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Volume 7 • Issue No. 10 • SEPTEMBER 2017
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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR As ‘summer’ draws to an end and holidays become a distant memory I think we all need something to make us laugh. I’ve found the perfect thing. A wonderful little book titled F In Exams by Richard Benson (Published by Summersdale Publications Ltd) has provided much hilarity in my house of late. It’s “full to the brim with funny examples of creative answers from clueless but canny students” and I’ve chosen some of my favourites for you. Enjoy! Q: What is a nitrate? A: It is much cheaper than a day rate. Q: What is a fibula? A: A little lie. Q: What does ‘terminal illness’ mean? A: When you become ill at the airport. Q: Explain the concept of homeostasis. A: It is when you stay at home all day and don’t go out. Q: How high is Mount Everest? A: Depends how much snowfall it has had since it was last measured. Q: Freud stated that the superego contains the moral aspect of one’s personality. Define the term ‘superego’. A: A really fast sports car. Q: What is a co-operative? A: It is a shop which is not as expensive as M&S. Q: Jess has been asked to collect data about the amount of television his friends watch. Think of an appropriate question he could ask them. A: How much TV do you watch? Q: Name Britain’s highest award for bravery. A: Probably Nelson’s Column.
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HELPING THE ADULTS OF TOMORROW TO STOP SUFFERING IN SILENCE A new charity in Martlesham to support young people aged 11-25 who are struggling with mental health difficulties launches two exciting fundraising events. Footsteps Walking with You will offer affordable counselling with professional counsellors for youngsters and their families when little support is available elsewhere. A study by the Mental Health Foundation found that three out of four mental health problems are established by age 24, yet 70% of children and adolescents who experience mental health problems have not had appropriate interventions at a sufficiently early age. Christine Pinder from the charity said: “We believe that early intervention is key and reaps all sorts of benefits, not only in the short term but also has life-long benefits for good mental health and wellbeing. Our ethos is based in Christianity and we accept clients of all faiths and none, of any race, sexual orientation and gender.” Footsteps Walking with You have two fundraising events in September to raise awareness and invite everyone to support the charity by attending • Open Garden at Dairy Farm, Brightwell on Sunday, September 10 from 2-5pm. Go along and enjoy the gardens along with tea and cakes. Admission is £4 and under 16s are free. • Multicultural banquet at St Michael’s Church, Martlesham Heath on Saturday, September 16, 4-6pm. Why not come and enjoy good food from around the world and find out more about Footsteps? Tickets are £20 per adult and under 16s are free; advance purchase is advised. For more information or to buy tickets, call Christine or Jo on 07955 898151 or email: footstepswalkingwithyou@gmail.com
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This year’s Martlesham Macmillan Coffee Morning will take place at St Michael’s Church on The Drift from 9.30am-noon on September 29. It will be supported by The Country Market, Friends on Friday, the Runway Coffee Shop and Woolley Wonders as well as our regular groups and will be an exciting and enjoyable time supporting a much loved charity. If you would like to know more, help out or provide cakes please contact Margaret: mgtritt@me.com / 07914 771061 But whatever you do, come along on the day and be ready to support Macmillan Cancer Support.
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NEWS MARTLESHAM PARISH COUNCIL
you’ve helped at the work party? There is a car park adjacent to the site.
Grants to local organisations in 2018 The parish council will be considering all applications for grants from local organisations in the autumn. If your group wishes to apply for a grant, please contact the clerk (details below) for an application form, to be completed and returned to the parish council by Monday, October 9. These grants are awarded for the financial year 2018/19 and will be presented at the Annual Parish Meeting in April 2018. Any group with a project requiring parish council support/funding should also submit their project details and business plan by October 9 at the latest.
If you have any comments about the facility or would like to share photos of players in action, we would be pleased to receive them.
Work Party at the Recreation Ground As part of our ongoing management plan for the Recreation Ground, we welcome volunteers to a work party on October 21, meeting between 10am and 2pm (stay for as long or as little as you like, bring a packed lunch if you wish but a cuppa will be on hand). There will be lots of jobs to do for all abilities and ages, with the guidance of Neil Lister, Countryside Officer for Suffolk Coast & Heaths Project. If you would like more information, please contact the council office. See contact details below. Martlesham Common Nature Reserve Open Day Saturday, September 2, 11am-3.30pm A free family event led by the Greenways Countryside Project and organised by the parish council to promote the varied and important wildlife of this valuable heathland. Others taking part are Butterfly Conservation, Portal Woodlands Conservation Group, Martlesham Conservation Group, Martlesham in Bloom and Ipswich Suffolk Wildlife Trust Group. Two guided walks will take place at 11.30am and 2.30pm. Fun activities for children will include building wildlife homes such as bird and bug boxes. Free parking adjacent to the site at Martlesham Community Centre, Felixstowe Road IP12 4PB. Recreation Ground Petanque Piste We would like to draw your attention to a parish facility which may have gone under the radar since its launch in September 2014. At the Recreation Ground in old Martlesham there is a petanque piste (also known as boules) which is open and free to all to use. There is no need to book, simply turn up with your petanque balls/boules and play. Why not plan to have a go after
Major development to the land south and east of Adastral Park The council responded to further consultation in July on the planning application DC/17/1435/OUT (2,000 new homes). Links to our responses can be found on the home page of our website. We have continued concerns about the transport infrastructure, the future of health care facilities, adequate provision of affordable housing and adequate car parking. We understand that work on traffic modelling is on-going and there may be further revisions to consider. Suffolk Coastal District Council (SCDC) Local Plan Review SCDC has advised us that it will be embarking on an Issues and Options consultation commencing on August 18 for 10 weeks. Developers and landowners have submitted sites which they think might be suitable for housing or business development within the district and local opinion will be sought. We have been warned that a number of sites have been identified in Martlesham so please look out for this consultation, which has still not been issued at the time of going to press. Forthcoming meetings: Wednesday, September 6: Parish Council Wednesday, September 13: Recreation & Amenities Committee Wednesday, October 4: Parish Council All meetings start at 7.30pm in the Parish Room on Felixstowe Road and are open to the public who are welcome to ask questions or make comments to the council during the adjournment. Contacting the council Clerk to Martlesham Parish Council, Parish Room, Felixstowe Road, Martlesham, Woodbridge IP12 4PB / 01473 612632 / clerk@martleshamcouncil.org.uk For latest news and events visit: www.martlesham.onesuffolk.net Parish Office opening times: 9am-noon, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays, but please book an appointment in advance.
