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November 2014

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WORLD OF FILMS By Stephen Guy THEY were a prominent feature of peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives for more than half a century - places to be entertained and educated, amused or frightened, confused or enlightened. Local cinemas developed from small beginnings in Edwardian times into large film palaces dotted around the suburbs. Both existed together for decades until the arrival of television sounded the death knell for most over a comparatively short period. The years after the Second World War were a boom time for cinemas with studios making increasingly sophisticated productions. Newspapers carried lists of scores of picture houses with the programmes on offer. Local cinemas often showed two different packages of films a week with perhaps a one-off on Sundays. There was great competition between the different houses from the start. Early cinemas were housed in buildings built for different uses. The Rivoli in Aigburth Road started life in 1889 as the Sefton Park Assembly Rooms for the carriage folk. Wealthy merchants and their families attended exclusive invitation-only events. In 1906 it became the Aigburth Assembly Picturedrome after being granted one of the new cinematograph licences. This was the first building to be converted into a cinema in Liverpool. Renamed the Rivoli in 1921, the 600-seater survived as a cinema until 1957 when the wave of closures began throughout the city. The Plaza in Allerton Road,

opened in 1928, was one of the early super cinemas with seating for more than 1,400 people. The entrance foyer featured a statue and fountain in the middle of a pool teeming with goldfish. This fine picture palace changed its name, being known at various times as the Gaumont, Odeon and Classic before being demolished and rebuilt in 1973. I remember going to see a revival of The Jolson Story there in the 1960s. Another cinema I attended was the Mayfair in Aigburth Road, a 1,750-seater dating from 1937. Designed by the well-known Liverpool architect Ernest

Shennan, it was built for spectacle with a palatial auditorium. Cinemas offered much more for your money than today. The lights would dim, the satin curtains part and audiences were entertained with two films plus a newsreel â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not forgetting the trailers and Pearl and Dean adverts. Built in 1927, the Woolton Picture House (pictured) is the oldest surviving cinema in Liverpool. Learn more about the history of Liverpool at the Museum of Liverpool, Pier Head, open 10 am to 5 pm every day, admission free.

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HELLO EVERYONE, AND WELCOME TO THE NOVEMBER ISSUE OF THE LINK – your favourite local independent advertiser Dawn Williams Hello Everyone Welcome to the November edition of the LINK. Gosh it’s November already!! With Bonfire Night just around the corner our thoughts immediately turn to Christmas which means getting the house in order, Christmas shopping, booking Christmas parties and Christmas nights out, booking

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Fish and facts at St. Barnabas FISH and Chip Supper and Local History Night at St. Barnabas, Penny Lane, on Friday 7th November. Once again we have the services of Ken Pye who will be entertaining us with one of his many interesting talks, entitled The Weird and Wonderful Liverpool. Entry for the meal and talk is by ticket only and costs £6. We are lim-

Pictured, from left to right, Lord Mayor Erica Kemp, resident Margaret Kemp who celebrated her 90th birthday on the official opening day, Regional Manager Lynn Walter, Home Manager Geraldine Knox.

Cafe ‘just their cup of tea’ RESIDENTS and their loved ones can enjoy a cuppa and some freshly baked cakes at a new cafe which has opened in their care home. The memory Lane Cafe at Woolton Grange, High Street, Woolton, was officially launched by Liverpool’s Lord Mayor Erica Kemp. Geraldine Knox the Home Manager at the home said the café would play an important social role. “The cafe will provide the care home with an area that residents and their loved ones can enjoy some quiet time,” she said. “They will be able to make

‘The café will change my mother’s life as she will be able to spend quality time with her and the rest of the family in a quiet spacious area’ their own fresh coffee and tea and enjoy a bite to eat.” During the opening ceremony, Margaret Baldwin a resident at the home and celebrating her 90th birthday on the day, presented the Lord Mayor with a bouquet of flowers. Geraldine said it was a “delightful” event. Woolton

Grange provides accommodation for up to 41 older people who require residential or dementia care. One relative stated that: “The café will change my mother’s life as she will be able to spend quality time with her and the rest of the family in a quiet spacious area.”

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GAME OF CHANCE By Anton Valdemart THE boys ran out of the school gates over to the recreation ground bathed in late afternoon summer sunshine. Each wore the uni-

form of St Bertha’s Academy – short jackets with cloth-covered buttons, school ties and tasselled mortarboard caps. All lived in Walton Park, their well-to-do families occupying

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modest but spacious villas on the edge of town. Queen Victoria had recently celebrated her Golden Jubilee and staff and pupils took part in celebrations, organising a garden fete at the school.Ernest Walmsley tucked his tennis racquet under his arm, straightened his mortarboard and led his three friends – Peter Tomkins, Simon

Sinclair and John Jones – over to the school tennis courts.They carefully placed their caps and jackets on the pavilion veranda and rolled up their sleeves. The friends were very competitive and the ball was soon bouncing back on forth over the net at high speed. Although it was supposed to be a friendly warm-up before the

Liverpool Schools Championship, things started to get heated. “Foul!” shouted Sinclair more than once, claiming Jones was using unfair tactics by getting too close and hitting too wide. Later the four settled their differences and the sat together in the shade of a tree, sharing a large bottle of foaming sarsaparilla.

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“Tennis is all very well but a game a chance is best – a gamble where the outcome is unknown and the stakes are high,” said Walmsley. Just then four girls from St Roderick’s School for Young Ladies poked their heads over the wall, pulled tongues and ran off giggling. “Come here this minute!” a voice screeched from somewhere in the distance. It was Miss Peabody, St Roderick’s formidable botany teacher.The girls were on a nature walk and the boys watched them climb the embankment and disappear into the dell. Minutes later they decided on the game – whoever hit the fewest balls into the hole in the log must pay a forfeit decided by the others. Walmsley’s face later burnt bright red when he was told he must do the unthinkable – kiss Miss Peabody.He spruced himself up, brushing down his jacket and placing his mortarboard at a jaunty angle. The boys headed for the dell, which featured a pond, where they could hear Miss Peabody’s droning voice. They crouched behind a large tree and observed the

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scene. Miss Peabody was sat with the girls forming a semi-circle around her. Walmsley strode over to them, clutching a small bunch of wild flowers. Miss Peabody stood up, confused and annoyed.

“I would like you to have these interesting flowers,” he said, bowing. He stood on tiptoe and lunged at her with pursed lips. Miss Peabody stepped back and Walmsley staggered then fell head-first into the pond.

He pulled himself out and ran off, covered in mud. Even Miss Peabody had to smile. She and the girls discovered a new game – throwing stones at Walmsley’s mortarboard floating in the pond.

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Woolton Community Life – Bringing People Together By Dr George Kuruvilla AS A local GP serving the community here in Woolton, my colleagues and I have become increasingly aware of the loneliness and social isolation of our elderly patients and how this affects their health and wellbeing. A survey of our residents confirmed that the majority of our residents considered themselves as lonely.

