garstang focus magazine - november 2015

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November 2015 Issue 182

What’s on in GarstangSunday 1st Scorton Christmas Fair - Village Hall (also 29th) 7 Art Exhibition - Donald Dakeyne (until 14th) - Arts Centre 20 Garstang Ukulele Group - Arts Centre (weekly) 20Monday 2nd Songbirds - Arts Centre (weekly) 45 Cardiac Risk in the Young - On-line screening appointments 49 Tuesday 3rd ‘Slave Traders of Lancaster & District’ - Pilling Historical Society 5 Coffee Stop - Inglewhite Church Hall (also 17th) 9 Bridge - Arts Centre (also 10th & 24th) 20 Catterall Community Choir Rehearsal 22Wednesday 4th ‘The Happy House, Kenya’ - Elizabeth Gomm - Cabus WI 5 Meat Bingo - Winmarleigh Village Hall 9 Memory Cafe - Garstang Library (also 16th) 44Thursday 5th Garstang Luncheon Club - Garstang Community Centre (weekly) 12 Charity Coffee Morning for Forton URC at Garstang URC 29 Music for Fun - Garstang Library (also 12th, 19th & 26th) 44Friday 6th ‘Traditional Silk of Malaysian Batik’ - Garstang 3Ls 4Saturday 7th Coffee Morning - Calder Vale Methodist Church 4 Garstang Ramblers - Canal Walk through Lancaster 7 AnnualCommunityBonfire&FireworkSpectacular 19 Sequence Steppers Charity Dance Group - Barton Village Hall 29 Jumble Sale - Kirkland Memorial Hall 32 ‘Women and the War: The Female World of 1914-1918’ 40 Town Council Surgery - Garstang Library 44Tuesday 10th Postcard Exhibition - Out Rawcliffe Village Hall 16 Sequence Dance - Claughton Memorial Hall (also 24th) 40 Garstang Victorian Festival Fundraising Quiz - The Wheatsheaf 51Wednesday 11th Garstang Free Methodist’s Ladies Walk - Marsh Mill, Thornton 4 ‘Magic, Magicians and Mystery’ - Garstang Phoenix WI 9 ‘Battle of Preston - 1715’ - Garstang Historical Society 27 Bowland Choir - Garstang Library (also 25th) 45Thursday 12th ‘The Work of a Coroner’ - Anne Hind - Kirklands WI 5Friday 13th T’Break for the Over 60s - Garstang Free Methodists 27Saturday 14th Garstang Ramblers - Grizedale Bridge 7

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Saturday 14th Shopping Trip to Ena Mill - Garstang Methodist Church 48Monday 16th Garstang Wine Circle - Arts Centre 25Tuesday 17th Floral Art Group - Arts Centre 20 Youth Club (4 - 11yrs) - Catterall Village Hall 29Wednesday 18th Bridging the Gap - Garstang Library 44 Monthly Lunch - Garstang 3Fs - Garstang Methodist Church 48Thursday 19th Garstang Unplugged - The Kenlis Arms 12 Floristry Instruction - Out Rawcliffe Village Hall 16 ‘Ghost Writer’ - Cabus Players (until 21st) 22Friday 20th ‘Jitterbugs’ - Red Rose Stage Academy - Preston College 6 Friday Lunch for the Older & Wiser - Garstang Free Methodists 27 ‘Journey to India’ - Stella Clarke - Forton URC 29Saturday 21st Christmas Coffee Morning - Garstang URC 22 St Thomas Christmas Fair - St Thomas School 49Sunday 22nd Garstang Lakeland Club - Kirkby Lonsdale and Whittington 12 Tea Dance - Out Rawcliffe Village Hall 16Monday 23rd Garstang Christmas Lights Switch-On 41Wednesday 25th Singer’s Night - Garstang Unplugged - The Kenlis Arms 12 Adult Christmas Craft Day - Garstang Free Methodists 49Friday 27th Time to Chat - Garstang Library Meeting Room 4 Poetry Appreciation - Arts Centre 21 Toy Sale - Garstang Community Primary School 31 Kirkland Christmas Market 42Saturday 28th Garstang Ramblers - Hurst Green & Cromwell Bridge 7 Concert - ‘The Swing Commanders’ - Out Rawcliffe Village Hall 16 Christmas Craft Fair - Arts Centre 21 Christmas Fayre - St Peter’s Church, Scorton 35 Jazz Supper - St Michael’s Village Hall 43Sunday 29th Great Eccleston Christmas Fair 52 Garstang Free Methodists - Garstang Community Academy 52Monday 30th Ladies Charity Pamper & Shopping Evening - Wyrebank 48

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Life Long LearningOur next meeting is on Fri 6th Nov at Garstang URC, Croston Road at 2:00pm. The speaker is Chandra Law on the subject of ‘Traditional Skill of Malaysian Batik’.All are welcome, including visitors. The charge for visitors is £2.50 including refreshments.Frank Jones (01995) 600938

TIME TO CHATGarstang Library Meeting RoomWould you like someone to talk over issues with, to make friends or just spend some time chatting? Jenny Spencer and Netta Blundellwould like to invite you to join us.

We will meet on the last Friday of every month and you would be most welcome.

Supported by Garstang Free Methodist Church

Thurs 5th Nov 7:30pm Alan and Bev Gregory, Grace Ministries, Morecambe. At church. Men and women welcome.

Ladies Walk Wed 11th Nov Marsh Mill, Thornton. Meet at Church at 9:30am. All welcome

Ruth Shuttleworth (01995) 602400

CALDER VALE METHODIST CHURCHMonthly Coffee MorningsSat 7th Nov from 10:00 am - 12 noonProceeds will be divided between the Chapel and The Royal British Legion. Coffee, cakes, toasted teacakes, usual stalls, craft and a quiz.In December we will join with St. John’s Church for the Christmas Fair on Sat 5th Dec at 2:00pm.Edith Gorst (01995) 602078

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PILLING HISTORICAL SOCIETYThurs 12th Nov

‘The Work of a Coroner’ - Anne Hind gives us an insight into her work.

We meet the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm at Kirkland and Catterall Memorial Hall, The Avenue, Churchtown, Nr. Garstang.New members and visitors always welcome. It’s a great way to meet neighbours and friends.

For more information contact the secretary Dorothy Walmsley (01995) 602558

CROSTON HOUSEBereavement Group Drop-In

For anyone who is struggling to come to terms with the loss of a loved one. If this is something for you, please register with Ruth (01995) 606469

Tues 3rd NovMethodist Church Schoolrooms, Smallwood Hey, Pilling 7:30pm‘Slave Traders of Lancaster & District’Lecture with slides - Janet Nelson‘Victorian Market Halls’ Lecture with slidesColin Dickinson. Subscriptions: Full Membership £10 per annum. Visitors £2 per meeting.Rosina Lawson (01253) 81084

CABUS WI Our next meeting is on Wed 4th Nov at 7:30pm in Cabus Village Hall. This will be our AGM, followed by Ms Elizabeth Gomm with a talk on ‘The Happy House, Kenya’.

We welcome new members to our group.

Margaret Swift (01995) 606676

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CROSTON HOUSEJitterbugs!

Red Rose Stage Academy, Bilsborrow presents ‘Jitterbugs!’ at Preston College on Fri 20th Nov at 7:00pm and Sat 21st Nov at 2:00pm and 7:00pm.

The stage academy, based at Bilsborrow Village Hall, is led by Miss Rose Buckmaster and offers a range of dance and drama classes for all ages, from tiny tots to adults.

‘Jitterbugs!’ showcases the pupils’ work and progress since the academy was founded two years ago.

Tickets are £8 Adults, £6 children (under 16). Concessions (60 and above; children aged 2 and under) free. For tickets and information call 07967 414 804 or find Red Rose Stage Academy onFacebook.Christine Parry

Cancer Help Preston ShopOur shop in Garstang is urgently looking for volunteers to help serve customers and sort out stock. If you have three hours to spare anytime between Mon and Sat, please ring Sam on (01772) 793344.Cancer Help Preston is a small independent local charity offering emotional and psychological support to anyone with cancer, their carers and families and also those bereaved through cancer. Our four shops provide the bulk of our income, and volunteer support is crucial to keep the charity going.Thurs 3rd Dec we are holding a coffee morning at the URC church 10:00am -12:30pm. This is a chance to buy some Christmas presents, withcraftsforsale,bric-a-brac,araffleandtombola. All welcome and entry is free. Ruth Hornsby

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Visit the fantastic Scorton Christmas Gift Fairs on Sun 1st Nov and Sun 29th Nov at the Village Hall with free entry from 10:30am - 4:00pm.The events feature 20 stalls selling tasty foods and fabulous gifts including jewellery, soaps, Christmas gifts and decorations, cheese, meats, biscuits, traditional wooden crafts, pottery, glassware and candles, perfectforstockingfillers!Delicioushotsoup,cakes and mince pies served. Monies raised will go to Scorton Village Hall. Please come along to Scorton and have a browse. Joanne Golton

SCORTON WI Not quite the Great British Bake Off, but well worth watching. On Tues 10th Nov Scorton WI will hear David Smart talking about Greenhalgh’s Bakery. We meet in Scorton School at 7:30pm and new members can be sure of a warm welcome and a good cup of tea. Why not give it a go?

