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The response has been excellent, with various artists from all over the Fylde area, bringing their paintings and art work to be displayed on the café walls.

There is a wide range of styles, techniques and subject matter, that makes this a most interesting collection of local art.

We are now looking forward to having more artists bringing their work for display.

Stardrop by Nigel Goode Acrylic on Canvas

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Councillor urges people to get behind Olympics

Jubilee and the Olympics torch. It will all be very enjoyable for everyone – and it’s a chance for us to show the world what a great place Fylde is.”

A leading councillor is calling for crowds to cheer on the Olympic torchbearers when they pass through Lytham, St Annes, Fairhaven and Warton on 23 June.

The 23 June torchbearing starts at 6.20am at Royal Lytham and St Annes Golf Club. It is the same day as Lytham Club Day and it is hoped that people will set their alarm clocks a few hours earlier and make a long day of it by attending both events.

One torchbearer’s name has been released so far

by Olympic organisers. Student social worker Sue The torchbearing route is as follows: Fearnley of Mather Street, Blackpool, will be running • 6.20am to 7.18am – leaves Royal Lytham and the Warton leg. Further details in ‘notes to editors’ St Annes Golf Club; Beauclerk Road; St Thomas’ below.

Road; Clifton Drive South; King Edward Avenue; For most people it will be a once-in-a-lifetime Inner Promenade to Ansdell Road South; Clifton opportunity to witness such a historic event – and Drive; West Beach, Central Beach; Lytham Councillor David Eaves is urging people not to miss Windmill. their chance.

The torch will then be carried by vehicle convoy Councillor Eaves, Fylde Council leader, said: “It’s to the Land Registry building in Warton: too good a chance to miss and I’m asking people to • 7.22am to 7.44am. Torchbearers carry the flame take their children and grandchildren along to see from the Land Registry along Lytham Road to the this historic event. roundabout between Warton and Freckleton.

“Fylde is very fortunate to have been chosen to be The torch will then be carried by vehicle convoy on the route. The eyes of the world will be on Fylde to Preston. for a short time in June and we want to give an enthusiastic reception.

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It looks like being an exciting end to the 2011/12 campaign for the YMCA. The Under 9 and 10 7-a-side teams have both reached the Poulton Primary League’s Coulton Cup Finals at Fleetwood Town FC’s ground on 21st April, The Under 9s kicking off at 9.30am and the Under 10s at 11.00am. In the Blackpool & Dist Youth Football 11-a-side League the club’s Under 14s and 15s have both reached their Hogan Cup Finals to be played on a date to be announced next month and the Under 11s and 12 are hoping to join them. Both play their semi finals at Stanley Park Arena on 15th April.

After clinching Cup Final places the Under 14s and 15s are now chasing league and cup doubles with both teams currently clear leaders of their respective leagues. The Under 12s’ chances of winning their league championship are probably slim now but are hopeful of finishing in runners up spot and the Under 13s have a realistic chance of ending up in 3rd spot.

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With six years of BGT experience under her belt, Holden can stand her ground with Cowell when it comes to judging talent.

However, the motheroftwo, who won an award for her performance in the West End production of Shrek The Musical, has also had a successful TV career in shows like Wild At Heart, Kiss Me Kate and Cutting It. "Alesha and I get on really well, she's like me  girly, fun and feisty. I didn't know David before the show or what sort of judge he would be but he's excellent. He's taken to it really quickly. He's got an excellent poker face too." "There was a group of people that passed my goosebump test with flying colours.

We've certainly never had an act like this on the show before and they gave me that feeling in my tummy that I always get when I think I've seen a winner.

"I've seen enough of the street dancing though. Diversity and Flawless had such a wow factor, which they still have now. They set the bar really high and a lot of the dance troupes we've had on the show since just don't live up to the expectations we now have. Bring back lycra and sequins, I want more of that!"

