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WROXHAM AND HOVETON LIONS CLUB

Now that autumn is upon us let’s hope we all enjoyed our lovely hot summer. As we approach winter, our first fund raising event is the Craft Fair, being held on Sunday October 2nd at the Broadland Youth and Community Centre on Stalham Road Hoveton. Why not come along and see the lovely variety of crafts there and maybe start buying some early Christmas presents! Entry is free and, as usual, refreshments, including bacon rolls, will be available. As promised in last month’s report, we are can announce that the final sum raised by this year’s Hoveton Village Charity Fete was £2,904. Once again, thank you to everyone who supported us on the day. It was sad to hear of the death of Lesley Bryan, one of our past lions, who we must credit for settling up the Lions Charity shop in the Precinct in Hoveton and was manageress for several years. Our condolences go out to the family. Our charity shop continues to be busy and we still need your donations, especially bric-brac. So, if you are having a sort out, or downsizing, would you please consider us. You can drop items in at the shop, or alternatively ring them on 01603 783737 or myself on 07850 091570 and we can arrange collection. On the social front, a number of our members and their wives/ partners recently enjoyed a very pleasant evening at the Museum of the Broads, including a river trip on the electric boat, as far as Hunsett Mill. At the end of the evening, we presented the museum with a cheque for £200. All the monies raised by the shop and our other activities, go towards helping other charities and deserving causes in our local community, as well as assisting with any disasters either nationally or internationally, through the Lions Clubs International Foundation, of which are part. If you have any spare time and feel you would like to put it to good use and put something back into your community, why not think about joining us. We are always looking for and welcome new members. If you are interested, please give me a call 07850 091570 or contact our membership chair-person Lion Lydia Spight via our Learn More link on web site www.wroxhamandhovetonlions.org Terry Vout President. Womack Herons is a social group with a year round programme of events usually focused in the Northern Broads and Norwich areas. Some of our activities are riverside offering the opportunity for a pleasant cruise for our boating members, however all events are accessible by road. Our informal meetings always include the opportunity to eat together - and often a walk, quiz, talk or visit to a place of interest. We welcome visitors and new members; membership is £5pp/pa. For information and full details of events see www.womackherons.org.uk; to book contact Tricia at tricia@womackherons.org.uk or 07931 301606. Our events in October and November are: Tues Oct 18th, 7pm: Brief AGM, Light Supper and Entertaining Quiz in Ludham Church Room. Please book by October 11th. Thurs Nov 17th: End of Season Supper at the Kings Head, Coltishall 7pm. Booking required by Nov 10th, with menu choice.

WORSTEAD FESTIVAL A SUCCESS

The Worstead Festival wove its magic for thousands of people determined to enjoy the entertainment, re-engage with crowds and relish the simple pleasure of meeting friends. The bells of St Mary’s rang out as the trickle of visitors turned into a flood when the gates opened at ten each morning on the last weekend in July. The welcoming team struggled at first to cope with the numbers of people streaming from the free car parks. It’s estimated that eight-thousand adults and children came on Saturday with fewer on Sunday - perhaps because of light showers forecast. These proved to be refreshing in the heat. The children loved the slapstick comedy of Foolhardy Circus, the climbing wall or building imaginative creations in the LEGO tent. Among many other activities. Others enjoyed the live music, the sheep and dog shows, the heavy horses, the bull riding, the art, the shopping and the food - the chef’s displays, the take-aways or the produce stalls! “The best thing was seeing people with smiles on their faces and joy in their eyes,” said the Chair of the Festival Trustees, Jane Bond. “Feedback from the artisans in the Made in Worstead tent and from all the other stall-holders was amazingly positive. We’ve taken about 20 bookings for next year already!” Many of those who enjoyed the return of the festival after two years of covid cancellations have gone onto social media. “Utterly splendid,” said one. “Loved it and cannot wait until next year.” Other comments carried on the theme. “Wonderful weekend.’’ “Thank you everyone.” “Very well organised.” “Amazing festival, meeting so many lovely people.” The takings are still being added up but local good causes will be invited in due course to apply for grants to help in their work. The festival website is worsteadfestival.org

