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Hello and welcome to the latest edition of LINK Magazine!

I’m sure you’re all very well prepared for Christmas morning, but if not, don’t worry – there’s loads of cracking festive deals inside with something for everyone.

And you don’t even have to traipse round packed shops dodging patches of ice and far-too-tempting sale signs – you can find your perfect gift within these very pages, as well as valuable services you may need during these cold, winter days.

I know the shops have us thinking it started in November (earlier and earlier every year, eh), but it really is the time to start getting in the mood for Christmas now.

So invite your family round, grab a mince pie, a glass of sherry, stick some carols on the radio and have an amazing time.

Of course Christmas also means it’s almost time to say goodbye to 2012, and whether you’re reflecting on a great year, or celebrating its end, everybody at LINK wishes you the very best for Christmas and the new year. Thank you so much for your support this year.

Congratulations to the winners of last month’s competition. Christine McMurray won our Where Am I? Competition, so well done - £50 is on its way to you!

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They cover all domestic plumbing and heating services, and everything is installed, repaired, serviced, replaced, and safety checked with clear and well communicated information at every stage to avoid any hidden surprises.

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Whatever your budget, they look after everything from start to finish, including all plumbing, installation, studwork, accessories, cabinets, mirrors, tiling and decorating to leave you with a finished, fully-functioning bathroom that just needs to be admired.

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We want to know what’s happening in Fleetwood, so we can share it with everyone else. And don’t forget

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Suda Thai cuisine opened it’s doors in Jan 2009 as a takeaway and was soon able to provide a delivery service and intimate dinning experience. The popularity of the takeaway and dinning area quickly out grew the size of the premises allowing for a restaurant and bar extension including a full refurbishment.

Since opening many of her customers new and old have been through the doors as the word spread about Suda’s exceptional cooking. These customers have returned to see the newly refurbished restaurant and bar (seating 38-40 diners) enjoying an authentic dinning experience described as “imitate, tasteful, ambient music and intriguing artwork” Robin Duke.

“Any fears that big wouldn’t be beautiful can be dismissed” Suda Thai accepts bookings small and large taking advance reservations for weekends, therefore booking for a Friday and Saturday is a must. Christmas bookings are now being accepted.

Suda is open for takeaway seven nights a week and also has a delivery service available running from Sunday to Thursday to surrounding areas. There is a small charge for this service depending on the postcode.

Demand for Sudas food is so great that plans are in place to develop the delivery service to include Fridays and Saturdays.

Suda Thai Cuisine has been rated 10/10 value for money. In the Gazette’s 7 days food & drink, Eatingout Robin Dukes describes the food as “a culinary haven – excellent and plentiful”

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FLEETWOOD MUSEUM NEWS

The Museum officially closed for the winter on Saturday 3rd November but two events are taking place during December.

On Tuesday 4th December at 7pm. The Museum will be staging a musical show ‘The Pendle Witches -400 Years On’. This will feature songs and music relating to one of the most fascinating events in Lancashire history and promises ti shed new light on the subject, Tickets are still available –priced £4 each from the Museum.

The following Tuesday, December 11th, the Friends of the Museum will be holding their old time Christmas Party –Christmas Capers.

The event starts at 2pm in the Victorian Dining Room, traditionally decorated and with Christmas Tree. Tickets are £4 including traditional Christmas fayre and mulled wine.

For full details of these events and to purchase tickets please ring the Museum between 11.00 and 16.00 Tuesday to Friday.Looking ahead to 2013. The Annual Dinner takes place at the North Euston on Tuesday January 29th and guests are welcome. The 2013 season, opening in late March will see two seasonal exhibitions featuring Egyptology and Lancashire links with the Titanic. Thanks to everyone in supporting the Fleetwood Museum in 2012

Happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year.

Dick Gillingham –Museum Trustee

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Racecourse ownership has never been so easy and affordableThat’s the message the Mount Racing Club are trying to get across as they get ready to launch their brand new and exciting syndicate for 2013.

So how is it “so easy and affordable” you ask, well let the Mount Racing Club try and explain how it all works.

Firstly as a registered club we will set out to buy the majority share of a horse, this then ensures we have the naming rights and that the horse will run in our colours when it races.

Next we divide the horse up into shares ready for sale, these are in either 2.5%, 5% or 10% values which can be bought as an individual or as part of a group. For example if a few friends wanted to get together and split the costs they could buy a 5% share between them. They would still all get full entitlements such as badges and share of prize money,we would just require one lead name from them. It’s a great way for a few friends to get involved and lessen the costs and still enjoy some fun days out at the races. It’s exactly how Andy and I started out when we bought a 2.5% share between us a few years ago and split the costs which worked out at just over £1 a day.

Once your share is purchased then there is nothing else to worry about as The Mount Racing Club and your trainer Karl Burke take care of everything else. You will receive a monthly Newsletter that will keep you up to date with all the goings on in the club and will be invited on regular visits to the stables to check out your horses progress and watch him work on

the Gallops. You will be kept informed of any plans regarding his races and be given plenty of notice when entries are made so you can arrange your days out in advance.

