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Spaghetti Western Orchestra at the New Theatre, Oxford, Wed 8th February

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St Clare’s, Oxford’s Number 1 Sixth Form has Scholarships and Bursaries available for the International Baccalaureate course

Adderbury Ensemble at the Sheldonian Theatre, 9 February 2012

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The Oxford Movies Video Rental, 25 Walton Street, OX1 2HQ. DVDs and Blu-Ray to rent or buy, 3 rentals for 2 Mon-Thu.

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Odeon George Street (0871 2244 007) — Sat 4th Feb [ show / hide ]

Chronicle [12A] Review this

Three high school kids gain super-powers which spiral out of control. Subtitled Fri 4.45, Sun 9.15pm
2.30, 4.45, 7.00, 9.15pm

Hugo [U] (3D)

Children's tale from Martin Scorsese, Ben Kingsley, Sacha Baron Cohen and Christopher Lee. Wheelchair accessible.
11.45am
Surely, Hugo is what the term 'eye candy' was invented for. Nearly every scene has stunningly, heart stopping visual imagery,... read more

Man On A Ledge [12A] Review this

A New York heist, starring Sam Worthington and Jamie Bell. Subtitled Sat 3.30, Tue 6.15
1.00, 3.30, 6.15, 9.00pm

Martha Marcy May Marlene [15] Review this

A young woman relives her disturbing encounter with a cult.
3.00, 5.30, 8.15pm

Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol [12A]

Ethan Hunt must work even deeper undercover than usual to clear the name of the IMF.
11.15am
Thoroughly competent, enjoyable big-budget action movie. Possibly not as good as the excellent third MI3 film, which benefited... read more

Shame [18]

Michael Fassbender is a Manhattan sex addict whose life spirals out of control when his sister comes to stay.
12noon
I left the cinema with an overall feeling of bemusement. I loved McQueen's last movie, Hunger, so I couldn't wait to... read more

Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows [12A]

Holmes and Watson join forces once again to defeat Professor Moriarty.
12noon
OK but in no way an improvement on the first one. Some ingenious interweaving of actual Conan Doyle details, but mostly a rather... read more

The Descendants [15] Review this

Distant father takes on care of his daughters after his wife's accident. Subtitled Sun 5.45, Wed 2.45pm
2.45, 5.45, 8.45pm

The Iron Lady [12A]

Meryl Streep plays Margaret Thatcher.
2.15, 5.15, 8.00pm
Anyone for tea? It's a wonder the TUC haven't set up pickets at cinema entrances. I can see now why the government waits so long... read more

War Horse [12A]

Spielberg treatment of Michael Morpurgo's heartrending story. Subtitled Mon 1.30, Thu 8.30pm
1.30, 5.00, 8.30pm
In making War Horse, what research did you do about the First World War?
I feel deeply... read more

Odeon Kids: Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2 - Roderick Rules Review this

Live-action adaptation of Jeff Kinney's illustrated novel about a wise-cracking sixth grade student. The sequel. Wheelchair accessible.
11.30am

Odeon Magdalen Street (0871 2244 007) — Sat 4th Feb [ show / hide ]

Carnage [15]

Black comedy as a meeting of two families descends into... Wheelchair accessible.
2.00, 4.15, 6.30, 8.45pm
Words are wasps in Carnage, Roman Polanski’s adaptation of Yasmina Reza’s black comedy. Set in one room of a Brooklyn... read more

Puss In Boots [U] (3D)

The heroic feline meets femme fatale Kitty Softpaws. Wheelchair accessible.
11.45am
Very disappointing.

Having tried and failed to find a suitable time to see Puss in Boots 2D , I was forced
... read more

The Artist [PG]

Silent, black and white film - made in 2011.
2.15, 4.40, 7.00, 9.20pm
There is something quite nostalgic about watching a silent, black and white film that takes you back to an era when Nickelodeon... read more

Phoenix Picturehouse (0871 902 5736 (10p/min from landline)) — Sat 4th Feb [ show / hide ]

The Descendants [15] Review this

A distant father takes on care of his daughters after his wife's accident.
3.30, 6.15, 8.50pm

Carnage [15]

Black comedy as family meeting descends into...
1.00, 3.00, 5.00, 7.00, 9.00pm
Words are wasps in Carnage, Roman Polanski’s adaptation of Yasmina Reza’s black comedy. Set in one room of a Brooklyn... read more

Kids' Club: Up [U]

Elderly adventurer pilots his house to South America. No unaccompanied adults, children under age of 8 must bring own adult. Activities from 12.45pm
1.30pm
Absolute perfection! It is best to go in knowing nothing about UP. It is full of surprises. One thing, the 3D has nothing to do... read more

Ultimate Picture Palace (01865 245288) — Sat 4th Feb [ show / hide ]

A Useful Life [U] Review this

Black and white film about a cinema employee adjusting after his cinema is shut down. Spanish with subtitles.
4.30pm

The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo [18]

English language remake of Larsson's first novel about computers, crime and corruption.
8.30pm
It starts with a great cover of a Led Zep track...and that's it. A turkey of enormous proportions: no edgyness, no weirdness,... read more

The Iron Lady [12A]

Meryl Streep plays Margaret Thatcher.
6.15pm
Anyone for tea? It's a wonder the TUC haven't set up pickets at cinema entrances. I can see now why the government waits so long... read more

Vue Cinema (08712 240 240 (10p per min from BT)) — Sat 4th Feb [ show / hide ]

Kids AM: The Adventures of Tintin [U]

Steven Spielberg's take on the intrepid boy journalist. £1.50 per ticket.
10.00am
First the good aspects of this film. The special effects are amazing, verging on real, the action is non-stop, the characters... read more

Journey 2: The Mysterious Island [PG] (3D) Review this

Disfunctional family embark on an epic quest.
12.10, 2.20, 4.30, 6.40pm

Puss In Boots [U] (3D)

The heroic feline meets femme fatale Kitty Softpaws.
9.30am
Very disappointing.

Having tried and failed to find a suitable time to see Puss in Boots 2D , I was forced
... read more

Underworld: Awakening [18] (3D) Review this

Kate Beckinsale returns as vampire warrior Selene.
9.00, 11.10pm

Chronicle [12A] Review this

Three high school kids gain super-powers which spiral out of control. Subtitled: Sun 11.50, Tue 8.30.
11.50am, 2.00, 4.10, 6.20, 8.30, 10.40pm

Jack and Jill [PG] Review this

Family man Jack's unmanageable twin sister is coming to visit!
11.20am, 1.30, 3.35, 5.50, 8.00pm

Journey 2: The Mysterious Island [PG] (2D) Review this

Disfunctional family embark on an epic quest.
10.50am, 1.05, 3.15, 5.35, 7.50pm

A Monster in Paris [U] (2D) Review this

Animated monster falls in love in Belle Epoque Paris.
9.50am, 12.10, 2.20, 4.30pm

Man On A Ledge [12A] Review this

A New York heist, starring Sam Worthington and Jamie Bell.
1.20, 3.40, 6.00, 8.20, 10.50pm

The Descendants [15] Review this

A distant father takes on care of his daughters after his wife's accident.
12.45, 3.30, 6.10, 8.40pm

The Grey [15] Review this

Survivors pursued by wolves after an Alaskan plane crash. With Liam Neeson.
6.40, 9.20pm, midnight

Haywire [15]

Black ops soldier has to use all her skills to survive after she is double crossed.
11.10pm
Come on it ain't that bad! The Bourne Ultimatum (with a dash of Our Man Flint) comes to mind, but with realistic... read more

War Horse [12A]

Controversial Spielberg treatment of Michael Morpurgo's heartrending story.
13.10, 4.20, 7.30, 10.40pm
In making War Horse, what research did you do about the First World War?
I feel deeply... read more

The Artist [PG]

Silent, black and white film - made in 2011.
1.50, 4.05, 6.30, 8.50pm
There is something quite nostalgic about watching a silent, black and white film that takes you back to an era when Nickelodeon... read more

The Iron Lady [12A]

Meryl Streep plays Margaret Thatcher.
10.30pm
Anyone for tea? It's a wonder the TUC haven't set up pickets at cinema entrances. I can see now why the government waits so long... read more

Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol [12A]

Ethan Hunt must work even deeper undercover than usual to clear the name of the IMF.
11.20pm
Thoroughly competent, enjoyable big-budget action movie. Possibly not as good as the excellent third MI3 film, which benefited... read more

Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked [U] Review this

Lovable rodents in island adventure.
10.20am

Sherlock Holmes [12A]

Holmes and Watson join forces once again to defeat Professor Moriarty.
10.30pm
OK but in no way an improvement on the first one. Some ingenious interweaving of actual Conan Doyle details, but mostly a rather... read more

Puss In Boots [U] (2D)

The heroic feline meets femme fatale Kitty Softpaws.
11.30am
Very disappointing.

