Ninfield and Hooe Village Voice

2 STORMS, NO TEACUPS!! Just the fact that were devastated and cancelled in their wake. Our poor Ninfield Bonfire Society, who work tirelessly all year to fundraise and organise the annual Bonfire & Fireworks Night, had no choice than to accept the directive from the Pyrotechnic company , and cancel the event due to the forecast high winds and driving rain. Such a shame, but not surprising, and safety has to come first. Onwards and upwards, keep going NBS!

NINFIELD COMMUNITY CAFE- Friday 30th October 10 -11.30am. Pop down and catch up with neighbours and friends over a cup of your preferred beverage!

NINFIELD & DISTRICT ART SOCIETY EXHIBITION : Last weekend at The Memorial Hall: what an amazing celebration of creativity , featuring a wide range of stunning artworks by talented local artists. The exhibition was stunning, and although there was a slight leak through the roof due to the ghastly weather- which also stopped some people venturing out, those that made it were impressed by the high standard of work on display.

Congratulations to Fiona Stedman and all the members of NADAS!

LADIES LOUNGE: This Friday 30th October 4.30 - 6.30pm at Ninfield Working Men's Club: it's the day before HALLOWEEN, and there might be some special, spiritual aspects to the afternoon ! So, please accept this informal, and personal invitation to ALL LADIES , ALL AGES - Everyone is 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!! The Bar will be open, there's coffee, tea, snacks and cake...! Come and join us, we'd love to see you! And, to all Ladies who are out working all week- If you're working til 5 ish...try and drop in for half an hour on your way home. You will be made SO welcome; and you might just find your essential 3rd Space...!!

HALLOWEEN PARTY: Hosted by Ninfield Carnival Association Saturday 31st October from 5pm at Moons Hill Farm . Fancy Dress Competition, Disco, Burger Van, Prizes and Spooky Fun!

VINTAGE AFTERNOON TEA DANCE: "THE BEST LAID PLANS ..." The Tea Dance, planned for Saturday 31st October, will be RESCHEDULED to early Spring; something bright, fun-filled and frivolous to look forward to after the winter months! With thanks, and all best wishes, The NHWBG Team!

A FEAST OF HARMONY; Saturday 7th November, St Mary’s Church - 7pm for 7.30 start Entry £10, children free, refreshments available. A mix of Music from Baroque to Musical Theatre. Singers led by Louise Winter, Piano- Arran Keith.

FILM MATINEES: "We're so sorry that we've been unable to start our films again after the Summer Break....Now, even though The Memorial Hall did assure us that there should be NO cancellation next time, unfortunately, and with great sadness, the 10th November film, Ealing Comedy classic: Whiskey Galore has had to be CANCELLED AGAIN!! The roof should be being tiled during this week, and the noise would be far too much to show a film: also, to stop the works on that afternoon just to show the film somewhat defeats the object of trying to get the work done quickly!!! So, it is as it is...and it's devastating that 3 films have gone, plus a Vintage Afternoon Tea Dance in the 3 months of overdue Roof repairs. Please keep the faith, and watch this space for updates and new event details. xx

VILLAGE CHRISTMAS CONCERT- Saturday 19th December, 7pm- St Mary’s Church. We had a Meet & Greet for prospective performers last week, and all of a sudden we had a Full Concert taking shape! A brilliant mix of Music - guitar, singing, revue; plus Acting- monologues, poetry and comedy sketches- including a couple of timeless Panto set pieces...oh yes there is!! With a range of ages and experience taking part, it's going to be A Sparkling Night of Fun and Entertainment; a real Community gathering; Candlelight, Canapés, Mulled Wine and Fizz, lots of laughter and Christmas Spirit! Raising funds for the Roof & Clock Tower repairs - booking is essential, Tickets £10 per head- reserve your seats by calling or email as below!

A call is out for Helpers on the night for Raffle, Bar and Stage Management to add to the Community Christmas spirit! The next gathering for Helpers is on Monday 16th November, 5 45pm at the Church; followed by a rehearsal for performers at 6 30pm. Call/Text or Email [email protected] 07970 650321

NINFIELD WORKING MEN'S CLUB: Sunday 8th November-1.45pm Live Music! Finley & Mathew present Songs across the Decades - Supporting Young Musicians; Just turn up and Enjoy!!

HOOE & NINFIELD OPEN GROUP: We met on Friday as usual and we had a very interesting and informative talk by Angela Wallis of Woodside Acupuncture based in Ninfield. She explained the three-year Bachelor of Science training she had at the International College of Acupuncture. She is also trained in Swedish Body Massage. She has recently completed a Diploma in Bach Flower Remedies. Apparently, there are 38 flower remedies used across the globe to support your emotional health

Some of us had already been treated by Angela and judging by the interest shown more people will benefit from her expertise.

Next month we meet at the Methodist Hall 2.00pm Friday 13th November.

Look forward to seeing you there.

Nicki & Heather

NINFIELD BOWLS CLUB DIARY!

We had a full hectic diary of events during the summer season that has kept all club members busy and entertained. The weather has been hot, but thankfully our irrigation system has worked well and our grounds team have worked wonders to produce an excellent green for playing.

The club hosted a ‘Gentlemen’s Invitation’ competition in July that was attended by ten very competitive bowls clubs from the Rother area. Alas, as hosts we did not take part but provided a superb tea which the players devoured with immense delight. The exhaustive and marathonic

competition commenced at 10.00am and concluded at 4.30pm with Hollington being crowned the winning team.

