Issue 115 – February 2016
STAIRS AND ELEPHANTS By Stephen Guy IT started as a track linking West Derby to the fledgling port of Liverpool, passing through sparsely-populated countryside. The land was wooded and damp with occasional sandstone outcrops - for centuries the way could only be negotiated on foot or by riding a horse. Grade II-listed Tuebrook House, built in 1615, was probably the first brick-built house on West Derby Road. Where the track reached a stony slope it became known as Rocky Lane before resuming its way. The growth of Liverpool saw the population mushroom along West Derby Road. Many properties were built in Victorian times, from comfortable villas in Newsham Park to rows of terraced houses. This influx of families saw a need to cater for relaxation and entertainment. Open spaces such as Newsham and Sheil Parks served families while pubs sprang up on many street corners. The years around the First World War saw the arrival of mass cinema
entertainment with stars such as Charlie Chaplin becoming global idols. Three of Liverpool’s early cinemas opened on West Derby Road: the Palladium in 1913, Savoy the following year and Empress in 1915. Originally a theatre, the Royal Hippodrome switched to films in 1931. The Carlton, an art deco super cinema, followed in 1932. These venues closed years ago. The Empress and Palladium were demolished to widen West Derby Road and the Hippodrome, with its magnificent auditorium, cleared to make way for a timber yard. The Savoy survives, much altered, and the Carlton – stripped of some of its art deco features – awaits demolition. The Olympia (pictured in 1909) is the one great survivor still packing them in with popular shows and events. Designed by legendary theatre
architect Frank Matcham, it opened in 1905 as a variety theatre and indoor circus. Elephants, lions and other exotic beats entranced audiences. The building’s design reflected far-away places with Indian panelling and the onion dome which was a local landmark for many years. The Olympia became a cinema and hosted Liverpool’s first sound feature film screening, The Singing Fool starring Al Jolson, in 1929. The Olympia later became the Locarno Ballroom where The Beatles and many other Merseybeat groups appeared. It was a bingo hall for some years and, after restoration and refurbishment, returned to live entertainment. Join the West Derby Society at its next meeting 7.30 pm on Wednesday 17 February at Lowlands, 13 Haymans Green, Liverpool L12 7JG.
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Staying in the home you love THE decision to buy a stairlift is often taken at a time of stress, often after a person has suffered a fall or received the news of a debilitating illness. In reality though, stairlifts should be embraced as a modern accessory to prevent falls and preserve the dignity of our loved ones, allowing them to stay and make use of their entire home and not be confined to living downstairs. Here’s a few pointers for you to consider when buying a stair lift: Shop around Most mobility retailers (and charities) will simply pass on your stairlift enquiry to another company and in return they will receive hundreds of pounds in commission. This commission is naturally built into the final price that you pay. Aftersales service and costs You need to ensure that you have
total piece of mind with a good warranty from trained engineers. Check that there are no high servicing costs linked back to the warranty and who do you phone if something goes wrong ? …. are they local ?
hold item of equipment without testing it first. This is particularly important when it comes to the seat on the stairlift since, just like people, seats come in many shapes and sizes and you need to feel safe on your stairlift.
Beware high pressure sales Many firms employ high pressure sales teams who are paid commission. Don’t invite them into your home unless you have somebody with you who can take notes and help you to encourage them to leave when you have heard enough! Better still, don’t invite a sales person to your home until you have had chance to examine their brochures. Also, keep your home telephone number private so they can’t pester you. Try before you buy You wouldn’t buy any other house-
Future Proof By this, I mean plan ahead and think about what level of mobility you will have in another 5/10 years. For example, if you suffer from arthritis of the hand/ wrist, you may struggle to turn the stairlift at the top of the stairs, so you may need to consider a motorised chair instead. Buy the stairlift now which is going to help you for the next ten years and not just the cheapest.
The Savoy Jazzmen THE Savoy Jazzmen are giving a concert in the lovely setting of the Sefton Park Palm House on Tuesday 2nd February between 24 pm. There is an admission charge of £5 which includes light refreshments. Come along and listen or dance to the music of Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Kenny Ball, Chris Barber and Acker Bilk. For further details please contact Peter Swensson on 0151 722 1478.
Clubmoor Community Choir meet CLUBMOOR Community Choir have been meeting since September 2015. This takes place at Roscoe School (the Ballantyne Road entrance) on Monday evenings during term time; we meet at 7pm and start singing at 7.15 prompt. We sing mainly for fun and sing lots of popular songs. We have an experienced choir master (Callum) leading us and hope you can come and join in the fun – you will certainly be made most welcome. For more details, please kindly contact Deb on 07789 587815.
