South liverpool july 2016

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Issue 110 – July 2016

RETURN OF THE STONES By Stephen Guy ANCIENT crosses can be found throughout Britain where they have served both as landmarks and places to SDXVH DQG UHĂ HFW Some are spectacular, others VLPSOH 3HUKDSV WKH PRVW famous were the 12 raised by Edward I as memorials to his ZLIH (OHDQRU RI &DVWLOH Most crosses are simple free-standing monoliths but some, like those at Chichester and Salisbury, are very FRPSOH[ DQG RUQDWH The original Banbury Cross of nursery rhyme fame was destroyed in a religious riot GXULQJ WKH UHLJQ RI (OL]DEHWK , High Cross in Leicestershire, at the junction of Roman roads Watling Street and the Fosse Way, is supposed to mark the H[DFW FHQWUH RI (QJODQG The crosses at Sandbach in Cheshire are some of the most ancient Christian relics LQ (QJODQG 7KH\ DUH WKRXJKW to date from the 7th or 8th

centuries although at one time they were smashed and bits used for gateposts and GRRUVWHSV This was the fate of countless crosses in the Reformation when many 3URWHVWDQWV UHJDUGHG WKHP as symbols of Roman &DWKROLFLVP More than a century later WKH 3XULWDQV FRQWLQXHG WKH destruction about the time RI WKH &LYLO :DU $OWKRXJK deeply religious, they despised ritual and also attacked churches and tombs where their handiwork can VWLOO EH VHHQ Many crosses were restored LQ WKH WK FHQWXU\ DQG ODWHU Often the stone cross itself was long gone but the base VXUYLYHG Woolton Cross has parts GDWLQJ EDFN WR DURXQG Originally it marked the north boundary of the village while its counterpart Hunt’s Cross marked the southern

ERUGHU &KLOGZDOO Cross (pictured) has D IDVFLQDWLQJ VWRU\ ,W lay partially buried in D ÀHOG RII &KLOGZDOO Lane until 1935 when the area started to be developed for KRXVLQJ 3ODQQHUV GHFLGHG WR widen the lane and it was agreed to re-erect the cross near its RULJLQDO VLWH A total of 22 sandstone blocks were excavated but, as with other examples, there was no sign of the FURVV LWVHOI Following consultations with

historians, the blocks were re-assembled in WKHLU RULJLQDO IRUP A new sandstone cross standing nearly 10 ft high was carved, based on how the original may have ORRNHG Childwall Cross is believed to be about 600 years old and is thought to have been a market cross because RI LWV ODUJH EDVH Q Learn more about the history of Liverpool at the Museum of Liverpool, 3LHU +HDG RSHQ DP to 5pm every day, DGPLVVLRQ IUHH

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Fashion show and clothes sale DUE to popular demand we are holding another fashion show in the local community in aid of Woodlands Hospice on Wednesday, June 29 (7pm to 10pm); Dunnys Social Club, 2 Stalmine Road, Liverpool, L9 1BZ.

Pupils write rap song to stop selďŹ sh drivers PUPILS at Dovedale Primary School KDYH ZULWWHQ D UDS VRQJ WR VWRS VHOĂ€VK drivers parking dangerously on the zig zag markings and yellow lines around school. The campaigning youngsters will

also be patrolling the pavements KDQGLQJ RXW OHDĂ HWV WR LUUHVSRQVLEOH drivers which highlight why their illegal parking is putting lives at risk. Nine-year-old pupil Minnie Swerdlow said: “We hope it will

show parents that what they are doing is wrong. Put children’s safety before yourself. Don’t rush to school and drop off on the zig zags. Leave HDUOLHU DQG ÀQG VRPHZKHUH VDIH WR park.�

Friends of Nugent Care volunteer fundraising group summer fair SATURDAY 16th July from 1.30pm to 4.30pm at St. Mary’s Millennium Centre, Meadow Lane, West Derby Village, L12 5EA. Free entry.

Stalls include: refreshments, hair accessories, costume jewellery, greetings cards, gift bags, new and nearly new baby and children’s

FORWKHV WRPEROD UDIĂ H ERRNV DQG many more bargains! Funds raised will support local children and adults living in poverty.

High Street fashion at discount prices. $OO VL]HV DQG VW\OHV 5DIĂ HV and bar available. Tickets ÂŁ5 in advance from Dunnys or call Christine at the Hospice (0151 529 8117) or e-mail: christine. peach@aintree.nhs.uk

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HELLO FROM THE LINK YOUR FAVOURITE LOCAL INDEPENDENT ADVERTISER – and remember The LINK goes into homes!!!!! Hello everyone, and welcome to the July edition of the LINK South Liverpool’s biggest advertising paper. Your favourite Local Independent Advertiser. Well doesn’t time fly? July already! It’s our 10th birthday this

month and as it is coming up to the holiday period for many of our readers we have decided to celebrate our 10th birthday later on in the year! 10 YEARS! WOW! Where has the time gone? It’s been a blast! We would like to welcome all our new advertisers this month and thank you for choosing The LINK. Please remember that The LINK is an advertising paper so please support our advertisers

and don’t forget to tell them that you saw them in The LINK. Keep sending in your What’s On events and your little stories and we look forward to hearing from you and, as always, thank you for your support. Enjoy July – see you next month. Moira, Dawn and Carol

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YPAS retains Navajo charter mark YOUNG Person’s Advisory Service, based in Liverpool, has successfully passed its reassessment to retain the Navajo Merseyside Charter Mark. The Navajo Merseyside & Cheshire LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex) Charter Mark is an

Have fun at Allerton in Bloom summer fete ALLERTON in Bloom is holding its annual summer fete on Saturday, July 16 on the grassy area outside Allerton Library. Everyone is welcome to this popular event, to be held between the times of

1pm and 4pm. There is no entry fee. There will be traditional stalls such as plants for sale, bric-a-brac, homemade cakes and books. In addition, there will be traditional activities for all

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Worktops looking weary? ARE your worktops looking weary? Does your kitchen need an overhaul to brighten it up? Are you put off by the prospect of all the mess and debris – days without a working kitchen? Granite Transformations has a showroom locally at Dobbies Garden Centre, Speke, showcasing a high quality, durable, low maintenance work-surface for kitchen and bathroom makeovers. It’s an advanced, diamond-polished worktop surface that is heat, scratch and stain-resistant and is available exclusively from Granite Transformations. Tough enough to survive all the stresses of everyday home life, yet lightweight enough to need no extra reinforcement to units. Having measured and made up precise templates, we fabricate custommade sections in our own workshops. We then bring the ÀQLVKHG VHFWLRQV WR \RXU

home where we lift out your sink and hob, bond the new surface directly onto your existing ZRUNWRSV UHÀW \RXU appliances and sink – all usually within the same day. We can also offer door replacement, sinks, taps and appliances and replace cabinets where needed. Whatever your upgrade, we can help. Our surfaces are made from genuine granite, natural quartzite or recycled tempered glass, bonded together with up WR ÀYH SHU FHQW IRUPXODWHG polymer resin. Granite Transformations surfaces are much tougher and harder than granite slab and can take more or less anything you can throw at them. You have to agree, it’s well worth a closer look! Why wait? Call or visit the showroom for more information or for a no-obligation home consultation. Details are below.

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Tramway & Light Ticket to Read Celebration for Ticket to Railway Society MIDSUMMER Read, Thursday 21st July 7.30 to 10.30 in St SUMMER RECESS. Our next meeting at Greenbank Sports Academy will be on Monday, 19th September when Carl Phillips, deputy MD/ performance director of Transdev Dublin Light Rail will talk to us about WKH ÀUVW \HDUV RI WKH PRGHUQ 'XEOLQ Tramway. Thank you for your support during the past 10 months. We look forward to seeing you again in September.

Peter’s Hall, Church Road. Music, songs & poetry, tickets £8.50 to include buffet, bar available. Tickets from TTR, The Hub, or on the door.

