Ninfield and Hooe Village Voice
TEMPUS IS FUGIT-ING!: Can you believe it...we're nearly at the end of April, Spring has definitley Sprung, the nights are drawing out, the sun has come out from behind the rain clouds and Marvellous May is just around the corner! I always say, give thanks for May, it's beautiful, balmy, benign. A long month of sunshine and glorious evenings; time for gardens, for gatherings...and Wine!! The Summer may start on the first day of June, but the Solstice is soon on it's way. Then each day will get shorter, one minute by one, so be thankful for Marvellous MAY!!!
LADIES LOUNGE: HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! Friday 24th April 4.30 -6.30pm at the Working Men's Club the first year Anniversary of our lovely, lively Ladies gathering! It's definitely something to celebrate, so hopefully we'll have a great turnout , to enjoy some Cake..!!.. and each other's company!! All ladies , all ages welcome; it's a fabulous afternoon for chatter, laughter, support and friendship- and an opportunity to switch off and relax with like minded , marvellous women!! Put the date in your diaries and tell all your neighbours and friends!
NINFIELD COMMUNITY CAFÉ will take place on Friday 24th April, at the Methodist Hall from 10 -11.30am. Pop down and catch up with friends over a cup of your preferred beverage!
NINFIELD HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY PLANT SALES & COFFEE MORNING - THIS Saturday 25th April, 9-11am. It's always an adventure as we never know what plants and/or garden sundries are going to be donated! If you have any plants to donate, please contact Kaye Crittell on 07707 683187 or they can be left at the Memorial Hall on the 25th from 8am. Door open for the sale at 9am and it's best to arrive early as there is usually a rush - especially if Ivan has any of his lovely old roses to sell. And don't worry if the early start means you miss your breakfast coffee as there will be coffee, tea and cakes available as well as plants. Hope to see you there.
QUIZ NIGHT! THIS SATURDAY ! Ninfield Memorial Hall. Doors open at 7, for a 7.30pm start- £8.50 pp, to include a hot supper, and I'm on Chilli duty again!! (Gratifying to hear we were missed last time!) So, if you haven't booked in advance, quickly nip on to [email protected] or call Carol 01424 893326, or contact me- details at the end of the column. Meat Chilli, Veg Chilli and Non Chilli Chilli (!!), plus Rice, Jacket Potato, Cheese, all included in the ticket price, but bring your own snacks, nibbles and Drinks..(including Alcohol!) It's a great evening, prizes for the winning table, a Raffle, and a lot of banter...see you there!!
HOOE & NINFIELD OPEN GROUP: We met on Friday 10th April 2.00p.m. in the Methodist Hall, Ninfield. Our speaker was Claire Nicolson and the subject was ‘Pastures and Performances speak’. Claire is a farmer married to Anne Bourner’s son Peter. Claire is also a classically trained musician who now plays mainly guitar but did start out learning violin and piano. She was brought up in the countryside which started her love of animals, she even went to agricultural college. Her love of music pulled her away from farming for many years and she seems to have been backing singer or musician for every band going, travelling the world. She even took part in the Millenium concert at the Brandenburg Gate. She decided it was time to go solo with her guitar and performed many gigs and produced an album of her own work. As well as all the music she still has time to help run the farm. She finished with a couple of her own songs. It was a fun afternoon. Our next meeting is 8th May same time, same place. Not sure what is happening yet, so watch this space. Look forward to seeing you there and visitors are always welcome. Nicki & Heather
HOOE BELLRINGING!- A Message from Carole! THE HOOE BELLRINGERS at St. Oswald’s have an open door to anyone that would like to give our 5 lovely bells a try. We meet 5.30-6.30 on Wednesdays or 9.30-11.30 on Saturdays (including tea and biscuits break) for practice and hope, once learned the ropes, be in the band on Sundays 10.30-11.00 for calling people to the church.
DARK SKIES : Is an informal whatsapp group, sharing pictures and information - If you would be interested in joining our group, please message/call 07707683187 or email [email protected]
FRIENDLY VOICES: Through the Summer months, Friendly Voices weekly sessions are held in the Church. Tuesday evening 7.30-8.30 and Thursday afternoon 2-3pm. Please feel free to come in and join us ro just sit and listen. We will be singing at the Church Coffee Morning on 23rd May and our session will have a 'sea' theme and we are adding some sea shanties to our repertoire!
