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Welcome to the January issue Happy New Year! Welcome to the first issue of 2019! A new year is an opportunity to reflect on the passing year as well as being full of anticipation and excitement for what is to come. In our household it will be an exciting one as our son will be starting school in September which I am very excited to see him grow and learn new skills but at the same time know I will lose a part of him, his innocence and the freedom that comes with no strict routine every day! 2018 has been a busy one for us, we have made the most of the beautiful summer with a camping trip, days at the coast, a holiday to Fuerteventura and plenty of adventures closer to home be it picnics at the park, feeding the ducks or days out at a farm. We are definitely a family that likes to pull on their wellies and get out and about. We have got a few trips planned for 2019, so before school starts we have plenty to look forward to and keep us occupied. Back to the issue and we are trying to inspire you with ideas to either move or improve your home, get fit and healthy as well as kick back and relax. Annette from The Village Midwives offers some thought provoking life changes to make for a more peaceful year, Tim test drives the Mercedes-Benz A class and we look at owning a pet. If you can are struggling to make one new years resolution and want to help the area you live please try to think about where you spend your money; be it for fruit and veg, bread, meat, a new fence, repairs to your house or buying clothes or cosmetics. If we all made a conscious effort to support our independent shops and traders we can dramatically change the local economy, investment in the high street and improve the area we live. All that’s left for me to say is enjoy the issue and once again wish you a happy new year!
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Latest council performance Efforts to reduce littering and fly tipping continue throughout the borough with 1,234 fixed penalty notices issued in Boston and across the rest of the borough between April, 2017, and the end of this September. Councillors were shown maps for locations of fixed penalty notices issued between April and September, 2018, which indicated a concentration in the town area but many others across the whole of the borough. They showed that fixed penalties for littering and fly tipping had been issued in Old Leake, Kirton, Kirton Holme, Wrangle, Fosdyke, Wyberton, Wyberton Fen, Bicker, Hubberts Bridge, Sutterton, Fishtoft, Algarkirk, Frampton, Holland Fen, Amber Hill, Freiston, Butterwick, Kirton End, Kirton Fen, Swineshead Bridge, Wigtoft, Brothertoft and Benington. Fly tipping incidents for the quarter, compared with the same quarter last year, increased from 302 to 339, with substantial increases in household waste dumped. Items which could have been dumped from the boot of a car almost doubled. The council will take action against those who litter. To report a littering offence that you have witnessed go to https://bit.ly/2QbtJZD
Print the form, fill it out and post it to the council. If you are reporting a fly tip – you can fill out an online form at https://bit.ly/2QBrbn7 or send details by email to: flytip@boston.gov.uk Please include full location details and photos if available. If you are reporting litter which requires cleaning up – please fill out the online form at https://bit.ly/2FYY3lO or email details to waste@boston.gov.uk Investment income earned in the financial year up to September 30 totalled £83,000 £44,000 from cash investments and £39,000 from property funds. A significant increase in property fund income – from holdings in property portfolios managed by property fund professionals (as approved by the council in April) - will occur in the second half of the financial year following purchases at the end of August and September totalling £15.489 million. The projected investment income to the end of this financial year is now £462,000 against an initial budget of £117,000. Cllr Martin Griggs said it was pleasing to see how the property investment valuation had increased in just two months. Referring
Latest top food hygiene awards Here are the latest food premises awarded top hygiene ratings where you can buy and eat with confidence. Boston Borough Council’s environmental health officers make routine examinations of food premises and award food hygiene ratings on a scale up to the maximum five. The latest to be awarded the top five rating, giving customers confidence about the hygienic way in which food is kept and prepared, are: • The Ship Inn, Fosdyke • Prezzo, Wide Bargate • La Pappardella, Pescod Square • Boston Lock Café, Witham Bank East • Thomas Middlecott Academy, Kirton • Frytime’s Fish and Chips, Forbes Road • Henry’s Fish and Chips, Skirbeck Road • New Four Seasons Takeaway, Station Road, Kirton • The Codfather, Station Road, Kirton • Boston West Children’s Centre, Sussex Avenue • The Cake Corner by Evelyn Ruby Cakes, High Street, Kirton • J & A Damarex, West Street • Lincolnshire Co-op, Eastwood Road • Garlin Fresh Foods, Broadfield Lane • Bicker Bar Service Station.
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to an earlier council decision to raise funds by investing a £2 million loan he said: “It shows it was a good idea to do that,” he said. The council performance report for quarter two (July, August and September) presented to Boston Borough Council’s Cabinet showed that a target of 155 housing completions was exceeded and the actual number was 236 with 43 empty properties back in occupation against a target of 30. Swim sessions at the Geoff Moulder Leisure Complex continue to rise with 87,325 enjoying a dip compared with the target of 85,000. There was a 16 per cent increase in the commercial waste collection service offered by the council compared with the year ending 2017/18 and a ten per cent increase in commercial waste customers. The council’s events team came in for many compliments during the quarter, with thanks for their efforts in helping put together a range of entertainment and events such as Active Boston, the beach days, fairy door hunt, teddy bears’ picnic, sausage and beer festival, Vikings’ village and open-air cinema in Central Park and classic cars show and craft events in the Market Place.
In-bloom just keeps getting better 2018 will be marked down as a brilliant year for Boston in Bloom. To add to an armful of successes it has now received a Boston Business Award and a Pride of Boston Award. The in-bloom team added its fourth gold medal running to its impressive list of in-bloom successes, as well as four other special in-bloom awards in 2018. Now it has received a trophy and certificate in the Boston Standard community/business environmental achievement award and the Boston Preservation Trust Civic Group Pride of Boston award. Boston-in-Bloom chairman, Alison Fairman, said: “We are delighted to receive these additional awards. It has been a truly golden year for Boston-in Bloom, with recognition at all levels for the hard work of all the volunteers. It is especially gratifying to have recognition from the residents of our own town.” Cllr Claire Rylott, vice chairman of the in-
bloom group, added: “It is great to celebrate so much that’s positive in Boston. To add to all the successes of 2018 we have also been chosen to represent the whole of the East Midlands in the national in-bloom awards.”
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From Boston, Lincs to Boston, MA Many visitors from America come to Boston in search of
been recorded. Whatever his reasons for
their roots. And while the Pilgrim
the betrayal, the entire party
Fathers’ connection with the town
of around 20 men, women and
was fleeting, it was influential in
children were rounded up at
the development of the modern-
a point near the Witham, now
day USA.
marked by the Pilgrim Fathers
Those pilgrims of today from
memorial near Fishtoft, and
across the pond come to Boston
brought back up river in small
because of the documented
boats to Boston where they were
escape to religious freedom from
brought to the Guildhall the home
these shores of their forefathers.
of the magistrates and the cells.
