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Work starts at Fleetwood lakes

Phase one of Fleetwood’s £1.5m seafront facelift gets under way with improvements to the marine lakes.

The overall aim is to achieve consistent levels of water, so that a better range of sports and activities can be provided in the future.

Work started on 8 December when the main boating lake was dredged and drained. Once empty, any necessary repairs can be carried out to the lining, the aprons will be re-concreted and some of the access pathways improved.

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to maintain water quality, the potential for these lakes is endless. They are already a stunning asset to Fleetwood, but just think how much better they’ll look if we can turn them into a recognised destination for water sports.’

During the 16-weeks of work around 5,000 tonnes of wind-blown sand is expected to be removed from the water and stored on site.

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n Keep the overall design simple. ou would have thought that When you’re making a plan, use a when he moved to a new few sweeping lines to lead the eye house in Wicklow, known from the viewing point, which is as the Garden of Ireland, often the kitchen window, right down Diarmuid Gavin, the enfant to the back of your plot. terrible of the gardening fraternity, would have wasted no time n Turn your lawn into a welcoming hauling in the diggers, landscaping green wide pathway, which almost materials, amazing plants and acts as an arrow, drawing the eye or architectural altars. the visitor on a journey.

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Freshly planted wisterias it. But for the life of me, I couldn’t bemoaning the brown patches and are beginning to climb towards the decide on a good design which invasion of weeds and moss. Dig it sky, wrapped around reclaimed would satisfy the family,” he says. up and replace it with a top quality cast iron pillars.

The foundation is “I made the terrible mistake of artificial turf. This can be wonderful, in for a small summer house. ripping out everything that was a green carpet which always looks “I shifted five tonnes of sieved here in the misguided belief that a good, can be easily cleaned, allows topsoil in readiness for new raised clean sweep would provide some rainwater and snow to drain away vegetable beds. The big plan is to clarity. And then I did... nothing... and doesn’t need cutting or feeding. terrace lawns, beds and borders. for ages.”

For a top-of-the-range brand, try “However, the big lesson is The situation became so dire that Easigrass. don’t do it my way.

Just do as his local estate agent sheepishly I say.” approached and said Gavin was n Consider what your specimens Gavin and his family live minutes making his job selling properties will look like all year round, not only from the coast. Their garden very difficult because of the state when covered in foliage or flower. enjoys a sunny aspect but, like the of the garden.

If you’re planting a tree, why not rest of the country, there is plenty “The ignominy! So, something try a multi-stemmed birch? When of rain. However, he has ploughed needed doing. Even then I ran bare from October to April it still away from the issue. I started work on and has achieved some has a lovely sculptural shape. measure of success in his choice indoors, knocking down walls, Enhance this through the evening of planting. repainting and disposing of heavy by uplighting through the use of a “The difficulty in the last few years black curtains.” spotlight at its base.

Ever distracted with other projects, has been the either freezing or n Pay attention to a few detailed just plain cold winters. I like to the TV gardener says that his own areas. Surprise and delight by battle against the elements and plot has progressed slowly. framing your front door with a the echiums that are growing up “After some years I developed a wonderful display of massed colour plan and commissioned a beautiful against the sitting room window in pots. For instance, a mass of are testament to that - they have illustration. Now at least we know flowering cyclamen crammed into been burnt by frost but even now what the garden will look like. a ‘long Tom’ terracotta urn looks stand at a majestic 10ft high. If you “The heavy building work started special and draws attention from are a gardener you roll with the - a beautiful two storey veranda less wellinfo@link-mag.co.uk tended parts of the garden. weather.” your business call 0800 970 7687 or email 22now crosses the back of the house Advertise

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You may see a lot of these small shrubs in garden centres bearing their colourful red or purple berries at the moment, and they can be easily grown in pots of ericaceous compost or in a garden with lime-free soil in partial shade.

Gaultheria is most commonly seen as ground cover under rhododendrons or camellias, but if you want a taller variety you can choose G shallon, which grows to 1.5m, producing dark purple berries.

Others, such as G mucronata, are more suitable to add low-growing interest to containers or borders, with their large porcelain-like berries in shades of dark pink, red and white appearing in November.

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If you want the pot to make an impact, select the pot for its architectural shape rather than plant-holding abilities.

Sometimes the pot will provide more of a wow factor without a plant in it.

Male and female flowers are nearly always borne by different varieties, so you need to plant more than one type to be sure you will have berries. Female varieties include ‘Cherry Ripe’ and ‘Lilian’, while male types include ‘Thymifolia’ or ‘Male’.

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Horseradish If you’ve loved horseradish with your roast beef this winter, why not try growing your own for an eye-poppingly hot accompaniment?

Buy plants from specialist herb nurseries, or some seed companies offer roots in their autumn catalogues for planting up in late winter or early spring.

Be warned, though, it’s an invasive perennial with deep roots that regrow when they’re broken off and, once established, can be as difficult to get rid of as ground elder.

Make a hole in the soil with a dibber and push a single root into it, thickest end uppermost, leaving the tip at ground level.

Plant three roots about 60cm apart for a good clump. Let the plants grow for two years before harvesting.

Grow it in a bottomless bucket sunk into the ground with its rim about an inch above the surface Dig up one plant in September so that the roots don’t spread or October, using the biggest up there and to keep clumps in roots for the kitchen and cutting check. off one of the thinner roots to Only the root of horseradish replant.

(Armoracia rusticana) is used.

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Buy identical pots for a strong statement - a row of three tall containers, for instance, will look more impressive than a group of pots of different shapes, sizes and colours.

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If you want a burst of colour in a space, consider using a pot rather than a plant for that purpose.

Things to do this month… n Make sure that tender and half-hardy fuchsias, remaining dormant in their pots, do not become completely dry. Spray any early growth with tepid water in the light to soften the wood, but do this sparingly. n When watering plants (sparingly) in the greenhouse, water them as early in the day as possible, so that surfaces are dry before nightfall. n Order new summerflowering bulbs and tubers from a reputable supplier.

Store them in shallow boxes or trays and keep in a dry, frostfree place until ready to plant.

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Eric Ollerenshaw’s Column Eric Ollerenshaw OBE MP. Member of Parliament for Lancaster & Fleetwood ‘The last month for me has been the usual busy one. The build up to the festive season has given me an extra opportunity to get out and about what with visiting the Christmas Fayres and Markets.

In Parliament I was able to take part in the Annual Fishing Debate. This was an ideal time for me to raise the problems that our local under 10 metre size fishing boats are having with the fishing quotas, especially in regards to Skate.

As some of you may know our under 10’s are allocated just 4% of the total UK quota and last year even though hardly any Skate had been ‘landed’ locally, a stop was put on fishing them as the National Quota had been reached. I was delighted that as a result of debate the Minister agreed to look at ways of increasing the under 10’s share of this quota and I am also hoping that we can look at means to have regional quota’s as well, as sometimes while fish stocks may be low ‘down south’ they are still plentiful up here!

Just before Christmas, as Chairman of the All Party group on Pancreatic Cancer, along with Pancreatic Cancer UK and colleagues I handed a national petition into Number 10 calling on the drug Abraxane to remain available through the Cancer Drugs Fund. While this drug, unfortunately isn’t a cure, it has been the first new drug for 20 years to offer a possible extra 2 months of life to some sufferers from this terrible disease – so there is my New Year’s wish.

Finally although a little late in the day I would like to wish everyone a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year.’

FLEETWOOD RUFC Mini & Junior Section As we approach the mid-point in the 2014-15 season the Mini & Junior Section of Fleetwood Rugby Club is enjoying another exciting year.

