50plus Magazine November 2014

Issue 6: Nov 2014 - Jan 2015

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Chairman’s Message from the Board The news of the last 3 months is the advent of the new website. Although the address is the same, it is a much improved design, cleaner, easier to access both for those maintaining it and all that read it. The website can display videos and sound files to improve members’ experience, see page 6 for more detail.

Our coach outings have been so successful that we have had to order 2 coaches for one of our planned trips.

The costs of running the Network are substantial and the income not sufficient to run it indefinitely.The board therefore is currently considering various ways to raise funds as well as reducing costs; this may entail the introduction of a small annual membership fee.

We are also looking at our method of distributing the quarterly magazine. It is greatly valued by our members but expensive to deliver through the Royal Mail. Currently all members receive their magazines by post. As the magazine is also available on our website, some of you may prefer to read it on-line. If so, please let us know and instead of mailing a copy, we will simply send you an email to advise you when the next issue is available.

We will however continue to deliver hard copies to members who prefer that method. We will also look at the possibility of using volunteers to hand-deliver in some areas.The total print run of the magazine will not reduce, so that more will be distributed to centres where people over 50 will be likely to read them and perhaps decide to join the Network.

Since this is last Magazine of 2014, may I on behalf of the board, wish all members and other readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Ray Hutchins - Chairman

Northants 50+ Network c/o St Giles Parish Office, St Giles Terrace, Northampton NN1 2BN (Please Note: The above address is a mailing address only)

Website: www.northantsfiftyplus.co.uk Email: northants_fifty_plus@hotmail.co.uk Vice Chairman/Editor: Tony Allen Email: tonyallen8@talktalk.net Secretary: Susan Hills Tel: 01604 812144 Email: secretary@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk Events Secretary: Sandra Frampton Tel: 01604 718098 Email: events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk To advertise in this magazine call Bev on 07747 632918 or 01604 633714

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What’s new? Advice and information: Our members use the website to get advice and information so we have expanded our website to include videos and also added new topics such as ways to learn new skills and money saving tips.

Videos: We have a new section for videos which contains a range of videos on topics from guides and advice on money matters to funnies.

Technology: For all you “wannabe geeks” out there we have included a series of beginners guides to help you get more from the internet. Guides are available for Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Skype. We will be adding additional information and links in the future.

Events: We have upgraded our events to enable online booking. You can view the events via our events calendar or the events list. We have also created a section for regular events that happen throughout Northants.

There’s more to come, so be sure to log on regularly to see what’s new on our shiny new website.

Why not get involved? We are working to make the website as interactive as possible, so please let us know what you would like to see on the website.

Contact us to provide feedback on the site and also share your views on topics that affect the Fifty Plus Network.

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What’s on in Corby

Coach Trips leaving from Corby

COACH TRIP TO LONDON - 6TH DECEMBER 2014 See the Northampton page for details of a coach trip to London, to visit the Victoria and Albert Museum, Natural History Museum or The Science Museum or sample London’s other attractions.

Depart: Corby - Police Station 8.30am - See page 30 for details.

Events at Glebe Park

West Pavilion, 100 Cottingham Road, Corby, Northants NN17 1SZ

Christmas Table Top Sales SATURDAY 6TH DECEMBER 2014 at West Glebe Pavilion from 9am – 12noon.

Come along and grab a bargain! Tables must be reserved in advance - at a cost of £5. Contact West Glebe on 01536 204217.

Corby Active Agers Club Weekly activity club meets at West Glebe Park every Monday from 11.30 12.30pm. Activities include, exercise, bowls, kurling, health walks and much more. £3 per session.

Exercise Sessions at West Glebe - only £3 per session Chair Exercise: Tuesday 10.30 - 11.15am In this class all the exercise activities are performed in a chair.

Exercise to Music 50+: Tuesdays: 11.30am - 12.30pm & Fridays: 11.15am - 12.15pm These classes are for anyone who wants a class with a difference. The classes consist of a 20 minute warm-up, stretching and low impact aerobics (standing) and then toning exercises and a varied programme of different fun activities, games or sports. Each session is different!

If you would like more information on any of the above activities, please contact: Rachel Ritchie on 01536 204214 or email Rachel.ritchie@corby.gov.uk

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DOF AGM and Christmas Tea Dance Daventry and District Over Fifties Forum (DOF) will be holding its AGM and second Christmas Tea Dance on Wednesday 10th December 2014 at Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry from 2-4pm.

