What's Going on?
Weekly Events
Date: Every Monday 11 AM - 4 PM at St John's Church Hall, Ton Pentre.
Event Title: Rhondda Listening Friends
More Information:
Need someone to talk to?
Then why not drop in to see us?
Rhondda - Listening Friends are available.
To download a poster for the event then please Click Here.
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Date: Every Week on Wednesday 10.30 - 1pm (except 1st Wednesday of the month)
Event Title: Leisurely cycle rides
More Information: Leisurely cycle rides and cycling skills for learners in Aberdare area.
Every Wednesday, all year round!
Guided rides leave at 10.30 but bikes are available for use in park between 10.30 - 1pm (except 1st Wednesday of the month).
To download a document explaining more about the event please Click Here
Contact Information: Call Eleanor for more information on number below or email: eleanor.rothwell@sustrans.org.uk
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Date: Every Week on Thursday at 11 am - 1pm
Event Title: Brighter Journey - Self help group for people affected by depression
Location: Four Seasons Activity Centre
More Information: Feeling stressed or anxious?
Why not pop along to our relaxed and informal self-help group, for a cuppa and a cake with people who have similar experiences.
Contact Information: Please contact Amy on 01443 671927 or Karen on 01443 675220
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Date: Every Week on Thursday at 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Event Title: Mentro Allan Walking Group
Meet: Aberdare Bus Station
Bring: Bus pass / change for the bus, shoes you can walk in, umbrella if its raining. We are always welcoming new members and ideas for new places to go so please keep encouraging people to come along and give me your suggestions for different trips.
Contact: Eleanor 01443 490206 / 07887551303
See below, thursday dates for more information on walk.
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Date: Wednesday Mornings 10 am - 12 pm
Event Title: Nordic Walking Taster Sessions
Location: Meet at ST Joseph Church Cwmaman Aberdare
More Information: Call to book your place on the sessions
Contact Information: Please Contact Lee 07887 667218 or steve 01685 887120
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Date: See below
Event Title: Activities at New Horizons
More Information: New Horizons are offering several activities every week.
Below is a list of the Activity's and Training taken place in New Horizons-
Mondays
Training
Healthy eating for all - come and learn new skills get healthy
12.30am - 3.00
Activities
Internet Cafe- Come and learn new It Skills
11am - 6-pm
Digital story telling plus internet forum meeting - help to inform the design and content of the website
Advice and Information
Cab for benefit advice
11am - 1pm
Gofal - for housing information
2.30pm - 4.30pm
Eye to Eye youth Counselling ( referral only)
4.30PM - 6.30PM
Tuesdays
Activities
Internet Cafe- Come and learn new It Skills
11am - 6-pm
Gardening Project - come and learn how to grow your own vegtables 11.30am - 1.00pm
11am - 6-pm
Music group- come and learn how to play the guitar 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Advice and Information
CAB for benefit advice
11am - 2pm
Seetec for employment advice
1pm - 3pm
Wednesdays
Community activities - visits to community projects
Centre closed 11am - 1pm
Training
Diabetes Peer Support ( self management)
1.30pm - 3.30pm
Activities
Cycling supported by Mentro Allan - healthy living
10.15 - 1.00pm
Internet Cafe- Come and learn new It Skills
11.00am - 6.00pm
RCT Carers Project (1st wednesday of each month)
11am - 1pm
Thursdays
Activities
Mens Group
11.30am - 1pm
Walking Group Supported by Mentro Allan
12.30am - 2pm
Beginners Guitar
1.30pm - 3pm
Art - come and learn or improve your painting or drawing skills
4pm - 6pm
Womens Group Only (referral only)
1.30pm 3.30pm
Service User meeting (first Thursday of every month)
2pm - 3pm
Eye to eye youth counselling( referral only)