Recently the Mini Junior Section was the First Team Match Sponsor and representatives from the age groups acted as mascots and ran out with the first team onto the pitch at Melbourne Avenue.

Around three quarters of the present Senior squad started their rugby career as a member of the Mini Junior Section.

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The club offers a fun and friendly rugby experience for boys and girls of all abilities in each age group from 4 years with no upper limit! Training for the Minis and Juniors happens every Sunday at 10.30 ‘till 12 with a combination of fun rugby focussed training, fitness and matches both home and away throughout the season.

If you know somebody who would enjoy taking their first rugby steps with the Mini & Junior Section of the Rugby Club then either call Bev Holden (U9 Manager) 07730 571442 or simply join us on any Sunday Morning from 10.30 -12.00.

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Business success was celebrated in grand style last night under the dome of Marine Hall in Fleetwood.

The inaugural Wyre Walk of Fame attracted more than 200 people and 40 or so businesses, allowing Wyre Council to publicly recognise their achievements in 2014 and the contribution made to the local economy.

Fleetwood Town FC Granada Fish Bar Restaurant Leftcoast Mike Sanderson Electricals Northern Rags

Every company and event organiser who made a submission received a well deserved mention on the night, while 11 were singled out for special recognition (in alphabetical order):

A raffle on the night also raised £283 which will go towards the Mayor of Wyre’s charities, Trinity Hospice and Brian House.

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Wyre success stories take the Walk of Fame

A big thank you to all those who donated prizes.

The event has been hailed as a great success and plans are being made to repeat it again next year.

CHARITY NEWS Fleetwood & Cleveleys Lions Club Report Fleetwood & Cleveleys Lions handed over a Dongle to Squadron Leader Kath Lane of 1301(Fleetwood) Squadron Air Training Corps. This will allow them use the Internet on up to several Computers at the same time. Pictured bottom from left to right are Lion Paul Keirby, Kath Lane and Lion Fred Riley. Also the Air Cadets. I don’t know much about ‘Dongles’ but I am sure that you do The Air Cards have taken part in the Lions ‘Swimarathon’ for over 20 years so we like to help them whenever we can

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A bumper line up for 2015 at Marine Hall It’s Marine Hall’s 80th birthday next year and to celebrate there’s a jam packed calendar of shows and events coming up in 2015.

From festivals to live music, dancing to panto and comedy to kid’s shows there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.

Kicking things off is the annual Fleetwood Beer and Cider Festival on Thursday 5 to Saturday 7 February, with over 120 UK cask beers and a range of cider, perrys and beers from around the world. Other exhibitions in the calendar include a Wedding Open Day on Sunday 8 March, the annual Fylde Coast Food and Drink Festival which takes place once again on Sunday 16 August and the Christmas Market on Sunday 29 November.

Comedy is back at Marine Hall with two Jongleurs comedy nights on 26 June and 16 October. Following another sell out run at the 2014 Edinburgh Festival, comedian Patrick Monahan will also be at the venue on Saturday 21 February with his brand new, energetically witty and charming family show Adventures in Monahan Land. Then BBC Radio 4’s Mark Steel’s in Town is coming to Fleetwood on Wednesday 18 March with his stand up show for locals based on what he finds out about the area on his visit.

Next up, after a critically acclaimed total sellout spring 2014 tour, the Grumpies are back to knock some sense into the nation with their new show Return of the Grumpy Old Women on Saturday 11 April.

There’s also plenty on offer for families and kids next year including Pop Factor the Concert on Thursday 26 March. A celebration of today’s top artists and the biggest chart hits. At Easter, Magic Light Productions is bringing Little Red Riding Hood to the venue on Wednesday 1 April.

From the world of kids TV there’s two great shows coming up. The Chuckle Brothers are bringing their brilliant new show Chuckles of Oz to the venue on Friday 29 May and Basil Brush will be appearing in his Full on Fox Tour on Friday 7 August.

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musical career of Britain’s best loved rock ‘n roller.

Michael King and his fantastic collection of musicians are bringing this exciting two hour show filled with Fury’s greatest hits.

Back by popular demand, The Manfreds return to Marine Hall on Saturday 7 March and The Searchers are back, live in concert on Thursday 16 April.

If you love big band music be sure to catch Five Star Swing on Friday 20 March. This unique feelgood big band show features Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra, and Chris Smith Jnr composer and arranger for the BBC Radio Big Band, come and swing along with songs from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie and Ella Fitzgerald.

The Band of the Kings Division, one of the premier bands of the British Army, is appearing at Marine Hall on Saturday 21 March. In constant demand for appearances across the world the band has a broad repertoire to suit all tastes and its musicians have a highly acclaimed reputation.

Local bands and musicians will have the chance to perform on stage and win a cash prize in the venue’s Battle of the Bands on Saturday 28 March. With categories for young musicians, soloists, duos and established bands and a prize fund of £1500 it’s a great opportunity for all local performers.

On Saturday 25 April John Denver fans can enjoy Country Roads – A Celebration of John Denver. The show will take you on a magical journey through his musical career and features popular hits such as ‘Annie’s Song’, ‘Leaving on a Jet Plane’, ‘Rocky Mountain High’ and title track ‘Take Me Home Country Roads’.

Another music highlight in the calendar takes place on Friday 19 June as Tony Denton Promotions presents X Factor finalist Ray Quinn in Concert. Back with his brand new EP Old Soul; Young Blood.

The Lindisfarne Story on Sunday 18 October is a celebration of Tyneside’s best-loved band, their music and their achievements. The show is devised, written and performed by drummer/founder member Ray Laidlaw, and Billy Mitchell, front man for the final eight years of the group. Ray and Billy perform acoustic versions of Lindisfarne’s classic songs and tell the inside story of the group’s rise to fame, from Whitley Bay to Frisco Bay, from Rothbury to Glastonbury.

Later in the year on Saturday 24 October there’s a night of Abba with top tribute show Abbamania and The Bay City Rollers are also returning on Sunday 15 November.

Rounding up the family fun will be the annual Marine Hall pantomime which next year will be The Wizard of Oz and will take place from 10 – 13 December.

In recognition of the fact the Beatles played at Marine Hall in 1962, brilliant tribute act the Mersey Beatles will be playing on Friday 27 November to celebrate Marine Hall’s Birthday. Opened on 27 November 1935 Marine Hall has been entertaining audiences for 80 years and looks set to be home to great entertainment for many years to come.

There’s also plenty in store for music lovers.

The Billy Fury Years on Saturday 28 February takes you on a musical journey through the

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FY7 Community Beat Hello I’m writing this article mid-December for print in January. I sure you’re well on your way to full recovery from the Christmas indulgence, with many of us now ‘pretending’ to do the whole keep fit thing for 2015!! Anyway, if you are – good luck with it, you’re a better person than me!

So far in December, our drink drive campaign has had a massive impact throughout the division. There have already been 6 arrests for a positive breath test plus hundreds of negative breath tests. Remember, it’s the morning after that catches so many people out – if you’re out for a drinking session make sure you have the plans in place for the next day so you don’t need to drive to work/kids to school etc. 6 arrests is purely a statistic, but behind that figure is 6 lives possibly damaged through a conviction at court, disqualification, loss of employment, financial strain and stress on the family. Simple - don’t do it.

For those on the t’internet, take a look at our Lancs Police website – ‘Do It Online’ allows you to report incidents and crimes online direct through to us. You can complain and compliment and most importantly, it eases

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On the more traditional front, a real life PC/ PCSO will be in the ASDA store on Dock Street on the third Saturday of each month between 1pm and 3pm. We’re always joined by a Fleetwood Town Councillor too so between us we should be able to assist or refer on your information.

