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Meet Blackpool’s Superstar School Pupil Superstar Emily goes 12 years without a single day off school

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mily Platt, from Bispham in Blackpool, has never missed a day of school in her life, arriving at the school gates every morning without fail.

The youngster, who completed her GCSEs this summer, will leave Blackpool’s Montgomery High School with an unblemished record, racking up a total of 2,280 consecutive school days.

It’s a phenomenal achievement for pupil, who had spent her primary years at Westcliff Academy, also in the town.

Emily, who walks in to school every morning, is believed to be one of the few pupils across the entire country who can make a claim to this perfect record.

The student has a keen passion for graphics and music and is hoping that her GCSE results will help her bag a place at a local sixth form to study them for A Levels.

And the stats are on her side.

Figures from the Department for Education say that pupils who don’t miss school are almost 5 times more likely to exceed expectations at the end of primary school, and are 4.6 times more likely to get more than five A* to Cs in their GCSEs. For the time being, however, Emily’s love of music means that she’s won an extra special prize for her extraordinary attendance.

Along with VIP tickets to the Sandcastle Waterpark and a trip up the town’s new High Ropes course, the star pupil has won a pair of tickets to see her favourite band, The Vamps, play as part of the Blackpool Illuminations Switch-on on 4 September.

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And the accolade is a great endorsement for Emily’s mum Jane, who has helped her make it through the school gates every single day.

“I’m really so proud of her,” Jane says. “She is very special to us. We think we’ve set a good example by continuing to go in to work every day. It stands her in good stead for the rest of her life and teachers her that when you have a commitment to a job in the future you can’t just have a day off.

“Parents evenings are lovely and really emotional as everybody tells us what a lovely girl she is – that she’s well behaved and is a credit to us.”

Cllr John Jones, Blackpool Council’s cabinet member for school improvement, was keen to praise Emily as an example of one of the town’s top students: “Emily is a perfect pupil and is a model example to every child and parent in Blackpool, let alone the country.

As for Emily, despite over 2,000 continuous days at school she still can’t decide on a favourite teacher.

“I like them all – they’ve all been really nice. I can’t pick my favourite one.”

TOP: Emily with her Award. RIGHT: The full Platt family celebrating Emily’s achievement.

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Superstar Professor Green and Little Boots added to iFest!

Professor Green and Little Boots are the latest huge names to be added to an absolutely stacked line-up for VisitBlackpool’s 2015 Blackpool iFest Friday night switch-on event.

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rofessor Green and Little Boots are the latest huge names to be added to an absolutely stacked line-up for VisitBlackpool’s 2015 Blackpool iFest Friday night switch-on event.

London-born rapper, singer songwriter and hip-hop superstar, Professor Green, is one of THE biggest names on the UK music scene.

His three studio albums have all proved hugely popular, been widely critically acclaimed and he has collaborated with some of the biggest names in UK music like Lily Allen, Tinchy Stryder, Miles Kane and Rizzle Kicks.

His 2011 collaboration with Emily Sandé, “Read All About It” stormed the charts to number one.

A multiple award winner at the MOBO, Urban Music and NME Awards, amongst many others, he has more than two million followers on both Facebook and Twitter, Blackpool’s very own pop superstar, Little Boots, meanwhile is an electropop superstar performer, singer and a world renowned DJ. With three fantastic studio albums to her name she has received huge critical acclaim scored massive hits with “Remedy” and “New in Town”. Her latest album “Working Girl” is out now.

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Professor Green and Little Boots are added as special guest stars to a line-up headlined by superstar band, The Vamps, and featuring special guests Lawson, Toploader, Only the Young and Becky Hill.

The Friday night Switch-On kicks off an exciting weekend of events at the Blackpool Tower Festival Headland between Friday 4 and Sunday 6 September with something for everyone to enjoy.

The Saturday night of the Blackpool iFest weekend will feature a line-up of chart-topping pop stars in association with Sky’s Vintage TV channel.

The line-up includes Bananarama, Jason Donovan and Paul Young, and will be hosted by TV and radio star, Pat Sharp.

Then on Sunday, some of the coolest names in British comedy will take to the stage, with one of the most recognisable and successful comics in the UK, Al Murray - The Pub Landlord, hosting and headlining the show alongside the likes of Chris Ramsey, Alun Cochrane, Tiff Stevenson, Carl Hutchinson and Craig Campbell.

Tickets, priced at £15 for each of the Saturday and Sunday shows, and are on sale now and a £30 weekend festival pass is also on sale. www.visitblackpool.com/switchon

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Welcome to Blackpool That will be the message from the town’s new Resort Ambassadors as they show visitors the way around Blackpool’s new £2.4m LightPool project.

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“We’re a bunch of people from a variety of different backgrounds but with one thing in common – we all love Blackpool!.”

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“The LightPool illuminations project is incredibly exciting and we’re looking forward to getting started.”

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Aldon coachworks joins as FIX AUTO strengthens Aldon Ford Fiesta from £139 its network in north-west england Coachworks Stop dreaming per month on Ford Personal Lease

Fix Auto UK has strengthened its North West proposition with Aldon Coachworks joininglocal as ‘Fixaccident Auto Blackpool & Fylde’.

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Ian Pugh, Fixadvise Auto UK, said: ‘The Northfor West of England is an area in which we’re looking you. Le Fylde Copse Road, Fleetwood, FY7 7PE Aldon Road, Poulton FY6 8JL In summingyour up his decision to join Fix damage Auto UK, Mr Halliwell, said: to strategically develop our footprint, and the Whether vehicle has minor or 01253 has 887040 Fleetwood Poulton ‘Security.

