Elyi Magazine September / October 2015 by Elyi Magazine

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Reflecting the Richness of Ely Life

September/October 2015

Events for the kids Clubs, Groups & Meets information

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3 Bridget Hickish Editor / Russet Cruncher editor@elyimagazine.com 01353 662684 07580 689 600

Hello! In this issue we celebrate some of the events over the summer but also look forward to some autumn fun. The winner of the £25 Amazon Voucher Draw finding all 5 treasure chests was Sharon Brumby. Well done! You downloaded the app (got it to work) scanned the pages and sent in the page numbers. Great! We are turning the competition over to the kids this time in our seasonal ‘find the animated pumpkin’ competition. See page 21 for details. Same idea, find the blue dots, scan, locate the pumpkins (5) and send in the page numbers to be entered into the draw. As usual we feature local groups and charities. We really do try our best not to turn people away and have managed, yet again, to accommodate everyone that has sent in information and publicity. We are particularly pleased to welcome Ted Coney and Mike Rouse who bring a touch of humour and history to our pages as well as two leading political ladies Lis Every and Lucy Fraser who tell us about their activities promoting Ely interests. Matt Harvey flags up some local shows and Adam Faber goes in search of a very Canadian Sport, ice hockey! Were proud to say that we have now been able to increase circulation to 10,000 copies, due to the fantastic support we are getting and Madeleine has now established drop-off points in surrounding villages. We estimate with copies left in public places and the door-to-door delivery that we could have a readership anywhere up to 30,000+. The copy date for the final issue of 2015 (Nov/Dec) is October 15th so don’t delay. Last year it was pretty hectic with editorial flying in faster than owls to Hogwarts so don’t delay, think ahead and get your copy to us in good time to avoid disappointment. Bridget Adam Faber Feature Writer and Ely Adventurer!

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Nearly 3 months into my second term, I continue to be amazed at the generosity of people who so freely give their time to support local organisations, charities and events which benefit others.

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21 This little section of the magazine features things to do and get involved in for our younger Ely residents. 501 Short Story Competition page 22 Mr Simms and Burrows Bookshop teamed up earlier in the year to run the 501 short story competition and you can read about that and next year’s event over the page. It’s a great incentive to get working on those story writing skills. You can read the winning entries on the 501 book still on sale in Burrows to get an idea of what is expected, but why not get working on your entry now ready for next March? You should be able to produce a humdinger of a story with 7 months preparation! Undley Pumpkin Patch page 23 I’m looking forward to popping over to Beck Row this October to have some pumpkin themed fun at Undley Pumpkin Patch. If you take this magazine with you, one of your family can get into the maize maze for free! Well worth the little drive out of Ely to Beck Row. While we are on the subject of pumpkins have a look at the St. Mary’s events too page 23. If you are looking for some fun at Halloween

that focusses more on light than dark then the church are running an October holiday club this year ending in a light party in the church rooms on 31st Oct. Same night as the fireworks but looking at the timings you could do both! Find the Pumpkins Competition! Lastly we have a little competition for you. Search for the LAYAR app for iphone or android phone, download and then scan pages to find hidden items.Last month the technically challenged grownups amongst the readership complained that they couldn’t get it to work so we are going to see if the kids can do better! Don’t forget to ask your parent or carer if its ok to download the app. (CLOSING DATE: 1ST OCTOBER) So, can you find the 5 animated pumpkins hidden in the magazine using the LAYAR app? Firstly hunt for blue dots in the magazine. If you spot one, scan the page with your phone to find the pumpkins. (Not every page has one) All we need is the page numbers to enter you into the competition to go into the draw to win a £25 Amazon Voucher. Send your 5 page numbers to: editor@elyimagazine.com or by facebook message / elyi magazine

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A short story competition run by Burrows Book Shop and Mr Simms Sweet Shop. Sixteen young writers have had their stories – all less than 501 words long – accepted for publication into a specially commissioned book which is available at Burrows. ‘The judges had a hard job choosing from the entries,’ says Annabel of Burrows. ‘The standard was incredibly high and both judges have highlighted the amazing response to the competition’s very first year.’ Celebrated children’s authors Pippa Goodhart and Julian Sedgwick were the judges this year and they attended the event to congratulate the entrants and to award prizes. David at Mr Simms tells us about next year’s competition. ‘During this autumn term we’ll be getting in touch with all 27 of East Cambs’

primary schools to tell them about Ely 501 2016. Annabel and I will then be visiting any or all of them by request in early January next year. Once again we’ll be asking for their best entries of short stories on any theme and answering questions on how to write an award-winning story.’ Entry forms will be issued through the schools for entry by Friday 25 March 2016. There will be two age groups: 9 and under, and 10 to 13. and three winners in each category, including a Star Winner in each age group who will receive a unique trophy. Each winner will see their stories printed into a specially commissioned book and we’ll be holding a ceremony in early August 2016 to congratulate the winners and hand over their prizes.

