Hurst Green

Coffee Stop

St John’s “3 in 1 Free Coffee Stop” continues to open on the 1^st and 3^rd Monday of every month between 2pm and 4.30pm at St John’s Old School, Hurst Green. As well as free refreshments we sell a good selection of nearly new clothes, books and bric a brac. It’s a great opportunity to meet and chat with friends in a warm, cosy atmosphere.

During May we are supporting a initiative by St Joseph’s RC Primary School in the village to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis research. All monies raised on Bank Holiday Monday  7^th May and Monday  21^st May will go to support this initiative by the school. Whether you are a regular or a first timer, please come along, you’re sure of a warm welcome.

 Open Garden and Afternoon Tea

On Sunday 13^th May the gardens of Moor Hey Cottage, Knowle Green  will be open from 2pm. Donations are requested in aid of Christian Aid.

Coffee Morning

There is to be a coffee morning on Saturday 2^nd June at Fig Cottage, Lambing Clough Lane from 10.30am. There will be a variety of stalls and entrance is £1 including coffee.  All proceeds will go to support projects at St. John’s Church.

Jubilee Festivals

 No one should be short of something to do over the Jubilee Bank Holiday. On Sunday 3^rd June the village has its own music festival, when young and old can be entertained by a line-up of local talent including Ribble and Booze, Bad Cardigan, Black Mamba, Heather Cross-Costello and Brittany Rodwell. The event starts at  4pm, bring your own picnic including something to sit on. Tickets are £5 with proceeds to village hall, children free. Tickets from Kath 826898 or Annie (07771 648999).

On Monday 4^th June there will be the village Jubilee Street Party, a free event for all people in Hurst Green and surrounding area. It’s a bring your own picnic event and we ask if you can bring a cake to share. There will be free hot dogs for children and tea and coffee for everyone else. The fun will start at 1.30pm, when you can set up your picnic. Then there will be races and games for all ages, singing and music and plenty of time to chat to your friends and neighbours.

There are some competitions to enter including the best dressed house, fancy dress of red, white and blue, cake and cup cakes, cards and photographs. All details are available of a flyer from St. Joseph’s School or the Bayley Arms. The organisers would like you to book a place by filling in the slip on the bottom of the flyer. Further details Margaret Carrington 826095 or Nancy Bailey 826903

Youth Club

Young people are invited to Youth Club on Friday 11^th May at the Memorial Hall. All those ages 9 and over can take part in a variety of activities from 7.30pm. Adult volunteers to join the rota are always needed.

WI

The next meeting is today ( Thursday 26^th April) at the Memorial Hall. There will be a talk by Heather Davis entitled “Angels with Dirty Faces”. The competition is for an old book. For further details and new members please contact Barbara Herd 826350.

Round the Green

The village’s newsletter is under production. Anyone with any news or articles they would like to submit should contact Nancy Bailey 826903 or Agnes Bland  826559.

Youth Club

Young people are invited to Youth Club this Friday at the Memorial Hall. All those ages 9 and over can take part in a variety of activities from 7.30pm. Adult volunteers to join the rota are always needed.

WI

The next meeting is on Thursday 26^th April at the Memorial Hall. There will be a talk by Heather Davis entitled “Angels with Dirty Faces”. The competition is for an old book. For further details and new members please contact Barbara Herd 826350.

Jubilee “Street Party”

Don’t forget to keep Monday 4^th June free for the village “street party” which will be held at the Memorial Hall. Flyers will shortly be distributed with details of competitions and how you can get involved with your village party. Contact Margaret Carrington for further details 826095.

Village News

Any news or reports for this column can be sent to Nancy Bailey, Riversmead, Longridge Rd, 826903 or e-mailed nancy@rivers-mead.co.uk

Over 65s party

This annual event was one of the best ever held with 36 over 65s in attendance. They were treated to a delicious three course meal complete with wine and entertained by quizzes including a music quiz compiled by Gerald Mack. There was a fantastic raffle put together by Bill and Bunty Armstrong with some amazing prizes. This event relies each year on the generosity in both time and goods from a number of people including the organisers Gill McDonnell and Agnes Bland and a band of regular volunteers of which Bill and Bunty are a part . On behalf of the village a very big thank you to all concerned.

Jubilee

Hurst Green’s Jubilee “Street Party” will be taking place on Monday 4^th June from 1.30pm. All villagers are urged to attend to make it a real royal occasion reminiscent of those in years gone by. There will also be a variety of competitions including one for the best decorated house.  Mark this date in your diary and be there- rain or shine.

