 10:30pm: Aynsley Lister SUNDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER Blues on Sunday (Free entry) 12:00pm - 12:30pm: The 49ers 12:40pm - 1:20pm: The Unusual Suspects 1:30pm - 2:10pm: The South Side 2:20pm - 3:00pm: Snakewater 3:10pm - 3:50pm: Ron Sayer Band 4:00pm - 4:40pm: Wilson T King 4:50pm - 6:00pm: The Mustangs www.newarkblues.co.uk 07855 331175 Admission: Call or see website for details

Start: 10-September-2010 @ 19:00, End: 10-September-2010 @ 23:59

Staythorpe Club, Kings Rd, Newark, NG24 1EW We’re all really looking forward to the next Sweetsoul soul night in Newark. Celebrating their 15th anniversary and keeping with tradition they will be raising money for charity on the night with a massive raffle. There will also be a chance to make it a hot one, as they all go Hawaiian! So dig out the loudest shirt and the biggest coconuts you can find and join them for the longest running soul night in the East Midlands. They expect a busy night, and will be giving all the proceeds to Beaumond House. Admission: Free until 9pm, with donations gratefully received www.sweetsoulonline.co.uk Text: 07804798690

Start: 11-September-2010 @ 11:00, End: 11-September-2010 @ 12:30

Newark Cemetery, London Road, Newark There will then be an official opening on Saturday 11th September 2010 by the Newark Town Mayor, Councillor Tony Roberts at 11am. Admission: Free

Start: 12-September-2010 @ 09:00, End: 12-September-2010 @ 17:00

Newark Showground, Newark Each Ladies Driving Challenge is unique, but at this event you can look forward to driving at least five different types of vehicle. You'll be given expert tuition throughout, ensuring you enjoy this special day to the full. An exhilarating event is guaranteed for all! Have fun and raise money for charity with a Fire Fighters Charity Ladies Driving Challenge! Each participant will be given the chance to experience driving a number of different vehicles, which may include handling an HGV, testing the tough off-road terrain by getting stuck in with a digger, JCB or Caterpillar, sounding the siren on a fire engine or even cruising in a combine harvester! To take control of the wheel for a day all we ask is that you pay a £10 registration fee and raise a minimum amount of sponsorship of £90. The Ladies Driving Challenge also makes a fantastic birthday or anniversary present. Why not get a group of friends together for the ultimate girls day out? Further Information: Lea-Anne Abbiss on 0115 9670880

Start: 12-September-2010 @ 14:00, End: 12-October-2010 @ 16:00

Harvest Auction Church Hall, Main Street, Balderton Annual subscription £5 Tea & biscuits provided

Start: 12-September-2010 @ 14:00, End: 12-September-2010 @ 19:00

Priory House, 69 Church Street, Long Bennington, NG23 5ES A tribute to The Eagles 'The Eaglesques' will also be playing from 2:30 til 3;30 and the fashion show begins at 4;00pm, featuring Ragazza's Autumn collection. Other businesses involved are; Fairytale Promotions, Hair by him, Royal Exchange, Galerie, PJS Security, UK Bar Services Ltd, Gail Dandy Catering, Steve Watson Photography, Heart at Home, Cakes by Sharon and Lorna Wood Photography of Newark. John Cussell from Grantham, The Attic from Bottesford, and from Lincoln 1st Lincs wedding car hire. With many more to come! Priory House is the home of world famous Carole Lee. Carole Lee designs dresses for celebrities all over the world! She is showing some of her fabulous dresses at the fashion show as well as giving people the chance to look round her extraordinary gardens. Priory House now also has a full marriage and civil service license. Admission: Free 07856 229177

Start: 13-September-2010 @ 19:30, End: 13-September-2010 @ 00:00

Mon 13 Sep 7.30pm STAND AND DELIVER - READING POEMS The Old White Hart, Newark www.newarkpoetrysociety.co.uk 01636 701166 Admission: non-members £1

Start: 14-September-2010 @ 14:00, End: 14-September-2010 @ 17:00

Games Afternoon Church Hall, Main Street, Balderton Annual subscription £5 Tea & biscuits provided

Start: 15-September-2010 @ 19:30, End: 15-September-2010 @ 00:00

Wed 15 Sep 7.30pm ALAN WESTWOOD The RAFA Club, off London Road Car Park, Newark www.lazyrivercountrymusicclub.co.uk

Start: 18-September-2010 @ 08:00, End: 18-September-2010 @ 00:00

Held at “Larksfield”, Newark Road, Collingham By kind permission of Mr and Mrs C T Sheldon Fun for all the family, with an RAF DAKOTA flypast,Companion dog show, bouncy castles, village games,livestock, vintage vehicles, Shire horses, ploughing, plashing, tug of war, ridden horse and pony classes, trade stands, marching band, falconry display, Blankney hounds, refreshments, raffle, rural arts and crafts and much, much more…. CHILDREN GO FREE* (*if accompanied by an adult) Entrance prices are £5 for adults and £3 for OAPs (& unaccompanied children over 13 yrs) For further information telephone (01636) 894056 or visit www.collinghamshow.com

Start: 18-September-2010 @ 10:00, End: 18-September-2010 @ 16:00

Always a good day, help to support your local firemen and women

Start: 18-September-2010 @ 11:30, End: 18-September-2010 @ 17:00

Sat 18 Sep 11am - 5pm NEWARK & SHERWOOD MUSEUM SERVICE PRESENT RATIONING REMEMBERED AT "ON THE HOME FRONT" Rufford Abbey Country Park, Olllerton www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/museums 01636 655777 Admission: Car parking charge applies

Start: 22-September-2010 @ 00:00, End: 22-September-2010 @ 00:00

Newark Library Dr Simon Pawley addresses the Family History Group on The National Archives

Start: 24-September-2010 @ 10:00, End: 25-September-2010 @ 17:00

The Whole Village, North Muskham, Newark Around 50 scarecrows will be on show in gardens around the village, with visitors being able to hunt them all out via a map that can be purchased from the church. Newark Art Club and Muskham Art Group will be in the church producing a group painting on Saturday 24th September, with twelve members from each group producing a square each with will create a four foot square picture which will be on display on the Sunday. Admission: Free www.northmuskham.com

Start: 24-September-2010 @ 20:00, End: 24-September-2010 @ 22:00

Fri 24 Sept : 8.00pm Gilstrap Centre, Castlegate, Newark A evening of ghost hunting in the grounds of Newark Castle presented by the Northern Ghost Research Investigation Team UK (NGRIT – UK) in association with Newark and Sherwood District Council. Admission: £8 Tickets: Available from Newark Tourist Information Centre, Castlegate, Newark. 01636 655765 newarktic@nsdc.info