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Pictured (left to right); Grace Bent, Chairman; Winners:- Rebecca Jarvis, Margaret Dooling; Ann Middleton, Joyce Svensson, President and Lynda Ingram

It was wonderful to see the hall full of such sensational displays. The standard of entries was again extremely high in the ‘Novice’ and ‘Advanced’ classes which made it very difficult for members and visitors to vote for their best arrangement in each class and ‘Best in Show’. Coming up.... We are running a trip to the Thursford Christmas Spectacular (Matinee) Show on Sunday 13th December with Jan’s Coaches and have a number of seats available, details as follows: Tickets £47 per person, Coach departs Barton Road Car Park at 10.00am; Arrive Thursford at 12.00 noon; Show starts at 2.00pm. Like to join us? please telephone Grace Bent on 01353 661457.

East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) Can you help? EACH is a local charity giving care and support to life-threatened Children, Young People and their Families. This can take place in the local community or at their nearest Hospice, which for Ely is Milton Hospice. We regularly put on fun events in the community to raise money to provide the valuable care required. These range from popular big events such as the Cambridge Abseil, Coffee mornings, Stretham Charity Bowls Day in August, to collections at your local supermarkets. You can get involved by coming along to our events or volunteering your time to help the charity.

The EACH Ely Friends Group committee have regular meetings and are looking for new members, or if you are interested in helping out at events but not being part of the group, we can send you details of upcoming volunteer opportunities on a regular basis. You would be very welcome to come along to a meeting to meet me and the committee members and to find out more about EACH. To find out more about the events in your area or to volunteer your time to help out and make some new friends please contact me Lucy Glover on 01223 204916. Thank You for your support.

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Worn out Member! I used my 1931 Morris Minor twice in the summer to advertise Ted Coney's Family Portraits. On Friday 3rd July I stood in the market square beside the car in sweltering conditions for five hours, giving out flyers about my pop-up gallery. I should have know better, because although the car appears in some of my paintings, all it did was to attract men of a certain age, reminiscing about the cars they had owned over the years. My advertising strategy was more subtle when I took the car to Aquafest. This time, as well as delivering the Mayor to the opening ceremony, I was also using the Morris to raise money for the Nepal Earthquake Appeal by allowing the public to be photographed with the car, in return for a donation. Another exhausting day as I was there for ten hours. When I came to leave, the battery was flat

and I couldn't get the damn thing started! Luckily, I have been in the AA for over fifty years and a charming chap arrived and quickly sorted it out. When I asked him if he could follow me home, just in case the car stopped again, he said he would as long as he could take a photograph. When I looked at his breakdown report later, he had written 'Battery flat and couldn't be started by handle. Member worn out’. I knew exactly what he meant! Ted Coney

Ted’s virtual tour can be found on his website at: www.tedconeysfamilyportraits.co.uk and costs just 99p... Bargain!

The Royal British Legion: YOUR LEGION NEEDS YOU!! The Royal British Legion exists to help members and ex-members of the Armed Forces and their families who are in need. They do this through the annual Poppy Appeal, to which members of the public generously donate and this amounted to around £40M in 2014. All of the monies from this Appeal are used for this purpose and none is used for the running and administration of the Legion organisation. These costs are covered by the Legion Members annual fees, which from 1st October is £16. However, this is becoming more difficult because of falling membership numbers. For example, in Ely in the 1960’s and 70’s, following WW2 and National Service, the number of members was several hundred here in Ely. Because many of those members have now passed away and, despite attracting some new members in recent years, the total membership of Ely Branch is around 50. Therefore, the Legion needs YOUR help. Please consider joining to help your local branch.

There are quarterly meetings, but you don’t have to attend, just by joining you will be helping the Legion to continue it’s good work. If you wish to join please email the Ely Chairman, Stan Geering, using stangeering@tinyworld.co.uk or phone him on (01353) 666021

A Fresh Start for the Maltings! The Maltings Ship Lane, Ely CB7 4BB The Maltings has some exciting plans afoot! Over the months of August and September, The Maltings’ new venue manager Deborah Jones has told us what she is up to! As a result of recent newspaper coverage Deborah has not found herself short of ideas for the future plans at the versatile city venue. The article precipitated a steady stream of ideas and suggestions from local residents about what they would like to see the building used for and the types of events that are wanted.

Deborah said, “I have been contacted by many local people and businesses offering their ideas on what sort of events they would like the Maltings to be used for. We certainly won’t be short of ideas for what we are planning.”

She continues, “Since I arrived in Ely, it’s been so fantastic to see how much the local community care about the Maltings and are really behind getting the venue back up and running again, I’ve been inundated with ideas which has really helped me to have a very good sense of what people want and I’ll be trying my very best and working hard with the aim of providing some quality events and entertainment over the coming year ”

Currently being booked is a brand new Comedy Standup Night that The Maltings hopes to host bi-monthly, The Ultimate Beatles Tribute Band – as seen on the one show and winners of best tribute act 2014, amongst some other fantastic bands and tribute acts, Children’s Halloween and Christmas parties, a Charity Fundraising ball, Corporate Christmas party nights, more Live music events and much more to

entice local people to make the most of the venue. Deborah has said she is also very busy working on a new brand, marketing materials, website, social media and what’s on guide that people can put up on their fridge and plan in. As well as this, she is currently recruiting a small team to help her re-launch a bar and small pop up cafe offering. “Things are very busy and we are working hard to re-launch a regular set of events from October onwards --- watch this space!” Stay in touch! Follow updates and the story on twitter / facebook pages and watch out for what’s on guides being published by September. Twitter @TheMaltingsely Facebook page will be launching by end August 2015

