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Garden View This month – The story of The Christmas Hellebore Miracle I love hellebores. Their beautiful flowers in subtle colours brighten my garden at this time of year, hence they are also known as the Christmas rose or the Lenten Rose because they bloom from late winter to early spring. My elderly neighbour was admiring my display last year and asked if I knew the folk story of The Christmas Hellebore Miracle.

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In a forgotten corner of the world, shrouded in perpetual winter, there lay a village with an unpronounceable name. The villagers never knew the warmth of the sun, nor the vibrant hues of spring. Their world was an endless canvas of white, save for a brief season when the Christmas Star would appear in the heavens, casting a faint, ethereal glow.

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Helmi cherished the Hellebores the most. These rare flowers, also known as Christmas Roses, bloomed in the heart of winter, defying the frost with their resilient beauty.

One particularly harsh Christmas Eve, a mysterious ailment fell upon the children of the village. One by one, they succumbed to a deep slumber, their breaths as faint as the whispering wind. The villagers were stricken with fear and sorrow, for no remedy seemed able to wake them.

In desperation, the villagers turned to Helmi. The old herbalist thought deeply. She had read in ancient scrolls of a forgotten ritual, one that could summon the healing grace of the Christmas Star itself. But to perform it, she needed a bloom from the rarest of all the Hellebores, one kissed by the Christmas Star’s shining light.

Under the watchful gaze of the Christmas Star, Helmi ventured into the heart of the frozen forest, guided only by the star’s gentle luminescence.

Deep within the woods, she found a solitary Hellebore, its petals aglow with a celestial radiance. Carefully she plucked the bloom, whispering words of gratitude.

Returning to the village, Helmi began the ritual.

She crushed the petals of the star-kissed Hellebore and mixed them with many herbs and snowmelt to create a potion of shimmering silver. One by one, she visited all the villagers’ houses, and used the potion to paint a tiny star on the forehead of each sleeping child.

As the potion touched their skin, a miracle unfolded. The children began to stir, their cheeks flushing with life’s warmth. The villagers, once cloaked in despair, now embraced in jubilation.

Their tears, once cold with sorrow, now warmed by relief.

From that day forth, the villagers held a Hellebore festival every year on Christmas Eve with Helmi as their honoured guest. They planted the beautiful resilient little flowers all over the village throughout the year, and every Christmas Eve as the Star returned to the heavens, the villagers hung hellebore wreaths intertwined with stars on the doors of their houses. Then they would gather to sing carols of gratitude and hope, their voices carrying the tale of the little Hellebore that held the light of the stars in its petals and the love of a village in its roots.

Isn’t that lovely? She said that her grandmother told it to her as a child and she’s loved hellebores ever since.

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Change Happening At Woodspring u3a The monthly meetings and speakers are finishing to move to a more social, coffee morning event. The last speaker, on November 28th at 2:15pm will be Yvonne Bell talking about ‘Fashionable Edwardian Shopping’. To celebrate we will be having some rather special cake.

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Collection day will be January 27th.

Friday 1st December, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Tickenham Church. Come and enjoy a glass of bubbly with us as you admire the amazing displays by our village groups and businesses on this year’s theme: “A Chistmas Pantomime”. Admission £5 to include a glass of prosecco. Children free.

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Clevedon Music Club welcomes baritone, Marcus Evans with Jonathan Price On Tuesday 12th December, Clevedon Music Club will be delighted to host a return visit by popular local baritone, Marcus Evans with accompanist Jonathan Price, presenting a programme of wideranging favourite songs from Germany, Italy and Britain, interspersed with piano solos and some festive fare to set you up for Christmas.

The event takes place in the Teignmouth Room at the Community Centre, Princes Road BS21 7SZ, starting at 7:30pm.

Admission costs £12 and everyone is welcome.

For details, phone 01275 875262.

Weston u3a - Annual Carol Service for all Members You are all invited to this carol service at St Johns Church, Lower Bristol Road on Tuesday 12th December at 2:00pm to join your friends for our annual service. Refreshments will be available after the service.

COMMUNITY The December lecture is on Friday 8th Dec at 2:15pm in the UR C hall as usual. The title is: Whales.

Look forward to seeing you all at the events.

Support for the Bereaved in the Clevedon Area Talking and listening to one another can help us make sense of our feelings.

Join us for our CRUSE ‘WALK AND TALK’ on Wednesday morning, 13th December.