JOHN KELSO’S DISTRICT COUNCILLOR REPORT CEG Adastral Park Development At the time of writing this report I am advised that the application is likely to go before the Planning Committee at Suffolk Coastal sometime in late September. Please visit www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk for the most up-to-date information. I believe discussions are still taking place between all parties regarding access issues to the new development and the proposed road alterations on the A12. Suffolk Coastal Local Plan Issues and Options Consultation Please be aware that a consultation exercise is taking place to update the Suffolk Coastal Local Plan. The closing date for responses to be received is October 30. This document may contain proposals to develop land that may affect your property or neighbourhood and may contain proposals to change some existing policies. Please take this opportunity to examine the document and to make representations to support or object to any of its proposals or changes. The document is available to view at: www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk If you don’t have access to a computer please contact me at the details below so that I can lend you a hard copy or you can view the document at the parish council office by prior arrangement with the parish clerk on 01473 612632. Enabling Communities Budget I still have funds available to assist with any Martlesham organisation creating new projects. Please contact me at the details below to find out if your project meets the necessary criteria. If you wish to discuss any of the above issues or any other district council matter, please contact me: john.kelso@suffolkcoastal.gov.uk / 01473 631682
YOU’RE IN CONTROL A new Children in Need funded project working with seven-12 year olds in Ipswich We are recruiting volunteers to give time and support to children and young people for two-three hours a week – including evenings and weekends – providing one-to-one support, helping to build their self-esteem, giving them the opportunity to join local clubs and organisations, make friendships and have fun! Training and ongoing support is offered, and DBS checks and references will be undertaken. For more information contact Rosie: rosie@homestartinsuffolk.org 01473 621104 www.homestarteastsuffolk.org
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NEWS FLU CLINICS FOR MARTLESHAM SURGERY PATIENTS For most healthy people, seasonal flu is an unpleasant but usually selflimiting disease with recovery usually within a week. However, older people, pregnant women and those with underlying disease, particularly chronic respiratory or cardiac disease or those who are immunosuppressed, are at risk of severe illness if they catch flu. The vaccination clinics are arranged for Wednesday, October 11 from 2-6pm and Thursday, October 19 from 8.30am12.30pm and are being held at The Surgery (Martlesham Heath). Please note this is for Martlesham Heath Surgery patients only and patients in any of the following categories can attend: • People aged 65 or over • Pregnant women • People aged 6 months or over with a fully diagnosed medical condition such as: Asthma – on steroid (brown) inhalers Diabetes Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Heart Failure Chronic Kidney Disease at stage 3, 4 or 5 Chronic Liver Disease Parkinson’s Disease Motor Neurone Disease Stroke or TIA Multiple Sclerosis People with a diagnosed weakened immune system condition • People living in long-stay residential care homes or other long stay care facilities • People who are in receipt of a carer’s allowance, or those who are the registered main carer of an older or disabled person (evidence will be required) If you have any queries speak to the practice manager.
MARTLESHAM HEATH COUNTRY MARKET Eat cake for a good cause… September is an ideal coffee morning sort of month, I think, and Macmillan Cancer Support are running the world’s biggest on Saturday, September 29. Find your local event at the Runway Coffee Shop at St Michael and All Angels, Martlesham. Everyone is welcome! What goes well with coffee is, of course, home-baked cakes and biscuits: you can enjoy the café’s delights as well as sample and buy these most appetising comestibles at St Michael’s Church Hall from about 9am. There will be tables groaning with tasty delights baked by our regular Country Market artisan bakers and you can buy yet more well-deserved treats to take home. Everything sold contributes towards the fundraising. We hope we’ll see you there.
KESGRAVE LIBRARY Sunday Crafts (10am-noon) • Sunday 3: Make one of the Animal Agents, Slip or Slide, out of a plate. • Sunday 10: It’s Summer Reading Challenge Presentation Day. Make a stick secret agent. What colour cape will you chose? • Sunday 17: Make a harvest basket and fill it by printing with fruit. • Sunday 24: Make a paper bag squirrel puppet. Activities are free. Parents must stay with under eights. There’s no need to book – just turn up and have a go. BookStart: every Thursday (term time only), restarting September 7 • Tot Rock: 9.45-10.15am • BabyBounce: 10.30-11am Story Time: every Friday (term time only) from 9.45-10.15am – restarting Friday, September 8 Animal Agents Presentation: Sunday, September 10 Congratulations to all our borrowers who completed the Summer Reading Challenge this year. This is a fantastic achievement. The staff and volunteers look forward to seeing you all at the presentation where you will receive your medal and certificate and watch a magic show. The staff would also like to thank SPARK for supporting the reading challenge this year with a grant. Could parents please ensure that they attend the presentation during the times stated on their children’s invitation? Other Events for September Wednesday 6: Knit and Natter, 2.30pm. Just £1 with tea, coffee and biscuits provided. Thursday 7: Afternoon Book Group, 2.45pm. Currently reading And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini and The Cleaner of Chartres by Salley Vickers. Thursday 14: Evening Book Group, 7pm. Currently reading Spectacles by Sue Perkins. Lego Club: Re-starts on Tuesday, September 5, 3.45-4.45pm (term time only). Parents must stay with children under eight. IT Help Sessions: There are spaces available from September onwards if you would like any help with any aspect of IT, e.g. using your iPad, e-reader or need guidance downloading e-books from the library catalogue. Please get in touch or speak to a member of staff if you are interested. 100 Club: Our community group has launched a 100 Club to help with fundraising and nearly 70 people have already signed up. For just £1 per month you could enter and have a chance of winning a cash prize, plus knowing you are supporting your local library. Used stamps/coins – Can you help? Help raise funds for St Elizabeth’s Hospice. Just bring them along and hand in to staff – it’s as easy as that! New Card Range Why not pop along and look at the new range of cards we now have?
Tip: why not check out the cakes, savouries and baked treats beforehand at the Country Market by trotting along to Martlesham Heath Pavilion between 9 and 11.15am on any Tuesday morning this month? Get the warmest of welcomes. Order any special dainties, gluten-free or other dietcompliant tasty treats or staples. Remember that our excellent cooks will take orders for party food or special occasion catering: come along and discuss what you want.
Coming in October The library will be selling a large variety of charity Christmas cards in aid of all the main charities plus the Suffolk Wildlife Fund. Look out for more details in October’s article.
