Elyi Magazine April 2016

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WELCOME ...from the Editor Happy Easter!

I told you it would soon be Spring didn’t I! Certainly, today has been one of those crisp, sunny, blue skied, Fenland days - and where have I been? ...in my office finishing off this issue!

Well, we are very pleased to bring you April’s community events and gatherings as well as info about some great local business and services.

EDITORIAL & DESIGN Editor Bridget Hickish 01353 662684 editor@elyimagazine.com

Lis Every does her final column as Mayor in the magazine before she hands over the chain of office to Cllr Ian Lindsay. Thank you to her for contributing her news so informatively and with her famous enthusiasm for the Ely Community.

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We also hear from Sailesh Raithatha telling us that time spent on developing a good business image and brand is time well spent. Good advice for all you entrepreneurs out there.

CONTRIBUTORS

You may notice a little freshen up of our own ‘look’ thanks to Luke and Dan at Infiniti Graphics.

Thank you to them :)

Arts Theatre Matt Harvey

As the weather gets warmer the local events calendar hots up and, amongst everything else, we have news of the the South Suffolk Show taking place near Bury St Edmunds - a great day out for the whole family.

As in Boat Ltd Sailesh Raithatha

At the end of the month is Ely’s Eel Festival weekend, a three day feast! My favourite part being the keenly fought town crier competition down by the Riverside. Apparently the collective noun for which is a heard...get it? A HEARD.

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Anyway, have a great April and don’t forget to tell us if you are organising a fundraiser or community event so we can shout about it for you.

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Concert & Theatre Reviews Rosemary Westwell

Cover Photo Courtesy of Ely Tourist Information Office

DISTRIBUTION The Dream Team The Elyi’s dedicated team of locals bringing the magazine to you each month.

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Lis Every Mayor of Ely I can hardly believe that two years has almost passed and I approach the end of my term as Mayor. So it seems an appropriate time to say a huge ‘thank you’ to the people I have met and worked with during this time. I have always felt that working in partnerships and teams is the best approach and I have been privileged to have spent these two years working with some wonderful people. I particularly want to thank the staff at the City of Ely Council who work so hard to implement the Council’s responsibilities and have personally been a real source of friendship and good advice!

community. The generosity of our local businesses in donating raffle and auction prizes resulted in our raising just over £4,000 which will contribute to our volunteers’ fund to be administered by VCAEC. On 16th May at the Mayor Making Meeting at the Maltings I will be handing over to the new Mayor. I have been hugely privileged that the people of Ely have allowed me to come into their lives and get to know them better. I have a number of projects that I will continue with as a direct result of this, as well as my work with the City and ECDC Councils, so plenty to do! My best wishes to my successor, Cllr Ian Lindsay, and my fellow councillors.

It has been an amazing two years. Thank you.

The last few weeks have been full of really exciting activities. The Volunteers’ Celebration evening at the Maltings was our opportunity as a Council to say ‘thank you’ to all the volunteers who work directly with us. We could not function without them and are hugely indebted to them.

Fund raising has been a real focus this month with the Mayor’s Ball at the Maltings. I was pleased to welcome many guests representing our

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So, what’s it like being a midday supervisor?

When asked to write a piece about being a midday supervisor at Ely St John’s Primary School it wasn’t that I found myself struggling with what to write, but rather with what not to write.

Should I write about being on the playground, being part of a team responsible for 250 children, being the person they come to if they are too hot, too cold, happy, unhappy, hungry, thirsty, tired, excited?

Should I write about the little girl who last week with a twinkle in her eye beckoned me down and whispered in my ear, “Do you know the tooth fairy secret?” The excitement and pride in her eyes of being privy to a very special and very grown up secret. How about when I crouched down and whispered back that I did, but part of knowing the secret is keeping the magic alive for other children. She assured me that she would, skipped off and turned around and stage whispered, “What about the Santa secret, do you know that one too?”

Should I write about fixing grazed knees and drying tears, the head bumps, the sore fingers, the wobbly teeth? Or maybe about the magical fairy dust that I keep in my pocket, that comes out when children need a giggle after suffering a bump, the promise that it will make them better, but watch out because if I sprinkle too much on them there’s a chance that they might grow wings and fly away....

Working with children at lunch times is a privilege; you are an important person to them. They see you everyday.

Maybe instead I should write about being in the lunch hall, cutting up what seems like thousands of sausages and roast potatoes, sharing a smile and a few words with each child I help. Telling the children that their lunch looks so tasty it’s making my tummy rumble, pretending to steal a chip and seeing them laugh. The hands that go up to tell you that they’ve finished, they’ve got a joke, they got a sticker earlier today, they miss their Mummy, their favourite colour is green, did I know that spiders have eight legs? Did I know that the sun is hot? The sky is made of blueness... Dashing across the hall as I’ve noticed there are dozens of trays piled precariously one atop the other and a delighted child is standing on their tip-toes to add another.

I know the names of every single child in my playground, I know their likes, their dislikes, what makes them laugh, who their friends are and what games they like to play. You are with them everyday come rain or shine. You see them when they are happy and you see them when they are sad.

Working with children at lunchtimes is a privilege, you are an important person to them, they see you everyday.

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Ely St John’s currently has a great group of ladies in the midday teams (men are very welcome too though!) you need a ready smile, a bucket load of patience and a great sense of humour to survive the hour that is lunch time everyday!

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a midday supervisor at Ely St John’s pop in or give the Office a call on 01353 612780.

