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Welcome to your Lytham St Annes Magazine...

We find ourselves with our last edition of 2016. It’s been another great year!

We would like to thank all our readers, contributors and advertisers.

You are all aware that LINK-MAG reaches more doors than any other local media. Our place in the community means that we can reach out to more people than ever to make sure this Christmas is enjoyed by all, however you celebrate it at this time.

Our next edition will be a joint Jan/Feb issue. As always it will be out later in January as we take a well earned break. But don’t be fooled – we will still be working behind the scenes adding our website with new content. We will also work on other improvements, creating new competitions, offering great print deals and making your best local magazine even better in 2017!

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An Orchid Is Not Just For Christmas

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any people are put off by the cost, but I’ve seen large, exotic-looking moth orchids (Phalaenopsis) in shades of pink and cream reduced from £9.99 to under a fiver in my local Marks & Spencer.

Perhaps orchids are not traditionally the plant associated with Christmas, but their long, arching stems bearing sprays of beautifully marked, delicatelooking flowers look great in both modern and traditional settings.

Moth orchids are widely grown and well-suited to life indoors, requiring a minimum temperature of 16C. I bought one in Ikea and kept it on an airy kitchen windowsill, where it flowered for four months until it finally needed a rest in November.

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Trends are changing as people start to shy away from the big, showy flowers to the more dainty, subtle and smaller-flowered types.

Slipper orchids (Paphiopedilums), trendy in Victorian times with their waxy leaves and lip-shaped pouch at the front of the flower, are again becoming popular. The flowers are usually long-lasting and can remain in bloom for months.

Some people have veered away from orchids in the past, fearing they may need a lot of maintenance. But these elegant plants, which originate from South-East Asia, are actually tough old birds which don’t like too much fuss.

It’s generally overwatering that kills them, and they are becoming easier to grow as nurseries bring out new varieties. Most hybrids come from hot, humid forests and like a warm, tropical climate.

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It’s a myth that they must be shaded, because they do well on windowsills and flower more freely if given some sun. However, it’s best to keep them out of direct sunshine in the summer - and don’t make the mistake of moving them from somewhere very shaded into direct sunlight, or they will suffer leaf scorch.

Some orchid-lovers mist the plants regularly, but they really don’t need to.

Orchids should just be watered once a week by immersing the pot into a bowl of tepid water until it’s moist all through. Then lift the pot out and sit it on a draining board for a few minutes before putting it back into its permanent pot. The plant should be allowed to dry out between watering.

Use a half-strength liquid feed for orchids. Add it each time you water the plant, which you need to do more frequently in summer.

Moth orchids should be repotted about once a year - you can buy specific compost for orchids from garden centres. It’s expensive, but worth it as it has the right mix of nutrients.

If you grow a cymbidium orchid indoors, be warned that it does not like being repotted and may not flower for several years afterwards if you do so.

These orchids, which come in a wide colour range with spikes bearing up to 20 long-lasting flowers, normally flower from early winter to late spring.

They are also good specimens for putting outside in the summer to brighten up your patio.

Best of the bunch - Witch hazel (Hamamelis) The scented, spidery blooms and spectacular autumn colour make these medium-sized and large deciduous shrubs a must for the winter gardens.

The flowers, which have twisting, ribbon-like petals,

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cluster thickly on bare stems from autumn to early spring and won’t be damaged by frost, while the broad, oval leaves turn yellow in autumn. Witch hazels can be grown as specimen plants in borders or in groups, depending on the variety. Grow H. x intermedia ‘Pallida’ as a standalone specimen, with its vase-shaped habit and golden autumn leaves, while H. x intermedia ‘Diane’, which grows to 4m (12ft), flowers in mid to late winter and produces bright green leaves which turn orange, yellow or red in autumn.

Witch hazels like reasonably fertile, moist but welldrained soil and prefer neutral to acid soil. Place them in sun or partial shade in an open but not exposed spot. Prune any crossing shoots in late winter or early spring to keep a good shape.

Good enough to eat - Prune blackcurrants December is a good time to prune blackcurrants as the absence of foliage makes it easier to see old stems that need to be removed. Blackcurrants fruit on both new and old wood and are grown with the branches growing in a clump from, or just under, ground level.

To prune successfully, you need to maintain a balance between new and old wood, removing around a third of the bush each year to keep the plant healthy and leave a more open bush which will fruit more readily.

Where possible, cut older stems to the ground, leaving younger wood to fruit in summer, although realistically you will likely cut out some young growth at the same time.

When you have finished pruning, the bush should seem fairly open and there should be a balance between old and new branches. Mulch with well-rotted organic matter after pruning, but don’t let it touch the stems.

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2. In autumn net the branches you will want to cut for berries so the birds don’t strip them.

3. If you want to move a young seedling holly, do it in late winter or early spring to give it the best chance of survival.

THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH • Put up a protective screen to shield newly planted evergreens from wind scorch.

• Cover holly berry bunches with netting to ensure they are still there at Christmas.

• Check that newly planted trees and shrubs have not been loosened by frost and carefully re-firm their rootballs into the soil with your heel.

• Check that stakes and ties are in good condition and in the right position.

• Plant any remaining spring-flowering bulbs if soil conditions are suitable. If not, use containers.

• Clear any remaining fallen leaves from alpine or rock garden plants, which often react badly to moisture around their crowns.

• Look out for apple canker in the bark of trees and prune out infected areas completely.

• Leaf through seed catalogues and order vegetable seeds, onion sets, garlic bulbs and seed potatoes you will need in the next few months.

• Sow a few pots of radishes or lettuce in a heated propagator until they are ready to be planted out.

• If the lawn is not frozen, brush worm casts over the surface on a dry day using a besom or broom.

• Bring bay trees grown in pots under cover if cold weather is forecast, as their leaves are susceptible to cold winds and need protection.

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Tuesday 20 - Christmas Storytime with a visit from Santa, 2pm.

Suitable for under 7’s. Everyone welcome.

Contact Details Email Ansdell.library@lancashire. gov.uk Tel 0300 1236703 g t --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ST ANNES LIBRARY Regular Events ANSDELL LIBRARY Every Monday. Toddler Time, Regular Events 10-10.30am. Singing and stories Every Monday. Toddler Rhyme for toddlers and their parents, Time,10.30am-11am. Singing grandparents and carers and stories for toddlers and their Every Monday. Baby Bounce parents, grandparents and carers and Rhyme, 11-11.30am. Fun Every Tuesday. Knit & Natter, for babies and their parents, 10.30am. A warm welcome awaits grandparents and carers from this fun group.

Every Friday. 9.15am-12.15pm.

Every Thursday. Baby Bounce and One to one help with online forms Rhyme, 10.30am. Enjoy action and CV writing. Booking essential. songs and rhymes with your baby. Every Tuesday. Storytime, 11Every Friday. Computer Basics, 11.30am.

2pm-4pm. Get started on line.

1st Wednesday 10am and 2nd Booking required.

Thursday 2pm each month.

Other Events Reading Groups. Come and join in Community Christmas Tree. Make the discussions. a decoration or bring in one you’ve Every Thursday. Online basics made at home to decorate the session, 10am -12noon. Booking library tree. essential.

