Fun, Professional Equipment hire for all party needs. 01865 875519 www.acdisco.com
Disco, PA, and Lighting Equipment — hire and sales. 118 Cowley Road, 01865 722027
Lost: gold leaf earring/diamond. Bevington/Parks Road/Merton. Reward. 01869 351273.
Bands, discos, karaoke. Equipment hire from ODS. (01865) 736660.
FREE! COLOURED PAPER OFFCUTS, assorted sizes. Ideal for schools/craft workshops/holiday planning etc. Collect Cowley Road, Oxford. Call 241133 or Email Me
Alexander Technique lessons, central Oxford and Headington. Student rates. Summer workshops July - September. Tel. 01865 765511. s.c@btinternet.com / www.hatso.com
Oxford Circus School Launch. Sunday July 5th, 12-6pm. Performances, workshops, playing and laughter on Circus Street (OX4 1JR). Clowns, costumes, juggling and acrobatics. Tight-rope, fire-spinners and belly dancing. Part of the Cowley Road fringe carnival. Helpers also very welcome. http://www.oxfordcircusschool.co.uk
Players for established Sunday league football team iffleyharriers@googlemail.com
Behind The Mask. Improvisation, movement and sacred clowning workshop, 18th July, 10am-5pm, £40. New Marston Pastoral Centre. Contact: 01865 741197 / Email Me
Performers sought for short paid slots at regular Oxford-based contemporary Cabaret/Variety Night. Do you have circus, dance, theatre, magic, comedy or music skills at a professional or very good amateur level? Showcase your work in front of a friendly, receptive audience. Please send cv / myspace / details, or for more info, Email Me
Disco and DJ Service. Crossfade - soundtrack to your party. 01865 762901. www.crossfade.co.uk
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Fri 3rd Jul
Odeon George Street (0871 2244 007) — Fri 3rd Jul
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong. Subtitled, Fri 12.30, Sat 5.45, Tue 3.00, Thu 8.15pm
12.30, 3.00, 5.45, 8.15, 11.15pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
2.30, 5.15, 8.00pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
1.00, 3.30, 6.00, 8.30, 11.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs! Subtitled Sun 6.45, Mon 2.00, Wed 4.30
2.00, 4.30, 6.45pm
Slick remake of Wes Craven's highly unpleasant debut feature.
11.00pm
The original Last House on the Left was not, in fact, an original. It took the essential plot structure and moral themes... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events.
1.30, 4.00, 6.30, 9.00pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.00, 3.15, 7.00, 8.45, 10.30pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Odeon Magdalen Street (0871 2244 007) — Fri 3rd Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
2.00, 5.15, 8.30pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
1.30, 4.45, 8.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Phoenix Picture House (0870 758 3218) — Fri 3rd Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
3.15, 6.00, 8.45pm
Two sisters start a business cleaning up crime scenes.
2.00, 6.30pm
I both envy and pity the filmmaker charged with casting a fictional family for a movie. As well as the usual dictates of chemistry... read more
Two footballing brothers struggle with fame & fortune. Spanish with subtitles.
4.15, 9.00pm
Rudo and Cursi is the tale of two Mexican brothers – Beto (aka Rudo), who has dreams of becoming a professional footballer... read more
Ultimate Picture Palace (245288) — Fri 3rd Jul
The Hide [15] Submit review
Well crafted slow-boiling thriller. With birdwatching.
7.00pm
Meryl Streep in film version of the famous musical.
2.30pm
I never really even liked ABBA! - too chocolate- boxy for my taste but this film has opened me up to their music. Just loved it... read more
Compelling French thriller.
9.30pm
When a young woman (Diane Kruger) is arrested for murder all the evidence points to her. For three years her devoted husband,... read more
Vue Cinema (08712 240 240) — Fri 3rd Jul
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.50, 2.20, 4.20 5.40, 7.45, 9.00, 11.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events. Subtitled Tue 7.30pm.
5.10, 7.30, 9.45pm
Another installment of destruction and time travel.
9.15pm
It's Transformers for grown-ups.... read more
More exhibits come alive.
12 noon
Disappointing. It serves me right for going to see a movie whose creators were so lazy that they just called it No 2... read more
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong.
11.45am, 2.10, 4.40, 7.10, 9.30, 11.50pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
12.40, 3.20, 6.00, 8.45pm
Blood: The Last Vampire [18] Submit review
Adventures of a half-human half-vampire samurai named Saya.
11.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs!
11.30, 11.55am, 2.00, 2.30, 4.30, 7.00pm
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One. Subtitled Sun: 1.50pm.
1.50, 5.15, 8.30, 11.40pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
12.30, 3.00, 5.30, 8.00, 10.30pm
Khambakht Ishq [tbc] Submit review
Bollywood special - Akshay Kumar & Kareena Kapoor.
1.15, 4.45, 8.15pm
Fri 3rd Jul — Concert Listings
Fidelio 20th Anniversary Season
by Ludwig van Beethoven. Sung in German. Leonore disguises herself as Fidelio, a prison guard, to rescue her love.
6.20pm
Garsington Opera , Garsington Manor, Garsington OX44 9DH; Tel. 01865 361636; Fax: 01865 361545.
This year Garsington Opera are offering Fidelio, La Cenerentola and Mirandolina. For reviews of all three of these see here..... read more
Sheldonian Theatre , Broad Street; Tel. 305305 .
G & S Iolanthe Kennington Choir Submit review
Concert performance in costume. Conductor Trevor Cowlett; piano John Oxlade.
Collection for various charities
7.30pm, free.
Kennington Methodist Church Hall, Upper Road, Kennington
Magical madrigals sung from punts on the river
www.mcsoxford.org / Tel. 01865253404
8pm, adults £5/concs £3
Magdalen College School Grounds, Cowley Place / Access Magdalen Bridge.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Acis & Galatea Oxford Philomusica + Christ Church Cathedral Choir
Charming pastoral tale of young love thwarted by divine jealousy. First UK performance of edition commissioned by Philomusica, in the very place where Handel conducted the 1733 performance.
8pm, £10 - £37
Sheldonian Theatre , Broad Street; Tel. 305305 .
Camerata Collegium Summer Night Outdoor Concerts
Best of Baroque from 11 piece classical combo.
7.30 - 10pm, £12 + £1 booking fee
Oxford Castle, New Road.
Fri 3rd Jul — Courses and Workshops Listings
Watercolour And Mixed Media Cornerstone
Learn to draw and to create a painting in watercolour and other media.
www.cornerstone-arts.org.uk / email: listings@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
10.00am to noon. £60 (concs £54)
Cornerstone, 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE
Watercolour And Mixed Media Cornerstone
Learn to draw and to create a painting in watercolour and other media.
www.cornerstone-arts.org.uk / email: listings@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
6.30pm-8.30pm. £60 (concs £54)
Cornerstone, 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE
Create your own portfolio of textiles, using a variety of techniques.
www.cornerstone-arts.org.uk / email: listings@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
1.30pm-3.30pm. £60 (concs £54)
Cornerstone, 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE
Reiki Healing Workshop Spirititual Dialogue
Learn how to become a Reiki healer and set up your own Reiki practice
www.solcentre.co.uk / email: mrdanmeri@googlemail.com / Tel. 01865236058
10am- 4.30pm Level 1 £150, 2 £175, 3 £250
Binsey
Learn in 3 months! Individual attention
email: hiral.t.parikh@gmail.com / Tel. 07846 333630
6pm
53 Windmill Road, Headington
Learn to Heal Yourself and Others
www.solcentre.co.uk / email: mrdanmeri@googlemail.com / Tel. 01865236058
10.30am- 4.30pm Reiki Level 1 £75
OX2 0NJ
Explore your voice - have fun. Beginners welcome.
www.estherjanewilds.co.uk / email: info@estherjanewilds.co.uk / Tel. 01865 236058
9-12am
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Fri 3rd Jul — Exhibition Listings
Oxfordshire Craft Guild Showcase
Ongoing selling exhibition of new work by Guild members.
www.oxfordshirecraftguild.co.uk
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Figurative oil paintings upstairs in the Tree Lounge. Selling exhibition (until 31 Jul)
www.amyhemingway.com
6pm-1am daily
Baby Simple, 213 Cowley Rd, OX4 1XF; Tel. 01865 202506.
Photographs and manuscripts from John F. Baddeley who became the St. Petersburg correspondent for the Standard (now Evening Standard) after visiting Russia for seven months in 1879.
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Carolyn Drake: Photographs of Central Asia
Photographs from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan by Istanbul-based documentary photographer
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Major exhibition looking at architecture as Mathematical Practice in England from 1500 - 1750 (until 6 Sep)
www.mhs.ox.ac.uk / email: museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
12-5pm, free
Museum of the History of Science , Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street. 12-5 Tue-Fri, 10-5 Sat, 2-5 Sun.; Tel. 01865 277280.
I probably wouldn't have gone to this exhibition if I didn't know one of its organisers, but I'd have missed a treat. This is... read more
My Ashmolean My Museum Ashmolean Museum Submit review
Outdoor photography exhibition by Theo Chalmers. Over forty portraits featuring actors, authors, artists and Oxfordshire residents with objects from the collection. Until 4th October.
www.ashmolean.org / Tel. 01865 278000
10am-5pm, free
Ashmolean Museum Forecourt
Treescape and the River Thames
Solo exhibition by Stephen Gray showing eighteen expressive ink paintings.
www.stephengrayart.co.uk / email: mail@stephengrayart.co.uk / Tel. 01235 533370
10am - 6pm
Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot
Visual exhibition featuring the 3-day week, punk, glam rock and disco fever. Try on 70s clothing, check out technological innovations, visit a trendy teenager’s bedroom and sit on a talking sofa. (until 12 July)
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
OBJECTS IN PERFORMANCE Submit review
Installation by artist/curator Gérard Mermoz exchanges the scientific taxonomy of museum displays for a theatrical staging of the objects (ends 4 Oct)
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Visual Pilgrimage - Clare Weiner
Artwork inspired by recent talks at St Giles'. Artist's talk Thursday 25 June, 12.30pm (exhibition ends 13 Jul)
12-2pm Mon-Fri
St Giles' Church, St. Giles; Tel. 01865 311198.
Something Strange Will Happen Notfamousyet Art Consultancy
Exciting contemporary art show of five emerging German artists with already international reputation (ends 20 Jul)
www.notfamousyet.co.uk / email: info@notfamousyet.co.uk / Tel. 07867900746
12-6pm, free
10 St Clements, Oxford
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
5.15, 6, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
An Artful Craft Bodleian Library
Historic Bookbindings from the Broxbourne Library and other collections
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-4.30 Admission free
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Bound For Success Bodleian Library
Designer Bookbinders International Competition 2009
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Proscholium, Bodleian Library
Stunning photographs by local landscape photographer Sarah Howard - features local scenes and Europe. Free admission
12-5pm
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Canal & Floral Art Show Michele Field
Artist known for her canal paintings & vibrant floral canvases.
www.britishartists.co.uk/michele_field / Tel. 01235 771447
10am to 5pm daily
NATIONAL WATERWAYS MUSEUM, Stoke Bruerne,Towcester, Northampton NN12 7SE
Roddy Mccoll - Photography Roddy McColl
Contemporary photographs of Port Meadow and Oxford at The Perch. http://www.the-perch.co.uk/ or
www.roddymccoll.com / email: enquiries@roddymccoll.com / Tel. 01865 515120
Midday - 11pm
The Perch, Binsey Lane; Tel. 240386.
The Stylish Style - Between Renaissance & Baroque Submit review
Fine drawings from mid 16th Century, from Christ Church's own collection. Until 4th October. (Closed 29th July for maintenance.)
www.chch.ox.ac.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=828&Itemid=647
Christ Church Picture Gallery , Christ Church (entrance via Canterbury Gate / Oriel Square) Open: 1 Oct - 30 Apr: Mon-Sat, 10.30-1pm & 2-4.30pm; Sun, 2-4.30pm. 1 May - 30 Sep: Mon-Sat, 10.30-5pm; Sun, 2-5pm. £3/£2; Tel. 01865 276172.
Margie Mccregor Watercolour Ex
Enjoy viewing a selection of delightful watercolours
www.vickershotel.co.uk / Tel. 01993 811212
Vickers Hotel & Restaurant, Woodstock.
European Artist Exhange Partnership with MAO and OVADA
6 European and 6 Oxford Artists work on Land Art Residency at Oxford University, Harcourt Arboretum.
www.artinthearboretum.org / email: diana@dianabell.co.uk / Tel. 01865 730110
10 - 5 pm, £3
Harcourt Arboretum, Nuneham Courtenay; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. c/o 286690.
Rachel Ducker Exhibition Waterperry Gardens Ltd
An exhibition of wire figures ranging from life-size to a few cms high. Inside and outside the gallery
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk / email: gallery@waterperrygardens.co.uk / Tel. 01844 338085
10am - 5:30pm, every day, free
The Gallery at Waterperry
Photography By Hanuszik Zsolt. Opening Reception Sunday 5th July 7:30pm
www.thejamfactoryoxford.com / email: info@aarght.co.uk / Tel. 01865244613
10am-11pm, free
The Jam Factory , 27 Park End Street, OX1 1HU. Open Mon - Fri 8am - 11pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 11pm; Email: contact@thejamfactoryoxford.com; Tel. 01865 244613.
Fri 3rd Jul — Family Events Listings
Horrible Histories: The Woeful Second World War
Historical figures and events come alive on stage. £10.50 - £14.50. If you were an evacuee or part of a host family see this show free, by contacting Diana by phone or email.
email: Diana.hackett@livenation.co.uk / Tel. 01865 320775
10:30am, 7pm
New Theatre, Oxford , George Street; Tel. 0844 8471585.
Stuck inside because of a thunder storm, 12 year-old Angelica picks up an old history book on the First World War. Bored with... read more
Tatty Bumpkin Oxford Children aged 2- 7 yrs
Yoga stories, relaxation, music, eductaional development and fun!
www.oxford.tattybumpkin.com / email: classes@oxford.tattybumpkin.com / Tel. 0845 6801519 / 07929 288964
10am & 11am
Summertown Church Hall , Corner of Banbury & Portland Rds, Summertown, OX2 7EZ.
For children as young as four months old. Sessions introduce the child to the pool and through songs and play will develop confidence and movement in the water
Tel. 01865 467124
11.15am-12pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
10.15am-11.15am . From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Baby Music Busy Bees Music Group
Special music sessions for little babies from 2 months to too wriggly.
www.busybeesmusic.co.uk / email: rachel.shearer@tesco.net
11am for coffee, music 11.15 to 11.45am £2.70 pay weekly
Harwell Village Hall, Harwell.
Angelina ballerina dance Academy Marianna Vellopoulou
A fun kids class to discover the secrets of ballet along with Angelina
email: mariannavel@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07747481798
3.00- 6pm, £65-£80/term
Kennington Village Centre, Grundy Crescent, Kennington, OX1 5PS.
Singing, rhymes and fun for under fives. Babies welcome too. Drop-in.
email: emilymarshall@talktalk.net / Tel. 01865 725516
Fridays 10am- 10.45am. £2.00 + 50p siblings
Donnington Community Centre, Townsend Square (opposite Doorstep)
Friendly breastfeeding drop-in for mums and mums-to-be
www.thebabycafe.org / email: julie_osborne@btconnect.com / Tel. 01865 764952 for General Enquiries
11-1 North Oxford Children's Centre, Wren Rd, OX2 7SX, 2-4pm Florence Park Children's Centre OX4 3JZ
Various Venues see website
Oxtales Book Launch Friday at 5 series Submit review
Mark Haddon, Joanna Trollope and others contribute to Oxfam's Oxtales, focusing on Earth (land rights & farming), Air (climate change), Fire (arms control) & Water.
5pm, £8.50 adults, £6.50 children
Oxford Playhouse , Beaumont Street. From 16th Feb 09 free tickets are available for under 26's for some performances. Apply in advance, for Tues or Wed evening or Sat matinee performances and selected shows at the BT. See website for details.; Tel. 305305; Fax: 793748.
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
5.15, 6, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
Alice In Wonderland Audiobook Storypods Audiobooks
Radio Oxford will play short extracts from Storypods' Alice audiobook
www.storypods.co.uk / email: liz@oxfordstorypods.com / Tel. 01865 556083 or 07786 885956
1.45, 2.45 and 3.45
BBC Radio Oxford
Fri 3rd Jul — Festivals, Fairs and Markets Listings
Country Market, Witney Witney Country Market
Local producers supply jams, cakes, eggs, vegetables, crafts, etc.
8.30 to 10.30am
Masonic Hall, Church Green, Witney
A variety of stalls featuring arts and crafts, antiques, flowers, antiquarian books, food and much more. Accompanied by a selection of local musicians showcasing their talents on site.
10am-4pm
Oxford Castle, New Road.
The North Wall Festival The North Wall Arts Centre
Some of the country’s finest performers of comedy, drama and music.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Wonderful French Fare brought to you.
Gloucester Green, Between Beaumont St, George St and Walton St.
Fri 3rd Jul — Gig Listings
Queer and straight-friendly night. First Friday of every month.
www.project80.co.uk / email: dirty.angel@project80.co.uk / Tel. 01865 309670
22:00-03:30. £3 / £6.
The Coven, Oxpens Road, OX1 1RX; Tel. 01865 242770.
Open folk session, all welcome
www.oxfordfolkclub.com
8.30pm. £2
Folly Bridge Inn, Abingdon Road; Tel. 01865 790106.
Reggae, Ska, Soul & Hip Hop wickedness. Guests Mr Benn & Zion (live)
www.skylarkinsoundsystem.co.uk / email: skylarkinsoundsystem@gmail.com
9pm-3am, £4 before 11pm, £5 after
Cellar Bar , Frewin Court, off Cornmarket; Tel. 01865 244761.
The Race, King of Spain, My Device, Anton Barbeau
Shifty Disco 'Come Play With Me' Tour.
www.myspace.com/thecoocooclub
8pm, £5 adv
The Winchester, 10 Crown St (above A1 Pool Hall), OX4 1QG
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Fuzzy Logic, Not Too Shabby, Echo Boomer Klub Kakofanney
Eclectic music selection from the Klub Kak crew
8.30pm. £5
The Wheatsheaf, Wheatsheaf Alley, 129 High Street, OX1 4DF; Tel. 01865 721156.
Shumba Youth & Likkle Tom play fresh upfront roots reggae.
http://eocc.co.uk / email: danidubdub@btinternet.com
8pm-12:30; £2 after 9pm.
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
"Top Class Funky Blues" BluesMatters
www.maddfaringdon.co.uk/HTML%20Pages/Gigs.htm
Free, 8pm
Faringdon Corn Exchange
Idan Rabinovici And The Strange Folks, Greg Holden, Noble Rogues, Not My Day
Israeli-born folk singer-songwriter
8pm. £5
Jericho Tavern , 56 Walton St.; Tel. 311775.
White Demin, Cali Collect, Riot Park Academy Events Presents
Texan based jazz-rock band promoting their highly anticipated second album 'Fits'.
7pm. £9
O2 Academy Oxford , 190 Cowley Road, OX4 1UE; Tel. Box Office: 0844 477 2000 / Info 0905 020 3999 (25p/min).
Frowser, Bromptons, Apes Vs. Men Melting Pot
Grunge metal and garage blues
Backroom @ The Bully, 162 Cowley Road; Tel. 244516; Fax: 202457.
Fri 3rd Jul — Lectures, Seminars and Conferences Listings
Conference: The Global Lincoln
Papers delivered by leading intellectuals and public figures will examine the meanings which individuals and groups drew from Abraham Lincoln.
www.rai.ox.ac.uk/lincoln
£210 (includes accommodation)
Rothermere American Institute , 1a South Parks Road; Email: enquiries@rai.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 282710.
Fri 3rd Jul — Meeting Listings
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
5.15, 6, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
Social Evening IVC Social Events Club
Prospective members welcome
www.oxfordshireivc.org.uk / Tel. 01865 516239 and 01635 578215
8.30 pm
Plough Inn, Wolvercote Green, Oxford
Fri 3rd Jul — Music and Dance Listings
A variety of stalls featuring arts and crafts, antiques, flowers, antiquarian books, food and much more. Accompanied by a selection of local musicians showcasing their talents on site.
10am-4pm
Oxford Castle, New Road.
Queer and straight-friendly night. First Friday of every month.
www.project80.co.uk / email: dirty.angel@project80.co.uk / Tel. 01865 309670
22:00-03:30. £3 / £6.
The Coven, Oxpens Road, OX1 1RX; Tel. 01865 242770.
royal acadmy of dancing ballet classes for children 5-12 yrs
email: mariannavel@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07747 481798
3.00- 6.15pm, £65-80 / term
Kennington Village Hall, OX14 5PG
Indian Classical Dance Classes Anuradha Chaturvedi
Indian dance (Kathak) classes for Beginners and Advanced level
www.drishtidance.com / email: anucseth@gmail.com / Tel. 07765190197
6 - 8pm, £6.50/hr
Wood Farm Community Centre, Titput Hall Drive, Oxford OX3 8QQ
Ballet, Tap & Modern Dance Expression
Dance classes for 2 1/2 year olds upwards. Friendly professional school.
www.expressiondance.co.uk / email: info@expressiondance.co.uk / Tel. 07956231155
Various classes from 10:00am - 11:30am
United Reformed Church, Collinwood Road, Risinghurst, OX3 8HW
The Animals And Friends Cornerstone
A celebration of The Animals’ original hits and recent compositions.
www.cornerstone-arts.org.uk / email: cornerstone@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
8pm; £15, £13.50 (concs)
Cornerstone, 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE
Join Oxford's community activist samba drum band. No experience needed!!!
www.cardinalfang.net/samba / email: bopsamba [at] lists. riseup. net
7:30 pm, free
St. Gregory the Great School
Tap, ballet and modern dance just for boys aged 10 - 14 years
www.expressiondance.co.uk / email: info@expressiondance.co.uk / Tel. 07956 231155
6:45-8:45pm, £6 per hour
United Reformed Church, Collinwood Road, Risinghurst, OX3 8HW
Learn the basics of bellydance with this 5 week course - suitable for beginners
email: annabelcoles@gmail.com
8.30 - 9.30pm, £25 for 5 weeks
St Albans Hall, Charles St
Argentine Tango Oxford Tango Argentino
Lesson (8-9pm) with Cesar & Carolina and milonga from 9pm
www.Oxfordtango.co.uk / email: Maureenbeechey@aol.com / Tel. 01865 721667
8.00pm, £8 (£5 after 9.00pm)
Botley Womens' Institute, North Hinksey Lane, OX2 0LT
Explore your voice - have fun. Beginners welcome.
www.estherjanewilds.co.uk / email: info@estherjanewilds.co.uk / Tel. 01865 236058
9-12am
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Fri 3rd Jul — Pubs Listings
Meet up to 30 singles in 2 hours! Ages 20-35
http://spmatchmaking.webs.com / email: spmatchmaking@googlemail.com / Tel. 07791546327
8pm, £20
The Cape of Good Hope , 1 Iffley Road, OX4 1EA; Tel. 262291.
Fri 3rd Jul — Sports and Fitness Listings
Fitness for a healthier lifestyle
www.primeenergy.org / email: barry@primeenergy.org / Tel. 07771 88 11 35
Botley Campus. 10-10.50am, £4/child or £7 for 2 children (siblings)
Oxford Brookes University - Headington & Botley Campuses
Women's Football Headington Athletic WFC
PLAYERS WANTED!!
www.freewebs.com/headingtonathleticwfc / email: womensfootball@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07727277080
7.30-9pm
City Centre
For children as young as four months old. Sessions introduce the child to the pool and through songs and play will develop confidence and movement in the water
Tel. 01865 467124
11.15am-12pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
10.15am-11.15am . From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Short Bike Rides For Women Isis Cyclists CTC
Bike rides for women of all ages and abilities (5-10 miles & 15-20 miles). FIRST & THIRD Saturday of each month, plus the occasional other Sat - CHECK WEBSITE FOR DATE BEFORE TRAVELLING!
http://isiscyclistsctc.wordpress.com / email: isiscyclistsctc@googlemail.com / Tel. 07825840317
Free
Various starting points in Oxford
Kung Fu Fujian White Crane Oxford Club
Traditional Chinese Martial Art. Beginners welcome.
www.fwckungfu.com / email: stefanw@fwckungfu.com / Tel. 07957 198 698
7.30-8.30pm
Summertown Church Hall , Corner of Banbury & Portland Rds, Summertown, OX2 7EZ.
Suang Yang Fujian White Crane Oxford Club
Soft style martial art famed for its health benefits. Beginners welcome.
www.fwckungfu.com / email: stefanw@fwckungfu.com / Tel. 07957 198 698
6.30-7.30pm
Summertown Church Hall , Corner of Banbury & Portland Rds, Summertown, OX2 7EZ.
Aikido-Te is a truly effective combat style that manipulates opponents' energy.
www.bushido-oxford.com / email: instructor@bushido-oxford.com / Tel. 07971 854579
Call to arrange free lesson!
Mill Street Dojo
Hatha yoga for relaxation and renewal. All levels welcome. Drop in class.
www.yogainoxford.co.uk / email: joannajeczalik@yahoo.com / Tel. 01865 453307
6.00-7.15 pm, £6.50; £5.50 conc
Yoga Garden, Behind Cibo's (on the right), South Parade, Summertown.
Oxford Ju Jitsu (Atado) Far Eastern Club - circa 50yrs
16yrs and over. Martial arts incorporating techniques from various other styles.
www.atado.co.uk / email: members@atado.co.uk / Tel. 07881 520203
Improvers, 8-10pm. £2.50 per session.
South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, off Abingdon Rd.
All Welcome. Mixed ability classes combining breath movement and relaxation.
www.hazelfaithfull.co.uk / email: oxford.yoga@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07931 743785
10 - 11.30am six weeks £42. Drop in £9
Abbey rooms, Guildhall, Abingdon, OX14 3JE
Pilates Studio In Abingdon Pilates & Physiotherapy Centre
Pilates Equipment Classes,Individual/Remedial classes, Matwork, Sports Massage
www.oxfordpilates.co.uk / email: helenabradwell.pilates@ntlworld.com / Tel. 01235 555395/0774 789 5984
Contact reception for details
Coxeter House, Abingdon, OX14 5TS
Swimming Club For Adults Member of Thames Valley RLSS
Pisces Adult Swimming and Life Saving, friendly non-competitive, Club.
email: meg@udriveracing.co.uk / Tel. 01865 765696
8-9pm, £3.50 per session
Barton Swimming Pool, Waynflete Road, Barton Estate, Headington
Women's Only Gym with Creche East Oxford Children's Centre
Gym 1-2pm, Badminton 2-3pm. Creche 1-3pm. Booking required (tel)
Tel. 01865 248729
1-3pm. £2 per session (members), £3.50 (non members). Creche £1 per child per hour (members) £2.50 (non members)
East Oxford Games Hall, Collins Street
Lunchtime Pilates Class Ivana Starkova
Stott instructor-class for beginners, improve posture, ease back pain.
www.ispilates.co.uk / email: enquiries@ispilates.co.uk / Tel. 07818062351
12.15-1pm, £8 or £39 for 6
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
We’re a friendly club with a range of standards. Mainly doubles played, 4 courts
email: oxford.badminton@gmail.com / Tel. 01865 712080
7-9pm. £4.00 / week
Oxford Community School, Glanville Road, Cowley
Knead Me... Massage Therapies!
Traditional Massage Therapies at West Oxford Community Centre & Ferry Pool
www.kneadme.co.uk / email: ferhat@kneadme.co.uk / Tel. 07900 313484
15h00-18h30 (£18-£35) Discounts apply.
West Oxford Community Centre, Botley Road, OX2 0BT.
Fri 3rd Jul — Theatre Listings
Fidelio 20th Anniversary Season
by Ludwig van Beethoven. Sung in German. Leonore disguises herself as Fidelio, a prison guard, to rescue her love.
