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to the March issue. At long last it feels like Spring is finally here! The days feel longer and the evenings lighter. What a difference it makes. It seems like the perfect time to look forward to the rest of 2019 and what it may hold.

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On page 11 we have a handy guide to all of the events scheduled to take place right here in Ashby and it’s quite a list. Tear it out and keep those dates clear. There’s something for all the family to enjoy. This month see’s the return of the Aldi Ashby 20 Road Race on Sunday 24th March. As well as the main race there’s a children’s fun run from 10.45am. Pop along and cheer them on.

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Of course March closes with Mothering Sunday and we have our round up of ideas for making her day special whilst keeping it local.

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IN THIS ISSUE

o te ts Ashby Town Council News

10 Venture Theatre News

2019 Ashby Events

11 Fitness Tips

Ashby’s Big Tidy Up

14 This Month’s Recipe

Make Mother’s Day Special

18 Puzzle Page

Ashbeian MTG News

22 The Conservation Volunteers

Body Matters

26 In Your Garden

Ashby Museum News

30 Quiz

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34 Whats On

St Helen’s Church & Heritage Centre

38 Community Board

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Parenting Tips

42 Pet’s Corner

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Ashby Library News

46 Just 4 Fun

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50 Castle Medical Group News

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Ashby Christadelphian Church

54 Book Reviews

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Health & Beauty Tips

58 Chess Puzzle

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TOWN COUNCIL NEWS Welcome to our first newsletter of 2019. Since our last article we have been celebrating our success in the Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards. We were delighted when Ashby not only won ‘Best Shopping Experience’ in Leicestershire but were also commended in the ‘Market Town’ category coming second only to Market Harborough. Well done everyone! More recently the Leicester Mercury published ‘8 reasons why Ashby is the best town in Leicestershire’. Our shopping also featured in this list alongside our heritage, our location here in the heart of the National Forest, our Purple Flag accreditation and of course our very own Lido!!!

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entertainment or leisure then please share your thoughts via our survey on our Facebook page or pop into Legion House on South Street for a paper copy. Many of you may have seen the recent announcement regarding Hood Park Leisure Centre which is under new management by Everyone Active in partnership with NW Leicestershire District Council. Work totalling almost £1.2 million to reconfigure and revamp Hood Park Leisure Centre – which will be renamed Ashby Leisure Centre and Lido – will begin in August and be completed in November 2019. This is amazing news and we can’t wait to see the results. All Blackfordby residents are invited to drop into The Old School Room on Main Street, Blackfordby between 10am and 12.30pm on Saturday 9th March for an update on progress on the Blackfordby Neighbourhood Plan. We would also be keen to gather your views on the draft policies we are planning to include in the plan. Finally, Town Council elections will take place on Thursday 2nd May. If you or somebody you know would be interested in standing as a candidate nomination papers are now available. The deadline to return them is 4pm on Wednesday 3rd April. More information can be found on our website www.ashbydelazouch.info

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This Mother’s Day there are plenty of local options to make her special day extra special. Here are just a few……

The Vine, Ashby Moet & Chandon Champagne Breakfast

Why not spoil Mum this Mother’s Day by heading to The Vine and treating her to a fabulous three course breakfast complete with a glass of champagne. The Vine have a great menu with delicious vegetarian and gluten free options also available. To book your table or for further information see their website www.thevineashby.com or call 01530 411 116.

Ashby Film Night Movie Night

Treat Mum to an early Mothers Day present by taking her to see the fantastic ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ film at The Lyric Rooms, Ashby on 20th March. Doors and Bar open at 7.00 pm, Film starts at 7.30pm. Tickets £5 on the door or in advance from Ashby Tourist Information Centre. For further information see ashbyfilmnights.wordpress.com

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der t e ice er or irates o e a ce We all know how much hard work goes into rehearsals, the music, the script, the dancing for any production. Our lovely audiences see the wellpolished result of those weeks of preparation when it comes to show week. What an audience rarely sees though is the fantastic team who make sure our productions are as slick and polished behind the scenes. Interim Stage Manager Alan Jamieson and his crew are currently building the Pirate King’s ship, a crypt, plus a multitude of shoreline rocks, gravestones, and other scenery which will mean our pirates and police have plenty of hiding places when it comes to them meeting up. We promise you, there will be a lot of hiding going on as the timid police meet up with the soft-hearted pirates! Alan is ably assisted by DSM Katie Cooper and her sound and light technicians; Sammy Vesty and Jude Moulton – all three have worked on professional theatre productions and are very excited to be involved in our latest venture. Not to be forgotten either is the army of people who

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WHERE: Runners assemble at Ashby Bath Grounds to start the race at Upper Packington Road Ivanhoe Runners are proud to announce that The Aldi Ashby 20 is set to return on 24th March 2019 after having to cancel the 2018 running race for the first time since 2001 in the aftermath of the beast from the east which brought snow and icy conditions.