Mary Hodges (01995) 604755

GARSTANG RAMBLERSAll walks start from the Community Centre Car Park in Garstang and are subject to weather and the leader’s discretion. Sat 7th Nov Aldcliffe - A walk along the canal through Lancaster then along the river Lune.Sat 14th Nov Garstang/Grizedale Bridge. Sat 28th Nov Hurst Green and Cromwell Bridge. A Walk through the grounds of Stoneyhurst College picking up the Ribble Way. If you want to know more about the group or individual walks please give me a ring.Carol Stenning (01995) 601478

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Garstang Remembrance Sunday

This will take place on Sun 8th Nov with the usual Parade, Church Service and Wreath Laying Ceremony.

Mustering in the High Street car park at 10:00am, the Pilling Jubilee Silver Band will head the parade down the High Street to St. Thomas Church.

Following the service, onward to the War Memorial for the traditional Wreath Laying, for which an order of service sheet will be available on the day.

As this year’s wreath distribution is being administered by a new Poppy Appeal Organiser, David Brewin (01995) 608762, wreaths will no longer be available from the Legion Club. Please email any updated information to [email protected].

AsIshallberetiringfrommyofficialvoluntarylocal R.B.L positions this year, may I say a big thank you to everyone concerned for the superb support given during my years with the local branch and Poppy Appeal.

Mike Jones (Garstang Branch Secretary)

FORTON WIThurs 19th Nov

Annual Meeting - Hostesses: The Committee.

All meetings are at Forton Village Hall and start at 7:30pm. New members and guests are always welcome.

Our members come from Lancaster, Cabus, Garstang, Catterall and Winmarleigh so don’t think because you don’t live in Forton you can’tcome!

Christine Smith (01524) 793549.

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We are open in the church hall at Inglewhite on Tues 3rd Nov and Tues 17th Nov and in the Village Hall at Catterall on Tues 10th Nov.

Inglewhite Church invites you to our community ‘cafe style’ events.

Free parking and easy access is available at both venues so join us during November.

This is a great way to meet new people in your own area and you can be sure of a friendly welcome.

Call in anytime between 10:00am and 12 noon to enjoy light refreshments. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Lesley Hardman

GARSTANG PHOENIX WIThe ladies of Garstang Phoenix WI will be holding their next meeting on Wed 11th Nov at 2:00pm in Garstang United Reformed Church Hall.

Our speaker for the afternoon will be Roger Woods who will be keeping us entertained with a talk entitled ‘Magic, Magicians and Mystery’. This promises to be a very interesting talk after which refreshments will be served.

Why not come along and join us? New members and visitors are always very welcome. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 2:00pm in Garstang United Reformed Church Hall.

Lesley Wilson (01995) 605274

MEAT BINGOWinmarleigh Village Hall First Wednesday of the month September - May 7:30pm prompt.Refreshments served at half time. All welcome! For more information contact(01995) 600715

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GARSTANG CHILDREN’S FESTIVALLast month’s speaker, Phil Dunnet from Ribblesdale Nurseries at Woodplumpton, brought along a small forest of plants, trees, shrubs and herbaceous to illustrate his talk on the advent of Winter. He demonstrated what a colouful range of plants are still showing their best at this time of year.

What a splendid way of showing just what you can achieve in the garden as winter takes over. Quite a few of our members went home with more than they brought with them and a bitofdiggingforthenextfewdays!

For November we are in for a special treat when Brian Gomm comes down from Kendal to give a presentation on the Alpine Flowers of a very special place - the Swiss Engadine Valley.

For those who have been in the Alps or any other similar mountainous area in the Spring, they will know what to expect. For everyone else, it will be a very special experience.

The meeting is held as usual at the same venue: The Crofters Hotel on the A6 at Garstang.

Meetings start at 7:30pm but it is always worth arriving early, both for a good seat but also to take time to purchase raffle tickets and thismonth also to buy seats for the forthcoming Annual Dinner which is on Mon 11th January 2016. Hilary Hine will take your money and give you a copy of the choice of menus to complete.

There are still a few bulbs left for members who did not collect the annual three daffs for the Spring Bulb competitions. Bob Sutcliffe has these.

Keep sweeping up the leaves but don’t burn them - compost them!Theymake excellentleaf mould after about 12 months.

Ben Andrews

GARSTANG GARDENING CLUBThe Garstang and District Children’s Festival Committee has lost one of its most valuable members recently. David Gardner died on the 12th October after a short illness.

David was involved with the Festival for most of his life and had been Secretary for 20 years. Within his role, he was the main organiser of the event and one of the reasons that the Festival is still such a success.

David did most of his work behind the scenes and was not one to look for praise or attention. His involvement with numerous other clubs and associations around the area was testament to his love of Garstang and its people. As a hardworking, reliable, and humorous friend and associate he will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Garstang and District Children’s Festival Committee

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Our walking year is now drawing to a close but we have enjoyed some autumnal walks to Brock Bottoms and to Arnside and Silverdale.

Our final walk of the year will be on Sun 22nd Nov and we will be exploring pathways around Kirkby Lonsdale and Whittington.

Members are reminded that the Annual Meeting and Christmas Dinner of the Garstang Lakeland Club will take place on Fri 27th Nov at The Crofters Hotel where we shall be planning some new walks in the Lakes for 2016 as well as returning to some favourite locations.Our Club offers friendly walks in the North West - if readers are interested in findingout more, please contact Michael (01995) 604358, Gwyn (01995) 604538 or Rob (01995) 603206. Joining us on our walks will beagreatwaytostartthenewyear!Michael Collins

Our final guests of the autumn season areCliveGregsonandLizSimcock. Clive firstattracted attention back in 1980 when his now legendary band ‘Any Trouble’ burst onto the music scene.

Now Clive has 13 solo albums to his name and has worked with all the greats including Richard Thompson and Nanci Griffith, whorecorded ‘I Love This Town’ on her number one chart-topping album. He’s simply one of thefinestguitaristssongwritersaround.

His November tour sees him celebrating his collaboration with Christine Collister. This time, singer/guitarist Liz Simcock takes the female lead. She’s a fine performer in herown right, working mainly in the South East of England. Together, they’re something special.

You can see them at Garstang Unplugged, The Kenlis Arms, Ray Lane, Barnacre, Garstang, PR3 1GD on Thurs 19th Nov, from 8:30pm.

Tickets are £12.50 through our website, on the door or by reservation on (01995) 602795.

Our monthly Singer’s Night is on Wed 25th Nov from 8:00pm and all are welcome.

www.clivegregson.com www.lizsimcock.com www.garstangunplugged.com

Don Moore

GARSTANG LUNCH CLUB (RVS)Are you aged 60+ and live alone in the Garstang area? If so you’d be welcome to join our Club. Get a two-course meal and a cuppa for only £3.50 a week.

