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26 January 2016

LutterworthSpeakers Club

In a Wedding Night Special we invitedguests to an evening of weddingspeeches and much fun ensued.

The first speech was by Allan Rimmer inthe guise of the bride's father, with muchboasting and toasting.

Then Maggie Barlow as the mother ofthe groom, proved to be the mother-in-lawfrom hell - a clinging vine with a sonalready twice jilted at the altar by fiancéesmaking a last minute escape.

Finally new member Sarah Waters spokeas an old friend of the groom - one with ahistory better not shared with his mother orhis new bride.

This set up a framework for othermembers and guests to improvise aroundthe theme. Eileen Fox choreographed this,allocating roles at random and greatcontributions came from other weddingguests, especially those who had travelledthrough the fog from Market HarboroughSpeakers Club.

The bride swiftly became pregnant; along-lost uncle with connections to themob came from Sicily; guests weresearched but security missed the personwith a bag full of Cluedo weapons, (rope,candlestick, revolver etc) and the butlerrevealed the family secrets.

If you want to see us in action just dropin. We meet 1st and 3rd Mondays of themonth, 7.30 - 9.30pm at the Indian Loungeon George Street in Lutterworth. Visit ourwebsite lutterworthspeakersclub.com orring Maggie Barlow for more informationon 01455 207774.

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Socks and ChocsWell it’s coming up to the time of year when webuy presents for our families and friends but howmany of you have thought about the people whodon't have a family, don't have a home and won'tbe getting a Christmas present this year?Helen, Ann and Natali have decided to add a little

bit of sparkle and put smiles on a few people’s facesin Leicester this Christmas bycollecting Socks andChocolate bars to give to theHomeless just beforeChristmas. The Charity isknown as ‘Socks and Chocs’and has been running inBirmingham, Coventry andWolverhampton for a few

years now so the three ladies have decided to set uptheir own collection team to help the Homelesspeople in Leicester. So next time you are doing

your weekly shop please popa chocolate bar/bars in toyour trolley or a pair of socksor if you have clean and holefree socks they will be finetoo and give them to Helen,Ann or Natali before the11th December when we willbe taking everything to the Homeless Shelter. We also have a Collection Point at Foxlands

Farm, Croft Road, Cosby, Leicester. The ladies willalso collect personally if you have arranged acollection from a group of friends or from an office.Please contact Helen on 07768 218932 to arrangecollection. Alternatively if you would like to donateyou can text the word SOCK08 to 70070.www.socksandchocs.co.uk ~ ‘A lot of people doinga little is better than a few people doing a lot’.We wish you a Merry Christmas and thank you

very much in advance for your kindness, Helen, Annand Natali. xxx

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SPORTS MASSAGEMy clinic has been running now for 10months and I still see clients whoexpect to have a really painful time!!!!Not true – if the area that needs

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BONES &GROANS

Frozen ShoulderFrozen shoulder is also known as ‘Adhesivecapsulitis’ referring to the capsule (fibrous bag) thatsurrounds the joint.Nobody truly understands what causes a frozenshoulder but it affects more women than men,usually between the ages of 40 and 60 and morecommonly the non-dominant arm. Between 6-17%patients then go onto develop problems in theopposite shoulder.The first phase of the condition is acutely painfulfrequently disturbing sleep; as time progresses it isthe restriction of movement that becomes moreproblematic. The most common movements to belimited involve rotation at the shoulder eg reachingyour hand up your back to undo your bra or dryyourself or reaching behind your head to do yourhair.Treatment from a Chartered Physiotherapist canhelp-in the early stages to reduce the pain and in thelater stages to maintain and restore mobility.Acupuncture with needles or laser can be beneficialas can hands-on techniques to stretch and mobilisethe tightened capsule. Special exercises eg using apulley can be taught to progress movement betweentreatment sessions.Frozen shoulders are a frustrating condition to havebecause they can last for 2 years. There is no ‘quickfix’ as they have to run their course butphysiotherapy can help along the way. Jo has been awarded the “Certificate of Excellence”from Three Best Rated after their “checking ofextensive customer reviews, ratings, satisfaction,trust, cost and general excellence. Your commitmentto these values and your consistent high quality ishereby acknowledged and certified”.To see a Chartered Physiotherapist privately you donot need to be referred by your doctor.For more information or to arrange physiotherapytreatment contact:JO TAIT Grad Dip Phys MCSP Registered with the

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FEETFestive FunFoot Facts byNumbers25% of your bones are in your feetincluding 26 bones; 19 muscles; 33joints; 107 ligaments

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100% of people visiting my surgery know someone who moans about their feet.There is an old saying, “If your feet

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and your feet, a prosperous 2016

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RECOVERING YOUR COMPUTERWe are still seeing customers losing outon an important bit of ‘insurance’ fortheir computer, by not having a backupcopy of the Windows it was supplied with– and it could cost time and money.

Not too long ago when you bought a newcomputer, it came with ‘Recovery discs’which contained a copy of the Windowssetup that was supplied with the computer.If something bad happens, such as areplaced hard drive, they are used toreinstall Windows, wiping the hard driveclean and putting the computer back to thestate that it was in when you first bought it.You will have lost your photos, etc. but youwould have a usable computer.

In recent years, computer manufacturershave tended not to supply these Recoverydiscs and instead have placed a copy(called an ‘image’) on a part of the harddrive, which is fine unless somethinghappens to that hard drive. If somethingdoes happen, you have no way of repairingyour computer without paying for themanufacturer to send you Recovery discsand waiting for them to arrive, sometimestaking weeks.

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Wear Your Funky Scarf &Help Local People in Need Local charity Charity Link is askingindividuals, schools and businesses toregister now for a free fundraising pack forits second ever ‘Wear a Funky Scarf Day’which takes place on Friday 29th January2016.Getting involved on the day is easy – simply

donate an amount of your choice or gainsponsorship for wearing your most funky orfavourite scarf (or other neckwear) and helpto support local people in poverty, hardshipor crisis in the process. You can also organiseadditional fundraising activities to raise extrafunds.Charity Link, which celebrates its 140th

Birthday next year, supports vulnerableindividuals and families across Leicester,Leicestershire, Rutland & Northamptonshire.The people it helps include disabled andelderly people, the victims of domesticviolence and people with chronic healthconditions.

