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Canon Jonathan LLoyd ll. $9; ‘ 6%“ The Vicar :5’ 3% 23 High Street 5', E E Bridge A A CT4 5JZ \ canonionathanIIovd@CimaiI.com Tel: 01227 830250 LIUGI II ICIIUD, The seasons of the Church enable us to have a holy rhythm throughout the year, and invite us to engage deeply with the person and life of Jesus and deepen ourjourney of faith. The Christmas season ends at Candlemass on 2 February when we remember the Presentation of Christ in The Temple. We then turn forwards from the wooden crib to the wooden cross, from the Nativity to the Passion, and onwards through Holy Week to the Resurrection. The season of Lent starts on Ash Wednesday, 18 February, with our Benefice Service at St Peter's Bridge at 7.00pm. Lent is an opportunity for quiet self-reflection, reading and study, giving and service, and journeying with Jesus through the forty days in the wilderness. Our lives are so full and busy. Lent invites us to slow down a bit, or even stop for a while. Traditionally people think of something to ‘give up‘ for Lent. Chocolate or alcohol are the favourites. This is good to do, and makes the Easter eggs and Easter lunch taste even better! I know someone who gave up tonic with their gin for Lent. That misses the point I think! I prefer to see Lent as a time fortaking something up, rather than giving up. Doing something new. Finding time in our busy lives, that helps God connect in new ways with us. Putting more time aside for reading, studying, praying, service in the community and engaging with God's world. I invite you to use this wonderful opportunity of Lent. I am keen to know more about people's working lives here in these communities, and during Lent I will be spending time visiting people in their places of work. After all, God is in the world, notjustthe Church! Please invite me. I warmly invite you to take part in one of our four Lent Study Groups entitled ‘Food for the Journey’. I am grateful to Bev, Andrea, Pat and Margaret for leading them. We have arranged the Lent Groups both in the daytime and evenings, so if you miss one week you can go to another. There are six sessions using the same material, leading right up to Palm Sunday. See page 14 for details of 'Food for the Journey’. If you have never been to a Lent Group before, do try it! People from other denominations are also warmly welcome, as well as those who are not 'regulars'. Thank you to Jean and Alan Barber who are again hosting the Thursday Lent Lunches in support of Christian Aid, at their home at 1 Riverside Mews in Bridge at 12.00noon-1.30pm starting on 19 February. Grace and peace for a Holy Lent, Jonathan PS For Holy Week and Easter we will be joined by Bishop Richard Llewellin, a wonderful person. See page 15 for the Holy Week and Easter services. Do bring along family friends, and houseguests. February 03/02 05/02 09/02 19.30 10/02 Coun 11/02 09.30 19.30 09.30 10.00 White Hall, Lower Hardres Hall 15/02 Kinsey at St Peter’s Church, Bekesbourne 17/02 18/02 Peter’s Church, Bridge 21/02 Barn, Kingston 23/02 24/02 25/02 Bridge School Forthcoming Events 10th/11th October 09.30 14.00 19.30 09.30 Dates For Your Diary Holy Communion at St Peters, Bridge 15.00 Holy Communion at Bridge Haven 20.00 After 8’s at 7 Vlfindmill Close Health and Healing at 7 Vlfindmill Close Caring and Sharing Holy Communion at St Peters, Bridge 14.30 Holy Communion at Mansfield FISH pop in at Bridge Village Hall 14.00 Social afternoon at John Baker Christening of Rose Georgia Sharp Holy Communion at St Peters, Bridge 15.00 Holy Communion at Saxon Lodge 20.00 After 8’s at 7 Vlfindmill Close Hymns at Bridge Haven 19.00 Ash Wednesday service at St Marriage Preparation Day at The Caring and Sharing Holy Communion at St Peters, Bridge 14.30 Holy Communion at Highfield School Governors meeting at Art in Bridge Jonathan the Vicar is $2/ailable every day apart from Fridays. Christmas News Although it seems a long time ago we should like to take this opportunity to say a BIG THANK YOU to all who helped at the Christmas Workshop ,the Crib Service ,especially the children who were fantastic and their families for the huge amount ofgifts to the Food Bank ,and ALL the services. Sincere thanks. Brenda, Catherine and Margaret . Canon John and Muriel Packer The family of John and Muriel would like to wish everyone in Bridge a happy and blessed 2015. Happy memories. Women’s World Day of Prayer St. Peter's Bridge Friday 6th March at 11.00am All welcome RESIDENTS OF PATRIXBOURNE (AND BEKESBOURNE AND BRIDGE AS WELL) Did you know that the Mobile Library visits Patrixbourne on alternate Tuesdays? It parks in St Mary's Road from 9.25 to 9.55 and stocks a wide range of books - fiction and non-fiction, large print, children's books... lfthey haven't immediately got what you want, it is easy to order for next time. Sadly, only a very few people are currently making use ofthis service and it would be a real shame if we lost it in Library reorganisation when it could be a lifeline for those who cannot easily get further afield. Now you know it is there, why not give it a try? its next visit should be on 3rd Feb (or 17th if your delivery was delayed). Food for the journey... The Bridge Group of Churches invites you to take part in one of the local 2015 Lent Groups. We are invited in John 21 to take food with the risen Lord. He will accompany us through Lent, offering us rich fare to nourish the minds and hearts of our Christian communities. All are warmly invited. Choose the one that suits your week. 0 Monday mornings 10.30am-12.00noon led by Andrea Nicholson at Riverside Cottage, Patrixbourne. Tel 01227-830947 Starting on 23 Feb. 0 Tuesday evenings 7.30-9.00pm led by Margaret Clarke at Mansfield Court, Riverside Close, Bridge. Tel 01227-765598 Starting on 24 Feb. 0 Wednesday evenings 7.30—9.00pm led by Bev Latham at 8 Conynham Lane, Bridge Tel 01227-830365 Starting on 25 Feb. 0 Thursday afternoons 2.30-4.00pm led by Pat Kusel at Rosary House, Aerodrome Rd., Bekesbourne. Tel 01227-830272 Starting on 19 Feb. Each group will be using the same material, so if you can't get to your group one week, you can choose one of the others. No need to RSVP, just turn up! Plus the Lent Lunch in aid of Christian Aid on Thursdays 12.00noon—1.30pm at Jean and Alan Barber's, 1 Riverside Mews, Bridge. Tel 01227-831956 Holy Week and Easter 2015 All are warmly to... 0 Palm Sunday 29 March at 10.45am Benefice Service at St Peter's Church Bridge, gathering in the churchyard at 10.45am for the Palm Sunday Procession, then dramatic reading of the Passion Gospel, and Palm Sunday Eucharist. (ifraining, we meet inside) Led by Canon Jonathan and Bishop Richard Llewellin. (bring branches from your garden) Followed by coffee together. 