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Patients rate their overall experience of Derriford’s Emergency Department as ‘good’, a national survey has revealed.

In a survey by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust’s Emergency Department (referred to as Accident & Emergency in this survey) has scored well, with over eight out of ten patients feeling they had an overall ‘good experience’.

In particular, of the 387 responses the CQC received regarding Derriford Hospital (a 31% response rate), an average nine out of ten patients (or higher) felt that the doctor or nurse listened to what they had to say; that the doctor or nurse was sensitive to their feelings; and that they had confidence and trust in the doctors and nurses examining and treating them.

In comparison to the other 136 NHS Trusts across England, Derriford Hospital scored well on most questions, but in particular the Trust was rated 5th highest for the provision of information about potential medication side effects when patients were discharged.

Greg Dix, chief nurse and operating officer, said: “It’s really important that our patients feel they have been made fully aware of

important symptoms to look out for, when they are discharged.

“According to the CQC report, just over half of people across the UK feel they aren’t getting enough information. But here at Derriford, it’s clear that our patients feel that they are leaving the Emergency Department well informed”.

Jayne Glynn, patient experience manager, added: “The results show that we compare favourably with other Emergency Departments. This translates into better care for our patients, which is what we are striving to achieve.

“The survey correlates with recent results from the Friends and Family test, where 95% of those surveyed said they would recommend the Emergency Department to friends or family needing emergency treatment.

“Demand for our services has increased dramatically this year, yet the patients are still rating us well. This is clearly a tribute to the hard work of all our staff under often challenging circumstances.”

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Plymouth MP’s ‘harrowing visit’ to meet child refugees in Calais these children, who have family in the UK, must wait months and months to be reunited with their relatives.”

One of Plymouth’s three MP’s, Luke Pollard recently made the journey to Calais to visit child refugees with the nonprofit organisation, Safe Passage UK.

There has been much criticism for the abandonment of a scheme set up by Lord ‘Alf’ Dubs, himself a refugee, who had fled to the UK from Czechoslovakia, from the Nazis when he was six years old. Under the Dubs Scheme Britain had planned to take in 3000 child refugees, but to date far fewer children have been accepted.

Luke made this trip to see for himself the situation unaccompanied children are living in just hours away from Plymouth and to better understand how the British and French governments can better help these vulnerable children fleeing war and conflict.

Safe Passage is an organisation that helps unaccompanied children and vulnerable adults access safe and legal routes to asylum. So far, their work has helped 1,150 refugee children arrive safely and legally into the UK, and given 200 unaccompanied refugee children sanctuary in the UK. The trip was organised with the help of local woman, Faraday Fearnside who runs the not for profit organisation Open Hearts Open Borders, as a cross-party visit. Luke and the Labour MP Andy Slaughter, travelled alongside Conservative MP, Henry Smith.

On the trip, taking place less than a year after the demolition of the ‘Jungle’ camp, Luke visited areas where refugees are given food and the warehouses where donations are distributed to the refugee community. Luke listened to the people working with the unaccompanied

Last month following the trip, Luke spoke in the House of Commons for an urgent debate on what can be done to speed up the process for the child refugees sleeping rough in Calais, to be reunited with their families in Britain.

Luke Pollard MP and Faraday Fearnside in Calais

child refugees to understand why it takes up to eight months for children, some as young as eight years old, to get their cases properly dealt with by the UK and French authorities.

Faraday Fearnside explained: “Their situation is such a desperate one. These children are incredibly vulnerable, and are being left to fend for themselves, living in bushes and under trees, being tear gassed by French authorities - I have seen for myself how unsafe it is for them in Calais and have witnessed how they are living - it is simply wrong and totally unjustifiable in our society today.

Luke said: “I expected a harrowing day but there are some things that you can’t prepare yourself for. These children are susceptible to trafficking and smugglers - no child should be ever left in such physically and emotionally harmful circumstances. I am deeply disturbed by the desperate conditions I have seen children, unaccompanied, as young as eight years old sleeping rough in Calais, who are trying to reach their family in the UK. “It is a disgrace that is it quicker to get to Calais from Westminster than it is to get from Plymouth from Westminster and yet

A parliamentary debate is to be held to mark the anniversary of the destruction of the Jungle Camp in Calais, and Safe Passage are holding a day of action outside parliament.

Local people are encouraged to write to their MP to show their support for these children; and Safe Passage are asking schools and communities to join the organisation in writing letters to the children, showing their support for their right to be reunited with their families in Britain.

For more ways to get involved please contact info@ohob.org.uk, Open Hearts Open Borders, and Safe Passage UK on Facebook or visit www.safepassage.org.uk

Age UK Plymouth boosted by donation from the Santander Foundation Age UK Plymouth has received £4680 to fund Memory Lane sessions for people with memory loss or dementia at it’s Active Ageing centre in Plymstock.

The donation was provided by the Santander Foundation, which offers Discovery Grants to UK registered charities for projects that help disadvantaged people in local communities.

Age UK Plymouth provides a wide range of services for people over the age of 50, older carers and carers of older people.

The Charity offers support, advice and social engagement opportunities to help people maintain their independence, health and wellbeing.

The grant will support weekly ‘Memory Lane’ sessions where people with memory loss can come along to enjoy music, singing, activities and reminiscing.

The sessions will also provide carers with the opportunity to meet with others in the same situation to both socialise and gain information to help them in their caring roles.

Lynne Hodgson, fundraising and marketing manager at Age UK Plymouth said: “ We have an ageing population and we are seeing more older people needing support to help them remain independent for longer. The grant from Santander will allow us to provide a much needed service for those people with memory loss or dementia. The Memory Lane sessions will be fun, meaningful and interactive and will give everyone, including carers,

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the opportunity to meet new people and socially engage.”

Elaine Bleazard, branch manager at Santander’s Plymouth city centre branch. said: “The Santander Foundation makes hundreds of donations every year to good

causes throughout the UK. “We are committed to playing a key part in the community and we are delighted to be supporting Age UK Plymouth and hope the donation makes a real difference to local people.”

Chance to take part in a free art tour!

Plymouth-based arts organisation Take A Part and Horizon - a new two year visual arts project in the city - are working together to put on a series of guided ‘Plain Speaking Tours’ for the ‘We The People Are The Work’ exhibition.

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‘We The People Are The Work’ is a major visual arts project that explores ideas of power, protest and the public. The project has built connections between the people of Plymouth and five internationally renowned artists, the outcome of which is a multi-site exhibition that will be on display until November 18.

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Congratulations to the winners of the Pennywell Farm competition in the September edition. First prize of a group saver season ticket for five people in 2018 went to Mrs L Eldridge of Elburton. Two runner up prizes of family day tickets for four people went to Mrs Carhart, also of Elburton and Nicki Cherrett from St Budeaux.

Crazy Glue will guide you around each of the gallery spaces, leading you on a tour of the artworks and helping discussions take place. Tours are taking place on November 4 and 11. Individuals and groups are welcome to go along. The tours are free and there is no need to book. Visit the exhibition website at www. wethepeoplearethe.work for details of venues and timings.

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Music, Speech and Drama Festival Various dates The Plymouth Festivals for Music, Speech and Drama will be taking place throughout November. The Instrumental Section will be on November 17t and 18 and the Vocal Section on the November 25 from 10am through to 7.30pm. Both festivals will take place at Sherwell Church, North Hill, Plymouth. The Speech and Drama Festival will be at The Future Inn from November 20 to 24. The Festival offers participants the opportunity to perform on a public stage in front of an audience thus providing a learning experience in a safe environment where they can receive encouraging feedback from an experienced adjudicator. Performers will range from young children to adults and spectators will be made very welcome.

Tickets can be purchased at the door.

Plymouth Area Police Choir Oct 27 Wesley Church, Saltash in aid of the Sue Hopper Foundation at 7pm.

Multi Charity Christmas Card Shop Oct 31 - Dec 15 Held in the foyer of the Plymouth Guildhall, Cards for Good Causes keeps its operating costs to an absolute minimum, so charities receive at least 70p for every £1 from their card sales out of which they have to pay for production and distribution of their cards and any VAT. The shop, staffed by local volunteers, is open Monday to Saturday from 10am - 4pm.

Table Top Sale Nov 4 Onward House Community Centre, 55 Greenbank Road, Plymouth 2pm to 4pm. Details 07722 308462.

Scratch Messiah Concert Nov 4 Stoke Damerel Church, Paradise Road, Stoke. Under the baton of Trefor Farrow. £10 per person participation for ongoing church restoration. Meet together for rehearsal in the church at 2pm. Mid session tea break around 5.30pm for one hour or so. Snacks can be eaten in the Parish Centre.

Beverages/soup/rolls provided. Concert at 7pm. Tickets on the door £5 per head. Light refreshments available following the performance Please contact Marilyn Goldsbrough 01752 564847/07890165524 Fundraising Sale Nov 4 Mount Gould Methodist Church. 20p entrance. bric a brac, refreshments including baked goods, adult and good children’s clothes, raffle and books. Everyone welcome.

11am - 12.30pm.

Bonfire Night Nov 5 The Hoe. Plymouth Hoe will be hosting a bonfire and fireworks display for Bonfire Night. There’ll be fairground rides, catering stands and a whole host of entertainment. As the night draws in and the temperature drops, this event is sure to warm up when the bonfire is lit and the fireworks display is set off from the citadel.

Christmas Craft Table Top Sale Nov 11 Organised by the Women’s Rendezvous at Hope Baptist Church from 10am to 12 noon. Proceeds shared with Derriford Children’s Cancer Service. Hope Baptist Church Hall, Peverell Corner, Peverell. Various tables and homemade cakes for sale, also tea and coffee available. For more information contact Shirley Cuff on 01752 364952 Remembrance Sunday Nov 12 Royal Naval Memorial, The Hoe The annual ceremony will start at 11am with a two minute silence. Members of the public and local organisations will be invited to pay their respects and lay their personal wreaths at the end of the service.

Remembrance in Crownhill Nov 11 Crownhill Methodist Church will be open between 10am and 12 noon. All welcome to come along to share in reflection and remembrance.The two minutes silence will be observed at 11am.

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Rhymetimes Central Library Every Monday and Wednesday from 11am, Every Wednesday from 2pm Crownhill Library Every Tuesday from 2.15pm Efford Library Every Tuesday from 10.30am North Prospect Library Every Tuesday from 2.15pm Peverell Library Every Monday from 2pm (booking needed 01752 305633) Every Friday from 11am (booking needed 01752 305633) Plympton Library Every Thursday from 2pm Every Saturday from 10.30am (Under 5s club) Plymstock Library Every Thursday from 2.15pm (booking needed 01752 306606) Every Saturday from 10am Devonport Library Every Saturday from 11am St Budeaux Library Every Thursday from 10am Southway Library Every Wednesday from 10am Storytimes Central Library: every Wednesday from 2pm (storytime and crafts) Gadget sessions Get tips and advice on how to make the most of iPads, tablets, smartphones, e-readers and more. Find out how to use your library card to download free eBooks and magazines.

Central Library Weekly on Tuesday afternoons 2pm to 3.30pm Peverell Library Fortnightly on Thursdays 10.30 to 12 noon Plymstock Library Fourth Tuesday of the month 2-m to 3.30pm Plympton Library First Wednesday of the month 2pm to 4pm Southway Library Last Thursday of the month 2.30pm to 3.30pm Red Velvet Cinema Every other Wednesday.

Come along and watch a Classic film, such as Casablanca or Some Like it Hot, then share your memories of the film and where you saw it over tea and cake. We aim to take you on a trip down memory lane through conversation & companionship.

If this sounds just the ticket then join us every other Wednesday at 10.30am at Devonport Live Café in George Street, Devonport.

For more information phone 941342.

Knitting Group Wednesdays The Real Friends knitting and crochet group meets every Wednesday in the function room in Devonport Park 2pm-4pm.

It’s free. If you like knitting or you just want to make new friends do come and join us.

Hooe’s Place Cafe St John’s Church Hall, Hooe,. Open to all. 10.30am - 11.30am for coffee. Freshly cooked lunches from 11.45am - 1.30pm. St John’s Church open through the hall 10.30am - 2pm. The only bus now travelling to Hooe is No. 2 every 20 minutes stopping outside the church.

Lunches Lunches are available at Stoke Damerel Church Paradise Road PL1 5QL on Mondays (not Bank Holiday) and Tuesdays from 12 noon to 2pm. Donations only. Soup, garlic bread, dessert, beverages. All welcome, bring friends.

Devonport Folk Music Session Second Sunday of the month 3pm-5pm. Bristol Castle, 6 Duncan St (off Duke St) Devonport, PL1 4EP. See www.flaxey-green.co.uk for details.

Costa Healing Rooms Meet at Costa, New George Street, c/o Old Town Street every Wednesday 2.30pm - 4.30pm Healing Rooms Meet at Shekinah Traning Centre, 24 Stonehouse Street, Plymouth on Mondays at 7.30 - 9pm (Not bank holidays) Events at Mainstone Community Centre Beginners line dance class 6.15 pm -7.15 pm Thursday evening.

Cost £4; Bingo every Wednesday night,cost £6; healthy activities hour, Monday 11 am to 12 noon. Free to all ages, all abilities.

Active Steps Mondays Over 50s Movement Class run by Elder Tree at Stoke Damerel Church, Paradise Road from 11am to 12 noon. £1.50 per session. Finish up with a coffee or lunch in church after the class. All welcome. Exercises can be done seated or with support of a chair. Call 01752 227447 for more details. details. Tel. 01752 600633 Road to Recovery Group of Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting every Friday at St Matthias Church Hall, North Hill.

Doors open 6.30pm. Meeting 7pm- 9pm. If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you are welcome to attend. Family, friends, health professionals etc also welcome. Contact: Matt 07766 006 153 or Jo 07918 141715. AA Helpline: 0800 9177 650

Rock and Reel in Plymouth

The epic International Reel Rock Film Tour is returning to Plymouth in November, bringing a night of thrilling climbing and adventure films to venues across England and Wales.

The tour starts in Plymouth on Saturday November 18 at the Reel Cinema and finishes in London with a threenight run at the end of November. The tour will premier four new films, starring top adventurers as they take on mind-blowing challenges in spectacular locations all around the world.

Join 19-year-old Margo Hayes as she pushes mind and body to the absolute limit to attempt to become the first woman to climb the gruelling grade 5.15; and take the plunge with Chris Sharma, the world’s greatest practitioner of deep water soloing – climbing ropeless above the sea – as he tackles a spectacular, sweeping route in Mallorca, with plenty of heart-stopping plummets into the water along the way.

In its 12th year, the Reel Rock Film Tour travels to four continents, and 2017 is the sixth year it has toured the UK. Audiences can expect incredible cinematography, big laughs and serious inspiration, as well as prize giveaways that add to the event’s festival feel.

For tickets and further information, visit www.reelrock.co.uk.

Friday Night Bingo Fridays 7:30pm at Hooe and Tunchapel Community Centre. Tea, coffee and biscuits. Weekly raffles and late raffle once a month. Why not give us a try! Contact 01752 408441 for mor details.

St Budeaux Writers’ Group Fortnightly on Thursdays Meetings are held every fortnight at St Budeaux Library on Thursday evenings 5.30 to 6.30pm. For more details, email sallytenbury@yahoo.com. There are writing themes each meeting, but if there is anything that writers would like to bring to the meeting, then they can do so.

Hooe & Turnchapel Ladies Group Meets at the Hooe & Turnchapel Community Centre on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Speakers on various subjects, all ladies welcome. For more information please ring Plymouth 311931.

Scottish Country Dancing Mondays at Trinity United Reform Church at Hartley. We dance between 7.30 and 10pm with a break for a cup of tea and a biscuit. We are a very friendly group and beginners will be made really welcome. Partners are not needed just soft shoes and a sense of humour. For further details contact Valerie on 01752 220241 Plymouth Die-Cast Model Collectors Club First Wednesday of the month A club for anyone interested in or a collector of old toys, Dinky, Corgi, Tinplate etc. The September meeting will be the Club’s 25th Anniversary. Meetings are quite informal, any club business is discussed along with a good gossip over a cup of tea or coffee. The meetings are held at the Wolseley Trust Community Building, Wolseley Close, Plymouth from 7pm - 9pm . New members are always made very welcome with no charge for a first visit. For further details or information please contact Paul Simmons, telephone 01752 846250, or check out the Club web site www.plymouthdiecastclub.com.

