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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR The game has just ended! I’m utterly devastated but have spent the last ten minutes trying (unconvincingly) to persuade my eight-year-old son it’s not the end of the world. It’s all falling on deaf ears just now, but hopefully not for long. We will pick ourselves up and we will come back, and next time we will have experience on our side. Well done boys. Football might not be coming home today, but you will be given a heroes’ welcome when you do. As a Galway girl I have experienced a similar degree of disappointment more times that I wish to acknowledge. So much of the summer (every summer) in Ireland revolves around GAA fixtures and it’s impossible not to get caught up in the excitement. We grow up playing hurling and camogie and the rivalry is intense, especially at club level. Every game is analysed and every move dissected ad infinitum until the next game. Then it starts all over again. Sport can be cruel, but when it’s joyful, there really is nothing quite like it. When you support a team, you become a member of an extensive community. Even though I’m 500 miles from home I feel proud when I fly the Galway flag. That sense of heritage, that wonderful belonging, will stay with me forever. I shall forever be a Galway girl. Of course I’m now also a Suffolk girl and I’ve been as caught up in the excitement of the World Cup as everyone else. Even if you’re not a footy fan, I hope you have engaged with the World Cup in some small way and that the feel-good factor stays with you for a long time. I also hope it inspires you to appreciate the value of shared experience and to seek out opportunities to spend time with others without the expense of a long-haul flight. Whether you choose a sporting activity (either as participant or spectator), a coffee morning, a walk or a talk, there are opportunities aplenty in your local community and I hope In Touch motivates you reach out and grab the ball with both hands.

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NEWS 1ST CAPEL ST MARY SCOUT GROUP Our 50th Birthday Camp at Vauxhall Christian Trust, Vauxhall Farm, Great Wenham at the end of June was held in glorious sunny weather and the Beavers, Cubs and Scouts enjoyed the wonderful facilities there. Activities included rafting on the lake, swimming in the pool, archery, games, glass etching and a bug hunt. Forty or so guests joined us there on the Saturday evening and enjoyed looking at the photo displays and sharing memories together from the first 50 years. Our Group Scout Leader Mr Brian Harvey thanked all those who had made Scouting in Capel St Mary what it is today, and the celebration cake was cut by Dr Mike Bush, the first group treasurer in 1968, and one of our youngest members, seven-year-old Beaver Georgie Gilbert. After supper the evening was brought to a close with campfire singing, with young members and guests alike joining in enthusiastically with the action songs. On the Sunday there was a family barbecue before camp break at 3pm. As we head into the next 50 years we are still urgently looking for volunteers to join us to help keep our Beaver colony running. Beavers meet on Monday evenings during term time; they are boys and girls in the age range six to eight years and they enjoy learning useful skills while having lots of fun! Full support and training will be given. If you are interested in volunteering and would like to find out more, please contact Gill Williams: 07837 154947 / scouts.enquiry@gmail.com Finally, we are fortunate to have been chosen to benefit from the TESCO Bags of Help scheme during July and August. If you are shopping at Tesco Extra at Copdock Mill, or any Tesco Express stores in Ipswich or Manningtree, please vote for us with your blue token that can be obtained at the checkout. The money awarded to us will be put towards sheltering around the Scout Hut to provide more opportunities for putting the OUT in Scouting at Capel St Mary.

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NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH MEETING Wednesday, August 8 In the library from 7.30pm Suffolk Police are assisting in the creation of Neighbourhood Watch within Capel St Mary. With recent crime there has been a lot of interest in residents wanting to be part of this scheme. Please speak with your neighbours and come along to the meeting and make sure your area is covered.

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NEWS MP CONGRATULATES HIGH SCHOOL ART STUDENTS South Suffolk MP, James Cartlidge, congratulated East Bergholt High School Year 10 art students and their teacher for the outstanding murals they painted on boards protecting Capel St Mary’s first-ever War Memorial Monument. The boards will protect the monument until is it dedicated on November 11, the 100th anniversary of the First World War Armistice. Mr Cartlidge said: “I was enormously impressed by the work of the East Bergholt High School students. Their murals are a fitting tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for their country, and raise awareness of this fantastic community project ahead of the monument’s unveiling in November.” On the afternoon after the dedication, the boards will be a significant part of a First World War exhibition in Capel Community Centre. Later, they will be returned to the school. The boards, and other activities by EBHS students and Capel St Mary Primary School pupils, are part of a campaign conducted by Capel St Mary War Memorial Trust to widen awareness of the causes and horror of the First and Second World Wars and the sacrifices made by Capel men and their families.

OPENING OF OUTSIDE PICKLEBALL COURTS IN CAPEL ST MARY On Sunday, July 1, South Suffolk Pickleball celebrated the opening of their four outside courts. The club was formed after the chair, Sue Nicol, discovered Pickleball (a cross between tennis, badmington and table tennis) while on holiday. After returning home she tried to find a club to continue playing, but was disappointed to find that there was nowhere local. South Suffolk Pickleball was formed at the end of January 2018 and now has 40 members ranging in age from 16 to 72 years. Pickleball is the fasted growing racquet sport in North America, but is still in its infancy in the UK, although it is rapidly gaining in popularity. The beauty of this game is that all ages can play together. It is believed that there are only about six or seven clubs who are lucky enough to have outdoor courts. The club also plays indoors at East Bergholt Sports Centre on Monday and Friday evenings and at Hintlesham Community Hall on Thursday mornings. The addition of the outside courts will enable the club to further increase their membership. For more information see: www.southsuffolkpickleball.co.uk / www.facebook.com/groups/sspball

Trust Chairman, Group Captain Gary Bunkell, said that there is huge support from villagers of all ages for the creation of the War Memorial Monument and Memorial Garden around it. He said: “Young people are making a significant contribution to the campaign.” Group Caption Gary Bunkell is pictured with EBHS Head of Art Susanna Spencer, South Suffolk MP James Cartlidge and art students Artemio Gamin, Liam Warburton, Felix Mallett and Thomas Butcher.

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SAFER NEIGHBOURHOOD TEAM Hello, I’m Pc 1397 Dave Wright and I am your new Community Engagement Officer (CEO). I’ve been a police officer with Suffolk Constabulary for 12 years, having spent all that time on a response team based in Ipswich, and I am very much looking forward to this new and challenging role and I look forward to meeting you while I’m out and about. Just to explain a bit about my new role within the community, on June 18 Suffolk Constabulary introduced nine new Community Engagement Officers to cover Suffolk. As a CEO, I will work alongside your existing Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) in tackling locality based crime, antisocial behaviour and problem solving key local issues. I will be visible and accessible with the aim of strengthening engagement within communities and will work with partners and the voluntary sector, highlight and promote public events, develop and support volunteering opportunities, support crime prevention initiatives and ensure timely information is provided to the public using various forms of digital media such as Twitter and Facebook.

with those from the Ipswich West, East and Central SNTs are all working together to target the hot spot areas that were identified last month with these hot spot areas being patrolled regularly by officers on both foot and in vehicles. If you want to keep up-to-date with the latest policing news in your area, why not subscribe to Police Connect? Police Connect is a messaging service connecting you to the very latest policing news for your area via email, text or phone and there is no charge for this service – all messages you receive are free. You can register to receive information about the issues that most matter to you and be among the first to be alerted by police in the case of an emergency affecting your area. You can choose to receive regular updates on crime and public appeals, safety advice and meetings and events. There is the option to receive information about a range of specific interest areas – such as ‘rural’ or ‘rivers and coastal’ – as well as updates for business owners and news from your Police and Crime Commissioner. To find out more and to register for this service visit: https://www.suffolk.police.uk/services/police-connect

I will be using the Hadleigh SNT Twitter account to post updates, but I also have my own Facebook page which can be accessed from the main Suffolk Constabulary Facebook page by typing ‘Ipswich West & Hadleigh Police’ in the search box. I can also be contacted at: CEOipwesthadleigh@suffolk.pnn.police.uk

If you have any quires or questions please contact Hadleigh SNT at Hadleigh Police Station, Magdalen Road, Hadleigh IP7 5AD

July saw the start of Operation Parkland, the Constabulary’s initiative in South Suffolk to tackle anti-social behaviour and associated criminality in the summer months. Officers from your local Hadleigh SNT, along

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NEWS CAPEL ST MARY PARISH COUNCIL REPORT FROM THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 9 Present at the meeting were Councillors Bishop, Fenn, Hole, Kilby, Matthews (chair), Powell, Rogers, Thomas, Weaver, White, County Councillor Jones, District Councillor Swan, Julie Lawes (clerk) and three members of the public. VILLAGE DEFIBRILLATOR We had a really successful training session on basic life support and everyone who attended learnt something new. Part of the training looked at how to access and use a defibrillator, or ‘defib’ for short. We are very blessed to have one outside the Co-op. Defibs are actually very easy to use, but people are often nervous or scared to use them. The quicker a shock is administered (when appropriate) during a cardiac arrest, the better the survival chances. To access the defib you need to ring 999 and give them the postcode of the defib box – it is written in the bottom right hand corner of the bright yellow box. They will then give you the access code needed to open the box. Once you have opened the external box, the defib itself is in a portable ‘go bag’ so grab it and run back to your patient. It gives you clear audible instructions on what to do next. It has pictures on both the pads so you know where to put them. It will then tell you to stop CPR while it analyses the pulse. If a shock is required, the defib will tell you that and tell everyone to stand clear. Ensure no one is touching the patient and then press the button to administer the shock. The person’s body will ‘jump’ when the shock is administered and that is normal. If no shock is required, then it will tell you that and advise you to continue CPR until the paramedics arrive. We are going to look into the cost and funding for buying a training defib so that we can attend various groups around the village and run sessions on how to use it. Our youngest attendee at the course was a nine-year-old and she has gone on to teach her siblings how to perform CPR. You are never too young to learn how to save a life!