WROXHAM BURE VALLEY ROTARY CLUB

Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland was deeply saddened to learn of the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family as they grieve for their Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. The Queen demonstrated extraordinary dedication and commitment to duty throughout her Reign and did so with a graceful strength and admirable determination. We share our condolences to the Royal Family and His Majesty King Charles III at this sad time. Our own Club at Wroxham Bure Valley held a minute silence before our meeting on 12th September, and after discussion decided to proceed with our big Charity fund raiser, our Classic Car Show at Wroxham Barns on Sunday 18th September. A full report and pictures will be available next month. We are now into our Autumn programme of meetings at Wroxham Barns and have a fascinating and varied programme lined up. We welcome a couple of Ukranian refugees one Monday and have a speaker from NCC on the wider refugee needs in the County. We have talks on beekeeping and a District smoke alarm initiative as well as other topics...and all too soon we shall be dusting off the Santa sleigh ready for our December collecting. We will also be erecting the Christmas tree and lights on Granary Staithe, Hoveton (as supplied by the traders in the precinct) as we have done for the past several years! To find out more about us you could come along to one of our meetings, where you will be made very welcome. You can support us and the many local and international charities we donate to, through the Broadland Council Lottery Scheme – simply go on line at www.communityatheartlottery.com and sign up, selecting Wroxham Bure Valley Rotary Club as your chosen cause. You can also support us directly by visiting our page on the www.totalgiving.co.uk web site. Meantime, we hope everyone stays safe and remember, in the true Rotary spirit of “Service above Self” we have members ready and willing to help out in the local community wherever the need arises. If you fancy joining us for a vibrant, sociable, active, and fun club experience, please contact our president, Robin Baines, on 01603 782920 / 07721 465647.

WROXHAM LIBRARY

Below are some of the events and services we offer but see our Facebook page or call the library on 01603 782560.

NEW Fun and Friendly walk led by a qualified walk leader. Walks start at the library and last no longer than an hour. Tuesdays 1.45 245pm and every week, until Tuesday 8th November. All ages and abilities welcome. Organised by Epic, please contact them for more information at info@epicnorfolk.com · NEW Lego and Art club. Every Wednesday 3.30 - 4.30pm. Put your building skills to the test or relax and get creative at our combined Lego and Art Club. For children aged 5 -11. Under 8s must be accompanied.

· Knit and Natter – not just for knitters! Bring your embroidery, textile, or crochet project along to our informal gathering. Thursday 6thOctober and Thursday 20th October 2.00- 4.00pm..

· Crib Club (Cribbage card game) – new players welcome Thursday 13th October 2.004:00pm. Please bring your own board and cards if you have them.

· Scrabble Club Last Thursday of each month from 2.00-4.00pm. Thursday 27th October. All welcome.

Thinking of starting up or grow-

ing your own business? As a local Business and IP Centre, we have free access to a wide range of business resources at Wroxham library. Find out more at: www.norfolk.gov.uk/bipcnorfolk

· Just a Cuppa, every Tuesday 10.00 – 12pm. Come along for a friendly chat over a cup of tea or · Our Bounce and Rhyme sessions take place on Wednesday at 10.30am. No need to book just drop in and sing along!

· Story Explorers, is a reading adventure for children aged 0 – 5. To sign up and find out more, simply visit the library and speak to a member of staff .

· Family History – Use our free access to Find My Past any time the library is open. Drop-in on Wednesday and Friday evenings between 4.00pm and 6.00pm to get advice from Diane, our family and local history expert. Booking Live – Wroxham Library events are available to view and book online. Go to https:// www.norfolk.gov.uk/libraries-localhistory-and-archives/libraries/whats -on

· Book one 60 or 120 minute session per day on a computer. Contact the library on 01603 782560.

· Return items through the drop box or self-service kiosks

· Download the FREE Spydus app to check out books on your smartphone Download eBooks, audio books, newspapers and magazines by visiting www.norfolk.gov.uk/ libraries Use our self-service Baby Weigh Scales on request.

Housebound Library Service

If you are unable to get out to the library to get your library books, we can bring them to you! Details from the library.

Our normal opening hours are below, though please check for updates on our Facebook and Webpages. We have further extended our opening hours with the Open Library service – contact the library for more information.

· Monday: Closed · Wednesday: 10- 7

· Thursday: 10-7

· Friday: 10-7

· Saturday: 10- 4 Sunday: Closed Visit our Facebook page https:// www.facebook.com/ wroxhamlibraryofficial for updates on events and activities.

www.norfolk.gov.uk/libraries

Service Providers: Now is the time we’re putting together the Dec/Jan 23 edition… Yes, it’ll soon be Christmas & New Year! If you’re looking to highlight your business service to 8000 residential homes & business throughout EIGHTEEN VILLAGES

then join our community! BIG REACH; we print bi-monthly magazines all year & provide an online digital version of this magazine. (visit www.wacbook.co.uk & click the green ‘LOOK INSIDE’ button) Tag us in to your social media posts & wherever possible we’ll support you there too! THE WROXHAM & COLTISHALL BOOK T: 01603 717681 tracey@wacbook.co.uk