5pm - 6pm
Fridays
Activities
Internet Cafe- Come and learn new IT Skills
11am - 4.30PM
Begginer Cycling supported by Mentro Allan
11am -2pm
Self Help Group for people with mental Health problems
11am - 1pm
Relation/Yoga 2pm - 3pm
Lillies Beautician ( please book on reception)
1.pm -3.pm
Advice and Information
Cab for benefit advice
11am - 2pm
Interlink- volunteering advice (appointment only)
11am - 3pm
Saturdays
Activities
Internet Cafe
11.AM - 4.30pm
Social Activities throughout day
Cookery(Time to be confirmed)
New activities and training are planned for the Autumn
Please telephone Aberdare 01685 881113 for futher information about the centre or if you would like to become a volunteer
In addition to the above social activities on a daily basis such quizzes, themed days and talks are advertised in the drop in and on the website www.mentalhealthsupport.co.uk
www.newhorizons-mentalhealth.co.uk or follow us on facebook
(groups New Horizons mental health) and Twitter
Date: April - December 2010
Event Title: Expert Patients Programme
Venue: Throughout RCT
More Information: Expert Patients Programme is a Free Self-help course for anyone living with any long-term health condition or for Carers – designed to improve quality of life – in just 2 ½ hours per week for 6 weeks you can learn to deal with Pain, Fatigue, Tense Muscles, Difficult Emotions, Stress/Anxiety and Depression.Date's subject to change if courses postponed due to low numbers
Course No. |
Course Venue |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
End Date |
1. |
Porth |
Tuesday |
1-3:30pm |
20th April |
1st June |
2. |
Aberdare |
Wednesday |
pm |
tbc |
tbc |
3. |
Bryncynon - Feel Good Factory |
Thursday |
pm |
10th June |
15th July |
4. |
Penywaun / Hirwaun |
Tuesday |
tbc |
15th June |
20th July |
5 |
Treochy |
Wednesday |
“ |
9th June |
14th July |
6 |
Maerdy Community First |
Thursday |
“ |
10th June |
15th July |
7 |
Rhondda Leisure Centre, Penrhys |
Tuesday |
“ |
7th Sept |
12th Oct |
8 |
Pontypridd- DEWIS conference room, Woodland Terrace, Pontypridd |
Wednesday |
“ |
8th Sept |
13th Oct |
9 |
Bryncynon - Feel Good Factory, |
Thursday |
“ |
9th Sept |
14th Oct |
10 |
TBC (Looking After Me – for Carers) |
Tuesday |
“ |
2nd Nov |
7th Dec |
11 |
Mountain Ash |
Wednesday |
“ |
3rd Nov |
8th Dec |
12 |
Interlink Training Room, 6 Melin Corrwg, |
Thursday |
“ |
4th Nov |
9th Dec |
For further information contact: Minu Mandora, The Expert Patients Programme Co-ordinator/Trainer, Interlink, 6 Melin Corrwg,
Cardiff Road,Upper Boat, PONTYPRIDD CF37 5BE Tel: 01443 846200 Email: mmandora@interinkrct.org.uk, www.eppwales.org
Date: 26th August
Location: Tonyrefail
More Information:11am -1pm every Thursday until 16/12/2010 4 Seasons As part of the Depression Busting course, we are setting up a self-help group for people with depression and their partners/carers.
Ticket information
Free to attend, for further information contact Zoe.A.Parfitt@rhondda-cynon-taff.gov.uk
Date: 28th- 29th August
Event Title: Talgarth Festival
Location: Talgarth
More Information: A true celebration of food farming music
and the countryside with a 40s theme this year
Date: 1st September
Event Title: Tails from The Horses Mouth
Location: Tonypandy
More Information: Wednesday evening rehearsals from 6.30-8.30pm Weekly rehearsals held at Coleg Morgannwg Rhondda on Wednesday evenings, with intensive rehearsals in September, October and November, up to the week of the performances (17th, 18th, 19th & 20th November).
Ticket information
Spectacle Theatre Coleg Morgannwg Rhondda, Llwynypia, Tonypandy, CF40 2TQ Tel: 01443 430700
Date: 2nd September
Location: Tonyrefail
More Information: 11am -1pm every Thursday until 16/12/2010 4 Seasons As part of the Depression Busting course, we are setting up a self-help group for people with depression and their partners/carers. Ticket information
Free to attend, for further information contact Zoe.A.Parfitt@rhondda-cynon-taff.gov.uk
Date: 3rd September
Event Title: Darran Las Self help Group.