WI

The W.I. birthday Meeting was very well attended with guests from Mitton and Lango with Billington branches. The entertainment provided by John Townley who accompanied himself on the guitar through some classic songs including “Streets of London”, and “All my life’s a circle.” His songs were interspersed with anecdotes and banter and he was thoroughly entertaining. The next meeting is on Thursday 26^th April and there will be a talk by \Heather Davis entitled “Angels with Dirty Faces.”

3 in 1 coffee stop

The next coffee stop will be on Monday 2^nd April. All are welcome to St. John’s Old School for free coffee and cakes. Meet friends and browse through the books and clothes.

WI

The next meeting is this Thursday 22^nd March, it is our birthday meeting and John Townsend will be talking about Songs. There will be a bric a brac and produce stall, so members are asked to bring along small items to sell. The competition is for a “Musical Item” and please note anyone who has not paid their annual subscription should do so.

Over 65s Party

The annual party will be on Friday 30^th March. Anyone eligible should contact Gill 826378 or Agnes 826559 as places are still available.

Stan the Van

The Ribble Valley’s information van will be on the Memorial Hall car park on Thursday 12^th April between 2-4pm. This van carries information about all the Borough Council’s initiatives  and schemes. It also has computer links and is staffed by knowledgeable staff.

WI

The next meeting is on 22^nd March, it is our birthday meeting and John Townsend will be talking about Songs.

Coffee Stop

This popular social event is on at St. John’s old school Monday 19^th March at 2.30pm. Drop in for a hot drink, a chat and a browse at the nearly new stall.

 Youth Club

The next Youth Club will be on Friday( 9^th March) at the Memorial Hall at 7.30pm, all young people over the age of 9 are welcome.

 Film Club

The St. John film club will meet on Tuesday 13^th March at 7.30pm. The film is “Before the Rains.” Set in prewar India this film is about an English spice baron settling in India. 

Memorial Hall AGM

The AGM will take place on Monday 12^th March at 7.45pm. Members of the public are warmly invited to attend.

WI

The next meeting of the WI will be tonight ( Thursday 23^rd February) at 7.30pm. This meeting is about craft projects for the Clitheroe show. Christine and Vicky will be on hand to explain what is required for the craft classes and there will be opportunities to have a go. Members will be asked to make a very small contribution towards materials used. Tonight’s competition is for a brooch.

Youth Club

The next Youth Club will be on Friday( 24^th February) at the Memorial Hall at 7.30pm, all young people over the age of 9 are welcome.

Memorial Hall AGM

The AGM will take place on Monday 12^th March at 7.45pm. Members of the public are warmly invited to attend.

Flea Market

Hurst Green Bowling Club will be holding its popular Flea Market on Sunday 19^th February at the Memorial Hall. This event features a variety of stalls from bric a brac to antiques. There are also delicious hot and cold homemade snacks available all day.

Over 65s party

The annual over 65s village party is planned for Friday 30^th March .This popular event usually consists of a 3 course meal with wine and entertainment.. Please phone Gill McDonnell 826378 or Agnes Bland 826559 for further details and to book your place.

Coffee Stop

Don’t forget the 3-in-one Coffee Stop on Monday 20^th February at St. John’s old school. Pop along for chat and free hot drinks and maybe one or two bargains.

Yoga

Yoga is taking place each and every Wednesday at the Memorial Hall. All abilities are welcome.

WI

The next meeting of the WI will be on Thursday 23^rd February at 7.30pm. There will be tips on entries to the show and hands on crafts to practise.

Youth Club

The next Youth Club will be on 24^th February at the Memorial Hall all young people over the age of 9 are welcome.

Flea Market

Hurst Green Bowling Club will be holding its popular Flea Market on Sunday 19^th February at the Memorial Hall. This event features a variety of stalls from bric a brac to antiques. There are also delicious hot and cold homemade snacks available all day.

Over 65s party

The annual over 65s village party is planned for Friday 30^th March .This popular event usually consists of a 3 course meal with wine and entertainment.. Please phone Gill McDonnell 826378 or Agnes Bland 826559 for further details and to book your place.

Diamond Jubilee

Plans for a village celebration on Monday 4^th June are underway. So far there will be races and competitions for young and old and a street party style picnic. Help and ideas are welcomed please phone Nancy Bailey 826903.