Reece Pearson, Ableworld Stairlift Engineer
For more information about choosing a stairlift visit www.ableworld.co.uk, or contact/ call into your local Ableworld stores in Wigan and St Helens.
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A letter from Councillors Steve Radford and Kevin Morrison WE are delighted that the new recycling centre at Cheadle Avenue (off Green Lane) is now open after some 11 months delay. It does, however, beg the question whether the location we originally suggested between Carnegie Road and Lister Drive would have been quicker to progress but, regardless, we would urge all residents and businesses to use it
The facility has been designed to be userfriendly for disabled and older neighbours not having to climb steps to offload items and the Waste Authority should be congratulated for involving disability groups in the design stage. Additionally, Highways have agreed to provide signage for those coming from further afield. There is never any excuse for dumping on
the street and with this local facility less so. However, we are aware that many of our neighbours do not have cars and we will continue the rota of community sips around our ward in order to reduce dumping and the fire risks associated with excess materials in the home. Cllrs. Steve Radford and Kevin Morrison Tuebrook and Stoneycroft Liberal Party
Guide dog volunteers needed VOLUNTEER boarders are needed; can you help with our new Guide Dogs in training? We need willing volunteers to provide B&B for up to 6 months while the dogs are in training school. Volunteers must have a car and be able to drop the dogs off every morning between 7.30am to 9am and pick up approx. 4.30pm to 6pm. Collection and drop-off are at Liverpool Mobility Team just off East Prescot Road in Knotty
Ash (behind Aldi) and all equipment, food and training are provided. If you are interested and may be able to help then please contact
Gaynor Monaghan (Volunteer Consultant) for an informal chat on 07785 433269 or via email: gaynor.monaghan @guidedogs.org.uk
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Top tips from the team at The Vet Q. Is getting my dog microchipped worth it? A. Absolutely! You’ll be far more likely to have your pet returned to you if they become lost and as of 6th April 2016 it will be a requirement by law. Losing your pet can be devastating and although collars and tags are great, they can fall off and get lost. In comparison, a microchip will last a pet’s lifetime. When a microchipped pet is scanned, the owner’s contact information can be viewed, making it easy to reunite a lost pet with their family. A microchip is placed beneath your pet’s skin, using a method similar to an injection, with little or no pain experienced. A microchip really does give your pet the best chance of being returned to you should they go missing. At The Vet microchipping only costs £9.99 and as always, no appointment is needed. Q. I think my pet is overweight, what can I do about it? Feeding your pet quality, healthy, well-balanced food, in portions as advised by your vet, will provide them
with all of the nutrients, calories and goodness they need to stay happy and active. Pets do not benefit from scraps or extra dinner, and any begging should be ignored. Exercise also has an important part to play in your pet’s weight and it’s easy to keep your pets active! There are many cat chaser
toys available which your feline friend will love and playing catch with your dog is a fun activity for both of you. If you are concerned about your pet’s weight, pop into The Vet for a free weight clinic with one of our nurses at your convenience during our consultation times, no appointment is needed. Visit www.thevet.co.uk for more information.
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Pandora’s cake box Read my next Strange Tale – Jolly Jack – in the March Link.
STRANGE TALES by Anton Valdemart
IT came from the old house and had been an object of curiosity for years because no-one knew how to reveal its secrets. The ugly wooden box stood defying people to open it. Pandora was the youngest of the postmaster’s three children at a remote village near Ruthin. They sometimes took the box down and gave it a shake but it seemed to be empty. “It was your great-grandmother’s,” said Mr Williams. “The key was lost years ago but we keep it for old time’s sake.” It had strange carvings which defied description. “I think they are leaves,” said Gwen. “No, they are mole-hills,” said Evan, who had a strong imagination. Pandora snapped: “You’re both wrong – they are cakes. Look, you can see the cherries and raisins.” The others tried to back up their theories by describing what they saw. Father was promoted to a job at Liverpool’s main post office which meant moving to Aunt Freda’s in Wavertree. The box was carefully wrapped up and loaded with the
furniture on to a cart for the journey to the nearest station. Several years passed but the box remained stored in a tea chest in the loft as their accommodation was rather cramped. Pandora was seeing Dan, a young locksmith she had met at the Welsh Choral Society. It was not long before she thought of the box. Pandora brought it down one Sunday afternoon. Freda looked at the box scornfully: “Granny always told us to keep it away from that thing – it’s a wishing box.” Dan had it open very quickly and everyone was dismayed to find the only thing it contained were some specks of dust. Gwen opened the box one evening and some old dry leaves came pouring out, messing up her dress. Evan was severely told off when he opened it to discover handfuls of loose earth squirming with worms. Pandora became everyone’s favourite when she took a look inside. The cakes were delicious, moist and fresh – everything from fairy cakes to Bakewell tarts.