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We invite you along to this wonderful event to see an array of local businesses, who can offer their professional services to make your day a special. See our beautiful venue where Kate and Tracey will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

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The Little Downham Anchor has been transformed into a luxurious hotel and restaurant in the heart of the Fens. Just 2 miles from Ely, The Anchor offers that little touch of luxury - a great place to put up visiting relatives. There are single, double, twin and family rooms available and a specially designed room for those with limited mobility. Also available is the beautiful Anchor Suite, selfcontained accommodation with plenty of room in which to relax and enjoy yourselves. Ideal for the bride and groom taking advantage of the fantastic wedding packages on offer. All rooms are accessible by lift and feature a 32” flat screen TV and free Wi-Fi. There is a spacious restaurant and a stylish bar. Why not pop along to one of their charity events this Autumn or browse the Wedding Fayre on October 18th to see the wonderful facilities for yourself. More info and online booking can be found at:www.littledownhamanchor.co.uk or call 01353 699333

Local groups and meets

to update or add your group events please email: editor@elyimagazine.com Green means NEW OR UPDATED INFORMATION in this entry.

Ely Amateur Dramatic Society

The city’s oldest dramatic society first started in 1888. We produce three productions a year, from a range of genres. Visit our website or Facebook page to find out about tickets for shows and how to join. elyamateurdramatics.org www.facebook.com/elyamateurdramatics @DramaEly We will be presenting two comedy one-acts this October half-term - ‘Last Panto In Little Grimley’ and ‘Park Bench’. Tickets will go on sale in late September. Box office is Burrows Bookshop (01353 669759) Check out their website or Facebook page for more details

Ely & District Archaeological Society

The 2015-2016 programme will begin on Monday 19 October with a talk on the largescale excavations at Staunch Meadow, Brandon, that uncovered remains of a highstatus settlement on the fen edge. Talks are at 8.00 pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Ely. Entry is via the gate at the rear of St Mary’s Street Car Park, Ely ADMISSION: Visitors £2.50 – Members free. See our web site: www.elyarchaeology.org.uk or phone 01353 669326

Ely Arts Theatre

Want to find out about everything that is going on in the theatre and performance arts in and around Ely? Then join the Ely Arts Theatre network. Ely Arts Theatre is a community all about promoting all things theatre and performance or visual arts in Ely and the surrounding East Cambridgeshire area. We want to get more bums on seats for Ely & East Cambridgeshire theatre and performance arts events! So join the community at: www.elyartstheatre.org, find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/elyartstheatre or Twitter - @elyartstheatre

Ely Bridge Club

Ely Bridge Club welcomes new members, regardless of experience. We play Monday afternoons and Tuesday evenings. Contact George Jupp at 01354 657981 or e-mail elybridgeclub@gmail.com

Cambridgeshire Community Archive Network

This is a web site for old and new photographs of Ely and the immediate area surrounding it. Our web site is at: www.ccan.co.uk email:ely@ccan.co.uk Contribute photos etc by filling in the on line form on the website.

C.A.T. Theatre Company

A.G.M Tuesday September 15th at 7.30pm in the music room at Ely College. We perform mostly musicals and a Christmas panto, we audition, but we also have show nights without auditions, where members perform their own choice of music. Our minimum age is 14yrs. apart from the Panto, where children may be younger. Contact info: aafdawes@gmail.com Tel: 01353 664564

Ely Cathedral

Daily: 7.30am Morning Prayer 8.00am Holy Communion 12.10pm Holy Communion (Thursdays and Saints Days) 5.30pm Evensong Sundays: 8.15am Holy Communion 10.30am Sung Eucharist 4.00pm Evensong Tel: 01353 660300 www.elycathedral.org

Churches Together in Ely

Details of services throughout the year can be viewed on each church website. New Connexions @ High Barns The Theatre, St Mary’s School, High Barns, Ely. www.newconnexionschurch.org.uk The Countess Free Church

33 Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662396 www.countessely.co.uk Methodist Church Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662426 www.elyandnewmarket.com St Mary’s Church of England St Mary’s Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 659550 www.stmarysely.org St Peter’s Church of England Broad Street, Ely. www.elystpeterschurch.co.uk St Etheldreda’s Catholic Church Egremont Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662759 The Lighthouse, Lynn Road, Ely. Tel: 01353 662228 www.lighthouse-ely.org The Olive Tree Tel: 01353 662172 www.olivetree-ely.org.uk

Ely Consort

Ely Consort is a Chamber choir of about 40 voices. We perform music in a wide variety of styles; our performance venues include Ely Cathedral as well as other local churches. Ely Consort has built up a performing reputation over the last 25 years, to be known as one of the premier Chamber Choirs in East Anglia. A reputation we are very proud of maintaining! Membership by audition. Email us at info@elyconsort.org.uk

Countess Church Toddlers Two by Two Baby and Toddler Group Meets Thursday’s during term time at the Countess Free Church in Chapel St. 9.30am to 11.30am. Entry £1.50 which includes craft, coffee and snacks. New people always welcome in our newly refurbished hall! For info tel: 01353 662396 or go to www.countessely.co.uk

Ely Decorative & Fine Arts Society 4th Sept: Visit to The Wallace Collection, Manchester Square, London conducted tour of their wonderful arms & armour collection, coach leaves Ely at 8.15 The Gallery/8.30 Angel Drove Car Park: £23 members/£28 non members. More info 01638 724039 or wwwelydfas.org.uk 17th Sept: Lecture by Christopher Garibaldi, Director of National Horseracing Museum, Newmarket – “Treasures of the Turf” the fine and decorative art of horseracing.