Remember that our busy artists, woodworkers, jewellery-makers and crafters are knitting, sewing, quilting, crocheting, wood-turning, painting and varnishing exquisite one-of-a-kind nice things which make a perfect gift for a friend, whatever the time of year. Our standards are high and our prices are very reasonable.
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OUT & ABOUT DANCE FOLKUS RETURNS WITH GUESTS HONEY AND THE BEAR Our main band will be performing from noon at Maritime Woodbridge on Saturday, September 9; please come along and support them. Everyone is welcome at our 21st birthday concert on Saturday, September 30 at St Michael’s Church Centre, Martlesham Heath starting at 7pm. Tickets (£3.50 / primary school children free) are available from our website, 2nd Stop Charity Shop (next to Kesgrave Tesco) or 07544 962205. All our bands will be performing and the concert will include the bandleaders’ awards to players who have improved the most over the year. Please come along and help us celebrate. There will be a raffle and refreshments available during the interval. We would love to hear from new players, young and old, with or without experience. Our aim is to encourage anyone who feels they would like to play in a brass band to come and have a go! If you would like to join us, or if you already play or have previously played a brass instrument and would like to come along and meet us, please contact us via the website or use the contact details below. Publicity Officer Liz Howard e_m_howard@talk21.com / 01473 625617 www.martleshambrass.co.uk
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Dance Folkus Come All Ye Band will be back again at Woodbridge Community Hall on Friday, September 1 starting at 7.30pm. The core band played on Saturday at FolkEast for a family ceilidh. Members of the band were also booked for Sidmouth and Dartmoor Folk Festivals and played as Harbour Lights Band for FolkEast’s opening barn dance. The new season promises a lot of variety and we have a special event in November with The Valiant Dance Band and caller Barry Goodman. We will also be using a variety of callers during the year – some local and some nationally known. Our caller for the first dance of our 2017/18 season will be our Helen Howe. Helen is very busy locally and calls for many dance clubs in East Suffolk The song spot in September will be Honey and the Bear, a local duo who’s interweaving vocal harmonies and foot stomping rhythms combine elements of folk, Americana, country and blues. They comprise songwriters Jon Hart and Lucy Sampson who have performed at festivals in the East of England such as Maverick, Ely, Cambridge and FolkEast. They completed their first tour of Germany in 2016 and also released their debut EP About Time. Don’t miss their short ‘taster’ performance at our dance. Dance Folkus events are ideal for visitors to Suffolk as they are fun and feature local musicians and singers. If you know anyone visiting the Woodbridge area on Friday, September 1 please encourage them to come along. Tickets at the door are £6 and there should be plenty of room even for those who decide to attend at the last minute. However, there is a £1 discount for booking in advance by email (no payment needed) and students are half price. To book contact: dancefolkus@aol.com For further information about joining the band or the evening barn dance contact Rob 01473 610951 www.facebook.com/WoodbridgeDanceFolkus2916
WOOLLY WONDERS On Saturday, November 11, Kesgrave Singers and the Ipswich Community Children’s Choir will be holding an autumn concert. All proceeds will be donated to the Royal British Legion. Over the past three years similar concerts have raised money for Suffolk Carers, Talitha Koum, Home-Start, Kim Sale and the Air Ambulance. The concert will be held in the main hall at Kesgrave Community Centre and will begin at 7pm. Tickets are £7.50 for adults and £3 for children under 16 years and are available from Michael Rayment: 01473 623486
We’ll be meeting from 10am-noon on September 14 and 28 in The Runway Café next to St Michael’s Church Centre. We are always pleased to welcome knitters of any skill level. We are a friendly group and can report we recently taught a soon-to-be grandmother to knit for the very first time We’ll have a stall at the coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support on Friday, September 29 at St Michael’s. All our knitted goods will be available on a donations only basis. Hope to see you there.
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From Saturday, September 2 throughout September: Sale of ex-library large print titles. All proceeds go to Woodbridge Library.
Gippeswyk Singers have been thrilled with the tremendous reception and superb reviews of The Dream of Gerontius at Snape Maltings in May 2017. Conductor Geoff Lavery took everyone who was there that night on an unforgettable journey through Elgar’s masterpiece, which included a wonderfully moving performance from the Lambeth Orchestra, outstanding solo voices and a dramatically beautiful choral sound from the impressive teamwork of Gippeswyk Singers and Beccles Choral Society.
Tuesday, September 5, 5.30-7.30pm: An evening to help raise awareness of Macmillan Cancer’s local support services. Join us for a cup of tea, to pick up some information and listen to speakers. Friday, September 6, 2-3pm: FOWL (Friends of Woodbridge Library) Events Group If you would like to help at events organised by the Friends of Woodbridge Library please contact Kellie Dimmock (kellie.dimmock@suffolklibraries. co.uk) or phone the library on 01394 446510. Friday, September 22, 7-9pm: Bag It film night with Transition Woodbridge Bag It follows ‘everyman’ Jeb Berrier as he navigates our plastic world. Jeb is an average American who decides to take a closer look at our cultural love affair with plastics. Jeb’s journey in this documentary film starts with simple questions: What are plastic bags made from? What happens to them after they are discarded? What he learns quickly grows far beyond plastic bags. Bag It makes it clear that it is time for a paradigm shift. The film will be followed by refreshments and an open discussion, including actions that are happening locally. Donations welcome. Wednesday, September 27, 2pm-3.30pm: Woodbridge & District Safer Neighbourhood Team Thursday, September 28, 7-9pm: Woodbridge Library celebrates National Poetry Day and the 10th anniversary of the Grey Hen Press with an evening of readings. Poets Hilary Elphick, Sylvia Fairley, Kate Foley and Angela Kirby will read from Grey Hen anthologies published during the past 10 years.
The singers are now busy preparing a lovely programme entitled Anthems for Advent with special guests the Nightingale Wind Quintet at Great Bealings Church on Sunday, December 3 at 7.30pm. This concert is designed to open your heart and lift your spirits for the coming Christmas season. Looking ahead to 2018, Gippeswyk will be celebrating Easter with a presentation of Bach’s St John Passion on Good Friday, March 30 at St John’s Church in Felixstowe at 7pm in conjunction with Felixstowe Music, featuring professional soloists and string orchestra. To finish off the year, Gippeswyk Singers are looking forward to the fun and camaraderie of another concert tour, this time to Somerset in the West Country with performances at Christchurch, Frome on Saturday, June 30 and St Michael’s Without, Bath on Sunday, July 1. A pre-tour summer concert will be given locally (venue yet to be advised) on Sunday, June 24. After the success of The Dream of Gerontius at Snape Maltings, a future collaboration with Beccles Choral Society and the Lambeth Orchestra is on the agenda for 2019. If you’ve never heard them, you’re missing out on a highly accomplished and delightfully expressive chamber choir who perform regularly in East Anglia under the musical direction of Geoff Lavery. Profits from their concerts go to support local charities which are chosen by the choir members each year. For more information visit their Facebook page or: www.gippeswyksingers.co.uk
Tickets £5 (including an interval drink). Anthologies will be on sale and available for signing.
