The Link, May 2007, Volume 2007

It looks like there will be an election for the new Parish Council on Thursday 3rd May. Our publicity paid off and we have fourteen residents keen to be Councillors. The first meeting will be on the Tuesday after the election and I will do my best to get the details to all new Councillors as soon as possible after I know the result.

I am getting reports that there is always a lot of litter outside the Victoria Institute and elsewhere in the Village. Can the Parish Council make a plea for everybody to try and keep the place clean. If there are persistent offenders, dropping litter, they can be fined by the City Council under new powers but we need some evidence - photos from a mobile are good enough.

We decided to present three Community Awards this year to the following residents for their long standing contributions and dedication to the life of the village.

To John Asworth for his work with young people and especially the Scouts in this their centenary year.

The big day is nearly upon us. The Parade leaves the Black Bull at 12noon. Attractions on the field include:- Magnus the StrongMan; Comedy Trampoline display; Bungee Trampoline; Craft Tent, and Funfair. All for only £2.50 for adults, Children Free.

After the recent AGM our new year has begun. Many thanks to all our members for supporting the club over the past year. At the AGM Joan Cunliffe left the committee. Joan has been a stalwart of the club since its renaissance and we are all very grateful for her contribution over the past 9 years. Happy retirement Joan as a mere member of the society!

Our plant sale and coffee morning is on Saturday 12 May from 10 am to 12 noon at the Victoria Institute. Please come along and support one of our main fund raising efforts of the year and do a bit of socialising at the same time. Volunteers to help behind the stalls would be welcome. Entrance is 50p and this includes coffee/tea and biscuits.

The club trip to Levens Hall is on 13 May. Let Graham, 770919, know if you want to come. Details of timing, cost and transport will be posted to those attending nearer the time. In broad terms we will be travelling by car, meeting at 12:30pm at the kiosk, and club members from last year will have subsidised entry. Should be good – the topiary is in great shape!

The trip to Bakewell/Buxton on Thursday 24th May will leave the Victoria Institute at 9.00am. First pick-up will be Caton and onwards to Brookhouse. This trip was much enjoyed the last time we went to this area, so be sure to book your seat via your representative. There will be one coach only.

Joan Fletcher:- 771232.

Dave Scholey has combined his chairmanship of the Football Club with the 200 Club following Dave Mason’s leaving the village and will bring some much needed youth and exuberance to the association. Results of the latest draws are as follows:

We will be having an Open Morning at the Pre-School (next door to Caton St Paul’s School in Brookhouse) on THURSDAY 17th MAY from 9.30am to 11.30 am.

Caton’s W I ladies met at the Victoria Institute on April 15th, where our President welcomed everybody.

Lunesdale Lawn Tennis Club, Ball Lane, Caton. ‘Wimbledon of the North.’

Come and play grass court tennis in Caton. All standards welcome. Open Sundays on 6th and 13th May at 2.30pm.

Contact secretary on 01524 222202. or www.lunesdaletennis.net

We hope you enjoyed out last meeting and we now commence with the trips.

On Thursday May 17th we are going to Leyland Garden Centre or a Motor Museum. We leave Brookhouse and the Institute at 1pm, returning about 6pm. We only have 1 coach so it is members only at first. Agents will contact members.

Any enquiries Tel, M. Dyson on 770364.

The Hornby Drama Group are providing an evening of 2 contrasting one act plays for your entertainment - suspense, mystery and nostalgia.

Please join us in the Hornby Institute on Friday 18th May at 8pm. Tickets £3.50 on the door.

Our library is now open in the Victoria Institute. We have a good selection of books; romance, crime, thrillers, gardening, and a growing children's section. Please come and have a look.

Books can be taken out for up to three weeks. There is a folder to sign out what you have taken.