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elcome to your NEW Blackpool LINK-Magazine a FREE monthly magazine, which is now part of the largest monthly advertising media in Wyre & Blackpool, covering over 66,000 copies a month across 7 titles, and this month producing over 288 pages! More than twice our nearest competition. Containing local businesses and useful content, in the coming months your magazine needs you, and with your help it will grow and develop into your first stop place for local business. Well here we are in October, the nights getting shorter, crisper cooler air with spooky goings on at the end of October, it will be our first opportunity to take our daughter trick a treating oh what fun, just hope daddy doesn't have to get dressed up as well. We have great kids offer at Farmer Parrs for Halloween as well as many spooky evening events to be held. Early November will bring anticipation of Bonfire Night, please be sure to go along to a local supervised event for your and your families safety. Congratulations LINK-Spotter Mrs I Causer, Westby Way, Poulton Le Fylde who won our where am I competition £50 on its way to you.
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Blackpool 6th Form College
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Salon 53 Offers
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Property Trades & Services
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Uncle Toms Events Guide
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Chaseley Care Home
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Where Am I?
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Discount Motoring Offers
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£30 MOT KCC Auto’s
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Halloween Offer Farmer Parrs
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10% OFF Thingamajigz
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Kids Bike & Servicing
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10% OFF StreetRod Motorcycles
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BJFF Football News
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Community What’s On
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Community Useful Numbers
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Trade Directory & Classified
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10% OFF Blackpool Windows
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Club House & Facilities News..... Work continues at a pace on further improving and developing our facilities. The work to provide 2 x new mini BJFF Annual Tournament - Festival of Football soccer pitches is almost completed, with the area of land The count up has now been completed, and it is fair to behind our Club House now taking shape (thanks to say that we exceeded all of our expectations in raising some well timed rain during the summer months.....!!). We THOUSANDS of pounds for the further development of our are hoping the pitches will be playable after a couple of Club House and facilities, breaking all previous records.....! further cuts (thanks to Street Scene...!!) by the end of As the BIGGEST football tournament in the country, with September, and will be planning an official unveiling with 275 teams entered this year, we needed many willing our supportive local councillors. We have also completed volunteers over the 4 days of the August bank holiday the works to provide a pathway from our Clubhouse to the weekend, and with the tremendous spirit they all main field (thanks to our friends from Probation Services) displayed, it was only right that we had a tournament and have just completed a refurbishment of our boys and "thank you" celebration, for all of our volunteers, which girls toilets. Further work planned for October includes a was held in the Whiteholme Community Centre on changing room re-design, and increased storage Saturday 18th September. Plans to make our tournament provided with benches in each changing room. BIGGER and BETTER will kick-in after Christmas, where we will also be starting to plan our ALL GIRLS Tournament Fund-Raising and Social Events..... at the start of June. The Fund-Raising and Social Team have started preparations for our next event - a Halloween Party for our A huge thank you to all of the individuals, businesses, and younger children (aged 3-10). This year the Halloween supporters of BJFF, who contributed to the success of our Party will take place in the spookily decorated upstairs function room of The Red Lion, our community partners. Tournament in 2010. Tickets are on sale from the Clubhouse and all fundraising / social development reps, and children from Football For ALL Initiative Our Football For ALL initiative welcomes children who are outside of BJFF are also welcome to attend (*please see new to football, or who would just like some extra training, flyer for details). We will then be moving onto the Childrens Christmas Party and Adults Christmas Party. In with the emphasis on a fun and friendly environment. the New Year, we have plans to host a "Hells Kitchen" Headed up by Level 2 coaches, Andi Whitworth and Joe Rooney, we welcome Boys and Girls aged between 4 and night with BJFF coaches manning the kitchen of The Red 11, each and every Sunday, from 10:30am - Midday. Lion, and diners invited to taste the gastronomic delights cooked up, with all action screened for the awaiting Trainers, Football Boots, Shin Pads and a Drink diners. More information on these events and others will recommended. The BJFF Club House is on the corner of Kelvin Road and Carr Road and has a fully-stocked snack be published in the next article. bar which will be open serving hot and cold food and Summary..... drinks. Our website is regularly updated with up-to-date information and contact details - see >> http:// Training will continue throughout the Winter months and all newcomers will be given a warm welcome. If you are www.clubwebsite.co.uk/bjff . If you would like to bring your interested in coming along, with your son or daughter, you child down to BJFF, or would like to get involved in can simply turn up at the Club House on Sunday morning, coaching / fundraising / voluntary work of any kind, or you are a business who could support us with our numerous or pre-book with our Football For ALL Lead Coordinator, Andi Whitworth (FA Level 2 coach) on 07791 137682 (or e- sponsorship and advertising opportunities, please do not hesitate to contact our Chairman, Andy Griffiths on 07884 mail—andiwhitworth@hotmail.co.uk). The first session is FREE, and then £3 thereafter. 476954 (e-mail - agriffit@csc.com). October Edition Submission...........
New Team Development - Here Come The GIRLS..... At BJFF we currently have two dedicated GIRLS only teams, training and playing matches in the North Valley Youth League. We currently have one team representing BJFF at Under 13's (School Years 7 and 8) and we are looking to introduce teams at the younger age groups for next season. Therefore, we are on the lookout for players from school year 1 - 8 inclusive.......... if you would like to come down for ALL GIRLS or MIXED TEAM development, and experience some of the best coaching the area has to offer, please contact our Head of Girls Football Development, Simon Walford (Mobile - (07920) 865497, or E-Mail - siwalford1965@googlemail.com) for more details.