Thursday 8 – Friends of Ansdell Every Thursday: Art Circle at Library Christmas Evening. Details the Library: 11-12.30, £2.50 per to be confirmed.

Thursday session.

Thursday 15 - Community Tea & Page2Page Reading Group New Coffee Hour, 2-3pm. Everyone is Members Welcome 2nd Thursday welcome for refreshments and of each month 2-3.30pm friendly chat. Run by the Friends of 1st and 3rd Friday every month.

Ansdell Library.

Knit Together, 10am-12noon. All Closes Saturday 17 - Children’s welcome to knit, crochet, chat and Christmas Colouring Competition. enjoy a brew.

Pick up a colouring sheet at the Other Events library. Entries to the library by 1pm Friday 2 – The Google Garage – 2 hour sessions 9/11 and 2pm Get Saturday 17 December.

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the digital skills you need to reach more customers online - Tel: 01772 536722 for more details email – library-online@lancashire. gov.uk Saturday 10 - Christmas Craft Fair – 9.30 – 4pm – Contact St Annes Library if you would like to hire a

table for your crafts just £10:00 per table.

Tuesday 13 - Christmas Storytime with Santa - 11:00 – 12:00 Special gift from Santa and lots of Christmas fun.

Saturday 17 - Christmas Fun– Children’s Christmas event all ages welcome – stories games and festive fun.

Contact Details Email stannes.library@lancashire. gov.uk Tel 0300 1236703 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------KIRKHAM LIBRARY Regular Events Every Monday. Baby Bounce and Rhyme, 10-10.30 am. Fun for babies and their parents, grandparents and carers.

Every Wednesday 2-3 pm. Online Basics session. Booking essential.

Alternate Saturdays. Family Games Club. 9.30am-12noon.

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Board games for all ages. Free membership.

Alternate Thursdays. Knit and Natter, 10.30am-12noon.

Every 1st Wednesday of month, 5pm-6pm and every 3rd Friday, 11am-12noon. Kirkham Library Reading Groups Alternate Saturdays. Creative writing group, 12noon-1pm.

Contact Details Email Kirkham.library@lancashire. gov.uk tel 0300 1236703 Website www.lancashire.gov.uk/ libraries Find us on Facebook www. facebook.com/fyldelibraries and Twitter http://twitter.com/ fyldelibraries --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM HERITAGE GROUP 2 Henry Street, LYTHAM, Lancashire FY8 5LE. Tel: (01253) 730787 Archive – Tel: (01253) 730775, thecentre@lythamheritage.co.uk, archivecentre@lythamheritage. co.uk, www.lythamheritage.co.uk EXHIBITIONS PROGRAMME 2016.

01 – 20 Nov “Vibrant Views Creative Canvases” by Photographic Artist Elizabeth McMorran.

22 Nov – 11 Dec “Tom Mellor Remembered” an exhibition celebrating the talent of the local architect, painter and designer, by Lytham Heritage Group. g t --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MEMORIAL HALL, COMMUNITY CENTRE 92 ST. ALBANS ROAD, ST. ANNNES (Nr. YMCA) - (Buses 68 & 11) Mondays 9.30am Mature Moves. 2.00pm Doris/Linda’s Dancing. 7.30pm NEW HORIZONS. 7.00pm Over 55’s Whist (No Partner Read.) Tuesdays 11.00.a.m.Over 55’s Pilates – 2.00pm Over 55’s Social/Bingo. Wednesdays 2.00pm AMICUS. 7.00pm Over 55’s SOLO (No Partner Reqd.)

7.00pm St Annes Community Choir, Thursdays TAE KWON DO. 8.00pm St. Annes Photographic Society. Fridays 2.00pm Whist etc.

7.00pm Serendipity Spiritual Centre.

Saturdays 2.00pm Just Good

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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PCSO’S OPEN SURGERY All Welcome to come along and engage with Your local Police.

Advice, Support and Reassurance on offer. Coffee, Tea & Biscuits served. Every Second Monday every month: Freckleton Library 1:30-3:30pm Every Second Tuesday of every month: Lytham Library 12-2pm Every Second Wednesday of every month: St Anne’s Library 12-2pm Every Second Thursday of every month: Ansdell Library 12-2pm - further details: contact Andrew Noble Police Community Volunteer andrew.noble@lancashire. pnn.police.uk Tel: 07738 622 823 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE INTACT CENTRE 49 Whitby Avenue | Ingol | Preston PR2 3YP Tel: 01772 760 760 | Web: www. intact-preston.org.uk Mondays: Computer lessons 9.30am-12.30pm, Bingo 12.45pm2.45pm, Work Club 1pm-3pm, Learning lounge (ages 5-11) 3.15pm-4.15pm, Girls Allowed (ages 10-16) youth club. Boxing/Circuit training 7pm9pm (ages 10-25) Tuesdays: Computer lessons 9.30am-12.30pm, Arts & Crafts 12.30pm-3pm, Direct Help (Help support & guidance Service) 1pm3pm-by appointment. Youth Café (ages 11-15) 5pm-6.30pm Weds: CAB Drop-in 9.30am-1pm, Computer drop in 9.30am-3.30pm, Walking for Health 10am-12pm, Work Club 1pm-3pm, Get Crafty (ages 5-11), Morris Dancing 5pm7.30pm, IT/Computers 5pm-7pm, Food Co-op orders and pick up.

Thurs: Computer lessons 9.30am12.30pm, Yoga 9.30am-10.30am, Energy club 3.15pm-4.15pm (ages 5-8). Community Voices Choir 4.30pm-6pm, (ages 5-16), Family prize bingo 6.30pm-8.30pm.

Friday: Computer lessons 9.30am12.30pm, Friday 1-2-3 Club (£3 for Drinks & cakes plus weekly activities), Computer Drop-in 1pm3.30pm, Friday Football (ages 5-11)

3.15pm-4.15pm Saturday: Café 49 6pm-8pm-games and chat-families welcome.

Any queries contact Deb on 01772 760760 or look on our Website www.intact-preston.org.uk g t

Notices DEBRA CHARITY SHOP Donations of Clothing, Bric-a-Brac, DVD’s, CD’s, Books, Electrical items ect along with furniture, desperately needed for our charity shop on Park Rd. Tel: 727084 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WELFARE BENEFIT OUTREACH SURGERIES With the support of Fylde Council, Fylde CAB, Wyre Council & Care & Repair, Disability First is now providing welfare benefit outreach surgeries for people living in Fylde & Wyre. You can book a free 30 mins time slot for benefit checks to ensure you are receiving everything you are entitled to. The Fylde surgery is held at Fylde CAB, Kirkham. Call Disability First on 472202/3 or email andycoupland@ disabilityfirst.org --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME to disabled people. Phone AbilityNet on 0800 269 545 or visit www.abilitynet.org.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FREE ENGLISH LESSONS At Catholic Parish Centre, St Albans Road, St Annes FY8 1XD All nationalities welcome! Monday afternoons 13:30 to 15:00 or Monday evenings 19:00 to 20:30 (not during school holidays). All levels including beginners. Lessons are FREE. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------DAY OF SUNSHINE: CHILDREN’S CHARITY Have you any spare time to help our local children’s charity. Urgently needed volunteers to help run our Charity shop come along and join our friendly volunteers. Hours/days to suit. The Crescent Lytham St Anne’s, contact 01253/720710

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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CONNECT MORE St Annes Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Centre. We are a group of friendly people who have experience of a range of mental health issues and are happy to offer support and understanding to anyone in a similar situation. The group is run by us, for us and we’d love it if you’d join us! For £2 you get a brew and biscuits and the use of art & craft materials, board games or just chat and meet new friends.

