http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/ en Copyright 2009 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:40:19 +0000 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Northwich U3A has a monthly meeting on the third Wednesday of the month, held at The Fourways Inn, Oakmere, where there is a speaker and a chance to socialise. Other interest groups, that meet on various days, include theatre, lunch clubs, local history, current affairs, bridge, bowls, craft, French, gardening, music, reading, art appreciation, canasta, geology, singing and modern philosophy. Annual membership is £10. For further details: Tel: 01606 883358 Email: sykesja@btinternet.com http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/11/northwich_u3a.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/11/northwich_u3a.html Mid Cheshire Northwich Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:40:19 +0000 The new season got underway in October with the customary quiz. The quizmaster was the former chairman Anthony Masson, who presented his programme in three sections - photgraphs, commercial motifs, and general knowledge. Members were certainly put to a severe test, but an occasional banter helped to make it a fun evening, a most enjoyable one. The winners were Oggie's Quartet. At the next meeting on Monday 16th November at 7.30pm in the Castle Methodist Schoolroom, Janet Evans from the RSPB will give an audio visual presentation on Working with children at the RSPB Lake Vyrnwy. In December, members will again join forces with the Methodists and URC for their joint Carol Service. http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/11/northwich_welsh_society_6.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/11/northwich_welsh_society_6.html Mid Cheshire Northwich Northwich Welsh Society Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:10:40 +0000 We are a Christian organisation believing in God's healing power and salvation. We presently meet at Chester Deaf Center, Southview Road, CH1 4JG on Wednesdays at 6pm and Sundays at 10.30am. Service Times: Sun 10:30am Wed: 6:30pm (expect for first week of the month we meet on Thursdays). Tel: 07950 689289 Email: christembassy_chester@yahoo.com Website: www.christembassy.org http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/10/christ_embassy_church.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/10/christ_embassy_church.html Cheshire Contributors Chester Chester Region Christ Embassy Church Church Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:52:19 +0000 Address: South Cheshire College, Dane Bank Avenue, Crewe CW2 8AB Tel: 01270 668600 Email: cda@s-cheshire.ac.uk Website: www.cheshire-dyslexia.org.uk http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/10/cheshire_dyslexia_association.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/10/cheshire_dyslexia_association.html Crewe Crewe Region Crewe Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:09:53 +0000 Anger is a chocolate biscuit. The people, who designed packaging on biscuits, must have twisted minds, or delight in seeing the frustration they have caused to millions of ordinary people, who suddenly develop packaging rage. You finally get them open, and your body aches, and the sweat is pouring off you. No matter how careful you are, the top four biscuits are always broken, then the anger starts again, and you want to write a long letter of complaint to the manufacturer. Instead of it being a relaxing or even romantic moment, a shared cup of strong tea and a biscuit. Perhaps anger management courses should be offered with each packet of biscuits. I wonder how many people have died angry, all because of a packet of chocolate biscuits. http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/anger_is_a_chocolate_biscuit.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/anger_is_a_chocolate_biscuit.html Tales from a Kingsley Road Kid Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:21:54 +0000 (Sponsored by Shell UK) The 53rd Community Pride Competition was celebrated at the Northwich Memorial Hall in the presence of a large gathering of civic leaders, parish councillors, competition judges and enthusiasts who had travelled from all parts of the county. The overall award for the 2009 BEST KEPT VILLAGE/MARKET TOWN competition was presented to NANTWICH - a market town which is well cared for and attractive to all who visit it. Mrs. Maureen Walmsley, Chairman of Community Action which organises the competition, presented a plaque and a cheque. http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/cheshire_community_pride_compe.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/cheshire_community_pride_compe.html Chester Region Crewe Region Ellesmere Port Mid Cheshire Runcorn and Widnes Cheshire Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:10:14 +0000 Keep Supple, Keep Strong - all ages welcome. You must be fit and well before commencing this programme. Contact: Lynn (instructor) Tel: 01270 663958 Email: cw2pol@aol.com http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/fitness_pilates_in_crewe_and_n.