We are a friendly group who meet on Thursdays at 12:00 noon in the basement of Garstang Community Centre (by High Street Car Park). Judith Lee (01253) 932271

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MOVEMENT FOR HEALTHAs an osteopath I spend much of my working day observing the human body, how it moves and listening with my hands for signs of a problem.I then spend my time using my hands to correct these problems which are often quite subtle but can lead to pain and suffering.I use the phrase ‘movement is life’ a lot in my work, whether that is when I nag a patient to change their lifestyle or simply to remind myselfofwhatIamdoing!‘Movement is life’ may seem rather simplistic but it is profoundly important to the human body and our health. Even at the cellular level there is movement going on in our body all the time. Chemicals, nutrients and minerals are constantly being exchanged between cells to maintain our ability to function. At a different level our heart is contracting to

pumpfluidsthroughoutourbody,encouragingboththebloodtoflowandthelymphtomovewhich maintains our immune system. Of course, as we move our muscles contract and expand pumping blood and nutrients in and waste products out. Wearemainlymadeupofwaterandfluidsand movement encourages all this fluidto move properly. This myriad of pumping movements and exchanges is happening billions of times over and over everyday... Whatanastoundingthingourbodyis!If we take a step back in time to our evolution one can see how critical movement was for survival. Without an ability to move and function effectively we would not be able to hunt or gather our food. We would not be able to build our shelters or clothe ourselves and if there was a threat we would have to attack or retreat to survive… movement was indeed life.Of course times have moved on but our body is still the same as that of humans from thousands of years ago and a very modern problem is that we have created a society where we do not need to move. We can sit and press buttons to get all that we need. If we wish to go anywhere we have machines to take us where we wish to go. Our body is no longer moving as it should because it does not have to. Yet our body demands movement for optimum health. Our joints are given nutrients when we move (you can get arthritis from lack of use as opposed to from wear and tear) and our muscles and tissues strengthen when we demand movement from our body. Conversely, when we stay still we quite simply waste away. Did you know that one week of bed rest causes half of your muscle bulk to disappear.We know that exercising your body to increase your heart rate for at least 30 minutes

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OUT RAWCLIFFE VILLAGE HALLfive times a week dramatically reduces thechance of you getting heart disease, cancer and a myriad of other illnesses. This is not because of some magical hocus pocus….it is BECAUSE YOUARE BUILT TO MOVE!I liken moving your body to the image of a babbling brook - whilst sitting still, staring at the television is the equivalent of a stagnant pond.So which do you wish to be? A babbling brook or a stagnant pond? This is your choice. Even if you have health problems and injuries you can move your body and your body will start to enjoy this and bring you rewards.An ancient Greek philosopher whose name escapes me once said, “If you are not prepared to make time for your health, be prepared to make time for your illness.” Now is decision time…Nick Tofalos

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Tues 10th Nov 7:30pmExhibition of postcards of local villages and surrounding areas plus cake stall. Admission £3.50 on the door including refreshments.Thurs 19th Nov 7:30pmFloristry instruction featuring seasonal flowers. Admission £3.50 on the doorincluding refreshments.Sun 22nd Nov 2:00pm - 5:00pmTea Dance with music by John Lancaster.Tickets £7.50 from Sheila Gardner (01253) 790476.Sat 28th Nov 7:30pm‘The Swing Commanders’. Bring your own alcohol. Tickets, including plate supper, £20.00 from Sheila Gardner (01253) 790476.Juliet Mercer

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On Wed 4th Nov Garstang Camera Club will host speaker Gary Waidson, DPAGB; HND, who will give a presentation on ‘D Ymir’s Bones’. Apparently in Norse mythology, Ymir was a primordial giant and the creator of a race of frost giants, so this may have something to do with his journeys to the frozen north, or thenagain,itmaynot!Then on Wed 11th Nov club member Peter Knight will give a workshop on ‘Layers’, which enables software workers to alter just part of a picture or to insert missing relatives in family portraits. Bring laptops, those who have them. A day later, on Thurs 12th Nov all those available will be at Lytham St Annes for a Fylde Five-Way Digital Image Battle with four other local camera clubs. One of these days we may come better than last time.

GARSTANG CAMERA CLUBBack on Wednesdays again, on Wed 18th Nov Maxwell Law will give a presentation on ‘Wildlife’. This is a subject that occupies many members, with Andy Stewart having one of hispicturesofharesinthisyear’sCountryfilecalendar. Well done Andy. And thanks to Bill Hansell, for his pretty flamingobelow.Derek Pratt


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Annual Community Bonfire and Firework Spectacular

Our Annual Community Bonfire and FireworkSpectacular will take place on Sat 7th Nov at

the Community Centre Car Park, High Street, Garstang.

TheBonfirewillbelitat7:00pmwithFireworksat 7:30pm. Refreshments are available. The entrance fee is £4 per person - under 5’s free.

The event is paid for by the fees collected on thenightandhasnoothermeansoffinancialsupport. We hope you’ll come along and support this great event. Scorton Steam and Scorton Game Fair 2016The club has been asked to do the car parking at both these events next year.

Guys Road RaceLions will be car parking again on Sun 6th Dec.

Garstang Musical ProductionsThe club has agreed to donate 10 tickets for senior citizens to attend their latest production ‘21st Century Musicals’.

Alzheimer’s DiseaseLion Kim Carlyle raised £100 when she completed her ‘Walk for Alzheimer’s’.

Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) Xmas LuncheonWe support this each year and it was agreed to donate £300. Allan Townsend will be going along to represent The Lions and keep everyone in order.Lions Zone QuizThis took place at the Kenlis Arms, where teams representing Lions clubs in the area competed for the coveted trophy. For the third

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year running Garstang were successful. The quiz was followed by a hot pot supper.

To see what we get up to look at our scrapbook on the website.

As always the Lions welcome new members or anyone who is just interested in seeing what they do.

Information is available on the web site at www.garstanglions.co.uk Speak to a member or simply come along to a meeting - 3rd Tuesday of the month in the Royal Oak at 8:00pm. Look for anyone in a dark blue fleece orlight blue polo shirt, (don’t worry - it’s not compulsorytoget‘dressedup’ifyoujoin!)Peter Ryder (01995) 604688Email:[email protected]:Garstang Lions


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GARSTANG ARTS CENTREWhat’s OnNovember Art Exhibition We are delighted to welcome back Donald Dakeyne who will be exhibiting his work at the Arts Centre until Sat 14th Nov. Donald studied at Bolton College of Art and Bretton Hall. His favourite subject matter is landscape and buildings which he executes in pen and watercolour. He is a topographical artist with a gift for presenting the unique beauty of the North Western landscape. Immediately following Donald’s exhibition, Leyland Artists will be showing their work until Sat 12th Dec. The group, of about 25 local artists, welcome all abilities and indeed disabilities to their workshops. Their website www.leylandartists.co.uk is said to be one of the best in the country and well worth a look. The Bridge Group will meet at 1:30pm in the

Arts Centre on Tues 3rd, 10th & 24th Nov and then on Tues 1st Dec. There will be no meeting on the 17th Nov. We welcome members of all abilities, both starters and more experienced players. Any enquiries ring Mary on (01995) 605210. It is planned to continue holding some meetings for absolute beginners on Monday evenings duringNov.Thedateshave tobefinalised.More details from Bob (01995) 603524. The newly formed Garstang Ukulele Group meets at the Arts Centre every Sun from 2:00pm to 3:30pm. We are mainly complete beginners with an experienced teacher, Mike Gradwell. If you are interested in joining, contact Bob Sapey (01995) 604621 email [email protected] Floral Art Group Tues 17th Nov at 2:00pm when Maureen Garstang will lead members in a workshop.


GARSTANG ARTS CENTRE (cont)Arts Society Groups and choose Poetry Appreciation. Marie Whalley (01995) 603605.The Christmas Craft Fair will close at 4:00pm Thurs 28th Nov. Don’t miss out on a wonderful opportunity to buy unique Christmas gifts. There will be a multitude of hand made items for sale, from knitwear (all ages) to pottery, jewellery to wood turning, cards for all occasions to paintings and a host of other unique items; all hand made by our talented exhibitors. Anyone interested in entering items for sale at the Craft Fair please contact the Curator or Pat Manley at the Arts Centre (01995) 606648. The Arts Centre is open to the public Tues 10:00am to 12:30pm and 2:00pm to 4:00pm, Thurs 10:00am to 4:00pm and Sat 10:00am to 12:30pm. Pat Hansell (01995) 600397

She will show us how to make a design suitable for a Christmas arrangement in the home but one that could also be used in a Church window. Maureen runs the workshop step-by-step ensuring everyone goes away with a lovely arrangement. Light refreshments will be served after the workshop and visitors are welcome. For the list of what is required to make the arrangement contact June Gornall (01995) 602505 or Mary Thornber (01995) 605210. Poetry Appreciation Fri 27th Nov 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Liz Hewitson will lead this month’s session entitled ‘Poetry about Peace’, very apt for this time of year. Come and join us and bring your favourite poems or try a taster session. Visitors are most welcome. The year’s programme is available on the Arts Centre Website www.garstangartssociety.org.uk Click on

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Garstang URC, Croston Rd, GarstangSat 21st Nov 10:00am - 1:00 pmSeasonalstallsincludingcakes,raffle,bottletombola and refreshments. A warm welcome awaitsyou!Thurs 5th Nov - Forton URCThurs 3rd Dec - Cancer Help (Croston House)Hilary Ralphs (01995) 603056

CHERESTANC WIThe next meeting of the Cherestanc WI will be on Wed 25th Nov at 7:30pm in the United Reformed Church Hall. The speaker will be Joyce Riding with the Saggy Bottom Girls.

New members are always welcome. If you would like to be met at the door by one of our members ring Ruby (01995) 604065 or Eileen (01995) 603005.