The following Planning Applications were recommended for approval to Babergh District Council: • B/18/02645, The Conifers, London Road – Erection of single and two storey rear extension including garage conversion • B/18/02618, 12 Chapel Close – Erection of first floor side extension • B/18/02726, Tiffanys, Mill Hill – Erection of two storey side extension was recommended for refusal due to overdevelopment A group has been created by volunteers of the village to keep the Nature Reserve area clean and tidy. They hope to make this a usable area all year round. Extra support is always appreciated. Julie Lawes The next meeting of the Capel St Mary Parish Council will be on Monday, September 10 in the library. We do not meet in August. There is an open session at each meeting when members of the public may speak. The actual minutes of the meeting are available for viewing at the parish council office at 27a The Street, Capel St Mary, which is open on Tuesdays from 10am-noon and on Fridays from 1-3pm. The parish clerk can be contacted on 01473 314103 during these times. An answer phone operates outside these hours and messages are picked up every day. Alternatively contact can be made by email at: capel.parishclerk@btinternet.com DEVELOPMENT IN CAPEL ST MARY AND INFRASTRUCTURE Thank you to all the residents who returned the questionnaire asking for priorities for infrastructure in the village.

Caroline, your Parish Nurse

As you would expect, the large majority of respondents, almost 90 per cent, asked for improved medical facilities, however I am informed by the NHS that a grant was recently awarded to improve the facilities at the surgery. This was for an accessible entrance and to renovate clinician’s rooms. Also NHS have been made aware that there is capacity overall at Constable Country Medical Practice and extra clinicians could be provided at East Bergholt.

Caroline: 07588 706869 / Caroline@CapelParishNurses.org.uk / Wed & Fri 9.30am-2.30pm

Village roads and car parking in the centre of the village are also priorities, although some respondents stated ‘roads’ and were not specific.

Margaret: 07588 698284 / Margaret@CapelParishNurses.org.uk / Mon & Wed 9am-4pm

Recreation, the pavilion, facilities for teenagers and play equipment if added together was on 42 per cent of returns

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As the parish council have commenced work on a Neighbourhood Plan we have made arrangements to meet with members of the Community Trust and developers to detail our requirements for the village. Planning officers from BDC will also be in attendance. Already we have met with Martin Scott from Scott Properties, but this can in no way be seen as a predetermination of the forthcoming application and is not a sign of approval. As in previous applications we will seek the views of residents, make our recommendation and employ Andrew Cann to write a response and represent the PC at Planning Committee if so directed by residents. Scott Properties will include on their plan more land for the Playing Field, which will be five acres to compensate for an emergency exit which was detailed on their plans at the consultation event. It could be possible that a new Methodist Church could be located on this site also. A meeting will be held with Persimmon Homes on July 18. They already have Outline Planning Permission for 100 houses off Longfield Road. Discussions will involve the timescale, type of homes proposed and parking issues on Thorney Road. Capel St Mary Parish Council Chair Chris Matthews

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NEWS NOTES FROM THE CASE SUFFOLK’S FIRST CO-OPERATIVE PUB Monthly quizzes continue on Saturday, July 28 and Saturday, August 25. The start time is 8.30pm and there will be supper beforehand (booking essential). We hope to provide a curry, but please check the website or the board in the pub. Open Mic night as usual is on the first Tuesday of the month, August 7. Come and join in or just listen. August Bank Holiday As well as our regular Sunday lunches on Sunday 26, there will be games in the garden in the afternoon. On Monday 27 there will be a barbecue from 12.30pm and music provided by Robbie Gladwell from 2.30pm. Come and have fun in the sun! Too hot to cook? Then why not book for Sunday lunch at The Case? A wide range of dishes are available including veggie and children’s meals, with mouth-watering puddings. Prior booking is advised. See the website or Facebook for details. Lunchtime snacks are available on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from noon-2pm. Anyone who has sampled them will tell you these are great value for money, with sandwiches (including salad and crisps) from £4.50 and ploughman’s lunches at £6. Daily specials are also available. A huge thank you is due to all those ladies and gentlemen who made cakes for the summer garden party last month. We never fail to be overwhelmed by the generosity of those who offer their skills and produce such a wonderful spread, the sale of which pays for the jazz band and allows everyone to have a good time. Speaking of which… we are planning to hold a Macmillan Coffee Morning (though it may be an afternoon!) next month, so you may need to keep your wooden spoons on standby. Keep and eye on the website for details. And finally, the perennial plea! If you would like to be part of our success by volunteering in some capacity, whether customer facing (bar, front of house) or behind the scenes (ordering, cleaning, gardening and many other roles), please don’t be shy; we would very much love to hear from you. Pick up a leaflet from the pub to learn more. 01473 805575 / www.thecasepubbentley.co.uk/whats-on

CAPEL GARAGE SALE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

CONSTABLE COUNTRY MEDICAL PRACTICE Summer heatwaves We have experienced some excellent weather so far this year, and hopefully it will continue. However, a hot summer can be dangerous, especially for the very young or very old or those with chronic diseases. Advice on how to reduce the risk to either for yourself or somebody you know can be obtained from NHS Choices. On very hot days Public Health advice is as follows: • Stay out of the sun. • Keep your home as cool as possible – shading windows and shutting them during the day may help. Open them when it is cooler at night. • Keep drinking fluids. • If there’s anybody you know, for example an older person living on their own, who might be at special risk, make sure they know what to do. • If you are worried about what to do, either for yourself or somebody you know who you think might be at risk, you can also speak to your pharmacy, phone 111 or ring the practice. Appointment System We hope you have noticed the changes we have made to our appointment system over the last couple of years. We now have fewer patients queuing at the practice at 8am for an appointment (some days there is no queue at all) and the number of calls we receive at 8am has decreased. The main reason for this is our commitment that whatever time of the day you contact the practice you will be able to speak to a doctor if you need to and will be seen in person the same day if you need to be (unless demand is exceptionally high). We are fortunate to have six permanent doctors and two nurse practitioners. This means that we do not need to employ locum doctors very often. Our clinical pharmacist also works three days a week, which frees up our doctors to spend more time with patients. We hope you are benefitting from the changes. We are always keen to receive feedback when our system is working well or if you feel we can improve it further. Training Days A reminder that the practice will be closed from 1pm on the following dates for staff training: Thursday, September 13 and Wednesday, October 10. On these afternoons the Capel St Mary building will be open to enable access to the pharmacy but the practice reception will be closed. East Bergholt reception will be open. Please note that there will be no clinicians at either building after 1pm as they will be attending training off-site. If you phone the practice the recorded message will ask you to ring 111 for medical assistance if your problem cannot wait until the next day. Practice Manager Pete Keeble

In support of Facial Palsy UK On Sunday, September 16, there will be a village garage sale from 10am-4pm. If you would like to participate and have your location marked on our map, we are asking for a minimum £5 donation. This money will go straight to Facial Palsy UK. You will receive a poster to display at your property on the day of the sale to show your support for this cause and your location will be marked on our map. For more information or to book your spot on the map, please contact Lisa Blumsum (01473 312248 / 07745 520564) or Jo Green (07484 256903) by August 12. Please note, after this date, no further address will be added to the list to allow time to print the maps and distribute them.

NEW TROPICAL FISH SHOP AT TATTINGSTONE GARDEN CENTRE A new tropical fish shop, Scope Aquatics, owned and managed by Oli Saunders, has recently opened within the grounds of Tattingstone Garden Centre. Oli decided to pursue his passion for tropical fish and has transformed an area within the greenhouse into a separate shop containing over 70 tanks containing over 230 species, with different fish arriving every week. He has a separate section for all the other products a customer would require. There is a large selection of Central/South American Cichlids, this being his speciality. Oli is happy to offer advice on the keeping and maintenance of the fish and hopes to expand into pond fish in the near future. Scope Aquatics, Tattingstone Garden Centre, 4 The Heath, Tattingstone IP9 2LX / 07342 981775

