Issue 22 - Summer 2016

On Your Jollies
Summer Show...
Oxjam Lincoln 2016 returns for the team’s
third consecutive year fundraising for
Oxfam through multiple music events in
the heart of Lincoln.
The team raised in excess of £1,800 last year through 12
music events during August-October and this success
saw the team finish third place out of over 350 gig
makers nationwide. This success shows the amount of
work, energy and passion the small team of volunteers
contribute but also the kindness and generosity of those
who have attended their events.
Oxjam Ann, the coordinator for Oxjam Lincoln explains:
“We were over the moon to find out we have been so
successful and have the recognition from Oxfam. More
importantly the donations and support we received from
our performers, our audiences and our host venues. I
think credit has to be paid to small team of volunteers,
without them we wouldn’t be able to put our events
on with continued success. We are recruiting for
volunteers for this year to continue the passion to make
a difference for the global community as well as highlight
the great music locally.”
Oxjam Lincoln 2016 focuses their efforts on 5 events
this year, and this year marks the 10th year of Oxjam
Music Festival. Their first event is Oxjam on Your Jollies
Summer Show on 13th August which is an all day and
night event at the Jolly Brewer.
On Your Jollies Summer Show is a family show, and is a
special all day and night music extravagance which will
take place on Saturday 13th August at the Jolly Brewer,
between 3-11pm in the Beer Garden and is free entry.
The event will be a showcase the best of local musicians
and original material and a wide range of musical
genres ranging from pop, indie, rock, folk, country and
rockabilly, as well as a touch of African Drumming to
kick the day off! Acts confirmed to perform are: Georgie
Hanson, The Procrastinators, Tyrants, 13 Women,
The Ocean Hounds, 41 Ford and Falling Lights.
There will also be face painting and henna during the
day, as well as a special guest appearance of Nautical
Nelly courtesy of Once upon a Party, this will be a
special meet and greet opportunity between 3.30-
4.30pm which the
little ones will enjoy.
So come join our
swashbuckling fun
and have a dance
in the Beer Garden,
all are welcome,
enjoy the music
and soak up the
sun! Refreshments
and food will be
available throughout
the day.
ENTERTAINMENT
Oxjam Lincoln
There will be a raffle
during the event with
all funds going towards
Oxfam, all donations are
gratefully welcome as
with every £1 donated
- 84p directly goes into
Oxfam’s emergency aid
and campaign work by
Oxfam.
This year to reflect Oxfam’s campaign work, the
team are emphasising and raising the awareness of
Girl Power and equality for all with their all girl gig
on the 14th October and this event will take place
at The Scene.
Oxjam Ann, the coordinator for Oxjam Lincoln
explains: “The idea of ‘GIRL POWER! Sing Out
Sisters!’ began as a cheeky wink to the anniversary
of the Spice Girls this year, but everyone knows
the story of Malala Yousafzai and her influence to
empower other women to stand up for their rights
and equality. The work of Oxfam is to make sure
women have the chance to learn or build their skills
to start their own businesses in order to provide for
their family and better themselves.”
The Jolly Brewer will further host ROXJAM 3 on
Saturday 10th September; the remaining events
include ‘Oxjam Cabaret’ at Madame Waffle on 30th
September, ‘GIRL POWER! Sing Out Sisters!’ at
The Scene on 14th October and ‘Roar Liquor 2’ at
Liquor on 15th October.
Oxjam Lincoln is looking for volunteers to help
at its events but also any local businesses who
wish to donate raffle prizes or help in terms of
sponsorship or funding or wish to engage with the
local community as Oxjam is very much about the
local community and welcome more people to get
involved and attend their events.
Facebook: Oxjam Lincoln 2016
E: ann_oxjamlincoln2014@outlook.com
www.mollysguide.co.uk
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