So far as the historic records
Their incarceration in the
can be trusted there is no
Guildhall proved a problem - the
doubting that the Pilgrim Fathers
accommodation was small – the
sought to make their first escape
two cells each measure around
bid overseas from the Lincolnshire
seven feet by five-and-a-half
coast, close to Boston, in 1607,
feet - and there appears to have
were betrayed, arrested and
been some little sympathy for
locked up in the Guildhall.
the religious prisoners. They
Escape from religious
were likely given free range in the
persecution was their aim; their
kitchen area and the group was
crime was seeking to leave the
held for a month until going before
country without the permission of
the magistrates at the Quarter
the King.
Sessions. The majority were ‘sent
And it is this first recorded act
back to whence they came’ but
of defiance, and the first recorded
the seven ringleaders were held
steps along the path which was to
longer and told to attend the
eventually take them to America
higher assize court in Lincoln.
to become an important part of
Not surprisingly none of them
the founding fathers, that forms
reported to that higher authority.
such a close bond with Boston for Americans. After gathering as a group
Despite being held in the Guildhall William Bradford, later recalled in his memoirs that
from various parts of the country
they were treated fairly while in
the Pilgrim Fathers (Separatists as
Boston.
they were then know because of
They were not really pursued
their desire to separate from the
with vigour and a year later
Church of England) travelled 60
sailed from North Lincolnshire to
miles to Scotia Creek where they
Holland where they spent the next
had paid for transport across the
12 years.
North Sea to Holland. After taking on board their
Eventually concerned that they were not achieving the dream
belongings, and no doubt their
of their ideal society they secretly
fare, the ship’s master double-
travelled to England to join other
crossed his passengers and the
settlers to board the famous
local militia turned up to arrest
Mayflower in Plymouth and then
them. Neither the name of the
set sail for their new life in the
master, nor that of the ship, has
New World – America.
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Millions Shared Thanks To Dividend Card Shoppers around the county have enjoyed an extra £62.5 million in their pockets over the last two decades thanks to a dividend card that’s reached its 20th birthday. The Lincolnshire Co-op dividend card marked an important step when it launched in 1998 – the same year Google was founded and film Titanic earned 14 Academy Award nominations. Previously, customers collected stamps as they shopped, which were kept on rolls at the tills. These stamps could be saved up in a book and then spent on goods in the Society’s outlets. The card meant customers could instead collect dividend with a simple scan at the tills, and it still has pride of place in wallets, purses and pockets 20 years later. Dividend collects on a members’ card each time they shop, which can then be spent in store, and at the end of each year members also receive a dividend bonus. This year Lincolnshire Co-op members are benefitting from £4.1 million of dividend which has been paid back onto their cards, including a share of a £1.9 million bonus on Saturday 1st December. That’s compared to £1.5 million shared with members in 1999, a year after the card was launched, along with a bonus of £250,000 divvied up between them. And altogether more than £62.5 million has been shared with members since the card launched that’s enough to buy 31 million boxes of Gadsby’s mince pies or 7.7 million bottles of co-op prosecco. Lincolnshire Co-op’s Membership Manager Richard Whittaker said: “We’re incredibly proud that our dividend card has reached this 20-year milestone. “Last year we launched a new key fob and dividend card app, making it easier than ever to collect and spend dividend and giving members three ways to spend their dividend bonus on December 1st. “I’d like to thank all our customers for being part of Lincolnshire Co-op, and I can’t wait to see what the next 20 years have in store.” The Lincolnshire Co-op dividend card, key fob and dividend card app help members get more in lots of other ways. They act as tickets to fun-packed member only events, such as the recent Society’s free Christmas food tastings in North Hykeham, Morton near Bourne and Market Rasen. Each time a member shops with their dividend card, a donation is also made on their behalf to local good causes through the Society’s Community Champions scheme. Almost £545,000 was raised for more than 230 groups in this way last year. To become a member, pop into a Lincolnshire Co-op store and ask for an application form or visit www.lincolnshire.coop/applynow
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Boston Barrier Boston Barrier is a BIG scheme. Everything about it is gargantuan – the cost, the materials, the kit, the manpower, the construction site. It’s all on a colossal scale. Its impact will be similarly massive. The £100
an oil-drilling rig, equipped with heavy-duty piling
A heightened flood gate will also be installed
million scheme is deemed a ‘National Priority
and vibration hammers, has been used to drive
Project’ within the Environment Agency’s Six Year
more than 2,000 tonnes of steel piles metres
Programme and is fully funded by Government
down into the river bed. A rocky strata below
filled in, narrowing the river at that point, so that
Flood Defence Grant in Aid. Once built it will
the oozing mud did its best to resist the steel
when the barrier is lifted to deal with a flood alert
reduce the risk to more than 14,000 properties
sheets being driven into it but man and machinery
it will completely block the passage of water up
from tidal flooding. It is being built beyond the
persisted and prevailed.
the river.
threat of a tidal surge such as the one which
The cofferdam, which extends from the bank
at the port entrance downstream of the barrier. The current bypass channel will eventually be
The barrier was initially designed to be
engulfed large parts of Boston on the night of
across about two thirds of the river is opposite
multifunctional and can still be utilised for water
December 5, 2013.The tidal river bank is also
the port and just downstream of the Forty Foot
level management at a later date, which could
being raised as part of a separate Environment
outfall. When it has been dewatered, work will
see water levels held at an attractive height
Agency project downstream of the barrier all
begin to install the concrete base across the river
throughout the town. If subsequent approvals
the way to the mouth to afford protection to
bed for the giant steel flood protection gate.
went ahead the scheme has a sterile area
properties there, also beyond the limits of the
Expert and experienced flood protection
2013 flood. It’s the biggest flood protection
engineers at Hollandia in the Netherlands
scheme outside of London.
are constructing the giant gate, which will be
Some may have thought they would never see the day when such major investment would be made in Boston, but construction of the
provision to allow for a lock for Water Level Management in the future. Cllr Michael Cooper, Leader of Boston
delivered by ship to the site from across the North
Borough Council, said: “No one who was affected
Sea.
by the horrendous flood of December 5, 2013,
It will be the final piece of a giant jigsaw –
wants reminding of that horrendous night and the
£100 million barrier began after Government
the massive hydraulic rams which will raise the
days, weeks and months afterwards. But the good
approval earlier this year.. BAM Nuttal and Mott
barrier will already be in place waiting to receive
news is that Boston is now to benefit from a truly
MacDonald Joint Venture (BMM JV) won the £75
the gate. Unlike some hydraulics used for other
massive flood protection scheme. It is a massive
million contract to build the barrier last year and
flood protection projects, Boston’s rams won’t
investment in the area, providing added security
started preliminary work for the scheme soon
be as submerged and at a more horizontal angle,
and peace of mind for literally thousands of
after.
