< Previousnew year for Lincolnshire InternationalChamber Music Festival – the celebrationof chamber music in multiple venuesacross the county. It will honour the200th anniversary of Jane Austen’s deathwith a concert featuring music she knewand loved. The anniversary of the Battleof Lincoln Fair is marked as weacknowledge our long and historiedrelationship with the French, with severalrecitals featuring music written by Britishand French composers. Then there’s thelist of guest artists arriving in the countyto impress locals with their talents. Formore information, visitwww.licmf.org.uk. LouthThursday 3 – Saturday 5AugustDirty Rotten Scoundrels,Louth Playgoers RiverheadTheatreBased on the popular 1988 film, thestory follows two con men, a beautifulwoman and the elite of the French80 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYWHAT’S ONRivera colliding in a sexy and irreverentfarce. The Playgoers have taken on thepopular comedy as their annual summerworkshop production. The musical willbe performed three times, so there’s noexcuse to miss out. For moreinformation, visitwww.louthplaygoers.com.Horncastle Saturday 5 AugustJoe Fest 2017, StourtonEstates What began as an 18th birthday partyin the back garden has quickly growninto a fully-fledged indie music festival.This year’s line-up boasts local artists aswell as talent from further afield.Headlining is Krrum, a Leeds-based bandwho blend everything from pop,electronic indie, dance beats and heavysynth-bass into a compelling melting pot.There’ll almost be indie soloists, folk andskiffle, singer songwriters and electronica.For more information, visitwww.joefest.co.uk. CleethorpesSaturday 15 JulyUB40 in concert,MeridianShowground UB40 are set to bring theiriconic blend of roots, reggaeand pop to Cleethorpes,where fans will turn out intheir hundreds. Supported byspecial guests All Saints andRight Said Fred, theBirmingham-bunch will be ahighlight of the county’ssummer circuit. For moreinformation, call 0871 2200260.LincolnSaturday 12 August Pistons in the Park,Lincolnshire Showground Presented by Lincolnshire MotorFestival and headline sponsored byDuckworth Jaguar Land Rover, Pistons inthe Park is a new event coming to theLincolnshire Showground this summer.This family friendly event is set to be thebiggest motoring festival in the county,with an eclectic mix of the icons oftransport from across the generations willbe on display and much, much more. Formore information,www.pistonsinthepark.co.uk.GrainthorpeSaturday 26 – Monday 28AugustGrainthorpe Festival of Arts,Grainthorpe Village Hall andTithe Farm This celebration of the arts is a three82 Á78-82_Layout 1 20/06/2017 11:50 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRETODAY81WHAT’S ON1940s WEEKENDSat 12th & Sun 13th August10.30am-4pm Free entryThere’ll be lots goingon for all, so comealong and join us!For all the latestannouncements & newsAYSCOUGHFEEstwswwstTel: 01775 764555 Email: museum@sholland.gov.uk www.ayscoughfee.orgAyscoughfee Hall, Churchgate, Spalding. PE11 2RAJOIN US ON SUNDAY FORTHE ANNUAL VJ DAYREMEMBRANCE PARADE FROM2.30PM IN THE PEACE GARDENMEMORABILIA DISPLAYS,DEMONSTRATIONS, PERIOD VEHICLES,STALLS, RE-ENACTORS, REFRESHMENTS,DANCING AND SINGER ON BOTH DAYS. WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOU IN 1940SSTYLE!BBMF FLYPASTON BOTH DAYSSavemoney andbook yourtickets onlinenowwww.revesby-country-fair.co.ukSunday 6th August 2017HHGreat day out forall the family!Revesby Park,near HorncastleMarket RasenSaturday 19 August Kaiser Chiefs in Concert, MarketRasen Racecourse Kaiser Chiefs, the Brit Award boasting, multimillionselling rock outfit, are this summer’s Market RasenRacecourse headliners. The band have earned theirsixth top ten album with Stay Togetheras theyembark on a UK wide arena tour, as well as dates atmajor festivals in Europe and beyond. For moreinformation, visitwww.marketrasen.thejockeyclub.co.uk.78-82_Layout 1 20/06/2017 11:50 Page 482 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYWHAT’S ONday event encompassing the sale ofpaintings and crafts. The artwork will bedisplayed in the Village Hall and the craftswill be on sale at Tithe Farm.Refreshments will also be available at thecafé in the Village Hall. For moreinformation, emailGrainthorpe@btinternet.com. LincolnSaturday 