Why you really need a comfortable chair
Enrichment – South Charnwood style!
Simply sitting in your favourite armchair can help put you in a better mood, and affect your behaviour. Research has found that our physical surroundings directly affect the way in which we view the outside world. The softer the touch, the happier and more generous we are. A harder, rougher touch, and we become more selfish and aggressive. “Our minds are deeply and organically linked to our bodies,” said an expert from Yale University. Even holding a warm drink as opposed to a cold one can alter your perceptions of others, and influence decisions that you make. “Physical experiences not only shape the foundation of our thoughts and perceptions, but influence our behaviour towards others.”
Christian Aid Week
Street Collection in Markfield: 15th May to 21stMay 2011
This year we are unable to collect the envelopes as we have done in previous years but we ask those who would like to contribute to return the envelope with donation enclosed to: The Rectory, 3A The Nook, Markfield LE67 9WE Or to the address handwritten on the label. This will be the address of the person who distributed the envelope. From: Churches Together in Markfield
Raising funds for Rays of Sunshine Children’s Charity (Registered Charity No. 1102529)
ROCK ‘n’ ROLL/JIVE EVENING
Featuring Manchester-based professional Rock ‘n’ Roll Artist COLIN PAUL
Pupils at South Charnwood High School enjoyed two days of exciting whole school activities on 7th and 8th April. The normal school timetable was suspended for all pupils and different departments organised events, with something for everyone to enjoy. The Science Department experienced life as a Pirate; Humanities spent a day with the Romans; and Modern Languages tempted pupils with a taste of Spanish food amongst other Spanish themed activities. Music and Drama took part in a Battle of the Musicals; while Maths spent the day creating board games. The creative skills of the Art, Design and Technology department were tested to the max with tasters of possible GCSE courses; and English hosted a Taming of the Shrew workshop. Last, but by no means least, the PE Department took pupils to an Outdoor Pursuits Centre, where great fun was had by all.
Bagworth Historical Society If you are a newcomer to Bagworth, you may not realise how important the village is in history. In Domesday, Bagworth was in charge of Ibstock. There was very nearly a castle built in Bagworth. It was the site of battles in the Civil War. One of the first railways in the world came to Bagworth in July 1832. There are many other reasons why the village is important. Bob Austin and the late Frank Gregory have written six books about the village. These include The Railway, Bagworth Park, The People of Bagworth, The Village, The Churches and The School. They range in price from £2 to £7 (the more expensive ones got bigger!) Alternatively you could buy a full set for £25, a saving of £3. Bob can be contacted on 01530 230429 or on Austin@ bagworth.freeserve.co.uk If you are really interested in the history of the village, we have a Bagworth Historical Society which meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7.30 pm at the Working Men’s Club. We have outside speakers, a visit in the summer, (last year we went to Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe in Melton Mowbray and made pork pies. This year we are thinking of a visit to a brewery.) and we have a Christmas celebration in December. If you would like to join us please come along. We are a friendly group of people ranging from young to, well, you decide!
Bob Austin
Time is a great healer, but a terrible beautician.
plus Special Guest appearance of professional “Dancing on Ice” Skater MATT EVERS at The Forest Suite, Charnwood Arms Hotel, Beveridge Lane, Coalville, Leics., LE67 1TB (just off Junction 22, M1) on FRIDAY, 20th MAY, 2011 Doors open 7.00 p.m. until 11.00 p.m. Tickets: pre-booked £6, on the door £8 (includes entry into Quality Raffle) Food Available At Venue If Required Book Now To Avoid Disappointment Contact Ann On 01530 230389 (After 5.00 P.m.) Large Free Carpark • Bar Everyone Welcome Venue Is Disabled Friendly Please Support Us By Attending This Great Event – A Rare Opportunity To See Both A Top Vocalist And “Dancing On Ice” Professional Skater In Person!