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As in previous years, the two lap course will circuit around the local villages of Packington, Swepstone, Heather and Normanton Le Heath finishing on Ashby Bath Grounds. The event which is ideally placed for pre spring marathon distance runners has again received a ‘gold award’ by the British Association of Road Race. The Aldi Ashby 20 is a fantastic community event which over the years has raised thousands of pounds for local charities. The 2019 event will again be supporting Wishes 4 Kids, Hospice Hope, Heartwize and Teenage Cancer trust.

Why not come and support our runners, soak up the atmosphere or even get your children involved in the fun run? You can come and spectate and cheer the runners on during the race. Popular spots are Packington, Swepstone and Heather. Watch and be inspired by the finishers at the Bath Grounds. There will be hot food and drinks available here at the race village. Cheer on the children at the fun run - This is a great opportunity for your children to get active, have fun and feel the sense of achievement running brings.

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The oﬃcial Temporary Traﬃc Order is until 5pm and roads will close and reopen in sequence to keep the closures to a minimum duration. Please consider the road closures and plan your journeys accordingly. One-way operation will be in place for the majority of the race route. Vehicles will not be allowed along the side the runners are on. The map indicates the direction of the runners. The one way system for cars will therefore be in a clockwise direction of the route. Two short sections will be fully closed for 10 mins (Upper Packington Rd from Leicester Rd to Lower Packington 9.55-10.05 and Ashby Rd from Lower Packington Road 10.00-10.10). Mill St closed 09.0510.15. 3-way traffic lights will operate from 09.00 – 13.30 at Gallows Lane/Swepstone Road junction. Diversions are in place to avoid Galllows Lane (passing Springs) via Measham, and from Odstone to Heather to get you safely beyond Heather Main St.

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BODY MATTERS

ro e S oulder In our la atest ‘Body Matters’ article we have chosen to take a lo ook at the condition more co ommonly known as ‘Frozen n Shoulder’. In medicaal terms this is known as Adhesive Capsulitis. It is a conditio on which is poorly understood., with many people being diagnosed with frozen shoulder incorrectly. It differs from many shoulder conditions in that the restriction of shoulder is usually in all directions, not just painful in one or two. It also has three distinct phases:

your back, or putting your hand in a rear pocket may become impossible. Work may be affected in some cases. There is great variation in the severity and length of symptoms. Untreated, on average the symptoms last 1-2 years in total before going. In some cases it is much less than this. In a minority of cases, symptoms last for several years.

Phase one - the ‘freezing’, painful phase This typically lasts 2-9 months. The first symptom is usually pain. Stiffness and limitation in movement then also gradually build up. The pain is typically worse at night, and when lying on the affected side.

The cause for this level of pain and stiffness seems to be related to the capsule or bag surrounding the ball and socket joint in the shoulder, in which the tissue within the capsule becomes inflamed and thickens. This sometimes follows trauma but for many the cause is unknown.

Phase two - the ‘frozen’, stiﬀ phase This typically lasts 4-12 months. Pain gradually eases but stiffness and limitation in movement remain and can get worse. All movements of the shoulder are affected but the movement most severely affected is usually rotation of the arm outwards. The muscles around the shoulder may waste a bit as they are not used.

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Phase three - the ‘thawing’, recovery phase This typically lasts 5-24 months. Over time the stiffness eases and movement returns to normal, or near normal. Symptoms often interfere with everyday tasks such as driving, dressing, or sleeping. Even scratching 26

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Volunteers are integral not only to the success of the Museum, but to its actual existence. The Museum has been privileged over the last t hirty years to have attracted a multitude of skills and has built up a pleasing loyalty amongst the volunteers. In order to maintain the viability and high standard the town deserves, the Museum trustees are always delighted to welcome new faces. We are seeking new volunteers in various roles across the Museum with a variety of skills and experience. First contact with the Museum, whether it be by telephone or an actual visit, is the volunteer in Reception. This involves only two hours a fortnight, either in the morning or afternoon. You will be joining a welcoming team. Equally important, the Museum is looking for volunteers to help with the straightforward transferral of written material, e.g. documents, onto a database.

