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By Lou Graham
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
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St Peter’s Church: The Antiques Road Show held on Friday, September 25 in Sicklinghall Village Hall was a great success. Over eighty people gathered to listen to two experts from Hartley’s of Ilkley relate the history and value of their treasured antiques. The amount raised was over £645. The Church committee was delighted and would like to thank all who supported this event.
Harvest Festival: St Peter’s glowed this Sunday with the warm Autumn flower arrangements and the colourful baskets of vegetables displayed through out the church for the annual Harvest Festival. As well as singing the popular Harvest hymns, the congregation enjoyed listening to the children of Sicklinghall School sing their version of the Lord’s Prayer, Calypso style. Everyone was then invited down to the village hall for a sumptuous Harvest Lunch of cold salmon and ham, accompanied by a variety of salads. Home made apple pie and ice cream followed. This was also the occasion when the Friends of St Peter’s thanked Ernest and Rose Westerman for 50 years of service to the church, which included singing in the choir as well as undertaking other duties. Rose and Ernest were invited to cut a cake, especially made for this celebration and appropriately decorated with two model choristers. They were also presented with a book on the Yorkshire Dales and a beautiful orchid. Everyone was grateful to be able to have this chance to thank them for all their dedication to St Pete’s over the years and to wish them well.
Sicklinghall Cricket Club: Sicklinghall Cricket Club invite everyone to an evening of Halloween Horror in Sicklinghall Village Hall on Saturday, October 24 from 7.30pm till late. The entertainment follows a ghostly theme with dancing to ghoulish classics such as The Time Warp and Monster Mash, as well as Michael Jackson’s Thriller. Try your hand at “Shooting the Dead” – armed with five scary balls, you have to hit various graveyard demons and bloodsuckers to stop them from taking over the village! Curry and nibbles will be served throughout the evening. Try the hot one, known locally as “The Burning Fires of Hell!” A punch of blood curdling delight will be served, not in a bowl, but a cauldron!The Witch’s Brew will leave you spell bound! There will be a pumpkin carving competition for the best scary face and also a prize for the best fancy dress, although this is optional. If you would like to join the Cricket Club for a frightfully good time, tickets cost £10 and are available from John Wood (01937 587191) or Martin Wood (07894 400024).
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
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Sicklinghall Field Day: Another reminder that Sicklinghall’s annual Field Day is on Monday, August 31 from 2pm onwards. This is the main fund raising event for maintaining the village hall in such excellent condition and so bringing credit to the local community. The village hall is totally self financing – it does not receive any grants or subsidies and therefore relies very much on the community using the hall for social events and clubs, as well as donations from fund raising events such as Field Day. Field Day 2008 was a great success, hopefully this year, with everyone’s continued effort and generosity, a “Fun Day” will be enjoyed by everyone.
Attractions will include the Stanley Newmarket Colliery band, traditional side shows and stalls, a bouncy castle for the children, teas served in the hall and a popular home produce and cake stall. There will also be a giant tombola and raffle. Other events for the children include a fancy dress parade, which has two classes – under eight years of age and over eight years of age. This will be judged at 2.30pm. All visitors of school age can enter a painting and drawing competition – entrants can choose their subject. The children’s races are always popular and begin at 4.15pm. The photographic competition for the J Fryer Rose Bowl is open to all residents of any age and the theme is “Summer Holidays”. Entries can be left with Mrs Angela Marlow at the Old Post Office or handed in at the hall by 11am on Field Day. For the energetic there is a cross country run which will start at 5pm. The less energetic can enjoy a more leisurely barbecue and bar in the grounds of the village hall, which will draw the whole day to a conclusion at around 6.30pm.
How can you help? Please help by coming along with your family and lots of friends and especially encourage any newcomers to the village to participate. Buy lots of raffle tickets and ask for more books to sell to friends and colleagues at work! Perhaps volunteer to work on a stall or side show. Offer to bake cakes and jam for the refreshment counter and the home produce and cake stall. Please donate big exciting prizes for the tombola. Give some really worthwhile items to the bric-a-brac and book stall, but please no jumble. Perhaps make a cash donation if you can’t attend. All these will help enormously to make a successful Field Day and will be greatly appreciated by the members of the committee. For any more information about this event, please contact Suzann Phillips (01937 585622).
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
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Field Day: Sicklinghall Village Hall is holding its annual Field Day in the grounds of the village hall on Monday, August 31. This important fundraising event will start at 2pm heralded by the band. Homemade cakes and tea will be served throughout the afternoon, as well as a bar serving wine and beer. There will also be a barbecue at the end of the day. As well as the usual stalls and games, there is a chance to enter a photographic competition and for the children to enter a painting competition to win a prize and the Father Cook trophy. There will also be races for the children and a cross country run at the end of the day.
All help will be gratefully received – baking for the cake stall, donations for the bric-a-brac, tombola and book stalls. Any help from volunteers on the day will be very welcome.
This is the village hall’s main fundraising event of the year, providing the funds for general maintenance and refurbishment. It is a traditionally a popular time for friends and families to meet and support this event and enjoy the fun of the games and entertainment provided. |
Friday, July 10, 2009
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Sicklinghall CP School: The children have been enjoying a variety of clubs and activities this term including after school pottery, dance and cricket clubs. This half term they have also been able to join a gymnastics and multi-skills activity class. All these activities are provided by links with local businesses and partnerships with local clubs and high schools.
The older children are studying aspects of the Second World War and have visited Eden Camp to help them experience what it would have been like to be in the Blitz and to learn more about rationing and the blackout. The younger children are looking forward to a visit to the seaside.
The PTFA continue to fund raise for the school with a cake stall on Wetherby market in June and the end of year barbecue.
The school look forward to finishing the term with a whole school picnic and a visit form the ice cream van.
Sicklinghall Cricket Club: The Sicklinghall first XI cricket team are playing at home this Saturday, July 4, against Church Fenton, but away the following Saturday, when they play St Chads.
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Friday, June 26, 2009
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Sicklinghall’s ‘Amazing Golfing Association’: The popular association, made up of gentleman who live within the parish, met at the world famous Alwoodley Golf Club for it’s 5th annual golf day on Monday, June 8th.
The weather was kind and the course, in superb condition, proved a challenging test of golf for all 16 participants; playing off full handicap, a Stableford competition, in teams of four, only two to count, few completed the round without losing one or more balls but all enjoyed the fellowship and the encouragement from the more competent players.
Joined by those few who were unable to play this year, we met at our local, the popular Scotts Arms, and sat down to a superb menu devised by our helpful host, Ted, and served by his friendly staff. Prizes were purchased from the pubs well stocked Farm Shop and presented to the winning team of Utrich Alexander, Neville Balmer, Chris Kirby and Tim Mansi. Other prizes were awarded for nearest the pin on various holes. The majority of members walked home!!