Messy Church Last Saturday of the month Stoke Community Church (Methodist) from 10am to midday.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free cooked lunch for everyone including adults. Lots of fun making lots of craft items. For information contact Derek Perry on 07760 127867 Plymouth Dance Academy Dance classes for children and adults in Ballet, Modern, Tap, Ballroom and Latin. Branches including Southway, Stoke, Mannamead, Plympton, Ivybridge and Totnes. Wedding dance lesson and Parties also available. For further info please email info@plymouthdanceacademy.co.uk. Call 01752 221049. Web: www.plymouthdanceacademy.co.uk Stoke Christian Centre events Memory Cafe second and fourth Mondays of month from 2pm. If you have a relative or friend, with memory loss or dementia, then we would love you to come & join us. The café is very informal and includes music, art and other activities.

Contact: Rev Alison Richardson on 01752 562982 Pizza Praise (contemporary) and Bible Study for teenagers at 7pm every Saturday evening. Contemporary Worship for everyone with the Worship Band at 6.30pm on every fourth Sunday of each month.

Margo Hayes in a scene from Break on Through Photo by Greg Mionske

Plymouth Musical Activities Club Thursdays Youth music group for nine to 18 year olds. Meet at Courtlands School Eggbuckland (term time). Staffed by volunteers and teach guitars, keyboards, drums, singing and flutes and clarinets. We support local events and twice a year hold concerts in the Devonport Playhouse. The children are only charged £1 per week. www.plymouthmac.co.uk.

Book Stall, Social Call Second Saturday of month Join in the games and fun at Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street. Books, tea, coffee and cake for sale. 2pm to 4pm.

Proceeds to support the local Samaritans and the Smile train, an overseasd medical charity, repairing hair lips and cleft palates.

Table Top Sales Second Saturday in the Month (not January) Plymstock Community Centre: Vintage, Collectables and Craft 9am to 2pm. These table top sales are held in Plymstock Community Centre (top of Plymstock Broadway Car Park).

A friendly and welcoming atmosphere prevails and there is something for everyone from antiques to knitted gloves and hats to books and records and jewellery. We hope to bring something new each month. Entry is 20p per person but children are free.

There is a selection of hot and cold refreshments. Enquiries to Paula 01752 342321 Pensioners & fifty plus action group Can we take you for a ride? If you want to meet new friends why not take advantage of our subsidised taxi service (for anyone 50+ living locally) and wishing to come to any of our meetings, but have difficulty in getting to the meeting places - like physical problems or awkward bus connections. You can now enjoy the luxury of door to door travel, hear interesting speakers and watch a variety of cabaret acts. We meet on the second Friday of every month in the Wolseley Trust Community Building (next to Sylvia’s Café) behind the Co-op superstore in Wolseley Road, PL2 3BY, just down from Milehouse traffic lights going towards St Budeaux. We have interesting speakers chosen by members, from MPs to representatives of national and local businesses, and these free meetings are from 10.30am to 1pm. Parking is usually available and many buses stop outside the Co-op. Our social meetings are held in Kings Tamerton Community Centre, PL5 2BH (the No 16 bus stops outside) and we have a variety of acts to entertain us, from cabaret to country & western, and these meetings are from 2pm to 4pm on some Fridays.

Non-group members pay £2 but this includes a very good buffet and we always have a raffle. Anyone over the age of 50 looking for good company and interesting meetings can get more information from Mrs Margaret Williams (Secretary) Tel; 01752 350145 or email; tomag42@hotmail.co.uk Circle Dance Thursdays Yealmpton Circle Dance Group. Yealmpton Community Centre, Stray Park, PL8 2HF. 7.30pm-9.30pm. A variety of dance styles from gentle and expressive to lively and joyful. Traditional and contemporary world music. Good for mind, body and spirit.

Clearly taught and easy to learn. No partner needed. Friendly and fun. 01752 880196 for details.

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Chance to be a part of next year’s History Festival Plymouth History Festival will take place between Saturday May 5 and Sunday June 3 next year and local individuals and organisations are being encouraged to get planning!

This will be the sixth year in a row that the annual celebration of the city’s heritage has taken place, with a programme that usually includes a wide variety of exhibitions, displays, special events, family activities, walks, talks and behind the scenes tours.

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Councillor Glenn Jordan, cabinet member for culture said: “We’re really pleased to be coming back with yet another History Festival which is always a brilliant showcase for Plymouth’s heritage.

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“Celebrating the city is always the central focus, but this year we are asking event providers to consider highlighting some specific themes if they feel able to.

No doubt we’ll end up with some great events on the programme.”

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The themes that event organisers are being asked to consider are war, health and enlightenment. Additional events that don’t tie in with these specific themes are also welcomed as long as they have a direct link to Plymouth’s history.

The festival will kick off on May 5 with Local Studies Day a special event packed with talks and presentations. The City Council’s Museums Galleries Archives service which coordinates the festival will also be running events to mark the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Institute of Civil Engineers and the 150th anniversary of the birth of Scott of the Antarctic.

To submit an event and stay up to date with the 2018 Plymouth History Festival visit www.historyfestival2018. wordpress.com You can also follow the festival on Facebook and Twitter.

Exhibition of patchwork and quilting to raise funds for the Highbury Trust An exhibition of patchwork and quilting is taking place in Plymouth in November to raise funds for Plymouth Highbury Trust.

Ladies from the Sound Stitchers and Sew-cial Quilters will display their work at the event at Abbey Hall in Catherine Street, Plymouth, behind St Andrew’s Church on Saturday November 11 from 10am to 4pm. The event is being opened by BBC personality Judy Spiers, who is Highbury Trust’s President.

Entrance is just £2 and there will be trade stands and refreshments available.

Profits from the exhibition will go towards Highbury Trust’s fundraising to purchase a new mini bus to transport service users. So far about 50% of the £24,000 needed has been raised.

Highbury Trust general manager Martin Newman said: “We really appreciate the ladies of the quilting group fund raising for us.

“Their support will help us buy a much needed new mini bus to replace an ageing, increasingly unreliable vehicle.

He added: “It is vital that our vehicles are 100% reliable as they are in use every day around the city.”

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• continued from page 4 Christmas Fair Nov 16-17 Stoke Damerel Church and Parish Centre. Raising funds for ongoing refurbishment. Delicious snacks and lunches, plants, books, cakes, cards, preserves, raffle, crafts, jewellery, home furnishing and much more. 11am - 3.30pm. For hiring a table, please contact Marilyn Goldsbrough on 01752 564847 or 07890 165524 or email marilyngoldsbrough@hotmail.com Winter/Christmas Sale Nov 18 At All Nations Ministry Baptist Church Hall, Catherine Street.

Bric-a-brac, art gallery, refreshments and lots more. Everyone welcome. 10am - 3pm.

Christmas Craft Fair Nov 18 Mount Gould Methodist Church. Raising money for the local Parkinson’s Group, who meet at the church. There will be cards, jewellery, leather items, haberdashery and handy crafts made by groups who use the church and much more besides. Entrance is £2 and there will be refreshments available. Limited parking, No 23 and 24 buses stop outside.

10am - 4pm. If you’re interested in booking a table, please contact Patricia King on 01752 240560 or patriciaannking@ rocketmail.com Plymouth Then and Now Until Nov 18 Exhibition at Ford Park Cemetery and open to public Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.30am to 3.30pm and Saturdays and Sundays 12.30pm to 3.30pm.

Illuminate and Thanksgiving Nov 23 Mayflower Steps, The Barbican Plymouth will host the fourth Illuminate and Thanksgiving event on Thursday November 23. The Illuminate event continues the official countdown to the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower sailing in 2020. The aim of the event is to ‘share the light’ and inspire a sense of unity between Plymouth, UK and Plymouth, Massachusetts.

Christmas Fayre Nov 25 St Budeaux Parish Church Community Hall. There will be several tables selling goods, including childrens’ toys, cards, gifts, handbags, jams, jewellery, beads, bric a brac, etc.

Refreshments will be available. 12pm - 3pm. There are still a limited number of tables to hire for £5, to book please call 01752 362161 Plymouth Christmas Market Nov 30 to Dec 21 The City Centre Piazza will be completely transformed as the Christmas Market sets out more than 50 beautiful log cabin style stalls set for trading this Christmas period. The stalls will be selling unique hand-crafted gifts from the South West and further afield.

All Things Festive and Lovely Show Dec 2 Plymouth Guildhall Over 60 stalls selling unique and quirky Christmas gifts and treats for your loved ones. There will also be festive themed workshops, live music and other festive entertainment and refreshments to keep you in the Christmas spirit.

Christmas Bazaar Dec 2 Vasculitis Fundraising to be held at the KGP Centre, 163 Renown Street in Keyham. 11am - 3pm.

Christmas Fayre Dec 9 Onward House Community Centre, 55, Greenbank Road, Plymouth 12 noon to 4pm. Details 07722 308462.

Tamar Concert Choir Dec 14 Presenting Christmas songs and carols at the Pilgrim United Reform Church on St Levan Road. Tickets available at the door priced £5 to include mince pies and mulled wine. Begins at 7.30pm.

Plymouth Area Police Choir Dec 15 Methodist Central Hall, Plymouth. Christmas Concert with Montpelier Primary School. 7.30pm.

Dancing Duo Fortnightly Saturdays With Henry and Jeannie at Elm Community Centre in Estover (near Asda) for ballroom, Latin and sequence, old time and more. Time 7.45pm to 10.45pm free parking. Entry £7. Bring your own soft drinks and and snacks. Early tea and coffee available at cafe.

Kreative Kidz Tuesdays Crafts, Science and cookery- age 6 months - preschool 12.30pm to 2pm. £5 or £4 if booked in four week blocks. To book email: info:wkuk.org Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Krafty Kidz Tuesdays Childrens activity workshops from ages 5 to 16. Cooker, crafts and STEM activities. £5 per session includes materials. 5.30pm to 7pm.To book email: info:wkuk.org Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Wk’d Wednesdays Adults activity workshops activities range from crafts, cooking, woodworking, furniture up cycling, sewing. £10 per session includes materials. Accompanied children welcome. To book email: info:wkuk.org. Every Wednesday 6pm to 8pm Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Giving Back time A popular Plymouth eatery is opening its doors in December for a Giving Back Day.

Sally Baum, from Jolly Jacks in Mayflower Marina said: “Some of us are very fortunate...we have friends and loving families to share our lives with, but what about those who have lost those precious bonds and no longer have that loving support any more.

“Unfortunately gone are the days when neighbours know each other, local post offices are closing, corner shops are fewer, and those connections are no more.

“It’s time to reconnect with those less fortunate, to forge new friendships, have neighbours that can pop in to

check, especially if you have an elderly neighbour.

“At Jolly Jacks we do care and wish to help to do something about it. On December 6 we are having a Giving Back afternoon but we need you to contact us if you know of such people who could benefit from making new friendships and to bring light back into their lives.

“The elderly are particularly vulnerable yet have their pride at the same time. But they are such amazing people with stories and experiences to share and we want to help by finding friends you can share them with.”

Please contact Sally or speak to any of the team at Jolly Jacks for more information on 01752 500008.

Fun Fitness Sessions Various dates In the gym and in the park for children, teenagers, families and pram fitness. Call Fizz for more details 07976568477 Fizz Fitness Gym 180 Albert Rd, Plymouth PL2 1AL Performance Training (5-25s) Barbican Theatre’s dance and theatre workshops enable young people to build their confidence and learn new skills and techniques alongside professionals. Visit www.barbicantheatre. co.uk or call 01752 267131.

St Budeaux Square Club Meets last Wednesday each month.

All events are 11am to 3pm with full three course meal entertainment & discussions. Entrance fee £5 all in open to senior citizens of St Budeaux to join phone 01752 365246 Community Cafe Every Thursday in term time Stoke Damerel Church, Paradise Road between 10.30am and 2pm Community cafe run by learning support students of City College Plymouth, serving tea, coffee and cakes baked and prepared by the students.

Sandy’s Plymtones Mondays Fun choir for men and women. Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre (near the Co-op), Glen Road, Plympton. 2-4pm No auditions, no need to read music - just good humour and enthusiasm needed. Contact Sandy on 336953 or 07737 461431.

Baby and Toddler Group Friday mornings in term time St Pancras Church, Honicknowle Lane, Pennycross. The group runs from 10.00 until 11.30am every Friday during term-time in the church lounge. There is a large selection of toys, a craft table and the session concludes with nursery rhymes and action songs. A charge of £1.50 for one adult and accompanying child/ children and £1.00 for extra adults covers all refreshments and craft materials. We hold occasional Tabletop Sales in the church hall to support the Children’s Hospice Southwest.

St Pancras Playtime Thursdays St Pancras Church, Honicknowle Lane, Pennycross. 10am to 11.30am term time only. An activity morning for pre-school children and their carers. Lots of fun, craft, messy play, singing and dancing. £1.50 per session which includes a healthy snack for the children and tea/coffee for adults.

Snack ‘N’ Chat Tuesdays Friendship group for the bereaved and those who live alone. From 10.30am to 12.30pm in the Coffee Corner in the Minster Church of St Andrew in the city centre. A community project run by two trained Counsellors and two trained listeners. Come and enjoy coffee, tea and home made cake and talk through how things are for you. Only 50p per session.

RASC/RCT/RLC Association Next meeting November 8 at the Army Reserve Centre, Brest Road Derriford at 7.30pm. All ex-Corps members welcome to attend.

Mayflower Offshore Rowing Club Various dates We meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 5.30pm and Sunday mornings at 9.30am at Richmond Walk Devonport. We row out to sea, in The Sound and up the Tamar & Plym rivers.

Ages from 14 and all abilities welcome. We run learn to row sessions. Contact secretarymorc@hotmail.co.uk or Jeff Keast 07865 228800.

Dance Yourself Fit Every Friday morning 10.30 to 11.30 at St. Budeaux Community

Sally Baum of Jolly Jacks (fourth from right) pictured with some of the visitors who attended last year’s event Centre.If you want to get fitter or simply love to dance, come along and join our friendly class.for details contact Jackie 01752 950306 Solaris Yoga Enjoy vital relaxation, strengthening and toning muscles.

Pregnancy yoga, mum and baby yoga and adult yoga held at Plymouth Swallows, St Andrew’s Cross, Church of the Holy Spirit Southway, Crownhill Fort and Jump. Please call Shilpa on 0771 1899 530 for times of classes.

Plymouth & District Koi Keepers Society First Wednesday of the month If you are interested in koi keeping, or thinking of building a pond and want to learn more, then why not come along to one of our meetings. We have guest speakers, presentations, visits to club member’s ponds before finishing the evening back at the clubhouse. At the weekends trips are arranged to visit other koi club’s ponds and koi shows and these are excellent days out.

Meet at 7.30 pm in the lounge of the Tamar View Community Centre, Miers Close, Barne Barton, Plymouth. New members always welcome. For more details of club activities please visit www.plymouthanddistrictkoikeeperssociety.org or ring Sandra Crocker on 01752 210118.

Regular events at St Budeaux Baptist Church Tuesday 1pm to 3pm Senior Friendly Club 5pm to 6.15pm Noughts & Crosses primary age children’s club; Wednesday 7pm to 9pm craft group; Thursday 11am to 1pm lunch club once a month afterwards fellowship time; Fridays 9.30am to 11.30am Jelly Tots toddler and parent group. Sundays 10.30am Service & Explorers for children monthly family service.

Port of Plymouth Canoe Association Mondays , Thursdays and Saturdays May until September. Offering various introductory, taster and child ( 8-11 ) sessions throughout the spring and summer. For more information please contact Tracy Jones 01752 510653 email intro@ppca-club.org.uk or visit www.ppca-canoe-club. org.uk Special Olympics Plymouth and District The Special Olympics Plymouth and District at YMCA Kitto centre on Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 8pm £15 membership £2 each week.

Plymouth Pisces Swimming Club for all Disabilities Sundays 11.15am to 1.15pm at Plymouth Life Centre. Adults £2.50 per session, children £2 per session. Under 5s free.

