Jan 10, Issue 23, The Sprotbrough Arrow

January 2010

Issue No. 23

Happy New Year To all our readers

Local News

Film Review

„Where the wild things are‟

Doncaster Motoring

What‟s on

And much more...

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Editors letter...

Well the bubbly is on ice and we should all be preparing to see in 2010. For those of us past the age of 30, 2010 sounds like the name of some futuristic movie!! Maybe it‘s just me, I can‘t believe where the time goes, I know it‘s a cliché, but it‘s so true!

Talking of movies... you will see a we have a new ‗whats on‘ review page for the cinema and new dvd releases, let me know what you think of Dex‘s reviews and if there is anything you would like him to review in the future.

Our monthly pet feature is looking to answer any questions you may have regarding your pet/s, if you have any questions you would like to ask the VETS4PETS team, please e-mail or call me using the contact details below.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all Arrow readers, advertisers and contributors for their support over the year and to wish you all a happy and prosperous 2010.

Michelle

Michelle

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Gas Electric & Solid Fuel The areas largest established supplier of:  Surrounds  Marbles  Tiles  Cast Iron Fireplaces  Dog Grates  Stoves  Solid Fuel Spares

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Carolyn

Contact Details Editor & Sales

Michelle Sidebottom Tel:01302 534256

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Email: michelle@arrowpublications.co.uk

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Finance Julie Morrell Tel:01302 770216 E-mail:

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News, News, News, News, News, News St Mary‟s Sprotbrough Annual Christmas Fayre Santa and Villagers brave the elements Santa was taking no chances with the weather when he travelled to St Mary‘s Christmas Fayre in Sprotbrough on Saturday 28th November 2009. To the delight of all awaiting him, he arrived on time in a big red Land Rover and declared the Fayre open. Then it was down to business, as he checked his presents and prepared to receive the 130 children who passed through the magnificent Grotto during the day.

There was something for young and old alike at the Fayre including; cakes, tombola, books, CD‘s, 10 hampers raffle, handicrafts, gifts and a number of games.

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News, News, News, News, News, News The new Safe Cracker was a hit with two folk cracking the combination to take away the cash inside! Business was brisk too over in the Stable and Barn where welcome refreshments and lunches were served.

A huge ―thank you‖ to all who supported the Fayre and to those who worked tirelessly preparing such a wonderful event again. The Victorian themed Grotto was an absolute delight.

Thanks too, Simon, for transporting Santa in the Land Rover. A great day was had by everyone, despite the weather and over £2500 was raised for Church Funds!

Richmond Hill Primary School Support CHILDREN IN NEED Richmond Hill pupils raised £266.60 for Children in Need. A big thank you to everyone who contributed. A special mention to Alanna Young in Y1B who did a sponsored bike ride and raised a total of £37.50! Well done!

Happy New Year Everyone David Mears

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Lynsey‟s wild idea becomes a roaring success Parti Animals is a Doncaster based business which was set up by owner Lynsey Chambers (photographed right) in April 2009. Initially Lynsey started the business to provide party food and party bags for children, Lynsey then became a member of the Doncaster Chamber of Commerce and was asked to cater for some business lunches and has since then has branched out and now provides catering for many more of the Doncaster based businesses and for various different occasions or events such as Christmas parties, Birthdays, Christenings, Picnics, Business Lunches, Office Parties, corporate events etc, and even through the recession, Lynsey is going from strength to strength.

Lynsey has been awarded a 5* scores on the doors rating from Environmental health, the highest rating for hygiene, and thrives on providing a service that is second to non.

Parti Animals are always looking for opportunities to become more involved in the local community and has made donations to many of the local schools, most recently sponsoring the Branton St Wilfrids PTA school calendar to help raise money for new computers. is giving you the chance to win

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To find out more information about Parti Animals please visit www.partianimals.co.uk or contact Lynsey on 07779 715898, or by email on info@partianimals.co.uk

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Find the advert! email Lynsey on the address above with your name, address and contact number as well as the page number where Lynsey’s Parti Animal advert is placed in January’s Arrow.

Competition closes 15th Jan 2010

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The crime figures for Sprotbrough during the months of November and December have been quite encouraging. Touching wood, burglaries have been lower than at other times, as have thefts of and from motor vehicles. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that this continues into the New Year!

