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Ipswich Town legend hosts quiz night raising £1,578 for hearing dogs charity

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Town legend Russell Osman led eight rounds of trivia at Kesgrave Community Centre, helping All About Hearing support deaf individuals.

Why it matters: The funds will help train and provide specially skilled assistance dogs that alert deaf people to important sounds like doorbells, fire alarms, and phone calls.

The All About Hearing quiz night in March 2025
The All About Hearing quiz night in March 2025All About Hearing

The details: Suffolk-based hearing care specialists All About Hearing  celebrated the success of their charity quiz night on Sunday, 16 March, bringing together 150 enthusiastic quizgoers for an evening of fun, fundraising, and friendly competition.

What they're saying: "We are absolutely delighted with the turnout and generosity shown by everyone who attended. The atmosphere was fantastic, and it was wonderful to see the community come together for such an important cause. Hearing Dogs for Deaf People do incredible work, and we are so proud to be able to contribute to their mission," said Matthew Coward, Co-Director of All About Hearing.

The bigger picture: Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is a national charity that trains highly skilled assistance dogs to alert deaf individuals to important and life-saving sounds. These specially trained dogs also provide companionship and emotional support, helping to combat the isolation that can often come with hearing loss.

By the numbers: The night's fundraising efforts of £1,578 were significantly boosted thanks to the support of local businesses, including Ipswich.co.uk and principal sponsor Ginger Pickle Marketing.

For context: All About Hearing provides expert hearing care across Suffolk, with clinics based in Ipswich, Woodbridge, and Felixstowe. The team is dedicated to helping people improve their hearing health through comprehensive testing, and fitting cutting-edge hearing aid technology, as well as carrying out safe and effective earwax removal.

What's next: Following the success of this event, All About Hearing has already announced the date of its next Quiz Night, which will be held on Sunday, 23 November 2025. To register your interest, visit www.allabouthearing.co.uk/quiz

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All About Hearing is an independent, family-run audiology practice serving Ipswich and the surrounding communities.

Karen Finch RHAD FSHAA FRSA, Owner and Lead Audiologist for All About Hearing, conducting a hearing assessment
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Third men's mental health talk show coming to Ipswich Buttermarket

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A men's mental health event featuring local artists and speakers will take place at the Superdry unit in The Buttermarket on Thursday, 17 April, marking the third instalment in the series.

Why it matters: Men's mental health often goes unspoken, and this event creates a safe space for conversation, creativity, and community support.

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Raph from Scripted Development speaking with Omid DjaliliOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

The details: The Pop-up Talk Show will run from 15:00-19:00 and features performances from local artists including XIDONTLIE, a long-standing advocate for mental health and disability rights.

Other featured speakers and performers include:

  • Ed Ngai, digital artist and CICC founder

  • Dan Somers

  • L.A Muse

  • Romeo Mustata

Who's behind it: The event is hosted by the This Is Ipswich team in collaboration with Scripted Development.

What to expect: The open talk show and creative showcase focuses on raising awareness around men's mental health, sharing personal stories, and building community support through conversation, networking and performance.

For your planning: Food will be available for purchase from The Caribbean Smokehouse, with furniture supplied by Threads For All and Fresh Start.

Worth noting: The event welcomes all attendees, not just men, and forms part the third part of a documentary filming segment.

The bottom line: The Pop-up Talk Show aims to break stigma and encourage conversation about men's mental health in a welcoming environment. Head over and join the conversation. No booking required.

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