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We support a number of older people living in the area who have informed us that they would like to receive visits from a home visiting befriender but we simply do not have the volunteers in the area to provide this service for them.

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for us as it allows older people who may be lonely or isolated to benefit from the visits of a friendly, familiar face on a regular basis. We are appealing to local residents to contact us if they would like to find out more about becoming a befriender.

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Dear Editor, I wish to reply to both Ms Suddell and Mr Thomas' letters re: their comments on my letter in the Seaside News.

I would like them to know that neither the photograph nor the title used was my idea.

The headline was used by a journalist in the Mail on Sunday some weeks ago, who had a similar experience to myself.

They have both completely misunderstood the intent of my letter. I am an avid animal lover. During my 82 years I have had one rescue dog and four rescue cats and I can reassure you, hand on heart, not one of them killed birds. With patience, they can be trained not to chase them. My present rescue cat is fifteen years old and still runs to hide when we have visitors to our home. I agree that human beings are a far more cruel species, but to suggest that such evil people would be influenced by my letter is misguided and rather naïve! Irresponsible is not a word that I accept.

Being complacent and not voicing an opinion is surely "irresponsible".

I must compliment Mr Thomas on his three cats, they appear to be well looked after and obviously do not need to eat birds. When I shoo them way they show no great alarm or fear – I actually mentioned to my husband that "evidently these cats have not experi-

enced cruelty from humans" so I was rather surprised when he wrote that they were rescue cats. How anyone could abandon such a beautiful creature as the tortoiseshell one just beggars belief!

My letter was not intended to instigate any mischief to any of God's creatures and I would never harm any of them. By the way, Ms Suddell, I have been a vegetarian for many years – long before it became fashionable. Your letter seem to proffer acceptance of all aspects of nature. I don't think you should blame the birds for getting themselves killed! Her knowledge is obviously extensive, but she has overlooked the fact that some, like my lovely blackbirds, are groundfeeders and always ignore the hanging feeders and bird tables.

I was disturbed by these two letters. I know very little of the internet and to suggest that I visit one of these sites and see images of human cruelty to animals would really cause me great distress.

I would like to thank Justine and Kelvin for their supportive letter. They obviously got the message that was intended, rather than the unreasonable interpretation by Ms Suddell and Mr Thomas.

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re: A garden tax Dear Editor, I would like to respond to Peter Black's 'A garden tax'.

I think the garden waste collection service is well worth the £27/£23 – I have signed up as it saves me going to the dump.

He states that kerbside recycling is paid for by the council tax – fine – everybody in the borough needs this, but not all need a garden waste collection service.

Not everybody has a garden.

For example, those who live in blocks of flats, sheltered housing, condominiums. Should these people subsidise those with garden waste?

J morriS Bridgend Dear Editor, I was surprised that Mr Nott used your magazine to have a dig at Mr Peter Black with half-truths. Yes councils are in a difficult financial position at the moment (although they

Help for Heroes two-day charity hike!

Dear Editor, I have come to support Help for Heroes as I have always wanted to join the Army, so recently I have completed this hike along with my father and the dog for just fitness and a good walk. After finding out how much of a challenge it was to walk from The Storey Arms to Dan-yr-Ogof caves, I had the idea that next time we were to go why not raise some money for a good cause! And so this is how the planning started.

can afford new cars) but to blame the Lib-Dems for the crisis is very wrong.

The coalition has had to make very difficult choices because of the position they inherited, a massive national debt created by his party. Would Mr Nott prefer that Ed Balls were given the role of Chancellor to go out and borrow, borrow, borrow and create a far larger debt?

At this moment he has not got a viable suggestion of how to reduce borrowing and putting the country on its feet.

So please, in future, Mr Nott give the people of Bridgend a sensible and FULL reason for knowing why you charge for a service.

By the way this service is only for 6 months of the year, it stops in October the month when most gardeners are clearing and cutting back. gwynne JoneS

Bridgend Dear Editor, In your May issue, Peter Black

I am hoping to start the hike round about 10am on the 19th July, where I will walk for about 6 hours and make camp.

Then pack up and head on for the rest of the hike, which should be another 4-5 hours, and finish at roughly 2pm.

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AM stated that the new green waste collection scheme is a tax on gardening. To add to this, a similar service is not only free in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot councils, but also the Vale, Cardiff and Rhondda Cynon councils.

In the June issue, Councillor Mel Nott states “1,200 or so households” have signed up for the new green waste collection scheme. The 2011 ONS Census states the population of Bridgend is 139,200, equating "1,200 or so" to representing less than 1% for Bridgend alone and I haven’t included the population figures for Porthcawl or surrounding areas.

I would suggest that this is not a very good uptake at all Mr Nott but rather a reflection of public opinion for the scheme.

Mr Nott also stated “Surely it’s far more sensible to only ask those who wish to use it to pay for it?” If that’s the attitude, maybe we should all ask for a council tax refund for the services that each of us

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Pictured along with CCFC Coach Damien Flynn are pupils Caitlin Kinsella, Caitlyn Jones, Leyla Gurkan, Megan Hooper, Bethan Johnson, Jessica Newman, Michelle Kwan, Roxanne St-David Smith, Coni-Anne Sims, Louisa White, Phoebe Pennell and Neve Pennell.

Brynteg girls go for goal Aelwyd yr urdd Porthcawl win 1st prize at national urdd eisteddfod!

Congratulations to Aelwyd yr Urdd Porthcawl on their recent success at the Europe’s largest youth festival, the National Urdd Eisteddfod 2013 which was held in Cilwendeg, Pembrokeshire recently.

They came first in the Cerdd Dant (Penillion) Singing Group in the Year 13 and younger age group. Their winning performance was broadcast live on S4C and there was great excitement amongst all members and parents when it was announced in the Eisteddfod Pavilion that they had won the competition!

newton Primary Hello again from Newton Primary.

We have had an exciting month in school so far. Our Foundation Phase children had an informative and fun visit to the Lifeboat Station. Our thanks to all the dedicated staff there. We also enjoyed a delicious ice cream on the way home!

Our Year 6 children are currently enjoying a fun-packed week at Atlantic College. It’s the first time for our school to stay there. It’s sure to be a success.

This week we are involved in the National Ride to School

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Adran and Aelwyd yr Urdd Porthcawl meet on a regular basis at Tabernacl Hall, Fenton Place, Porthcawl. A wide range of activities is on offer to children and young people aged between 7 and 18, including singing, cerdd dant (traditional Welsh singing with harp accompaniment), drama, folk dancing, and arts and crafts through the medium of Welsh.

Members of both Adran and Aelwyd regularly take part in local events and concerts.

For further information about Adran and Aelwyd Porthcawl please email caelleucu@aol. com Diolch yn fawr iawn.

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Week so watch out for lots of children on bikes and scooters!

We also have a pedal powered smoothie maker coming to school! Sounds fun! (And delicious!)

We had a visit from the Fire Service who gave a talk on fire safety to some of our children.

Very important skills to learn.

Chance Encounters theatre group will also be visiting the Foundation Phase to do a reenactment of the Grace Darling story. Busy, busy, busy!

I wonder what next month has in store?

Speak to you soon, from all at Newton.

Andrew THorne newtonprimary.bridgend.gov.uk

Over the past couple of months, in an effort to promote girls’ football, Brynteg pupils have received six weeks of football training sessions from Cardiff City football coach Damien Flynn.

The pupils enjoyed the experience immensely and gained huge benefits from the

Porthcawl’s youth are pushed to their limits Porthcawl YMCA’s actionpacked weekend to Newgale YMCA adventure centre was a storming success.

Jacqui Barnes, Claire Bridge, Gail Robinson and Sinead Pearson from the Y Centre took a group of 11–17 year olds away for a fun-filled weekend.

The adventure course consists of a 30ft high climbing wall equipped with a ladder to get down that is 50ft away across a rope bridge, sea kayaking, coasteering and some Bear Grylls-style challenges that put the group through their paces which included making their own meal over an open fire.

A dive off the cliffs into the icy Atlantic Ocean couldn’t take the heat out of this week-

experience. Brynteg PE teacher Kelly Higman said: “I was overly impressed with the girls’ enthusiasm and commitment and now they are really looking forward to the training sessions in preparation for next year’s National Welsh Schools Cup football competition when they will put their new skills to the test.”

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end with the group enjoying an adrenaline fuelled mountain bike ride along the beautiful Pembrokeshire coast. All of these memories would not have been made if it weren’t for the kindness and generosity of St John’s School who loaned their minibus to the YMCA for the weekend. Everyone who went and is involved with Porthcawl YMCA would like to say a special thank you for making their long-awaited trip a reality. We would also like to say a huge thank you to the staff at Newgale YMCA that welcomed us to their activity centre. They made us feel extremely welcome and really pushed the group to the limit.

Thank you.

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St. Clare’s School We held our annual summer fete last month and the glorious weather helped bring a very large crowd along to enjoy the array of stalls and activities on the day.

Thank you to everybody that came along and helped make the day so successful!

Our Prep School cricket teams had a great start to the season, with both boys’ and girls’ teams reaching the national finals of the Asda Schools Kwik Cricket tournament. Well done to everybody who took part and played so well.

Our Nursery and Reception pupils recently took part in the Barnardos ‘Big Toddle’, an annual event which raises money for underprivileged children in

St John’s School Summer news The summer term is always busy on the academic front with both public and internal examinations taking place and also because of the numerous other events scheduled.

Many pupils have had the opportunity to play tennis, rounders and cricket as well as taking part in athletics and practising for our sports days. We held our annual swimming gala, a great event with fierce competition between the school houses. GCSE pupils have all finished their exams and the Art and Design students have put on an inspirational exhibition in the Crampton Hall.

We are pleased to be involved contributing ideas for the Porthcawl Harbourside Project

the UK. Mums, dads and teachers joined in the fun as we danced, skipped and jumped around and had a disco afterwards. Members of the Sixth Form also helped raise money by holding a cake sale, bringing the total raised to over £400!

Before our Year 11 and Year 13 pupils left school for study leave we held an afternoon tea to celebrate their time at St. Clare’s School. Special congratulations go to Year 11 pupil Caroline Norman who won the Careers Wales Compact Trophy.

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We have a limited number of bursaries and scholarships and places available for entry into the school in September 2013.

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Porthcawl Comprehensive school improvements At our school, we believe firmly in investment to provide the best learning environment for our young people.

To support the health agenda, we have invested heavily in our fitness suite. A range of machines including a squat press, aerocycles, rowers and free weights have been provided. The hope is to encourage participation rates in exercise, especially among our girls.

Another notable investment has been the purchase of ‘3D’ ICT technology. This technology will greatly enhance the delivery of technology and science. Music is another area

West Park Primary It’s a busy time at West Park as we count down to the end of term.

With just a few weeks left, we have so much to cram in!

To reward the pupils for their success this year, there are school trips to Noah's Ark, Wiggleys Fun Farm, Longleat, Atlantic College and Llangranog as well as a beach safety day!

We are having an Eco Day to kickstart exciting plans for improving our outdoor environment.

Foundation Phase are busy making bird feeders, plant pots, wind chimes and bug houses while the Juniors are collecting unusual items to grow plants and vegetables in. So far we have tyres, sinks, wellies, sacks and even old toilets! Staff and pupils are working so hard to

to benefit recently from a new suite of keyboards and computers, which will do much to improve the delivery of music at Porthcawl. Porthcawl has an excellent and proud tradition of performing arts and this is something we are very keen to maintain.

This is a final chance to play in our Annual Golf Day at the Grove Golf Club. All monies raised will go to the PTA, to provide equipment for our students. If you are interested in playing, please call Ms Crook on 01656 774100.

As this will be the last article for this school year, may I thank everyone associated with our school for their dedication and hard work.

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come up with innovative and unusual ideas to create a fantastic outdoor environment to stimulate learning. We are so lucky to have so much wonderful outdoor space - the Willow Village, the Meadow and the Woodland are all used daily to stretch the children's imagination and encourage them to be creative as well as expanding their knowledge of the world around them.

Sadly, we have been victim of several acts of vandalism lately and nearly lost our wonderful woodland in a malicious act of arson. Please help us to keep our school grounds safe by reporting any trespassers you might notice on the children's playground outside school hours.

Thank you to PSCOs Sharon and Leighton for monitoring our grounds.

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On Wednesday 12th June,120 children from Pencoed, Pyle, Garth, Plasnewydd, Llangynyd and Blaencaerau primary schools visited the Gower Heritage Centre. Members of the Rotary Clubs of Bridgend, Maesteg and Porthcawl at-

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tended along with teachers and helpers from the schools on what was a wonderful day.

In addition to seeing the various animals at the park and learning about life in the past, the children tried their hands at pottery and wool spinning and were given an excellent demonstration by a traditional blacksmith. The day was rounded off by the customary duck race on the stream with prizes for the first three over the finish line.

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Adult learning in the Community Our new prospectus for September is now available - in your local libraries, schools, and other community outlets.

