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Blackberry Mint Mojito

A fantastic flavour combination - the mint and the blackberries go perfectly together giving a fruity twist on this classic!

Makes two

You’ll need: 20 blackberries 160ml water 4tsp sugar 12 whole mint leaves plus extra to serve The juice of one lime 100ml white rum Ice, for shaking A splash of soda water

What to do: Put the blackberries, water, sugar, mint and lime in a cocktail shaker and mash with the end of a rolling pin.

Add the rum and some ice and shake well.

Put the extra mint leaves and some ice into a glass and sieve in the cocktail adding a splash of soda water. Garnish with lime wedges, mint and blackberries by scattering on the cocktail.

Strawberry Daiquiri

This refreshing and easy cocktail is bound to be a show stopper. Perfect for parties, summer BBQ’s or any occasion this fruity number will definitely impress.

You’ll need: 8 fresh strawberries, plus 1 strawberry to garnish 4 tsp caster sugar 70ml light rum The juice of two limes and slices to garnish

What to do:

Chill your glasses, by filling with ice.

Put the strawberries, caster sugar, rum and lime juice into a cocktail shaker and mash with the end of a rolling pin.

Add ice, place the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake well.

Strain the mixture into a glass and garnish with half a strawberry and a slice of lime by placing them on the side of the glass.

Makes two

Gin and Blueberry Cocktail

Blueberries and gin are the best summer combination. The lemon juice, black pepper and blueberries make a lovely syrup that go perfectly with the rest of the cocktail.

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You’ll need: 1 punnet blueberries (approx. 150g) 1 tbsp caster sugar Juice of half a small lemon 2 grinds of black pepper 120ml gin 30ml Limoncello Ice, for shaking Soda water

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Put the blueberries, caster sugar and lemon in a cocktail shaker and mash with the end of a rolling pin.

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Put a large ice cube into each glass along with 3 blueberries and pour the cocktail in through a sieve. Top up with soda water.

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lackpool Council paid tribute to its army of volunteers at a celebration event held at Dahlia’s Kitchen

The volunteers, who are made up of Blackpool residents, offer their time to help with a whole range of different services, from supporting adults at home to give carers a much needed break, supporting people to get out and about in the local community, providing meet and greet services, supporting people to travel safely on council transport and various other activity based services in local community centres.

The impact that Blackpool Social Care Volunteers contribute to local community resilience is far reaching. It provides breaks for carers, support to people who are experiencing difficult times as well as giving the volunteers occupation, motivation and the opportunity to give something back to the community.

Blackpool Council Social Care Volunteers are also celebrating their recent accreditation ‘Investing in Volunteering’ where the service’s governance, process and support arrangements for volunteers were inspected over a 12 week period.

All of the volunteers received a special thank you from the town’s first citizen, Mayor of Blackpool Cllr Kath Rowson, as well as receiving special certificates to acknowledge those people with one, three, five and ten years of selfless service.

Cllr Kath Rowson, Mayor of Blackpool, said: “It was wonderful to meet all of the volunteers who selflessly offer up their own time to help others.

“I know first-hand just what a valuable asset to the community they are and am immensely proud to

be representing the entire town in giving them a big thank you.”

The celebration event took place as part of a variety of events for National Volunteer Week, which ran from 1-12 June.

A host of Blackpool Council run events to celebrate volunteers have taken place over the course of the fortnight, kicking off with a talk by Gerry Wolstenholme about his days in Whitehall, followed by the celebration event before all volunteers are invited to check they are in top shape by undergoing a body health check.

Cllr Maria Kirkland, Cabinet Member for Third Sector Engagement and Development at Blackpool Council, added: “All our volunteers do a tremendous job helping out other members of their local community.

“Volunteering is such a rewarding thing to do. Not only does it help people to meet likeminded individuals and make new friends and colleagues but it also makes you feel really good about making a valuable difference to people who need it.

“Getting involved with volunteering is easy, and you are able to do as much or as little as you are able to commit to. We have a diverse group of volunteers from all backgrounds and do not discriminate no matter what race, religion, age or disability and have a number of volunteers with disabilities who are very active.”

To find out more about volunteering in Blackpool, contact 476884 or email volunteers@blackpool.gov. uk

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of talent from local venues including Verity Kinnon, James Edgar and Axi Wild, prior to the start of the main show. The line-up will also include Blackpool’s own Stacey McClean, formerly of spin-off band S Club 8.

The Switch-On event will lead into a full weekend of music and slime as the first UK Nickelodeon SLIMEFEST takes place in the resort over the weekend of September 3 and 4.

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BOUNDARY LIBRARY Bathurst Ave FY3 7RW Tel: 478270 Monday 9.30am-12.30pm, 1.00pm 5.00pm, Tuesday closed, Wednesday 9.00am - 12.30pm 1pm - 5pm, Thursday closed, Friday 9.30am - 12.30pm 1.00pm - 5.00pm, Saturday 9.30am - 12.30pm 1.00pm - 5.00pm Sunday closed

ST WALBURGER’S CHURCH Open every Saturday to visitors throughout the year, 10am - 2pm.

