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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Talk: 'Oxford in the History of Medicine'
DESCRIPTION:Lunchtime Talk: ‘Oxford in the History of Medicine’\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Lunchtime Talk: ‘Oxford in the History of Medicine’\n\n\n\n‘Oxford in the History of Medicine: Bright ideas\, discoveries and innovations through the ages’ \n\n\n\nOxford’s scientists\, medics and their patients have made some remarkable contributions to medical science down the ages\, particularly in the 17th\, 20th\, and 21st centuries. \n\n\n\nThey have refined scientific method\, investigated the anatomical workings of the body and the brain\, agonised over ethics\, revolutionised diagnosis\, theorised about both physical and mental health\, deliberated about how to deal with patients\, tested treatments and come up with cures and ways of preventing sickness in the first place. \n\n\n\nThis talk starts with a treacle well and a dragon and ends with some of the cutting-edge research undertaken today. \n\n\n\nComplimentary tea and coffee will be available to enjoy during the talk. We recommend arriving before the start of the talk if you would like to grab a refreshment. \n\n\n\nVictoria Bentata is an Oxford Green Badge Guide and member of the Oxford Guild of Tour Guides. She has an Oxford University degree in Modern Languages and an Oxford Brookes University MA in History. Her dissertation focused on the Inter Services Topographical Department at Manchester College\, Oxford during WWII. \n\n\n\nShe is the author of Oxford City Walks\, a book of 15 walks with guiding commentary\, and regularly leads specialist tours of Oxford\, including Oxford in the History of Medicine. See her website for more details. \n\n\n\nAccess  \n\n\n\nThere is step-free\, level entry access to the Town Hall via the entrance closest to Carfax Tower (to the left of the main steps as you face the Town Hall). Inside the Museum\, Museum Makers is accessible via a platform lift to the Galleries and then a lift to the basement. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease see important booking information below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBooking information\n\n\n\nTicket prices: \n\n\n\nFrom £6.00 \n\n\n\nTickets are subject to a non-refundable transaction fee of £1.21 and are available to purchase online or at the Museum shop. \n\n\n\nSales from tickets help support MOX’s work to deliver fun and accessible family activities\, community engagement projects\, school workshops\, exhibitions and special events for Oxford’s people in the Museum spaces. \n\n\n\nDates & times: \n\n\n\nSaturday 08 October 2025 at 1.00pm \n\n\n\nRunning time: \n\n\n\n1 hour \n\n\n\nGood to know: \n\n\n\nPlease be aware that photographs will be taken at this event for use in marketing. If you (or a member of your group) would prefer not to be photographed\, please let a member of staff know during the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Museum of Oxford\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nThe Museum of Oxford is the only museum dedicated to telling the story of Oxford and its people. Located inside the Oxford Town Hall\, it explores the city’s rich history beyond the university\, focusing on the lives\, industries\, and communities that have shaped Oxford over time. \n\n\n\nThe museum features interactive exhibits\, local artefacts\, and personal stories\, covering topics such as Oxford’s medieval origins\, its diverse communities\, and key moments in its development. It also hosts temporary exhibitions\, events\, and activities for all ages. \n\n\n\nDiscover more about the Museum of Oxford.
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SUMMARY:Grace & Gravity Summer Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Wellbeing and Supporting Papyrus Young Suicide Prevention \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGrace & Gravity Summer Festival 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Grace & Gravity Summer Festival\n\n\n\nCelebrate the longest day at the Grace & Gravity Summer Festival at Howbery Park in Crowmarsh Gifford near Wallingford. \n\n\n\nThis vibrant\, free\, family-friendly event brings together wellbeing\, aerial arts\, and community spirit on 21 June 2025\, at Howbery Park whilst raising awareness for young suicide prevention. \n\n\n\n“I started Grace & Gravity with the belief that movement and community are powerful tools for feeling good\,” says Yasmin\, founder of Grace & Gravity.  \n\n\n\n“This festival embodies that vision\, offering the ‘Grace & Gravity magic’ of Yoga\, Aerial Arts & Wellbeing to help you feel great\, whilst supporting PAPYRUS and connecting with the South Oxfordshire community.” \n\n\n\nThe festival offers diverse activities for all ages. Rejuvenate with open-air yoga sessions and witness spectacular aerial performances from our Flying Kids Club. Adults and children can even try circus skills like Aerial Hoop\, Acro Yoga\, and Aerial Yoga!  \n\n\n\nBeyond aerial fun\, little adventurers can explore Howbery Park with the “Wild Child” checklist\, discovering hidden treasures in Howbery Park’s natural landscape. Families can also enjoy mindful colouring and contribute to a giant collaborative art piece. \n\n\n\nSupport local businesses at the curated “Indie Stalls\,” showcasing Oxfordshire’s best. Here you’ll find beautiful gifts\, yummy food and so much more. Enhance your festival experience with exciting paid activities from some stallholders\, such as SUP adventures and invigorating wild swimming. \n\n\n\nGrace & Gravity proudly partners with PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide\, with a charity raffle raising vital funds and awareness. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a day of fun\, wellbeing and connection! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing information
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SUMMARY:A Group Sound Journey: Embracing Change
DESCRIPTION:A Group Sound Journey: Embracing Change\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout A Group Sound Journey: Embracing Change\n\n\n\nJoin visiting Sound Therapist and Gong Master Rob Sykes for a special one-off 90-minute group sound journey on Friday 15 November at St Hugh’s RC Church\, Woodstock. \n\n\n\nThe theme for the journey is Embracing Change\, a topic that will surely resonate with many. \n\n\n\nUtilizing voice and drum\, Tibetan singing bowls\, quartz crystal bowls and gongs\, Rob will expertly guide you into a state of deep relaxation\, a place that transcends the confines of the mind. Think of it as a concert for the soul. \n\n\n\nSound Therapy can assist with a wide range of issues\, as its primary objective is to restore a healthy equilibrium to both the mind and body and enhance overall wellbeing\, regardless of the specific concern. \n\n\n\nBenefits include: \n\n\n\n\nRejuvenation of the body\n\n\n\nImproved sleep\n\n\n\nReducing stress and anxiety\n\n\n\nPain relief
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