Due to overwhelming demand the DOF committee are very pleased to announce Burt Barber will be back in all his glory to entertain DOF members this Christmas. Having fun and dancing the afternoon away will be a great way to get members into the Christmas swing. This event will include free refreshments and a Christmas prize draw.

DOF has a very active membership. If you enjoy DOF events and newsletters and like getting involved then why not give just four hours each quarter and join DOF’s friendly and outgoing committee?

For more information about joining the committee or DOF’s Christmas Tea Dance why not give Della Butcher a call on (01327) 302418.

3rd November: Daventry Townswomen’s Guild at 7.30pm Mayfield Park, Royal Star Drive, Timken Estate, Daventry, NN11 9FZ. The speaker is Chris Rowe on the ‘Gardens of Monet’. All welcome.

Tel: 01327 703507 for more details.

7th November: Family Bonfire and Fireworks from 7.00pm Organised by Cold Ashby Playing Fields Association Charity at the Playing Fields.

There will be hot food and a bar.

8th November: Tea Dance at Welford Village Hall from 2pm- 4.30pm Admission is £2.50 which includes home-made scones, tea and coffee. Tel: 01858 575284 for more details.

9th November: The Royal British Legion Remembrance Day Parade and Service in Daventry with a special tribute to the soldiers of the Great War 100 years on.

9th November: Barby Village Hall Quiz night 7.30pm start. Details from Gill Leppard 01788 891091.

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Northants Update What’s onPolice in Daventry 14th November: Badby & District Horticultural Society’s AGM Badby Village Hall at 7.30pm followed by a talk by Sally of Sam’s Species Reptile Rescue and Sanctuary.

22nd November: Christmas Craft Fayre

from 9.30am to 1.30pm Preston Capes Village Hall, Old Forge Lane.An exciting and original range of quality gifts for Christmas, plus decorations, homewares and fashion accessories, all handmade in the parish. There will also be a ‘Parish Produce stall’ selling cakes, preserves and confectionery. All proceeds to the Village Hall Restoration Fund.

23rd November: Barby History Group

are holding a book launch in Barby Village Hall.

Contact Daphne Rourke on 01788 890090.

29th November: Christmas Fair from 2pm

Organised by Cold Ashby Playing Fields Association Charity at Cold Ashby Village Hall, Main Street, Cold Ashby. There will be seasonal crafts and gifts, mulled wine and mince pies, cakes, tombola, raffle and kids games.

1st December: Daventry Townswomen’s Guild meeting - at

7.30pm at Mayfield Park, Royal Star Drive,Timken Estate, Daventry, NN11 9FZ Entertainment will be provided by ‘We 3’ - a Christmas Special. All welcome.

Call 01327 703507 for more details.

4th December: Badby and District Horticultural Society’s Christmas Craft Evening at Badby Village Hall at 7.30pm.

For further details please contact Zelda on 01327 872118.

6th December: Tea Dance at Welford Village Hall 2pm to 4.30pm. Admission is £2.50 which includes homemade scones, tea and coffee. Tel: 01858 575284 for more details.

12-14th December: Christmas Tree Festival

at St Peter & St Paul Church in Weedon. People are encouraged to decorate a tree on any theme for the event in aid of new roofing and repairs to brickwork at the church. To sponsor a tree for this event contact: Sandra Rogers on 01327 209435 or email sandravrogers@gmail.com

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What’s on in East Northants

Ringstead Cinema Ringstead Village Social Club, High Street, NN14 4DA Disabled access from rear car park. Doors open at 7.30pm film starts 7.45.

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Friday 14 November - Captain Phillips (15) The award winning film starring Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi tells the true story of Captain Richard Phillips and the 2009 hijacking by Somali pirates of the US-flagged MV Maersk Alabama.

Friday 5 December - American Hustle (15) American Hustle tells the story of brilliant con man Irving Rosenfeld (Christian Bale), who along with his equally cunning and seductive British partner Sydney Prosser (Amy Adams) is forced to work for a wild FBI agent Richie DiMaso (Bradley Cooper). The film won Golden Globe and BAFTA Awards.

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Their repair and servicing is not “BRAND” specific and they carry a large range of stock for all brands of Computers. In cases where complete failures have occurred, they also endeavour to protect and backup your data as part of the service. With expert help at hand, turnaround times are always kept to a minimum. Labour charges are fixed and do not fluctuate by the hour with costs starting as low as £22.20 for a professional diagnostics service.

