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Issue 116 December 2015 Caerphilly Edition
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Welcome to the December 2015 issue.
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It’s the end of the year, or my last magazine of 2015 to be more accurate and I have spent a bit of time reflecting on the progression of my humble business. In general, it has been a good year albeit the first half of 2015 was a bit of a disaster for me healthwise. I had a recurrent chest infection that lasted from the New Year until the end of February before I finally admitted I needed to see my G.P and it was a good job I did.
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Being a typical bloke I thought the infection would go on it’s own but after tests it turns out I had Pneumonia which in turn had lead to a heart problem - it was enlarged and beating faster than an Athlete in competition.
One of the things I have realised is that illness can cause problems for any wage earner but is particularly hard on us ‘umble self-employed. No work - no pay and even worse the stalling of your business whilst you recuperate. Two of my customers (that I know about) have been in the same boat this year. So, I am hoping for all of us that 2016 can be healthier for us. Merry Christmas, thanks for reading the magazine this year, and let’s “raise a glass” to a great 2016. All the best Paul
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Recipe Marmalade and Mustard
Glazed Gammon Serves 6-8
Ready in 2 hours 45 minutes, plus cooling
Glazed gammon is a Christmas favourite – delicious hot from the oven as a festive supper or served cold as part of the Boxing Day buffet! Place the gammon joint in a large deep pan with the onion, carrot, bay leaves and peppercorns. Pour over enough cold water to cover the joint.
Ingredients: • 2.5kg smoked gammon joint
Bring to the boil then skim off any scum from the surface using a slotted spoon. Reduce the heat, cover and leave to simmer for 1� hours, topping up the water level as needed.
• 1 onion, peeled and quartered • 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
Preheat the oven to 180°C, fan 160°C, gas 4. Lift out the gammon from the pan and place in a foil-lined roasting tin (discard the cooking liquid). Leave to cool for 10 minutes. Cut away the skin from the gammon, leaving a thin layer of fat and score the fat into diamonds. Stud the scored fat with the cloves in an even pattern.
• 2 fresh bay leaves, plus extra to garnish • Few black peppercorns • 1 tbsp whole cloves • 3 tbsp shredless orange marmalade, warmed
Mix together the marmalade, honey, mustard and sugar and spoon all over the gammon fat. Roast in the oven for 40-45 minutes, basting regularly with the glaze and pan juices until the fat is golden. Serve hot or cold garnished with fresh bay leaves and orange wedges.
• 2 tbsp runny honey • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard • 3 tbsp light soft brown sugar • Orange wedges, to garnish
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Heart Research UK are calling for choirs, schools, bands, singers and pubs up and down the country to support their Sing For Your Heart campaign this winter. Research has shown that singing is good for the heart and this is why Heart Research UK have chosen this as a fun idea for people to take on during the festive period and to raise money for the great work that they do. So far this year, they have gained support from an array of celebrities such as Lorraine Kelly, Brian McFadden and X Factor finalists Chloe Jasmine and Stevie Ritchie who’ll all be raising money from their own singing events in December. If you’re a choir, you could book a venue or sing in your local supermarket and donate a percentage of the tickets sales or pass around a collection bucket to raise money to Heart Research UK. If you’re a school you could turn your annual nativity play into a Sing for your Heart event and ask parents to make a donation or sell tickets. If you’re an individual who loves singing or in a band, why not put on a gig and donate a percentage of the proceeds.
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The local meaning of Remembrance Every November, it is wonderful to see how the various communities of the Caerphilly Borough come together to remember and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defence of our freedom. This year was no different. Thousands of people – young and old – paid tribute throughout the length and breadth of the Rhymney Valley, as they did throughout the country. On the Friday before Remembrance Sunday I participated in a service organised by local Caerphilly school children. Then, on the following Wednesday, I visited Ty’n Y Wern Primary School in Trethomas. Here, there was a moving ceremony at the new Memorial Garden where the children placed small wooden crosses, each with a name of a local serviceman who had died in either the First or Second World Wars. The service at Ty’n Y Wern concluded with local Councillor Liz Aldworth movingly thanking the pupils and staff at the school and the many parents who attended. In between these two children’s services, on Remembrance Sunday I attended two services; one in Ystrad Fawr, near Ystrad Mynach and the other in Caerphilly. Both were well attended and extremely moving.
