UPDATED, FRIDAY 12th APRIL
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Thankfully we are now in Spring — although the weather was still a little nippy yesterday, we were able to have the doors open at our Coffee Morning.
As it was still the Easter break, we did have a fair number of residents enjoying the usual hospitality, chats and raffle prizes. The hampers donated to the Raffle were amazing — so thank you to those who bought them along!
We raised £158 — all to go to the hall’s maintenance.
An issue that came up on the morning was the mobile post office. Paul Richards (Chair of the Parish Council) and myself have been very vocal with The Post Office regarding our objections. Some feedback from those wishing to use the ‘service’ have found it very difficult to navigate. A local resident who has sight impairment was left stressed by the whole ordeal, and another with significant mobility issues unable to access at all. Others have also found the whole system unfriendly for accessing. I shall be forwarding the complaints to The Post Office — watch this space! [also this space! — Webmaster]
We have a Grand Sale of Bric-a-Brac and Collectables on the 20th of April, sited in front of the Village Hall.
On the 30th of June is the Open Gardens — which we hope will be taken advantage of and enjoyed.
We look forward to seeing everyone at our next Coffee Morning on the 9th of May. Again, any bric-a-brac is much appreciated, along with donations to the Raffle.
Caroline Salisbury
Village Hall Chair
UPDATED SUNDAY, 7th APRIL
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Our next Coffee Morning session is this Thursday, 11th, from 10:00am to 11:30. As always donations are welcome for the raffle and bric-a-brac.
Don't forget, too, that we have another Grand Bric-a-brac Sale on Saturday week, 20th April from 10am to 1pm, all in aid of the Village Hall — for further details contact Mel or Mary W.
Caroline Salisbury,
Village Hall Chair
UPDATED 1st APRIL
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We had a pre-Easter Coffee Morning on March 14th which was lovely with a wonderful raffle, thanks to the donations of Easter bunnies and many offerings of chocolates.
Again, the local residents enjoyed the raffle and the amount of new bric-a-brac on offer — always very welcome. Mel (who organises the bric-a-brac and shop) once more made everything look 'buy me', made a good amount for the hall.
Mary, our eBay go-to, has done a fabulous job selling donations which contribute to ensure we maintain the Village Hall and its activities.
There was one subject on resident's minds, and that was the closure of the Post Office, which (from 27th March) will now be a mobile unit on Wednesdays between 13:45 and 15:45. Of course, this is not popular, but we are still trying to engage with The Post Office on this subject — hopefully 'watch this space'.
We made a good amount this month — £310 — incredible!! We look forward to greeting locals and anyone who would like to pop in for a coffee and enjoy the raffle. Only £1.00 entry for tea/coffee and biscuits, and £1.00 a strip for the raffle.
We look forward to welcoming all that want to meet and chat.
Caroline Salisbury
Village Hall Chair
UPDATED SATURDAY, 13th JANUARY
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The first Coffee Morning of 2024 was a real success. Although a cold day, the turnout was fantastic. Once again, the raffle was fun and saw some wonderful hampers made up as part of the prizes on offer. Thank you to all those who donated gifts and bric a brac. The morning made £179 which is so welcome.
Thanks to all the volunteers and residents who make the morning so special! We are always looking for new members of the community to offer their time as part of the Management Committee and Village Hall developments. If you are interested, please do contact me.
As always donations are welcome for the raffle and bric-a-brac. Our next session will be on 8th February.
The Annual General Meeting will be held in April — I will post the actual date next month, but this is a time for you all to attend, and bring your thoughts and ideas for discussion.
Have a great 2024!
Caroline Salisbury
Village Hall Chair
POSTED ON 1st JANUARY, 2024
Happy New Year, everybody!
Our next Coffee Morning is on 11th January, from 10:00 to 11:30. All donations for the bric-a-brac tables are very welcome, as are any raffle prizes you wish to donate.
Don’t forget, we have lots of activities for people to join — just check our Village Hall webpages, and see what classes and groups are on offer.
Caroline Salisbury,
Village Hall Chair