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Does your brand need a spring clean?

It’s that optimistic time of year when spring cleaning your home helps you look forward to a positive new season. If you run your own business or know someone who does, you may also be thinking about refreshing your brand and getting a professional to help you. Apart from a change of season, you should look at rebranding for the following reasons: 1. When it really needs an overhaul! It can be difficult to stay fresh and contemporary especially if your competition is perceived as more modern and appealing that you are.

Revisiting your logo, colours and typeface design can help refresh your image with customers.

Trusted existing customers can provide some of the best market research, so ask them for feedback if you can.

2. Repositioning your offering as your business grows or changes, may mean it stands for something different than it first did. Your brand can evolve to reach new audiences, but the challenge is to remain connected with your target customers and reach new ones. Your brand expert will be able to help here.

3. When your customers evolve, your brand should too. Your business needs to be relevant and noticed. When areas such as technology, convenience and pricing become important to customers, they should be the same to your business too.

Keeping existing clients happy with a new or updated brand can be more effective than chasing new customers.

4. When you take on an existing business and you want to put your stamp on the brand, you might want to think about updating it. Be mindful as the brand may already hold some goodwill and customers may recognise and appreciate it already.

Your brand can evolve to reach new audiences, but the challenge is to remain connected.

Remember, if you are not willing to invest in your brand, don’t be surprised if your customers don’t either. Your brand is a significant asset in your business, so don’t take rebranding lightly as it can be costly if not executed well. But a change is as good as a spring clean, and recognising the need to evolve your business is a great first step.

From there, building a brand that lasts requires commitment from you and your clients.

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Eel Festival Weekend 29th April to 2nd May Friday 29th April – Eel Food Safari Launch of our Eel Food Safari, look out for the logo and enjoy some eel inspired treats!

Saturday 30th April (10.30 am to 4.30 pm) – Eel Day Eel Procession departs from Cross Green and heads to the riverside where the World Eel Throwing Competition and Town Criers Competition are held at Jubilee Gardens along with a wide variety of entertainment

Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd May (10.30 am to 4.30 pm) – Food and Drink Festival Variety of artisan food and drink producers, demonstrations in our Cookery Theatre with Celebrity chefs and a fabulous range of Street Food East Cambridgeshire District Council

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Celebrity Chef Line up!

We are very excited to announce three celebrity chefs who will be demonstrating in our fabulous Cookery Theatre.

Back by popular demand is celebrity chef Jean Christophe Novelli who simply loved being at our festival last year and we loved him!

Joining him will be Executive Chef of the Stein Restaurants, Jack Stein who will be relaying stories of restaurant life from Padstowe and cooking up a great fish dish.

Our third celebrity is The Great British Bake Off finalist 2015, Ian Cumming. Cambridge based photographer Ian will be demonstrating his creative talents as well as giving the low down on his new celebrity status.

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Keep checking out our website for the confirmed Cookery Programme line up as we have some great local chefs and demonstrators yet to be announced.

Further entertainment will be available throughout the city with our Bumper Market being held in Market Place and many of the shops opening especially for the weekend, Ely will be the place to be on May Bank Holiday Weekend 2016!

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When two young boys failed to turn up for his Sunday school, he went to look for them and was shocked to find them begging for food on the streets.

Their father had died, leaving their mother struggling to bring up seven children under 11 years old. Theirs was not an isolated experience and Rudolf was moved to act.

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Volunteer Speakers are needed: To talk about the work of the Children’s Society in schools, businesses and churches, promoting our vision, values and support for vulnerable children.

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Box Co-ordinators across the Diocese of Ely are needed. Start a house box network through your church or community, collect the loose change once a year and donate to the Children’s Society. It’s simple and fun.

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In the lead up to the exciting summer OuseFest celebrations (18th to 31th July), the Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership have just launched their 2016 Snap the Ouse Photography Competition.

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Snap the Ouse Competition In the lead-up to this year’s OuseFest, you could win £50 of prizes and showcase your talent

The competition is open to any photographs that define the character and feel of the Ouse Washes and surrounding areas, and that depict what makes our area great. Whether your photographs include landscapes, wildlife, people, buildings or water, you are encouraged to enter.

Send us your photos taken in the Ouse Washes area by Sunday 29 May 2016!

(Adult and Child categories)

For more info on OuseFest and the Competition:

The Ouse Washes Landscape is entirely distinctive and immensely beautiful. The huge open skies, expansive views, strongly linear landscape features and isolated settlements, as well as the sense of mystery and tranquillity means endless photographic opportunities. The Ouse Washes Landscape is also rich with distinctive Fenland customs, traditions, folklore and arts, which provide limitless inspiration.

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Sara Marshall, Countryside Engagement & Marketing Officer at the Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership says “last year’s competition was hugely successful and we hope the Snap the Ouse Competition will provide more fun opportunities for people to see their local environment through different eyes, discover new aspects not seen before and capture what their local area means to them”.

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There will be three winners, one from each entrance category (age 12 or under; 13 – 18; 19 or over), who will each receive a fantastic basket of prizes worth £50.

To participate, please send your photographs taken in the Ouse Washes or surrounding area by Sunday 29 May 2016 to:

A shortlisted 12 photographs will be posted on the Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership’s website for public voting and will also be exhibited at various events throughout OuseFest.

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SEwan Hannam 2015 winner receiving his prize.

