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DECEMBER 2011 Editors Letter Welcome to our DECEMBER edition of LINK-Magazine.

Is it already our last edition of 2011? How time passes when your having fun. Its been a great year and must first say THANK YOU to all of you that have supported your local magazine over the last few months ! All of us at LINK wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and hope you get time to spend it with people you care about.

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Meet Santa at Farmer Parrs 2 FREE Kids Tickets Model Village 2 Shakies Chippy Top Review Offer 5 Mini Me’s Nursery FREE Offer 8 Winter Check Just £19.95 9 10% Off Film Transfers 10 20 MPH Speed Limit 12 Mount Racing Club News 16 Where Am I? WIN £50 18 FY7 Visit Fleetwood News 20 FY7 Community Beat News 23 Sand Aid Xmas No.1 Song 2011 24 Festive Church Events 26 Festive Fun & Puzzle Pages 28/29 Fleetwood Gym Football News 30 Whats On in FY7 Sent In 25/31 Last Post for Xmas Dates 32 LINK-CASH ADS 33 FY7 Youth Groups 34 FY7 Jokes Sent In 42 Useful Numbers 43 Classified Adverts 46/47

Copy Deadline 13th January 2012 Publisher: MSG Media Ltd Editor: Martin Gardner Sales & Marketing: Martin Gardner, Shaun Hartley Artwork: In House Photography: In House & Cover: Fotoxcel EDITORIAL: 01253 777545 ADVERTISING: 01253 777545 EMAIL: info@link-magazine.co.uk WEB: www.link-magazine.co.uk Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the data in this publication is accurate, neither the publisher nor its editorial contributors can accept, and hereby disclaim, any liability to any party to loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause. LINK-Magazine does not official endorse any advertising material included within this publication. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval system, or transmitted in any form electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior permission of the publisher.

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20mph Speed Limits 20mph speed limits are being introduced all over the UK, with parts of Wyre included in local plans In recent weeks, the local press has covered the news that most of Fleetwood is to be included in the new 20mph speed limit, and significant parts of residential Cleveleys and Thornton are also to be included.

The new 20mph speed limit will be in place in residential areas and outside schools by 2013, and in Wyre is being delivered in four phases. Fleetwood and the Cleveleys streets listed in this article are part of phase two and other areas will be rolled out in the next three years.

There is a pdf of a Lancashire County Council leaflet which has been delivered door to door and includes a general map of the areas included in each phase. A more detailed map of the proposed 20mph proposals will be available online when the consultation period begins.

Information released by Lancashire County Council states: ‘There has been a growing demand in Lancashire to introduce 20mph speed limits to address road safety concerns. Lancashire County Council is committed to introducing 20mph speed limits as a response to

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the road safety concerns of the public in all residential areas and outside all schools by 2013.

The 20 mph speed limit schemes will be delivered in 4 phases across Lancashire.

‘Reducing speed in residential areas and outside schools will make the roads safer for everyone in the community and help encourage people to walk and cycle more and lead to more vibrant communities. We recognise that this will not happen overnight and we need to change the attitude and behaviour of drivers. We want to make driving over 20mph in a residential area socially unacceptable.

‘Recent guidance from the Government recommends that highway authorities introduce 20mph speed limits onto streets that are primarily residential in nature and do not form part of any major through route.

The 20mph speed limit is indicated by speed limit signs where the speed changes and the presence of smaller, additional signs at regular intervals instead of traditional traffic calming measures.

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THE MOUNTRACING CLUB NEWS UPDATE

A BLINDING RUN

‘A Blinding Run’ were the words used by At The Races T.V pundit and former Jockey Jason Weaver to describe The Mount Racing Clubs Lord Lansing’s run at Lingfield on Saturday 12th November where under a confident ride from Luke Morris he came within half a Length of upsetting the heavily backed favourite Hurricane Hymnbook.

Coming out of stall 9 he got a nice toe in behind the early frantic pace and Luke Morris had him travelling soundly enough as he sat mid division tracking the favourite all the way round. As they turned for home it was clear that out of the field of 13 runners there was only Lansing left who was capable of throwing down a serious challenge and him and the favourite settled down to do battle.

The home straight at Lingfield is 2 furlongs long and the Mount Racing Club members who had made the long journey south roared encouragement from the stands as both horse and jockey gave it everything only to be denied by half a length on the line.

Both Geoff and Andy also think that the switch of stables earlier in the year from Ben Haslams to the Group 1 winning trainer Karl Burke has had a massive influence on things. They say that since the move the horses are performing a lot better and there’s a lot more forward and positive planning regarding future race targets.

The boys are also in the final stages of agreeing on the purchase of a Yearling with Karl Burke and hope to unveil the new arrival in the next couple of weeks.

Exciting times lie ahead.

Although having to settle for 2nd place this time both Geoff Holden and Andy Eaton think Lord Lansing lost nothing in defeat and said when you consider the front two were well clear of the remainder it goes to show how good an effort it was, just a shame we had to bump into a good thing today.

The horse will obviously improve for the run and on his favoured Polytrack surface judging by today’s performance his turn for winning cant be too far away.

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What’s happening in Fleetwood?

Why don’t you sign up to Visit Fleetwood on Facebook and see what’s happening locally. Following the same successful format as the matching Facebook pages for the Cleveleys and Poulton websites, it’s a mixture of local news, photos, thoughts and silly bits and bobs, with something different every day. We want to hear your thoughts and views and gossip – so join in!