EAST IPSWICH CAMERA CLUB EXHIBITION
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East Ipswich Camera Club, who were formed 34 years ago, will be holding an exhibition of prints and projected digital images at the Tower Hall, Broadlands Way, Rushmere St Andrew IP4 5SU (close to Bixley Farm Centre) on Saturday, September 2.
Gloria by John Rutter, directed by Claire Weston, assisted by John Hutchings and Chris Milton, Sunday, October 22 at Framlingham College, 9.30am-5pm. Adults £20, under 19s free. Includes all music, expert tuition and tea and coffee all day with delicious afternoon cakes. Please bring a packed lunch. Free public performance at 4.30pm.
The exhibition of members’ work will be open from 10.30am to 4.30pm. Entry is free and refreshments will be available.
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OUT & ABOUT PHILIP THICKNESSE – FRIEND OR FOE? Something fabulous is happening in Felixstowe. The story of Philip Thicknesse, Governor of Landguard Fort 1753-66, is being brought to life in the place where it all happened. This site-specific production developed by Woven Theatre Company offers a whole new perspective on a man who should be better known as an important figure in Felixstowe’s and Suffolk’s history. As you know, Landguard Fort is a spectacular location with a big central courtyard surrounded by rooms, fortifications, underground passages, an outer bailey and a moat and Philip Thicknesse is a character you will never forget. He was a man with very little respect for authority, but gained great loyalty from his men and was adored by his wives. Written by two local playwrights, Peppy Barlow and Sally Wilden, and led by four professional actors with the involvement of members of the public, Felixstowe Community Choir and the historic re-enactor volunteers based at the fort. Specially commissioned puppets – the governor’s monkey Jacko and his wife Ann’s parakeet – will add to the fun. Performances at 6pm on September 28, 29 and 30 and at 2pm and 6pm on October 1. Tickets (£12 / £6 for under 18s) are on sale through Eastern Angles: 01473 211498 / www.easternangles.co.uk For more information visit: www.philipthicknesse.com Do book up early and be part of the fun. Landguard Fort will never feel the same again.
IPSWICH COUNTRY MARKET September 23 to October 8 marks British Food Fortnight and at Ipswich Country Market British food is what we are all about. We sell local food from local producers and we’re on hand to tell you what’s in all our recipes. The garden flowers, plants and produce on offer are picked fresh from our producers’ gardens. Country Market offers a truly local shopping experience and a warm welcome. Alexia Robinson, organiser of British Food Fortnight, says: “Today’s customer wants value when they are shopping or eating out and value is no longer just about price. Increasingly people want tasty, fresh, healthy, seasonal, local and regionally distinct foods with visible traceability back to the producer – all distinctive qualities of British food.” This is what we offer so why not pop along and ‘love British food’? You can also love British craft too and find a large, varied range of locally handmade items, including sewing, knitting, beadwork and a selection of cards. We are open on Thursday mornings from 10.15-11.30am at Rushmere Village Hall on Humber Doucy Lane. We have plenty of free parking and home baked refreshments with a free tea or coffee on your first visit. Where else could you have a cheese scone or slice of cake and a hot drink for around a pound? We also have bacon rolls on offer on the first Thursday of the month for only £1! Fnd out more about British Food Fortnight at www.lovebritishfood.co.uk and more about our market on our Facebook page: Ipswich Country Market
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OUT & ABOUT WOODBRIDGE FARMERS’ MARKET
Woodbridge Farmers’ Market will be in action on one date only this month: Saturday, September 9. As always it will be held at Woodbridge Community Hall from 9am-12.30pm. Expect to find heaps of delicious fruit, flowers and vegetables (all locally grown, of course), chicken and wild meat, goat’s cheese, pies, pasties, falafel, cakes, eggs, preserves and pickles – there really will be something for everyone! And did we mention the cafe? Yes, we sell hot and cold drinks, sweet and savoury snacks, all homemade.
Believe it or not, The Runway Café has just celebrated its second birthday and we are really excited by the use the local community is able to make of us. Woolley Wonders, Ladies who Craft, Coding for Codgers and Network over Coffee are amongst the groups which meet here regularly, as well as friendship groups and neighbours who enjoy our top quality coffee and cakes. Whether you want space to read your paper or a friendly place for a chat, you will be made welcome. The Macmillan Coffee Morning is becoming a regular feature for us as the church and community groups get together to support a much loved charity. Don’t forget to join us on September 29. You can also look out for times to talk about specific subjects on occasional afternoons. We look forward to seeing you soon.
SUFFOLK BOOK LEAGUE Spend an evening with award winning novelist Emma Healey. Emma grew up in London, where she completed her first degree in book binding and graduated from the MA in Creative Writing at the University of East Anglia in 2011. Her debut novel, Elizabeth is Missing, won Best First Novel at the Costa Book Awards. Emma will be appearing at Ipswich Institute Reading Room (15 Tavern Street, IP1 3AA) on Wednesday, September 13 as part of Suffolk Book League’s 2017 programme of events. Doors open at 7pm, event starts at 7.30pm. General admission is £8 (members £4). Students free with ID. Tickets to be paid for on the door. Reservations can be made by emailing: tickets@sbl.org.uk www.sbl.org.uk
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OUT & ABOUT MARTLESHAM HEATH AVIATION SOCIETY We always have an evening outing in place of our August meeting. On Friday, August 4 approximately 60 of us visited the 390th Bombardment Group Memorial Air Museum of the United States Army Air Force at Parham. We were greeted by their chairman, Peter Kindred, on behalf of the volunteer guides and ladies who welcomed us with a cup of tea on our arrival. The museum is in the control tower and has grown over the years with the help of dedicated volunteers. It is an impressive memorial to the Second World War history of this bomb group whose losses were so awful. The Americans arrived in July 1943 and were thrown in at the deep end when they attacked the Messerschmitt aircraft factory at Regensburg in August and followed up with a raid on the Schweinfurt ball bearing factory complex in October. The group flew their last missions dropping supplies to the starving people in Holland just prior to D Day. They lost 186 B17 Flying Fortress bombers in 300 missions. 153 airmen were killed or missing.