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e reat ro ect This month we turn our spotlight on to a local community project which is a partnership of multiple organisations, funded by the National Lottery and the European Social Fund and delivered by Voluntary Action Leicestershire (VAL). The Getting Ready for Employment and Training (GREAT) Project exists to support members of families who are not currently in work or training, and get them on the road to employment by helping them overcome any barriers they face. The GREAT project is entirely free and available to residents of Leicester and Leicestershire. It offers a unique approach to helping those who are unemployed find work, and every participant’s journey is different.

Community. BiTC organise industry tours, behind the scenes visits and work placements at a variety of places, including M&S, Eddie Stobart, East Midlands Airport and Next. Quite a lot of these activities often lead to an interview and the participant securing a job.

Each participant on the project has access to a range of benefits, most importantly a designated Employment Support Officer who is with them every step of the way. The Employment Support Officer guides the participant through the project, and ensures their time on the project is tailored to their specific goals.

The project also supports its participants in other ways, as it provides free child care at certain workshops and covers travel costs where needed.

Once on the project, participants can access a variety of support, including; CV writing, money management, confidence building, industry visits and work experience. All are aimed at getting the participant ready to work again. One of the delivery partners, Enstruct, delivers a 10 week construction/home improvement skills course where participants can also work towards a CSCS qualification. The GREAT project also works with Business in the

Tracey, a past participant who successfully completed the programme, said: “I don’t really remember doing anything fun in my life, but I remember everything I did with the GREAT Project. I’m genuinely upset that my time with the project has come to an end, but I’ve had an incredible experience and met some amazing people. Best of all, I now feel ready to go back to work. To those unsure or are considering joining the project, I’d say do it now, because it’s the best thing you’ll ever do.” One of the things that make the GREAT Project unique is down to the people it supports. The project helps those who identify as a member of a family; which is defined as a parent with a child living at home, a parent who has contact with their child or an adult living with parents or other family members. Those that want to get support and have barriers to work, like mental health issues or lack of skills, should contact the project directly. Individuals can self-refer by texting GREAT and their name to 66777 or by calling 0116 257 5020. For more information, please visit: www.greatproject.org.uk.

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We’ll also be celebrating Pancake Day at St Helen’s, when we’ll be making and eating lots of pancakes. There is a serious side to this fun occasion, as Shrove Tuesday, is the last day of feasting before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. We eat pancakes on this day to remember the time when any remaining rich foods were eaten on the day before the long Lent fast began. Finally we will be celebrating Mothering Sunday on 31st March – with flowers, of course.

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A fairy garden Create a fairy garden together by filling a shallow container with soil and adding a few small plants. You could use a small plant pot for a house, create a miniature lake with a ramekin and make a swing with sticks and string. Add some solar-powered twinkly lights and a couple of small wooden or plastic elves and fairies. Safety ﬁrst Teach children never to eat anything from the garden without checking with you first. Do head to the RHS website (www.rhs.org.uk) to find out what plants to avoid growing though; some are very poisonous and others can irritate skin and eyes. Keep sharp tools, plant food and weed killer safely out of reach at all times. If you have a pond, cover it with a rigid metal grille. More inspiration The BBC has lots of ideas for encouraging children into gardening, from growing g patterns on the lawn to building a wormerry. See www. bbc.co.uk/ gardening/ gardening_with_ _ children.

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ASHBY LIBRARY NEWS It’s WORLD BOOK DAY on Thursday 7th March! Why not come in to browse our stock, get lost in a good story and borrow some books to take home? FOR FAMILIES & CHILDREN Wriggly Readers & Story and Rhyme Time for children aged 0 - 4 years and their parents and carers. Join us for stories and songs every Friday morning from 10.30am to 11am! Bumps & Babies meet on Friday 8th March & 22nd March from 11am – 12pm. A gathering place for new & expectant mums. These are free advice & information sessions run by the National Childbirth Trust. HOBBIES Ashby Library Knit and Stitch group meet every Monday from 2pm - 4pm. This friendly group is open to all – bring your craft project & join them for a cuppa & a chat! Free session – 50p charge for refreshments. DIG IT from the Citizen’s Advice Bureau are in the library on Friday 8th March, from 10am – 11.30am,

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ahead. Conversely, if there’s high water content in the atmosphere as the sun rises, light is scattered and appears red, suggesting rain is coming.

