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Traders in Weston Super Mare are being asked to mix business with cinema by acting out their favourite movie for the Weston Film Festival.

Taking place between September 19 and 25 2011 Weston Film Festival aims to celebrate the silver screen by inviting local pubs, shops and all other businesses to hold a party or themed event depicting a famous film.

Each company that enters can chose to interpret any film for their themed day and each entrant will need to produce a short – maximum three minutes – video of their event which will be judged at the Weston Film Fesitval awards night, with prizes being handed out to the themed event judged the most engaging and true to the original film.

Tavern Inn the Town, The Commodore Hotel and The Parish Pump are amongst those already signed up to the event and their chosen films are Chicago, Jailhouse Rock and The Rocky Horror Movie Show respectively.

A full programme of events and prizes will be posted shortly and it costs £20 to enter the event. For more information or to place an entry please call Terry Gilbert on 01934 418118.

Businesses and organisations are rushing to sign up to the inaugural Somerset Business Show in order to sell their products and services to a room full of prospects, that will include businesses and visitors.

The show is being held at Taunton Holiday Inn from 2pm to 7pm on Wednesday September the 28th and organisers say it is shaping up to be the biggest meeting of companies in the region this year.

Visitors enter free and exhibitors can showcase their products and services for as little as £50.

Jon Hebbes, Managing Director of Poppy Communications, who have already signed up to exhibit, explains why business people should attend the exhibition:  “Everybody involved in business should be at this event because there will not be a better opportunity in Somerset for networking, sharing knowledge and winning more customers.”

“We expect to attract lots of new clients from the Somerset Business show because where else can companies put their products and services in the hands of prospects so easily? This will be the event of the year in the business calendar and I would urge other companies not to miss out.”

Already signed up to exhibit at the one-day event are the Somerset Tourism Association, Cost Control Services, Woodlands Castle, Business Against Poverty, JT Retail and many more.

The event will also host numerous seminars providing vital tips on how to grow your business and win more customers, as well as presentations from expert speakers that shoot from the hip.

The Somerset Business Show is organised by Weston-super-Mare based C4 Events and its director Ian Williams believes that because of the current economic climate, it is more important than ever for firms in Somerset to be networking, sharing knowledge and making new connections: “If you exhibit you will be able to meet buyers face to face and with a host of major names already signed up, this a great opportunity for firms, large or small, to learn from each other and be part of an event that will put Somerset on the map.”

To find out more or join the long list of businesses already signed up to exhibit visit: www.somersetinbusiness.co.uk or call C4 Events Director Ian Williams on 07775 928772

A FAMILY-run business in Weston-super-Mare has brought style and sophistication to the resort by swapping a strip club for a cocktail and champagne bar.

The Kimitri family opened Club Tabu on the Boulevard to the public on Friday August 5, 2011, at the site of the former Players Lounge strip club.

The venue underwent an extensive renovation and now boasts luxury décor to appeal to its clientele.

Weston Town Mayor, Cllr Cyril King, conducted the official opening ceremony by cutting the ribbon.

The Kimitri family, who own several businesses in Weston and Bristol, said they wanted to bring the modern designs of London to the seaside town and help to clean up the evening trade.

Owner Kerry Kimitri said: “Weston needed a sophisticated venue tailored toward the older customers who do not wish to mingle with kids in the night clubbing trade.

“After the tenants left the Players Lounge I felt this was the perfect opportunity to rejuvenate the building with a complete refurbishment.

“Many residents in the town had always been opposed to the strip bar and its previous establishment Vamps, which was a pole dancing club.

“I felt it was time the community were heard and I have created a classy venue for people to enjoy a safe and friendly night out.

“Club Tabu is situated in an up and coming area of town, which has seen significant investment recently with the opening of other quality bars and restaurants.

“As it is further away from the main night clubbing area it also does not attract troublemakers.

“I am delighted the town Mayor, Councillor Cyril King, assisted with our official opening and I look forward to welcoming more customers.”

Club Tabu is for people over the age of 21 and customers can choose to opt for a free platinum membership card, which allows free entry and queue jumping privileges.

As well as the boutique cocktail bar there is an exclusive VIP area and the dress code is smart.

For more information on Club Tabu contact Kerry Kimtiri on 0787 962 6614.