Islip Newsletter

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ISLIP NEWSSUMMER 2017

I hope you enjoy it. The articles have a musical theme, so while you enjoy some of the villager’s garden photos, we will start with “FLOWERS IN THE RAIN” The Move 1968

(Quiz buffs will know it was the first record played on Radio One)

It’s not been long since our last newsletter, a valuable and essential way of communicating with the whole village. Unfortunately, still, nobody has come forward to take on this fairly

simple and worthwhile task, so the production of this bumper edition REALLY WILL

PROBABLY be the very last one!

In view of my previous comments obviously this introduction’s title, The Last Time by the Rolling Stones 1965 speaks for itself!

I have put this together to remind you all about what goes on in the village, what valuable facilities we have, and what a great place it is for us to live.

We will also celebrate some of the talent we are lucky enough to have in Islip.

Perhaps somebody who likes to write, will then come forward to keep the newsletter alive?

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“Sally Sally pride of our Alley” Gracie Fields 1956

We are proud to advise those of you who do not already know, that Sally Morris, a stalwart of this village who has done so much for so many, has been rewarded by the

Queen with an honour, Sally will shortly be presented with the British Empire Medal, a great achievement CONGRATULATIONS!

After that exciting news, we will continue with our musical theme

“THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY” Jo South 1969

RECREATION GROUND

The new play equipment is proving popular with the village “kids” both young and old-enough-to-know-better and it’s great to see that it is providing so much enjoyment. The zipwire has now been fully-repaired in time for a long-hot Summer and the 2nd goal has been re-instated and netted-up for

all to use.

We want to give a very big thank you to Ady Pendred who rounded-up some willing volunteers to dig the holes and heave the VERY heavy goalpost back in situ. It can’t have been easy and I am sure we all agree it was well worth it. To show our appreciation Joe Pendred (17), Alfie Pendred (14), Jack Tye (17), Codey (11), Jack (10) and Alfie (10), pictured below, all received shiny new footballs and

accessories so they can test out their hard work.

On a more serious note, we do need to ask those using and enjoying the rec to take some responsibility for the amount of rubbish that gets dropped in there. The Parish Council provide rubbish bins and pay for them to be emptied but at certain times of the year,

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particularly the Summer, the bins fill up quicker than we are able to empty them. If you find the bins full, could you please try and take your rubbish home with you. There is a bin near the phone box on the High Street just outside the Rec and another near the Old Post Office on the corner of the High Street and Mill Road if you have too much to carry all the way home. Not a day goes by that Parish Councillors and kind members of the public don’t pick up at least some rubbish and it is not uncommon for 3-4 bin bags to be collected after a sunny weekend. The Parish Council is trying to organise more bins but in the meantime PLEASE help us to keep the place tidy for all to enjoy.

Regrettably, since the article was written, we have had a number of instances of anti-social behaviour, which have marred villagers and their children’s use of the new facilities. There have been instances of under-age teenagers, drinking and generally behaving badly, consequently leaving broken bottles, and all manner of rubbish around the field. If you are

a parent, we would ask: Where is your teenage child this evening? We would ask all villagers to keep an eye out for silly behaviour and to report anything to the parish clerk’s

e mail address as shown in this letter.

P.S. URGENT Youngsters have been seen during the recent hot spells, swimming in the river near the works site, this is VERY DANGEROUS, please ensure you and your children

keep safe. Thanks for your help.

“CAN’T YOU HEAR MY HEART BEAT” Hermans Hermits 1967

PHONE BOX RESTORATION & VILLAGE DEFIBRILLATOR

We will soon be installing a defibrillator for the use of villagers in an emergency. We will have it fitted in the old phone box, which now belongs to the parish council.

The box is currently being refurbished, could you help with this task, could you give a hand to get this project finished, if you can, just get in touch with the parish clerk.

The English Rose

A summer morn, the air is sweet,A cool breeze softly blows.

It beckons me to come and greetThe fair and lovely rose.

And in the early morning peaceMy heart finds its repose.

All trials and tribulations cease;Defeated by the rose.