0 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday in Holy Week at 7.30pm (30, 31 March, 1 April) Three Holy Week Lectures by Archbishop Justin at Canterbury Cathedral, followed by a choral reflection. Ending at approx. 8.30pm 0 Maundy Thursday 2 April at 11.00am Maundy Thursday Eucharist, Blessing ofThe Oils and Renewal of Ordination Vows, at Canterbury Cathedral. 7.30pm Benefice Service: Reception of The Oils, Commemoration of The Last Supper, Stripping of The Sanctuary and The Watch, at St Peter’s Church Bridge. Preacher: Bishop Richard Llewellin. 0 Good Friday 3 April 9.30am-12.DGnoon Children's Easter Workshop at John Baker White Hall, Lower Hardres. 2.00pm-3.00pm Benefice Service: An Hour at The Cross at St Peter’s Church Bridge. Reflection led by Bishop Richard Llewellin. Followed by hot cross buns and coffee. 0 Easter Day 5 April 6.00am The Easter Vigil and Dawn Service at St Peter Bridge, followed by breakfast 8.00am Easter Eucharist (BCP) at St Mary Nackington 9.30am Easter Family Eucharist at St Peter Bekesbourne 9.30am Easter Eucharist at St Mary Patrixbourne 11.00am Easter Family Eucharist at St Mary Lower Hardres {followed by egg hunt) 11.00am Easter Eucharist at St Peter Bridge , with Bishop Richard - Easter Monday 6 April Walking Pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral, leaving from Patrixbourne Church at 10.30am. Please park at Patrixbourne Recreation Ground {not on road by church). xj _ All young people, adults and children welcome! ' '/’’('71}'4)’ZL.;:i';;;')rvr»./ CHRISTIAN AID D LENT LUNCHES our annual soup Iuncnes will take place in Bridge again during Lent. They will be on the 6 Thursdays of Lent — February 19th, 26th, March 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th between 12.0 and 1.30pm. at 1 Riverside Mews. They are very informal and everyone in the community is welcome, not just church members. All donations will go to Christian Aid. Please ring 831956 the day before to book. Alan & Jean Barber. Fish Scheme (Neighbourly Help) News Tel no:-07935 966 080 The February Coffee Pop-In will be on Wednesday 11th in Bridge Village Hall from 10 to 11.15. Everybody is most welcome. If you could help with driving people to the hospitals and health centres — even if very occasionally — do please contact the scheme at the number above. Thank you Littlebourne & District Royal British Legion A Happy New Year to all our members! We hope that we will gain some new Branch members in 2015. Anyone interested in joining the Branch can contact us via the secretary on 01227 472023. Our next two meetings will be on Tuesdays, 10th February and 10th March both at the Recreation Club, Littlebourne at 8pm. Poppy Appeal 2014 The outstanding amount of £3353.27 was raised by all those in support of the Poppy Appeal in the parishes of Bridge, Patrixbourne, Bekesbourne and Bishopsbourne, this year. Thank you all so much for your generosity which has led to the Autumn ever! Particular thanks to Bridge & Patrixbourne Primary School who contributed an unexpected and impressive amount from the Bonfire Night takings. This boosted the total overall enormously. An award for 20 years of loyal service of collecting for the poppy appeal was given to Mr Ted Wetherall. It is his last year as a collector and we will miss him. Other awards were given to Mrs Ann Edmunds and Mr David Latham for 10 years’ service and Mr Chris Cotta for 5 year service to the Poppy Appeal. Special mention to Mrs Lousie Tasou for her enthusiastic support and for stepping in to collect in areas where we still seek replacement collectors. We are seeking new collectors for 2015. Please email John at iohn.shirley@iohnshirleyltd.co.uk or ring 07808734842. Update on the Ebola crisis in Sierra Leone. V\fith more than 9,000 cases and nearly 3,000 deaths since the start of the outbreak, Ebola is fast becoming a humanitarian tragedy, notjust a medical issue. ‘The medical response to the Ebola crisis will only work if we respond holistically to all elements ofthe outbreak,’ says Jeanne Kamara, Christian Aid’s Country Manager for Sierra Leone. ‘Quarantine is vital as part of the health response to prevent Ebola transmission. But ineffective quarantine undermines people's basic human rights. Vlfithout access to food, people risk starvation. There are reports of people in quarantined homes going without food for weeks and tensions and violence within angry, hungry communities. People are being driven to break out of their houses and go in search of food’. In Sierra Leone healthcare services are at breaking point and poor messaging is widespread. Community and faith-based leaders therefore play a vital role. They are best placed to identify ways to stop the virus spreading in their communities, providing clear and accurate messaging that will help prevent the spread of Ebola. Vlfith most public gatherings banned across the affected countries, places of worship are one of the few locations where people can receive vital information about the Ebola outbreak. So far Christian Aid partners have also reached 1.2 million people through vital life-saving radio messages to educate communities on the symptoms of Ebola. V\fith the donations it has received Christian Aid has distributed emergency food and hygiene kits to vulnerable households in two of the worst-affected districts and continues to work with partners to prevent the spread of Ebola. It is providing a vital and varied response that can tackle the complex issues involved by scaling up its plans to train religious leaders to provide psychosocial support to those affected by Ebola, helping vulnerable children without parents and running programmes to tackle stigma toward Ebola survivors. Donations made to Christian Aid’s Christmas appeal between 07/11/14 and 06/02/15 will be matched up to £5 million by the UK Government. From providing maternal healthcare in Kenya to ensuring poor communities receive the vital services we take for granted, your gift will help fund Christian Aid’s work to eradicate poverty. Donate at www.christianaid.orci.uk or send donations to PO Box 100, London, SE1 7RT The Friends of Bekesbourne Church Invite You To Bekesbourne Village Hall SATURDAY, 14”‘ March, 2015 Start promptly at 7.30pm Don't miss this opportunity to test your knowledge with your friends It will be great fun ~ bring your own drinks and ‘nibbles’ Tables from 6 to 8 team members can be booked by calling Graham Duplock on 01227 830271 or Vicki Woolnough on 01227 379126 Entry price per person: £4.00 at the door NAILBOURNE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY -0‘ I Tips on xibiting a talk by Peter