< Previous60 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYWHAT’SONLincolnSunday 7 February John Cooper Clarke, The Engine ShedRising to fame in the punk era, touring with the likes ofThe Sex Pistols, The Clash and the Buzzcocks, John CooperClarke has since become Britain’s best loved and mostprominent performance poet. Now he brings his acerbic wit,measured delivery and tremendous presence to Lincoln withhis latest tour. For more information, visitwww.engineshed.co.uk. StamfordWednesday 10 FebruaryOh Goody! An Audience with Tim Brooke Taylorand Chris Serle, Stamford Arts CentreTouted as one of the nation’s best loved and funniestcomedy performers, this talk, presented in association withClive Conway Productions, sees Tim discuss and draw from alifetime in comedy with broadcaster Chris Serle. While lighthearted and good humoured, this talk packs a few revealinganecdotes about many of the famous faces Tim hasappeared with, including fellow Goodies, Graeme Gardenand Bill Oddie. For more information, visitwww.stamfordartscentre.com. LincolnSunday 14 February Fairport Convention, Lincoln Drill HallFor almost fifty years, Fairport Convention has beenpropagating their very British blend of folk-rock. The bandmay have gone through multiple line-ups, but the currentincarnation is dead-set on providing lively performances. Thelatest tour is packed with much loved Fairport favourites andCleethorpesFriday 12 February Folk at the Island IV, McCormack’s Bar,Pleasure IslandNow in its fourth year, this popular event pairs the feelgood nature of philanthropy with the jangly world of folkmusic. This year sees the return of headliners Merlin’sKeep who continue to prove just why they’re one of thearea’s best loved folk bands. Lincolnshire is a countysteeped in the rich history of folk music, so expect plentyof original numbers alongside covers of cherishedfavourites. Raising money for St Andrew’s Hospice can’tbe bad either. For more information, visitwww.standreshopsice.com. 60-62_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:24 Page 1new material taken from the band’s latest studio album,‘Myths and Heroes’. For more information, visitwww.lincolndrillhall.com. Scunthorpe Friday 19 FebruaryThe ELO Experience, The Baths HallJeff Lynne and The Electric Light Orchestra are one of theworld’s best known and beloved bands, earning a string ofhit singles, including the infectious optimism of ‘Mr Blue Sky’.Now their greatest hits will be reproduced by the excitingELO Experience. This award winning tribute act is sure toexcite old fans and new. For more information, visitwww.scunthorpetheatres.co.uk.62 ÁFreya – A Viking Saga, The TerryO’Toole Theatre, North KestevenGainsborough Saturday 20 February An Evening with Anita Harris, Trinity Arts Centre Anita Harris has enjoyed a five decade career steeped inglamour, glitz and razzle dazzle. She’s awed on film andtelevision, graced the pop charts, and lit up the West End withher numerous appearances. Now, Anita is set to bring herpoise and charm to Gainsborough with an intimate eveningmade up of her favourite songs and a few choice anecdotesfrom her fascinating life. For more information, call 01472676655.LINCOLNSHIRETODAY6160-62_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:24 Page 262 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYWHAT’S ONNorth Kesteven Saturday 20 February Freya – A Viking Saga, The Terry O’Toole TheatreDrawing from the rich myth and history of the Vikingsagas, this family puppet show is sure to delight kids andadults alike with its barmy blend of boisterous gods,dunderheaded giants and the music of the fjords. Theproduction from Angel Heat and Rattlebox Theatre followsFreya who’s stuck in a bit of a pickle. She’s about to becomea giant’s dinner and must use her cunning to escape thecooking pot. For more information, visitwww.terryotooletheatre.org.uk.BostonSunday 21 FebruaryModel Railway and General Model Exhibition,Hubberts Bridge Community Centre, near BostonThis event is a celebration of all things model andminiature. On display will be a variety of model railways,boats, planes, trucks, dolls houses, war gaming and many,many others. Experts will be in attendance from local modelclubs, discussing the hobby and offering advice to bothnewcomers and stalwarts. For diehard makers and collectors,specialist suppliers will offer everything modellers need fortheir own pet projects. For more information, visitwww.hubbertsbridgecc.co.uk. GranthamSaturday 12 MarchAn Evening With Lulu, Meres Leisure CentreBack and better than ever, Lulu returns with her latesttour, drawing on her 50 year career. She’ll be performinghits from across her eclectic back catalogue, including To‘Sire With Love’, ‘Relight My Fire’, ‘Shout’ and, of course,her cover of the late great David Bowie’s ‘The Man WhoSold the World’. As well as highlighting her musical heroes,such as Ray Charles and Otis Redding, Lulu will also regaleaudiences with personal anecdotes and song writingexperiences. For more information, visitwww.guildhallartscentre.com. PHOTO: IGORGOLOVNIOV / SHUTTERSTOCK.COM South HollandWednesday 2 March Renoir: Reviled and Revered,South Holland CentreFiercely debated and hugelyinfluential, Renoir was instrumental ininstigating the Impressionist movementbefore rejecting it outright, optinginstead for a different direction. Thisexhibition on screen, from the BarnesFoundation in Philadelphia (which hasmore Renoirs than any other gallery inthe world – tells the story of this artistsand his staggering body of work. 