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Cynffig news It has been another packed few weeks, and as I write this, I can hardly believe that Years 11 and 13 have nearly finished their exams.

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course. On 27th June, we were delighted to share in something which has become an annual Cynffig highlight: the visit of our friends from Louisiana, who again share with us their wonderful music and rich culture. Year 12 have also been busy, undertaking the Team Enterprise and Community Participation elements of the Welsh Baccalaureate with the “Make your mark with a tenner” campaign. As for cultural heritage, on 5th July we are looking forward to another inspirational visit from Only Men Aloud. I know we will again have our hall full of boys fired-up about singing together, and about the junior version, Only Boys Aloud. Ex-pupils have gone on to recording contracts and musical careers from this wonderful springboard, and lives have been changed. That is what Cynffig is all about.

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Corneli Primary School is proud to announce that we have just achieved our third Green Flag and Phase 5 Healthy Schools awards.

Thanks go to everyone who has helped us along the way, especially Pyle Garden Centre, Cornelly Hardware and those who brought a plant to school, our garden now is flourishing.

Keeping healthy and caring for our environment is a priority.

Children and their parents have taken part in our recent ‘Walk to School’ programme and our

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We have had an extremely busy month at Porthcawl Primary School.

After the unpredictable Welsh weather made last July a washout we decided to have our sports day early this year. At the end of May our four houses battled it out to find which house would become this year’s sporting champions. The pupils competed in football, cricket and basketball competitions as well as completing a number of athletics challenges.

After an event filled two days (with only a small amount of rain) the result could not have been any closer with only ten points separating the top three teams! In the end the Scarlets came out on top by the small-

outdoor learning will be greatly enhanced following a generous grant from the Kenfig Trust for which we are most grateful.

We have been busy meeting people too. Our School Ambassadors had the opportunity to meet the Children’s Commissioner for Wales at Margam Park and the Welsh Assembly Minister for Education, Leighton Andrews, came to Story Café and read an enjoyable story to the children from Class 4 and their parents.

Richard Pow was a former pupil at our school and a rugby match is played annually against Tynyrheol Primary in his memory. It was a friendly but keenly contested game which was won by Corneli. The team received the trophy from Richard’s parents and as you can see they were delighted!

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est of margins. Congratulations to all the pupils who took part.

The start of June also saw Porthcawl Primary School hosting our annual football tournament. Six schools brought along boys and girls teams to play in the competition. On top of that we were lucky enough to be visited by some coaches from Swansea City who were very impressed by the talent they saw. Our boys’ team captained by Samuel Bridger managed to qualify for the semifinals and were unlucky to be beaten in a very close match.

Our girls’ team captained by Molly Jones went one better and managed to qualify for the final. The final was another close game against Newton but a single goal from Megan Walters was enough to win it and make Porthcawl Primary School champions for the first time. Congratulations to all the players involved for making it a great day and a big thank you to Mr Bryant for organising the tournament.

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There are just a couple of weeks left until the end of the school year, which means it’s that time of year again when parents and carers start racking their brains for ways to keep their children entertained during the summer holiday.

With childcare, day trips and activities all to consider, the six week break can be an expensive time for parents and carers, especially if it rains.

Fortunately the council’s library service is running a collection of fun, FREE children’s activities throughout the summer holiday to reduce the strain on parents’ pockets.

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activities such as bounce and rhyme and storytime sessions, our libraries’ summer programme also features exciting events for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge.

The theme for this year’s free-to-enter challenge is ‘Creepy House’, which includes an adventure through the house’s ‘Awful Upstairs’ ‘Gruesome Ground Floor’ and ‘Spine-tingling Cellar’.

Children can complete the challenge by reading six books from their local library during the holiday.

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The school field resembled a sea of pink when the children and staff held a balloon race and afternoon “pink” tea party in memory of Rosie Walters, who died last August of Batten disease after a long and brave battle.

Rosie’s favourite cartoon character was Peppa Pig who made an unexpected appearance at the tea party which was enjoyed by all present. A

lovely afternoon in memory of a brave little girl.

Congratulations to every child who took part in the trials for the Bridgend County Swimming Gala which is to take place in the near future. Years 5 and 6 had a most enjoyable game of soccer against a community police team. Many thanks to them for arranging a fun-filled session which succeeded in its aim of developing positive attitudes.

Representatives from Years 5 and 6 recently visited The Sandville Self Help Centre to present a cheque, a contribution from selling whole school photographs to celebrate our thirtieth birthday. The children then performed a mini funfilled concert which was much appreciated.

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I was disappointed at the news that the Trust running the Rest Bay convalescence hotel are looking to close it in October because they say it has ceased to be financially viable.

The Grade II listed building is now up for sale and there are rumours that it may be converted to apartments.

Nobody wants to see this convalescence hotel close and I have already met with the Chair of the Trustees to explore

Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is one of the biggest killers of men in Wales.

And that’s why Welsh men need a level playing field with their counterparts over the border in England when it comes to treatment. Sadly, this is not the case.

One of the unintended consequences of devolution is the growing divergence in health treatments and outcomes between Wales and England.

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all the options available to them. However, if as seems likely, this sale goes ahead then it is important that Bridgend Council uses its powers to ensure that any planning approval involves the replacement of the community use that will otherwise be lost.

The Rest Bay Hotel is used by many local groups including U3A and currently acts as the base for Healing the Wounds, a charity that helps former armed forces personnel suffering from PTSD. We need to ensure that their future is secured and the council is in a unique position to facilitate that. I hope that officers and councillors will be proactive in ensuring this happens.

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men with prostate cancer.

Unfortunately, not one hospital in Wales has this equipment. And although it has been bought with taxpayers’ money in England and is located within NHS hospitals, it is not freely available to Welsh men who have to pay up to £18,000.

A campaign has been started to get a robot, costing £1.2m, for Wales. Although in theory, patients can apply for funding to go to England for treatment, in practice only one application has been successful.

So unless money is found to buy this equipment, Welsh men will either have to pay up, which is impossible for the many, or put up with an inferior type of treatment. Not an equal playing field at all.

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You can switch your electricity and gas provider so why not switch your bank? With interest rates being so low, shopping around may be the best option.

Banks may originally offer high interest rates but once lowering that rate, they rely on your inertia not to spot this.

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Countering debt

We all know that many people face rising costs and other financial difficulties caused by the recession, and more are getting into debt just to get through.

To help counter this, I recently wrote to Bridgend County Borough Council to urge it to prevent payday loan sites from being accessed in its libraries after my Plaid colleague Tim Thomas discovered they could be reached via these public computers.

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of bank customers will then be able to use the Current Account Switch Service. Customers will be able to switch on a date that suits them and the switch itself will take less than half the current time.

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block these sites. One of them, Dundee City Council, said: “The request originated from a request at a council meeting.

We were unable to find a predefined list of payday lenders or payday lender websites.

So we had to create a list of payday lender websites based on Google searches and other forms of research. This list was then uploaded to our blocking software system. As new lenders appear, we add to the list.”

This shows that in fact it is possible - and fairly straightforward - to prevent this from happening. And, as all Welsh councils have a duty to combat poverty, I shall be writing back to the council to ask it to look again at the matter.

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Children are at particular risk from secondhand smoke and they’re also more likely to start smoking themselves if they see adults doing it in a family-friendly environment.

That’s why we’ve just introduced a voluntary code of no smoking in our playgrounds.

We hope this will contribute to a reduction in the number of young people that become smokers by making it less visible. So if you’re a smoker, please respect this new code when taking youngsters out to play.

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In my last column, I talked about how great it was to see the Speedy Services Wales Senior Open returning to Porthcawl.

Events such as this and next year’s Senior Open Championship offer a snapshot of the area and are invaluable tourism tools for helping promote Porthcawl to the wider world.

That’s why it was so disappointing to see that someone would risk this opportunity by trying to burn down the Rest Bay Boardwalk which runs alongside the edge of the Royal Porthcawl Golf Club.

really important that you share your views on the consultation which is currently running in relation to the Princess of Wales and other hospitals in the South Wales region. Known as the South Wales Programme, this consultation asks for your views on the future of consultant-led maternity and neonatal care, inpatient children’s services and A&E. Giving your voice to this consultation will help ensure local views are represented so I really would urge you to take part.

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Porthcawl has so much to offer, and incidents like this really hurt the area’s reputation and character.

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The Town Council website is currently undergoing some improvements so that it will be accessible via all forms of technology – access it through your phone, iPad, computer etc. any time of the day for all the latest Town Council information.

Visit www.porthcawltowncouncil.co.uk A recent review was undertaken of Town Council Projects. The Saturday Morning  Children’s Club is steaming  forward and is due to commence during September 2013. It will be an interactive learning environment for 9–11 year olds resident in Porthcawl

aimed at enhancing numeracy and literacy skills in a fun way!

The initiative is going forward with the support of local schools. Each session will last one hour and will be a fun way for children to spend Saturday morning! Keep an eye out on the website and Town Council notice boards for further information.

The Griffin Park Adventure Area and Multi-Sports, multisocial Community Centre are currently negotiating their way through the various processes required for the projects to progress. Following the next review in November 2013 a more detailed update should be available! Check out the Full Council minutes to keep up to date – ‘Update on Projects’ is an item considered at every - PRIVATE FullPROTECT Council meeting.

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Through Christian eyes life with the Porthcawl lions Porthcawl Lions have two very successful events to report on this month.

At the vintage fair, held at the Rest on 1st June visitors were able to admire over forty beautifully kept classic cars and a similar number of motorbikes as well as browse numerous stalls, enjoy musical entertainment and choose from a selection of refreshments.

On Friday 7th the club held its sixth golf day at the Grove.

The weather was glorious and everyone involved enjoyed the day which raised over £1,000 for both Glaze and Porthcawl RNLI. Members would like to thank all participants and

sponsors for their support.

There are still the regular Sunday car boots at the Rest and the book sales continue (look out for the stall in John Street on fine days) but the only definite date outstanding is Friday 26th July when there is a coffee morning at Trinity Church, John Street and all proceeds will go to support the Bob Cooke Games. This is an annual event organised by Lions clubs for disabled young people to meet and compete in a wide range of sporting events. The day is very popular and always enjoyed by competitors, carers and organisers.

For more information about Porthcawl Lions visit the website porthcawllions.org.uk or telephone membership officer Don on 01656 788583.

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Have you heard of the Bridgend Louisiana Partnership?

For the past five years around 50-60 members of 1st West Monro Baptist Church, Louisiana have traveled to our area to visit schools, nursing homes, pubs, and churches to share 'A Message of Hope'.

With typical American enthusiasm and through personal stories, lively songs, educational and cultural presentations, and through special musical concerts, they have shared with local churches in reminding us that there is hope for all through personal faith in Jesus.

Churches supporting the partnership in the local area include: Grace Community Church, North Cornelly Community Church and Gilgal Baptist Church, alongside many more. This year's visit was at the end of June and you can catch up on all their activities

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Porthcawl annual charity walk On Sunday 26th May the Healing the Wounds team and their wonderful volunteers pulled out all the stops for the second annual sponsored charity Porthcawl walk!

Lots of willing people turned up at the Rest where the walk started and armed with banners and bags of enthusiasm the walk began to the Hi Tide and back.

Sainsbury's supermarket in Bridgend has supported the charity over the last year by allowing bucket collections and book sales and also promoting the charity at every opportunity.

Healing the Wounds charity founder and ex-serviceman Kevin Richards commented:

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"We are all overwhelmed by the support from our local Sainsbury's store, the staff have been extremely helpful during our fundraising events and special thanks must go to customer services colleague Jackie Thomas who gave her own time to help out". Many thanks go to Virgin Active for providing goody bags for the walkers.

The charity provided cup cakes for sale which were beautifully made and donated

by Christine Hopkins from Bridgend.

Help came from lots of veterans who have received help and support from the charity and a fabulous day was had by everyone.

Thanks to all who gave their time to help raise £2800!

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High above Kenfig, in the hills of Mynydd Baiden, King Arthur is said to have defeated the Saxons in a tremendous battle.

Some historians are reluctant to admit that a leader called Arthur did exist, c500, but Welsh sources and poetry sing the praises of a war leader named Arthur. A poem, the Gododdin, states that a warrior ‘stabbed over 300 of the finest... although he was

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However, their 'message of hope' is one that continues long after our American friends have returned home. There are many local Christians who are proclaiming 'a message of hope' all year long. Why not check out one of your local churches this coming weekend? You may hear something that will give you hope and meaning for life, and be really glad you did!

PS. A big thank you to everyone who raised £9,200 for overseas developmental and relief in the recent Christian Aid Week. Our local churches support a large and varied collection of charitable causes, both within our nation and beyond, and do a remarkable job of showing Christian compassion and love to a needy world. The Bible says: "Now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love". rev. mArTin gillArd

no Arthur’.

Writing in the 8th century a monk, Nennius, listed twelve battles all attributed to Arthur. The most famous, and decisive of all these battles, was the twelfth, the battle of Mount Badon. In this battle, Arthur is said to have killed 960 Saxons, including many of their tribal leaders.

