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January - February 2014 Items for the Newsletter for March/April 2014 before Monday 10th February please. Contributions to the Editor at: The Old Chapel, Chapel Lane, Timsbury, SO51 0NW or preferably email:- [email protected] The Newsletter is produced for the Parish Council and distributed by volunteers every two months For information contact the Editor, Mike Koscian Tel: 01794 368577 Police Phone 101 08450 45 45 45 (Ask for the Force Enquiry Centre) For urgent calls ONLY use 999 Churches: St Mary’s Michelmersh St Andrew’s Timsbury Rector: The Rev Canon Steve Pittis 01794 368335 Jubilee Hall Warden/Bookings 368492 Parish Council Clerk: Katie Hardy 367289 [email protected] Chairman: Bob Davis 368118 WEBSITE: www.michelmershandtimsbury.org Test Valley Borough Council Romsey 527700 : Andover 01264 368000 Web site: www.testvalley.gov.uk TVBC Councillor Tony Ward 01794 389649 Email: [email protected] HCC County Councillor Andrew Gibson 01264 861138 MP Caroline Nokes: 01794 512132 [email protected] VILLAGE INFORMATION

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January - February 2014

Items for the Newsletter for March/April 2014 before Monday 10th February please.Contributions to the Editor at: The Old Chapel, Chapel Lane, Timsbury, SO51 0NW

or preferably email:- [email protected] Newsletter is produced for the Parish Council and distributed by volunteers every two months

For information contact the Editor, Mike Koscian Tel: 01794 368577

PolicePhone 101

08450 45 45 45 (Ask for the ForceEnquiry Centre)

For urgent calls ONLY use 999

Churches:St Mary’s MichelmershSt Andrew’s Timsbury

Rector: The Rev Canon Steve Pittis01794 368335

Jubilee Hall Warden/Bookings 368492

Parish CouncilClerk: Katie Hardy 367289

[email protected]: Bob Davis 368118

WEBSITE: www.michelmershandtimsbury.org

Test Valley Borough CouncilRomsey 527700 : Andover 01264 368000

Web site: www.testvalley.gov.ukTVBC Councillor Tony Ward 01794 389649

Email: [email protected]

HCC County CouncillorAndrew Gibson 01264 861138

MP Caroline Nokes: 01794 [email protected]

VILLAGE INFORMATION

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VILLAGE WEATHERAverage Overnight Minimum Overnight Average Day Time Maximum Day Time Rainfall

Temperature Temperature Temperature Temperature mm

October 10.8 (7.3) 4 (-1) 16.9 (13.4) 21 (18) 117 (140)

November 4.8 (5) -2 (-2) 10 (10.2) 16 (14) 63 (132)

EDITORIAL

Last years figures in brackets.

Firstly I hope you all had a great Christmas and will have a happy and healthy New Year. Apologies to those whobooked to see the film Promised Land. This was cancelled due to the late release to Moviola. However, comingshortly we have Rush, which is a re-creation of the merciless 1970s rivalry between Formula One rivals James Huntand Niki Lauda. This will be showing in the Jubilee Hall on the 7th February. To follow this on the 7th March, we havePhilomena, telling the story of a woman’s search for her son who was taken away at birth starring Judy Dench. Moredetails can be found on page 5. Please support your local community by coming to these films. If you do come youwill see the new patio doors recently installed in the Hall,.which are shown below.

Mike Koscian - Editor

www.wagtailwalks.com

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FRIENDS OF ST MARY’SThe Jan 16 General Meeting ''Planning the programme'is cancelled. We already have enough speakers for2014.

The A to Z of Mental Health – A talk by Dr Guy RobertsIf you didn’t come to this talk because you thought it maybe depressing it is a great shame as Dr Roberts left theaudience in no doubt that professional help is availablelocally, many symptoms of mental illness are curableand that the topic can and should be discussed openlyand without stigma.He raised awareness of many issues involved. Theseinclude access to services, the role of professional staff,mood disorder, anxiety, substance abuse, schizophreniaand dementia. The first port of call is via the GP serviceand 90% to 95% of patients will be successfullymanaged by their GP. He stressed the importance oflistening and talking with patients and this is truewhether treated through the NHS or as a private patient.He also touched on the funding restraints the servicehas to cope with.In brief, Dr Roberts explained that anxiety is normal andthat it can be used to positive effect. Substances suchas alcohol and drugs should be avoided and theiroveruse is just as common in rural dwellers as thoseliving in urban areas. 80% of fatal traffic accidentsinvolve someone who has drunk alcohol as had 40% of

A and E casualties. Some illnesses, such asschizophrenia are life long but treatment is available tocontrol many of the symptoms. 1 in 100 people sufferfrom this distressing disease.Dementia is caused by structural changes in the brainand is not necessarily due to people ageing. Hedescribed the different types of dementia and stressedthat in all cases of mental illness, early diagnosis isinvaluable.At the end of the talk we had a clearer insight into theaccess and structure of the mental health service as wellas a better understanding of the causes and symptomsof mental illness. Dr Roberts’ empathy and care for hispatients was obvious throughout his talk.

