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Learn About Hidden Sugars with Wincanton Smile Centre
Just in time for the Easter period, the Wincanton Smile Centre has launched a campaign highlighting the hidden sugars in our everyday food items. Pop in for fun, food-related puzzles and games for kids and also goody bags.
Wincanton Farmer Meets the Prime Minister
Ruth Kimber, an outspoken local campaigner for farming in general and dairy farming in particular, had a chance to put some of her concerns to the Prime Minister, David Cameron, when she met him at Taunton Cricket Club last week.
Hermitage Ensemble – from Russia with Love
One of the most popular chamber choirs from Russia, the Hermitage Ensemble of St Petersburg, is coming to the church of St Stephen at Charlton Musgrove to perform a programme of Russian Orthodox music, on Saturday 26th April at 7.00pm.
ANVIL Examines Freedom of Expression with Gill Cleverley
Recently Gill Cleverley, a long standing member and speaker for Amnesty International on Human Rights, led a discussion on Freedom of Expression with the ANVIL discussion group.
Sweet Treats for Easter at The Small Cake Shop
There is a double Easter treat next weekend, when an attractive new business, The Small Cake Shop, opens in Wincanton. Good news for the High Street and for all those with a sweet tooth!
Hitchcock Screening at Wincanton Film Society - 23rd April 2014
Alfred Hitchcock, with his mastery of the film scene owned the thriller genre. Join us for this amazing story about the relationship between Hitchcock and his wife Alma. Wincanton Film Society is a local community film society open to all.
Wincanton Toys – A New Home Grown Business in Town
Local resident Katie Thomas has decided to make the change from employed to self-employed, with the opening of Wincanton Toys in South Street for new and quality used toys, and confectionary.
Creative Writing at the Balsam Centre – Starts May 2014
Join us at the Balsam Centre for a new course on Creative Writing. The tutor, Emma Craigie, who is a published author, will be offering a gentle introduction to creative writing which will inspire and develop your writing skills.
The Balsam Bustle Returns!
A community fun day at the Balsam Centre will be on Sunday 27th April 2014, 12.00pm to 4.00pm. Attractions for all the family, drawing and photographic competitions and a visit by Iron Man! See you there.
Campaign Against Proposed Development Adjacent to Windmill Farm UPDATED
A resident of Penn View whose garden backs onto a proposed development site has started a petition against the plan. Those wishing to sign will find it at Wild Cardz and the Sandwich Box on Wincanton High Street, or they can sign the petition online!
Anchorman 2 – The Legend Continues... at The Bear!
April's movie at The Bear is "Anchorman 2 – The Legend Continues", with Will Ferrell, this Monday, 7th April. Make a night of it and grab a meal at the bear while you watch the film.
Utopia Comes to Milborne Port After Easter
The award-winning Milborne Port Opera's next offering "Utopia Limited" (23rd - 26th April) will delight anyone who believes our present situation has been caused by the antics of bankers, politicians, financiers and the absurdities of health and safety bureaucrats.
Building Your International Business from Home
How do you see your life in 5 years' time? That was the question I was asked in December 2011, having taken early retirement, still thinking that my pension would provide enough for me to live in relative comfort...
Mixed Social Rounders League at Wincanton Sports Ground
Summer is nearly here, which means rounders season! Wincanton Sports Ground is excited to announce that a mixed social rounders league will be starting here every Wednesday from 11th June to 16th July running from 6.30pm to 8.00pm.
Belarus Twinning for Wincanton?
Ob'chinsk, a small town in western Belarus, is keen to explore the possibility of twinning with Wincanton. "We have similar interests and problems" said the Mayor, "so let's get together".
Sport at Bruton School for Girls
With the ever growing success of women's football in the country, Bruton School for Girls has recently teamed up with Yeovil Town Football Club to deliver an exciting new initiative.
Liberal Democrat Candidate Sarah Yong Visits Sexey's School
Liberal Democrat prospective parliamentary candidate for Somerton and Frome, Sarah Yong, was recently invited to visit her old school, Sexey's in Bruton.
Have Your Say - We Need an Action Plan for Wincanton
Following the failure to progress Wincanton's future due to lack of interest from local "organisations" it is clear to me we need to focus on ideas and formulate a plan to make Wincanton the attractive, thriving market town it once was.
Easter Bingo at Carrington House on Monday 14th April
Carrington House (Somerset Care) is putting on an Easter Bingo on Monday 14th April to raise money for the residents' amenities fund so that the residents can go on local trips or have people to do activities in the home.
Windmill Farm Consultation in Wincanton Memorial Hall
A steady stream of Wincanton residents went to the Memorial Hall on Tuesday 25th March to look at outline plans for residential development and public open space on land at Windmill Farm, to the East of the town adjoining Penn View.
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