We meet every Wednesday between 10am -12pm at 63 St Albans Rd., St Annes Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Centre. Opposite side to YMCA.connectmorestannes@gmail. com , Facebook Connect More wanttoconnectmore.weebly.com/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NATIONAL TRUST RIBBLE CENTRE. - Saturday 3rd December 16 Christmas Bring and Buy Sale at United Reformed Church Community Hall, St Georges Road, St Annes. Tickets on sale at the door. Open 10am - 12 noon - Thursday 15-17th December. Visit to Gawswoth Hall (Cheshire) and Chatsworth to see the stunning Xmas decorations. £305 pp for 2 nights at The Old Hall Hotel at Buxton with dinner, bed and breakfast, admission to Gawsworth Hall and Chatsworth. You will enjoy our fine company! For more details contact Mr John Harpham tel 07545 1817 85 poppyb@tiscali.co.uk - Saturday 25th February 2017 at 2pm. Talk on Iceland (given

by Christine and Keith Buxton) at United Reform Church Community Hall, St Georges Road, St Annes.

Free admission. For more details contact Sheau O’Hara at 01253 727 246 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CRAFT & GIFT FAIR Saturday 3 December 10:30am - 4:30pm At Lytham Assembly Rooms, Dicconson Terrace, Lytham FY8 5JY. A wide range of stalls offering a beautiful array of seasonal gifts, a visit from Santa, Christmas 38

music and tempting home-made refreshments. In aid of Girlguiding Kilgrimol Centre, St Annes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------KIRKHAM EX-TABLERS Former members of Kirkham & Rural Fylde Round Table.

In 2001, Table replaced their annual can collection with raising money for local and national charities by taking a Santa’s Sleigh round the local area.

This year’s charities to benefit are Marie Curie, North West Air Ambulance and Brian House Children’s Hospice and the timetable is as follows:

and join our stroll, learn about the estuary’s important inhabitants.

Members £2.50, Non members £3.50 Little Ducklings Nature Tots Monday 5 December, 10.30 am – 12 noon. Enjoy a festive fun filled session for under 5’s with a wildlife story, wildlife wow moment, snack and drink at the Ribble Discovery Centre, Fairhaven Lake.

Booking advisable call 01253 796292 or email claire.critchley@ rspb.org.uk. Children members £2, non members £3. Adults Free

Lancashire Wildlife by Local Wildlife Photographer Martin Jump Thurs 10th Dec - British Aerospace Thursday 8 December, 7.30pm Warton Main Gate - 11.30 -14.00.

-9pm. The annual Christmas talk Wed16th - Wesham - 18.15 - 20.30. at the Ribble Discovery Centre, Thurs 17th Dec - Freckleton - East Fairhaven Lake is always a highlight. of Coach & Horses - 18.15 - 20.30. Booking necessary call 01253 Sat 19th Dec - Morrisons in Kirkham 796292 or email claire.critchley@ - 10.00 - 16.00. rspb.org.uk. Members £5, Non Sun 20th Dec - Kirkham - East of members £7 Includes mulled wine the Fishstones - 18.15 - 20.30. and a mince pie Mon 21st Dec- Freckleton - West of Coach & Horses - 18.15 - 20.30.

Binocular Weekend Tues 22nd - Newton - 18.15 -20.30. 10 & 11 December 11 am – 3 pm Test our wide range of binoculars Anyone wishing to assist Santa and and scopes and get expert advice his little elves will be most welcome, on the perfect pair for you or a loved especially other Ex-Round Tablers. one, just in time for Christmas at the Please contact Chairman Ian Scott Ribble Discovery Centre, Fairhaven on 01772 683757 or Secretary Colin Lake.

Hill on 07860 560 108 for more Free! detail.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CHARITY CHRISTMAS TREE RSPB FESTIVAL Christmas Fair at Fairhaven Lake St Annes Parish Church is holding Sunday 4 December, 10 am – 3 pm a Charity Christmas Tree Festival Mince pies, mulled wine and gifts from Saturday 10th December for all the family. Stall holders, family until Saturday 17th December. activities and Father Christmas is The Church is open from 1.30 pm popping by. until 4.30 pm every day. Everyone Please ring centre on 01253 796292 is welcome to come and support to confirm Father Christmas’ arrival the charities involved. Admission time. is free and refreshments will be Free but charges for some activities available. Full details can be found may apply on the Church website http://www. stannesparishchurch.org .

Grannys Bay Bird Walk Sunday 4 December, 11.30 am – CHRISTMAS FAIR 1.30 pm Dec 10th Saturday 10am - 12.30 Meet at the Ribble Discovery Centre £1 incl refreshments & mince pie .

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St Margaret’s church Hall St Leonard’s Rd West .

St Annes . FY8 2NT .

Care & Support ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY DEMENTIA CAFES We meet at The Glendower Hotel, N Promenade, Lytham St Annes, FY8 2NQ. 10am-12 on the 2nd Weds of every month. Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre Alzheimer’s Society Office on 696854 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP LYTHAM ST. ANNES & DISTRICT We meet at St. Margaret’s Church Community Centre St. Leonard’s Road West, Lytham St. Annes, FY8 2NT At 2pm on the First Tues of the month. Please contact: John Standbridge 01253 731210 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------DEMENTIA CARERS SUPPORT GROUP If you are caring for someone with dementia and would like to come along for a chat and a coffee and to meet other carers in the same circumstances, then come along to the dementia support group. We meet on the 1st Tuesday of every month at St. Michaels Church Church Street Kirkham between 10am and 12noon. Contacts Carole 01772 682144 or Jean 01772 468918.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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. Visit: www.fyldecoast-childrens.diabetesukgroup. org or email diabetesuk. fyldekidssupport@sky.com.

Blackpool Area Group, Tesco Extra Community Room, Clifton Retail Park, Blackpool, FY4 4UJ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

HEARING AID HELP Volunteer led free hearing aid assistance available for NHS hearing aid users e.g. new batteries, re-tubing, cleaning & maintenance.

We run the following clinics for you to visit free of charge if you have a problem with you NHS hearing aid(s). LYTHAM ST ANNES Lytham – 1.30pm-3.30pm 4th Wednesday every month at Lytham Library, 27 Clifton Street next session 23rd September St. Annes – 10am –12 noon 3rd Thursday every month at St. Annes Library, 254 Clifton Drive South --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL & FYLDE PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meeting every second Wednesday of the month. At Macmillan Windmill Centre - Blackpool Victoria Hospital Tel 01253 697876 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SMILE PRESTON Reg. Charity 1098658 www.smile-preston.co.uk Self Help Group for Chronic Pain Suffers. We Help Chronic Pain Suffers to Live Life with a SMILE We’re a friendly and welcoming Self-Help Group for Chronic Pain Sufferers, run by pain sufferers.