This being my first article of the new year, it would be right to wish you all a Happy 2015!!

And don’t forget, we have our own facebook page – Fleetwood Area Police, follow us and ‘like’ us.

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FLEETWOOD TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS Meetings last tuesday of each month. NORTH EUSTON HOTEL 7pm. The next 2 meetings are 27th Jan & 24th Feb at The North Euston Hotel 7pm. Annual Town Meeting on 31th March Enquiries - 01253 872444

LAPTOPS, PHONES & TABLETS SORTED FREE! Whatever the technology, this local community group will try to help! The West Fleetwood Community Computer Clinic, an initiative of Emmanuel Church West, has handled all kinds of technologies in its first six months of operation. Whether it’s a virus riddled Laptop, a Tablet which has lost its programs and music or a phone which won’t connect to the internet, they try to help and it’s all FREE! Hosted at the Rossall Tavern by kind permission of the landlords The Clinic meets regularly on Monday nights starting at 7:30pm. The next dates are: Oct 13 & 27, Nov 10 & 24, Dec 8.

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VISIT FLEETWOOD TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE. We have now moved and are relocated at Marine Hall, The Esplanade, Fleetwood FY7 6HF. 01253 887693 Opens (7 days a week) - 10.30am - 4.30pm.

The centre offers an extensive range of services and information: • Tickets for local, and regional events/attractions • Theatre bookings • A wide range of souvenirs, books and maps • Unusual gift ideas • Seasonal events • Information on all Wyre’s attractions, events, days out and activities FLEETWOOD RECYCLING CENTRE Jameson Road, Fleetwood Serving Wyre Recycling needs. Open 8am-7pm everyday 362 days a year, excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day www.lancswasteinfo.com FLEETWOOD MARKET 9.00 am - 4.30pm Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat. plus every Bank Holiday FLEETWOOD TIDE TIMES (Daily updates) www.tidetimes.org.uk/Fleetwood.html

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ACTIVITIES FYLDE COAST YMCA The Lofthouse Building, London Street, Fleetwood FY7 6JL. Monday: Pilates: 6.00-7.00pm. Monday: Yoga: 10.00-11.30am. 4.45-5.30pm (8-11 yrs).

Thursday Yoga class, 6.30-8pm Contact Manager 01253 872 320 LARKHOLME COMMUNITY CENTRE Monday Bingo 2.00-4.00. Tai Chi 5.30-6.30. Tuesday, Line Dancing 1.30-3.30. Wednesday, Ladies Circle 2.00-4.00. Thursday, Coffee Morning 10.3012.00noon, Patchwork Class 2.00-4.00. Friday, Sequence Dancing 2.00-4.oo, Qi Gon 5.00-6.30. Also Hall for Hire. Tel 7772477, 686814, 870268.

EVENTS AT FLEETWOOD LIBRARY Special Events January 20th 11.30-1.30: Worried about what you eat and if you are healthy enough? Come down to the Library and talk with Health Trainers from NCompass.

Their Health and Wellbeing services support individuals to improve and maintain their health and wellbeing by offering information, guidance and practical 1-1 support. January 27th 11.30-1: Need some help or advice? Try out Help Direct at Fleetwood library. As a support and information service for all adults aged 18 across Lancashire, Help Direct are designed to help people get the practical support, information and advice they need before a small problem becomes a crisis. Our advisors work with a wide range of organisations, community groups, charities and local councils. Why not drop in for advice around finances, home and garden, mobility, learning, leisure and volunteering? February 2nd – 14th: The People’s Patchwork will be on display at Fleetwood Library. The patchwork is the creation of members of all the Lancashire Library Craft groups.

Each group across Lancashire made a knitted or crafted square to represent their corner of the county.

Over 60 groups took part and have showcased their local areas to celebrate Community, Lancashire and their love of crafting. The finished squares were stitched together by Thornton Craft and Chat group to create a unique hand-crafted map of Lancashire.

February 3rd 10-1: Visit the Library for advice from a Citizens Advice Bureau representative, who will be on hand to answer you queries. Appointments only 10-12pm. Drop In session 12.30pm-1pm. February 3rd 11.30-1.30: Worried about what you eat and if you are healthy enough? Come down to the Library and talk with Health Trainers from NCompass. Their

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Health and Wellbeing services support individuals to improve and maintain their health and wellbeing by offering information, guidance and practical 1-1 support. February 3rd 2-6.45: Have your say at the Public consultation for the Fylde Coast Highways and Transport Masterplan. Come along to the Library to meet with representatives from the project. February 5th 6-7pm: Calling all Muggles and Wizards to hop on your broomsticks and fly to join us at Fleetwood Library to celebrate all that is Harry Potter, with tales, quizzes and games. Dress in your finest Potter Fancy Dress and get practising your spells to win prizes! February 7th 10-3pm: Come celebrate National Libraries Day with Fleetwood Library! The event is held in celebration of reading, libraries and their role in the local community around the United Kingdom; and Fleetwood Library invite you to come and see how you can get information on health, all things digital, volunteering, employability, hobbies and lots, lots more. See what you can learn, how you can help and how the Library can help you! February 10th 11.301: Need some help or advice? Try out Help Direct at Fleetwood library. As a support and information service for all adults aged 18 across Lancashire, Help Direct are designed to help people get the practical support, information and advice they need before a small problem becomes a crisis. Our advisors work with a wide range of organisations, community groups, charities and local councils. Why not drop in for advice around finances, home and garden, mobility, learning, leisure and volunteering? February 10th 2.15-3.15: The Adult Reading Group meets. This month they will be discussing ‘A Long, Long Way’ by Sebastian Barry. All are welcome to join the group for an informal chat, over coffee and biscuits, to discuss this profoundly moving, intimate and epic that charts a terrible coming of age during the Great War of an Irish soldier, in a situation where they fought side by side with British forces, whilst at home in Ireland the Easter Rising saw these same sides caught in a bitter clash against one another. February 18th 11.30-1.30: Worried about what you eat and if you are healthy enough? Come down to the Library and talk with Health Trainers from NCompass. Their Health and Wellbeing services support individuals to improve and maintain their health and wellbeing by offering information, guidance and practical 1-1 support. February 20th 10.30-11.30am Cryptic Crossword Group. Come and exercise those grey cells with this new group for those with a curious and clever mind February 24th 11.30-1: Need some help or advice? Try out Help Direct at Fleetwood library. As a support and information service for all adults aged 18 across Lancashire, Help Direct are designed to help people get the practical support, information and advice they need before a small problem becomes a crisis. Our advisors work with a wide range of organisations, community groups, charities and local councils. Why not drop in for advice around finances, home and garden, mobility, learning, leisure and volunteering? February 27th 10-3pm: You are all invited to our Memory Festival. Get information on living with dementia, learn relaxation techniques, head massages and more.