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They arranged tea parties for their friends. Every time Pandora closed the lid and reopened it a fresh batch of cakes appeared. Soon the table groaned. Jugs of custard were brought in to help wash down the delicious cakes. Pandora smiled as Freda
plunged her spoon again and again into the box’s latest confection. This went on for several Sundays – people came around and made a rather undignified scramble for the cakes. Pandora noticed they were all putting on weight as
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Threading dreams TEXTILES and embroidery from the Sreepur Village Bangladesh will be exhibited at Liverpool Anglican Cathedral from Sunday, 14 February to Saturday, 19 February 2016.
The work in the exhibition is made in adverse poverty by amazing women and Ruby will be there each day from 10am to 4pm to talk about her work over 40 visits in 26 years.
There will be cards, silk scarves and other gifts for sale with all the proceeds going to the 600 children and 150 destitute women who live at The Sreepur Village Orphanage and Women’s
Refuge and also the Street Children project we run in the slums of Dhaka; there are millions of street children who have no home or a place of safety in Bangladesh.
Make a will month DURING the month of April, local Solicitors and Professional Will Writers will waive their fee for a donation to Woodlands Hospice and will prepare a standard will for you. Making a will is very important and will help to avoid additional stress for your family members at a time when they are already very upset. For more details or to make an appointment call Nick Morris on 0151 529 8152 or email: nick.morris@aintree.nhs.uk
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Over £234m raised at auctions SUTTON Kersh Auctions are starting the year as they mean to go on, with an impressive 4,566 properties sold from 2005-2015 raising over £234m. Straight after December’s auction Sutton Kersh were taking instructions for their next one which will be taking place at the Crowne Plaza in
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Liverpool City Centre on 11th February and looks set to be Merseyside’s largest property auction for over ten years! Following on from the success for the last ten years, this year also looks set to be remarkable for Merseyside’s leading property auction house with an incredible 161 lots available so far
for their first auction of 2016. They have also recruited a new member of staff, Elle Benson to join their team. Elle has previously worked within the property industry and is joining Sutton Kersh as an auction coordinator. Other extremely exciting news is the promotion of Auction Manageress, Cathy
Holt. Cathy’s success and hard work has been recognised and led to this fantastic promotion to Associate Director. “I am delighted with my promotion after working within auctions for 27 years and leading Sutton Kersh to be Merseyside’s most successful auction house. It is nice to know my passion for the industry,
drive for sales and delivering exceptional customer service is recognised on a regional level,” she said. For more information on our up and coming auction
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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. AMATEUR BOXING CLUB Tuebrook Community Centre, Marlborough Road, L13 8AU. Mon, Wed, Fri. 5-7pm. Under 18s £1.50. Adults £3 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 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 BREATHE EASY Breathe Easy supports people suffering from lung disease of any kind. We meet every 4th Monday of the month (Excluding December) at Bridge Chapel Tel 0151 224 7778 BROUGHTON HALL CENTRE Yew Tree Lane West Derby L12 9HJ. The Centre for Day Courses Training and Community Events 07980 187 888 E: Barbra.sinclair@broughtohall.co.uk C.A.B. with immediate effect the Fri morning weekly C.A.B. drop in (10am to 12noon) has moved from United Reformed Church Stoneycroft to Tuebrook Hope Centre, Christ Church Buckingham Rd. L13 CHARITY TABLE SALE At the Bridge Centre Trust, every Saturday from 9am to 2.30 pm (pitch available only £7.00). 2 Daneville Road, L4 9RG. Phone 0151 792 8711 CHRIST CHURCH CENTRE, SEDGEMOOR RD. Coffee morning in church centre, Tues 10am-12noon. Make new friends or relax with old ones, everybody welcome. Call Helen on 0151 474 1444 for info. Connect 'n' Create. Come along for company, a cuppa and a bit of craft or anything creative! All skills, all levels! Wednesdays 10am-12noon. Call Barbara 0151 226 2992 for more information. CLUBMOOR COMMUNITY CHOIR Have been meeting since September 2015.We meet on Monday evenings