Next year’s event will take place on Monday, June 14 2010 and a warm invitation is extended to any gentleman, new to the village or new to the sport, to join our amazing association.
Contacts for more information: Utrich Alexander on 01937 586278 or Laurence Thomas on 01937 581634.
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Friday, June 19, 2009
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Sicklinghall Author: Sicklinghall can boast its very own author! Carol Wood, a resident in the village started writing stories in rhyme for her grandchildren. They were so popular that she was encouraged to publish them. Her first book is now available on Amazon entitled Grandma Carol’s Book of Stories in Rhyme. It is brightly illustrated by Joyce Butterfield and children will love to read about the antics of the different animal characters.
St Peter’s Church: St Peter’s Church Gardener’s Club is putting out a plea for helpers to tidy up the church garden. If any one can spare the time, volunteers will be very welcome to join the gardeners at church on Saturday, June 20 from 10am onwards. Come along and enjoy a morning in the fresh air. For more details please contact Derek Plows 01937 580632.
Sicklinghall Book Club: The next meeting of the Sicklinghall Book Club is on Tuesday, May 24 when the book to be discussed will be Gilead by Marilynne Robinson.
The Friends of Alfie Martin Tex Mex Evening: Last Saturday the village hall was transformed into a Mexican Hacienda with blow up cactuses and fairy lights as guests arrived to the sound of a Mariachi Duo, courtesy of the Leeds College of Music. Tequila sunrises, together with a warm evening, soon had everyone in party mood and dancing continued till late. During the evening an auction was held to raise money for neo natal care. Fiona Martin spoke of the vital equipment already in use as a result of previously raised funds. This amount had topped an amazing £250,000 over the seven years the charity has been operating. She warmly thanked her committee for their continued commitment and hard work.
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Friday, May 15, 2009
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Sicklinghall Cricket Club: The cricket season is well under way. The First X1 are playing against Great Preston on Saturday, May 16. This is an away match, as will be the next match, when they play Wetherby on Saturday, May 23.
D’Ore Ensemble: Musicians from BBC Symphony Orchestra are giving a concert in All Saints Church, Kirkby Overblow on Friday, May 29 at 7.30pm. Proceeds from this event will go towards fund raising for church maintenance and alterations. Tickets at £8 are available from the Shoulder of Mutton, Kirkby Overblow.
Book Club: The Book Club will be meeting on Tuesday, May 19 in The Scott’s Arms at 8.30pm to discuss ‘The Book Thief’ by Markus Zusak.
Friends of Alfie Martin: The Friends of Alfie Martin are holding a Tex Mex evening in Sicklinghall Village Hall on Saturday, June 13. This event will raise money for much needed special baby care transportation and intensive care facilities. The evening will begin with a drinks reception at 7.30pm. Supper will be Mexican style and music and dancing will continue till midnight. Tickets at £25 are available from Rupinder Sura-Collins (07980725951) or Fiona Martin (07711026761)
News: If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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Thursday, May 07, 2009
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Concert in aid of Sicklinghall Village Hall: Music lovers are reminded of the concert to be held on Saturday, May 9 in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Sicklinghall in aid of the Sicklinghall Village Hall Fund by the Elysian Singers. Entrance is £5 and the concert begins at 7.30 pm. Tickets may be obtained from choir members, Mrs Margaret Jacob (01937 587415) or Mr Ken Rigby (01937 582437).
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Friday, April 24, 2009
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SAGA: Sicklinghall’s Amazing Golf Association (established in 2005) is holding its annual golf tournament on Monday, June 8. An afternoon of golf will be followed by dinner at the Scott’s Arms in the evening. This is a popular event and any gentleman golfer, living within the parishes of Sicklinghall or Kearby is welcome to join in. Please contact Peter Owthwaite (01937 584344) or Utrich Alexander (01937 586278) for more details. Those members who have previously participated will be contacted direct, in April, with the venue and arrangements for this year.
Sicklinghall Cricket Club: Sicklinghall Cricket Club are hosting a “Night in the Wild West” on Friday, May 1 in Sicklinghall Village Hall at 7.30pm till late. This promises to be an exciting evening with line dancing to country and western style music and dining Mexican style with chilli and nibbles served throughout the evening.
Fancy yourself as a rodeo star? There’s an opportunity for you to ride the Bucking Bronco and have your name and time in lights. To help the evening go with a swing, the bar will serve, “Curly’s Special Moonshine” (scotch and tequila) for those hardy cow pokes, as well as all the usual drinks. Amazing prizes can be won in the raffle, such as free golf lessons, a meal for two at the Scott’s Arms, M&S vouchers and many more. The action doesn’t stop there! Curly’s gold is missing and is believed to be somewhere in the wild west town of Sicklinghall. Using a map and clues, you are challenged to find out where it is and who is hoarding it and so win some gold for yourself.
To participate in all this fun you need a ticket. These cost £10 and are available from John Wood (01937 587191) or Martin Wood (07894 400024). Fancy Dress would be great, but it is optional, so if this is your style, get yourself dressed up and join in the ho down!
Arts & Crafts Group: An art and crafts group meets in Sicklinghall Village Hall on Monday at 2pm. Already there is interest in needlework, painting and card making, but other ideas are welcome. For more details please ring Audrey (0113 2886169), Margaret (0113 2886166) or Beryl (0113 2886004).
Spring Concert: The Friends of All Saints’ Church Kirkby Overblow have arranged a concert of the D’Ore Ensemble (Musicians from the BBC Symphony Orchestra) to play in All Saints’ Church Kirkby Overblow on Friday, May 29 at 7.30pm. Tickets are £8 and are available from the Shoulder of Mutton Inn and shop, Kirkby Overblow.
News: If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at lougraham99@googlemail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, April 03, 2009
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Sicklinghall Playgroup: The playgroup are delighted that they have been awarded funding from North Yorkshire County Council to refurbish their outdoor play area. This will involve erecting fencing around the area to make it more secure. A playhouse will be the main feature, with window boxes so that the children can grow flowers from seed. Hopefully work on this will start at the beginning of April, just in time for the children to enjoy the summer playing outside.
The children are celebrating the end of a busy term with an Easter Egg Hunt this Friday.
St Peter’s Church: Two fund raising events are being planned for the summer, when hopefully the weather will be a lot warmer. Here is an opportunity to put the dates in your diary as the church will be grateful for your support.
There will be a Coffee Morning at Jean and Gordon Tennant’s home, Rock House, Back Lane on Saturday, May 16 from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The entrance fee of £2.50 will include a hot drink and a biscuit. There will also be a cake and produce stall and a raffle and of course a chance to wander around the garden. Parking can be difficult, so please leave cars on Main Street and walk round.