to reduce salt water corrosion. This will also
property owners. It opens up a whole bright new
mean they are less of a dominant feature on the
future for economic development and, given the
landscape when not in use.
scale of the project, it has proceeded at pace. We
The barrier itself will be installed by next December with the project as a whole due to be complete by winter 2020. Nearest neighbours to the works will be pleased that the noisiest works have now come to an end – steel sheet piling driven into the
At such times the barrier will rest in a recess above it. An 18 metre navigation channel has been left
river bed to create a cofferdam and bankside
open on the Port of Boston side of the cofferdam
reinforcement is now complete on the south bank
to allow vessels to safely pass the construction
and secondary piling will continue in the New
site and a safety boat has been deployed to
Year.
enforce one way traffic during the construction
The contractors at BMM JV designed and installed a five-metre high temporary noise shroud for the properties directly adjacent to
works, and those making passage through to The Wash get a seal’s eye view of the construction. Boats from Boston’s fishing fleet have been
the works along Wyberton Low Road which has
berthed temporarily on the seaward side of the
reduced noise levels on the street considerably.
construction site and will return to their normal
A huge working platform, floated into place and then jacked up from the river bed, much like
all look forward to it being fully operational.”
flat on the river bed, allowing boats to pass safely
mooring on the town side when the project is
• Make sure you’re signed up to the Environment Agency’s free flood warning service, so they can let you know if any flooding is expected to affected your home. It’s really easy to do, just call Floodline on 0345 988 1188, or do it online www.gov.uk/flood Make the most of the service by giving them five ways to be contacted using a combination of home/mobile phone numbers and email addresses.
complete.
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t would not be an overstatement to say that being Mayor of Boston has been one of the highlights of my life and one of the greatest honours and privileges. My time in office so far has reinforced what I already knew - Boston is a wonderful town with bags of heritage, but most of all it has some wonderful people who give of their time to make sure things happen. These special people work quietly away for their community for no greater reward than taking satisfaction in a job well done. Some work with the borough council, are partners with the council or just get on and go it alone. I applaud them all. Nothing to do in Boston? I don’t think so. What I have seen proves that there is a lot going on, if you just get out there. There have been lots of free events in Central Park for all the family of all ages - teddy bear’s picnic, beach days, colouring and crafts, Active Boston, 1940s weekend, Blue Light Day to name
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but a few. It was great to be able to attend Boston Bike night on the back of my husband’s motor bike, and the move of venue to the Park was a great success. Then there are the organisations which help people in their most vulnerable and painful hours of need, such as Butterfly Hospice, so wonderfully supported by the people of Boston. It was great to attend their annual butterfly release. I have met volunteers from other organisations who work so hard all through the year to simply make Boston a nicer place to be. Wow! Boston in Bloom goes from strength to strength. Participation from schools, Boston Stump and other community groups resulted in the fourth gold award this year, and other awards besides. I also enjoyed the 60th anniversary of the Laval Twinning. This very lively group should be rightly proud of the achievements and friendships forged over the last 60 years with our French cousins. The Boston Steam Festival held at the beginning of September was a very special day – I had the
treat of being picked up in a vintage car, given the chance to drive a steam engine, was served a meal cooked in the fire box and taken home in an American Truck cab. What a fab day out. There was also a chance to meet all the volunteers who had organised each section of the fair - no mean feat. They were very enthusiastic about what they had put on for the visitors. This year’s Remembrance celebrations, with the extra poignancy of the centenary of the end of the First World War, was a change of pace and it was a great honour to be an active part of it. Boston always turns out to honour those who made the greatest of sacrifices in the name of peace and freedom and this ceremony topped all others. I laid a poppy cross at the memorial erected four years before to mark the centenary of the beginning of the Great War. It was a very humbling experience. The schools participation was very moving. Visiting the Polish Saturday School and the Sunday service in the Stump, where there was standing room only. The team at the Stump are working very hard and the church has turned into a community hub, buzzing with activities and people. We have seen the creation of the We’ll meet again Museum at Freiston Shore. I have been invited to three fantastic events this year so far. The hard work put in by Paul and Linda, their families and volunteers is amazing and enjoyed by all who visit. See the Facebook reviews for proof enough that this venue is flourishing. What, with Hollywood actors, arriving to film here and many other positive activities, Boston is a cup half full place now, and getting better all the time. But it has sadly not all been good news. There have been some recent job losses and the demise of a long-standing firm synonymous with Boston. But we are attracting new ones to take their place and the town’s commercial prospects are growing. So it is with optimism that I wish you all a Happy and Prosperous New Year.
Cllr Judith Skinner, Mayor of Boston
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Get to grips with your debts this year January is often a difficult time for families’ finances, but with the excitement of Christmas over and New Year’s resolutions still fresh, it is a good time to take stock of your financial situation. The good news is that there’s no debt problem that can’t be solved if you make a plan and stick to it. The steps below should help you make a start, but if you need help, specialist trained debt advisers in your local Citizens Advice will give you free, confidential and expert advice. Call into your local office or email outreach@citizensadvicemidlincs.org.uk
Work out how much you owe Make a list of who you owe money to and add up how much you need to pay each month. Find any letters and emails you’ve had about your debts, along with the credit agreements you’ve signed. If you don’t have an up-to-date statement from a creditor, you can ask them for one. This will tell you all the payments you’ve made and what’s left to pay. Prioritise your debts When you have more than one debt, you must make sure you’re dealing with the most important ones first. These are your ‘priority debts’ and they have the most serious consequences - like being evicted, losing your house or getting a court fine. Your rent or mortgage, energy and council tax are priority debts and should always be paid first. Work out how much you can pay Create a budget by adding up your essential living costs, such as food and housing, and taking away these from your income. Any money you have spare can be put towards your debts. It’s important to be as accurate as you can about what money you have available. Be realistic with your creditors and offer a small amount
of money, rather than offering too much and struggling with your living costs. There is a budgeting tool on the Citizens Advice website that can help. (https://www.citizensadvice. org.uk/debt-and-money/budgeting/ budgeting/work-out-your-budget/) . Paying urgent debts You may have several priority debts and can’t pay them all. You can try offering a bigger share of the money you’ve got available to the creditor you owe the most. Remember to make sure you’ve still got enough money to pay your essential bills and living costs. You might have to take into account how urgent each debt is. For example, if you think one of your creditors is about to take you to court, it could be a good idea to offer them more money. What to say when you contact a priority debt creditor Call each priority debt creditor to speak to them about your debt. You’ll need to talk them through: • why you’re in debt - for example, because you’ve lost your job, or had an unexpected large expense, or whatever the reason is • how you’re sorting out the situation - for example, that you’re now budgeting and using Citizens Advice to help you
• how much you can afford to pay them each week or month You’ll probably have to answer questions about what other debts you have, and whether your situation is likely to get better or worse. They could ask you if you’re likely to get more money coming in from work or benefits, for example. They might also ask what you’re doing to reduce your spending or increase your income. You can tell them that: • you’re budgeting • you’re looking at all your debts • you’re following Citizens Advice’s information on getting help with debt It’s best to be completely honest, so the creditor can see that your offer is realistic. If the first person you speak to is unhelpful, ask to speak to someone more senior. For each creditor you’ll need to: • keep a note of the name of the person you spoke to, the date you spoke to them, and what you agreed • follow up your call with a letter, confirming the details • keep copies of any letters you write If you’re finding it difficult to contact a creditor, or you can’t come to an agreement with them, talk to you local Citizens Advice there might be other debt solutions available to you. You should start paying what you
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can afford straight away, even if the creditor hasn’t agreed to your offer. This shows you can and will make payments. If you’re asked to pay more than you’re offering Some creditors might think you can afford to pay more than you’re offering. If they say this, you should be prepared to send them more proof of your situation. This could be things like: • wage slips and benefits details • copies of gas and electricity bills • details of rent or mortgage payments • medical evidence if you’re off work sick What will happen next Creditors will often ask you to agree to talk to them again after a certain amount of time, so they can see if things have improved. You should be ready to talk to them at that point and provide proof of your situation again. If your situation changes before that, go through the steps here again to make sure you’re dealing with your debts in the best way. This could be if you get a new job, or someone moves in or out of your household. You should make new offers to your creditors if your money situation improves, as this will mean your debts get paid off more quickly.