(during term time) at Roscoe School (Ballantyne Rd entrance) at 7pm and start singing at 7.15 prompt. We sing for fun mainly and sing many popular songs. We have an experienced choir master (Callum) who leads us. We hope you can come and join in the fun. For more details contact Deb on 07789 587815. CROXTETH HALL GARDEN SOCIETY We are a friendly group who meet in Croxteth Hall every 1st and 3rd Thursday evening of the month at 7.30pm. Annual membership is £10 which includes refreshments and raffle. If you’re interested in gardening why not join us. Please ring Jim or Pauline on 0151 928 5625 – visit our website www.croxteth.net CROXTETH RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION See our website for details. www.coresidents-association.co.uk COFFEE MORNING Wed between 10am – 11.30am young at hearts club every Thurs. 2pm – 4pm. Church of the Good Shepherd Community Rooms, Lover House Lane L11. 2SF. For info call Barbara, older persons community worker on 0151 226 2992. DEYSBROOK YOUNG AT HEART GROUP Meet every Friday 11.00 to 12.30 (except Bank Holidays) at the Deysbrook Village Centre, Deysbrook Way, Liverpool 12. There is a range of activities - creative as well as fun; occasional trips; enjoy a cuppa and a chat. All welcome. DEYSBROOK KNIT AND NATTER Meets at Deysbrook Village Centre on Mondays at 11.00. Beginners and experienced knitters and crocheters welcome. DOES YOUR GROUP NEED A PRESENTATION? Several presentations are available, including, The 20th Century Catthedrals of England, The Leeds to Liverpool Canal, The Anderton Lift, The Revenge Weapons of Adolf Hitler and the Invasion of England, Operation Sealion. Also, the paintings of Canalletto, J W M Turner and L S Lowry. For further details, contact John on 0151 721 7681. ECZEMA SUPPORT GROUP We are looking for new volunteers to assist with awareness/fundraising events. Contact Mike Birch. mikebirch@blueyonder.co.uk, for info about our work ELVIS PRESLEY FAN CLUB Merseyside branch of the official Elvis Presley Fan Club of Great Britain. Tel 0151 257 9874 FED UP? Crown Green Bowling for the Gardeners Arms. All new members welcome, beginners (tuition can be arranged if requested) or experienced players. Ladies & Gents teams. Thought the Gardeners Arms Pub has been pulled down our bowling green is still going strong! For info call 0151 228 7792 ROY CASTLE FAGENDS Stop Smoking Support Groups.
Weekly: Cohen’s Chemist, Mon 11.30am – 12.45am. Old Swan One Stop Mon 1.30pm – 2.15pm. West Derby Millennium Centre Tue 5.306.45pm Yew tree CC Tue 9- 10.15 am and 3.30-4.45pm , Green Lane Pharmacy Tuebrook Sat 10-11.45am Excluding bank holidays (no appointment necessary) free support and access to Nicotine Replacement therapy & Champix Freephone 0800 195 2131 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. 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 THE HUYTON POET Great Presentations for organisations, of that you can be sure; The Huyton Poet will make you smile - he'll make you laugh and more. A GREAT CHOICE AS YOUR NEXT GUEST SPEAKER thehuytonpoet@gmail.com INDOOR BOWLING Have fun at our indoor bowling at St Luke’s Community Centre Princess Drive, West Derby. Mon at 2pm – 3.30 p.m. £1.50 includes a cuppa and cake. Call Lorraine Brown 228 9062 for details. Lunch club 1 till 2pm seniors KEEP FIT OVER 50’S Huyton Gateway, 115 Rupert Road Huyton L36 9TE a great friendly class for anyone aged 50 + Keep fit improve strength balance and meet new friends. Monday 10 – 11am £3 per class. LADIES BOWLING CLUB Farmer's Arms, Clubmoor. Our friendly team needs new members. Beginners or experienced players will be warmly welcomed. For information contact Ann on 0151 256 0681. LINE DANCING Huyton Gateway 115 Rupert Rd Huyton L36 9TE Keep fit have fun, beginners welcome Every Wed 10 a.m. – 11am £3 per class 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. LITTLE STEPS For preschool children and carers. St Christopher's, Lorenzo Drive. Wednesdays 9.45am-11.15am Term time. No waiting list. No lower age limit. Just come along or call Sue 0151 226 2992. 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. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN’S CLUBS (NAWC) The NAWC meet at Lowlands in Haymans Green every Thursday between 2 and 4 pm. Come and enjoy a friendly afternoon. We enjoy guest speakers, outings, theatre trips amongst many other activities. – All are made welcome. Further details about other clubs in Liverpool contact – Pat Blair (0151) 228 0316 or email patblair33@gmail.com THE INKLINGS Writers and poets group. Readings and constructive comments. Wednesdays 1pm to 3pm. Black-E, Great George Street, Liverpool 1. Read or listen. All are welcome. Tel, 07561 077377 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN’S CLUBS Thomas Lane Women’s Club are now at The Millennium Centre in West Derby Village, adjacent to St.Mary’s Church. Friday afternoon, 1.30 pm to 3.00 pm. Friendly group, all welcome. OVER 50'S KEEP FIT CLASS Keep Fit class for ages 50+ with inspiring standing/chair-based exercises, Fridays 12.30-1.30pm. Held at St Aidan's Church Hall, Cherry Lane, Walton, L4 6UG. £3.50 per class, pay as you go. For more information please contact Amy: 07507 015 227 or amy_sand1@hotmail.com. PARENT & TODDLERS FOR PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN Monday morning 9.15am – 11.15am during term time at Ebenezer Chapel, corner of Queens Drive and Stanley Park Ave. Come along for a warm welcome cup of tea and chat. Call Mrs Wright. 0151 256 5880
