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This month has been a really busy one we've been to the Euro mist games and been to Dolly Hall and had so much fun. Please read, "what goes on in Dolly Hall stays in Dolly Hall!" We have too many bank holidays this month one of them because of the Kings Coronation. We had our first musical we called it hair gel we've also had our first ever choir concert at Abbey View community centre and they absolutely loved it they wanted us to go back the next week. There are plenty more concerts planned, so stay tuned. I hope some of you got to join in with the Eurovision events. Liverpool did a great job hosting. Enjoy this bumper edition!!

In this edition we have an article from Ellie Pollard and get to read the winning poem by Ian

BIG EVENTS

Photographs by Various

DW Stadium

There was a charity match at Wigan DW stadium Buzz Hub invited our team to play in the interval It was great playing in a big stadium with fans on a real football pitch. When we came off everyone cheered. We met lots of of players(top photo)

By: Luke Wall Choir

We did our first sing out at a day centre, Abbeyview community centre in Childwall. We sang sea shanties and a Beatles medley. There were about 40 pensioners in the audience and they loved it. All the soloists did amazing We will be doing more concerts over the summer

We also did our first musical, see check out our photos on following pages We were all really nervous but once we got a costumes and make-up on we got into character and it was fantastic.!!!!!!

By: Terri-Ann

Junk Yard Golf

We had a cracking day out in Liverpool at Junk Yard Golf. It was a crazy place with fluorescent lights and lots of cars. The whole Wednesday group went (except ABP, they had a big breakfast)

By: Terri-Ann

G A R D E N U P D A T E

It has been very hard keeping on top of the watering but we are doing ok and have had lots of strawberries.

We hope you like tomatoes because we are growing plenty. We also have potatoes, beetroot, onions, spinach, garlic, carrots, peas and herbs. Our apple tree has fruit on it.

The ABP group made a potting table out of reclaimed wood.

The whole group are responsible for looking after the garden. We have put up a second polytunnel

By : Luke Wall

I LOVE MUSIC

By Ellie Pollard

Ellieisoneofoursolosingersinourchoirshe hasalovelyvoice.Musicisimportanttoher andhereisalittlepiecebyEllieherselfand thebandsheloves.

Terri Ann

My Chemical Romance

AfewyearsagowhenIwassixteenIlistenedtoabandcalledmy chemicalromanceandIhavelovedlisteningtotheirmusiceversince.

ThemembersincludeFrank,ray,Gerard,Mikey, Thesongsinclude.

Teenagers,summertime,oneofmyfavoritesongsiscancer.

MyfavoritesingersisGerardWaybutGerardwayisn’tjustasingerand asongwriterheisaproducer.

Heis theproduceroftheumbrellaacademythathefirstwroteintoa comicbook

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StartedatthesongwelcometotheblackparadeIlovethewaythe musicmakesmefeel. Ireallyfeelbetter

byEleanorPollard

This month, the YVYC Tuesday Book Club interviewed Nicola, one of the members of staff at Halewood Library. We asked her some questions about life as a librarian and why she loves her job.

David: How long have you been working at the library?

Nicola: I’ve worked at the library since September, so less than a year, actually! But it’s always my dream job.

David: Why did you decide to work in the library?

Nicola: Firstly, because I love books and I love people and I get to work with both. Every day is different and we have everybody here - small children for singing and stories, people needing help with the council, it’s different every day!

David: What is your favourite thing about your job?

Nicola: That’s hard because there’s so much, I love! But my favourite thing is the people. It makes me happy every day.

David:Whatisyourleast favouritethingaboutyourjob?

Nicola:That’shardbecause there’snothingIdon’tlikereally! ButIdohateitat5o’clockwhen peoplearestillhereenjoyingthe libraryandIhavetotellthemto gohome.

David: Why should people visit the local library?

Nicola: Because it’s the best place to be! We want everyone to enjoy the library. We have activities and crafts; we have lots of amazing books and will help you find one that you’ll love; we can help with council services - like housing and benefits - and we’ll do anything we can to help you!

Bonus quiz question! – How many books are there in this library?

Nicola: Oh no! I should know this! 17,500, I think!

David: You were close, Nic! The answer is 17,560.

By: David Roberts

EUROMIST GAMES

TAYLOR SHINESIN EUROMIST GAMES

Euromist games Report By: Luke Wall

What a cracking day we had at Euromist games !!