Regular Events Mondays Learn My Way beginners IT classes (by appointment only) 10am-12pm. These free sessions aim to teach learners the very basics, including using

a Mouse and Keyboard and sending emails. Classes are by appointment only. Please contact the Library or ask a member of staff to sign up. Also on Mondays is the Craft and Chat session in the Library which runs from 1.30pm until 3.30pm. All Welcome. Tuesdays The Job Club from 9.30am – 12noon. The Wyre Work Club will be providing help with applications, CV’s and interview techniques and the opportunity to use the computer facilities to search for employment. A drop in session, no appointment necessary. If you have time to spare and are looking for the chance to give back to your community visit the Library in the afternoons from 1pm until 4pm for an informal conversation with advisor Eileen about volunteer opportunities in your area. Chess Club Fleetwood Library 1.00pm-3.00pm Battle to your endgame and try to get a checkmate. All welcome. Thursdays Story Time, 2.15pm – 2.45pm. Story times for toddlers and pre-school children. Enjoy stories and lots of fun activities. Fridays Baby Bounce and Rhyme 11.30am – 12.00pm, Songs, actions, rhymes and a lot of knee-bouncing! Judith Rhodes from the National Careers service will be available to help with employability – e.g. Universal Jobmatch & CV’s. To an appointment an appointment please call 07896933477. Saturdays Board Games Club. 11 – 12pm. Come and play all your favourite games with the whole family. Learn My Way beginners IT classes. 2pm-3pm These free sessions aim to teach learners the very basics, including using a Mouse and Keyboard and sending emails. Classes are by appointment only. Please contact the Library or ask a member of staff to sign up. Large meeting room available for hire. Please contact the Library for further details.

For further information about any of these events, or if you would like to arrange an event with us; or if you would be interested in a library staff member coming to speak to your organisation or school about the Library and its services, please contact Fleetwood Library on 0300 123 6703. fleetwood.library@lancashire.gov.uk EVENTS AT NORTHFLEET LIBRARY On Thursday 5th February we have a special event: Your WW1 Ancestor: Where to begin? There are so many resources available to help you find out about your World War 1 ancestors. In this talk the Community Heritage Team will guide you through the wealth of information accessible through libraries, museums and the Lancashire archives. To book your place, ask at the library or telephone 03001236703 Regular Events Mondays 2-4 Sew Knit and Natter: Bring your sewing or knitting and exchange patterns and chat with refreshments provided Tuesdays 4-4.30 After School Story time Session- children, parents and carers welcome. Thursdays: 10-am: Toddler Rhyme Time.

Come and join in the fun with music rhythm and rhyme (and stories too) and find out about the Bookstart Bear Passport. Sign up and get rewards when you share stories books and rhymes in your local library or at home with the family. Fridays: Learn My Way from 10.00-11.00 Beginners IT classes The course covers the basics for beginners from using a mouse and keyboard to setting up an email and searching for jobs online. To book a place please contact the library or come in and see us. All year round: We have the Lancashire Reading Trail for children. Pick up a special map, read a book and off

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you go .There are cards and certificates to collect.

Please ask the staff if you would like to join. Health Trainers from NCompass: Did you know that you can book an appointment and meet a Health Trainer in the library for health and wellbeing advice? Please call in or ask the library staff for further details.

Help Direct will be at Northfleet Library on the first Thursday of the month, Thursday 5th February, 1.30-3.

Help Direct work with a large number of community groups across Lancashire to provide and develop support in many areas from health and fitness to managing finances. They are here for you so why not call in?

Our opening hours are: Monday 9-12.30 1.30-5, Tuesday 9-12.30 1.30-5, Wednesday 9-12.30, Thursday 9-12.30 1.30-6, Friday 9.30-12.30 1.30-5.

Northfleet Library next door to Flakefleet Primary School, Northfleet Avenue, Fleetwood FY7 7ND. If you need any further information about the Lancashire Library service please ask the library staff or contact Northfleet Library on 0300 123 6704, www.lancashire.gov.uk northfleet. library@lancashire.gov.uk WESTVIEW COMMUNITY CENTRE Monday ASBO Surgery 2.30-4.30 pm. Tuesday Sky’s The Limit 10.00-12.00 am. Citizen’s Advice Bureau 9.00am-4.00pm (every fortnight by appointment - tel: 0844 245 1294). Wednesday Credit Union 1.00-4.00pm (by appointment only - tel: 01253 478827. Dream Scheme—8-14 year olds 6.00-8.00 pm (contact the Centre on 01253 870133) Thursday Women’s Aid 10.00-12.00 am (tel: 01253 752014) Citizen’s Advice Bureau 9.00-4.00 pm (once a month by appointment - tel: 0844 245 1294) Friday Disability First Computer 9.30-1.30 pm (by appointment — contact Martin on 07837 874837) Sunday Emmaunel Church West 10.00-12.00 pm (Contact Rob Guinney on 07580 356664) www.westviewcommunity.org.uk UNKNOWN SCOUT EXPLORER UNIT Broadway Rooms, Broadway, Fleetwood Unknown Explorer Scouts is open to both boys and girls aged 14 to 18 years old and Meets on Friday nights, 19:30 to 21:00 A full range of activities is available, both indoor and outdoor.

Contact Gareth Bates 07732399499 join@unknownesu. org.uk or unknownesu@btinternet.com WYRE WOMEN’S CENTRE Based at the Beehive Centre, 85 Manor Road, Fleetwood.

We are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10am until 4pm and we provide a safe environment for women to access practical and emotional support. We offer support with a broad range of issues including; domestic violence, housing support and advice, support with offending issues, substance misuse advice, health and well being, debt budgeting advice and family/parenting support. We offer one to one support, training/learning and volunteering opportunities. 07525 124119.

WYRE CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU Monday: Surestart Childrens Centre, Kemp Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6JX. Tuesday: West View Community Centre, 2 Eden Avenue, Fleetwood, FY7 8DH. Clients can make an appointment by calling Lancashire West Citizens Advice Bureaux telephone gateway on 01772 424282, also by visiting any one of the above venues who can book an appointment on behalf of clients with the telephone gateway.

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THE ZONE WYRE Info Centre @The Zone Open Wednesday and Friday between 12:30 noon and 4:30 pm. We will still be offering information, support and advice on things that are important to you. We offer support on topics including education, jobs and training opportunities, housing, health, relationships and benefits. Most importantly there will be non-judgement supportive staff who will listen to your concerns. Contact: Sarah Butters 01253 775100.

MACMILLAN SUPPORT Macmillan help people affected by cancer every day we bake cakes, we run marathons, we listen, we advise, & we nurse. But most importantly, we make a difference. If you would like a speaker for your school, social group, friends or indeed any situation, or if you would like to get involved - give us a call or email us, we would love to hear from you.

Angie Hesketh MBE 878272 / 07792 737957 angiehesketh@tiscali.co.uk Natalie Lidstone: 07725 023027 FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME to disabled people. Phone AbilityNet on 0800 269 545 or visit www.abilitynet.org.uk GIRLGUIDING NEEDS MORE LEADERS Wyre Division needs more Leaders, It’s not to late to join the worlds largest Girl led organisation.

Being a Leader is one of our most rewarding roles.

You can work directly with girls, supporting them and helping them to grow into confident young people.

There is a wide-ranging training course that you follow to gain your adult leadership qualification because Guiding on your CV gets you noticed. Did you know that Guiding has some great opportunities for you to learn new skills and develop existing ones? These will also give your girls amazing experiences. Volunteering is very rewarding. Wyre Division covers Fleetwood, Cleveleys, Thornton, Poulton-le-Fylde and Over Wyre.

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BINGO Senior Citizens Club, Warrenhurst Road, Fleetwood.

