Hurst Green

Joint Sponsored Walk
The joint sponsored walk has been a success for St. John’s and St. Joseph’s School. St. John’s have raised around £2000 for their eco toilet and building project and St. Joseph’s almost £700 for school funds. Many thanks to all who have contributed.

Youth Club
The youth club meets at the Memorial Hall this Friday 17th May at 7.30pm. All young people over the age of 9 are welcome.

WI
The next meeting of the Hurst Green WI will be on Thursday 23rd May. There will be a plant sale and members are asked to bring along any unwanted cuttings, seedling and so on. Members are also invited to bring a friend who would like to try out the WI. The speaker will be Denis Moore, presenting a talk entitled “Laughter is the best Medicine,” and the competition is for a joke, which should be submitted on a piece of paper.

Coffee Stop
On Monday 20th May 2013 St John’s 3 in 1 Coffee Stop will be raising money as part of Christian Aid week. All the usual selling items and free tea, coffee & cakes and there will be a good raffle. Please come along and support this great charity. Open as usual from 2pm – 4.30pm.

Joint Sponsored Walk
Sunday saw the joint parishes walk, a collaborative effort between St. John’s and St. Peter’s to raise money for St. John’s and St. Joseph’s School. A drizzly morning did not put off over 100 walkers who met at St. John’s for a bacon butty. Two routes were planned with younger children and their parents completing around 2 miles incorporating Greengore and Sand Rock and the majority of walkers taking in Longridge Fell, Kemple End and Over Hacking, a distance of about 8 miles. Back at St Joseph’s endless cups of tea were brewed for the thirsty walkers and a spread of delicious cakes replenished the calories . This truly was a village event with local businesses, Bayley Arms, Eagle & Child, Shireburn Arms and St Peter’s Catholic Club for providing the bacon for over 100 butties and Millies Café who provided some cakes for the refreshments at St Joseph’s. Also teams of volunteers frying, baking and brewing. It was lovely to see some of the senior village ladies at St. Joseph’s enjoying tea and cake. Both Churches are collecting donations and sponsorship money, early indications are that we have raised over £1800 and it is hoped to publish a total in Village News next week.

Wildlife Drawing Workshop
There is to be a workshop held at St. John’s Old School on Saturday 11th May, when an instructor will guide participants through drawing various plants and animals. The workshop is free of charge, but those wishing to attend should contact Clare Hyde on 878402. It will start at 3 until 5.30pm and there will be a Jacob’s join tea.

Coffee Stop
On Monday 20th May 2013 St John’s 3 in 1 Coffee Stop will be raising money as part of Christian Aid week. All the usual selling items and free tea, coffee & cakes and there will be a good raffle. Please come along and support this great charity. Open as usual from 2pm – 4.30pm.

Over 65’s Annual Party
The over 65s party held last Friday night was a great success, with over 30 dinning. As well as delicious food the guests were entertained by magician Sam Cannon, music from Gerald Mack and the amazing raffle provided by Bunty and Phil Armstrong. The amazing part about the raffle was that all diners were given a ticket and all won a prize. Organisers would like to thank the entertainers who gave their time and talents, the cooks and servers and anyone else who helped in any way. Also a big thank you to Gill MacDonnell and Agnes Bland who organised and ran the whole evening.

Joint Sponsored Walk
St. John’s and St. Joseph’s are organising a joint parish walk to raise money for school funds and the new toilet and disabled access at St. John’s. The walk will be on Sunday 5th May. If you wish to help please contact Gill or David Jacques 878222 or St. Joseph’s School 826246. The walk starts at St. John’s Old School at 10.45 with bacon butties, it would help the organisers with numbers for catering if anyone attending could contact Dave Jacques on 878222 . The walk finishes at St. Joseph’s School with tea and cake.

Coffee Stop
The next coffee stop will be at St. John’s Old School on Monday 6th May. This week it has a difference as there will be a concert on the organ by Stuart Whillis in the church commencing at 11 O’clock and then a soup and sandwich lunch will be served at 12 noon to raise money for St. John’s building Project.

Wildlife Drawing Workshop
There is to be a workshop held at St. John’s Old School on Saturday 11th May, when an instructor will guide participants through drawing various plants and animals. The workshop is free of charge, but those wishing to attend should contact Clare Hyde on 878402. In will start at 3-5.30pm and there will be a Jacobs join tea.

