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Editors Letter

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elcome to the August edition.

Living in a village I think we notice the increasing costs of fuel more than when we lived in town. The to and fro of travel to town and topping up the oil tank now requires a small mortgage. It is not surprising that solar panel energy is becoming more popular, especially with the government incentives that are now available. To understand better this technology and the government’s feed in tariff scheme we have an article explaining all, alongside some local suppliers, on page 17.

When this magazine drops through our letterboxes the children will have finished school and many families will be heading off on holiday. We are keeping our holiday simple this year with a trip to our local coastline. There is much to be said for staying in the

This month’s features General Books for children Transforming Tech

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Business Features HC Engineering Sweeney Dog Pet Services Little Lamb Wool Instyle Kitchens & Bedrooms

p6 p13 p29 p32

UK and not having all the hassle of airports, ferries or driving for miles. I’m really looking forward to just relaxing, knowing where everything is and what there is to do in the area. My only dilemma is whether I can bring myself to leave the Blackberry at home!

Well done to Haxby Working Men’s Club for getting the Haxby Market off the ground. You can read all about it on page 26.

The winner of the June competition was Katrina Roberts of Strensall. Well done!

Please have a look at our website for past editions, articles and events.

Until next month…

Marianne

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That means whether you need a new kitchen or bathroom, a full extension, rewiring job, new air conditioning or a central heating system, HC Engineering can develop exactly the right solution for you.

Every plumber, electrician and builder working on a project is directly employed by HC Engineering, so customers are spared the stress of trying to co-ordinate different companies, having them to work to a set timescale and communicate with one another!

This task is fully taken care of by HC Engineering, who manage every project themselves under the guidance of the company’s engineering and building managers.

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HC Engineering’s electricians can install sockets, showers, or storage heaters as well as carry out inspections and repairs. They can also install a security system including lighting, burglar alarms and CCTV. HC Engineering was originally founded as a civil engineering firm by Roger Hodgson, moving into building and plumbing over the last decade.

That means you can be confident that however large or small, your building project is guaranteed to be welldesigned and well built. As well as homes across the Yorkshire area, HC Engineering has also worked in commercial and industrial properties as well as roads, car parks and drainage projects.

Whatever your vision for a new kitchen, bathroom or extension, HC Engineering has the expertise and the contacts with a huge range of merchants and suppliers to make it happen. Your options are not restricted to a display in a showroom – you can visit HC Engineering in person, browse a huge choice of catalogues and work with the professionals to design your home improvements the

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Mill Furniture’s joiners will work exactly to your specification so the finished project will be a one-off piece, unique to you, engraved with the ‘Mill’ stamp of quality.

Mill Furniture is a specialist member of the HC Engineering Group, employing two skilled joiners, Derek Harrison and James Liddle. HC Engineering’s building manager Pete North is also based on the Mill Furniture site in Stillington.

To see samples of Mill Furniture’s work or discuss your ideas, contact 01347 811245. For more information on any of HC Engineering’s work, visit www. hcengineering.co.uk.

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PETS

On holiday? Working all day? Away on business?

Need help to walk your dog or feed your cat?

“What about the dog!?” is a question pet owners ask themselves often when life gets unpredictable.

Customers of Sweeney Dog’s walking and grooming service have a quick, hassle-free answer to that question.

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weeney Dog’s directors receive a ‘dog blog’ from their walker Bernard Flynn and Philip with details of where their pet went, Turton pride themselves on the who they played with and what they flexibility of their service – meaning got up to! if you’ve been called away for work Customers receive free dog care or family and you don’t want to leave advice from their Sweeney Dog your pet alone for the day, or you walkers, who are all trained in canine want to go on holiday abroad without behaviour. Young pups being walked putting your pet in kennels, help is in a group can be expected to grow very much at hand. up with less aggression towards other Mr Flynn said: “If a customer calls dogs. us at 8am having just been told they In addition to walking, Sweeney have to go away for work, we can walk Dog also provides a grooming service, their dog that day. It’s that easy – just pet to vet and dog and cat care in the one phone call, and it’s sorted.” home during owners’ holidays.

In the three years since the To discuss your dog’s needs or find company was established, it has out more about Sweeney Dog, contact grown fast. There are now four them on 01904 890666 or visit www. distinctive Sweeney Dog vans, picking sweeneydog.co.uk up dogs every day from homes across the city for exercise in the countryside.

Bernard and Philip put their success ay... mers s o t s u down to just the right combination of c ur for What o flexibility and reliability. h trouble too muc ve been is As well as having a good service g in a th “No out they h helped available at short notice, Sweeney y Dog, Sweene ith Sevvi, have llent e c x e s w Dog customers are not asked to sign c given u d fantasti n a e c a fixed contract or pay for a level of noti Huby at short service they don’t need. Whether you Alison , dvice” ly, a with Mil need your dog walked on the odd re great a y g e o th D if day, or five times a week, you only pay ey “Sween now what to do ort Sweeney Dog for the service you use. ’t k at sh lp e h wouldn to Every Sweeney Dog van is kitted around weren’t out with the dogs’ comfort and safety ” e notic as a priority. Individual cages keep the York Mrs G , dogs safe and tinted windows, plenty of ventilation keep the temperature under control, and there are ramps to make climbing aboard easier for older dogs. And for owners’ “Tailor made service for you and your pet” peace of mind, they will

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pets

The benefits of a microchip

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hen getting a new pet it is a good idea to get it microchipped in case it goes missing or is stolen. Pets can be microchipped at any stage in their life, although it is advisable to get it done early, for example, at the time of their first vaccinations. This is because puppies are prone to escaping as they want to explore and cats are renowned for wandering!

They have even been known to travel to the other side of the country by accident, by getting into a caravan or lorry and falling asleep! If this happens, putting up missing posters in the local area would be useless and without a microchip they cannot be traced and may not be reunited with their owner.

Unfortunately there are cases where pets are stolen, especially pedigree breeds.

Thieves will remove pets collars and name tags and even alter tattooed identification in order to prevent the pet being found, identified and returned. However, if the pet has a microchip this cannot be removed, so

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scanning the animal would provide details of the rightful owner and help them become reunited. Microchips are invaluable for animals involved in accidents to allow vets to locate their worried owners and keep them informed.

Owners wishing to travel abroad with their pet are compelled to have a microchip implanted as part of the pet passport process.

The microchip implantation process is as quick as giving an injection and is placed into the scruff of the neck using a hollow needle. The chip which is the size of a grain of rice is contained inside the needle and has an individual number.

Although most pets tolerate implantation well and don’t react to it, the process can also be done under general anaesthetic at the same time as neutering for the less tolerant animal.

The chip will last for a lifetime so it is a one off cost to

the owner. Once the chip has been implanted, the unique number will be entered onto a form with the client and animals details. This is sent to the microchip company where all the details are entered onto their database. The client keeps a copy for their records and the vet practice keeps a copy in the animal’s record.

If an animal is brought in lost, the owner can be quickly tracked down by entering a microchip number search on the computer. If the microchip number is not on the vets’ database, the staff will call the microchip company to retrieve the owner’s details from their database. Other agencies that carry microchip scanners include the Police, dog wardens and animal welfare charities, so owners can be confident if their pet is lost or injured, there are plenty of people working to reunite them as soon as possible thereby reducing the stress to animal and owner.

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YORK

Open Day Success

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ork CP would like to say a huge ‘Thank you’ to everyone who supported our open day in July. We raised a fantastic amount of money and food for our hungry felines and we also secured homes for many of our residents. Let’s hope we can keep building on the success of our open days and make next year even bigger!

At the centre we have two very special boys that are in desperate need of a new home.

Seamus and Tristan have been with us a fair while now and have had very minimal interest. Both boys were initially very shy but have come round very nicely, especially tabby boy Seamus and both have keen interests in toys and food. The reason the boys linger is due to the fact they currently reside in our isolation unit. When they were younger they picked up cat flu 16 • info@thehandymag.co.uk

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stress, they may start to sneeze and/or be a little snotty. There is little that can be done about this problem but it will not affect their quality of life. As stress can affect their problem being in a confined pen is not currently helping. The boys are young and are getting rather bored being in the same place. We offer as much attention and stimulation as we can but nothing can compare to a new home. They are looking for a home with no other cats where their new owners won’t mind a few snuffles and snot here and there!

If you think you can offer these lovely boys the home they deserve please contact the centre on 01904 760356 or call into the centre between 11am-3pm to meet them.

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Solarso If you are wondering if solar energy could be a good choice for you, here are some answers to the most frequently asked questions.

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lthough most people have good intentions when it comes to being ‘green’, any incentive that ties an environmental initiative with a way of saving money is much more likely to turn intentions into actions. With the April 2010 introduction of a government scheme called FITs, solar power is exactly that combination and has become very popular over the last year.

What are the basic requirements for solar panels?

The main requirement is maximum exposure to light. The roof should ideally be south facing and although it is possible to use a roof that’s between due south and east or west, the further away from true south you are, the less output you are likely to achieve. Less electricity will be generated on shorter winter days and although solar panels will work on cloudy days, the performance will be reduced.

Finally, although the north of the country naturally receives less sunshine than the south, they do have longer days in the summer. The north won’t be able to benefit quite as much as the south but it is still very worthwhile.

Can I cut my electricity bill to zero?

Perhaps one of the prime misconceptions about solar energy is that you will no longer have an electricity bill.

Unfortunately this is not true as you will not be generating energy when it is dark, yet are still likely to be using it with your television, computers and

even the fridge and kettle.

It is recommended that you make use of your electrical appliances during the day so you are using your own generated electricity rather than having to take power from the national grid. For example you would use your washing machine and possibly the oven in the daytime rather than the evening.

