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  • Ladies Loving MixingOut – A Fun Way of Meeting People

    We’ve mentioned before about why women only events are such a big hit here at MixingOut. Sometimes it’s tricky for busy ladies to find the time to go out and have fun, meeting people with shared interests.

    Sometimes ladies just want to get together with other ladies in a relaxed, friendly setting where they can have a chat over a few cocktails and a bit of lunch. So it’s no surprise that we’ve had such an amazing response over the past few months to these kinds of events. In fact we’ve seen so much success with our women only events that we wanted to share them with you.

    Ladies That Lunch, Derby – What We Got Up To

    A couple of weeks ago, MixingOut member Julie organised an event inviting female members in the Derby area to meet up for a little lunch, a few drinks and a side helping of hot gossip. Needless to say, the event was a big success and everybody turned up and had a great time.

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    Above: MixingOut ladies enjoying a relaxed get together over a few drinks at Zest restaurant.

    For those of you who haven’t already visited, Zest in Derby is a great little restaurant, with a superb atmosphere. We’d definitely recommend it as a place to visit to MixingOut members who are looking to get together in Derby.

    Shortly after arriving in time for the lunchtime menu, everybody ordered a few drinks and settled into things, browsing over what to have to eat. By the time the food arrived, the conversation was flowing (rather like the wine) and all our ladies were having a ball. In fact everybody was having so much fun that the restaurant let them stay two hours after closing!

    EVENT ALERT: Ladies that Lunch (again!)

    On Saturday 20th September MixingOut member Julie will be hosting another women’s only event. This time at Fats Cats Restaurant on Friar Gate, for any of you ladies who fancies some friendly conversation over some delicious food and a few cheeky drinks.

    Book on here.

  • MixingOut Update: Upcoming Events in Derby

    With our the ranks of our Derby members ever on the increase, we wanted to remind you guys of some of the exciting events in Derby coming this month. There’s a varied mix of fun things going on around the city, as well as some events organised by our MixingOut members.

    Events-Derby

    Markeaton Park Fair

    What is it: Come one, come all! Markeaton Park will be buzzing this month with all the fun of the fair – including traditional fairground rides, games and prize stalls. Entrance to the park is FREE and as well as tons of attractions, there’ll also be hot food and drink on offer.

    Where is it: Markeaton Park, Kedleston Road

    When is it: Thursday 7th August to Sunday 19th August, opens at 1pm daily.

    What you can expect: A lively atmosphere and tons of fun for absolutely everybody. Perfect for getting to know each other for the first time. Find out more here.

    Hydrangea Garden Open Day

    What is it: A guided tour in the sunshine through the UK’s largest national garden of Hydrangea (that’s a kind of flower, incase you didn’t already know). There’ll also be plenty of other specimens to behold and lots of natural, picturesque locations to enjoy.

    Where is it: Terrace Café, Darley Park, Farnworth

    When is it: Sunday 10th August, 10am to 4pm

    What you can expect: As well as a guided tour, there’ll also be a talk given by curator Peter Smith. So expect an informative and relaxing day, with some beautiful scenery and a few stops at the coffee shop. Find out more here.

    Ladies That Lunch

    What is it: MixingOut member Julie is organising a a lunchtime get-together for female members only. There’ll be friendly chat, light lunch and perhaps a few cocktails too.

    Where is it: Zest, 16D George Street, Friar Gate, Cathedral Quarter

    When is it: Saturday 23rd August, 1:30pm

    What you can expect: Good company, good food and great conversation. It’s ladies only remember, so no holds barred! Want to get involved? Sign up here.

    The Darley Park Concert

    What is it: The annual Darley Park Concert returns for another magnificent evening of live orchestral music, rounded off by an exhilarating fireworks display. There’s also a selection of special picnic hampers on offer so you can really make a day of it!

    Where is it: Darley Park, Farnworth

    When is it: Sunday 31st August, from 6pm onwards.

    What you can expect: An evening of joyful, lighthearted class (if there is such a thing). It’s a really relaxed, friendly environment and a great event to meet up and have some fun. Find out more here.