Dee Tuffill

The November talk, Photographing Interiors by JohnCritchley, was an iillustrated talk. He showed someexamples of the work he had done and the technique heused. This often involved getting up very early to get thebest daylight The pictures were very impressive andinterested everyone, there are many keen photogra-phers in Michelmersh.We are always pleased to know of anyone in the areawho can give a talk or recommend speakers. We appearto have an endless supply of local talent.

Gill Roberts

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We are very pleased with our latest hall improvement.The observant amongst you will have spotted the newpatio doors at the rear of the building. The old doors havebeen causing us concern for some time, but have nowbeen removed and replaced with very smart bi-fold doors,opening across the whole window width. We are verygrateful to RS Construction, who carried out the workand to ExxonMobil for a contribution of £500 from theirVolunteer Involvement Programme, recognising the timegiven to the charity by our Chairman, Nick Bone. Thenew doors will be very much appreciated by all hall userswhen the next hot summer arrives – booked for 2014!

Also booked for 2014 -Saturday 4 January is our annual visit from The ForestForge Theatre Company, to present their ChristmasShow, “Anne of Green Gables”. Tickets may be sold out,but if you haven’t got yours, give me a ring 368118, justin case.

Friday 7 February. Film Night - “Rush” ‘Here’s aFormula One story that’s not just for petrolheads.’ TheTelegraph.

Friday 7 March Film Night - “Philomena” ‘StephenFrears’s Philomena, starring Judi Dench and SteveCoogan, is both a bona fide crowd-pleaser and a dramaof real intelligence’ The Telegraph

Trailers for these films (and probably every other filmmade) can be found on the web.

Friday 28 March – Fish & Chip Quiz with Nigel Fox.Teams of 8(ish)

Apart from the Newsletter hall events are advertised byposters around the village and by email. If you do notreceive village emails, including Police reports why notemail [email protected] to be put on thelist. Tickets for hall events can also be booked at [email protected]

The hall is a charity, run by the committee - the trustees.The AGM is open to all villagers and will be held onWednesday 15 January at 7:30pm in the main hall

Kath Davis.

JUBILEE HALL

JUBILEE HALLFriday 7th February

7:30pm

RUSH

Set against the sexy and glamorous golden age ofracing, Rush portrays the exhilarating true story ofthe charismatic Hunt and the methodically brilliantLauda, two of the greatest rivals the world of sportshas ever witnessed. Taking us into their personallives and clashes on and off the Grand Prix racetrack,Rush follows the two drivers as they pushthemselves to the breaking point of physical andpsychological endurance, where there is no shortcutto victory and no margin for error.

Tickets £5, (£5.50 on the door) fromMike Koscian 368577, Kath Davis 368118

[email protected]

Refreshments will be served before and during theinterval

JUBILEE HALLFriday 7th March

7:30pm

PHILOMENA

A world-weary political journalist picks up the story ofa woman's search for her son, who was taken awayfrom her decades ago after she became pregnant andwas forced to live in a convent.

StaringJudi Dench, Steve Coogan,

Sophie Kennedy Clark

Tickets £5, (£5.50 on the door) fromMike Koscian 368577, Kath Davis 368118

[email protected]

Refreshments will be served before and during theinterval

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ST. MARY'S, MICHELMERSH ~ ST. ANDREW'S, TIMSBURYin the United Benefice of Braishfield

Rector: The Rev Canon Steve PittisThe Rectory, Braishfield

Telephone: 01794 368335/01794 [email protected]

Day off Friday

Why is Jesus special?

Wouldn’t it be great if God spoke to us?Words communicate who we are, what we are like, what we think and feel and want.If God were to speak to you, what would you want him to say? But how could God speak to us in away that everybody in every country, in every race, in every culture, in every generation couldunderstand? How about if he became one of us? And that’s what he did in the person of Jesus.God stepped inside his creation and shared our humanity. If you want to know what God is like,look at Jesus.