Please ring 0117 926 4045, leaving your name and contact details.

You will also receive a warm and friendly welcome at our Clevedon area SUPPORT DROP-IN, which will be held on Friday 15th December from 10:00am to 12:00 noon at Clevedon Community Centre, Princes Road. You can bring a friend with you.

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Helping you hear better in a noisy environment A warm welcome from Mia, Claire and Toby at Meadows & Wood Hearing Care Specialists.

It’s the time of year where many of us will be spending more time with family and friends in cheerful environments. All the chatter and laughter is lovely but it also means NOISE. For those struggling with their hearing, it can be a time of frustration and discomfort. Here are some tips that can help you hear better in noisy environments: • Reduce background noise: Try to reduce the background noise as much as possible. If you’re in a restaurant, you can ask the staff to turn down the background music. If you’re in a noisy room, try to sit in the corners of the room, where it can be easier to hear than in the middle.

• Choose the environment: You can manipulate your environment to make it more conducive for hearing. Soft furnishings, even using rugs and tablecloths, can reduce echo or harsh sounds in a room. Considering a different arrangement might help with your hearing ability.

• Communication tactics: If you are struggling with your hearing, don’t stand too far away from the person speaking. Make sure to face them so that you can see their lips and watch their expressions. Don’t feel embarrassed to ask people to slow down just a little, or to grab your attention before speaking! Telling someone at the start of the conversation that you struggle with hearing, or you lip read, can really help.

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Come and singalong to favourite carols

would like to meet with others we would love to see you there.

The group is an opportunity to share experiences in a safe, friendly environment.

If you have any questions please contact Sue Dixon from Curo Community Connect on 07967 344533 or email sue.dixon@curo-group.co.uk

Last year about 70 people enjoyed a singalong to carols of their choice. Join us and swell the number on Wednesday 13th December 2:30pm 3:20pm for a great time followed by a cuppa and mince pies.

All without embarrassment, collection or charge, in the bright and comfortable upstairs auditorium of Clevedon Baptist, Queens Square (has disabled facilities).

A warm welcome awaits you, on your own or with friends. No need to book.

Enquiries: Judi 07762946560.

Quietly Bringing Change Each month Christians in Clevedon from a variety of traditions meet, to pray for life to improve for all who live, and/or come to work, in the town. Their next face-to-face meet is on Saturday 16th December, 08.30 - 10.00 at Town Council Offices, 44 Old St. (Bacon/mushroom rolls and hot drinks @ 08.30).

They also meet for 30 min’s on Zoom, every Tuesday and Friday, @ 08:00.

More info from Tim Simpson 01275 872 618 / prayer4clevedon@gmail.com

Coffee Morning & Homemade Cakes Every Monday - 11:00am at The Members Bar, Pill Memorial Club. Everyone Welcome.

Are you interested in Quilting?

We are Weston Quilters a lively group of people of all abilities who enjoy patchwork and quilting. We usually meet on the first Monday of each month at the Hundred Academy, Beaufighter Road, Weston super Mare BS24 8EE. Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start.

There are guest speakers during the year and the opportunity to buy from our invited traders. Guest entrance £5.

Please go to our Facebook for more information.

MS peer support group in Nailsea The MS Peer support group meet at 65 The High Street, Nailsea on the 2nd Monday of each month from 2:00pm – 3:30pm.

This is a social group for people living with MS to meet others and chat. If you are living with MS and

Fibromyalgia Support Group Our group is made up of people who have been affected by Fibromyalgia and other chronic conditions who meet regularly to support each other.

Each month we meet on the 3rd Monday, plus for coffee in Weston on the 2nd Friday morning and in Worle on the 4th Tuesday afternoon. Meetings are a mix of speakers, chat and information. We have a weekly hydrotherapy group and organise trips and meals out plus a craft group and interest groups as required.

For more information, call Val 07411989478 or email wsmfibro@gmail.com

Come and Play with Portishead Concert Band Portishead Concert Band is a windband and is looking for players to join our friendly grooup from January. No auditions just come and join in the fun!!

We practise every Tuesday evening at 7:15pm for 7:30pm in St Nicolas Church, Nore Road, Portishead BS20 8EN. Contact Chris on 07790446188 or just come along.

Mah-Jong: a beautiful game filling you with joy and curiosity The Penscot Inn (Shipham) would like to welcome people to join their regular Mah-Jong group.