New plans have been submitted for the Fleetwood Pier site, with a revised scheme.

The new clinic on the dock is coming along nicely, and the Nautical College is undergoing major refurbishment works.

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safety and securing your pedal cycles (commonly known as a bike, I don’t know why the police I’ll start where I left off in my last always give it the full title!) There are article...one of my jobs is to make three age categories, the winner of sure that none of you become a each will receive a new bike (pedal victim of crime. Please take all cycle!) and safety gear and their necessary steps to secure your posters displayed in prominent property, don’t leave windows open locations, plus coverage in the when nobody is in, set your burglar local newspapers for them. Road alarm if you have one, lock things safety always features heavily in away in your garden, keep an eye our policing activity leading up to out for your neighbours property - above all try to stay one step ahead Christmas, particularly around drink driving. Enjoy your parties, enjoy of a would be offender. Speak with your trusted neighbours and let them your drinks, but don’t drink to excess and don’t drink and drive!! Nominate know if your house will be empty a driver, use public transport or walk for any period of time - lets all help above all else don’t drink and drive!! each other to stay safe and keep our property safe. Never leave any You may have seen the reports last valuables on display in your vehicles, week that a final decision has now whether parked on the street or on been made in relation to a review your driveway and park it in well lit into Lancashire’s Police Stations areas if possible. Some basic crime and Front Counters. Fleetwood will prevention steps really do make remain as the main hub for officers to a difference. REPORT ANYTHING work from within Wyre 24 hours a day SUSPICIOUS IMMEDIATELY. As and our front counter will also remain Christmas approaches, different open as it is now. This is following opportunities arise for the would be a three month public consultation thief, don’t get caught out!! Help us exercise which saw over 11,000 help you. people across Lancashire express their views.

This month the Fleetwood Primary Schools are taking part in a poster Our first new style PACT surgery design competition to help us (Police and Communities Together) reinforce the message about road

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was held at the North Euston Hotel last month. Fleetwood has one surgery now instead of one for each of the five wards. It has moved away from a ‘round table meeting’ and is very much a ‘drop-in surgery’ where you can speak with either your PCSO or your Community Beat Officer on a one to one basis. Also present at the last meeting were councillors from Fleetwood Town, Wyre Borough and Lancashire County Councils. We had a recruitment stand for Special Constables with Special Constables on hand to answer any questions.

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Support “SandAid” and lets help them get to Number One for Christmas!

Money raised goes to even experience the happiness and values of the festive season.

SandAid are a collective of amateur unsigned musicians who have recorded an original Christmas song, which is due for download release on the 5th December through iTunes and other leading download retailers. The song has been nearly 12 months in the planning, and was the brainchild of Rob Hulme and his wife AnneMarie Hulme who were fed up with the tradition of Christmas songs being ruined by the X Factor.

Rob was involved in writing the song We’ve Still Got Christmas along with co-writers Ian Hooper and Jeff White, and we wanted to write a song which had a traditional feel, without being too cheesy, and incorporated many of the styles and talents of our fellow Blackpool bands.

We live in uncertain times at the moment, and the lyrics try to establish that no matter what pain, suffering, hardship, or loss touches our every day lives, the one thing which remains constant, is how we try to celebrate Christmas, which we hope helps to consider our perspective of life and create opportunities for change. We are also donating 50p from every 79p sale to BBC Children in Need through sales over the entire Christmas period, as we feel that the song also has a meaning for disadvantaged children, some of which don’t

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We decided to call the band ‘SandAid’ following on from the inspiration of Bob Geldof’s Band Aid. The song was recorded back in June at West Orange Studios near Preston, famous for recording the number one hit ‘Brimful of Asher’ by Cornershop, and is a mix of genres, which represent both the modern and traditional styles of music listened to today. Bobby Ball and Black Lace also kindly donated their time, and feature alongside the many amateur musicians and singers who represent a selection of the many talents which perform in the local bars and pubs in and around the Fylde coast area.

There are also some up and coming singers involved, along with children from St Chads and Carr Head Schools, Poulton.

It has been twenty one years since an original Christmas song reached the number one position in the music charts, and for that fact we would like to try and get the tradition of a true Christmas song into a pole position this year.

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Tuesdays & Fridays 10.30am. Tel: 07594 658966 Fleetwood Spiritualist Church Fleetwood Spiritualist Church, 5, Oak St. Sundays 6.30 pm: Divine Service Mondays 7.30 pm: Spiritual Healing Tuesdays 7.30 pm: Open Circle Sunday 18th December at 6.30pm CAROL SERVICE Tuesday 20th December at 7.30pm CANDLELIGHT SERVICE WITH Minister Kathryn Grundy ALL WELCOME Live Wyre Gang Show 12th – 14th April 2012 Sign on is open to Beavers and Rainbows aged 6 years and over all Cubs, Scouts, Explorer’s and Adult Leaders Brownies, Guides, Senior Section, Young Leaders, and Adult Leaders. You don’t need to be on stage to join in there are lots of other things to do.Sign on date is 20th November 2011at Carleton Scout HQ. See website for more information: www.livewyregangshow.org.uk Fleetwood Camera Club We warmly welcome anyone interested in traditional photography and digital imaging. We give advice on all aspects of photography. We hold internal competitions and take part in external ones too. Photographic Group alternate Wednesdays. Travel Group - alternate Mondays