Venue: The Old Palace 13th Oct: Special Interest Day – “A Visual History of Tapestry”, lecturer Dr Susan KayWilliams Chief Executive, Royal School of Needlework, members £30/non members £35 inc buffet lunch, Ely Methodist Church, Chapel St. info 01487 840084 or www.elydfas.org.uk 15th Oct: Lecture by Dr Paula Nutall ,BA(Hons) Phd - “The Mona Lisa: Behind the Smile” the story of her continual celebrity. Venue: The Old Palace, Non members welcome to meetings: £7 donation 7pm for 7.30pm, The Old Palace, Kings School, Palace Green. More info from: www.elydfas.org.uk

Ely Drop in

6-8pm Thursdays (term time only) The Cathedral Centre, Palace Green, Ely CB7 4EW for ages 13-18. Run by Youth support Services. Contact Jo Hoblyn 07585 985533

Ely English Language Cafe Mondays 7pm, Tues & Fri at 10.30am Just drop in - all welcome. The Kings Arms, St Mary’s Street for info: enfield4141@outlook.com

Fen Speak

Fen Speak is a regular poetry and spoken-word open-mic night alternating between venues in Wisbech and Ely. Meetings are alternately at The Babylon Gallery, Ely and The Wisbech & Fenland Museum, Wisbech. Every third Wednesday of the month, 7pm for a 7.30 start. Next ones: 16th Sept in Wisbech, 21st Oct in Ely. Just turn up. Entry is free, with a collection to support running costs. If you would like to book an open-mic slot, please contact: jonathan.totman@gmail.com for Ely and poppykleiser@outlook.com for Wisbech More info at: www.jonathantotman.co.uk/ events/4589860186

Ely Film Society

For the best in world cinema past and present! Screenings are held in the Old Palace, King’s School, Palace Green, Ely on the 3rd Monday of every month at 7.30 pm. Annual and six-monthly subscriptions available or purchase a guest ticket for an individual show. Contact 01353 668639 or 01353 656959 for more information, or visit our website for full programme and membership details: www.elyfilmsociety.com

Ely First Responders

Become a trained first aid volunteer. If you would like to make a difference in your community and are interested to find out more please contact 08456 013 733 for an introductory pack.

Ely Flower Club

10th September (Thursday) - AGM & Demonstration, commencing earlier at 6.45pm. Doors open at 6.30pm. Demonstration by Christine Hewson (Norwich), theme “Misty Nights”. Visitors £5.00. £2.00 Members 8th October (Thursday) - Area Demonstrator Susan Horne from Chelmsford, theme “It’s All About the Flowers”, commencing at 7.15pm. Doors Open at 7.00pm. Visitors £5.00, £2.00 Members. See page 25 for a report on recent activities. Regular meetings are at Needhams Hall, Ely College. Annual Subscription Fees £17.50, per meeting, members £2.00, visitors £5.00 (incl. tea/coffee & biscuits). Contact: Grace Bent 01353 661457 elyflowerclub@hotmail.co.uk

Ely Foodbank

The food bank is run in partnership with Churches together in Ely. Donations can be left at collection points at Sainsbury, Tesco & Waitrose in Ely or brought to the food bank store on Barton Road. See website for times. Emergency food needs and general enquiries: 01353 468626. email: info@elyfoodbank.org.uk www.ely.foodbank.org.uk

Friends of Jubilee Gardens We are a friendly group of volunteers. Some of us enjoy fund raising, some prefer to take part in our monthly working parties but there are many other friends who like to support the gardens less actively by paying an annual subscription of £5. Friends are invited to fund raising and social events and receive a newsletter twice a year. If you would like to be involved in your Gardens please ring the current Chairman of the Friends, Pauline Sherwood on 01353 663716 www.jubileegardens-ely.org.uk

Ely Games Day

Every third Saturday of the month. 12pm – 10pm. Modern board games. The Old Dispensary, St Mary’s Street, Ely £5. For info go to www.elygamesday.com

Ely Heartbeat Health Walk Every Tuesday 2 pm, meets at entrance to Ely Cathedral, Minster Place, CB7 4DL. Grade 2, 60 minutes. www.walkingforhealth.org.uk

Ely High Badminton Club

Every Wednesday (term time) 7.30-9.30pm Ely College, Downham Road. Contact John Clarke on: 01353 699484 john.clarke@tesco.net

Ely Humanists

Meets at Ely Library Meeting Room First Saturday of each month, 10 -11.30am For more info go to www.ely.humanist.org.uk

Knit & Knatter

Yarn On The Square, 22, Market Place, Ely, CB7 4NT / Cost £2. Every Wednesday either morning (10-12) or evening (7-9pm) you can come and join us for some social knitworking. We will offer our help and support alongside tea, coffee, a glass of wine and a few nibbles such as cakes and crisps. Anyone and everyone welcome. Hope to see you soon!