Aplin Judge & Member of the National Vegetable Society Tuesday 3 March 7.30 pm Bridge Village Hall All welcome Refreshments available Bridge & District History Society The next meeting will be on Thursday 19th February at 7.30pm in Bridge Village Hall. Imogen Corrigan will speak about the Black Death and its aftermath. Members £4.00, non members £5.00. For further details please contact David Gilmour 01227 832450 BRIDGE FARMERS’ MARKET Saturday 14 February 2015 Saturday 28 February 2015 9-12 noon Bridge Village Hall £20 GIFT VOUCHER FOR ONE LUCKY SHOPPER AT EVERY MARKET Local produce at competitive prices Nailbourne Horticultural Society Following on from our AGM at the end ofJanuary, we continue our 2015 programme with a talk to give us tips and pointers on exhibiting by Peter Aplin, a qualified judge and member of the National Vegetable Society. We hope that this will encourage more of you to exhibit at our Shows. The talk will be held on Tuesday 3 March at 7.30 pm in Bridge Village Hall and everyone is, of course, most welcome to come along. Bridge with Patrixbourne Women's Institute On Tuesday 17 February at our usual time of 7.30 pm in Bridge Village Hall, Sally Stonier will be giving us a talk on "Raw Foods", with tastings as well! As a WI, we are always delighted to welcome visitors. So, if you are interested in finding out more about your local WI or are just interested in this event, then please do come along on the 17th. You will be made most welcome. Bridge Allotments If anyone is interested in taking on an allotment, the waiting list is now open again. Please contact Tony Walder on 830057 Spring Working Party Bridge Recreation Ground This will take place on Saturday 21st March from 9 30 am. Please bring warm clothes and your own gardening tools. Refreshments will be provided in the newly refurbished pavilion. Everyone is welcome. Sue Hodges Trees for WinterlSpring Planting If you have room in your garden or field for a single young tree—or even for enough to create a copse or hedge, please ring 01227 831810. There's an Ash or two, Yew, Hazelnut, Hawthorn, Field Maple and maybe more. All about 2-3 feet in height with a few a bit taller. A small donation to Parish funds would be welcome in exchange for a tree. Thank you to those who responded to my Autumn notice. Come again! Ann Shirley 35-“ho Stride ,3?’ A cycle, ramble or dog walk from Canterbury to Chartham and back Pilgrims Hospices Rainbow Ride and Stride Back by popular demand, the Rainbow Ride and Stride will be taking place forthe 2nd year running! Join us for a springtime cycle ride, dog walk or ramble along the scenic Great Stour Way from the Pilgrims Hospice in Canterbury to Chartham village hall and back. The route is a total of 8 miles long, however people are encouraged to take part in as little or as much as they would like! Decorate yourself, your dog, your bike, scooter or pushchair in your brightest rainbow colours- with prizes being given for the best fancy dress. Refreshments and cake will be served at Chartham, and don‘t forget to put your hand print on the wall to show you’ve finished! This is an event for everyone; families, friends, children and dogs. We want to see everybody there in every colour of the rainbow; red and yellow and pink and green, purple and orange and blue! For further details see www.bi|drimshosbices.ora Event details: Sunday 22nd March 2015- 10.30am £5 in advance, £7 on the day Contact: rosie.be||@pilgrimshospices.org 01227 812621 Elham Valley Twinning Association (EVTA) The Elham Valley Twinning Association (EVTA) has members from all the villages in the Elham Valley from Bridge to Lyminge (and even out to Herne Bay, Hawkinge and Folkestone), so if you are interested in making friends in France orjust enjoying social events with others throughout the valley, why notjoin? Our French twins live in a group of villages in the famous wine-growing region of Beaujolais, north of Lyons, and the annual weekend visits alternate between the two countries. We visited Beaujolais last September and the French will be over here this coming September. It is certainly not necessary to be able to speak French to enjoy these exchanges, and indeed some ofthe most successful encounters have been conducted exclusively in sign language and “franglais”, often hilariously! Between visits, we have an active programme of social events, ranging from film and quiz evenings, treasure hunts and more recently to a particularly funny Murder Mystery evening modelled on ‘Allo ‘Allo, complete with wacky costumes and dodgy accents! So if any ofthis appeals to you, why not give it a try? To find out more, visit our website, www.evta.org.uk, or contact the membership secretary, Pauline Davis (01303 840367). Membership costs only £10 forthe full year Geoff Macdonald S.S.A.F.A. (Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen Families Association) A big ‘thank you’ to everyone who supported the Cold Stream Guards concert at the University in October. It was a wonderful evening of music and entertainment enjoyed by all. ‘Thank you’ also to people who kindly donated to the charity, all your help is much appreciated by S.S.A.F.A. Barbara Beinder Bridge Parish Council wvvw.bridgevillage.org.uk Notes from Bridge Parish Council meeting 11th December 2014_ Recreation Ground; The mole problem on the football field was being dealt with by the contractor. Work on refurbishing the pavilion was continuing and the garage had been cleared out. It was agreed to replace the locks on the pavilion once the refurbishment had been completed, as there were no accurate key holder records. Cllr Sue Hodges commented that the tennis club had been sweeping leaves from the tennis court onto the children’s wild flower area. Cllr Hodges would raise this matter with the club. A problem was reported in the willow tree by the recreation ground gate. Telephone wires were becoming entangled in the branches and this was affecting residents’ telephones. The Clerk would find out who was responsible for the trees maintenance. Neicihbourhood Plan Cllr Hodges reported that the closing date for responses from residents to the draft Plan was Monday 15"‘. December. The response date for businesses and landowners was later. Some initial analysis on the replies had been started. Nailbourne — Cllr Alan Atkinson had circulated a report. Ground water levels were rising rapidly. The prediction was still ‘Flow not Flood’ but heavy rain before April could result in the flood defences being deployed. The City Council was running a test of defences later this month. Ted Edwards would be leaving the City Council in March. Councillors agreed that he had worked hard for Bridge. Community First Responders SECAMB had been put in touch with two potential volunteers. Publicity material was being updated by CFR and would be provided for the village as soon as it was available. Bus shelter.