When race day arrives you will be able to collect your complimentary Owners badge from the course, guest badges are also available given prior notice, then you have full access to all the facilities including the private Owners bar where at the majority of courses you will receive free drinks and food vouchers. Once the race is off you have the choice to watch it either on TV in the comfort of your lounge or on the private viewing balcony reserved for Owners and Trainers and hopefully cheer home your very own winning horse.

All in all it is a fantastic experience that you can share with friends or family as you become part of a group of like minded people who all share the same passion for the Sport of Kings, an experience that like we said has never been “so easy and affordable”

For more information about the new syndicate for 2013 you can contact

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• Fleetwood Town Council Meetings MEETINGS LAST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH, North Euston Hotel 7pm Next 2 meetings are, 29th January & 26th February. Members of the public are welcome at all meetings. Enquiries - 01253 872444

• Visit Fleetwood Tourist Information Open Saturday and Sundays only – 11am to 3pm (no lunch break) 29 Dec – Close 30 Dec - Close

• Fleetwood Local Recycling Centre Jameson Road, Fleetwood Serving Wyre Recycling needs. Open 8am-7pm everyday 362 days a year, excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day www.lancswasteinfo.com

• Fleetwood Market 9.00 am - 4.30pm Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat. plus every Bank Holiday

• Fleetwood Tide Times Daily updates www.tidetimes.org.uk/Fleetwood.html

• Activities Fylde Coast YMCA The Lofthouse Building, London Street, Fleetwood FY7 6JL. Monday: Pilates: 6.00-7.00pm. Tuesday: Belly Dancing: 6.30-7.30pm. Wednesday: Yoga: 10.00-11.30am. Thursday: After School Drama Club: 4.00-4.45pm (4-7 yrs). 4.45-5.30pm (8-11 yrs). For more information contact Hannah Lofthouse Manager on 01253 872 320

• Larkholme Community Centre Monday Bingo 2.00-4.00 pm. Tai Chi every 3rd week, 5.30-6.30pm. Tuesday, Line Dancing 1.30-3.30pm. Thursday, Coffee Morning 10.30-12.00noon. Patchwork class 2.00-4.00pm. Friday, Sequence Dancing 2.00-4.00pm, Qui Gong 5.00-6.30pm, Ladies Circle 7.30-9.30pm. Also Hall for Hire Tel 686814, 870268, 772477. • Fleetwood Womens Institute We meet every third Tuesday of the month at 2.00 pm. Doors open at 1.30pm. Meetings usually start with any business before moving on to the programme, which could be a speaker, a quizz or social event. New Venture Club, 88 Warren Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6EA. For more information please contact Anne on 0777 4542402 or Angela on 01253 878747

• Refurb (Wyre & Fylde Ltd) We refurb and recycle items for individuals, families, charities, community groups and schools to improve their surroundings. We will collect and deliver free as far away as Garstang and Freckleton. If you would like to help or give a donation Tel 01253 873371 www.refurbproject.org

• Fleetwood Cancer Support Group This meeting is for anyone affected by any type of cancer. The group meets on the first Weds of each month at the Euston Hotel Fleetwood FY7 6BN, 6.30 - 8pm. All welcome. For further details contact Rita Hewitt on Mobile: 07749 631661.

• Bingo Senior Citizens Club, Warrenhurst Road, Fleetwood. Every Monday, Wednesday (not 1st Weds of the month) and Saturdays eyes down 7.30pm open from 6.45pm. Refreshments available. Everybody welcome. Tel: 873480

• Fleetwood & Cleveleys Lions Club Our meetings are on the 4th Weds of every month and are held in a light-hearted manner, we also try to hold a social each month with varied content “Come and have a look at the Lions, we roar not bite” Contact Lion President Stuart Gratrix on 875548

• Bereavement Support Every 2nd & 4th Monday of the month, 11 - 12am at Larkholme Community Centre, 9 Cartmell Avenue, Fleetwood. Ripples & Resilience CIC, supported by Macmillan. Tel: 359385 (Sonja)

• Mustard Seed Group St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street, each Monday evening, from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. If you are lonely, need guidance about any issues, do come along. You will be offered a hot meal, and the chance to talk with professional volunteers who are available for discussion and private conversation. • Cod Army December Fixtures Fleetwood Town FC

1st December - Aldershot Town - FA Cup (OFFER: £10 Adults, £5 Seniors, £1 Under 12’s)

8th December - Southend United - League 2

26th December - Morecambe - League 2

29th December - York City - League 2

Reduced ticket prices are available for Fleetwood’s FA Cup tie with Aldershot Town (see club website for details). The standout fixture is Town’s Boxing Day clash with rivals Morecambe.Tickets and matchday hospitality are available for all fixtures, with action-packed football guaranteed at Highbury in December.

