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A WEDDING ceremony and reception were held in the nib ble Valley for a couple who live in Munich. Kathie Croydon and Marc
Staub were married at Trinity Methodist Church, Clitheroe. The bride is the daughter of
Mr Kim Croydon and his wife, Cynthia, of Derwent Crescent, Clitheroe.
A former Clitheroe Royal
Grammar School pupil, Kathie is a recent graduate of Munich University where she studied child psychology and sociology. Currently working as a part-
time nanny and for the Max Planck Institute in Munich, she married self-employed system administrator Mr Staub in a ceremony conducted by the
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Rev. Geoff Shutt. The bride groom is the son of Mr Emil Staub and Mrs Doris Kos- mann, of Schwabach. Given away by her father, the
bride wore an ivory strapless gown and carried a bouquet of ivory and gold lilies and roses. She was attended by her sis
ter, Emily Croydon, her cousin, Cassie Foster, and her best
friend, Kirsty McGruer. All wore strapless teal-coloured
dresses. Best man was Thomas
Kujawa and the bride*s broth ers, Daniel and James Croydon,
acted as groomsmen. Following the ceremony, a
reception was held at the Calf s
Head, Worston. Picture by Pyes of Clitheroe
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BOLTON-BY- BOWLAND
Invitation party At the annual invita tion party of Bolton- by-Bowland WI, held in the village hall, president Mrs Catherine Curry wel comed 64 guests of old and new friends. The afternoon start ed with a welcome drink, followed by a delicious tea provided by members. The celebration cake was cut by Mrs Jenny Wilkinson, followed by entertainment provided by David and Jill Atkinson, the Honorary Pearly King and Queen of Lancashire, who were suitably dressed in their spectacular pearly outfits and accompanied by Shula, their Afghan dog.
David and Jill told their audience of how they had started and how they became officially recognised by the Pearly organi sation in London. They displayed some of their amazing out fits which were mod elled by both Jill and Shula, who had her own
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A BLACK tie reception at the Inn at Whitewell followed the wedding of Miss Kate Thomas and Mr Aidan Morgan. The Whalley couple, who live at Calder-
stones Park, were married at Whalley Parish Church by the Rev. Chris Sterry and the service included reading’s by the bride’s brother, Mr Andrew Thomas, and the bridegroom’s sister, Siobhan Cooper. The bride, a retail fashion buyer, is the
daughter of Mr and Mrs Eric and Carol Thomas, of The Arches, Whalley. Her bridegroom, the owner of the hard
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landscaping company Thom Landscapes, is the son of Mr and Mrs Mick and Colleen Morgan, of Brookside, Old Langho. Given away by her father, the bride wore
an ivory satin bodice with an a-line skirt, complete with a puddle train featuring rows of silk chiffon handkerchiefs, scattered with Swarovski crystals. She carried a bouquet of dolce vita, roses, freesia and hydrangea, studded with diamante and crystals. She was attended by her best friend,
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Rebecca Evans, as chief bridesmaid, along with her sister, Lucy Thomas, and the bridegroom’s niece, Francesca Bellanca. They wore cotton candy pink satin 1950’s s ty le prom dresses, with rose corsages around their waist and tulle underlay. Flowergirls were the bride’s nieces Ella-
Kate and Amber-Lucy Thomas, along with D ’arcy-Mae Clayton. They all wore ivory tulle dresses scattered with Swarovski crys tals. All six attendants carried a miniature
version of the bride’s bouquet. Best men were Mr Simon Nowell and the
bridegroom’s son Declan Morgan, with Mr Darren Wilkinson as groomsman. Mr David Thomas, Mr Andrew Thomas,
Mr Tyrone Morgan, Mr Tony Longworth and Mr Adam Shaw all acted as ushers. Following the reception, the newlyweds
enjoyed a four-night stay in Singapore and nine nights in Bali for their honeymoon. Picture by Pete Lucas, Eccleston.
The afternoon's enter tainment finished with a game of whist and dominoes, after which the president thanked everybody who had helped and contributed into making it a very enjoyable afternoon. Special thanks to members of the local drama group, and young farmers for their washing up skills and members themselves.
designed outfits made by Jill. All of the out fits had been made by Jill using thou sands of buttons and sequins sewn into the garments. All their fund-raising efforts are for the benefit of charities.
