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elcome to the March edition.

Mother’s Day will fall on Sunday 15th March and it’s time to show your appreciation! As a mum, I know! Of course expensive gifts are not needed. Last year, thanks to my daughter, I had breakfast in bed and it was lovely to be made to feel special. Capturing the moment, this month’s column from Emily is all about Mother’s Day. It’s a must read about how she and her sisters treat their mum on Mother’s Day (see page 26). Nicky and I were shamelessly reduced to tears over our keyboards. Lucky lady! One of the quirks, and there are many, in publishing the magazines is the comments our readers come back with. We have many tales of appreciation but also correction on our grammar over an apostrophe and, as last month, on our historical accuracy. In last month’s competition to find a viking, we stand corrected in by a reader in Haxby for pointing out to us that Vikings did not actually wear horns on their helmets! The Handy Mags are all about supporting our communities. For our businesses we have paidfor advertising space, and for our local charities

and not-for-profit groups we give away space for free. However, we have been amazed in the office this month (actually we’ve been pretty cold, but amazed as well!) how few people actually know this. It really is free, utterly free, to local not-forprofit organisations and charities. As a community leader, or a willing member of the public planning a community event how else will you get to say what you are doing to 24200 households, a possible 50,000 faces! You just have to ask Nicky and she will ‘make it so’; no strings! Well done to GW Potter for winning the January competition. Until next month…

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LOST AND FOUND They say you can both lose yourself and find answers to the meaning of life in a good book. We’ve put together a collection of some of the best stories about getting lost, being lost, and (sometimes) being recovered. Whatever age we are sometimes, we all feel a little lost and disoriented. This will help get you back on the right track- from a literary point of view at any rate.

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There’s going for a walk to clear your head and then there’s deciding to trek eleven-hundred miles on your own. Twenty-six year old Cheryl Strayed has just lost her mother to cancer and her marriage to irreconcilable differences. She packs up her life and decides to hike along the West Coast of the United States, from the Mojave Desert in California up into Oregon and finally Washington State. She’s not a hiker and she has doesn’t really have a plan, other than to keep on walking. It’s an incredible journey, dominated by soul-searching and physical endurance. Read it with a cuppa and your feet up- or in a tent up a mountain somewhere if you’re that way inclined.

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Life of Pi - By Yann Martel

This is an incredible novel, and if you haven’t read it or heard about then you must have been stranded on a boat in the middle of the Pacific for some considerable time. Sixteen year old Pi is searching for answers and meaning to his life when he becomes lost at sea after a cargo ship sinks. His only companions are a lame zebra, a blood-thirsty hyena, a sea-sick orang-utan…and a 450 pound Bengal tiger. Not the most ideal of situations but what unfolds is the most incredible story of survival. Beautiful.

tale of schoolboys who find themselves washed up on a desert island after a plane crash has stood the test of time, with new readers discovering it from every generation. There’s camaraderie at first, with allegiances formed and survival skills kicking in. But events soon take a sinister turn and leader Ralph finds he has a bit of a mutiny on his hands. Who wants to spend all day doing chores when you have a tropical island to explore and enjoy? Civility quickly descends into anarchy and sadly, not everyone will leave the island alive.

The Thousand Autumns of Jacob de Zoet - By David Mitchell

From acclaimed author David Mitchell, this novel’s set just before the turn of the 18th century, in 1799. Clerk Jacob de Zoet becomes stranded on the Dutch East India Company trading post of Dejima just as war breaks out between the English and the Dutch. The historical novel focuses on the story of the Dutch trader’s love for a Japanese midwife and it’s a compelling tale, but it’s the attention to detail that makes this novel so remarkable as Mitchell paints a brilliant and elaborate picture of Japanese life and culture at that time.

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Not so much lost as taken- Gemma is a teenage girl who’s kidnapped at Bangkok airport and transported to the Australian Outback by her captor, the unusually gorgeous Ty. Gemma starts to develop a serious case of Stockholm syndrome and begins to see her captor in a different light. The story is recounted through a letter Gemma is writing to Tythe man who wanted her and her alone. Once again, the descriptions of the harsh and unforgiving Aussie landscape give it a great presence, as though it’s essentially the book’s third main character.

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Sète - Water Jousting problem, a small fleet of motor boats buzzes around, ready to pluck the unfortunate fully soaked heavyweight out of the deep. Sometimes a burly jouster will miss the water altogether and drop like a stone into the opponents’ boat. Oh la la… The crowds cheer, laugh, clap, the judges scribble copious notes for it isn’t just about getting wet or staying dry; speed, accuracy and respect for the rules matter too.

etween the vast lagoon of Thau and the blue waters of the Med. in the south of France, Sète is a delightful place crisscrossed by canals where myriad boats tie up along the quays. Quaint flower-draped bridges span the water, seafood restaurants set up their tables in the shade and pastel-coloured lanes climb up the hill for spectacular views. But the ‘Little Venice of Languedoc’ comes into its own at the height of summer when water jousting is in full swing, staging over 50 tournaments across the region. Most prestigious of all is the heavyweight Grand Prix held in Sète on the feast of St Louis. Tingling with anticipation, crowds gather early on the banks of the Royal Canal to watch the opening parade and the first ‘pass of honour’ when opponents exchange the traditional handshake and if they know each other well, a resounding kiss on the cheek

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in true French style. Two boats will compete, one red, one blue, each one with an oboist and a drummer playing traditional melodies in the bow to set the tone for the long-awaited festival. With their beribboned straw hats, they look straight out of a Venetian painting. Meanwhile, the White Knights take up their positions, 10 on each boat, most of them fishermen, entirely neutral but the strongest fastest oarsmen you’ve ever seen. Captain at the helm, the first star jouster climbs on the pedestal rising at the stern two metres above the water while others wait in line for their turn. All is set for action, shield protecting the jouster’s chest, long wooden spear with steel tips held tight under the right arm. Oboists and drummers break into a frenzy, excitement mounts on all sides and the red and blue boats race furiously towards each other, ready to send the first jouster diving into the water. Which will it be, the blue, the red, both of them maybe? No

At the end of the day, the winner will receive the best prize of all, ‘immortality’, just like a god, when his name is inscribed on the jousting shield, as per tradition for the past 348 years. Sète held its first jousting tournament on 29th July 1666 to mark the foundation of the harbour which would be linked to the Canal du Midi, then at the planning stage. In the early days of jousting, the blue boat was for bachelors, the red one for married men. Today colours denote different districts but wherever you come from, being a jouster is like belonging to a brotherhood, You are upholding an ancient tradition which reflects the very soul of Sète, a city on water where future generations train with pride in the local jousting school. Colourful, exciting and free to watch, jousting in Sète is one of the most exciting festivals in Languedoc.

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SHORT STORY FLOPPITY POPPITY by Jackie Brewster

“No can do, Dad”, Maxwell peered through his parents’ window into the twilight, “I’m checking the coast is clear”.

