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Issue 12 May - July 2016

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Message from the Chairman Well here we are, at the end of another year. The Annual General Meeting is due to be held at our usual venue in St Giles Church Hall, Northampton. We are aware that this is not a popular event, it is however mandatory for us to hold it. The time and date is as follows: 2.00 pm on the 20th of June.

In order to make the event more attractive we have engaged a pair of entertainers who perform under the name of “Zing”. They provide a repertoire of songs, anecdotes and jokes from the 60’s. They will entertain us for about an hour after the short meeting ends. They have come highly recommended, as performers for the older generation. We will also provide tea/coffee and cakes free of charge. I hope to see you there.

As a reader of this magazine I have used the services of a number of the advertisers. So far I have been very pleased with both the service and the prices charged. I hope that this will persuade more readers to consider using the services offered.

The network continues to try and increase the opportunities for members to enjoy socialising with their fellow members. To this end we have begun another coffee morning. The first took place on Wednesday 16th March in Gallones Ice Cream Parlour on Abington Street. Trish Eames organised it along with an interesting quiz with a prize for the winner. As I write this, I know that another will happen on March 20th, but I don’t have a date for May. It will be posted on the internet when decided.

The proprietors were glad to see us and very welcoming. I hope that will continue to the benefit of both parties. Personally I’m looking forward to some nice ice cream in the summer months.

Ray 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 Vice Chairman/ Northampton Events Secretary: Sandra Frampton. Tel: 01604 718098 Wellingborough Events Secretary: Sally Mackrell. Tel: 01933 385313 Email: events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk Secretary: Position Vacant Email: northants50plus@gmail.com

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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: East Northants Ringstead Cinema Ringstead Village Social Club, High Street, NN14 4DA Disabled access from the club car park. Doors open at 7.30pm, film starts 7.45pm. Bar available. Ice creams for sale during the intermission. Tickets £5 - Contact 01933 460373 for details.

Now in its fifth year, Ringstead Cinema continues to be popular and in May 2015, celebrated having had 1000 people attend its film shows. The new programme is: Friday 6th May Woman in Gold 12A Helen Mirren stars in the true story of Maria Altmann’s struggle against the Austrian authorities as she tries to retrieve the portrait of her aunt seized by the Nazis.

Friday 3rd June A Walk in the Woods 15 After many years of living in England author and walker Bill Bryson returns to America and sets out on the Appalachian Trail to reconnect with the country of his birth. A humorous, true account starring Robert Redford and Nick Nolte.

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Corby Tennis Centre Jimmy Kane Way, Rockingham Road, Corby NN17 2FB Short Tennis: Low impact for over 50’s. A coach led, sociable game of short tennis with sponge balls and soft raquets on a mini size court. £1 per week, running for 5 weeks, ideal for complete beginners Tennis Xpress: for complete beginners, learn how to serve, rally and score. Group coaching and all equipment provided. £2 per week for 5 weeks. www.corbytenniscentre.co.uk - 01536 407851 - bookings@corbytenniscentre.co.uk

No Strings Attached in Corby Lodge Park Sports Centre, 134-148 Shetland Way, Corby NN17 2SG Badminton every Saturday Morning.

9.00am - 10.00am which is a Ladies Only session (Aged 15 years old +); 10.00am - 11.00am All Welcome (Aged 15 years old +). £3.50 per person, with the first session you attend being FREE. No fuss, just fun – pay & play low cost local badminton. Social court time for fun, friends and fitness. All equipment provided.

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What’s on: Wellingborough Coffee Mornings & Afternoon Teas The move to The Castle has been hailed as a great success. Attendees have gone up and people are more willing to meet, sit and talk with other members. We tend to have the balcony to ourselves, and staff at The Castle Theatre Café are very helpful.

So if you know anyone who would like to come do bring them along. Any of our social events are always open to new members, they will be made most welcome.

Monday 2nd May: Coffee Morning 10.30 am onwards Wednesday 25th May: Afternoon Tea 1.30 pm onwards Monday 6th June: Coffee Morning 10.30 am onwards Wednesday 15th June: Afternoon Tea 1.30 pm onwards Monday 4th July: Coffee Morning 10.30 am onwards Wednesday 13th July: Afternoon Tea 1.30 pm onwards

United Reformed Church Wellingborough Women’s Guild If you have your Wednesday afternoons free, why not join us in Fellowship and a cup of tea? We start the meeting at half-past-two and we would be pleased to welcome you.