- A complaint had been made that when it rained the Post Office bus shelter seat became wet. After discussion it was decided to take no action. It was thought that fitting a back to the shelter would make the narrow bench unusable._ Parish Newsletter- It was agreed to produce a Parish Newsletter in February. Items were suggested and Cllr John Corfield asked contributors to let him have their drafts as early as possible._ Section 137 Pavment — The Section 137 first payment of £6,500 to Canterbury City Council towards flood alleviation schemes in the village was approved. The balance of £3,500 would be paid in the next Financial Year. Christmas trees — Cllr John Hill thanked all those who had helped with the erection of Christmas trees this year and in particular Mark Esdale who had spent so much time and effort in making the display possible again. Retirement of Charlie Gooch. Agent for Cantlev Estates- It was agreed to send a letter of thanks to Charlie Gooch on his retirement. Bridge Parish Council www.bridgevillage.org.uk Notes from Bridge Parish Council meeting 8th January 2015 _ Recreation Ground: Cllr Brigitte Ward noted the increase in litter over the holiday period, which she had cleared. Rubbish had been cleared from the Nailbourne to some extent when the banks were strimmed. It was agreed to arrange a meeting between the Tree Warden, a member of the Tennis Club and the tree surgeon to discuss tree work on the large trees by the tennis coun. Cllr Robert Moon circulated a plan of the former sandbag store, drawn up by Mark Esdale, which showed how tools and equipment could be stored. It was agreed to keep approx. 24 sandbags in the store for use in Riverside Close, in addition to the other storage boxes to be deployed round the village. New lighting was required. It was agreed that Cllr Moon would get costs for the installation of brackets and shelving etc. Nailbourne; Cllr Alan Atkinson reported that weekly reports were now being produced on the state of the Nailbourne. The river was rising and the ground water levels were higherthan at the same time last year. Unless there were 30 mlns rain once or twice a week flooding was unlikely. An amber flood warning was likely to be issued within the next fortnight and springs may emerge. No sewage was currently being pumped into the river but this could change. It was likely that Bridge Church would again be used as the local centre for the Elham valley should an emergency situation develop. Tennis Club Access to Recreation Ground in times of Flood: A proposal from the tennis club that a specially fenced walk way should be constructed to allow members of the club to access the tennis courts when the recreation ground was closed to the public for safety reasons was unanimously rejected by the Council. Neighbourhood Plan: The Clerk as Treasurer of the Neighbourhood Plan Committee had managed to get the Dept of Communities & Local Government to agree that the Committee could re-apply for additional funding after April. The deadline for comments on the draft Plan from businesses and organisations had been 5th January. Police presence in Bridge: Posters advertising the PCSO surgeries were on the notice boards and it was agreed that they should also be advertised on the website. This was a police issue and it was up to them to find a solution if members of the public did not attend the surgeries in the format they had arranged._ Bridge Village Sports Trust: Cllr Terry V\fi|mshurst presented a report on the refurbishment of the pavilion, which was progressing well. An application for funding under the CCC’s Small Grants Scheme would be submitted. It was hoped that arrangements for the hire of the pavilion would soon be in place and that this would produce an income stream that could be used for further improvements. Kent Highwavs Survev Response: Councillors agreed that problems over lighting, pot holes, road surfaces, pavements, drainage and congestion would be included in the response to the Highways Consu|tation._ Christmas Trees' Cllr Sue Hodges thanked all the volunteers who had helped to put up and take down the Christmas trees. The trees had made a splendid display and had been commented on by many people. The next meeting of Bridge Parish Council will be on Thursday 12th.February at 7.30pm in Bridge Village Hall. The Planning Committee will meet prior to the Council Meeting at 7.15pm. All Bridge residents are welcome to attend these meetings._ PIANO LESSONS FOR ADULTS Have you always wanted to learn to play the piano but have lacked the opportunity, or faith in your own ability? Did you learn as a child and now regret having given it up? I specialize in teaching adults and have developed a method which will enable you to progress quickly and with great enjoyment. My rates are reasonable and negotiable according to your means. Please contact: Lise Cribbin, Bridge 637 709 R MOON MAINTENANCE All Jobs Considered. From Building Flat Packs To Fencing Most Property Maintenance Covered For a Free Quotation Call 01227 830898/07874637749 Or Email rmoonmaintenance@gmai|.com Va|entine’s Day Spoil the one you love this year Traditional red roses Beautiful fresh flower bouquets Lasting dried flowers Gift vouchers Free local delivery info@essentiallyhops.co.uk chalkpit farm, bekesbourne CT4 SEU essentia||yhops.co.uk 01227830666 62%/z;.m flmé F O U N D A T I D N Saturday 7 "‘ February: Live Jazz, Bar from 7.30pm “The Beautiful & The Damned” adapted from F. Scott Fitzgerald. Cabaret Style 8pm Tickets £12.50 Conc.s £10 Sunday 15"‘ Feb: Snowdrop Wood open 11am-2pm + coffee/tea & biscuits by the fire Donations to the church of St. Mary The Virgin Bishopsbourne Sunday 22"“ Feb: “The Elham Valley” talk by Martin Newcombe Flora, fauna, tales, folklore & history + full traditional tea in the Ballroom from 3.30pm £17.50 01227 831355 info@charlt0n-park.org wwW.charlton-park.org New 'Earlybirds' Yoga at Charlton Park A new early morning Yoga class is planned, commencing 24th February (after half- term). It will be on Tuesday mornings, from 7.45 - 8.45 a.m. in the beautiful setting of the Ballroom at Charlton Park, and will be led by experienced local yoga teacher Sue Hodgkins. Yoga is an integrated system promoting physical and mental wellbeing, practised in a non-competitive and mindful way. Each class will end with relaxation, leaving you soothed but not sleepy. It's worth setting the alarm for! 