6.20pm
Garsington Opera , Garsington Manor, Garsington OX44 9DH; Tel. 01865 361636; Fax: 01865 361545.
This year Garsington Opera are offering Fidelio, La Cenerentola and Mirandolina. For reviews of all three of these see here..... read more
Horrible Histories: The Woeful Second World War
Historical figures and events come alive on stage. £10.50 - £14.50. If you were an evacuee or part of a host family see this show free, by contacting Diana by phone or email.
email: Diana.hackett@livenation.co.uk / Tel. 01865 320775
10:30am, 7pm
New Theatre, Oxford , George Street; Tel. 0844 8471585.
Stuck inside because of a thunder storm, 12 year-old Angelica picks up an old history book on the First World War. Bored with... read more
A Fistful Of Mondays Balancing Act Presents
Romantic comedy set in Walbeswick Sports and Social Club following the fortunes and romances of the Monday Night All Star Linedancing Club.
7.30pm. £12, £10 concs
OFS Studio , 40 George Street, OX1 2AQ; Tel. 0844 847 2360.
A Fistful of Mondays is very well scripted and choreographed with an excellent choice of casting, in particular Barry the... read more
Potted Pirates The North Wall Festival
CBBC presenters Dan and Jeff return to the stage with their new compressed caper for all the family.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
7.30pm, £10 (£6). Family £25
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Oxtales Book Launch Friday at 5 series Submit review
Mark Haddon, Joanna Trollope and others contribute to Oxfam's Oxtales, focusing on Earth (land rights & farming), Air (climate change), Fire (arms control) & Water.
5pm, £8.50 adults, £6.50 children
Oxford Playhouse , Beaumont Street. From 16th Feb 09 free tickets are available for under 26's for some performances. Apply in advance, for Tues or Wed evening or Sat matinee performances and selected shows at the BT. See website for details.; Tel. 305305; Fax: 793748.
Dancing In My Dreams Oxfordshire Theatre Company
A musical play inspired by the many children whose lives were changed forever by wartime Britain
Tel. 01295 750056
7.30pm
Mollington Village Hall, Mollington, Banbury Oxon OX17 1AZ
This excellent musical play tells the story of Kathleen O’Neill, evacuated with her sister Christina from the East End of London... read more
All-star Agatha Christie drama. Clarissa persuades her houseguests to help her hide a dead body, before her Foreign Office husband returns. But is the corpse really unknown to all of them? £11 - £24
8pm
Oxford Playhouse , Beaumont Street. From 16th Feb 09 free tickets are available for under 26's for some performances. Apply in advance, for Tues or Wed evening or Sat matinee performances and selected shows at the BT. See website for details.; Tel. 305305; Fax: 793748.
Like ham sandwiches, wet summers and strawberries at Wimbledon, Agatha Christie is synonymous with Englishness. There is rarely... read more
Macbeth The Domino Players Submit review
www.dominoplayers.co.uk / email: tickets@dominoplayers.co.uk / Tel. 01235762802
7.45pm £8 (£6)
Lains Barn, 1 mile east of Wantage, off A417; Tel. 01993 811678 / 01235 765648.
Romeo & Juliet Oxford Shakespeare Company
Directed by Guy Retallack, musical director Paul Kissaun. Suitable for all ages.
www.oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / email: info@oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / Tel. 0870 6092231 / 01865 305305
7:30pm. £20. Students: £15/£10. Under 12s £8 Under 5s Free
Wadham College Gardens.
I saw Romeo and Juliet at a preview performance on Saturday evening, 27th July, and was stunned. The heavens opened after a beautiful... read more
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
5.15, 6, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
Rhinoceros Submit review
Enthusiastic performance of Ionesco's absurdist classic
www.mcsoxford.org / Tel. 01865253404
2.30pm, adult £5/conc £3
Magdalen College School (Big School), Cowley Place
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Acis & Galatea Oxford Philomusica + Christ Church Cathedral Choir
Charming pastoral tale of young love thwarted by divine jealousy. First UK performance of edition commissioned by Philomusica, in the very place where Handel conducted the 1733 performance.
8pm, £10 - £37
Sheldonian Theatre , Broad Street; Tel. 305305 .
Fri 3rd Jul — Worship Listings
New Oxford centre for spiritual growth, based at St Michael at the North Gate (Cornmarket), offers quiet days (or part days), special services and 1-1 spiritual direction by arrangement.
www.ocsg.uk.net / email: info@ocsg.uk.net
9am-5pm
St Michael at the North Gate , Oxford City Church, Cornmarket, OX1 3EY; Email: admin@smng.org.uk; Tel. 01865 255776 / 01865 240940.
Sat 4th Jul
Odeon George Street (0871 2244 007) — Sat 4th Jul
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong. Subtitled, Fri 12.30, Sat 5.45, Tue 3.00, Thu 8.15pm
3.00, 5.45, 8.15, 11.15pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
More exhibits come alive.
12.15pm
Disappointing. It serves me right for going to see a movie whose creators were so lazy that they just called it No 2... read more
Another installment of destruction and time travel.
11.40pm
It's Transformers for grown-ups.... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
11.30am, 2.30, 5.15, 8.00pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
10.45am, 1.00, 3.30, 6.00, 8.30, 11.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs! Subtitled Sun 6.45, Mon 2.00, Wed 4.30
11.45am, 2.00, 4.30, 6.45pm
Slick remake of Wes Craven's highly unpleasant debut feature.
11.00pm
The original Last House on the Left was not, in fact, an original. It took the essential plot structure and moral themes... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events.
11.00am, 1.30, 4.00, 6.30, 9.00pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.00, 3.15, 7.00, 8.45, 10.30pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Odeon Magdalen Street (0871 2244 007) — Sat 4th Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
2.00, 5.15, 8.30pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
1.30, 4.45, 8.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Phoenix Picture House (0870 758 3218) — Sat 4th Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
3.15, 6.00, 8.45pm
Two sisters start a business cleaning up crime scenes.
6.30pm
I both envy and pity the filmmaker charged with casting a fictional family for a movie. As well as the usual dictates of chemistry... read more
Two footballing brothers struggle with fame & fortune. Spanish with subtitles.
4.15, 9.00pm
Rudo and Cursi is the tale of two Mexican brothers – Beto (aka Rudo), who has dreams of becoming a professional footballer... read more
Kids' Club: Race to Witch Mountain [PG] Submit review
Child aliens with supernatural powers. No unaccompanied adults; under 8s must bring own adult.
1.30pm (activities at 12.45pm)
Ultimate Picture Palace (245288) — Sat 4th Jul
The Hide [15] Submit review
Well crafted slow-boiling thriller. With birdwatching.
7.00pm
Meryl Streep in film version of the famous musical.
4.30pm
I never really even liked ABBA! - too chocolate- boxy for my taste but this film has opened me up to their music. Just loved it... read more
Compelling French thriller.
9.30pm
When a young woman (Diane Kruger) is arrested for murder all the evidence points to her. For three years her devoted husband,... read more
Vue Cinema (08712 240 240) — Sat 4th Jul
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.50, 2.20, 4.20 5.40, 7.45, 9.00, 11.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events. Subtitled Tue 7.30pm.
11.00am, 5.10, 7.30, 9.45pm
Another installment of destruction and time travel.
9.15pm
It's Transformers for grown-ups.... read more
More exhibits come alive.
9.40am, 12 noon
Disappointing. It serves me right for going to see a movie whose creators were so lazy that they just called it No 2... read more
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong.
9.35, 11.45am, 2.10, 4.40, 7.10, 9.30, 11.50pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
10.10am, 12.40, 3.20, 6.00, 8.45pm
Blood: The Last Vampire [18] Submit review
Adventures of a half-human half-vampire samurai named Saya.
11.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs!
9.30, 11.30, 11.55am, 2.00, 2.30, 4.30, 7.00pm
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One. Subtitled Sun: 1.50pm.
10.45am, 1.50, 5.15, 8.30, 11.40pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
10.00am, 12.30, 3.00, 5.30, 8.00, 10.30pm
Khambakht Ishq [tbc] Submit review
Bollywood special - Akshay Kumar & Kareena Kapoor.
1.15, 4.45, 8.15pm
Canine actor believes his super powers are real.
10.30am
We have just seen this film and both thought it a complete joy!!! How lovely, total escapism. What could be better?... read more
Sat 4th Jul — Concert Listings
Haydn: Nelson Mass Oxford Harmonic Society
Pergolesi: Magnificat, Caldara: Stabat Mater. Tickets from Tickets Oxford
www.oxfordharmonicsoc.org.uk / Tel. 01865 305305
7.30pm, £11 - £14
Town Hall, Oxford, St Aldates; Tel. 01865 249811.
La Cenerentola 20th Anniversary Season
Rossini's version of Cinderella. Sung in Italian.
6.05pm
Garsington Opera , Garsington Manor, Garsington OX44 9DH; Tel. 01865 361636; Fax: 01865 361545.
This year Garsington Opera are offering Fidelio, La Cenerentola and Mirandolina. For reviews of all three of these see here..... read more
G & S Iolanthe Kennington Choir Submit review
Concert performance in costume. Conductor Trevor Cowlett; piano John Oxlade.
Collection for various charities
7.30pm, free.
Kennington Methodist Church Hall, Upper Road, Kennington
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
A Queer Sort Of A Night Dr Barry Presents Submit review
Queer & Trans friendly cabaret night of poetry, burlesque, music & dance
www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=101550101472 / email: lydia.nic@gmail.com
8 til 2, £5 entry
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
The City of Oxford Choir perform Handel
www.cityofoxfordchoir.org.uk / email: publicity@oxfordchoir.org / Tel. 01865 305305
7:30, Tickets £18 and £10
The Sheldonian Theatre
Camerata Collegium Summer Night Outdoor Concerts
Best of Baroque from 11 piece classical combo.
7.30 - 10pm, £12 + £1 booking fee
Oxford Castle, New Road.
Sat 4th Jul — Courses and Workshops Listings
So, You Wanna Be A Rock Star!?
Workshop on all aspects of working in the music industry
http://myspace.com/markcrozer / email: markcrozer@googlemail.com / Tel. 07792 796341
10am-1pm, £30
Rotator Studios
Life Drawing Class Mixed Media Fusion Arts Centre
Fusion Arts Centre 1/2 day session with local artist Dionne Barber
www.fusion-arts.org / email: info@fusion-arts.org / Tel. 01865 245735
10am-1pm £15/ £25 adv x2
Fusion Arts, East Oxford Community Centre, Princes St. ; Email: info@fusion-arts.org; Tel. 01865 245735; Fax: http://www.fusion-arts.org.
Happier Parenting With Eft Changes for Living
A 6 week course examining your feelings on being a parent.
http://changesforliving.co.uk / email: changesforliving@msn.com / Tel. 01865 715 785/0787 907 1290
10-12pm £90
Greater Leys, Oxford
With local artist Francis O'Neill
www.francisoneill.net / email: francis@francisoneill.net / Tel. 07740 779457
£15 10am-1pm or 1-4pm, £25/day
Magdalen Road Studios
Flamenco class for ages 4-7, run by the Camino del Flamenco company.
www.cornerstone-arts.org.uk / email: listings@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
1.45pm-2.30pm. £2.50
Cornerstone, 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE
Flamenco class for ages 8-10, run by the Camino del Flamenco company.
www.cornerstone-arts.org.uk / email: listings@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
2.30pm-3.15pm. £2.50
Cornerstone, 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE
Flamenco class for adults, run by the Camino del Flamenco company.
www.cornerstone-arts.org.uk / email: listings@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
3.15pm-4.00pm. £3.00
Cornerstone, 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE
Capoeira Regional Classes Abolicao Oxford Capoeira Club
Capoeira is an exciting Afro-Brazilian martial art. Adult class.
www.abolicao.co.uk / Tel. 01865 428404
11.30 - 1.00pm, £5 (£7 non-members)
Oxford Brookes University Sports Campus
Capoeira Classes For Kids Abolicao Oxford Capoeira Club
Capoeira is an exciting Afro-Brazilian martial art.
www.abolicao.co.uk / Tel. 01865 428404
9.30-10.30 young kids(5-8)10.30-11.30 older kids (9-14)
Brookes University Sports Hall
Learn in 3 months! Individual attention
email: hiral.t.parikh@gmail.com / Tel. 07846 333630
11am - 2pm
53 Windmill Road, Headington
Learn to Heal Yourself and Others
www.solcentre.co.uk / email: mrdanmeri@googlemail.com / Tel. 01865236058
10.30am- 4.30pm Reiki Level 1 £75
OX2 0NJ
Tea And Death Penalty Oxford City Amnesty group
Oxford City Amnesty group writes letters to end the Death Penalty
http://oxford-amnesty.org.uk / email: michaelamnesty@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 483 490
3pm Free
Friends' Meeting House, 43 St Giles, OX1 3LW; Tel. 01865 557373.
Sat 4th Jul — Exhibition Listings
100 polaroids trace American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe's use of instant photography from 1970 to 1975. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Staged figures from the world of dance and fashion rendered in gold and silver monotones. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Oxfordshire Craft Guild Showcase
Ongoing selling exhibition of new work by Guild members.
www.oxfordshirecraftguild.co.uk
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Figurative oil paintings upstairs in the Tree Lounge. Selling exhibition (until 31 Jul)
www.amyhemingway.com
6pm-1am daily
Baby Simple, 213 Cowley Rd, OX4 1XF; Tel. 01865 202506.
Photographs and manuscripts from John F. Baddeley who became the St. Petersburg correspondent for the Standard (now Evening Standard) after visiting Russia for seven months in 1879.
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Carolyn Drake: Photographs of Central Asia
Photographs from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan by Istanbul-based documentary photographer
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Family drop-in session. Start the summer prepared with your own fan or rainhat.
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
1-4pm
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Oxford turns into Wonderland for the day to celebrate one of the most famous and best-loved children’s books of all time, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/
Various venues all around Oxford
Major exhibition looking at architecture as Mathematical Practice in England from 1500 - 1750 (until 6 Sep)
www.mhs.ox.ac.uk / email: museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
10-5pm, free
Museum of the History of Science , Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street. 12-5 Tue-Fri, 10-5 Sat, 2-5 Sun.; Tel. 01865 277280.
I probably wouldn't have gone to this exhibition if I didn't know one of its organisers, but I'd have missed a treat. This is... read more
My Ashmolean My Museum Ashmolean Museum Submit review
Outdoor photography exhibition by Theo Chalmers. Over forty portraits featuring actors, authors, artists and Oxfordshire residents with objects from the collection. Until 4th October.
www.ashmolean.org / Tel. 01865 278000
12-5pm, free
Ashmolean Museum Forecourt
Treescape and the River Thames
Solo exhibition by Stephen Gray showing eighteen expressive ink paintings.
www.stephengrayart.co.uk / email: mail@stephengrayart.co.uk / Tel. 01235 533370
10am - 6pm
Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot
Visual exhibition featuring the 3-day week, punk, glam rock and disco fever. Try on 70s clothing, check out technological innovations, visit a trendy teenager’s bedroom and sit on a talking sofa. (until 12 July)
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
OBJECTS IN PERFORMANCE Submit review
Installation by artist/curator Gérard Mermoz exchanges the scientific taxonomy of museum displays for a theatrical staging of the objects (ends 4 Oct)
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
see earliest Alice in Wonderland books, Salvador dali illustrations and other treasures.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice
Free 9am - 5pm.
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Alice Treasures And Activities
Alice treasures on display, activity packs and Meet the Mad Hatter at 1.30 (£2)
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice / email: esther@storymuseum.org.uk
12-4 pm. Free museum entry.
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
Something Strange Will Happen Notfamousyet Art Consultancy
Exciting contemporary art show of five emerging German artists with already international reputation (ends 20 Jul)
www.notfamousyet.co.uk / email: info@notfamousyet.co.uk / Tel. 07867900746
12-6pm, free
10 St Clements, Oxford
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
2, 2.45, 3.30, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
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An Artful Craft Bodleian Library
Historic Bookbindings from the Broxbourne Library and other collections
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission Free
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Bound For Success Bodleian Library
Designer Bookbinders International Competition 2009
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Proscholium, Bodleian Library
Stunning photographs by local landscape photographer Sarah Howard - features local scenes and Europe. Free admission
11am-4pm
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Art work by pupils and guests artists (including Richard Wentworth).
www.mcsoxford.org / Tel. 01865253404
11am-4pm, free
Magdalen College School (Art Department), Cowley Place
Canal & Floral Art Show Michele Field
Artist known for her canal paintings & vibrant floral canvases.
www.britishartists.co.uk/michele_field / Tel. 01235 771447
10am to 5pm daily
NATIONAL WATERWAYS MUSEUM, Stoke Bruerne,Towcester, Northampton NN12 7SE
Roddy Mccoll - Photography Roddy McColl
Contemporary photographs of Port Meadow and Oxford at The Perch. http://www.the-perch.co.uk/ or
www.roddymccoll.com / email: enquiries@roddymccoll.com / Tel. 01865 515120
Midday - 11pm
The Perch, Binsey Lane; Tel. 240386.
The Stylish Style - Between Renaissance & Baroque Submit review
Fine drawings from mid 16th Century, from Christ Church's own collection. Until 4th October. (Closed 29th July for maintenance.)
www.chch.ox.ac.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=828&Itemid=647
Christ Church Picture Gallery , Christ Church (entrance via Canterbury Gate / Oriel Square) Open: 1 Oct - 30 Apr: Mon-Sat, 10.30-1pm & 2-4.30pm; Sun, 2-4.30pm. 1 May - 30 Sep: Mon-Sat, 10.30-5pm; Sun, 2-5pm. £3/£2; Tel. 01865 276172.
Margie Mccregor Watercolour Ex
Enjoy viewing a selection of delightful watercolours
www.vickershotel.co.uk / Tel. 01993 811212
Vickers Hotel & Restaurant, Woodstock.
European Artist Exhange Partnership with MAO and OVADA
6 European and 6 Oxford Artists work on Land Art Residency at Oxford University, Harcourt Arboretum.
www.artinthearboretum.org / email: diana@dianabell.co.uk / Tel. 01865 730110
10 - 5 pm, £3
Harcourt Arboretum, Nuneham Courtenay; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. c/o 286690.
Rachel Ducker Exhibition Waterperry Gardens Ltd
An exhibition of wire figures ranging from life-size to a few cms high. Inside and outside the gallery
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk / email: gallery@waterperrygardens.co.uk / Tel. 01844 338085
10am - 5:30pm, every day, free
The Gallery at Waterperry
Photography By Hanuszik Zsolt. Opening Reception Sunday 5th July 7:30pm
www.thejamfactoryoxford.com / email: info@aarght.co.uk / Tel. 01865244613
10am-11pm, free
The Jam Factory , 27 Park End Street, OX1 1HU. Open Mon - Fri 8am - 11pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 11pm; Email: contact@thejamfactoryoxford.com; Tel. 01865 244613.
Exhibition Tour Modern Art Oxford
Sylvia Wolf, Dir. Henry Art Gallery, University of Washington and Curator of Polaroids: Mapplethorpe
www.modernartoxford.org.uk / email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
3pm, free, just turn up
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Workshop Making Mangle Music Modern Art Oxford
Instrument invention with artist Sarah Kenchington, for 8-12 year olds.
www.modernartoxford.org.uk / email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 813827 (bookings)
11am-1pm, £5 (concs. available)
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Sat 4th Jul — Family Events Listings
Horrible Histories: The Frightful First World War
Historical figures and events come alive on stage. £10.50 - £14.50.
2.30pm. £10.50-£14.50
New Theatre, Oxford , George Street; Tel. 0844 8471585.
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Horrible Histories: The Woeful Second World War
Historical figures and events come alive on stage. £10.50 - £14.50. If you were an evacuee or part of a host family see this show free, by contacting Diana by phone or email.
email: Diana.hackett@livenation.co.uk / Tel. 01865 320775
7pm
New Theatre, Oxford , George Street; Tel. 0844 8471585.
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Capoeira For Tots And Kids Abolicao Oxford Capoeira
Brazilian martial art + dance, acrobatics and music. For tots + kids!
http://abolicao.co.uk / email: suzetteyoungs@hotmail.com / Tel. 01865-428404
9.30-10.30am
Brookes University sports department, Cheney Lane
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
9.15am-10.15am. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
For children who can swim five metres on their front and back, Cygnets will continue to improve their swimming ability and stroke technique
Tel. 01865 467124
7.45am-8.30am and 8.30am-9.15am. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Family drop-in session. Start the summer prepared with your own fan or rainhat.
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
1-4pm
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Oxford turns into Wonderland for the day to celebrate one of the most famous and best-loved children’s books of all time, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/
Various venues all around Oxford
Visit the Garden on Alice’s Day to find lots of fun activities, stories and live music inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Remember to bring a picnic!
1-4pm. Free with entry to Garden
University of Oxford Botanic Garden , Rose Lane, OX1 4AZ; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 286690.
Bus Museum & Morris Motors Exp Oxford Bus Museum
Children's Play Area and Cafe. Special events see website. Open Wednesdays and weekends.
www.oxfordbusmuseum.org.uk / Tel. 01993883617
10.30am - 4.30pm Adults £4, Children £2, Family £9, Sen/Disabled £3
Oxford Bus Museum, Station Yard, Long Hanborough, OX29 8LA
Free Children's games and storytelling for Alice's day.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice / email: esther@storymuseum.org.uk
Free family fun from 10am.
Museum of Natural History , Parks Road .Open 12noon-5pm daily.; Tel. 272970; Fax: 272950.
Get creative with local artist Kate Lockhart and Modern Art Oxford
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice / email: esther@storymuseum.org.uk
Free family fun from 10am.
Borders Bookshop , 9 Magdalen St.; Tel. 203901.
A special-Alice themed day with fun for everyone.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice / email: esther@storymuseum.org.uk
10 am - 6pm FREE
Blackwells Bookshop, 48-51,Broad St, Oxford OX1 3BQ; Tel. 792792; Fax: 794143.
trail and drop-in activities inspired by shrinking and growing for 5+
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice / email: esther@storymuseum.org.uk
11-3pm free
Museum of the History of Science , Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street. 12-5 Tue-Fri, 10-5 Sat, 2-5 Sun.; Tel. 01865 277280.
Walk through Tom Quad to see the dining hall's Alice connections.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice / email: esther@storymuseum.org.uk
10-4pm free with Alice Guide.
Christ Church College, St Aldate's.
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
2, 2.45, 3.30, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
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Capoeira Classes For Kids Abolicao Oxford Capoeira Club
Capoeira is an exciting Afro-Brazilian martial art.
www.abolicao.co.uk / Tel. 01865 428404
9.30-10.30 young kids(5-8)10.30-11.30 older kids (9-14)
Brookes University Sports Hall
Music Dancing Bald Eagle, Husky Dogs, Punch & Judy, Indian Exhibition
www.sulgravemanor.org.uk / email: enquiries@sulgravemanor.org.uk
11-4 Ad. £7.50. Family £20
Sulgrave Manor
Cricket - 1st Xi V Ows Magdalen College School
Cricket match between current and past pupils of MCS
www.mcsoxford.org / Tel. 01865253404
11.30am, free
Magdalen College School Grounds, Cowley Place / Access Magdalen Bridge.
Henley Regatta Fireworks Blueberry Business
Fireworks light up the banks of the Thames in Henley
www.henleyregattafireworks.co.uk/ / email: info@blueberrybusiness.co.uk / Tel. 01235 850050
Free
Henley on Thames
Alice's Day With the Mad Hatter Storypods Audiobooks
The Mad Hatter entertains, assisted by the White Rabbit.
www.storypods.co.uk / email: mail@oxfordstorypods.com / Tel. 001865 556083 or 07786 885956
1.30pm, £2
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
Guided Family Bike Rides! GO Active
Safe, fun rides on quiet roads & scenic trails - kids 9+ welcome
www.getoxfordshireactive.org / email: aclare@oxford.gov.uk / Tel. 07833 400899
Saturdays @ 10.30am, £1 per adult, kids ride free!
Oxford Cycle Workshop Training Centre, Glanville Rd, Cowley
Mad Hatter Fun Storypods Audiobooks
Alice stories, mad games and nonsense rhymes with the Mad Hatter.
www.storypods.co.uk / email: mail@oxfordstorypods.com / Tel. 07786 885956
1.30pm, N/A
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
The Grinning Cheshire Cat Workshop for ages 9+
Story-writing workshop inspired by cameras, microscopes and more...
www.mhs.ox.ac.uk / email: museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
2-4pm, free, booking required
Museum of the History of Science , Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street. 12-5 Tue-Fri, 10-5 Sat, 2-5 Sun.; Tel. 01865 277280.
Alice's Treasure Hunt Family Friendly Drop-In
Can you find the clues that Alice has hidden around the museum?
www.mhs.ox.ac.uk / email: museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
11am - 4pm, Admission Free!
Museum of the History of Science , Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street. 12-5 Tue-Fri, 10-5 Sat, 2-5 Sun.; Tel. 01865 277280.
Workshop Making Mangle Music Modern Art Oxford
Instrument invention with artist Sarah Kenchington, for 8-12 year olds.
www.modernartoxford.org.uk / email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 813827 (bookings)
11am-1pm, £5 (concs. available)
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Sat 4th Jul — Festivals, Fairs and Markets Listings
East Oxford Farmers' & Community Market
Fresh local produce (mostly organic), crafts, eco-friendly groceries, café. Check website for stallholders each week
www.eastoxfordmarket.org.uk / email: eastoxfordmarket@gmail.com / Tel. 05600 940465
10am-1pm
East Oxford Primary School, Union St (behind Tesco)
Fantastic, reasonably priced Indian food + great stalls (including one where you can refill your Ecover washing up liquid). Friendly... read more
A variety of stalls featuring arts and crafts, antiques, flowers, antiquarian books, food and much more. Accompanied by a selection of local musicians showcasing their talents on site.
10am-4pm
Oxford Castle, New Road.
Oxford turns into Wonderland for the day to celebrate one of the most famous and best-loved children’s books of all time, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/
Various venues all around Oxford
The North Wall Festival The North Wall Arts Centre
Some of the country’s finest performers of comedy, drama and music.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
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Family fun carnival acts, with crafts & speciality food stalls
www.eynshamcarnival.com
12-6pm, £5 (£2)
Eynsham Village playing fields
Wonderland Festivities For All
A mad hatter's tea party from midday & White Rabbit Theatre at 7.30pm
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice / email: esther@storymuseum.org.uk
From midday. Free.
The Perch, Binsey Lane; Tel. 240386.
Barbecue & Family Fun Evening Parish of Kidlington
Games for all ages, barbecue, bar, music, tombola, raffle
email: margaret.day12@btinternet.com / Tel. 01865 375916
5.30-8.00p.m.; £3, £5, £15
Church End, 104 Church Street, Kidlington, OX5 2BB
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The Mad Hatter's Tale Storypods Audiobooks
Storypods' Mad Hatter entertains with jolly rhymes and songs.
www.storypods.co.uk / email: mail@oxfordstorypods.com / Tel. 01865 556083 or 07786 885956
1.30pm, £2.00
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
mask making, barbecue, stalls, music and children's entertainment!
12 till 3
St Barnabas Primary School, Hart Street, Jericho
A few of us are holding a garage sale on our lawn. Tea and cakes.
email: ellettfamily@btinternet.com / Tel. 01865 301143
10am till 4pm
Yew Tree Cottage, Northmoor, Nr Standlake, OX29 5SX
Wonderful French Fare brought to you.
Gloucester Green, Between Beaumont St, George St and Walton St.
Sat 4th Jul — Gardens Listings
A relaxing classical concert in our outdoor amphitheatre
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk / email: office@waterperrygardens.co.uk / Tel. 01844 339226
6pm. A £15. C £12.