PROGRAMME FOR MAY TO AUGUST 2016 MAY 4th: Rev. Christine Ostler MAY 11th: Tom Richardson/Catherine Inglis - SatCol Recycling MAY 18th: Tea & Discussion - Noah’s Ark MAY 25th: Spring Outing - Emmaus Village, Carlton ***Times to be arranged JUNE 1st: Tina Tipler - Holistic Therapist JUNE 8th: Members contributions JUNE 15th: Louise Tuffin - Northants Wildlife Trust: Irthlingborough Lakes & surrounding areas JUNE 22nd: Majors Richard and Pauline Cook, Salvation Army JUNE 29th: Eric Nixon What’s in a name JULY 6th: Rev. W Lynwode JULY 13th: Laura Mitchell, Crime Prevention Officer Northants Police JULY 20th: U3A Singers JULY 27th: Summer Outing – Billing Garden Centre *** *** Community transport will be available – free with Bus Pass. If no Bus Pass, then there will be a charge.

The Guild commences at 2.30p.m in the Parlour at Salem Lane. It lasts for approximately an hour-and-a-half and finishes with tea and biscuits. There is no joining fee. We just take a small offertory at each meeting. You will be given a warm welcome. It would be great to have new members – bring a friend too!

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What’s on: Wellingborough The Wellibus Wellibus covers Wellingborough and the surrounding villages. It is a door to door service that takes people shopping, to visit friends and family and also on day trips. It can also be hired for small parties for dedicated trips. For further information please contact Rosemarie or Alan on 01933 223636.

Wellingborough Civic Society a friendly society - a concerned society - an active society A group that meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month. May and June then not till September through to April. Starts 7.30 at Wellingborough Museum.

Email: wellingboroughcivicsociety@hotmail.co.uk and check the website: www.wellingboroughcivicsociety.org.uk

Great Companions: Over 55 Social Club for Singles Every first Tuesday of the month at 7.00pm at Rushden Town Bowls Club, 144 Northampton Road, Rushden, NN10 9AN If you are over 55, single, like to enjoy yourself and have fun and want to meet new friends then come and join us at Great Companions. We meet every first Tuesday of the month at 7.00pm at Rushden Town Bowls Club to chat and arrange outings for meals, the theatre, coffee mornings, games nights and lots more. If you are interested phone Pat on 07931 964360 or Diane on 07766 074760.

What is Glamis Hall?

Glamis Hall is a community centre on the Queensway Estate in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. It consists of a large sports hall with kitchen and servery, community room, changing rooms and a wellbeing centre. Please visit our website: www.glamishall.org.uk Or call 01933 677326 We have a hall available for hire which is able to seat 150 at tables. Price £22 an hour.

Rorberto Zumba Gold 50+ Classes Find Sally and friends with Rorberto every Thursday at the Glamis Hall in Goldsmith Road, Wellingborough NN8 3RU. 10am – 11am. Only £3.50 plus Tea & Biscuits Rorberto 07766 640831 Email: rdcfitness60@btinternet.com

Walks Planned So far Wednesday May 11th: Irchester Country Park. Meet in the car park at 10.30.

Monday 13th: June Harold Country Park. Meet in car park 10.30.

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Wednesday May18th 2016: Black Country Museum Entry & Guided Tour Over 60’s £24.00 per person I have to pay for tickets in advance so please pay in full at time of booking THANKS Picking up from: o Orbit Rushden 8.15am o Castle Way, Wellingborough 8.30am n Depart TBApm

Sunday June 5th 2016: Coach to Ludlow £14.00 Picking up from: o Orbit Rushden 7.30am o Castle Way, Wellingborough 7.45am n Depart Ludlow 4.30pm

Thursday 23rd June: Coach to Sheringham + Wells-next-the-sea £13.50 Picking up from: o Orbit Rushden 7.45am o Castle Way, Wellingborough 8.00am n Depart Sheringham 4.00pm n Depart Wells-next-the-sea 4.30 pm

Wednesday 20th July: Coach to Ball Colegrave Summer Showcase £13.00 This is definitely one for the gardeners!!