Forgetting turmoil, fear and hate, The world and all its woes,

I take this time to contemplateThe charismatic rose.

Regrets are shadows, past and gone;I find release from those

Each time I pause to gaze uponThe fragrant, dew-kissed rose.

This quiet place, so still and calm;It leads me to suppose

My troubled spirit finds its balmWithin the perfect rose.

So many write of this fair landIn poetry and prose,

But nothing speaks of EnglandLike the glory of her rose.

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“FOOTBALL CRAZY” Robin Hall & Jimmy McGregor 1960

SPORTS FIELD & PAVILION

As the football season has ended, we can report that the facility is being fully used and the pavilion hosts not only sports activities, but art classes, choir rehearses and there are numerous other users.

Summer cricket is in full swing, why not take a stroll down one weekend and enjoy the crack of leather on willow, they might even offer you a cup of tea.

Full details of matches over the coming months can be found on the web site.

Despite being busy, the pavilion with its excellent position, up to date kitchen and easy on- site parking, is also available to hire for a wide range of social events, parties etc., details on the parish web site, or phone Richard on 07811 744264 .

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throughout the year. New members would be most welcome, all that is needed initially, are smooth flat soled shoes. We have various sets of bowls which may be borrowed.The Bowls Club is situated within the Recreation Ground in the High Street. Please do come along and enjoy this great sport, we would be pleased to see you.

The stalls held at the Thrapston Charter Fair raised approximately £400 for club funds For more information contact – Barbara Finch, Secretary on 01832 733154

Islip Short Mat Bowls Club was formed in 1990, and is run by a committee of volunteers.The club is based in Islip Village Hall and meet every Tuesday morning, 10.00 am to 12 noon, we also meet up on Wednesday afternoons during the winter months, October to April, 2.00pm to 4.00pm.When playing there is always a break for tea and biscuits and if it happens to be some ones birthday delicious cakes generally appear, this gives everyone an opportunity to chat, meet and make friends.The charges are very reasonable just £3.00 per session, and a very low annual membership fee of £5.00.Short Mat Bowls is played on a 45ft carpet, it is a game which gives you gentle physical exercise, a non-contact sport which is enjoyed by all ages and can be played for many years.We welcome new members, if you have just moved into the area or are looking to take up a new hobby Short Mat Bowls may be the answer for you.Coaching will be given if required, we do ask you to wear plain flat soled shoes. If you would like any further details give Secretary Rosemary Shannon a call on 01933 624252, or come along to the Village Hall on a Tuesday morning, when you will be made most welcome.Rosemary Shannon – Secretary.

“BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATERS” Simon & Garfunkel 1970

BUT FIRST A SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT

Youngsters have been seen during the recent hot spells, swimming in the river near the works site, this is VERY DANGEROUS, please ensure you keep safe and

PLEASE DO NOT SWIM IN THE RIVER

Update on the river bridge works

From HIGHWAYS DEPARTMENT

What we are doing/ the benefits The old bridge has now been removed and in the short term there is no pedestrian

river crossing.

The new bridge will be higher meaning that it provides a more attractive and safe route for boats which will encourage tourism to the area and the River Nene, for pedestrians, it will be

wider and with much improved disabled access.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your patience during this necessary bridge closure, which is now experiencing some unavoidable delays. Regrettably, work on

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Memorial Bench

We are delighted to report that following completion of works on the sports field, a new bench has been

installed as a memorial to Cory Martin Mayes-James, an ideal place from which to watch an innings or two.

“WHEELS ON FIRE” Julie Driscoll 1967

Women’s Tour of Britain Cycle Race.

Stage one Daventry to Kettering via Islip.

This was a 5 day stage race and is the only major stage race for women on the racing calendar. The 1st stage came though Islip, it had all the top women professional riders from around the globe in their respective trade teams and each team has 8 riders in it. The stage was 147.5 kms or 91.7 miles long (all major races are always measured in kilometres). Each team has at least one team car which follows the race at the back of the bunch (known as the Peloton), should a rider get clear of the peloton by riding off the

front, by 30 seconds, then a neutral service car (not connected to trade team) will follow that rider. In case they require assistance, for replacing a wheel in the event of a puncture or bike change.