Having tried and failed to find a suitable time to see Puss in Boots 2D , I was forced
... read more

Happy Feet 2 [U] (2D) Review this

Elijah Wood and Robin Williams are penguins.
11.00am

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Concert Listings

New College Choir choral service

Website / nancy-jane.rucker@new.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 279108
6.15pm - free
New College Chapel, New College, Holywell Street, Oxford OX1 3BN.

Oxford Philomusica: Concerto Competition Final, Sat 4th Febuary

Oxford Town Hall (tinyurl.com/67jx74s), St Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1DP; Tel. 01865 252195; Box office 01865 252351.

Music’s Jubilee Corona Strings

Inaugural concert by professional string orchestra Corona Strings Booking advised by 04 Feb 2012.
Website / Tel. 01865 305305
7.30pm, £11- £18
SS Peter & Paul (Deddington) (www.deddingtonchurch.org), Church Street, Deddington, Oxfordshire OX15 0SA; Tel. 01869 349 869.

Mass In B Minor Summertown Choral Society

J.S. Bach, sung by Summertown Choral Society conducted by Duncan Saunderson
Website / tickets@summertownchoral.org.uk
7.30pm, £12, £10 (u16s free)
St Andrew's Church (www.standrewsoxford.org), Linton Road, Oxford, OX2 6UG; Email: parish.office@standrewsoxford.org; Tel. 01865 311212.

An Evening Of Neapolitan Song St Margaret's Church

Rossella Bondi (soprano), Bethe Levvy (pianist); in aid of Lady Chapel
Website
8pm £8/£5 conc./under16s free
St Margaret's Church (www.stmargaretsoxford.org), St Margaret's Road, Oxford OX2 6RX.

Lunchtime Recital (clarinet)

With Thomas Nichols, in The Shulman Auditorium.
Website
1.30 - 2.15pm, free - retiring collection.
The Queen's College (www.queens.ox.ac.uk), 40 High St, Oxford OX1 4AW; Tel. 01865 279120.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Courses and Workshops Listings

Tajweed Class Adults & Kids S.O.M.A Abingdon

Saturday's, Adults & Kids (Age 5+) Abingdon, Northcourt Centre.
Sat 1st October 2011 — Wed 29th February 2012 Show all dates

Website / Email Me / Tel. 07795023434
10.30am - 12pm
North Court Centre, Abingdon

Advanced Acting (saturdays) Ox. Academy of Performing Arts

MASTERCLASS: Advance acting for ages 16-25.
Fri 4th November 2011 — Thu 3rd May 2012 Show all dates

Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 872883
Oxford High Junior Dept. Bardwell Road, OX2

Body Listening Trial Class Body Listening Therapies

Yoga, Visualisation, Meditation, Dance and Informed Touch Awareness.
Wed 11th January 2012 — Sat 10th March 2012 Show all dates

Website / info@bodylistening.co.uk / Tel. O7775908878
10am - 12noon, £22 trial session followed by £136 6 week foundation course
St Peter's Church Rooms, First Turn, Oxford, OX2 8AS

Gluten Free Bread & Pastry Glutenfree4kids

A hands on cookery workshop and demonstration with gluten free expert
Single day only: Sat 4th February 2012.

Website / Email Me / Tel. 07770 265114
10am - 3.30pm, £99 per person
Miele Experience Centre, Fairacres, Abingdon

Yoga Workshop Nagy Yoga

Three hours of mid-winter practice to relax the body and the mind Must book by 30 Jan 2012.
Single day only: Sat 4th February 2012.

Website / yogin67@gmail.com
10am-1pm. £20
Clifton Hampden Village Hall OX14

Dog Walking/petsitting Course National Petsitters

1 day course on how to set up and run a petsitting business.
Fri 3rd February 2012 — Fri 1st June 2012 Show all dates

Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865716009
10am-4.00pm £150
The Fleece, Witney, OX28 4AZ

Sewing For Beginners Courses

Learn how to use your machine and make 2 bags, zips, buttonholes, hems.
Sat 4th February 2012 — Sat 18th February 2012 Show all dates

louisepaemen@hotmail.com / Tel. 01235 521386
10.30am - 3.30pm. (£97 for the course of 3 Saturdays)
Kennington Village Centre (www.kennington.org), Kennington Road, (opposite The Tandem pub), Kennington OX1 5PG.

Modern Art Trolley

Free art activities for children and families
Sat 10th December 2011 — Sun 18th March 2012 Show all dates

2-4pm
Modern Art Oxford (www.modernartoxford.org.uk), 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.

Art Writing Workshop Modern Art Oxford

An Unfinished World: Led by Tamarin Norwood, art writer in residence.
Single day only: Sat 4th February 2012.

Website / info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
1-5pm. Free, booking essential
Modern Art Oxford (www.modernartoxford.org.uk), 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP.

Theremin with Lydia Kavina

Workshop for beginners and advanced players, including 30 mins instruction in groups, and small ensembles. Also open to spectators.
Single day only: Sat 4th February 2012.

Website / Tel. 01865 276139
10am - 5pm
Music Faculty (www.music.ox.ac.uk/), St Aldates OX11DB; Tel. 01865 276125.

Mime Workshop Point Zero

Why not try something new for the weekend? Four days of skill training.
Thu 2nd February 2012 — Sun 5th February 2012 Show all dates

Website / admin@pointzero.me
10.30am - 6pm
Newman Rooms (OU Catholic Chaplaincy) (www.catholic-chaplaincy.org.uk/?page_id=47), Rose Place, St Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1RD.

Flash Animation Film Oxford

A weekend introduction to Adobe Flash Professional
Sat 4th February 2012 — Sun 5th February 2012 Show all dates

Website / office@ofvm.org / Tel. 01865792731
10am – 4.30pm £145
OFVM Oxford Film & Video Makers (www.ofvm.org), 54 Catherine St, Oxford OX4 3AH; Email: office@ofvm.org; Tel. 01865 792731.

Lighting Workshop Film Oxford

Introduces the students to the principles of lighting
Single day only: Sat 4th February 2012.

Website / office@ofvm.org / Tel. 01865 792731
£90
OFVM Oxford Film & Video Makers (www.ofvm.org), 54 Catherine St, Oxford OX4 3AH; Email: office@ofvm.org; Tel. 01865 792731.

Shooting Video for Beginners Film Oxford

Intro to video-making covering the whole process of video production. 8 weekly sessions from 31 Jan
Tue 31st January 2012 — Tue 20th March 2012 Show all dates

Website / office@ofvm.org / Tel. 01865792731
7-9.30pm. £243
OFVM Oxford Film & Video Makers (www.ofvm.org), 54 Catherine St, Oxford OX4 3AH; Email: office@ofvm.org; Tel. 01865 792731.

Advanced Acting Ox Academy of Performing Arts

MASTERCLASS: Advanced acting class for ages 19-25.
Sat 15th October 2011 — Sat 7th April 2012 Show all dates

Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 872883
1.45-3.30pm
Oxford High Junior School, 1 Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6SU.

Oxford School Of Rock

Play guitar, bass or drums. For kids aged 7-14.
Sat 17th September 2011 — Sat 10th March 2012 Show all dates

Website / Email Me
9.15am - noon, £17
Rotator Studios (www.rotator.co.uk/studios.html), 74-77 Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RE; Tel. 01865 715705.