What’s the government’s incentive scheme?

The government’s Feed-in Tariff (FITs) scheme became available in the UK (except Northern Ireland) in April 2010. The scheme guarantees a minimum payment for all electricity generated (generation tariff) whether you are using it for yourself or not.

Then there’s an additional payment (export tariff) for the electricity exported to the National Grid. Tariffs are even index-linked so the income will hold its value for the entire life of your system.

The total amount of electricity generated is measured by a meter in your property. But measuring the amount of electricity you are exporting to the grid is usually not possible so in most cases it is assumed that you are exporting 50% of all electricity you generate and your payment will be based on that.

How much can I save?

The Energy Saving Trust gives the

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HOMES & GARDENS following example of potential cost savings (per annum): Generation tariff £770, Export tariff £30, Reduction in current electricity bills £120 TOTAL = £920. (Installation size of 2.2kWp. Based on a tariff rate of 41.3p/ kWp, export rate of 3p).

What about water heating?

If your water is usually stored in a cylinder and is heated by either electricity or gas, you could also benefit from installing a second type of solar panel which heats your water.

Could I change my heating system over to solar?

In theory yes, in practice no. The times when you need your heating are in the winter – less light – and at night – no light. If it’s a bright sunny day between May and September it’s unlikely that you will be running your heating.

What are the costs?

Like any property improvement it does depends on a number of factors but a budget of between £4,000 and

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£14,000 will cover most standard domestic installations.

How do I choose who to do my installation for me?

As with any other significant property work, choose a reputable company and preferably a local one. Ask for references from other customers in the area.

Finally look for accreditations. MCS is a quality assurance scheme which demonstrates that the company is committed to meeting rigorous and tested standards and The REAL (Renewable Energy Assurance Ltd) Scheme. And ensure your installer is approved within the UK Microgeneration Scheme.

For more information see http:// www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/

MCS is a quality assurance scheme which demonstrates that the company is committed to meeting rigorous and tested standards.

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Chocolate Mint Tart with Late Summer Berries For all you chocoholics out there – this is a rich, simple to make chocolate tart flavoured with fresh mint.

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his recipe includes nuts for a little added texture but leave them out if you wish. Similarly, you can substitute freshly squeezed orange juice for the vodka. Serve in small portions with whatever berries are to hand and some clotted cream.

A word on chocolate – I love a good quality 70% cocoa solids or more plain chocolate but for this dessert that can get rather bitter. I use 200g of Bournville and 100g of decent quality 70% or more plain chocolate. Experiment with the ratio to suit your own taste. I’ve never tried making it with milk chocolate and would imagine it would be very sweet, if anyone has a go let me know how you get on!

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• Line a 7 inch round cake tin with cling film.

• Mix the chopped mint, caster sugar and vodka in a small bowl.

• Break the chocolate into squares and put in a medium sized heat proof bowl. Add the double cream and place over a pan of barely simmering water to melt the chocolate.

Make sure that the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water and that the chocolate mixture doesn’t get too hot. You want to melt it slowly.

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• When the chocolate is melted, stir it until it is smooth and add the butter pieces, stirring well between each addition so the butter melts into the chocolate and cream.

• Add half of the mint mixture and fold in the nuts.

• Pour into the cake tin and cool for 30 minutes or until it is cold enough to put in the fridge to chill. Chill for 2 hours or so.

• Toss the berries with the remaining mint mixture and cover and leave to one side to marinate while the tart is chilling.

• When you are ready to serve the tart, turn out onto a plate and dust with cocoa powder. I use a tea strainer for this.

• Cut into thin wedges and serve with the berries and clotted cream.

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YORK

Haxby market - the first new market in the York area for 695 years!

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any have tried and failed over the years to bring a market to Haxby. This year, with the help of a team of volunteers including Ken Cooper who took on the task of finding a legal solution, Haxby Working Men’s Club has been granted permission to hold markets in their car park in North Lane.

“I have lived in Haxby for 30 years,” says Jayne Grainger, one of the organisers and members of the club, “My husband Bill was born opposite the Tiger Inn and he has been president and secretary of the club for 21 years. We wanted to bring a sense of community back to Haxby and the market is an excellent opportunity to do this.”

Markets will be held once a month on a Wednesday in the first year but the team hope to make the market a weekly event in the future. They are run completely by volunteers who give up their time free of charge because they all feel the market is a such a good idea.

Haxby Working Mens Club (HWMC) was established in 1920 in buildings donated by local farmer George Henry Tindall of Westow House Farm, Haxby so that the working men of the village had a place to socialise - The Red Lion and The Tiger were places where the gentlemen farmers met!

The club has always been run by working men with a president, secretary, treasurer and committee. The first president was Superintendent James Parker of Station Road Haxby - a family still in the village today.

HWMC grew over the years, acquired more land and extended the original building by adding a concert room, games room and lounge.

Trev Stone is the oldest member who attends the club daily, he’s a young 92 year old who joined in 1948. He was the barman from 1954 to 1961 earning £2 a week when Alf Pierce was the Steward.

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Some of the market team : Emma Preece (Ca Grainger (organiser), Lol Grainger (treasure fé), Jayne Harris who is a club mem r) and ber and helps with sett Paul ing up

Saltersgate Inn “there was no meat”,Trev chuckled.

The club organised day trips to the seaside on the train from Haxby Station, and when that closed, 7 to 8 double decker buses would transport members families to the coast. The club always gave them some spending money which came out of club funds.

Brian Waller says he joined the club because of its free and easy atmosphere. There is still lots going on at the club; a golf society, a fishing club, 2 snooker tables and a pool table, darts and dominoes and sky TV. There is an act every Saturday

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august 2011 • issue 71 night, a Ladies section every Thursday and fantastic parties for the members children at Easter, Summer, Halloween and Christmas Becoming a member costs just £15 and as a member you can hire a room for free for your events and there are cheaper drinks at the bar HWMC welcomes families who can use the concert room and lounge. The adult bar is for putting the world to rights and having a good old natter and friendly banter.

HWMC is a non-profit making friendly society and fits well with the idea of a community market.

It is great to see that community spirit is alive and kicking in Haxby.

Emma Preece (Jayne’s daughter) is on hand at every market providing a café in the club building and there is a wide variety of stalls with everything from fruit and veg to wool and hardware. Why not visit the market on the 10th August and support this great local venture.

Future Haxby Market dates Wed 10th August 2011 Mon 29th August 2011 Wed 21st September 2011 Wed 19th October 2011 Wed 16th November 2011 Wed 7th December 2011 Wed 21st December 2011 Wed 11th January 2012 Wed 8th February 2012 Wed 14th March 2012 Wed 11th April 2012 If anyone has any more information about the history of the club, Jayne would love to hear from you. Please call her on 07762 326065.

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looking for a new kitchen visits us while they’re shopping around, but they place their order with us, because once they’ve mentioned to their family and friends they had a look at Instyle, people tell them ‘You must go with Instyle – they did my kitchen, my neighbours’ kitchen, my aunty’s kitchen’...”

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Wildlife I

’m the first to say that a garden consisting of only plants is a lost opportunity. No, I’m not suggesting you cram your garden full of too much paving or other hardware (and that includes well-dressed meerkats!) but as well as plants, you should encourage plenty of wildlife.

Anything you do to encourage wildlife is worthwhile, but here are my top ten suggestions: Slugs and snails When you use those little blue slug pellets there is plenty of evidence to suggest that you’re also endangering wildlife such as hedgehogs and birds. Use biological controls, organic slug deterrents, beer traps or copper rings to keep slugs off your plants instead.

Insect Cafe Make sure that you provide plenty of nectar as a vital food source for beneficial insects such as hoverflies, pollinators such as bees, a wide array of butterflies and all those other harmless creatures that might otherwise go short of food.

Simple shaped (non-double) flowers, especially those with open centres are best – try poached egg plants, sedums and achilleas.

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toads and hedgehogs to name a few, need to be able to move safely within a garden and also from one garden to the next. Try to arrange some of your planting so that they can safely scuttle from one plant to the next, protected by the plants’ foliage and stems.

Butterflies Nettles are widely used by the caterpillars of some butterflies. If your garden is quite big then try to spare a corner to allow nettles and other ‘wild’ plants to thrive. If you don’t like the idea of having nettles in your flowerbeds, then plant some into flowerpots and plunge these in a sunny spot near your beds and borders – this way you’ll give the butterflies the plant but won’t risk the nettles spreading.

High-rise accommodation Vertical planting helps wildlife too. Rather than having bare house or garage walls, or an ugly shed, plant it up. Using trellis or wires to support climbers you will be providing a useful roosting and resting place, a potential nest site and a source of food for wildlife.

Birds Provide a ‘bird bath’ for birds. Shallow water works well but it will need changing and replenishing frequently,

especially in hot weather.

Make sure that you install it somewhere that is well out of reach of local cats and other predators.

Garden Chemicals Don’t buy any more garden chemicals - they may seem to provide an easy and quick solution to problems, but most end up endangering beneficial insects as well as the ones that you are trying to control. You may be killing some of the insects which are your allies as they might help to control the pests.

Bird Boxes Bird boxes really help to encourage birds to nest. Try to put some up now as the birds will be used to them by next spring and more likely to occupy them. During the winter months, birds and insects often use nest boxes as roosting places too, hiding and finding protection from the worst of the weather. Make sure that you choose bird boxes with the RSPB or BTO sign of approval, or make your own using instructions from these organisations.