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‘Ghost Writer’ by David TristramThurs 19th - Sat 21st Nov Cabus Village Hall - 7:30pm

At a last-night party for a production of Hamlet, talented actress Ruby Pinfold is found dead from a lethal cocktail of drink and drugs. One year later, her ghost appears to her playwright husband Edward - claiming that she was, in fact, poisoned and urges him tofindherkiller.Ruby helps Edward to write a play based on the night of her murder, and he invites the key suspects to read through the play with him, hoping that one of them will give themselves away. Needless to say, they each have their own motive and opportunity to have committed the crime.The play is a comedy thriller and some of the humour has an adult theme which makes it unsuitable for the under 13s.In Cabus Village Hall on the A6, one mile north of Garstang at 7:30pm.Tickets are £6 including a programme and refreshments. They can be obtained from Billingtons Electrical, Croston Road Stores or by calling R.Knowles on (01995) 605608Barbara Blake

CATTERALL COMMUNITY CHOIRCatterall is hosting its second Community Carol Service on Sun 6th of Dec.In preparation we would like to form a ‘Community Choir’ to lead the carols.We will meet from 6:00 until 7:00pm in Catterall Village Hall on Tues 3rd Nov for our firstrehearsal.All ages and abilities are welcome to come and sing carols for pleasure. If you have a keyboard or a portable instrument, why not bring it along . Join us if you can for a weekly rehearsal during November. Lesley Hardman 07980 070 349

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11 Penguins are native to which hemisphere?

12 Who wrote the lyrics for West Side Story?13 Which artist created the temporary

summer themepark ‘Dismaland’?14 Which continent was once know as the

‘Dark Continent’?15 Which hero of epic poetry killer Grendel?16 According to the proverb, what does a

rolling stone not gather?17 A velodrome is a specially built arena for

which sport?18 What is both a type of moustache and

part of a bike?19 Whatwerethefirstnamesofthenotorious

gangsters the Kray twins?20 To which religion do the Copts of Egypt

belong?

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The circle welcomed Stuart Rothwell from ‘The Vineyard’ at Ramsbottom for the tasting on Mon 19th Oct.

The evening took the form of a blind tasting, with members asked to use their tastebuds and knowledge to either guess the country of origin or grape variety used in the eight wines that were presented.

This competitive side of the evening was not taken too seriously as members tasted their way through the excellent selection of wines that Stuart brought for us to enjoy.

The three whites and five reds came fromacross the globe with both new and old worlds represented in the selection.

Stuart’s comments about the wines presented added to the enjoyment of the evening, which was both informative and fun for anyone who enjoys their wine.

The vote of thanks was given by Alan Jeffries, and the refreshments were provided by Kath and Brian Heaton.

The season is still young, and we would encourage anyone who enjoys a good glass of wine to come along to our meetings.

We are a friendly group who enjoy our wine, but don’t take the subject too seriously. You certainly would find it hard to get bettervalue for a wine tasting evening than those presented by our circle.

Details of membership can be obtained by telephoning Don Goodier on (01995) 603720.

The next meeting of the circle will be at the Arts Centre on Mon 16th Nov at 7:30pm. The presenters are Emma Bailie and Alex Buxton from Garstang’s independent wine shop ‘Aged in Oak’.

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The story of one of the last major battles on English soil is to be told to members and supporters of Garstang Historical Society at their November meeting.

Preston historian Dr Bill Shannon is to

give a lecture on the 1715 Battle of Preston, which witnessed troops loyal to King George defeat an invading army of Jacobites (mainly Scottish followers of the “Old Pretender” James Stuart of the ousted Stuart dynasty).

Dr Shannon’s talk will include details of the Jacobites’ march from Scotland to Preston - via Lancaster and Garstang - as well as focusingontheshort-livedfightinginPrestoncentre which resulted in the defeat of the invading army.

The talk, at Garstang United Reformed Church Hall is on Wed 11th Nov at 7:30pm. The date is relevant, being exactly 300 years to the week that the battle took place.

Entry is free to Garstang Historical Society members. The cost for non-members is £2 (including refreshments). All welcome. It is advised to arrive at the hall early as due to large numbers attending recent meetings have been standing room only.

For more see the society’s website www.garstanghistoricalsociety.org

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ACTION GARSTANGOur first public meeting on Mon 12th Octat the Garstang Community Academy was attended by over 250 people. We have now formed an official group, ‘Action Garstang’,to campaign to stop the Community Centre development until the community have been properly consulted as to their views on the proposals.

We have already raised over £700 for our fightingfundandwewillbepublishingdetailsregularly as to our income and expenditure so that people can see what we are doing with their donations and know that they are being put to good use.

We held two events to publicise the Action Garstang campaign. We asked that as many people as possible would come to the riverside at the bottom of the Community Centre Car Park on Sat 24th Oct. Everyone was to wear something red if they could.

The second event on Sat 31st Oct was at the same location on the Car Park for which we urgentlyneedlotsofzombies!

We’ll let you know how these events went in the December issue of Focus.

Updates on our campaign, including lots of campaign photos, can be found on the Garstang Under Threat website on the Action Garstang page.

Contact us via the website at www.garstangunderthreat.org or email us at:[email protected]

Mary Randles

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We meet at Barton Village Hall every Saturday night, 7:45pm to 11:15pm. Music byAlanCookson.Allprofitstolocalcharities.Tea and biscuits.

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Catterall Village Hall Tues 17th Nov 5:30pm - 6:45pmGames, craft, bible stories, puppets, lots offun for primary school children aged 4 - 11 years. Please text to book or for further information ring 07770 134 772 / (01995) 641175 or email [email protected]

FORTON URCCharity Coffee MorningThurs 5th Nov at Garstang Reformed Church Hall. 10:00am - 12 noon, coffee morning with cakes, bric-a-brac and books in aid of Forton URC Restoration Fund. Fri 20th Nov at Forton URC, School Lane, Forton PR3 OAS. Journey to India with Stella Clarke and enjoy Indian style refreshments.Starts at 7:00pm and costs £5. Pay at Door.

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Autumn is now upon us and what little warm weather we did get this year is being faded out by cold, crisp mornings. This makes catching the train down to London first thingonaMonday

morningevenharder!

The Parliamentary recess which accompanies the Conference season always gives me the opportunity to get out and about in the constituency, which is always something I enjoy. I have also carried out surgeries recently where I have face-to-face meetings with constituents who have sought my help in relation to a number of issues.

Last week, I attended one of Wyre Councils regular management meetings. These meetings are a great opportunity for the Wyre MPs to be updated on local issues and for Wyre Council’s Cabinet Members and Senior OfficerstohighlightconcernsdirectlytoMPs.

Maintaining a good working relationship with the local authority means that I can try and get the best outcomes for my constituents. It also enables me to feed back to Ministers how the Government’s policies are working on the ground.

A number of constituents have contacted me in relation to the sale and the proposed development of the Garstang Community Centre. Please be assured that I will continue to doall I can to reflect the viewsof constituents in my representations to Wyre Council. I also intend to meet the developer.

With regard to Halite, I am currently awaiting a response from the European Commission regarding the environmental issues which I highlighted. I will let you know as soon as I receive a response to my calls for the Commission to intervene in the case.

BEN WALLACE MP

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I was delighted to be able to attend an event for Guide Dogs which took place at the Civic Centre recently. This gave me the opportunity tofindoutmoreaboutthededicatedpeoplewho volunteer to train Guide Dogs and to meet some of the dogs in attendance - who wereonthewholewellbehaved!

Nationally this week’s latest employment figures show that a further 140,000 arein employment since July. Employment continues to grow and it has now reached a record high at 73.6%, with 80% of these people in full time work.

In Wyre and Preston North, unemployment claimants are well below the national average. I am pleased to say our area has one of the highest rates of employment in the country.

If I can be of any assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact me. You can email

BEN WALLACE MP (cont)me at [email protected] or write to me at: House of Commons, London, SW1A 0AA. I also hold regular surgeries. If you would like to book an appointment please callmyOfficeattheHouseofCommonson0207 219 5804. I can also be contacted at myConstituencyOfficeon(01995) 672976.

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TOY SALEGarstang Community Primary School is holding its annual Toy Sale on Fri 27th Nov. Doors open at 2:15pm, closing at 4:30pm. The sale includes good quality, pre-loved toys, games, puzzles and books. Everyone is welcome. Come and grab a bargain! All proceeds go to school funds.The school’s address is Oak Road, Garstang, PR3 1HT.

