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Ponciau Banks – Basketball Coaching 30th July. A fun coaching sesion at the basketball court. 1.00-3.00pm. Age 8+. Free.

Open-air: Pride and Prejudice 30^th July. Take a step back in time with Chapterhouse Theatre Company as we meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters. Whilst their interfering mother engineers various courtships, sisters Elizabeth and Jane must pursue their own quest for true love. Amongst misunderstandings, mistakes and miscommunications, the two girls must fight for the men they love until Elizabeth can finally surpass her prejudices to see past the proud exterior of the enigmatic Mr Darcy. After all, it is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife… Picnic with family and friends in the magical surroundings of beautiful gardens and enjoy a wonderful evening of theatre under the stars. Erddig (01978) 355 314 & Wrexham TIC (01978) 292 015. Venue: Erddig Hall and Gardens. Time: 7.30pm Start. Grounds open at 6.30pm for picnics. Contact Tara Hynan on (01978) 355314. Tickets sold out.

Welsh Voices of the Great War Online 31^st July. Welsh Voices of the Great War Online seeks to gather and make public an undiscovered treasure trove of World War 1 artefacts and memorabilia. We are interested in any and all material relating to the Welsh experience in the Great War – eg. letters, diaries, photographs – and in stories that have been passed down the generations. If you have any material from the First World War period in your attic, or family memories about the experiences of your ancestors, then come along to share your family’s stories. For more information about the project visit the website – www.welshvoices.com Welsh Voices of the Great War Online is organised by the School of History & Archaeology at Cardiff University and is funded by JISC. Venue: Bersham Heritage Centre; Date: 31/07/2010; Time: 10.30am – 4pm. Contact Bersham Heritage Centre on 01978 318970 or email bershamheritage@wrexham.gov.uk.

Stryt Las and Hafod – Wrexham Pond Week. 2-7 August. Join Johnstown’s community wildlife officer carrying out conservation work at the two parks. The work will include pond creation and amphibian larval counts. Ring for further information. To book a place phone 01352 742238.

Nant Mill – Beautiful Butterflies and Magnificent Moths. 3rd August. Make a giant winged creature on a stick and see if you can find the real thing around the park. 1.30-3.30pm. £1.75.

£ Pound a Play 3^rd August. Struggling for something to keep the children entertaind in the summer holidays? Come along to our ‘£ Pound a play’ sessions. There will be use of the outdoor play equiment (weather permitting!), arts, crafts and much more! Venue: Plas Pentwyn, Castle Road, Coedpoeth LL11 3NA; Date: 03/08/2010; Time: 1pm-3pm. Contact Katy Owen on 01978 722980 or Email katy.owen@wrexham.gov.uk. Ticket Price: £1 per child (children must be accompanied by an adult).

Alyn Waters – Hand Painting 4th August. Get ‘handy’ with some paint. Please wear old clothes. 1.30-3.30pm. £1.75.

Playday 2010 “Our Place Too!” 4^th August – Wrexham Play Network will be celebrating National Play Day by holding a free, open access event. Using the theme “Our Place Too!” organisations involved in children’s play from across Wrexham will be coming together to provide a wide range of play opportunities. “Our Place Too!” puts children at the heart of our communities, and asks everyone, young and old, to help create better places for all of us to live and play. The event will offer something for everyone who enjoys playing including the opportunity to get wet and messy so come prepared! Venue: Queen’s Square, Wrexham. Time: 12pm to 4pm. Contact Katy Jones on 01978 340740 or Email play@wrexham.gov.uk. Ticket Price: Free.

Ty Mawr – Magnetic Mini Beasts 5th August. Make a ‘many legged’ friend to stick on your fridge. 1.30-3.30pm. £1.75.

Aqueducts’ Community Fun Day – 14th Aug – Free Event! Come along for a fantastic free event for all the family this Summer: At the Trevor Basin to celebrate our area becoming a World Heritage Site. Plenty of games, stalls and experiences for everyone! Face & Nail Painting – BBQ – Cakes – Ices – Entertainers – Crafts – Tombolas & more! 12-5pm Saturday, August 14th at the Trevor Basin.

Giant Street Party – After the huge success of the street party in May, the fun continues on the High Street and Yorke Street, on Monday 30^th August – so don’t miss out – come and join in and support your town, and enjoy a street party to remember. From 12 noon to 6pm. BBQ, Live band and disco, land train, spider mountain, soft play frame, poledancers, rodeo bull, trampolines, stage (all performers welcome), slide, climbing wall, penalty shoot out, Food and drink plus lots of other attractions and stallholders.