Ktog

(Knit Together) We Meet every Thursday evening at the Kings Arms Pub on St Mary’s Street. 7-9pm It is free to join us and everyone is welcome to knit, crochet, cross-stitch etc. Tel: 01353 664472

Ely Library

For events please go to: www.cambridgeshire.net

The Lions Club of Littleport When people think of Lions what do they conjure up? A Great beast with a fearsome roar and a mane? Well us Lions are Great with over 1.4 million members and when we roar we do so together and make a difference to the communities we serve. The mane covers all of the continents with over 46,430 clubs spread across 210 countries of the world. Make a difference to your community and join a club. Ask a Lion and he/she will try and make it happen. As a Lion you will join a club with like-minded men and women who are working together to strengthen your communities. You’ll also be a part of something bigger, a

35 worldwide network of dedicated volunteers across the globe. Full details of your local club phone David and Jenny Ellis 01353 / 07817 592438. Or find us on; Twitter @LittleportLions / Facebook :Littleport Lions Club www.littleportlionsclub@yahoo.co.uk

Littleport Lions Korfball

Every Tuesday evening, Littleport Leisure Centre, Camel Rd. All year round, new players can get two free trial sessions at any time of year. For more information, contact Andy on andrewdunlop@hotmail.com, or visit the Lions website: www.littleport-lions.co.uk We’re on Facebook or watch our introductory video on YouTube by searching for “This is Korfball”.

Lighthouse Centre Monday Club

2nd & 4th Monday 11am - 2pm Lighthouse Centre, 13 Lynn Rd Tel: 01353 66228 Dave@garagecommunitytrust.org

Ely Milks

Thursdays 1.30pm-2.30pm (Free) Breastfeeding support. Ely Milks is a charitable organisation providing information and support for mums who are breastfeeding. At The Cathedral Centre, Palace Green, Ely CB7 4EW Contact: Mary Barnes 01353 727188 / www.facebook.com/elybreastfeeding

The Friends of Ely Museum.

Further info: www.elymuseum.org.uk/about or 01353 661162. Cost of meetings £2.00

Ely Museum Events

Saturday 19th September 10.30am – 1pm Ask the Archaeologist Have you found something in your garden or whilst out for a walk? Then bring along your archaeological finds for our experts to identify. Free entry to event 3rd October (9am-12.45pm & 1.45pm-5.30pm) Be inspired by Ædwen’s beautiful brooch and work with silver clay to create your own unique design. Afterwards you can send your silver brooch to be officially hall-marked. Ticket price £25. Limited places; please book in advance. Suitable for adults and young people over the age of 12.

Thursday 29th October 11am – 12.30pm Autumn Fruits Children’s crafts and activities suitable for ages 5 – 11 years £3.00 per ticket, please purchase in advance to guarantee your place. Silver Workshop:Make your own silver brooch with Spoilt Rotten Beads.

The Order of St Etheldreda The Order of St. Etheldreda is the fund-raising arm of Ely Cathedral Trust. If you would like further details on how to join The Order please contact oofSE@elycathedral.org or telephone 01353 660363

Neighbourhood Watch

Open Day Sunday September 6th between 12:00 – 16:00. Ely Police Station. In addition to all the other good things you can see and do at the Ely Police Station Open Day you can meet local Neighbourhood Watch representatives and learn how Neighbourhood Watch can make a difference in your street. Neighbourhood Watch exists to work with the local police force to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour, and also to encourage neighbourliness. This provides an increased feeling of security for the local residents. If you can’t make the open day you can still obtain information from Kevin Evans at 01353 614892 or kevin.g.evans@ntlworld.com

The Olive Tree

Olive Cafe: Fridays 10am -12pm (Free) Olive Tree Church, 15a Silver Street. Open Door Cafe offers a friendly setting in which to meet others over freshly brewed tea or coffee and homemade cake. There is no agenda, simply a welcome for those who might like to get out and meet other people for a couple of hours. (donations for refreshments) UNDER ONES: Parents & Babies Group. A group for babies under a year old, providing a relaxed atmosphere for babies and for parents and carers to socialise. No need to book, just turn up and there is a fee of just £1 per baby. Hot and cold refreshment provided. UNDER TWOS: Parent and carers toddler Group. This also another group aimed at parents and carers with children under two years of age. Again this is a less boisterous group for children just starting to walk and not yet in pre-school.

36 No booking required, just turn up and there is a fee of £1.50 per child. Hot and cold refreshments provided. These are a highly recommended group by the community mid-wives, Ely Children center and by the mums. The Olive Tree Tel: 01353 662172 www.olivetree-ely.org.uk

Parisian Swing

Gypsy Jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. 1st Sunday of every month at The Cutter Inn, Annesdale, Ely, 8.0010.00. Free admission. Ring 01353 656959 for more information. www.parisianswing.com

Isle of Ely Philatelic Society 10 September: Antarctic A-Z Stamps and Postal History, Bill Tilbury. 8 October: Visit by Leighton Buzzard P.S. 5 November: Gibraltar, old and new, Professor David Stirrups FRPSL. 27 November: Ely P.S. to visit Kings Lynn P.S. 3 December: Social Evening for members and partners. Meetings at Ely College, Downham Road, 7.00pm for 7.30pm. Check notice board at Community Desk for designated room. Subscription £7.00 per year. For info please contact our Hon. Sec. on: 01354 659358.