Whether you’re a novice, experienced Mah-Jong player or someone who would like to learn to play please come along. My hope is that we can make these enjoyable social evenings playing a game that originated in the Far East.

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This fun and dynamic class is designed for people over 55 and combines dance moves from salsa, rhumba and more. The class is held at Kenn Road Methodist Church, Thursdays at 2:00pm or 3:15pm, £5 per class.

You won’t need to bring a partner to enjoy this class, but please wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes suitable to dance in, sequins are optional!

For more information or to sign up call 01823 345624 or email ageingwell@ageuksomerset.org.uk

Do you enjoy singing? Clevedon Gilbert & Sullivan Society are looking for singers In May 2024 we will be performing G&S’ opera ‘The Mikado’ and we are looking for singers.

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Join a free and friendly Health Walk!

For more info see website: www.clevedoncare.org.uk

30 to 60 minute Health Walks run in Clevedon, Long Ashton, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Winscombe and Yatton.

No need to book, just come along! Please see our website for the dates, times and meeting places: www.betterhealthns.co.uk/get-active/walking/ Or contact us at: getactive@n-somerset.gov.uk / 01275 882 730.

We also need more volunteer drivers. Volunteers can choose which journeys they do, either within Clevedon or further afield depending on work, family, or other commitments. Please contact Shirley 07816 479600.

Email: clevedoncare@gmail.com

Clevedon Music Club Concerts December 2023 – April 2024

Clevedon Care urgently needs more volunteers to join the team We provide transport to medical facilities for residents living in BS21 postcode area.

We need more volunteers to answer the phones

Clevedon Community Centre Tuesday 12th December: 7:30pm; Marcus Evans (baritone).

Sunday 28th January: 3:00pm; Bochmann String Trio with pianist Paul Turner.

Tuesday 20th February: 7:30pm; Zosia Dzimitrowicz (piano).

Tuesday 19th March: 7:30pm; Emily Heathcote and Jason Anderson (clarinet and piano).

Tuesday 16th April: 7:30pm or Sunday 21st April: 3:00pm t.b.c, Outstanding musicians from Bristol schools.

With the exception of September, all concerts take place upstairs in the Teignmouth Room, Clevedon Community Centre BS21 7SZ. Admission to individual concerts £12; Subscription for all eight concerts £72; Subscription for half season £38.

By cash or cheque only.

To receive programme details by email; Phone 01275 875262 or email andrea.argent@hotmail.co.uk Please cut out and save this advert for reference.

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Feel Good Feasting with The Community Farm If you’re looking to support local businesses whilst tucking into top notch, organic produce this Christmas-time, make sure you buy everything you need for your festive feasting from The Community Farm. From bumper veg boxes to organic meat boxes with all the trimmings; to delicious nut roasts and carefully selected cheeses, they’ve got you covered. You and your loved ones can tuck into nourishing, organic produce safe in the knowledge that you’ll also be supporting their mission to grow healthy food of the highest quality, whilst continuing to care for our environment and communities.

They’ve also got some incredible charity projects that they’re supporting this year. Once again they’ll be joining forces with Caring in Bristol, to feed people who are vulnerable throughout the Christmas week. When you buy your food from them, you’ll have the opportunity to add gift vouchers which provide two meals for people who are homeless. Or you can buy a Christmas veg box with an added donation. Last year their customers’ generosity meant that they were able to send £1,200 worth of fresh veggies, 19 halal beef joints and £300 in cash to the project. This contributed towards 660 breakfasts, 1,050 served lunches and 525 delivered meals for people experiencing homelessness. They’re determined to do even better this year!

They’ll also be delivering boxes full of organic produce, all sourced from their network of local farmers and producers, to around 200 families in need in Bristol, funded by the Holiday Activities and Food Programme, department for education. The families have been identified by Bristol Council’s Families in Focus who, along with the family’s support workers, will be delivering the Holiday Hampers as part of their visit to families in the week running up to Christmas day.

Now that’s something to celebrate!

The Community Farm is an organic farm that grows, sources and delivers climate-friendly food across the local area. They are community-owned and not-for-profit. Find out more at thecommunityfarm.co.uk

have yourself a local, organic Christmas

Get top-notch organic produce delivered to your door this festive season from less than 15 miles away

Bumper Christmas veg boxes

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All our usual fresh, organic fruit & veg, dairy & non-dairy produce

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Somerset Wood Recycling Somerset Wood Recycling has been hand-making furniture in our workshop in Weston-super-Mare since 2007.

