Spring 2009 Newsletter

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

VILLAGE CINEMA  Sat 28th March - BRIDESHEAD REVISITED (12A) 7.30pm

Our Cinema Nights are continuing to prove very popular, and after the "sell out" success of "Mamma Mia !" and rave reviews for both "The Duchess" and "Miss Pettigrew…" we have two more cracking films lined up for February and March. The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas was one of the Big Hits of 2008. It is a moving film about childhood and tells the story of two 8 year old boys who grow up on opposite sides of the fence in World War 2. Brideshead Revisited is the acclaimed 2008 film version of Evelyn Waugh's classic tale of forbidden love and the loss of innocence. It stars Matthew Goode and Ben Whishaw and includes a brilliant performance from Emma Thompson. For those of you who haven't yet been to one of our film nights we can promise you a real taste of " The Big Screen" right here in the Village, and it's much cheaper than going into Norwich too ! Tickets are £4 if booked and paid for in advance - or £5 on the door. Call Judi Mackie on 01379 677066 to book now.

Village Cinema is run in conjunction with Village Screen & Creative Arts East

VILLAGE QUIZ NIGHT Friday 3rd April - 7.30pm

Our Quiz Nights are always fun, and always popular - and we are really lucky to have both an ace quiz master in Alan, and our very own Carol Vorderman in Sheila Gardner to help calculate the scores. So why not make up a Team (max. 6 people) or simply come along on the night and join up with others ? There's good beer and wine on tap, plus the usual nibbles on the table. All for the bargain price of just £2 a head. For more info or to reserve a table contact Judi on 01379 677066.

MAY DAY CEILIDH Saturday 2nd May 7.45 pm By popular demand ! So successful was last year's Summer Ceilidh that we have lined up another one - this time to coincide with the May Bank Holiday Weekend.

With award winning Ceilidh band Happy Feet once again providing the entertainment we can promise you a truly memorable evening - complete with foot tapping music, great dancing, a grand buffet and bar.

CEILIDH TICKETS are £8.50 for adults, £5 for U16's. Family Tickets also available ( 2 adults and 2 children) for £24. And remember last year was a sell out, so please book early. Please call Judi on 01379 677066 to buy your tickets.

SUMMER FLOWER & PRODUCE SHOW Saturday June 13th Entries 10am - 12.30pm. Open to Public 2pm - 4.30 pm. WI Teas on sale throughout the afternoon.

As usual we're holding our Summer Flower and Produce Show to coincide with Tibenham's Soapbox Derby and Summer Festival. Elsewhere in the Newsletter you will find an Entry Schedule showing all the different classes you can enter. It's a really fun day, and is aimed at EVERYONE. So if you've got green fingers, or enjoy home baking, or are into arts and crafts why not check out the Schedule and give it a go. There's a Cup for the person with the most points (TIP - the more classes you enter the more chance you have of winning !) AND a separate Cup for The Best in Show. That could be anything from a tasty pot of jam to a crispy looking lettuce !

JAZZ ON THE GRASS Sunday July 19th 12 noon til 4pm. Music from 1pm

Always popular, and always sunny (well, so far anyway !) so why not come along and enjoy a lazy Sunday afternoon of New Orleans style jazz in the company of Nigel Peet and the Climax Jazz Band. Bring a picnic, and a couple of chairs (or borrow ours !) and sit back and enjoy an afternoon of smooth sounding jazz. There will be beer and wine on tap - or glasses of Pimms for those who'd prefer. In the unlikely (!) event of rain - we will simply head inside Tickets available from Ann Gooderham 01379 677289 / "Railtons" 01379 677190 and from other Committee members Prices: £6.50 each or £15 for Family Tickets (2 adults,2 children)