On Wednesday 10th May we went to Anfield sports Centre to play Euromist games. The games were organized by Daisy Inclusive. When we got there we were put into teams Germany, Ukraine, UK, Portugal, Greece and Poland. We were Germany. There was me, Taylor, Craig, Daniel Dailey ,Chloe Crowney , Andrew , John Doyle , Sarah Guy and Autumn.

We played all different games. First was hot potato where we had to get the ball under each others legs and over our heads in lines. Wheelchair basketball was next. We each took turns to throw the ball in the basket without leaving a wheelchair. Next up goal ball. Goal ball is a game were players are blind folded and have to try and score against the other team by listening for a bell inside a ball It was really hard to know where the ball was coming from. Someone in each team clapped to make it easier to know where to roll the ball.

We did wheelchair races, a blind penalty shootout and finished the day with a fun game of Tug of war. John Doyle and Taylor were both stars at the wheelchair races, well done to them. We were proud of our team, and we had a fantastic time. We were there all day and had a lovely lunch. We made friends and got medals.

POTENTIAL, WHAT DOES IT REALLY MEAN?

Potential, what does it really mean? Stored up energy, a light to be seen, Is it the furthest you can go, The farthest we can see, The chance to learn and grow, To be what we can be, I found a hidden crop of people, When I was lost and sad, Saw them keep on going, Felt the potential they all had, I felt the days and months drift on, The friendships forming strong, I saw them struggle and still move on, Sing their souls out in a song, I wanted to find out more about me, The disabilities that I face, I felt I'd found the limits of me, Was alone without a place, My ex girlfriend made me believe in magic, And in the power of the world, But our empty story ended tragically, As the loss and pain unfurled, One thing after another hit, I felt lost beyond my limit, I sunk down low, I didn't fit, And I fell into a pit, It was then I saw the sun and moon, The grass and trees and birds, It was then I saw you all and soon, An Angel's voice was heard, I saw the potential of the world, Melody of earth and sky, I watched the black holes form and swirl, I saw nurture in your eyes, I remembered the promises I'd made myself, The child that hides inside, I made some choices to protect myself, Saw the rising, falling tide, I felt the weight of all I bore, The gods that called my name, Looked my void full on and swore, Feeling it could be tamed, I began to feel a place I loved, A people who I felt at home with, I felt the skies drifting above, And I knew that I could live, The potential every one of you hold, Is like the promise I made myself, No limits here, or so I'm told, As we journey for form and self, I feel myself begin to act, I feel my world begin to change, I feel the joy my days have lacked, As my heart and soul rearrange, The clock tick tocks, The days drift on, And I know not what they'll bring, But with you all, if we sing our songs, Then I'm sure our souls will sing.

IAN McGrath

Read Ian's winning poem.

Ian has published two poetry books and his third titled, 'Angel dust and Spirt Shards' will be out next year. He is very talented.

What goes on in Dolly Hall stays in Dolly Hall !

By Luke and Aaron

Day 1 - The Adventure Begins

We were all really excited for Our Dolly Hall Trip, Monday until the Friday. We went in 2 mini buses with 1 mini bus full of luggage and sports and games pieces. We then stopped off at Pistol waterfall, where we seen a baby lamb and its mother The scenery was amazing We then went up to the waterfall to take a group photo on the bridge that was onlooking the waterfall. We all headed towards Dolly Hall. When we arrived at Dolly Hall we unloaded the luggage mini bus into the hallway. Then we all got put into rooms the boys on one side the girls on the other side and the staff Our Asda shopping arrived, we all took it in turns to bring in the Asda shopping Then we all took our luggage to the rooms and made up our beds. Some of us had to set up the tables for the week ahead in the dining room. We all had a lovely curry and rice with naan bread and popadoms it went down well with everyone After we all had tea some of us played pool and some of us watched the Liverpool match with lots of goodies We all had a good first night together