A number of our members are from the Fylde area. We meet every Wednesday, 9.30am-12.00noon at ST. Martin’s Church Hall, Off Broadway, Fulwood, --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GRIEFSHARE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT Sponsored by The Gate Community Church. Those who have suffered loss or are struggling to cope are very welcome.

Free of charge. Contact Julia: 07969087352 or 01253 760758 or contact Janice: 01253 594855 or visit www.griefshare.org for further information.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE BEREAVEMENT FRIENDSHIP/SUPPORT GROUP meets every first Weds in month at 12.30 to 15:30.

Optional 2 course meal £5.

We have exercise classes, quizzes, outings and speakers.

We would welcome new volunteers and members.

Please call Mark/ Catherine 07710 838331

Social Groups THE LSA MEN’S FORUM We meet at the Wesley Hall, Westby Street, Lytham at 10am on Wednesdays. Registration of members takes place in the Church entrance between 11am and 12noon on Tuesday the 9th September or at any subsequent Wednesday gathering. All meetings start at 10.00am, and conclude by 11.45am, unless otherwise indicated. New members are always welcome. Please contact Ken on 01253 739279 for further details.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM ST. ANNES FRIENDSHIP GROUP Friendly social group for older people, meets every Thursday from 12.30pm-3.30pm at the Lord Derby, St Annes Road, St Annes. Join us for musical entertainment from Miss Patricia, singing all the old songs you love. All welcome.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM LADIES CIRCLE A social group for women aged between 18 and 45. We meet twice a month on a Thursday evening for a variety of social events and we also raise some money for charity along the way. Email us at: lythamladiescircle@hotmail. com, check out our website: www. lythamladiescircle.com or our Facebook page.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------“LYTHAM LET LIVE” LGBT Friendship Group meets every first Wednesday of every month in St Annes, 10:00 - 12:00 noon. All welcome to come along for Friendship, Advice, Support & Reassurance. Social and friendly.

Social events. Guest Speakers.

Activities. Events. For further details and any questions please call Andrew Noble your Community

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Volunteer on 07738 622 823 or Email: Lythamletlive@gmail.com twitter: @LythamLet --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------INNER WHEEL CLUB Ladies do you like making friends, listening to interesting speakers, helping to raise money for charities, then why not come along to one of our meetings held on the second Tuesday of each month at the Bedford Hotel, St. Annes. To learn more please contact our secretary at denisepeterj@hotmail.com or our President at dilyscurrie@btinternet. com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------KNIT & NATTER GROUP Every Thurs at 10.30am. Bring your own project – not just knitting! Learn to Knit classes available. £30.

Tel: 07939 240068 Angela Buckley --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE SPEAKERS CLUB Love speaking to an audience?

Or quake, stutter and stammer?

Either way, come and join us in a supportive, relaxed atmosphere. We meet alternate Wednesdays Starting September 2nd at 7.15 for 7.30 at the Ansdell Institute, Woodlands Rd, FY8 4BX. Tel. Anne 711499 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE HOOK UP Crochet group for all abilities. 11am – 1pm Thursdays at Washington’s Tearooms, Park Rd. St. Anne’s. £3 subs. Come and join in with the crochet-alongs, learn new techniques and share experiences.

Cake, coffee and a good craic all available. Amy on 07956 605 612 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE LYTHAM BELLES WI GROUP We meet on the first Sunday of every month at victory hall next door to St Cuthberts Church Lytham at 7:30 - 9:30. Everyone is welcome for details lythambelles@virginmedia. com Facebook lythambelles --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NEEDLEWORK CLUB - FYLDE COAST CRAFTERS All types of needlework, at this friendly Club Spencer Court, Blackpool Tel. Christine 342406 40

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------QUEENS KNITTING SOCIETY Every Monday at the Queen’s Hotel in Lytham from 7pm - 9pm. Bring your knitting or crochet and have a natter. Beginners welcome, we’ll soon get you started, just bring your project. Tel 07772 471854.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BARKING MAD MONTHLY COFFEE MORNINGS We meet at Dobbies Garden Centre, Newton. Bringing together dog lovers. Whether you have a dog or would like to look after a dog.

A friendly group meeting to chat about the fun and companionship of looking after a dog. It’s a great way to get together with like minded people and enjoy all the benefits of having a dog stay on a part time basis. Next coffee morning contact Alison on 07786438067 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------KRAFTWORKS Freckleton Methodist Church Hall, Kirkham Road, Freckleton, PR4 1HS. a voluntary run craft group who meet fortnightly on a Monday evening 7pm – 9pm.Come along to our relaxed and friendly craft group and take part in the craft activities, wow your friends and family with your creativity and make new friends. Or bring your own craft project and share your ideas/ techniques with the group. £3 per session (including refreshments) Info: Marion 07792 665384 / 01772 634282 mazbolton@icloud.com, Linda 07775 744758, Heather 01942 840403, hkjones4@sky.com.

Registered Charity No 1157498 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------KIRKHAM & RURAL FYLDE LIFE LONG LEARNING GROUP Make new friends and meet old friends at our meetings every first and third Thursday of the month at Kirkham Community Centre, 10.00 till 11.30 am. Annual subscriptions £7 plus £1 entrance per meeting including tea and biscuits.

Interesting and varied talks, monthly organised walks, outings and a weekly indoor bowling group. New members welcome, just come along

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LSA EMBROIDERERS GUILD Ansdell Unitarian Church, Channing Rd, FY8 1BJ. meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month 7.159.15pm. We are an embroidery group which welcomes stitchers of all abilities. We hold a mixture of talks and workshops at our meetings and are always happy to help beginners. Contact Joan Lowe 01253 732376 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE LYTHAM ST ANNES GROUP Join one our many interest groups from archaeology and languages to walking. Make new friends and continue learning for life. Monthly speakers also. The U3a is a not for profit organisation Tel: Anne 736893 or check out our website www. u3asites.org.uk/lytham-st-annes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------“MEETING POINT” AT LYTHAM METHODIST CHURCH Park Street. Table Games or just a chat. Every Thursday from 2pm4pm. £2 including refreshments.

Anyone Welcome --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE COAST SOCIALITES (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. Check us out at www.meetup.com/fcsocialites/ – you will be glad you did!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM ST ANNE’S DINING GROUP Singles and couples, all ages welcome. Contact LSADining@ yahoo.co.uk for info and next event.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL SEQUENCE DANCING WITH DORIS & LINDA Join Doris and her daughter Linda along with all their dancing friends for a great afternoon. 2pm - 4pm, every Monday (except Bank Holidays,) Memorial Hall, St Alban’s Road, Lytham St Annes. £3.00 including tea & biscuits, or just

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£1.00 to sit, relax and enjoy with refreshments. Tel: 01772 681438 for more information.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE RETIRED TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION The Fylde Retired Teachers’ Association welcomes newly-retired or ex-teachers who are new to the area.There are six meetings per year which are held at the Chadwick Hotel, St Anne’s where members enjoy friendship and a splendid lunch followed by a speaker.

