March 11, 2012

10:00 am

The Frome Community Fair is a free event providing the opportunity for voluntary groups and community organisations that serve Frome to come together and network, swap and share ideas and potentially discover ways of working together.

The fair will also allow groups to becaome better informed of the Town Council’s new Community Grant process, as well as learning about external funding options.

We want to advertise to the people of Frome all the fantastic work that goes on in the town, and give people the chance to become more deeply involved in Frome town life and play an active role in society.

If you are interested in having a table or stand at the fair to promote your organisation, drum up more supporters and engage with other like-minded people, please contact Anji Whittamore at Frome Town Council on 01373 475576 or e-mail Whittamorea@frome-tc.gov.uk

10am – 4pm

June 8, 2012

8:00 pm

The Blockheads’ enviable combination of extreme musicianship, insightful lyrics and cocky humour has kept them on the road despite the loss of Ian Dury in 2000.

The band have played hundreds of dates (memorably stealing the show at The Big Chill 2006) and being hailed by Michael Eavis as one of his Glastonbury 2008 highlights. Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick, Sex and Drugs and Rock & Roll, What A Waste, Clever Trevor and Reasons To Be Cheerful (part 3) are just some of their well crafted classics.

Formed in 1977 to promote Ian Dury’s album New Boots and Panties on the first Stiff Records tour of the UK, The Blockheads are fronted by Derek ‘The Draw’ Hussey, who was Ian’s best friend and is now the band’s vocalist and wordsmith. Chaz Jankel, Norman Watt-Roy, John Turnbull and Mick Gallagher still remain from the original band  and the current line-up is augmented by John Roberts on drums and a rolling line up of saxophonists including Gilad Atzmon, Terry Edwards or Dave Lewis. These legendary Brit-Funkers will be playing all the old favourites and new material.

The Blockheads return to Cheese & Grain on June 8^th to celebrate their 35th anniversary in 2012.

Doors 8pm

£17.00 advance

Book tickets on-line from

www.theblockheads.com

April 22, 2012

11:00 am

A new event for the Cheese & Grain, the Vintage Wedding Fair is a fresh idea for vintage lovers from Discover Vintage.

Be inspired and create a vintage look for your special day.

At the Fair you can look forward to meeting a fantastic mix of exhibitors from across the country, with a focus on Victorian, Edwardian fashion and style.

Stalls will feature vintage wedding dresses, beautifully crafted bridal veils and headpieces, hats, gloves, jewellery, as well as companies specialising in bespoke wedding photography, marquee and furniture hire, vintage themed decor and stationary.

Also available will be information on entertainment possibilities for your special day.

11am – 4pm

Entry: £5.00

See www.vintageweddingfair.co.uk for further information.

February 24, 2012

9:00 am

A showcase for local businesses – what they have to offer, and how they can help you.

The event includes Lunchtime Launchpad from 1-2pm where you can share a coffee and chat with experts from the exhibition.

9.00am – 2.00pm

For more information see www.discussanddo.co.uk

April 21, 2012

8:00 pm

One of the original bands of the British blues boom, featuring founder member Kim Simmonds, who ranks among the all-time greatest guitar players, and performing tracks from their new album, Voodoo Moon.

Doors 8pm

£16.00advance/£18.00 door

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March 31, 2012

8:00 pm

Larry Miller is fast becoming known as a must see blues rock act.

He holds the record for most encores at The Cambridge Rock Festival when he played in 2009 and then returned in 2010 to a standing ovation and the biggest crowd of the whole festival.

A natural showman in the Rory Gallagher mould.

Doors 8pm

£13.00 advance/£15.00 door

Book tickets on-line from

www.larrymiller.co.uk

March 17, 2012

8:00 pm

With music from all eras of Floyd, a Perfect Alibi show brings everything a Pnik Floyd fan could wish for: talented musicians, a full lighting show with animations and founder member Dave Blake on guitar.

Not to be missed!

Doors 8pm

£10.00 advance/£12.00 door

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March 10, 2012

8:00 pm

A celebration of the music of Rod Stewart.

Featuring Rod’s original guitarists Jim Cregan and Gary Grainger. These guys co-wrote, co-produced, recorded and toured with Stewart during 1976-1994. When the Faces broke up in 1975, Rod Stewart started his own band, which went to be hugely successful, topping charts, and selling out concerts throughout the World. Many of the songs they recorded were co-written by Jim Cregan & Gary Grainger. 35 years later these two old friends have rediscovered their love for this music, and have decided to play it live on stage again. This idea became a band, and the band is now ‘Apart From Rod’.

Doors 8pm

£16.00 advance/£18.00 door

Book tickets on-line from

www.apartfromrod.com

April 27, 2012

8:00 pm

Local comedienne Tash Bartlett hosts an entertaining charity comedy night in aid of Rethink South West and the Enigma Twirl Team.

Tash’s dark sense of humour and quick one liners will have you horrified and laughing at the same time!

Doors 8pm

£11.00 advance

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February 12, 2012

10:00 am

Childrens’ pre-loved clothes and equipment sale.

Items for sale will include pushchairs, nursery furniture, toys, books, clothes and much more, and are suitable for children from newborn to 8 years old.

The market will also feature baby/children related business stalls.

The first 50 buyers through the door will receive a free goody bag.

Entry fee: £1 per adult, children free

10am – 12 noon