Dec 11, Issue 46, The Sprotbrough Arrow

December 2011

Issue No. 46

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Editors letter... Yippee! it’s my favourite time of the year again, I can’t believe how quickly it has arrived!

December is always a hectic month of shopping, planning and organising, make sure you take some time out to put your feet up! Make use of the internet where possible to order Christmas presents on line as well as your local shops.

Winterset Butchers have a special Christmas meat hamper full of your favourites for over the festive period and Perfect Harmony offer the perfect Christmas Present for most ladies, a voucher to spend on pure indulgence!

What ever you are up to, I hope you have a happy, fun filled Christmas.

The deadline for the January issue will be December 14th . The January issue will be distributed between Christmas and New Year.

Merry Christmas Michelle

Perfect Harmony Health & Beauty Salon Christmas Gift Vouchers The perfect present to show just how much you care.

Gelish £18 Bio Sculpture Gel £26 Shellac £15

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St. Tropez Tan £20 Make-Up £14 Michelle Carolyn

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News, News, News, News, News, News..

Distraction Burglaries There has been a spate of distraction burglaries around Doncaster, namely Bentley, Conisborough and Balby, all claiming to be Water Board employees. These are taking place between 1400 and 1930 hours. Please be aware and report any thing suspicious to the police.

Alzheimer's Research UK Charity Event We have raised throughout the past nine months a total of £4,900.93 towards the Alzheimer's Research UK. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all who have supported me during that time.

Kind regards, Doreen (Marsh)

Perfect Harmony Beauty Salon along Sprotbrough Road raised £180 throughout the month of October for the breastcare cancer campaign. Perfect Harmony sold buns, raffle tickets for a beauty voucher, name a teddy game or if you chose the colour pink on your nails, Perfect Harmony donated £1. Perfect Harmony would like to thank everybody who donated to this incredible cause and to Lyndsey from Parti Animals for all the scrumptious buns.

Dear Friends and helpers, The Celebrity Handbag Auction and Sale was a great success. The chief reaction of people entering the room was ―WOW! What a lot of handbags!‖ We had table after table after table of them, all overlapping, all full. It was impossible to put a figure on the number, but probably about 1000 and we had disposed of many beforehand as not being up to our high standards. Originally we had about ten carloads and at the end we only had two carloads of leftovers, so we sold a LOT of bags.

I have not yet got a final figure but as I‘m being pestered on all sides for an idea of the amount it stands at about £4700. There are expenses to go out, moneys to come in and promises to be fulfilled so it would be nice to say £5000, but truthfully we can‘t say that just yet. There are some handbags which will be put up on Ebay so at what point the final is finalised is hard to say. Fairly soon we will do something simple like a market stall or car boot sale to deplete the residue which will bring in a little more money. And of course I‘m ever open to more donations.

During my visit to Buckingham Palace I extracted a promise from Princess Alexandra to donate one of her handbags which obviously has not yet arrived. She said ―It won‘t be anything grand; probably something Italian‖. Hmmm, from her I‘m sure it will really be quite grand enough!

Not only was it a successful evening but also very enjoyable too. The auctioneer was utterly wicked in his ability to screw every last pound out of each bidder by jollying, coaxing, cajoling, wheedling, begging and sweet-talking them into paying more. And not a thumb screw in sight. Excellent.

So a very big thank you to all who helped in a myriad different ways – handbag donations, collecting bags, sorting, transporting, selling, ticket sales, other ways I haven’t mentioned or just simply coming to buy. Thank you. Eileen

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Flower Festival

St Mary’s Church, Sprotbrough are planning to hold a Flower Festival in June 2012 (Friday 22nd, Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th).

As it will be the year of the Olympic Games, the Flower Festival will have a ‗sporting‘ theme and will be entitled; ―May we run the race before us….‖ If you, or a group to which you belong, would like to be part of the wonderful event and prepare an arrangement in Church depicting an athletics discipline or an Olympic sport, contact Barbara Perry on 01302 853031. Please contact her as soon as possible though and certainly before April 30 th 2012; spaces for you in the Church will be allocated on a ―first come, first served‖ basis! Flowers would be at the arranger(s) expense.

