Handy Mag York February 2013

YORK EDITION Delivered to YO32, YO31 9 & YO60 6 FEBRUARY 13 • ISSUE 87 www.thehandymag.co.uk

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A belated Happy New Year and best wishes for 2013 to all of our readers and advertisers.

My positive thoughts and warm fuzzy feelings for 2013 came to an end on the evening on 1st January with the discovery that we had no broadband. I never realised how reliant we had all become on it. No watching BBC iplayer, no films, no emails, no banking, no quick searching for the crossword answers for the Saturday morning newspaper…oh yes and more importantly, no working at home!

Both for the business and personally I don’t remember life without being permanently plugged in to the web. For a while my children got to experience life in the school holidays with no internet – life as my childhood was - having to resort to digging around in the back of the cupboard in the vague hope of finding something marginally more interesting to do than watching what was on TV! Walking the dogs (for longer than normal) and coming down to dinner when called have become the norm in our house. I’m beginning

This month’s features General

Books - Secrets & Lies ........................................... 24 Get motivated ...................................................... 40 Ella’s Column ........................................................ 52

Business Features

C&S Electrical ......................................................... 6 Ian’s Plastering Service ......................................... 14 PaintX ................................................................... 17 Linear Fencing ...................................................... 18 Astek Landscapes ................................................. 23 Peak Power Systems ............................................. 26 Are you insane, Pen Life Associates ...................... 28 Instyle Kitchens .................................................... 32 Samantha Lambert Podiatrist ............................... 43

Community

An exciting year for Haxby .................................... 30 The History of Stockton House ............................. 34 Oaken Grove Surfers ............................................. 53 Events ................................................................... 50 Local Groups ......................................................... 54

Food & Drink

Chocolate Pecan Pie ............................................. 38

Homes & Gardens

A passion for potatoes.......................................... 19

Motoring

Landrover Freelander ........................................... 16

Animals

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Puzzles

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to quite enjoy the lack of broadband. I might even feel a bit sad when the engineer gets here and fixes it….mind you I do just need to go and check Twitter and has anyone posted anything interesting on Facebook….?!

Speaking of warm fuzzy feelings, Valentine’s Day is soon. Meals, gifts and beauty treatments are all on offer in the Handy Mag this month. Make sure you make your loved one feel special. My other half is usually working away but we send a text – so romantic!!

This year please make the effort to shop locally and use local services. Many of our businesses are feeling the pinch. And remember to let them know that you found them in the Handy Mag when you call them.

Well done to Mrs Rambridge for winning the December competition.

Until next time…Marianne

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Paul Cammidge and Andrew Stagnell, who founded C&S Electrical in 2006, are adding larger projects to their portfolio of domestic and commercial electrical work.

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Land Rover Freelander Land Rover has given its perennial premium compact SUV a nip and tuck for 2013 – but is it enough to keep buyers interested in the off-roader? We take it for a spin in the icy wilds of snow-blown Canada.

WHAT IS IT?

Land Rover’s perennial compact SUV given a little wipe over with the flannel to freshen it up. The changes aren’t huge inside or out, but they’re enough to give it a new lease of life. The talking points on the outside are some smart new headlights, new rear tail-lights that look like dumpy red snowmen, and a more striking grille. Inside it’s had more attention with an Evoque-ess makeover.

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There are two diesel units which are both 2.2 litres in size but with different power outputs, 147 bhp and 187 bhp, they both offer four-wheel drive.

There’s also a 150PS version in two-wheel drive form, but quite why you’d opt for that we have no idea apart from its lower CO2 emissions. We tried a brilliant 2.0-litre petrol engine too on our road test in Canada, but sadly this won’t be coming to the UK. In fact, it was actually our pick of the bunch.

nowhere near as bold as its sister cars which is a shame, however its capability off road can’t be doubted and despite its age we still think it’s a rugged alternative to some often rather boring Germanic offerings. It’s worth a look for the pony-pulling set.

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The Knowledge Model: Land Rover Freelander Price: £39,805 Engine: 2.2 litre, diesel Power: 187 bhp, 420Nm

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It’s on the inside where the manufacturer has really gone to work. The centre console is new and the old Terrain Response dial has been swapped for buttons from the Evoque. A new instrument cluster has been installed which has a five inch display that offers the important details. It now has keyless go, a brilliant hitch assist that helps drivers line up their tow bar and clever voice activation. There are three new colours to choose from paint wise and the stereo system provided by Meridian is nothing short of extravagant.

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The Linear Fencing van is a familiar sight around York, where Andy is based, and the areas they cover, which include Haxby, Strensall, Wiggington, Huntington, and he’s happy to travel further throughout Ryedale if required.

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A Pas s i o n for P o t a t o e s

February is the time of year ear to think about perfect potatoes and smashing spuds.

Home grown potatoes are an incredibly good value crop and you’ll soon find that the so-called humble spud is actually a very tasty and extremely versatile vegetable.

If you don’t have much space, use a 45cm (18in) diameter pot with a single tuber. Make sure the container is well supplied with drainage holes, fill it two thirds full of compost, pop a tuber in the centre and add a further couple of inches of compost. As foliage appears, add more compost to cover it over and repeat until no more can be added, then keep the container well watered.

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For great roast potatoes try Kestrel, Maris Piper, Desiree, Lady Balfour, Vivaldi and Edzel Blue.

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Potatoes are divided into ‘earlies’ (first to be harvested)

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No crop is without its share of problems and the fungus responsible for potato blight is sometimes hard to beat, especially in warm, damp years. Generally, ‘earlies’ suffer less with blight and you can select varieties which show resistance to the infection such as Valor, Lady Balfour, Coleen and especially Sarpo Mira and Sarpo Axona.

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Gustave Flaubert Doctor’s wife, Emma Bovary leads an increasingly scandalous and yet, in her eyes, eternally boring life as she tries to escape the confines of her provincial existence. Trapped in a dull marriage and dreaming of passion, excitement and fulfilment, she finds that real life never fails to fall short of her great expectations. The book caused absolute outrage when it was first published, though there was no shortage of women claiming to be Madame Bovary. Gustave always maintained he based the character on himself…but there were obviously a LOT of bored French housewives in the nineteenth century.

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Lady Chatterley’s Lover

D.H.Lawrence Long before Desperate Housewives, people were having affairs with their gardeners. Constance Chatterley’s husband lies paralysed after a war injury and as she struggles with both the emotional and physical neglect, her head is turned by one Oliver Mellors. And boy, must he be good.

The novel tackles the relationship between the upper and working classes as well as the battle between the body and mind. For a book written in the 1920s, it’s pretty explicit, making it a favourite of students forced to read Lawrence the world over.

Getting Rid of Matthew

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2013 is a really special year for Haxby as it is the 150th Anniversary of the Ecclesiastical Parish.

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Planning for the celebrations is well advanced and a wide range of activities will be taking place over the year, designed to involve the wider community of Haxby and beyond. Everyone will be welcome to join in.

The range of events include:• St John’s University musicians in concert in February • A concert in April by a group of Russian Orthodox singers - the Hermitage Ensemble from St Petersburg who are internationally famous • Possible concerts in the church by musicians from Joseph Rowntree School • A Rogation Day walk around the parish boundaries • A flower festival over a May weekend in St Mary’s • A children’s celebration in co-operation with the local schools, • An exhibition of interesting items related to the parish • A parish picnic on the village green • A “readathon” of the Bible • An anniversary service, led by the Bishop, in September • Golden flowers planted through the village by the Town Council

A special feature of the preparations has been the development of a dedicated website to be operated during 2013. It has now been launched although it is still a “work in progress”.

The website will contain (amongst other things) the Haxby150 logo, a diary of events, some history of Haxby including the “new” parish, a picture gallery, hopefully, a method of buying event tickets, and, very importantly, a part of the site where everyone can join in with comments, memories, pictures, anecdotes and memorabilia.

For more inforamtion see the website at www.haxby150.co.uk or call Ian Strong (PCC Secretary - Tel: 769771 - Email: ianstrong@ hotmail.co.uk)

St John’S UniverSity MUSic concert An eclectic mix of student bands and ensembles from York St John University

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Stockton House and Early Methodists Why and how did the Methodists come to Stockton?

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Happy times but hard work! The Land Army in Stockton House Stockton House was used by the Land Army during and after the Second World War, until 1950.

On 28th May 1944 the Women’s Land Army Hostel at Strensall was closed and all the 35 girls came to Stockton House. In the Women’s Land Army Newsletter of September 1944, it stated: “All the girls have settled down in the new surroundings and enjoy living in a house instead of a hutment!” Not all the girls were lucky enough to get a hostel place. Dorothy Jacob Smith, born 1910, was the Regional Co-ordinator for North Yorkshire and she received a report from one of her colleagues. She had visited the billet of a small group of girls who were working in drainage.

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brother and then through a hole in the wall over which there was a curtain to reach the girls’ room!

The home was clean but there was no electric light and one tap in the scullery over a sink where the entire household washed and that was in the back kitchen next to the back door which was the main entry into the house. I write this so you will not be horrified when the girls talk about the hole in the wall.” Needless to say the girls were found a new billet probably a hostel!