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• Fleetwood Spiritualist Church Fleetwood Spiritualist Church, 5, Oak St. Sundays 6.30 pm: Divine Service Mondays 7.30 pm: Spiritual HealingTuesday 7.30 pm: Open CircleFriday 7 December at 7pm for 7.30 pmChristmas Party at the Fleetwood Cricket ClubAdmission £6 to include refreshments

• Alzheimers Support Group - Wyre We meet at Cleveleys Park Methodist Church, West Dr, Cleveleys, FY5 2BQ. 10am -12:00 first Thurs of the month. Next meeting 6th December. For further info contact the Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre Alzheimer’s Society Office 01253 312893

• Events at Fleetwood LibraryDecember 10th: 3.45pm- 4.45pm: The 12 UP reading group will be meeting for Christmas fun, bring your friends for snacks and chats and more. Up for discussion will be the Lancashire Reads book, ‘The Malkin Child’ by Livi Michael.December 11th: 1pm- 3.30pm: The Wyre Work Club will be providing help with applications, CV’s and interview techniques and the opportunity to use the computer facilities to search for employment. A drop in session, no appointment necessary.December 11th: 2.15pm-3.15pm: The Adult Reading Group will meet to discuss ‘The Night Watch’ by Sarah Waters. All welcome. Join us for an informal chat over coffee to discuss this month’s book. December 18th: 11.00am-12.00pm: Christmas Coffee morning. Fleetwood Library invites you to join us for a Christmas Coffee morning filled with festive cheer and chatter over delicious mince pies.December 19th: 3.45pm-4.45pm: Chatterbooks reading group for 8 to 11 year olds who will be chattering about all things books and doing a Lancashire Reads themed activity.December 20th: 2.15-2.45pm: Christmas Story Time. ‘Tis the week before Christmas and all through the Library you shall hear jingle bells and Christmas Tales at our Christmas Story time, with a top secret special guest visitor. December 22nd: 11am- 12.00pm: It’s Christmas! Our Board Games club with be having a special Christmas party with Christmas themed games, and optional fancy dress. Festive fun for the whole family.Regular Events:Mondays in December: Go On beginners IT classes (by appointment only) 10am-12pm. Please contact the Library for more details and to book an appointment.Also on Mondays is the Craft and Chat session in the Library which runs from 1.30pm until 3.30pm. All Welcome.

Thursdays in December: Story Time. 2.15pm – 2.45pm. Story times for toddlers and pre-school children. Enjoy stories and lots of fun activities.Fridays in December: Baby Bounce and Rhyme. 11.30am – 12.00pm. Songs, actions, rhymes and a lot of knee-bouncing! Saturdays in December: Board Games Club. 11 – 12pm. Come and play all your favourite games with the whole family.For further info about any of these events please contact Fleetwood Library on 01253 775800.• Wyre Women’s Centre Based at the Beehive Centre, 85 Manor Road, Fleetwood. We are open 2 days a week 10am-4pm Tuesdays and Thursdays and we provide a safe environment for women to access practical and emotional support. We offer support with a broad range of issues including; domestic violence, housing support and advice, support with offending issues, substance misuse advice, health and well being, debt budgeting advice and family/parenting support. We offer one to one support, training/learning and volunteering opportunities. Tel: 07525 124119.

• Simply Meditate Classes Tuesdays 7:30 - 9:00pm, Fee £5 Fleetwood Library, North Albert Street FY7 6AJ Tel: 352721 www.meditationinblackpool.org.uk Registered Charity no. 1080291

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• Fleetwood Camera Club We warmly welcome anyone interested in traditional photography and digital imaging. We give advice on all aspects of photography. We hold internal competitions and take part in external ones too.Photographic Group - alternate WednesdaysTravel Group - alternate MondaysBoth groups meet at 7.30pm for a 7.45 start at the Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road. The cost for guests is £2 per sessionContact: Ritchie McCulloch 820249 • Westview Community Centre Citizen’s Advice Bureau - Drop in the first Tuesday of the month and by appointment ( 01772 424282) the last Thursday of the month.Credit Union - Every Wednesday & Friday 1-4pm Appointments only - 01253 478827 Women’s Skills Course - Every Wednesday 10am - 12 noon (contact the Centre on 01253 870133Adult Education - English as a second language (contact the centre 01253 870133) • Deviant Folk A new group for women who love folk stories, folk music, filk, fairytales, gothic fiction, sf, fantasy fiction etc. A chance to come together and enjoy re-working, re-writing and re-enacting the stories and songs of old (and new) for our own amusement and even to inflict them on friends, family and the general public from time to time. All women welcome regardless of age, experience, knowledge or skill - a sense of humour and a love of good food, good grog and good stories is all you need to join. Please email for details of first meeting: deviant [email protected]

• Fleetwood Flower Club presents a flower arranging demonstration, given by Mr Don Billington from Maghull, entitled “Christmas Grotto” on Wednesday 5th December 2012 at 7.30pm. Venue: Senior Citizens Hall, Warrenhurst Road, Fleetwood. Entrance fee for non members £5 (includes coffee and mince pie).

• The Rotary Clubs of Blackpool Palatine and Fleetwood present a Christmas Concert with Blackpool Male Voice Choir & St Wulstan’s Choir at St Wulstan’s Fleetwood on Saturday 22nd Dec 7.30pm. Retiring collection in aid of Fleetwood Food Bank, Blackpool Sick-Poor and Rotary. Free admission.