Of course, the crime figures could be even lower however, we're all a little un-thinking at times. Hearing reports of persons leaving their handbags or wallets in insecure vehicles, even momentarily, doesn't help the cause of trying to reduce crime. But, even when secured, it's sensible to remove items of value from your vehicle. If it's in view, it's always a temptation to any opportunist thief to break into your car!

The same applies to property - your house, garage and shed. It takes moments for a burglar to enter insecure property and steal your valuables. You've spared him/her the hard part of having to force entry! But remember, it also only takes you a moment to lock your doors and prevent such a crime from occurring in the first place!

PC 3337 Lynne Walker Sprotbrough Community Beat Manager

I highlight these crimes purely to make residents aware that such incidents can and do happen in Sprotbrough. For fear of sounding like a hard task master, I don't want such crimes happening to you! Obviously, if burglars force their way into your property, through locked doors and windows, then that's a different matter.

'Cold callers' and 'bogus officials' are still a problem throughout the whole of Doncaster. These are the people who arrive un-expectedly on your doorstep and knock on your door. They're either selling something, offering to do work on your house or using distraction tactics to gain access into your home, to then steal. Recent reports in Sprotbrough highlight a company offering to fit free security alarms.

Some of these callers may be quite innocent and legitimate but be careful who you let into your home. Remember, as the householder, you're in control of who you let into your house - you say whether or not you want to buy anything from them. Not all callers are criminals but the choice to engage with them is up to you. It could be a risk! Many people fear confrontation with 'cold callers' some don't find it easy to say 'no.' There's no need to be rude but there's nothing wrong either with declining their services and shutting the door on them!

I've known people sign up to mobile phone deals with 'cold callers' at their door. Having given these 'strangers' their bank account details, they've later questioned whether it was a wise move. I've really no idea but I'd suggest that you make sure you're happy with the callers before you supply them with any important personal information. Perhaps the moral of the story is that, if you're not sure about it, don't do it - leave well alone. There are plenty of legitimate businesses and shops with which to trade. Fitting free security alarms sounds too good to be true to me!

Once again, keep up the good work in Sprotbrough. The crime figures and our safety and security are relying on you all!

PC 3337 Lynne Walker Sprotbrough Community Beat Manager Edlington Safer Neighbourhood Team Tel: 01302 385488 E-mail: lynne.walker3337@southyorks.pnn.police.uk

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Nominations please for Flowers for Someone Special...

Do you know someone special?

Someone who has gone the extra mile for others or someone who just deserves something nice.

The Arrow and Tracyâ€&#x;s Flowers in Balby would like to make that special persons day with a beautiful bouquet delivered to their door! Let us know who they are and why they deserve a bouquet.

Contact Michelle Sidebottom by e-mail or call 01302 534256 to nominate.

I would like to nominate my mum, Margaret Smith, as she has gone through so much in her life. Mum had tb when we were young and she lost a kidney and half her bladder. Mum has lost nearly all her eye sight through a blood clot and has had two knee replacements. However, she never complains, she organised a dance night at the Goldsmiths Centre and all the money raised went to cancer research. Mum puts music on every Saturday night with my dad at the British Legion club for people to dance to. My family flooded in 2007 and mum took us all in, at the time, mum found out she had breast cancer and had to have her breast removed and is now in remission with 3 years of treatment left to go. Mum is so brave and I think she deserves a special treat, she‘s always thinking of others and we love her so much, Sandra Burton.

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New Year health advice for pet owners Now that Christmas is over, many of us may be feeling the effects of over indulgence during the festive period. January is traditionally a time when we think about joining the gym or going on a diet but owners should also be thinking about their pet‘s waistlines too.

An overweight pet is just as serious as an overweight owner, but many are not even aware their pet may be carrying extra weight. The health implications for pets can also be very serious with both diabetes and arthritis linked to pet obesity. These conditions are manageable, especially if caught early, but making sure your pet is a healthy weight will significantly reduce the risk of them developing in the first place.

At Vets4Pets in Doncaster we have been running an initiative called the Kilo Crunch Challenge, which aims to address the issue of pet obesity and offers overweight pets a free weight check along with diet and exercise advice to help achieve a target weight.