“March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb”, basically means March starts off cold and stormy but turns to spring at the end. Or the truism “April showers bring forth May ﬂowers” – while we may dislike the April rains, they produce beautiful vegetation and help put bread on the table.

In Matthew ch16 Jesus says, “When evening comes, you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the sky is red,’ and in the morning, ‘Today it will be stormy, for the sky is red and overcast.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times”.

Some weather sayings have always confused me, “The Oak before the Ash we are in for a splash, but the Ash before the Oak we are in for a soak.” It seems to me either way we get wet!

We spend our lives trying to predict the weather, yet often fail to spot the clear signs in this mixedup world which point towards Jesus’ return. It’s all mapped out for us – we just need to stop and read. Jesus is coming, ready or not!

“Red sky at night shepherd’s delight, red sky in the morning shepherd’s warning”, at least has some scientific backing. A red evening sky occurs when sunlight shines through high concentrations of dust particles, indicating high pressure and dry weather

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The newest trend in face masks is the sheet mask. Originating in Korea, these face masks have really gained popularity over the last few years especially. They look exactly as they sound: you take the mask out of the packaging, unfold it and place it over your face like a sheet. Sheet masks can be made out of lots of different materials from foil, to cotton, to bio-cellulose fibres. Essentially, these masks create a barrier over your skin, so that the ingredients can get to work without burden from the outside world. Therefore, if you’re thinking of using a sheet mask, it’s very important to consider the ingredients you’re putting onto your skin.

Interestingly this boost is not all due to female buyers though, with 43% more men buying masks in the last year. The male face mask market is now worth 5.7 million and this is likely to grow as more men take an interest in skincare.

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Lots of choice for face masks There are so many different types of face masks that it can be hard to know which type to choose. The more traditional type is a clay or gel mask. With these, you rub the mask onto your face and leave for the recommended time. To remove, you either wash off with water or, if the mask dries as you wear it, peel it off. Our Sonya Refining Gel Mask could be considered an example of a gel mask, however it is specifically designed to be worn overnight as opposed to most other gel or clay masks which are only designed to be worn for around 20 minutes.

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With all of the innovation and new face mask products available, it’s no wonder that this area of skincare is growing so rapidly. Why not give one a try and see the difference it can make to your skin?

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Ashby Dramatic Society are proud to announce the staging of a newly written play at the Venture Theatre. The play is called Ten Rods and is written by a member of the society – Terry Hammond. Ten Rods is a comedy set on an allotment, where competition for the best looking dahlia and the biggest marrow is very strong amongst rival allotment holders. The title ‘Ten Rods’ relates to the length of each plot, which is 10 rods long using the ancient land measurement. The plot of the play involves criminal activity and suspicious behaviour amongst the gardeners. Whilst the play is very funny there are some blacker moments in the dialogue. The play is being performed between 2nd and 11th May and tickets are available from our usual agents; Ashby Tourist Information Centre (01530 411 767).

la Coming up at the Venture is our regular Jazz Night on 9th March which features the Ben Holder Quartet but the superb violinist is so popular that the event is sold out! The next Jazz Club event is on 13th April and has a great band from Lancashire, Martin Bennet’s Old Green River Band. As ever there is a great variety of music at the Venture. On Saturday 16th March we present the great musician Sally Barker plus two well-known folk singers Anna Ryder and Marion Fleetwood. Together they make up the band IOTA. Tickets cost £12 and are available from the Ashby Tourist Information Centre or via our website; www.ashbyventuretheatre.org.uk

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Thursday 7th March Funhouse Comedy

An evening of comedy at the Lyric Rooms featuring Alan Hudson, Scott Bennett, Stuart Mitchell and Lukas Kirby. Compere Spiky Mike. Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8.15pm start and tickets are £11 in advance. For more information please call 01530 415 039 or visit www. funhousecomedy.co.uk

Friday 8th March The Children Act (12A)

Packington Film Club presents ‘The Children Act’. In the midst of a marital crisis, a High Court judge must decide if she should order a life-saving blood transfusion for a teen with cancer despite his family’s refusal to accept medical treatment for religious reasons. Starring Emma Thompson. Showing at Packington Memorial Hall. 7pm for 7.30pm start. Adults £4 and children £2. Tea and coffee served from 7pm.