The former MisTeeq singer has carved out a solo career as well as making it on the small screen, following her Strictly Come Dancing win. The latter led to a judging stint on the BBC show, before she headed over to Britain's Got Talent. "I think the best way to describe it would be mad! We've had lots of colourful contestants, lots of banter between us judges, some amazing talent and some not so amazing talent. It's been really nice coming from Strictly, which is a little bit more reserved." "I loved the brilliantly bad acts. They're not necessarily talented but they have a special quality that entertains you and you really root for them.

"I do, however, hate it when people are so bad that they're not even funny. It's always a letdown if they come and talk their act up, then they're just terrible." "Whether it's a dancing dog, a comedian, singer or dancer, it has to be someone that connects with the audience and works hard at their talent."

 One half of a comic partnership with sidekick Matt Lucas, Walliams has kept the nation in stitches on shows like Little Britain and Come Fly With Me. "I'm loving it. It's a weird one  you can't prepare anything because you're just reacting to people. The role felt natural straight away. I'm really enjoying winding up Simon, it's fun. I just wish I was sitting a bit nearer to him!" "There was a singing duo that really stood out.

They blew us away. We've seen some great young comics, although it's hard to find a comedian that everyone thinks is funny. I'm a shameful exhibitionist, so if there's any chance to get up on stage, I'm there! I was really excited by one of the acts so I went up and joined them for a song.

"There was a performing pest controller and a guy who sang a song for his girlfriend that didn't work though." "I'd like the winner to do something that we've never seen before and for them to be undeniably talented."

"Someone or something we've never seen before. It's a very special year for the Queen with her Diamond Jubilee, so I want to find the best act yet."

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Coastal Chiropractic Clinic Coastal Chiropractic Clinic has helped improve the quality of day to day lives for many people in the local community.

The clinic’s intention is to provide Chiropractic care to all the family, from children to the elderly with the aim of reducing the aches, pains and stiffness that people suffer with daily and just put up with.

Doctor of Chiropractic, Adam Carlisle, opened the clinic in 2009. Both he and a family member gained great benefit from Chiropractic care. So great in fact that Adam decided to study to become a Chiropractor himself and help others. He is a registered member of the General Chiropractic Council.

Do you suffer from...

Neck Pain/Stiffness Lower Back Pain/Stiffness Headaches/Migraines Arm/Leg Aches/Pains Sports Injuries ‘Wear & Tear’ General Aches & Pains

Your SHORT term & LONG term suffering could be eased!

Such complaints commonly seen at the Coastal Chiropractic Clinic are

Do you look after your spine like you look after your eyes, teeth, hair, nails & fitness?

If not call for a check-up today...

• Neck, Shoulder, Mid and Lower back aches, pains and stiffness • Headaches and Migraines • Arm and leg aches and pains • Sport Injuries

10% OFF YOUR FIRST VISIT

If you are feeling the stress and tension please do not just put up with it. The Coastal Chiropractic Clinic would like to try and help.

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Tel 01253 727720 Mobile 07906 832156

36 St Andrews Road South, St Annes FY8 1PS

www.Coastal-ChiropracticClinic.com

Registered with the General Chiropractic Council

Member of the British Chiropractic Association

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Lytham St Annes News

Fylde’s new Spitfire taxis for take-off

The fighter was piloted by Sergeant Allan Lever-Ridings who died on the sortie. His mother and grandparents lived in St Annes and surviving relatives will attend the dedication service.

Spitfire Memorial Fund volunteer John Coombes can be contacted on 01772 632020 (work) or 01253 714818 (home).

Councillor Sue Fazackerley, Fylde Council Cabinet member for Leisure and Culture, said: “This memorial will be a very welcome addition to the attractions of Fairhaven Lake.

Planning councillors have granted planning permission for a full-sized RAF Fighter and Bomber Command memorial at Fairhaven Lake.

“The volunteers have done a great job in bringing this important part of the area’s history back to life. I’m sure that visitors will be fascinated by such a spectacle – and to learn of the role of ordinary Lytham St Annes citizens in helping to raise the funds to fight the last world war.

