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NEWS 178TH HADLEIGH SHOW Saturday, May 20 Save the date for this year’s Hadleigh Show. Our 178th show will be held at Holbecks Park on Saturday, May 20 so come along and take part in a great family day out. Tickets will be available in advance either online at www.hadleighshow.co.uk or from local outlets. There are over 150 classes for showing horses, sheep, cattle and goats and opportunities for florists, gardeners and artists to exhibit in the flower show, the horticultural show and the art exhibition. If you are interested in entering you will find the schedules on the website.
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WEDDINGS IN THE AIR AT HADLEIGH GUILDHALL Sunday, February 5 saw the first Wedding Open Day at Hadleigh Town Hall/Guildhall Complex.
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The complex is a popular venue (with wonderful ambience as one visitor commented) and this event showcased the building, giving people the opportunity to see the various rooms dressed for wedding ceremonies and receptions. “We’re very grateful to local businesses and suppliers for their support,” said Complex Bookings Clerk Judith Brown. “A lot of time and effort went into making the day a success and we already have bookings as a result.” For more information contact Judith Brown: 01473 822544 / info@hadleightownhall.co.uk Local suppliers who offered their services: Adnams, Angel Delights, Bloom & Flowers Florist, Jo Hogger Events Services, Rosebud Florist, Simply Home Bake, The Bridal Lounge, The Queen’s Head Layham, The Suffolk Flower Co, Hillside Tabling and 3 Diamonds Table Hire.
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DEMENTIA FRIENDLY HADLEIGH LEARNING MORE ABOUT DEMENTIA Dementia is an umbrella term. It describes the symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by certain diseases or conditions. There are many different types of dementia although some are far more common than others. They are often named according to the condition that has caused the dementia. Some of the more common types are outlined below. Alzheimer’s disease This is the most common cause of dementia. Brain cells are surrounded by an abnormal protein and their internal structure is also damaged. In time, chemical connections between brain cells are lost and some cells die. Problems with day-today memory are often noticed first, but other symptoms may include difficulties such as finding the right words, solving problems, making decisions, or perceiving things in three dimensions.
We have hit the big 30! Ipswich Building Society is the 30th local business to sign up to support the work of the HDAA to become a dementia friendly Hadleigh. Ipswich Building Society is an independent mutual, owned by members who they have helped to buy homes and save for the future since 1849. The society is committed to providing high quality face to face service and building lasting relationships, and to support the needs of all members. Whether that’s through tools such as having large print items and hearing aid loops, or through having trained staff able to support those living with dementia. Within the Hadleigh branch the team pledge to work with the Hadleigh Dementia Action Alliance to make the branch dementia friendly. Samantha Bak, Customer Experience Manager, Hadleigh, explained: “We are pleased to support the work of the alliance and have committed to an action plan, including providing all member facing staff with a basic understanding of dementia by completing a dementia friend’s information session. We will also be holding a Dementia Friends Information Session in branch for our members. “We understand that our environment can have a big impact on someone with dementia, so we will work towards creating a dementia friendly environment. Small changes to layout or signage, for example, can go a long way to reducing stress and confusion. We will have a Dementia Champion based at the branch who can become a point of contact for any member with dementia and support their colleagues with vulnerability issues.” For more information on Hadleigh Dementia Action Alliance visit: www.hadleighdementiafriends.co.uk If you would like to get involved and become a dementia friend or dementia friendly business, contact Tracey at: 01473 823470 / hadleighdementiafriends@ssleisure.co.uk / 4
Vascular dementia If the oxygen supply to the brain is reduced because of narrowing or blockage of blood vessels, some brain cells become damaged or die. This causes vascular dementia. The symptoms can occur either suddenly following one large stroke, or over time through a series of small strokes or damage to small blood vessels deep in the brain. The symptoms of vascular dementia vary and may overlap with those of Alzheimer’s disease. Many people have difficulties with problem-solving or planning, thinking quickly and concentrating. They may also have short periods when they get very confused. Mixed dementia This is when someone has more than one type of dementia, and a mixture of symptoms. It is common for someone to have Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia together. Dementia with Lewy bodies This type of dementia involves tiny abnormal structures (Lewy bodies) developing inside brain cells. They disrupt the brain’s chemistry and lead to the death of brain cells. Early symptoms can include fluctuating alertness, difficulties with judging distances and hallucinations. Day-to-day memory is usually affected less than in early Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia with Lewy bodies is closely related to Parkinson’s disease and often has some of the same symptoms, including difficulty with movement. Frontotemporal dementia (including Pick’s disease) In frontotemporal dementia, the front and side parts of the brain are damaged over time when clumps of abnormal proteins form inside nerve cells, causing them to die. At first, changes in personality and behaviour may be the most obvious signs. Depending on where the damage is, the person may have difficulties with fluent speech or may forget the meaning of words or objects.
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Presents
a Klezmer Ceilidh with live music from Tanz
Saturday 11th March 2017 7:30 to 11pm Copdock Village Hall Old London Road, Copdock. IP8 3JN Fancy a Freylechs? Think you can handle a hora? Then take a trip from East Anglia to Eastern Europe at a Klezmer Ceilidh. Learn some classic dances from a rich tradition based on Jewish wedding celebrations. Dances will be taught by Jon Hooton, with music from Tanz, a Norwich-based Klezmer trio with Helen Boreham on accordion and clarinet, Fran Broady on fiddles and vocals and Louisa Young on clarinet and vocals.
