NOVEMBER 2012 Palgrave &District Community Council Registered Charity 269132

 FAMILY FIREWORKS

Palgrave   Community Centre 6.00pm for 6.30pm  

Sunday 4th November 

TOMBOLA

HOT REFRESHMENTS

NO CHARGE but there will be a bucket collection

Please DO NOT bring your own fireworks not even sparklers

EVENTS AND MEETINGS are at the COMMUNITY CENTRE unless otherwise stated

Every Monday Yoga 10.30am Enquiries to 01379 890995

Every Monday

Wing Chun Kung 8.00pm – 9.00pm

Wild Goose Qigong 7.00pm- 8.00pm Enquiries to 07961 033357

Every Monday Carpet Bowls 2.00pm

Progressive Cribbage 7.30pm

Alternate Tuesdays Every Wednesday

Friendship Club Extend ZUMBA 6.10pm -7.00pm

Enquiries to 01379 651926 Enquiries to 01379 643212 Enquires to 01603 462223

Cash Bingo is taking a Winter break. Eyes Down again in the Spring

WHAT’S ON: REGULAR ACT IVITIES IN OCTOBER

THE PALGRAVE STAR

The magazine of the Palgrave and District Community Centre Registered Charity 269132

Village Green Application

Readers of the Diss Express will be aware of an application made by Neil Weston to have the Community Centre and playing fields designated as a village green. In his application Mr Weston mentions all the activities that take place on the field, but fails to acknowledge that if the fields were not maintained by the Community Centre (at an approximate cost of £2000 per year) then few, if any, of these activities could take place. In Section 11 of the application, Mr Weston states, “We do not envisage them objecting to this registration”, “them” being the Palgrave & District Community Council. Given that Mr Weston is not a member of the Community Centre, we’re not sure what he can base this opinion on. Based on the Diss Express piece, and previous articles, it would appear that Mr Weston hopes this application can be used to get rid of the turbine. If the application is success-ful, the Community Centre would lose significant funding and there would be other impli-cations for the maintenance and upkeep of the field and buildings. The Community Cen-tre does not receive financial help from The Parish Council for the upkeep of the fields, following a funding block, which Mr Weston supported. Our understanding is that Village Green designation is usually used to stop houses being built on land that a village community has used regularly over the previous 20 years for sports and other activities. As long as the turbine is in the corner of the playing fields, planners would not allow any housing to be built within at least 100m. In time, the County Council will make the application available to the general public. The Community Centre will definitely be objecting to the application, which we believe is un-necessary to keep the fields as they are. When the opportunity arises we hope that you will add to our written objections Below are a few questions we would like everyone to consider and respond to when fur-ther details of the application become available: If the application is successful who will organise and pay for activities and mainte-

nance on the community centre playing fields? What activities are organised on the existing village green? Who pays to maintain the existing village green? What benefits are to be gained from the community centre and fields being desig-

nated as a village green? Who loses out if the community centre fields are not maintained or indeed if the

community centre is not there?

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CHRISTMAS VILLAGE MARKET & COFFEE MORNING

From 9.30 a.m. 24th November (one month to Christmas Eve!)

With turkey rolls and mince pies to enjoy as well as the op-portunity to do some Christmas shopping this is going to be a special event!

Space for stalls is filling up fast and, as well as some of the old favourites, we have some new stalls so plenty to look at and enjoy. AND as well as doing some Christmas present shopping you could purchase lovely fresh vegetables for your Sunday lunch, marmalade for your breakfast, chocolates for your loved one and Palgrave’s own apple juice will be there too.

Don’t miss this special event.

Palgrave History Group The next meeting of the History Group will be an open meeting on Friday, 30th No-vember, at 7.30 pm in the Centre: everyone is welcome The focus of this meeting will be pictures, so if you have any photographs of Pal-grave in days gone by, please bring them along with a view to lending them to the Group to illustrate the history of Palgrave.