Tibenham Flower and Produce Show Saturday 13th June 2009

SCHEDULE

FLOWERS 1. 1 Specimen bloom of any kind from garden or greenhouse 2. Herbaceous Perennials - vase of mixed blooms, not more than 15 stems 3. 1 Foliage plant in a pot 4. 1 Flowering plant in a pot 5. Rose - single stem in a vase 6. Roses - 3 blooms in a vase

FRUIT & VEGETABLES 7. Rhubarb - 5 sticks, leaves trimmed to 3", pulled not cut. 8. 1 Lettuce - any variety, roots intact 9. 3 Spring Onions - any variety, roots intact 10. Broad Beans - 5 pods 11. 3 Radish - any variety, roots intact 12. Peas - 5 pods 13. Collection of 3 assorted fruit and/or vegetables

DOMESTIC 14. 1lb Jar of Marmalade 15. 1lb Jar of Jam or Jelly 16. Treacle Tart (any size) 17. 3 Cheese Scones 18. 7" Victoria Sponge 19. 3 Plain White Bread Rolls (any size or shape)

ARTS & CRAFTS 20. Piece of Embroidery, Needlework, Knitting, Patchwork/Quilting or Cross Stitch 21. Painting - any medium 22. Photograph - Tibenham (b&w or colour)

CHILDREN'S SECTION (Under 11years)

23. 4 Cheese Straws 24. 4 Individual Jam Tarts 25. Picture or Collage - My Holidays

ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO READ THE FOLLOWING RULES.

1. Each exhibitor may only submit ONE entry per class. 2. All entries to Village Hall between 10.30 & 12.30 prompt on day of show. 3. The Committee reserves the right not to be responsible for any loss or damage to exhibits from any cause whatsoever 4. All exhibits in Domestic and Arts & Crafts sections must be entrant's own work 5. All exhibits in Produce Sections must be grown by entrant 6. No exhibits to be removed before 4pm on day of show 7. Fee per exhibit - 25p children/50p adults 8. The decision of the Judges is final

Further information Tel: Paul Freeman - 01379-677284 or Judi Mackie 01379-677066

MORE EVENTS/ DATES FOR YOUR DIARY:

HARVEST SUPPER Saturday 26th September 7.30pm It may seem a long way off, but just to let you know that this Autumn's Harvest Supper (and of course the Autumn Flower & Produce Show) will be held on Saturday 26th September. More information nearer the time.

RACE NIGHT ! Saturday 17th October 7.30pm Tibenham always enjoys a Race Night, and after a 2 year absence we are delighted to welcome back to the Hall, Ray Wharton and his Merry Band. More details later, but in the meantime if you would like to sponsor a race or buy any horses please contact Paul or Sally Freeman 01379 677284.

NEWS

COFFEE MORNINGS Last Saturday in every Month Don't forget our ever popular Coffee mornings. These are held on the last Saturday of the month, from 10am to 12 noon. As well as the usual coffee and cakes it's a chance to catch up with the gossip, and to browse some of the regular table tops. There's a Raffle, and the Monthly 100 Club draw plus a book stall, and children's play area.

CAMERA CLUB Interested in Digital Photography ? Then why not share your knowledge and / or improve your skills with the Bunwell Camera Club. The Club meets in the Hall every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 8pm- 10.30pm Numbers are limited however, so for more information contact Liz Cannon on 01953 - 788297

ART CLASSES Did you know that there's an Art Class held at the Hall every Monday morning ? It's actually become so popular that there is now a waiting list - but if you are interested in joining Julie Morris 01379 677190 can tell you more. Also, Art Tutor Jacqui Petrie is now running regular Studio Days at the Hall. These are held on every second Saturday of the month, from 10am - 4pm and there are still places available. The cost for these all day sessions is £30 ( though ½ days are also possible) and art materials are included in the price. The next dates are Feb 14th, March 14th, May 9th, June 13th ,July 11th. Proceeds support Scope Charity.