Great Expectations GREAT Expectations at the Grand Central Hall in Liverpool this August Bank Holiday weekend. All tickets cost just £10 and are available through Skiddle.com

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‘Live life the way you choose’ with Clarriots Care ... IN today’s world companies IRFXV WRR PXFK RQ SURÀW margins and not what is truly important…….it’s you! Clarriots Care prides itself on providing the best possible care so that you can grasp hold of your independence and “Live life the way you choose”. We want to spend our time getting to know you and calculating the best way in which we can support you to ensure that the service we provide is the best it could be! Through Clarriots Care’s person-centred home care services, we can enable individuals to enjoy life in their own homes. Ranging from short one hour visits to round-theclock care, we provide an extensive range of services. We strive to provide a high quality service and, through our friendly faces, welltrained staff and forward thinking philosophies, we regularly achieve a

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Why did we buy our house? I HAVE heard a number of people ask this question lately. A friend of mine says that her sister who rents her home through a registered social landlord gets her repairs done for free; but my friend can’t afford to keep up with all the jobs that need doing on her home. Another friend says that she and her husband have paid off their mortgage, but now they don’t feel any better off than the couple, two streets away, who rented their home. Owning our own home was the dream, but in some cases that dream has turned into a nightmare as older people’s savings dwindle and pension value reduces, whilst the cost of household maintenance

keeps going up. There must be some EHQHÀW LQ RZQLQJ \RXU own home surely? I posed this question to Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton’s partners, Bower Retirement Services. They told me that there are advantages to home ownership. Firstly, if you own it outright then you can’t be asked to leave or move elsewhere, you DOVR KDYH WKH à H[LELOLW\ WR change the building to suit your needs.. One major advantage, if you have paid off the mortgage, is that the repayments stop. With rented accommodation the rent always needs to be paid. 7KH ÀQDO DGYDQWDJH which could really help the thousands of older people

struggling to manage bills and keep their home well maintained is the ability to borrow against the value of the owned property. This can be a bank or building society loan or it could be releasing some of the value of the home through equity release. Equity release has the distinct advantage that none of the money you receive needs paying back while you are still alive and it can be used for whatever purpose you want.

It’s your money and your choice. Over 20,000 people a year are using equity UHOHDVH DQG WKLV ÀJXUH LV growing by nearly 20 per cent each year. Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton advise anyone considering equity release to use an Equity Release Council approved company as this provides the safeguards you need: the guaranteed right to live in your home until death and a no negative equity guarantee.

If equity release sounds like it might be an option for you, please ring Diane from Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton on 0151 330 5630.

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Land of the Lovely People Read my next Strange Tale – The Nincompoops – in the August Link.

STRANGE TALES – By Anton Valdemart “COME and see for yourself,â€? said Harvey, brushing crumbs from the tablecloth with his napkin. He and Gregory KDG Ă€QLVKHG OXQFK at Harvey’s house overlooking Sefton Park. There was a pause as the two friends looked through the large windows. “They have their own philosophy,â€? Harvey resumed. “It all started with Alan’s interest in the French Revolution. “He said if it wasn’t for tyrants like Robespierre the Revolution would have resulted in a perfect society. There would be no masters or servants and wealth distributed to all.â€? A week later the two were motoring down Allerton Road – Harvey ZDV RQH RI WKH Ă€UVW people in the district to own a car. They chugged along before turning into a narrow track winding its

way through a wooded, swampy area called Forty Pits. A lake loomed into view. “This is where we leave the car,� said Harvey. They climbed a stile and went along a footpath to a wooden bridge leading to an island. “We leave our identities at the gate,� said the fat man who greeted them, his jowls wobbling. “This is the Land of the Lovely People and I am Alan Lovely Person.� He was wearing elegant 18th century clothing including a dark red jacket, knee britches and white stockings. Alan led them along the path to a large house with white gables and a wide lawn bathed in sunshine. Languid people sat or stood around, talking good-naturedly. The sound of a minuet drifted across from a trio on the veranda. Howard Lovely Person

was introduced to the visitors. They sipped wine as Howard talked enthusiastically about the community and its beliefs: “We embrace the Revolution’s ideals and have learnt what went wrong.� He swept his arm expansively across the

scene around them: “This is what things would have been like if the leaders had not made mistakes.� Gregory was invited to explore for himself, speak to others and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. The men and women had faces wreathed in

smiles. Everyone was relaxed and there was no FRQĂ LFW RU VWUHVV “I’m thinking of MRLQLQJ WKHP Âľ FRQĂ€GHG Harvey after his third glass of wine. His eyes glazed and his eyelids drooped as he listened to the soothing music. Gregory left the garden to look around the house. He was impressed by the furniture and artworks, each chosen with exquisite taste and sense of order. He heard the sound RI UDLVHG EXW PXIĂ HG voices coming from a back room – the door was slightly ajar. Alan Lovely Person was trying to strangle Howard Lovely Person while a dark, sardonic man was attempting to keep them apart. “I’ve told you before ‌ do not wear green cravats!â€? growled Alan, his face red with fury. Gregory decided he’d seen enough. He headed hurriedly for the bridge and outside world when he heard the sound of rolling drums. There was brief silence then a swishing sound followed by a sickening thud.

Bring out your inner artist THE Seasons Art Classes, currently taking place at Liverpool Cricket Club, are now halfway through their fantastic 14-week curriculum. So far we have had fun covering pencil drawing, oil pastels and watercolour painting and we are shortly moving on to acrylic paints. Many of our students who were absolute beginners, have begun to produce some stunning pieces of art thanks to the comprehensive inputs from our tutor, Katie

Musgrove. Our students will be showing off their new found skills at an exhibition at the Cricket Club on August 2. Students come on our courses for a variety of reasons: whether to improve at their hobby, enjoy other people’s company, experience the tranquility art can bring, improve ÀQH PRWRU VNLOOV RU VLPSO\ learn to draw something recognisable! Whatever their reason for coming, the feedback

from our students has been fantastic, so we are now taking bookings for our Autumn course, which starts mid-September. Also owing to popular request, we are looking to ODXQFK RXU ÀUVW HYHQLQJ classes. Places on our classes are extremely limited to ensure every student gets the appropriate level of support they require. If you think this could be for you, please ring 0151 722 0501 to reserve your place.

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Gymophobics celebrates its second birthday ...

LCA Liverpool Community Advice open for business MAY saw the launch of the new Help and Advice Centre for Liverpool when LCA Liverpool Community Advice formally opened its doors in the city centre at Union Court, Cook Street. The Lord Mayor performed WKH RIĂ€FLDO RSHQLQJ FHUHPRQ\ DWWHQGHG E\ D ODUJH DXGLHQFH RI LQYLWHG JXHVWV DQG VWDII $IWHU \HDUV RI VWHUOLQJ service the CAB Citizens Advice Bureau withdrew membership from Liverpool Central CAB PHDQLQJ WKDW WKH FLW\ FHQWUH ORVW this vital service. This disconnection with the SHRSOH LW LV GHVLJQHG WR VHUYH could not be allowed to succeed so to counter this the Trustees and staff decided to maintain the VHUYLFH DV D SULYDWH RUJDQLVDWLRQ free from the constraints of the CAB. 7KLV JLYHV /LYHUSRRO DQ

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SITUATED at 1 Green Lane, on the corner of Allerton Road, Gymophobics is a friendly ODGLHV RQO\ Ă€WQHVV FHQWUH ² QRWKLQJ OLNH D FRQYHQWLRQDO J\P In just two years the nationwide network of Gymophobics centres have helped more than 200,000 ZRPHQ RI DOO DJHV VL]HV DQG Ă€WQHVV OHYHOV WR JDLQ DPD]LQJ Ă€JXUH improvement. Many ladies lose a GUHVV VL]H LQ WKHLU Ă€UVW IHZ ZHHNV DQG JR RQ WR DFKLHYH D WRQHG Ă€UP ERG\ VRPHWKLQJ WKH\ FRXOG QHYHU GR E\ GLHWLQJ DORQH At the Green Lane centre, the team of instructors has worked hard from the moment the door opened for exercise in July 2014 to offer a ZHOFRPLQJ DQG VXSSRUWLYH environment to ladies. ,Q UHFRJQLWLRQ RI WKHLU efforts, the Centre was awarded ‘Best Newcomer 2014’ and nominated for ‘Gym of the Year (north) in 2015 at the annual Gymophobics awards event. Claire Sherman is the owner of the centre and she knows only too well what it feels like to be

RYHUZHLJKW 6KH VDLG ´, VWUXJJOHG IRU \HDUV ZLWK \R\R GLHWLQJ DQG IHHOLQJ GHSUHVVHG DERXW P\ ZHLJKW ,Q I decided to try out the new Gymophobics centre in 0DJKXOO ´, IRXQG WKH PLQXWH FLUFXLW UHDOO\ HDV\ WR Ă€W LQWR a very busy work schedule DQG UHJXODU H[HUFLVH KHOSHG PH WR JHW P\ KHDG LQWR WKH ULJKW SODFH WR FRQWURO P\ HDWLQJ “In just under a year I lost nearly two stones and 20 inches. The most HQFRXUDJLQJ WKLQJ IRU PH is that three years down the road I have maintained that ZHLJKW DQG LQFK ORVV E\ PDNLQJ UHJXODU XVH RI WKH circuit here at our Green Lane centre.â€? Claire was so impressed with Gymophobics’ holistic approach to diet and exercise that she decided to open her own Centre in south Liverpool. “Gymophobics makes exercise easy and fun,’’ she added. “Our circuit is made up of air-resistance machines that help not only to tone and shape the Ă€JXUH EXW DOVR LPSURYH Ă H[LELOLW\ PRELOLW\ DQG JHQHUDO Ă€WQHVV OHYHOV ¡¡ Claire and her team of

