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May 2024

Book Signing with Emily Barr
Saturday May 18th 2024, 2:00pm at the Waterstones

Emily Barr will be signing copies of her new book for Young adults "A Girl Can Dream".

You can email the event organiser at truro@waterstones.com

Quiz Night with Pasty Supper
Saturday May 18th 2024, 7:00pm at the Carnon Downs Village Hall

Quiz with a pasty supper for just £6. B Y O B

www.carnondownsvillagehall.org   01872 865126

Puccini: Manon Lescaut
Saturday May 18th 2024, 7:30pm at the Hall for Cornwall

From the English Touring Opera. Age recommendation 11+  2-show discount available.

www.hallforcornwall.co.uk   01872 262466

St Erme-with-Trispen Community Garden Event
Sunday May 19th 2024, 1:00pm at the St Erme Community Centre

 
 
Make sure to be at St Erme Community Centre by 1pm on Sunday 19th May for the 'Community Garden Open Event'  in order to celebrate the St Erme Community Enhancement Group's work in establishing a working Community Garden for the Village and new polytunnel. 
The Group say: "We will also be celebrating the work of St Erme-with-Trispen Community Primary School children in helping us to develop a logo for the Community Garden, all of which will be displayed at the event but only a few have been handpicked to be printed on the Community Gardens new plaque.  We hope to see you there!"

Source: St Erme Parish Council

Event Cinema: 42nd Street The Musical
Sunday May 19th 2024, 2:00pm at the Plaza Cinema

The legendary Broadway musical theatre classic.

www.wtwcinemas.co.uk   01872 272894

Return to Wonderland
Sunday May 19th 2024, 2:30pm at the Hall for Cornwall

Presented by 4Real Dance Company. 'An extraordinary and slightly mad journey through Wonderland'

www.hallforcornwall.co.uk   01872  262466

Band Concert
Sunday May 19th 2024, 2:30pm at the Victoria Gardens

St. Agnes Silver Band.  Finish about 4 pm.

The concerts are free. A donation is appreciated.

Service: Kres
Sunday May 19th 2024, 6:00pm at the Truro Cathedral

A new contemporary service hosted by Another Way. A multi-media presentation. 'Kres' is Cornish for 'peace'.

www.trurocathedral.org.uk  01872 276782

Cornish comedy 'Chippy' - at Devoran Village Hall
Thursday May 23rd 2024, 8:00pm at the Devoran Village Hall

 
 
'Chippy' is a riotous, daring new comedy, about what it means to live in Cornwall now, by Henry Darke.
Don't miss it at Devoran Village Hall on 23rd May!
Brought to you by 'Carn to Cove'.
Tickets are £10. Book online:
www.carntocove.co.uk/event and just scroll down to the 23rd May or - if you're reading this on the CHBN website - this is the direct link:  www.carntocove.co.uk/event/henry-darke-chippy-2

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Source: Feock Parish Council and Carn to Cove

Truro Cathedral - another chance to take a Roof Tour
Saturday May 25th 2024, 10:00am at the Truro Cathedral

SAVE THE DATE! ????
Saturday 25 May - Roof tours are back!
Explore the hidden world with our exclusive roof space tour at Truro Cathedral. Journey into the cathedral's lofty roof space for unique vantage points, offering seldom-seen perspectives of the architecture and grandeur within. Discover the cathedral's untold stories and gain a newfound appreciation for its history as you navigate this captivating behind-the-scenes experience. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to delve into the heart of the cathedral from an entirely new angle.
For more information and to book your tickets, head to the Cathedral website www.trurocathedral.org.uk

Source: Truro Cathedral & Truro City Council

Community Football Sessions at Rosedale
Wednesday May 29th 2024, 10:00am at the Rosedale Playing Field, Truro

 
FREE Community football sessions return to Rosedale in May
Truro City Council are pleased to be bringing Truro Community Football Sessions back to Rosedale in May.
 
The FREE fun based football games and activities for young people aged 5 to 15 are taking place at the Rosedale Playing Field, Rosedale, Truro, TR1 3RY from 10 am to 3 pm on Wednesday, 29 May.
 
The sessions will deliver high-quality coaching with fully qualified, insured, DBS checked coaches.
 
Spaces are limited to 30 participants and booking is essential.
 
As well as the sporting activities, the day will feature input from Healthy Cornwall, Young People Cornwall, Neighbourhood Policing and Truro Safe, to provide a more holistic experience for those involved.
To book a place please follow this link: https://supasport-south-west.classforkids.io/camp/9

martyn.supasportsw@outlook.com

Source: Truro City Council

June 2024

Guided Tree Walk with Friends of Daubuz Moor
Saturday June 1st 2024, 10:30am at the Daubuz Moor

Meet at the entrance to Daubuz Moor off of Treseder's Gardens in Truro (W3W: mining.invite.combining) for a Guided Tree Walk with one of Truro's local tree wardens and learn more about the trees on your doorstep.