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Thurs 12th Nov One sheet competitions: 1) ‘An island’ 2) ‘Animals’. Plus sale of stamps.Tues 24th Nov Peter Aveyard Entertains.Meetings are in the meeting room of the Library, Windsor Road, Garstang. PR3 1ED from 7:30pm - 9:30pm.Subscriptions: Adults £10. Under 18 £1D. Jones (01995) 602665

JUMBLE SALE Garstang GuidesSat 7th Nov - 11:00amGarstang Guides Senior Section are having a fundraising Jumble Sale at Kirkland Memorial Hall, Churchtown. Donations of jumble can be brought to the Hall from 9:30am to 10:30am on the morning of the sale. Contact (01995) 602558.Jennet Walmsley

GARSTANG STAMP CLUBFundraising GroupThanks to everyone who supported our ‘Charity Do’ on Sat 10th Oct at The Villa, Wrea Green. We all had a fantastic night and we raised an amazing £3,000.Thanks to everyone who donated auction andraffleprizesandcamealongonthenightto join in the fun.Our next event is on Thurs 26th Nov at The Rendezvous Hotel, Skipton – a luncheon with speaker Molly Johnson, Best Selling author and a winner of ‘Come Dine with Me’. Tickets £25.00 – coach extra. For more details please contact Jean Horner (01253) 700555, Pat Owen (01995) 672760 or Val Southward (01995) 670857

INNER WHEELWe are now busy organising our International evening. The money raised will go to ‘Happy Homes’, a charity in Kenya which takes in orphan children and teaches and feeds them.Members attended the District 19 Rally a couple of weeks ago and a charity called ‘School in a Bag’ was explained to us. This is a charity that the District are supporting.Bagsarefilledwithitemsthatareneeded for school, but they are packed so that every child has exactly the same, so that one child doesn’t have more than another.We also took Rotary shoe boxes with us to theRally.Thesewerefilledwithlittlepresentsfor children who would have nothing for Christmas. It is a lovely job collecting items for these boxes. It would be really nice to see their faces when they open them. Knitted blankets, spectacles and ink cartridges are also collected. The International Aid Trust pick up all these things and distribute them for us.If you are interested to find out more howwe do this please contact our Secretary Maureen Garstang on (01995) 604336

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There are a number of different ways fraudsters will try to con you using emails.

Some, known as ‘phishing’, pretend to come from banks, credit card companies, online shops and auction sites and other trusted organisations.

They usually try to trick you into going to the site, for example to update your password to avoid your account being suspended. The embedded link in the email itself goes to a website that may look like the real thing but is actually a fake designed to trick victims into entering personal information.

Sometimes the email will be the result of a company having been hacked – for example, the bad guys might write to you and refer to a recent order which you really have made, saying that you just need to reconfirmyourpayment details. There will then be a link taking you to a page asking for credit card and other valuable personal information.

Fake emails often (but not always):

• have a different email address from the trusted organisation’s normal website address

• use a non-specific greeting such as“Dear customer” instead of your proper name

• threaten that unless you act immediately your account may be closed

• give a website link which seems very similar to the proper address - but even a single character difference means a different website

• request personal information such as username, password, date of birth or bank details

Other email tricks involve trying to sell you things, hoax charity appeals, chain messages


COMPUTER SAFETY (cont) ST. MICHAEL’S LADIES SOCIAL CLUBor simply ‘here are those pictures’.

Don’t: • open or forward emails which you

suspect are spam• open attachments from unknown

sources• respond to emails from unknown sources • make purchases or charity donations in

response to spam email• click on ‘remove’ or reply to unwanted

email • click on links in emails from unknown

sources.

Instead move your mouse pointer over the link to reveal its true destination, usually displayed in a popup bubble or in the bottom left corner of your screen. If this is different from what is displayed in the text of the link then there may be a problem.

Think twice – before you click on any links in an email or before you open any attachments. Even if you know the sender, make sure it is something you are expecting as they could have been hit by a virus or other problem which then sends out these dodgy messages.

If in doubt, contact them to check it is a valid email or ask someone else for a second opinion. Please don’t be frightened to ask - it’s always far, far better to be safe than sorry.

Screen popups – if you get a message on your screen saying that problems have been found and asking you to ring a number to get themfixed:DON’T! It’s just a different version of the scam IT/Microsoft support call.

Next month - passwords.

Don’t forget - if you have any questions or concerns about security, then please do give me a ring for a quick chat.

Joan Bailey 07528 173 891

St Michael’s Village HallThurs 12th Nov 7:30pmPamela and John Nichols, always a lively and interesting couple to listen to, will deliver one of their entertaining talks. Do come along. You’ll be made welcome.Judith Hunter

CHRISTMAS FAYRESt Peter’s Church, Scorton

St Peter’s Church, Scorton is holding their Christmas Fayre in the Village Hall, Scorton on Sat 28th Nov from 10:30am.

Raffles, tombolas, cakes, refreshments andlunches, craft stalls etc. Father Christmas will be visiting at 2:00pm.

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McMillan Coffee Morning

A big thank you to all who supported our ‘Coffee and Cakes’ morning at the Crofters Hotel last month. We raised £185!

Our Contribution to the Christmas Lights

As the festive season creeps ever nearer, Garstang Soroptimists are, once again, gathering items together to fill a Christmashamper. Members of Garstang Chamber of Tradewillbesellingraffletickets intherun-up to the Victorian Festival nights and during both Victorian evenings.

Our thanks go to ‘Iced’ cake shop on the High Street which will kindly be displaying the hamper in its window prior to these evenings. All money raised will go towards the cost of the Christmas lights.

Members of the Garstang club will, as usual, be manning our Parch Pea stall on the High StreetonMon7thandTues8thDecember!More about this next month.

Project News

Our continued thanks go to all those who have kindly donated children’s clothes, school pens, pencils, note books, back packs and other items on our list.

This month I would like to ask you to look in your shoe cupboard for any out grown flipflops which are still in good condition afterthe summer months. As you will appreciate wefindtheseverydifficulttosourceaswinterapproaches.

Our back packs go to African regions and flip flops are the most suitable economicfootwear for these children. The packs cover both boys and girls in age groups 3 - 4 up to 12 - 13years.

SOROPTIMISTS


The Mustard Seed Café – opposite the Wheatsheaf Pub, Garstang – is kindly continuing to act as our drop off point in town. They are open 10:00am to 2:00pm Thurs, Fri, and Sat, or you can ring (01995) 606604 to arrange collection/drop off. Thank you.

Toilet Twinning

We have now collected enough money to twin with three toilets! I will let my ‘FocusFollowers’ know when we have all the details ofwhereandwhothetwinswillbe!

Friendship

Our strap line ‘Women inspiring action, transforming lives’ forms the basis of our work, but equally friendship is key to our organisation.

Each year we set aside one of our social meetings for a ‘Friendship Evening’ where we invite approximately three members from

each of the 15 clubs in this area, to join us for fun, friendship and supper.

Each of the clubs hold one of these evenings in their year which means that we get the chance to form new friendships and enjoy existing ones.

Our November social meeting will be our Friendship Night held at Cabus Village Hall where you will hear much laughter as we play BagWhistbeforesupper!

There’s a lot more to being a Soroptimist than standing on a stall on a cold day!Why nottake a look at the bigger picture by visiting www.sigarstang.org.uk or follow us on www.twitter.com/GarstangSorop or www.facebook.com/SoroptimistGarstang

For further information or to arrange to visit our club contact Muriel Burnham-Airey Membership Co-ordinator (01995) 606604.

