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SepTember 29th

Saint Michael's Day

This is the feast day of Saint Michael and all the angels. It is the most ancient of all the angel festivals. The Anglican church celebrates all angels, both named and unnamed on one day. Roman and Orthodox Churches separate them into two categories (with the unnamed angels having their feast day on October 2nd).

From fairly early on, Michaelmas was an important holiday and the Christian equivalent of the autumn equinox (September 21st). In England, it was considered the start of a new quarter. It marked the start of a new business year, a time for electing officials, making contracts, paying rent, hiring servants, holding court and starting school. Obviously we still see the remnants of this in the timing of our elections and school year.

This is also a time when the weather is known to change. In Italy, they say "For Saint Michael, heat goes into the heavens." In Ireland, people expect a marked decrease in sickness or disease. The Irish also consider this a lucky day for fishing: Plenty comes to the boat on Michael's Day.

Barolini records a nursery rhyme about hours of sleep:

Nature requires five,
Custom gives seven,
Laziness takes nine,
And Michaelmas eleven.

march 2009

27 March

Coastal & Nature Reserve Wild Food Walk, Marazion

A leisurely walk to find edible plants growing locally, how to pick, identify and use. Walking along the flat paths and the beach. 11.00am - 1.00pm, meet in Marazion, by the outdoor children's play area facing the beach. Adults £10/Children £2. To book and find out more call Rachel Tel: 01736 369719/Mob: 07903 410214

april 2009

4 - 5 April

Boconnoc Spring Flower Show

01872 322900

10 April

Coastal Wild Food Walk, Perranuthnoe

For those who want a longer walk, we'll enjoy a diversity of wild foods on the route between Perranuthnoe & Prussia Cove. 10.00am - 1.00pm, meet next to the pay & display car park near the sea front, Adults £10/Children £2. To book and find out more call Rachel Tel: 01736 369719/Mob: 07903 410214

11 - 13 April

Trereife House Easter Food & Craft Fair.

Cookery demonstrations, house tours, delectable selection of locally produced food & drink, arts and crafts to browse & buy, craft workshops, children's entertainment, live music. 10am - 5pm, admission adults £2, children £1, under 5's free, family ticket £5 (2 adults & 3 children).

18 April

Wild Food Walk, Zennor

A leisurely circular walk along the coastal path and back across the fields to find edible plants growing locally, how to pick, identify and use. Walk includes some gradients. 2.00pm - 4.00pm, meet next to the Backpackers/Youth Hostel in Zennor, Adults £10/Children £2. To book and find out more call Rachel Tel: 01736 369719/Mob: 07903 410214

23 April

Coastal Wild Food Walk, Godrevy

A leisurely walk to find edible plants growing locally, how to pick, identify and use. Walk includes some gradients. 11.00am - 1.00pm, meet in the National Trust car park, Godrevy nr Hayle, Adults £10/Children £2. To book and find out more call Rachel Tel: 01736 369719/Mob: 07903 410214

25 April

Porthleven Food and Music Festival, opened by Antony Worrall Thompson.

There will be over 40 local food and drink producers selling and sampling their products. Live music will be played all day and well into the evening.

25 April

Trevithick Day, Camborne

may 2009

1 May

Padstow Obby Oss

2 - 4 May

Penzance Craft Fair, Wharfside car park, Saturday 9.30am - 6.00pm, Sunday & Monday 10.00am - 4.00pm

2 - 4 May

Riviera Run, Newquay

2 - 3 May

Giant Bolster Weekend, St Agnes, 01872 554150

2 - 4 May

Isles of Scilly World Pilot Gig Championship

3 May

Horns - a traditional spring picnic. Assemble at the Pirate Inn (time to be announced) for a traditional walk from Alverton to Trereife House. The afternoon will flow with merriment, music and refreshments.

4 May

May Day, St Ives

7 - 16 May

Daphne Du Maurier Festival, Fowey

8 May

Helston Flora Day

9 May

Transition Penwith & Plan-it Earth Environmental Eduction Project jointly presents: A Celebration of Sustainability in Penwith Event at Plan-it Earth, Sancreed. Workshops, Entertainment & Environmental Information.

9 - 10 May

Surf Kayak Competition held on Godrevy beach. (Possible re-run date of 16 & 17 May dependant on weather)

22 - 25 May

Run to the Sun Festival, Newquay,

22 - 31 May

Fal River Festival

june 2009

4 - 6 June

Royal Cornwall Show, Wadebridge, 01208 12183

6 - 7 June

Stand Up Paddle Surfing Competition run by BSUPA and Sunset Surf Cafe. Fore more information contact Sunset Surf Cafe on (01736) 752575.