Two years ago, we at Woolton House Medical Centre joined together with various organisations such as Woolton Residents Association, the various Church communities, local Councillors and the medical practices in Woolton to do something about this and the launch of this Charity is the culmination of this endeavour. The launch takes place on 6 November 3-5.30pm at St

James's Church Hall, Church Road South, Woolton L25 7RJ. The objectives are:to set up a team of volunteers, primarily residents of Woolton, who have the goodwill and time to give to the community and to provide transport by volunteers and through a minibus service to enable housebound people to attend activities and community groups. I have already seen how this has brought this community

How Brian finally beat the habit BRIAN Wallace smoked his first cigarette aged 12 whilst at a Valentine’s Day disco. He was instantly hooked and would go on to spend his dinner money on cigarettes, buying them on his way to school each day. By the time Brian reached his mid-twenties he was smoking 40-60 cigarettes a day. Despite making a determined effort to reduce his intake to 20 a day, he never managed to kick the habit, particularly after losing his wife when his daughter Lauren was just four years old. However, his heavy smoking habit finally caught up with him this year when Brian, 47, suffered a suspected heart attack, two major strokes and 12 mini strokes, providing the catalyst he needed to finally kick the habit. Brian smoked his last ciga-

Brian Wallace rette in March and, after seeking help from Liverpool-based community Stop Smoking Service Roy Castle Fag Ends, he hasn’t looked back. “I had heard about Fag Ends through my doctor’s surgery and thought I’d go along to see what it was all about,” said Brian, a civil servant from Lee Park, Belle Vale in Liverpool. “I found the information Fag Ends provided really helpful, particularly the charts about how long it takes for your organs to start functioning more normally and how much money you can save by not buying cigarettes

as too having carbon monoxide levels tested. I had a cigarette stump in my ashtray and I decided to smoke that, and then quit! I use nicotine lozenges that were provided by Fag Ends to deal with cravings and a fortnightly phone call from my advisor from Roy Castle Fag Ends and dropping into the group helps to keep me focused.” “My daughter Lauren is 17 now and I want to see her grow up. I doubt I would have done if I’d carried on the way I was going. She is really pleased, as is my mum who has been pestering me to cut down for years. I am really proud to have given up and I don’t actually miss it at all, despite smoking for all those years. For further information on help to stop smoking call Roy Castle Fag Ends free phone 08001952131.

together and I am excited about the prospect of how this can transform our community here in Woolton. There will be free spaces available for table displays and buffet and refreshments will be available. For more information about the event, booking a table or about the charity, please email the Chair of Trustees, Mr Derek Harold, at derekharoId(@blueyonder.co.uk

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JAZZ CONCERT THE Savoy Jazzmen will be giving a concert in the Sefton Park Palm House on Tuesday 4th November between 2-4pm. Admission costs £5.00 which includes light refreshments. They will be playing tunes by Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Fats Waller.

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HAVE YOU TIME TO HELP? THE Liverpool Soroptimist Club has been established for over 86 years and meets regularly at Aigburth People’s Hall, Aigburth Vale, L17 0DG. We are made up of women who value the opportunity to make a difference; we also enjoy companionship and support developing lifelong friendships. We choose to raise funds or give service in varied areas.

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Funds are currently being raised for the South Liverpool Domestic Abuse Service and the Merseyside Adventure Sailing Trust. Our current President Eileen McCue’s chosen Charity of the Year is the Alzheimer’s Research UK and a number of local charities. The club has enjoyed supporting the National Deaf Children’s Society and the Liverpool Signing Choir – a signing and singing choir for young children, many of whom are deaf. Last year we were delighted to help get them to London and sing ‘Imagine’ at the Olympic closing ceremony! There are many ongoing ventures including supporting a local food bank, support for victims of domestic violence, and for International Water Aid. Other worldwide and national projects are supported, linking with clubs nationally and internationally. For more information email annegrimes19@gmail.com or visit www.sigbi.org/liverpool

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Lord Mayor limbers up for Gymophobics opening day SATURDAY 20th September was a big day for the new ladies’ exercise facility on the corner of Green Lane. The Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor Erica Kemp, kindly agreed to officially open the gym. Donna Hubbard, the founder of Gymophobics, was on hand to explain to the Lord Mayor the thinking behind her concept of a 30 minute exercise circuit which enables ladies of all ages and fitness levels to achieve their varied goals. The Lord Mayor was clearly impressed by the facilities on offer. She is an advocate of building exercise into a healthy lifestyle to pro-

mote both mental and physical wellbeing. During her term of office she is fundraising for four charities, one of which is The Alzheimer’s Society. Gymophobics: South Liverpool will be raising funds for this worthy cause over the coming months. Gymophobics is a nationwide company which has been going for over ten years. There are currently 36 centres across the country. Well over 100,000 women have been helped: some to lose weight and inches, others to tone and firm, others to improve their fitness and mobility.

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In South Liverpool, ladies are made welcome by Claire Sherman and her team of instructors. Their goal is to devise a personal programme for each lady and give her the support and motivation she needs to move towards her target. Reviews and re-assessments, as well as support at every visit, encourage members to keep on track. Since the facility opened for exercise on 21st July, regular attenders are seeing weight and inch loss. If you would like to find out more about Gymophobics, why not book a free Guest Visit by calling 0151 345 4330 or visiting their website: www.gymophobics.co.uk

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Nurseries’ owners branching out BUILDING on the success of Aigburth Hall Nurseries, owners Jean and Robbie have now launched ‘Daisy Place’ Tea Shop selling locally-sourced fresh quality food and drinks. Jean told The LINK: “Our customers have been asking us to provide a tea and coffee facility for a long time now and we are delighted to provide this additional service. “In line with our ethos, we will only be using local, independent suppliers and our customers will love our own bespoke blend of fresh-

ly roasted coffee from city centre-based Joe Black Coffee and the lovely fresh, loose leaf tea from Leaf. Our savouries and cakes will all be supplied by local bakers and will include a great range of delicious glutenfree offerings from the famous No Gluten Baker in Southport”. “We are especially excited that Jess Wall has joined our ‘family’ to run the Tea Shop”, continued Jean, “Jess has a long history with Aigburth Hall Nurseries and fondly remembers working here as a child when her

grandfather owned the place. The main teashop is bright and spacious, with a lovely view overlooking the front garden plants and flowers. There is plenty of outdoor seating and we even have a designated seating area within the garden centre for dog lovers, along with fully disabled access and baby changing facilities. Robbie and I are really looking forward to welcoming customers old and new alike”. Opening hours: Mon.-Sat. 9.30am-5.30pm; Sundays 10.30am-4.30pm

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Remember, remember the 5th of November DON’T miss this year’s FREE November 5th celebrations! Head down to Sefton Park or Newsham Park and enjoy a spectacular display of fireworks that will lift your spirits on a dark November night. Both displays start at 7.30pm and are synchronised to music. Each display will last approximately 20 minutes. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE YOUR OWN FIREWORKS. Visitors to the fireworks are advised to travel on foot or public transport. For travel information please visit www.merseytravel.gov.uk. There is limited accessible parking at Croxteth Gate, Sefton Park and at Gardners Drive, Newsham Park.