01379 898048 mobile 07766337081 foulgerneil@aol.com

NEIL M FOULGER Carpenter & Joiner

All types of carpentry Roofs, Doors, Tiling

Fitted Kitchens / Bathrooms Free estimates

Community Centre Bar

Open

Fridays & the last Saturday of each month

8.00pm until 11.00pm

RM & HR Hall Gardening Services

Telephone (01379) 740812

Conscientious Local Gardener Reasonable rates

Available all year round

Lawn mowing, Borders, Pruning, Vegetable plots tendered,

Hedge Trimming and other garden maintenance

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Wortham Victorian Christmas Market

The Friends of Wortham Church are holding their annual Victorian Christmas Market on Friday 7th December between 4 and 7 pm. outside Wortham Post Office and Tea Shop. This year we plan to have more stalls with many under cover, with much better light-ing and parking facilities. Parking will now be on the same side of the Green making it safer for everyone. There will be the usual variety of fabulous Christmas stalls as well as hot dogs, raffle (which will include a Christmas hamper) gift baskets, tombola and cake stall. The Tea Shop will be open for teas and coffees and will also be serving mince pies and mulled wine, the donations from which will go to EACH. Entertainment will be from the singers of Discord, music from Jonnie Ling’s fairground organ and carols from the local primary school children. We will have a town crier, Fa-ther Christmas arriving on his decorated sleigh, Magic Marks children’s entertainment and much much more.

British Red Cross‐Across Suffolk‐Autumn/ Winter Update I never cease to be amazed by the generosity of the people of Suffolk as they reach into their pockets to help those less fortunate than themselves. This summer Red Cross week raised a tremendous £10,000 from collections across the county and a further £10,000 was raised by the Suffolk Open Gardens. This £20,000 will be spent on providing services for vulnerable people across Suffolk. One such service is the medical equipment loan service which has outlets across the county. Medical equipment loans are provided for up to three months and are free of charge, delivery is available in some areas for a small fee. You can borrow items such as wheelchairs, commodes, and walking aids. (The American paralympic team borrowed 20 shower stools for their wheelchair athletes during their recent stay at Lakenheath Air Base!) To find your nearest medical equipment loan outlet call 01284 727252, or for the Lowestoft area call 0845 054 7181. Coming up: we are providing expert volunteer first aid cover at Woodbridge Cross Country race and Remembrance Service and at Halesworth Dressage qualifier competition. To train as a first aider or join an event first aid group please contact 01284 767215. Your first aid skills could save a life in your local community. The success of our fundraising is down to the kindness and support of local people like you. We are currently planning our Open Garden programme for 2013 and are looking for more gorgeous gardens to open and delight the visiting public. If you know of a secret garden (or street, or whole village) that you think would be suitable, or like the idea of helping at an Open Garden near you (putting up signs, baking cakes, stewarding the gate etc) please let me know. A couple of hours of your time can make a real difference to people's lives. Thank you. Jane Dow Senior Community Fundraiser

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A TRIBUTE TO A Palgrave lady who has served on the PDCC committee for many years. Jean Thorndyke has told the committee that she wishes to resign at the forthcoming AGM; however, she still wishes to continue with her Star deliveries and selling raffle tickets and running games at events etc – and I guess she will con-tinue to compile her news of Palgrave scrap books which are proving to be a valuable record of Palgrave’s history. Jean – we thank you for all you have done – and are do-ing – for the Community Centre and for Palgrave as a whole - and we all send you our very best wishes

Annual General Meeting—Palgrave Community Centre

Wednesday 14th November at 7.30 pm

Annual Reports including Accounts will be presented, and a new Committee will be elected.

(Only paid-up members are eligible to vote)

THANK YOU—from Pat Simms, who held the MacMillan Tea Party on Thursday 27th September “The Community Centre hall was full of chattering, friendly people, all bent on raising funds for this deserving cause. THANK YOU to all those who helped in any way – I waited nearly a week before paying the money into the bank – and at the September Village Market on the 29th more donations were received. The total paid in this year was £446 – THANK YOU.”

