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As you can see from this month’s cover, the Handy Mag is pleased to be sponsoring a local football team this season. My husband convinced me that this was a good idea despite my not being a football fan – I think it’s his humming of the Match of the Day theme tune that has put me off! But it’s great to be a supporter of the team and I hope their new kit brings them lots of luck!

I’ve been hearing so much about social media lately: how great it is, how awful it is, how our teenagers are going to be unable to hold conversations face to face, it’s the end of the world etc etc. I’d like to think that I am taking part in this revolution - the Handy Mag (@Handymag) has 555 followers on twitter and I have daily updates on cupcakes and the weather on the Yorkshire Wolds - but I haven’t really worked out how to use it all properly yet. Should I tweet about my tea? Undoubtedly social media is amazing! It is here to stay and I intend to get to grips with it!

We will be tweeting about local events, business news and local groups and will also be updating our Facebook page. As well as settling down with a nice cup of tea to read your Handy Mag this week, please follow us or like us to keep up with what’s happening in the area.

With my daughter studying ‘A’ level History this year and the First World War, I have been reminded about Remembrance Day. I somehow associate the day with wars past but it is as much about current war veterans and their families.

Wear that poppy with pride this November. A list of local Remembrance Day services and parades is on page 10.

Congratulations to Chris Stevens of Helmsley for winning the September competition.

Until next month…

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THIS MONTH’S FEATURES ANIMALS Chronicles of Alfie.............................................. 50 BUSINESS FEATURES Range Repairs..................................................... 6 And to the tax man I bequeath.......................... 20 Learn how to make your business work hard..... 23 Creating new beginnings................................... 28 Every door is different........................................ 40 Working wonders in colour................................ 47 International Centre for Birds of Prey.................. 56 COMMUNITY Pickering Knights............................................... 30 Pickering Preschool Playgroup.......................... 32 Andy Boxall’s column......................................... 58 Kirkbymoorside Environment Group.................. 60 Soroptomist International................................... 62 What’s on.......................................................... 68 FOOD AND DRINK Butternut squash & fresh ginger soup................ 42 GENERAL Why the poppy.................................................. 10 A good read...................................................... 34 Ella’s column..................................................... 52 HEALTH Tooth clenching and its treatment...................... 25 HOMES AND GARDENS On Your Plot...................................................... 54 MOTORING Winter Tyres....................................................... 19 PUZZLES Puzzle Page...................................................... 12 Competition....................................................... 36

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On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918, the First World War ended and civilians wanted to remember those who had given their lives for peace and freedom. Nowadays, we are all familiar with the poppy as a symbol of remembrance and a way to raise funds to support veterans. But how did the iconic flower make the journey from the fields to our lapels?

It all began with Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, a Canadian physician who fought in Flanders. In May 1915 his friend was killed in action. Looking at the poppies growing alongside his grave moved McCrae to write the poem ‘In Flanders Fields’.

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remembrance came from an American professor and YWCA worker, Moina Michael, in 1918. She wrote a poem in reply to McCrae’s called ‘We Shall Keep the Faith’ and started to sell silk poppies. The idea was adopted by the American Legion in 1920.

In 1921, Anna E Guerin started making artificial poppies in France and gained the support of Field Marshal Douglas Haig, founder of the Royal British Legion.

The first poppy appeal was held on Armistice Day 1921. It was hugely popular and, despite a recommended selling price of threepence per poppy, single petals sold for £5. In all, the appeal raised £106,000 – that equates to almost £30 million in today’s money!

Did you know that there is also a purple poppy? It commemorates the animals that have been victims of war and raises money for Animal Aid. Give your support and wear your poppy with pride this November.

RYEDALE REMEMBRANCE SERVICES & PARADES HELMSLEY Sunday 10 November Helmsley Royal British Legion Service of Remembrance will be held at the War Memorial located at All Saints Church at 10.55am, followed by a service in the church.

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THORNTON LE DALE Sunday 10 November Royal British Legion Service of Remembrance at the Parish Church. Assemble outside The Hill Institute in Thornton at 10.45am for a short service and placing of wreaths.

Monday 11 November Meet at 10.55am for 11am start, at the top of Market Place at the corner of Burgate for a mini service.

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MOTORING Winter Tyres

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Last November I had to hire a car in Switzerland, and I was amazed at the handling of the little vehicle and the confidence I felt behind the wheel, in what can only be described as less-than-ideal weather conditions - for that read snow, snow and more snow. I mentioned it to the Swiss friend I was visiting. She looked astonished, ‘It’s the winter tyres,’ she said matter-of-factly. ‘We always wonder why British people don’t use them.’

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Many, many thanks go to neighbours, Malton & Norton Rugby Club, who offered the use of two of their changing rooms enabling the club to fulfil their fixtures for 2013. The club plans to build a new pavilion but will need to apply for grants and will be required to raise a significant contribution themselves. Their first major fundraising event is a concert by the Band Huge.

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• Make sure the bedroom isn’t too hot • Exercise for at least thirty minutes each day, but not too close to bedtime • Follow a relaxing routine – deep breathing, aromatherapy and massage all ease tension • Listen to white noise or relaxation CDs • Take a warm bath or shower Avoid • Try not to work on anything for at least an hour before going to bed • Napping in the afternoon or evenings will hamper your chances of getting a good night’s sleep • Don’t drink anything within two hours of bedtime and always

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But what happens when boys reach the age of 16?

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Matches are usually at played Lady Lumley’s and the team has had a good start to the season playing in the Newitts.com league division 2. The team are coached by experienced, FA Qualified coach Gary Dawson and off the field duties are looked after by Barry Hood. Barry brought his son to Pickering Town Juniors in 1996, became the secretary at the club the following year and has been involved ever since.

Here at the Handy Mag, we’d like to wish Pickering Knights best of luck for this season in their smart new kit!

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The hall provides a great space for many different kinds of play and a covered outdoor area, means fresh air and outside play are available whatever the weather.

As with many other preschools, nurseries and schools, Pickering PreSchool follows the Early Years Foundation Stage which ensures that children learn and develop well and are kept healthy and safe.

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assess and then plan for the next step in your child’s learning.”

Pickering Pre-School is open Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays from 9.10 - 11.40am.

There are a number of other drop-in sessions at Hallgarth that can help children feel comfortable as part of the pre-school family from a young age.

The Stay and Play session on Tuesdays from 9.45 – 11.15am is a baby/toddler and parent/carer session.

Children can take part in craft activities, music and singing, small world play, dressing up and role playing and enjoy the extensive outdoor facilities, all led by friendly and qualified staff. It is also a great chance to get out of the house and meet and chat with other parents and carers.

The Baby Bear Club is aimed at parents and children aged 0 – 18 months. The group is held in the back room of the parish hall from 9.30 til 11am every Friday morning (term time only).

The pre-school is run by a hard-working group of volunteers who are constantly on the look-out for new committee members as without a committee and a chairperson the pre-school cannot run. Help with fundraising is also essential. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Amy Hadden (Chairperson) on the number below.

For more information about current availability for your child at Pickering Pre-School Playgroup, please call 07910 147095, email 536664@nyey.co.uk or send a message on Facebook or simply drop into the Stay and Play or Baby Bear Club.

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A GOOD READ

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Charlotte’s Web

Unless you have been living under a rock for the last few months, then you will know that there is actually no such person as Robert Galbraith: Galbraith is really JK Rowling.

Much has been made in the press of Rowling’s ‘secret’ authorship of a crime novel.

The key question, however, should be ‘is it any good?’ And the answer is a resounding ‘yes’.

For some readers, the very title of this book brings a lump to the throat.