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On the same day our youth sections presentation night was also held at Blackpool Football Club for age groups U11s to Open Age. Every player received an award for representing the club and main squad awards given by the managers. We celebrated a successful season and the achievements of our U11s, U12s, U13s blacks and Sponsorship opportunities rangers and the U18s for either winning or runners up in The club has many available sponsorship opportunities various cup and league competitions. open to individuals and companies. The opportunities range from kit sponsorship and event sponsorship to The main club awards were presented on the night were trophy sponsorship for the whole club. Anybody interested The Peter Hoey Trophy for contribution to development contact chairman@cliftonrangersjfc.net (Andy McDonald-Secretary), the Volunteer shield (Mark Benson-social secretary), Youth manager of the year Presentation Evenings (Anton Heaton U12s) and Team of the year (Under 13 The presentation afternoon for our U5s – U10s was held Blacks). Again the 350 players and parents enjoyed a on 20th June at Blackpool Football Club. Every player was night of entertainment provided by CJ TAZZ. awarded a trophy for their involvement in the club and we acknowledged the U9s being runners up in the Hogan Our website is regularly updated with up-to-date Cup Final. The club presented an award for the parent information and contact details www.cliftonrangersjfc.net. representative of year (Paula Howard U9 Bees),Coach of If you would like to bring your child to Clifton Rangers, the year (Nigel Rimmer U8s) and junior manager of the or would like to get involved coaching / fundraising / year (Martin Sweeney U6s). The 300 children and parents voluntary work of any kind or you have a business that enjoyed entertainment provided by CJ TAZZ. could support us with our sponsorship and advertising opportunities, or donate a raffle prize / auction item, please contact our Chairman, Darren Holt on 07805 218306 or email: chairman@cliftonrangersjfc.net

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COMMUNITY BOUNDARY LIBRARY Bathurst Ave FY3 7RW Tel: 478270 Monday 9.30am-12.30pm, 1.00pm - 5.00pm, Tuesday closed, Wednesday 9.00am - 12.30pm 1pm - 5pm, Thursday closed, Friday 9.30am - 12.30pm 1.00pm 5.00pm, Saturday 9.30am - 12.30pm 1.00pm - 5.00pm Sunday closed LAYTON LIBRARY Talbot Road, FY3 7BD Tel: 478145 Monday 10.00am - 7.00pm, Tuesday closed, Wednesday 10.00am - 7.00pm, Thursday 10.00am - 5.00pm, Friday & Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm Sunday closed MOOR PARK LIBRARY Bristol Avenue FY2 0JG Tel: 478120 Monday 9.30am - 5.00pm, Tuesday 9.30am - 7.00pm Wednesday 9.30am - 5.00pm, Thursday 9.30am 7.00pm, Friday & Saturday 9.30am - 5.00pm, Sunday - closed ST WALBURGER’S CHURCH Open every Saturday to visitors throughout the year, 10am - 2pm. Refreshments provided. Trips up the Spire for a fee of £2. Tel: 07709574422 FOREST GATE BAPTIST CHURCH Forest Gate (off Whitegate Drive) invites you to join them for Sunday worship at 10.45am.

For more information, please ring 397400.

NOTICES AT HOME LIBRARY SERVICE residents who due to age, illness or disability find it difficult to visit their local library, we can deliver books to your home for further details please contact Carole Ashworth at Palatine Library Tel: 01253 476390 THE KENSINGTON FOUNDATION We are a charity in need of good quality items of furniture and toys for re-distribution to families in need. Contact 761444

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GIRL GUIDING An invitation for your daughter to join Girl Guiding in Blackpool - Rainbows (5-7years), Brownies (7-10 years) or Guides (10-14 years) for evenings of fun, games and adventure. Meet at different times and places in the local area. So that the grown ups don’t feel left out adult help is always welcome just ask.

Please register your interest through www.girlguiding. org.uk /join us or Phone 01253 827724 for more information.

FUNDRAISING GROUP Why not come along & join our friendly fundraising group. We meet the first Thursday of every month at All Hallows Church Hall (Shipon Room) from 7.30pm - we raise much needed funds for Trinity Hospice & Brian House Children’s Hospice in Bispham. We collect in stores, bag pack, run Quiz Nights, raffles, tombolas, bake cakes, ride bikes (not all at the same time) and have a good laugh. Come along & find out, we would love to meet you - our members are aged 15-80+ and live across the coast from Fleetwood to Kirkham. Everyone is welcome!

FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME to disabled people. Phone AbilityNet on 0800 269 545 or visit www.abilitynet.org.uk AGE UK BLACKPOOL & DISTRICT SHOPPING SERVICE Contact 622812 We provide a Shopping Service to the areas of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre to residents aged 18+.

Support is provided for clients if needed.

CLAREMONT PARK BOWLING CLUB, Warley Road, Blackpool FY1 2RW. We would like to invite new members to join our club. Men, women or children are welcome, either experienced or beginners. Help will be at hand to learn the game.

Please contact the Secretary/Treasurer on Tel: 01253 356598 INTERNATIONAL AID TRUST CHARITY SHOP 22 Deansgate, Blackpool. Tel:01253 290588. Open Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. We need more volunteers for as little as 3 hours per week.

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BLACKPOOL NINE LIVES CAT RESCUE We are a small cat rescue located in Blackpool. We have two charity shops located at 202 Lytham Road and 105 Central Drive. We rescue cats and kittens in Blackpool and surrounding areas. All our cats are in foster care until they are rehomed. We have a policy to neuter all cats (when old enough) before rehoming.