Mary Clarke is inviting people to enjoy her garden at Thornthwaite, Main Street, on some weekends and some Wednesdays, from noon till 4pm during the Summer. Picnics, dogs on leads and children are all welcome. Entrance fee will be £2.50 to include a hot drink and a cookie. Children will be free. These openings may vary, depending on the weather, so please look out for notice boards at the gates or phone 01937 584577 to check if open. This could form part of one of the popular walks around Sicklinghall. Contributions of home made biscuits, flapjack, shortbread etc will be most welcome (not cakes or scones) to keep in the freezer until needed.
Sicklinghall Friends: Just a reminder that the Annual Review meeting for the Sicklinghall Friends will be held in the village hall on Wednesday, April 8 at 7.30pm.
Sicklinghall Book Club: The next book to be discussed at the Book Club is The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. The story is set in Nazi Germany in 1939 and is centred around the character of Liesel, a nine year old girl, whose parents have been taken away to a concentration camp. If this book appeals, then you are welcome to join the group for a discussion on Tuesday, May 19 at 8.30pm in the Scott’s Arms.
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at lougraham99@googlemail.com
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Friday, March 20, 2009
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Daffodil Tea: A reminder that the school will be holding their annual Daffodil Tea on Wednesday, March 25 at 2.30pm in school. Everyone is welcome, including pre-school children, who will be able to join in the fun with their own Easter Egg Hunt. The main Easter Egg Hunt for the school children will be held at 3pm. Refreshments will be served in the school hall and there will also be a cake stall and a raffle. Pupils will be required to pay £1.75 entrance fee, everyone else is free.
Sicklinghall Village Hall: A reminder that there will be a village hall committee meeting on Thursday, March 26 at 7.30pm in the village hall.
St Peter’s Church: The last Lent Lunch is on Wednesday, March 25 at 1pm at All Saint’s Church, Kirkby Overblow, where homemade soup will be served, followed by a discussion at 3pm.
There will be a Mothering Day service on Sunday, March 22 at 9.30am in St Peter’s Church. Everyone is welcome.
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at lougraham99@googlemail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, March 06, 2009
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Sicklinghall CP School: The school will be holding their annual Daffodil Tea on Wednesday, March 25 at 2.30pm. This is always a popular event with the children, as they have the opportunity to hunt for half of a missing picture, hidden somewhere in the school grounds. When they have found the matching half, they are then given an Easter egg. Everyone wins an egg, as the older children help the younger ones to find their picture. The pre-school children are not left out either; they are given baskets to hunt for mini eggs hidden in a pile of straw. Details of other stalls and activities will be included nearer the time.
Sicklinghall Friends A reminder that the Sicklinghall Friends will be meeting for afternoon tea at Nidd Hall on Wednesday, March 11. The arrangements are for everyone to meet at the Hall for 2pm and afternoon tea will then be served at 3pm.
The Annual Review meeting for the Friends is being held on Wednesday, April 8 at 7.30pm in the village hall. All are welcome to this important meeting, when the events of this year’s programme will be discussed and plans for the future made.
Sicklinghall Parish Council: A reminder that the next Parish Council meeting will be held in the village hall on Thursday, March 12 at 7.30pm.
Sicklinghall Book Club: A reminder that the next meeting will be on Tuesday, March 17 at 8.30pm in the Scott’s Arms when the book for discussion will be a detective story Terracotta Dog by Andrea Camillen.
Lent Lunches: A reminder that the next Lent Lunch is on Thursday, March 12 at 1pm at St Barnabas Church, Weeton, where homemade soup will be served, followed by a discussion at 3pm.
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at lougraham99@googlemail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, February 20, 2009
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Lent Lunches: The first Lent Lunch for the Benefice of Lower Wharfedale will be held in Sicklinghall Village Hall on Wednesday, March 4 at 1pm. These will take on the same format as last year, when home-made soup and bread will be served, followed by coffee or tea. The Lent discussion will begin at 3pm. The topic this year is the Lord’s Prayer, which can easily be taken for granted. The discussions will “unpack” the Lord’s Prayer and reflect on its use and meaning. On a more practical note, the organisers of these meetings would be grateful if those attending brought their own bowl and spoon, but don’t worry, there will be some spare if you forget! Dates and venues for the remaining three Lent Lunches are as follows: Thursday, March 12 - 1pm St Barnabas, Weeton; Thursday, March 19 - 1pm St Barnabas, Weeton and Wednesday, March 25 - 1pm All Saint’s School, Kirkby Overblow.
Sicklinghall Parish Council: The first draft of a 20mph scheme outside the school has been seen and approved. Although there has been some reluctance to have speed bumps on the edge of the edge of the village, the parish council have been advised that this is the best way to cut speeding vehicles.
The “Little Red Bus,” that has been running in the mornings and afternoons to bring the children to and from school, has had to stop. The bus company has been unable to get the necessary funding to continue this run.
The next parish council meeting will be held in the village hall on Thursday, March 12 at 7.30pm.Sicklinghall Friends: Just a reminder that there is an outing to Nidd Hall for afternoon tea, on Wednesday, March 11. Please ring Judy Grundy 01937 582792 for further details.
News: If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at lougraham99@googlemail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, February 06, 2009
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Sicklinghall CP School: The school has now recovered from the Christmas flurry of activities last term and the children are now settled down to work on the various topics for this term. The popular subject of chocolate forms the basis of a geography and science topic both for the Y5/6 class and the R/Y1 class, whilst the Year 2/3/4’s are enjoying a topic on Australia.
This week the older children are looking forward to a visit to Harlow Carr for a science workshop and the whole school will be involved in a skipping workshop. The school continues to offer a range of after school activities. This term the children have the choice of football, athletics or rugby, as well as a lunchtime craft club.
The children look forward to “Dazzle Time” every half term, when all the staff offer an extra curriculum type workshop for the children to enjoy. These can range from jewellery making, gardening, nature walks, cookery, fondant icing modelling to a drama session. The whole school is involved and this special treat provides a suitable reward to the children for working hard throughout the half term.
As well as working hard, the children are involved in fund raising for the children in the Gambia. By holding an “Odd Sock” Day, they hope to raise enough money to sponsor a child in an Infant School in Gambia. This event will be organized by the School Council, a group of children elected by their peers to represent their class at school council meetings, when ideas for improving the school are discussed with the Head Teacher.
The PTFA are holding a cake and book stall in school on Friday, February 6 at 3.15pm. All are welcome, plus any cakes and old books that you would like to sell.
Sicklinghall Playgroup: Both the school and playgroup joined together on the last morning of the Christmas term, when R/Y1 class visited the play group to sing carols and enjoy each others company over a drink and a biscuit. This was such a success, that a future meeting is planned for the end of this term as well.
Nursery Rhymes provide the theme for this half term’s topic for the playgroup. The children are planning to have a morning when they will dress up as their favourite Nursery Rhyme character.