From the first line ‘Where’s Papa going with that axe?’ to the last, it is beautifully told and instantly memorable. The story of Fern’s relationship with Wilbur, the runt she saves from her father’s axe, and of Wilbur’s relationship with Charlotte, the spider who convinces the world that Wilbur is ‘some pig’, the tale rewards reading and re-reading.

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While Rowling was understandably angry that her cover was blown by some careless gossip, the fact that this shot the book to the top of the bestseller charts undoubtedly widened its potential audience.

Even before this, however, the story had been critically acclaimed by a range of fellow crime writers, and it is easy to see why. Cormoran Strike, the central character, fits well alongside the range of eclectic private detectives that populate the genre. An army veteran, with a chequered past, physically and mentally scarred by his experiences, he is believable and likeable from the start. We know enough to keep us guessing, but never fully get inside his head. The supporting characters are equally well drawn – Robin, his receptionist and almost- assistant, acts as an ideal foil – and the setting is given careful treatment.

By chance, I read the book whilst staying in London, close to Strike’s fictional office on Denmark Street, and was almost able to trace his steps at times.

The novel itself is well plotted – again, no surprise – and moves at a strong pace as Strike investigates the death of Lula Landry, model and style icon. Strike’s own past is explored through hints and flashes, which contrast with the celebrity haunts of Landry and her associates, adding an interesting counterpoint.

Many reviewers have claimed that Rowling’s authorship is obvious here, but I would disagree, and had I not known, I would not have guessed. In any case it is immaterial.

Cormoran Strike is a million miles away from Harry Potter, and the audience for each book is completely different. This is crime fiction, well plotted, engaging and leaving you in immediate hope for a return of Strike.

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Like all the best stories, the central message of Charlotte’s Web is the power of language. Charlotte really is ‘a true friend and a good writer’ both at once. For young readers, it also shows some of the realities of life and of growing up – the comic scenes involving Templeton the rat, for example, and Fern’s brother Avery, are interspersed with some harsh messages.

If you can, track down an edition with Garth Williams’ illustrations, which complement the story perfectly. And try not to give away the ending as you read aloud – but be careful to have some tissues to hand.

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Buy a gift...Christmas is not far away and it is always a busy time for the rescue, so we will be very busy fundraising in the lead up to the festive period. If you are looking for unique Christmas presents and would like to support us then why not consider buying one of our fabulous 2014 calendars that feature some of the dogs we rescued this year. Alternatively you could sponsor one of our permanent residents for just £25 a year. For further information visit our website http://www.ryedaledogrescue.com/ or if you would like to order a calendar or sponsor pack email us at ryedaledogrescue@yahoo.co.uk Volunteer with us...We are always looking for new volunteers to help us with fundraising, whether you can help with a stall at a Christmas market or maybe make us some crafts or cakes to sell.

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RECENT EVENTS: Auction of Promises - We would like to thank all those who donated auction lots, everyone who came along and bid on the night and Angus from Ryedale Auctioneers for helping us to raise over £3,000 - THANK YOU! COMING EVENTS: November 7th, Quiz night at The Sun Inn, Pickering from 7.30pm. Please come along and join us for a fun evening with all proceeds going to Ryedale Dog Rescue.

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CHRONICLES IN THE LIFE OF ALFIE PART 4 AN ALTERNATIVE VIEW OF A DAY IN PRACTICE.

ALFIE GOES ON HOLIDAY Today I don’t like Phil!

It all began a week ago when Phil announced excitedly that he had booked to go camping in France. I did not share in his enthusiasm, as I knew this meant I would be spending the week abandoned in the kennels or ‘doggy holidays’ as Phil referred to it! Little did he know it was far from a holiday for me being cooped up all day with the other miserable hounds.

On Phil’s return, I would be expected to appear all excited to see him and share in his happiness. He would not even notice the trauma I had endured or the fact that I could do with a holiday!

This time though, Phil explained I would be coming with him. I was so excited as I had never been abroad before and judging by Phil’s mood and suntan when he returned I had always thought ‘holiday’ was a place I might like to visit. Besides being anywhere with Phil was going to be better than going to kennels!

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enthusiasm, as he didn’t seem to understand me.

He mistook this as me looking forward to France and enduring what ever was necessary to get there.

‘Good dog’ he said patting my head. I groaned and lay down looking up at him with heavy eyes. I loved Phil but sometimes he was just so STUPID. We arrived at the vets and poor unsuspecting me, trotted in happily behind Phil, unaware of the things to be bestowed on me. I started to realise that it was not going to be a normal day when instead of turning left to the vets office we turned right, to the consulting room. I knew I was in trouble when Phil closed the door behind us and turned to me with what he obviously thought was a reassuring face.

I knew if he was making ‘that’ face at me, then something most unpleasant was about to happen.

Apparently, so Phil was telling me, I needed a pet passport to travel within the EU and to get one, I needed to have a Rabies Vaccination, a microchip and receive a tapeworm treatment.

I was mortified. Did I look like the kind of dog to have rabies or tapeworm? Phil then said I might as well have a flea treatment for good measure.

Luckily I already had a microchip. Phil said I had had it done when I was castrated. I did not know what that word meant but it sounded very important and made me feel very manly!

Phil was still talking despite me pulling my ‘I’m not listening face.’

‘Right Alfie this rabies vaccination needs to be given 21 days before we travel so you need it now’ he bent down and tickled my ears, then he stuck the vaccination into my scruff. He gave me a handful of biscuits and told me I could have my flea and tapeworm treatment closer to the time of our holiday. Still chance to hide before then I thought whilst making a hasty retreat to his desk.

What I didn’t know was I would have to have another tapeworm treatment in France before I was allowed back into the country, but that is another story.

I have now decided to teach Phil a lesson and will ignore him until teatime!

For more information on taking your pets abroad please speak to your Veterinary Surgeon. You can also follow Alfie’s adventures by liking him on the Station House Vets Facebook page.

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ON CINEMA “Cinema is truth at 24 frames per second,” says Jean-Luc Godard, director extraordinaire, and of course he’s quite right.

There is no story-telling that can really compare to the wonders of the screen, even books, though they allow you to fabricate the story yourself, can only be enjoyed alone. Films however, are a communal learning experience, a showcase of the extent of human imagination.

Now that our beautiful long summer evenings are getting shorter and darker by the day, it’s just about the time of year to put away the barbecue, and bring out the DVD player. This month in particular is going to be a fantastic time to do so, thanks to a lengthy list of highly rated films due to come out in November, no sunshine required.

Coming out on the 1st, Cutie and the Boxer, a film/documentary following a Japanese couple living in New York, which tells the story of their marriage, their art, and what it means to express your identity.

Also on the 1st, Philomena stars Judi Dench and Steve Coogan, as he -a struggling journalistpicks up the story of the Irish woman’s search for her long-lost son. The journey takes them to the USA, and some long-forgotten secrets are uncovered along the way.

Gravity, an exciting prospect for sci-fi and thriller fans, is due to be released on the 8th, with Sandra Bullock and George Clooney portraying astronauts stuck adrift in space after a terrible accident.

Apparently it is one of the best space films ever made, and going by its record break in the US box office, I wouldn’t be surprised.

Perhaps one of the most anticipated films of the year, The Hunger Games sequel: Catching Fire comes out on 21st of November, with the next chapter in the dramatic dystopian saga.

The 29th of November sees Carrie reincarnated. A remake of the 70s film, from the Stephen King novel, the new version has Chloe Grace Moretz as the telekinetic protagonist, and promises horror and carnage.

Not to mention great TV series reappearing, such as the Doctor Who 50th anniversary on the 23rd, and the premier of Almost Human.

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ON YOUR PLOT If you are anything like me you will spend ages drooling over pictures of bushes dripping with blackcurrants or gooseberries, trees laden with apples, or bowls full of luscious raspberries but struggle to get to grips with the realities of production on your own plot!