Pony Days Oxford Pony Trekking

Learn how to feed, groom, tack up, ride & care for a Pony. All ages
Sat 29th October 2011 — Sun 25th March 2012 Show all dates

Website / info@oxfordponytrekking.com / Tel. 01865 748748
10.30-12.00. £45pp
Shotover Equestrian Centre Horspath village

Mime Workshop Point Zero

Why not try something new for the weekend? Four days of skill training.
Thu 2nd February 2012 — Sun 5th February 2012 Show all dates

Website / admin@pointzero.me
10.30am - 6pm
The King's Centre, Osney (www.kingscentre.co.uk), Osney Mead, Oxford OX2 0ES; Email: info@kingscentre.co.uk; Tel. 01865 297400; Fax: 01865 297401.

Hidden House Trail Project OYAP Trust

16-25s create a trail with professional theatre artist.
Sat 14th January 2012 — Sat 11th February 2012 Show all dates

Website / Email Me
10am - 4pm free
The Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock. OX20 1SN.

Movement & Stillness Olivia Johnson Yoga

A vinyasa and yin yoga workshop. For those with some yoga experience.
Single day only: Sat 4th February 2012.

Website / olivia@oliviajohnsonyoga.co.uk / Tel. 07734580680
12.30-2.30pm £15, booking advised
Thrangu House (www.thranguhouse.org.uk/), 42 Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RB.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Exhibition Listings

Guided Walking Tour + Cream Tea I Love Oxford Walking Tours

Walking Tours Daily (at 11.30, 1, 2.30) but weekend tours end with cream teas!. Runs until Sun 27 May 2012.
Website / tours@iloveoxford.com / Tel. 07955 482637
11.30, 1.00, 2.30. £7 (+ cream teas extra optional)
Meet outside Oxfam shop, Broad Street, OX1 4AS

Kaleidoscope At Corpus Gallery Corpus Gallery

Exhibition of the paintings of Bahamian Don Henderson and the ceramics of Australian Stephen Bird.. Runs until Sat 31 March 2012.
Website / katherine@corpusgallery.com / Tel. 01295 278690
11am - 4pm Free
Corpus Gallery, Tooley's Boatyard, Banbury Museum, Spiceball Park road, banbury, OX16 2PQ

Oxford On Foot With Friends

Oxford Walking Tours.. Runs until Sat 30 June 2012. Must book by 30 Jun 2012.
Website / tours@iloveoxford.com / Tel. 07955 482637
11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm, £7(Oxford residents 2-for-1), booking required
Meet Guide outside Oxfam, Broad Street, OX1 4AS

Tangle Of Matter & Ghost Art Jericho

William Cotterill: atmospheric paintings in oil on gesso by emerging contemporary Oxford artist. Runs until Sun 26 February 2012.
11am - 5pm, free
Art Jericho (artjericho.com), 6 King Street, Oxford OX2 6DF; Email: artjericho@hotmail.co.uk; Tel. 07709 239322; Opening hours: Opening hours vary, but are often Wed-Sat 11am – 5pm (or by appointment) and Sun 1-5pm..

Visions of Mughal India: The Collection of Howard Hodgkin Review this

Collection of court painting that flourished during the Mughal period (c.1550–1850). Runs until Sun 22 April 2012.
10am - 6pm, £6 (£4)
Ashmolean Museum (www.ashmolean.org), Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PH; Email: education.service@ashmus.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 278000; Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm.

Unwrapped: The Story Of A Child Mummy

Installation of contemporary work by artist Angela Palmer, inspired by the Ancient Egypt galleries.. Runs until Sun 4 March 2012.
Website / Email Me
10am - 6pm. Free
Ashmolean Museum (www.ashmolean.org), Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PH; Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm.

Yakusha-e: Kabuki Prints Review this

Traditional depictions of Kabuki actors by late 19th century and comtemporary artists.. Runs until Sun 4 March 2012.
Website
10am - 6pm. Free
Ashmolean Museum (www.ashmolean.org), Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PH; Email: education.service@ashmus.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 278000; Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm.

Saturday Highlight Tour

Discover the treasures of the Ashmolean with staff from the Education Team. Places allocated on the day by tokens available from the Information Desk at 10am. 15 people per tour; no booking.. Runs until Sat 15 December 2012.
11am - 12pm, free (donations welcome)
Ashmolean Museum (www.ashmolean.org), Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PH; Email: education.service@ashmus.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 278000; Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm.

A Closer Look Tour

Daily tour highlighting a selected gallery. Places are allocated on the day, no advance booking. Max 15 people.. Runs until Sun 30 December 2012.
Website
2.15 - 2.45pm, free
Ashmolean Museum (www.ashmolean.org), Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PH; Email: education.service@ashmus.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 278000; Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm.

Upstairs Downstairs Tour Bodleian Library

Walk through the tunnel to see the Bodleian Library & Radcliffe Camera. Runs until Wed 29 February 2012.
tours@bodleian.ox.ac.uk
9.15am, £13
Bodleian Library (www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk), Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BG; Tel. 01865 277224.

Romance of the Middle Ages

Outstanding manuscripts and early printed books: fom lavish volumes about King Arthur to personal notebooks and fragments. Plus how these continue to inspire authors from Shakespeare to Monty Python.. Runs until Sun 13 May 2012.
Website / Tel. 01865 277148
9am - 4.30pm, free
Bodleian Library (www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk), Old Schools Quadrangle, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BG; Tel. 01865 277224.

Clouet to Claude: French Master Drawings Review this

A showcase of the gallery's collection of French drawings.. Runs until Sun 5 February 2012.
Website
£3/£2 concession (free to University members)
Christ Church Picture Gallery (www.chch.ox.ac.uk/gallery), Christ Church (entrance via Canterbury Gate / Oriel Square) OX1 1PD; Tel. 01865 276172; Opening hours: Now closed on Tuesdays from October to June. 1 Oct - 30 Apr: Mon, Wed-Sat: 10.30am-1pm & 2-4.30pm; Sun: 2-4.30pm. June: Mon, Wed-Sat: 10.30am-5pm; Sun 2-5pm. Jul, Aug, Sep: Mon-Sat: 10.30am-5pm; Sun: 2-5pm..

Nicky Ferguson: Fourth Plinth

Nicky's personal interpretation of panoramic views of Trafalgar Square from the plinth. Runs until Sun 26 February 2012.
Website / cornerstone@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
10am-6pm, free
Cornerstone Arts Centre (www.cornerstone-arts.org), 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE; Email: cornerstone@southoxon.gov.uk; Tel. 01235 515144.

Modern Art Trolley

Free art activities for children and families
2-4pm
Modern Art Oxford (www.modernartoxford.org.uk), 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.

Ripper Teeth In Action Review this

Film by Hector Castells-Matutano following James Capper and his excavator vehicle and the marks left on the landscape. Runs until Sun 18 March 2012.
Modern Art Oxford (www.modernartoxford.org.uk), 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733; Opening hours: Closed Mon. Tue & Wed: 10am-5pm. Thu, Fri & Sat: 10am-10pm. Sun: 12pm-5pm..

Graham Sutherland Modern Art Oxford

'An Unfinished World', curated by 2011 Turner Prize nominee George Shaw.. Runs until Sun 18 March 2012.
Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 722733
10am-7pm
Modern Art Oxford (www.modernartoxford.org.uk), 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP; Opening hours: Closed Mon. Tue & Wed: 10am-5pm. Thu, Fri & Sat: 10am-10pm. Sun: 12pm-5pm..

John Gerrard Legacy Fellowship Modern Art Oxford

Collaboration between Modern Art Oxford, Oxford University Sport and the Ruskin School of Art.. Runs until Thu 1 March 2012.
Website / info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
Modern Art Oxford (www.modernartoxford.org.uk), 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP; Opening hours: Closed Mon. Tue & Wed: 10am-5pm. Thu, Fri & Sat: 10am-10pm. Sun: 12pm-5pm..

