Perton Pages by Kay Garrison

October 2013

Perton Pages

YOUR LOCAL GUIDE - BUSINESSES, OFFERS, INFO & NEWS DIRECTORY LISTING OF LOCAL & PERTON BASED BUSINESSES INSIDE OCT 13 EDITION Accounta nts & Bookkeepi ng Bl i nds Bui l di ng & Cons tructi on Ca fe , Pubs ,Res ta ura nts ,Ta kea wa y Ca kes Ca re a t Home Ca rpet a nd Fl oori ng Ca rs , Ma i ntena nce & Va l eti ng Chi l dca re Cl ea ni ng Computers a nd Repa i r Cycl es Da nce Cl a s s es Dog Wa l ki ng Dome s ti c Appl i a nces & Re pa i r Dri vi ng School s El ectri ca l Ins ta l l a ti ons El ectri ci a ns

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Offi ce Sui tes to Let Opti ci a ns Oven Cl e a ni ng Pa i nter & Decora tor Pet Groomi ng Pi l a te s Pl a s te rer Pl umbi ng a nd He a ti ng Pri va te Tui ti on Roofi ng Sl i mmi ng Ta xi Thea tre Arts School Toys hop Tree Surgeons Veti na ry Group Wi ndows Wi ndow Cl ea ner

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SAMARITAN'S CHRISTMAS SHOEBOXES - P3 PERTON'S CHRISTMAS FAIR - P4 HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES @ THE WROTTESLEY - P7 CHARITY DOG WALK - P13 MEMORY TREE TO RAISE MONEY FOR CHARITY - P18

Green Oaks Gardening & Maintenance Contact Richard Hammonds No job too small! Mobile: 07730 260358 Home: 01902 840674 richie.hammonds@hotmail.co.uk

Lakeside Medical Centre in Perton are collecting Christmas Shoeboxes for the Samaritan's this year. If you would like to get involved all you have to do fill a shoebox full of goodies and drop it off at the surgery with a £3 donation (to get your box to its destination). For more information please drop by the surgery for a leaflet. You do not have to be patient to get involved we would like all the support we can get. www.operationchristmaschild.org.uk/what-to-pack

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Words of Wisdom from Rev Julia Cody “

I love our village! Yesterday I had a terrible experience... I lost our dog. Lois is an amazing 15 years’ old. I was walking her and Gwen, our other hound. Lois was plodding along, when I reached a bend, I turned to check she’d seen me... she wasn’t there. The next 45 minutes were awful as, with a confused Gwen, I searched lanes she might’ve taken, getting more worried. It was getting dark and, as Lois is deaf, calling was futile. I tried not to panic - what to do? My husband was in a meeting; I called one of our fab PCSOs, Ash, who, despite being off-duty offered to post on Perton Community Post; I called one of our wonderful churchwardens, and immediately she and her husband drove round looking; I called our fantastic neighbour asking her to keep an eye out in case Lois came home; a few minutes’ later I came upon that neighbour’s husband, who’d come to help. A text from Paul... Lois was safe! I called the number he texted and was soon reunited. Wonderful Charlotte had seen Lois ambling along, about to cross the main road, heading home. She stopped her and rang Paul’s number on her collar. What a fantastic community - PCSOs, friends, strangers - thank you all so much! I prayed, cried, and... had a drink! Jesus tells us to love our neighbours, using the story of the Good Samaritan to show that we’re all neighbours to everyone. I certainly experienced that neighbourly love. Let’s all love our neighbours however we can. I love our village!

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Perton's First Christmas Fair is Coming This November!

We're pleased to announce that this year Perton is hosting its first ever Christmas Fair in Anders Square on

Saturday 30th November

We're inviting local home-run businesses to sell their wares from 3-9pm, and laying on entertainment for all ages from 6 onwards. Santa will be coming to visit, and we've got lots of children's activities happening in the Library. Money raised will go towards buying Perton some much needed Christmas lights for next year, and to support local good causes. It's shaping up to be a really fun evening, so please do come and support us.

If you'd like to book a stall, please contact Clive Rathbone on 01902 742278 or email clive.rathbone@sky.com

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Perton Sandown First Open Morning Ofsted Outstanding: Dec 2011 Parents and children interested in Nursery/Reception applications are welcome to visit on Wednesday 6th November 10.00 - 11.30 am and are invited to stay for refreshments at Little Sandowners' Parent & Child play group

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Tel: 07976 152817 or 01902 753364 Email: sarah-2503@hotmail.co.uk Perton Parish Council: News Update October 2013 Perton Parishioners interested in local affairs and activities are advised to regularly check local notice boards around the area and, for full details the Parish Council website on www.pertonparishcouncil.gov.uk or call 01902-745971 th

