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February 2016
No.419
Official figures recently released by Ofsted and the Department for Education show that our pupils’ GCSE exams results at Stradbroke High School in 2015 position the school in the top 4% of all schools nationally for the value that they add to their pupils.
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In all subjects, pupils of all ability make better progress than in the majority of schools. In English, pupils of all ability make above average progress. In maths, pupils of all ability make better progress than in any other school in Suffolk.
John Axtell, Deputy Head Teacher at the school, says “This data from Ofsted is testament to the high expectations that the school has for all pupils, their incredibly hard work and the commitment of their teachers in supporting their progress. Pupils leave Stradbroke High School with the best possible results enabling them to continue succeeding into the future.” Sally Clarke
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Local Churches Stradbroke Baptist Church
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Stradbroke Baptist Church, Laxfield Road, Stradbroke, Suffolk
We welcome you to join us Diary for February All Saints & Stradbroke Baptist Church VILLAGE SERVICE Sunday 7th February at 10:30am At Stradbroke Baptist Church ------ Everyone welcome In Stradbroke
Sundays February 14th 21st & 28th We welcome you to join us – our activities for February We pray together Monday 1st Bible Study Group Tuesday 2nd Cameo Lunch Wednesday 10th Create & Chatter Saturday 13th Bible Study Group Tuesday 16th Drop in for Coffee Wednesday 24th
services at 10:15am
7:30pm 7:30pm 12:30pm 10:00am 7:30pm 10:00am
Fact or Fiction? Late last year as I visited a gentleman who lives on his own and appreciates a chat. In the course of conversation he told me that he had been watching a TV series about the Bible - a number of programmes had apparently investigated some of the very old stories we find in the Old Testament, such as the Flood and Noah’s ark, and the people of Israel’s miraculous escape as they crossed the Red sea fleeing from slavery in Egypt. As the chat continued I asked what was the purpose of the programmes. Were the editors attempting to prove or disprove the authenticity of the Bible record? My friend was surprised by the question and replied that all his life 80+ years he had always assumed that the Bible was true. ‘Yes’, I responded knowing that he did not attend Church or claim to be a Christian, ‘If you believe the Bible to be true have you read it?’ Sadly my friend is one of the many who believe in an abstract way that the Bible is probably true and is of some importance yet will not take the time to investigate. The Bible is not an easy read but it is an important collection of 66 books written by 40+ authors over a period of approximately 1500 years. It is worth investigating as it contains God’s word which is applicable to all people: it tells us where we stand in relationship to our Creator and what His future plans are for the world He has created. It’s worth a read, get a modern version or invest in an up to date paraphrase written in contemporary English such as The Message by Eugene Peterson. Fact or fiction you must decide! Contact: John Ling 388751 (Church Elder) Jackie Hughes 384112 (Church Administrator)
Can We Help?
The Stradbroke Our telephone number is 07749 445531 Good Neighbours Need a lift to the Surgery or for an appointment at hospital? Service Collect a prescription? Change a light bulb? Check your smoke alarm or an odd job done? Our Volunteers will be happy to help you. There will be a mileage charge for journeys undertaken by our drivers and we will inform you of the mileage charge when you phone for assistance. We would appreciate at least 24 hours notice and will be happy to assist you. If you are new in the village Good Neighbours have a welcome booklet that outlines our services and can provide useful information. If you would like a copy please contact us on 07749445531or collect a copy from the library.
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Local Churches
All Saints, Stradbroke
All Saints Church Stradbroke Revd Susan Loxton 01379 388493, Church warden, Peter Chetwynd 01379 384069 If you have any questions about Baptisms, Weddings or Funerals, or any questions about the Faith, please contact Revd Susan. Services: 7th Feb 10.30 am 10th Feb 7.00 pm 14th Feb 8.00 am 21st Feb 11.00 am 28th Feb 8.00 am 6th Mar 11.00 am
Village Family service at Baptist church followed by coffee/tea Deanery service for Ash Wednesday, Wilby church Holy Communion, said service Holy Communion, followed by coffee/tea Holy Communion, said service Family service for Mothering Sunday followed by Simnel cake & coffee
Pilgrims: A new course of six sessions focusing on the creeds we say and what they mean to us today. Join us on Weds evenings, 7 pm at The Rectory, starting on 20th Jan, all welcome. Flowers: A huge thank you to all the ladies that decorated our church so beautifully for December. This is one of the busiest months as we get ready for Christmas and the New Year; so when you made time to make our church look much loved it was so kind of you. Needless to say we thank you for all you do throughout the year. From Dianne and Jennifer
Stradbroke All Saints Fundraising Committee Our total fund raising amounted to £4791.98. The cake stall in December raised £154.70. We have now arranged our events. Hopefully these dates (in last mag) will be kept free. Feb 9th we have Beetles and Pancakes, please note in the Baptist Chapel room, £3 per person. On March 19th we have a Collectors Fair. Now anyone with any items you collect, please let me know and order a table. It can be anything, ie teaspoons, thimbles, owls, plates or anything else. Please make an effort and come and see what Stradbroke collects. Teas, coffees and soup with a roll will be available. This is in the Community Centre 10am – 4pm with a £2 entry including coffee. This is a new venture so please support us. Mary Ellis
All Saints – A message from Rev. Susan Dear friends & neighbours, February is often a month when we think about love (14th Valentine’s day). To celebrate the love between husband and wife, we are arranging a short service in which you can come and renew your marriage vows, on Saturday 13th February at 5.30pm in Mendham church followed by tea and cake. Please get in touch with me on 388493 and I will tell you what is involved and add your names to the list of couples. Of course there are many kinds of love and all should, I believe, be celebrated. We do this in various ways, one of which is to write a card or give a small gift, a kind gesture or simply saying I love you. People often talk about giving up something for Lent as part of the tradition of remembering Jesus’ time in the wilderness without food or drink. It is a good time to take a look at our own lives and consider the good, bad and ugly; maybe having a bit of a spring clean getting rid of any bad habits, checking our priorities and generally putting things right with God and one another. Lent is a good time to find out about God’s love and plan for us; maybe come along to the Lent suppers in Fressingfield, 3rd 10th &14th March or join a group exploring faith. If you would like to do any of these things please get in touch with me, I would love to hear from you. I leave you with a special prayer for Ash Wednesday: Holy God, our lives are laid open before you: rescue us from the chaos of sin and through the death of your Son bring us healing and make us whole, in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. God bless, Susan