Refreshments provided. Trips up the Spire for a fee of £2. Tel: 07709574422 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FOREST GATE BAPTIST CHURCH Forest Gate (off Whitegate Drive) invites you to join them for Sunday worship at 10.45am. For more information, please ring 397400

Notices LAYTON LIBRARY Talbot Road, FY3 7BD Tel: 478145 Monday 10.00am - 7.00pm, Tuesday closed, Wednesday 10.00am - 7.00pm, Thursday 10.00am 5.00pm, Friday & Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm Sunday closed --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MOOR PARK LIBRARY Bristol Avenue FY2 0JG Tel: 478120 Monday 9.30am - 5.00pm, Tuesday 9.30am - 7.00pm

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AT HOME LIBRARY SERVICE residents who due to age, illness or disability find it difficult to visit their local library, we can deliver books to your home for further details please contact Carole Ashworth at Palatine Library Tel: 01253 476390 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE KENSINGTON FOUNDATION We are a charity in need of good quality items of furniture and toys for re-distribution to families in

need. Contact 761444 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FUNDRAISING GROUP Why not come along & join our friendly fundraising group. We meet the first Thursday of every month at All Hallows Church Hall (Shipon Room) from 7.30pm - we raise much needed funds for Trinity Hospice & Brian House Children’s Hospice in Bispham. We collect in stores, bag pack, run Quiz Nights, raffles, tombolas, bake cakes, ride bikes (not all at the same time) and have a good laugh. Come along & find out, we would love to meet you - our members are aged 1580+ and live across the coast from Fleetwood to Kirkham. Everyone is welcome!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FREE COMPUTER HELP AT HOME to disabled and older people. Simply phone AbilityNet on 0800 269 545 or visit www. abilitynet.org.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------AGE UK BLACKPOOL & DISTRICT SHOPPING SERVICE Contact 622812. We provide a Shopping Service to the areas of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre to residents aged 18+.Support is provided for clients if needed.

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CHILDRENS SUPPORT GROUP Supporting children with Type 1 Diabetes and their families.

Our Group provides a friendly, constructive, safe and informative environment to meet and we provide fun and healthy activities to participate in. www.fylde-coast-childrens. diabetesukgroup.org email diabetesuk. fyldekidssupport@sky.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BISPHAM WORKSHOP GROUP AlCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Kincraig Community Centre, Kincraig Place, Blackpool FY2 0NB. Anyone feels that they may have a problem with alcohol is welcome to attend any A.A. meeting. This is an “open” meeting which means that partners, friends and other interested people eg. doctors, spiritual leaders and social workers etc are all welcome as well as the problem drinker.

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Contact Contact Linda Endicott 828584 or mndconnect 08457 626262 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------H&N CANCER SUPPORT MEETING Imperial Hotel, Blackpool DIABETES UK BLACKPOOL Come along and meet like-minded SUPPORT GROUP people dealing with Head & Blackpool Centre for Independent Neck cancer, Everyone Welcome Living, 259 Whitegate Drive FY3 and we look forward to meeting 9JL. A relaxed evening for people Patients, Carer and family member with Diabetes. All welcome Every on the night. 2nd Wednesday of third Weds of the month. 7pm to the month, 7pm to 9pm. Contact 9pm Contact Robert, 358067 07779 169 833 chris@theswallows.

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7.00pm to 9.00pm Contact Robert, 358067 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Come and meet others battling blood cancer. Patients, carers, family and friends all welcome. We meet 7pm third Wednesday every month (not August) Macmillan Windmill Unit, Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Whinney Heys Road FY3 8NR. Contact Jez 07950635249 or Lesley 07890 847796.

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Connect (Helpline) 03457 626262. www.mndassociation.org --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL AND FYLDE PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP We meet on the second Wednesday of every month at the Windmill Unit, Blackpool Victoria Hospital, at 2.30pm to discuss all issues related with prostate cancer – patients, spouses and carers are welcome! Wherever you are in your cancer journey, you will be welcomed with open arms.

For further info, please call 01253 697876 or 01253 353060.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PARKINSON’S UK BLACKPOOL, FYLDE AND WYRE BRANCH meet on the first Monday of each month at 7.30pm in Cleveleys Park Methodist Church, FY5 2BQ. For support and social activities come and join us. For more information contact Marjorie on 01253 868086 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PARKINSON’S UK OVER WYRE SUPPORT GROUP meet on the 4th Thursday of each month(except December) at 2pm in the Youth and Community Centre, Lancaster Road, Preesall FY6 0EJ. For further information contact Marjorie on 01253 868086 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GRIEFSHARE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT Sponsored by The Gate 32

Community Church. Those who have suffered loss or are struggling to cope are very welcome.

Free of charge. Contact Julia: 07969087352 or 01253 760758 or contact Janice: 01253 594855 or visit www.griefshare.org for further information.