Ponds and Water features Install a pond or even just a simple water feature and you’ll be amazed by the amount of wildlife it attracts. Dragonflies, damselflies, other insects, plenty of birds and other

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animals will use the pond as a drinking place. If you can manage to squeeze in a wildlife pond then you’ll also be providing potential breeding and feeding places too.

roses, Pyracantha, Crab Apples – all make great garden plants but also provide a useful food source.

Berried Treasure Plant some shrubs that produce tasty berries later in the year. Autumn fruiting plants, especially those whose fruits last in to the winter, provide a vital source of food for many animals, especially birds. Wild

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One Day

Adapted from the international bestselling novel, One Day charts an extraordinary relationship. After one day together in 1988, Emma Morley (Anne Hathaway) and Dexter Mayhew (Jim Sturgess) begin a friendship that will last a lifetime. Over the next 20 years, key moments of their relationship are revealed on the same day each year – July 15th. Dex and Em face friendship, fights, hopes, missed opportunities, laughter and tears. And they must come to grips with the nature of love and life itself.

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Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Cowboys & Aliens

Man’s arrogance sets off a chain of events that leads to intelligence in apes and a challenge to our place as the dominant species on the planet. Caesar, the first intelligent ape, is betrayed by humans and rises up to lead his species’ spectacular race to freedom and the ultimate showdown with Man. In Caesar, WETA - the Oscar-winning visual effects team behind Avatar – have created a CGI ape that delivers a dramatic performance of unprecedented emotion and intelligence.

Arizona Territory in 1873, a stranger with no memory of his past stumbles into the desert town of Absolution. The only hint to his history is a mysterious shackle that encircles one wrist. The people of Absolution don’t welcome strangers, and nobody makes a move on its streets unless ordered to do so by the iron-fisted Colonel Dolarhyde.

But the town is about to experience fear it can scarcely comprehend as the desolate city is attacked by marauders from the sky.

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Local Groups 2ND SUNDAY RAMBLING CLUB

Our walks are usually 10 - 12 miles long and within about an hours journey from York. We have a coach which picks up in Wigginton, Haxby, New Earswick and Clarence Street from 8.30am, with an introductory fare of £5 for your first walk. We look forward to seeing you next month - on the second Sunday, of course! For more information please ring either Helen on York 782891 or Hazel on York 760897.

AGE CONCERN YORK

Age Concern York provides a wide range of personal and practical support to older people in the York area. www. ageconcernyork.org.uk The office is open Monday - Friday 09.00am - 4.00pm. For more information contact: Information Officer, Age Concern York tel: (01904) 627995/621020

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE SOCIETY

Information and support for all people with dementia and their carers. www.alzheimers. org.uk/york Monday - Friday 9.30 - 3.30 The Retreat, Heslington Road, Heslington, York YO10 5BN For more information contact: Branch Manager, Alzheimer’s Society, York Branch, Ground Floor Suite, Holgate Villa, 22 Holgate Road, York YO24 4AB tel: 01904 658106 or 01904 799773 email: AL.york@ tesco.net

BREATHE EASY YORK

The group meets every first Wednesday of the month 1pm-3pm at Huntington Working Mens Club. This is open for sufferers, helpers and carers. Support, speakers and trips out. For more information call Sue, 01904 410 003 or go to: www. breatheeasyyork.co.uk

BRITISH RED CROSS

Car and minibus drivers required in all areas. The British Red Cross Transport Service is looking for volunteer drivers who can help in their local community to make a difference to those in need. As a transport service volunteer, you will have the rewarding experience of helping people who cannot get about easily. Training and support given and mileage allowance of 40p per mile paid. If you would like to find out more about becoming a volunteer please ring Linda on 01904 692550 or Helen on 01904 693027

CANCER CARE CENTRE

at York Hospital offers support and information for Cancer Patients, their Families and Carers. Information available includes access to Local Support Groups, Travel Insurance and Forthcoming Events.

We offer specialised services on a referral basis such as Psycho-Oncology, Complementary Therapy and Benefits Advice. To find out more come in and see us, the Centre is open Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm or telephone 01904 721166.

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help with selling programmes. If you would like to join, please write to our Membership Secretary,c/o York Theatre Royal, St Leonards Place, York YO1 7HD or visit our website at friends@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk

CITY OF YORK PIPE BAND

HALVES

We consist of bagpipers, base drum, tenor drums and side drummers. We practice weekly at the Huntington Memorial Hall, on Wednesday nights,. We offer tuition, free for under 18’s and a small yearly fee for adults.

We have all the equipment anyone will need to start... so come and join us!! Ring Laura, Pipe Major, on 01904 763243 or John on 01423 879519.

CITY OF YORK AND DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY.

We hold monthly meetings on the 1st Wednesday of the month at The Folk Hall, New Earswick 7pm for 7 30. excluding August. We also have a well equipped Study Centre in York where we can help both inexperienced and the more experienced with their problems and brickwalls. We welcome newcomers to the hobby and are willing to give advice to set them on the way. Please see our web site at www.yorkfamilyhistory.org.uk or call Mike on 01904 767013.

EWENIQUE MACHINE KNITTING CLUB

Meet at the Folk Hall New Earswick on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 2pm until 4pm. (No meeting July/August).We are a friendly group who meet to exchange ideas and techniques. Most meetings we have a demonstration of knitting. For more information call Pat on 01904 763964.

FRIENDS OF ST NICHOLAS FIELDS York Environment Centre, Rawdon Avenue, York, YO10 3ST. The nature reserve is open all the time and has a children’s playground, mini stonehenge, butterfly walk and wooded area. Mon - Fri 9.00am - 5pm and Sat 10.00am - 2pm. Please pop down during opening hours to find out more. Be a volunteer or a member of St Nicholas - call 01904 411821

FRIENDS OF YORK HOSPITALS

This group organises volunteers who provide patients with extra comfort and support. We also raise funds for medical and surgical equipment which cannot be provided through NHS finances. For more information call Friends Office tel: 01904 726762 email: friendsofyorkhospital@york. nhs.uk

FRIENDS OF YORK THEATRE ROYAL

We are an enthusiastic, theatre-loving group keen to support our local theatre and meet others who share a passion for the arts.

Joining us is a good way to make new friends, to take part in events at the Theatre Royal, to visit theatres in other places such as Newcastle, Scarborough and Leeds, and other places of interest such as historical buildings in York and elsewhere. We hold monthly lunches in the theatre foyer, and

Are you a person who has lost their other half? If so, would you like to join us for a friendly chat over refreshments? We meet at 12 noon on the first Saturday of each month in the coffee area of Trinity Methodist Church, Monkgate, York For more information telephone Margaret on 01904 415894

HAXBY & WIGGINTON FLOWER CLUB (Affiliated to NAFAS) A group for people who are interested in flower arranging, voluntary competitions, visiting speakers, self help activities and opportunities for wider involvement. All visitors are welcome. Further details from 01904 765676

HAXBY & WIGGINTON GARDENING CLUB

We meet monthly on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2.30pm at .St Mary’s Church Hall, Haxby. We have regular speakers, visits and events and welcome new members to this friendly and informal group.

For more information please phone Ginny Mason, Secretary 01904 768516

Haxby & Wigginton Knit and Natter Group

Starting Tuesday 22nd February from 7-9pm at Wigginton Church Hall. Do you enjoy knitting or crochet? Would you like to meet new people, have a chat and share your hobby? Then come along to Knit and Natter. All ages and abilities are welcome, just bring your latest project with you. There is a charge of £2 per person to cover the cost of room hire and refreshments will be available. Any queries please contact Clare on 079800 26690

HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB

We are a club for retired people over 55 years old. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday each month in the Haxby & Wigginton Methodist Church Hall at 10am for 10.30am. We have speakers on many varied subjects. New members welcome.

For further information contact Mike Harrison on 01904 769507

HAXBY & WIGGINTON U3A

The University of the Third Age (U3A) is a voluntary body of retired but active people who like to follow their interests and take up new ones. Courses are run free of charge by members themselves, no qualifications are required only enthusiasm and a wish to join with others in the pursuit of new activities. Monthly meetings with a speaker on the 3rd Friday of the month at 2pm at Wigginton Recreation Hall. Current groups include Art, Bird Watching, Bridge, Dancing, History, Investment Planning, IT, Languages, Literature, Scrabble, Table Tennis,

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HAXBY & WIGGINTON LOCAL HISTORY GROUP

We are a lively, friendly and informal group who meet to promote local history. We have speakers, research groups and occasional visits to interesting locations. Why not make a trial visit with a view to becoming a member? We meet every third Thursday of the month in St Mary’s Church Hall, Haxby. at 10.00am (refreshments available). Ring Ian Mason 768516

HAXBY AND WIGGINTON YORK IN TRANSITION

We are a voluntary group of people who live in the area, who want to make a local impact on the York in Transition Agenda: to persuade everyone to make small steps towards reducing our reliance on ways of living which are unsustainable and will cause serious dilemmas for our children and grandchildren. We want to start by becoming more cooperative about what we grow and produce locally...contact to join the ‘germinators’ or express any interests: 01904 756651

HAXBY SINGERS

Do you like to sing? Basses, Tenors, Altos and Sopranos it’s great fun, come along to the Haxby Singers. Auditions are not required to join our friendly mixed choir group. We meet 7.30pm, once a week In St Mary’s Church Hall. For further information, telephone Lynn on 01904 769838 or Margaret on 01904 761618

(YORK BRANCH)

Access to information, advice and support, and to offer opportunities and choice to anyone affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Opening times: Tuesdays: 2pm-7pm Thursdays: 10am-2pm First Saturday of every month: 10am-2pm. Woodlands MS Resource Centre 120 Thief Lane, Hull Road, York YO10 3HU Tel: 01904 430600

Charity No 1046443. We can help you to access information, support and you can talk to fellow sufferers. You are not alone if you need any help pr advice just get in touch. Newly diagnosed? Not a member?