If fact Katarzya Niewadoma the Polish Champion of Wm3 Pro Cycling Team did break clear of the peloton with 47km to the finish and stayed away until the finish line in Kettering and won the 1st stage. She did in fact become the overall winner of the event, due to her team who kept her out of any crashes, which enabled her to finish near the front each day.

The race had a number of police outriders who came in front and behind the riders though Islip to stop all the traffic, along with event marshals, to ensure a smooth race for the riders.

Residents of Islip came out to cheer the riders as they came though the Village on route from Lowick Road, High Street and Chapel Hill before turning left over Nine Arches Bridge.

“GREAT BALLS OF FIRE” Jerry Lee Lewis 1957

Islip Bowls Clubs News

We are a small friendly Bowls Club. We play friendly matches against other clubs in the area. We also take part in in-house competitions and casual roll-ups. There is a social programme

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Art Classes For AllWeekly classes starting in September at

The Pavilion, IslipLearn to Paint and Draw in a relaxed atmosphere. Courses cover a wide variety of media and topics, with one to one help, demonstrations and projects. Everyone welcome, complete beginners and more experienced artists.

10 week course for £90.00Call Sarah on 01832 733531 or 07946 139944

or email sapendred@gmail.comor check out my Facebook page to see more

Sarah Pendred Art Classes

“ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE” The Beatles 1967

Its TOM LOVE’S VILLAGE ROUND UP

News from St Nicholas Church Islip

A huge thank-you to everyone who has supported the recent events held in the church. The concert by the Corby Male voice choir in May was an excellent evening featuring a wide range of songs.

The gift weekend at the beginning of July was also popular. Visitors came from across the county to view the flower displays and catch-up with friends locally. A quarter peal on the bells of St Nicholas was a wonderful way to close the week-end.

Dates you may wish to add to your diary are:

October 27 – 29 – The art and craft show will take place featuring work by local artists and crafters.

December 9-10 is the week-end for the Christmas tree festival. Anyone who would like to can enter a tree – entry is free and details will be circulated very soon –just keep the week-end free.

Everyone is welcome in church at any time you do not have to wait for a special event. If you are a cyclist or enjoy walking perhaps you might like to participate in the historic churches stride and ride event on Saturday September 9th. This provides the opportunity to visit a range of churches – as many as you can fit in between 10 am and 6 pm.

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the new foundations has encountered old concrete workings, of which we were unaware. We are trying to resolve the situation and get the new bridge in place asap.

Contact: Stuart Bell, Stuart SBell@kierwsp.co.uk 01604 883400

“SLOW DOWN” Beatles 1964

SPEEDWATCH UPDATE

For some time now, we have been trying, for the safety of all residents, to get people to stop speeding through the village. For some weeks now, you will have seen manned speed cameras at various sites in the village, sadly this has resulted in some drivers being reported to the police. Please be sensible and slow down, we don’t want to see you getting fined or having points on your licence,

we just want you to think and: SLOW DOWN“IN THE HALL OF THE MOUNTAIN KING” Edvard Greig

OUR VILLAGE HALL

Have you ever used the village hall?Did you know that there are lots of courses to suit all ages, fitness and interests. Activities

available include art, indoor bowls, table tennis, aerobics, karate and Pilates to name a few.

Perhaps you might like to consider using it for a birthday party or a family celebration.

It has an excellent kitchen together with a committee room for small meetings. The hall has a capacity of 100 and a large car park with disabled access.

If you would like further information, please contact either Julie on 730119 or Penny on 730057.

Do you have a few hours to spare?The village hall is run by a small team of volunteers who meet 4-5 times a year to plan and

monitor the running of the hall.

Do you like gardening?Would you like to volunteer to look after the village hall garden?

It's not large but needs weeding regularly in the summer and some pruning.If you are interested , Please ring Julie on 730119 or Penny on 730057

If you think you might like to join us, give us a call, we are a friendly bunch!