Time Machines

A brief history of time-telling from the point of view of a naughty medieval scholar. Runs until Sun 15 April 2012.
Website / museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
Free
Museum of the History of Science (www.mhs.ox.ac.uk), Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3AZ; Tel. 01865 277280; Opening hours: 12-5pm Tue-Fri, 10am-5pm Sat, 2-5pm Sun..

Perspective: An English View

An exhibition of rare 18th and 19th century instruments used for drawing in perspective.. Runs until Sat 24 March 2012.
Website / museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
10am - 5pm, free
Museum of the History of Science (www.mhs.ox.ac.uk), Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3AZ; Tel. 01865 277280; Opening hours: 12-5pm Tue-Fri, 10am-5pm Sat, 2-5pm Sun..

Art Teachers Exhibit O3 Gallery

Showcase of work by artists who practise and teach art in Oxfordshire.. Runs until Sun 19 February 2012.
Website / info@o3gallery.co.uk / Tel. 01865246131
11am - 4pm. Free
O3 Gallery (www.o3gallery.co.uk), Oxford Castle, New Road, Oxford OX1 1AY; Email: info@o3gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131; Opening hours: Weekdays 12-5pm, late night opening until 7pm Thurs, Sat/Sun 11am-4pm.

Site-Specific Installation O3 Gallery

By Rhiannon Evans, as part of the Art Teachers Exhibition.. Runs until Sat 4 February 2012.
info@o3gallery.co.uk
2-2.30pm
O3 Gallery (www.o3gallery.co.uk), Oxford Castle, New Road, Oxford OX1 1AY; Email: info@o3gallery.co.uk; Tel. 01865 246131; Opening hours: Weekdays 12-5pm, late night opening until 7pm Thurs, Sat/Sun 11am-4pm.

Persecution And Survival Museum of Oxford

Exhibition exploring the life of Professor Paul Jacobsthal.. Runs until Sat 10 March 2012.
Website / museum@oxford.gov.uk
10am - 4pm. Free
Oxford Town Hall (tinyurl.com/67jx74s), St Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1DP; Tel. 01865 252195; Box office 01865 252351.

Ghost Forest

Angela Palmer's exhibition of huge primary rainforest tree stumps is on the lawn in front of the museum. The exhibition is intended to highlight the deforestation crisis. Extended to July 2012.. Runs until Tue 31 July 2012.
Free, visible at all times.
Oxford University Museum of Natural History (www.oum.ox.ac.uk), Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PW; Tel. 01865 272970; Fax: 01865 272950; Opening hours: 10am - 5pm daily. Free entry..
Walking home one late Summer’s night, it is a delight to stumble upon these tree stumps from Brazil and further afield. The roots... read more

Wings Of Change

Permanent rotating photo exhibition In Pegasus theatre celebrating youth aspirations & achievements. Runs until Wed 14 March 2012.
10am-4pm, free
Pegasus Theatre (www.pegasustheatre.org.uk), Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RE; Email: boxoffice@pegasustheatre.org.uk; Tel. 01865 812150; Fax: 01865 204976.

Made For Trade Review this

Insights into the world of trade through the Museum’s remarkable collections from local markets to global networks. Runs until Sun 27 January 2013.
Pitt Rivers Museum (www.prm.ox.ac.uk/events.html), South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PP; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943; Opening hours: Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. .

The Nature of Curious Objects

Artist Sue Johnson's paper museum.. Runs until Sun 10 June 2012.
Tel. 01865 270927
Pitt Rivers Museum (www.prm.ox.ac.uk/events.html), South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PP; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943; Opening hours: Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. .

Necessity is the Mother of Invention Pitt Rivers & Museum of the History of Science

Brookes Fine Art and 3D Design students present work exploring how and why people come up with solutions to help with everyday life.. Runs until Sat 17 March 2012.
Website / Tel. 01865 270927
free
Pitt Rivers Museum (www.prm.ox.ac.uk/events.html), South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PP; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943; Opening hours: Mon 12-4.30pm, Tue-Sun & BH 10am-4.30pm. .

Wildlife Photographer Of The Year Review this

See the most striking pictures of 2011.. Runs until Sat 10 March 2012.
10am - 5pm
Science Oxford Live (www.scienceoxfordlive.com), 1 - 5 London Place, St Clements OX4 1BD; Email: events@scienceoxford.com; Tel. 01865 810000; Opening hours: Saturdays, 10am to 5pm, during Term Time; Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm, during local school holidays..

Hannah Brown Exhibition

The China Shop Gallery is presenting new paintings and sculptures by Hannah Brown. Runs until Sat 25 February 2012.
Website / Email Me
Gallery Open Saturdays 10am-4pm. Free
The China Shop Gallery (www.thechinashopgallery.co.uk), 37a St Mary's Road, Oxford OX4 1PY; Opening hours: Sat 10am - 4pm.

Blessing Force Exhibition

Oxford Based Collective Blessing Force present an exhibition of new work at the Old Fire Station. Runs until Fri 24 February 2012.
Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 263980
10.00am - 5.00pm
The Old Fire Station (www.oldfirestation.info/), 40 George Street, Oxford OX1 2AQ; Tel. 01865 263980.

Children And War Soldiers of Oxfordshire Trust

The effect of war on children seen through the lens of Oxfordshire. Runs until Sun 8 April 2012.
Website / research@sofo.org.uk
1 - 5pm, free
The Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock. OX20 1SN; Tel. 01993 811456; Opening hours: Tue-Sat: 10am-5pm. Sun: 2-5pm. Mon: Closed.

Colour, Pattern, Rhythm West Oxford Arts

Exuberant work from 5 artists to light up the dark winter days. Runs until Sun 5 February 2012.
Website / gallery@westoxarts.com / Tel. 01993 850137
10.30am - 4.30pm
West Oxfordshire Arts Gallery, The Gallery/Town Hall, Market Square, Bampton, Oxfordshire OX18 2JH; Tel. 01993 850137.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Family Events Listings

Sixth Form Open Morning d'Overbroeck's College

Come to visit d'Overbroeck's College and talk to students and staff.
Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 310 000
9am - noon, £0
The Swan Building, 111 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 6JX

Chipping Norton On Ice Holy Trinity Primary School

Open air covered ice rink for all ages. Refreshments available. Must book by 03 Feb 2012.
Website / cnholytrinitypta@gmail.com
12noon-8pm; £4.25 per person per 30 minute session
Holy Trinity Primary School, London Road, Chipping Norton OX7 5AX

Littlemore Coffee Shop

1st Saturday of each month, selling homemade cakes, run by volunteer.
lucillej@talktalk.net / Tel. 01865 749075
10am, 1pm
Village hall, Railway lane, Littlemore OX4 4QD

Storytime! Barefoot Books

Join us in exploring Barefoot Books' finest and meet other parents
Barefoot Books Studio (www.barefootbooks.com), 294 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7ED; Email: oxford.events@barefootbooks.co.uk; Tel. 01865 311100.

Barefoot Drama Club Barefoot Books

Creation Theatre lead classes at Barefoot for 12 fun weeks!
9:30-10:30am. Ages 5–7; £126 for a 12 week term (plus £10 joining fee for new members). Places are limited. To register, call Creation Box Office for more details on 01865 766266.
Barefoot Books Studio (www.barefootbooks.com), 294 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7ED; Email: oxford.events@barefootbooks.co.uk; Tel. 01865 311100.

Modern Art Trolley

Free art activities for children and families
2-4pm
Modern Art Oxford (www.modernartoxford.org.uk), 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP; Email: info@modernartoxford.org.uk; Tel. 01865 722733.

Cabinet of Curiosities

Discover unusual objects from the Museum's collection and put together your own cabinet of curiosities. Suitable for ages 5-11.
Website / Tel. 01865 277280
12pm, free
Museum of the History of Science (www.mhs.ox.ac.uk), Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3AZ; Tel. 01865 277280.

Cabinet Of Curiosities Family Friendly Drop In

Discover unusual objects and make your own cabinet of curiosities!
Website / museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
12-4pm, free, ages 5-11
Museum of the History of Science (www.mhs.ox.ac.uk), Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3AZ; Tel. 01865 277280.