Bring you own refreshments and enjoy a great evening of dancing with live music. Price £8 per person on the door (£7 if pre-paid) Open to all aged 16 and above Spaces are limited so best advised to book
For Booking & Pre-payment before Friday 3rd Mar 2017 email: janet@fundancing.co.uk call / text: 07506 350 455 FolkEast 2016 - Klezmer Workshop
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NEWS CHERNOBYL CHILDREN’S LIFELINE Saturday, March 25 is our Easter Chocolate Bingo (see page 13 for more details). This event sold out in 2016 so get your tickets early! A hot meal is provided in the interval followed by scrummy deserts. There will also be a free competition and a magnificent raffle with more than 30 prizes, all Easter and chocolate themed. If you want a really good family night out where children are welcome, a full bar is available and you get fed as well, all for only £6 (half price for under 10s), tickets are now available from the Charity Shop on Coddenham Road, Needham Market, from Stowmarket Tourist Information or 01449 760343 / 07974 424374. Can you help us to help our children? As many of you may know, the children arrive with only the clothes they are wearing. We are busy collecting ‘nearly new’ items which we give to the children on arrival. They take clothes not only for themselves but also for siblings at home. If you have any clothing suitable for ages six to 13 that you would like to donate we would be extremely grateful. Donations can be left at the charity shop or collected by calling the numbers above. Having brought a second group at Christmas our finances have been hit even harder with the news that the children’s visas are to increase sharply due to the dollar exchange rate as they have to be paid for in dollars. Last year the price increased to €85 per passenger, this year it will be €110.80 so we are going to have to watch our budget even more carefully this year. Something that would be of great help to us is supermarket vouchers as we provide all lunches and refreshments for the children when they are with us during the day. Also, the school have now ‘adopted’ an official school uniform which we have been sourcing from Asda so Asda vouchers could be used towards getting some of the uniform to keep with the same style as already supplied. If you are interested in finding out more about the charity in general, or maybe you would like to help in our charity shop, please do get in touch. Thank you to everyone for your support as always. Link Chair Elizabeth Parker 01449 760343 / enquiries@ccllmidsuffolk.org.uk www.ccllmidsuffolk.org.uk www.facebook.com/ccllmidsuffolk
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YOUR HOME – YOUR RIGHT TO SAY NO! Police are warning residents to be mindful of rogue traders or doorstep sellers who turn up at your home uninvited. Bogus callers can be men, women or even children, offering a variety of stories to encourage you to buy items such as household products and food or offering services such as gardening work and property repairs. These individuals frequently deceive you into paying for work or goods you don’t actually need and may also provide a substandard service if they do any work at all. Occupants often feel pressurised and agree to work being done at over-inflated prices. Do not pay for work before it is satisfactorily completed – and remember you are entitled to a 14 day cancellation period if you pay over £42 for services or goods. IF SOMEONE CALLS: • Ensure you lock your back door before answering • Check who is there before you answer the front door (a spyhole is a good idea) or go to an upstairs window and look out • If you do decide to answer the door make sure you put on a door chain/ bar before you open it • Ask the caller for identification and check it carefully – do not allow them access to your property. Genuine callers will not mind waiting while their identities are being verified. WHO CAN HELP? Police: If someone is refusing to leave your property or becomes aggressive towards you then call 999. If you see someone acting suspiciously call 101. Trading Standards / Citizens Advice Consumer Service: If you have received substandard services or wish to find out about NO COLD CALLING ZONES, a scheme setup in areas where unsolicited cold calling is becoming an increasing problem. Police can also provide residents with door/window stickers which can be displayed to deter unwanted callers. Contact: 03454 040506 (9am-5pm) / tradingstandards@suffolk.gov.uk Police: 999 emergencies only or 101 for non-emergencies Local police: Hadleigh SNT, Hadleigh Police Station, Magdalen Road, Hadleigh IP7 5AD hadleigh.snt@suffolk.pnn.police.uk
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Group Managing Director Marcus McGee believes that Which? have endorsed Cloudy2Clear’s long standing company policy of delivering the highest standards possible at all times. ‘Our service is simple. If your double glazing has misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 25 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people money, although that obviously helps. Whilst a number
of tradespeople perhaps don’t focus on customer care as much as they should do, we make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle. Locally Cloudy2Clear service the Ipswich, Woodbridge, Manningtree, Hadleigh, Stowmarket & surrounding areas and manager Andy Kerridge agrees that this approach is a major factor in his success. ‘The truth is that it’s not just the personal satisfaction that I get from doing
a good job but also it makes good business sense. I get a huge amount of business from friends and family of people I’ve done work for, which just goes to show how much a little bit of effort is appreciated as both my customers and, obviously a body as nationally important as Which? now recognise.’ So, if your windows are steamed up, broken or damaged give Andy a call for a free quotation on 0800 61 21 118 and he’ll be happy to help!
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OUT & ABOUT CONSTABLE COUNTRY PATIENT PARTICIPATION GROUP
EAST BERGHOLT HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATION QUIZ NIGHT
Two PPG members spent a morning at Capel and East Bergholt surgeries and were impressed by the helpfulness and attitude of the staff and the systems in place. Phone calls were constant and answered on average in 30 seconds. There were many requests for input from doctors, from prescriptions to urgent queries. These requests are immediately passed on electronically and an ‘urgent task’ pops up on the doctor’s screen. One item of feedback from patients was acted on immediately – you will notice that your name is now on the screen for much longer!
At East Bergholt High School on Friday, March 24 at 7.30pm. Individuals and teams of eight welcome.
Verbal abuse of receptionists We were very sorry to hear that receptionists have recently been victims of an increase in personal abuse from patients. You may be frustrated, worried and angry when you call, but please don’t take it out on the receptionists. Follow-up appointments If a doctor wants to see you again, ask them to book this for you as receptionists aren’t usually able to do this. Problems with prescriptions The recent changes to electronic prescriptions have meant there is increased delay in providing the prescribed medicine. Please ensure that you get your repeat prescriptions in early.
Tickets £5 per person including nibbles. Licensed bar serving alcoholic and soft drinks opens at 7pm. For further information please phone: 01206 298122 / 07753 422474 Over 18s only unless accompanied by an adult.
STOUR VALLEY ARTS AND MUSIC Sunday, March 5, 4pm: Young Musician’s Concert, Constable Hall, East Bergholt Another opportunity to hear some of the many talented young musicians in our area. This is an extra event not included in the season ticket. Tickets are just £6 which includes refreshments. Sunday, March 19, 4pm: Kammerphilharmonie Europa at St Mary’s Church, East Bergholt
Kathy Pollard, Chair, Constable Country PPG 01473 311384 / constablecountryppg@gmail.com
HADLEIGH HIDDEN GARDENS Saturday, June 10 COME AND JOIN US – WE NEED YOUR GARDEN! Plans are progressing for this popular and enjoyable day when a wide variety of gardens will be open from 11am to 5pm. Please do consider opening your garden – it really doesn’t matter whether it’s large or small. Our chairman, John Hunt, will be delighted to hear from you: jandahunt@uwclub.net This event is organised by The Friends of St Mary’s Church, a charitable organisation dedicated to preserving the architectural heritage of Hadleigh’s magnificent historic church and Deanery Tower. www.hadleighgardens.co.uk
Back by popular demand this exciting ensemble is an excellent finale to our 66th season. The Chamber Philharmonic Europe was founded in 2001 in Cologne. The orchestra engages talented young musicians from 18 European nations. Generously sponsored by Scrutton Bland, Colchester. Box office and information: www.svam.org.uk / 01206 298426 / svamtickets@btinternet
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OUT & ABOUT EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA
CAPEL LIBRARY
On Sunday, April 2 from 2-5pm at Capel St Mary Village Hall in aid of Somersham Ward Supporters Group.