One of the ways in which the services of Remembrance are made poignant is the recollection of individual stories of sacrifice and bravery. It is these stories which bring home the reality of the sheer horror of war, but also remind us of the selflessness of so many who have gone before us. Amongst those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the Great War was William Clifford Harris. He was a teacher at Cwmaber Boys School, Abertridwr. Some 15,000 school teachers fought in the First World War, but William Harris was the first teacher from Glamorgan to die on active service. He lost his life in France in January 1916 at the age of just 21. Sadly, there were many more from Caerphilly who lost their lives in the Great War and in other more recent conflicts. At a time when our freedom and liberty are under attack once again, it is more important than perhaps ever before to remember those who died defending our country and its democracy.
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Say it with Flowers - give them a Cactus.... Giving a plant at Christmas is a lovely idea – there is something about giving a ‘living gift’, especially if it is likely to live for many years. But the problem with the traditional Christmas red Poinsettias that will appear in supermarkets and garden centres over the next few weeks, is that they are very temperamental and often don’t make it as far as the new year, let alone a few years. So, how about giving them a Christmas cactus? (You may see them labelled as Schlumbergera) These non-prickly cactus really are very easy to grow, and can flower for a good couple of months in mid-winter, so are often looking at their best around Christmas. They form a low spreading mound, so when they are in flower they look like a little pink waterfall of cascading flowers … well they do in my world anyway! Although they do not look like your average cactus – they don’t have any nasty prickly spines – they can tolerate being a bit on the dry side for a while. They make a good window sill plant, although might prefer not to be in on a very hot window sill in summer, where they will get baked dry.
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Finding Gifts For The “Nothing I Need” Brigade by Kate McLelland “There’s nothing I need. Don’t buy me anything.” It’s the festive season, and not buying anything just isn’t an option, unless you want to feel like a cross between the Grinch and Ebenezer Scrooge on Christmas morning. But what do you get for those friends or family members who genuinely seem to have everything? I’m not talking a mansion, a yacht and a Ferrari: just all the things required for comfortable, everyday living. There comes a time in everyone’s life when it’s likely that they will have collected all the knick-knacks, gadgets and gizmos they’ll ever need. So what are the options when it comes to buying an original gift for the man or woman who says “There’s nothing I need”? Give a goat At Oxfam (www.oxfam.org. uk) it costs just £25 to buy a goat for a needy family trying to survive in areas affected by war or drought, who can use the gift to produce nutritious dairy products such as milk and cheese. Oxfam also supplies a brightly coloured gift card that explains your purchase. An unforgettable experience If you’ve run out of gift
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Sarah-Jayne Evans, Miss Intercontinental Wales, who is a student Midwife, received a £500 donation from the local “Freemasonry in the Community”. Sarah-Jayne decided to donate this money to a local care home on St Martin’s Road. The money will go towards a new sensory room for the residents. “When I approached the care home, everyone was thrilled with the idea. They could not believe the generosity”. Having spent time at the care home Sarah-Jayne met a woman who was aged 101 and a retired midwife. “I was absolutely honoured to have been able to hear what midwifery was like in the 1930s, even before the NHS was created.
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Local lads Adam Surridge (15) and Ryan Howlin (14) both won the Welsh Amateur Boxing Championships at their respective weight classes held in Swansea. Sporting their winning red vests, they have become role models to young and old in Fosters Boxing Gym. To achieve their first national title, both trained 6 days a week, maintained a good diet and most important never gave up. Both Adam and Ryan are currently undefeated and aiming for more winning titles in the near future. Keep an eye out for these future Caerphilly stars.