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Then on Wednesday 13th September at 7.30pm the monthly meeting will take place in its regular venue Islip WMC main hall, when the topic will be the Work of the Northampton Hope Centre. The competition will be 'A Postcard'.

The Rose & Crown Pub Our main events are;-

22nd July - Thai Night - International Cuisine Series. £14.95 per head, buffet style meals served at your table from our Thai Chef Joy.(monthly, booking required)

26th July - BINGO - Prize games and a cash jackpot game. Also includes a raffle.(monthly)

Tue 1st Aug - Fish Night - from £9.95 fresh fish hand battered to order. (Booking required)

Sat 5th Aug - Authentic American Breakfast - From £4.95 (Booking advised)

Sat 12th Aug - Tapas Evening - from £4.95 - a beautiful selection of traditional and modern tapas dishes (booking required)

Tue 15th Aug - Steak Night - from £9.95 for locally sourced meat and poultry as well as a vegetarian option. (monthly, booking required)

Wed 16th Aug - Monthly Pub Quiz in support of Islip Football Pavilion.(monthly)

BINGO - Prize games and a cash jackpot game. Also includes a raffle.(monthly)

Sat 26th Aug - Thai Night - International Cuisine Series. £14.95 per head, buffet style meals served at your table from our Thai Chef Joy.(monthly, booking required)

Sat 2nd Sept - Authentic American Breakfast - From £4.95 (Booking advised)

Tue 5th Sept -Fish Night - from £9.95 fresh fish hand battered to order. (Booking required)

Sat 9th Sept - Tapas Evening - from £4.95 - a beautiful selection of traditional and modern tapas dishes (booking required)

Wed 13th Sept- Monthly Pub Quiz in support of Islip Football Pavilion.(monthly)

Tue 19th Sept - Steak Night - from £9.95 for locally sourced meat and poultry as well as a vegetarian option. (monthly, booking required)

Thurs 21st Sept- BINGO - Prize games and a cash jackpot game. Also includes a raffle.(monthly)

Sat 23rd Sept - Thai Night - International Cuisine Series. £14.95 per head, buffet style meals served at your table from our Thai Chef Joy.(monthly, booking required).

ISLIP W.M.CLUB NEWS;

Islip W.M.Club's 'Special' Activities in End JULY 2017;Tuesday; 25th July - Mash School of Dancing classes (in main hall);4.00pm = children uti 8 years old, 5.00pm = children 9 years and over. 6.45pm – 9.00pm = Intermediate Adult Ballroom and Latin. Details please contact Shelley on 01536 504486 or visit www.mashdance.co.ukWednesday 26th July; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall). Wednesday 26th July; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' at 8.30pm (in lounge); Cash prizes. All Welcome.

Islip W.M.Club's Diary of regular activities in End JULY 2017;Sundays; 23rd & 30th;– Club Open from 12 noon to 5.00pm (Bingo from 3.30pm).Mondays; 24th & 31st at 7.30pm;- Snooker - (East Northants Snooker League). Mondays; 24th & 31st at 8.30pm;- Skittles (Islip & District Summer Charity Skittles League).Monday; 17th at 8.00pm;- Islip WMC Committee meeting . Thursdays; 20th & 27th at 8.30pm; Skittles (Rushden 4-A-Side Skittle League).Fridays; 21st & 28th, Bingo sessions at 8.30pm in main hall.Saturdays; 22nd & 29th; Open all day from 12 noon. TV Tipster's competition.

Islip W.M.Club's 'Special' Activities in AUGUST 2017;

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If you would like to come to church but are unable to come on your own, or you are finding difficulty in getting there, do please contact one of us, as below, and we will do our best to help.