The challenge has now come to an end but many thanks to everyone that entered, We will be announcing the practice winner soon. However, we are still committed to making sure owners have the help and advice they need to ensure their pets remain happy and healthy. Managing a pet‘s diet and exercise is a long term commitment and owners can still bring their pets in for free weight check consultations.

Please ask in the practice for more details at Unit 2a, Wentworth Road, Wheatley, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN2 4DB or call 01302 556 868.

Rebecca Aldren, practice partner at Vets4Pets in Doncaster.

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Dear Reader, It‟s that time of year again when we are supposed to make our New Year Resolutions – it‘s okay making one, sticking to it is the problem!

As a busy working Mum, this year mine is to have some ‗me time‘ - just a couple of hours each week will be enough - to keep me sane! Whether it‘s a treatment at the salon or reading a book or socialising, I don‘t mind, but I am determined to do it.

That leads me perfectly to our well known annual New Year promotion ‗4-425‘. Choose 4 treatments from our list (see advert) and pay only £25 – an ideal answer to ‗me time,‘ don‘t you think? With January upon us we can often suffer generally from dehydration. The weather is cold and ‗bites‘ at our skin, and at this time of the year we live with the heating on at home, in the car and at work. Small wonder that it plays havoc with our skin, but especially our faces and nails.

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Special Person Perfect Harmony and the Arrow would like to forward this month’s gift voucher to Claire Poultney in recognition of the time she gives to help so many people, e.g.: Richmond Hill School, Active Under 5s’ playgroup and Crusaders’ football team!

January Beauty Quote

Some people, no matter how old they get, never lose their beauty - they merely

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SYCAMORE HALL Preparatory School for Boys and Girls aged 4 - 11 “Making the right choice” Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will ever make as a parent. Here at Sycamore Hall we recognise that school should not only be a place of education, but a happy, secure world where childhood memories are made, and cherished. From the weekly spelling tests, double maths and language lessons, to the May Day Celebrations and unique Christmas pantomime, we will ensure that your child not only learns, but has fun and enjoyment along the way.

Our small class sizes ensure that your child is given a high degree of individual attention and is nurtured to ensure their full potential is reached. We pride ourselves on developing a positive attitude towards academic work, promoting concentration, self-discipline and a sense of achievement. The school has a happy and hardworking atmosphere, and upholds traditional values such as good manners and courtesy for others. Our school welcomes children with special needs and values all its pupils equally.

Sycamore Hall offers you an affordable independent education with moderate fees that you will find surprising. Fees may be paid termly, monthly or weekly with generous discounts available for siblings.

School Motto FLOREAT ARBOR SCIENTIAE

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What‘s on at the cinema or for rental... Review it here Its freezing, its winter, and after the frenzy of (Cinema) Christmas, you‟re looking for something different, this my friend is the film that will hit the spot for you.

For countless people when they first premiered the trailer they perhaps concluded that this is just a children‘s film, nothing that will even survive on the screens further than a month, but when the music surges in like a bitter wind and we spectate the monumental characters exploring the mythical landscapes, we grow enthusiastic to perceive that Where the Wild Things Are will be reserved in our minds and not just regarded as a night out at the local cinema.

The now 39 year old Spike Jonze has surprisingly minimal capability in directing a film, before this he only had a couple of music videos and the remotely stylish Adaptation accredited to his name. Is this an unacceptable concept you might hesitate to think? Definitely not as the result exceeds spectacular.

The child that is Max always craves to acquire enjoyment in his life, he feels much wiser than the ones that confine him, and also possesses an endless imagination. After a miss out on supper the disobedient boy that is occasionally Max is appointed to go to his bed immediately, once there and as the night advances his surroundings begin to energize to life and abnormal creatures grasp him into the nightfall on an enchanting and inspiring journey.

Most of the population will maintain the knowledge that this is an adaptation from a children‘s classic book penned by Maurice Sendak, which is just 48 pages in length. Accommodating spine tingling animation that will literally make you feel like your there, and a momentous sound track featuring the dynamic Arcade Fire and Karen O from the indie favourites Yeah Yeah Yeahs, you will find yourself impressed by what will be a treasure for generations to come, a new apex for filmmaking has been affirmed and this is an up to date reminder of what a staggering book it was, and still is.