Sicklinghall Friends: A reminder that the February meeting for the Sicklinghall Friends will take the form of a musical afternoon at 2pm in Margaret Allen’s house – Mountain Ash Barn, Sicklinghall. Everyone is invited to bring along their favourite music, either on tape or CD.
Sicklinghall Parish Council: A plea for volunteers to help clear the weeds in High Flush Pond. If anyone is able to help, could they please contact Carol Warrington (01937 582410).
Sicklinghall Book Club: Members of the book club were unanimous in their enjoyment of the recent book club read – Black Diamonds by Catherine Bailey. Perhaps this was because the book had a local appeal, as it was set in the coal industry region of Yorkshire and told the personal story of a Yorkshire aristocratic family – the Fitzwilliams at Wentworth House. Everyone’s fascination and horror at the working and living conditions of the Yorkshire miners in the early 1900’s promoted a lengthy discussion of the book. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, March 17at 8.30pm in the Scott’s Arms when the book for discussion will be a detective story “Terracotta Dog” by Andrea Camillen.
News: If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at lougraham99@googlemail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, January 23, 2009
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Sicklinghall Friends:
The last meeting of the Sicklinghall Friends was in October, when Ann Copp talked about her experiences as a voluntary aid worker in Southern India with Aid Camps International in partnership with SCAD (Social Change and Development). The aim of the organization was to provide a block of therapy rooms for boarding schools to be used by children affected by physical and intellectual disabilities, many of whom have been rescued from child labour. Ann’s job as a short term volunteer was to prepare the buildings by lime-washing and painting. This work was done in the morning and in the afternoon she visited various schools, gypsy camps, a leprosy village and the salt pans, where many of the families worked, including young children.
Ann managed to raise £500 through sponsorship for this worthy cause. Everyone was fascinated by her talk and full of admiration for her hard work and that of the other dedicated group of volunteers.
The December meeting of the Friends was Christmas Dinner at the Scott’s Arms, which proved to be a popular event on which to finish the year’s programme.
There will be no January meeting, as the first meeting for 2009 will be a Musical Afternoon at Margaret Allen’s home, Mountain Ash Barn, Sicklinghall at 2pm. For more details of this event please contact Mrs Judy Grundy (01937 582792).
Sicklinghall Parish Council:
A plea from Sicklinghall Parish Council requesting that visitors to the cemetery, park their cars on the main street, rather than by the cemetery itself, as they block entrances to the bridle path, the field and the garage opposite. Thank you for your cooperation.
Another plea is to keep using the post office! We are very lucky to have this facility, which is open every Friday afternoon in the Scott’s Arms.
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or to announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at lougraham99@googlemail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, January 09, 2009
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Sicklinghall CP School: The village hall was filled to capacity on both Wednesday, December 10 and Thursday, December 11 to watch the school’s annual Christmas production. This year’s “Nativity” had an “X Factor” theme, with three judges looking for a Star. They were entertained by a variety of wonderful acts including “The Diablo Dudes,” who did amazing tricks with a Diablo and a Hoola Hooping Trio, who twisted and turned their bodies, as well as throwing hoops skilfully across the stage. Everyone sang all the catchy songs with enthusiasm and the audience joined in some of the more familiar tunes. Even with all this amazing talent, one judge was still not satisfied, believing there to be a special Star out there, which they had missed. He was right, the real Star was eventually spotted over a stable and everyone bowed down and offered gifts to the real Star of the show – Baby Jesus. The children and staff were rewarded for all their hard work by an appreciative audiences and also gifts of bouquets were presented by the governors and PTFA to all the staff as a thank you, not only for the Christmas Play, but for all their hard work throughout the year.
Christmas Celebrations in Sicklinghall: On Sunday, December 21 the congregation of the two churches in Sicklinghall – St Peter’s Church and the Church of Mary Immaculate – joined together to celebrate Christmas with readings from the bible and the singing of carols. Everyone met at 3.30pm at a festive St Peter’s Church, seasonally decorated with holly, candles and Christmas tree, where the Rev Stuart Lewis enthusiastically welcomed everyone to this historic occasion and lead the first part of the service. At 4pm with carol sheets firmly clasped in hands, the congregation made their way down to the car park next to the convent, where they sang “Away in a Manger” to some of the nuns who were unable to come to the carol service. At this point it was starting to get dark and everyone was grateful to enter the welcoming Church of Mary Immaculate, where they were warmly welcomed by Father Murphy, who finished the service with a special Christmas Blessing. The whole event, which was wonderfully attended by supportive parishioners, concluded with tea and mince pies in the village hall.
Book Club: A reminder that the book club is meeting on Tuesday, January 20 in The Scotts Arms at 8.30pm. The book being read this month is “Black Diamonds” by Catherine Bailey, a record of the rise and fall of the Fitzwilliam family – one of the coal barons of Yorkshire. Perhaps you can use one of your Christmas book tokens to buy a copy and join the group for the discussion!
News: If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or to announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at lougraham99@googlemail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, November 21, 2008
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St Peter’s Church Autumn Fair: Despite a drop in numbers attending the annual Autumn Fair this year, the committee was delighted to announce that they raised £601. 11 towards the upkeep of St Peter’s Church. They would like to thank all who supported this event, either by coming on the day, or giving a donation and also for those attending a stall. The tombola, as usual, was very popular and made a substantial contribution to the overall amount raised.
Sicklinghall Cricket Club: Some members of the cricket club enjoyed a successful night at the club’s Annual Dinner Dance and prize giving. For the first team Andy Wood was awarded the team’s batting prize; Lindsey Pearson, the bowling prize and Aian Siddiqui, the fielding prize. For the second team the batting prize was awarded to Paul Westerman, the bowling prize to Anand Palanival and the fielding prize to Dan Ferries. The first team players’ player award went to Andy Wood and the second team players’ player award went to Anand Palanival. The prize for the most improved player in the first team went to Aian Siddiqui and the prize for the most improved player of the second team went to George Barton. The Sicklinghall Cricket Club trophy was awarded to Lindsey Pearson for all the time and effort he has put into the club throughout the year. He was also given a picture by all the players and supporters, as a thank you for his continuing hard work.
One of the highlights of the evening was a speech by Colin Hayes, a local business man, who entertained everyone with his reminiscences of cricket. Over seventy cricketers, partners and friends enjoyed an entertaining evening at the Bridge Hotel to mark the end of another successful season for Sicklinghall Cricket Club.
Sicklinghall CP School: The school will be holding its annual Christmas Fair on Saturday, November 29 between 10am and 12.30am. All the popular stalls, such as the secret shop –when children have the opportunity to choose a special present for members of their family at child friendly prices – will be there. Other attractions include craft and gift stalls, cake stall, children’s games, teas and coffee and a special visit by Santa. A perfect place to start /complete your Christmas shopping, as well as have some fun.
