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E V E Tuesday, February 10, 2009
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STRIP TEASER BLACKPOOL women are stripping away their inhibitions – thanks to burlesque star Bella Besame. The internationally acclaimed performer is bringing the tantalising dance form to Blackpool’s Grand Theatre in a series of saucy workshops. Bella has showcased her talent in Spain, America and all over the UK in cheeky cabaret routines. At her first Grand Theatre workshop, women
from across Blackpool giggled their way through sultry striptease routines, learning to love themselves with Bella’s mantra, “Look at me, I’m fabulous!” Then it’s on to the art of striptease, progressing to stocking removal, characterisation, tassle twirling and even choosing your very own burlesque name. The 28-year-old dark-haired beauty, who has
taught famous burlesque names such as Lady Luck and The Whim Wham Club, will hold classes in April, June and August. Currently based in Manchester, the dancing queen travels around the country empowering women with her routines, letting her pupils choose whether they want to parade provocatively or go for the full-on strip. ■ Helen learns the moves – see p3
Avoiding the roses rip-off
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RED roses are the universal symbol of love but in the run up to Valentine’s Day they may well strike terror into the heart of independent florists.
While supermarkets push out quick-fix bargain bunches of blooms grown to a price point, florists are looking for perfect blooms, with long lasting quality, which, inevitably, come at a cost. Award-winning Fylde florist Jane Thompson, of Flower Design, St Annes, explains why. “There are red roses, luscious deep red blooms on long stems, exquisite, elegant, desirable and “reassuringly expensive” purchased from professional florists or there are also those other reddish roses, tiny heads, screwed up mean petals, skinny short stems that are most importantly cheap, snatched up at the checkout and shoved in the trolley. “Is your love worthy of the desirable, exquisite and expensive or the mean, screwed up and cheap? “The trouble is florists’ don’t know the answer to this question either. As a rule we understand our customers, they want the very best, long lasting,
What’s in a rose for Valentine’s Day? Florist Jane tells Elizabeth Gomm beautifully presented, hand delivered bouquet of fresh red roses, the exquisite variety, they want this 51 weeks of the year. “But for some reason at Valentine’s the rules change. Could it be media hype or peer pressure? “Valentine’s customers are terrified of being “ripped off”. They don’t want to pay through the nose for a rose. “Pretty much all flowers from every corner of the globe go through the largest flower auction on earth in Aalsmeer, Holland . “The sale is by definition a Dutch auction - the flower prices start off high and the price drops every half second, the buyers bid when they feel the price is right. Consequently the best grade blooms sell to the highest bidder, the more demand for the flowers, the higher the price. In effect you get what you pay for. There is, however, an alternative to this. Flowers can be grown specifically
for a buyer, usually one of the big multiples or internet mail order companies. The roses are bought at a fixed low price. These are not good enough to make the grade for the Dutch auctions but they are considered good enough for the British mass market. “The British male is not famous for his romantic gestures, moreover he is famous for being frugal. “The difference between these roses is like the difference between Vicky Pollard & Kate Winslet, one is common and crude whilst the other posh and beautiful. “We are very lucky here on The Fylde as, from my viewpoint, we have the most romantic men in Britain. “ I can say this with confidence as my customers always want the very best for their significant others!”