Where The Wild Things Are

(500) days of Summer (DVD) Ever been in love with a person that hasn‘t expressed the equal feelings for you, your left hanging on hoping for a chance? Well then this is the perfect slice of entertainment for you. At the first exposure of Summer Finn (Zooey Deschanel), Tom (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) has fallen for what he summarizes as the girl of his dreams, sadly she rejects these feelings being complicated to apprehend and calmly modifies the direction of the two into a bit of cat and mouse, everything slowly cascades down hill which bewilders young Toms mind.

I didn‘t enter this film with grand hopes my only expectations were for the actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt as his been present in such astounding projects as The Lookout and Brick which are both in my world neglected classics for our generation.

His acting I feel has elevated to a new range as he is accompanied by the pleasant Zooey Deschanel (Surf‘s Up, Almost Famous). For me these two combined makes for an un beatable compound as they struggle their ways through the ups and downs of human emotions. We embrace Tom mostly scratching his head and challenging the theory of love during the entirety of the film, supplying us with some real life facts and thoughts. While Summer on the other hand teasefully tip toes her way out of trouble by representing the girl you just can‘t quite understand.

Reviews by Andrew

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All the staff at Sprotbrough Children's Centre wish all the children in our area and families ‗A Happy & Healthy New Year‟ We welcome new families to the area,

pop into the Children's Centre to find out what’s going on in your local area. There is loads to get involved with including fun filled play and stay sessions, baby massage and musical minis. The team are also always on hand to offer help and advice on a variety of issues including parenting, adult learning and benefits advice. All families welcome, we look forward to hearing from you and seeing you soon.

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CHRISTMAS FAYRE The Christmas Fayre was yet another resounding success!

A Big Thank You to everyone who came along and supported the event. We were overwhelmed by the donations we received from you, particularly all the cakes and buns – thank you to all those who went out of their way to bake, we‘ve not had such a response for quite a while. Thanks also to – Perfect Harmony; Mrs Dent; Mrs Marsh; the British Legion (who all had stalls); and also to Year 6 pupils and all the staff/parent volunteers for their hard work and effort. As the raffle is still ongoing, we‘ll let you know how much we managed to raise for school funds in the new year.

The Raffle will be drawn on Wednesday 16th December following the Y5/Y6 Carol Concert.

Tickets are still available from the office £1 for 5 tickets. Hurry – we have +some fantastic prizes!

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Urgent plea for Santa‟s return If you ‗won‘ a dangling Father Christmas from the bottle stall at the Fayre could you please return it – it was purely for decorative purposes and unfortunately was given in error. It belongs to a member of staff, and we‘d like it back please! Thank you, we will give you your 50p back!

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TRUST IN US ...

Doncaster West Development Trust recently secured funding to enable us to deliver a TOTALLY FREE advice & support service to all Doncaster residents throughout the borough who may find themselves suffering from financial difficulties.

Our 5 local advisors are available to meet individuals at a library, children‘s centre or local community project venue, in fact anywhere close to where you live for a private review and discussion about any financial worries you may have.

These worries may be anything from minor personal household budgeting to the more serious issues surrounding debt counselling and money management. A client may find themselves in a position which includes late credit card or loan payments, rent, mortgage or utility arrears. Whatever the problem our advisors are trained to help you start to move forward and manage your financial income against outgoings. Together you will both prepare a full financial assessment and where necessary our advisor will speak with your creditors and negotiate a budget plan on your behalf, this is known as an Informal Negotiated Arrangement.

If as an individual your financial problems are more advanced our advisor will discuss with you all the options available to you. These options range from :

Administration Order Possible Write-offs or Charitable payments towards debts DMP Debt Management Plan IVA Individual Voluntary Arrangement Bankruptcy Although some of the above options may feel extremely drastic in view of your own situation our advisors will guide and support your decision throughout plus our FREE service includes continued support and help where necessary to complete lengthy paperwork and application forms.

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Whilst working within the community either with individuals or organisations and partnerships it is evident how financial burdens along with daily commitments not only creates financial worries but also adds to the emotional stresses placed on the individual let alone the impact it places on their relationships and family unit.

We understand that no matter what your previous working background is, it is always difficult to accept financial changes in your circumstances. The worry of redundancy and/or long term unemployment can become a huge burden, we are there to not only help you to control your budgeting but also to signpost you to other services that you may need.