NINFIELD HEALTH AND WELLBEING GROUP :Aims to promote the overall health of people in the local community. Established in 2018, the NHWG is an umbrella organisation supporting a range of activities.
BOOK EXCHANGE AND COMMUNITY CAFÉ. Methodist Hall 10 – 11.30 weekly on Friday. First Friday monthly: Book Exchange and chat over tea/coffee and biscuits. Donations asked for books and refreshments. A good range of books and good company. Community Café open on all other Friday mornings – you will be made very welcome. For further details contact David on 07989729123 or email [email protected]
LUNCH CLUB: The next lunch club will meet on Thursday 26 March. If you would like a place, contact Sam White on 07484 847933.
WOMEN’S ’s CRAFTING & KNITTING CIRCLE.-Weekly 10.30 am – 12.30 pm. £5 per session. A well established friendly group. Contact Jane on 01424 892428 for info.
HEALTH WALKS- Every Thursday. Trained local volunteers lead a gentle walk of about an hour. Meet 11am at Sparke Pavilion at Ninfield Recreation ground near the main entrance off Church Lane. A few more walkers welcome. Part of the East Sussex Health Walks scheme. Please wear suitable footwear. Contact Robin for more details: 07940324601 or [email protected]
MEN’S SHEDS. Sparke Pavilion. 10 am last Friday of the month. Men putting the world to rights over free coffee. For more information contact Dave: 01424 892883.
FILM MATINEES - On the second Tuesday of the month in Ninfield Memorial Hall. Screening and refreshments are free and films are dementia friendly and have subtitles. Doors open at 1.30 pm for the screening at 2 pm. For more information or to book a place for March (to ensure enough cake!) contact Jackie or Rose: 01424 892422 or email: [email protected]
DANCE/EXERCISE CLASSES. Samantha Hughes-Guard A.I.S.T.D (Hons)- Please call 07970650321 or email me at [email protected] for more information.
MOVEMENT 2 MUSIC – Monday mornings 10-11.30am at the Memorial Hall- Chair based and Standing exercises for the Older but Still Active person.- great fun, lots of laughs and a sing along too -for improved fitness, balance and strength, and to enjoy a get together with friends . £6 per class, to include coffee and biscuits. Everyone welcome... Ladies And Gents!! Such a good way to Move it, not Lose it!
LINE DANCE CLASSES! At the Memorial Hall - fortnightly Tuesdays 2.30-3.30pm & Fridays 6.30-7.30pm: We're all having a great time at both classes and now there are a few stetsons and boots in the room! But the main objective is still to have FUN, It's Ninfield not Nashville!!! Come and join us...you'll be amazed at what you get out of it! £6 pp per class to include refreshments; Call Sami 07970650321
DANCERCISE – Wednesday evenings 6.30pm at the Memorial Hall – great exercise, great fun and the chance to learn new styles of dance. £6 per class.
BALLROOM – Fridays (fortnightly) 6.30pm at the Memorial Hall – learn to Waltz, Cha Cha, Jive – chase the Strictly series!!! £12 per couple, £6 per person, per class.
BURLESQUE – Fridays (fortnightly) 7.30pm at the Memorial Hall – Show Dancing, -think Chicago, Cabaret... Fabulous fun and great for getting the mind and body uplifted! £6 per class.
SILVERY SWANS BALLET CLASS : Thursday mornings 9.30am – at the Methodist Hall – the most serene, calm, glorious 50 mins of the week! £6 per class.
CHURCH SERVICES – METHODIST CHURCH Sunday 26th April, 10.30am Worship and Praise Family Service with Christine Thacker.
PARISH CHURCHES - Sunday 26th April - St Mary’s Church, Ninfield- 9.30am No Service - St Oswald's Church, Hooe- 11am Parish Eucharist
EARLY HEADS UP: Saturday 30th May- Afternoon Tea at St Mary's Church- hosted by Ninfield HWBG, for everyone to come and enjoy; Hopefully the first of regular get togethers for friends, neighbours and New residents, to come and meet up for a cuppa, cake and a chat! Local groups, clubs and societies will pop in too to give information on events and activities on the Village.
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