For more details, please contact either: David Harrison (President) on 01253 782 547 or Angela Jacques (Secretary) on 01253 724 381.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JUST GOOD FRIENDS Come and Join Our Friendship Group We want to bring the community together.

We meet regularly each week and have regular guest speakers, group excursions, meals out and time to socialise.

We Meet: Monday 10-12 Lytham Methodist Church Hall, Westby Street Tea & Chat Tuesday 1-4 The Vic Pub, Church Rd St Annes Entertainment, Karaoke & lots of fun Wednesday 10-12 Palace Rooms, Garden Street, St Annes Sq Tea & Chat (£1 with refreshments) Wednesday 12:15 - 1.15 Palace Rooms, Garden Street, St Annes Sq Ballroom Dancing Lessons There’s a £2 charge for this group Friday 10-11 Palace Rooms, Garden Street, St Annes Sq Free light exercise to suit all There’s a £2 charge for this group Saturday 2-4 Memorial Hall, St Albans Rd, St Annes Tea & Chat with speakers and activities (£1 with refreshments) Sunday Lunch St Ives Hotel St Annes £10.50 for a fabulous 4 course meal. Ring 07557734233 to book a seat at our table.

We are setting up a new groups within the Fleetwood area and the Lytham area. Please ring 07557734233 for more information.

Ring 07557734233 for further information on any of the above.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE 50+ FORUM The next meeting will take place at 2 pm on Wednesday 23rd November at the United Reformed Church Community Hall, St Georges Road, St Annes. At this forum you can raise concerns or issues regarding social services, transport etc. The guest speaker will be Judith Brown of “Steady-on”. For more information contact Alan on 01253885177 or visit www.sites. google.com/site/fylde50plusforum/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------N-VISION - BLACKPOOL, FYLDE & WYRE SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND Book Bean & Ice Cream, Kirkham On the first Tuesday of every month 10.30am - 11.30am.

The VIPS Cafe Club would like to invite you and your friends and family to an informal chat, and Coffee Morning. Contact us on 01253 362699 331 Clifton Dr South, Lytham St Annes.

On the fourth Tuesday of every month 10.30am - 11.30am.

The VIPS Cafe Club would like to invite you and your friends and family to an informal chat, and Coffee Morning. Contact us on 01253 362699 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CLIFTON TEACHING BRIDGE CLUB Ansdell,Lytham St. Annes, FY8 1BX Come and play bridge with friendly people every week day and evening 1.30pm and 7.30pm please be seated 15 mins before the session begins. Hosted every Wednesday and Friday evening. £3 Contact 01253 711563.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ST ANNE’S COMMUNITY CHOIR The St Anne’s Community Choir meet for rehearsal on Wednesdays at 7pm in the Memorial Hall (next to the YMCA building) in St Alban’s Rd, St Anne’s. We sing a variety of musical styles and people of all ages and abilities are welcome (no audition). If you like to sing and meet new friends, please come and

join us. For further information email ginette_puttock@hotmail.co.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FREEVOICES COMMUNITY CHOIR Fancy trying something new? Enjoy singing? Want to meet new people?

FreeVoices Community Choir is an all age, all ability group of people who enjoy to sing. Music varied. No auditions but lots of fun!

Come on your own or bring a friend – we would love to see you.

No experience required, no long term commitment and it’s absolutely free!

Meets on a Wednesday evening (term time only) @ 7.30pm. Held at Fulwood Free Methodist Church, Lightfoot Lane, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 3LT. For more information, email freevoices@fulwoodfmc.net or call Lisa on 07490 085875.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MEAL A DAY Would you like to join us for a complimentary meal and enjoyable companionship?

Our successful and popular Hospitality Meals continues to be popular.

So once again Residents and staff at The Moorings Luxury Rest Home wish to extend a warm welcome to any retired local residents who might welcome company, free tea and coffee plus a complimentary early evening meal in our beautiful surroundings.

We will even provide transport if it is required.

The offer is available to any retired local residents who may choose to come alone, or to bring a friend, relative or carer.

The Mooring is one of four one of four Lakeview Rest Homes.

For further information, or to arrange a visit, please contact: Gina Kidd on 01253 729941 Lisa Robins on 44 776 232323 1 We will be delighted to make the necessary arrangements.

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– come and join us for a complimentary meal and Christmas events at The Moorings.

Christmas is a time to be enjoyed in the company of others – with family, friends and acquaintances.

Our residents will be enjoying many festive activities throughout December and would like to invite family, friends and members of the community to join us.

In addition we will continue with our popular Hospitality Meals throughout December, with special Christmas Day and Boxing Day lunches.

DECEMBER DELIGHTS AT LAKEVIEW Throughout December Meal a Day – come and join us Thurs 1st -- Christmas Carol Service with AKEQMS Junior School Mon 12th & Tues 13th Christmas Carols with Flying Choir – visiting all 4 homes Thurs 15th - 2pm- Sing-A-Long with Helen Jayne at The Moorings Mon 19th - 7pm - Christmas Carol Service with Heyhouses Choir Tuesday 20th - 6pm ----------------The Pantomime and the judging of the inter home cake decorating competition Sun 25th Christmas day-- Christmas lunch - “Meal a Day” Mon 26th Boxing Day-- Boxing Day lunch - “Meal a Day”

LYTHAM BRIDGE CLUB Pembroke Road, Ansdell, FY8 1AN. Friendly duplicate bridge. Visitors £3, Tues afternoon 1.30pm (hosted), Wed & evening 7.30pm (hosted), Thu evening 7:30pm, Fri afternoon 1.30pm (hosted) Sat eve 7.30pm.

Please be seated 10 mins before session begins (15 mins if partner required) 01253 795047 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM ST ANNES GUARDIAN CONCERT BAND We are looking for new talent and anyone is welcome to come along to a rehearsal. We rehearse on Tuesday evenings at the Lytham Methodist Church, Westby Street, Lytham FY8 5LU from 7.30pm – 9.30pm. Information or booking enquiry: Paul (Musical Director) 07981 312183 or Clare (Concert Secretary) 07870 577374 www. guardianconcertband.co.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM ST ANNES PHILATELIC SOCIETY (Stamp Club ) Come and Join us to be entertained with exhibitions and Talks, some evenings there are Competitions open to everyone. Even if you dont collect, Come and see what we are all about, you may surprise yourself and ignite your passion too. We Meet the LAST Wednesday of every month at the Drive Methodist Church Hall, St Annes, FY8 1LH..

Meetings at 7pm and start 7.30pm, Refreshments are available.

The offer is available to any retired New Members always welcome, local residents who may choose including Juniors (accompanied to come alone, or to bring a friend, by an adult). Contact Graham relative or carer.

Chadwick 01253 367254.

The Mooring is one of four one of --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------four Lakeview Rest Homes.