Annual membership £5.

Highbury Trust Highbury Disco Tuesdays and Fridays subs £2 each week. St Budeaux disco £2 each week on Thursday evenings 6.30pm to 9.30pm at St Budeaux Community Centre.

Community Clubs at William Sutton Memorial Hall, Shelley Way St Budeaux Gardening group Mondays 10.30am to 1pm open to all to come and enjoy some gardening on the grounds of the hall. Free coached football sessions for young people aged 7 to 18 years old on Wednesdays 4.30pm to 6.30pm. Ready2Work Work Club open to all. Fridays: 1pm to 4pm ZUMBA for the More Mature Zumba for over 50’s (low impact). Every Monday afternoon 2pm to 3pm, at Pennycross Methodist Church, Pridham Lane, Peverell. Call in any Monday for a free taster, or call Elaine Foster 0779 1778671.

Tots Time - St. Jude’s Mondays during term-time From 9.30 to 11.30 in the Upper Hall at St Jude’s Church on Beaumont Road, babies and toddlers are welcome with their carers at £1.50 per session. Tots Time provides toys, craft, snacks, drinks, singing, etc. For more details phone 078604573727.

Plymouth Children’s Theatre Workshop Saturdays A theatre company for children and young people aged 6 to18.

Try your hand at performing, set design and construction, costumes and props, stage make up and much more. St Bartholomew’s Church Saturdays 1 till 4. Tots 3 - 5 years 12 till 1. www.plymouthchildrenstheatreworkshop.co.uk or 07760467857 or see our Facebook page Pray Plymouth Every Wednesday morning Organised by Churches Together in Plymouth from 7am to 8am at Open Doors Language School, 14-15 ,Woodland Terrace Lane, Greenbank, Plymouth. Breakfast from 8am to 9am.

Details 01752 249187.

Plymouth Community Choir Monday Evenings Meet at Salvation Army Congress Hall, Armada Way, Plymouth from 7pm to 9pm. New members are welcome, just come along for a free taster session at the beginning of the term, or contact the choir leader. Terms are 12 weeks long and we sing a variety of music such as gospel, contemporary, sacred, world folk, pop,

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Drakes Diamond Gala raises over £15,000 for St Luke’s Local jewellers Drakes raised a massive total of £15,600 for St Luke’s Hospice at their third Diamond Gala Ball at the Crowne Plaza, Plymouth.

Over 330 guests attended and enjoyed a wonderful evening at the glitzy ball hosted by BBC personality David Fitzgerald, with the theme for the evening being kept top secret right until the doors opened on the night.

Guests entered a gold-themed ballroom, adorned with hanging globe candles, orchids and beautiful candelabras, and were welcomed by the incredible Ambassador Band from London, who had guests on the dance floor before the introductions even began.

Guests enjoyed canapés, a delicious two course meal and were invited to take part in the Stand for a Grand Competition, where lucky winner Carole Roberts won an incredible £1,000 in cash to take home.

which generously donated many fantastic prizes for the prestigious charity ball.

Prizes included a Vispring Bed worth up to £5,000, an evening at home with local chef Ben Palmer where he would cook a meal for eight people and a BMW i8 for the weekend, which Ocean BMW kindly agreed to donate three times over when three guests were relentlessly trying to outbid each other.

Drakes were also delighted to be offered two spontaneous prizes on the night to auction including two sets of Manchester United executive tickets to a game of their choice to the highest bidders.

The family run jewellers were thrilled to welcome back the incredibly popular 10-piece London group, Ambassador Band, who had the dance floor filled all night long!

On the night guests were also invited to take part in a charity raffle and a live and silent auction where some incredible prizes were on offer.

Monique Hirshman, Drakes director and organiser of the Drakes Diamond Gala said: “I am absolutely thrilled that we have raised such a fantastic amount for St Luke’s Hospice and it’s amazing that an event enjoyed by so few can benefit so many!

Drakes were very grateful to the many local businesses

“This is a cause very close to all of our hearts and we

Family success - the Hirshmans of Drakes Jewellers Photo: Jonathan Haigh

hope this money will go a long way in supporting the incredible work they carry out within our local community.

Everyone had such a wonderful evening and I am completely overwhelmed by the lovely comments from our guests! Thank you to everyone who came along and helped make it a night to remember.

It was the third Gala Ball that Drakes have hosted in support of St Luke’s Hospice, and together with a past jewellery recycling scheme have raised in excess of £61,000! St Luke’s provide specialist advice and support to people with progressive life-limiting illnesses in

Plymouth, South West Devon and East Cornwall.

Penny Hannah, head of fundraising at St Luke’s Hospice said: “What a team Drakes Jewellers are – so committed, professional and fun. We would like to thank each and every one of you!

“The Hirshman family are total gems, Monique is so committed to helping St Luke’s create more local care, how wonderful that one family can help so many more local families, thank you! The families that are experiencing much sadness at this time will benefit from your kindness, they will know your family has a diamond heart.”

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It’s the Hoe, Hoe, Hoe Sketch show!

Tickets are now on sale for ‘Hoe, Hoe, Hoe,it’s the Sketch Show’, the latest offering from The Playwriters Production Company.

Taking place in the Playwriters mini-theatre which is upstairs above The Noah’s Ark pub in Courtney St,(behind WH Smith) in Plymouth City Centre, performances are on October 25, 26, and 27, all at 7.30pm with a matinee on the October 28 at 2.30pm.

Leading professional actor, Mark Allan Pilgrim, enjoying his third production with The Playwriters, reckons this is the ideal half-term show.

“Every sketch is set on Plymouth Hoe”, he said,”there are 10 of them, and each has just two or three people performing. It’s the dialogue that makes you go Hoe, Hoe, Hoe!” With just six sat, one backstage crew (more volunteers urgently needed), its hard work, but director, Mike Ford, has a trick up his sleeve.

“The audience are actually part of this production. It’s designed as a radio show being done live in front of a studio audience – so all who come to see it actually help us just by being there!”

Tickets are £5 if pre-booked on 01752 786 777 or £7 on the door. Only 45 seats each Show, so pre-booking is advised.

Bird Walk at Ford Park Cemetery

Ford Park Cemetery’s current exhibition ‘Plymouth Then and Now’ continues until Sunday November 19 and is open for public viewing on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10.30am - 3.30pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 12.30pm to 3.30pm.

Due to unforeseen circumstances the Quiz Night with Fish and Chip Supper due to take place on Saturday November 11, has had to be cancelled. Apologies to all concerned.

The popular Autumn Bird Walk tasks place on November 18, giving participants the opportunity to see a variety of over wintering birds, such as the red wing and field fare, which visit the cemetery to feed on an abundance of holly berries.

There will also be opportunities to see some resident species, such as blue tits, coal tit, chaffinch, goldfinch and even catch a glimpse of the buzzard as it soars high above the cemetery - and not forgetting the resident raven as it calls from the top of the highest fir tree. The walk starts at 10am. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

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Our choir leader is Sarah Pennington and she can be contacted on 01392 437792 or by email plymouthcommunitychoir@gmail. com We look forward to seeing you!

Community Dance Classes Exim have weekly Toddle Together dance classes on Mondays at Plymouth School of Creative Arts on Mondays from 9am to 9.45am. Parent/carer toddler sessions open to all ages crawling to four years. £3.50. Children’s contemporary dance (6-10 years) Thursdays in term time at Plymouth School of Creative Arts 4.30pm to 5.30pm. £4.50 per class. Adult just for fun contemporary dance at the same venue 6pm to 7pm Thursdays. £4.50 per class. Also Spaceshot dance classes every Wednesday at St Aidan’s Church, Ernesettle every Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm. A mixture of street dance, fitness and contemporary. Free. Details e-mail Kerrie at kerrie@ eximdance.org.uk Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Every Monday Compton Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Group for young people aged 14 to 23 years. Meet 7.30pm at Compton Methodist Church. Details 01752 706056.

Breathe Easy Plymouth First Tuesday of the month Breathe Easy Plymouth, a local support group for anyone with a lung condition, their carers or anyone interested in supporting the group, meets regularly at Tothill Community Centre at 1.30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month. Entry is free and there is tea and coffee with biscuits, then usually a speaker. All are welcome. For more details phone Anne on 01752 402310 or Christine on 01752 220919 Arrows Kids Club Thursdays Held at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall every Thursday in term time. 6.30pm-8pm for all children aged 7-11 years.

(Please note the Drake Circus Mall opposite the church is open till 8pm on Thursdays.) Games, Craft, tuck shop, Bible stories .. lots of fun. Only 50p per week.

Young patients, who have received or are receiving treatment for cancer, at Derriford Hospital, have officially opened a newly-designed space on Bracken Ward.

The dedicated room, which has been revamped to become a more ageappropriate space for young patients, has been decorated with a woodland image and now contains computer consoles and comfortable furniture.

The room was officially opened

by Connor Shellis, who recently received treatment at Derriford Hospital. Connor was joined by patients Lucy Griffiths, Megan Kirkup, Alastair Whettell, their loved ones, hospital staff and representatives from Teenage Cancer Trust and CLIC Sargent.

Tothill Sequence Dance Club Saturdays Up to date dances at Tothill Community Centre every Saturday from 7.30pm to 10pm. Leaders Peter and Dorothy Wheatley.

Admission £3. Contact Bill 01752 667484, Sue 01752 651004 or Dorothy 01752 260193.

Lunch Club Tuesdays and Fridays An invitation to lunch at Welcome Hall Centre, Fore Street, Devonport. 12.30pm Tuesdays, 1pm Fridays. Friendly company. For details or to make a lunch appointment call 606317.

Aden Veterans Calling all Aden Veterans. Did you know that the Aden Veterans Plymouth Branch meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at the RAOB Club in North Hill at 7.30pm. Why not go along and meet like-minded people.

Boxing Classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Carl’s boxing stable has opened a new gym in Colebrook training for all ages to compete or just get fit. 7pm to 8pm.

Details from Carl on 07837 920150.

Lipson Lions Junior Hockey Club Training every Wednesday 6pm until 7pm at Lipson Community College. Currently need players of all age groups and ability particularly girls. Age groups 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9. First two visits are free. Go along and try it. Details from Samantha on 0790 555 2318.

Country Music Venue First Friday every other month At the Aggie ‘Opry’. Agaton Club, St Budeaux. Top country acts being booked. Details 01752 362240.

Pennycross Sequence Dance Club Meets at the Holy Family Church Hall, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth. Mondays 6.30pm beginners class with step by step instruction. 7.45pm sequence dance. Fridays at 7.30pm for sequence dance.

Baby & Toddler Group Every Friday Lipson Vale Primary School between 9.15am and 10.30am.

New families welcome. Please call Kate Timothy or Elaine Bromhead on 01752 224801.

National Trust Plymouth Centre Make the most of your Trust membership by joining the Plymouth Centre for even more activities. Membership is only £4 per person, or £6 for two people at the same address. During the winter there are talks every month. This summer there are coach visits to: May to Trerice; June to Nursery at Otter, then to Cerne Abbas to look at village gardens; July to Gloucester (cathedral or docks); August to Hestercombe gardens and art gallery; September to Athelhampton House and Gardens. For more information and an application for membership call Russell on 01752 266608

Everyone is invited to visit the Friends of Ford Park annual Christmas Fayre on Saturday November 25 from 11am to 3pm.

Stalls will include books, homemade cakes, brica-brac, chocolate tombola and a stall with special seasonal goodies to keep everyone in the Christmas spirit.

Friendly Luncheon Club Tuesdays & Fridays Tuesday 12.30pm & Fridays 1pm each week. For details and bookings call 01752 606317.

There will be a special visitor for the little (and maybe not so little) folk. So go along and join in the fun.

A newly-designed room offers young cancer patients a dedicated space whilst in hospital.

Coffee Morning and Book Stall Thursdays Crownhill Methodist Church hall from 10am to 11.30am. Join us for a cup of tea or coffee, biscuit and a chat. All welcome. For details ring Carroll on Plymouth 960746.

Mini Dance Machine Thursdays At Rees Youth Centre, Mudge Way, Plympton. Modern fun disco dance group for children. 4.15pm - 5pm for ages 4 to 6; 5pm - 6pm ages 6 to 10. £2 per session. Call Lisa 07896 105 479.

Visitors will be able to purchase tickets for the popular Christmas raffle and refreshments will be on sale throughout the day.

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Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers Wednesdays Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers meet at the Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Judes, Plymouth Sequence Tea Dance 2pm to 4pm. Everyone welcome.

Plymouth Play Association For hire of resources for play, recycling scrapstore and arts and crafts. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday 10am-2pm, Thursday 10am-7pm. Details 01752 256633.

Plymouth Shakespeare Society Meets twice a month from September to May at the Burgess Hall (behind the Unitarian Church) Notte Street, Plymouth from 2.30 - 4.30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Further details call 257764.

Twins, Triplets or more Support group held on a Tuesday morning 10am-12pm at Surestart Children’s Centre, 25 Manor Street, Stonehouse, (Tel 208650) or a Friday morning 10am -12pm at Sir John Hunt School, Whitleigh. An informal group open to all mums and expectant mums. A great chance to meet other mums and dads in the same situation.

Karate Club Mondays For those aged 11 years and over at Trinity United Reform Church, Tor Lane, Hartley between 6pm and 7.15pm. Details 07967 313285.

Trinity Art Group Thursdays We are a small group of experienced artists who enjoy meeting and sharing our talents. We meet every week (ring for dates) at Trinity URC, Tor Lane, Hartley from 7pm to 9pm. If you are a beginner and would like to explore the enjoyable pastime of painting in watercolour or acrylics we could offer some assistance. We also welcome all levels of proficiency as our aim is to enjoy our time painting with time to socialise over a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit, all for £2.50 each night.

Details Dave Crawford 01752 215179 Plymouth Dog Training Club meets at St Edward’s Church Hall, Eggbuckland on Wednesday evenings. For details call 01752 350788.

Coffee mornings Last Wednesday of the month Run by the Highbury Trust Community Support Service, Outland

Road between 10.30am and 12.30pm. All members of the public welcome to attend. For details 01752 753711 Plymouth Skywatch Meet at St Budeaux Parish Church Hall every third Friday of the month at 7.30pm. The meeting usually consists of highlights of the night sky for the following month followed by a talk on an astronomy-related subject. There is a break in between with tea and coffee available.

Plymouth Croquet Club Hartley Park Reservoir, Mannamead Road. New members welcome. Equipment and tuition available. For further information contact Plymouth 666801.

Plymouth Karate Academy Various dates Based in Faraday Mill Cattedown the club is managed by Sensei Stuart Hick (4thDan), Sensei Jon Eaton (3rdDan) and Senpai Luke Irving (2ndDan). With more than 45 years combined experience all of the instructors are DBS checked, and teach Shotokan karate. With many advantages to learning karate, instructors teach traditional skills and Self-Defence with genuine applications to modern day situations. Students often say that they feel self-confident; have increased discipline, improved fitness levels and co-ordination. But above all, they all agree its great value for money, fun and a fantastic way to meet new friends no matter what age you are. Tuesday / Thursday Kids only Karate class 6.15- 7pm; Tuesday/Thursday Adult Beginners - Intermediate - Advanced from 7pm onwards ; Saturday Morning class Kids Karate class 10am onwards.

For more info: Stuart Hick 07970379268 or stuart.hick@ plymouthkarateacademy.co.uk Keep Fit Classes Wednesdays Jackie Hamlin’s ladies keep fit class Wednesdays 10.15am - 11.15am or 6pm - 7pm at Hyde Park Social Club KFA registered, insured, low fees. Contact Jackie on 01752 672685.

All proceeds to Alzheimer’s Society.

Plymouth Radio Club Second Tuesday of every month.

The Plymouth Radio Club meets second Tuesday of every month at the Weston Mill Oak Villa social Club, Situated in Ferndale Road, Weston Mill, Plymouth. Commencing 7.30 pm. For all licenced Radio Amateurs and anyone interested in amateur radio. For those wishing to obtain a licence, email pippa117@hotmail.co.uk or telephone 07815542477.

Waterfront Writers Fridays Meet every Friday during term time at The Swarthmore Education Centre, Mutley Plain 1pm to 3pm. Anyone who wishes to share or listen to poetry and prose is welcome. Visit www.waterfrontwriters.org.uk for details.

