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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR When I was much younger, New Year’s resolutions seemed to be quite important. I remember feeling I had to come up with some genuine pledges to do one thing or another, or to not do one thing or another. Of course, they all fell by the wayside, but I thought it would be fun to share a few I have failed to keep over the years. 1: I will stop biting my nails (every year since I was five) 2: I will run 5K (last year) 3: I will learn a new language (every year since I married into a family where everyone else does) 4: I will not watch daytime TV (rarely happens, but does feel like a treat when I get 10 minutes – got to love those housewives!) 5: I will eat less sugar (a daily failure) 6: I will not buy any new shoes or clothes for an entire year (I tried this and it made me completely miserable. A girl needs an occasional treat, or at least the possibility of one!) 7: I’m going to do face yoga every morning (recommended by a friend in 2014 – we don’t see much of each other anymore) 8: I’m going to drink six glasses of water every day (oh the guilt!) 9: I’m going to listen to less Leonard Cohen and be more positive about everything (can’t do it – Leonard truly holds the keys to my miserable heart) 10: I’m going to make time for a weekly date night with my husband (turns out he would have to make the same resolution and get home from work before 9pm) So I’m going to skip the resolutions this year and just get on with living, always trying to do better, to be healthier, more appreciative, more thoughtful… all of which would be easier if I got more sleep. I’ve just talked myself into a resolution, haven’t I? Failed again!
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NEWS CHERNOBYL CHILDREN’S LIFE LINE & CHARITY SHOP On December 3 we collected our Christmas group from Gatwick airport. The children who had never been to the UK before all said “England is lovely” as soon as they got off the plane! This is going to be a very exciting month for the children who have not only never been away from home, but have never experienced Christmas before either. After the children return home at the end of the month I will be leaving for Belarus for our Father Frost Program. As previous Christmas parcels have been returned or just haven’t arrived at all, a friend and I decided this year to go to Belarus to deliver them personally as the Belarusian equivalent to December 25 is January 7. Having intended to just take presents in our personal luggage we asked if anyone else would be interested in sending a present to a child who would receive nothing for Christmas and we were amazed and touched by the response. We are now taking 150 presents to needy children and will deliver to 39 families in three days, as well as holding a party for the children who we will be unable to reach during that time. We will bring back photos and updates after the trip to share with everyone who has so kindly contributed to this program. A very big thanks must also go to those people who have sponsored part of the trip allowing us to be able to take this many presents to the children and also to leave gifts for those in the local hospital. We are now looking towards the summer group visit and would ask anyone interested in hosting who we have not yet spoken to, to get in touch now as we have to start processing the invitation to the authorities in Belarus by January 2018. The children will be with us for four weeks from July 1-29. All that is needed is a minimum of a mattress to sleep on and a loving home with people who care, financial circumstances are immaterial. Age is not a barrier – single parents considered, families may or may not still have their own children at home. Hosts are able to follow their own occupation and interests as the children meet at least four days a week Monday-Friday from 8.30am to 4.30pm and helpers are on hand to collect or look after children at other times if needed. We are very aware that there are now more charitable causes than ever all needing support. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who supports us; you may think you only do a little but without you we could not survive. May 2018 bring you everything you wish for. Link Chair Elizabeth Parker 01449 760343 / enquiries@ccllmidsuffolk.org.uk www.ccllmidsuffolk.org.uk
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NEWS NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR SUFFOLK’S YOUTH PARLIAMENT
THEDWASTRE SOUTH DIVISION
Nominations are now open for Suffolk’s Youth Parliament and young people in Suffolk have until January 7 to submit their nominations.
Including Thurston, Beyton, Hessett, Drinkstone, Felsham, Gedding, Rattlesden (also Onehouse, Buxhall, Harleston, Shelland and Gt Finborough)
The UK Youth Parliament (UKYP) is the largest elected body of young people in the UK who influence policy. Made up of elected Members of Youth Parliament (MYPs) and deputies, they meet locally and nationally to give young people a voice.
2018-19 budget proposals announced Suffolk County Council has released their budget proposals and savings plan for 2018-19. These were presented to the Scrutiny Committee on November 23.
There are currently two MYPs in Suffolk and up to 15 MYPs and deputies will be appointed when elections are held in February.
Council Tax will be increased by 1.99%, following a seven-year freeze. This will be combined with a further 3% increase due to the Adult Social Care Precept, making a total council tax increase of 4.99% for 2018-19.
