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Sunshine, social satire and Persuasion: our April Book Club meets to discuss Jane Austen
"Persuasion", Jane Austen's last complete novel, was the subject of April's Book Club discussion.
4 days ago


Moulin Rouge: spectacle and substance at Film Group
At our most recent Film Club, we were treated to Baz Lurhmann’s 2001 musical romantic drama Moulin Rouge! . The discussion was introduced with great passion and insight by Bill Martin. Indeed, his introduction was so rich and thought-provoking that I won’t even attempt to summarise it—instead, his notes are here for those who would like to explore his ideas in full. What followed was a lively and wide-ranging discussion, reflecting just how much this dazzling and divisive fi
5 days ago


The joy of Cambridge coffee: independent gems worth discovering
Cambridge's independent coffee shops offer a welcome alternative to the high street chains. Lorna, Mark and Lyndsay suggest a few places you might want to try.
Apr 8


Quiz nights and Easter delights at Riverside
Our quiz night and Good Friday coffee morning have made it a wonderfully social start to spring at Riverside.
Apr 6


"In Bruges": murder and mayhem at Film Group
The latest offering at Film Group was "In Bruges", the 2008 black comedy/crime thriller staring Brendan Gleeson, Colin O'Farrell and Ralph Fiennes.
Mar 26
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