Borderhoppa Outings Mon 5th Nov: Norwich - £12 Mon 12th Nov: Sudbury, followed by lunch (venue to be confirmed) - £16 (lunch extra) Mon 19th Nov: Ipswich - £12 Mon 26th Nov: Highway Garden Centre - £12 Mon 10th Dec: Borderhoppa Christmas lunch – (venue & price to be confirmed) To book a place on an outing, book a journey on our demand responsive service, or to hire one of omini buses, please call 01379 854800.

Mon 10th Dec: Borderhoppa Christmas lunch – (venue & price to be confirmed) To book a place on an outing, book a journey on our demand responsive service, or to hire one of oumini buses, please call 01379 854800.

Events at Redgrave and Lopham Fen near Bressingham November/December 2012

Thursday 1st November, 6.30pm – 8.30pm Night Safari Family evening Make a jam jar lantern and take it with you to explore the Fen for creatures of the night. Children £3.50, Adults £1.50 Booking essential 01379 688333 Saturday 3rd November, 10.30am - 12.30pm Guided Walk Volunteer-led seasonal walk to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Fen Adults £3, children £1 Meet at the Education Centre, no booking required Saturday 10th November, 10.30am – 12.30pm Wildlife Watch A club for 6 – 12yr olds, £1 Contact Mike Wraight 01379 644508 Saturday 17th November, 10am – 4pm Botanical illustration Join botanical artist, Christine Grey-Wilson on this relaxing and supportive day. Look at a range of illustration techniques with emphasis on botanical accuracy and seasonal plant species. £20, booking essential 01473 890089 Saturday 1st December, 10.30am - 12.30pm Guided Walk Volunteer-led seasonal walk to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Fen Adults £3, children £1 Meet at the Education Centre, no booking required Saturday 8th December, 10.30am – 12.30pm Wildlife Watch A club for 6 – 12yr olds, £1 Contact Mike Wraight 01379 644508 Saturday 15th December, 10am – 4pm Botanical illustration Join botanical artist, Christine Grey-Wilson on this relaxing and supportive day. Look at a range of illustration techniques with emphasis on botanical accuracy and seasonal plant species. £20, booking essential 01473 890089

DID YOU KNOW that it costs the Community Centre £2062.90 per year just to maintain the field and play area? And it costs almost as much to print The Palgrave Star!

PALGRAVE GARDENING AND SOCIAL GROUP

Simon White of Peter Beales gave a really professional and entertaining talk on roses on Monday 1 October. He showed beautiful slides of roses and his extensive knowledge of the subject was greatly appreciated by all the members and visitors. As an extra treat he brought along roses available to buy for only £5.00 each.

The next meeting is on Monday 5th November at 10.00 am for a prompt 10.30 am start. John Tate of Swallow Aquatics will be giving a talk, illustrated by slides, on ponds and wild life. Bearing in mind the restoration of the Palgrave Pond this is a very pertinent subject and should prove particularly interesting.

Anyone interested in the above or in membership of the group please contact Sheila True on 01379 643393.

Thought for the Month

I value my garden more for being full of blackbirds than of cherries, and very frankly give them fruit for their songs. Joseph Addison

TIP OF THE MONTH Raked-up leaves can be packed into plastic sacks. If the leaves are dry, water them then tie up the tops of the sacks. Spike the bags all over with a garden fork (the bacteria that break down the leaves need oxygen) and pile them out of sight behind a shed. In 2 years or so the leaves will have broken down into that most valued product – leaf mould. It can be used as a mulch (earthworms will incorporate it) or in your own potting com-posts. JAL

Christmas Fair Saturday 1st December

St. Mary's Church Hall Diss 9.30am to 12.30pm

In aid of the Friends of the Children of Chernobyl. Christmas cards, gifts, raffle, bric-a-brac, toys,

books, cakes and refreshments. Admission free

                      