Every Monday, Wednesday (not 1st Weds of the month) and Saturdays eyes down 7.30pm open from 6.45pm. Refreshments available. Everybody welcome. 01253 873480 FLEETWOOD WOMENS’ INSTITUTE Broadway Rooms, St Nicholas Church, Fleetwood. Meets every 3rd Tuesday starting at 2pm. Doors open at 1.30pm. Our first presentation in 2015 will be a talk on Tracing your Family Tree. Next dates: 20th January and 17th February. There is a varied programme throughout the year including, but not limited to, travel slides and talks, cake decorating, gardening etc. We also have lunches, excursions and other events. More information from Pam Tel: 01253 873991 or Anne Tel: 0777 4542402

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MUSTARD SEED GROUP St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street, each Mon evening, from 6pm to 9pm. If you are lonely, need guidance about any issues, do come along. You will be offered a hot meal, and the chance to talk with professional volunteers who are available for discussion and private conversation SIMPLY MEDITATE CLASSES Tuesdays 7:30 - 9:00pm, Fee £5 Fleetwood Library, North Albert Street FY7 6AJ Tel: 352721 www. meditationinblackpool.org.uk RegCharity no.

1080291 NEW VENTURE CLUB 88 Warren Street, Fleetwood FY7 6EA. Bingo: Tuesday and Thursday 7pm Dominoes. Weds 2pm and Saturday 7pm Whist: Wednesday 7pm and Friday 2pm Please Call 01253 822842 FLEETWOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP This meeting is for anyone affected by any type of cancer. The group meets on the first Weds of each month at the Euston Hotel Fleetwood FY7 6BN, 6.30 8pm. All welcome. Contact Rita Hewitt 07749 631661.

ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY DEMENTIA CAFES We meet at Cleveleys Park Methodist Church, West Dr, Cleveleys, FY5 2BQ. 10am -12:00 first Thurs of the month. For further info contact the Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre Alzheimer’s Society Office on 696854 RNA We meet 1st Sunday every month at the conservative Club, Lowther Road, Fleetwood. We welcome ex navy, merchant navy, relatives or just become a social member - nominal cost.

Angela Patchett on 878747 PARKINSONS DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP Our main aims are to give support to people with Parkinson’s Disease, their families and friends. We are a small independent group and meet on a weekly basis at our hall at the top of Bold Street, right next to the North Euston Hotel. Our meetings are run on a “drop in” basis every Wednesday between 10.a.m. and 3.00 p.m. Tea, coffee and biscuits are served in a very informal, comfortable atmosphere.

We also have a session with exercises especially chosen for Parkinson sufferers but helpers and volunteers can join in too. These exercises will not halt the progression of the disease but they do promote a feeling of well being and are mentally stimulating ( as well as being a good laugh in the process!!) The exercise session is at 12.noon. So if you are affected by Parkinson’s Disease in any way whatsoever, why not give us try, you never know, we might be just that extra tonic you need. Also if you feel like volunteering to help out in any way, pop in on any Wednesday and see what you think. We do hold other regular events, initially they were for fund raising but they are becoming more for the social side now. Sue on 0755 4623 231 e mail: parkinsonsprestonandfleetwood@gmail.com

NORCROSS CRICKET CLUB We will be starting outdoor nets at the beginning of April at the HASSRA Sports ground off Fleetwood Road South, Thornton. Senior Nets are held on Tuesday nights, junior nets are held on Thursday nights. 6.30pmIf you feel your playing days are over, but would still like to help the club in an admin role or help in any way, you would be made very welcome.

Ian Davies 07846 853690, Roger Garlick (Coach) 07545 891925, Steve Moss (secretary) smoss92@hotmail.co.uk or norcrosscc.co.uk FLEETWOOD & CLEVELEYS LIONS Our meetings are on the 4th Weds of every month and are held in a light-hearted manner, we also try to hold a social each month with varied content “Come and have a look at the Lions, we roar not bite” Contact Lion President Stuart Gratrix on 875548 WYRE QUAD ST. JOHNS AMBULANCE We meet every Wednesday evening at Farmer Parrs in Fleetwood. Adults (18+ years) 8.30pm9.30pm. Youth Division also meets on a Wednesday evening at Farmer Parrs Badgers (5-10 years old) 6pm-7pm Cadets (10-18 years old) 7pm-8.15pm.

We believe that every young person should have the opportunity to learn basic life saving skills. As well as first aid we also cover lots of other fun activities and earn various badges and certificates. Gemma Mellow 07969 441058 or email gemma.mellow@sja.org.uk FLEETWOOD ARTS SOCIETY Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road Tuesday Evenings 7-9pm, 01253 777679 New Members Welcome ST JOHN AMBULANCE BADGERS Every Weds at Farmers Parrs in Fleetwood, 6pm-7pm St John Ambulance Wyre Unit which covers Cleveleys, Fleetwood and Poulton. Sessions for 5-10 year olds and for 11-18 year olds to earn a young first aider certificate and lots of other subjects to earn awards within St. John ambulance. The children will learn some life saving first aid and have lots of fun too! the first week is free so come along and see what you think.tasha_rio_2005@hotmail.com, Tel: 07584 132991 LITTLE FISHES PARENT & TODDLER GROUP at Emmanuel church, term time Fridays 9.30-11.30 £1.50 per family, refreshments included. Starting Friday 6th September CSI: CARER SUPPORT & INFORMATION Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month, from 1.002.30pm, for a ‘Coffee & Cake’ session at Fleetwood Fire Station. General chat, guest speakers and workshops related to caring for a loved one at home.

We also meet monthly for our Time2gether lunches and social events which can be found on our website at: www.csi-wyre.co.uk. Separate groups also for our CSI:Ladies, CSI:Male Carers and CSI:Young Adult Carers.

Online support and information available on Facebook and Twitter or email csi_wyre@outlook.com or telephone/ text 07935 751 228

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LANCASTER INFANTRY REGIMENT MUSEUM Fulwood Barracks, Watling Street Rd, Fulwood, Preston PR2 8AA. We cherish the memory of the historic infantry regiments of Central Lancashire, including the East Lancashire, South Lancashire, and Loyal North Lancashire Regiments, the Lancashire Regiment (Prince of Wales Volunteers) and the Queen’s Lancashire Regiment. We are also proud to collect and collate the records of today’s Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment. We are open to the public on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays between 10.00 am and 4.00 pm. Free entry and free parking.

TRACE YOUR ANCESTORY If you need help tracing your ancestors come and join us. LFH&HS Fylde branch meet every 2nd Wednesday every month at 7.30 in the Church Hall of St Martin & St Hilda Fleetwood Road Carleton FY6 7NL. website www.lfhhs.co.uk for more info or call 01253 858058 FLEETWOOD TRAVEL GROUP Meets fortnightly on Mondays at Trinity Methodist Church on Fleetwood Road at 7.30p.m. We visit many different destinations via illustrated talks.

Do join us; visitors welcome. October 13th ‘Travels in South Africa’ by Alan Cameron. October 27th ‘Extramadura - a lesser known region of Spain’ by Peter Wulstencroft. Annual Membership is £15, visitor’s fee is £2. Contact Gwyneth 873148, Pat Mead 878927 or Dorte 779361.

FLEETWOOD RADIO ENTHUSIAST GROUP We meet on a Tuesday at this time of the year we meet on every Tuesday at the Strawberry Gardens pub Poulton Rd Fleetwood FY76TF other nights from spring until autumn we are operating from outside at various locations our events list is on the website & facebook. www.fleetwoodradiogroup.moonfruit.com/ www.facebook.com/fleetwood.enthusiasts, Email:gb0frg@hotmail.com, Contact John M0JFE 07940815659 FLEETWOOD LIFELONG LEARNING We meet in Fleetwood Library at 2.00pm. 26th January: Angie Hesketh MBE will be telling us about the work of “Macmillan Support”. 9th February: “Humorous Ways of Handling Stress” will be suggested to us by Dennis Moore. 23rd February: Ninette Levy will tell us about “Growing up in Cairo”.

