The Sussex Magic Circle - The object of the society is to promote and excel in the art of magic.
Lewes Cinema - Details of films screened at the All Saints Arts Centre, including annual film festival.
Lewes Live Literature - Organising events that bring together the spoken word, performance, creative writing workshops, music, film and visual art. Upcoming events and mailing list.
Folk at the Royal Oak - Biographies of resident artists, what's on guide, photo gallery, and contact details.
Lewes Operatic society - Amateur organisation promoting musical theatre in the local community. Information about the group and forthcoming show.
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-- Ralph Waldo Emerson Half of the American people never read a newspaper.
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'Tis better to have loved and lost
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Executive ability is deciding quickly and getting someone else to do the work.
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