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GUNPOWDER, TREASON AND PLOT ... By Stephen Guy, West Derby Society IT WAS 1605 and all England was agog with news of the plot to blow up Parliament, King James I and his Lords and MPs. Revenge was swift and Guy Fawkes and his fellow Catholic plotters were executed in the most barbaric manner – hung, drawn and quartered. This meant they were hanged and, while, still alive, chopped up and their heads and body parts displayed on pikes as a warning to others. All had actively planned the horrific deaths of the Protestant king in an act of outrageous terrorism. It was only through the vigilance of the authorities that Fawkes was spotted before he could light the fuse to ignite the pile of gunpowderfilled barrels under Westminster . This is why we still celebrate the foiling of the plot on 5 November every year by burning and effigy of Guy Fawkes. In 1605 the area that is now south Liverpool was very different from today. It was still partly ancient forest that was gradually being cleared to make way for farmland. Tiny Liverpool’s seven streets were dominated by an ancient castle. A track led through the trees south to Speke Hall. Just one building is said to have stood along the way – and still stands

– the Ancient Chapel of Toxteth. Visitors to Speke Hall are always fascinated by the priests’ hiding places. In 1605 the Hall was occupied by a Catholic family, the Norrises. As followers of the old faith, they had to pay fines for not attending Church of England services. These fines accelerated the financial decline of the Norris family. Thomas Norris inherited the Hall in 1651 and was the first Protestant head of the family, However, he was a Royalist and was on the losing side in the Civil War when puritan Roundheads (Republicans) fought Cavalier dandies (Royalists). The Norris estates were confiscated and not regained until Charles II – the Merry Monarch – was restored to the throne amid national rejoicing after the miserable years of the Commonwealth (Republic) when even dancing was banned. Experience a real court building from the days of the Gunpowder Plot at West Derby Courthouse, West Derby Village, open 2 pm to 4 pm every Sunday April to October (not Easter) and 10 am to 2 pm on Village Market days, first Saturday of the month (not January). Also open to schools and other groups by arrangement by calling 0151 228 8717.

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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ 1. What does a philatelist collect? (a) beer mats (b) coins (c) stamps? 2. Which one of the following was not a member of the “Monty Python” team? (a) Terry Jones (b) Spike Milligan (c) Michael Palin? 3. In what year was “the borough of Liverpool” founded? (a) 1207 (b) 1307 (c) 1407? 4. In what year was Liverpool officially granted city status? (a) 1780

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(b) 1830 (c) 1880? 5. What sort of creature is an avocet? (a) bird (b) fish (c) insect? 6. La Brabanconne is the national anthem of which country? (a) Belgium (b) France (c) Switzerland? 7. Which of the following cities is the most easterly? (a) Brussels (b) Paris (c) Zurich? 8. Which one of the following planets is

furthest from the sun? (a) Earth (b) Mars (c) Venus? 9. The city of Tequila is located in which country? (a) Colombia (b) Mexico (c) USA? 10. Which one of the following does not appear in the phonetic alphabet? (a) C-Charlie (b) O-Orange (c) Q-Quebec?

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Will, four years old, Border Collie Will is a very sweet boy, who is as bright as a button. He adores going out for his walks and running around with his carers. Will is a typical working Collie with a very active mind and body. He loves to learn new tricks, and picks up on training very quickly. He is looking for an owner who has the time and energy to entertain his busy mind and exercise him. He can be a bit nervous and is on a confidence building programme at the centre, so would need an owner who can continue with this and build up his trust. If you can give Will a loving home, please contact Dogs Trust Merseyside on 0151 480 0660 or drop into the centre at Whiston Lane, Liverpool, L36 6HP Dogs Trust is the UK’s largest dog welfare charity and cares for over 17,000 stray and abandoned dogs each year through its network of 19 Rehoming Centres across the UK and one in Dublin. For more information about the charity’s work please visit www.dogstrust.org.uk

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Countdown to Christmas: have you booked your festive meal yet? WITH the countdown to Christmas already underway, instead of panicking at the thought of having to get all those pressies bought, the house decorated to within an inch of its life and entertaining friends and family from near and far, why not try to make this Christmas a stress-free one? One way you can cut down on stress this festive season is to do your entertaining out – and it saves on washing up as well! Liverpool has more restaurants and bars than you can shake a stick at and with some great seasonal deals on over the Christmas period, going out is definitely the new staying in. Whether you are looking for a traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings with close family or a wild night out dancing and partying with everyone from the office, Liverpool has it all. As well as the obvious delights of Liverpool city centre, look a little further afield and you will find some real hidden gems. The ‘burbs have really come into their own in recent years and offer a haven of culinary treasures. Try Woolton, Allerton Road, Childwall and Lark Lane to name just a few. Here, just a little off the beaten track you will find a warm welcome and tasty cuisine from all over the world including Indian, Greek, French, Turkish, Italian and just about everything in between. You won’t be disappointed. Remember that all the best places get booked up early so think about what kind of evening or lunch you are looking to organise and plan accordingly. With some great Christmas offers on throughout the festive season, it needn’t cost as much as you think either, so go on spoil yourself.

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ÂŁ215,000 Your Move Matthews are delighted to offer for sale this superb three bedroom period terraced property which is situated in a prime residential area off Allerton Road. The accommodation briefly comprises :- Entrance hall, lounge, sitting room, dining kitchen and utility room. To the first floor there are three good sized bedrooms and a refitted bathroom. Externally there is a small section to the front and a rear patio courtyard. The property also has a gas central heating system. Awaiting Epc. For further details contact Your Move Matthews, Allerton Road on 0151 733 4911

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This family home is set in a prime location in close proximity to Woolton Village, a vibrant and picturesque village with varied amenities including a local cinema, restaurants, shops and a farmers market. In need of updating the four bedroom detached property occupies a generous corner plot with gardens to front, rear and side. To the main house there are three reception rooms, kitchen and utility area leading to outbuildings, detached garage, and conservatory. To the upper floor there are four double bedrooms and a four piece bathroom. Available with no chain. EPC - E 49% For further information contact Whitegates, Woolton Village on 0151 428 1357

O.I.R.O. £155,000 The Coachouse, North Sudley Road L17 £350,000

BE Property services are pleased to offer for sale this immaculate three bedroom semi-detached. The property has been decorated to a high standard and offers bright and airy accommodation. The extensive rear garden is a huge asset to this property and which lends opportunities to extend also. Ideally situated on a quiet road and with close proximity to a wealth of amenities including ASDA , Hunts Cross Shopping centre, excellent schools and the additional benefit of being within walking distance to Hunts Cross Station. The property is offered with NO CHAIN involved and viewing is essential to appreciate what this property offers. For further information contact BE Property Services, Woolton Village - 0151 428 1769

Sutton Kersh are delighted to offer for sale a rare opportunity to purchase this bespoke, stunning and beautifully designed semi detached coachouse situated in the heart of this established, affluent and leafy South Liverpool suburb. The ground floor comprises of a welcoming reception hall, stunning formal lounge with double door access onto a patio, a modern fitted breakfast kitchen with ample space for both casual dining and living areas, this in turn offers access into a utility room, an integral hall offers ample space for study area with return staircase rising to the upper floor. To the first floor there is a spacious landing offering access into two beautifully presented bedrooms, a modern fitted family bathroom and both en-suite and dressing room facilities to the master bedroom. Externally the property boasts a spacious courtyard garden. To view call Sutton Kersh on 0151 734 0666