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We would be really pleased if you would come and share your photography experiences with us. Contact: Ritchie McCulloch 820249 Gigs at The Prince Arthur 46 - 48 Lord Street Fleetwood FY7 6DT. (This venue is a small Victorian high street pub selling reasonably priced real ales with a friendly music loving crowd. Warm Fleetwood welcome assured). www. facebook.com/thepastairwell. Here is the list of dates and artists for November and December 2011. All gigs commence 9.00pm till 11.30 and entry is free DECEMBER GIGS Friday 2nd THE MARAUDERS. Friday 9th BOOMIN’ Friday 16th JON BYRNE. Friday 23rd BOB ON Friday 30th TONY AUTON BAND PARKINSON”S UK Monday Dec 5th 7.30pm Cleveleys Park Methodist Church Hall, West Drive Cleveleys FY5 2BL. Brian Brodie {Vocalist Mr 60s}. Please note a later finishing time of 9-15pm. Monday Jan 9th 2012 7.30pm Talk & demonstration of the Lee Silverman Voice Technique, given by a Speech and Language Therapist in our area. Support, advice and info is provided for people with Parkinson”s along with their partners, family members and friends, and all new members will be made most welcome. Further Info Marjorie Fleming 01253 868086 Email: marjoriefleming@talktalk. net Chris Whyham 01253 893571 Email: whyham@ talktalk.net

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The Mount 11th Dec 6.30pm Rotary Club Carol Service with Blackpool Brass. 18th Dec 10.45am Carol Service. Christmas Eve 11.30pm Midnight Communion Service.

ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS ARRANGEMENTS December is a very busy time of the year for everyone and particularly for our churches. Here is a brief guide to the Advent and Christmas season services and events for each of our churches. You will be warmly welcomed at any of these services.

Trinity Baptist 18th Dec 10.45am Nativity Presentation.

18th Dec 6.30pm Carols by Candlelight Christmas Day 10.45am Christmas Day Service.

St David’s Christmas Eve 5.00pm Carols round the Crib for all the family. Christmas Eve 9.30pm First Communion of Christmas.

St Edmund’s Christmas Day 9.30am Christmas Day Mass. New Year’s Eve 6.00pm Vigil Mass.

St Mary’s Christmas Eve 8.00pm Christmas Vigil Mass preceded by Carols at 7.30pm. Christmas Day 9.00am Christmas Day Mass.

St Nicholas Christmas Eve 5.00pm Crib Service and First Mass of Christmas. Christmas Day 8.00am Mass. Christmas Day 9.30am Sung Mass.

St Paul’s 11th Dec 3.00pm Service of Nine Lessons and Carols 18th Dec 11.00am Nativity Service. Christmas Eve 11.30pm Communion with Carols. Christmas Day 10.00am Christmas Day Service.

St Peter’s 4th Dec 6.30pm Carols and blessing of Memorial lights. 18th Dec 3.00pm Parish Carol Service.

Christmas Eve 11.30pm Midnight Mass of the Nativity Christmas Day 11.00am Holy Communion on Christmas Day.

Trinity Methodist 18th Dec 4.00pm Christingle Service.

Christmas Day 10.45am Christmas Day Service.

United Reformed Church 18th Dec 10.45am Christmas Presentation 18th Dec 6.30pm Carols by Candlelight.

Christmas Eve 11.30pm Service for Christmas Eve. Christmas Day 10.45am Service for Christmas Day. Emmanuel Church – please see Church Notice Board for details There are many other events during the weeks leading up to Christmas – apologies for not detailing all of these. However, can we draw your attention to the FLEETWOOD CHURCHES TOGETHER CHRISTMAS SONGS OF PRAISE on Wednesday 14th December at 7.30pm at The Mount Methodist Church. This will feature a concert by Blackpool Male Voice Choir and Congregational Carols Entrance is free but there will be a retiring collection for “Save the Children” Everyone welcome.

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EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES IN DECEMBER St. Paul’s Church Warren Ave South Fleetwood - Book Sale at the Coffee Morning Friday 2nd December 10am-12noon. Admission Free. Bible Reading and Prayers at 9.45 am Led by Rev. Virgil Tountas. No Coffee Morning in January. Book Sale at the Coffee Morning Friday 3rd February 2012 10am12noon Admission Free. Bible Reading and Prayers at 9.45 am Led by Rev. Virgil Tountas.

On behalf of all the churches in the town, can we wish you all a very happy and blessed Christmas and a peaceful New Year.

St Wulstan’s Christmas Eve 6.30pm Family Vigil Mass. Christmas Eve 11.30pm Carols followed by Midnight Mass. New Years Day 10.00am Sunday Mass.

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Fleetwood Gym would like to take this opportunity to wish all our members and the readers of the LINK-Magazine a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!.

2011 has been yet another big year for us, we have continued to grow and know have 11 football teams competing in three separate leagues. Our Under 6’s go from strength to strength and train regularly every Saturday on King Georges 10am, Our Under 7’s and 8’s have just signed up to the Poulton and District friendly League and play games every other week so they can train and develop in the weeks between.

