4 Clitheroe Advertiser &Times, Thursday, December 6th,2007


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International spotlight shines on Valley gallery


A COLLECTION of pictures by local and international artists is under the spotlight at a Ribble Val­


OUR picture shows, from the left, Julie and Chris McCabe, Elaine Cooper and Sandra and Harry Marshall during the preview evening (s)


ley art gallery. Julie and Chris McCabe, who run Art


Decor, Whalley, invited guests for the preview of the distinctive collection and were delighted with the turnout and pos­ itive feedback on the evening. “We have been especially delighted and proud to welcome the work of Man­


cunian artist Geoffrey Key, who has made a great impact at the gallery with his distinctive, imitable and instantly recognisable style,” they said. Work by Hollywood ar tis t Todd


White, whose originals are collected by many A-list celebrities, were also on show, as well as pictures by local artist


David Mellor. Sandra and Harry Marshall, of Black­


burn, were the winners of an original pastel by Elaine Cooper, who talked to


guests on the evening. Elaine’s latest col­ lection has been influenced by the hills and farms of the Ribble Valley together with her memories of country fairs and fanners’ markets. She also used the preview evening to


introduce a more contemporary slant on her popular theme of crooked houses and shops, using stronger and more vibrant colours. The exhibition runs until this coming Saturday, December 8th.


Head full of praise


for recorder concert YOUNGSTERS from Whalley Prima­ ry School were in fine tune during their most recent performance. The school’s recorder group, accom­


panied by headteacher Mr Brian Beresford, performed a concert of var­ ied music at the opening of the Whal­ ley Abbey Fellowship Coffee Morning. The 10 talented pupils have already


reached a high standard of perform­ ance and demonstrated their skill to an appreciative audience that included many of their parents. The concert included a variety of


OUR picture shows Years 4 and 5 members of recorder group: India Bate, Eleanor


Bolton, Megan Davies, Amy Geldard, Isobel Kenny, Rose Lonsdale, Kitty Shaw, Eliza Trickett, Amy Whadcock and Chloe Wilkinson, along with Mr Beresford hitting the high notes. (A131107/3)


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musical styles. Mr Beresford said: “The children


gave their best, as ever. They are very enthusiastic.”


Group gathers for a


toast... FAMILY, friends and civic digni­ taries gathered to mark the 103rd birthday of a spe­ cial Whalley woman. Mrs Catherine


Ellam, who is a resident at the vil­ lage’s Croft Care Home, in King Street, celebrated


■ the milestone birthday joined by Ribble Valley Mayor Coun. Doreen Taylor and her consort, Mr Gordon Taylor, as well as Whalley resident and bor­ ough councillor Joyce Holgate. The former


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Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, Thursday, December 6th, 2007 5 Make a child smile this Christmas by Natalie Cox


CHRISTMAS is now less than three weeks away, but there is still time to donate items to our annual Toy Appeal. Salvation Army officers Capt.


Elizabeth Smith and Lt Brenda Wise are delighted at the quality of presents th a t they have already received. Since the appeal launched three


weeks ago, bags packed with gifts have been delivered to both the Sal­ vation Army shop in Lowergate and the Clitheroe Advertiser and Times office in King Street. Every festive season since 2004 we have tried to supply brand new gifts But we still need more - particu­


larly items which can be handed out to boys and girls between the ages of nine and 12. Remember, all the presents donat­ ed to this appeal must be brand new.


Malcolm’s Highland experience


IN his f inal visit to Clitheroe Naturalists ' Society meeting before retirement Mr Malcolm Roberts presented a delightful audio-visual entitled “A Highland Experience”. In a succession of


superb slides the audience saw the landscape of tow­ ering mountains and reflections mirrored in the lochs mainly of the west and north of Scot­ land. Slides began with the


Isle of Arran where the ascent of Goat Fell pre­ sented difficulties for the climber. This contrasted with


shots of the ruined castle of Lochranza at the north


of the island. Glencoe provided dramatic views of its tu rb u len t past, including the memorial to the massacre. Then followed the road


to Mallaig and the Sands of Morar. The new bridge to Skye


introduced the rugged­ ness of its fantastic mountains. Also included were the


famous gardens of Inverewe flourishing in the Gulf Stream's milder climate. Here were tropical


plants along close-ups of rhododendrons. Many waterfalls were a


feature of the programme some in narrow gorges and others with details of


the fanlike p a t te rn of spray. The coast of the North


West corner was the sub­ ject of particularly diffi­ cult ascents and the stacks showed the eroding power of the sea. Accompanying the


visuals, traditional folk music provided a back­ ground. Finally, the chairman


thanked Mr Roberts for the spectacularly beauti­ ful presentation all in blue skies and calm waters. The next lecture in


Clitheroe Library will be tonight at 7-30 p.m. when Dr Irene Ridge's subject will be based on “Wild Orchids”.


For many of the children that we


help this is the only time of the year when they get something that is not second hand. We want to make sure they have a magical day by unwrap­ ping something that is extra special. Books, games, toys and toiletry


items are among the donations we have already received. Capt. Elizabeth Smith, of


Clitheroe Salvation Army, said: “The gifts that have already come in have been absolutely excellent, but we still need general toys for children of all ages. “The community spirit in the Rib­


ble Valley is absolutely unbelievable - the way people rally round to help those th a t are less fortunate than themselves.” The last official date for donating


presents is next Thursday - Decem­ ber 13th - to give Capt. Smith and Lt Brenda Wise the chance to sort the gifts and deliver them in time for Christmas.


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may need our help through this year’s Toy Appeal to contact either Capt. Smith on 0770 9351394, or Natalie Cox at the Clitheroe Adver­ tiser and Times. You can also e-mail natalie.cox@eastlancsnews.co.uk, use the link from www.clitheroead- vertiser.co.uk or use the special post box in the Clitheroe Advertiser and Times office. 0 Once again the Salvation Army


will also be hosting its annual Christ­ mas Day dinner. Anyone who would otherwise be spending December 25th alone is invited to a free lunch and an afternoon of friendship at the Army’s base in Lowergate. Again, anyone wanting to go along and enjoy lunch needs to either contact Capt. Smith or Natalie Cox. Our picture shows Salvation


Army's Capt. Elizabeth Smith and Lt. Brenda Wise join reporter Natal­ ie Cox (centre) at the launch of the annual toy appeal. (A131107/lc)


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