Call Ron Middlemass Chairman for more information on 01904 679939 or 07715 943406 or e-mail ron.middlemass@o2.co.uk

NEW EARSWICK BRIDGE CLUB.

RIVER FOSS SOCIETY

MYASTHENIA GRAVIS LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP

Meets every Monday evening at 7pm in the Folk Hall. New members always welcome, more information; Tel:01904-760639

NEW EARSWICK CAMERA CLUB

We meet mid September to the end of April each Thursday evening at 7:30pm at the Quaker Meeting House which is located to the rear of the Folk Hall car park, New Earswick. NECC was founded in 1949 and now, in its 62nd year, embraces all aspects of digital photography. Come along and try our varied programme before you join. You will love our friendly hospitality. See our new Syllabus at www.communigate.co.uk/york/ newearswickcameraclub

NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY GROUP

01844 348100. info@hearing-dogs.co.uk www.hearingdogs.co.uk

Huntington Bridge Club

OAKEN GROVE SURFERS

Held every Saturday at Huntington Community Centre, 26 Strensall Road. 7 till 10, al new players welcome! Just come along.

HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HALL

46 Strensall Road, Huntington. Two rooms available for hire. Other groups who use the hall are Huntington Pre-School, the Guiding Association, Karate, Ebor Rag Ruggers, Diet and Fitness Groups, dance groups and Military Whist groups. Further information and bookings is via the Caretaker on 01904 760044.

Knit and Natter Group

Tuesdays from 7-9 pm at Wigginton Church Hall. Do you enjoy knitting or crochet?

Would you like to meet new people, have a chat and share your hobby? Then come along to Knit and Natter. All ages and abilities are welcome, just bring your latest project with you. There is a charge of £2 per person to cover the cost of room hire and refreshments will be available. Any queries please contact Clare on 079800 26690

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY

REFLECT

Reflect is a counselling service based in York that is specifically for women and men facing an unplanned or crisis pregnancy.

We are one of around 150 centres across the UK www.careconfidential.com and can offer trained advisers to help.

The York centre has 13 volunteers and opening times Thursdays 7.30-9.30pm and Fridays between 3-5pm for drops in at the Gateway centre, Acomb, but many other appointments are available, just call to arrange. More information from 01904 676710 or visit www.reflectyork.co.uk.

Contact detail Bryan Blundell 01904 764648. New Earswick Sports and Social club 3rd Monday of the month. at 7.30 for 7.45. Details of all meetings available at http://www.yorkareagroup.co.uk/

HEARING DOGS FOR DEAF PEOPLE

York at 7pm. All new members, together with their family and friends are welcome to join us. Contact telephone number is 0844 225 36 32 for Jayne Riggall who is an Information and Support Officer.

Oaken Grove Surfers meet at Oaken Grove Community Centre, Reid Park (off Oaken Grove) Haxby on Monday mornings and Thursday afternoons. We help adult beginners get to grips with computers and the internet. We are a friendly group providing one to one support to learn how to email, shop and stay safe online (we are a UK Online Centre) Telephone the centre on 01904 769176 for more information.

OLDER CITIZENS ADVOCACY YORK – OCAY

OCAY is an independent, registered charity offering a free advocacy service for all citizens of York aged 50 and over. If you think that we may be able to help you, or someone you know, then please get in touch by phone (01904 676200), e-mail (ocay@btconnect.com), or by calling in to our office in Townend Street, Monday Thursday 10am -4pm or Friday 10am - 2pm.

PARKINSONS DISEASE SOCIETY. (PARKINSONS UK) This group meets monthly on the first Monday of the month at the Community Centre, 26 Strensall Road, Huntington,

The Society is dedicated to the conservation and improvement of the River Foss, from its source until it joins the Ouse in York, for the benefit of its wildlife and the enjoyment of local residents. The quarterly newsletter for members includes details of the programme of walks, talks and other activities. Further information can be obtained from the Society’s website at www.riverfosssociety. co.uk or from the Membership Secretary on 01904 768071.

RNLI Galtres FOREST BRANCH

A small group of people who are mad enough to enjoy raising money for the Lifeboats. If you are interested in helping us or just want to know more about the work we do please contact Sue Lowe on 01904 491133 or colin.lowe@virgin.net

SAMARITANS OF YORK & DISTRICT

Confidential emotional support to anyone in distress or despair or at risk and self harm or suicide. www.samaritans.org.uk tel 08457 90 90 90. We are always available for phone calls and visitors 8.00am - 10.00pm. 89 Nunnery Lane, York YO23 1AH tel: 01904 655888

SHOPMOBILITY IN YORK

Anyone with a mobility problem, whether it is temporary or permanent can hire a powered scooter or an electric or manual wheelchair (you must be able to safely control the vehicle). Low daily hire charge.

Located on the second floor of Piccadilly Multistorey Car Park in the city centre. For further information and booking call on 01904 679222

Single Parents Natter and Play

New Earswick Children’s Centre. Every last Friday of the month. 1.30 - 3pm. Friendly group of sinlge mums and dads of under 5s. Call 01904 552646 for more information.

STAMFORD BRIDGE SINGERS

We are a friendly, community choir of approx: 40 voices aged 13 to 70 which rehearses weekly throughout term time in Stamford Bridge School. We are available for Concerts, Church Services and

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COMMUNITY Weddings. To hire us or to join the choir please email: info@stamfordbridgesingers. co.uk Further details on our website: www. stamfordbridgesingers.btck.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you.

STRENSALL BRIDGE CLUB

Strensall Village Hall, Thursday at 7:00pm For non-serious bridge, contact John on 01904 769618

STRENSALL DINING GROUP

Who says you’re old and past it when you are 50 or over? Our dining group of friends are full of fun and life. So do not sit or eat alone, come and join us. We meet every 3-4 weeks at various venues in and around the York area. If you enjoy good food and good company then ring 01904 490987 for more details.

STRENSALL LOCAL HISTORY GROUP

Aims to promote and study the history of the parish of Strensall and to disseminate historical information through meetings, publications lectures and events. We are a friendly group who in order to explore, study and record this exciting history have regular monthly meetings which provide opportunities to hear a variety of speakers or to participate in workshops. Meetings are held in Strensall Village Hall on the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm.

just need suitable clothing and footwear, a packed lunch and to live in Haxby or Wigginton. For more information call Joyce on 01904 762605.

WIGGINTON & HAXBY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Registered Charity No. 1023129. We meet every second Thursday in the month at St. Mary’s Church Hall at 7.30 p.m. New and old members, and visitors, always welcome.

For more information contact Mrs Graves on 01904 750570. Please see the events pages for details of our next meeting.

WIGGINTON OVER SIXTIES

We meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 2.00pm at Wigginton Recreation Hall. We have speakers, trips out, activity groups. Old and new members, also visitors are always welcome. For more information please contact Mrs Lilian Gomersall (Secretary) on 01904 769993

YORK AMATEUR RADIO CLUB

The club meets every Thursday at 8pm at the Bishophorpe Social Club in Bishopthorpe. We are always interested in meeting others interested in Amateur Radio and run courses for new members to obtain a license and call sign of their own.

Interested future members just need to turn up on Thursdays.

York Light ORCHESTRA

We play light music, popular classics, selections from musicals and themes from films and television. We are open to anyone of any age who plays an orchestral instrument and we don’t hold auditions, just come along. We rehearse on Thursday evenings 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Acomb Methodist Church, Front Street (September to July). We perform 6 to 8 concerts a year, in and around York for local charities and community groups. If you would like to join or if you would like YLO to do a concert to raise money for your charity please see our website www.ylo.org.uk or call our secretary on (01904) 870759 for more details.

YORK AND DISTRICT PAIN MANAGEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

A voluntary group established to provide a community for people and their supporters suffering with long term pain that are or have been participants in the Pain Management Program or attend the Pain Management Clinic. Contact Gordon 01904 491141 or Jill 01904 708490 for more details. www.ypmsg.co.ukPain Management Clinic. Contact Gordon 01904 491141 or Jill 01904 708490 for more details. www.ypmsg.co.uk

YORK PHILATELIC SOCIETY

All welcome. Huntington ladies most welcome. For more information, please call 01904 490758.

Friendly group offering regular caving trips to the Yorkshire Dales and Derbyshire, with occasional trips to Wales, Summerset and Ireland. Open to new members with some caving experience or can offer advice to those with none. Bi-weekly pub meets in York. Info can be found on www. yorkcavingclub.org.uk or email: info@ yorkcavingclub.org.uk or phone 07747 063181.

The York Philatelic Society meets every second Tuesday in the month apart from August in the Denham Room in the Priory Street Centre, Priory Street, York at 7-15 p.m. During the meetings there is a bourse to enable members to buy, sell or exchange material. A packet circuit is also operated by the York Society.

Annual subscriptions are £6-00 annually payable on the 1st January each year. (youth subscription , is13 - 18 years, is £3-00). Contact can be made to the Publicity Secretary, Captain P. Hyde, on 01904-490603 ( e-mail:- yogiyork@ic24. net ) or to Tony Ward, Secretary, on 01904411378 (e-mail:- aew6@york.ac.uk ) or to Peter Byrne, President, on 01904 792603.

Further details can be found on the York Society website on:- http://sites.google. com/site/yorkps/

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STRENSALL READING GROUP

We are a friendly group who meet on the last Wednesday of the month from 2.30 – 3.30 pm in Strensall Library. The Library provides us with a book which we read over the month and then get together to discuss it over tea and biscuits. We are looking for new members and if you enjoy books and reading do please come along. It is free!

