Elyi Magazine July/August 2015

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Reflecting the Richness of Ely Life

July/August 2015

Introducing INTERACTIVE PRINT !

What’s On Ely Performing Arts Events Groups and Meets

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2 Bridget Hickish Editor / Maypole Dancer editor@elyimagazine.com 01353 662684 07580 689 600 Madeleine Funnell Advertising Manager advertising@elyimagazine.com 01353 664920 07739 260 027

We are delighted to be bringing you the Summer issue of the Elyi Magazine. There is such alot going on and we love this season as Ely comes alive with event after event.

See the opposite page for something a bit fun and interesting. It adds a dimension that is sure to appeal to the inner geek in all of us. We are really hoping that it will enable our Business here in Elyand Community groups in Ely and beyond to connect even more easily. The next time you do something interesting, film it and make is easily available to readers via interactive print!

Some of the regular groups have a break during the months of July and August, e.g. there are fewer talks and meetings, but we have the River based event that is Aquafest, the ever popular Ely Folk Festival and a quite remarkeable fortnight of events under the Ousefest umbrella. What a fantastic celebration of Fenland Life and Landscape. You can scan and connect with the full programme on page 26.

One other piece of exciting news is that because of the encouraging support we have received from advertisers and readers, we are planning to increase the magazine frequency to monthly in January 2016.

So on that positive note, Madeleine and i wish you a fantastic activity filled summer.

Bridget

Adam Faber Feature writer and Ely Adventurer!

Matt Harvey facebook.com/elyartstheatre @elyartstheatre elyartstheatre.org

Please see our website for further details: www.elyimagazine.com

Deadline for the Sept/Oct issue is: 10th August 2015 Disclaimer: The Elyi magazine shall not

be held responsible for the conduct of advertisers or contributors. It publishes articles, adverts and all other copy in good faith. By publishing articles and adverts the Elyi and its staff are not endorsing any products or services.

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recompense agreed for loss due to omission or error in published articles and adverts will not exceed the original price paid for advertising space.

Right to refuse copy: As an

independent magazine the Partners reserve the right to refuse publication of any advertising or editorial copy from a third party that is considered unsuitable for family reading. We seek to include honest, balanced and positive content that celebrates our Ely Community. We will therefore refuse content that is, or suspected to be, untruthful, biased, immoral or misleading.

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Interactive Print....Welcome to the Future Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls!

The Elyi magazine is very excited to announce that the distant future has become the very real present, that hover boards and holidays to Mars are just around the corner, and that we’re taking you with us!

With the help of some sophisticated technology The Elyi magazine is now enhanced and interactive. It will still pop through your letterbox in its usual 3D real-world form, but we’ve also added a secret 4th dimension; if you have a smartphone handy, you can immediately link to online content to see lots of exciting, additional instant information about things that interest you!

Intrigued? Perplexed? Excited?

Good! Let us explain…

Cutting-edge technology called augmented reality (AR) gives digitally enhanced viewing, giving you access to more content and, well, sparkly animations. What this means is that when you hold your smartphone over the page, the words and pictures will come to life – think Harry Potter, but without all the mild peril and owls.

It is easy to use for everyone – honest! However, the beauty of it is that if you don’t have a smartphone, you can still enjoy the magazine in the traditional way. You know, by reading words like we did in the good old days.

Nevertheless, if you haven’t got a smartphone, we reckon it would be worth you finding a friend who does, so that you can marvel at the wonders of science together.

So, how does one make this leap into cyber-space?

1. Download the FREE Layar App for android or iphone.

2. Look for the LAYAR Symbol on various adverts and pages.

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Simply hold your phone over the advert and tap the screen! This is where the fun happens. Before your very eyes, articles and adverts will display photos, play videos and music straight from the page and link seamlessly to websites.

Would you like to win a £25 amazon voucher? Of course you do! Here’s how…

Hidden in the magazine are 5 treasure chests, visible only with the Layar App. When you see the Layar App icon on a page, give it a scan with your smartphone and see what appears! You’re looking for a treasure chest of gold here – story of our lives eh?! Anyway, when you’ve found all five treasure chests, send the page numbers to editor@elyimagazine.com and you’ll be entered into the draw.

Deadline is the 10th of August.

Good luck treasure hunters!

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Sing! Choirs – Singing for Everyone!

Sing! Choirs began in 2011 with taster sessions in Ely…. Since then, each week, over 120 people meet in Ely to Sing! Everyone is welcome to join Sing! Choirs – and we sing a huge range of songs including pop, rock and songs from the shows. In 2014, we raised over £7,000 for the Arthur Rank Hospice Charity, through concerts including a sell out at Ely Cathedral!

cheque presentation to ARHC This year we will be supporting East Anglian Air Ambulance and look forward to working with them over the coming months.

Not only in Ely, Sing! Choirs now runs in Newmarket and Cambridge meaning over 240 people sing with Musical Director Kathryn Rowland each week! This includes a choir for young people called “GO Sing!” open to anyone aged 8 – 17 years, and with exactly the same ethos as the adult choirs – no auditions, you don’t need to be able to read music, just enjoy singing!

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This will add to our amazing adventures this year which include singing at the Royal Festival Hall in London, entertaining the guests of the Ely-Ribe Twinning Association at The Maltings …. and entering our bid to Sing! for England on the Rugby World Cup single! – still time to vote for us up to 1st July!..... ..........on this link: http://bit.ly/1ETBG4N

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Our Kind of Folk...

Now in its 30th year, the Ely Folk Festival has been a live current of music through the Fens. Better every year, the festival is set to kick off from Friday the 10th of July, jamming as much into the weekend as you could hope for. Taking place on a pitch a short drive outside of Ely, the festival takes place at an intimate and rustic venue, while offering some high quality entertainment and events. Perhaps you haven’t heard? Here are the three biggest things that will surprise you about Ely Folk Festival as it celebrates its 30th birthday.

The Thump...

Just because it’s a folk festival, doesn’t mean it doesn’t rock. There are bands lined up like Demon Barbers XL, who have been known to have break dancers sharing the stage with them, and a DJ scratching behind the bass – what they describe as celebrating ’15 years of mayhem’… A good description for a group who has been experimenting with combining folk with hip-hop influences.