• Party Time for SeeSaws. Our Family Christmas Party will be taking place on Sunday 2nd December from 2.00 - 5.00pm at The Ashley Club in Thornton.There will be magic and fun from Chubbz and his Christmas Cracker show, games, dancing and a visit from Santa to hand out some early presents. We will also be having bingo, a Christmas Quiz and raffle, including a signed copy of Crissy Rock and Dene Michaels charity single ‘Christmas Time (Night I’ve Longed For)’, to keep the adults busy.December will see us hold 3 Saturday Clubs on 1st, 8th and 15th December at Cleveleys Community Centre from 10.30am-12.30pm.Coffee, Chat and Chill sessions for parent carers at Wyre Clubhouse, Fleetwood on 10th December (no session on Christmas Eve).Quirky Crafts Christmas fair will be held at St Chads on Saturday 15th December from 11.00am-3.30pm - FREE entryChristmas Lunch at Cleveleys Community Centre on Tuesday 18th December from 11.30am. £8.00pp (booking with Carol at the centre is essential)Christmas Eve we will be having a very special event for our members - details to be disclosed at Saturday Club.For further information on SeeSaws or any of our events, please visit our websites at www.see-saws.co.uk and www.quirkycrafts.co.uk

• Bang Out of Order Play Cardinal Allen Performing Arts students: CAPA; invites you to their performance of ‘Bang Out of Order’, a modern play with a twist! Based on the issue of ASBO, the play writes: Jonny Carrington and Danny Sturrock tackle the problem head on with devastating consequences. ‘Ollie, the new boy at school befriends two sisters; Keeley and Steph and their quirky, shy friend, Mouse. All seems well to the group, but unbeknown to them Ollie has a dark past behind him and holds many secrets. Will Ollie’s past meet up with his present and affect his future?’The evening performance takes place on Thursday 13th of December at 7:30pm, within the Drama Studio (Cardinal Allen High School). Tickets range from £3 (U16 and OAP) to £5 (17+). Tickets can be purchased through the school office or by calling 01253 872659. Due to issues raised, we recommend a viewing suitability of age 13+. Also included in the evening will be performances by YR 10 students and our Gifted and Talented Theatre company: O.A.T.s. We look forward to seeing you and hope you enjoy the evening.


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• 1301 (FY7) Squadron, Air Training Corps Grange Road, Fleetwood FY7 8BH. Tel: 01253 870493 (Tues & Thurs only) Time: 7 - 9.15pm Tues & Thurs. Age: 13-20. A variety of opportunities are on offer to the cadets including flying, gliding, Adventurous Training, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, sports, overseas camps plus many more.The organisation is staffed by Adult Volunteers and we are always looking for interested adults from the local community to join us. Contact: Flt Lt Kath Lane E-mail: [email protected] www.aircadets.org

• Army Cadets Preston Street, Fleetwood. Tel: 01772 717078 www.lancashirearmycadets.com Time: Mon & Weds 7-9pm (turn up on Night) Age: (Year 8) 12-18 yrs 9 months Cost: Free 4-6 trial period followed by £10 enrolment fee (to cover insurance) and you will receive a free uniform. Group run by Adult Volunteers

• Cafe 3one6 (Youth Cafe Night) 208 Lord Street, Fleetwood. Tel: 873098 Time: 7 - 9pm Every other Friday December dates: 7th, 21st Hot drinks free

• Mount Methodist & Trinity Methodist Time: Twice each month, Sunday Evening. Please ring 01253 874404 for more info • Fleetwood Sea Cadets Princes Way, Fleetwood, Lancs, FY7 8PG Tel: 01253 771866 Email: [email protected] www.units.ms-sc.org/fleetwood Time: 7 - 9.15pm Tues & Fri. Age: 10-18 yrs. Fleetwood Sea Cadets is open to all young people aged 12 - 18. The Marine Cadets is for young people aged 13 - 18 and has a Junior Sections open to 10 - 12 years of age. It is Britain’s most successful nautical organisation for the development of young people.

• Milton Youth & Community Centre Wyre Youth Zone (Milton Youthy) Blakiston Street, Fleetwood, FY7 QWOpening Hours, Tues 7:00 - 9:30 Thurs 7:00 - 9:30, Fri 6:00 – 8:30Age: 13- 19 years oldSubs : 50p per night ( All subs go back into your youthy. You tell us how you want them spending)Milton Team: You will find Michelle, Jim, Paul & Helen, also our volunteer Becky.We have a range of Youth Club activities – Pool, table tennis, table football. Gaming - X-BOX, Kinnect. Arts and Crafts, baking and cooking and much more….We also have an action packed programme of activities and projects to get involved in.•Dare to be challenged? Try out The Cube•Friday Nights in the Zone’s Kitchen •Create your own radio stationA-Team- Wyre Youth Zone The A-Team group is for young people with special needs and additional needs. If you are interested come down and meet the team and Young People and see if it’s the place for you.Every Mon 5:30 – 8:00, Age: 11- 25 years oldSubs: 50p per night (All subs go back into your youthy. You tell us how you want them spending) The Team: You will find Michelle, Geraldine & Justine, also our volunteer KellyOur Programme that runs is designed by YOU the Young People by telling us the things that you would like to do. Contact Michelle Beavers Email: [email protected] Phone: 01253 775100 Visit: http://yps.lancashire.gov.uk

• The Mount Taekwondo Club Thursdays 17:25 to 19:00 St Nicholas’ Church, Community Hall, Broadway, Fleetwood. Try Taekwondo, Challenge Yourself!! Keep Fit, Have Fun and Learn Self Defence. Mixed Class open to all ages from 6/7 upwards, Subs £10 per month, family discounts available. Just turn up on the night.