MYPs assist in running Make Your Mark, the UK›s largest youth consultation. The results of the consultation are used to develop services locally and nationally. There are also opportunities to attend British Youth Council conventions and attend the Make Your Mark debate in the House of Commons. Above all, young people are given the opportunity to meet new people, make lasting friends and make a difference. Results of the recent Make your Mark consultation can be viewed at: https://tinyurl.com/ya9jhx5b Councillor Gordon Jones, Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, Education and Skills, said: “I would always encourage young people to get involved in politics and UK Youth Parliament is a great opportunity for young people to be a part of important decisions made both locally and nationally. “Being a Member of Youth Parliament gives young people a powerful voice to present views, opinions and issues of Suffolk’s residents to local decision makers. Elected MYPs will demonstrate a passion and energy to drive real change for the better.” Current Member of Suffolk’s Youth Parliament, Meg Day, said: “Youth Parliament has given me so many opportunities and experiences that wouldn’t have been offered to me otherwise. I’ve met likeminded people from up and down the country and made some of the best friendships I’ve ever had. UKYP holds the largest youth consultation in the world and you really do feel like you’re making a positive difference for young people.” The UK Youth Parliament holds elections for UKYP members to be elected in Suffolk in February to start their term in March. To apply, you must: • Be aged 11-18 • Live, work or study in the area you are standing for • Be able to commit seven hours a month (or one-two hours a week) to Suffolk UKYP To run for election, young people will need produce a short video or a written manifesto, addressing three areas they are passionate about and would like to change in their local area – one of these must be taken from the top 5 Make Your Mark results. Manifestos must be submitted by January 7, 2018. Full details of how to apply can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/y9x2a828 For more information about the UK Youth Parliament, visit: www.ukyouthparliament.org.uk
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COUNTY COUNCILLOR PENNY OTTON
SCC forecasts a budget gap of £26.85m and are offsetting this with a savings plan totalling £23.9m. This means that a further £3m will need to be spent from the council’s reserves in 2018-19. The savings from each directorate are outlined below. I am particularly concerned by the loss of the Sheltered Housing Grant, which is used by sheltered housing providers to give low-level support to elderly residents, such as emergency alarm cords in their homes. Our representatives on the Scrutiny Committee queried whether this was a wise decision, and argued that this cut would reduce support for independent living and may increase demand for costly care in the future. Fire and Public Safety Both Trading Standards and Citizens Advice will see a reduction in funding in 2018-19, to save £0.17m. Again, I am worried about this as Trading Standards and Citizens Advice provide vital support to both residents and businesses in Suffolk, and both are facing additional pressures. Transport Savings of £0.25m are due to be made through cuts to subsidised transport services and savings from community transport services. Reviews are currently being undertaken to determine which bus services will be reduced. Although Suffolk County Council has pledged to work with local councillors, we are not convinced that councillors and local people will be properly consulted over any changes. Home to School Transport – Cabinet to considered proposals for second time In September, my group prevented cabinet from moving forward with a consultation on changes to school transport policy by calling the decision in to Scrutiny. Since then, Suffolk County Council has run two workshops to engage with parents, schools and councillors. On December 5, the cabinet voted to go ahead with the consultation, despite having over 20 questions from the public and being given the results of a survey done by the head of Thurston Community College that showed 60% of parents would then drive their children to the school. At the meeting I asked: “If the result of the consultation rejected the proposal will they state there and then that it will not go ahead?” The consultation period will run from December 12, 2017 to February 28, 2018 Motion on Plastic Bottles I put a motion to the full council meeting supporting the government’s idea to investigate having a plastic bottle deposit return scheme. It’s now well known that plastic is a serious pollutant. Only 57% of all plastic bottles are re-cycled. In Norway it is 98% where they do have a scheme, so I hope this will go ahead. The Co-op and Iceland are fully supporting the idea. Thurston Christmas Tree Festival Once again, I was delighted to help decorate a tree sponsored by Friends of Thurston Library. penny.otton@suffolk.gov.uk
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NEWS / OUT & ABOUT EARLY BURNS NIGHT
Comedy Tonight: April 12-14, 2018
We are holding a Haggis Supper with entertainment and dancing from 7pm on Friday, January 12 at Woolpit Village Hall to raise money for St Mary’s Church, Woolpit.
Our next production will be a musical revue entitled Comedy Tonight. We have a fantastic new musical director, Sue Ogden, to make this possible. Stanley Bates has written some superb pieces so there is something for everyone, whether you want to sing in groups, solo or duet, dance, comedy sketches or a combination of all of them!
Tickets are £17.50. If you would like to join us please contact Jennifer Baker (01359 240119) or Mary Hughes (01359 240811) for further information.
Auditions will be held at 2.30pm on Sunday, January 7, in Woolpit Village Hall. Everyone welcome.
SNOW DAYS IN WOOLPIT In the deep midwinter we must expect the weather to be bad, even in the more favoured part of England in which Woolpit lies. Some of us still remember the deep snow of the 1970s and 1980s, when there was so much snow we couldn’t get out of our houses. We had to wait for the snow-ploughs to clear the roads before children could get to school, and milk and post could be delivered. There was fun to be had if you just wanted to go sledging and snowballing, but it was a different story for those who had to go to work. The snow made things a lot more difficult in the 19th century. An article published in the Bury and Norwich Post on January 4, 1837 stated: “The late fall of snow has been so much drifted in Woolpit, that the surveyors were under the necessity of clearing about 7 miles of road in that small parish, which has cost £50. It took 80 men and boys four days and cost upwards of £20 to make a passageway along the great road in that parish between Bury and Ipswich a distance of about two miles.” This was, of course, when the main road from Bury St. Edmunds to Ipswich ran through the centre of the village and on past Haughley Park and Wetherden to Stowmarket. The article went on to say that communications were disrupted for several days. Friends and relatives who had gone visiting for the festive season had to stay. There was a report that one family, visiting relatives in Clare, had unfortunately died of the cold before they could get there, but this was later shown not to be true. It turned out that it was just an early example of fake news.