Sat 9th & Sun 10th March Ten Little Bookworms children’s trail

There’s ten little bookworms hiding around the Museum of Childhood. Can you help find them all? Collect a trail sheet at the museum reception and adventure through the galleries to find each one. This is a free drop

in event, though normal museum admission prices apply. 11am to 4.30pm at Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire. For further information please see: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ sudbury-hall-and-the-national-trustmuseum-of-childhood

Tuesday 12th March Ashby Civic Society

Philip Heath reveals little known stories and facts about the beautiful village of Melbourne. Also, hear about the latest planning proposals for Ashby and give your opinion. 7.30pm at St. Helens Heritage Centre, South Street, Ashby. Members free. Visitors £2. www. ashbydelazouchcivicsociety. webs.com/

Tuesday 12th March Ashby Writers Club

Manuscript Meeting – Member’s own work. 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Congregational Church, Kilwardby St, Ashby LE65 2FQ. Membership: £10 per annum. Visitors are welcome at a nominal fee of £4 per speaker meeting, £3 per comp/manuscript meeting (includes coffee or tea)

Saturday 16th March IOTA Band

Venture Theatre. IOTA are a folk / rock superband, comprised of a trio of ladies at the top of their field. Sally

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Barker, Marion Fleetwood, and Anna Ryder are well known musicians in folk music: they play between them guitar, accordion, banjo, fiddle, cello, keyboard, and percussion. They all sing like angels, and are superb songwriters too. Tickets £12 available from Ashby tourist Information Centre or by calling 01530 411 767.

Wednesday 20th March Ashby Film Nights – Bohemian Rhapsody (12A)

The biopic of Freddy Mercury and how Queen become one of the world’s greatest rock bands. 5 Oscar Nominations, including for best picture and best actor. Doors and Bar open at 7.00 pm, Film starts at 7.30 pm at The Lyric Rooms, Lower Church St, Ashby. Tickets £5 on the door or in advance from Ashby Tourist Information. For further information see ashbyfilmnights. wordpress.com

Friday 22nd March Ed Sheeran Tribute Night

Lyric Rooms. 3 course dinner with coffee, followed by this popular act entertaining you and dancing until midnight with a selection of classic songs. Tickets cost £30 per person. Call Jayne on 07946 438 904 to book and for more information.

Saturday 23rd March Hope Nursery School in Kenya

A talk by Deacon Sue Fry. Followed by a buffet tea and crafts. 4pm at Ashby Methodist Church, Burton Road, Ashby. Tickets cost £5 for adults and £3 for children. All welcome. For more details email Rev Jacky on 01530 412 298 or email revjackygoaten@aol.co.uk.

Saturday 23rd March Panel Games Evening

A fun Quiz/Games Evening based on various TV panel games hosted by Ashby Twinning Association. Non-members welcome but booking essential as supper is included. Tickets £10 per person. Call Elaine on 07772 147538 or email

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Saturday 23rd March Coldstream Guards 1815 Re-enactment Day

Join Moira Furnace as they welcome the Coldstream Guards 1815 re-enactment group for their training weekend. You will have the chance to explore their authentic Napoleonic War camp, watch as they train and interact with them, ask questions and get to know more about a fascinating piece of history. There will be a BBQ and refreshments tent so bring some pennies and treat yourself to a hotdog, burger and more. 11am to 4pm at Moira Furnace. Free entry. See www.moirafurnace.org

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Join Gracie Jayne’s in their Ibstock showroom as they launch their 2019 wedding range. Special offers and event promotions. Beautiful decor, accessories and essentials for your big day along with perfect gifts. Register online for your FREE tickets – search for Gracie Jaynes Wedding Open Day on Facebook.

Friday 29th March Blackfordby Ballroom Fridays

A monthly night of Ballroom & Latin Social Dancing from 8pm to 10.30pm at Blackfordby Village Hall. It is £5 per person and you bring your own refreshments. For further information contact Anna on 07851 339010.