We carry out home checks of all prospective new owners and foster carers and we ask for an adoption donation of around £35. The charity is run by Linda Cameron Davies and Christine Meryem with the support of volunteers and foster carers.

Contact number for enquiries 01253 283349, via the webpage www.blackpoolninelives.co.uk or email bpool9rehome@mail.com

REGULAR EVENTS MEDITATION CLASSES Kilmory Community Center, Kilmory Place Bispham Relax unwind and de stress. Meditations include Angelic visualization, mindfulness, crystals and shamanic drumming. All welcome Every Wednesday evening 7pm till 8pm. Contact 508165 / 07834072273 DIABETES UK BLACKPOOL SUPPORT GROUP Blackpool Centre for Independent Living, 259 Whitegate Drive FY3 9JL. A relaxed evening for people with Diabetes. All welcome Every third Weds of the month.

7pm to 9pm Contact Robert, 358067 DIABETES UK BLACKPOOL, WYRE & FYLDE COAST CHILDRENS SUPPORT GROUP Supporting children with Type 1 Diabetes and their families. Our Group provides a friendly, constructive, safe and informative environment to meet and we provide fun and healthy activities to participate in. www.fylde-coast-childrens.diabetesukgroup.org email diabetesuk.fyldekidssupport@sky.com BISPHAM WORKSHOP GROUP ACOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Kincraig Community Centre, Kincraig Place, Blackpool FY2 0NB. Anyone feels that they may have a problem with alcohol is welcome to attend any A.A. meeting.

This is an “open” meeting which means that partners, friends and other interested people eg. doctors, spiritual leaders and social workers etc are all welcome as well as the problem drinker.

Meetings on Wednesdays 7:30 to 8:30pm Contact Ron H, 0742 99 66 404 or Peter V 07817 547 973 bisphamworkshop@gmail.com BISPHAM WITH NORBRECK FLOWER CLUB St Bernadettes Church Hall, Bispham New Members most welcome.Meet every third Weds of the month, 7-30pm. Contact Helen 354548 ST BERNADETTE’S PLAYERS AMATEUR DRAMATIC GROUP St Bernadette’s Church Hall, All Hallows Road, FY2 0AS Every Thursday evening, 7.30pm. Contact Bernard Melling on 07846 629766 BLACKPOOL TRINITY HOSPICE FRIENDS GROUP we are aged 15-80+!! and meet the first Thursday of every month at 7.30pm in the Shippon Rooms in Blackpool All Hallows Church in Bispham - we are a friendly group & do all kinds of things to raise cash for Trinity Hospice & Brian House - we attend events, run quizzes , store collections, bag packs, tombolas, young old men & ladies - all welcome call Sheila for more information or if you can’t attend the meetings but want to know more Tel: 01253 867276

MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE ASSOCIATION Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde Branch meet every 2nd Wednesday every month from 11.00am-1.00pm at Blackpool Centre for Independent Living, 259 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool. Contact Contact Linda Endicott 828584 or mndconnect 08457 626262 CHRIST CHURCH WITH ALL SAINTS Palatine Road, Services 10.45am and 6pm each Sunday. Contact Rev Alan Byrom 390272 BLACKPOOL SEA CADETS 596 Devonshire Road Bispham Tues/Fri evenings 19:00 - 21:30 Now recruiting cadets aged 10 - 18 years old plus adults to fill roles as instructional staff or as members of the Unit Management Team. Contact us or drop in for a chat on a parade night. 01253 500499 FYLDE FILM SOCIETY Blackpool Odeon. The Fylde Film Society is a group of film lovers from across the Fylde who share a common interest in viewing some of the best of contemporary world cinema. Meet every fortnight.

Further details www.fyldefilmsociety.co.uk BLACKPOOL & FYLDE RECORDED MUSIC SOCIETY Victory Baptist Church, St Annes Road, Blackpool FY4 2AP We hold weekly meetings each Thursday at 7.30pm from 5/9/13 until 22/5/14, We are always happy to welcome guests. Contact: B.Robinson on 01253 890731 BISPHAM IL GI TAEKWONDO SELF DEFENSE Various locations, see website for details. Established in Lancashire, Northwest England for over 30 years; Il GI Taekwondo is a full member organisation of the UK Taekwondo Development Council.Mondays 6:30 to 7:30 and Saturdays 11:00 to 12:00.

Contact 07812 898268. www.ilgitaekwondo.org MODERN SMOOTH JIVE Wainwright Club, 173 Hornby Rd, Blackpool FY1 4RD Dancing and Social Night with Jaguar Jive. 8.00pm (beginners) and 9.15pm (intermediate) then ALL freestyle until 10.45pm No partner necessary. Singles, couples and groups welcome. Every Wednesday 07857433829. www.jaguarjive.com ROYAL SIGNALS ASSOCIATION BLACKPOOL Cricket Club, Stanley Park The Association is for any serving/ex serving members of The Royal Corps Of Signals. Come along and join us, we have several events planned and you will be made very welcome. Meet on the second Tuesday of the monthm 19:30. Contact Chairman Ernie Howe 07852698282 or The Secretary 07946222517 H&N CANCER SUPPORT MEETING Imperial Hotel, Blackpool Come along and meet like-minded people dealing with Head & Neck cancer, Everyone Welcome and we look forward to meeting Patients, Carer and family member on the night. 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7pm to 9pm. Contact 07779 169 833 chris@theswallows.org.uk www.theswallows.org.uk BLACKPOOL JUBILEE STROKE ASSOCIATION Aysgarth Community, Aysgarth Court, Blackpool, FY4 5LX Provides a service for Stroke suffers and their carers.