They are Marina Fisheries(Under 7’s), Link Magazine(Under 8’s), North Wst UVPC( Under 9’s), Smooth Finish Plasterers ( Under 10’s), Port Catering Equipment (Under 11’s), ROAB (Under 12’s), Foulds Metals and Scooby Spares(Under 13’s). Mike Sandersons Electrical’s (Under 14’s Yellows), Chadwicks and Simmons Commercials (Under 14’s Blues) With out your support the teams would be without new kits!!

2011 also brought success when we won back our Darren Smith Memorial Cup, now in its third At the end of the season all the Under 7’s and 8’s year this is the first year we have won it as a full will play in a league festival of football. Our Under club competition.

9’s have come on greatly after picking up 14 new players in only two months, they are a new team We arranged the new years day dip and raised but are now holding there own and developing £1000 for Brian’s Houses Children Hospice, and into good footballers. After just missing out on we will continue to arrange the dip always to promotion last season our Under 10’s have gone raise funds for local charities. strait back into it and are again pushing for a top two position. Some new players have come so On New years day 2012 we will raise money for the team continues to grow. local girls Molly Robinson and Leah Garfit, if you would like to take part in the sponsored dip then Our Under 11’s moved from 7 a side to 11 a side contact Barry Whittaker for a sponsor form on and continue to adapt to this huge jump from a 07775928332. mini pitch to a full adult size pitch!!! A jump that is to much for 10/11 year old children but hopefully I hope 2012 will bring even more success for us the new 9 a side game will help this jump out in at Fleetwood Gym and to you our members and the future. readers of LINK. The Under 12’s continue to battle on and promotion in there mind. The Under 12’s league is a hugely fought league so we wish them luck next year. The Under 13’s have had a Hugh turn around this year, finishing last season with only 8 players in May they now have a full squad and a change of fortune. At Under 14’s we had such an influx of players that we were able to create another team so now have two teams competing in the Blackpool and District League.

Both team are doing well with both teams looking for a promotion push in all the teams are really developing as teams and the players are improving all the time.

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11.00am. Join in with fun, action rhymes and enjoy a short story. Thurs 10th Nov Story Time. 2.15pm – 2.45pm. Story times for toddlers and pre-school children. Enjoy stories and lots of fun activities. Fri 11th Nov Baby Bounce and Rhyme. 11.30am – 12.00pm. Songs, actions, rhymes and a lot of knee-bouncing! Sat 12th Nov Board Games Club.

Visit Fleetwood, on the Esplanade, is open 7 days a 11 – 12pm. Mon 14th Nov 12Up Club (Teenage Reading week from 10.30am to 4.30pm Group). 3.45pm – 4.45pm. A Reading Group for ages 12 and upwards. Join us to chat about the books you’ve Fleetwood Local Recycling Centre read, make new friends and keep up with new books.

Jameson Road, Fleetwood Serving Wyre Recycling Weds 16th Nov Toddler Rhyme Time. 10.30am – 11.00am. needs. Open 8am-7pm everyday 362 days a year, Join in with fun, action rhymes and enjoy a short story. excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day Thurs 17th Nov Story Time. 2.15pm – 2.45pm. Story times www.lancswasteinfo.com for toddlers and pre-school children. Enjoy stories and lots Fleetwood Market 2011 - 9.00 am - 4.30pm Tues, Thurs, of fun activities. Fri 18th Nov Baby Bounce and Rhyme.

11.30am – 12.00pm. Songs, actions, rhymes and a lot of Fri, Sat. plus every Bank Holiday knee-bouncing! Sat 19th Nov Board Games Club. 11 – 12pm. Mon 21st Nov Chatterbooks. 3.45pm – 4.45pm.

Fleetwood Tide Times A reading group for 8 – 11 year olds. Mon 21st Nov Daily updates www.tidetimes.org.uk/Fleetwood.html Sea Change event details TBC. Weds 23rd NovToddler Rhyme Time. 10.30am – 11.00am. Join in with fun, action YMCA London Street rhymes and enjoy a short story. Thurs 24th Nov Story Tuesdays 7.30-8.30pm Step and Tone. Wednesdays Time. 2.15pm – 2.45pm. Story times for toddlers and pre10am-11.30am dru Yoga, 2.30-4pm Ballroom Dancing Thursdays, 6-7pm Legs, Tums and Bums, Friday’s 6-8pm school children. Enjoy stories and lots of fun activities. Fri 25th Nov Baby Bounce and Rhyme. 11.30am – 12.00pm. age 9-13 transition Project free of charge, Saturday Songs, actions, rhymes and a lot of knee-bouncing! Sat 10-12pm age 5-9 transition Project free of charge 26th Nov Lancashire Day event 10-12noon – A family All at the Lofthouse Building London Street 01253 event with Coffee morning and treats with the folk 872320 Richard Molyneux group ‘Clann Bheatha’ playing in the library with a special Events at Chatsworth Library in December Board Games Club with Lancashire games and special Thursday 8th Dec 2-3.30pm. Local Author Margaret prizes. Sat 26th Nov LAL Family Christmas event 1-4pm Blake will be talking about her latest book and her life Christmas craft activities – a family event (parent must as an author. Thursday 15th Dec 2-3.30pm. Chatsworth attend). Weds 30th Nov Toddler Rhyme Time. 10.30am Reading Group will be discussing favourite books with a – 11.00am. Join in with fun, action rhymes and enjoy a Christmas theme over coffee and mince pies. Thursday short story. Fleetwood Enquiries Fleetwood Library and 22nd Dec 2-3.00pm. Christmas Crafts and Storytime.