‘Spring into something new’ is the catchphrase we have come up this month, whether it be a new book, DVD or just something different that you want to try. We have a great selection of books and DVDs to captivate you, from re-designing and updating your garden to new curtains for the lounge or bedroom, new knitted tops and cardigans for yourself or the grandchildren or just treating yourself to a different and exciting holiday. One happy borrower is currently reading a book on the Trans-Siberian railway ahead of his journey in the summer so that he knows what to expect.
Coffee, tea and hot chocolate, homemade cakes, biscuits and confectionery for sale, second hand book sale table, raffle with Easter prizes, indoor Easter Egg Hunt for the children. Every child will get an Easter egg from the Easter Bunny and his special guest! Balloon release in memory of all those who have faced cancer. Why not come and join in the fun and have cup of tea and a delicious slice or two of homemade cake and help us to raise money for this amazing charity? Who are Somersham Ward Support Group? The members, who work on a totally voluntary basis, come from all walks of life and many have had first-hand experience of cancer. There are many ways in which the group has improved the quality of life for those on the ward at Ipswich Hospital, both in the provision of medical equipment and added comforts. In addition, there is also a visitor’s room with tea and coffee making facilities and overnight accommodation is available. In recent years the group has expanded its activities to include the oncology unit and radiotherapy department. Why am I raising funds for this group? I am currently being treated for breast cancer and have had first-hand experience of the difference this organisation makes, having had to stay in Somersham Ward twice in the last few months. If you would like take part in the balloon release or the Easter Egg Hunt, or would like to donate books or a raffle prize, please contact me on: 07713 888231 Fiona Wilson
Groups meeting regularly this month Baby Bounce: Tuesdays 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 2pm. Join our little group for some shaking of instruments and enjoy action nursery rhymes. Open to all children from birth to five years old. Book Group: Friday, March 17 at 2.30pm. Come and join in the discussions of the latest book. Open to all. Minecraft Group: Meeting every alternate Sunday (March 12 and 26) from 10.30am-12.30pm. All you need to bring is a tablet or phone with Minecraft Pocket edition loaded or a laptop with Minecraft Windows 10 edition. Make sure to charge the device that you bring. Children undereight must be accompanied by an adult. The next Friends of Capel Library Community Cinema presentation is Sully on Tuesday 21; doors open at 7pm and the film starts at 7.30pm. Members advance tickets are £4, non-members £4.50 or £5 on the door. May we kindly ask that borrowers bring in their library card on each visit and that you update any new address by bringing in an official letter for verification? Thank you. OPENING TIMES Monday: Closed Tuesday: 9.30am-12.30pm & 2-5.30pm Wednesday: 9.30am-12.30pm Thursday: 9.30am-12.30pm Friday: 2-5pm & 5.30-7.30pm Saturday: 9am-3pm Sunday: 10am-3pm Contact: 01473 311699
FRIENDS OF CAPEL LIBRARY Many thanks to all of you who came to our Annual General Meeting on January 28. It was good to see so many faces, and to be able to talk about how we might go forward developing our library as a community hub. Make a date now for our Community Cinema. This will happen every third Tuesday of the month at 7pm. You will save by being a friend of the library and we will have some great films for you to see. We began in February with Bridget Jones Baby and this month we present Sully. You can get a drink at the bar, as well as tea and biscuits. One big benefit… there’s no rustling of popcorn tubs and packets and everyone actually wants to watch the film, which isn’t always the case at Cineworld. Membership of the 100 Club has increased to 66, which means that from March onwards our treasurer is able to increase the size of the prizes. First prize each month now goes up to £20, with second prize up to £8 and third prize up to £6. If you haven’t joined yet now is a good time. You could make a profit on the year’s subscription of £12. The winners for January were Marion Parnell £20, Dudley Davies £5, Nicola Moxey £5 and for February Ann Hawes £20, Sandra Robson £5, Irene Carder £5. 10
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ADVERTORIAL TUCKWELL’S TO CELEBRATE THE ARRIVAL OF SPRING WITH TURF AND LAWNCARE OPEN WEEKEND The Tuckwell family are opening the doors to their Ardleigh Showroom on April 1 and 2 for a special family weekend of turf, lawncare and clothing offers to get your garden into shape for 2017. The business, established in 1954 by Len Tuckwell, has a long and successful history of supporting the agricultural industry through both sales and service. Starting with just three employees, Len was one of the first four John Deere dealers in the UK. Ten years later his son Paul established the Ardleigh depot aged 21. Following university, Len’s grandson James also joined the business and the company has continued to grow. As a result Tuckwell’s is now one of the largest machinery dealers in the South East, with a strong focus on quality of service. Agriculture still remains at the heart of the business, but Tuckwell’s has more to offer. Garden and turf machinery, including a full range of John Deere mowers, are all on offer. Lawn and garden machinery specialist Bruce Davie said: “At our main lawncare showroom in Ardleigh, we offer specialist advice on mowers and help you decide on the best option for your lawn and budget.” Bruce and his colleagues are on hand six days a week. Bruce added: “We will also come to see your garden if that suits you better. The beauty of buying a machine from us is that we can provide you with the
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aftercare that you need. We have lawnmower parts in stock and a service team ready to help you look after and repair your machine.” Another growing sector of the business is Tuckwell’s expanding range of men’s and women’s country clothing, Out and About, stocking a handpicked selection of brands with a country/contemporary feel including Dubarry, Fairfax & Favor and Crew and Joules. As well as Ardleigh, the range is also in their Worlingworth branch and will also be at a number of country shows throughout the year. In addition to John Deere machinery, Tuckwell’s also stock toys. From ride on gators and farming toys to children’s John Deere overalls, there is a vast children’s selection in all depots. Managing Director James Tuckwell said: “We look forward to welcoming you and your family to our Ardleigh open event on April 1 and 2. It will be a fun weekend with prizes, special deals on lawnmowers and great discounts off our best-selling clothing brands. Come and join us for a bacon roll and coffee while your children enjoy the fantastic play area.” For more info please visit: www.tuckwell.co.uk P Tuckwell Ltd, Ardleigh Hall, Dedham Road, Colchester CO7 7LG
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CLEAR THE CLUTTER – BAG A BARGAIN Bentley Toddler Group is holding a fundraising jumble sale on Saturday, April 29 at Bentley Village Hall from 2pm. If you have anything you wish to donate, please bring it along to the hall from 9am on the day or contact Pam (01473 310283) or Aimée (01473 311311) to arrange collection. We hope to see you there; the hall will be open from 2pm and tea and coffee will be available.