Transport available 2nd & 4th Friday eve of the month. Contact 872142 LATIN, BALLROOM & SEQUENCE DANCE CLASSES Victoria Congregational Church Hall, on Newton Drive Come along & learn or improve your dancing skills.

Every Fri 2pm - 4pm. Contact Susan 07976 620 196

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By Bob Brockbank. 2hrs sessions at £10 each. Held at Mike Hall’s, Preston Old Road, Blackpool (opposite the Boars Head) Beginners welcome. also Door to Door Framing. T: 07780804195 LEARN TO DANCE BALLROOM AND LATIN AMERICAN New adult beginners class starting Thursday 28th August. 10 week course, every Thursday 7pm 8.30pm. By the end of the course you will have learnt a Ballroom and Latin American routine. Singles welcome. Bispham United Reformed Church Hall, Cavendish Road. Barbara 01253 356558, Peter 01253 594516 SUFFER CHRONIC PAIN? Marton United Reformed Church Hall, Wordsworth Avenue, Blackpool FY3 9UZ. Want to meet up with like-minded people? We do gentle exercise and have a brew/chat with friends. Find us on Facebook. We’re more than happy to meet up with you for a brew/chat before you come so that is less daunting for your first time. £3 p/w. Every Tuesday between 09:30 & 12:30.

Contact Blackpool Smile on 07505 210402 LAYTON LADIES BOWLING CLUB Ladies pavilion (Cameron Avenue entrance) We are looking for new members. Bowlers and learners would be very welcome.Tuesday afternoons 1p.m.

Contact Barbara, 339351 or Dorothy, 626188 BLACKPOOL TREKKERS RAMBLING CLUB Walks are on the last Sunday of the month (except bank holidays), The coach (Jacksons) leaves Marton at 8-30am picking up through Layton and Poulton.

The cost is £8.00 for each trip and £5 for children, the length of the walks are between 5 and 7 miles and sometimes a shorter walk of 2 or 3 miles is available.

Suitable for all age groups. Contact Bernard on 764386 or 403261 e:bernard1538@gmail.com LANCASHIRE BRANCH OF R.E.M.E ASSOCIATION The Guards Club (Opposite Belle Vue Pub) Whitegate Dr meet every 2nd Thursday of the month. The branch is open to all serving and ex members of R.E.M.E. Meeting start time 19:00 for 19:30 hrs. All members welcome. Also associate membership will be available. ALL welcome.

THE ‘CRAFTY LADIES’ St. Bernadette’s Church Hall, All Hallows Road, Bispham.

We now meet twice monthly 1 pm to 3 pm on the 1st & 2nd Wednesdays of the month.Brighten up the winter months, come and join us and bring your own craft project or learn something new - crochet, knitting, embroidery, card making, painting etc.

If you’ve always wanted to paint but didn’t have the confidence to have a go, let us teach you. No drawing or painting skills are required as we give expert tuition. We also arrange outings to places of interest. Contact: 01253 354278 or 01253 594585 STAINING WOMENS INSTITUTE Meetings on a variety of subjects are held every third Wednesday in the month from 7:30pm in St Luke’s church next to Staining school.

Further details from Jean Armstrong on 886325 or just turn up on the night. A warm welcome awaits.

BLACKPOOL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Mondays 6.30 - 8.30 at All Saints Church Hall, 98 Park Road, Blackpool. Wednesdays 7.30 - 9.00, Palatine Sports Centre, St. Annes Rd, Blackpool T: 0756559001 www.blackpoolshotokankarateclub.com

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ACTIVITIES, EVENTS AND GROUPS AT ALL HALLOWS CHURCH, BISPHAM All Hallows Church & Halls (Barn, Stable, Wardens & Shippon) All Hallows Road, Bispham FY2 0AY ‘All Stars’ (for all primary aged school children) meet every Thursday (term time), 4.30-5.30pm in the Stable. An hour of lively, fun, fast-paced Bible theme activities. (Cost donation) ‘Afternoon Fellowship (everyone welcome) meet every Tuesday from the 15th September, 2pm in the Stable. Enjoy Good Christian Fellowship, Speaker and refreshments.

(Cost £1?) Transport May be available for a nominal charge. ‘Evening Fellowship (everyone welcome) meet Tuesday 15th September (1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesdays each month) in the Stable. Enjoy Good Christian Fellowship, Speaker and refreshments.

(Cost £1.50)‘Cafe Church’ meet 4th September (1st Friday evening each month). 7.30-9pm in the Stable.