SPEAK EASY AT MARTLESHAM How better to while the long autumn and winter evenings (well, every other Thursday anyway) than to join us at Speak Easy at Martlesham? Our meetings are good fun and also worthwhile. Like the BBC – we aim to inform, educate and entertain. Improving your public speaking and communication skills leads to better self confidence, which leads to better leadership skills. Speak Easy is a Toastmasters International club (www.toastmasters.org). TI has more than 90 years’ experience of the best ways for us all to develop our public speaking. There are leadership projects and opportunities, as well as the speaking projects, within its educational ‘tracks’. The tracks are supported by books and other materials that guide and challenge you. Importantly you’ll have the support of your fellow members, helping you to develop your speaking in a safe and encouraging environment. It’s always up to you how far and how fast you progress.
A smaller museum is dedicated to the British Resistance Organisation, whose object was to offer underground resistance if the country was invaded.
Our meetings are structured to include impromptu speaking, formal speaking and evaluation. Evaluation is a vital part of how Toastmasters’ clubs operate. When you evaluate someone else speaking you not only help them, you also – through empathy and understanding – help your own speaking. It’s very cost effective way to learn as well! For further details or queries – please call our VP Membership on 07968 372563 or select Contact Us from the main menu on our website: www.speak-easy.org.uk.
Our members were very impressed with Parham Air Museum and all those who have made it into such a fine tribute. Afterwards several members enjoyed a buffet supper at the Lion Inn at nearby Little Glemham.
If you just want turn up at any club meeting, that’s fine. We meet every Thursday fortnight at the Richards Room in Martlesham (alongside Felixstowe Road, behind Tesco). Select Club Calendar on the website for meeting dates and meeting information.
Our next meeting at Martlesham Community Hall on Friday, September 1 will be an illustrated talk by Mike Meech entitled Contact Patrols – Air Support for the Infantry in the First World War. Meetings start at 7.30pm with a tea/coffee break. Non-members are welcome for a payment of just £4 at the door.
IPSWICH AND DISTRICT SOROPTIMIST CLUB
Alan Powell, 01473 622458
BRING OUT YOUR BRAS!
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Obviously not the ones that you are currently wearing, but how about those that are hiding at the back of your underwear drawer? Maybe they were an impulse buy or you got tired of them or they didn’t fit comfortably. If you could use the space we could use your bras!
MARTLESHAM LADIES CLUB Our coffee morning in June was very successful. The weather was perfect so everyone could enjoy sitting in the garden with their coffee after visiting the various stalls. We raised £370, bringing our total for the year to £645 for the Motor Neurone Disease Association. Jane Oliver, one of their representatives, joined us for the morning and will also attend our next meeting to receive a cheque for the charity. The first meeting of the new season will be on September 7 when Paula Justa will return to tell us what happens to the materials which are sent for recycling. On September 21 Brian Russell will recount some of the humorous incidents which occurred while he was an after dinner speaker. On October 5 Ted Wheatley will give a talk entitled Overland to India on a Vespa.
We shall be in Sailmakers in Ipswich on Saturday, October 7 from 10am4pm to collect new or ‘gently used’ unwanted bras. What are we going to do with them? They will go to a project which supports women and girls who have survived being trafficked and forced into the sex trade in Mozambique, El Salvador and Kenya. To escape from this horrendous experience they need a sustainable way of earning their own living. Every 100 bras that we collect will enable a woman to set up her own business selling second hand bras, which are a status symbol in these countries and command a good price.
Our meetings are held on alternate Thursday evenings at 7.15pm in the Richards Room. To find out more about our varied activities contact Doreen Boar: 01473 622768
It seems such a simple idea to us, but it can have amazing results. Economic independence can give a woman back her self-esteem and self-confidence. As the project says ‘Empowerment gives women the opportunity to be who they were designed to be’ (freethegirls.org). Somehow donating a bra feels a rather personal way of holding out a hand to another woman.
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Soroptimists in Southend have collected 1,500 bras. Far be it from us to suggest that we are in competition with a sister club but with your help…
Monday, October 16: The Rendlesham Project by Faye Minter Bede, an English monk writing in the eighth century, mentioned an East Anglian Royal settlement at Rendlesham. Is this royal settlement of the people buried at Sutton Hoo? Come along and find out.
Please come and bring your contribution on October 7 – and tell your friends about it. For more information please call our secretary Joyce: 01394 615659
Meetings are held at Martlesham Heath Pavillon at 7.30pm, admission £2.50.
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OUT & ABOUT IPSWICH & DISTRICT HISTORICAL TRANSPORT SOCIETY Friday, September 29: On the Railway Lines to Yarmouth and Lowestoft, illustrated talk by Stuart Mcnee We meet at 7pm at the Salvation Army Citadel, 558 Woodbridge Road, Ipswich. Entrance via the rear car park. Visitors welcome – £3.50 at door including tea/coffee. Details from: 01473 414746/422145 www.idhts.co.uk
IPSWICH PHILATELIC SOCIETY It’s September and the new season of talks and displays starts at the club after the summer break. The programme is varied again this year with two additional afternoon meetings to be held in December and January. The season starts on September 6 with Bill Gibb displaying Nevis and British Virgin Islands, followed on September 20 by Richard Amery with The Life and Times of King George VI. Membership gives access to all the talks and displays and also to a circulating packet that allows you to buy material from other members and vendors from your own home. Meetings are held at Cedarwood Primary School, Wilkinson Drive, Kesgrave, 7 for 7.30pm; visitors welcome. For further information contact the secretary, Mike Smith: 01473 403904
U3A WELCOMES EVERYONE TO THE 2017/18 ACADEMIC YEAR The University of the Third Age in East Suffolk welcomes old and new members back from holidays and adventures to the new academic year. Hopefully many of you will have been at our open day at Kesgrave Community Centre on Friday, September 1 and have already planned your new year groups and activities.