Other veterans who know how to bring the party include Eliza Carthy & The Wayward Band, who are headlining the festival this year, capable of a rousing party as well as pulling at the heartstrings.

Also, from the ‘new to you’ category are the winners of the band competition, Rusty Shackle, whose stomping single ‘The Bones’ will ratchet the energy in the room up a notch or two. They were awarded the slot for their high-octane performance style and catchy tunes, which are sure to delight.

You’ll Learn a Thing or Two...

If you fancy it, that is. Perhaps you’ll be the next winner of the band competition? Hannah Sanders will be teaching a dulcimer workshop, Sound Tradition will be giving tips on harmony, and Steve Hicks has a thing or two to teach about playing the guitar. Add to that the harmonica workshop being put on by Blackjack Blues and the song writing tutorial from Gog Magog Hillbillies, and you’ve got enough music tuition to form your own band. The workshops are designed to give an up-close experience to festival goers, so you can get up close and personal with the groups you’ve enjoyed seeing on stage.

The Kids Might Party Harder Than You...

Decorating a van Woodstock style with Jan, practicing Yoga alongside Sarah Moss, and jamming with instruments they made themselves, the kids have a weekend that is planned to be at least as full as Mum and Dad’s. There is even a family concert being put on by Megson, aimed at entertaining audiences of all ages. The kids might even be motivated to delve into their own artistic endeavours after experiencing so much, which they can get into with Les Barker organizing a poetry session, or perhaps they will turn their hand at the craft area.

So what are you waiting for? Tickets are available at www.elyfolkfestival.co.uk, and you can purchase a pass for the entire weekend, or just a day if you prefer (tickets range from £22 for Friday up to £77 for the entire weekend). Otherwise the only surprise you’ll get is the fact that everyone else is talking about it.

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Mayor of Ely.... ......The Sequel!

I am so delighted to have been re-elected to serve the people of Ely as Mayor for another term. It is a real privilege and honour to be able to take forward the plans of this last year for another year.

commitment. I will also be delighted to be the guest speaker at the Ely College Awards event this month. Another highlight was meeting the service men and women and veterans at the Cambridgeshire Regiment Annual Parade and Service at the Cathedral.

As a Council we are now reviewing new priorities for incorporation in the Business Plan whilst ensuring that we continue to improve our existing services.

Usually only serving one year, the result of the democratic election system in May resulted in the Mayor for 201516 requiring to be elected by the new serving councillors and I was honoured to accept. Sadly, we lost some valuable members of the City Council and I would like to thank them for their service over the years. However, we have gained new members who are just as determined to serve the people of Ely well.

Duties early on in this term have been very educationfocussed as I attended both the Open University Awards Ceremony and the Class of 2015 Alconbury Graduation at the Cathedral.

In real contrast to each other, It was so rewarding to witness the sheer delight of people of all ages reach another educational goal in their lives through total effort and

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As Spring turns to Summer, we can experience some favourite activities in Ely, The G’s Open Farm Day, Etheldreda’s Procession, Aquafest, the Band Concerts in Jubilee Gardens to name but a few. Ely is a wonderful place in the Summer. Let’s hope the weather is kind to us so we can enjoy all that is on offer.

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Rocking Ukulele Just over six months ago, veteran musician & club leader John Bassett formed the new Ely Ukulele Club which now boasts over 60 members and the number is still rising.

Due to the overwhelming response for this local music club and its light-hearted performance, ‘The Rocking Ukuleles of Ely’ have recently had to refuse some bookings due to the amount of future events already committed.

John Bassett comments; “The demand for performances for the Rocking Ukuleles of Ely has been phenomenal from the start, we have so many charitable bookings ahead including July’s Aquafest, Village Summer Fetes and the famous BBC’s national charity, Children In Need in November.

The Rocking Ukuleles of Ely always welcome new recruits of all abilities and ages. The club’s current age range scans a whopping 16yrs to 83yrs. Gone are the days of the famous George Formby songs, now it’s a rocking/pop collection including songs from The Beatles, Abba and Elvis!”

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The survivors are dazed with shock. They spent their entire lives building their homes, and working to maintain and supporting their families. Now many have lost both. Their life’s work has been taken from them by a moment of natures anger. Now their first struggle is simply to survive.

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Donations have come from Lions clubs all over the world, some have sent basic necessities and some have pledged money.

Lions have sent water purification tablets which are each capable of purifying 10 litres of water and Life saver filtration units that enable users to process 15,000 litres of clean sterile drinking water, and used existing funds to immediately send 56 cartons of purifying tablets capable of purifying 9 million litres of water and 280 lifesaver water filtration units capable of treating 4.2 litres of contaminated water.

This appeal is needed to build funds to purchase additional supplies and to restore our funds for future emergencies. Every penny you donate will go towards helping us help others less fortunate and to provide vital assistance where it is needed.

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OuseFest is Coming!

From Monday 20th July to Sunday 2nd August 2015, come and take part in OuseFest, a whole fortnight of over 60 local events celebrating the Ouse Washes Landscape and Communities!

There’s plenty happening at a variety of venues right on our doorsteps. It’s a perfect opportunity to learn more about the history of our fascinating Ouse Washes area, local wildlife and habitats and traditional Fenland life. OuseFest is sure to be lots of fun and a great way to reminisce about the old days, think about the Ouse Washes of the future and enjoy everything our beautiful local area has to offer.

Organised by the Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership, OuseFest is a celebration of everything that makes the Ouse Washes

Landscape and surrounding Fenland area great. Have incredible wildlife encounters on a Wetland Safari at WWT Welney Wetland Centre; explore our local history on a Museums Trail; uncover ancient life on a Community Archaeology Dig; explore the landscape with the Ouse Washes Experience Roadshow; let off some steam at one of the Family Fun Days happening across the area. There is sure to be something for all ages!

This only gives a taster of what’s happening during OuseFest.

Check out the full programme here: www.ousewashes.org.uk/ousefest.

You can also follow us on: Twitter :www.twitter.com/OuseFest or Facebook: www.facebook.com/ousewashes

Los Gitanos!