• 15th Fleetwood St Edmunds Rainbows, Brownies and GuidesSt Wulstans Green Hut, Poulton Road. (term time) Rainbows age 5-7, Brownies age 7-10, Guides age 10+. Lots of activities, badges to earn, trips and holidays. Further infofrom Angela Cole tel 07837 167747 e-mail [email protected]

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• St. Peters & St. Davids Youth Club St. Davids Hall, Fleetwood.Time: Every Thursday 7-9pm Age: 8 -13 yrs. Cost: £1 per child which includes a drink & packet of crisps. Pick up service available from Chaucer school at 6.50pm (must ring Father John to arrange pick up 876176). Activities include snooker, table tennis, football & more!• Trinity Baptist Church 206 Poulton Road, Fleetwood, FY7 7LB Time: Every Thursday evening school term time only, 5 - 6.30pm. Age: 5-14 or early teens. We have lots of activities on the Thursday, including football, crafts & cookery. In school holidays, trips out are arranged, and a holiday club is set-up during the last week. For further information please contact Audrey Doyle on 01253 875618.• Tommy’s YMCA Lofthouse Building Lofthouse Building, London Street, Fleetwood www.fleetwoodcyp.org.uk. One year membership £2.00 then 50 pence per night. Monday & Wednesday: Seniors Year 7 and above 6:45pm - 9:30pm. Tuesday & Thursday: Juniors Year 5 and above 5:45pm -7:45pm. Boxing sessions: Monday to Thursday Juniors 5:30pm - 6:30pm Seniors 6:30pm - 7:30pm (Requires additional Membership). Please visit our website for full details of the many facilities we have on offer.• Youth Bus Martindale Park near to Chatsworth Avenue Time: Every Friday evening between 6pm and 8pm. It has a wide range of activities for them to become involved with, DJ’ing equipment, large screen

computer games etc. • Fleetwood All Stars Disability Club Fleetwood Sports College, Broadway, Fleetwood, Lancashire FY7 8HE Tel: 01253 681766 | Email: [email protected] Fleetwood All Stars Disability Club for leisure activities for children aged between 8 and 16 years. We aim to provide an activity club for children and young people with disabilities.• FY7 and District Amateur Swimming Club www.fleetwoodswimclub.co.uk Keen young swimmers should come along to Fleetwood YMCA Swimming Pool, The Esplanade, Fleetwood on Monday or Wednesday evenings from 6.3 pm. to 7.30pm for a free trial, speak to the coach on the pool. Or at Poulton YMCA Pool, Breck Road, Poulton on Tuesdays 6pm to 7pm. For info please see website.

• Royal Funk Dance Troupes: Tel: 07874922223 Email:[email protected]

Royal Funk: Aged 11+ Classes Sundays 5-7pm and Mondays %.30-7.30pm. Classes £4.50 each. Royal Funk Miniatures: Age 5-10 years. Class Monday 4.30-5.30pm. Class £4.All troupe members get to perform in shows, competitions, charity events and cabarets. Royal Funk have reached the Finals of the International Choreographic Awards for the last 2 years.

The club’s involvement with the community continued as the focus lately has been on promoting the important moral of respect. Defender Youl Mawéné visited Ansdell Primary School to educate children on identifying unacceptable behaviour and its effects on others.

Fleetwood Town FC Community Trust have decided that respect workshops for local schools will be this season’s programme, and the project has now been launched. The Trust is aiming to run sessions for 1200 Fylde Coast youngsters between now and end of February 2013. The purpose of the session is to help youngsters understand the consequences of their conduct on others and appreciate that their behaviour can affect not just themselves but others at school, home and in the community.

In other community news, Fleetwood supported the “let’s kick racism out of football” scheme in an attempt to raise awareness of racism, and reduce it in any way we can. “Kick it Out” t-shirts were worn by players during their warm-ups, and a “One

game, One community” flag was held on the pitch prior to kick-off at Highbury against AFC Wimbledon.

The most exciting news for Fleetwood Town in November saw Barry Ferguson join the Cod Army on a three-month loan deal from neighbours Blackpool. The former Scotland captain made his debut in a 3-0 victory over Bromley, and showed what a vital part he can play during his short-term stay at Highbury.

In the FA Cup, Fleetwood progressed to the 2nd round and drew Aldershot at home. A win there could potentially set up a game with Premier League opposition, and in League 2, Town remain in a sturdy, respectable position. Can be found on page 30

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EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES IN DECEMBERSat 1st Dec – St. Nicholas Rooms, Broadway – CHRISTMAS FAIR 11am to 2.30pm. Lots of stalls, with lovely refreshments available.

Sat 1st Dec – United Reformed Church Hall, – CHRISTMAS FAIR – from 2.00pm. Do come and visit all the stalls, see Father Christmas, and partake of the refreshments. Entry is 20p.

Sat 1st Dec – St. Peter’s Church, – FLEETWOOD CHORAL SOCIETY CHRISTMAS CONCERT – 7.30pm.

Sun 2nd Dec – St. Mary’s Church, Lord Street – FLEETWOOD CHURCHES TOGETHER ADVENT SERVICE – 6pm. Do come along and celebrate the start of Advent, as we await the Birth of Our Lord.

Tues 4th Dec – St. Mary’s Church – DEANERY ADVENT SERVICE – 7.00pm. Cardinal Allen Catholic High School, and St. Mary’s school choir lead the worship. Just come along and enjoy.