Ducks’ nest in Pond by Ewan Hannam aged 8

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Isle of Ely Arts Festival, 11th June - 10th July 2016 Isle of Ely Arts Festival announces first acts & masterclass opportunity with world renowned cellist Guy Johnston This annual Festival, now in its fourth year, celebrates arts and culture throughout East Cambridgeshire; bringing together the best of local and community performances alongside highly acclaimed professional performers and artists.

Tickets for this year's festival launch event in Ely Cathedral are now on sale.

World renowned cellist Guy Johnston will be performing with pianist Melvyn Tan on Saturday 11th June, Tickets are on sale online from: tickets.elycathedral.org

screenings from The Globe, all taking place throughout the District.

This year we are delighted to have received some financial support from Arts Council England , East Cambridgeshire District Council and City of Ely Council but we would appreciate additional help and support to sustain this exciting annual community project.

Community groups and artists are invited to include their own local events in the full colour festival brochure for free.

Littleport to Lode, from Sutton to Stetchworth anytime throughout the festival month you can have it included. Deadline for entries is 15th April, email: caroline.cawley@adec.org.uk for information.

Sign up now to be the first to hear about our exciting festival line-up and receive an online brochure in May. www.isleofelyartsfestival.org.uk

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CATHEDRAL ‘The Secret Life of Ely Cathedral’ A New Exhibition in Ely Cathedral 6th April - 2nd May A new exhibition ‘The Secret Life of Ely Cathedral’ will open at the Cathedral on Wednesday 6th April 2016. Featuring major works by nineteen members of the OuseLife group of artists. This exhibition showcases over 80 specially created art works celebrating the Cathedral and the people who care for it.

“The Archivist” by Steven Bramble

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The Cathedral’s famous Prior’s Door returned to its original glory for the first time in 850 years with the ‘Christ in Majesty’ Tympanum,

by Kimberley Allen.

A vast crown of thorns sculpture suspended below the Octagon Tower, by Jane Frost.

A 20ft high steel sculpture “Generation”, by Cary Outis.

The people who make things happen, and keep the history safeguarded: “The Organist”

by Tom Jones, “The Archivist” by Steven Bramble.

The Organist by Tom Jones The art is available for sale, with commission on sales going to Ely Cathedral.

Free admission to the exhibition in the South West transept. Normal charges apply to view the site specific pieces throughout the Cathedral. Free admission with a CB6/CB7 residents pass.

OuseLife member and artist contributor Caroline Forward said: “This exhibition draws from a treasure trove of objects, experiences, stories and people who make the Cathedral what it is. We’ve been inspired by the passion, knowledge and enthusiasm of all those involved in Cathedral life and have tried to bring this out of the shadows.” www.ouselife.co.uk

Christ in Majesty’ Tympanum, by Kimberley Allen.

OuseLife has had unprecedented access to the people and buildings of the Cathedral. Through these connections artists have had the opportunity to glimpse behind the scenes of Cathedral life, past and present. This exhibition includes a wide variety of styles and media, reflecting the diversity of the OuseLife artists. A new perspective on Cathedral life is revealed through Painting, Sculpture, Textiles, Photography, Prints, Film, Willow Work and Ceramics. Along with site specific artworks, this collaboration has inspired a wealth of portraits of people involved in the day to day life of the Cathedral. www.elyimagazine.com

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Ely & The Performing Arts April 2016

Simply Fantastique!

April means we’re off to see the Wizard at The Maltings, Ely with KD Productions putting on pantomime The Wizard of Oz.

A review of Ely Sinfonia’s concert on Saturday 12th March 2016 in Ely Cathedral.

This spectacular version of L. Frank Baum’s classic story is packed with good jokes, quality song and dance routines, loads of glitz, spectacular scenery and plenty more for all the family!

Follow the adventures of Dorothy, all the way from Kansas, as she goes on a magical adventure to the Land Of Oz in search of a way home. Along the way she makes new friends - the Scarecrow, who longs for a brain, the Tin Man, who really wants a heart, and the cowardly Lion, who is desperate to be brave and have some courage. Dorothy and friend’s journey isn’t easy though, with the Wicked Witch of the West keeping a close eye on her! But will the Great and Powerful Wizard of Oz be able to help them?

The show runs from 1st - 4th April 2016 with tickets from £10. Visit the online box office for more information and to get tickets. https://thelittleboxoffice.com/kdtheatre Looking ahead to Summer, local groups are busy working on a bunch of great musicals and plays to look forward to. CAT Theatre Company will be putting on the hit musical Sister Act from Thursday 2nd to Saturday 4th June.

Viva Group present musical Sweeney Todd from Sunday 12th to Saturday 18th June 2016.

Ely Amateur Dramatic Society will be bringing Shakespeare to life with Much Ado About Nothing – exact dates to be confirmed in the next few weeks.

On the 8th and 9th July, the Littleport Players will be bringing us comedy musical Avenue Q – taking place at Littleport Village Hall. More information on all these productions coming soon!

The phenomenal technique of the conductor and instrumentalists was evident from the start and shaped this performance into something special.

Tara Bungard (soprano) has an excellent voice.

Breath control, placement and projection of the sounds into the massive cathedral were perfect such that I could not help comment immediately afterwards – ‘Now THAT is how you sing!’ She coloured the songs from the Auvergne beautifully and when she reached the final one it became obvious why this work had been included in the programme. When the last song, Bailèro, began there was an intake of breath from the audience – this very popular song used by so many in different scenarios, floated through this huge building exquisitely – a real spine-chilling affair.