Father and son Graham and Matthew Austin are Los Gitanos and their many TV and radio appearances have been swelled by concerts in Ely Cathedral as well as a private party hosted by Professor Stephen Hawking.

For 30 years they’ve been honing their skills and are currently enjoying the release of their fifth album. There’s a third generation as well – Graham’s grandsons - James and Josh and in, UK terms, that makes them something of a phenomenon.

In the homelands of flamenco, Andalusia and the Camargue, three generations and more have seen the tradition passed from finger to finger with the dexterity of lightning but nowhere else, this far north of the Mediterranean, is there a family to match.

Their fifth album is aptly named “Inspiration’ The first track, Vivaz offers a lively opening redolent of the heels and taps of flamenco, leading into Reverie, a tone poem for blue skies and wild horses; Summer Breeze is an idyll, each note chosen with care, Fiesta is a holiday romance with an invitation to love.

‘As the grandchildren grow up and find their own way so we’re realising that we’ve done as much as we can to keep alive a unique sound,’ says Graham. ‘It’s been an exciting journey and the music of course will live forever, as will the openness and welcome of the Camargue itself.’

Los Gitanos’ Inspiration CD is available from Burrows Bookshop, High Street Passage, Ely. More info from : Graham Austin – 01353 610825

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SUNDAY 5th JULY 2014 AQUAFEST - ELY RIVERSIDE Aquafest covers three premier sites along the riverside, Lavender Green, Jubilee Gardens and the Maltings Green, and is a must for families of all ages and interests. Whether you are 9 or 90 Aquafest has something to offer YOU! There is also the funfair, beer tent, burger bar and stalls - a miscellany of stalls, with charity, craft and a variety of business stalls there providing something of interest to all.

A major crowd pleaser is the amazing Annual Raft Race on the River Ouse, with numerous decorated rafts, from buses to tanks and from simple rafts to luxury liners everyone enters into the spirit of the day and fun is had by all.

Meanwhile the two arenas provide varied entertainment through the day, often featuring local talent. There is music, dancing, interesting demonstration and audience participation.

Organised by the Rotary Clubs of Ely, with our main sponsors - Star Radio, Charles Daniel, Tucker Gardner and The Ely Standard - we are proud that we are able to provide this event FREE for ALL. Visit www.elyaquafest.org.uk for full and up-todate info about the day.

We also have a great Raffle every year.

Please buy some tickets and help support this wonderful local event, with any profit from this event donated to local charities and worthwhile causes. We hope to see you there!

• The River 11.30 Start of Scouts Raft Race 2.30 Start of main raft race 2.30 Scouts Raft Race presentation 4.15 Main Raft race Presentation • Jubilee Gardens 11.00 Stalls Open 12.30 Opening by the Mayor of Ely 2.00 Jacen unplugged with Harriet Maddox 2.35 The Caverners Duo 3.15 Shani dance 3.45 Jacen unplugged with Harriet Maddox 4.25 The Caverners Duo 5.00 Star Radio say goodbye and results of

competitions / raffle • Lavender Green 11.00 Stalls Open 12.00 Opening by the Mayor 12.15 Shani dance 2.00 4th Dimension Dance 2.30 Scouts prizegiving 2.45 K9 Dog Display 3.15 Ely Rocking Ukuleles 3.45 4th Dimension Dance 4.15 Prize draw and raft race results 4.30 K9 Dog Display 5.00 Closing announcements • Maltings Green The Ouse Washes Experience takes place on the 20th September. Not sure about what you are letting yourself in for?

Then come along and watch our promotional AV in our marquee located on Maltings Green. It will only take a few minutes out of your day, and you will be able to see the cycling route for this fabulous event. It stars miracle marathon man Gregg Brassett and local ‘goddess of the airwaves’ Sue Marchant.

It promises to be great fun!

You will have the opportunity of meeting Gregg in person and taking part in a static cycling challenge. There will be a cash prize for the winner of the best distance travelled in a given time.”

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Nearly 9 million people in the UK are struggling with debt....are you one of them?

If so, help is at hand.

There are some things we never talk about.

Many people struggle when it comes to discussing money; and in the wider community, there are few things causing a bigger ripple under the carpet than debt. It’s the elephant in the room, the ghost in the cash machine, the wolf at the door.

Debt is (also) a stealthy enemy. We can usually tell if a major purchase is affordable or not, but, multiple smaller purchases fuelled by the easy availability of debit and credit cards give us the opportunity for the habitual spending that pushes so many into a spiral of debt and despair.

Statistics tell us that the average household in the UK is carrying around £10,000 of unsecured debt. The burden of having little or no prospect of being able to repay, reduces self-esteem,

The Village Shop

An online shop selling a range of beautiful vintage inspired gifts and accessories for the home and garden.

Based in the village of Little Downham Find us on our website: www.the-village-shop.co.uk On Facebook: www.facebook.com/mmthevillageshop or Telephone:

07950457430

and increases anxiety and stress, leaving many with no apparent or 1accessible solution.

The local Churches, together with CAP (Christians Against Poverty) are providing free money management courses, and free help to those, who for whatever reasons, are struggling to cope with their financial pressures.

Even those of us who would consider ourselves to be a member of the ‘average’ UK household would benefit immensely from the practical advice and tips available from attending the 3 session CAP money course.

If you need help, or more information on the money course please email: cap_money@elychurches.org CAP is a registered charity and a national debt advice organisation.

Visit their website www.capuk.org for further details and to register for the next course scheduled for September this year.

‘The Village Shop’ is the brain child of Michelle Morris who started up the business a year ago, taking her love of interior design and opening up an online store. The aim was to combine her to work with looking after her two young children at home.

‘I have nothing but fun running my own business, sourcing amazing new items for the website is a dream and selling to local people is really lovely’ Next time you are on facebook pop over and like Michelle’s page, so that you can be kept up to date with all the gorgeous new items available.

Prices start from £3.00

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Look no further than Anglia Wines on the High Street, for your quality wines.

In Ely we are blessed with a growing number of independent retailers who are a passionate and knowledgeable about their goods and services.

