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June 2012  Join the conversation: Follow @DoncasterTIC to keep up to date with the latest events from around Doncaster.
British Jet Ski Championships - Round 3 - Doncaster Lakeside
Saturday 2nd & 3rd June, 10am - 4pm
Day of jet ski racing on the great lake at Doncaster Lakeside. World championship and professional riders taking part in various high speed races. Visit:www.jsra.co.uk Football matches - Fishlake Junior Football Club
Saturday 2nd June, 10am – 12pm
Morning of football matches. Contact Dean Edwards – dean@red99.co.uk Tel. 01302 351769/07802 684681 Thorne Delves ‘party at the pond’ – Thorne
Saturday 2nd June lunchtime - late evening
Live music, beer tents, bouncy castles, stalls, BBQ, café, ‘guest’ appearance Tiddler & Other Terrific Tales - Civic Theatre, Waterdale
Saturday 2nd June 1.30pm
A magical collection of Julia Donaldson’s (Childrens’ Laureate) most popular titles. www.doncastercivic.co.uk Tel. 01302 342349 Fishlake Gala - Fishlake Village
Saturday 2nd June 2pm – late
Floats/street party/brass band/treasure hunt/entertainment/hog roast Civic Heritage Weekend - Trolleybus Museum, Sandtoft
Saturday 2nd – Monday 4th June
Celebrating the municipal heritage of British Trolleybuses. More info www.sandtoft.org.uk/events/index.php Askern Gala – Askern Lake
Saturday 2nd June
Stalls & Attractions. Contact Francais Jackson ( franita18@hotmail.com) Doncaster’s big Jubilee Lunch - New Civic Square, Doncaster
Sunday 3rd June 1 - 5pm
Families picnic to celebrate new council offices. Tel. 01302 736000 Woodlands May Festival - Woodlands Church, Community Centre & Grounds
Sunday 3rd - Monday 4th June
Village procession, stalls, entertainment, raffle. Contact Rev. Stephen Gardner ( Stephen@gardnerfamily.co.uk) A Right Royal Weekend - Brodsworth Hall and Gardens Sunday 3 - Tuesday 5 Jun Step back to the Edwardian era and witness the royal visit of King George V and Queen Mary. There'll be falconry displays, music, a travelling cinema, and Punch & Judy shows - with the highlight being the arrival of the king! Further info: 01302 722598
Tea Party - Maple Grove Community Centre, Armthorpe
Monday 4th June
Tea Party. Contact Becky Maesen Tel. 01302 831687
Two Counties Dance Festival - Civic Theatre
Monday 4th – Saturday 9th June
A week of dance competitions presented by Ibberson School of Dance www.doncastercivic.co.uk Tel. 01302 342349 Queens Diamond Jubilee Celebrations - Fox Lane/Parish Church Area
Monday 4th June
Contact John Palmer ( j.palmer02@tiscali.co.uk) Thorne Gala in the park – Thorne
Monday 4th June 11am - 4pm
History marquee, bar & refreshments, performers & competitions Jubilee Celebration - St. Oswalds, Church Lane, Kirk Sandal
Monday 4th June 12 - 4pm
Free entry & craft activities for children. More info: www.stoswaldskirksandall.co.uk Tickhill Jubilee Tea Party - Tickhill Recreation Field (off Tithes Lane)
Monday 4th June, Noon
Tea Party. Contact Margaret Cannings-Clough ( tickhillcouncil@gmail.com) Rossington Family Picnic - Brodsworth Way Playing Field
Monday 4th June, 1pm
Local residents to bring picnic onto the green areas Warmsworth Jubilee Event – Dearne Big Band & BBQ - Holiday Inn, Warmsworth
Monday 4th June, 5pm
Entertainment & BBQ. Contact Georgina Mullis ( georginamullis@hotmail.co.uk) Tel. 01302 851901 Jubilee celebrations at the Castle - Castle Park
Monday 4 June, 4pm
The fun kicks off at 4pm with a picnic in the park and street party in the stadium followed by an Abba tribute. All this before the Queen's party in the park concert is screened live at 7.30pm on the big TV at the stadium as Doncaster show the rest of the UK how to party!. Watch the celebrations live on our big screen; enjoy the fairground rides and bouncy castle; kids face painting, magic, disco, balloon modelling & much more; Abba tribute band; undercover seating in the stadium; huge picnic area in 20acre site; the longest bar in Yorkshire; jubilee catering specials; hog roast, ice cream van and castle park tea shop; corporate hospitalityboxes and tables available (including catering packages. Book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment and receive a free £1 fairground voucher. Call now on 01302 831388 to reserve your place. Tea Party - Walbank Road Community Centre, Armthorpe
Tuesday 5th June
Tea Party. Contact Pauline Griffin Tel. 01302 834049 Denaby Jubilee Event - Denaby Miners Welfare (Cricket Ground)
Tuesday 5th June
Contact Debbie Wood Tel. 01709 867746/07722233408 Jubilee Celebration Party - Stainforth Community Resource Centre
Tuesday 5th June 12 - 4pm