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Kirton Primary School Kirton Primary School was fortunate enough to be short listed and ultimately win two categories in the recent Children and Young People Now final. In the Learning category, the school’s little, children-run Parliament Bank was up against the likes of the London Institute of Banking and Finance, so the school
was astonished simply to have been short listed - let alone win. In the Guidance and Advice category, Kirton Primary School shared the short list with Sheffield City Council. Again, they did not expect to win. The ceremony was held at the Hurlingham Club in London and was an exciting night.
Boston College Boston College hosted its very successful annual sporting event, Elite Eleven recently with this year’s title going to Bourne Grammar School. Elite Eleven is an inter-school sporting competition involving twelve secondary schools from around the county, competing against each other in a variety of indoor sporting challenges. Each team was made up of 11 boys and girls from years 10 and 11 who competed for the coveted ‘Target Team Award’ trophy, with each member of the winning team also receiving a pair of Beats EP headphones and a poster handsigned by Callum Johnson. The event saw
special guest appearances from two amazingly successful and inspirational local sportsmen Callum Johnson and Billy Spooner. After a question and answer session with the competitors, Callum and Billy were on hand to help celebrate the success of the event by presenting prizes to the winning teams and providing photo opportunities for all involved. After an eventful day, the scores were tallied up and prizes were awarded to the top three teams. 1st place went to Bourne
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Grammar, 2nd place to Bourne Academy and 3rd place to The Deepings School. Speaking after the event, Jo Maher, Boston College Principal and Chief Executive said “It was fantastic to see all of the young motivated learners representing their school and aspiring to be crowned this year’s champions. The event was an amazing opportunity for those who participated to show both their physical and mental skill set and I would like to congratulate all those who took part.”
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ini Police have been concentrating on a very important topic this month. November 12th – 16th was national Anti-Bullying week, and one of our National Priorities (which all of our 122 schools must cover within a two year period) is Anti-Bullying, so it seemed apt to link in with that. Across the Borough, our Mini Police and their classmates were asked to take an in-depth look at bullying – discussing why it happens, where and when it happens, what the consequences are for both bullies and victims of bullying and also what they and others could do about it. Our Mini Police teams discussed this in detail, before going away and preparing presentations to deliver to their classmates. We have seen an amazing series of deliveries, from interactive Question & Answer sessions, roleplays and Powerpoint presentations. Our Mini Police have clearly worked hard in creating these presentations, and have delivered some great work as a result. They also produced some great posters and puzzle pieces to go on their noticeboards, which help pupils and visitors alike to keep up-todate with their work The most important point that we learnt about bullying was that the best way to deal with bullying is to : S – Start T – Telling O - Other P – People
As well as delivering some great work, our Mini Police are continuing playground patrols, sometimes coming across some strange sights, like in Wrangle where a rather famous bear from Children In Need found time for a quick photo during his rounds. A last note was to say a huge THANKYOU to all of the parents, relatives and friends of our Mini Police who supported our Mini Marathon back in October. Sponsorship has now been collected, and an absolutely amazing £1828-36p was raised in total. We will now work out where we can donate it, and update in due course. As this is the last article before Christmas, on behalf of our Mini Police and Lincolnshire Police, I would like to take this opportunity to say Merry Christmas! We have lots of new topics coming up in January, and look forward to sharing them.
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Books to read before the film release in 2019!
14th & 28th January 10.30am-12.00 noon Shared Readers. Meets fortnightly
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Fantastic Beasts, the Crimes of Grindelwald : the original screenplay By J K Rowling The follow up to ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.’ The powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald was captured in New York with the help of Newt Scamander, but, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escapes custody and sets about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. Reserve you copy today to find out what will happen next.
15th January 10.30am-11.30am VIP Readers Group. For visually impaired readers. Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month.
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define who we are. We think, “I could never do that!” or “I could never make that happen!” If you truly believe that, you’ll never accomplish your goals. Open up your mind and believe in yourself. There will be many people who tell you that you can’t do it. It’s up to you to prove them wrong. There is literally nothing you can’t achieve if you want it badly enough. When it feels too scary to jump, that’s exactly the time to do it. 5. Be patient. There is truth in the adage ‘good things come to those who wait’. Patience is a skill and in today’s world we are driven to want things quicker, sooner, bigger. The Universe knows what it’s doing…have faith and be patient. Things that are meant for you will be yours. This can be infuriating when you feel there is something you want so badly, you can’t wait. Pay attention to things that cause you this pain, they are opportunities for learning. 6. Live for today. What if you were told you were dying? What would you do to make yourself happy? Well, the truth is, you ARE dying. We are all in a queue shuffling along until we leave. What you do while you’re standing in the queue is only down to you. Eat the good food, tell the secrets in your heart, make connections with the people you love. Others will love you all the more for it. Be brave.
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What’s the best pet for your kids?
