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The latest news from producers, makers, venues and events organisers from around Derby and Derbyshire. If you have news to add to this page, then email us to let us know about it: editor@madeinderbyshire.org

Luke Wright is performing his latest poetry in March

Luke Wright is performing his latest poetry, "The Story of Logan Dankworth" on 7 March 2020, 8pm, at Chesterfield Labour Club. Tickets from Liz Caines, 07891 700367; ehicaines@gmail.com

Join Derbyshire-born author, Ann Thorsson with her novel Downhill

Derbyshire-born author, Ann Thorsson, will be visiting different places around the county (14th-17th February), reading from her debut novel, Downhill. Follow the web link for more details: https://www.annthorsson.com/section871250.html

Local Historian and author David Bell will be sharing tales of 'Derbyshire Murder's' at Strutt's North Mill Museum in Belper

Local Historian and author David Bell will be sharing tales of 'Derbyhire Murder's' at Strutt's North Mill Museum in Belper on Tuesday 2nd June. A great chance to get some inspiration for your writing! Places are limited so please book soon and don't miss out.

Local Apprentices Aim For National Finals In New Hair Competition

Two local apprentices will represent their employers and Derby College Group (DCG) in a new national competition for trainee hairdressers and barbers next week.

Sally Heyes (19) from Ockbrook and Sam Winson (20) from Allestree will compete in the regional heat of the competition, organised by Concept hair magazine, which will be held at Stephenson College in Coalville on Monday February 10.

Students Serve Community Meal

Public Services students based at DCG’s Broomfield Hall college in Morley recently prepared and served lunch for around 80 people at the YMCA in Derby.

The event was part of the YMCA’s monthly meal initiative to bring together local residents, homeless people, businesses and other charities.

Derby College Group strengthens links with award-winning dementia care provider

Derby College Group (DCG) is strengthening its links with award-winning residential care provider Milford Care – with the launch of more apprenticeships at the group’s homes in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.

DCG is already working with 30 staff at four of Milford Care’s six homes and over the next few months, a further 15 to 20 apprenticeships will be rolled out.