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Tonight, Lola Lasagne celebrates twenty five years in the business – and is still kicking arse!

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Spend an evening with Lola Lasagne to celebrate her 25 years in show business on Wednesday, June 11 at Charles Street from 9pm.

Lola Lasagne

It seems like only yesterday that a young slim man first donned a wig and heels and took to the stage as Lola Lasagne, but this year is the Brighton’s Belle’s 25th year in the business.

We couldn’t let this landmark in the showbiz world go by without a celebration, so come and join Lola and Friends on Wednesday, June 11 for an evening of song, laughter and a few surprises.

She remains the Queen of the Pride cabaret tent, the Golden Handbag Awards and much, much more,

Arrangement are top secret, so we can’t let too much out the drag bag, but it all starts at 9pm on Wednesday, June 11 2014 at Charles Street Bar.

Do drop by to join in the fun and raise a glass to a true Brighton starlet!

 

MP claims Hove loses out to Brighton on large public works projects

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Mike Weatherley MP is concerned that Hove is losing out to Brighton over allocation of funding.

Mike Weatherley, MP
Mike Weatherley, MP for Hove and Portslade

Mike Weatherley, the Conservative MP for Hove and Portslade, has raised concerns over the allocation of funding in Brighton & Hove, which he believes is not apportioned fairly, especially when it comes to large public works projects.

He recently wrote to the Chief Executive of Brighton & Hove City Council, Penny Thompson, to highlight his concerns about the dearth of large projects taking place in Hove and enquired what percentage of Council Tax revenue collected is raised from residents of Hove and Portslade.

Brighton & Hove City Council’s response highlighted that, once adjusted, just under 40% of Council Tax revenue comes from Hove and Portslade, but few public works projects could be named that actually took place in Mike’s constituency.

Projects Mike cited in his letter that had been completed included: New Road; Jubilee Library; London Road; The Level; Seven Dials; Seafront arches; i360; Eastern Road; Lewes Road; Brighton Station; Valley Gardens; and East Street. He has been particularly disappointed with the slow progress of the King Alfred redevelopment.

Mike said: “Brighton & Hove is a wonderful city, but as the champion of Hove and Portslade, I am concerned that funding for our part of the city has fallen short. Brighton has benefitted from a large number of expensive projects over the years, often funded in some part by the council. Residents often get in touch to complain that Hove and Portslade are missing out and so I wanted to convey to Brighton & Hove City Council that this has not gone unnoticed.”

Three days left to vote in Golden Handbags

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On-line voting in this years Golden Handbag Awards closes on Friday June 13 at midnight.

Golden Handbags 2014On line votes cast have exceeded 2013 totals and this years postal vote is huge.

Closest categories as of 9am on Wednesday June 11 are Favourite gay club,  Favourite business non licensed, Favourite Sunday Lunch, Favourite large bar and both categories of Favourite entertainers where just a matter of a few votes separate the top three positions.

The Golden Handbag Awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, June 22 at the Metropole Hilton Hotel on Brighton seafront. Doors will open at 6.30pm for a 7.30pm start.

All VIP tables have been sold. Tickets priced at £20 each are still available on the the public tables and can be obtained in person from Prowler in St James Street. Prowler don’t charge a service fee for this service and all payments must be settled in cash. These tickets are not reserved and are allocated on a first come first served basis on the public tables on the night.

La Voix
La Voix

Artists appearing this year include “La Voix” and her dancers who made the semi finals of Brighton’s Got Talent, that naughty drag queen with the wicked tongue Lucinda Lashes and crooner extraordinare Jason Lee. The evening will be hosted by Lola Lasagne.

To vote, CLICK HERE:

Remember after voting you will receive your verification email 24 hours later.

What: The Golden Handbags Awards

Where: Brighton Metropole Hotel, King Road, Brighton

When: Sunday, June 22

Time: Doors open 6.30 for 7.30pm start.