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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. PRESCOT & DISTRICT BRIDGE CLUB Duplicate Bridge every Wednesday evening at 7.15 p.m. at Huyton & Prescot Golf Club, Huyton Lane, Huyton, L36 1AU. Easily accessible, large car park, friendly atmosphere. For further information contact 0151 426 3050 or www.bridgewebs.com/prescot 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. RICHIE THE RANGER GUIDED WALKS: Discover historic sites, beautiful green areas, and tranquil woodlands… all on your doorstep. Contact Richie Baker for info about his guided tours and walks within the city. Email richietheranger@ gmail.com ROYAL SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE SOCIETY Classes at Oakvale United Reform Church, Broadgreen Rd; Wednesday 7.30 to 8.15pm (beginners) and 8.30 to 9.50pm for more experienced dancers. All welcome, all you need is a pair of soft, flat shoes. For info telephone Rosemary (0151) 281 0317 or visit www.rscds-liverpool.org.uk SCARISBRICK RESIDENTS Scarisbrick Residents and Tenants Association meet every second Tue of the month at Lemington Rd School Dinner Centre 6.30pm visit our website for info. www.scarisbrickresidents.info St James CE Mill Lane West Derby. The 5K Café is held every Thurs term time from 11 am to 1.30pm. Lovely food and good company. Donations towards lunch appreciated. SECOND HAND BOOKS, CDS AND DVDS Aigburth Hall Nurseries are selling second hand books, CDs and DVDs – in good condition – to raise funds to train Guide Dogs for the Blind. If you are having a winter sort out, please drop any you no longer need into the plant nurseries at 5 Aigburth Hall Avenue, L19 9EA. 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 TEA DANCE St Luke’s West Derby, Princess Drive, L14. Tel 228 9063 Fri 2 to 3.30pm all
welcome. Lunch Club 1-2pm seniors TEA DANCE Monday 1.30 -4pm. Navy Club, Bowring Park. Tel: 0151 280 5050 or 220 1332 THE BRIDGE CENTRE The Bridge Centre old Bridge Inn Pub Broadway L4 9RG. FREE Counselling Service every Wed 10am till 3pm. To book an appointment call 07540177958 ask for Sue. Zumba Classes Tue 6.30pm till 7.30pm. Wed 9.30am till 10.30am. Chair Based Tia Chi Classes. Thurs. 10.30 till 11.30 only £2.50. Ballroom Classes Tue 1.30 till 2.30 pm £3. Tia Chi Classes Tue 11.30 till noon. 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 TRAMWAY AND LIGHT RAILWAY SOCIETY Happy New Year everyone! Monday, 18th January, Greenbank Sports Academy, Rathbone Room, at 7.30pm. "From the Slums to The Sidings Part One". David Armstrong (from Bus Conductor and Managing Director) looks back at his career in Public Transport (local buses and railways). Informative, humorous and, at times irreverent, a look behind the scenes from a highlyregarded transport professional. TUEBROOK HOPE CENTRE, BUCKINGHAM ROAD As a local community led charity we are keen to promote and host a range of health, leisure and social activities for neighbours of all ages. Monday mornings (9.30am): Yoga classes, Tuesday evenings (7-8pm): Tai Chi classes, Wednesday evenings (7-8pm): Drama Group for Adults Thursday evenings (7-8pm): Mojo Theatre group for young people aged 11 to 16. Friday lunchtimes (12noon1pm): Yoga classes 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 HUYTON GATEWAY 115 Rupert Rd, Huyton L36 9TE. Relaxed friendly hatha yoga class taught by Frank Perry. Beginners welcome. Every Mon., 11.15am –12.15 pm and Thurs., 6–7pm; £3 per class.
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Honeys Green Lane Sharon to speak at meeting the Rathbone Room at The Merseyside branch of the L12 – £170,000 Greenbank Sports Academy, Tramway & Light Railway SUTTON Kersh are delighted to offer for sale this semi detached house with accommodation briefly comprising: entrance hall, lounge, dining room and kitchen. To the first floor landing there are three bedrooms, shower room and separate WC. The property has majority double glazed windows and gas central heating system. Outside there are gardens to both the front and rear and semi detached garage. The property is being offered with no ongoing chain. For further information please call our West Derby office. 0151 256 7837 – open 7 days a week.