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pantomime, Peter Pan. Comedian, television presenter and all-round entertainer Joe Pasquale leads the cast as Smee in Northampton’s premier pantomime Peter Pan, taking to the Derngate stage from 5 December to 4 January. One of the country’s best loved personalities and top-selling live comedians, Joe Pasquale has been delighting audiences for more than 20 years with his stand-up tours and infectious sense of fun. Crowned King of the Jungle in ITV’s I’m A Celebrity…Get Me out Of Here, he also learned to skate for ITV1’s Dancing On Ice!

Competition!

Featuring an abundance of comedy, stunning sets and fabulous costumes, amazing flying sequences and a good helping of fairy dust, this is an unmissable treat for all the family. Tickets are priced from £9 to £28*, so why not join Peter Pan,Tinkerbell,Wendy and the Lost Boys on their swashbuckling adventure to save Neverland.

For full details of performance times or to book, call Box Office on 01604 624811 or visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk. * A transaction fee of £2.80 applies to telephone and website bookings only. Does not apply in person, or to Groups and Friends, and is per-transaction, not per-ticket.

For your chance to win a family ticket (4 seats) to see ‘Peter Pan’ on Sunday 7 December at 5pm, simply answer the following question: What was the name of King Arthur’s wife?

Email the answer, your name, full address and contact telephone number to tonyallen8@talktalk.net Alternatively, send your entries on a post card to: ‘Peter Pan’ Competition, Northants 50+ Network, c/o St Giles Parish Office, St Giles Terrace, Northampton, NN1 2BN. Completed entries must be received by 30th November 2014.

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What’s on in Northampton

Coffee Mornings We meet at the MOON ON THE SQUARE (corner of the Market Square) at 10.30am. How about lunch afterwards?

Meet on the following Mondays: 3rd November, 1st December - Christmas Lunch, 5th January and 2nd February 2015. Come along and meet your Co-ordinator and fellow Network members in a very friendly and informal get together. Sorry, you will need to purchase your own refreshments.

Northants 50+ Book Club We meet at O’Neills Bar in the Drapery, Northampton at 10.30a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month.

Programme 2014/15:

11 Nov THE THREAD by Victoria Hislop 9 Dec THE HUNDRED YEAR OLD MAN WHO CLIMBED OUT OF A WINDOW by Jonas Jonasson Plus Christmas Dinner 13 Jan ONE NIGHT IN WINTER by Simon Sebag Montefiore If you enjoy a good book why not join our friendly group?

Leader: Trish Eames Tel: 01604 454129 Email: trisheames@ntlworld.com

Manna Langar (Food from Heaven) Community Meal

At the Open Door Centre, Kettering Road.

First Friday of the month * Sociable environment * 12noon - 2pm FREE HOT MEAL FOR ALL (Preparation ensures no conflict with special dietary requirements such as Halal) Promoted and financed by the Choudary family to help and encourage different cultures to come together with respect and understanding. For more information ring Ifty Choudary 07887 751135 or Hazel Johnston 07540 669753.

Kingsley 50+ Group at Heathers Café 86 Kingsley Park Terrace (Next to County Florists) in Kettering Road, Fridays 2pm - 4pm. Meetings are held at Heathers Café on the last Friday of the month for chat, tea and maybe some of Heathers delicious cakes.

All welcome. It is Northampton Activity co-ordinators home territory (and the Chairman’s too) so find out about the Network. Get involved and enjoy yourself. All offers of help to set up other activities welcome.

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What’s on in Northampton

50+ Rock n Roll Tea Dance Picturedrome, Kettering Road, Northampton FREE ADMISSION Every Thursday 1pm – 4pm, Car park available A very enjoyable and popular weekly event.

There is now an annual membership fee of £3.00.

However, if you wish to go along for a taster session to see what it is like, I understand that you will be allowed free entry for three consecutive weeks.

Northampton Folk Dance Club Christchurch Hall (off the Wellingborough Road, Abington).

Thursday evenings 8 to 10 pm.We dance mainly English dances, some modern, some from 17th and 18 th centuries, some fast, others slow.

We invite you to come and join us, you do not need a partner or dancing experience. The first night is free, then £2.00 for members, £2.50 for non members, including tea or coffee. Get fit, make friends and enjoy yourself!