Tickets: £20 (cash only) available from Prowler St Street James Street. (No tickets available on the door on the night)

Leeds Rhinos player banned for homophobic abuse

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An independent tribunal has imposed a 5-match suspension on Leeds Rhinos player Zak Hardaker.

Zak Hardaker
Zak Hardaker

He was found guilty of the Grade E charge of using verbal abuse based on sexual preference (homophobic abuse) in a First Utility Super League match against Warrington Wolves at The Halliwell Jones Stadium on Friday May 30.

Hardaker pleaded guilty to the offence but denied aiming his remarks at a match official and claimed he was unaware of the connotations of his remarks.

The tribunal accepted that the player is not homophobic but were satisfied that the remarks were made to the match official.

In handing down a five-match ban and £300 fine, the tribunal took into consideration the player’s contrition, his guilty plea and evidence that he is undertaking voluntary work within the LGBT community.

 

Labour launch free 24/7 cash machine campaign

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A campaign to get residents free around the clock access to their cash has launched in Moulsecoomb and Bevendean.

Nancy Platts

At the moment many people living in Moulescoombe and Bevendean have to pay to withdraw money even though the areas have high deprivation.

Nancy Platts, Labour’s parliamentary candidate for Kemptown and Peacehaven wants to see a charge-free cash machine installed so people do not have to pay fees to access their money.

Nancy and Labour councillors were joined by a walking cash machine at the launch to highlight the lack of facilities.

Nancy Platts
Nancy Platts

Nancy, said: “The lack of free access to cash is hitting the poorest hardest.

“Many people are struggling to make ends meet and every penny counts, a 24-hour free cash machine would put much needed money back in people’s pockets.”

To support the campaign, CLICK HERE: 

 

 

Brighthelm celebrates volunteer week

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The Brighthelm centre held a volunteer celebration tea party on June 5, to thank Brighthelm volunteers for all of their hard work and dedication over the years.

Silver Strings
Silver Strings

All the volunteers enjoyed a hot drink and cake from the Helm Cafe which is situated within the Brighthelm centre.

Entertainment was provided by 3 cellists from Silver Strings, a music session for older people which is supported by the Brighthelm Grant Scheme. The Cellists performed two beautiful pieces followed by a sing-along number for all the volunteers to join in with.

Volunteers were then given the chance to try their hand at playing the cello.

Brighthelm centre relies heavily on the help of volunteers and is always recruiting new people, especially those who are looking to use volunteering to gain new skills and stay active in the day to maintain health and well-being or head back towards paid employment.

Volunteers are involved in the general housekeeping of the centre as well as the garden, cafe, preschool and reception!

To join the team of volunteers at Brighthelm, EMAIL:  

Or telephone: 01273 964226

 

New Trustee for Sussex Beacon

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David Fray has been appointed as a new trustee at The Sussex Beacon.

David Fray
David Fray

David is a long-term supporter and volunteer of The Sussex Beacon charity and is also editor of The Voice, the organisations service user magazine.

He will be joining an established Trustee board at The Sussex Beacon who are ultimately responsible for the administration and management of the charity. Together, the Trustees provide leadership for the organisation and ensure that the charity is fulfilling its charitable aims. The role is voluntary and unpaid.

Simon Burgess
Simon Burgess

Simon Burgess, Chairman of the board at The Sussex Beacon says: “We are delighted to have David Fray joining the board of Trustees. He understands the services that we deliver as a charity and knows the local community well. He will be a great advocate for The Sussex Beacon”.

The Sussex Beacon charity offers specialist care and support for men, women and families affected by HIV. Open 365 days a year, they help people manage the everyday realities of living with this life-long condition that has no cure. Their Inpatient and Outpatient services help people living with HIV related illnesses, initiating new drug therapies, or supporting those struggling with extreme side effects of HIV medication. The Sussex Beacon supports the whole person by addressing the physical, psychological and social impact of HIV.