THE REGAL IN JANUARY In Hollywood, December 26 marks the official start of the Oscars season, despite the fact that the awards aren’t given out for another two months. The standard (and budget) of the films released over the next 10 weeks should be the best you see all year. Some years that certainly isn’t the case, but 2018 is looking really good. January is set for a great month on stage, with Bob Brolly and Union Gap paying us a visit. Star Wars: The Last Jedi: Sci-Fi adventure starring Mark Hamill, Daisy Ridley and Adam Driver. Having taken her first steps into the larger Jedi world, Rey joins Luke Skywalker on an adventure with Leia, Finn and Poe that unlocks mysteries of the Force Paddington 2: Family adventure starring Ben Wishaw, Hugh Bonneville and Julie Walters. Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy’s 100th birthday, only for the gift to be stolen. The Justice League: Superhero thriller starring Ben Affleck, Amy Adams and Gal Gadot. Fuelled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman’s selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy. Daddy’s Home 2: Comedy starring Mel Gibson, Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg. Having finally gotten used to each other’s existence, Brad and Dusty must now deal with their intrusive fathers during Christmas. Ferdinand: Family animation voiced by Kate McKinnon and David Tennant. After Ferdinand, a bull with a big heart, is mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle: Adventure starring Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart and Jack Black. Four teenagers discover an old video game console and are literally drawn into the game’s jungle setting becoming the adult avatars they chose. Battle of the Sexes: Drama starring Emma Stone, Andrea Riseborough and Steve Carell. The true story of the 1973 tennis match between world number one Billie Jean King and ex-champion Bobby Riggs. The Disaster Artist: Drama starring James Franco, Dave Franco and Seth Rogan. When Greg Sestero, an aspiring film actor, meets the weird and mysterious Tommy Wiseau in an acting class, they form a unique friendship and travel to Hollywood to make their dreams come true.
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Oklahoma!: Musical comedy starring Gloria Grahame and Gordon MacRae. Return of the 1955 classic, in Oklahoma, several farmers, cowboys and a traveling salesman compete for various local ladies.
The first networking breakfast of the New Year is at 6.45am on Friday, January 19, at The Mix, Stowmarket. Please check the website for further details and to book: www.stowmarketchamber.co.uk
Pitch Perfect 3: Musical comedy starring Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson and Elizabeth Banks. Following their win at the world championship, the now separated Bellas reunite for one last singing competition at an overseas USO tour, but face a group who uses both instruments and voices.
The countdown to the chamber’s MSBE begins. The first Mid Suffolk Business Exhibition is on March 21 at The Mix. Visitors can pre-book for the lunch and find out more at: https://msbe.biz
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OUT & ABOUT STOWMARKET MEADLANDS MEN’S SHED
SODS’ AUDITIONS COMING SOON Made In Dagenham tells the true story of the upholstery machinists at Ford’s Dagenham plant who came out on strike in the late 1960s for equal pay with men. In doing so they took on the full force of the British Government, the TUC and their parent company Ford (USA). And they won! Pre-auditions will take place over three evenings: • Tuesday, January 9 from 7.30pm at the Boys Brigade Hall. All children wishing to audition should attend this evening. • Tuesday, January 16 from 7.30pm, also at the Boys Brigade Hall. Adults only. Be prepared for movement. • Thursday, January 18 from 7.30pm at Earl Stonham Village Hall. Adults only. Adults are advised to attend all three evenings as each evening will be different. For a full list describing each character please visit: www.stowmarketoperatic.org.uk/Facebook Auditions will be on Sunday, January 21 (TTBA) at the Boys Brigade Hall. Our normal Tuesday and Thursday evening rehearsal schedule will start the following week on Tuesday, January 23. There will be an all-day (10am to 4pm) rehearsal on Sunday, April 22 with full costume. Performance dates at the Regal Theatre are Wednesday, May 9 to Saturday, May 12.
Shed members have been actively involved in a number of community projects since we started working in May of last year. Working with PPG, supporting their Colourful Communities Project, we made three large planters from recycled pallets and a mud kitchen for Freeman Preschool at Stowupland. Members were encouraged by the positive comments received and this lead to a further request by PPG to build two mud kitchens for the HOPS Play Scheme at Thorndon. The scheme helps children with learning difficulties, allowing parents respite care during the long school holidays. We are also designing a tactile activity board for the play scheme. The members are currently putting their heads together to design and make a mud kitchen for a brave four-year-old girl from Stowmarket who is preparing to battle against leukaemia. Forecourt Sale
SODS, your local drama group, have built up a great reputation for the quality of their productions over the past 90 years. We always welcome new members and this would be an ideal time to join, whether it be making costumes, applying makeup, building and painting sets or singing, dancing or acting on stage. If you would like to know more visit our web page or phone our membership secretary, Angela: 07943 420494
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My thanks to all our stallholders and customers who helped to create a fantastic market on Saturday, December 2, and to those who have supported us throughout the year. We had a great selection of crafts on offer and tasty cakes from the team in the cafe.
Our members braved the very cold weather and held a stall at the United Reformed Church sale. They had been busy for a few weeks making bug hotels, planters, bird boxes and flowerpot men. A total of £235 was raised. Our kind-hearted members are now working on three more projects; it is our intention to donate them to more good causes.
Creative Skills We welcome all adults over the age of 18 years, both men and women. We have been inspired by the creative skills brought into our shed by our members. We are all learning at every session. It doesn’t matter who you are, or your background – your skills are always welcome. Shed Membership We are proud to be an active section of the Meadlands Recreation Club and it’s a requirement to join the Recreation Club before joining the Shed. An annual Playing Member fee of the Recreation Club is £36. To cover the overheads of the workshop, all we ask is a further annual charge of £36.
We hope that you have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year and we will see you again in the spring.