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Stradbroke Parish Council
The Clerk’s Report
The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held in the Community Centre at 7.30pm on Monday, 8th February 2016. MEETINGS OF THE PARISH COUNCIL: 14th December 2015 and 11th January 2016 9 (December) and 7 (January) members of the public attended each meeting. At the January meeting the councillors voted on 2 applications received for the vacancy of Parish Councillor. Jo Baber was co-opted by majority vote. Public forum: At December’s meeting a request was received for permission to use the sports field for the Sport Relief Mile on 20th March and the Triathlon on 22nd May . Planning (further details can be obtained from the Clerk) Applications considered: (at both meetings plus extra meeting on 30 November 2015) 3980/15 First floor rear extension, single storey rear extension and alterations to buildings. Hempsheaf Inn, Queens Street IP21 5HH – approved unanimously. 3289/15 Erection of three bedroom detached dwelling Jubilee House, Meadow Way IP21 5JW – approved unanimously 4914/15 Demolition of existing boiler house and ancillary buildings. Erection of new boiler house and ancillary accommodation. Roger Skinner Ltd, Queens Street, IP21 5HL - approved unanimously. 4221/15 Erection of timber framed cart lodge Pink Bungalow, Queens St. IP21 5HH – approved unanimously 4388/15 Erection of new detached double garage Bishops View, New St. IP 21 5JG – approved unanimously with the caveat that clay tiles be used instead of concrete. 4339/15 Erection of single-storey extension to rear elevation (& 4340/15 listed app) Foxley Cottage, Doctors Lane, IP21 5HU – approved unanimously Results of planning applications considered by MSDC since the last edition: 3635/15 Erection of flat roofed rear elevation extension Old Police House, Queen St IP21 5GH. Granted 14/12/15 3980/15 First floor extension and single storey extension. Hempsheaf Inn, Queens Street. Granted 16/12/15 3289/15 Erection of 3 bed detached dwelling Jubilee House, Meadow Way. Granted 6/1/16. Other Business: Councillors agreed the Budget for 2016/17 and the precept for the year will remain at £29,967 The Clerk will be investigating the process for replacing the damaged speed sign at Westhall with a more up to date system. Cllr McGregor confirmed that there would be no increase in council tax for the coming year. Cllr McGregor confirmed that the cats eyes will be replaced. The following is an extract of a letter received from Suffolk County Council regarding a consulation on the Fire and Rescue service, all residents are encouraged to visit the site and take part in the consulation: We are writing to you again to seek your views and comments on our proposed plans to shape the future of the fire service through the next three years. Please visit our website at https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/emergency-andrescue/fire-service-redesign/ where you can read our IRMP and supporting documents, and respond to the consultation by completing an electronic version of the questionnaire which will be used to inform our future plans. Members of the public and press are very welcome to attend meetings of the Parish Council and to bring matters of concern or information to the attention to Members in the time allocated to the Public Forum. Minutes of the meetings are held in the Library and are posted on the Notice Board and stradbrokeonline.org.uk The next meeting of the Parish Council will be in the Community Centre at 7.30pm on Monday, 8th Feburary 2016.
Clerk’s contact information: Odile Wladon. Mobile: 07555 066147, email: stradbrokepc@outlook.com Address: Mill Hill House, Church Lane, Wickham Skeith, Suffolk IP23 8NA A warning to all residents: the police are going to start issuing parking tickets for those parked illegally i.e. within 10m of a junction (as per rule 243 in the Highway Code http://www.highwaycode.info/rule/243) this applies in particular to the junction of Queens Street and Church Street. Anyone who experienced problems with their Vodafone service can claim compensation by calling 191. As a reminder the signal disappeared on 19th November and was not back until 23rd December.
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Organisations
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Life in the Legion—The Royal British Legion (Stradbroke and District Branch) From the Chairman’s Desk “Life in the Legion”. The branch continues to be active. The Annual Christmas Lunch and carol singing was held at Laxfield King’s Head. In December vouchers were presented to the R.B.L. poetry competition winners at Stradbroke High School and Branch President Ted Bootle was awarded theLégion d'honneur as a D-day Veteran; the presentation to take place soon. The Annual County Conference was held at Needham Market in January and attended by the officers and by Standard Bearer Joyce Cooper. Bernard Mills was our delegate and Honorary County Vice President, yours truly. Our Annual Branch dinner to be held in Stradbroke Community Centre on Friday, April 1st, members will be receiving details in March. Our next branch meeting is on Thursday,11th. February It will be held as usual at Laxfield King’s Head starting at 11.30 am. a guest speaker is being arranged. Best wishes to all readers for 2016. Michael Burton (Branch Chairman)
W.I. December meeting Christmas came early to the Stradbroke WI as the members gathered in their finery to enjoy the Christmas supper. Mulled wine or a cranberry drink welcomed the ladies and their companions to the festivities and they were shown to their beautifully set and decorated tables ready for the excellent meal to be served by Steve Hambling and his lovely staff. All were welcomed to the evening by Gill Bird our newly elected President who had also been the main architect of the evenings presentation and activities along with her also newly elected committee, at this point all of the above had crossed fingers that all went well for their first joint effort. Dear reader it did all go well, much laughter and chatter, not to mention good food and company made sure of that. After the meal June Hampson was awarded the competition cup and Pat Marlow was presented with her 200 club winnings, and birthday buttonholes were presented to June Hampson and Phyllis Gunn. The entertainment was organised by Charmaine Cooper who organised members and friends in a WI themed rendition of the 12 days of Christmas, it was hilarious and an immediate encore was called and so we did it all again. A numbers based slightly quirky quiz followed which had us all scurrying about to present an accurate and interesting answer for instance finding 10 black teeth was answered by presenting a black comb. The raffle was drawn and Stuart Gemmill gave a vote of thanks to the committee on behalf of all present. The evening closed with everyone grovelling under their chairs to see if they had a coloured spot and could take home the plant decorating their table Prue Rush