Thurs 6th Dec – St. Nicholas Church, – CELEBRATION FOR ST. NICHOLAS DAY – 7.30pm.

Fri 7th Dec - Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road – COFFEE MORNING – 10.30am to 12.00noon. You are all most welcome. If you need a period of quiet and solitude, the Church will be open and available.

Fri 7th Dec – St. Paul’s Church Hall, St. Paul’s Church Hall, Warren Avenue South – COFFEE MORNING & BOOK SALE – 10am to 12.00noon. Free admission. Reverend Tountas will be leading a Prayer & Bible Reading Session from 9.45am.

Sat 8th Dec – St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street – CHRISTMAS FAYRE – 11am to 2pm. Lots of different stalls to buy your gifts. Sensational refreshments, from Pat, Liz and the crew in the kitchen. You can even have a little chat with SANTA, too.

Sun 9th Dec – Trinity Methodist Church, – CAROL SERVICE – 10.45am – with Shakespeare School Band.

Sun 9th Dec – Mount Church – ROTARY GROUP OF FLEETWOOD CAROL SERVICE – 6.30pm.

Sun 9th Dec – St. Peter’s Church – CANDLELIT SERVICE AND CAROLS – 6.30pm, sponsored by Jason Dell.

Weds12th Dec – United Reformed Church Hall, Dronsfield Road – COFFEE MORNING – 10.30am to 12.00noon. It’s just 50p to get in which includes refreshments. Once there, there is so much to do – RAFFLE, “BRING & BUY”, BOOKS, not to mention the “NEW TO YOU” shop

Thursday 13th December to Saturday 15th December – Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road – CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL. Entrance each day will be £1 for adults & 50p for children. Each day there will be raffle tickets and refreshments available for purchase. Open on Thurs from 2pm to 8pm, on Fri

from 2pm to 5pm, and on Sat from 11am to 4pm. More information can be obtained by ringing Bob on 01253 423491 or Gwyneth on 01253 873148.

Thurs 13th Dec – St. Mary’s Church, – A SPECIAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT BY THE CAPRICORN SINGERS – 7pm. Tickets cost £5. Contact Barbara/Andrew on 01253 870169/mobile 07515 287902.

Sunday 16th December – Mount Church, Mount Road – CAROL SERVICE – 10.45am.

Sun 16th Dec - St. David’s Church Hall, – CAUSEWAY WORSHIP - from 1.45pm. A rewarding afternoon for people with difficulties, and their carers, to share in a session of activity and fun, in a caring Christian environment, which is specially designed for their needs.

Sun 16th Dec – St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street – PARISH CAROL SERVICE – 3.00pm.

Sun 16th Dec – Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road – CHRISTINGLE SERVICE – 4pm.

Sun 16th Dec – United Reformed Church, – AN ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE CHRISTMAS SEASON – 7pm. An evening of Music, Song & Verse, with raffle and refreshments. Tickets £3, and you can pay at the door.

Thurs 20th Dec - St. Nicholas Rooms, Broadway – COFFEE MORNING – 10am to 11.15am.

Thurs 20th Dec – Mount Hotel, The Esplanade – LANCASHIRE SINGS CHRISTMAS – 7pm. This is a Churches Together initiative, joining with Radio Lancashire in a broadcast from many venues, all joining in a service together.

Sat 22nd Dec – St. Wulstan’s Church, – CHRISTMAS CONCERT BY BLACKPOOL MALE VOICE CHOIR.

Sun 23rd Dec – Trinity Methodist Church, Fleetwood Road – BREAKFAST AT TRINITY – 9.30am to 10.30am. A one hour session so packed with activities for young people from age 5 to 12, and they get their breakfast too. Sounds absolutely brilliant!!

Sun 23rd Dec– Trinity Methodist Church, – CHRISTMAS PRAISE – 10.30am.

Sun 23rd Dec – United Reformed Church, Agnew Road – CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT – 6.30pm, followed by refreshments and mince pies in the hall.

CHRISTMAS SERVICES AROUND THE CHURCHESST. MARY’S CHURCH, Lord Street –CHRISTMAS EVE -Mass at 10am, Carols at 7.30pm and Vigil of Nativity at 8pm. CHRISTMAS DAY – Mass at 9am.

UNITED REFORMED CHURCH – Agnew Road – CHRISTMAS EVE – service at 11.30pm. CHRISTMAS DAY – service at 10.45am.

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TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH, – CHRISTMAS EVE – Nativity and Carols at 6.30pm. CHRISTMAS DAY – Service at 10.45am.

MOUNT CHURCH, Mount Road – CHRISTMAS DAY - Family Service at 10.30am.

TRINITY METHODIST CHURCH, – CHRISTMAS EVE – Christmas Eve Communion at 11.30pm.

ST. WULSTAN’S CHURCH – CHRISTMAS EVE – First mass of Christmas at 6.30pm. Carols at 11.30pm. Midnight mass at midnight.

ST. EDMUND’S CHURCH, – CHRISTMAS DAY – Mass of Christmas day at 9.30am.

ST. DAVID’S CHURCH, at St. Edmund’s Church, Melbourne Avenue – CHRISTMAS EVE – Children’s Carols and Crib Service at 5.30pm. First Eucharist of Christmas at 9.30pm.