CRAFTERS UNLIMITED A craft club for people who like to try different crafts in a light hearted atmosphere with refreshments, we meet on the fourth Thursday of each month in Rushmere Village Hall from 7.30-10pm. Thursday, September 28: Felt Poppy Brooch (Emma) Thursday, October 26: Basket Weave Christmas Card (Emma) Thursday, November 23: Beaded Snowflake and Candy Cane (Jill) and Christmas Party No meeting in December There are always other projects available with assistance from the committee and other club members. New members are always welcome. For more details contact: Jill 01473 713534 / Emma 01787 373850
IPSWICH BRANCH, SUFFOLK FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Thursday, September 28 at 7.30pm: The Ipswich War Memorial Project A major work researching the Great War dead on memorials in Ipswich, particularly those in Christchurch Park. We will learn how the project has grown and the stories behind many of the names. Bring along details of those you have an interest in or want to know more about. We meet at the Co-op Education Centre where the pedestrian entrance is at 11 Fore Street, Ipswich IP4 1JW, and the car park entrance is in Waterworks Street IP4 1JG. Admission is £2 for society members and £2.50 for non-members, who are warmly welcomed. You can join the society at the meeting if you wish. Tickets are not required, just turn up and pay on the door. For more information contact Howard on 01473 274300 or visit: www.suffolkfhs.org.uk
DEBEN ROTARY GOLF DAY
There are 27 special dates for your diaries during the next 12 months regarding talks in our four campuses in Kesgrave, Woodbridge, Felixstowe and Saxmundham. All of these are in the current member’s handbook (blue version) and hopefully I will be able to update any changes which may arise in this magazine’s columns. The first few dates for talks are: WOODBRIDGE COMMUNITY HALL Friday, September 22, 10.30am: Bees and Flowers by Jeremy Quinlan The contest between bees and flowers to gain benefits from the relationship. Refreshments will be available from 10am with the talk commencing at 10.30am. KESGRAVE COMMUNITY CENTRE Monday, September 25, 2pm: The Swing Era 1934-1947 by Douglas Baker Big bands, small groups, singers, pianists – an hour in the company of Bennie Goodman and others. Refreshments follow the meeting. SALVATION ARMY HALL, FELIXSTOWE Thursday, October 5, 10.30am: River Thames Waterman by Brian Cornell A first-hand account of the operating practises of the Port of London in the post-war era. Refreshments follow the meeting. Members please remember to show your new membership cards which are blue this season. Visitors are invited to come to one talk before actually enrolling as a full member. If it is to be your first visit please make yourself known and give your details to the campus co-ordinator so that we know how you heard of U3A and they can welcome you accordingly. www.u3aeastsuffolk.org.uk / 03001 233913
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The charity golf day organised by the Rotary Club of Woodbridge Deben in conjunction with St Audrys Golf Club on July 27 was a great success. Sixteen teams competed in two sessions for the Marie Hunt Shield and various prizes. Thanks to the generosity of St Audrys for allowing us the use of the course, and our sponsors, we were able to raise in excess of £1,900. This enabled us to make a donation of £1,600 to Riding for the Disabled, with the balance going to Rotary supported charities. The winners of the shield were a team captained by our own Derek Rothwell and the photo shows Derek and his team being presented with the trophy by Judy Gowen of St Audrys Golf Club. The Memory Cafe, run in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Woodbridge and Inner Wheel continues to flourish and we look forward to welcoming any sufferers of memory loss and their carers at Woodbridge Football Club on the last Wednesday of every month from 10.30am-noon.
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OUT & ABOUT ORWELL PROBUS CLUB We meet for lunch at Rushmere Golf Club on the second Thursday of each month after which a speaker entertains us. In August we held our annual summer garden party for 80 members and guests which was a great success despite some gusty wind which involved some holding onto marquee poles. What is Probus? Probus clubs provide an opportunity for active retired or semi-retired gentlemen to attend regular meetings and enjoy the camaraderie of like-minded people who appreciate similar interests. Some Probus clubs are for men only, as we are, others are for ladies and some mixed. We have social events, outings and holidays which, of course, include spouses, partners and friends. If you think Orwell Probus Club could be for you, please contact our secretary, Graham Balfe, for further details: 01473 729012 / grahambalfe@tiscali.co.uk
CODING FOR CODGERS Nobody has yet claimed the reward of free cake and coffee! See our website for details. The real purpose of the meetings is to chat, drink coffee – and especially to eat cake. We also play with computers – mostly on the BBC Micro Bit at present. Why don’t you come see what we get up to? No experience necessary; this does not involve serious training and is really just for fun. We meet from 10am-noon on Friday mornings in The Runway Café at Martlesham Heath. For details of the next meeting please visit: www.CodingForCodgers.co.uk If you are interested, just turn up in The Runway or contact me for further information. Ken Odam: Ken@CodingForCodgers.co.uk
MARTLESHAM IN BLOOM Martlesham Common – Wildlife Survey of Flora and Fauna Martlesham Common is the area of land between the A12, Mill Heath, Felixstowe Road and Tesco and is designated as a County Wildlife Site. The survey of its flora and fauna is well under way and the results so far show that Martlesham Common has a wide diversity of flora and fauna and is therefore an important place for the wildlife as well as being an attractive and interesting area for residents. Many sightings of a wide variety of species have been recorded by several volunteers since the beginning of March including: • 34 species of birds • 15 species of butterflies • 29 different insects including seven different bees • At least 130 different plants (including trees and large shrubs) If you or anyone you know is interested in helping with this survey by recording what you see when you visit the area, which can be daily, weekly, monthly or whenever you are walking across the common, please contact the secretary below or visit us at our stand at the open day. Martlesham Common Nature Reserve Open Day: Saturday, September 2 This open day is being arranged by Martlesham Parish Council, helped by the Greenways Project on Saturday, September 2. For further details see the parish council report on page 4. We will have a stand with more information about the results so far of the Martlesham Common Wildlife Survey and how you can help. We are also arranging an activity on the common for people of all ages and our display will also show some scenes from our earlier Martlesham in Bloom albums. If you would like to help in any way or for further information please contact J Maureen Burrows: martleshaminbloom@gmail.com / 01473 625196