Location: Mountain Ash
More Information: 13:00-15:00 Darran Las Community Building Are you or someone you know experiencing problems with your mental health? want to help yourself or others? Then why not come along to the Darran Las self help group. Where you will be able to share experiences with others who have similar issues in a friendly and confidential setting. Ticket information
For more information or if you wan a confidential chat, ring Jill on 01443 479713 or e-mail Jill.davies@rhondda-cynon-taff.gov.uk
Date: 4th September
Event Title: Ferndale Festival
Location: Ferndale
More Information: All day Details to follow Ticket information No ticket required
Date: 5th September
Event Title: Wales Valleys Walking Festival
Location: Abercynon
More Information: Start Time: 2.00pm Start Point: Afan Forest Visitor Centre (Grid Ref SS 821 195) Walk 5 - The Tramper Trail (some Exertion) A 2 hour walk along one of our tramper trails. Look back at history and experience the local nature. Beamer trampers area great way for the less able to get out and experience the countryside. Booking essential. Distance: 4 Miles Duration : 2 Hours Ticket information
Wales Valleys Walking Festival Team:- 01443 838632 or e-mail walkingfestival@thevalleys.co.uk
Date: 10th September
Event Title: Valleys Walking Festival Tonypandy
Location: Tonypandy
More Information: Start Time: 10.00am Start Point: Cwm Clydach Countryside Park, Nr Tonypandy (Grid Ref SS 983 928) Walk 12 - Cwm Clydach Ramble (Strenuous) Join local guide for a walk around the historical Clydach Valley. Distance: 7 miles Duration: 4 hours Ticket information
Wales Valleys Walking Festival Team:- 01443 838632 or e-mail walkingfestival@thevalleys.co.uk
Date: 11th September and 30th October
Location: The Muni Arts Centre Pontypridd
More Information: Start 7.00pm Presented by Deadstar Productions, in partnership with The Muni Arts Centre and SONIG Youth Music Industry Saturdays: 10 April, 29 May, 11 September and 30 October The new Fight Night! New Breed takes over the hugely successful gigs featuring unsigned and breakthrough acts from the emerging Welsh music scene. Ticket information£6.00 (variable)/ Doors open 7 pm – 7.30 pm (variable) ID will be asked for upon entry. 12 – 14 year olds MUST be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21 Cultural Services Booking Line - 08000 147 111 or book online at www.rct-arts.co.uk
Date: Sunday 12th September
Event Title: Tonyrefail Classic Car Show and Family Day Out
Location: Tonyrefail
More Information: 1am - 5pm Tyn y bryn Park
This year’s Tonyrefail Car Show promises to be a wheely-spectacular event, with the largest-ever number of classic vehicles on display and a host of family fun to boot!
The event o will see the Tyn-y-Bryn Playing Fields filled with beautiful classic cars, family games and stalls and spectacular Birds of Prey.Gates open at 11am to 5pm Free Event
Date: Tuesday 14th September
Event Title: Team Based Working
Location: Cowbrige Southwales
More Information: 9:00am – 4:30pm £210 This workshop is aimed at managers (general and clinical) who want to develop, nurture and support high performing teams. It is based on the principle that effective teams are made up of individuals who have different behaviours, preferences and values. It is the recognition and harnessing of those differences that is the key to effective and long-lasting service delivery. If you'd like more information about any of the services we offer, or courses we run please write to us atHealthcare Alliances, Britannia House, 11 High Street, Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan, CF71 7AD
Tel & Fax: 01446 774864
Date: Wednesday 15th September
Event Title: Managing Change Effectively
Location: Cowbrige Southwales
More Information: £210 9:00am – 4:30pm Making sense of management initiatives is difficult enough when you are busy dealing with everyday issues and resolving operational issues. It can be impossible if you do not have models and paradigms to assess the initiatives. This workshop addresses that need by covering the most important ideas of modern management thinking about insights into managing change.