Come along any Thursday evening or for more information contact: Ken Judd 07504 802395 or Lyn Carter 01604 494832.

Monthly Sunday Stroll A leisurely stroll every 2nd Sunday in the month.

Meet at 11.00am in Morrison’s foyer (near notice board) Kettering Road, for a gentle stroll (about 45 minutes), optional meal or refreshments afterwards at Morrison’s Café.

We enjoy visiting the local area away from the main roads followed by a meal or refreshments. If you would just like to join us after the walk, arrive there between 11.45am and 12 noon. Excellent for folk on their own on Sunday. A warm welcome guaranteed.

There is also a health walk each Tuesday at 10.30am, leaving from Morrison’s Foyer for approx. 1 hours walk (usually Bradlaugh Fields and sometimes Eastfield Park or Abington Park for a change, refreshments in Morrison’s Cafe.

For more information contact: Barbara Hughes - Telephone: 01604 452566.

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Nicholas Rothwell House (St Giles Charity Estates)

Residential Home for Older People Short & Long Stay 290 Harborough Rd Kingsthorpe Northampton NN2 8LR Situated in a popular village of Kingsthorpe close to local amenities, this purpose built complex is equipped to the highest standards, with tastefully decorated rooms all of which have en-suite facilities. Our friendly, qualified staff provides 24 hour care and all meals are freshly prepared on the premises from locally sourced produce. Other services available include Hairdressing, Chiropody, Optician, Aromatherapy, Outings & Activity programmes.

Almshouses - One bedroom bungalows St Giles Charity owns a small development of one bedroom bungalows in a quiet cul de sac adjacent to Nicholas Rothwell House.

As almshouses, the bungalows are occupied under licence and residents pay a maintenance charge. There is no warden for the bungalows but they are linked into Northampton Borough Councils emergency call care system. Residents need to be relatively independent and take responsibility for arranging any necessary support, e.g. relatives, healthcare profession etc. The keeping of pets is at the discretion of the trustees, and residents must obtain prior approval.

The Trustees of the Charity are responsible for the maintenance and external decoration of the bungalows, which are fully fitted with wet rooms and kitchen appliances, but no furniture. For more information on short and long stay accommodation:

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What’s on in Northampton

Far Cotton Go Getters Club Delapre Community Centre, Alton Street, Far Cotton, NN4 8EN Meet every Thursday 10.00am - 12.00noon. Keep fit for an hour, socialise, then listen to our guest speakers £5.00 yearly membership fee and £3.00 each week.

If you would like lunch afterwards a superb lunch is on offer for £4.00. For more information Telephone 01604 469785.

‘50+ Exercise to Music’ with Nancy Morse Eden Close Community Room.

Weekly on Fridays 10.30am -12noon. One hours exercise then tea and chat.

Exercise 10.45-11.45. Ring Sandra to check availability 01604 718098 or e-mail events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk

Arts and Craft Fair At Northamptonshire Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton Saturday 6th December and 13th December 11am - 4pm. Free entry craft fair Come and browse through a variety of arts and crafts stalls in the library. Buy something unique from local artists and craft makers.

Hunsbury Hill Fort They had lived there for 400 years. Why did they run away?

Where did they go ? An interesting little booklet researched

by Diane Bulley. Available for just £2 includes p&p.

Please send cheque with postal address to: Mrs D.Bulley, 72A Weekley Glebe Road, Kettering NN16 9NR

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What’s on in Northampton

50+ Winter Stroll or Walk and Lunch at Lakeside Tuesday 18 November 2014: Meet at 10.30am in the Lakeside Pub Car Park, Bedford Road (opposite the entrance to Brackmills Industrial Estate) Join us to enjoy the great outdoors at Northampton Washlands, followed by lunch at the Lakeside Public House.

The idea is for you to take a gentle stroll for up to an hour or a bit more of a strenuous walk for 1½ - 2 hours. The short walk will be suitable for most levels of fitness and mobility, and is on the flat. The longer walk will be a little more strenuous. We will then all meet for lunch at about 12.30pm at the Lakeside Pub. If you are not up to walking, then please join us for lunch.

The pub restaurant has a good reputation, offering two main meals for £10.

Confirm by Monday 10th November 2014, whether you will be doing the short or longer walk and whether you would like lunch. (Martyn needs to give the pub an idea of numbers who will want lunch).