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Theproblem is you cannot believe everything youhear.Taurus Apr 21 - May 21Your love life goes into warp speed as you andyour partner reach a compromise. It’s allsystems go for a romantic time ahead but if youfeel the need to clear the air, then come right outand say what’s on your mind. Gemini May 22 - June 21Your energy levels have been low and you aredriving yourself too hard these days. Everyonewill seem to have an opinion of what is wrongwith your life, but in truth, you are exhausted andneed to take a break.Cancer Jun 22 - Jul 23You need to be frugal and cut back on yourspending, otherwise you could find yourself inserious financial difficulty. A sudden upheavalcould send you into a state of shock and afriendship may come to an abrupt end.Leo Jul 24 - Aug 23Someone you pinned all your hopes on mayhave let you down but that is not stopping youfrom steaming ahead in pursuit of your dream.You may be drawn to someone who is notavailable because subconsciously, you like achallenge.Virgo Aug 24 - Sep 23Watch out for suspicious minds. If youeavesdrop you could be in for a shock. Adramatic revelation or unexpected meeting couldchange your mind about a certain person youthought you knew really well.Libra Sep 24 - Oct 23Not sure about a holiday arrangement and wishyou could back out? If you’re spending a weekor two sharing a roof with people you hardlyknow, it’s the luck of the draw whether or notyou will become bosom friends or arch enemies.Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 22You are right in sticking only with tried andtrusted friends. Someone you have broken allties with will endeavour to try to find ways ofcreeping back into your good books, but you’rehaving none of it because you know peopledon’t change. yourstarsLincolnshire Today’s guide to the astro month ahead...Sagittarius Nov 23 - Dec 21If you’re after a new romance, steer clear ofthe types that need mothering, because theynever grow up. Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 20Demonstrate both wisdom and compassionand you will receive the respect andadmiration you richly deserve. Financially, thetide of fortune is moving in your favour.Investments made earlier show signs ofyielding a good return.Aquarius Jan 21 - Feb 19Speaking your mind comes naturally whenyou have something of importance to say. Notone to suffer fools gladly, you will takesomeone to task or you will literally cut themoff without a penny.Pisces Feb 20 - Mar 20Nothing is more important than putting yourhouse in order. You have gone to a lot oftrouble ridding yourself of things that you seeas burdens and completely unnecessary if youare to achieve a state of mind that is stressfree.17685243958469321732947156885376419294213875661792538473528964146831792529154687364_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:17 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY65classifiedHoliday Villa RentalTo advertise your services call Angela Cooper atLincolnshire Today on01472 310310MotorsBritish ClassicsHeritage MotorsParts 1948 to dateRetail Trade ExportSpecial ProjectsRestorationsManufacturing ModificationsCountry Workshops Risegate,Nr Spalding, Lincs, PE11 4EZClassic LandroversTel/Fax 01775 750223www.british4x4centre.co.ukVendingEventsPhotographyStuart Wilde Photography LtdThe best photography is about much more thantaking a picture. It’s about capturing a moment,telling a story, preserving a memory. 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Afterwards relax with a coolgin and tonic at one of the many bars, or on one of themany blue flag beaches close by. Prices start from only £99 per day For more information visitwww.playaflamencavilla.co.uk LuxuryVILLARental65_Layout 1 25/01/2016 12:17 Page 1That’s it from this month’s issue, but don’t forget the printed magazine is only part of what we offer atLincolnshire Today! There’s all the latest news online at www.lincolnshiretoday.net, updated throughout themonth, we’re on Twitter and Facebook, and you’ll see our reporters and cameras at events across the county.LT onlineLincolnshireToday @lincstoday lincolnshiretoday.netOnlinethis month...The Barons are as much a cultural emblem ofthis fair county as sausages, plum loaf and flatlands. The Mini-Barons have proved every bit aspopular as their larger counterparts who dottedLincoln City on the Charter Trail. Lincoln BIG delivered a Mini-Baron to each ofits levy paying businesses and challenged themto decorate their figurine then put them onpublic display. Shoppers and visitors were then encouragedto explore the city, take snaps of any they saw,and like their favourites on Facebook. Thebusiness displaying the most popular Mini-Baron was Widow Cullen’s Well in Steep Hill,which attracted 462 Facebook likes and 19photographs.Lincoln Visitor Information Centre managerMichele Sims said: “We are still getting peopleasking if they are still available and we arepleased to tell everyone that we have justordered another batch of the figurines.” Keep an eye out for more stories online.Renowned actor Warwick Davis clearlyloves Lincolnshire as he performed the officialopening of the new purpose designed £1.2million unit within Grantham and DistrictHospital. Warwick also revealed his mother-in-lawand stepfather also volunteered for thehospice. The famous actor opened the newunit and captivated staff and patients with hismotivational speech, before unveiling thenew plaque and declaring the unit open. The official opening was staged by StBarnabas Lincolnshire Hospice,United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHSTrust and South West LincolnshireClinical Commissioning Group,who have pooled their expertise ina unique partnership to create theground-breaking six-bedded unit. The Hospice in the Hospitalharnesses the very latest thinkingand research, putting the project atthe forefront of best practice toimprove end-of-life care across SouthWest Lincolnshire.What I love aboutLincolnshire66 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYStay in touch withLincolnshire TodayWe love to know what you think of Lincolnshire Today – so get in touch with usvia Twitter at @lincstoday or search for us on Facebook. 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