The evening culminated with another wellknown work: ‘Symphonie Fantastique’ and all the eccentricities, heart-wrenching climaxes and extremely varied scenes from the glittering splendour of waltzing dancers to the sinister toll of the death knell were conveyed confidently and effectively by this now experienced orchestra.

For more information about this phenomenal orchestra see: www.elysinfonia.co.uk Rosemary Westwell

Matt Harvey Ely Arts Theatre www.facebook.com/elyartstheatre

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Under the expert baton of Steve Bingham (pictured), Ely Sinfonia presented a concert of French music in Ely Cathedral on Saturday. The varied programme included ‘Danse Macabre’ by Saint-Saëns, ‘Chants d’Auvergne’ by Canteloube featuring soloists Tara Bungard and ‘Symphonie Fantastique’ by Berlioz.

The first work, ‘Danse Macabre’, contained all the ingredients of a vibrant emotional story of death as a symbolic figure. There was much swapping of instruments by these excellent performers during the evening and this was the first demonstration of this.

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GROUPS AND MEETS To update or add your group events please email: editor@elyimagazine.com Green means NEW OR UPDATED INFORMATION or EVENTS in this entry.

Ely Amateur Dramatic Society

Ely Arts Theatre

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

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 www.facebook.com/elyartstheatre Twitter - @elyartstheatre

Ely City Amnesty Int’ Group We hold regular meetings on the first Tuesday of the month at 7.00pm at St Peter’s House, Broad Street, Ely, and would welcome new members to campaign and plan activities.

We also hold a drop-in session between 6pm and 7pm at Samovar Tea House, Forehill, Ely, on the first Wednesday of the month, when we write letters or take on-line action for prisoners of conscience, while sampling Samovar’s delicious drinks and cakes. www.amnestyelycity.org.uk email:info@elyamnesty.org.uk

Ely Astronomy Club MEETING - April 8th - 7.30pm Aimee hall of the Institue of Astronomy (Cambridge) will be talking on ‘Hunting for Supernovas from the High Altitude Las Palmas Observatory in the Canary Isles’ We hold regular meetings, and observing evenings. The aim of the club is to be informal, friendly and exciting. Beginners and families are welcome. Join us and journey to the stars! Meetings are the 2nd friday of the month from Sept - June (July & Aug no meetings) No admission fee, just a collection at the end of each meeting.

Contact: Mike Stephens mike@sulis.demon.co.uk Facebook: Ely Astronomy Club http://sites.google.com/site/elyastroclub/

Ely & District Archaeological Society Monday 18th April 2016 ‘Shedding new light on an old treasure: Reexamining the Iron Age hoards from Snettisham, Norfolk.’ By Jody Joy Over the past 60 years, astounding discoveries of precious metal objects, including torcs, bracelets and finger rings, have been made at Ken Hill, Snettisham, Norfolk. Jody Joy, who is Senior Curator of Archaeology at the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Cambridge, is currently coordinating a major research project including a comprehensive scientific analysis of the objects and a reassessment of the site. Jody will discuss the results of the project, specifically the discovery of sophisticated metalworking techniques such as surface enrichment and mercury gilding.

The talk is 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.

Want to know more? phone 01353 669326 www.elyarchaeology.org.uk

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City of Ely Bowls Club “Free Outdoor Subscription” Your local Bowls Club located in Nutholt Lane, in the heart of the City, has for many years been one of the most successful sports clubs in the region.

Founded in 1925 and extended in 1970 it has an Outdoor Green and an Indoor Green. The Club is open the whole of the year with the indoor season from September to April and the outdoor season from May to September. Outdoor Bowlers are required now for the new season starting in May. We play in the Ely & District Outdoor League in the evenings and afternoons against all the other outdoor clubs in the area. New Members joining the Outdoor Section by the 26th April will have their names (10 min) entered in a Prize Draw for a Free One-Year Outdoor Subscription. Contact us now and we will arrange for somebody to meet you at the club, at your convenience, to talk to you about the Outdoor Club and the game of bowls.

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Website: www.cityofelybowlsclub.org.uk Email: cityofelybowlsclub@btconnect.com Tel: 01353 665272

Ely Bridge Club welcomes new members, regardless of experience. We play Monday afternoons and Tuesday evenings.

Contact George Jupp at 01354 657981 e-mail elybridgeclub@gmail.com

Our club meets every Friday morning from 10.00 to 11.00 at the Cathedral Centre during term time.

Parents, carers and pre-school children worship together with story, song and prayer. We finish with coffee and chat. This group seeks to welcome all those who wish to nurture the faith in their children in a relaxed atmosphere.

Contact:Angela Jones 01353 665810 for more information

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Contribute photos etc by filling in the on line form on the website. www.ccan.co.uk email:ely@ccan.co.uk

Your local registered charity that rescues and rehomes unwanted and stray cats. The charity also helps with the cost of neutering cats for people on low incomes and gives talks on cats and cat care to schools and community groups.

Tel:01353 699430 email: elycats@waitrose.com website ely.cats.org.uk

Ely Bridge Club

C.A.T. Theatre Company 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. email: aafdawes@gmail.com Tel: 01353 664564

Ely Choral Society Ely Choral Society is a mixed voice community choir holding concerts in Ely Cathedral and other venues locally with professional soloists and orchestras, together with musicians from the Ely and Cambridge area. No auditions. There is something for everyone whatever your experience or skill level. We rehearse on Monday evenings at Ely St John’s School in St John’s Road, CB6 3BW – do come and try us out.