Sometimes the farmer found the girl was unsuitable for billeting on the famr and a place would have been found in a hostel. The hostels became an important part in the Women’s Land Army and the Stockton Hostel based at Stockton House accommodated about 45 girls in the main house and 8 in the annexe. Tremendous fun and lively laughter was had by all. Stories about the girls, their work and social life are covered in the book.

The book entitled “Stockton House and Early Methodists” is a history from Georgian times in Stockton on the Forest. It discusses the early, often clandestine,

gatherings of the early Methodists and the provision and upkeep of an early school and chapel in the Stockton House by Thomas and Susanna Wilkinson. They provided funds for the village and the charity lasted over 160 years even helping with computer provision at the village school in the recent past.

Other chapters cover the colourful residents including George Dixon who was the British expert on chicory growing who tried to promote the crop in the use as a substitute for coffee during the First World War and the years immediately afterwards. He vigorously campaigned against the heavy tax on the crop to the advantage of foreign growers.

Many of York residents are familiar with the story of the ghostly Roman Army at the Treasurer’s House but few will know about ‘The Army in the Sky.’ The book shows the context of the vision by twi Stockton on the Forest residents during the Napoleonic War in the eighteenth century.

For an interesting read, the book, costing £7.50, can be obtained from Stockton House by ringing 01904 400217.

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Chocolate Pecan Pie If you have a bowlful of leftover nuts why not make this classic American favourite with a British twist – simply replace half the pecan nuts with walnuts, hazelnuts and Brazil nuts. Serve with a dollop of thick Greek yoghurt or whipped cream.

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FEBRUARY 2012 • ISSUE 87 1. To make the pastry, sift the flour into a bowl and add the diced butter. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the egg and water and mix to a crumbly dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth. Wrap and chill the pastry for 20 minutes.

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Share surplus seeds

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Bring your surplus or just come along and share some of ours if you haven‛t any yourself – there is always more than enough for all

at H&W Methodist Church Hall Hear how ABUNDANCE help people with their fruit picking in York each autumn

Saturday, 5 March 2011 hwtransition@googlemail.com Haxby Methodist Church or or call Tim& Wigginton on 01904 760659 visit ALL ARE WELCOME www.haxbyandwiggintonccc.org.uk 10.45 - 11.45 am Lounge (entry at side)

Talk by David Broughton of Abundance, Who are

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Can you spare a few hours a month?

Volunteers are urgently needed for The Home Library Service in the Haxby & Wigginton area We select and deliver library books to people who are unable to visit the library themselves We particularly need drivers but non-drivers are also welcome

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Simply send a postcard or email telling us which pages the Love Birds are on and in which adverts to: February Competition, The Handymag, 10 The Rise, Leavening, Malton, YO17 9TA or email to competition@thehandymag. co.uk, telling us your: name, address and a contact number.

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HEALTHY PET CLUB Cutting the cost of veterinary care

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Oliver Twist

Happy New Year to everyone who supports Cats Protection!

One of the cats in our care is certainly looking forward to a fresh start and happier times.

Little Oliver Twist was brought in just before Christmas in a very sorry state. This young cat had been found living on the streets and was a very skinny and bedraggled fella. After wolfing down a bowl a food he couldn’t help but ask for more. Oliver was suffering from an infestation of

fleas and was also covered in lice eggs, but his most serious problem was his tail. Dragging it behind him like a soggy rope Oliver’s tail was badly injured. The poor cat had no movement in his tail whatsoever so it was covered in all manner of nastiness and obviously causing him a lot of discomfort. On Christmas Eve Oliver was taken up to the vets and the only thing that could be done to help him was to amputate his tail. The vet suspected that such an injury had been caused by some idiot grabbing Oliver’s tail and swinging him around by it.

A few weeks on and Oliver Twist is looking like a brand new cat. He’s slowly putting on some weight and is free from fleas and other parasites. He has had the stitches from his tail stump removed and is full of beans.

Despite his horrible ordeal Oliver loves being around people and always gives a cheery miaow when someone walks past his

pen. It would be great to see this chirpy little cat settled into a new home in the near future so if you think you would like to help him please give us a call.

York Cats Protection Adoption Centre at 582 Huntington Road is open every day between 11am & 3pm. If you would like to adopt any of our cats please contact us on 01904 760356 or email york@ cats.org.uk. All our cats have been vet checked, microchipped, started on a course of vaccinations, been neutered (if old enough), have been treated for fleas and worms and also come with 4 weeks free pet insurance.

Visit www.york.cats.org.uk to see the other cats in our care. York Adoption Centre, Cats Protection, 582 Huntington Road, Huntington, YORK YO32 9QA W: www.cats.org. uk. Visit our pages at facebook or twitter. www.thehandymag.co.uk • 01653 658776 • 47

Colic

No word strikes more fear in the hearts and minds of horse owners than “colic”; it can affect any horse, at any time, for a multitude of reason. Sadly, colic is still one of the biggest causes of death in horses worldwide but fortunately the vast majority of colic episodes will respond to medical treatment at home.

Signs of Colic Knowing and recognising signs of colic is very important for all horse owners as it will allow you to notice even subtle changes in your horse’s behaviour and allow us to attend to your horse as soon as possible. It must be remembered that no two colic episodes are alike and there is much variation in type, nature and severity of colic signs which include: • Pawing at the ground • Flank watching • Kicking or biting at the belly • Repeated lying down • Rolling • Holding head in unusual position • Repeated curling back of upper lip • Sweating • Stretching out as if to urinate • Dog sitting • Lying on back • Depression • No appetite

Types of Colic There are many different reasons for colic and often we are never really quite sure why a horse has shown colic signs. The vast majority of these are due to some sort of gastrointestinal problem.

What to do if your horse has colic • Call your vet immediately

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• Place your horse in a small yard

or a well bedded stable to allow for easy and close observation • Remove all food from the stable until the vet arrives • If your horse is rolling violently, try gently walking them or keeping them standing. Violently rolling horses often hurt themselves so trying to prevent self trauma is helpful but don’t put yourself in danger

Colic Myth: Stopping your horse from rolling will stop the bowel from twisting.

This is highly unlikely - happy healthy horses roll in the field and their bowel doesn’t twist.

Walking your horse can however help distract from the pain and more importantly prevent them from self-traumatising. You must remember however not to walk your horse to exhaustion and to stop for a few minutes every so often to monitor for colic behaviour in your horse

What to tell the vet Your vet on arrival will probably ask you some of the following questions whilst he or she is observing your horse: • Any previous episodes of colic?

And how did they resolve?

• How old is your horse?

• How long has your horse been colicky for?

• What colic signs has your horse been showing?

• Has your horse passed any

faeces?

• When did your horse last eat or drink?

• Any changes in diet or management lately?

• Is your mare pregnant?

• If your mare has recently foaled, how long ago did she foal?

• What is your horse’s worming history?

Treatment After assessing all the different factors involved in your horse’s colic, your vet will decide on the appropriate course of treatment.

This may include administration of fluids/electrolytes down a tube through the nose to the stomach, plus or minus some form of a laxative if an impaction is suspected. Pain relief is one of the corner stones of colic therapy and your vet will decided what drug and how much is appropriate. Once pain relieving drugs are given, we want to see a good response and the disappearance of all colic signs.

If colic signs recur, it is vital that you contact your veterinarian as a horse that is still painful despite pain relieving drugs may need to be referred to a hospital for further investigation and possible surgery.

Colic Surgery One of the key decisions for the

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FEBRUARY 2012 • ISSUE 87 vet is whether your horse will require surgery. The vast majority of colics do not require surgery and respond well to treatment at home but if your vet does feel that your horse needs surgery, or at least requires further investigation at a referral hospital, time is of the essence. The decision to take your horse to surgery can often be very difficult and unfortunately, due to the nature of colic, a rapid decision is required. Many factors are involved in making this decision such as severity of the problem, likelihood of a success, and of course, the expense, but your vet is well trained and will be able to help you make the right decision for the horse.

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A ‘Huge’ night out and all in a good cause!

Home-Start York helps parents with preschool children who are experiencing difficulties.

We recruit, train and support parent volunteers to visit families in their own homes offering practical and emotional assistance for 2-3 hours each week.

We are recruiting volunteers for our nine week training course commencing in February.

If you are interested in finding out more please contact Hilary, Gill or Maria on 01904 674 764 homestartyork@ukgateway.net www.homestartyork.org.uk

The Lord Mayor’s Charity Ball in aid of Special Olympics, City of York and SSAFA will be held on Saturday 9th February at York Racecourse, featuring York party band, ‘Huge’, and a full evening of fun entertainment.

Tickets are £50. Tables will seat up to ten people.

For tickets please contact Anne Platt, Civic Services Co-ordinator civicenquiries@york. gov.uk or 01904 551011.

Lord Mayor, Cllr Keith Hyman and Lady Mayoress, Mrs Karen Hyman

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Local Events JORVIK VIKING FESTIVAL

16 - 24 February Take part in the biggest Viking festival in Europe, with a full programme of combat, academic, archaeological and historical events celebrating the fearsome Vikings that once ruled this great land. For more details visit the website on www.jorvikviking-centre.co.uk

YORK FESTIVAL OF FAIRTRADE 25 February to 10 March.