Parish Council Meetings on Monday 14 October & Monday 11th November: Perton Civic Centre @ 7pm Neighbourhood Watch: Help to make Perton an even safer place to live: Join your local Neighbourhood Watch Scheme. Perton Outdoor Gym, Children's Playground & Multi Use Games Arena (MUGA): Following acts of vandalism to the above facilities Perton Parish Council will offer £100 REWARD for information that leads to a successful prosecution. 'Flicks in the Sticks' Movie Magic: Coming soon •

Quartet – Tuesday 22nd October @ 2pm

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Salmon Fishing in the Yemen – Tuesday 26th November @ 2pm

PERTON PARISH COUNCIL: SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

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Tips from Your Local PGA Pro At Perton Park Golf Club Many good players have very different looking golf swings, but they all have two things in common during their impact position: Good players retain wrist-cock through the impact zone, as well as maintain a strong solid base during the hitting area. These two areas of the golf swing set the good player apart from the high-handicapper. Strong solid base upon impact: To create power during a golf swing, golfers need to have a solid base as they strike the ball. In all sports, a solid base creates power. When a boxer throws a punch, it starts with the power in the lower body. As they start to punch, they step off their back foot and throw their weight into the direction of the punch. The legs are slightly bent, but there is tension within them, which helps keep the lower body in a powerful position. The same tension in the lower body should be maintained during the impact position in the golf swing. Currently we hear this concerning Tiger Woods upon his return from re constructive knee surgery. Before his recent surgery he could not maintain a sold base as he moved to his left side during impact. Golf analysts now describe his lower body action as much improved because of his solid leg action. Proper wrist-cock maintains lag, increases power: To create lag, the left wrist needs to be bowed upon impact allowing the hands to be slightly ahead of the ball upon impact. This causes a late hit, or "lag," which all good players use to create the power in their golf swings. High-handicapper golfers tend to do the opposite by releasing the hands early instead of having the hands ahead of the ball upon impact. They collapse the left wrist causing the club head to move past the hands before impact. This scooping action creates a tremendous loss of power resulting in loss of distance with the driver and miss-hits with the irons. To create a late hit, your hands need to arrive at impact before the club head. The best way to achieve this position is to practice hitting balls with a heavy club. The heavy "practice club" forces your hands to lead the club head through the hitting area. It also is a great way to build up your strength and swing speed, creating additional power. Try it. It works! Head down to the range, we are open until 9pm Weekday's www.pertongolfclub.co.uk

Jeremy Harrold, Perton Park Golf Club 01902 380073

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Dates for the Diary

Every Tuesday – Perton Walk & Talk – 10.30am @ Perton Library – Last for 30-45 mins - 01902 755794 Every Wednesday – Baby Bounce and Rhyme for Parents & Toddlers – 9.15 – 9.45 Perton Library - 01902 755794 First & Third Thursdays – Perton Work Club – 2.15pm-4.15pm - Help and advice on getting a job. Perton Library First & Third Thursdays – Perton Family Games Group – 5.00pm-6.30pm - Perton Library – 01902 755794 First Saturday – Monthly Wildlife Walk meets at the library at 2pm Sunday 13th October - 24th Pattingham Bells Run – 7 miles off-road multi-terrain race starting at 11am from the Village Hall Playing Fields Saturday 19th October – Perton Library's 4th Annual Science Fair – 10am – 3pm – contact Perton Library for details – 01902 755794 Saturday 26th October – Chad Singers at the Church at Perton – 7.30pm as a carnival fundraiser Wednesday 30th October – Saturday 2nd November – Goldthorn Theatre Company presents the Constant Wife – 01902 763089 Saturday 9th November – Codsall Craft Fair – Village Hall – 10am – 4pm Thursday 14th November – Black Country Evening at Corsers Court inc traditional food tasting – 7pm - £6 - contact Caroline on 01902 747197 Saturday 23rd November – Central Orchid Show at Perton Civic Centre 11am-4pm Saturday 30th November – Perton Christmas Fair - 3pm-9pm 28th-30th November & 5th -7th December – Codsall Dramatic Society presents Puss in Boots for tickets call 07792 784908 order online at www.codsalldramaticsociety.co.uk or in store at Knit & Stitch, Ian Rigby Jewellers and Learning Ladder

