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I love July – gloriously warm summer days, lazy weekend barbecues in the garden with friends, the end of the school run for a whole six weeks – what’s not to like?

There’s so much happening this month, we’ve devoted lots of editorial to round-up of what not to miss.

Whether you’re having a staycation here at home or jetting off abroad, relax, enjoy and don’t forget the sun cream!

Until next time……..

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Brackley launches official town app Brackley will launch the town’s new and official app during the Community Carnival on Saturday 9th June, 2018.

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Busy Busy July You might think you’re having a bit of a hectic time this month, but July has always been so – all around the world, it’s a month to start new ventures, try out fresh ideas and really get things done!

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On 2nd July, back in 1900, the first ever Zeppelin flight took place, on – and over - Lake Constance in Southern Germany. This enormous airship was 128 metres long, powered by two enormous Daimler engines and filled with hydrogen. cont next page..

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Her maiden flight lasted about 18 minutes before landing, which damaged the airship – it was repaired and flew twice more, in October of the same year.

4th July is very well-known – it’s Independence Day in the USA! Commemorating the Declaration of Independence from Britain on 4th July 1776, it’s a national holiday, celebrated exuberantly with fireworks, street parades and activities for all ages – and most importantly for families, a day off work and school, to celebrate together.

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roni cheese is definitely a favourite in our house, so we’ll certainly be celebrating this one!

10th July is Teddy Bears’ Picnic Day – if you’re a parent or grandparent, your little ones might be taking teddy to school, or planning a picnic at playgroup – why not make them some teddy-shaped biscuits?

On 16th July 1969, Apollo 11 lifted off from the Kennedy Space Centre, on its voyage to the moon, landing there 4 days later on 20th, which is now commemorated as Moon Day. Neil Armstrong became the

first ever man to set foot on the moon, leaving a US flag behind. The crew of three returned safely back to earth on 24th July.

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Busy Busy July cont....She started flying in 1920, completing her training as a pilot the following year and buying her first aircraft. In July 1930, she set the women’s speed record – 181mph. She went on to achieve numerous further records and prizes, as well as being awarded the US Army Air Corps Distinguished Flying Cross, before disappearing on 2nd July 1937 whilst on her second attempt to fly solo around the world.

Bugs Bunny Day is 27th July – on that date in 1940, the cartoon rabbit we all know and love made his first appearance in ‘A Wild Hare’, directed by Tex Avery. The very first time we heard ‘What’s up, Doc?’ was 78 years ago this month!

The following day, 28th, is the day that in 1866 saw the birth of Beatrix Potter, creator of another very well-known bunny – Peter Rabbit.

Keen on drawing from a very young age, Beatrix had pet rabbits which she sketched, before going on to become an illustrator and author. She published The Tale of Peter Rabbit herself in 1901, and it was so popular that a publisher took it on and the bestseller we know and love was born the following year.

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On the last day of the month, 31st July, it’s the anniversary of the first ever patent issued in the US, back in 1790, for a method of making potash, for use in fertiliser. The first English patent was issued much earlier, by Henry VI – in 1449, for a technique used in making stained glass.

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JULY EVENTS

The next meeting of the Brackley History Society is 4th July 2018 when Dr Wendy Morrison will talk about Recent excavations at Steane.

Brackley History Society meet the first Wednesday of every month at Brackley Methodist Church Hall 7.30pm Members Free Visitors Welcome: £3.00 Annual Membership: £15 per person Refreshments All enquiries to Karen Gees 01280 702837 (Secretary - email: (e-brackleyhistorysociety@hotmail.com)

Saturday 14th July

SUMMER READING CHALLENGE LAUNCH!!!

10am-2pm. This year’s theme is “Mischief Makers” and is themed on The Beano to celebrate its 80th anniversary.

Saturday mornings - 10.30-11.30am Creation Club with Ken and Estelle (Term time) Every Monday and Thursday Knit and Natter 2-4pm Every Thursday 1.30-3.30pm Jigsaw Club Every Thursday 3.30-4.30 Craft Club with Sue Thursday 5th July- 11am -12 noon Reminiscence Group Thursday 19th July - 7pm for 7.30pm - The Cinema Club showing of “The Darkest Hour”

Why not celebrate your birthday with a Football Party!!

Suitable for all ages!

Certificate PG 13. £5 per person.

Booking essential. Refreshments available to buy on the night.

German Café – TBC – 2.30pm-4pm French Café – TBC-11-12.30pm

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Every Monday

Short Mat Bowls 7.30 -9.30 Croughton Village Hall first two session free

Every Monday

“Open Doors” at Greatworth Methodist Church, 10 am to 12 noon. Drop in for refreshments, activities, games, carpet bowls, newspapers and friendly chat.