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Could you be Snoopy’s Charlie Brown? Dog Name: Snoopy Breed: Crossbreed Dog Age: 2 SNOOPY LV D YHU\ VZHHW GRJ but sadly he has had a really unsettled start to life so has lots to learn. He came to the centre as a stray and although his tough time hasn’t stopped him being ORYLQJ IULHQGO\ DQG WUXVWLQJ ZLWK WZR DQG IRXU OHJJHG IULHQGV KH GRHVQ·W HYHQ NQRZ ZKDW WR GR ZKHQ DQRWKHU GRJ ZDQWV WR SOD\ ZLWK KLP 6R KH QHHGV VRPHRQH WR KHOS KLP OHDUQ WKH MR\V RI doggie life! When it comes to people, he loves being made a fuss of and particularly likes his

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Cat of the month – Hattie HATTIE is a senior lady who was found living rough in a garden in Wavertree. We managed to trace her owner but sadly they were no longer able to keep her. Hattie is 14 years old and is an extremely friendly and loving cat. She likes nothing more than being made a fuss of

while she gazes up at you with adoring eyes. Her only ‘vice’ is that she really doesn’t like other cats very much, so we think that she should be an only cat. As an older cat she would need to be a house cat as she is far too trusting. She would be perfect in your

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Group to perform Shakespeare play “THE Merchant of Venice”, by William Shakespeare. Performed by The Liverpool Network Theatre Group. Sunday, July 24 at 1pm in the Hillsborough

Rose Garden, Sudley House, Mossley Hill Road, L18 8BX. Tickets £7. Concessons £5. Available at the Garden gate. Bring your own seat or groundsheet.

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Japan Society North West – Japan Day JAPAN Day is Japan Society North West’s FREE all-day festival celebrating the many fascinating aspects of Japanese culture and has been held every two years since 2006, alternately between Manchester and Liverpool. This year it is the turn of the impressive Liverpool Guild of Students to host this popular festival, which attracted nearly 2,000 people last time it was held in Liverpool. The festival is a great introduction to the delights of Japanese culture. There will be displays and demonstrations of Japanese crafts and activities including Ikebana, Ningyo (Japanese dolls), Embroidery, Koto and Shamisen playing, Taiko drumming, the lovely “Awa Odori” dance and Shodo (the art of Japanese calligraphy).

We are also very pleased to be hosting the excellent folk troupe SOAS Min’yo and are hoping to host a hilarious set from Liverpoolborn comedian Diane Kichijitsu, who now lives and plies her comedy trade in Japan. There will also be martial arts displays and you will have the chance to dress up in kimono. There will be a large number of stalls featuring the amazing variety of Japaneseculture societies in North West England, including the Japanese Railway Society, Northern To-ken Society, JETAA, manga artists and many others. You will be able to buy Japanese goods and delicious Japanese food and there will be UDIÁH SUL]HV JDORUH /RRN IRUZDUG WR VHHLQJ you there! Saturday, August 20 – 10.30am to 5.30pm. Venue: Liverpool Guild of Students, 160 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5TR. www.japanday.org.uk; www.jsnw.org.uk

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Back for the ninth year, Brazilica has become one of the agship events of the year in Liverpool’s festival calendar and will take over the city with a colourful celebration of Brazilian music, dance, culture, food and sport from 15-17 July 2016. Keep up to date with all Brazilica Festival activity at: www.brazilicafestival.co.uk www.facebook.com/brazilicafestival Twitter @BrazilicaFest

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Tips to get you motivated towards training sessions FOUR quick tips to help get you motivated (hopefully) towards your training sessions. Have you joined one of my programmes lately and not been turning up? Maybe you’ve hired another trainer or joined a gym or PD\EH \RX MXVW FDQ·W ÀQG WKH motivation to get started? It does frustrate me when someone signs up and then after two or three weeks they just stop turning up. I do keep in touch with my clients but, at the end of the day, I can’t force people to turn up. If you have signed up to one of my programmes, although I’ve been paid I really do want you to turn up for them because I know that if you turn up on a regular basis and follow the advice I give you, then you will get fantastic results and, as a result, I’ll feel good too. So it’s a win-win situation.

So here’s four quick tips that I hope will help you get back on track over the next few days: 1. Be accountable Get in touch with me, the gym, your trainer etc, and let us know what you are going to do over the next few days. Are you going to turn up for your training session tonight, tomorrow or next week, etc. 2. Remind yourself why you joined the programme in the first place :DV LW WR JHW ÀWWHU RU VOLPPHU for the summer, etc? 3. ‘It’s just one flipping hour’ I know it’s been hot over the past few days but tell yourself, “It’s just one ÁLSSLQJ KRXUµ , DOZD\V try and keep my training sessions to around one hour. That’s all it takes. Get started, get it nailed, and that’s it. 4. How much money

have you spent? Signing up to programmes, personal trainers, supplements, gym gear etc can all add up to a lot of money. Don’t waste it. Make it count. Bonus Have you bought new gym gear recently? Or maybe you’ve bought a new GI for your Jiu Jitsu class etc? 'R WKHVH LWHPV VWLOO ÀW \RX" Maybe try them on. They might remind you that you’ve put on some weight recently and that you need to get back into your routine. Hope it helps! Paul Free week of training and boxercise classes If you are interested in attending my training program or Personal Training, then please contact me. Time and availability is now limited. Paul 07887 868872

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YOUR MONTHLY STARS WITH

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ARIES Mar 21st - Apr 20th

Home life is your primary focus early July. If relocating, do so near the 4th when the New Moon energises your domestic sphere. Alternatively, you might add a new member to your household. Don't get drawn into power struggles as maintaining a tactful silence will keep relationships intact. You could be put in an embarrassing position at work later in the month. Stay cool; displaying grace under fire will improve your career prospects. The Full Moon (19th) could be a great time to get engaged or married. If you're single, you may meet someone special or enter into a business alliance. A passionate relationship will allow you to handle career challenges with relative ease. Work issues that once bothered you will seem insignificant.

TAURUS Apr 21st - May 21st

Acquiring valuable skills should be your primary focus early July. Use the power of the New Moon (4th) to embark on a study course. The more you know, the easier it will be to land your dream job. Don't let an imposing teacher undermine your confidence. Your family will be especially supportive mid-July. If you feel anxious, turn to them for encouragement. The Full Moon (19th) will see you do well on an important test, marking an educational turning point. Go out and celebrate! A creative breakthrough could occur at the end of July. Pay careful attention to your dreams as they can provide an insight into how to progress a creative project. Play your cards right and you’ll be able to sell the fruits of your labour.

GEMINI May 22nd - Jun 21st

Financial opportunities will abound early July. This is the best time of the year to increase your income. The New Moon (4th) will help you land a lucrative job that provides lots of emotional satisfaction. Being paid to exercise your imagination will answer your prayers. Avoid a war of words with an imposing colleague. Your ideas are as good as theirs so find ways of working together. Your employer may send you for additional training. Embrace this opportunity and increase your value on the job market. The Full Moon (19th) could result in a windfall. Use this to improve your daily life, like buying an appliance, bicycle or computer.

CANCER Jun 22nd - Jul 23rd

Your charisma is second to none early July. If you're in a relationship, your partner could be quite jealous of all the attention you receive. The New Moon (4th) is ideal for pampering yourself. If you're single, you could meet someone special during the first half of the month. Sparks will fly with someone exuding an air of mystery. Resist the temptation to play second fiddle to your amour. Be assertive early on and set the tone for a healthy relationship. Avoid a power struggle with officialdom and do your best to adjust to your boss's offbeat leadership style. The Full Moon (19th) is ideal for signing a contract, getting engaged or exchanging marriage vows. Work will become less stressful.

LEO Jul 24th - Aug 23rd

Early July will be a quiet time. Take this opportunity to rest and recuperate. The New Moon (4th) is perfect for getting a massage or communing with nature. Enjoy whatever replenishes your spirit. Power struggles among colleagues could make work stressful in the first half of July. Ride this out as you'll be much better placed to find another job during the second half of July, when your personality will be powerfully potent. The Full Moon (19th) could mark a job offer; accept this as there will be great potential at this company. A personally and professionally beneficial business trip could be on the cards late July.

VIRGO Aug 24th - Sep 23rd

You'll be extremely popular early July, so take advantage! If you're looking for love, you could find it with a member of your social circle. Be sure to attend a social gathering or professional conference on the 4th, when the New Moon allows you to form an alliance with a cultural, spiritual or artistic leader. Your creativity will flow throughout the first half of July, making it a perfect time to launch a design project. Don’t pay too much attention to a disapproving teacher. Continue to develop your ideas, your methods are unique and will find a niche. It will become easier to manage money mid-July so draw up a budget. The Full Moon (19th) marks an exciting turning point in a romance. An engagement or marriage could be on the cards!