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On Mothering Sunday, 15 March, children and families are especially welcome and posies of flowers will be distributed. On Palm Sunday, 29 March, please bring palms and branches for the procession. This service at St Peter's Bridge starts at the earlier time of 10.45am to give time to gather outside in the churchyard for the first part of the service (weather permitting). Please sit inside the church if you have walking difficulties. On Palm Sunday we welcome Bishop Richard Llewellin, who will also be with us on Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Day at St Peter’s Bridge. Canon Jonathan LLoyd ,. $9; 6%“ The Vicar :5’ ‘ 2% 23 High Street 57, § Bridge A A CT4 5JZ P uL\\ r canonionathanllovd@Clmail.com ,5 \ Tel: 01227 830250 LJUCII IIICIIUD, Proverbs 29:18 tells us that ‘without vision, the people perish.’ Archbishop Desmond Tutu once said that he could not understand which bible people were quoting from when they told him that ‘religion and politics do not mix.’ As the church, it is not our role to be party political, but it is our responsibility to care about politics. To be involved and engaged in the world, which we believe is God's and not ours. Some politicians think the Church should stick with cups of tea, doing good, and comforting people. But Jesus was someone who challenged and often made people feel uncomfortable, in orderto promote different values. Jesus worked for, and showed his followers, kingdom values. Vlfith both local and national elections in May, the different denominations of the Church have got together nationally to offer a 2020 Vision of The Good Society. Recognising that our society is facing some fundamental challenges - rising levels of poverty and inequality, declining social mobility, squeezes on both personal and government budgets, and the prospect of climate crisis. None of this is new, but whoever forms the next government has a tough job and key decisions ahead. These will ultimately shape the type of society that we become. The Churches 2020 Vision of The Good Society is made up of five parts dignity and secure livelihoods for all enough homes for all to flourish fulfilled lives for children and young people a moral economy in the service of all a global climate deal that works for us all I invite you to pray for all our politicians, nationally and locally. I encourage you to ask all those who seek to represent us, bold and searching questions. A good society is a place where we don't just care about the present but learn from the past and prepare a better place for future generations. I express our community’s sincere thanks to our retiring Bridge Parish Councillors who have given many years of dedicated service to the Bridge community: Councillors John Hill, Terry Vlfilmshurst, John Corfield, Ann Edmonds, Brigitte Ward and Parish Clerk Christabel Seath. Thank you all. Grace and peace, Jonathan Food for the journey... The Bridge Group of Churches invites you to take part in one of the local 2015 Lent Groups. We are invited in John 21 to take food with the risen Lord. He will accompany us through Lent, offering us rich fare to nourish the minds and hearts of our Christian communities. All are warmly invited. Choose the one that suits your week. 0 Monday mornings 10.30am-12.00noon led by Andrea Nicholson at Riverside Cottage, Patrixbourne. Tel 01227-830947 Starting on 23 Feb. 0 Tuesday evenings 7.30-9.00pm led by Margaret Clarke at Mansfield Court, Riverside Close, Bridge. Tel 01227-765598 Starting on 24 Feb. 0 Wednesday evenings 7.30—9.00pm led by Bev Latham at 8 Conynham Lane, Bridge Tel 01227-830365 Starting on 25 Feb. 0 Thursday afternoons 2.30-4.00pm led by Pat Kusel at Rosary House, Aerodrome Rd., Bekesbourne. Tel 01227-830272 Starting on 19 Feb. Each group will be using the same material, so if you can't get to your group one week, you can choose one of the others. No need to RSVP, just turn up! Plus the Lent Lunch in aid of Christian Aid on Thursdays 12.00noon—1.30pm at Jean and Alan Barber's, 1 Riverside Mews, Bridge. Tel 01227-831956 Holy Week and Easter 2015 All are warmly to... 0 Palm Sunday 29 March at 10.45am Benefice Service at St Peter's Church Bridge, gathering in the churchyard at 10.45am for the Palm Sunday Procession, then dramatic reading of the Passion Gospel, and Palm Sunday Eucharist. (ifraining, we meet inside) Led by Canon Jonathan and Bishop Richard Llewellin. (bring branches from your garden) Followed by coffee together. 0 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday in Holy Week at 7.30pm (30, 31 March, 1 April) Three Holy Week Lectures by Archbishop Justin at Canterbury Cathedral, followed by a choral reflection. Ending at approx. 8.30pm 0 Maundy Thursday 2 April at 11.00am Maundy Thursday Eucharist, Blessing ofThe Oils and Renewal of Ordination Vows, at Canterbury Cathedral. 7.30pm Benefice Service: Reception of The Oils, Commemoration of The Last Supper, Stripping of The Sanctuary and The Watch, at St Peter’s Church Bridge. Preacher: Bishop Richard Llewellin. 0 Good Friday 3 April 9.30am-12.DGnoon Children's Easter Workshop at John Baker White Hall, Lower Hardres. 2.00pm-3.00pm Benefice Service: An Hour at The Cross at St Peter’s Church Bridge. Reflection led by Bishop Richard Llewellin. Followed by hot cross buns and coffee. 0 Easter Day 5 April 6.00am The Easter Vigil and Dawn Service at St Peter Bridge, followed by breakfast 8.00am Easter Eucharist (BCP) at St Mary Nackington 9.30am Easter Family Eucharist at St Peter Bekesbourne 9.30am Easter Eucharist at St Mary Patrixbourne 11.00am Easter Family Eucharist at St Mary Lower Hardres {followed by egg hunt) 11.00am Easter Eucharist at St Peter Bridge , with Bishop Richard - Easter Monday 6 April Walking Pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral, leaving from Patrixbourne Church at 10.30am. Please park at Patrixbourne Recreation Ground {not on road by church). xj _ All young people, adults and children welcome! ' '/’’('71}'4)’ZL.;:i';;;')rvr»./ Dates For Your Diary March 03/03 09.30 Holy Communion at St Peters, Bridge 15.00 Holy Communion at Bridge Haven 20.00 After 8’s at 7 Vlfindmill Close 05/03 19.30 Health and Healing at 7 Vlfindmill Close 09/03 19.30 Caring and Sharing 10/03 09.30 Holy Communion at St Peters, Bridge 14.30 Holy Communion at Mansfield Court 11/03 10.00 FISH pop in at Bridge Village Hall 14.00 Social afternoon at John Baker White Hall, Lower Hardres Hall 17/03 09.30 Holy Communion at St Peter’s, Bridge 15.00 Holy Communion at Saxon Lodge 20.00 After 8’s at 7 Vlfindmill Close 18/03 14.00 Hymns at Bridge Haven 23/03 19.30 Caring and Sharing 24/03 09.30 Holy Communion at St Peters, Bridge 14.30 Holy Communion at Highfield Jonathan the Vicar is available