CHATBURN
Jumble sale Chatbum Village com mittee would like to thank everyone who supported in any way their recent jumble sale. The event, which was held to raise money for the annual senior citizens' party, achieved an amazing total of £420.
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Dominoes: D. Lowe, P. Metcalfe, F. Lowe, J. Thornber, F. Eccles, A. Fox.
Gents - M. Robinson, S. Hogg, H. Loft- house.
HURST GREEN
Raffle: N. Fox, Mrs Capstick, M. Weller, J. 'Thomber.
The next whist and domino drive will be on December 3rd at 7-30 p.m. in the Festi val Hall.
GRINDLETON
Cabaret night for Tsunami Appeal by Helen McKell
AN audience of more than 175 packed the Hurst Green Memorial Hall for a cabaret evening in aid of the village’s Tsunami Appeal.
Another popular item was a rendition of Dylan Thomas’s famous poem “Under Milk Wood”. Renamed “Under Mill Wood”,
buns”.
They were rewarded with a night to remem ber, with various acts staged by representa tives of different organisations.
The evening began with a dance routine by junior girls from St Joseph’s Primary School, and ended with an appearance from Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers, also known as Hurst Green residents Mrs Sue Cross Costel lo and Mr Peter Butterfield. Talented local teenager Charlie Bolton also treated the audience to a display of his tap-dancing and
singing skills. Members of the village’s WI were transformed into a Women’s Institute version of the Tiller Girls, resplendent in tutu skirts.
from the sale of school uniforms, money raised from the two Swing Com manders’ evenings have all contributed as well as donations from other initiatives both large and small.
A piano has now been reserved with Mrs Dickinson’s approval, and it is hoped to have it in school for the children’s Christ mas performance at the end of term.
Fellowship An interesting meeting was enjoyed by mem bers of Chatburn’s Women’s Fellowship when Mrs Doris Giles introduced guest speaker Mrs Mel Walsh and her moth er Kath.
dance to the chorus “The Cross still Stands”.
Pianist was Mrs Ruth Hudson and refresh ments were served.
The next meeting is on November 30th when the speaker will be the Rev. Pauline Basterfield, from Trinity Church.
CLAYTON- LE-DALE
Although the event had been advertised as being in aid of the Hurst Green and District Tsunami Appeal, chairman Mr Peter But terfield asked the audience’s approval to give the money instead to victims of the recent Pakistan earthquake, receiving unanimous approval. Approximately £1,300 was raised through ticket sales and a raffle.
■ members of the Village Hall Committee recited an extract from the poem to much hilarity from the audience. 'The characters mentioned in the original poem were replaced by the names of well-known vil lagers.
Our picture shows the WI ladies in full song son.
Mrs Pauline Chalmers has resigned from the committee due to ill health, but hopes to attend meetings whenever possible. A letter was read from LFWI asking if members would agree to having their names and addresses on computer. This will be discussed again at a future meeting.
In her talk Mrs Walsh told how in her early years she loved going to Sunday School and listening to stories from the Bible.
Piano Friends of Chatburn School would like to thank everyone who has helped to raise funds for the much needed new piano for Chatburn School.
Donations from spon sored runs, profit
She attended Clitheroe Girls’ Grammar School and then uni versity where she drifted away from the church until she met someone who had got to know Jesus while he was in prison and this made her go back to church. After two years at college she took services in Styal Prison and spoke to women there about Jesus. Her mother Kath, did a
Make-over At the meeting of Clayton-le-Dale WI, president Mrs Marie Devoy welcomed members and guests and thanked them for turning out on such a dismal evening. She introduced Carol and Tammy, from Deben- hams. Tammy demonstrated the use of make-up and all agreed that good results were achieved when an expert used more adventurous colours. Carol spoke about perfumes and showed the best way to apply them. She also provided hand massages using body lotion, these proved extremely popular.
Mrs Devoy thanked Carol and Tammy for providing an interest
ing and entertaining evening. The draw for the free Hot-pot mag azine was won by Mrs Dorothy Dick
Mrs Devoy reminded members that the coach for the Christ mas meal at the Punch Bowl will leave St Peter’s Church at 6-45 p.m.
