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Reflecting the Richness of Ely life November / December 2014

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Welcome to the Nov/Dec edition of The Elyi Magazine. Phew! what a busy old time it is here in Ely. It’s been quite a task selecting what to put in this issue. We have by no means covered everything, but hopefully there is something for everyone and if the mag keeps growing at this rate we will be able to get more and more in each time. A huge thank you to the advertisers who support the magazine. Please use them and tell them you saw them here! Their patronage makes it possible to include all the charity, events and group information. Also included in this issue is a centre pullout of local ‘special offers’ put together by Ely Perspective and the City Council for you to use in our lovely local shops this winter. Each voucher tells you when and where you can use it. Thank you to Anastasia and Starsky Barnes for the use of their ‘Wizard of Oz’ promo shot for the front cover. There are numerous local shows on and we do encourage you to send in pics and posters in advance to advertise in the what’s on section. It’s good to see what is on further afield too. We shall be popping over to Cambridge for a bit of Ice Skating fun. What could be more Christmassey ? well, actually Boo Herewdine’s Concert at the Maltings also appeals with a ‘Pentateuch’ of Celebrities (including Phill Jupitus) to entertain us. We also hear more from Kevin, our resident Eco expert with some useful, and ‘heart warming’ energy saving tips. A good man to talk to if you want to keep those fuel bills down. We now all have permission to cuddle! I am looking forward to mixing myself a ‘Thirstytini’(see recipe on page 8) and settling down infront of the fire with my woolies on . From Madeleine and myself we wish you a safe, warm and enjoyable winter season. Happy Christmas and see you in the New Year!

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Cover Photo Credit: Angie Barnes

Nov/Dec Contents

3 Editor’s letter 4 WW1 Centenary Events 6 Real Life Therapy 8 Mix yourself a Thirstyini! 12 Campaign Amateur Theatre 14 4Networking 16 Infiniti Graphics 17 Tax assist Accountants 20 4 page pullout Discount Vouchers 26 Local Gifts & Craft outlets

First World War Centenary Concerts War broke out in Europe 100 years ago in the summer of 1914. The four years of conflict that followed cost the lives of millions of people, affected millions more and left long-lasting legacies in the countries involved. Here we feature three notable concerts in the cathedral in November. Over the traditional Remembrance weekend two local groups perform in Ely Cathedral. Ely Consort brings a contrasting programme, which includes “Christmas Truce’, an oratorio by Jonathan Rathbone and the timeless classic that is Faure’s Requiem. ‘Christmas Truce’ explores one of the most remarkable and poignant moments of the First World War - the spontaneous ceasefire at the front line in France on Christmas Eve. Taking the form of a narrative by a soldier who was there, it incorporates beautiful but long-forgotten carols which were sung in the trenches. The poetry is by Edward Thomas and a setting of the 23rd Psalm is sung in both English and German.

We Will Remember Them 25 Ely Fire Service 29 Energy Saving Tips from the Solar Shed 30 What’s On 32 Ely Festive 5K 35 Ely Nappy Library 37 The North Pole comes to Cambridge 38 Fitness for all ages 40 Crossword 41 5th Annual Boo Hewerdine Christmas Show 43 Christmas Message

Saturday 8 November 8 th

Ely Cathedral the

Christmas Truce Jonathan Rathbone

Requiem Gabriel Fauré

Matthew Rudd ~ Conductor Jonathan Lilley ~ Organist Dominic Sedgwick ~ Baritone/Narrator

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U16s £7.50/5

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5 together. Period refreshments will be provided.

In July this year, Ely Consort travelled to Koblenz in Germany. They enjoyed some great acoustics in their venues and were well received, enjoying a warm welcome from the local audiences and the added bonus of good weather. Their performance is at 8pm on 8th November, so why not walk over after the fireworks and enjoy the concert! Theatre Matters, a group of Cambridge actors and musicians, have been awarded Grant funding to develop a project that will involve a performance of songs and poetry sitting alongside exhibitions of local history in the area. The final performance of a week long tour takes place in the Lady Chapel, Ely Cathedral. For the first half of the evening the audience will engage with local life during WW1. This will be presented as history displays, talks, interviews, stories of local people and their lives and a free leaflet summarising recent research undertaken on local life during the Great War. Thanks go to the members of the Ely Society for their hard work in bringing this

A Heritage & Theatre Production

REMEMBER

1914 It was Their Time 2014 It gave Us Ours Heritage Event: See what life was like during The Great War ‘They’ll Never Believe Me’: A new production telling the story of life on the battlefield and at home through songs and poetry of the time