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Druids Park, Calderstones, L18 £625,000 Energy Rating D

Ballantrae Road, Calderstones, L18 £549,950 Energy Rating D

Menlove Avenue, Mossley Hill, L18 £499,950 Energy Rating D

Calder Grange, Calderstones, L18 £475,000 Energy Rating Awaited

Menlove Gardens West, Calderstones, L18 £385,000 Energy Rating F

The Copse, Calderstones, L18 £345,000 Energy Rating D

Clandon Road, Allerton, L18 OIEO £290,000 Energy Rating Awaited

Stalbridge Avenue, Mossley Hill, L18 £239,950 Energy Rating D

Herondale Road, Allerton, L18 £155,000 Energy Rating E

Boxdale Road, Mossley Hill, L18 OIRO £149,995 Energy Rating D

Nicander Road, Mossley Hill, L18 £145,000 Energy Rating D

Martindale Road, Calderstones, L18 £139,950 Energy Rating C

Allerton & Mossley Hill, Liverpool 18 Liverpool 18 incorporates Allerton and Mossley Hill and is certainly one of Liverpool’s most affluent and desirable hot-spots due to its picturesque surroundings, tree-lined roads and wonderful parks.

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Leading light on Liverpool and UK property auctions joins firm Garry Abrams boosts Gregory Abrams Davidson property law team. Garry Abrams, a highly respected property auctions lawyer in the region and the UK has joined Gregory Abrams Davidson (GAD) LLP as a Consultant Solicitor. Based between GAD’s Matthew Street and Penny Lane offices, his brief will be to enhance the firm’s thriving Conveyancing department. Garry’s particular interest is in helping landlords and prospective landlords, to

establish and build up property portfolios as well as assisting and advising them generally. He said:“I work with many builders and developers in this regard, with whom I have a good business relationship. I also work with estate agents, insurance brokers, property professionals and individuals. One of my areas of expertise is providing advice at property auctions and I “staff”the legal advice desk at the Liverpool auctions, held regularly by Sutton Kersh. “On auction day, I am always happy to run through a

contract with a prospective purchaser and point out any pertinent clauses and possible pitfalls. Many prospective buyers are surprised to learn that once the auction hammer falls, and they are the highest bidder, they have entered into a contract to purchase (on the basis of the auction terms and conditions), from which they cannot withdraw. Ask about how his appointment will add to GAD’s offer, he added: “I’d like to think my knowledge of the Liverpool property scene, combined with

my expertise in property law gives me an edge. I always try and combine this with a friendly professional, personal and efficient approach, thus always providing clients with a high level of service.We also have an excellent team here

including Lucy Joel who assists with issues as soon as they arise.” Garry Abrams can be contacted at Gregory Abrams Davidson on 0151 236 5000 or by email garryabrams@gadllp.co.uk

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£85,950 2 Bed mid terraced property, two good size reception rooms to the ground floor, enclosed rear yard and situated in a popular residential location.

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• 8 bedroom semi-detached • HMO licensed • Producing £27,000 pa

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What’s On Section Advertise Your Events In Our What's On Section – maximum 60 words – email linkwhatson@outlook.com NOVEMBER/DECEMBER CHRISTMAS LINE DANCE DAY St Georges Hall on Sunday 23rd November 1.00pm to 6.00pm. £7.00 pay on the door only. Donations made to The British Heart Foundation. 0151 475 0081 CHRISTMAS FAIR Will be held at ALL HALLOWS CENTRE, at the junction of Allerton and Harthill Roads L18 6JJ, on SATURDAY 29th NOVEMBER from 11am to 3pm. Father Christmas has promised to attend from 12 to 2pm. Please bring this notice for a FREE cup of tea/coffee. GRANT LADIES BOWLING CLUB (WAVERTREE) Are looking for new members-beginners welcomed. For more information please call 0151 733 1134. ALPHA COURSE What am I doing here? Does God exist? Explore these questions at Elm Hall Drive Methodist Church Free Breakfast ALPHA Course (L18 1LF); starting Thursday 06 November from 9.30-11.15am. Enjoy free coffee & croissants! For more information, telephone 0151 734 4540. Everybody welcome! BEECHLEY STABLES Beechley Stables, RDA charity number 1156129, is holding a Christmas Fair and Grotto at Beechley Stables, Harthill Road, L18 3HU, on 30th November between noon and 4pm. Entrance £1 for adults and children, Grotto £3. Attractions include pony rides, dog display, cafe, craft stalls, children's games. CHRISTMAS FAYRE AND WELLBEING DAY Hetherlow Community Centre, Walton, Liverpool, on Wednesday 12th November 2014, from 11am to 3pm.It will be a festive packed day of Christmas stalls, carols from Arnot St Mary Primary School Choir and a raffle. As well as this the day will give you a chance to speak about health and wellbeing. CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOPS The Summerhill Garden Centre, Thingwall Hall, Thingwall Lane, Broadgreen L14 7NY; Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout December. Cost: £20 per person. Come along and create your own bespoke design using spruce, winter foliage, berries, cones and the odd bit of sparkle! Booking is essential and a small deposit required. Christmas refreshments provided. For more information and to book a place, please contact Ruth Crawley on 0151 228 4439. Course dates: Tuesday 2 December, 2-4pm; Thursday 4 December: 10am-12pm & 24pm; Tuesday 9 December: 2-4pm; Thursday 11 December: 10am-12pm & 24pm; Tuesday 16 December: 10am-12pm; Thursday 18 December: 10am-12pm. Private classes can be booked in the evening providing there is a minimum of 6 people. DIXIELAND JAZZ CONCERT The Savoy Jazzmen will be giving a concert in the Sefton Park Palm House on Tuesday 4th November between 2-4 pm. Admission costs £5.00 which includes light refreshments. They will be playing tunes by Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Fats Waller. FRIENDS OF HARTHILL AND CALDERSTONES PARK Will meet at 7.15pm on Monday 10th November 2014 when Mike Roberts will give a talk on “The Wildlife of the Avalon Marshes". Meetings are held in Childwall Primary School on Woolton Road, Liverpool 16, the entrance to which is off Salisbury Park. A charge of £2.00 is made for visitors, who are most welcome to attend. FRIENDS OF GARSTON LIBRARY Thursday 27th. November, 7pm, ESLA (Horrocks Avenue); Dr. Mari HughesEdwards will give a talk on the poetry of Carol Ann Duffy with particular reference to the love poems. Contact friends-ofgarston-library@hotmail.co.uk. Small entrance charge. GARDEN CENTRE CHRISTMAS LAUNCH Thursday 27th November 2014 at The Summerhill Garden Centre, Thingwall Hall, Thingwall Lane, Broadgreen L14 7NY from 4:30pm to 7pm. Join us at our Christmas Launch - enjoy mulled wine and Christmas snacks, pre-order your 2014 Christmas Tree or buy a fabulously festive wreath or other plants. GATEACRE SOCIETY The next meeting of the Gateacre Society will be for a talk by Tony Richardson on the Liverpool Pals Brigade. This will be on Sunday November 16th at 2pm in the Gateacre Chapel, Gateacre Brow. Admission is free, non-members welcome. GRASSENDALE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Will meet on Thursday 13th November 2014 for a demonstration by Joan Twigger from Preston entitled "Christmas Countdown”. Meetings are held in

