New bakery Over 50s

The race was started by Anthony Rowe, the former Leicester Riders player, now a Sky Sports commentator and wealth management consultant.

Anthony said: “It was an absolute pleasure to play a small part in the eighth annual Joe’s Jog. The amazing pictures captured of the participants during the run only tell half of the story, it’s only through being there that you feel the energy of everyone at the event. What a fun way to raise funds and awareness for such an important cause.” particularly in otherwise fit and healthy young people.

Sebastian Smith. (Girls) 1 Sophie Surrell, 2 Annabelle Sills, 3 Kara Thomas, 4 Olivia Surrell, 5 Betty Noller.

Since Joe’s death, his family and friends have worked tirelessly to raise awareness of SADS and sudden heart deaths. The JHMT provide free CPR training in schools, sports clubs and community groups, help fund community defibrillators and campaign for a better understanding of SADS.

The charity also runs the Inspire Awards, a small grants scheme that helps inspire young people to fulfil their potential.

THE OVER

50s

are being offered free help with smartphones and computers at drop-in sessions organised by Age UK.

We increasingly book, check, navigate, watch, listen, shop, bank and communicate online, which is becoming the only way to access some services.

For many slightly older folk, this is uncharted territory, and Age UK Leicester Shire and Rutland is lending a helping hand to help build IT confidence amongst the over 50s.

It provides free “drop-in” sessions at community centres across Leicestershire, where people can turn up and get help with starting their online journey.

Age UK also visits housebound people, aiming to provide them with an valuable connection with friends, family and important services.

It’s a free service, and anyone can visit our sessions or request a home visit if necessary.

Volunteers are also welcome. No sophisticated IT knowledge is needed, just a basic knowledge of common smartphone and computer functions and a willingness to help people.

No need to book - just drop in at: Rothley Library: 2.30-4.30pm on the fourth Monday of each month.

Birstall Methodist Coffee Morning: 10am-12noon on the third Tuesday of each month.

For more information, contact us at digitalchampions@ageukleics.org.uk or 01162 045117.

The first five (Boy and Girls) runners to cross the line were: (Boys) 1. Ethan Kirkpatrick, 2. Cameron Daugherty, 3 Harry Nurse, 4 Kapton Richura and 5

Joe Humphries was 14 when he collapsed and died suddenly while out jogging near his Rothley home. He was a victim of SADS – sudden arrhythmic death syndrome – a heart condition which can strike anyone at any time,

Steve Humphries, chair of the JHMT, said: “Once again, It was so uplifting to see the community turn out in such huge numbers for Joe’s Jog. Thank you to all the runners and their many supporters for creating a brilliant atmosphere throughout the race from start to finish. Joe’s Jog is a great way to commemorate Joe in his home village of Rothley and raise vital funds for the ongoing work of his Trust to save young lives.

None of this would have been possible without the fantastic support of our ‘Team Joe’ volunteers, who gave their valuable time to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all the participants.”

To find out more about the Trust’s work, to get involved as a volunteer, or to learn how to apply for the Inspire Awards or CPR training for your sports club, visit www.jhmt.org.uk

Rothley Library: current opening hours

Monday: 2.30 – 4.30pm

Tuesday: 2.30 – 4.30pm

Wednesday: 2.30 – 4.30pm

Thursday: 10am – 12noon & 2.30 –4.30pm

Saturday: 10am – 2pm

• Summer Reading Challenge for 4 –11-year-olds

The Summer Reading Challenge this year is ‘Ready, Set, Read!’ and aims to keep children's minds and bodies active over the summer break, unleashing the power of play, sport and physical activity through reading. From July to September, children can take part in the free challenge and will be able to join a superstar team and their marvellous mascots as they navigate a fictional summer obstacle course brought to life with illustrations by children's illustrator Loretta Schauer, rewarded by free incentives and stickers.

The Summer Reading Challenge shines a light on the power of public libraries as a hub for local communities and will bring together the benefits of sport, play and creativity.

The Youth Sport Trust has developed fun family activity cards, which alongside the official 2023 Summer Reading Challenge book collection, will aim to keep imaginations moving over the school holiday. The challenge and activity cards are available to access through the online digital platform, summerreadingchallenge.org.uk, to allow those with limited physical access to the library to join in. By participating in the challenge, young people will have the opportunity to explore new reading material, develop skills, and discover new interests.

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Weds August 9th: “Paradise City” by Elizabeth Day

• Yarn Craft Group.

This meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Bring your knitting, crochet or anything else ‘yarny’. Help each other with those tricky bits. Exchange ideas and knowledge. Have a cuppa and chat. £1 per person, payable towards the running costs of the library.

• Chess Club

This meets every Thursday 2.30 –4.30pm. Open to all, beginners to advanced.

• LEGO Club

Lego club is the first Saturday of each month, 2-4pm. Lots of Lego free-play, with like-minded playmates.

• Under 5s sessions fortnightly or monthly basis. Training at a time and date to suit you.

These sessions will not be held during the school holiday but will resume at the beginning of the school term.

Contact us via the email below if you are interested in volunteering or what more information info@rothleycommunitylibrary.co.uk

Early heads up for these events in September