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Caerphilly Events Update
Preparations for Christmas are well underway with just a few days to go until the Blackwood Christmas Market. Here is a round up of the festive events that are taking place this Christmas… Blackwood Christmas Market will be descending on the town centre on Saturday 5th (9am - 5pm) and Sunday 6th December (10am - 4pm). With the sound of hooves from the real reindeers, to festive stalls and entertainment, the market will have something for everyone to enjoy! The event will also feature an extra special visit from Father Christmas who will be taking a break out of his busy schedule to hear the children’s Christmas wishes in his grotto. The grotto will be located inside Tidals Store Ltd, which is located in the heart of the town centre. Also taking place on Saturday 5th December is the Risca Christmas Market (12pm – 5.30pm). The annual event will take place in Tredegar Park, which is located in the centre of the town and will bring festive stalls, children’s activities, Santa’s grotto, funfair rides and real reindeers for visitors to enjoy. The finale to the event is a light parade through the park whilst watching the festive lights being switched on the Christmas tree. Following on from Risca, we have the annual River of Light Lantern workshops taking place on 5th/6th and 12th/13th December between 10am - 5pm in Caerphilly Leisure Centre. The FREE workshops offer families the chance to get creative and make a lantern ready for the big parade on Thursday 17th December. The parade starts at 6.30pm from Caerphilly Railway Station Park and Ride and will make its way through the town, along St Fagans Street and to Crescent Road with Samba bands and dancing. The event will come to a spectacular finale with a fireworks display above the skies of Caerphilly Castle. The popular Bargoed Ice Rink will return this festive period for an amazing five day stint from Wednesday 9th to Sunday 13th December. With a new location in Morrisons underground car park, families are invited to come along to enjoy this favourite winter pastime and experience a fantastic festive feeling. Whether you’re ready to dash across the ice or if figure skating is more your style, this popular activity is great fun! No pre-booking is permitted. The ice rink will be open daily from 10am – 7pm and will operate in half hourly slots throughout the day.
The final event on the Christmas Calendar is the Caerphilly Christmas Market on Saturday 12th (9am - 5pm) and Sunday 13th December (10am - 4pm). Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a town and castle preparing for Christmas with traditional funfair rides, smells of mulled wine, captivating street theatre and over 100 food, craft & gift stalls. There’s also a Farmers Market complimenting the town’s mixture of independent & high street stores. Why not enter the castle for a medieval twist to this event, with lots of fun entertainment and attractions. Normal admission applies. For more information on our Christmas events visit http://your.caerphilly.gov.uk/events or call the event hotline on 029 2088 0011. Wishing you all a very merry Christmas & a Happy New Year Sarah Barrett Events and Marketing Assistant Events & Marketing Team
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Caerphilly Ladies Choir
Three years ago Caerphilly ladies Choir took part in a mass festival of brass and voices in the Royal Albert Hall London. Over 72 choirs took part and the Caerphilly ladies were the only choir flying the flag for WALES! That concert raised over £163,000 for Cancer Research U.K.! Caerphilly Ladies Choir is very active, always ready to raise funds for deserving causes. So on Friday, November 13th they will all be on their way to London once more to take part in this fantastic event, which is held every three years for Cancer Research U.K.
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There are many choirs from England, Scotland, the Netherlands, France and Australia taking part as well as Grimethorpe Brass Band and Wales’ famous Cory band. Caerphilly Ladies will have some support from one other Welsh choir this time, with a choir from Builth Wells joining for the first time. The choir have been very busy during the last few months, learning new music for this event.
The week-end will be a hectic time for the choristers and their supporters, as they will also be taking part in an event at the Scoop, by the Tower of London, on Sunday morning. We all wish them well and hope that thousands of pounds will once more be raised for such a deserving charity. Should anyone want to engage the choir then please look them up on our email site www.caerphillyladieschoir.co.uk or on facebook. Marjorie Gray, Publicity Officer, Caerphilly Ladies Choir
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Street Pastors have been patrolling Caerphilly town for four years on 10th December. If your wondering who we are we are a group of committed Christians from most of the church’s in and around Caerphilly who feel that going out on a Saturday night ( 10pm - 2am), to be there if needed by those out to enjoy themselves. When I say needed I don’t mean evangelising although if we are asked questions about religion we do our best to answer honestly. The need may be a pair of flip flops ( we have been called the flip flop patrol), a bottle of water or just a listening ear. Recently we have seen our numbers diminish as people move from the area, retire, or through ill health. We are well received in town both by the police but more satisfying the people we meet on our patrols.