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REPORT TO PARISHES, MID-SAMFORD WARD: JULY 2018 BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCILLOR SUE CARPENDALE Update on Hadleigh Office Site The June council decided to adopt one of three options proposed for the regeneration of Babergh’s former offices. They will now focus on developing a planning application for some 58 new homes, predominantly apartments, but with some new build houses. The listed buildings must be maintained but adapted, and some of the 1980’s extensions will also be developed into apartments. Sadly, what is probably the best council chamber in the county will be demolished to make way for this project. Before opting for housing, assessments for other uses were investigated. • Commercial office space: the current market within a seven-mile radius of the site is for space considerably smaller than Corks Lane, with very low demand. It seems unlikely that an organisation of significant size would be looking to relocate in Hadleigh. • Retail: very little local demand and considered to be too far from the town centre. • Leisure use: e.g. a boutique hotel as part of a mixed development – is viewed as a weak and unpromising market. • Residential care: a possibility, but McCarthy and Stone currently have a scheme under development in the High Street, and the problems associated with the flood plain limit this option. • Residential: Hadleigh is an emerging town, with good demand for housing and situated within commuting distance of the city. The preferred option, therefore, is to retain and convert all the listed buildings and the part of the 1980’s extension that lends itself to conversion. Bridge House will be demolished with some new-build homes

on that area of the site. The current open green space will be protected. All of the assessments and designs were carried out by consultants. It remains to be seen how and by whom this regeneration will be taken forward. There are lingering concerns amongst members about the actual commercial value of the site to the council and whether there will be the promised revenue stream to help the council’s finances. Arguments about the impact and benefits of moving to Endeavour House continue. We are aware of significant staff turnover in the last year, with many experienced officers leaving us, and issues of sickness and stress. There is at least some good news in that the Council anticipates shortly hiring some new officers to the planning teams. Councillor Allowances The report and recommendations from the Independent Remuneration Panel predictably caused much argument. As the annual allowance (fully taxable) paid to councillors had not been reviewed for some years and at Babergh had fallen below comparable councils, the proposed percentage increase seemed high. While many councillors are older and retired, there is a real need to encourage younger people to come forward and be compensated to some extent for time and money lost at work. Councillors carrying out both their official duties and dealing with case work in their local patch, are probably busy at least 25 hours a week. Past panels have said councillors should regard at least half of their time as voluntary, but that there should also be some financial compensation. sue.carpendale@babergh.gov.uk

BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCILLOR FENELLA SWAN Electric Vehicle Charging Point comes to Hadleigh Babergh District Council have installed a ‘fast’ charging point for electric vehicles at the Maiden Way Car Park in Hadleigh. Up to two cars at a time can use the point at two special parking bays. Electric vehicles can charge using the Type 2 Mennekes connector, the most common electric charging connection. The point provides electricity at a cost of 30p per kW with a £1 connection fee. Payment is accepted via a smartphone app or using a contactless RFID Card available from EVDriver. Property Investment Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council’s property investment management company, CIFCO Capital Ltd, has made six acquisitions in its first year which are generating an annual return of £1.4million. Each of the two councils has invested £25million and has a 50 per cent shareholding in CIFCO, which reports to two holding companies, Babergh District Council (Suffolk Holdings) and Mid Suffolk District Council (Suffolk Holdings).

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A report to the Joint Overview and Scrutiny Committee in June showed that at the end of the first year’s trading, a total of £23,572,000 has been invested by CIFCO in six assets, generating a total of £1,410,466 in annual rental income. Although the financial details are commercially sensitive, the report shows that 36 out of 46 potential assets were rejected. CIFCO submitted offers on the other 10 assets and acquired six.

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CIFCO is on target to invest the full £50million six months ahead of schedule. Once fully invested, the entire portfolio is expected to generate around £2.8million a year.

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NEWS THE FRIENDS OF ST MARY’S SCARECROW TRAIL Thursday 21 – Sunday 24 June 2018 We hope you all enjoyed the trail and the extended time it was on for. The response to this has been really good and we hope you appreciated the efforts of those who had made the scarecrows. Below are the correct answers. Thank you to everyone who made a scarecrow and also all who took part in the trail.

divided opinions regarding the favourite scarecrow; 19 different scarecrows were nominated and three had equal votes, so again the names were put into a hat. The winning votes went to Cut Down in their Prime at the War Memorial, Unimportant Person at 70 The Street and Bear Grylls at 1 Ash Grove. The winner was Cut Down in their Prime. Again congratulations!

This year the weather was really kind to us. Our only glitch this year was a rather important football match on the Sunday.

Seven people got 47 correct and six of these got the same two wrong, they got Courage Calls to Courage Everywhere and Millicent Fawcett the wrong way round, but many others got those two correct.

Four people got all 49 scarecrows correct. They were Mo and Jim Hill, Sally Hunt, Caroline Ursell and Jo Harris. The names were put into a hat and the winner was Caroline. Congratulations to you all! Again there were a lot of NO

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The committee would like to thank the Co-op and Drayton Insurance Services for selling the forms for us.

THE SCARECROW YOU SAW

ADDRESS

THE SCARECROW YOU SAW

1 23 Thorney Road

Courage Calls to Courage Everywhere

70 The Street

Unimportant Person

1 Ash Grove

Bear Grylls

27 7 Chapel Close

Measure twice, cut once, should have gone to….

2 Snowcroft

Farewell

1 Little Grove

Olave (by 1st Capel Brownies)

6 Tollgate

Beauty and the Beast

The School, The Street

Reggie Veggie

108 The Street

Jack of all Trade

4 20 Snowcroft

Robins at Forest School (by Robin’s Childcare)

39 Snowcroft

Can you see them?

30 Thorney Road

You’re Welcome

3 Crotchets Close

Karate Kid

87 The Street

Shiver me Timbers

8 4 Penny Meadow

I wasn’t going to eat it. I was only going to taste it!

Ashpound Cottage

Happy Feet

Allotment Site

Old Plotter

3 Peters Grove

Cocoa

Church Steps

Scarecrow

18 Winding Piece

I’m wondering what to read next!

19 Winding Piece

Invisible Man

134, The Street

Marvin

66 Thorney Road

Mrs Mopp

Pine View, Mill Hill

On your marks, get set…

6 Garrods

Royal Chicken

2 Windmill Hill

Barry B Benson

8 Garrods

Bad Weather Soldier

Cedars House, Mill Hill

Markle Sparkle

12 Two Acres

It Happens!

1 Dawes Close

Sewing Bee

6 Broom Way

The Sky is Falling

Green Vale, Days Road

City Slicker

6 Glebe End

Fe Masculum

Wenham View

Butterfly Lady

4 Little Tufts

Rapunzel

1 Days Green

Better to tell the truth!

1a The Street

Millicent Fawcett

4 Days Green

Forces Sweetheart

1 London Road

Fiona

Church

We’ll meet again

4 London Road

Mid Field Dynamo

12 Friars

If I only had a Heart

46 Church

Owl be there for you (by 2nd Capel Brownies)

Sunny July Cottage

Peek-a-boo

War Memorial

Cut Down in their Prime

47 Church

Brussel Sprout (by Capel Scout Group)

Church

Portrait Artist (by Art for Fun Club)

Church

Black Swan (by FunDancing)

25 Community Centre

Spiderman (by the Community Trust/Association)

POSTER REMOVAL

CAPEL IRISH SET DANCE GROUP

For the last three Messy Church events our posters round the village have been removed! This is extremely annoying so would the person who is doing this please let us know why. If you have a valid reason, then talk to us. Otherwise please stop doing it. This is a family event run for the community and posters are our main means of publicity. I understand other posters have also been removed. A lot of time and effort goes into organising events for the village, as well as printing costs!

Capel Irish Set Dance Group meets at St Mary’s Church Hall on the third Sunday of every month (except August and the second Sunday in December) from 2-5.30pm.

Maggie Boswell: Maggie3@btinternet.com

We are a friendly group and it’s not necessary to have a partner. In fact you’re welcome to come along just to enjoy the music. The remaining dates for 2017 are: November 19 and December 10. Hope to see you, Hille and Trevor Peartree, 01473 310146 Chris and Marjorie Haste, 01473 311615

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OUT & ABOUT ACORN VILLAGE DOG SHOW

FRIENDS OF CAPEL LIBRARY

Thank you to everyone who attended the Acorn Village Dog Show on July 7 to help raise funds for adults with learning disabilities at Acorn Village. After rain last year we didn’t expect a heatwave and we were so grateful to Marie and Stelios from Highcliff Veterinary Surgeon for their advice and support throughout the day, as well as their fabulous judging skills.

Well here I am sitting at my keyboard on a hot, sunny afternoon. It’s 23C outside and I’m desperately trying to think of ideas to write about. I would like to tell you that we have been celebrating England winning the World Cup, Chris Froome winning the Tour De France or Johanna Konta winning Wimbledon, but without the benefit of a crystal ball I can only hope some of these became reality.

It was wonderful to see the dogs enjoying the cool-down pools and taking advantage of the free wet towels. A huge thank you to all of the volunteers, demonstrators and sponsors; we cannot put on any events without their help. And a big thank you to the 1334 Manningtree Squadron Air Cadets who excelled themselves with their professionalism both during the event and helping afterwards, and to all of the general public who came despite the heatwave and the England game. You’ve helped raise over £3,000 to improve the lives of adults with learning disabilities. Picture by Simon Tavner

I can tell you about some past and future events. At our recent Alzheimer’s Society Cupcake Day we were lucky enough to raise £135 for this very worthy cause. Thank you for all of your support and for all of the wonderful cakes that were either baked or donated. I think I can honestly say that everybody who attended thoroughly enjoyed eating them. If you have children who like building with Lego, why not bring them along to Capel Creators Club in the library on Saturday, August 18 at 10.30am. We provide the Lego; all you need to provide is the imagination. The club is held monthly and each session is themed. If you choose to build to the theme you can enter the monthly competition which is judged by your fellow creators. Attendance is 50p per child and includes a cold drink and a biscuit. We’re on a run of really enjoyable films, The Greatest Showman in June, followed by the very funny film Finding Your Feet in July. Our next showing, Darkest Hour, is no exception and is expected to be extremely popular so get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. The film is being screened on August 21 (doors open 7pm) and is “a thrilling and inspiring true story that begins at the precipice of World War II as, within days of becoming Prime Minister of Great Britain, Winston Churchill (Academy Award nominee Gary Oldman) must face one of his most turbulent and defining trials: exploring a negotiated peace treaty with Nazi Germany, or standing firm to fight for the ideals, liberty and freedom of a nation.” We will again be attending Bentley Funday on September 9, with lots of books for sale at unbelievable prices. Please come along and say hello, get some reading material for the long winter nights and take the opportunity to support the library by joining the Friends Group. All you have to do is be a member of Suffolk Libraries and be over 18 years old. We will have plenty of application forms available and membership is a mere £1 per annum and, as always, all monies raised will help us to maintain or upgrade facilities at the library. One last date for your diary is Saturday, November 24, when we will be holding our annual quiz night. Last year’s proved to be a very popular event, with 17 teams entering. Hopefully we can beat that this year. Trevor Stevenson

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CAPEL ST MARY & LITTLE WENHAM COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

IN THE COMMUNITY CENTRE

BT SPORT Available on the Big Screen in the Vine Lounge!