Floppity Poppity had been a present from Aunty Betty for Maxwell’s first birthday. He had sat in the corner of Maxwell’s bedroom and been a wrestling partner, a makeshift beanbag and a comforter through chicken pox. Maxwell loved him, just not enough to have him in his flat.

“Didn’t you buy that fancy sports car to attract the ladies?” Colin chuckled, picking up his newspaper.

“Chuck him in a skip”, Colin said bluntly. “The Dawson’s on the corner have got one, and it’s only half full”.

“Your neighbour, Dolores Bagwell, is no lady. She treats me like a free taxi service”, moaned Maxwell, “the second I unlock the car she virtually leaps into the passenger seat”.

“I’m sure they’d be delighted if Floppity suddenly appeared in it”, Maxwell said sarcastically.

the familiar sound of high heels tottering up the drive. His heart sank.

“They’d be fine, I’ve already asked them”. Colin quickly hid behind the sports page. Maxwell’s mouth fell open, “you want me to just throw him away, like we owe him nothing? Can’t you just put him back in my bedroom once you’ve decorated?”

“Maxwell darling”, Mrs Bagwell called, “the off-licence please. And be quick, it closes in ten minutes”.

“Maxwell, we need to talk about the rabbit”, Colin said gruffly, “will you please stop twitching the curtain?”

Maxwell closed the curtain and looked at his Dad. He knew what this was about. “You’re not getting rid of Floppity Poppity”, he said, “and that’s final”. “Mum and I want to decorate the spare room, and it’s time the rabbit went”, Colin said. “Went where?” Maxwell asked suspiciously. “I’m sure there’s space in your flat”, Colin smiled. Maxwell grimaced. His flat had nothing but space, and that’s the way he liked it. It had reclaimed oak floorboards, and zinc worktops. Floppity Poppity, a four foot cuddly rabbit with one ear, a tatty bow, and some mysterious stains would certainly not go with his decor. “I don’t see why I’ve got to take him just because you’re giving my bedroom a lick of paint”, Maxwell sulked, “it seems very selfish”. 38 • info@thehandymag.co.uk

“It hasn’t been your bedroom for over ten years and why you still need a cuddly toy is beyond me”. “I can’t believe you could be so heartless”. Maxwell snatched up his car key. “I’m going”. “Take the rabbit with you”, Colin called after him. Maxwell bundled the rabbit out of the house, slamming the door behind him. Opening the passenger door of his car he sat Floppity down on the seat. The rabbit looked sadly at him. “I guess it’s time to say goodbye old fellow”, Maxwell said, and, in one last tender gesture, fastened the seatbelt around him. Maxwell was getting into the driver’s side when he heard

“Mrs Bagwell, I can’t…”, Maxwell began. “Who’s that? A lady friend?” Mrs Bagwell peered indignantly through the windscreen at the shadowy figure inside. “That’s no good, she’s in my seat”. Maxwell seized his opportunity, “Yes, that’s, er, Flo”. “Flo who?” Mrs Bagwell asked resentfully. “Flo who sits in the passenger seat now”, he added cryptically and quickly started the engine. Reversing off the drive, he called, “Dad would love to give you a lift”. Then he grinned at the sound of Mrs Bagwell’s urgent knocking on his parents’ front door. “Floppity, old friend”, Maxwell smiled, accelerating past the Dawson’s skip, “I think you’ve just found a whole new purpose in life”.

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York Literature Festival returns for eleven days of author events, music, comedy and much more.

ver 40 events will take place throughout York, featuring talents such as Jenni Murray, presenter of BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour. The popular television historian, Dr David Starkey, will be at York Grand Opera House on March 22nd to discuss ‘York’s place in History’ and Guardian journalist Polly Toynbee will talk about her new book, ‘Cameron’s Coup’, at the launch event on March 22nd at York St John University. ‘As we’re so close to an election, we have several politically-themed events this year,’ explains festival Director Miles Salter, ‘as well as

several events that are inspired by York’s rich history.’ Historian Tracy Borman will discuss the life of Thomas Cromwell, the man who features in the recent BBC drama ‘Wolf Hall.’ There’s also ‘An Evening With The Minster Men’, a celebration of York City Football Club. You can download a copy of the festival programme from www.yorkliteraturefestival. co.uk and follow the festival on Twitter, @YorkLitFest. The festival runs from 19th to 29th March.

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For example, if you are a fan of live sporting events, a team of North Yorkshire Police Officers will be taking on Joseph Rowntree School staff in a friendly football match at the school on 20th March at 1630hrs and any support for either team would be much appreciated.

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Lord Mayor of York’s Charity Gala Concert York Barbican. Sunday 29 March 2015 – 7.00 pm

s part of the fundraising efforts for the Lord Mayor of York’s Charities (York Against Cancer and York Teaching Hospital Charity) a Gala Concert featuring a wealth of local York talent will take place at York Barbican on Sunday 29 March 2015 at 7.00pm. A specially commissioned school choir, (York Civic Youth Choir), of over 150 children, under the leadership of Molly Newton, a local music teacher and lecturer of education, will take to the stage along with another specially commissioned group, The York Civic Orchestra under the baton of Tom Marlow. York Concert Band, the Grand Old Uke of York, buskers Rachel Croft and Leo James Conroy, Sam Johnson’s Big Band will also appear along with A group of young male singers from Archbishop Holgate’s School, “Archies Boys Aloud”. Further guests are expected to be invited to complete the programme for this musical extravaganza. The night will be hosted by BBC Radio York’s Jonathan Cowap. The Lord Mayor says ‘This concert will be a wonderful showcase of the local talent we have in York and the

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LADIES – GET INTO GOLF IN 2015 new practice facilities, a great clubhouse, catering and social programme plus a first class Professionals Shop and coaching team. If you are interested in getting into golf and joining the fun at York Golf Club in 2015, please contact either the pros shop on 01904 490304 or the secretary’s office on 01904 491840 or visit www. yorkgolfclub.co.uk for more information.

In its 125th anniversary year, York Golf Club is encouraging more ladies to get into golf with a series of free sessions suitable for anyone interested in taking up the sport. Young or old and of any ability, golf is a great sport which mixes fresh air and exercise with an opportunity to socialise and have fun. Mark Rogers, Head Professional at the Club, says “It doesn’t matter if you’ve never played golf before or haven’t picked up a club since your school days or an almost-forgotten holiday, the intention is to make sure everyone enjoys themselves. And there’s evidence that golf is good for you too! As well as burning calories, it is proven that golfers live five years longer than the rest of the population’’.

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Flying Ducks present The Wiz the younger, and sometimes less confident, members of the cast. And it’s not just the youngsters who are keen to get involved, many of their parents support the group with fundraising, producing, costume-making, refreshments and much more. Sue Blanchard, chairperson, said “Putting on an annual show is obviously the most important aim for the youth group but with this we hope to introduce you to new skills and techniques across acting, singing and dancing. It will help you build confidence as well as having fun with friends and meeting new ones!” Flying Ducks Youth Theatre are a combination of both ‘Ducklings’ (up to around 12yrs) and ‘Flying Ducks’ (12-18yrs).

his month I was fortunate to be invited to visit Flying Ducks Youth Theatre at one of their practices in Haxby for The Wiz at Joseph Rowntree Theatre in March.