Ely Photographic Club

Wednesdays 7.30pm (annual subscription) Nick Bowman Tel: 01353 664085

Quilting

Quilting exhibition - Quilting for Christmas An exhibition of quilts to be held in Ely Methodist Church Friday 13th and Saturday 14th November from 10am to 3 pm. Light refreshments available Suggested entry donation £3 Entry via Chapel Street and St Mary’s car park Contacts: Wendy 01353 664752 or Vida (quilters) 01353 614644

Ely & District Model Railway Club

Our friendly inclusive club has moved into a purpose converted new clubroom. We now have plenty of room to build our two new exhibition layouts. We meet

on Tuesday evenings and additionally at other times. We are now keen to recruit new members. You can learn new skills/share common interests. We also organise a well respected exhibition in Ely each May. Anyone over 18 interested in joining can visit us a couple of times to see if they like it. Then membership is £10/month. In the first instance please contact the Club Secretary on 01480 454857 or vie email; crofters@ntlworld.com to arrange a visit, or make contact via our website www.elymrc.org.uk

Ely Hereward Rotary Club

Wednesday evening meetings at the Lamb Hotel. The meetings are a mixture of fellowship, guest speakers, even and fundraising planning and outside visits. For more information about our club, please contact Frank Connolly on 01366 386973 or email: fac@lineone.net website: www.rotaryclubely-hereward.org

Ely Runners

Tues & Thurs 7pm Paradise Centre Membership Sec: Richard Hill - secretary@elyrunners.co.uk

Ely Scrabble Club

Alternate Thursdays 1-3pm, Ely Library. £1.50 members, £2 non members For more info call: 07939 104 173

Ely Sailing Club

Ely Sailing Club is based at Roswell Pits in Ely, over 40 acres of attractive fresh water with islands, trees and banks. The sailing is always interesting, challenging and fun. There is dry launching directly from jetties, and crews are able to sail without getting their feet wet. We are a recognised Royal Yachting Association (RYA) training centre and have also been awarded RYA Champion Club status for our race coaching. Sailing takes place between Easter and the end of October on Thursday and Friday evenings and Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Full details can be found on our website www.elysailingclub.org

Sing! Choirs – Ely

Tuesday or Thursday evening (you choose one of the evenings). No auditions, no need to be able to read music, just enjoy singing! Contact Kathryn Rowland on: kathryn@singchoirs.com or call 01353 662022 for more details on how to join.

The Stained Glass Museum The Stained Glass Museum holds workshops, family drop-ins and lectures throughout the year. For more information please visit www.stainedglassmuseum.com or contact curator@stainedglassmuseum.com or 01353 660355.

Sugar in the Isle

Meets monthly (except Aug & Dec) 7.30pm The Hub Tea Room, Lynn Rd Demonstrations by local experts. Membership fee £20 / Meeting fee £1.50 & £5 visitors

Ely Watercolour Workshop

The Ely Watercolour Workshop is a friendly group, with some members who have been part of the group since it started in the autumn of 1994. We range from experienced to beginners. We are a self-help group and members themselves, sometimes give demonstrations. The weekly programme suggests a topic for people to paint, or people can always work on their own project if they prefer. It is informal, with opportunities for coffee and discussions or facilities for more serious painting. We meet in Ely Community College, and in the summer term try to paint outside, at various venues, weather permitting. We hold 2 exhibitions in the Almonry Restaurant each year to sell members’ work and raise money for local charities. Price: £12 per term Tel: 01353 776103

Ely Wildlife Watch

Wildlife watch is a junior branch of the Wildlife Trust. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or carer. For further information contact Clive on 01353 610224.

Ely Local Group of the Wildlife Trust

7.45 pm Vernon Cross Room, Ely Museum For info contact: Will on (01353) 661339 or willburdett@btinternet.com

Ely City Women’s Institute

14th September: Special Centennial Meal After dinner speaker: Elizabeth Bradley Guest of honour: Val Ware, Isle of Ely Federation Chairman. Competition: Silver: spoon 12th October: Harvest Supper with a speaker from G’s Marketing/Foods Competition: Green: picture made with leaves We meet every second Monday of the month, 7.30 pm - 9.45 pm at The Old Dispensary, 13 St Mary’s Street, Ely, Cambs, CB7 4ER New members will pay a pro-rata subscription depending on the quarter in which they join For info contact: 01353 663787 email: ruth.g.sindall@btconnect.com wielycity.wix.com/home / Twitter: @ElyCityWI