Information Service Lancashire County Council T: 01253 Christmas songs, stories and activities for under 5’s and 775800 F: 01253 775804 www.lancashire.gov.uk their parents or carers. The Whodunits Reading Group 1st Fleetwood Scouts Christmas Fayre 4th Dec @ the will be taking a break until February Mount Hotel Fleetwood 12noon-4pm – Book a Table to sell your Christmas Crafts - £7.50. Please contact Belinda Ongoing Events Every Monday, GO ON from 1.30-3.00 an internet based Armstrong on 877818. email a.b.armstrong@btinternet. com computer course for beginners. The course is tutor supported with topics from using a mouse to searching ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS for jobs online. To book a place contact the library.

WYRE: meet at Cleveleys Park Methodist Church, West Knit, Natter and Sew from 2-3pm. Bring any crafts and Dr, Cleveleys, FY5 2BQ. 10am - 12.00 first Thurs of the join in the gossip! Refreshments will be provided. month. Next meetings, Dec 1st, Jan 5th, Feb 2nd, Mar Every Tuesday Job Club 1.30-4.30 Need help creating a CV or improving your interview techniques? A Tutor with 1st. For further info contact Alison or Sharon at the local Dementia/Alzheimers Office 01253 - 312893 the Adult College will be on hand to help.

Every Thursday Morning 10.00-11.00 A representative Dance Skull from Help Direct will be here to offer help and support.

Adult Beginners tap dancing, Mondays at 19:30. Exercise Unsure which department to contact for help? Ask Help Direct. 10:30-11:00 Toddler Rhyme Time. Songs, rhymes and fun in one class! Group drama classes for children, Mondays at 18:00 for 5 - 10yrs, and 18:45 for 11 - 16yrs. and stories for the under 5s and their carers.

Every Friday GO ON from 10.00-11.30 an internet based Make friends and build confidence. At St. Davids Church, Fleetwood Road, Fleetwood. For further details contact computer course for beginners. The course is tutor gailskull@hotmail.co.uk or tel. 07901 788883. supported with topics from using a mouse to searching for jobs online. To book a place contact the library.

Christmas Carboot at Fleetwood Sea Cadet Base, Under Fives Storytime, 2.15-2.45pm. Half an hour of Princes Way on Sunday 11th December from 8am to stories and an occasional rhyme.

1pm including raffle, tombola, and lucky dip. The café Details for all events are available from:will also be open for customers where hot and cold Chatsworth Library, Chatsworth Ave, Fleetwood drinks, hot snacks and mince pies will be available.

01253 771601 chatsworth.library@lancashire.gov.uk FLEETWOOD LIBRARY Weds 2nd Nov Toddler Rhyme Time.10.30am – 11.00am. Join in with fun, action rhymes and enjoy a short story. Thurs 3rd Nov Story Time.

2.15pm – 2.45pm. Story times for toddlers and pre-school children. Enjoy stories and lots of fun activities. Fri 4th Nov Baby Bounce and Rhyme. 11.30am – 12.00pm. Songs, actions, rhymes and a lot of knee-bouncing! Sat 5th Nov Board Games Club. 11 – 12pm. Tues 8th Nov Adult Reading Group. 2.15pm – 3.15pm. Book for discussion – Alan Bennett – Uncommon reader. All welcome Join us for an informal chat over coffee and discuss this month’s book. Weds 9th Nov Toddler Rhyme Time. 10.30am –

Activities Fylde Coast YMCA The Lofthouse Building, London Street, Fleetwood FY7 6JL. Monday: Pilates: 6.00-7.00pm. Tuesday: Belly Dancing: 6.30-7.30pm.

Wednesday: Yoga: 10.00-11.30am. Thursday: After School Drama Club: 4.00-4.45pm – 4-7 years. 4.455.30pm – 8-11 years. For more information contact Hannah – Lofthouse Manager on 01253 872 320

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1st Fleetwood Scouts

Scout Hut, St. John’s Ave, Fleetwood www.1stfleetwoodscoutgroup.org.uk 1st Fleetwood Scout Group is open to both boys and girls and meets on Mon, Tues & Wed nights.

Monday is Cub Scouts aged 8-10 years Section Leader Tracy Douglas, Tuesday is Beaver Scouts aged 6-8 Section Leader Julie Winterbottom and Scouts is Wednesday aged 10-14 years Section Leader is Clare May. Camping, Hiking, climbing, backwoods cooking, trips out, IT, DIY, to name just a few activities. There are loads of badges and awards the children can work towards gaining, to suit all ages, interests and capabilities. Contact: Belinda Armstrong Tel: 877818. Email: a.b.armstrong@btinternet.com

Air Cadets

1301 (Fleetwood Squadron) Grange Road, Fleetwood FY7 8BH Time: 7 - 9.15pm Tues & Thurs Age: 13-17 yrs 6 months. Turn up on the night

Army Cadets

Preston Street, Fleetwood. Tel: 01772 717078 www.lancashirearmycadets.com Time: Mon & Weds 7-9pm (turn up on Night) Age: (Year 8) 12-18 yrs 9 months Cost: Free 4-6 trial period followed by £10 enrolment fee (to cover insurance) and you will receive a free uniform. Group run by Adult Volunteers

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208 Lord Street, Fleetwood. Tel: 873098 Time: 7 - 9pm Every other Friday Next one: 2nd, 16th Dec. Hot free drinks

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Mount Methodist & Trinity Methodist

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Milton Youth & Community Centre, Blakiston Street, Fleetwood FY7 6QW Time: Tues, Thurs 7 - 9.30pm Fri 6 - 8.30pm Age: 13 yr -19yrs Fleetwood Youth Club has all the usual youth club activities like pool, table tennis, cooking, gaming and games including X Box. Bike clubs and much more. We also offer youth advice.

