< PreviousWednesday 15th to Saturday 18thJanuaryDracula The Panto, Terry O’TooleTheatreThis fangtastic family panto is not veryscary but it is great fun. Once everyhundred years, a Vampyr from the ancientline of Vlad Dracul suck-ceeds to the title‘Terror of the Night’. But Vladimir,thirteenth Count-elect, doesn’t want tobe a Vampyr, he’s vegetarian and goes allwibbly wobbly at the sight of blood. Onlyone thing can save him form a fate worsethan undeath – true love! The Saturdaymatinee includes a fang-cy dresscompetition. To book call 01522 883311.NewarkThursday 5th to Tuesday 31stDecemberSnow White and the Seven Dwarfs,Palace TheatreThere are more than seven littlereasons why this year’s Palace pantois bursting at the seams with alife by an outstanding cast, sparkling setsand costumes and all your favouritecharacters. This tale is full of ugly sisters,handsome princes and glass slippers, notto mention a Fairy Godmother to makethe wildest of dreams come true! Thereare two shows on Boxing Day to extendthe celebrations. To book, call 01522873894.upbeat singing and dancing, fabulouscostumes and plenty of fun and frolics forthe audience to get involved in! To book,call 01476 406158.GrimsbyFriday 13th to Sunday 29th DecemberSleeping Beauty, Grimsby AuditoriumSleeping Beauty is an enchanting mix ofmusic, magic, adventure and pantomimefun with bags of audience participation.Join Nurse Nanny Nora, Josh the Jesterand the dashing Prince Valiant as theybattle with dragons and time machines toensure the Prince can wake the sleepingPrincess on time! Grimsby-born actressJulie Peasgood is the star of the show. Tobook call 0844 871 3016.LincolnMonday 9th December to Sunday 12thJanuaryRobin Hood and The Babes In TheWood, Theatre RoyalCannon and Ball are back in theirfavourite city starring in this woodlandyarn packed full of action, adventure andromance with heroes and villains aplentyas well as a large dollop of audienceparticipation. To book call 01522 519999.Friday 13th December to Saturday 4thJanuaryCinderella, Drill HallCinderella is brought enchantingly toWHAT’S ON - PANTOSSee the show in Grimsby!We have tickets to Grimsby Auditorium’s production of SleepingBeauty to give away! To win a family ticket,valid for the morning or eveningperformance on Friday 13th December, orthe afternoon performances on Saturday14th and Sunday 15th, send your name,address and telephone number to PantoCompetition, Lincolnshire Today, ArmstrongHouse, Armstrong Street, Grimsby DN312QE or emailcompetitions@blmgroup.co.uk, with theperformance you’d like to attend, by Friday6th December.89-91:Layout 1 11/11/13 08:48 Page 2LINCOLNSHIRETODAY91treasure trove of gold lined family fun.Back by popular demand is BernieClifton. Mayhem, madness andmerriment delivered by funny-manMuddles turn the Palace into a pantoplayground of pedigree laughter, toppedoff with more fun and frolics from DameDolly Dumpling. To book call 01636655755.ScunthorpeFriday 6th December to Sunday 5thJanuaryJack and the Beanstalk, PlowrightTheatreBack with a bang at The PlowrightTheatre with another rip roaringproduction comes the legendary AnnieFanny who stars in a traditionalpantomime with its usual mix of mirth,mayhem and misunderstanding as onlyshe can provide. There’s fabulous scenery,glittering costumes and of course thesensational Scunthorpe Sunbeams. Tobook call 0844 854 2776.SkegnessAladdin, Embassy TheatreTuesday 17th to Tuesday 31stDecemberJoin Aladdin, Princess Jasmine and TheGenie on a magical journey in the FarEast on their mission to defeat the evilAbanazer, in a show with sparklingcostumes, fabulous singing andwonderful dancing, starring EastEnders’Mark Homer as Wishee Washee. Aladdinreally is a mystical delight. To book call0845 674 0505.SleafordAladdin, Playhouse TheatreWednesday 4th to Saturday 14thDecemberThe wicked Abanazer is seeking themagic lamp that contains the all-powerfulGenie, so that he can rule the world, andis just steps away from succeeding!Sleaford Little Theatre present thisspectacular show. To book call 01529303875SpaldingThursday 12th December to Thursday2nd JanuarySnow White and the Seven Dwarfs,South Holland CentreThis Christmas Polka Dot Pantomimesand the South Holland Centre presentthe fairest panto of them all, Snow Whiteand the Seven Dwarfs! This enchantingfairytale of