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CRY RAISING AWARENESS WEEK Nationwide( 19th-27th). This week encourages Cardiac Risk in the Young( CRY) supporters to raise awareness and funds to help raise CRY’ s profile. The charity is creating special packs to help those taking part in this awareness project. Tel: Ben Robinson, 01737 363222. E-mail: ben @ c-r-y. org. uk
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WILLOW BALL Lancaster London. Host for the evening will be Dancing On Ice star and professional ice skater Frankie Seaman along with The Jersey Boys confirmed as the headline act. Guests will experience the very best entertainment into the early hours. Tel: 01707 259777. www. willowfoundation. org. uk / willow-ball
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125th ANNIVERSARY BALL Supernova, Victoria Embankment, 7pm to 1am. Our most exciting event is back! Help us celebrate Trinity’ s 125th Anniversary in style. This will be a special evening of thrilling entertainment, enchanting culinary delights and sensational auction prizes. It will be remembered for years to come, so save the date! In aid of Royal Trinity Hospice. 500 guests anticipated. Dress: Black Tie. Price: £ 150. E-mail: lquinn @ royaltrinityhospice. org Tel: 020 7787 1086.
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THE WINTER GALA Guildhall, London. Save the Children’ s sell-out storytelling gala returns inspired by the wonderful world of Roald Dahl, in celebration of the renowned author’ s centenary. Join us for an evening of marvelous food and entertainment, fantastical fundraising and more than a little magic. Immerse yourself in Roald Dahl’ s whimsical stories, as we bring his world of pure imagination to life before your eyes. In aid of Save the Children. E-mail: specialevents @ savethechildren. org. uk Tel: 020 3763 0378.
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ASTHMA CHRISTMAS FAIR Hurlingham Club, 22nd and 23rd. The AsthmaUK Christmas Fair is a shopping experience with a difference. It consists of over 90 unique stallholders with a wonderful range of chic jewellery and accessories, gourmet foods, toys and exciting men’ s and ladies’ fashions. 1,000 guests are anticipated. Sponsor: Knight Frank. Price: £ 15 in advance / £ 20 on door on the 22nd; £ 5 on door on 23rd. Chairmen: Amanda Mills and Amanda Fisher. Hours: 5.30pm to 9pm on the 22nd; 9am to 4pm on the 23rd. E-mail: specialevents @ asthma. org. uk Tel: 020 7786 5042.
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CHRISTMAS AT KEW Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, 23rd to 2nd Jan. Something for everyone at this festive time of year. One mile sparking path winds its way through Kew’ s worldfamous Gardens in a magical after dark experience, with brightly coloured laser beams dancing over water, a Tunnel of Lights, scented Fire Garden and fairy-tale avenues of flora. Santa and his elves will be at the North Pole Village. There will also be Christmas gifts and traditional festive fare. Book at www. kew. org / christmas Tel: 0844 995 9675.
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THE MACMILLAN ANNUAL BALL The Savoy, London. We invite you to take a journey into the unknown at the iconic Savoy Hotel, hosted by Jon Culshaw. Navigate your way to the beautiful champagne reception and on to the infamous Lancaster Ballroom where fine dining and enthralling live entertainment awaits you. www. macmillan. org. uk
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VLV AUTUMN CONFERENCE & GENERAL MEETING Location TBC. The VLV Autumn Conference will take place at 10.15am when there may well be agreement to the BBC’ s Charter Review and its Charter Renewal. The VLV’ s Annual General Meeting will take place at 3.30pm after the Conference. www. vlv. org. uk / vlv-events / 2016
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THE ANNUAL GUINNESS AND OYSTER LUNCHEON Mansion House, City of London. Luncheon is a relaxed, stand up event with Guinness, Oysters, Smoked Salmon and Potted Shrimp along with cheese, red and white wine. Thanks to the generous support of sponsors including Diageo plc and the Oracle Corporation. In aid of Queen Elizabeth’ s Foundation. For Further Information Tel: 01372 841130. E-mail: candy. elton @ qef. uk
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CRY GREAT CAKE BAKE
Nationwide. We know that everyone loves baking and eating cakes, so we challenge you to take part and raise funds for Cardiac Risk in the Young CRY! A special pack with celebrity chef recipes and other hints and tips is given to everybody that signs up! Tel: Ben Robinson, 01737 363222. E-mail: ben @ c-r-y. org. uk
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THE CHILDREN’ S TRUST CHRISTMAS FAIR Tadworth Court, Tadworth, Surrey. The annual Christmas Fair will open from Noon to 4pm with lots of entertainment for children, including Santa’ s Grotto, skating rink, donkey rides, face-painting and much more. A Christmas shopping market will provide a wide range of gifts. FREE ENTRY FOR CHILDREN and just £ 3 for adults. Advanced booking for skating rink and Santa’ s Grotto is recommended. Visit: www. thechildrenstrust. org. uk / christmasfair Tel: Hannah, 01737 365017.
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THE ST RAPHAEL’ S BALL Grove House, Roehampton University, London. A gala ball in aid of St Raphael’ s Hospice. E-mail: LouiseHitchen @ straphaelshospice. org. uk Tel: 020 8254 2467.
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CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR American Museum in Britain, Claverton Manor, Bath( 26th-27th). A diverse range of work on offer from ceramics and textiles to jewellery and prints. Meet the makers themselves, discuss their techniques and find unique Christmas gifts in a festive atmosphere away from the bustle of town. Tel: 01225 460503. enquiries @ americanmuseum. org www. americanmuseum. org
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VARIETY CATHERINE AWARDS The Grosvenor House, London, 6.30pm to 11.30pm. The inaugural Variety Catherine Awards will set a new standard for recognizing the contributions from women in business. This will be a spectacular gala evening culminating in a celebration of nine inspirational women and their professional achievements and social contributions. E-mail: alice. mount @ variety. org. uk Tel: 020 7428 8102.
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