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Local ladies show off their artistic talents

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:33:46 +0100

• A recent two day exhibition in the Mission Hall entitled Painting for Pleasure was a marvellous showcase for the artistic talents of a group of local ladies. The title might have been meant to apply to the ladies themselves who obviously enjoy their painting, but the varied pictures on display were certainly a pleasure to behold. Pat Bellis, Pat Haine, Judy Backwell, Dot Emblen, Judy Willis, Maureen Morris, Pat Dawson-Harris, Maureen Crib, Sara Knight, Caroline Crisp, Evelyn Donnelly, Linda Walsh, Barbara Harrison, Inger Barnes, Anne and Elaine all had reason to be proud of their interpretation of a wide range of subjects and styles - still life, village scenes, acrylic, botanical and much more. There even were monkeys in charcoal and close up of a cow, bravely produced by Anne, which made me laugh out loud. With tea and homemade cakes to enjoy this really was an afternoon to savour. The group meet in the Mission Hall every Friday afternoon between 2pm and 4pm. Every fourth week a guest artist attends. If you would like to know more, give Judy a call (833349).

The biggest event on the Littlemoor calendar is going to be better than ever!

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:16:17 +0100

The 3rd Littlemoor Family Fun Day will take place on Saturday 17th August and this year it’s going to bigger and better than ever! I’ve managed a sneak peek at the events planned and they include a magician, a fire act, cookery Tony, the Portland Majorettes, Littlemoor’s One Voice choir, a police dog display, a safety display by the fire services, tug of war, Zumba dancers, face painting, art and photography exhibits and much, much, more. Information tents for Credit Union, Synergy Housing and The Echo will be on site too. Air FM will be broadcasting from the event throughout the afternoon. There will be lots of stalls too, selling plants, shoes, jewellery, bric -a- brac etc., along with Tombola, raffles and cream teas. And of course there will be the rides for the kids, a Tuck Shop and Ice Creams! Disabled access will be available along with limited car parking. It’s going to be a fun packed afternoon for all the family so make a note in your diary now. Look out for posters going up soon.

You still have time to enter the Synergy gardening competition, open to every resident. There are several categories you can enter and judging will take place at the end of July and prizes presented on the Family Fun Day 17th August. For details of this competition and to enter please contact either Jess on 01305 813863 or Mandy Gordon on 01202688101 email: mandy.gordon@synergyhousing.co.uk.

Park Community Centre News and Dates

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 20:37:13 +0100

Its been a busy summer and there's more to come, so here's a round up of what has happened and what is about to happen in the Park Area.

Festive Fun!

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 19:06:43 +0100

CATTISTOCK Festival takes place on the weekend of Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23. In addition to some of the associated events already advertised, we would like to point out that there will be a Church Flower Festival throughout the weekend with beautiful arrangements that are well worth a visit. There will also be recitals by visiting organists and bell ringing in the church. On the Sunday there will be Hymns and Pimms at 6.30pm and a Grand Raffle at 7.30pm.

Number 4 Bus service – latest news

Wed, 29 May 2013 09:14:17 +0100

• David Mannings reports that he attended a First Bus Users Committee meeting recently, having asked for an item to be put on the agenda referring to the bus service – or rather the lack of it - down Oakbury Drive. David suggested to Mark Williams, the local First manager and the two management representatives from Portsmouth that perhaps one bus an hour, on the hour, could run down Oakbury Drive. A response to his suggestion was promised at the next Users forum meeting on Wednesday 10 July.

Latest News from the Park

Sun, 26 May 2013 19:22:06 +0100

The latest news from The Park District, changes to clubs/groups times as well as an update on the Park District Youth Club.

Moor Voices need more voices!

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:20:53 +0100

The Littlemoor choir, Moor Voices is looking for new members to swell their ranks. The choir rehearses every Monday evening from 6.45pm (except bank holidays) so if you are interested in joining just go along, you’ll be very welcome. Alternatively give Jan a call on 01305 834126. If you’d like to find out more you can find Moor Voices on Facebook.