Social Groups MEMORY PROBLEMS Are you someone with memory problems, or a friend or carer wanting to meet other people in a similar situation then come and join our social group we meet once a month 2pm-4pm at Palatine Library in partnership with Age UK. For more details contact Palatine Library 01253 478050 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------EASY GOING GUY with varied hobbies, concerts/ music/theatre, seeks honest lady, 30-50 years, for friendship/ days out/evenings out. Tel Patrick 07746422058.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL TRINITY HOSPICE FRIENDS GROUP we are aged 15-80+!! and meet the first Thursday of every month at 7.30pm in the Shippon Rooms in Blackpool All Hallows Church in Bispham - we are a friendly group & do all kinds of things to raise cash for Trinity Hospice & Brian House - we attend events, run quizzes , store collections, bag packs, tombolas, young old men & ladies - all welcome call Sheila for more information or if you can’t attend the meetings but want to know more Tel: 01253 867276 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE FILM SOCIETY Blackpool Odeon. The Fylde Film Society is a group of film lovers from across the Fylde who share a common interest in viewing some of the best of contemporary world cinema. Meet every fortnight.

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ROYAL SIGNALS ASSOCIATION BLACKPOOL Cricket Club, Stanley Park The Association is for any serving/ ex serving members of The Royal Corps Of Signals. Come along and join us, we have several events planned and you will be made very welcome. Meet on the second Tuesday of the month 19:30.

Contact Chairman Ernie Howe 07852698282 or The Secretary 07946222517 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LANCASHIRE BRANCH OF R.E.M.E ASSOCIATION The Guards Club (Opposite Belle Vue Pub) Whitegate Dr meet every 2nd Thursday of the month. The branch is open to all serving and ex members of R.E.M.E. Meeting start time 19:00 for 19:30 hrs. All members welcome. Also associate membership will be available. ALL welcome.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE ‘CRAFTY LADIES’ St. Bernadette’s Church Hall, All Hallows Road, Bispham. We now meet twice monthly 1 pm to 3 pm on the 1st & 2nd Wednesdays of the month.Brighten up the winter months, come and join us and bring your own craft project or learn something new - crochet, knitting, embroidery, card making, painting etc.If you’ve always wanted to paint but didn’t have the confidence to have a go, let us teach you. No drawing or painting skills are required as we give expert tuition. We also arrange outings to places of interest.

Contact: 01253 354278 or 01253 594585 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------STAINING WOMENS INSTITUTE Meetings on a variety of subjects are held every third Wednesday in the month from 7:30pm in St Luke’s church next to Staining school. Further details from Jean Armstrong on 886325 or just turn up on the night. A warm welcome

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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL SUGARCRAFT If you have an interest in cake decorating & Sugarcraft, then come along to our meetings. We have a different demonstrator every month showcasing lots of different skills. It is a great opportunity to make new friends who share a passion for cake decorating. Everyone is welcome from beginners to experienced Sugarcrafters. As well as demonstrations we also run hands on sugarcraft skills workshops. The club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at The Stable, Bispham Parish Church, All Hallows Rd, Bispham, FY2 OAY. For more information call Cheryl 07735 605682 or find us on Facebook: Blackpool Sugarcraft Bsg --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL KEYBOARD CLUB Pro Deaf Club, The Claremont Community Centre, Claremont Road Now in our 40th year!

Concerts are held on the 2nd tuesday of each month commencing at 7.30pm. Top professional performers with a variety of music to suit everyone.

For details phone or text Stephen on 07731 148530 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL WYRE & FYLDE SOCIALITES GROUP The group is for all adults and we host a variety of social events,walks, cinema, meals etc inand around the Blackpool Wyre and Fylde area. We don’t have a set time or venue, all events are arranged through our online calendar at www.meetup. com/BWFSocialites/ or email southsure5@gmail.com for more details.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------STITCH AND CHAT CLUB Every Monday 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 2:30 - 4:15pm. We hold tuition classes a supply materials for the following; Card Making, Knitting,

Crochet, Pin Pricking and General Crafts. Come along and learn a new skill or brush up on some old ones. We organise coach trips and occasional outside workshops.

Dunsop Court, Blackpool. Tel: 01253 405138 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUNSHINE CLUB FOR THE OVER 60’S held in St Luke’s church Staining, every 2nd Thursday of the month for afternoon teas. We also run a day trip the last Thursday of every month. Everyone welcome.

For further details tel Mrs Finch on 01253 398555 or Mrs Ardley on 01253 397516 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BISPHAM TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD Cavendish Road U R Church Hall Bispham. We are a group of forward looking women who meet together monthly. The annual programme includes speakers, demonstrations and social activities. Townswomen offer each other support and develop new skills and interests.

Our choir meet on Tuesdays at 2pm. Arts and crafts group meet every Wednesday afternoon at 2pm. Also regular Drama Group meetings. New members will be assured of a warm welcome.

Contact Pauline 352365 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE COMMUNITY LGBT FRIENDS Meets every first Monday of every second Month across the Fylde! Come along and meet your Police Volunteer Andrew Noble and YOUR Local Police at an informal Coffee Meeting. Advice, Support and reassurance on offer.