Contact: Brian Wood Email: Brian.Wood@ lancashire.gov.uk Phone: 01253 775100 Activity Costs: Per session fee Cost for young people: £0.20

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Sea Cadets

Princes Way, Fleetwood, Lancs, FY7 8PG Tel: 01253 771866 Email fleetwoodseacadets@btinternet.com www.units.ms-sc.org/fleetwood/Default Time: 7 - 9.15pm Tues & Fri Age: 10-18 yrs Fleetwood Sea Cadets are part of a nationwide voluntary uniformed youth organisation, open to all young people aged 12 to 18. The Marine Cadets is for young people aged 13 to 18 and has a Junior Sections open to those of 10 to 12 years of age. It is Britain’s most successful nautical organisation for the development of young people with Units run by enthusiastic adult volunteers.

St. Peters & St. Davids Youth Club

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Trinity Baptist Church

206 Poulton Road, Fleetwood, Lancashire FY7 7LB Time: Every Thursday evening school term time only, 5 6.30pm. Age: 5-14 or early teens We have lots of activities on the Thursday, including football, crafts & cookery. In school holidays, trips out are arranged, and a holiday club is set-up during the last week.

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Your Monthly Horoscope ARIES MARCH 21 - APRIL 20 Your ruler, the energetic and fiery Mars is in practical Virgo and is now travelling through the work, fitness and wellness sector of your chart.

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TAURUS APRIL 21 - MAY 21 December will be a transformational month for Taurus. Venus, your ruler, is in practical Capricorn where powerful Pluto resides. Several areas of your life will come under intense scrutiny now.

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LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23 You are accustomed to making everyone else in your life happy, but this month you can tend to your own needs without guilt. Venus, your ruling planet, is in practical, hard working Capricorn and it’s a time for pushing your own personal projects and interests ahead.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22 Three planets light up two very personal areas of your chart bringing your values, your communication and your self-expression to the forefront. Powerful Pluto, your ruler, is strong in ambitious Capricorn. You are in the position to make an impression on others, and to assert your personal influence.

GEMINI MAY 22 - JUNE 21 Your ruling planet Mercury will turn direct on the 14th, this is good news as all communications and plans that have been delayed can now start moving again. Energetic Mars in practical Virgo is stirring up your home and domestic life and new and creative ways of working can now emerge.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 21 Mars continues to animate and energize the most pivotal point in your chart. Jupiter highlights your work and your energy levels and sense of timing are good during this cycle. Others find you easy to be around, even inspiring and energizing, and are attracted to your assertiveness and courage.

CANCER JUNE 22 - JULY 22 Uranus, planet of surprises, is on the move again and after the 10th your Solar house of ambition and career is in the spotlight. An exciting opportunity may come your way, be prepared to have a broader perspective on all areas of your life. Communication works well and confidence is high.

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Your ruler is in Libra and you’ll need to find a balance when it comes to family matters.

LEO JULY 23 - AUGUST 23 The Sun and Mercury light up the playful area of your chart and you’re ready for excitement and adventure. People that you meet tend to stir you into new ways of thinking and new opportunities to travel and to further your education could arise. Demonstrating the perfect balance of selfassertion and cooperation is vital.

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VIRGO AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 22 The Sun and Mercury warm the domestic area of your chart. During this cycle, you are especially fond of life at home and with family. You’ll feel more receptive and gentle on a romantic level, and tend to be sentimental or nostalgic now. The eclipse on the 10th brings vibrant new energy.

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Furniture - White Goods - Electricals Homewares - Kitchenware - Baby Goods Clothes - Bric A Brac - Toys - Gifts Gold - Silver - Nic Nacs & much more HOUSE CLEARENCES UNDERTAKEN

We will buy your unwanted items for cash Cash for Gold/Silver Call for valuations or pop in to see us Items collected 7 Poulton Street, Fleetwood FY7 6LP

07791 141 698

info@magpiesfleetwood.co.uk www.magpiesfleetwood.co.uk

T: 01253 868267 | 96 Rossall Road, Cleveleys FY5 1HQ CRB Checked, fully Insured and First Aid Qualified

Full range of

Christmas Lights, Ornaments & Gifts!

Pick up a catalogue in store.

All items available or ordered on request.

PLUS ALL YOUR DIY NEEDS.

Don’t miss our

3for2 RANGE OF CHRISTMAS OFFERS

Key Cutting, Watch Batteries Fitted.

Cookware & Houseware Goods.

Great Range of Domestic Electrical Appliances.

Paint & Decorating Materials.