Enjoy a brew, good company including a speaker on a topical subject. (Cost by donation. )‘Craft n Chatter’ (for men & ladies), meet Friday 11th & 25th September (2nd & 4th Friday each month), 2-4pm in the Stable. Bring your own craft and have a good chatter. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon or learn something new, just ask. (Cost £1 includes brew etc) ‘Messy Church’ on Saturday 5th September, 3-5pm in the Barn. Fun for all the family. This month’s theme: ‘Fit for life!’ Activities include Crafts, Cooking, Games, Quiz, Café, Fellowship, Worship. Next meet 10th October (Harvest). (No charge or donation) ‘Mums & Toddlers’ meet every Thursday (term time), 9.30-10.45am &/or 12.45-2.15pm in the Barn. For all carers babies & toddlers. (£1 per family includes drink and biscuit.) Who let the Dads Out meet Saturday 19th September (3rd Saturday morning each month) in the Stable. A Toddler group for all male carers, their baby’s & toddlers. Give mum a morning off. Next meet 17th October. (Cost donation includes refreshment) Other groups that use the Church halls are: Bispham Techs Badminton Club; Silver & Wind Bands; Tuesday Afternoon & Eve Church Badminton; SugarCraft; Trinity Friends Group; Wyre Speakers; Sacred Heart Badminton Club; Lancashire Rose Line Dancing; Eskrima Martial Arts; Slimming World. Church Services on Sunday’s at 8am. Traditional Holy Communion. 9.30am. Modern Worship suitable for families. Young Church & Ceche available. Holy Communion 4th Sunday in the month.

11am. Traditional Worship. Holy Communion 1st Sunday in the month. 6.30pm. Evening Worship.

Holy Communion 3rd Sunday in the month. Thursday 11am Holy Communion. Bible Study meet in the Shippon 1st & 3rd Wednesdays. House Groups available just ask For more information on any of the above contact For any information phone 01253 352098 or e-mail secbah@googlemail.com BLACKPOOL SUGARCRAFT If you have an interest in cake decorating & Sugarcraft, then come along to our meetings. We have a different demonstrator every month showcasing lots of different skills. It is a great opportunity to make new friends who share a passion for cake decorating.

Everyone is welcome from beginners to experienced Sugarcrafters. As well as demonstrations we also run hands on sugarcraft skills workshops. The club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at The Stable, Bispham Parish Church, All Hallows Rd, Bispham, FY2 OAY. For more information call Cheryl 07735 605682 or find us on Facebook: Blackpool Sugarcraft Bsg BLACKPOOL KEYBOARD CLUB Pro Deaf Club, The Claremont Community Centre, Claremont Road Now in our 40th year! Concerts are held on the 2nd tuesday of each month commencing at 7.30pm. Top professional performers with a variety of music to suit everyone.

For details phone or text Stephen on 07731 148530

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BLACKPOOL WYRE & FYLDE SOCIALITES GROUP The group is for all adults and we host a variety of social events,walks, cinema, meals etc inand around the Blackpool Wyre and Fylde area. We dont have a set time or venue, all events are arranged through our online calendar at www.meetup.com/BWFSocialites/ or email southsure5@gmail.com for more details.

,and to consider joining us. We have a variety of concerts booked for the coming months and are looking for new members. Rehearse at Springfield Methodist Church, Bispham Rd, Blackpool FY2 9HQ on Thursdays from 7.45pm to 9.15pm. For more details contact Wendy Anyon (secretary) on 01253 341502 or email;encoresingers@aol.co.uk

ZUMBA FITNESS with Barry, want to improve all round fitness levels? shake and shimmy into fabulous shape. Tuesdays 6pm, Thursdays 6pm, St. Pauls Worship Centre on Egerton Rd (North Shore). Fridays 6.30pm Holy Family Church hall on Links Rd (North Shore) £4.50 per class. No need to book 07922 688009

INTERNATIONAL AND TRAVEL HOLIDAYS ASSOCIATION- TRAVEL TALKS The Concert Hall, Blackpool Sixth Form College, Blackpool Old Road, Blackpool FY3 7LR 7.30 pm Our meetings consist of illustrated talks covering all parts of the world, and speakers are drawn from recognised professional writers, photographers and journalists, our own members and travellers from across the country. New members and visitors are most welcome. Suitable for the disabled, including audio loop. Refreshments available. Cost: Membership is £20 for the season. Visitors may pay at the door for a fee of £4 per meeting. This fee will be refunded if you join as a full member. Next meet Wednesday 30th September 2015 –‘Zululand’ For further info, including details about the “Programme for the Year 2014-15” visit our website www.fyldetravellers.org.uk Or telephone Joan Gaffiney 01253 700799

ZUMBA GOLD with Barry, Mondays 7:30, Tuesdays 11am and Thursdays 12noon Bispham United Reform Church on Cavendish Rd, a slower pace of zumba which is perfect for those wanting to get back into an active lifestyle. Burn upto 800 calories and become more healthy. £4.50 per session. No need to book 07922 688009 UNITED REFORMED CHURCH SOCIAL NIGHT Social night every saturday evening from 8pm until 10pm. Ballroom, Latin American and a few popular Sequence Dances. Come and join us, we are a very friendly crowd. For details call Barbara 01253 356558 STITCH AND CHAT CLUB Every Monday 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 2:30 - 4:15pm.

We hold tuition classes a supply materials for the following; Card Making, Knitting, Crochet, Pin Pricking and General Crafts. Come along and learn a new skill or brush up on some old ones. We organise coach trips and occasional outside workshops.

Dunsop Court, Blackpool. Tel: 01253 405138 SUNSHINE CLUB FOR THE OVER 60’S held in St Luke’s church Staining, every 2nd Thursday of the month for afternoon teas. We also run a day trip the last Thursday of every month.

Everyone welcome.

For further details tel Mrs Finch on 01253 398555 or Mrs Ardley on 01253 397516 BISPHAM TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD Cavendish Road U R Church Hall Bispham. We are a group of forward looking women who meet together monthly. The annual programme includes speakers, demonstrations and social activities. Townswomen offer each other support and develop new skills and interests. Our choir meet on Tuesdays at 2pm. Arts and crafts group meet every Wednesday afternoon at 2pm. Also regular Drama Group meetings. New members will be assured of a warm welcome.