The Wiz should be a fantastic show. For tickets, please contact Michael Whyte on 01904 768963 or York Theatre Royal Box Office.

They are an enthusiastic group of 12 to 18 year olds who get together to sing, dance and perform. The group puts on one big show every year in the spring and this year is no exception. The Wiz obviously lives in Oz and he’s also the man Dorothy needs to help her get back home to Kansas! But in this modern, urban version of the much-loved ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ by L.Frank Baum, Dorothy’s journey through the surreal Land of Oz to the Emerald City is told through amazing rock, gospel and soul songs and energetic dances. Flying Ducks Youth Theatre are very proud to present this spectacular award-winning musical adventure written by Charlie Smalls and William F.Brown. The Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion all join Dorothy on her quest, and there is still the matter of the Wicked Witch of the West to contend with! Back to the practice and the group was hardworking but obviously having fun. It was interesting to see how much the older teenagers supported

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Land Rover has split its range into three distinct ‘pillars’. There’s Range Rover, the soon to be retired Defender range and then there’s Discovery. The Disco Sport is the first and where it sits in the range will become clear as the new models are unveiled.

WHAT’S UNDER THE BONNET?

A diesel engine. Yes, for now at least, just the one. Jaguar Land Rover has an all-new set of power plants waiting in the wings, but they’re not ready yet. It comes in six-speed manual or nine-speed automatic guises, has 190bhp and 420Nm of torque. CO2 emissions are 161g/km and it’ll return 47.1mpg. It’s nothing ground-breaking, but there’s little wrong with it either.

VERDICT

There’s no doubt the Discovery Sport is a marked improvement on the Freelander. The interior is a vast improvement; it’s comfortable and has plenty of room in the front and back. The multimedia system is better than before, although not perfect, and off road it’s in its absolute element. However, with no time on ‘normal’ roads on the launch it’s impossible to report on what it would be like as a daily driver. We’ll reserve judgement on that for a later date. Still, we doubt this will harm the Disco Sport’s popularity the brand is on such a role it’s going to fly out of the showrooms.

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Not too bad at all. There’s a new infotainment system which Land Rover have been crying out for. There’s a new suite of apps which run on a smartphone and can be displayed on the car’s screen. Four trims are available - SE, SE Tech, HSE and HSE Luxury and options include an armrest cooler and warmer box, seven USB points and headrest mounted iPad holders.

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Mother’s Day Around The World By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk

others deserve attention all year round, so why do we celebrate mothers on one special day - and do other countries follow suit?

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Traditionally, on ‘Mothering Sunday’ (the fourth Sunday in Lent) people returned to their baptismal ‘mother church’. As their parents’ home was often nearby, over time the day became a holiday for visiting family. Flowers were gathered on the way home and mums received Simnel cakes. Observance of Mothering Sunday gradually withered but after its revival in 1920 it spread throughout the Empire, becoming known as Mother’s Day.

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Most countries have a Mother’s Day, but origins and traditions vary. Unless stated otherwise, countries below follow U.S. tradition, celebrating on the second Sunday in May. In France, American soldiers introduced their Mother’s Day during the First World War. Originally focussed on fertile mothers, today Fête des Mères celebrates all mothers, who traditionally receive a cake shaped like a bouquet of flowers. France celebrates on the last Sunday in May, as does Sweden, where the Red Cross sells plastic flowers in aid of deprived mothers. In Italy mums receive a heart-shaped cake, but on the second Sunday before Christmas children in Yugoslavia tie their mother up until she gives them treats. Egypt’s Mother’s Day on 21st March is celebrated with songs devoted to mothers. In Nepal, children return to the family home on “Aama ko Mukh Herne Din” (“to see Mother’s face”) on the last day of Baishak dark fortnight, making breakfast for their mothers and giving them gifts, favourite foods and new clothes. Those who have lost mothers visit Mata Tirtha, a sacred site with a pool in which they ‘look upon their mother’s face’. 54 • info@thehandymag.co.uk

The USA didn’t keep English Mother’s Day, but Anna Jarvis campaigned for one in honour of her mother, who introduced “Mothers’ Friendship Day” after the Civil War. At a church service on the second anniversary of her mother’s death (the second Sunday of May), Anna distributed her mother’s favourite flowers: white carnations. Today they signify mothers who have passed away, while coloured carnations honour mothers still living. In Australia, Mother’s Day grew from Janet Heyden’s campaign to give gifts to lonely inmates of Newington State Home for Women. Schoolchildren in Japan draw pictures of their mothers for a nationwide competition and winning pictures travel the country in a mobile exhibition. Mexico’s Mother’s Day on 10th May was once a pawn in battles between government and church on modernisation and materialism. It now celebrates both mothers and the Virgin Mary. Children often arrive at their mother’s house the night before. Traditionally the day starts with mass before mothers are presented with a breakfast of tamales and atole, but many mothers are now treated to breakfast at home, accompanied by a song. In Paraguay, Mother’s Day is celebrated with Dia de la Patria (Independence Day) on 15th May, to honour Juana María de Lara’s role in winning Paraguay’s independence. Similarly, Bolivia’s Dia de la Madre Boliviana on 27th May commemorates the women killed fighting for independence in the Battle of Coronilla. In Ethiopia, their ‘Antrosht’ celebration lasts three days, beginning after the rains have ceased (usually October/November). Traditionally, mothers cook a special meal but daughters provide dairy products, vegetables and spices while sons bring the meat. Afterwards they enjoy traditional songs and dances. So why not celebrate Mexican-style this year and sing your Mum a song? Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 3rd March

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COX & BOX, PLUS A SELECTION OF GILBERT AND SULLIVAN FAVOURITES COX & BOX

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SHERIFF HUTTON JUMBLIES 21 MARCH Jumble Sale

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HAXBY AND WIGGINTON TRANSITION GROUP 7 MARCH Sharing Event

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STRENSALL & HUNTINGTON WI 17 MARCH Meeting

Dallas Celebration Cakes present ‘Easter celebration cakes’. Competition - A decorated egg. Held in Strensall Village Hall at 7.15pm.

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ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS, YORK 12 MARCH Illustrated talk on “Wildlife, Wild Places” By John Gardner. 7.30pm at Temple Hall, York St. John University, Lord Mayors Walk, York, YO31 7EX. Non-members welcome. Entrance £3. Group members, £3.50 non members.

YORK LIGHT OPERA 3 - 14 MARCH York Light Present South Pacific

WIGGINTON & HAXBY WI 12 MARCH Meeting

1930’s - ACWW by Freda Shaw. Competition - Knitting for Charity At St Mary’s Church Hall at 7.30pm.