There is little doubt that the battle of Badon did take place because contemporary sources, including the respected monk and historian Gildas, make mention of the battle and its outcome. Many historians have placed Badon at Bath or Badbury Hill; however, some scholars are inclined to look for a Welsh location and Mynydd Baiden has been proposed as the battle site. This idea is explored in my latest novel, Pendragon, published on 21st June and available from all good bookstores and internet outlets. mAnSel JoneS

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After an unexplained delay of nearly two years, a date has been set for a public inquiry into Tata Steel’s proposals to divert and extinguish historic rights-of-way in the vicinity of Morfa Beach.

We are told that the inquiry will start at 10am on 5th November, and is expected to last 4 days. There will be a ‘pre-inquiry meeting’ at 10am on 20th

August. These events will take place at the Orangery, Margam Park.

Anyone who wishes to speak or give evidence should contact Julian Nicholas, Rights of Way Case Officer, on 029 2082 3866, or wales@pins.gsi.gov.uk quoting reference 515571-3 . There are deadlines of 13th September and 8th October for sending in a ‘statement of case’ and written evidence.

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'Lunar meteor showers' have turned out to be more common than anyone expected, with hundreds of detectable impacts occurring every year.

On 17th March 2013, an object the size of a small boulder landed in Mare Imbrium, exploding in a flash nearly 10 times as bright as anything seen before. Anyone looking at the Moon at the moment of impact could have seen the explosion – no telescope

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required. For about one second, the impact site was glowing like a 4th-magnitude star.

Scientists have suggested that the lunar impact may have been part of a larger event. On the night of 17th March, NASA cameras picked up an unusual number of deep-penetrating meteors here on Earth. It is likely that the two events are related, and that the EarthMoon system encountered a cluster of material. One of the goals of the lunar monitoring programme is to identify streams of space debris that might pose a threat; the 17th March event seems to be a good candidate.

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On Saturday 1st June RMBI Albert Edward held its annual Strawberry Tea. We never know how many to expect at the event, however this year over 350 people attended. The sun was shining and the buses started to arrive including a strong contingent from West Wales who made the journey despite the heat.

The event could not go ahead without the many volunteers who help us - special thanks

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Birdwatch: House Sparrow House Sparrow (young)

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As the name suggests House Sparrows are closely associated with human habitats, often living close to (or even in) the homes of people.

Their stout bill is designed for eating seeds, but the young are fed on insects. The crown and nape of adult males is

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On a recent Archaeology Cymru archaeological workshop we visited Stormy Down Motte, which is to be found between Laleston and Cefn Cribwr.

The area is named after the Sturmi family, mentioned in historical records in 1154.

All our students love venturing up and down earthworks.

This time we viewed a Motte probably constructed much earlier from a Bronze Age Burial mound, when the top was cut through, and a Norman wooden tower erected on-top of the natural Motte in the early 1100s. We guess that is recycling a Bronze Age

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grey and the sides of the head are brown, a wide black bib extends down onto the chest (dominant males have larger bibs). Adult females and juveniles are a light sandy brown with brown and grey streaks on the back and wings. The Welsh name is Aderyn y To, bird of the house-top. The rate of decline of this species has been more pronounced in London and South East England than in Wales and Scotland. Attract them to your garden with grain, mixed seeds and scraps.

I’m one of two volunteer Ambassadors for the British Trust for Ornithology’s (BTO) Garden BirdWatch (GBW) scheme in South Wales. If you enjoy watching birds in your garden help monitor them with GBW. Contact me for a free enquiry pack or to book a talk.

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Creeping a little south there are excavated square stone built structures and the remains of a bread oven. There are some large boulders laying on the surface dropped due to the retreating glacier 12,000 years ago.

Not satisfied with this ancient past we discovered a walled enclosure of a homestead dating to around 1500. Some of the remains standing to 4 metres above the ground, and a stone staircase also. The site is dominated by mature sycamore of 250 years in date, part of an extensive plantation.

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Porthcawl wi Porthcawl WI is growing in numbers and we now have more than 30 members.

There are so many social events planned for the rest of the year that it is really a good way to make new friendships, not just within our own WI, but also other local WIs. We have various talks and social events that go on within the Porthcawl WI. One of the most exciting events this year will be the 90th anniversary Carol Festival which will be held on Monday 2nd December at St David's Hall, Cardiff, where a couple of our members will actually be involved in the concert itself and will have guest artistes Only Men Aloud appearing also. This will be a GFWI massed choir and I am sure, whether you will be a member participating in the event or attending the concert, it will be a superb evening.

We would welcome any new members who perhaps have fresh and innovative ideas or would just like to meet socially. We meet every fourth Thursday of the month at All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl at 2pm. For more information ring Gwen on 07929 127593.

made a DVD on 'Ghosts in Glamorgan'.

Sker House itself was nearly lost in the 1990s - the owners received funding and started to restore the house in 1999.

The building had to be made secure with scaffolding and in rebuilding used as much of the original stone as possible. Mr Hontoir filmed the different stages of the build. In the Great Hall on the first floor there was a hidden door. The house was completed in 2004.

There is a Mystery Tour on the 15th July and the Summer Fayre on the 19th July.

The next meeting is on 11th July when the speaker is Mr Karl-James Langford taking on 'Last Prehistoric Landscapes'.

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Our monthly meeting was held at Cornelly Methodist Church Hall on 3rd June.

Having completed the formal business, our speaker Janet Jennings gave a talk entitled 'Hats Through the Ages.' The presentation included examples of hats from the 1920s through to the present day. These ranged from the elaborate creations of the 20s (together with the ornate and somewhat lethal hat pins!), to the headscarves and plastic headwear of a more practical nature. Members gwen STAPleTon enjoyed moments of nostalgia (and the odd giggle), reminding themselves of the hats they Sker wi used to wear.

Although over the past few The June meeting of Sker decades the fashion of wearing WI was held recently at St David's Church Hall, Nottage. hats has declined, seemingly the trend is now returning reThe president Nora Williams placing the fascinators which welcomed the members. have been so popular. According The Afternoon Tea at the to Janet the secret of wearing Masonic Home celebrated a hat successfully is to “wear it the Queen's coronation was with confidence”. enjoyed by all.

After the presentation memThe speaker for the evening bers were invited to try on the was Mr Anthony Hontoir who hats which produced further gave a talk on ghosts. He has laughs. been making films for over The whole evening was well 25 years and showed how the different cameras have changed received, good fun and rounded off with welcome refreshment. over the years. He has been PAm redmond doing historical films and has

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Porthcawl Parkinson’s Support group Our meetings take place in the Unitarian Church Hall in Nottage at 10.30am on the last Friday in the month.

We start proceedings with a cuppa and a chat and then we have a guest speaker, talking about interesting subject, which may not be Parkinson’s related. The speaker at our April meeting was Mrs Julie Anne Morgan JP who spoke to us about the history of the hall we meet in, and how Unitarianism started in Wales.

On the middle Friday of every month, we meet for lunch at the Seagull Pub. The purpose of the meetings is to support and help one another, after the initial shock of the diagnosis. n CHArleSworTH

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Townswomen travel Following a very successful visit to Porthcawl last year from our twin Guild from Mansfield, five members from Porthcawl Townswomen's Guild spent three days in Mansfield.

Beautiful weather, great hospitality and much chatter. At our June Guild meeting members heard about the visit and the friendships formed.

A packed church hall thoroughly enjoyed a talk from Mr Philip Davies on 'Weird Wills'.

A retired solicitor and keen amateur actor we were kept informed and entertained with a wealth of stories.

Members were told that £250 had been raised by the Guild in sponsorship for Judith Jones of

Cardiff Federation who had her head shaved for charity.

The speaker in July will be Miss Dawn Lennard on the Gower Bird Hospital. Everyone welcome on 10th July, 2pm at All Saints Church Hall. doroTHy THomAS

Porthcawl u3A Porthcawl U3A members were treated to a wonderful travelogue of pictures and music by their speaker for June, Brian Haberfield.

Since retiring he and his wife Audrey have specialised in producing and directing audio visual presentations of the many interesting places they have visited.

First was the Regal Coast, a film showing the many beauty spots along the South Wales coast followed by Brian’s explanation on the importance of combining the two basic elements of sound and vision with varying amounts of commentary being a personal choice.

A still life film called Floral Fantasia showing a brilliant array of flowers and their dazzling colours in macro was followed by possibly Wales’s oldest recorded garden, Aberglasney. Lewis Glyn Cothi an itinerant poet in 1471 wrote comparing the garden with that of the first gardener, Adam. Commandeered during World War II for US D Day troops the Aberglasney estate was sold in 1955. The present 10 acre gardens and house opened to the public in 1999.

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Why should you make a will?

It is important for everyone to consider making a will.

A will is a document which specifies who will administer your estate and what will happen to your assets after your death. If a person dies without making a will, they are said to die intestate and their assets will pass to their next of kin in a particular order.

It is especially important to consider making a will if you are married for a second time with children from an earlier relationship. Under these circumstances, if you die without making a will, your spouse will inherit your estate and your children could be left without an inheritance.

Your will can be as simple or complex as you want it to be.

Via your will, you can leave a specific gift of a certain object, or a cash sum, or a gift to charity. You can stipulate the kind of funeral you wish to have and

can also give a third party the right to reside in your house after your death. This particular point will be relevant to you if you are in a relationship but you own the property outright and want to ensure that your partner has a home after your days.

If you and your partner own your home jointly you may wish to change the way that you own the property so that you agree to own it in two distinct shares but give your partner the right to live in the property for the rest of their days. This will have the effect of reducing your estate for inheritance tax purposes and may also have a bearing if you and your partner ever had to go into a care home and the house had to be sold to fund the care home fees.

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Gaskell & Walker are bucking the economic trend and growing in both staff numbers and office accommodation.

To coincide with an expanding team of specialists G&W have moved to larger premises at Westgate, Cowbridge. The team have been joined by Employment Law expert Nigel Daniel and Kathryn Thompson a Probate, Trusts and Wills specialist.

Maesteg born, Nigel was educated in Cowbridge Boys Grammar School.

He will head up the firm’s employment law department.

He has 20 years’ experience in the legal sector and has acted for, and on behalf of, the members of all the main trades unions in the UK. Kathryn joins the firm from Cooperative Legal services, Bristol, where she specialised in probate law. “Returning to my home patch makes the prospect of reconnecting with the area and its people even more exciting for me” said Kathryn.

Established in Cowbridge over 100 years’ ago; G&W combine tradition and experience with a modern approach. Large enough to provide the benefits of specialisation, yet small enough to provide a partner led personal service.

Legal services can often be daunting and confusing, but G&W support and guide their clients through the process.

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We are pleased to announce that the services of Douglas Jones Mercer (DJM) solicitors are now available on a prearranged appointment basis at our offices at The Dunes Business Centre, Porthcawl.

DJM solicitors are a wellestablished firm whose roots go back to 1946 and whose head office is in Swansea. They provide a wide range of legal services and we have had the pleasure of working closely with them over many years.

Bringing the services of such a prestigious firm to The Dunes Business Centre enhances our

commitment to providing Porthcawl and the surrounding area with access not only to professional, unbiased and independent financial advice but also to excellent and practical legal advice. For more information about DJM solicitors and the services they provide please visit their website at www.djm.law.co.uk or call 01656 772211 to make an appointment. do you HAve A miSSing PenSion?

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Recent TV and newspaper reports, regarding the changing financial situation for the over60s sector, show many people struggling with a mortgage, or other issues into retirement.

This is very unwelcome and dealing with it as soon as possible is often better than waiting, depending on individual circumstances.

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We get referrals from solicitors, accountants and other financial advisers who have clients with financial worries and very often we are able to help. The number of enquiries we are currently receiving on equity release and mortgage issues for the over-60s is growing by the week.

A poor return on savings has resulted in the investment income of many retired people diminishing to an unacceptably low level. I recently took an enquiry from someone who has a need for private surgery costing anything up to fifteen thousand pounds but cannot afford to fund this from savings, as they might have been able to do in the past.

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Peter Alan named as Best Lettings Agency in Wales for the second year running

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The lettings award comes just months after Peter Alan won the Wales Estate Agency of the Year Award for the second year running – proof that the company really is the best all-round letting and estate agent in Wales.

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Award-winning local estate agent Peter Alan has added another trophy to its cabinet after being named as the Best Wales Lettings Agency for the second year running.

Wales’ leading estate agent, which has 26 branches across Wales, including its Porthcawl John Street branch, was given the accolade at a glittering ceremony in London for The Sunday Times Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2013. Peter Alan were presented their award by Karren Brady, former Managing Director

of Birmingham FC and current Vice Chairman of West Ham FC who is also well known for her role as Lord Sugar’s right-hand woman in TV’s ‘The Apprentice’.