January meeting Our January meeting began with our new President and Secretary sitting at the top table sporting L plates. By the end of a very successful evening, these could be safely dispensed with. Business was kept to a minimum with the aid of information boards on each table. Birthday buttonholes, beautifully made by our hostesses of the evening, Jane Johnson and Vivienne Goffee, were presented. Our speaker for the evening was our WI member Prue Rush, giving us an account of the second part of her journey through her nursing training. As a newly qualified Staff Nurse, she was given her uniform, including dog collar and bonnet. She told us how proud and important she felt in her new post, until, at the end of the first day on the ward, she was called urgently to an emergency in the bathroom, where she was unceremoniously dropped into a bath of cold water. She gave a very amusing account of some of the cases she dealt with, including one poor soul who was in a state of alcohol withdrawal, and had to be given a drip containing a measured amount to keep him calm. She concluded with her move back to Suffolk with twenty five years as the surgeries’ Practise Nurse. I am sure this would make a wonderful third talk, but might be a little too revealing for some people! The vote of thanks was given by Caroline Traylen. Carol Darling
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Organisations
Stradbroke High School Official figures recently released by Ofsted and the Department for Education show that our pupils’ GCSE exams results at Stradbroke High School in 2015 position the school in the top 4% of all schools nationally for the value that they add to their pupils. • In all subjects, pupils of all ability make better progress than in the majority of schools. • In English, pupils of all ability make above average progress. • In maths, pupils of all ability make better progress than in any other school in Suffolk. John Axtell, Deputy Headteacher at the school says “This data from Ofsted is testament to the high expectations that the school has for all pupils, their incredibly hard work and the commitment of their teachers in supporting their progress. Pupils leave Stradbroke High School with the best possible results enabling them to continue succeeding into the future. Watoto ‘Oh, What Love Concert’ on January 29th On Friday 29th January at 7pm, the Watoto Children’s Choir from Uganda will be performing at Stradbroke High School as the as part of their ‘Oh, What Love’ live tour (available for download from iTunes). Admission is free to this fantastic event which is performed by children who travel the world as advocates for the millions of African children orphaned as a result of HIV/AIDS, war, poverty and disease. The children, aged from seven to 12 have lost one or both of their parents and will visit Stradbroke High School during the day on the 29th to give pupils the opportunity to meet, talk and learn from children from another culture. The choir will also perform for the pupils of Stradbroke, Wilby and Worlingworth primary schools before performing their ‘Oh, What Love’ concert in the evening. The choir is part of a larger care scheme set up by the Watoto Church in 1994, in response to the overwhelming number of orphaned and vulnerable children and women in Uganda. For more information, visit http://www.watoto.com/home ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat' by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. At 7pm on March 16th and 17th 2016, Stradbroke High School is proud to present this much loved biblical story. It promises to be a fantastic evening of vibrant colour, wonderful energy and pure entertainment. Rehearsals are under way by the highly gifted and enthusiastic cast who will bring the story to life in music, dance and drama. Not to be missed! Performances will take place in the main school hall. Tickets will be available shortly from the school office. Telephone 01379 384387. Sally Clarke
Friends of Stradbroke High School The Friends of Stradbroke High School, have had an excellent start to 2016, after receiving a £500 donation towards out latest project that of installing a new outdoor fitness gymnasium for the pupils within the High School grounds. In addition we have just contributed a large sum towards a new computer programme that will help all the pupils with revision and their examinations. We have had many requests for the dates of our fundraisers this year and they are now confirmed as follows: Fri 4th March Family quiz night 7.30pm – 10pm. Sat 7th May NEW 2nd hand clothing collection. Sat 11th June Car boot / indoor table top sale and breakfast café. Sat and Sun 25/26th June Stradbroke Festifull BBQ help. Sun 11th of Sept The High School CARnival family fun day. Sat 5th of Nov Scrap metal collection. Fri 18th of Nov Family Quiz night. Sat 26th of Nov Xmas craft Fair and Xmas draw. The Friends would like to thank all the community for their support and we hope to see you at some of our events this year. For more information call or text 07771 838957. Nigel Brown (Chairman of the Friends) Registered Charity 1096034
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Parent and Toddler Group On Thursday mornings 9.00-10.30am
Parent and Toddler Group At Wilby C of E Primary School Everyone welcome, babies and toddlers up to 5, mums, dads, carers, grandparents ~ bring a friend! Enjoy tea and biscuits while your little-ones play Lots of friends, toys, art & craft, music, activities. Secure outside play area. Donation gratefully accepted. For more information contact the school office on: 01379 384708 Or just come along.
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Organisations
Stradbroke Archive and Records Association - SARA HAPPY NEW YEAR! The launch of The Geoffrey Smith Archive has been a great success with amazing viewing numbers and interest. At the time of going to press this archive has had over 51,000 pages viewed since its launch at the end of November. SARA has had positive email interest from both inside and outside of Stradbroke and it is clear that this archive has triggered many memories and for some we hope - re-union. Approximately half of The Geoffrey Smith archive is now available to view with another 1000 images yet to come. Geoffrey’s family have shared these photographs with the village in the hope that anyone who has a memory or something to say will also share that by adding a comment at the bottom of the photographs page. Already Stradbroke’s past has been enriched by Geoffrey’s hobby undertaken with passion before digital cameras were around and when every picture taken had to be developed from film before the image could be seen. Amazing. The Geoffrey Smith Archive may be accessed from: http://www.stradbrokearchive.org.uk Ann Readman SARA
Friends of All Saint’s Church We were pleased so many people supported Gerald’s “Past and Present” slideshow, it made over £350. The dinner party club has made £450 and counting (with eating and drinking). The downside is that we have helped, to the tune of £3,388.23, towards the cost of the Roof Alarm on the Church, at the insistence of the Insurers. £900 VAT can be claimed back, but there is an annual maintenance charge of £300. Our coffers are depleted and the amount required for the repair of the roof is now even further away as we have been told that patching is no longer an option. It needs a concerted effort to apply for Heritage Lottery Funding and to do this we need inspirational ideas as to how we can use the Church building. If you are wondering about “how much money we need”, the architect told me to compare it with doing the work on ten houses!! Saturday 30th April is The Annual Church Path Plant Sale, 10am onwards. Remember the stall, please, when you are pricking out seedlings and dividing plants! Margaret Streeter Tel: 384869. Carol Darling caroldon01@gmail.com Margaret Streeter