SHERIFF HUTTON HISTORY GROUP 25 MARCH Meeting

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Includes warm up and cool down in the tranquil surroundings of our recently installed sensory room with 45 minutes plus of activities designed for those who can’t usually access sport.Sessions are every other Wednesday 1.30 – 3pm. £10 per session.

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Appreciate the sights, sounds, smells and tactile nature of the multi-sensory room. All abilities welcome. Please book in advance as numbers are limited. Sessions take place every other Tuesday 10am – noon and 1 – 3pm. £5 per session.

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WELBURN VILLAGE HALL 14 MARCH Fake Thackray

7.30pm at Welburn Village Hall “An Evening without Jake Thackray” is a heartfelt celebration of the genius that was Jake Thackray. Funny, witty, satirical, irreverent and gloriously un-PC songs combined with Jake’s story in his own words. John Watterson has been highly acclaimed as Fake Thackray at a wide variety of venues across the UK including the Edinburgh Festival. For tickets priced £8 contact Elaine on 01653 619276 or e-mail welburnvh@gmail.com

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A melodrama adapted from the 1935 film by Alfred Hitchcock and rewritten by Patrick Barlow in 2005.

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Music Night is a fundraising concert for the Joseph Rowntree Theatre.

12 - 14 MARCH The Wedding Singer York St John Musical Production Society

Celebrating MPS 50th Anniversary. A 1985 musical comedy, Rock Star wannabe Robbie Heart is a well-known, well-loved wedding singer until the light of his life - Linda, leaves him standing at the altar. Distraught after being jilted by his bride Robbie sets out to destroy everyone else’s wedding - then he meets Julia an admiring young waitress who Robbie falls for - only Julia is about to marry a Wall Street shark! Can Robbie pull off a show stopping performance and win the girl of his dreams?

18 - 21 MARCH A Little Night Music

A tangled web of love, passion and endless possibilities in Sondheim’s most popular show

He’s The Wiz and he lives in Oz! He’s also the man Dorothy needs to help her get back home to Kansas! But in this modern, urban version of the much-loved ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ by L.Frank Baum, Dorothy’s journey through the surreal Land of Oz to the Emerald City is told through amazing rock, gospel and soul songs and energetic dances. Flying Ducks Youth Theatre are very proud to present this spectacular awardwinning musical adventure written by Charlie Smalls and William F.Brown. The Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion all join Dorothy on her quest, and there is still the matter of the Wicked Witch of the West to contend with! 7.30pm. Sat Matinee 2.30pm Tickets £10, £8 concessions Contact Michael Whyte 01904 768963 or York Theatre Royal Box Office or www.flyingducksyouththeatre.com

MARGARET BERG SCHOOL OF MUSIC 18 APRIL Grand Gala Concert

In aid of NSPCC. Songs from the Musicals. Performed by Margaret School of Music. Produced by Julie Christie. 7.30pm at Joseph Rowntree Theatre. Tickets £12. Email julie@pchristy.freeserve.co.uk or telephone 01904 766227 or 07811 242184

HAXBY & WIGGINTON FLOWER CLUB 10 MARCH Members Practice Night

Each class will do their own interpretation of a title given. Visitors are welcome to watch members at work and see if they agree with the judge. Entrance for non-members is £5 on the door.Tea and coffee served afterwards. New members welcome. Contact Janet Pepper 01347 823601 Club website www. haxbyandwiggintonflowerclub. com

FLAXTON GARDENING CLUB 16 MARCH Meeting

Kew Through the Seasons by David Matthewman. David will tell us of the vagaries of a passing year at this worldrenowned garden, known for its horticultural skills and educational worth. Indoor meetings are held in Flaxton Village Hall and commence at 7.30 pm. Visitors are always welcome. Entry charge at the door (£1 for members and £3 for non-members)) There is a small raffle at every indoor meeting.

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WHAT’S ON: Local events in York. HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB NELLIVISION 6 MARCH NELLIvision cinem@thefolkhall Boyhood (15)

7.30pm. A coming-of-age drama film shot intermittently over the course of a 12year period depicting the adolescence of a young boy. Boyhood won Best Motion Picture at the Golden Globes and is nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. Tickets from The Folk Hall, New Earswick,from 20th February telephone 01904 769621. Adult £4 Child £2. Refreshments available

10 APRIL Back to the Future (PG)

7.30pm. The “Special 30th Anniversary”. A young man is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-travelling DeLorean invented by his friend, Dr. Emmett Brown, and must make sure his high-school-age parents unite in order to save his own existence. Tickets: Adults £3, Children £1.50

For further details please email c_cooke@talktalk. net. Please note that there may be unavoidable changes in programming due to circumstances outside the The Folk Hall’s control. Cinem@The Folk Hall New Earswick Tel: 01904 769621

For more details and to book tickets visit www. cgtheatre.co.uk

3 MARCH Meeting

The Tukes of York by Malcolm Walker. At Haxby Methodist Church Hall (opposite Haxby Pond) at 10am for coffee before a prompt start at 10am. Membership costs only £15 per year and new members are always welcome. For details of PROBUS call Peter Stanhope on 01904 760467

SOUTH BANK COMMUNITY CINEMA 13 MARCH Wadjda (PG)

‘Wadjda, the first film to have been entirely filmed within Saudi Arabia, by the nation’s first female director, is boundary-pushing’ according to The Telegraph. A charming, deceptively simple and often funny story of a young girl’s quest for a bicycle, Wadjda offers an insight into life in contemporary Saudi Arabia.

27 MARCH All is Lost (12A)

COMMON GROUND THEATRE 6 MARCH

7.30pm at Fairfax House, York

21 MARCH

7.30pm at Caffe Nero, Davygate, York

Kitty Bridges’ Pocket Book Of Tunes

Inspired by the poem and folk music found in a small pocket book from 1745, this is a lively and lyrical piece of storytelling, with a playful and irreverent nod to the era that bore it. A lively mix of contemporary storytelling, poetry and song. The evening ends with an opportunity to enjoy an extended musical set with called dances, the tunes and steps taken directly from the authentic Georgian pocket book that bears Kitty’s name.

‘All Is Lost’ is a bold, gripping thriller and features a stunning performance from Robert Redford (The Sting, Out of Africa), this picture follows the struggle of a lone sailor after his boat collides with a shipping container. Tickets from £3. Doors open at 7.30pm, film at 8.00pm, with an introduction.

South Bank Community Cinema, Clements Hall, Nunthorpe Road, York YO23 1BW www.sbcommunitycinema. co.uk info@sbcommunitycinema. co.uk

HUNTINGTON METHODIST CHURCH 28 MARCH Easter Fair

10am to 1.30pm. There will be

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refreshments including lunches, and various stalls including cakes, crafts, jewellery, books, bric-a-brac and plants, also space for prayer and reflection. Proceeds for Church funds.

YORK LITERATURE FESTIVAL 19 - 29 MARCH The full programme of events can be found www. yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk.