Over 30% of the people are children andyoung people and many local hospices,refuges and other charities refer people toCharity Link for support.Wear a Funky Scarf Day aims to be a fun

dress up day to help beat the post Christmasblues but it also has a serious message, asmany of the people Charity Link supportscannot afford to keep warm over the winterperiod and have to choose between eating andheating. Supporting Wear a Funky Scarf Day will

help the charity to provide grants for utilitiesalong with essential items to improve qualityof life, including cookers, fridges, beds andclothing. The charity also runs a food bank inLeicester.To order your free ‘Wear a Funky Scarf

Day’ fundraising pack emailRachel.markham@charity-link.org or call0116 222 2218. Wear a Funky Scarf Day ispart of Charity Link’s activities for PovertyAction Week (25th – 31st January 2016). For more information visit www.charity-

link.org/poverty-action-week

BLABY BOWLSOur first indoor game took place at the endof October at Enderby and Blaby had a nicevictory. Leading the way was Keith Smithwhose rink of Graham Dudley, Sylvia Caveand Gordon Milner romped to victory. RobTimmins, Dennis Pitts and Dave Goddardwere other winning skips. The evening before at Cosby Golf Club we

held our annual presentation where Keithpicked up 4 awards, including Men’sChampion, 2015 was certainly his year! As wemoved into November the ladies held theirAGM where Ingrid Turner was installed asPresident for 2016. At the club AGM, JennieHart became our new club Secretary, a veryimportant role. Finally the men held theirAGM where Nev Cotterill decided he wouldlike to continue as President for a further 12months. He reported a very satisfactory 2015on and off the green, financially andtrophywise.All bodes well for 2016. Should you want to

join we are always interested in new membersmen or ladies whatever standard. Give our newmen’s Secretary, Geoff Topley a ring on 0116277 4119. December dates for your diary: 13thwhich is Sunday tea at the clubhouse 4pm startand Bingo Saturday the 19th at 7.30pm. HappyChristmas.

Samaritans is a confidentialemotional support service for anyone in theUK and Ireland.The service is available 24 hours a day for

people who are experiencing feelings ofdistress or despair, including those whichmay lead to suicide.If you live outside of the UK and ROI,

visit www.befrienders.org to find yournearest helpline.Volunteers offer support by responding

to phone calls, emails and letters.Alternatively people can drop in to a branchto have a face to face meeting.Across the UK you can call Samaritans on

08457 90 90 90 for the price of a local call. Inthe Republic of Ireland call 1850 60 90 90.You can also email Samaritans at

jo@samaritans.org, write to Chris, PO Box9090, Stirling, FK8 2SA or if you are deaf orhard of hearing use the single nationalminicom number 08457 909192.

LutterworthPhotographicSocietyThe Society meets at7.30pm on mostWednesdays at theMethodist Church Hall,Bitteswell Road, Lutterworth, LE17 4ELopposite Morrisons Supermarket and nearthe Wycliffe Memorial. For more details visit www.lutt-phot.co.uk

or contact secretary John Haddon on 01455552905.9 Dec - PAGB’s GB cup (Open & Nature)Projected images, culled from the exhibition

entries of some of the best club photographers inthe country. We should see some crackingimages tonight, a nice way to round off 2015.16 Dec - Christmas Social23 & 30 Dec - No meeting – Merry

Christmas & Happy New Year!6 Jan 2016 - Imaginations - Graham

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SNACS is a new business that hasbeen set up by Anne and Chris Ball afterfinding that there is very little provisionfor adults with learning disabilities. They felt that a setting offering the

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House, Gilmorton Road, Lutterworth, LE174DY and open Monday to Friday 9am to4pm, clients can either bring a packedlunch if staying for a full day or they can beinvolved in making their own hot/coldlunch. There is a pool table, giant connect4, books, games, puzzles, TV’s and gamesconsoles, this is all offered in a safe, cleanand fun environment with disabled toiletfacilities. Anne and Chris look forward towelcoming you for a taster session. See advert above right for more details.

A centre for adults with learning disabilitiesoffering a range of activities on a daily basis,

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Lutterworth Writers’ Group

Have you always wanted to join a writers’group and never quite got around to it? Whynot come along and test the water at theUnited Reformed Church Rooms, GeorgeStreet, Lutterworth. Meeting commences at 7.30 - 9:30pm on the

4th Tuesday of the month for constructivetalks on writing, manuscript readings,exercises and much more. Our next meeting ison Tuesday the 15th December as the 22nd istoo close to Christmas.Interested? Get in touch with Cathy Mansell, preferably

by email: cathy.ashbymagna@zen.co.uk or call01455 202445.

LUTTERWORTHEMBROIDERERS’ GUILD

The Christmas Social will be held onDecember 10th with a playful creative timeand last year's bursary winner taking theladies through her workshop day experiences.On January 28th 2016, Helen Brewin will

have an evening to delight when she tells of‘Needlewomen of Medieval and TudorEngland’.Meetings are held each fourth Thursday

7.30pm at Wycliffe Memorial Hall, BitteswellRoad, Lutterworth.

Surviving Winter It’s difficult to believe that some of our neighbours stillhave to decide between heating and eating in thewinter months, but over 51,000 local households are infuel poverty and older people are at real risk thiswinter of cold-related illness and death. Our Surviving Winter campaign, in conjunction with

Leicester Charity Link, is raising awareness and funds tohelp those most at need and most vulnerable this winter. Donations of the cost of a basket of groceriesor a month’s heating cost can help local people survive this winter. Somepeople give their Winter Fuel Allowance to help another older person more inneed. Copies of our guide to keeping well and warm in winter are available from

our Information & Advice helpline on 0116 299 2278 weekdays between 11amand 4pm. You can donate at www.llrcommunityfoundation.org.uk/make-a-donation.

Lutterworth Town BandLutterworth Town Band is a non-contesting brass band based inLutterworth. The members get together every Wednesday evening at 8pmin the Town Hall to have a fun time making music.The players are of different abilities, shapes and sizes but all have the

common aims of playing and enjoying brass band music. The Band is alwayslooking for new members so, if you play an instrument or want to get backinto playing an instrument then please do get in touch, you can be assured ofa warm welcome.The Band was formed in the 1950’s but after a number of years it folded

due to a decline in the number of players. It eventually reformed in 1982 andsince then it has gone from strength to strength.To contact the Band please use these links:www.lutterworthtownband.com lutterworthtownband@gmail.comor contact the Engagements Secretary Gordon Paul on 01788 860240.The Band can also be found on Facebook: Lutterworth Town Band FacebookpageThe Band’s remaining programme for 2015 is:Sat. 12 December, Carols at Waitrose, Lutterworth 10am–12pm approxSun. 13 December, Christmas Concert with Lutterworth & District ChoralSociety, St Mary’s Church, Lutterworth 3.30–5pmSat. 19 December, Carols in Lutterworth Town Centre 10.30am - 12.30pmMon. 21 December, Carols at Morrisons, Lutterworth 5–7pmWed. 23 December, Carols at Morrisons, Lutterworth 5–7pmThur. 24 December, Carols at Waitrose, Lutterworth 10am–12pm