Clothes Recycling New clothes recycling facility in Stradbroke. The two new clothes recycling bins situated next to the bottle banks by the swimming pool, are proving a huge success and all the profits will be spent directly on the pupils at the Primary and the High School. Please support this new initiative to help further improve our village schools. Many thanks. The Friends of Stradbroke Primary and High Schools
RNIB New Year, New You. Time to make a difference! Are you keen to make a real difference in 2016? The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is in need of volunteers in Suffolk to join our Community Fundraising Team and help to make every day better for the 25,700 people in the area living with sight loss or blindness Every day 100 people in the UK are told they may lose their sight. Right now RNIB can only reach one in three of the people who need our help most. Join RNIB’s Community Fundraising Team and help us reach them all. From setting up a fundraising group with friends to arranging and helping at collections, speaking about RNIB to potential supporters to placing sooty boxes in your local area we will have something to something to suit you. You will receive all the support you need to ensure your volunteering experience is enjoyable and rewarding while helping us to raise vital funds. To get involved or to find out more please call us on 0345 345 0054, visit www.rnib.org.uk/fundraisingvolunteers or email communityfundraising@rnib.org.uk Claire Coupland
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Forthcoming Events
Radio Stradbroke Radio Stradbroke is 10 years old this Easter. And they said it wouldn’t last! We intend to celebrate this milestone, details next month. In the meantime it is business as usual with the famous “Sunday Sessions”. You can log on to www.radiostradbroke.co.uk and listen to the following shows: Sunday 31st January. 10:00 – 13:00 “Songs of the Commonwealth” DJ Huggy celebrates the Queen’s 90th birthday with songs from bands in the Commonwealth: Australia , Canada , Jamaica , & so many more. Sunday 7th February 10:00 – 13:00 Richard Pierce introduces his usual thought provoking eclectic mix of music, & featuring a live acoustic set from “Twisted Piglet” to celebrate the release of their debut album. Sunday 14th February 10:00 – 13:00 “Kim & Wallys Valentine Special”. Does exactly what it says on the tin! Request a song for your loved one. Sunday 21st February 10:00 – 13:00 Station Manager Marty Norris selects songs from his new toy (the playlist) drawing on a half century of musical memories. Sunday 28th February 10:00 – 13:00 “Mann on Fire”. Not a circus act; a legendary DJ Dave themed show centring on combustion. It will ignite your Sunday. Support your local Community radio station! Michael Hugman
Pop Music Quiz Music and questions from the 60s to the 10s. £40 prize for the winning team and prize for the best team name. There will be a bar (essential), raffle (of course) and lots of fun (mandatory). Teams of 4 and £5 per person. Ring Michael Hugman 384433 or Marty Norris 384548 for tickets or just turn up on the night. It’s at the Community Centre at 7.30pm on Saturday 20th February. M Hugman
Stradbroke Cinema On Thursday, 4th. February we are showing “Everest” (12A) at 7.00 for 7.30 pm. The Bar will be open and ice cream in the interval. Entrance £5.50. On the morning of May10, 1996, climbers (Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin) from two expeditions start their final ascent toward the summit of Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth. With little warning, a violent storm strikes the mountain, engulfing the adventurers in one of the fiercest blizzards ever met with by man. Challenged by the harshest conditions imaginable, the teams must endure blistering winds and freezing temperatures in an epic battle to survive against nearly impossible odds. An emotional rendering of a true story. On Thursday, 18th. February “Suffragette” (12A) It is the first film in history to be shot in the houses of parliament, done with the permission of MPs. Includes the events known by anyone familiar with the history: hunger strikes, bombs dropped into mailboxes, the blowing up of Lloyd George's summer home. A turning point was in 1913, when Emily Wilding Davison (played in the film by Natalie Press) stepped out in front of King George's galloping horse on Derby Day, a "Votes for Women" banner in her hand, and was trampled to death. A martyr. Thousands of people lined the streets to watch the funeral procession. It is a gripping story of the suffragette movement in England, with brilliant performances by Kerry Mulligan and Helena Bonham-Carter. It portrays in stunning reality how vastly different women were treated a mere 100 years ago; it is astonishing that women had no rights whatsoever back then. Thursday, 3rd. March, we are showing “The Martian”(12A) and 17th. March “A Walk in the Woods” Margaret Streeter
Prize Bingo There will be a prize bingo on Friday 18th March in aid of Stradbroke White Hart Bowls Club. It starts at 7.30pm in the Community Centre. Many excellent prizes to win, as well as a raffle and refreshments. Plus a flyer to win a hamper. Julie Ward
Events at Syleham and Wingfield village hall Saturday 13th February - Valentines Disco £5 for Syleham and Wingfield Sports and Social Club members, £10 for non-members. Music from 8pm 'til late. Hot dogs and bacon rolls available for sale. Contact Dick 07711610938 or Viv 07884075003 Wednesday 6th April Eastern Angles touring theatre - "Somewhere in England" - The wartime story of the 8th U.S. army force. This should be very interesting with the number of U.S. airbases in our area. The bar will be open and tea / coffee served in the interval, as well as a raffle for hall funds. Contact Alison 01379 668251 or alliemt@btinternet.com
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Forthcoming Events
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Join the Big Hospice Sewing Bee St Elizabeth Hospice is looking for local crafters to join the Big Hospice Sewing Bee and compete to turn a used item of clothing into a cutting edge masterpiece. The competition will run from Friday 12 February to Monday 14 March, giving you just over a month to perfect your upcycled garment. You can change the item into a completely different garment, or upcycle it, transforming it with embellishments, or adding/taking away pieces of material and haberdashery accessories. The finalists will be chosen by a panel of experts at an awards event and those with the best designs will then compete live on Saturday 19 March to win the overall title of the Big Hospice Sewing Bee Champion – and a fantastic prize! Fiona Ginn, St Elizabeth Hospice’s partnerships fundraiser, said: “The Big Hospice Sewing Bee is a fantastic opportunity for you to use your creative, sewing and haberdashery skills in this exciting new event, whilst supporting your local hospice. “All the money raised from the Sewing Bee will help go towards improving life for local people living with a progressive illness such as cancer, motor neurone disease or heart failure in East Suffolk.” Entry is £10, with £5 of that given back to you in voucher form to spend at one of St Elizabeth Hospice’s 26 shops to buy the material to upcycle. Sign up for the Big Hospice Sewing Bee online now at www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk/sewingbee or to request a paper form, please call 01473 723600 or email fundraising@stelizabethhospice.org.uk Many Thanks, Sophie Johnson, Marketing Assistant