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FOUR GENERATIONS MEET AT THE WELL

MEET Cynthie Ducker of Warmsworth and Wendy and Milly Flores-Martinez of Sprotbrough, daughter, grand-daughter and great-grand-daughter of Gladys Batty who is memorialised on the plaque, along with Mabel Watson, at our prize-winning Well renovation at Lower Sprotbrough.

I reported last month that we had won the Community Section of Doncaster in Bloom so it was both a surprise and a pleasure to learn that descendents of these two women were still living in the area.

When Milly visited the site with her class from school, she was greeted with disbelief when she said that Gladys Batty was her great grandma, so next day she had to produce the actual photograph depicted on the plaque. From there, a chain of events brought the family to my notice which culminated in this photo being taken.

We managed to piece together that Gladys‘s parents, Walter and Mary Hannah and four children, lived at the Station House, Levitt Hagg Road, in 1901 and that Gladys had three girls, Shirley, Cynthie and Joyce. Joyce was Wendy‘s mother, but Cynthie, her aunt, is the only one still living. I think Wendy‘s interest has now been aroused and family history will be on her agenda from now on.

I have also discovered that Mabel was sister to Wilfred Watson, whose son, Geoff, and grandson, Richard, still live in Sprotbrough, but unfortunately they were unable to be with us for the photoshoot due to other commitments.

Liz Reeve, Secretary, Don Gorge Community Group Email: lizreeve@dongorgecommunitygroup.com Website: www.dongorgecommunitygroup.com

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Dear Reader, It's December and, once again, our lives become consumed with festive activities—present buying and wrapping, food shopping, parties and, where I can become helpful, social events!!!

Shellac will see you Beauty salons really buzz in through Christmas December. Not only are they busy, they are also full of chatter about Christmas preparations – both the ones that are falling into place and those that require an urgent input if they are going to come to fruition. For the therapist, it is wonderful fun helping to get everybody ready for fun and frolics!

Everyone chooses different beauty treatments to make them feel ready for Christmas, but the most popular ones are the 'finishing touches' treatments:

Nails, Nails, Lashes and St Tropez!

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Nail Extensions - for a beautiful, natural look, giving strength and length - employing the best technology available.

Lash Extensions - including 3D lashes, which are individually applied; weekend lashes, which are ideal for those special occasions; and, special to Perfect Harmony, PH Lashes - luscious, full and flattering and lasting 2-3 weeks – just right for the Christmas and New Year period.

St.Tropez Tan - a warm, golden natural tan is the perfect treatment at this time of year. Not only will it make you appear more healthy, it will also complement that little black party dress!

A Facial - this treatment is also wonderful to have at this time of year, as it can make your skin look healthy and dewy. Your make up also looks so much better after a facial treatment, always to be desired for Christmas parties and events.

So remember to schedule all your appointments to avoid disappointment during this busy season.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish all in Sprotbrough a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Alison

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Doncaster Advanced Motorists How to avoid a frosty welcome A very Merry Christmas to all our readers,

Weather conditions will be turning frosty, leaving motorists searching for their ice scrapers. Following is for drivers seeking to avoid a frosty welcome: Prepare the vehicle for winter early. Have the anti freeze checked, replace damaged wiper blades, stock up on de-icer, add a frost inhibitor to the screen wash and buy a window scraper and two cloths: one to clear condensation and dirt from the inside windows and one to clean lights and exterior windows. Check that the windscreen wipers are off when leaving the vehicle the night before to avoid damaging the wiper motor and blades when the engine is started the next day. Use external temperature gauges, if the vehicle has them. An indicated temperature of 3°C means that extremely slippery conditions are possible.

Remember that ice on the windscreen could mean ice on the carriageway at some points, especially side roads. Observe other road users reactions to conditions ahead as a pre-warning of what is to come Stopping distances will increase in frosty or wet weather. Stay focused, look further ahead than usual and allow for the extra time needed to stop by increasing the gap ahead. Where the road surface is likely to be slippery, stay in the highest gear possible to minimise the risk of wheel spin. Consider setting off in second gear, releasing the clutch and accelerating very gently.