COMMUNITY HALL CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2009

MARCH Saturday 28th Coffee Morning 10 -12 noon Saturday 28th Village Cinema: Brideshead Revisited 7.30pm

APRIL Friday 3rd Village Quiz Night 7.30pm Sat 25th Coffee Morning 10 -12 noon

MAY Sat 2nd Ceilidh - Buffet/Bar/Band 7.45pm Sat 30th Coffee Morning 10 - 12 noon

JUNE Sat 13th Summer Flower & Produce Show Entries 10am -12.30. Open to Public 2 - 4.30pm, WI Teas on sale Sat 27th Coffee Morning 10 - 12 noon

JULY Sun 19th Jazz on the Grass 12 noon - 4pm Music from 1pm Sat 25th Coffee Morning 10 - 12 noon

AUGUST Sat 29th Coffee Morning 10 - 12 noon

SEPTEMBER Sat 26th Autumn Flower & Produce Show Sat 26th Harvest Supper 7.30pm There will be no Coffee Morning in September

OCTOBER Sat 10th Village Cinema 7.30pm Sat 17th Race Night 7.30pm Sat 31st Coffee Morning 10 - 12 noon

NOVEMBER TBA Quiz Night Sat 14th Village Cinema 7.30 pm Sat 28th Coffee Morning 10 - 12 noon

DECEMBER Sat 5th Village Cinema 7.30pm No coffee Morning in December

5 A SIDE FOOTBALL Did you know that there is a 5 a Side football Club based at the Hall ? It meets every Friday evening ( 6.30-7.30pm) during term Time, and is open to all children aged 5 to 11. Julie Goodwin, who runs the Club, is on the look-out for more volunteers/ referees to help her, ideally a keen young teenager footballer ! For more info, or if you think you may be able to help, contact Julie on 01379 643222

KITCHEN/HEATING PROJECT

New plans have had to be submitted for the improved Kitchen facilities at the Hall. (EDF Energy wanted over £7,500 to upgrade our existing electricity supply !). Our revised plan includes having an LPG supply installed and using that to run the Oven/Range and Hob. A new Lottery Grant application has been submitted and we are keeping our fingers crossed we get the money we need. In the meantime additional Heating and Ceiling Fans have been installed in the Main Hall, making it a much more pleasant place in Winter !

SHORT MAT BOWLS The Short Mat Bowls Club meets at the Hall most Fridays evenings, and is on the look out for new players. Beginners, Enthusiasts - everyone welcome. Please contact Wendy South to find out more 01379 677358

CLASSES We are always keen to attract new classes and activities to the Hall. So if you or someone you know wants to start up a class, be it Yoga, Gym Ball, a Mother and Toddlers Group, Aromatherapy sessions or even a Local History Class give us a call. Hall Hire starts from just £4 an hour. For more information or to find out more please contact Judi on 01379 677066 .

100 CLUB A big thank you to all of you who continue to support our 100 Club. It represents a vital source of income for the Hall. However there are still some numbers available and we'd be delighted to welcome some new members. Here's the deal - you pay a £1 a week. In return there's a monthly draw with prizes ranging from £25 to £5. And in the summer there's a one off draw with a prize of £250 !! The odds are much better than the National Lottery too! You can pay by Standing Order, Cheque, Cash - whatever you like - so if you would like to join or simply want more information then please get in touch with Carole Sunderland Tel: 01379 677190

REGULAR CLASSES/ EVENTS AT THE HALL

MONDAY Art Class - "Start the Week with Art" 10.00 -12.00 (Please Note: There is currently a waiting list to join)

TUESDAY Badminton (Adults) 18:30 - 20:00 (Beginners/ Mixed Ability)

WEDNESDAY Badminton: Under 11's 17:30 - 18:30 (Term time only) Adults 18.30 - 20.00

THURSDAY Badminton (Adults) 18.30 -20:00

FRIDAY 5-a-side Football ( Under 11's) 18.30 - 19.30 (Term time only) Short Mat Bowls 19.45 - 22.00

First WEDS in the month W.I. 19.15 - 22.15

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