To participate, please email or telephone Martyn White. Provide a contact telephone number and/or email address. This is so the organiser can contact you if there are any last minute changes, due to weather conditions etc.

Email: mr.martyn.white@gmail.com Tel No: 01604 634156.

Adult Learning Practical Pet Dog Grooming: 4/11/2014 x 4 weeks 1.00 - 2.00 p.m.

Abington Community Centre, Northampton.

Aromatherapy and Massage 5/11/2014 x 5 weeks 7.00 - 9.00 p.m.

Victoria Centre, Northampton.

Emotional Freedom Technique 8/11/2014 Saturday 3 - 5 p.m.

Caroline Chisholm School, Northampton.

Laughter and Wellbeing Workshop 11 November 2014 7.00 - 9.00 p.m.

The Northampton Academy.

Meditation with colours including lunch 12 November 2014 11.00 -1.30 p.m. The Four Pears, Northampton.

For further details contact Chris Nightingale.

Tel 01604 366316 or email: cnightingale@northamptonshire.gov.uk

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Coach Trips Thank you to all who joined us on our coach trips this year. Itinerary for 2015 is now being planned but there will be no trips during Jan ‘15.

SAT DECEMBER 6th - LONDON - 3 Museums and more - £15.00 Drop off Cromwell Rd adjacent to the Victoria and Albert Museum, Natural History Museum and The Science Museum and within a short distance to Harrods. Use your bus pass to see the city’s many other attractions. Should see Harrods and other shops on route home decorated for Christmas. r Depart: Corby - Police Station 8.00am* r

Wellingborough - Church Street 8.30am* r Northampton - Christchurch Road 9.00am* r Return: Leave London 4.30pm *PLEASE NOTE: THE ABOVE TIMES HAVE CHANGED SINCE OUR LAST PUBLICATION (ISSUE 5) Please check availability with Sandra before sending in cheque and a covering note with the following details: Name ..................................................................................................................................

I would like To book .............places on the trip to ................................. I enclose a cheque for £......................... State if you require acknowledgement of payment.

Email Address ....................................................................................................................

Home Telephone No........................................ Mobile Tel No......................................

Name and telephone number of person to contact in case of an emergency. If you do not wish to give this information please ensure that you enter ICE and contact telephone number in your mobile phone or keep the details in your purse/wallet...............................................................................................................

Tickets will not be issued to save money.

Cheques payable please to Northants 50+ Network and sent to: *Northants 50+ Network, C/o St Giles Parish Office, St. Giles Terrace, Northampton NN1 2BN N.B *This is a postal address only, staff at St Giles are unable to accept cash or answer enquiries.

Contact: sandra.frampton240@btinternet.com or Tel: 01604 718098

Cardigan Close Club Join in the fun at this friendly club Tuesdays 10-12.30.

Gentle exercise for 1st hour, tea & coffee, then crafts, talks and social time. £2.00 weekly - All welcome Contact: Angela 622132 or e-mail: astennant@gmail.com

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Legal Advice Column Why do I need a Will?

A properly drawn up Will is a written statement of your wishes. It comes into effect when you die and it sets out what you want done with your property after your death. Thus it enables you to make important decisions now that affect your family and friends after your death. It could also help protect your estate from unnecessary inheritance tax.

What if I die without a Will?

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Milton Keynes Silbury Court, Silbury Boulevard, Central Milton Keynes MK9 2LY Telephone: 01908 660966 Fax: 01908 558000 Email: wills@franklins-sols.co.uk

Without a Will the Intestacy rules set out how your assets will be distributed amongst your relatives whether or not it would have been what you wanted.

One of the most common misconceptions is that if you die without a valid Will, all of your estate will automatically go to your surviving spouse. This is not the case. Your spouse could even end up with insufficient money to remain in the family home.

The law does not provide in any way for unmarried partners or step-children, friends or charities that you might have provided for and if you have no surviving blood relatives then your estate goes to the Crown.

These same rules also specify who is responsible for the administration of your estate and this can often lead to practical and emotional difficulties where members of the group may not get on or even know each other.

The statutory rules make no provision about the future guardianship of your minor children.

To get expert advice about making or updating your Will please call:

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What’s on in Wellingborough Wellingborough is going from strength to strength. We would like to thank everyone who comes to our coffee mornings and afternoon tea.

Coffee Mornings At The Redwell pub, Silver Street,Wellingborough on Monday 24th November 2014, 12th January and 9th February 2015.