If you would like any more information then please ring Sarah at the Library on 490876 or Pam on 764518.

STRENSALL WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Rehearsal facilities for us at the Portakabin Site in Huntington. The Beginners Band rehearses Monday evenings 6.30-8.00pm.

Contact Audrey Brown, tel 01904 425256.

The Concert Band rehearses Wednesday evenings 7.30-9.30pm. Contact David Gregg on 07710 106906. The Senior Band rehearses on Tuesday and Friday evenings 8.00-10.00pm. Contact Charles Wilson on 07802 190250. www.shepherdbrassband. org

WIGBY WALKERS

Do you enjoy the great outdoors? Why not join us on our weekly Wednesday walks?

We set off from Wigginton Recreation Hall car park at 10 am for a short drive and a 5-7 mile walk, stopping at a tea shop on the way home. We also have 6-8 mile walks on the 4th Saturday of each month. You

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YORK BONSAI SOCIETY

Meet monthy at Wigginton Hall on the third Monday of every month at 7.30pm.

Friendly & informal group with refreshments.

Occasional speakers, library & bonsai suppliers available. Come along or speak to the secretary: Andy Mudd 01757 268145

York Caving Club

The group was founded in 1988 to provide help and support to cardiac patients and their families following their release from hospital. the group meets every month at the Folk Hall at New Earswick on the first Monday of each month (second if Bank Holiday occurs). Meetings start at 07:30 for a variety of talks with a break for refreshments and a chance to talk to fellow patients. The group also organise exercise classes and swimming sessions. Contact Tony Tolhurst 01904 410091for further details.

YORK LIBRARIES

Interested in your family history? Would you like to trace your ancestors? City of York Libraries now offer free access to ancestry. com. Now available at Haxby LibraryCall in or telephone 768811 for details

A relaxed and friendly group, which

provides support, information and resources for rheumatoid arthritis sufferers and their families and carers. Meetings take place on the second Saturday of each month, 3pm - 5pm, at the Priory Street Centre, 15 Priory Street (off Micklegate), York YO1 6ET. Membership is currently free.

For more information please call 01904 642227

YORK RAMBLERS

New members are always welcome on the walks and can try out 2 or 3 walks before deciding whether to join the Ramblers.

Walks vary in length from 5 miles to 12 miles and some use public transport to get to the start of the walks, so there is something to suit everyone.

Details of all the walks can be found on

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YORK ROTTERS

York Rotters are a group of enthusiastic volunteers who promote home composting.

If you have any questions about composting, whether you want to know where to start, or want to know more about specialist methods then contact York Rotters for advice. As well as providing free home composting advice York Rotters are available to carry out talks at meetings and to attend events. York Rotters are always on the look out for new volunteers. No previous experience is required as full training will be provided. York Rotters can be contacted on 01904 412861 or email rotters@ stnicksfields.org.uk

YORVIK GATEWAY CLUB

A social club for adults with disabilities and is held every Monday 7.00-9.00pm at the Oaken Grove Community Centre off Usher Lane in Haxby. The club offers a variety of activities and welcomes new members. For more information, ring Club Leader Debbie, on 0791 9191372 or just come along.

Playgroups

HUNTINGTON PRESCHOOL & TODDLERS

Huntington Pre-school Babies and Toddler Group: Monday and Friday mornings 9.15 - 10.45 during term time. The Memorial Hall, Strensall Road, Huntington.

All welcome. £3 per session including refreshments for adults and children.

Discounts available for half-termly registration or additional children. Feel free to call in, or contact Lynne Britton on 01904 765017 or email lynne.britton1@btinternet. com

HUNTINGTON PRE SCHOOL

Huntington Pre School: The Memorial Hall, Strensall Road, Huntington.

For children aged 2.5 - 5 years. Monday - Friday morning 9.00 -12.00, plus monday afternoon 12.30 - 3.30, (term time only).

Additional Rising Five’s sessions also held to help prepare children for the transition to school. £7.50 per session if your child is not eligible for Council funding.Further details can be obtained from Lynne Britton on 01904 765017 email lynne.britton1@ btinternet.com

ORCHARD PARK PRE-SCHOOL

Sheriff Hutton Methodist Church, Please contact Caroline Hunt on 01347 878242 for more details and to check term time dates!

Orchard Park Community centre, Off Brockfield park shops, Huntington. OpenMon to Fri 9.15 to 12.15. Lunch Club 12.15 to 1.15 For children aged 2 to 5 to Learn and play.. Please call Sandra on Tel 07407 700315 or 01904 626361 for more info

HAXBY PLAYGROUPS

SHERIFF HUTTON PLAYGROUP

CHATTERBOX

Under 5s is now Haxby Playgroups@Scout HQ Birth to school age children (parents stay) Tuesday to Thursday 9.30 - 11.30 Term time only.

Playgroup - Haxby Playgroups@Headlands.

Headlands Primary School. 9am - 3pm daily term time only. Sessions 9am - 12noon and 12noon - 3pm. Starting age 2.

Rising Fives is now Haxby Playgroups@ RalphButterfield. 9am - 3pm daily term time only or Sessional 9am - 12noon and 12noon to 3pm. For further information please contact further information or bookings please contact 01904 768966 or manager@ haxbyplaygroups.org.uk www.haxbyplaygroups.org.uk

THE WONDER YEARS Wigginton - adjoining Wigginton Primary School, for children from Haxby, Wigginton & surrounds: Boddlers – Baby/Toddler group (Birth to 3yrs).Tues, Wed, Thurs 9.30- 11am term time at Wigginton Recreation Hall. PreSchool – 3-5 years - Mon-Fri term time.

Morning session 9am – 12 noon, Afternoon session 12.45pm -3.15pm . Plus 1 hr Lunch Club can be added to am or pm session.

Early Years Funded places available.

Extended School – 3-11 years - Breakfast Club 7.40-9am & After School Club 3-6pm including breakfast/snack. Supports children’s interests in sport, games & crafts.

Holiday Club – Care for 3-11 year olds, with fully engaging activity programme. Full day 8am – 6pm Half Day 8am – 1pm or 1pm – 6pm Tel : 01904 758717

We offer places to children aged 2 years and 6 months to school age in a warm, stimulating and caring environment with outside playspace. OFSTED registered with qualified staff. Playgroup runs on Mon, Weds and Fri from 9.30 -12 noon with an optional Lunch Club from 12 -1pm.Contact Sarah on 01347878726.

Babies and Toddlers session Thurs 9.45 - 11.45. All welcome! Contact Margaret on 01347878314.

SHERIFF HUTTON BABIES AND TODDLERS GROUP

Village Hall, Thu 9.45-11.45am Play and other activities for all babies and toddlers with their parents and carers. All welcome.

SINNINGTON PRE SCHOOL

The Pre School is OFSTED registered and inspected. Sessions are; Toddler groupTuesday 10.00am - 11.30am. Pre -School - Monday 09.10am-11.40am. Wednesday 09.10am-11.40am Thursday 09.10am11.40am Friday 09.10am-11.40am. For more information contact Kerry or Suzanne on 07799727656

STEPPING STONES PRE-SCHOOL

Playgroup. Tel: 01904 442826 Mon - Fri mornings 8.30am - 12 noon. Mon - Fri afternoons 12.30pm - 4pm. In our purpose built private premises we offer a fantastic child-centred/structured play environment for children aged 2-5 years. Session times are : Monday - Friday mornings 8.30am - 12 noon and Monday - Friday afternoons 12.30pm - 4.00pm. Sessions are £6 for two year olds (some funding is available for two

year olds subject to circumstance) with full funding for three year olds - no top up fees!

STOCKTON LANE PLAYGROUP

We are a pre-school for children from 2-5 years. We are ofsted inspected and LEA funded. Monday - Friday 9.00am-12 noon (term time only). Wednesdays - 12.30pm - 3.30pm Christ Church, Stockton Lane, York YO31 1JG tel: 07746 806426 For more information contact: Mrs Fiona Wheeler tel: 07746 806426 During Play group opening times only

STOCKTON ON FOREST TODDLER GROUP A non profit making organisation run by the parents for the parents and their children.

All children 0–5 years are welcome.You don’t have to book a place in advance or commit to every week, just drop in when you can. We also have a designated area and toys for babies.The hall has full disabled access and facilities. Only £2 per session (£3 for family groups, £1 for adults and £1 for babies), first session is free.

Thursdays 9.30am - 11.30am (term-time only) Stockton-on-the-Forest Village Hall.

For more details contact Karen (01904) 870759

STRENSALL PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP

We offer a natural transition from pre-school to school as we are situated next door to Robert Wilkinson School. We have various sessions on offer in our newly refurbished setting. Mon & Tue: Pre-schoolers 8.45–12.45pm, Rising 3s 1-3pm. Wed: Pram Club/Messy 2s 9–10.30am, Pre-schoolers 10.45am–2.45pm. Thu: Pre-schoolers 8.45–12.45pm, Rising 3s 1–3pm. Fri: Pre-schoolers 10.45am–2.45pm, Pram club/ Messy 2s 1.15–2.45pm. Messy 2 sessions are ‘Pay as you go’. For more information telephone Sarah on 01904 492937 or email sarahsmithpg@btconnect.com We have spaces available in both our Messy 2 sessions.This is a drop in session and £1 each time you come. The session offers the opportunity for your child and you to meet new friends, if you require more details please ring Sarah Smith on 492937 or just pop along for a free 1st taster session.