Ullesthorpe W.I. EventsCelebrations of the Centenary of the foundation of the first WI in theUK are still ongoing. Some members were part of a 300 strongcongregation who gathered for a celebration of the ten decades inLeicester Cathedral. After a rousing rendition of ‘Jerusalem’, a message from the Queen to

the Leicester and Rutland Federation was read. The afternoon was amiscellany of songs, dance, nostalgia and humour rounded off byRosemary Heyes entertaining all by her speech. Following the NationalAnthem, tea and delicious cakes were served by the WI Home EconomicsCommittee. Whilst in the Cathedral, many took the opportunity to visitKing Richard the III’s tomb and admire the embroidered pall covering ondisplay.Fifteen members attended a CenTEAnary Party in Broughton Astley

Village Hall again organised by HE Committee. The full afternoon tea wasenjoyed by all as was the talk on the early history of the WI and its originsin Canada.The October Meeting saw Kate Newhaven give a fascinating illustrated

talk on “The World of Assistance Dogs” on behalf of the charity CanineFriends whose motto is “Amazing dogs – Transforming Lives”. Katebrought her ‘partner’ Cheeko (a beautiful black labrador) who sleptthrough most of the talk, but was ready to show his skills in telephonedelivering, retrieving dropped items and the mail, reaching tins whenshopping and removing gloves. These dogs are trained mainly for wheelchair users and puppy parents

look after the pups from 6 weeks till 14 weeks, training and socialisingthrough treats and praise then takes place till 15 months followed byadvanced training according to the needs of the future partner. At present, there are 300 active partnerships and since the

organisation began in 1990 there have been 530 partnerships. The needfor fund-raising is paramount as £10,000 is needed for each dog to reachits working status which covers breeding, training, inoculations, harnessand other incidentals. This talk is recommended to other meeting groupsand to anyone who wishes to actively fund raise. Future activities include a visit to the Ballet in Birmingham and a

Pantomime. Enquiries may be made on 01455 202499.

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Looking for a VENUE foryour PARTY/ FUNCTION?Then Lutterworth Golf Club could be your ideal location!With a fully stocked bar, dance floor and onsite catering, we can offer everything to suit your event. (Independent caterer: Rebecca Louise catering)

We offer a VERY competitive room hire charge

So why not give us a call and discuss your requirements on 01455 552532 or email: sec@lutterworthgc.co.uk

Sunday Lunch Carvery is also available to the general public at great prices! Please give us a call to book your table

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Lutterworth Townswomens’ GuildAt the November meeting Dorothy Kenmore gave anentertaining talk reflecting on the years working in the NHSthrough the 1960's, 70's and 80's. First trained as a nurse Dorothy soon realized that she didn't

really care for blood, vomit and bedpans and became a school nurseuntil she became bored with nits and verrucas so trained in familyplanning. This role and her husband’s work took her to work inremote areas of South Africa, then returning to work in poor ethnicareas of the UK. Dorothy encountered many problems caused through the

language barrier and learnt several phrases some that didn'ttranslate across very well but was always made very welcome oftenwith food. The most amusing story was about Mr Ali's washingline, but to find out what was on it you would have to listen toDorothy's talk! New members are most welcome, for details take a look at our

Facebook page or telephone 01455 554323.

Swimfest Makes Another SplashAt the Lutterworth Sports Centre on Saturday November 14thseventeen teams entered the twelfth annual Swimfest organisedby the Rotary Club of Lutterworth Wycliffe.Three hours of noisy fun raised a hoped for £3,000 for local

school projects and good causes. Nigel Bones, President of theRotary Club, skippered a team swimming on behalf of the newlyformed Sharing and Caring Group which is a support network fordementia sufferers and their carers. On completion of his one hour swim Nigel said, “I’m absolutely

exhausted but it’s been tremendous fun. Hopefully we will raise inexcess of £600 by our efforts, yet none of this would have beenpossible without the skill of the Serco staff. They used their skillsto circumvent a major fault with the floor of the pool and, onbehalf of all the teams involved, I thank them sincerely for theirefforts”.There were also some stand out swimming performances.

Amongst the school teams Gilmorton Chandler Primary excelledwith an amazing 121 lengths of the pool. This was bettered onlyby an impressive 134 lengths by the ‘Tudors’ who were allmembers of the 1485 Tri-Athlon Club.

Christmas Carol ServiceWednesday 9th December at 7pmCome and join us for live performances, bible

readings and carol singing. Our cosy carolservice is a great time to meet with friends andcelebrate Christmas with mulled wine and mince

pies. Expect amazing harmonies from theEmanuEl Apostolic Gospel Choir and dance

performances from young people. The event is FREE and open to all communities.

However if you wish to give a donation you couldhelp give homeless young people a safe place tocall home and the support they need to create

lasting change in their lives. This is a free eventbut please confirm your attendance by emailing:MHaggerty-Wood@leicesterymca.co.uk or call

Michelle on 0116 204 6227. Event is being held at The Y, 7 East Street,

Leicester LE1 6EY.

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COMEDY NIGHTS:CHRISTMAS DATES11th/12th/18th/19th December £25pp

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food, plenty of drink & music you candance to...There will be 3 of the top comedians,

a delicious buffet & then a disco todance the night away.Tickets cost £25 a head and special

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LESSONSDuring the week at Future Faces weprovide examination based classesin drama or musical theatre. Weare an examination centre forTrinity London and are proud tohave a 100% pass rate. Theseclasses are ideal for students whoare already taking GCSE or Alevel’s in these subjects and qualifyfor UCAS points from grade 6.If you have low self esteem and struggle

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Digital Radio NewsThe broadcasting regulator Ofcom hasreleased their stat-filled annual reporton digital radio. Nottinghamshire cometops for people listening via digitalinstead of analogue services, havingreached the ‘tipping point’ of 50%. The Government is keen for listeners

to reap the benefits by migrating fromFM / AM of their own accord, so as notto impose a digital switchover too soon.Norway however, will be the firstcountry in the world to pull the plug onall FM transmitters in just two yearstime. The main criteria that Ofcom

monitors for progress towards radioswitchover are:Content: DAB offers more choice and

diversity of stations than the crowdedFM band can deliver, with over 40available in this area. Spring 2016 seesthe launch of a 2nd national commercialnetwork, with some operators using thenew ‘DAB+’ format. Coverage: The national BBC network

on DAB, carrying popular stations suchas Radio 4Extra, & 6Music, covers 95%of households (similar to the FMnetwork). There is an ongoingprogramme to improve local radiocoverage (currently around 77%), butthe Leicestershire stations still struggleto reach the Lutterworth area!Cars: Around three quarters of new

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Lutterworth & DistrictCharity no: 247288 T: 01455 557116Dear Friends,

What another great year we have had with 14day trips out this year so far, taking trips tosuch places as Gates Garden Centre, BartonMarina & The National Arboretum, SabrinaBoat trip, Severn Valley Railway, The JinnyRing craft centre, Hanbury Hall, WoburnAbbey, & The British Ironwork Centre toname just a few! We have also sent a smallgroup of clients on holiday to Blackpool, Isleof Wight and Eastbourne.