The Great Llangollen Show will take place on 4th and 5th September 2010 at The Llangollen Pavilion in Llangollen, North Wales, home to the world famous International Musical Eisteddfod. Join us for what promises to be a great family day out with something for all ages. Activities will include hot air balloons, classic cars, climbing wall, mobile funhouse, slides, giant inflatables, live music, mountain biking, animals, archery and much more under one great North Wales venue. Visit www.the-great-llangollen-show.co.uk for more information.

World Heritage Week, 20 – 26 September. Explore Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal. Talks, tours, guided walks and Family Day on Sat 26th with music, barbecue, Heritage Area and children’s entertainment. ( 01978 292015 for information and FREE tickets.

Carers Drop In (Mondays, excluding Bank Holidays) – An informal get together for those caring for family members/friends due to illness or disability. Join us and other carers for a chance to share experiences and chit chat over a hot drink. The drop in is every Monday morning (exc bank holidays). Venue: Ty Avow, 21 Egerton Street, Wrexham Dates: 11/01/2010 to 20/12/2010. Time: 10am – 12 noon. Contact Marie Gibson on 01978 318812 or Email carers@avow.org. Ticket Price: Free.

Business Start Up Advice Surgeries – Business Start Up Surgeries provide confidential one-to-one advice and support around general issues related to business start-up. Topics include regulatory issues, pricing, marketing, intellectual property, patents, financial planning, cash flows, service delivery and employment law. Funded by Welsh Assembly Government. Venue: Various venues Dates: 16/06/2008 to 31/03/2011 Time: Pre-booked appointments available Monday – Friday. This is a Participant event Contact Joanne Hughes on 01978 366366 or Email joanne.hughes@wrexham.gov.uk. Ticket Price: Free (Booking essential).

Free walk from Alyn Waters Country Park Visitor Centre – Join Roger every Tuesday at 10.15am at the Alyn Waters Country Park for a free walk lasting up to 90 minutes. The walk is suitable for good walkers able to walk 3-4 miles over varied terrain. Call Natalie at Walkabout Wrexham on 757524.

Weekly Outdoor Tai Chi – The aim of this project is to increase physical activity levels, making best use of the natural outdoor environment close to where people live. This is an event for people with disabilities and their carers. Every Tuesday at Alyn Waters Country Park 10.30-11.30am. £1.50 a session. Carers free. Contact Sarah Thomas 01978 757524 / 07842 205946 or emailsarah.thomas@groundwork.org.uk.

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Tales from North Wales – Writer’s Group (Tuesdays)

Weekly group (Tuesdays) for writers to discuss their work and gain inspiration and encouragement. Places available; please call beforehand. At Ramada Hotel, Wrexham from 12/08/2008 to 16/12/2008. Tuesdays, 7pm to 8.30pm. Age 18+. Contact Jenny or Daren on 07972030342 (Daren) or Email Free. writers@live.co.uk.

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Wrexham Town Trails

Wrexham’s first regular guided heritage tour, uncovering the secrets of Wrexham’s rich and proud past. Discover the secret of the Town well, the sad demise of a champion jockey, secret passages, the entrepreneur whose fame spread to the USA and much more. The tour lasts for about 90 minutes and will suit young and old. At Queen’s Square, Wrexham Times: 10.00am, 2.00pm and 6.00pm All ages welcome Contact Karen Phillips on 07951 400 795. Ticket Price: £6.00 (£5.00 pre-booked).

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Wrexham Town Trails (Sundays)

Wrexham’s first regular guided heritage tour, uncovering the secrets of Wrexham’s rich and proud past. Discover the secret of the Town well, the sad demise of a champion jockey, secret passages, the entrepreneur whose fame spread to the USA and much more. The tour lasts for about 90 minutes and will suit young and old. At Queen’s Square, Wrexham Times: 12.00 noon and 4.00pm All ages welcome Contact Karen Phillips on 07951 400 795 or Email. Ticket Price: £6.00 (£5.00 pre-booked).

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Visit the Parish Church of St.Giles. Open daily 10am – 4pm.

The Parish Church of St Giles is the greatest mediaeval Parish Church in Wales is still in use for the purposes for which it was built, more than 500 years ago. It is heated, lit and open daily from 10am-4pm for visitors and private prayer. We would ask that Group and School visits are by prior appointment please. In addition, Tower Tours are available every week on Thursdays and Saturdays at 1230pm , weather permitting, also children must be accompanied by an adult. The “Shop at St Giles” sells a wide range of cards, gifts and souvenirs as well as the official full colour Church Guidebook. Contact St Giles Parish Church on 01978 355808 or Email wrexhamparish@aol.com Free but donations appreciated.

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