RIBBLE CRUISING CLUB ‘Club bar open on Friday evenings from 8.30pm and on sailing days at weekends. More details at LYTHAM ST ANNES CHESS ribblecruisingclub.org.uk CLUB meets from 7pm every Thursday at --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Booths’ Cafe, 62 Heyhouses Lane, LYTHAM ROUND TABLE St Annes FY8 3RW . New members, Fun, fellowship and fund raising for including juniors, are welcome.. For men, aged 18-45. Twice monthly meetings including outside events further info call 01253 727732 or 01253 724182 or visit lythamchess. and speaker nights, at various Lytham St Annes venues. Contact org --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- chairman Adie Banks on 07779 244

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664 or tweet @Lytham RT --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ST ANNES DISTRICT LADIES BRIDGE CLUB Closed on Tuesday, open Mon, Weds, Thurs, Fri and Sat from 12.30pm. Contact 01253733218 / 01253 380562. Come and join us at 262, Clifton Drive South, St. Annes on Sea. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CLIFTON BRIDGE CLUB Ansdell Institute & Social Club, Woodlands Road, Lytham. Play and learn bridge with friendly people.

Open every afternoon and evening.

Monday - Friday. Please be seated by 1.15pm & 7.15pm. Every Friday evening is hosted.Info. improver lessons contact: 01253 274812 / 313503.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ROTARY CLUB OF ST ANNES Our members meet on Tuesday evenings at Fylde Rugby Club, Ansdell to enjoy friendship, networking and to plan projects that will benefit the lives of others. We welcome ladies and men who are interested in making new friends, listening to interesting speakers and raising money for charities. If this is you please contact our club by phone on 07940 213216 or visit http://www.ribi.org/enquire/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GLASS FUSING WORKSHOPS Come and learn how to fuse glass in Lytham St Annes. Contact theglassboutique@ymail.com Mobile 077133 46952 for details --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL FYLDE COAST GROUP Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who take injustice personally. We are campaigning for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. The Fylde Coast Group meet regularly at 7.30 on the first Monday of each month to write letters and plan local activities, based on campaigns led

by Amnesty International UK. You are welcome to join us at the United Reform Church Rooms, St George’s

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Rd, St Anne’s FY8 2AE. For further info contact Jennifer Jaynes by email:jenniferjaynes@live.co.uk or by telephone: 01253 732640 Or visit our website www.amnesty.org.uk Write a letter; save a life.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE HEDDLES AND TREADLES GUILD OF WEAVERS, SPINNERS AND DYERS We meet at Weeton Village Hall (2nd Monday of each month from 7.30-10pm), our programme includes talks and workshops on spinning, weaving, dyeing and much more, and we also demonstrate at local shows. New members are always welcome. The only requirement for beginners is an enthusiasm for anything fibre related (a good sense of humour helps too!) For more information contact heddlesandtreadles@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------VINTAGE, RETRO AND COLLECTABLES FAIR Held at Lytham Methodist Chapel, Park Street. Every Thursday, in conjunction with Lytham Market, 9am - 12 Noon. Admission 20p. Tel: 07763197615 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE KIRKHAM SINGERS We are a friendly community choir meeting every Monday at 7.30 pm in St Michael’s Church, Kirkham, PR4 2SE. We sing a variety of musical styles from pop to classics in four part harmony, SATB. We perform at weddings, functions and charity concerts. All abillities welcome. For more information please contact Ros on 01772 686647 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM ST ANNES CIVIC SOCIETY Coffee mornings (every 2nd Tuesday of the month at Lytham Hall Café --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ST ANNES LADIES LIFEBOAT GUILD From January 2016 onwards St Annes Ladies Lifeboat Guild will now be meeting in the Bar at the Chadwick Hotel, St Annes at 10:30am. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month and

we would welcome new members.

Please come along and help us to fundraise for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), or ring Jean on 01253 739360 for more information.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FRECKLETON BRASS BAND We welcome good brass players and percussionists to our rehearsals on Mondays and Thursdays in our own band room behind the Coach and Horses Pub car park in Freckleton. 7.45 - 10.00pm.

We are a contesting band and do several concerts throughout the year. We also have a Youth Training Band who rehearse every Monday at 6.45 - 7.45 pm.

For further details, information or booking enquiries please contact:Jonathan (Concert Secretary) 07903 382146 or jonathan.parton1@outlook.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE MOORINGS GENTLEMAN’S CLUB Thursday’s Evenings from 7pm Fabulous foods, delectable drinks, classic cocktails and the joy of sport, for gentlemen of character and women of substance.

Tel 01253 729941 to book.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RAFA SOUTH FYLDE BRANCH We meet the first Wednesday of every month at 7.30 pm for 8.00pm start at Richard Peck House, 1 St Thomas Road, St Annes. Meetings provide a warm welcome to members and any serving or ex-RAF members. We enjoy quiz nights, film shows and guest speakers. Refreshments are available. Contact: 01253 720667.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE FAIRTRADE Fylde has been a Fairtrade Borough since 2008. The Steering Group is made up of volunteers who meet regularly to plan events in the Borough and to take part in national campaigns. New members are always welcome.

Contact Dot on 07712 118205, tweet @FyldeFairTrade or e-mail fyldefairtrade@yahoo.co.uk for

further details.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM AND ANSDELL TREFOIL GUILD meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 2.0pm at Fairhaven Methodist Church, Woodlands Road, Ansdell All are welcome to enjoy our talks, craft meetings and outings. Come and join us and make new friends. Contacts - Mrs Sheila Weight 01253 794220 Mrs Rosemary Gilbert 01772 632723 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ANSDELL AND FAIRHAVEN W.I. 12th December 2016 – Christmas Celebration We enjoy the Christmas festivities with fellow members.

Our meetings consist of differing presentations covering a wide range of topics and skills. In addition members can immerse themselves in other W.I. activities including Book Club, Knit and Natter, organised outings etc.

New members and visitors are most welcome.

Venue: St Joseph’s Church Hall, Woodlands Road, Ansdell FY8 4EP Time: 7.30 pm Facilities: Suitable for the disabled.

Refreshments: Available during the break.

Cost: Membership is £37.50 for the season. Guests are allowed three free visits prior to joining.

For further information, including photographs, information and details about the “Programme for the Year 2016” visit our website www.ansdellwi.weebly.com Or telephone Barbara Woods 01253 921524 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM ST ANNES PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY (LSAPS) meets every Thursday at 7:30pm: The Pensioners Hall, St Albans Rd (next to the YMCA) Lytham St Annes Why not come along to our regular

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e: philcbailey@btinternet.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS MONDAY 6.30pm Our Ladys Parish Hall. ZUMBA GOLD with Suzy TUESDAY 10am Our Ladys Parish Hall 07716605461 www. zumbasuzy.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NIFTY FIFTYS KEEP FIT Keep fit, music and dance, for older adults of any age. All abilities welcome. Lytham Methodist Church Hall, Park St. Mondays 2-3pm 07716605461 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MATURE MOVES Keep fit, music and dance, for older adults of any age. All abilities welcome. Mondays 9.30-11 St Annes. Pensioners Hall; Tuesdays 10-11 Wesham Scout Hut and 1.30-3.30 at Kirkham Community Centre. Contact 01253 780609 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RIBBY HALL BOWLING CLUB RIBBY HALL BADMINTON CLUB RHBC is looking to recruit new members following a very (INDEPENDANT) successful 2015 season. The Club New players welcome for start has 4 teams playing in local leagues of season. Club Night - Monday and can offer places to both 8.00pm-10.00pm at Ribby Sports experienced and novice bowlers.