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national average.Since May I have been made aware of the importance of good, reliable broadband by local people in both the rural and urban parts of my constituency. It’s important because in a growing digital economy, it is access to good and reliable broadband which can ‘make or break’ a new business start-up. It’s also important for families as more and more schools are setting homework to be submitted online. And in an age of Netflix,iPlayer and Skype many people are feeling cut off by a lack of reliable broadband.It would be remiss of me to not mention the farming community. This month I have met with local members of the National Farmers Union who shared with me many frustrations including broadband. The new Basic Payment Scheme, which was intended to be fully digitally administered and processed online, has caused great frustration and expense to farmers without broadband provision. And when HMRC expect tax returns and PAYE to be completed online, farmers and rural communities are being excluded from this service. With government services increasingly being offered exclusively online the government needs to address this disenfranchisement of communities. According to research by the Countryside Alliance, rolling out high speed broadband across the whole of the UK is the technological improvement that the British public most widely believe will impact positively on the UK economy. Yet 56% of rural people feel the Government is not doing enough to ensure it happens.I doubt anyone hasn’t heard of the group of my local people, fed up with the poor service, who set up their own company – Broadband for the Rural North. B4RN are digging their own trenches and laying their own cables . They’ve achieved eye-watering speeds of up to 1000 Mb/s. No doubt some of the fastest

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but particularly in rural areas and Over Wyre, is the frustrations many people have with unreliable or non-existent broadband access.The importance of broadband to households and businesses cannot be overestimated. In this day and age many deem it as essential as water, gas or electricity. Where broadband access is poor it holds back our communities economically and socially. Many of you may not know that 4% of Lancaster and Fleetwood constituency experiences slow connections of less than 2 Mb/s, which is a percentage above the

CAT SMITH MP


internet speeds – not just in rural Britain, but also far faster than any urban service I’ve seentoo!Reliable broadband access is essential for competitive and successful enterprises in a growing digital economy. When 12% of GDPisgeneratedonlinewearesignificantlyahead of other countries, but it is vital that the UK has access to effective and affordable broadband if we are to maintain this lead. In Westminster I am working with cross-party groups of MPs campaigning for more action to ensure the whole country is online. I have spoken a couple of times in debates with the Minister responsible and will continue to fightforthisimportantinfrastructure.Ifyou’vehad any experiences with BT Openreach or another provider that you want to share with me I would be interested to hear from you.Police Cuts in LancashireI have had issues of anti-social behaviour and crime raised with me as I’ve been out and about Over Wyre and so I was very concerned when I have received news from Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Clive Grunshaw, that policing in Lancashire faces an additional cut of 13.5% in its grant. If these cuts are implemented we could see the Lancashire force reduced from 3,611 officers in 2010 to 1,699 by 2020.Thiswillwipe out Lancashire Police’s specialist and neighbourhood teams and mean their vital work protecting children from sexual exploitation, tackling crime and anti-social behaviour and even tackling major crime will be at risk. I’m shocked by the scale of these government cuts - the service would be unrecognisable compared to the service provided today. I have written to the Policing Minister and secured a meeting with him to discuss this and I will be asking for a reconsideration and working with our Police and Crime Commissioner opposing these dangerous

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CAT SMITH MP (cont)

cuts. Constituent? You’re welcome to get in touch if you live in the Lancaster and Fleetwood constituency, which includes Knott End, Preesall, Pilling, Cockerham, Scorton and Forton. Either by email at [email protected] or you can telephone on (01524) 566 551. I am also regularly updating my Facebook page which is at www.facebook.com/catsmithmp and you can write to me at 47 Scotforth Road, Lancaster, LA1 4SA.

SEQUENCE DANCES - CLAUGHTONClaughton Memorial Hall Tues 10th Nov & 24th Nov Music by John Lancaster.£3.00 per person. Regular dances arranged so why not come and join us?

Nancy Cowell (01995) 605803

Paul Smith

The local historian leading Garstang’s Great War Heroes project is planning his latest lecture linked to the centenary commemorations of the First World War.On August 4th 2014 - 100 years to the day Britain declared war on Germany - Paul Smith gave a lecture to a packed audience at Garstang Arts Centre. The talk was on the build-up to the war and the involvement of Garstangservicemenintheconflict.On Sat Nov 7th at 7:00pm, the evening before Remembrance Sunday, Mr Smith will deliver his latest lecture. This time the topic will be “Women and the War: The Female World of 1914-1918.”The meeting, at Garstang Arts Centre, will be in two parts, separated by a refreshment break.Thefirstpartwillbedevotedtowomenand war work (at home and abroad), while the second part will be on women’s attitudes, sartorial history and emancipation.It is a strictly ticket only event. Tickets (£5 including refreshments) are available from Market Place News, Garstang.It is anticipated the lecture session will include the public launch of the new book, ‘Garstang’s Great War Heroes’. The 90-page book is about the life, times and sad deaths of the 19 men whose names appear on the Great War plaque of Garstang War Memorial. The illustrated book also focuses on several Garstang servicemen who returned from war service, their lives never to be the same again. Anthony Coppin

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“Farming with a wife is hard, farming without one is almost impossible”.

Henry BrewisThe daily life of a farmer’s wife or lady farmer is varied and never dull. Even the title is a source of ‘discussion’. According to my husband you can only be born a farmer not becomeone!Farmers are a race apart, their lives revolve around: meal times, the weather, the animals, machinery and did I mention meal times? I love my life, family and the farm, I wouldn’t changeathing.Wellmaybeafewthings!Breakfast is a full English after four hours of milking or tractor work. This is a chance to discuss jobs for the day or whatever is the most urgent crisis. Help with the house work might involve putting the breakfast dishes in the general area of the sink (for modern men).Our farm is a dairy farm. We retail the milk from our cows, much of it through local shops and businesses. We also have the Milk Bar on Hall Lane at St Michael’s. This has been so much fun. It’s a joy to read peoples’ comments on the suggestions board, so positive and encouraging at a time when morale is so low in the dairy industry. We have had suggestions that we should sell everythingfromteabagstotoiletrolls!My husband sets out the Milk Bar early in the morning, I’manowl not a lark!Then in theevening we bring most things indoors leaving emergency pints out over night. This is the part of the day when I feel like Arkwright from “Open All Hours”, I do tend to look up at the sky and think ‘It’s been a funny old day’.Anne Swale

Garstang Scottish Country Dance Group classes on Mondays in the United Reformed Church Hall at 7:30pm.New members will be made most welcome. Nopreviousdancingexperiencenecessary!Cost (including tea and biscuits) £2. Just come along or for further information contact Pam (01995) 603536 or Ian (01995) 603998

GARSTANG CHRISTMAS LIGHTS The Christmas Lights Switch-on will be held at the Market Cross on Mon 23rd Nov from 4:30pm. It is a little earlier this year as the Victorian Christmas Festival is being held on the 7th and 8th Dec.A bag pack is being held in Sainsburys on Sat 21st Nov where our various helpers will help with all your packing needs and all donations will go towards the lights.Kim Roberts

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CATTERALL PARISH COUNCILCouncillor Vacancy Can you make a difference to your community?

Catterall Parish Council is seeking a resident to become a Councillor. Councillors are not employees; they are elected or co-opted representatives who volunteer their time for free to work on behalf of their communities.

As a Councillor you will engage with the local community and keep up to date with issues of local concern, provide a voice for all sections of the community, mediate between individuals and organisations, campaign on behalf of the Parish Council and residents and manage public funds, whilst seeking best value.

There is a legal requirement to attend monthly Parish Council meetings and abide by the Code of Conduct.

If this is you please contact the clerk, Gillian Benson at [email protected] or (01995) 600689.

In our all-genre series, David Greenwood’s twenty ‘Voices of the Twentieth Century’, ranging from Caruso to Callas and Nat King Cole to Peggy Lee, was a great success.

Our regular October meeting was a very enjoyable ‘Members’ Choices.’

On Mon 2nd Nov Keith Carter will explore the music of Karl Jenkins.

Then on Mon 23rd Nov, for the last of our present all-genre series, Gordon Semple will introducemusicwith a classical flavour butdefinitely`On the Lighter Side’.

New members and visitors are always welcome. We meet in Garstang Arts Centre and start at 7:30pm. There is a £2 entry fee for non-members. This includes refreshments at the interval.

Enquiries to Gordon Semple (01995) 602337 or David Greenwood (01995) 602875.


150 Club

The150Clubgivesfinancialsupporttowardsthe running of the Hall by means of an annual £10 donation and entry into a prize draw for which the top prize is £250 This year’s annual event will take the form of a Jazz Supper to be held in the Village Hall on Sat 28th Nov at 7:30pm.

Aftersupperanaccomplishedlivefive-pieceband - the Jazzmen - will take the stage and play music for all tastes, giving you the opportunity to listen, dance and meet friends old and new as the mood takes you. .

This evening is open to all but if you join when booking your tickets you will be in the prize draw straight away. The Bar will be open from 7:00pm. Come with your friends and family andenjoyafunevening!

Tickets are £10 and can be obtained from 150 Club collectors or by ringing Diane (01995) 679275.

COSMIC COLOURSWhat a remarkable mini ‘Indian Summer’ we all experienced. Along with the amazing cosmic colour of the rare, rusty red moon and its eclipse, came the wonderful sunsets and sunrises.

I watched through a light mist, morning sunbeams illuminating millions of dew diamonds clinging to leaves and pine needles. Delicate gossamer spiders webs glittering with dew, the leaves turning to yellow, gold then red. Natures work of art. If fortunate, you may havecaughtaglimpseoftheAuroraBorealis!

Gardens are going to sleep but there are still many colourful flowers around, due to thewarmspell.Soit’snowcold!Wrapupwellandenjoy the bright days of autumn.