Picking up from: o Orbit Rushden 2.15pm o Castle Way, Wellingborough 2.30pm n Depart Colegrave 7.30 pm approx.

Friday 29th July 2016: Coach to Ipswich £14.50 Picking up from: o Castle Way, Wellingborough 8.15am o Orbit Rushden 8.30am n Depart Ipswich 4.30 pm More trips on page 17 . . . .

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What’s on: Wellingborough Coach Trips - continued Wednesday 24th August 2016: Buckingham Palace with Cruise and afternoon Tea on the River Thames £65.00 Tuesday 20th September: Coach to the Trentham Estate in Stoke-on-Trent £14.25. Entry to the garden will be an extra £9.

Picking up from: o Orbit Rushden 7.45am o Castle Way, Wellingborough 8.00am n Depart Trentham 4.30 pm

Friday 21st October 2016: Mystery Trip Monday 14th November 2016: The Cenotaph on Whitehall / Westminster £13.50 Picking up from: o Orbit Rushden 8.00am o Castle Way, Wellingborough 8.15am n Depart London 4.00 pm

Barn Dances in Irchester Saturday May 7th, June 4th and July 2nd To be held at Parsons Hall, High Street, Irchester Doors open at 8pm till 10.30pm. Jane Edmett will be the caller. Tea and coffee is included.

Contact Jane on 01933 401349 or Julie on 01536 726858.

Sad to say July 2nd will be the last one. Jane would like to thank all that have come along and supported her over the years.

All Hallows Church Coffee Shop All Hallows Church Hall, Market Square, Wellingborough. Visit our Coffee Shop. Open 9.30am – 12.00 Noon on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays Tea 60p Coffee 70p Filter Coffee 80p Hot Chocolate 80p Squash 20p Bric – a – Brac and a good selection of up to date Books on sale. Sally got 3 for £1 If you need further information about any of the Wellingborough events please email: sally53@ntlworld.com or events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk Or telephone Sally on 07710 292 893 or John on 07914 629 220

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What’s on: Northampton Our itinerary includes:

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Tuesday 14th June 2016: Coach trip to Mablethorpe £14.50 Mablethorpe, a great seaside town on the Lincolnshire Coast. The sandy beaches have once again been awarded with a blue flag. With more than four miles of unbroken coast line, Mablethorpe and Sutton on Sea offer something for everyone. Buckets and spades at the ready! Good weather ordered and ample opportunity to indulge in Fish and chips as well as ice cream.

Picking up from: o Victoria Street Coach stop 8.00 am o Morrisons Kettering Road 8.10 am (FREE Parking - far car park please) o Christchurch Road (Abington Park end ) 8.20 am n Depart Mablethorpe 4.30 pm Tuesday 28th June 2016: Coach trip to Shrewsbury £14.50 The real beauty of a trip to Shrewsbury (aside from the historical buildings and stunning setting) is its adaptability. You can do as much, or as little, as you want.

Picking up from: o Morrisons Kettering Road 8.00 am (FREE Parking - far car park please) o Victoria Street Coach stop 8.10 am o Christchurch Rd (Abington Park end) 8.20 n Depart Shrewsbury 4.30 pm

Monday 18th July 2016: Coach trip to Lincoln £13.50

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Lincoln Cathedral is one of England’s finest Cathedrals. A 900 year old Castle, Boat tours on the Brayford Belle, Museums and Art Gallery plus lots of shops. Plenty of places for refreshments, we shall be spoilt for choice.

Picking up in Northampton from: o Morrisons Kettering Rd 8.15am (FREE Parking - far car park please) o Victoria Street Coach stop 8.25 am o Christchurch Road (Abington Park end) 8.35am n Depart Lincoln 4.30pm.

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What’s on: Northampton Coach Trips Friday 5th August 2016: Coach trip to Crich Tramway Museum £22.50 Price includes entrance fee.

With its authentic village setting, the cobbled streets, overhead wires and gentle rumble of passing trams transports visitors back in time. Red Lion Pub, Rita’s tearoom, Barnetts sweet shop, exhibitions, gift shop and more.