How to join us Simply pop in during one of our sessions and talk to one of our members, they will gladly show you around. You may even get a hot drink and a biscuit! Or call Barry on 07894 548706.
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OUT & ABOUT HAUGHLEY ROYAL BRITISH LEGION TO THE MEMORY OF THE FALLEN AND THE FUTURE OF THE LIVING Chairman: Mr Bernie John, 01449 614170 Secretary: Mrs Margaret Buttle, 01449 707353 Our meeting on December 5 was held at the village scout hut. Bernie welcomed everybody as usual and after branch business, members enjoyed a Christmas buffet which was prepared by Margaret We held our Christmas lunch on December 10 at the Cedars Hotel in Stowmarket. As usual we were made extremely welcome by Sharon and her team with a delicious festive meal. Entertainment was provided by Peter Holloway who entertained the adults and children with his comedy, singing and magic.
STOWMARKET RAMBLERS Sunday, January 7 – Festival of Winter Walks: 5 mile walk around Tinker’s Marshes near Southwold. Park and meet in York Road, near the water tower in Southwold at 10.30am / GR. 503763. Leader: 01449 673131 Sunday, January 14: 5 mile circular walk around Haughley. Park and meet at Haughley Pavilion, Green Road, Haughley at 10.30am / GR. 027625. Leader: 01449 673690 Sunday, January 21: 6.5 mile walk to Thwaite and Wickham Skeith. Park and meet at Four Horseshoes pub car park, Wickham Road, Thornham Magna at 10.30am / GR. 104706. Leader: 01379 870468 Sunday, January 28: 5 mile walk around Creeting St Mary. Park and meet at Needham Market Railway Station at 10am / GR. 091549. Leader: 01449 771724
2018 will see the branch move into its 1918-2018 commemorations. Watch this space.
STOWUPLAND LOCAL HISTORY GROUP
Job Hunibell Every year at remembrance a single cross appears on the memorial for the name of Job Hunibell. Ashley, one of our members, is researching each soldier on the memorial and would relish the opportunity to know if they can help. If you know this person could you please get in touch at: acsargent48@gmail.com
Wednesday, February 7: Unusual Gravestones in Suffolk by Robert Halliday
Please note there is no branch meeting on January 2. Normal meetings resume from February 6 when our speaker is from Trinity House. To view our latest newsletter or our full calendar of events visit: www.britishlegion.org/branches/Haughley
Robert visited us in 2016 to talk about haunted Suffolk. The talk went down so well that we have invited him back this time to talk about some of the more unusual memorials and gravestones he has found in the county’s churchyards and cemeteries. Wednesday, March 7: We Will Remember Them: The Lives and Deaths of British Men who Fought in the First World War by Sarah Doig Since 2014 we have been commemorating the 100th anniversary of the First World War. Sarah Doig will look at the war from an East Anglian perspective – how men were recruited and served, the effect on rural communities back home as well as life in the trenches, a Suffolk VC, the first poppy day appeal and local war memorials. We meet at 7.30pm in Stowupland Village Hall (IP14 4BQ) where there is plenty of space to park. Visitors are always welcome and refreshments are available. Admission is £1 for members, £3 for non-members. For more information, please contact Judy Clarke: 01449 615386
STOWMARKET AND DISTRICT FLOWER CLUB The club will meet at Woolpit Village Hall on Wednesday, January 24, 12.30 for 1pm for a workshop entitled Out of the Box and a soup and bread lunch. Members £6, visitors £11. For details contact chairman Vicki Hease: 01449 770900
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OUT & ABOUT STOWMARKET & DISTRICT MONDAY CLUB We enjoyed the run-up to Christmas and had an evening making decorations for our tree for the Christmas Tree Festival in the church. Our theme this year is ‘It came upon the midnight clear’. The tree is now on show in the church and is looking really good. The following week we made decorations for the members to take home. An evening of ‘Touch & Feel’ followed with lots of discussion as to what the various items were. The evening of card making was hugely popular with some really beautiful cards produced. The photograph shows two of our members with the cards they had made. We now have a three-week break, reconvening in the New Year with a disco. We are a club for adults with learning difficulties and meet each Monday from 7.30-9.30pm at the Community Hub on Crown Street. We are run entirely by volunteers and new members and helpers are always very welcome. If you would like further information, please contact us on 01449 672123 or just come along on a Monday evening.
STOWMARKET & DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB On Tuesday, December 5, a meeting of retired professional and businesspersons took place at the Royal British Legion Club in Stowmarket. Oliver Miller of Bishop & Miller Auctioneers brought along items that he described in detail as to their origin, current appeal in the marketplace and potential value. It was evident that items which would have commanded a healthy return a few years ago are now out of vogue and while not worthless are valued at a fraction of their previous price. This is very much down to taste, fashion and demand. After his presentation, the floor was opened up for questions which Oliver was busy answering for nearly 30 minutes. Our proposed programme for 2018 is as follows, with a few dates to be confirmed. January 2 February 6 March 6 March 16 April 3 May 1 May 8 June 5 June 8 July 3 July 10 August 7 September 4 October 2 October 8 October November 6 December 4 December
Nigel Smith from CAMRA The Rev Chris Woods on the subject of The Island of Iona Jason Salisbury from Farmhouse Cheeses Spring Lunch at the Cedars Hotel, Stowmarket AGM plus Alex Fisher on The Must Farm Dig John Sayers on 30 Years as a Coach Driver Trip to Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse Museum, Norfolk Jeanette Baldry on The Servants of Abbots Hall Summer Lunch at Needham Market Community Centre (date TBC) Roy Laverick on Trans-Siberian and Beyond Day trip to Chartwell (home of Winston Churchill) Open meeting and update on the Air Ambulance TBC Roger Kennel on Ipswich behind the Counter Five-day trip to the Durham area (detail TBC) Autumn Lunch (date/venue TBC) Graham Higgins on Magistrates TBC Christmas lunch at Needham Market Community Centre (date TBC)
If non-members are prepared to provide a 45-60 minute presentation on their hobby, business, society, club or project, please let us know. Contact details below. Annual membership will be £15 in April 2018. All trips are costed out to break even and a good deal is negotiated by a member of the committee. New members are very welcome and encouraged. Please contact David Robson (daviderobson@gmail.com) or any other member for details. Our monthly meetings are held at the RBL Club on Tavern Street, Stowmarket from 10.30am-noon.