Waterperry Gardens , Nr. Wheatley, Oxon. OX33 1JZ. Open: April-Oct 10-5.30; Nov-Mar 10-5; Tel. 01844 339254.
Visit the Garden on Alice’s Day to find lots of fun activities, stories and live music inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Remember to bring a picnic!
1-4pm. Free with entry to Garden
University of Oxford Botanic Garden , Rose Lane, OX1 4AZ; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 286690.
Help build a traditional outdoor Indian oven - refreshments available.
11am - 5pm free - BYO lunch
Barracks Lane Community Garden , Barracks Lane, off Glanville Road, Oxford; Email: barrackslanegarden@yahoo.co.uk; Tel. 01865 249450.
Sat 4th Jul — Gig Listings
A local showcase of singer/songwriter talent
http://myspace.com/squeezeboxford / Tel. 07793 064993
8pm, £3 door
The Brewery Gate, St Thomas' Street
Dub, Reggae, Ska and Dancehall with Zappa, Spanners & guests
Tel. 01865202804
9pm-12.30am
The All New James Street Tavern, 47-48 James Street, OX4 1EU
Live music
8.30pm till late
Lord Nuffield Club , William Morris Close, off Barracks Lane, Temple Cowley OX4 2JX; Email: info@lnsc.co.uk ; Tel. 01865 332060.
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A Queer Sort Of A Night Dr Barry Presents Submit review
Queer & Trans friendly cabaret night of poetry, burlesque, music & dance
www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=101550101472 / email: lydia.nic@gmail.com
8 til 2, £5 entry
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Collisions and Consequences, Ute, Barbare11a
Indie rockers
8pm £5
The Wheatsheaf, Wheatsheaf Alley, 129 High Street, OX1 4DF; Tel. 01865 721156.
Tom Hewson, Barbare11a, Beaver Fuel
Cellar Bar , Frewin Court, off Cornmarket; Tel. 01865 244761.
Chief, Motion In Colour, Vixens, Aspen Sails YMD Presents
8pm £5
Jericho Tavern , 56 Walton St.; Tel. 311775.
8pm. Free entry
The Red Lion, Old Marston Road, Old Marston
Sat 4th Jul — Lectures, Seminars and Conferences Listings
Conference: The Global Lincoln
Papers delivered by leading intellectuals and public figures will examine the meanings which individuals and groups drew from Abraham Lincoln.
www.rai.ox.ac.uk/lincoln
£210 (includes accommodation)
Rothermere American Institute , 1a South Parks Road; Email: enquiries@rai.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 282710.
Lewis Carroll Society talks: Alice's Story, Dodgson & Darwin, Alice Actresses...
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice / email: esther@storymuseum.org.uk
10-1pm free
Museum of Natural History , Parks Road .Open 12noon-5pm daily.; Tel. 272970; Fax: 272950.
Talk on Lewis Carroll, the history of Binsey Church and the Treacle Well.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice / email: esther@storymuseum.org.uk
5pm Free
Binsey Church, Binsey
Sat 4th Jul — Meeting Listings
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
2, 2.45, 3.30, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
Tea And Death Penalty Oxford City Amnesty group
Oxford City Amnesty group writes letters to end the Death Penalty
http://oxford-amnesty.org.uk / email: michaelamnesty@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 483 490
3pm Free
Friends' Meeting House, 43 St Giles, OX1 3LW; Tel. 01865 557373.
Sat 4th Jul — Music and Dance Listings
Flair Dance Studio Learn to dance like the stars!
Freestyle & Street dance classes for children 4yrs + in & around Oxfordshire
www.flairdancestudio.co.uk / email: kellypoulter@btinternet.com / Tel. 01993 813373
10:30am ( Cowley under 8s), £4
Abingdon, Bicester, Cowley, Witney & Woodstock - see website for info
Shake what your mama gave you. Any age, all welcome!
www.zumbafitnessoxford.com / email: salsahips1@yahoo.couk / Tel. 07776430343
4pm, £4.80
Bartholomew Sports Hall, Clover Place, Eynsham
A variety of stalls featuring arts and crafts, antiques, flowers, antiquarian books, food and much more. Accompanied by a selection of local musicians showcasing their talents on site.
10am-4pm
Oxford Castle, New Road.
Street Dance Classes In Oxford Creation Dance
Urban Groovz is a fun adult beginners Hip Hop class in Oxford city centre
www.creationdance.co.uk / email: bookings@creationdance.co.uk / Tel. 0870 140 3234
2pm - 3pm
OFS Studio , 40 George Street, OX1 2AQ; Tel. 0844 847 2360.
So, You Wanna Be A Rock Star!?
Workshop on all aspects of working in the music industry
http://myspace.com/markcrozer / email: markcrozer@googlemail.com / Tel. 07792 796341
10am-1pm, £30
Rotator Studios
Camino Del Flamenco Cornerstone
The colour, beauty, and passion of Flamenco dance. Optional workshop extra.
www.cornerstone-arts.org.uk / email: cornerstone@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
7.30pm; Prices: Ask box office
Cornerstone, 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE
50th Anniversary Ceilidh Icknield Way Morris Men
Barn dance with the Woodpecker Band & Mike Courthold
www.whitehorseceilidhs.org.uk / email: info@whitehorseceilidhs.org.uk / Tel. 07855 548512
8.00pm, £8 adults, £4 u16s
Old Mill Hall, Grove, Wantage OX12 7LB
Intermediate/Advanced Ballet Classes Expression
ISTD intermediate & advanced ballet, newcomers welcome, experienced & qualified teachers
www.expressiondance.co.uk / email: info@expressiondance.co.uk / Tel. 07956231155
Intermediate 9:30-10:30am - £7, Advanced 10:30am-12pm - £10
Botley
Learn the basics of bellydance with this 5 week course - suitable for beginners
email: annabelcoles@gmail.com
8.30 - 9.30pm, £25 for 5 weeks
St Albans Hall, Charles St
Buena Vista Cuban Salsa Night! Cubanisimo
Cuban salsa evening with classes, performance and dancing until 2 a.m.
http://cubanisimo.wikispaces.com/ / email: info@cubanisimo.co.uk / Tel. 07715840675
8pm-2am £10 £8 adv class 8.30
Lord Nuffield Club , William Morris Close, off Barracks Lane, Temple Cowley OX4 2JX; Email: info@lnsc.co.uk ; Tel. 01865 332060.
Sat 4th Jul — Sports and Fitness Listings
New Players Welcome at Wootton & Boars Hill Cricket Club.
email: jstudds@wiley.com
Wootton, Oxon
Women's Football Headington Athletic WFC
PLAYERS WANTED!!
www.freewebs.com/headingtonathleticwfc / email: womensfootball@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07727277080
7.30-9pm
City Centre
Capoeira For Tots And Kids Abolicao Oxford Capoeira
Brazilian martial art + dance, acrobatics and music. For tots + kids!
http://abolicao.co.uk / email: suzetteyoungs@hotmail.com / Tel. 01865-428404
9.30-10.30am
Brookes University sports department, Cheney Lane
Capoeira Class For Older Kids Abolicao Oxford Capoeira
Brazilian Capoeira martial art class for kids 8 - 15 years...great 4 confidence!
http://abolicao.co.uk / email: suzetteyoungs@hotmail.com / Tel. 01865-428404
10.30 - 11.30am
Brookes University sports dept., Cheney Lane
Shake what your mama gave you. Any age, all welcome!
www.zumbafitnessoxford.com / email: salsahips1@yahoo.couk / Tel. 07776430343
4pm, £4.80
Bartholomew Sports Hall, Clover Place, Eynsham
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
9.15am-10.15am. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
For children who can swim five metres on their front and back, Cygnets will continue to improve their swimming ability and stroke technique
Tel. 01865 467124
7.45am-8.30am and 8.30am-9.15am. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Short Bike Rides For Women Isis Cyclists CTC
Bike rides for women of all ages and abilities (5-10 miles & 15-20 miles). FIRST & THIRD Saturday of each month, plus the occasional other Sat - CHECK WEBSITE FOR DATE BEFORE TRAVELLING!
http://isiscyclistsctc.wordpress.com / email: isiscyclistsctc@googlemail.com / Tel. 07825840317
Free
Various starting points in Oxford
Aikido-Te is a truly effective combat style that manipulates opponents' energy.
www.bushido-oxford.com / email: instructor@bushido-oxford.com / Tel. 07971 854579
Call to arrange free lesson!
Mill Street Dojo
Lil' Dragons Age 4 - 6 Yrs OSTMA
Teaches students how to respect their bodies, kick out calories, learn key skills.
www.oxfordstma.co.uk / email: oxfordstma@hotmail.com / Tel. 07790 607037
9am till 9.30am
Hinksey Park, Off Abingdon Road (Lake Street).
Adult Martial Arts Class 16+ OSTMA
Helps develop fitness, flexibility, confidence and self defence.
www.oxfordstma.co.uk / email: oxfordstma@hotmail.com / Tel. 07790 607037
10.30 - 11.30am
Hinksey Park, Off Abingdon Road (Lake Street).
Pilates Studio In Abingdon Pilates & Physiotherapy Centre
Pilates Equipment Classes,Individual/Remedial classes, Matwork, Sports Massage
www.oxfordpilates.co.uk / email: helenabradwell.pilates@ntlworld.com / Tel. 01235 555395/0774 789 5984
Contact reception for details
Coxeter House, Abingdon, OX14 5TS
Capoeira Classes For Kids Abolicao Oxford Capoeira Club
Capoeira is an exciting Afro-Brazilian martial art.
www.abolicao.co.uk / Tel. 01865 428404
9.30-10.30 young kids(5-8)10.30-11.30 older kids (9-14)
Brookes University Sports Hall
Cricket - 1st Xi V Ows Magdalen College School
Cricket match between current and past pupils of MCS
www.mcsoxford.org / Tel. 01865253404
11.30am, free
Magdalen College School Grounds, Cowley Place / Access Magdalen Bridge.
Gentle walking exercise for female carers & their children
2pm
East Oxford Children's Centre, The Union, Collins Street, OX41EE
Women's Only Gym with Creche East Oxford Children's Centre
Gym 1-2pm, Badminton 2-3pm. Creche 1-3pm. Booking required (tel)
Tel. 01865 248729
1-3pm. £2 per session (members), £3.50 (non members). Creche £1 per child per hour (members) £2.50 (non members)
East Oxford Games Hall, Collins Street
Pay as you go spinning class @ The Oxford Spin and Fitness studio
www.oxfordspinandfitness.co.uk / email: lisanaish@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07523 051541
9.30-10.15am, £5
Garsington Rd, OX4 4NQ
Sat 4th Jul — Theatre Listings
La Cenerentola 20th Anniversary Season
Rossini's version of Cinderella. Sung in Italian.
6.05pm
Garsington Opera , Garsington Manor, Garsington OX44 9DH; Tel. 01865 361636; Fax: 01865 361545.
This year Garsington Opera are offering Fidelio, La Cenerentola and Mirandolina. For reviews of all three of these see here..... read more
Horrible Histories: The Frightful First World War
Historical figures and events come alive on stage. £10.50 - £14.50.
2.30pm. £10.50-£14.50
New Theatre, Oxford , George Street; Tel. 0844 8471585.
Stuck inside because of a thunder storm, 12 year-old Angelica picks up an old history book on the First World War. Bored with... read more
Horrible Histories: The Woeful Second World War
Historical figures and events come alive on stage. £10.50 - £14.50. If you were an evacuee or part of a host family see this show free, by contacting Diana by phone or email.
email: Diana.hackett@livenation.co.uk / Tel. 01865 320775
7pm
New Theatre, Oxford , George Street; Tel. 0844 8471585.
Stuck inside because of a thunder storm, 12 year-old Angelica picks up an old history book on the First World War. Bored with... read more
A Fistful Of Mondays Balancing Act Presents
Romantic comedy set in Walbeswick Sports and Social Club following the fortunes and romances of the Monday Night All Star Linedancing Club.
7.30pm. £12, £10 concs
OFS Studio , 40 George Street, OX1 2AQ; Tel. 0844 847 2360.
A Fistful of Mondays is very well scripted and choreographed with an excellent choice of casting, in particular Barry the... read more
Is Everyone Okay? The North Wall Festival
A collaboration between playwright Joel Horwood and new writing company Nabokov.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
7.30pm, £10 (concessions £6)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Dancing In My Dreams Oxfordshire Theatre Company
A musical play inspired by the many children whose lives were changed forever by wartime Britain
Tel. 01865 820775
7.30pm
Southmoor Village Hall, Draycot Road, Southmoor, OX13 5BY
This excellent musical play tells the story of Kathleen O’Neill, evacuated with her sister Christina from the East End of London... read more
All-star Agatha Christie drama. Clarissa persuades her houseguests to help her hide a dead body, before her Foreign Office husband returns. But is the corpse really unknown to all of them? £11 - £24
2.30 & 7.30pm
Oxford Playhouse , Beaumont Street. From 16th Feb 09 free tickets are available for under 26's for some performances. Apply in advance, for Tues or Wed evening or Sat matinee performances and selected shows at the BT. See website for details.; Tel. 305305; Fax: 793748.
Like ham sandwiches, wet summers and strawberries at Wimbledon, Agatha Christie is synonymous with Englishness. There is rarely... read more
Romeo & Juliet Oxford Shakespeare Company
Directed by Guy Retallack, musical director Paul Kissaun. Suitable for all ages.
www.oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / email: info@oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / Tel. 0870 6092231 / 01865 305305
7:30pm. £20. Students: £15/£10. Under 12s £8 Under 5s Free
Wadham College Gardens.
I saw Romeo and Juliet at a preview performance on Saturday evening, 27th July, and was stunned. The heavens opened after a beautiful... read more
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
2, 2.45, 3.30, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
Rhinoceros Submit review
Enthusiastic performance of Ionesco's absurdist classic
www.mcsoxford.org / Tel. 01865253404
4pm, adult £5/conc £3
Magdalen College School (Big School), Cowley Place
Dracula Submit review
Musical melodrama
www.mcsoxford.org / Tel. 01865253404
12noon. Adult £5/conc £3
Magdalen College School (Big School), Cowley Place
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
A Queer Sort Of A Night Dr Barry Presents Submit review
Queer & Trans friendly cabaret night of poetry, burlesque, music & dance
www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=101550101472 / email: lydia.nic@gmail.com
8 til 2, £5 entry
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Sun 5th Jul
Odeon George Street (0871 2244 007) — Sun 5th Jul
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong. Subtitled, Fri 12.30, Sat 5.45, Tue 3.00, Thu 8.15pm
3.00, 5.45, 8.15pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
More exhibits come alive.
12.15pm
Disappointing. It serves me right for going to see a movie whose creators were so lazy that they just called it No 2... read more
Another installment of destruction and time travel.
11.40pm
It's Transformers for grown-ups.... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
11.30am, 2.30, 5.15, 8.00pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
10.45am, 1.00, 3.30, 6.00, 8.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs! Subtitled Sun 6.45, Mon 2.00, Wed 4.30
11.45am, 2.00, 4.30, 6.45pm
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events.
11.00am, 1.30, 4.00, 6.30, 9.00pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.00, 3.15, 7.00, 8.45pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Odeon Magdalen Street (0871 2244 007) — Sun 5th Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
2.00, 5.15, 8.30pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
1.30, 4.45, 8.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Phoenix Picture House (0870 758 3218) — Sun 5th Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
3.15, 6.00, 8.45pm
Two sisters start a business cleaning up crime scenes.
2.00, 6.30pm
I both envy and pity the filmmaker charged with casting a fictional family for a movie. As well as the usual dictates of chemistry... read more
Two footballing brothers struggle with fame & fortune. Spanish with subtitles.
4.15, 9.00pm
Rudo and Cursi is the tale of two Mexican brothers – Beto (aka Rudo), who has dreams of becoming a professional footballer... read more
St Columba's Hall — Sun 5th Jul
Ultimate Picture Palace (245288) — Sun 5th Jul
The Hide [15] Submit review
Well crafted slow-boiling thriller. With birdwatching.
6.00pm
Meryl Streep in film version of the famous musical.
3.30pm
I never really even liked ABBA! - too chocolate- boxy for my taste but this film has opened me up to their music. Just loved it... read more
Compelling French thriller.
8.30pm
When a young woman (Diane Kruger) is arrested for murder all the evidence points to her. For three years her devoted husband,... read more
Vue Cinema (08712 240 240) — Sun 5th Jul
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.50, 2.20, 4.20 5.40, 7.45 (18+ only), 9.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events. Subtitled Tue 7.30pm.
11.00am, 5.10, 7.30, 9.45pm
Another installment of destruction and time travel.
9.15pm
It's Transformers for grown-ups.... read more
More exhibits come alive.
9.40am, 12 noon
Disappointing. It serves me right for going to see a movie whose creators were so lazy that they just called it No 2... read more
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong.
9.35, 11.45am, 2.10, 4.40, 7.10, 9.30pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
10.10am, 12.40, 3.20, 6.00, 8.45pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs!
9.30, 11.30, 11.55am, 2.00, 2.30, 4.30, 7.00pm
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One. Subtitled Sun: 1.50pm.
10.45am, 1.50, 5.15, 8.30pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
10.00am, 12.30, 3.00, 5.30, 8.00pm
Khambakht Ishq [tbc] Submit review
Bollywood special - Akshay Kumar & Kareena Kapoor.
1.15, 4.45, 8.15pm
Canine actor believes his super powers are real.
10.30am
We have just seen this film and both thought it a complete joy!!! How lovely, total escapism. What could be better?... read more
Sun 5th Jul — Concert Listings
Mirandolina 20th Anniversary Season
Martinů's comic tale about an innkeeper and her suitors. British premiere of new English edition by Jeremy Sams.
6.30pm
Garsington Opera , Garsington Manor, Garsington OX44 9DH; Tel. 01865 361636; Fax: 01865 361545.
This year Garsington Opera are offering Fidelio, La Cenerentola and Mirandolina. For reviews of all three of these see here..... read more
Music For Strings LMS String Orchestra
Concert in aid of The Abingdon Bridge
email: robert.steadman@ladymanners.derbyshire.sch.uk
7pm, £5 on the door
Botley Baptist Church Hall, Near Budgen's, Botley .
Jack Gibbons plays Beethoven Jack Gibbons Summer Concerts 2009
Moonlight, Pathétique & Appassionata Sonatas
www.jackgibbons.com/oxfordconcerts.htm / Tel. 01865 305305
8pm, £15 from website, £55 for all 11 concerts
Holywell Music Room, Holywell Street.
If you haven't heard Jack Gibbons play Gershwin, you really should*. He's amazing. Three reasons: firstly, the electrifying vivacity... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Prom at the Regal East Oxford Orchestra
Tchaikovsky, 1812; Lalo, Cello Concerto; soloist Jacqueline Johnson
email: melhouldershaw@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07966015562
5pm, tickets £7 under 12s free
The Regal , 300 Cowley Road (corner of Magdalen Road), OX4 1US; Tel. 01865 241261.
Contemporary Classical And All That Jazz The Oxford Players
John Tavener Samaveda, Steve Reich Piece for Four Players, Claude Bolling First Jazz Suite, Thea Musgrave Primavera
5pm. £12, students £9, children £3
Jacqueline du Pré Music Building , St. Hilda's College, Cowley Place; Email: jdp@st-hildas.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 276821; Fax: 286674.
My Heart's A Flutter Charivari Agreable Music by Candlelight Submit review
Sublimely beautiful vocal chamber music of gentle passion. Handel: Cantata ‘Mi palpita il cor’ & other Cantatas and Arias
www.charivari.co.uk / email: festival@charivari.co.uk / Tel. 01865-305305 / Group bookings 01865-751928
8pm, £14 (OAP £13; students £10), 15% discount on groups of 10+
Exeter College Chapel , Turl St.
Charity Classic Concert In aid of The Abingdon Bridge
Lady Manners School string orchestra raise funds for local charity
email: anna.tabcentre@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07748170466
7pm, £5 on the door
Botley Baptist Church Hall, Near Budgen's, Botley .
Sun 5th Jul — Courses and Workshops Listings
Mandarin And Cantonese Classes Oxford Chinese School
All levels from beginners to GCSE and AL. Beginners welcome.
http://oxfordchineseschool.org/ / Tel. 07880 985 228
12:00-2:20pm
Oxford School. Glanville Road, Cowley, OX4 2AU.
With local artist Francis O'Neill.
www.francisoneill.net / email: francis@francisoneill.net / Tel. 07740 779457
7-9pm / £10 per class or 8 classes £65
Magdalen Road Studios
A six-week poetry writing workshop taught by a published poet.
email: rachelluna@aol.com / Tel. 07747105872
Sundays 6:30-8:30 pm
Teacher's Home
Foundations Of Relaxation Relax - red filbert
3 wk course: develop your relaxation skills, feel calmer, be healthier
www.redfilbert.com / email: info@effectivevision.co.uk / Tel. 07956 360316
4-6pm, £67
North Oxford Association, Diamond Place, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7DP.
We will be producing large “masterpieces” to celebrate Alice’s Day.
www.botanic-garden.ox.ac.uk / email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 343501
1-4pm, free with entry (£3)
Harcourt Arboretum, Nuneham Courtenay; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. c/o 286690.
Oxford Circus School Launch Eclipse Arts
Performances, workshops, playing and laughter on Circus Street (OX4 1JR). Clowns, costumes, juggling and acrobatics. Tight-rope, fire-spinners and belly dancing. Part of the Cowley Road fringe carnival. Helpers also very welcome.
www.oxfordcircusschool.co.uk / email: circus@gmx.com / Tel. 07770568311
12pm-6pm
Circus Street, near the bottom of the Cowley Road.
Learn in 3 months! Individual attention
email: hiral.t.parikh@gmail.com / Tel. 07846 333630
11am - 2pm
53 Windmill Road, Headington
Sun 5th Jul — Exhibition Listings
100 polaroids trace American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe's use of instant photography from 1970 to 1975. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Staged figures from the world of dance and fashion rendered in gold and silver monotones. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Oxfordshire Craft Guild Showcase
Ongoing selling exhibition of new work by Guild members.
www.oxfordshirecraftguild.co.uk
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Figurative oil paintings upstairs in the Tree Lounge. Selling exhibition (until 31 Jul)
www.amyhemingway.com
6pm-1am daily
Baby Simple, 213 Cowley Rd, OX4 1XF; Tel. 01865 202506.
Photographs and manuscripts from John F. Baddeley who became the St. Petersburg correspondent for the Standard (now Evening Standard) after visiting Russia for seven months in 1879.
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Carolyn Drake: Photographs of Central Asia
Photographs from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan by Istanbul-based documentary photographer
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Major exhibition looking at architecture as Mathematical Practice in England from 1500 - 1750 (until 6 Sep)
www.mhs.ox.ac.uk / email: museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
2-5pm, free
Museum of the History of Science , Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street. 12-5 Tue-Fri, 10-5 Sat, 2-5 Sun.; Tel. 01865 277280.
I probably wouldn't have gone to this exhibition if I didn't know one of its organisers, but I'd have missed a treat. This is... read more
Project Timescape Northmoor Trust
Skeletons, artefacts & climate change. See website for special events.
www.northmoortrust.co.uk / email: admin@northmoortrust.co.uk / Tel. 01865 407792
Free. Open Sundays 10am-5pm
Hill Farm, Little Wittenham , Abingdon, OX14 4QZ; Email: admin@northmoortrust.co.uk; Tel. 01865 407792.
My Ashmolean My Museum Ashmolean Museum Submit review
Outdoor photography exhibition by Theo Chalmers. Over forty portraits featuring actors, authors, artists and Oxfordshire residents with objects from the collection. Until 4th October.
www.ashmolean.org / Tel. 01865 278000
12-5pm, free
Ashmolean Museum Forecourt
Treescape and the River Thames
Solo exhibition by Stephen Gray showing eighteen expressive ink paintings.
www.stephengrayart.co.uk / email: mail@stephengrayart.co.uk / Tel. 01235 533370
11am - 4pm
Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot
Visual exhibition featuring the 3-day week, punk, glam rock and disco fever. Try on 70s clothing, check out technological innovations, visit a trendy teenager’s bedroom and sit on a talking sofa. (until 12 July)
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
OBJECTS IN PERFORMANCE Submit review
Installation by artist/curator Gérard Mermoz exchanges the scientific taxonomy of museum displays for a theatrical staging of the objects (ends 4 Oct)
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
see earliest Alice in Wonderland books, Salvador dali illustrations and other treasures.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice
Free 9am - 5pm.
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
2, 2.45, 3.30, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
Stunning photographs by local landscape photographer Sarah Howard - features local scenes and Europe. Free admission
11am-4pm
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Canal & Floral Art Show Michele Field
Artist known for her canal paintings & vibrant floral canvases.
www.britishartists.co.uk/michele_field / Tel. 01235 771447
10am to 5pm daily
NATIONAL WATERWAYS MUSEUM, Stoke Bruerne,Towcester, Northampton NN12 7SE
Roddy Mccoll - Photography Roddy McColl
Contemporary photographs of Port Meadow and Oxford at The Perch. http://www.the-perch.co.uk/ or
www.roddymccoll.com / email: enquiries@roddymccoll.com / Tel. 01865 515120
Midday - 11pm
The Perch, Binsey Lane; Tel. 240386.
The Stylish Style - Between Renaissance & Baroque Submit review
Fine drawings from mid 16th Century, from Christ Church's own collection. Until 4th October. (Closed 29th July for maintenance.)
www.chch.ox.ac.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=828&Itemid=647
Christ Church Picture Gallery , Christ Church (entrance via Canterbury Gate / Oriel Square) Open: 1 Oct - 30 Apr: Mon-Sat, 10.30-1pm & 2-4.30pm; Sun, 2-4.30pm. 1 May - 30 Sep: Mon-Sat, 10.30-5pm; Sun, 2-5pm. £3/£2; Tel. 01865 276172.
European Artist Exhange Partnership with MAO and OVADA
6 European and 6 Oxford Artists work on Land Art Residency at Oxford University, Harcourt Arboretum.
www.artinthearboretum.org / email: diana@dianabell.co.uk / Tel. 01865 730110
10 - 5 pm, £3
Harcourt Arboretum, Nuneham Courtenay; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. c/o 286690.
Rachel Ducker Exhibition Waterperry Gardens Ltd
An exhibition of wire figures ranging from life-size to a few cms high. Inside and outside the gallery
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk / email: gallery@waterperrygardens.co.uk / Tel. 01844 338085
10am - 5:30pm, every day, free
The Gallery at Waterperry
Photography By Hanuszik Zsolt. Opening Reception Sunday 5th July 7:30pm
www.thejamfactoryoxford.com / email: info@aarght.co.uk / Tel. 01865244613
10am-11pm, free
The Jam Factory , 27 Park End Street, OX1 1HU. Open Mon - Fri 8am - 11pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 11pm; Email: contact@thejamfactoryoxford.com; Tel. 01865 244613.
Sun 5th Jul — Family Events Listings
Charity Football Fun Day Play2Give
In aid of New Oxford Children's Hospital
www.spanglefish.com/play2givecharityfootball / email: play2give@hotmail.com / Tel. 07508 552683
10:00am-5:00pm, free
Oxford City Football Ground, Marsh Lane, Oxford
Bus Museum & Morris Motors Exp Oxford Bus Museum
Children's Play Area and Cafe. Special events see website. Open Wednesdays and weekends.
www.oxfordbusmuseum.org.uk / Tel. 01993883617
10.30am - 4.30pm Adults £4, Children £2, Family £9, Sen/Disabled £3
Oxford Bus Museum, Station Yard, Long Hanborough, OX29 8LA
Project Timescape Northmoor Trust
Skeletons, artefacts & climate change. See website for special events.
www.northmoortrust.co.uk / email: admin@northmoortrust.co.uk / Tel. 01865 407792
Free. Open Sundays 10am-5pm
Hill Farm, Little Wittenham , Abingdon, OX14 4QZ; Email: admin@northmoortrust.co.uk; Tel. 01865 407792.