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ST MICHAEL’S VILLAGE HALL AIR AMBULANCE AWARENESS WEEKThe Marsden Building Society hosted an Air Ambulance Awareness Week across its branch network in support of North West Air Ambulance and raised a fantastic £500!The Marsden has donated over £160,000 to the North West Air Ambulance over the past few years. Local branches were visited by the charity’s mascot, Paramedic Pup and NWAA volunteers to speak to members about how the fundraising supports the charity as well as the work they do on a day to day basis.If you would like any more information about Marsden Building Society and the work they do with the North West Air Ambulance have a look on the website www.themarsden.co.uk, visit your local branch in Garstang or give them a call on (01995) 910590.Melissa Boland

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Author Visits to Garstang LibraryThurs 12th Nov Author Catherine Simpson will be coming to Garstang Library at 6:00pm to talk about her new book ‘True Story’. Catherine was born and raised on a dairy farm in Winmarleigh and is an ex-pupil of Garstang Community Academy. Her novel is set in rural Lancashire and tells the story of a young boy with Asperger’s Syndrome who refuses to leave the isolated family farm and interacts with the world through his computer. This is a free event with wine included. Call 0300 123 6703 to book a place.Tues 17th Nov Author Philip Caine will be coming to Garstang Library at 3:00pm to talk about his new book ‘Picnic in Iraq’. Philip spent almost seven years in Baghdad, supporting the US-led coalition. He experiencedfirst-handthejoyandheartacheof the Iraqi people, who worked daily to keep

GARSTANG LIBRARYtheir lives stable in the war-torn country. He has used this experience as the basis for his book. This is a free event but places are limited.To book tickets for either of these events speak to a member of staff or call 0300 123 6703. Memory Cafe – Wed 4th Nov A free drop-in cafe for carers and those living with dementia. All are welcome to come along to the Library meeting room for a chat and cup of tea. 10:00am – 12 noon. Also on Mon 16th Nov 2:00 - 4:00pm. The cafe also meets every 3rd Monday between 2:00 - 4:00pm. For further details ring Sandra Perkins (01995) 471236 or simply pop into the Library.Town CouncilSat 7th Nov. Representatives from Garstang Town Council will be present in the Library between 10:00am until 12 noon. If you have any issues which you would like to discuss with them please drop in and have a chat. No appointments are necessary. Bridging the GapA free local service offering practical advice and support for people using hearing aids. Wed 18th Nov 10:00am -12 noon.Legato Music School – Music for FunSimon Halliday from the Legato Music School will be holding weekly one hour sessions between 11:00am -12 noon, called ‘Music for Fun’. Learn to sing or perhaps learn a musical instrument. Sessions on Mon 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th Nov.Time for a Chat – Fri 27th NovWould you like someone to talk over issues, make friends or just spend some time chatting? On the last Friday of every month Time for a Chat meet between 10:30am and 12:30 in the Library meeting room. Knit and NatterOur Knit and Natter group meet at the Library

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GARSTANG LIBRARY (cont)every Tuesday afternoon 2:00pm - 4:00pm and every Friday afternoon 2:00pm- 4:00pm The group are always looking for new members to join. If you enjoy knitting or fancy starting up a new hobby just come along to the library and join in with this friendly group. Refreshments are provided as well as expert help and advice.Bowland ChoirThe Bowland Choir led by Anni Tracy meets in the Library every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 6:30pm.No experience of singing or reading music is necessary to join the group as they sing together for fun and friendship. So come along and give it a try. New members are always welcome. Wed 11th & 25th Nov and Wed 9th DecFor more information contact (01524) 831997or at [email protected]’s ActivitiesBaby Bounce and Rhyme - Mon and Fri at 10:00am.Toddler Rhyme Time - Tues at 2:00pm.Storytime for the Under 5’s - Fri at 2:00pm.All these events are free so just come along and join in the fun. Reading Groups Our reading groups will meet on Thurs 12th Nov at 2:00pm and Tues 17th Nov at 7:30pm. Mobile LibrariesThe Mobile Library routes for November will be as follows:Scorton Wed am 11th Nov Catterall and Churchtown Thurs am 5th Nov St Michaels - Rawcliffe Road Tues pm 3rd NovGarstang Library 03001 236 703 [email protected]

Singing For Pleasure

The winter is fast approaching but that doesn’tmeanwehavetohibernate!

The Songbirds are a group of ladies who meet at the Art Centre, Garstang every Monday afternoon from 1:30pm - 3:30pm.

Don’t be shy - come and join us. No auditions, just singing anything and everything.

None of us pretend to be operatic singers - we just enjoy the feeling that singing gives you, lifting your spirits and in the company of friends.

A warm welcome awaits, a sing, a natter, a brew and laughter. What could be better? It’s like a tonic, it really does make you feel good. Takethatfirststep!

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DOWN TO EARTHCall me unreasonable, but at this time of year I have a real problem with leaves. We don’t have any trees in our front garden, yet we seem to attract lots of other people’s autumn debris. Why can’t leaves stay in their own gardens? Instead they migrate wherever they please, making the place look like it needs a good vacuum. Irritatingly the minute you sweep up the soggy visitors from Number 20, they’re replaced by some new unwanted guests from Number 33. Very frustrating. Well boringly, as you probably know, it’s cleaning up time. All that tedious washing of pots, sluicing the greenhouse, scrubbing the tools and making sure that everything is spick and span for the new growing year in four or fivemonth’stime.For us, cleaning up seems to have become a fulltime occupation having been joined by a new member of the family. Withanewbabyboyandafifteenmontholdtoddler dishwashers and washing machines are on overdrive and there isn’t a surface in the house where there isn’t evidence of small children in residence. Naturally in our own home this has led to even less time for removing leaves, clearing out raised vegetable beds, pruning and weeding. If, unlike us, you have a bit more spare time on your hands then there are other things still to do this month. They include cutting back perennials that have died down, dividing herbaceous perennials and rhubarb crowns, moving tender plants including aquatic ones, into the greenhouse, planting out spring cabbages, pruning climbing roses and renovating old lawns or creating new grass areas by laying turf.I hope many of you got creative with your pumpkins this year. Interestingly the damp weather in August affected pumpkin quality and yield – some farmers lost half of their

produce. Retailers won’t take any fruits with minor blemishes or soft spots as these progress into full-blown issues in the depots and in the ambient temperature of stores. However you could always have a go a growing your own and now is a good time to start thinking about it. Pumpkins are great fun to grow with children. They are easy to cultivate, but need a sunny position, plenty of water and shelter from cold winds. Oneofthefinestsightsofautumniscolourfulpumpkins ripening in the sun - they are an essential part of Halloween and also attractive in the garden. Once harvested, pumpkins can be used for delicious soup and for roasting. Seeds can be bought in most garden centres and online and should be sown indoors in April or


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outdoors in late May or early June. I’ll remind you all next year, around the time the daffodils are making an appearance.Until then, get the marigolds and the disinfectant out and think of measI’mcleaningstickyfingermarksoffeveryhousehold surface.HappyGardening!Alison Tarpey-Black (01253) 810039 07738 515 846.

GARSTANG 3FSGarstang Methodist Church, Park Hill RdMonthly lunch Wed 18th Nov at 12:45pm for 1:00pm. Please ring Margaret on (01995) 603213 or pop into Wesleys any Thurs, Fri or Sat and book your place. Cost £7 per head.Wesleys is now open on Thurs 10:00am to 2:00pm and Fri / Sat 10:00am to 6:00pm with a range of snacks and light meals to tempt you. Looking forward to Christmas? Then there is a

shopping trip to Ena Mill on Sat 14th Nov. To book your place see Lisa in Wesley’s (the cafe will be closed on this day). A look in the Mustard Seed is always worthwhile, whereyou’ll findavarietyofFairTradegifts,foods and cleaning products.Forget-me-Nots meet on Tues from 1:00pm to 2:30pm so if you would like to chat with others who have lost a loved one or are caring for someone who may be suffering from memory loss, then do come along.Margaret Abbott (01995) 603213

PAMPER & SHOPPING EVENING30th Nov 7:00pm - 10:00pm, WyrebankIn aid of The Neuro Drop-in Centre at Lancaster. Pamper area, shopping area and demonstrations. Fashion show by Bombshell Betty Boutique and a Neals Yard demonstration.Rachel Parker: [email protected]


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The Matthew Hesmondhalgh Memorial Fund Awareness and Funds RaisedThank you so much to everyone who has kindly contributed to our recent market stall, which, together with plant sales and donations, has raised £305. The toe tapping Country and Western theme night held at the Stumble Inn raised a fantastic £1,432 to be split equally between Rosemere Cancer Foundation and Matt’s Fund at CRY. Thanks must go the Richmond family and their team for organising this hugely successful event and to all sponsors and participants – there’sneverbeensomanysheriffsintown!