We use a selection of reclaimed and salvaged timber as well as sustainably sourced hardwoods from Somerset and South Wales.

Not only is our furniture locally made, the environmental impact of our manufacturing process is minimal.

In our showroom you’ll find a selection of tables, shelving and homeware, as well as work by local artists and locally produced honey and wax. On top of all that, we stock a huge range of reclaimed and locally sourced timber, everything from pallet wood and construction grade softwood to live edged Alder, Ash and Oak slabs and mantelpiece sized beams.

If you’re thinking of starting a project it’s definitely worth paying us a visit!

Our friendly team would be happy to talk you through the design process to create a bespoke piece of furniture that’ll fit your house perfectly, or help you select the timber that is right for you.

Contact: info@somersetwoodrecycling.co.uk or visit us at Somerset Wood Recycling, The Motex Centre, Winterstoke Road, Weston-super-Mare BS23 3YW.

Quality hand-made furniture in Somerset!

• Over 15 years’ experience • Bespoke furniture design and creation • Hardwood chopping boards and homewares • Showroom displaying tables, shelving and kitchen ware and work by Somerset-based makers • Eco-coffins • Timber warehouse with reclaimed wood, and sustainably sourced softwoods and hardwoods • Firewood and kindling Our team are friendly, knowledgeable and always happy to help For more information contact:

info@somersetwoodrecycling.co.uk Visit us:

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Happy Balance…

Supporting your busy life We are passionate about re-cycling, re-housing and re-using items, working with many local charities we distribute your unwanted items on your behalf. We always offer a FREE 1hour consultation to introduce ourselves and to discuss how we can help you.

Our clients know that allocating time to work alongside Happy Balance provides the impetus they need to make a start. Through experience we understand the importance of working with you at your pace, listening to you and helping you put into action what you want to achieve.

These are all scenarios from clients we have worked with: • ‘I don’t want to leave it for the kids to sort’ – Feeling mindful that you need to get your home in order? You don’t want the family having to sort through everything when you are gone? We will work with you to streamline your home, recycle unwanted items and organise belongings you may wish to distribute to family and friends.

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TO ADVERTISE CALL 01275 400160 • My partner/parent has died – You’re not only dealing with grief but also thinking about how you clear the house? We are NOT house clearance. We work with you sensitively, practically and confidentially to organise their affairs and clear the house for sale or other.

• I am embarrassed – It’s all got on top of me and I just feel overwhelmed – Are you buying too many items, storing them away and feeling like you may be hoarding? Claire and SJ are non judgemental and through experience can help you declutter and regain control.

• I’m moving and need to downsize – I can’t physically or emotionally cope with my move and I need help. We are hands-on in preparing your belongings ensuring that when your removal firm comes to move you that you have already sorted through, de-cluttered and made sure all your items, big and small will fit into your new home giving you peace of mind.

• ‘Our family space isn’t working for us’ – Who can help us? Happy Balance will give you guidance, ideas and hands on support to make the changes to make your home a living space and not a storage space.

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Clevedon Flower Show Committee Need You...

events in Clevedon’s calendar, organised by a small, dedicated band of volunteers. It’s held each year, on the Saturday and Sunday of the August bank holiday weekend and has over 300 classes for vegetables, fruit, flowers, home economics and handicrafts, as well as photography, including a host of classes to appeal to children, right up to Senior Citizens.

Could you spare just a few hours each month to help us with the decision making, preparation work, and ideas for fund-raising, which goes on at our monthly committee meetings? You don’t have to be a keen gardener or an expert in growing fruit & veg - just interested in helping a small group of like-minded people organise and put on our annual flower show for the whole of Clevedon and the surrounding area, to enjoy! By joining our friendly committee you will have an opportunity to have a say in what happens at the flower show, as well as getting involved at the ‘grass roots’ level of the show.

The Clevedon Flower Show is one of the major

The show is held on the Salthouse fields near the seafront (postcode BS21 7TR) and we have a large number of trade stands, both inside and outside the marquee, as well as food and drink stalls and a cafe. Plus, we arrange a variety of music, entertainment and arena displays, providing a first class day out for all the family.

If you are interested please contact via website Clevedonflowershow.uk or Show Secretary Sarah Adams cfs.showsecretary@gmail.com

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