Lunch

on Monday 15th December at The Miller, Wellingborough at 1.00pm

Early Christmas Lunch At the Miller in Wellingborough.

I have booked a meal for 15th December at 1.00pm for our last meeting of 2014, I shall need to know who is coming. Thanks SALLY, Wellingborough coordinator, Email: Sally53@ ntlworld.com Tel: 07710 292893

Coach Trips Of our 3 remaining coach trips for this year, there are still a few seats left for the trip to London on 6th December. For further details see page 30.

Our first Sunday trip to Barton Le Clay will take place on Sunday 16th November (all seats have now been taken). However more trips are planned for next year, so watch this space!

For those going on the Sunday trip the coach pick is 9.30 am at Castle way Wellingborough and 10.00am Victoria Street, Northampton.

Free parking on Sunday. Leaving at 3.30 last drop off by 5.00pm.

Thanks to everyone for your help and support, Sally.

Victoria Centre, Palk Road, Wellingborough.

On every Wednesday afternoon (excluding school holidays) – 2.00pm Are you bored? Over 50 and would like to make new friends?

If so come along to the Friendship Club where a warm welcome awaits you. £1.00 per session, including tea and biscuits. Guest speakers, etc.

For more information please telephone: 01933 383504 or just come along.

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What’s on in Wellingborough

WW1 play ‘KILLED’

Saturday 8th November at 7.30pm.

Finedon Community Centre.Wellingborough Road, Finedon NN9 5LG. Performed by The Looking Glass Theatre – to mark the commemoration of the start of WW1.The play is based on a story found in a book called ‘The Thin Yellow Line’ by William Moore.

Billy Dean, a young British “Tommy” duringWW1, gets separated from his battalion during an attack on an enemy position, and is subsequently sentenced to be shot for cowardice. The play starts the night before Billy’s execution, and through a series of flashbacks the action cross cuts between The Western Front and a Munitions Factory in England where Billy’s wife May works. Was Billy’s fate misfortune or cowardice? Tickets £7 each, call Pam: 01933 398377 or Lynn: 01933 680450.

Christmas Market & Craft Fair

Sunday 16th November 11-3pm.

Over 30 varied stalls with prices to suit all ages and pockets! Lots for the children to do as well as visit Santa in his Grotto. Mayor of Wellingborough to open and Mulso Junior School Choir to entertain at 12 noon.

Refreshments available from our kitchen all day.

Admission £1 adults & FREE for accompanying children.

Contact Pam: 01933 398377 for further information or just turn up on the day to enjoy our annual event.

Candlemass

By David Blackburn

Spread out, through coppiced hazelnut . . . By the old woodsman’s summer hut, Where springtime’s children used to play . . . And for their queen, cut knots of May, Underneath winter’s bare Beech tree . . . Growing low down, you may just see, February fair-maids pearl white . . .Translucent in the full moon’s light.

An ancient plant, neglected now . . .Yet once cropped from below the bough, Packed off for sale in Ivy leaves . . . Bunched large, for those who would believe, Those snowdrop posies, green and white . . . At Candlemass were pure delight.

First published in “Poetry from Pappy’s Shed” by the author in autumn 2008 to raise money for Water Aid. To find out about the history of ‘snowdrops’ in Northamptonshire go to www.tonyanddave.co.uk

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What’s on in South Northants

Village Networks:

Taking expert advice into villages across South Northants The outreach vehicle has experts on board and is full of information and free advice on: r Welfare Benefits r Debt r Better deals for gas, electricity and heating oil: bring your statement along r Job-seeking support r Computer lessons r Volunteering opportunities Come and find us: 4th Nov and 2nd Dec: Shutlanger and Paulerspury.

12thNov and 17th Dec: Stoke Bruerne and Blisworth.

13th Nov and 11th Dec: Hartwell and Hackleton.

17th Nov and 15th Dec: Potterspury and Yardley Gobion.

For details exact times and venues, see www.snvb.org.uk or contact Nick King on 01327 353321 or email nick@snvb.org.uk

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Across the County BRIXWORTH & DISTRICT U3A SONGSTERS Brixworth & District U3A Songsters are looking for a Musical Director to lead their choir in the New Year.We are looking for a retired/part-time person who can play the piano, or who knows a pianist who would be able to accompany the choir, and who has two hours a week to spare.

