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Courses and activities

Some mothers do ave ‘em”.
Written by Guy Unsworth.

Based on the TV series by Raymond Allen.
By Concord Theatricals.

Set in 1974.

First performed on stage in 2018 at the Wyvern theatre in Swindon.
The script by Guy Unsworth was adapted to bring the TV series off screen and onto the stage.
Raymond Allen was a huge fan of Joe Pasquale who Guy confronts whilst directing Monty Pythons ‘Spamalot”, to play Frank Spencer. So Raymond was a hundred percent behind Guy for bringing this to stage. Which also means it isn’t as static as other TV sitcoms in Theatre.

This adaption achieves something remarkable. It stays true to the original while delivering a huge farce that’s entirely of its own.

Betty is pregnant, but as she attempts to tell Frank, he is preoccupied by possible newfound fame as a magician. With guests arriving for dinner and crossed wires all round,priceless misunderstandings care on the menu. Hilarious Mishaps and DIY disasters bring the house down, quite literally.

ADC Theatre Cambridge

16th-20th September including a Matinee.

19.45.

Book tickets via website ADCTHEATRE.COM

Box Office 01223 300085.

Visit hilarity.lol website.

Discount on group bookings.


Older Adults with Hearing Loss

Join us for a relaxed, hearing-friendly social session designed for older adults with hearing loss. Whether you’re a chatterbox or a quiet cuppa-sipper, everyone is welcome.
We offer a calm, inclusive space, easy-going conversation at your own pace with friendly volunteers on hand. Refreshments and biscuits provided.

Tea & Talk Soham (Soham Library) 10am – 12pm
2nd September
7th October
4th November
2nd December

Coffee & Company Cambridge (Campkin Road Community Centre) 10am – 12pm
4th September
2nd October
6th November
4th December

Coffee & Company Cambourne (Church Centre) 10am – 12pm
2nd September
7th October
4th November
2nd December

Coffee & Company March (St Peter’s Church Hall) 10:30am – 12pm
7th September
15th October
19th November
17th December

Craft & Chat St Neots (New Street Baptist Church) 10am – 12pm
18th September
16th October
20th November

Tea & Talk Sawston (Chaplefields Community Centre) 10am -12pm
23rd  September
28th October
25th November

 

‘Stay Safe Online’ Workshop
17th September at Ely Library
10am – 12pm

What you’ll learn:
How to avoid scams and stay safe online
Easy tips for email, shopping, and banking
Friendly support in a hearing-aid-friendly space
Free to attend
No booking needed – just drop in!
Accessible, welcoming, and supportive


Cambridge City Foodbank

Are you maybe be looking for a meaningful way to serve the community and are comfortable leading a small team?

We’re currently looking for two committed volunteers to step into Team Lead roles at our Welcome Centres. The roles involve helping to oversee sessions and support other volunteers, for about 5–6 hours on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. We provide full training and ongoing support.

For further information contact volunteer@ccfb.org.uk or call 07398 292451


Reading Round – a community reading group for everyone

Weekly meetings discovering stories, poems and other short literary pieces for pleasure, discussion and appreciation. No reading in advance is required. Sessions are led by author Alex Wong for the Royal Literary Fund. Mondays 4pm to 5.30pm Starting on 29th September 2025 Downing Place United Reformed Church, Cambridge, CB2 3EL (opposite John Lewis)
Everyone welcome, but numbers are limited. To enquire and reserve your FREE space, email: alex.wong@rlfeducation.org.uk


Cream Teas

Enjoy a traditional cream tea with freshly-baked scones, jam and cream, in the informal woodland garden of The Dovecote,

29 High Street, Haslingfield, CB23 1JW, 2.30 – 5.30 pm, on Sunday 7 September 2025.

Proceeds will be split between Parkinson’s UK and Little Owls, the village playgroup.

Pam Holt


Conference announcement: Bob Edwards centenary: His life, work and legacy, 26th September 2025

Organised by the family of Bob Edwards (IVF pioneer), the Loke Centre for Trophoblast Research (Cambridge University Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience), and Churchill Archives Centre (Churchill College), this conference will comprise two sessions.

2-4.30pm:  Science and clinical practice (Physiology Lecture Theatre, Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience).

Talks and a panel session on current science and clinical practice influenced by Edwards’ work. This session will include Dr Kay Elder (Bourn Hall Clinic, Cambridge); Dr Marta Shahbazi (MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge); Julie Tang (recipient of the 2024 Johnson Woodman-Loke CTR PhD Studentship); Dr Geraldine Jowett (Gurdon Institute, Cambridge); Ana Orsi (recipient of the 2023 Loke CTR-Sir Robert Edwards Churchill College PhD studentship);  Dr Kamal Ahuja (Scientific and Managing Director of London Women’s Clinic, first met Bob Edwards as a PhD student in the Marshall Laboratory in the 1970s); Professor Alan Handyside (pioneer of Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis and had PhD examined by Bob Edwards); and Professor Peter Braude (Emeritus Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, King’s College, London)

5.30-7.30pm: Life and legacy (Wolfson Lecture Theatre, Churchill College).

A panel session featuring  Emma Barnett (British Broadcaster and Journalist with a young IVF child), Fiona Bennett (former Executive Editor of Reproductive BioMedicine Online journal which Bob started), Louise Brown (the first IVF baby), Professor Sir Richard Gardner (Bob’s PhD student and Oxford University Lecturer), Dr Jenny Joy (Bob’s daughter and creator of his archive), and Dr Mike Macnamee (former CEO of Bourn Hall Clinic who knew Bob well).

The panel session will be followed by a drinks reception and a chance to see a display of facsimiles from the archive of Bob Edwards

You can register for either, or both, sessions. Please register to guarantee your place.

Find out more and register here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/churchillarchivescentre/1649990

Requests for volunteers and general information

Memory Study: University of Cambridge

Julia Maybury, a PhD student in the Psychology Department at Christ’s College, University of Cambridge, is looking for participants.

Study Description: In this study, you will complete a computer-based memory task where you’ll learn and recall the locations of different objects. While you perform the task, you will wear forehead sensors that monitor your brain activity. After the memory task, you will be asked to complete a short questionnaire about your lifestyle. The study will take approximately 2 hours, and you will receive £20 for your time. The study will take place at the Behavioural and Clinical Neuroscience Institute (BCNI) at the Downing Site of the University of Cambridge. Detailed instructions and a map will be provided once your appointment is confirmed.

Eligibility:

  • 60-80 years old
  • Normal or corrected to normal vision
  • No history of neuropsychiatric or neurodevelopment disorder
  • Primary language English
  • Currently not taking medication to treat symptoms of depression, anxiety, or low-mood (e.g. SSRIs).

If you have any questions or want to take part, please email: jsm200@cam.ac.uk

Current as of May 25


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