Hall. The club has two teams that Even if you have not played Crown play in the Blackpool & District league. For further info contact Ian Green bowls before why not try this relaxing and sociable sport in the on 01772 684640 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- picturesque setting of Ribby Hall Village. For further details contact WARTON SPORTS & SOCIAL Eddie on 01772 686458 BOWLING CLUB --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Both men and ladies are invited at TEA DANCE all levels of crown green bowling At Our Lady Star of The Sea to come and join this friendly bowling club, in its social, in-house Parish Centre, with Live Organist.

Every Tuesday 2pm - 4pm, £4 competitions and mens league pp, inc Coffee, Tea, Biscuits. Tel: bowling programme. The green is 07734902736 located on the Warton Sports and Social site at Mill Lane, Warton. For --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MODERN & SEQUENCE full details contact Keith Burns – DANCING 01772 493363.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- to live music. Every Thursday LIDUNIANS BADMINTON CLUB 8-11pm at Ansdell Institute Woodlands Road Ansdell.

Monday 8.00pm – 10.00pm – Phone Tom on 01772 397340 Lytham YMCA, Mythop Road, --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lytham. The club has three teams BALLROOM DANCING that play in the Blackpool & Dist LESSONS league but players of all levels are Wednesday 12:15pm-1:15pm, welcome. For more information St Annes Palace Rooms, Garden contact Phil Bailey 01253 713699, Thursday evening meetings to find out what we get up to and what we are like? We’d be delighted to see you and there is no obligation to join.

Email: info@lsaps.org.uk Web: LSAPS.org.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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 well into our winter programme with a break for Xmas and New year. In January we have on the 10th. a DVD, 17th. Unterhaltungsabend, 24th. Mitglieder zeigen alte Dias and on 31st. Musikalischer Abend.

Contact: Terry 01253 867825 g t

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Street, St Annes --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SIMPLY MEDITATE CLASSES Thursdays 7:30 - 9:00pm, Fee £5, Love Beauty Therapies, 46 Wood Street, St Annes-on-Sea FY8 1QG. Tel: 352721 www. meditationinblackpool.org.uk Registered Charity no. 1080291 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MADDY’S FITNESS CLASSES If you’d like to slim your hips and tone those wobbly bits please join us! Laugh the pounds away in a fun, friendly class for all abilities.

Mixing aerobics and toning.

Mondays 6-7pm, Lytham St Annes High School, Worsley Rd. £3.50.

Turn up or 01253 733780 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JUNIOR DANCE CLASSES & ADULT DANCE FITNESS CLASSES St. Margarets Church Hall, St. Leonards Road West, St. Annes.

All ages Mondays from 3.45 p.m.Tuesdays from 4.00 p.m. Adult Dance Exercise Classes Tuesdays 6pm. - 7pm. Contact Karen 640917 Mob: 07966446231 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM ST. ANNES ROAD RUNNERS CLUB (LSARRC) Seniors: 6.30pm Tuesdays and Thursdays. Speed training on Tuesdays, longer runs on Thursdays. Beginners: 6:30pm Mondays. Juniors: 5pm Mondays (8-13), 5:15pm Tuesdays (8-13), 6:30pm Tuesdays and Thursdays (11+). All meetings Lytham Y.M.C.A., Mythop Road, Lytham FY8 4HB. Call for info: Seniors 01253 721514, Beginners 077481 87616, Juniors 01253 732282.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ZUMBA GOLD CLASSES (for seniors & beginners) Mondays 1.30pm- 2.30pm at the Parish Rooms, St Annes.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------YOGA MONDAYS Beginners Yoga, Seniors Yoga and Power Yoga £5 United Reformed Church, Bannister Street, Lytham 6.00-7.15pm and Power Yoga 7.308.30pm

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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP TRAINING Ideal for beginners or people with little or no experience looking to get fitter. Sundays 8-9am meeting at Ashton Gardens and Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm meeting in Wesham Park. £5 per session. Call or text Steve 07508 838428 to book --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MODERN PILATES CLASSES Lytham St Annes. Contact Margot on 01253 711350, email: margotj@ btinternet.com website: www.margotpilates.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BEGINNERS RUNNING CLUB 10 week structured beginners running programme £25 Tuesday 6.30pm from No.4 Salon, Pleasant Street, Lytham Wednesday 7.15pm from White Church.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE CROQUET CLUB General club meetings every Tues afternoon/evening. Club takes part in several Northwest leagues and national knockout competitions.

More details at www.fyldecroquet. co.uk Liz on 01253 735266.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ST. ANNES K.U.G.B. KARATE CLUB Family Shotokan Karate with adults and children (+7)exercising together.

Classes held at St Albans church hall fy83aa. Weds and Thurs 7 til 8 beginners and lower grades and Sat 2.30 til 3.30. Advanced classes Wed 8 til 9 and Sat 3.30 til 4.45.. All Welcome. Please phone Eileen to start as soon as possible.

Facebook (Lytham St Annes skc) 07989908135 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------DNA4LIFE CORE FITNESSBOOT CAMPS Full body core fitness and CV workout Wednesday White Church 6-7pm. Saturday Mornings on St Annes Green opposite The Chadwick Hotel 8-9 am and 9-10am £5 Beginners Welcome.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ST. ANNES SALSA CLASSES Every Wed night from 7.30pm till late in the Concert room (top floor) at the

Ex Servicemans Club, Alexandra Rd, St Annes FY8 1YE. Have fun and keep fit in this lively and friendly class! All levels welcome - especially beginners. No partner required - a great way to meet people. For details phone Phil on 07899866408 or Jackie on 07828575988 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM ST. ANNES HOCKEY CLUB A friendly hockey club with a family atmosphere for all ages and levels of ability. We run 4 men’s teams and 3 ladies teams as well as junior squads from U13s to U18s for boys and girls. Training times: Every week at AKS School Junior boys (U13+): Tuesdays 6.00-7.00pm. Men: Tuesdays 7.00-8.30pm Junior girls (U13+): Wednesdays 6.00-7.00pm. Ladies: Wednesdays 7.00-8.30pm All juniors: Sundays 10.30am-12.30pm at LSA high school. Contact gilly_shields@ yahoo.com or go to our website for more info at www.lsahc.co.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JACKIE FITNESS PILATES Everyone welcome, classes run on Wednesdays 7pm at Holy Family Church Hall Freckleton. Contact Jackie Daly on 07825 277371, email aerobicsjackie@hotmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JACKIE’S ZUMBA Everyone welcome, classes run on Monday 5.15pm St Cuthberts Church Hall Lytham, Monday 7pm Freckleton Memorial Hall Freckleton and Wednesday 6pm Holy Family Church Hall Freckleton. Come and have a wiggle and a giggle!

Contact Jackie Daly on 07825 277371, email aerobicsjackie@ hotmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PILATES AT THE WHITE CHURCH AND PARISH ROOMS Trigger point Pilates class - for releasing muscle tightness. New classes starting Wednesday 9th November at The Parish Rooms.