Over a hundred events including sales, tastings and events at churches, schools, community groups and at the city’s universities. Visit the York Fair Trade Market on Parliament Street, held in partnership with City of York Council, which will take place on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 March.

MYASTHENIA GRAVIS CHARITY 28 February In the Foyer at York Hospital.

9am to 4pm, in support of Rare Diseases Week which runs from 22nd to 28th February. Call Ron on 01904 679939 or 07715 943406 We will be at the above with information, hand made bargains, books and novelties.

All profits to MG fund for equipment for York Hospital, neurological & respiratory ward.

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HAXBY & WIGGINTON U3A

19 February ‘Not Just A Park’ - a talk by Mrs C Dowell Venue: Wiggington Recreation Hall Time: 2pm Admission £2.00 including tea & biscuits. Guests admission £3.00

15 March ‘Crime & Punishment’ - a talk by Mr Malcolm Smith Venue: Wiggington Recreation Hall Time: 2pm Admission £2.00 including tea & biscuits. Guests admission £3.00

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HAXBY MEMORIAL HALL 9 February Table top sale. Set up from 8am For a table ring Brenda on 764404 (£7 inside & £6 outside) Doors open to the public at 9am.

Tea & coffee on sale along with bacon butties & home made cakes

SHERIFF HUTTON JUMBLIES 23rd February Jumble Sale for Sheriff Hutton PTFA 2pm to 4pm

10 March Second Hand Book Sale 11am to 3pm - for Chanticleer Singers

YORK RSPCA ANIMAL HOME HELPING YORKSHIRE’S HEDGEHOGS - Workshop –

14 February

17 February

Looking Forward to Spring by John Foxton Competition: A Floral Valentine Arrangement

1.30 – 4pm Illustrated talk and workshop, will be held by Toni Bunnell at the Black Swan Inn, 23 Peasholme Green, York, YO1 7PR 01904 679 131. Cost: £10 All proceeds to go to York Hedgehog Rescue Centre. To secure a place on the course, please send a cheque for £10 (payable to ‘T. Bunnell’) to 5 Beech Avenue, Holgate, York, YO24 4JJ For more information please email Toni Bunnell: T.Bunnell@ hull.ac.uk Facebook: Help York’s Hedgehogs

NEW EARSWICK MUSICAL SOCIETY AUDITIONS Guys & Dolls Principle Open Audition 7 February Rehearsals and Auditions for Guys and Dolls, why not join one of York’s most friendly Dramatic Association. We welcome friends new and old. Reheasals & auditions take part at the New Earswick Folk Hall at 7.30pm. For more information contact Mavis on 01904 769371 or Devon on 07931772836 or visit website at www.newearswickmusicalsociety.co.uk

BLOOD DONOR SESSIONS 22nd February Wigginton Recreation Centre 2 - 4pm and 5 - 7pm

27th February New Earswick Folk Hall 2 - 4pm and 5 - 7pm

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FEBRUARY 2012 • ISSUE 87 NATIONAL RAILWAY MUSEUM 16 - 24 February Big Fun with Little Trains Get hands on in our play areas and workshops and enjoy rides of all shapes and sizes. You can see a wide range of family friendly model layouts and take part in a Chuggington© challenge to stack your track as high as you can.

23 – 24 February Robots Live Celebrate National Science and Engineering week with a weekend of action-packed science events.

Enjoy amazing demonstrations from a ropeclimbing robot and another that can drive a buggy.

Watch high-energy 45 minute battles featuring the mechanical heroes from the popular TV programme, Robot Wars, and take part in themed craft activities.

YORKSHIRE MUSEUM OF FARMING 23 February 1:30 - 3:30 pm. £4.50 inc. Afternoon Tea ‘In the Forefront of the Battle…’

Talk about the contribution of the WLA to Wartime Farming’, Dr Nicola Verdon, Sheffield Hallam University. Dorothy Taylor, of the WLA will share her memories and experiences.

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Calling all Guys and Dolls New York is coming to York in 2013, as New Earswick Musical Society will be performing the wonderful Guys and Dolls at the Joseph Rowntree Theatre from April 24th-27th.

Set in 1930’s New York at a time when gangsters ruled the underworld, prohibition was the law, and sinners and god fearing citizens lived and worked together in the mean streets. Come and meet the cool characters of the city, Sky Masterton, Nathan Detroit and Nicely Nicely, not forgetting the glamorous Miss Adelaide and straight-laced missionary Sargeant Sarah Brown. Add in some memorable songs such as, “Luck be a Lady”, the chirpy “A Bushel and a Peck”, the romantic” I have never loved before” and of course the great rollicking chorus number “Sit down you’re rocking the boat”.

Principle Open Audition 7th February.

All reheasals & auditions at the New Earswick Folk Hall at 7.30pm. Why not join one of York’s most friendly Dramatic Association. We welcome friends new and old.

For more information contact Mavis on 01904 769371 or Devon on 07931772836. Check out our website or follow us on facebook, www.newearswickmusicalsociety.co.uk / neweasrwickmusicalsociety@hotmail.com

For booking info and details: 01904 489966, wlafarmingmuseum@gmail.com

ST NICHOLAS FIELDS 2 February SLIM YOUR BIN - composting workshop. 10am-12 at York Environment Centre Why not make a new year’s resolution to slim your wheelie bin? Come along to find out how you can do this by composting your kitchen and/or garden waste. The course will cover composting basics and also how to compost cooked food waste.

Entry: free. Please book ahead by contacting Catherine on 01904 412861 or email rotters@ stnicksfields.org.uk

2 February ECO-ACTIVE DAY

10am-2pm, meet at York Environment Centre.

Help with a task in the nature reserve. You will get a warm feeling and free lunch in return. Eco-Active Day is a great opportunity to be doing something useful outdoors, get lots of fresh air, maybe learn a new skill, get fit, meet like-minded people and drink cups of tea! www.thehandymag.co.uk • 01653 658776 • 51

...on dialects As goes tradition, I spent the New Year with our family friends in Milton Keynes, along with some other friends from London. Our more northern accents were therefore quite noticeable and, over dinner, we got into a heated discussion over whether you should ‘pass’ instead of ‘parse’ the salt, and whether we walk on ‘grass’ or ‘grarse’. Now we all know it’s really just small regional differences, but we do seem to feel oddly defensive about which pronunciation was really ‘correct’.

And the differences didn’t end in minor pronunciation, but in words and the meaning of words. In this strange maze of roundabouts, common to our southern folk was, ‘skeen’ meaning cool, and ‘fresh’ is when something or someone is attempting to be cool, but failing... I think. And clothes are ‘garms’ and a drunk person is ‘leathered’ – all completely alien to me, to the complete astonishment of our friends.

However, and likewise, trying to describe to them what we mean by being ‘paggered’, what on earth ‘eyyup’ was as a greeting and that ‘braying’ was not actually being a donkey but meaning beating someone up came with equal eyebrows raised. To reassure those that may now be feeling dialectally challenged, a good percentage of those present, old and young alike, weren’t sure of many of the words, regardless of origin.

The concept of dialect tends to be attached to an older generation, and for that seen as on the wane. But as experienced over our New Year’s meal, newer dialect continues to be invented and used by younger people. So despite this age of mass communication, over the internet, texting, television, online video and so much more that might merge and homogenise our language, it seems we will be hanging on to our regional dialect for years to come.

Maybe it’s a means of identification with ourselves and our region. Maybe we all, if secretly, prefer to be a bit rebellious and disregard ‘received pronunciations’. Maybe it’s a matter of the infamous Yorkshire pride that we don’t want to adopt the words of southern folk’!

Regardless, I think dialects are a good thing, and it’s wonderful that they are still in effect. It keeps the language varied and interesting; and it gives us a sense of regional identity with the more traditional words providing unique insight into the history of local people. Speaking dialect ultimately represents freedom and individuality, and should be cherished and enjoyed.

Tarra! -Ella

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LAWN BOWLS at WIGGINTON BOWLING CLUB

Come and play lawn bowls, a sport for all ages Looking for a pleasurable outdoor pursuit at a friendly local club? Then come down to Wigginton Bowling Club.

We welcome beginners and seasoned bowlers alike and we can lend newcomers a set of woods to see if they like the game.

Adult membership age 26+ is £56 flat fee, £28 ages 18 to 25 and free to juniors under 18 and you can play as often as you like.

The 2013 season is open from Saturday 13th April to Saturday 14th September for social bowling and league matches.

Why not take the opportunity of a month’s free trial membership, without obligation, or come along to our “Come and Try” day on Sunday 21st April from 2pm to 5pm and give it a go.

For further details, or to arrange a visit, contact: Colin Ellis (Secretary) on 01904 760877 or Email: colin.ellis23@talktalk.net Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 5th February

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Oaken Grove Surfers (Haxby and Wigginton Youth and Community Association)

Last December there was an article in the Handy Mag about Haxby and Wigginton Youth and Community Association being awarded the Duke of York’s Initiative for ‘its excellent work in its own community.’