For more information about the Sussex Beacon, CLICK HERE:

 

 

 

 

Wheelchair rugby is to make its first appearance at this year’s TAKEPART sport festival

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The most exciting event of the London 2012 Paralympics, wheelchair rugby is coming to this year’s TAKEPART sport and physical activity festival in Brighton on June 21.

Wheelchair Rugby

Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby (GBWR) and Brighton & Hove City Council are teaming up to bring wheelchair rugby to Brighton, with a series of taster sessions at TAKEPART.

This will be the first year GBWR will be involved in the festival and are hoping to introduce Wheelchair Rugby to as many disabled people in the city, with a further three sessions being held at Moulsecoomb Leisure Centre, Moulsecoomb Way, Brighton BN2 4PB on July, the 3,9 and 23 from 1-3pm.

Wheelchair rugby will be part of the Amazing Activates at the festival at the Amazing Zone alongside events such as judo, wheelchair football, sound tennis for the visually impaired and many more.

Paul Arnold, GBWR Regional Development officer said: “It is a really exciting opportunity for us to work with the Sports Development Team at Brighton & Hove City Council to bring Wheelchair Rugby to Brighton.

If the sessions are successful we really hope we can look at starting a new local club, especially as the nearest existing club is either in Southampton or Canterbury.”

Cllr Geoffrey Bowden

Councillor Geoffrey Bowden, chair of Brighton & Hove City Council’s Economic Development and Culture Committee, added: “One of the lasting legacies of the London Games was the performances by our medal-winning Paralympians.

“Being able to provide wheel chair rugby as a taster activity in the Take Part Festival will be an eye-catching event designed to inspire young people, who I hope will want to get involved.

“Whether you are able-bodied or disabled there is wide variety of events during the festival and we encourage everyone to get involved.”

 

Woof woof woof!

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Vanilla Bar Manchester are hosting the inaugural Cruffs and Poofs Doggie Do on Sunday June 29.

Gay Dog Show

Commencing at 4pm, this fun and free event promises to be a fantastic day out for doggie lovers and their admirers.

Who will win the ‘Fur Baby Cup’?

Has your pup got what it takes?

The event will be hosted by Louise Twomey AKA ‘Fanny the Nun’ with celebrity guest judge Rowetta. This event promises to be barking mad!

Music will be supplied by Vanilla Bar who are offering drink deals throughout the day. There will be outside seating and gay themed stalls, as well as finger foods, homemade cakes, cream teas and veggie treats on offer.

Doggie apparel by Gourmet Pooch will be on hand to browse and purchase, as organisers aim to raise £1000 for Manchester Dogs home.

A warm welcome is extended to to all members of PUG mania, so,  get out the nail clippers, fluff up the fur and let your pooches off their leash for one night!

What: Cruffs & Puffs Dog Show

Where: Vanilla Bar, 39-41 Richmond St, Manchester M1 3WB

When: Sunday, June 29

Time: 4pm

 

PREVIEW: Shakespeare in the Park

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Shakespeare in the Park returns to the Royal Spa, Queen’s Park in Brighton with a performance of Macbeth on Sunday, July 6 at 7.30pm.

Shakespeare in the Park
Shakespeare in the Park

Performed by Illyria Open Air Theatre, the cast includes aspiring young actor Beau Jeavons-Whitewill as Macduff, and is directed by Oliver Gray.

This “blood soaked tragedy of vaulting ambition” is suitable for all the family.

Attendees are asked to take their own seating/rugs, warm clothes, picnics and drinks.

Event: Macbeth

Where: Royal Spa, Queen’s Park, BN2 0BT

When: Sunday, July 6

Time: at 7.30pm

Tickets: £12.50, £6.50 children (under 16)

To book call the Brighton Dome Ticket Office on 01273 709 709.

Or CLICK HERE: 

Tickets will also be available on the door.

 

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