magic and joy is the perfectfestive treat for the whole family. To bookcall 01775 764777.StamfordSaturday 28th December toWednesday 1st JanuaryAladdin, Corn ExchangeStamford Pantomime Players present atraditional pantomime, with spectacularcostumes, a lavish set and sequinsaplenty. This sparkling all-singing, all-dancing cast of local performers can’twait to for you to join them on a magiccarpet ride full of adventure in thisenchanting and magical familypantomime. To book, call 01780 766455.PHOTO: LINCOLN DRILL HALL89-91:Layout 1 11/11/13 08:48 Page 392 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYSUDOKUcompetitionClosing date for entries is: 20th DECEMBER2013To enter just email the numbers thatappear in the yellow squares to:competitions@blmgroup.co.ukWin a £20 voucher tospend with any of ouradvertisers in this issue.Last month’s solutionJ2U2NO1C4T825613749679854213134729586741395628962178435358246197517982364293467851486531972Aries Mar 21 - Apr 20Keep a close watch on the next excitinginstalment in your life. You may discover asecret that has been kept hidden foryears. If you’re single and almost given upall hope of meeting a suitable match,take heart, your true love is out there. 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You have the knack ofmaking everything look easy, which is whypeople imagine that you are in possessionof a magic wand.Virgo Aug 24 - Sep 23Love and romance will be high on your listof priorities, as you become deeplyinvolved with someone who is beginningto mean so much to you. There will be anunbreakable bond that will enable you toplan ahead for a bright and happy future.Libra Sep 24 - Oct 23A make or break situation in your love lifewill be unavoidable. You have somedecisions to make before too long, butwhichever way you decide to go in, youwill make all the right choices. Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 22Previous wise financial investments beginto yield some excellent returns. That willput a smile on your face. A new admirerappears to be ticking all the boxes, butyou are not ready to go public, preferringto bide your time to see what happensnext. Sagittarius Nov 23 - Dec 21A romantic proposal and declaration oflove will leave you gasping for breath andfeeling curious. There could be a goldenopportunity to start a new job or businessventure. Don’t look a gift horse in themouth. You are ready for a challenge.Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 20Wonderful surprises are in store. Newfriends and old will join you in lots of littlecelebrations because you are beginningto achieve several lifelong ambitions. Nowonder you are both feeling and lookinglike a million dollars!Aquarius Jan 21 - Feb 19You like to speak your mind and tellpeople exactly what you think andalthough your opinions are often loud andto the point, you are rarely wrong. Otherswill often give you sideways glances, butyou don’t care.Pisces Feb 20 - Mar 20Whatever challenges you are faced with,you will succeed because you are one ofthe most courageous and determined signsof the zodiac, but even you need sometender loving care and understanding asmuch as the rest of the world.Astrology by Linda Lancashire0776 4466381www.lindalancashire.co.ukteresastanley1@btinternet.co.ukYOURstarsLincolnshire Today’s guide to the astro month ahead...84316259727689534115947326846295178351738642993824715639152867462471983578563491292:Layout 1 8/11/13 13:40 Page 1LINCS VWASERVICESServicing MOTs Repairs Brakes & Tyres Engine diagnostics Car Batteries ExhaustsAir Conditioning Testing/repairs/Re GasVW, AUDI, SEAT & SKODA SPECIALISTTel: 01472 812130www.lincsvwa.comUnit 3, Woodside ParkStation Road, TetneyGrimsby. 