Try our activity backpacks, sorting boxes, trails, activity sheets, story corner and craft activities. Suitable for all ages.
2-4pm. Free entry
University Museum of Natural History, Parks Rd, Oxford.
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
2, 2.45, 3.30, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
Music Dancing Bald Eagle, Husky Dogs, Punch & Judy, Indian Exhibition
www.sulgravemanor.org.uk / email: enquiries@sulgravemanor.org.uk
11-4 Ad. £7.50. Family £20
Sulgrave Manor
Oxford Circus School Launch Eclipse Arts
Performances, workshops, playing and laughter on Circus Street (OX4 1JR). Clowns, costumes, juggling and acrobatics. Tight-rope, fire-spinners and belly dancing. Part of the Cowley Road fringe carnival. Helpers also very welcome.
www.oxfordcircusschool.co.uk / email: circus@gmx.com / Tel. 07770568311
12pm-6pm
Circus Street, near the bottom of the Cowley Road.
Cowley Rd Carnival Fringe Plain Traders
International Food, O2 Music Tent, Stalls, Teddy Bear Picnic & more!
Tel. 01865 251 620
12 - 6pm free!
Lower East Side Of Cowley Rd
Sun 5th Jul — Festivals, Fairs and Markets Listings
Wolvercote Bike Repair Clinic Low Carbon Wolvercote
Get your bike fixed while you shop at the Wolvercote Farmer's Market.
email: tim@timmorris.info / Tel. 01865 512860
10am to 1pm
Wolvercote Primary School, First Turn, Wolvercote.
Charity Football Fun Day Play2Give
In aid of New Oxford Children's Hospital
www.spanglefish.com/play2givecharityfootball / email: play2give@hotmail.com / Tel. 07508 552683
10:00am-5:00pm, free
Oxford City Football Ground, Marsh Lane, Oxford
The North Wall Festival The North Wall Arts Centre
Some of the country’s finest performers of comedy, drama and music.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Wantage Craft Fair Wantage Rejuvenated
Craft stalls, live music, children's entertainment, hog roast...
www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=91209817162&ref=mf#/event.php?eid=92202077688 / email: top-hatters@btconnect.com / Tel. 01235 764444
10.30am to 4.00pm. Free to all
Market Place, Wantage
Carnival In The Park 2009 Cowley Road Carnival
Music and dance stages, open mic, DJs, food, stalls, bars, procession
http://cowleyroadcarnival.co.uk / email: General enquiries: carnival@eastoxford.com / to have a stall- carnivaltraders@googlemail.com
12-8pm, FREE
South Park, Oxford.
Popular car boot sale on every Sunday from 8.00am - 1.00pm
Cars £6, trailers/vans £8, Buyers 25p per adult
OX27, Bicester
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Your weekly shop from local farmers and producers. Cafe for breakfasts
www.wolvercotefarmersmarket.co.uk / email: info@wolvercotefarmersmarket.co.uk / Tel. 01865 318997
10.00 - 1.00pm
Wolvercote Primary School, First Turn, Wolvercote.
Oxford Circus School Launch Eclipse Arts
Performances, workshops, playing and laughter on Circus Street (OX4 1JR). Clowns, costumes, juggling and acrobatics. Tight-rope, fire-spinners and belly dancing. Part of the Cowley Road fringe carnival. Helpers also very welcome.
www.oxfordcircusschool.co.uk / email: circus@gmx.com / Tel. 07770568311
12pm-6pm
Circus Street, near the bottom of the Cowley Road.
Cowley Rd Carnival Fringe Plain Traders
International Food, O2 Music Tent, Stalls, Teddy Bear Picnic & more!
Tel. 01865 251 620
12 - 6pm free!
Lower East Side Of Cowley Rd
Wonderful French Fare brought to you.
Gloucester Green, Between Beaumont St, George St and Walton St.
My Heart's A Flutter Charivari Agreable Music by Candlelight Submit review
Sublimely beautiful vocal chamber music of gentle passion. Handel: Cantata ‘Mi palpita il cor’ & other Cantatas and Arias
www.charivari.co.uk / email: festival@charivari.co.uk / Tel. 01865-305305 / Group bookings 01865-751928
8pm, £14 (OAP £13; students £10), 15% discount on groups of 10+
Exeter College Chapel , Turl St.
Sun 5th Jul — Gig Listings
Regular Sunday night live jazz with guest musicians.
www.lordnuffieldclub.co.uk / email: info@lnsc.co.uk / Tel. 01865 332060
8pm, free
Lord Nuffield Club, William Morris Close, off Barracks Lane, Cowley. OX4 2JX
Open Mic Night At The Fleur Ale and Music
Open Mic Night, All Players Welcome. Run by Luke & Barney
www.fleurdelys-dorchester.co.uk / email: fleurdorchester@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 01865340502
8.30pm, free to perform
The Fleur de Lys, Dorchester on Thames
Andrew Maxwell & Pippa Evans The North Wall Festival
Hilarious stand-up as part of the Oxford Comedy Festival.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
8pm, £12 £9)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Live jazz
www.summertownwinecafe.co.uk / email: annawolff@freeuk.com / Tel. 01865 558800
7pm, £10
Summertown Wine Cafe
Carnival In The Park 2009 Cowley Road Carnival
Music and dance stages, open mic, DJs, food, stalls, bars, procession
http://cowleyroadcarnival.co.uk / email: General enquiries: carnival@eastoxford.com / to have a stall- carnivaltraders@googlemail.com
12-8pm, FREE
South Park, Oxford.
An afternoon of acoustic music showcasing local talent
email: davies_77@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07900224988
1pm - 6pm Free Entry
The Cape Of Good Hope The Plain
Overrated Unplugged oveRRated Eclectic Electric
The Beard of Destiny and Reverend Rat performing some of their music.
www.myspace.com/overratedart / email: overratedart@hotmail.co.uk
7:30pm, free
Donnington Community Centre, Freelands Road, Iffley, OX4 4BB
Come and have a go if you think you're good enough
www.oldbookbinders.co.uk / email: nigelpbrown@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 553549
8:30 start, free entry
Old Bookbinders, Corner of Victor and Canal Streets; Tel. 553549.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Foundation Fridays crew team up for more reggae carnival vibes.
www.eocc.co.uk / email: danidubdub@btinternet.com
8pm-12; £tbc.
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Foundation Fridays reggae crew at Carnival plus open mic area.
www.cowleyroadcarnival.co.uk
12 noon til 7pm. Free.
South Park, Oxford.
Cowley Rd Carnival Fringe Plain Traders
International Food, O2 Music Tent, Stalls, Teddy Bear Picnic & more!
Tel. 01865 251 620
12 - 6pm free!
Lower East Side Of Cowley Rd
Front two of UKs Hoopiest party band cover Floyd/Clapton/Stones + more.
www.myspace.com/pontmusicconsultants / email: PontMusic@aol.com / Tel. 07769 608124
8ish till 11. Free
Folly Bridge Inn, Abingdon Road; Tel. 01865 790106.
Reggae Reggae Sunday Carnival After Party
A massive portion of Reggae & Dub served up with Soul, Ska & Dancehall
www.myspace.com/reggaereggaesunday / Tel. 01865202804
8 - 11:30pm, free
The All New James Street Tavern, 47-48 James Street, Oxford, OX4 1EU
Sun 5th Jul — Lectures, Seminars and Conferences Listings
Conference: The Global Lincoln
Papers delivered by leading intellectuals and public figures will examine the meanings which individuals and groups drew from Abraham Lincoln.
www.rai.ox.ac.uk/lincoln
£210 (includes accommodation)
Rothermere American Institute , 1a South Parks Road; Email: enquiries@rai.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 282710.
Sun 5th Jul — Meeting Listings
Ride into scenic Oxfordshire countryside & back to Oxford. Coffee & lunch stops
www.oxonctc.org.uk/
9.30am - 4/5pm. Free
Campus Stores, Broad Street, Oxford
10-mile Walk Oxon 20s30s & Weekend Walkers
Climb up Shotover Hill, across to Wheatley, then back via Holton and Forest Hill
www.oxonww.org / email: publicity@oxonww.org
10.30am, free
Meet at Thornhill Park & Ride, near exit. Various buses, 400 is main one. SP566074
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
2, 2.45, 3.30, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
Lyneham: 7 Mile Walk WOW Singles Walking & Social
SINGLES CIRCULAR WALK. Dogs & kids welcome. Optional pub meal at end.
www.walkers.meetup.com/385 / email: wowwalkers@gmail.com / Tel. 07833685899
2.15pm
Lyneham (check web for exact location)
FirstSunday St Columba's, Alfred Street
Film Night
www.firstsunday.info / email: david@firstsunday.info / Tel. 01608 645584
7.15 for 7.30pm
St Columba's Hall, Alfred Street.
Sun 5th Jul — Music and Dance Listings
Salsa Class And Club Cubanisimo / Ox Univ Salsa Soc
Cuban and LA style salsa alternate weeks. Class then dancing 'til late
www.oxfordsalsasociety.co.uk/risa.html / email: info@cubanisimo.co.uk / Tel. 07715 840675
8pm: complete beginners free, 8.30pm: other levels £5 (£4), after 9pm: £3
Bar Risa, Hythe Bridge St, Oxford
Smooth Jive classes with Simon & Nicole - for Ints/Advanced jivers
www.jiveplus.com / email: coralie@jiveplus.com / Tel. 07767 360854
7.30-10.30pm, £8, (£5)
Rover Club, Empress Ballroom, Roman Way, Horspath Rd, Cowley
Pole Dance Classes Dance Inspires
Beginners to advanced, get fit and have fun. Taster sessions and pole parties.
www.danceinspires.co.uk / email: danceinspires@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07706 708097
baby love bar, 3 King Edward Street, Oxford (off High St @Oddbins); Tel. 01865 200011.
Salsa@izi vivasalsa/ballo-latino
Beg/imp..classes.. dancin till late: your sunday night salsafix.
email: salsahips1@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07776430343
8pm till late £5.50
Izi Cafe Bar, Market Sq, Witney, Oxon
Pole Dance With Showgirls Showgirls Pole Dance
Pole Dancing classes, please call for info/times
www.inspirationshealth.co.uk/ / email: lucycropper@aol.com / Tel. 01235 811844
Inspirations Health Club, Didcot
Carnival In The Park 2009 Cowley Road Carnival
Music and dance stages, open mic, DJs, food, stalls, bars, procession
http://cowleyroadcarnival.co.uk / email: General enquiries: carnival@eastoxford.com / to have a stall- carnivaltraders@googlemail.com
12-8pm, FREE
South Park, Oxford.
Learn the basics of bellydance with this 5 week course - suitable for beginners
email: annabelcoles@gmail.com
8.30 - 9.30pm, £25 for 5 weeks
St Albans Hall, Charles St
Oxford Circus School Launch Eclipse Arts
Performances, workshops, playing and laughter on Circus Street (OX4 1JR). Clowns, costumes, juggling and acrobatics. Tight-rope, fire-spinners and belly dancing. Part of the Cowley Road fringe carnival. Helpers also very welcome.
www.oxfordcircusschool.co.uk / email: circus@gmx.com / Tel. 07770568311
12pm-6pm
Circus Street, near the bottom of the Cowley Road.
Argentine Tango Oxford Tango Argentino
New beginners' drop-in class 6-7pm; established beginners 7-8pm
www.Oxfordtango.co.uk / email: Maureenbeechey@aol.com / Tel. 01865 721667
Each class £4
Botley Womens' Institute, North Hinksey Lane, OX2 0LT
Sun 5th Jul — Pubs Listings
Winners take all!
http://marstonstaverns.co.uk / email: micheleshuard2@hotmail.com / Tel. 01865 243636
8pm, £1 entry, max 5 per team
Seacourt Bridge Inn, Botley
1st prize £30 cash & 50% off food. 2nd prize 25% off food voucher
www.jamesstreettavern.co.uk / email: zappapt@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 202804
Questions start 8pm
James Street Tavern, 47-48 James Street, Oxford, OX4 1EU
Tel. 07729 476422
8.30-10.45 - a pound a player
Butchers' Arms, Headington
Sun 5th Jul — Skills, Games and Volunteering Listings
Foundations Of Relaxation Relax - red filbert
3 wk course: develop your relaxation skills, feel calmer, be healthier
www.redfilbert.com / email: info@effectivevision.co.uk / Tel. 07956 360316
4-6pm, £67
North Oxford Association, Diamond Place, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7DP.
Nature Conservation Work Oxford Conservation Volunteers
Conservation work at sites around Oxfordshire. See website for this week's event.
www.ocv.org.uk/ / email: enquiries@ocv.org.uk
Different sites each week
Oxford Circus School Launch Eclipse Arts
Performances, workshops, playing and laughter on Circus Street (OX4 1JR). Clowns, costumes, juggling and acrobatics. Tight-rope, fire-spinners and belly dancing. Part of the Cowley Road fringe carnival. Helpers also very welcome.
www.oxfordcircusschool.co.uk / email: circus@gmx.com / Tel. 07770568311
12pm-6pm
Circus Street, near the bottom of the Cowley Road.
Sun 5th Jul — Sports and Fitness Listings
Bikram yoga class. Suitable for all levels and ability. Every Sunday
email: cfalce@btopenworld.com / Tel. 07977982906
10.30am - 12.00, £8 (£7)
Yoga Garden, Behind Cibo's (on the right), South Parade, Summertown.
Salsa Class And Club Cubanisimo / Ox Univ Salsa Soc
Cuban and LA style salsa alternate weeks. Class then dancing 'til late
www.oxfordsalsasociety.co.uk/risa.html / email: info@cubanisimo.co.uk / Tel. 07715 840675
8pm: complete beginners free, 8.30pm: other levels £5 (£4), after 9pm: £3
Bar Risa, Hythe Bridge St, Oxford
New Players Welcome at Wootton & Boars Hill Cricket Club.
email: jstudds@wiley.com
Wootton, Oxon
Women's Football Headington Athletic WFC
PLAYERS WANTED!!
www.freewebs.com/headingtonathleticwfc / email: womensfootball@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07727277080
7.30-9pm
City Centre
Oxford University Octopush Oxford Uni Octopush Club
Underwater Hockey. Kit hire is available
http://users.ox.ac.uk/~octopush/ / Tel. 01494 478151
During Term Time Only / 5.45pm, £5.00 a session.
Ferry Sports Centre , off Marston Ferry Road, Summertown; Tel. 01865 467060.
Fun, fast-paced team game for all ages. ALL abilities welcome!
Tel. 01865 512634
3-5pm - free.
Aristotle Lane Recreation Ground, Jericho: up Kingston Road, turn left at the Anchor pub towards Portmeadow, over humpbacked bridge, it's on the left..
Charity Football Fun Day Play2Give
In aid of New Oxford Children's Hospital
www.spanglefish.com/play2givecharityfootball / email: play2give@hotmail.com / Tel. 07508 552683
10:00am-5:00pm, free
Oxford City Football Ground, Marsh Lane, Oxford
Short Bike Rides For Women Isis Cyclists CTC
Bike rides for women of all ages and abilities (5-10 miles & 15-20 miles). FIRST & THIRD Saturday of each month, plus the occasional other Sat - CHECK WEBSITE FOR DATE BEFORE TRAVELLING!
http://isiscyclistsctc.wordpress.com / email: isiscyclistsctc@googlemail.com / Tel. 07825840317
Free
Various starting points in Oxford
Pole Dance Classes Dance Inspires
Beginners to Advanced. Get fit & have fun! Taster sessions & pole parties.
www.danceinspires.co.uk / email: kate@danceinspires.co.uk / Tel. 07909 974256
£10 per hour all classes.
baby love bar, 3 King Edward Street, Oxford (off High St @Oddbins); Tel. 01865 200011.
10-mile Walk Oxon 20s30s & Weekend Walkers
Climb up Shotover Hill, across to Wheatley, then back via Holton and Forest Hill
www.oxonww.org / email: publicity@oxonww.org
10.30am, free
Meet at Thornhill Park & Ride, near exit. Various buses, 400 is main one. SP566074
Women's Only Gym with Creche East Oxford Children's Centre
Gym 1-2pm, Badminton 2-3pm. Creche 1-3pm. Booking required (tel)
Tel. 01865 248729
1-3pm. £2 per session (members), £3.50 (non members). Creche £1 per child per hour (members) £2.50 (non members)
East Oxford Games Hall, Collins Street
Antenatal Pilates Class Ivana Starkova
Stott Instructor - 2nd & 3rd trimester, work on postural & pelvic floor muscles,
www.ispilates.co.uk / email: enquiries@ispilates.co.uk / Tel. 07818062351
10-11am, £15 or £70 for 6
Summertown Church Hall , Corner of Banbury & Portland Rds, Summertown, OX2 7EZ.
Pay as you go spinning class @ The Oxford Spin and Fitness studio
www.oxfordspinandfitness.co.uk / email: lisanaish@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07523 051541
10-10.45am, £5
Garsington Rd, OX4 4NQ
Sun 5th Jul — Theatre Listings
Mirandolina 20th Anniversary Season
Martinů's comic tale about an innkeeper and her suitors. British premiere of new English edition by Jeremy Sams.
6.30pm
Garsington Opera , Garsington Manor, Garsington OX44 9DH; Tel. 01865 361636; Fax: 01865 361545.
This year Garsington Opera are offering Fidelio, La Cenerentola and Mirandolina. For reviews of all three of these see here..... read more
Dancing In My Dreams Oxfordshire Theatre Company
A musical play inspired by the many children whose lives were changed forever by wartime Britain
Tel. 01488 648657
4pm
Great Shefford Primary School, Wantage Road, Great Shefford , Berks RG17 7DB
This excellent musical play tells the story of Kathleen O’Neill, evacuated with her sister Christina from the East End of London... read more
Terry Jones’ Fairy Tales Cornerstone Submit review
An exciting mix of puppets, storytelling, percussion and audience participation. Ages 4-11
www.cornerstone-arts.org.uk / email: cornerstone@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
2.30; £7, £5 (conc)
Cornerstone, 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE
Romeo & Juliet Oxford Shakespeare Company
Directed by Guy Retallack, musical director Paul Kissaun. Suitable for all ages.
www.oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / email: info@oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / Tel. 0870 6092231 / 01865 305305
Wadham College Gardens.
I saw Romeo and Juliet at a preview performance on Saturday evening, 27th July, and was stunned. The heavens opened after a beautiful... read more
Documentary theatre performance about the floods of summer 2007, staged in a caravan, seating 8 audience members & 4 actors. Running Time: 30mins. Age 12+, £10 (£8).
2, 2.45, 3.30, 6.45, 7.30 & 8.15pm
A caravan, Wood Green, Witney OX28 1DG
There's not much room in G&D's for acting, but if you're walking along the Cowley Road you'll see an interesting sight. In... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Sun 5th Jul — Worship Listings
Sunday Service RCCG, Christ's Love Assembly
Lively praise & worship, Bible exposition for adult and children
www.oxrccg.org.uk / email: admin@oxrccg.org.uk / Tel. 07813709676
10.30am
Barton Neighbourhood Centre, Underhill Circus, Headington. Oxford, OX3 9LS
Lutheran Service Oxford Lutheran Mission
Service in English every Sunday (except 1st of month) at 5 pm
www.lutheran.co.uk/congregations/Oxford.htm / email: oxford.lutheran@gmail.com
St Columba's Church, Alfred Street
Morning Worship Cowley Road Methodist Church
A warm welcome to everyone, whatever your background or theology.
http://cowleyroad.org.uk
10.30 am
Cowley Road Methodist Church, Cowley Road
All are welcome to our method of worship based on waiting in silence.
www.oxfordquakers.org/about / email: oxfordpm@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 557373
9.30 - 10.15am & 11am - 12pm
43 St. Giles, Oxford, OX1 3LW.
Morning Service At St Aldates Church
Worship, teaching, children's church, fellowship - all welcome
www.staldates.org.uk / email: office@staldates.org.uk / Tel. 01865 254 800
10.30am, free to all!
St Aldate's Church , 40 Pembroke Street; Tel. 01865 254800.
Evening Service At St Aldates Church
Teaching, worship, Holy Communion (every other Sunday) & fellowship
www.staldates.org.uk / email: office@staldates.org.uk / Tel. 01865 254 800
6pm - all welcome
St Aldate's Church , 40 Pembroke Street; Tel. 01865 254800.
Home blends ancient & future forms in its weekly (relaxed!) gathering.
www.home-online.org / email: matt@home-online.org
5pm
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Fellowship, singing, a bible-based sermon and prayer. All welcome!
www.stebbes.org.uk / email: office@stebbes.org.uk / Tel. 01865 453226
10:30am; 7:30pm
St Ebbe's in Headington, 30-34 Lime Walk
For Details go to: http://www.calvarychapeloxford.org.uk/
www.calvarychapeloxford.org.uk/
10.30am
Botley Primary School
Unitarian (all-faiths) Worship Manchester College Chapel Soc.
Inspiring music, thoughtful sermons, friendly congregation
www.oxford-unitarians.org.uk / email: catherine.m.robinson@homecall.co.uk / Tel. 01865 511307
11 am to 12 noon
Harris Manchester College Chapel , Mansfield Road; Tel. 271006.
Sunday Services St Ebbe's Church
Fellowship, singing, a bible-based sermon and prayer. All welcome!
www.stebbes.org.uk / email: office@stebbes.org.uk / Tel. 01865 240438
10am; 11:30am (term time); 6:30pm
St Ebbe's , Pennyfarthing Place (behind the Westgate Centre); Tel. 01865 240438.
Sunday Morning Service Ox Chinese Christian Church
Mandarin, Cantonese, and English speakers all welcome.
www.oxccc.org
10.30am
Oxford Deaf & Hard of Hering Centre Littlegate St. OX1 1RL
Sunday After Service Ox Chinese Christian Church
Manderin and Cantonese speakers welcome and kids sunday school
www.oxccc.org
2.00pm
Lime Walk Methodist Church, Lime Walk, OX3 7AB
FirstSunday St Columba's, Alfred Street
Film Night
www.firstsunday.info / email: david@firstsunday.info / Tel. 01608 645584
7.15 for 7.30pm
St Columba's Hall, Alfred Street.
Mon 6th Jul
Odeon George Street (0871 2244 007) — Mon 6th Jul
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong. Subtitled, Fri 12.30, Sat 5.45, Tue 3.00, Thu 8.15pm
12.30, 3.00, 5.45, 8.15pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
2.30, 5.15, 8.00pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
1.00, 3.30, 6.00, 8.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs! Subtitled Sun 6.45, Mon 2.00, Wed 4.30
2.00, 4.30, 6.45pm
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events.
1.30, 4.00, 6.30, 9.00pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.00, 3.15, 7.00, 8.45pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Odeon Magdalen Street (0871 2244 007) — Mon 6th Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
2.00, 5.15, 8.30pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
1.30, 4.45, 8.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Phoenix Picture House (0870 758 3218) — Mon 6th Jul
Tony Manero [18] Submit review
Dark satire: a Chilean criminal obsessed with Saturday Night Fever. Spanish with subtitles.
6.30pm
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
3.15, 6.00, 8.45pm
Two sisters start a business cleaning up crime scenes.
2.00pm
I both envy and pity the filmmaker charged with casting a fictional family for a movie. As well as the usual dictates of chemistry... read more
Two footballing brothers struggle with fame & fortune. Spanish with subtitles.
4.15, 9.00pm
Rudo and Cursi is the tale of two Mexican brothers – Beto (aka Rudo), who has dreams of becoming a professional footballer... read more
Ultimate Picture Palace (245288) — Mon 6th Jul
The Hide [15] Submit review
Well crafted slow-boiling thriller. With birdwatching.
5.30pm
Meryl Streep in film version of the famous musical.
7.30pm
I never really even liked ABBA! - too chocolate- boxy for my taste but this film has opened me up to their music. Just loved it... read more
Compelling French thriller.
9.30pm
When a young woman (Diane Kruger) is arrested for murder all the evidence points to her. For three years her devoted husband,... read more
Vue Cinema (08712 240 240) — Mon 6th Jul
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.50, 2.20, 4.20, 5.40, 7.45, 9.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events. Subtitled Tue 7.30pm.
5.10, 7.30, 9.45pm
Another installment of destruction and time travel.
9.15pm
It's Transformers for grown-ups.... read more
More exhibits come alive.
12 noon
Disappointing. It serves me right for going to see a movie whose creators were so lazy that they just called it No 2... read more
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong.
11.45am, 2.10, 4.40, 7.10, 9.30pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
12.40, 3.20, 6.00, 8.45pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs!
11.30, 11.55am, 2.00, 2.30, 4.30, 7.00pm
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One. Subtitled Sun: 1.50pm.
1.50, 5.15, 8.30pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
12.30, 3.00, 5.30, 8.00pm
Khambakht Ishq [tbc] Submit review
Bollywood special - Akshay Kumar & Kareena Kapoor.
1.15, 4.45, 8.15pm
Mon 6th Jul — Concert Listings
Amy Dickson & Martin Cousin The North Wall Festival
Saxophone and piano duo with an exiting & varied repertoire.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
7.30pm
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Mon 6th Jul — Courses and Workshops Listings
Life Drawing Class Fusion Arts Centre
Fusion Arts Centre evening class led by local artist Dionne Barber. (No class bank hol.)
www.fusion-arts.org / email: info@fusion-arts.org / Tel. 01865 245735
6-9pm £10/£80 adv 10 sessions
Fusion Arts, East Oxford Community Centre, Princes St. ; Email: info@fusion-arts.org; Tel. 01865 245735; Fax: http://www.fusion-arts.org.
Intermediate & Advanced Qigong Oxford Internal Arts
Head tutors to UK's largest college of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986 621112
6.00-7.30pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Intermediate Tai Chi Oxford Internal Arts
Head tutors to UK's largest college of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986 621112
7.30-9.00pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
HEY DIDDLE DIDDLE! Emily Marshall
Monday morning music-based workshop for pre-school children and babies.
10.30am – 11.15am & 11.30am – 12.15pm. £5 for 1 adult & 1-2 kids (inc. 1 free hot drink)
Oxford Playhouse , Beaumont Street. From 16th Feb 09 free tickets are available for under 26's for some performances. Apply in advance, for Tues or Wed evening or Sat matinee performances and selected shows at the BT. See website for details.; Tel. 305305; Fax: 793748.
English Theatre Courses Act 1 English
Rehearse and perform a play in five weeks!
www.act1english.com / email: act1english@act1english.com / Tel. 07914987990
6pm, £180 (25 hour course)
Summertown
Bookmaking for Artists Ruth Millar
For artists who want to create their own innovative book structures. Introduction to traditional and non-traditional bookbinding materials, equipment and terminology. No experience necessary.
email: rcmillar@brookes.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 484954
6-8pm, £95 for the course, all materials supplied
Oxford Brookes, Headington Hill Campus.
CFQ for Beginners Kate Forster
Very simple qigong exercises for health and (immediate!) relaxation. Small friendly class. All welcome.
www.cfq.org.uk / Tel. 01865 251871
2.00 - 3.30pm £5
11, Norham Gardens
Restore Project - It Skills Oxford Women's Training
2 day/week course. Increase your know-how IT skills - Contact us today!
www.ocvc.ac.uk / email: jsilva@ocvc.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 550827
9.30am - 2.45pm
Oxford & Cherwell Valley College - Blackbird Leys Campus , Cuddesdon Way, Oxford, OX4 6HN; Email: enquiries@ocvc.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 550550; Fax: 01865 269299.
Capoeira Regional Classes Abolicao Oxford Capoeira Club
Capoeira is an exciting Afro-Brazilian martial art. Adult class.
www.abolicao.co.uk / Tel. 01865 428404
8 - 9.30pm, £7 (£5)
Oxford Brookes University Sports Campus
Kettlebell Training Course PowerBell Pump
An eight-week kettlebell training course, 30 mins 2 evenings per week
www.powerbellpump.co.uk / email: bookings@powerbellpump.co.uk / Tel. 0845 226 5647
6.00pm for 8 weeks
Wesley Memorial Church , New Inn Hall St; Email: churchoffice@wesleymem.org.uk; Tel. 01865 243216; Fax: 01865 247706.