7.45pm. £6 p/p. Monday 2-3pm at The Parish Rooms, Tuesday 6.30 7.30pm at The White Church.

Tel: Lynda Holmes. 01253 403273

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------KIRKHAM CHARTER BADMINTON CLUB Thursdays 7pm - 9 pm at Kirkham Grammar School.The club plays throughout the year and has 4 teams in the Blackpool & District League. Players of all levels are welcome to come down and join us.

For info contact Ian Chase 01772 672257 or e-mail ianchase67@ gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE PARKWATER HOTEL SWIM GROUPS are moving to Mardi Gras pool, Division Lane St.Annes (Mondays to Saturdays) Groups for mums and babies( 5 months +,) mums and toddler armbands lessons, pre-school (3 and a half years and above), Adult- groups or private.

Mixed ability school-age groups, so siblings can swim together.Phone Eileen for details 07989908135 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM ST ANNES RAMBLING CLUB Grade A,B and C Walks, Local pick up points. 1st and 3rd Sundays in month Pub stop for meal on way home. Further details Don Parkin 01772 635546 between 6-7pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Saturday 9.30am - 10.30, Lytham St Annes High School, Worsly Road, Ansdell. T: 0756559001 www. blackpoolshotokankarateclub.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------YACTIVEWALKS ACROSS FYLDE All abilities welcome for popular walks followed by hot drinks and and friendly chat. Healthy Walks accredited and indeed “Free.”

St Annes YMCA pool on the promenade every Friday 11am.

YMCA St Albans Rd every Thursday 1pm. For details and information on our other walks please contact Andrew Noble Fylde Community Volunteer on 07738 622 823 or email: Andrewnoble2011@hotmail. co.uk twitter: @yactivewalks Our walk leaders are qualified and

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friendly! Each Step Counts to a healthier you! Beautiful views, fresh air and Birdsong along with good company!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LIGHT EXERCISE CLASS WITH JUST GOOD FRIENDS & AFC Tuesdays 10am-12noon, St Cuthberts Church Hall, Lytham.

Fridays 10am-12noon, St Annes Palace Rooms, Garden Street, St Annes. £1 for refreshments --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FREE ‘HAVE A GO’ BOWLING SESSIONS Ladies and gentlemen of all ages.

Would you like to enjoy the fresh air, get gentle exercise, have fun and meet friendly people? Why not try crown green bowling at East End Bowling Club, Lorne St. Lytham FY85BT. For further details please telephone Bob on 01253 721295 or e: on bobandmarion9@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CLUBBERCISE WITH SUZY TUESDAY 6.30pm at Our Ladys Parish Hall FRIDAY 6pm at St Annes YMCA 07716605461 www. zumbasuzy.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RIBBY HALL BADMINTON CLUB (INDEPENDANT) Looking for new players for start of new season. Club Night Monday 8pm-10pm Ribby Hall Sports Hall.

The club has two teams that play in Blackpool League. For more info contact Ian on 01772 684640 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LIDUNIANS BADMINTON CLUB Lytham St Annes. Monday 8.00pm -10.00pm – Lytham YMCA, Mythop Road, Lytham The club has two teams that play in the Blackpool & Dist league but players of all levels are welcome.

For more information contact Phil Bailey 01253 713699, e: philcbailey@btinternet.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ASHTON GARDENS BOWLING & SOCIAL CLUB. After a very successful season in 2015, winning 3 leagues & a cup competition. We are looking to recruit new members, even if you 46

have never bowled before, why not try crown green bowling & social activities in such a very pleasant place in St Annes. For details Keith Whittle on 10253 461392 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WARTON JUNIOR BADMINGTON CLUB Sat 9-10am, 10-11.30am, 11.30-1pm ages 7-18. Call Dorothy Barrett 739801 / Mike Cooper 633402 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE NATURALISTS WALKING GROUP Easy 6 mile walks. Various coach pickups across the Fylde. No booking required. For further info/next walk dates, see www. fyldenaturalists.co.uk Contact the Secretary 883785 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------YACTIVEWALKS ACROSS FYLDE All abilities welcome for popular walks followed by hot drinks and and friendly chat. Healthy Walks accredited and indeed “Free.”

St Annes YMCA pool on the promenade every Friday 11am.

YMCA St Albans Rd every Thursday 1pm. For details and information on our other walks please contact Andrew Noble Fylde Community Volunteer on 07738 622 823 or email: Andrewnoble2011@hotmail. co.uk twitter: @yactivewalks Our walk leaders are qualified and friendly! Each Step Counts to a healthier you! Beautiful views, fresh air and Birdsong along with good company!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LYTHAM LAND REGISTRY RAMBLING CLUB. A great way to make new friends and more members always welcome. We walk every first Sunday of the month with coach pick ups in Blackpool and the Fylde. Three levels of walks to suit all abilities going to Lakes, Yorkshire, Lancashire etc. For more information and to book contact Steve on 01253 729470 or checkout Facebook.

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For more information contact Phil Bailey 01253 713699, e: philcbailey@btinternet.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------STEPS4FUN Children’s Dance & Fitness classes starting Monday 3rd October from 5:30 -6:15 at Kirkham Methodist Church Hall, Nelson St. Fun child friendly routines based on Zumba choreography. Email tracyj@ zumba4fun.co.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ZUMBA4FUN Adults Zumba class starting Monday 3rd October from 6:30 -7:15 at Kirkham Methodist Church Hall, Nelson St. All welcome. Email tracyj@zumba4fun.co.uk.

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Church VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH St Anne’s Road Sunday Worship 11am & 6:30pm Wed & Fri 7pm Sunday School Knit & Knatter www.victoryministriesuk.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ST ANNES PARISH CHURCH: THE PILGRIMS COFFEE STOP Held every Monday from 10:00 - 12:00 noon. Delicious coffee. tea and biscuits are served in the Parish Rooms in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Come along and join us for a weekly social get-together and chat. Everyone is welcome.

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Everyone welcome --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ST THOMAS, ST ANNES Tuesday 6th and 20th 11am Coffee Shop, cake, coffee and chat £1 Saturday Dec 10th 2 -4pm Christmas Fair, stalls,games, Father Christmas --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE ROUND CHURCH (St Annes, Greenlands, Bispham) Parents & Toddlers group on a Tuesday morning at 9:15am till 11am (in Term Time) we are having a break, for the Summer, then its our Lunch group, from 12noon, we have a main course and a dessert, and either a cup of Tea or Coffee all for the princely sum of £3 per visit; Also at the moment, we have a coffee morning, on the First Friday of the Month,@ 10:30, Dogs welcome; And on a Thursday Evening, it is a Eucharist at 6:30pm. On Sunday it is The Family Eucharist at 9:30am, unless we have a Joint Service, with St. Paul’s Worship centre, (please

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Fleetwood united Reformed Church Agnew Road present.

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT service on Sunday 18th December at 6.30pm. This beautiful candle-lit service of carols and readings is a very special time. Everyone is welcome to join us for refreshments and mince pies in the Church Hall.

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