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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.LincolnshireToday @lincstoday lincolnshiretoday.netWhat a yearit’s been!As this is our last issue of 2013 wethought we’d take the opportunity tolook back at some of the big events inLincolnshire we’ve covered this year, bothin our pages and onwww.lincolnshiretoday.net. Indeed youcan still look back at our coverage online,read our back issues and purchase someof the photos, so if you missed it at thetime, why not check it out?It looks as if the worst of the downturnis over and this year Lincolnshire’s HighStreets have welcomed a host of newnames. We visited Carluccio’s in Lincolnon its opening night. That night, AntonioCarluccio himself was in attendance asaround two hundred guests enjoyedglasses of Prosecco and incredible Italianappetisers as well as a hearty risotto.Lincoln’s Italian offering has got that bitmore sophisticated in 2013 and we loveit!It was also great this year to see someof the new ventures launched in 2012continued to enjoy great success. Lola Loof Lincoln celebrated their anniversary byback their most popular piece ofperipheral entertainment from their firsttwelve months, the casino tables!The regular dates on the Lincolnshiresocial calendar didn’t disappoint, either.The George Stephenson Hall on theNewark Showground was againhome to The Blankney HuntBall which once again enjoyeda hugely enthusiasticattendance. The Burton HuntBall, meanwhile, was held inthe luxurious surroundings ofthe EPIC Centre at theLincolnshire Showground anddespite some atrociousweather enjoyed a hugeattendance.And of course there was theLincolnshire Show which this yearenjoyed something of a rarity, brightsunshine! As ever our marquee waspacked to the rafter with readersenjoying live music and our otherattractions. We’ll do it all again in2014!Keep reading Lincolnshire Todayand visiting www.lincolnshiretoday.net formore information about what’s comingup over the next twelve months – we’llsee you there!Stay in touch withLincolnshire TodayWe love to know what you think of Lincolnshire Today – so get in touch with us via Twitter at @lincstodayor search for us on Facebook. 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Watch out for it in newsagents and supermarkets across Lincolnshire, and onwww.lincolnshiretoday.net, by the end of December.94:Layout 1 8/11/13 13:37 Page 101522 58 00 00 www.theoldpalace.org enquiries@theoldpalace.org The Old Palace, Minster YardChristmas PartiesNovember & DecemberWinter Afternoon Teas 1 December - 10 FebruaryCelebrate Christmas in style atThe Old Palace.Usually open for private dining only, The Old Palace- a stunning hotel situated by the Cathedral - willopen its doors to the public for exclusive eveningdining during the famous Lincoln Christmas Market†.The Old Palace will also be open for afternoon teasthroughout the festive season.If you’re still looking for the perfect place to enjoyChristmas Day lunch or see in the New Year thenlook no further. Join us in our King room with itsfantastic views, for a memorable dining experience.† Please note that there will be no parking during the Christmas Market due to traffic restrictions.Christmas Market Dining5-8 DecemberChristmas Day lunchIn King room with spectacular viewsPALACETHE OLDLINCOLN Local Ingredients & Beautiful RecipesFresh & Delicious Food Follow us on twitter @WhiteHartLN1 For more information, contact our Restaurant Teamt 01522 563 290 e restaurant@whitehart-lincoln.co.ukBailgate | Lincoln | Lincolnshire LN1 3AR | www.whitehart-lincoln.co.ukEnviable cocktails, extensive wine list, drinks from around the worldSuperb mouth watering dishes, fabulous atmosphere with the highest quality serviceProud to be a member of Select Lincolnshire continually using local produceWe deliver the quality that our customers have come to expect DeFresh Fooelicious od ound the worldom arfrextensive wine list, drinEnviable cocktails,boeLosihnLitlcPrSelec Lnolnstmemtdouo be a br P kststlbattsayqsfhighesqty uslueeotrrao tosewprobewtttuSur muh wtefoothat our customers e deliver the quW ssrth evicwetwi eegsendihs,haveality l n alprcposogntlyan coduccome to expect t 95:Layout 1 8/11/13 13:36 Page 1For up to date information visit www.nationalcraftanddesign.org.ukSaturday 30 November 201310am to 4pmgifted.13Come along and enjoy a contemporary Christmas with The National Centre for Craft & DesignJoin us for a fantastic festive day of craft, live music, entertainment, practical workshops, demonstrations and delicious local food. Our contemporary Christmas market is the perfect place for shoppers looking for unique handmade gifts in glass, jewellery, textiles, ceramics, lighting and specialist food. Free Everyone welcomeImage: Michaela McMillanExperience great art.Navigation Wharf, Carre Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, EnglandNG34 7TW96:Layout 1 8/11/13 13:35 Page 1Next >