The memorial’s centrepiece will be a 31ft-long Supermarine Spitfire with 35ft wingspan. It will be mounted on a support and be 27ft above the ground on land between the miniature golf course and the lake.

“Many from our area, of course, were combatants.

Those who stayed behind raised an incredible £6,500 to buy the area’s own Spitfire.

The replica aircraft will be the same in every detail as the Spitfire W3644 that was bought by Lytham St Annes residents as part of the Wings for Victory campaign in 1941.

“More significantly than the money, we remember Sergeant Allan Lever-Ridings who was killed in action flying the Spitfire. Britain may not have won the war if it had not been for the bravery of relatively small numbers of flyers like Sergeant Lever-Ridings.

Money for the replica has been raised by locally based Spitfire Memorial Fund volunteers who hope to install the plane on 20 June this year ahead of a dedication service on 24 June.

“The memorial will be a full-sized replica and a talking point for visitors and for generations of residents who were born after the war. Fylde keenly awaits its installation and dedication.”

The 24 June service has been chosen as it will be the 70th anniversary of the day when Spitfire W3644 was shot down off the Devon coastline while returning from escorting Boston bombers which had been on a bombing mission over Morlaix in France.

The fibre-glass plane will be set at an angle so it appears to be swooping.

The Air Ministry named the 19 Squadron fighter “Lytham St Annes” as the area’s residents had raised £6,500 for its purchase.

The memorial will also incorporate an information screen and roll of honour containing the names of fighter, bomber and Coastal Command aircrew.

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• Events at Lytham Library Every Tuesday 10.30-11 Baby Bounce and Rhyme - fun for babies and their parents, grandparents and carers.

Every Wednesday 10.30-11 Toddler Time singing and stories for toddlers and their parents, grandparents and carers.

1st and 3rd Tuesday 2.30-4.30 Family History Group.

Nattering Knitters 11-12 alternate Mondays Tuesday 1.30-4.30 Business Link business advice Every Friday Online basics session 10am -12 (booking essential) Contact details Email: Lytham.library@lancashire.gov.uk Tel: 01253 736745 • Events at St Annes Library Every Monday 10 -10.30 Baby Bounce and Rhyme - fun for babies and their parents, grandparents and carers.

Every Monday 11-11.30 Toddler Time singing and stories for toddlers and their parents, grandparents and carers.

Every Tuesday Storytime 11am 1st Wednesday 10am and 2nd Thursday 2pm each month – reading groups. Come and join in the discussions.

1st and 3rd Friday every month 10-12 Knit Together– all welcome to knit, chat and enjoy a brew.

2nd and 4th Friday every month Crochet class 10-12 – all welcome to drop in.

1st Tuesday 2-4 and 3rd Wednesday 2-4 Family History Group.

Every Thursday Online basics session 10am -12 (booking essential) 1st and 3rd Tuesday 10am Together Wii Play.

Supported WiiFit Sessions aimed at older people to discover the latest fun way to keep active.

Every Friday Work Club 9.30 -12 drop in help with job seeking including job searching and CV writing.

Every Monday one to one help with online forms and CV writing, booking essential.

Monday 21st May Chatterbooks 3.454.45pm for children aged 8-11.

Wednesday 16th May Collecting History Day 1-4pm. Held in conjunction with the Museum Service, bring along your older unusual items.

Saturday 26th May “Stress Management for Health and Wellbeing” 1-3pm free tickets available at the library.

Contact details Email: stannes.library@lancashire.gov.uk Tel: 01243 643900

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• Events at Ansdell Library Every Tuesday 2pm Story times.

Every Thursday 10.30am Baby Bounce and Rhyme fun for babies and their parents, grandparents and carers.

Every Monday, Toddler Rhyme Time 10.3011am singing and stories for toddlers and their parents, grandparents and carers.

Every Friday Online basics session 2pm -4 (booking essential).

Tuesday 8th and 22nd May Knit and Natter 10.30am. Thursday 10th and 24th May Shared reading group for adults 2-3.30pm.