Tel: 01638 731300 Email: chairman@elychoralsociety.org Website: www.elychoralsociety.org

Ely & Dist’ Caravan & Camping Club April - May Programme Caravan & motor home owners are invited to join us, your local independent Club, for a weekend away at the following locations:8th - 10th April : King’s Lynn Caravan Park.

29th April - 2nd May: Scratby Hall Caravan Park Great Yarmouth, 13 May to 15th May: Fendicks Fishery Methwold Contact: davidmalkin2010@hotmail.co.uk

Care Network Cambs Supporting Volunteers, Encouraging Independence, Developing Good neighbour projects.

Tel: 01954 211919 email: volunteering@care-network.org.uk Website: www.care-network.org.uk twitter @CareNetworkCamb Facebook: Care Network Cambridgeshire

Ely Cathedral Events www.elycathedral.org / Tel: 01353 660300 www.elycathedral.org

Ely Cathedral Mothers’ Union

Churches Together in Ely

We meet on the first Wednesday of the month at the Cathedral Centre at 7.30pm. As part of a national organisation we actively seek to support and care for families, both in our local community and through our links around the world. At our monthly meeting we have a speaker and refreshments. All are welcome. Visitors £2 and Members £1.

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 Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662396 www.countessely.co.uk Ely Methodist Church Chapel Street, Ely. Tel: 01353 662426 www.elyandnewmarket.com

Eunice Reddish 01353 661502 www.elycathedral.org worship/mothersunion

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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 Fellowship Lynn Road, Ely. Tel: 01353 662228 www.lighthouse-ely.org The Olive Tree Tel: 01353 662172 www.olivetree-ely.org.uk

80 miles) at varying speeds between 15 & 24+ mph depending on terrain. We aim to stay together & no rider is left behind.

New members are ALWAYS welcome...there is no joining fee or subscription, no commitment just the pleasure of riding a road bike on quiet Fenland roads with friends.....plus quite a bit of banter! www.octagoncycling.com octagoncyclingclub@gmail.com Contacts Robin Jones 07824 486 105

Ely Consort

Ely Decorative & Fine Arts Society

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 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: info@elyconsort.org.uk

April 21st 7pm for 7.30 at the Old Palace , Kings School, Ely ‘Photography as a Fine Art’ Illustrated lecture by Brian Slater, a member of The Association for Fine Art and Historical Photography.

An exhibition of his work has been staged at UCL. Visitors welcome £7 includes coffee and biscuit. for info call: 01353664752 wendyp.powell@ntlworld.com www.elydfas.org.uk

Countess Free Church

Ely English Language Cafe

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.

Tel: 01353 662396 www.countessely.co.uk

Mondays 7pm, Tues & Fri at 10.30am. Just drop in all welcome. The Kings Arms, St Mary’s Street for info contact Bob Handley: bob.hand427@hebbard3d.com 01353 666367

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

City of Ely Cricket Club City of Ely Cricket Club have been playing at the Paradise ground since 1856. We are Clubmark accredited and run a range of teams for adults and youths (from Year 4). We also run regular training sessions through the winter. www.cityofely.play-cricket.com e-mail: cityofely_cc@hotmail.com tel: 01353 662886

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. 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 www.jonathantotman.co.uk/events/4589860186

Octagon Cycling Club Octagon Cycling Club are a friendly local cycling club based in Ely. Formed in 2009, we are a mixed ability social group of riders......our group boasts a couple of ex-pro racers, ladies, complete novices, newbies, charity cyclists, mechanics, pub riders, triathletes, mountain bikers, and just about anybody who enjoys getting on a road bike.

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Ely Film Society

Ely Heartbeat Health Walk

Ely Film Society meets on the third Monday of every month to screen the best of world cinema.

We meet in The Old Palace, King’s School, Palace Green, Ely at 7.30 pm.

For membership and guest ticket details, please contact us on: 01353 668639 or 01353 656959.

For details of our full programme visit our website: www.elyfilmsociety.com

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 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 us for an introductory pack.

08456 013 733

Ely Humanists

Ely Flower Club

Knit & Knatter

14th April 2016 - Area Demonstrator Susan Horne whose title is “Its All About the Flowers” at Needhams Hall, Ely College. Start 7.15pm; Entrance £5.00 (incl. Tea/Coffee & Biscuits).

Regular meetings 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

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!

Meets at Ely Library Meeting Room. First Saturday of each month, 10 -11.30am.

For more info go to:www.ely.humanist.org.uk

Ktog (Knit Together)

Ely Folk Club

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, crossstitch etc.

Tel: 01353 664472

We meet monthly on the “teenth” Wednesday of the month with a concert of folk music and song featuring local and national folk artists. This is in the Old Dispensary, St. Mary’s Street, Ely, doors open at 7.30pm for an 8.00pm start.

Contact 01353 740999 or 01353 664706 or via website www.elyfolkclub.co.uk

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 likeminded men and women who are working together to strengthen your communities. You’ll also be a part of something bigger, a worldwide network of dedicated volunteers across the globe.

For more details of your local club contact: David & Jenny Ellis 01353 664318 / 07817 592438 Email; Littleportlions@yahoo.co.uk www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/littleport Facebook; Littleport Lions Club Twitter; @LittleportLions

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: Tel: 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.

