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ED’s letter Happy New Year! Have you started your new years resolutions yet? Or have you destroyed them in the first few days ? Statistics say that more than 40% of us will set a weight loss goal and 30% of us will decide to do more exercise. The other 10% will set no goals for this new year.

However more shocking is that 80% of the population will give up on their new years resolutions by 1st of February and return to their old ways.

On a brighter note as of now the nights will start to get a little bit bearable and brighter thanks to Winter Solstice that took place on 22nd December. Also we all start to plan our next big summer holiday or a small get away, if you want some top tips please read our piece from The Travel Councilors Charlie Dyson on page 20.

He has some great ideas to travel to Lisbon, Mauritius and Japan.

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4. The Adventure – Sri Lanka Sri Lanka was hailed as their number one country to visit in 2019 by Lonely Planet, and for a country rich in culture, varied wildlife, amazingly welcoming people and unspoilt beaches it is easy to see why.

A multi-centre adventure awaits in this diverse country – Scenic train rides to the tea plantations.

Spotting wild elephants, leopards and rare bird species in the Yala National park. Climbing the rock 1. The Country – Japan. at Sigiriya to see the ancient ruins of the Kingdom Japan has always been high on most people’s of Kassapa and a breath-taking view. Finishing travel wish list. But following the success of 2019’s your journey with some well-earned down time and Rugby World Cup and the Olympics in the summer enjoying the relaxed atmosphere on one of the of 2020 there is no better time to visit this unique stunning beaches at Tangalle or Rekawa. country of amazing hospitality, incredible scenery and fantastic food. Ride the bullet train, witness the 5. The Rail Journey – Rocky Mountaineer amazing snow monkeys and the stunning cherry Marvel at the huge, rugged peaks of the snowblossom or test yourself by climbing Mount Fuji, capped iconic Rocky Mountains in Canada as you Japan really is a country of fascinating contrasts glide along in comfort on the Rocky Mountaineer that will mesmerise any visitor. train journey. With routes travailing from Vancouver

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2. The City – Lisbon.

The Portuguese capital is one of my favourite cities in Europe. Offering narrow cobbled streets, ancient ruins, a lively nightlife with an excellent food scene and stunning panoramic views from one of its seven hilltops. Lisbon really is the perfect location for a weekend or short break. It also offers excellent value with some great hotels at a fraction of the cost of some of Europe’s other capital cities.

3. The Beach – Mauritius.

Thinking of Mauritius automatically conjures up images of pristine white sand beaches, blue seas and relaxing with a cocktail in hand. However, this diverse island has a lot more to offer. Spend a couple of weeks here and as well as switching-off on the beach at one of the myriad luxury resorts or in a private villa, you can also spend time in the Black River Gorges National Park witnessing dramatic waterfalls, rare bird species and the luscious green forests of the highlands.

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Operetta club locks themselves in the Tower of London - and sings their way out, at the Redgrave Theatre Capital punishment, imprisonment under false charges, and unrequited love are themes that Gilbert and Sullivan manage to transform into comic opera in their work The Yeomen of the Guard which is coming to the Redgrave Theatre in April 2020, performed by Bristol Gilbert and Sullivan Operatic Society (BGSOS).

Set in the Tower of London during the reign of King Henry VIII, The Yeomen of the Guard tells the story of the war hero Colonel Fairfax, unjustly framed, imprisoned, and condemned to death for sorcery, and the plot hatched by fellow war hero Sergeant Meryll and his daughter, Phoebe, to free Colonel Fairfax from the Tower of London by disguising him as one of the guardians of the Tower itself: the famous Yeomen of the Guard.

The Yeomen of the Guard opened at the Savoy Theatre on 3rd October 1888. It was triumph for composer Arthur Sullivan who had long complained of the plots that WS Gilbert was providing him. Sullivan wanted less absurdity in the stories and something more weighty.

Gilbert eventually came up with the plot for The Yeomen of the Guard and Sullivan thankfully approved. The result is a complex, witty and characterful operetta sure to delight audiences, whether or not they have criminal intentions.

“Victorian critics considered the score to be Sullivan’s finest”, says musical director William Stevens, who is in charge of the music for the first time, at BGSOS. “Sullivan’s Yeomen overture is the best structured of the genre, rather than being just a collection of the best tunes of the work”.

