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He also brought along a large amount of memorabilia, pic­ tures and newspaper cuttings which he displayed all around the room. A vote of thanks was given by J. Jones. The com­ petition winners were: 1, Mrs Winstanley; 2, Mrs M.Beattie; S.Mrs.F.Nelson. .. The June outing will be a meal at Maxwells in Clitheroe. Mrs Angela Hargreaves was presented with a CMd and token for her silver wedding b


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■ anniversary thisinonth^; The monthly raffle was won by Mrs S.Winstanley and the birthday flowers were pre­ sented to Mrs J. Wells. . At the May meeting there will be a display of scrapbooks be- lon^g to the WI. A scrapbook


going back to the formation ; of the WI in 1947 is being


compiled and W l be on show. A journ^ for this year is also beingcompiled. The committee will be provid­ ing puddings this eveningfor a Pudding Night.


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Pavilion The month’s “taster” sessions on a Tuesday have now fin­ ished. The “Golden Girls” class will not be ranning again. The other class, run by


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Shannon; is a compilation of Pilates, Tai Chi and Yoga. It vM restart on Monday, May 13th from 6 to 7 p.m. It is hoped that the evening session will meari that if is more accessible to those who are working.' ; As a reminder, Tai Chi ■ _ continues on Wednesd^ j- mornings from 10-45 to 11-45 a.m. fqllowedby coffee and a x chat. This class is suitable for people of all abilities and can ' be done while seated.


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Women's Institute Griridletpn WI President Ann Connell welcomed members to the March meeting and but-


lined forthcoming events. Kay Hopkinson co-ordinated the


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• monthlylunch at the Pavilion on April 16 th and names were taken for a social walk on May : 15th, meeting at the Cherry Trees at 6 p.m. and returning to the Buck Inn for supper at 8


p.m. Members who would like • to do the walk .should contact


Catherine Taylor (441501).


Grindleton'W is organising walks for the Lancashire Fed-


erationintheareaonAugust ■ 9th and 10th. Kay Hopkinson gave details of a Denman College “taster” trip on September 29th and Liz


■ Parkinson updated members on the Gift Aid situation." '


TKe meeting on June 13th will take the form of a Coronation


Barbeque. Members are in­ vited to wear red, white and/or blue. There will be a licensed


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bar-andfunandgamesona’ royal theme!


The WI vvill be helping with


Sports Day teas on June 15th. President Ann introduced the


speaker,fellowmember Liz Parkinson, who took mem­ bers on a 6,937 mile pictorial


railjourneyfrom Clitheroe to Beijing via Europe, Russia and


Mongolia. Her state-of-the-art presentation was accompa­ nied by a coloiirfiil lively com­ mentary, fascinating music and wonderful photography. Kay Hopkinson thanked her for sharing her exciting adventure.


: The next meeting on May 9th will be the Resolutions Meet­ ing. President Arm attended the LFWI Agenda Cotfference at which this year’s resolution relating to supporting our high streets was discussed and will relay the information to members. Tea and home made "cakes will be served and there will be plant and book stalls.


The competition is for a potted herb. Members are remiiided to bring their completed bulb order forms.


Induction The new Rector of Grindleton, the Rev. Roger Wood, was instituted and inducted at St Peter and St Paiil’s Church, BoIton-by-Bowland, last Monday in the presence of The Bishop of Bradford, the Right Rev. Nick Baines. The church was full of people from both parishes as well as local digni­ taries including the Mayor and Mayoress of the Ribble Valley. The rectorvvill take his first service in St Ambrose Church on Sunday.


HURSTGREEN


Memorial hall A young driyef s’course will be held tomorrow (Friday) at


.' St Jphn^s Church Hall, Hurst Green. This firee course has been designed by the road safety group at Lancashire County Council. Aimdd at


, thbse aged 16 to 24, it virtll give.' young drivers information on


■ ihowtobecomesaferdrivers. ■ those attending are Invited


to a Jacob’s Join at 6 p.m.'with the course 6-30 T 8-30 p.m.


For "more details contact Caro­ line Holden on 01254 826316 or csh61den@btinterhet. com or Nicky Bailey on 01254 8260270rblynicky@aol.com.


WI The Hurst Green 'WI meet next Thursday, April 25th. The topic will be “Wills'and Probate”, a question and an­ swer session by Prema Taylor.