All Welcome! For details contact Andrew: andrew.noble@lancashire. pnn.police.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ST BERNADETTE’S PLAYERS AMATEUR DRAMATIC GROUP Amateur theatre group that meets at St. Bernadette’s Church Hall, All Hallows’ Road, Bispham every

Thursday at 7.30pm and Sundays at 7pm. For more info contact Susan on 01253 353224 or susan. louise.hope@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE BIRD CLUB Fylde Bird Club. We are a small friendly bird watching club; we meet at 7.45 on the 4th Tuesday each month at The River Wyre in Poulton at 7.45. For £3.00 you can attend one of our meetings to for £3, or join the prices are £14 for a single member, £10 for a senior, juniors £50 or for a family £22 each year. Visit our web site at www. fyldebirdclub.org --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE COAST SOCIALITES ‘FCS’ (part of international ‘Meetup’) have a full calendar of events for you to pick and choose from. For anyone new to the area, working in the area, or just looking to make new friends and increase social activities, this is the group for you. With over 300 meetups in two years, we must be doing something right. Check us out at www.meetup.com/fcsocialites/ or call 07974 597097 for more info --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SASSY SEWERS GROUP We meet every Tuesday afternoon at Claremont Park Community Centre, Claremont Road. From 1.30 to 3.30pm to sew, chat and socialise. We also do soft furnishings, Dress making, Quilting, Knitting,Crochet, Embroidery and Cross-stitch. We are a happy, caring and sharing group of ladies who get together to share a common interest. We also enjoy going out for the occasional lunch together. New members welcome.

There is a small charge of £1.50 per week which goes to pay for room hire and subsidise any social outings. For further information ring Chris on 01253 593556.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GERMAN LANGUAGE CIRCLE We meet every Tuesday Evening at 7.30 pm at the Low Moor

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Community Centre, Edmonton Place, Blackpool. This is a chance to brush up or improve your German in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. We are now well into our summer season when we have “conversation evenings” on a wide variety of topics in German, all with the chance for you to join in.

Further Contact: Terry 01253 867825 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------TRAMSHED THEATRE COMPANY Meeting every Tuesday afternoon/ evening at Montgomery High School, All Hallows Road, Bispham, Blackpool, FY2 0AZ. We offer inclusive performing arts to children, young people and adults aged 4 years upwards. Workshop fees are £30 for a term (approx 12 weeks). For more info and an application form please contact the Arts Team on 07852 498427 or e: tramshedtheatre@hotmail.co.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NATIONAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION BLACKPOOL AND DISTRICT REFORMATION Meet at the Bona-Vista Hotel 104-106 Queens Promenade, Blackpool. FY2 9NX. Tel.01253 351396. 1-0 pm for 1-30 pm on the third tuesday of the month. All old, new and associate members welcome. Come along and meet old friends, make new friends and enjoy the afternoon. For further details contact Tom Lowe, Tel. 01253 593383 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------DARK HORSE WRITERS’ GROUP New writers always welcome at the Dark Horse Writers’ Group. Monthly meetings, third Wednesday of the month, 7:30-9 pm, at the Catholic Club, Blackpool town centre. Contact Stewart Connell, Phone: 01253 763270, Mobile: 07833913970, email: jstewartconnell@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE KENNEL ASSOCIATION Cleveleys Community Centre.

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Show dog training, we’ll help you and you dog prepare for the show ring. All welcome whether new or experienced. 1st & 3rd Thursdays 19:30, full list of dates available from our secretary Kerry - 01253 823118 or fkawebs@gmail.com or www.freewebs.com/fylde-kennelassociation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SEEKING FRIENDSHIP Active 69 yr old female would female travel companion and male friend to share theatre, dancing, music, cinema, dining out, social events. Call Sylvia 594488 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RENDEZVOUS COFFEE MORNING FOR THE OVER 55S At 10.30 am on the first Tuesday of each month in the church lounge at Christ Church with All Saints, Palatine Road, Blackpool FY1 4BT. All welcome. Coffee, cakes, speakers, quizzes, games and gentle exercise. £1.50. Contact Ruth 01253 390272.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SEEKING FRIENDSHIP? Outgoing, young at heart lady, in her seventies. Would like to meet similar, male or female.

For friendship, meals, holidays, cinema, theatre etc. Call Tina 07599 220974 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL ART SOCIETY Blackpool Art Society is one of the oldest Art Societies in the country and we have our own studio on Wilkinson Avenue Blackpool.

Our studio is open Monday to Friday for our members and we run monthly coach trips in the summer months and hold social events throughout the year. On Thursday evenings we have our “Club” nights when we have Demonstrators, Appraisers and Practical nights, and we run Weekend Workshops from time to time. We hold Art Exhibitions for our members works at different venues in Blackpool and the Fylde.

