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Parade takes trip around the world
SCHOOLS, charities and volun- tary groups in Maidstone are get- ting the chance to go ‘“Around the World” as part of plans for this year’s Maidstone Parade. The event takes place on Satur-
day July 4, when up to 40 walking groups will parade through the town centre. Parade project manager Barbara Dunford said: “This is the chance for schools and voluntary groups to get involved – and show their creative flair.” Groups will get financial assis-
tance with their costumes and there will be training and support to help with costume-making – so it’s a chance to learn some new skills too. The Around the World theme
also gives those involved a fantas- tic opportunity to create some in- novative and colourful costumes. Mrs Dunford said: “With live
music and bands pounding the beat, the parade is a chance for par-
ticipants to – literally – bang the drum for the county town!” The spectacular is part of a pro- gramme of events being organised during the summer by the Maid- stone Town Team. Details can be found on the Town Team website and Facebook page. Sponsors are being sought to
help individual groups and Mrs Dunford would be delighted to hear from any businesses that would like to sponsor a walking party. Individual group sponsor- ship starts from as little as £50. About 20 groups took part in last
year’s parade, but this year’s is ex- pected to be even bigger and bet- ter. However, with a maximum of 40 groups, it will be a case of first come, first served. Although three months away, groups who want to take part are now being invited to register their interest by contacting Barbara Dunford on 01622 630584 or email
info@kentcommunityevents.co.uk.
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Hospice store seeks new premises
THE Heart of Kent Hospice has closed its flagship store in Maidstone after 20 years in business. The charity said it recognises the thousands of pounds raised by
the shop and café at Starnes Court and by its volunteers, but it was, sadly no longer making any money. A spokesman for the hospice, based in Aylesford, said: “We have
made the reluctant decision to close the shop and relocate to a more central area of Maidstone.We appreciate how disappointing this is for our staff, volunteers and customers. We applaud their commit- ment and loyalty and look forward to welcoming both volunteers and customers to our new Maidstone shop.” Aswewent to press, the hospicewas still looking for premises.
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