There are refreshments and all are welcome.

BWF DIVING ACADEMY COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY Learn to Dive the Poolside ASA Diving Award Scheme.

BWF Diving is searching for the next generation of joung divers (Boys & Girls age 6-11) to represent BWF Diving Academy at regional and National competitions.

If your kid is 6-11 yrs of age and has a background in Gymnastics, Trampolining, dancer or Acrobatics, we would like to hear from you and invite your kid to a TRY DIVE FREE SESSION. Lessons based at Rossall School Swimming Pool. Tuesdays 5:30 - 6pm and 6 - 6:30, Wednesdays 6 - 6:30pm, Saturdays 10:30 11am and 11 - 11:30 Contact: BWF Diving Head Coach, Tel: 07956 505 759. E-mail: bwfdivingacademy@outlook.com CRAFT GROUP Meets every Monday 10 am till 1pm at the Parkinson Centre, next to the North Euston Hotel, Fleetwood.

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ZUMBA FITNESS with Barry, Tuesdays 8pm, Thursdays 8pm Fleetwood High School Come along and get into shape the best possible way. Burn upto 1000 calories, feel & look fabulous. £4.50 per class. No need to book 07922 688009 THE PURPLE MOUNTAIN SPIRITUAL CENTRE 60 Bold Street, Fleetwood FY7 6HL All are welcome, Thursdays Mediumship, Philosophy & Open circle Service 7.30pm -9pm / £3 Donation. Fridays Trance Mediumship & Healing Service 7.30pm -9pm / £5 Donation. Tea and coffee available after each service.

Phone 07541372445 Find us on facebook. Visit us einsteininitiative.com FLEETWOOD AND DISTRICT CHORAL SOCIETY meet every Friday at 7-30pm in Trinity Baptist Church Poulton Rd Fleetwood.New Members are welcome.

We are rehearsing Faure’s Requiem and Cantique de Jean Racine. Further information at fleetwoodchoral.org. uk or tel 855655 KNIT AND NATTER WITH SUE Once a fortnight 1.30 to 3pm at the Parkinson Centre next to the North Euston Hotel, Fleetwood on Mondays. For Mondays Knit & Natter please telephone 07538 879940 to confirm dates ‘WARBLERS ON’T WYRE SINGING GROUP Meets at the North Euston Hotel, Fleetwood. Every Friday 10.30am - 12.30pm. Admission 50p. ALL WELCOME! ARE YOU 16 - 19 YEARS OLD AND UNEMPLOYED? Whether you want to: Get info on jobs, college and training opportunities, Get support from friendly staff, Get help with CVs, application forms and interviews, Get support with benefits and housing advice, Apply for a free bus pass (16 – 18 yr olds only), Access additional trips and activities. We are now running Information Drop - In sessions across Wyre. MONDAY 12.00pm - 3.00pm Milton Young Peoples Centre, Milton Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6QW. THURSDAY 1.00pm - 4.00pm Martindale Park off Chatsworth Ave WRENS ASSOCIATION (FLEEWOOD) BRANCH Calling all Ex-Wrens residing in the Fylde Coast Area. We meet every 2nd Monday of the month at the R.N.L.I. Station, Fleetwood at 10-30a.m. for coffee and chat and the occasional day trip. For more information call Sheila on 01253 402415

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SWEET DEALS ON SURGERY, THE FRANCEENS, DINOSAURS ARE SH*T DRAGONS Saturday 7th March, 8pm The Ferret, 55 Fylde Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2XQ. Sweet Deals On Surgery are a band of three men from the north of England who play catchy/shouty/indie/ punk rock and drink too much. Alex-Bass/Voice RobGuitar/Voice Tim-Drums have just released their debut E.P ‘Total Reek Hole’, with song titles such as ‘Elvis Costello is a w****r’ and ‘Desk from the waist down’ it’s safe to say SDOS don’t take themselves too seriously.

Make no mistake though, the songs contained within these titles are well crafted, melodic, instantly catchy noise pop, with structures that veer a little from the norm. The Franceens are a 3 piece rock and roll band from York UK. They have been described by many as being a ‘real band’. They are known for their ferocious live shows, constant gigging, and their high-energy version of garage/rock and roll style music. They started in February 2013 and have been going strong ever since. Dinosaurs Are Sh*t Dragons: while most bands try to be something they’re not this Blackpool 4 piece are trying hard to not be something they are: socially-inept, culturally-handicapped genre cuckoos: pinching the best bits of a mixed bag of influences and inciting big dumb sing alongs across the North West with a barely contained energy that makes onlookers wonder if they’re trying to kill each other.

Sure, it’s not big or clever or cool, but maybe that’s the Music Industry’s problem, maybe it should take a little break from its fancy haircuts and status updates and just have a bit of a laugh.

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GOONIES NEVER SAY DIE, CONSTANT WAVES + TRIBAL FIGHTERS Saturday 28th March, 8pm The Ferret, 55 Fylde Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2XQ. Goonies Never Say Die are a five piece instrumental/ post-rock band from Blackpool. They have released two albums on Deep Elm Records with a third to follow in 2015.

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INFO CENTRE @ THE ZONE From Monday 5 November 2012 we will be open Wednesday and Friday between 12:30 noon and 4:30 pm. Activity info: We will still be offering information, support and advice on things that are important to you. We offer support on topics including education, jobs and training opportunities, housing, health, relationships and benefits. Most importantly there will be non-judgement supportive staff who will listen to your concerns. Contact Number - 01253 775100.

A-TEAM @ THE ZONE (for Young People aged 11 – 25 reviewed at 19 Years old) with learning difficulties and additional needs Openings: Monday 5:30 – 8:30, Cost: £1.00 (All subs go back into your provision) Activity Info: Available – Console Gaming, Arts & Crafts, Baking & Cooking, Dance Machine, table tennis, Pool & Snooker, table football. Alongside this we have a range of projects running. Contact: Michelle Beavers 01253 775100 YOUTHY @ THE ZONE (for Young People aged 13 - 19 Years) Openings : Tuesday- 6:30 – 9:30, Wednesday 6:30 – 9:30, Friday- 6:00 – 9.00. Cost : 50p (all subs go back into provision) Activity Info: Available – Console Gaming, Arts & Crafts, Baking & Cooking, Dance Machine, table tennis, Pool & Snooker, table football. Alongside this we have a range of projects running, trips and residential experiences. Opportunities to gain AQA accreditation and non AQA accreditation –ASDAN, DofE, etc. Contact: Michelle Beavers 01253 775100 TARGETED NEET (NOT IN EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT OR TRAINING) Drop in for Young People 16 – 18 who are case loaded to Targeted Youth Support workers.

Openings: Tuesday 1:00 – 4:00, Cost – N/A. Activity Info: Console Gaming, Arts & Crafts, Dance Machine, table tennis, Pool & Snooker, table football. Tea & Toast. Organised trips Contact: Louise Ashcroft – 01253 775100 INFO ZONE Need support? Advice? or guidance ? Around education, employment or training, Housing or any other issues that you may have. Wednesday & Fridays 12:30 – 4:30. Contact us on 01253 775100 1ST FLEETWOOD SCOUTS Scout Hut, St. John’s Ave, Fleetwood www.1stfleetwoodscoutgroup.org.uk 1st Fleetwood Scout Group is open to both boys and girls and meets on Tues, Wed & Thurs nights.