The judges recognised Peter Alan’s fantastic results of the past year, with managed clients up 37%, re-lets up 47% and new lets up 21%. They also recognised Peter Alan for its customer service and said it was “streets ahead” with its innovative techniques and adoption of technology. The judges went on to praise Peter Alan’s PayDay rental guarantee scheme, commenting that it provides over and above cover compared to anything else on the market.

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While gluten is essential for the make-up of these four grains, our bodies do not need it. The protein in today’s wheat is poorly digested and can be harmful and an estimated 95% of prepared foods on the grocery shelves contain these forms of gluten. Health problems can result from eating too much gluten in the diet (overload) and/or the development of a common condition

The importance of mental fitness In association with Men's Health Week, Walker Spinal Health are highlighting the importance of mental fitness as a component of health and wellness.

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Slimming World groups in Porthcawl donate 28 bags to Cancer Research shop in Bridgend after their drive to get members of their groups to donate clothes that no longer fit them owing to their slimming success with Slimming World.

During the first two weeks of May members of the groups in Gilgal Church, Woodland Avenue, and Trinity Church gathered together all their clothes to support this worthwhile charity. Consultants Bev and Gaynor encouraged members to get rid of their just-in-case clothes as a true token of their support to get slim and stay slim with Slimming World and supporting others at the same time.

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The joy of living The Joy of Living Meditation group at Friends Meeting House, Bridgend is taking a slight departure from its regular curriculum over the next few months to delve into the area of loving, kindness and compassion.

Compassion for, self, for those close to us, for those neutral to us and unknown and even those who cause us difficulties and we hold negative feelings towards. We will work deeply in all these areas over the next six months. This is a timely inclusion, bearing in mind the difficulties many of us face in being compassionate in a turbulent world.

You can drop in to any of these sessions, on 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

A new scientific study, just published online by Psychological Science, shows that training adults in a loving-kindnessstyle “compassion meditation” actually makes them

2013 and this was part of a nationwide drive during these weeks to support the charity and help raise essential funds.

Manager David Shackle was delighted to accept and receive all the bags and thanked the groups for all their support.

Anyone interested in finding out about joining Slimming World groups in Porthcawl contact Bev 07912 172674 or Gaynor 01656 788763. Groups are held on Monday evenings at 5.30pm, Gilgal Church Hall, Woodland Avenue, or Wednesday mornings at 9.30am Trinity Church Hall.

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Compassion training also seemed to strengthen the brain’s ability to regulate emotions, people may have been able to sense suffering without feeling overwhelmed by it.

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my Floury mother

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So where are you now, my floury mother?

In what Welsh cake heaven are you sifting sugar, cracking eggs?

Are you floating on coconut clouds or treading on marzipan, swimming in savoury seas, in waves of puff pastry, or basking in basins of batter?

Are you skating on almond slice ice, walking in hazelnut hills, or snoozing on syrup?

Do your eyes glisten with onion peel tears, are there yellow scones for tea, with cheese from Caerphilly? Dewberry jam?

Do you watch your yeast cakes rising in the East? Is your lap full of teisan?

Rivers and views Hills and Vales Altogether Make up Wales There’s sea and sheep and people too All included in the view The trees that rustle in the breeze The sea that ebbs and flows with ease The sand and rocks and sea all say Please come back to Trecco Bay

Come, shake out your wire tray hair, hang up your white apron, engulf me in dust, a confectionery kiss, before we fall asleep on a chocolate log, or an apple pie bed in cream custardy sheets dreaming of vanilla sponge love.

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We’re thankful for this holiday, And remember now this song So to my little dog I say ‘Keep calm’ – yes, Cameron PAuline lewiS

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I shall link it to my Facebook, Then twot it on Twitter, I'll send it to the Seaside News To make a bored housewife titter.

Don't you mock this, It's my method of escapism, It asserts my intellect My talent for lyricism.

A hint of Wordsworth here, An echo of Byron there, With the profundity of Tennyson, Yet the simplicity of Pam Ayres.

run i thought i heard an angel I thought I heard an angel, Calling out my name.

The voice sounded familiar, I am sure it’s the same.

I thought I smelt an angel, Who just smells so divine, With skin so soft and pure, I sense it next to mine.

I thought I saw an angel, So beautiful it’s true.

But when I opened up my eyes, I smiled, because it’s you. dAvid BoyCe Brackla

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Examine how I've written it, With extended metaphor, With similes and sibilance, Literary talent galore.

SAm PryCe Porthcawl

That’s suitable for one who is Of such a fine degree Though no more for him a golden bowl For he’s coming home with me

And as we shared this holiday Each day was brought a word ‘Keep calm and carry on’ we’re told God’s peace it will afford

Look at my poem, See how it rhymes, Reflecting modern views On considerably modern times.

So, joke all you like I'll try not to be terse, But I love writing all about myself In quatrain verse.

I have a special corgi He, too, of royal fame For I bought him there in Sandringham And now must find a name

But we too are of royal line For, redeemed by Jesus’ blood, Our Saviour is the King of kings And we’re bound for heaven above

The Pretentious Poet (or A really Serious Poem That displays inner Turmoil and Stuff like That)

Ready to go Ready to see Ready to flow, run with me Running towards the town Running to see the light Running with me Ready to shine bright Ready to Fly Ready to flee Ready to touch the sky with me CAllum KinSey Kenfig Hill Poems are printed with spelling, capitalisation and punctuation as supplied. Emailed poems take priority.

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PENDRAGON

by Mansel Jones Following on from the success of Tangwstyl, we are pleased to announce the publication of mansel Jones’ latest novel, Pendragon.

We believe that Pendragon will be of interest to Seaside News readers because the book is set along the local coast and hills of Mynydd Baiden. In a land ravaged by war the ageing Pendragon, Ambrosius Aurelianus, seeks a successor only to encounter the twin threats of the Saxon advance and treason. He places his trust in Arthur, a man torn between the defence of his country and the defence of the woman he loves.

Set in 497 A.D. Pendragon is based on ancient Welsh sources and features many of the men and women who

played a crucial role in Arthur’s life: Bedwyr and Cai, Caradog and Cadwallon, Gwenhwyfar and Eleri. The story culminates in the Battle of Badon, a battle that shaped the Britain we live in today, a battle that placed Arthur’s name in chronicles and histories, a battle that created a legend and a hero for all time.

Pendragon was published on the 21st June and the book is available from all good bookstores and internet outlets, including Amazon, WH Smiths and the Welsh Books Council website, gwales.com. Locally, you can also find Pendragon in the Cornelly Hardware Store. dAnielA JoneS www.goylake-publishing.com

and continents, Khaled Hosseini writes about the bonds that define us and shape our lives, the ways in which we help our loved ones in need, how the choices we make resonate through history and how we are often surprised by the people closest to us.

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Stag’s world of rock

local talent Ahnuh valentine to play The o2!

Ahnuh Valentine from Bridgend has made it through to the grand final of national singing competition TeenStar!

They’ll now play one of the world’s best music venues after wowing the crowd and judging panel at the TeenStar area finals, landing a place in the grand final within The O2 in London!

After taking part in auditions alongside thousands of other unsigned singers across the UK and impressing the TeenStar judging panel, Ahnuh went on to battle in live music showcases for the regional and area final heats. She's now set to perform at the TeenStar 2013 National Grand Final at indigO2 at The O2 in London on 7th July 2013!

TeenStar is an exciting brand new national talent competition for teens and pre-teens which travels the UK in search for the UK’s best singers, singer-songwriters, rappers and vocalists of all genres. Chris Grayston, Events Coordinator for TeenStar commented: “We are searching for an act that not only has the ability to impress an audience, industry judges and A&R associates, but an act that has the potential to become a professional record-

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ing artist. The O2 is the best place to showcase your talent within, in front of a massive crowd and celebrity judges. It’s going to be a huge event and an experience of a lifetime for all our finalists!”

There are over £20,000 worth of prizes up for grabs throughout the competition this year and the overall winner will be given £5,000 cash to spend on the development of their music, with other cash runnerup prizes as well. The winner will also be given an extensive publicity package and comprehensive consultation and development package including social marketing, image, and brand to help kick start their musical career!

TeenStar is divided into age categories: 'Late Teens' (1619), 'Mid Teens' (13-15) and a special category searching for the stars of tomorrow; the Pre-Teens (12 and under)! All types of singers, vocal performers, groups and acoustic singer/ songwriters are invited to enter TeenStar.

Whatever happens, the grand final of TeenStar will provide acts with the opportunity to impress many guests from record labels, agencies and the entertainment industry.

If you know of anyone wanting to audition for next year’s competition, go to www.teenstarcompetition.co.uk for more information, or better still, come down and support your local talent performing in the TeenStar 2013 National Grand Final. Tickets can be purchased from www.teenstarcompetition.co.uk/teen-singing-opportunities AHnuH vAlenTine

Steve Strange on cover of new album

The words legend and icon are used far too often, but it’s how you would describe Porthcawl’s own Steve Strange!

In the late 1970s and through the 1980s Steve was the catalyst behind the fashion and sound which spawned the New Romantic Movement and inspired such bands as Culture Club, Spandau Ballet, Adam Ant

Silures summer exhibition

Following the success of Maureen Carlson’s exhibition at the Silures Gallery in June, members of the Silures group will be holding their summer

and many more. Steve’s own band, Visage, had hits all over the world and were very successful. It is well documented in his autobiography that his later career hit rock bottom.

However, with Visage back together – the first time since the 80s – and a new album “Hearts and Knives” getting rave reviews, Steve’s star is back in the ascendancy. He was on top form recently on The Breakfast Show and he gave me a sneak preview of the album and new single “Dreamer I Know” which his fans will love. More on Steve next month!

Nottage Beer Fest was brill, even the editor of a top magazine was seen having a jolly good time! I also saw Red Not Chilli Peppers and Last Chance Heroes play great sets and the mystery Rock Air Guitar hairdresser in action.

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07979 971127 exhibition at the gallery in July.

There will be a wide variety of work including paintings, felt work and jewellery. Everyone is invited to attend a wine reception to launch the exhibition on Saturday 6th July from 11am.

The exhibition itself will be held at Silures Gallery, 40 South Road, Porthcawl CF36 3DG from Saturday 6th July to Sunday 28th July. Open 11am– to 4.30pm, weekends.

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Porthcawl Art Society A member of Porthcawl Art Society, Robert Taylor has donated a painting to Help for Heroes.

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A stunning bronze sculpture of a galloping horse by the 19th century French Impressionist Edgar Degas is now on display at the museum.

It’s been donated in lieu of inheritance tax from the estate of the late artist Lucian Freud.

It is one of three by Degas, as well as a painting by Corot that have been acquired for the nation from his estate. The acceptance of the four works

paid £2.3m of inheritance tax and enabled Freud to say thank you to Britain for giving refuge to his Jewish family in the war.

It was allocated to the museum after it applied to a special panel.

The sculpture itself is considered to be the largest and perhaps the greatest of the 15 horse figures found in the artist's studio after his death. It appears to be based on contemporary stop-action photography and reflects the artist's love of horses and the race course. It doesn't look very large, but Degas did sculptures as studies for his paintings: he was using them like an artist might use a sketch of a landscape. Come and witness the genius of Degas encompassed in this lovely unexpected acquisition.

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Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society The big news this month is that we have moved!

After 12 memorable years at the Rest, we were served notice that they were ceasing trading in October, so we had to look for a venue that was able to take our equipment and us. After much searching, we decided upon the Glamorgan Holiday Hotel (ghh), The Square, Porthcawl, CF36 3BW. We are still busy working towards our Porthcawl Summer Competition and Exhibition in the Main Hall of the Grand Pavilion. The competition will be judged on Sunday 21st July and the exhibition will run from Monday 5th August until Sunday 11th August.

Everyone is welcome to join us at both events. We gratefully acknowledge our spon-

sors this year, who are the Sony UK Technology Centre, Magical Sights Safaris (www. magicalsights.com) and the Grand Pavilion, for without them, this event would not exist.

Our main season has now ended and the new season will start on 12th September, but we will still be meeting for field trips every Thursday evening and everyone is invited. Full details of our programme and field trips are available on our website at www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk.

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Summer with Bridgend male Choir On two successive weekends, Bridgend Male Choir were in action as part of the Anglo-Welsh Festival of Male Choirs, staged in Birmingham Town Hall on 1st June and St David's Hall, Cardiff on 8th June.

Then on 9th June, the choir was delighted to fulfil another annual commitment by singing at the conclusion of Mair's Walk for the Stepping Stones Cancer Charity. We enjoyed excellent weather and an excellent turnout of walkers, led by the irrepressible Max Boyce. The choral contribution inevitably included a rendering

The rhondda Symphony orchestra's star spangled concert All Saints Church, Porthcawl, Sunday 7th July at 7.30pm.

This year the orchestra’s Porthcawl summer concert almost coincides with the 4th July celebrations and so it was easy to decide what the theme for the event would be. Once again the venue will be All Saints Church, Victoria Avenue, probably the orchestra’s favourite venue, where the acoustic is truly excellent. The selected programme includes music by a wide spectrum of American composers.

