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We are now into our fourteenth year of publishing the Handy Mag. The news is often full of the demise of newspapers and print in general and the subsequent rise of digital news, advertising and, well…everything. Here at the Handy Mag, whilst we do have a website and have been known to partake in a little social media marketing, we still believe that there is nothing like printed publications to reach our readership!

8 Short Story – Dolphin Watching 12 Cybercrime 14 Your building project questions answered by Prospect Design 20 Summer out and about guide 22 The dragons are coming! 23 Forest Live at Dalby 30 Bloom! 32 Baking 38 Should you buy an automatic 40 Puzzles 42 Mauritius: Natural World 50 What’s on in York this month 66 Itchy dogs 67 Enhance your outdoors by Ground Solution Services 69 Essential Scent by Pippa Greenwood 73 Holiday reads 74 Local groups and organisations

elcome to our July edition.

This month we’ve packed the magazine full of things to keep you entertained from agricultural shows to music festivals, Rose festivals, shows at York Theatre Royal, Haxby Carnival and Huntington Scarecrow festival. Make sure you have a look through our vast listings and adverts to find an amazing local event perfect for you.

I was reading a newspaper article recently that said that printed publications still out-perform digital in terms of trust and reliability. How can you really know whether an article on social media is ‘fake news’ - to coin a well-known American President’s saying! At the Handy Mag, what happens in our local area is important to us because we are local, and we take our readers’ and advertisers trust in us very seriously. We work very hard to ensure that every edition is filled to the brim with interesting information about both our businesses and the local community. Whilst being in business inevitably has it’s challenges, the Handy Mags continue to be well read and used in the area. So a huge thank you to all of our readers

and advertisers for supporting us over the years and here’s to a bright publishing future! We would all like to congratulate our Admin Assistant Holly and her family on the birth of her baby. We’ll all be round for a cuddle soon! Until next month…

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“Incredible,” Royce agreed, peering through his binoculars. Sheila looked around. There were families building sandcastles, some eating ice lollies, some leaning over rock pools with crab lines. “Where’s everyone getting their lollies from?” “Must have brought them with them,” Royce said, feigning interest in a seagull. A girl walked by licking a cornet. “Excuse me!” Sheila called, “Where did you get that from?” “The ice cream van in the car park” the girl said. “What car park?” The girl looked at Sheila as though she’d landed from Mars. “Up there,” she pointed, “it’s a two minute walk.” “Why did we park miles away, Royce?” Sheila turned to her husband. “There’s a car park.” “Look, here comes the dolphin-spotting boat.” Royce said, pretending not to hear. “How much does the car park cost?” Sheila asked. “It’s quite dear,” Royce said. “How much?” Sheila insisted. “Three pounds,” Royce mumbled.

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our days of floral spectacles will see a village green, hidden gardens and even a floral boat blossom in historic York during a new flower festival marking the 250th anniversary of the Ancient Society of York Florists, the oldest of its kind in the world. The brain child of Make It York, the festival is supported by York Business Improvement District and dozens of local businesses and organisations. Highlights of Bloom! include: • The annual summer Flower Show of the Ancient Society of York Florists, sponsored by TalkTalk, will offer a two-day spectacle of roses, sweetpeas, geraniums and glorious floral arrangements in Parliament Street in the heart of York. Visitors will also be treated to large floral installations, a farmers’ market and a one-day flower market. • A Vegetarian Street Food Market also known as ‘The Vegetable Patch’ will provide delicious sustenance for the body. • An urban village green complete with real grass, meadow flowers and white picket fence, will take over St Sampson’s Square with the help of WowGrass. • York’s Hidden Gardens: A Trail; will unearth the secret green spaces behind the walls of some of York’s great buildings. • Bloom! Window Dressing Competition. Sponsored by York Conservation Trust. • York’s First Floral Boat: The Captain James Cook will be sending charters out for the four days of Bloom! An ideal way to view the city from the River Ouse whilst taking tea upon York’s first floral boat – particularly apt given that 2018 is the 250th anniversary of the famous voyages taken by the boat’s namesake. Created by the New Dimensions

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Should you buy an automatic car? Pros and cons explained. shifts, making them ideal for sports cars. There’s no real penalty in performance or economy, but at low speeds in stop-start traffic dual-clutch boxes can be jerky and unpleasant. Early units can be unreliable and costly to repair.

British motorists traditionally favoured manual gearboxes, but automatics are increasingly popular. Tom Wiltshire explains everything you need to know. Though early automatic gearboxes tended to dent performance, fuel economy and driving pleasure, times have moved on, and the modern automatic can sometimes be a better choice than the manual gearbox. Some performance automatics can actually beat the manuals off the line, while the cash-conscious may enjoy lower CO2 emissions and higher fuel economy. A good automatic transmission also makes for a relaxing drive, giving your left leg a rest and letting the car do the work. Always test drive a car, however, as there are still awful automatic gearboxes out there. Automatics tend to be more expensive to buy, and much more expensive to repair if they go wrong. Here’s our guide to the different types of automatic gearbox available today.

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Though now much refined and improved, these automatics have been available since the 1940s, and use a fluid-filled coupling in place of a traditional clutch. Torque converter automatics tend to offer very smooth shifts, making for a comfortable ride. They can be slow to pick up, though. However, modern units – such as the ZF ‘box fitted to dozens of high performance cars – offer no discernible penalty to performance or economy.

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Standing for ‘continuously variable transmission’, CVTs do not have standard ‘gears’. Instead, an infinitely changeable single ratio theoretically ensures correct gearing for maximum power or economy, depending on conditions. Around since the 1950s, the CVT ‘box can be incredibly economical when driven carefully. However, they can provide a somewhat disconnected feel to the car – and attempts at rapid acceleration are usually met by spiralling engine revs and lots of noise. Their smoothness and variable nature makes them ideal in a hybrid car.

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Cheap, easy to install and lightweight, these gearboxes leave existing clutch and gearbox operations in place, but simply robotise the action. Automated manuals are often despised, can be horrifically jerky, and dawdle under hard acceleration. In fact, automated manual transmissions have ruined a fair few cars, so are probably best avoided.