JOBS FOR NOVEMBER • Start to harvest parsnips after the first frosts.

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Trees such as apple or plum might be grafted onto a variety of different rootstocks - this sounds complicated but all you really need to know is what effect this will have on the final size of the tree. If you have limited space it is possible to buy dwarf varieties some of which can even be suitable for container growing. Pollination is also an important consideration, some varieties are self-fertile and do not need a pollinator, while others may require another variety planted close by to act as a pollinator.

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September saw the arrival of some young birds bred at our sister centre in Gloucestershire. Two young Lanner Falcons, a stunning Steppe Eagle and the most delightful young Burrowing Owl are all making their debuts on the flying team.

As the leaves fall off the trees and the nights draw in we are busy preparing for our Winter Owl Evenings. Starting at 7pm pre-booked visitors will be welcomed with a glass of mulled wine before heading off for a tour of the owl aviaries by torchlight. The owls are always some of our most popular residents, but you only really get to appreciate them when you go into their world; the darkness.

We will fly some of our tiny owls in Christmas Tree Cottage, lit by candles and the lights from a couple of Christmas trees; this is going to be magical. A warming supper follows and then on to the main event. We head out to the flying ground to fly the

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WHAT’S IN A NAME? Our monthly column by Andy Boxall, Minister of Elim Ryedale Church

What’s in a name? Do they matter? Perhaps one of the most important decisions a parent can make is to choose the name for their baby; after all once chosen, they are stuck with it for life. No pressure!!

Hours can be given to researching names and hoping their meaning will reflect the aspirations that parents have for their children. When you consider what names mean they can be either very amusing or just unfortunate like the name ‘Kennedy’: Originally from the Gaelic meaning ‘ugly head’. Others are, of course, true...for example ‘Andrew’ meaning ‘Manly, strong, courageous, warrior!’ Why can I hear you laughing??

There is even a league to reflect the ever-changing popularity of boys’ and girls’ names. I was very surprised to discover three Biblical names in the current top five boy’s names: Noah (1), Isaac (4) and Jacob (5) and I couldn’t help but wonder why. Why, when names in the Bible teach us how we can relate to God? I wonder if parents know what they really mean...

Noah is number one on the list. God saved Noah, his family and at least two of every animal from the flood, by telling Noah to build an Ark to keep them safe. I can hardly imagine the sounds and smells that must have filled the Ark! Noah means ‘rest’ or ‘to comfort’ and by putting his trust in God, Noah was able to provide rest and comfort to his family and the animals during the forty days of rain.

Isaac was Abraham’s son, promised by God even though Abraham and Sarah were too old to have children. Isaac means ‘he laughs’ and this is exactly what his mum, Sarah, did when she heard God telling Abraham that they were going to have a baby.

Yet, Sarah had a baby and God proved He was able to do the impossible and so perhaps we shouldn’t laugh at Him? Jacob was Isaac’s son and the father of Joseph, not Joseph the Father of Jesus, but Joseph the one who had a multi-coloured coat! Jacob, a deceiver by name and by nature, had a twin brother born first.

Through deception Jacob stole his older brother’s birth right, his inheritance and blessing. Then Jacob met God, and was literally transformed over night.

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The group formed in 2005 to champion the principles of the Transition movement (Kirkby became a Transition Town in 2007), which, in a nutshell, means working towards a thriving local community less dependent on fossil fuels. So over the years we have worked on a range of projects to promote things like local production of energy and food, re-use of unwanted materials, and low energy transport. We started twice-yearly Give and Take Days, where people can bring unwanted goods or find things that they need – all for free.

With other local groups we also set up the Children’s Green Building Project, which gained environmentallyfriendly accommodation for the local playgroup when it was threatened with closure. We’ve also set up the Kirkbymoorside & District Energy Society, a co-operative that uses solar panels to create clean electricity, and which is now looking for more investors and more roofs! Then there’s our lotteryfunded thermal imaging camera, which our volunteers can help anyone in Kirkby to use, free of charge, to find out where heat is escaping from their homes in cold weather so they can plan efficient insulation. At the moment we’re right in the thick of apple-picking and juicing in our Kirkby Fruit Pickers project: we pick unwanted fruit that would otherwise fall off and rot in people’s gardens, and use it to raise funds for community groups and projects in the Kirkby area.

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RYEDALE • NOVEMBER 2013 • ISSUE 94 Over recent years we have fundraised for charities such as Water Aid, Ryedale Special Families, The Karen Hill Tribes in Thailand and Music Therapy to name a few. We have had lots of fun along the way too: organising concerts, a Strawberry and Pimm’s party, Bridge evenings and wine tastings.

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The full colour publication was funded by Malton Community Interest Company to help celebrate the 300th anniversary of the Fitzwilliam Estate’s involvement with the market town. The book explores the lives and times of the early owners of the estate and looks at aristocratic dynasties alongside stalwart, memorable business owners and town characters.

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RYEDALE WALKING GROUP

Ryedale Walking Group (affiliated to the Ramblers Association), is a well established group with over 70 members. RWG walks all year round at weekends, locally and throughout Yorkshire.

Most of our weekend walks are 5-12 miles long.

In addition, during the summer months we have weekday evening walks of around 5-6 miles. We also organise short walking breaks for our members and some challenge walks throughout the year.

New members are welcome to join us any time.

We have a modest annual membership fee of £5 to cover insurance and expenses. The social side of our group is important too, so we regularly dine out, visit tearooms and pubs. We look in churches and at anything of architectural interest. Our members enjoy a 10% discount at two local walking shops. Full details of our walks programme can be found on our website at www.ryedalewalkinggroup.btck.co.uk or email Phil@yorkshirewalker.co.uk

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FOSTER HOMES WANTED

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escue dogs come in all shapes and sizes and for many different reasons, but they all have one thing in common, they need kind and loving homes.

Some of our dogs find homes within days whilst others take a few weeks and in some cases months to rehome. We are looking for special people who are willing to open their hearts and homes to our dogs while they are waiting for their forever homes. If you have a secure garden, no young children and are at home to look after a dog we would love to hear from you. Fostering should be fun, you can foster as often as you wish providing we have a suitable dog for you. Most of our fosterers prefer to take a break between fostering and that is fine with us. The reward of helping a poor unloved dog feel confident and secure is wonderful, it may be upsetting when your foster dog leaves you but believe me it is worth it. They will never forget your kindness!

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Please help us to keep our dogs out of kennels and bring kindness into their lives, possibly for the first time ever.

For more information on fostering or dogs needing home, our events or how you can help please visit our website: www.yorkshire-coast-dog-rescue.com or contact us on:

07583 269614 Email: ycdogrescue@btinternet.com

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FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE 8 NOVEMBER

7.15pm at Norton College.

Commencing with the parade of standards, followed by Malton White Star Band , The Kirkham Henry Singers and The York Boys & Girls Brigade Band.

After the interval, a raffle will be drawn, and there will be more from the Bands, followed by a service of remembrance.