Because God shared our human existence, he knows what our lives are like. He can understandand help us in joys, sorrows, pleasure and suffering. What’s more we can see in Jesus that God isa loving God, forgiving; caring for broken, hurting people & passionate about justice. Not distant orout to get us the moment we step out of line. In the person of Jesus, God is speaking to people, toyou and to me, and saying ‘I love you; I’ve come to find you, to rescue you.’

Wouldn’t it be great if someone could show us the way through life?Jesus came as the true light. In his light things appear for what they really are; and that includes us!That’s scary, and that’s why a lot of people keep away from Jesus. He sees right through us andknows us as we really are - our secret thoughts, motivations, selfishness, guilt - as well as ourhopes and dreams, our hurts and sadness. Yet the amazing fact is that he loves us for who we areand wants to have a relationship with us. He came to offer forgiveness for the past and peace in ourhearts today.

I wonder what 2014 might hold for you. Jesus comes as a guiding light; he can show us how tomake sense of our lives; to give us purpose, meaning & direction in an often bewildering, uncertainand lonely world.

Wouldn’t it be great if someone could give us a life that really satisfies, where we genuinelybecome who we are meant to be?Many people are so busy making a living that they never make a life. They fill it with work andconsumerism yet deep down is a sense that something is missing. Jesus said ‘I have come that youmight have life, life in all its fullness’. He spoke of a new quality of life; life in touch with God; lifewhich has a future and a hope.

Most people are fed up with empty God-words or outward religion. If there is a God then he must bereal, relevant, knowable.Jesus is God speaking to us, God coming to us.Jesus shows us the truth about God and about us and offers to lead us through life.Jesus gives life that has meaning, that satisfies and that has a future beyond death.

That’s why he’s special!

Steve Pittis

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CHURCH SERVICESJanuary/February 2014

St Mary’s, Michelmersh and St Andrew’s, TimsburyAlso All Saints Braishfield, St John’s Farley Chamberlayne and All Saints Awbridge

Details are understood to be correct when printed.V

COMPLETE UP TO DATE DETAILS OF ANY LAST MINUTE CHANGES TO SERVICES, CAN BE FOUND INTHE UNITED BENEFICE MAGAZINE‘FIVE ALIVE’ AVAILABLE FROM ALL CHURCHES, PUBLISHED

MONTHLY & THE VILLAGE WEBSITE

Michelmersh Timsbury Braishfield FarleyChamberlayne

Awbridge

JanuarySunday 5th

Epiphany9.30 am

Morning Worship11.00 am

Morning PrayerNo Holy Communion

9.30 amFamily Service

6.00 pmEvening Prayer

9.30 amHoly Communion

No First Service

Sunday 12th

1st of Epiphany6.00 pm

Holy Communion11.00 am

Family Service9.30 am

Morning Prayer8.00 am

Holy Communion9.30 am

Morning Worship

Sunday 19th

2nd of Epiphany6.00 pm

Evening Prayer10.00 am

Holy Communion6.00 pm

Evening Prayer11.15 am

Family Service9.30 am

Holy Communion

Sunday 26th

3rd of Epiphany8.00 am

Holy Communion6.00 pm

Evening Prayer9.30 am

HolyCommunion

11.15 amMorning Prayer

9.30 amFamily Worship

FebruarySunday 2nd

Candelmas10.00 am

United BeneficeHoly Communion

2.30 pmMessy Church

6.30 pmFirst Service

First Service – Awbridge – 6.30 pm

Sunday 9th

5th of Epiphany6.00 pm

Holy Communion11.00 am

Family Service9.30 am

Morning Prayer8.00 am

HolyCommunion

9.30 amMorning Worship

Sunday 16th

6th of Epiphany6.00 pm

Evening Prayer10.00 am

HolyCommunion

16.00 pmEvening Prayer

11.15 amFamily Service

9.30 amHoly Communion

Sunday 23rd

7th of Epiphany8.00 am

Holy Communion6.00 pm

Evening Prayer9.30 am

Holy Communion11.15 am

Morning Prayer9.30 am

Family Worship

Michelmersh Timsbury Braishfield FarleyChamberlayne

Awbridge

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MICHELMERSH AND TIMSBURY HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY A most memorable talk was given on November 11th byChris Bird, Lecturer at Sparsholt College. Chris a regularand most welcome visitor to our Society who excelledhimself with his talk on ‘PLANT FERTILIZERS’.Speakers are usually expected to talk for some 45minutes and then perhaps answer any questions thattheir talk may have raised. Chris invited comments orquestions during his talk that members present thoughtmight need elaboration. Such was the interest in hissubject that he talked for some 90 minutes (!) answeringquestions.