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Friday, November 07, 2008
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Sicklinghall Friends: The next meeting of the Sicklinghall Friends will have a festive theme, as Tricia Staynes and Anne Hopper will demonstrate the art of Christmas Cracker making. This skill has been passed down through the family, as Tricia’s mother used to make boxes of crackers which were sold in major department stores. As well as making personalized crackers for the family at Christmas, they are also an impressive way to present a gift to friends. The demonstration will take place in Sicklinghall Village Hall this Wednesday, 12th November at 2pm.
St Peter’s Church Autumn Fair: St Peter’s Church are holding their annual Autumn Fair in the Village Hall on Saturday, November 15, from 2pm to 3.30pm. There will be a variety of stalls – plants, books, toiletries, bric a brac and cakes, plus the ever popular tombola and raffle. A bran tub and sweet stall will help to occupy the children, as well as a “Find the Treasure” game. Refreshments will be served throughout the afternoon. There will be an entry charge of 30p. All proceeds will go to St Peter’s Church.
The Friends of Alfie Martin: The Friends of Alfie Martin are holding a Christmas Sale on Friday, November 14 from 9.30am to 1pm at East Keswick Village Hall (Turn off Main Street between Butchers and Beauty Salon). Stalls include cards, festive luxuries, jewellery, accessories, homewares, preserves, cakes, gifts and much more! Entrance is £4 and includes tea/coffee and a mince pie. Come and enjoy a festive morning with friends and support raising funds for much needed Special Care Baby Transportation & Intensive Care Facilities.
Sicklinghall Cricket Club: A reminder that the cricket club will be holding their Annual Dinner at the Bridge Inn at Walshford this year, this Saturday, November 8. Tickets are £22. Please contact Stephen Wood (01423 865360) for details.
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Friday, October 24, 2008
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Harvest Festival: The bright Autumn sunlight shone through the windows of St Peter’s Church last Sunday, highlighting the beautiful floral arrangements and harvest produce on display. Families and friends gathered to give thanks for the yearly harvest and to present their own harvest gift for others less fortunate than themselves. The children from Sicklinghall School also contributed to the service with their singing of Harvest songs. Harvest celebrations continued after the service with a lunch in the village hall. A buffet lunch was provided by the friends of the church and everyone was invited to try a piece of the parish pie, made from the first apples produced by a recently planted tree in the church garden. Although the pie was cut into small pieces for all to try, there wasn’t quite enough for everyone, so some of the apples were included in a fruit salad! Both tasted delicious and were appreciated by everyone.
Friends of Alfie Martin: The quiz night held in the village hall last Saturday was a great success, raising over £1,500 for Special Care Baby Transportation and Intensive Care facilities. The hall was decked with patriotic bunting and flags; tables were covered in the Financial Times and adorned with red flowers and sauce bottles. The room was buzzing as teams battled with tortuous questions such as “which is the most popular fruit throughout the world?” Who would have guessed “tomatoes?” Sustenance arrived halfway through the evening in the shape of a polystyrene tray containing fish and chips, complete with bread and butter. The only thing missing was a cup of tea! Our quiz host and markers worked hard throughout the evening and at the end of the night awarded the winning team with a bottle of champagne. Thanks to the organizers for such an enjoyable evening.
The Rioja n Roll Evening: Held in the village hall was also very successful with over sixty people joining in the fun. “Beyond Ugly” enticed everyone onto the dance floor and the organizers were delighted that they were able to raise £760 for the Alzheimer’s Society and the Yorkshire Cancer Centre.
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Friday, August 22, 2008
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Sicklinghall Field Day: Sicklinghall’s annual Field Day is on Monday, August 25 from 2pm onwards. This is the main fund raising event for maintaining the village hall in such excellent condition and so bringing credit to the local community. The village hall is totally self financing, it does not receive any grants or subsidies and therefore relies very much on the community using the hall for social events and clubs, as well as donations from fund raising events such as Field Day. Field Day 2007 was a great success, raising a much needed £1,720. Hopefully this year, with everyone’s continued effort and generosity, this sum will be beaten and a “Fun Day” will be enjoyed by everyone.
Attractions will include the Stanley Newmarket Colliery band, traditional side shows and stalls, a bouncy castle for the children, teas served in the hall and a popular home produce and cake stall. There will also be a giant tombola and raffle. Other events for the children include a fancy dress parade, which has two classes – under 8 years of age and over 8 years of age. This will be judged at 2.30pm. All visitors of school age can enter a painting and drawing competition – entrants can choose their subject. The children’s races are always popular and begin at 4.15pm. The photographic competition for the J. Fryer Rose Bowl is open to all residents of any age and the theme is ‘Yorkshire’. Entries can be left with Mrs Angela Marlow at the Old Post Office or handed in at the hall by 11am on Field Day. For the energetic there is a cross country run which will start at 5pm. The less energetic can enjoy a more leisurely barbecue and bar in the grounds of the village hall, which will draw the whole day to a conclusion at around 6.30pm.
How can you help? Please help by coming along with your family and lots of friends and especially encourage any newcomers to the village to participate. Buy lots of raffle tickets and ask for more books to sell to friends and colleagues at work! Perhaps volunteer to work on a stall or side show. Offer to bake cakes and jam for the refreshment counter and the home produce and cake stall. Please donate big exciting prizes for the tombola. Give some really worthwhile items to the bric a brac and book stall, but please no jumble. Perhaps make a cash donation if you can’t attend. All these will help enormously to make a successful Field Day and will be greatly appreciated by the members of the committee. For any more information about this event, please contact Suzann Phillips (01937 585622).
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Friday, June 27, 2008
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St Peter’s Church Sicklinghall: The Flower Festival held last weekend at St Peter’s church was a wonderful community event with everyone helping in many different ways. The church was a riot of colour as every window ledge and surface was adorned with a flower display to represent a jewel from the Bible. Golden roses decorated the altar, silver lilies the font and colourful summer flowers cascaded from a high window like a waterfall. All who attended the Friday night preview enjoyed a glass of wine, delicious canapés, the company of friends and neighbours, as well as a chance to have a closer look at the flowers. Despite the drizzle, many visited the village hall on Saturday to enjoy a cream tea and admire the craft stalls. As usual the cake stall was popular and some of the children took part in the village trail competition and had their face painted. The weekend culminated in a Songs of Praise service in the church on Sunday afternoon, when hymns were sung accompanied by “The Collingham Band” and the children from Sicklinghall CP School performed songs from their recent “Pop Connections” CD. The Friends of St Peter’s Church would like to thank everyone who contributed in any way to the success of the weekend. The event managed to raise just over £1,100 which will be a great help towards the maintenance of this special church.