RACE NIGHT IN AID OF KAGANDO CARE 6 MARCH

7.30pm at York Sports Club,

Shipton Road, York. £6 (includes Pie and Pea supper) Tickets from Anita 01904 594852

RIVER FOSS SOCIETY 4 MARCH Foss Walk 1

A circular walk of about 5 miles, leaving the Dutch House near Crayke at 9.30 am and arriving back for lunch at about 1 pm. Contact Bob Jowett 01904 764702 or email bob.jowett1@ btopenworld.com

19 MARCH A special evening for Members who have joined since March 2012 (and any prospective members)

At the Huntington Community Centre at 7pm. This will be an opportunity to meet the Committee and each other, hear about the Society’s activities and enjoy some light refreshments. There is no need to book.

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10.30am. 8 miles circular Low Town Bank Car park opp gliding club

4 MARCH

10.30am.11 miles circular Little Blakey

4 MARCH

10.30. 9 miles circular. Tadcaster car park near Bus Station

STOCKTON ON THE FOREST COMMUNITY SOCIAL EVENT 14 MARCH Ceilidh

7-10pm at the Village Hall. All ages and everyone is invited. Tickets £4 adults, £2 children. Bring your own drinks and bring a snack for the sharing buffet. Don’t feel you have to come to dance - come and enjoy the music, chat with friends old and new and find out what’s on at the Village Hall. For tickets and information, please call Karen on 870759 or email sofnews@sky.com

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10.30am. 8 miles circular Coneysthorpe crossroads

10.30am. 8 miles circular Rudston near church

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YORK RAMBLERS

Contact June Card tel: 01904 766196 or e-mail junecard700@ gmail.com

10.30am. 7 miles circular Pocklington Bus Station 11am.10 miles linear. Hovingham to Malton (public transport) 10.30am. 9 miles circular City of Troy Maze, Brow Wood

10.30am. 10 miles circular Hutton le Hole car park 10.30am. 7 miles circular Hovingham Village Hall car park 9.55am. 8 miles linear. Pannal to Knaresborough (public transport) 10.30am. 8 miles circular Brandsby Village Hall car park

18 MARCH

10.30am.10 miles circular Markington Church

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WHAT’S ON: Local events in York. STRENSALL LIBRARY 6 MARCH Introduction to eBay Course

Free event. Places MUST be booked in advance.

ASKHAM BRYAN COLLEGE GARDENING CLUB 17 MARCH Meeting

An illustrated talk entitled “Ideas From The Back Gardens of Britain” by Matthew Biggs, gardener, writer and broadcaster. Starts at 7.30pm in the Conference Hall, Askham Bryan College, Askham Bryan, York, YO23 3FR. Members free admission, visitors £7.50 on the door.

27 MARCH Minecraft event for children 3.30 - 4.30pm. Free admission. Please ring to book a place.

4 APRIL Easter Fair

2-4.30pm. Free admission. £6 to book a pitch.

For more information on any of the above or to book a place please contact Sarah at the library on 01904 552677 or email strensall@exploreyork.org. uk

7 MARCH Eco-Active Day

ST NICKS 5 MARCH Organic Gardeners’ Question Time

7-9:30pm Have your questions answered by an experienced panel recruited from York Organic Gardeners Association, including Jane Thurlow and Tony Chalcraft who manage a highly productive 1-acre organic garden in Acomb suburbs. If you have any spare seeds, bring them along to swap with others. Light supper available. Entry: £2 for non-members/ free to members

10am-2pm Help with a range of conservation tasks in the nature reserve. We will be making improvements to the site entrances by clearing unsightly and non-native scrub, coppicing willow trees and planting hardy native evergreen species such as gorse and broom. Free entry, includes lunch

Eco homes wanted!

St Nicks charity is organising York Open Eco Homes event on 16-17 May, thanks to funding from the Green Open Homes network. The event will showcase and offer advice on various eco-refurbishment/ green building measures such as insulation, efficient window glazing, low energy lighting

HAXBY & WIGGINTON U3A 20 MARCH U3A Talk

2pm at Wigginton Recreational Centre. U3A Talk -’ Queen Victoria - Surprising and Lesser Known Facts’.

LORD MAYOR OF YORK’S CHARITY GALA CONCERT 29 MARCH Gala Concert

7pm at York Barbican. As part of the fundraising efforts for the Lord Mayor of York’s Charities (York Against Cancer and York Teaching Hospital Charity) a Gala Concert featuring a wealth of local York talent. All the funds raised from the event will go to York Against Cancer and the York Teaching Hospital Charity. Tickets, £14 adults, £12

systems, renewable heating or electricity generation. The aim is to show a wide range of measures from small to big ones in different types of houses across the city. If you’ve made any energysaving improvements in your home and would be happy to open doors to visitors for a few hours on that weekend, please get in touch with the event organiser Ivana on 01904 411821 or info@stnicks.org.uk to find out more.

St Nicks Environment Centre, Rawdon Ave., York YO10 3ST Telephone 01904 411821 or visit www.stnicks.org. uk

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concessions and children under 14 are on sale from the York Barbican Box Office on 0844 854 2757.

SUNDAY 8 MARCH AND WEDNESDAYS 4, 11, 18, 25 MARCH

BLOOD DONOR SESSIONS 9 MARCH Wigginton Recreation Centre

1.30pm - 4pm and 5 - 7pm.

THE CHARLES DICKENS (MALTON) SOCIETY 10 MARCH ‘What a Stink (Badger Billinge)

2pm at the Counting House Museum. With all human waste being thrown into the Thames, the ‘Great Stink’ in 1858 prompted engineer Joseph Bazalgette to design and build Londons’s first sewerage network, thus reducing the smells and relieving the city of cholera outbreaks.

FREE 4 WEEK FIT CAMP STARTS MID MARCH Join the Free 4 Week Fit Camp. Get results and have fun doing it !!!! 8 Fitness Sessions Plus 2 Extreme Challenges (optional) Fitness Evaluation Wellness Coaching & Nutrition Education People of ALL Ages & Fitness Levels Welcome. Starts Mid March. Runs Tuesday, Thursday (Morning or Evenings). Location Shipton by Beningbrough. Contact Rachael at 247activehealth@gmail.com 07741 145 777

New Earswick Sharing Together would love to see you at the Sleeper Path Community Garden and Allotment on Wednesday mornings between 10am and 12 noon and on second Sundays of each month between 2pm and 4pm.

STRENSALL COMMUNITY EVENTS 9 MARCH Community Ceilidh for all the family

At Strensall village hall, 7.3010.30pm. £8 Adults, £5 Children or £25 family ticket. Tickets available from Lynette on 07817 649616

24 MARCH Meeting to discuss Strensall Carnival

7.30pm at The Ship, Strensall. All welcome. Or alternatively if you would like to help with the plans for the Carnival, please email Strensallcc@outlook.com.