Saturday 12th and 19th May Get started... knitting 10.30-11.30am. Monday 14th May Poetry Writers’ Group 2pm. Tuesday 15th May 9.30-10.30am. Get Started...OnRL – An introduction to our on-line reference library. Booking required. Wednesday 16th May Cake decorating demonstration 2-4.30pm tickets £3 from the library.

Morning Reading Group – Friday 18th May 10.30am. Monday 21 May Roots family history group 2-4pm. Booking required.

Contact details - Tel: 01253 738554 Email: Ansdell.library@lancashire.gov.uk • Warton Juniors Badminton Club Saturdays 9-10am, 10-11.30am 11.30 -1pm Ages 7 -18 For more details contact Dorothy Barrett: 01253 739801 Mike Cooper: 01772 633402 • Stitch & Chat Club Every Monday. Classes for over 60’s with tuition in card making, general crafts, crochet, knitting & cross stitch. Further info contact Brenda Kovacs 01253 405138.

Venue: Dunsop Court, off Waterloo Road, South Shore.

• Dementia & Alzheimers Support Group Fylde We meet at The United Reform Church, Bannister St. Lytham, FY8 5HP. 10am - 12.

Second Wednesday in the month. Next meetings; 9th May, 13th July. For further information please contact Alison or Sharon at the local Dementia/Alzheimers Office 01253 - 312893.

• Working From home?

Would you like to meet others in the situation? We meet every first & third Thursday at The Hole In One, Forest Drive, Lytham. For further details email f.gray@btconnect.com

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• Fylde Croquet Club General club meetings every Wednesday afternoon/evening and Sunday afternoon. Club takes part in several Northwest leagues and national knockout competitions. Come and discover croquet and give it a try at one of our free taster sessions on Sat 5th, Sun 6th and Mon 7th May. Drop in anytime between 2 –5 pm at South Shore Tennis Club, Midgeland Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 5H. A six week Beginners course starts Tues 15th May, 6.00pm.

More details at www.fyldecroquet.co.uk or telephone Liz on 01253 735266.

• The South Fylde Branch of RAFA We meet every Wednesday evening from 7:30pm with the meetings officially opened at 8:00pm for usually 1 hour. The venue is Richard Peck House at 1 St Thomas Road, St Annes. Meetings provide a warm welcome to its members and any serving or ex service RAF members; enjoying quiz nights, guest speakers and film presentations. Further information Chairman Mr A J Barrett 01253 721879 • PETITION RE AIR AMBULANCE FUEL DUTY Hi, Please may I bring to your attention a petition to encourage the Government to exempt Air Ambulance services from duty on the fuel they use, in the same way as the Lifeboats (RNLI) are exempt. If we gain 100,000 signatures, Parliament is duty bound to debate the issue - currently we have over 15,000 signatures.

Thank you for your support for this magnificent volunteer funded service.Please pass on to all of your UK friends. http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk petitions/29349 • Lytham St Annes & Blackpool Amnesty Group Wed May 2nd 7.00pm. Open Evening . Non members welcome. Richard Barnes will be giving an illustrated talk about his 2011 study tour to Israel and The West Bank, and the prospects for future peace. United Reformed Church, St Georges Rd, St Annes, FY8 2AE. Queries to jenniferjaynes@live.co.uk or ring 01253 732640 • St Margarets Church St Leonards Road West/Rowsley Road, St Annes FY8 2NT. Saturday May 5th 10:30-4:00. Flowers, craft and music festival, stalls, refreshments. Free admission.

• Book Sale Lytham Methodist Church, Park Street (Westby Street entrance and outside if weather permits) Saturday 19th May 10am - 3pm.100s of hard backs / paper backs at reasonable prices. Tea/ coffee and biscuits available £1. Come and browse and buy!

• FYLDE SPEAKERS CLUB 40 Years of Speaking: Fylde Speakers Club: Charter Lunch Fylde Speakers club celebrated the 40th anniversary of their Charter as a member of the Association of Speakers Clubs on Sunday 15th April 2012 at the Dalmeny Hotel St Annes.