every day apart from Fridays. Women's World Day of Prayer St. Peter's Bridge Friday 6th March at 11.00am All welcome INVITATION The Annual Meeting of Parishioners the Annual Parochial Church Meeting are important annual meetings in the life of your local church. The first is open to all who live in the parish, and you are warmly invited. At these meeting two churchwardens are elected for a term of one year. The second is an opportunity to review the activities of the last year, receive the annual accounts, elect members of the Parochial Church Council and look ahead to the coming year. The two meetings are held together. Whilst only those on the Church Electoral Roll may vote at this second meeting, all are welcome to attend. The annual meetings take place on; Bekesbourne 7.30pm on 25 March at Bekesbourne Village Hall Nackington with Lower Hardres: 7.30pm on 15 April at John Baker White Hal, Lower Hardres Patrixbourne with Bridge: 7.00pm on 23 April at Bridge Village Hall CHURCH NEWS St Mary's Church, Patrixbourne is now warmer, thanks to new electrical under- pew heating. On Easter Monday, the Walking Pilgrimage to Canterbury will gather at the church and depart at 10.30am. We will be joined by a group of young Roman Catholics from Arras, France (ourtwin Diocese). All are welcome to join the walk, which will end at the cathedral and be joined by the Archbishop of Canterbury. If coming by car, please park at Patrixbourne Recreation Ground. St Peter's Church, Bridge will welcome Bishop Richard Llewellin (retired Bishop of Dover) for the Easter Triduum. Six adults and five young people are currently preparing for Confirmation. We face a major challenge with the repairs needed on the building and have started a process of vision building and community consultation. Canterbury City Council has repaired the wall by the Memorial Garden, and the gravestone of James Foord (1734). St Peter's Church, Bekesbourne is developing a churchyard nature trail, and has published a sheet that is available at the Lych Gate ofthe church. On Sunday 10 May from 2.30pm the trail will be formally launched, with Evensong at 5.00pm. All are warmly invited. Details to follow. St Mary's Church, Nackington has almost completed the restoration of the tower and wooden spire, and our re-gilded weather cock is soon to return. The scaffolding will then be removed. The Friends of Nackington Church are organising a candlelit concert at the church on Friday 27 March at 7.30pm, ‘Music for Lent and Spring‘ sung by Quodlibet directed by Dr Peter Giles. Tickets are £10. Stephen Vicary and Harriet Mulville will be married at the church on Saturday 7 March. St Mary's Church, Lower Hardres will have a children's workshop (at John Baker White Hall) on Good Friday between 9.30am and 12.00noon led by Margaret and Jonathan. An application has been made to the Heritage Lottery Fund towards a new church roof (water is coming through), and we await the decision at the end of this month. All the dangerous headstones in the churchyard have been repaired. Election of Churchwardens and Annual Church Meeting at Bekesbourne A meeting to elect two Churchwardens of St Peters Church Bekesbourne for 2015/16 will be held at 7.30pm on Wednesday 25th March in Bekesbourne Village Hall. All residents ofthe civil parish of Bekesbourne and all people listed on the Bekesbourne Church electoral roll are very welcome to attend and may vote at the meeting. This will be followed by the Annual Church Meeting, at which the Parochial Church Council and Sidesmen/women for the coming year will be elected. We will be reporting on what we have been up to in Bekesbourne in 2014. It is an opportunity to thank all those people who work so hard to keep our church flourishing and to offer ideas for 2015. If you would like to be included on the church electoral roll (which entitles you to vote at the Annual Meeting), please ensure that you complete a form and return it to Mrs Maggie Field. A Big Thank You A big thank you to everybody for the cards and good wishes I have received during my illness. It goes to prove, what I have always known, that Bridge is a very caring community. Ann Edmonds Marian Anne Harlow Marian was born in October 1944 and died on the 10th November 2015. She was a lovely lady living in Bifrons for most of her married life, with Colin, her husband and her two children, Roy and Michala. Marian loved Patrixbourne and often cleaned the church. She was also a cleaner to a few local people. She would cycle to each job, but did not enjoy being on a tandem with Colin. She trained as a florist and worked at Mounts Nursery flower shop. She so enjoyed going to band concerts at various seaside locations. Marian was a happy person with a lovely smile. She was sincere in all she said and did. I was privileged to officiate at Marian’s funeral. May she rest in peace and rise in Glory Margaret Fish Scheme News Tel no: 07935 966 080 The next Coffee Pop-In in Bridge Village Hall will be on Wednesday March 11th from 10 to 11.15. Do ring the Fish number if you would like a lift. We hope that a representative from Hi Kent will be there to help with hearing aids. Bridge and District History Society The next meeting of the society will be on Thursday March 19th at 7.30pm in Bridge Village Hall. Heather Newton, Head of Stonemasonry and Stone Conservation at Canterbury Cathedral will speak about the work being currently undertaken at the Cathedral. Members £4.00, non-members £5.00. Further details available from David Gilmour Tel: 832450 # Electoral Roll It is once more time to update the Electoral Roll. If you are already on the Roll, you need do nothing. If you would like your name to be added, please complete a form (available in the churches from March 8th) and return it to the Vicar or one ofthe church wardens by Easter Sunday April 5th. We are again inviting all senior citizens to our ST GEORGES DAV Celebration on Thursday 23rd April 2015 in Bridge School hall Performances by each year group and the school choir 1.30pm - 3.00pm Refreshments will be served during the afternoon (Please leave a message at the school office on 830276 to reserve a place) Littlebourne & District Royal British Legion We cancelled our January monthly meeting clue to illness and absence but are back on track now. This is always a quiet time of year but we are already planning some things for 2015. We are looking to hold another Afternoon Tea on 6th June in aid of the Poppy Appeal (more details later). Our next two monthly meetings will be on Tuesdays 10th March and 14th April both at the Recreation Club at 8pm. Bridge with Patrixbourne Women's Institute For our meeting on Tuesday 17 March at the usual