Party for children (3-11 years) with disco, bouncy castle, party games – tickets £1 each. Tel. 01302 841678 Bawtry Diamond Jubiliee Sports Day & Gala - Memorial Sports Ground, Bawtry
Tuesday 5th June, 2 – 5pm
Sports Day & Gala. Contact Matthew Brearly ( matthewbrearly@msn.com)
Tel. 01302 710944 Edlington Jubilee Firework Display & Fair – Yorkshire Main Recreation Ground
Tuesday 5th June
Firework Display & Fair. Contact Mo (Edlington Town Council Mayor)
Tel. 07864369413
Time Travellers Go… Upstairs, Downstairs - Brodsworth Hall and Gardens Wed 6 - Sun 10 Jun 2012
Discover life in Edwardian and Victorian times, as we recruit for all sorts of jobs to keep the great Hall or house in order. Take part in hands on activities, butler school and traditional games. Further info: 01302 722598 Wadworth Jubilee Event - Wadworth Community Centre
Friday 8th June
Contact Maureen Tel. 01302 852874 Jez Lowe - Doncaster Civic Theatre
Tuesday 12 June at 7.30pm
The renowned Jez Lowe and the Bad Pennies will perform ‘Songs of The Radio Ballads’; a selection of Jez’s own songs written for the award-winning BBC series The Radio Ballads. The showcase will also feature some of Ewan MacColl’s songs from the original The Radio Ballads, selective narrative, archive photos and video footage of the people and places at the heart of the historical broadcasts. Tickets: £10 / £8 Conc. For further information or to book contact the Box Office on 01302 342349 or visit www.doncastercivic.co.uk.
Dad’s Sword School - Conisbrough Castle Sat 16 & Sun 17 June,11am – 4.30pm Join our trio of medieval sword masters with demonstrations and interactive hands on sessions for all Dads and junior Knights. Handle a variety of swords and see thrilling hand to hand combat displays. £5.50/ £5.00/ £3.50/ £14.50 EH Members free. Classic Cars for Father's Day - Brodsworth Hall and Gardens
Sun 17 Jun 2012
Recall motoring memories and classic marques from the past. All vehicles for exhibition must be pre-booked. Further info: 01302 722598. Divalicious - Keepmoat Stadium Saturday 23rd June The return of one of the most captivating and lively events of the year, DIVALICIOUS bringing just a little bit more DIVA with new tribute acts The Saturdays, Jessie J, Britney Spears and of course old favourites Girlz Aloud, Kylie and Cheryl Cole. Held at the Restaurant, Keepmoat Stadium, it is the perfect evening for all ages with unbeaten entertainment and a chance for you to really let your hair down and sing-a-long to those famous POP Diva tunes.This musical extravaganza will be once again be hosted by the fabulous ELECTRA, the UK’s top female multi-tribute band. The 5 stunning girls will perform 10 tribute acts with energetic dance routines, crazy costumes and LIVE diva vocals.Plus this year we are thrilled to introduce Dolly Mix, Doncaster’s own up and coming girl band. 3 beautiful girls with amazing vocals performing LIVE.And as well as the top class performances there will be a 2 course meal, a raffle, auction and the opportunity to have your picture taken – the perfect accompaniment to an unforgettable evening of entertainment.Check out the WEEKENDATLAST Facebook page for a glimpse of last years event. Tickets are £22. Contact: Mark Smith 01909 566977 or email events@safeatlast.org.uk.Website: http://www.weekendatlast.co.uk/?p=534Please note this was a very popular event last year and we expect tickets to sell out fast so confirm your attendance now to ensure you don’t miss out on this stunning Divalicious experience. Thomas Bryan VC Memorial Day
Sunday 24th June
Our day will start with a Military Parade that shall muster close to Bentley Police Station in Bentley, Doncaster. Various elements will take part in the parade including members of the public. They shall then march to the nearby Arksey Cemetery. A grave side service shall then take place at 11am which will be attended by a number of local dignitaries and other invited guests. A civic reception shall then take place immediately afterwards at the Mansion House in Doncaster Members of the public wishing to attend are welcome to do so, either during the march or by attending at Arksey Cemetery. Parking in the cemetery will be restricted to invited dignitaries only. For further information please visit www.victoriacrosstrust.org. Madness - Doncaster Racecourse Saturday 30th June Doncaster Racecourse has confirmed that legendary band Madness, led by iconic front man Suggs, will play at its Town Moor course as part of the Construction Index live music night, with the live concert after racing. For more information on Doncaster Racecourse or to buy tickets go to www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk or call 01302 304200. |