. ThecompetiUonisforapen. Forfurtherdetailscontact ■ Barbara Herd 826350 of come' along next Thursday at 7-30 ' p.m. -


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Bat walk The Echo Group will meet at • St John’s Old School at7p.m. on Friday April 26th. There


Youthclub St Joseph’s Youth Club meets tomorrow (Friday) at 7-30 p.m. in the Memorial Hall. All young people over the age of nine are welcome. There are many activities on offer from football to crafts. Theyouth , group usually meets fortnight- , ly with the next meeting being May 3rd. Volunteers are also heeded please contact Steve Whalley on 826926


Over 65 s'party Once again Gill McDonnell arid Agnes Bland are organis­ ing the annual party for the


, older people of the village. This will be on Friday, April 26th, starting at 7-30 p.m. Please contact Agnes 826559 or Gill 826378 to book a place or to offer help.


Golfclub The ladies section of Stony- hurst Park Golf Club are holtog a coffee morning at ■ the club house on Saturday, April 27th from 10 a.m. - noon. Everyone is welcome.


Spon^redwalk StJohn’sandStJoseph’sare .


organising a joint parish walk to raise money for school funds and the new toilet and disabled access at St John’s. The walk will be on Sunday


May 5th. Anyone who wishes to help please contact Gill or


David Jacques 878222 or Si Joseph’s School on 826246. Each participant should col­ lect a Smartie tube in advance


andthentiyfillitwith2op or £1 coins. One whole tube can


hold£35! ThewalkitselfwiU start at St John’s with bacon butties and end at St Joseph’s where cake will be served.


CoffeeStop The next coffee stop will be a t .


St John’s Old School on Mon­ day May 6th. There will be a concert on the organ by Stuart Whillis in the church com-. mencing at 11 a.m. and then a


soup and sandwich lunch will be served to raise money for St John’s buildingproject.


KNOWLEGREEN


Villagehall The fortnightly whist and domino drive at the village hall will be held on Monday at 7-30 p.m. Everyone is welcome, ^


admission is £1.50 including tea and biscuits. Line dancing with local teach­ er Sharon continues at the vil- lagehall every Tuesday. New,


dancers are always welcome to come along. Admission is _ £2.50 and includes drinks. No partner is needed. ' ’ There was a capacity audience


at the village hall when Tony


Tabletopsale A table top sale in Pendleton


Village-Hall proved to be a suc- cessfril fund-raising event.


There were various stalls ' and refreshments. Thanks to those who donated goods and manned the stalls, with special mention to Ruth Cowperlfrwaite, who made the cakes for Uie teas. About £500"


wasraisedforh^funds. ,. READ&SiMONSTONE


Men’s breakfast With summer on its way.


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Berry, the lead singer ofthe Houghton Weavers, per­ formed. There was a supper of pie and peas and all enjoyed an evening of fun. It was, as they say,arightgooddo.


LANGHO


StMary's Blackburn Food Bank have sent a card to thank the people of St Maty’s for their ongoing generosity. In March they were able to support 431 per­ sons. This week there is aneed forjam, biscuits, sriialljars and packets of coffee. The Raphael Lourdes Pilgrim­ age Group will hold their northern reunion in St Mary’s parish centre this Saturday at4p.m. They will attend the Mass at 6 p.m. and have a social evening afterwards. The group travel to Lourdes each yearand this year’s dates are September 1st to 6th. The pil­ grimage needs the services of doctors, nurses and helpers. Anyone who would like to help please contact FrLeoorcome along to a short riieeting ori Saturday in the parish meet­ ing room after the 6 p.m. Mass. The sponsored walk inmem- oiy of Fiona Watson will begin from outside St Mary’s Church on Saturday atip.m. Members ofthe parish are supporting the vvalkin aid of Diabetes UK bytakingpartandbytheir financial contributions. St Mary’s Ramblers’ next walk will be ori Thursday, April 25 th and will be about seven miles


on local footpaths. Lunch is at the BlackBull in Old Langho.


Meet in the church car park


at 9-30 a.m. Leader Bernard Hilton, tel. 247570. Keeping in Touch'(K.I.T.)


Group will be held on Wednes­


day, April 24th at 9-30 a.m. in the parish meeting room.