Our afternoon teas, held every other month,are doing well and attracting people who enjoyplaying games or just chatting and catching upover a tea and scone... everyone is welcome.Our group of men enjoy a game of dominoesand more are welcome to join in.In November we entertained St Mary's

House and Church Close to a ‘Magic Afternoon& Tea’. This Christmas you will find us partyingin the Wycliffe Rooms with over 140 peopleenjoying a three course dinner &entertainment.Everything we do is aimed at having fun,

enjoying life, beating loneliness, isolation andmaking friends. We aim to cater for everyone,whether you are mobile or have limitedmobility, there is usually something for you toaccess, from our ‘Days Out’ to our ‘SeatedExercise Classes’ our ‘Book Club’ or our ‘SocialEvents’ in Lutterworth.

Our quarterly newsletter will keep youupdated on our activities, so far in 2016 we havetwo theatre trips and of course some moreholidays planned. Our usual weekly/monthlyactivities will be on going and our ‘New YearParty’. You can check us out atwww.ageconcernlutterworth.org.ukAll of our activities and events are now

subsidised by the charity, so on behalf ofeveryone THANK YOU to all of our donorsand our shoppers, without your support wewould not be able to continue doing what welove doing. Our volunteers are greatly valuedand more would be welcomed.Wishing you all a very Healthy, Happy

Christmas & New YearAge Concern Lutterworth & District working

for all those people in middle/later life ofLutterworth & surrounding villages to make it afulfilling & enjoyable experience.

BLOODWISEBeating Blood Cancers Since 1960 ‘Merry Christmas to all ourCustomers and Supporters’

We would like to thank everybody whosupported us with our new name launch byjoining our balloon race. These werereleased over the week starting from theSaturday morning of the name changelaunch to the following week until we ranout of gas for the balloons. The winningballoon that went the furthest distance wasreleased by Mrs Irene Bowler on behalf ofher grandson Master Harry Hunt fromAustralia. The balloon was then found byMrs Peters in Chichester, a distance of 113miles. As we have heard in the news recently,

scientists feel that they are making significantadvances which can only increase the chances

of surviving Leukemia for longer and we canstart to talk seriously about living well withthe condition. We all know that knowledge ispower, so the more we know about bloodcancer the more we can do to beat it, but to dothis we still need all your help. Being diagnosed with blood cancer can be a

frightening time for both you and people closeto you. But we’re here for you at every stepalong the way. We can provide or point you to information and support and answerquestions about how our research could helpyou. Blood cancers are complex. There are137 quite different types, so findinginformation about your particular conditionmight sometimes feel overwhelming. That's why our website has information and

support for everyone – about differentconditions, treatments and what happensnext. We work with leading healthcareprofessionals, patients and carers to make

sure all our information is clear, medicallyaccurate and as up-to-date as possible. OurSupport Line team can help you find theinformation that’s right for you.At Lutterworth we are a fun loving team

who work hard raising funds for those whowork tirelessly in research. Your generosity isgratefully received and much appreciated. Butwe need your help, whether it’s donatingitems for us to sell or buying items otherpeople have donated to us, so if you need aspare bed, new sofa, TV stand etc, please comeinto both our Charity shops. The Christmas cards are out for sale and

bargain presents are to be found in bothshops, so please come and have a look. Do youhave a few hours to spare and would like tocome and have fun with our great bunch ofvolunteers as staff? Then we need you! To findout more please call Lesley on 01455 556649.June Ford - Secretary

Leicestershire SpeakersRemembranceOur meeting opened on 11th Novemberwith Margaret Barrett reading three poemswhich included “Everyone Sang” bySiegfried Sassoon, a poem resonating reliefthat the horrors would cease and optimismfor the future. We all know what happenedthirty years later!Hiten Vyas delivered his speech entitled

“BAFTA”. This was a researched speech thatcontained many interesting facts aboutBAFTA’s inception and the work thischaritable organisation does in promotingthe British Film Industry.There may be a rush on booking cruises

on the River Danube next year as a result ofa superb speech by Frank Kovacs. A word ofcaution, it may not be plain sailing, if theriver level rises, one may be required todisembark to enable passage under somebridges! John Baron spoke about the nuclear

accident that occurred in October 1957 at

Windscale and the obfuscation of politiciansattempting a cover up. The star of the evening was Daniel Cole.

Glactosemia was the subject of his speechand he was brilliant! To give a maidenspeech on the second visit to the club wasremarkable. Wyn Glen was topics chairman this

month. Members were asked to talk on thedevelopment of cultural and everydayactivities through the ages. This producedsome great factual and also amusingspeeches. Leicestershire Speakers welcome anyone

who would like to learn the art of speaking inpublic. Our meetings are supportive,informative and entertaining, helping toturn nervous wrecks into confident,speakers. We meet at 7.30pm on the secondWednesday of each month at the Blaby Dropin Centre. For more information ring AnneJones on 0116 277 2295 or visit our websitewww.leicspeakers.co.uk - We can alsoprovide entertainment and talks to othersocieties and groups.

Christmas Services atSt. Pius X & Our Lady ofVictories & St Alphonsus

Serving the Catholic communities of Lutterworth,Narborough & surrounding villages

Monday 21st December 7pm ~ Service of Reconciliation with opportunity forconfession at Our Lady & St. Alphonsus, Lutterworth

Tuesday 22nd December 7pm ~ Service of Reconciliation with opportunity

for confession at St. Pius X Narborough Thursday 24th December 4pm

Carols at Our Lady & St. Alphonsus, Lutterworth4.30pm ~ Vigil Mass of Christmas at Our Lady

& St. Alphonsus, Lutterworth6pm ~ Vigil Mass of Christmas at St. Pius X

Narborough11.30pm ~ Carols at St. Pius X Narborough

Midnight ~ Christmas Midnight Mass at St. Pius XNarborough

Friday 25th December 10am ~ Christmas Morning Mass at Our Lady &

St Alphonsus, Lutterworth10am ~ Christmas morning Mass at St. Pius X

Narborough.Our Lady of Victories & St Alphonsus,

Lutterworth, 28 Bitteswell Road LE17 4EY.St Pius X, Narborough, 52 Leicester Road LE19 2DF.