The Songsters have been together for two years now, and have reached concert level standard. At present, we currently meet on Tuesdays at 9.45am at Pitsford Sports Pavilion.

Travel expenses will be reimbursed to the person concerned.

If you are interested, or know of anyone who might be interested, please contact Tim Smith.

(Interest Group Leader) in the first instance on 01604 315584 or e-mail: timsmith1707@aol.com or Hazel Wilson on 01604 880490 or e-mail: hazjohn4843wilson@btinternet.com.

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More Than Mobility More Than Mobility launches new Local Stairlift Service and Special Offer Promotion!

Experienced Northamptonshire mobility retailer; More Than Mobility has recently launched a new local stairlift service; using its own locally based engineers, by offering potential customers a FREE No Obligation Stairlift Quote and Survey in their own home followed up by fast, quick installation of UK quality made stairlifts.

We know that it can be stressful picking out the most suitable stairlift and finding the right place to buy it from. Choosing to install a stairlift can be a life-changing decision. Renowned for our expertise and quality products, More Than Mobility’s friendly well trained staff will provide customers with a free no obligation stairlift survey and quote for either Straight, Curved or Outdoor Stairlifts along with helpful advice to help new stairlift buyers through the process.

Our locally based staff based at Weston Favell Shopping Centre, Northampton have built up a strong relationship with our customers over 8 years, which is based on trust, honesty, integrity and great customer service.

More Than Mobility’s range of stairlifts will allow users to get up and down their stairs safely and unassisted. A stairlift can transform the quality of life for a disabled person overnight, allowing them to access another floor in their home comfortably even though their own mobility is limited. It is also a big investment, so it’s important to invest in a good quality, UK made, stairlift from a reputable seller like More Than Mobility.

Why Choose More Than Mobility? r FREE No Obligation Survey and Quote r High Quality Straight, Curved & Outdoor Stairlifts r LOW PRICES: from £1,200 r LOCAL Service & Support from friendly, experienced mobility experts r FAST Delivery & Installation r Comprehensive In Home Warranty r FREE High Vision Reading Table Lamp if purchased within 2 weeks of the survey (worth £35.99) More Than Mobility also supplies a wide range of mobility and disability products to the Northamptonshire community both to the private and public sector including mobility scooters, electric and manual wheelchairs, adjustable beds, rise and recliner chairs, bathing & toileting aids, incontinence products, ramps, walking aids and daily living aids.We can help with all your mobility and disability needs.

To find out more about More Than Mobility’s stairlift service and for a full range of products please visit www.morethanmobilitynorthampton. co.uk. For your free no obligation survey and Supplying a wide quote you can either pop into our Northampton store at of More Than Mobility, 17c Weston Favell range mobility Shopping Centre, Northampton NN3 8JZ or call products and services 01604 407702 or 0800 980 5033.

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Across the County

AGE UK Courses and Activities

Expand your skills, make friends and have fun

Computer classes (basic and improvers): Age UK - Northampton. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. 10.30am – 12.30pm.

It’s never too late to get up-to-date with modern technology so come along to our courses and learn new skills. Cost £60.00 for a ten-week term.

Bridge Club (beginners and improvers): Age UK - Northampton.

Tuesdays 9.30am-12.30pm. Come along and enjoy a morning of fun and stimulation at our friendly (non-competitive) club. Cost: £2.50 pay as you go.

Tai chi - Kingsthorpe : Tuesdays 11.30am-12.30pm. An excellent exercise to develop strength, balance and flexibility. Cost: £26.00 for a six-week term.

Keep fit - Abington: Tuesdays 11.00am-12.00noon. Keep fit sessions with a professional instructor. Cost: £3.00 pay as you go.

The Photography Club: Age UK - Northampton. Last Wednesday of every month. 10.00am – 12.00noon. £1.75 pay as you go.

Harpole Get Set Go - Harpole: Every fortnight on a Wednesday. 10.00am – 12.00pm. A lively programme of exercise and activities, led by professional tutors. Cost: £2.00 pay as you go.

Art: Age UK - Northampton. Thursdays 10.am – 12.00noon. Beginners welcome. Cost: £4.20 pay as you go.

Hollowell Wellbeing Group - Hollowell: Every Thursday 10.00am – 12.00noon.

Stimulating 2-hour programme of exercise, therapies and talks by guest speakers.

Cost: £50.00 per 10 week term.

Tracing your family tree - Semilong: Tuesdays 1.30pm – 3.30pm.