2 SeptemberCheese Fest, The Engine ShedThis September, join Cheese Fest UKfor the first time in Lincoln. Experiencesome of the cheesiest cheeses in theworld with melted raclette, cheesewheels, gooey mozzarella stick’s and awhole host of cheesetastic tastes from theUK’s best cheese traders. From traditionalcheeses to mozzarella sticks, halloumifriends and the most amazing mac andcheese. Expect to learn about all types ofcheese, wines and the best beers that goalong with those cheeses at a day thatwill melt you into a deep love of allthings cheese. For more information, visitwww.cheesefestuk.com/lincoln. LincolnFriday 11 – Saturday 12August Gin Festival Lincoln, TheEngine ShedThe UK’s biggest gin extravaganza ismaking its way to Lincoln for the first timeand brings with them over 100 differenttipples. This also includes gins that can’t beseen anywhere else. There will also be ginmaster classes and the opportunity to meetdistillers in person. Add to that a cocktailbar, live music and food and you’ve got anutterly spiffing day. Strictly over eighteensonly. For more information, visitwww.ginfestival.com.Lincoln Friday 25 – Monday 28 AugustAsylum Steampunk Festival, Bailgate and SteepHillThe annual event celebrates a steam powered world in the late19th century and attracts visitors from all over the world. Over theAugust Bank Holiday weekend, the biggest Steampunk festival inEurope will arrive in Lincoln, hosting a full convention-style dayprogramme with a fringe style programme of art, literature, music,fashion, comedy and simple good fun. The bazaar eclectica willarrive in Castle Square to bring a Steampunk market to the city, freeto the public, and other events throughout the weekend are openfor all to enjoy with a festival wristband including stalls and activitiesin Lincoln Castle. There’s no need to dress up to join in the fun andyou can be sure of a warm welcome throughout the whole festivalfrom the friendly Steampunk community.. For more information,visit www.asylumsteampunk.co.uk. © Shutterstock / Rimma Bondarenko 78-82_Layout 1 20/06/2017 11:50 Page 5LINCOLNSHIRETODAY83HECKINGTON SHOWOne part of Lincolnshire is celebrating a very specialanniversary this summer as the quiet village ofHeckington busies itself preparing for its 150th villageshow. A milestone in its own right, but truly remarkablewhen you realise in that century and a half it has grownto become Britain’s biggest village show.The show retains many original Victorian features –Shire horses and the flower show come to mind – butthe enthusiasm and energy of the show committee andthe wider community have driven the show forward to offer afabulous country day out for all.Around 35,000 people a year are drawn by the special blendof village show charm and county show quality and this year’scelebration show promises to be extra special. The Main Ringsees not one but two star attractions. Sunday features the BigPete Monster Truck. The Saturday programme has the J C BallsDigger Dance supported by Ye Olde Redtail Falconry and theRed Devils Parachute Team and continues with the usualstunning firework Concert. 2017 features tribute band Queen II– the chance for everyone to join the birthday party. The excitement spreads far beyond the main ring with trade-stands bringing together international brands such as Joules,Land Rover and John Deere with local groups such as HeckingtonGuides & Scouts and St Andrews Church Tea Tent – home-madecakes served with delightfully vintage style. Taking part alsomeans Lincolnshire farmers can see how their breeds shape upagainst the best of the rest and brings to the show competitorsand judges, dog lovers, rabbit enthusiasts, antique collectors,talented craftsmen and a quite incredible mix of living historydisplays that make up our Heritage Zone. This is another areathat exemplifies the continuous innovation that makes it such awonderful weekend –try out life as a Roman or Viking soldier,meet suffragettes and mint coins to pick just a few options. Other more recent and equally enjoyable corners of the showinclude a food court promoting the best of Lincolnshire produceand a larger than ever Activity Zone all included in the ticketprice of only £10 day (adults) and £4 for under 18’s. For more information, and to book