Whist Drive Tuesdays and Wendesdays Kings Tamerton Community Centre want adults of all ages to come and join us in a game of whist. Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons at 1.30pm start, also The first Sunday in every month at 2pm start. Entrance is £1.50,which includes tea, coffee,and biscuits. We are a friendly crowd and would like to see some new faces. City Bus No 16 stops right out side the community centre. Call Brenda on 350145 for more details.

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Bumper harvest of donations is boost for Plymouth Foodbank Shakespeare Primary School in Honicknowle gathered around a bumper ‘harvest’ of donations to celebrate the colours of harvest.

Katie from the Foodbank thanked the children for their donations, which will go to help those in need. Reverend Andy Bowden led the school in prayer, giving thanks for the food we receive.

A mountain of food, ready for collection by the Foodbank Plymouth, formed the centrepiece of the wonderful assembly.

During the assembly, that was also attended by school Governors, parents and friends of Shakespeare, they heard wonderful performances of poetry reading and singing. The youngest members of the school took the audience on a ‘Leaf Hunt’ while the older children sang the colours of harvest.

The celebration ended with a school harvest tradition - the singing of Big Red Combine Harvester - a firm favourite with all the children and staff.

Soroptimists raise £3,000 for women and girls in Nepal Women and girls in Nepal, some of whom have been victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, have received support from Plymouth Soroptimists for the last three years.

Soroptimists, explaining how the donations have been used to help women set up goat farms to provide them with a regular income so they can send their children to school. Girls have been able to access education because they have been given school uniforms, books, stationery and personal hygiene items.

Local ladies have raised £3,000 which has been donated to the Kopila Nepal project which helps girls’ access education, enables women to develop a sustainable livelihood and helps those with mental health issues get the treatment they need.

Plymouth Soroptimist President Margaret Parkinson said: “We were delighted to learn that because of the support of Plymouth Soroptimists and the Kopila project, there has been a significant reduction in mental health issues and discrimination suffered by these women and girls. It has been rewarding to know that our fund raising efforts have made such an impact and produced such positive results.”

Jason Snuggs, the humanitarian aid manager for the Kopila project recently gave a presentation to Plymouth

Jason Snuggs receives a cheque for £3000 from Plymouth Soroptimists

Brownies mark International Day of the Girl

Brownies across Plymouth made friendship bracelets and pillow-slip dresses to mark International Day of the Girl which falls on October 11 each year.

The friendship bracelets and dresses are Christmas gifts for girls in the Gambian village of Bissary which is one of the projects Plymouth Soroptimists support.

Sue Miller, the link between the Brownies and Plymouth Soroptimists, said: “ This is the third year running that these lovely young girls and their leaders have worked with us to help others less fortunate than themselves and we’d like to give them a big thank you.

“Working with the Brownies on this project is a great way to commemorate International Day of the Girl which highlights the needs and challenges girls face all over the world.”

Solicitors tackle breakfast sponsorship

Plymouth law firm, GA Solicitors, has joined forces with Old Plymothian and Mannamedian (OPM) Rugby Football Club to support its junior teams for the 2017/18 season.

The firm is sponsoring the home-played junior breakfast games which take place most Sundays throughout the 2017/18 season. Four teams take part at each breakfast – under 7s, under 8s, under10s and under 12s.

A member of the firm will be present at each event, available for questions as well as to cheer on the home side.

The OPM was established in 1926 and now includes two adult teams, four junior teams and touch rugby. The clubhouse is located in Mutley and its pitches in Elburton.

Chris Pascoe, vice-chairman of the OPM, commented: “We are delighted to welcome GA Solicitors as the sponsor of our popular junior rugby breakfast events. These are always fun-filled mornings with big crowds and a lot of action.

“We hope to provide a real benefit to GA and hope to ensure this is a lasting relationship.”

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“We are pleased to be aiding both the club and the children and wish them the best of luck for the new season.”

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Residents views are sought on proposals to relieve notorious traffic bottleneck Residents are being asked to share their views on proposals to tackle one of Plymouth’s worst traffic bottlenecks.

The Woolwell to The George Scheme aims to alleviate congestion at the notorious pinch point on the A386 Tavistock Road and support proposed new developments in the north of the city.

This stretch of road is used by more than 30,000 vehicles during the day and there are often queues and delays at peak times, caused by traffic having to merge over very short distances.

Two options are being proposed – both of which would see the road widened between Woolwell Roundabout and The George to provide two lanes in each direction, removing the need to merge and reducing journey times for everyone.

Both also include improved public transport, walking and cycling links.

The main difference between the two options is that one would change the roundabout to a signalised junction, while the other would keep the roundabout but signalise one arm. There are a number of possible variations to this that are open to feedback.

Councillor Patrick Nicholson, deputy leader and cabinet member for strategic transport, housing and planning, said: “This council has made it a priority to tackle traffic bottlenecks and help keep Plymouth moving. Anyone who travels along this stretch of Tavistock Road will know it’s a well-known hotspot for traffic hold-ups.

“Congestion is only going to increase

as the city grows and we have to deliver improvements on key routes if we are to accommodate new developments and the additional traffic they will generate.

We want people to comment on these possible scheme options so that they can feed into the next stage of design.”

The consultation finishes on November 10 and three public consultation events have been arranged where council officers will be available to discuss the proposals and hear any thoughts from local residents.

They are on October 25 between 9.30am and 12.30pm, November 1 from 1pm to 5pm and November 4 from 3pm to 5pm all at the Woolwell Centre, DarkLake Lane, Woolwell.

More details on the scheme and the consultation can be found here - www. plymouth.gov.uk/woolwellgeorgejunction The council is aiming to have a design for the preferred option by early 2018.

The Plymouth and South West Devon Joint Local Plan identifies Derriford and the northern corridor as one of three strategic growth areas where most of the planned growth in the city will take place through to 2034. The vision is to transform this area into a high quality, distinctive, vibrant, mixed-use new heart for Plymouth.

The Woolwell to The George project is the flagship transport infrastructure project for the north of the city and will be part of a masterplan of highway improvements that will help to deliver jobs and homes in this area. It will complement other local schemes including the Derriford Transport Scheme, due for completion next year and the Forder Valley Link Road, also currently in the planning stages.

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A38 Resurfacing The Compton councillors campaigned for several years to find ways to reduce the road noise of the A38 Parkway which adversely affects residents in the Compton Ward from Hartley Vale to Donnington Drive reaching unhealthy levels at peak times.

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Plympton hi-tech firm gives city MP lowdown on £500,000 order Plymouth-based Artemis Optical, leaders in the design and manufacture of bespoke optical thin film coatings, hosted a visit by MP Johnny Mercer in the same week they announced a £500,000 deal with a top European electronics firm to provide head-up displays (HUDs) for military aircraft.

Mr Mercer saw at first hand Artemis’ capabilities and some of the enabling technologies which it supplies into defence and aerospace applications.

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His unique salon is situated in a c1820 townhouse in Stoke, built originally for naval officers and part of a family home.

He has decorated it in a style fitting a gentleman’s club in the capital, which is where he learnt his barbering skills some 17 years ago.

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One of the main reasons for this positive feedback is that to ensure a quality service, Phil spends double the time than a regular barber would with his clients making sure everything is perfect for the customer.

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Chief executive Nick Hurst and Jamie Pindard, sales and marketing director, explained some of the company’s frustrations and challenges in defence procurement.

The £500,000 contract is the latest in a series of successes for Langage Science Park-based Artemis, which has produced over 3,000 HUD combiners and currently has products flying on 14 different aircraft worldwide.

HUDs enable data to be projected into a pilot’s line of sight, and remove the distraction of having to look down at instrumentation. They also take up an eighth of the space of previous HUDs and are four times lighter, which adds huge value in the limited space of an aircraft’s cockpit.

Johnny Mercer said: “I was really impressed with Artemis Optical and the drive and dedication shown by the management and all the staff.

“Their outward facing attitude and effectiveness has secured a European deal which is really encouraging in this current EU climate as well as securing defence contracts which is the rock bed for Plymouth businesses and keeps Plymouth relevant and current in the eyes of Whitehall.

Artemis Optical chief executive Nick Hurst welcomes Johnny Mercer MP

“Plymouth needs business like this and Artemis Optical have not disappointed. I was delighted to see their success first hand today.”

Nick Hurst said: “It was fantastic to be able to showcase our capabilities to Johnny, given his strong interest in defence. Our technology has the capability to save lives on the battle field, and we are proud to be a Plymouth company providing this world-leading technology.”

Artemis’ 22,000 square foot purpose-built facilities include a 16,000 square foot environmentally controlled production laboratory and a range of modern coating chambers. Artemis has the capability to manufacture neutral, colour selective and amplitude graded combiners.

With 25 years of experience in the design and manufacture of HUDs, Artemis is a recognised centre of excellence for producing thin film coatings that enable cutting-edge applications in the aerospace, defence and healthcare sectors.

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New livery for taxis to celebrate Mayflower?

A new distinctive taxi livery for all Hackney Carriages could be introduced in Plymouth as the city gears up to commemorate Mayflower 400.

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The public as well as the taxi and private hire trade are being asked what they think about the idea as part of a number of proposed changes to the city’s Taxi Licensing Policy.

The new policy also proposes that all taxi drivers must attend a Plymouth Ambassador Course so that they can fully understand what Plymouth has to offer and enhance customer care. There is also a new dress code proposed for drivers to enhance the professionalism of the service.

Other changes include requiring all drivers to receive safeguarding training, updated guidance on the relevance of convictions, code of good conduct, wheelchair and assistance dogs exemptions, and a spoken English assessment.

Councillor John Riley, the Cabinet Member responsible for Licensing, said: “I am passionate about Plymouth and with Mayflower 400 fast approaching in 2020, this is an ideal opportunity to help our taxi drivers contribute to making Plymouth a first class cultural destination to be remembered.

“We are carrying out a number of projects in the city to mark Mayflower 400 and introducing a taxi livery will help us support these projects.”

Taxi livery for all Hackney Carriages has been successfully introduced in a number of cities such as Exeter and Brighton and has received positive comments from the public. The livery makes it easy to identify a licensed taxi which, in turn, improves customer confidence and promotes professionalism of the taxi trade.

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Councillor Riley continued: “We understand that this will be a considerable investment for vehicle owners and the Council is looking for any funding opportunities that could assist with this.

“We are looking for feedback from local businesses, the public and the taxi trade about whether this should be included in the new taxi policy.” Charles Hackett chief executive of Mayflower 400 said: “The international importance of Mayflower 400 provides Plymouth with an exceptional opportunity.

We’ve got huge investment projects, civic and big public events, cultural, arts, education and community activities.

“We have already unveiled a ‘Mayflower Muster’ week in September 2020; three historic trails in Plymouth, which will form part of a national network of trails, taking renovations to the historic Elizabethan House, an ‘Illuminate’ community and art festival of light; and the opening of ‘The Box’ – the £37 million attraction, gallery and museum complex which will become the city’s cultural centre.

“The year 2020 is a time for Plymouth and Plymothians to show the world what this city is really all about.

“Now is the time for businesses to start thinking about how they can help sell the city as well as considering what they have to offer.

Taxi and private hire drivers play a huge role in promoting the reputation of the city and I look forward to seeing what they think of these ideas.”

The consultation started in October and full consultation details can be found at www. plymouth.gov.uk/feedbackandcomplaints/ consultations.

Anyone who wants to make a formal representation about the draft policy should email taxi.licensing@plymouth.gov.uk or write to Taxi Licensing, Windsor House, Plymouth, PL6 5UF by November 27.

They will also be holding a drop in consultation session on November 6 between 10am and 2pm in the Drakes Room, Lower Guildhall, Plymouth Guildhall.

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Young offenders with the Plymouth Youth Offending Team are being given a chance to make amends for their crimes by taking part in a special community reparation project.

Head teacher of St Peter’s RC Primary School Paul Morse said: “We as a school are delighted with the work young people have done to support us and improve the environment of our school as this benefits all of the pupils.

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“The team have come in at weekends and cleared back paths and fences overgrown with weeds and brambles, completely removed all graffiti and repainted our early years outdoor play area and colourfully redesigned the playground markings.

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Luke’s Shabby Chic shop on the Barbican said: “We are delighted to support these young people with their wood art projects and are also grateful for the funds we receive when we sell these products as this helps our charity to support the end of life care at St Luke’s hospice” Young people have completed various

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“Most recently we have been supplied with a number of wooden planters for the school allotment space and wild flower areas which really add colour to the school grounds”.

Councillor Terri Beer, Cabinet Member for Children and Young people said: “Projects like this are not about punishing these young people but helping them to understand the impact their behaviour has had, so they make better life choices in the future.”

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Florence wins top apprentice award Florence Lungu from Bond Dickinson’s Plymouth office has won the Advanced Apprentice of the Year Award at the 2017 South West Regional Apprenticeship Awards.

Organised by the National Apprenticeship Service and part of the 2017 National Apprenticeship Awards, the regional ceremony took place in Bristol. The awards recognised the businesses committed to growing their talent through apprenticeship schemes and showcased the apprentices who have made a substantial contribution to their workplaces.

Florence, who is 20 years old, has been with Bond Dickinson for two years. After successfully graduating from her Level 3 Advanced Legal Apprenticeship ahead of plan in July, she is now managing her own caseload whilst working as a Commercial Disputes Paralegal and in January 2018, will commence another apprenticeship pathway which will ultimately see her qualify as a Chartered Legal Executive.

Florence commented: “An apprenticeship was a very easy decision for me. Earning whilst gaining a recognised legal qualification, combined with future career progression opportunities was the perfect choice for me. I’ll soon start another apprenticeship pathway to become a Chartered Legal Executive, I have grown in confidence and will continue to share my experiences with others who also aspire to start an apprenticeship.”

Mark Norman-Ball, deputy onshore manager at Bond Dickinson, added: “Hiring apprentices is absolutely the right thing to do in our sector. We wanted to create alternative routes into the legal profession and open up opportunities for young people who believe that University isn’t the right path for them. We are committed to developing and expanding our apprenticeship offering and to providing continued learning opportunities following our apprentices’ graduation.

“We are very proud of what Florence has achieved in the two years she has been with the firm and this award win is a tribute to her hard work, determination and deep passion to not only develop a career in law but to also inspire others to consider apprenticeships as a different avenue into a legal career.”

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Winners and highly commended entries from all the regions across England will advance to the next stages of the awards process, where they will be assessed by a national judging panel. National award winners and the Top 100 Employers will be announced at a ceremony to be held in January 2018 in London.

Since becoming one of the first law firms to make legal apprenticeships available in 2014, Bond Dickinson now offers graduating apprentices permanent roles and hopes to further expand the scheme across other parts of the business and locations.

The firm’s apprenticeship scheme was already rewarded earlier this year by the National Apprenticeship Service when it won Newcomer Large Employer at the National Apprenticeship Awards. Bond Dickinson was also named in the prestigious Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer list, which is compiled annually by the National Apprenticeship Service and recognises excellence in businesses that employ apprentices.

Bond Dickinson is the largest law firm in Plymouth where it employs more than 180 staff.

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Stoke STARS going from strength to strength Stoke Traders and Residents Association - better known as STARS – is growing in strength and influence thanks to the hard work and support of the local community and its residents.

An open meeting was recently attended by Cllr Michael Leaves, cabinet member for strategic streetscene and the environment, and Gareth Harrison, head of streetscene and waste.

The group were able to put their questions regarding the collection of rubbish, the maintenance of trees, grass and flowerbeds in the Blockhouse Park and on local streets, and parking.

The community are keen to work with the council to ensure the streets are kept as clean as possible and

understand the need to increase recycling rates, and asked for better communication to know the schedule for street cleaning. Regular litter picking is organised by the community as well.

They also made their requests known for sensitive grass cutting so the wild flower meadows in the Blockhouse Park were considered, and strimmer damage of young fruit trees in St Levan Park avoided.

Cllr Leaves said that the plans for redevelopment of the park were impressive, and fitted the remit to ‘maintain and enhance’ public spaces.

STARs is progressing with plans for the next Stoke and Blockhouse Summer Fun Day, on July 21 2018, and welcomes support from the local community to get involved to make it a truly inclusive day for all residents of Stoke.