Contact the current Chairman of the Friends, Pauline Sherwood on:01353 663716 www.jubileegardens-ely.org.uk www.elyimagazine.com

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Parents and Toddlers Tuesdays term time, accompanied children under 4yrs. 9.15am - 11.30am. Play activities in three rooms at the Lighthouse Centre including sensory and craft. Children £1 Adults 50p includes unlimited refreshments/biscuits and prize draw.

Coffee mornings held by Friends of Ely Library Saturday 12th and 26th March 10.00am-12.00. Held in the meeting room ALL Welcome.

For events please go to: www.cambridgeshire.net

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, website: www.littleport-lions.co.uk Facebook or watch our introductory video on YouTube by searching for “This is Korfball”.

Rock Solid/ Rock On/ 501 Fridays, Lighthouse Centre, 8.00pm - 9.30pm Three groups of fun youth activities for School Years 6 - 13, time to play high energy games or just chill out with new friends. 50p per session, tuck shop available.

Contacts for all groups : 01353 662228 info@lighthouse-ely.org www.lighthouse-ely.org/whatson

Littleport Rotary Club

Mindfulness Meditation group,

Littleport Lions Korfball

Meets every Monday 10-11am at Ely Dispensary rooms. This is a self guided group so you would already need to have attended a taught course to join us.

Please contact Carolyne on 07780292894 for more details.

We are a thriving branch of the Rotary family with a current membership of 24 and ages ranging from late thirties to early seventies! 75% of our membership is in full or part time employment. We meet on a weekly basis at Fen House in Littleport.

As with other clubs our aims revolve around service to the community.

Website: www.littleportrotary.org.uk Contact: David Ambrose Smith 01353 861010

Ely Milks 1.30-2.30 on Thursday afternoons at the Olive Tree on Silver Street. Breastfeeding support. Ely Milks is a charitable organisation providing information and support for mums who are breastfeeding.

For more info go to: www.elymilks.co.uk

The Lighthouse Fellowship Activities Encounter/Sunbeams An optional opportunity for mothers and carers to have fellowship together, whilst children aged 3months to 3 yrs are supervised in play/craft. Kings School terms 9.15am - 11.00am.

The Friends of Ely Museum.

Further info: www.elymuseum.org.uk/about Contact Pam Blakeman on 01353 663135.

Cost of meetings £2.50

Garage Youth Bike Tuesdays 7.00pm - 9.00pm. Project work on motorbikes,restoration, maintenance. Learn to ride offroad. Pass CBT.

Ely Museum Events For info contact: admin@elymuseum.org.uk 01353 666655 web: www.elymuseum.org.uk

Lighthouse Knitters A group of over twenty knitters who gather at the Lighthouse Centre, Lynn Road each Tuesday between 9.00am and 11.30am.

Neighbourhood Watch 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

Lighthouse Seniors Social Club 2nd & 4th Mondays each Month (not School Holidays). Transport from Soham area through ESACT may be available. Refreshment, friendship, hot lunch along with prize bingo/scrabble. 11.00am - 2.00pm. £5.00. Booking preferred.

Parisian Swing www.parisianswing.com

MAD Garage Youth Theatre Wednesdays 7.00pm - 9.00pm, Lighthouse Centre, Lynn Road. Acting ,dancing, singing,sound desk etc for ages 10-19yrs.

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Ely & District Model Railway Club

City of Ely Netball Club offers netball training and competition for women and girls (from School Year 7) The Club has 2 adult squads and 2 junior teams and offers umpiring/coaching opportunities. It has England Netball CAPS accreditation. For more information: web: www.cityofelynetball.co.uk email: elycity@hotmail.co.uk tel: 01353 662886

38th Annual Exhibition Sat 21st May 2016 City of Ely Community College, Downham Road, Ely, CB6 3DY This year the club will be holding its 38th exhibition.

There will be a variety of layouts ranging from “N” gauge to “O” guage and possibly more. In addition there will be numerous trade stands selling a variety of goods including books as well as new and second hand model railway stock.

The show is not only aimed at model railway enthusiasts but families as well. There will be a layout for young children to operate. We also hope to have live steam train rides in the outdoor area.

There will also be drinks and refreshments available at modest prices. Why not come and see us there?

It will be an enjoyable fun family day. So, potential members and families alike, do visit our website at: www.elymrc.org.uk

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. 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

Ely and Littleport Riot We are a Ladies Morris side based in Ely. We practice on Friday evenings in Centre E in Barton Road and perform at various events around the area, including Apple Day, the Folk festival and greeting the dawn on May Day. In particular, we are performing at both events to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Ely and Littleport Riots.

Email: contact@elriot.co.uk Website: http://www.elriot.co.uk

Rocking Ukuleles of Ely Can you play a ukulele or sing?

The club meets every Monday evening at The Ely Bowls Club. (bar available) £5 subs paid on each evening of attendance Great club members, fun night and a good social event.

Members can volunteer to play at local charity events too. All abilities welcome. Call John Bassett (founder & leader) on: 07785 296681 email: john@caprio-ip.co.uk

Isle of Ely Philatelic Society 14th April: Bishop’s Stortford Postal History.

5th May: Mails under London.

9th June: AGM, letters ‘Y’ and ‘Z’.

Meetings held 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 Hereward Rotary Club Wednesday evening meetings at the Lamb Hotel.