LIBRA Sep 24th - Oct 23rd

Career opportunities abound early July. The New Moon (4th) is ideal for accepting a job that draws on your leadership ability. Avoid power struggles; listen more than speak when assessing the team's strengths and weaknesses. Extra money will be available for luxuries so treat yourself; you're overdue a spree! The Full Moon (19th) marks a turning point in your home life, so a great time to buy or sell a property. You'll emerge much stronger financially. Your social life will heat up as July turns to August. Attend as many get-togethers as possible, you’ll make lots of new friends.

SCORPIO Oct 24th - Nov 22nd

Make expanding your horizons your first priority early July. An adult education course, a spiritual journey or an overseas trip are possibilities. The New Moon (4th) is perfect for venturing into unfamiliar territory. If single, you could meet someone special at a museum or theatre. A critical colleague will create stress; avoid telling this pest what you think and protect your professional reputation. Entering a contest is advised during the second half of July; you can easily outperform the competition. The Full Moon (19th) is ideal for signing a contract or negotiating finances. Don’t react badly to an authority figure's instructions late July, maintaining grace under fire will pave the way for later success.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23rd - Dec 21st

Early July will be passionate! An intense relationship will prompt you to devote energy to an attentive partner. The New Moon (4th) will be ideal for meeting someone special. If you're already in a relationship, focus on fulfilling each other's desires. You'll have an opportunity to expand your horizons mid-month. Taking an advanced course, travelling abroad and publishing are possibilities. Your finances will improve on the 19th, when the Full Moon attracts a lucrative job or salary. If you want admission to an exclusive organisation, apply in the second half of July, when prospects are strong. A job search will be fruitful later in July - also a good time to run for public office.

CAPRICORN Dec 22nd - Jan 20th

An intimate partnership will be a profound source of satisfaction early July. Getting engaged or married is a strong possibility when the New Moon rises (4th). Your amour could give you a beautiful token of their esteem. Be receptive to their tender loving care. It may be difficult to strike a balance between your personal and professional lives during the first half of July - best to spend more time with friends. Family may be a source of irritation; don't let an erratic relative's behaviour break your stride. The Full Moon (19th) is perfect for pampering yourself. Sign up for advanced studies late July and become an expert in your chosen field.

AQUARIUS Jan 21st - Feb 19th

Early July is ideal for starting a fitness regime. Regular exercise, sleeping well and a nutritious diet give you an irresistible glow. The New Moon (4th) could bring a rewarding job offer. Beware of betraying confidences during the first half of July and establish yourself as trustworthy. A love affair will show exciting signs of renewed passion mid-month. If single, you could meet someone special at a movie or concert. Look out for someone who has their eye on you. Already in a relationship? Your amour could give you a beautiful token of their esteem. The Full Moon (19th) will prompt you to spend more time on solitary pursuits. Reading, writing and resting will allow you to recharge your batteries.

PISCES Feb 20th - Mar 20th

Your creative juices flow early July. The New Moon (4th) is a great time to launch a writing, design or music project, which will uplift and inspire you. If you're looking for love, you’ll find it with someone who shares your artistic tastes. Don't let a prospective partner dictate terms, being assertive early on will create a healthy dynamic. An exhilarating work assignment will arrive. Take this opportunity to make a name for yourself. This may not pay very much, but it can serve as a launching pad to better opportunities. The Full Moon (19th) will prompt you to spend more time on social pursuits, with friends giving you the courage to take risks. It's time to pursue your dream job!

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Tips for getting bikini ready HEY guys and welcome to my July column in The Link. I was hoping to be telling you all about my holiday fashion but the weather was absolutely awful and rained every single day so I didn’t get to wear all my new bits so I’ll have to save it for my next holiday which isn’t too long off. Instead I will be telling you all how to get bikini-ready with this little baby!!! If, like me, you are sick of the sight of excess body hair and would love nothing but silky, smooth, fuzz-free skin then it’s time you invest into one of these laser hair removals! Laser hair removal is becoming increasingly popular and over the years it’s something I had heard of but I was always a bit sceptical and hadn’t actually thought about getting it done

myself. A few weeks ago I was modelling for Very and one of the designers started to talk about doing it yourself at home. To me that sounded perfect because if it was painful you could stop and start yourself. So I took to the website and read numerous amounts of reviews and after long consideration I thought I would give it a go. The price tag was a bit steep (£450) but

when I weighed it all up I thought it’s GHÀ QLWHO\ D PXVW IRU VRPHRQH LQ P\ profession who has to be bikini-ready every day! So I ordered the Philips Lumea IPL Hair Removal System. When it arrived I thought there’s no way this can work – it looks like an old fashioned hairdryer! I read the instructions front to back and began to use it, selecting the correct settings for my skin type and then away I went. There was no pain whatsoever. I used mine on my legs, bikini, underarm and muzzy. I would say I was more aware of it on the bikini area but by no means was it painful. $IWHU WKH À UVW JR , WKRXJKW WKLV FDQ·W EH working so I then only did one side of my body at so I could fully compare. A week later I had another go and a few days later I was in the bath and noticed there were baldy patches in all the areas I had done. The patches are down to your hair cycle and regrowth which is why you need to do it once or twice a week for 6 weeks continuously. The instructions explain this in more detail but if you carry out this method you ZLOO GHÀ QLWHO\ VHH D KXJH GLIIHUHQFH DQG like me be thrilled with the results. At the weekend I was one of the judges at The Face of Liverpool for LMI at The Hilton Hotel and what a fab day it was. Talia Simons was crowned ‘New Face of Liverpool’ and over £3,000 was raised for the James Bulger Charity. I wore this Pale Pink Culotte Jumpsuit for £48.00 from Asos and teamed it with a necklace and clutch from Mark Melia in Liverpool and a pair of shoes from Missguided. It was quite a classy look and would be absolutely perfect for anybody looking for D ZHGGLQJ RU FKULVWHQLQJ RXWÀ W ZLWKRXW breaking the bank.

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New home for Pride festival THE city’s own Liverpool Pride Festival will take place next month with a two-day event on the weekend of July 30 and 31. The free event will take place in a new, more prominent position in the St George’s Quarter and features the well-established Liverpool Pride March on the Saturday. The festival coincides with the anniversary of murdered gay teenager Michael Causer, who tragically lost his life on August 2, 2008. The Liverpool Pride IHVWLYDO ZDV VSHFLÀFDOO\ created in his memory as

a way to celebrate his life and to empower the LGBT communities. Liverpool Pride Festival is now a key highlight in the city’s Summer events programme, attracting more than 25,000 people each year. The organisers are encouraging all to take part and support the annual LGBT festival that celebrates LGBT+ peoples’ lives but also acknowledges there is still more to do to achieve equality for LGBT+ communities. A new initiative for 2016, Come Out Of The Shadows,

Keep up to date with Liverpool Pride’s announcements at: Website www.liverpoolpride.co.uk Facebook LiverpoolPride Twitter @LiverpoolPride

is a campaign to see the city’s iconic venues lit in the Pride rainbow colours in a bid to make Liverpool the most visibly LGBT friendly city in the UK. Supported by the Police Commissioner’s Fund as a Hate Crime initiative, the campaign challenges prejudice and in particular homophobia and transphobia. The events in Orlando reinforce the need for positive action, awarenessraising and uniting communities to help overcome ignorance and support freedom for all people.

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Inheritance Tax: The Devil is in The Detail – Maintain a Paper Trail and give your INCOME away! Few people are unaware of the Tax consequences of death. The current threshold for Inheritance Tax kicks in at a ‘mere’ £325,000 (potentially double this amount for a married couple on second death). For some, this will always be ‘pie in the sky’ - their total estate (including bank accounts, investments, life policies, pension funds and land) will never reached these limits for Tax to ever be an issue. For many however, properties purchased in the 70’s and early 80’s are now rich with gain and combined with inheritances received from elderly parents (themselves the benefactors of rising property prices) and capital released from pension relaxation rules, tax is a real problem and consequence of death. Whenever I meet a client for the first time, three fundamental questions are raised: 1. Do you have a Will? (or by way of a subdivision question – do you have an up to date Will? – not the quickly thrown together ‘holding’ will made 20 years ago before an impromptu holiday!) Sadly, we all inevitably die and if you have not specified who gets what and when, Parliament has kindly decided the question for you through the Intestacy Rules. Whilst not the subject of this article, you will be surprised and SHOCKED at just who in your family does and does not inherit if Parliament is left to decide! 2. Do you have a Power of Attorney? We can never cheat death, but it’s certainly the roll of the dice as to whether we will keep ‘our marbles’ to the very end. Fail to provide for this rainy day situation and it is estimated that the financial cost to your family to manage your financial affairs (when you cannot do so yourself) will be up to £5,000 with the Court of Protection (just to obtain the initial legal authority to act for a loved one) and thereafter annual ‘running costs’ of the Deputyship of approximately £2-3K for the remainder of your life. 3. Finally, what Tax planning have you contemplated to reduce, mitigate or avoid a Tax that those with ‘the knowledge’ consider

to be a ‘Voluntary’ Tax, paid only because legal opportunities were not taken during your lifetime to secure available exemptions and reliefs?

provided by the Inheritance Act legislation. The technical niceties of this exemption permit gifts out of Income to be exempt if it can be shown that:

And it is this third question that I am concerned with today. By way of bonus to you as the reader for persevering in reading this article that deals with the dry subject of Tax, you can potentially save your family £400 in every £1,000 of your wealth – not a bad return.