If any of the above relates to your present or future financial well being please call us on 01709 868880. Although this is a Conisbrough telephone number our Advisors are available to cover all Doncaster post codes. When you call all you need to do is to give your name, contact details and your post code for reference. After the initial referral our advisor will call you direct and arrange to meet you. All that follows is support every step of the way.

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Sprotbrough Road Community Church (Methodist)

The Family Table Welcome to the New Year, how quickly they fly by. Our Tables, yours and mine are changed now that the festivities are over, but let‘s not forget what we can still achieve around them.

Our tables seem bare now that they‘re not laden with Christmas food, decorations or presents, but the memories are still there. Of course, we shouldn‘t forget the tables which haven‘t seen so much activity, there will be tables which haven‘t held shared moments. Let‘s not forget the people who have been alone for various reasons. We could spare some time out of our busy lives to share a cup of tea and 10 minutes chat just to make sure they‘re alright, and not just at Christmas or New Year but throughout the year.

The Lord wants us to share our lives and tables all year through. So we could share the Spirit of Christmas all through the year. Just imagine how the World would be if we shared our food and friendship. Peace in the world has to start somewhere, let it be with us here in Sprotbrough. Let‘s start to share our homes and time with those who need a friend. Let‘s mend the rifts that have stayed with us for years, even families torn apart can mend if only everyone would let the Love of Christ our Savior shine through us all.

There may be a few tables made from one solid piece of wood. Usually they have several parts, each leg joined at the top with joints that fit exactly. Sometimes the top is not just one piece, it may have a leaf to pull out or it may be a drop leaf, like mine. This is how Jesus the MASTER CRAFTSMAN wants us to be, joined together with His love, those are the joints that cannot be broken. As you know my table is not polished, but even with all the marks and spots it is beautiful to me.

It has a warm feel about it. Wood calls to us to touch it just as our Savior calls us to reach out and hold the hand of our neighbour.

God didn‘t make us to be alone. Come and Join Us, you can be sure of a warm welcome.

I wish you all a wonderful 2010.

Jean Scott

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Doncaster Advanced Motorists

Don‟t be dim this winter

A Happy New Year to all our readers.

Being able to see the road ahead to avoid danger and stop safely in an emergency is a necessity for all drivers, especially when driving in the hours of darkness.

(Doncaster Advanced Motorists) offers the following tips on how to check and use vehicle lights in preparation for the short and dark days.

Check the lights Regularly check that all lights work. While someone observes the lights around the car, switch on each light one-by-one: headlights, sidelights, fog lights, indicators, brake lights, reverse lights, hazard warning lights and number plate lights If alone, park by a reflective surface such as a garage door, illuminate all lights in sequence and look for the reflections Use the lights When away from street lighting, visibility is limited to the range of the headlights. This varies greatly between dipped and full-beam; slow down when driving on dipped headlights. Lights give motorists an early warning of each other‘s presence. Look for approaching lights when driving around corners, adjust the position of the vehicle accordingly and dip your own headlights to avoid dazzling other motorists If oncoming drivers forget to dip their lights, slow down and give your eyes time to adjust to avoid blindness. Never stay on full-beam to retaliate It is difficult to judge approaching speed in the dark so take extra care when making a manoeuvre and always allow traffic to pass when waiting to pull out at a junction The weather will also dictate when to use headlights and fog lights. Use fog lights sparingly; switch them on only when visibility is below 100 metres. Leaving them on after fog has disappeared is an offence and a danger to other motorists A general good rule of thumb is to switch on dipped headlights during heavy rain and poor light Never use lights to dazzle or cause discomfort to other road users – this is against the law If you are interested in further information regarding the courses that we offer, you‘ll be able to find this information on the Institute of Advanced Motorists website at www.iam.org.uk or Tel: 020 8996 9600 Safe Driving.

Paul Tuke.

Chairman Doncaster Advanced Motorists.

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Plumbing & Heating of Sprotbrough Specialising in Bosch, Worcester, Greenstart condensing Boilers.

Installations of Bathroom Suites, Fires & Surrounds Boilers Available with 5yr Parts & Labour Warranty, Property Maintenance.