Contact details: Rector Revd Nolan Robson, 734 614: Reader: Joy Farey-Wood 733 073:Churchwardens: Sally Morris BEM 733 392: Elizabeth Cox 734 253, elizco@ukgo.com:Secretary: Gisela Daniels 734 133: Websites: www.oundledeanery.org.uk/parishes/islip or achurchnearyou.com/islip-st-nicholas-church

ISLIP ‘FRIENDSHIP CLUB’ NEWS; The Friendship Club welcomes its fortnightly afternoon social get-togethers held in the Islip WMC main hall from 2.00 pm till 4.00pm. Coach outing during the Summer tba. The next sessions will take place on Wednesdays 26th July; 9th August, 23rd August; 6th September, 20th September and 4th October. Please contact Liz Curtis on 01832 732619 for further details.

ISLIP AGE-CONCERN ‘WELCOME CLUB’; Please note; The group’s ‘Summer Break’ will take place after the activities and a hot fresh luncheon on Thursday 27th July until the restart on Thursday 7th September from 10.30am to 1.30pm in the Islip village hall. New members are most welcome.Please contact Group Organiser Tess Rose on 01832 732718 if further details required.

The next scheduled fixtures are as follows;- JULY; Thursday 20th at 6.30pm a 4 rinks away at Stanwick: On Sunday 23rd at 2.00pm at home Tansley Cup: Thursday 27th at 6.30pm a 4 rinks away at Raunds: Saturday 29th at 2.30pm a 4 rinks home against the Managers & Foremen: AUGUST; Thursday 3rd at 6.30pm a 4 rinks away at OG's Wellingboro: Saturday 5th at 2.00pm a 4 home club game. Sunday 6th at 2.30pm is the Islip Bowls Club 'Presidents Day' competition matches. Tuesday 8th at 2.00pm is a 4 rinks home against Finedon. Thursday 10th at 6.30pm is a 4 rinks home match against Geddington. Saturday 12th at 2.30pm (4 rinks) away at Ise. Sunday 13th at 2.30pm a 4 rinks home against Burton Latimer. Thursday 17th at 6.30pm a 5 triples home against Thrapston. Sunday 20th at Burton Latimer Gala. Tuesday 22nd at 2.30pm 4 rinks away at Mears Ashby Thursday 24th at 2.00pm home Club Game. Saturday 26th at 2.30pm home at Woodsend. Thursday 31st at 2.00pm 4 rinks home against Redwell. SEPTEMBER Saturday 2nd at 2.30pm 4 rinks home against Kettering Athletic. Sunday 3rd at Geddington Gala. Thursday 7th at 2.00pm 4 rinks away at Kettering Park. Saturday 9th at 2.30pm 4 rinks away at Woodsend. Sunday 10th at 2.30pm 4 rinks home against Swanspool. Thursday 21st at 2.00pm 4 rinks away at Finedon Saturday 23rd at 2.30pm 4 rinks at Managers & Foremen. Sunday 24th at 2.00pm skittles -v- Islip WMC.

ISLIP LADIES CHOIRMeet every Monday from 2.00pm – 3.30pm in the St James' Church Hall, Thrapston. Please contact Barbara on 01536 394431 for further details.

ISLIP W.I; The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 9th August with an outing or a picnic:

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Tuesdays; 1st; 8th; 15th; 22nd and 29th August - Mash School of Dancing classes; 4.00pm = children uti 8 years old, 5.00pm = children 9 years and over. 6.45pm - 9.00pm = Intermediate Adult Ballroom & Latin. Details please contact Shelley on 01536 504486 or visit www.mashdance.co.uk

Friday 4th August at 8.30pm in the main hall will be the monthly 'Bingo big book Special' session.Wednesday 9th August; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall).Wednesday 9th August; Islip W.I.Wednesday 9th August at 8.30pm; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' in lounge; Cash prizes. All Welcome.Wednesday 16th August at 8.30pm; Islip & District Summer Charity Skittle League; AGM & Half Subs. Wednesday 23rd August; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall).Wednesday 23rd August at 8.30pm; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' in lounge; Cash prizes. All Welcome.

Islip W.M.Club's Diary of regular activities in AUGUST 2017;Sundays; 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th – Club Open from 12 noon to 5.00pm (Bingo from 3.30pm.)Mondays; 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th at 8.30pm; – Skittles (Islip & District Summer Charity Skittles League).Thursdays; 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31th at 8.30pm; Skittles (Rushden 4-A-Side Skittles League).Fridays; 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th, Bingo sessions at 8.30pm in main hall.Saturdays; 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th; Open all day from 12 noon. TV Tipster's competition.