Learn in 3 months! Individual attention
email: hiral.t.parikh@gmail.com / Tel. 07846 333630
6pm
53 Windmill Road, Headington
Explore your voice - have fun. Beginners welcome.
www.estherjanewilds.co.uk / email: info@estherjanewilds.co.uk / Tel. 01865 236058
Afternoon/Eve
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Mon 6th Jul — Exhibition Listings
100 polaroids trace American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe's use of instant photography from 1970 to 1975. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Staged figures from the world of dance and fashion rendered in gold and silver monotones. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Oxfordshire Craft Guild Showcase
Ongoing selling exhibition of new work by Guild members.
www.oxfordshirecraftguild.co.uk
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Figurative oil paintings upstairs in the Tree Lounge. Selling exhibition (until 31 Jul)
www.amyhemingway.com
6pm-1am daily
Baby Simple, 213 Cowley Rd, OX4 1XF; Tel. 01865 202506.
Photographs and manuscripts from John F. Baddeley who became the St. Petersburg correspondent for the Standard (now Evening Standard) after visiting Russia for seven months in 1879.
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Carolyn Drake: Photographs of Central Asia
Photographs from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan by Istanbul-based documentary photographer
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
My Ashmolean My Museum Ashmolean Museum Submit review
Outdoor photography exhibition by Theo Chalmers. Over forty portraits featuring actors, authors, artists and Oxfordshire residents with objects from the collection. Until 4th October.
www.ashmolean.org / Tel. 01865 278000
10am-5pm, free
Ashmolean Museum Forecourt
Visual exhibition featuring the 3-day week, punk, glam rock and disco fever. Try on 70s clothing, check out technological innovations, visit a trendy teenager’s bedroom and sit on a talking sofa. (until 12 July)
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
OBJECTS IN PERFORMANCE Submit review
Installation by artist/curator Gérard Mermoz exchanges the scientific taxonomy of museum displays for a theatrical staging of the objects (ends 4 Oct)
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
see earliest Alice in Wonderland books, Salvador dali illustrations and other treasures.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice
Free 9am - 5pm.
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Visual Pilgrimage - Clare Weiner
Artwork inspired by recent talks at St Giles'. Artist's talk Thursday 25 June, 12.30pm (exhibition ends 13 Jul)
12-2pm Mon-Fri
St Giles' Church, St. Giles; Tel. 01865 311198.
Something Strange Will Happen Notfamousyet Art Consultancy
Exciting contemporary art show of five emerging German artists with already international reputation (ends 20 Jul)
www.notfamousyet.co.uk / email: info@notfamousyet.co.uk / Tel. 07867900746
12-6pm, free
10 St Clements, Oxford
An Artful Craft Bodleian Library
Historic Bookbindings from the Broxbourne Library and other collections
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Bound For Success Bodleian Library
Designer Bookbinders International Competition 2009
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Proscholium, Bodleian Library
Canal & Floral Art Show Michele Field
Artist known for her canal paintings & vibrant floral canvases.
www.britishartists.co.uk/michele_field / Tel. 01235 771447
10am to 5pm daily
NATIONAL WATERWAYS MUSEUM, Stoke Bruerne,Towcester, Northampton NN12 7SE
Roddy Mccoll - Photography Roddy McColl
Contemporary photographs of Port Meadow and Oxford at The Perch. http://www.the-perch.co.uk/ or
www.roddymccoll.com / email: enquiries@roddymccoll.com / Tel. 01865 515120
Midday - 11pm
The Perch, Binsey Lane; Tel. 240386.
The Stylish Style - Between Renaissance & Baroque Submit review
Fine drawings from mid 16th Century, from Christ Church's own collection. Until 4th October. (Closed 29th July for maintenance.)
www.chch.ox.ac.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=828&Itemid=647
Christ Church Picture Gallery , Christ Church (entrance via Canterbury Gate / Oriel Square) Open: 1 Oct - 30 Apr: Mon-Sat, 10.30-1pm & 2-4.30pm; Sun, 2-4.30pm. 1 May - 30 Sep: Mon-Sat, 10.30-5pm; Sun, 2-5pm. £3/£2; Tel. 01865 276172.
Margie Mccregor Watercolour Ex
Enjoy viewing a selection of delightful watercolours
www.vickershotel.co.uk / Tel. 01993 811212
Vickers Hotel & Restaurant, Woodstock.
European Artist Exhange Partnership with MAO and OVADA
6 European and 6 Oxford Artists work on Land Art Residency at Oxford University, Harcourt Arboretum.
www.artinthearboretum.org / email: diana@dianabell.co.uk / Tel. 01865 730110
10 - 5 pm, £3
Harcourt Arboretum, Nuneham Courtenay; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. c/o 286690.
Rachel Ducker Exhibition Waterperry Gardens Ltd
An exhibition of wire figures ranging from life-size to a few cms high. Inside and outside the gallery
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk / email: gallery@waterperrygardens.co.uk / Tel. 01844 338085
10am - 5:30pm, every day, free
The Gallery at Waterperry
Photography By Hanuszik Zsolt. Opening Reception Sunday 5th July 7:30pm
www.thejamfactoryoxford.com / email: info@aarght.co.uk / Tel. 01865244613
10am-11pm, free
The Jam Factory , 27 Park End Street, OX1 1HU. Open Mon - Fri 8am - 11pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 11pm; Email: contact@thejamfactoryoxford.com; Tel. 01865 244613.
Mon 6th Jul — Family Events Listings
Tatty Bumpkin Oxford Children aged 2- 7 yrs
Yoga stories, relaxation, music, educational development and fun!
www.oxford.tattybumpkin.com / email: classes@oxford.tattybumpkin.com / Tel. 0845 6801519 / 07929 288964
Witney Scout Hut
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
11am-12pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
HEY DIDDLE DIDDLE! Emily Marshall
Monday morning music-based workshop for pre-school children and babies.
10.30am – 11.15am & 11.30am – 12.15pm. £5 for 1 adult & 1-2 kids (inc. 1 free hot drink)
Oxford Playhouse , Beaumont Street. From 16th Feb 09 free tickets are available for under 26's for some performances. Apply in advance, for Tues or Wed evening or Sat matinee performances and selected shows at the BT. See website for details.; Tel. 305305; Fax: 793748.
Free Family Tae Kwon Do Class Bytomic TKD
Free trial classes for the whole family. Fitness and fun!
www.btkd.co.uk / email: info@btkd.co.uk / Tel. 08450 212888
7pm
Magdalen Centre for Sport, Cowley Place, Oxford
Friendly breastfeeding drop-in for mums and mums-to-be
www.thebabycafe.org / email: julie_osborne@btconnect.com / Tel. 01865 764952 for General Enquiries
11.30-1.30 Marston/Northway Childrens Centre, Copse Lane OX3 0AY
Various Venues see website
Bouncy castle, soft play, climbing equipment and more. Suitable for under 5’s but adult supervision is still required.
www.oxford.gov.uk/leisure / Tel. 0844 8933 222
10.30am - 12noon, from £1.20 per child
Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre, Pegasus Road, Blackbird Leys, OX4 6JL; Tel. 01865 467020.
Nct East Oxford - Coffee Group National Childbirth Trust
Meet other parents/carers while your babies/toddlers play. Under 5's.
http:///www.nct.org.uk / Tel. 01865 245768
2.30-4.30pm, Free.
East Oxford Children's Centre (behind Tesco, Cowley Rd)
Winnie’s New Computer by Valerie Thomas + a play in the discovery zone
www.scienceoxfordlive.com
10.30am, kids free, adults £3
Science Oxford Live , 1 - 5 London Place, St Clements, OX4 1BD. Open Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm; Email: events@scienceoxford.com; Tel. 01865 810000.
Insight into baby development and a fun range of games and exercises. Last class for the summer. Back in September!
www.babycollege.co.uk / email: bea003@babycollege.co.uk / Tel. Bea 01865 436920
Well-structured morning classes. 3 age groups from birth to 3
St. Alban's Hall, Charles St.
Insight into baby development and a fun range of games and exercises. Last class for the summer. Back in September!
www.babycollege.co.uk / email: bea003@babycollege.co.uk / Tel. 01865 436 920
Afternoons, 3 age groups (2 months to 3 years), ring for details
Marston Pastoral Centre, Jack Straw's Lane
Baby Bumpkin Exercise Taster Session Tatty Bumpkin Oxford
Yoga-inspired classes for you and your baby
www.oxford.tattybumpkin.com / email: classes@oxford.tattybumpkin.com / Tel. 07929 288964
11am, free taster session
Witney Scout Hut
Mon 6th Jul — Festivals, Fairs and Markets Listings
The North Wall Festival The North Wall Arts Centre
Some of the country’s finest performers of comedy, drama and music.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
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Mon 6th Jul — Gig Listings
Very special acoustic performance
Doors 7pm, £60 or £200 Meet & Greet
New Theatre, Oxford , George Street; Tel. 0844 8471585.
3rd Degree Leburn The Famous Monday Blues
The best in US/UK blues
www.famousmondayblues.co.uk
9pm. £10
Backroom @ The Bully, 162 Cowley Road; Tel. 244516; Fax: 202457.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Acoustic open mic night. Open to all, get there early to sign up
www.thecorridoroxford.co.uk
8.30pm. Free entry
The Corridor, 119 Cowley Rd
Tim: Against All Odds The Roaring Boys
A hilarious new comedy from the creators of cult hit Why We Ate Cliff Richard.
www.roaringboys.co.uk / email: ben@roaringboys.co.uk / Tel. 07769587116
8pm, £10 (£6)
Moser Theatre, Wadham College, Parks Road, Oxford.
Silversun Pickups Academy Events Presents
LA psychedelic rockers
7pm £9
O2 Academy Oxford , 190 Cowley Road, OX4 1UE; Tel. Box Office: 0844 477 2000 / Info 0905 020 3999 (25p/min).
Mon 6th Jul — Music and Dance Listings
Flair Dance Studio Learn to dance like the stars!
Freestyle & Street dance classes for children 4yrs + in & around Oxfordshire
www.flairdancestudio.co.uk / email: kellypoulter@btinternet.com / Tel. 01993 813373
3:45pm - 6:30pm (Woodstock), £5
Abingdon, Bicester, Cowley, Witney & Woodstock - see website for info
Harmony singing; songs from shows, jazz, classical, folk, anything!
Tel. 01865 559670
7.30-9.00 pm.
Summertown
Jive+ Modern Jive Classes Jive+
Modern Jive classes & social dancing - 2 left feet a speciality! - beginners/intermediates/advanced
www.jiveplus.com / email: coralie@jiveplus.com / Tel. 07767 360854
£8 (£5)
Marlborough Enterprise Centre, Marlborough School, Shipton Rd, Woodstock OX20 1LP
Flamenco Dance Course Oxford Flamenco Academy
Intermediate 7.30pm - 9.00pm, Beginners 8.30pm - 10.00pm
www.oxfordflamencoacademy.co.uk / email: info@oxfordflamencoacademy.co.uk / Tel. 01865 553234 / 07904 260636
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN
African Drumming Workshop Oxford Drum Troupe
Drums provided. Everyone welcome, including complete beginners.
www.southoxford.org/activities/odt.html / email: oxforddrumtroupe@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 01865 726233
7.30pm, £5 (£3)
South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, off Abingdon Rd.
6 week course 1 hour salsa 1/2 hour zumba.
email: rosaay2@gmail.com
7.30 - 9 pm / £56 whole course or Drop in 1h.1/2: £10
St Barnabas Primary School, Hart St, Jericho.
Community choir, no auditions, harmony songs from different cultures.
http://naturalvoice.net / email: janet@stansfeld.freeserve.co.uk / Tel. 01865 792434
7-9pm, £8 / £5 concessions
St Anthony's Hall, Headley Way, Headington
Nia - The Joy Of Movement Healing Mind Body Spirit
A unique mix of dance/healing/martial arts and free expression
www.nianow.com / email: vickyrainbow@yahoo.com / Tel. 07910 531 371
5.30-6.30pm, £5 per class
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Social dancing till late. With George M & guests
email: salsahips1@yaho.co.uk / Tel. 07776430343
Beginners 7.30pm, improvers 9pm
The Fishes Pub, N Hinksey Lane, North Hinksey Village
Learn the basics of bellydance with this 5 week course - suitable for beginners
email: annabelcoles@gmail.com
8.30 - 9.30pm, £25 for 5 weeks
St Albans Hall, Charles St
Explore your voice - have fun. Beginners welcome.
www.estherjanewilds.co.uk / email: info@estherjanewilds.co.uk / Tel. 01865 236058
Afternoon/Eve
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Mon 6th Jul — Pubs Listings
Quiz Night Every Monday At 9pm Mango, Baldy & Fatty
Win booze, cash and tacky prizes. It's not big and it's not clever!
http://http://www.facebook.com/inbox/?ref=mb#/group.php?gid=2387672130 / email: whitto1@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 01865 726264
9pm £1 each.
The Cricketer's Arms, 43 Iffley Rd, Oxford, OX4 1EA; Tel. 01865 427505.
Mon 6th Jul — Skills, Games and Volunteering Listings
Playing Board Games Oxford On Board
Oxford On Board is a new meetup group for people who enjoy playing board games.
www.meetup.com/OxfordOnBoard/ / email: jacco@stalingrad.plus.com / Tel. 079 66694168
7pm, no fees.
The Britannia Inn, Headington
Mon 6th Jul — Sports and Fitness Listings
Womens Boxercise Oxford Womens Boxercise
Get Fit, Burn Fat, Relieve Stress.
email: faz1@fsmail.net / Tel. 01993 774407
6.15-7.15 p.m
Headington Community Centre, Gladstone Road, OX3 8LL.
Women's Boxercise Oxford Women's Boxercise
Get fit, burn fat, relieve stress.
email: faz1@fsmail.net / Tel. 01993 774407
5-6pm
Oxford Brookes University Sports Centre
Beginners Kung Fu FWC Oxford Club
A new class for beginners in Fujian White Crane Kung Fu
www.fwckungfu.com / email: stefanw@fwckungfu.com / Tel. 07957 198 698
7.30-830pm
Headington Community Centre, Gladstone Road, OX3 8LL.
Women's Football Headington Athletic WFC
PLAYERS WANTED!!
www.freewebs.com/headingtonathleticwfc / email: womensfootball@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07727277080
7.30-9pm
City Centre
Pilates class in Abingdon every Monday and Tuesday night.
www.candomartialarts.co.uk/pilates/ / email: virginia@candomartialarts.co.uk / Tel. 07989 949226
7 - 8pm
Abingdon School, Abingdon
Jeet Kune Do Can Do Martial Arts
Mixed Martial Art classes Monday, Tuesday and Thursday nights
www.candomartialarts.co.uk / email: virginia@candomartialarts.co.uk / Tel. 07989949226
8pm - 9pm
Abingdon School and WHLTC in Abingdon
Yoga Class All Levels Welcome Olivia Henderson
Give yourself the space to reconnect. Alignment, flow & breath.
www.sacredspaceyoga.co.uk / email: olivia@sacredspaceyoga.co.uk / Tel. 07734 580680
6-7.30pm, £8 drop-in or £45 for 6 classes. Student/ OAP/low wage discounts.
Thrangu House, 42 Magdalen Road.
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
11am-12pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Intermediate & Advanced Qigong Oxford Internal Arts
Head tutors to UK's largest college of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986 621112
6.00-7.30pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Intermediate Tai Chi Oxford Internal Arts
Head tutors to UK's largest college of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986 621112
7.30-9.00pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Short Bike Rides For Women Isis Cyclists CTC
Bike rides for women of all ages and abilities (5-10 miles & 15-20 miles). FIRST & THIRD Saturday of each month, plus the occasional other Sat - CHECK WEBSITE FOR DATE BEFORE TRAVELLING!
http://isiscyclistsctc.wordpress.com / email: isiscyclistsctc@googlemail.com / Tel. 07825840317
Free
Various starting points in Oxford
Social Touch rugby sessions.
www.in2touch.com / email: paul_farrington@sky.com / Tel. 0118 9696640
7pm. Free social touch, League £25.
Oxford RFC
Mixed ability, led classes. Strong, dynamic, energising yoga. Beginners welcome.
www.sashanorton.co.uk / email: sasha.norton@yahoo.com / Tel. 07710 237162
6.15 - 7.15pm.
Ozone Health & Fitness, nr Kassam Football Stadium (01865) 335300
Kung Fu Fujian White Crane Oxford Club
Traditional Chinese Martial Art. Beginners welcome.
www.fwckungfu.com / email: stefanw@fwckungfu.com / Tel. 07957 198 698
7.30-8.30pm
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Pilates Class In Headington STOTT Pilates Instructor
Treat and Strength your body with Pilates. Beginners welcome.
email: fabiserafim@hotmail.com / Tel. 07722 188945
5-6 pm £6.00
All Saints Church, Headington, Lime Walk.
Great way to get in shape, mixed classes, no memberships, no club fees.
email: nickkie696@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07834360988
New College Sports Ground, St Cross Road.
Free Family Tae Kwon Do Class Bytomic TKD
Free trial classes for the whole family. Fitness and fun!
www.btkd.co.uk / email: info@btkd.co.uk / Tel. 08450 212888
7pm
Magdelen Centre for Sports, Cowley Place, Oxford
Calm the mind; strengthen the body; deepen the breath
http://oxfordyoga.com / email: christina@oxfordyoga.com / Tel. 07809 438 539
5.15-6.40pm / 6.45-8pm, £5.50(£8)
St John's College, Prestwich Room
Vinyasa Flow Yoga Tiago Mendes
Intermediate level class. Focus on breath, flow, alignment and intention.
email: tiagomendes7@gmail.com / Tel. 07760444416
6.30-8pm, £42/£36 for 6 classes, £8 drop in
West Oxford Community Centre, Botley Road, OX2 0BT.
Bouncy castle, soft play, climbing equipment and more. Suitable for under 5’s but adult supervision is still required.
www.oxford.gov.uk/leisure / Tel. 0844 8933 222
10.30am - 12noon, from £1.20 per child
Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre, Pegasus Road, Blackbird Leys, OX4 6JL; Tel. 01865 467020.
CFQ for Beginners Kate Forster
Very simple qigong exercises for health and (immediate!) relaxation. Small friendly class. All welcome.
www.cfq.org.uk / Tel. 01865 251871
2.00 - 3.30pm £5
11, Norham Gardens
Oxford Ju Jitsu (Atado) Far Eastern Club - circa 50yrs
16yrs and over. Martial arts incorporating techniques from various other styles.
www.atado.co.uk / email: members@atado.co.uk / Tel. 07881 520203
Advanced, 8-10pm. £2.50 per session.
South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, off Abingdon Rd.
Hatha Yoga With Hazel Hazel Faithfull
All Welcome. Mixed ability classes combining breath movement and relaxation.
www.hazelfaithfull.co.uk / email: oxford.yoga@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07931 743785
9.30 - 11.00am six weeks £42. Drop in £9
Womens Institute Hall, N, Hinksey Lane, Botley, OX2
Early Morning Yoga Tiago Mendes
Dynamic Yoga class to start the day with more energy and inspiration.
email: tiagomendes7@gmail.com / Tel. 07760444416
7h15-8h15am, £6 drop in, £18/£20 for 4 classes
Asian Cultural Centre, Manzil Way, OX4 1GH.
Lunchtime Pilates Class Ivana Starkova
Stott Instructor - improve posture, prevent back pain, intermediate level.
www.ispilates.co.uk / email: enquiries@ispilates.co.uk / Tel. 07818 062351
12.15-1pm, £39 for 6
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Pilates Studio In Abingdon Pilates & Physiotherapy Centre
Pilates Equipment Classes,Individual/Remedial classes, Matwork, Sports Massage
www.oxfordpilates.co.uk / email: helenabradwell.pilates@ntlworld.com / Tel. 01235 555395/0774 789 5984
Contact reception for details
Coxeter House, Abingdon, OX14 5TS
Nia - The Joy Of Movement Healing Mind Body Spirit
A unique mix of dance/healing/martial arts and free expression
www.nianow.com / email: vickyrainbow@yahoo.com / Tel. 07910 531 371
5.30-6.30pm, £5 per class
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Social dancing till late. With George M & guests
email: salsahips1@yaho.co.uk / Tel. 07776430343
Beginners 7.30pm, improvers 9pm
The Fishes Pub, N Hinksey Lane, North Hinksey Village
Pilates Matwork Ivana Starkova
Stott instructor. Improve posture, strengthen lower back & abs, beg/int level
www.ispilates.co.uk / email: enquiries@ispilates.co.uk / Tel. 07818 062351
7.15-8.15pm, £54 for 6 weeks
Summertown Church Hall , Corner of Banbury & Portland Rds, Summertown, OX2 7EZ.
Tai Chi Oxford School of Tai Chi
Yang style Tai Chi and Qi Gong
www.oxfordtaichi.co.uk / email: emmaandphil@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07710 768 810
7.45 - 9.30pm
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Suitable for all levels and ability.
email: cfalce@btopenworld.com / Tel. 07977982906
8.15pm - 9.45pm, £8/£7
Yoga Garden, Behind Cibo's (on the right), South Parade, Summertown.
Beginner Adult Bike Rides! GO Active
1 hour slow, scenic, and social bike rides around Oxford City
www.getoxfordshireactive.org / email: aclare@oxford.gov.uk / Tel. 07833 400899
Mondays @ 5:30pm, £1 per ride
Oxford Cycle Workshop Training Centre, Glanville Rd, Cowley
Women's Only Gym with Creche East Oxford Children's Centre
Gym 1-2pm, Badminton 2-3pm. Creche 1-3pm. Booking required (tel)
Tel. 01865 248729
1-3pm. £2 per session (members), £3.50 (non members). Creche £1 per child per hour (members) £2.50 (non members)
East Oxford Games Hall, Collins Street
Pay as you go spinning class @ The Oxford Spin and Fitness studio
www.oxfordspinandfitness.co.uk / email: lisanaish@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07523 051541
7.15-8pm, £5
Garsington Rd, OX4 4NQ
Baby Bumpkin Exercise Taster Session Tatty Bumpkin Oxford
Yoga-inspired classes for you and your baby
www.oxford.tattybumpkin.com / email: classes@oxford.tattybumpkin.com / Tel. 07929 288964
11am, free taster session
Witney Scout Hut
Mon 6th Jul — Theatre Listings
Footloose - Sands Theatre Arts School
Based on the hit 80's movie, with 80's anthems including 'Holding out for a Hero', 'Let's Hear it for the Boy' and of course, 'Footloose'
7.30pm. £9, £7 concs
OFS Studio , 40 George Street, OX1 2AQ; Tel. 0844 847 2360.
Very special acoustic performance
Doors 7pm, £60 or £200 Meet & Greet
New Theatre, Oxford , George Street; Tel. 0844 8471585.
Romeo & Juliet Oxford Shakespeare Company
Directed by Guy Retallack, musical director Paul Kissaun. Suitable for all ages.
www.oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / email: info@oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / Tel. 0870 6092231 / 01865 305305
7:30pm. £20. Students: £15/£10. Under 12s £8 Under 5s Free
Wadham College Gardens.
I saw Romeo and Juliet at a preview performance on Saturday evening, 27th July, and was stunned. The heavens opened after a beautiful... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Tim: Against All Odds The Roaring Boys
A hilarious new comedy from the creators of cult hit Why We Ate Cliff Richard.
www.roaringboys.co.uk / email: ben@roaringboys.co.uk / Tel. 07769587116
8pm, £10 (£6)
Moser Theatre, Wadham College, Parks Road, Oxford.
An open air performance of Euripides' classic tragedy. Oxford premiere before US tour.
email: bacchaetour@gmail.com / Tel. 07747 864 961
8pm, £7.50 adults, £5.50 concs
Port Meadow, Walton Well Road Entrance.
Mon 6th Jul — Worship Listings
New Oxford centre for spiritual growth, based at St Michael at the North Gate (Cornmarket), offers quiet days (or part days), special services and 1-1 spiritual direction by arrangement.
www.ocsg.uk.net / email: info@ocsg.uk.net
9am-5pm
St Michael at the North Gate , Oxford City Church, Cornmarket, OX1 3EY; Email: admin@smng.org.uk; Tel. 01865 255776 / 01865 240940.
Tue 7th Jul
Odeon George Street (0871 2244 007) — Tue 7th Jul
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong. Subtitled, Fri 12.30, Sat 5.45, Tue 3.00, Thu 8.15pm
12.30, 3.00, 5.45, 8.15pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
2.30, 5.15, 8.00pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
1.00, 3.30, 6.00, 8.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs! Subtitled Sun 6.45, Mon 2.00, Wed 4.30
2.00, 4.30, 6.45pm
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events.
1.30, 4.00, 6.30, 9.00pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.00, 3.15, 7.00, 8.45pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Odeon Magdalen Street (0871 2244 007) — Tue 7th Jul
Young woman, in and out of rehab for 10 years, returns for her sister's wedding.
8.00pm
The most incredibly tedious two hours you can possibly imagine. Just a portrait of an overprivileged, never done a job in her... read more
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
2.00, 5.15, 8.30pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
1.30, 4.45, 8.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Phoenix Picture House (0870 758 3218) — Tue 7th Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
3.15, 6.00, 8.45pm
Two sisters start a business cleaning up crime scenes.
2.00, 6.30pm
I both envy and pity the filmmaker charged with casting a fictional family for a movie. As well as the usual dictates of chemistry... read more
Two footballing brothers struggle with fame & fortune. Spanish with subtitles.
4.15, 9.00pm
Rudo and Cursi is the tale of two Mexican brothers – Beto (aka Rudo), who has dreams of becoming a professional footballer... read more
Ultimate Picture Palace (245288) — Tue 7th Jul
The Hide [15] Submit review
Well crafted slow-boiling thriller. With birdwatching.
6.00pm
Meryl Streep in film version of the famous musical.
2.30pm
I never really even liked ABBA! - too chocolate- boxy for my taste but this film has opened me up to their music. Just loved it... read more
Compelling French thriller.
8.15pm
When a young woman (Diane Kruger) is arrested for murder all the evidence points to her. For three years her devoted husband,... read more
Vue Cinema (08712 240 240) — Tue 7th Jul
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.50, 2.20, 4.20 5.40, 7.45 (18+ only), 9.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events. Subtitled Tue 7.30pm.
5.10, 7.30, 9.45pm
Another installment of destruction and time travel.
9.15pm
It's Transformers for grown-ups.... read more
More exhibits come alive.
12 noon
Disappointing. It serves me right for going to see a movie whose creators were so lazy that they just called it No 2... read more
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong.
11.45am, 2.10, 4.40, 7.10, 9.30pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
12.40, 3.20, 6.00, 8.45pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs!
11.30, 11.55am, 2.00, 2.30, 4.30, 7.00pm
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One. Subtitled Sun: 1.50pm.
1.50, 5.15, 8.30pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
12.30, 3.00, 5.30, 8.00pm
Khambakht Ishq [tbc] Submit review
Bollywood special - Akshay Kumar & Kareena Kapoor.
1.15, 4.45, 8.15pm
Seniors' Club: Gran Torino [15]
Clint Eastwood as misanthropic Vietnam vet.