It is also organising a Christmas Party on Saturday December 9. To this end Rev’d Alison Richardson of the Stoke Christian Centre is hosting two table top sales in November, and an opportunity for local people to come along and make a Christmas table top decoration. The sales are on November 11 and 18 from 10am to 1pm.

These masterpieces can be taken along to be judged at the event in December, or just taken home to be enjoyed.

The Christmas Party will take place on December 9 at Stoke Youth & Community Centre in Blockhouse Park from 2pm and then on later to The Stoke Inn. Entry is free and there will be refreshments, entertainment and mulled wine, plus Santa’s Grotto from 4pm, raffle and carol singing.

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Eddystone Model Flying Club Provide help and free instruction for flying radio control fixed wing. Members fly 24/7 weather permitting. New members are welcome as well as experienced fliers. For details visit www. eddystonemfc.net or phone Dave on 07941 040633 or Mike on 01752 403124.

Buddhist meditation classes Weekday lunchtime meditations 12.15pm - 12.45pm, Wednesday evenings - Introduction to meditation class 7.30pm - 8.30pm, Thursday evenings - 7.30pm - 9.30pm Meditation - The Art Of Positive Thinking, Sunday mornings 11.30am - 12.30pm Find Inner Peace, Sunday mornings - Children’s classes - 10.30am - 11.15am. Held at Ashoka Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 33 Sutherland Road, Plymouth. Tel 01752 224137 www.meditationinplymouth.org

Laira Youth Brass Band Thursdays The City’s premier youth brass band meets at Woodford Methodist Church (next to the school) on Thursdays from 7.15 to 8.45 pm. Open to all youngsters from age eight upwards.

Contact Tony Hollick on 01752 216784 for details.

Time Out Second and fourth Wednesday A group for individuals who are lonely and isolated. Come for a chat and make new friends. Plymstock United Church, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, from 1.30pm - 3.30pm.

Refreshments £1. Contact Lin: 07818 254527.

Plym Ramblers First and third Sunday in the month A well established walking organisation offering regular walks by experienced leaders all within 20 miles of Plymouth. The group meets every first and third Sunday in the month and also hold interesting social events. For details contact the secretary on 344048 or the chairman on 405132. Plym Ramblers have now published their walking book “On the beaten track 3” The 3rd book in a popular series of local walks.

Plymouth Inter Varsity Club We are looking for lively, interesting people who want variety in their social lives and would like to mix with others in a friendly, local social group run by its members, for its members.

We enjoy a wide range of activities eg meals out, cycling, themed party nights, walking, canoeing, theatre, reading group and weekends away. Want to know more? You can go to our website www.plymouthivc.org , look at what we do and complete an enquiry or contact us direct on 07542 125575.

Celtic Music with a Twist Every First Thursday Kitty O’Hanlon’s, 9pm. Three Strand Minstrels play lively Celtic acoustic music at Kitty O’Hanlon’s.

Woodside Animal Welfare Trust Elfordleigh Your local sanctuary for most types of unwanted domestic pets. Good homes always needed - have a look at lovely animals, and what we do on www.woodsidesanctuary.org.uk.

We don’t destroy any animal unless it’s beyond veterinary help or dangerous and we have special units for elderly residents.

Please don’t allow your pet to breed, ask us for friendly advice, or about our spay and neuter scheme for owners on benefit instead. Tel 01752 347503.

The Boys Brigade Various dates For more information visit www.plymouth.boys-brigade.org. uk. 1st Plymouth - Salisbury Road Baptist Church (Fridays); 2nd Plymouth - Ridgeway Methodist Church (Mondays); 4th Plymouth - St Jude’s Church Halls (Wednesdays); 5th Plymouth - Mount Gould Methodist Church (Fridays); 7th Plymouth Pennycross Methodist Church (Fridays); 8th Plymouth - Ford Baptist Church (Wednesdays). New members welcome. Age groups: Anchor Boys (5 to 7); Juniors (8-11) and Company

Plymouth Marjon Hockey Club Hockey for all ages and abilities from age 5 through to 60+ with weekly coaching and regular matches based at the University of St Mark & St John. Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-6pm age 7-11 boys and girls. Girls age 10+ and senior ladies Tuesday evening. Men’s Club training Wednesday 7.15-9pm. Boys age 10+ and senior men Thursday evening. Sunday mornings boys and girls aged 5 to 14 years. For more information visit www. pmhc.co.uk The Plymouth and District Advanced Motorists Group Monthly meetings on the third Monday of each month at the United Reformed Church Hall, Powisland Drive, Derriford. The meeting begins at 7.30p.m. with doors opening at seven. Guest speaker each month. Details 01752 405926

Community Activities Various dates Evening events at Keyham Community Sports Hall, Drake Primary School, Saltash Road. Monday: Karate classes suitable for children/families and adults. 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday: Keep fit classes. Making exercise fun and easy to do. 6.15pm to 7.15pm; Wednesday: Yoga classes. Beginners/intermediate - first tester session free. 7pm to 8.30pm. The Community Sports Hall has spaces available for hire, for further information contact Roy Burt Sports Development Coordinator at the school on 01752 567649.

Plymouth Numismatic Society Third Tuesday each month 7:30pm Coin collection and study can be an absorbing and rewarding pastime. New members are welcomed to informal meetings to share interest and knowledge of coins, providing the opportunity to give talks and presentations on any aspect of numismatics.

This can range from studies of coins in historical, cultural or artistic context, to acquisitions, valuations and investment. Or members can just listen, learn and enjoy the company. Contact Bryan on 01752 480394 for more details and current location of meetings.

Modern Sequence Dancing Tuesdays and Wednesdays Sequence dancing for all. Further details 01752 493311.

Plymouth’s Imperfect Orchestra has been commissioned by Peninsula Arts to write and perform an original live score for the ground-breaking 1925 film Battleship Potemkin.

The Imperfect Orchestra will premiere their unique live soundtrack for Sergei Eisenstein’s classic film at Lecture Theatre 1 at Plymouth University on November 11, starting at 7pm.

The event is part of Peninsula Arts’ season exploring ‘revolutions’, one hundred years on from the bloody Bolshevik uprising in Russia.

Since its inception four years ago, Imperfect Orchestra have composed and performed four original film soundtracks: Relic (2016) in collaboration with Katy Richardson, Home (2013), Tamar (2015) & Secrets of the Universe (2017), with filmmaker and head of Imperfect Cinema Dr Allister Gall.

Section (12-18). The Boys Brigade can help your church in its mission to children and young people. Contact the development team at plymouth.battalion@tiscali.co.uk or call 01579 346218.

5th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association We meet at Mount Gould Methodist Church, term time, and are looking to recruit both boys and girls aged 5-8yrs (6pm-7pm), 8-11yrs (6.30-8pm) and 11-18yrs (6.30-9pm). Our programme is very varied and includes craftwork, cookery, games, computer work, interactive challenges, sports competitions, sponsored fundraising and much more plus the year ending event summer camp(8yrs+). Many of the skills learnt here can help prepare them for adult life. Interested - then come along to the church on Friday or contact Hugh Porter, 01752 667513, or email porterbb@blueyonder.co.uk for further information 7th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls’ Association Fridays We meet at Pennycross Methodist Church in term time, Anchors (5-8 years) between 6.15pm and 7.15pm; Juniors (8-11 years) from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and Seniors (12-18 years) between 7pm and 9.45pm. There is a full programme of activities including crafts, games, drama, music, cookery, interactive challenges, national sport competitions and much more. The year culminates in a week-long summer camp. Our programme enables youngsters to learn many various skills and prepares them for adult life. Simply go along on Fridays to find out more or visit http//:7plymouth.boys-brigade.org.uk Mini Matts Parents & Toddler Group Mondays St Matthias Church Hall on the corner of Clifton Street & Bedford Park. 1.30pm to 3pm £1 per family per session. (during term time).

Tennis Club Mannamead Tennis Club, Eggbuckland Rd welcomes new members. 4 hard courts and 2 grass courts. Coaching available. Contact info@mannamead.org.uk or phone 773652.

Imperfect Orchestra do not read or write music in a traditional sense and generally come from predominantly ‘punk’ and ‚‘alternative music’ backgrounds.

As with previous projects, the Imperfect Orchestra have used an open call to make links with local musicians and singers.

Alongside the standards of piano, guitar, percussion and glockenspiel, new members to the project have brought violin and viola, oscillator, synthesizer, clarinet, brass as well as a small choir to the group.

More than 90 years after the initial screening of Battleship Potemkin, the Imperfect Orchestra have now been commissioned by Peninsula Arts to offer their interpretation of the movie.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: www. plymouth.ac.uk/whats-on/film-battleship-potemkin-1925‚ or go to www.facebook.com/imperfectorchestra Plymouth Cycling Touring Club Meet Sundays for a leisure cycle ride. For our latest rides list and meet time/place see www.plymouthctc.co.uk or contact Graham Black 01752 606650 or Andy Prideaux 01752 345170 for more information.

Clog dancing Thursdays A fun way to exercise! The Plymouth Maids clog dancers are a small, friendly group of women who welcome new members.

From the beginning of October to the end of April we practice at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall, opposite the Life Centre, on Thursdays 8 - 9.45pm. During the summer we dance out on Thursday evenings at various pubs and other venues in and around Plymouth. We also dance at occasional folk festivals and days of dance. No previous dance experience is needed, just a sense of rhythm. Come along and give it a try. For details contact Shirley on 01752 407676.

Plymouth West Country Embroiderers Various dates Started in 1972. A friendly group of enthusiastic needleworkers who enjoy sharing their knowledge and expertise with others. Trainees (age 8-15) meet first Saturday each month from 11am to 3pm. Adults meet on second Thursday and fourth Saturday each month from 10.30am. We welcome experts and beginners of all ages. Contact Mary 01752 200047 for details.

Pennycross Friendship Group Thursdays The group meet every Thursday at 2pm in the Pennycross Methodist Church, Pridham Lane off Beauchamp Road, Peverell. Interesting speakers and outings. New members always welcome. For details 01752 362099.

Plymouth Philatelic Society First Wednesday of every month St. Edwards Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell from 7pm to 9pm. For details contact Martin on 01752 781252 or David on 01752 402981.

Mums and Babies Tuesdays Mums and Babies is a support group for mums with babies from birth to eight months old. Come and meet other new mums and enjoy being spoilt by our sympathetic leaders with tea, coffee, biscuits and a listening ear. £2 a session. We meet at Hope Baptist Church Hall, Peverell Corner, Plymouth from 1pm to 2.30pm. For more information ring the church office on 01752 708090.

Drake Probus Club Third Tuesday each month Are you a retired professional or businessman? If so we have a number of vacancies for membership. We invite you to come along to a meeting of the club at the Royal British Legion Club Tailyour Road, Crownhill. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 9.30am for 10am.Our programme includes guest speakers at each of our monthly meetings. Other club activities, where wives and partners are very welcome, happen regularly, include monthly pub lunches and outings to places of interest during the summer months. Just come along.

For further details please contact Jim Gettings on 661450 or Richard Hill on 783168.

Al-Anon Family Groups Are you concerned about someone’s drinking?

A fellowship to help families and friends of alcoholics. Local meetings. Confidential Helpline 020 7403 088 www.al-anonuk.org.uk Rainbows Fridays 1st Devonport Rainbows, Salvation Army, Haddington Road, Stoke Every Friday 6- 7pm Call 01752 405027 for details.

Keep Fit Classes Wednesdays 10.15am - 11.15am and 6pm - 7pm Hyde Park Social Club.

KFA registered, insured, low fees.Details 01752 672685.

Parent & Babies and Toddler Group Tuesdays and Fridays Come and join us, meet new friends during term time at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall, 10am- 11.30am. Booking recommended as places are limited. Call Anne 07791332503.

Sequenced Dance Saturdays St Gabriels Church Hall, Hyde Park 7.30pm to 10pm Toddler Group Thursdays Plymouth Christian Centre 9.30am to 11 am, term time only £1.50 per family. Contact Liz Crudgington on 661019 for details or see the www.plymouthchristiancentre.org Ballroom & Social Sequence Dancing Various dates Plymstock Community Centre every Tuesday afternoon 2pm until 4pm and every other Saturday from 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Details 01752 251313 or 01752 668017.

Weekly Bingo Thursdays Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Jude’s 7pm.

Entrance £1. Tea and biscuits 20p. Draw tickets on sale.

Club Focus Camera Club Mondays Meets at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth. Meets every Monday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Contact Membership Secretary 01752 231139 Website www.clubfocusplymouth.co.uk

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Plymouth Striders Running Club Twice weekly Meet at Widewell School, Lulworth Drive, Widewell (behind The George at Roborough). Mondays and Thursdays 6.30pm.

Over 16 years and all abilities welcome. For info contact widewellstriders@yahoo.com or check out our website www. widewellstriders.co.uk Watercolour Group Every Friday 10am to 12 noon at Onward House, 55 Greenbank Road, Plymouth. To join this friendly group just come along or ring the group leader Ray on 01 752 300633 for more information.

Plymouth Magic Circle Every second Thursday We are a small friendly Magic Club who meets every second Thursday at The Walrus, Athenaeum Street, Plymouth from 7pm to 9pm. All budding magicians are welcome to join us. For details call Ian Marley on 07979 655018.

Prince Rock Dog Training Club Puppies to adult classes, obedience training, socialisation.

St James the Less Church Hall, Ham Drive; on Monday and Tuesday evenings, from 7.15pm. More details phone 01752 772411.

Plymouth Hockey Club Sundays Plymouth Hockey Club is the oldest junior club in the city and has recently achieved the highest award for organisation and safeguarding. The club is operated by parents for all children and young people. The club trains every Sunday between 10am - 1pm at Bull Point ATP. The club cater for young people from 4-16 years and no previous experience is required.

The first 6 weeks are free to new members and everyone who trains gets to play. For more information, please see the website at www.plymouthhockeyclub.org.uk or contact Rob on 07861 250682.

Plymouth Clarion Choir (Male Voice) Tuesdays Rehearsals between 7.30pm and 9.30pm at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall. Seeking to fill vacancies in all sections. For details call Darell Jago on 01752 266434. This year is the choir’s centenary.

Community Herb Clinic Tuesdays 1-3pm Onward House, Greenbank Road. Walk-in for free general health advice or phone for appointments. Herbal medicine can be used in the treatment of any medical condition in an effective, integrated (and affordable) way to suit you. Details Sara Hills 01752 872960 www.herbs-work.co.uk Off Key Singing Group Mondays For people who love to sing in the shower! Mondays 5.50pm to 6.50pm at Derriford Health & Leisure Centre, function room. Girl Guide Hut in Plympton 10.30am to 11.30am. Call 07770 683 314 for more info.

Jelly Tots Baby & Toddler Group Fridays 9.30am to 11 am at St Budeaux Baptist Church (during Term Time). £1.50 per Family www.stbudeauxbaptist.org.uk Plymouth Writers Circle Tuesdays Do you have a problem with plotting or characterisation. The Plymouth Writers Circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10am to 12 noon at the Plymstock Community Centre (except in the summer holidays).

South West Chamber Choir Wednesdays Marjon Chapel 7.30 to 9.30 pm. We are a friendly auditioned choir of 25 to 30 singers specialising in unaccompanied singing, with a programme of madrigals, partsongs and sacred works. We give four concerts annually as well as a weekend of sung services at a cathedral each July. A reasonable standard of sight-reading is needed to join. We welcome enquiries. www.swcchoir.org.uk Fitness and fun touch rugby Wednesdays Central Park Rugby Pitches 6.45pm-7.45pm OPM Rugby is the official Touch Rugby club for Plymouth. Come along and enjoy a great welcome. No rugby experience required. Have fun, get fit and make new friends. More details phone Ernie on 07809 209571 or www.opmrugby.com.

Coffee Afternoon Thursdays Mainstone Community Centre hold a weekly coffee afternoon every Thursday at 2pm

Robert is named Young Lawyer of the Year 2017 Employment solicitor and associate of GA Solicitors, Robert Zacal, has been named as Plymouth Law Society’s Young Lawyer of the Year 2017.

team and is a very capable solicitor and a dedicated individual. He was promoted to associate in July and we are so pleased to see his work with Young Enterprise recognised by Plymouth Law Society.