Close Encounters

Museum object handling led by volunteers using two historic sundials.
Website / museum@mhs.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 277280
1pm & 3pm, free.
Museum of the History of Science (www.mhs.ox.ac.uk), Old Ashmolean Building, Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3AZ; Tel. 01865 277280.

Saturday Theatre School Oxford Academy of Performing Arts

Drama, dance and singing classes, diverse performance opportunities! Ages 8-15
Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 872883
9.30am - 1.30pm, £290 per 10-week course, discounts available
Oxford High Junior School, 1 Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6SU.

Mickey Mouse Gas Masks Museum of Oxford

Make your own brightly coloured gas mask to wear.
Website / museum@oxford.gov.uk / Tel. 01865 252761
10:00 - 4:00, £1.50
Oxford Town Hall (tinyurl.com/67jx74s), St Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1DP; Tel. 01865 252195; Box office 01865 252351.

Dreamtime Pitt Rivers Museum

Discover Australian Aboriginal dreamtime tales and beautiful bark paintings. Then create your own masterpiece using natural materials.
Website / Tel. 01865 270927
1pm - 4pm, free
Pitt Rivers Museum (www.prm.ox.ac.uk/events.html), South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PP; Email: prm@prm.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 270927; Fax: 01865 270943.

Oxford School Of Rock

Play guitar, bass or drums. For kids aged 7-14.
Website / Email Me
9.15am - noon, £17
Rotator Studios (www.rotator.co.uk/studios.html), 74-77 Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RE; Tel. 01865 715705.

Las Ocas Grupo De Juego

Spanish-speaking playgroup for children and their parents/carers
lasocasoxford@googlemail.com
10.30-12, £2 per family
St Clements Family Centre (www.stclements.org.uk/home/finding-us/family-centre/), Cross St, Oxford OX4 1DA.

Hidden House Trail Project OYAP Trust

16-25s create a trail with professional theatre artist.
Website / Email Me
10am - 4pm free
The Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock. OX20 1SN.

Bill Spectre's Ghost Trail Bill Spectre's Ghost Trails

Theatrical ghost trail of Oxford. Frightfully popular with all ages! Start outside the gift shop.
Website / info@ghosttrail.org / Tel. 07941 041811
6.30pm. Adults £7. Children £4
Unlocked - Oxford Castle (www.oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk), 44-46 Oxford Castle, Oxford OX1 1AY; Email: info@oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk; Tel. 01865 260666.

Birdsong Music For Children BirdSong Music

Babies, toddlers and young children having fun learning about music.
Website / info@birdsongmusic.co.uk / Tel. 01865 559649
Saturday mornings, £70 termly
Wolvercote Primary School, First Turn, Wolvercote.

Birdsong Music For Children BirdSong Music

Babies, toddlers and young children having fun learning about music.
Website / info@birdsongmusic.co.uk / Tel. 01865 559649
Saturday mornings, £70 termly
Wolvercote Primary School, First Turn, Wolvercote.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Festivals, Fairs and Markets Listings

Sandford Market & Cafe Talking Shop

Local produce market & cafe: fresh bread, veg, meat, dairy, great cafe
Website / Email Me
Every sat 9am - 12
Sandford on Thames Village Hall, Henley Road, OX4 4YN

Farmers' & Community Market East Oxford Farmers' Market

Quality produce from within 30 miles of Oxford. Sewing alts. Cafe
Website / eastoxfordmarket@googlemail.com
10am - 1pm
East Oxford Primary School, Union Street, Oxford OX4 1JP.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Gardens Listings

Snowdrop Garden Open Long Leys Farm

Park in village. Plants for sale, inc. 30 different snowdrops
longleysfarm@gmail.com
11am-3pm, £5 for charity
Long Leys Farm, Cumnor OX2 9QG

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Gig Listings

Inside Out

Rock covers 3-piece
9pm. Free
Cricketers Arms, Cowley (www.cricketersarmsoxford.com), 102 Temple Road, Oxford OX4 2EZ; Tel. 01865 718459.

Arthur Sawbridge + guests

Loop Violinist: experimental, instrumental pop-rock
Website / atempoentertainment@gmail.com / Tel. 07906945339
9pm, free
Cricketers Arms, Iffley Rd (www.atempoentertainment.com), 43 Iffley Road, (corner of Circus Street), Oxford OX4 1EA; Tel. 07906 945339 / 07412 845696.

Mofo, Big Society, Phil Garvey Presented by Pont Music

Classic rock with Post punk ska and psychedelic anthems. Brilliant!
Website / Email Me / Tel. 07582 542568
7:30 ‘till 11 ish £5
Folly Bridge Inn, 38 Abingdon Road, Oxford OX1 4PD; Tel. 01865 790106.
Excellent show last night upstairs at the Folly Bridge Inn organised by Guy de Valle of Pont Music. Don Galado and Far West headlining... read more

Pop Up Night: Music And Art Fusion Arts

Music from The Cooling Pearls, The Gullivers and We Aeronauts + art!
Website
8-11pm, £1 entry
Fusion Arts, East Oxford Community Centre, Princes Street, Oxford OX4 1DD; Email: info@fusion-arts.org; Tel. 01865 245735; Fax: http://www.fusion-arts.org.

Ian Hyland & Twilight Country

Country & Western
8.30pm. £5
Headington Conservative Club, 60 Windmill Road, Headington, Oxford OX3 7BZ; Tel. 01865 439400.

Basement Gig Modern Art Oxford

Pindrop Performances presents Wild Swim, Grudle Bay Riots & Inch-Time Must book by 04 Feb 2012.
Website / info@modernartoxford.org.uk / Tel. 01865 722733
7.30pm, £5/4 booking essential
Modern Art Oxford (www.modernartoxford.org.uk), 30 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP.

Gus De La Querra @the Red Lion

Gus returns with sensational covers from the 60's to today
Email Me / Tel. 07976 619979
9 till late FREE
Red Lion (Eynsham), The Square, Eynsham OX29 4HW; Email: martin@martinallsop.com; Tel. 07976 619979.

Nick Helm, Andy Robinson, Owen O'Neill The Glee Club

Live comedy
Website
7.15pm, £14 / £5 NUS
The Glee Club (www.glee.co.uk/oxford), 3 Hythe Bridge Street, Oxford OX1 2EW; Email: info@glee.co.uk; Tel. Box Office 0871 472 0400.

Daughter DHP Concerts

Folk/acoustic
8pm
The Jericho Tavern (www.thejerichooxford.co.uk/), 56 Walton Street, Oxford OX2 6AE; Tel. 01865 311775.

The Bookies Live Music Night

The Experimentals, Ethemia, Bowmer & Holmes
Website
8.30pm, free
The Old Bookbinder's Arms (oldbookbinders.co.uk/), 17-18 Victor Street, Oxford OX2 6BT; Tel. 01865 553549.

FeelFull, God Speed

Local 3-piece indie rockers
7.30pm. £5
The Port Mahon (www.portmahon.co.uk/), 82 St Clements, Oxford OX4 1AW; Email: Portmahonmusic@yahoo.co.uk; Tel. 01865 790970.

Sigiriya, Desert Storm, Prosperina, Undersmile Buried In Smoke Presents

Metal
8pm. £5
The Wheatsheaf, 129 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4DF; Tel. 01865 721156 .

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Lectures, Seminars and Conferences Listings

Having A Laugh Gobo Theatre Review this

Paul Mayhew-Archer talks about his life in comedy with the BBC
Website / Email Me
7.30pm, £10
Amey Hall, Abingdon School, Park Road, Abingdon OX14 1DE; Tel. 01235 521563.

Oxford Climate Forum Oxford Hub

The country’s highest-profile student-run conference on climate change.
Website / climateforum@oxfordhub.org
Oxford Town Hall (tinyurl.com/67jx74s), St Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1DP.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Meeting Listings

Hands-On Coins

Handle historical coins from different times and cultures, with help from the volunteer team.
Website
11.30am - 1.30pm & 2 - 4pm, free
Ashmolean Museum (www.ashmolean.org), Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PH; Email: education.service@ashmus.ox.ac.uk; Tel. 01865 278000.