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Lutterworth ChristmasLights Switch On 2015As the day began, the forecast was lookingrather glum and as predicted, the rain camedown in buckets. However, this didn’t appearto dampen the spirits of the locals who stillcame out in their hundreds and the towncentre was transformed into a magical winterwonderland.The evening began with Santa riding through

the town centre on his sleigh with an umbrellaand his own private escort, Olaf! In his grotto,Santa attracted a huge crowd of children, alleager to tell him what they would like forChristmas. Just next door to the grotto,Lutterworth Town Band entertained passers byin the Memorial Gardens.The funfair was again a major attraction

whilst Loughborough Campus Radio kicked offthe on stage entertainment. They warmed upthe crowds and introduced the school choirs,local bands and recording artists, who eachsang their favourite Christmas songs to thedelight of the huge audience. Many of theproud parents of the children performing could

not take the smile off their faces before three ofour local retailers basked in the glory ofwinning the Best Illuminated (Sheila’s CraftCorner), Best Dressed (All Wrapped Up) andMost Innovative (Valerie’s Cake Boutique)shop window competitions – their hamperskindly donated by Waitrose.The Lutterworth Town Mayor and his

Consort were on stage to switch on theChristmas lights, which was followed by aspectacular fireworks display, greeted withoooohs and ahhhhs from the vast crowdgathered in the Town Hall square.Throughout the evening hot mulled wine

was enjoyed in Lutterworth Christmas mugswhilst there was also an opportunity to do aspot of late night Christmas shopping in theshops that had stayed open in the town and theChristmas Market, new for this year’s event.Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service broughtalong their fire engine, much to the delight ofthe children who were allowed to have a sit inthe driver’s seat.Unfortunately, all good things must come to

an end and so that was it for another year. Thelights are shining and everyone went home

happy, with us all looking forward to the nextbig event, Christmas Day!Lutterworth Town Council would like to

thank all the local businesses who sponsoredthe event and donated their time and moneyto ensure the evening was a great success. A special thanks also to the many volunteer

marshals, as without them, this communityevent could not take place.

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CHRISTMASCOLOURINGCOMPETITION

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The Closing date for entriesis 15th January 2016.

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Q: I’m struggling witharound £18,000 worth ofdebt and I wonderedwhether I’d be eligible for aDebt Relief Order. I knowthe limit used to be£15,000 but I heard that it was increasingsoon. Is that right?A: A Debt Relief Order can be a way to helppeople out of unmanageable debt. From 1stOctober the debt limit for a DRO increased to£20,000 so you might now be eligible. You could qualify for a DRO if you don’t

own your home, have up to £1,000 worth ofassets, a car worth no more than £1,000 and

have £50 or less left each month once you’vepaid your essentials. Debts such as magistrate’s court fines,

student loans and child support maintenancearen’t covered by a DRO but credit card debt,overdrafts, loans and rent arrears are, so checkfirst whether you’re eligible. The DRO lasts a year and during that time

you don’t have to make any payments towardsmost debts included in your DRO. Yourcreditors can’t force you to pay off the debtseither. At the end of the DRO period your debtswill be written off but you’ll still be responsiblefor paying off any debts that weren’t includedin the DRO.

It’s also important to consider that while aDRO can help you deal with your debt, it mayaffect your credit rating and if during the 12month period you borrow more than £500 youhave to tell the creditor about your DRO.

Lutterworth CAB at the One Stop Shop,Gilmorton Road is open 10am-3pm Mondays& Thursdays. Blaby CAB at Council Offices,Desford Road, Narborough, LE19 2EP is open10am-3pm on Tuesdays. Market HarboroughCAB at Council Offices, Adam and Eve Street isopen Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am-3pm. Forgeneral advice please call 0300 330 1025 andmoney advice 0116 340 248 0116. Websitewww.leicscab.org.uk

Wycliffe Lutterworth U3AMonthly November Meeting ‘The Battle of the Beams’ Speaker: Bob TitteringtonBob’s talk was very interesting to everyone.With diagrams, a video clip andphotographs, he explained the progress ofthe RAF in the battle to confound theaccuracy of the German bombers, who wereable to pinpoint targets under cover ofdarkness.The vibrating perspex dome in the fuselage

of the plane was the cramped home of the

navigator, who used his sextant to star sight inorder to work out the position of the plane inflight. Accuracy was almost impossible giventhe shuddering flight, as an error of just onedegree caused the target to be missed by atleast one mile.The Luftwaffe was fitted with Knickebein

systems which made their bombing accuracyfar superior to Britain’s. Having determinedfrom a shot down plane that these werehidden within the Lorenz blind landingsystem, the RAF were able to discover thefrequency of the transmitters and buildreceivers on top of towers.

An interfering signal was generated whichneutralised the system of dots and dashes.This confused the German pilots who beganto lose confidence in their system. The XGerate, single beam system was followed bythe Y Gerate system which was four timesmore accurate. From a high tower atAlexandra Palace, a pulse was transmittedback to the bombers at a different frequency,which caused the pilots, who became totallyconfused, to veer off course. By February1941, the British had neutralised all theGerman systems, which then turned theirbombing raids towards Russia.

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The fraudsters entice the purchaser and reassurethem it is a legitimate purchase by using the widelyrecognised Trusted Shop Trustmark. The fraudstersare using the Trustmark fraudulently and have notbeen certified by Trusted Shops and therefore thepurchaser is not covered by the Trusted Shopmoney-back guarantee. Protect yourself:

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Broughton Astley W.I.Our theatre group enjoyed the performanceof ‘South Pacific’ at the Concordia Theatreand now look forward to the annual outingto the pantomime in January. We shall be starting the festive season with

a Christmas lunch in early December,followed by our Faith Supper, when membersmeet to enjoy a delicious buffet together. Atour November AGM we looked back overanother year of interesting speakers andspecial events. One member had bakedtwelve dozen mince pies, which were servedalong with refreshments at the firstBroughton Astley Santa Fun Run inDecember 2014. In April 2015 we hosted a flower arranging

demonstration by Karina’s florist and in Junewe provided an amazing selection ofhomemade cakes for our village carnival, aswell as helping with the bunting thatdecorated the school field. Our highlight was planting the cherry tree

in the recreation ground in September tocommemorate the centenary of the WI. InOctober we hosted a Fashion Show of theAutumn/Winter collection from theEdinburgh Woollen Mill, which was wellreceived and enjoyed by all. We shall againbe providing refreshments at the BroughtonSanta Fun Run on Sunday 6th December. Our programme for 2016 is complete and

our organiser has arranged another year ofvaried and interesting speakers to be enjoyedby all our members.Visitors are always welcome to join one of

our meetings at 7.30pm on the secondTuesday of the month at Broughton AstleyVillage Hall. For more information contactFran Marsland on 01455 282118.