We welcome new members and if you are interested in Art contact

:Rod Robinson tel.01253 790692 for more information.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MEDITATION CLASSES Kilmory Community Center, Kilmory Place Bispham Relax unwind and de stress.

Meditations include Angelic visualization, mindfulness, crystals and shamanic drumming. All welcome Every Wednesday evening 7pm till 8pm. Contact 508165 / 07834072273 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE LIGHTHOUSE SPIRITUAL CENTRE Spencer Court Community Centre, Spencer Court, Blackpool, FY1 3TWNow being run by Deborah Lochrie (formerly of Shadowlands Psychic Club!) and Beverley Todd . A warm welcome awaits you every Sunday evening for a demonstration of mediumship followed by an Open Circle. Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.

Tea or coffee and biscuits afterwards included in the £3 entrance fee. Find us on Facebook - Friends of the Lighthouse Spiritualist Centre Blackpool --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SAMBA DRUMMING BAND We are Poco Loco Community Samba Band, welcoming local residents of all ages, with or without any previous experience or skills in making music. An ability to read music is not necessary and all musical instruments are supplied; all you need is a sense of rhythm. We meet to rehearse every Wednesday 7pm – 9pm at the First Step Centre, Dickson Road, Blackpool, FY1 2AP. First session is free then there is a weekly subscription. Why not come along and give it a bash.

Further details from Jackie 01253 860049 or 07890 939850, email samba@pocoloco.org.uk or visit our website at pocoloco.org.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LET`S DO LUNCH St Paul’s Worship centre Egerton Rd. 2nd and 4th Wed in

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the month. 12-1.30pm £3. Don’t be lonely come and join us for lunch!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL & FYLDE BRANCH OF SUBMARINERS ASSOCIATION The Guards Club (opposite Belle Vue pub) 37e Whitegate Dr. Meet every 3rd Friday of the month at 19:30 for 20:00 hrs. The branch is open to serving and ex submariners also associate membership is available. All welcome. visit us on www. blackpoolsubmariners.weebly.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A VERY LIVELY LADY divorced early seventies looking for female friendship. I enjoy dancing, shopping, coach trips etc.

Have bus pass will travel Tel: 01253 850583 or 07866190880 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL VETERANS BREAKFAST CLUB Squaddie banter is back on the Fylde. We meet on alternate Saturdays / Sundays at 1300hrs in the Regent Cinema Market Cafe by Church Street Regent Street traffic lights up on the 1st Floor (near the old Army Careers Office) Browse the indoor market then sit down for a brew, breakfast and banter - you know you miss it (BAOR is back!)

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SOCIAL SEQUENCE DANCING Monday afternoon 2pm - 4pm £2 Holy Family Church Hall, Links Road, Blackpool. A warm welcome to all. Contact Name Doreen Tel: 01253 890775 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CARLTON AND DISTRICT WOMENS INSTITUTE We meet at St Martins & St Hildas Church Hall, Carlton on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 1.45pm.

You are most welcome to come and meet people and make friends.

W have interesting speakers as well as a walking group, ambling group, ladies luncheon club and theatre trips. Contact Hillary (secretary) on 01253 891569 or just come down to meet our friendly

group.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------COFFEE MORNING 23RD JULY 2016 MARTON METHODIST CHURCH, MIDGELAND ROAD, BLACKPOOL 10 am till 12 noon Free entry. All are welcome Raffle, Cake Stall, Tombola, Craft Stall, Card Stall. All proceeds for Blackpool in Bloom

Clubs & Societies BLACKPOOL AND FYLDE ROYAL ARTILLERY ASSOCIATON Meets the 3rd Monday of the Month at the Cherry Tree, Vicarage Lane, Marton, Blackpool 1200 for 1230 Hours. All Ex RA and attached Personnel made welcome. For details contact honsecraablackpoolandfylde@ yahoo.com or ring Mike 01253 761769 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BISPHAM WITH NORBRECK FLOWER CLUB St Bernadettes Church Hall, Bispham New Members most welcome.Meet every third Weds of the month, 7-30pm. Contact Helen 354548 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL SEA CADETS 596 Devonshire Road Bispham Tues/Fri evenings 19:00 - 21:30 Now recruiting cadets aged 10 - 18 years old plus adults to fill roles as instructional staff or as members of the Unit Management Team.

Contact us or drop in for a chat on a parade night. 01253 500499 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MARTON PRODUCTION PLAYERS WANTED Enjoy singing? come and join us for our next production of HMS Pinafore and Trial By Jury.

There are open auditions for principals. The show is on in October at the Lowther Pavilion.

Rehearsals start in May. Details from lynncorlett@outlook.com or at the web site, martonoperatic.co.uk

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL FLOWER CLUB meet on the last Wednesday of each month in Staining Village Hall at 7.30pm. We enjoy watching beautiful flowers being arranged by qualified N.A.F.A.S. demonstrators.