Contact Pauline 352365 FYLDE COMMUNITY LGBT FRIENDS Meets every first Monday of every second Month across the Fylde! Come along and meet your Police Volunteer Andrew Noble and YOUR Local Police at an informal Coffee Meeting. Advice, Support and reassurance on offer. All Welcome! For details contact Andrew: andrew.noble@lancashire.pnn.police.uk THE GATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Bispham Community Centre,meets every Sunday at 10:30 for praise,worship and prayer with Junior Church.All are welcome.Refreshments. Call Pastor Bob on 01772683243 or www.gatechurch.org ENCORE SINGERS BLACKPOOL Encore is a recently formed choir of experienced female singers ,who offer a warm welcome to anyone wishing to come along to meet the choir

STAY AND PLAY FOR UNDER FIVES Victoria church, Newton Drive. FY3 8BY Every Thursday and Friday 10am-1.30pm, School terms only. Soft Play facility. details 01253 820020 ROLLER DERBY LEAGUE New in take, train every Sunday 12pm to 2pm at Play Football, Garstang Road West, Blackpool FY3 7JH. We welcome men and women to our league. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never skated before we are looking for anyone 18+ who is looking to play a fun full contact, fast paced team sport. for details email blackpoolrollerderby@live.co.uk DIABETES UK BLACKPOOL SUPPORT GROUP Tesco Extra Community Room, Clifton Retail Park, Blackpool. FY4 4UJ. Got Diabetes Got Questions. We can help. All Welcome. Every third Wednesday of the month. 7.00pm to 9.00pm Contact Robert, 358067 BLACKPOOL RANGERS JFC - UNDER 10S We are on the lookout for new players to join our Under 10s squad for this coming season. Players need to be in Year 5 this September. New players and those who have played at other clubs are all welcome. We play and train on the gala fields in Bispham next to our state of the art clubhouse which is located on All Saints Road just off Ashfield Road.

Interested? For further information please contact Andy Earnshaw 07762 499674 or andy.earnshaw@hotmail.com BLACKPOOL & WYRE LADIES HOCKEY CLUB Wednesdays 7-30 - 8-30 on the astropitches in Stanley Park. Have you played hockey? Why not give it another go? An excellent way to get fit. £3 per session. Enquiries Ann on 890717 FYLDE NATURALIST FORTNIGHTLY WALKS our new venue for our monthly evening meetings is Forest Gate Baptist Church Hall at 7.15pm a modern, warm inviting hall, clean & bright, all welcome. Wednesday 9th September John Welsby is telling us about his work

for the hawk & owl rescue & rehab, he will be bringing a friend along for us to meet. please pay £2 50 on the door.

Our fortnightly walks Sat 12th whitewell Sat 26th Jumbles country park Wed 30th sept meet at knott end ferry car park (bring bus pass) meeting at 10 30am. Coach pick up points Lytham, St Annes, Blackpool, Layton, Poulton. All welcome we are a friendly crowd , we don’t rush & like to enjoy the countryside. our walks are around 6 miles & not strenuous Ring carole 316713

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PRE-BOND RAMBLERS month walks , 2nd sunday in each month. Sun 13th September Burnley . 3 walks to choose from, evening

meal at a pub on route home. Pick up points Bispham, Blackpool, St Annes, Lytham, Wesham. All welcome, keep fit & make new friends, to book ring 711898

FYLDE BIRD CLUB Fylde Bird Club. We are a small friendly bird watching club; we meet at 7.45 on the 4th Tuesday each month at The River Wyre in Poulton at 7.45. For £3.00 you can attend one of our meetings to for £3, or join the prices are £14 for a single member, £10 for a senior, juniors £50 or for a family £22 each year.

Visit our web site at www.fyldebirdclub.org TRAMSHED THEATRE COMPANY Meeting every Tuesday afternoon/evening at Montgomery High School, All Hallows Road, Bispham, Blackpool, FY2 0AZ. We offer inclusive performing arts to children, young people and adults aged 4 years upwards. Workshop fees are £30 for a term (approx 12 weeks). For more information and an application form please contact the Arts Team on 07852 498427 or email tramshedtheatre@hotmail.co.uk EASY BEGINNERS PILATES CLASSES FOR ALL AGE GROUPS Ideal for back and joint problems, every Wednesday Bispham Community Centre 11am - 12noon Call Norma to book 0771 5651283 NATIONAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION BLACKPOOL AND DISTRICT REFORMATION Meet at the Bona-Vista Hotel 104-106 Queens Promenade, Blackpool. FY2 9NX. Tel.01253 351396. 1-0 pm for 1-30 pm on the third tuesday of the month. All old, new and associate members welcome. Come along and meet old friends, make new friends and enjoy the afternoon. For further details contact Tom Lowe, Tel. 01253 593383 SUNDAY SERVICE 9-30am. All welcome at ‘The Round Church’ Salmesbury Ave Bispham DARK HORSE WRITERS’ GROUP New writers always welcome at the Dark Horse Writers’ Group. Monthly meetings, third Wednesday of the month, 7:30-9 pm, at the Catholic Club, Blackpool town centre. Contact Stewart Connell, Phone: 01253 763270, Mobile: 07833913970, email: jstewartconnell@gmail.com NATURE EVENT: POND MANAGEMENT DAY Sunday 25th January, 10am – 3 pm Meet at Linden Pond, Moor Park Extension Car Park, Canada Crescent.