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t’s an exciting time — your family is about to get bigger! Soon there will be somebody barking, meowing or even hopping around your house, keeping the kids company and making lots of memories. But before you get sucked into a flurry of new pet selfies, there are a lot of things to consider when bringing a new pet home. First and foremost, the family should take a look at their timetable to ensure that the pet will be adequately cared for and they can meet the pet’s individual needs. For example, while cats may not require as much work as a dog, the litter box needs to be cleaned every day, brushing and nail clipping are required, as well as mental stimulation, which includes play. Dogs require training, exercise, socialisation with animals and people, as well as mental and physical stimulation.” Children will often convince the parents that they will care for the pet and while their intentions are good, after a few months and a busy calendar, the child may lose interest in the ‘tasks’ that they promised and the responsibility is back on the parents! So ultimately you need to ask if you are prepared to care for your pet for the longterm. Dog No two dogs are the same, so take your time and find a good match. Every dog is an individual with a
unique personality, whether a dog is well-mannered around children and babies isn’t all to do with the dog’s breed, it it’s more about whether the dog has been properly socialised with children early on. Small dogs are not necessarily the best choice for children, young children tend to think small dogs enjoy being picked up, carried, hugged, dressed up, etc. Children need to learn that dogs should not be treated like a toy or stuffed animal. Considerations: Are you the traveling type? The family that wakes up on a Saturday morning with a plan to spend the day out and about needs to think about how your dog will fit into this picture. Dogs need regular exercise, grooming and training, and they can’t be left alone for extended periods of time. As a result, a dog may not be the best pet for your family if no one is home during the day — unless you’re prepared to hire a dog walker or send your pup to doggy daycare. Cat As any cat lady will tell you, cats are independent creatures. While one kitty might be the biggest cuddle bug you’ve ever met, another may prefer a more solitary life (with regular servings of food, please!) Like dogs, cats do require responsibility — litter box duty will become some lucky person’s regular job — but the good thing about felines is that they may afford you a little more freedom. They need food, water, care and
attention on a daily basis but leaving them overnight is definitely easier to do. Considerations: Cats can bite or scratch when they’re not enjoying certain situations, so it’s a good idea to give your child a crash course in “Kitty Etiquette. Rabbit Rabbits are active and social, and they need plenty of stimulation or they can potentially get bored and destructive. If you plan to let your bunny explore your home you’ll need to do some serious bunny-proofing! They require a rather large enclosure to dwell in, partly because they can grow in size as they age. Considerations: Like cats, rabbits can be quirky and some don’t like to be carried around, which may be difficult for children to understand. Animals need a break from children and they must be allowed quiet time so they are not overwhelmed with too much handling. Guinea pig Snuggling and exploring are some of a guinea pig’s favourite pastimes, so they’ll need time out of their cage every day. Regular responsibilities will include grooming, cage cleaning, and having supplies at the ready. Supplies for one guinea pig is a regular financial commitment and that could potentially double should you get a second guinea pig, which
is recommended for companionship reasons. Considerations: They can be easily startled, so kids will need to learn how to behave around these adorable animals before they become a part of the family. Lizard If your family has a particularly busy schedule and the desire for a relatively quiet pet, you might consider a lizard since they can be fairly low-maintenance. While the habitat and feeding needs of lizards — which can have long lifespans — vary by type and can be pretty specific, most don’t require extensive grooming. Considerations: Because some lizards are more delicate, an older child may be better at being gentle with them. Hamster Hamsters are nocturnal so only night owls will really get to see this critter in action. They have a relatively short lifespan, about two to three years, so keep in mind that your kids might get a lesson in dealing with the loss of a pet sooner rather than later. Considerations: Adult supervision is recommended when a child younger than 8 handles a hamster because, like guinea pigs, they can be startled and even bite. Younger children may not be capable of making a hamster feel secure. Fish Often regarded as the perfect first pet for kids, fish are fascinating family members to watch, no matter your age. Feeding them daily and cleaning out their tanks will be on a caregiver’s to-do list. The frequency of tank cleaning depends on a few factors, like the kind of fish you have, but generally it will need to be cleaned every two weeks. If your family life is too hectic for a dog or even a cat, these underwater friends can make great pets. Considerations: The positives about fish are endless: their colours and swimming patterns can soothe, they’re quiet, they don’t require a lot of space, they don’t shed — but they still need care and attention, some more than others. Overall pets can be a great addition to any family, they can teach children about compassion, care and responsibility but ultimately they are a commitment and therefore need careful consideration.
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The Meaning of Flowers & Life Celebrations The type of flowers you choose can express specific sentiments. The traditional language of flowers provides a way to convey your feelings and send a meaningful message. The gift of a plant is often an ideal choice, as they provide a long-lasting tribute to the loved one lost, as well as a constant reminder of the friendship and affection you wish to support the bereaved through the grieving process. Lilies The lily is the flower most commonly associated with funeral services as they symbolize the innocence that has been restored to the soul of the departed. The white lily expresses majesty and purity, where as white stargazer lilies specifically symbolize sympathy.
denote grief and sorrow. Yellow roses are given by friends of the deceased to symbolize their strong ties. When you include a single rose in a bouquet it expresses enduring love for the deceased.
Gladioli Gladioli have a tall flower stem composed of multiple flowers that can measure up to 4 feet tall. They are typically used in fan sprays, which are classic and elegant arrangements for traditional funeral services. The gladiolus embodies strength of character, sincerity, and moral integrity. They are available in a wide range of colours, including white, pink, red, purple, yellow, orange, salmon, and green. Carnations Long lasting and fragrant, carnations are a popular choice for sympathy arrangements. The red carnation evokes admiration while a pink carnation stands for remembrance. White carnations stand for pure love and innocence. Orchids Orchids say “I will always love you”. When giving an orchid plant as a gesture of sympathy, it is important to give consideration to colour. Pink and white are traditional colours of sympathy. Daffodils and Tulips Bright yellow spring tulips and daffodils are a symbol of renewal and fresh starts. For this reason, they are believed to bring encouragement and hope to a person who is grieving or unhappy, making them a great choice to send as a sympathy gift to the family home of the departed. Tulips represent elegance and grace. Yellow tulips represent cheerfulness. White tulips represent forgiveness. Purple tulips represents royalty. Lastly, red tulips represent perfect love.
Chrysanthemums Mums are frequently included in arrangements for funeral services. In some European countries, such as France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Hungary and Croatia, chrysanthemums are symbolic of death and are only used for funerals or on graves. In China, Japan and Korea, white chrysanthemums are symbolic of lamentation and grief. In the US, they symbolize truth and usually regarded as positive and cheerful, with New Orleans as a notable exception. Roses As one of the most recognizable flowers, roses can be a beautiful part of an arrangement of funeral flowers. White roses evoke reverence, humility, innocence, and youthfulness. Red roses convey respect, love, and courage. Pink roses signify love, grace, appreciation and gentility. Dark crimson roses
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Health & Beauty
New Year, New You With 2019 just around the corner we take a look at how to make it your best year yet!