tickets, visitwww.heckingtonshow.org.uk.Heckington Show150 years in the making83_Layout 1 20/06/2017 10:29 Page 184 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYSUDOKUcompetitionClosing date for entries is: 20th JULY 2017To 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 solutionJ2U6NJ2A9N471586923856293417239741658642357891583419276917862345765928134124635789398174562AriesMar 21 - Apr 20 A new lover could soon appear on the horizonthat is far more in tune with your needs anddesires than anyone you have previously beeninvolved with. You may be tempted to neglecta task or chore that is really your responsibility. TaurusApr 21 - May 21 You will learn something to your benefit overthe next few days. Events at work could spiralout of control with emotions running over thetop. However, you will find a ridiculous way ofmanipulating things to work your way givingyou a greater advantage than your opponents. GeminiMay 22 - June 21 Looks as though you may ‘call it a day’regarding a personal relationship, Probablybecause you realise that you are wasting yourtime and better off spending time with peopleyou appreciate your kindness rather thantaking your friendship for granted. CancerJun 22 - Jul 23 You insist that you are a private person yet youhave not been as discreet as you ought. Gossipand speculation is rife because you have notkept your lips sealed. A battle of wills will takeplace between you and a partner. LeoJul 24 - Aug 23 A long term friendship could hit the rocks. Ifyou refuse to communicate sensibly and listento the other person’s point of view you couldlose a valuable friendship. At work you will sayjust the right thing and it could result in apromotion or recognition of some kind. VirgoAug 24 - Sep 23 A battle of wits between yourself andsomeone you respect could end up in a catfight. A triangle of love may commence if youdon’t take control of a situation and put yourfoot down once and for all. Someone youknow well may ask you for financial help butnot in a position to repay you straight away. LibraSep 24 - Oct 23 You are making a big deal out of things that arenot important. Why are you giving someonecredit where it is not due? Perhaps you areprotesting too much about your feelings for alover in an effort to convince yourself that he orshe is the right person for you? Interestingly, noone else is listening any more. ScorpioOct 24 - Nov 22 Someone you know well will annoy youimmensely. Perhaps they are asking too muchof you. You are not good at small talk andprefer to stick to the facts. As always you willspeak your mind, refusing to humour anyonewho prefers to remain deluded. SagittariusNov 23 - Dec 21 Old photographs and childhood memoriescould evoke emotions that you find difficult todeal with. You may feel vulnerable becausethere is no one else left to share them with orwho understands how you feel. You are intenton making the future a happier place to be ineven if it means going it alone.CapricornDec 22 - Jan 20 A chance meeting with someone new couldLincolnshire Today’s guide to theastro month ahead...Astrology by Linda Lancashire0776 4466381www.lindalancashire.co.ukteresastanley1@btinternet.co.uklead to a short romantic fling, or in somecases, an affair that will prove emotional andfull of ups and downs. If you are currentlycommunicating with someone on the internet,a meeting arranged soon may well result inyou both finding true happiness and longlasting love. AquariusJan 21 - Feb 19 Just about everyone around you either isn’twell in themselves or feeling too happy.Although you worry about loved ones, all youcan do is be at the end of a telephone. Youmay experience clash between you and aneighbour, or someone you employ to do ajob of work could skimp on essentials yetcharge you full price. PiscesFeb 20 - Mar 20 A point of no return has already been andgone between you and either a lover or closefriend. Play the patience game because youare about to learn more and will realise thatyou have been taken for a fool in the past, butall this is now about to change. Family matterswill reach a head with you in the driving seatrevealing previously unspoken truths. yourstars85963472126397148574128536993546217867219854341875369232654981759481723618732695484_Layout 1 20/06/2017 10:30 Page 1We’re looking for those