Isis Branch BSG British Sugarcraft Guild

Sugarcraft guild branch meeting - demo./workshop, 3rd Sat each month.
Tel. 01865 250450
1.30-4pm, £6
Regal Community Centre (www.regalcommunitycentre.org.uk/), Ridgefield Road, Cowley, Oxford OX4 3BY.

Hidden House Trail Project OYAP Trust

16-25s create a trail with professional theatre artist.
Website / Email Me
10am - 4pm free
The Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock. OX20 1SN.

Drama - Play Auditions Oxford Theatre Guild

Come to auditions Pinter's One for the Road. Today and next Tuesday, see website
Website / Email Me
11am-1pm Free
URC Hall, Summertown, Banbury Road.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Music and Dance Listings

Zumba Chicas / Chicos

Buzzin' bonkers fun, no mirrors, no posing - get in the jam
Website / salsahips1@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07776430343 George
4pm / £5 no need to book
Barts School Hall, Eynsham

Pre-school Ballet & Tap Class Expression

Fun, imaginative pre-school movement classes, experienced & qualified teachers.
Website / info@expressiondance.co.uk / Tel. 07956 231155
10.30-11.00pm for 2½ to 3 years, 11.15-12.00pm for 3½ to 4 years
St Nicholas' Primary School, Raymund Road, Marston, OX3 0PJ

Salsa In Witney Salsa Candente

Learn to Salsa, have fun, make new friends
Website / d.canning306@btinternet.com / Tel. 07979 061106
8pm, £5
Madley Park Primary School, Cedar Drive, Madley Park, Witney OX28 1AR

Ouss Salsa Classes On Mondays! Oxford University Salsa Soc

Salsa classes for all (student & non-student)@ Welsley Memorial Hall Oxford
Website
£3.50 (non-member) £3 (member)
WESLEY MEMORIAL HALL, New Inn Hall St. OX1 2DH

Weekly Argentine Tango Classes Miriam & Dante, Tango Teachers

Learn tango with a professional Argentinean teacher. Join our weekly classes!
Website / tango@miriamydante.com / Tel. 07527 579120
11.45am - 12.45pm: Beginners £7 (£6 students), 12.45 - 2.00pm: Improvers/Intermediate £8 (£6 students)
East Oxford Community Centre, 44b Princes Street (corner of Cowley Rd), Oxford OX4 1HU; Email: east_oxford_cc@yahoo.co.uk; Tel. 01865 792168.

Buena Vista Cuban Salsa Party Cubanisimo

Doors open 8pm, 8.30-9.30pm. Performance 11pm. Music from top Cuban DJ til 1.30am
Website / info@cubanisimo.co.uk / Tel. 07715 840675
£10 £8 adv 8pm-1.30am
East Oxford Conservative Club, 62 James Street, Oxford OX4 1EU.

Ballet Classes For Adults Yuka Kodama Ballet Group

Various levels of "free" classes in Russian technique.
Website / yuka@kodamaballet.co.uk / Tel. 07957 482527
Jericho Community Centre (www.pstalker.com/centre/), 33a Canal Street, Oxford OX2 6BQ.

Open Ballet Classes OU Dance Society

Ballet classes for beginners through to advanced levels, open all year round.
Website
Beginners/Intermediate £8 (£7 members)
Jericho Community Centre (www.pstalker.com/centre/), 33a Canal Street, Oxford OX2 6BQ; Email: admin@jerichocentre.org.uk; Tel. 01865 557902.

Salsa Class / Fitness salsa core

mkelly740@yahoo.co.uk / Tel. 07791612026
11.30am
Oxford Brookes University Sports Centre, Cheney Lane, Oxford OX3 0BP.

Tap - Kids' Classes Ox Academy of Performing Arts

Fun, friendly tap teaching for ages 8-15. Saturdays 1.40 - 2.30pm
Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 872883
Oxford High Junior School, 1 Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6SU.

Advanced Acting (saturdays) Ox Academy of Performing Arts

MASTERCLASS: Our advanced acting class for ages 19-25.
Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 872883
1.45-3.30pm.
Oxford High Junior School, 1 Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6SU.

Saturday Theatre School Oxford Academy of Performing Arts

Drama, dance and singing classes, diverse performance opportunities! Ages 8-15
Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 872883
9.30am - 1.30pm, £290 per 10-week course, discounts available
Oxford High Junior School, 1 Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6SU.

Oxford School Of Rock

Play guitar, bass or drums. For kids aged 7-14.
Website / Email Me
9.15am - noon, £17
Rotator Studios (www.rotator.co.uk/studios.html), 74-77 Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RE; Tel. 01865 715705.

Zumba Fitness Class

Zumba Fitness Class, Party yourself into shape! Fun for all ages & abilities.
Email Me / Tel. 07714 24 81 77
11:30 - 12:30pm, £5
SS Philip & James School, Navigation Way.

Dazzle Dance

Ballroom and latin classes.
info@dazzledance.co.uk / Tel. 07985 921907
£8. 7.30pm - beginners. 8.30pm - improvers. 9.30-10.30pm - social dance
The Old Fire Station (www.oldfirestation.info/), 40 George Street, Oxford OX1 2AQ; Tel. 01865 263980.

Youth Dance Company Expression

Performing oportunities for 8-25 yr olds. All styles of dance. Audition only.
Website / info@expressiondance.co.uk / Tel. 07956 231155
5 - 8pm, £7 per rehearsal.
United Reformed Church (Summertown) (summertownurc.org), 294a Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7HN; Tel. 01865 311762.

Zumba & Pilates Janette Cardy Fitness

Dance yourself fit and have a giggle
Website / janette@janettecardyfitness.co.uk / Tel. 07831 255532
Zumba 10.30-11.30am, Pilates 9.30-10.30am
Wootton and Dry Sandford Community Centre, Wootton Village (near Abingdon), Oxfordshire OX13 6DN.

Zumba / Zumba Toning Janette Cardy Fitness

Website / janette@janettecardyfitness.co.uk
Zumba toning 9.30am and Zumba 10.30am. Pilates 10.30am too. (Same venue/different studio)
Wootton and Dry Sandford Community Centre, Wootton Village (near Abingdon), Oxfordshire OX13 6DN.

Zumba & Pilates Janette Cardy Fitness

Get real fitness results in 2012.
Website / janette@janettecardyfitness.co.uk / Tel. 07831 255532
9.30am Pilates / 9.30am Zumba Toning / 10.30am Zumba
Wootton and Dry Sandford Community Centre, Wootton Village (near Abingdon), Oxfordshire OX13 6DN.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Outside Oxfordshire Listings

Space Capone @ Proud Larry's

Space Capone invades Proud Larry's 2/4
Website / thetimmeeker@gmail.com
10pm
Proud Larry's, 211 South Lamar Boulevard, Oxford, MS 38655-4009, United States

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Pubs and Clubs Listings

Zombie Nation

With DJ C
10pm-3am
Lola Lo (www.lolalooxford.com), 13-15 Magdalen Street, Oxford, OX1 3AE; Email: info@lolalooxford.com/; Tel. 249171.

Propaganda + Trashy + Room 101

Weekly indie pop, kitsch & rock club night
10.30pm-3am. £4-5
O2 Academy Oxford (www.oxford-academy.co.uk), 190 Cowley Road, Oxford OX4 1UE; Tel. Box Office: 0844 477 2000 / Info: 0905 020 3999 (25p/min).

A Burn(t) Supper at The Prince of Wales, Iffley

Pipe the Haggis Around Iffley Village & Enjoy a Late Burn's(t)Supper
Website / myfavouritepub@yahoo.com / Tel. 01865 778554
7.00pm - Optional Meal £15.95
Prince of Wales (Iffley) (www.wadworth.co.uk/iffley/prince_of_wales/index.html), 73 Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford OX4 4EF; Email: myfavouritepub@yahoo.com; Tel. 01865 778554.

