The Love Cambridge and Skillsmart Awards

Love Cambridge & Visit Cambridge Run Chariots of Fire Race!

Love Cambridge Love Christmas....

Last Few Spaces Remaining!!!!

Fantastic Opportunity for Independent Businesses

• Day and Night
• Shopping
• Transport
• Markets

• In all major shopping centres
• The Tourist Information Centre
• A large number of hotels and B&B’s throughout the City
• A number of Cambridge University Colleges
• Cambridge Museums
• All Park and Ride sites
• Conference Venues
• A number of schools, libraries and letting agents
• Online via the above locations and the Love Cambridge website (www.love-cambridge.co.uk)

Opportunities for businesses to get involved with the Love Cambridge Sparkle & Shine Ball

City centre car parking at the Doubletree

Festival of Ideas 2011

Wednesday 19 October – Sunday 30 October 2011

Freedom, revolution and communication have shaped human history since the dawn of mankind.

These three themes form the backbone of this year’s Festival of Ideas at the University of Cambridge – the UK’s only arts, humanities and social sciences festival.

Throughout the Festival, we will debate some of the biggest questions in modern times. As the population hits seven billion, we ask: can the Earth sustain this many people and is reproductive freedom a fundamental liberty? Is Wikileaks causing a Web revolution or setting the stage for net censorship? Will the English language ever become extinct and why are so many other languages under threat? And what can be done to manage the risks of living in places prone to natural disasters?

There is also a special community performance of Stephen Montague’s remarkable work Dark Sun – August 1945, conceived as a memorial to the victims of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. Or you can take part in a workshop on the role of bilingualism and diversity in schools, or explore the diversity of religious and other beliefs in Cambridge with the Communicating what we believe series.

The main day of the Festival on Saturday 22 October is bursting with free events for the whole family to enjoy. There will be talks by world-famous children’s authors Marcus Sedgwick (Midwinterblood) and zombie-loving Charlie Higson (Young Bond and The Enemy), debates by pioneering academics, dance performances and dozens of hands on activities for adults as well as children.

For more information and a programme, please call: 01223 766766 or visit the website

Oxjam Takeover comes to Cambridge on Saturday 22 October for the first time!

'Local Music, Global Impact: a charity festival with a style and a difference

Since the first festival in 2006, Oxjam has raised more than £1.5 million in total for Oxfam’s work. That’s enough to buy 13,000 emergency shelters; 60,000 goats or 900 classrooms. Oxjam Cambridge Takeover is part of this national music festival in aid of Oxfam. It is taking place during October in over 35 cities in the UK an it will be taking over our city to help fundraise to help save millions of lives around the world.

This is one event of a kind: where would you find a multi-venue all-dayer, a showcase of local music talent for just £8? with all proceeds going to Oxfam? Nowhere but in Cambridge!

After the success of Oxjam Cambridge launch beach party at the Emperor on 7 August and the consequent sell-out gig with talented jazz singer Joanna Eden aboard the Riverboat Georgina on 24 September, the Oxjam Cambridge Team is ready to impress you yet again:

Mike Wilson (Takeover Manager)

Nicola Holland (Production Co-ordinator)

Elena Gonzalez (Marketing Co-ordinator)

Caroline Mead (Fundraising Co-ordinator)

are all volunteers who have been working non-stop since May to bring you these fabulous events and the the best of local music to your doorstep!

Mike commented 'we are all overwhelmed by the support we have had so far. We would like to thank all the participating venues and artists who are offering  their services at no charge as well as great local sponsors such as Local Secrets and Media Partners like Envision TV and Affinity radio who have followed our every move!'

Please come along to enjoy yourself whilst supporting the highlight event in Cambridge this year, this not-to-be-missed music event, all in aid of Oxfam! Tickets are sold for £8 in advance from Wegottickets  and from participating venues, £10 at the door on the day!