Date: 16th September
Event Title: Valleys Walking Festival
Location: Outside RCT
More Information: Start Time: 10.00am Start Point: Merthyr Tydfil Train Station (SO 050 061) Walk 24 - Trevithick Trail - Pontygwaith Bridge (Strenuous) A scenic route along the Trevithick Trail to be Pontygwaith Bridge. Distance: 8 miles Duration: 5 hours Ticket information
Wales Valleys Walking Festival Team:- 01443 838632 or e-mail walkingfestival@thevalleys.co.uk
Date: 18th September
Location: Rhondda Heritage Park Trehafod
More Information: Join us in celebrating the works of the renowned author Alexander Cordell ( 1917 - 1997) in particular 'This Sweet and Bitter Earth' as we commemorate the Centenary of the Tonypandy Riots of 1910 . This FREE two day event features music, theatre, tours, Welsh crafts and food plus lots more.Rhondda Heritage Park, Lewis Merthyr Colliery, Coed Cae Road, Trehafod, RCT, CF37 2NP Ticket information Free 2 Day Event
Tel ; 01443 682036 Email info@rhonddaheritagepark.com www.rhonddaheritagepark.com
Date: 18th September
Location: Porth
More Information: 10:30am-4:00pm Hannah Street The Carnival returns to Porth again this year, the parade will take place in Hannah Street and the theme for this year is Welsh History and Culture. Other venues to be included are: Rhondda Heritage Park, Porth Plaza, Alec Jones Day Centre and Porth RFC Ticket information
FREE EVENT
Date: 22nd September
Event Title: Aberdare Park National Road Races Meeting
Location: Cwmdare Miners Welfare Club
More Information: Meetings start from 8pm Cwmdare Miners Welfare Club Aberaman Motorcycle Club meet every Tuesday to organise the annual Road Races at Aberdare Park. New members welcome. Ticket information
Kevin Lloyd 01685 889078
Date: 23rd September
Location: Tonyrefail
More Information:11am -1pm every Thursday until 16/12/2010 4 Seasons As part of the Depression Busting course, we are setting up a self-help group for people with depression and their partners/carers. Ticket information
Free to attend, for further information contact Zoe.A.Parfitt@rhondda-cynon-taff.gov.uk
Date: 28th September
Event Title: Out Door Fitness Classes
Location: Ynysangharad War Memorial Park
More Information:Tue and Thu 18:15pm– 19:15pm. Ynysangharad War Memorial Park Meet at the Cricket pavilion in the centre of the park. Parking will be allowed on the cricket pavilion car park from October through to March. Please make sure that you are in the park by 18:10hrs as the gates will be locked during the class and opened again at the end. From March to October. Free parking after 6pm in any of the car parks close to the park, leaving a short walk to get you warmed up.