Friends of the Memorial Hall
In the current economic climate all charities suffer from having to spread a small amount of money to cover rising utility costs, add to that an exceptionally cold winter. The Memorial Hall is a village facility which we are lucky to have in Hurst Green, but unfortunately it has no fixed funding from any organisation and its upkeep relies on what is made from bookings and fund raising. We have a “Friends” scheme which helps to bring in a much needed boost to the bank account. At present the scheme has raised around £200 this year. More members are welcome and needed. The annual subscription is £20 for a family membership and £10 for an individual membership. Please post cheques made payable to Aighton, Bailey and Chaigley Memorial Hall to Nancy Bailey, 1 Longridge Rd, Hurst Green, BB7 9QW.

W.I.
The Hurst Green W.I. meet tonight, Thursday 25th April, the topic will be “Wills and Probate,” a question and answer session by Prema Taylor. The competition is for a pen and as usual, guests are most welcome. Hurst Green is a very active W.I. with a choir, book club and stitching group for further details contact Barbara Herd 826350 or come along next Thursday at 7.30pm.

Echo Meeting with Bat Walk
The Echo group will meet at St. John’s old school at 7pm tomorrow Friday 26th April. There will also be a Talk by Phil Dykes from Lancashire Wildlife Trust about Bats commencing at 8pm followed by a Bat walk around the churchyard. All ages are welcome to attend.

Over 65’s Annual Party
A reminder that the party takes place tomorrow, Friday 26th April, starting at 7.30pm. Please contact Agnes 826559 or Gill 826378 for any last minute alterations.

Stonyhurst Park Golf Club
The ladies section are holding a coffee morning at the club house on Saturday 27th April from 10am-12 noon. Everyhouse is most welcome to attend.

Joint Sponsored Walk
St. John’s and St. Joseph’s are organising a joint parish walk to raise money for school funds and the new toilet and disabled access at St. John’s. The walk will be on Sunday 5th May. If you wish to help please contact Gill or David Jacques 878222 or St. Joseph’s School 826246. Each participant should collect a Smartie tube in advance and then try fill it with 20p or £1coins. One whole tube can hold £35! The walk itself will start at St. John’s with bacon butties and end at St. Joseph’s about 3 hours later where cake will be served. This will be a lovely opportunity for both Parishes to get together to enjoy the countryside and to raise some much needed funds.

Coffee Stop
The next coffee stop will be at St. John’s Old School on Monday 6th May. This week it has a difference as there will be a concert on the organ by Stuart Whillis in the church commencing at 11 O’clock and then a soup and sandwich lunch will be served at 12 noon to raise money for St. John’s building Project.

Young Drivers Course
This Friday 19th April 2013, at St John’s Church Hall, Hurst Green there will be a free course has been designed by the Road Safety group at Lancashire County Council. Aimed at those aged 16 – 24, it will give young drivers a clearer insight into a range of elements that may contribute towards becoming safer drivers. All those attending are invited to a Jacob’s Join at 6pm with the course 6.30- 8.30pm.
For more details or to confirm your attendance contact Caroline Holden on 01254 826316/ csholden@btinternet.com or Nicky Bailey on 01254 826027/ blynicky@aol.com.

Youth Club
St. Joseph’s Youth Club meets on Friday 19th April at 7.30pm in the Memorial Hall. All young people over the age of 9 are welcome. There are many activities on offer from football to crafts. The Youth Group usually meets fortnightly with the next meeting being 3rd May. Volunteers are also needed please contact Steve Whalley for more information on 826926.

W.I.
The Hurst Green W.I. meet next on Thursday 25th April, the topic will be “Wills and Probate,” a question and answer session by Prema Taylor. The competition is for a pen and as usual, guests are most welcome. Hurst Green is a very active W.I. with a choir, book club and stitching group for further details contact Barbara Herd 826350 or come along next Thursday at 7.30pm.

Echo Meeting with Bat Walk
The Echo group will meet at St. John’s old school at 7pm on Friday 26th April. There will also be a Talk by Phil Dykes from Lancashire Wildlife Trust about Bats commencing at 8pm followed by a Bat walk around the churchyard. All ages are welcome to attend.

Over 65’s Annual Party
Once again Gill McDonnell and Agnes Bland are organising a party for the older people of the village. This will be on Friday 26th April, starting at 7.30pm. Please contact Agnes 826559 or Gill 826378 to book a place or to offer help.

Stonyhurst Park Golf Club
The ladies section are holding a coffee morning at the club house on Saturday 27th April from 10am-12 noon. Everyone is most welcome to attend.

Joint Sponsored Walk
St. John’s and St. Joseph’s are organising a joint parish walk to raise money for school funds and the new toilet and disabled access at St. John’s. The walk will be on Sunday 5th May. If you wish to help please contact Gill or David Jacques 878222 or St. Joseph’s School 826246. Each participant should collect a Smartie tube in advance and then try fill it with 20p or £1coins. One whole tube can hold £35! The walk itself will start at St. John’s with bacon butties and end at St. Joseph’s about 3 hours later where cake will be served. This will be a lovely opportunity for both Parishes to get together to enjoy the countryside and to raise some much needed funds.