Yeomen is director Sarah Nash’s second show at the helm. “this opera is Gilbert and Sullivan’s darkest and probably most engaging work and it’s my challenge to bring The Tower and characters to life”, she says. “We have a wonderful talented cast and crew who will be doing the work justice, if I’m permitted to plagiarise one of Gilbert’s many delicious puns.”

So why not come along and join us for torture, beheading, a jester, a jailor and the occasional marching on the spot? BGSOS is performing The Yeomen of the Guard 1st - 4th April 2020, with a matinee performance on Saturday 4th April, where children are especially invited, with an opportunity to meet the cast afterwards. Tickets are available from https://www.bristolgsos.com

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WHATS DOES JANUARY HOLD FOR YOU? January Something you have been putting aside needs to be dealt with. The sooner you do this the better things will be for you. Remember that in any situation you have a strong enough character that you will be able to deal with most things. If you have hold-ups and obstacles, check that you are not causing these yourself.

Keywords strength and endurance February Meeting people is quite prominent this month, both in social and other groups and gatherings.

If something needs to be said or sorted now is a good time to do it. It may be a time to reflect and for decisions.

Keywords. Gatherings and decisions March If you are involved in meetings at this time they may not run as smoothly as you would like If the situation feels difficult remember to keep calm. You may also feel time for spring cleaning, both on the physical, and emotional levels.

Keywords. Calm and clearing April Looks like changes are on the way for you. It may be a new venture or career. You may be feeling a bit restless at the moment., May be time to reflect on and some of the things you would like to achieve. You may find people keep wanting to give you their problems, but do not let yourself get involved in gossip or conflict.

Keywords changes and reflection.

May You may be feeling that things are being held up for you, or that your vitality levels are low. Spring is just around the corner and soon your energy and yourself will be feeling back to normal. If there is something complicated in your life at the moment, you will soon be able to unravel it and and let it go.

Don’t be too hard on yourself, remember you can achieve more than you think.

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June Relationships are a high point this month, as well as possible. A small refresh in the home.

If something is a bit hard going at the moment, you will find that you will have the strength and endurance to go through this with relatively plain sailing.

Keywords opportunities and relationships July This month pay attention to your intuition especially in regarding to situations with other people. You may need to step back from something and try and see it from a different perspective. In all situations this month try and keep calm and balanced.

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August You may be at a point where a knew interest hobby or some kind of study is on your mind.

This could lead to opportunities in many directions. Just remember anything you want to achieve may involve some kind of challenges.

Keywords challenges and opportunities.

September Any obstacles that have been in your way look likely to be on their way out. You may have been feeling a bit stuck in your ways of late, this could well be about to change. It may be time to think of having a break, even if it’s just for a day or so.

Keywords change and relaxation October It may be that time of year to go through some paperwork and to change some things that you have been putting off. A good time now for clearing and getting rid of things you don’t need both physically and emotionally. Try to be aware of being sensitive to other’s needs.

Keywords: Clearing and sensitivity November This month is just the right time to start sorting other things out you have been putting off. You may feel I need to have a revamp in your home, this may also involve a clearing for yourself emotionally. Should be a chance to get rid of all those paperwork issues too.

Keywords clearing and cleansing December At this time any hold-ups you have had are going to be easing. It would be good to listen more than talk at this time.Then may be things will be of value to you. Sensitivity and flexibility is something for you to be aware of this month. keywords: Listen and sensitivity

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The garden in January needs to be prepared for all sorts of weathers, and if you’ve been following our advice over the last few months, your hard work is done for now. Most plants are dormant this month as they sleep through the cold weather, but there are still a few things to do in the garden. Spring is just around the corner and work can be done to prepare for the warmth of the new season. When its not too cold, beds and boarders can be dug over and lawn edges can be repaired and re-shaped. Don’t forget to keep feeding the birds, as food is scarce for them over the winter.

Protect plants - January is known for cold frosts and bitter winds so plants will need protecting. If you haven’t already done so, ensure protective fleeces are in place on tender plants over-wintering outdoors.

Lift containers up onto pot feet – if water isn’t draining away the soil can become water logged. Wet compost can rot roots and cause pots to crack in frost.

Remove snow from tree and shrub branches by knocking with a broom. Even a small amount of snow can add a lot of weight to branches, causing them to snap.

Dig over bare ground - Run a fork through your vegetable patch or flower beds. This will help to aerate – getting air into the soil is important because plant roots need oxygen. Choose a dry day when the soil isn’t too wet. Don’t break your back breaking down large lumps of soil. Keeping them large can help air circulate and any later frosts will break them up.