December 9th saw the festive season once again with theexcuse for the Society’s most popular event. Therewere about 60 members who gathered together to enjoythe CHRISTMAS PARTY. This was once again in thepopular format starting with a welcoming warming glassof mulled wine prepared and served by Peta & JohnHunt. Then the ‘pictorial’ competition – not identifyingplants or foliage as you might expect but a “Simon Drew”type trying to recognise Trees, Mammals , Book Titlesand Countries amongst other things. A great deal of

cheating, such as looking over friends shoulders, tookplace. Eventually, Kate Allan was declared the winner.The meal followed: sausages , baked potatoes with thetrimmings; then mince pies, teas or coffees and mints.Traditionally this is followed by the games. Always ‘Passthe Parcel, with John Hunt trying to keep order afterwhich he tries to reduce cheating in ‘The Hat Game’:members are prone to sit on spare hats to avoid beingcaught as Bob Davis operates the music with abruptmusical stops! The last two members left in the competi-tion vying for the prize – “ The Father Christmas Hat”won by Darrell Pugh. . Chairman Jane Chambersbrought the evening to a happy ending thanking all whohad contributed to its success and sending everyonehome with Christmas greetings.

The Society’s New Year 2014 will be welcomed in onJanuary 13th with a talk “Look Who is in our garden” byJennifer Harmer which promises to be both entertainingand informative.

Peter P-B

It has been another busy term at the preschool with thechanging of seasons and the build up to Christmas.Everyone was delighted to have won a prize at the localpumpkin competition. All the children contributed to theCharlotte's Web themed entry by making spiders to sitalongside the pink pumpkin pig.The children are looking forward to their Christmascelebration day at preschool. All the parents andextended family are invited to spend the morning atpreschool with their child, to join in the fun and take partin the Christmas themed activities. There will be

Christmas crafts, the Nativity story, carol singing, facepainting and children's tombola. The children will alsoenjoy some party food, followed by a visit from FatherChristmas.Looking further ahead, at the end of January we will becollecting unwanted clothes and textiles in any condition,which will be collected by Phil the Bag in order to raisefunds for the preschool. The date for this is yet to beconfirmed.

Sarah Merrett

PRE SCHOOL

MICHELMERSH & TIMSBURY CARE GROUPWish you a very healthy New Year

If you need a lift to your appointment with the doctor, dentist or hospital we are here to help

Johanna Koscian 368577 Bryony Murphy 368355 Chris Foulger 368570

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PARISH COUNCILPlanningThe Parish Council has reviewed a number of planningapplications during the last two months. The Councilconsiders all planning applications for developments inthe parish and reports to Test Valley Borough Council orHampshire County Council (on applications relating tominerals or waste) who determine the applications.

Planning ApplicationsThe Parish Council has reviewed the following planningapplications in the past two months:

13/02345/FULLSProposal: Single storey rear extension to form poolhouse and gym, with frameless glass balcony to 1st floorbedroom to the rear.Site: Ridgemount, Haccups Lane, Michelmersh, Romsey

13/01290/FULLSProposal: The erection of an extension, internalalterations and repairs to convert barn to anindependent dwellingSite: Stonymarsh Cottage, Romsey Road, Stonymarsh,Romsey

13/02300/LBWSProposal: Installation of a wood burning stove, includinga flue pipe through a single storey pitched roof.Site: Church House, Manor Lane, Timsbury, Romsey

Planning Appeals

12/02318/FULLS – Bridle View, Stockbridge Road.Timsbury.The public inquiry started on 29 November and after 2days was adjourned for two further days on 6 and 13December. Parish Council Chairman Bob Davis andParish Councillor Donald Cowling attended the BridleView, Stockbridge Road, Timsbury Planning Appeal.Cllr. Bob Davis spoke in objection to the application onbehalf of the Parish Council.Decisions on previous planning applications arerecorded in the Parish Council minutes or can be foundon the Test Valley Borough or Hampshire CountyCouncil websites.

Community Issues

Lengthsman SchemeMr. Richard Wheeler, Village Lengthsman has beenclearing the pathways within the 'Pocket Park' and hasput protective plastic around the hedging whips plantedlast year to one side of the playground. He will continuegeneral village maintenance tasks over the winter

months. Please contact the Clerk if you havesuggestions for tasks for the lengthsman.