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OUT & ABOUT / SPORT STOWMARKET BRIDGE CLUB In their final match in the Suffolk Summer League (Division 1) for club teams of eight, Stowmarket suffered a heavy loss against a strong Colchester team. Despite this being the only loss of the season, it meant that Stowmarket finished third in the league. Nevertheless, it is a very creditable result for a team promoted from Division 2 last year. On November 10 the club participated in a national simultaneous pairs competition in aid of Children in Need. One of the best turnouts of the year resulted in £183 being raised for the cause. The top pair in the club was Andy Billinge and Sekhar Pillai who came 38th out of 958 pairs nationally. Over the years such national bridge competitions have raised a total to date of £881,950 for Children in Need. For details of times of play and venues please visit: www.bridgewebs.stowmarket.co.uk
STOWMARKET TENNIS CLUB Strange things are happening in the world of sport: Ipswich Town seem to be producing some football, Formula 1 is attracting Alfa Romeo and Aston Martin, and Andy Murray is forming a sports management company! This last element is the one which raises the most eyebrows because usually top athletes wait until they’ve reached their peak before distracting themselves with too much off-court business. The Williams sisters are well known to have created future careers in fashion to continue after their playing days are over, but our Andy will be mentoring young players and sprinters. If you combine this with his persistent hip injury, which is still no better after five months of rehab and physio, maybe his thoughts are turning elsewhere… Down at the club we have no distractions from the tennis with social play, matches and the full coaching program continuing right through the winter. The weekend league pairs are just about to enjoy a well-earned break over the festive period having reached the halfway point in this year’s campaign. So far the results sound promising with nearly all of our teams emerging with either two or three points from every home fixture. The coldest weather is yet to come so they’ll be readying themselves for more clothing and more wins as the matches resume. The starter fun sessions continue to attract good numbers with several new faces appearing for our junior fun sessions: Saturday morning has two sessions for the Under 9s and Thursday evening for the 10s and over. Adults can also get started, even at this time of year, by joining the Cardio tennis class on Tuesday evenings. It’s a great way to get into tennis without having to worry about your standard or any other expectations. The music is great (not my own, of course) and rackets can be borrowed. So, a lot going on over the Christmas period so if you fancy working off those extra calories, or even making a bit of space for the beforehand, get in touch. Senior Club Coach Chris Cunningham: chris@chriscoaching.plus.com
SUFFOLK DEMENTIA HELPLINE 01473 353350 We are here to help 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The helpline can provide a listening ear as well as information and signposting to services that can help. The Suffolk Dementia Helpline can support anyone who needs to talk. Perhaps you have memory worries yourself or even a recent diagnosis and want someone to talk to. Maybe you have concerns about a loved one, or need support in your caring role. Perhaps it’s just information you are after, or a confidential chat with someone. The line can help anyone who is looking for practical support and is able to provide you with local information and get you in touch with organisations that can help.
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OUT & ABOUT NASA TECHNOLOGY LANDING ON EARTH One small step for man, one giant leap on a treadmill Many people think that the millions we spend on spaceflight and exploration is a waste that could be spent down here on Earth in better ways.
The night sky may look pretty on a clear night, but the content of space doesn’t really affect our everyday lives. However, it’s worth taking a look at what the NASA space program has actually developed and delivered to our everyday lives. What’s come as a spinoff from the space program; that little camera in your smartphone uses technology driven to make a tiny camera to fit on spacecraft; CAT scanners used in medicine have been derived from the need to get high quality images in space; we are saving energy due to LED lights – and yep they came from NASA pushing new technology; the insulation in your home keeping you warm this winter has come as a result of NASA needing to insulate things from the extreme cold of space. There are loads more things too; foil blankets, water purification, the dust buster, memory foam beds, baby formula, scratch resistance lenses, wireless headsets, laptops and even the simple computer mouse.