Your admission includes unlimited tram rides and admission to the exhibitions.

Three acres of woodland to explore with picnic areas and the enchanting woodland walk and sculpture trail.

Picking up in Northampton from: o Morrisons Kettering Road Bus Stop 8.15am (FREE Parking - far car park please) o Christchurch Road (Abington Park end) 8.25am o Victoria Street Coach stop 8.35 am n Depart Crich 4.30pm.

Wednesday 17th August 2016: Coach trip to Buxton £13.00 Saturday 24th September 2016: Coach trip to Anglesey Abbey £11.50 Tour of house and garden FREE to National Trust members otherwise price to be advised.

COACH TRIP INFORMATION: Mobile number for use on the day in case of delay etc.,

Call Sandra on 07964 532213 Remember you can book and pay online. Otherwise payment as usual. 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. If you have Sandra’s home address, please post there.

Staff at St Giles receive the post for the Network and are unable to accept cash or answer enquiries.

Please check availability if not booking online with Sandra on 01604 718098. Payment would be appreciated at least six weeks before departure date or as soon as possible if the deadline has passed.

CASES OF EMERGENCY: when booking these trips it is assumed that you keep the name and contact details of the person to contact in your purse or wallet. Alternatively enter ICE and contact number in your mobile phone. To save money, tickets will not be issued. Sometimes departure times will need to be changed so if in doubt please check with the organiser a few days before date of trip.

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What’s on: Northampton Rock ‘n’ Roll Tea Dance Every Thursday 1pm-4pm at the Picturedrome Kettering Road Northampton This is a very enjoyable and popular weekly event. There is now an annual membership fee of £3.00 per year. 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.

Kingsley 50+ Group We meet last Friday of the month at Heathers Café, 86 Kingsley Park Terrace, Kettering Road Meet for a chat, tea and maybe some of Heathers delicious cakes. 2pm till 4pm. All welcome. It is the 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 are welcome.

Exercise with Nancy Morse Weekly on Fridays Eden Close Community Room, just off Kettering Road Start time is 10.30 am till 12.15pm. A one hour exercise session between 10.45 & 11.45, then tea and a chat. We have a great time and the tutor is delightful. Ring Sandra to check availability on: 01604 718098 or email events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk

Sunday Stroll Meet on the 2nd Sunday of each month ** PLEASE NOTE REVISED TIME ** Meet in Morrison’s foyer Kettering Road at 10.30 a.m. for a stroll to a local park for morning coffee. Return to Morrisons for lunch in Morrisons Café around 12 noon. If you would like to join us just for lunch, you are welcome to do so. For more information call: Barbara Hughes 01604 452566. A warm welcome guaranteed.

Indoor Bowls We would like to welcome anyone who would like to play indoor bowls.

Complete beginners or those with some experience of playing indoors or outside could enjoy the company of a small friendly group of players of mixed ability.

We play on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 pm and there is also a group that plays on a Thursday morning from 10am -12 noon.

Come and try us out, we have plenty of fun as we try to make these bowls go where we want! We meet at Abington Community Centre, Wheatfield Road, Northampton NN3 2HH Please contact 07711 340725 for more information.

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Emily was keen to show me their range of ‘Pinks’ they have grown for the first time, wow, what a delightful aroma they have.

It’s not just all about Geraniums!

Cramden Nursery is a little gem of a family business. It was set up over 50 years ago by John Mitchell. Today the nursery is run by his daughter Emily and her partner Nic. “It’s not just all about Geraniums” explains Emily, “here at Cramden Nursery we have an ever increasing range of plants that give summer colour”.

She is not wrong, on my last visit to the nursery I discovered their range of mixed coloured pots of ‘Million Bells’ and Verbena. What bright, beautiful colours they were.

The brightly coloured Dahlias caught my eye with their showy single blooms and contrasting dark leaves. There was also a good stock of lovely large Lavenders on the benches, which the bees were busy enjoying.

Before I left, I just had to pick up one of their lovely Penstemons. The variety ‘Cha -Cha Pink’ gets my vote.

The friendly nursery staff are always on hand to help you, even if it is just a matter of colour coordination.

All their plants are home grown and healthy. There is plenty of parking on the nursery.