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Would you like to display your artw ork in this year ’s Ashby Arts Festival? Ama teur or professional artists (age 16+) are invit ed to exhibit and sell their artwork in the Open Exhibition. Prizes include: Best in Show £100, Runners-up Prize £50, judg ed by a panel of professional artists. Peop le’s Prize £50, voted for by the general public. Closing date for entry is Tuesday 23rd April 2019.The application pack is now available on the Ashby Arts Festival website ashbyartsfestival.co.uk/

Ashby Rotary C harity Swimarathon

Ashby Rotary Clubs are organising a Charity Swimarathon in partn ership with Hood Pa rk Leisure Centre on Sat urday 27th April. This is a fundraising event for up to 36 teams of all ages and swimming abilit ies. It’s aimed at schoo ls, youth and sports clu bs and will provide an opportunity to raise funds for both their ow n organisation and loc al Rotary charities. The Swimarathon wil l last from 10am to 4p m and entry forms and further details are ava ilable by emailing teams@a shbyrotary.org.uk

Coleo Co o eort orto ton o & New ew w Lount Loo Volunttee ee err Group This friendly bunch of locals meet once a fortnight to carry out practical work on two local nature reserves; New Lount Nature Reserve and Coleorton Wood. Learn new skills, make new friends, burn off some calories and enjoy the great outdoors! Sessions run from 10am to 2pm alternate Saturdays and Tuesdays. Everyone is welcome. See the website for details – www.cnvlgweebly.com 104

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H d along to Holy Trinity Church Hall Hea between 7pm and 9pm on Saturday 16th March for a night of family fun. The event was a huge success last year. Soft drinks and nibbles will be served. BYO drinks. Tickets cost £5 for adults and £3 for children with concessions available for family tickets. Please email Kate George on kate@mkgeorge.co.uk or caall a her on 07931 964 779 for more deta ils..

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Century Theatre drama, music, comedy and more Friday 8th March 7.30pm

THE NOISE NEXT DOOR The U.K’s premier improv comedy troupe who have taken the comedy world by storm. The boys are back with a brand spanking new, full length adult evening show - The Noise Next Door – REMIX!!!

Saturday 9th March 7.30pm

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Jeffrey Holland (Hi-de-Hi, You Rang M’Lord) stars in this one-man show about friendship, memories and a couple of remarkable lives. Set in Oliver Hardy’s bedroom, the action takes place as Laurel pays a visit to his sick friend, recounting their past success as one of the greatest cinematic partnerships of the century and providing an in depth, humorous and touching account of the comedian’s life.

Saturday 16th March 8.15pm

FUNHOUSE COMEDY CLUB £ 12 Join us for our second ever Funhouse Comedy Club Night. Compere James Cook brings you the ﬁnest of touring comedians from across the country. Tez Ilyas, Steve Royle and Anthony King star this month. Get your tickets while you can….Coalville just got a lot funnier.

Saturday 23rd March 7.30pm

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Friday 15th March 7.30pm

DO YOU THINK THAT’S WISE? THE LIFE AND TIMES OF JOHN LE MESURIER £16/14

In this affectionate tribute to one of Britain’s best-loved comedy stars, leading impressionist and BAFTA award winning Julian Dutton brings to life the man behind the wry smile and urbane English repartee that charmed millions and turned John Le Mesurier into a household name as Sergeant Wilson in Dad’s Army.

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NEXT MONTH Look out for the incredible contemporary dance piece Leviathan, Trextasy is back and much more…

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CASTLE MEDICAL GROUP NEWS Do you need holiday vaccinations? If you require any vaccinations relating to foreign travel you need to complete a travel questionnaire as soon as possible. You can collect a form from the practice or you can complete it on line at our website www.castlemedicalgroup.co.uk. The practice will then contact you to book an appointment. It is important to make your appointment at least 6 weeks before you travel, as yo ou may need a second appointment, approx. two weekks before you travel. Some travel vaccines are ordered on a private prescription and these incur a charge. Thiss is because not all travel vaccinations are included in the services provided by the NHS. For further information about travel please visit our website. Hay Fever As the Hay Fever season approaches, please see your pharmacy for over the counter remedies.

We would also like to thank the PPG forr their continued support and fundraising which has enabled us to provide some vital new equipment in the surgery and to provide replacement BP monitors for patients to hire.

Patient Participation Group (PPG) Thank you to our PPG members for organising their annual survey and to all the patients who took the time to give us their feedback. The results of the survey will be published in due course.