ST. PETER’S CHURCH, Lord Street – CHRISTMAS EVE – Carols by candlelight, led by the choir, at 11.00pm. Midnight mass at 11.30pm. CHRISTMAS DAY – Eucharist and Carols at 11.00am.

No information to hand in respect of services at St. Paul’s Church, Darbishire Road. Please look at their notice board or ring Church Office on 01253 873118. DON’T FORGET

AS ALWAYS – there are regular COFFEE MORNINGS at St. Peter’s, Lord Street, every Tuesday and Friday from 9.30 to approximately 3.00pm. When you’re down town, or at the market, why not pop in for a brew and a toasted teacake. You can be sure of a very warm welcome.

BREAKING BREAD, every Tuesday at 12.00noon at St. David’s Hall. A fabulous meal, in great company, for just £3.00. Can’t be bad! Do come and see for yourself. Why not come earlier and join in the Service first at 11.30am.

WEDNESDAY CLUB, every Wednesday, at St. Wulstan’s Green Hut, Poulton Road, from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. A great “cuppa”, and a game of Bingo if you’re lucky.

KNIT & NATTER GROUP – every Wednesday afternoon from 1.00pm to 3.00pm at St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street. Everyone is very welcome to join this happy group.

“USE YOUR LOAF” – St. Peter’s Church, Lord Street, every Tuesday evening from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. A chance to consider and understand the Bible, and life issues, in a gentle introductory way. Everyone is free to express their own views and feelings on all manner of topics. Refreshments are available. Everyone is welcome to attend the Eucharistic Service in The Lady Chapel afterwards. There really is so much going on in our Churches. Why not pop in to one of our events to see for yourself! We’d make you very welcome.

DO YOU NEED A HALL?

If you need a hall, for a meeting, event or party, look no further. Fleetwood Churches Together have a number available in various parts of the town, all at very reasonable rates. Just contact the one nearest to you for more information.

Mount Methodist Church Hall, Mount Road – contact 01253 771062

St. Paul’s Church Hall, Warren Avenue South - contact Church office on 01253 873118

United Reformed Church Hall, Dronsfield Road – contact 01253 777451 or http://fleetwood.urc.org.uk

St. David’s Church Hall, Fleetwood Road/Larkholme Lane – contact 01253 872363 or www.achurchnearyou.com/st.davidsfwd

Are you a reasonable organist with time available to help a local Church? A local Church, in Fleetwood, is seeking someone who can play for them on a regular basis. For more information please contact Tom Birch on 01253 873622

Do you feel that a little more exercise would be good for you? Why not contact Wyre Coast Ramblers and go with them on weekly walks. One week it’s a Saturday afternoon, the next week it’s a full day on Sunday. They would love to welcome new members. Coach pick-ups from St. Annes, through Blackpool and Poulton. Do ring Alan on 01253 401751 for more information, or go to www.FyldeCoastRamblers.co.uk

On behalf of Fleetwood Churches Together we wish you all a very Happy Christmas and Health & Happiness in the new year 2013. God Bless


Hello So, I was right, the Fleetwood Community Bonfire was a great success as predicted in last month’s article! Having such an event has drastically reduced the number of call outs to the emergency services, both Lancashire Fire and Rescue and Lancashire Constabulary. With the tighter controls on the sale and use of fireworks, I think you will agree that compared to five years or so ago, problems encountered nowadays are much reduced. There was a week long campaign at the end of October to get into schools and speak with the local kids. This builds on already existing positive relationship between us all so we don’t see any of the despicable sights shown on the local TV news recently where fire engines/officers have come under attack from local yobs whilst attending incidents.

We are well in to the dark evenings now and with that come the need to be even more aware of the need to check cars etc for any lighting defects. Check everything regularly and replace. Keep your vehicle legal and don’t risk getting a ticket! With that comes a polite request to drop

off your kids at school carefully…You might only stop for a brief moment for them to jump out, but that’s all the time needed to create a dangerous situation for someone crossing nearby get run over. Don’t be alarmed if you receive a ticket or get reported for any offences if you choose to ignore this advice, it is the safety of the pedestrians and other road users that’s paramount, not the convenience of the offending few who choose to stop where they like. It is a concern of most head teachers in Fleetwood that the volume of traffic around their schools at the start and end of the day does not pose unnecessary risks to their children.

I’m going to repeat something I had in my last article as it’s something I am really proud of because this is making a real difference to the lives of many on a daily basis. Anti-Social Behaviour in Fleetwood continues to reduce. Your dedicated Neighbourhood Team are busy working on a number of issues to reduce this even further and the Youth Bus will return to Martindale Park. You may be reading this thinking that ASB doesn’t feel like it’s reducing to you… and if that’s the case we don’t know about it.

If we don’t know about it, we can’t react to it. Call us, let us know, let us deal.

If you are contemplating setting up a Neighbourhood Watch scheme in your street, get in touch with our Divisional Liaison Officer, Anne Edmondson on 01524 596615, who will be happy to answer all your questions.