We also held a ‘President’s Day’ competition in July when the club members were divided into two teams, ‘The Roundhead’ and ‘Cavaliers’. No swords were drawn but everyone had fun and particularly enjoyed the chicken & chip supper that followed, but more to the point, we raised a good sum for the Alzheimer’s Society

Our ‘finals day’ competition was held in early September when the men’s and ladies deciding game was played and the winner crowned champion for the year. Once again, tea and cake biscuits were provided.

And talking of biscuits, you may recall from our previous diary entry that the inclusion of biscuits at tea time is an essential element to the game, without which, the performance of bowlers can be enhanced or diminished. Our intrepid bowlers were performing well in the Rother League and were seventh position, until that is, someone left the lid of the biscuit tin rendering the biscuits inedible and thus reducing the performance of our bowlers with distressful results. The biscuit tin culprit was dispatched to ‘Dells’ shop only to return with a packet of ‘ginger nuts’

I am pleased to report that the tang of the ginger nuts fired our bowlers into a what can only be described as a muted frenzy and your Ninfield village team, as a consequence, won more games than they lost and are now ( at the time of writing ) in fifth position in the Rother League with one game left to play

There are discussions within the club house that the addition of custard creams to the teatime ritual had produced the excellence whilst others maintain that it was the inclusion of bourbons, but what ever, the bowlers are doing the village proud !

ST MARY'S CHURCH: Have you been? -Is just lovely...an historic place, so many familiar names within, and without...its a place to wonder at, to find calm in, to explore and to support. And, IT NEEDS HELP! Yes, that classic line.-"The Roof needs repairing!" And the Clock Tower too! The finances are so limited, and the costs in excess of £68,000. If you have any ideas, or want to help in any way, please let me know!

DARK SKIES : Is largely 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 have been held in the Church. Tuesday evening 7.30-8.30 will continue there for a while, but the Thursday afternoon sessions are back in Sparke Pavilion. Please feel free to come and join us!

NINFIELD HEALTH AND WELLBEING GROUP : Ninfield Health and Wellbeing Group aims to promote the health and wellbeing of people in the local community. Established in 2018, the NHWG is an umbrella organisation supporting a range of activities.

FILM MATINEES: Please see extra Entry above!! From 2027, enjoy a relaxed afternoon with us at the Memorial Hall - with its new roof, when it's finished! Films have subtitles and are dementia friendly. To ensure enough cake, please let Jackie Langley know if you like to attend. [email protected] or on 01424892422.'

Films are held in Ninfield Memorial Hall-Doors open at 1.30 pm for the screening at 2 pm.

BOOK EXCHANGE AND COMMUNITY CAFÉ : Methodist Hall 10-11.30 on Friday mornings.

The Book Exchange Café will open on the 1st Friday of the month, with the Community Cafés open all the other Friday mornings! Donations gratefully requested for books and refreshments. There is a wide range of books and good company. You will be made to feel very welcome if you’d like to join us. Contact David on 07989729 or [email protected]

MEN’S SHED: Now an established friendly group meeting at 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.

HEALTH WALKS: Every Thursday. Trained local volunteers lead a gentle walk of about an hour. Meet 11 am at Sparke Pavilion at Ninfield Recreation ground near the main entrance off Church Lane. A few more walkers welcome. Please wear suitable footwear. Contact Robin: 07940324601 or

robin@ plowmate.plus.com

WOMEN’S CRAFTING AND KNITTING CIRCLE: Weekly 10.30 am – 12.30 pm on Friday. £5 per session. A well established friendly group. Phone Jane on 892428 for more details.

LUNCH CLUB: NB.NEW DAY! The 4th Thursday of the month and If you would like a place, contact Sam White on 07484 847933.

DANCE/EXERCISE CLASSES.

Samantha Hughes-Guard A.I.S.T.D (Hons)

Please call 07970650321 or email me at [email protected] for more information.

DUE TO ONGOING AND EXTENDED MEMORIAL HALL ROOF REPAIRS- TIMES & VENUES MAY CHANGE- PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL FOR UPDATES!!

MOVEMENT 2 MUSIC – Monday mornings 9.30 -11.30am -2 classes -change of venue for a few weeks more, to HOOE VILLAGE HALL, please call for info! 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, biscuits & Cake!. Everyone welcome... Ladies And Gents!! Such a good way to Move it, not Lose it!

LINE DANCE CLASSES! Fortnightly Tuesdays 2.30-3.30pm at Hooe Village Hall & Fridays 6.30-7.30pm at Ninfield Memorial Hall: We're all having a great time at both classes and now there are a few stetsons, boots and Rhinestones in the room! But the main objective is still to have FUN, It's Ninfield meets Nashville!!!

Come and join us...you'll be amazed at what you get out of it! £7 pp per class to include refreshments; Call Sami 07970650321

DANCERCISE – Wednesday evenings Please call to confirm Time & Venue– great exercise, great fun and the chance to learn new styles of dance. £7 per class.

BALLROOM – Fridays (fortnightly) 6.30pm at the Memorial Hall – learn to Waltz, Cha Cha, Jive – chase the Strictly series!!! £14 per couple, £7 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! £7 per class.

SILVERY SWANS BALLET CLASS : Thursday mornings 9.30am – at the Methodist Hall – the most serene, calm, glorious 50 mins of the week! £7 per class.

CHURCH SERVICES –

METHODIST CHURCH

Sunday 1st November 10.30am Café Worship with Revd Ian Couchman

PARISH CHURCHES

Sunday 1st November

St Mary’s Church, Ninfield 9.30am Parish Eucharist

St Oswald's Church, Hooe 11am Family Service.

PLEASE REMEMBER! ALL diary entries, reviews, stories and reports to Me please by Monday midday- and if anything is lost between the Online column entry and the Newspaper hard copy it will be due to Editor's space allocation NOT by my lax omission. Thanks.

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