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Mauritius: Natural World Down in the south west, beyond the tea plantations of Darling Wood, the road climbs through scented pines towards the Grand Bassin sacred lake and Hindu shrine. Nearby, the Native Garden of Petrin displays the lovely red ‘earring’, or national flower, and an array of medicinal plants. But most enticing of all in the area is the Black River Gorges National Park, covering over 6,000 hectares of forest laced with scenic trails. Echo parakeets flash emerald green along the Macchabee ridge, white tropicbirds flit through the air with the grace of ballet dancers. On the very edge of the gorge the Black River viewpoint can be easily accessed, a breathtaking place where, below the jagged peaks, the thickly-wooded slopes tumble down to the sea

n the southern reaches of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is blessed with idyllic beaches, but a few steps inland another kind of paradise waits to be discovered, stunning and lush, as the island endeavours to protect its wildlife and dwindling forest. Great swathes were lost to timber and plantations. The remainder covers about 18% of the land, only 2% of it native trees, but nestling in gorges or climbing to mountain tops it still harbours 670 species of plants. Meanwhile, imported casuarinas sway along the shore, banyans thrive and Chinese guava bushes spread unhindered. There are fan-shaped traveller’s palms and unusual trees protected in botanical gardens, including the hyophorbe amaricaulis palm in Curepipe and the rare talipot in Pamplemousse, which takes up to 60 years to flower and then dies. As for the wildlife, boars and Javanese deer live alongside the long-tailed macaques, the ornate rainbow-coloured geckos and thousands of fruit bats, or ‘flying foxes’, the only native mammals, with wings up to a metre across. Although the dodo is extinct, other native birds may fare better, such as the pink pigeons and Mauritius kestrels breeding once again in protected areas.

More views can be enjoyed along the road down to the coast, most dramatic the precipitous peak on Le Morne peninsula where runaway slaves jumped to their death. Chamarel is a must-see, starting with the island’s highest waterfall leaping down 83 metres. But the top attraction is the legendary waves of ‘Coloured Earth’ spread across a slope, red, purple, pink, silver and gold. Now protected by walkways, this unique phenomenon was caused by the uneven cooling of lava, and you can buy a sample in a bottle. Shake as you will, the colours will separate again within a day. On the central plateau, the Deer’s Hole caldera is equally impressive. Its slopes are cloaked with vegetation, its floor is choked with silt but as you stand on the rim between heaven and earth, you look across an island bristling with eerie peaks, the Rampart, the Guard, the unmistakable silhouette of the Thumb or Pieter Both, resembling a human figure, named after a drowned admiral. Legend has it that if this pinnacle falls, disaster will strike. So far, fortunately, Pieter Both has kept his head and as kestrels soar above the rustling slopes, you can enjoy the natural world of a truly stunning island. By Solange Hando

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There is strong evidence that feeling close to and valued by other people is a fundamental human need and one that helps us to function well in the world. There are times though when some social interactions fall short of making us feel close and supported in fact they make us feel exactly the opposite. This is particularly present when we find ourselves in conflict with someone. Conflict is described as an intrinsic and inevitable part of our lives and is often associated with feelings of frustration and anger. It is how we deal with conflict which determines the effects we experience both during and after the conflict. I remember a time when I experienced conflict with someone. Our contact became increasingly difficult and I recall feeling anger and frustration. Eventually our contact became so uncomfortable that I broke total contact and our friendship was lost. I was left with feelings of sadness, disappointment and some anger. Although contact had ceased my sense of wellbeing had reduced. I now believe there were actions I could have considered taking which may have resolved our conflict and improved the sense of wellbeing for both of us. The following are the actions I could have taken to help resolve our conflict: • Acknowledged the conflict was about me. • I realised that I had needs that were not being met. These included recognition for my efforts, being appreciated and feeling encouraged. My pride was dented, and I felt angry that these needs were not being met. • Taken the initiative. • Before the hurt began to accumulate and fester I could have been the one to suggest that we met to discuss my experiences and feelings. • Acknowledged the other person’s feelings. • I would have needed to be prepared to try and understand the other person’s feelings. Also, to try and demonstrate my understanding even if I had not agreed. • Confessed my part in the conflict. • I would have needed to be prepared to admit my own mistakes, behaviours and attitudes. • Avoided being focused on who is to blame. • The focus would have needed to be on the problem not the other person. • Cooperated by adjusting to the needs of the other person. • I would have needed to reduce my self-

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Local events in the York area this month NEW EARSWICK FLOWER CLUB

Tuesday 24 July Flower arranging demonstration by Ann Simpson, Willow, Wood and Wine at New Earswick Flower Club. 7.30 pm New Earswick Methodist Church Admission £5 For more information please email v_davies57@hotmail.com

YORK ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY

Activities and Services in York First Wednesday of the month Boccia and Easy Sports. 2pm - 3.30pm at New Earswick Bowls Club, Huntington Road, Huntington, YO32 9PX Second Wednesday of the month Read and Reminisce Together. 10.30am 12 midday at York Explore Library, Museum Street, York, YO1 7DS Second Tuesday of the month Dance Café. 1.45pm - 3.30pm at Clement’s Hall, Nunthorpe Road, York, YO23 1BW Last Wednesday of the month Group for Younger People with Dementia. 2pm - 3.30pm at the Spurriergate Centre, Spurriergate, York. YO1 9QR Every Thursday Singing for the Brain. 1.30pm - 3pm at New Earswick Methodist Church Hall, Lime Tree Avenue, New Earswick, York, YO32 4BE If you would like to attend any services then contact Alzheimer’s Society York and Selby on 01904 567701 or email yorkservices@alzheimers.org.uk

BBQ AND EVENING OF FOLK MUSIC AT SHERIFF HUTTON

Saturday 30 June At St Helen’s Church in Sheriff Hutton. BBQ starts at 6pm and the concert at 7pm Tickets are £6 for both events and £3 for the music evening. A licensed bar will be open. Music is provided by The Drummers who include regular members of The Black Swan Folk club as well as others who have entertained before at Sheriff Hutton.

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Saturday 4 August 10am 1pm at 56 Barley Rise Strensall. Entry £2.50 includes a hot or cold drink and scone/cake A fundraising event for Parkinson’s UK York Branch. See page 32 for more information

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Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 July 11am to 5pm. Supporting Marie Curie & the RSPCA. For details of how to enter contact Sylvia on 07776305510 or email info@hmh.org.uk See page 20 for details. www.hmh.org.uk

CAFE NELLI HOVINGHAM VILLAGE MARKET Saturday 7 July Market opens 10.30am-1.30pm. www.hovingham-market.org.uk

EVENTS AT THE POPPLETON CENTRE

Saturday 30 June ‘Gin Festival’ - Noon onwards at Main St, Upper Poppleton. Live Music, Food, Bouncy Castle, Family Friendly Fun. Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 September Scarecrow Trail www.poppletoncentre.org.uk

Every Wednesday Opens every Wednesday morning between 10am and 12 noon at New Earswick Folk Hall.

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Saturday 30 June 10am - 12 noon at the Methodist Hall in Upper Poppleton, refreshments supplied by the famous ‘Coffee on the Green’ group. There will be stalls selling, cakes and preserves, planters for summer, a tombola and a raffle. Raising funds for the UNICEF Emergency Fund

Raising funds for York NHS Teaching Hospital Charity.

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PARKINSONS UK DANCE CLASS

Wednesday mornings & Second Sunday of the month 10-12 noon at the Sleeper Path Community Garden and Allotment. Weather permitting. Sunday afternoon opening from 2pm to 4pm.