RYEDALE FOLK MUSEUM CRAFT COURSES 11 NOVEMBER

10.00am -12.30pm

Mini Rag Rug Wreaths 18 NOVEMBER

10.30am – 1.00pm

Stars and Snowflakes Glass Decorations 25 NOVEMBER

10.30am – 1.00pm

Make your own Natural Wreath To book call the number below or email emma@ ryedalefolkmuseum.co.uk For further information on all events and for details of craft courses see www. ryedalefolkmuseum.co.uk or telephone 01751 417367

MALTON FOOD LOVERS’ MARKET 9 NOVEMBER 2013

9am to 3pm Game on! Feeling the need to wrap up warm and indulge in hot, tasty comfort food? Look no further for that rich, substantial, comforting gamey meat to drive the cold away. www.welovemalton.co.uk

CASTLE HOWARD www.castlehoward.co.uk Visitor information on 01653 648333 8 NOVEMBER NSPCC Christmas Fair

9.30am – 3.30pm Over 50 stalls selling a wide range of gifts perfect for Christmas fill the House. All proceeds go directly to the NSPCC and each year the fair raises over £30,000 for the charity. Tickets £7

10 NOVEMBER Wedding Open Day

11am – 3pm Meet our professional wedding team and a handful of our carefully selected wedding suppliers and discover Yorkshire’s most romantic venue, dressed for a civil ceremony and wedding breakfast. Pre-register at www. castlehoward.co.uk to receive complimentary admission

16 NOVEMBER Premium Monumental Tour

10.00am This all-day event begins with a circuit tour that takes in the Avenue, Gatehouse, Mock Fortifications, Pyramid, Mausoleum, and Temple with exclusive access to these buildings, followed by lunch and access to the Castle Howard archives. Tickets £60.00

23 NOVEMBER – 22 DECEMBER Christmas at Castle Howard

See Castle Howard in all its festive glory and take in the magical Christmas atmosphere of the candlelit House. There will be yuletide entertainment, festive foods and gifts, plus prebook a fireside audience with Father Christmas at weekends (charges apply).Usual admission prices apply

WEEKENDS FROM SATURDAY 23RD NOVEMBER – 22ND DECEMBER A Fireside Audience with Father Christmas

Join Father Christmas and his wizard friend for festive stories, singing and magic tricks in front of a roaring fire in the Grecian Hall. £12 per child, accompanying adults usual admission prices apply.

23RD, 24TH, 25TH NOVEMBER & 9TH, 10TH, 15TH, 16TH, 19TH DECEMBER Christmas Courtyard Craft & Produce Markets 10am – 4pm With over 20 stalls, our Christmas markets sell an array of handmade gifts and local produce perfect for the festive season. Stop by our gift shops, farm shop or plant centre too and pick up that extra something special. Free admission

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Box Office open Tues - Fri 10am-2pm Telephone: 01439 771700 The Old Meeting House, Helmsley YO62 5DW

2 NOVEMBER NT Live presents Frankenstein (recorded) 7pm. National Theatre Live’s 2011 broadcast of Frankenstein returns to cinemas as part of the National Theatre’s 50th anniversary celebrations.

3 NOVEMBER Piano Recital - Piers Lane London-based Australian pianist Piers Lane has a flourishing international career, which has taken him to more than forty countries. Tonight this highly-acclaimed pianist will play Chopin’s Nocturnes (complete) in a candlelit hall.

8 NOVEMBER The Glenn Miller Legacy: The Northern Showtime Orchestra

Glenn Miller was an American big band musician, arranger, composer and bandleader in the swing era of the early 1940s. His band, with its unique jazz sound, is the most popular and soughtafter big band in the world today and the greatest hits from his civilian and USAF bands, re-created from original recordings, are all performed live by this outstanding eightpiece orchestra.

9 NOVEMBER Call Mr Robeson - A Life with Songs

Paul Robeson was a famous actor, singer and civil rights campaigner. Tayo Aluko revives this overlooked figure in this compelling tour-de-force performance. This rollercoaster journey through Robeson’s life shows how he was disowned and ignored, even by leaders of the civil rights movement.

14 & 15 NOVEMBER 1812 Youth Theatre Presents: Ghost Writer

Jeffrey and Belinda are just about to type the last word of their new play when a full range of characters come to life and start to enact parts the authors can no longer control. A ghost writer lends a hand. As the play draws to a close, the writers find themselves totally embroiled in the action and only the ghost’s ironical laughter is left for a grand finale!

Written by Nick Warburton. One other play will also be performed.

16 NOVEMBER North Country Theatre presents The Lost World

“There’s many a man who never tells his adventures for he can’t hope to be believed.” So said Lord John Roxton. But seeing is believing, and when the infamous Professor Challenger declares the existence of a pre-historic plateau hidden in the Amazon jungle, Roxton and his fellow explorers approach the adventure with private motives, the wonders and terrors of the place draw them together as they are forced to confront the UNBELIEVABLE!

17 & 25 NOVEMBER RSC Live : Richard II

Starring David Tennant.

The first ever cinema broadcast from the stage of the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Richard is King, ordained by God to lead his people. But he is also a man whose vanity threatens to divide the great houses of England and drag his people into a dynastic civil war that will last 100 years. NT Live

20 NOVEMBER The Habit of Art

Benjamin Britten, sailing uncomfortably close to the wind with his new opera, Death in Venice, seeks advice from his former collaborator and friend, W H Auden. During this imagined meeting, their first for twenty-five years, they are observed and interrupted by, amongst others, their future biographer and a young man from the local bus station.

NT Live’s 2010 broadcast of Alan Bennett’s acclaimed play The Habit of Art, returns as part of their 50th anniversary celebrations.

21 NOVEMBER Bob Dylan & The Poetry of The Blues: An Evening with Michael Gray

Lively presenter Michael Gray, author of definitive studies of Bob Dylan, uses great recordings and rare footage with wit and style to show how hugely Dylan has been inspired by the Blues, and how much of its remarkable, under-

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attended poetry has been smuggled inside Dylan’s highly influential writing.

22 NOVEMBER Teechers By John Godber

Join Gail, Hobby and Salty, three fifth form students who, through their end of term play, tell the hilarious story of an idealistic new teacher in his perilous first days inside a local comprehensive school. The three cast members effortlessly transform into a vast array of other characters in this contemporary classic.

23 NOVEMBER Graffiti Classics

16 strings, 8 dancing feet and 4 voices with 1 aim: to make classical music wickedly funny and fantastically exhilarating for everyone, young and old.

Graffiti Classics bursts the elitist boundaries of the traditional string quartet with its hilarious all-singing all-dancing musical comedy show.

29 NOVEMBER Kirkbymoorside Town Brass Band

Make a start to Christmas in the company of one our finest local brass bands, whose origins can be traced back more than a 160 years. The band has enjoyed a long period of success, maintaining a high standard of playing over the years with many notable contest victories. Under the expert baton of Bandmaster John Woodward the band will be playing a selection of festive tunes and carols.

30 NOVEMBER Blast from the Past presents A Victorian Christmas

A festive exploration, through

music, song, stories and drama, of the Yuletide our ancestors would have known.

Three talented actor-musicians bring a variety of seasonal fare from the days of Dickens and Hardy and a Christmas tale of King Arthur, a figure revived in the Victorian era by authors and poets such as Scott and Tennyson. Look no further for damsels in distress, deeds of chivalry, high drama, low comedy, and a Christmas treat to delight all ages.

HOVINGHAM VILLAGE MARKET 2 NOVEMBER

18 NOVEMBER

Malton Community Sports Centre 2-4pm and 5-7pm.

MALTON & NORTON RAILWAY CLUB 2,9,16,23 NOVEMBER Musical Evening

Saturday nights – Live music entertainment from 8.30pm.

4,11,18,25 NOVEMBER Local Charity Bingo Monday nights at 7.30pm

6,13,20, 27 NOVEMBER Whist Drive

Wednesday nights at 7.15pm.

Markets open from 10.30am www.hovingham-market.org.uk

KIRBYMOORSIDE TOWN BRASS BAND 29 NOVEMBER

7.30pm at Helmsley Arts Centre Brighten up those dark November days and look forward to Christmas as the band present a programme of music to herald in the arrival of the festive season.

22 DECEMBER

7.30pm at Kirkbymoorside Memorial Hall.

Our traditional offering of Christmas music and carol singing.

