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An evening with Julie Summers

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julie summersBest-selling historical author and broadcaster Julie Summers will be in Retford later this month to talk about the experiences of British people at their best during World War Two.

She will also talk about the bravery of one man on the front line – the unsung hero Colonel Philip Toosey, who was fictionally portrayed by Alec Guiness in Bridge on the River Kwai. In real life Toosey elected to stay with his men instead of being evacuated as Singapore fell. Following their capture, he did all he could to ensure their survival in the face of brutality from their sadistic Japanese guards.

An expert on the lives of millions of Britons on the home front including the experiences of our parents and grandparents, Julie has published books in conjunction with the Imperial War Museum and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

jambustersAmong her books is Jambusters, which is currently being turned into a new six-part drama series by ITV, hoping to repeat the success of Call the Midwife and Foyle’s War – so expect Julie soon to become a household name.

Julie is a passionate and knowledgeable speaker, having narrated documentaries for the Yesterday Channel and appeared on BBC TV and radio numerous times.

An Evening with Julie Summers takes place at Retford Town Hall on Friday 29 August. Doors open at 6pm for a 7.30pm start and books bought on the night will be signed by Julie.

Tickets are just £8 each – for more details contact paultrickett@hotmail.com call 01636 684672. Tickets are also on sale at Retford Tourist Information Centre and can be booked online here.

Summer of Sport 4 Kids at Suggy’s Gym

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summer of sportLooking for ways to occupy the kids over the long school summer holidays?

Why not let Suggy’s Gym give you a hand – and give your 5 to 13 year-olds some fitness fun?

Fully qualified professional coaches will be on hand from 10am to 12 noon every weekday between Monday 28 July and Friday 29 August – it’s going to be a Summer of Sport down on Castlegate in Newark!

Book individual sessions at £8 each per youngster or pay £30 for a full week’s course. And if you book and pay in advance for five sessions a week throughout the whole five weeks, places are just £125 each, with a free pair of handwraps worth £5 for every participant.

On the programme, there’ll be kickboxing, team circuits, boxing, rounders and dodge ball. And each Friday session will end with an hour of Miniolympics, with a certificate for everyone taking part.

The sessions all take place in the Main Gym, so there’s no need to worry about the weather! All equipment will be provided – just send the kids along in comfortable clothing (joggers or shorts, T-shirts and indoor trainers/bare feet) with a bottle of water (also available on sale in the gym).

Places are limited and are sure to be popular, so don’t leave it too late – contact Irvine on 07415 313749 or call the gym on 01636 605708 NOW for details of individual sessions and to make your bookings.

Fun in the sun

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bouncy castleCherubs Day Nursery in North Muskham will be holding a Summer Fayre on Saturday 19 July – and everyone’s invited to come along and join in the fun!

With face painting, tombolas, lucky dip, bouncy castle, hook a duck and lots of other games, there’ll be plenty of things for the kids to see and do. And a few tasty treats for everyone to enjoy as well, with a barbecue and a cake stall on offer…

The Nursery Summer Fayre takes place from 10am to 2pm in the garden of Cherubs Day Nursery, Bathley Lane, North Muskham, Newark NG21 6HN. Admission is 50p for adults and free for children, with all proceeds going to help raise money for the John Eastwood Hospice.