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Source: Truro City Council

New Show for little ones at Truro Library
Thursday June 13th 2024 at the Truro Community Library

 
 
Coppice Theatre and Jasmine Cole Productions are coming to Truro Library with their wonderful new show Hello Birds for 0-3 year olds.
In the library garden (as long as there's no rain, in which case the show will move into the Library)
Two shows on Thursday 13th June at either 10.30am or 1pm.
To book tickets at a small cost of £2 per attendee go to:-https://www.visittruro.org.uk/whats-on  - then scroll down to the 13th June for the 'Jasmine Cole Productions' link.
Or...you can contact or visit the Tourist information Office in Boscawen Street (01872 274555) who are selling tickets.

Source: Truro City Council

Drop-in Family History Session
Saturday June 29th 2024, 10:00am at the Kresen Kernow (Cornish Studies Library)

Interested in family history? Why not attend a drop-in session? Come and talk to members of the Cornwall Family History Society about how to get started, where to go next and what to do if you can’t find your ancestors here in Cornwall or elsewhere in the UK. Use their expertise and resources, alongside the sources available at Kresen Kernow. There will also be a short introduction to using Kresen Kernow and the  Society's family history sources at 12.30.

kresenkernow.org

Source: Cornwall Council

July 2024

Children's Day is back in July
Saturday July 6th 2024 at the Lemon Quay

 
 
We will be bringing Children’s Day back to Truro City Centre for the seventh year on Saturday 6 July, with lots of mostly free entertainment and activities for families to enjoy.
There will be spectacular mountain bike stunt shows and family fun on Lemon Quay. Walking and cycling charity 'Sustrans Cornwall' will be back with their free scooter, balance and pedal bike obstacle course for children, plus their exciting static cycle activity for young people.
'Swamp Circus' will be offering have-a-go sessions in circus skills, and this year there will be dance performances from Cornwall Dance School, Jason Thomas Performing Arts, InspirAsian Dance and Stagecoach Performing Arts Truro.
Children can enjoy inflatables and swing boat rides, along with family-friendly crazy golf, craft activities and stalls.
 
To take part in Children’s Day please email the Truro BID team via: lindsey.craik@trurobid.co.uk.
Children’s Day is brought to the city by Truro BID and sponsored by Coodes Solicitors.

Source: Truro City Council and Truro BID (Business Improvement District)

Helifest 2024
Saturday July 6th 2024, 11:00am at the Scorrier House, Scorrier, Redruth, TR16 5AU

 
 
The line-up for Helifest has been revealed! They are delighted to announce that the likes of Tango in the Night, Josh Curnow and The Barefoot Bandit will be performing at their blue light festival on 6th July.
They say: "Join us at Scorrier House for a day of great music, entertainment and family fun".   From 11am until 8:30pm.
Book your tickets now ????www.cornwallairambulancetrust.org  and scroll down to 'Upcoming Events'

https://cornwallairambulancetrust.org/events/community-days/helifest-for-2024/

Source: Cornwall Air Ambulance

Truro Classic Car Show
Sunday July 28th 2024 at the Lemon Quay

 
 
 
Truro BID (Business Improvement District) will be bringing the Truro Classic Car Show back to the city on Sunday 28 July and for 2024 the event will be much larger compared to last year.
Along with Lemon Quay, cars will be showcased on Lemon St and on Boscawen St making Truro City Centre a big attraction for vehicle enthusiasts on a Summer’s Sunday and enabling a wider selection of exhibitors to take part.
As well as experiencing the city brimming with cherished cars, visitors will be able to browse automobilia and autojumbles stalls, and enjoy live music. Cars on show will include classic and vintage cars and modern classics. New for 2024, there will be an opportunity to see some classic motorcycles.
Over 200 vehicles are currently booked in to be displayed, however there is room for more!
To apply to exhibit your vintage or classic vehicle at the Truro Classic Car Show 2024 email: sian.knights@trurobid.co.uk. Or complete the Online Entry Form at: https://form.jotform.com/240233765797365
The event is free to attend and to exhibit vehicles. However, those who wish to exhibit their classic car or vintage vehicle are invited to make a voluntary donation at the event of up to £10 in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support (cash or card donations).
The Truro Classic Car Show is brought to the city by Truro BID and sponsored by Coodes Solicitors.

Source: Truro BID and Truro City Council