BLOOD DONOR SESSIONS 15 NOVEMBER

Pickering Memorial Hall 2-4pm and 5-7pm

‘’OUT OF THE ASHES’ CONCERT 13 DECEMBER

At the Milton Rooms, Malton.

The very popular band ‘Huge’ will be performing to help raise money to rebuild the pavilion at Malton and Old Malton Cricket Club. Tickets are £20 and can be bought from House Martins Day Nursery, Smash Menswear in Market Place, Malton or from the Club Treasurer Joy Hudson 01653 692223.

Please get your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

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CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND GIFT FESTIVAL 16 - 17 NOVEMBER

10am - 4:30pm Duncombe Park

2-4pm. Salvation Army, 40 Wood Street, Norton

PICKERING MEMORY CAFÉ 28 NOVEMBER

For people with memory problems and their carers, 2-4pm. WRVS Hungate, Pickering For more information contact the local Alzheimer’s Society Office on 01723 500958

KIRK THEATRE, PICKERING 7 DECEMBER Variety Concert

Tickets available from TV House and the Box Office Curtain 7:30pm, doors open 6:45pm

13 DECEMBER Youth Theatre Christmas Show

Pickering Musical Society Youth Theatre - Tickets available from TV House and the Box Office Curtain 7:00pm, doors open 6:30pm Box Office on 01751 474833.

Kirk Theatre, Hungate, Pickering, YO18 7DL

RYEDALE SINGING FOR THE BRAIN 7 AND 21 NOVEMBER

An informal singing group for people with memory problems and their carers, 1.30pm -3pm.

At the Salvation Army, 40 Wood Street, Norton.

MALTON & NORTON MEMORY CAFÉ 14 NOVEMBER

For people with memory problems and their carers,

NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY

£2 will help to cover costs.

YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM 10 NOVEMBER Remembrance Sunday

Services at the French Memorial, Elvington and YAM Station Chapel.

FAIRTRADE CHRISTMAS SHOP 1 & 2 NOVEMBER Malton & Norton Fairtrade Group Friends Meeting House, Greengate, Malton.

1 Nov: 10.30-4.30pm 2 Nov 10-4pm Gifts, crafts, cards, decorations and full range of fairly traded goods. Come and support our Third World Producers and our Fairtrade Town.

26 OCTOBER – 3 NOVEMBER

Witches and Wizards Week Enjoy some half term fun with a trip on the Railway and be transported back into a world of magic and enchantment.

For more information visit website www.nymr.co.uk

SHERIFF HUTTON JUMBLIES 23 NOVEMBER

Jumble Sale for NSPCC at Sheriff Hutton Village Hall 2pm to 4pm

WEA PICKERING 8 NOVEMBER Friday Talk

Alastair Dalgleish “Heroes and Villains for the Wild West.”

7.30 pm at the Friends Meeting house, Castlegate, Pickering.

There is no fee, but a donation of

FAMILY FUN NIGHT AND FIREWORK EXTRAVAGANZA 3 NOVEMBER

Norton College, 5.30 – 8pm, Parking at St Peters Church Youth games, food, fireworks, climbing wall, ball pool Weather-proofed for 2013! New giant marquee!

Tickets Adults £2, Children £1, under 2 free For further information, please call us on 01653 697796 or email office@elimryedale.net

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CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING 9 NOVEMBER

Malton Lifeboats Guild are holding a Christmas Coffee Morning at the Conservative Club, Malton Market Place, 10.00a.m. RNLI Christmas Cards will be on sale.

RYEDALE FILM SOCIETY 24 NOVEMBER ‘Life of Pi’

Films are screened on Sundays at 7.30pm. Friends Meeting House, 19 Castlegate, Pickering, YO18 7AX. Contact Alison Lawson on 01751 472827.

Members £4, Children £2 Day member including admission £5. Unwaged £4

15 NOVEMBER Meeting

At Ayton Village Hall, East Ayton.

The guest speaker is Dr Shaun Coles of Durham University who will be giving a talk entitled “The Mystery of Dark Energy”.

The talk is free to society members and £2 payable on the door for non-members.

The meeting starts at 7.30pm with doors open from 7.00pm.

Refreshments available after the talk.

For further information on events or joining the society, please visit www.scarborough-ryedale-as. org.uk/saras/ or phone Andy Exton FRAS, SARAS secretary on (01723) 500030.

SHERIFF HUTTON HISTORY GROUP 30 NOVEMBER

Coffee morning at the Village Hall 10 - 12 noon. Viewing of archive materials.

Raffle, refreshments, small entrance fee.

SCARBOROUGH & RYEDALE ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY 1 NOVEMBER & 6 DECEMBER

Public observing events in Dalby Forest. Starts at 8pm till 10pm and is free of charge (charitable donations welcomed).

Attendees are advised to wrap up warm as it can get cold on an evening under a clear sky.

Dalby has among the darkest skies in the whole of the UK, having been awarded UK Dark Sky Discovery’s, Milky Way Class award in January 2013.

THE MILTON ROOMS Box Office: 01653 600 048 Venue Hire: 01653 696 240 The Milton Rooms, Market Place, Malton, YO17 7LX 8 NOVEMBER Richard Walters

Vocal, guitar and piano. Singer/ songwriter with haunting balladry 17 November. Kirkham Henry Performing Arts Tapathon, world record attempt (at 1pm) in aid of Children in Need

17 NOVEMBER

Kirkham Henry Performing Arts Tapathon, world record attempt

(at 1pm) in aid of Children in Need

23 NOVEMBER Fine Companions

An exciting evening of songs, harmonies, jigs, reels and tunes across the folk tradition

30 NOVEMBER Joanne Gregory

World Renowned Medium.

Book early to avoid disappointment. Tickets £15

CHRISTMAS FAIR 27 & 28 NOVEMBER

At Newburgh Priory. There will be between 15 - 20 people exhibiting at the fair with chocolates, clothes, hats, oil olive, fabric notice boards, art, and more.

Wednesday 27th November, 5.30pm -9pm, invitation only, drinks & canapes.

Thursday 28th November, 10am - 4pm, tickets £5 on the door.

The tea rooms will be open on Thursday. There is wheelchair access.

All proceeds to Leeds Paediatric Rheumatology Department Supporting Juvenile Chronic Arthritis Trust Fund.

For more information, please contact me on this email address or telephone: 01439 748522.

MALTON & NORTON FASHION SHOW 7 NOVEMBER

Fashion Showcase and Christmas shopping extravaganza! At The Milton Rooms. Featuring the best local designers and boutiques.

Fine local Fare and exquisite handmade gifts. Show starts at 7pm. Bar opens 6.30pm – 10.30pm. Tickets £6.50 from Malton Tourist Information at Malton Library.

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CHRISTMAS MARKET 30 NOVEMBER Kirkbymoorside.

ROBERT FULLER GALLERY 9-24 NOVEMBER Go Wild For Art

There will be wildlife paintings, falconry, mini-mammal safaris, bird watching and nature walks for families. See how Yorkshire artist Robert E Fuller persuades wild creatures to pose for their portraits and enjoy photographs of animals from around the world. Open daily 11am-4.30pm – tuck in to a complimentary mince pie, juice for the kids or a glass of wine while you browse.

The Robert Fuller Gallery, Fotherdale Farm, Thixendale, YO17 9LS 01759 368355

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ONS 23 NOVEMBER Pickering 29 NOVEMBER Derwent Arms, Norton 1 DECEMBER Malton

From 2.30pm outside the Milton Rooms. Entertainment and refreshments. Lights switch on at 5.30pm.

3 DECEMBER

6pm – Malton Market Square

5 DECEMBER

6pm – Helmsley Market Place.