Islip W.M.Club's 'Special' Activities in SEPTEMBER 2017; Friday 1st September at 8.30pm in the main hall will be the monthly 'Bingo big book Special' session.

Tuesdays; 5th; 12th; 19th and 26th September; - Mash School of Dancing classes; 4.00pm = children uti 8 years old, 5.00pm = children 9 years and over. 6.45pm - 9.00pm = Intermediate Adult Ballroom & Latin. Details please contact Shelley on 01536 504486 or visit www.mashdance.co.ukWednesday 6th September; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall).Wednesday 6th September at 8.30pm; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' in lounge; Cash prizes. All Welcome.Wednesday 7th September at 8.30pm; Rushden 4-A-Side Skittle League; Skittle Meeting, Half Way Subs. Plus Captain's Cup competition.Saturday 9th September; C.I.U. South East Midlands Branch Skittles Finals - tba ?Sunday 10th September from 2.00pm; Charity Skittles in memory of 'Bev' Peacock in aid of Northampton 'Finedon Kidney Ward'. Wednesday 13th September; Islip WI at 7.30pm in main hall;- Topic; Work of the Northampton Hope Centre. Competition; 'A Postcard'.Wednesday 20th September; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall).Wednesday 20th September at 8.30pm; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' in lounge; Cash prizes. All Welcome.

Thursday 21st September at 8.00pm (in main hall) – Vintage Tractor- Crank-up '87 Club meeting.Sunday 24th September at 2.00pm; Skittles Match;- Islip WMC -v- Islip Bowls Club.Islip W.M.Club's Diary of regular activities in SEPTEMBER 2017;Sundays; 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th – Club Open from 12 noon to 5.00pm (Bingo from 3.30pm.)Mondays; 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th at 8.30pm;- Skittles (Islip & District Summer Charity Skittle League).Thursdays; 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th at 8.30pm; Skittles (Three Shires Skittles League).Fridays; 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th, Bingo sessions at 8.30pm in main hall.Saturdays; 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th;- Open all day from 12 noon. TV Tipster's competition.

Islip W.M.Club's Activities in early OCTOBER 2017;Monday 2nd at 8.30pm; Islip & District Summer Charity Skittle League;- Islip WMC 'A' -v- Rushden Cons.Tuesday 3rd;- Mash School of Dancing classes; Wednesday 4th from 2.00pm to 4.00pm;- Islip 'Friendship Club' meeting in main hall.Wednesday 4th at 8.30pm; Islip & District Summer Charity Skittle League;- Skittle MeetingWednesday 4th at 8.30pm; Rodney's Quiz Night' in the lounge.Thursday 5th at 8.30pm; Rushden 4-A-Side Skittle League;- Islip WMC 'B' -v- 3 Compasses, Upper Dean. Friday 6th at 8.30pm in the main hall will be the monthly 'Bingo big book 'Special session'.

USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS AND CONTACTS, IN THE VILLAGE

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Then on Wednesday 13th September at 7.30pm the monthly meeting will take place in its regular venue Islip WMC main hall, when the topic will be the Work of the Northampton Hope Centre. The competition will be 'A Postcard'.

The Rose & Crown Pub Our main events are;-

22nd July - Thai Night - International Cuisine Series. £14.95 per head, buffet style meals served at your table from our Thai Chef Joy.(monthly, booking required)

26th July - BINGO - Prize games and a cash jackpot game. Also includes a raffle.(monthly)

Tue 1st Aug - Fish Night - from £9.95 fresh fish hand battered to order. (Booking required)

Sat 5th Aug - Authentic American Breakfast - From £4.95 (Booking advised)

Sat 12th Aug - Tapas Evening - from £4.95 - a beautiful selection of traditional and modern tapas dishes (booking required)