1. It was made as part of normal expenditure

Most people are familiar with the concept of gifting their wealth away during their lifetime in order to legally avoid (NOT evade) Inheritance Tax. The concept is known as a PET – Potentially Exempt Transfer. The principle is simple – gift away assets to a beneficiary (retaining no interest or benefit thereafter) and survive the gift by 7 years and it fails to ever form part of your estate for tax purposes. When considering PET’s an individual will be looking to make gifts after utilising their annual exemption of £3,000 and the Small Gift exemption of £250 (used for example for grandchildren’s birthdays). Assuming that you can financially afford to make the gift (satisfied that your financial position in the future will not deteriorate to the point that you find yourself penniless – a problem caused by an unforeseen financial catastrophe that arises or a failure on your part to fully appreciate how physically well you actually are (and that you continue living way beyond your own anticipated date to leave this world – we all know people who have been telling us for decades that their time is up!)) you still have to live for the 7 years. Get the timing wrong and the gift is ‘written back’ into your estate and no tax saving is achieved (subject to some tapering relief in the case of gifts over the IHT threshold after 3 years – technical stuff that catches many lawyers out who apply the relief incorrectly) Accordingly, rather than just concentrating on ‘Capital’ exemptions through the use of a PET, you should be giving serious thought to the use of ‘Income’ exemptions through the often overlooked use of the Section 21 exemption

2. That taking one year with another, it was made out of income and 3. That taking account of all other transfers of value that form part of your normal expenditure, you are still left with sufficient income to maintain your usual standard of living This surplus income could be utilised for example to finance ISA’s for your children enabling you to make monthly financial contributions into their own Investment Product or to assist them with housing costs or school education for grandchildren. The payments would not prejudice your available annual exemptions that can still be made. More importantly, the series of gifts can take place over your remaining years of life and do not need to be survived by the 7 year rule. The important point is that you can afford the gifts genuinely from income (and this may include capital drawdowns from a pension that are treated effectively as available income) and do not leave you financially exposed. For this reason, you need to maintain records for the benefit of your Executors. You are also strongly recommended to prepare a detailed statement of intention demonstrating your informed decision to make such gifts out of income. You will not be surprised that the Revenue is quick to challenge the use of this often overlooked exemption. A challenge however is far less likely to be maintained and succeed if contemporaneous paperwork is available to demonstrate the financial efficacy of the arrangement. Hence our strong advice to put the evidential paper trail in place to enable executors (post death) to establish the credentials of the arrangement. A detailed analysis of your income and expenditure and hence your available surplus income can

then demonstrate to HMRC that the gifts are genuinely available from Income and will not have adversely affected your standard of living. You are then able to financially assist your loved ones, obtaining immediate IHT relief without any worries that such gifts within 7 years of death would be clawed back for taxation purposes. Even for modest surplus income cases, the tax relief and saving means that for every £1,000 you are able to gift out of income each year to your beneficiaries, £400 in tax will have been saved. Alternatively, do nothing and make a ‘Voluntary’ payment on death at the expense of your children! The choice is a simple one, give £400 to your loved ones or £400 to HMRC – remember however, it is a ‘choice’ that you make!

Ian Sturgess Head of Private Client 0151 733 3353 isturgess@gadllp.co.uk

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WOW. A fabulous property in a sought after area. Ideal transport links and excellent schools nearby, stylish, spacious, bright and homely. Comprising : lounge, dining room, contemporary fitted kitchen, conservatory, three bedrooms, bathroom, great parking and a sun trap terraced garden. EPC GRADE = TBA

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£100,000

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Beautifully spacious semi-detached home in the much sought after leafy suburb of Mossley Hill. Close to local amenities, excellent schools, train and bus routes. Comprising: two reception rooms, spacious kitchen, beautiful dining area with garden views, three spacious bedrooms, bathroom, WC, sunny rear garden, garage and parking. NOT TO BE MISSED. EPC GRADE = TBA

Stunning stylish family home on a great corner plot situated in a sought after area of Liverpool, close to excellent schools, road links and local amenities. Fully refurbished and finished to an incredibly high standard. Comprising: hall, lounge, fabulous contemporary fitted kitchen, spacious dining area, three bedrooms, family bathroom and plenty of garden. DO NOT MISS OUT. EPC GRADE = C

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A fabulous spacious family home situated in the sought after area of Belle Vale close to local amenities and public transport and in need of a little tender loving care. Comprising: hall, through lounge and dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, family bathroom, front and rear gardens with park views. This property is a MUST VIEW. EPC GRADE = D

MUST SEE - Stunning sunny corner apartment with views from every window, stylish, modern and finished to an extremely high standard. Situated in the leafy suburb of Woolton walking distance to the village. This over 55`s apartment is style itself comprising: hallway, lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms and bathroom, communal gardens and parking. EPC = C

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Fabulous over 55ʼs home at a great price in the leafy suburb of Woolton, close to road links and local amenities. The property is very light and airy with views of the gardens from all rooms, comprising : hallway and staircase, spacious lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, family bathroom, two good sized double bedrooms, off road parking and communal gardens. Viewing is a must, EPC GRADE = TBA.

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£49,000

Fabulous spacious terraced property with garden for a great price. Close to great amenities and road links though in need of a little tender loving care this would be a great Investment. EPC GRADE = TBA

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L SO Brookdale Three Bedrooms EPC GRADE = G

Stunning detached home situated in a cul de sac easy distance to Woolton Village, close to local amenities and excellent schools. Comprising: hall, lounge, inner hall, WC, dining room, spacious conservatory, kitchen, three double bedrooms master with en-suite, family bathroom, parking, garage and private rear garden. EPC GRADE = C

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X1 The Terrace New Build Apartment Fabulous Services Ideal Location

A characterful spacious traditional end terraced property has a lot to scream about, full of character and style and a fabulous size, ideal family home or investment property. Comprising : three reception rooms, kitchen, utility room, three bedrooms, bathroom and courtyard garden. DO NOT MISS. EPC GRADE = E

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Hadfield Road Three Bedroom Home Garage and Parking EPC GRADE = E

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ACORN STAIRLIFT for private sale. Suit straight staircase, only £785 including delivery and fitting by a trained Acorn installer, and a 3 month full warranty. Contact 0800 073 9793 quote ref 99942 09 Vauxhall Corsa 998cc Tax & MOT 63,500 miles power steering, radio cassette cheap insurance excellent M.P.G. £2,100 O.N.O. 0151 260 6524 M: 07940 099 685 Double love chair gold, new too big for room was £450 sell £250 0151 228 1498 Wheel Chair light weight £28 0151 228 2100 Porta Pottie (portable toilet) very clean £35 no offers 0151 480 2674 Shower Door brand new with fittings to fit tray size 1200mm x 760mm height 1850mm £80 o.n.o 0775 651 8028 Pair men’s golf shoes size 8 £10.Three pair boxed men’s shoes size 11 £40 o.n.o. Ladies small 14 river island black leather bomber jacket and clutch bag £40 .o.n.o. Lady Million perfume set boxed £40 o.n.o. 0775 651 8028 Leather settee dark brown with double recliner 6 months old cost £450 sell £190 excellent condition. Box of ladies & children’s dress patterns £1 each, also curtains lined 90 x 72 luxury material £10 the pair 0151 521 4113 M: 0771 272 5845

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Bunk Bed Brushed Chrome ladder incorporated in the frame eves, must collect £20 0151 538 0925 Fridge Freezer half and half very clean and good condition £50 no offers 0791 482 2031 Large quantity of soft toys teddy bears etc. approx. 250 suit car boot £20 0791 482 2031 Ladies mountain bike good condition £40 0151 475 0670 Cricket bat,Tennis racquet boys size £5 0151 228 1102 Single bed mattress never used £60. Brass coal and companion fender scuttle £70. Computer table £20. 0151 280 6681 Solid wood 4 poster bed £200 0151 226 2979 Mirror, small 2 tier occasion table, round back chair (dark wood) small bedside chest of drawers £5 each. Iron double bed £60 0790 210 1515 Ankle length dress black and pink with matching stole £10 0151 270 2444 Cooks professional food mixer stainless steel bowl with beaters and bread hook, used once £20 0151 270 1481