Date: 29th September
Location: Dare Valley Country Park Aberdare
More Information:10:30pm - 12.00pm Free! Nordic Walking sessions every Thursday at 12pm. Poles provided, comfortable footwear is advisible and possibly a rain jacket. Ticket information
RCT WALKING DEVELOPMENT email: Lee.Davies2@rctcbc.gov.uk Mob: 07786523703
Date: 29th September
Event Title: People & Relationships (incl Myers-Briggs)
Location: Cowbrige Southwales
More Information: 9.am-4.30pm Some managers spend the majority of their time interacting with other managers, so it is important that the time is well spent. Another aspect of people management is motivating staff and dealing with difficult colleagues, which are often the most stressful aspects of a manager's job.The cost of this workshop includes a confidential Myers-Briggs assessment.Cost of Course £210
Date: 30th September
Event Title: People & Relationships (incl Myers-Briggs)
Location: St Asaph North Wales
More Information: 9.am-4.30pm Some managers spend the majority of their time interacting with other managers, so it is important that the time is well spent. Another aspect of people management is motivating staff and dealing with difficult colleagues, which are often the most stressful aspects of a manager's job.The cost of this workshop includes a confidential Myers-Briggs assessment.Cost of Course £210
Date: 2nd October
Location: Rhondda Heritage Park
More Information:11.00am – 4.00pm Full steam ahead with model railway layouts, traction engines, buses and cars plus lots more Ticket information £2.50 Adults £1.50 Children call 01443 682036
Date: 5th October
Event Title: Aberdare Park National Road Races Meeting
Location: Cwmdare Miners Welfare Club
More Information: Meetings start from 8pm Aberaman Motorcycle Club meet every Tuesday to organise the annual Road Races at Aberdare Park. New members welcome
Ticket information Kevin Lloyd 01685 889078
Date: Tuesday 5th October - Wednesday 6th October
Event Title: Effective and Persuasive Writing
Location: Cowbrige Southwales
More Information: 9.am-4.30 As part of the course, you will have the option of working on generic material. Alternatively, there will be several opportunities to work on a written document (preferably a report) of you own choice. If you wish to work on your own document, it would be useful for you to bring some information about it with you (perhaps an early draft, or working notes, etc).Price of Course £390
Date: 6th October
Event Title: Cilfynydd Inn Quiz and Curry Night
Location: Cilfynydd Pontypridd
More Information: 8pm till late the cilfynydd inn, are happy to announce the curry and quiz night every wednesday, curry's are home made Ticket information Ann or Dave 01443 407122
Date: 7th October
Location: Tonyrefail
More Information: 11am -1pm every Thursday until 16/12/2010 4 Seasons As part of the Depression Busting course, we are setting up a self-help group for people with depression and their partners/carers. Ticket information
Free to attend, for further information contact Zoe.A.Parfitt@rhondda-cynon-taff.gov.uk
Date: 7th October
Event Title:Influencing Change - from the inside
Location: Cowbrige South Wales
More Information:9.am-4.00pm A course for delegates to learn about the characteristics of internal change projects and to practice the skills and techniques to undertake them with limited personal power and authority. Price of Course £210
Date: 9th October
Event Title: Glamorgan Family History Society
Location: Llantrisant Leisure Centre
More Information: 10am-4pm Llantrisant Leisure Centre The largest event of its kind in South Wales featuring societies from Wales and the West of England. A one-stop shop to discovering your roots, why not use this event as an opportunity to visit the area of your ancestors Ticket information
secretary@glamfhs.org
Date: 14th October
Event Title: Cynon Isaf Camera Club
Location: Moriah Community Church Hall, Bassett Street, Abercynon CF45 4SP
More Information: We are a group of amateur photographers who meet once a week for discussions, competitions and workshops on all things photographic, meeting every Thursday at 7.30pm.
Ticket information
Secretary: Mike Blackman: 01443 451834 Chairman: Harry Brown: 01443 476860 Ieuan Evans: 01443 740693 Keith Llewellyn: 07768 338015
Date: 19th October
Location: LLantrisant