Fridays weekly (during term time) Dance Class for people with Parkinson’s.10.30am at Wiggington Recreation Hall. There are a range of dance styles and classes are run by specially qualified teachers. www.danceforparkinsonsuk.org/ or contact Angela Kirkham, info@kirkhamhenry.co.uk

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Tuesdays 10.30am - 12 noon at Methodist Church, Easingwold. £3 per person includes cake and hot drinks. If you would like to join us please contact 01904 692473.

Saturday 4 August At The Old Byre , Holly Close, Acaster Malbis, YO2 1TZ. Homemade cakes and cards as well as a special raffle of cushions made by the The Busy Bee Quilters.

Tuesday and Fridays Every Tuesday morning from 10am to 12noon and Friday afternoon 2 - 4pm for coffee, tea and home made cakes. At Poppleton Methodist Church, Upper Poppleton.

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BRAIN TUMOUR RESEARCH AND SUPPORT EVENTS

Sunday 8 July The Leeds 10K is Run for all’s first and some would still say best run. Come and experience the unrivalled atmosphere and the electric finish of this fantastic race. Registration is £20 (non re-fundable) with a minimum sponsorship goal of £100. To register your place call the office on 0113 340 0111 or http://www.btrs.org.uk/SupportUs/Take-Part/All-Events/Leeds-10k

EXPLORE HAXBY LIBRARY

Fridays Under 5’s storytimes with rhymes and toys. 2.303pm at Oaken Grove community centre. Free. Contact Haxby Library on 01904 552660 or haxby@exploreyork.org.uk

HAXBY AND WIGGINTON AGAINST FRACKING

Meets 1st Wednesday monthly 7.30 - 9.30pm at Haxby Sports Bar North Lane. This group opposes fracking and unconventional shale gas extraction primarily in the local area. Most of York and the surrounding areas are covered by licences to extract gas. Email Hawagainstfracking@gmail.com

STOCKTON ON FOREST DRAMA GROUP

Tuesdays 7.30pm at Stockton Village Hall. We are also looking for new members. Please contact Pat on 01904 400327 or email j.malcolm123@gmail.com

EVENTS AT DUNNINGTON

Saturday 28 July Its A Knockout - Enter a minimum of 6 maximum of 10 people per team. (Booking essential, limited places). For further details and booking visit www.dunningtonfayre.org.uk Saturday 28 July Dunnington Fayre Goes Live.Traditional village fayre and music festival. 11am - 9.30pm. See page 21 for more details Sunday 19 August Dunnington Village Show at Dunnington Reading Rooms. Refreshments available including bacon butties, cakes etc. www.dunningtoncommunityevents.org.uk

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Wednesday 4 & 18 July 9.30-11.30am at Huntington Methodist Church, Strensall Road, Huntington. Open on the first and third Wednesday of the month. All welcome.

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Sunday 17 June Choral Evensong. 6.30pm in Dunnington Parish Church. The music will include Tallis Responses, the Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in Ab by Basil Harewood, and J S Bach’s beautiful anthem ‘Jesu, joy of man’s desiring’. All are welcome to attend this service.

SHIPTON COMMUNITY CAFE

Tuesdays 2pm until 4.30pm. Tea, coffee and homemade scones and cakes. All welcome.

YORK SCOTTISH DANCE CLUB Monday Evenings 7.30 to 10pm at English Martyrs’ Church Hall. Dalton Terrace, York. All welcome, no partner or experience needed. Cost £3, refreshments included in the price.

DUNNINGTON YORK AGAINST CANCER JUMBLE SALE

Every month on the second Wednesday 10am to 11.15am at the Reading Rooms, Dunnington. Entrance cost 20p. Good quality ladies, gents and children’s clothing as well as linens, books, toys and bric a brac. Shop opens Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 9.30am to 12noon. Tuesday also 1.30 to 4.00 and Jumble Sale days on a Wednesday.

HAXBY AND WIGGINTON FLOWER CLUB

Tuesday 10 July A flower demonstration by Christine Hinchcliffe. Entitiled “ Colour My World.” 7.30pm at Wigginton Recreation Hall Wigginton York YO32 2PL. Cost; £5 to non members. Refreshments available and the flowers will be raffled at the end of the evening. Contact Joan McBurney on 01347 878544

ACTIV8 CRAFTY CLUBS

Learn new skills in a warm friendly environment, over coffee and cake from the cafe. See page 30 for more information.

YOR-KON - YORK COMIC CON TOY & COLLECTORS FAIR

Sunday 1 July Yor-Kon brings family friendly comic cons to York. Keep an eye out for new and exciting events! With cosplay competitions, guests speakers, entertainers, photo opportunities, great traders, the amazing Sentinal Squad and much, much more! Buy tickets at www.Yor-Kon.co.uk

WILBERFORCE TRUST CHARITY CONCERT

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Wednesday 18 July Corsage and Buttonhole Workshop with Susan Stead. 2pm – 4pm in St Chad’s Church Hall, Campleshon Road, York YO23 1EY We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month except May, August and December.

WIGGINTON AND HAXBY WI

Tuesday 3 July 7.30 members 8pm guests. Fashion show with Hearts of Easingwold at the Haxby and Wigginton Methodist Church. Guests welcome £4 includes refreshments. Please note the change of venue for this month only. www.wiggihaxbywi.wordpress. com

OPEN DAYS AT THE WHITE ROSE CLUB

Open until Tuesday 10 July The White Rose Club is holding 30 open days this year. White Rose Club is a members naturist club in Ryedale and this event is intended to allow prospective members to visit us and experience club naturism as the summer commences. For more details of the event and to register to attend please see website: www.whiteroseclub.com/events/

YORK PHILATELIC SOCIETY

Tuesday 10 July Visit by Leeds Philatelic Society. Meetings are held at 7.30pm at The Priory Centre, Priory Street, off Micklegate, York.

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EVENTS AT STRENSALL LIBRARY

Saturday 14 July This Year’s Summer Reading Challenge is “Mischief Makers”. If your child loves reading for fun then this is a fabulous opportunity for them to read over the Summer. They register first for free at any Explore York Library & then read any six books of their choice, collecting various prizes for each book read & telling Library staff a little about each book. At the end of the Challenge, they also receive a completion certificate. Thursday 9 August 10.30-12 noon. Our associated children’s Summer Reading Challenge event is a cardboard character activity. Choose your favourite cartoon character and build them out of cardboard. Suitable for ages 7 - 12 years with a parent or carer. Cost £2 per person. Please book your child’s place in advance of the session at any Explore York Library. Friday 31 August 3.30pm – 4.30pm. We will be running a Summer Reading Challenge “Be A Mischief Maker” Craft Session. Come and make mischief with a selection of crafts to try at our family activity session. Suitable for 4-11 year olds. £2 per person. Please book your child’s place in advance of the session at any Explore York Library. Telephone 01904 552677 or email strensall@exploreyork.org.uk

VOCAL FLOURISH COMMUNUITY CHOIRS

Two supportive, friendly and accessible community choirs. Everybody is welcome. No singing experience necessary. Dementia friendly. Mondays Burnholme Social Club from 11am - 1pm Fridays Lidgett Grove Methodist Church from 11am - 1pm followed by optional lunch club.