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community Blackpool Illuminations Have you seen them? The sort of spectacle that everyone should see at least once, Blackpool Illuminations enthral millions of visitors every year. The greatest free light show on earth has been a major part of Blackpools attraction since 1879 when they were described as Artificial Sunshine. The annual Festival of Light compliments the traditional Illuminations with a contemporary look at the concept of light and art working together to create entertainment. You can even get involved with some of the interactive installations designed to amuse and provoke thought. The Big Switch On is the brightest night, when the switch is pulled to create the magic and excitement that Blackpool is known for., Friday 03 September—Sunday 07 November 2010 www.visitblackpoolilluminations.com British Freestyle Championships The British Freestyle Championships covers Solos, Premier Championships, Teams, Slowdance, Street/Hip Hop Pairs & Solos and Couples. The Championship will takes place in the beautiful Empress Ballroom at the Winter Gardens. Entries for this event are on the day. Saturday 09 October 2010-Sunday 10 October 2010 Opera House & Winter Gardens, Blackpool, FY1 1HW www.blackpooldancefestival.com
What's On keeping order for each show on the tour along with resident team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell, who will be joined by two stars from the world of sport. The two sporting panellists on Matt and Phils teams will change in each city and will have a strong regional connection. The sporting celebrities for each date will be announced shortly. This is the first time that fans of the programme can experience the hit show outside of their living rooms and will also be a unique experience for the presenter and captains. Phil Tufnell commented; Its really thrilling to be able to take the show on tour. Doing it live means we can interact more directly with the audience which will make the show a lot more exciting., Friday 29 October Opera House, BLACKPOOL, FY1 1HW www.blackpoollive.com HALLOWEEN FAMILY PARTY Empress Ballroom Saturday 30th October Enjoy a spooktacular night of Halloween fun in a safe, family orientated environment at the Winter Gardens from 6pm to midnight. There’s a scary something for everyone, with fun and games, live entertainment, DJ Hayley Kay and disco, bouncy castle and much more. Win a prize for the best fancy dress – the grown ups can have a go too – and there are tasty bites available from the monster menu! A great way to celebrate Halloween! Tickets - on sale from 11am Friday 17th September £7.50pp - Adults / £5.00pp - Children / £22 Family of 4 (2 adults/2
Blackpool FC v Manchester City FC Blackpool FC Premier League Match against Manchester City FC. Enjoy premiership football at Bloomfield Road. Kick off 3 pm, Saturday 16 October 2010 Seasiders Way, Blackpool, FY1 6JJ www.blackpoolfc.co.uk
80's Mania Both musically and visually 80's Mania is a feel good, fantasy concert celebrating over 35 smash hits from the heroes of the 1980's. This dynamic concert and world class stage production presents all the greatest smash hits from stars of Blackpool FC v West Bromwich Albion FC the era including: DURAN DURAN, THE HUMAN LEAGUE, Blackpool FC Premier League match against West Bromwich KIM WILDE, FRANKIE GOES TO Albion FC. Enjoy premiership football at Bloomfield Road. HOLLYWOOD, CULTURE CLUB, WHAM, NENA, TONI Saturday 30 October 2010 BASIL, DEAD OR ALIVE, MADNESS, MADONNA Oktoberfest 2010 Friday 29th - Saturday 30th October We are bringing the spirit and bier of Munich to a marquee in Bilsborrow to recreate an authentic Oktoberfest on Friday and Saturday evening. Tickets on sale 1 September. Held at Guy's Thatched Hamlet, Bilsborrow. Further Information: 01995 640010 Guy's "Not So Scary" Halloween Sunday 31st October Kiddies halloween fun in our marquee with Punch & Judy, disco, kiddies crafts, prizes for the best fancy dress, carved pumpkin and biggest pumpkin. The day is rounded off at 6pm with a huge firework display. Held at Guy's Thatched Hamlet, Bilsborrow. Information Question of Sport - Live After entertaining millions of viewers every week, BBC ONEs A Question of Sport is to embark on its first ever live stage tour to celebrate a staggering 40 years on air. The UKs longest running and most popular sports quiz will embark upon a UK tour across all major cities from the 20th October- 17th November 2010. Presenter Sue Barker will be
Enjoy over 30 Hits with 60 costume changes!! Live Aid meets Top of the Pops - Dig out your 80's fashions and prepare to party!!!,Thursday 28 October 2010, Opera House, BLACKPOOL www.blackpoollive.com Kyran Bracken's Ice Party Kyran Brackens Ice Party will be skating back into The Arena from Saturday 23rd to Saturday 30th October with matinee and evening performances promising a fantastic and spectacular ice skating show for all the family. Rugby World Cup Winner and Dancing On Ice Champion 2007 Kyran Bracken MBE Actress and Dancing On Ice 2007 runner up Clare Buckfield 2007 King of the Jungle Christopher Biggins Actor and Dancing On Ice 2010 5th Placed Danny Young Dancing On Ice professional skater Brianne Delcourt 8 time Brittish Champion and three time Olympian Steven CousinsFormer Russian, European, World and Olympic Champion Elena BerezhnayaWinners of Torvill and Deans 'Make me an ice star' 2009 The Oxford Freestyler Saturday 30 October 2010 The Arena, Blackpool, FY4 1EZ www.pleasurebeachresort.com
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