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he New Year always starts with Resolutions, it’s as if January 1st brings with it an unavoidable taking stock of the previous year and thoughts of how you can improve over the coming 12 months. The top resolutions are: 1) Lose weight and get fit 2) Stop Smoking 3) Drink less alcohol 4) Learn something new 5) Eat more healthily 6) Save money 7) Stay in touch with friends and family 8) Travel More 9) Be less stressed – work/life balance 10) Get more organised So that’s the to-do list started! What you have to do now is to follow it through. Make a start and stick to it. Which is often easier said than done… Begin by taking a really close look
at the goals you have set for yourself and check that they are realistic and obtainable. When making your resolutions it is easy to think about how life would be in a perfect world but if that’s what you end up striving for then you are going to make things very hard for yourself. If, for example, you have included ‘learn Mandarin’ on your list then it makes more sense to change this to ‘enrol in a Mandarin class’ which will seem a much less daunting task! Equally, ‘lose 3 stone’ would sound more achievable if it read ‘join a local diet group and find an exercise class’. Once you are happy with your list then break it down into smaller goals which can be quickly achieved. If you are able to tick things off your list regularly then you are more likely to stick with it as you will be able to see the results you are getting much more quickly than if you tackled them
as mammoth tasks. If ‘travel more’ is at the top of your list then you could break it down by firstly researching destinations, then deciding where you would like to go, then finding out the cost, then deciding how much you need to save and then booking the holiday. By breaking it down you will feel like you are making steady progress in the areas you have chosen. Ask those around you to help. Many resolutions involve large changes to lifestyle such as eating less, exercising more and giving up smoking. Knowing that your family and friends are supporting you can give you the encouragement you need when you have been going for a while and need an extra boost. It could be something simple like asking them not to eat junk food around you, or coming out with you to walk the dog to make sure you are getting
some exercise. If taking up a new hobby is on the list then it is also important to get the support from your household as, if you are going to be away, routines will have to change and may even involve you being out in the evenings or weekends. It might be a good idea to choose some resolutions you can all work on together, you are far less likely to give up when you have been going for a while and you feel like you could do with a break. Once you stop you are very unlikely to start again so the more support you have around you the better. Finally, try and enjoy what you are doing! Although most resolutions will feel like you are somehow being deprived, remind yourself why you are doing what you are doing. You ultimately want to be healthier and happier and when you need motivation it a good place to start!
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When thinking about looking after ourselves for the new year we usually make changes to our diet and physical fitness but what about our mental health and wellbeing? I am definitely guilty of putting this way down the pecking order of importance but should definitely be higher up the list of ‘things’ to look after. With that in mind I took myself off with a friend recently to The Grange Spa in Pointon. It’s a perfect location for a half day spa in between school drop off and pick up or even a twilight session as it’s just 25 minutes from Spalding – you feel like you are in another world. Once you step through the door it is full of luxury and warmth. We slipped on our costumes, wrapped up in the complimentary robes and took time to sit by the pool and just relax, something I never do – there’s always a job to be done! A treat for me is time to read a magazine, drink a hot cup of tea and nibble on a homemade cake – The Grange Spa deliver on all three. The beautiful swimming pool and heat experience zone is my favourite place to be. The 12 metre pool is heated to a gorgeous temperature, no ‘oooooh take your breath away moments’ here. There are experience showers and three baths to awaken your senses. • Gem stone steam bath delicately scented steam bath to warm and decongest • Herbal bath - delicately scented sauna to warm and relax, innovative design
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Home & Property
Should you
Move or Improve? If you’ve fallen out of love with where you’re living then you have to decide whether to “do up” or “sell up”. We have spoken with Halifax Bank to give you some food for thought and help your decision! Not enough bedrooms for your growing family? The layout not working for you and your children? Or maybe you’re just sick of the avocado bath suite? The house that was once your dream home can quickly start to look more like a nightmare. So is it time to pack up your belongings and seek the space you crave elsewhere, or could you fall back in love with your home if it was given a little (or a lot) of TLC? To help you choose between doing up and selling up we’ve taken a look at the good, the bad and the ugly of both options. Improving The good: You can put your own stamp on your home AND add value Renovating your home allows you to put your own stamp on it and make sure the space really works for you and your family. You can think about exactly what it is you need, and make changes you know will make your life easier, whether that’s an updated kitchen, creating an extra room in the loft or knocking down a wall to create a familyfriendly kitchen-diner. Plus, any money you spend on improvements can add to your property’s value
in the long term. Just remember to be aware of your area’s ceiling price - the maximum amount a similar house has sold for in your area. The bad: There’s some things you just can’t change Sadly you can’t pick up your house and move it so if there are things you don’t like about your neighbourhood or location - such as poor schools or a long commute – you’ll still be stuck with them. The ugly: Coping with the destruction Even seemingly simple renovations can cause a lot of mess and major changes like a loft renovation or extension can lead to chaos for months. If you do any work in your kitchen you may become well acquainted with the local takeaway if your cooker is out of action. Moving The good: You get a shiny new home You may be able to find the perfect property at the right price in the right location. If you can afford it, you’ll be able to buy somewhere bigger, without the chaos of builders and the accompanying brick dust. You could find something ready to move
into with a layout and set up that suits your household’s needs better. You could end up with more space, a bigger garden in a better area. The bad: You may still have to do some work How many houses have you seen on the market, in your price range, that you’d be happy to keep exactly as they are? You could move and still find yourself with work to do, whether it’s just giving some rooms a lick of paint or bigger jobs like fitting a new kitchen. The ugly: the cost The costs of moving soon add up and the money doesn’t go into the long term value of your home. Stamp duty adds up to £2,500 for a home worth £250,000 and the more expensive home you buy the more you’ll pay. Typical estate agent fees can be anything between 0.75% and 3.5% of the selling price and run into thousands. Plus there are solicitors’ fees and even the price of hiring a van to consider. The verdict? It’s a tough one. Before you stick the for sale sign up or get the builders in you need to think carefully about what it is you’re looking for from your home and how much money you can afford to spend. Still stuck? It’s also worth asking the experts. Get quotes from local tradesmen and the planning office to see what improvements are realistic and ask your local estate agent to send you details of houses that meet your requirements. Good luck!
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Motoring
Mercedes-Benz A-Class PROS ‘N’ CONS à Handsome à Handling à Performance à Comfort à Rear-Seat Space
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(Mercedes-Benz A-Class A250 as tested)
Tim Barnes-Clay has been testing the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class recently. Here are his thoughts on the German hatchback.