Suffolk Cancer Research Suffolk Cancer Research are holding a Relay for Life. This year the event will take place at Ickworth House on 17/18th September 2016. We are looking for more teams to take part in the relay, this is a fantastic opportunity and the relay is very unique and requires camping overnight in the grounds of Ickworth House. One member of your team has to be walking for the duration of the 24hrs. It's fun, it's emotional, lots of laughter and tears and a big sense of achievement. Please would you email letting me know if your school will take part in the Purple Day. Also any information you would like on getting a team together. Or maybe you know a survivor of cancer who would be able to attend the opening ceremony of the Relay. We would like to raise as much as we can and are asking schools in Suffolk for their help with this by having a Purple Day, this being the colour for cancer research. The date we have in mind is Friday 22nd April 2016. If all the schools could help us with this it would be fantastic. Any child participating would contribute £1 for the wearing of purple. Yours faithfully, Pamela Darkins Secretary of the Suffolk Cancer Research 24hr Relay
Wonderful Winter Woodland Walks in the Heart of Suffolk Two of the best things about Suffolk, for both local people and visitors, are the peace and quiet, and the countryside. We have put together a selection of ideas for Woodland Walks in the area, which can be explored in the Winter. Some are privately owned; Vicarage Plantation at Mendlesham and Rookyard Farm, Old Newton. Others are managed by the Woodland Trust; Hoggs Kiss Wood, Debenham and Northfield Wood, Onehouse. Still more are looked after by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust; Combs Wood, Stowmarket and Coopers Copse at Elmswell. Those that are easily accessible include Thornham Walks and Needham Lake. Winter is a great time to explore both old and new woodland. From Hoxne to Pakenham, and Tostock to Henley, you can find ancient trees, nuts and berries, animal tracks and signs any many different birds. Pop in to the Tourist Information Centre for more information or inspiration. We have a range of maps and books for walking in the area. Sue Green
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Forthcoming Events
Library/Post Office/Court House Café News The Post Office was extremely busy in the lead up to Christmas but everything has now calmed down and we are back to normal service but thank you to everyone for their patience with the queues for Christmas posting. We have a friendly, informal reading group that meets at the library in the café room on the second Thursday in the month at 2.30pm. If you would like to come along, call in and speak to me for more information. Confidential SNAP advice on housing difficulties and issues is available on the second Tuesday in the month in the café room. The next date is Tuesday 9th February at 2pm. Rhymetime for babies and toddlers is on Friday mornings in the café room at 10.30am. A4 Photocopying/Printing/Scan to e-mail services available. Books For Sale . Greeting Cards for sale. Gift Vouchers for sale COURT HOUSE CAFÉ LEAPDAY LUNCH On Monday 29th February. 12.15 for12.30pm dining Menu: Cottage Pie and Veg (plus vegetarian option) Apple Crumble and Cream. Tea or Coffee £7. Please book
COURT HOUSE CAFÉ COMMUNITY SUPPER On Friday 1st April & Saturday 2nd April SCANDINAVIAN CUISINE 7 for 7.30pm dining. Tickets £15 each. Bring your own wine. Please book
We will be celebrating the Queen’s 90th Birthday in April with a Vintage Tea afternoon. More information in next month’s magazine.. Maureen John Library/Post Office Manager
Court House - Week night Coffee Bar? Free drink offer! The Court House, through its coffee mornings and community meals, has become a real success and asset to the social life of the village. In 2016 we would like to widen its user base and provide facilities and activities which appeal, and are accessible, to even more members of the community particularly those who work, or go to school or college. For that reason we are considering opening some evenings each month as a coffee bar, ESPECIALLY for those who cannot come during the day, so they might meet friends over coffee or other non-alcoholic drinks, play computer or board games together, use the Wifi etc. We want community members themselves to develop what they want in a great social meeting place, which serves the very best coffees (including lattes and cappuccinos) as well as hot chocolate. If you have ideas, or would like to be involved in developing or supporting such evenings, or just would like a free hot or soft drink in the Court House, particularly if you have not visited before, then please come along anytime between 7pm and 9pm on Monday14th March. On that evening we will have some board games to play or you might want to bring your own, but we just want you to come along and enjoy yourself in a very relaxed atmosphere. If you cannot come that night but interested in the idea, or have others, please tell Maureen in the library or contact one of us. Terry (terryrose10@gmail.com), Laura (laura.injac@hotmail.com), Nikki (nikki@nicolamcdonagh.com) On behalf of SCALT
Women’s World Day of Prayer There is a Women’s World Day of Prayer Service on Friday 4th March at Horham Baptist Church 2pm. Val Swallow
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DOES YOUR LAWN NEED CUTTING OR YOUR HEDGE NEED TRIMMING? MAYBE YOUR GARDEN JUST NEEDS A TIDY UP. CALL BOB STANLEY T 01379 586541 M 07977 449750
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Registered childminder and qualified Montessori teacher. Set in the beautiful hamlet of Wilby. Funded places for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. Full and part-time places available for all ages. Open 8am–6pm Monday to Friday all year round. For all enquiries, contact Stephanie on: Phone: 07787154143 Email: stephanie.a.harvey01@gmail.com
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News & Views
All Saints Church News Just a note to let you know the Roof Alarm has been fitted and paid for. Thanks to the people who kindly donated some much needed funds, also to the friends who contributed a lovely amount. Thank you all. We have to pay an annual fee for maintenance, so if anyone has any spare cash, I’d love to see you. Mary Ellis – Treasurer PCC
Community Centre The Valentines Party, at the Community Centre on Friday, 12th. February, is a sell out and we look forward to seeing you all. Thank you to Roger for doing the organising. The Cinema Team needs an administrator and a few more staff to man/person the “projector”. Contact rogerturkington@suffolkonline.net M Streeter