We hope that you will join us at one of our tree lighting ceremonies where the lights will be switched on during a short service with carols and prayers and we remember family and friends who will not be with us this Christmas. Refreshments are available after the service.

THE FORESTERS 15 NOVEMBER

Sheriff Hutton Village Hall.

Raising money for the village hall funds. Tickets are £10 available by ringing Margaret Fisher 01347 878314. Bar available and ticket price includes a 2 course supper.

5 DECEMBER Market Place, Helmsley

See St Catherine’s hospice Light up a Life

7 DECEMBER Thornton-le-Dale

ST CATHERINE’S HOSPICE LIGHT UP A LIFE

Open to the public from 7th December between 10am and 4pm. The theme is Christmas Carols and many shops will be matching the theme in their shop windows. Donations gratefully received for the Church, Air Ambulance and St Catherine’s hospice.

4.30pm Hog Roast, BBQ, Mulled Wine & Mince Pies and a Tombola. Father Christmas arrives at 5pm. Light switch-on at 6pm. Musical entertainment which includes carols led by children from the village school, our regular supporters, the E.A.S.Y. Band and a new feature, the Junior Group of the Pickering Music Society

CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL 7 - 20 DECEMBER

All Saints Church, Helmsley

STAMFORD BRIDGE SINGERS 6 DECEMBER Gaudete!

At the Bar Convent in Blossom Street, York at 7.30pm.

Performing a programme of music and readings for Advent, Christmas and Epiphany entitled “Gaudete!”. The Singers will be conducted as always by Michael Wiles and the accompanist on this occasion will be Geoffrey Coffin. Tickets, costing £10 to include wine and mince pies, will be available from 1st November from the Bar Convent on 01904 643238, email:reception@ bar-convent.org.uk. Further details of the event can be found on the website: www. stamfordbridgesingers.co.uk or by ringing Rosemary on 01904 787181.

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13 DECEMBER A Dickens of a Christmas!

In aid of the Derwent Lions Club at Sutton on Derwent Village Hall at 7.30pm. The evening’s entertainment will feature some wonderful seasonal music, with tunes both old and new, together with evocative readings from works by Charles Dickens.

Tickets, price £10, to include mulled wine and mince pies, will be available from 1st November by contacting Rosemary on 01904 787181. Further details at www.stamfordbridgesingers. co.uk

Harmonia Ladies Choir, Kirkham Henry Dancers, Never Forget!, Malton Male Voice Choir, York Light Youth, Members of the City of York Pipe Band, Matt Woollons - Young Magician of the Year finalist 2013, Tom Johnson - Juggler Extraordinaire!, Wayne Biggin - MC & Mr Funny Man!, Laurie Scarth, Edwina Hayes, Alison Davis, Rachel Reynolds, Tom Todd All proceeds in aid of Ryedale Special Families. Tickets £10 from Malton Tourist Information Centre: 01653 600048 or maltontic@ btconnect.com

RYEDALE DOG RESCUE 7 NOVEMBER

Quiz night at The Sun Inn, Pickering from 7.30pm. Please come along and join us for a fun evening with all proceeds going to Ryedale Dog Rescue.

DERWENT DIGGERS 4 NOVEMBER

Trinity Chapel, Commercial Street, Norton at 7.30 pm Susan Cunliffe-Lister will present an illustrated talk on The Gardens at Burton Agnes Hall and Swinton Park, Masham. All welcome: Members £2 Visitors £3. Enquiries: 01653 697845

NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL A CHRISTMAS SHOW 15 DECEMBER

The Milton Rooms, Malton at 8pm

Sisters for another popular dance night, this time with mainly music from the 1940s but with a little bit of 1950s thrown in for good measure. Enjoy music and dances such as the popular Jive, Lindy Hop, Waltzes, Gay Gordons, Strolls, Quickstep, Foxtrot, Cha Cha Cha, Tango, Charleston, Military Two Step, Valeta and more. All played by that lovely man DJ Big George Anderson. Tickets are still £8.50 per person and must be booked in advance. Please take your own drinks, glasses, supper or snacks. Ring 01904 765780 or email: mickeyramsbottom@ hotmail.co.uk for further information. 40s/50s dress if possible please, but not essential. This event supports Marie Curie Cancer Care.

THE GREAT MALTON SANTA RUN 1 DECEMBER

Malton Market Place from 1pm.

3 Fun runs around the Market Place for all the family. Entry includes a FREE 5-piece Santa Suit for every runner! Entry forms from Yorkshire Building Society, 4 Wheelgate, Malton or from www.ryedalespecialfamilies.org. uk. This is going to be a great fun event so hurry as there are limited numbers in each age category – 4 year olds to adult!

Entry fees: Santas £12, Santas little helpers and elves £6. All proceeds to Ryedale Special Families.

SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY 1940S/50S DANCE NIGHT 2 NOVEMBER

Haxby Memorial Hall from 7.30 11.00pm Why not join Mickey Ramsbottom & The Alka Seltzer

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENING 21 NOVEMBER

St. Mary’s RC Primary School, Malton YO17 7DB from 7pm til 9pm. Start your Christmas shopping early with stalls including jewellery, hand-crafted gifts, cards, books, children’s clothing, scarves, beauty, cakes and lots more. Entry will be £2 to include a glass of wine or soft drink and nibbles. There will also be a raffle held on the night. All proceeds go to St. Mary’s PTA fund.

BUSINESS WORKSHOP 20 NOVEMBER

1.30pm - 4.30pm Learn How to Make Your

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DERVENTIO WINE TASTING 14 NOVEMBER

Wines from around the World The Milton Rooms, Malton 5.30pm-9pm Over 100 wines to try from all over the world. £5 entry which will go to St Catherine’s Hospice and the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

ST GEORGES OLD BOYS ASSOCIATION 15 NOVEMBER

The Annual St Georges Old Boys Reunion will be held at Tramways WMC from 7 p.m. onwards. For more information please visit www.stgeorgesyork. co.uk

MUSIC NIGHT 9 NOVEMBER Mambo Jambo

Welburn Village Hall, Welburn, YO60 7EG at 7.30pm.

This acoustic roots duo will take you on an exciting musical journey around the world, featuring bluegrass, boogie and their own compositions. With a multitude of musical instruments this will be a fabulous musical feast. Held in association with Rural Arts.

Please contact Elaine on 01653 619276 or e-mail welburnvh@ gmail.com for tickets priced £8.

FEDERATION OF SMALL BUSINESSES, RYEDALE BRANCH 26 NOVEMBER

6.30pm at The Yard, Malton. Visit www.fsb.org.uk/ northyorkshire/ branches/ ryedale for full details of the meeting and to reserve a place.

THE SWINTON VILLAGE ACTION GROUP 2 NOVEMBER

Bonfire and firework display at the BSA Sports Centre starting 6pm. Entrance tickets from 01653 696544 in advance.£4 adults and £2 children 5-16 .

Burgers, hotdogs and soup/ coffee and tea will be on sale.

Absolutely no fireworks or sparklers.

WATH COURT CHRISTMAS FAIR 2 NOVEMBER

10am – 2pm. The Fold, Wath Court, Hovingham.

Refreshments and tombola.

Raising money for premature babies and Ryedale Special Families.

APPLETON LE MOORS HISTORY GROUP 26 NOVEMBER

7.30 pm in the Village Hall.

‘The Life of Sidney Bunting’ by Prof. Allison Drew. A regular visitor to Appleton in his youth later to be founder of the South African Communist Party Admission £2.00.

Visit appletonlemoorshistory. btck.co.uk/ for more details or contact Jim on 01751 417160

FLAXTON GARDENING CLUB 18 NOVEMBER Talk

Chris Small on ‘Gardening Trends’. In this talk, Chris will tell us of the ebb and flow of fashions in plants and practice, from the past until the present day. At Flaxton Village Hall at 7.30 pm.Visitors are always welcome. Entry charge at the door (£1 for members and £2 for non-members).