Dovedale Baptist Church Hall, in Olivedale Road. L18 1DW. The doors open at 7.30pm with the demonstration at 8.00pm. Visitors are welcome for a fee of £5.00 LET IT SNOW Sunday 14th December at 2.30pm at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. Liverpool Welsh Choral, Northop Silver Band, Metropolitan Cathedral Girls' Choir. The BBC's favourite newsreader HUGH EDWARDS narrates this fun-filled family concert. Tickets £10, £15, £20, £22, Box £25. Children and NUS half price. T: 0151 652 6374 or mavis@lwcu.freeserve.co.uk or Philharmonic Hall Box Office. LIVERPOOL DECORATIVE and FINE ARTS SOCIETY Wed. 19th. November 2014. Lecture: ”PRELUDE TO CHRISTMAS” by Jeanne Dolmetsch. The Dolmetsch family pioneered the renaissance of early music in this country and introduced the recorder into British schools. This lecture covers poetry, prose, pictures and music through the ages from Herrick to Laurie Lee, from Purcell to Berlioz, and from Giotto to Burne-Jones. Meetings held at 2pm, Bridge Chapel Centre, Heath Rd., L19. Cost £5 - tea, coffee and parking are free. All welcome. PEACEPOOL If you’d enjoy some inner-peace and mental relaxation come along to our video event. Find out about a natural way to feel good. Venue is the Liner Hotel, Lord Nelson Street, L3 5QB (near Lime St Station). Saturday 8th November 2014, 2.30pm to 4.30pm. Free admission, refreshments and parking. Not for profit. www.peacepool.blogspot.com Tel: 0845 3873387. RADS (REFORMED ALLERTON DRAMATIC SOCIETY) “Out Of Order”, a hilarious comedy by Ray Cooney. 12th-15th November 2014 at Allerton United Reformed Church Hall, L18 7HD (corner Mather Ave/Booker Ave). 7pm (Curtain-up 7.30pm) Tickets (on the door) £6 (£5 concessions; £3 children). www.allertonrads.co.uk SOUTH LIVERPOOL ARTS GROUP The South Liverpool Arts Group will be holding an Exhibition at the Reader Gallery, Calderstones Park from 17th to 23rd November 2014. Works will be for sale and would make wonderful Christmas presents. We would also welcome anyone who would like to join the group. For more details, ring Jim Bridge on 0151 281 6021. ST. BARNABAS CHURCH Fish& Chip Supper with talk by KEN PYE. Friday 7th November. Doors open 6.30pm. Meal and Talk (ticket only} £6 available from 07761 714290. Meal at 7pm. Talk at 8pm (Talk only: £4 pay on door). TICKET TO READ Woolton's FREE community library, Simon Peter Centre, Church Road, Mon & Wed 1.30 to 4.30pm. Also at the Linksview Centre on alternate Thurs 1.00 to 3.00pm. There will be a social event Saturday 8th Nov 7.30pm at St Peter's Hall on Church Rd when Ticket To Read remembers The Great War with an evening of poetry and song. Tickets are £6.50 incl. hot supper, bar. Tickets from Ticket To Read, or on the door. WOOLTON SOCIETY Will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 19th November, at 7.30pm in Woolton Village Club. The meeting is open to all Society members and will be followed by refreshments. GATEACRE SOCIETY QUIZ NIGHT – Friday 7th November (7.30 p.m.) at the Gateacre Institute, a Friends of Gateacre Quiz Night.TALK – Sunday 16th November (2 p.m.) in Gateacre Chapel, a talk about the Liverpool Pals by Tony Wainwright. The A.G.M. will incorporate our 40th birthday celebration – with complimentary refreshments available – and copies of the material included in our 2014 Time Capsule will be on display. Prospective members of the Society will be very welcome to attend. Our website contains further details of the Time Capsule and its contents. Both of the other events mentioned are open to the general public. AUTUMN FAYRE Will be held at St. Agnes Church Hall (Buckingham Ave/Ullet Rd.)on Saturday 15th November from 1.00p.m. to 3.00p.m. Admission 50p. REGULAR EVENTS ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY Have several support groups in Prescot, Halewood, Huyton and Kirkby for people living with dementia and their carers. The groups provide activities and an opportunity to meet other families with caring responsibilities. There is no charge to attend and refreshments are provided. Please contact us on 426 4433 for further information. BREATHE EASY The meeting in May is on Monday 19th

having been changed from 4th Monday because of Bank Holiday and the speaker will be talking about COPD. After May the group will not be meeting at Bridge Chapel until the 4th Monday in September, i.e. 22nd, after which we shall revert to the 4th Monday of every month with the exception of December. CALDERFIELD BOWLS CLUB Halfway House, Woolton Road, off Queens Drive, are looking for bowlers to play in league teams. Ladies and gentlemen of all ages are all very welcome at our warm and friendly club. Please contact Bob Tipper on 07818 214704 or email bobtipperaph@hotmail.co.uk CAN YOU SING A LITTLE, CAN YOU DANCE A LITTLE? Mature ladies wanted for Variety Group. Telephone 0151 427 9991 or 0151 427 3080 CHILDREN'S TAP AND BALLET CLASS Held at Childwall Valley Methodist Church Hall, Score Lane, L16 5EG. Saturdays Tap 12.30-12.45pm (£2 per class) Ballet 12.451.30pm (£5 per class). Ages 4+ children can work towards exams with an experienced, qualified teacher. Contact Amy: 07507 015227 amy_sand1@hotmail.com CROCHET AND KNITTING Come and learn or if you are expert then help others. Every Tuesday, 11am until 1pm. Long Lane Church (off Mill Lane, Wavertree) - Refreshments provided. For more info call Helen (07837 711178). Or if you enjoy a spot of gardening then we could do with a little help. DANCE AFTERNOON A chance to get together with others and dance ballroom, sequence and the odd latin dance. Also, tuition in one sequence dance takes place. Come along and enjoy the company of around 40 other dancers! Tea, coffee, cake and biscuits provided free. Mondays at: Woolton Conservative Club, Belle Vale Road, Liverpool L25 2PY. 1pm3.45pm Admission £3 EAST WAVERTREE BOWLING CLUB 129a Dunbabin Road, Childwall. Enjoy the Summer outdoors, come and play Crown Green Bowls at our friendly club. Either a player or a beginner - all welcome. Just come along or contact Norma Williams (0151 727 6438) ETON BOWLING CLUB The oldest bowling club in Liverpool. Fancy bowling? Come and join us! We are non-league but play friendlies with local clubs as well as holding Club Mains. Our green is open 7 days a week from March to October at The Halfway House, Woolton Road. EXERCISE, MOVEMENT & DANCE CLASS The Bagot Stack System focuses on improving posture through progressive exercise and dance. Suitable for all abilities. Mondays 1.30–2.30pm, All Hallows Centre, Harthill Road, Allerton, L18 3HU; Thursdays, 7-9pm, TA Centre (opposite Tesco’s), Mather Ave, L18 6HF. Contact Jane on 0151 724 5192 FREE COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS ICT Functional Skills Entry Level 3 at the Mackets Education Centre or Halewood Academy (also at local libraries), just 3 hours a week. Small and informal groups. Course consists of email, word processing and internet. A basic knowledge of computers is preferred but not essential. Please call Cathy on 443 2052 or Doug on 07925 369899 FIBROMATES – NORTH WEST FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP Meets every month. If you have fibromyalgia, or care for someone who has it, you are most welcome to join us. We are a very friendly group who meet once a month to support each other and share information about managing fibromyalgia. Please contact Anne Pritchard on 07912 084549 for further details FRIENDSHIP GROUP: The “O60 Club” Meets on alternate Thursday afternoons at Oakvale URC, Broadgreen Road at 2-30pm. We have interesting speakers and other activities include holidays, outings and pub lunches once a month. If you are interested in meeting friendly people, please call one of the following numbers: 0151 428 5630 or 0151 226 1984. LADIES 50+ KEEP FIT 50+ keep fit sessions K.F.A. teacher, Linksvies, 102 Vale Road on Mondays, 7.30-8.30pm. £2 per session. All welcome 0151 475 0542 LEE VALLEY KNITTING GROUP The group meet on a Wednesday 11 – 12:30 at The Lee Valley Millennium Centre, Childwall Valley Road, L25 2PR. It is free to come along, we have a mixture of very experienced knitters and people wanting to learn. It’s not just knitting we also do crochet, quilting and other activities. Contact Laura 07794 119379. LINE DANCING – St MARKS CHURCH