Coffee Stop
The next coffee stop will be at St. John’s Old School on Monday 6th May. This week it has a difference as there will be a concert on the organ by Stuart Whillis in the church commencing at 11 O’clock and then a soup and sandwich lunch will be served at 12 noon to raise money for St. John’s building Project.

Memorial Hall
At the AGM held on Monday 11th March Agnes Bland was appointed as Treasurer to the committee. The next meeting of the committee is Monday 15th April at 7.30pm.

W.I.
The next meeting is on Thursday 28th March, it is Hurst Green W.I. birthday meeting and as well as a talk by Church Mouse Cheese there will be a bottle tombola. Members are asked to donate bottles of all types, from brown sauce to shampoo, squash to sherry. Ideally members are asked to give donations to a committee member before the next meeting.

Young Drivers Course
On Friday 19th April 2013, at St John’s Church Hall, Hurst Green there will be a free course has been designed by the Road Safety group at Lancashire County Council. Aimed at those aged 16 – 24, it will give young drivers a clearer insight into a range of elements that may contribute towards becoming safer drivers. All those attending are invited to a Jacob’s Join at 6pm with the course 6.30- 8.30pm. For more details or to confirm your attendance contact Caroline Holden on 01254 826316/ csholden@btinternet.com or Nicky Bailey on 01254 826027/ blynicky@aol.com .

Over 65’s Annual Party
Once again Gill McDonnell and Agnes Bland are organising a party for the older people of the village. This will be on Friday 26th April, starting at 7.30pm. Please contact Agnes 826559 or Gill 826378 to book a place or to offer help.

Stonyhurst Spring Fair
This April will see the launch of the first Spring Country Fair at Stonyhurst. The country living event will be taking place over the weekend of the 6th and 7th April 2013. Over 100 companies from across the country will be coming together over the two-day event to exhibit along the galleries of Stonyhurst College. Held inside the main building, visitors will be invited to enjoy the magnificent splendour of the College, with the exclusive opportunity to view the historical school and grounds. The Spring Country Fair promises to be a day out for all the family, featuring entertainment for the children with magic shows and face painting! A limited number of exciting products will be exhibited in the College grounds, including small traditional sailing craft and a selection of top of the range cars by Lexus. Tickets will be available to buy on arrival at the College and car parking is free and readily available, with assistance from our attendants. The event is £5 adults and £3 children and concessions.

Youth Club
Young people can be sure of a warm welcome at St. Joseph’s Youth Club which meets at the Memorial Hall fortnightly on a Friday from 7.30pm – 9pm. The club is open to all those over 9 years and volunteer helpers are also needed. The next meeting is tomorrow, 15th March. Contact Steve Whalley 826824 for further details.

Round the Green
The spring issue of the village newsletter will be put through letter boxes in the next week. Anyone living in Hurst Green who does not receive a copy please contact Nancy 826903.

Bishop Visits Coffee Stop
On Monday 18 March 2013 the 3 in 1 Coffee Stop at St John’s Old School Hurst Green is open as usual at 2pm and is delighted to have a very special customer. The Bishop of Bradford the Rt Rev Nick Baines is calling in at the Coffee Stop as part of his visit to the parish. Come along and meet Bishop Nick and give him a real Hurst Green welcome.

Fundraiser at the Shireburn
The local covers band “Junction 31″ have organised an evening of music and fundraising for Altham animal centre. Junction 31 are a versatile seven-piece covers band with a great mix of classic pop-rock, soul, funk and disco hits spanning five decades. Fun and energetic, Junction 31 are sure to get you up and dancing. The band are from all across East Lancashire and perform a wide range of music, covering artists such as Dusty Springfield, The Cure, Amy Winehouse, Toto, Sting, Jamiroquai, Wild Cherry, Roachford, Alannah Myles and Blondie.This event starts at 7pm on Saturday 23rd March, at the Shireburn Arms Hotel, Hurst Green, Near Clitheroe BB7 9QJ. Tickets are £15.00 and include a delicious Hot Pot supper. Tickets are available by Phoning 01200 425176 or purchase them from The Shireburn Arms in Hurst Green.

W.I.
The next meeting is on Thursday 28th March and as well as a talk on Cheese there will be a bottle tomola.. Members are asked to donate bottles of all types, from brown sauce to shampoo, squash to sherry. Ideally members are asked to give donations to a committee member before the next meeting.