A wonderful opportunity for you to get involved in conserving one of our very special ponds. Wellies recommended!

For further info call Andrew 01253 508310 Friends of North Blackpool Pond Trail INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL & HOLIDAYS ASSN’ The Concert Hall, Blackpool Sixth Form College, Blackpool Old Road, Blackpool FY3 7LR Our meetings consist of illustrated talks covering all parts of the world, and speakers are drawn from recognised professional writers, photographers and journalists, our own members and travellers from across the country. New members and visitors are most welcome.

For further information, including details about the “Programme for the Year 2014-15” visit our website www.fyldetravellers.org.uk or telephone Joan Gaffiney 01253 700799

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FYLDE KENNEL ASSOCIATION Sea Cadet Hall, Bispham Show dog training, we’ll help you and you dog prepare for the show ring. All welcome whether new or experienced. 1st & 3rd Thursdays 19:30, full list of dates available from our secretary Clark - 01772 703469 or fkawebs@gmail.com or www.freewebs.com/fylde-kennel-association SEEKING FRIENDSHIP Active 69 yr old female would female travel companion and male friend to share theatre, dancing, music, cinema, dining out, social events. Call Sylvia 594488 BLACKPOOL BAPTIST TABERNACLE

Springfield Rd (off Prom.near Cenotaph) Welcome to our Sunday worship at 10.45 am & 6.30pm. For more

information please ring 01253 394326

MIKADO PRODUCTION PLAYERS WANTED

New members needed to join us in the production of the Mikado which will be on at the Lowther in October. Rehearsals each Wednesday at St Paul’s church Whitegate Drive Blackpool, 7.30 pm. See www.

martonoperatic.co.uk or contact lynncorlett@outlook.com KINGS CHURCH – EVENTS & GROUPS 10a Beaufort Avenue, Bispham, Blackpool, FY2-9HQ, 01253 352999. New church opened on the Fylde coast. Join us at one of our services where there is a mix of live music, opportunities to connect with others and great messages that will equip you and bring the Bible to life. Sunday Service – Doors open at 10:00am. CAP Money - The CAP money course is a FREE 3 week course that will teach you budgeting skills and a simple cash based system that works. In a few weeks you’ll get to grips with your finances so you can budget, save and prevent debt. Call for next course dates and times. Alpha – Got Questions about life? Designed as a series of interactive sessions that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith. Starts 15th September. Blend Cafe – Pop in to our café for a coffee and a chat. Open on Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 – 15:30. We serve Rijo hot drinks, cakes and biscuits. A great place to meet up with friends and family! Parent & Toddler Group – Wednesdays 13:1514:45. Come and see us for play, chat and support.

Room Hire – Community room and auditorium for hire.

Perfect for birthdays, conferences, business meetings and more. Call for a viewing on 01253 352999.

BLACKPOOL FLOWER CLUB

meet on the last Wednesday of each month in Staining Village Hall at 7.30pm. We enjoy watching beautiful flowers being arranged by qualified N.A.F.A.S. demonstrators.[National Association of Flower Arranging Societies] We would be very pleased to welcome anyone who would like to join us.

To learn more contact: Susan Swallow 01253 696939 FYLDE COAST SOCIALITES ‘FCS’

(part of international ‘Meetup’) have a full calendar of events for you to pick and choose from. For anyone new to the area, working in the area, or just looking to make new friends and increase social activities, this is the group for you. With over 300 meetups in two years, we must be doing something right. Check us out at www.meetup.

com/fcsocialites/ or call 07974 597097 for more info – you will be glad you did!

BLACKPOOL ART SOCIETY

2015 is our 131st year being one of the oldest art societies in UK and we have our own studio in Wilkinson Avenue Blackpool. Our studio is open Monday to Friday for members and we run social events and coach trips to visit art galleries etc .in the Summer months. On Thursday evenings throughout the year we have ‘Club Night ‘when we have professional

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demonstrators,appraisers, lecturers and also practical evenings and we have Weekend Workshops during the Winter months. We have had an exhibition of members work at the Solaris-South Promenade during May and two further exhibitions in August and October in Lytham and Blackpool respectively.

We welcome new members and if you are interested in art contact: Rod Robinson tel. 01253 790692 9r Richard Dowman tel. 01253 349536 for more information.

SASSY SEWERS GROUP Claremont Community centre on Claremont Road. We

meet every Tuesday from 1.00pm to 3.30pm to Sew, chat and socialise. If you enjoy sewing and meeting new friends then come along and give it a go. We ask you for £1.50 per week to pay for room hire,refreshments and equipment. More details Tel Christine on 593556

GERMAN LANGUAGE CIRCLE

We meet every Tuesday Evening at 7.30 pm at the Low Moor Community Centre, Edmonton Place, Blackpool.

This is a chance to brush up or improve your German in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. We are now in our summer season with regular conversation meetings.

Contact: Terry 01253 867825

REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Collingwood Ave, Layton, FY3 8RJ invites you to their weekly Sunday Services at 10.30 am. Low Cost Lunch for over 55s, second Wednesday of the month, 12pm.

BLACKPOOL BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Come and meet others battling blood cancer. Patients, carers, family and friends all welcome. We meet 7pm third Wednesday every month (not August) Macmillan Windmill Unit, Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Whinney Heys Road FY3 8NR. Contact Jez 07950635249 or Lesley 07890

847796.