If the vehicles front end begins to lose grip, a front wheel skid will begin. Reduce acceleration, consider disengaging the clutch and steer smoothly. If the vehicle goes into a rear wheel skid, lift off the accelerator, consider de-clutching and steer into the skid. Always ensure windows, lights and mirrors are clear of dirt and ice before setting off.

Safe Driving.

If you are interested in 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: 01302 886 276 Safe Driving Paul Tuke.

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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

Breast Start Breastfeeding

Sprotbrough Childrens Centre

9.30-11.30am

Mon

Rising 2‘s play session

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.00-11.30am

Mon

Rising 2‘s play session

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

12.30- 3.00pm

Mon

Hatha Yoga

St Mary‘s Church Hall

2pm—3pm

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

Mon

Slimming World

St Mary‘s Church hall, Sprotbrough

7.00pm—8.30pm

Tue

Playgroup

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.15-12.15pm

Tue

Sprotbrough Starz

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.15-11am

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

1.30—3.00pm

Wed

Dancing

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

4.00-7.00pm

Wed

Taekwondo

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

5.30-6.30pm

Wed

Playgroup

Sprotbrough Methodist Church Hall

9.15—12.15

Wed

Sequence Dance Club

St Mary‘s Church Hall

7.30pm—10pm

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

Coffee Morning

St Mary‘s Church Hall

10—11.30am

Thurs

Little tykes (childminders drop in)

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.15—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

Yoga

St Mary‘s Church Hall

7.00-8.30pm

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 Hall

10.00-11.00am

Thurs

Starlight Dance Studio

St Edmond‘s Church Community Hall

4pm—6.45pm

Fri

Playgroup

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

9.15-12.15pm

Fri

Sprotbrough Starz

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

9.15-11am

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

Fun Club Extra

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

Sunday School

Goldsmith Centre, Sprotbrough

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Activity

Meeting Place

Time

3rd Monday

St Mary‘s Mothers Union

The Stable, Main Street, Sp‘boro

7.30pm- 9.30pm

1st Saturday

Car Boot Sale

The Royal British Legion Car K

Gates open at 8am

1st & 3rd Tuesday

Sequence Dancing

Royal British Legion Club

7.30-10.30pm

1st Saturday

Car Boot Sale

Sprotbrough Royal Legion Hall

9am to 12noon

1st Wednesday

Sprotbrough Wives

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

8.00-10.00pm

2nd Thursday

Lunch Club

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

12noon - 2.00pm

2nd Tuesday

Sprotbrough WI

St Mary‘s Church Hall

7.30—9.30pm

4th Thursday

Chatroom

Sprotbrough Methodist Church

1.30-3.30pm

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Domestic Appliance Sales, Repairs & Spare Parts

Washing machines, Tumble Dryers, Cookers, Dishwashers & Vacuum Cleaners.

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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

Business Directory

Sprotbrough Children Services, Melton Rd

01302 786457

01302 534256

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

Accountancy Riverside Accountancy Services, Sprotbrough

01302 570018

Carpet/Upholstery Cleaning RUGBUSTERS, Sprotbrough. www.rugbusters.co.uk

01302 857300 07879456557

Copley Junior School, Sprotbrough

01302 856445

Orchard Infant School, Sprotbrough

01302 853655

Richmond Hill Primary School

01302 782421 Meteor Security Solutions Ltd., Auckley

01302 623427

Ridgewood School

01302 783939 IT To Go, Computer Services W: www.ittogo.co.uk E:sales@ittogo.co.uk

01302 352352

Doncaster Council - Education

01302 737222

Doncaster Mobile Library

01302 873456 D@J Plasterers, Sprotbrough

Sprotbrough Library

01302 782436

Doncaster Central Library

01302 734305

Leisure Adwick Leisure Centre

Security & IT

Tradesmen/Craftsmen 01302 811646 07885 615209

Health & Fitness

01302 721447 Slimming World, St Marys Church HallSprotbrough

My Vue Cinema

08712 240240

Odeon

08712 244007

The Dome Leisure Centre

01302 370777 C Cabs, Sprotbrough

07919 578797

Taxis 07973 706560

Business Directory List your business for £2.50 per month

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