Young Drivers Course
On Friday 19th April 2013, at St John’s Church Hall, Hurst Green there will be a free course has been designed by the Road Safety group at Lancashire County Council. Aimed at those aged 16 – 24, it will give young drivers a clearer insight into a range of elements that may contribute towards becoming safer drivers. All those attending are invited to a Jacob’s Join at 6pm with the course 6.30- 8.30pm.
For more details or to confirm your attendance contact Caroline Holden on 01254 826316/ csholden@btinternet.com or Nicky Bailey on 01254 826027/ blynicky@aol.com

Over 65’s Annual Party
Once again Gill McDonnell and Agnes Bland are organising a party for the older people of the village. This will be on Friday 26th April, starting at 7.30pm. Please contact Agnes 826559 or Gill 826378 to book a place.

W.I.
Last Thursday 27th February Bill Honeywell gave a fascinating talk about his appearance on “Who wants to be a Millionaire,”. The talk was delivered in a relaxed style and Bill spoke without notes but kept our membership spellbound by his journey to £250,000. Members are reminded that the next meeting is our birthday meeting and the talk is on “Church Mouse Cheeses”.

Memorial Hall AGM
The Memorial Hall will be having its AGM on Monday 11th March at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. Anyone wanting to join the committee should contact Kath Molyneux 826898 for further details. There is also still a vacancy for a treasurer and the committee is desperate for someone to come forward to take on this important role. Anyone who is interested should contact Kath.

Youth Club
Young people can be sure of a warm welcome at St. Joseph’s Youth Club which meets at the Memorial Hall forthnightly on a Friday from 7.30pm – 9pm. The club is open to all those over 9 years and volunteer helpers are also needed. The next meeting is Friday 15th March. Contact Steve Whalley 826824 for further details.

Coffee Stop
The next meeting will be Monday 18th March at St. John Old School. All are welcome and admission is free. Come and enjoy the company of friends and neighbours.

Friends of the Memorial Hall
This is an annual scheme for those who wish to support the Memorial Hall. Membership is £20 for families and £10 for individuals and all money goes to the up keep of our hall. If you wish to subscribe to this scheme please contact Nancy 826903 or nancy@rivers-mead.co.uk.

W.I.
The next monthly meeting takes place tonight, Thursday 28th February and there will be a talk by local estate agent Bill Honeywell about his experiences on the television show, “Who wants to be a Millionaire.” The competition is for a money box.

Fresh Meat Sale
Stephenson’s farm is having a fresh lamb and beef sale, tomorrow Friday 1st March. The sale is on from 2-5pm, please phone 07889 423299 for further details.

Memorial Hall AGM
The Memorial Hall will be having its AGM on Monday 11th March at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. Anyone wanting to join the committee should contact Kath Molyneux 826898 for further details.

Friends of the Memorial Hall
This is an annual scheme for those who wish to support the Memorial Hall. Membership is £20 for families and £10 for individuals and all money goes to the up keep of our hall. If you wish to subscribe to this scheme please contact Nancy 826903 or nancy@rivers-mead.co.uk.

Flea market
Hurst Green Bowling Club will be hosting their popular Flea market, at the Memorial Hall on Sunday 24th February. There will be a variety of stalls and delicious home made food will be available all day. Doors open at 10am until 4pm. Contact Stephen Hayhurst 826470.

Fairtrade at St. John’s
At 11am on Sunday 24 February 2013 St John’s Church are holding a Special ‘Fairtrade’ Service to start ‘Fairtrade’ fortnight. Bring along a ‘Fairtrade’ item with you and the most unusual will win a ‘Fairtrade’ gift. With the help of Oxfam Clitheroe there will be a ‘Fairtrade’ stall selling a wide variety of goods. Please come and join us as we move towards Hurst Green becoming a ‘Fairtrade’ Village.’

W.I.
The next monthly meeting takes place on Thursday 28th February and there will be a talk by local estate agent Bill Honeywell about his experiences on the television show, “Who wants to be a Millionaire.” The competition is for a money box.

Friends of the Memorial Hall.
This is an annual scheme for those who wish to support the Memorial Hall. Membership is £20 for families and £10 for individuals and all money goes to the up keep of our hall. If you wish to subscribe to this scheme please contact Nancy 826903 or nancy@rivers-mead.co.uk.

3 in 1 Coffee Stop
The next opening of this event will be Monday 4th March at St. John’s Old School, starting at 2pm. Come and meet friends and neighbours.

Luncheon Club
Will be on Thursday 7th March at the Bayley Arms. “ courses for £7.95, please contact John or Rita Holden 826313.