FREE local delivery avail

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KNOTT END

Hardware & Electrical Store 10 Wyre View, Knott End-on-Sea, Poulton-le-Fylde FY6 OAE

Telephone 01253 811703 40

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The Tanning and Beauty Salon with a Difference!

Beauty by Kathleen •All Types of Waxing •Facials •Thai Massage •Lash and Brow Tinting •Spray Tanning •Special Treatments •Gift Vouchers Available Special Offers

Semi-permanent Make-up £150 per procedure - eyebrows, eyeliner, lips. Compare our prices you will be surprised at the cost. Book early to avoid missing out! (valid end Feb 2012)

Hollywood Lash Extensions £30 full set

(valid end Feb 2012)

Full Body Spray Tan GET YOUR 2ND SPRAY TAN at 1/2 PRICE with this voucher (valid 31st Jan 2012)

15b Lower Green, Poulton-Le-Fylde

01253 899911

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Fleetwood Jokes & Comments Sent In

The Tomato Garden An old gentleman lived alone in New Jersey. He wanted to plant his annual tomato garden, but it was very difficult work, as the ground was hard.

His only son, Vincent, who used to help him, was in prison. The old man wrote a letter to his son and described his predicament: Dear Vincent, I am feeling pretty sad because it looks like I won’t be able to plant my tomato garden this year. I’m just getting too old to be digging up a garden plot. I know if you were here my troubles would be over. I know you would be happy to dig the plot for me, like in the old days.

Love, Papa A few days later he received a letter from his son.

Dear Papa, Don’t dig up that garden. That’s where the bodies are buried.

Love, Vinnie At 4 am the next morning, FBI agents and local police arrived and dug up the entire area without finding any bodies. They apologized to the old man and left. That same day the old man received another letter from his son.

Dear Papa, Go ahead and plant the tomatoes now. That’s the best I could do under the circumstances.

Love you, Vinnie

Alcohol Labels Just Like Cigarettes Liquor manufacturers have accepted the Government’s suggestion that the following warning labels be placed immediately on all varieties of alcohol containers: WARNING: The consumption of alcohol may make you think you are whispering when you are not.

WARNING: The consumption of alcohol may lead you to think people are laughing WITH you.

WARNING: the crumsumpten of alcohol may Mack you tink you kan tpye reel Gode.

Before you are too damned old Another year has passed And we’re all a little older.

Last summer felt hotter And winter seems much colder.

There was a time not long ago When life was quite a blast.

Now I fully understand About ‘Living in the Past’ We used to go to weddings, Football games and lunches.

Now we go to funeral homes, And after-funeral brunches.

We used to have hangovers, From parties that were gay.

Now we suffer body aches And wile the night away.

We used to go out dining, And couldn’t get our fill.

Now we ask for doggie bags, Come home and take a pill.

We used to often travel To places near and far.

Now we get sore asses From riding in the car.

We used to go to nightclubs And drink a little booze.

Now we stay home at night And watch the evening news.

That, my friend is how life is, And now my tale is told.

So, enjoy each day and live it up...

Before you’re too damned old!

WARNING: The consumption of alcohol may cause you to tell your friends over and over again that you love them.

WARNING: The consumption of alcohol may cause you to think you can sing.

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Queen Bee Cleaning FOR ALL YOUR

CLEANING REQUIREMENTS Friendly, reliable cleaning service for domestic or business • Weekly / Monthly Cleaning • One off Cleans • Spring Cleaning. Move-in/Move-out • End of Tenancy • Commercial Cleans • Electrical Cleaning • Carpet Cleaning, Caravans

01253 876330 Mobile: 07591441080

www.queenbeecleaning.co.uk

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HEALTH

HELPLINES

Al-Anon Family Groups - 020 7403 0888 www.al-anonuk.org.uk Alcoholic Anonymous - 0845 769 7555 Blackpool Fylde Wyre Samaritans

LOCAL SERVICES

Blackpool Council - 01253 477477 www.blackpool.gov.uk Wyre Borough Council - 01253 891000 Out of Hours - 01253 895116 www.wyrebc.gov.uk Regenda Housing - 0844 736 0066 Environment Agency - 0800 80 70 60 (24hr) www.environment-agency.gov.uk Neighbourhood Watch www.neighbourhoodwatch.net

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CHARITY

AGE UK Shops Fleetwood 45-47 Lord Street - 01253 770557 Christians Against Poverty 01253 875958 Help the Aged - 0808 800 6565

TRANSPORT

Blackpool Airport - 01253 343434 Manchester Airport - 0161 489 3000 UK Passport Advice - 0300 222 0000 Blackpool Transport Buses & Trams 01253 473000 Coast Guard Services 0151 931 3343 / 0151 931 3341 Knott End Ferry - 01253 891000 Tourist Information - 01253 773953 National Express - 0870 580 8080 National Rail - 08457 48 49 50 Highways Agency - 0845 50 40 30 Stagecoach - 01772 886633

OFFICIAL BODIES

Consumer Advice - 0845 04 05 06 www.consumerdirect.gov.uk Fair Trading & Consumer Help Line 01253 478395 Tax Credit Help Line - 0845 300 3900 www.hmrc.gov.uk TV Licensing - 0844 800 6772 Wyre District Citizens Advice 01253 308400 R.S.P.C.A - 01253 873616 P.D.S.A - 01253 838585