Large quality juicer used once £40 0151 256 7560 Silver crest 5.1 speaker system never used boxed £50 0151 428 2503 Nutri blender cost £60 used once as new £30 0151 228 2421 FREE 300 block paving bricks (must be able to collect) 0151 548 5086 Computer printer scanner £70, Assorted ladies clothes £20 0151 733 5196 Bosch Router 30 new cutters 12 new box set .25 used cutters router table good condition 0151 228 2421

Weight training machine with bar and assorted weights, hardly used £25. Warrior boxing gloves Sound cine projector and punch bag hardly super 8mm £30 0151 used (may split) £30 722 4929 0151 256 8161

Dolls house pink and yellow 30 pieces inside lovely condition £20. 0789 505 2315 Computer stand printer £80 o.n.o. Men’s clothes v.g.c. £50 0151 733 5196 Sheerling jacket cost £600 size 10 accept £100 0151 738 1134 Barbecue Maldon gold edition unused still in box £20 or o.n.o. 0752 728 5263 T.V. Samsung 21” integrated C D player good condition as new £20 0752 728 5263 B & Q plastic garden shed 6 x 4 less than 12 months old buyer takes apart was £250 sell £150 0777 918 9787 Four piece drum kit complete £95. 0151 722 4686

Bag of ladies clothes, size 12 £15. 0151 280 1462 Jacques Vert maroon lace dress and matching jacket size 20. As new £80 o.n.o. 0151 722 6859 Meredew mahogany extending dining table and 4 cushioned chairs closed 57” x 37” to 74” x 37” £100 0774 837 3815 Pale Green double headboard brand new £12. 0151 722 4929 Three babies folding strollers one is a travel system £30 o.n.o. for all three or will separate 0780 8140 111 Round dining table 48” dia wood glass centre made by Multi York cost £400 sell £75 0151 792 5982

Flymo Roller lawn mower good condition £30 0151 220 0051 Kitchen table with four chairs £60 0151 280 1462 Three section aluminium extension ladder 30ft with standoff £80 buyer collects 0151 498 4721 Meccano set 5 motorised boxed with manual £30. One fixed commode never used £10. 0151 498 4721

Wardrobe pine medium size £30 buyer collects (Anfield) good condition ladies bike with basket £40. 0772 933 1108 Roger black tread mill £50 o.n.o. Freeview box and recorder with £70. o.n.o. 0151 384 9283 Mitre chop saw 3 new blades cost £190 sell £80. Electric tile cutter and hand cutter both £30. 0151 260 6524 M: 0794 009 9685

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General Knowledge 1. Leyton Orient 2. Spurs 3. 1997 4. 1855 5. PR 6. John Steinbeck 7. The Pilgrim’s Progress 8. Dallas 9. Clint Eastwood 10. Alan Rickman

Down: 1. Edinburgh 2. Dane 3. DVDs 4. IE 5. Larne 6. Ago 7. Raunchy 8. Gin 9. Endearment 13. Aorta 15. Tarnish 18. AE 19. Air 20. Crane 22. EE 25. Fab 26. SOS 28. NA Across: 1. Eddie Large 10. Dave 11. Again 12. Ind 13. Around 14. Neston 16. Are 17. CAA 19. Art 20. Cher 21. Reina 23. Ry 24. Geri 25. FA 26. SE 27. Shannon 29. Ash 30. Beast

Last Month’s Sudoku

Down 1. Capital city of Scotland (9) 2. Native of Denmark (4) 3. Discs on which information can be stored (1,1,1,1) 4. That is (1,1) 5. Northern Ireland seaport (with ferry service to/from Stranraer) (5) 6. In the past (e.g long time ---) (3) 7. Sexy, provocative (7) 8. --- and tonic: popular drink (3) 9. “Terms of ----------“: 1983 film starring Jack Nicholson & Shirley MacLaine (10) 13. Large artery forming part of the heart (5) 15. Blemish, stain (7) 18. Aeronautical Engineering (1,1) 19. What we breathe! (3) 20. Large bird noted for long legs & long neck (5) 22. Country code for Estonia (1,1) 25. The Beatles are often referred to as “The --- Four� (3) 26. Distress signal (1,1,1) 28. Not applicable (1,1)

Pop Quiz 1. John Wayne 2. Bob Dylan 3. Madonna 4. Pearl Jam 5. Massive Attack 6. Crowded House 7. All Shook Up 8. The Most Beautiful Girl in the World 9. The Sopranos 10. The Shadows

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Across 1. Comedy duo: Syd Little and ----- ----(5,5) 10. ---- Hickson: footballer who played for LFC, EFC & Tranmere (4) 11. “Alone ----- Naturally�: 1972 single by Gilbert O’Sullivan (5) 12. --- Coope: old brewery, now part of the Allied/Carlsberg group (3) 13. “------ the World in 80 Days�: novel by Jules Verne (6) 14. Wirral borough district: Ellesmere Port and ------ (6) 16. “--- You Being Served�: 70s/80s TV sitcom (3) 17. Civil Aviation Authority (1,1,1) 19. --- Garfunkel: American singer/actor (3) 20. American singer/actress (had the 1999 hit “Believe�) (4) 21. Pepe -----: ex-LFC goalkeeper (5) 23. -- Cooder: American musician famed for “Buena Vista Social Club� (2) 24. ----- Halliwell: Spice Girl! (4) 25. Football Association (1,1) 26. South East (1,1) 27. Ireland’s longest river (7) 29. Tree with silver-grey bark (3) 30. “Beauty and the -----“: 1991 Disney film (5)

Competition Winners SUDOKU Mr J Moonan L12 Mrs I Foster L16 LILLY LINK Mrs J Ashcroft L18 E Parry L14

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5. Which 90’s British band consisted of Daddy G, Mushroom and 3D? (a) Massive Attack (b) Placebo (c) Portishead? 6. The brothers Neil and Tim Finn are members of which band? (a) Crowded House (b) Green Day (c) Supertramp? 7. What was Elvis Presley’s first UK No.1 single? (a) Heartbreak Hotel (b) All Shook Up (c) Hound Dog? 8. What was Prince’s only UK No.1 single? (a) The Most Beautiful Girl in the World (b) Little Red Corvette (c) Kiss? 9. ‘Miami’ Steve Van Zandt, who plays lead guitar in Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, starred in which U.S. TV series? (a) Breaking Bad (b) Hill Street Blues (c) The Sopranos? 10. Hank Marvin was the lead guitarist with which 60’s group? (a) Gerry & the Pacemakers (b) The Shadows (c) The Tremeloes?

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JULY ALLERTON IN BLOOM SUMMER FETE Saturday, 16th July, outside Allerton Library, 1pm to 4pm. No entry fee. Traditional stalls with Plants, Bric a Brac, Home-made Cakes and Books. Activities for all ages including Tombola, Splat the Rat, Hook the Duck, Biscuit Decorating. Hot drinks, cake and orange juice will be available, Funds raised will go to help pay for the containers of flowering plants, maintained by volunteers, which boost the environment of Allerton Road and Rose Lane. GRASSENDALE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Meeting on Thursday July 14th 2016 for a demonstration by Wendy Graveston from Burnley entitled “The Apprentice”. Meetings are held in Dovedale Baptist Church Hall, Olivedale Road. L18 1DW. The doors open at 7.30pm for demonstration at 8.00pm. Visitors are welcome for a fee of £5.00 GARSTON & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY Monthly talks on topics of local interest, starting 7.30pm at Garston Park Church, Island Road, L19. Admission: £3 visitors, including tea/coffee. 5th August: ‘Viking Medicine with Plants’ Diana Goodier. 2nd September: ‘The Overhead Railway & Ferries’ Ron Martin. All welcome. The Society’s email address: gdhs@outlook.com MIDSUMMER CELEBRATION Midsummer Celebration for Ticket to Read, Thursday 21st July 7.30 to 10.30 in St Peter’s Hall, Church Road. Music, songs & poetry, tickets £8.50 to include buffet, bar available. Tickets from TTR, The Hub, or on the door. WOODLANDS HOSPICE – FASHION SHOW AND CLOTHES SALE Due to popular demand we are holding another fashion show in the local community in aid of Woodlands Hospice on Wednesday, 29th June (7pm - 10pm); Dunnys Social Club, 2 Stalmine Road, Liverpool, L9 1BZ. High Street Fashion at discount prices. All sizes and styles. Raffles and bar available. Tickets £5 in advance from Dunnys or call Christine at the Hospice (0151 529 8117) or e-mail: christine.peach@aintree.nhs.uk WEST DERBY CRAFT AND COUNTRY FAIR Saturday July 16th, 11-4pm. Opposite Sefton Pub. Stall enquiries 07460 304327 www.memorylanefairs.com FRIENDS OF NUGENT CARE VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISING GROUP SUMMER FAIR Saturday 16th July from 1.30pm to 4.30pm at St. Mary’s Millennium Centre, Meadow Lane, West Derby Village, L12 5EA. Free Entry. Stalls include: refreshments, hair accessories, costume jewellery, greetings cards, gift bags, new & nearly new baby & children’s clothes, tombola, raffle, books & many more bargains! Funds raised will support local children and adults living in poverty TRAMWAY & LIGHT RAILWAY SOCIETY Summer recess. Our next meeting at Greenbank Sports Academy will be on Monday, 19th September when Carl Phillips, Deputy MD/ Performance Director of Transdev Dublin Light Rail will talk to us about the first 12 years of the modern Dublin Tramway. Thank you for your support during the past ten months. We look forward to seeing you again in September. FRIENDS OF SUDLEY ESTATE “The Merchant of Venice”, by William Shakespeare. Performed by The Liverpool Network Theatre Group. Sunday 24th July 2016 at 1pm in the Hillsborough Rose Garden, Sudley House, Mossley Hill Road, L18 8BX. Tickets £7. Concessons £5. Available at the Garden gate. Bring your own seat or groundsheet. JAPAN DAY Saturday 20 August 2016, 10:30 am to 5:30 pm at Liverpool Guild of Students, 160 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool L3 5TR. There will also be a large number of stalls featuring the amazing variety of Japanese-culture societies in North West England, including the Japanese Railway Society, Northern To-ken Society, JETAA, manga artists and many others. Japanese goods and delicious Japanese food. For further details http://www.japanday. org.uk BRAZILICA Back for the ninth year, Brazilica has become one of the flagship events of the year in Liverpool’s festival calendar and will take over the city with a colourful celebration of Brazilian music, dance, culture, food and sport from 15-17 July 2016. Keep up to date with all Brazilica Festival activity at: www.brazilicafestival.co.uk www. facebook.com/brazilicafestival Twitter @BrazilicaFest REGULAR EVENTS ADULT DISABILITY ACTIVITY DAY Every Monday daytime from 11am