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A Word From Your MP As the nights draw in, the leaves on the trees begin to fall and summer becomes a distant memory. This is the period when many of us start to think about Christmas and the New Year, yet there is still at least one occasion, in the run up to these popular holidays, that I would urge everyone to keep in mind during the festive rush. In an MP’s calendar, one of the most important days is always Remembrance Sunday, when communities across South Staffordshire come together to pay our silent respects to those who gave so much so that we might enjoy our freedoms of today. This year, I will have the privilege of laying my wreath of remembrance at Codsall. When this is done, we will be just one year away from the centenary of the start of the First World War, a war that saw immense sacrifice from every town and village across the country. As part of this - and to try and help encourage a new generation of young people to remember and understand the sacrifices of those who tragically lost their lives in battle - I am urging all parish council members and local residents to consider applying to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for community projects to learn more about the First World War. HLF is making at least £1 million a year available until 2019 as part of the First World War: then and now programme for small, community grants. It will provide grants of £3,000 to £10,000, enabling groups throughout across the UK to explore, conserve and share their First World War heritage and deepen their understanding of the impact of the conflict. Examples of potential projects include researching, identifying and recording local heritage, developing new interpretation of heritage through exhibitions, trails and smartphone apps, and researching, writing and performing creative material based on heritage sources. If not for the sacrifice of previous generations, Perton might not be the place that it is today, a place where the spirit of service is still alive and well. This month, I was fortunate to be able to visit the Perton Scouts to discuss my role and responsibilities as an MP. I was incredibly impressed by the Perton Scouts, a wonderful, dedicated group that works extremely hard for the benefit of the local community. During my time there, I could not help but feel that it was the lives of young people like these who our heroes of the past were struggling so hard to protect. And, it is therefore with an eye to the future, as well as the past, that I will be laying down my wreath on Remembrance Sunday. To contact me call 01902 846616 or 0207 219 7150

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PERTON GARDENING CLUB OCTOBER IN THE GARDEN Now that October has arrived with the possibility of frost towards the end of the month thought should be given to bringing tender perennials in from the garden. Evergreen plants such as Pelargoniums will continue to grow so will need a bright frost free place such as a greenhouse or conservatory. Plants which lose their leaves or die back completely can be kept in a dark and frost free shed or garage. It is always a good idea to take cuttings to ensure you have strong healthy plants for next year. If tender plants are too large to move insulate them with fleece or straw. Keep paths and lawns free from falling leaves as they make paths slippery and if left too long on lawns, block out light and can cause grass to die off. Continue to plant spring bulbs and spring bedding such as wallflowers, violas and forget-me-nots. October is ideal for planting new trees and shrubs as the soil is still warm. Plant at the same depth as in the pot, stake if necessary, water well and mulch. Sow sweet peas in pots for an early show next year, these should be over wintered in cool but frost free conditions. Continue to harvest vegetables. Net ponds after removing any fallen leaves and dead vegetation. For further information of our meetings please contact John Hobbs on 07951 475116 or visit our website at: www.pertongardeningclub.btck.co.uk "SUPPORTED BY STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"

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Wild About Perton in October Fungi are such amazing living things; neither an animal nor a plant, but a whole kingdom to themselves . One day there is nothing to be seen and the next day, particularly after rain, a whole carpet of mushrooms and toadstools can appear. Fungi play a largely unrecognised part in our lives including being key to production of beer, wine, cheese and bread. Most of the time fungi are not to be seen, existing as a web of microscopic strands beneath our feet. Its only when they pop their mushroom/toadstool fruiting bodies up into the air that we notice them. Fungi come in all colours, shapes and sizes. The Puffballs, which love our local woodlands, appear to be almost spherical and when mature gentle pressure releases a puff of spores into the air. For a twilight zone moment look no further than the collared earthstar, the nearest thing to an alien landing Perton is ever likely to see. A couple of weeks ago a spread of Giant Funnel mushrooms appeared in the woodland between St Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drive and the Parkway, often a good place to find fungi. The Shaggy Inkcap or Lawyers Wig, an elegant elongated bell shaped white, black and brown mushroom, so called because it looks like the hair piece worn by barristers, was used in mediaeval times to produce writing ink. But not all fungi are to be found on the ground; look up into the trees for the bracket fungus standing out horizontal from the trunks of trees or the jelly fungus on rotting wood with a jelly-like feel to the touch. But my favourite are the King Alfred Cakes found on the trunks of local Ash trees. Favourite, not because they look particularly exciting; black lumps that never seem to move or grow; but because they are called after the story of King Alfred who burnt the cakes, in the 9 th century. Join us for a wildlife walk starting at Perton Library every 1st Saturday of the month at 2PM

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Useful Numbers Lakeside Surgery: 01902 755329 Tamar Surgery: 01902 755053 Perton Dental Practice (Anders Square): 01902 758120 Dental Surgery, Tamar Medical Centre: 01902 756114 Perton Funeral Directors: 01902 756830 Perton Clinic : 01902 758150 Perton Civic Centre: 01902 745971 Perton Library: 01902 755794 Church at Perton: 01902 750232 Lakeside Community Church: 01902 752129 Neighbourhood Police: 0300 1234455 Staffordshire Police: 08453 303132 MP: Gavin Williamson: 01902 846616 Souths Staffs District Council: 01902 696000 Staffordshire County Council: 01785 223121 Parish Council Office: 01902 745971 20