To add to this section email info@link-magazine.co.uk or call 01253 777545

Fleetwood Hospital - 01253 306 000 Blackpool Victoria Hospital - 01253 300 000 Rossall Hospital - 01253 300 000 Duty Chemist Sundays - Morrisons Cleveleys Group Practice - 01253 853992 NHS Direct (24hr Service) - 0845 4647 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk Dental Enquiries - Fylde & Wyre 01253 306378 (24hr 7 days) Out of Hours Emergency - 01253 308105 Fleetwood Health Centre - 01253 771136

01253 622218 Child Death Help Line - 0800 282 986 Child Line - 0800 1111 Connect Young People Centre - 01253 751047 Cruse Bereavement Help Line - 0844 477 9400 Drugs Talk to Frank - 0800 776600 Fighting For Freedom with Anorexia Nervosa 07985 673187 www.blackpool4me.com/hopeforanorexia Help Direct - 0303 3331021 Mental Health Help Line - 0500 639 000 Missing People - 0500 700 700 (24hr) National Debt Line - 0808 808 4000 National Domestic Violence - 0808 2000 247 N.S.P.C.C Child Protection - 0808 800 5000 Parent Line Plus - 0808 800 2222 Private Counselling - 01253 760600 Smoking Cessation - 0845 601 2186 Young Peoples Outreach Nurse (under 19) Fylde - 07917 587133 Wyre - 07795 605336 Bipolar Self Help Group Fleetwood 0845 4238926 email: mdffleetwood@gmail.com Fylde Coast Womens Aid 01253 596699 MOSAC - 01253 628598

Useful Numbers

EMERGENCY

Fleetwood Police Station North Church Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6HN Tel - 01253 876611 (24hrs) Enquiry Desk Open 8am - 8pm NON EMERGENCY ONLY Call 999 in an EMERGENCY ONLY Fire, Police, Ambulance and Coastguard CRIME STOPPERS CALL: 0800 555 111 Fire Safety Advice & FREE Home Fire Safety Check - 0800 169 1125 Gas Leaks (24hr) - 0800 111 999 Electricity - 01772 555995 Water Burst/No Water - 0845 746 2200 United Utilities - 0800 195 4141 Emergency Heating Repairs (24hr) 0845 074 4002

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IF YOUR READING THIS SO ARE YOUR CUSTOMERS? BOOK THIS SPACE BEFORE SOMEONE ELSE DOES TEL: 777545

DANSON’S GARAGE • Professional Car Storage • Dehumidified Secure Site • Owner Resident • Long Term / Short Term • Classic, Modern, Vintage • Full Workshop Facilities

Tel: 01253 790402 Mob: 07715 541526

NEED CASH FOR XMAS? Sell your old gold & silver for cash Highest prices in history

Jagar Jewellers - 01253 620048 11 Cedar Square, Blackpool, FY1 1BP

For Garage Doors with a 10 year guarantee it’s as easy as ABC. Expertly fitted by established local family business you can trust!

- Lancashire Garage Door Installation specialist.

FREE Estimate and 5% off with LINK-MAG • Garage Door Installation & Repairs • Electric Roller, Sectional & Up and Over Doors • Insurance Work • Remote control operated doors • Yearly Garage Door Service • Broken Wire Repair Service

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VOCAL COACH EXPERT CASTING AND MANAGEMENT

Call Philip to book a visit to your property

www.vocalcoachexpert.com Email: timestageschool@hotmail.com Telephone: 01253 779746 Mobile: 07989 144423

Telephone: 01253 864708 Philip: 07976 207 445

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MOWBRAY DRIVE GARAGE NOW OPEN Servicing

Tyre Replacement

General Repairs

Oil & Filter Changes

Paint work jobs, minor scratches to full resprays

Same day turnaround available

101a Mowbray Drive Blackpool FY3 7UN 01253 302691 www.mowbraydrive.co.uk

The Computerman Got a problem with your PC, laptop, or internet?

You need to call The Computerman T.

01253 315445

CALLING ALL PLUMBERS, ROOFERS, ELECTRICIANS & BUILDERS HAVE YOUR CHRISTMAS WEIGH-INS COLLECTED FROM YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS PREMISES AT THE BEST DELIVERED-IN PRICES WE WEIGH, PAY AND TAKE IT AWAY AVOID WASTE CARRIERS LICENCE FEES

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Lots of Merry Deals this Christmas!

Wait don’t discard that expensive Xbox disc the kids scratched or laser burned, bring it in store We will restore it like new for only

£2.99 per disc

THEE ITH TH WWITH

F VAST RANGE OUCTS PROD BUILT-IN FROM THE OMTHE FR DS LEADING BRELAECNTRICAL N MIKE SANDERSOE LEADING IS ONE OF TH S PROVIDER WEST IN THE NORTH

Most Products Displayed in store can be

DELIVERED SAME DAY/NEXT DAY

We will even arrange your original door to be re-fitted!

Come along & view

THE BIGGEST range of Discount FREESTANDING Appliances in the area!

FREE Delivery

FREE Installation

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FREE Disposal ap

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ALL THE LEADING BRANDS OF TVs AVAILABLE with that Spec ial Mike Sanderso n Service!

ALL DELIVERED FREE & SET UP TO YOUR LIKING Voted the best in service for electricals anywhere!

www.mikesandersonelectricals.com

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