with azest for life to joinLincolnshire Today’s sales team!You don’t have to be an adrenalin junkieto work here but it helps…Contact Michael Fisher on 01472 310305PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/AUREMARLINCOLNSHIRETODAY85classifiedHoliday Villa RentalTo advertise your services call Angela Cooper atLincolnshire Today on01472 310310MotorsBritish ClassicsHeritage MotorsParts 1948 to dateRetail Trade ExportSpecial ProjectsRestorationsManufacturing ModificationsCountry Workshops Risegate,Nr Spalding, Lincs, PE11 4EZClassic LandroversTel/Fax 01775 750223www.british4x4centre.co.ukVendingEventsPhotographyStuart Wilde Photography LtdThe best photography is about much more thantaking a picture. 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Prices start from only £99 per day For more information visitwww.playaflamencavilla.co.uk 85_Layout 1 20/06/2017 10:30 Page 1Onlinethis month...Framework, which supports thousands of peopleevery year from across the East Midlands, isencouraging locals to think different aboutvolunteering. It runs a professional volunteering service thatenables people from a wide range of backgrounds tocontribute positively to their communities, explorenew opportunities and develop new, life-enhancingskills.It has launched a new campaign asking people tothink more deeply about what it means to volunteer –specifically about the many benefits it can bring themas individuals.Framework is currently working with more than 160volunteers in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire.The charity is currently seeking to attract morevolunteers in a variety of roles, and is able to offer –from befrienders and mentors, to skills tutors andadministrative workers.Keep an eye out for more stories online. That’s it from this month’s issue, but don’t forget the printed magazine is only part of what we offerat Lincolnshire Today! There’s all the latest news online at www.lincolnshiretoday.net, updatedthroughout the month, we’re on Twitter and Facebook, and you’ll see our reporters and cameras atevents across the county.LTonline86 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYStay in touch withLincolnshire TodayWe love to know what you think of Lincolnshire Today – so get in touch with us via Twitter at@lincstoday or search for us on Facebook. Find out what’s coming up in future issues and keepup to date with the latest Lincolnshire news!Don’t miss August’s Lincolnshire Today which, even if the weather doesn’t oblige, will be hotstuff! Watch out for our popular fashion pages, with the latest designs from Lincolnshire’s topretailers – and of course there’ll also be all your favourite regular features! Watch out for it innewsagents and supermarkets across Lincolnshire by the end of July – or onwww.lincolnshiretoday.net. Don’t forget we’re at plenty of this summer’s county shows too!LincolnshireToday@lincstodaylincolnshiretoday.netEach month, we invite a leadingfigure to offer their perspectiveon what they love aboutLincolnshire. This month David Thorpe,Development Manager for theFederation of Small Businesses(FSB) in the Greater Lincolnshire& Peterborough Region, sharessome of the things that makeLincolnshire, one of the UK’sbiggest counties, so special forhim.Originally from Spalding and now living in Lincoln, I’ve spent most ofmy working life in Lincolnshire. It is a lovely place to live and work andis also a great place to do business. Big skies and wide horizons does sound like a tourism marketingpitch but it is the case here and adds to the unique nature of theCountyMy work with the FSB these days certainly keeps me busy, but myrole in working for the UK’s leading business organisation includesmedia, policy, events and joint working with local partners andstakeholders, plus acting as the main point of contact for memberqueries that are beyond the scope of the national customer serviceshelpline. So, I’m pleased to say, I get to meet an enormous crosssection of Lincolnshire’s businesses. David’s background was in Commercial Banking with HSBC,followed by tours of duty in the business support arena so he is wellversed in ensuring that businesses take advantage of the supportschemes that are available to encourage business growth. 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