to 3pm adult disability activity day; it includes DJ with karaoke, dancing, chair based exercise, bingo, play your cards right, full size snooker table, dart board, loads of prizes and much more. Free car park. At The New Derry Social Club, Mere Lane, Liverpool, L5 0QW. Run by P.A.C and the Derry Club. ASPERGER CARERS GROUP Held on the first Monday of each month at Rathbone Hospital, Library Building, William House, Mill Lane, Liverpool L13 4AW. Next meeting: Monday April 4th; 1-4pm. For more information contact 07887 369550 or aspergerconnections@yahoo. co.uk CADWA BOWLING CLUB Would you like to play crown green bowls socially? All abilities welcome and bowls are provided if needed. We are in Rocky Lane, just round the corner from the Turnpike. For further information ring Eric on (0151) 489 9484, Jim on 07949 813591 or Alan on 07900 273712 ETON BOWLING CLUB Are you interested in Crown Green Bowling? We are the oldest bowling club in Liverpool. Come and join a friendly club where you will be made most welcome. We are located at the back of The Halfway House in Woolton Road and our season runs from the end of March until October. Contact Geoff on 07922 110624. ST BARNABAS CHURCH PENNY LANE St Barnabas Church Penny Lane: The Lodge Lane Credit Union offers its full range of services every Tuesday. Also on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays a Citizens Advice Centre is available offering a range of advice on money/financial related subjects. Both services are available between 10.30am and 12noon. TOTS & CO Allerton United Reformed Church. We are a friendly play group for carers and their children meeting every Wednesday during term time (1.303.00pm). Only £1.00 for a carer and up to two children and refreshments are included. All welcome. WOMEN’S INSTITUTE CHILDWALL We are a 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 info contact 07787 606636 or wichildwall@gmail.com. INDOOR CAR BOOT SALE Sudley Area Residents’ Association will be holding sales on the following Saturdays in 2016: 20th February, 16th April, 17th September and 19th November. Starting at 10am at SARA Hall, Rundle Road, Aigburth, L18 0AQ. 726 0805 BADMINTON A small group of mixed male/ female aged between 35/65 play on Thursday evenings at Elm Hall Methodist Church, Elm Hall Drive near Penny Lane. 8 o’clock till 9-30 £3 per session. Looking for new players with a good standard, we do not play in any league but you will get a good game. Please ring Dot 0151 475 8775 BALLROOM Ballroom, Latin and popular Sequence dancing. Every Wednesday at The Railway Club, Melling Road, Aintree. 8.30 to 11pm. Large dance floor and friendly crowd. Admission £3.00. Contact Maureen McDonald on 07866 077053 LINE DANCE CLASS Held at The Scouts Hut, Gorsedale Road (off Dovedale Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18). Every Thursday 11am to 12 noon. Class Fee £3. For information ring Sylvia on 0151 722 6653 PARKINSON’S SOUTH LIVERPOOL GROUP We meet on the second Thursday of each month at Bridge Chapel Heath Road, Liverpool, L19 4XR at 7.15pm. Come and join us for an informal chat and helpful advice regarding Parkinson’s with quest speakers. 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. BALLROOM Ballroom, Latin and popular Sequence dancing. Every Wednesday at The Railway Club, Melling Road, Aintree. 8.30 to 11pm. Large dance floor and friendly crowd. Admission £3.00. Contact Maureen McDonald on 07866 077053 BELLE VALE PREFAB PROJECT Did you live in a prefab in Belle Vale? If so why not join us at our monthly meeting in the Millennium Centre Childwall Valley Road on the last

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Thursday in the month from 7pm until 9pm. You can browse through our photos and maybe bring some of your own. We are on Facebook. All welcome. BOWEL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Come and meet others, discuss, explore, exchange ideas and laughter in a friendly, non-threatening environment. If you would like to join us for a cuppa and a chat, come along to Meeting Room ‘A’, upstairs in Childwall Fiveways Centre, on the first Tuesday of every month from 6.00-7.30pm. Patients, former patients, family, friends & carers all welcome!! For more info ring Helen 07948 120955 BRAND NEW ISTD GRADED DANCE CLASSES FOR THE DINGLE/ TOXTETH COMMUNITIES. Team Oasis Children’s Charity is delighted to bring 3 new evenings of ISTD dance classes: ballet, tap dancing, modern, musical theatre. Tots from 3 years/juniors from 5 years/adv juniors from 11 years. Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at Team Oasis Dance & Drama Studios, 121-125 Parkhill Rd, Dingle, L8 4RN. 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Fee: £4.00. For more information please phone 07985 534784 or email: theteamoasis@hotmail.com CLUB ROCKY LANE We are looking for new members or visitors to come and join us in playing CROWN GREEN BOWLS. We only play socially most afternoons in the week. For details call ERIC on 489 9484 or CLIFF on 289 0102. CALDERFIELD BOWLING CLUB Calderfield Bowling Club (Halfway House, Woolton Road) are looking for players; ladies and gents any age it does not matter whether you can bowl or not you will be made very welcome indeed. If you are interested please ring 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 12.45-1.30pm (£5 per class). Ages 4+ children can work towards exams with an experienced, qualified teacher. Contact Amy: 07507 015227 amy_ sand1@ hotmail.com COUNTRY NIGHTS Held on the first Wednesday of the month at The Legion, Rose Lane, Mossley Hill, L18. Country nights and Line Dancing at The Woolton Conservative Club, Gateacre Village, L25. 18th June Nigel Slater, 9th July Andy Ash. Doors open 7.30 - £4 (0151 428 2856) CREDIT UNION AND CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU SERVICES Every Tuesday between 10.30am and noon, Lodge Lane Credit Union offers its full range of services. Also, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month the Citizens Advice Service is available – again between 10.30am and noon – offering advice on a range xof money/finance related subjects. Please call in if you would like to talk to either of the above. 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. 1pm-3.45pm 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) ELVIS PRESLEY FAN CLUB Merseyside branch of the official Elvis Presley Fan Club of Great Britain. Tel 0151 257 9874 EXERCISE, MOVEMENT & DANCE CLASS The Bagot Stack system focuses on improving posture through progressive exercise and dance movements. Suitable for all abilities. Monday’s 1.30-3pm and Thursday’s 7 – 9pm. Both classes take place at All Hallows Centre, Harthill Road, Allerton, L18 3HU. Contact Jane on 0151 724 5192 or www.