..THEN THE BUS GOT STUCK

Day - Beautiful Aberystwyth

Boss sceney on our way to Aberystwyth When we got there one of the buses was stuck when we had to park so we had to reverse backwards into a back garden to get the van facing the right way for us to get down to the promenade. We went into 2 groups some of us walked up the mountain and some of us went on the train. There was a café at the top of the mountain and we had lovely ice cream and some drinks. There was a telescope overlooking the bay,we found it very interesting looking out through the telecscope We all took turns to have a look through One of the staff little legs (Caroline) had to get a boost up to see through the telescope She found people swimming at the beach We all went together to look from the top of the mountain at the amazing view We noticed a disc golf, also we noticed that there was a small mini golf We then split into 2 groups some of us went on the mountain train to go down and some of us walked back down It was a hard time getting up for some of are members they really made a success to get up and down the mountain. After our walk down the mountain we all had our lunch. We went on a long walk across the promenade at the end nearby the beach end we found an arcade. We all had a go at the 10p machines it was so fun. Some of us went to see the castle ruins it was a really interesting to see all what was left We took lots of photos One of the buses got lost when we was taking the bus route back to dolly hall It was a fun journey back with a lot of fun music When we got back we all relaxed and played pool We all had a lovely relaxing night after our very tiring day Pasta for dinner

The Adventure Continues

Day 3 - Good day for swimming

A drizzly morning. So we decided that we go into Machynclyth. Some of us went swimming and some went to the shops. The market was on and we found a nice scone making place The swimmers challenged themselves to do lots of swimming. We all then met together and took a group photo at one of the statues that was in the town centre. We went to Corris a craft place which sold dragons it was nice looking around When we had got back the people who were entering our talent show had time to rehearse for it. We also had a game of irish bingo which Kia won. We then did our talent show which lots of members entered and it was a really fun and enjoyable night one of the best nights for us all on the trip Ian won the talent show with his very inspiring poem which you will get to hear very soon. After the talent show the staff had a surprise in stall that they were all dressed up as penguins, muscle man and a belly dancer it got all the members laughing a lot. Andrew got up and sang and danced with penguins. It was a lovely night. We all had a game of killer after we had the talent show. Aaron organised the game of killer which was for money and Erin won the game of killer It was so good that everyone enjoyed a really good night.

PICK UP A PENGUIN

Day 4 - Sunniest Day

Today we went to Aberdovey. When we got to the beach we seen that the waves were really high so that it wasn’t a very good time for us al to swim We found a perfect sun space for us t sit some of us went crabbing and and some went walking along the beach The crabbing group found a perfect spot to crab but the currant was really strong and the wind was taking the crabs off the crabbing line. We all came back together to have our lunch and sneaky Jenny Day and Sue soaked us all with water guns they got us all into a group for a group photo and shouted cheese and instead of a photo they had 2 water guns and soaked us all. During our lunch one of our members decided to make a sand castle which looked really good with a walk way for lots of water 2 of our members decided to help also There wa 2 other sand artists at work (Anne) made a fabulous octopus and (Caroline) made a very scary shark. After that we played volleyball, it was amazing day The ball meant into the sea more times that it was in play It was like a rugby game more than a game of volleyball we split into 2 teams to play. We all played together and had lots of fun. When we all got back, we all dressed into are very smart outfits and all headed out the restaurant which was very nice everyone looked very nice We all sat down together on one big table It was a fabulous night together. We are sad to be leaving tomorrow. Dolly Hall we have had a blast !!

Sports Report

By: Luke and John Hawkins

Our Darts tournament is well underway. Aaron sorted it out and put the teams together. There is a league and we are getting near to semi finals. Watch this space to see who we will crown Champions.

Both teams did us proud at the St Helens football tournament. We came 2nd and 3rd in our group. The best part of the day was definitely making friends and having fun especially with Buzz Hub St Helens who we joined for a friendly game and a penalty shoot out at the end.

We had our first competetive Boccia match with Daisy

Inclusive. Our team was made up of Taylor, Ashlea, John Doyle, Chloe Connor, Emma and Andrew. The whole team were amazing. It was very cold so we had to go inside to warm up. Bothe teams won a match each, so it was a draw.

PRESCOTT'S PUZZLE PAGE

Eurovision quiz

1 How many countries entry Eurovision song contest ?

2 Who won Eurovision in 2022?

3 Where was the Eurovision song contested performed?

4 What country did everyone have travel to for Eurovision 2023 ?

5 Who’s flag is white with blue cross ?

6 Name the winner of the Eurovison song 2023?

7 Name the singer for UK Eurovision?

8 A food shop has the same name as this country