DR DAN POULTER, YOUR LOCAL MP, REPORTS BACK   It has been a particularly busy few weeks for me, as I have been dividing my time be-tween settling into my new role as a Government Health Minister and carrying on my con-stituency work as usual as part of my busy schedule in Suffolk. I always enjoy coming back home to Suffolk to visit our local community groups, businesses and schools. Get-ting out and about gives me the chance to listen directly to peoples’ opinions and to hear about their concerns on issues ranging from the economy to local health and social care services. As a doctor, I am particularly aware of the health challenges that exist in Suffolk’s rural communities, such as how to meet both the human and financial costs of looking after our growing elderly population. Not only are people living longer – which is a good thing – but many of our older people are now living with multiple medical conditions such as cancer, heart disease and diabetes. This means that we will need to provide better care in the community and far greater integration between local health and social care services so that people can be better supported to maintain their independence in their own homes and communities. Vulnerable older people shouldn’t have to reach a crisis point before receiving the care and support they deserve, and I know that the Government is focussed on reforming our health and social care services so that they are more grounded in local communities and tailored to individual people’s needs. As your local MP, I always enjoy supporting local causes that are important to my con-stituents and one of the most satisfying parts of my job lies in helping to achieve lasting local successes that benefit all residents. It was recently announced that every house-hold, business premise and school in Suffolk, including those in our most rural areas, will be guaranteed high speed broadband by 2015, after BT was chosen as the preferred bid-der to start work on rolling out faster internet speeds. Along with my fellow Suffolk MPs, I worked hard to ensure that over £11.6 million of Government funding was secured for this vital infrastructure project. This will benefit local economic development by advantaging small businesses and farmers, while bringing enormous benefits to local health services and helping improve educational standards across Suffolk. I was recently delighted to start the 1st Eye Scout Group Duck Race at the Pennings Na-ture Reserve in Ludgate Causeway. The annual event has become a popular fixture among local residents and this year, 755 ducks lined up on the River Dove, as they made their way to the finish line. Various other activities were on offer, including traditional games and refreshments, and I was able to chat to residents of all ages before present-ing the prizes to the winning ducks. I also helped to judge the duck-drawing and duck-made-out-of-vegetable competitions. It is estimated that nearly £2,000 was raised on the day, with the proceeds going towards the 1st Eye Scout Group’s bid to move into a new home. I would like to thank Eye Town Mayor, Councillor Merlin Carr, for helping to organising such a successful event, and I very much look forward to attending again next year. For more information please visit www.drdanielpoulter.com

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ST PETER’S CHURCH, PALGRAVE GIFT DAY 2012 - SATURDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER

On behalf of our whole Ministry Team we would like to extend a very genuine thank you to all those who supported our recent Gift Day. The amazing sum of £1823.77 was raised. Without the continued support of the local commu-nity we would not be able to preserve our beautiful church for future genera-tions. As you are all aware our roof is in need of urgent repairs and thanks to your generosity and the recent hard work of various members of our congrega-tion, organising fund raising events and applying for grants on our behalf, we are now in a position to start this most important restoration. It is hoped that work will start on the roof in the spring. Our next major project will be a reordering of the North side of the church to facilitate the installation of toilet and kitchen facilities. These will be a great improvement and will enable the church to be used by the community for various events such as concerts and will make the church far more ‘user friendly’ for Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals, as well as providing addi-tional space for Palgrave School. Obviously all this takes time and money and there are several fundraising ideas in the pipeline, one of which has already come to fruition, ‘Palgrave Apple Juice’. This is now available and will be on sale at the Village Market and also from Kathryn Westerveld (01379 644007) and Beryl Dyer (01379 650382) at a cost of £2.50 per bottle. We are most grateful to the many peo-ple in the village who donated apples to this project. Revd. Michael Thompson Rector Revd. Ginny Manning Assistant Priest Beryl Dyer Church Warden Susan Hollowday Church Warden Bob Feast Treasurer

SOS If anyone has a large basket, suitable for a Christmas hamper, or a small basket, suitable for Christmas toiletries, please contact Margaret on 650639. The baskets are needed for the Christmas Village Market on Saturday, 24th November.