ENGLISH ROSES: Florist Jane Thompson finds a rose to match Jocelyn Egan's shoes at the Flower Design Supper Club at the Number One Hotel, Harrowside Picture: ROB LOCK elizabeth.gomm@blackpoolgazette.co.uk
Have a heart of gold Win a night of romance HAVE a heart, that’s the Valentines Day call from celebrity WAG, Coleen Rooney. Coleen Rooney (right) is supporting the The Variety Club Children’s Charity’s Have a Heart Day appeal purchasing a Gold Heart pin badge to help raise funds for sick, disadvantaged and disabled youngsters. The Variety Club, which also celebrates its diamond anniversary in 2009, hopes its 18th annual Gold Heart Day will kick start a year of support. Raising a disabled child costs three times as much as a non-disabled child, the purpose of Variety’s 2009 Gold Hearts campaign is to raise public awareness to the massive strain this places on families. The Variety Club aims to sell one million hearts through the year and raise £1 million enabling the charity to provide tens of thousands of children and young people across the UK with vital equipment that will make a real difference to so many lives. Coleen said: “The Variety Club is now in its 60th year, and amazingly in that time, the charity has helped almost a million children and young people who are sick, disabled or disad-
vantaged – and the work goes on! That’s why I’m really happy to support the Variety Club and be a part of Gold Hearts this year. Every penny raised from Gold Hearts gives vital help and support to so many children and their families. It really is true to say that every single heart helps to make life a little brighter and a whole lot easier. So please wear your heart with a smile and know that your donation makes a difference.” Variety Club’s 2009 Gold Heart costs £1 (ex. postage and packaging). The Heart, designed by Coleen herself is on sale from Thursday at retailers WH Smith, Wallis, H Samuel, Ernest Jones, Village Hotels, and Odeon Cinemas or directly from the Variety Club on 020 7428 8100 or through our website.To buy online or find out more about the campaign visit:
It is one of Lancashire’s top places for weddings – and it has just become even more romantic! The Crofters Hotel at Garstang has opened its first Bridal Suite, and to celebrate Valentine’s Day we’re giving one lucky couple the opportunity to sample its delights for free. The suite has a four poster bed and features double bath with large flat screen TV so you can lounge in luxury. The Crofters Hotel, which is also licensed to hold civil wedding ceremonies, is offering one night’s stay in the bridal suite, dinner, bed and breakfast for the winner of our exclusive Eve competition – with champagne and chocolates to make the experience even sweeter. “The wedding day is the most important and exciting event of a couple’s life together and we care as much as they do about making it successful and memorable,” said Nicola Cheetham, who owns the hotel with husband Derek. “The bridal suite is the icing on the cake of our wedding facilities, but doesn’t have to be enjoyed just by people on their honeymoon!” One of the largest venues in the area, the 25-
bedroom Crofters has ample seating capacity for up to 200 wedding guests and features a multi-purpose dance floor and adjoining bar. The patio and garden area provide a perfect backdrop for photographs. Dining there is a treat too. It holds an AA Rosette for the high quality of its food – not surprising since Derek was trained at the Michelinstarred Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland. The hotel is showcasing its facilities at a Weddings Open Evening on Wednesday, February 18, (6-9pm) when couples and their families can view the Bridal Suite, see three rooms set out for wedding receptions and civil ceremonies, and enjoy free refreshments. For more information email info@croftershotel.co.uk or call 01995-604128. To enter our competition answer the following question: When is Valentine’s Day? Send your answer, name and address to: Crofters Competition, Promotions Department, Oliver’s Place, Preston, PR2 9ZA. Closing date for entries is February 17, 2009. Standard Gazette rules apply.
ROMANTIC NIGHTS: The Bridal Suite at The Crofters Hotel, Garstang
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Helen Steel learns a provocative dance now enjoying a surge in popularity "JUST imagine what you'll look like in that little black dress after this!"
That's the kind of dance class I'm used to – if you aren't already a size 8, you should be. But not for burlesque dancing. Admittedly I went with the assumption that the striptease dance form would be more about what you looked like out of that LBD! But again, wrong: burlesque dancing is a celebration of the feminine form in any shape or size – showing those glorious curves and saying, hey, we're all fabulous in our glamorous gowns, right now. Burlesque dancing shocked its original English audience in Victorian music halls, and stayed as popular entertainment until post-war Britain, but with the arrival of lap dancing clubs it quickly went out of fashion. Now, the North West is enjoying a revival thanks to the teaching talents of Bella Besame. Bella, who trained in dance from a young age, swapped her "soul destroying" job as a telesales manager to become the North West's most famous burlesque teacher, holding regular workshops in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool - and now Blackpool. At the beginning of the class, Bella put us all at ease: "Burlesque isn't about stripping, it's not lap dancing", she said. "There's two forms. You can take the innocent "cheesecake" route, a Betty Boop character, who "accidentally" shows a bit of leg. "Or you can be the more saucy Dita Von Teese type, and choose a burlesque name that fits your style." She put us through our paces with the three basic moves that form the basis of the provocative art. Lesson