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South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
UFO conference among things to do in Newport this weekend
The UFO, Paranormal, and Spiritual Conference is set to return on Saturday, June 14, at the Grade II-listed West Usk Lighthouse in Newport, offering a day filled with networking, discussions, and talks. The UFO, Paranormal, and Spiritual Conference is set to return this weekend (Image: Supplied) The event starts at 8am with networking and check-ins, followed by talks from astrologer Chris Robbins and LaRae Wilkins on UFO disclosures and aliens. Other speakers include Alan Foster, who will share his experiences of spiritual sites, and Anita Davies, who will discuss past and future insights from the Akashic Records. A sky watch will conclude the day, with a firepit to keep attendees warm. Another event on Saturday is the 80s Day Disco, set to take place at Fire & Ice from 3pm to 8pm. The 80s Day Disco, set to take place at Fire & Ice on Saturday (Image: Supplied) This nostalgic party will feature the biggest disco anthems and synth-powered hits from the 80s, promising an evening of non-stop dancing and retro energy. Expect to hear music from artists like Michael Jackson, Madonna, and Prince. The organisers have said it will be a day to remember, "80s style." The Chicago Blues Brothers are also set to take the stage at the Riverfront Theatre on Saturday at 7.30pm. The Chicago Blues Brothers are performing at the Riverfront (Image: Supplied) The multi-award-winning show will feature audience favourites and showstoppers from their previous tours, alongside all the Blues Brothers classics. The organisers said: "We're not just putting on a show; we're throwing a party, and you're invited." Finally, on Sunday, June 15, Le Pub, on High Street, will host a Lord of the Rings-themed quiz night. A quiz for Lords of the Rings fans (Image: Supplied) Starting at 7.30pm, the quiz will be hosted by wood elf Ellie Chopping, with a cash prize for the winning team. There is a maximum of six people per team, and entry is £1 per person. Whether you're a fan of UFOs, 80s music, the Blues Brothers, or Lord of the Rings, there's plenty to keep you entertained in Newport this weekend.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Tolkien inspires naming of four peregrine falcons
Down the riders came, tearing down from the mountains of Mordor, through Rohan to the Shire - and there they found Frodo, Merry, Pippin and Sam. OK, it might not have gone exactly like that but those are the four names which have been chosen for the peregrine falcon chicks hatched this year at Leamington Town Hall. Warwickshire Wildlife Trust invited people to share their ideas for the three females and one male before putting them to a final vote (Sauron was barred from voting). More than 900 took part in the poll and the Lord of the Rings-themed names emerged victorious, named after JRR Tolkien's hobbits. Other suggestions included the sky and stars as well as names with connections to Leamington - but ultimately, the trust said, the Middle-Earth theme was a "clear favourite". A spokesperson added that the names were submitted by Natasha and Charmain and Charmain added: "The Lord of the Rings is a British classic and these four little ones will soon wander." A live video feed continues to monitor the peregrines' progress after the chicks hatched at the end of April, at the Grade II listed town hall. Follow BBC Coventry & Warwickshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram. Four peregrine falcon chicks hatch at town hall Peregrine falcon seen with first egg of 2025 Warwickshire Wildlife Trust