Anglia Wines, at 1 High Street in Ely, carries a vast array of fine wine, spirits and beers from across the globe.

Rare and unusual spirits orders, even for just one bottle, can often be fulfilled within 7 days.

You’ll always receive a warm and unpretentious welcome from Matthew, the proprietor, who holds prestigious wine and spirit qualifications and has a depth of knowledge, after two decades of experience.

Should you be seeking guidance on food and wine pairings, unconventional gifts for family and friends or just expert advice on all things alcoholic, then look no further than Anglia Wines.

Handmade at Haddenham Festival 2015 Wed 1st July 4:30pm Outdoor Cinema screening of Matilda.

Tickets £5 Wed 1st July 8:30pm Outdoor Cinema screening of Some Like It Hot. Tickets £7.50 Thurs 2nd & Fri 3rd July 7:30pm Outdoor Live Theatre.

Tom’s Midnight Garden. Tickets £8.50/£6.50 Sat 4th July 7:30pm Garden Jazz Concert and Hog Roast.

Tickets £12.50/£9.50 Sat & Sun 4th & 5th July 10am - 5pm Handmade at Haddenham Action Arts and Craft Festival. Free Entrance. 40 artists making, demonstrating and selling their work. Live music, dancing, performers and children’s entertainment.

Pimm’s Tent and burger bar.

01353 749188

20 High Street Haddenham, Nr Ely, CB6 3XA All tickets available from Haddenham Galleries

www.haddenhamgallery.co.uk

1 HIGH STREET ELY CAMBS CB7 4LJ

THE KINGS ARMS St Mary’s Street Dogs welcome when accompanied by well behaved owners.

Bands July 4th Rock Road 11th The 142’s Band 25th Smokey Joes Aug 1st Lower Than Bones 8th Resolution 15th Blue Thunder 22nd Delta Pilots Quiz Nights July 7th and 21st August 4th and 18th Open mic night July 28th August 25th Register before 7.30pm Lunches daily all food homemade Live music every Saturday night!

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Local groups and meets

to update or add your group events please email: editor@elyimagazine.com

Ely Amateur Dramatic Society

The July show will be William Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest’. 22nd-25th July 7.30pm. Ely College, Downham Rd. Look out for local posters!

The society is always on the look out for new members who want to be either on or off stage. Facebook. www.elyamateurdramatics. org www.facebook.com/elyamateurdramatics

Ely & District Archaeological Society

No Talks in July or August. Resume in Sept.

Talks are at 8.00 pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Ely. Entry is via the gate at the rear of St. Mary’s Street Car Park, Ely. ADMISSION: Visitors £2.50 Members free.

See our web site: www.elyarchaeology.org.uk or phone: 01353 669326

Ely Arts Theatre

Want to find out about everything that is going on in the theatre and performance arts in and around Ely? Then join the Ely Arts Theatre network. Ely Arts Theatre is a community all about promoting all things theatre and performance or visual arts in Ely and the surrounding East Cambridgeshire area. We want to get more bums on seats for Ely & East Cambridgeshire theatre and performance arts events! So join the community at: www.elyartstheatre.org, find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/elyartstheatre or Twitter - @elyartstheatre

Cambridgeshire Community Archive Network

This is a web site for old and new photographs of Ely and the immediate area surrounding it.

Our web site is at: www.ccan.co.uk email:ely@ccan.co.uk Contribute photos etc by filling in the on line form on the website.

Samovar Tea Rooms

Poetry written and performed by poets including and hosted by Jonathan Totman the current Fenland Poet Laureate. 7.30pm on the 23rd of July

info@samovarteahouse.co.uk

C.A.T. Theatre Company

See our poster for details of Peter Pan - The Musical!

We mainly perform musicals and a Pantomime at Christmas time. We audition for our main shows and the Panto, but we also have show nights without auditions, where members perform their own choice of music. Our minimum age is 14yrs. apart from the Panto, where children may be younger.

Contact info: aafdawes@gmail.com Tel: 01353 664564

Ely Cathedral Calendar

Daily: 7.30am Morning Prayer 8.00am Holy Communion 12.10pm Holy Communion (Thursdays and Saints Days) 5.30pm Evensong Sundays: 8.15am Holy Communion 10.30am Sung Eucharist 4.00pm Evensong Tel: 01353 660300 www.elycathedral.org

Churches Together in Ely

Details of services throughout the year can be viewed on each church website.

New Connexions @ High Barns The Theatre, St Mary’s School, High Barns, Ely. www.newconnexionschurch.org.uk The Countess Free Church Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662396 www.countessely.co.uk Methodist Church Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662426 www.elyandnewmarket.com St Mary’s Church of England St Mary’s Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 659550 www.stmarysely.org St Peter’s Church of England Broad Street, Ely. www.elystpeterschurch.co.uk St Etheldreda’s Catholic Church Egremont Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662759 The Lighthouse, Lynn Road, Ely. Tel: 01353 662228 www.lighthouse-ely.org The Olive Tree Tel: 01353 662172 www.olivetree-ely.org.uk

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Ely Consort

Ely Consort is a Chamber choir of about 40 voices. We perform music in a wide variety of styles; our performance venues include Ely Cathedral as well as other local churches. Ely Consort has built up a performing reputation over the last 25 years, to be known as one of the premier Chamber Choirs in East Anglia. A reputation we are very proud of maintaining!

Membership by audition. Email us at info@elyconsort.org.uk Next Concert: 7.30pm Sat 4th July, ‘An American Dream’ at St Andrews Church Sutton Tickets £8/£10 on door www.ticketsource.co.uk/elyconsort

Ely Decorative & Fine Arts Society Non members welcome to meetings: £7 donation 7pm for 7.30pm, The Old Palace, Kings School, Palace Green. More info from: www.elydfas.org.uk

Ely Drop in

6-8pm Thursdays (term time only) The Cathedral Centre, Palace Green, Ely CB7 4EW for ages 13-18. Run by Youth support Services.

Contact Jo Hoblyn 07585 985533

The Ely Society

After serving as Ely’s civic society for 44 years The Ely Society is about to close and had its final talk on 10th June when Councillor Mike Rouse, one of the originators of the Society, gave a talk on how Ely had changed over the years. Its publications are expected to continue under another body and The City of Ely Perspective will take over the role of monitoring and commenting on planning applications.