FREE WI-FI In both Bars!

CARD PAYMENT SERVICE now available!

FREE TABLE TENNIS Subject to Hall availability! The Member’s Draw takes place every Friday night in the Vine Lounge. BIG CASH PRIZES The winning member must be present in the Village Hall Complex to win or have had a go on the FRIDAY NIGHT DRAW!

“BINGO” THURSDAY 16th August DOORS OPEN AT 7.30pm In the Vine Lounge Books £1 Or 6 Books £5 EYES DOWN 8.30pm “KARAOKE” SATURDAY 25th August DOORS OPEN AT 7.30pm In the Vine Lounge FREE ENTRY! “BAR OLYMPICS” SUNDAY 26th AUGUST - FROM 5pm In the Family Bar Over 35’s V Under 35’s Pool, Darts, Table Tennis! “BINGO” THURSDAY 20th September DOORS OPEN AT 7.30pm In the Vine Lounge Books £1 Or 6 Books £5 EYES DOWN 8.30pm “STIFF IN THE MORNING” SATURDAY 29th September- DOORS OPEN AT 7.30pm In the Village Hall Tickets : Members £5.00 Non-Members £7.50 Back by popular demand, covering a vast range of songs and guaranteed to get the party started! To buy Tickets or book Quiz Teams, call in the Village Bar or ring Ruth - 07548130293 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE EVENTS MENTIONED ON THIS PAGE VISIT CAPEL VILLAGE BAR FACEBOOK PAGE OR THE WEBSITE

2018 Association Membership Membership renewal is due in January each year. Application forms are available from Capel Village Bar In Touch

OUT & ABOUT VILLAGE HALL DIARY, AUGUST 2018 Wednesday 1 Carpet Bowls, 6.30-10.30pm, hall

Thursday 23 Coffee Shop, 10am-noon, hall

Thursday 2 Coffee Shop, 10am-noon, hall

Friday 24 Strength and Balance Class, 10.30-11.30am, hall

Friday 3 Strength and Balance Class, 10.30-11.30am, hall

Saturday 25 Dog Training, 9.30-11.30am, hall Karaoke, 7.30-11.30pm, Vine Lounge

Saturday 4 Dog Training, 9.30-11.30am, hall Tuesday 7 Beacon Coffee Shop, 9am-12.30pm, Vine Lounge Carpet Bowls, 1.30-5pm, hall Ballroom Dance (private lessons), 6.15-8.15pm, hall Ballroom (all levels), 8.15-9.15pm, hall Wednesday 8 Carpet Bowls, 6.30-10.30pm, hall Thursday 9 Coffee Shop, 10am-noon, hall Friday 10 Strength and Balance Class, 10.30-11.30am, hall Saturday 11 Dog Training, 9.30-11.30am, hall Tuesday 14 Beacon Coffee Shop, 9am-12.30pm, Vine Lounge Carpet Bowls, 1.30-5pm, hall Ballroom (private lessons), 6.15-8.15pm, hall Ballroom (all levels), 8.15-9.15pm, hall Bereavement Counselling, 6-8pm, library

Sunday 26 Bar Olympis – See opposite Tuesday 28 Beacon Coffee Shop, 9am-12.30pm, Vine Lounge Carpet Bowls, 1.30-5pm, hall Ballroom (private lessons), 6.15-8.15pm, hall Ballroom (all levels), 8.15-9.15pm, hall Bereavement Counselling, 6-8pm, library Wednesday 29 Carpet Bowls, 6.30-10.30pm, hall Thursday 30 Coffee Shop, 10am-noon, hall Friday 31 Strength and Balance Class, 10.30-11.30am, hall A CELEBRATION OF LIFE If you would like to celebrate the life of someone you loved who has passed away, you can hire the Vine Lounge in the village hall complex most weekdays for just £75. All enquiries to Mandy.

Thursday 16 Coffee Shop, 10am-noon, hall Bingo, 7.30-11pm, Vine Lounge

FUNCTION ROOMS FOR HIRE If you are organising a party, social event or business meeting, or just want a get together with family and friends, why not book the village hall, Vine Lounge, library or stage? We can cater for parties between 20 and 200 people at very competitive rates. Rooms are available during the daytime or evenings. Facilities include a fully licensed bar and a kitchen preparation area with prices starting from as little as £10 an hour for the library, £15 an hour for the hall and the Vine Lounge is £88 for an evening. All enquires to Mandy.

Friday 17 Strength and Balance Class, 10.30-11.30am, hall

CONTACTS Village Bar: 01473 311766

Saturday 18 Dog Training, 9.30-11.30am, hall

Mandy Marshall (events and hiring): 01473 312026 / bookings@capelcommunitytrust.org

Wednesday 15 Carpet Bowls, 6.30-10.30pm, hall

Tuesday 21 Beacon Coffee Shop, 9am-12.30pm, Vine Lounge Carpet Bowls, 1.30-5pm, hall Ballroom (private lessons), 6.15-8.15pm, hall Ballroom (all levels), 8.15-9.15pm, hall Community Cinema, 6-8pm, library Wednesday 22 Carpet Bowls, 6.30-10.30pm, hall

FREE ROOM HIRE:

SPECIAL OFFER FOR A TRIAL PERIOD Do you have a celebration coming up? If you are a member of Capel Community Association you may be eligible for free room hire for an adult party in the hall or Vine Lounge. For further details, please contact Mandy on 01473 312026. Terms and conditions do apply.

DOCTORS SURGERY ROTA

SUFFOLK BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT (SBS)

Do you drive, and do you have some time to offer?

Recently bereaved or experiencing a delayed reaction? Are you in need of help and support?

The Capel Doctors Surgery Transport Rota needs some more volunteers. Volunteers take patients who are unable to get from home to the surgery and back. We currently have about 15 volunteers who are contacted on a rota, usually once a month, and more volunteers would reduce the frequency of call outs. The scheme is regulated by the Anglican Church, through an agreement with the surgery and the Patient Participation Group. If you would be prepared to offer your help, please contact Chris Yule to discuss the details: 01473 310992 / chris.yule2@tiscali.co.uk

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Why not join a small focused group sharing bereavement issues? Groups are led by an experienced facilitator creating a warm, safe environment in which to explore the many aspects of loss. Groups are held in Hadleigh (afternoon) and Capel St Mary (evening) and are free to Suffolk residents. For more details or to reserve a place contact Patrick or Margaret: sbsg246@gmail.com / 01206 299832

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OUT & ABOUT CAPEL LIBRARY This year’s Summer Reading Scheme, Mischief Makers, is in full flow with the children well into their stride of reading their six books towards gaining their medal and certificate. It’s not too late to start as long as you are committed to reading six books for the remaining time left. Do come in and join in the fun.

ST MICHAEL’S MONTHLY MARKET The next market at St Michael’s, The Church on the Park, Woolverstone is on Saturday, August 11, 9am-12.30pm.

Please be patient if there is a queue at busy times, weekend times tend to be quieter. In busy times the volunteer will listen to one book only; if you have another one to share then re-take your turn or return on another session. Thank you for your understanding.

We are having another Pet Market this month so please bring your dogs, donkeys, etc.

A reminder that the volunteer hours are as follows:

Of course we will also have all your favourite market stalls; fruit, vegetables, cakes, bread, meat and an interesting range of handcrafted items.