The day consisted of a wonderful three course lunch interspersed with toasts from members of the Association of Speakers Clubs, and was topped off with a raffle.

We were pleased to have the National President, Robert Ramsay who came all the way from Arbroath to celebrate with the club.

We enjoyed the company of past and current Presidents and had many guests from other regional Speakers Clubs.

The following speakers clubs were represented: Wyre Speakers Club, Morecambe Ladies, Morecambe, Burnley and District Speaking Club, Standish Speakers club, Burnley and Pendle, Garstang Ladies and Blackburn Castle.

The first 40 years of the Fylde Speakers Club have been full of life and we are sure that the next 40 years will be equally as full.

We would love to welcome new members to the club. The club is open to everyone at any level of speaking whether you are terrified or love speaking in public come and join us.

We meet every second Wednesday at the Assembly Rooms, Dicconson Terrace in Lytham.

For more information please contact Lynne Martin on 07751 936 555.

Fylde Speakers Club: Taking the Fear out of Public Speaking

• Treasures of the Lytham St Annes Art Collection May 31 – July 25 at the Fylde Gallery, Booths, Haven Rd, Lytham. Paintings, sculpture and Chinese ivories on show. Free admission.

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Lytham’s spectacular outdoor summer The May blossom is out and there’s already a healthy demand for tickets for the outdoor plays at Lytham Hall this summer. Tickets for the season of four plays in June, July and August are selling well as Lytham St. Annes’ folks think ahead to a spectacular summer of outdoor events.

Chapterhouse Theatre Company will launch the season at Lytham Hall on Friday 15 June. The company will make their Lytham debut with Richard Main’s production of Jane Austen’s popular novel Emma which has been adapted for the stage by Laura Turner.

Illyria will return to Lytham Hall after three very successful shows last summer with Oliver Gray’s production of one of Shakespeare’s most patriotic plays Henry V on Tuesday 3 July.

Oliver Gray is looking forward to being part of the Lytham Hall bill once again.

“We love the enthusiasm of our loyal followers on the Lancashire coast”, he said, “and our choice of Henry V for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee year is meeting with much approval.”

And just eight days later there’s a real coup for the town. On Thursday 12 July the Hall will play host to one of the first performances by Illyria of Gilbert and Sullivan’s operetta HMS Pinafore. This second musical production by the company, following a triumph with Pirates of Penzance in 2011, will subsequently play around 50 open air dates at outdoor venues throughout the country.

June, July & August 2012 To complete the season there’s another summer treat for Fylde coast families as Illyria are back in the afternoon of Bank Holiday Sunday 26 August with the Roald Dahl favourite The Twits.

Julian Wilde who is organising the season of plays is delighted with the initial response both from the Lytham St. Annes public and from local businesses to this summer’s programme.

“All the ticket outlets report that people have been asking for tickets for some time” he said. “I think the variety in this summer’s programme is especially appealing. It’s excellent to have the performance of HMS Pinafore here right at the beginning of Illyria’s summer tour.

Four new ticket outlets, Bennetts Bakery, Silverdell Books, The Music Cellar and Tower Music will enable open air theatre fans to purchase tickets in Ansdell, Kirkham, Preston and Blackpool respectively. .......................................................................

Tickets are now on sale on line from Illyria’s own website at www.illyria.uk.com Chapterhouse’s own website at www.chapterhouse.org Locally from: Lytham Hall - 01253 736652 Plackitt and Booth, Lytham - 01253 796958 Lowther Pavilion - 01253 794221 Stringers Homelife - 01253 740700 Bennetts Bakers, Ansdell - 01253 736318 Apple Bikes, St. Annes - 01253 725349 Storytellers Inc., St. Annes - 01253 781690 Silverdell Books, Kirkham - 01772 683444 The Music Cellar, Preston - 01772 251407 Tower Music, Blackpool - 01253 627359

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