DOWNHAM
Flowers At the meeting of Downham WI new president Mrs Judith Nixon welcomed 20 members and 14 guests. Members stood in silence in memory of Mrs Bar bara Gill, chairman of the National Fed eration, who died suddenly.
Guest speaker was Mrs Carol Wain who gave a demonstration of flowers for every occasion which she called “Celebration Flowers”. She created a wonderful display of artificial flowers which inspired every one to have a go as
she made it look so simple, but effective, putting everyone in the Christmas mood.
Dates were given for future events and Mrs Elizabeth Wrigley on behalf of Mrs Margaret Smith invited members to take part in a play she is hoping to pro duce. Three small parts are available.
A block booking will be made for the Clitheroe Operatic and Dramatic Soci ety’s production of “Crazy for You”.
Toy and gift sale Friends of Grindleton School are holding a toy and gift sale in schooi on Tuesday from 2-30 to 4-30 p.m.
ostrich feathers and welly boots. To com plete their ensemble, they wore t-shirts bear ing the legend “WI members bake bigger
Tsunami The next meeting of Hurst Green and Dis trict Tsunami Appeal will now take place on Wednesday, at 7 p.m. If you are inter ested in becoming involved, you are wel come to attend the meeting in the Memorial Hall.
There will be various stalls selling Christ mas gifts and knick- knacks, books, cards and cakes.
Donations of quality used toys, second hand school uni forms, home-made cakes and raffle prizes would be gratefully appreciated and can be brought into school on the morn ing of the sale on the 29th.
Further details from Mrs Jill Lloyd tel. 440107.
Race Night Mr David Jacques, chairman of Hurst Green Football and Cricket Club, described last week end’s Race Night as “fantastic.” The event in the Bayley Arms was very well attended, making over £1,000 for club funds. Despite the continuing success of the football teams, following on from their three titles last season, the club has yet to find a main sponsor for this sea son. Please contact Mr Jacques if you would like to support your local side.
New priest The parishioners of St
The next meeting will be the Christmas party on December 8th in the village hall, members to provide a Jacob’s join supper and in place of the traditional exchange of Christmas gifts, members will make a donation of £1 each to charity. The chari ty will be chosen on the night by ballot.
Celebrations This year is a special year in the life of St Ambrose Church - it is celebrating its Bicentenary. To cele brate this, a new church bell has been purchased as the result of a successful Bell Appeal and this will be dedicated by the Bishop of Brad ford at a special serv ice on Sunday December 4th at 10- 30a.m. To continue with the celebrations a special Bicentenary Lunch will take place at the Spread Eagle Hotel, Sawley at 1- p.m. on the same day. Tickets are £20 each and include a three course meal plus wine or soft drinks. If you wish to join this cele bration lunch please contact the rector, churchwardens or ring Mrs C. Pye tel. 01200 441507
Entertainment will be provided by the com mittee.
GISBURN
Tricks and spots There were 11 tables in play at the whist and domino drive, held in Gisburn Festival Hall.
Whist winners were: Ladies - M. Fallon, D. Hogg, F. Jeffs.
Tree festival There will be an oppor tunity to buy unusu al and varied Christ mas presents at the Christmas Tree Fes tival and Craft Fair to be held in Grindle ton School Hall and St Ambrose Church on Saturday and Sun day. There will be over 12 stalls selling hand-made crafts and a display of decorat ed Christmas Trees will be set up in church. Entry is £1 and refreshments will be available in the Parish Room.
John’s, Hurst Green, are delighted to announce that they have now appointed a new priest for their parish. The Reverend Gillian Mack, cur rently a curate in Kent, will be arriving at Hurst Green’s Vic arage in the New Year along with her husband Gerald, a licensed reader. It is hoped that they will both be licensed in February. They have two grown-up chil dren, living in Kent and Bradford.
The new vicar will be assisting the Rev erend Stewart Ridley, covering Wadding- ton, Mitton and West Bradford in addition to her local role.
Guide Dogs A talk on Guide Dogs for the Blind is taking place in the old school hall at St John’s Church this Satur day. The event, pri marily for children, begins at 4- 30p.m., and those attending are asked to take along some food for a Jacob’s Join. The parishioners of St John’s collect stamps to fund-raise for Guide Dogs for the Blind, so contribu tions of used stamps would be most wel come that afternoon. For further details please contact Mrs Caroline Holden (01254 826316).
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