If you are worried about an urgent medical concern, you can now get help and advice online using your smartphone, tablet or computer. The online service is fast, free and easy to use and oďŹ&#x20AC;ers the same advice as the 111 phone line. www.111.nhs.uk

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BOOK REVIEWS

oo s to s are Whether you give them as a gift or only pass them on once you’ve turned the last page, these books were made for sharing with friends and family. Becoming Michelle Obama Michelle Obama’s autobiography became an instant hit when it was published late last year, and it’s easy to see why. Her trademark warmth, humility and intelligence shine from every page. The memoir takes us from Michelle’s early childhood to her time as First Lady, and beyond. Entertaining, thought-provoking and inspiring to boot. When All is Said Anne Griﬃn Widower Maurice sits at a bar in Ireland, raising toasts to the most important people in his life, from the brother who died so many years ago to his late wife. His joys, tragedies and regrets are laid bare. A warm, powerful tale that’s hugely enjoyable to read. You’ll miss Maurice’s humour, straighttalking and honesty when you reach the end. Hold Michael Donkor 17-year-old Belinda is a Ghanaian housemaid, who is sent to London by her mistress as a companion for another teenage girl, Amma. Belinda leaves behind fellow maid, 11-year-old Mary. Belinda and Amma grow close until a revelation causes Belinda to question everything she’s been taught. The three girls struggle with their identities and the expectations placed on them, whether by parents, employers or society as a whole. An intriguing coming of age novel with plenty of unexpected twists.

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A Poem for Every Day of the Year Allie Esiri Whether you fancy a funny poem for April Fool’s Day, a festive one for Christmas or an autumnal treat for October, you’ll find them all and more in this collection. While the book is aimed at children, these are poems that people of any age can enjoy. Poets range from old favourites such as Charlotte Brontë, Emily Dickinson and Phillip Larkin to contemporary wordsmiths such as Kate Tempest. Each poem has a short introduction by Allie Esiri. Humans of London Cathy Teesdale Cathy Teesdale has taken thousands of photographs across Greater London over the years. This book features more than 250 of her best shots with short quotes from the subjects. Beautiful pictures, interesting stories, a glimpse into other people’s lives – what more could you ask for from a coffee table book? Sherlock Holmes Case Book: Solve-it-Yourself Mysteries Tim Dedopulos If you love a good ‘whodunnit’ and enjoy sifting through the clues to identify the culprit for yourself, you’re going to love this book. There are 10 cases to solve, from ‘The Birchfield Mystery’ to ‘Murder at the Carnaby Rooms’. Each one is beautifully illustrated. Twists, turns and plenty of red herrings mean you’ll need all your powers of deduction to solve the crimes. Great fun.

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Working in partnership with the team at the Hood Park Leisure Centre

Charity Swimarathon Saturday 27 April 2019 at Hood Park Leisure Centre, Ashby de la Zouch

The Ashby Rotary Swimarathon is a FUNDRAISING EVENT for up to 36 teams of all ages and swimming abilities. Aimed at schools, youth and sports clubs it will provide an opportunity through sponsorship to raise funds for both their own organisation and local Rotary charities. Contact Rotary at teams@ashbyrotary.org.uk for entry forms and further details.

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Home Buyers & Landlord Reports, Call Outs, Security Lighting, Intruder Alarms, Re-wiring, Extra Sockets, CCTV Free Quotes (see website for more) Office Opening Times Monday – Friday 7.30am –5pm Saturday 9am – 12pm 77 Market Street, Ashby de la Zouch, LE65 1AH Tel. 01530 412504, Fax. 01530 416022 E-mail. info@aandj-bartlett-ltd.co.uk Web. www.aandj-bartlett-ltd.co.uk Facebook: facebook.com/ajbartlettashby Twitter: @Bartlett_ltd

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CHESS PUZZLE

W iitttee too pla laa a d mate i t o ‘As mad as a March hare,’ is a popular phrase. It relates to their erratic behaviour at this time of year. The hare is not represented on a chess board. Instead we have the knight, that looks like the head of a horse. It too jumps about eratically. Now to the puzzle. It’s hard, and of course there were no clues. It may be a pain in the brain, but you’ll feel better when you’ve solved it. Much easier would be a casual game at the club. Why not join us at the Ivanhoe Social Club in Ashby, every Thursday at 7.30pm? Juniors, beginners, and experts are all welcome. Look us up at www.ashbychess.com for more details and team news. Our chess puzzle comes courtesy of local resident Richard Vann, the solution can be found on page 124 - should you need it!

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Wordwheel Answer: EXPLOSION Word Ladder Here is one possible solution (others may exist) SINK, sank, sand, said, skid, skim, SWIM

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