TINY STEPS TODDLER GROUP

tel: 01904 442826 Friday mornings 9.30am - 11.00am - £1 per session. The mums and tots session will be run by the Stepping Stones staff in Hurst Hall, with lots of crafts and activities to keep the under twos busy.

(Please feel free to bring along an older sibling if your toddler has one). Children attending the toddler group will have priority on the Stepping Stones Pre-School waiting list.

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COMMUNITY Treasure Chest. As well as being mums, we are fully trained Peer Supporters. We meet up every Monday between 12.30 and 1.30pm at Oaken Grove Community Centre, Haxby. Run alongside the Haxby Postnatal Group, this is a drop in facililty and we also welcome pregnant mums. More details are available on our website: www. treasurechest.org.uk or email our helpline: support@treasurechest.org

YORK FAMILY INFORMATION SERVICE

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Finding and paying for childcare,free early education places for 3 and 4 year olds ,returning to work, working in Early Years, family groups and activities, local parenting support. Call us on 01904 554628 or text ‘info’ to 07624 802244 and we will call you back.

Sports Clubs Badmington Club Sandburn Hall, Flaxton. Fridays 2 - 3.30pm All ages welcome. tel: Stephen Marshall 01904 490440 for more details

Dunnington Sports Club Starting Table Tennis- A six week course for absolute beginners. Have you wanted to play and never known where to start? Call now for details of our NEW courses. Phone Nick on 01904 481039 or Keith on 07770 874996 Email: nick. roberts@dunningtonsportsclub.com or keithmayhew@hotmail.com

HAXBY TOWN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB At the moment we run 6 teams from the ages of 7-16 years. We need boys and girls, ages 5,6,7, & 11 to join our small friendly football club.All of our coaches are FA Coaching Level 1 trained and have been CRB checked. We train every Saturday 10.30 - 11.30am at Ethel Ward Playing Fields, Haxby.

We are always looking for people to help out with training, coaching and refereeing.

Full training is provided. Please phone Neil Thorbinson on 01904 761908

HUNTINGTON JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB We are a Charter Standard football club meeting the required FA coaching levels and CRB clearances etc. The club have excellent facilities at Hopgrove sports ground on the Malton Road York, where the teams train and play home fixtures. For 2011/12 season we will be running a Ladies open age team, Boys and Girls under 10s, Boys under 14s and under 15s and Mens open age. Players are required for all teams for the coming season. Training is continuing through the summer, so if interested come down and give it a go.

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Huntington Cricket Club We welcome new players of all abilities, please contact Jason halliwell on 07714471271 for further details

NEW EARSWICK CRICKET CLUB We play in the York & District Senior League and would welcome new members for the coming season. We also require scorers and occasional umpires. Any person interested, please contact Adam on 07894863012 or email Chris on chris. smith950@ntlworld.com

PARTNERSHIP GYMNASTICS CLUB Classes for boys and girls from reception to year 10. Classes are held at various venues across York, Monday to Friday– venues include Archbishop Holgate’s School, Manor C of E School, Park Grove Primary school, Canon Lee School, Joseph Rowntree School and Huntington Secondary School.

Partnership Gymnastics is affiliated to British Gymnastics, run by fully qualified coaches all with CRB clearance. The club has also achieved club Mark for its high standards and quality coaching. For more information please contact Ruth Walker 07886926420.

STRENSALL FOOTBALL CLUB All of our coaches are FA coaching level 1 qualified and are CRB checked. Training is on Saturday mornings at Durlston Drive, Strensall.If you are interested in playing then please email strensallsa@tesco.net or ring Louise on 07801896698.

HAXBY NETBALL CLUB …affiliated to England Netball. Would you like to join this very successful netball club which currently run 2 teams in the North Yorkshire Ambassaror League ( Champions and Runners up!) and 4 teams in the York & District League. If so call the secretary Emma Hardy Tel::- 07808001142 or Chair Val ( 01904 761970) for more details. We are a CAPS accredited club and hold a Clubmark status from our governing body.

Training is on a Monday evening at the Ethel Ward Playing Field throughout summer, and the League season runs from September until March. Would you like to learn to umpire? We have a qualified tutor in the club. Also if you are a budding Junior player ( school years 7-10) there is a junior section which trains every other Monday, 6:15-7:15.

All coaches are CRB checked. Ring for more details

STRENSALL LAWN BOWLING CLUB Lawn Bowls - A sport for all ages. Strensall Bowling Club has been in existence for a long time yet seems to be little known. We are a small and friendly club and always happy to welcome new members of any age; under 18s bowl free! Adults pay only £30 for the season, which runs from April

through to September. Entrance to our club is between house No’s 5–7 Park Gate near the terminus of the No 5 Bus. We can provide Bowls and Coaching and a months free trial. As a club we compete in various leagues, hold regular friendlies and, of course, social bowling, including tea and biscuits.

For more information contact the secretary Annette Prosser on 01904 492807

STRENSALL SHORT MAT INDOOR BOWLS Strensall Village Hall, Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm. Membership is £5 per annum and £1.50 each Wednesday. Tel Jackie Silk on 01904 492993 for more details.

STRENSALL SPORTS ASSOCIATION Tennis Club - There are now 3 newly surfaced tennis courts. If you are interested in joining the tennis club, please call 07005 800737 or email on strensallsa@tesco.net Muga Pitch - The floodlit muga pitch is now available for hire for both 5 a sidefootball and netball. Please email us.

WIGGINTON BOWLING CLUB Come and play lawn bowls, a sport for all ages. We welcome beginners and seasoned bowlers alike and we can lend newcomers a set of woods to see if they like the game. Adult membership age 26+ is £52 flat fee, £26 ages 18 to 25 and free to juniors under 18 and you can play as often as you like The 2011 season is open from Saturday16th April to Saturday 24th September for social bowling and league matches. Why not take the opportunity of a month’s free trial membership, without obligation, or come along to our “Come and Try” day on Sunday 1st May from 2pm to 5pm and give it a go. For further details, or to arrange a visit, contact: Colin Ellis (Secretary) on 01904 760877 or Email: colin.ellis23@talktalk.net

YORK HOTSHOTS CHEERLEADING CLUB Classes are held on a Wednesday evening during term time, at Archbishop Holgate’s School, Hull Road, York.The club is affiliated to British Gymnastics and is run by qualified coaches who have all been CRB checked.

We are also a club mark accredited club.

For more information or to request a registration form please contact Anna Murray on 07507638804 or e-mail yorkhotshots@hotmail.co.uk

Scouts & Guides 2nd HAXBY & WIGGINTON SCOUT GROUP Boys & Girls age 6 to 14.

Beavers: Mon & Thurs 6.00 - 7.15 pm.

Cubs: Weds & Fri 6.30 - 8.00pm Scouts:

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Mon 7.30 - 9.00 pm.

Thurs. 7.45 - 9.15 pm.

The cost is £36 per quarter and covers the above activities and uniform.

Brownies 7-10yrs old Mondays,Wednesda y,Thursday evenings

girl can join Rainbows at any time after her fifth birthday. Most Rainbows move on shortly after their seventh birthday. For further details about when the 29th York (Huntington All Saints) Rainbows meet and to see if there is availability for you to join, you can contact Miss Stephanie Easton (known to the Rainbows as Robin) on 07875 541520, who is Guider in charge of the Rainbows.

Guides 10-14yrs old Monday, Thursday evenings

STOCKTON ON THE FOREST SCOUT GROUP

Contact Pauline Briggs 01904 760004

HAXBY MOOR GIRL GUIDING Girls aged 5-14years old Rainbows 5-7years Wednesday evenings

Units meet throughout Haxby & Wigginton Adults- Can you spare an hour a week?

Are you interested in finding out more about being a volunteer?

Contact Helen Feetenby 01904 762926 for further details

1st Heworth Scout Group Boys and girls 8 to 14 Cubs: Tuesday 6.30pm - 8.15pm Scouts: Friday 7.00pm - 9.00pm If interested please phone Matthew on 01904413882 or visit www.1st-heworth. org.uk

29TH YORK (HUNTINGTON ALL SAINTS) RAINBOWS Rainbows take part in games and activities as part of their programme called the Rainbow Jigsaw. Everything a Rainbow does helps her to develop and to think for herself, in a safe girl-only environment. A

Boys and Girls, age 6 to 14 Beavers: Mon 6.00 .700pm.

Cubs: Tues 6.45 - 8.15pm.

Scouts: Fri 7.00 - 9.00pm.

We are also in need of Leaders - any one interested please contact Jane Hurd 01904 413745.

AIR CADETS, EASINGWOLD A uniformed organisation for children aged 13-18 years. We are based in Easingwold. We parade on a Tuesday evening at Easingwold and Friday evening at RAF Linton On Ouse in the gymnasium between the hours of 1930 – 2200. We do have a minibus that goes from the car park of The Cottage Inn in Haxby via Shipton

by Beningbrough at 1900hrs.

We cover a range of activities from flying and gliding to target shooting and sport.

email: 2487@aircadets.org Charity No. 1559/79

Youth Groups YOUTH CLUBS AT OAKEN GROVE COMMUNITY CENTRE Safe, supervised indoor and outdoor areas. Sessions only cost £1 or 75p with a YoZone card. Come along and try us out!

WEDNESDAY OPEN YOUTH CLUB An Open Youth club is run at the centre on a Wednesday Night for anyone aged 8-16 years. The club runs from 7 - 9pm and facilities include a Nintendo Wii on projector screen, Widescreen TV, Pool Table, Outside Sports, Table Tennis and Tuck Shop.

IN-2-ACTING If you are interested in acting, singing and dancing and are between 8-15 years of age, please come and give us a try. With two productions each year, themed nights and theatre trips – its lots of fun! This club runs on Thursday evenings from 6 - 7.30pm.