Ely English Language Cafe Mondays 7pm, Tues & Fri at 10.30am Just drop in - all welcome.

The Kings Arms, St Mary’s Street for info: enfield4141@outlook.com

Ely Film Society

For the best in world cinema past and present!

Screenings are held in the Old Palace, King’s School, Palace Green, Ely on the 3rd Monday of every month at 7.30 pm. Annual and six-monthly subscriptions available or purchase a guest ticket for an individual show.

Contact 01353 668639 or 01353 656959 for more information, or visit our website for full programme and membership details: www.elyfilmsociety.com

Ely First Responders

Become a trained first aid volunteer. If you would like to make a difference in your community and are interested to find out more please contact 08456 013 733 for an introductory pack.

Ely Flower Club

ANNUAL SHOW - THURSDAY 2ND JULY 2015 Flowers and Fun Ely Flower Club Annual Show including Floral Competition & Quiz. Michael Thelwall, Fundraising Manager from Maggie’s Wallace will be presented with a cheque for £400. On arrival, all Members and Visitors will be given a voting slip, to vote for their choice of the best floral arrangement in each competition class, plus who you think is overall ‘Best in Show’.

Then there is a Quiz and Tea and Home-made Cake.

Please bring a mug and plate.

Start Time.7.15pm Venue: Needhams Hall, Ely College, Downam Road. Entrance: £5.00 visitors £2,00 Members.

Regular meetings are at Needhams Hall, Ely College. Annual Subscription Fees £17.50, per meeting, members £2.00, visitors £5.00 (incl. tea/coffee & biscuits). Contact: Grace Bent 01353 610436 elyflowerclub@hotmail.co.uk

Ely Foodbank

The food bank is run in partnership with Churches together in Ely. Donations can be left at collection points at Sainsbury, Tesco & Waitrose in Ely or brought to the food bank store on Barton Road. See website for times.

Emergency food needs and general enquiries: 01353 468626. email: info@elyfoodbank.org.uk www.ely.foodbank.org.uk

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Friends of Jubilee Gardens We are a friendly group of volunteers. Some of us enjoy fund raising, some prefer to take part in our monthly working parties but there are many other friends who like to support the gardens less actively by paying an annual subscription of £5. Friends are invited to fund raising and social events and receive a newsletter twice a year. If you would like to be involved in your Gardens please ring the current Chairman of the Friends, Pauline Sherwood on 01353 663716 www.jubileegardens-ely.org.uk

Ely Games Day

Every third Saturday of the month.

12pm – 10pm. Modern board games.

The Old Dispensary, St Mary’s Street, Ely £5.

For info go to www.elygamesday.com

Ely Heartbeat Health Walk Every Tuesday 2 pm, meets at entrance to Ely Cathedral, Minster Place, CB7 4DL. Grade 2, 60 minutes. www.walkingforhealth.org.uk

Ely High Badminton Club

Every Wednesday (term time) 7.30-9.30pm Ely College, Downham Road. Contact John Clarke on: 01353 699484 john.clarke@tesco.net

Ely Humanists

Meets at Ely Library Meeting Room First Saturday of each month, 10 -11.30am For more info go to www.ely.humanist.org.uk

Knit & Knatter

Yarn On The Square, 22, Market Place, Ely, CB7 4NT / Cost £2.

Every Wednesday either morning (10-12) or evening (7-9pm) you can come and join us for some social knitworking. We will offer our help and support alongside tea, coffee, a glass of wine and a few nibbles such as cakes and crisps. Anyone and everyone welcome.

Hope to see you soon!

St Mary’s Church, St mary’s Street, Ely

Big Screen Film Showing of ‘The Cross and the Switchblade’ Sat 4th July 6.45pm. Entry Free, Refreshments on sale Call 01353 659550

Ely Library

Ouse Festival event - Talk from award-winning local author Victor Watson Friday 31st July 10:30-11:30am, Ely Library, Tickets £1 – refundable against the price of a book Age: 8years+ All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Summer Craft Events Wednesday 10:30-11:30am Tickets: £2 All Ages welcome All children must be accompanied by an adult Craft Workshop Wednesday 5th August 10:30 -11:30am Age: 7years+ Tickets: £2.50 All children must be accompanied by an adult Take the Record Breaking Summer Reading Challenge at your local Library this Summer!

You can sign up for the Record Breaker Summer Reading Challenge from Sat July11th then start collecting your reading reward stickers once the Summer holidays begin.

To find out about the Reading Challenge and other events and activities taking place in your Library this summer, look out for the posters in the library OR logon to www.cambridgeshire.net

The Lions Club of Littleport We are the Lions Club of Littleport, working at raising funds for charities and individuals be it Local, National or Internationally.

For more details of the club contact; David Ellis 01353 664318 / 07817 592438 http://www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/littleport

Littleport Lions Korfball

Every Tuesday evening, Littleport Leisure Centre, Camel Rd. All year round, new players can get two free trial sessions at any time of year. For more information, contact Andy on andrewdunlop@hotmail.com, or visit the Lions website: www.littleport-lions.co.uk We’re on Facebook or watch our introductory video on YouTube by searching for “This is Korfball”.

Lighthouse Centre Monday Club

2nd & 4th Monday 11am - 2pm Lighthouse Centre, 13 Lynn Rd Tel: 01353 66228 Dave@garagecommunitytrust.org

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Ely Milks

Thursdays 1.30pm-2.30pm (Free) Breastfeeding support. Ely Milks is a charitable organisation providing information and support for mums who are breastfeeding. At The Cathedral Centre, Palace Green, Ely CB7 4EW Contact: Mary Barnes 01353 727188 / www.facebook.com/elybreastfeeding

The Friends of Ely Museum.

No Talks in July and August Further info: www.elymuseum.org.uk/about or 01353 661162. Cost of meetings £2.00

The Order of St Etheldreda The Order of St. Etheldreda is the fund-raising arm of Ely Cathedral Trust.