12.00pm
Gran Torino is for Eastwood what The Shootist was for Wayne: the perfect film to end a legend's career. John... read more
Tue 7th Jul — Concert Listings
George Fenton The North Wall Festival
Prolific film & TV composer (Looking For Eric, Planet Earth, Cry Freedom, Gandhi, Groundhog Day, etc.) 'in conversation', then in concert
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
7pm - 9.30pm (daytime music workshops beforehand - pse contact venue for details)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
The King's Own Musick Charivari Agreable Music by Candlelight Submit review
Composers for the most splendid courts and their attempts at popular appeal: Vivaldi, Telemann, Heinichen, JS Bach, CPE Bach & Fasch. Baroque oboe, bassoon & violin.
www.charivari.co.uk / email: festival@charivari.co.uk / Tel. 01865-305305 / Group bookings 01865-751928
8pm, £16 (OAP £15; students £10), 15% discount on groups of 10+
Exeter College Chapel , Turl St.
Artist Sarah Kenchington performs in the Entrance Space.
www.modernartoxford.org.uk / email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
12noon, free, just turn up
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Tue 7th Jul — Courses and Workshops Listings
Taoist Breathing & Meditation Oxford Internal Arts
Head tutors to UK's largest college of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986 621112
6.00-6.45pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Explore in a safe and enjoyable group; no nudity or sexual contact.
www.grovehouse.info / email: pollymclean@googlemail.com / Tel. 07870643260
Fortnightly, starting 21/4. 6-9pm. £110 for 7 session course (concs. available). Booking essential.
Grove House, Iffley
Meco Weekly Qur'an Seminar Muslim Education Centre Oxford
Critical analysis/commentary of Islam's sacred text by Muslim academic
www.meco.org.uk / email: info@meco.org.uk / Tel. 01865-766032
7pm - 9pm. £20 pcm. All welcome.
North Oxford Community Centre, next to Ferry Sports Centre, Summertown
George Fenton The North Wall Festival
Prolific film & TV composer (Looking For Eric, Planet Earth, Cry Freedom, Gandhi, Groundhog Day, etc.) 'in conversation', then in concert
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
7pm - 9.30pm (daytime music workshops beforehand - pse contact venue for details)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Headspace @ The Mill Oxfordshire Mind
Service to support students, with advice and guidance about stress in all forms. Some group sessions offering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Runs in termtime and through the vacs.
www.oxfordshire-mind.org.uk / email: themill@oxfordshire-mind.org.uk / Tel. 01865 263758
7 - 9.30pm
46 Cowley Rd, Oxford, OX4 1HZ
Kettlebell Training Course PowerBell Pump (Oxford)
An eight-week kettlebell training course, 30 mins 2 evenings per week
www.powerbellpump.co.uk / email: bookings@powerbellpump.co.uk / Tel. 0845 226 5647
7.00pm - 8 weeks
South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, off Abingdon Rd.
With local artist Francis O'Neill
www.francisoneill.net / email: francis@francisoneill.net / Tel. 07740 779457
7-9pm, £10/class
Magdalen Road Studios, Magdalen Road, Oxford
Learn in 3 months! Individual attention
email: hiral.t.parikh@gmail.com / Tel. 07846 333630
6pm
53 Windmill Road, Headington
Language Lounge Oxford Language Lounge
Language conversation practice group. All languages and abilities welc
email: Oxford.Language.Lounge@hotmail.co.uk
7.30pm, free
Kings Arms, 40 Holywell St; Tel. 01865 242369.
Explore your voice - have fun. Beginners welcome.
www.estherjanewilds.co.uk / email: info@estherjanewilds.co.uk / Tel. 01865 236058
Afternoon/Eve
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Acting Workshops 13th Theatre Co
Acting workshops for all. Kids, teens, adults - 13th Theatre Co.
email: 13theatrecompany@fsmail.net / Tel. 01865 741336/07818286445
£5 kids, 4.00pm; £5.50 teens, 5.30pm; £7.50 adults, 7pm. Concessions available.
OXSRAD, Court Place Farm, Marsh Lane, Marston.; Tel. 01865 741336.
Tue 7th Jul — Exhibition Listings
100 polaroids trace American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe's use of instant photography from 1970 to 1975. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Staged figures from the world of dance and fashion rendered in gold and silver monotones. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Oxfordshire Craft Guild Showcase
Ongoing selling exhibition of new work by Guild members.
www.oxfordshirecraftguild.co.uk
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Figurative oil paintings upstairs in the Tree Lounge. Selling exhibition (until 31 Jul)
www.amyhemingway.com
6pm-1am daily
Baby Simple, 213 Cowley Rd, OX4 1XF; Tel. 01865 202506.
Photographs and manuscripts from John F. Baddeley who became the St. Petersburg correspondent for the Standard (now Evening Standard) after visiting Russia for seven months in 1879.
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Carolyn Drake: Photographs of Central Asia
Photographs from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan by Istanbul-based documentary photographer
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Major exhibition looking at architecture as Mathematical Practice in England from 1500 - 1750 (until 6 Sep)
www.mhs.ox.ac.uk / email: museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
12-5pm, free
Museum of the History of Science , Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street. 12-5 Tue-Fri, 10-5 Sat, 2-5 Sun.; Tel. 01865 277280.
I probably wouldn't have gone to this exhibition if I didn't know one of its organisers, but I'd have missed a treat. This is... read more
My Ashmolean My Museum Ashmolean Museum Submit review
Outdoor photography exhibition by Theo Chalmers. Over forty portraits featuring actors, authors, artists and Oxfordshire residents with objects from the collection. Until 4th October.
www.ashmolean.org / Tel. 01865 278000
10am-5pm, free
Ashmolean Museum Forecourt
Visual exhibition featuring the 3-day week, punk, glam rock and disco fever. Try on 70s clothing, check out technological innovations, visit a trendy teenager’s bedroom and sit on a talking sofa. (until 12 July)
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
OBJECTS IN PERFORMANCE Submit review
Installation by artist/curator Gérard Mermoz exchanges the scientific taxonomy of museum displays for a theatrical staging of the objects (ends 4 Oct)
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
see earliest Alice in Wonderland books, Salvador dali illustrations and other treasures.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice
Free 9am - 5pm.
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Visual Pilgrimage - Clare Weiner
Artwork inspired by recent talks at St Giles'. Artist's talk Thursday 25 June, 12.30pm (exhibition ends 13 Jul)
12-2pm Mon-Fri
St Giles' Church, St. Giles; Tel. 01865 311198.
Something Strange Will Happen Notfamousyet Art Consultancy
Exciting contemporary art show of five emerging German artists with already international reputation (ends 20 Jul)
www.notfamousyet.co.uk / email: info@notfamousyet.co.uk / Tel. 07867900746
12-6pm, free
10 St Clements, Oxford
An Artful Craft Bodleian Library
Historic Bookbindings from the Broxbourne Library and other collections
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Bound For Success Bodleian Library
Designer Bookbinders International Competition 2009
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Proscholium, Bodleian Library
Canal & Floral Art Show Michele Field
Artist known for her canal paintings & vibrant floral canvases.
www.britishartists.co.uk/michele_field / Tel. 01235 771447
10am to 5pm daily
NATIONAL WATERWAYS MUSEUM, Stoke Bruerne,Towcester, Northampton NN12 7SE
Roddy Mccoll - Photography Roddy McColl
Contemporary photographs of Port Meadow and Oxford at The Perch. http://www.the-perch.co.uk/ or
www.roddymccoll.com / email: enquiries@roddymccoll.com / Tel. 01865 515120
Midday - 11pm
The Perch, Binsey Lane; Tel. 240386.
The Stylish Style - Between Renaissance & Baroque Submit review
Fine drawings from mid 16th Century, from Christ Church's own collection. Until 4th October. (Closed 29th July for maintenance.)
www.chch.ox.ac.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=828&Itemid=647
Christ Church Picture Gallery , Christ Church (entrance via Canterbury Gate / Oriel Square) Open: 1 Oct - 30 Apr: Mon-Sat, 10.30-1pm & 2-4.30pm; Sun, 2-4.30pm. 1 May - 30 Sep: Mon-Sat, 10.30-5pm; Sun, 2-5pm. £3/£2; Tel. 01865 276172.
Margie Mccregor Watercolour Ex
Enjoy viewing a selection of delightful watercolours
www.vickershotel.co.uk / Tel. 01993 811212
Vickers Hotel & Restaurant, Woodstock.
European Artist Exhange Partnership with MAO and OVADA
6 European and 6 Oxford Artists work on Land Art Residency at Oxford University, Harcourt Arboretum.
www.artinthearboretum.org / email: diana@dianabell.co.uk / Tel. 01865 730110
10 - 5 pm, £3
Harcourt Arboretum, Nuneham Courtenay; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. c/o 286690.
Rachel Ducker Exhibition Waterperry Gardens Ltd
An exhibition of wire figures ranging from life-size to a few cms high. Inside and outside the gallery
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk / email: gallery@waterperrygardens.co.uk / Tel. 01844 338085
10am - 5:30pm, every day, free
The Gallery at Waterperry
Photography By Hanuszik Zsolt. Opening Reception Sunday 5th July 7:30pm
www.thejamfactoryoxford.com / email: info@aarght.co.uk / Tel. 01865244613
10am-11pm, free
The Jam Factory , 27 Park End Street, OX1 1HU. Open Mon - Fri 8am - 11pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 11pm; Email: contact@thejamfactoryoxford.com; Tel. 01865 244613.
An exhibition by six artists from France, Germany and Romania. Until 21st July.
email: townhall@oxford.gov uk / Tel. 01865 252776
9am – 6pm, Free entry
Oxford Town Hall, 109-113 St Aldate's.
Artist Sarah Kenchington performs in the Entrance Space.
www.modernartoxford.org.uk / email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
12noon, free, just turn up
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Tue 7th Jul — Family Events Listings
Children Aged 2-7 Yrs Tatty Bumpkin Oxford
Yoga stories, relaxation, music, educational development and fun!
www.oxford.tattybumpkin.com / email: classes@oxford.tattybumpkin.com / Tel. 0845 6801519 / 07929 288964
10am & 11am
Woodstock Social Hall
Classes for 2 - 5 year olds. Yoga, stories, relaxation, educational development and fun!
www.oxford.tattybumpkin.com / email: classes@oxford.tattybumpkin.com / Tel. 0845 6801519 or 07929 288964
10 am
Woodstock Social Club
For children as young as four months old. Sessions introduce the child to the pool and through songs and play will develop confidence and movement in the water
Tel. 01865 467124
11.15am-12pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
10.15am-11.15am. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Friendly breastfeeding support drop-in for mums and mums-to-be
www.thebabycafe.org.uk / email: judy.comont@oxfordshire.gov.uk / Tel. 01865 716739
12.30 - 14.30 free drop-in
Rose Hill & Littlemore Children's Centre
Friendly breastfeeding drop-in for mums and mums-to-be
www.thebabycafe.org / email: julie_osborne@btconnect.com / Tel. 01865 764952 for General Enquiries
11.30-1.30 Donnington Doorstep, Townsend Square OX4 4BB
Various Venues see website
Tue 7th Jul — Festivals, Fairs and Markets Listings
A variety of stalls featuring arts and crafts, antiques, flowers, antiquarian books, food and much more. Accompanied by a selection of local musicians showcasing their talents on site.
10am-4pm
Oxford Castle, New Road.
The North Wall Festival The North Wall Arts Centre
Some of the country’s finest performers of comedy, drama and music.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
The King's Own Musick Charivari Agreable Music by Candlelight Submit review
Composers for the most splendid courts and their attempts at popular appeal: Vivaldi, Telemann, Heinichen, JS Bach, CPE Bach & Fasch. Baroque oboe, bassoon & violin.
www.charivari.co.uk / email: festival@charivari.co.uk / Tel. 01865-305305 / Group bookings 01865-751928
8pm, £16 (OAP £15; students £10), 15% discount on groups of 10+
Exeter College Chapel , Turl St.
Tue 7th Jul — Gig Listings
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Stingray Night Club A My Life My Choice Project
Carnival Club night run by and for people with learning disabilities
http://mylifemychoice.org.uk / email: stingrayarts@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 204214
7pm - 12am, £5
Bar Risa, Hythe Bridge Street
Ace Bushy Striptease, Saints Innocents
Indie-pop
8pm. £4
The Wheatsheaf, Wheatsheaf Alley, 129 High Street, OX1 4DF; Tel. 01865 721156.
The Howard Peacock Quintet The Oxford Jazz Club
Live jazz plus DJs playing r'n'b, funk and soul
9.30pm-midnight. DJ set till 1am. Free entry
Backroom @ The Bully, 162 Cowley Road; Tel. 244516; Fax: 202457.
8pm
Mason's Arms, Headington
Tue 7th Jul — Lectures, Seminars and Conferences Listings
George Fenton The North Wall Festival
Prolific film & TV composer (Looking For Eric, Planet Earth, Cry Freedom, Gandhi, Groundhog Day, etc.) 'in conversation', then in concert
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
7pm - 9.30pm (daytime music workshops beforehand - pse contact venue for details)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Space tourism is a popular idea in Sci-Fi, but could it soon become a reality?
www.scienceoxfordlive.com
19:30, £3 SO Friends Free
Science Oxford Live , 1 - 5 London Place, St Clements, OX4 1BD. Open Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm; Email: events@scienceoxford.com; Tel. 01865 810000.
Tue 7th Jul — Meeting Listings
Friends, coffee & conversation for international students and visitors in Oxford
www.globecafeoxford.org.uk / email: richard.power@standrewsoxford.org / Tel. 07925 394122
8-10pm, free refreshments
St Andrew's Church , Linton Road, Oxford; Email: parish.office@standrews.org; Tel. 01865 311212.
We meet every Tuesday to speak German, play games and do all kinds of activities
email: deutscherstammtisch@yahoo.co.uk
8:30pm, free
The Anchor Pub, corner Polstead Rd/Kingston Rd
Headspace @ The Mill Oxfordshire Mind
Service to support students, with advice and guidance about stress in all forms. Some group sessions offering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Runs in termtime and through the vacs.
www.oxfordshire-mind.org.uk / email: themill@oxfordshire-mind.org.uk / Tel. 01865 263758
7 - 9.30pm
46 Cowley Rd, Oxford, OX4 1HZ
Evening Cycle Rides CTC Wantage
Choice of easy, leisurely and sporty cycle rides each week through to September
www.wantagectc.org.uk / email: rides@wantagectc.org.uk / Tel. 01235 771538
Start 18:30 end 20:15 approx
Old Mill Hall, Grove, OX12 7LB
Language Lounge Oxford Language Lounge
Language conversation practice group. All languages and abilities welcome.
email: Oxford.Language.Lounge@hotmail.co.uk
7.30pm, free
Kings Arms, 40 Holywell St; Tel. 01865 242369.
Grúpa Gaeilge (irish Language)
Grúpa neamhfhoirmiúil a tagann le chéile chun an Gaeilge a labhairt. Irish group
www.oxgaeilge.blogspot.com/
8.00pm to 10.00pm free
Half Moon Public House, St Clements
Tue 7th Jul — Music and Dance Listings
Salsa Lessons with Giles & Rosa
Itching to learn Salsa? Join our beginners courses.
www.onsalsa.com / email: rosa@onsalsa.com / Tel. 07775 850386
7.30pm - 9.00pm
Summertown Church Hall , Corner of Banbury & Portland Rds, Summertown, OX2 7EZ.
Complete beginners 7pm, beginners 8pm, improvers 9pm. Keep fit and meet new friends!
www.vivasalsa.com / email: wendy@vivasalsa.com / Tel. 07905 484077
7pm, £5.50/session, £8 for 2
FAT LIL'S, 64a Corn St, Witney
Flair Dance Studio Learn to dance like the stars!
Freestyle & Street dance classes for children 4yrs + in & around Oxfordshire
www.flairdancestudio.co.uk / email: kellypoulter@btinternet.com / Tel. 01993 813373
5:30pm (Cowley under 13s), £4.50
Abingdon, Bicester, Cowley, Witney & Woodstock - see website for info
...and Social Dancing - Beginners, and Intermediate classes
www.jiveplus.com / email: coralie@jiveplus.com / Tel. 07767 360854
7.45 - 10.45pm, £8 pp (£5)
Trades & Labour Club, 32 West Bar St, Banbury, OX16 9RR
A variety of stalls featuring arts and crafts, antiques, flowers, antiquarian books, food and much more. Accompanied by a selection of local musicians showcasing their talents on site.
10am-4pm
Oxford Castle, New Road.
Pole Dance Classes Dance Inspires
Beginners to advanced, get fit and have fun. Taster sessions and pole parties.
www.danceinspires.co.uk / email: danceinspires@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07706 708097
baby love bar, 3 King Edward Street, Oxford (off High St @Oddbins); Tel. 01865 200011.
Zumba Fitness Zumba Fitness Oxford
Shake what your mama gave you! Get fit, have fun, that's it!
http://zumba.com / email: salsahips1@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07776 430343
6.30, £5
The Regal , 300 Cowley Road (corner of Magdalen Road), OX4 1US; Tel. 01865 241261.
Egyptian Belly Dance - Wantage Loreley Rice
Egyptian dance classes for fun & fitness. NEW class for complete beginners.
www.loreleyrice.co.uk / email: loreley@homecall.co.uk / Tel. 01367 710652
7.30-8.30 pm, £5.80 per class or £50 for 10-week term
Wantage Civic Hall
Lovely trad. style. 8wk Improvers/Refreshers course OS092026H. Advance booking.
www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/adultlearning / Tel. 0845 351 0646
Tues 7-8.30pm. £48
ark T Arts Centre, Crowell Road, Cowley.
Lovely trad. style. 8wk Improvers/Refreshers course OS092026H. Advance booking.
www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/adultlearning / Tel. 0845 351 0646
7-8.30pm. £48
ark T Arts Centre, Crowell Road, Cowley.
Tap for Beginners / Improvers of all ages. Relaxed fun class with friendly teacher.
email: sarah@expressiondance.co.uk
10:00-11:00am, £4.50
Rover Sports & Social Club, Roman Way, Cowley (behind BMW complex), OX4 6NL; Tel. 01865 717166 / 775463; Fax: 01865 826105 (fax).
Inter/Adv Adult Tap Dance Dance Rhythms
Fun and relaxed class for those with some previous experience.
email: sarah@expressiondance.co.uk
6:30 - 7:30pm, £5.00
Rover Sports & Social Club, Roman Way, Cowley (behind BMW complex), OX4 6NL; Tel. 01865 717166 / 775463; Fax: 01865 826105 (fax).
George Fenton The North Wall Festival
Prolific film & TV composer (Looking For Eric, Planet Earth, Cry Freedom, Gandhi, Groundhog Day, etc.) 'in conversation', then in concert
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
7pm - 9.30pm (daytime music workshops beforehand - pse contact venue for details)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Ballet, Tap & Modern Dance Expression
Dance classes for 2 1/2 year olds upwards. Friendly professional school.
www.expressiondance.co.uk / email: info@expressiondance.co.uk / Tel. 07956231155
Various classes from 3:45pm - 5:30pm
United Reformed Church, Collinwood Road, Risinghurst, OX3 8HW
Zumba @ the Regal zumba fitness oxford
Walk in, dance out. Kiss the world! 16yrs/116. Happy feet, big smile. That's it
http://zumba.com / email: salsahips1@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07776430343
6.30pm/£5/£4
The Regal , 300 Cowley Road (corner of Magdalen Road), OX4 1US; Tel. 01865 241261.
Pole Dance With Showgirls Showgirls Pole Dance
Pole Dancing classes, please call for info/times
www.inspirationshealth.co.uk/ / email: lucycropper@aol.com / Tel. 01235 811844
Inspirations Health Club, Didcot
4 levels: beg 1/beg 2/imp/intermed. Fun-as-you-learn classes - two left feet welcome!
http://the-regal .com / email: salships1@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07776430343
8pm / £5/£4
The Regal , 300 Cowley Road (corner of Magdalen Road), OX4 1US; Tel. 01865 241261.
Fun Salsa Classes In Banbury SalsaEngland
Fun & friendly classes, all levels. New 6wk beginners course starting each week.
www.SalsaEngland.org / email: SalsaEngland@aol.com / Tel. 07973 831 801
From 7:15pm
Que Pasa, 64 High Street, Banbury, OX16 5JJ
Learn the basics of bellydance with this 5 week course - suitable for beginners
email: annabelcoles@gmail.com
8.30 - 9.30pm, £25 for 5 weeks
St Albans Hall, Charles St
Explore your voice - have fun. Beginners welcome.
www.estherjanewilds.co.uk / email: info@estherjanewilds.co.uk / Tel. 01865 236058
Afternoon/Eve
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Tue 7th Jul — Pubs Listings
Quiz Night Every Tuesday @ 8pm
Are you an Egghead?? Come join us.
www.thecapeofgoodhopeoxford.co.uk / Tel. 01865 262291
Tuesday from 8pm. Entry £1 pp
Cape of Good Hope, Iffley Road
Language Lounge Oxford Language Lounge
Language conversation practice group. All languages and abilities welc
email: Oxford.Language.Lounge@hotmail.co.uk
7.30pm, free
Kings Arms, 40 Holywell St; Tel. 01865 242369.
Tue 7th Jul — Skills, Games and Volunteering Listings
Meco Qur'an Seminar Muslim Education Centre Oxford
Incisive analysis and discussion about Islam's sacred text by Muslim theologian
www.meco.org.uk / email: info@meco.org.uk / Tel. 01865-766032
7pm - 9pm. £20 pcm. All welcome.
North Oxford Community Centre, next to Ferry Sports Centre, Summertown
Headspace @ The Mill Oxfordshire Mind
Service to support students, with advice and guidance about stress in all forms. Some group sessions offering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Runs in termtime and through the vacs.
www.oxfordshire-mind.org.uk / email: themill@oxfordshire-mind.org.uk / Tel. 01865 263758
7 - 9.30pm
46 Cowley Rd, Oxford, OX4 1HZ
Language Lounge Oxford Language Lounge
Language conversation practice group. All languages and abilities welcome.
email: Oxford.Language.Lounge@hotmail.co.uk
7.30pm, free
Kings Arms, 40 Holywell St; Tel. 01865 242369.
Tue 7th Jul — Sports and Fitness Listings
Women's Boxercise Oxford Women's Boxercise
Get fit, burn fat, relieve stress.
email: faz1@fsmail.net / Tel. 01993 774407
8.30-9.30pm
Southwold Community Centre, Holm Way, Bicester, OX26 3UU
Tong Long kung fu classes, weapons, grapping, dit dar medicine, a complete system
www.southernmantiskungfu.co.uk / email: peter@southernmantiskungfu.co.uk / Tel. 07919 075543
7.30pm till 9.00pm
Asian Cultural Centre, Manzil Way, OX4 1GH.
Intermediate Yoga Class Sue Pennington
Deepen your practice. Asana/pranayama/relaxation.
www.suepennington.com / email: suepennington@yahoo.com / Tel. 01865 776759
6 - 8pm, £10/£9/£8
Asian Cultural Centre, Manzil Way, OX4 1GH.
Women's Football Headington Athletic WFC
PLAYERS WANTED!!
www.freewebs.com/headingtonathleticwfc / email: womensfootball@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07727277080
7.30-9pm
City Centre
Pilates class in Abingdon every Monday and Tuesday night.
www.candomartialarts.co.uk/pilates/ / email: virginia@candomartialarts.co.uk / Tel. 07989 949226
6:30pm - 7:30pm and 7:30 - 8:30pm
Abingdon School, Abingdon
Jeet Kune Do Can Do Martial Arts
Mixed Martial Art classes Monday, Tuesday and Thursday nights
www.candomartialarts.co.uk / email: virginia@candomartialarts.co.uk / Tel. 07989949226
8:30 - 9:30pm
Abingdon School and WHLTC in Abingdon
For children as young as four months old. Sessions introduce the child to the pool and through songs and play will develop confidence and movement in the water
Tel. 01865 467124
11.15am-12pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
10.15am-11.15am. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Tennis Clubnight Norham Gardens Tennis Club
All standards welcome.
www.norham.org.uk/
6 pm; free to members; free taster session for prospective members
Alexandra Courts, Summertown
Short Bike Rides For Women Isis Cyclists CTC
Bike rides for women of all ages and abilities (5-10 miles & 15-20 miles). FIRST & THIRD Saturday of each month, plus the occasional other Sat - CHECK WEBSITE FOR DATE BEFORE TRAVELLING!
http://isiscyclistsctc.wordpress.com / email: isiscyclistsctc@googlemail.com / Tel. 07825840317
Free
Various starting points in Oxford
Zumba Fitness Zumba Fitness Oxford
Shake what your mama gave you! Get fit, have fun, that's it!
http://zumba.com / email: salsahips1@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07776 430343
6.30, £5
The Regal , 300 Cowley Road (corner of Magdalen Road), OX4 1US; Tel. 01865 241261.
Mixed ability, led classes. Strong, dynamic, energising yoga. Beginners welcome.
www.sashanorton.co.uk / email: sasha.norton@yahoo.com / Tel. 07710 237162
6pm - 7.15pm, £7 (£5.60)
Yoga Garden, Behind Cibo's (on the right), South Parade, Summertown.
Kung Fu Fujian White Crane Oxford Club
Traditional Chinese Martial Art. Beginners welcome.
www.fwckungfu.com / email: stefanw@fwckungfu.com / Tel. 07957 198 698
7.30-8.30pm
Summertown Church Hall , Corner of Banbury & Portland Rds, Summertown, OX2 7EZ.
Suang Yang Fujian White Crane Oxford Club
Soft style martial art famed for its health benefits. Beginners welcome.
www.fwckungfu.com / email: stefanw@fwckungfu.com / Tel. 07957 198 698
8.30-9.30pm
Summertown Church Hall , Corner of Banbury & Portland Rds, Summertown, OX2 7EZ.
Ox. Softball - Players Needed Oxford Angels Softball Club
Mixed-sex rec league, Oxford Angels need girls to play!
www.oxfordangels.com / email: clubhouse#oxfordangels.com
6:45pm for 7pm start
Rover Sports & Social Club, Roman Way, Cowley (behind BMW complex), OX4 6NL; Tel. 01865 717166 / 775463; Fax: 01865 826105 (fax).
Aikido-Te is a truly effective combat style that manipulates opponents' energy.
www.bushido-oxford.com / email: instructor@bushido-oxford.com / Tel. 07971 854579
Call to arrange free lesson!
Mill Street Dojo
Exercise Classes for the over 50s Age Concern Oxon. & Ox. City Council
Over 50 and fancy trying out some exercise classes? Have fun, meet new friends, get fitter - at your own pace.
Tel. Ox. City Homes: 0800227676 Age Concern: 01865 717614
11.15am-12noon - first 2 sessions free; £1 thereafter
Communal Lounge, Atkyns Court, Wood Farm
Korfball: Mixed Sex Team Sport Didcot Dragons Korfball Club
A mixed sex team game which is like both netball + basketball. Beginners welcome.
www.geocities.com/didcotkorfball/ / email: didcotkorfball@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07796 388776
7:30-9pm, £5 per week
Willowbrook Leisure Centre, Didcot
Pole Dance Classes Dance Inspires
Beginners to Advanced. Get fit & have fun! Taster sessions & pole parties.
www.danceinspires.co.uk / email: kate@danceinspires.co.uk / Tel. 07909 974256
£10 per hour all classes.
baby love bar, 3 King Edward Street, Oxford (off High St @Oddbins); Tel. 01865 200011.
Running Club Oxford University Press
OUP Running Club: come and run or jog with us, whatever your fitness level.
email: laurapeacock00@hotmail.com
6.15 every Tuesday
Jordan Hill, north of Summertown
Taoist Breathing & Meditation Oxford Internal Arts
Head Tutors to UK's largest school of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986621112
6-7.30pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Qigong Complete Foundation Oxford Internal Arts
Head Tutors to UK's largest school of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986621112
6-7.30pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
T'ai Chi Complete Foundation Oxford Internal Arts
Head Tutors to UK's largest school of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986621112
6.00-7.30pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Beginners Yoga focusing on movement with breath for strength and flexibility
www.anitalewisyoga.com / email: anita@anitalewisyoga.com / Tel. 07726 841815
6-7.15pm, £8/£7 (£42/6 weeks)
St. Albans Hall, Charles St
Tap for Beginners / Improvers of all ages. Relaxed fun class with friendly teacher.
email: sarah@expressiondance.co.uk
10:00-11:00am, £4.50
Rover Sports & Social Club, Roman Way, Cowley (behind BMW complex), OX4 6NL; Tel. 01865 717166 / 775463; Fax: 01865 826105 (fax).