More Information:7pm until 9pm Southgate Park Social tennis for club members. New members of all ages and standards are always welcome. Come along and try us out. We are a small but thriving club based at Southgate Park, Llantrisant (behind the Leisure Centre). We have an extensive coaching programme for all age groups including adult beginners, together with Men’s and Ladies teams in the South Wales Doubles Leagues. Ticket information Contact Nick Barrow on 07818 567764 Secretary@llantrisanttennisclub.co.uk
Date: 23rd October
Event Title: Welsh Brass Arts Festival
Location: Parc & Dare Theatre Treorchy
More Information: 7.30pm-10pm Featuring Park and Dare Band, Pentre in Tune, Faith, Hope & Harmony Community Choir & Special guests.Ticket information TBC
Date: 25th October
Event Title: Tails From The Horses Mouth Community Play
Location: Theatre Coleg Morgannwg Rhondda
More Information:Wednesday evening rehearsals from 6.30-8.30pm Weekly rehearsals held at Coleg Morgannwg Rhondda on Wednesday evenings, with intensive rehearsals in September, October and November, up to the week of the performances (17th, 18th, 19th & 20th November). Ticket information
Spectacle Theatre Coleg Morgannwg Rhondda, Llwynypia, Tonypandy, CF40 2TQ Tel: 01443 430700 e-mail: info@spectacletheatre.co.uk
Date: 27th October
Event Title: Darren Las Self Help Group
Location: Mountain Ash
More Information:13:00-15:00 Darran Las Community Building Are you or someone you know experiencing problems with your mental health? want to help yourself or others? Then why not come along to the Darran Las self help group. Where you will be able to share experiences with others who have similar issues in a friendly and confidential setting. Ticket information
For more information or if you wan a confidential chat, ring Jill on 01443 479713 or e-mail Jill.davies
Date: 29th October
Location: Dare Valley Country Park Aberdare
More Information: 9 am - 5 pm Dare Valley Country Park An exhibition of work by Ceri Isaac (pen and ink mixed media)
Ticket information
Dare Valley Country Park. 01685 874672
Date: 2nd November
Event Title: Bunch of Grapes Quiz Night
Location: Pontypridd
More Information: 8pm Bunch of Grapes Every Tuesday Night, £1.00 per person, 8pm Start .Topical Rounds, Complimentary half-time food, Multimedia & Jackpot Rounds.Ticket information
Ask Staff For Further Information Bunch of Grapes Ynysangharad Road Pontypridd CF374DA 01443 402934 www.bunchofgrapes.org.uk/index.php?id=3
Date: 3rd November
Event Title: Fast Forward Theatre Class
Location: Pontypridd
More Information: 4.00pm to 6.00pm every Wednesday Taff Meadow Hall, Broadway, Pontypridd FAST FORWARD brings a NEW and FRESH approach to theatre. Our aim is to have fun, express ourselves through performance, find new talent and make great theatre! Classes consist of knowledge and understanding of the theatre, ice breaker group activities, drama warm ups and future production rehearsals. We will sit down at the end of each session and discuss what we learned Ticket information
Classes cost £4 for 5-8 year olds, £5 for 9-14 year olds and £6 for 15 - 18 year olds. For more information or any questions, please contact Lynsey (MANAGER) on 07931 444 253, email info@fastforward-theatre.co.uk or just come along to the classes.
www.fastforward-theatre.co.uk/
Date: 3rd November
Event Title: Mid Rhonnda Modelling Club
Location: Tonyrefail
More Information:7:00pm - 9:00pm Tonyrefail Comprehensive School Mid Rhondda Modelling Club has been running for over 30 years. We meet on a regular basis and enjoy making models for display. We encourage both Gentleman and Ladies to attend, and also young people aged 12 +. However, Young people under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Ticket information
£1 contribution every week. Under 16's free Telephone Mr. Davies on 01443 686658
Date: 4th November
Event Title: Monsters Of British Rock
Location: The Muni Arts Centre Pontypridd
More Information: Six of the UK's most highly-esteemed and experienced rock musicians have joined forces to create Monsters of British Rock! Original Whitesnake members Micky Moody and Neil Murray have teamed up with Laurie Wisefield (Wishbone Ash), Harry James (Thunder), Chris Ousey (Heartland) and Michael Bramwell (We Will Rock You) to bring you classic twin-guitar based rock as it should be played.