Feed the birds - Natural food sources for birds are in short supply during the winter. Give them a helping hand by putting food out for them. Keep the food topped up but not full all the time – little and often is best.

Plant of the Month Helleborus Why should you plant them?

Popular because they flower in cold winter and early spring, Hellebores herald the start of the New Year bringing a touch of colour to the garden.

Commonly know as ‘Christmas Roses’ they are easy to grow and very hardy.

They produce attractive flowers and their leaves create a perfect evergreen backdrop to spring flowering bulbs.

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Plant in shady herbaceous borders and the areas between deciduous shrubs to give an early splash of colour.

Happy in dappled shade they should be planted in rich, heavy soil that won’t dry out in the summer. ideal planting companies include Snowdrops, Primrose, Cornus and Mahonia.

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CITY AND PORT OF BRISTOL BOWLS CLUB Glistening Trophies, forty six bowlers, family and friends gathering at the City and Port of Bristol Club on a Friday evening in November can only mean one thing ---- Bowls Club Presentation Evening. Not only the presentations but a magnificent buffet and entertainment in the shape of vocalist Dave Dean to round off an excellent evening, arranged for the bowls club by Lis Davies.

The Club President David Hinksman thanked everybody who entered competitions this year ---- without entries there would be no finals and no presentation evening to enjoy. He went on to prese nt most of the winners and runners up trophies and medals ---- there are two presented traditionally by the family of the bowler that the trophy is named after.

Julie and Ken are once again winners of their respective four wood finals and will play in the 2020 Champion of Champions Competition, organised at County Level with, after rounds at local and county wide level lead to the national finals at Leamington Spa. The unwanted Trophy at all Presentation Evenings is the dreaded Wooden Spoon --- awarded to, rather than won by, the team finishing bottom of the Monday night league. This year and not for the first time it went to Hits and Misses and in the absence of captain Brian Crawley it was presented to Ken Davies ----- the only trophy for which he is eligible to win he has not won previously.

Ladies ---- up to three per game, will be allowed to play in the fourth division of the Bristol and District Men’s League next season. After almost ninety years of men only a proposal to allow ladies to play in the bottom division only was passed at the league AGM on December 1st. Looking ahead --- on Saturday 18th January City and Port will play Begbrook Green in the second of three indoor friendly The first of these was the Sid Holmes Handicap games planned for this close season. Sunday 26th won this year by Julie Looker and presented by January is beetle Drive time. Always great fun it will Lorraine who’s husband Sid the trophy is named be at the City and Port of Bristol Club at 7.30pm. after. A first time trophy winner, David Garrod There will be a second and final social event in received the second one from Jenny Povey --- the Bill Deakin Novice Cup is in memory of her father, a March --- details to follow. one - time Club President.

Edith Straker was one of the very early lady bowlers at the club which started with all men, from the port.

Nomads, captained by Charlie Maby won the Monday Night League Trophy with A.N.Other being It is thought that she started bowling in the early 1980s and did so for many years with distinction. runners up. The positions were reversed for the She eventually ceased bowling outdoors but League Cup --- this time A.N.Other captained by continued indoors for several more years. She Dawn Evans came out in front. Howard Surman, is now 100 years old and the club would like to another first time winner was part of the Nomads record congratulations to her on reaching this great winning team and also one of the Jack Ashton landmark.

Triples winning team with Julie Looker and Ken Grimes.

The Jack Ashton Triples is one of two competitions played on one day --- the other one is Two Wood Pairs and in this Ken Grimes was once again a winner, this time with Ken Davies. Dee Crawley won the Ladies Two Wood Singles and the runner up, Shirley Callaghan also came a creditable second in two other competitions --- the Two Wood Pairs with John Conroy and in the Bill Deakin Novice.

Ken Davies won the Men’s Two Wood singles and the Men’s Four Wood Singles --- on both occasions from Charlie Maby in second place. Dawn Evans, partnered by John Conroy was successful in the Mixed Pairs and another first time winner Mary Lomas, with Dee Crawley won the Ladies Pairs.

Julie Looker won the Ladies Four Wood Trophy for the second time---- Mary Lomas was runner up.