Oaken Grove Surfers is part of Haxby and Wigginton Youth and Community Association, which operates in the Oaken Grove Community Centre. It has been offering one to one instruction in computer and internet skills for four years now. It is staffed by two volunteer organisers and a number of volunteer ‘mentors’ who help the learners through the online courses. These are provided by UK Online and help beginners become confident and competent in emailing, attaching photographs, etc. to emails, shopping online and of course, staying safe online. Other computer skills are on offer and we charge £2 per 30 minute one to one session, for however many weeks it takes for the learners to become confident.

possible if you wish, to transfer to regular sessions.

If you are a potential learner or mentor please come along to the Community Centre (off Oaken Grove, Haxby) either on Monday morning between 10 am and 12 noon or Thursday afternoon between 2pm and 4pm in school term time to see what we do. We will be glad to welcome you.

Oaken Grove Community Centre’s telephone number is 01904 769176.

Although Oaken Grove Surfers has helped many people locally (not just in Haxby and Wigginton, but beyond) to become computer savvy, we are sure there are still people in the area who would benefit from our courses. We don’t ‘teach’ in the accepted sense, each learner sits in front of a laptop connected to the internet, with a mentor alongside, to guide them through the courses. At the end, the learner can print off a certificate showing he or she has completed the ‘Online Basics’ course.

Just now, we are short of some relief mentors. If you have reasonable computer skills and would like to share them, we would be glad to hear from you.

After you have done some relief sessions, it may be

Tale and aTune Need entertainment for your get together?

Over 60s a speciality

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LOCAL GROUPS 2ND SUNDAY RAMBLING CLUB Our walks are usually 10 - 12 miles long and within about an hours journey from York.

We have a coach which picks up in Wigginton, Haxby, New Earswick and Clarence Street from 8.30am, with an introductory fare of £5 for your first walk. We look forward to seeing you next month - on the second Sunday, of course! For more information please ring either Helen on York 782891 or Hazel on York 760897.

AGE UK YORK Age Concern York provides a wide range of personal and practical support to older people in the York area. www. ageukyork.org.uk The office is open Monday - Friday 9.30am - 4.00pm. For more information contact: Information Officer, Age Concern York tel: 01904 627995 ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE SOCIETY Information and support for all people with dementia and their carers. www.alzheimers.org.uk/ york Monday - Friday 9.30 - 3.30 The Retreat, Heslington Road, Heslington, York YO10 5BN For more information contact: Branch Manager, Alzheimer’s Society, York Branch, Ground Floor Suite, Holgate Villa, 22 Holgate Road, York YO24 4AB tel: 01904 658106 or 01904 799773 email: AL.york@tesco. net BREATHE EASY YORK The group meets every first Wednesday of the month 1pm3pm at Huntington Working Mens Club. This is open for sufferers, helpers and carers.

Support, speakers and trips out.

For more information call Sue, 01904 410 003 or go to: www. breatheeasyyork.co.uk BRITISH RED CROSS Car and minibus drivers required in all areas. The British Red Cross Transport Service is looking for volunteer drivers who can help in their local community to make a difference to those in need. As a transport service volunteer, you will have the rewarding experience of helping people who cannot get about easily.

Training and support given and mileage allowance of 40p per mile paid. If you would like to find out more about becoming a volunteer please ring Linda on 01904 692550 or Helen on

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01904 693027 CANCER CARE CENTRE at York Hospital offers support and information for Cancer Patients, their Families and Carers. Information available includes access to Local Support Groups, Travel Insurance and Forthcoming Events. We offer specialised services on a referral basis such as Psycho-Oncology, Complementary Therapy and Benefits Advice. To find out more come in and see us, the Centre is open Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm or telephone 01904 721166.

CITIZEN ADVICE BUREAU Free and confidential advice.

Mon & Tues - 9.30-3.30pm. Wed 4.30pm-7pm. Thurs 9.30am3.30pm. Closed on fridays. 0844 826 9705 www.yorkcab.org.uk CITY OF YORK PIPE BAND We consist of bagpipers, base drum, tenor drums and side drummers. We practice weekly at the Huntington Memorial Hall, on Wednesday nights,. We offer tuition, free for under 18’s and a small yearly fee for adults.

We have all the equipment anyone will need to start... so come and join us!! Ring Laura, Pipe Major, on 01904 763243 or John on 01423 879519.

craft project. All ages and levels welcome. New Earwick Folk Hall 10-12pm Every Saturday in term time. £2 per session. For more details call 01904 762255.

EWENIQUE MACHINE KNITTING CLUB Meet at the Folk Hall New Earswick on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 2pm until 4pm. (No meeting July/ August).We are a friendly group who meet to exchange ideas and techniques. Most meetings we have a demonstration of knitting. For more information call Pat on 01904 763964.

FOSTON & THORNTON LE CLAY VILLAGE HALL Recently refurbished and central heated hall available for hire for events,parties, meetings, etc . Well sprung wooden floor for exercise and dancing (currently used by the Minster Strays) with kitchen and cloakroom facilities ; £6 per hour. Contact Fiona Hill 01904 468773 for details.

FRIENDS OF ST NICHOLAS FIELDS

York Environment Centre, Rawdon Avenue, York, YO10 3ST. The nature reserve is open all the time and has a children’s playground, mini stonehenge, butterfly walk and wooded area.

CITY OF YORK AND DISTRICT Mon - Fri 9.00am - 5pm and FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY. Sat 10.00am - 2pm. Please pop down during opening hours to We hold monthly meetings find out more. Be a volunteer or on the 1st Wednesday of a member of St Nicholas - call the month at The Folk Hall, 01904 411821 New Earswick 7pm for 7 30. excluding January. We also FRIENDS OF YORK have a well equipped Study HOSPITALS Centre in York where we can help both inexperienced and the more experienced with their problems and brickwalls.

We welcome newcomers to the hobby and are willing to give advice to set them on the way.

Please see our web site at www. yorkfamilyhistory.org.uk or call Mike on 01904 767013 CLAXTON AND SAND HUTTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP We meet in the village hall on the first monday of each month 10.00am to 12.00pm. For more details and/or to learn to knit call Rachel on 07970956022.

There is no charge for meetings or tuition.

This group organises volunteers who provide patients with extra comfort and support. We also raise funds for medical and surgical equipment which cannot be provided through NHS finances. For more information call Friends Office tel: 01904 726762 email: friendsofyorkhospital@york. nhs.uk FRIENDS OF YORK THEATRE ROYAL

We are an enthusiastic, theatreloving group keen to support our local theatre and meet others who share a passion for the arts. Joining us is a good way to make new friends, to take part in events at the CRAFT AND CHAT GROUP Theatre Royal, to visit theatres in other places such as Newcastle, Come along and try your hand at any craft from knitting to card Scarborough and Leeds, and making. Lots of help and advice other places of interest such as historical buildings in York and on offer. Just bring along any

elsewhere. We hold monthly lunches in the theatre foyer, and help with selling programmes.

If you would like to join, please write to our Membership Secretary,c/o York Theatre Royal, St Leonards Place, York YO1 7HD or visit our website at friends@ yorktheatreroyal.co.uk HALVES Are you a person who has lost their other half? If so, would you like to join us for a friendly chat over refreshments? We meet at 12 noon on the first Saturday of each month in the coffee area of Trinity Methodist Church, Monkgate, York For more information telephone Margaret on 01904 415894 HAXBY & WIGGINTON FLOWER CLUB (Affiliated to NAFAS) A group for people who are interested in flower arranging, voluntary competitions, visiting speakers, self help activities and opportunities for wider involvement. All visitors are welcome. Further details from 01904 765676 HAXBY & WIGGINTON GARDENING CLUB We meet monthly on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 2.30pm at .St Mary’s Church Hall, Haxby. We have regular speakers, visits and events and welcome new members to this friendly and informal group. For more information please phone Ginny Mason, Secretary 01904 768516 HAXBY & WIGGINTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP Tuesdays from 7-9 pm at Wigginton Church Hall. Do you enjoy knitting or crochet?

Would you like to meet new people, have a chat and share your hobby? Then come along to Knit and Natter. All ages and abilities are welcome, just bring your latest project with you. There is a charge of £2 per person to cover the cost of room hire and refreshments will be available. Any queries please contact Clare on 079800 26690 HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB We are a club for retired people over 55 years old.

Meetings are held on the first Tuesday each month in the Haxby & Wigginton Methodist Church Hall at 10am for 10.30am. We have speakers on many varied subjects. New members welcome. For further

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The University of the Third Age (U3A) is a voluntary body of retired but active people who like to follow their interests and take up new ones. Courses are run free of charge by members themselves, no qualifications are required only enthusiasm and a wish to join with others in the pursuit of new activities. Monthly meetings with a speaker on the 3rd Friday of the month at 2pm at Wigginton Recreation Hall.

Current groups include Art, Bird Watching, History, Mah Yong, Philosophy, IT, Languages, Literature, Scrabble, Table Tennis, Walking etc. Theatre visits, luncheons and excursions are also arranged. For further information call John Dowell (01904 769618).