Tuesday is Beaver Scouts aged 6-8 Section Leader Belinda Armstrong. Scouts is Wednesday aged 1014 years Section Leader is Clare May. Thursday is Cub Scouts aged 8-10 years Section Leader Tracy Douglas. Camping, Hiking, climbing, backwoods cooking, trips out, IT, DIY, to name just a few 38

activities. There are loads of badges and awards the children can work towards gaining, to suit all ages, interests and capabilities. Contact Belinda Armstrong 877818. a.b.armstrong@btinternet.com 1301 9FY70 SQUADRON, AIR TRAINING CORPS - NOW RECRUITING Grange Road, Fleetwood FY7 8BH. (Tues & Thurs only) Time: 7 – 9:15pm Tues & Thurs. Age: 13-20. A variety of opportunities are on offer to the cadets including flying, gliding, adventure training, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, sport, UK and overseas camps, first aid training plus many more activities. See our webpage for more details. The organisation is staffed

by Adult Volunteers and we are always looking for interested adults from the local community to join us. Contact: Sqn Ldr Kath Lane Tel: 01253 870493 Email: oc.1301@aircadets.org www.1301aircadets.org 15TH FLEETWOOD ST. EDMUNDS RAINBOWS, BROWNIES & GUIDES Rainbows, Brownies & Guides in Fleetwood.

Rainbows age 5-7, Brownies age 7-10, Guides age 10+. Lots of activities, badges to earn, trips and holidays. To apply to join any of our units please register your interest at www.girlguiding.org.uk or call us on 0800 1 69 59 01.

FLEETWOOD GYM FOOTBALL Team Training Times Under 6’s Saturdays 10am King Georges (Outside) and Mondays 5-6 Fleetwood High School (Inside) £3 a week Under 7’s Saturdays 10 am King Georges (Match or Training) and Mondays 6-7 Fleetwood High School (Inside) Under 8’s Saturdays 10 am Match or Training and Tuesday 5-6 and Thursday 6-7 at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 9’s League Games Sat 10am and Tues 6-8 at Fleetwood High School (Inside) Under 10’s League Game Sat and Mon 6-7 at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 11’s League Game Sunday and Training Tuesdays and Wednesdays 7-8pm at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 12’s League Games Sundays, Training Monday 6-7 and Wednesday 7-8 at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 13’s League Games Sunday and Training Thursdays 6-7 at Fleetwood High School (Outside) Under 14’s Yellows and Blues League Games Sundays and Training Wednesdays 8-9 at Fleetwood High (Outside) All Fleetwood Gym teams subs are only £4 a week and each player receives a FREE Playing Kit, Training Kit and Tracksuit.

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ARMY CADETS Preston Street, Fleetwood. 01772 717078 www.lancashirearmycadets.com Mon & Weds 7-9pm (turn up on Night) Age: (Year 8) 12-18 yrs 9 months Cost: Free 4-6 trial period followed by £10 enrolment fee (to cover insurance) and you will receive a free uniform.

Group run by Adult Volunteers FLEETWOOD KITE CLUB LAND & SEA Anything kites, beach and recreational related, action packed,fun and friendly atmosphere. During the winter months we meet every other Saturday between 1pm-3pm and during the summer months our club flyin’s run on every other Wednesday evening 6pm-8pm.0795 643 8805 Phil-fkc@hotmail.com www.fleetwoodkiteclub.co.uk TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 206 Poulton Road, Fleetwood FY7 7LB Time: Children’s Club every Thursday evening term time only, 5.30 - 7pm. Age: 5-14. We have lots of activities on the Thursday such as football, crafts & cooking. Audrey Doyle on 01253 875618.

FLEETWOOD MULTI STARS SPORTS CLUB Fleetwood High School, Broadway, Fleetwood, Lancashire FY7 8HE Joanne: 01253 776093 / 07519 353131 Ronan: 887369 ronan.mcmahon@wyre.gov.uk Tues, 5pm - 6pm Disability Football Session Weds, 6pm - 7pm Disability Multi-Sport Session Thurs, 6pm - 8pm Disability Trampolining and Alternative Sport Session All activities are for boys and girls aged 8 - 20 yrs FLEETWOOD SEA CADETS Princes Way, Fleetwood, Lancs, FY7 8PG 01253 771866 fleetwoodseacadets@btinternet.com www.units.ms-sc.org/fleetwood Time: 7 - 9.15pm Tues & Fri. Age: 10-18 yrs. Fleetwood Sea Cadets is open to all young people aged 12 - 18.

The Marine Cadets is for young people aged 13 - 18 and has a Junior Sections open to 10 - 12 years of age.

It is Britain’s most successful nautical organisation for the development of young people.

FY7 DISTRICT AMATEUR SWIMMING GROUP www.fleetwoodswimclub.co.uk Keen young swimmers should come along to Fleetwood YMCA Swimming Pool, The Esplanade, Fleetwood on Monday or Wednesday evenings from 6.30pm. to 7.30pm for a free trial, speak to the coach on the pool. Or at Poulton YMCA Pool, Breck Road, Poulton on Tuesdays 6pm to 7pm. For info please see website.

THE MOUNT TAEKWONDO CLUB Mondays & Thursdays £2.50 17:25 to 19:00 at Broadway Rooms, St Nicholas’ Church, Broadway, Fleetwood. Saturdays £3.00 10:00 to 11:00 at Fleetwood Leisure Centre (YMCA), The Esplinade, Fleetwood.Try Taekwondo, Challenge Yourself! Keep Fit, Have Fun, Learn Self Defence & Compete.

Mixed Class open to all ages from 6 and above.

First Lesson free and family discounts. Chris Frost 07562179552 or Paul Barton 07834183746. mounttaekwondo@hotmail.com Search on Facebook for: Mount Taekwondo Fleetwood MULTI SPORTS FOR DISABLED PEOPLE Fleetwood Leisure Centre, YMCA Wednesdays 10.15-11.15 £3 per person Want To Try Lots Of Fun Sports, Activities & Games, Meet New People And Stay Healthy While Having A Great Time? If The Answer Is Yes...

Then Why Not Come Along To Our Weekly MultiSport Sessions. Contact Chris Debar Sports Officer for Wyre Council 01253 887209

ROYAL FUNK DANCE TROUPES Royal Funk: Aged 11+ Classes Sundays 5-7pm and Mondays %.30-7.30pm. Classes £4.50 each.

Royal Funk Miniatures: Age 5-10 years. Class Monday 4.30-5.30pm. Class £4.

All troupe members get to perform in shows, competitions, charity events and cabarets. Royal Funk have reached the Finals of the International Choreographic Awards for the last 2 years.

07874922223 royalfunkdancing@yahoo.co.uk TOMMYS YMCA LOFTHOUSE BUILDING Lofthouse Building, London Street, Fleetwood www.fleetwoodcyp.org.uk. One year membership £2.00 then 50 pence per night. Monday & Wednesday: Seniors Year 7 and above 6:45pm 9:30pm. Tuesday & Thursday: Juniors Year 5 and above 5:45pm -7:45pm. Boxing sessions: Monday to Thursday Juniors 5:30pm - 6:30pm Seniors 6:30pm 7:30pm (Requires additional Membership).

WYRE WHEELS Fleetwood YMCA Leisure Centre,Fridays 1.30pm3.30pm £3.50 per person. A cycling programme for people with disabilities or extra/additional needs.

For more information contact the Sports Development Team on 01253 887209.

FLEETWOOD TAEKWONDO CLUB Crescent buildings (Next to the North Euston Hotel) Bold Street, Fleetwood. We offer a diverse training programme with Traditional,Mixed and Sport sessions. All ages from aged 4 upwards catered for.