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JOIN us for our 5k fun run through the beautiful grounds of Croxteth Hall for age 8 and up starting at 11.00 am. Registration is £15 for adults (16 years +) and £10 for 815’s. Dress up! Bunny Ears, Tail and T-Shirt will be supplied to all who register. This promises to be a great day with lots of fun for the whole family and all runners receive a medal! Those under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult taking part in the event, and have parental permission. Registration closes 11th March 2016, and we ask you to collect £50 sponsorship. Please register at www.bunnyrun.org or call 0151 529 8193 for a form to be posted to you or to find out more. Registration closes 11th March 2016. (Registered Charity No. 104893)
Society is delighted that its first female speaker, Sharon Brown, Curator of Land Transport and Industry, Liverpool Museum will address this month’s meeting on Monday evening, 22nd Februaryat 7.30pm (prompt) in
Greenbank Lane, Liverpool L17 1AG. A charge of £2 per head applies, including refreshments and room hire, and the society looks forward to your company for what promises to be an interesting evening.
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Mersey gig guide ‘ones Are you setting goals? to Watch’ for February Here are Mersey Gig Guide’s “Ones to Watch” for February 2016 Monday 1 February Liverpool Acoustic and K’s Choice – Sound Food & Drink, Duke St 8pm – Free Entry (every Monday) Ian Prowse Monday Club Open Mic – Cavern Pub 8pm – Free Entry (every Monday) – Original material only
The Boston Shakers – Arts Club, Seel St 8pm – See Arts Club website for ticket details
Wednesday 3 Feb Free Wednesday Band Night – Zanzibar, Seel St 7.15pm – Free Entry (Every other Wednesday) Friday 5 Feb Take No Offence – Arts Club, Seel St 6pm – £5.00 on the door The Commitments – Floral Pavilion 7.30pm – Tickets £19.50 Saturday 6 February Aladdinsane (Bowie Tribute) – Citadel, St Helens 7.30pm – Tickets £10.00
Visit www. merseygigguide.co.uk for: Complete Gig Listings, Band Profiles, Festival Listings, Open Mic Events. Ticket links are available on merseygigguide. co.uk – search by band name or date. To include your gig in The LINK next month, email nic@merseygigguide.com
Sunday 7 February Alan Triggs – Smuggler’s Cove, Albert Dock 3pm – Free Entry Thursday 11 February Cast – Citadel, St Helens 7.30pm – Tickets £20.00 Friday 12 February Hunger Games Heats – Zanzibar, Seel St 6pm - £6.00 on the door Saturday 13 February
Mothership (Led Zep Tribute) – Floral Pavilion 7.30pm Tickets £12.00 Tuesday 16 February Tony Skeggs – Cavern Pub 9pm – Free Entry (Every Tuesday) Friday 19 February Heather Small (M People) – Floral Pavilion 7.30pm – Tickets £26.00 Saturday 20 February Interrobang – Jacaranda Club 8pm – Free Entry Joe Symes & The Loving Kind – Zanzibar, Seel St 9.45pm - £5.00 on the door Saturday 27 February The JJohns – Bumper, Hardman St 8pm – Free Entry Lost Inhibitions Vol.1 – Constellations 6pm – £15. on the door Jimmy Rae and the Firewalkers – Heswall Royal British Legion 7.30pm - £10 on the door Fairport Convention – Camp and Furnace 7.30pm – Tickets £21.99
HERE’S how to set goals that will give you a great sense of fulfilment, as well as boosting your confidence and self-esteem along the way. Here is an exercise that will help you set goals for the year, holding value and importance to you: Write down the 8 most important areas of your life, e,g. career, partner, kids etc. Draw a wheel; split it up into 8 segments and put each heading into each segment. If the outer circle equals 10 (brilliant), and the inner circle equals 0 (awful), put a dot in each segment of the circle to describe how good or bad each of the 8 areas is
Make a new list and ask yourself, 'What do I want to be, do or have?'. Write down as many things as you can. Once you have done this, write a sentence next to those things and give a reason why you want to be, do or have those things. If you can’t give a reason, disregard it. Now, with your list, put it alongside the circle of the 8 most important areas of your life. This is where you will make goals that hold importance to you. If anything on the list improves an area on the circle, then give it a point. For example, if you want a new car, will it improve the relationship with your mum and dad or partner. If it doesn't, then don't give
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6. Which Robbie Williams song includes the lyrics “Hell is gone and heaven’s here, there’s nothing left for you to fear”?