Ticket information
The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line 08000 147 111 or book online at www.rct-arts.co.uk £15.50 in advance, £18.00 on the door
Date: 5th November
Event Title: SARA WATKINS (of Nickel Creek)
Location: The Muni Arts Centre Pontypridd
More Information:Start 8.00pm Plus Sean Watkins. Special Guests The Carrivick Sisters. Cabaret style Seating Best known as a founding member of the Grammy award–winning, critically acclaimed and platinum-selling band Nickel Creek, Sara Watkins, singer/songwriter and fiddle player, steps out with a confident stride releasing her debut solo album, (produced Led Zeppelin's John Paul Jones) and now performing some eagerly anticipated live gigs. Blending country, bluegrass, and folk music in an undeniably soulful melange, she has fresh sound; her melodies are complex and addictive, with foot stomping rhythms and delicate vocals.Ticket information
The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line 08000 147 111 or book online at www.rct-arts.co.uk www.sarawatkins.com. £12.50 Early Bird Ticket £9.50. Part of the Where Good Music Matters mini-music bundle – Create your own ticket bundle
Date: 6th November
Location: Michael Sobell Sports Centre
More Information: 7pm-8pm join the Party by coming to the most popular Zumba class in the Cynon Valley Ticket information
Joanne, valleyszumba@googlemail.com or find us on facebook: valleys Zumba.www.valleyszumba.co.uk
Date: 6th November
Event Title: Remember the Riots
Location: Asda Car Park Tonypandy town centre
More Information: 2pm - 8pm Tonypandy Commemorate the centenary of the Tonypandy Riots with free activities in Tonypandy town centre followed by a lantern parade, laser show and free entertainment in Asda Car Park.Ticket information
events@rctcbc.gov.uk
Date: 9th November
Location: Llantrisant
More Information: 7pm until 9pm Southgate Park Social tennis for club members. New members of all ages and standards are always welcome. Come along and try us out .We are a small but thriving club based at Southgate Park, Llantrisant (behind the Leisure Centre). We have an extensive coaching programme for all age groups including adult beginners, together with Men’s and Ladies teams in the South Wales Doubles Leagues. See the calendar page of our website for a full schedule of coaching, league and club activities.
Ticket information Contact Nick Barrow on 07818 567764 Secretary@llantrisanttennisclub.co.uk
www.llantrisanttennisclub.co.uk
Date: 11th November
Event Title: GWENAN GIBBARD & RACHEL HAIR An Evening of Celtic Harp
Location: Pontypridd
More Information: start 8.00pm The Muni Arts Centre. GWENAN GIBBARD & RACHEL HAIR An Evening of Celtic Harp in the Circle Gallery Gwenan is at the forefront of the Welsh traditional harp scene both as a consummate player and a delightful singer. Expect rhythmic and vibrant dance tunes, gypsy music, and both lively and hauntingly beautiful folk songs, the perfect showcase of Welsh traditional music at its best With her eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary Scottish and Irish music, as well as original music, celtic harpist Rachel Hair has been described as, 'one of the most innovative young musicians to have emerged over the last few years.' (Irish Music Review). Ticket information
The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line 08000 147 111 or book online at www.rct-arts.co.uk www.gwenangibbard.com www.rachelhair.co.uk £10.00 Concessions £6.00
Date: 12th November
Location: Pontypridd
More Information: Start 7.30pm The Coliseum Theatre London Classic Theatre present THE Caretake rby Harold Pinter Davies, an elderly drifter, is given shelter by the kindly but vulnerable Aston. He quickly makes himself at home in the squalid, junk-filled attic, but an uneasy peace is fractured by the arrival of Mick, Aston’s quick-witted, streetwise younger brother. As the shadows lengthen and the three men reveal more about the past and themselves, a battle of wits begins that will have irrevocable consequences for them all. A landmark of twentieth century theatre Pinter’s compelling study of loneliness and power games still has the capacity to amuse, shock and fascinate. “One of the 20th century's great plays, a tragic comedy of stunning individuality” Daily Mail Recommended for ages 14 and over.