Wednesday: 10am-noon

East End Butchers are pleased to be the market’s resident meat supplier. If you would like to place on order with them it can be collected at the market each month. Their number for orders is 01206 392190. Come along to mingle with your friends, have a cup of coffee and a bacon buttie and enjoy the lovely venue. New stalls welcome. Contact Jane Gould: 01473 780777

MANNINGTREE & DISTRICT PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY With the summer break now well underway, the society has several informal social events for members to enjoy with a visit to Beth Chatto’s gardens and a summer barbecue planned. Other events are also being arranged and a few members accepted an invitation to join the Harwich Photographic Club for a very interesting and informative talk on astro photography. Two of our members are in the process of organising a ‘photography marathon’ to take place in September. Catching the Sun, David Garnham

Our 2018/2019 season will commence in September and run through to May 2019. We meet twice monthly on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm at the St Johns Centre, Station Road, Manningtree CO11 1EB. A number of informal ‘Rookie Club’ evenings are also arranged where members can refresh their skills and share experiences. New members are welcome to join for the forthcoming season or may attend initially as a visitor. Please contact our secretary for details: 01206 396958 / madps@post.com www.manningtreeanddistrictphotographicsociety.co.uk

EAST BERGHOLT HIGH SCHOOL CAR BOOT SALE East Bergholt High School Sunday, September 16, 9.30am-noon Admission 50p, refreshments available, free car park Pitches in advance: cars £5, with trailers £7, domestic vans £10 / £1 extra on the day

Tuesday: 10am-noon & 2-4pm Thursday: 10am-noon Friday: 2-4pm & 5.30-6.30pm Saturday: 10am-noon & 1.30-2.30pm Sunday: 10.30am-12.30pm & 1-2.30pm There is no Baby Bounce or Library Book Group meeting in August. Capel Creators will meet on Saturday 18 from 10.30am-12.30pm. Children under eight must be accompanied by an adult and there is a charge of 50p per child which includes a drink and a biscuit. We look forward to seeing you. Please remember to bring in your library card on each visit. If you have moved house recently or changed email providers, don’t forget to ask the staff to update your details. Please bring in an extra form of id to prove that it is you. We sell books of first and second class stamps and also book tokens. OPENING TIMES Monday: Closed Tuesday: 9.30am-12.30pm and 2-5.30pm Wednesday: 9.30am-12.30pm Thursday: 9.30am-12.30pm Friday: 2-5pm and 5.30-7.30pm Saturday: 9am-3pm Sunday: 10am-3pm Contact: 01473 311699

CLASH AVOIDER This diary has been introduced to help avoid date clashes in the village. Every effort will made to keep this list up-to-date, but please be aware that sometimes dates may be cancelled, postponed or re-arranged at short notice. This diary is not intended to be an all-inclusive what’s on and will only highlight significant dates. If you want to add an event please submit in the following format (date, event, venue and contact) to sharon@intouchnews.co.uk with Capel Event Diary in the subject line. Saturday, July 28: Allotments Summer BBQ from 5.30pm Saturday, September 1 & Sunday, September 2: Capel St Mary Allotments Association Annual Flower & Produce Show, Capel Village Hall. Contact: show. secretary@capelallotments.co.uk Saturday, September 15: Messy Church, 3.30-5.30pm. Contact Maggie Boswell: 01473 310766 / maggie3@btinternet.com Saturday, September 29: Scout Jumble Sale. Contact Sandra: 01473 312114 Saturday, September 29: Coffee Morning with various stalls at Capel Methodist Church, 10am-noon. Contact Sally: 07875 366120

No traders

Gates open 8.30am for sellers

Saturday, November 3: Firework Night at the Playing Field

( 07776 291445

Saturday, December 8: St Mary’s Christmas Coffee Morning, 10am-noon

Sunday, October 14: Allotments Autumn Work-in, 9am-noon

Saturday & Sunday, June 22 & 23 2019: Village Scarecrow Trail. Contact Jim Hill: 01473 311294

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OUT & ABOUT STOUR VALLEY U3A

MANNINGTREE POETRY GROUP

Around the World in a Container Ship was the interesting talk by Peter Hesketh, a former police officer and merchant navy purser on Wednesday, July 11. As a lone passenger for around four months it positively was not a cruise. He explained the attraction of and comments on, life at sea when the ship spends so little time in port.

The next meeting of Poetry Plus will take place at 7.30pm on Tuesday, August 14 at the Red Lion, South Street, Manningtree.

As suggested by members we are introducing our first August meeting on Wednesday, August 8, when Tania Harrington MA, artist, art lover and researcher will talk on Art Attack – A History of Vandalism In Art. She will look at works of art that have been vandalised over the years and the reasons behind these criminal attacks, divided into political motivations, mad attacks and artist attacks. It will be a serious, at times disturbing, but also humorous illustrated talk.

All those interested in poetry are invited to attend either to listen to the spoken word or to read poetry themselves. Some people will be reading their own poetry and some will choose to read the work of other poets. There is no admission charge. To keep up-to-date please visit: www.poetryplus.org.uk

CAPEL LADIES CLUB

On September 12 historian Taff Gillingham will present a very British view on Remembrance and The Great War. Taff advises filmmakers, emphasising the need for historical accuracy on the 1914/18 War. Our main purpose is to encourage lifelong learning for those who are no longer in full time employment and emphasis is always placed on making learning active and fun as well as helping in developing friendships. We have a wide range of groups including language study, country walking and computer studies and groups that visit gardens, churches and historic buildings. In the main, membership is drawn from communities in the lower Stour Valley and adjacent areas including Brantham, Capel St Mary, Dedham, East Bergholt, Holbrook, Lawford, Manningtree, Raydon and Stratford St Mary. We are affiliated to the ThirdAge Trust, have over 260 members and 21 groups. For further information please visit www.stourvalleyu3a.org.uk where membership secretary Gillian Gibbs may be contacted. We meet at Constable Hall, Gandish Road, East Bergholt CO7 6TP at 2.15pm. Annual membership is £12 which entitles members to attend meetings on the second Wednesday of each month, except August and December.

STOUR VALLEY MEN’S PROBUS CLUB John Field introduced us to The Treasures of Ipswich on July 4 and we held our summer buffet at the popular Haywain on July 18 when our spouses and Probus widows joined us for an enjoyable event and a tasty meal. We don’t meet in August and return on Wednesday, September 5 when Tracey Mackneww of the Giggly Pie Co will present her life story. Then on Wednesday, September 19, David Ablewhite will return to tell us about The Other Prince William. Norman Jacobs talks about Pie ’n’ Mash & Prefabs on October 3 and two weeks later on October 17, Sally Chicken’s talk is on The Regeneration of Shotley Pier. Our club endeavours to be simple in structure, free of the constraints and obligations of service clubs and involve members at minimal cost. The club is directed primarily to providing fellowship between members who are compatible with each other and the opportunity for development of acquaintances. New members are welcomed.

Oliver by the Orchard Players Hearty congratulations are due to The Orchard Players and director Glyn Hill for their stunning production of Oliver, their annual summer show for this year. It was without doubt one of the best versions of this show that I personally have seen, and judging by the audience reaction on the night when Capel Ladies watched it, I wasn’t the only person to think so. Oliver is one of the best-loved of British musicals with so many memorable songs and a great storyline, but it still needs an able team of performers to step up and do it justice, and that’s exactly what the Orchard Players did. There was a large cast of 40, including 15 youngsters, many of whom had never performed before. The setting of Victorian London seemed to extend into the auditorium with brick paper covering the front and sides of the stage, and there was a tall, brick tower to one side which Bill Sykes climbed as he fled the Bow Street Runners. Even the talented musicians who played live for the performances were in their own sectioned-off corner with a washing line of ‘wipes’ (the silk handkerchiefs that Fagin’s urchins regularly pick-pocketed) hanging up around them. Scene changes – and there were lots of these – were executed efficiently and seamlessly, and the costumes were amazing. The lighting and special effects, like the murder scene, previously filmed in silhouette, also added to the atmosphere. But the stars of the show were the actors themselves – each character portrayed just as you would have expected to see them in a London show. Fagin, as the cunning, silver-tongued Jewish ‘protector’ of the gang of urchins, Bill Sikes, terrifying as the murderous criminal, and Nancy as the loyal, caring street-girl who loved him in spite of his cruelty towards her. Her version of As Long As He Needs Me brought a tear to my eye.

We meet on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at St John Ambulance HQ, Manningtree CO11 1EB at 10.30am. For further details please contact speaker secretary Dave Carman: 01255 880202

And then there were the children! Their singing, dancing, acting and enthusiasm was amazing. They obviously loved what they were doing and gave top performances, especially the star of the show – Oliver! Once again, when he sang Where is Love? there was a lump in my throat!

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There were many notable moments and great performances by a number of the cast, too many to mention here. It was certainly a memorable evening’s entertainment, and I could have watched it all over again and enjoyed it as much!

Manningtree Methodist Church in South Street on Saturday, September 29 from 10am-3pm. Free admission.

Are you interested in joining Capel Ladies for more entertaining and fun activities? If so give Di Barker a ring on 01473 311870, or visit: www.capelladies.com Sue Woolgar

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OUT & ABOUT VILLAGE LINK CLUB Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, August 8 when our talk will be Special Music Box Eggs on Display by Jasin Kermee. Future talks will include Collecting Hobbies – Or Obsession, Fused Glass Demonstrations & Sales, Remnants of War, Life as a Tudor Housekeeper, Acorn Village – History to Present Day, The Mystery of Going Underground, My Life as a Live Drawing Cartoonist Comedy Impressionist and Life as a Thames Waterman/Lighterman. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month in Tattingstone Village Hall at 10am. Following the speaker we have refreshments (when there is time for a chat with other members) and a raffle. New members and visitors are welcome to join us. Roger Felgate: 01473 311684