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THE LIONS CLUB OF WOODBRIDGE & DISTRICT Well the sun shone on Woodbridge Regatta and the Duck Dive was a sellout. Thanks to everyone who took part, not only helping our funds but contributing to the friendly atmosphere of the event. As with all funds raised from the public, the proceeds will be returned to the community in many ways. As examples, we recently agreed to buy some sensory equipment for a child with profound disabilities and donated a sum to a youth group. We greatly value the support of the community in what we do, not just financially, but with appeals such as the Little Dresses for Africa. Already a number of these simple dresses have been sent to Africa and a number of sewing groups continue to make these delightful clothes that can make a real difference to the lives of African children. Here we see Lions Stella Benton and Pat Carter with two of the little dresses. Each year we recognise the Lion who has made an outstanding contribution to the club. For 2016/17 the Geoff Kirkham Memorial Trophy was presented to Maurie Parish for his cheerful willingness to assist with a wide range of activities, from clearing out a garage to conducting risk assessments on our events. Looking ahead, Sunday, October 8 sees the annual Martlesham Heath 10k, 5k and Fun Run, the event this year forming part of the Suffolk Athletics Grand Prix, resulting – we hope – in a record entry. If the idea of running competitively or just for fun doesn’t appeal to you, why not come along and watch? The multi-lap format gives spectators a great chance to watch the races unfold and the ever popular Pavilion Café will be open with its renowned homemade cakes. The following Saturday, October 14 brings the return of our art show and sale, this time in the Salvation Army Hall, just off the Thoroughfare in Woodbridge. Original works of art have been generously donated by local art clubs and will be for sale at realistic prices, with nothing over £25 and every picture will be framed. The sale is open from 10am-3pm and there may just be some fresh homemade cakes available there as well. Working towards the service of our respective communities creates a bond between Lions and Lions Clubs. We were delighted to welcome back Alec Povey from Tickhill Lions Club in Yorkshire. Alec has visited us a number of times over the years and on this occasion, knowing our commitment to road running, presented us with a souvenir medal from his club’s first halfmarathon, run in 1988, something we shall add to our banner with pride. For more about the Lions and details of our forthcoming events, please visit: www.woodbridgelions.org.uk
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WOODBRIDGE ROTARY Woodbridge Regatta and Riverside Fair was very well attended and we were delighted to welcome lots of visitors to our bottle stall. Steve Worrall from The Blood Runners brought along a children’s motorbike for the children to enjoy. It made lots of noise and seemed extremely popular!
and sometimes fear. Changing the mat colour is a simple and effective way to eliminate this problem. An easy and relatively cheap solution to make a visit to the shop more enjoyable. Jenna’s passion for her role is apparent and she is hopeful that continued research and endeavour will lead to a better future for sufferers and their families. We were delighted to welcome the Mayor of Woodbridge, Councillor Clare Perkins to our lunchtime meeting on August 4 to talk about her aspirations and ambitions for Woodbridge during her term of office.
Donation to Alzheimer’s Society Following a talk by Jenna Veneziani (reported below) of the Alzheimer’s Society earlier this year, we were delighted to welcome Richard Warnock, a volunteer with the society, to receive a cheque for £500. This money was raised at the very enjoyable jazz concert evening which was held in April. Richard gave a short talk where his commitment and enthusiasm for the work the society does was evident. Like many people he started his connection with the society for personal family reasons and has thankfully seen the response of the wider society to those with Alzheimer’s improve measurably over the years. Pictured (l-r) are David Houchell, Bertie Hirst, Richard Warnock, Ron Whitaker and Nigel Barratt.
One of her strong beliefs is that the creative arts have therapeutic benefits alongside pure enjoyment and interest. The list of events planned is diverse and there will be events which appeal to all tastes. The talk was enjoyable and informative and the mayor’s passion to provide opportunities for people to enjoy living in and visiting Woodbridge was apparent. Pictured (l-r) are Steve Derrick, a visitor from the USA, David Mortimer, Councillor Perkins, Senior Vice-President Sandy Hamilton, Dennis Driver, President Ron Whitaker, David Houchell, Junior Vice-President Jeff Dunn and Bertie Hirst. We are delighted to welcome Ashley Meyer to the Rotary Club of Woodbridge. He was introduced to the club by Jeff Dunn at our lunchtime meeting. Ashley has had a varied career in many industries including the NHS and we hope he has many happy years as part of our Rotary family. Ashley (centre) is pictured with Ron Whitaker and Jeff Dunn.
Jenna Veneziani is part of the community fundraising team at the Alzheimer’s Society. To illustrate the disease, she compared Alzheimer’s to a string of fairy lights in the brain which start to flicker and turn off intermittently with varying speeds and frequency in different people. There is no set pattern to the disease and each person has their own individual journey. Her analogy is simple but effective. According to the most recent data collected, there are approximately 11,000 people with Alzheimer’s in Suffolk and 16,000 in Norfolk. However, it is estimated that around 60% of sufferers go under the radar and are never diagnosed. With an increasingly aging population it is likely that the disease will become even more common. Also, Alzheimer’s has no respect for age with younger people being diagnosed which will also add to the number in the future. Rather than ignore the problem the Alzheimer’s Society aims to increase awareness of the disease along with providing support and knowledge for those who have the disease and their families. A recent initiative is the Side by Side support that they are hoping to extend to as many people as possible. Here a volunteer with similar interests is paired with the sufferer with the aim that they will spend time together to chat about their common interest, possibly to go on visits out and generally enjoy company on a one to one basis. Communication in large groups can be difficult for sufferers so this individual time together can help to promote wellbeing. The society is also working in the wider community. A small example is explaining to supermarkets that the black mats they have at their doors are often viewed as ‘black holes’ by sufferers which can lead to confusion
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BECOME A MEMBER We welcome interest from people who live or work locally to join our expanding membership. If you have questions, or would like to discuss joining the club, contact our membership and administration chairman: enquiries.woodbridgerotary@gmail.com BECOME A FRIEND Becoming a friend will give you: An opportunity to sample Rotary activity with no risk or commitment A flexible way to give something back to your community without the commitment or pressure to become a club member A way of making a real difference with your time without having to dedicate significant time or energy to the cause Contact: enquiries.woodbridgerotary@gmail.com www.woodbridgerotary.org.uk
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OUT & ABOUT DEBEN FLOWER CLUB The first meeting of the new season will be held in Kirton Church Hall on Tuesday, September 12 at 7.30pm when Claire Sirkett will present a demonstration entitled The Artist. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available after the demonstration and Claire’s wonderful arrangements will be raffled. Visitors are always welcome for £4. If you would like directions or further information please email: wa@sandlings.co.uk QUIZ NIGHT Deben Flower Club is holding another of their now very popular quiz nights on Saturday, October 14 in Kirton Church Hall, Church Lane, Kirton IP10 0PU, 7 for 7.30pm. Once again this will be a light-hearted fun evening and will include a ploughman’s supper. Why not join in the fun and bring along a team of six? If you don’t have six people for your team you may be asked to share a table with other club members. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are £8 each including supper. Please bring your own drinks and glasses. For further information and tickets: 01394 411422 / wa@sandlings.co.uk
PORTAL WOODLANDS CONSERVATION GROUP
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The group’s last volunteer work party before the summer break focussed on the maintenance of the hazel area intended to eventually provide a habitat for dormice. The whole area was totally overgrown with bracken, thorns and stinging nettles after the recent wet weather which all needed to be cleared to allow the trees space to grow.