Depending on numbers, priority will be given to residents of Haxby & Wigginton.

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TRAVEL

Machu Picchu Lost City of the Incas

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ed by a local lad, American explorer Hiram Bingham first set eyes on Machu Picchu in 1911, an exhilarating moment still shared today by the daily quota of 21st century visitors.

Some arrive on foot on the old Inca trail, others by special bus from the valley but all are equally awestruck when the city is finally revealed in its splendid isolation.

At over 8000 feet, high above the roaring Urubamba river, Machu Picchu sits on a saddle in jungle-clad mountains, enclosed by cliffs plunging 1500 feet into a precipitous gorge and in the distance, the glistening ridges and glaciers of the High Andes.

The city was built in the 15th century, most likely for Pachacutec, the greatest of all Inca emperors, but mysteriously abandoned within a hundred years.

Fortunately the Spanish invaders never discovered it and framed by its green iconic peaks, it was preserved, now a UNESCO site for posterity.

It’s a steep climb up Huayna, the main peak, but even if you don’t reach the top, the view is stunning, mountains rising all around and the lost city spreading at your feet, outlined like an Andean condor.

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frames designed to withstand earthquakes. There were royal and sacred grounds and residential quarters, home to potters, stone masons and weavers. All worked for the nobility and their priests in exchange for protection in this world and the next.

The sun is blisteringly hot, the path rough and the steps high but wandering through the maze of alleyways is full of wonders; here the watchman’s hut at the highest point, there the sacred stone, shaped like the mountain behind it to draw positive energy, the Temple of the Condor where rocks are carved like the bird in full flight or the House of the Mortars where small basins were filled with water to catch the stars.

You can explore the ruins of the Royal Palace, protected by a 30 tonne door, the Princess House, the Main Temple with a small stone chiselled with 32 angles (though no one knows why) and the Temple of the Three Windows symbolising the three worlds of Andean cosmology.

The Incas worshipped many gods - mountains, lightning, rainbow, earth, moon - but most important to them was the Sun God, at the heart of

farming cycles and religious rituals. The Temple of the Sun has a semi-circular tower where on the solstice, the first rays of the sun are in perfect alignment with the altar. It’s no wonder Machu Picchu has a special aura in the early morning when there’s time to sit and stare and only the dawn chorus disturbs the peace.

It’s bitterly cold, crowds are few and as the peaks slowly creep out of the shadows, the ritual stone of Intihuatana begins to glow, marking the spot where on the shortest day of the year, the Incas would ‘tie up the sun’ for fear it may not come back.

Llamas graze by the gate, orchids shed the morning dew and you can almost see the Virgins of the Sun shuffling along the old Inca walls.

By Solange Hando

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Transforming tech O ne of the most dramatic transformers is the aptly named Asus Eee Pad Transformer. At first glance it looks like any tablet computer: it’s the size of an iPad, runs Google’s Android operating system and does everything you’d expect a cutting-edge tablet computer to do. But if you’re willing to add another £50 to its £379 price, the Transformer will happily turn itself into a laptop.

The optional keyboard dock is enormously clever, and not just because it gives you proper keys to type on. There’s a second battery in there, which you can use to top-up the Transformer’s own battery or obtain longer battery life.

Attaching the dock gives you another 6.5 hours of useful working time, making the Transformer a capable netbook as well as a great tablet. If you don’t need the extra power, Asus also makes another transforming device: the Slider, a tablet with a full-sized slideout keyboard.

Asus isn’t the only firm thinking that tablets could double as laptops. There’s a wide range of iPad add-ons, including the impressive Zagg Keyboard Case. £80 will buy an aircraft-grade aluminium case that doubles as an iPad stand and proper keyboard. It’s more comfortable for prolonged typing than the on-screen keyboard and it keeps your tablet safe too.

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more powerful by the month, many models now rival laptops in their sheer processing power - so why not turn them into laptops too? That’s what Motorola decided to do with its Atrix. On its own, the Atrix is a powerful dual-core Android smartphone; team it up with the innovative Lapdock and it becomes a laptop.

The laptop is essentially a laptop without the brains: its familiar case includes a normal keyboard, trackpad and screen, but there’s no computer inside. That’s where your phone comes in: there’s a slot behind the screen where you park your Atrix, connecting it to the keyboard and screen and turning your phone into a credible netbook. If you’d rather put the phone at the centre of your home entertainment system, around £30 buys the multimedia dock for easy connections to monitors, flat-screen TVs and external peripherals, again, enabling you to make your Atrix resemble a traditional computer.

There are two problems with the Atrix’s Lapdock, though. The first is the price. At the time of writing it’s being offered online for £250-£350. The second is that the Atrix’s Android operating system wasn’t really designed to work on a desktop or laptop computer.

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The Asus Eee Transformer suffers from this too, but not as badly: its newer version of Android, Honeycomb, was specifically designed for use on big screens. Previous versions were designed for small mobile phone screens.

So is the transforming trend something you should embrace? If you fancy a tablet but like to do some typing, the Eee Pad Transformer is an excellent option and it’s priced competitively too. The Atrix is more of a niche product, though: while the phone itself is often free on reasonably priced contracts, the Lapdock is a fairly pricey add-on. New devices will appear soon, we’re sure: Asus is struggling to keep up with the demand for its Transformer, and where there’s a hit there’s usually a whole bunch of me-too machines following suit.

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Stockton on the Forest

In Days Gone By

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group of hard-working historians have put together a professional chronicle of their village.

The Stockton on the Forest and Hopgrove Local History Group’s labour of love took five years, including a vast amount of research.

The group’s 25 volunteers scoured parish records, called on members of the community for help and even conducted an archaeological dig – in which they discovered evidence of a Roman villa.

The history begins with the formation of the local landscape in the Ice Age, through to the Norman Conquest and creation of the Domesday book, and includes histories of the village school, shops and pubs, the annual carnival, the village’s cattle breeding centre and an article from a local newspaper, The Yorkshire Herald.

There is also a chapter on the village’s WI group, which was founded 70 years ago. The chapter mentions a founding member who is now in her 90s and still lives in the village.

An unusual point in the village’s history was the formation of the Stockton Rifles – when the population was only around 500 people.

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“We are all delighted with the results of this book and we hope the community will really enjoy it.” last the village saw of them for many years. It is said they enjoyed their time at the coast so much they were reluctant to come back!

Group spokesman Joy Moseley said: “We are all delighted with the results of this book and we hope the community will really enjoy it.

“There was a low point when we had done all the research, but were turned down for funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund. However, with some kind donations from the Parish Council, the City of York Ward Committee, mem-

bers and friends we were able to carry on.

“Thanks go to Chairman Terry Briggs for steering our group, Bobby Hughes, Editor, and Peter Bacon for the artwork and design. We’re also grateful for the huge support we received from York Council’s community archaeologist, Jon Kenny.”

The group has plenty of material to create a second book, when one of the intriguing subjects they hope to explore is the possibility of a Roman Road running through the village.

The book will be sold at a price of £7.99 (+ £1.00 P & P where applicable).

Copies are available from the History Group Secretary, at 98 The Village, Stockton on the Forest, YO32 9UW. Various outlets within the village stock it, including The Stores, the Barbican Bookshop, York, and through Pamela Richards Publishers at 4 Lancaster Way, YO30 5ZA. The ISBN Number is 978-0-9558822-4-1.

Any other enquiries can be made to Joy Moseley 01904 400309 or jmoseley@f2s.com.

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CARS To enJoy in your retirement you’ve worked hard, looked after the pennies and sacrificed your preferred choice of wheels for family cars. However, things are different now: the children have flown the nest, you’ve got time on your hands and more importantly more cash, so why not treat yourself to a new set of wheels? Here we take a look at five cars to suit five different needs...

The Grandparents Called Into Duty choice… Audi Q7

Retirement is the perfect time to take advantage of lower insurance premiums and empty roads (everyone else is at work), but the hard part is what to choose.

Our pick: 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel S Line, £47,290 A large part of enjoying retirement is the luxury of having time to lend a hand looking after your grandchildren. The thing is, little ones come with a lot of baggage, so you’ll need a car that can fit it all in. The Q7 is a great solution. Not only has it got acres of spaces, efficient diesel engine choices and a great specification, it’s also fabulous to drive.

The I’ve Got A Reputation To Uphold choice… BMW 5Series Our pick: 520d SE Touring, £31,830 The new 5 Series is a marked improvement on the out-going model. It not only looks better now the design has been toned down, but the engines are even more efficient. If

you’ve spent your life in the boardroom, you’ll know how good a BMW is and there’s no reason you shouldn’t enjoy a new one now. We’d go for the Touring (estate) version, which looks stunning and has plenty of room too. Just don’t go mad on the options list!

The I’ve Got To Have A Sportscar choice…

Jaguar XKR Our pick: XKR Coupe, £77,900 You’ve worked hard for it, so why not splash the cash on something that’ll make an impression at the golf club? We’d resist the urge to buy a Porsche 911 (despite the force being strong) and instead head for a Jag dealership. The XK-R is a cracking car to look at, great to drive and sounds incredible, but above all it’s comfortable. If you really want to blow the budget, find another £6k and opt for the convertible.

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Local Events 23 July - 4 September Summer Fun at NRM

We’re bursting with indoor and outdoor activities this summer, as we celebrate the return of Flying Scotsman. And there’s extended opening throughout the holidays: 9:30 - 18:00.