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At WEA we believe learning is for everyone and learning is for life. It helps people feel that anything is possible. It can be life-enhancing and life-changing – improving health, selfconfidence and creating positive changes that ripple out from individuals to communities. Founded in 1903, the Workers’ Educational Association (WEA) is a charity and the UK’s largest voluntary sector provider of adult education. In 2013/14 we delivered 9,700 parttime courses for over 70,000 students in England and Scotland with classes in almost every local authority area. More information can be found at : www.wea.org.uk

Ely WEA (Workers Educational Association) would like to invite you to come along to Ely Library this September and join them for an exciting 10 week course entitled ‘A Brave New World?’. This is the story of those who left this country in the 17th century to begin a new life as settlers in Virginia (USA). Their story is revealed through the experiences of two members of the same family; The Washingtons. The course is led by Wendy Barnes. Our first meeting is on Wednesday 22nd September. The sessions are 10:30am - Noon. The 10 week course costs £48, though concessions are available. If you would like further information please contact the secretary, Yvonne Robinson, on 07989 457824

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The Story of Ely by Mike Rouse coming soon... “The Story of Ely in 80,000 words with 100 pictures”, that’s the publisher’s brief and the contract that I am working on for completion at the end of October. 80,000 words to cover the legend of Saint Etheldreda, the destruction of Ely by the Vikings, the re-foundation, Hereward the Wake, Abbot Simeon and the building of the Cathedral, powerful Bishops, the genius of Alan of Walsingham, the dissolution of the monastery, Oliver Cromwell, the coming of the railway, and the gradual growth of the small market town of Ely – it all has to be there. Most of that story has already been covered in various books and research and it only needs turning into a narrative, but what of the more recent years? The challenge I face now is assessing what are

the really significant changes in recent years and who were / are the people who deserve their place in such a record? I would welcome any readers’ views on what or who should be included, for whatever reason. It could be shops, the market, businesses, pubs, cafes, sport, schools, because I know as soon as the book is published, there will be those who say ‘I’m surprised you didn’t mention...’! Someone may have a really good photograph that tells a story in itself. The Story of Ely, is all our story, so I would welcome any contributions for consideration and if I don’t include them all, then you can say ‘I’m surprised you didn’t mention...’ as it may be impossible to fit in everything. The easiest way for any reader to contact me directly is through email: m.rouse@homecall.co.uk I look forward to receiving all ideas. Mike Rouse

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Coming up…Ely & The Performing Arts September/October 2015 A little look at some local, home-grown shows in the area. Matt Harvey, Ely Arts Theatre www.facebook.com/elyartstheatre As theatre groups start preparations for an exciting selection of Christmas (yes Christmas!) productions that include Peter Pan (from Campaign Amateur Theatre), Pirates of the Panto (from Littleport Players) and Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs (from KD Productions), we take a special look at two local groups taking shows to the ADC Theatre in Cambridge this September. Fresh from taking their Avenue Q show to Edinburgh Festival in August, Viva Group are bringing this lively, part flesh part felt musical show to the ADC Theatre from 10th -12th September.

Viva Theatre Company Blending puppetry, musical theatre and comedy, the story revolves around Princeton - a bright-eyed college graduate who goes to New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account. He soon discovers that the only neighbourhood in his price range is Avenue Q.

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Here Princeton and his new neighbours struggle to find jobs, dates and their everelusive purpose in life! With strong language and sexual references throughout, the show it is suitable for over 16yrs only. Shows start at 7.45pm. Tickets are £12/£9 conc. Break An Egg Theatre Company are also treading the ADC Theatre boards in September with their first original comedy play – Murder At A Funeral. (16yrs+) This brand new farcical production pays homage to Agatha Christie’s classic whodunit murder mysteries. But in this case, it’s very much whodidn’tdoit! The year is 1930. At Lady Flange’s wake, six specially selected guests arrive to find a nervous solicitor and determined police officer, ready to seek out the late aristocrat’s murderer. But the reading of her will reveals a second wicked dilemma that leaves them all only 60 minutes to solve.

Break An Egg Theatre Company Tickets are now available – £12/£9 concs for the 7.45pm shows on 17th, 18th and 19th September. You can purchase tickets for both Avenue Q and Murder At A Funeral from the ADC Theatre by going online at www.adctheatre.com or calling 01223 300085. You can also catch Witchford Amateur Dramatics Society at the Battle of Britain Anniversary Spectacular on Saturday 26th September at 7.30pm. Taking place at Witchford Village Hall and Playing Fields Association, the evening features the Huntingdon Big Band. Tickets are £15 through Witchford Post Office or contact: villagehall@ witchford.org.uk. Forties style dress is encouraged!

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for money. They are included in the Tuesday night dine in offer, which includes any starter, classic curry (Chicken or Lamb) a rice dish or naan bread for only £11. We took advantage of this offer and expected the quantity and quality to be compromised, how wrong we were. There was more than we could eat for even our hungry crew and we were very happy to be able to relive the food experience at home the following lunch time with the leftovers. It was a fantastic meal and a wonderful evening.

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This year’s extravaganza that is ‘Party on the Hill’ is being held on Ely’s Cherry Hill Park on Saturday Sept 5th and sees four big names taking to the stage; American RnB star Jocelyn Brown, dance sensations Black Box, X Factor winner Shayne Ward and 80’s legend Adam Ant will all be performing supported by some local bands as well.