Affordable Housing for sale for local people Get a foot on the property ladder and buy part of your own home. Shared Ownership homes available with Orwell Church Close,Wilby: 1 x two bedroom house still available for sale The shared ownership scheme offers an alternative to renting. You can buy an initial share from 50% in one of our new homes, helping you into home ownership in manageable stages. The properties start from £142,500 (full market value) for a two bedroom property with a subsidised rent on the remaining share that Orwell own. The combined monthly cost of mortgage and rent will normally be less than if you were purchasing the property outright. In the future you can simply sell your share for its value at the time or alternatively you can purchase further shares, known as staircasing, until you own 100% of your home. These homes are open to people with a local connection to Wilby or the surrounding parishes within Mid Suffolk District Council. For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Karen Suddes, Home Ownership Officer on 01473 228604 / 07595120688 or email karen.suddes@orwell-housing.co.uk and request an information pack Orwell Housing Association Limited, Crane Hill Lodge, 325 London Road, Ipswich, IP2 0BE www.orwell-housing.co.uk Karen Suddes
Borderhoppa Members Outings Borderhoppa has lots going on for our members in 2016 including lunches out, visits to garden centres and places of interest. If you or someone you know would like to join us, please call us on 01379 854800. Membership is £6 for 6 months or £10 for 12 months, outings are individually priced. February 2016: Thurs 4th – Lunch at Chip Inn, Long Stratton - £5 (lunch extra) Mon 8th – Bury St Edmunds - £14 Weds 17th – Lunch at The Buck, Flixton - £7 – (lunch extra) March 2016: Thurs 3rd – Lunch at Chip Inn, Long Stratton - £5 (lunch extra) Weds 16th – Thetford - £12 Mon 21st – Lunch at The White Horse, Stoke Ash - £6 (lunch extra) Carole Tilson
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Sports Roundup
Stradbroke Cricket Club The League of Apathy, aka Stradbroke Cricket Club, held their AGM at sponsors, The Ivy House. Because of the poor attendance it was nepotism all the way, with unopposed re-elections for: Michael Hugman (Chairman & Groundsman), Richard Pierce-Saunderson (Secretary & Welfare Officer), Caroline Johnson (Treasurer), James Gilbee (Minutes Secretary), Ben Flatt (Vikings Captain), Don Lummis (President), & Malcolm Tenneson (Junior Coordinator). Alan Munday & James Webster were also re-elected, the latter as new Membership Secretary & Website Manager. The positive aspects of the Chairman’s Report, outlined the focus on stabilising the Saturday side (Vikings) in the Two Counties League, while Sundays will see participation in a 20/20 competition alongside more Academy friendlies, both with an emphasis on promoting younger cricketers. The current Under 15 & Under 13 teams have entered the Suffolk Youth League, and dependent upon funding & manpower, the next generation of cricketers will receive coaching in local Primary Schools. All of these initiatives cost money, so the support of our next fund raising event (details elsewhere) the ANNUAL POP MUSIC QUIZ at the COMMUNITY CENTRE on SATURDAY 20th FEBRUARY. Teams of 4, entry £5 per person (inc light refreshments), with a £40 prize to the winning team. You can help by entering a team (ring 384433) or donating a raffle prize. Together we can help the Cricket Club rise from its current position to a situation where it is once again the hub of the Community. Thank you. Michael Hugman
Stradbroke Football Club We have not played many matches due to Christmas and the weather. V Stonham Aspal Lost 2-1 V Elmsett Won 10-0 In club colours cup. The Bingo in December raised £90. Gift for Christmas given to helpers. January bingo raised £45. The next one is Feb 19th. A week later than usual. Put the date down and hope to see you there. M Ellis
Stradbroke & District BowlsClub The Annual Club Dinner will be on Saturday, 27th February at the White Hart, all members will be receiving letters in the near future. Hope you can make it. Lily Lofts
Get Active with us at Stradbroke Swim & Fitness Centre Challenges for 2016! Swimathon 18th – 20th March: “Swim yourself proud” by joining us for either a 1.5k, 2.5k, 5k or a team swimming challenge. For more information call into the Centre or register directly at Swimathon.org Sport Relief Mile – Sunday 20th March. Join us in this charity event – you choose the distance you would like to run out of either 1,3 or 6 miles. Refreshments will be available in the Community Centre after your run! Register online at sportrelief.com to take part in this event. Triathlon 22nd May: Following the huge success of lasts year’s inaugural event, we are again hosting our Stradbroke Triathlon (working alongside Active Outdoor Sport), which will consist of a 160m swim, 17km cycle & 3km run. Open to everyone over 15 years old. If you would like to volunteer to help with this event please email mariasmith@everyoneactive.com who will be able to give you more details. Junior Aquathlon 22nd May: This is a new event for Stradbroke and will take place immediately after the main Stradbroke Triathlon, open to children 8-14 years old. This event will consist of a set distance swim and run dependant on your age group. For more information or to register on the Triathlon or Aquathlon visit everyoneactive.com/Stradbroketriathlon Maria Smith
Stradbroke Badminton Club Club nights continue to be well attended and it's great to see some new faces too. The men's team have played 2 more games in the Ipswich League and the new year has also seen the start of the Aldeburgh League. Results: Ipswich and District Badminton League Stradbroke 8.5 - 0.5 Framlingham Stradbroke 7.5 - 1.5 Meridians C The first game of the new year was a visit from local rivals Framlingham. After beating them home and away last year we were looking forward to this game. It didn't disappoint, everyone played well after the Christmas break and we got another win. The next game was against newly promoted Meridians C. We didn't know what to expect from them as we hadn't played them before, so was pleased with the result, extending our 100% record this season. Aldeburgh League: Stradbroke 4 - 2 Thorpeness Our campaign in the Aldeburgh League this season got of to a great start with a win over Thorpeness, who are always strong favourites for the league title, so a great result. George Chaplin
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THE GARDEN ROOM At FOALS GRANGE, WILBY Bed and Breakfast Located in idyllic countryside, we offer accommodation in an annexe to our traditional period cottage. You will have private access, king size bed and en suite bathroom; a sofa bed will sleep two children. The room is well equipped and has internet access. We offer an extensive breakfast menu and seek to use local products.
To book contact Debbie GRIFFITHS on 07582 789782 or 01379 384873
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For your Lawnmower & Small Engine Repairs and Servicing Tel: Phillip Cleveland on 388306
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Painting and Decorating by Ron Rankin - 25 Years Experience For All Your Domestic & Commercial Property Maintenance & Decorating Competitive Prices - Professional Standards Reliable & Experienced - Highly Recommended Advice & Quotations With No Obligation Tel: 01379 388243 Mob: 07762 326226 Unit 19a Fuller Road Industrial Estate Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 9EA
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Hammond Garden & Countryside Services Matthew Hammond
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Specialising in Conifer reduction. All hedge work and garden clearance. Any size lawn mowed. Rough grass cut & strimmed. Hedges and trees supplied and planted. Small tree work - pruning/felling Lawns turfed and seeded All types of fencing Patios and paths laid. Free estimates, all jobs considered.