janesfitness.co.uk. 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 FREE COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS ICT Functional Skills Entry Level 3 at the Mackets Education Centre or Halewood Academy (also at local libraries), just 2.5 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 Carole on (0151) 443 2197 or Doug on 07925 369899 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 722 0143 or 0151 226 1984. GARSTON LADIES BOWLS Garston Park, Liverpool 19; every Wednesday and Monday at 1.30pm. Ladies young and not so young come along and try. If interested please contact Pat Coe (0151 280 6066) GARSTON & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY Monthly talks on topics of local interest, starting at 7.30pm at Garston Park Church, Island Road, |L19. Admission: £3 visitors, including tea/ coffee. Special Event: On 1st July 2016, we are showing the remastered Battle of the Somme Film. All welcome. The Society’s email is gdhs@ outlook.com GUIDED WALKS Re-trace the rich tapestry of Liverpool’s colourful history. Admire stunning architecture and discover amazing hidden gems. Tours led by qualified guides. Email: citywalks@outlook.com INCLUDE ME CIC A weekly Wednesday morning meeting is held at Linksview, Vale Road, Woolton from 10am to 1pm. 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 07894 585689 or email info@ includeme-org.org 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 LCRA WALKING GROUP A Liverpool-based group who organise regular Sunday coach rambles to the Lake District, North Wales, Peak District and Yorkshire Dales. Walks are graded to suit all abilities. The club also arranges weekends away and social activities. To find out more call Will on 0151 486 6541, find us on facebook or visit www.liverpoolcatholicramblers.com 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 12.45pm 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). LINE DANCE CLASS Held at The Scouts Hut, Gorsedale Road (off Dovedale Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18). Every Thursday 11am to 12 noon. Class fee £3. For information ring Sylvia on 0151 722 6653 LISHI TAI CHI Look after yourself with Lishi – a different way to exercise. No puffing, no red faces. Posture, breathing, moving, use your mind and body to help you forget your cares for an hour or so. Mondays, 7.15-9pm; Holy Trinity Church Hall (corner of Church Road and Woolton Road, Wavertree – opposite School for Blind). For more information: 07808 899333 LIVERPOOL BACKGAMMON CLUB Meets on the last Friday of the month at 7 Croxteth Road, Liverpool, L8 3SE. Doors open 7pm. The

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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 A friendly club, teaching a mixture of folk/country/barn dance style, American square and Pride and Prejudice styles. No need to bring a partner. Make new friends. Keep fit! TUESDAYS open 7-45pm Dancing 8-10pm at the Scout Hall, Gorsedale Rd (off Dovedale Rd) L18 5EP. TEL 427 1907 LIVERPOOL FRENCH CLUB The group still meets on Tuesdays 6pm-8pm, but the venue is now The Cornmarket pub, Old Ropery, off Fenwick Street. All levels of French, for all nationalities (including French) who want to meet up for a natter. Membership is free, no charge for attending. Very relaxed. All levels from beginners to advanced/native speakers welcome. LOOKING AFTER YOUR FEET ‘Looking After Your Feet’ is an informative and enjoyable presentation which tells you about the changes to your feet, skin and balance as you get older. With demonstrations and samples of which products to use, along with a Q&A session, I can talk to your group or organisation. Contact Gillian by email - staffskills@outlook. com for more information. 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 MUM AND BABY FITNESS CLASS Yummy Mummy Buggy Fitness, Meeting every Monday 9.30am at Wavertree Mystery Park by Blue Coat School. Only £4 per session, Fitness class to help mums get back into shape after giving birth. Email sophie@pbpersonaltraining.com Or call 07805976281. 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 9.3010.30am 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. Beverley Jackson on 03442 253748. Patients and/ or carers most welcome. Change attitudes. Find a cure. Join us. PEACEPOOL Looking for inner peace and contentment? Peacepool has regular monthly meetings (this is NOT a faith or religious group). Come to the Liner Hotel, Lord Nelson Street, L3 5QB on Saturday June 11th and Saturday July 16th, 2pm to 4pm. Free admission and refreshments. Free parking at the venue. peacepool.blogspot.com RETIRED DRUMMER Looking for other musicians to form a new jazz, swing, mod, trad band; arrangement made for weekly get together in a Childwall Tennis Club to be announced. Call Ray on 07767 684048 or 0151 280 4237. 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 1pm-3.15pm. Allerton Library, Tuesday 4pm-5.15pm. 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 SINGING OUR SOCKS OFF Community choir for everyone. Fun, friendly and very active club performing across the city at major events meet every Wednesday at St Hilda’s Church, Stuart Avenue, Hunts Cross, 7.15pm to 9.15pm. First session free, £6 per class, no experience necessary. Call Su on 07717 181826 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 SOROPTOMIST INTERNATIONAL We are a group of women, sharing a global vision with Soroptimist International. We work together through service projects, fund-raising and advocacy to advance human rights and the status of girls and women. We meet monthly on the fourth Wednesday at 7pm; Victoria Pub, Victoria Road, Liverpool, L17 ODL. For further information contact Anne on 07814 564649 or visit our website www.sigbi.org/liverpool. “ GARSTON & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY Holds monthly talks on topics of local interest, starting at 7.30pm at Garston Park Church, Island Road, Liverpool 19. Admission: £3 visitors, including tea/coffee. The Society’s email address is gdhs@outlook.com THE INKLINGS Writers and poets group. Readings and constructive comments. Fridays 1pm to 3pm. Black-E, Great George Street, Liverpool 1. Read or just listen! Phone 07561 077377. 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 TICKET TO READ Ticket to Read, Woolton’s FREE community library, now has a Tea & Tales session on Mondays from 1.30 to 2.30. All are welcome to this reading group. Find Ticket to Read at the Simon Peter Centre on Church Road, Woolton, from 1.30 to 4pm on Mondays & Wednesdays. 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 WOMEN’S INSTITUTE CHILDWALL We are a 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 info contact 07787 606636 or 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.

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LIVERPOOL Cricket Club were frustrated by a late evening heavy downpour in their latest Liverpool & District Cricket Competition Division TWO game against Sutton CC. ,Q WKHLU À UVW JDPH VLQFH VD\LQJ goodbye for the summer to their Liverpool University players Tom Moore and Henry Charlton, Liverpool were bowled out for 192 with vice-captain Chris Tonge hitting a season’s best 80. In reply Christian (Ched) Edwards, with 5-25, left Sutton teetering at 106-7 before the weather intervened. 7KH À UVW JDPH RI WKH PRQWK is best forgotten about. Spring View were the visitors to HQ DQG WKH PDJQLÀ FHQW VXUURXQGLQJV saw our Wigan counterparts raise their game and, after initially struggling at 132-9, they didn’t lose another wicket and declared on 201-9. As so often happens when the momentum shifts, Liverpool were never in it and were bowled out for 65. The following week Liverpool were heavily indebted to

their students Moore (37) and Charlton (107 not out) for mustering a competitive 168 all out against Wavertree CC. With wickets shared out Wavertree fell 40 runs short. Liverpool saved their best performance of the season DJDLQVW 3DUNÀ HOG /LVFDUG Winning the toss and electing to bat, Liverpool declared on 228-7 (Moore 55, Charlton 44). 3DUNÀ HOG GLGQ·W SXW XS PXFK RI D À JKW DQG ZHUH ERZOHG RXW IRU with the majority of the damage being done by Richard Ewen with 7-25. Liverpool Cricket Club welcome all cricketers of all abilities, young and old – we run four senior teams and six junior teams from u9’s to u19’s. Our very popular junior coaching programme for 7–15 year olds will continue every Friday from 6.15pm to 7.45pm until mid-August. No prebooking is required, but for further details please see http:// www.liverpoolcricketclub. co.uk/cricket/news/ or email lccjuniorcricket@hotmail.com

DESPITE the summer monsoons Liverpool Sefton Hockey Club prepares for next season. It has announced its coaches, with GB International coach Peter Nicholson continuing as ZRPHQ·V À UVW team coach and the appointment of James Cunliffe as men’s coach. In preparation for another year in the National League RXU ZRPHQ·V À UVW team start pre-season training on July a6 nd the men held their

SUH VHDVRQ EULHÀ QJ from their new coach on June 15 where they welcomed new and returning players. League matches commence on September 24. Throughout the summer on Thursday evenings at Liverpool &ROOHJH À WQHVV and camaraderie is being maintained by summer matches and tournaments at Bowden and Southport. Coaches James Cunliffe and Susie McFarlane have been invited by England Hockey to the pre-Rio Olympics

Champions Trophy at the Olympic Park in London on June 25. At junior level much goes on. Jenny Ratcliffe and Mike Lennon have TXDOLÀ HG DV /HYHO coaches. On July 8as part of our Satellite Club link with Archbishop Blanch School we are providing six young players to help at the Merseyside School Games Quicksticks Hockey tournament at Wavertree. Here 14 primary school FRXQW\ À QDOLVWV ZLOO be competing and our youngsters will EH RIÀ FLDWLQJ On June 16 prior

to the start of the Liverpool Hope International Tennis Tournament at Liverpool Cricket Club, over 300 primary pupils attended the Schools Day. They had a taste of hockey as well as lacrosse, rugby, table tennis, cricket and tennis and also watched tennis. Hockey will also form a major

part of the Liverpool Cricket Club MultiSports Summer School for 8-15 year olds, which runs from August 1-5 with coaching in cricket, football, hockey, lacrosse, rugby, squash and tennis. For the older former players Back to Hockey continues and a new course starts on August 2.

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