SAGA (Sicklinghall’s Amazing Golf Association): The amazing association’s 4th annual village golf day was held on Monday afternoon, June 9 at Headingley golf club in blazing sunshine. Headingley is a very stiff course, acknowledged as the oldest in the Leeds area. Sixteen seniors and two juniors from Sicklinghall and Kearby were not daunted by this challenge and completed the 18 hole Stableford. Everyone met up again at the Scott’s Arms in the evening for an excellent dinner and afterwards prizes were presented to the successful players. All prizes were bought at the pub’s own farm shop.
Next year’s event has been pencilled in for Monday, June 8 2009 and a warm invitataion is extended to any gentlemen new to the village or new to the sport, to join this amazing association. Neville Balmer, who has helped to launch and run the village golf day for the past four years is now handing over this responsibility to Utrich Alexander. He is grateful to Peter Owthwaite’s help in guiding him through the complex mysteries of golfing rules and is now looking forward to enjoying 2009’s event totally free from personal stress. Anyone wishing to join this amazing association should contact Peter Owthwaite, 01937 584344 or Utrich Alexander 01937 586278.
Sicklinghall Friends: The Sicklinghall Friends had a very enjoyable summer outing to Helmsley on Wednesday, June 11. This proved to be such a popular event that a mini bus was booked to take its 16 members to this pretty North Yorkshire market town. Although this was a return trip for many, a few had not visited Helmsley before and appreciated having the opportunity to explore its individual shops and gardens.
The next event on the Friends’ programme is a talk about the Caribbean, accompanied by slides. These are usually of a very high standard and all are invited to attend. This will be held in the village hall on Wednesday, July 9 at 7.30pm.
Sicklinghall Cricket Club: The First XI will be playing at home against Oulton on Saturday, June 28, whilst the Second XI are playing away against Leeds Police.
News: If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or to announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, June 13, 2008
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St Peter’s Church Sicklinghall: A Flower Festival will take place in St Peter’s Church, Sicklinghall on Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22, with a review evening on Friday, June 20 at 7pm. Tickets for this event will be £5 to include a glass of wine. The theme for the flower arrangements will be ‘Jewels from the Bible’ so it promises to be a very colourful exhibition. This is a family festival as on the Saturday, there will cream teas served at the village hall from 11am to 4.30pm, as well as cake and craft stalls. There are various activities for the children, including face painting and a village trail. The finale of the weekend is a Songs of Praise service in the church at 4pm with hymns accompanied by The Collingham Band and the children from Sicklinghall CP School performing songs from the recent Pop Connections CD. St Peter’s church will be open from 11am with refreshments being served all day. The Friends of St Peter’s Church are very much looking forward to welcoming visitors to this special weekend and hope that you can come and join in.
100 Club: The second draw of the St Peter’s Church 100 club took place on Sunday, April 6. Three lucky winners of the second draw have now received their prizes, the first prize being £90. Anyone wishing to join the St Peter’s 100 Club will help St Peter’s meet its financial obligations and perhaps make some money for themselves. This would be a good time to join. The cost is minimal, only £1 per week payable either quarterly or annually by cheque (made payable to - The St Peter’s 100 Club) or by direct debit. For more information please contact Mike Grundy on 01937 582792 or Derek Plows on 01937 580632.
Book Club: The next book to be discussed is The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory. The meeting for this will take place in the Scott’s Arms at 8pm on Monday, July 14.
The Lower Wharfedale Scout Group: The scout group meet every Thursday during term time in Sicklinghall village hall. So far they have had a very busy Summer term. The Beaver group (age 6-8) have covered topics on astronauts, “What’s Special About Me?” and worked very hard to achieve their Creative Badge, making weather clocks and puppets, culminating in a very imaginative puppet show! For St George’s day, the boys had their faces painted with the England flag and made flags using red and white material. They have also been taught about the importance of recycling and after spending a week collecting cardboard and plastic, they walked to the recycling centre at the Scott’s Arms to “post” their items.
The cub group (age 8-10) has been meeting irregularly due to lack of leaders. However leaders from other groups have helped since Easter, to ensure that the group continues to meet.
There are currently places available in both the beaver and cub packs – girls welcome! Volunteers to help with the activities are also welcome. Any enquiries, please contact Lorraine Goodhand 01132 886097.
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Friday, May 16, 2008
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Sicklinghall Cricket Club: The cricket season is well under way with an encouraging start by the First XI team. Sicklinghall Cricket Club run two senior sides in Division 1 and 4 of the Wetherby District Cricket League. So far the First XI have played Barwick on April 19. They won this match by four wickets. They also beat Kippax at home on April 26, by 97 runs. Unfortunately they lost to Wetherby on May 3 by 74 runs. The next match will be on home territory against Spofforth on Saturday, May 17. This promises to be an exciting match and all local support will be welcome. The second XI team are hoping for their first win of the season against Great Preston on Saturday, May 17. This will be an away match. Fund raising activities, such as a recent Race Night held in the village hall, have helped the club to maintain the ground and purchase a new score board.
Sicklinghall School: The KS2 children enjoyed a very interesting visit to the Mayor’s Chamber in Harrogate last week. The Mayor outlined the role of his office and allowed the children to try on his Mayoral robes and chain. After experiencing sitting in the Mayor’s special chair, the children enjoyed a glass of orange and a biscuit before returning to school.
By popular request the school held a Beetle Drive in the village hall on Friday, April 25. This game, which appeals to all ages, always draws a crowd and the sound of shaking dice and shouts of “Beetle”, echoed throughout the hall. Half way through the evening, a supper of pizza and salad was served by the PTFA. At the end of the evening the committee was given a warm vote of thanks for providing such an entertaining fund raising event and then prizes were awarded to the winners and losers of the game.
Northern Spirit Singers: On Saturday, May 3, the congregation of All Saints Church, Kirkby Overblow, were entertained by a talented group of young people called the Northern Spirit Singers, who were all connected with Durham University, either as former or present students. Their repertoire included a range of choral music from early medieval church music to a modern arrangement of The Beatles song Blackbird. At the end of the evening they left their audience entranced by their enthusiasm and talent. They were sincerely thanked by the vicar Stuart Lewis, who requested a repeat performance in the near future. The audience were able to relive the evening by purchasing a CD of the choir’s music.
SAGA: A reminder that Sicklinghall’s Amazing Golf Association is holding their next annual meeting on Monday, June 9 at Headingley Golf Course. The tournament will start at 2pm and will be followed by a meal in the Scott’s Arms, where prizes will be awarded for various levels of play! Anyone interested in joining SAGA should ring Peter Owthwaite 01937 583383.
Book Club: The Book Club will be meeting on Tuesday, May 20 in The Scott’s Arms at 8.15pm to discuss The Inheritance of Loss by Kiran Desai.