MALTON SHOW

Sunday 1 July Scampston park, nr Malton. Horses, Livestock, Vintage, Fur & Feather, Classic Cars, Sheep Dogs, Horticulture, Baking, Handicraft, Photography, Trade Stands, Craft stalls, Children’s entertainment, dog show and agility course. See page 21

DIFFERENT STOKES - YORK SUPPORT & EXERCISE GROUP

Fridays 10.30am - 12.30pm at Heworth Without Community Centre, Applecroft Road, York. We are a peer-peer support and exercise group for younger, working age and active stroke survivors in the York area. We offer a friendly and informal groups environment for stroke survivors and their partners/carers and friends to share experiences, problems, information and advice. Each week w also aim to undertake 30-45 minutes of strokerelated exercise or activity as well as chatting and helping one another. £3 per session. The centre is full accessible with off street parking. Meetings are informal and open to all, no need to book.

SHERIFF HUTTON PTFA SCARECROW TRAIL

Sunday 1 July PTFA’s 13th Annual Scarecrow Trail. Once again, the village will be dotted all over with a fantastic range of scarecrow creations made by local families, residents and businesses. Come along and follow our fun trail around Sheriff Hutton village to spot them all and enter the prize draw. The trail starts from the school playground where maps and light refreshments will be on sale from 10.30am. From 12 noon the school will also be

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YMBC YORK MODEL BOAT CLUB

Meet and sail at the clubhouse & extensive lake next to Laytham Caravan Park, York YO42 4PS, (approx 5.5 miles beyond Sutton on Derwent off the B1228) most Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, and Regatta Days although 2 members or more can sail any day of the week. We are a friendly bunch so if you would like to see some wonderful boats, or simply have a go, nonmembers are welcome. Membership is currently open to both adults & children (accompanied), whether to discuss or get advice on boat modelling, or interested in sailing remote control Yachts and boats of all kinds. For more information contact Brian 07973 615301, or visit our website at www. yorkmodelboatclub.co.uk

HAXBY CARNIVAL

Saturday 14 July Ethel Ward Playing Field. Official opening at 1pm See page 28 for the full schedule of events. www.haxbycarnival.co.uk

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Thursday 5 - Sunday 8 July York’s first horticultural festival. Based over four floral-themed days, Bloom! will bring a rainbow of colour and beauty to the ancient city of York and is sure to inspire you with workshops, magnificent installations and everything in between. www.bloomyork.com

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Saturday 30 & Sunday 1 July Wildflower Weekend. A weekend celebration of wildflowers. Explore our meadows on a guided walk with experts who will help identify what you find. Saturday 21 July - Sunday 2 September Summer ActivityTrail. Follow the fun trails and each clue will lead you closer to your sticker, or ask for a collecting strip and see what you can find on your own adventure. Kids Activity Week 23 -26 July. Lots of nature based activities for intrepid explorers aged 6-11 with different activities each day (No adults allowed! Booking is essential) Monday 23 July Active Day. Todays activities include orienteering and shelter buidling and crafts. Tuesday 24 July Creative Arts Day. Make a story stick, meet a tree, crafts and poetry. Wednesday 25 July Beast Day. A minibeast hunt, decomposition activities, art, outdoor music and crafts. Thursday 26 July Woodland Wizard Day. Join the woodland fairy for a day of other wordly activities including, wand making, magic hats, magic potions, relay races, crafts, party snacks, magical drinks and much more. For more information visit www. yorkshirearboretum.org

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Friday 20 July Artist and performing poet Michael Hildred. You are welcome to attend our meetings for retired people on the 3rd Friday of each month at 2pm in the Wigginton Recreational Hall. Doors open at 1.30 pm and there will be a guest speaker. Come and find out about our other activities too. Members £1, visitors £3 including refreshments. For further information contact our secretary on 01904 768227 or visit our website at www. u3asites.org.uk/haxby-wigginton

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Saturday 7 July 12 till 3pm at New Earswick Primary School. Free Entry. Games, Rides, Refreshments, Fancy Dress and more! www.fones-york.org

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Sunday 15 July 36 teams battling it out on the River Ouse, between Scarborough Railway Bridge and Lendal Bridge, for the Challenge Trophy and other prestigious awards. A fun, colourful day out for all the family. To find out more see page 22 www.yorkrotary.co.uk

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Monday 2 July 10am - noon at Huntington Library, Garth Road, York, YO32 9QJ. Drop in for coffee and cake and discover the events happening at Huntington Library and the wider Explore York family of libraries. We also have a book sale, free wifi and a Hudl Session!

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Books Holiday Reads

Sun-lounger worthy reads to keep you occupied this summer. SALVAGE THE BONES - JESMYN WARD

With so many new releases each year, it’s all too easy for books to get buried in the sands of time. Salvage the Bones deserves to be unburied. 15-year-old Esch lives with her three brothers, her alcoholic father and the memory of her mother in a crumbling shack in Mississippi. Hurricane Katrina is on the way and the family is woefully unprepared. If you’re a fan of Alice Walker or Harper Lee, and love getting lost in a devastatingly beautiful read, this one is for you.

THE LOST FLOWERS OF ALICE HART - HOLLY RINGLAND

Alice spends her days hiding from her father and helping her bruised, fragile mother tend to the garden. She’s kept away from school, family and the local village. But then one day tragedy strikes and Alice’s world starts to open up. Can she put her demons aside, or is she destined to repeat her parents’ mistakes? A perfect summer read, although you may find it a struggle to tear yourself away.

HOW I LOSE YOU - KATE MCNAUGHTON

How I Lose You is a love story, told backwards. Eva’s husband Adam dies in chapter one. As Eva struggles to come to terms with her loss, we learn about their story in a series of flashbacks. Back in the present day, Eva stumbles across an email in Adam’s inbox that suggests he was hiding something. In her search to uncover his secret, Eva discovers shocking truths about herself.

WISHES UNDER THE WILLOW TREE - PHAEDRA PATRICK

Benedict Stone is a jeweller in a quiet country village, as was his father before him. Benedict’s marriage is going through a rocky patch, so the last thing he needs is a teenage niece he’s never met

turning up on his doorstep. Together, the unlikely duo work to win Benedict’s wife back. Wishes Under the Willow Tree is an enjoyable, easy read, and as added bonus, you’ll learn a little about gem stones along the way.