7. George Michael had a No.1 hit in February 1987 (“I Knew You Were Waiting For Me”) singing with which female singer? (a) Aretha Franklin (b) Diana Ross (c) Dionne Warwick?
8. By what name is Declan MacManus better known? (a) Elvis Costello (b) Sting (c) Suggs
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SOUTH START NEW YEAR WITH A BANG By Jim Stanway
WHILE the poor weather since December has caused numerous postponements, South Liverpool FC managed to play their first game since the end of November with an emphatic 5-0 win at Rainhill Town. Played in a snowstorm on the synthetic surface in Skelmersdale, South outplayed one of their main title rivals virtually from start to finish. Before opening the scoring, South had already missed a penalty and hit the post and it was striker Alex Woodcock who
turned expertly to fire home. South were 2-0 up by half-time, with Gary Dunning converting a penalty given for handball. Rainhill had their best spell either side of half-time in which South keeper Peter Webster made two good saves. South then got their second wind and centre forward Cameron Dalton also turned superbly to fire in the crucial third goal. It was one way traffic after that with further goals from Woodcock and Dalton and with Woodcock hitting the post for a second time. The win put South back into second place, six
points behind their main rivals, Vauxhall Motors, with a game in hand. The last month has seen the passing of two more South legends following on from the recent death of Arthur Goldstein, the club’s record appearance holder (as reported in last month’s LINK): shortly before Christmas, the club’s chairman, Peter Heatley, died suddenly after having served the club for 24 years as treasurer and for 5 years as chairman. Peter played an integral role in leading the club back into existence following its demise in 1991 and
was liked and respected by all who knew him; he will be much missed. In January John Carroll also passed away suddenly, aged just 57. Captain of one of the club’s greatest ever teams, John held three trophies aloft in the victorious treble cup-winning 1983-84 season. Signed from local football in 1982, John was a man-mountain of a centre back who went on to make nearly 200 appearances for South, scoring 8 goals. He left for Weymouth (then in the Conference) in 1986 and later went on to serve Runcorn FC as play-
River Juniors under 10s have a Christmas double WHILE many of the teams were recharging their batteries over the festive season. River Juniors u10s decided to make the most of some opportunities by winning two tournaments. The first tournament took place in Preston and was the Total Soccer Centres Christmas Cup which mainly included teams from around the Preston and North Lancashire area as well as a team from Wallasey and River Juniors from Liverpool. The boys were in sparkling form in the group stages winning all of their games by at least two goals with all of the main outfield players Adam Peters, Che Trapasso, Harvey Edgar, Ally Trapasso and Luke Roberts helping themselves to some great goals. The boys progressed to the semi-finals to play Wallasey Albion who they defeated 4-2 in a great game despite going behind early. The final was against Myerscough Reds who were
also group winners from the other side of the draw. Two quick goals, one from Adam Peters and the other from Che Trapasso, saw the boys 2-0 up. A reply from Myerscough saw a nervous end to the game before Harvey Edgar finished them off with a tidy finish to see to see the boys Champions in a tournament they also won the previous Christmas. The boys moved on to the JSL indoor 5-a-side Xmas Cup tournament in Rochdale when an old foe returned. The tournament is well renowned and a great event over the Christmas period. The boys came out group winners after some great performances in the group stages with some great goals mainly from Adam Peters, who was firing on all cylinders, Che Trapasso and Harvey Edgar who scored two great strikes from range. A mention also for Nathan Deforo who came into the squad and performed well
in his first tournament with the boys. The boys progressed to the semi-final to play Chapelhouse from Leeds and were 2-0 up with goals from Peters and Trapasso before 2 late errors saw the Leeds boys draw level before the final whistle. Extra time ensued and a cracker from Peters saw the boys through to the final. This meant a showdown with Failsworth Boys from Manchester, a side who have been a regular opponent for the boys in tournaments over the years and in these columns. This time it was the turn of River Juniors to come out on top after a dramatic Golden Goal victory from Che Trapasso after good work from Peters and Edgar saw the boys win 3-2 and take the title. Joe Storey, Dan Jones, Che Trapasso, Ally Trapasso, Luke Roberts, Adam Peters, Nathan Deforo, Harvey Edgar
In the bleak midwinter? By Bill Chambers FOLLOWING widespread cancellations for frost and floods (and we play on all weather pitches!) and the associated fixture backlog, it’s no surprise that top league team Liverpool Sefton Women’s 1st team are still in their mid-season winter break. Sadly their successful indoor run came to a halt at Worcester where they were beaten in the England Super 6s Division 2 North Finals. Losses to the Army, Loughborough Students and Ben Rhydding left them 4th out of the 5 teams. Now as the restart of the outdoor league approaches on 6th February they must plan to pick up points against fellow strugglers Belper, Whitley Bay and Springfields to avoid relegation. The men’s 1sts are in a