Inter/Adv Adult Tap Dance Dance Rhythms
Fun and relaxed class for those with some previous experience.
email: sarah@expressiondance.co.uk
6:30 - 7:30pm, £5.00
Rover Sports & Social Club, Roman Way, Cowley (behind BMW complex), OX4 6NL; Tel. 01865 717166 / 775463; Fax: 01865 826105 (fax).
All Welcome. Mixed ability classes combining breath movement and relaxation.
www.hazelfaithfull.co.uk / email: oxford.yoga@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07931 743785
6.00 - 7.30pm six weeks £45. Drop in £9.50
Old Headington Vilage Hall, Dunstan Road opposte Stoke Place
Pilates Studio In Abingdon Pilates & Physiotherapy Centre
Pilates Equipment Classes,Individual/Remedial classes, Matwork, Sports Massage
www.oxfordpilates.co.uk / email: helenabradwell.pilates@ntlworld.com / Tel. 01235 555395/0774 789 5984
Contact reception for details
Coxeter House, Abingdon, OX14 5TS
Mixed Indoor Football - Botley wolff fitness Ltd
Get fit in 2009! All welcome, all skills, relaxed yet competetive environment!
www.wolfffitness.co.uk / email: dwl@wolfffitness.co.uk / Tel. 07960 258935
6-8pm
Westminster Sports Centre, Botley
Women's Only Gym with Creche East Oxford Children's Centre
Gym 1-2pm, Badminton 2-3pm. Creche 1-3pm. Booking required (tel)
Tel. 01865 248729
1-3pm. £2 per session (members), £3.50 (non members). Creche £1 per child per hour (members) £2.50 (non members)
East Oxford Games Hall, Collins Street
Korfball: Mixed Sex Team Sport Oxford Isis Korfball Club
Fun, sociable team sport, like Handball/Basketball but better! Beginners welcome
http://oxfordisis.co.uk / email: info@oxfordisis.co.uk
7 - 8.30pm 1st 2 sessions free
Fogwell road recreation ground, Botley, Oxford, OX2 9SA
Pay as you go spinning class @ The Oxford Spin and Fitness studio
www.oxfordspinandfitness.co.uk / email: lisanaish@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07523 051541
12.15- 1pm & 6.15-7pm, £5
Garsington Rd, OX4 4NQ
Tue 7th Jul — Theatre Listings
Footloose - Sands Theatre Arts School
Based on the hit 80's movie, with 80's anthems including 'Holding out for a Hero', 'Let's Hear it for the Boy' and of course, 'Footloose'
7.30pm. £9, £7 concs
OFS Studio , 40 George Street, OX1 2AQ; Tel. 0844 847 2360.
Dancing In My Dreams Oxfordshire Theatre Company
A musical play inspired by the many children whose lives were changed forever by wartime Britain
www.oxfordshiretheatrecompany.co.uk / Tel. 01865 249444
7.30pm, £8 (£6), family (4) £25
Wantage Civic Hall, Portway, Wantage, Oxon OX12 9BX
This excellent musical play tells the story of Kathleen O’Neill, evacuated with her sister Christina from the East End of London... read more
Romeo & Juliet Oxford Shakespeare Company
Directed by Guy Retallack, musical director Paul Kissaun. Suitable for all ages.
www.oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / email: info@oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / Tel. 0870 6092231 / 01865 305305
7:30pm. £15. Students: £15/£10. Under 12s £8 Under 5s Free
Wadham College Gardens.
I saw Romeo and Juliet at a preview performance on Saturday evening, 27th July, and was stunned. The heavens opened after a beautiful... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
An open air performance of Euripides' classic tragedy. Oxford premiere before US tour.
email: bacchaetour@gmail.com / Tel. 07747 864 961
8pm, £7.50 adults, £5.50 concs
Port Meadow, Walton Well Road Entrance.
Tue 7th Jul — Worship Listings
All are welcome to our method of worship based on waiting in silence.
www.oxfordquakers.org/about / email: oxfordpm@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 557373
7.30 - 8.00am, followed by breakfast.
43 St. Giles, Oxford, OX1 3LW.
New Oxford centre for spiritual growth, based at St Michael at the North Gate (Cornmarket), offers quiet days (or part days), special services and 1-1 spiritual direction by arrangement.
www.ocsg.uk.net / email: info@ocsg.uk.net
9am-5pm
St Michael at the North Gate , Oxford City Church, Cornmarket, OX1 3EY; Email: admin@smng.org.uk; Tel. 01865 255776 / 01865 240940.
Wed 8th Jul — Balls Listings
Summer Serenade LMH & Classical Opera Company
Concert with celebrity readers Bill Nighy & Diana Quick. Reception & dinner.
www.lmh-alumni.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=555 / email: development@lmh.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 274 362
6pm, £100
Lady Margaret Hall, Norham Gardens; Tel. 274300.
Wed 8th Jul
Odeon George Street (0871 2244 007) — Wed 8th Jul
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong. Subtitled, Fri 12.30, Sat 5.45, Tue 3.00, Thu 8.15pm
3.00, 5.45, 8.15pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
2.30, 5.15, 8.00pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
1.00, 3.30, 6.00, 8.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs! Subtitled Sun 6.45, Mon 2.00, Wed 4.30
2.00, 4.30, 6.45pm
Senior Screen: Young Victoria [PG]
Emily Blunt as the young queen.
10.45am
Refreshingly intelligent and beautifully acted, The Young Victoria is a majestic achievement for a mini-budget film.... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events.
1.30, 4.00, 6.30, 9.00pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.00, 3.15, 7.00, 8.45pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Odeon Magdalen Street (0871 2244 007) — Wed 8th Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
2.00, 5.15, 8.30pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
1.30, 4.45, 8.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Phoenix Picture House (0870 758 3218) — Wed 8th Jul
The Big Scream: Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger. Exclusive screening for parents with children under one.
11.30am
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
3.15, 6.00, 8.45pm
Two sisters start a business cleaning up crime scenes.
2.00, 6.30pm
I both envy and pity the filmmaker charged with casting a fictional family for a movie. As well as the usual dictates of chemistry... read more
Two footballing brothers struggle with fame & fortune. Spanish with subtitles.
4.15, 9.00pm
Rudo and Cursi is the tale of two Mexican brothers – Beto (aka Rudo), who has dreams of becoming a professional footballer... read more
Ultimate Picture Palace (245288) — Wed 8th Jul
The Hide [15] Submit review
Well crafted slow-boiling thriller. With birdwatching.
6.00pm
Meryl Streep in film version of the famous musical.
2.30pm
I never really even liked ABBA! - too chocolate- boxy for my taste but this film has opened me up to their music. Just loved it... read more
Compelling French thriller.
8.15pm
When a young woman (Diane Kruger) is arrested for murder all the evidence points to her. For three years her devoted husband,... read more
Vue Cinema (08712 240 240) — Wed 8th Jul
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.50, 2.20, 4.20 5.40, 7.45, 9.00, 11.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events. Subtitled Tue 7.30pm.
5.10, 7.30, 9.45pm
Another installment of destruction and time travel.
9.15pm
It's Transformers for grown-ups.... read more
More exhibits come alive.
12 noon
Disappointing. It serves me right for going to see a movie whose creators were so lazy that they just called it No 2... read more
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong.
11.45am, 2.10, 4.40, 7.10, 9.30, 11.50pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
12.40, 3.20, 6.00, 8.45pm
Blood: The Last Vampire [18] Submit review
Adventures of a half-human half-vampire samurai named Saya.
11.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs!
11.30, 11.55am, 2.00, 2.30, 4.30, 7.00pm
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One. Subtitled Sun: 1.50pm.
1.50, 5.15, 8.30, 11.40pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
12.30, 3.00, 5.30, 8.00, 10.30pm
Khambakht Ishq [tbc] Submit review
Bollywood special - Akshay Kumar & Kareena Kapoor.
1.15, 4.45, 8.15pm
Wed 8th Jul — Concert Listings
Sheldonian Theatre , Broad Street; Tel. 305305 .
Jack Gibbons plays Gershwin Jack Gibbons Summer Concerts 2009
Breath-taking note-for-note recreations of George Gershwin's original improvisations. Rhapsody in Blue, I Got Rhythm, The Man I Love, etc.
www.jackgibbons.com/oxfordconcerts.htm / Tel. 01865 305305
8pm, £15 from website, £55 for all 11 concerts
Holywell Music Room, Holywell Street.
If you haven't heard Jack Gibbons play Gershwin, you really should*. He's amazing. Three reasons: firstly, the electrifying vivacity... read more
Summer Serenade LMH & Classical Opera Company
Concert with celebrity readers Bill Nighy & Diana Quick. Reception & dinner.
www.lmh-alumni.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=555 / email: development@lmh.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 274 362
6pm, £100
Lady Margaret Hall, Norham Gardens; Tel. 274300.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Alison Balsom plays Haydn Oxford Philomusica
British virtuoso trumpeter, Balsom, plays Pleyel, Cramer and Haydn, including the Trumpet Concerto in E flat.
Tel. 01865 305305
8pm, £10 - £37
Sheldonian Theatre , Broad Street; Tel. 305305 .
Folk Songs from Around the World Oxfordshire County Music Service and Sing-Up Oxfordshire
Sung by primary schoolchildren from Oxfordshire, with conductor Nicholas Cleobury, soloists from the National Youth Choir and Nicola Emmanuelle.
www.singup.org/
7.30pm, £6 (conc £5), family £20 (2+2)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Artist Sarah Kenchington performs in the Entrance Space.
www.modernartoxford.org.uk / email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
12noon, free, just turn up
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Wed 8th Jul — Courses and Workshops Listings
Sahaja Yoga Meditation Sahaja Yoga
Ancient Meditation Techniques to Relax, Destress and Know your Inner Self.
www.sahajayoga.org.uk / email: westbrook108@googlemail.com / Tel. 01235 550654
7pm, free
Asian Cultural Centre, Manzil Way, Off Cowley Road, OX4 1GH
Taoist Breathing & Meditation Oxford Internal Arts
Head tutors to UK's largest college of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986 621112
6.00-6.45pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Intermediate Taoist Meditation Oxford Internal Arts
Head tutors to UK's largest college of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986 621112
7.30-9.00pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
English Theatre Courses Act 1 English
Rehearse and perform a play in five weeks!
www.act1english.com / email: act1english@act1english.com / Tel. 07914987990
6pm, £180 (25 hour course)
Summertown
CFQ for Beginners Ian Threadgill
Very simple qigong exercises for health and (immediate!) relaxation. Small friendly class. All welcome.
www.cfq.org.uk / email: cfqoxford@gmail.com
7.00pm - 8.30pm £5
SS Philip & James School, Navigation Way.
Restore Project - It Skills Oxford Women's Training
2 day/week course. Increase your know-how IT skills - Contact us today!
www.ocvc.ac.uk / email: jsilva@ocvc.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 550827
10am - 1.15pm
Oxford & Cherwell Valley College - Blackbird Leys Campus , Cuddesdon Way, Oxford, OX4 6HN; Email: enquiries@ocvc.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 550550; Fax: 01865 269299.
Moving meditation practice - explore your own unique dance
email: hilarykneale@hotmail.com / Tel. 07799694546
7.30 - 9.30pm, £10/£8
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Buddhist Meditation Classes Shantideva Buddhist Centre
Classes include guided meditations and a talk on Buddhist thought.
www.learntomeditate.org/meditation_oxford.htm / email: info@learntomeditate.org / Tel. 01189599133
7.30 - 9.15pm, £5 + refreshments
43 St. Giles, Oxford, OX1 3LW.
Meet others, learn new skills, includes tools, resources, drinks.
Tel. 01235 550168
10.15 - 12.15 £8
Radley Road, Abingdon
Capoeira Regional Classes Abolicao Oxford Capoeira Club
Capoeira is an exciting Afro-Brazilian martial art. Adult class.
www.abolicao.co.uk / Tel. 01865 428404
8 - 9.30pm, £7 (£5)
Oxford Brookes University Sports Campus
Kettlebell Training Course PowerBell Pump
An eight-week kettlebell training course, 30 mins 2 evenings per week
www.powerbellpump.co.uk / email: bookings@powerbellpump.co.uk / Tel. 0845 226 5647
6.00pm for 8 weeks
Wesley Memorial Church , New Inn Hall St; Email: churchoffice@wesleymem.org.uk; Tel. 01865 243216; Fax: 01865 247706.
The Fear Course Remarkable Performance Ltd.
Fear management with DR. DAVID WILKINSON
http:// www.fearcourse.com / email: yolly@fearcourse.com / Tel. 020 81335091
9:30am-4:30pm, £169
Oxford Brookes University, Headington Hill Hall
Learn in 3 months! Individual attention
email: hiral.t.parikh@gmail.com / Tel. 07846 333630
6pm
53 Windmill Road, Headington
Explore your voice - have fun. Beginners welcome.
www.estherjanewilds.co.uk / email: info@estherjanewilds.co.uk / Tel. 01865 236058
9-12am
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Wed 8th Jul — Exhibition Listings
100 polaroids trace American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe's use of instant photography from 1970 to 1975. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Staged figures from the world of dance and fashion rendered in gold and silver monotones. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Oxfordshire Craft Guild Showcase
Ongoing selling exhibition of new work by Guild members.
www.oxfordshirecraftguild.co.uk
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Figurative oil paintings upstairs in the Tree Lounge. Selling exhibition (until 31 Jul)
www.amyhemingway.com
6pm-1am daily
Baby Simple, 213 Cowley Rd, OX4 1XF; Tel. 01865 202506.
Photographs and manuscripts from John F. Baddeley who became the St. Petersburg correspondent for the Standard (now Evening Standard) after visiting Russia for seven months in 1879.
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Carolyn Drake: Photographs of Central Asia
Photographs from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan by Istanbul-based documentary photographer
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Major exhibition looking at architecture as Mathematical Practice in England from 1500 - 1750 (until 6 Sep)
www.mhs.ox.ac.uk / email: museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
12-5pm, free
Museum of the History of Science , Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street. 12-5 Tue-Fri, 10-5 Sat, 2-5 Sun.; Tel. 01865 277280.
I probably wouldn't have gone to this exhibition if I didn't know one of its organisers, but I'd have missed a treat. This is... read more
My Ashmolean My Museum Ashmolean Museum Submit review
Outdoor photography exhibition by Theo Chalmers. Over forty portraits featuring actors, authors, artists and Oxfordshire residents with objects from the collection. Until 4th October.
www.ashmolean.org / Tel. 01865 278000
10am-5pm, free
Ashmolean Museum Forecourt
Visual exhibition featuring the 3-day week, punk, glam rock and disco fever. Try on 70s clothing, check out technological innovations, visit a trendy teenager’s bedroom and sit on a talking sofa. (until 12 July)
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
OBJECTS IN PERFORMANCE Submit review
Installation by artist/curator Gérard Mermoz exchanges the scientific taxonomy of museum displays for a theatrical staging of the objects (ends 4 Oct)
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
see earliest Alice in Wonderland books, Salvador dali illustrations and other treasures.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice
Free 9am - 5pm.
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Visual Pilgrimage - Clare Weiner
Artwork inspired by recent talks at St Giles'. Artist's talk Thursday 25 June, 12.30pm (exhibition ends 13 Jul)
12-2pm Mon-Fri
St Giles' Church, St. Giles; Tel. 01865 311198.
Something Strange Will Happen Notfamousyet Art Consultancy
Exciting contemporary art show of five emerging German artists with already international reputation (ends 20 Jul)
www.notfamousyet.co.uk / email: info@notfamousyet.co.uk / Tel. 07867900746
12-6pm, free
10 St Clements, Oxford
An Artful Craft Bodleian Library
Historic Bookbindings from the Broxbourne Library and other collections
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Bound For Success Bodleian Library
Designer Bookbinders International Competition 2009
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Proscholium, Bodleian Library
Canal & Floral Art Show Michele Field
Artist known for her canal paintings & vibrant floral canvases.
www.britishartists.co.uk/michele_field / Tel. 01235 771447
10am to 5pm daily
NATIONAL WATERWAYS MUSEUM, Stoke Bruerne,Towcester, Northampton NN12 7SE
Roddy Mccoll - Photography Roddy McColl
Contemporary photographs of Port Meadow and Oxford at The Perch. http://www.the-perch.co.uk/ or
www.roddymccoll.com / email: enquiries@roddymccoll.com / Tel. 01865 515120
Midday - 11pm
The Perch, Binsey Lane; Tel. 240386.
The Stylish Style - Between Renaissance & Baroque Submit review
Fine drawings from mid 16th Century, from Christ Church's own collection. Until 4th October. (Closed 29th July for maintenance.)
www.chch.ox.ac.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=828&Itemid=647
Christ Church Picture Gallery , Christ Church (entrance via Canterbury Gate / Oriel Square) Open: 1 Oct - 30 Apr: Mon-Sat, 10.30-1pm & 2-4.30pm; Sun, 2-4.30pm. 1 May - 30 Sep: Mon-Sat, 10.30-5pm; Sun, 2-5pm. £3/£2; Tel. 01865 276172.
Margie Mccregor Watercolour Ex
Enjoy viewing a selection of delightful watercolours
www.vickershotel.co.uk / Tel. 01993 811212
Vickers Hotel & Restaurant, Woodstock.
European Artist Exhange Partnership with MAO and OVADA
6 European and 6 Oxford Artists work on Land Art Residency at Oxford University, Harcourt Arboretum.
www.artinthearboretum.org / email: diana@dianabell.co.uk / Tel. 01865 730110
10 - 5 pm, £3
Harcourt Arboretum, Nuneham Courtenay; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. c/o 286690.
Rachel Ducker Exhibition Waterperry Gardens Ltd
An exhibition of wire figures ranging from life-size to a few cms high. Inside and outside the gallery
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk / email: gallery@waterperrygardens.co.uk / Tel. 01844 338085
10am - 5:30pm, every day, free
The Gallery at Waterperry
Photography By Hanuszik Zsolt. Opening Reception Sunday 5th July 7:30pm
www.thejamfactoryoxford.com / email: info@aarght.co.uk / Tel. 01865244613
10am-11pm, free
The Jam Factory , 27 Park End Street, OX1 1HU. Open Mon - Fri 8am - 11pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 11pm; Email: contact@thejamfactoryoxford.com; Tel. 01865 244613.
An exhibition by six artists from France, Germany and Romania. Until 21st July.
email: townhall@oxford.gov uk / Tel. 01865 252776
9am – 6pm, Free entry
Oxford Town Hall, 109-113 St Aldate's.
Artist Sarah Kenchington performs in the Entrance Space.
www.modernartoxford.org.uk / email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
12noon, free, just turn up
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Wed 8th Jul — Family Events Listings
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
5.30pm to 6.30pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
For children who can swim five metres on their front and back, Cygnets will continue to improve their swimming ability and stroke technique
Tel. 01865 467124
6.30pm-7.15pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Bus Museum & Morris Motors Exp Oxford Bus Museum
Children's Play Area and Cafe. Special events see website. Open Wednesdays and weekends.
www.oxfordbusmuseum.org.uk / Tel. 01993883617
10.30am - 4.30pm Adults £4, Children £2, Family £9, Sen/Disabled £3
Oxford Bus Museum, Station Yard, Long Hanborough, OX29 8LA
Friendly breastfeeding drop-in for mums and mums-to-be
www.thebabycafe.org / email: julie_osborne@btconnect.com / Tel. 01865 764952
11.30am-1.30pm / Free
The Roundabout Centre, Waynflete Rd OX3 9DD
Friendly breastfeeding drop-in for mums and mums-to-be
www.thebabycafe.org / email: julie_osborne@btconnect.com / Tel. 01865 764952 for General Enquiries
11-1 John Watson Nursery, Wheatley OX33 1NN
Various Venues see website
Friendly local team for Year 5 boys. All coaches are FA level 1 qualifications and have been CRB-checked.
email: mward@biocentury.com / Tel. Mike Ward, 01865 512184
6.30 - 7.30pm
Five Mile Drive Playing Fields, Wolvercote
Singing The World Oxfordshire County Music Service and Sing-up Oxfordshire
Schoolchildren from Oxfordshire are invited to sing folk songs from around the world, conducted by Nicholas Cleobury. The children will perform in the evening concert after working with music professionals in fun-packed workshops during the day. Booking essential
7.30pm. £6, £5 (concs)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
Poetry And Music Evening Oxford Castle Unlocked
Pegasus Primary School children present their own poetry and music.
www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk / email: education@oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk / Tel. 01865 260668
6pm - 7.30pm, free.
Oxford Castleyard
Under 5s Football Coaching Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre
Under 5s Football Coaching Free Taster Sessions
www.oxford.gov.uk/leisure/blackbird-leys-leisure-centre.cfm / email: benjamin.oakley-rowland@fusion-lifestyle.com / Tel. 01865 467020
10.00am - 10.45am Free Taster Sessions All Welcome
Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre, Pegasus Road, Blackbird Leys, OX4 6JL; Tel. 01865 467020.
Folk Songs from Around the World Oxfordshire County Music Service and Sing-Up Oxfordshire
Sung by primary schoolchildren from Oxfordshire, with conductor Nicholas Cleobury, soloists from the National Youth Choir and Nicola Emmanuelle.
www.singup.org/
7.30pm, £6 (conc £5), family £20 (2+2)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
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Wed 8th Jul — Festivals, Fairs and Markets Listings
Gloucester Green Wednesday Market Oxford City Council
Weekly general market
Tel. Market Co-ordinator: 01865 242216
9am-5pm
Gloucester Green, Between Beaumont St, George St and Walton St.
The North Wall Festival The North Wall Arts Centre
Some of the country’s finest performers of comedy, drama and music.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Wed 8th Jul — Gig Listings
Ibiza party style, free-shots and hot surprises..
email: digo_baena@hotmail.com
9pm - 3am, £4
Que Pasa Bar, 12 New Rd
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
The Sheila Salway Trio performs live jazz
www.rj21.co.uk / email: eat@rj21.co.uk / Tel. 01865201120
8pm, free
RJ@21, 21 Cowley Road
Compete for a £50 gig or vote for the act you’d like to hear again.
www.myspace.com/pontmusicconsultants / email: PontMusic@aol.com / Tel. 07769 608124
8ish till 11. Free
Folly Bridge Inn, Abingdon Road; Tel. 01865 790106.
Me My Head, Vixens, The Keyz TCT Music Presents
Thrash grunge
7pm £5
Seacourt Inn, West Way, Botley
Folk Songs from Around the World Oxfordshire County Music Service and Sing-Up Oxfordshire
Sung by primary schoolchildren from Oxfordshire, with conductor Nicholas Cleobury, soloists from the National Youth Choir and Nicola Emmanuelle.
www.singup.org/
7.30pm, £6 (conc £5), family £20 (2+2)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Wed 8th Jul — Lectures, Seminars and Conferences Listings
The Fear Course Remarkable Performance Ltd.
Fear management with DR. DAVID WILKINSON
http:// www.fearcourse.com / email: yolly@fearcourse.com / Tel. 020 81335091
9:30am-4:30pm, £169
Oxford Brookes University, Headington Hill Hall
Speedwell Trust Lecture Speedwell and WellBeing Trust
Capt. John Hoyte. "The aerotoxic syndrome; impacts of toxic fumes in aircraft"
www.speedwellbeing.org.uk / Tel. 01865-554089
7.30 p.m £2 members; £4 others
Green Templeton College , Woodstock Rd, OX2 6HG; Tel. 01865 274770.
Wed 8th Jul — Meeting Listings
The Corner Age Concern Oxfordshire
A community hub for the 50+. Including: cafe, activities and much more...
www.ageconcernoxon.org.uk/whatson/oxford.htm / email: janesmith@ageconcernoxon.org.uk / Tel. 079 20576385 / (01235) 849 400
Cafe open from 10am, lunch served at 12pm
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Singles 4.5 mile Walk, Hardwick WOW Singles Walk & Social Club
Dogs/kids welcome. Optional pub meal at end
www.walkers.meetup.com/385 / email: wowwalkers@gmail.com / Tel. 07833685899
6 45pm meet for 7pm walk off
Hardwick village (see site for exact location)
Wed 8th Jul — Music and Dance Listings
...and Social Dancing. Begs/Ints. 2 left feet our speciality!
www.jiveplus.com / email: coralie@jiveplus.com / Tel. 07767 360854
7.45 - 10.45pm, £8 pp (£5)
Langdale Hall, Langdale Gate, Witney, OX28 6AB
Salsa Classes New Start Time!! with salsaOxford
Salsa Classes every Wednesday (since 1996!). Beginners welcome every week!!
www.salsaOxford.com / email: lisa@salsaOxford.com / Tel. 07885 574360
7.30 Level 1 (Absolute Beginners + Beginners), 8.30pm Level 2. £7 per lesson, £5 students.
Wesley Church Hall, New Inn Hall Street, Central Oxford, OX1 2DH
Egyptian Belly Dance - Didcot Loreley Rice
Egyptian dance classes for fun & fitness: Beginners 7-8 pm, Improvers 8-9 pm
www.loreleyrice.co.uk / email: loreley@homecall.co.uk / Tel. 01367 710652
£5.80 or £60 for 12-week term
Ladygrove Community Centre, Tamar Way, Didcot, OX11 7QH
Egyptian Dance Classes Raqs Sharqi Society
Lovely style - trad. roots/modern feel. Gen/Intermediates. Pls book by email/phone
www.raqssharqisociety.org / email: katrinagaye@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 777462 (before 8pm)
6.30-8pm £30 5wks/£6.50 class
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Brazilian Carnival Dance Class Sol Samba Dance
Get ready for the Carnival season! Samba, Marcatu and Samba Reggae.
http://solsamba.co.uk / email: hyasarah@hotmail.com / Tel. 07854669717
7:30-8:30, £5/4, 7:30-9:30 £7/6
South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, off Abingdon Rd.
Ballet, Tap & Modern Dance Expression
Dance classes for 2 1/2 year olds upwards. Friendly professional school.
www.expressiondance.co.uk / email: info@expressiondance.co.uk / Tel. 07956231155
Various classes from 3:45 - 7:15pm
West Oxford Primary School, Ferry Hinksey Rd, off Botley Rd..
Pole Dance With Showgirls Showgirls Pole Dance
Pole Dancing classes, please call for info/times
www.inspirationshealth.co.uk/ / email: lucycropper@aol.com / Tel. 01235 811844
Inspirations Health Club, Didcot
Moving meditation practice that invites you to explore your own unique dance
email: maracathy@googlemail.com / Tel. 07791955669
7.30 - 9.30 pm, £10/8
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Learn To Lindy Hop oxforswing dance society
Learn to dance Lindy Hop and Charleston to great swing music. Beginners welcome.
http://oxfordswingdance.co.uk / email: oxforswingdance@googlemail.com / Tel. 01844 291514
7.30 to 10.30 £5
Barton Community Centre, Underhill Circus, Headington, Oxford.; Tel. 01865 761987 / 761987.