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ACTIVITIES & HOBBIES CLAXTON & SAND HUTTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP Contact Rachel: 07970 956022. CRAFT AND CHAT GROUP Contact: 01904 762255. EWENIQUE MACHINE KNITTING CLUB Contact 01904 399697. FLAXTON GARDENING CLUB Indoor meetings are held in Flaxton Village Hall and commence at 7.30 pm jands.chambers@zen.co.uk. HAXBY & WIGGINTON FLOWER CLUB Contact paulinewatkins@ hotmail.co.uk or visit our website www. haxbyandwigginton flowerclub.com HAXBY & WIGGINTON GARDENING CLUB We meet the second Sunday for February and March 2015. Re-commence the second Sunday for October, November and December 2015. Meet in St. Mary’s Church Hall at 2.30pm.We welcome new members to our friendly club where we have speakers and visits. For further details contact Ginny Mason, 01904 768516 HAXBY & WIGGINTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP Contact Clare: 079800 26690. HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB Peter Stanhope on 01904 760467 HUNTINGTON PETANQUE CLUB Call Dennis Woodcock on (01904) 762698 or Sheila on (01904) 768849. HUNTINGTON BRIDGE CLUB Contact Marianne: 01904 761892. HUNTINGTON OVER SIXTIES CLUB Contact Sonia: 01904 632782. NEW EARSWICK BRIDGE CLUB Contact: 01904 760639. 74 • info@thehandymag.co.uk

NEW EARSWICK CAMERA CLUB Meets every Thursday evening 7:30 - 9:30pm between September and April at The Friends Meeting House, New Earswick. New members always welcome. For further information contact, newearswick. cc@btinternet.com or martinstubbsyork@hotmail. com NEW EARSWICK SWIMMING CLUB Contact: 01904 768163 or visit www.newearswicksc. co.uk. or ring Coaching enquiries: 01904 765397 or email memberships@ newearswicksc.co.uk. NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY GROUP Contact Bryan: 01904 764648 or email: www. yorkareagroup.co.uk. SHERIFF HUTTON ANGLERS www.shanglers.wordpress. com For futher details contact either of the following. Mr Mike Kirby - Secretary Tel 01904 415932, kirbym@ btconnect.com or Mr Phillip Wileman (Treasurer) Tel: 07983300068, phillipwileman@hotline. co.uk SILVER SONG BOX Contact Thea Jacob on 01904 634390 STRENSALL ST MARY’S ART GROUP Telephone 01904 492217 or 01904 490079 STRENSALL BRIDGE CLUB Strensall Village Hall, Thursday at 7pm For nonserious bridge. Contact John: 01904 769618.

6.15pm. Please just turn up on a Wednesday evening or contact us through Facebook or Email strensallstriders@outlook. com. YORK & DISTRICT SPINNERS, WEAVERS & DYERS Contact: 01904 794795 or 07598 929912 YORK AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Meets each Thursday at 8pm at the Bishopthorpe Social Club in Bishopthorpe. YORK BONSAI SOCIETY. Contact: Andy 01757 268145. YORK CAVING CLUB Contact: 07747 063181 or visit www.yorkcavingclub. org.uk or email: info@ yorkcavingclub.org.uk. YORK GARRISON WAR GAMING CLUB Contact Lee on 07990 544365 or www. yorkgarrison.co.uk YORK LADIES CIRCLE See our website www. ladiescircle.co.uk/York. We are also on Facebook & Twitter YORK MODEL BOAT CLUB Contact Ray 01904 702480 Contact Steve: 01904 424155 or www. yorkmodelboatclub.co.uk YORK PHILATELIC SOCIETY Contact 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.

STRENSALL DINING GROUP Contact: 01904 490987.

YORKSHIRE MINIATURISTS ASSOCIATION Contact Ann: 01757 288974 or Elizabeth: 01904 795361.

STRENSALL READING GROUP Contact Sarah: 01904 490876 or Pam: 01904 764518.

YOUTH CLUBS AT OAKEN GROVE COMMUNITY CENTRE 01904 769176. info@oakengrove.org.uk

STRENSALL STRIDERS Meet every Wed at the Ship Inn in Strensall at

YORK RI SPEAKERS CLUB We offer coaching/ guidance/support in Public

Speaking/Presentations in a very friendly and informal manner. We meet in York every other Thursday and people are welcome to come along free of charge to a couple of meetings to see if it is for them - beginners are absolutely welcome with no obligations to speak until they feel ready. For more information contact Peter Jensen at Yorkshirecomic@ gmail.com YORK SCRIBES York Scribes was formed in 1990 to encourage enthusiasts and practitioners of calligraphy to increase their understanding, knowledge and skills. For details of workshops and membership please contact Judith England (j.england. bunter@gmail.com).

ADVICE & SUPPORT AGE UK YORK Contact: 01904 627995or visit www.ageukyork.org.uk. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE SOCIETY Contact 01904 567701 or email yorkservices@ alzheimers.org.uk or visit www.alzheimers.org.uk. IT Centre, York Science Park, Innovation Way, York YO10 5NP. SAVE A BABY’S LIFE Workshops Held throughout the City. Contact Tel. 01904767452 BREATHE EASY YORK Contact Sue: 01904 410 003 or visit www. breatheeasyyork.co.uk. CANCER CARE CENTRE The Centre is open Mon to Fri 9.30am - 4.30pm. Contact: 01904 721166. CITIZEN ADVICE BUREAU Free and confidential advice. Contact: 0844 826 9705 or visit www.yorkcab. org.uk. EBOR LIFESAVING CLUB Learn lifesaving skills with qualified RLSS trainers. Contact the secretary on

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YORK • MARCH 2015 • ISSUE 110 eborlsc@hotmail.co.uk or Tel. 01904 767452 HALVES Lost your other half? If so, we meet for a friendly chat over refreshments. Trinity Methodist Church, Monkgate, York. 1st Sat each month at 12pm. Contact Margaret: 01904 415894 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY YORK BRANCH Contact: 01904 758577 or visit www2.mssociety.org. uk/York MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP Contact Lesley Ogle for more information 01347 822919 or lesleyandderekogle@ hotmail.com OAKEN GROVE SURFERS Contact: 01904 769176. OLDER CITIZENS ADVOCACY YORK – OCAY Contact: 01904 676200 or e-mail ocay@btconnect. com. PARKINSONS UK Contact Jayne, Information& Support Officer: 0844 225 36 32 or Kate: 01904 758355. REFLECT Gateway centre, Acomb, Contact: 01904 676710 or visit www.reflectyork.co.uk or www.careconfidential. com. SAMARITANS OF YORK & DISTRICT 89 Nunnery Lane, York YO23 1AH. Contact: 01904 655888 or 08457 90 90 90 or visit www.samaritans.org.uk. SHOPMOBILITY IN YORK Second floor of Piccadilly Multistorey Car Park in York Centre. Contact: 01904 679222. THE ENCEPHALITIS SOCIETY 32 Castlegate, Malton, YO17 7DT. Admin Line: 01653 692583. Support Line 01653 699599. Email: mail@encephalitis.info. or visit www.encephalitis.info

YORK AND DISTRICT PAIN MANAGEMENT SUPPORT GROUP Contact Gordon: 01904 491141 or Jill: 01904 708490 or visit www.ypmsg. co.uk. YORK CORONARY SUPPORT GROUP TRUST For more information please visit www.ycsgt.org.uk YORVIK GATEWAY CLUB. Contact 07593 380973 or visit www. yorkvikgatewayclub.co.uk YORK RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP (YORKRA) Priory Street Centre, 15 Priory Street, York. Contact: 01904 642227.