The coveted award recognises any legal professional who has been practising for less than ten years and has made a significant contribution to both their organisation and the local community. The award was presented at the Law Society’s annual black-tie dinner in October.

Robert Zacal, winner of the award, added: “It was a real honour to be recognised by Plymouth Law Society and acknowledged at an event surrounded by my peers.

Robert secured this recognition following his dedication of time and effort into helping teens around the city understand the importance of developing business skills and entrepreneurship.

He has been a board member of Young Enterprise Plymouth for more than 18 months and was voted in as chair in July 2016. Since then he has worked closely with children aged 16-18 from a variety of secondary schools across Plymouth, providing

telephone Teresa if you are interested on 07955 476727.

Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group Second Thursday of the month The Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group aims to offer friendship and support to anyone who is affected by Lymphoma (Hodgkins or Non Hodgkins Disease), whether patient (past or present), carer, family member or friend, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Derriford Health and Wellbeing Centre from 3pm to 4.30 pm. For more information, please call Pam on 01752 785094 or Scott on 01752 661035 Harbour Centre Recovery Café Fridays Female-focused social group for those in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Tea, coffee, regular activities promoting independence, empowerment and positive social/support networks in recovery.

Child-friendly.11am-2pm at Unit 2, 1st Floor, Hyde Park House, Mutley Plain. For more information and support to attend please contact Lynn McKenzie (Harbour Drug and Alcohol Services) on 01752 434299 or email lynn.mckenzie1@nhs.net

“We have no doubt that Rob has an incredibly bright future ahead.”

Plymouth Youth Cycling Various days Free coaching for 10-16 yr olds. Thursdays (mountain bikes) 5pm-6.30pm Life Centre and various locations across Plymouth; Wednesdays HMS Raleigh (road racing bikes). We can teach you manuals and jumps and how to ride like the Tour de France winners. No fancy gear needed. Bike, helmet and a sense of adventure! For locations and times find us on Facebook.

“I have very much enjoyed my work with Young Enterprise and found it to be very rewarding.

Award winner Robert Zacal

support and guidance as part of Young Enterprise’s Company Programme.

Due to his high levels of commitment to the charity, Rob was awarded with a Gold Award by Young Enterprise at its regional awards ceremony in June.

Stephen Ramsden, managing partner of GA Solicitors, commented: “Rob is an integral part of the GA

Regular events at Oasis, Stonehouse Monday and Tuesday Basic Computer course 9.30am to 11.30am free; Tuesday Art for all: try out a new skill 10am to 12 noon Tuesday Coffee morning; Thursday morning Spreadsheets and other computer skills; Thursday 10am to 12 noon art group; Thursday 2.30pm to 4.30pm Brush up on English; Friday afternoon 1.30pm to 4pm Job Club; First Friday of the month 4.30pm to 6pm Messy Church.

“I also hugely enjoy my role as an employment solicitor and to know I have had an impact in a firm as established as GA makes me feel incredibly proud.”

Guitar Classes Guitar lessons for children aged from 6 - 12 years. Taught in small groups of 2 or 3. Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 3.45 or 4.30pm Fridays at 4pm Saturdays between 9.30 - 4pm For more details Tel: 01752 216456. Classes held in the Woodford area.

Beit Ezra Saturdays A Messianic Fellowship, meets on a Saturday (Shabbat) at Engage, St Levan Road, Milehouse, Plymouth PL2 3BG from 4pm to 6pm. Contact: 01752 922014

Carers Support Group Last Monday of the month Are you a carer? Would you like somewhere to go for advice & info, to relax & unwind with other Carers? Come to our drop in session at St Budeaux Community Centre 10am- 12 noon on the last Monday of the month.

Make A Difference, Plymouth Fridays in term time Support group for parents or carers in Plymouth of children with disabilities or special additional needs either diagnosed or still going through the process. From 10am at Tamar View Community Resource Centre Barne Barton. Open to any parent or carer who can get to us. For further information please visit Make a Difference Plymouth on Facebook or call Kerry on 07599996389.

Tai Chi Beginners Classes Various dates Established in Plymouth since 1995. A friendly group covering all aspects of Tai Chi training for health and well being. Tai Chi is a gentle way to exercise and build strength. For those more keen, it is a complete form of body and mind martial arts system from ancient China suitable for all ages 5 to 95! To get more information, please drop into the class held every Tuesday 6.45pm at Mount Street Primary School, Greenbank, or any other class advertised on www.wutan-plymouth.co.uk. Tel. 07949 839088

Plymouth Musical Activities Club Thursdays A music group for young people aged 9-18 supported by volunteer staff members. At Pmac we teach flute, clarinet, drums, keyboards, singing and guitar. Meet every Thursday at Courtlands School in Eggbuckland from 7.15pm to 9.15pm. The charge is just £1 a week and people of all abilities are welcome. The group plays at lots of different venues and events throughout the year such as Devonport Playhouse, Lord Mayor’s day, Eden Project and many more. If you are interested in joining please call our treasurer Angela fuller on 01752 773482 or check out the Pmac website www.plymouthmac.co.uk

An experienced employment solicitor, Rob advises employers and senior employees across the region on a wide range of employment issues.

Devonport Park Community Choir Mondays A friendly mixed group of singers meet in the Pavilion Cafe in Devonport Park every Monday evening from 6-7.30pm. Cost is £3 per session. No previous experience necessary.

For more details telephone 318087.

Watercolour Art Sessions for Adults Thursdays Beginner and experienced artists welcome. Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Thursdays 10am to 12 noon. The Burrator Inn, Dousland, nr Yelverton Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon. Easy car parking at both venues. For more information call Janet: Mobile: 07742 983311

Rainbow Singers Saturdays Come and join our happy band of rainbow singers sharing singing, fellowship and prayer. We meet at St Gabriel’s Church at 10.15 am most Saturdays. For more information please call 01752 262600

Robert joined GA Solicitors in 2014 as a solicitor and was promoted to associate in July 2017.

Plymouth School of Aikido Non-profit well-respected community based Martial Arts club founded over 35 years ago. Classes at Woodview Learning Campus (off Lancaster Gardens, Whitleigh) on Mondays and Coombe Dean School, Elburton, Plymstock on Fridays. Times: 7- 8pm Juniors, 7-9pm Adults. Aikido is a Japanese Martial Art suitable for both Men and Women learning and working together.

Enjoyable interesting, useful, physical, family-friendly activity with Child Safeguarded/DBS Nationally qualified Instructors leading to recognised gradings appropriate for students of all ages 7yrs to 70yrs. Fees with concessions; excellent value. Quality equipment including clothing available for purchase at non-profit prices.

Checkout www.plymouthaikido.co.uk or Facebook Page. Contact Tre or David Worsley 403325, or Phil Smith 219355 for more information.

Line Dancing Tuesday Evenings.

All levels, from beginner to advanced. 99 per cent country music. Very friendly club. Pennycross Methodist Church Hall, Beauchamp Rd Peverell Tel: Mike 07854 699683.

Singing 4 Fun Thursdays 2pm - 3.30pm We welcome new members. St Pauls Church, Torridge Way, Efford from 2pm to 3.30pm. For more details contact Janette 07854 850830.

Soundhouse Brass and Soundhouse Youth Brass Academy Thursdays Want to play with one of the finest Brass Bands in Devon then why not come along and give us a try. We also have a thriving Youth Band for younger players which is supported by Plymouth Youth Music Service. Both groups practice at The Soundhouse, Torbridge High School, Estover on Thursday evenings (Juniors 6p.m. to 7.30p.m. and Seniors 7.30-9.45p.m) Come along any evening, visit our website www.soundhousebrass.co.uk or ring Alan 01752844108 (Senior Band) or Garry 0744618977 (Youth Band) for further details.

Rainbow Group Tuesdays The group meets at Mount Gould Church from 4.45pm to 5.45pm for girls aged from five to six and a half. For more information contact 07913697767 Sequence Dancing for All Saturdays St Gabriel’s Church Hall, Hyde Park Peverell, 7.30pm to 10pm.

With tea and biscuits. Everyone welcome.

Yankee Yoga Various days All abilities yoga classes set to sweet tunes. Tuesdays 5pm @ The Art of Dance (Mutley Plain) 8pm @ Coombe Dean School; Plymstock/Elburton; Wednesdays 6pm @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill); Fridays 7.30pm Special Class - Yoga for Athletes @ Taurus Gym (Mutley Plain); Saturdays 10am Special Class:Yoga Sculpt @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill). Contact Emily on 07478 257080

The Filling Station, Yelverton Every fourth Friday Top up spiritually: we are not a church but an informal way of expressing the Christian faith at monthly meetings. Everybody is welcome. Meet at Yelverton Golf Club Golf Links Rd, Yelverton at 7.30pm. For details visit www.thefillingstation.org.uk or contact Les and Di Wood 01822 854877.

Sounds Musical Theatre Company Wednesdays Founded in 1911, we are a friendly, diverse group of people who love Musical Theatre and produce two shows a year. In March/April we perform our annual full musical production, with a musical revue in October. Rehearsals are every Wednesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm in Oreston Methodist Church Hall, Plymstock Road, Oreston. Visit www.soundsmusicaltheatrecompany.co.uk for more information.

Adult Children of Alcoholics Meetings Tuesdays 6pm – 7.15pm. St Barnabas Church, The Lounge (enter by separate entrance to left of surgery), St Barnabas Terrace, Pennycomequick, Plymouth PL1 5NN. Visit the website at www.adultchildrenofalcoholics.co.uk. National Phone 01590 610 936.

Plymouth Meet Up Group First Tuesday of the month A social group for people with disabilities. Meets at Igrow Workspace 25 Phoenix Street from 4pm to 7pm for a chat and games and a short walk to the nearby Mount Pleasant pub for a meal. £2 for members and £3 for non-members. For more information call David on 017523 268777.

Penlee Local Art and Craft Group Wednesdays Meet at the Diggin It Meeting Room at Penlle from 12 noon until 2pm. All welcome. This is a group for all levels of artistic or craftworkers to make friends and socialise, exchange ideas and perhaps even organise local exhibitions. Small contribution to room hire needed depending on numbers. Please

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• REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • continued from page 15 Central Park Dog Walkers Association Daily Meet at 10am and 2pm every day at the Golf Cafe near Plymouth Life Centre. Very friendly and informal. For help and advice for all ages.

The Plymouth & District Egyptology Society First Saturday of the month We are a society of some 50 members whose passion is all things related to Ancient Egypt. Between the months of September of one year to May of the next, we meet on the first Saturday of each of those months, including Day Schools, and long weekend visits to UK and European cities to view Museum Egyptology Exhibitions, enjoying the local sights etc. The Society meets at the The Quaker House on Mutley Plain. Timings 2 pm until 4.30 pm for a normal lecture. Contact Details: janis.naylor@aol.co.uk Beavers, Cubs and Scouts Thursdays Tavy Lodge Scout Centre, off LissonGrove, Mutley. Contact 01752 666706 or 9th21stplymouthscoutgroup@gmail.com 5-6pm Beavers; 6.15-7.30pm Cubs; 7.45 - 9.15pm Scouts. Open to young people from the ages of 6 to 14. Come along and join the winter adventures.

Bumps & Babes Group Fridays Make new friends with other parents and parents-to-be. A weekly group welcoming all parents, parents-to-be and carers held in Crownhill. Organised by NCT Plymouth and West Devon branch.

Refreshments, chat and toys. £1 donation to the NCT Charity.

More information Sally Hall 07702 738757 Self defence classes Small but well-respected martial arts club. Classes most nights of the week at St Mary the Virgin Church, Federation Road, Laira. Classes for children and adults. For details visit www. budosocietymusashi.co.uk or call 07742 834366.

Plymstock & District Art Society (PANDAS) Pandas is a small friendly group of amateur painters meeting for two hours (7.30-9.30pm) every Wednesday fortnight at the Radford Family Centre, Plymstock. Members paint and draw in all media and enjoy occasional demonstrations and models. We are not a teaching class but help each other and have programme of themed evenings. Each year our annual exhibition takes place in Plymstock Library. New members are always given a warm welcome so please contact Mike on 794281.

Lets Work It Out! Mondays Weekly drop-in at the Efford Youth and Community Centre (Blandford Road PL3 6HU). Friendly help and support for all ages and abilities in a relaxed environment Mondays 2-5pm. Basic computer skills, job searching and CV/application writing, voluntary/ work placements and training courses, benefits advice and free tea and coffee! Starting March 14. To find out more call Becky on 07933916513 or email letsworkitout@mail.com Stay & Play Toddler Group Wednesday mornings during term time St Mary’s Church Pre-School, St Mary’s Church Parish Centre, Market Road, Plympton. 9.15am to 11.15am. Group is run by friendly and experienced early years practitioners from St Mary’s Church pre-school that was given an overall Outstanding outcome

by Ofsted (July 2011). New and expectant parents welcome.

A one-off donation per week to cover costs of £1.50 per adults (children under 12 months) £2 per adult (children over 12 months).

Includes refreshments. Telephone 01752 348525 Mobile No: 07527 734990.

RAF Association (Plymouth Branch) The association is hoping again this year to try and increase the membership of the RAFA. This means by approaching ex members of the RAF and serving members. If any of you know of relatives or friends who may wish to join please get in touch, we would be happy to see you. Branch Committee meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday, of every month, instead of evening meeting as previous. They will now be held at 10.30am, at Raffles Club, Ermington Terrace, Mutley Plain Plymouth (once a person joins RAFA, the facilities of the club are open to them on the production of their membership card ). The Club officially opens at 12 noon so it is proposed that members meet the branch committee and friends for a chat over a drink from 11.30am or even to stay at raffles, which serve a good lunch at reasonable prices (give it a try, come and meet us). The new meeting dates and time are 25 Oct, 22 Nov (10.30am).

Annual Christmas lunch will be held at Raffles Club on Saturday 16 December (12.30pm for 1pm). Cost £17 for 3 courses plus entertainment and raffle. Advise secretary by October 31 latest (tel 07939897076) For further information and should a member of the RAF Family wish to see a befriender for a chat etc in the home please contact the secretary on 07939897076. Next year is the 100th anniversary of the formation of the Royal Air Force and many events will be held throughout the country and our region. Dates to watch out for in Plymouth will be between 09-16 September 2018. Watch this space!

The Arts Society South Devon We are part of The Arts Society, the national association, and have over 250 members. We hold monthly evening lectures on a wide range of Arts topics, occasional morning lectures, Study Days, Tours, Visits and Concert visits. We would be pleased to welcome some new members and introductory guest visits are available.

Visit www.southdevondfas.org.uk for programme information and other details.

Dartmoor Rambling Club Enjoy the countryside by walking and talking with our club.

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HMS Ocean sailors take on beach run after the hurricane relief work Fit sailors from HMS Ocean have taken part in a charity tenkilometre race in Miami following their hurricane relief efforts in the Caribbean.

HMS Ocean, the Royal Navy’s Fleet Flagship, has been alongside the port of Miami for a brief visit following provision of disaster relief to British Overseas Territories after destruction by Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The port visit into Miami allowed the ship to re-store food and take on fuel.

The stop enabled 20 members of the ship’s company to race the 10k Beach Run, an annual event held in the sweltering heat (32C) and humidity of Miami’s Lummus Park and South Beach.

The event raises funds for the McLamore Foundation, which to date has raised over $32 million to assist over 30,000 underprivileged students across North America and Puerto Rico.

Six of the ship’s runners finished in the top 25 - out of 337. The top ship’s runner was Warrant Officer Alan Fuller with an impressive fifth place in 41:43 min , closely followed

by Chief Petty Officer Douglas Veitch in 12th, Chief Petty Officer

HMS Ocean’s runners who took part in the Miamia Beach Run

A patch work and quilting group who meet at Mount Gould Methodist Church on Thursday mornings. from 10am to 12 noon.

We are a friendly group of ladies who share our knowledge and skills. Help and advice available. Anyone interested in joining us please contact Pat King on 240560 Fun Club Fridays in term time Fun filled club for primary school aged children from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at Plymstock Chapel, Church Road, Plymstock. Games, crafts, stories, songs, tuck shop etc. 50p entrance.