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Dances, Discos Coffee Mornings Club Meetings Birthday Parties Wedding Receptions If you need a venue for a function “Bring People Together” at
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News & Views
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Stradbroke Neighbourhood Plan Up-date We are approaching the time when we will be handing over the next stage of this to the village in that the questionnaire will be issued to every resident in order that every person can have their say and voice their opinion. At the time of this going to publication, we are unable to give you a precise date of when we will be delivering these so we will be putting a short but informative leaflet through every door giving a clear explanation of what the Neighbourhood Plan is, why it is important for Stradbroke and the process for completion of the questionnaire. This will be happening in the next few weeks accompanied by a major launch of this crucial part of the Plan … Have your say! If you have any queries in the meantime please do not hesitate to contact me at gillianrenniedunkerley@hotmail.com or 01379 384248. SPEAK OUT FOR STRADBROKE! Gillian Rennie Dunkerley
My Care At Home February is National Heart Month here are a few tips from the British Heart Foundation for keeping a healthy heart. 1. Cut down on your salt intake! Too much salt can cause high blood pressure, which increases the risk of developing coronary heart disease. Avoid foods like crisps, salted nuts, canned and packet soups and sauces, baked beans, and ready meals. 2. Watch your diet. A healthy diet can help to reduce the risk of developing heart disease and can also help increase the chances of survival after a heart attack. 3. Get Active! The heart is a muscle and it needs exercise to keep fit so that it can pump blood efficiently around your body with each heartbeat. 4. Manage your weight. The number of people who are overweight in Britain is rising fast. Carrying a lot of extra weight as fat can greatly affect your health and increases the risk of life-threatening conditions such as coronary heart disease and diabetes. If you are overweight or obese start by making small, but healthy changes to what you eat and try to become more active. 5. Get your blood pressure and cholesterol levels checked by your GP. People with high blood pressure run a higher risk of having a stroke or a heart attack. High levels of cholesterol in the blood - produced by the liver from saturated fats - can lead to fatty deposits in your coronary arteries that increase your risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, and diseases that affect the circulation. You can help lower your cholesterol level by exercising and eating high-fibre foods such as porridge, beans, pulses, lentils, nuts, fruits and vegetables. 6. Check your family history. If a close relative is at risk of developing coronary heart disease from smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, lack of physical activity, obesity and diabetes, then you could be at risk too. 7. Make sure you can recognise the early signs of coronary heart disease. Tightness or discomfort in the chest, neck, arm or stomach which comes on when you exert yourself but goes away with rest may be the first sign of angina, which can lead to a heart attack if left untreated. Claire Bewley is a Director at My Care at Home based in Stowmarket. Tel: 01449 763086 www.mycare-athome.co.uk Claire Bewley
Halesworth Community Nursing Care Fund News A generous hairdresser has given a £1,030 boost to a charity campaign after celebrating her 21st birthday with a 1950s rock ‘n’ roll themed fundraiser. Lauren Friend held the party for her landmark birthday to raise money for Halesworth Community Nursing Care Fund (HCNCF), after her mum Karen received treatment for breast cancer four years ago. The money raised from the evening, which took place at the Triple Plea Inn in Halesworth on 19 December, will go towards HCNCF’s information and support centre (ISC) appeal, taking the current total to just over £552,000 of the £714,000 target. Lauren, who lives and works in Halesworth, said: “My mum and dad asked if I’d like a party for my birthday, and I decided to do it for charity as it’s so important to me to get the information and support centre up and running. The ISC aims to bring a full range of holistic services closer to home for patients with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses, their families and carers. This includes benefits advice, wig-fitting, lymphoedema services, children and family support, complementary therapies, help understanding a diagnosis, counselling and bereavement support. “We have been really lucky to have received such great support from our local community throughout the project, with everyone pulling together to raise the money we need to start work on this important facility. www.halesworthhealth.org/information-and-support-centre Liz Hearnshaw at Zenith Public Relations on 01359 242581 or 07501 490308.
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Gosh, what a mild winter we have had. Although as someone who has to drive a distance to get to work, I am grateful for a lack of icy roads, I also know as a gardener that the icy winter has its part to play in natures cycle, killing off many garden pests etc. We will probably have a higher number of unwanted bugs to deal with if the warm weather persists. Nature seems quite confused and many plants are flowering out of season. This can be a problem if our fruit trees start to develop swollen buds and burst into flower too early. We still have lots of chances of hard spring frosts, so early flowers are unlikely to yield a good crop later. For all the allotmenteers itching to get planting, there is now the opportunity to reserve a space in the polytunnel so you can get a head start with your crops. We hope to have it completed before Easter. For those who prefer to be indoors in cold weather, come and join us for our allotment Quiz night on 6th February at 7.30. A Ploughmans supper will be provided, and a fun night out for only £6 per head. Hope to see you there! Gill Palmer – chair We have now only one half plot left on the site. I predict that by Easter there will be a waiting list, so if you are considering it, if you leave it too long, you may have to wait a year or two! We look forward to seeing new members. Helen Pleasance – secretary, Email; helenpleasance@talk21.com
Letters to the Editor Belated but sincere thanks to all who gave Fred Farrow such a wonderful send off from church to cemetery at the end of October. May he rest in peace. Grateful thanks also for the sum of £869.09 given as donations to the Royal National lifeboat Institute in Fred’s memory and for the many beautiful cards and letters which brought comfort to us all. Mary, John and Michael Farrow and extended families. Thank you. Joseph Smith (Joe) Peggy and Roger Smith and family would like to thank everyone for their numerous cards, letters and phone calls at their sad loss of Joe. Also for the donations for the East Anglian Air Ambulance which amounted to £656.00. Also a special thank you to all our neighbours for their help and support, through a very difficult time. Peggy and Roger Smith A Memorial Service for the Reverend David Streeter (1942 - 2015) in St. Mary’s Church, Horham on Tuesday, 9th. February at 2.30 pm. a bring and share Shrove Tuesday Tea Party at the Horham and Athelington Community Centre afterwards with donations to St. Elizabeth’s Hospice. Margaret and Daniel Streeter Dog Walkers. I have just returned from walking my three legged Jack Russell along the Valley Farm drive. As I pulled up a gentleman came out of the Black Barns footpath and turned right into the Valley