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he A-Class has become sexier with each incarnation – and 2018’s Mk4 is a car oozing desirability. It’s a classy hatch with one diesel option – the A180d. Then there are the A200 and A250 petrols. All are offered with a seven-speed dual-clutch auto. But, from 2019, manuals and more powerful engines will join the party. The A250 I’m reviewing here gets your juices flowing tastefully. It’s got a bit of ‘oomph’ to it – as
you’d expect from a car with a 224PS 2.0-litre lump under the lid. Inside, you feel like a King, with a digital set-up that you’d expect to find in a chauffeur driven luxury limo. The brand’s clever ‘Hey Mercedes’ voice control responds well to pretty much anything you ask of it. Additionally, although the Audi A3 trumps the A-Class on rear seat space, comfort is better than that offered by the rival. The seating and dash materials are
à Max speed: 155 mph à 0-62 mph: 6.2 secs à Combined mpg: 45.6 à Engine layout: 1991cc four-cylinder petrol turbo à Max. power (PS): 224 à CO2: 141 g/km
marginally better, too – and that takes some doing. Indeed, I’d go as far to say that this Mercedes-Benz has set the bar one notch higher in the compact class. On the move, the sporty sound the new A-Class makes is gratifying, and it’s always eager to please – especially in ‘Sport’ mode. But the hatchback delivers a calmer experience in ‘Comfort’ setting, soothing the parts that some other compact cars fail to reach. The auto ‘box can sound a bit strained when you give the Merc the beans, but most of the time it’s a smooth operator. What’s more, the shift paddles on the steering wheel - if you want to use them - are highly responsive. As handling and ride go, this small Mercedes is perfect for everyday motoring needs. I drove
Price: £30,240 it on motorways and rural roads and felt satisfied all day. Even the potholes on the Cotswolds’ test route didn’t rain on the parade. The A-Class handled them with aplomb. The car holds its own at 70mph, and there’s quite a bit of fun to be had when you point it at twisty tarmac. The front-wheel-drive Merc hunkers down, relaxes and then pings you out of the bends accurately and pleasingly. All this makes it an easy hatchback to like. So, if sexy looks, a charming cabin, great handling and a premium-badged hatch float your boat, then the new A-Class comes highly recommended.
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What’s on
January Entertainment Guide CLUBS • GROUPS • CLASSES
v Monday
9.30am Teddies Tunes, Kirton Town Hall, Station Road, Kirton. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 9.30am, 10.30am, 4.15pm and 7.30pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, The Old School, St Marys Church,Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Yoga & Yoga Nidraat Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space, Call Jayne07805 039 099, jayne@ mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am - 11.00am, Tai Chi, St Thomas Church Hall, London Road, T: 07789 893853 W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Conservative Club, 16 Main Ridge Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.15am Music Bugs, Blackfriars Theatre, Boston, T: 0844 5781015, E: sarah@musicbugs.co.uk, W: www.musicbugs.co.uk 1.30pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Kirton Town Hall Station Rd Kirton.T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:45pm-4:30pm Short Mat Bowls Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: S Maddy 01205 365250 2-4pm Monday and Tuesday, Art with Paul, classic, modern all styles welcome every to book call 01205 837172 2pm to 3pm Gentle Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 5.00pm - 9.00pm: Children and Teen Ballet Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 6.00pm – 6.45pm Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Children’s beginners class. 3 Merlin Terrace, Marsh Lane, Boston, PE21 7SB. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on mobile: 07710444662 or email: kuksoolwonboston@gmail.com 7.00pm - 7.45pm Ladies Belly Dance, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325. W: www. ajdance.com 7.30pm Badminton, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: 01205 367167 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training and agility, Leverton. T: Nicki 01205 480869 7.30pm – 8.45pm - Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Adult class, Boston High School, Spilsby Road, Boston, PE21 9PF. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on 07710 444662 8.00pm - 8.45pm Zumba, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3 per session. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.45pm - 9.30pm BurleX Fitness AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3.50 per session. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com
v Tuesday
9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Danny Flear Community Centre, Frieston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 10.00am – 11.00am Tai Chi, Conservative Club, Main Ridge West, T:07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am – 12.00pm, Tuesday Club, for art, painting, cookery etc, Unitarian Church, Spayne Road, Boston, (near the Gliderdrome), T: 07857625792, E: rogers1emma@sky.com 10.00am – 4.00pm, Country Roads Quilters, Sibsey Village hall, T: 01205 750562 10.00am – 12.00pm Short Health Walk - Boston Stump (Cotton Chapel) T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.00am – 12.00pm Short Health Walk - Princess Royal Sports Arena, Great Fen
Road. Boston T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30- 12 noon Boston Parkinsons Café, third Tuesday of every month, St Barnabas day Hospice, Green Lane, Boston PE21 9ND. Contact 01205 366036 or 01205 760129 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 10.30 - 11.30 & 11.30 - 12.30 Tuesday & Thursday Twistercise 60’s & 70’s dance workout at Boston Body Hub Unit 2 20 Wide Bargate near the park entrance come and sing and dance yourself fit, to book call Debbie on 01205 837172. 12.30pm - 3.00pm and 7.00pm Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 2.00pm – 4.00pm Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 4.45pm - 7.45pm: Children and Teen Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www.ajdance.com 6pm to 7pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7.00pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.30pm Salsa Class –£5, Conservative Club Boston, all levels catered for, T: Emma 01205 351680 7.45pm - 8.30pm: Adult Tap Dancing Class T: 01205 352104 W: www.ajdance. com
v Wednesday
Boot Camp Work Wednesday and Saturday out at Boston Body Hub. Call Debbie on 01205 837172 Market Day – Louth and Boston 9.30am - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Mum & Baby Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099. jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am -2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt. Boston, W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: 01205 280276 10.00am – 11.00am - Pilates, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 354509 or 07702 520684 10.00am-12.30pm - Crafts With a Cuppa - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10:30am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - Zion Methodist Church Brothertoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30am - Ladies Salsa Class - Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 Free Live Music with Pete Wray - Every other Wednesday, Drill Hall, Lincoln T: 01522 873834 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 11am-12 Wednesday and Sundays 10.30am-11.30am & 11.30am12.30am. Mandala mindful yoga in a relaxing and restful centre, reduce stress and relax. call 01205 837172 10am – 1pm Wood carving workshop Boston Stump 1.30pm-3pm – Crafty Lot! – craft sessions for everyone. First 3 Wednesday