Tuesdays 12.45 to 2.45pm Small friendly classes £3 includes tea and biscuits. Join us at St Marks Church Hall, Hartsbourne Ave, L25 2SB. Accessible on bus routes 79 & 14 via Childwall Valley Rd (Sylvia 0151 722 6653). LIVERPOOL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY Meet at Leighton Observatory, Pex Hill, Cronton, nr Widnes, every Wed. from 7pm. Monthly meetings held at the Friends Meeting House, 22 School Lane, Liverpool City Centre, every third Friday between September-May. Membership is £15 per year for adults, £5 for juniors 14-17 yrs. Contact Secretary: ggastro@liverpool.ac.uk. LIVERPOOL BACKGAMMON CLUB Meets on the last Friday of the month at 7 Croxteth Road, Liverpool, L8 3SE. Doors open 7pm. The club is for all levels of play. For further details see our website at liverpoolbackgammon.co.uk or phone 07931 553829. Free lessons also available. LIVERPOOL BRIDGE CLUB 7a Croxteth Road, L8 3SE. Monday afternoons – beginners and improvers; Monday and Wednesday evenings – experienced players; taster session for beginners, 11 September; beginners 10-week course, 18 September. For more details please ring (0151) 727 2140 LIVERPOOL CONTRA FOLK/COUNTRY DANCE CLUB Has been running in Liverpool for 60. A friendly club, teaching a mixture of folk/country dance styles, American squares and Pride and Prejudice styles. No need to bring a partner. Tuesdays 8 -10pm at the Scout Hall, Gorsedale Rd, off Dovedale Rd, L18 5EP. Tel 427 1907 LIVERPOOL FRENCH CLUB All ages and levels of French, for all nationalities (including French) who want to meet up for a natter. It’s very relaxed, membership is free, no charges for attending. All levels from beginners to advanced and native speakers are welcome. Tuesdays from 6-8pm and are now held at Costa Coffee in Liverpool One (opposite Debenhams). M. S. SOCIETY YOGA The M.S.SOCIETY have an afternoon of yoga at Linkside, Vale Rd. Woolton on a Tuesday afternoon from 2.00 till 4.00 p.m. All are very welcome. MAKING MUSIC FOR FUN The Liverpool String Orchestra warmly welcomes new players to enjoy making music at the Unitarian Church Hall, Ullet Rd., on Monday evenings at 7.15. No auditions needed, just come along and play! Further info 07979 411488 and www.liverpoolstringorchestra.co.uk NEW FRIENDS MERSEYSIDE If you are over 50 and would like to make new friends then come and join us. We meet every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm upstairs in the Blacklers Rooms, over Tess Rileys bar, Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool. For further information call Heather on 0151 549 2126 OVER 50’S KEEP FIT CLASS AND LINE DANCING CLASS Aigburth Community Church Hall, Dundonald Road, L17 0AE. Keep Fit class for ages 50+ Tuesdays 9.30-10.30am with inspiring standing/chair-based exercises. Beginners Line Dancing class with simple, fun routines Fridays 9.30-10.30am. Classes £3. Contact Amy: 07507 015227; amy_sand1@hotmail.com PARKINSONS UK Meets regularly at The Bridge Chapel, Heath Road, L19 4XR. Second Thursday of the month at 7.30pm. Tel.0844 225 3654. Patients and/or carers most welcome. Change attitudes. Find a cure. Join us. RADS – REFORMED ALLERTON DRAMATIC SOCIETY Is on the lookout for new talent (over 18). If you are interested in any aspect of amateur dramatics, please contact us: www.allertonrads.co.uk or write to RADS c/o. Allerton United Reformed Church, Mather Ave, L18 7HD. We meet most Mondays in the church hall. No fees. ROY CASTLE FAGENDS Roy Castle FagEnds Stop Smoking Support Groups. Held weekly: Woolton House Medical Centre,Fridays 2.30pm-3.45pm, Garston Library, Monday 2pm-3.15pm. Speke Neighbourhood Health Centre, Monday 4.15pm-6pm, or Wednesday 1pm3.15pm. Allerton Library, Tuesday 4pm5.15pm. No appointment necessary, free practical support and advice and access to Nicotine Replacement Therapy, Champix or Zyban. Freephone 0800 195 2131 for further information. SPRINGWOOD PENSIONERS BOWLING CLUB Requires males over 55 for our bowls club, learners or bowlers welcome. We play Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at Garston Park, L19. Learners can be taught at times to suit them, bowls supplied. Phone Eddie Crook (0151 384 7382) or Les Graves (0151 486 3625)