If you would like further details on how to join The Order please contact OofSE@elycathedral.org or telephone 01353 660363

Neighbourhood Watch

Neighbourhood Watch exists to work with the local police force to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour, and also to encourage neighbourliness. This provides an increased feeling of security for the local residents.

In Ely there are 32 areas and each area is looked after by a coordinator whose role is to be a link between the neighbours and the police. For info contact Kevin Evans at 01353 614892 or kevin.g.evans@ntlworld.com

The Olive Tree

Olive Cafe: Fridays 10am -12pm (Free) Olive Tree Church, 15a Silver Street. Open Door Cafe offers a friendly setting in which to meet others over freshly brewed tea or coffee and homemade cake. There is no agenda, simply a welcome for those who might like to get out and meet other people for a couple of hours. (donations for refreshments) UNDER ONES: Parents & Babies Group. A group for babies under a year old, providing a relaxed atmosphere for babies and for parents and carers to socialise. No need to book, just turn up and there is a fee of just £1 per baby. Hot and cold refreshment provided.

UNDER TWOS:

Parent and carers toddler Group. This also another group aimed at parents and carers with children under two years of age. Again this is a less boisterous group for children just starting to walk and not yet in pre-school.

No booking required, just turn up and there is a fee of £1.50 per child. Hot and cold refreshments provided.

These are a highly recommended group by the community mid-wives, Ely Children center and by the mums.

The Olive Tree Tel: 01353 662172 www.olivetree-ely.org.uk

Parisian Swing

Wednesday 22nd July Samovar Tea House 23 Forehill, Ely 7-9.30pm Free entry Gypsy Jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. 1st Sunday of every month at The Cutter Inn, Annesdale, Ely, 8.00-10.00.

Free admission. Ring 01353 656959 for more information. www.parisianswing.com

Isle of Ely Philatelic Society Meets at Ely College, Downham Road, 7.00pm for 7.30pm. Check notice board at Community Desk for designated room.

Subscription £7.00 per year. For further information and a copy of the programme please contact our Hon. Sec. on 01354 659358.

Ely Photographic Club

Wednesdays 7.30pm (annual subscription) Nick Bowman Tel: 01353 664085

Ely & District Model Railway Club

Our friendly, inclusive Club moved has moved into a purpose converted new Clubroom.

We now have plenty of room to build our two new exhibition layouts. We meet on Tuesday evenings and additionally at other times.

You can learn new skills/share common interests. We also organise a well-respected exhibition in Ely each May. Anyone over 18 interested in joining can visit us a couple of times to see if they like it. Then Membership is £10/month. In the first instance, please contact the Club Secretary on 01480 454857 or via e-mail: crofters@ntlworld.com to arrange a visit, or make contact via our website: www.elymrc.org.uk

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Ely Hereward Rotary Club

Wednesday evening meetings at the Lamb Hotel. The meetings are a mixture of fellowship, guest speakers, even and fundraising planning and outside visits. For more information about our club, please contact Frank Connolly on 01366 386973 or email: fac@lineone.net website: www.rotaryclubely-hereward.org

Ely Runners

Tues & Thurs 7pm Paradise Centre Membership Sec: Richard Hill - secretary@elyrunners.co.uk

Ely Scrabble Club

Alternate Thursdays 1-3pm, Ely Library. £1.50 members, £2 non members For more info call: 07939 104 173

Ely Sailing Club

Ely Sailing Club is based at Roswell Pits in Ely, over 40 acres of attractive fresh water with islands, trees and banks. The sailing is always interesting, challenging and fun. There is dry launching directly from jetties, and crews are able to sail without getting their feet wet. We are a recognised Royal Yachting Association (RYA) training centre and have also been awarded RYA Champion Club status for our race coaching.

Sailing takes place between Easter and the end of October on Thursday and Friday evenings and Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Full details can be found on our website www.elysailingclub.org

Sing! Choirs – Ely

Tuesday or Thursday evening (you choose one of the evenings). No auditions, no need to be able to read music, just enjoy singing!

Contact Kathryn Rowland on: kathryn@singchoirs.com or call 01353 662022 for more details on how to join.

Sugar in the Isle

Meets monthly (except Aug & Dec) 7.30pm The Hub Tea Room, Lynn Rd Demonstrations by local experts. Membership fee £20 / Meeting fee £1.50 & £5 visitors

Ely Watercolour Workshop

The Ely Watercolour Workshop is a friendly group, with some members who have been part of the group since it started in the autumn of 1994. We do have new members joining every term, some are experienced watercolourists and others, beginners. We are a self-help group and members themselves, sometimes give demonstrations. The weekly programme suggests a topic for people to paint, or people can always work on their own project if they prefer. It is informal, with opportunities for coffee and discussions or facilities for more serious painting. We meet in Ely Community College, and in the summer term try to paint outside, at various venues, weather permitting. We hold 2 exhibitions in the Almonry Restaurant each year to sell members’ work and raise money for local charities. Price: £12 per term Tel: 01353 776103

Ely Wildlife Watch

Wildlife watch is a junior branch of the Wildlife Trust. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or carer.

Ely Wildlife Watch - Watery Worlds - Saturday 4th July. Meet at 2pm in Fisherman’s carpark, Willow Walk, Ely to find out what is living on and in the water around Roswell Pits.

Donations of 50p per child welcome towards costs.

For further information contact Clive on 01353 610224.

Ely Local Group of the Wildlife Trust

Ely Sinfonia

Sinfonia enquiries: 01353 721007

7.45 pm Vernon Cross Room, Ely Museum For info contact: Will on (01353) 661339 or willburdett@btinternet.com

The Stained Glass Museum

Ely Wildspace BioBlitz 2015

The Stained Glass Museum holds workshops, family drop-ins and lectures throughout the year. For more information please visit www.stainedglassmuseum.com or contact curator@stainedglassmuseum.com or 01353 660355.

5pm Friday 3 July to 5pm Saturday 4 July Find Basecamp at Pocket Park Welcome to the first Ely Wildspace BioBlitz!

We invite you come along and discover the diversity of life on our doorstep. We aim to find as many species as we can in 24 hours, with the help of YOU and our wildlife experts. There

35 are many activities throughout the 24 hours for you to book onto, including bat walks, bird walks, wildlife craft activities and much more.