Friday Night Bingo Fridays 7.30pm At Hooe and Turnchapel Community Centre. Tea, coffee & biscuits.Weekly raffles and meat raffle once a month. Why not give us a try! Contact 01752 408441 for more details.

Plymouth Handball Club Thursdays Between 6pm and 7pm at Plymouth Life Centre. Come and play an Olympic sport. A fun/recreational session for adults 18+. All levels and abilities welcome. Session is £2 (1st session free) Contact Lee 07414677003, Facebook Plymouth Handball Club, email plymouthhandballclub@hotmail.com Bingo Night Wednesdays Mainstone Community Centre with eyes down at 7.30pm. Eight page book plus one flyer costs only £6. Raffle every week and tea or coffee, or if you prefer something stronger there is a bar.

Christian Bisgrove in 13th, Chief Petty Officer Dale Johnson 22nd, Chief Petty Officer Shawn Challen, 24th, and Sub Lieutenant Hamish Cooper 25th.

Alan said: “It was great to be able to get some rest alongside Miami following our tasking in the Caribbean. We thoroughly enjoyed the ten kilometre run. The ship’s company put in a really good showing, despite the heat and humidity.’’

Commanding Officer of HMS Ocean, Captain Robert Pedre, said: “It has been a timely visit to Miami for my ship’s company following their stalwart efforts to assist the people of the Caribbean in the wake of Hurricanes Irma and Maria. This visit has been necessary to embark

fuel and stores and afforded a short break before returning to other operations.”

HMS Ocean’s contribution to the overall Department for International Development (DfID) led UK relief operation in the Caribbean was significant.

The ship’s helicopters proved particularly invaluable in a region where roads and bridges had often been destroyed; with Merlin and Wildcat helicopters from 845, and 847 Naval Air Squadrons alongside Chinooks from 18 Squadron RAF embarked.

HMS Ocean steamed over 11,000 miles, conducted 253 hours of flying including 81 separate trips and moved more than 1,000 people by air.

and by public transport. Walks include to : Cawsand, Dewestone, Tavistock , Bere Ferrers, Whitchurch area. Some weekend walks are care share from George Park and Ride. Walks include; Wembury, Sittaford Tor, Princetown area, Belstone and Taw Marsh. For more information , including a programme call Russell, 01752 266608

activity groups for mixed age and ability groups of children and young people with special needs offering good range of social and group opportunities; school holidays weekdays 10.30am to 3.30pm holiday playscheme activity sessions for small friendship groups of children and young people with special needs. For details call 01752 484433 or 07780 662391.

Plymouth U3A Second Monday of the month If you are retired, looking for new interests and to make new friends, then come along to the next monthly meeting of the Plymouth U3a and listen to our speaker. We meet at The Holiday Inn from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Coffee available on arrival and an option to stay for a reasonably priced two course lunch in the restaurant. U3A (University of the 3rd Age) is organised and run by volunteers, there are over 60 groups to find out about and maybe join, creating opportunities for continuation of learning. A non member can attend as a visitor, further information can be obtained via the welcome and promotions desk on the day, or in advance by telephoning 01752 563551, joining on the day is also an option. We look forward to meeting you.

Plymouth Regional Head & Neck Cancer Support Group Our support group aims to offer support and understanding to Head & Neck cancer patients, their families and carers, in the Derriford Hospital Catchment area. The aim of this new support group will be to provide information and support to all Head & Neck Cancer patients, their carers, and their families. It will primarily be a social group to encourage individuals to meet up to chat in an informal and friendly venue and atmosphere. If you are a cancer patient of any type without a support group at all, you can be assured of a warm welcome with us. So why not get in touch, and come and join us? We usually meet at 10.30 a.m. on the first Monday of each month and we will try to help with transportation if needs be. Please contact Geoff Read for further details or advice. Telephone: (01752) 563 800 or email geoffnread@gmail.com

Moors Edge U3A Second Thursday of the month New members welcome. Meets at the Woolwell Centre PL6 7TR. Guest speakers and a variety of social events. Growing number of interest groups including bridge for beginners, wine tasting, weekenders, jazz, Spanish, art appreciation and still more to start. Socially, we will be enjoying ‘High Tea’ at Yelverton Golf Club and our date for Xmas Lunch has been set for December 15. Details of our Groups etc can be found on the Moors Edge website, Facebook and reminders are now put on Streetlife.

Plymouth Fishkeepers Society First and Second Wednesday of the Month. 8pm at the Hyde Park Social Club If you are interested in the hobby of keeping tropical fish and want to learn more, then why not come along to one of our meetings. Interests among members are diverse, and there is without doubt someone in the society who can answer questions covering most aspects of the hobby.The society caters for newcomers to people who have been in the hobby for a long time. Just bought your first fish tank? Then Plymouth Fishkeepers Society is the place for you.

Beckly Centre Regular events at the Beckly Centre at Mayers Way, Hooe Road, Plymstock include: Mondays 7pm to 9.30pm adult social group with a variety of activities including crafts, life skills, cooking quizzes bingo and outings; Thursdays 7pm to 9pm youth group providing social activities in a small friendship mixed ages and ability groups for young people with additional needs; Saturdays and Sundays 10.30am to 3.30pm weekend

The Pythagorean Society First Friday of the month held at Plymouth Natural Health & Healing Centre, Outland Road, PL2 3PY. 7 pm – 9 pm. We have a different topic each month with a guest speaker, covering a wide range of esoteric subjects. Please see our website for details www.pythagoreansociety.wordpress.net or email mail@ pythagoreansociety.net Emmanuel Tea Break Fridays New members welcome to join our club for mainly over 60’s, meeting at Emmanuel Church Hall, Mannamead, on Fridays at 2pm. A varied programme of indoor activities and occasional trips out. For more details call Richard on 707894.

Reading Group Third Tuesday of the month Like reading? Like to share your views on books? We are a small friendly group who meet at Tothill Community Centre on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 10.30am for approximately 1 hour to discuss chosen books and swap other reading experiences. All new members will receive a very warm welcome. Please ring 01752 513197 for details.

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SING Every Thursday in school term times Plymouth Community Choir at Pomphlett. Great songs, lovely people and loads of fun! Do you want to sing with us? We meet on Thursdays 7.15pm-9pm at Pomphlett Methodist Church Centre (just behind Morrisons in Plymstock). We sing songs at the soul funky/ world music end of the spectrum. Visit www.singdevon.com. Or ring Pete Scott on 07896 276577. First session free! Book online or by phone.

Regular events at Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street.

First Wednesday of every month 1pm to 2 pm Quiet time in conjunction with Plymouth Centre for Faiths and Cultural Diversity. Speaker monthly and tranquil music. Oasis of calm on the second, third and fourth Wednesdays 1pm--1 45 pm Tranquil music and time for quiet reflection. Mindfulness at lunchtime first Tuesday of every month.

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Whitleigh: Tea, Toast and Timebanking Wednesdays 10-12.

Four Greens Community Trust Hub, 15 The Green, Whitleigh. Share a cuppa and a chat with local people. Everyone welcome. 01752 395131 Whitleigh: Mini Allotment Group.

Alternate Wednesdays 12-1pm. Four Greens Community Trust Hub, 15 The Green, Whitleigh. Come and potter in our little garden. No experience necessary. 01752 395131 Friendship Club Alternate Wednesdays For the over 55s at King’s Tamerton Community Centre. Meet new friends, bingo, raffle, tea and biscuits, and every month from May until September a trip to the coast. For further information ring Ida 01752 368841.

Pilates Class Fridays Wesley Hall, Pennycross from 10am to 11am. £5 session need to bring a mat other equipment provided. Contact to book on 07401090025 or email tracywilmot@hotmail.co.uk Ford Park Cemetery Gardening Club Third Sunday of the month The Club meets outside the Visitor Centre at 11.30am and is always looking for new members. If you have a few hours spare, why not go along and join them.

Biblical Hebrew Language Classes Thursdays Reviving the passion in Biblical texts at Engage, St Levan Rd, Milehouse, at 7pm. Entrance by donation. Contact kehila@ beit-ezra.org.il Country Dance Plymouth Tuesdays Trinity United Reformed Church Hall, Torr Lane, Hartley, 8pm to 10pm. We dance a wide range of country dances, from the 17th century to the present day, beginners are most welcome and partners not needed, good exercise for the body and mind. Please call 07866 980752 for more details.

Regular Events at William Sutton Village Hall, Crownhill Mondays: New Age Kurling for over 50s 12.30pm to 2pm; ACT Community Theatre group 7pm to 9pm; Tuesdays: Knit & Natter 1.30pm to 3.30pm; Wednesdays: Lace making 7pm to 9pm (except summer holidays); Fridays: Yoga 10am to 12pm (except school holidays); Saturdays: Bingo 2pm to 4pm; Katie Su School of Dance Mondays 10am to 11am and 4pm to 6.30pm; Wednesdays 4pm to 6.30pm and Saturdays 9am to 1pm. Every second Sunday 11am to 1pm Plymouth O Gauge model railway group.

Badminton Club Fridays Non league club meets on Friday evenings at Whiteford Road, Plymouth to play casual badminton. All adults welcome including over fifties. For further details contact rcbeasley@ btinternet.com

Royal recognition for Plymouth charity A Plymouth charity which works alongside courts in Devon and Cornwall to support both offenders and victims, has received Royal recognition.

“We have developed strong links to partners operating within the courts and specialist services across Plymouth and Cornwall and would like to thank them all for their good wishes and for celebrating this Award with us.

Devon and Cornwall Community Advice and Support Service (CASS+) has received the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2017.

“Developing volunteers is a large part of our charitable ethos and we would be happy to hear from anyone who would be interested in volunteer roles within CASSPLUS via admin@cassplus.org.”

The award, which is the highest given each year to volunteer groups, sets the benchmark for excellence in volunteering and is equivalent in status to the MBE.

The Award was presented to the team by the Lord Lieutenant of Devon, David Fursdon at a special ceremony. CASS+ was one of five winners from Devon.

It recognises and celebrates outstanding achievement by groups of volunteers who regularly devote their time to helping and providing opportunity for others in the community and improving the quality of life.

Speaking at the awards ceremony David Fursdon said: “The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service is highly sought after and speaks volumes for the strength and value of the voluntary sector in Devon as well as giving national recognition to the marvellous achievements of this year’s Award winners.”

Carole Edwards, general manager CASS+ said: “We are thrilled to accept the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service on behalf of our charity. This is a real honour and is testament to the commitment of a very small team of staff, and a very much larger team of volunteers, over the past 11 years.

“We have been on quite a journey. I am so proud of everyone who has been involved with us - both past and present. They have helped to shape CASS+ and, most critically, to shape the lives of thousands of vulnerable people they have touched along the way.

“We work with approximately 150 individuals each month, responding to the individual’s need for advice, support and sign-posting and raising referrals to a wide range of specialist services such as homelessness, drug and alcohol, finance, employment and training, health and mental health, to name a few.

“People coming through courts for the first time receive support and help in understanding what is a frightening and complicated system; people needing practical advice have easy access to it because we are a drop-in service; those who are revolving through the system with lower level offences are helped to rehabilitate and improve their lives; families and victims are also helped.

Members of the CASS+ team at the presentation ceremony with the Lord Lieutenant of Devon David Fursdon

HMS Northumberland welcomes its new Commanding Officer A Royal Navy commander has assumed her latest role as captain of the Plymouth-based 23 Frigate HMS Northumberland.

Commander Alexandra Pollard (known as Ally), is the 12th commanding officer appointed to the ship, the ninth of the Type 23 Duke Class Frigates.

Commander Pollard said: “It is a tremendous privilege to be appointed in command of HMS Northumberland and I am delighted to have the opportunity to regenerate the ship and her ship’s company, building upon their already proud reputation and taking her back to her rightful place at the forefront of UK defence.’’

She gained a degree in classics from University

College London and joined the Royal Navy in 1997.

Her previous appointments have included senior warfare officer in HMS Liverpool, air warfare officer for major multi-national military exercises, executive officer of HMS Richmond and latterly as the warfare officer career manager.

HMS Northumberland is in the latter stages of a refit at HM Naval Base Devonport and is programmed to return to the fleet early next year.

Cdr Pollard will now visit organisations and places affiliated to the ship in London and Northumberland.

She will then oversee the transition of the ship from shore to sea as HMS Northumberland’s ship’s company move on board after the refit under the MOD’s major industrial partner Babcock.

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Over a hundred and eighty Plymouth care workers were celebrated at a glitzy awards ceremony.

nominate for various categories, including the ‘People’s Choice Award’, and the winners were chosen by an independent panel.

The Celebrating Excellence in Care awards are organised by the Quality Assurance & Improvement Team at Plymouth City Council to showcase and celebrate best practice across adult social care and celebrate and recognise all the fantastic work taking place across the care sector in Plymouth, from residential and nursing care homes to domiciliary care agencies.

Hayley Bowden of Higher Park Lodge was named the winner of the individual People’s Choice award for care homes after the residents said “I always feel very safe here with her” and “She’s like a sister to me”, with her manager saying “She is one in a million”.

Lynda Bowyer, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care, said: “Following on from Carers Week, this event was another wonderful opportunity to celebrate people who do such an important job. Caring will touch each and every one of us in our lifetime, whether we become a carer or need care ourselves, so I’m delighted to lend my support. It’s a real privilege to attend these awards that celebrate the amazing work that is happening across the sector here in Plymouth every single day.”

The People’s Choice Award for domiciliary care went to Julie Bullock of Nurse Plus, who was described as “having empathy for the situations some of our service users find themselves in which is second to none and unconditional” and “I am struck by her caring and sensitive nature”.

Representatives from care homes and domiciliary care agencies across the city attended the event and a raffle in aid of the Children’s Happy Hospital Fund at Derriford Hospital raised over £700 on the night, with fundraising continuing throughout the year for this cause.

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Plymouth City Council is one of the 16 local authorities signed up to the #ProudToCare South West campaign which aims to promote careers working in care.

Council leader Ian Bowyer pictured with two of the award winners

Olympic diver Tonia Couch presents a special award to Merafield View

A total of 35 awards were handed out to care workers by special guest for the evening, local Olympian Tonia Couch.

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Awards highlight best practice in the care sector The winners of the categories were as follows: Dementia Quality Mark - the DQM goes to care homes who have building blocks and continuous improvement plans in place to provide a good quality dementia service.

Winners: Selkirk House, Two Trees Care Home, Caremark Plymouth, Gemcare Southwest, Human Support Group, Mears Care, Nurse Plus.

Leadership Programme for Registered Managers - the aim of the programme is to embed the lessons from the National Skills Academy’s Leadership Quality Framework and to provide individuals and organisations with the awareness and understanding of leadership in social care.

Winners: Sophie Page (Down House), Maria Golden (Drake Nursing Home), Francesca Fletcher (Durnsford Lodge), Gyaneshwar Purgaus (Fairglen Residential Home), Debbie Norman (Higher Park Lodge), Andrea Sifleet (IOTA Care), Kathie Shopland (Plymbridge House), Lorna Smith (Parkwood House), Carla Robey (Restormel House), Annette Mitchell (Ridgecott), Mo Foreman (Silvermead Residential Home), Sue Marchant and Philippa Ayrton-Kerswill (St Annes Residential Home), Tracey Campbell (Trevi House), Catherine Letchford (Two Trees Caring Home), Debbie Adams (Underhill Residential Home), Donna West (Victoria House) Care Quality Commission recognition - these awards go to those services who have achieved an overall rating of ‘outstanding’ or received ‘outstanding’ ratings in any of the five key areas which are inspected by the Care Quality Commission.

Winners: Hardwick View, Merafield View, Lelant Nursing Home, Hartley Park and Wisteria House.