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, May 02, 2008
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The Village Hall: The curry evening held at the village hall on Saturday, April 26 was a great success with over sixty people enjoying delicious Indian food supplied by Spice 4U together with live entertainment.
The evening began at 7.30pm with a glass of wine, followed by the arrival of a large variety of delicious curries, rice, samosas and poppadums. Everyone enjoyed the opportunity of chatting with friends and neighbours, as well as dancing to the sounds of the sixties from the The Classic Duo. The evening not only proved to be great fun but also raised welcome funds towards the upkeep of the village hall.
The village hall is used on a regular basis by a wide range of groups throughout the year. The Playgroup has been running for many years and meets in the hall every morning. The recently formed Cubs and Beavers club meet every Thursday evening and a sewing group gathers every Monday afternoon. Yoga is another popular class and takes place on Monday evenings and Friday afternoons. In addition the village hall is available to rent for children’s parties, family socials and weddings.
The main fund raising event for the village hall takes place on August Bank Holiday Monday, when everyone gathers for the popular Field Day. At this event music is provided by a local band and there are stalls, competitions and cream teas. All age groups can compete in a variety of races, including a cross country run and the day concludes with a sizzling barbecue. The village hall plays an important part in the life of our village and everyone is keen to support it in many different and imaginative ways.
Sicklinghall School: The children enjoyed various fund raising events for Water Aid at the end of the spring term. They held a Pyjama Day in school, when everyone, including the teachers, came dressed in bedtime attire. During the afternoon a Wellie Disco took place in the school hall for all the classes. Wearing wellies didn’t seem to restrict the style of the dancers as they enjoyed moving to the latest sounds!
The older children have been invited to the Mayor’s chambers in Harrogate to meet the Mayor and learn about his role in local government.
The year 6 children have also had their annual visit to Crucial Crew. Here they take part in various ‘make believe’ situations which are organized by local agencies to help them react to a possible real life problem and find solutions, which may actually be life saving.
The younger children visited the Sculpture Park in Wakefield and on their return to school have been inspired to produce some very exciting art work.
Choral Concert: Members of the Parish have been invited to attend a concert at All Saints Church Kirkby Overblow. This will be held at 7.30pm on Saturday, May 3 when the audience will be entertained by The Northern Spirit Singers. This group of singers has played all over the UK as well as performing with Lesley Garrett. Tickets, in aid of the church are £6 and there will be wine and soft drinks available by donation.
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, April 18, 2008
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Sicklinghall Friends: Sicklinghall Friends is a recently formed group for ladies from in and around the village. They would warmly welcome new members who may be interested in talks, demonstrations, outings and meals. The first meeting has taken place and drawn up a very varied and interesting programme of events for the forthcoming year, starting with lunch at the Windmill Inn at Linton on Wednesday, May 14 at 12.30pm. Future arrangements include a summer outing to Helmsley on Wednesday, June 11 and an evening presentation on the Caribbean by Peter Brooks, in the village hall on Wednesday, July 9. Reminders of these and other events will be included in this column. Anyone who would like to join the Sicklinghall Friends should contact Judy Grundy on 01937 582792.
The Village Hall: A curry evening is being held at Sicklinghall Village Hall on Saturday, April 26 to help raise money for this important building. It should prove to be great fun with live music by “The Classic Duo” and the food provided by “Spice 4 U” of Wetherby. Tickets are £15 and include the meal and first drink. There will also be a licensed bar. Tickets are available from Claire Slater (01937 58937) or Suzanne Philips (01937 585622).
Book Club: The Book Club met in The Scotts Arms on Tuesday, March 18 to discuss ‘When a Crocodile Eats the Sun’ by Peter Godwin – a fascinating portrayal of a family’s life in Zimbabwe and the effect of the increasing chaos on their lives. The book being read for the next meeting on Tuesday, May 20 at 8pm is ‘The Inheritance of Loss’ by Kiran Desai.
St Peter’s Church : A Flower Festival will take place in St Peter’s Church on Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22 with a preview evening on Friday, June 20 at 7pm. Tickets for this event will be £5 to include a glass of wine. The theme for the flower arrangements will be ‘Jewels from the Bible’ so it promises to be a very colourful exhibition. More information regarding this event and where to purchase tickets will be available nearer the time.
News: If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, February 29, 2008
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Murder Mystery: The Murder Mystery Dinner held at the Scotts Arms on Friday, February 8 was a great success. Over thirty people attended the evening, which began with a cocktail in the bar and was then followed by a three course meal. The landlord himself was finally discovered to be the “murderer” and was duly “arrested” by a member of staff. Even some of the regulars at the pub were asked to give evidence and became involved in the drama. The idea came from the floor manager of the pub, Nina Prescott, who is a member of a drama group in Leeds called Marie Art. The popularity of evening has prompted her to write her own Murder Mystery, which will form the basis for another evening event in April.
The Scotts will be offering their usual Sunday menu for Mother’s Day and have a varied array of hampers for sale with a Mothers Day theme.
The barn shop continues to offer locally sourced and organic food for sale. This is conveniently open during pub hours and is ideal for any forgotten item of shopping or a gourmet gift.
Sicklinghall Friends: The Sicklinghall Friends held their first meeting since the break up of the Yorkshire Country Womens’ Association in December. Sadly the membership for this club had declined but it was agreed that the members would like to continue to meet on a more informal basis. After the meeting of the new club in February, everyone felt very positive about its future. Subsequently a varied programme of events is planned. This includes some visits to local places of interest and meetings attended by guest speakers.
Mothering Sunday: The Family Communion for Mothering Sunday will be held at St Peter’s Church at 9.30am
Village News: If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, February 15, 2008
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Sicklinghall C P School: The Ladies Pamper Evening, held in school on Friday, February 1 was a great success. Thanks to the organizing committee, the evening ran smoothly with everyone enjoyed a relaxing, social event. The hard work was richly rewarded with the PTFA managing to raise over £800. Definitely an event to repeat in the future!
Another fun way to raise money for charity is to use the fact that this year is a leap year. To celebrate, the children will be taking part in a non uniform day. They will have to give a donation to be able to dress up as something that leaps! This could be anything from a hare to a grasshopper.
Africa is the theme for this term’s work in school. Through art work, the class rooms have been transformed into an African jungle, with colourful masks adorning the walls and a replica of mud hut forming the venue for tribal meetings. As part of this theme, the children’s attention has been particularly drawn to the importance of water in the life of an African village. With this in mind they also intend to raise funds for Water Aid later in the term. A visit to a Water Treatment Works near Goole has also been planned for the children in KS2.
The whole school will participate in an African Drumming Day, which will involve the children taking part in various exciting drumming workshops throughout the day. Perhaps it might be best to give school a wide berth on that particular day!