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A selection of Regular Events
Bedwas Bridge Club, Bedwas & Trethomas Community Hall, The Bryn Field, Newport Road, Bedwas, CF83 8BJ. Every Thursday 7.00pm until 9.30 pm There’s a warm welcome to all, £2 per night, or £15.00 per term. The venue is 150 yards behind the Bedwas Working Mens Institute club, at the end of the lane. Come with or without a Bridge partner. Tuition can be given to beginners if required. Contact Lynda on 02920 868137 or John 01633 440373 Caerphilly Youth Singers. VanGuard Centre, Caerphilly Date: Fridays in term time Time: 5.30 to 7.00 p.m. Award winning choir for young people. For young people in school years 6 to 9 No audition. www.caerphillycommunitychorus.org.uk Caerphilly Community Chorus VanGuard Centre, Caerphilly Date: Fridays Time: 7.30 to 9.00p.m. Award winning mixed choir for ages 15+ www.caerphillycommunitychorus.org.uk No audition. Twitter: @CaerCChorus Van over 50’s Club Cole Court, Mornington Meadows We meet every Wednesday between 12.30 - 4.30pm. Bingo and other prize games as well as Tea, Coffee and Biscuits. We also arrange outside Daytrips. Direct bus from Caerphilly Bus Station. Come along and meet us and receive a warm welcome. Contact Jean Cook, Treasurer on 01633 440238 Bedwas & Trethomas over 50’s Wednesday Club Bedwas & Trethomas Community Hall - Entrance rear of Workmens Hall every Wednesday Time: 1pm to 4pm Bingo Tea/Coffee/Biscuits Day Trips arranged - Come along and have a look. A warm welcome to those that do. You can contact our Secretary, Mrs M. Morris on 029 20862663 Caerphilly Male Voice Choir Bedwas Methodist Church on Mondays and Thursdays at 7.15 pm We are always on the lookout for new choristers. Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are more important than experience. Come along and listen in the first instance and see if it for you. Contact David Johnson on 029 20864289 or mob 07714 960419 or email davidjohnson513@btinternet.com
St Catherine’s Church Wednesday Drop In St Catherine’s Church Hall, Maes-yFelin, off Mill Road, Caerphilly, CF83 3NH Date: Last Wednesday of the month. Time: 1.30pm-4pm Come to Cup’n’Chat every Wednesday afternoon at St Catherine’s Church Hall for a cup of tea and friendly conversation. All welcome. Contact Helen Murphy on 029 2086 3221 Caerphilly Ramblers Meet at Asda, Caerphilly Date: Sundays Time: 9.30a.m. We extend a warm welcome to all who would like to join us for walks of 8 – 12 miles throughout the South Wales Area. Meet in Asda car park, near the recycling bins. For more information go to: http://caerphillyramblers.btck.co.uk or contact John Newton 01633 440999 Caerphilly Retired Teachers Association Mount Carmel Church Vestry, Pontygwindy Road.CF83 3AD Date: Last Wednesday in the month. Time: 2 pm - 3.30 pm. We extend a very warm welcome to any retired teacher to come along and join us. Our get-together includes guest speakers,refreshments,meals out and day trips. Very informal. More information from the Secretary on 02920 883722 Caerphilly Ladies Choir New Hall Ysgol y Castell, Crescent Road Caerphilly. Date : Every Tuesday in Term time. Time : 7.15 pm. to 9.15 pm. We welcome any female 16 or older to come along and sing with us.You do not have to read music.We have a broad repertoire and we give approx. 15 concerts a year. More information from the choir Publicity Officer on 029 2088 3722 or look up our website www.caerphillyladieschoir.co.uk Facebook: caerphillyladieschoir Caerphilly OAP St Martins ward meet every Tuesday at 2pm for two hours at Neuadd Park Hall, Park Lane, Caerphilly, For events, bingo, trips etc. For further information please call Haydn Lewis 01443 820187 Mount Carmel Coffee Mornings Mount Carmel Church Vestry, Pontygwindy Road. Date : Every Wednesday morning Time : 11.15 am. to 12.30 pm. Come along and meet new friends. Have a cup of tea or coffee and toast and a chat. Ring Richard on 029 2088 3790 for more information.