‘They’ll Never Believe Me’ For the second half of the evening Theatre Matters will present a newly devised theatre production. Poetry and songs from the period are used to tell the story from call up and thoughts on leaving home, through life in the trenches to the aftermath of war and peacetime at home. So the audience is taken on a journey with the soldiers and experiences what life was like for those left behind at home, creating a powerful Act of Remembrance. And so we come to the final concert of the Cambridge Musical Festival (12th – 22nd November). More information about the world class programme can be found at: http://www.cammusic.co.uk. Incidentally, on 14th November there is a rare opportunity to see one of the most influential 20th century music makers, Philip Glass, performing in person some of his most enduring music. This concert is at the Corn Exchange in Cambridge on 14th Nov. http://www.cornex.co.uk For the festival finale, Britten Sinfonia bring to Ely Cathedral Britten’s War Requiem (Sat 22nd November). This is a huge work, commissioned originally to mark the consecration of the new Coventry Cathedral in 1962. They are joined by the choirs of Girton College and the choir and choristers of Jesus College Cambridge. The movements of the Mass for the Dead are interwoven with poetry of Wilfred Owen written during World War 1. On the title page of the published music, Britten quotes Owen: ‘My subject is War, and the pity of War. The Poetry is in the pity.’ Tickets are available for all three concerts now from the Cathedral box office. https://tickets.elycathedral.org - Tel: 01353 660349

Poppies in the Moat

To be presented during Remembrance Week

NOVEMBER 4-9 2014

All tickets £8.50: www.theatrematters.org.uk VENUE

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GODMANCHESTER – St Mary the Virgin Church {6 Nov}

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HEMINGFORD ABBOTS – St Margaret’s Church {7 Nov}

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Ely Cathedral Sun 9th November 2014 Doors open 5.30pm Performance 6.30pm www.theatrematters.org.uk www.theatrematters.org.uk

Profits will be donated to the British Legion

Drawing to a close in London, a major artistic installation entitled ‘Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red’ sees the Tower of London’s famous dry moat filled with over 800,000 ceramic poppies to create a powerful visual commemoration for the First World War Centenary. The ceramic poppies are available to buy for £25 each and the net proceeds, hoped to be in excess of £15 million if all poppies are sold, will be shared equally amongst a group of carefully selected Service charities including the Legion. http://poppies.hrp.org.uk

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Why removing the root is more beneficial than cutting off the tops of the weeds. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s think about what happens when you leave the root of a weed behind: Given the right atmosphere, it grows again, thriving on the conditions that nature throws at it. Maybe it will grow the same size root as before, maybe it will grow stronger because the conditions are even more beneficial this time and maybe it will develop an even stronger root system to protect itself from being destroyed once again when you reach into your shed for the hoe! If the root is left behind, it repeats its natural cycle and follows the same pattern as before. IT GROWS BACK!

The sun continues to shine and in its turn, the rain penetrates the soil, providing the perfect breeding ground for tiny weeds that will soon appear and change your landscape once again. The realisation that nothing is permanent is hard to take in after all your efforts and soon all those tiny little roots that you left behind How does weeding relate to REAL Life? will take over the garden once again if left unattended, because you didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remove the If you are dealing with negative root! issues or feelings in your life that have been there for a long time, unresolved, maybe you are suffering Using advanced with a physiological issue that could Hypnotherapy techniques, be connected with emotional distress. combined with Counselling and Psychotherapy skills. You may have been dealing with the The REAL Life Therapy symptom rather than the cause; you practice can provide a may have been cutting back the weeds. safe environment for clients Instead, find the root of the weed, pull it to explore and heal a Call: whole range of emotional out, change the way you feel about the 07739 260027 limitations that can block issue, accept the change and live your individual personal growth. life to the full!

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C.A.T. (Campaign Amateur Theatre Company) have been delighting Ely audiences with their unique and fun loving productions since 1969. In the early days it was all very ‘Von Trapp’ with home-made props and costumes made out of curtains but as you can see from the fabulous costumes this year for ‘The Wizard of Oz’ they have come a long way! Stepping into the ruby slippers is Anastasia Barnes. She is very excited to be taking on this famous role. Anastasia joined C.A.T. in 2008 at the tender age of 11 appearing in the chorus of Sleeping Beauty. That was it, well and truly bitten by the stage bug she has been a regular member of the cast ever since. And that is what C.A.T. is all about, giving local young people the chance to express themselves and grow and learn whilst putting on a show - and of course, having a whole load of fun. It’s a family affair with Mum, Angie on production for the show and little Starsky Barnes as Toto the dog. The show is directed by Becky Green. Dance Capt. is Lisa Bushell and Aaf Dawes heads up the costume team. The Cowardly Lion is played by Gaz Brown, the Tin Man by Martin Kemp and the Scarecrow by Adam Hebbard. It’s going to be a great show and is on at Ely College from 19th - 21st December. Tickets: £8 /£5 U16. From Burrows Book Shop, 9 High Street Passage, or book online at: (small charge) www.cately.ticketsource.co.uk There’s a chance to get a sneak preview of the show at Ely Christmas Light Switch On as they will be on stage performing during the evening on 28th November 4-8.30pm (Market Place)The lights go on at 6.45pm. It’s the 10th anniversary year so this one promises to be even bigger and better than the last - Lots of live acts and stalls to keep you entertained.