THE FAMILY NEXT DOOR - SALLY HEPWORTH

Pleasant Court is a nice neighbourhood, full of respectable families. People don’t talk about their problems. So when Isabelle Heatherington, single and attractive, moves in, she ruffles more than a few feathers. The secrets people have tried so hard to bury start coming out, as Isabelle seems to know rather a lot about her new neighbours. An enjoyable domestic drama, with a few twists and turns to keep you sitting by the pool until the sun goes down.

I STILL DREAM - JAMES SMYTHE

It’s 1997. In between making mix-tapes and arguing with her mum, Laura Bow finds time to create a computer programme. She calls it Organon. At first, Organon is just something to tell her thoughts and feelings to – an online journal that talks back. But as the years pass, it becomes clear that Laura has created an AI with more potential than she could ever have imagined. A gripping read.

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Local Groups ACTIVITIES AND HOBBIES CLAXTON & SAND HUTTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP Rachel 07970 956022. CRAFT AND CHAT GROUP 01904 762255. CUPPA IN THE LOUNGE 01904 400315 EWENIQUE MACHINE KNITTING CLUB 01904 399697. THE FRIENDS OF YORK WALLS www.yorkwalls.org.uk friendsofyorkwalls@gmail. com FLAXTON GARDENING CLUB jands.chambers@zen. co.uk. FNT wwwfntyork.orgor email fnt@gmail.com HAXBY & WIGGINTON FLOWER CLUB paulinewatkins@ hotmail.co.uk or www. haxbyandwigginton flowerclub.com HAXBY & WIGGINTON GARDENING CLUB Ginny Mason 01904 768516 HAXBY & WIGGINTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP Clare 079800 26690. WIGGINTON & HAXBY WEDNESDAY CLUB (formerly the W & H Over 60’s).Meet on the 1st Wednesday of the month at Wigginton Recreation Hall YO32 2PL. Contact Margaret 01904 760625 or email rosemarygeary@ sky.com HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB Val Whitcher 01904 761282

HUNTINGTON PETANQUE CLUB Dennis Woodcock 01904 762698 or Sheila on 01904 768849. HUNTINGTON BRIDGE CLUB Marianne 01904 761892. HUNTINGTON OVER SIXTIES CLUB Sonia 01904 632782. JAMYANG BUDDHIST GROUP YORK Contact maggi.purcell@ hotmail.com NEW EARSWICK BRIDGE CLUB 01904 760639. NEW EARSWICK CAMERA CLUB newearswick.cc@ btinternet.com or martinstubbsyork@ hotmail.com NEW EARSWICK FLOWER CLUB www.newearswick flowerclub.org uk or 01904-763090. NEW EARSWICK SWIMMING CLUB 01904 768163 or www. newearswicksc.co.uk. Coaching enquiries: 01904 765397 or email memberships@ newearswicksc.co.uk. NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY GROUP Bryan 01904 764648 or www.yorkareagroup. co.uk. SILVER SONG BOX Thea Jacob 01904 634390 STRENSALL BRIDGE CLUB John 01904 769618. STRENSALL CAKE CLUB 3rd Wed mthly. 7-9.30pm at Durlston Drive Community Centre, off Barley Rise, Strensall

STRENSALL DINING GROUP 01904 490987. STRENSALL LOCAL HISTORY GROUP 7.15pm on last Wed of month in Strensall Village Hall. Lesley 01904 490556 Pauline 01904490676 STRENSALL READING GROUP Sarah 01904 490876 or Pam 01904 764518. STRENSALL STRIDERS Facebook or Email strensallstriders@outlook. com. WRITERS TOGETHER Betty 01904 701972 or Linda 07484 180696. YORK & DISTRICT SPINNERS, WEAVERS & DYERS www.yorks-guild-wsd. org.uk Madeline 01904 784274 or m.evans104@gmail. com YORK AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Thurs, 8pm at the Bishopthorpe Social Club YORK BONSAI SOCIETY. Andy 01757 268145. YORK CAVING CLUB 07747 063181 or www. yorkcavingclub.org.uk or info@yorkcavingclub. org.uk. YORK FLOWER CLUB For information please call Elaine on 07706 119435 or email elainesectan@yahoo. co.uk YORK GARRISON WAR GAMING CLUB Lee on 07990 544365 or www.yorkgarrison.co.uk YORK LADIES CIRCLE www.ladiescircle.co.uk/ York.

YORK MODEL BOAT CLUB Annette 01904 750441 or Trevor 07719 107650 www.yorkmodelboatclub. co.uk YORK PHILATELIC SOCIETY Richard Billinge 01904 411455 or richard. billinge@btinternet.com or Tony: 01904 411378 or aew6@york.ac.uk or Trevor 01904 764140 or trevorcollins834@ btinternet.com. YORKSHIRE MINIATURISTS ASSOCIATION Ann 01757 288974 or Elizabeth 01904 795361. YOUTH CLUBS AT OAKEN GROVE COMMUNITY CENTRE 01904 769176. info@oakengrove.org.uk YORK JAPAN SOCIETY For details: email yorkjapansociety@ outlook.com or find us on Facebook. YORK RI SPEAKERS CLUB Peter Jensen at yorkshirecomic@gmail. com YORK SCOTTISH DANCE CLUB Monday Evenings 7.30 to 10pm English Martyrs’ Church Hall. Dalton Terrace, York YORK SCRIBES www.yorkscribes.co.uk

ADVICE & SUPPORT AGE UK YORK 01904 627995 or visit www.ageukyork.org.uk. ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY YORK 01904 567701 or yorkservices@alzheimers. org.uk www.alzheimers.org.uk. SAVE A BABY’S LIFE Workshops Held

75 throughout the City. 01904767452

encephalitis.info. or visit www.encephalitis.info

01904 639853 or www. rspb.org.uk/groups/York.

CANCER CARE CENTRE 01904 721166.

THE WILBERFORCE TRUST 49 North Moor Road, Huntington, York, YO32 9QN 01904 760037. www.wilberforcetrust. org.uk YORK AND DISTRICT PAIN MANAGEMENT SUPPORT GROUP Gordon 01904 491141 or Jill 01904 708490 or www.ypmsg.co.uk.