Breakaway Club Trethomas Working Mans Club Date: Every Monday Time: 1.30pm - 4.30pm Come and join us at The Ruperra for Bingo, Tea & Coffee and pleasant company. The venue is about 70 yards from the Navigation Street Bus Stop. Contact Brian on 07932 915960 Dove coffee shop Emmanuel Church, Forge Road Machen Date: every Monday and Wednesday Time: 9am until 2pm Come along and meet new friends. and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. or bring a friend along and have some time together over a cup of tea or coffee. for more information ring Yvonne on 07798 538957 Guiding Light Spiritualists Twyn Community Centre, Caerphilly CF83 1JL. Date: Friday Time: Doors open 7pm - Start at 7.30pm We have a visiting medium every week doing a clairoyance evening. We also do spiritual healing. Tea/Coffee and chat after clairvoyance. Everybody welcome. For further information call Sandra Davies on 07805 649850 Machine Knitting Club Are you interested in Machine Knitting or would you like to learn? We now meet every Monday! Please ring Val on 029 20867942 for venue details. Hobbies and Craft Club St Andrew’s Church, Troed-Y-Bryn, Penyrheol Date: Wednesday’s Time: 2-4pm It is a small but growing, friendly group who meet to share crafts and hobbies. Contact details are as follows: Angela Anderson Tel: 02920 864 596 or Diana Jones Tel: 02920 880585 Suter Craft & Cuppa Club. Twyn Community Centre, Caerphilly Every Wednesday, 9.30am - 11.30am Everyone welcome. £2 entry to help go towards refreshments and room hire. A chance to bring & do your own crafting over a cuppa and a chat. Invite old friends to join you or come and make new friends. Got no crafts you do at present? For more information, please contact stacey via stacey.suter@gmail.com or 07969 734999.
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Caerphilly Women’s Institute St Helen’s Community Hall (off Nantgarw Road) Date: 2nd and 4th Weds of the month Time: 7.30pm A warm welcome to ladies of all ages who would like to come along and join us in our Centenary year! We enjoy a good social life and our program for 2015 is full and varied. Contact telephone no: 02920 860189 St. Catherine’s Food Co-op Date: Every Wednesday Time: 11am - 1pm Why not pop along to the St. Catherine’s Food Co-op in St. Catherine’s Church Hall, just off Mill Road, Caerphilly? Open to the public to come along and order affordable, fresh and local fruit, veg and salad; priced at £3 a bag; bread and eggs also available to order. Enjoy a cuppa, chat and even a bit of lunch. ‘Healthy Start’ vouchers also accepted! Orders need to be placed a week in advance for collection the following week. Goldies Cymru sing along sessions. The Van-guard Centre (Charity Registration 1109193) The United Reformed Church, Van Road Caerphilly. Date: Second Monday of the month Time: 10.30-11.30 a.m. If you enjoy singing, especially the songs of the 1960’ and 1970’s, then come along to ‘Goldies’. The sessions are provided by the Goldies Cymru Charity which provides the sessions and leaders for each group. There is a wide selection of well- known songs available to choose from; tea and coffee served on arrival; a donation of £1.00 per person is suggested. So come along and meet new people and enjoy a sing along. For further information contact: the VAN-guard Centre Secretary on 029 20 866 578. B.T.M. Camera Club Pensioners Hall, Bedwas Date: Tuesday’s Time: 7pm. Experience not necessary, newbies to experts. Call Dave on 029 20882273 for more information. The Old Library, Morgan Jones Park Baby play - Tuesday morning -10-11am Kids Krafts - Tuesday 3-5pm Toddler craft - Thursday 1-3pm Amser Stori - Wednesday 10-11am Jingle jangle Jo - Friday 10.30-11.30am And coming soon.... Board Game Evening - 11th Dec Cheese and Wine Night - 18th Dec For more information check out face book, twitter or call on 02920 885 243
Windsor Road Presbyterian Church Windsor Street, Caerphilly Date: Every Friday Time: 10-12.30 Coffee mornings All are very welcome Aber Valley Male Voice Choir Ex-Sevicemen’s Club, Gwern Avenue, Senghenydd Sundays: 11 – 1p.m. Wednesdays: 7.15 – 9.30 p.m. Although the choir has more than 50 members we are always on the lookout for anybody interested in singing, travelling and enjoying a full social life with a group of very friendly men. You do not have an audition; neither do you have to be able to read music. Contact the Secretary: Trevor Davies on 02920864246 / trevordavies1@sky.com or Conductor: Geraint Evans 02920884060 / jgevansuk@yahoo.co.uk Caerphilly Gardening Club Venue: Twyn Community Centre Date: Second Monday of every month Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Join in our friendly, informal meetings, talks on all aspects of gardening by guest speakers, social evenings and events throughout the year. For more information contact our secretary on 029 2088 4909 Cascade Keyboard Group Venue: Cascade Methodist Church Date Wednesday morning Time 10.00 am - midday We are a small group of keyboard players of mixed ability who meet together to play different styles of music both individually and together under the direction and support of music graduate Gareth Kibble MSc. We would welcome anyone who is interested - beginners, experienced and lapsed players. There is a weekly charge to cover costs only. For more information please contact John on 01495 227049 Trecenydd Community Centre Management Committee lunch Venue: Trecenydd Community Centre Date: Last Thursday of the month Time: 12.30 - 1.45pm The lunch consists of a 2 course meal including Roast & Veg, Sweet and tea or coffee for £5.00. Bookable only on 07852 683976. We also have a Youth Club every Wednesday evening and Bingo every Sunday evening. Call our Secretary for details on 07974 691808
‘A forum for local writers of prose and poetry who want to share their work.’ Bedwas & Trethomas Community Hall. Dates: Alternate Tuesdays Time: 1:15pm to 3:15pm. If you are interested in joining us please contact: Janet Davies, secretary janet_davies16@hotmail.com Caerphilly & District Floral Society Twyn Comm. Centre, Caerphilly Date & time : 1st Tuesday 7-9 pm and 1st Wednesday 2-4 pm of each month (Sept-Dec & Feb-June) We extend a warm welcome to anyone who wishes to learn how to arrange flowers in a ‘’hands – on way ‘’. Demonstration and help is given by a qualified teacher in flower arranging. For more information call 02920 866018 Over 50’s Ladies Circle Venue: Windsor Road Church Caerphilly Date: Wednesdays Time: 7.30-9 pm Speakers and other events. All welcome
December 2015
Community Christmas Concert Venue: Penyrheol Community Centre Date: Friday, 4th December 2015 Time: Starts at 7.00 pm Featuring the wonderful Aber Valley Male Voice Choir, the fabulous trio, Serin and the lovely Katie Farr. Tickets for the concert are £3 and include a mince pie and mulled wine, and ALL proceeds will go to the Chairman’s chosen charities. Concert tickets available from the Londis Shop, Troed-y-Bryn, Penyrheol (bottom shops). Christmas Wreath Making Venue : Parc Cwm Darran Visitor Centre Date : 05 December 2015 Time: 11am - 2pm Get wrapped up in wreath making for Christmas at Parc Cwm Darran. Charge: £5 for children and adults Age: Children from 7 upwards (as it involves complex creative skills) Booking is required for this event calling 01443 875557
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CHRISTMAS PARTIES
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PANFRIED CAJUN SALMON Served with pea puree and saffron sauce OATMEAL, MUSHROOM & LAVERBREAD QUICHE Served with a rocket and pine nut salad and basil dressing
SALMON CHILLI LIME DILL FISHCAKE Served with wilted spinach citrus butter sauce
Seasonal Vegetables & Potatoes served with all our main meals
SMOKED DUCK BREAST Served with orange and endive salad with a parsley crème fraiche
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TRADITIONAL ROASTED TURKEY Served with pigs in blankets, chestnut stuffing and roasting juice gravy
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White chocolate andParty CointreauMenu mousse and Our December Mid-week Menu, Friday & Saturday SIRLOIN OF BEEF & HORSERADISH 2 COURSES £22.00 Christmas DayMUFFIN Lunch Menu are now available. Cooked to your requirements, served with a red wine sauce
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Yet more Events
December 2015
Concert: ‘Cantare at Christmas’ The Van-guard Centre (Charity Registration 1109193) Venue: The United Reformed Church, Van Road Caerphilly. Date: Sunday 6th December 2015 Time: 2.00 p.m. Admission - £10.00 which includes light refreshments. David Fortey, tenor and Angharad Morgan, soprano, accompanied by Ryan Wood perform at the Centre as part of their Christmas concert series. Further information from the VAN-guard Centre Secretary on 029 20 866 578 or the Box Office on 07752 681227. Christmas Concert Venue: St Helens Church, Nantgarw Road, Caerphilly Day: Friday 11th December Time: 7.30pm Caerphilly Community Chorus and Caerphilly Youth Singers present a concert of Christmas music from around the world. Admission: £5. For further information http://caerphillycommunitychorus.org.uk/ performances/ Tickets available on the door.