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What’s on: Northampton Northants 50+ Book Club We meet at O’Neill’s bar in the Drapery, Northampton at 10.30a.m. on the second Tuesday each month.

Leader Trish Eames. Tel: 01604 454129 or email: trisheames@ntlworld.com We are a friendly group of about a dozen people who meet on the second Tuesday of every month in O’Neills Bar in The Drapery at 10.30 am for about an hour, and then many of us stay on for lunch and a chat.

10th May The House of Hidden Mothers by Meera Syal 14th June The Memory Book by Rowan Coleman 12th July The Children Act by Ian McEwan

Coffee Mornings We meet at THE MOON ON THE SQUARE on the corner of The Market Square at 10.30 on Mondays. If closed, we meet in O’Neills.

Dates are: 2nd May, 6th June, 4th July & 1st August.

There is a second Coffee morning and Quiz (WITH A CASH PRIZE) on the third Wednesday morning of the month at GALLONES Ice Cream Parlour in Abington Street, Northampton from 10am till 12 noon.

Dates are 18th May, 15th June & 20th July.

NEW - Sunday Lunch Are you on your own on a Sunday or just want to do something different?

Albert J Ramsbottom, 95 Abington Street do Sunday lunch Roast beef or pork £5.50 Lamb £6.50 (this does not include tea or coffee- cost £1.50).

Real value for money. The usual menu is on offer too.

Group lunch at Ramsbottoms LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH.

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What’s on: Northampton Scrabble with Trish Eames We meet 4 times a month in Kingsthorpe Meet on the 1st Monday afternoon for 1.30 start, 2nd Wednesday evening for 7.30 start, 3rd Thursday evening for 7.30 start and on the last Tuesday afternoon for 1.30 start. DATES: May 2nd,11th, 19th & 24th; June 6th,15th, 23rd, 28th; July 4th,13th, 21st & 26th.

Contact group leader, Trish Eames on 01604 454129 Mobile: 07905 487766 email: trisheames@ntlworld.com

Saturday Walk every month Emberton Park. Meet at The Bull Olney - 11am Saturday 21st May Delapre. Meet at the Gates - 11am June 18th The Washlands. Meet at The Lakeside Public House Car Park, Bedford Road (opposite the Brackmills Industrial Estate) - 16th July Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for your own safety For more info call Sandra: 01604 718098 or email: events@northantsfiftyplus.co.uk

Weekly Health Walk Every Tuesday at 10.30 a.m.

Leaving from Morrisons (Kettering Road) Foyer for approximately a 1 hour walk. We usually choose either Bradlaugh Fields, Eastfield Park or Abington Park. Refreshments available in Morrisons Café. For more information call: Barbara on 01604 452566.

Keep Fit & Coffee Morning Every Monday & friday at 10.00 a.m til Noon. at Weston Favell Parish Hall, Booth Lane South, Northampton NN3 3NS. Come and join us to keep fit and meet new people. We are a fun filled, friendly group that meet twice a week at Weston Favell Parish Hall for 45 minutes of exercise followed by a cuppa and natter. Come to one or both classes. We also organise a monthly walk and social outings. £5 per class. For further details please contact: Cat Byrne Instructor on 07932 567273.

New format 50+ Annual AGM JUNE 20th at 2pm. Venue: St Giles Church Hall, Northampton.

In past years the AGM has not been well attended. This year there will be some entertainment - more details on page 3. FREE tea/coffee and cakes will also be available. All are welcome.

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What’s on: Northampton St Albans Activity Seekers St Alban The Martyr Church, Broadmead Avenue, Northampton Every Wednesday 10 am -12 noon. One hours exercise (once a month chair yoga with Liz) then refreshments followed by various activities.

Pay as you go £3.00 weekly.

Contact Joan Crockford 01604 408312.

The Easybreathers We meet at 1pm until 3pm every Third Wednesday of the Month at the Working Men’s Club & Institute, 56a-56b Sheep Street Northampton NN1 2LZ We are a self-help and support group of people with C.O.P.D. and get together to interact socially with members of the community that have this condition. We have various speakers as well as Bingo and quizzes with the occasional outings and a Christmas Lunch. So don’t feel helpless, isolated or inadequate as we are here to give you support and understanding and share information to make your life easier.