[National Association of Flower Arranging Societies] We would be very pleased to welcome anyone who would like to join us. To learn more contact: Susan Swallow 01253 696939 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL ROYAL BRITISH LEGION The Hidden Gem of the Social Club Scene. Varied entertainment every afternoon & evening, including our famous Free & Easy, and Wacky Wednesday Club. Function Room Available for Special Events & Forces Reunions. All welcome, contact the Treasurer on 01253 508084. King Street, Blackpool --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LIKE TO TELL A TALE? Come and join us at Wyre Speakers Club. Meetings 7.30pm.

Second and Fourth Thurs each month. New season starts 10th Sept. All Hallows Church Hall. All Hallows Rd. Bispham. Contact.

Tom 01253 355240 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------GERMAN LANGUAGE CIRCLE Meetings at the Low Moor Community Centre, Edmonton Place, Bispham, Tuesday evenings starting at 7.30pm. Come along and brush up your German in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. We are now in our Winter season with a range of set presentations but with plenty of time to chat. Contact Terry 01253 867825 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ROYAL SIGNALS ASSOCIATION (BLACKPOOL BRANCH) We meet every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm At Blackpool Cricket Club - Stanley Park. Open membership to any services/ex services/signallers, friends + family of the core. Call Ernie Howe 07852 698282. rsablackpool@gmail.com

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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL AND HOLIDAYS ASSOCIATION ITHA - TRAVEL TALKS Our meetings consist of illustrated talks covering all parts of the world, and speakers are drawn from recognised professional writers, photographers and journalists, our own members and travellers from across the country.

New members and visitors are most welcome.

The Concert Hall, Blackpool Sixth Form College, Blackpool Old Road, Blackpool FY3 7LR. 7.30 pm Facilities: Suitable for the disabled, including audio loop.

Refreshments: Available during the break. Membership is reduced to £10 for the remainder of the season Visitors may pay at the door for a fee of £4 per meeting.

This fee will be refunded if you join as a full member. Telephone Joan Gaffiney 01253 700799 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE LANCASTRIAN PLAYERS meet in Bispham at 7.45 on Wednesday evenings. New Members always welcome for acting, backstage,set, front of house. No audition necessary.

Details call Steve 07849969619 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------TRAMSHED THEATRE COMPANY Meeting every Tuesday afternoon/ evening at Montgomery High School, All Hallows Road, Bispham, Blackpool, FY2 0AZ. We offer inclusive performing arts to children, young people and adults aged 4 years upwards. Workshop fees are £30 for a term (approx 12 weeks). For more info and an application form please contact the Arts Team on 07852 498427 or e: tramshedtheatre@hotmail.co.uk

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Northwest England for over 30 years; Il GI Taekwondo is a full member organisation of the UK Taekwondo Development Council.

Mondays 6:30 to 7:30 and Saturdays 11:00 to 12:00.

Contact 07812 898268. www. ilgitaekwondo.org --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LAYTON LADIES BOWLING CLUB Ladies pavilion (Cameron Avenue entrance) We are looking for new members. Bowlers and learners would be very welcome. Tuesday afternoons 1pm. Contact Barbara, 339351 or Dorothy, 626188 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Mondays 6.30 - 8.30 at All Saints Church Hall, 98 Park Road, Blackpool. Wednesdays 7.30 9.00, Palatine Sports Centre, St. Annes Rd, Blackpool T: 0756559001 www. blackpoolshotokankarateclub.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------MODERN SMOOTH JIVE Wainwright Club, 173 Hornby Rd, Blackpool FY1 4RD Dancing and Social Night with Jaguar Jive. 8.00pm (beginners) and 9.15pm (intermediate) then ALL freestyle until 10.45pm No partner necessary. Singles, couples and groups welcome. Every Wednesday 07857433829. www. jaguarjive.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ROLLER DERBY LEAGUE New intake, train every Sunday 12pm to 2pm at Play Football, Garstang Road West, Blackpool FY3 7JH. We welcome men and women to our league. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never skated before we are looking for anyone 18+ who is looking to play a fun full contact, fast paced team sport. for details email blackpoolrollerderby@ live.co.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL RANGERS JFC UNDER 10S We are on the lookout for new

players to join our Under 10s squad for this coming season.

Players need to be in Year 5 this September. New players and those who have played at other clubs are all welcome. We play and train on the gala fields in Bispham next to our state of the art clubhouse which is located on All Saints Road just off Ashfield Road. Interested?

For further info contact Andy Earnshaw 07762 499674 or andy. earnshaw@hotmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL & WYRE LADIES HOCKEY CLUB Wednesdays 7-30 - 8-30 on the astropitches in Stanley Park. Have you played hockey? Why not give it another go? An excellent way to get fit. £3 per session. Enquiries Ann on 890717 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LATIN, BALLROOM & SEQUENCE DANCE CLASSES Victoria Congregational Church Hall, on Newton Drive. Come along & learn or improve your dancing skills. Every Fri 2pm - 4pm.

Contact Susan 07976 620 196 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LEARN TO DANCE BALLROOM AND LATIN AMERICAN Every Thursday 7pm - 8.30pm.