07740 827334 Boiler repairs, Annual Servicing of Gas Appliances, Landlords’ Certificates, Qualified Solar Installation Undertaken

Intruder & Fire Alarm Systems Security Lighting Repair & Maintenance of Existing Systems

Your Local Answer to Security Problems Contact Paul Kelsall Tel: 01709 863 384 Mobile: 07778446 186

EMAIL: pagesystems@btinternet.com

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What‟s On In Sprotbrough?

Day

Activity

Meeting Place

Time

Mon

Mums & Toddlers

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.30-11.00am

Mon

Baby Cafe

Sprotbrough Childrens Centre

9.30-11.00am

Mon

Rising 2‘s play session

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.00-11.30am

Mon

Under 5‘s Playgroup

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.00-11.00am

Mon

Rising 2‘s play session

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

12.30- 3.00pm

Mon

The Reading Club 0—5yrs

Sprotbrough Library

1.30-3.00pm

Mon

Brownies

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

6.15-7.45pm

Mon

Beavers (6-7yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

6.00-7.30pm

Tue

Playgroup

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.15-11.45am

Tue

Under 5‘s Playgroup

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.00-11.00am

Tue

Coffee Morning

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

10.30-11.30am

Tue

Tuesday Club

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

1.30-4.00pm

Tue

Painting Class

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

2.00-4.00pm

Tue

Dancing

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

4.00-7.00pm

Tue

Taekwondo

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

6.00-9.00pm

Tue

Cubs (8-10yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

6.30-8.00pm

Tue

Cubs 'Kestrels' (8-10yrs)

The Barn, Main Street

6.45-8.15pm

Wed

Rising 2‘s Playgroup

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.00-11.30am

Wed

Mums & Toddlers

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.30-11.00am

Wed

Dancing

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

4.00-7.00pm

Wed

Taekwondo

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

5.30-6.30pm

Wed

Keep Fit

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

7.30-9.00pm

Wed

Cubs 'Falcons' (8-10yrs)

The Barn, Main Street

6.45-8.15pm

Wed

Scouts (11-14yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

7.15-9pm

Thurs

Under 5‘s Playgroup

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.00-11.00am

Thurs

Mums & Toddlers

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.30-11.00am

Thurs

Thursday Club

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

1.30-4.00pm

Thurs

Dancing Class

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

4.45-8.45pm

Thurs

Brownies

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

6.00-7.30pm

Thurs

Beavers (6-7yrs)

The Barn, Main Street

5.30-6.30pm

Thurs

Scouts (11-14yrs)

The Barn, Main Street

7.00-9.15pm

Thurs

Explorer Scouts (14-18yrs)

Scout Hall, Anchorage Lane, Sprotbrough

7.30-9.30pm

Thurs

Music Bugs 6mths-4yrs

St Edmunds Community Centre

10.15-11.15am

As you can see, we now have more space for ‗Whats On In Sprotbrough‟ If you would like your organisation or groups meetings displayed on this page, please contact Michelle

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What‟s On In Sprotbrough?

Day

Activity

Meeting Place

Time

Fri

Playgroup

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.15-11.45pm

Fri

Tea Dance

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

1.00-4.00pm

Fri

Taekwondo

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

6.30-9.00pm

Fri

Fun Club

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

7.00-8.00pm

Sat

Sequence Dancing

Royal British Legion Club

7.30—10.30pm

Sat

Dancing Class

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.15-3.15pm

Sun

Sunday School

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

10.00-12.00noon

Sun

Sunday School

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

6.15-7.45pm

Sprotbrough Community Centre, Bookings Tel: 788093 Methodist Church Hall, Bookings Tel: 570036 (office hours 10am-12noon Tue & Fri) St Marys Church Hall, Bookings Tel: 850890 St Edmund's Community Hall Bookings Tel: 782776 Monthly

Activity

Meeting Place

Time

1st & 3rd Tuesday

Sequence Dancing

Royal British Legion Club

7.30-10.30pm

1st Wednesday

Sprotbrough Police Surgery

Sprotbrough Community Centre

2.00-3.30pm

1st Wednesday

Sprotbrough Wives

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

8.00-10.00pm

2nd Thursday

Lunch Club

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

10.00-3.00pm

2nd Tuesday

Sprotbrough WI

St Mary‘s Church Hall

7.30—9.30pm

4th Thursday

Chatroom

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

1.30-3.30pm

To advertise in this space, call Michelle Sidebottom on 01302 534256 or 07795 387937 or log onto our website to view all the other areas we cover.