Do you like to sing? Basses, Tenors, Altos and Sopranos it’s great fun, come along to the Haxby Singers. Auditions are not required to join our friendly mixed choir group. We meet 7.30pm, once a week In St Mary’s Church Hall. For further information, telephone Lynn on 01904 769838 or Margaret on 01904 761618

HAXBY & WIGGINTON LOCAL HISTORY GROUP We are a lively, friendly and informal group who meet to promote local history. We have speakers, research groups and occasional visits to interesting locations. Why not make a trial visit with a view to becoming a member? We meet every third Thursday of the month in St Mary’s Church Hall, Haxby. at 10.00am (refreshments available). Ring Ian Mason 768516 HAXBY AND WIGGINTON YORK IN TRANSITION We are a voluntary group of people who live in the area, who want to make a local impact on the York in Transition Agenda: to persuade everyone to make small steps towards reducing our reliance on ways of living which are unsustainable and will cause serious dilemmas for our children and grandchildren.

We want to start by becoming more cooperative about what we grow and produce locally... contact to join the ‘germinators’ or express any interests: 01904 760659 HAXBY MEMORIAL HALL Situated in the heart of Haxby.

Two meeting rooms and a large hall available for all non and licenced functions, meetings, leisure, fundraising and hobby groups.Please view website www.haxbymemorialhall.org or contact the caretaker on 01904 764358 for further information.

Registered with the Charity

679939 or 07715 943406 or e-mail ron.middlemass@ o2.co.uk NEW EARSWICK BRIDGE CLUB. Meets every Monday evening at 7pm in the Folk Hall. New members always welcome, more information; Tel:01904760639 NEW EARSWICK CAMERA CLUB

We meet mid September to the end of April each Thursday evening at 7:30pm at the Quaker Meeting House which Hearing dogs provide is located to the rear of the Folk deaf people with greater Hall car park, New Earswick. independence, confidence and NECC was founded in 1949 companionship, which helps and now, in its 62nd year, relieve the stress, isolation and embraces all aspects of digital loneliness that deafness can photography. Come along bring. To find out how you can and try our varied programme get involved please contact before you join. You will love us on 01844 348100, at info@ our friendly hospitality. See hearingdogs.org.uk or see www. our new Syllabus at www. hearingdogs.org.uk communigate.co.uk/york/ newearswickcameraclub HUNTINGTON BRIDGE CLUB NEW EARSWICK SWIMMING Held every Saturday at CLUB Huntington Community HEARING DOGS FOR DEAF PEOPLE

Centre, 26 Strensall Road.

7 till 10,. All new players welcome! Just come along. For more information please call Marianne on 01904 761892.

HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HALL

46 Strensall Road, Huntington.

Two rooms available for hire.

Other groups who use the hall are Huntington Pre-School, the Guiding Association, Karate, Ebor Rag Ruggers, Diet and Fitness Groups, dance groups and Military Whist groups.

Further information and bookings is via the Caretaker on 01904 760044.

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY (YORK BRANCH) Access to information, advice and support, and to offer opportunities and choice to anyone affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS). For more information please call our helpline 01904 758577. www2. mssociety.org.uk/York MYASTHENIA GRAVIS LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP Charity No 1046443. We can help you to access information, support and you can talk to fellow sufferers. You are not alone if you need any help pr advice just get in touch. Newly diagnosed? Not a member? Call Ron Middlemass Chairman for more information on 01904

We offer low cost learn to swim (from 4yrs old), competitive swim training, masters sessions, opportunities to compete in local leagues, recreational swimming*.New Earswick Pool* and 2 other venues in the city. Best Value learn to swim scheme in the area.

Fees from £1.75 per lesson.

Competitive swim training from £4.50 per week. (3 sessions) Low cost annual membership for Recreational swimming from £1.10 per week (for up to 8hrs per week).Vacancies now available in all sections. For more information see www. newearswicksc.co.uk. Learn to swim enquires.Tel 01904 768163. Coaching enquiries.

Tel 01904 765397. Email memberships@newearswicksc. co.uk NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY GROUP Contact detail Bryan Blundell 01904 764648. New Earswick Sports and Social club 3rd Monday of the month. at 7.30 for 7.45. Details of all meetings available at http://www. yorkareagroup.co.uk/ OAKEN GROVE YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE ideal venue for children’s parties. We have various room sizes for hire, a good kitchen/ cafe area, conservatory, garden and a safe children’s play area.

Come and see what we have to offer. If you are interested or you would like more information, please call in at the Centre in Reid Park, Haxby, or contact Paul Lawrence, Centre Manager, Tel. 01904 769176 Registered Charity Number 1105675.

OAKEN GROVE SURFERS Oaken Grove Surfers meet at Oaken Grove Community Centre, Reid Park (off Oaken Grove) Haxby on Monday mornings and Thursday afternoons. We help adult beginners get to grips with computers and the internet. We are a friendly group providing one to one support to learn how to email, shop and stay safe online (we are a UK Online Centre) Telephone the centre on 01904 769176 for more information.

OLDER CITIZENS ADVOCACY YORK – OCAY OCAY is an independent, registered charity offering a free advocacy service for all citizens of York aged 50 and over. If you think that we may be able to help you, or someone you know, then please get in touch by phone (01904 676200), e-mail (ocay@btconnect.com), or by calling in to our office in Townend Street, Monday -Thursday 10am -4pm or Friday 10am - 2pm.

PARKINSONS UK This local group meets usually on the first Monday of the month at Huntington Community Centre, 26 Strensall Road, Huntington, York YO32 9RG at 7pm. New members, together with families and friends are welcome to join us.

At most meetings we have a guest speaker and towards the end of the gathering we have refreshments. Contact numbers for further information are Jayne Rigall, Information and Support Officer at national level on freephone 0844 225 36 32 or Kate Pearson 01904 758355.

REFLECT Reflect is a counselling service based in York that is specifically for women and men facing an unplanned or crisis pregnancy.

We are one of around 150 centres across the UK www. careconfidential.com and can offer trained advisers to help. The York centre has 13 volunteers and opening times Thursdays 7.30-9.30pm and Fridays between 3-5pm

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LOCAL GROUPS for drops in at the Gateway centre, Acomb, but many other appointments are available, just call to arrange. More information from 01904 676710 or visit www.reflectyork.co.uk.

SHOPMOBILITY IN YORK

Anyone with a mobility problem, whether it is temporary or permanent can hire a powered scooter or an electric or manual wheelchair (you must be able to safely RIVER FOSS SOCIETY control the vehicle). Low The Society is dedicated to the daily hire charge. Located on conservation and improvement the second floor of Piccadilly of the River Foss, from its source Multistorey Car Park in the city until it joins the Ouse in York, for centre. For further information the benefit of its wildlife and the and booking call on 01904 enjoyment of local residents.

679222 The quarterly newsletter for members includes details of SINGLE PARENTS NATTER the programme of walks, talks AND PLAY and other activities. Further New Earswick Children’s Centre. information can be obtained Every last Friday of the month. from the Society’s website at 1.30 - 3pm. Friendly group of www.riverfosssociety.co.uk or single mums and dads of under from the Membership Secretary 5s. Call 01904 552646 for more on 01904 768071. information.

RNLI GALTRES FOREST BRANCH A small group of people who are mad enough to enjoy raising money for the Lifeboats.

If you are interested in helping us or just want to know more about the work we do please contact Sue Lowe on 01904 491133 or colin.lowe@virgin.net ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS YORK LOCAL GROUP The group arranges regular meetings, field trips and local short walks for people who enjoy looking at and learning more about birds and their environment. It is not necessary to be a member of the national organisation. Our indoor meetings are held in Temple Hall at York St John University, Lord Mayor’s Walk. For more information visit our website www.yorkrspb.org.uk or ring 01904 794865.

SAMARITANS OF YORK & DISTRICT Confidential emotional support to anyone in distress or despair or at risk and self harm or suicide. www.samaritans.org. uk tel 08457 90 90 90. We are always available for phone calls and visitors 8.00am - 10.00pm.

89 Nunnery Lane, York YO23 1AH tel: 01904 655888 SAND HUTTON AND CLAXTON VILLAGE HALL The ideal venue to hire for parties, meetings, celebrations etc. Large bright hall, Meeting Room, Excellent kitchen facilities and cloakrooms. For more details please phone 0770 4353186 for competitive rates of hire.

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STAMFORD BRIDGE SINGERS We are a friendly, community choir of approx: 40 voices aged 13 to 70 which rehearses weekly throughout term time in Stamford Bridge School. We are available for Concerts, Church Services and Weddings. To hire us or to join the choir please email: info@ stamfordbridgesingers.co.uk Further details on our website: www.stamfordbridgesingers. btck.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you.

STRENSALL LOCAL HISTORY GROUP

more information call Joyce on 01904 762605.

Aims to promote and study the history of the parish of Strensall and to disseminate historical information through meetings, publications lectures and events. We are a friendly group who in order to explore, study and record this exciting history have regular monthly meetings which provide opportunities to hear a variety of speakers or to participate in workshops. Meetings are held in Strensall Village Hall on the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm.

WIGGINTON & HAXBY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

STRENSALL READING GROUP We are a friendly group who meet on the last Wednesday of the month from 2.30 – 3.30 pm in Strensall Library. The Library provides us with a book which we read over the month and then get together to discuss it over tea and biscuits. We are looking for new members and if you enjoy books and reading do please come along. It is free! If you would like any more information then please ring Sarah at the Library on 490876 or Pam on 764518.

STRENSALL WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

All welcome. Huntington ladies most welcome. For more STOCKTON-ON-THE-FOREST information, please call 01904 VILLAGE HALL 490758.