TRADITIONAL SUFFOLK BUILDING WITH TIMBER AND BRICK Two presentations by Suffolk Craftsmen on Saturday, September 23, 9.30am-12.30pm in St Mary’s Church, Hadleigh. Tickets £10. www.stmaryshadleigh.co.uk
EAST BERGHOLT DRAMATIC SOCIETY Something is rotten and really quite stinks in the Kingdom of Lancre. The King is dead. Long live the King! Well, no actually, because the new king, the evil Duke Felmet, murdered the previous one… The missing true heir, the baby prince, finds protection with three local witches, Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and their protégé Magrat Garlick. Although witches have a rule never to interfere with the life of a child at stake and the fate of the kingdom in their hands, they take granny’s advice about rules: If you’re going to break them – break them good and hard! Terry Pratchett’s marvellous Discworld characters are brought to life in this hilarious and fast paced adventure playing at The Constable Hall in East Bergholt on March 30 and 31 and April 1 at 7.30pm. Tickets £6 in advance from: 01473 311553 / 07803 475750
CAPEL IRISH SET DANCE GROUP
Capel Irish Set Dance Group meets at St Mary’s Church Hall on the third Sunday of every month (except August and the second Sunday in December) from 2-5.30pm. We are a friendly group and it’s not necessary to have a partner. In fact you’re welcome to come along just to enjoy the music. Remaining dates for 2107 are as follows: March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, September 17, October 15, November 19, December 10 Hille and Trevor Peartree, 01473 310146 Chris and Marjorie Haste, 01473 311615 In Touch with Hadleigh
SUFFOLK DEMENTIA HELPLINE 01473 353350 We are here to help 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
STOUR VALLEY U3A On Wednesday, February 8 Prof John Midwinter FRAE, FRS, formerly of BT and UCL, presented a talk entitled The Truth about Climate Change. His lecture explored evidence that we are changing the climate of our planet, probably irreversibly, and this was linked to a discussion of what this probably portends and why we should be very concerned. On Wednesday, March 8 Mark Mitchels will speak on The Sutton Hoo Ship Burial. This will be an illustrated lecture that attempts to re-create the moment. It will tell the story of the excavation and when a remarkable people sent their leader on his final voyage. On Wednesday, April 12 Amanda Richmond will present Two Teachers Ascent of Everest. Amanda is a teacher, mountaineer skier, traveller and bell ringer and will tell of the six years spent in preparation and the hardships involved in tackling this formidable ascent. Our main purpose is to encourage lifelong learning for those who are no longer in full time employment and emphasis is always placed on making learning active and fun as well as helping in developing friendships. We have a wide range of groups including language study, country walking and computer studies and groups that visit gardens, churches and historic buildings. In the main, membership is drawn from communities in the lower Stour Valley and adjacent areas including Brantham, Capel St Mary, Dedham, East Bergholt, Holbrook, Lawford, Manningtree, Raydon and Stratford St Mary. We are affiliated to the ThirdAge Trust, have over 260 members and 21 groups. For further information please visit www.stourvalleyu3a.org.uk where membership secretary Gillian Gibbs may be contacted. We meet at Constable Hall, Gandish Road, East Bergholt CO7 6TP at 2.15pm. Annual membership is £12 which entitles members to attend meetings on the second Wednesday of each month, except August and December. It’s never too late to learn! Join the 361,477 members across 969 U3As throughout the UK today.
Easter Themed Chocolate Bingo! Saturday, March 25 Fantastic Family Night Out
Needham Market Community Centre, doors open 7pm Full Bar Open – Entry £6 (under 10s half price) To include hot supper with dessert
Bingo with a real difference!
Six exciting games Chocolate related prizes and raffle. Final Game Cash Prize First game 7.30pm prompt Tickets available from CCLL Charity Shop Needham Market ONE FREE BINGO CARD WITH EACH £7.00 TICKET TICKETS ON SALE AT: NEEDHAM MARKET POST OFFICE (adjacent to Rampant Horse Public House) PURCHASED Tourist Office Stowmarket (opposite Asda) NEEDHAM MARKET COMMUNITY CENTRE Or call 01449 760343 or 07974 424374
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OUT & ABOUT / SPORT STOUR VALLEY MEN’S PROBUS CLUB
EAST BERGHOLT UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB
On Wednesday, February 1, Peter Gant presented a talk entitled 100 Years of Postcards and on February 15 Dudley Chignell presented The Four Seasons in East Anglia. Both meetings were much enjoyed by our members.
January was a good month for the First team. They advanced through to the quarter finals of the Bob Coleman Cup with a comfortable win at Witnesham Wasps and then at Trimley Red Devils. A tough draw means a home game with Achilles awaits. In the league they registered one victory, one draw and one defeat. The draw came from a very good performance against Cranes, which would have brought them all three points had they been able to convert a stoppage time penalty.
On Wednesday, March 1, Joyce Kimber presents Ciphers & Enigma and the Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 15 when club president Hew Naylor will stand down after his year in office. On April 5 Julian Wong will talk about the good work undertaken by the charity Mary’s Meals. Our club endeavours to be simple in structure, free of the constraints and obligations of service clubs and involve members at minimal cost. The club is directed primarily to providing fellowship between members who are compatible with each other and the opportunity for development of acquaintances. New members are welcomed.
The Reserves are still in third place in League A despite a surprise home defeat at the hands of Wenhaston Utd Res. They are also in the quarter finals of the Goals of Ipswich Cup as a result of a great win at second placed AFC Hoxne Res. The A Team’s fortunes are looking up. They progressed first to the quarter finals and then the semi finals of the Club Colours Cup and also recorded a much need victory against high flying Coplestonians A.
We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month at St John Ambulance HQ, Manningtree CO11 1EB at 10.30am. For further details please contact Brian Rolfe: 01206 393665
EAST SUFFOLK NATIONAL TRUST ASSOCIATION If you are a member of, or a volunteer for, the National Trust, we invite you to get more out of your membership by joining our association where a warm welcome awaits you. We meet at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre at 7.15pm. On March 21 Paul Forecast, the new regional director for the East of England National Trust, will be setting out his plans for the next 10 years and, in particular, how the trust will play a more active role in saving nature. The talk will be preceded by a short AGM.
An excellent darts night was won by Dave Pettman with Jamie McGrath runner-up.
On April 25 Horry Parsons will be talking about the construction of the Millennium Tower at St Edmundsbury Cathedral, featuring the installation of the vaulted ceiling. Horry is a very entertaining speaker, as many will remember, and this should be another interesting talk.