GOsNight' The night was a great success due to organisers Christine and Kath and DJ Andy. People


enjoyed a drink, chattingto friends, singing along and


dancing. Thanks also to the excellent bar staff Danielle


. andLoraine.Areallyenjoyable night that banished the miser­


able wintery weather. it was apt that the talk this


' month for Read St John’s and. St Peter’s Simonstone Men’s breakfast was about Butlins holidays. Cliye Bennett intro-'


■ duced the speaker I)ee Ellis who is extremely well knovvn in Read. ■ • Dee gave a first class talk about the history of Butlins holiday camps and her time as a Red Coat. It was agreatstoiy of what holidays were like in the camps and was it was like to work there. A hearty breakfast was sup­ plied by the Fuzzy Duck, Whalley Road, thanks to them and to Read Cricket Club for. the use of their facilities. The next meeting will be on . May nth. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Alan Reid.


Book night Read Library will be giving away free books to celebrate World Book Night on Tuesday, April 23rd between 2 and 5 p.m. There will be refresh­ ments available and local authorLindaSawleywillalso. be selling her books; ’


PACT meeting The next meeting ofthe Read and Simonstone PACT (Police and Community Together) meeting will take place on Wednesday, April 24th from 6 p.m. to 7p.m. at4 Jubillee Btreet, Read. All welcome.


SABDEN


Youth club Sabden’s new Youth Club was. launched this week and will now meet every Wednesday evening in St Mary’s Commu-


nity Hall from 6-30 to 9 p.m. for all 13 to 19 year olds in the village. It is being run by Mr


Simon Capstick along with a team of CRB checked and verified helpers and in asso­ ciation with the Ribble Valley Youth Service. There will be activities chosen by the young people themselves and lots of plans are in store to make it fun and Interesting. There


is a weekly charge of £1 and there is a tuck shop. All young


people in this age group wil The next meeting ofthe Keepl


be made very welcome, just go along any Wednesday.


Luncheon group The Sabden luncheon social group meets from 12-30 p.m.


attheWhiteHartpubon ■ the third Wednesday of each


month. Everyone is welcome.


Fashion show There is a fashion show and


sale in St Nicholas’s Hall on Thursday May 23rd presented. by FIZZ. Clothes will be on . " sale after the show. Tickets , are £6 from Bernard PMfitt


Proceedsarefor.stNicholas^ . Church appeal fund. "'


Garden pa i^ St Nicholas’s Church annual garden party and wafidng day


has been brought forward


this year and will be held on the weekend of May 18th and


19 th. Churchwarden Bernard Parfitt is appealing for helpers


on the stalls and people to donate produce and cakes for the cake stall and items for the raffles and tombola.


■ ChristianAid


The village Christian Council is holding a coffee morning for the Christian Aid charity on


Saturday May 4th from 10 a.m. to noon, in St Mary’s Commu­


nity Hall. Donations of cakes and items for the raffle and '


bring and buy stall will be very welcome.


PACT meeting


Residents are invited to the next PACT, police and com­ munities together, meeting on


Thursday, April 25th from 6 to ■ 7p.m.inthePoliceOfficeinSt; - Nicholas’s Hall. They can raise any items of concern or listen


to themonthlyreportfromthe village police officers.


SabdenFC Sabden FC suffered the de­ spair of relegation last Sunday despite scoring six goals in their home match against , ^ Chucky Padlham Warriors. Despite never being behind in the game itendedina6-6 scoreline with the visitors sneaking an equaliser in the last minute. WIU Child scored an impressive hat-trick and other goals came from Jason Bates, David Fallon and Jack Birkett. But a draw was not enough to save them from rel­ egation in Division One of the Burnley Sunday League.


Valuation day Last Saturday’s v5 uation day in St Maty’s Hall was a huge success - in fact too successftd because there was not enough time to deal with all the people who went along despite the event runmng more than four hours over the intended time. 1 So many people went along with their items to discuss or have valued by Mr Phil Cowell from Walton and Walton Auctioneers and Valuers in Burnley that the day proved very eryoyable with most people not minding having a, long wait. Walton and Walton are keen to cqme back and have another valuation day in the autumn. People took along clocks, jewellery, painting, crockeity, furniture, in fact all ■ sort of items to discuss and many went away very happy. No one a toitted their item was worth millions but you never know! Mr Cowell said he had really enjoyed the day, see­ ing so many interesting items and meeting so many nice peo­ ple. Hegavehisservicesfree andhadaveryverybusyday ; looking at well over200items. The event was also a financial: ,■ success, raising £43 Continuedon page19