For more details please contact Sue Stacey (secretary) on 01604 710915 www.easybreathersnorthampton.com

Pensioners Voice We meet on every Second Monday of the Month Abington Community Centre, off Briton Road, or Birchfield Road East A variety of speakers on subjects of interest to older people and a social programme. We speak to MPs and others about our concerns to try and make a difference to the lives of older people. For further information telephone Hazel Tuttle 01604 315619 or come to one of the meetings. Subscription £10.00 per annum.

Far Cotton Go Getters Club Delapre Community Centre, Alton Street, Far Cotton NN4 8EN Every Thursday. Keep fit for an hour then a speaker. £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 call: 01604 469785

Age Uk Inspire & Include Programe As part of our dementia awareness programme Age UK Northamptonshire is working with Northamptonshire Sport to promote sporting activities such as Bowls, Boccia and Kurling for people living with dementia and for disabled people. Statistics show that dementia is one of the biggest health crises facing the UK and is predicted to continue to rise in the future. Our programme of Inspire and Include is an exciting opportunity to encourage these groups to socialise and enjoy a more active and fulfilling life.

For details please call Kate Kingston on 01604 611200.

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Northamptonshire County Council has launched an urgent appeal to find people who could make a difference to a child by becoming a foster carer after the number of children in care has reached a record high.

There are almost 1,000 children in care in Northamptonshire, and with almost half of these being aged between 13 and 18 years, the focus is on finding loving, stable foster homes for this age group.

Kev, who has been fostering for 12 years said: “Looking after teenagers is a challenge, but so rewarding. Seeing a child you’ve cared for go on to achieve their goals and knowing you’ve

“The recognition you get from them later on in life is so rewarding, and you know when you foster a teenager they will always remember you and the support you gave them. Foster carers make a difference and really do change lives – there are so many great reasons to be a foster carer!”

There are many different types of fostering, including short term, permanent, emergency foster care, remand foster care, providing homes for siblings or even short breaks for parents of children with disabilities. We will work with you to find the type of foster care that best suits you, your family and your circumstances.

We provide a full training package to get you ready for the role, and there is support every step of the way. Foster carers also receive a competitive weekly payment which is higher than the government recommended rates.

Visit www.fosterme.co.uk to find out more and make an enquiry, or call 0300 126 1009.

You’ve got so much to give... ...and so does he As a foster carer with us you’ll: • Make a real difference to a child’s life • Be part of our team • Get a full training package and plenty of support • Have a great support network • Receive financial support

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Across the County FREE Event at Towcester Racecourse London Road, Towcester, Northamptonshire NN12 6LB Tuesday 10th May 2016 10am - 3pm South Northants Volunteer Bureau (SNVB), South Northamptonshire Council (SNC) Daventry District Council (DDC) and Daventry Volunteer Centre (DVC) are joining forces so that you can meet a selection of local and national funders Tel: 01327 358264 Case Study Presentation: How one local group raised nearly £20,000 for their community project Workshops (bookable on the day) include: Northamptonshire Community Foundation, London Marathon Charitable Trust, SNC/ DDC - (Community Grant programmes and new Community Infrastructure Levy for Parish Councils and community groups), snvb/DVC – Tips on writing grant applications Funding information stalls including: Heritage Lottery Fund, London Marathon Charitable Trust, Charity Bank, Historic Churches Support (Diocese of Peterborough), Northamptonshire Community Foundation, Northamptonshire Sport (including information on Sport England grants), South Northants Homes, Midcounties Co-operative and many more. www.snvb.org.uk www.daventryvolunteers.org.uk

5k Race Series Returns to Northamptonshire Northamptonshire Sport are calling for volunteers to be a part of the 2016 Northants 5k Race Series. Now in its 5th year, the series has become embedded in the county’s annual running calendar. The 2016 series will include four races across four very different venues, on different terrains.

Sunday 22 May 2016 - Irchester Country Park at 10.30am Friday 3 June 2016 - Wellingborough at 7.30pm Friday 24 June 2016 - Salcey Forest at 7.30pm All four courses are 5km and are suitable for people of all running abilities aged 11 years and over (please note: 11 and 12 year olds must be accompanied by an adult entrant).