Care Homes Innovation in Dementia Care - Winner Woodland Villa Innovation in Learning Disability Care - Winner Laburnum Lodge (Popworld) Innovation in Quality Assurance - Winner Chatsworth House Innovation in Service User Involvement - Winner Vale Lodge Innovation in Community Engagement - Winner Vale Lodge Newcomer to Care - Winner Enamul Hoque, Restormel Terrace Devotion to Care - Winner Bente Daniels, Higher Park Lodge Activities Co-ordinator of the year - Winner Lifestyle Team. Parkwood House Service User ‘Story of the year’ - Winner Catherine Camp (RIP) and all at Valley View People’s Choice Award - Winners Team Award to Thorn Park & Individual Award to Hayley Bowden, Higher Park Lodge Domiciliary Care Innovation in Dementia Care - Winner Caremark Innovation in Quality Assurance - Winner Karen Holmes, Caremark Newcomer to Care - Winner Kelly Brown, Human Support Group Devotion to Care - Winner Nicky Williams, Human Support Group People’s Choice Award - Winner Julie Bullock, Nurse Plus Special recognition awards These were given to three people and services who the Panel felt deserved special recognition following their nominations: Sue Johnson of Douglas House; All at Laburnum Lodge; All at Merafield View

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Mature student Bogdan MONEY MA££ERS with Tony Jopson gives City College an A* Contrasting Christmases rating for their teaching A former teacher from Romania is among the growing number of mature students who is returning to education thanks to City College Plymouth.

Bogdan Radu taught maths in his native Romania, but after moving to England, he went from teacher to student, and at 49 years old returned to college to take his GCSEs. He is now hoping to go on to gain his UK teaching qualifications and continue with his career.

Alongside his studies, Bogdan gained valuable

experience in the English education system volunteering as a maths teacher at Cathedral School for over a year.

Now, inspired by the teachers he has met, he’s keen to get back to class.

“The teachers at the college are wonderful,” said Bogdan. “I have been a teacher since 1989, and in all that time, I have never seen lecturers so passionate about their jobs - they were very happy for me when I got my A*.

“This country needs good teachers and I hope to be one of them and go on to teach maths at secondary school level. Now with my science GCSE, I can do that.”

Most career pathways require applicants to have English, maths and science GCSE grades at a C/4 or above. This is now easier to achieve with City College where GCSE English and maths is free to those who do not currently hold these grades.

Other financial support is available in the form of an Advanced Learner Loan.

This funding allows those aged 19 and over that are looking to return to education, to ease the financial strain of tuition fees and living costs. The Advanced Leaner Loan helps those eligible to start courses with no upfront costs and they will only have to pay back the loan if their annual income exceeds £21,000.

Mature student Bogdan Radu

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It may seem a bit early to write about Christmas for the November Shopper but not so judging by the contents of some of the shelves in the supermarkets already!

So I am going to share a few thoughts before many of us will have got round to thinking about shopping for Christmas.

First, presents for toddlers: why is it that whatever present you buy for a toddler they seem to be more interested in the wrapping paper or the box it comes in than the present itself? You can see it with pets too; buy all the kitten toys you want but the cat will still want to explore and eventually curl up and go to sleep in the box!

I remember when our daughter Abi was around four years old and she desperately wanted a pink remote controlled ‘Barbie car’ (those were the days!). However this was quite a big present for her and there was a lot of negotiation and build up to its eventual purchase. Finally Christmas day came and the Barbie car was unwrapped and ‘batteried up’ for action. There was much excitement for at least a few minutes as it sped round the room. In the ensuing days, however, it was hardly used and its time with us ended I think the following Christmas as we gave it (‘in pretty good nick for a second hand car Guv’) to a local charity for passing on to some other

‘temporarily to be excited’ child.

My wife and I are trustees of a local charity called Contrasting Horizons (CH), which exists to relieve poverty both here and abroad and also to promote the Christian gospel. Among other things CH sponsors some children in third world countries through an excellent organisation called Compassion UK. Letters shoot to and fro with these children and it is noticeable that they report being delighted with simple toys like a hoop and stick or marbles. They seem to survive without the latest I-phones and big screen TVs and have something called ‘community’, which has perhaps been weakened in this country as we have become more prosperous, individualistic and self sufficient.

So what can we learn from all the above? – well, perhaps that children (and cats!) may prefer Christmas ‘presence’ to Christmas ‘presents”. By this I mean that they would probably rather have a loving and caring family around them at Christmas than the most expensive toys. Certainly this is evident when we hear from the sponsored children abroad - they love to talk about the closeness of their families and although they have little materially, they seem so much wealthier than us in terms of family closeness and community.

So why not try a ‘Contrasting Christmas’? Maybe you don’t need to spend lots of money on children (or cats) this Christmas, especially if

you don’t have the money and need to use the credit (I mean debt) card.

Why not concentrate on ensuring that there is harmony within the household and that the children feel secure and loved – this is so much more valuable and doesn’t have to cost much money at all.

As usual I set out below reminders of organisations you can contact locally for help with debt or money management problems if you have these. Let’s hope you don’t have to use them though. Have a great Christmas (it is coming) and I will pen some more thoughts in 2018.

Christians Against Poverty (Plymouth) 0800 328 0006 (freephone) CAP Money website:www. capmoney.org.uk Plymouth Focus 01752 669785 www.plymouthfocus.co.uk Citizens Advice (Plymouth) 0844 8269717 Tony Jopson, FCA Insolvency Consultant, 246 Peverell Park Road, Plymouth, PL3 4QG Telephone: 01752 775068 tony@tonyjopson.co.uk

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Caring for carers Providing practical support to carers through quality information, training and social opportunities

OF CROSS RHYTHMS, PLYMOUTH

The Autumn Years The temperature is dropping, leaves are falling from the trees and the evenings are drawing in. 2017 is coming to an end and we are now fully in the midst of Autumn.

1 in 8 adults (around 6.5 million people) are carers and by 2037, it’s anticipated that the number of carers will increase to nine million.

Every day another 6,000 people take on a caring responsibility – that equals over two million people each year. 58% of carers are women and 42% are men and over one million people care for more than one person.

For many people I know this is their favourite time of the year. Taking a brisk walk through the woods looking at the myriad of coloured leaves on the trees is truly a thing of beauty. For others, the thought of winter on the way and the shorter daylight hours is not something they look forward to.

It is estimated that carers save the economy £132 billion per year, an average of £19,336 per carer. In Plymouth it is estimated that 29,000 people are undertaking a caring role.

If you’re over 18 and look after a partner, family member, or friend with an illness or disability, you can ask for a carer’s assessment to look at how caring affects you and the sort of help you need. You will be entitled to an assessment regardless of the amount or type of care you provide, your financial means or your level of need for support.

You don’t necessarily have to live with the person you are looking after or be caring fulltime to have an assessment.

Lee Sewrey, Caring for Carers manager said “At times caring can be deeply enjoyable.

There is nothing more rewarding and human than helping our loved ones get the most out of their lives. There is also nothing more difficult than spending so much time thinking about someone else’s needs that you forget about your own.

You may also be balancing caring with work and other family commitments and struggling to navigate through ‘the system’ which can

Experience DAVE SIMPSON, STATION MANAGER

A carer is anyone who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without their support.

Are you looking after someone? Improving Lives Plymouth’s Caring for Carers service assists adult carers to engage with services and access activities and opportunities to support their physical and mental health. We work with our partners at Age UK Plymouth to undertake statutory carers assessments on behalf of Plymouth City Council to establish how someone’s caring role impacts on their life and wellbeing.

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be bewildering and emotional.”

When you are caring, getting the right information at the right time can make all the difference.

Friday November 24 is Carers Rights Day, the national initiative to encourage carers in their local community to become more aware of the help and support they are entitled to.

Improving Lives Plymouth’s Caring for Carers team are hosting a tea and cakes event at the Copthorne Hotel, Armada Way, PL1 1AR from 11am to 2pm.

Carers and their families visiting the event will be able to relax and have a free hot drink and cake and access free legal, housing, advocacy, mental health and benefits advice.

Free taster sessions in hand reflexology, foot massage and nail art will be available throughout the day and there will also be some fabulous prizes in our fundraising raffle. The first 150 visitors will leave with a ‘goodie bag’ courtesy of Wolferstans Solicitors.

01752 201890 or email caringforcarers@ improvinglivesplymouth.org.uk or visit our website at www.improvinglivesplymouth. org.uk You can also register as a carer online at www.plymouth.gov.uk/adultcareandhealth/ caringotherpeople/helpandsupportcarers Sarah Austin, Carers Support coordinator said: “Caring for Carers facilitate several support groups for carer’s in Plymouth which offer friendship, emotional support, information, and peer support to carer’s who may otherwise feel isolated or find it hard to maintain relationships due to their busy lives and caring commitments.

“Our groups run on various days and times across the city and provide a safe place for carers to meet to socialise, gain advice, or to just allow themselves the chance to sit down for a few hours with good company.

“Some months there may be a guest speaker or the odd activity such as meals out at Christmas or a day trip, but at the very least you can always expect a warm welcome and a cup of tea and some cake.

“It is a great chance for those who care for a loved one to make a bit of time for themselves to support their own wellbeing and to share their experiences with others who are in a similar situation.’

I suppose similarities can be drawn to the autumn years of our lives. For some it is an exciting time to enjoy retirement or grandchildren or time away from the busyness of their younger years. However, for others it can be a challenging time where the future seems uncertain and the best years seem to be in the rear view mirror.

I recently heard a very interesting piece on a national radio station, where the presenter was discussing how grandparents are almost unique to human beings and rarely found in other species across the natural world. Apparently most other creatures live only as long as they can bear children and it is very uncommon to have a generation above that.

Now I am no expert so I cannot comment on the validity of these claims but it got me thinking about how precious life is in every season of our lives, particularly as we get older.

If you are a professional who supports carers, or you have just started to look after someone, we would encourage you to attend this event as there will be many different organisations in attendance to offer support and advice.

As a 26 year old it may seem a little out of place to be writing about the value of later life. Whilst I can’t comment on how it feels to be at that stage of life myself I can comment on the immense importance I place on the older people in my life.

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All too often these days there seems to be a divide between the old and the young, the so called ‘baby boomers’

and ‘millenials’ seem to be pitted against each other. This saddens me as I believe we are stronger as a society when we can work together and treat each generation with dignity and respect.

Some of the most important people in my life are my grandparents. I love speaking with them and hearing about their experiences in life. They can share first hand stories with me of some of the most challenging times in British history during World War 2.

They have years of life experience to share and the wisdom that goes with that. As I face new challenges in my life it is a great strength to be able to share with those people who have raised children, lived abroad, worked their careers and are still alive to tell the tales!

If you are reading this article and feeling like you have already lived the best years of your life please know that you are still incredibly valuable. Not only that, but you just don’t know what life might still have in store for you.

I recently interviewed a couple on Cross Rhythms who, since retiring, have notched up thousands of miles cycling all over the world on a tandem bike! In fact they popped in to the studio whilst on their way cycling down to Spain!

You can read more about their story online at www.themillers.bike and hear theirs and other Life Stories on Cross Rhythms 96.3FM each Wednesday at 1pm.

The good book has plenty of stories of men and women having great adventures in the later years of their lives.

Take Abraham for example. He was given a promise from God as a younger man that he only saw fulfilled when he was in his 90’s!

So if you are in the autumn years of your life and feeling uncertain, unsure or unfulfilled, know there is still every possibility your best years are yet to come!

Walk for Freedom highlights plight of victims of modern day slavery Members of the Public may have wondered why a long line of diverse individuals was winding its way through Plymouth’s city centre on Saturday October 14.

The eye-catching demonstration was part of a fundraising and awareness event called #WalkForFreedom which took place in 400 cities across 50 countries of the world.

The purpose of the walk, operated

by a global anti-human trafficking organization called A21, was to raise awareness about the millions of men, women, and children who are still trapped in slavery today.

Modern Day Slavery is known to be a $150 billion industry that affects millions of people; but is often happening whilst we remain unaware.

The Walk, now in its fourth year, “is a tangible, practical, and doable thing for every single person. All of us can put our feet on the pavement and use

our steps to make a difference,” says Christine Caine, A21’s Founder.

The walk participants wore yellow bandanas over their mouths with just three names on them, Eve, Ivan and Amy, to signify that slavery is experienced by real people living today.

Eve is a young girl who was rescued at four years old from a red-light district in Thailand where she was given drugs to keep dancing eight hours a night in a bathing costume and make up to

attract tourists to the brothel.

Amy was rescued by the US Police Department from her forced prostitution by someone she thought would love and care for her.

Ivan answered a job advert in Ukraine, leaving his wife and children to earn more money than he could in his home town, but ended up having all his documents taken from him and forced to work 12-15 hours a day with little food, living in a camp controlled by armed men with dogs. He was rescued after

being thrown out into the forest to die as he had become too ill to work.

As the fifty or so participants walked through Plymouth from Mutley Baptist church in single file, and in silence, it was clear that they were affected as much as the people who witnessed them.

A21 is committed to the eradication of slavery, and believes that raising awareness through events like the Walk for Freedom is one of the most impacting things that it does.

As ordinary people in Plymouth

become aware of what constitutes modern day slavery, there is more likelihood that these crimes will not continue to go undetected.

Devon and Cornwall Police are committed to freeing the UK from modern slavery, and have advice on the Devon and Cornwall police website for citizens who wish to report a potential incident.

If it’s an emergency call 999. Or, for help and advice call any time on 0800 0121 700 (free from landlines and most mobile phones).

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Students take heart from CPR training

Every student at Plymouth’s newest secondary school has been taught CPR as part of Restart A Heart Day.

More than 150 students and staff at Scott Medical and Healthcare College were taught the techniques as part of the British Heart Foundation’s Restart a Heart initiative.

The British Heart Foundation says that if you suffer a cardiac arrest out of hospital in the UK, you have less than a one in ten chance of surviving so the aim of Restart A Heart Day on October 16 was to train as many young people as possible and Sherri Mann, the college’s qualified first aider, ran CPR sessions throughout the day.

Mrs Mann - who is also a personal coach - ran the sessions with help from Justin Sharples, South Western Ambulance NHS Foundation Trust’s assistant community responder for Devon.

“It was quite a challenge to train so many students in one day but with the excellent BHF training film and with Justin Sharples being here we are really pleased to have trained so many people in one day,” she said.

Mr Sharples said it was “absolutely fantastic” that the students were being trained. “Early CPR can make a huge difference,” he said. “The students were really engaged and enthusiastic and asked informed and relevant questions.”

Year 12 student Bleona Recica said the training was ‘very important’. “I didn’t know how to do it before today,” said Bleona, who is planning to become a naval nurse.

“I would feel confident doing it now – though of course I hope I won’t have to use it too often.”

Fellow Year 12 student Demi Graham – who hopes to go on to be a speech and language therapist – said the training was good fun. “That’s what it’s like being at Scott College, it’s really focused and hands-on, I love it here.”

Scott College is a new state school which opened in September for young people planning to pursue a career in the medical and healthcare sector welcoming students from Plymouth, Devon and into Cornwall.

There is a Year 12 Open Evening for current Year 11 students on November 29 – details are on the website www.scottcollege.co.uk.

Students staff and trainers pictured during the Start a Heart Day at Scott College

Marjon students win national award

Four students from Plymouth Marjon University have won a national award for their voluntary work raising awareness of different speech and language needs.

The students, Hannah Burton, Grace Chugg, Hannah Greer and Marianne Johns were presented with the award by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy in Glasgow in a glittering ceremony.

The judges praised the students for the valuable contribution of their Marjon Giving Voice society in raising awareness of Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) in the wider community.

Over the last 18 months the Giving Voice team have

run a number of awareness raising events. These include an information day in Plymouth devoted to talking to people about SLT and listening to their stories and a Dysphagia Awareness Day, raising awareness of swallowing impairments.

for their huge contributions, we wouldn’t have done it without them”.

The team also supported local schools in the national Voice Box competition, which reminded people that all children need support to build their communication skills and confidence and some need additional specialist help to speak and/or understand what is being said to them.

“They have really excelled themselves and put into practice what they have been studying to make a difference in our community. We are incredible proud of them all.”

Grace Chugg from the Marjon Giving Voice team said: “We’re incredibly honoured to be recognised at a national level for our contribution to raising awareness of Speech and Language Therapy and would like to thank our Marjon lecturers and our fellow students

Dr Lynsey Parrott, senior SLT lecturer, said: “We are delighted that our students have been recognised for their hard work.

Marjon has been training Speech and Language Therapists since 1994 and is the only place in the South West accredited to train students. Academics are known for their pioneering work, such as Gillie Stoneham for her research into helping transgender people find their voice.

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