Available to hire on a regular THE SHEPHERD GROUP or one-off basis. We have four BRASS BAND different sized rooms suitable for various purposes including meetings, parties, exhibitions, dancing, wedding receptions and there is also a stage with full lighting available. There is also a fully equipped kitchen.

Packages for children’s parties up to the age of 12 are available (no teenage or 21st parties).

For further information please telephone 400409.

STRENSALL BRIDGE CLUB Strensall Village Hall, Thursday at 7:00pm For non-serious bridge, contact John on 01904 769618

Rehearsal facilities for us at the Portakabin Site in Huntington.

The Beginners Band rehearses Monday evenings 6.30-8.00pm.

Contact Audrey Brown, tel 01904 425256. The Concert Band rehearses Wednesday evenings 7.30-9.30pm. Contact David Gregg on 07710 106906.

The Senior Band rehearses on Tuesday and Friday evenings 8.00-10.00pm. Contact Charles Wilson on 07802 190250. www. shepherdbrassband.org WIGBY WALKERS

Do you enjoy the great outdoors? Why not join us on STRENSALL DINING GROUP our weekly Wednesday walks?

We set off from Wigginton Who says you’re old and past it Recreation Hall car park at 10 when you are 50 or over? Our am for a short drive and a 5-7 dining group of friends are full mile walk, stopping at a tea of fun and life. So do not sit or eat alone, come and join us. We shop on the way home. We also meet every 3-4 weeks at various have 6-8 mile walks on the 4th Saturday of each month. You venues in and around the York area. If you enjoy good food and just need suitable clothing and good company then ring 01904 footwear, a packed lunch and to live in Haxby or Wigginton. For 490987 for more details.

Registered Charity No. 1023129.

We meet every second Thursday in the month at St. Mary’s Church Hall at 7.30 p.m. New and old members, and visitors, always welcome. For more information contact Mrs Graves on 01904 750570. Please see the events pages for details of our next meeting.

WIGGINTON AND HAXBY OVER SIXTIES We meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 2.00pm at Wigginton Recreation Hall.

We have speakers, trips out, activity groups. Old and new members, also visitors are always welcome. For more information please contact Mrs Lilian Gomersall (Secretary) on 01904 769993 YORK AMATEUR RADIO CLUB The club meets every Thursday at 8pm at the Bishopthorpe Social Club in Bishopthorpe.

We are always interested in meeting others interested in Amateur Radio and run courses for new members to obtain a license and call sign of their own. Interested future members just need to turn up on Thursdays.

YORK BONSAI SOCIETY Meet monthly at Wigginton Hall on the third Monday of every month at 7.30pm.

Friendly & informal group with refreshments. Occasional speakers, library & bonsai suppliers available. Come along or speak to the secretary: Andy Mudd 01757 268145.

YORK CAVING CLUB Friendly group offering regular caving trips to the Yorkshire Dales and Derbyshire, with occasional trips to Wales, Summerset and Ireland. Open to new members with some caving experience or can offer advice to those with none.

Bi-weekly pub meets in York.

Info can be found on www. yorkcavingclub.org.uk or email: info@yorkcavingclub.org.uk or phone 07747 063181.

YORK CONCERT BAND We play a wide variety of music including film, show, classical and pop. We perform about 8 concerts a year in and around York and occasionally abroad. The band operates an

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Are you interested in Dolls Houses and miniatures or have just bought a dolls house and don’t know where to start?

YMA is a group of miniature enthusiasts who meet on the first Saturday of the month at the Friends Meeting House in the centre of York. We have YORK CORONARY SUPPORT speakers, project meetings, GROUP TRUST demonstrations and also have The group was founded in 1988 a stand at the Dolls House Fair at York Race Course in June and to provide help and support November. We welcome new to cardiac patients and their members to the hobby as well as families following their release more experienced miniaturists. from hospital. the group meets For more information please ring every month at the Folk Hall Ann Holmes on (01757) 288974 at New Earswick on the first Monday of each month (second or Elizabeth Jackson on (01904) if Bank Holiday occurs). Meetings 795361. start at 07:30 for a variety of talks YORK MODEL BOAT CLUB with a break for refreshments and a chance to talk to fellow We meet at Heworth Rugby patients. The group also organise Club on the 4th Tuesday of exercise classes and swimming the month starting at 8pm. It sessions. Contact Ernie Young is a great place to learn about 01904 760698 for further details. building techniques and various models. The club holds YORK LIBRARIES 4 regattas throughout the Interested in your family history? summer on Rowntree Park Lane, York. We also sail on the York Would you like to trace your University Lake when Parks Lane ancestors? City of York Libraries now offer free access to ancestry. is unavailable. For more details please call chairman Steve Agar com. Now available at Haxby on 01904 424155 or visit www.

Library. Call in or telephone yorkmodelboatclub.co.uk 01904 552660 for details YORK LIGHT ORCHESTRA

YORK PHILATELIC SOCIETY

The York Philatelic Society meets every second Tuesday in the month apart from August in the Denham Room in the Priory Street Centre, Priory Street, York at 7-15 p.m. During the meetings there is a bourse to enable members to buy, sell or exchange material. A packet circuit is also operated by the York Society. Annual subscriptions are £6-00 annually payable on the 1st January each year. (youth subscription , is13 - 18 years, is £3-00). Contact can be made to the Publicity Secretary, Captain P. Hyde, on 01904-490603 ( e-mail:p.hyde335@btinternet.com. ) or to Tony Ward, Secretary, on 01904-411378 (e-mail:- aew6@ YORK AND DISTRICT PAIN york.ac.uk ) or to Trevor Collins, MANAGEMENT SUPPORT President on 01904 764140, GROUP email:- trevorcollins834@ A voluntary group established to btinternet.com. Further details provide a community for people can be found on the York Society website on:- http://sites.google. and their supporters suffering com/site/yorkps/ with long term pain that are or have been participants in the YORK RHEUMATOID Pain Management Program or ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP attend the Pain Management (YORKRA) Clinic. Contact Gordon 01904 We play light music, popular classics, selections from musicals and themes from films and television. We are open to anyone of any age who plays an orchestral instrument and we don’t hold auditions, just come along. We rehearse on Thursday evenings 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Acomb Methodist Church, Front Street (September to July). We perform 6 to 8 concerts a year, in and around York for local charities and community groups.

If you would like to join or if you would like YLO to do a concert to raise money for your charity please see our website www.ylo. org.uk or call our secretary on (01904) 870759 for more details.

491141 or Jill 01904 708490 for more details. www.ypmsg.co.uk YORKSHIRE MINIATURISTS ASSOCIATION

A relaxed and friendly group, which provides support, information and resources for rheumatoid arthritis sufferers and their families and carers.

Meetings take place on the second Saturday of each month, 3pm - 5pm, at the Priory Street Centre, 15 Priory Street (off Micklegate), York YO1 6ET. Membership is currently free.

For more information please call 01904 642227 YORK RAMBLERS

12noon to 3pm. For further information please contact further information or bookings please contact 01904 768966 or manager@haxbyplaygroups. org.uk. www.haxbyplaygroups. org.uk THE WONDER YEARS

Wigginton - adjoining New members are always Wigginton Primary School, for welcome on the walks and children from Haxby, Wigginton can try out 2 or 3 walks before & surrounds: Boddlers – Baby/ deciding whether to join the Toddler group (Birth to 3yrs).

Ramblers.Walks vary in length Tues, Wed, Thurs 9.30- 11am from 5 miles to 12 miles and term time at Wigginton some use public transport to get Recreation Hall. Pre-School – to the start of the walks, so there 3-5 years - Mon-Fri term time. is something to suit everyone.

Morning session 9am – 12 noon, Details of all the walks can be Afternoon session 12.45pm found on www.yorkramblers.org. -3.15pm . Plus 1 hr Lunch Club uk or contact the secretary on can be added to am or pm 01904-628134 session. Early Years Funded places available. Extended YORK ROTTERS School – 3-11 years - Breakfast Club 7.40-9am & After School York Rotters are a group of Club 3-6pm including breakfast/ enthusiastic volunteers who snack. Supports children’s promote home composting. interests in sport, games & crafts.

If you have any questions Holiday Club – Care for 3-11 year about composting, whether olds, with fully engaging activity you want to know where to programme. Full day 8am – 6pm start, or want to know more Half Day 8am – 1pm or 1pm – about specialist methods then 6pm Tel : 01904 758717 contact York Rotters for advice.

As well as providing free home HUNTINGTON PRESCHOOL & composting advice York Rotters are available to carry out talks at TODDLERS meetings and to attend events.

York Rotters are always on the look out for new volunteers. No previous experience is required as full training will be provided.

York Rotters can be contacted on 01904 412861 or email rotters@ stnicksfields.org.uk YORVIK GATEWAY CLUB A social club for adults with disabilities and is held every Monday 7.00-9.00pm at the Oaken Grove Community Centre off Usher Lane in Haxby. The club offers a variety of activities and welcomes new members.

For more information, ring Club Leader Debbie, on 0791 9191372 or just come along.