number one: if in doubt, fall back on the hip-swaying figure of eight, framing various parts of the body - but never touching. After getting confident with these moves, we continue to the striptease element, which involves travelling the left hand up the right leg, and only looking at the audience for a tantalising second as you reach the face and cheekily flick the hair. "There's always the option to strip, no-one's going to stop you", she adds with a twinkle in her eye. But that’s for a few months down the line, when the more daring among us can return for the workshops in April, June and August. The class is more laid-back than the keen pupils expected – any dress that feels comfortable, a pair of high heels, an open mind and away you go. Sarah Ricks, 25, a full-time mum from central Blackpool, was brimming with pride at how she’d managed to learn the Moulin-Rouge style moves. “It was fantastic,” she said. “It made me feel so good about myself. I didn’t know that removing a glove could be counted as striptease, and it’s been a great place to meet people.” Bella, who was brought up in Spain, and now lives with her partner Sid in Manchester, discovered her love for burlesque at Leeds University. It was a last-minute idea for a fundraiser when she worked for a local bar that turned her penchant for
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SAUCE the dance into a fully-fledged career. “I didn’t know what to do, so I turned to the manager and said, why don’t I put on a show? “After a few worries, they let me do it and I had no idea how popular it would become. “The North West didn’t really have a burlesque scene, and now people are demanding lessons all over! “Blackpool ladies learn very fast, judging by tonight, I’m really looking forward to the next one.” Bella has gathered such a following teaching the tease that she now runs an agency, booking expupils for shows and events. She also holds popular burlesque nights in nightclubs across the North West, and takes bookings for hen parties keen to learn the art of burlesque. For more about the workshops or any of Bella Besame’s events, contact the Grand Theatre 01253 743252. helen.steel@blackpoolgazette.co.uk
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A helping hand from Eve’s agony aunt Fiona Caine. If you have a problem with your relationship, marriage or family, Fiona is here to give advice DEBT IS RUINING OUR LIVES
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y husband and I have been married for four years and we’re really struggling with money. It was great when we first got together; we both had good jobs and a lifestyle to match. We’d think nothing of going out for a night and spending about £100 on food and drink. Then my daughter came along and everything changed. I couldn’t go back to work because I had health problems and so our income went down a lot. My husband started working overtime to compensate and we managed financially but then, after a while, the overtime dried up. We started to pay for things on credit cards, thinking it was a short-term blip but, of course, it wasn’t and all we can afford each month is the minimum payment. Now there’s a chance my husband may lose his job and I can see everything I own and cherish disappearing. We owe about £30,000 and that doesn’t include our mortgage. We need help but I don’t know where to start. My husband wants to talk to one of those agencies where you can consolidate your debts in to one pot but I’m not keen. JG I’m glad you’re not keen on debt consolidation – it is rarely the best thing to do so please discourage your husband from that idea. I would suggest you talk to the Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS – see FOCUS) on 0800 138 1111. They will help you to formulate the best possible plan to get yourself out of your present predicament. They may be able to help you negotiate an arrangement with your creditors that will allow you to pay back what you owe in smaller instalments. You are one of a great many people struggling with debt and potential redundancy at the moment. For you and others in a similar position a proper Debt Management Plan, administered by the CCCS, is a positive step forward to gaining control of your life.
CAN I JUGGLE WORK WITH FAMILY LIFE?
have recently rejoined the Ihome workforce after 10 years at looking after my kids. I
absolutely love working and enjoy the challenge and stimulus of being with adults again (much as I love my kids). However, domestically things are suffering as I just don’t seem to be able to get organised on things like the washing and cleaning, and twice my kids have had to take dirty kit in for games! How do people manage to hold down a home, a family and a job?
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Are there guides out there – or magicians – who can make it happen? Where do I start to get my life on an even keel once more? DE Are you doing too much? Are the other members of your family pulling their weight? I would suggest you draw up a list of all the jobs that need to be done and then make people responsible for doing them. Even quite young children can be given tasks to do – from dusting, hoovering, to gathering dirty washing. You don’t mention whether or not you have a partner but if you are working then he should be helping out at home. There are books available to help with time management. You might also ask the HR department at work if they know of any courses you could attend. Alternatively you might find the book Time Management for Manic Mums by Allison Mitchell helpful.
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moments for parents who have lost a child By Elizabeth Gomm
A WALK among the snowdrops has taken on a special importance for Fylde families grieving the loss of a child.
MY SON IS GAY
y son came home from work M the other week and told my husband and I that he was gay.