All instructors are CRB checked and vetted safe to work with children.

TRAINING TIMES Monday 6.15 to 7.30 Traditional Tuesday 6.00 to 7.15 Mixed, Wednesday 6.15 to 7.30 Sport, Thursday 5.00 to 6.00 Peawees 6.00 to 7.15 All other grades.FIRST LESSON FREE Look us up at www.fleetwoodtkd.co.uk e-mail: instructor@fleetwoodtkd.co.uk BLACKPOOL WYRE & FYLDE DIVING ACADEMY Could you be the next Tom Daley??? Learn to Dive the FUNdamentals of Poolside Diving ASA Award Scheme. BWF Diving is searching for the next generation of divers (Boys & Girls age 6-14) to represent BWF diving academy at Regional Novice Competitions. If your child is 6-14 yrs of age and has a background in Gymnastics, Trampolining, dancer or Acrobatics, we would like to hear from you, register for a FREE TRY DIVE SESSION. All participants must be able to Swim 25m. Lessons based at Rossall School Swimming Pool Fleetwood. Tuesdays 5:30 6pm and 6 - 6:30, Wednesdays 6 - 6:30pm, Saturdays 10:30 - 11am and 11 - 11:30.

Contact: Hugo Ordonez, BWF Diving Head Coach, North West Diving Development Co-ordinator. Tel: 07956 505 759, E-mail: bwfdivingacademy@outlook.com CAFE 3ONE6 (YOUTH CAFE) Held at the cafe 208 Lord Street, Fleetwood, Tel: 873098 Time: 7-9pm every other Friday. Next date: December 12th = Treat night. Please check by phone/notice in cafe for update to opening days in January 2015 Free drinks and toast in a friendly and safe environment (all staff CRB checked).

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REGULAR COFFEE MORNINGS at St. Peter’s, Lord Street, every Tuesday and Friday from 9.30 to approximately 3pm.

BREAKING BREAD, every Tuesday at 12.00noon at St. David’s Hall. A fabulous meal, in great company, for just £3.

Can’t be bad! Do come and see for yourself. Why not come earlier and join in the Service first at 11.30am.

WEDNESDAY CLUB, every Weds, at St. Wulstan’s Green Hut, Poulton Road, from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. A great “cuppa”, and a game of Bingo if you’re lucky.KNIT & NATTER GROUP – every Wednesday afternoon from 1pm to 3pm at St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street. Everyone is very welcome to join this happy group.

MUSTARD SEED GROUP – St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street, every Monday evening, from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. If you are lonely, need guidance about any issues, do come along.

You will be offered a hot meal, and the chance to talk with professional volunteers who are available for discussion and private conversation.

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH Poulton Road, Fleetwood. Mondays 13.30 Prayer time all welcome, 14.30 Ladies Fellowship Meeting with refreshments afterwards.19.30 Bible study and Prayer time, refreshments afterwards.Tuesdays 10-12 noon Craft and Chat group all welcome. Bring your project along whether cross stitch, knitting, card making and enjoy a chat and a cuppa.Thursdays 10.30 -12.30 Bible study and prayer time followed by lunch together. All welcome.

17.30 - 19.00 children and youth club , fun programme of craft, games, cooking and snack.

Friday ; last Friday of each month (also first Friday in August) Luncheon club 11.45 all welcome, funds raised go to the Fisher men’s mission.

Sunday Services Morning 10.45 , with Sunday School and Youth group also.18.30 Evening Service .

For further information contact Mrs. A.Doyle 01253 875618 FLEETWOOD SPIRITUALIST CHURCH Fleetwood Spiritualist Church, 5, Oak St. Sundays 6.30 pm: Divine Service. Mondays 7.30 pm: Spiritual Healing.

Tuesdays 7.30 pm: Open Circle. Fridays afternoon 1.30 meditation with coffee & cakes to follow SONGS OF PRAISE EVENT Fleetwood Churches Together are holding a ‘Songs of Praise’ event at the Marine Hall on Friday 10th October 2014 at 7.00pm. Thornton-Cleveleys Brass Band and Local children will take part. We hope to raise the rafters with lots of well known and well-loved hymns. Everyone is welcome and Admission will be free – no tickets needed.

Please come and join us for this popular event.For further information contact 01253 771062

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UNITED REFORM CHURCH, FLEETWOOD Dronsfield Road. Will be holding their monthly coffee morning on Wednesday 19th November in the Church Hall on Dronsfield Road from 10:30 to 12 noon. There will be a bookstalll, raffle and bring n’ buy. Refreshments. Entrance is 50p, all are welcome.

DO YOU NEED A HALL? If you need a hall, for a meeting, event or party, look no further. Fleetwood Churches Together have a number available in various parts of the town, all at very reasonable rates. Just contact the one nearest to you for more information.

St. Paul’s Church Hall, Warren Avenue South - contact Church office on 01253 873118 United Reformed Church Hall, Dronsfield Road – contact 01253 777451 or http://fleetwood.urc.org.uk St. David’s Church Hall, Fleetwood Road/Larkholme Lane – contact 01253 872363 or www.achurchnearyou.com/st.davidsfwd St. Nicholas Rooms, Broadway – Angie Hesketh 01253 878272 God Bless ............................................................................

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THE MOUNT RACING CLUB UPDATE

THE HIGHS AND LOWS OF RACING Looking Back at 2014

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014 started for us with two very nice horses both returning from injury and with high hopes for both.

Eva Clare was an unraced 3yo filly who had had an operation last year to remove a floating bone on her knee but was now ready to go and she impressed us with a nice debut run at the start of February when she finished 2nd at Wolverhampton. Three weeks later she confirmed the promise of that run when she bolted up in a Maiden at Southwell winning nicely under a confident ride from Ben Curtis. She then returned to Southwell in March and despite being hampered in the closing stages did well to finish 3rd on her first step into handicap company. Eva then made her Turf debut at Yarmouth in a Class 4 handicap and despite the firm ground not being to her liking plugged on gamely to finish 3rd. She then had a break over the summer months and returned to action at Musselburgh in October where she ran a nice little race that will have blown away the cobwebs ahead of an All Weather Winter campaign where we hope she can regain the winning thread.

Our other horse Loki’s Strike in the mean time was only weeks away from an eagerly anticipated comeback in March when disaster struck on the gallops as the injury we had so patiently been nursing him through flared up again and this time it was to spell the end of his racing career. This was a great

shame for Loki who was lightly raced 4yo but at the end of the day the horses well being came first and he was successfully re homed to enjoy the rest of his life naturally.

The departure of Loki meant the arrival of a new horse and we broke all records to bring in a very taking 2yo filly by multiple Group1 winner Dylan Thomas.

She was named Fidelma Moon and in early August made her eagerly anticipated debut in a 7f Maiden at Great Yarmouth where despite showing greenness early on she battled on gamely to finish 2nd, beaten only by a short head in a photo finish. Four weeks later she reappeared again in a what looked like a very classy little Conditions race at Wolverhampton and despite fluffing her lines at the start she powered home to victory in impressive style beating some decent horses in doing so. Her next port of call was a trip down to HQ Newmarket where she lined up in a valuable 2yo race on Future Champions Day and provided all her connections with with a memorable day out at the home of Flat Racing. Finishing midfield in a high quality race was no disgrace for Fidelma and a positive way to end the year for The Mount Racing Club, she has now been put away for the Winter so she can strengthen up both physically and mentally and will return next season to give her Owners plenty more magical days out with her.

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