time of 7.30 pm in Bridge Village Hall, Elizabeth Cooper has been invited to speak to us about her first- hand experiences of "Life in Azerbaijan". This promises to be a most interesting and fascinating talk. Even if you are not a member, do please come along. We are always delighted to welcome visitors to our meetings. Easter Lilies Easter Lily donations in memory of a loved one can be made to Viv Brazier or Churchwardens at an approximate price of £3 each The Friends of Bekesbourne Church Invite You To & WlSClO|‘|'\ Evening Bekesbourne Village Hall SATURDAY, 14"“ March, 2015 Sfarf promptly at 7.30pm Don’? miss This oppor1'uni‘ry to ‘rest your knowledge with your friends It will be great fun ~ bring your own drinks and ‘nibbles’ Tables from 6 to 8 ‘team members can be booked by calling Graham Duplock on 01227 830271 or Vicki Woolnough on 01227 379126 Entry price per person: £4.00 a1‘ 'I'he door‘ Pautrl’/lobovwne/wétl/vBVLd,ge/PCC l L Coficee Bridge/Vi1lag«eH0LLL Sa/tw/'07,ay21M1‘M0wo7/v 10 own/—-12 noow Nearly New Clothes, Cake Stall, Books, Bric—a—brac and China, Raffle, Books and Puzzles. Come/a/nd/jo13Vvu4/fiw CO‘ff9€/ wétlvfiréevtd/X Donations for the stalls to Sue (C832084) or Andrea (830947) CCflflflflflfldfiflflfldQdflfl01OQ11CQQOOQOQQOCICOQCOQQQOQOOQQOQOOGQOGQGQ Q1QQQUQ1110COOCOCOO1!OQOOQOQIQOQQOCOOOOOOQQO TITITIIfIffIfII!IIIIIfIIffVfIfIIIIffI'I Nailbourne Horticultural Society Firstly, a reminder of our talk on "Tips on Exhibiting" by Peter Aplin on Tuesday 3 March at 7.30 pm in Bridge Village Hall. This talk is intended to give us all help and advice in time for our Annual Spring Show which is to be held on Saturday 11 April in Bridge Village Hall from 11 am until 1.30 pm. This year, we have introduced two Open Classes that everyone can enter, notjust members of the Society. These are: 5 sticks of rhubarb (pulled and leaves trimmed) 6 chitted seed potatoes in an egg box. For this year we have also introduced a Best Spring Garden Competition, again open to everyone, as a number of people have often remarked that their garden is at its best in spring. So, this is your chance to prove it. To enter, please contact Kathy Walder, Show Secretary (tel: 830057/07791 656539 or email: kath@askwalder.com) by 31 March. The gardens will be judged the week commencing 6 April, just prior to the Show, and there will be a voucher prize for the winner. Again, if anyone still requires a schedule forthe Show, please contact Kathy as above. National Vegetable Society - Kent District Association The 2015 programme begins with the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 11 March in Bridge Village Hall, 7.30 for 8.00 pm start. The Association has a programme of varied talks related to gardening generally, and notjust vegetables, throughout the year, all held in Bridge Village Hall on the second Wednesday ofthe month, and will be delighted to welcome new members and interested persons to their meetings. Spring Working Party Bridge Recreation Ground This will take place on Saturday 21st March from 9.30am. Please bring warm clothes and your own gardening tools. Refreshments will be provided in the newly refurbished pavilion. Everyone is welcome. Sue Hodges Bridge Parish Council wvvw.bridgevillage.org.uk Notes from Bridge Parish Council meeting 12th February 2015 _ River Nailbourne: Cllr Atkinson stated that the Environment Agency is predicting “flow and not flood” this year, though preventative tankering has recently started in Bishopsbourne. He reported on a Kent wide Flood Conference on 6 February-where the exceptional duration of the flood alert in the Parish last year was noted. £1 .3m will have been spent by the end of next year on flood protection measures in the Nailbourne Valley with more work to come on improvements downstream of Bridge. No sewage is being pumped into the Nailbourne at present. Current water levels and flow are relatively static at present. Neidhbourhood Plan: Joe Cooper reported that 20%+ of all distributed consultation documents had been returned (131 replies in all) . These have been collated by Mark Esdale. A revision ofthe plan based upon these responses is due to the relevant authorities by the # the end of February. Visit of Sercieant Chris Gurnev. Kent Police Sergeant Gurney informed the meeting that: PCSO Elaine Cannadine is now working elsewhere in Kent as part of a general restructuring of policing in Kent. Her work is being covered by PCSOs Lisa Vlfilliams and Chrissie Cameron. From April 2015 there will be further recruitment to the police service and full coverage of vacant PCSO positions should be achieved thereafter. She gave an update on the latest crime statistics for Bridge parish. There have been 2 crimes (both thefts) reported in the last month-comparatively few for an area of this size. On both occasions, the thief had forced entry-an indication that residents take security of property seriously. Crime Prevention advice is available on the Kent police website. She thanked the local community for all support received. In response to questions raised by Councillors and members of the public she confirmed that she would ensure that the mobile police station is present in Western Avenue at the published times. She clarified the law on long stay parking by vehicles on the public highway and added that Lorry watch schemes are most effective when committed to the enforcement of existing laws and by laws. She confirmed that crime victims are contacted by the police when there is relevant information to relay. Finally, she stated that there did not appear to be an obvious explanation as to why Kent roads appear to be the most dangerous in the country, though she pointed out that there has been a reduction in deaths and injuries in the Canterbury district. Sand Baa Store Alterations Cllr Moon reported that the sandbag stores are not yet fully operational. The matter will be discussed in greater depth at the next meeting. Annual Parish Meetind Speaker: The council agreed to invite Mr Brian Lloyd of the CPRE to address the meeting on Thursday April 30 2015. The clustering of local parish councils Cllr Hill outlined the thinking behind this proposed measure. The item will need to be discussed more fully by the council elected after May 7 2015. To consider the reissuind of a footpath map for Bridge Cllr Hill urged the council to consider reissuing such a map. New sponsors will be sought by the new council afterthe May elections. Report from the Emergency Plan Group, and discussion of the production of an Emergency Information for Residents card at a cost of under £100. Cllr Atkinson stated that wheelbarrows have been bought; the appointment of a new clerk means the list of