Volunteers will carry out one or two of the following duties; event set up (eg: signage etc), marshalling around the course, registration, handing out medals and water to finishers, event close down. All volunteers will be briefed by the Event Coordinator one hour before the start time of each event.

Each volunteer will receive a free race entry for a friend/family member to be used at that event. If you would like to take up this offer, please email: wheckford@northamptonshire.gov.uk or call 01604 366122 with the names of the volunteer and free race entrant.

Alternatively if you would like to run in the event, you can book your place by visiting our website at: www.northantsnet2012series.org.uk/.

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Across the County Country Park Rambles International Dawn Chorus Day on the Brampton Valley Way Sunday 1st May at 5.15am – 7.15am.

Be up before the birds and take a walk on the Brampton Valley Way listening to the glorious sound of the dawn chorus. £3 per person. Telephone 0300 126 5932 or email Brixworth@firstforwellbeing.co.uk to book a place & find out starting point.

Wildflower Walk at Sywell Country Park Thursday 9th June at 10.00am – 12.00 midday.

A guided walk around Sywell Country Park looking at wildflowers. This is a free event, donations welcome. To book a place please email: sywell@firstforwellbeing.co.uk or telephone: 0300 126 5935.

Ranger Ramble at Brixworth Country Park Saturday 18th June 9.00pm -11.00pm.

“Evening Secrets” with the guidance of a countryside ranger, take a walk around the park at night to see what you can see and hear of our nocturnal wildlife. Bring torches and warm clothing. Hot drinks available afterwards. £3 per person. To book a place e mail Brixworth@firstforwellbeing.co.uk or telephone 0300 126 5932.

Ace Showtimers Started around 12 years ago at the request of Age Concern as it was known then and they entertained at various Day Centres etc. where they did their activities. They are an experienced group of dancers, singers, keyboard players, and a comedian/magician.

Their audiences are from aged 50 upwards.

Over the years they have visited many care homes in the county as well as W.I’s and local groups. They do not charge for their performances but do request a small donation towards their expenses.

The contact numbers for bookings or for further information are: Diane Mitchell: 01604 711977 & Jean Kingdon: 01604 478159.

Harpur’s Talk near Oundle Saturday 21 May - 7.00 for 7.30pm. Talk by ‘Harpur’s Jewellers’ of Oundle Nigel will talk about the history of the family jewellery and antique business, his years as a drummer in a band and being a qualified jeweller making exquisite bespoke pieces.

Cotterstock Village Hall, PE8 5HD. To raise money for St Andrew’s Church, Cotterstock.

Tickets £8 available from Harpur’s, 5A West Street, Oundle Tel: 01832 274050.

Country Flowers & Bygones Weekend near Oundle Saturday and Sunday 18th & 19th June Farming and Kitchen Bygones and beautiful displays of country flowers will be on display in St Andrew’s Church Cotterstock, PE8 5HH from 11.00am until 5.00pm. Teas, scones and homemade cakes will be served to raise money for St Andrew’s Church. There will be a display of ‘flowerpot men’ throughout the village too.

Further details from 01832 205327.

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Across the County Northants Family History Society It is our 40th anniversary this year and therefore it’s probably a good time to raise our profile and remind people we are still here.

Membership of the society costs £12 per year, for which you get a copy of the quarterly magazine “Footprints” for a year (i.e 4 issues), an emailed monthly newsletter and entrance to meetings/talks which take place every month (except August) at 4 venues across the county. These are at Northampton, Rushden, Kettering and Oundle.

We also hold free “surgeries” on the first Saturday of every month at the Northampton Records Office at Wootton Park Northampton to assist new researchers or those stuck at a “brickwall” in their family history.

To list all our activities and resources would make this a trial to read and it is perhaps better to refer people to the website at www.northants-fhs.org which also lists our forthcoming meetings/talks to which non-members are welcome for a donation of £2.

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Kettering Ladies Bridge Club Wednesday.1.30pm until 4.30pm. All abilities welcome.

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Kettering Bridge Club Warm welcome to all comers. For times and more information: ketteringbridge@btconnect.com Telephone: 01536 513265 Venue for both clubs at corner of Grange Road and Field Street, Kettering.