Diary DatesSat 14th Nov Awareness raising stand and sale of pre-loved toys, Cheeki Monkeys event, Barton Village Hall 10:00am – 12 noon. Sat 21st – Sun 29th Nov National CRY raising awareness week. Look out for our boards providing information on CRY, Matt’s Fund and local screenings at the Kepple Lane pharmacy and surgery. Screening - Saturday 6th February 2016If you are between 14 and 35 and would like to have your heart tested free of charge at Garstang Academy please keep an eye on the website at www.testmyheart.org as appointments will be available on-line week beginning Mon 2nd Nov. Alternatively CRY www.c-r-y.or.uk have a screening interest form that enables you to request to be contacted directly when there is a screening in the North West. For further information contact [email protected] or call 07785 106 976Paula Hezmondhalgh

Garstang Free Methodist ChurchWed 25th Nov from 10:00am until 2:00pm. An opportunity to try your hand at some simple crafts. To book or for more information, ring (01995) 602852.Sharon Henriques

ST THOMAS CHRISTMAS FAIRThe St. Thomas Church Christmas Fair will be held on Sat 21st. Nov at St. Thomas School. Commencing at 11:00am, the fair will be opened by Rose Queen, Kayleigh Stothert. Come and meet Father Christmas, savour a bacon butty, win a hamper, have a chance to takehomearaffleprizeandenjoybrowsingthe stalls for crafts, toys, assorted bottles, cakes, a lucky dip and much more. See you there.David Birtwistle

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On Thus 15th Oct the Youth Council held their annual meeting and investiture of the Young Mayor, in front of a packed hall of community heads and dignitaries.Youth Mayor Oliver Atkinson handed over the chains to incoming Youth Mayor Myles Sutcliffe. Oliver had a very successful year and he and his fellow Councillors raised £718 for Kepple Lane Park Trust. Myles’ charity this year will be the ADAM appeal.The annual ‘Young Citizens of the Year Awards’ were also announced. The Lady Atkins Senior Trophy went to Oliver Atkinson who was nominated by Head Teacher Phil Birch (Garstang Academy). Oliver’s impact within the community is well known. This was presented by the Mayor of Wyre, Cllr Tom Balmain.The Carr’s Junior Trophy went to Declan Stephen, who was also nominated by his head teacher Mrs Helen Ife (St Thomas’ CE Primary) and Damian Carr presented his trophy.The Youth Council awarded their own Citizen Trophy to Town Clerk Mrs Edwina Parry, and they also awarded young Pippa Cole with a bravery award.Council SurgeryThe next Council Surgery is on Sat 7th Nov from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. Please come along to the Library to air your views. Any enquiries about the Town Council can be made to:Edwina Parry, 07592 792 801 email: [email protected] Garstang Town Council, Garstang Police Station, Moss Lane, Garstang PR3 1HB

GARSTANG VICTORIAN FESTIVALQuiz Night FundraiserTues 10th Nov - 7:30pm The Wheatsheaf, GarstangGarstang Victorian Festival and Lights

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Committee are holding a Quiz Night to raise funds for this year’s festival and lights. The Question Master will be Sandra Perkins. Teams of four (but don’t worry if you don’t have four you can join up on the night). Tickets available from - Sweets, Iced or Aged in Oak - Garstang. £5 to include light refreshments.The Lights Switch On takes place Mon 23rd Nov and the actual festival on Mon 7th & Tues 8th Dec 6:00pm - 9:00pm.Victorian Festival and Lights Committee

CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL St Peter’s Church, QuernmoreCome and visit our beautiful country Church, next month lit up by decorated Christmas Trees. The festival will run from Thurs 3rd Dec to Mon 7th Dec. Further details in the next issue of Focus. Gale Barton


Fun for all the FamilySun 29th Nov 11:30am - 4:30pm

Come along and join us at Great Eccleston’s hugely successful Christmas Festival. There will be lots of entertainment and a wide range of craft and artisan food stalls to put you in the festive mood. Our local shops, restaurants and cafes are also open to offer you a wide variety of festive treats.

High Street11:30am Christmas Market Stalls open.1:30pm Copp Choir.1:45pm Christmas Lights Switch On and Carol Service (Churches Together).2:15pm Santa Arrives.2:30pm Circus Workshop.

Brass Band and local music artists will perform on the day. Traditional Horse and Carriage Rides Around The Village, Morris Dancers and Donkey Rides.Stalls: A range of Festive Craft Stalls and Artisan Food Stalls, face painting and more.

Village CentreThere will be Cookery Demonstrations by The Farmers Arms Seafood Pub Company at 12:00 noon and 3:00pm.

Comealongtogetinthefestivemood!Ticketsare £5 each including a Seafood Appetiser, available at the Farmers Arms or Village Centre in Great Eccleston. Alternatively call Jackie on 07879 118 848.Jackie Garth

GARSTANG FREE METHODISTSSun 29th Nov 7:00pm at Garstang Community Academy. An evening with Mansell Morgan (former BBC Philharmonic Violinist)Admission free. Brought to you by Garstang Free Methodist Church (01995) 602852.

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Winter Art Fair Arrives at Lytham HallThe Winter Art Fair arrives at Lytham Hall on Sat 14th Nov and Sun 15th Nov from 11:00am to 4:00pm on both days, lighting up the Hall’s West Wing, Courtyard and Green with a vast array of locally made art, craft and design. The range of artworks will ensure that within the Fair there will be lots to see and something to appeal to everyone.Over 30 amazing artists from the local area will be showing the best of British art and craft at the Fylde coast’s Georgian gem, Lytham Hall. A stunning range of art and craft will be shown including jewellery, glass, printmaking, paintings, textiles and ceramics. Prices range from £1 - £500.Artists from all across Lancashire are taking part including Lytham, Lancaster, Freckleton, Out Rawcliffe, St Michaels-on-Wyre, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackburn, Fleetwood, Preston, Accrington and Rossendale.The Winter Art Fair is a great opportunity to meet the artists and understand the range of creative processes they use to make their work. Some artists will also have activities for visitors to take part in. Even Father Christmas willbemakingavisitonSat14th!Gordon from Hopeful and Glorious explained “This is our second Winter Art Fair at Lytham Hall and we had such a great response, we wanted to make a return visit. The Fair is a perfect event to meet artists, see new work being created, enjoy all the stalls indoors and outdoors and buy a special item to treasure forever. If you haven’t been to this splendid Hall, this is the perfect opportunity.”.Enjoy a lovingly-crafted day out in the delightful location of Lytham Hall, Ballam Rd, Lytham FY8 4JX.Free admission. For further details see:www.hopefulandglorious.co.uk

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Oswald’s Parish Hall, Preesall at 8:00pm on Tues 10th Nov. Please come and join us. We will be having a Coffee Morning at the Methodist Church, Knott End from 9:30am until 12 noon on Sat 20th Nov and we will be selling Trinity Christmas Cards there and at an event at the Seven Stars, Stalmine, during the afternoon of Sat 28th Nov.Trinity now has 15 shops across the Fylde Coast and they are in need of new volunteers to work in the shops. There is to be a ‘Take a Friend to Work’ Day in the Cleveleys shop in the near future and if you would be interested in attending this or in receiving a Volunteer Pack to give you more information, please contact the Chair of the Shop, Communication and Volunteers Group, Joan Stubbing (01253) 826082 or at [email protected] Lomax (01253) 702743


My name is Eleanor and in Dec 2016 I am fortunate enough to be making a visit to Utugi Boy’s Home in Kenya which provides a base to support local street children within a Christian environment. It has classrooms, a multi-purpose hall and houses 58 boys aged 7-19 years who all attend local schools. We are fundraising for a number of different projects. Please come and support us with our Car Wash on Sat 14th Nov 11:00am -1:00pm £3.50 at St. Oswald’s Parish Hall Car Park plus tea, coffee and cake.Eleanor Bullen (01253) 812089

FRIENDS OF TRINITY HOSPICEOur 2015 AGM will be held at The Squash, Lancaster Road, Knott End on Mon 9th Nov at 7.30pm. All welcome.The monthly Prize Bingo session will be at St

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GREY MATTER ANSWERS CROSSWORD ANSWERS1 In Blackadder (Goes Forth)2 Honshu3 The Seven Sisters4 Google5 Champagne and Peach Puree6 Milk 7 Orange 8 Twelve9 Leaves10 Hieroglyphics 11 Southern 12 Stephen Sondheim13 Banksy14 Africa15 Beowolf16 Moss17 Cycling18 Handlebar19 Ronald (Ronnie) & Reginald (Reggie)20 Christianity

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