BENTLEY TUESDAY CLUB This year seems to be flying by and the club has had a busy programme since our last report. May commenced with a return visit by the Phoenix Handbell Ringers who entertained us with a number of familiar tunes, including a rendition of the Wedding March (topical). At the second meeting of the month Bettacare Shoes brought along a range of shoes and handbags for members and friends to purchase. After this two of our members (both of which are actively involved with the new memorial now being built at Capel St Mary) gave us a most interesting talk with slides on The History of War Memorials. June began with an entertaining and amusing talk by Pip Wright on finding out about history through old local newspapers. The Co-op Ladies Choir also paid us their yearly visit singing a variety of well-known songs from various shows and a rendition from James Bond films – a most enjoyable afternoon. We concluded the month with our first summer outing, a two-hour river cruise from Waldringfield to Woodbridge and then downriver to Ramsholt and back. The 46 members and friends enjoyed the light refreshments provided on the boat with the weather being ideal. Maureen Clarke and Sandra Davies paid us a visit at the beginning of July to give members an update on the Street Children of India. They both sponsor a child and make regular visits to Southern India to improve the lives of the street and slum children – very inspiring. As always, we had another session of chair aerobics followed by cards and scrabble. At our last meeting of the month we will be having a talk by Jane Woodley entitled Memories of a Long Career in Nursing. Our fortnightly meetings commence at 2.30pm in the summer months and are held in Bentley Village Hall; you are welcome to come and join us. August 14: Wildlife of Costa Rica by Dr David Healey August 28: Spend a Penny by Barbara Faulkner September 11: Outing to Dunwich September 25: Entertainment with Jane and Julie Margaret Blackmore: 01473 310655

FORGET-ME-NOT CLUB We meet each Wednesday between 2.15 and 4.15pm at Wenham, Dove Close, Capel St Mary and play a variety of card and board games, together with tea, coffee and biscuits and, of course, chat. We also have a variety of trips out during the year, the cost of which is generally met from our funds. Membership is £5 per year and £1.50 each week. Anyone of 60 years of age and above is very welcome to join us. Hope to see you soon.

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OUT & ABOUT BENTLEY HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY ANNUAL SHOW Saturday, August 18 at Bentley Village Hall from 2.15pm Entry 50p including tea or coffee / raffle

CRAFTERS UNLIMITED A craft club which meets on the first Monday of the month (except for bank holidays when it’s the following Monday). Saturday workshops (10am4pm) and Monday meetings (7.30-10pm) are held in Wherstead Village Hall Meeting Rooms. Monday, August 6: Ribbon Dragon Fly Greeting Card with Jill Samples of each project are displayed the month before and other projects are available. Contacts: Ann 01473 780298 / Jill 01473 713534

CAPEL ST MARY GARDEN CLUB Programme secretary Penny Thompson reports on our June meeting Bee very glad for the honey! A fascinating talk about the extraordinary life of bees was given by Paul White of Box Bees, East Bergholt to 19 members and friends of Capel St Mary Garden Club on Thursday, June 28. Paul has been a beekeeper for 20 years. It is a good hobby with full time work in the summer and very little to do between September and April. In his informative and spell-binding talk, Paul outlined the life of the bee and how to become a beekeeper. Making his own hives from cedar wood, he informed his audience that once you have your hive and bees, your hobby will have paid for itself within three years as after the start-up cost of between £350 and £400 a hive will produce about 30 pounds of honey a year. A good beekeeper will keep his hives clean and disease free. It is the beekeeper’s task to provide a nice home and to inspect it every two weeks. There are 5,000 beekeepers keeping the honey bee alive. It is a calming hobby. If you talk to your bees they will get used to your voice. Women in particular make good beekeepers as their voices are gentle! Honey bees, of which there are two types, live in a colony of between 20,000 to 40,000 bees in the summer and 10,000 in the winter. The colony works as a team under the direction of about 150 senior bees. Paul then gave a detailed and fascinating description of the life and lifestyle of the bee. Gardeners can help the bee by growing plants that produce nectar and pollen needed to make honey. Plants such as sedums, salvias, scabies, borage and marjoram are in the top ten bees love to visit. Dandelions, too, are beloved by bees. The evening ended with a tasting session of delicious honey produced by Paul with his spring honey being light and floral, summer honey much richer in taste and the strongest flavour belonging to the autumn honey, all of which can be purchased along with Paul’s homemade hives and bee equipment from his shop in East Bergholt. As it was Paul’s birthday, a honey cake was served (made by one of the members) to end the evening. It was a sweet occasion!

CAPEL ALLOTMENTS ASSOCIATION’S GUIDE TO GARDENING IN AUGUST Hoe weekly. Cut down uncultivated areas and spray re-growth. Scatter slug pellets. Apply path weed killer. Water plants thoroughly. Top-dress containers. Feed weekly. Stock up with lump wood charcoal for those impromptu barbecues. Veg Plot: Plant brassicas and leeks. Sow lettuce and carrots, spring cabbage, pak choi, carrots, radish, spinach, turnips and main crop onions. Spray potatoes to protect against potato blight. Fruit: Pick soft fruit and tie in new shoots. Tidy strawberries and feed. Dig up three-year-old stock and destroy. Greenhouse: Ventilate, control insects and tie tomato, cucumber, pepper and aubergine plants to their support canes and feed twice weekly with tomato feed and Epsom salts. Feed cucumbers and melons with a teaspoon of dried blood weekly and water in. Flowers: Order spring bulbs. Remove dead heads and mulch borders. Lawns: Mow weekly. Apply lawn weed killer. ALLOTMENT NEWS Our 41st Flower and Produce Show Schedules are now available for the annual show which will take place in the village hall on the weekend of September 1 and 2. Entries from non-members are welcome to what is one of the region’s best-supported flower and produce shows. Once again, the show will feature over 120 classes including produce, fruit, handicraft, cookery, photography, mammoth, novelty and children’s classes. All sections are open for anyone to enter, except the Capel Residents classes that are only open to those who grow flowers and produce in Capel. There is a fruit section with separate classes for apples and pears, blackberries, raspberries and plums. The flower arrangement classes will test creative skills and visitors to the show always enjoy looking at many colourful exhibits. The photography section is very popular. The cookery classes include some old favourites and jars of jam and preserves. Get the children started on the many different options. Admission is free to members of the public on both days from 11am. Show schedules are available from The Hut at the association’s allotment site in Pound Lane, or from show secretary Wendy Russell: 01473 310384 The Hut Open to members from 10am-noon on Saturdays until the end of October. Seasonal bunches of cut flowers, fruit and vegetables available most weekends. Pond & Wildlife Area Although the water level has dropped, this area is looking very good as more plants and shrubs come into flower attracting butterflies, hoverflies, bees and other insects. Check the information boards if you see something interesting that you can’t identify. Barbecue Thanks to everyone who came to enjoy our culinary delights, games and raffle. Your support is very much appreciated. Talks, Visits & Stuff! Visit www.opengardens.co.uk, click on ‘date search’ and add month and county to find out which local village gardens are open this month. And finally… see class 73 in our show schedule and get other family members to join you in entering a ‘Family Tray’. For a more extensive version of this report visit: www.capelallotments.co.uk

After a short break we resume our meetings on September 27 when Pip Wright will give a talk on The Watery Gardens of Suffolk. We are always happy to welcome new members (£8 a year or £2.50 to come to a particular meeting as a visitor). Any queries, please let me know. Chairman Edwina Cox: 01473 311121

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BENTLEY CEVC AND COPDOCK PRIMARY SCHOOLS It has been a wonderful summer here at Bentley CEVC and Copdcok Primary Schools. We have welcomed our new Reception children due to join us in September and completed an exciting term of trips, visits and learning. The annual trip to Pleasurewood Hills was a big hit with the Year 5 and 6 pupils as a reward for all their hard work this year. This term has also seen lots of sporting events including the huge inter-school Quad Kids events for Years 3/4 and 5/6. We were very proud of how the children represented the federation and how much effort they put into each event. We had some very special visitors to Bentley this term – James Cartlidge MP and senior members of the RSPB came into school to present us with an owl box. We were extremely pleased with the gift and can’t wait to see if we get our own owl family in the school grounds! Another highlight for Bentley was the whole school visit to the cathedral at Bury St Edmunds. We had a fun-filled (and learning filled) day and were privileged to see great areas of the cathedral and learn about the structure and the history. It enhanced our learning about the Christian faith and the children loved taking turns dressing as a bishop. Following on from this visit, our thanks go to the fabulous members of St Mary’s Church, Bentley, for their wonderful contribution to our Lord’s Prayer Day. It really made the children think and ask questions about those words that we all know so well, but maybe say without thinking about it. Copdock have seen all their efforts and hard fundraising work culminate in the completion of the new learning area / library conservatory. The children, the parents, the PTA and the parish council all contributed so much in making this project a reality and we would like to take this opportunity to thank you all, as well as all those in the community who got involved. Woodpeckers held a ‘Greek Day’ where they came in costume, created

and ate Greek-style food and took part in some other activities. We’ve also been running a STEM after school club where children were given the opportunity to explore lots of different engineering and scientific processes. It has proven to be a huge success. Active Schools has been launched in both our schools this term; children are welcome to come and join in a 15-minute session of fun activities to get them moving before school. The children have taken part in all sorts of activities including ‘silly’ dodgeball, design your own obstacle course, exercise spots, hoola hooping, Just Dance and iMoves among many others. It has been great fun as well as getting us going in the morning, ready to grasp a day of learning full of energy. As well as Active Schools, children have all taken part in ‘activity bingo’, ticking off challenges over a number of weeks. As a reward, the manager of Bounce and Billy Beez in Ipswich came into our schools, along with the mascot, to give each child a very special gift of free sessions at each venue. We were so chuffed with this generous reward and we thank them whole heartedly for their support. Year 4 reached for the stars with their trip to East Bergholt High School for their annual Rocket Science Day. The teachers at EBHS inspired them with their use of science to create an exciting day of learning all about rockets, including looking at propulsion, materials and, of course, explosions!