worse position with points desperately needed against Lytham, Winnington Park and Bebington to stay up. On the good side, the Men’s 1sts are playing formidable Formby in the Lancashire Cup semi-final and travel in hope after winning 4-3 in Golden Goal time to beat Bolton in the quarter finals and the Women’s 4th team remains unbeaten in the League and Cup having recently overcome a strong Northern team 3-0. With top goalscorers Hollie Scott and Eva Brown leading the way and supported by veteran Kathryn Rushton, who has returned to hockey for the first time since 1998, and youngsters from St Edward’s Aoife Finlay and Rachel Irwin things are going from good to excellent! Following the successful launch of our Junior hockey teams in September with play-
ers from schools including Liverpool College, Archbishop Blanch, St Edwards, Merchant Taylors and King David plus many local primary schools, they start their first competitive hockey with Under 14s girls games at Neston followed by Under 12s and Under 14s Mixed games against Oxton. Then in February the Under 10s and Under 12s girls and boys teams are playing in the England Hockey In2 Hockey Cup at Golborne. It’s a busy time for players, parents and coaches! Looking ahead to March, our newly launched Men’s Veterans Team, co-ordinated by legendary Dave Green, is preparing with hope for the Timperley Veterans Tournament. Any former Sefton players (and others!) are invited to return to hockey as part of our Veterans team.
er, player-manager and manager, managing them in back-to-back FA Trophy finals in the mid-90s (where on one occasion his opposing manager was none other than Martin O’Neill). He then went on to manage Halifax Town and Gateshead FC and was hugely popular and widely respected in non-league football circles. The club would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute to Peter and John for their huge respective contributions to South Liverpool FC and to extend its condolences to their families and friends.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ 1. Which country is bordered by the following countries: Austria, Slovakia, Ukraine, Romania, Serbia, Croatia, & Slovenia? (a) Bulgaria (b) Czech Republic (c) Hungary? 2. Abuja is the capital city of which African country? (a) Kenya (b) Nigeria (c) Uganda? 3. “Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity” is the motto of which U.S. law-enforcement agency? 4. Samuel Langhorne Clemens is the “real name” of which famous American author? (a) F Scott Fitzgerald (b) Mickey Spillane (c) Mark Twain? 5. Which Belgian city was the scene of the first British-German battle of the First World War? (a) Mons (b) Passchendaele (c) Ypres? 6. Who was the fifth wife of Henry VIII? (a) Catherine of Aragon (b) Catherine Howard (c) Catherine Jenkins? 7. Lady Penelope was a character in which well-known 60s TV puppet series? (a) Fireball XL5 (b) Joe 90 (c) Thunderbirds? 8. In what year did Hillary and Tensing become the first mountaineers to climb Everest? (a) 1948 (b) 1953 (c) 1958? 9. Which river flows into the North Sea at Sunderland? (a) Tyne (b) Tees (c) Wear? 10. What is the capital of Scotland? (a) Edinburgh (b) Glasgow (c) Perth Answers in next month's LINK
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WEATHER PLAYS HAVOC WITH LCPL FIXTURES ... By Mick Titherington LOWER BRECK 4, STONEYCROFT 0
THE weather has been the big winner so far in 2016 with many games in the Liverpool County
Premier League called off because of unplayable pitches. This has meant that Stoneycroft have only completed one game so far in January. The game against
league leaders Lower Breck was able to go ahead because the hosts play on a 3G pitch and it certainly seems that the FA see this as the way forward in the future. The start of a New Year
usually brings hope and optimism for the year ahead but any such dreams and aspirations were decidedly absent in this dreary display. Poor distribution enabled the home side to peg the visitors back in their own half and although the Croft back four stuck manfully to their task the team offered no threat at the other end which allowed Lower Breck to settle into a comfort zone and knock
the ball about unhindered. It was therefore only a matter of time before they would break down any resistance. When the goals did come, surprisingly, there was an element of luck associated with them with deflections and bad bounces involved, which was unfortunate for the in-form Croft keeper Morrissey, who had coped well with Breck’s goal attempts. 3-0 down at half time,
one feared the worst for the league strugglers, but an improved display in the second period, coupled with an easing off the gas by the hosts, saw a more balanced performance as the Croft fought to salvage something from the game. Lower Breck added to their tally in the dying minutes with the best goal of the game from exCrofter, Chris McGann, netting with a long range piledriver.