SEFTON PARK BOWLING CLUB is looking for new members. Based in Sefton Park, we have various competitions starting from Easter to October. Open Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, Wednesday and Friday Evenings, and most weekends. Learners & experts, singles & couples are all welcome to come and play in the great outdoors. Postcode L17 7DG. Contact Gregg Watson on 0151 222 2964 SEWERS AND KNITTERS WANTED Project Linus (projectlinusuk.org.uk) makes quilts/blankets for local children who are ill or in distressing situations. We welcome handmade items for all ages, we can provide fabric/wool if required and will arrange collection. If you can help, please contact caroline.fogell@yahoo.co.uk ST BARNABAS CHURCH Penny Lane weekly coffee mornings; Tuesday 10.30–12 noon. Sudley House, L18 open daily 10 am–5 pm. Free entry Mossley Hill Rd Liverpool www.liverpoolmuseums .org.uk Tel. 0151 478 4178 TABLE SALE Sudley Area Residents Association. Held 3rd Sat. of the month (except Dec) at 10am at SARA Hall, Rundle Rd, Aigburth. For table bookings (£7) call 0151 726 0805 THE PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT & INFORMATION GROUP Informal meeting held on last Wed. in the month (except Dec) at Sunflowers Centre, 21 Aigburth Rd, L17 4JR. Separate meeting rooms available for partners and carers. For info 0151 726 8934 TOTS & CO Is a carer and toddler group who meet every Tuesday (9.30-11.30am) and Wednesday (1.30-3pm) during term time in the Allerton United Reformed Church on Mather Avenue, Liverpool 18. We are a drop-in play group and everyone is welcome. We charge £1 per adult and child (or children) and light refreshments are included. WILLIAMSON TUNNELS HERITAGE CENTRE Summer hours (Tours, Cafe, Charity Shop) Tues-Sun 10am-4pm. Learn about eccentric Joseph Williamson and his mysterious tunnels. Guided tours (approx 45 mins). Adult £4.50, Concession £4.00, Child £3.00. We welcome volunteers for various roles, please contact us. Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre, The Old Stableyard, Smithdown Lane, Liverpool, L7 3EE. Enquiries@williamsontunnels.co.uk (0151 709 6868) WILLS & POWER OF ATTORNEY Do you need a speaker for your group? If so then contact Gaynor Lanceley Solicitors at Paul Crowley & Co (West Derby) 0151 226 2020 WOOLTON'S FREE COMMUNITY LIBRARY The Simon Peter Centre on Church Road, Mondays before 10am and Wednesdays, 1.30 to 4.30pm. Also at Linksview Community Centre on alternate Thursdays 1.00 to 3.00pm. Come along and support this free book service. WOMEN'S INSTITUTE CHILDWALL We are a small but friendly group who meet every first Thursday of the month (7.15pm) at Christ the King Parish Club, Score Lane, L16. New members most welcome! For information contact 07938 166797 or email wichildwall@gmail.com YOGA CLASSES At Garston Park Church Hall, Island Road, 10-12am and 7-9pm. All welcome. Relaxation, postures and some meditation. Ring June for more information - (0151) 486 3874 INCLUDE ME CIC A weekly Wednesday morning meeting is held at Linksview, Vale Road, Woolton from 10.00am to 1.00pm. We are tackling the issues of loneliness and exclusion in the local area, so why not meet up with us for coffee and put your ideas and suggestions forward for what activities you would like us to provide for the group. Contact Janet on 0151 558 0845 or email info@includeme-org.org APPEALS BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION Electrical Items Wanted! British Heart Foundation ,509 West Derby Road, Tuebrook, L6 4BW. Please donate any good quality electrical items to help raise funds to fight heart and circulatory disease. We can collect. Fridges, Freezers, Washing Machines, Dryers, dishwashers, Ovens, TVs, Hi-Fis. For Free collection call 0844 499 4173 NUGENT CARE CHARITY SHOP APPEAL Nugent Care’s Charity Shop is in urgent need of donations. The shop sells women’s, men’s, children’s clothing, shoes, CD’s, books, jewellery, bric-a-brac and toys. Donations can be dropped off at the shop; 73 Allerton Road, L18 2DH or 99 Edge Lane, L7 2PE. We can collect donations on Thursday mornings. To arrange a collection please contact Jeanette on 0151 737 2951

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Putting on the style... Art group ‘kindred spirits’ FOLLOWING a sell-out Fashion and Clothes Evening earlier in the year, Woodlands Hospice has organised two further events in November. This is a great opportunity to purchase current, famousbrand High Street fashions at fantastic discount prices whilst having a great night out. Clothes sold will be in a full range of sizes from 822. The first event will take place at 7pm on Thursday 6th November at the Longmoor Social Club in Fazakerley with the second at 7pm at the Crosby Comrades Club on Wednesday 19th November. Tickets cost £5 and all proceeds from each evening will go to support the work of the Woodlands Hospice. Christine Peach,

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Community Fundraising Manager, said: “These events are incredibly popular and a great way of picking up a bargain whilst helping to raise funding for Woodlands Hospice. We are encouraging ladies who attend the Crosby show to bring along unwanted items of clothing which will be sold in the Woodlands Hospice Charity Shop. We

know these will be two great nights out and I advise people to book tickets early!” As you can see from the photograph, Woodlands Hospice staff are clearly in the mood for trying on and buying new clothes! Tickets for each event cost £5 and can be obtained by ringing Kristina (0151 529 2968) or Ruth (0151 529 8389).

IN 1977 the Garston Carnival, which used to be a popular annual event in and around Garston, had as one of its features a Carnival Art Exhibition. A group of local artists who had been responsible for the exhibition were so impressed with the work being displayed, and the enthusiasm expressed, that they decided to hold an open meeting with a view to forming an art group. This meeting was pivotal in gathering together kindred spirits and exposed a need for such a group. The South Liverpool Arts Group was thus formed in the autumn of 1977. Now, after over 35 years

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we are still going strong with a membership approaching 50, made up of mainly adults. We are all amateur artists, mostly painters, and most of us live in the South Liverpool area. The Group will be holding an Exhibition at the Reader Gallery, Calderstones Park from 17th to 23rd November 2014. Works will be on sale and would make wonderful Christmas presents. We would also welcome anyone who would like to join the group. Meetings are held at Chaloner Hall, St. Austin's Church, 561 Aigburth Road. The room is available for

members’ use every Tuesday evening from 7:30pm until 10:00pm, where we have a full programme covering talks and demonstrations by guest speakers; hold portrait sessions, life classes and material 'workshops'; talk about art, sort out each other's technical problems; paint in the field, either individually or as a group, or just 'do-it-yourself' evenings (not necessarily in that order and not all at the same time!). All these activities take place in an extremely congenial atmosphere – to which we attribute the Group's continuing success. For more details, ring Jim Bridge on 0151 281 6021.

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SEFTON MAKE SLOW START TO SEASON by Abii McLindon Despite some great pre-season training, both the womens’ and mens’ first teams at Liverpool Sefton Hockey Club have started the season slowly. The men in the Northern Hockey League have one draw from their first three games and the women in the Investec North League have two draws from four games. Following games against Loughborough, Kendal and Whitley Bay, the women played Cannock last weekend. With Cannock one place below Liverpool Sefton in the league table it was crucial to take points from this fixture and build momentum for the rest of the season. A series of short corners for Sefton produced the first real opening in the game and a move straight off the training ground saw a fierce shot from Jayne Bazley-Harrison ricochet off the left upright. Sefton remained on top for the rest of the half but were unable to convert any of their chances. The second half saw Sefton launch a series of dangerous attacks.