Aaron Copland’s stunning ‘Fanfare For The Common Man’ and his suite from ‘Rodeo’ will contrast markedly with Barber’s 'Adagio for Strings'

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of Hymns and Arias, with, of course, Max giving the solo.

After this busy start to the summer, the choir will enjoy a short break before the engagements continue with another invitation for the choir to sing at the Armed Forces Day in Cooper's Field, Cardiff on Saturday 29th June. Again, we pray for good weather! On Friday 5th July at the Cowbridge Leisure Centre, the Bridgend boys will share the stage with the choir of Pendoylan Church in Wales Primary School as well as selected winners of the 2013 Treorchy Eisteddfod in support of Prostate Cymru Charity. We are sure both events will be well supported.

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and Charles Ives Symphony No 3 'The Camp Meeting'. Music from films is represented by John Williams’ 'Schindler’s List' (soloist Joanne Walters), Morass’ 'The Big Country' and Korngold’s swashbuckling music from 'The Seahawk' which starred Errol Flyn! The orchestra’s Principal Conductor, Donal Bannister (Principal trombone of the BBC National Orchestra of Wales), will perform Pryor’s 'Thoughts of Love' and to complete the list the famous 'Liberty Bell March' by John Phillip Sousa will add a Monty Python touch to proceedings.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the full musical impact of a large symphony orchestra.

Tickets: £10, (under 18s free) at the door, or tel: 01443 650412.

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Billed as “the sexiest song and dance sensation of 2013”, music and dance fans have the chance to experience the all-new box office hit A Night of Dirty Dancing, the ultimate tribute show, when it comes to the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl, on Friday 2nd August and we have two pairs of tickets to give away.

Celebrated film Dirty Dancing boasted the greatest movie soundtrack of all time. All these hits are superbly performed in this fast-moving, slickly-choreographed theatrical treat.

Dirty Dancing’s score included: She’s Like the Wind, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Hey Baby, Wipeout, Do You Love Me, Be My Baby, Hungry Eyes and the Oscarwinning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.

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The show is not affiliated with Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story On Stage currently on tour in the UK and worldwide.

“It’s an all-new production featuring an all-star cast, the next exciting chapter in the amazing musical legacy that is Dirty Dancing,” says producer Michael Taylor.

The first entry drawn will win two pairs of tickets to the show. To enter please answer this simple question: The film Dirty Dancing starred Jennifer Grey and which other famous actor?

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New members welcome. Joan: 01656 740840 • POEMS AND PINTS, PORTHCAwL 7.30pm, every 3rd Tuesday: Lorelei Inn, Esplanade Avenue, Porthcawl. All those with an active interest in poetry welcome. poemspints. webs.com • PORTHCAwL GYMNASTICS CLUB (TERM TIME ONLY) Girls and boys gymnastics classes, from 3+ years @ Porthcawl Comprehensive School, Park Avenue. Classes from 4.45–7.15pm, please call for details. Tel: 07971 476738 • PORTHCAwL MALE CHOIR PRACTICE 7.30–9.30pm @ Presbyterian Church, Arlington Road, new members needed. Contact Mike Watkins on 07729 691496. Also on Fridays • PORTHCAwL SEA CADETS 7–9.30pm, in the Sea Cadet Building next to the harbour. Ages 10–18 and any adults looking to become instructors.

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07890 582636. Also on Sunday 5–6pm 9.30–10.30am & 10.30–11.30am. Based • BEACH BOOT CAMP @ on Pilates. £4. Your teacher is two time PORTHCAwL HEALTH CLUB Olympian silver medal winner Sue 7–8am @ 1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel.

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More info: 07925 619441 • FILM CLUB @ Grand Pavilion, • BELLY DANCING CLASSES Porthcawl. Please visit our Facebook Improvers @ the Dance Centre, page or contact the Grand Pavilion Box Elm Crescent, Bryntirion (next Office. £4 per film or £27 for the season. to Filco) 6 - 7pm. Contact Linda • FRENCH & SPANISH CLUBS 01656 863639/07824 874511, FOR CHILDREN, BRIDGEND elindiabellydance@gmail.com Aged 4–11 years. A fun program all in • BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS French and Spanish. alicastanera@ FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, googlemail.com or 07533 597229 PORTHCAwL @ Porthcawl Library, • GROUNDwORK ACTIVE PLAY 10am (term time only). 01656 754845, SESSIONS Ages 8-12 @ Newton Park. www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries 4–6pm. A supervised 2 hour activity • BRIDGEND ATHLETICS CLUB session with trained Groundwork staff Adult beginners and improvers jog club and PCSO Holly. Sports, arts and crafts, @ Bridgend AC track, next to Newbridge and general outdoor activities. Activities Fields, meet at 6.30pm, More info: Jon, are led by the children that attend. treasurer@bridgendac.co.uk • GYMTOTS, KENFIG HILL 2–5yrs • BRIDGEND & DISTRICT @ Cynffig Sports hall. Contact: Debbie BONSAI SOCIETY, PYLE 1st 07890 582636 Tuesday of every month @ Pyle Church • HATHA YOGA CLASS @ the hall, opposite Clarke’s garage, 7pm. New YMCA on John Street, Porthcawl. Mixed members always welcomed. Secretary: ability class, so all levels welcome. 10– 01656 742008, Chairman: 01656 742077 11.30am. For more info contact • BRIDGEND HOME Michele 07793 544 956 email: mail@ EDUCATORS A support, educational michelelambertyoga.co.uk www. and social group for families who are michelelambertyoga.co.uk educating their children at home. Tondu • KICKBOxING CLASSES: Wesley Methodist Church, 10am till 2pm.

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01656 754840 www.bridgend.gov.uk/ libraries • STREET DANCE FOR ADULT IMPROVERS, BRIDGEND 8pm @ The Dance Centre/Labour Club Bryntirion, Tel: 01656 652165 • Porthcawl Music Society (CLASSICAL) Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month at 2pm at the Brentwood Hotel, Porthcawl. New members welcome. Secretary, Jean Ball: 01656 782917 • SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ Awel-y-Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl, CF36 5TN. Stage 1: 9.45–10.45am. Stage 2: 11am–12.00pm.

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Tel: 01656 754850, pylelib@bridgend. gov.uk • TABERNACL MUSIC SOCIETY CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND @ Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–8.45pm. Mixed Voice. New members welcome. Tel: 07974 765578 • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre. 7.15–8.15pm. Male & female, all ages welcome! Kids Tae Kwon Do 6.15–7pm. Instructor Sarah Panes, Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree Black Belt ITF TKD Instructor. Contact: 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 • TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING (LIGHT) @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB 5.45–6.45pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • Tuesday Club Work with a range of artists throughout the year. Older people: 1–3pm; Kids (8–12 years): 4–5.30pm. £3 per session. Grand Pavilion, 01656 815995 • TUMBLE TOTS, Coychurch @ Williams Memorial Hall. Ages 6

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players with years of experience. The 91 Club is a mixed, non-league club. Also on Fridays & Sundays from 3pm. You are all welcomed to our friendly club.

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1–3pm @ ARC, Quarella Road, Bridgend.

Service user led group, providing support and information for people affected by drug and alcohol and their families. Contact Linda: 01656 763117 (Mondays only), abm.bigbridgend@ wales.nhs.uk • BRIDGEND COUNTY SHOW MEETINGS @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham St. 1st Wed of the month at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 • 1st Cornelly Scout group 661338 www.bridgend-events.co.uk Silverbirch Beaver Colony. Ages 6–8, • BRIDGEND PARKINSONS 4.30–5.45pm. Cornelly Scout & Guide GROUP Every 2nd Wednesday @ Llys Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly.

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• ADRAN YR URDD, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, Backstage and design tuition, as well as performing experiences. Pre-booking Fenton Place, Porthcawl 5.30–6.30pm essential for all classes. 01656 815995. throughout school term. Ages 6–12.

Email: pavilion@bridgend.gov.uk A fun Welsh medium youth group.

• CAFE FOR CARERS & CARED caelleucu@aol.com or 07790 216312 FOR, PORTHCAWL All welcome.

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Guests are welcome Disabled access. 01656 784100 • BADMINTON COACHING, • CIVIL SERVICE CLUB Every 3rd KENFIG HILL @ Cynffig Sports Wednesday of the month at All Saints Hall. 6–7pm, 7–11yrs. £1.50. Call Debbie Church Hall, Victoria Ave, Porthcawl, 07890 582636 2pm. Activities, talks, outings, meals out, • BALLROOM & LATIN Beginners & etc. All welcome. More info: Alf, 01656 improvers 7–9pm @ The Dance Centre, 782433 or Elaine, 01656 784271 Bridgend. 01656 652165 • CEFN CRIBWR MOTHER, www.dancecentre-bridgend.com BABIES & TODDLERS @ Cefn • BODY TONING - PILATES Cribwr Community Hall 10–11.30am. (mat required) Use of weights and £1.50 per child. Newborns+. 07787 resistance bands optional. 9.45–10.45am 578295 Awel y Mor Community Centre, • COR BRO OGWR, BRIDGEND Porthcawl.

Mixed choir @ Tabernacl Church, • BOOGIE BEAT MUSIC & Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–9pm. All MOVEMENT Classes for up to age welcome. 01656 784180. www.Cor-Bro5yrs. 2–2.45pm @ Pencoed Pavillion Ogwr.com (next to swimming pool). To book a free • CORNELLY & KENFIG HILL trial contact Nicky on 07789 688447 PUMAS FOOTBALL CLUB @ nickygreenway@boogiebeat.co.uk Cynffig Comprehensive School Girls www.boogiebeat.co.uk Gym. 5–6pm. Ages 5–7yrs. Boys & Girls • BOWLS, PORTHCAWL @ Griffin welcome. Contact Mark for details: Park, from 3pm. From beginners to months to 3 years. www.tumbletots. com/cardiff-south or 01446 500526 (times vary according to age) • WELSH LANGUAGE GROUP, ABERKENFIG @ Aberkenfig Library. Every 1st Tuesday of the month at 11.30am (no meetings in August).

Tel: 01656 754820 email: abkenlib@ bridgend.gov.uk • Yoga Classes, Porthcawl with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. At Unitarian Chapel, Nottage: 1–2.30pm and 7.15–9pm.

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Contact 01792 462845 or just drop in • DISCOVERY TOTS Baby Play, 10am @ Williams Memorial Hall, Coychurch. £4 pay as you go. (multi sensory play for ages 6 wks to 2 yrs).

Baby Massage Courses and Alpha Bugs classes also available. Contact Helen: 01656 818727 / 07795 150602 / info@discoverytots.co.uk / www. discoverytots.co.uk Classes Thursday @ Bijou, Cowbridge too (free play included) • HATHA YOGA, BRACKLA All levels welcome. 7–9pm @ Parc Slip Visitor Centre, Fountain Rd, Tondu CF32 0EH. £30 for a block of 5 weeks or £7 weekly, this class will include postures, breathing practices and meditation.

Contact Michele: 07793 544 956, michelelambert 21@hotmail.com www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk • HATHA YOGA CLASSES, PYLE 6.30pm @ The Life Centre. All levels welcome. Contact Alan Davies, British Wheel of Yoga Teacher, on 01639 888705 • Judokwai, Bridgend @ Cefn Glas, Bridgend, 07530 700243 (Andrew).

Juniors (6–15 yrs) 7–8pm. Seniors (16+) 8.30–10pm • KYOKUSHIN KARATE CLUB, BRIDGEND @ The Deaf Club, Tremains Road, Bridgend. Also, Fridays @ The Scouts Hall, Cefn Glass, Bridgend and Sundays @ Nantymoel Memorial Hall, Ogmore Vale. All classes 7.30pm.

Everyone welcome. Children must be over 8 years old. First lesson free. Call Jason: 07779 113273 • LEGS, BUMS & TUMS FITNESS CLASS 9.45 am at Awel Y Mor Community Centre, Wellfield Ave, Porthcawl. Mat required (resistance band and small hand weights optional).

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Tel: 01656 754845 www.bridgend.gov. uk/libraries • LINE DANCING, BRACKLA Brackla Community Centre 10.30–12.

Beginners welcome. Mostly over 50s.

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• LUNCHEON CLUB @ Gilgal Baptist Church, Park Avenue. Lunch served at 12.15pm but come along any time from 11am for a coffee and a chat. Contact Margaret: 01656 772115 • NEwTON wI, PORTHCAwL 7pm, 1st Wed of every month at Gilgal Church Hall, Woodlands Ave, Porthcawl.

Call Pearl on 01656 772657 • PARENT/CARER & CHILD GET CREATIVE Cost £4 @ 10am-11am.