PLAYGROUPS HAXBY PLAYGROUPS Haxby Playgroups@Scout HQ - Birth to school age children (parents stay) Tuesday to Thursday 9.30 - 11.30. Term time only. Playgroup - Haxby Playgroups@Headlands.

Headlands Primary School.

9am - 3pm daily term time only.

Sessions 9am - 12noon and 12noon - 3pm. Starting age 2. Rising Fives is now Haxby Playgroups@ RalphButterfield.

9am - 3pm daily term time only or Sessional 9am - 12noon and

Huntington Pre-school Babies and Toddler Group: Monday and Friday mornings 9.15 - 10.45 during term time. The Memorial Hall, Strensall Road, Huntington.

All welcome. £3 per session including refreshments for adults and children. Discounts available for half-termly registration or additional children. Feel free to call in, or contact Lynne Britton on 01904 765017 or email lynne.britton1@ btinternet.com HUNTINGTON PRE SCHOOL

The Memorial Hall, Strensall Road, Huntington. Babies and Toddler Group (birth to 3 years) Monday and Friday mornings 9.15 – 10.45 (term time only)Preschool (2.5 – 5 years) Monday to Friday mornings 9.00 – 12 noon (term time only). Rising 5’s sessions are held from January to July to help prepare children for the transition to school. Please feel free to call in during our opening times or for information contact Lynne Britton on 01904 765017 or email enquiries@ huntingtonpreschool.org.uk ORCHARD PARK PRESCHOOL Orchard Park Community centre, Off Brockfield park shops, Huntington. Open- Mon to Fri

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LOCAL GROUPS 9.15 to 12.15. Lunch Club 12.15 to 1.15 For children aged 2 to 5 to Learn and play.. Please call Sandra on Tel 07407 700315 or 01904 626361 for more info

During Play group opening times only.

STRENSALL PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP We offer a natural transition SHERIFF HUTTON from pre-school to school as PLAYGROUP we are situated next door to We offer places to children Robert Wilkinson School. We aged 2 years to school age in a have various sessions on offer in warm, stimulating and caring our newly refurbished setting – environment with outside Pram Club/Messy’s (‘pay as you playspace. OFSTED registered go’)– Fridays 1.15pm – 2.45pm. with qualified staff. Playgroup Rising 3’s – Mondays, Tuesdays runs Mon, Wed & Fri 9.30-2.30pm and Thursdays 1pm – 2.55pm. or half days from 9.30- 12.30pm. Pre-schoolers – Mondays, Contact Playgroup during Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays session times on 07717 799646. – 8.45am – 12.45pm and Wednesdays 10.45am – 2.45pm.

SHERIFF HUTTON BABIES For more information telephone AND TODDLERS GROUP Sarah on 01904 492937 or email Village Hall, Thu 9.45-11.45am sarahsmithpg@btconnect.com Play and other activities for all babies and toddlers with their TINY STEPS TODDLER GROUP parents and carers. Health visitor tel: 01904 442826 Friday drop-in first Thursday of the mornings 9.30am - 11.00am - £1 month. All welcome. Contact per session. The mums and Margaret on 01347 878314. tots session will be run by the Stepping Stones staff in Hurst SHIPTON PRE-SCHOOL & Hall, with lots of crafts and TODDLERS activities to keep the under The Community Centre, Shipton twos busy. (Please feel free to bring along an older sibling if

by Beningbrough, York. A your toddler has one). Children friendly Pre-school with places attending the toddler group will from 2 years old to School have priority on the Stepping age. Ofsted registered with Stones Pre-School waiting list. qualified staff. Sessions run on a Mon,Wed,Thur and Fri (term TREASURE CHEST time only) with an optional Haxby, Wigginton & Huntington. lunch club available and afternoon sessions run on a Wed Calling all Mums - Treasure Chest is here to help! A group and Thur until 3.15pm. Toddler of local mums dedicated to & baby group each Tuesday promoting, supporting and 9.30-12noon (term time only).

There is also a large garden area encouraging breastfeeding available for the children to play in the Haxby, Wigginton & in. Come along and meet us. For Huntington areas, have got more information please contact together to form Treasure Chest.

As well as being mums, we are the Pre-school team on 07546 fully trained Peer Supporters.

571089 We meet up every Monday between 12.30 and 1.30pm at SINNINGTON PRE SCHOOL Oaken Grove Community Centre, The Pre School is OFSTED Haxby. Run alongside the Haxby registered and inspected.

Postnatal Group, this is a drop Sessions are; Toddler groupin facililty and we also welcome Tuesday 10.00am - 11.30am. pregnant mums. More details are Pre -School - Monday available on our website: www.

09.10am-11.40am. Wednesday treasurechest.org.uk or email our 09.10am-11.40am Thursday helpline:support@treasurechest.

09.10am-11.40am Friday org 09.10am-11.40am. For more

SPORTS CLUBS BADMINTON CLUB We play on a Friday night between 6 and 8 at Joseph Rowntrees School. Contact Jean 01904 760347 for more information.

DUNNINGTON SPORTS CLUB Starting Table Tennis- A six week course for absolute beginners.

Have you wanted to play and never known where to start?

Call now for details of our NEW courses. Phone Nick on 01904 481039 or Keith on 07770 874996 Email: nick.roberts@ dunningtonsportsclub.com or keithmayhew@hotmail.com HAXBY SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Haxby Shotokan Karate Club is a friendly traditional karate club with a proud 30 year history.

The Club train on a Monday and Thursday from 7pm – 9pm at Wigginton Recreation Hall, The Village, Haxby, York, YO32 2PL. The Club is open to people of all ages and abilities whatever their fitness level. Whether you are a complete beginner or a black belt, everyone is always welcome.To receive a FREE training session, or to find out more, please visit the Club’s new website www.haxbykarate. co.uk. Alternatively phone Ian on 07909 991541, email info@ haxbykarate.co.uk or pop along to a training session.

10s, Boys under 14s and under 15s and Mens open age. Players are required for all teams for the coming season. Training is continuing through the summer, so if interested come down and give it a go. Contact Karl on 07896 674299 or gafbr@ rocketmail.com for further details.

HUNTINGTON CRICKET CLUB We welcome new players of all abilities, please contact Jason halliwell on 07714471271 for further details NEW EARSWICK CRICKET CLUB New Earswick Cricket Club, who play in the York & District Senior League are looking to recruit both Senior and Junior players. Our indoor nets start at the end of February. We play at the Sports Fields, White Rose Avenue. We have excellent playing facilities and a good after match social side. Please contact Paul on 07533655470, email paul.stimpson3@btinternet.com or Matt on 07885282937, email matty_noble@hotmail.co.uk HAXBY NETBALL CLUB

…affiliated to England Netball.

Would you like to join this very successful netball club which currently run a team in the North Yorkshire Netball Academy League and 4 teams in the York & District League. Currently Champions of this League with two teams in Division 1, one in HAXBY TOWN JUNIOR Division 2 and one in Division 4 FOOTBALL CLUB of the 7 Divisions which make up this League. The Club also runs At the moment we run 6 teams a youth section (Yr 7 upwards) from the ages of 7-16 years. and has 4 teams playing in the We need boys and girls, ages Netball York League for junior 5,6,7, & 11 to join our small players and two of these teams friendly football club.All of our also play in the North Yorkshire coaches are FA Coaching Level Junior League. Please contact 1 trained and have been CRB checked. We train every Saturday the club secretary Mrs Alison Blackler on 01904 612268 or 10.30 - 11.30am at Ethel Ward 07751 984840 or Val Kennedy Playing Fields, Haxby. We are on 07708 050307.Training is on always looking for people to help out with training, coaching a Monday evening at the Ethel Ward Playing Field throughout and refereeing. Full training is summer, and the League season provided. Please phone Neil runs from September until information contact Kerry or YORK FAMILY INFORMATION Thorbinson on 01904 761908 March. Would you like to learn Suzanne on 07799727656 SERVICE HUNTINGTON JUNIOR to umpire? We have a qualified If you are a parent and carer of STOCKTON LANE FOOTBALL CLUB tutor in the club. Also if you are a 0-19 year old then you can PLAYGROUP a budding Junior player ( school get free, professional, helpful, We are a Charter Standard years 7-10) there is a junior We are a pre-school for children and up-to-date information football club meeting the section which trains every other from 2-5 years. We are ofsted about... Finding and paying for required FA coaching levels Monday, 6 -7:15pm. All coaches inspected and LEA funded. childcare,free early education and CRB clearances etc. The are CRB checked.

Monday - Friday 9.00am-12 noon places for 3 and 4 year olds club have excellent facilities at (term time only). Wednesdays ,returning to work, working Hopgrove sports ground on HUNTINGTON MILLERS 12.30pm - 3.30pm Christ Church, in Early Years, family groups the Malton Road York, where NETBALL CLUB Stockton Lane, York YO31 1JG and activities, local parenting the teams train and play home Are you looking to join a netball tel: 07746 806426 For more support. Call us on 01904 fixtures. For 2011/12 season we club – we are looking for new information contact: Mrs Fiona 554628 or text ‘info’ to 07624 will be running a Ladies open players. We are affiliated to Wheeler tel: 07746 806426 802244 and we will call you back. age team, Boys and Girls under England Netball and run 4

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Strensall Bowling Club has been in existence for a long time yet seems to be little known. We are a small and friendly club and always happy to welcome new members of any age; under 18s bowl free! Adults pay only £30 for the season, which runs from April through to September.