YORKSHIRE MAMMAL GROUP www.yorkshiremammal group.org.uk or join our Facebook page for updates

CITIZEN ADVICE BUREAU 0844 826 9705 or www. yorkcab.org.uk. EBOR LIFESAVING CLUB Marie 01904425751 or email eborlsc@hotmail. co.uk HALVES 01904 345870 or email info@arkchurch.co.uk MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY YORK BRANCH 01904 758577 or www2.mssociety.org. uk/York MYASTHENIA GRAVIS LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP Ron 01904 679939 or 07715 943406 or mail ron.middlemass@ outlook.com MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP Lesley Ogle 01347 822919 or lesleyandderekogle@ hotmail.com OAKEN GROVE SURFERS 01904 769176. OLDER CITIZENS ADVOCACY YORK â&#x20AC;&#x201C; OCAY 01904 676200 or ocay@ btconnect.com. PARKINSONS UK Jayne 0844 2253632 or Kate 01904 758355. REFLECT 01904 676710 or visit www.reflectyork.co.uk SAMARITANS OF YORK & DISTRICT 01904 655888 or 08457 909090 or www. samaritans.org.uk. SHOPMOBILITY IN YORK 01904 679222. THE ENCEPHALITIS SOCIETY Admin Line: 01653 692583. Support Line 01653 699599 or mail@

YORK CARERS CENTRE Supporting unpaid carers who live, or care for someone who lives, in York. www.yorkcarers centre.co.uk. 01904 715490 enquiries@ yorkcarers centre.co.uk YORK CORONARY SUPPORT GROUP TRUST www.ycsgt.org.uk YORVIK GATEWAY CLUB. 07593 380973 or www. yorkvikgatewayclub. co.uk YORK RACIAL EQUALITY NETWORK 01904 642600 or info@ yren.co.uk or www.yren. co.uk YORK RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS GROUP (YORKRA) Meet on the 2nd Saturday of every month at Priory Street Centre 3-5pm. Visit www.yorkra. org or email susan. blore@btinternet.com or call Susan on 01904 642227

ANIMALS & WILDLIFE HEARING DOGS FOR DEAF PEOPLE 01844 348100 or email info@hearingdogs.org. uk or www.hearingdogs. org.uk. ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS YORK LOCAL GROUP

FRIENDS OF RAWCLIFFE MEADOWS www.rawcliffemeadows. wordpress.com

ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDS OF ST NICHOLAS FIELDS 01904 411821. HAXBY AND WIGGINTON AGAINST FRACKING This group opposes fracking and unconventional shale gas extraction primarily in the local area. Meet on the first Wednesday of each month at Haxby Sports Bar North Lane 7.30-9.30pm. Email. Hawagainstfracking@ gmail.com HAXBY AND WIGGINTON YORK IN TRANSITION 01904 760659. RIVER FOSS SOCIETY 01904 766206 or www.riverfosssociety. co.uk YORK NATURAL ENVIRONMENT TRUST yorknet.wordpress.com

FUNDRAISING BRITISH RED CROSS Linda 01904 692550 or Helen 01904 693027. FRIENDS OF YORK HOSPITALS. 01904 726762 or email friendsofyorkhospital@ york.nhs.uk. RNLI GALTRES FOREST BRANCH Sue Lowe 01904 491133 or antheahirst99@yahoo. com

HISTORY CITY OF YORK AND DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Mike: 01904 767013 or www.yorkfamilyhistory. org.uk. HAXBY & WIGGINTON LOCAL HISTORY GROUP Ian 01904 768516. SHERIFF HUTTON HISTORY GROUP Meg 01347 878 136 or meg.ashbridge@hotmail. co.uk TANG HALL LOCAL HISTORY GROUP, YORK www.tanghallhistory.com 01904 345942 or emaill tanghallhistory@gmail. com YORK LIBRARIES 01904 552660.

MUSIC & THEATRE CITY OF YORK PIPE BAND Laura 01904 763243 or John 01423 879519. EUPHONICS LADIES CHOIR. Val 01904 758285 FRIENDS OF YORK THEATRE ROYAL. friends@yorktheatreroyal. co.uk. GENERATION GROOVE COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND Martin Leach 07790 566492 or www. generationgroove.org.uk HAXBY SINGERS. Bob or Edna on 01904 769136 HEWORTH LADIES CHOIR Sheila 01904 704234 TAKE A BOW 01904 769176 or info@ oakengrove.org TRACK 29 LADIES CLOSE HARMONY CHORUS Contact Polly on 01904 424902 or 07467 069476 or email geofft1944@hotmail. co.uk

76 STAMFORD BRIDGE SINGERS info@ stamfordbridgesingers. co.uk or www. stamfordbridgesingers. co.uk THE COBWEB ORCHESTRA (YORK GROUP) Wednesday evenings, Steiner School, Fulford Patrick 07733 266792; patrickcburnett@gmail. com http://www. cobweborchestra.org.uk/ THE MONDAY PLAYERS, ESCRICK www.mondayplayers. com THE SHEPHERD GROUP BRASS BAND Charles 07802 190250. YORK CONCERT BAND . Jill 01904 629065. YORK FAMILY CHOIR www.singing communities.co.uk YORK LIGHT ORCHESTRA 01904 870759 or www. ylo.org.uk. YORK SECOND SUNDAY CEILIDHS Call Ros Batchelor on 01904 624216 or visit www.yorkceilidhclub. org.uk

PLAYGROUPS EARWIGS, NEW EARSWICK 01904 552646. HAXBY PLAYGROUPS 01904 768966 or email manager@ haxbyplaygroups. org.uk or www. haxbyplaygroups.org.uk LITTLE FISHES Strensall 01904 490683 THE WONDER YEARS 01904 758717 www.the-wonder-years. co.uk HUNTINGTON PRESCHOOL & TODDLERS Lynne 01904 765017

or enquiries@ huntingtonpreschool. org.uk. MARYGATE PRESCHOOL 07922 538027. marygatepreschoolyork@ yahoo.com.marygatepre schoolyork.co.uk ORCHARD PARK PRESCHOOL Sandra 07407 700315 or 01904 626361. POPPLETON UNDER FIVES www. poppletonunderfives.org. uk or 07530 342716 SHERIFF HUTTON PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP www.sheriff-huttonplaygroup.org or 07717 799646. SHERIFF HUTTON BABIES AND TODDLERS GROUP. Margaret 01347 878314 SHIPTON PRE-SCHOOL & TODDLERS. 07546 571089. SINNINGTON PRE SCHOOL Kerry or Suzanne 07799727656. STOCKTON LANE PLAYGROUP Fiona 07746 806426. STOCKTON ON THE FOREST BABY & TODDLER GROUP Contact Julie MorganCox 07742 026446 STRENSALL TINY STEPS TODDLER GROUP 01904 442826 STRENSALL STEPPING STONES PRE-SCHOOL Vicki 01904 442826 TREASURE CHEST www.treasurechest.org. uk or helpline:support@ treasurechest.org UKELELE SOCIETY The Fox Inn, Stockton on the Forest Bring your own ukulele and join fellow enthusiasts. Come and join us every other Wednesday evening at 8 pm. For more details contact Paul on 400747

YORK FAMILY INFORMATION SERVICE 01904 554628 or text ‘info’ to 07624 802244.