Takeover day is going to consist of the following:

7 days of a pub rolled into one
Best of Singer Song Writer and music Mayhem corner
Cabaret and Burlesque

Confirmed venues (all in the Hills Rd area)

The Alma
The Emperor
The Great Northern

but we have a 'surprise' for local gig-goers and community. Watch the space for our late night venue with a capacity of 140 -200 people with 2  x DJ's (we are also in negotiations for a 5th venue for chill-out music TBC)

All headliners are from Cambridge and have all made it in various different scenes around the UK and Europe.

Bijoumiyo
Keltrix

Ezio

Festival start time: Midday

The Emperor: Midday -Midnight

The Great Northern: 4pm - 11pm

The Alma: 4pm - 11pm

Late night venue: either be: 9pm - 1am or 10pm – 3am TBC

Meet Emerald Frog!

Emerald Frog Marketing offer two 'Virtual Marketing' packages to support businesses who are looking for ways to grow in a difficult economic climate.

The 'Virtual Marketing Manager' package is perfect for organisations who require ongoing advice and marketing management.

The 'Virtual Marketing Team' takes it one step further by including basic copywriting and graphic design into a pre-defined number of hours per month.

Extra hours can be added to help support businesses during their busiest months, or when they have particularly big projects or promotions to manage.

“Our ‘Virtual Marketing’ packages are a perfect marketing solution for cost-conscious businesses and retailers who wish to minimise their overheads by outsourcing the management of key marketing activities throughout the month. It is also perfect for those who are not in a position to employ full time permanent marketing teams,” explains Jo Evans from Emerald Frog Marketing.

“By providing customers with a set structure of marketing support each month, we work as an integrated marketing department for businesses, either on an interim or long term basis”.

Emerald Frog Marketing’s “Virtual Marketing” packages are available for 4,8 or 16 hours per month from as little as £215 per month. In addition, Love Cambridge members will receive a 10% discount on marketing plans. Start your marketing activities now to ensure your business is booming in 2012!

For more information please visit their website  or call 0845 519 5565.

Mill Road Winter Fair 3rd December

The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge is set for a heroic opening

Following an impressive £1.25 million regeneration of one of the oldest inns within Cambridgeshire, The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge will welcome Lance Corporal Johnson Beharry VC for its official unveiling ceremony on 22 September 2011

Lance Corporal Johnson Beharry VC, distinguished for heroism during his service in Iraq, as well as his determination in the 2011 BBC TV series, ‘Dancing on Ice’, will be coming to Cambridge this month as guest of honour to open The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge.

A brand new fully-equipped business centre

Banquet and function facilities for 120 guests

The Grill: British bistro dining and on-site bakery

18 contemporary boutique-styled bedrooms

Glass-roofed atrium and original architecture

Landscaped gardens with courtyard area

Private rooms for dining, meetings and events

In honour of its close association with the Armed Forces and in support of heroes present and past; such as Group Captain, Sir Douglas Bader, who was known to have frequented The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge, the owners will donate a large sum to causes close to Beharry’s heart: the Victoria Cross and George Cross Association and Help for Heroes. Since being awarded the highest military decoration for valour, the war hero has worked tirelessly for these charities and will be presented with a cheque during the ribbon-cutting launch event, which will be attended by specially invited guests.

The grand re-opening of The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge looks set to be a momentous revival for one of the region’s most historic places for people to meet, eat and sleep. It is now an exciting new venue for Cambridgeshire that encompasses every attention to detail for every occasion…

Destined to become the new eating experience in Cambridge, The Grill at The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge showcases British bistro-style dining at its best. With a new Executive Head Chef at the helm, the menu promises deliciously rustic dishes for private diners and family favourites such as a luxury carvery served every Sunday, alongside perfectly created cuisine for stylish weddings, corporate events and private parties.

Hospitality is at the heart of The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge and every feature is designed to create a special place to spend time together – whatever the event. Think brunch in the cosy snug; lovely long lunches with fine wines under a glass-roofed atrium; a romantic rendezvous by the inglenook fireplace; or gathering a group of friends in the oak-beamed bar. Whether you pop in for a coffee and a catch-up on the free Wi-Fi, or enjoy a meal with your family on the huge hand-made oak table, a friendly team will be there to provide you with warm and attentive service.