1st TEAM Senior Division Saturday, February 25: Bramford Utd (A) Saturday, March 4: Ransomes Sports (H) Saturday, March 18: Bramford Utd (H) Saturday, April 1: Westerfield Utd (H)
Visitors (even if not National Trust members) are welcome. The entrance fee is £3. National Trust members/volunteers can join us for £8 per year (£12 per couple at same address). We publish three newsletters a year for members and enjoy interesting day outings and other events. For more information, including details of future events and outings, contact our membership secretary (membershipesnta@gmail.com / 01473 723761) or visit: www.membershipesnta.btck.co.uk
UPCOMING FIXTURES
RESERVES League A Saturday, February 25: Framlingham Town Res Goals of Ipswich Cup QF (H) Saturday, March 4: Achilles Res (A) Saturday, March 11: Mendlesham Res (H) Saturday, March 18: AFC Hoxne Res (A) Saturday, March 25: Framlingham Town Res (H) Saturday, April 1: Sporting ‘87 Res (A) A Team League B Saturday, March 4: Stowupland Falcons Res (A) Saturday, March 11: Haughley Utd Res (H) Saturday, March 25: Claydon Res (A) Saturday, April 1: Stonham Aspal Res (H) Fixtures are subject to change. Please refer to the fixtures website and chose the appropriate competition to confirm: http://fulltime.thefa.com/Index.do?league=4358069 We are always looking for people who can help the club as committee members, whether on the playing side or just in the background. If you would like to sponsor the club in some capacity we would also be delighted to hear from you. Club strips, dugouts, banners and boards on match days are all potential exposure for your business while supporting a local organisation.
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HadCast Over the past few weeks, our prefect leaders have released their new initiative, a monthly podcast titled HadCast, which will be played in form time. This has been created by Thomas Hipkins, Eliza Bennett, Isla RomerLee, Ewan Baxter and Lewis England. HadCast was designed to highlight pupil achievement inside and outside of school, and also to promote student voice. It includes an impression of US President Donald Trump, humorously covered by Mr MacRae. A competition has been launched to design a logo to be shown on screen while HadCast is playing. The winner will receive a £10 Amazon voucher to be spent on an item of their choice. Good luck everyone! House Assemblies Recently, our termly house assemblies have taken place and were organised, prepared and delivered by students from form groups 8O, 8A, 8D, 8M, 7T and 8G. This was no mean feat, as each form delivered an assembly to approximately 160 students from all year groups. The focus was on charity. Each house has a local charity which it supports and raises money and awareness for. Within their assemblies, some houses discussed the idea of changing their house charity, while others discussed ways in which they could raise money for them. The Junior House Prefects and Heads of Houses would like the congratulate all of those students who played a part in organising, preparing and delivering the assemblies; they will each receive house points and a head teachers’ merit. The houses are now supporting the following charities. Oswald: Suffolk Mind Ansell; EACH Duncan: Home Start Toppesfield: Variety Children’s Charity Morris: St Elizabeth’s Hospice Guthrum: SSAFA
throughout the performance and it was enjoyable for all. Eliza Bennett said: “It was amazing to be a part of! Everyone involved was absolutely brilliant.” The entire production was very successful and we are already looking forward to next year! A special thanks to Miss O’Neill, Mr Pryke and Mrs Reader who directed the show, to Mr Betts for writing the script and being the musical director, and of course to everyone who helped out backstage. They couldn’t have done it without you Photography Competition Recently, Hadleigh held their own inter-house photography competition which involved both students and teachers throughout the school. Congratulations to everyone who participated! The winners were: Year 7: Katie Townrow (7D), pictured here Year 8: Hollie Warner (8O) Year 9: Hannah Simmons (9G) Year 10: Finlay Maloney (10A) Year 11: Harvey Sharpe (11A) Staff 1: Mr Watkin (Toppesfield) 2: Mr MacRae (Morris) 3: Miss Meadows (Morris) Primary PE Partnership Athletics Event
Cinderella in Wonderland
Hadleigh High’s marvellously talented students performed a stunning adaptation of two well-known stories – Cinderella and Alice in Wonderland – which merged together to form Cinderella in Wonderland. The creative mash-up was fun for all the family, with fabulous live music and impressive singing from the whole cast. The main role (Cinderella/ Alice) was performed by Eliza Bennett with supporting actors including: Jared White, Tom Hindson, Nathan Baldwin, Laura Flockhart, Daniel Flockhart, Becky Linge, Isabel Chaplin and Eve O’Shea-Warner. The show very quickly sold out for all three nights and the cast was under a lot of pressure to put on an outstanding performance. Hadleigh High’s very own Showband accompanied the cast. The audience were very involved 16
On Monday, January 30, the Sports Hall Athletics event was held for the first time at Hadleigh High. Hadleigh Community Primary, Bildeston, Elmsett and Whatfield were the four primary schools participating, each bringing a minimum of nine girls and nine boys and a maximum of 15 to compete. In addition to the 12 HHS Year 9 Sports Prefects, eight Year 10 girls also supported the event and ensured that it ran smoothly. Ali Furlong and Ben Wallis from the Ipswich and South Suffolk School Games Partnership and Jack Lambert on work experience from Suffolk One, directed the Year 9 and 10 students and supported Miss Clarke, Head of PE, with the organisation and scoring on the day. The event included activities such as many different types of relay, chest push, standing long jump, standing triple jump, speed bounce, vertical jump and javelin. In the girls’ event, the overall winners were Hadleigh Community Primary; Elmsett and Whatfield came joint second, and Bildeston fourth. In the boys’ event, the overall winners were Hadleigh Community Primary; Whatfield came in second place, Bildeston third and Elmsett fourth. continued over... In Touch with Hadleigh
SCHOOLS The afternoon was very successful and was enjoyed by all; there was some incredible talent portrayed by many of the competitors. Isla RomerLee, a Year 10 pupil helping out at the event, said: “The event was a great success. I really enjoyed helping out. Well done to everyone who was involved!” Thank you to all of the staff, parents and pupils who supported the event, with particular thanks to Ali, Ben and Jack.
We have lots planned for this month around our favourite stories. To celebrate World Book Day on March 2 we will be inviting our parents and carers to join us for story time.
The next event will be the Under 9’s Cross-Country on Thursday, March 9.
As the weather is starting to warm up we will be preparing our garden for spring and watching for changes in the surrounding countryside. The bulbs we planted in the autumn are already starting to appear.