Housing Needs SurveyOn Monday 18th November, the Parish Council hosteda public meeting to discuss whether the Parish Councilshould commission Test Valley Borough Council toconduct a Housing Needs Survey on behalf of the ParishCouncil. The objective of the survey would be toprovide information on the need for affordable housingfrom people with village connections.Approximately 35 parishioners attended the meeting,along with TVBC Councillor, Mr.Tony Ward.Presentations were given by Mr. Brian Cowcher, TVBCHead of Housing and Environmental Health, Ms. JacquiEvans, TVBC Housing Development Manager, Mr. KeithSutcliffe, TVBC Housing Manager, and Ms. CatherineKirkham, Community Action Hampshire – Rural HousingEnabler.Issues such as tenant selection, land acquisition andsuitability, and on-going management of affordablehousing properties were addressed.At the subsequent Parish Council meeting on 27th

November, it was agreed that a copy of the proposedSection 106 Agreement be obtained from TVBC: thissets out the qualifications required for tenants, includingthe definition of ‘local connections’. No decision wasmade about proceeding with a Needs Survey.

Recreation Ground Car ParkThe Parish Council has met with several ‘ground works’contractors and is awaiting quotations for theimprovements to the recreation ground car parking areaoff Mannyngham Way, which has proved virtuallyunusable in winter months.

Parish Council Updates

If you are interested in receiving emails about ParishCouncil related issues i.e. planning updates, meetingagendas, supporting documentation and subsequentminutes, please email me. Please also keep in mindthat Parish Council meeting agendas and minutes canbe found at www.michelmershandtimsbury.org

The next scheduled Parish Council Meetings will be heldon 29th January 2014 at 7.30pm, Jubilee Hall, Timsbury.

Katie Hardy, Parish Clerk

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HERON INTERIORS

All Soft Furnishing requirementscatered for

Curtains/Loose Covers/Blinds/Valances/Pelmets/etc

Wide range of fabrics availableTrack and pole fitting

Painting & Decorating service availableHome visits

Competitive prices

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“Operation Christmas Child: the power of a simple gift”www.operationchristmaschild.org.uk

Samaritan’s Purse: Operation Christmas ChildThank you, thank you, thank you for all your shoeboxes,at our coffee morning in November over 80 boxes weremade and donated and others were made later withdonations in Awbridge. At our deanerny service inLockerley we collected over 1000 boxes which showsthe lasting support local churches have for this project.Thank you for all that you have done to make a child

happy at Christmas time. Overall our warehouse inChandlers Ford sent 32,353 boxes to countriesincluding Swaziland, Zambia, Belarus and Serbia.To follow up stories of where your shoebox has goneplease see www.operationchristmaschild.org.ukThank you for your continued support.

Mary Savage

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VIEWFINDERS OF ROMSEY CAMERA CLUBViewfinders of Romsey Camera Club welcomes newmembers in 2014. If you have been given a new camerafor Christmas, or you've made a New Year's resolutionto take better photos in 2014 - Jubilee Hall is the placeto come.We have a varied programme of events, includingassessments, competitions and talks on a variety ofsubjects. The events for the start of 2014 are listedbelow. Do come along to anything that looks interesting,you will be made very welcome. More information aboutthe club is available on the club’s web-site atwww.viewfinderscameraclub.org.uk or contact PamWatson, our secretary, [email protected].

Programme January/February 20147 Jan: Chairman’s evening - a talk on Composition14 Jan: Assessment of members’ prints and digitalimages – judged by John Randall21 Jan: Southern Counties Photographic FederationLeague 2 (Digital Images) – judged by Jeff Lawrence

28 Jan: Natural History Trophy Competition – judged byChris Hutchinson

4 Feb: Underwater Photography – a talk by Len Deeley11 Feb: Assessment of members’ prints and digitalimages – judged by Andrew Perry18 Feb: A Talk on Astronomy, followed by a practicaldemonstration of Lightroom Software - by DavidKidd and Chris Hammond25 Feb: Digital Image Panel Trophy – judged by AlanCooke

4 Mar: Something Different - a talk by Fiona Senior

Our members range from beginners to advancedphotographers. One thing we all have in common is alove of photography and an enjoyment of our hobby.Viewfinders meet in Jubilee Hall at 7:30 on Tuesdays.The image for this edition to start the New Year is called"High as a Kite" by Heath Gough-Holt.