SAMBA DRUMMING BAND

Poco Loco Community Samba Band, welcoming local residents of all ages, with or without any previous experience or skills in making music. An ability to read music is not necessary and all musical instruments are supplied; all you need is a sense of rhythm. Rehearse every Wednesday 7pm-9pm at the First Step Centre, Dickson Road, FY1 2AP. First session is free then there is a weekly subscription. Why not come along and give it a bash or come and see us at the local galas this summer.

Further details from Jackie 01253 860049 or 07890 939850, email samba@pocoloco.org.uk or visit our website at pocoloco.org.uk BLACKPOOL ROYAL BRITISH LEGION

The Hidden Gem of the Social Club Scene. Varied entertainment every afternoon & evening, including our famous Free & Easy, and Wacky Wednesday Club.

Function Room Available for Special Events & Forces Reunions. All welcome, contact the Treasurer on 01253

GILLESPIE’S ACOUSTIC ROOTS CLUB

The last Thursday of every month Singers, musicians, poets and storytellers all welcome to our open mic nights.

Start time 8:30.

The Highlands, Queens Promenade, North Shore. www. folkatgillespies.co.uk or ring Anna on 07425 146 950 OVER 40’S FOOTBALL

Playing every Sunday at Bispham. At Park behind Moor Park Primary school (car park entrance at end Canada Crescent FY2 (at 1pm) Info: John spxlennox@gmail.com

LIKE TO TELL A TALE?

Come and join us at Wyre Speakers Club. Meetings 7.30pm. Second and Fourth Thurs each month. New season starts 10th Sept. All Hallows Church Hall. All

Hallows Rd. Bispham. Contact. Tom 01253 355240 SEEKING FRIENDSHIP?

Outgoing, young at heart lady, in her seventies. Would like to meet similar, male or female. For friendship, meals, holidays, cinema, theatre etc. Call Tina 07599 220974

SUPPORT GROUPS FOR CARERS

Carers Trust Fylde Coast Carers Centre, an independent local charity, supporting unpaid carers of all ages, hold various support groups throughout Blackpool. Come along, have a chat, meet new friends, obtain information and have a well-earned break: Evening Support Group – Held on the 1st Monday of the month 6.30-8.30pm at The Squirrel Pub, Bispham Road, Bispham. Coffee Morning– Held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month 10am-12 noon at the Parks Café, Stanley Park. Join us for support, a friendly chat and refreshments.

Further information from 01253 393748 or www.carerstrustfyldecoast.org

THE LIGHTHOUSE SPIRITUAL CENTRE

Spencer Court Community Centre, Spencer Court, Blackpool, FY1 3TW Now being run by Deborah Lochrie (formerly of Shadowlands Psychic Club!) and Beverley Todd . A warm welcome awaits you every Sunday evening for a demonstration of mediumship followed by an Open Circle. Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.

Tea or coffee and biscuits afterwards included in the £3 entrance fee. Find us on Facebook - Friends of the Lighthouse Spiritualist Centre Blackpool

TLC TUESDAY LUNCH CLUB (0VER 55’S)

Lounge at Christ Church with All Saints, Palatine Road on the first Tuesday of the month at 12.30pm to 2pm. 2 course meal £2.50 pp. Optional activities eg quizzes, games, speakers, craft following meal. All over 55yrs welcome. Contact Ruth 01253 390272.

508084. King Street, Blackpool KIDS CLUB

Takes place in Christchurch with All Saints church hall on Park Rd. Running since February and operate a fun filled, action packed hour long programme every Thursday from 6pm-7pm for 5-11 year olds which is completely free.

We currently have around 12 children in attendance and would love to and are able to accommodate many more.

BLACKPOOL ART SOCIETY

Our Wilkinson Avenue Studio is open for members every day of the week where members groups are held daily. On every Thursday evening we hold ‘Club Nights’ when we have guest Demonstrators, Appraisers and Practical Evenings. Practical Workshops in the Winter. We have several social gatherings each year and currently are holding three Art Exhibitions at different venues to showcase our members works Rod Robinson tel. 01253

790692 or Richard Dowman tel. 01253 349536.

BLACKPOOL & FYLDE PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meeting every second Wednesday of the month.

At Macmillan Windmill Centre - Blackpool Victoria Hospital Tel 01253 697876

MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE ASSOCIATION BLACKPOOL, WYRE & FYLDE BRANCH

Open to all - we meet every second Wednesday of every month from 11.00am-1.00pm at Blackpool Centre for Independent Living, 159 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool.

Talk and chat, make friends; find out more, speak to other members, Association Visitors or just come along refreshments/free to all. Receive our newsletter?

Linda Endicott 01253 828584. Connect (Helpline) 03457 626262. www.mndassociation.org

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THIS MONTH BLACKPOOL COLLEGIATE GRAMMAR SCHOOL 1968/1969 STARTERS REUNION Saturday 17 October 7pm The Breck Upstairs (The Breck Club) Breck Rd, Poulton le Fylde FY6 7AQ Did you attend and start at Blackpool Collegiate Grammar in 1968 or 1969, or were you a member of staff there between 1968 and 1974? Why not attend this no cost event and see old friends from the past. Visit Blackpool Collegiate Grammar School Facebook page or email Lynette (Herod) Lynettejoh@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!

AFTERNOON TEA DANCE AT STANLEY PARK Thursday 22nd October, 2.00-5.00pm The Parks Art Deco Café, Stanley Park, Blackpool An afternoon of dancing to the Bill Barrow Quartet, with afternoon tea including sandwiches, cakes, fresh cream scones and unlimited tea and coffee.

Tickets £10 prior to the event, from Julie on 01253 393748.

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