Our PACT meetings are changing…Watch this space for the new format to commence in January 2013. Due to the very low turn outs in recent years in December there will not be a PACT meeting now until the new format is published. That doesn’t mean we are not there for you to come and discuss your issues. Pick up the phone, email us, call in at the station or request we attend your home to discuss anything that is concerning you. The number is 101 or via our Lancashire Constabulary website, or if you prefer to remain anonymous, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Unfortunately when we applied for funding through our local NHS we were turned down. We got our Local MP involved, supporting letters from Chloe’s specialist and physiotherapist and appealed against the decision. To our disappointment the appeal fell on deaf ears and the NHS took the decision to uphold the original decision to decline funding even though another patient in Blackburn

had received the funding early in 2012. It is because of this that we now need to fund raise to get the money together to get this life changing operation for Chloe. The hospital in Oswestry only accept NHS funded patients so we have had to look else where for the operation. The operation will take place at St Louis Children’s hospital in Missouri and including travel expenses will cost approximately £45k.

The operation involves the surgeon making an incision into Chloe back at the bottom of her spine and testing the nerve endings to see which ones are the most responsive. These are causing Chloe’s legs to be extremely stiff and making it very difficult for her to walk. They then cut the most responsive ones which will in turn reduce the stiffness in her legs. Chloe will then need intensive physiotherapy afterwards to ensure she gets the best effects of the operation. The end result being that Chloe will walk unaided and be far more independent. This means more to Chloe than anything in the entire world and as a parent I cannot let this opportunity of a better life pass us by just because the NHS isn’t willing to help. If you are a parent or Aunty or Uncle ask yourself how you would feel if a family member who was completely dependant on other people had the chance to become independent and have a much better quality of life, wouldn’t you do everything you could to make this happen.

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This year’s community bonfire was another great success as over 3000 people enjoyed a fantastic firework display on Rossall School Field, Westway. Richard Newson of Fleetwood Rotary Club said, “Our fourth annual bonfire was a real community effort with many organisations pitching in to help. Rotary, the Fire and Rescue Service, Police and Wyre Borough Council were supported by Regenda, Rossall School, Farmer Parr, AGC Chemicals, Halsall’s, Builders’ Supplies, EAS Electric, Adam Plummer Disco, Fleetwood Town Council and Festive Lights Committee, Community Payback and Bam Nuttall. We are particularly grateful for the understanding and support of residents who live close to the site.”

“The event relies on the support of the community in contributing £2 a head to cover the costs. The fireworks alone cost £4000 and, as it is not run for profit but is

organised purely to ensure a safe and enjoyable bonfire night for the people of Fleetwood, our thanks go to all those who helped and supported.”

This year, soldiers from the 2nd Batallion Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment based at Weeton Camp helped with the building of the bonfire and a £1000 contribution from Regenda helped to keep the cost of admission at a very reasonable £2.

Shaun MacNeill President of Fleetwood Rotary commented,

“For the bonfire to continue each year we rely on everyone paying the £2 admission fee and, although we obviously can’t insist, we are asking all those who prefer to watch from the roadway to also contribute £2 each. We don’t make a profit on the event and if we are unable to cover the costs we will either have to raise the price for all or discontinue this fantastic community bonfire and firework display. That would be a great shame and is something we definitely want to avoid.”

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‘Planting the seeds of hope and faith in the community’When the news appears to be full of stories about recession, austerity and depravation it is easy to focus on our own troubles, but it is precisely in times such as these that the most vulnerable in society need help, and it was this need that drove Matthew Branson to set up The Mustard Seed Group to help the homeless, the unemployed, the depressed and even those who are just lonely.

Held at St Peter’s Church, Fleetwood every Monday Night from 6.30pm – 9.30pm, The Mustard Seed Group is an outreach service that offers not only a hot meal, but also valuable advice from a number of self help associations including Add Action and J2R, all of which is delivered in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

A committed Christian and long-time resident of Fleetwood, Matthew’s aim is to build an organisation that provides the help and support that will encourage people to take responsibility for their lives and go on to make a positive contribution to the local community.

In the 9 months since the Group started, they have already moved beyond providing a hot meal and friendship and have become more involved in finding long term solutions for those in need. Supported by the church, the Group has been reaching out to local landlords to try and find supported accommodation for people trapped in the cycle of sleeping rough or in hostels, as Matthew explains,

“Putting a long term roof over someone’s head is key to providing the stability that improves lives. We often find that, once they have a settled home, people find a new lease of life and are far more willing to be involved in our volunteer scheme, which in turn builds confidence and self esteem.”

However, one of the biggest issues facing the Group is funding and this is where John Sorensen and colleagues at the DWP came in. John has been a volunteer for the Group since the beginning and his enthusiasm for their work encouraged his workmates to lend a hand by holding a bring and buy sale in their lunch hour, complete with home made cakes, a raffle and the auction of a signed Fleetwood Town FC shirt. The support of fundraisers is crucial to The Mustard Seed Group achieving its aims, as John describes,

“Volunteering in person is obviously central to the support we try to provide to those in need across our community and we welcome anyone who can help us in work, but without the efforts of those who help to raise funds on our behalf, we would not be able to do what we do and make a real difference to the lives of people in such difficult circumstances.”

At the last count the amount raised by the staff at DWP stood at over £400 with the auction of the shirt still to come, a fantastic amount that will go such a long way to helping people in need in the Fleetwood area.

If you can help The Mustard Seed Group in any way at all, you can get in touch at: [email protected]

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