Mid-Suffolk North Neighbourhood Watch Newsletter

Crimes in Your Area—Palgrave Theft from the Person: at around 10.45 pm on 21/09/12, as a male was walking along Den-mark Hill, listening to music on headphones attached to his mobile phone, which was held in his hand, he was approached from behind by two males who snatched the item and ran off. If you have information about this incident, please contact the Police.

200 Club Winners August 1st Prize Number 35 Martin Dyer 2nd Prize Number 48 Sybil Watling 3rd Prize Number 95 William Ling September 1st Prize Number 31 Christine Kilgannon 2nd Prize Number 125 Michael Bannigan 3rd Prize Number 66 Michael Bannigan

Christmas Feast Friday 7th December at 7.30pm in the Centre

Bring your friends and family to enjoy hot Christmas Food (including

treats for vegetarians) and the smooth singing of Rough at the Edges

Tickets £6 (£5 for members) from Pat Simms - 01379 643629

Please book by 30th November.

Palgrave Gardening and Social Group The PGSG is pleased to notify readers that the bench was delivered and duly bolted to the concrete base that Danny Ward had organised to be completed a week or so ear-lier. which was most appreciated by the PGSG The bench was ordered from Genesis (Orwell Mencap) a company in Ipswich which hand makes hard wood furniture for home and garden in a fully equipped workshop The Company is a registered charity of Mencap and provides many services to people with learning difficulties. In April a few members visited the workshop and furniture showroom. They were most impressed with the work ethic and quality of the furniture and duly selected the Bran-don Bench in Iroka which is now located under a tree on the South side of the pond. Genesis strongly recommends that the Bench is not to be treated in any way and to let Nature 'do her job' The bench will eventually become a silvery colour and will ,in time blend with its surroundings. The PGSG wishes to thank Keith for his most generous contribution towards the pur-chasing of the bench, to Ken and Roger for installing it to the base -overseen by Ted Ling and Jan Hicks on behalf of the Parish Council. Thanks also to Jackie and Larry for coming to the rescue at the eleventh hour with their battery drill when two others 'died' on our 'workmen!' A good mornings work! S.E.T (Chair PGSG)

Friday night Talks at the Community Centre

The recent talk by Chris Bell, BBC Look East weatherman, showed that there is an interest for informal talks /presentations at the Centre.

If you have heard an interesting speaker at another venue or club that you attend , and you believe the individual concerned could bring in a reasonable crowd at the centre please contact any of the committee members.

Contact details and a likely cost of the speaker would help.

Parish Council News

At recent Parish Council meetings a range of topics have been discussed. District Councillor David Burn has informed us that the Brome and Oakley Re-cycling centre is open again. Footfall has been better than expected, but the facility must be supported if it is to stay open. The Parish Council is consulted on planning applications which are submitted within the Parish, and plans can be made available for interested parties to view. Members of the public are welcome to attend Parish Council meetings, and the Chairman will normally make time available for discussion with members of the public. If you have submitted a planning application yourself, or are a neighbour/interested party please check the Parish Council notice board at Forge Close, and the village web-site to see if the application is due to be dis-cussed. Some minor applications may not need to be referred to a full meet-ing. The work to clear and tidy around the pond has been completed and the bench has been installed. Over the next few months some planting of suitable 'natural' spe-cies will take place. The project has been a joint venture between the Parish Coun-cil and the Gardening Group, and many residents have helped towards fund raising - THANK YOU. One item which has been discussed frequently over the years is related to traffic - speed and volume - footpaths, and access near the school. Many of you re-sponded to Mike Bootman's request for observations/concerns and we are continu-ing to look at the problems and discuss them with the Police, Suffolk County Coun-cil Highways and bodies such as bus operators. We will keep you informed as dis-cussions continue . The date of the next Council meeting is Thursday 13th December at 7.30pm at the Community Centre.

ZUMBA IN PALGRAVE!