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A Traditional Christmas Carol Concert with the Ely Choristers 22nd December, 7.30pm For information on all Christmas events and services, please contact the Box Office on 01353 660349 or visit the website www.elycathedral.org

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Fire Crews ask Residents to stay safe during Festivities

Bonfire Night, Christmas and New Year are all times when we’re enjoying spending time with friends, often cooking heaps of delicious food and decking the halls. As our minds are distracted with the thought of planning a firework party or entertaining guests at Christmas, it is more important than ever before to ensure fire safety is at the forefront of our thoughts. First up is Bonfire Night and we always recommend residents attend an organised firework display instead of holding one at home. However, if you do use fireworks or light a bonfire, we would ask you to take on board some simple advice to ensure it is just fireworks that go off with a bang.

• Light them at arms length using a taper, stand well back and never go back to a lit firework. • Never put fireworks in your pocket or throw them. • Don’t light bonfires in unsuitable weather, particularly in windy conditions, and never leave them unattended. • Build bonfires well clear of buildings, fences and hedge. • Never use flammable liquids to start the fire, and never burn dangerous rubbish such as aerosols, paint, foam furniture, rubber tyres, and batteries. • And as the festive season approaches, how about considering some of the following tips to ensure your Christmas cheer doesn’t go up in smoke: • Kitchens are a fire hotspot, so take care while cooking Christmas dinner. Never leave cooking unattended and turn off appliances when not in use. • Switch off fairy lights and unplug them before you go to bed or leave the house. Make sure they confirm to the British Standard and never overload plug sockets. • Be careful when drinking alcohol while smoking or cooking. • Finally, make sure you have a working smoke alarm which is correctly fitted and works. And NEVER take the batteries out to power presents! If you are off to visit friends and family – especially if they are elderly of vulnerable – then this is a good time to check they have a working smoke alarm.

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Introducing....... Sally Thake Jewellery Sally Thake started jewellery making about 3 years ago, wanting some “me” time. So she took herself off to a one-day jewellery making workshop. Her beading ‘addiction’ began there and then. “Sourcing yummy beads is almost as exciting as turning them into something beautiful for someone to wear!” enthuses Sally.

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(search sally thake jewellery on facebook) email: info@sally-thake.co.uk

Over time, her interests and skills developed into the two main loves which she sells today: intricate bead-weaving (small seed beads and a needle and thread), and using artisan beads, mostly ceramics, from talented bead designers, to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Both very different styles of jewellery but equally rewarding. You can see Sally at the Cathedral Centre Xmas Fayre on 29th Nov, on facebook and on her on-line store on www.Etsy.com, a worldwide marketplace to buy and sell unique goods.

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Energy being wasted through gaps and leaky windows and doors cost you money. You wouldn’t stand outside emptying your wallet down the drain, so why waste energy. After all, energy is money. So, this month, as we enter the heating season, we take a look at draught-proofing, more on heating and staying warm 1) Close any open chimneys using a fireguard, a chimney balloon, or a specially designed panel. Ask at your local DIY store for the best solution for your chimney.

2) Add weather-strips around windows, outside-facing doors, and your loft hatch. 3) Use a tube of normal household sealant to fill in gaps between the floor and the skirting board, around the window frame, and anywhere else you spot a gap that could let cold air in. 4) Double lined curtains that hang to the floor or BEHIND radiators help a great deal. 5) If you have open stairs from a room you ‘live’ in, consider fitting a heavy curtain. No point having the heating on downstairs when it all goes up!

6) This is the time of year we get the box of blankets out. Keeping warm is about insulating yourself and your house before burning fuel 7) Cuddling. Probably the best form of heating and so much more cost effective than whacking the heating up! 8) Candles. Not only to they save you money on lighting, they do give off heat and makes the cuddling even more enjoyable. 9) Move around. The more you move, the less heat you need. It really is that simple. 10) And finally, one of Mrs Holland favourites at this time of year when it gets a bit nippy first thing…. No more electric kettle. Water is boiled on the gas cooker (I use a camping stove in the workshop) not only do you heat the water and get the old fashioned whistle, but you get a five minute blast of heat in the kitchen that should see you through till you’re up and running.

Kevin Holland The Solar Shed www.thesolarshed.co.uk

What’s On

30 to add an event email: elyi@btinternet.com

November 1st - 9th November

ART EXHIBITION & SALE 12-4 pm Babylon Gallery. Free entry, Info from 01353 616991

6th November

ELY TALK Ely Cathedral’s Victorian Reorganisation By Will Schenck The Friends of Ely Museum. Meetings held in the Vernon Cross Room at Ely Museum CB7 4LS at 7.30 pm on a Thursday. Further information: www.elymuseum.org.uk/about or 01353 661162