There is far too much to mention in just one update, so we would just like to say well done to all our pupils for their hard work this academic year and we hope they are as proud of themselves as we are of them. It is also time to say a sad, but excited farewell to our Year 6 pupils as they move on to the next stage of their education. Each and every one of them will be missed, but their contributions to school life and the memories they leave us with, will continue to impact on the primary schools they leave behind. Good luck to you all!

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SCHOOLS CAPEL ST MARY PRIMARY SCHOOL NEEDS YOU Would you like to be part of our happy and thriving school? If so, we would love to hear from you! We currently have vacancies for the following positions: Relief Midday Supervisors Relief Cleaner Two Governors If you are interested in applying or would like a chat about any of our vacancies, please do not hesitate to contact Jayne Smith in the school office on 01473 310386 for more information.

EBONY’S BLOG: LIFE AT THE SHELLEY CENTRE “Babs and I won’t be giving anyone any trouble” were my famous last words in my July blog! Well I’m ashamed to say I developed a nasty rattle in my works last month and the simulator team that does my service said “No more work” until I’m fixed. So big thanks to my roommate Babs, who has taken over all my rides for me until such time as the engineers can visit. Outside everything has been going well. Rebecca Page passed her gold award for Horse Care Proficiency, the highest achievement possible for an RDA rider, and no mean test of her brains and commitment, not to mention perseverance. I have been listening in and trying to learn with her, but really she knows so much more than me, so all I did was concentrate on giving her good rides while she and Margaret covered the curriculum. You can see most of me on the left in the photo of Rebecca getting her certificate from Sue Diggings. Next, Evie, one of my Friday riders, just coolly writes a play and has it staged at The Red Rose Theatre in Ipswich. She was the star of the show and her play highlighted the frustrations of being wheelchair bound and having to accept this as one’s lot. Evie, I know how you feel. I’m stuck too, and my joys come from meeting people just like you. Our pony riders showed off their skills at the Shelley Show on June 24. Another beautiful day meant that everyone shone. The newly bathed ponies glistened, the well turned out competitors sparkled and the guests glowed with pride. Please visit our website to see the results of this great day. I rather think everyone was a winner, including the Shelley Team of volunteers who made the day possible. There is a new bench for people to sit on the yard: it arrived last month and is already much appreciated. It was presented to us in loving memory of Mike Sands, a long term supporter of the centre, who was also a Rotarian. The collection at his funeral was distributed by his branch of the Rotary Club to several charities with which Mike was involved, and we were included in this bequest. Mike’s wife Kate is a Thursday coach here, and has been involved with RDA for 30 years or so, even visiting an RDA branch in New Zealand sometimes. The last piece of the Masonic Charitable Foundation’s grant has been spent on resurfacing the arena where hundreds of feet, both equine and human, walk the walk. It’s where most or the work takes place and a good surface is vital for the health and well-being of the ponies. Volunteers are quite appreciative of good conditions too. So a big thank you to MCF for awarding us the money that has injected so much new equipment into the centre to enable our wonderful riders to do their best.

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Now we are winding down for the long summer break. I hope all my readers have a splendid time of it. See you in September folks! www.shelleyrda.com / 01473 824172

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SPORT / CHURCH NEWS EAST BERGHOLT UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB Pre-season training got under way in the July heat, inspired by England’s first ever penalty shootout victory. The First Team season kicks off on August 18, with the Reserves following on August 25, and the A team on September 1. We are delighted to announce that recently retired from playing stalwart Andrew Peck, has agreed to take over as A Team manager. We are always looking for people who can help the club as committee members, whether it be on the playing side or just in the background. If you would like to sponsor the club in some capacity we would also be delighted to hear from you. Club strips, dugouts, banners or boards on matchdays are all potential exposure for your business while supporting a local organisation. Steve Butcher: stevebutcher55@btinternet.com

CAPEL COMMUNITY CHURCH If any of you know me well, you know that my diary is usually quite full. However, recently I have had foot surgery through our wonderful NHS and for the last two weeks I have been at home with limited mobility. These times of change do tend to bring home to us the things that are most important. With eight weeks off from two jobs and reduced involvement in other voluntary activities, I’m ashamed to say that I have realised that often in my life I am too busy to give enough priority to the most important people.

CAPEL ST MARY BOWLS CLUB Our league and social programme continues and full reports of our events, fixtures and results can be found at: www.capelstmarybowls@onesuffolk.net The Grunbaum Trophy match was held on a somewhat damp Saturday, May 12, and was a close-run affair. After two teams tied on points scored, one team – Chris Dyer, Karen Montgomerie and George Wiseman – had to concede the required extra end play-off due to health issues, thus awarding the winner’s prize to John Wright, Phil Hall and Russell Aubin. The winners were presented with bottles of wine by Beryl Grunbaum, who we were delighted to see supporting us yet again despite the weather! As always, our ladies put on a grand tea spread afterwards to round off the afternoon. Thanks to Lew and Chris Dyer for organising the day. Saturday, June 16, saw 18 members bowl in fine weather to compete for the Burman Bowl. The match was played by six triples squads, three games each of eight ends. The winning squad were Norman Lankester, John Band and Val Eldridge who were unbeaten on the day. John and Elaine Wright put on an excellent tea after the match and Pam Peers ran a raffle. Proceeds from the day this year are going to Medical Detection Dogs, an amazing charity that provides bio-detection dogs (trained to find the odour of diseases, such as cancer, in samples such as urine, breath and swabs) and medical alert assistance dogs (trained to detect minute changes in an individual’s personal odour triggered by their disease and alert them to an impending medical event). An amazing charity. Sunday, June 14, saw 12 members compete for the UpStix Trophy on a fine hot summer day, choosing to play rather than watch England or the Grand Prix on TV. Thanks for your commitment and support! Six pairs fought it out over three games and three pairs each won twice. Shot difference determined John Band and Paul Woolener as eventual winners. A lovely tea followed to round off the day. Thanks to Pam and Malcom Peers for organising the day and providing the tea.

During a time when my reliance on others has increased, I have had time to reflect and appreciate the sweetness of significant relationships, friendships and being in community. These relationships need for us to invest in them properly and not to shortchange them through the busyness and demands of life. So I want to encourage us all to make more time for significant relationships, friendships and community. We need each other. Rachel Owen

Our league matches are now at the halfway stage at time of writing. In the Samford Leagues our Kites sit third while our Kestrels top the league. In the Ipswich & District Two Woods Leagues, the Kites are mid-table and the Kestrels occupy second place. Finally, in the Ipswich & District Triples Leagues, our Kites squad is struggling this year, but again our Kestrels are in second place. IMPORTANT DATES August 11 Pairs Tournament August 18 Boxford Friendly (Away) September 2 Club Finals Day Jack High

IPSWICH CRICKET CLUB – ASSISTANT GROUNDSMAN Due to the anticipated temporary unavailability of our groundsman for part of next season, Ipswich Cricket Club is looking for someone to join our current team of volunteers to assist in the preparation of match wickets, maintenance of the square and cutting of the outfield. The ground is situated just off the A12 between Capel St Mary and Copdock. Most of the work is currently done on Tuesday and Friday mornings, but can vary due to the weather and fixture list. Full training and instruction will be given. For further details email: secretary@ipswichcricketclub.co.uk

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THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH There are three major feast days celebrated by the worldwide church in the eighth month of the year. Here they are below. All of them more than merit reflection.

R&R AND HOLIDAYS I am a bit of a workaholic. Some may question the word ‘bit’, but I love my job and I get paid to do it (not a huge salary, but enough). As someone from Workaholic’s Quotes puts it, “If loving your job qualifies you as a workaholic, then yes, I am one for sure!” I trained as an engineer, after four years I became a chartered engineer – I loved my job – but I also loved the volunteering I was doing in the church. I probably worked over 40 hours per week as an engineer and over 20 hours a week as a volunteer. In 1978 (40 years ago), I went back to university and was trained as a church leader. I now do over 50 hours per week for the church and probably an additional 20 hours volunteering for the church or community. I still love the opportunities. I am privileged to be able to say I have loved all the very different places where I have worked as an engineer, minister and volunteer (Coventry, Northampton, Bristol, Zimbabwe, The Wirral, Downham Market and now Suffolk). I also love holidays and rest and recovery periods. I am planning for a holiday and then planning to go part time in September and planning a sabbatical next year. I could be retired, but many retired people I know are busier in retirement. I’ve got many volunteers in my churches who are retired, and they are so busy they wonder how they had time to work. So I’m going to work part time, to give me some extra hours for visiting and supporting our extended family, to read books from my extensive library, to write to explore the countryside, to research my family tree, perhaps even get the garden into better shape. I saw on the internet that mind mapping is now being used for holiday planning, people listing those things that are important and linking them so that it happens. I haven’t done that yet, but meeting family and friends, exploring this amazing world, worship as well as rest and recovery are all part a parcel of who I am and will also be part of the holiday. I know I am in Cornwall on the first Sunday and I will know a handful of people worshipping there. On the second Sunday, it’s unlikely I will know anyone except the one we worship, Jesus. When I worked in Sweden as a student engineer, I didn’t even know the language on the first Sunday I went to the local church, but I could share in the worship, I felt part of the family. We have one Father God. Wherever I have been, I have found people with whom I can worship and discover new brothers and sisters in Christ. If you are off on holiday soon, enjoy, be who you are without pretence, even get to know the real you and not the mask you put on at times, and I invite you to discover God all around you. The Rev Andrew Sankey 8 Roundridge Road, Capel St Mary IP9 2UG apsankey@gmail.com / 01473 311178 / 07966 187216 CAPEL ST MARY METHODIST Home Groups and prayer meetings on various days and times – contact the Minister Sunday 5