Create, play, chat, relax, and enjoy together. Make space to reawaken yourself. Email: freshstart.grice@gmail. com Call: 07866 277560 www.siobhangrice.com • PIPSw BREASTFEEDING GROUP @ Once Upon A Playtime soft play, Ogmore Terrace, Bridgend, CF31 1SU, 10-12. All pregnant and breastfeeding mums welcome. No charge. Also at The Dance Centre, Elm Crescent, Bryntirion, Bridgend on Fridays • PORTHCAwL ART SOCIETY Interested in art? Join us at the Old Police Station, John Street Porthcawl, 1.30–3.30pm. Also on Thursdays, 7–9pm. Lydia: 01656 767611 • PORTHCAwL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Interested in becoming a flower arranger? Alternate Wednesdays at AwelMor Centre, Porthcawl. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 785388 • PORTHCAwL RUNNING CLUB Meeting at the Porthcawl Rugby Club at 6.30pm. Large beginners group. Further information email: porthcawlrunners@ hotmail.co.uk. Also on Fridays • PORTHCAwL SURF CLUB 6pm @ Rest Bay Car Park • QUIZ NIGHT @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. 8pm • READING GROUP @ Coed Parc, Park St, Bridgend. Every 3rd Wed of the month, 1.30pm (no meeting in August).

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gov.uk • ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, PORTHCAwL The Porthcawl Branch meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month at the RAFA Club, Porthcawl, at 7.30pm. All welcome even if you are not ex-forces • SHARING ART Art and craft activities for adults with disabilities @ The Rees Centre 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Session times 10am-12noon and 2pm-4pm, £5 per session, materials and refreshments supplied. Telephone Wendy: 01656 741166, email:wendy. jenkins@scope.org.uk • SLIMMING wORLD, PORTHCAwL @ Trinity Church.

9.30am–11am. Call Gaynor 01656 788763 • SPINNING @ PORTHCAwL HEALTH CLUB 5.45–6.45pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • TABLE TOP SALE @ Griffin Park Community Centre, 10am–2pm. Coffee, tea and snacks available. Traders and crafters welcome. Phone 01656 772534 for bookings and further information • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Newton Institute. 10–11am.

Other classes held throughout the Borough. Instructor G Lake, email: Caringspirit15@yahoo.co.uk • wARRIOR FIT @ PORTHCAwL HEALTH CLUB With cross fi t champion Mr John lugg. 7–8pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAwL with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. At Unitarian Chapel, Nottage: 7.15–9pm. Beginners welcome.

Tel. 01656 773266 • YOUTH CLUB, SENIOR @ Porthcawl YMCA, The Y Centre 25 John Street. The place to be on a Wednesday evening. 6.30–8.30pm. Over 11's. £1 entry. Free for first time users • ZUMBA @ Bryntirion Comp School 6–7pm. £4 per class. Bring a bottle of water. All abilities welcome. No need to be a dancer, just feel the beat and move your feet. Qualified instructor for 15 years, teaching Zumba for 3 years. Info: Diane 07773 912728 or on instructors website www.zumba.com Also on Mondays at Scouts Hall, Llangewydd Road opposite playing fields just off

PORTHCAwL 1st Thurs of every month, 10am–1pm, Trinity Church, John Street. Advice and information for carers.

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• 1ST PORTHCAwL SCOUT All welcome,(no previous experience GROUP BEAVER COLONY required). Members £3, non-members 6–8yrs. 5.15–6.30pm @ Woodland Hall, £5. jgmoneybox-two@yahoo.co.uk Woodland, Avenue, Porthcawl. Meirion • BRIDGEND TOwN AFC Under 784711; davidmann.lewis@virgin.net 12s football. Training at Newbridge • AEROBICS CLASS, Fields, Bridgend. 6–7pm. John: 07800 BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, 540309 Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion (next to the • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, community Centre) 6.15–7.15pm. Call PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from Debbie 07779 709814 11–11.30am. 01656 754850; pylelib@ • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU bridgend.gov.uk BRIDGEND 2pm at the Hope Baptist • CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND Church, Station Hill, Bridgend CF31 1EA. Bridgend Male Choir. 7.30–9.30pm We will examine reconstructing the @ the OCLP Club, Bryntirion, landscape in the past around Glamorgan, Bridgend. Gareth: 01656 862037. www. and further afield. Open to anyone. bridgendmalechoir.co.uk Ccontact usu at: 07751 255725, or email: • COFFEE MORNING/OPEN karljlangford@hotmail.com HOUSE @ Cornelly Community • ASPERGER'S SYNDROME Church, Greenfield Terrace, 9.30–12.

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• COFFEE MORNING, KENFIG For details call Susan 01656 772534 HILL In the vestry of Pisgah Chapel • BEACH BOOT CAMP @ 10.30–12pm. All proceeds to local youth PORTHCAwL HEALTH CLUB organisations. Call Karen: 01656 740684 7–8am @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel.

• ExERCISE FOR THE OVER 50s Members at gym: free, non members £5. @ the Newton Institute, Porthcawl.

More info: 07925 619441 10.30–11.30am. Based on Pilates. £4.

• BINGO & SOCIAL AFTERNOON, Your teacher is two time olympian silver PORTHCAwL @ Awel-y-Mor Centre, medal winner Sue Cheesbrough. Ring 1.45–4pm. All welcome.

07866 313623 for more details • BREASTFEEDING GROUP, • FOLK DANCING, BRIDGEND PORTHCAwL @ 10.15–11.45am, All Penybont Welsh Folk Dancing Club meet Saints Church, Porthcawl, only in term at Coychurch Memorial Hall Bridgend at time. Claire and Carol: 07973 898219 8.15pm. New members always welcome.

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• HATHA YOGA All levels welcome.

7–8.30pm @ Parc Slip Visitor Centre, Fountain Rd, Tondu CF32 0EH. Contact Michele: 07793 544 956, michelelambert 21@hotmail.com www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk • KEEP-FIT CLASSES, COYCHURCH Coychurch Memorial Hall 7–8pm. All levels of fitness catered for. No joining fee. Also on Monday & Friday, 9.30–10.30am • KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearse in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7pm–9pm. Come and give it a try, you won’t regret it. Tel: 01656 740766 • Kickboxing classes: Children from 5 years, Bridgend Also on a Monday @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms.

6–7pm. Loose clothing to start • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thurs of the month at 7pm. Tel: 01656 754850 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • LIFEGUARD CLUB - POOL TRAINING, PYLE @ Pyle Pool 8–10am. Tel: (01656) 771380 for details or www.restbaylifeguards.org.uk • LIGHT SPINNING @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB 5.45–6.45pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • MID GLAMORGAN MIXED CHOIR, PENCOED (Term time only) in The Bowls Club, Pencoed from 7.15–9pm. Call Louise Baker on 01656 667451 timohagan388@hotmail.com • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ BCLC, Cefn Cribwr.

Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www.monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale. bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk • ORIGINAL ARTISTS ACOUSTIC EVENING Every fortnight at the Seahorse, 9pm, in aid of BOBATH Centre for Cerebral Palsy. To play on one of these evenings please contact Nikki on 07916 342370. Small fee to each act • OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP – FORCES FITNESS, BRIDGEND All levels of fitness can attend, FREE WEEK - Newbridge Fields 18.15–9.15 call 07708 964 032 or email info@ forcesfitness.co.uk to book!

• PENCOED LIFESAVING CLUB @ Pencoed Swimming Pool. If you're aged 9-18 and would like to learn lifesaving skills with the opportunity to pursue nationally recognised qualifications in a friendly and fun environment then come along between 7pm-8pm to experience what we offer – bring your bathers – or phone Sarah on 07825 670905 for more details • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794. Also on a Saturday • PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–6.30pm Awely-Mor, Porthcawl. Beginners & training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages (grading every 3 months). Christian Whale (5th Dan): 07784 317151.

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Facebook: Porthcawl Shotokan Karate • PORTHCAWL WI Every 4th Thurs @ All Saints Church, Porthcawl, 2–4pm • PREGNANCY YOGA @ Litchard Infants School, 6–7.15pm. A time for you and your baby, suitable from 16 weeks.

6–7.15pm: Pregnancy Yoga (£30 for 6 weeks). 7.30–8.45pm: Yoga Drop-in class (£4.50 per session or £20 for 5 sessions). Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or pureYoga on facebook • PYLE & PORTHCAWL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING @ The Rest at 7.15pm.

Diverse range of photography related activities. Call Glyn on 01656 772831 (publicity.officer@pyle-porthcawl-ps. co.uk), or www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk • READING GROUPS @ Ogmore Valley Life Centre. Last Thursday of the month, 11am. 01656 754856, ovalelib@bridgend.gov.uk. Also, Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm. 01656 754850, pylelib@ bridgend.gov.uk No meetings in August • ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION, Swansea Bay Branch Last Thursday of every month. Further details 01656 670224 • Senshi Do Karate & Kickboxing @ Cefn Glas scouts hall. Karate: 6–7pm. Kickboxing: 7–8pm. www.senshido-wales@webs.com • SHARING ART Art and craft activities for adults with disabilities @ The Rees Centre 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Session times 10am-12noon and 2pm-4pm, £5 per session, materials and refreshments supplied. Telephone Wendy: 01656 741166, email:wendy. jenkins@scope.org.uk • SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6–7pm. Call Phil on 07951 455246. All welcome.

• SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ St Theodores Church Hall, Port Talbot. Stage 1: 9.45am. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • Slimming World with Dee 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm at Pyle Parish Hall, Pyle road. Tel: 07733 267369, or just pop in!

• SlimTONE SLIMMING CLASS 10–11am at the Y Centre Porthcawl and 9.30–10.30am at Cwrt Anghorfa (next to The Tap Public House). Contact Marie on 01656 870339 for further information • STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND Performing arts classes, ages 3–18. Contact Helene on 01446 781454. www.stagecoach. co.uk/bridgend. Also on Friday & Saturday • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre 7.15–8.15pm. Male & female, all ages welcome! Instructor Sarah Panes, Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree Black Belt ITF TKD Instructor.

Kids Tae Kwon Do 6–7pm. Call Sarah: 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 • TI A FI Y SGER PARENT TODDLER GROUP 9–11am.

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• WESTWARD 0–4 MEET AND PLAY GROUP A stay and play facility for babies and toddlers aged 0-4. Westward Community Centre, Cefn Glas, Bridgend. 1.30-3pm. £1 donation required (includes tea/coffee) • YOGA CLASS @ Litchard Infants School, 7.30–8.45pm. General drop in class, suitable for all levels. Relax, recentre and renew. Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or PureYoga on Facebook • YOUTH CLUB, JUNIOR @ Porthcawl YMCA, The Y Centre 25 John Street. The place to be on a Wednesday evening. 6.30–8pm. Under 11's. £1 entry.

Free for first time users • ZUMBA North Cornelly Community Centre. 8–845pm. Only £3. Join the party and zumba the winter blues away!

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Friday • AB ATTACK @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB 5.45–6.45pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU WALKS 10am meeting at the Llantwit Major Train Station carpark. Looking at a wide range of archaeological sites throughout the Vale of Glamorgan. We look at Iron-Age hill-forts, medieval castles, and even sites that we just discover along the way. Walking boots and refreshments a must. More info: 07751 255725 or email: karljlangford@ hotmail.com • BINGO, Kenfig Hill – after Luncheon Club. Eyes down at 1.45pm at the Talbot Community Centre, Kenfig Hill. More info: Cheryl on 01656 749754 • BOOGIE BEAT MUSIC & MOVEMENT Classes for up to age 5yrs. 9.30–10.15am @ Awel y Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl. To book your free trial contact Nicky on 07789 688447 nickygreenway@boogiebeat. co.uk www.boogiebeat.co.uk • BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS @ Pyle Life Centre, 2pm. 01656 754850 pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk • BRIDGEND FUCHSIA SOCIETY, YNYSAWDRE @ Ynysawdre Community Centre. 1st Friday of the month, 7pm. All welcome! Call 01656 661338 / 07976 430086. king-barry@ btconnect.com • BRIDGEND WRITERS’ CIRCLE, BRIDGEND @ Bryntirion & Laleston Community Hall, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion, CF31 4EF. 01656 772738. www.bridgendwriters.webs.com • BUZZ SOFTPLAY (inc. messy play) 10.30am–midday - BCLC Cefn Cribwr. www.mybclc.org/ 01656 745655.

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• CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH AND SPANISH FOR ADULTS (term time) @ Cefn Cribwr, Bethlehem Church Life Centre. Spanish 10am–12pm.

French 12.30pm–2.30pm. Call Kim: 02920 382431 or Amanda 01656 650360, courseinfosouth@swales.wea.org.uk • KOREAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL TANG SOO DO @ All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. Martial arts for the whole family. Tiger Tots: 4–6yrs: 6–6.30pm; Dragons: 7–12 yrs 6.30–7.30pm; Adults: 13yrs+: 7.30–8.30pm. Tel 07788 482450 e-mail: porthcawltsd@btinternet.com. www.ttfuk.co.uk Also on Tuesdays • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www. monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk • PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (Term time only) Classes from 4.45–7.15pm, please call for details Limited places. Register your child in our fun packed classes. Existing members guaranteed a place. Tel: 07971 476738 • PORTHCAWL PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Last Friday of the month in the Unitarian Church School Room, Nottage, 10.30am. More info: 01656 783071 • SCOPE'S COMMUNITY COMPANIONS CAFE 10am–1pm @ The Rees Centre, 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Weekly activities such as cookery demonstrations, arts and crafts, gardening, boccia, chair aerobics and much more. Come along for a cuppa and a chat and find out more about our Befriending Service for people over 50.