The meetings are a mixture of fellowship, guest speakers, events 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 Photographic Club The club meets at the City of Ely Community College, Downham Road, Ely Wednesdays 7.30pm (annual subscription). We extend a warm welcome to all enthusiasts – novices, amateurs and professionals.

We have a varied programme throughout the year encompassing all aspects of photography.

Nick Bowman Tel: 01353 664085 www.elyimagazine.com

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Ely Branch Royal British Legion

Sing! Choirs – Ely

The Ely Branch meets quarterly at The Town House Pub, Market Street Ely at 7.30 pm. Our meeting dates for the year are: Monday 23rd May, Monday 22nd August, AGM Monday 24th October, Monday 5th December. All new members welcome. For further details please phone Branch Secretary on: 01353 610446 website: www.britishlegion.org.uk/branches/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 /01353 662022

Sit & Sew at Sew Much to Do

Ely Runners

Every Wednesday 9.30am-2.00pm and/or 6-9.30pm £3/session - we share ideas, help and support each other, and have a lot of fun along the way! Sew Much To Do, 7 High Street Passage, Ely

Tel: 01353 664000

Tues & Thurs 7pm Paradise Centre Membership Secretary 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

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

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

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 Theatregoers Club Eileen Pick founded the Ely Theatregoers Club in 1981 when she placed an advert in the local paper to see if anyone would like to join her on theatre trips. The Club now boasts some 300+ members whose continuing support to the Club’s activities (both in the theatre and social) see it continue and grow. The Ely Theatregoers Club hold Quarterly Coffee Mornings on the first Monday of the months of March, June, September and December at The Ely Cathedral Centre (the old Ely Library) at 10am - 11.30am.

For further information on future events see our website at:www.elytheatregoers.co.uk stb.butler@ntlworld.com 07887 240483

St Mary’s Church Monday Club We meet in St Marys Church Hall on the 1st and 3rd Monday at 2pm for a 2:30pm start to the afternoon.

We have speakers on the 3rd Monday and a social afternoon on the 1st Monday. All meetings include afternoon Tea, Cakes and a raffle.

For more info phone Anne Marie on:01353662016 Email p.burfield50@btinternet.com

Ely Sinfonia Ely’s community orchestra plays regular concerts and services in Ely Cathedral and other local venues.

New players always welcome in most sections, or join the Friends for discounts and free concerts.

To find out more call 01353 721007 or see www.elysinfonia.co.uk

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Ely Table Tennis Club Located in the Village Hall at Prickwillow, just outside of Ely. We welcome new members of all ages and abilities but especially anyone wanting to get back into the sport. Practice night is every Monday from 7:00pm throughout the year. Match nights are Wednesdays and Fridays during the season for both the Ely District and Cambridge Leagues. Informal coaching offered to help improve your skills along 48

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with two annual club tournaments and other social events. First session FREE and subsequent sessions just £4.00.

For further info contact the Secretary, Karen Byford at: elytabletennis@gmail.com Tel: 01353 664271 www.tabletennis365.com/Ely

The Ely Guild of Woodturners exists to enable amateurs and professionals to further the cause of woodturning and to preserve this ancient craft.

We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at the Social Club in Little thetford, starting at 7pm. (beginners instruction from 6pm) meetings usually consist of a demonstration by a visiting expert.

Anyone is welcome to attend two or three meetings as a guest before committing themselves to membership (currently £30 per annum) Contact person: Stephen Franklin (Chairman) Tel: 01353 663949

Ely Watercolour Workshop The Ely Watercolour Workshop is an informal group of aspiring, (or sometimes, perspiring), artists, of varying levels, who get together, weekly, on a Tuesday evening, at Ely Community College.

The evenings run, officially, from 6.30 pm to 9.00 pm but members may come and go as time or commitments allow. The group, in one form or another, has been going for 30 years. There is no formal tuition, but the members do try to help each other and will, occasionally, do demonstrations of various aspects of watercolour painting.

A programme of ‘topics’, for each week, is produced, for each term, although the subjects are not mandatory. Members are free to ‘do their own thing’, if they so wish, but are invited to participate in the programme, as much as possible. In the summer term and holiday period, the EWW tries to encourage ‘outdoor’ painting with a selection of suggested venues, in and around Ely. We do, occasionally, arrange an all day workshop with an outside ‘professional’ artist, for extra tuition and experience. Each year, the EWW arranges TWO exhibitions of paintings, together with the ever popular hand painted greetings cards. One at Easter and one in October school half-term holidays.

The usual venue is the Almonry restaurant, off the Market Square, in central Ely. The fees are £20, per half-year, payable at the first meeting in January, and first meeting in September.

Contact: 01353 666954

Ely City Women’s Institute Forthcoming events: 11th April, Ruth Sindall, Marzipan Modelling, Competition: Marzipan figure made on the night 9th May, speaker tbc, Resolutions evening, Competition: Mini maypole 11th June, Jonathan Totman, Fenland Poet Laureate, workshop, Competition: bring in your favourite poem Where/when:7.30 pm (feel free to turn up 7.15 onwards), The Old Dispensary, 13 St Mary’s Street, Ely, Cambs, CB7 4ER Contact: Tel: 01353 663787, Web: wielycity. wix.com/home, Twitter: @ElyCityWI, Email: ruth.g.sindall@btconnect.com

Ely W.E.A. At WEA we believe learning is for everyone and learning is for life. It can be life-enhancing and life-changing – improving health, self-confidence 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 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: Tel: 01353 610224

VACANCY

Ely Local Group of the Wildlife Trust 7.45 pm Vernon Cross Room, Ely Museum For info contact: Will on:01353 661339 email: willburdett@btinternet.com

FOR A CARER / PERSONAL ASSISTANT

16-20 hrs / week - £10/hr Call 01353 662684 for info sunny personality and enthusiasm more important than experience as full training can be given.