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Venue: The Eastfield Inn 219 Henleaze Road, BS9 4NQ Bristol Dave Dean Event Date: 5th Jan Description: Some great music From 5pm in the lounge £2 all guests, free members Venue: PBA Sports And Social Club, Nibley Road, BS11 9XW Bristol Sunday Dinner at the PBA Event Date: 5th Jan Description: First Sunday roast in 2020 £13 adult, £7 child - book at the bar Music by Dave Dean from 5pm in the lounge.

Venue: PBA Sports And Social Club, Nibley Road, BS11 9XW Bristo Thursday night at The Eastville Inn Event Date: 9th Jan Enjoy 2 two of our delicous mains and a bottle of wine for only £30!

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Shirehampton Public Hall Update We have recently volunteered to become Trustees of the wonderful Public hall, and are very grateful for all the fantastic work that has been done by others before us to get the position we are now in.

The previous trustees have delivered a great business plan, with ideas and designs to take the hall forward. We have the community plan to work from, which is guiding our thinking, and John Boss from BCC continues to show great enthusiasm and guidance for the project The Continuing Vision We want to make the Public hall beautiful, so that all our local people (and more) really want to be part of the fun there, and use the building a lot more.

As well as the new toilet block and designs already in place, we feel there need to be modern facilities (great Wi-Fi, sound and lighting systems, etc) and the hall needs to be magnificent again (Gail is particularly keen on chandeliers in the main hall) There needs to be a proper bar to encourage more events there, with much better catering facilities to allow full dining to take place.

All the different rooms need to be smartened up, cables hidden, and colour schemes chosen.

We need the reception into the hall to be friendly, open, warm and welcoming. The voice activated door is hardly that at the moment!

As with Avonmouth community centre, we would like to help FOSL, and the library staff to make the most of the library, and the services offered there to set them up as the best they possibly can be for the future We are lucky to have so many community groups using the hall, and want to encourage “more of the same”. Please do come and talk to Amanda about what you might do here.

We have the option of taking on a new 35-year lease, where we have more control, and are in discussion with John Boss from BCC to see how that might work, without us losing the benefits we currently enjoy. Watch this space.

We need your help There are currently four trustees, and we have identified that we need help in the following areas, so if you (or somebody you know and can persuade) can help, then please get in touch 1 We need somebody that has some experience in fundraising. This isn’t to do the applications, but to guide us as to what needs to be done 2 We want to be a good employer, and somebody with HR skills would strengthen our board 3 We have already had a user group meeting, and are after a nomination from our lovely user groups to represent them all on the board 4 Somebody with great communication(marketing) skills would really help us to get the word out there. Once we have a magnificent Public Hall, then we want everyone to know and use it.

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The Building Lease Previous trustees have negotiated a wonderful lease with Bristol City Council, where they pay all the running cost bills. This lease, however, runs out in 2032, and as BCC have little resource, the poor hall is suffering from underinvestment. A recent condition report shows there are nearly £400k’s worth of repairs that are needed/wanted.

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Bristol looking for its Young Heroes as nominations for popular annual Awards open A number of young winners from previous years, sponsors and supporters including actor Joe Sims and the Mayor of Bristol, Marvin Rees, gathered at City Hall to launch the Bristol Young Heroes Awards 2020. The launch event marks the beginning of a five week period in which school staff, youth workers, community groups and parents will be encouraged to nominate Bristol’s young people for one of the prestigious awards.

One of the previous winners attending today’s awards launch was Catherine Rowe from Bedminster, who won the Environmental Hero Award in 2019, aged 15.

Catherine said: “The Bristol Young Heroes Award has had an absolutely massive effect on me as a person; it’s really helped to inspire me and given me the confidence to know that I can do great things. Since the awards, I’ve joined the city’s youth council and have had the opportunity to do some incredible work experience with GKN Aerospace.”

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Amy Kington, CEO of Community of Purpose, said: “There really are no words to describe the impact of the Bristol Young Heroes Awards. It’s been my absolute pleasure to be involved over the last three years and watch the genuine joy, confidence and aspiration radiate from young people who would otherwise not have been recognised. “These young people are a real credit to our city and fully deserve their time in the spotlight and the opportunities that come afterwards. Every year these awards get better and we are aiming for these to be the best ones yet, so make sure you get those nominations in!”

Mayor of Bristol, Marvin Rees, said: “The young people that these awards recognise are an inspiration and a brilliant advertisement for the communities in our city. I urge everyone who knows any outstanding young people to nominate them and give them the chance to enjoy this celebration and well deserved recognition.”

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