Three Peaks walkers Agroup ofintrepid char­ ity walkers from the village braved the bitter cold and biting wind on Pendle Hill on Sunday morning to take in a 11.5 mile practice walk before they undertake the York­ shire Three Peaks Challenge next month. They left from Padiham Road at 7 a.m. and walked up “Bonk Hill” onto the top of Pendle and along to Barley where they had a short break before walking back up the Steps and back over to Sabden for lunchtime. About 20peopleofall ages went along. More than 30 are to undertake the real thing on the May bank holiday weekend. Lee Skellern acted as guide having already tried and tested the route which is fairly tough and incorporates many walking conditions that will be faced on the challenge. Sponsors are wanted for the challenge, in aid ofthe North West Air Ambulance, and you can sponsor individually or go on the Sabden Live justgiving website or on Facebook.


Elections Sabden will go to the polls for seats on Lancashire County


Saint in Sabden On Wednesday night there will bean hour-long vigil at 7-30 p.m. in St Mary’s RC Church when anicon of LancasMre Saint John Southworth will


be on display. The icon has visited several parishes in the area to mark the Catho­ lic Church’s Year of Faith. Sunday Mass at St Maty’s RC is at 11a.m. The Rev. Jim Holt ' will lead Sunday service at 9-30 a.m. in St Nicholas’s CE Church Hall this weekend and at Sabden Baptist Church at 10 a.m. Mrs Maijorie Coyle will lead the service.


Council on Tuesday May 2nd from 7 a.m. to io p.m. in St, Mary’s Community Hall in ' Whalley Road.


BuyATile Sabden artist Lizi Botham (Bizi Lizi) is helping St Nicho­ las’s Church by creating a tiled scene ofthe church against the backdrop of Pendle Hill . and inviting villagers to be involved. The work will be made up of 240 4in. ceramic tiles and people can “buy” one for £10 and have their name, initials etc etched onto it. The work will then go on perma­ nent display in the church when it reopens in the autumn after an extensive refurbish­ ment and repair. People can go along on Saturday April 27th if they wish to etch their own tile at Lizi’s workshop. Please ring Michelle Davies on 01282 680613 for details or email michelle.davies3@btinternet


SLAIDBURN


Young Farmers Members met on Monday night for a talk by Freda from the North West Air Ambu­ lance. Thanks were expressed byHeatherAlpe.Theclub • presented the NWAA with a cheque for £422.89 raised at the Hodder Valley Show. Both Slaidburn junior quiz teams were congratulated oh reaching the County Quiz Fi­ nal with success going to Eri- . ca, Jennie and Will. Members were also congratulated on coming second in the Regional Club of the Year. Thanks were expressed to those who took part in the Rural Skills Day last weekend. A reminder to all that Region- al/Couhty Rally Trophies need to be polished and returned. - Next week’s meeting is a trip to Guy Machinery, Gisburn. Members to meet there at 7-30 p.m. prompt.


TOSSIDE


Whist and doms Winners from the last whist and domino drive at Tosside - Hall were: whist, ladies - H. Grainger, Hi Lofthouse, M. Edmondson: gents - S. Hogg, M. Grainger, T. Robinson; low - N.Hull. Dominoes - P. Metcalfe, D. Lowe, F. Taylor, K. Nowell, p. Knight, J. Hull; low - E. Nowell; raffle - F. Mason,' K. Nowell, R. Knight, b. Rob­ inson, D. Hogg, A Sutcliffe, M. Robinson, A. Sutcliffe, j. Sa- gar, D. Knight. The next idve


is on Saturday, April 20th at . 7-30.p.m.


Dance The next dance with Bon Accord Band is tomorrow,, Friday, April 19 th at 8 p.m.