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Worship with Roger Theobold

Sunday 12

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Worship with Rev David Thompson

Sunday 19

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Worship with Mrs Jane Paterson

Sunday 26 10.30am

Worship and Communion with Rev Andrew Sankey

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At Chelmondiston – Male Voice Choir – with Rev Sankey

Monday, August 6, is the Transfiguration of our Lord. It commemorates Jesus being seen (and understood) as the one of God. Christian theology assigns a great deal of significance to the Transfiguration, based on multiple elements of the narrative. In Christian teachings, the Transfiguration is a pivotal moment and the setting on the mountain is presented as the point where human nature meets God: the meeting place for the temporal and the eternal, with Jesus himself as the connecting point, acting as the bridge between heaven and earth. There is a sombre day with the same date in 1945 when the first atomic bomb was dropped on Japan. More than a million people were not so much ‘transfigured’ as they were literally vaporised due to humanity’s inhumanity to humanity. Sadly, we still live in the long shadow of that event, and forget or neglect the true significance of the date at our own peril. Wednesday, August 15, marks the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. In many Mediterranean and Latin countries it is an important festival including processions through towns. It refers to the dogma that the Virgin Mary “having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul into heavenly glory”. This doctrine was dogmatically defined by Pope Pius XII on November 1, 1950, in the apostolic constitution Munificentissimus Deus by exercising papal infallibility. While the Roman Catholic Church and Eastern Orthodox Church believe in the Dormition of the Theotokos, which is the same as the Assumption, whether Mary had a physical death has not been dogmatically defined. Views differ greatly within Protestantism. Within Anglican doctrine, the Assumption of Mary is regarded as adiaphora (‘a thing indifferent’) rather than dogma, as it is not directly mentioned in the canon of Sacred Scripture or the first five Ecumenical Councils. Even so, August 15 is observed by some within the Anglican Communion as a holy day in honour of Mary. The official name of the festival varies in the different provinces of the Anglican Communion. In the Church of England, the day is a festival and is called the Falling Asleep of the Blessed Virgin Mary, as with the Eastern Orthodox Church. Friday, August 24, is set aside for Saint Bartholomew. It is of a different order than the other two above. There is no question that he was one of the 12 apostles of Jesus from ancient Jewish Israel. He has been identified with Nathanael or Nathaniel, who appears in the Gospel of John as being introduced to Jesus by Philip (who would also become an apostle). This late festival in August has been a traditional occasion for markets and fairs, such as the Bartholomew Fair held in Smithfield, London since the Middle Ages. St Bartholomew’s Street Fair is held in Crewkerne, Somerset annually at the start of September. It dates back to Saxon times, and the major trader’s market was recorded in the Domesday Book. This street fair is reputed to have been granted its charter in the time of Henry III (1207-1272). The earliest surviving court record was made in 1280, which can be found in The British Museum. The associated fun fair dates from at least 1861. My prayer for all Capel Capers readers is that you may enjoy your August break. As always, this comes with best wishes for God’s blessings to you and yours throughout lazy days of summer.

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CHURCH NEWS CHRISTIANS IN CAPEL The members of all the churches foster a closer fellowship and understanding between the respective Christian communities in Capel St Mary. They endeavour to co-ordinate common interests and where practical share common resources to meet specific needs. For times and details of Sunday services, Alpha and Home/Life Groups, please contact one of the following: The Parish Church, St Mary the Virgin The Rev Canon Jim Pendorf: The Rectory, Days Road, Capel 01473 312225 / 07973 265037

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The Catholic Church Father Christopher Smith, St Mark’s Church, 180 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich 01473 684963 Capel Community Church David Owen, 18 Bushey Close, Capel www.capelcommunitychurch.org.uk 01473 310454 / 07752 921135 The Methodist Church The Rev Andrew Sankey 8 Roundridge Road, Capel St Mary www.capelmethodistchurch.org.uk 01473 311178 / 07966 187216 INTER-CHURCH MIDWEEK ACTIVITIES The following church groups welcome new members. TREKKERS For ages 7-11, meets on Thursdays at the Methodist Church from 3.45 to 5.15pm during school term time. Contact Margaret Sankey: 01473 311178 YOUTH GROUPS AT THE METHODIST CHURCH Life Group: Wednesdays, 7.30-9pm / Year 10+ Junior Life Group: Thursdays 7-8.30pm / Years 7-9 Junction Club: Fridays, 7-9pm for School Years 7-9 Contact Caitlan Mower: 07465 414870 PARENTS AND TODDLERS • Tuesday – 9-11.30am, Capel Community Church, Days Road Contact Margaret Beard: 01473 311219 • Wednesday – 9-11.30am, Busy Bees, Methodist Church Contact Maggie Boswell: 01473 310766 • Wednesday – 10am-noon, Twins & Multiples Group at CCC Contact Chris Matthews: 01473 311368 SENIOR CITIZENS’ LUNCH CLUBS • First Monday, Capel Community Church, 01473 311368 • Third Tuesday, St Mary’s Church Hall, 01473 310583 • Last Thursday, Methodist Church, 01473 310635 NETWORK FELLOWSHIP Third Tuesday, from 2.30pm, Methodist Church. Anyone welcome to attend. Contact Judy Steward: 01473 310799 BEACON COFFEE SHOP EVERY TUESDAY 9am-12.30pm, in the Vine Lounge, Capel Village Hall AEROBICS AT CAPEL METHODIST CHURCH Fridays from 10.50-11.50am, Young at Heart (slower paced). Contact Jill Sharp, 01473 311546 PILATES • Tuesdays – 7pm and 8.10pm, Capel Methodist Church • Fridays – 8.30am and 9.40am, Capel Methodist Church Contact Jill Sharp, 01473 311546 R.O.M.E.O. Lunch for Men at Wenham View, Dove Close off Days Road: Third Thursday, 12.30pm. Book with Peter Ellis: 01473 310096. Also Coffee Drop-in from 10am on the first Wednesday at Dove Close.

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CHURCH NEWS

HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Ipswich Road, Brantham CO11 1TB

Parish Priest: Fr Christopher Smith 180 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich IP2 0QQ / 01473 684963 www.stmarksparish.org.uk SERVICES FOR AUGUST Sunday 5 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9am Mass Tuesday 7 9.30am 10am

Morning Prayer Mass

Sunday 12 9am

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass

Tuesday 14 9.20am 10am

Eucharistic Adoration Mass

Sunday 19 9am

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass

Tuesday 21 9.30am 10am

Morning Prayer Mass

Sunday 26 9am

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass

Tuesday 28 9.30am 10am

Morning Prayer Mass

The weekly newsletter, with weekly mass times is always displayed in the cabinet alongside the front door. Catholic Commentary Internet and digital technology have brought many benefits in communication and in facilitating access to information. One such benefit Catholics can now enjoy is access to online liturgical prayer formats and commentary for each day such as provided by Universalis. This service provides morning and evening prayer of the church (and for other times during the day) and the readings and set prayers for daily mass. The service also provides a calendar for the liturgical seasons with special references to saints being commemorated including a minibiography. It can be very helpful to read the office (psalms, scripture

passages and prayers) and inspirational to be reminded about the lives of the saints. Today in the UK the public perception of religion is often negative or ill-informed, but there are voices from outside and academia to counter this, as well as the voice of Pope Francis. For example: “The central problem of human beings is not religion but tribalism…” Jordan B Peterson, the Canadian professor with a huge following on YouTube. Or Tom Wright, the former Anglican Bishop of Durham who speaks about Epicureanism which many have imbibed and how in the western churches there has been collusion with the Enlightenment idea that religion is a private matter that has nothing to do with public life. He reminds his listeners that many of the things we take for granted – that it is right for a society to take care of the poor and the sick, to provide children with an education – are a legacy of a Christian civilisation. Events & Diary Date The 100 Club draw took place on July 22 when three lucky winners shared a record £154 prize pot. The next draw takes place on Sunday, August 26. The club, set up to support the life and mission of our parish, has grown from strength to strength since its launch. New members are always very welcome and the newsletter, that includes an application form, can be found at the rear of the church or at: www.stmarksparish.org.uk Every last Thursday of the month a Bring & Buy Coffee Morning takes place at Viv and Wyn’s home, Paddock Gate, Whitehorse Road, East Bergholt CO7 6TR from 10.30am-noon. We are raising funds for a new carpet for the Parish Room and all are very welcome to join us. The next coffee morning is on Thursday, August 30. Supporting our local hospice All parishioners are asked to collect used postage stamps, all year, not just at Christmas, and place them in the box at the rear of the church to help support the outstanding work of our local hospice. Catholic Chaplain at Ipswich Hospital Father Adrian Gates is the Catholic Chaplain at Ipswich Hospital. Please contact him (01473 726701) if you or a Catholic is in or due to go into hospital and requires his services. All are very welcome to attend Holy Family services, it is not necessary to be a Catholic and enquiries about the Catholic faith are always welcome. Please contact the presbytery, as above, or a local person whom you know is a Catholic.

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