ANIMALS & WILDLIFE HEARING DOGS FOR DEAF PEOPLE Contact: 01844 348100 or email info@hearingdogs. org.uk or visit www. hearingdogs.org.uk. ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS YORK LOCAL GROUP Contact: 01904 794865 or visit www.yorkrspb.org.uk. YORKSHIRE MAMMAL GROUP Please see our website www. yorkshiremammalgroup. org.uk or join our Facebook page for updates and more information. Professional and amateur naturalists and wildlife enthusiasts all welcome!

ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDS OF ST NICHOLAS FIELDS York Environment Centre, Rawdon Avenue, York, YO10 3ST. Contact: 01904 411821. HAXBY AND WIGGINTON YORK IN TRANSITION Contact: 01904 760659. RIVER FOSS SOCIETY. Contact the Secretary: 01904 760871 or visit www.riverfosssociety.co.uk. Most of our events listed in the ‘Whats on’ section are open to non-members

as well. FUNDRAISING BRITISH RED CROSS Contact Linda: 01904 692550 or Helen: 01904 693027. FRIENDS OF YORK HOSPITALS. Contact Friends Office: 01904 726762 or email friendsofyorkhospital@york. nhs.uk. MYASTHENIA GRAVIS LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP Contact Ron on 01904 679939 or 07715 943406 or email ron.middlemass@ o2.co.uk. RNLI GALTRES FOREST BRANCH Please contact Sue Lowe on 01904 491133 or antheahirst99@yahoo.com HISTORY CITY OF YORK AND DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Contact Mike: 01904 767013 or visit www. yorkfamilyhistory.org.uk. HAXBY & WIGGINTON LOCAL HISTORY GROUP Contact Ian: 01904 768516. STRENSALL LOCAL HISTORY GROUP Monthly meetings, hear a variety of speakers or to participate in workshops held in Strensall Village Hall on the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm. SHERIFF HUTTON HISTORY GROUP Contact Meg 01347 878 136 or meg.ashbridge@ hotmail.co.uk if you require further information. YORK LIBRARIES Contact: 01904 552660.

MUSIC & THEATRE CITY OF YORK PIPE BAND Contact Laura, Pipe Major: 01904 763243 or John: 01423 879519. FRIENDS OF YORK THEATRE ROYAL. Contact Membership

Secretary/York Theatre Royal, St Leonards Place, York YO1 7HD or visit friends@yorktheatreroyal. co.uk. GENERATION GROOVE COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND in Haxby. Contact Martin Leach 07790 566492 or visit www. generationgroove.org.uk for details of membership and forthcoming concerts. HAXBY SINGERS. Contact Bob or Edna on 01904 769136 HEWORTH LADIES CHOIR If you enjoy singing,please join us,no audition required. Or if you would like to make a booking ,please contact 01904 491913 or 01904 270342 for details or email johnallman189@btinternet. com IN-2-ACTING Contact 01904 769176 or admin@oakengrove.org.uk STAMFORD BRIDGE SINGERS To hire us or to join the choir please email: info@ stamfordbridgesingers. co.uk or visit www. stamfordbridgesingers.co.uk THE MONDAY PLAYERS, ESCRICK A local amateur theatre group based in Escrick. We are on Facebook and Twitter. Please ‘like’ and ‘follow’ us for all the latest news, information and photographs from within the Group - Facebook: search ‘Monday Players’. Twitter: @MondayPlayers or visit our website www. mondayplayerscom THE SHEPHERD GROUP BRASS BAND Ring Charles: 07802 190250. YORK CONCERT BAND . Contact the Secretary, Jill: 01904 629065. YORK FAMILY CHOIR A brand new singing group for the whole community. For details visit www. singingcommunities.co.uk

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YORK LIGHT ORCHESTRA Contact the secretary: 01904 870759 or visit www. ylo.org.uk.

PLAYGROUPS EARWIGS, NEW EARSWICK Centre information champion, on 01904 552646. HAXBY PLAYGROUPS Contact: 01904 768966 or email manager@ haxbyplaygroups.org.uk or visit www.haxbyplaygroups. org.uk LITTLE FISHES Hurst Hall, Strensall. 9.30 11am. Contact 490683 for more information THE WONDER YEARS Contact: 01904 758717 HUNTINGTON PRESCHOOL & TODDLERS Contact Lynne: 01904 765017 or email enquiries@ huntingtonpreschool.org.uk. MARYGATE PRESCHOOL at Clifton Methodist Church, Clifton, York. T: 07922 538027. marygatepreschoolyork@ yahoo.com marygatepreschoolyork. co.uk ORCHARD PARK PRE-SCHOOL Contact Sandra: 07407 700315 or 01904 626361. POPPLETON UNDER FIVES For more info visit www. poppletonunderfives.org.uk or call 07530 342716 SHERIFF HUTTON PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 9am3pm during term time. Please visit www.sheriffhutton-playgroup.org or telephone 07717 799646. SHERIFF HUTTON BABIES AND TODDLERS GROUP. Thurs 9:45-11:45am during term time at Sheriff Hutton Village Hall. Contact Margaret 01347 878314. SHIPTON PRE-SCHOOL & TODDLERS. Contact: 07546 571089. 76 • info@thehandymag.co.uk

SINNINGTON PRE SCHOOL Contact Kerry or Suzanne: 07799727656. STOCKTON LANE PLAYGROUP Contact Fiona: 07746 806426. STRENSALL PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP Contact Sarah: 01904 492937 or email sarahsmithpg@btconnect. com. STRENSALL TINY STEPS TODDLER GROUP Contact Stepping Stones Pre-school on 01904 442826 STRENSALL STEPPING STONES PRE-SCHOOL Contact Vicki on 01904 442826 TREASURE CHEST Contact: www. treasurechest.org.uk or helpline:support@ treasurechest.org. YORK FAMILY INFORMATION SERVICE Contact: 01904 554628 or text ‘info’ to 07624 802244.