Telephone Donna: 01656 741166, email: donna.akdemir-young@scope.org.uk • SEQUENCE DANCING, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity church 8–10.15pm. £2.50. 01656 782606 • SENSHI DO ‘The Warriors Way’ KARATE & KICKBOXING, BRIDGEND @ Brackla Community Centre, Whitethorne drive, Brackla, Bridgend. 6.30–7.30pm. All levels, beginners welcome. Call 07791 412864, email bkkc@live.co.uk • SHOUT – FOR OVER 50s, PORTHCAWL 1st Friday of month.

Open forum in Porthcawl to express your concerns. @ Trinity Church at 2pm.

Tel: 01656 786463 • SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ 9.45–10.45am. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • STAY AND PLAY GROUP FOR TWINS/MULTIPLES Any children will be the responsibility of the parent/ carer they are with. Mums-to-be welcome. 12–2pm at Coity Higher Community Centre, Heol West Plas, Philip Square, Litchard, CF35 6BA.

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Contact: Kathryn Baker 07824 876945, twinklebridgend@aol.com or Facebook Twin-kle Twin-kle Twin Group Bridgend • TAI CHI, BRIDGEND @ Bridgend Recreation Centre, 7–8.30pm. Beginners welcome. John Jones, Chief Instructor. sunsdragon@hotmail.com • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Pyle Church Hall. 10–11am.

Other classes held throughout the Borough. Instructor G Lake, email: Caringspirit15@yahoo.co.uk • TANG SOO DO, PYLE & District (Korean self defence) No training fee for first month. Junior 5yrs+ 6.30–.15pm. Mixed class 7.20–8.30pm.

Advanced Class 8.30–9pm (also Mondays). Upstairs in Pyle Life Centre.

Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell: 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@ tangsoodo.co.uk • TI Â FI AR LAN Y MÔR BILINGUAL PARENT TODDLER GROUP 10am-11:30am. All Saints Church Vestry, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. 07966 321764 • TAI CHI & QI GONG @ Awel-Y - Mor Centre, Porthcawl. 10. 30 am 11.30am. Beginners welcome. Gilda: 07840 350167 • TINYTALK BABY SIGNING CLASSES, PYLE @ Coychurch Memorial Hall 10.30–11.30am. Eluned: 07877 566935, eluendw@tinytalk.co.uk or www.tinytalk.co.uk/elunedw • TWINS & MULTIPLES GROUP, PYLE @ Once Upon A Playtime in Bridgend, 10am–12 noon. Clare Roberts: 07932 972200, d.c.roberts@sky.com • WELSH KARATE UNION PORTHCAWL CLUB @ Porthcawl Community Hall, Porthcawl Comprehensive School. 6–8pm. www. welshkarateunion.org • Zumba @ Kenfig Labour Club.

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Saturday • ART & CRAFT EXHIBITION First Saturday of every month at the Pier Hotel,11am–3pm. Free admission. All are very welcome. Info: geoffstone44@ gmail.com • BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS, KENFIG NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE 3rd Saturday of the month, 9am–12pm. Enjoy walks with the warden, in association with Glamorgan Bird Club. Meet at the Reserve Centre. Free admission and car park. 01656 743386 • BORE COFFI/COFFEE MORNING, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place 10.30am–12pm. 1st Sat of the month.

For Welsh learners and Welsh speakers to meet for a chat. A warm welcome to all – croeso cynnes i bawb • CAR BOOT SALES, BRIDGEND @ The West House Pub. 9am–12pm. Set up 8am. Cars £5/Vans £8. All proceeds to local charities. Please contact Rob & Helen on 01656 653809 • CHARITY FUN QUIZ IN AID OF VELINDRE CANCER CARE @ the Swan Inn, Nottage, Porthcawl, 5.30pm.

The open quiz has no written answers, just shout out the answer! Come along and join in the fun only 10p for a wrong answer and a raffle ticket for correct

ones. The winning tickets have a free drink! Tel. 07813 506044 • CHILDREN’S ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL 10.30–11.45am, Crafty Little Creations @ Porthcawl RFC. Call Sue on (01656) 788420/ 07791 476882 • INDOOR CAR BOOT SALE @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. First 3 Saturdays of every month. 9am–12pm. Phone 01656 657463 to book. Free tea, coffee & biscuits • Live Entertainment Saturday nights @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. £2 • MEMBERS AND GUESTS OF THE RAFA CLUB, PORTHCAWL are invited to enjoy bingo at 7.30pm.

Followed by live entertainment by top class artists till 11.30pm • PORTHCAWL & DISTRICT ART SOCIETY EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS @ the old Police Station Gallery, John Street. 11am–4.30pm.

FREE. Also on the rest of the week • PRAM FITNESS, PORTHCAWL @ the Loft Cafe, Broadlands, Bridgend, 10-11am. )utdoor post-natal exercise class for mums whilst baby enjoys a ride in their pram. Contact Sarah on 07917 276788. Email sarah-dowson@sky.com • ROCK CLUB, PORTHCAWL Music workshops for 8–16years old.

Learn and perform regularly! All levels, guitars, bass, drums, keyboards, singers, all welcome. Book a place on 01656 786319. Rock & Arts Club, 41 John Street, Porthcawl Town/ www.rockclub.org.uk • SILURES ART GALLERY, PORTHCAWL Open every Weekend and Bank Holidays 11am to 4.30pm at 40 South Road. New exhibition each month with free admission. www.silures.co.uk • STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library 2.30pm. Tel: 01656 754845 email: porthcawllib@bridgend.gov.uk • TAI CHI All Saints Church, Victoria Ave, Porthcawl 10–11am. Fair LadySleeping Tiger Tai Chi. 01656 785014

Sunday • BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A weekly programme of three walks: long (10–12m), medium (7–9m) and short (4–6m). Meet at Bridgend Rec Centre.

We’re gone by 9 am for long and 9:30 for medium and short walks. See www. bridgendramblers.co.uk for program.

• CAR BOOT SALE, BRIDGEND @ the multistorey car park next to Aldi, 7am–12pm. 80–200 car boot stalls each week! All proceeds invested into events in Bridgend. Tel: 01656 661338 • CAR BOOT SALES at the Rest Porthcawl 6am ‘til late. Extremely popular events – lovely family days out.

Hot & cold refreshments served from our cafe, open daily 10am–4pm, early on car boot Sundays. Sellers £6/car and £12/van. More info: 01656 772066 • CIRCLE OF LIGHT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, PORTHCAWL @ Awel y Mor Centre.

6pm. itstriza@talk21.com • INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL, MAESTEG @ Maesteg Comprehensive. 11am–6pm. Adults 16+. Contact Phil: 0753 5254290; philipnmorgan@sky.com

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• INDOOR TABLE TOP SALE @ North Cornelly Community Centre.

9am–1pm. Sell your unwanted items old or new or grab a bargain. £5/table for sellers if booked in advance or £6 on the day! Free entry for buyers. Refreshments available. Call Helen on 07938 516452 for more details • Live Entertainment 5–7pm @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. Plus karaoke until late!

• PORTHCAWL COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA @1st, 3rd, (5th) Sunday of each month, 6-8pm @ Our Lady Star of the Sea Church hall, New Road. £2 per session, refreshments served. Grade 3 standard is desirable.

For more information: 07861600667 or porthcawl.orchestra@outlook.com • RED TOOTH POKER, PORTHCAWL Evenings @ The Salthouse, Porthcawl. For a chance to be in the regional finals and win big money.

Or just play for fun. Tel: 01656 783380 • ST DAVID’S JUNIOR CHURCH @ St David’s Church, Florence St, Porthcawl. Term time only, 9.30– 10.30am. Play games, sing songs, read stories and do craft. Group for 0–5 year olds (under 2s must bring a parent) • ST JOHN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEWTON Age 3+ every Sunday, 11am–12 noon, in the schoolroom opposite the church on the green. Great stories, drawing, singing, with Janet and Bev, followed by squash and a biscuit.

Come along any Sunday, we would love to see you!

• SENSHI DO ‘The Warriors Way’ KARATE & KICKBOXING, BRIDGEND @ 3rd Bridgend Scouts Hall, Llangewydd Rd Bryntirion, Bridgend. 6pm till 7pm Karate and 7pm to 8pm Kickboxing/MMA. All levels, beginners welcome. Call 07791 412864 email bkkc@live.co.uk Also, Tuesdays 7–8pm karate. Beginners and all levels welcome. Call Paul Evans: 07791 412864 • SINGLES RENDEZVOUS CLUB, BRIDGEND @ the Brewery Field, Rugby Club, Tondu Road, Bridgend. For single over 30s. 8pm to midnight. Free, entry £4. Smart dress. 01656 773330 or email oursinglesclub@gmail.com

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The regular Friday Tai Chi class there is normally one hour 10–11am, but on this day it will be 10am–12 noon. The public can watch demonstrations or learn a few movements from the internal Chinese martial arts of the Sun Family.

Entry is free, car park free, and free coffee or tea will be provided.

The public can come and go as they please. Visitors are invited to make a donation to the funds of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution.

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St Johns Church Summer Fayre ‘The Commune’ music festival returns to raise awareness of climate change Sustainable development charity, Sustainable Wales (SW), will be holding a fundraising gig at the Hi Tide, Porthcawl (6th July, 7pm).

While serving up an eclectic mix of acoustic, folk, indie, electronica, rock and more, SW also wish to raise awareness of the growing climate crisis. Tickets are £5 in advance (available from SUSSED in Porthcawl) or £7 ‘on the door’.

From the mellow acoustics of up-and-coming Porthcawllocal, Rebecca Hurn, and the new-wave-inspired Nick Ward, to the cool electronic vibe of Peter Morgan, the evening is

Great News for the Lunch Club The Cornelly Lunch Club has been able to expand its menu from two to three courses thanks to a donation from the Kenfig Corporation Trust.

"It’s great news that we have been given the donation. I am already putting together ideas for the different starters we can try. The emphasis will be on freshly prepared home

sure to inspire, intrigue and entertain. Bridgend’s most exciting rock band, S.E.X., will headline; keeping the flame of 80’s glam alive right here in Porthcawl. More acts to be confirmed.

S.E.X.’s front man, Phil Jones, is happy to support the cause, but also joked, “it’s difficult fronting a glam-rock band, especially when, I, the band’s most senior member [by 30 years], is the only slightly glamorous one”.

In the light of recent news that the concentration of CO2 in the Earth’s atmosphere has passed the symbolic 400 parts per million (the highest in 3 million years), SW believes it more important than ever to work towards a more sustainable future .

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cooked food!" said Liam Turner, chef at The Grove, Porthcawl, who volunteers to cook at the club every Thursday.

Local Community Councillor and Club organiser Diane Spanswick said: "We are very pleased with the donation from the Trust and are thankful for their continued support. The first soup we prepared was carrot and coriander…it was delicious, all the clean soup bowls showed how much everyone enjoyed it!"

The Luncheon Club is open to all and is always keen to welcome new diners. Meeting on Tuesday and Thursday at the Cornelly Community Centre, the full three-course lunch including tea and coffee is £3.50 and is served at 12.30pm. Why not pop along!

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Saturday 6th July 2013 at 12 noon.

We are lucky this year to have 'Bibi' to open our fayre, she sang at the opening ceremony of the Olympics.

The fayre takes place on Newton Green and has done for many hundred of years, The fayre today still has some of the features they had in medieval times, which are dancing around the maypole, tug of war between the local pubs, local music and folk dancing.

There will be many stalls on the green selling lots of homemade produce, along with other stalls with books, plants, tombola, L'Oreal products – something for everyone so bring lots of money to spend!

There will be many table games for the children, and bouncy castle and football games to keep them entertained, while the adults enjoy a glass of Pimms or two or why not pop into the school room and treat yourselves to some delicious lunch.

There will be guided tours of our beautiful church which is steeped in history. Our bell ringers will be giving a demonstration of their amazing skill ringing the hand bells, this will take place at 11.30am.

So come along at 11.30am to hear the bells ring and then watch Bibi officially open the fayre at 12 noon.

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Griffin Park Community Centre Griffin Park Community Centre is located on New Road but can be accessed from Griffin Park, through the bowling greens.

The hall is available to hire at very competitive rates and is suitable for most activities.

The kitchen is available for tea etc and disability access is good. The hall benefits from the fact that there is access to

the park and in the summer it is very pleasant to take a break and sit outside on the benches (weather permitting!).

At the moment we have the following groups using the hall: judo, bingo, table top sale, wine circle and Halo.

A new group recently started up here, a peer to peer support group for the carers and parents of adolescents and adults on the autistic spectrum.