AIR CADETS, EASINGWOLD 2487@aircadets.org

SCOUTS & GUIDES

CIVIL SERVICE MOTORING ASSOCIATION (CSMA NOW “BOUNDLESS”) Open to all civil and public servants. Contact 01757 706981 or email janice.st@tesco.net www.boundless.co.uk

CHRIST CHURCH RAINBOWS, BROWNIES & GUIDES (Stockton Lane) Contact Anne Tong 01904 425046 DUNNINGTON SCOUTS, CUBS & BEAVERS Brian Prince 01904 489364/07552 353571 or bjprince56@yahoo. co.uk DUNNINGTON RAINBOWS & BROWNIES Karen Prince 01904 489364. 2ND HAXBY & WIGGINTON SCOUT GROUP Linda Parkinson 01904 769167. HAXBY MOOR DISTRICT GIRL GUIDING www.girlguiding.org. uk/interested. Emma Chester 01904 760258 or email chester.emma@ btinternet.com 1ST HEWORTH SCOUT GROUP Matthew 07974901386 or www.1st-heworth. org.uk 29TH YORK (HUNTINGTON ALL SAINTS) RAINBOWS Stephanie Easton 07875 541520 LORD MAYORS OWN SCOUT GROUP Dave Petty 01904 761206. Email: lordmayorsown.york@ gmail.com. www. lmoscoutsyork.org.uk CHRISTCHURCH SCOUT GROUP (STOCKTON LANE) Simon Errington 01904 430651 STOCKTON ON THE FOREST SCOUT GROUP Kath Shapcott 01904 421096.

SOCIETIES

HAXBY & WIGGINTON U3A dinah.tyszka@gmail.com MINSTER LIONS CLUB OF YORK Tel: 0845 833 9578. Email: info@minster-lions. org.uk STRENSALL & HUNTINGTON WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Dorothea Scarlett 01904 761198 WHITE ROSE AIRCREW ASSOCIATION Peter West 01765 640409 email: peterwest33@yahoo. co.uk. WIGGINTON & HAXBY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Angela Bailey 01904 763229. wiggihaxbywi. wordpress.com THE YORK BRANCH OF THE YORKSHIRE REGIMENT ASSOCIATION [YORK YRA] Meet monthly at Worsley Barracks, on Fulford Road, York on the second Wednesday of each month. Contact can be made via our Facebook Page “Friends of The YRA York Branch” YorkRegimental Association or by email YRA.York.Secretary@ GMail.com

VILLAGE HALL HIRE FOSTON & THORNTON LE CLAY VILLAGE HALL Fiona 01904 468773. HAXBY SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB 01904 768300

77 www. haxbysportsand socialclub.co.uk HAXBY MEMORIAL HALL www.haxbymemorialhall. org or 01904 764358. HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HALL 01904 760044. OAKEN GROVE YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Catherine or Ellie 01904 769176. ORCHARD PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE Badger Paddock,Huntington YO31 9EH. To book a party please email info@ orchardpark.org.uk or phone & leave a message on 07759 126680 POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL www.poppletonroadhall. org.uk. or 786008 SAND HUTTON AND CLAXTON VILLAGE HALL 01904 468001 SHERIFF HUTTON VILLAGE HALL Steph 07913 409 689 or email villagehall@ sheriffhutton.co.uk SHIPTON COMMUNITY CENTRE www.facebook.com/ ShiptonByBeningbrough or 01904 470586. SKELTON VILLAGE HALL www.skeltonvillagehall. co.uk. Bookings Secretary on 01904 470564 STOCKTON-ON-THEFOREST VILLAGE HALL For all enquiries and bookings please contact Jill Hawkins on tel (01904) 400442 STRENSALL AND TOWTHORPE VILLAGE HALL strensallvillagehall. co.uk Email strensallhallbookings@ yahoo.co.uk , or call Charlotte on 07562 398777.

THE BOARD SCHOOL HUNTINGTON MEETING CENTRE 01904 760246 or 760044 or maureen@ huntingtoncentre.plus. com

www.haxbykarate.co.uk or info@haxbykarate. co.uk.

THE OLD SCHOOL, WIGGINTON 01904 761569 or clerk@ wiggintonparishcouncil. org.uk WIGGINTON RECREATION HALL 01904 761569 or rosemarygeary@sky.com

HEWORTH TENNIS CLUB www.heworthtennisclub. co.uk or email info@ heworthtennisclub.co.uk

POPPLETON BADMINTON CLUB Caroline Steel 01904 787191 or carosteel@ hotmail.co.uk

HUNTINGTON TUESDAY MIXED BADMINTON CLUB Pauline Thompson 01904 653327

SANDBURN HALL BADMINTON CLUB. Stephen Marshall 01904 490440.

HUNTINGTON JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB Karl 07896 674299 or gafbr@rocketmail.com. Jason 07714471271 HUNTINGTON SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB PETANQUE CLUB Kevin on 768381 or Sheila on 768849

SHERIFF HUTTON BOWLS CLUB Jill Johnson 01347878545. Email: jilljohnson878@yahoo. co.uk or Roy Thompson 01347878644 email: thompsonroy5@gmail. com STRENSALL COMMUNITY YOUTH AND SPORTS ASSOCIATION 07951 920308 or strensallsa@tesco.net. STRENSALL FOOTBALL CLUB. Clare Inkster 07932 392231

WALKING GROUPS 2ND SUNDAY RAMBLING CLUB Helen 01904 782891 or Hazel 01904 760897. WIGBY WALKERS Joyce 01904 762605 or Sheila 01904 692519 YORK RAMBLERS www.yorkramblers.org.uk or eastyorkshireramblers. org.uk

SPORTS CLUBS CAPOEIRA IN YORK John Jobling on john@ciyc.org.uk or 07962963406 DUNNINGTON FUN SQUASH Dunnington. 5-8 years. Gary on 07739 808698 or email gs.crossland@ btinternet.com DUNNINGTON SPORTS CLUB - TABLE TENNIS Tuesday evenings, 7.30 - 10pm. Angie 07919 577522 or Ron 01904 489046 GREYFOX TABLE TENNIS York RI, Queen Street, York. Contact Keith on 01904 777364 or 07899 944637 or email keithmayhew@hotmail. com Or Russell on 07879 245228. HAXBY SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Ian 07909 991541or

HAXBY TOWN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB Neil 01904 761908.

