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Classic car convoy to deliver Christmas cheer to Ipswich care homes

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Suffolk-based classic car restoration company Bridge Classic Cars is set to spread festive joy by delivering mince pies to four local care homes in a convoy of vintage vehicles this Thursday.

Why it matters: Following the success of last year's event, the initiative aims to combat loneliness and bring some joy and nostalgia to care home residents during the festive season.

Bridge Classic Cars Mince Pie Drive 2023
Last year's Bridge Classic Cars Mince Pie Drive was a huge successBridge Classic Cars

The details:

  • Bridge Classic Cars will embark on their second annual Mince Pie Drive on Friday 5 December

  • The convoy will visit four care homes: Henley House, The Willows, Silver Birch, and Haughgate House

  • A special display will be held at Christchurch Mansion between 12:00 and 13:00

  • The team will distribute mince pies to staff and residents at each location

What they're saying: "It's such a special thing to be a part of," says Molly Harmer, Bridge Classic Cars presenter. "Seeing people's faces light up when the cars arrive or when they take a bite of a mince pie - it's a reminder of how important little acts of kindness can be."

The big picture: The Mince Pie Drive is part of a broader initiative to encourage community kindness throughout the year, not just during the Christmas season.

The bottom line: The festive initiative combines classic cars and Christmas treats to bring joy to care home residents, building on the success of last year's event.

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Ipswich Regent and Corn Exchange announce star-studded spring entertainment lineup

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The Ipswich Regent Theatre and Corn Exchange have unveiled their spring season programme, featuring top comedians Jimmy Carr and Jack Dee alongside Strictly Come Dancing stars and music tributes.

The big picture: The spring season spans multiple entertainment genres, bringing a variety of performances to Ipswich:

  • Eight major comedy shows running from February to April

  • Six Strictly Come Dancing professionals performing individual shows

  • Two classic opera productions

  • Multiple music tribute acts and performances

Regent Theatre and Corn Exchange spring lineup
Regent Theatre and Corn Exchange spring lineupIpswich Theatres

Key performances

Comedy:

  • Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There (20 February)

  • Jack Dee: Small World (27 February)

  • Chris McCausland: Yonks (18 March)

  • Mo Gilligan: In The Moment World Tour (22 March)

  • Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny (9 April)

  • Rob Beckett: Giraffe (15-16 April)

Dance:

  • Giovanni Pernice (21 March)

  • Amy Dowden and Carlos Gu (23 March)

  • Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez (28 March)

  • Nikita Kuzmin (19 April)

Music:

  • BOYZLIFE (26 January)

  • Big Girls Don't Cry (14 February)

  • The Darkness (6-7 March) - sold out

  • Rumours of Fleetwood Mac (23 April)

  • Illegal Eagles (25 April)

Opera:

  • Madama Butterfly (4 February)

  • La Bohème (27 March)

What they're saying: Councillor Jane Riley, Ipswich Borough Council Portfolio Holder for Culture and Customers, said: "We're thrilled to present an exciting new season of shows at the Ipswich Regent Theatre and Corn Exchange, which are designed to delight, inspire, and entertain."

The bottom line: All shows are now available to book through the Ipswich Theatres website, except for The Darkness performances which have sold out.

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