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Arthur Rank Hospice Charity supports people in Cambridgeshire who are living with a life-limiting illness. Our care and services are provided free of charge to patients.

Recently, the hospice has witnessed increased demand in the Ely area and cared for approximately 400 patients and their families between April 2014 and October 2015.

Patients in Ely predominantly benefit from care provided by our Hospice at Home, complementary therapy, specialist palliative care home teams and often attend our support groups. However, Ely residents can also access other services such as the Cambridge-based 12 bed inpatient unit, patient and family support team, pain management clinic, day therapy facility and lymphoedema clinic.

substantial amount each year. If you see an event being hosted in aid of the Charity, please do offer your support and if you would like to organise a fundraiser personally, please get in touch!

Your kind support enables us to fund our professional, compassionate and practical services and to deliver care, counselling and education which will help our patients to live well and their families to live on.

We have a holistic approach and a patient’s care programme frequently combines many of these strands of care.

To supplement the NHS contribution, we are required to raise ÂŁ2 million annually to fund the additional services provided by the hospice.

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Tickets are available online www.samovarteahouse.co.uk/events or in store.

Samovar Tea House The Rheingans Sisters 3rd May 8pm

Fiddle-singers Rowan and Anna grew up in the Peak District, surrounded by traditional music and encouraged to pick up the fiddle by their violinmaker father from an early age. Both professional musicians, Rowan is well known on the English folk music scene as part of hugely popular BBC Folk Award nominated trio Lady Maisery as well as for her work with Nancy Kerr & The Sweet Visitor Band.

Email: info@samovarteahouse.co.uk www.samovarteahouse.co.uk Cafe open from 6.30 for food and drinks Samovar Tea House 23 Fore Hill, Ely, CB7 4AA

Anna lives in Toulouse, in southern France, where she is a much sought after fiddle player and teacher of french music traditions, in which she has fast become an expert, having just gained a 1st class diploma from the Conservatioire Occitan.

As both sisters have also spent a significant amount of time studying fiddle music inScandinavia, they pull a range of influences from both the northern and southern European fiddle traditions into their own compositions and arrangements.

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COMMUNITY, EVENTS, BUSINESS & MORE

ADVERTISERS

BY PAGE NUMBER Business Services

Home Services & Supplies

Local Shopping / Retail

Ely Tax & Accountancy

9

AJM Property Enhancements

19

A Special Event

24

Clanpress Ltd Printing

30

Bartrums Mobility

33

All Eyes Spectacle Makers

24

E-Space Ely

32

BM Aerials

21

Cutlacks

10

Paula Ingram Tax Technician

19

Complete Kitchens

9

Camelot Creature Comforts

27

Red Shoes Accounting

24

Cade Wood Burning Stoves

21

My Shop is Local

32

Simon Airey Mortgage Broker

20

Dream Doors

56

Something Special

7

As in Boat

13

Ely Cleaning Services

18

It’s Wonderful

17

Eating & Drinking Out

Ely Roofing

20

The Eel Catcher’s Daughter

6

The Town House

39

Ely Electrical Services

21

The Queens Shoes

7

The Almonry

39

Ely Skip Hire

21

Events, Meets and Group

Ely Tile Centre

20

Mind, Body & Wellness

South Suffolk Show

6/34

Fenland Spirit Services

20

Beverley Day

36

Ely Ballroom

6

J T Cycles

30

Dan Regan Hypnotherapy

28

Eel Festival

16

Johnson Construction

35

Energie Fitness for Women

25

Isle of Ely Arts Festival

29

John Ollive Property Maintenance

23

Footprints Surgery

15

Kids Club Ely

14

Langtry Furniture

34

Fiona Gilbert Foot Healthy

15

Westminster Homecare

15

Melanie Max Studio

38

MAM Tiling

30

Toni’s Class Language

32

M. Evans Landscapes

34

The Maltings

36

Millrose Telecom

18

Security Services

Monkey Music

36

Paul Barrow Builders

21

Bargate Locksmiths

19

Ousefest

5/26

Port Plumbing

31

RGP Security Services

23

Time Bank

5

Reeds Furniture Store

2

Witchford Karate Dojo

25

Silcock Construction

34

YPL Auctions, Littleport

50/51

Simon Bridges Piano Tuner

36

Pets

TW Electrical Ely

21

Ely Aquatic

18

I.T. and Web Services Food & Drink

Isle Vets

27

Ely Computers

20

Little Critters

27

Northfen Grooming

27

Anglia wines

11

NotAdrill App Development

22

Harpers Deli Boxes

11

Infinity Graphics

13

Sugar Design

5

Sunflower Catering

11

For Children

Wiltshire Farm Foods

15

Lane Academy Princess Parties

40

Taxi / Professional Car Service

4LittlePeople online store

25

Noble Cars

Garden Services & Supplies

Photography Ian Stacey Photography

30

Motor Trade

Cambridge Pond Cleaning

18

Criteria Cars

20

Wedding Attire

Littleport Timber Buildings

18

LG Car Sales Ltd.

31

Peter’s Bridal Warehouse

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