Caerphilly Christmas Market Venue : Caerphilly town centre Date : 12th & 13th December 2015 Time: Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a town and castle preparing for Christmas with traditional funfair rides, smells of mulled wine, captivating street theatre and over 100 food, craft & gift stalls. There’s also a Farmers Market complimenting the town’s mixture of independent & high street stores. Why not enter the castle for a medieval twist to this event, with lots of fun entertainment and attractions. Normal admission applies. This is a free event in the town centre but normal admission applies to the castle. For more information call 02920 880 011 Christmas Tree Festival Venue: St Martin’s Church, St Martin’s Road, Caerphilly, CF83 1EJ Date: Saturday 12 December and Sunday 13 December 2015 Time: 10am to 4pm Come and enjoy a wonderful display of Christmas trees in St Martin’s Church. Local businesses and organisations are invited to decorate a tree and enter this annual competition.
It will be £1 to enter a tree, and we will award prizes in 4 categories – Businesses, Schools, Churches, and Youth organizations. We ask that all entries nominate a “Charity of Choice” – the winner of each category, voted for by the public, being awarded a donation to their chosen charity. Trees may be real or artificial, but with a maximum height of 3ft and may be set up from 12noon on Friday 11 December. Also there will be soup, mulled wine, cakes, mince pies, chocolate and coffee/tea with Christmas carols and a gift wrap stall. Further information from Deryn McAndrew on 029 2088 2316.
January 2016
Jack & the Beanstalk, a family panto Venue : The Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall, Castle Street, Caerphilly Dates & Times : Wed 20th, Thurs 21st, Fri 22nd (7 pm) and Sat 23rd January 2016 (11am & 4 pm). Ticket price: £10.00 for adults and £7.00 for children. Tickets : On-line - thelittleboxoffice/ caerphillyplayers , The Visit Caerphilly Centre, The Old Library Café (in Morgan Jones Park) and on the door. Telephone Louise on 07570 791332 or e-mail caerphillyplayers@gmail.com
Amateur Dramatics Society presents
Jack and the
Beanstalk Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall Wednesday 20th January 2016 | 7pm Thursday 21st January 2016 | 7pm Friday 22nd January 2016 | 7pm Saturday 23rd January 2016 | 11am & 4pm Tickets – Adults: £10.00 Children: £7.00 Available from www.thelittleboxoffice.com/caerphillyplayers, The Visit Caerphilly Centre, The Old Library Café at Morgan Jones Park, Caerphilly Workmen’s Hall (open 9am to 1pm 9th January and 16th January) or on the door www.caerphillyplayers.org
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Thought for the Month
Time for a feast... Maybe I am showing my age here, but a big part of Christmas for me now is about memories, not in a sad way, but in a warm ‘smile inducing’ nostalgic sort of way. I recall childhood Christmas lunches with an extra roast potato for little Rog, then we would all wait for our Dad to find something in his Christmas pudding and cough it up theatrically at our Christmas table – it progressed from a shilling coin, to 50 pence, and then to a snooker ball over the years! Then there was the first time I tasted fresh prawns (the ones where you have to peel them first) at a Christmas ‘buffet’; and more recently beloveds home-made chips on Boxing Day … I am starting to smile already! You may notice a theme going on here? Food ! Christmas is a time for feasting, and I think that is a good thing. Of course I need to be aware of, and active in helping, those folks who don’t have much. But once a year it is not a bad thing to celebrate and enjoy all the good things with have, with a huge sense of gratitude and recognition of how blessed we are.
How sad it would be to have an abundance and not to enjoy it. This applies to more than food, of course. Often the bible will use everyday stuff like food to demonstrate an important more spiritual principle, to help us understand, enjoy and apply other less obvious blessings. We are told that we have everything we need, every spiritual blessing, through this Jesus whose birth and life we celebrate at Christmas. But most of us for some reason do not seem keen to help ourselves to this generous offer… Jesus reveals the generous nature of God, and invites us to ‘get stuck in’ to all his tasty treats for the soul, and then it is only natural for us to become generous, extravagantly generous, in the way that we share all that we have been given … sounds fun to me! Merry Christmas Roger Crookes - rogercrookes@lcsuk.net
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Solicitors have had to adjust their practice to meet the changing needs of their clients. If ever you find yourself in a similar position and need the help of a solicitor then give us a call as we will be able to provide you with an estimate of a fixed fee for carrying out such limited services. This could mean that you get the help you need with a clear idea of the expense.
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