MELFORD HALL NEEDS YOU! Following our successful open day last September, we will be holding another in February. We are still looking to recruit more volunteer room guides and would like to give you the opportunity to meet and chat with current volunteers, as well as having a look around the hall. You will be able to hear first hand what is entailed in the role as well as what they have gained out of it. If you have some spare time on your hands, are perhaps a little lonely, or want to meet people and chat, make new friends and have new experiences, then why not come along and find out more? Our team are a very friendly group of all ages and backgrounds. They spend what time they are able to commit in a beautiful environment, surrounded by fine furniture, art and objects. The hall is open from Wednesday to Sunday, plus bank holidays, from 1-5pm, March to October. The role will involve talking to our visitors, answering any of their questions and sharing the stories of this wonderful family home. Don’t worry – there will be as much help and guidance as you need so you can go at your own pace. Although a National Trust property you do not need to be a member to volunteer. So why not make it your New Year resolution to volunteer at Melford Hall. The open day is Saturday, February 24 from 10am-3pm. We look forward to welcoming you. Please contact us if you would like to find out more: melford@nationaltrust.org.uk / 01787 379228 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/melford-hall
Another space-derived invention is the trainer. Suit construction technology led to the design of trainers used today, helping to offload impact. Helping to offload impact is another NASA fuelled technology, and it’s slowly filtering in to clinics and hospitals. It’s an anti-gravity treadmill. Okay so many might think how can you defy gravity without taking a really expensive trip on the comet vomit flight. Well some clever people have come up with the solution – fit a giant bubble around a treadmill, get someone to wear some shorts which attaches to the hole in the bubble which is zipped up to form an airtight seal around their waist and then fill it with pressurized air. The effect of the air gently lifts someone and can reduce their effective body weight down to a low of 20%. What’s great is it can help so many people. The obvious ones are those after a lower body or back injury, which means that they can be active really quickly again, without putting so much pressure through their bones, muscles and joints, helping to return to fitness quicker. Those with degenerative joint pain can get back to walking or running without pain, keep up their fitness and health. Many patients with a neurological condition can have the chance to walk again easier as a result of a little less gravity pulling them down. Those who are overweight can also use it for walking and running; get that motion kick starting the metabolism and burn off that extra Christmas (or perhaps longer) weight, in an environment which doesn’t hurt so much as running outdoors. Take some of the load off by reducing gravity and you can run without putting so much stress on the system. It could even motivate you to see what running outside might feel like if you lost a few pounds. Sadly these treadmills aren’t cheap, but hopefully it will be another NASA spinoff, which will make it down here on Earth in more clinics in the future. Robert Grainger MSc MCSP HCPC CSCS Practice Principal PhysioFixx Physiotherapy Clinic Sports Physiotherapist
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ON THE GRAPEVINE DANCEEAST TO HOST NATIONAL YOUTH DANCE FESTIVAL U.DANCE 2018
SUCCESSFUL FIRST YEAR OF PIONEERING PROJECT StartEast is delighted to announce, as the calendar year draws to a close, that they have so far supported more than 130 cultural and creative individuals, start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises in Norfolk and Suffolk, with over 800 hours of advice and training to enable them to take the next vital steps in securing growth for their businesses. Bespoke business support packages have been specifically tailored, following individual assessments, to deliver a combination of one to one sessions, practical small group workshops and larger networking events, providing opportunities to meet other creatives from across the region, covering popular topics such as business planning, finance, fundraising and social media. One StartEast beneficiary commented: “The session I attended focused on financial, social media and entrepreneurial considerations. All of this was really helpful and the session on how to nurture creative potential and apply it to cultural enterprise was inspirational.” StartEast Advisor Sue Lawther-Brown said: “Working with StartEast as an advisor has given me enormous optimism about the quality and quantity of creative talent in Norfolk and Suffolk. I’ve met such an interesting range of people, all pursuing businesses in the cultural sector, and all with passion, determination and a great deal to offer the future of this region. It’s so encouraging to see so many new and established creatives wanting to work smarter, be more business -like and making a real difference to the economy of the local area. I look forward to meeting many more creative entrepreneurs in the year to come.” StartEast: Building the Cultural Economy is a major economic development initiative led by the New Anglia Cultural Board, managed by Norfolk County Council in partnership with Suffolk County Council and delivered by the New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich The £12.million project received funding from Arts Council England’s Creative Local Growth Fund (£500k) and the European Regional Development Fund (£609,773) One of nine national projects supported through the first round, it was one of only 3 to be awarded the full amount available through the fund. Councillor Margaret Dewsbury, Chairman of Norfolk County Council’s Communities Committee, said: “Major Arts Council England and European Regional Development Fund investment has enabled Norfolk County Council, in partnership with Suffolk County Council and the New Anglia LEP Cultural Board, to develop this ambitious and pioneering business development programme which will significantly strengthen our cultural sector, placing it at the heart of economic growth in the region. It is very exciting to see StartEast now fully underway and benefiting people across the region.” StartEast supports creative sole traders, established SMEs and start-ups working in various art-form areas, such as performing arts, outdoor arts, dance, music and literature. It also supports technical roles in the sector such as, for example, stage management. The initiative is enabling a step-change in the capacity, ambition, impact and economic contribution of our regional cultural sector which is one of the New Anglia LEP’s ten priority growth sectors. The programme is leveraging the strong partnerships already established between Norfolk and Suffolk’s cultural sectors – including 12 Arts Council England National portfolio organisations, the New Anglia LEP and other key growth sectors. For further information about StartEast, please contact info@starteast.co.uk / 01473 295938 or visit: www.starteast.co.uk