Thank you also for the help of a BT team building event and all involved. They cleared the northern tumulus from vegetation meaning we are getting ever closer to being granted English Heritage approval for the two tumuli in the woods. Because of their hard work the group can now focus on other areas of the woods. Conservation is a perfect team building exercise because it enhances communication and problem solving skills and also gives everyone a sense of achievement knowing that you have made a difference to your community. Please get in touch if you would like to find out about the possibility of your team holding a team building conservation event in the woods. DATES FOR THE DIARY Volunteer Work Morning (all ages): Saturday, September 16, 10am-noon Meet at the Education Area, training and light refreshments provided. All ages welcome; no need to book. Nature Explorers (11-18 year olds): Saturday, September 16, 9-11am Nature Watch Club: TBC We are always grateful for new volunteers of all ages and abilities. For further information please contact us – pwcg.martlesham@gmail.com / 01473 612632 – or visit: www.pwcg.onesuffolk.net Alternatively you can join our members’ Facebook Group by messaging Duncan Sweeting. Nature Explorer and Young Volunteer George Pennick
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OUT & ABOUT / CHURCH NEWS BRIGHT STARS
KESGRAVE, NORTHGATE & ASSOCIATED KARATE CLUB On June 25 a small team from Northgate attended the Karate Kid Championships in Walthamstow with our sole representative being Ruby Hunt. Ruby fought extremely well winning her first fight 5-3 although she was up against a tricky opponent. Ruby dominated in her second fight to win 4-0. The final was a close fought match, but Ruby’s persistence saw her come away with a 3-0 victory and well deserved gold. Well done Ruby and many thanks to both Gerry and Teliah Turner for their support and coaching. Ruby was also selected to represent the 1011 girls team Midlands Region in the Interregional Championship on July 23 in Leicester. She won all her fights against the Northern, South East and South West regions ensuring her team won maximum points for Midland Region which went on to win the competition overall. Team Northgate also had a squad at the Central England Open competition in Worcester on July 2. Lilly Melton and Emma Buckley took home a bronze in team kata while Lauren Berry achieved silver in individual kata. We are one of the few clubs who pay the competition entry fees for our squad (most clubs expect their competitors to pay for their own entries) and we also organise training with world-class athletes at subsidised fees to enhance the skills of our students. None of this would be possible without the generous support of our club sponsors for which we are very grateful. This month we would like to say a massive thank you to Ipswich Audi for their sponsorship of the club. Family friendly race night at Greshams We are also trying to raise funds to support Northgate, Kesgrave and Associated Club students to compete in Estonia in February, which will be a great opportunity for them to compete in an international competition. So we are holding a family friendly race night at Greshams on Saturday, September 23 to help raise funds. These events are fun for all the family as everyone is able to take part. The hall holds 220 people so please spread the word as this is open to everyone. Tickets cost £2.50 each and there will be eight races with eight horses per race. There will be a prize for each race winner. Greshams have kindly offered to lay on bar meals to purchase and you will be able to pre-order food. Please contact Nickie Witmore on 07825 641924 or reply to the Facebook post for any ticket or horse purchases. Please may we ask that you do not contact the instructors or Greshams as they will not be able to provide any information on this event. Eleanor Legg
Fun activity sessions for pre-school aged children from 10.30am-noon on the second and fourth Mondays of each month during term times at St Michael’s Church Centre, Martlesham Heath IP5 3PL. Youngsters aged 0-5 are welcome to come along to Bright Stars for a fun start to the week with their parents, grandparents, friends, family and/or carers. These mornings are free and usually involve singing, games, making crafts to take home and telling stories from the Bible for the first half hour. We then have refreshments when the adults can chat and the children can play until approximately noon. Dates for the Autumn Term: September 11 and 25, October 9, November 13 and 27 and December 11 You are welcome to come along to any of our mornings; just turn up, no need to let us know in advance. We look forward to seeing you! If you would like further information please contact: Sonya & Maureen Burrows: 01473 625196
CEDARWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL We welcome back all our children for another fun packed year! Their teachers and support staff have been very busy over the summer holidays organising exciting events and lessons for them all. We also welcome all our new Foundation children and hope you have great fun settling in,and send good luck wishes to all our summer Year 6 children who are now starting their high school years. A lot of building work and renovation happened over the summer months and our school is looking fantastic thanks to several companies and other contractors offering their time to us. Thank you to you all. Our sheds, amphitheatre and new signs look wonderful and so bright, and our new paving in the Foundation area is simply amazing. PLACES FOR 2018 If your child is starting school this year, or if you would like a place at the school in any year, please contact the office for a prospectus. In addition we have two open days coming up for prospective parents with children starting next September to meet the headteachers and see the school in action. These are on Wednesday, October 4 and Thursday, October 12, and there will be two sessions each day: 9.30am and 1.30pm. Please come along, but if these dates aren’t convenient for you, please contact the office to make an appointment at a time to suit you. Doug Stroud & Tina Shute
WHO ARE YOU MOST LIKE? My husband got a birthday card which says ‘You’ve turned into your dad the day you put aside a thin piece of wood specifically to stir paint with’. I reckon he turned into his dad the day he was born! We often look at children and grandchildren to find family resemblances and are very excited when we see those similarities, so long as they are good ones of course. Family may be to us our friends as much as our relatives, and very often we work hard to emulate people we respect and who have been good influences on our lives. We learn from each other and it may be that we never really know how much impact we have on other people we meet. Jesus gave us some guidance on this when he said: “In the same way, you should be a light for other people. Live so that they will see the good things you do and praise your Father in heaven”. God made us and is a spiritual father to us, wanting us to live in a way which reflects the love he has for each one of us. And let’s face it, if we do live in a way which demonstrates good traits and not bad ones, everyone benefits. The Rev Margaret Rittman Martlesham & Brightwell
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