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba® pro-gramme is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie burning dance fitness-party that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health. And it is suitable for anyone! If you haven’t tried Zumba® yet, what are you waiting for? The Palgrave class is already very popular, but new faces are always welcome! You’ll find us at Palgrave Community Centre, on Wednesday evenings, 6:10-7:00pm. £4pp pay on arrival. I look forward to seeing you and your friends there Contact: Julia Bunbury on 07411339579 or e-mail juliahm@hotmail.co.uk

PALGRAVE WALKING GROUP Our group, which now regularly attracts over 20 walkers, meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month leaving Palgrave Community Centre at 9.45 a.m. Every-one is welcome to join our friendly group but it is regretted that dogs cannot be allowed on our walks. Additionally Palgrave Walking Group, or its walk leaders, cannot be held liable for any injury sustained whilst on any walk they organise. If you would like further details please contact Brian Beecroft. Telephone 01379 642208. November Walks Tuesday 13th November 2012 Chris Roberts will take us on a circular walk around the Brome and Oakley area. Start-ing at Oakley Church, the walk will be about 5 miles with no stiles. The route will take us mainly along hard surfaced country roads and tracks with a couple of potentially muddy crossfield footpaths. Afterwards we will visit a public house for refreshments. Tuesday 27th November 2012 The Crown Public House at Burston will be the starting point for a circular walk of around 4.5 miles to be lead by Ray Skellorn. There are no stiles on the route but there are some potentially muddy sections. After the walk we will retire to The Crown for drinks. If you wish to join us on either of these walks please be at Palgrave Commu-nity Centre car park ready to leave for the starting point at 9.45 a.m.

CURRY NIGHT Authentic home cooked food

Sat.17th November

7.00pm for 7.30pm

Bar Open ~ Raffle Cost £10.00 ~ £8.00 members

includes a dessert

Phone Pat on 643629 to book your place

Registered Charity No 269132

Palgrave Community Centre

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Lesley is available for Waxing & Nails and now offers Gellux nails (like a manicure but instant dry with no chipping and lasts for up

to 2 weeks)

Tigi & Kms products sold

Sarah welcomes Tracey (formally from The Texture Cutting Room in Diss) to

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Park Flowers

Flowers for ALL occasions

Park Road Diss IP22 4AS tel 01379 644171

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Ironing Services

- Regular weekly cleans - Ironing – collected and delivered - Changing Bedding (washing/Ironing if req’d) - General cleaning, bathrooms, toilets etc - Operating in Diss & surrounding villages T: 01379 640688 07796 528697 E: jane.louise@btconnect.com

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Traditional Mole Control for Large Gardens, Farms & Equestrian Properties

01379 890333 mob. 07801 297152 Estate Management Services

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SEWING & ALTERATIONS CURTAIN MAKING

Contact Margaret (Diss)

01379 650370

01379 788904 0780948210

TOM'S HEATING SERVICES

Oil Boiler Installation, Servicing ,Breakdowns Heating System Upgrades

General Plumbing & Bathroom Installations

Free quotations Emergency Callouts

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Free to PDCC members & residents of Palgrave otherwise £2.00 per advert.

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Traditional Chinese

Acupuncture Restores Your Health

Deborah Ellis LicAc M.B.Ac.C

25 years experience

01379 651553 The Paddocks, The Green, Palgrave

 

Telephone: 01379‐871875  Mobile: 07734532377 

BOOKING RATES FOR THE PALGRAVE COMMUNITY CENTRE

MONDAY- THURSDAY £10.00 PER HOUR FRIDAY- SUNDAY £12.00 PER HOUR

Bar service is available for functions at £30.00 for four hours.

A deposit of 50% is payable at the time of booking

Please contact the booking-secretary for further details.