St Peter’s Church: During the period of Lent, a series of four lunches will be held in Sicklinghall Village Hall on Wednesdays, February 13, 20, 27 and Wednesday, March 5 at 1pm. This will be a simple meal of soup and bread, followed by a discussion. The theme for these discussions is “Wrestling with God” and will have a different focus for each of the four weeks. Everyone is welcome to attend and requested to bring a bowl and spoon! In addition to the Lent discussion group, there will also be a midweek Communion Service at 9.30am. These will be held in the Parish churches of North Rigton, Kirkby Overblow and Sicklinghall on the Wednesdays of the Lent lunches.
Sicklinghall Parish Council: The chairman of the parish council, Carol Warrington and residents of Sicklinghall would like to thank Hedley Saville and the working party of men from the village, who cleared all the rubbish that Alan Proudfoot had removed from the pond. They did a wonderful job, the pond area is now looking in pristine order.
There is still a problem with dog fouling in the village. This is a particular problem to Sephton Baxter, who has agreed to take on the grass cutting in the village. He has made a special request that owners clear up after their dogs to avoid his strimmer re-distributing the….well you know - I’ll leave it to your imagination!
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, January 18, 2008
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Sicklinghall CP School: PTFA Events - The latest PTFA event is “A Ladies Pamper Evening”, which will take place in school on Friday, February 1. Come and enjoy a relaxed evening of pampering and retail therapy, plus a spot of socializing. There will be an entrance fee of £3, which includes a free goodie bag. The enticing menu of treatments includes: Indian Head Massage, Acupressure Massage, Chinese Massage, Hand/Foot/Back/Neck & Shoulder Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Colour Analysis, Facial, Make Up, Mini Pedicure and Manicure, plus Eye Brow Shape. Sessions will last between 15 and 20 minutes and will cost £5 each session. It is possible to book a double session for £10. In order to get your favoured choice and time, it is necessary to pre-book your treatments and pay in advance. You will then be issued with a receipt detailing the time and room location of your treatment. There will also be various stalls selling beauty products and gifts. Extra fund raising on the night will be in the form of a raffle with a wide selection of donated prizes. Refreshments will also be available, including a chocolate fountain! This promises to be a popular evening, so if you would like to book a treatment, please collect a form from the school. (Tel 01937 582494).
Sicklinghall Playgroup: The children at the playgroup enjoyed many exciting activities during the lead up to Christmas, including a visit from Santa and a party on the last day of term. A popular event with the parents is always the Nativity Play, which brought its moments of anxiety, when Mary thought she had lost baby Jesus. Luckily Angel Gabriel came to the rescue and was given the thumbs up sign from Mary when Jesus was safely delivered into her arms.
The theme for this half of the term is Shapes, Colours and Numbers. People Who Help Us, will be the focus for the second half and this will include a visit from the Police and Fire Brigade. There will also be a visit from the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association, which is always popular with the children as they bring a dog for the children to meet.
The Playgroup meets in the Village Hall, Monday to Friday, 9.15am – 12-15am. If you would like further information, please contact Emma (Tel 07900 992314).
Yorkshire Country Women’s Association: It was agreed at the last meeting that the Sicklinghall branch of the YCA should break their connection with this association and become the Sicklinghall Friends. This group will meet occasionally to hear speakers or discuss relevant matters and also arrange outings. A new agenda will be drawn up in May and this will be publicized at a later date.
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, January 04, 2008
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Sicklinghall CP School: The village hall was filled to capacity on both Wednesday, December 12 and Thursday, December 13 to watch the school’s annual Christmas production. A Modern Day Miracle was a nativity with a difference. Written by the staff, this lively musical was set in Bethlehem airport. A bright star had interfered with traffic control and brought flights to a stand still. Groups of tourists, shepherds and rock star kings were all bizarrely brought together to witness the birth of a special baby. The children sang the appealing songs with enthusiasm and the audience enjoyed the topical humour of the script.
A more traditional occasion was the Christingle service in St Peter’s Church, when the children, parents and friends gathered to hear the origin of the Christingle service and to worship the Birth of Christ with carols, readings and prayers. This was followed by tea and mince pies back in school. It also provided an opportunity for the school and parents to say goodbye and thank you to the school secretary, Mrs Jill Blackman, who has been such a mainstay in the office for seventeen years and will be greatly missed.
The PTFA issued large blue bin bags to families at the end of term. These are to be filled with any unwanted clothes. This should provide an ideal incentive to clear out your wardrobe for a fresh start to the New Year. These bags are due for collection on Wednesday, January 23. Proceeds from this project will go towards the purchase of a suspended screen and projector for the school hall.
Parish Council: The parish council would like to inform the residents of Sicklinghall that they have received a message from the Neighbourhood Watch scheme, warning against bogus telephone callers, who are posing as representatives of Marks and Spencer. The caller asks to check personal details of the householder.
A general plea to everyone to use the village Post Office. This is open every Friday afternoon in the Scotts Arms pub. With the recent threat of closure of many Post Offices, we may be required to write letters of support to keep it open.
Book Club: A reminder that the book club is meeting on Tuesday, January 22 in The Scotts Arms at 8pm. The book being read this month is The Memory Keeper’s Daughter. Perhaps you can use one of your Christmas book tokens to buy a copy and join the group for the discussion!
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or to announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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Friday, December 14, 2007
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Sicklinghall CP School: The Christmas fair on Saturday, December 1 was well supported and raised over a £1000 towards school funds. As well as a valuable fund raising event, the fair provides an opportunity for friends and past pupils to meet and catch up.
Other events at school included the Christmas concert, which this year was a Nativity set in Bethlehem airport! There will also be a Christingle service for the children, parents and friends of the school in St Peters Church on Thursday, December 20, to which all are warmly invited.
The Scotts Arms: This well known pub is continuing to play an important role in the life of the village. Not only is it open daily for food and beverages, but it now has an impressive farm style shop attached to the premises. This offers a wide variety of essential household items, delicatessen foods and gourmet gifts. A popular section of the shop for children is the sweet stall with its jars of inviting confectionary. The hours conveniently correspond with the opening times of the pub. Further information can be found on the Scotts Arms web site www.scottsarms.com.
Another attraction of the pub is the social groups which meet regularly each month. The first Tuesday of each month is Ladies night, when anyone is invited to catch up with local news, make new friends and enjoy a glass of wine. A similar meeting takes place for the men in the village on the second Tuesday in the month. Finally a book club meets on the third Tuesday of every second month, which gives everyone chance to actually read the chosen book!
Christmas Carol Service: A reminder that the Christmas Carol Service takes place on Sunday, December 16 at 4pm.
If you would like to advertise an event, meeting or announce any general village news, please contact Lou Graham at nigelgraham99@hotmail.com or 01937 583383.
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