By the end of the course you will have learnt a Ballroom and Latin American routine. Singles welcome. Bispham United Reformed Church Hall, Cavendish Road. Barbara 01253 356558, Peter 01253 594516 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FRR WALKING GROUP (THE DOG FRIENDLY WALKING CLUB) AFFILIATED TO THE RAMBLERS’ ASSOCIATION. Enjoy a full day out in the English Countryside with FRR, who welcome new members and well behaved dogs, visiting places such as the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District, Pendle area to name but a few. We meet every third Sunday in the month with various pickup points by coach in the Fylde area. There are three grades of

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walks each month, making sure there is something for everyone to enjoy. If you would like to know more about the Club and how to join us visit our website www. fylderotaryramblers.co.uk or phone 886181 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CLAREMONT PARK BOWLING CLUB Warley Road, Blackpool FY1 2RW. We would like to invite new members to join our club. Men, women or children welcome, either experienced or beginners. Help will be at hand to learn the game.

Please contact the Secretary/ Treasurer on Tel: 01253 356598 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PRE-BOND RAMBLERS Walk the 2nd sun of each month.

All welcome. Ring 711898 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------EASY BEGINNERS PILATES CLASSES FOR ALL AGE GROUPS Ideal for back and joint problems, every Wednesday Bispham Community Centre 11am - 12noon Call Norma to book 0771 5651283 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FYLDE COAST PHANTOMS ICE HOCKEY TEAM train every Monday 6-7pm at Fylde Coast Ice Arena Bristol Avenue, Bispham. Ages 7-16 welcome.

Anyone wishing to join us should contact Lee Lagden - leelagden@ gmail.com. We also have home games, which anyone is welcome to come & watch - please enquire for dates, or pop down to the rink on Mondays for further info.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PRE BOND RAMBLERS Meet the second sunday in each month. pick up points by coach, Bispham, Blackpool, St Annes, Lytham, Wesham. 3 walks to choose from. Evening meal in a pub on route home. Make new friends & keep fit. For details ring Edith 711898 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------YOGA Mon 7-8.30. Wed 10-11.30.

All welcome. Cleveleys Community Centre, Kensington Rd, Cleveleys.

Pam 858794. pamedwards@live.co.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL VICTORIA WALKING CLUB 2nd Sunday monthly Pickups: Freckleton, Lytham, Blackpool through to Poulton Friendly group, B and C Walks all ages welcome Contact Derek on 01772679153 or 07783835041 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NORCROSS CRICKET CLUB Given the success of the England team recently , do you fancy playing cricket and being the next Joe Root or Josh Buttler ?

We are always on the lookout for new players so if you or your children want to get involved in cricket - Norcross Cricket Club are looking for you!

We currently have 3 senior teams, 2 play on Saturdays and a Sunday Side. We also have a junior section looking to cater for all age groups from 10 years old and upwards.

Our home ground is the HASSRA Sports field on Fleetwood Road South, Thornton.

Outdoor nets for seniors are held on Tuesday nights from 6.30-8pm.

Junior nets (ages 10 -16) are held on Thursdays also from 6.30-8pm.

A small charge will be made for each session If you feel your playing days are over, but would still like to help the club in an admin role or help in any way, you will be made very welcome. Further info from: Ian Davies 07846853690 Secretary Tracy Newcombe email norcycc@btinternet.com Coach Roger Garlick 07539814295

Church CHRIST CHURCH WITH ALL SAINTS Palatine Road, Services 10.45am and 6pm each Sunday. Contact Rev Alan Byrom 390272

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------UNITED REFORMED CHURCH SOCIAL NIGHT Social night every saturday evening from 8pm until 10pm. Ballroom, Latin American and a few popular Sequence Dances. Come and join us, we are a very friendly crowd.

For details call Barbara 356558 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE GATE COMMUNITY CHURCH Bispham Community Centre, meets every Sunday at 10:30 for praise, worship & prayer with Junior Church. All welcome.Call Pastor Bob on 01772683243 or www.gatechurch.org --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUNDAY SERVICE 9-30am. All welcome at ‘The Round Church’ Salmesbury Ave Bispham --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BLACKPOOL BAPTIST TABERNACLE Springfield Rd (off Prom.near Cenotaph) Welcome to our Sunday worship at 10.45 am & 6.30pm. For more info please ring 394326 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------KINGS CHURCH – EVENTS & GROUPS 10a Beaufort Avenue, Bispham, Blackpool, FY2-9HQ, 01253 352999. New church opened on the Fylde coast. Join us at one of our services where there is a mix of live music, opportunities to connect with others and great messages that will equip you and bring the Bible to life. Sunday Service – Doors open at 10:00am.

CAP Money - The CAP money course is a FREE 3 week course that will teach you budgeting skills and a simple cash based system that works. In a few weeks you’ll get to grips with your finances so you can budget, save and prevent debt. Call for next course dates and times. Alpha – Got Questions about life? Designed as a series of interactive sessions that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith. Starts 15th September.