Northern Soul & Tamla Motown Night Oxford Soul Club

Special guest DJ Tony Dellar plus resident DJs. Ample free parking
Email Me
7.30pm - 1am (last admission 10.30pm), £5
Rover Sports & Social Club, Roman Way, Cowley (behind BMW complex), Oxford OX4 6NL; Tel. 01865 717166 / 775463; Fax: 01865 826105 (fax).

Extracurricular

Garage / hiphop / bashment
10pm-3am. £5
The Cellar (www.cellaroxford.co.uk), Frewin Court, off Cornmarket St; Tel. 01865 244761 / 07769 690177.

The Bookies Live Music Night

The Experimentals, Ethemia, Bowmer & Holmes
Website
8.30pm, free
The Old Bookbinder's Arms (oldbookbinders.co.uk/), 17-18 Victor Street, Oxford OX2 6BT; Tel. 01865 553549.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Skills, Games and Volunteering Listings

Sewing For Beginners Courses

Learn how to use your machine and make 2 bags, zips, buttonholes, hems
louisepaemen@hotmail.com / Tel. 01235 521386
10.30am - 3.30pm, (£97 for the course of 3 Saturdays)
Kennington Village Centre (www.kennington.org), Kennington Road, (opposite The Tandem pub), Kennington OX1 5PG.

Saturday Stage School Oxford Academy Of Performing A

Drama, dance and singing. Classes for ages 5-19, led by professional performers
Website / Email Me / Tel. 01865 872883
Oxford High Junior School, 1 Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6SU.

Las Ocas Grupo De Juego

Spanish-speaking playgroup for children and their parents/carers
lasocasoxford@googlemail.com
10.30-12, £2 per family
St Clements Family Centre (www.stclements.org.uk/home/finding-us/family-centre/), Cross St, Oxford OX4 1DA.

Hidden House Trail Project OYAP Trust

16-25s create a trail with professional theatre artist.
Website / Email Me
10am - 4pm free
The Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock. OX20 1SN.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Sports and Fitness Listings

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Class Senshi Martial Arts

Foundation MMA Class, taught by experienced fighters. All welcome at all levels
Website / senshimartialarts@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07527 693 862
12 - 1.30pm, First class free
VIDA Health & Fitness Club, Langford Lane, Kidlington, OX5 1RA

Bootfitness: Outdoor Circuits Berryman Fitness

One hour military style outdoor circuits class to help you lose weight & tone up
Website / colin@berrymanfitness.co.uk / Tel. 07549 088299
Meet 8:45am for 9:00 start, £5
Abbey Meadows, Abingdon, OX14 3JD

New Karate Classes Oxford Karate Academy

Free taster classes for kids & adults
Website / OxfordGoju@aol.com / Tel. 07956902101
11am-1.30pm
Various locations, see website for details

Boxing Class

Boxing sessions for men and women of all ages in a fully equipped Boxing gym.
Website / unique-fc@live.co.uk / Tel. 01869 600367
9am til 1pm. £6.00
Unique Fitness Boxing Gym,Grange Farm Industrial Estate, Bicester, OX25 3PD

Pilates Feel Fit Gym Oxford

Building core stability, improving balance, posture and strength.
Website / info@feelfitgym.com / Tel. 01865 711 333
11.30 - 12.30, £5 / £3 members
Feel Fit Gym, 21 Templar's Square Oxford OX4 3XQ

Kettlebell Training Classes The Kettlebell Studio

Book a free trial session. The ultimate full body workout in 30 minutes!
Website / info@kettlebellstudio.co.uk / Tel. 0845 226 5647
7.00am - 3.00pm
The Kettlebell Studio, 263-5 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 7HN

Core Stability Feel Fit Gym Oxford

Improve posture, performance and prevent injury.
Website / info@feelfitgym.com / Tel. 01865 711 333
10.00 - 11.00am, £5 / £3 members
Feel Fit Gym, 21 Templar's Square Oxford OX4 3XQ

Women's Fitness Boxing Oxford Boxing& Fitness Academy

Get fit, burn fat, relieve stress
Website / faz1@fsmail.net / Tel. 07748841862
Check website for class times
Oxford Boxing Academy, Saxon Way, Oxford, OX3 9DF

Zumba With Jcfitness www.janettecardyfitness.co.uk

Zumba Party... alot of wiggling n giggling and real results to be had!
Website / janette@janettecardyfitness.co.uk / Tel. 07831 255532
9.30 am Pilates. 9.30 am Zumba Toning and 10.30 am Zumba. pay as you go.
Wootton and Dry Sandford Community Hall Wootton

Darryl Woods Cricket Coaching

1:1, Small Group, Club or School coaching
Website / darrylcwoods@aol.com / Tel. 01993 702062
£35ph outdoors & £45ph indoors
Oxford Downs Cricket Club OX29 7QH outdoor coaching facility or Burford School Sports Hall OX18 4PL indoor coaching facility

Oxford Tennis League Local Tennis Leagues

Friendly competitive tennis for adults of all standards.
Website / oxfordtennisleague@gmail.com / Tel. 0750 328 1732
Booking now
Public courts city-wide

Aerobics Barton Leisure Centre

A fun and energetic aerobics class for all abilities
Website / Tel. 01865 467290
12:00-13:00, £5.60
Barton Leisure Centre (www.oxford.gov.uk/PageRender/decLP/Barton_Pool_occw.htm), Waynflete Road, Barton, Oxford OX3 8GA; Tel. 01865 467290.

Fusion Indoor Cycle Barton Leisure Centre

An excellent cardiovascular workout, suitable for all levels
Website / Tel. 01865 467290
13:15-14:00, £5.60
Barton Leisure Centre (www.oxford.gov.uk/PageRender/decLP/Barton_Pool_occw.htm), Waynflete Road, Barton, Oxford OX3 8GA; Tel. 01865 467290.

Fusion Indoor Cycling

Fusion Indoor Cycling one of the Best Cardio Workouts you'll experience.
Website / benjamin.oakley-rowland@fusion-lifestyle.com / Tel. 01865467020
9.30am - 10.15am & 6.00pm - 6.45pm
Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre, Pegasus Road, Blackbird Leys OX4 6JL; Tel. 01865 467020.

Rowing: Coxes Needed City of Oxford Rowing Club

Experienced cox or new to coxing - we need you for training/racing
Website / richardjmurray@ymail.com / Tel. 07585983187
9am
City of Oxford Rowing Club (www.oxfordrowingclub.org.uk), Meadow Lane, Off Donnington Bridge Road, Oxford OX4 4BL.

Running School The Kettlebell Studio

Learn to run faster with better technique and eliminate injury potential. Coached by Mark Johnson of The Kettlebell Studio
Website / info@kettlebellstudio.co.uk / Tel. 0844 332 0125
12 - 1pm, £10, Booking essential.
Cutteslowe Park, Cutteslowe, North Oxford OX2 8ES.

Keep Moving Age UK

Gentle exercise to music class, mostly seated, for the Over 50s – no booking necessary
2.30-3.30pm
Fusion Arts, East Oxford Community Centre, Princes Street, Oxford OX4 1DD; Email: info@fusion-arts.org; Tel. 01865 245735; Fax: http://www.fusion-arts.org.

Muay Thai OMAA

Intense, full contact martial art training.
Website / info@omaa.org.uk
12.30-2.00pm
Oxford Martial Arts Academy (www.omaa.org.uk), 21 Templar’s Square, Cowley, Oxford OX4 3XQ; Email: info@omaa.org.uk; Tel. 01865 774998.

Boxing Beg, Interm, Adv OMAA

The ultimate workout stimulating all the muscle groups.
Website / info@omaa.org.uk
12.00-2.00pm
Oxford Martial Arts Academy (www.omaa.org.uk), 21 Templar’s Square, Cowley, Oxford OX4 3XQ; Email: info@omaa.org.uk; Tel. 01865 774998.

R. Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu OMAA

Fighting style to improve physical fitness, the ultimate self-defence system.
Website / info@omaa.org.uk
10.00-11.30am
Oxford Martial Arts Academy (www.omaa.org.uk), 21 Templar’s Square, Cowley, Oxford OX4 3XQ; Email: info@omaa.org.uk; Tel. 01865 774998.