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each month, Boston body Hub. 07568387809 1.30pm -3pm – Boston Fibromyalgia Group – craft sessions, last Wednesday of every month, Boston Body Hub 07568387809 1.30pm -3.30pm Short Health Walk - The Evergeens, School Lane Butterwick: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 2-4pm Wednesday, Craft club, papier Mache, dough dolls, knitting and much more call 01205 837172 2.00pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk, Mayfields Broadfield Lane Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01025 354320 2.00pm – 4.00pm Blackfriars WI afternoon meeting. 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Len Medlock Centre Boston. T: 01205 368549 5.00pm - 9.15 pm: Teen and Adult Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 7.00pm-9.00pm Boston Art Group, Centenary Church Hall. 7.00pm to 9.00pm. Martial Art/Self Defence Class at Haven Academy, Marian Rd Boston. First class is FREE. T: Stuart Lawson 07792 937930 E: stuartlawson@tiscali.co.uk W: www.issogaitaijutsu.yolasite.com 7.00pm - 9.00pm Knitting & Crochet Class for all levels. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www.thedesignstudio. vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 for details. Every last Wednesday in the month 7.15pm to 8.30pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7.15 - 9.30pm Womens Institute, We meet on the second Wednesday of the month between 7.15 and 9.30pm at Sibsey Northlands Hall, T: 01205 750562 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training, Eastville. T: Nicki 01205 480869 8.00pm - 11.00pm - Social Club for Divorced, Separated and Widowed – Queen of Spades, Wellington Road, Boston, T: 07842 543499
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9.30am - Teddies Tunes - Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 9.30am - 11.30am, Drop-In for Coffee and Chat, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston T: 01205 369731, W: www.zionmethodistchurch-boston. co.uk 10.00am to 11am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing. com 10am -12pm Boston writers group, every fortnight. White Hart Hotel, Glass Room, Mr Dolby – 01205 360686 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk, Swineshead Church Hall, Market Place, Swineshead, T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.00am-12.30am - Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10.30am–12.30pm Art Classes, Ceramics, Oil and Pastel 1pm-4pm and 7pm- 9pm. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 12.00pm - 3.00pm Knitting & Craft Club. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. T: Joyce 01205 280276 1:00 - 2:00pm, Tai Chi, Boston Body Control Studio, The Old School, Saint Mary’s Church, Horncastle Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 1.00pm – 3.00pm Boston Art Group, Wings Meadow, Frieston Rd. Boston 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk St Thomas Church Hall London Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:30pm - 3:30pm - Caring Companions Boston and District, POP-IN, Pensioners Hall behind Marks and Spencer, T: Jenny 01205 280717 or Alan 01205 871465
6.15pm Line Dancing – Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 6.30pm – 7.30pm Weight Watchers, Community Church Hall, Fishtoft 6.30pm – 8.30pm - Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 6.45pm to 8.15pm Yoga & Yoga Nidra at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing. com 7pm - 8pm Track Running, PRSA, Boston Triathlon Club, Craig Oliver 01205 363141 7.00 - 8.30pm, Tai Chi, Boston Grammar School, Rowley Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 7.00pm to 9.00pm SOLO Classical Guitar Ensemble, (twice monthly), New Life Centre, 25 Mareham Lane, Sleaford, NG34 7JP 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm – 10.00pm Amber Hill W.I. 2nd Thursday of every month. Held at “The Loft” Hubberts Bridge Community Centre. T: Cindy 01205 367890 7.15pm - Fitness Fusion Class – Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.30 - 8.15 pm: BurleX Fitness, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.15 - 9.00 pm: Zumba, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com
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Market Day – Louth, Alford and Sleaford 9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 10.00am - 2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt, Boston www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk, T: 01205 280276 10.00am-1.00pm - New Horizons – for people with mental health problems. Methodist Church, St Leonards Drive, Chapel St Leonards. T: 07901 611256 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk - Boston Sports and Social Club Fishtoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1pm -3pm Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Job club New Life Community Church in Kirton (Main Road A16 - PE20 1QJ) Tel Carol Lidgett on 07704695870 1.15pm Tiny Toes (18m-3yrs) Wyberton Parish Hall 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane Old Leake T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1.30pm – 3.30pm - Line-dancing, The Ridlington Rooms 4.30pm - 9.00pm: Belly Dancing and Musical Theatre Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www.ajdance.com 6.00pm Pilates, The Old School, Boston Control Studio, The Old School, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU. T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.00pm – 8.30pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.00pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Mordern Jive, Cha Cha, Merengue. Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners. T: 07737064128 7.00pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre, T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.15pm Dance Party – Every last Friday of the month, 7pm beginners Salsa Lesson, Advanced Salsa lesson. 8.30pm party starts, non-dancers welcome, Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. T: 07737 064128 7:30pm - 8:30pm Boston Triathlon Club, Swimming Saturday Prsa 9:am - 10:30am Adult and Junior Cycling & Running, Geoff Moulder, Craig Oliver 01205 363141
7.30pm – 10.00pm, Wrangle Youth Club, Wrangle Youth Centre (PE22 9DL). T: Jayne 07751 051862 or Jason 07943 512636 7.30pm, Bingo, Sutterton Village Hall, Park Avenue, Sutterton. T: 01205 460459
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Wills Roller disco at Peter Paine Performance Centre. Now open every Saturday, times vary please look at our Facebook page or Call 07501128832 9.00am - 5.30pm: Children’s Dance Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www. ajdance.com Wedding First Dance Classes - Times to be arranged. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737064128 10.00am – 11.00am Footie Tots, 18 months to 5 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www.cmssports.co.uk 10.00am – 11.30am Soccer Club, 5 to 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www.cmssports.co.uk 10.00am - 4.00pm Felting. Felting demonstrations & workshops. Antons Gowt, Boston. W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb. co.uk. T: 01205 280276. Every first Saturday in the month. 10.30am to 11.30am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10.30am – 11.30am Go-Ride Cycling for 4 - 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Rosebery Avenue, Boston, T: 07507 291912, W: www.bostonwheelerscc.org.uk/ goride.htm 10am – 1pm Wood carving workshop Boston Stump 6.30pm – 11.30pm Line Dancing, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 366810 7.30pm till late Dance Party - Every third Saturday of the month. The Witham Tavern, Boston. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome, dancers and non-dancers. Food available. T: 07737 064128
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Fitness Shred Class – Mixture of training level 1, Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 2.00pm Sarber Dog Training, Antons Gowt. T: Nicki 01205 480869 6pm Sunday Sound Bathing & relaxation every month at Boston Body Hub call Debbie on 01205 837172 6.30pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Bachata, Tango, Rueda. Upstairs at the White Hart Hotel. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners. T: 07737 064128 2pm Country Music Concert – once a month, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane, Please call for dates. Tel 01205 870 983 or 01205 363757
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