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Today we inducted a new member to the Rotary Club of Farnborough.

Peter Gardener, who is a director of resources at Rushmoor Bourough council.

He lives in Farnborough and has worked with the local council for over 36 years.

Peter is keen on water sports and enjoys water skiing in his spare time.

We warmly welcome Peter to the club.

He will serve on the community committee.

In the picture Peter Gardener (left) and President Sean Usher

Its been announced that the Picnic To Music In The Park, will take place on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th July 2011.

All proceeds are going to the Phyllis Tuckwell hospice in Farnham.

On the Saturday we will be entertained by PLATINUM…The Live ABBA tribute band, followed by KILLER QUEEN

On the Sunday, its a jazz evening with performances from Jacqui Dankworth and Kenny Ball and His Jazzmen.

Again two totally different entertainment nights in Farnborough.

More details from our website http://picnictomusicinthepark.co.uk/

You can get details of ticket sales, opening hours along with details about our sponsors who help to make this possible

Its more than 50 years since Farnborough’s first Donkey Derby

But…Farnborough’s 2011 Donkey Derby rolls into town on 30th May.

As usual it promises to be a great day out for young and old, in fact its always a great day out for all families.

Here is the basic information:

It will be held at King George Vth Field, Sycamore Road, Farnborough

Entry by programme: £1.50 (Adult) £1 (Child)

Organised by the Rotary Clubs of Farnborough, Rushmoor and Blackwater Valley

This is a very loose programme for 2011 which is subject to change.

12.00 Noon – Gates Open

12.45              Donkey Race 1
1.30    Baby Show (0-9months) – Registration from 1pm
1.30                Donkey Race 2
2.00    Children’s Entertainer – Magic Show
2.15                Donkey Race 3
2.30    Baby Show (10-18 months)  – Registration from 2pm
3.00                Donkey Race 4
3.30    Children’s Entertainer – Punch and Judy
3.45                Donkey Race 5
4.25    Prize draw (complete form at back of programme)
4.35                Donkey Race 6
5.30                Close

There will be stage performances as well..