Each one will help you find out more about the plants and animals that live right under our noses, under our feet or over our heads... See how many you can identify by the end of the BioBlitz Events are free and most are suitable for all ages.

Further pre-bookable activities will be released so do check the website. http://www.elywildspace.org.uk

Ely City Women’s Institute

We meet every second Monday of the month, 7.30 pm - 9.45 pm at The Old Dispensary, 13 St Mary’s Street, Ely, Cambs, CB7 4ER New members will pay a pro-rata subscription depending on the quarter in which they join Next meetings: 13th July, Ruth Sindall Brush embroidery. Competition: Red: best item made on the night. No August meeting.

For info contact: 01353 663787 email: ruth.g.sindall@btconnect.com wielycity.wix.com/home / Twitter: @ElyCityWI

St Mary’s CE Junior School Presents

Tues 14th July 7pm Wed 15th July 2pm & 7pm The Maltings, Ely Musical Director, Hazel Law Director Sophie Edwards

Tickets £5/£3

available from the School Office, High Barns.

Tel: 01353 662163

The Wildlife Trust Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire Registered Charity No: 1000412

Ely Wildlife Watch Watery Worlds

Saturday 4 July 2pm Find out what is living on and in the water around the Country Park.

Ely Bioblitz is on here all day as well if you want more wildlife!

Meet in Fisherman’s Carpark, Willow Walk, Ely. Donation of 50p per child welcome Four spot chaser Terry Moore

Wildlife Watch is the junior branch of the Wildlife Trust.

Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or carer.

For further information contact Clive 01353 610224 To find out about your local Wildlife Trust visit www.wildlifebcn.org

Come and join in the fun in this wonderful, feel-good school version of the famous musical, Joseph and his Technicolor Dreamcoat, performed by the talented children of St. Mary’s School together with the wider school community including Blue Haze Choir, parents and a live band!

Musical Director, Hazel Law says ‘We are delighted to be at the Maltings and singing to a larger audience. It’ll be a great experience for the children, and hopefully the audience too!

A percentage of any profits will go to support the work of Lewin Ward at Addenbrookes.

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Lovely fabrics, sewing supplies, books & magazines, workshops, sewing machine sales, servicing & repairs

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Music and movement group for 0-4 year olds We’d love for you to join us.

Places book up fast though, so best get a wriggle on!

Classes in Ely on Monday, Tuesday and Friday Contact us!

Annabel and Emma on 07851 994196 enquiries@wriggletots.co.uk /wriggletots Sing. Dance. Play. Wriggle.

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Coming up…Ely & The Performing Arts A selection of what’s going on in the area by Matt Harvey, Ely Arts Theatre www.facebook.com/elyartstheatre Summer sees two local theatre productions hit the stage – Shakespeare’s most magical play ‘The Tempest’ and a classic 60’s musical comedy reimagined for modern audiences, ‘Half a Sixpence’.

In July, City of Ely Amateur Dramatic Society present William Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest’ at Ely College, Downham Road from Wed 22nd to Sat 25th July. Undoubtedly one of Shakespeare’s most mystical and magical plays; the story is set on an enchanted island where a marooned old magician seeks retribution against his wicked brother. Brought to life with a cast of twenty performers, the play is a spellbinding mix of comedy, romance and drama. Performances start at 7.30pm. Tickets are £8/£8.50 and can be brought from their website - www.elyamateurdramatics.org - or through the box office Burrows Bookshop, High Street Passage, Ely 01353 669759.

Fancy a musical comedy? Viva group presents ‘Half A Sixpence’ – originally a 1960’s musical but re-imagined for today’s audience. The show is about two friends - Kipps and Ann – who before being parted as children cut a sixpence in half and keep one half each.

Years later they meet again and re-kindle their childhood friendship. But then everything changes. You’ll have to go and see the show to find out what! Performances are from Wed 29th - Friday 31st July at The Brook, Soham. Visit their website to buy tickets: www.viva-group.org.uk/book-tickets

The Isle of Ely Festival continues into July, running until Sunday 12th.

Events will include the Haddenham Festival, Ely Consort and the Cambridge Philharmonic Society performing Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius at Ely Cathedral.

Visit www.isleofelyartsfestival.org.uk or call 01353 616991 for more information.

Further afield in Cambridge, the Arts Theatre offers Romeo & Juliet, The History Boys, Mrs Warren’s Profession, Talking Heads and Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None. At the ADC Theatre, Stoppard’s Arcadia and J B Preistley’s When We Were Married form part of a packed programme.

Matt Harvey Ely Arts Theatre www.facebook.com/elyartstheatre

photo: Doug Stuart

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Discover the benefits of aloe vera Looking for professional and affordable advice and care to keep you on your feet? Contact Fiona today. Appointments are available in your own home or at Fiona’s Littleport treatment room.

Nail filing & trimming Reduction of thickened nails Removal of hard skin & calluses Treatment of corns & cracked heels Diabetic foot care & assessment Fiona Gilbert MCFHP MAFHP Member of the Open College of Foot Health Professionals.

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Gateway Counselling Ely A safe, non-judgmental, confidential space in which to talk about difficult or distressing thoughts, emotions, relationships or life experiences Short- or long-term counselling available for individual adults and couples For more information, or to make an initial appointment, call 07791 748621 or email katy.coutts@ntlworld.com

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SWING ALONG WITH MONKEY MUSIC! Monkey Music, the award winning pre-school music group for children aged 3 months - 4 yrs across the UK, runs Weekly Classes, Parties and Holiday Workshops in Ely, Histon and Cambridge. Littleport classes are coming soon.

Founded in Dulwich South East London in 1993, Monkey Music nurtures a child’s natural love of music so it will last a lifetime. Based on an exciting and progressive curriculum, Monkey Music provides weekly music classes that are entertaining, educational and are imaginatively taught by specialist teachers who gently encourage social and musical skills within a fun, stimulating and friendly environment.

Classes are small and tailor-made, and the teachers make full use of the lively 30 minute classes to captivate the children using a winning combination of catchy music, percussion instruments, visual props and boundless energy with lots of opportunities for the children to experiment with the instruments and make music of their own.

