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Charities join forces to Bring Colour Run to Derby

One of Derby's most popular charity events is returning to Markeaton Park after an extended break.

The Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity Colour Run is set to return to the park after three years with the local charities and businesses getting on board to support the colour-filled event.

The event, which will see runners follow a 5km route around Markeaton Park whilst being sprayed in a rainbow of coloured powder paint, takes place on Saturday 16 August from 11am - 2pm.

New Mills Festival Call for Events



Firstly, we have the dates for New Mills Festival 2023 confirmed as 8 to 30 September. Pop that in your diary here and now!

Secondly, and the point of this email; we want to pack the fortnight with events! All kinds of events; musical, arty, acts, walks, talks, displays, performances, interactive, and the usual assortment of quirky, entertaining, educational and crafty events New Mills loves! 

East Midlands’ Only Professional Orchestra Announces Return Of Derby Series

Derby-based Sinfonia Viva, the Orchestra of the East Midlands, has confirmed the programme for its first Derby season since the pandemic.

The concert series between October 2023 and March 2024 will feature performances from world class artists and the commission of a new work which will make its world premiere in the city.

Sinfonia Viva, which celebrated its 40th anniversary last year, has strengthened its partnership with Derby Cathedral for the 2023/2024 season in the city. 

Partingnot Partington Players Theatre - Glossop "Maria" last update

The first professional Ukrainian theater in the UK shows the production of "Maria", based on the novel by Ulas Samchuk. This is a story about the history of our people and the life of ordinary people. We invite you and your friends to join us these days.

Date of performances:

- Wed 26 Jul 2023, 7:30PM

- Thu 27 Jul 2023, 7:30PM

- Fri 28 Jul 2023, 7:30PM

- Sat 29 Jul 2023, 1:30PM

- Sat 29 Jul 2023, 7:30PM

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Safe and Sound Steps Up Outreach Work in South Derbyshire

Safe and Sound Steps Up Outreach Work in South Derbyshire

Derbyshire specialist child exploitation charity, Safe and Sound, has been appointed to extend outreach work in parts of South Derbyshire following a successful pilot programme.

The pilot outreach programme originally started in Swadlincote and was stepped up following a tragic stabbing in a local park which rocked the whole community. The geographical area has since been expanded to other areas in the district eg: Newhall in parks and places where young people tend to congregate.

Shakespeare on Wheels

Cycling Touring Shakespearean actors, the Handlebards are bringing A Midsummer Night's Dream to High Lea Park, New Mills on Tuesday 25th July.

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