8th-11th November

ELY SOCIETY WW1 Exhibition at Ely Cathedral, during opening hours. Free

8th November

ELY FIREWORKS Cherry Hill Park, gates open 5.30pm. Fireworks 6.45pm Stalls and rides. Advance tickets: Adults £3/Child £1.50/Family ticket (2+2) £8 On the gate: Adult£5/ Child £2 under 4s free available at Specsavers, TIC, Ely News & on the Market on 1st & 8th November. http://www.elyxt.co.uk/fireworks. htm

8th November

ELY CONSORT Cathedral Concert, Christmas Truce, Faure’s Requiem. 8pm. Tickets £15/£10 from cathedral Box Office

8th November

BABY AND CHILDREN’S SALE The Beet Club 10 -11.30am Entry fee: 50p per adult. Make space for all those new Christmas toys and clothes! for details email Sarah: sjayrey@hotmail.co.uk

9th November

ELY CATHEDRAL Heritage Event A WW1 Heritage Event presented by Theatre Matters. from 5.30pm displays on local life during WW1 followed by an original theatre production of poems and music

6.30pm. ‘They’ll Never Believe Me’ Tickets: £8.50 from Ely Cathedral Box Office

12th November

ELY TALK Welney Winter Visitors By Tony Winchester. The Ely Society. Meetings held in the Vernon Cross Room at Ely Museum CB7 4LS at 7.30 pm on a Wednesday. Further infor: www.elysociety.org.uk or 01353 614892

14th November

BINGO in aid of Ely & District Cats protection 7 for 7.30pm Little Downham Village hall. All Welcome

14th - 15th November

ELY CATHEDRAL Christmas Gift & Food Fayre 9.30 - 4.30pm Entry £3 pre-booking recommended.

17th November

ELY TALK Zeppelins over the fens: Ely area at war 1914-1918. By Mike Petty The Ely & District Archaeological Society. Meetings held in the Methodist Church Hall, Chapel Street CB6 1TA at 8.00 pm on a Monday. Further information: www.elyarchaeology.org.uk or 01353 669326

23rd November

SALTMINE THEATRE Co The Snow Queen 7.30pm, The Brook, Soham, CB75AD, Tickets: £10 /£8 Box Office: 01353 721748

23rd November

ARTHUR RANK HOSPICE Festive 5K Run (see poster)

28th November

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON Event starts at 4pm in the Market Square. Switch-on 6.45pm Call Ian Newstead on 07725070734 for info.

29th November

CATHEDRAL CENTRE Christmas Craft Fayre 10am - 3pm Hot drinks and mincepies available at the cafe. 50p admission, children free. for info call Clare on 01353

29th November

ELY ST. JOHNS XMAS FAYRE 1.30-4pm.at the school. Lots of festive fun for children and families. All welcome

30th November

ELY CATHEDRAL Advent Procession with Carols 6pm. A reflective service of readings and music.

20th November

ELY TALK Ely Decorative and Fine Arts Society Meeting “The Christmas Tree” - from Forest Fir to Festive Feature by Dr Claire Walsh, Nonmembers welcome £7 donation: 7pm for 7.30pm, The Old Palace, Palace Green, more info from www.elydfas.org.uk

22nd November

ELY CATHEDRAL Britten War Requiem Britten Sinfonia and Friends at 7.30pm. This is the closing Concert of the Cambridge Music Festival Tickets: £32/£25/£18/£10

22nd- 23rd November

ELY METHODIST CHURCH Christmas Tree Festival (see poster)

Ely Cathedral Box Office

Mon-Sat 9.30-4pm Tel:01353 660359 online: https://tickets.elycathedral.org

ELY MARKETS Every Thursday GENERAL MARKET

Nov 1st, 15th, 29th Dec 6th 20th CRAFT,COLLECTIBLES & GENERAL MARKET NOV 8th, 22nd DEC 13th, 27th CRAFT,COLLECTIBLES & FARMERS MARKET NOV 30th & DEC 23rd SPECIAL CHRISTMAS MARKETS Ely Market Contact: 01353 665555 (Julia Davis) www.visitely.org.uk/markets julia.davis@eastcambs.gov.uk

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CONFERENCE CENTRE

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palace green Saturday 29 November 10am-3pm OVER 30 STALLS HANDMADE DECORATIONS TOYS, GIFTS, CARDS JEWELLERY, ART BATH PRODUCTS & MUCH MORE

The unique conference venue overlooking Ely Cathedral. Conveniently located 25 minutes from Cambridge and 90 minutes from London, Ely Cathedral Centre is the ideal place for all your business, conference and training events. For further information contact: Claire Mills, Centre Manager on 01353 659668 or email: c.mills@elycathedral.org www.centre.elycathedral.org

At Lunch Hour-long concerts in Cambridge, Norwich and London’s Wigmore Hall, featuring specially selected chamber masterpieces, alongside new works co-commissioned by Britten Sinfonia and Wigmore Hall.

