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Mere Literary Festival 2002
Mere Literary Festival
2002
14th - 20th October 2002
Events
MONDAY 14th OCTOBER

Old Wiltshire on Film
A fascinating look at local history through archive film from 1908 onwards presented by rural media charity Trilith.
Grove Buildings - 7.30pm                                                                                               Retiring Collection
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TUESDAY 15th OCTOBER

A day on the Daily Telegraph by Sir John Keegan
A behind the scenes look at a great national newspapers by its eminent Defence Editor.
Grove Buildings - 7.30pm                                                                                              £5 inc. Wine/Coffee
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'Writing is Fun'
Matt Harvey leads a workshop for young people with the emphasis on enjoyment.
Mere Youth Club - 7.00pm                                                                                                                    FREE
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WEDNESDAY 16th OCTOBER

'Rex Sawyer' Little Imber on the Down
An illistrated talk by local auther and historian Rex Sawyer
Grove Buildings - 2.15pm                                                                                               Retiring Collection
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Literary Quiz
Quiz master David Jeffery from Vale FM
Lecture Hall - 7.30pm                                                                                 £1.25 per team member (max 4)
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THURSDAY 17th OCTOBER

Old Time Varity Show - The Woodlanders and Mere Amateur Dramatic Society Juniors
My Lords, Ladies and Gentlemen for your delight and delectation we present 'The Woodlanders' and Mere Amateur Dramatic Society Juniors.
Lecture Hall - 7.30pm                                                                                                 £5 inc. Refreshments
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FRIDAY 18th OCTOBER

The Secrets of Crime Writing
Whether cosy or hard-boiled, historical or modern, crime fiction in all its many forms exerts a fascination for readers of all tastes.
The Grove Buildings - 7.30pm                                                                                        £5 inc. Wine/Coffee
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SATURDAY 19th OCTOBER

Writers' Workshop with Pamela Cockerill
Grove Buildings - 2.00 - 5.00pm                                                                      FREE (Donations Welcome)
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Writers' Lunch with Pamela Cockerill
The Old Ship Hotel - 12.15pm                                                                          
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Children's Event - Harry Potter - The Sequel
Mere Library - 2.00 - 4.00pm                                                                                                                FREE
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The Sprat Jacket and Other Fishy Tales
Presented by Tim Laycock
Lecture Hall - 7.30pm                                                                                                                          £3.50
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SUNDAY 20th OCTOBER

Awards Ceremony
Lecture Hall - 3.00pm                                             Book Stalls                                                           FREE
The Mere Literary Festival is in aid of Mere & District Linkscheme - Registered Charity No. 1062328
Copyright: Simon Farnfield June 2003   Updated 29/06/03

 

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