Singing The World Oxfordshire County Music Service and Sing-up Oxfordshire
Schoolchildren from Oxfordshire are invited to sing folk songs from around the world, conducted by Nicholas Cleobury. The children will perform in the evening concert after working with music professionals in fun-packed workshops during the day. Booking essential
7.30pm. £6, £5 (concs)
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
Fun Salsa Classes In Wycombe SalsaEngland
Fun & friendly classes, all levels.
www.SalsaEngland.org / email: SalsaEngland@aol.com / Tel. 07973 831 801
Classes from 7:15pm
Liberal Club, Queen Victoria Road (by Swan Theatre), High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 1BG
Fun Salsa Classes In Wycombe SalsaEngland
Fun & friendly classes, all levels. New 6 wk beginners course starting each week.
www.SalsaEngland.org / email: SalsaEngland@aol.com / Tel. 07973 831 801
Classes from 7:15pm
Liberal Club, Queen Victoria Road (by Swan Theatre), High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 1BG
Learn the basics of bellydance with this 5 week course - suitable for beginners
email: annabelcoles@gmail.com
8.30 - 9.30pm, £25 for 5 weeks
St Albans Hall, Charles St
Explore your voice - have fun. Beginners welcome.
www.estherjanewilds.co.uk / email: info@estherjanewilds.co.uk / Tel. 01865 236058
9-12am
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Come and lose weight with funky rythms!!
email: rosaay2@gmail.com
8-9pm, £7
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Wed 8th Jul — Pubs Listings
Have fun and do good! Your £1 entry fee goes to a local charity
www.wadworth.co.uk/iffley/prince_of_wales/index.html / email: myfavouritepub@yahoo.com / Tel. 01865 778554
9pm, £1
Prince of Wales Pub, Iffley Village OX4 4EF
No-limit Texas Hold-em. Cash game, 10p/20p blinds.
www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=92997014790#/group.php?gid=71989222286
7:30pm-late
Red Lion, Gloucester Green
Wed 8th Jul — Skills, Games and Volunteering Listings
The Corner Age Concern Oxfordshire
A community hub for the 50+. Including: cafe, activities and much more...
www.ageconcernoxon.org.uk/whatson/oxford.htm / email: janesmith@ageconcernoxon.org.uk / Tel. 079 20576385 / (01235) 849 400
Cafe open from 10am, lunch served at 12pm
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Friendly local team for Year 5 boys. All coaches are FA level 1 qualifications and have been CRB-checked.
email: mward@biocentury.com / Tel. Mike Ward, 01865 512184
6.30 - 7.30pm
Five Mile Drive Playing Fields, Wolvercote
Wed 8th Jul — Sports and Fitness Listings
Women's Football Headington Athletic WFC
PLAYERS WANTED!!
www.freewebs.com/headingtonathleticwfc / email: womensfootball@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07727277080
7.30-9pm
City Centre
Lunchtime Vinyasa Flow Yoga Olivia Henderson
Alignment focused flow and breath. Some yoga experience is helpful.
www.sacredspaceyoga.co.uk / email: olivia@sacredspaceyoga.co.uk / Tel. 07734 580680
12.30 - 1.30pm, £6 drop in / £30 for 6 classes
Thrangu House, 42 Magdalen Road.
Suitable for 18 month to 5 year olds. Children will continue to develop their water confidence and improve their movement in the water through a mix of play, songs and basic instruction.
Tel. 01865 467124
5.30pm to 6.30pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
For children who can swim five metres on their front and back, Cygnets will continue to improve their swimming ability and stroke technique
Tel. 01865 467124
6.30pm-7.15pm. From £2.80
Temple Cowley Pools & Fitness Centre, Temple Road, OX42EZ
Discover the benefits of yoga at your own pace-15 week course or just drop in.
email: ailsayoungson@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07810780820 / 01865 777313
6-7pm, £5 per class / £60 course
All Saints Church House, Headington, New High Street
Tai Chi (for Over 50's) Age Concern Oxfordshire
Come and join our weekly Tai Chi class, for over 50's. First class free!
Tel. 07920 576385
10am -11am (£3, regular class), 11am-11:30 (optional advanced session, £1.50 extra)
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Gentle Exercise Class Age Concern Oxfordshire
Gentle exercise for over 50's, Every Wednesday. First class free.
Tel. 079 20576385
11am - 12pm (£2.50)
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
Short Bike Rides For Women Isis Cyclists CTC
Bike rides for women of all ages and abilities (5-10 miles & 15-20 miles). FIRST & THIRD Saturday of each month, plus the occasional other Sat - CHECK WEBSITE FOR DATE BEFORE TRAVELLING!
http://isiscyclistsctc.wordpress.com / email: isiscyclistsctc@googlemail.com / Tel. 07825840317
Free
Various starting points in Oxford
Pilates Class In Headington STOTT Pilates Instructor
Treat and Strength your body with Pilates. Beginners welcome.
email: fabiserafim@hotmail.com / Tel. 07722 188945
5-6 pm £6.00
All Saints Church, Headington, Lime Walk.
Great way to get in shape, mixed classes, no memberships, no club fees.
email: nickkie696@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07834360988
New College Sports Ground, St Cross Road.
Aikido-Te is a truly effective combat style that manipulates opponents' energy.
www.bushido-oxford.com / email: instructor@bushido-oxford.com / Tel. 07971 854579
Call to arrange free lesson!
Mill Street Dojo
Intermediate Taoist Breathing Oxford Internal Arts
Head Tutors to UK's largest school of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986621112
6.00-7.30pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Intermediate Qigong Oxford Internal Arts
Head Tutors to UK's largest school of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986621112
6.00-7.30pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Intermediate Tai Chi Oxford Internal Arts
Head Tutors to UK's largest school of Chinese Medicine
www.oxinar.com / email: oxfordinternalarts@googlemail.com / Tel. 07986621112
6.00-7.30pm
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
CFQ for Beginners Ian Threadgill
Very simple qigong exercises for health and (immediate!) relaxation. Small friendly class. All welcome.
www.cfq.org.uk / email: cfqoxford@gmail.com
7.00pm - 8.30pm £5
SS Philip & James School, Navigation Way.
Friendly local team for Year 5 boys. All coaches are FA level 1 qualifications and have been CRB-checked.
email: mward@biocentury.com / Tel. Mike Ward, 01865 512184
6.30 - 7.30pm
Five Mile Drive Playing Fields, Wolvercote
Oxford Ju Jitsu (Atado) Far Eastern Club - circa 50yrs
16yrs and over. Martial arts incorporating techniques from various other styles.
www.atado.co.uk / email: members@atado.co.uk / Tel. 07881 520203
Beginners, 8-10pm. £2.50 per session.
South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, off Abingdon Rd.
Pilates Studio In Abingdon Pilates & Physiotherapy Centre
Pilates Equipment Classes,Individual/Remedial classes, Matwork, Sports Massage
www.oxfordpilates.co.uk / email: helenabradwell.pilates@ntlworld.com / Tel. 01235 555395/0774 789 5984
Contact reception for details
Coxeter House, Abingdon, OX14 5TS
Beginners Kung Fu FWC Oxford Club
A new class for beginners in Fujian White Crane Kung Fu.
www.fwckungfu.com / email: stefanw@fwckungfu.com / Tel. 07957 198 698
7.30-8.30pm
South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, off Abingdon Rd.
Mysore-style & beginners courses. Phone/email for further info
email: yoga.with.anne@gmail.com / Tel. 07891 381419
Mysore starts 6-6.30pm, beginners 6.15pm
Yoga Garden, Behind Cibo's (on the right), South Parade, Summertown.
Astanga-Inspired Dynamic Yoga Lissa Rodd Oxford Yoga
Yoga flow 4 vitality & 4 peacefulness - asana sequences & breath meditation
www.lissarodd-oxfordyoga.net / email: lissa2516@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 426348
6:30-8pm, £8/£6.50 (5 classes £33/£25)
St Alban's Hall, Charles Street, OX4 3AU
Otters Club Swimming Club (Open 2 All)
Beginners 2 Advance level, teens 2 OAP. Friendly bunch, learn new/improve skills
Tel. Meg 01865-765696 or Mary 01865-770370
6pm-7pm, £5 per session
Headington School, the London Road.
Intermediate Pilates Matwork Ivana Starkova
Stott instructor. Improve posture, strengthen abs & lower back, prevent back pain
www.ispilates.co.uk / email: enquiries@ispilates.co.uk / Tel. 07818 062351
6-7pm, £54 for 6 weeks
North Oxford Association, Diamond Place, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7DP.
Tai Chi Oxford School of Tai Chi
Yang style Tai Chi and Qi Gong
www.oxfordtaichi.co.uk / email: emmaandphil@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07710 768 810
6.15-7.45 pm
St Giles Church Hall, 10, Woodstock Rd..
Vinyasa flow yoga class in the Jivamukti tradition; asana, breathing, meditation
email: alessandrogo@bigfoot.com / Tel. 07970 205008
8 – 9.30pm (£8/£6)
Yoga Garden, Behind Cibo's (on the right), South Parade, Summertown.
Women's Only Gym with Creche East Oxford Children's Centre
Gym 1-2pm, Badminton 2-3pm. Creche 1-3pm. Booking required (tel)
Tel. 01865 248729
1-3pm. £2 per session (members), £3.50 (non members). Creche £1 per child per hour (members) £2.50 (non members)
East Oxford Games Hall, Collins Street
Trinity Netball Club Trinity Netball Club
NEW PLAYERS WANTED!!
email: sprtbilly@hotmail.com / Tel. 07837363415
7:30-9:30pm
Larkmead School, Abingdon
Come and lose weight with funky rythms!!
email: rosaay2@gmail.com
8-9pm, £7
Jericho Community Centre, 33a Canal Street.
Pay as you go spinning class @ The Oxford Spin and Fitness studio
www.oxfordspinandfitness.co.uk / email: lisanaish@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07523 051541
7.15-8pm, £5
Garsington Rd, OX4 4NQ
Wed 8th Jul — Theatre Listings
Footloose - Sands Theatre Arts School
Based on the hit 80's movie, with 80's anthems including 'Holding out for a Hero', 'Let's Hear it for the Boy' and of course, 'Footloose'
4pm, 7.30pm. £9, £7 concs
OFS Studio , 40 George Street, OX1 2AQ; Tel. 0844 847 2360.
Dancing In My Dreams Oxfordshire Theatre Company
A musical play inspired by the many children whose lives were changed forever by wartime Britain
www.oxfordshiretheatrecompany.co.uk / Tel. 01865 249444
2pm, £8 (£6), family (4) £25
Wantage Civic Hall, Portway, Wantage, Oxon OX12 9BX
This excellent musical play tells the story of Kathleen O’Neill, evacuated with her sister Christina from the East End of London... read more
Romeo & Juliet Oxford Shakespeare Company
Directed by Guy Retallack, musical director Paul Kissaun. Suitable for all ages.
www.oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / email: info@oxfordshakespearecompany.co.uk / Tel. 0870 6092231 / 01865 305305
2.30, 7:30pm. £15/10. Students: £15/£10. Under 12s £8 Under 5s Free
Wadham College Gardens.
I saw Romeo and Juliet at a preview performance on Saturday evening, 27th July, and was stunned. The heavens opened after a beautiful... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
A Shakespeare Summer Soirée Cherwell Theatre Co
Scenes from Shakespeare's most loved comedies. Wicked, bawdy and exquisite, the Bard stands up! Bring picnics etc. If wet, in medieval church in Broughton Castle grounds.
www.cherwelltheatreproductions.co.uk
6.30pm, £9 (£7), Under 5s free
Broughton Castle, Broughton, Banbury.
Wed 8th Jul — Worship Listings
All are welcome to our method of worship based on waiting in silence.
www.oxfordquakers.org/about / email: oxfordpm@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 01865 557373
12.15 - 12.45pm, followed by a sandwich lunch if you choose to bring one!
43 St. Giles, Oxford, OX1 3LW.
Occult Group Seeks Seekers The Oxford Pilgrims
We honour nature and truth. Weekly discussions in a homely setting.
email: pilgrim777@gmail.com
7:30pm
Private House (please contact us for details)
New Oxford centre for spiritual growth, based at St Michael at the North Gate (Cornmarket), offers quiet days (or part days), special services and 1-1 spiritual direction by arrangement.
www.ocsg.uk.net / email: info@ocsg.uk.net
9am-5pm
St Michael at the North Gate , Oxford City Church, Cornmarket, OX1 3EY; Email: admin@smng.org.uk; Tel. 01865 255776 / 01865 240940.
Thu 9th Jul
Odeon George Street (0871 2244 007) — Thu 9th Jul
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong. Subtitled, Fri 12.30, Sat 5.45, Tue 3.00, Thu 8.15pm
12.30, 3.00, 5.45, 8.15pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
2.30, 5.15, 8.00pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
1.00, 3.30, 6.00, 8.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs! Subtitled Sun 6.45, Mon 2.00, Wed 4.30
2.00, 4.30, 6.45pm
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events.
1.30, 4.00, 6.30, 9.00pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.00, 3.15, 7.00, 8.45pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Odeon Magdalen Street (0871 2244 007) — Thu 9th Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
2.00, 5.15, 8.30pm
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
1.30, 4.45, 8.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Phoenix Picture House (0870 758 3218) — Thu 9th Jul
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One.
3.15, 6.00, 8.45pm
Two sisters start a business cleaning up crime scenes.
2.00, 6.30pm
I both envy and pity the filmmaker charged with casting a fictional family for a movie. As well as the usual dictates of chemistry... read more
Two footballing brothers struggle with fame & fortune. Spanish with subtitles.
4.15, 9.00pm
Rudo and Cursi is the tale of two Mexican brothers – Beto (aka Rudo), who has dreams of becoming a professional footballer... read more
Ultimate Picture Palace (245288) — Thu 9th Jul
The Hide [15] Submit review
Well crafted slow-boiling thriller. With birdwatching.
6.00pm
Meryl Streep in film version of the famous musical.
2.30pm
I never really even liked ABBA! - too chocolate- boxy for my taste but this film has opened me up to their music. Just loved it... read more
Compelling French thriller.
8.15pm
When a young woman (Diane Kruger) is arrested for murder all the evidence points to her. For three years her devoted husband,... read more
Vue Cinema (08712 240 240) — Thu 9th Jul
Revenge of the fallen - more big machines doing acrobatics.
12.50, 2.20, 4.20 5.40, 7.45, 9.00, 11.00pm
If you’re looking for a true modern summer blockbuster there is nothing better than this!
Revenge has a basic but driving... read more
Year One [12A] Submit review
Two banished cavemen blunder through many biblical events. Subtitled Tue 7.30pm.
5.10, 7.30, 9.45pm
Another installment of destruction and time travel.
9.15pm
It's Transformers for grown-ups.... read more
More exhibits come alive.
12 noon
Disappointing. It serves me right for going to see a movie whose creators were so lazy that they just called it No 2... read more
A bachelor party goes horribly wrong.
11.45am, 2.10, 4.40, 7.10, 9.30, 11.50pm
The Hangover is a comedy set in Las Vegas in which four guys go on a stag do only to lose the groom - and forget what... read more
My Sister’s Keeper [12A] Submit review
Anna fights her parents to keep her kidney.
12.40, 3.20, 6.00, 8.45pm
Blood: The Last Vampire [18] Submit review
Adventures of a half-human half-vampire samurai named Saya.
11.30pm
Ice Age 3 [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with dinosaurs!
11.30, 11.55am, 2.00, 2.30, 4.30, 7.00pm
Public Enemies [15] Submit review
Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, America’s first Public Enemy Number One. Subtitled Sun: 1.50pm.
1.50, 5.15, 8.30, 11.40pm
Ice Age 3 (3D) [U] Submit review
Further adventures, this time with 3D dinosaurs!
12.30, 3.00, 5.30, 8.00, 10.30pm
Bruno [18] Submit review
Another 5 letter b-word from Sacha Baron Cohen.
12.01am, i.e. just after midnight.
Khambakht Ishq [tbc] Submit review
Bollywood special - Akshay Kumar & Kareena Kapoor.
1.15, 4.45, 8.15pm
Thu 9th Jul — Concert Listings
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
City Of Oxford Orchestra - Ensemble Lunchtime Concert Series
With Peter Adams (cello) and Stephen Bell (piano). Programme to include Faure, Debussy & Saint-Saens
1.15pm. £5, £3 (concs), children free
New Road Baptist Church, Bonn Square.
Music for Mad George Charivari Agreable Music by Candlelight Submit review
Austro-German musical favourites of George III including Mozart, J.C. Bach: variations on God Save the King, Haydn & G.F. Handel: Fitzwilliam trio. With baroque violins & cello.
www.charivari.co.uk / email: festival@charivari.co.uk / Tel. 01865-305305 / Group bookings 01865-751928
8pm, £16 (OAP £15; students £10), 15% discount on groups of 10+
Exeter College Chapel , Turl St.
Radio Days Big Band Summer Night Outdoor Concerts
Music from 1930's - 1960's, including the golden age of Big Band Swing & Dance.
7.30 - 10pm, £12 + £1 booking fee
Oxford Castle, New Road.
Artist Sarah Kenchington performs in the Entrance Space.
www.modernartoxford.org.uk / email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
12noon, free, just turn up
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Thu 9th Jul — Courses and Workshops Listings
Meditation Tuition: Kidlington Kidlington Zendo
Meditation - group sittings and instruction for beginners
http://pockley.plus.com/Zendo.html / email: kidlington.zendo@googlemail.com / Tel. 01865 371109
7pm, no charge, other days possible by arrangement
Kidlington Zendo, 23 Osborne Close, Kidlington
Portrait Painting/Drawing Class
With local artist Francis O'Neill
www.francisoneill.net / email: francis@francisoneill.net / Tel. 07740 779457
7-9pm, £10/class or £65 for 8 classes,
Magadalen Road Studios
Kettlebell Training Course PowerBell Pump (Oxford)
An eight-week kettlebell training course, 30 mins 2 evenings per week
www.powerbellpump.co.uk / email: bookings@powerbellpump.co.uk / Tel. 0845 226 5647
7.00pm - 8 weeks
South Oxford Community Centre, Lake Street, off Abingdon Rd.
Learn in 3 months! Individual attention
email: hiral.t.parikh@gmail.com / Tel. 07846 333630
6pm
53 Windmill Road, Headington
Explore your voice - have fun. Beginners welcome.
www.estherjanewilds.co.uk / email: info@estherjanewilds.co.uk / Tel. 01865 236058
Afternoon/Eve
St Margaret's Institute, Polstead Road.
Reiki Practice Group Spirititual Dialogue Limited
Talk on Reiki Healing. Reiki Healing Demonstration. Reiki Share.
www.reikiattunementoxford.com / email: info@reikiattunementoxford.com / Tel. 01865236058
7pm-9pm, free
South Hinksey Village Hall, Oxford
Thu 9th Jul — Exhibition Listings
100 polaroids trace American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe's use of instant photography from 1970 to 1975. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Staged figures from the world of dance and fashion rendered in gold and silver monotones. Until 13th Sept.
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Oxfordshire Craft Guild Showcase
Ongoing selling exhibition of new work by Guild members.
www.oxfordshirecraftguild.co.uk
03Gallery , Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY. Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat & Sun 11-4pm, closed Mon. Free entry; Email: info@03gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131.
Figurative oil paintings upstairs in the Tree Lounge. Selling exhibition (until 31 Jul)
www.amyhemingway.com
6pm-1am daily
Baby Simple, 213 Cowley Rd, OX4 1XF; Tel. 01865 202506.
Photographs and manuscripts from John F. Baddeley who became the St. Petersburg correspondent for the Standard (now Evening Standard) after visiting Russia for seven months in 1879.
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Carolyn Drake: Photographs of Central Asia
Photographs from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan by Istanbul-based documentary photographer
www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
Major exhibition looking at architecture as Mathematical Practice in England from 1500 - 1750 (until 6 Sep)
www.mhs.ox.ac.uk / email: museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
12-5pm, free
Museum of the History of Science , Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street. 12-5 Tue-Fri, 10-5 Sat, 2-5 Sun.; Tel. 01865 277280.
I probably wouldn't have gone to this exhibition if I didn't know one of its organisers, but I'd have missed a treat. This is... read more
My Ashmolean My Museum Ashmolean Museum Submit review
Outdoor photography exhibition by Theo Chalmers. Over forty portraits featuring actors, authors, artists and Oxfordshire residents with objects from the collection. Until 4th October.
www.ashmolean.org / Tel. 01865 278000
10am-5pm, free
Ashmolean Museum Forecourt
Visual exhibition featuring the 3-day week, punk, glam rock and disco fever. Try on 70s clothing, check out technological innovations, visit a trendy teenager’s bedroom and sit on a talking sofa. (until 12 July)
Museum of Oxford , St. Aldate's. Opening times Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 12-5. Free entry.; Email: museum@oxford.gov.uk ; Tel. 252761; Fax: 252555.
OBJECTS IN PERFORMANCE Submit review
Installation by artist/curator Gérard Mermoz exchanges the scientific taxonomy of museum displays for a theatrical staging of the objects (ends 4 Oct)
Pitt Rivers Museum , Parks Road. Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. ; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.
see earliest Alice in Wonderland books, Salvador dali illustrations and other treasures.
www.storymuseum.org.uk/alice
Free 9am - 5pm.
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Visual Pilgrimage - Clare Weiner
Artwork inspired by recent talks at St Giles'. Artist's talk Thursday 25 June, 12.30pm (exhibition ends 13 Jul)
12-2pm Mon-Fri
St Giles' Church, St. Giles; Tel. 01865 311198.
Something Strange Will Happen Notfamousyet Art Consultancy
Exciting contemporary art show of five emerging German artists with already international reputation (ends 20 Jul)
www.notfamousyet.co.uk / email: info@notfamousyet.co.uk / Tel. 07867900746
12-6pm, free
10 St Clements, Oxford
An Artful Craft Bodleian Library
Historic Bookbindings from the Broxbourne Library and other collections
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Bodleian Library Exhibition Room , Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street.; Tel. 277224.
Bound For Success Bodleian Library
Designer Bookbinders International Competition 2009
www.ouls.ox.ac.uk/about/exhibitions / email: tours@bodley.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277178
9.00-5.00 Admission free
Proscholium, Bodleian Library
Canal & Floral Art Show Michele Field
Artist known for her canal paintings & vibrant floral canvases.
www.britishartists.co.uk/michele_field / Tel. 01235 771447
10am to 5pm daily
NATIONAL WATERWAYS MUSEUM, Stoke Bruerne,Towcester, Northampton NN12 7SE
Roddy Mccoll - Photography Roddy McColl
Contemporary photographs of Port Meadow and Oxford at The Perch. http://www.the-perch.co.uk/ or
www.roddymccoll.com / email: enquiries@roddymccoll.com / Tel. 01865 515120
Midday - 11pm
The Perch, Binsey Lane; Tel. 240386.
The Stylish Style - Between Renaissance & Baroque Submit review
Fine drawings from mid 16th Century, from Christ Church's own collection. Until 4th October. (Closed 29th July for maintenance.)
www.chch.ox.ac.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=828&Itemid=647
Christ Church Picture Gallery , Christ Church (entrance via Canterbury Gate / Oriel Square) Open: 1 Oct - 30 Apr: Mon-Sat, 10.30-1pm & 2-4.30pm; Sun, 2-4.30pm. 1 May - 30 Sep: Mon-Sat, 10.30-5pm; Sun, 2-5pm. £3/£2; Tel. 01865 276172.
Margie Mccregor Watercolour Ex
Enjoy viewing a selection of delightful watercolours
www.vickershotel.co.uk / Tel. 01993 811212
Vickers Hotel & Restaurant, Woodstock.
European Artist Exhange Partnership with MAO and OVADA
6 European and 6 Oxford Artists work on Land Art Residency at Oxford University, Harcourt Arboretum.
www.artinthearboretum.org / email: diana@dianabell.co.uk / Tel. 01865 730110
10 - 5 pm, £3
Harcourt Arboretum, Nuneham Courtenay; Email: postmaster@obg.ox.ac.uk; Tel. c/o 286690.
Rachel Ducker Exhibition Waterperry Gardens Ltd
An exhibition of wire figures ranging from life-size to a few cms high. Inside and outside the gallery
www.waterperrygardens.co.uk / email: gallery@waterperrygardens.co.uk / Tel. 01844 338085
10am - 5:30pm, every day, free
The Gallery at Waterperry
Photography By Hanuszik Zsolt. Opening Reception Sunday 5th July 7:30pm
www.thejamfactoryoxford.com / email: info@aarght.co.uk / Tel. 01865244613
10am-11pm, free
The Jam Factory , 27 Park End Street, OX1 1HU. Open Mon - Fri 8am - 11pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 11pm; Email: contact@thejamfactoryoxford.com; Tel. 01865 244613.
An exhibition by six artists from France, Germany and Romania. Until 21st July.
email: townhall@oxford.gov uk / Tel. 01865 252776
9am – 6pm, Free entry
Oxford Town Hall, 109-113 St Aldate's.
Artist Sarah Kenchington performs in the Entrance Space.
www.modernartoxford.org.uk / email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
12noon, free, just turn up
Modern Art Oxford , 30 Pembroke Street. Opening times: Tue - Sat 10-5pm, Sun 12-5pm, closed Mon. Free gallery tours every Sat 3pm.; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.
Thu 9th Jul — Family Events Listings
Sunflowers Toddler Group Comfort Trust
A drop in session open to anyone, includes a time of led songs.
www.comforttrust.org.uk/sunflowers.html / email: info@comforttrust.org.uk / Tel. 07837 128873
10-12am (£1 includes drink and snack)
Magdalen Road Church.
Pre-School Ballet Academy Marianna Vellopoulou
Fun and inspiring ballet classes for children, 3yrs upwards
email: mariannavel@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07747481798
4.45-5.30pm, £76/term
West Oxford Community Centre, Botley Road, OX2 0BT.
Free Family Tae Kwon Do Class Bytomic TKD
Free trial classes for the whole family. Fitness and fun!
www.btkd.co.uk / email: info@btkd.co.uk / Tel. 08450 212888
7pm
Magdalen Centre for Sport, Cowley Place, Oxford
Friendly breastfeeding drop-in for mums and mums-to-be
www.thebabycafe.org / email: julie_osborne@btconnect.com / Tel. 01865 764952 for General Enquiries
10-12 Hinksey Park, OX1 4PZ, 1-3 East Oxford Health Centre, OX4 1XD
Various Venues see website
Thu 9th Jul — Festivals, Fairs and Markets Listings
Sandy Lane Farm Co-operative Market
Seasonal organic & local veg, meat, fruit, jams, cakes, bread & flowers.
email: enquiries@sandylanefarm.net / Tel. 01844 279 269
2-6pm
Sandy Lane Farm, Tiddington, OX9 2LA
If you miss the weekend farmers' markets in Oxford and you've forgotten to order your veg box delivery for the week (yes on both... read more
The North Wall Festival The North Wall Arts Centre
Some of the country’s finest performers of comedy, drama and music.
www.thenorthwall.com / email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com / Tel. 01865 319450
North Wall Arts Centre , South Parade, Oxford OX2 7NN; Email: sarahlacey@thenorthwall.com; Tel. 01865 319450.
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
This is my first time at the North Wall (for a concert anyway) and the first thing that struck me was what a stunning venue it... read more
Music for Mad George Charivari Agreable Music by Candlelight Submit review
Austro-German musical favourites of George III including Mozart, J.C. Bach: variations on God Save the King, Haydn & G.F. Handel: Fitzwilliam trio. With baroque violins & cello.
www.charivari.co.uk / email: festival@charivari.co.uk / Tel. 01865-305305 / Group bookings 01865-751928
8pm, £16 (OAP £15; students £10), 15% discount on groups of 10+
Exeter College Chapel , Turl St.
Thu 9th Jul — Gig Listings
Weekly open music, poetry and song session
9pm / Free
The Half Moon, 17 St Clements, Oxford.
The legendary Sparky's Flying Circus is one of the best and funniest nights out and it's free!From musicians (guitar, flute, violin... read more
Weekly performance space for music, poetry and story.
www.catweazleclub.org
8-11pm / £5/£4 (performers FREE - sign up before 8pm)
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), OX4 1DD.
If you live in Oxford, you have to go to Catweazle at least once. Who knows, you may get hooked and become part of the strong... read more
Sarah Millican & Russell Kane The North Wall Festival
Two more hilarious comedic talents take the stage at the North Wall.
