Ackworth Arrow January 2025

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Welcome to the January issue of the Ackworth Arrow

I hope you all had a fabulous Christmas and are now looking forward to the start of 2025. This year, the Christmas events have truly shone a light on the dedication, talent, and generosity of our volunteers. We couldn’t be prouder to celebrate their efforts.

From the heartwarming carol singing, Christmas parties, to the bustling excitement of the Christmas fayres, every event has been a testament to the hard work and creativity of those who give their time and energy so selflessly. These cherished moments wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless dedication of our volunteers, who embody the true meaning of community spirit.

A special thank you must also go to our team of delivery people, who work rain or shine to ensure this magazine reaches your doorstep each month.

May the New Year bring joy, peace, and warmth to you and your loved ones.

The February issue deadline for adverts and content is Wednesday 15th January 2025. The Arrow will be delivered by 1st February.

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Michelle Sidebottom

Tel: 07795 387937

michelle@arrowpublications.co.uk

1st Ackworth Scout Group

1st Ackworth Scout Group continues to grow. They have now opened a new section called SQUIRRELS. This is the youngest section of the Scout movement and is designed for 4 - 6 year olds. Squirrels help young children gain skills for life at a time when it matters most, and where it is most needed.

Squirrels can be identified by their uniform of a red sweatshirt, group neckerchief and blue shorts or trousers. Badges that can be gained by Squirrels include, Be active, Brilliant builder, Feel good, Get creative, Go wild, Let it grow and lots more. Their programme consists of stories and games, and working towards 12 activity badges, 4 challenge awards and the top award The Chief Scouts Acorn award. To end this their first term they joined with the Beaver section to enjoy 10 Pin bowling at Xscape followed by a meal, all expenses paid for by the group.

Squirrels meet Tuesdays 5 - 6pm at the Community Centre Ball Lane.

Beavers, Cubs and Scouts meet at the Quaker School Sports Hall on Tuesdays

CONTACT - Beavers 01977 676906, Cubs 01977 616295 or 07868496858

Scouts 01977 730188 or 07980400257

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The whole group has been involved with the Big Ackworth Clean up, where they planted bulbs and picked up litter. Service and doing good turns has always been an important part of Scouting. As usual on Remembrance Sunday Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and their leaders paraded at St. Cuthbert’s church to remember those lost in conflict. Flags were presented by all sections. Animals who gave their lives in war were also remembered by the Cubs as they gave a purple wreath they had made themselves to honour those animals lost but not forgotten.