Year 9 Teapot Project Trip During January, a small group of Year 9 students visited the teapot project in Ipswich. They learnt about how the project was set up to collect waste food from supermarkets to redistribute to charities supporting those in need on a pay as you feel basis. The pupils took part in an activity looking at the relationship between supermarkets and farmers in order to understand how some food is rejected and subsequently wasted. Active Kids 2017 vouchers Hadleigh High School is collecting the Active Kids 2017 vouchers from Sainsburys. Help us collect the vouchers so we can purchase quality equipment. We will be collecting them until the end of June, so please hand them in as soon as possible. Forthcoming Events March 10: HHS PTA Quiz Night, 7-9.30pm March 29: Acoustic Night, 6.30-8.30pm High Lands Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 5HU T: 01473 823496 / F: 01473 824720 E: office@hadleighhigh.net / W: www.hadleighhigh.net
ROBIN’S NEWS Baby Bears We had a busy month celebrating Chinese New Year and tried many new foods. The Baby Bears also created ‘love bugs’ to hang in our room and have been busy cooking biscuits to take home and share with their families. By allowing the Baby Bears the opportunity to get involved with food preparation at a young age we hope to encourage turn taking, sharing and an enjoyment of working together. Toddling Tigers We have been learning about our emotions and looking at our expressions in the mirror. We have also created a new birthday board so we can celebrate our birthdays and look at our smiling, happy faces. Our role play area has been extended and we have been on many picnics and tea parties both inside and out. We have celebrated Valentine’s Day by making heart shaped pizzas and cows and we have even visited the library and brought back a selection of books to enjoy during our group times. Gruffalos The children became fantastic ornithologists for the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch, excitedly telling us that they had just seen a bird in the garden and beginning to correctly identify and name them. They loved hiding in the garden with binoculars, waiting to see the birds. Some children created their own bird feeding stations and we made fat balls for the birds to eat. We followed this with a big Chinese New Year celebration. The children particularly enjoyed tasting different Chinese foods at each snack time. They made Chinese dragons and created wonderful dragon dances. We also tried to do Chinese writing, made lanterns and fans and explored the tradition of money envelopes. If you would like information about Robin’s Childcare please contact Vicki on 01473 310767, visit www.robinschildcare.co.uk or follow us on Twitter/Facebook. In Touch with Hadleigh
We shall be celebrating Easter and the end of term with our friends from St Andrew’s Church and can’t wait to see if they have any more puppets for us to meet! Plans are underway for our Easter activity morning on April 5; watch out for more details next month Layham Playgroup is a feeder group for all three primary schools in Hadleigh and neighbouring villages. Government funding is available for three year olds and in certain cases for some two year olds. If you are looking to creatively occupy your two- to four-year-old and would like an information pack or to arrange a visit, please contact us: 07999 866419 / admin@layhamplaygroup.co.uk Our toddler group takes place every Wednesday morning during term time from 9.30-11am and is open to all children 0-5 years. Last month we have had lots of fun with paint, playdough, moon sand and biscuit icing. We also enjoyed the role-play kitchen and wooden trains. We end the morning with a song, when Sleeping Bunnies is always our favourite,
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ON THE GRAPEVINE MANNINGTREE & DISTRICT PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
RSPB FLATFORD WILDLIFE GARDEN Leave the car behind, wander down Tunnel Lane with the trees just coming into leaf overhead, become aware of the birdsong all around… There is the glint of sunlight on water through the trees and the curve of an old wooden bridge. An ancient thatched cottage peeps out from beneath its eaves, and suddenly the modern world recedes and you find yourself transported back 200 years. Walk down the hill and as you cross the old hump-backed wooden bridge, views which have not changed since Constable’s time open out in front of you. Wide flood meadows stretch westwards towards the spires of Dedham Church, punctuated by knarled willow pollards which bend over their reflection in the silvery Stour River. Thus begins your morning at Flatford, a tiny hamlet tucked into a corner of the Stour Valley, frozen in time… There’s more than just history here, though. The RSPB also runs a wildlife garden in Flatford – a place designed to show people how they can help with wildlife conservation within their own gardens, big or small. The garden aims to teach people how their choice of plants and management of their outdoor space can genuinely benefit wildlife such as bees, hedgehogs, butterflies, frogs and even struggling birds such as house sparrows and songthrushes. The RSPB owns over 300 000 acres of nature reserve in Britain, but gardens cover much more than this area, meaning there is huge potential for ordinary householders to really help our struggling wildlife.
Our New Year started with a fun evening hosted by Ed Bacon, also known as ‘Ed The Light Monkey’. Colourful patterns were produced by LED wands, swirled around in the dark and captured at long exposure to produce some intriguing, almost psychedelic images. We all joined in and it really made us think about light and colour like never before. There were fewer colours in the monochrome competition which followed, but a great deal of wisdom from Alan Sarsby, an engaging judge and first rate communicator who gave us lots of advice. A well-attended evening produced at lot of high scoring entries. Best in show went to Russell Hynard with this fascinating creation titled Watch Repair (pictured). In early February we were pleased to welcome back Roy Essery, chairman of Colchester Photographic Society, who told us all about making photobooks. What are we going to do with all those electronically stored pictures in the long term when we’re wearing computers on our wrists? Perhaps this is today’s answer. Roy, a passionate photographer, explained that the quality of a print far exceeds that of an electronic display. He took us through some professional internet based options and brought along a number of very high quality books he had compiled. Good examples are Blurb.co.uk and Yophoto.co.uk should you wish to pursue this option.
The garden opens for the year on April 1, when primroses and cowslips will be peeping in the apple orchard and the wildflower meadow, daffodils will be turning their faces to the sun, and the blue tits will be hatching their chicks in the nestboxes. Another main aim of the wildlife garden is to show children the magic that is nature – those first wonderful experiences are the ones that stay with us for a lifetime, enriching our lives and opening our eyes to the beauty that is around us. My love of nature began in the garden, where as a small child I would run barefoot in the morning dew, just exulting in the sunshine and the smell of damp earth and green grass… As a mother now myself, I am determined that my child will also have the opportunity to develop a love of nature and a joy in the outdoors. Who knows who is nurturing the next David Attenborough! So Flatford, although it may feel like it belongs to the past, also offers hope for the future – children growing up with a sense of wonder about the natural world around them, and people who are inspired by- and care for- the natural world, even if it all they have space for is a window box full of thyme and chives for the bees! The RSPB’s garden is open daily from April 1 between 10.30am and 4.30pm, and is free to enter. Park in the National Trust car park at Flatford (£4 all day) and save some space for cake at the tea room.
We have been pleased to welcome new members who have joined us for the last two evenings.
What’s on in the Easter Holidays There’s a free children’s nature trail round the garden daily, as well as other activities such as planting wildlife-friendly seeds to take home and grow, and hands-on activities for even the smallest children (donations gratefully received.) For the grown-ups, there are plenty of ideas to take home to your own gardens, as well as free plant lists, and seeds and inexpensive wildlife friendly plants to buy.