Entrance to our club is between house No’s 5–7 Park Gate near NEW EARSWICK TENNIS the terminus of the No 5 Bus. We CLUB can provide Bowls and Coaching Junior coaching on Thursday and a months free trial. As a and Friday nights for 5-16 year club we compete in various olds. Adult coaching is held on leagues, hold regular friendlies Saturday afternoons. We also run and, of course, social bowling, holiday camps, fun days, many including tea and biscuits. For social events and tournaments. more information contact the People can contact: Joanne on secretary Annette Prosser on 07835948593 if interested.

01904 492807 PARTNERSHIP GYMNASTICS STRENSALL SHORT MAT CLUB INDOOR BOWLS Classes for boys and girls from Strensall Village Hall, reception to year 10. Classes Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm. are held at various venues £10 annual fee, £2 subscription across York, Monday to Friday– per session. Tel Jackie Silk on venues include Archbishop 01904 492993 for more details.

Holgate’s School, Manor C of WIGGINTON BOWLING CLUB E School, Park Grove Primary school, Canon Lee School, Come and play lawn bowls, a Joseph Rowntree School and sport for all ages.

Huntington Secondary School.

Looking for a pleasurable Partnership Gymnastics is outdoor pursuit at a friendly affiliated to British Gymnastics, local club then come down run by fully qualified coaches to Wigginton Bowling Club. all with CRB clearance. The club We welcome beginners and has also achieved club Mark for seasoned bowlers alike and its high standards and quality we can lend newcomers a set coaching. For more information of woods to see if they like the please contact Ruth Walker game. Adult membership age 07886926420.

26+ is £56 flat fee, £28 ages 18 to 25 and free to juniors under SANDBURN HALL 18 and you can play as often BADMINTON CLUB as you like The 2013 season is Sandburn Hall, Flaxton. Fridays open from Saturday13th April 2 - 3.30pm All ages welcome. tel: to Saturday 14th September Stephen Marshall 01904 490440 for social bowling and league for more details matches. Why not take the opportunity of a month’s free STRENSALL COMMUNITY trial membership, without YOUTH AND SPORTS obligation, or come along to our ASSOCIATION. “Come and Try” day on Sunday Tennis Club - There are now 3 21st April from 2pm to 5pm and newly surfaced tennis courts. give it a go. For further details, Muga Pitch - The floodlit muga or to arrange a visit, contact: pitch is now available for hire Colin Ellis (Secretary) on 01904 for both 5 a sidefootball and 760877 or Email: colin.ellis23@ netball. tel 07951 920 308 or talktalk.net email strensallsa@tesco.net

affiliated to British Gymnastics and is run by qualified coaches who have all been CRB checked. We are also a club mark accredited club. For more information or to request a registration form please contact Anna Murray on 07507638804 or e-mail yorkhotshots@hotmail. co.uk

SCOUTS & GUIDES 2ND HAXBY & WIGGINTON SCOUT GROUP Boys & Girls age 6 to 14. Beavers: Mon & Thurs 6.00 - 7.15 pm.

Cubs: Weds & Fri 6.30 - 8.00pm Scouts: Mon 7.30 - 9.00 pm.

Thurs. 7.45 - 9.15 pm. Contact Linda Parkinson 01904 769167.

HAXBY MOOR GIRL GUIDING Girls aged 5-14years old.

Rainbows 5-7years Wednesday evenings. Brownies 7-10yrs old Mondays,Wednesday,Thursday evenings. Guides 10-14yrs old Monday, Thursday evenings.

Units meet throughout Haxby & Wigginton. Adults- Can you spare an hour a week? Are you interested in finding out more about being a volunteer?

Contact Helen Feetenby 01904 762926 for further details 1ST HEWORTH SCOUT GROUP Boys and girls 8 to 14. Cubs: Tuesday 6.30pm - 8.15pm, Scouts: Friday 7.00pm - 9.00pm.

If interested please phone Matthew on 01904413882 or visit www.1st-heworth.org.uk 29TH YORK (HUNTINGTON ALL SAINTS) RAINBOWS

Rainbows take part in games and activities as part of their programme called the Rainbow Jigsaw. Everything a Rainbow does helps her to develop and to think for herself, in a safe girl-only environment. A girl can join Rainbows at any time after her fifth birthday. Most Rainbows move on shortly after their seventh birthday.

For further details about when the 29th York (Huntington All STRENSALL FOOTBALL CLUB WIGGINTON GRASSHOPPERS Saints) Rainbows meet and to Under 9s are looking for see if there is availability for you All of our coaches are FA new players. We train every to join, you can contact Miss coaching level 1 qualified and Wednesday 6-7pm.

All coaches Stephanie Easton (known to the are CRB checked. Training are CRB checked.

For more Rainbows as Robin) on 07875 is on Saturday mornings at details please call Richard Colley 541520, who is Guider in charge Durlston Drive, Strensall.If (FA Level 1 instructor) on 07814 of the Rainbows. you are interested in playing 266987 then please email strensallsa@ CHRISTCHURCH SCOUT YORK HOTSHOTS tesco.net or ring Louise on GROUP (STOCKTON LANE) CHEERLEADING CLUB 07801896698.

Boys and Girls age 6 - 14.

STRENSALL LAWN BOWLING Classes are held on a Wednesday Beavers Tuesday 6pm - 7pm. evening during term time, at CLUB Cubs Thursday 6.30pm - 8pm.

Archbishop Holgate’s School, Scouts Friday 7pm - 9pm We Lawn Bowls - A sport for all ages. Hull Road, York. The club is are in need of leaders for the

group. For further information please contact Wendy Davis 07808882749 or drop in to any of the group nights as above.

STOCKTON ON THE FOREST SCOUT GROUP Boys and Girls, age 6 to 14.

Beavers: Mon 6.00 .700pm. Cubs: Tues 6.45 - 8.15pm. Scouts: Fri 7.00 - 9.00pm. We are also in need of Leaders - any one interested please contact Kath Shapcott on 01904 421096.

AIR CADETS, EASINGWOLD A uniformed organisation for children aged 13-18 years. We are based in Easingwold. We parade on a Tuesday evening at Easingwold and Friday evening at RAF Linton On Ouse in the gymnasium between the hours of 1930 – 2200. We do have a minibus that goes from the car park of The Cottage Inn in Haxby via Shipton by Beningbrough at 1900hrs. We cover a range of activities from flying and gliding to target shooting and sport. The cost is £36 per quarter and covers the above activities and uniform.

Email: 2487@aircadets.org Charity No. 1559/79

YOUTH GROUPS YOUTH CLUBS AT OAKEN GROVE COMMUNITY CENTRE Safe, supervised indoor and outdoor areas. The cost of sessions is £1.50 per session.

Come along and try us out!

WEDNESDAY OPEN YOUTH CLUB: An Open Youth club is run at the centre on a Wednesday Night for anyone aged 10-16 years. The club runs from 7 - 9pm and facilities include a Nintendo Wii on projector screen, Widescreen TV, Pool Table, Outside Sports, Table Tennis and Tuck Shop.

IN-2-ACTING: If you are interested in acting, singing and dancing and are between 8-16 years of age, please come and give us a try. With two productions each year, themed nights and theatre trips – its lots of fun! Sessions are run on a Thursday evening. Depending on numbers, priority will be given to residents of Haxby & Wigginton. For more info contact Megan Godden on 07786 121832 or email admin@ oakengrove.org.uk

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FEBRUARY 2012 • ISSUE 87 Heworth Tennis Club

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CYCLE 146 MILES IN 2 DAYS... and raise funds for

STUNNING CIRCULAR YORKSHIRE WOLDS CYCLE ROUTE OVERNIGHT HALFWAY STOPOVER WITH BBQ, BAR & LIVE MUSIC! SUPPORT CYCLISTS & VEHICLES INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES OR GROUPS WELCOME For full details and to register, visit:

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Membership & events secretary Karen Thomas Tel: 01904 425888 Email:heworthtennis@yahoo.co.uk www.communigate.co.uk/york/tennisinheworth Heworth Tennis Club is a small & friendly tennis club situated on East Parade, Heworth. It has two hard courts and a wide variety of members including adults of all levels and a thriving Junior coaching section. It also has regular tennis coaching and fitness sessions for all levels and abilities which are open to non members. There are men’s, ladies and mixed teams who play in the local leagues.

FITNESS & TENNIS TRAINING FOR ALL AT HEWORTH Hate running but love chasing a ball!

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Heworth Tennis Club on East Parade, Heworth runs fun fitness training on Tuesday evenings 7-8pm and Saturdays 9.30-10.30am – open to all and no need to be a member. Great for general cardio fitness as well as improving speed around the court. All levels of player can enjoy and benefit from these fun sessions with workout, drills & games suitable for all standards of players Free first time taster sessions. £5 for non members.

For more information email heworthtennis@yahoo. co.uk

Raising funds to help children and young people with cancer Get involved in the 10th anniversary year of Practice-a-thon by picking up an instrument, practicing your favourite pieces or trying something new! Get pupils sponsored for playing or plan a performance to showcase their skills.

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