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Royal Collection Paintings on Loan to the Holburne Museum, Bath

Thu 9 May 2013
By David Posnett OBE
Royal Collection Paintings on Loan to the Holburne Museum, Bath

The Queen lends major paintings to the Holburne Museum in Bath, including many masterpieces. As former chairman of the museum and a local resident of many years, I can tell you of the many delights the museum holds for a family visit.

Wincanton Choral Society Sings Mendelssohn's Elijah in Spring Concert

Fri 3 May 2013
By Jane Jones
Wincanton Choral Society Sings Mendelssohn's Elijah in Spring Concert

There will be just one major and glorious work when Wincanton Choral Society performs Mendelssohn's Elijah at their spring concert on Sunday 12th May at Wincanton Sports Centre.

Mr Fatty Ratty's Multiprint Print

Wed 1 May 2013
By Fiona Abbey
Mr Fatty Ratty's Multiprint Print

Artist Fiona Gordon-Abbey and husband Alastair MacAndrew have combined creative talents to produce something different for this, Fiona's ninth exhibition at First-View Gallery, Stourhead.

The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club Celebrates its 1st Birthday!

Thu 25 Apr 2013
By Amy Cutts
The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club Celebrates its 1st Birthday!

According to Cambridge Dictionaries Online, to "hoot with laughter" is "to laugh a lot very loudly". If you fancy putting this into practise, head down to The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club on 2nd May. You won't be disappointed!

Raise The Roof - A Concert to Aid Wincanton Parish Church

Wed 24 Apr 2013
By Richard D'Arcy
Raise The Roof - A Concert to Aid Wincanton Parish Church

A 'Raise the Roof' Concert will be performed by Castle Cary Choir in Wincanton Parish Church on Friday 17th May. This is part of the on-going requirement to raise much needed regular income to ensure the Parish Church is sustained for future generations.

"Snow Cake" Showing at Wincanton Film Society on Wednesday 24th

Sat 20 Apr 2013
By John Smith
"Snow Cake" Showing at Wincanton Film Society on Wednesday 24th

Wincanton Film Society's next screening is "Snow Cake", a drama about the friendship between an autistic woman and a man traumatised after a fatal car accident. Join us on Wednesday 24th April.

Milborne Port Opera Performs Iolanthe after Easter

Thu 28 Mar 2013
By Richard Gaunt
Milborne Port Opera Performs Iolanthe after Easter

Milborne Port Opera will be performing Gilbert & Sullivan's "Iolanthe" at the Village Hall straight after Easter, from 3rd to 6th April. The play is full of wonderful music and is supported by an excellent 11-piece orchestra.

Wincanton Silver Band is Looking To The Future

Thu 21 Mar 2013
By Elaine Rodgers
Wincanton Silver Band is Looking To The Future

Wincanton Silver Band recently held their AGM. After another successful year the band are developing their youth section to develop young musicians who will ensure the future of Wincanton Silver Band.

A Glimpse of Tudor Art

Mon 18 Mar 2013
By John Baxter
A Glimpse of Tudor Art

The Tudor and Elizabethan periods continue to fascinate us. Hendrika Foster will introduce some of the art and artists that defined this period of our history. Join her on Friday 22nd March at 7.30pm in the Balsam Centre.

The Third Man - One of the Great Classic Films

Sun 17 Mar 2013
By John Smith
The Third Man - One of the Great Classic Films

Every year many new films emerge onto the Cinema Circuit, but very few films go on to become true classics. Wincanton Film Society is showing one of them, The Third Man, on Tuesday 19th March.

Spectra Musica Performs "Bach to Broadway"

Tue 12 Mar 2013
By Nicky Cartwright
Spectra Musica Performs "Bach to Broadway"

Spectra Musica will once again be performing a variety of music "Bach to Broadway" at St Luke and St Teresa's Church in Wincanton on Saturday 23rd March, singing works by Handel, Bach and from My Fair Lady, amongst others.

Keen on Art? Join Bruton Art Society

Mon 11 Mar 2013
By John Baxter
Keen on Art? Join Bruton Art Society

Bruton Art Society is not just for Bruton, but for everyone in this area who loves the arts of drawing, painting, modelling and making prints. Now is the time to think about joining.

Wincanton Window Local Photo Gallery - January 2012

Fri 1 Feb 2013
By Mandy Cochrane
Wincanton Window Local Photo Gallery - January 2012

This is our first ever [belated] monthly gallery of local photography as supplied by you, our readers. There's a chilly feel to many of the photos this time. Take a look and maybe send us your own photos ready for next month's gallery!

Musical Talent! Open Mic Night Comes to The Nog

Fri 1 Feb 2013
By Amy Cutts
Musical Talent! Open Mic Night Comes to The Nog

Calling all musicians and music lovers! Whether you want to share your musical talents with us, or just enjoy the talents of others, our next Open Mic Night on Thursday 7th February is a great place to start.

Looking for Some 'Funny Business' to Brighten Up Winter?

Wed 30 Jan 2013
By Amy Cutts
Looking for Some 'Funny Business' to Brighten Up Winter?

Following a break from comedy for a couple of months, we are looking forward to welcoming it back to The Nog Inn in March!

Margaret Miller Exhibits in Divine Wines

Mon 24 Dec 2012
By Margaret Miller and John Baxter
Margaret Miller Exhibits in Divine Wines

Professional Artist and Designer Margaret Miller has an exhibition of her work currently in Divine Wines, Wincanton High Street. As well as examples of her portraits and views of Wincanton landmarks, she has a delightful selection of cards.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Showing in Wincanton

Sun 9 Dec 2012
By John Smith
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Showing in Wincanton

Wincanton Film Society is screening yet another major box office hit in the form of "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel", this Wednesday 12th December.

Wincanton Choral Society Winter Concert on 9th December

Tue 27 Nov 2012
By Jane Jones
Wincanton Choral Society Winter Concert on 9th December

Wincanton Choral Society will be giving their Winter concert in the Wincanton Sports Centre, West Hill on Sunday 9th December at 7.30pm. Do come and enjoy this concert, with some wonderful Christmas music, and support your community choir.

Wincanton Window Launches Local Photographic Exhibitions

Fri 16 Nov 2012
By Mandy Cochrane
Wincanton Window Launches Local Photographic Exhibitions

Wincanton contains many talented photographers, both professional and amateur; we've seen and enjoyed many of their contributions here on the Window. Now we're creating a monthly online exhibition for local photography and we're inviting everyone to join in.

Eugene Hideaway Bridges Plays Soul Blues at Buckhorn Weston

Thu 8 Nov 2012
By Joanna Gale
Eugene Hideaway Bridges Plays Soul Blues at Buckhorn Weston

Award-winning Soul Blues singer Eugene Hideaway Bridges, from Houston, Texas will be playing at Buckhorn Weston Hall on Saturday 17th November. This is a fundraiser for Msaada, a Gillingham based charity, raising money for self-help projects in Rwanda.

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