Mervyn Stutter Singer comedian Mervyn Stutter makes a return visit


to Tosside Community Hall on Saturday, April 27th at 7-30 p.m. Adults £6, child £4. Absolutely hilarious. Clever, but clean songs and stories. Supper available. Bar open. Call 01729 840272/294.,


WADDINGTON


Women’s Institute The March meeting was held in the Methodist school- . room. Guest speaker Sheila Bailey, who was assisted by Ann Geldard, told of their trip to India, their visit to a leper colony and the work an English woman was doing there to make life better for the women. Sheila and Ann have started selling some of the beautiful embroidered garments made by the women in the colony. President Doreen Hammond opened the April meeting and introduce Eddie, a serwng police officer, who talked


about life as a member of the terrorist police. Members etyoyed a day trip , to Chetham’s School of Music. After having lunch they at­ tended a recital by some of the students. A guide took mem­ bers on a tour of the buildings and a visit to the library, which is one of the oldest public library in Europe. On Saturday, May 4th, members are manning a stall at Clitheroe market, selling cakes, biscuits, home-riiade produce and bric-a-brac. The next meetingis on May 14th, when Sheena Byrom, will speak about her book “Catch­ ing Babies”. The meeting is open one so members wiU be delighted to welcome guests.


WESTBR/WFORD


Come Dine With iMe This Saturday,'April 20th, a great night out 1 Tickets are £20 each arid include a three-course dinner, wine and coffee. Meeting at the village hall for pre-drinks, visit two venues for starters and main course, and then returning to the village haU for desserts and coffee. There will be a licensed bar in the lounge for further socialising. Please phone David on 01200 426272 for more details and tickets. ■


Coffee and Chat An invitation to all carers and


anyone living alone to come along and discuss how Ribble Valley Time Bank can help you. Come along for a chat and refreshments. The next meet­ ing is Thursday, April 25th from 2 to 4 p.m. For details phone Denise 01200 427240 or Hilary 01200 446856.


Village social The next village social evening is on Friday, May 3rd starting at 7-30 p.m.


Fair St Catherine’s Chureh is hold­ ing an Antiques and Collecta­ bles Fair in the village hall on


Sunday, May 12th from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Admission will be 5op. There will be a tombola and homemade refreshments will be available throughout the day. For inquiries about stalls please phone Joyce on 01200 424311 or423994.


WHAUEY


Day for care An open day for home care setyices, hosted by Right at Home, will be held at Whal­ ley Methodist Chureh HaU on Saturday, April 20th from 10.30am to 3pm. It will be opened by the Ribble Valley Mayor and Mayoress in aid of their charities, the Alzheimer’s Society and Guide Dogs for the Blind. The will be free refreshments, entertainment and stalls. For further Information call 01254 505070.


Saleday


Whalley Village Hall is to hold a table top sale on Simday April 28th between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Entry is free. " The sale will have household items, clothing, antiques, col­ lectibles and brie a brae. Tables can be booked through Honey on 01254 822350.


Saint’s Mass A Mass for St George’s Day will


be said at English Martyrs’ RC Church, Whalley, on Tuesday at 10 a.m.


Retiring collections for the work ofthe SVP Conference were taken after both Masses, last weekend. The rotas for eucharistic min­ isters will be available soon, Masses will be at 5 p.m. on Sat­ urday and at 11 a.m. on Sunday. Weekday Masses are at 10 a.m.


Methodists On Sunday at'Whalley Meth; odist Churchjoin parishioners at'9 a.m. for a contemplative Communion service. Start the day with this quiet, reflective • time. At 10-30 a.m. Worship for Vocations Sunday. Both - services will be led by the Min­ ister, RevTony Davies. .


Sing-along On Thursday, April 25th


Whalley Methodist Church will be holding another of its popular Sing-along evenings at 7-30 p.m. Ifyou enjoy sing­ ing hymns old arid new and have favourites you would like to sing then come along to this Sing-along. Everyone is welcome. The evenirig will . finish about 8-45 p.m. -


Annual meeting The annual parochial church meeting ofWhalley will be held on Sunday in Whalley CE School on Sunday at u-15 a.m. The meeting will follow a Book of Common Prayer Holy Com­ munion service in the parish church at 8-30 a.m. and Parish


Communion and Sunday Club atioa.m.


The church is to hold a beetle drive and potato pie supper in • the school on Saturday from 6 p.m. Tickets are £5 for adults and £3 for children and can be booked from Shirley on 01254 822056 or the parish office on 01254823249. Midweek Holy Communion will be celebrated today at 10 a.m. in the church. Tomorrow there will be Holy Communion in the Abbey Chapel at 9-30 a.m. and meditation in the Ab­ bey Library at 10-30 a.m. The House Group will meet at Whittam Road at 10 a.m. on Tuesday and there will be Holy Communion at Vale House also at 10 a.m. The Renewal Prayer Group will meet at Ab­ bots Croft at 1-45 p.m.


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