Tue 15th Aug - Steak Night - from £9.95 for locally sourced meat and poultry as well as a vegetarian option. (monthly, booking required)

Wed 16th Aug - Monthly Pub Quiz in support of Islip Football Pavilion.(monthly)

BINGO - Prize games and a cash jackpot game. Also includes a raffle.(monthly)

Sat 26th Aug - Thai Night - International Cuisine Series. £14.95 per head, buffet style meals served at your table from our Thai Chef Joy.(monthly, booking required)

Sat 2nd Sept - Authentic American Breakfast - From £4.95 (Booking advised)

Tue 5th Sept -Fish Night - from £9.95 fresh fish hand battered to order. (Booking required)

Sat 9th Sept - Tapas Evening - from £4.95 - a beautiful selection of traditional and modern tapas dishes (booking required)

Wed 13th Sept- Monthly Pub Quiz in support of Islip Football Pavilion.(monthly)

Tue 19th Sept - Steak Night - from £9.95 for locally sourced meat and poultry as well as a vegetarian option. (monthly, booking required)

Thurs 21st Sept- BINGO - Prize games and a cash jackpot game. Also includes a raffle.(monthly)

Sat 23rd Sept - Thai Night - International Cuisine Series. £14.95 per head, buffet style meals served at your table from our Thai Chef Joy.(monthly, booking required).

ISLIP W.M.CLUB NEWS;

Islip W.M.Club's 'Special' Activities in End JULY 2017;Tuesday; 25th July - Mash School of Dancing classes (in main hall);4.00pm = children uti 8 years old, 5.00pm = children 9 years and over. 6.45pm – 9.00pm = Intermediate Adult Ballroom and Latin. Details please contact Shelley on 01536 504486 or visit www.mashdance.co.ukWednesday 26th July; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall). Wednesday 26th July; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' at 8.30pm (in lounge); Cash prizes. All Welcome.

Islip W.M.Club's Diary of regular activities in End JULY 2017;Sundays; 23rd & 30th;– Club Open from 12 noon to 5.00pm (Bingo from 3.30pm).Mondays; 24th & 31st at 7.30pm;- Snooker - (East Northants Snooker League). Mondays; 24th & 31st at 8.30pm;- Skittles (Islip & District Summer Charity Skittles League).Monday; 17th at 8.00pm;- Islip WMC Committee meeting . Thursdays; 20th & 27th at 8.30pm; Skittles (Rushden 4-A-Side Skittle League).Fridays; 21st & 28th, Bingo sessions at 8.30pm in main hall.Saturdays; 22nd & 29th; Open all day from 12 noon. TV Tipster's competition.

Islip W.M.Club's 'Special' Activities in AUGUST 2017;

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Please remember that most or all of these people are volunteers, so please be considerate about when, and at what time you call, except of course in an

emergency!

Islip Parish Council clerk: Julia 07756851026 islip.clerk@gmail.com

Problems with street lights : streetlighting.ipc@gmail.com

Sports Pavilion and field bookings: Richard 07811744264

Village Hall bookings: julielymn@icloud.com 01832 730119 or penny@midasstrategies.co.uk 01832 730057 if unavailable please try the alternative number.

Islip Working Mens Club: Terry 01832 733165, Bowls Club Pete 01832 735170

St Nicholas Church Wardens: Sally Morris 01832 733392, Elizabeth Cox 01832 734253

Much of the above plus lots more information, can be found on www.islip-parish.co.uk

AND FINALLY

If you feel that you could produce, or help to produce, a village news sheet please contact the clerk on the above number or email

islipparish@gmail.com .

ALL INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN ANY FUTURE NEWSLETTER MUST BE SUBMITTED TO islipparish@gmail.com BY 15th SEPTEMBER AT THE LATEST.