Our aim is to promote the hall within the community because we think it is a valuable resource for any groups looking for a base.

We have successfully rented out the hall for children's parties recently and the feedback was very good. If you wish to view or hire the hall please contact 07576 596456, or visit our Facebook page.

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Glamorgan WI Show The Glamorgan WI Show will be held in North Cornelly Community Centre and Public Hall on Saturday 27th July, from 10am–5pm.

Refreshments will be on sale throughout the day. Adults £2.50, accompanied children under 10 years free.

The theme this year is "As the Saying Goes" based on proverbs. Institutes throughout Glamorgan will be taking part in 20 classes, including baking (entries to include a plaited loaf and any cooked item using parsnips), craft "All that Glitters is not Gold", plus jewellery and a heart class, art, flower classes, one depicting the title of a book, and many others, not forgetting the 2013 special class - a mascot for your WI to celebrate the 90th year of Glamorgan Federation, made from recycled material. Last year we had over 1500 entries.

Country Markets homemade cakes and preserves will be on sale. A raffle for delicious hampers will be held. So come along and enjoy the day.

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Summer invasion Children are always welcome in the library, but there’s one place they don’t go…the adults’ section! Pop in during opening hours and complete a treasure hunt that will take you to the deepest, darkest corners of Porthcawl Library. Until Friday 26th July

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Summer Fete @ Our Lady Star of The Sea, New Road , Porthcawl on Saturday 27th July starts at 10.30am.

Bric a Brac, Arthur's kitchen, Books, Cake stall, Bumper raffle, cheese and wine, money tree, giant Connect 4 game to play, and much more. Please come and join us!

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Art Exhibition @ Moochers, Kenfig Hill (by Memorial) 10-4pm. Tel: 07925 042 731. Every Saturday in July

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6.30–8.30pm. @ Parc Slip, Tondu, CF32 0EH. Fortnightly: July 2nd, 16th and 30th. www.daveweller.co.uk / 07792 716636 Newton Primary School Fete 3.30pm onwards.

Hogroast, Bar, Smythreens, Bouncy Castle, Donkey Rides, Balloons, Games, Guitarist and lots more fun!

Please come along and support the school!

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Rhondda Symphony Orchestra @ All Saints, Porthcawl 7.30pm. Star Spangled Concert. £10. Under 18s free

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KPC Youth - Annual General Meeting @ their centre in Pyle from 6.30 pm. All are welcome to help celebrate another year of working with young people within our community, and have the opportunity to find out more about KPC's plans for the future. Followed by some light refreshments. Please phone 01656 749219 or email kpcyouth@ hotmail.com to confirm attendance.

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Rotary Charity Walk In support local charities. 12 noon near the Lifeboat Station, Porthcawl, follow the Esplanade, West Drive and the coastal path to Rest Bay and return. Enquiries to 01656 645148 and 01656 788735

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The Porthcawl Walk In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Starting at the Hi-Tide, 10am. See article and advert for more details

Charity Concert in aid of LATCH, The Welsh Children’s Cancer Charity @All Saints Church, Porthcawl Saturday 20th July 2013 at 7pm (doors open at 6.15pm). Featuring the combined choirs of Port Talbot Cymric Male Choir and Porthcawl Male Voice Choir. Special Guest: Charlotte Skidmore (Soprano). Tickets : £6 – call 01639 885544 or 07900 493697 or on the door on the evening

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Happiness and Wellbeing Day @ Griffin Park 28 Community Centre, New Road, Porthcawl. ‘Isis’ first family event with workshops – yoga, meditation, drumming, art, dance, tai chi, etc. Fairtrade cafe, stalls and therapies available. Cost Adults £1 kids free: Call 07866 277560 Bogies in the basement 2.30pm @Porthcawl Library.

Have you ever wondered what lives under the floorboards? We’ll be reading stories about the creepiest, crawliest creatures and making our own too!

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auguSt Universal Angel Star Alternative Therapy & Self Love Evening @ North Cornelly Community Centre, 6–10pm. Entrance £1. Contact Rachel on 01656 859987 or 07889 786955 or email chamuel@hotmail.co.uk

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Wanted – Panto Babes for a Fairytale Christmas!

Youngsters from Porthcawl and nearby areas who have that extra special star quality are being encouraged to come along to the The Grand Pavilion Theatre in Porthcawl to audition for the Christmas pantomime!

Imagine Theatre, producers of this year’s pantomime, which is the magical fairytale Snow White are on the hunt for youngsters to join the cast as panto babes.

Snow White is an all time family favourite and Imagine Theatre are eager to get some young, local talent involved with the show too.

Children between the ages of nine and sixteen are being invited to tread the boards

and show off their fancy footwork and audition at The Grand Pavilion Sunday 7 July, at 9.45am for 10am start.

Steve Boden, producer of the show from Imagine Theatre, said: “We are looking for children with the ‘x-factor’ – that something special that makes them stand out from the crowd. They need to be bubbly, confident and great dancers who are prepared to work hard as well as having lots of fun!”

For more information or to book tickets contact the Grand Pavilion box office on 01656 815995 or visit www. grandpavilion.co.uk SERINA WILLIAMS

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Summer football fun weeks

29th Jul – 2nd Aug & 12th –16th Aug 2013

Pyle and Kenfig golf Club news

Griff Spensley

The weather was set fair though windy proving a challenge for competitors playing in Pyle and Kenfig’s Club Championship Qualifier weekend on 18th and 19th May. The top 15 combined gross scores were achieved by J Reed, C Evans, I Booth, P Derham, J Williams, R Peet, M Peet, D James (Club Capt.), D Phillips, P Jones, J Savile, L Thompson, C Slocombe, D Jones and C

Tang Soo do Championship medal Haul For Porthcawl

Recently a team from Porthcawl Tang Soo Do joined over 900 other Tang Soo Do practitioners at the United Kingdom Open Tang Soo Do Championship.

The tournament hosted by the Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation was held in the Cardiff UWIC National Indoor Athletic Centre and attracted competitors from around the UK, across Europe and the USA. The competition consisted of four disciplines: point sparring, empty hand forms, weapon forms plus the crowd pleasing

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Rowe who all qualified for the Championship along with current Club Champion, Carwyn Hammond.

The next best 16 combined scores qualified for the Sker Salver, successful competitors were M Sullivan, A Williams, M Lethbridge, S Brown, J Stone, S Griffiths, R Adams T Furneaux, R Booth, L Jones, T Prydie, T Flint, L Mcnally, J Jones, I Howell and J David. Good luck to all!

Men’s Competition results were as follows; Country Members’ Cup winner, S Newton, White Bowl Cup winner, J Templar, Billa David Cup winner, G Spensley.

Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club welcomes all golfers and the Course is open all year round.

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extreme breaking competition.

The 32 strong Porthcawl team brought back a total of 29 medals: 11 gold, 10 silver and 8 bronze across all age groups and each discipline demonstrating the depth of skill of the class.

During the opening ceremony the Head Instructor of the Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation Master John Trudgill was promoted to the rank of 7th Dan by UTC Kwan Jang Nim Grandmaster Penny Mitchell, a well deserved promotion for someone that does so much for Tang Soo Do in the UK, Europe and beyond.

Porthcawl Tang Soo Do runs three classes on a Tuesday and Friday evenings – please see the What's On section for details.

The Traditional Tang Soo Do Federation has 17 classes across South Wales, for more info visit www.ttfuk.co.uk Kyo SA AdriAn HumPHrieS

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SuperStars have teamed up with Porthcawl Town Athletic FC to lay on ‘2 Weeks’ of Summer Football Fun Weeks to be held locally at Locks Lane!

The Football Fun Weeks will be headed up by a team of SuperStars Coaches, all of whom will be FA/UEFA Qualified, First Aid, Child Protection Trained and CRB Enhanced.

There will be a mix of activities, suitable for footballing ages from 4 - 16, broken down into daily ‘Skills and Topics’. Players will cover a range of footwork skills and tactics throughout the week.

There will also be small sided games each afternoon and a SuperStars Tournament Day

Porthcawl Town Athletic 1sts

Porthcawl Town Athletic Senior section who run three teams, 1sts in the South Wales Senior League and the 2nds and 3rds in the Port Talbot League, had their annual presentation night in the Atlantic Hotel recently.

A great night was had by all and a big thank you goes to the staff of the Atlantic for accommodating us. The first team trophies went to Gareth Davies (18 yrs) for Most Improved, William Owen (25 yrs) for Players' Player and Joseph McCarthy (18 yrs) had Player of the Year. The first team, which has an average age of 20, last year finished exactly halfway in the league after

on the final day of the course followed by a presentation ceremony. The course will be broken down into three age specific groups: • FIRST-Kicks (Ages 4-7) KEY AIMS: HAVING FUN through football!

• MINI-Kicks (Ages 8-11) KEY AIMS: HAVING FUN, developing key techniques of football • PRO-Kicks (Ages 12-16) KEY AIMS: HAVING FUN, mastering key techniques and understanding football tactics.

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being in the bottom three after 10 games, so the guys gained a lot of experience over the season. If there is anyone who would like to come and join we will be starting training every Tuesday and Thursday from the 18th June at Locks Lane at 6pm.

I would also like to ask if any local businessmen or anyone else who would like to sponsor the Senior section to get in touch with myself by email or mobile, please do so. We are trying to keep these talented local young boys, who have all come through from mini football in the Junior Section, playing for their local team.

You can sponsor a player, a kit, tracksuits, have your name in our home programmes, or just want to put some money our way and have a banner around the pitch, anything would be appreciated.

I am really excited about what we can achieve this season with the experience we have gained over the last. mATTHew Bowden

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Porthcawl surf report The sea is officially too cold.

I'm saying this in the hope that writer's jinx will ensure the situation has changed embarrassingly at the time of

Porthcawl lifeguards Club Firstly BIG congratulations go out to club members Matt Higginson and Dave Carlson who completed their gruelling 63 mile run for charity last month.

The guys ran from Barry to the Gower to raise money for Help the Heroes and people can still contribute by viewing Matt's Just Giving page www.

Southerndown and ogmore Surf report Now that the warmer sea winds are with us, the sand at Southerndown is blown back up to the top of the beach.

It now hugs the bottom of the pebble bank and acts as a foundation to keep the pebbles in place that protect the shoreline. I believe the hole which had appeared in the pebble bank was hand filled by placing pebbles there, to fill it in.

At the beach in Ogmore by Sea, the sand is lower than ever and limestone rocks can be seen where they never were before at the bottom of the shingle bank. 10ft above the

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writing – we all need to show optimism somehow. Water temperatures in Porthcawl have been stuck at around two degrees below the averages we'd normally expect – especially after an upwelling that followed the warm spell.

It means everyone's been wearing more wetsuit than they'd like!

The waves have been good though - a series of swells coincided with the first few sunny spells of the year.

Despite more neoprene than usual, people have been surfing very well. Mike Hunter has been putting some great turns together, as had Steve Childs.

Longboarder Tom Watkins has also been getting some good ones, as well as Anne Gallagher, back from a spell hiding in a cave running the Springwatch live cams. A few gorgeous sunsets have rewarded those waiting until the end of the day to surf, too. We all love summer, eh?

A rare event, thanks to these late nights, was that the June meeting of the Welsh Coast Surf Club saw most of the members go surfing for the evening. A few small but clean lines coming in to Coney, before moving inside the Hi Tide to see plans for the possible Maritime Centre in Cosy Corner. WCSC and local surfers are well behind this one. Come on BCBC; let it happen!

WCSC is also running sessions for youngsters several nights a week at the moment – check out the Facebook page, website or Twitter feed if interested.

See you in the water.

Tom AnderSon

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Finally, we seem to have had Bay Swim' on Saturday 17th justgiving.com/matthewan influx of new members August from our club house at higginson1/ PROTECT - PRIVATE months but we are Rhych Point, Porthcawl, the big over recent The club is also very proud of  More details still looking for new members, our nipper juniors who recently yellow building.  for details please email out to follow in next month Seapassed their junior lifesaving club secretary Penny John at side News regards start times awards which involved pool, and details of other attractions SecPLGC@Hotmail.com and beach, sea and first aid exams. also look out for our new we are going to have on the They are now able to do junior website which will eventually day. Why not come down for patrols down Coney Beach be launched later July.  the afternoon with the  family to assist the professional   a BBQ     as we will have and lifeguards on duty there. Well dAve dAvieS     all done guys.   teas, coffees being served  day, please keep your fingersHill & Cefn Cribwr  This summer we are holdPyle, Kenfig  crossed for good weather. ing our annual 'Around The

current sand level is an upright rock, that used to be covered half way up with sand. That is now, half way up the shingle bank, as I say 10ft higher than the beach level thus, affecting the quality of the surf.

I cannot imagine the day, where sand will return to this beach and pile back on the 10ft of sand which has gone to the dreaded dredger. It’s a forever lasting shame.

I was very excited to see porpoise fishing in Brig Y Don Bay one pink evening, it was so lush to see and how great it would be to surf with them one day. dAvid A BATTen

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