Tickets: £8 /£5 U16. From Burrows Book Shop, 9 High Street Passage, Ely or book online at: (small Charge) www.cately.ticketsource.co.uk

www.brittensinfonia.com

December 2nd - 7th December

ART EXHIBITION East cambridge Open Studios, Babylon Gallery. ‘Advent’ 10-4pm daily. Free entry, info from 01353 616991

5th December

ELY CATHEDRAL Festival of Carols 7pm. Ely Cathedral. A Magical evening concert featuring celebrated soprano, Laura Wright. tickets: £30/£22/£/£15/£10 from Ely Cathedral Box Office In aid of The Arthur Rank Hospice and Ely Cathedral Trust.

19th - 21st December

CAMPAIGN AMATEUR THEATRE The Wizard of Oz (see poster on page 31)

22nd December

ELY CATHEDRAL Hark The Herald 7.30pm Ely Cathedral Carol Concert, featuring the Cathedral choirs.

10th December

SING! CHOIRS CHRISTMAS CONCERT 7.30pm Ely Cathedral Tickets from Ely Cathedral Box Office.

THE KINGS ARMS

Quiz Nights 4th Nov / 18th Nov / 2nd Dec MUSIC 8th Nov BAND /‘ROCK ROAD’ 22nd Nov BAND /‘THE LONELY’ 25th Nov Open Mic Night 26th Nov FOLK / ‘ROYAL FOLK’ 29th BAND / ‘THE MISTREATED’ 7th DEC BAND / ‘BLACK JACK BLUES’ 13th DEC BAND / ‘JACK’ 20th DEC BAND / ‘BLUE THUNDER’ 24th DEC BAND / ‘DELTA PILOTS’

Send your community posters and event dates for inclusion in the next magazine. First-come-first-served! Maximum 1/4 page for any one group. Please try to ensure your poster will be readable at this size. email: elyi@btinternet.com Next copy date is earlier than usual because of holidays - 10th Dec 2014

Ely Festive 5k Fun Run

Be part of our fantastic festive event and help us raise funds to really make a difference. Get into the festive spirit and sign up with your family, colleagues or friends Your can run, jog or walk the route, it’s up to you! By gaining sponsorship for your efforts you will help us fund the vital end of life support that makes such a difference to so many people. We will provide you with all the fundraising tools you need to help you gain sponsorship. Fancy dress is optional but definitely encouraged Every entrant will be given a hat that they can run with on the day. Everyone is welcome. Prizes will be awarded for fastest male, fastest female, fastest team and best dressed. Arthur Rank Hospice Charity supports people in Cambridgeshire by providing end of life care, counselling and support for adult patients with life limiting illness. Our care helps patients and families to make every moment count. Event: Ely Festive 5k Sunday 23rd November 2014 at 11.00am. Closing date for postal entrants: 19th November 2014

How to enter: Entrants can register for the event by heading to http://www.arhc.org.uk/ely-festive-5k.asp The entry fee is £11 for adults and £7.50 for children (under 16). This fee is non-refundable and covers all expenses in administrating your place. It also pays for your Santa hat, medal and bottle of water. Our sponsors Ward Gethin Archer, [Market Place, Ely] and The Cambridge [High Street, Ely] are also able to accept your completed registration form and entry fee. Register online at www.arhc.org.uk

Ely Clubs and Regular Meets:

Ely Watercolour Workshop Tuesdays 5.30- 8pm £12 per term Tel: 01353 776103 Ely Photographic Club Wednesdays 6.30pm (annual subscription) Tel: 01353 777342

Welney Wetland Centre NOW until 24th December

Floodlit Swan Feeds 6.30pm onwards, 30 mins commentated feed by a guide.

1st & 2nd November

Swans Awake 6-9am. Join us at dawn to watch the stunning sight of thousands of swans waking on the wetlands. Entry: £12

20th Dec – 5th Jan 2015

Christmas Family Fun At the peak of the swan season enjoy exploring a winter wonderland, home to thousands of migratory birds, included in entry. Contact: WWT Welney Wetland Centre, Hundred Foot Bank, Nr. Wisbech, PE14 9TN Tel: 01353 860711 email: info.welney@wwt.org.uk

Chris tmas T ree F estival Ely Methodist Church

Saturday November 22nd 10am - 3pm Christmas Tree Festival and Fair Lunches 12-2pm Light refreshments all day Music throughout the day 10.30am Saxophone Rhys Gwynn 10.45am Church Choir 11.15am Vocal Soloist Claire Mead 11.45am Octagon Ballet School 1-3pm Church Organists Sunday November 23rd 10.30am Celebration Service Festival opens 12noon - 3pm Light refreshments available 1.30pm - 3pm St John`s School musicians Entrance £2 - children free. Festival closes at 3.15pm with a short service. www.elyandnewmarket.com/ely.htm

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Every year thousands of people put their faith and trust in Cats Protection when looking for a new addition to the family. Behind each volunteer experience and expertise which means when you adopt one of our cats, you can feel safe in the knowledge that he has been given the best possible care.