For info call 01295 711082

Every Monday Evening

SCUBA diving with Stowe Sub Aqua Club, see the web for more information. StoweSubAqua.co.uk 16TH APRIL OCEAN DIVER COURSE STARTING The Inner Wheel Club of Brackley meets on the 3rd Monday of the month. Further information from Zoe on 07544983461 Brackley Junior Badminton Club We run every Monday after school at Wodhams hall Magdalen.

We cater for beginners and advanced players offering coaching and games play. Anyone interested call Paula on 07507317694.

Brackley WI Lively group of ladies ranging from 20yrs -90yrs Meets 2nd Monday of the month 7.30pm WI Hall, Manor Road. New members and Visitors welcome Contact Margaret 07850243737 www.brackleywi.btik.com

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Every Tuesday

Dance School Stepbystep Ballroom and Latin Dancing with Andrzej Mialkowski CHILDREN: 6pm - 6.50pm Beginners ADULTS: 7.pm - 7.50pm Beginners 8.pm - 9pm Improvers Wayneflete Hall, Magdalen College School, Brackley

Every Tuesday from 7 p.m.

Banbury & District Model Railway Club Information on www.BDMRC.com or phone Secretary 01295-252931

Every Tuesday during term time The Brackley Jubilee Choir has changed its rehearsal venue to the Baptist Church, Waynflete Close, Brackley, NN13 6AE. The choir still meets on Tuesday evenings during term time from 7.15 to 9.15 p.m. New members are welcome.

There is no audition. We are a mixed adult choir (SATB). New members welcome. Contact Karen Lesniak 01280 706692.

1st Tuesday of the month

(no August meeting) The Brackley and District Flower Club meet at Evenley Village Hall at 7.30pm, demonstrations and workshops every month, see us on Facebook Self Defence Classes every Wednesday at Maids Moreton School.

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Methodist Church Hall - Me Welcome: £3.00 Annual Me ALL ENQUIRIES TO - K SECRETARY ON 01280 70 ( email: brackleyhistorysocie

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Mixed Club Sessions Brackley Tennis Club, Westminster Road, Brackey. John Leftwich 01280 705717 and Nigel Evans 01280 701740.

Rotary Club of Brackley meets every Thursday evening.

Further information from www. brackleyrotary.org.uk info@brackleyrotary.org.uk

Every Saturday

BRACKLEY DIPPERS 12 noon until 1.30p.m.

We are a club for adults with physical problems that meets at Brackley Pool.

For information please ring Janine on 01295 712408

Every Third Thursday of the monty Brackley Inbetweeners Group is a ladies group that meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7.30pm in the hall adjoining St. Peter’s church in Old Town, Brackley. Our aim is to make new firneds and have new experiences. For more information please email brackleyinbetweenersgroup@gmail.com

Every Sunday

Brackley Nova Cycling group start at Brackley Leisure Centre at 09:00 ww.brackleynovacycling.co.uk Rotary Club of Brackley meets every Thursday evening.

Further information from www. brackleyrotary.org.uk info@brackleyrotary.org.uk

Brackley Cricket Club run 2 Saturday Teams and a Midweek Team as well as kwik circket and junior teams. Running indoor nets at Winchester House School in Brackley on Thursday from 8pm.

Please feel free to come and Could you help a intriduce yourself or call child to read? or email ARCh (Assisted Reading for Children) is a local registered charity which operates in Keith Cartwright for more Brackley primary schools to help children who are struggling with reading. information T:01280 Could you help a child and change their life forever?

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Beginner Taoist Tai Chi

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Buckingham – Embleton Way Scout and Community Centre 52 Embleton Way MK18 1FJ Wednesday 7.15pm – 9.15pm

Ardley (M40/J10) – Village Hall Playing Fields, Ardley Road OX27 7PA Monday 9.30am – 10.30am

Banbury – BGN School

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Brackley & District U3A are holding their monthly meeting on 19th July at Brackley Methodist Church, from 10am -12 noon.

Gordon Rogers will be talking about Winston Churchill’s Toy Shop - A Toyshop with a BRACKLEY Difference.

Are you retired or semiJUBILEE retired? Come along and CHOIR learn something new and The Brackley Jubilee make new friends.

Choir is letting its hair Visitors welcome, down for the Summer refreshments included. £2 Further information about Concert, which will take our meetings and activity place on Saturday, 7 July, groups can be found on in St Peter’s Church, our website Brackley U3A Brackley, starting at or call 07444363494

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