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Wordsearch Competition Find 42 words to win a meal for two (up to the value of £80) kindlydonated by The Bull at Broughton, see colour advert on page 29.

Look up, down, backwards, forwards and diagonally to find the words and send your completed wordsearch with your name, addressand telephone number on a piece of paper to: The Lutterworth & District Journal, Wordsearch Competition, 19 Elmtree Road, Cosby,Leicester LE9 1SR. The closing date for entries is 15th January 2016.

C O F F E E V E S R A E Y W E N E H F R I E N D L Y Z M Y W Y C L S R S T E A K E C A R R E T I E S E I T R A P F I B U L D S S B R P M S T A U N E N T E D W U R S I N E T N P L E S V F I A M A A Z F I C M L M A I R A N E E T P Z O T Y I A N T B E M G R V I A A I F N L O S E R N I S A I O T O M I U T E T E R N L E Y L N N O S N H F R T A A I I I A L S C Y C G I A R O T B D E P L U R Z H U S C A B B A A T S A P B E G O H A T U P R O S E C C O E E R T L S P Y E K R U T G I N H B S A L A D B C A M E M B E R T

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SANTA FUN RUNWow weren’t we lucky with the weather – it was at least dry for ‘therun’ even if the wind was higher than we would have liked.As to be expected considering a very overcast day we had 775 Santas

running one of two courses against 1,006 last year in perfect weather.In the 7 years

Lutterworth Rotaryhas been runningthe event we havenever had tocancel.This year, as we

do each year, wemajor on newcharities –

Barnardo’s Young Carers (Leics.) - Canine Partnership - Share andCare Group along with Air Ambulance - The Mayor’s Appeal and arange of Rotary Charities who benefit from the Annual Run.As always our thanks to our

sponsors – Hinckley and RugbyBuilding Society, BroughtonVeterinary Group, Coates(Warehousing, Distribution andProperty), Harrison MurrayEstate Agents, Broomfield’sSolicitors, Omega Kitchens,Fortnams Chemist, SpecSavers, Waitrose, The Greyhound CoachingInn, Max Electrical, Barkers Pet Supplies, Pinnacle Taxis, WilliamDavis Homes and Reecreate who produced our website.In addition the Lutterworth Town Band provided music during the

afternoon with the PA system being supplied by Radio Lutterworth.Lutterworth Pathway Community Church kindlydistributed drinks and the mince pies (providedby Waitrose) after the race.Last but not least the Lutterworth College and

The Frank Whittle Studio School without whosegrounds we could not run an event such as this.Our Marshals are our unsung heroes braving

the weather, ensuring that each road crossing was safe for the Santas,the cars parked suitably and many more jobs which made for asuccessful day.Thank you all.

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Creative Art Group Supporting RNIBThe Creative Art Group’s Exhibition 2015 held on 14th &15th November started with a very wetand windy day. Although the numbers of visitors were down on previous years it was still asuccessful one with a very friendly atmosphere and a good deal of praise for the excellent standardof work on show. 86 paintings were exhibited; 12 paintings and 3 ceramic china painted plates were sold along with

many original greetings cards painted by some of the members.The raffle, cards and donations help to raise £220 for this year’s chosen charity RNIB.The large Christmas Hamper was won by Diana Osborne, the 2nd prize, a bottle of Whisky won by

‘Ron’ and 3rd prize a painting won by Judy Fitzhugh. Other lucky winners were S. Heath, J Cooper andM Wood.The favourite painting in the show voted by visitors was David Cooper’s ‘Old Cornish Harbour’.Members wish to thank all those who supported the event and gave generously to the charity, the

Royal National Institute for the Blind. Lynn Wood (founder member)

Lutterworth Wine CircleAt the November meeting we were lucky enoughin having a ‘local expert’ in name, Lee Jones whoresides in Lutterworth.

His topic was ‘An Alternative Christmas’ and hispresentations were different from what one wouldnormally associate with festive drinking.

The first white ‘2014 Lucien La Stelle’, aVermentino from Sardinia. A straw blond withbags of citrus but delicate to taste with a lingeringfinish.

The next white from Rueda a 100% Verdejo‘2014 San Antolin’, another white with high notesand fine balance of fruit with a long finish.

Our last white from the house of ‘Cvne’, abarrel aged Viura, typical of white Riojas, not toeveryone’s liking but a fine example of the lesserknown wine of Rioja.

We move now to the home of Malbec, from

Cahors in France ‘2012 Malbec du Clos’. True tothe Malbec style, deep black fruit with a hint ofvanilla from its 18 months in barrel.

Travelling across Europe to Tuscany for aChianti, a 2012 ‘Cecchi Sagrato Reserva’. Madein the modern methods this wine was young butdelivered rich flavours with soft tannins, withkeeping this wine reward the drinker. This is a ina wine of expectation.

Sadly our last wine was an Old Vine Garnacha,a 2013 ‘The Cubist’ from the Calatayud region inSpain. This had huge plummy black fruit, leavingsoft tannins and a long fruity rounded finish. Ifyou haven’t tried Old Vines Garnacha-TRY IT!You’re missing out. Our thanks to Lee for a veryenjoyable evening.

We still have room for new members, give mea ring for a programme and a chat, we are not‘Wine Snobs’ but people with a common interest.

Peter Betts-Chairman - Tel: 01455 554110.

History of the Christmas TreeWhy do we celebrate Christmas usinga Christmas tree?

It began many years ago in NorthernEurope. An English Monk namedBoniface was a missionary to Germanyand he wanted to give the people asymbol of life to celebrate Christ’sBirthday.

As Christmas falls in the middle ofwinter, many trees have lost all theirleaves and so only an evergreen is trulyalive at that time of the year.

Boniface chose a firtree and decorated it inhomage to Christ andthe tradition began.

Throughout the next nine centuries the Christmas tree was used in Christian homes andc e l e b r a t i o n sthroughout Germanyand other parts ofNorthern Europe.

When you have areal Christmas tree inyour home you arecontinuing over 1200years of traditionalChristian celebration!

MerryChristmas and a Happy New Year toall our Volunteers & Customers!

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From Tuesday, November 3rd until the end of February2016 Lutterworth & District Museum will be openTuesday to Saturday, 10am to 1pm. Closed Sunday &Monday. Out of hours visits for individuals and partiescan be arranged. Contact Wendy on 01455 698076 or

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Get Jolly for LOROS thisDecember by Wearing YourFestive Jumpers for The HospiceLOROS is encouraging everyone to take part inJolly Jumper Day this December and raise vitalfunds for the Hospice over the Festive season.From businesses to schools, organisations and

universities, the Groby Road charity is invitingeveryone to dig out their favourite Christmasjumpers for LOROS this month.