SCOUTS & GUIDES DUNNINGTON SCOUTS, CUBS & BEAVERS Contact Group Scout Leader, Brian Prince: 01904 489364/07552 353571 or bjprince56@yahoo.co.uk Always on the look-out for leaders! DUNNINGTON RAINBOWS & BROWNIES Contact Karen Prince 01904 489364. Always on the lookout for new leaders! 2ND HAXBY & WIGGINTON SCOUT GROUP Contact Linda Parkinson: 01904 769167. HAXBY MOOR DISTRICT GIRL GUIDING To register visit www. girlguiding.org.uk/ interested. Contact District Commissioner: Emma Uttley 01904 760258 1ST HEWORTH SCOUT GROUP Contact Matthew on 07974901386 or visit

www.1st-heworth.org.uk for more info. 29TH YORK (HUNTINGTON ALL SAINTS) RAINBOWS Contact Stephanie Easton: 07875 541520 LORD MAYORS OWN SCOUT GROUP Contact Dave Petty (01904) 761206. Website www. lordmayorsown.btck.co.uk Vacancies for children 6 – 14 years. CHRISTCHURCH SCOUT GROUP (STOCKTON LANE) Simon Errington Tel: 01904-430651 STOCKTON ON THE FOREST SCOUT GROUP Contact Kath Shapcott: 01904 421096. AIR CADETS, EASINGWOLD Contact: 2487@aircadets. org

SOCIETIES HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB Contact Mike: 01904 769507. HAXBY & WIGGINTON U3A Contact John: 01904 769618. STRENSALL & HUNTINGTON WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Meet the third Tuesday of every month at 7. 15.p.m. in Strensall Village Hall. For more information please contact the Secretary, Dorothea Scarlett on 01904 761198 WHITE ROSE AIRCREW ASSOCIATION For more information and an application form please contact our membership secretary Peter West at 5, The Paddock, Melmerby, Ripon HG4 5HW Tel: 01765 640409 email: peterwest33@yahoo.co.uk. WIGGINTON & HAXBY OVER SIXTIES Contact Margaret, Secretary: 01904 760625 WIGGINTON & HAXBY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Contact Angela Bailey, 01904 763229

VILLAGE HALL HIRE FOSTON & THORNTON LE CLAY VILLAGE HALL Contact Fiona: 01904 468773. HAXBY MEMORIAL HALL Contact www. haxbymemorialhall.org or ring the caretaker: 01904 764358. HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HALL Contact the Caretaker: 01904 760044. OAKEN GROVE YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Contact Catherine or Ellie: 01904 769176. ORCHARD PARK RECREATION & COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Badger Paddock, Huntington, YO31 9EH. Charity No. 513935 www.orchardpark.org.uk e-mail: info@orchardpark. org.uk Bookings tel: 07759 126680 POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL Please visit www. poppletonroadhall.org.uk We have room hire for a variety of one off and regular events - please contact the Booking Secretary on 786008 SAND HUTTON AND CLAXTON VILLAGE HALL Contact: 01904 468001 SHERIFF HUTTON VILLAGE HALL Call Steph on 07913 409 689 or email villagehall@ sheriffhutton.co.uk SHIPTON COMMUNITY CENTRE www.facebook.com/ ShiptonByBeningbrough or Call 01904 470586. STOCKTON-ON-THE-FOREST VILLAGE HALL Contact: 01904 400409. THE OLD SCHOOL, WIGGINTON. Contact John and Wendy Jeffery 01904

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HAXBY NETBALL CLUB Contact the secretary, Alison: 01904 612268 or 07751 984840 or Val: 07708 050307.

2ND SUNDAY RAMBLING CLUB Contact Helen: 01904 782891 or Hazel: 01904 760897. WIGBY WALKERS Contact Dorothy 01904 767392 YORK RAMBLERS All the walks can be found on our website yorkramblers.org.uk or on eastyorkshireramblers.org. uk If you would prefer to have a booklet showing all the walks on offer from the York group and from the other Ramblers groups in our area, send a s.a.e. to Ramblers Membership Secretary, 11 Catherine Love Drive, Easingwold, York YO61 3GE

SPORTS CLUBS CAPOEIRA IN YORK Capoeira is an exciting Brazilian art form combining elements of martial arts, dance, music & acrobatics. Email or phoneJohn Jobling on john@ciyc.org.uk or 07962963406 HAXBY SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Contact Ian: 07909 991541or www. haxbykarate.co.uk or info@ haxbykarate.co.uk. HAXBY TOWN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB Contact Neil: 01904 761908. HEWORTH TENNIS CLUB www.heworthtennisclub. co.uk or email info@ heworthtennisclub.co.uk HUNTINGTON JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB Contact Karl: 07896 674299 or gafbr@ rocketmail.com. Contact Jason: 07714471271 NEW EARSWICK CRICKET CLUB Contact Paul: 07533655470 or paul. stimpson3@btinternet.com

STRENSALL LAWN BOWLING CLUB Contact Annette, Secretary: 01904 492807 STRENSALL SHORT MAT INDOOR BOWLS Contact Jackie: 01904 492993.

HUNTINGTON MILLERS NETBALL CLUB Contact Club’s secretary Pam: 07547 095 603 or junior section, Audrey Smith: 01904 761641.

STRENSALL THURSDAY EVENING BADMINTON CLUB For more details please call Stephen Marshall on 01904 490440 or stephen. marshall2@homecall.co.uk

NEW EARSWICK TENNIS CLUB Contact Joanne: 07835 948593

TERRINGTON LAWN BOWLS CLUB Contact: 01653 619276 emsg1967-bowls@yahoo. co.uk

HUNTINGTON MILLERS NETBALL CLUB Please contact Audrey Smith 01904 761641 / 07936 746 439 / 07547 095 603 PARTNERSHIP GYMNASTICS CLUB Contact Ruth: 07886926420 POPPLETON BADMINTON CLUB We play non-league badminton on Monday and Thursday evenings from 8.30 pm until 10.00 pm at The Poppleton Centre. For more details please contact Caroline Steel on 01904 787191 or carosteel@hotmail.co.uk”

WIGGINTON & HAXBY TABLE TENNIS Meets Oaken Grove Community Centre, Haxby on Tuesday 7-9pm. wiggintonhaxbytabletennis. co.uk WIGGINTON BOWLING CLUB Contact Colin: 01904 760877 or colin@cellis23. plus.com

WIGGINTON GRASSHOPPERS Contact Richard, FA Level 1 instructor: 07814 266987. YORK HOTSHOTS CHEERLEADING CLUB Contact Anna: 07507638804 or e-mail yorkhotshots@hotmail.co.uk YORK ROULEURS Visit yorkrouleurs.co.uk or email yorkrouleurs@gmail. com YORK VIKINGS BASKETBALL CLUB For more details contact Brian Prince: 01904 489364/07552 353571 or yvbc@yorkvikings.org.uk www.yorkvikings.org.uk).

SANDBURN HALL BADMINTON CLUB. Contact Stephen: 01904 490440. SHERIFF HUTTON BOWLS CLUB Our season begins mid April. New members are always welcome to this friendly club. More information next month. Contact Jill Johnson 01347878545 email : jilljohnson878@ yahoo.co.uk or Roy Thompson 01347878644 email: thompsonroy5@gmail.com

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