Don’t forget the indoor car boot sale at the community centre this Sunday 2nd June from noon til 3pm.

Here’s a great opportunity for young football fans, the Testway7s sports cage will be in Littlemoor on Friday 31st May from noon til 3pm. The cage will be set up in the church car park. One –on –one football or two a side 2minute games. Improve you close ball skills, have a great time and it’s FREE.

What have the Romans (and Celts) done for us? If you go along to the library on Wednesday 29th between 10.30 and 12.30 you can find out. Local craftsman Mark Vyvyan Penney will be giving a very interesting talk on the subject as well as showing examples of bronze casting and wood carving. This is a free event but please call into the library to pre book your place.

Voices are Raised

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:04:12 +0100

A CONCERT by Parnham Voices will take place at St Michael’s and All Angels Church in Rampisham at 7pm on Saturday, June 1.

Local youngster all at sea cycling home – for Breast Cancer Care!

Tue, 14 May 2013 21:28:48 +0100

• Local Preston youngster, 19 year old George Bell, is a merchant seaman cadet in training, which involves a mixture of University courses at Warsash Academy near Southampton and time spent at sea. He is presently two weeks into an eight week period on a ship working out of Aberdeen, servicing oil rigs in the North Sea. On finding an exercise bike on the ship’s bridge he decided to raise some money for a charity close to his heart, Breast Cancer Care. Calculating that it is about 1000km from Aberdeen to his home at Preston, he is inviting sponsorship to cycle that distance in his spare time on the boat. The picture shows him hard at work, with the North Sea visible through the bridge window! So far he has covered over 200km, a distance equivalent to leaving Aberdeen and travelling through Dundee, Perth and Stirling. He is now, virtually, on his way to Glasgow! If you would like to help speed his progress ‘home’ and help a very good cause with a donation, go to https://www.justgiving.com/George-Bell/ or text GCFB 93, with an amount, to 70070.

May Fayre for Chesil Bank pre--school in Abbotsbury

Mon, 13 May 2013 16:14:38 +0100

Hello all, firstly I have details of Chesil Bank pre-school’s May Fayre which takes place on Saturday 25th May at the Strangways Hall. The Fayre starts at 11.30am, with music and a barbeque. There will be lots of games, “Splat the rat”, “lucky ducks” and coconut shy, to name a few. There will also be a raffle (which will be drawn at 3pm) and a table top sale. To book a table or lend any help please call Julie on 01305 871155 or Pip on 01305 787436. There will be lots of activities for the children and also refreshments so please support them if you can. The friends of St.Nicholas’ are having an Open Gardens day on Sunday June 16th 2013 from 2 - 5.30pm. The focal point is The Old Gatehouse in Church Street. In addition, Steve Griffiths, Head Gardener of the award winning Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, will answer your gardening questions at the Old Gate House where plants and produce will be on sale. Refreshments will also be available from most gardens and for the children there will be a quiz with prizes. Tickets cost £3.00 for adults with free admissions for children accompanied by an adult and this includes entry to all of the gardens open on the day. They may be purchased on the day from any of the gardens or in advance by ringing Tricia Houlberg on 01305 871085. 1. The Old Gate House, Church Street 2. Abbey House, Church Street 3. The Manor House, 4 Church Street 4. Church View, 13 Rodden Row 5. Fleet Cottage, 19 Market Street 6. No 1 West Street Other events in Abbotsbury. The lunch club are having their next lunch on 31st May. It is proving to be very successful so please remember to book early on 01305 871832. The Royal British Legion Woman’s section Abbotsbury and Portesham Branch are now having their 65th anniversary event on 22nd June this has been changed owing to the county event which takes place on June 9th. Contact Mrs Peggy Ford for any information regarding the British legion Woman’s section on 01305 871269 There was no Garland made this year, this was because of a injury to the hand of the lady who makes it. However, it will be made next year and if anybody wishes to still donate funds can they be given to the RNLI when they collect for lifeboat week later in the year. Finally please remember to contact me regarding any news you may have. I can’t write it if you don’t send it! My e-mail is clare29051@btinternet.com or telephone (01305)871931