www.rct-arts.co.uk
Date: 13th November
Event Title: Miss Polly Rae and Her All New Hurly Burly Burlesque Show
Location: The Coliseum Theatre
More Information: Directed by William Baker London’s leading troupe of singers, teasers, bump and grinders! Mix a martini, engage anticipation and stand by for titillation as Mistress of the burlesque, Miss Polly Rae and her Hurly Burly Girls present a carnal and carnivalesque, exotic and erotic burlesque show. Celebrating 3 years as London’s leading award-winning burlesque cabaret troupe, they take inspiration from old Hollywood and burlesque glamour mixed with saucy choreography and tongue in check comedy- combining good old fashioned tease with cheeky bits. They have graced the cover of ‘Time Out’ magazine, sold out shows on the West End and regularly appear on both BBC and ITV. Directed by William Baker, who was the Creative Director for Kylie Minogue, this sumptuous production showcases the beauty of burlesque combined with live music. For Ages 16 and over £15.00
Ticket information
The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line - 08000 147 111 or book online at www.rct-arts.co.uk
Date: 17th - 20th November
Event Title: Tail's From The Horse's Mouth
Location: Tonypandy
More Information: The real drama of the Tonypandy Riots 1910 portrayed by the people of the Rhondda. Ticket information
Further information is available from Spectacle Theatre on 01443 430700
Date: 18th November
Event Title: Pontypridd Switching on Christmas Lights
Location: Tonypandy
More Information: 6.00pm - 8.00pm Pontypridd Town Centre A free family night where the Town Council light up Pontypridd with the switching on of the Christmas lights. To include fun-fair, gtfm roadshow, pyrotechnic show, snow cannons, children's entertainers and obviously one special guest
Ticket information
Free Admission Jan Fry Pontypridd Town Council, 133 Berw Road, Pontypridd, CF37 2AA jfry.ptc@btconnect.com
www.pontypriddtowncouncil.org.uk
Date: 18th November
Event Title: King King featuring Alan Nimmo
Location: Parc & Dare, Treorchy
More Information: KING KING featuring Alan Nimmo In The Blues Lounge Softly softly” is not a maxim that King King are familiar with. Since surging into life last year they have barely stopped for breath, and their electrifying sound and scorching live shows have generated more of a thunderous roar than a buzz. This is a band which knows how to make an entrance. Fronted by charismatic bluesman Alan Nimmo, their exhilarating debut at last year's Monaghan Blues Festival created such a stir that it prompted organiser Somhairle MacConghail to declare: "King King aren't just playing the festival. Word is that King King ARE the festival"
Ticket information
The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line on 08000 147 111 or book online at www.rct-arts.co.uk www.kingkingblues.com £12.50. Blues Club Members £9.50. Part of the Where Good Music Matters mini-music bundle – Create your own ticket bundle and
Date: 19th November
Event Title: Day Time Delights
Location: Parc & Dare, Treorchy
More Information: Start 1.00pm The Park and Dare Theatre Lunchtime Concerts in the Lounge Bar Indulge in a delicious cake and a cup of tea while enjoying music and sing-along songs from fantastic Welsh musicians.Ticket information
The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line on 08000 147 111 or book online at www.rct-arts.co.uk £4.00
Date: 23rd November
Event Title: Bunch of Grapes Quiz
Location: Ynysangharad Road Pontypridd CF374DA
More Information: Bunch of Grapes Every Tuesday Night, £1.00 per person, 8pm Start .Topical Rounds, Complimentary half-time food, Multimedia & Jackpot Rounds.Ask Staff For Further Information Bunch of Grapes 01443 402934
www.bunchofgrapes.org.uk/index.php?id=3
Date: 24rd November
Event Title: Martyn a'r Lamp Hudol
Location: Ynysangharad Road Pontypridd CF374DA
More Information: Various times please check with Box Office. The Muni Arts Centre Dazzling traditional Welsh Language Pantomime.Ticket information
The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line 08000 147 111 or book online at www.rct-arts.co.uk
Date: 26th November
Event Title:Rock n Roll Paradise
Location: The Coliseum Theatre Aberdare
More Information: Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Eddie Cochran and the Big Bopper are all stunningly brought back to life in this rock’n’roller-coaster of a show. Brilliant vocalists backed by a superb band will have you up on your feet bopping in the aisles. Ticket information
The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line 08000 147 111 or book online at www.rct-arts.co.uk Rock your socks off to the best rock 'n' roll show – it’ll be a night you’ll never forget! £15.00
Date: 30th November
Event Title:Aberdare Park National Road Races Weekly Meeting.
Location: The Coliseum Theatre Aberdare
More Information: Meetings start from 8pm Cwmdare Miners Welfare Club Aberaman Motorcycle Club meet every Tuesday to organise the annual Road Races at Aberdare Park. New members welcome. www.aberdarepark.co.uk
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