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Blend Cafe – Pop in to our café for a coffee and a chat. Open on Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 – 15:30. We serve Rijo hot drinks, cakes and biscuits. A great place to meet up with friends and family! Parent & Toddler Group – Wednesdays 13:15-14:45. Come and see us for play, chat and support. Room Hire – Community room and auditorium for hire.

Perfect for birthdays, conferences, business meetings and more. Call for a viewing on 01253 352999.

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Low Cost Lunch for over 55s, second Wednesday of the month, 12pm. ‘Rock’ kids club for school years 1-6, last Friday of the month 5.30pm - 8pm, including their tea!

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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ABC PLAYGROUP The ABC playgroup for babies and toddlers runs on Mondays and Fridays, 9.30am - 11am at Forest Gate Baptist Church, Forest Gate (Just off Whitegate Drive).

Everyone welcome including mums, dads, nanas and grandads.

STAY AND PLAY - UNDER 5’S Lots of fun filled activities in a safe Victoria church, Newton Drive. and friendly environment. £1 entry FY3 8BY Every Thursday and Friincludes free refreshments for all. day 10am-1.30pm, School terms --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------only. Soft Play facility. 01253 GIRL GUIDING 820020 An invitation for your daughter to --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------join Girl Guiding in Blackpool KIDS CLUB Rainbows (5-7years), Brownies (7Takes place in Christchurch with 10 years) or Guides (10-14 years) All Saints church hall on Park for evenings of fun, games and Rd. Running since February and operate a fun filled, action packed adventure. Meet at different times and places in the local area. So hour long programme every that the grown ups don’t feel left Thursday from 6pm-7pm for 5-11 out adult help is always welcome year olds which is completely just ask. www.girlguiding.org.uk / free. We currently have around join us or Phone 01253 827724 for 12 children in attendance and would love to and are able to more information Free entry. Refreshments available Tuesday 26th July to Saturday 30th July. Weekdays 10.30am - 2.30pm. Saturday 10am till 12 noon at Victoria Community Church, 42a, Newton Dr. FY3 8BY. 01253 820020

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en Blackpool youngsters have received a special award after completing a twelve month challenge of their volunteering and physical skills.

Cllr Graham Cain, Cabinet Secretary for Blackpool Council, said: “The Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award is a very tough course to complete and all of these young people deserve a lot of praise for sticking with it and seeing it through to end.

The young people have all completed their Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award and were presented with their awards earlier in the month.

“The idea behind the award is all about teamwork, resilience and adapting to new skills and challenges.

That makes it the perfect foil to help young people get ready for later in their lives and everything that they’ve learnt over the past year or so will stand them in very good stead as they grow up.

All of them will also be invited to St James’s Palace in London to be officially given their certificate by a member of the Royal Family.

Completing the award involves undertaking regular volunteering, plus doing physical activity and mastering a skill. The gold award also includes going on a 5 day residential and a 4 day expedition in the wild country.

Around 30 young people complete the award every year in Blackpool on average, with the course shaping the young adults to become well rounded members of the community.

As part of the 60th anniversary of the DofE Award, a special plaque has also been presented to Blackpool Council to acknowledge the authority’s continued support to the award.

“Not only will it help them personally but having the Gold Award will look great on their CVs and applications as they apply for universities and jobs and go on to achieve their potential in life.”

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award is delivered by three groups across Blackpool: Blackpool Sixth Form, The Windmill Youth Group and The Open Access Group.

To find out more about undertaking the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Blackpool, contact anna. elgee@blackpool.gov.uk To find out more about undertaking the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Blackpool, contact anna. elgee@blackpool.gov.uk

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Top class teams from Australia, Slovakia and the United States will vie to win the coveted title, with displays taking place over four Friday nights starting on September 9.

“They are massively popular and people come from all over the country to watch some of the world’s best give their all in the competition.

It will mean a brand new winner will be crowned this year, after a team from Canada, Feux D’Artifice, put on an incredible display to scoop the prize last year, seeing off competition from China and France.

“Tens of thousands of people came to watch last year’s displays and we’re expecting this year to be just as popular.

“It makes for a perfect start to the weekend for those who go along while still being a hotly contested and coveted competition.

The free annual events are among the most popular features in Blackpool’s exciting calendar, featuring jaw-dropping displays – synched to music – from some of the most talented and technically gifted fireworks engineers in the world and attracting tens of thousands of visitors to the Promenade.

This year’s events take place every Friday from 9 September with Skylighter Fireworks from Australia kicking things off before the Slovak Privatex Pyro team take to the stage on 16 September and Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks compete for team USA on September 23.

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Cllr Gillian Campbell, Deputy Leader of Blackpool Council, said: “The championships are a huge family favourite.

“As well as the fireworks displays, the LightPool projection shows on to the Tower will take place every night, and I’d encourage people to stick around after the shows and watch them from the Comedy Carpet.”

The winner of this year’s fireworks competition will be chosen by a panel of local judges.

The fireworks will, as in previous years, will be fired from North Pier with build up from 7.30pm and shows starting at 8.30pm.

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