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Following four days of youth dance celebrations in Birmingham earlier this year to mark One Dance UK’s U.Dance 2017, it was revealed that DanceEast will host the national event for the first time in 2018. Each year the U.Dance festival showcases a selection of dance groups from all over the country, as well as providing young people with the chance to take part in workshops and masterclasses with dance industry professionals, and inspire each other with a love of dance. The 2018 festival will run in July, across both DanceEast Image by Brian Slater and Snape Maltings. It will enable young dancers from both schools and youth dance groups to participate in classes, workshops, careers sessions and social activities during the three and half day residential. Coming to the East of England for the first time, One Dance UK will work with DanceEast to make U.Dance 2018 a unique experience, inspired by the region’s urban and rural landscapes. DanceEast will also host the regional platform, which forms part of the selection process for the festival, on Sunday 18 February 2018, at the University of Bedfordshire. Applications for the regional platform open on DanceEast’s website at the end of October, closing on Friday 24 November. Youth dance and school dance groups are invited to apply to perform, in a bid to be part of the national festival in the summer of 2018. Applications are welcome from across the entire eastern Image by Brian Slater region and groups working in any dance genre are encouraged to apply. Dancers need to be aged between 11 to 19 (or up to age 25 for dancers with additional needs). Working in partnership with One Dance UK, DanceEast is excited to continue to champion youth dance in all its forms. DanceEast’s base at the Jerwood DanceHouse has played host to regional U.Dance heats since 2012 as the East of England partner organisation, heading to the University of Bedfordshire for 2018. Lucy Bayliss, Head of Creative Programmes, said: “Work with young dancers is a core part of DanceEast’s programme and we are excited to have the opportunity to celebrate this work with groups from across the country through such a prestigious event. U.Dance brings a huge amount of colour and energy to the host area and is a positive celebration of what young people can achieve. We are looking forward to welcoming the national groups to Suffolk, to experience just a little of what is special about living and working in the East.” Andrew Hurst, Chief Executive of One Dance UK, said: “We are excited to partner with DanceEast in presenting U.Dance 2018. The U.Dance national youth dance festival is an important event on the national dance calendar. From the local platforms to the Festival itself, U.Dance engages with more than 7,000 young dancers each year, encouraging them in the pursuit of excellence in dance and embarking on careers in dance, highlighting one of One Dance UK’s key aspirations - to get as many young people as possible dancing.” In true U.Dance tradition, the 2018 event will further extend DanceEast’s offering of dance opportunities. Additional specialised projects are also hoped to increase the dance opportunities for children and young people in the region for 2018, expanding the reach of U.Dance to young people in Suffolk and beyond.
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ON THE GRAPEVINE / CHURCH NEWS OPEN DAY AT BRUISYARD HALL
WOOLPIT ROOM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP White Elm Road, Woolpit IP30 9SQ We are a group of ordinary people who want to worship and praise God, thank Him for all His love and seek to share His love with others in our daily lives. We invite you to join us in any of the church’s activities – you will be very welcome. Sundays: 10-11am followed by coffee & biscuits Monday Meet: 2.30-3.30pm including coffee & biscuits For further information please visit: www.woolpitroomfellowship.org
Bruisyard Hall, the country house wedding venue set in the rolling countryside just outside Framlingham, is opening its doors for a Wedding Open day on Sunday, January 28 from 10am to 2pm. Due to weekend wedding bookings, this open day is the only available weekend to view the hall for at least four months. The Wedding Open Day at Bruisyard Hall is free to attend though guests do need to pre-register online. It gives couples the chance to tour the 14th century country house that provides luxury accommodation and can be an intimate wedding venue for up to 24 people. A few paces away, the lovingly refurbished medieval barn can host up to 140 guests for a ceremony and wedding breakfast. The open day means guests can see the venue, meet the team and meet a range of trusted suppliers. There will also be canapés to sample and free prosecco for the first 50 guests through the door. Everyone will receive a goodie bag to take away. The weddings team will be available to check availability, talk through catering options and answer any questions that may arise.
MONDAY MEET: Recommencing January 22 You are very welcome to join us from 2.30-3.30pm at Woolpit Christian Fellowship for a friendly, informal and relaxed get-together. We start with an interesting talk, then break for tea, followed by an encouraging talk from the Bible. For more information call Margaret (240565) or Phil and Jan (240502). ALSO SEE GIRL’S NIGHT ON PAGE 10.
ST ANDREW’S, NORTON AND ST ANDREW’S, TOSTOCK Part of the Benefice of Pakenham, Norton & Tostock, with Great Ashfield, Hunston & Stowlangtoft Priest-in-Charge: The Rev Katherine Valentine 01359 235095 / katherine@kavalentine.plus.com
Alan Sabol, general manager at Bruisyard Hall, explains: “We look forward to welcoming couples, their friends and family to Bruisyard Hall’s unspoilt corner of the Suffolk countryside. Our open day provides an opportunity for us to share the warmth and character that resonates from this magnificent estate as our guests mingle with suppliers and enjoy making plans for their special day.”
Our beautiful and ancient churches are both open daily for visitors and for private prayer.
Robert Rous, owner of Bruisyard Hall, added: “Despite its grandeur, Bruisyard Hall is a cosy and welcoming ‘home from home’ for wedding parties to enjoy. Our family business is focused on customer satisfaction, so we offer a helpful, reliable and friendly service along with the privacy to relax and enjoy the facilities.”
Sunday, January 14 9.30am Holy Communion, St Andrew’s, Tostock 6pm Evensong, St Andrew’s, Norton
SERVICES IN JANUARY Sunday, January 7 8am Holy Communion, St Andrew’s, Norton 9.30am 9.30 for 10am family@church Epiphany at Pakenham
Sunday, January 21 11am Morning Prayer, St Andrew’s, Norton 6pm United Service at Salvation Army Sunday, January 28 9.30am Family Communion, St Andrew’s, Norton 11am Morning Prayer, St Andrew’s, Tostock Countryside Church at The Croft, Tostock Monday, January 15: 10am Songs of Praise An informal service of prayer and praise for everyone is held at The Croft every month. Come and sing your favourite hymns, chat with friends and enjoy the refreshments.