Farm one. He proceeded to whistle, I thought it strange as could see no dog. Then from almost as far back as the farmhouse, came a young yellow Labrador running over the crops towards him. I shouted to him and asked him if he could put his dog on a lead as I stood there with my dog in my arms, he then asked me to repeat it so I then said that his dog should be on a lead and not running over the crops. He then walked up to me and stood in front of me and asked in an arrogant manner if he 'could help me' I repeated that I wanted to walk my dog and his should be on a lead. I was told that it was a footpath and to 'go on then' still standing in front of me, he then asked who did I think I was 'the crop police?' I explained again that I wanted to walk my dog and was told again, well this is the footpath 'go on then' still standing in front of me. He clearly did not like being pulled up. I proceeded to explain I wanted to walk my dog and would not put her down as he clearly did not have control over his and did not put it on a lead. He stated that he did have control and I argued the point and said clearly not, as he had come out of one footpath and entered another to find his dog. I was then asked again ' was I the crop police'. I at this point asked if he could move on so I could walk my dog as he was making me start to feel a little nervous and as if I was caught up in a stand off?? Finally at this point he moved away and shouted 'Happy New Year' sarcastically to me as he then walked again down the Black Barns. He was extremely rude and intimidating and feel perhaps unaware that dogs should not be allowed to run wild over farmers land. He clearly did not have control, nor able to clear up any dog mess as the dog was not in sight, also had there been any chickens or small livestock at Valley Farm this dog could have done harm. I have not named this man, but know who he is and believe known for not having manners whilst walking and not putting his dog on a lead whilst approaching others, and when asked to as in my case acts defensibly and threatening and refused. Regards Cathe Johnson
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I should like to wish you a happy New Year and a peaceful and healthy 2016. The start of a new year is always helpful to reflect on priorities for the year ahead and I should like to tell you some of mine. In Parliament I am looking forward to continuing in my role as a member of the Energy and Climate Change Committee and playing my part in achieving a balanced energy policy and innovative future energy system for our country. I shall also vigorously support the Government’s long-term approach to climate targets and to promote renewable and clean energy. I was delighted to be elected recently as co-Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Global Health and shall be contributing my experience as an NHS doctor to help to build on the achievements of this influential group in working to improve healthcare for the benefit of patients both in the UK and elsewhere. One of my main priorities this year is to highlight the need for better mental health provision and a fairer deal for mental health funding to support the dedicated NHS staff that care for mental health patients. Another of my priorities is to do my best to promote employment particularly for young people. We have come a long way in creating employment for young people in Suffolk - there were only 90 claimants aged 18-24 in Central Suffolk and North Ipswich in November 2015 which was 65 people lower than the previous year. But there is still more to do and I should like to see more young people doing vocational courses and apprenticeships. As co-Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Carers I am determined to do all I can to support carers not only in Suffolk but also across the country. There are over 7 million unpaid carers in the UK and this will increase enormously during the next decade when the people needing care are expected to increase by 50%. Carers play an enormously important role in many peoples’ lives and are often the unsung heroes of our community. This year I should like to highlight the role of young carers and how important it is to help to identify them and give them the practical and emotional support that they need to ensure that they enjoy their lives and achieve just like their peers. I am looking forward to meeting the challenges of the year ahead and shall be reporting back regularly in this column. For more information please visit my website www.drdanielpoulter.com. Dan Poulter
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Go to www.stradbrokemonthly.co.uk and sign up and we will send you an email to tell when the new edition is up online! Village Diary January 29th Watoto children’s choir from Uganda free concert at the High School (see page 10) 31st Stradbroke Radio presents Songs of the Commonwealth (see page 14) February 2nd Contact Club meet in the Community Centre at 10am – 1pm and every Tuesday 2nd Badminton Club meet in the High School 7.30pm – 10pm and every Tuesday 4th Stradbroke Cinema presents Everest (see page 14) 5th Babies and Toddlers Rhymetime at Stradbroke Library 10.30am and every Friday 6th Stradbroke Allotments Quiz Night & Supper 7.30pm in the Community Centre (page 28) 7th Radio Stradbroke presents Richard Pierce’s eclectic mix (see page 14) 8th Parish Council Meeting at 7.30pm in the Community Centre (see page 6) 9th Memorial for the Revd David Streeter in St Marys Church, Horham (see page 28) 9th Beetles and pancakes in the Baptist Chapel Room (see page 4) 10th Cameo Lunch at the Baptist Church at 12.30pm (see page 3) 12th Valentine Dinner Dance in the Community Centre at 7.30pm - SOLD OUT 13th Renew your wedding vows! (see page 4 for details) 13th Valentines disco at Syleham and Wingfield Sports and Social club (see page 14) 14th Radio Stradbroke presents Kim & Wallys Valentines Special (see page 14) 18th Stradbroke Cinema presents Suffragette (see page 14) 19th ***ARTICLES FOR MARCH EDITION STRICTLY BY THIS DATE PLEASE*** 19th Cash Bingo iao Stradbroke Football Club at the Community Centre 7.30pm (see page 22) 20th Pop Music Quiz at Community Centre 7.30pm start (see page 14) 21st Radio Stradbroke presents Marty Norris’s playlist (see page 14) 24th Drop in for coffee at the Baptist church (see page 3) 28th Radio Stradbroke presents Mann On Fire (see page 14) 29th Leap Day Lunch at Court House Café (see page 18) March 3rd 4th 4th 14th 16-17th 17th 18th-20th 18th 19th 20th April 1st 2nd 6th 22nd 23rd
Stradbroke Cinema ‘The Martian’ Community Centre (see page 14) Woman’s World Day of Prayer (see page 18) Family Quiz night 7.30pm-10pm (see page 10) Court House Cafe Week Night Coffee Bar! between 7pm-9pm (see page 18) Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat at the High School (see page 10) Stradbroke Cinema ‘A Walk in the Woods’ (see page 14) Swimathon at the Swim and Fitness Centre (page 22) Prize Bingo at the Community Centre at 7.30pm (see page 14) Collectors Fair in the Community Centre 10am-4pm (see page 4) Sport Relief Mile at the Swim and Fitness Centre (see page 22)
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Court House Café Community Supper (see page 18) Court House Café Community Supper (see page 18) Eastern Angles touring theatre at Syleham and Wingfield Village Hall (see page 14) Purple Day for Cancer Research (see page 17) RBL 90th Birthday concert for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 11 '90 Glorious Years' At Stradbroke High School. Details to be confirmed - look out for notices Annual Church Path Plant sale 10am onwards (see page 12)
May 7th 22nd
New 2nd hand clothing collection (see page10) Triathlon and Junior Aquathlon at the Swim and Fitness Centre (page 22)