SUTTON KERSH SPONSOR LOCAL UNDERare12S’ TEAM Sutton Kersh are delighted to be from the North Liverpool area, sponsoring the ‘Blue Team’ at Everton Red Triangle (ERT) under 12s Football Club. Phil Lawton, director at Sutton Kersh, said: “We are really happy to be able to support ERT this season. We believe in investing in the community to help give local people an opportunity. Everyone at Sutton Kersh wishes them lots of success for this season and their futures.’

Emma Gaunt used fancy footwork to get to the dead ball line and produce a great cross which Jayne deflected into the net. 1-0 to Sefton! The game now opened up with Clare Panter and Grace Moffat battling hard in midfield and Vicki Bell, Rachel and Nat Hannah steadfast in defence. As the final whistle blew a short corner was conceded and with the last hit of the game Cannock equalised. Two points lost!

ALLOWING TIME FOR YOURSELF by Paul Coshott If you have read the book 'The Secret' by Rhonda Byrne, or any other similar book (for example, 'The Law of Attraction' or 'The Power of Deliberate Intent'), what they will talk about is that what you think, you become. They would say that everything is done through vibration so, with regards to health and fitness, if you see yourself getting fitter and stronger and looking better, and you believe that is going to happen, then resources will come back to you which will help you achieve those outcomes. However, before this happens you must allow time for yourself to release those vibrations. Recently, I have been doing hot yoga at Planet Yoga on Smithdown Road. This has helped me to calm myself down for an hour and help me focus on and visualise what I want to happen over the coming week. An increase in my flexibility is a bonus but, otherwise, it helps me feel confident about what is going to happen regarding my goals. Going to the gym and using a mobile phone, or any other gadget, in any other activity will not help you achieve this physical state. It is vital that you try and spend a small amount of time away from your usual everyday habits and allow yourself to become calm and gain focus and clarity towards the things you wish to happen. Therefore, as you do this, you will give out those vibrations that are relevant to your desired outcomes. For more information about hot yoga, please visit www.planetyogaliverpool.co.uk

The club started in 2009 to provide a good standard of football opportunities for the community, with a focus on social and personal development as well as having fun and encouraging community cohesion. The club name however dates back over 100 years, when it started as the Everton Red Triangle Boys Club, providing multiple sports activities and was also part of the YMCA. Wayne McDonald, coach and chairman at Everton Red Triangle Football Club, added: “All players

and it’s been amazing to watch the kids grow and develop. They are such a great team, so enthusiastic and energetic and really do give their all in training and at every game.” The team play in the Scotland Road Junior Football League on a Saturday morning. Last season ERT were awarded The Fair Play Trophy for their respectful approach to football within the league. As well as the league, the team participates in many different tournaments across the country throughout the year, and are due to attend an international football tournament being held at Butlins Skegness in May 2015. “Everyone at the club are proud to have Sutton Kersh as our Blue Team sponsor as they are a highly professional local business, with a strong history of supporting the Liverpool area, demonstrating their clear social values through their support of community clubs such as ERT,” added Wayne.

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SOUTH OPEN UP FOURPOINT GAP AT THE TOP ous chances to put the game to bed were missed and a welcome 3 points was well-earned. The previous week, South raced unto anothertwo-goal lead at Chester Nomads with both goals coming from striker Dalton. The home side got then equalised early in the second half before further goals from Dalton and leading scorer Alex Woodcock brought a 4-2 scoreline which produced a more realistic result. Again, all South’s main rivals dropped points putting the team in a good position as winter beckons.

by Jim Stanway On a day when all their main rivals were involved in cup competitions, South Liverpool FC opened up a fourpoint gap at the top of the West Cheshire League First Division table with a 2-1 win at local rivals Hale. Extracting revenge for defeat in the Liverpool Challenge Cup in September, South won the league game comfortably despite a late goal by the home side. Early goals by Tom Kinsella and Cameron Dalton gave South the edge but numer-

South’s reserves experienced their first defeat of the season with elimination from the league cup against a very experienced Neston Nomads by 2-1. Nomads’ midfielder Richie Foulkes is one of the best players in the whole league and was responsible for creating both the equaliser after Scott Dunning’s opener for South and the decisive penalty after South’s centre-half Louis Fay was sent sent off for deliberate handball. The team retain a twopoint lead in the third division table despite dropping two points to lowly

Chester Nomads Reserves. The team progressed to the third round of the Liverpool Junior Cup with a fortuitous 4-2 win over Speke-based outfit Red and Blue after extra time with goals from Ryan McMahon, Francis Evans, Chris Williamson and Adam Shelton. The youth team lost their 100% record with a 5-3 defeat to nearest rivals Custy’s although other wins against Vauxhall Motors, Hale Colts and against Belfry in the Liverpool Youth Cup have given the team a 3-point lead in the league and a trip to Formby Juniors in the cup.

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The Fulwood Arms FC endeavoured a rather miserable first season as a football team. The first season blues saw them pick up only one win and one draw for the entire 2013-14 season. The team refused to give in, however, and decided to give it another shot. Since moving from the Formers League into the Second Division of the Liverpool Sunday District League, the Fulwood Arms have picked up two wins and a draw from five leagues games, better than their record for the whole of last season!

The results have included a 3-1 win over second in the table, Wood St FC and a fantastic recovery from 3-0 down against Fazakerley FC, which resulted in a hard earned 3-3 draw after a fantastic second half display. Currently unbeaten at home, Fulwood Arms are building up a great confidence and a united squad that is improving week by week and are hoping to put a challenge this season for a high place in the league and a possible good cup run. The future is looking a lot brighter in the football world for The Fulwood Arms.

Adam Boaks – last season’s Stoneycroft player of the year.

CROFT BOW OUT OF CUP by Mick Tetherington Premier League side Stoneycroft FC crashed out of the Liverpool Challenge Cup to St. Helens-based Penlake after a rather dismal display at Maiden Lane. The East Liverpool outfit can have no complaints about the result following a below par performance and will be disappointed that recent improvements have not been maintained. The two positives to take from the 3-1 defeat were the contribution from Adam Newbolt, coming on as substitute and making his debut, whose robust style upset the visitors’ defenders and earned himself a place on the score sheet, and the fact that Croft are now able to concentrate on the league. They face a stiff test when they welcome Liver Academy to the Lane in their next fixture and boss Kirkpatrick will be looking for much improved contributions from his players. On a more pleasing note the Junior side, which they have just taken under their wing, have

been impressive in their games so far. In a recent encounter against The Farmers they eventually ran out winners in a hard fought contest with Joe Chandler netting twice. Franco Hyland earned rave reviews, dictating play in true midfield general style and ran team mate Joel Chandler close for the Man of The Match award. Juniors manager, Lee Scott, was full of praise for his players after the game, expressing his pleasure at the way “we carried out our game plan and got the result”. He also recognised the part Farmers played in “an excellent game” and said “well done to all the players for the part they played in a great game”. All those who witnessed the game will agree with those sentiments. Croft’s Veterans XI have also had a satisfying start to their campaign, which has been a bit stop-start up to now, but performances so far will hold them in good stead once the season gets into full swing.