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Bruisyard Hall is a magnificent 14th century stately home turned exclusive use country house. The stunning building and its barn are set in 700 acres of beautiful parkland and forest in the Suffolk countryside. Not far from Framlingham with easy access from the A12, Bruisyard Hall and Barn have been lovingly refurbished to a very high standard throughout. The Hall can accommodate up to 24 people in its 12 bedrooms – perfect for the bridal party. And with over 45 rooms, including a games room and attic bar, there’s no chance of getting under each other’s feet. For more information please call 01728 639000 or visit: www.bruisyardhall.com
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9.30am for 10am on the first Sunday of the month at St Mary’s, Pakenham A Benefice Family Service for all ages on the first Sunday of every month at St Mary’s, Pakenham with ‘breakfasty’ refreshments available from 9.30am. This new venture is run by the whole benefice and is the opportunity for all our villages and families to join together in worship and get to know each other. Look out for the invitation coming through your door! Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: January 18-25 Sunday, January 21, 6pm: United Service at The Salvation Army Hall in Norton, followed by refreshments
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CHURCH NEWS Breakfast Church 3rd Sunday of the month
ST JOHN’S CHURCH, ELMSWELL Hello from St John’s, If you’d like to know about our church, please get in touch or visit: www.stjohnselmswell.org.uk / Facebook The Rev Peter Goodridge: 01359 240512 / elmswellrector@gmail.com Happy New Year from all at St John’s Church – a welcoming church for all ages!
9am at St John’s, Elmswell
Christmas. The church was then lit splendidly with candles for our moving Nine Lessons and Carols Service, a lovely traditional way of engaging with the coming of the Saviour. It was a privilege again to welcome Little Elms and Elmswell Community Primary School as they held their Christmas nativity and carol celebrations in St John’s in mid-December. It is always lovely to see the church full of excitement as well as people. Christmas Eve was amazing again – a packed out, fun afternoon family nativity (I Can’t Wait for Christmas) and our more reflective late night communion, which saw in Christmas Day. There is always lots going on at St John’s and everyone is always welcome. Remember this is your church – it is for everyone. If you’d like to know more or enquire about getting married or having your baby christened, please get in touch! The Rev Peter Goodridge 01359 240512 / elmswellrector@gmail.com www.stjohnselmswell.org.uk / Facebook
What a wonderful festive season Christmas is. At St John’s we kicked off December with an amazing Christingle celebration – oranges, ribbon, cocktail sticks, sweets and a candle reminding us how Jesus is the reason for the season and the light of the world.
So, we head into 2018. Yes, we do face major challenges as we seek to repair the chancel ceiling and replace the south aisle roof following the theft of over four tons of lead. But despite the odd hard hat and lots of fundraising, it remains business as usual. We will continue supporting the needs of those nearby (e.g. through the Stowmarket Foodbank) and those far away (e.g. through Tearfund). We will also continue to make known the love of God to all. Perhaps you feel you need to experience his love and compassion or are seeking meaning in life. Why not come along or get in touch? Encountering Jesus can be life-changing. Here are our services for January, but do keep an eye out on our website and Facebook for other events, such as quiz night, etc. Sunday, January 7 9.30am 11am
All-Age Epiphany Service BCP Morning Prayer plus Communion
Sunday, January 14 8am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Parish Praise Morning Service Sunday, January 21 9.30am Breakfast Church (breakfast from 9am) 11am Holy Communion Candles continued to play a significant part during the rest of the month. Years 5 and 6 from the primary school enjoyed seeing lots of candles lit as they came to the church to Discover Advent in early December. The Cathedral’s Discovery Centre helped us set up this engaging way of reflecting on Christmas in a slightly different way. The children moved around five areas of the church, thinking about some of the main characters and events of
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Sunday, January 28 10.30am Holy Communion Sunday, February 4 9.30am All-Age Service 11am Holy Communion (BCP)
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NORTON SALVATION ARMY Woolpit Road, Norton IP31 3LU Captains Andrew and Jackie Jarrold: norton@salvationarmy.org.uk / 01359 240787 REGULAR ACTIVITIES Sunday Worship: 11am & 6pm Family Service & Breakfast: First Sunday in month at 10.45am – relaxed, informal family worship with refreshments.
CAMEO (Come and Meet Each Other) Lunches: Thursdays, 11.30am-1pm Everyone welcome! Enjoy fellowship over a meal. Bible Study: Tuesdays, 7.45pm fortnightly Enjoy God’s word in a relaxed way either at SA Hall or 37 Blackbourne Road, Elmswell Band Practice: Thursdays, 8pm Songster Practice: Tuesdays, 7.45pm (fortnightly)
Tea and Toast Community Fellowship: Monday and Wednesday at 8.45am. All welcome.
Games Night: First Friday in each month, 7.30pm Carpet Bowls, board games and more!
Toddlesong: Mondays, 9.30-11.30am (term time only) Music, refreshments, play for toddlers (and parents and carers!)
Craft Night: Third Friday, 7-9pm Informal crafting for all abilities
610 Club: Tuesdays, 6-7pm (term time only) Games, fun, craft and much more for ages six-10ish
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