1ST NORTON SCOUTS 14 NOVEMBER Christmas Shopping Evening

At 1st Norton Scout Hut, Howe Road, Norton. Stalls, Tombola, Games and Raffle. Entry adults £1, children 50p includes drink and mince pie. All proceeds to the scout group.

CHRISTMAS CAROLS 13 DECEMBER Evening of Christmas carols with Harmonia choir.

Methodist church, Norton at 7pm. Entry by ticket only. £7.50 per ticket including light refreshments.

Tickets available from Denise Kingston on 01653 691012. In aid of Yorkshire cancer research, Malton branch.

PICKERING WORKING MEN’S CLUB Saturday Night Entertainment

16 NOVEMBER The Cantrels 60s Band 23 NOVEMBER Robson Field 60s Tribute 30 NOVEMBER David McKenna Top Notch

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Contact Kate Giles on 01653 628739 or Tim & Clare Rowe on 01653 628555.

CLAXTON & SAND HUTTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP

Contact: 01653 693501 or 01653 693553.

MALTON COUNTRY QUILTERS

Contact Mary on 01653 694445.

MALTON LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB

Contact Rachel: 07970956022.

Contact Cath Taylor on 01653 692601.

CONNECTIONS CRAFT CLUB

NEWBRIDGE PARK GROUP

For women - all levels of experience. Contact Ruth: 01751 474291.

DERWENT DIGGERS GARDENING CLUB

For more information: www. newbridgepark.org

NORTH YORKSHIRE SNAPPERS

inggroup.btck.co.uk or email phil@yorkshirewalker.co.uk, or telephone 01751 476380.

RYEDALE STROKE GROUP

VALE OF PICKERING ART CLUB

Contact Val: 01751 476499.

Contact Renee: 01751 431834

Contact Wendy: 01751 475412.

ADVICE & SUPPORT

SAMARITANS OF SCARBOROUGH

Contact: 0845 6030493.

AGE CONCERN RYEDALE

Contact: 01723 368888 or 08457 90 90 90 or email www. samaritans.org.uk.

SCARBOROUGH AND RYEDALE CARERS RESOURCE

CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICE

EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD RYEDALE BRANCH

PICKERING & DISTRICT FLOWER GROUP

CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU, RYEDALE

PICKERING EXPERIMENTAL ENGINEERING MODEL SOCIETY

FRIENDS OF THE CROFT

HAXBY & WIGGINTON FLOWER CLUB

Contact Janet Pepper on 01347 823601

HOPE CENTRAL COFFEE HOUSE E-mail office@hopecentral. net or phone (01653) 697796. www.elimryedale.net or www. hopecentral.info

KIRKBYMOORSIDE & DISTRICT CAMERA CLUB Visit www.kirkbymoorsidecamera-club.co.uk

KIRKBYMOORSIDE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

Contact: 01751 474291 or visit www.peems.co.uk

PICKERING SCRABBLE CLUB Contact Wendy on 01751 475412

PICKERING CREATIVE WRITING GROUP Contact Hilary Jenkins 01751 417946 for more information.

POTTER HILL CINEMA

Contact: 01751 474291 or visit www.facebook.com/PotterHillCinema.

if you are interested in becoming part of the committee or helping out at the yearly show, please contact Laura or Neil Cawood on 01751 431220.

ROCK IT YOUTH CLUB & MUSIC NIGHTS

LACEMAKING CLASSES

Contact: 01653 694595.

Contact Irene on 01757 288656

MALTON & DISTRICT CAMERA CLUB

Contact: 01653 619181 or 01653 628982 or www.maltoncameraclub.co.uk

MALTON & DISTRICT FLOWER CLUB

Contact Maggie, Secretary on 01653 698741.

MARTON & NORMANBY GARDENING CLUB Contact: 01751 433105.

MALTON & NORTON NATIONAL WOMEN’S REGISTER

Contact: www.nwr.org.uk email: office@nwr.org.uk | 0845 4500287

MALTON & NORTON ROTARY CLUB

Contact John Howard: john. howard1@btinternet.com or see www.rotary-ribi.org.

MALTON BRIDGE CLUB

Ages 11years plus.

Contact Ruth on 01751 474291.

RYEDALE CROQUET

RYEDALE FILM SOCIETY

Contact Alison Lawson on 01751 472827 or Frank Rock on 01751 477 484.

RYEDALE FORUM 50+

Contact Membership Secretary Danny on 01751 474464 or Anna: 01944 759123.

RYEDALE FRIENDSHIP GROUP

Contact Peter Ashton on 01751 473715 or Sue Hall on 01751 474181.

RYEDALE NATURIST CLUB

Contact: 07528409332 or www. ryedalenaturistclub.co.uk.

RYEDALE MEN TOGETHER

Contact 01944 758807 or eddie. james@cvmen.org.uk.

RYEDALE SCOTTISH DANCE GROUP

Contact Sheila: 01751 473924

RYEDALE WALKING GROUP

Full details on www.ryedalewalk-

RYEDALE VOLUNTARY ACTION

Contact: 01653 600120 or email: post@rva-cvs.org.uk or visit www.ryedaleva.org.uk.

For more information and to register go to www.meetup.com/ North-Yorkshire-Snappers.

Contact Val on 01751 472902

RYEDALE TALKING MAGAZINE

THORNTON LE DALE SCRABBLE CLUB

Contact 01653 697845

Contact Janet on 01751 473875.

Contact 01653 628620

Contact: 01723 356060

Contact: 08444 111444.

Information about where carers can find help and support.

Contact: 01723 850155.

SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE

Contact Maureen: 01944 758448.

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THE ENCEPHALITIS SOCIETY

HOPE DEBT ADVICE

WRVS

Support for families with children under the age of 5. Contact: 01653 693551.

A FREE, confidential debt advice service. Tel: 01653 692616

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NEXT STEPS

Ryedale’s resource centre run for and by people with mental health problems. Contact 01653 690854.

PARKINSON’S DISEASE SOCIETY Contact: 01653 694251.

RELATE

Contact: 0800 9805907.

RYEDALE & DISTRICT MENCAP Contact Sue Hollows: 07557868142

RYEDALE BRANCH OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION

Contact Secretary, John Paul: 01751 431793

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RYEDALE MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS BRANCH

Contact our Support Officer, Mrs Ward: 01653 695310.

RYEDALE SPECIAL FAMILIES

121 Town Street, Old Malton, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7HD. Contact: 01653 699000.

Admin line : 01653 692583.

Support Line 01653 699599.

Email : mail@encephalitis.info The Hungate Centre, open from 9am to 5pm Mon to Fri.

ANIMALS BORDER COLLIE RESCUE

Contact: 0845 6044941 or visit www.bordercollierescue.org.

RYEDALE DOG RESCUE

Contact: 07581 324153 or visit www.ryedaledogrescue.com.

YORKSHIRE COAST DOG RESCUE Contact: 0758 3269614 or visit www.yorkshire-coast-dogrescue.com.

NATURE & ENVIRONMENT GREEN DRINKS

Informal get-together of people interested in the future of mankind and the planet.

Contact 01653 696748.

NATIONAL TRUST - RYEDALE

Contact Janet: 01653 693638 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ ryedalecentre.

PICKERING IN BLOOM

Contact Eileen: 01751 477799

RYEDALE LETS

Contact Ruth: 01653 694866.

FUNDRAISING MALTON & NORTON HOSPITAL LEAGUE OF FRIENDS Supporting Malton Hospital.