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March 9: Night-time and Low Light / Competition Judge: Graham Parry March 23: Dick Williams ARPS & Dave Wilcox Digital Show: Audio-visual Presentation March 30: Critique Evening: Review and discussion of member’s own work We meet twice monthly on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm at St John’s Centre, Station Road, Manningtree CO11 1EB. New members are welcome to join or may attend initially as a visitor (£3). Please contact Margaret for more information: 01206 396958 / madps@post.com www.manningtreeanddistrictphotographicsociety.co.uk 18
Cuckoo Bumblebee at Flatford Gardens, Grahame Madge In Touch with Hadleigh
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ON THE GRAPEVINE QUESTIONS ON CASH With Independent Financial Adviser Nick Plumb Harold and Audrey from Woodbridge sent me a copy of their wills. They ask: “We have changed ownership of our house to common ownership so that we each own half our house and we have also made wills incorporating special trusts. As I understood it, this would save Inheritance Tax on half of the house, but a friend who has made similar plans tells me that my trust will not save tax. What do you think?” Unfortunately, I think your friend is right. Severing the joint tenancy on your main residence and using this asset in conjunction with a trust in your wills can be an effective Inheritance Tax planning tool, but only with the right kind of trust. The trust should be a Discretionary Will Trust. With this type of trust, as the name implies, you give complete discretion to your trustees over who can benefit from the trust, and what assets can be placed in the trust after your death. However, your wills contain a property trust. The trust wording in your will states that the asset to be used is “the half share of my residential property situated at….” This is a specified asset. Also, the beneficiary is named as “my wife Audrey Smith…” This is a specified beneficiary. This makes the trust specific as opposed to discretionary. Also, when the will specifies that your spouse is to be granted the right to occupy the house for the remainder of her lifetime, this creates a life interest or interest in possession, which means that the trust assets would form part of the estate of the life tenant (your wife) for Inheritance Tax purposes. Only a Discretionary Will Trust can be used to save Inheritance Tax. For this to be effective, it must be correctly drafted, and if residential property is to be a trust asset, the trusts should include an IOU or debt charge clause. The trustees must also be seen to exercise their discretion in the management of the trust, and should never grant an exclusive life interest to a surviving spouse to the exclusion of any other discretionary beneficiaries. To ensure that your wills and trusts are correctly prepared, take professional advice. Appointing a professional executor or trustee can also help to ensure that your trustees are correctly advised and the trust is correctly managed after your death. If you get it wrong now, it could cost your children thousands of pounds later. Nick Plumb is an Independent Financial Adviser and Practice Principal at Plumb Financial Services of Baylham in Suffolk. The information within this column is provided only as a general guide and does not constitute personal financial advice. If you would like to take advantage of a complimentary meeting to talk over your options for your own investments or financial planning you can contact Nick by email at nick@plumbfs.co.uk or by calling the office on 01473 830301. Plumb Financial Services is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
ACUPUNCTURE AWARENESS WEEK – 6 TO 12 MARCH 2017 Our seasons dictate what we choose to wear in the morning, what food we prefer to eat, whether to go out for the evening or stay tucked up for a cosy night in. But can they affect our health? In short: yes, but I won’t bore you with a list of seasonal ailments! It is no secret that one of the keys to good health is a strong and fully functioning immune system, so it’s important to prepare and support your defences all year round. Acupuncture and seasonal change Eastern practices such as Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine have a strong focus in the seasons and how they affect us individually. Especially within Five Element Acupuncture, a practice that suggests that we’re made up of five elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. The five elements are perceived as the basal components of our energetics and we present traits of each one: through our emotional behavior, complexion, habits and other general observations to varying degrees. Acupuncture’s underlying principle, a holistic approach to health, acknowledges the impact of the seasons throughout the year as it is understood that we reflect each season through the energetics of our body, which shows the importance of living in tune with them in order to balance our health, both in body and in mind. Why should I try seasonal acupuncture treatments? With over 200 common cold viruses and various types of flu virus, it’s hard to avoid catching a bug. On average, it is thought that adults in the UK catch two to four colds a year. It could be assumed that statistically a major part of the 172 million days lost each year to sickness, costing the economy over £13 billion*, could be attributed to preventable colds and flu. A seasonal session with an acupuncturist can help improve overall health by enhancing the body’s immune system to keep illness at bay. It can also provide a boost in energy levels, lifting mood and improving a person’s sense of wellbeing, allowing the body to function more effectively. In addition, during treatment the acupuncturist will discuss things to be aware of depending on the specific season: for example with the ‘winter season treatment or tune up’, this could include the suggestion to eat warming foods and the need to keep warm and conserve energy in winter months, and not to rush into starting new projects. It seems simple but how many of us forget to be more aware of our surroundings when carrying out our daily routines, taking on additional work or ‘burning the candle at both ends’? With Monday March 6 being the start of Acupuncture Awareness Week, there is a great chance to learn more about the various styles of Acupuncture as well as how this system of eastern medicine perceives both the individual and their external environment. If you’d like more information, take a look at the British Acupuncture Council website. There you will find out about how Acupuncture may benefit you and your needs, how to find a practitioner in your area and much more about the importance of good health: www.introducingacupuncture.co.uk *CBI Absence & Labour turnover Written by Emma Harvey Lawrence, Partner and General Manager at Woolpit Complementary www.woolpit-complementary.co.uk emma@woolpit-complementary.co.uk / 01359 408 011
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ON THE GRAPEVINE DANCEEAST CENTRE FOR ADVANCED TRAINING EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW IN THE WORDS OF A CAT STUDENT
is. And at the end of the day, the tutor gave us the opportunity to ask any questions and it was really nice to have some familiar faces at the audition that I had met at the open day. How did you find the audition process? I was 11 years old and I thought it was going to be a bit scary but it wasn’t too daunting, everything was just new. I found everyone lovely, and all of the other people auditioning were really friendly too. What opportunities has CAT given you? If I wasn’t in the CAT I would never have worked with so many different people and made so many friends from Cambridge, Norwich and Colchester. I also wouldn’t have met lots of different choreographers, it’s great when they come to work with us, especially if you’ve read about them or seen their performances. We also go to London and Norwich on trips to see their work, and it’s quite surreal when they work with you.
DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) is one of ten national centres that identify children and young people aged between 10 and 18 years with exceptional potential in dance. The nationwide scheme aims to develop, create and inspire the next generation of dance artists, choreographers and dance leaders. By cultivating young dancers at a critical stage in their development, the scheme prepares students for entry into the world’s leading vocational and higher education institutions and on to successful and rewarding careers in dance. The DanceEast CAT is looking for young dance talent to join in September 2017. DanceEast CAT is looking for individuals who aspire to a career in dance, stand out, show drive and determination, are hard-working and creative, and above all are committed and passionate. DanceEast caught up with Rebecca Hall, a student on the DanceEast CAT, to find out what it’s like to go through the application and audition process and be a student on the scheme. How did you first find out about the CAT? Before I was in the CAT I was part of the Suffolk Junior Dance Company at DanceEast. A couple of older members auditioned for the CAT which encouraged me to look into it as well. I went to an open day and realised it was something that I wanted to do, so I applied and then auditioned. How useful did you find the open day? I thought it was really useful as it was exactly how a CAT class really
FOLLOW MY LEAD St Elizabeth Hospice has launched a brand new dog walking event, Follow my Lead, and they’re looking for four-legged friends to sign up. The walk, taking place on March 12 at Alton Water, will cost each dog £10 and they can bring their human friends for free. Nigel Donkin, Community and Volunteer Fundraising Manager at St Elizabeth Hospice, said: “We regularly have dogs popping into the hospice to see their owners so we thought it’s time we organised an event just for them!” A competition was held to find the furry face of this new event, and more In Touch with Hadleigh
What’s the best thing about being in CAT? We never do the same thing twice, and there are always different invited choreographers and the opportunity to work in different styles – not just contemporary and ballet. It never gets boring. The biggest highlight for me was when we worked with company members from Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures, it was a good experience to learn from them and recreate their work. What are your career aspirations? Before I was in the CAT I didn’t actually know what I wanted to do. But now I definitely know I want to go into contemporary dance. I will audition for a few different places in a couple of years’ time. What would you say to people who are thinking about applying? I would definitely recommend that they attend an open day, as that helped me decide that I wanted to apply. I would say that even if you aren’t sure, apply anyway as it’s a great experience and you meet lots of new people. I wouldn’t be nervous about the audition, as you are never going to be on your own, there will always be someone there to help and it’s not too difficult! It is highly recommended that prospective applicants come to one of the taster workshops in Ipswich, Norwich, Cambridge or Colchester or to the open day at Jerwood DanceHouse. You will find out more about the DanceEast CAT and take part in a range of workshops lead by the teaching team. Parents and guardians will also have the opportunity to speak directly with the management team. To find out more about the DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training, taster workshops, the open day and how to apply visit: www.danceeast.co.uk
than 100 pet photos were submitted. The final choice was decided by a public poll of the top six, and the winner was Oakley (pictured), a two and a half year old cocker spaniel. Oakley will start the walk at 10.30am on Sunday, March 12, followed by his canine companions, and dogs signed up will receive a doggy bag and Follow my Lead tag. To sign up, contact: fundraising@stelizabethhospice.org.uk / 01473 723600 For more information, visit: www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk/followmylead St Elizabeth Hospice is an independent charity providing vital services to more than 2,000 patients and their families annually across east Suffolk. They offer care and support wherever needed: on the inpatient unit, in day care, or in the home and community. 21
CHURCH NEWS CAPEL & ELMSETT METHODIST CHURCHES
COME AND MEET US We are a family of ordinary people who love God and trust Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour. We would be delighted to welcome you to our Church office in George Street and to any of our services, activities, courses and events. Sunday Services (live streaming) 10.30am: All Age Worship including crèche, teaching and activities for three-13 year olds 6.30pm: Evening Service Audio recordings of our services are available on our website, YouTube and as podcasts from iTunes. Christianity Explored
If you are unsure what Christianity is all about but would like to find out, we regularly run free, friendly and informal Christianity Explored courses. You will not be asked to read or pray aloud but will be given the opportunity to ask your questions. Many people have found this course helpful. Midweek Groups We have seven small groups that meet on two evenings (Tuesday and Wednesday) and one that meets Thursday daytime in the chapel lounge and in homes around Hadleigh and the surrounding area for Bible Study, fellowship and prayer. FREE CAP Money Management CAP Money is a comprehensive yet surprisingly simple money management course that lasts three weeks to help you get, and then stay, in control of your finances. Proven to be effective for thousands of people. Baby, toddler, children and youth groups We have two midweek groups. One, run jointly with our friends from the URC, is for babies and toddlers with their parents or carers and is called The Ark. It meets on Friday mornings from 9.30-11.30am. We also hold a group called 7-Up! for young people in School Years 7-9 on Thursdays from 7.45-9pm. Our next Oasis is on Sunday, April 2 Come along and make new friends on three Sundays each year between 4.30 and 7pm. An informal opportunity to meet in a relaxed atmosphere. Free transport available.
Turn around when possible Have you ever missed your junction on a motorway and had to drive many unnecessary miles to get back on route? In my former life as a transportation engineer (before the days of Sat Nav and GPS systems) I remember a shocking statistic describing the number of miles we drive in the wrong direction. It was between 10 and 20 per cent of our journey. I suspect it may not have improved much with Sat Navs. How many times has it told you to turn around when possible? When we lived in Downham Market, people driving to our house would be told to take a short cut only to find concrete bollards blocking the narrow lane. How many times do we find ourselves going down the wrong pathway in our lives? Selfishness, greed and pride can lead us to do things that hurt others. Impure thoughts can get us dreaming of a wrong relationship. Arrogance that we’ve got it all sorted can lead us to make bad decisions. Personal ambition can lead us to override the feelings and ambitions of others and prejudices can lead us to judge others harshly. Sometime we may hear a voice in our head telling us to turn around when possible. In a recent service I was challenged by this prayer: “For the sin that has made us quick to condemn those who sin differently from us… For the sin that has caused us to be quick to divide people into us and them, and seek the welfare of us and ours above them and theirs.” I knew I was being told to turn around when possible. I knew this attitude was wrong. March is a good time to reflect on our lives and ask: Are we going in the wrong direction? Do we need to turn around? ‘Repent’ is an old fashioned word we sometimes use. Although I made a decision to follow Christ many years ago, I still find myself going in the wrong direction at times and end up in a cul-de-sac. Life is a journey, our destination is heaven but not all will get there. As I love maps for road travel, I also love the Bible. It is my road map for life; it gives me warnings and it shows me a wonderful way to live. If you want to discuss turning around or need a Bible, please get in touch. The Rev Andrew Sankey, Minister at Capel & Elmsett Methodist Churches 8 Roundridge Road, Capel St Mary IP9 2UG apsankey@gmail.com / 01473 311178 / 07966 187216 CAPEL METHODIST Saturday 4
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Sunday 12
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Sunday 19
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Worship with Rev Diane Smith
Sunday 26
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Worship and Communion with Rev Sankey Worship with Mrs Heather Bentley
Sunday 12
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All Age Worship with Mr Guy Fairweather Worship with Mr Luke Rokobuli
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