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48 Adam, a Canadian living abroad, resides here in Ely with his wife Sarah. He views Ely and the surrounding area with a freshness that only a newbie can. He’s been exploring. Read on to see what he has been up to and what he makes of it ! It’s been too long since my last fix; my hands start to shake, I’m hot and sweaty, and I can’t even focus on what’s on the telly. I need some snow. I flip open the computer, trying to find a contact, a ‘Zamboni man’, someone who can get me what I need… Finally, I score a sweet find in a corner of Peterborough....ice hockey tickets! As a Canadian living abroad, there are some things I may never understand, such as why football players seem to fall over so much even though their playing surface isn’t frozen.

One thing I can come to grips with, though, is how fanatical the audience was at the Peterborough Phantom’s ice hockey game at the end of their season. The ‘Barmy Army’ were cheering, chanting, and banging drums as they blew their way into the league championships, ultimately coming away with the trophy. There were Phantoms, Tigers, and Eagles all vying for the top spot in the league, certainly I can’t be the only one wondering why there are no Eels? The first hurdle would be finding a playing surface, due to the fact that Cambridge has the nearest rink. A fellow Fenlander, Lyn Guest de Swarte may be the answer to that, with a dream to build an international ice skating venue in Littleport. Another enthusiastic fan of the ice, Lyn is a former speed skater, and has now begun her

mission to put together a business case for a 400 metre enclosed ice oval. “There are only 12 similar facilities in the world and I would love for Littleport to be number 13,” Guest de Swarte has told media. She’s been actively promoting her idea to Littleport Parish Council, MPs, and even has plans to approach Sport England and EU funding bodies.

I can’t be the only one wondering why there are no Eels? While others have written off the idea (it’s been called a ‘white elephant’ and ‘pipe dream’), I don’t begrudge Lyn the fact that she’s championing a cause that she believes in. I’ve been told that the British love a good moan, something I have yet to fully experience in my time in Ely, but after seeing an English Premier Ice Hockey League game I can attest to the fact that there are those who enjoy a rallying cry as well.

In an ice hockey rink, the spectators are a part of the game as well, their support or disapproval adds a little bit of extra weight on either side of the scales – teams really do play better with an enthusiastic crowd cheering, chanting, pounding drums, and putting on a spectacle of their own. Had the stands been empty I doubt the Phantoms would have played as well, and it was a close game. So here’s my voice, Lyn, along with a drum and a horn. While I haven’t seen the plan, I don’t think anything’s impossible (which is why I keep hoping the Montreal Canadians will someday win the Stanley Cup).

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It is the brain child of Phil Makin who has been running YPL and its associated projects for approximately 10 years. It has proved to be very successful in helping to bring the community of Littleport together. The YPL ARENA in Henry Crabb Rd is the location for Auctions and Sales and these run twice weekly; Wednesdays at 6pm and Saturdays at 11am. You have to enter your items by 4.30pm the day before. The Arena also houses newest project ‘Salvage and Trading’. The intention is to provide small start-up businesses with a cost effective, solution to sell their products with no long term commitment. You simply rent some space to display your for sale items and the area is looked after for you by YPL staff and volunteers. So you don’t have to be on site and can get on with other aspects of your business. The size of the units start at 8 x 6ft.

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The YPL CENTRE in Granby Street serves as a multipurpose venue housing a cafe. There is an I.T. Suite available for individuals but also used for lessons and training. There are Music Practice Rooms, suitable for bands, soloists or jamming sessions and a recording studio. Also there is the thriving bike repair service and shop. Here you can find new and second hand bikes and accessories as well as cycles for hire and general advice. As if all that wasn’t enough, The YPL Performing Arts Centre on Victoria Street is home to Fabulous Feet School of Dance, offering Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theatre and much more. The dance studio can also be hired for private lessons and there are meeting rooms for hire too. Carpet bowls runs weekly on Tuesday afternoons. Phil works hard to keep up with what the Littleport Community need and plans projects and outlets accordingly. If you would like to take advantage of any of the facilities that YPL can provide, call Phil Makin on: tel 07947 823 446 email: yplittleport@btinternet.com www.yplittleport.co.uk

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Citizens Advice Rural Cambs covers the area of East Cambs, Fenland and Huntingdonshire and last year helped 10,600 new clients with over 36,000 problems. The service in East Cambs operates from our centre at 70 Market Street, Ely with drop-in sessions on a Monday, Wednesday and Thursday between 9.15am and 12.00pm. Our Ely centre run outreaches at Littleport and Soham each month. For further info please visit our website: www.ruralcambscab.org.uk We have 37 volunteers who support our service in East Cambs, nearly all based on a rota at our centre in Market Street. In addition we have 4 part-time paid staff supporting the service in Ely. Volunteers are our bread and butter. They go through comprehensive training over months

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Citizens Advice Rural Cambs is funded entirely by grants and donations. It is an independent charity with its own trustee board. We rely on donations from local businesses and supporters of our service to keep our phone lines and doors open. If you need independent, free, confidential, impartial advice you can: • Call our advice line 0344 245 1292 Monday to Friday from 9.30am – 3.30pm • Go on-line to www.citizensadvice.org.uk • or come and see us at one of our drop-in sessions.

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