27 July Ryedale Music Festival Triple Concert at Castle Howard. 3 different

performers n 3 different locations inside the house. For more details please visit www.ryedalefestival.co.uk

30 July Walk Ten for Marie Curie Cancer Care Castle Howard. A twilight 10K walk to raise money for your local Marie Curie Nurses. Starts at 6.30pm Registration is £10.00 per person and includes a free T-Shirt.Participants are asked to raise at least £50 in sponsorship. For more information and to register visit www. mariecurie.org.uk/walkten or call 01254 85 50 50.

30 July Charity Market in aid of the Myasthenia Gravis Charity 9am4pm. Parliament Street, York

31 July The Huby and Sutton Show.

Starting at 9am in the beautiful parkland of Sutton Park Stately Home, Sutton on the Forest, by kind permission of Sir Reginald and Lady Sheffield. Attractions in 2011 will include: Show jumping, foxhounds, dressage, vintage vehicles parade, dog show, produce, handicrafts, scarecrows, floral art, agricultural, equestrian and children’s classes. www. hubyandsuttonshow.org.uk

31 July Burlesque Evening in aid of RSPCA

York. A new venture for us and being organised by a member of staff at the York Animal Home. The evening’s entertainment will include a performance from a Troupe of Burlesque Dancers, a magician and more. Entrance fee will be £10; there are limited seats available at £20 with a free glass of wine. The evening will be held at Marmadukes Hotel, 4 – 5 St. Peters Grove, Bootham, York YO30 6AQ. 7pm until late.

Tickets can be purchased at York Animal Home, Landing Lane, York.

1-31 August Flying Scotsman Returns to NRM. 10am every morning. Don’t miss the chance to see the iconic Flying Scotsman on display at the Museum this summer.

Fresh from her recent restoration, enjoy a programme of family activities including related craft activities, a Scotsman trail and daily talks. Flying Scotsman will be operating on the mainline in 2011. For further details check www.flyingscotsman. org.uk in the coming months. Please note dates and activities could be subject to

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3 August Rural Games at the Yorkshire Museum of Farming. Come out to

play! Join us for a fun day of traditional rural jollity: play at skittles, hopscotch, ratthrowing (the toy kind!) and other timeless rural games. Why not join in our gurning competition?!

4 August Late Night Opening at RSPCA York. We will open from 5-8pm. Please

come along and look around the animal home and talk to the staff about any of our animals. If you are a registered dog walker then you could give one of our dogs the treat of a short evening walk.

9 August Made in Yorkshire Craft and Produce Market at Castle Howard.

Over 20 stalls selling a mix of handmade crafts and delicious local produce in the Stable Courtyard. Open from 10-4.00pm with free admission.

10 and 17 August Teddy Bears Picnic at the Yorkshire

Museum of Farming. If you go down to Murton today you’re sure of lots of surprises! Bring along your favourite teddy, visit the Three Bears’ house to hear the story of Goldilocks, and take part in a bear hunt. To miss this would be unbearable.

from pop and acoustic to jazz, blues and ska. Comedy, theatre and offbeat performances at the night cabaret, films, family camping and clean loos too! One of the best weekends of the year, and one of the best-priced too with adult weekend tickets just £60. It’s organic, fair trade and green, and all proceeds go to charity.

Don’t miss it!

27 August Night Time Safari at Castle Howard

Arboretum 7pm - 10pm. Discover the Arboretum at night! See and hear bats flying, capture and identify moths and step into the twilight world of mammals and creepy crawlies! All ages welcome. For more information visit www.kewatch.co.uk

28 - 29 August A Medieval Bank Holiday Event

at Castle Howard. This year our popular Children’s Weekend has a Medieval theme with a Horse stunt rider performance.

Plus, Jousting, Falconry, Archery and the little ones can be knights or princesses for a day! This event is included in your admission to Castle Howard

28 and 29 August Bank Holiday Special at the Yorkshire Museum of Farming.

A fun-packed bank holiday weekend with passenger trips on the Derwent Valley Light Railway, as well as tractor rides. With cowboys taking over our fort and Vikings in the village there won’t be a dull moment.

11 August Wigginton & Haxby WI Meeting.

29 August Golden Era Motorcycle Run

12 August River Foss Society Walk. Morning

3 September Charity Fun day at Battle Flatts Veterinary Clinic, 2 Buttercrambe

The topic for the meeting will be Wire Garden Sculpture. The speaker will be Sue Nicholls.The competition: An Indoor Plant.

walk around Stillington, taking in part of the the Foss Walk and including a talk on Stillington Mill, led by John Sparrow and Michael Turvey. Further details can be found on the Society’s website www. riverfosssociety.cuo.uk or by telephoning June Card 01904 766196.

16 August Charity Stall at York Hospital in

aid of RSPCA York. For the first time we have the opportunity to run the charity stall at York Hospital which many people will have seen and perhaps supported for other charities

26, 27 & 28 August The Forest of Galtres Festival

at Crayke, near York YO61 4TQ. Who needs Glastonbury when Yorkshire’s got Galtres? Just seven years old, Galtres Festival is one of the best family festivals in the country. Combining five stages of music and cabaret, more than 100 fine beers and ciders all from Yorkshire (from Black Sheep Ale to Ampleforth Abbey Cider), excellent local produce catering (from Whitby Scampi to Yorkshire Puds), loads for kids to do from film making to music workshops, and all set in a beautiful rural setting overlooking the Vale of York.

Music ranges from top chart-topping bands to local emerging talent, ranging

at Yorkshire Air Museum 10am. An impressive gathering of pre 1930’s motorcycles who will gather for a run out and return for a display to the public.

Road, Stamford Bridge, YO41 1AN. 12pm - 4pm. Battle Flatts Sponsored Dog/Puppy Walk. (See our website for further details at www. battleflatts.co.uk) Falconry UK, Leaping Lizards, Ryedale Wildlife Demonstration, Caring for Cats Challenge - “Fill the Van” Great prizes to be won, Bouncy Castle, Refreshments.

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4-6 August West Side Story

The world’s greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmark Broadway musical. Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City, as two young idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the American Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heartwrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time.

9-20 August Legally Blonde The Musical

Based on the hit movie starring Reese

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august 2011 • issue 71 Witherspoon, this critically acclaimed new musical is created by a top-of-their-class creative team, led by Tony Award-winning director and Olivier Award-nominated choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray). College sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods doesn’t take no for an answer. So when her boyfriend, Warner, dumps her for someone serious, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and heads for Harvard Law School. Legally Blonde The Musical will take you from the social whirl of California Campus life to Harvard’s Halls of Justice with the brightest new heroine (and of course, her Chihuahua, Bruiser).

York Theatre Royal Box office: 01904 623568

29 July - 3 September J. M. Barrie’s Peter Pan Join Wendy, John and Michael

Darling as they re-count their wonderful, action packed adventures in Neverland. Stories of Lost Boys, Indians, Mermaids, Crocodiles and Pirates unfold before your eyes in a magical land, free from grown-up rules. The enchanting story of the boy who refuses to grow up is given sparkle and soul in this new adaptation by Mike Kenny (who also adapted The Railway Children and The Wind in the Willows) and promises to be fun for all the family.

Blood Donor Sessions 8 August

Wigginton Recreation Centre 2-4pm and 5-7;pm

12 August

Thursday 25th August 11am to 4pm Willow House Farm Shop and Café Wigginton Road, York, YO32 2RH Lots of stalls with local hand made crafts Novelties & Gifts. Free Parking Café serving Snacks, Meals Teas & Coffee Come and join us browse around the stalls, gift shop, fresh food, vegetables, meats Fresh made cakes & buns.

Safe outside eating & play area.

Myasthenia Gravis Charity No 1046443 Profits to the York Hospital Neurological & Respiratory Departments, to buy equipment.

Haxby & Wigginton in Transition

For more information call Lyn 01904 766822 Ron 01904 679939 mob 07715 943 406 or email; ron.middlemass@o2.co.uk

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Saturday, 30 July 2011 Share surplus seeds CREATING CO-OPERATIVE COMMUNITY

CREATING CO-OPERATIVE COMMUNITY

...to the York Branch of the Myasthenia Gravis Association for being awarded the Jon Newsom-Davies Shield for Bring your surplus or just come along and 2011.

The award is in recognition of their share some of ours if you haven’t any yourself commitment in supporting the work of – there is always more than enough for all.

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Wigginton Recreation Hall, Bring your surplus or just come along and share some of ours if you haven‛t any yourself – there is always more than enough for all The Village Hear how ABUNDANCE help people their fruit 2.30 - with 3.30pm picking in York each autumn Topical speaker and/or activity at Saturday, 5 March 2011 2.30pm Haxby & Wigginton Methodist Church

ALL ARE WELCOME ALL ARE WELCOME 10.45 - 11.45 am Lounge (entry at side) Talk by David Broughton of Abundance,

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by Creating CoWe hope to move towards Greater sharing and co-operation; more locally grown food; operative Community in Haxby and Better use of resources; a lower carbon community; less dependence on expensive oil Wigginton Who are we?

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Meet mid September to the end of April each Thursday ALL ARE evening WELCOME at 7:30pm at the Quaker House is located to the rear of the 10.45 -Meeting 11.45 am Lounge (entry atwhich side) Folk Hall car park, New Earswick.

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Flaxton Road, Strensall £685,000

Hawthorne Mews, Strensall £450,000

Earswick Chase, Earswick £375,000

Poplars Close, Stockton-on-the-Forest £415,000

Dalby Mead, Huntington £240,000

Chatsworth Avenue, Strensall £229,950

Vesper Walk, Huntington £219,950

Kestrel Wood Way, Huntington £210,000

Ryemoor Road, Haxby £210,000

Castle Close, Wigginton £174,950

Whitethorn Close, Huntington £145,000

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