CL ARENCE HALL
NEWSLETTER & WHAT’S
A star performance from Dance Beats
Last month’s “Second Star to the Right” by Dance Beats and Toppers School of Dance and Drama was an enchanting experience that captivated young and old. The show was a delightful journey into the whimsical world of Peter Pan, brought to life through the grace and energy of its young dancers.
From the moment the curtains opened, it was clear that everyone had put in tremendous effort and dedication as we were immediately transported to the mystical realms of Neverland. The choreography was imaginative and fluid, perfectly capturing the essence of the wellknown story. The young dancers demonstrated skill and coordination, a testament to the hard work of their instructors. The costumes and lighting added to the overall visual feast, while the music perfectly complemented the dance routines.
Congratulations to everyone involved in a production that was both heart-warming and visually spectacular. We are incredibly lucky to have an organisation such as this in our community where creativity and imagination are nurtured in such a positive way!
Our new garden
The Directors of Clarence Hall have expressed their thanks to the management and team at Abergavenny Garden Centre for their generous support in relation to the Clarence Hall garden, which has recently been planted.
Chairman, Dean Christy said: “We are fortunate to have tremendous support from our local community and on this occasion from an excellent local business. We are very grateful to everyone involved in the garden project and particularly Ian McDonald, Gavin Trinder and the team at Abergavenny Garden Centre”.
Refurbishment Celebration Concert
We’re delighted to announce details of our Refurbishment Celebration Concert at 7.00pm on Saturday, 21 September.
We’re privileged to be joined by the awardwinning Synergy Singers from Abergavenny, a 25member chorus of male voices who perform closeharmony singing of a range of material. Whether it’s songs from the shows, traditional barbershop, easy listening, or well-known covers, there’ll be something for everyone! In addition to Synergy, various guest instrumentalists will be playing a variety of classical and modern pieces.
Come and join us in September to see what’s been achieved! Tickets £12 from: Crickhowell Volunteer Bureau, Webbs of Crickhowell and the Clarence Hall Ticketline on 01873 811293. Please leave a message with your name, number of tickets required and collect on the door. Please note the Ticketline is a message only service. Raffle and Bar available.
Raising the roof for Cancer Research!
Congratulations to Cancer Research Wales Crickhowell Fundraising Committee for an excellent concert at the Clarence Hall last month, featuring an ensemble from Abergavenny Borough Band, Cantorion Phoenix Community Choir and Guest Soloists. A delighted audience thoroughly enjoyed a wide repertoire of music ranging from classical pieces to modern hits, with some excellent individual solos.
Cantorion Phoenix delivered a performance that showcased the choir’s talent and hard work, creating a rich and emotive sound that resonated throughout the venue. Abergavenny Borough Band’s rendition of a number of well-known pieces was a highlight, displaying a high level of musicianship and coordination. Special mentions go to the soloists and conductors, whose musicality and leadership shone through, enhancing the overall experience. It was heart-warming to see friends, families, and neighbours come together to support our local musicians in raising a considerable sum of money for Cancer Research Wales. Overall, it was a memorable night that highlighted the vibrant cultural scene in our area. A huge thank you to everyone involved in making this event happen.
Jazz Afternoon
Ahead of this year’s Brecon Jazz Festival, join us on Saturday, 3 August for a Jazz Afternoon between 1.00pm and 4.00pm with Uskulele, led by Ian Cooper, and guest jazz players. Admission is free but there will be a collection for the Clarence Hall Refurbishment Appeal.
U3A
Join Crickhowell’s thriving u3a for its next meeting on Tuesday, 6 August at the Clarence Hall. Coffee is served from 10.00am, with announcements and u3a matters at 10.30am, followed by the guest speaker. More information at: https://www.crickhowellu3a.org/monthly-meetings
Rug Sale
Michael Lomax’s carpet and rug sale returns to the Clarence Hall from Wednesday, 7 August to Saturday, 10 August, 10am-4pm. Entering the Hall when Mike is there is like entering Aladdin’s Cave. The whole place is bedecked in stunning, vibrantly coloured, and skilfully patterned, carpet.
Afternoon Tea Dance
Join Crickhowell Volunteer Bureau at the Clarence Hall on Wednesday, 14 August, from 2.30pm to 4.30pm for an Afternoon Tea Dance! Learn some basic ballroom steps and enjoy some tea and cake. £4 per person. More information from the Volunteer Bureau on 01873 812177.
Annual Flower, Vegetable & Craft Show
Crickhowell Flower, Vegetable and Craft Show returns to the Clarence Hall on Saturday, 17 August with show classes for vegetables, fruit, flowers, baking, crafts, photography, children, novices and just for fun! Show schedules are available from CRiC or by email from crickhowellgardensociety@gmail.com.
Duck Race Tickets!
Don’t forget to buy a ticket for the Crickhowell Rotary Duck Race Draw 2024 and help to raise funds for Rotary causes and Crickhowell Volunteer Bureau. This year’s Duck Race is on Saturday, 24 August at Bull Pit Meadow. Tickets on sale from Crickhowell Volunteer Bureau in the Clarence Hall Atrium, Monday to Friday, 10am-3pm.
Diary Dates @ Clarence Hall
Neck & Shoulder Massage - 1 August
Coffee & Cake - 1 August
Jazz Afternoon - 3 August
Read & Remember - 5 August
Line Dancing - 5 August
U3A Meeting - 6 August
Knit & Natter - 6 August
Rug Sale - 7-10 August
Neck & Shoulder Massage - 8 August
Read & Remember - 12 August
Knit & Natter - 13 August
Afternoon Tea Dance - 14 August
Rotary Club Open Day - 14 August
Eyes Down!
Monthly Bingo returns to the Clarence Hall at 7pm on Thursday, 15 August to raise funds for our refurbishment project. Admission £10 which includes a bingo book of six games, a pen and your first drink.
More information at: https:// www.clarencehallcrickhowell.org.uk/ monthly-bingo-28/
Neck & Shoulder Massage - 15 August
Coffee & Cake - 15 August
Monthly Bingo - 15 August
Crickhowell Flower Show - 17 August
Read & Remember - 19 August
Knit & Natter - 20 August
Neck & Shoulder Massage - 22 August
Knit & Natter - 27 August
Line Dancing - 28 August
Neck & Shoulder Massage - 29 August
Christ Church Lunch - 1 September
Celebration Concert - 21 September
Clarence Hall 500
Join the Clarence Hall 500 to raise funds for the Hall’s refurbishment and be in with a chance of winning monthly cash prizes. Results of the July Draw, as drawn by random number indicator: £50 - 91; £15 - 132; £10 - 125.
Sign up at: https:// www.clarencehallcrickhowell.org.uk/jointhe-clarence-hall-500-2/
Makers Market - 28 September Clarence Hall - where community
We will be issuing these newsletters periodically to keep our supporters up to date with events coming to Crickhowell’s Clarence Hall and also to tell you about progress with our plans to refurbish the Hall.
You can also keep yourselves informed by visiting our website at www.clarencehallcrickhowell.org.uk where there is a What’s On Diary and News Page, or you can follow @clarencehallcrickhowell on Facebook.
Any questions, please email us on clarencehall@btinternet.com