Thanks for reading this I hope you enjoyed it. Bob

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Tuesdays; 1st; 8th; 15th; 22nd and 29th August - Mash School of Dancing classes; 4.00pm = children uti 8 years old, 5.00pm = children 9 years and over. 6.45pm - 9.00pm = Intermediate Adult Ballroom & Latin. Details please contact Shelley on 01536 504486 or visit www.mashdance.co.uk

Friday 4th August at 8.30pm in the main hall will be the monthly 'Bingo big book Special' session.Wednesday 9th August; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall).Wednesday 9th August; Islip W.I.Wednesday 9th August at 8.30pm; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' in lounge; Cash prizes. All Welcome.Wednesday 16th August at 8.30pm; Islip & District Summer Charity Skittle League; AGM & Half Subs. Wednesday 23rd August; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall).Wednesday 23rd August at 8.30pm; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' in lounge; Cash prizes. All Welcome.

Islip W.M.Club's Diary of regular activities in AUGUST 2017;Sundays; 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th – Club Open from 12 noon to 5.00pm (Bingo from 3.30pm.)Mondays; 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th at 8.30pm; – Skittles (Islip & District Summer Charity Skittles League).Thursdays; 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31th at 8.30pm; Skittles (Rushden 4-A-Side Skittles League).Fridays; 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th, Bingo sessions at 8.30pm in main hall.Saturdays; 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th; Open all day from 12 noon. TV Tipster's competition.

Islip W.M.Club's 'Special' Activities in SEPTEMBER 2017; Friday 1st September at 8.30pm in the main hall will be the monthly 'Bingo big book Special' session.

Tuesdays; 5th; 12th; 19th and 26th September; - Mash School of Dancing classes; 4.00pm = children uti 8 years old, 5.00pm = children 9 years and over. 6.45pm - 9.00pm = Intermediate Adult Ballroom & Latin. Details please contact Shelley on 01536 504486 or visit www.mashdance.co.ukWednesday 6th September; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall).Wednesday 6th September at 8.30pm; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' in lounge; Cash prizes. All Welcome.Wednesday 7th September at 8.30pm; Rushden 4-A-Side Skittle League; Skittle Meeting, Half Way Subs. Plus Captain's Cup competition.Saturday 9th September; C.I.U. South East Midlands Branch Skittles Finals - tba ?Sunday 10th September from 2.00pm; Charity Skittles in memory of 'Bev' Peacock in aid of Northampton 'Finedon Kidney Ward'. Wednesday 13th September; Islip WI at 7.30pm in main hall;- Topic; Work of the Northampton Hope Centre. Competition; 'A Postcard'.Wednesday 20th September; Friendship Club meeting at 2.00pm - 4.00pm (in main hall).Wednesday 20th September at 8.30pm; Rodney's 'Quiz Night' in lounge; Cash prizes. All Welcome.

Thursday 21st September at 8.00pm (in main hall) – Vintage Tractor- Crank-up '87 Club meeting.Sunday 24th September at 2.00pm; Skittles Match;- Islip WMC -v- Islip Bowls Club.Islip W.M.Club's Diary of regular activities in SEPTEMBER 2017;Sundays; 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th – Club Open from 12 noon to 5.00pm (Bingo from 3.30pm.)Mondays; 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th at 8.30pm;- Skittles (Islip & District Summer Charity Skittle League).Thursdays; 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th at 8.30pm; Skittles (Three Shires Skittles League).Fridays; 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th, Bingo sessions at 8.30pm in main hall.Saturdays; 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th;- Open all day from 12 noon. TV Tipster's competition.

Islip W.M.Club's Activities in early OCTOBER 2017;Monday 2nd at 8.30pm; Islip & District Summer Charity Skittle League;- Islip WMC 'A' -v- Rushden Cons.Tuesday 3rd;- Mash School of Dancing classes; Wednesday 4th from 2.00pm to 4.00pm;- Islip 'Friendship Club' meeting in main hall.Wednesday 4th at 8.30pm; Islip & District Summer Charity Skittle League;- Skittle MeetingWednesday 4th at 8.30pm; Rodney's Quiz Night' in the lounge.Thursday 5th at 8.30pm; Rushden 4-A-Side Skittle League;- Islip WMC 'B' -v- 3 Compasses, Upper Dean. Friday 6th at 8.30pm in the main hall will be the monthly 'Bingo big book 'Special session'.

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