It makes no difference to me – I love him just the same – but my husband is in a right state. He keeps telling me we’ve failed as parents, and that our son has turned into a pervert. I’ve tried to tell him that’s not true and that our son is just the same good person he was before we knew. He won’t listen to me, though, and now his sister is getting at him saying we are going to get AIDS if we keep letting him live at home with us. I’ve tried to explain to my son that his dad doesn’t understand but he’s been badly hurt. It’s breaking my heart seeing the pair of them like this but what do I do? EB Just because your son is gay doesn’t mean he’s got AIDS – or anything else for that matter. As for him giving it to you or your husband by living with you, that’s complete nonsense! Your husband, like many men, is seeing his son’s sexuality as a reflection of his own manhood. He is probably feeling threatened and uncomfortable. Your son, on the other hand, has been brave enough to tell you how he feels, even though he probably knew he faced rejection by doing so. I think he’s the one that probably needs your support. You might find it helpful to talk to other parents who have faced a similar family crisis. “FFLAG’’ – which stands for Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays – supports the parents of gay, lesbian and bisexual people. They have a helpline and run support groups you and your husband could attend. Call 0845 652 0311 if you would like to speak to someone.
Letters and replies (names will remain strictly confidential) will be published here every week. Write to Fiona Caine, c/o Eve, The Gazette, Avroe House, Avroe Crescent, Blackpool Business Park, Blackpool, FY4 2DP. You can also e-mail Fiona with your problems www.mail@askfiona.net ● Fiona regrets that she cannot enter into personal correspondence.
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MEMORIAL ORGANISER: Michelle Boland A SPECIAL commemorative service will be held at Blackburn Cathedral next month to recognise the wartime contribution of the Women’s Land Army and Timber Corps. This event has been planned by the Lord-Lieutenant of Lancashire Lord Shuttleworth and the Dean of Blackburn, the Very Rev Christopher Armstrong, to honour their wartime contribution. The service will be held at Sunday, March 1, at 1.30pm. Invitations will be extended to all 400 former Land Girls and Timber Corps in Lancashire. They will also be able to bring a guest. For further information, contact Ian Johnston on 01772 533 364 or e-mail ian.johnston@ lancashire.gov.uk
The delicate flowers bring comfort to those who take part in the annual snowdrop gathering at Lytham Hall. The event is organised by Michelle Boland, co-ordinator of the Snowdrop Child Bereavement Support Centre, founded by Donna’s Dream House, which gives bereavement support to local parents, carers and siblings following the death of a child. This year the gathering will be on Saturday, February 28. The gathering, now in its sixth year, will have specially chosen music, poems and readings followed by a candle lighting ceremony. It is non-denominational, and will be led by Michelle and a trained bereavement counsellor. “Following on there will be a chance for those who attend to walk through the snowdrops in the park. The walk is a chance for them to be alone with their thoughts and feelings at an emotional time,” said Michelle. “The gathering has meant such a lot to those who came in previous years, and for those who do not have a place to go to remember their child, it is of particular significance.” Last year more than 90 people attended and Michelle said it had become so important to Fylde families because it was a special time when the children they have lost, whether recently or in the long distant past, are the central focus. “Of course their child is always in their thoughts but this is a special time for them to remember and they gain comfort from being with others who truly understand,” said Michelle. “The number attending the gathering increases every year. “Families move on, but parents still appreciate this special time of reflection”, added Michelle. Michelle emphasised that it is non-denominational and that all bereaved parents, carers and siblings, of all faiths or no faith, are welcome. The service is at 2pm. After the service and walk, refreshments will be served. Anyone wishing to attend should call Michelle on 760636. elizabeth.gomm@blackpoolgazette.co.uk
Win protection from a killer WIN an alarm and protect your family from a silent killer! Carbon monoxide is a highly poisonous gas that has no colour, taste or smell that has killed 50 people in the UK since 2006 and caused more than 200 injuries. It’s caused by appliances that use gas or solid fuel which have not been properly installed and regularly maintained. It can be hard to spot because symptoms are similar to the flu such as tiredness, headaches, nausea, vomiting, pains in the chest, breathlessness, stomach pains, and visual problems. If you suspect a carbon monoxide leak, stop using the appliance immediately, open windows to venti-
late the area, leave the scene and seek medical advice. To protect you and your family from the threat of carbon monoxide poisoning it’s important to have all your fuel burning appliances safety checked every year by a qualified installer. Fitting an audible carbon monoxide alarm is also important, because it will alert you if there are dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in your home. If you join the Age Concern Energy Services tariff with E.ON you will receive one of these alarms for free as part of the current package ( visit www.ace.org.uk to find out more) If you receive certain mean tested benefits you may qualify for a free gas safety check which would spot any noxious gas leaks in your home. Contact your energy supplier
to find out more. Visit www.eonenergy.com/carbonmonoxide for more information about carbon monoxide, to purchase an alarm or to find out about E.ON’s Central Heating Care product with an annual safety and maintenance inspection. EVE has teamed up with E.ON to giveaway 20 carbon monoxide alarms to our readers. For your chance to win one, simply answer the following question: How often should you have your appliances safety checked? To enter, send your answer, with your name and address, to: Carbon Monoxide Competition, Promotions Department, PO Box 55, Blackpool, FY4 2GF. Closing date for entries is February 17, 2009. Standard Gazette rules apply.