Can we count you in? Sunday 23 November 2014

The fun run will take place at Ely Market Place, 11am Adults £11 - Children (under 16) £7.50

When he leaves Cats Protection, your cat will have been treated to a topto-tail medical: he’ll have been vet checked, microchipped, neutered* and vaccinated. We also provide four weeks’free insurance** giving invaluable peace of mind and reassurance as you and your cat embark upon this lifelong friendship. All he needs now is a loving home to make his dreams come true – over to you!

Registered Charity No 1133354

* if old enough ** Terms & Conditions apply

For further information please contact:

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Soham Village College

Christmas Fayre Saturday

1 pm – 4pm

29th November Lodeside Hall

Come along and pick up some lovely Christmas gifts, while supporting our School

Seasonal Gifts & Goodies - Tombola - Craft Stalls - Raffle Student Mini-Enterprises - Entertainment - Refreshments and much more………

50p hca.svc@aol.co.uk

Admission

YOU’RE INVITED!

Energie Fitness for Women invites all ladies of Ely to join us for our coffee in support of Children In Need. Pop into club for coffee and cake (or something a bit healthier!) where there will also be an optional raffle and some mini competitions taking place. Free day passes to support this event will also be available!

When: Saturday 15th November Time: 10 – 12 noon Where: Energie Fitness for Women, 5a Buttermarket (above HSBC bank and opposite Tea for Two)

Get help or volunteer.

Timebank.

Time Banking is a way for people to come together and help each other by exchanging knowledge, help and skills.

Discover Littleport Timebank Visit facebook.com/littleporttimebank or call Caline on 07702 517746 email caline.easey@chsgroup.org.uk

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Ely Scrabble Club

has re-launched and is being run by volunteers as an Independent Community Group. We enjoy an informal couple of hours playing Scrabble for just £1.50 per session for members or £2.00 for non-members (including refreshments). We are a friendly bunch and welcome new players regardless of ability.

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alternate Thursdays 1-3pm Ely Library,The Cloisters, Ely.

During the school holidays, accompanied children are welcome to join us at a reduced rate.

Forthcoming dates are: 6th and 20th November 4th and 18th December For more information just turn up or phone 07939 104173.

Choose Reusable Nappies! It may surprise you that modern reusable nappies are very different from traditional terry towels: slim-fitting one-piece constructions that come in a range of designs, colours and patterns, with no need for soaking. According to Helena Akerlund at Ely Nappy Library this is why some parents are put off trying reusable nappies. People think of terries as labour intensive and difficult to fasten, but mocern reusable nappies are as easy to use as disposable nappies. Parents who choose reusable nappies do so for different reasons – here are just four:

2. Environment: Washing and using nappies again means a huge reduction in waste and cared for sensibly they have a carbon footprint up to 40% lower than disposables. 3. Saving money: Even with washing costs included, reusable nappies can save parents at least £500 from birth to potty training.

To find out more and to try a range of nappies, contact Ely Nappy Library, which offers free nappy demonstrations and free or low-cost trial kits. www.elynappylibrary.org.uk

4. The cuteness factor: Some nappies are highly sought after for their gorgeous prints, limited editions and matching outfits.

1. Comfort: Reusable nappies are made from breathable fabrics and are incredibly soft against baby’s skin, with no increased risk of nappy rash.

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Baby Gift Baskets

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8th November, 19th November 3rd December, 13th December (including juice and biscuits) 9 High Street Passage, Ely, Cambs B7 4NB Tel: 01353 669759

email: burrowsbookshop@ymail.com

Hand made Baby Gifts and Clothes Baskets ideal for that special new arrival, birthdays, christenings & weddings. Also taking orders for Christmas Eve baskets. for more information call:

07951 869 852 Can deliver to Ely Find me on Facebook ‘Lexibelles baby gift baskets’

The North Pole Cambridge Christmas Festival

Festive Entertainment for Everyone

Parker’s Piece, Parkside, Cambridge, CB2 1AA Opens 21st November – 5th January 2015 Early Bird 10% off

www.thenorthpolecambridge.co.uk @NorthPoleCambr / facebook.com/TheNorthPoleCambridge

The North Pole Cambridge Christmas Festival is back, taking place throughout the festive season and bringing you an icy extravaganza in the heart of the city centre. Skate in style at one of the most stunning open-air ice rinks the UK has to offer and enjoy the wide array of traditional entertainment rides & fun interactive side stalls, which will have something for everyone. Sample the delicious pop up food market, brought to you by local company Foodpark Cambridge and be tempted by tasty treats from around the world. The North Pole Cambridge Christmas Festival will be home to a wide selection of fun family entertainment from traditional to modern designed to bring out the big kid in all of us. Check out the Bungee Trampolines, Santa’s Flying Toy Planes, Santa’s Slay Rides, Penguin Bumper

Cars, Ski Slope, Snow Storm, Avalanche, the colourful carousel, helter skelter, plus side shows and much, more. Foodpark is Cambridge’s first collective of delicious street food traders and they will be on hand at The Street Food Market, open daily. Enjoy local produce turned into Vietnamese fusion buns, wood fire pizzas, proper hamburgers and more, while not forgetting the classic Christmas

favourites such as roast pork and chicken rolls with stuffing. This is street food that looks and tastes great. To explore The North Pole Cambridge, for tickets, head to: www.thenorthpolecambridge.co.uk

Visitors who book before 20th November will receive a 10% early bird discount.