TBC - Royal Naval Invitation Longboard Championships - Following previous successful events the Royal Navy are bringing their Longboard Championship event back to Gwithian beach at Hayle again this year. For further information contact Sue Nicholls at the Beach Management Office on (01736) 334832

12 - 14 June

Falmouth Sea Shanty Festival

13 June

Murdoch Day Redruth

TBC June

Marazion Carnival. Telephone: 01736 711716

21 - 28 June

Golowan Festival, Penzance, for details see www.feastoffestivals.co.uk

27 June

Mazey Day, Penzance, for details see www.feastoffestivals.co.uk

TBC - St Ives Biathlon - St Ives' well known Surf Lifesaving Biathlon attracts an increasing number of international athletes (as well as local people) who take part in a running race from St Ives, along the coastal path to Carbis Bay and then a sea swim from Carbis Bay to St Ives. For more details contact Sharon Cox on (01736) 795024.

July 2009

11 - 18 July

Lafrowda Day, St Just, for details see www.feastoffestivals.co.uk

13 July

Stithians Show

Held in the middle of July each year Stithians Show is the biggest one-day show in Cornwall.

Primarily an agricultural show, Stithians Show offers many things of interest to all. There are Steam, Vintage and classic Motorcycles, Tractors and Stationary Engines, a Rare Breeds Section as well as sections for Cattle, Cage Birds, Pigeons, Rabbits, Goats and Poultry. A Horticulture Section offers gardeners the chance to show off their vegetables and flowers and gain prizes. There will also be a number of craft stalls as well as karate and fly tieing demonstrations throughout the day rounded off by the Grand Evening Concert at 8pm.

18 July

Camborne Show

Camborne Show is primarily an agricultural show along the lines of the Royal Cornwall and Stithians Shows. Held atop the cliffs at Gwealavellan Farm, north of Camborne it is most easily reached by a free bus from the town.

The Show offers members of the general public as well as the townspeople a chance to mingle with members of the farming community. A large number of displays and craft stalls ensure that there is something of interest for everyone. There is Horsejumping, a Cattle Field, as well as the usual shopping opportunities. In past years there have been Falconry displays and sheepdogs showing off their skills, rounding up ducks. The marquees, house all manner of things to see, from Poultry and other Cage Birds to Goats and even some Llamas. Other tents house the Handicraft and Horticultural Sections where local people offer up their produce to be judged to gain that elusive First Prize card or rosette. Come along, you won't be disappointed!

20 - 24 July

'A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM' at the Minack Theatre

SHAKESPEARE'S GLOBE ON TOUR present A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM by William Shakespeare on JULY 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 at 8 pm and JULY 22 & 24 at 2 pm at the Minack Theatre, Porthcurno.

You know the story! Hermia loves Lysander and Helena loves Demetrius – but Demetrius is supposed to be marrying Hermia. When the Duke of Athens tries to enforce the marriage, the lovers take refuge in the woods outside the city, and walk into the midst of a dispute between the King and Queen of the fairies. And they are not alone. So, too, does a group of amateur actors rehearsing a play. Between the angry fairies, the bumbling players and the dazed lovers, flies Puck armed with a love juice capable of making anyone fall for the first person they set eyes upon – no matter how unsuitable.

Shakespeare put some of his most dazzling dramatic poetry at the service of this teasing, glittering, very funny and amazingly inventive play, whose seriousness is fleetingly glimpsed beneath its dreamlike surface.

This is the third year of open-air touring for Shakespeare’s Globe on Tour, taking touring productions out from the Globe to castles, festivals, parks and town squares. We are delighted to welcome the company to Minack.

24 - 26 July

Boconnoc Steam Fair, www.Isvc.org

25 July - 2 August

Heylfest, a long established festival which brings the diverse community of this lively town together in a week long celebration. Events include a Children's Day, the Rose and Cabbage show and much more. For further information visit www.feastoffestivals.co.uk

27 - 31 July

'TREASURE ISLAND' at the Minack Theatre

JANUS THEATRE COMPANY present TREASURE ISLAND at the Minack Theatre, Porthcurno.

Adapted by Phil Wilmott from the novel by Robert Louis Stevenson

JULY 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 at 8 pm and JULY 29 & 31 at 2 pm

Janus Theatre Company are delighted to be returning to the Minack Theatre with this production of Treasure Island.

This is the first adaptation of Treasure Island with great parts for male and female performers. Inspired by real-life female adventurers, Phil Willmott has changed the gender of several of the central characters without compromising the spirit of Stevenson’s classic novel.

This swashbuckling stage adaptation brings out all the comedy and adventure of this ever-popular story. Fun for all the family!

Bristol based Janus Theatre Company has been formed especially to perform at the Minack Theatre – our members are drawn from groups across the Bristol area and further afield!