volunteers and vulnerable residents can be collated; 8 locks have been purchased for the new sandbag stores. It was agreed to print 750 copies of an Emergency Plan card for Bridge residents. Printing will be organised by Mr Laurence Dunderdale at a cost of £25 with the text decided upon by Cllr Atkinson. Distribution of the cards will coincide with distribution of copies of the “What to do in an emergency” booklet. The next meeting of Bridge Parish Council will be on Thursday 12 March at 7.30pm in Bridge Village Hall. The Planning Committee will meet priorto the Council Meeting at 7.15pm. All Bridge residents are welcome to attend these meetings. t’s teeth? Did you know that 4 out of ave some signs ofdental disease and med or bleeding gums, stained teeth, h as preferring soft food, weight loss, rooming. . very painful. Many animals may only be easily missed. It is often only once ed improvement in how the animal . dogs are like puppies again afterthey have had dental treatment! There are a number ofthings that you can do at home to help limit the development ofdental disease. The best is to brush your pet's teeth daily as this helps to remove the build up of food and bacteria before it causes damage. Most animals will tolerate this well although it can take some time for them to get used to it! Others will never let you do this and it is important to ensure that you don’t put yourself at risk! Feeding dry food rather than wet will help reduce the speed at which tartar builds up and chewing dental chews and raw hide will help to breakdown the tartar on the surface ofthe teeth. At Bourne Veterinary Practice we have dental X-ray equipment and can offer dental treatment including scale and polish and extractions of any infected and damaged teeth. If you are concerned at all about the state of your pet’s teeth please give us a call on 01227 832322 to make an appointment and we can take a look and discuss the options with you. BHRHHNI BOWLS CLUB First Day of Play 2075 The new season will be set in motion at Barham Bowls Club on Saturday 77”’ Flpril when the First wood will be bowled at ..»c//:0. 70-00 a-m° Why not come along and have a chat with the members, sample the atmosphere and perhaps -.. T°' see if this is a sport you may like to try- Everyone is welcome [young and old] - refreshments available- lnterested? Please telephone the Club Captain Neil Sladden on 07227 767243 For Further information- _Mothering Sunday 15th March y i\ Spoil your mum 0 —she deserves it Fresh & dried flowers Fragrance candles, soaps & oils Gifts & arrangements FREE local delivery email; sh0p@essentiallyhops.c0.uk wwwessential|yhops.co.uk www.cha|kpitfarm.co.uk Chalkpit Farm, Bekesbourne CT4 SEU Tel 01227 830666 Pilgrims Hospices Ra I Back by popular demand, the Rainbow Ride year running! ,, % R1ds,e& Join us for a springtime cycle ride, dog walk from the Pilgrims Hospice in Canterbury to I y - . total of 8 miles long, however people are en _ .6; I they would like! Decorate yourself, your dog, _ - _ ‘[5 I J -'i%* he I brightest rainbow colours- with prizes being I I print on the wall to show you’ve finished! KH- This is an event for everyone; families, frien \ We want to see everybody there in every co __ For further details see www.pilgrimshospi - Acym ,,..,...,.a or dag ..,a.., fmm Eve nt de1'_ai|5; Canterbury ta Charlham and back Sunday 22”” March 2015- 10.30am E5 in advance, £7 on the day Refreshments and cake will be served at Ch ...,¢ V" . J-K’ SR -. I.____ and green, purple and orange and blue! "‘ , ., J L Contact: rosie.bell@pi|drimshospices.oro 01227 812621 Pilgrims Hospices Cycle Challenge Date: Sunday 3rd May Location: Canterbury, Thanet or Ashford Hospice Cost: £25 in advance, £35 on the day Contact name: Rosie Bell Contact tel: 01227 812621 Contact email: rosie.be||@pi|grimshospices.org The Cycle Challenge is back forthe 6th year running and is hoping to be even bigger and better than last year! V\fith over 1,470 people taking part in 2014 and helping to raise over £125,000 forthe hospice, the * - : - - ‘ * - ' * H : - - and most popular event. Choose between our4 r Circu|ar- 45 Miles, Thanet/Canterbury Circular- 4 Pilgrims 100- 100 Miles 1 ll|_‘|l| E l llIfl__ll| ' ':.lj'.:f ‘T 64%/am WW4 KINGHAMFORD FOUNDATION LTD Saturday 7”‘ March 8pm “Beautiful ]Damned’ ’ + jazz piano adapted from F. Scott Fitzgerald’s tale ~ Cabaret Style: bar open 7.30pm Tickets £12.50 Conc.s £10 Reserve a table Sunday 15"‘ March: Kentish Piano Trio 11am “Dancing Round Europe” concert for children Tickets £10 Children £6 3.30pm with guest violist Adrian Smith Mozart & Fauré Tickets £15 conc £10 in aid of East Kent Hospitals Charity Tues 24th 7.30pm & Wed 25”‘ March 2.30& 7.30pm “Lysistrata” A raucous new adaptation of the classic Greek comedy Tickets: £12 conc.s £10 students & groups 8+ £8 01227 831355 info@charlt0n-park.org wWW.charlton-park.org PETHAM VILLAGE HALL We are looking for a cleaner for 2 hours a day Monday to Friday, early morning or evening. Please apply to Anne Purnell 01227 700370 Jumble Sale & Coffee Morning Saturday 11th April 10am — 12 noon Conrad Hall, Bishopsbourne (good clothes, bric-a-brac, books etc. donations drop- off: Friday 10th 10am-7pm) In aid of the Church of St. Mary the Virgin Information & offers of help: 01227 700693 (Mrs Applin) They can bake you a celebration cake for a birthday or a special DP‘ -Ftly how you like it and can also cater for a range -' ants, be it gluten free, dairy free, vegan or no nuts! g. .;'*_ cyclists, ramblers and children are all welcome! —;:;ing a series of workshops for children and adults, *ier’s Day cupcake decorating on the 14th March, r fake workshop for adults on the 22nd March and _i decorating on the 8th April. May starts with . « - Monster cupcake decorating for the children s are in the pipeline! Please pop in or call Florries book or for more information. PIANO LESSONS FOR ADULTS Have you always wan1ed 1'0 learn 1'0 play 1'he piano bu1' have lacked 1'he 0ppor1'uni1'y, or fai1'h in your own abili1'y? Did you learn as a child and now r , ' aching adul’rs and have developed a m- ickly and wi’rh grea1 enjoyment M rding 10 your means. Please con1o R MOON MAINTENANCE All Jobs Considered. From Building Fla1 Packs To Fencing Nl0s1 Proper1y Main1'enance Covered For a Free Qu01a1'i0n Call 01227 830898/07874637749 Or Email rm0onmain1enance@gmail.c0m PLUCKLEY QUILT AND CRAFT SHOW 2015! Calling all Quil1'ers and Craf1'ersl Pluckley's nex1' Quil1' Show will be on Sa1'urday and Sunday 261'h and 271'h Sepfember 2015. We already have approximafely 20 Canadian Red Cross quilfs promised for display and awai’r offers of local fabric craffs for exhibi1ion from anyone who would like 1'0 e>