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Coffee call
Anchorsholme Methodist Church has a coffee morning every Wednesday from10.15am
Tea Dance
St Stephen-on-the-Cliffs, North Shore, has an afternoon tea dance every Wednesday, 2pm-4pm. £1.50
Folk Dance
North Shore Folk Dance Club meets tomorrow at all Hallows Church, All Hallows Road, Bispham, 7.30pm. No partner needed and all are welcome. Contact 890486.
Methodist Church
Cleveleys Park Methodist Church has a coffee morning every Wednesday, 10.30am. and a Mix and Meet Group on Wednesday, 2pm, for people on their own to enjoy a cuppa and make new friends. Contact 876051.
Support group
Cleveleys Coffee
Cleveleys United Reformed Church, Rossall Rd, has a coffee morning every Wednesday from 10.30am.
Stitch and Chat
The stitch and Chat Club,Dunsop Court, Blackpool, has craft classes every Monday: 9.45am-11.45am, drawing and watercolour painting with Peter Slater; 11.45am-1.45pm, card making with Debbie Gulliver; 2pm4pm, crochet and needlework. Advanced card making also available monthly. For details contact 405138.
South Shore
South Shore Community Centre Highfield Road, hosts the following weekly events: Mondays, watercolour painting 10am, social bridge 1.15pm; Wednesday, social chat and games 10am; Thursday, arts and crafts 10am, patchwork for beginners 2pm; Friday, watercolours 2pm.
FLOWER CLUB: Wrea Green Flower Club welcomed Janet Farrington (pictured) who gave a demonstration using stunning and unusual containers. The next meeting is on February 24 at Wrea Green School Hall, 7.30pm, when Anne Hinde will demonstrate on her Antipodean Adventure.
Kirkham Arts
Kirkham Arts Society meets tomorrow at the Community Centre, 7.15pm. Contact 01772 632202.
Coast Ramblers
Fylde Coast Ramblers will be walking Crook O’Lune on Saturday.Contact 401135.
Poulton Band
Poulton Band welcomes new players to rehearsal nights on Tuesday and Friday 8pm-10pm at Band HQ, Station Road, Poulton. Contact 886823
Arts Society
Barbershop Harmony
Blackpool Arts Society meets on Thursday for demonstration of marbling by Val Anderson at the Studio,Wilkinson Avenue, 7.30pm. Weekly sessions at the studio include: General painting Tuesday and Thursday ,2pm, Friday, 9.30am and 2pm; portrait sessions Tuesday, 7.30pm, and Wednesday 10am; Life drawing Wednesday 2pm. New members always welcome. Contact 407541.
Jumble sale
The Windmill Arts Society meets on Friday at the Frank Townend Centre, Beach Road, Cleveleys, 1.30pm3.30pm. Contact 855072.
Bispham Coffee
A weekly craft group meets at Holy Cross Church, Central Drive, Blackpool, every Friday,1.30pm3.30pm. £2.
Claremont lunch
Claremont First Step Community Centre's Senior Citizen Luncheon Club at Methodist Buildings, Dickson Road,meets every Friday, 1pm. £2. Contact 299306.
Blackpool & Fylde Barbershop Harmony Club meet every Tuesday at Brun Grove Workingmens' Club. Contact: Pete Lavelle 867218. A jumble sale and auction takes place at St Paul’s Worship Centre in Egerton Road on Monday, February 16 at 630pm. Bispham United Reformed Church, Cavendish Road, has a coffee morning tomorrow 10.30am-11.30am.
Photo society
Lytham St. Annes Photographic Society meets at 7.30 pm, every Thursday evening at Heyhouses C of E Junior School, Clarendon Road North, St Annes. www.lsaps.org.
Fylde RA
The Ramblers’ Association will be walking in Great Harwood and Hutton Crags tomorrow in Grassington and Hebden on Sunday. Contact 865976.