NEW EARSWICK CRICKET CLUB Paul 07533655470 or paul.stimpson3@ btinternet.com or Matt 07885282937 or matty_ noble@hotmail. co.uk HAXBY NETBALL CLUB Hannah on 07811 428731 HUNTINGTON MILLERS NETBALL CLUB Pam 07547 095 603 or junior section, Audrey Smith 01904 761641. NEW EARSWICK INDOOR BOWLING CLUB Bowling Coaching Sessions. Every Friday Evening 6.30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8pm Tel: 750230. All new bowlers welcome NEW EARSWICK TENNIS CLUB Joanne 07835 948593 HUNTINGTON MILLERS NETBALL CLUB Audrey Smith 01904 761641 / 07936 746 439 / 07547 095 603 TORASHIN KARATE CLUB Ian on 01904 490753 or

ian.torashin@gmail.com www.torashin.co.uk PARTNERSHIP GYMNASTICS CLUB Ruth 07886926420

STRENSALL LAWN BOWLING CLUB Jenny 01904 491010 STRENSALL SHORT MAT INDOOR BOWLS Jackie 01904 492993 STRENSALL AND TOWTHORPE LAWN TENNIS CLUB Ross Welsh strensalltennis@gmail. com

ADVERTISERS' INDEX AERIALS & AUDIOVISUAL

Paint X..............................39

Interiors...............................6

OVEN CLEANING

Aerial Services...................63 BLTV Aerials......................51

COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY

GARAGE DOORS & REPAIRS

Ultraclean..........................65

NYCOM.............................58

Hobman Garage Doors.......68 Premier Garage Doors........48

ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES AP Design Services............24 Prospect Design.................14 ATTRACTIONS & EVENTS Burton Agnes Hall..............24 Dalby Forest......................23 Egton Show.......................21 Haxby Sports & Social Club..26 Malton Agricultural Show....21 Ryedale Festival.................25 City Cruises York................27 York Theatre Royal.............31 Yorkshire Arboretum...........20 BATHROOMS Monks Cross Tiles and Bathrooms.........................47 Ryedale Kitchens & Bathrooms.........................37 BLINDS AA Blinds..........................48 Blind Image.......................16 VW Blinds..........................46 BUILDERS ALH Builders......................36 D Barker Building & Joinery.. 58 CARE Barchester Healthcare..........3 CARPET & FLOOR CLEANING Clifton Carpet Cleaning.......18 Future Carpet Cleaning Services............................64 Johnsons Floor Care..........45 Smart Cleaning Group........61 Ultraclean..........................65 CARPETS AND FLOORING Acomb Flooring Company...15 Ebor Carpets......................47 JS Woodcraft.......................6 Pocklington Carpets...........10 CARS & SERVICING JR Motor Services..............39

COURSES Activ8 Learning..................30 DENTISTS Howardian Dental Practice.. 33 DENTURES Smile Denture Clinics.........35 DRAINAGE Easaway Environmental......64 DRIVEWAYS Ground Solution Services....67

GARDENING Astek Landscapes..............69 Colourfence York................72 DRL Tree Services..............68 Ground Solution Services....67 Linear Fencing...................71 Oakwood Landscaping.......72 On The Fence....................72 RV Roger Rose Festival.......29 R Verity Plant Hire..............70 Sharps World of Wood........71 York Gardens.....................68 York Landscapes................68 Yorkshire Tree Surgeons.....68

ELECTRICIANS GRAPHIC DESIGN Deighton Electrical Services.... ........................................16 Number 23........................44 HC Engineering..................52 HEALTH, BEAUTY & FITNESS Judge Electrical.................48 The York Hearing Practice...13 ESTATE AGENTS JOINERY Your Move Anscombs.........80 Joinery and Property Services. FENCING & SHEDS ........................................58 Colourfence York................72 JW Joinery........................45 Linear Fencing...................71 Norton Joinery...................15 On The Fence....................72 KITCHENS & BEDROOMS Sharps World of Wood........71 York Landscapes................68 Calladeneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Interiors...........47 Dream Doors.....................55 FIRE & SECURITY Instyle Kitchens & Bedrooms.. Derventio Fire & Security....18 ..........................................7 Instyle Kitchens & Bedrooms FIREPLACES & STOVES Facelifts............................19 Focus Fireplaces................11 Kitchen Revive...................59 Hovingham Fireplaces........57 Moonlight Bedrooms..........53 Ryedale Kitchens & FOOD & DRINK Bathrooms.........................37 Beechwood Close Hotel......24 York Home Improvements...45 The Red Lion Country Inn...26 MARKETS The White Swan Inn...........21 Hovingham Village Market..22 FUNERAL DIRECTORS MOBILITY JG Fielder & Son................61 MV Mobility.......................33 FURNITURE & INTERIORS OPTICIANS Classic Upholstery..............61 Jody Gray Upholstery & Haxby Opticians.................33

PAINTERS & DECORATORS Dave Kavanagh Painting & Decorating.........................58 SP Essex Painting & Decorating.........................64 Thomas Bucher.................63 PEST CONTROL York Environmental Services... ........................................10 PETS & EQUINE Tunnel Aquatics.................65 Wagging Tails....................65 PLANT HIRE R Verity Plant Hire..............70 PLASTERING A&B Plastering...................46 PLUMBING & HEATING DJC Plumbing, Heating & Gas Engineers..........................18 GW Plumbing......................2 Haxby Plumbing & Heating.36 HC Engineering..................52 Kenson Gas, Heating & Plumbing.............................5 Plumbing by Taylor.............58 The Direct Boiler Company.36 TP Plumbing......................63 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Joinery and Property Services. ........................................58 JW Joinery........................45 RMB Building Maintenance..... ........................................36 York Home Improvements...45 Yorkshire Home & Property Services............................48 Yorkshire Loft Ladders........49 RENEWABLE ENERGY Peak Power Systems..........18 RETIREMENT HOMES The Red House....................9

Roll of Honour During the past two and a half years the Tang Hall Local History Group have undertaken research on York and district men who did National Service between 1948 and 1963. To date we have recorded over 100 men, 64 from York. It is thought that there are still others who served but have not been recorded. There will a range of fun and games, with Donkey Rides (back from last year) Rodeo Rides for both adults and children, games, stalls and lots of refreshments...something for everyone. The money we raise will go towards the Playground Project and we are very grateful this year to be supported by the New Earswick Parish Council.

ROOFING & GUTTERING Able Roofing......................58 Roofguard.........................36 Wetheralds Roof Systems...17 SOFT FURNISHING Classic Upholstery..............61 Jody Gray Upholstery & Interiors...............................6 SPORT York Golf Range.................27 TILES Monks Cross Tiles and Bathrooms.........................47 Direct Tile Importers...........45 TRAVEL Conexo Travel....................43 TREE SURGEONS DRL Tree Services..............68 Yorkshire Tree Surgeons.....68 UPHOLSTERY Classic Upholstery..............61

Jody Gray Upholstery & Interiors...............................6

If this applies to you and you would like your National Service recorded please telephone Ralph Peacock on 01904 421656 for details. To quote from the National Service men we have spoken to, “We are all growing old and in a few years we will be just a memory” and “Glad that someone is pulling all this together, as it will soon be lost history”.

Puzzle answers

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