The campaign is simple: all LOROS is askingis for you to pick any day in December to be your‘Jolly Jumper Day’, then encourage all of yourpeers and colleagues to wear their Festive knitsand donate £1 to the Hospice.LOROS Fundraising Co-ordinator Magdalena

Korytkowska said, “Get in the Festive spiritwhile raising money for charity this Christmasby taking part in our annual Jolly Jumper Day.Whether it’s a simple Santa jumper you will bewearing or a glittery knit complete with fairylights and tinsel – we want to see everyone

donning their Christmas jumpers for LOROSthis December”.And there is no need to stop there – why not

organise a party at home or hit the town withfriends, all dressed in your festive best forLOROS.Magda added, “Campaigns like these are a

great example of how easy it is to give somethingback”.For more information or to receive your free

fundraising pack, visit: loros.co.uk/jolly or call0116 231 8431.

LOROS Needs VolunteersLOROS Hospice opened their doors in November in hope ofencouraging more people to give up their time and join theirvolunteering team. Dozens of people took advantage of the day as theyvisited the Groby Road Hospice and explored the different ways in whichthey could get involved.From volunteering as part of the administration team, with the

complementary therapy staff or day therapy, there really was a jobshowcased for everyone.LOROS Home Visiting Manager Andrew Lowden said, “The day was a

great success. We just wanted to get as many people through our doors sothey could see what a difference they could make by giving up some oftheir spare time to help out at LOROS. There are so many great

opportunities to volunteer here, whether that is in the community inlotteries, home visiting, in one of our shops or at our fundraising events.Hopefully we helped people see there really is something for everyone”.Volunteers play such a huge part in enabling LOROS to continue caring

and supporting terminally ill adults, with more than 1,000 people alreadygiving up their time for LOROS each year.Community Fundraiser Debbie Dickman said, “It was really great to

see some of our regular supporters who have raised money for us wantingto get involved and volunteer. I’m already looking forward to the nextvolunteer open day at LOROS, it gave us the time and space to really talkto people and showcase the opportunities available”.If you are interested in volunteering, call the Hospice for more

information on 0116 231 3771, e-mail: volunteering@loros.co.uk or visit:loros.co.uk/volunteering

LOROS’ Brand New Campaign, ‘Crimbogram’ is setto be fun for the whole family this ChristmasThis December LOROS Hospice is launching a brand new and exciting funfor all the family campaign called ‘Crimbogram’.Crimbogram, which will run throughout the month and into the New Year

is predominantly a social media campaign asking people to recreate an oldphoto and donate money to the Hospice.It really is as simple as digging out an amusing old photo, then recreating

it as best you can and posting it on your social media pages, before donating£3 to LOROS by texting ‘CRIM30 £3’ to 70070. You then nominate three ofyour friends to do the same.

LOROS Fundraising Co-ordinator Dave Nicklin said, “This is a really funcampaign that all the family, as well as friends, can get involved with. It’s agreat excuse to reminisce over good times and have a laugh with the peopleyou love, while raising money for your local Hospice. Every £3 raised couldcontribute to paying for a patient’s meals this Christmas time”.While participants can upload their photos to Facebook, those who do not

use the social media channel could also use the Crimbogram JustGiving page:campaign.justgiving.com/charity/loros/crimbogramDave added, “We’ve seen other charity campaigns really boom thanks to

social media including the Ice Bucket Challenge. We hope Crimbogram growsto be like this, with everyone and anyone getting involved”.For more information on Crimbogram visit: loros.co.uk/support-us or call

0116 231 8431/2.

Christmas House Plant CareCyclamen, Amaryllis bulbs and Poinsettias are three of the mostpopular gifts given at Christmas. Here are a few tips to get the bestfrom them and keep them going into next year.Cyclamen are tender plants originally native to the south-east

Mediterannean regions and North Africa but it does not mean that theylike lots of heat. Cyclamens prefer a coolish room where temperaturesdo not rise above 21°C during the day. They also like a lot of light butprefer not to be placed on a windowsill particularly at this time of year

as they can get coldwhen the curtains aredrawn and scorchedwhen the sun shines.Cyclamens are bestwatered from thebottom. Do not allowthe plant to stand inwater for too longbecause if the corm isallowed to get too wet,it can rot.

It is also useful to provide a liquid feed every two weeks. When theleaves start to go yellow move the plant to a cool shady place to rest andwater occasionally so the compost doesn’t dry out. Then in midSeptember bring back to a bright and warmer room, repot if necessaryand treat as before and hopefully it will re-flower.

Amaryllis bulbs are often given as ‘grow-your-own’ packs atChristmas. Follow the instructions on the packetand plant up your bulb in the growing medium.They only need watering when the growingmedium dries out and do not need feeding as itshould provide enough nutrient to see the bulb toflowering. The stems can grow tall so you willneed to provide a cane to support them. They alsohave a tendency to grow towards the light so it isbest to rotate them every other day or so to try andkeep them straight. Once they have flowered cut the stem back by thebulb and allow the foilage to grow. They will then need a liquid feedevery couple of weeks. In the summer when the leaves start to fade,place it somewhere cool and allow to dry out. Then in late autumn giveit a good soak and bring the plant into the warm and it should hopefullystart all over again.Poinsettias (Euphorbia Pulcherima) are

available in many colours and modern treatmentskeep plants compact and bushy. They like bright,indirect sunlight and prefer humid conditions soyou may want to mist your plant if your home isvery dry due to heating. Let the compost dry outbetween watering, it should be dry to the touch,never wet. Poinsettias are sensitive to extremetemperatures so don’t place your plant next to a heater or near adraughty window or doorway. Avoid high temperatures, 55 – 60°F maxwill provide perfect conditions for your poinsettia.Look after your Christmas plants well and they will bring you much

enjoyment over the Christmas period and hopefully into 2016!

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WANTED: Rhythm Guitarist with Vocalsand Drummer – Seniors preferred 65+We are Lead and Bass Guitarists from a band originally formed inthe 1960’s. We reformed a few years ago successfully gigging aroundLeicestershire mostly concentrating on 1960s music. Our equipment is Fender, Vox and Ampeg and we have a full PA

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Rudolph Marshmallow DecorationsIngredients:• LARGE MARSHMALLOWS • PRETZELS • RED SKITTLES OR SMARTIES • READY-TO-ROLL WHITE & BLACK ICING • 100G MILK CHOCOLATELine a wooden or plastic board with greaseproofpaper, secure it using cellotape. Melt bar of chocolatein the microwave in short bursts, take out ofmicrowave & cool slightly by continuously stirring. Next, dip each marshmallow into the chocolate

covering the base & the edges of the marshmallow. Place on the greaseproofpaper and pop in the fridge to set for 10 mins.