Littleport Leisure Centre

01353 860600 www.littleportleisure.com Energie Fitness for Women is on a quest to help even more ladies of Ely improve their health and fitness. They have had a brand new

stair lift fitted to ensure they truly cater for all ladies, no matter ability or age, making Energie’s unique results guaranteed programme accessible to everyone. Energie has a fantastic motorised circuit which aids joint and mobility issues by increasing muscle flexibility and strength, while keeping bone and cartilage tissue strong and healthy. On top of this the club also has a great social side to it, where members have made lifelong friends and genuinely look forward to their gym visits – they can even just relax in the homely and comfy coffee area! Energie Fitness for Women empowers people to transform their lives and is welcoming ladies who feel they may not have previously been able to exercise the opportunity to. Call 01353 664207 to speak to one of their friendly team today.

Wriggletots is a fun and energetic music and movement group for babies to pre-schoolers.

Littleport Leisure Centre is not just a sports venue, it is also an ideal venue for many other social activities including business meetings and seminars. Here’s what’s coming up in November & December 2014 DATE EVENT TIME 01/11/2014 LABRADOR DOG SHOW 8 - 6pm 07/11/2014 CASINO NIGHT 8 - LATE 09/11/2014 BEARDED COLLIES DOG SHOW 8 - 4pm 09/11/2014 ROAST CARVERY 12.30-2pm 10/11/2014 OVER 60's BOWLS TOURNAMENT 9 - 5pm 14/11/2014 BLOOD DONORS SESSION 15/11/2014 ARCHERY TOURNAMENT 8 - 8pm 15/11/2012 BARN DANCE 8 - LATE 15/11/2014 EMMA FULLER DARTS TOURNAMENT 7pm START 16/11/2014 SHETLAND SHEEPDOGS SHOW 7.30 - 5pm 16/11/2014 QUIZ NITE FOR FALCONS NETBALL 7pm START 19/11/2014 PRIZE BINGO EYES DOWN 7.15pm 21/11/2014 POKER TOURNAMENT 8pm 23/11/2014 ROAST CARVERY 12.30 -2pm 29/11/2014 PRIZE BINGO EYES DOWN 7pm 30/11/2014 JUDO TOURNAMENT 9 - 5pm 30/11/2014 ROAST CARVERY 12.30 -2pm 06/12/2012 CHRISTMAS KARAOKE 8 - LATE 07/12/2014 BORDER COLLIE DOG SHOW 7.30 - 5pm 07/12/2014 ROAST CARVERY 12.30 -2pm 07/12/2014 QUIZ NITE FOR L'PORT PLAYERS 7pm START 08/12/2014 OVER 60's BOWLS TOURNAMENT 9 - 5pm 13/12/2014 PANTOMINE & TEA WITH SANTA 3 - 6pm 14/12/2014 INDOOR XMAS CAR BOOT & CRAFTS 9 - 1pm 17/12/2014 XMAS PRIZE BINGO EYES DOWN 7.15pm 19/12/2014 POKER TOURNAMENT 8pm 20/12/2014 XMAS DISCO & DAY GLO SHOW 6.30pm 21/12/2014 ROAST CARVERY 12.30 -2pm 21/12/2014 XMAS RAFFLE 2pm 21/12/2014 QUIZ NITE PROCEEDS FOR L.T.C.C. 7pm START 25/12/2014 XMAS LUNCHTIME BAR 12 - 2pm 28/12/2014 XMAS TEAM SPORTS CHALLENGE 11 - 6pm 31/12/2014 NEW YEARS EVE DISCO 8pm - 2am

Founded in 2012 by Performing Arts Teacher Emma Russell and Personal Trainer Annabel Line, who are both are mums to young children. They share their energy and love of singing and dancing with their Little Wrigglers. The classes combine nursery rhymes, modern children songs and pop songs from all eras, and the adults accompanying their Little Wrigglers don’t hide their enjoyment of the music! With a wide selection of instruments, props and endless fun ideas, Wrigglers get a chance to sing, dance, play, but to also listen, share and care. Classes are held at Ely Paradise Centre on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays and are broken into two age groups - 0-2’s and 2-4’s.

Most Wriggletots classes run at full capacity so booking is essential. The Wriggletots classes also run in Milton and Cambourne. For more information, contact Wriggletots on 07851 994 196 or enquiries@wriggletots.co.uk

www.atriumclub.com

Music and movement group for 0-4 year olds

We’d love for you to join us.

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

Classes in Ely on Monday, Tuesday and Friday Contact us! Annabel and Emma on 07851 994196 enquiries@wriggletots.co.uk /wriggletots Sing. Dance. Play. Wriggle.

Fancy Playing Badminton?