Shotokan Karate Oxford University Karate Club

Learn karate from qualified instructors affiliated to Japan Karate Association
Website
4.30-6.30pm
Oxford University Sports Complex (www.sport.ox.ac.uk), Iffley Road; Tel. 01865 240476.

Step & Tone (basic/inter/adv) AJactive (Anginette Barton)

Fitness classes for all levels of ability. Pay as you go, no prebooking required
Website / enquiries@ajactive.co.uk / Tel. 07796 053703
10.00-11.00am: Step & Tone (intermediate)
Rose Hill Primary School, The Oval, Oxford OX4 4SF; Tel. 01865 777937; Fax: 01865 774999.

Yoga AJactive (Anginette Barton)

Fitness classes for all levels of ability. Pay as you go, no prebooking required
Website / enquiries@ajactive.co.uk / Tel. 07796 053703
11.15am: Yoga
Rose Hill Primary School, The Oval, Oxford OX4 4SF; Tel. 01865 777937; Fax: 01865 774999.

Zumba Fitness ZUMBA Oxford with Sarah

Dance yourself fit & have fun.
sarahpomroy@btinternet.com / Tel. 07714 248177
11.30am - 12.30pm, £5 per class
SS Philip & James School, Navigation Way.

Dynamic Hatha Yoga stephanie-yogapilates

Alignment, Breath & Flow - Open Level class
Website / info@stephanie-yogapilates.eu
10:15am - 11.30am £10 drop-in/£9 termly/£8 twice a week
St Giles Church Hall, 10, Woodstock Rd..

Original Pilates Mat-work stephanie-yogapilates

The Original Method by Joseph Pilates
Website / info@stephanie-yogapilates.eu
9:00am - 10:00am - Open Level
St Giles Church Hall, 10, Woodstock Rd..

Yoga: Movement & Stillness Olivia Johnson Yoga

Yoga workshop: Flowing vinyasa practice balanced by yin yoga practice. Booking advised by 04 Feb 2012.
Website / olivia@oliviajohnsonyoga.co.uk / Tel. 07734580680
12.30-2.30pm £15
Thrangu House (www.thranguhouse.org.uk/), 42 Magdalen Road, Oxford OX4 1RB.

Tae Kwon Do (itf) Senshi Martial Arts

Friendly, professional ITF Tae Kwon Do taught by former England Champions
Website / senshimartialarts@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07527 693 862
10am - 11am, First Class Free
VIDA Health & Fitness Club, Langford Lane, Oxford, OX5 1RA

Boxing Classes Senshi Martial Arts

Great for fitness, increasing speed, stamina and self defense. All welcome
Website / senshimartialarts@hotmail.co.uk / Tel. 07527 693862
11am-12pm, first class free
VIDA Health & Fitness Club, Langford Lane, Oxford, OX5 1RA

Zumba & Pilates Janette Cardy Fitness

Dance yourself fit and have a giggle
Website / janette@janettecardyfitness.co.uk / Tel. 07831 255532
Zumba 10.30-11.30am, Pilates 9.30-10.30am
Wootton and Dry Sandford Community Centre, Wootton Village (near Abingdon), Oxfordshire OX13 6DN.

Pilates with JCFitness Janette Cardy Fitness

Work the core, tone the body and improve flex and posture.
Website / janette@janettecardyfitness.co.uk / Tel. 07831 255532
9.30 - 10.30am, £5
Wootton and Dry Sandford Community Centre, Wootton Village (near Abingdon), Oxfordshire OX13 6DN.

Dynamic Vinyasa Yoga Emma Robinson

A balanced Vinyasa class designed to deepen postures. All levels welcome
Website / emmalovesyoga@googlemail.com / Tel. 07767710360
12 - 1.30pm, £8.50
Yoga Garden, Behind Cibo's (on the right), South Parade, Summertown.

Kripalu Yoga Sanctuary Grace Yoga

Yoga for Mind, Body and Spirit - All levels welcome!
Website / Email Me
2:00pm - 3:30pm; £6 for drop-in; £5 for blocks of six classes
Yoga Garden, Behind Cibo's (on the right), South Parade, Summertown.

Hot (Bikram) Yoga Class

90 minute Bikram Yoga class, suitable for all levels. Prices on website.
Website / info@yogavenue.co.uk / Tel. 01865 245754
9am
YogaVenue (www.yogavenue.co.uk), 2 Avenue Lane, (off Chapel Street), Oxford OX4 1YF; Email: info@yogavenue.co.uk; Tel. 01865 245754.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Theatre Listings

Having A Laugh Gobo Theatre Review this

Paul Mayhew-Archer talks about his life in comedy with the BBC
Website / Email Me
7.30pm, £10
Amey Hall, Abingdon School, Park Road, Abingdon OX14 1DE; Tel. 01235 521563.

The Curse of the Oxford Revue The Oxford Revue

In a sleepy English village not all is as it seems. The jam is strawberry rhubarb, and the mayor’s son? Let’s just say his hat isn’t real felt...
7.30pm,£6 (£5)
Burton Taylor Studio (www.burtontaylor.co.uk), Gloucester Street, (between Beaumont Street and Gloucester Green), Oxford OX1 2BN; Tel. 01865 305305.
The Curse of the Oxford Revue is the story of a small town, Blight-upon-Cripple, and a journalist, assigned to write about the... read more

Twelfth Night Cornerstone Review this

A mix of bold storytelling, imaginative staging and music. Suitable for ages 7+
Website / cornerstone@southoxon.gov.uk / Tel. 01235 515144
3pm, £12, £10.50, £9.50
Cornerstone Arts Centre (www.cornerstone-arts.org), 25 Station Road, Didcot, OX11 7NE; Email: cornerstone@southoxon.gov.uk; Tel. 01235 515144.

On The Line Review this

A controversial new train line is about to hit Slough. Can Sara Malik MP balance loyalty to her constituents with fame and power?
Website
2.30 & 7:30pm, £5 otd, £4 adv
Moser Theatre, Wadham College (www.wadham.ox.ac.uk/images/files/WadhamCollegePlan.pdf), Wadham College, Parks Rd, Oxford OX1 3PN.

Twelfth Night Review this

Innovative new setting, in Prohibition era Illyria, with specially composed Blues music. £7 (£5 concessions).
Website / Email Me
2pm & 7.30pm
O'Reilly Theatre (Keble College) (www.oreillytheatre.co.uk), Entrance at Blackhall Road (behind Keble), Oxford OX1 3PG.

The Hothouse Illyria Productions

Inside Harold Pinter's sickly institution patient 6457 has had the impertinence to die... £10 - £15
2.30 & 7.30pm
Oxford Playhouse (www.oxfordplayhouse.com/), 11-12 Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2LW; Tel. 01865 305305; Fax: 01865 793748.
University of Oxford Student Company Illyria Productions performed a hilarious, laugh a minute version of Harold Pinter’s play... read more

The Man Upstairs Barbarian Productions Review this

I no longer wish to live - would you be so good as to give me a push? £7/£5
Website / timothy.coleman@merton.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 07510 129806
2.30pm, 7.30pm
St John's College: Auditorium (www.sjc.ox.ac.uk), St. Giles, Oxford OX1 3JP; Tel. 01865 277307.

This Phoenix Shall Fly Review this

A reading of Natasha Campbell’s play in verse exploring life and motherhood after childhood abuse.
alison.butler@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
7.30pm, £5
The Old Fire Station (www.oldfirestation.info/), 40 George Street, Oxford OX1 2AQ; Tel. 01865 263980.

[ show / hide ]Sat 4th Feb — Worship Listings

New College Choir choral service

Website / nancy-jane.rucker@new.ox.ac.uk / Tel. 01865 279108
6.15pm - free
New College Chapel, New College, Holywell Street, Oxford OX1 3BN.

24 Hours Of Prayer The John Wesley Society

Prayer stations, poems, activities and peaceful atmosphere all day.
Website / Email Me
Free, open to public 10am-8pm
Wesley Memorial Church (www.wesleymem.org.uk), New Inn Hall St, Oxford OX1 2DH.