Take the chocolate covered marshmallows out of the fridge & flip upsidedown. Put a small drop of the melted chocolate onto the back of themarshmallow & press down the pretzels to make the antlers.

Flip them back over so the pretzels are on thegreaseproof paper. Continue to do this with all yourmarshmallows & then pop back into the fridge to set for afurther 10 mins. Make Rudolph’s eyes using ready-to-roll icing. Roll out

a pea-sized piece of white fondant & then roll out an evensmaller piece of black fondant for the centre of the eye &press both together.Take the marshmallows out of the fridge, add the red

sweetie nose with a dab of melted chocolate as glue. Addthe eyes the same way.

Pop them back into the fridge to let them set for a final 10 mins. Threadsome ribbon or string around the pretzel antlers & place on the tree.

Good News!Members of Lutterworth’sKnit and Stitch group haveoffered to continue theexcellent work started by Browns Health &Safety and will be running the Love in a Boxshoebox appeal in 2016. They can’t promise to fill as many boxes

as the wonderful total that Mandy and herteam managed this year, but they areprepared to give it a go!Sue Turner, the lead co-ordinator, will be

supported by Elaine Turner fromLutterworth Rotary as well as ChristmasElves Margaret and Olive who have helpedMandy over several years. Sue and her teamhope that everyone who has supportedBrowns in the past will continue to supportthe new team and is hoping to involve evenmore people in helping to put a smile onchildren’s faces next Christmas. Sue can be contacted either on 01455

554455 or kelowna32@supanet.com ordonations can be taken directly to 32,Bitteswell Road in Lutterworth, LE17 4EY.That’s fantastic news and Trish & Helen

from The Lutterworth & District Journalwill continue to support the Appeal andwish Sue and the team every success forfuture fundraising!

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BITS ‘N’ BOBS Advertise your Bits'N' Bobs FREE of charge under £100! Writeyour name, address, telephone number & youritem details (max 20 words). Items over £100please send a cheque for £7.00, (chequespayable to The Lutterworth & District Journal)& post to: The Lutterworth & District Journal,19 Elmtree Road, Cosby, Leicester LE9 1SR.

FOR SALE:Norton Clipper block or brick cutter, electric, 30cmdiamond disc with water feed, on legs, cuts pavers,bricks tiles etc. Could deliver. £275. Tel: 0116 2865776Humax Freeview recorder. PVR 9150T. Twin tuner.Record and playback 100hours. Instruction manual.£30. Cosby. Tel: 0116 286 5776 Work boots new boxed ESKI rigger style with steeltoe cap and midsole, size 7, £10. M&S classic men’sovercoat, navy, double breasted, 100% wool, 42”chest. £20. Tel: 01455 283363Riding hats Charles Owen and Champion new in box& bags, £35 rrp £50. Hat silks assorted colours new£3.50. Tel: 0116 259 2983York 2950 cardiofit exercise bike, £50 ono. Tel:01455 209549Great Christmas presents: Cornilleau table tennisset (2 bats, 3 balls) brand new - still in packaging £12;Ladies boots (Ricosta, Riana, black, knee high,suede, size 5) vgc. £25. Tel: 01455 554578 / 07899726054Bush 10” portable DVD player, head phones, boxed,unwanted gift £80 ono. Binatone concept twin packtelephone with answer machine boxed, £15 ono.Falcon ladies Kensington silver cycle, large wheels,basket, new. £80 ono. Tel: 07546 403631Fisherprice Rainforest Jumperoo, with originalpackaging, boxed and immaculate as only used acouple of times. Ideal present, £45. Large solid pinemirror 41" x 29" with fixings, £10. Unisex ski jacketand sallopettes, brand new, age 9-10 black/teal,waterproof, £15. Childs underbed storage box withlid, £2. Star Tracker II telescope. Boxed andinstructions in its own soft carry case, unwanted gift.£10. Tel: 07768 218932Bundle of maternity clothes, size 18-20, jeans,leggings, jumper from MODA Mothercare, Next, M &SAutograph, The White Company, BHS, £5 the lot!BAKUGAN battle arena set, boxed, £3. Clarks girlsdark grey suede/leather winter boots, with silverbutterflies, size 7, exc.cond. £7. Baby GAP girls pinkthinsulate snow boots immaculate cond. size 6. £7.Next leopard print suede girls ankle boots, worntwice. size 7, £5. Next blue snow boots, fleece lined,size 8, exc. cond. £4. Black snow boots, size 1. £4.Baby girls snow suit 3-6 months, fleecy and verywarm, immaculate, £4. Tel: 07768 218932Boys navy winter jacket, fleecy lined, age 10 years,ex,c cond. £4. Disney Cars single duvet cover andpillow case exc. cond. £4. Dr Who single duvetcover and pillow case, exc. cond. £4. Marvel singleduvet cover and pillow case, exc cond. £4. Nurseryset, unisex, pastel colours, hardly used, black outcurtains 54” w x 53” d, cot bed quilt, cot bumper,ceiling lampshade, brand new 1 tog gro bag, fittedcotton cot sheet, all in storage bag, cost over £150 willaccept £30. Tel: 07768 218932Small hardwood coffee/lamp table ‘Indian Jali’, £15. Tel: 07801 563733

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Musical Theatre Club 2016SOUND OF MUSIC - Local Musical TheatreClub has 4 seats left for this production at theBirmingham Hippodrome on Saturday 28th Maymatinée performance, stall seats and coachtravel with local pick up points.

CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG the musicalbased on the film - Local Musical Theatre Clubhas 4 seats left for this production at theBirmingham Hippodrome on Saturday 10thSeptember, matinée performance, stall seatsand coach travel with local pick up points.

For further details on both shows phone 0116237 8531.

Come & Do Some Christmas Shoppingat St Peter’s Church Coffee Morning

Sat 12 Dec, 10-1.30pm Ashby Parva Village HallCoffee/tea & mince pies served from 10am-12noon,soup & bread lunch served from 12noon to 1.30pm.Lots of stalls including new gifts & toys, homemadecrafts & grand Christmas raffle. Admission free, all

proceeds to St Peter’s Church.

Blaby Society of Artists Meetings 7pm - 9pm on the 3rd Thursday of the month at Blaby Civic Centre, 22 - 24Leicester Road, Blaby, Leics. LE8 4GQ. New members (£25 annual subscription),

guests welcome to any meeting (non memberfee per meeting £5), the venue has

easy access for all. 17th December - Jo Allsopp

Pen & Wash Buildings or Animals21st January 2016 - Peter GadsbyArt Supplies from Gadsby Store

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