Bridge Club
The Gazette Bridge Club welcomes players at 7pm at the Wainwright Club, Hornby Road, Blackpool on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday Contact 354513.
Windmill arts Craft club Over 50s
Claremont Over 50s welcomes new members. Meetings at the Claremont Community Centre, North Shore, every Wednesday, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Contact Hilary 353160.
Embroiderers
Blackpool Embroiderers have a talk on tassels by Marg Quinn on Monday at the arts studio, Wilkinson Avenue, 7.15pm.
Amicus
LSA Ladies Amicus Club has a talk on Fisherman’s Friend tomorrow at the Pensioners’ Hall, St Albans Road, 2.15pm. All ladies welcome. Contact 728167.
Freckleton WI
Freckleton WI had a musical theme to
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its meeting when Maureen Shenton spoke about the Von Trapp Family. Joan Lakin won the raffle and Ruby Currel was competition winner. The social half hour game was won by Michaela Bass, Susan Clamp and Pam Bennett. The WI meets tonight when Julie Swift will talk about the work of Trinity Hospice and Brian House.
Blackpool U3A
Blackpool U3A meets at St John’s Church tomorrow, 1.30pm. Anyone of retirement age welcome to this friendly social group.
Young widowed
The Young Widows Group meet on Monday at the Lindum Hotel, St. Annes at 7.30pm. Contact 346133.
Tuesday club
Poulton and Carleton Tuesday Club has a talk from the Rev Duncan Tuck on Tuesday next at Poulton UR Church Hall, 2pm.
Travel talk
The international holidays and travel association has a talk on New England from Brian Martland on Thursday at Poulton Community Centre, Breck Road, 7.30pm.
Wyre ramblers
Wyre ramblers will be walking in Hawkshead on Sunday. Contact 876676.
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Blackpool Male Voice Choir meets every Monday at Springfield Methodist Church, Bispham Road. Contact 883913.
Blackpool and Fylde Widows’ and Widowers’ Association meets on January 7, tomorrow at the Trades Club, Chadwick Street, Blackpool, 7.30pm. Contact: Lavinia on 623119.
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Civic trust
Katharine O’Connor, tourism partner manager for the Northwest Regional Development Agency, is the speaker at the Blackpool Civic Trust on Monday at the Town Hall, 7pm.
Family History
Lancashire Family History and Heraldry Society meet on tomorrow at St Martin/St Hilda Church Hall, Castle Gardens, Carleton, 7.30pm, for talk on probate records from Anna Watson.
Flower Club
Thornton Cleveleys Flower Arrangement Club has its AGM tomorrow at Thornton Little Theatre, 7.30pm.
Blackpool WI
Blackpool WI has a fire safety talk on Thursday at Claremont Community Centre, Claremont Road, 1.45pm. New members welcome. Members recently enjoyed a dinner at Blackpool’s Number One Hotel, South Beach.
Bereavement support
Footprints Bereavement Support meets at Salem Methodist Church, Westcliffe Drive, Layton, tomorrow from 10am-noon. A warm welcome awaits all those who have lost a loved one. Contact: Judith on 763146.
Garden talk
Beekeeper Bill Poole will talk about bees and wildflowers at Kirkham Horticultural Society on Thursday at Kirkham Grammar School (Sixth Form lounge), Ribby Road, 7.30pm.
Thornton gardens
Thornton Cleveleys Horticultural Society has a talk on Borneo from Keith and Chris Buxton on Thursday at Thornton Little Theatre, 7.30pm.
Thornton Cleveleys Wednesday Diners Club has a talk on the Von Trapp Family from Maureen Shenton tomorrow at the Briardene Hotel. Noon.
Wyre Speakers
Wyre Speakers’ have Going Dutch as the theme of their meeting on Thursday at Bispham Parish Church Hall, All Hallows Road, 7.30pm. Contact 733297.
Bingo
A Valentines Day bingo takes place at st Christopher’s Church Hall, Hawes Side Lane, Marton, on Saturday at 7.30pm. Tickets £5 includes all games and hot pot supper. From the parish office on 693748.
Staining WI
Staining WI were entertained to a talk by Norma Harris on his journey in the USA from coast to coast on a Harley Davies motorcycle. Barbara Gaskell won the competition.
Valentines dance
A St Valentines night dance takes place at St Margaret's Community Centre, St Leonards Road , St Annes on Saturday 8pm. £2.50 per person, take your own drinks and refreshments, most dancing catered for. Contact 782717.