Over 300 traditional and original songs, musical games and exciting movement ideas are used throughout the curriculum, with the children grouped in classes according to their age.

Unique to Monkey Music is their newest curriculum which has been specially written for babies from 3 months in response to huge demand from parents, who are increasingly aware of the importance of introducing their children to music from as young an age as possible. Called “Rock’n’Roll”, each class is themed around the everyday life of a very young child and is a special time in the week for parents and carers to enjoy the sensory experience of sound together with their baby.

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To find out more, or to book a complimentary class, please contact Catherine on: 01353 668622 or ely.cambridge@monkeymusic.co.uk Visit the interactive Monkey Music website at www.monkeymusic.co.uk, which is packed with fun pictures to colour in, music to listen to, competitions to enter and more information about Monkey Music and its merry band of teachers!

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Monkey Music Ely and Cambridge E: ely.cambridge@monkeymusic.co.uk

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This July, 323 Cambridge Open Studio artists will be taking part in 219 different locations.

There will be a wide range of artistic media to see, including painters, sculptors, jewellers, photographers, illustrators, furniture makers and many more.

112 new artists have joined for 2015, promising an even greater variety of art and events for the public to enjoy.

Over the weekends of July 4/5, 11/12, 18/19, 25/26, artists will open their doors free of charge, welcoming the public to view their work, learn how it’s created and even in some cases, try your hand. Covering the whole county, the Open Studios initiative includes many outlying towns and villages as well as Cambridge city itself.

COS aims to bring artists together with the public, making studios and workshops accessible at certain times of the year. Working to demystify art and spread the word about the enormous amount of talent we have living and working in our county today, the annual summer Open Studios initiative sees hundreds of artists opening their workshops and studios to the public to share their craft.

The organisation promotes the making of original works of art and craft, and works to forge a lasting relationship between local people and local makers. Participating studios will be open from 11am – 6pm though it is worth pointing out not all studios are open on all of the weekends, so do check the website www.camopenstudios.co.uk for opening dates or refer to the free Guide Book which lists all artists and groups participating.

It really is a wonderful day out. Pick up your Guide Book, plan yourself a route and why not take in a pub lunch along the way. And remember to look out for the synonymous yellow flags that will be flying outside the ‘open’ studios.

Entry: FREE To find out more visit www.camopenstudios.co.uk

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D Silcock Construction would be delighted to quote for your building project!

We are a modest building company based in the sleepy hamlet of Black Horse Drove, closely situated to the out skirts of Ely and surrounding Villages.

With over 25 years experience in the construction industry, covering all aspects of the building trade, we are confident that we have a package that suits your needs.

Our team of trades persons are all locally based contractors with the knowledge and skills to serve your requirements. We pride ourselves in being able to serve the local community with our prompt and friendly service.

We are only a phone call or email away, whatever your construction related enquiry may be and we are happy to chat through your project however large are small with no obligation.

We have a large portfolio of previous and current contracts combined with a reference list of locally based clients - past and present - who can be contacted. You can also see pictures of previous projects on our facebook page.

We offer you a competitive local service which you can rely on time and time again and we strive to achieve the highest standards of craftsmanship from start to finish.

As part of our caring ethos we support our service men and women in the armed forces and have chosen to support help for Heroes and The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, so part of the proceeds of any job undertaken will go towards their ongoing support through work wear and direct cash funding.

Call us today to get a competitive quotation from us - a construction company that cares. After all, we are your Local Builders.

TEL: 01353 862400

NATIONAL NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH WEEK 20th-28th June

Neighbourhood Watch is, once again, thriving in East Cambs.

Membership has increased by 50% in the last seven years and in Ely there are 33 active Neighbourhood Watch groups. However that still leaves room for more. Neighbourhood Watch was established to work with the local police force to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour and also the fear of it. This support to the police force is as important now as it ever was.

In addition to supporting the police, Neighbourhood Watch is there to encourage neighbourliness and improve the quality of life for local residents and tenants.

Many residents, particularly the elderly or those living alone can benefit from the appointed Neighbourhood watch co-ordinator in their area. Might you be such a person?

Another benefit of the scheme is that many home insurance companies give a reduction on insurance premiums for residents in a Neighbourhood Watch area. Such reductions are always welcome, but it also serves as a strong endorsement of the benefit of Neighbourhood Watch – large insurance companies are not renowned for giving something for nothing, so they obviously see the benefit.

If you want to keep your neighbourhood safe, or improve safety and security in your neighbourhood, find out how Neighbourhood Watch can help.

Phone Kevin Evans on 01353 614892.

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D SILCOCK (CONSTRUCTION) The Local Builders

Extensions & Alterations - Loft Conversions and Conservatories Fireplaces and Multifuel Stoves Garden Makeovers, Fencing & Hard Landscaping Kitchens & Bathrooms Reinforcement Works & Lime Mortar Restoration Property Modernisation and Disabled Access Commercial Maintenance Planning & Building Regulations - Full Design and Build Package With over 25 years experience in the construction industry Approachable, Prompt, Friendly Service Why not get a quotation from the construction company that cares.

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50 divided into six groups, who read each week in rotation. The news is supplied on memory sticks and a digital player is provided free of charge. The service is supported by donations and grants.

Fenprobe Talking News was the brainchild of Tony May, who became blind in his early thirties.

Coming into contact with other blind and partially sighted people during rehabilitation, he realised how easy it was to become isolated from the local community. He envisaged a completely free audio service to the blind and partially sighted of East Cambridgeshire, with the local news recorded and played on the newly popular cassette players. After successful fundraising activity, the first recording went out at Christmas 1978 to around twenty people in the district.

Thirty seven years later, Fenprobe TN still brings the local news from the Ely Standard and Ely News in an audio version to around seventy listeners. There are over forty volunteers,

Anyone who cannot read normal print comfortably is eligible to join. Listeners have often referred to the service gratefully as a life line. We are particularly interested in volunteers to train as sound recording technicians as well as readers. For more information about volunteering or becoming a listener, please contact the secretary on 01353 861153 or apply via our website: fenprobe.exintra.net

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