Littleport Badminton Club is a friendly club who are always looking for more members.

• Thursday Club Night

We play every Thursday evening (8-‐10pm) in the main hall at Littleport Leisure Centre.

• League Matches

We have two men’s, ladies and mixed teams who compete in league matches.

• All standards welcome

Don’t worry if you haven’t played for years or are a complete beginner – all standards are very welcome.

Your first visit is free so give it a go!

You can just turn up on a Thursday evening or for more information speak to Andy Rutterford (Littleport Leisure Centre Manager) on 01353 860600 or look at: www.littleport-‐badminton.co.uk

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Churches Together in Ely Seasonal Services

The Cathedral

Tel: 01353 660300 www.elycathedral.org Sat 13th Dec: 11.30am Shoppers Carol Service Sat 13th Dec: 3pm Christingle Service Tue 23rd Dec: 6pm Carol Service 1 Christmas Eve: Noon Crib Service 1 3pm Crib Service 2 6pm Carol Service 2 11.30pm Midnight Mass Christmas Day: 8.15am Holy Communion 10.30am Sung Eucharist 4pm Festal Evensong

New Connexions @ High Barns The Theatre, St Mary’s School, High Barns, Ely. www.newconnexionschurch.org.uk Sun 14th Dec: 10.30am Nativity Service Sun 21st Dec: 10.30am Carol Service Christmas Day: 10.30am Christmas Day Celebration (just half an hour long!)

The Countess Free Church

Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662396 www.countessely.co.uk Sun 14th Dec: 4pm Messy Church Nativity Sun 21st Dec: 7pm A Christmas Tea with carols Christmas Eve: 4.30pm Crib Service Christmas Day: 10am Christmas Morning Celebration (Joint Service with Methodist Church)

Methodist Church

Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662426 www.elyandnewmarket.com Sun 23rd Nov: 10.30am Christmas Tree Festival Service 3:15pm Carols Sun 14th Dec: 10.30am Nativity Service Sun 21st Dec: 10.30am Christingle Service 6.30pm Candlelight Carols Wed 24th Dec: 5.00pm Family Communion Christmas Day: 10am United Service (Held at the Countess Free Church)

St Mary’s Church of England St Mary’s Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 659550 www.stmarysely.org Sun 14th Dec: 6pm Carols by Candlelight Christmas Eve: 5pm Crib Service 11.30pm Midnight Communion Christmas Day: 9am Christmas Communion 10.30am All-Age Christmas Communion

St Peter’s Church of England Broad Street, Ely. www.elystpeterschurch.co.uk Sun 15th Dec: 6pm Advent Carol Service Christmas Eve: 11.30pm Midnight Mass Christmas Day: 10am Christmas Day Service

St Etheldreda’s Catholic Church Egremont Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662759 Christmas Eve: 7pm Mass 11.30pm Carols 12 Midnight Mass Christmas Day: 9am Mass 11am Mass

The Lighthouse

Lynn Road, Ely. Tel: 01353 662228 www.lighthouse-ely.org Sun 14th Dec: 7pm Candlelit Service (followed by mince pies & hot punch) Christmas Day: 10am Christmas Day Service (1 hour) LUNCH 1pm Christmas day Lunch for those alone at Christmas. Call to book. Regular Mondays (11am – 2pm) 13th & 27th Nov & 8th Dec (Christmas Special) Monday Social Club over 60s meets for a hot dinner, games and chat. Come along and be part of this vibrant group. To book or further info: please call 01353 662228 or email dave@garagecommunitytrust.org

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But these Magi were given a sign – a star to follow. “Why was that,” you might ask – well simply because they were open – they were already searching for God – and God honoured their honesty. They were among Jesus first followers. ICYMI – Christmas (In Case you Missed It!) Christmas – well let’s face it – it makes us all a bit crazy. Over-shopping, over-eating, over-drinking, too many family visits, too much TV, too many places we HAVE to be and people we HAVE to see. Surely there must be more to it than this? How could I find out? Where are the signs? I’m assuming none of us would have been around 2014 years ago when Jesus arrived – and In Case You Missed It – that was the

first Christmas Day; but the story goes that Jesus was immediately seen as different – as special. Right from the start people who read the signs were saying he is God! Now wouldn’t that be something to celebrate? And just who was reading the signs? Well the most famous ones were the most unexpected - we call them the “Three Kings” – but the Bible and history tell us they were the Magi – probably from Iran (Persia) - probably magicians or sorcerers – not people normally seen as friends of God.

To watch the Christmas Story go to: www.christmasunwrapped.org.uk

It’s the same for us today – the signs are there – for any of us who care to look. This Christmas why not look for the signs – God will reveal himself to you. In Case You Missed It there are nine great Christian churches in Ely – take your pick - turn up – you will be welcome - and ask God to reveal himself to you – to show you the signs. Like the Magi – you might get to invite Jesus into your house, your family, this Christmas – and you won’t regret it. Chris Hill Rector, St Mary’s

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