28 - 29 July

Rip Curl & Hawaiian Tropic Girls Tour on Porthmeor beach, St Ives. Visiting beaches in the UK the tour gives girls the chance to learn to surf from scratch or try new tricks and manoevres surrounded by qualified instructors and professional Rip Curl riders. The event is exclusive for girls! This year lessons are free too. Various other beach activities taking place, for more information log onto www.RipCurl.com or contact Chase PR at chase@chasepr.co.uk or telephone 0207 403 4141.

29 July

RNAS Culdrose Air Day, Helston, 01326 574121

August 2009

1 August

Feast of Lugnasadh

Lughnasadh was one of the four main festivals of the medieval Irish calendar: Imbolc at the beginning of February, Beltaine on the first of May, Lughnasadh in August and Samhain in October. One early Continental Celtic calendar was based on the lunar, solar, and vegetative cycles, so the actual calendar date in ancient times may have varied. Lughnasadh marked the beginning of the harvest season, the ripening of first fruits, and was traditionally a time of community gatherings, market festivals, horse races and reunions with distant family and friends.

In Celtic mythology, the Lughnasadh festival is said to have been begun by the god Lugh, as a funeral feast and games commemorating his foster-mother, Tailtiu, who died of exhaustion after clearing the plains of Ireland for agriculture.

2 August

Tintagel Carnival

Come and explore the Mystical village of Tintagel, walk the coast path, visit Merlin's Cave and a castle maybe once used by King Arthur. Later relax and watch young and old enjoy Tintagel Carnival.

10 - 14 August

'THE CRUCIBLE' at the Minack Theatre

THE ILKLEY PLAYHOUSE present THE CRUCIBLE by Arthur Miller at the Minack Theatre, Porthcurno on AUGUST 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 at 8 pm and 12 & 14 at 2 pm.

It is 1692 in Salem, Massachusetts and one of the most compelling and prophetic events in history is about to unfold, spreading like a contagion through the community of Puritan settlers. Local farmer John Proctor has committed adultery with a young girl who worked for him: she will stop at nothing to recapture his heart, accusing others of witchcraft and igniting the flames of hysteria. The authorities believe the Devil is behind these events and must be crushed. Determined to restore order, they use fear as a method of control while the townspeople use the compensating defence of gossip and slander.

'The Crucible' also comments on the US Government’s methods of rooting out Communist sympathisers in 1950s America, another era when people pointed fingers at others to save their own careers and reputations.

Arthur Miller wrote The Crucible over 50 years ago, but the play has uncomfortable resonances which still make it hugely relevant today.

September 2009

4 - 7 September

The New Inn Real Ale Festival - Part 2

The only Beer festival to come in two halves...

Combining a wide selection of real ales from across Britain with excellent food whilst listening to some great live music.

Four and five night packages are available for this event.

If you missed our Festival in the middle of May why not pop over and experience this unbeatable event.

5 - 19 September

St Ives September Festival

The St Ives September Festival is the cultural highlight of the year in St. Ives. Crowds flock to various venues around the town to be entertained by a number of musicians, poets, artists and visual performers.

Recent acts playing the September Festival have included 'Nerina Pallot', 'Show of Hands', 'Carthy Swarbrick' and 'Seth Lakeman', to name just a few. This year's confirmed gigs include 'Bellowhead' on 12th September at the Guildhall and 'Devil's Creek' the following night at The Lifeboat Inn.

If you are at all into the folk scene or just enjoy a darn good time, make sure you visit St. Ives at Festival time.

Come early though, as this event is extremely popular!

14 - 18 September

'THE MIKADO' at the Minack Theatre

CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY G. & S. SOCIETY present THE MIKADO by W. S. Gilbert and A. Sullivan at the Minack Theatre, Porthcurno on SEPTEMBER 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 at 8 pm and 16 & 18 at 2 pm.

Set in the Japanese town of Titipu and featuring an array of memorable characters including a wand’ring minstrel, three little maids and a high executioner faced with cutting off his own head, this most-famous of Gilbert and Sullivan’s operas is sure to delight and entertain audiences of all ages.

19 - 20 September

'PROMS AT THE MINACK' at the Minack Theatre, Porthcurno

MOUNT CHARLES BAND present PROMS AT THE MINACK with guest soloist Cheryl Brendish, on Saturday SEPTEMBER 19th at 7.30pm and Sunday SEPTEMBER 20th at 2.00pm and 7.30 pm.

Bring your flags, hooters and whistles and join in the fun.

The traditional 'Last Night of the Proms' atmosphere makes a great end to the season.

All Year

St Ives Farmer's Market - Every Thursday 9.30am - 3.00pm, The Backpackers, St Ives. Local and seasonal food and drink, including vegetables, fruit, meat, bread, cakes, cheese and more. For more information contact Tim on 01736 795387

Pendeen Farmer's Market - Every first and third Saturday of every month, indoors at the centre of Pendeen, 10am - 1pm. For more information contact Yvonne Bristow on 01736 788202