Who do you think you are? What will you find out? Intrigued? Then come along and start your research. Cost £5.00 pay as you go.

Aquafit -The Mounts Baths Leisure Centre. Fridays. 10.00am – 12.00noon.

Let the water take the strain. Enjoy a water based exercise routine and swim.

Cost: £30.00 per 7-week term.

Whist Club (beginners and improvers): Age UK – Northampton.

Fridays. 10.00am – 12.00noon. If you’ve always planned to learn to play or improve your Whist game, then our Club is a great place to start. It is friendly, fun and non-competitive. Cost £2.50 pay as you go.

For details of all the above activities and other Age UK Northamptonshire services, please call Kate Kingston on 01604 611200.

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How well do you know your County?

CAN YOU IDENTIFY THESE PARKS / LOCATIONS IN NORTHAMPTONSHIRE & WHICH TWO WERE TAKEN IN THE SAME LOCATION?

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Photos and article by Tony Allen, Vice-Chairman, Northants 50+ Network ANSWERS 1. Brixworth Country Park 2. Cottesbrooke Hall 3. Coton Manor 4. Stanwick Lakes 5. Abington Park, Northampton 6. Coton Manor 7. Wickstead Park, Kettering 8. Beckets Park, Northampton

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Is sight loss making life difficult for you?

Charity no. 201240

Why not use our countywide Enable Service which can help with friendly advice, information, practical assistance and equipment to reduce the impact of visual impairment - for you, and your family or carers.

Get in touch with us today to arrange a home visit Helpline:01604 719193 • Email:helpline@nab.org.uk www.nab.org.uk

Open every Tuesday, Thursday & Friday The Enable Service - confidential, free and 10am-1pm there for you when you need it.

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Please take a moment to think about leaving the gift of a lifetime to your LOCAL Sight Loss Charity Help us to ensure our services are here to help the next generation of blind and partially sighted people

Use our Free Will Service - Call 01604 719193 In partnership with Tollers Solicitors we offer a Free Will Service giving you the opportunity to have a Will written free of charge or have an existing Will amended. Visit www.nab.org.uk

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Useful Telephone Numbers Northants 50+ Network Secretary: Susan 01604 812144 Events Secretary: Sandra 01604 718098 Hospitals Age UK Northamptonshire PALS (Patient Advice and Liaison Service) Reception: 01604 611200 - Northampton: 01604 545784 Service Advice: 0845 677 2220 - Kettering: 01536 493305 Lifetime Courses: 01604 629595

Northampton Admissions: 01604 545475 Associations

“ Reception: 01604 634700 RNIB (Blind): 0303 123 9999 “ A&E: 01604 545601 NAB (Blind): 01604 719193 Kettering Admissions: 01536 492000 RNID (Deaf): 0808 808 0123 Isebrook Reception: 01933 440099 The Stroke Association: 01604 687727 “ Admissions: 01933 492350 MIND (Mental Health): 01604 230748

Pensions/Benefits Care & Repair Pension Service: 0845 606 0265 Corby: 01536 447960 Various Daventry: 0137 302322 British Red Cross: 01604 678500 Kettering: 01536 406590 (Dial a wheelchair service) Northampton: 01604 782250 Citizens Advice Bureau: 0844 855 2122 Community Transport Schemes Victim Support: 01604 603477 NDDS(Northampton): 01604 583553 Northampton Volunteer Centre: Shopmobility Northampton: 01604 233714 01604 637522 Shopmobility Wellingborough: 01933 228844 South Northants Volunteer Bureau: TADD (Towcester & Daventry): 01327 358264 01327 810300 County Council Services: 0300 126 1000 Gayton and Tiffield: 01327 353352 Customer Services Lilbourne: 01788 860742 Adult Care Team: Including Rushton: 01536 418047 Meals on Wheels Serve Rushden 01933 315555 Blue Badge Scheme Shire Community Services: 01933 223636 Care Services Volunteer Action Oundle 01832 275433 Adult Learning Dementia Care Safeguarding issues Helpline: 0845 3000 336 Daventry: 0777 336 4580 Kettering/Corby: 0771 748 5045 CCTV Northampton: 0788 411 8944 Northampton Wellingborough: 0788 411 8693

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Emergencies Gas: 0800 111 999 Electricity: 0800 056 8090 Police: 03000 111 222 Water: 08457 145145

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