A warm welcome awaits you at The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge. From arrival to departure, visitors will be embraced by the magic of this relaxing hotel set close to the historic city of Cambridge. The transformation of this traditional coaching inn blends traditional hospitality with en-suite boutique bedrooms that are designed to cosset you in comfort. There is a choice of unique rooms, named Comfy singles, Cosy doubles, Princely doubles, Queenly doubles and the Kingly double. All rooms provide every modern facility without losing any of their charm and heritage.

Set close to both Cambridge and the South East, via the M11, A11 and A505, with a train line to London just on your doorstep, this stunning venue is ideally located for business travellers and event organisers. Its brand new business centre and function room provides for up to 120 delegates, with the latest technology, Wi-Fi connectivity, guest larder, plus private dining rooms and breakout areas for presentations, awards meetings and events.

Visitors to Cambridgeshire will love the easy-reach location of The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge as its setting has much to do with its long and illustrious past. Playing a key role in regional history, the building was originally founded as a priory in the 13th century and has welcomed many visitors throughout its 700-years: from destitute travellers in the 1200s to King James I of England when taken ill on a journey from Newmarket in 1619. His Majesty later granted a special licence to the hotel for the sale of wines. In more recent times, The Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge became the social hub for service men and women stationed at nearby Duxford Airfield, now home to the Imperial War Museum.

Update from Anglian Ruskin

The season starts in October with The Curriculum Vitae of Aurora Ortiz (Thurs 4 & Fri 5 Oct) a humorous production from local company Classworks about expectations, hopes and dreams.

Half-term at the Mumford Theatre promises to be an exciting one for all ages! Hare and Tortoise (Mon 24 Oct), aimed at children ages 4+, is a fantastic adaptation of Aesop’s fable. New for this half-term at the Mumford Theatre is a two day workshop for children ages 8-14. Participants will work with local company Keystage and Mumford Theatre staff to learn new acting techniques, experiment with stage effects and create a soundscape. The workshop is called Fall in Love with Theatre and aims to make sure children do just that! (Wed 26 & Thurs 27 October).

The free Lunchtime Concert Series has already begun and continues to attract an array of performers, including classical, pop and jazz artists. (Every Friday, 1.10pm, Mumford Theatre).

This month also sees the exhibition Everyday at the Ruskin Gallery, which promises to be an interesting take on how we see everyday objects around us.

For full information please visit the website

The Safe Refuge

Safe Refuge provides somewhere safe and welcoming where people can:

Chill out and recover from any overindulgence

Have a hot or cold drink in peace and quiet

Sit and chat

Get practical help such as arranging transport home

Receive medical treatment from St John Ambulance

Use toilet facilities

Following a successful pilot at Easter, we will again be open on a trial basis from 10pm to 4am on:

Friday 28th October

Saturday 29th October

Friday 4th November

Saturday 5th November

We are located at St Columba’s Church at the corner of Downing Street and Downing Place.

Anyone can use it. The Safe Refuge teams will also come and help anyone nearby. You can help someone get to the Safe Refuge by:

Giving them directions

Bringing them to us

Asking another agency (e.g. Police, Street Pastors) to help bring them to us

Calling the Safe Refuge using the Cambac radio or 07906 954 970 to see if we can come and collect them or provide support where they are

The Safe Refuge is operated by Hope Cambridge in partnership with St John Ambulance, Hyline Security and Cambridge Street Pastors. It is supported by the Cambridge Community Safety Partnership and Cambac.

The Magic Brick Tree Book Launch

The mighty trees of the Botanic Garden have become the narrative centrepiece of a new beautiful children's story book, The Magic Brick Tree, created by Cambridge based young carers from Centre 33.  The children, who all provide significant care to another family member, worked alongside the artist, Alex Hirtzel and stroyteller, Marion Leeper to become story detectives and coax stories from the trees.