Thornton Ladies
Thornton Ladies Club meets each Tuesday evening in Thornton Methodist Church Hall, Victoria Road East, at 7.30pm. New members welcome. Contact 856537.
Indoor sale
An indoor car boot sale is being held at Cleveleys United Reformed Church in Rossall Road on Saturday, from 9am. Refreshments available. Admission by donation.
Fleetwood Learning
Fleetwood Life Long Learning’s next meeting will be at Fleetwood Central Library on Monday, 2pm. Guest speaker is retired head teacher Margaret Lund with a talk entitled The Mother of All Talent Spotters. Visitors welcome. Ring 878927 for further details.
Heritage Group
Eva Whittam will give a talk entitled The Big Question to Lytham Heritage Group in the Assembly Rooms tomorrow, 2.30pm. The cost is £1.50 including refreshments. Members and non members welcom.e
Marton Windmill
The Friends of Little Marton Windmill will hold their AGM and social meeting at Tarnside Community Centre, Tarnside Close, tomorrow, 7pm. Blackpool Civic Trust president Barry Shaw will give a talk on Old Marton. Members and non members welcome. Refreshments and raffle. The Windmill will be open on Saturday from 10am-4pm to celebrate Blackpool Loves You Day. Blackpool Mayor Mary Smith will visit at 1pm. Refreshments and raffle.
Carleton WI
The NHS Retirement group has a social afternoon and bring and buy on Tuesday next at St Martin/St Hilda Church Hall, Carleton, 1.45pm.
The Carleton & District Women's Institute will meet on Thursday in the Carleton Memorial Hall, Moorfield Avenue, Carleton, when Barry Shaw presents a slide show of Stanley Park,7.30pm, everyone is welcome.
Fleetwood Mount Methodist In-set Group meets on Monday at 33 Galloway Road, 2pm, for a talk from Peggy Strickland entitled ”The day I joined the Army”.
St Anne’s, Westby, welcomes the Bamber Singers who will perform Songs from the Shows on Wednesday, February 18, 11am-2pm. Tickets £10 including hotpot and dessert.
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009
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Advertising feature AS PART of their health routine, many people coincide colonic hydrotherapy with seasonal change, so at this time of the year it’s a good idea to cleanse your system with a detox.
At the Ibis Health Clinic, Dalmeny Hotel, St Annes, by utilising colonic hydrotherapy, qualified nurse Jane Shorrock (right) can eliminate more toxic waste than any other short-term technique, such as laxatives, which can have a detrimental effect on the bowel. “Colonic hydrotherapy and its health benefits could be the way to maintain optimum health,” says Jane, who holds a post-graduate qualification in colon hydrotherapy. “The treatment cleanses the colon, exercises the colon muscles and enables the colon to resume its natural state.” It stimulates reflex points and can help the immune system, kidney function, bladder and sphincter problems, varicose veins and haemorrhoids, halitosis, headaches, flatulence, water retention and cellulite. And it can help skin problems such as acne, psoriasis and eczema, congestive ear, nose and throat problems and also asthma, allergies, bloating and fatigue. Colonic hydrotherapy aids “psychological” states such as depression, lethargy and schizophrenia. “Colonics not only alleviate constipation, but they can also help you create a fully holistic view of your body’s functioning, leading to a better quality of life,” adds Jane. Patients have reported flatter abdomen, better sleep, sharper vision, reduction in bloating and a general feeling of wellbeing. The way to optimum health may involve a lifestyle and diet review as well as regular colonic irrigation. Ibis now offers food intolerance testing as part of the clinic’s service, and is undertaken by taking a pin-prick of blood which is then analysed in a laboratory. “Food sensitivity is a common complaint linked with bowel function, and is likely to be diagnosed if you have two, three or more symptoms which the doctor can’t find a cause for,”
HEALTHYoption explains Jane. “Many people suffer from digestive disturbances, skin and respiratory problems and joint and muscle problems, which may be caused by food sensitivity. “It can be difficult to pinpoint which foods caused the problem as there can be a delayed reaction.”
Jane guarantees a private, informative, safe, comfortable and friendly visit in her treatment room (right) and ensures complete confidentiality. And for a limited period, Jane is offering £10 discount on production of this advert. Appointments are available between
8am and 6pm and on alternate Saturdays.
Telephone Jane direct on 07768 161754. For appointments call between 7.30am and 8.30pm on (01253) 716010 or visit www.ibis-colonic.co.uk