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Advice

General

Citizens Advice Bureaux - Advice line

01302 735225 Doncaster Council - General

01302 734444

Electricity Emergencies

0800 375 675

Doncaster Tax Office

0845 3667802

Transco - Gas Leaks

0800 111 999

Sprotbrough Post Office

01302 853187

Robin Hood Airport

01302 801010

Care in the Community Age Concern

0800 009966

Childline

08001111

Medical AKS, High Melton Ltd

01709 583121

NSPCC

0808 8005000 Doncaster Royal Infirmary Hospital

01302 366666

RSPCA

08705555999

0845 4647

NHS Direct

Weldricks Pharmacy, East Laith Gate, Doncaster Mon—Sat 9am—10pm, Sun 10am-10pm, 01302 369699 Bank holidays 10am-8pm, 365 days per year.

Community Sprotbrough and Cusworth Parish Council

01302 788093 Sprotbrough Village Pharmacy

Safer Neighbourhood Team, Edlington.

01302 385488

Sprotbrough Children Services, Melton Rd

01302 786457

Doncaster Childrens Information Service

0800 138 4568

Goldsmith Centre

01302 788093

S Yorkshire Fire Service (non emergency)

0114 272 7202

S Yorkshire Police (non emergency)

0114 2202020

Education

01302 855622

Business Directory 01302 534256 Pet Care Spring Bank Kennels / Mucky Paws Dog Grooming

01709 862324

Security Meteor Security Solutions Ltd., Auckley

01302 623427

Copley Junior School, Sprotbrough

01302 856445

Orchard Infant School, Sprotbrough

01302 853655

Richmond Hill Primary School

01302 782421

Tradesmen/Craftsmen

Ridgewood School

01302 783939

A1 SK Plastering

01302 786395 07960 859499

Doncaster Council - Education

01302 737222

D J Plastering, Sprotbrough

Doncaster Mobile Library

01302 873456

01302 850746 07885 615209

Sprotbrough Library

01302 782436

Doncaster Central Library

01302 734305

Davey Plastering & Lime, Sprotbrough

0777 4210320 01302 853030

Drivebond, New Rossington

01302 865322

Leisure Adwick Leisure Centre

01302 721447

My Vue Cinema

08712 240240

Odeon

08712 244007

The Dome Leisure Centre

01302 370777

Business Directory List your business for £2.50 per month

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Reverend Dr. Frank Okai-Sam Tel: 01302 857952 E-mail: okaisam@yahoo.com Minister in Local Appointment The Reverend Robert F Stevens Tel: 01302 852069

The Methodist Church mcsprot.co.uk Sunday Services

Morning Worship 10.00am Evening Worship 6.00pm Holy Communion 8.30am, 2nd Sun in Month Sunday School 10.00am in the Hall Sprotbrough Road Community Centre

Morning Worship with Adventurers for Children – 10.30am Evening Worship – on the 4th Sunday of the month at 6.00 pm Church Stewards

Mrs Brenda Hulley, Senior Church Steward – Tel: 01709 858880 Mrs Janet Parker, Deputy Senior Church Steward, Tel: 851962 Mr Keith Crouter, Senior Steward, Tel: 342301 For booking of Church hall’s and Community Centre see p29

The Reverend John Richards Tel: 01302 853203 e-mail johnmr1953@talk21.com Assistant Curate: Revd Katy Francis Tel: 01302 851414 e-mail katynana@msn.com

The Parish Church www.stmarys-sprotbrough.co.uk Sunday

Holy Communion on 1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th Sundays 10.45am Evening Prayer, Holy Communion on 3rd Sunday.

Thursday

Holy Communion 9.15am Church Wardens

Mrs Betty Holden Mrs Barbara Perry 853031 Diocesan Reader

Miss Betty Brockman Tel: 852046 Parish Evangelists

Mrs Celia Richards & Mr Robert Heaton St Edmunds Church

Sunday 8.45 Holy Communion (not the 1st Sunday of the month, a united service will be held instead at St Mary‘s at 10.45am) Deputy Warden Mrs June Spencer Tel: 785759 Hall Secretary Carole Hall Tel: 782776

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