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events for 26/05/2008

Dalai Lama - 12:00AM 26/05/2008
location - Nottingham Arena
Nottingham Arena is delighted to welcome His Holiness The Dalai Lama for five days of public talks and teachings between Saturday 24th and Wednesday 28th May 2008. Thousands of people from all over the globe are expected to flock to the region to see one of the world’s most inspiring spiritual teachers deliver an exciting teaching programme.
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Fun Science Event - 10:00AM 26/05/2008
location - Rosliston, Derby
Come and find out what makes things tick.... with lots of activities and Radio Group and Rosliston Astronomy Group. 10am - 4pm each day, admission free. 01283 535039
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Hip Hop Inc Workshops - 02:00PM 26/05/2008
location - De Montfort Hall, Leicester
Come down to Victoria Park Basketball Courts and try your hand (and feet…) at double dutch skipping, basketball with the Leicester Warriors, and freestyle dance. Workshops and drop-in sessions and the chance at the end of the afternoon to showcase your new found skills to friends and family. 2pm - 6pm FREE but must be booked in advance.


Hip Hop Inc - 07:00PM 26/05/2008
location - De Montfort Hall, Leicester
Tickets £7 Rukus is your MC for a high-octane evening performance of emerging local talent and leading professional crews. D’ Clash - all female hip hop troupe founded by Nike, made up of the most talented female dancers the UK has to offer. Boy Blue Entertainment – one of the largest Hip Hop dance companies in the country, Olivier award winning Boy Blue pushes the boundaries of hip hop styles into mesmerizing dance theatre. Random Aspekts – Rock-a-Bye B-Boy, a show that delves into a new hybrid of break dancing, body popping and bedtime stories – a huge success at last year’s Breakin’ Convention. Suitable for 7+ years & families Running time 1 hour 40 mins


Footsteps in the Forest - 02:00PM 26/05/2008
location - Repton, Derby, DE65 6FH
A village walk looking at places of interest in the village, Church and School grounds. Meet at The Arch by the Church Gates, Repton Booking Essential


City Pulse Music Festival - 12:30PM 26/05/2008
location - Old Market Square, Nottingham
Whether you’re a music fan, a visitor to the city, a shopper or just curious, there’ll be music popping up all over the streets this Spring Bank Holiday weekend. Revolving around a main stage at Old Market Square and including various satellite stages throughout the city, the music will include everything from soul to country, folk to jazz will make for a city centre vibe to entertain the masses. For more serious party people, the city also hosts a cornucopia of music events in its bars and clubs throughout the weekend, including the incomparable Dot to Dot Festival. So take to the streets during the day time, and be prepared not to want to go home till late.


Wildman’s War - 10:00AM 26/05/2008
location - Newstead Abbey Historic House & Gardens, Nottingham
Relive the days of Sharpe as the Napoleonic Association return to Newstead Abbey on the two hundredth anniversary of the Spanish Peninsular War. A spectacle of living history and battles with a full range of events which will take place throughout Bank holiday Sunday and Monday. Special outdoor event charges apply for Garden Only tickets: Adults £4.50, Concessions £4.00, Children £2.50, Family £10.50, Group 10+ £4.00 per person.


Get Cycling Try-Out Show - 10:00AM 26/05/2008
location - Nottingham Racecourse, Nottingham
Family fun event. Over 400 bikes to try out, some of them very unusual. 50 exhibitors. £5 for adults, £3.50 for children. Ticket discounts online


Baking for Little’uns - Chocolate Oatmeal Biscuits - 10:30AM 26/05/2008
location - Green's Windmill, Sneinton, Nottingham
£2.50 per session Hands on cookery sessions for children aged 3-6 years, using the Green’s Mill organic flour. Book now on 0115 915 6878


Typically Tudors- Tudor Toy Box - 11:30AM 26/05/2008
location - Wollaton Hall, Wollaton, Nottingham
Raid the toy box at Wollaton and play games enjoyed by children in Tudor Times. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited spaces available- Book now on 0115 9153920. Times: 11.30am-12.30pm or 2pm-3pm £1 per child Please note that car parking charges apply for all events.


Big Ideas - 01:00PM 26/05/2008
location - The Silk Mill, Full Street, Derby, DE1 3AF
Join us for a Museums and Galleries Month event celebrating Derby as a centre of innovation, entrepreneurship and big ideas! Children will be able to create their own balloon powered car or rocket with a chance to win some fabulous prizes! Suitable for all the family. No need to book, just drop in.