Pauline Garrod 07554945682

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

1 Bingo

2 Humour & Har-mony

3 4 Fireworks

5 Yoga Bowls Qigong Crib

6 7 Extend School PE Zumba

8 Quilters

9 School PE EACH pudding night

10 11

12 Yoga Bowls Qigong Crib

13 Friendship Club

14 Extend School PE Zumba PDCC AGM

15 Elections

16 School PE

17 Curry Night

18

19 Yoga Bowls Qigong Crib

20 21 Extend School PE Zumba PDCC Exec

22 23 School PE

24 Village Market 9.30 - 1.00

25

26 Yoga Bowls Qigong Crib

27 Lunch Club Friendship Club

28 Extend School PE Zumba

29 30 School PE

The Palgrave Calendar - November 2012

BOOKING RATES FOR PALGRAVE COMMUNITY CENTRE

MONDAY – THURSDAY £10.00 PER HOUR FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY £12.00 PER HOUR

Bar Service for functions £30.00 for 4 hours

Deposit of 50% with booking

PALGRAVE PARISH WEBSITE – webmaster Dave Whitehouse, Hyland House, Lion Road, Palgrave.

CLUB BAR OPEN Friday 8pm – 11pm Last Saturday of the month 8pm – 11pm Bar Manager: Pauline Garrod 07554945682 PDCC Chairman: John Kilgannon Vice Chairman: Mike Dyer Secretary Pat Simms (01379)643629) Treasurer Heather Goddard Membership Secretary Helen Thorburn (01379 651749) Bookings Secretary Pauline Garrod (07554945682) Committee Members: Eric Barlow, Pauline Garrod, Heather Goddard, Ted Ling, Jean Potter, Pat Simms, Tony Scott- Robinson, Sally Scott-Robinson, Alan Spoors, Margaret Spoors, Helen Thorburn, Jean Thorndyke. Applications for membership are always welcome. Application forms are available from Committee members, and at the Community Centre.

If you would like to advertise in The Palgrave Star, or have material for publi-cation, please contact Helen Thorburn at palgravestar@hotmail.co.uk., or by ‘phone on 01379 651749. Please include your name and telephone num-ber. Material will be included at the editor’s discretion.

The deadline for the December edition is Tuesday, 20th November

Services at St Peter’s, Palgrave November 2012 

Sunday 4 November – All Saints Sunday Readings: Wisdom 3.1-9 or Isaiah 25.6-9; Revelation 21.1-6a; John 11.32-44; Psalm 24.1-6

8.00 am Holy Communion

10.00 am Sunday Club followed by

10.45 am Coffee and Cookies followed by a short Family Service

Monday 5 November – All Souls’ translated

7.30 pm All Souls

Sunday 11 November - Remembrance Readings: Set readings for Remembrance. Communion: Jonah 3.1-5,10; Hebrews 9.24-28; Mark 1.14-20; Psalms 46

10.45 am Service of Remembrance

Monday 12 November

5.00 pm Evening Prayer – Common Worship Order 1

Sunday 18 November - 2nd Sunday before Advent Readings: Daniel 12.1-3; Hebrews 10.11-14(15-18)19-25; Mark 13.1-8; Psalm 16

11.00 am Family Service

6.30 pm Healing Service

Monday 19 November

5.00 pm Evening Prayer – Common Worship Order 1

Sunday 25 November – Christ the King Readings: Daniel 7.9-10,13-14; Revelation 1.4b-8; John 18.33-37; Psalm 93

11.00 am Morning Prayer

Monday 26 November

5.00 pm Evening Prayer – Common Worship Order 1

Sunday 2 December – Advent Sunday Readings: Jeremiah 33.14-16; 1 Thessalonians 3.9-13; Luke 21.25-36; Psalm 25.1-9

8.00 am Holy Communion

10.00 am Sunday Club followed by

10.45 am Coffee and Cookies followed by a short Family Service

Monday 3 December

5.00 pm Evening Prayer – Common Worship Order 1

St Peter’s is normally open during daylight hours for private prayer and meditation, please do use this resource which is for the whole community. 

ALL ARE WELCOME   

Midweek Communion in the Chancel at St Mary the Virgin, Wortham

Wednesday 7th November at 9 30 am Holy Communion BCP

STOP PRESS

General knowledge and

Music Fun Quiz

Friday 23rd November.

Teams of up to 4 people. £2 per person.

8PM start with Bar in the main hall.

A welcome return of the Palgrave

Fun Quiz with a mixture of facts

and trivia to test your knowledge.

Questions set by Mike Webb, with