Stay Young & Active with Aspirations Wellbeing If you’re looking for local activities then Aspirations Wellbeing, the leisure organisation which manages the Pemberton Centre and Splash Leisure Pool (both in Rushden) and the Nene Centre (in Thrapston), has a great selection for you to choose from.

As well as being the home of many outside organised clubs aimed at people aged 50 or over, the Pemberton Centre hosts the weekly 50+ club on Thursday afternoons 1pm3pm (closed during August). These include regular Tea Dances and U3A meetings.

The Nene Centre has a sports massage therapist on site and the Pemberton Centre has an osteopath, so why not treat yourself to a massage!

To find out more about our activites: The Nene Centre, Cedar Drive, Thrapston, NN14 4JY. Telephone 01832 734090 The Pemberton Centre, H E Bates Way, Rushden, NN10 9YP (NN10 9RU for sat nav).

Telephone 01933 350324 Splash Leisure Pool, Station Road, Rushden, NN10 9SJ. Telephone 01933 410505 For any further information please contact Jackie Ackroyd on 01933 352981 or email :jackie.ackroyd@aspirationswellbeing.org.uk

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Across the County Adult Learning Courses Summer 2016 What will you choose?

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Disability Sports Volunteering Project - out to make an IMPACT Northamptonshire Sport is calling on volunteers to be part of a new project that will provide them with free training and increase the number of disabled people volunteering in Northamptonshire.

IMPACT, which is a one year project, will see 40 clubs and organisations across the East Midlands region receive free training to help create a welcoming environment for volunteers with the overall aim to increase the number of disabled volunteers.

Northamptonshire Sport are currently recruiting for volunteers to be a part of ‘Inclusive Volunteer Month’ throughout June. Within the month, Northamptonshire Sport will work with local voluntary services and other partners to encourage disabled people to sign up to IMPACT, receive the appropriate training, and start their journey as a sports volunteer.

Russell Lewis, Social Inclusion and Disability Officer at Northampton Town Football in the Community and Northampton Town Multi Disabled Club said “We have 14 disabled volunteers who help with the disability programme on a weekly basis - they are all fantastic. With a little bit support and encouragement it is amazing to see what they can do and how they progress over time. Volunteering in sport is great for increasing social skills and self confidence.”

IMPACT will specifically target the population of each county that are registered as disabled and/or living with a limiting illness, which includes a visual or hearing impairment.

Sport Development Officer for Northamptonshire Sport, Will Heckford, said: “It is important to reflect the broad spectrum of people that we are aiming to recruit by providing a varied training programme. Clubs and their volunteers will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills and knowledge on how to effectively engage with disabled people who are getting involved in their club in a voluntary capacity. IMPACT will also help raise the profile of volunteering and in particular inclusive volunteering across the region”.

IMPACT will provide a better understanding as to whether having more disabled volunteers supporting a club helps increase disability participation, a key target of Sport England who are the funders of this project. Lincolnshire Sport, Derbyshire Sport and Sport Nottinghamshire will all be working alongside Northamptonshire to get more disabled people volunteering across the region.

For more information on the project please contact: WHeckford@northamptonshire.gov.uk Tel: 01604 366122

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Across the County Age UK Northamptonshire Courses & Activities Expand your skills, make friends and have fun Computer and iPad/Tablets classes (basic and improvers): Age UK – Northampton.

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

Tuesdays. 10.00am – 12.00noon. Come along and enjoy a morning of fun and stimulation at our friendly (non-competitive) club. Cost: £3.00 pay as you go.

Tai Chi - Kingsthorpe. Tuesdays 11.30am – 12.30pm. An excellent exercise to develop strength, balance and flexibility. Cost: £28.00 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.

Photography Club: Age UK – Northampton. Last Wednesday of every month.

10.00am – 12.00 noon. £3.00 pay as you go.

Harpole Get Set Go – Harpole. Every fortnight on a Wednesday.

10.00am – 12.00 noon.

A lively programme of exercise and activities, led by professional tutors.

Cost: £2.00 pay as you go.

Art Club: Age UK – Northampton. Thursdays 10.am – 12.00 noon.

Beginners welcome. Cost: £4.50 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 – Age UK – Northampton. 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 £50.00 for a ten-week term.

Aquafit: The Mounts 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 £3.00 pay as you go.

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