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RYEDALE FAMILY HISTORY GROUP

Contact Janice: 01653 628952

MUSIC & THEATRE AMPLEFORTH COMMUNITY CHILDREN’S CHOIR

Find out more at www.ampleforthchildrenschoir.co.uk or ring 01439 788481

FRIENDS OF CATHEDRAL MUSIC Contact local Representative: 01653 618479.

HARMONIA LADIES CHOIR

Contact Alison Davis on 01944 758028

MALTON & NORTON MUSICAL THEATRE (MNMT)

Contact Chairman, Ian: 07988 740274 or email ian.goring@ btinternet.com. www.maltonandnortonmusicaltheatre.org.uk

MALTON DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR

Contact Secretary David Ackroyd on 01944-758693 or Chairman Tom Todd on 01653-692362.

MALTON WHITE STAR BAND .

Contact by email: info@ stamfordbridgesingers.co.uk or visit ww.stamfordbridgesingers. btck.co.uk.

Rear of Methodist Church, Potter Hill, Pickering. Contact Helen: 01751 477833.

STAPE SILVER BAND

Contact: 07704 289080

Contact Mike, Band Master: 01751 472224.

SWINTON EXCELSIOR BRASS BAND

The Band Room, Middle Street, Swinton. Contact Tracey: 01653 696417 or visit www.swintonband.org.uk.

THE CHANTICLEER SINGERS

Contact Musical Director: 01904 706437.

THIXENDALE SINGERS

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THORNTON LE DALE PLAYERS

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Saville Street Methodist Church, Malton.

VALE OF PICKERING PROBUS CLUB. Contact David Billett: 01751 472879.

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WHITE ROSE AIRCREW ASSOCIATION

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BROOKLYN PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP

1ST MALTON SCOUTS

Contact: 07792369468 or 01653 696603.

Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers. Contact Roger: 01653 696789 or 07950 558216.

BULMER TEA & TOTS

1ST NORTON SCOUTS

AMOTHERBY TABLE TENNIS CLUB

Meet in Bulmer Village Hall every Tues 10–11.30am.

CHATTERBOX PLAYGROUP

Sheepfoot Hill, Castlegate, Malton. Contact: 01653 694768.

LANGTON PLAYGROUP

LEAVENING TODDLER GROUP

RYEDALE JAZZ CLUB

Contact Mrs C Payne, Manager: 01751 474345.

Meet Tuesdays at 7.15pm from Oct to March in Methodist Schoolroom at Sinnington.

AMOTHERBY & SWINTON FOOTBALL CLUB

PICKERING MUSICAL SOCIETY

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Contact Jennie Smith 07906 498362 or Nicola Clarke (01653) 648325.

SINNINGTON PEOPLE’S GUILD

SCOUTS & GUIDES

Contact Alison: 01751 472827 or Martin: 01751 475644

THE RYEDALE WIND BAND

TERRINGTON PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP

RYEDALE U3A

Contact Jean Leggott: 01751 475093.

Contact Catherine: 01653 619304.

Contact: Helen: 01653 699667, 07866 819556 or Julie: 01653 658057.

Contact Grahame: 01723 850640 or Jim: 01751 431945.

The Reading Rooms, Main Street, Swinton. Contact: 01653 695020 or 07879 834975.

TOTS PLAY & PRAISE

FIRESTATION PRESCHOOL

RYEDALE CHORAL

SWINTON PLAYGROUP

PLAYGROUPS BARTON LE WILLOWS PLAYGROUP

NOMADS PRODUCTIONS

Visit www.pickeringmusicalsociety.co.uk. Contact Linda, Publicity Manager: 01751 471553 or email pickeringmusical society@ hotmail.co.uk

Contact: 01751 431465 or 07799 727656 email: info@sinnpreschool.org.uk or visit: www. sinnpreschool.org.uk.

THORNTON DALE PRESCHOOL

Village Hall, Barker’s Lane, Snainton. Contact Janet: 0776 5557020.

PICKERING ACOUSTIC MUSIC

SINNINGTON PRESCHOOL

Contact Mr J Walker: 01751 475001 or Mr G Hunt: 01751 476283.

Contact Bandmaster, Cliff Hicks: 01653 693599.

Contact Pat: 01653 690350 or visit www.nomads-productions. co.uk.

RILLINGTON PLAYGROUP

Contact: 01653 698537

Contact Paula: 07504821580.

LITTLE STARS STAY & PLAYGROUP

Contact: 01751 474963 or email donnafirth2004@yahoo.co.uk.

LUTTONS LITTLE LADYBIRDS PLAYGROUP

For further information contact school on 01944 738232.

MUMS & TOTS

Contact Carole: 01653 694891.

PICKERING PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP (HALLGARTH) Parish Hall, Hallgarth, Pickering, YO18 7AW. Contact: 07910147095.

POTTER HILL PLAYGROUP

Beavers, Cub Scouts, Scout & Explorers. Contact Ian Appleby: 01653 694900.

1ST VALE OF PICKERING SCOUTS

Beavers, cubs, scouts & explorers. Contact Ray: 01751 476918.

RILLINGTON & DISTRICT SCOUT GROUP Meeting in Settrington- Cubs & Scouts. Contact Liz Hinde: 01944 758328

RYEDALE BROWNIES AND GUIDES

www.girlguiding.org.uk Contact Alison Hutchinson, Division Commissioner for Ryedale Girlguides 01653 690253

SCOUTING IN RYEDALE

Contact Mererid Hunt: 01653 690992.

SOCIETIES PICKERING WORKING MEN’S CLUB

Southgate, Pickering YO18 8BL tel: 01751 473534

HELMSLEY & DISTRICT ROTARY CLUB www.helmsleyrotary.org

MALTON & NORTON RAILWAY CLUB

07530028986 / www.amotherbyandswintonfc.co.uk

01653 696704 / andy@cannybooks.com

BROOKLYN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB

01653 693682 / www.brooklynjfc. co.uk.

HESLERTON BOWLING CLUB 01944 738632

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01944 768387 / www.heslertonsport.co.uk

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01653 692223 / johnandjoyhudson@btinternet.com

MALTON OUTDOOR BOWLS CLUB www.maltonbowlsclub.co.uk

MALTON WHEELERS ROAD CLUB 01653 694571 / www.maltonwheelersrc.co.uk

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01751 472877 / www.pickeringathletics.co.uk

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Seniors - 01944 711448 / usherso8@btinternet.com Juniors - 01653 697724 / www.communigate.co.uk/york/juniorpikes.cfc.

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Thornton Road, Pickering. Tennis - 01751 473101, Croquet - 01653 694595. Cricket - 01751 476924.

Table Tennis - 01751 472091.

Football - 01751 473390

Mr Barnes / 01751 475134 / maadi@btinternet.com.

RYEDALE TABLE TENNIS LEAGUE

THORNTON LE DALE INDOOR BOWLING CLUB

01751 472091 www.tabletennis365.com/ryedale

SCARBOROUGH AND DISTRICT FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION 01751 473348

SETTRINGTON BOWLING CLUB

01653 692522 / maureencroser@ yahoo.co.uk.

SWINTON SPORTS CENTRE

Derek Cuthbertson / 01653 690807

TERRINGTON LAWN BOWLS CLUB

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THIXENDALE CRICKET CLUB

Jean Matthews 01751 475871 / Christine Harrison 01751 473703 / candepickering@tiscali.co.uk

WELHAM BOWLING CLUB MR POOL 01653 699624

WESTOW CRICKET CLUB

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AMPLEFORTH

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FOSTON & THORNTON LE CLAY.

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Mr Calvert / 01751 472533 / martin@calvert213.wanadoo. co.uk.

NUNNINGTON VILLAGE HALL

SAND HUTTON & CLAXTON

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KIRBY MISPERTON

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