Kerry Sealy - Publicity Officer

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NEW ROAD ARTISTSOne of the highlights of the term was the visit of artistTeresa Lawton, who came up from Dorset to show ussome of her work and to advise us on our paintingprogress. Most of us benefitted from her wise words andthe day went quickly with a very pleasant atmosphere.It has been a term of concentrated painting and at theend of which we put our work on show for each other tosee the full extent of what we had been doing. It seemsas though it has been a very productive time for all withmany in the group making progress in their individualstyles.The big regret was that our treasurer was not with us.After a nasty fall she has had to take some time out torecover. At the time of writing we expect her back soonand certainly we hope she is fit for the New Year.

How did you do with the quiz?1.Sable is the hair most used in water colour brushes.Some times ‘squirrel’ but they don’t like having their tailspulled.

2.Jackson Pollack did Action Painting and was oftenknow as ‘Jack the Dripper’.3.He actually never married his partner but they lived afairly reclusive life, so her name was not Mrs. Pollack(trick question). Her name was Lee Krasner.

Try these;1.What was Rosetti’s first two names? What was his wifefamous for?2.What was the Art movement in the 1930’s called,which was also in ceramics and architecture?3.We’ve all heard of Picasso (I Hope) What sort ofpainting was he most famous for and who was his friendwho painted in a similar style?Have a go or wait until next time for the answers.Take care

Nat

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Property Maintenance & Handyman ServicesInterior & Exterior Painting & Decorating

WallpaperingSheds & Fences Erected Painted & Re feltedGrass Cutting, Hedge Cutting & Strimming

Floor & Wall TilingFlat Pack Assembly & Small Carpentry Work

Windows & Doors Repaired & ReplacedHouse & Garden Clearance

Fascia Boards & Gutters Cleaned, Repaired & Re-placed

Driveways & Paths Repaired & Re surfacedKitchens & Bathrooms Fitted

Ground Works & DrainageBrick work & Repointing workCollection & Delivery Service

Plus many other areas of maintenance work & oddjobs carried out

Ben KingtonTelephone : 01794 368536

Mobile : 07866551725Fully insured References available

Free Estimates

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Michelmersh & TimsburyDiary

JanuarySat 4th 7:30pm Forest Forge - Anne of Green Gables Jubilee HallSat 11th 8:00pm Sport’s Club Quiz Sport’s ClubMon 13th 7:30pm Hort Soc - Look who is in our garden Jubilee HallWeds 15th 7:30pm Jubilee Hall AGM Jubilee HallThurs 16th 1:15pm Lunch Club Jubilee HallWeds 22nd 7:30pm Parish Council Jubilee HallFri 24th 7:30pm Twinning Quiz Sports Club

FebruaryFri 7th 7:30pm Film - Rush Jubilee HallSat 8th 8:00pm Sport’s Club Quiz Sport’s ClubMon 10th 7:30pm Hort Soc - AGM followed by Beth Chatto Gardens Jubilee HallThurs 20th 1:15pm Lunch Club Jubilee Hall

Thurs 20th 7:30pm Friends -Brian Woodland Theatre beyondShakespeare in Jaoobean London

The Barns

Weds 26th 7:30pm Parish Council Jubilee Hall

March April7th Film - Philomena 12th Sport’s Club Quiz8th Sport’s Club Quiz 14th Hort Soc10th Hort Soc 17th Lunch Club20th Lunch Club26th Parish Council 23rd Parish Council28th Quiz + Fish & chips 28th Quiz + Fish & chips

Main Hampshire school holidays:Half Term holidays 17th ~ 21st February

Details of Church Services see Page 7also in the United Benefice magazine ‘Five Alive’ available from all churches

and the Village Website: www.michelmershandtimsbury.orgPlease submit entries for the March/April 2014 issue by Monday 10th February

The Editor would like to express his appreciation & thanks to Peta Hunt and his wife Johanna for proof reading,and Jane Finnimore and all her team for Distribution.

Every effort is made to ensure that diary details are correct when compiled but confirmation should be obtained from event organisers.All advertisements & contributions to the newsletter are accepted at face value and the Editor cannot vouch for their accuracy.

Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Editor. © Michelmersh & Timsbury Village Newsletter 2014

If any reader has knowledge of stories, anecdotes or the history of our village,

the Editor of this newsletter would most appreciate hearing of them for possible future articles.

Please contact me on either 01794 368577 or [email protected]

January/February 2014

The Village Website carries updated information: www.michelmershandtimsbury.org