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/fitness_pilates_in_crewe_and_n.html Crewe Crewe Region Nantwich Crewe Nantwich Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:57:46 +0000 Over the last six years of researching and writing local history, I have met and recorded many wonderful local people, including Alzheimer suffers and heart attack victims, in some cases it has given them a new lease of life and much needed companionship, Some of the people I have worked with have taken up writing for the first time, or even research their own memories now. I have received many requests for help from people from all over the world, and all walks of life, including helping to reunite three local evacuees after sixty- five years. A year or so later, I received a letter from a young lady from the midlands for information on a former Runcorn FC player, Who turned out to be the real father of her dad who was suffering from a rare blood disorder, the information I found out for her helped her through a very difficult time. I received another letter from a family in Dorset. The father wrote to me because his son was having a hard time at school and he was trying to get him interested in sport. The little boy soon took up Rugby in a big way, especially after he discovered his granddad had once played for Runcorn and England. I was able to send him the whole story, including a rare photo. He was so thrilled to find out that his granddad had played professionally and is every bit as determined to follow in his footsteps. My latest request of help is to find out about a former landlord of the Norton Arms pub, his name was Hiam Gilleland. http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/local_history_detective.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/local_history_detective.html Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:44:38 +0000 email so we can give you more details on how to join. ]]> http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/1074_ellesmere_port_squadron_a.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/1074_ellesmere_port_squadron_a.html Ellesmere Port Ellesmere Port Ellesmere Port Fri, 18 Sep 2009 08:20:03 +0000 A circuit training and fitness class (franchised from 'Rob Paul's Circuit & Fitness' - a growing company that's very popular in Deeside and Ellesmere Port) will take place from 29 September in Saltney. The aim is to promote fitness and get as many people of all ages and abilities from the local area to join. It's a brilliant way to promote fitness in the community and if you'd like more information please contact: Richie or Vicky Tel: 07748 385 962 Email: vic_swanny@hotmail.com Website: www.robpaulscircuitandfitness.co.uk http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/rob_pauls_circuit_fitness_clas.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/rob_pauls_circuit_fitness_clas.html Chester Region Saltney Saltney Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:37:25 +0000 I was the little boy who stopped on his way to school, to look in the Hobby Shop window, and was told off by teacher for being late. Through the misted up glass I could see lots of model aircraft and airfix models. I used to go in the Hobby Shop every week with a friend of mine the late Roy Hayes who always seemed to have enough money to buy Dinky or Corgi cars, which were half a crown in old money, I remember him buying the new James Bond car that came out, it fired bullets and had an ejector seat that fired the plastic passenger up in the air. We also looked in Coventry's shop window, at all the model train sets, but we were more into war and motorcars. Throughout the year I watched all my favorite toys disappear one by one, as other children in the town had birthdays, or Christmas came and went. Tears filled my eyes because I came from a very poor family that couldn't afford toys. I always wanted an electric racing car set or a fort I'd seen with civil war soldiers and wagons and cannons and red Indians it cost ten shillings in old money, but we could never afford it. My dad gave me some old football coupons and a biro to play with, but it was never the same as having real toys. . . http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/the_original_hobby_shop.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/09/the_original_hobby_shop.html Tales from a Kingsley Road Kid Sun, 13 Sep 2009 12:21:00 +0000 On what was probably the sunniest evening in July, members had a most enjoyable time at their annual garden party held at the home of their Chairman, Anthony Masson, Knutsford. Chats in well manicured surroundings were interrupted only by the noise of low flying aircraft. Hostess Christine Masson was presented with a bouquet, and Anthony and her were warmly thanked for their kindness and making their home an open house. The Society's AGM will be held at the Castle Methodist schoolroom on Monday September 21st at 7.30pm. A warm welcome awaits new members. Just go along on the night. http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/08/northwich_welsh_society_5.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/08/northwich_welsh_society_5.html Mid Cheshire Northwich Northwich Welsh Society Wed, 26 Aug 2009 08:19:46 +0000 Chester District Scouts supports 19 Scout Groups and six Explorer Scout Units in Chester and the surrounding area. There are 1,200 members all led by adult volunteers. Join the adventure with us! Chester and District Scout Council Contact: David Bull Address: Westlea Primary School, Weston Grove, Chester CH2 1QJ TELEPHONE: 01244398635 FAX: 0207 691 9364 Email: dc@chesterscouts.org.uk WEBSITE: www.chesterscouts.org.uk http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/08/chester_district_scouts_counci.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/08/chester_district_scouts_counci.html Chester Chester Region Chester Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:40:39 +0000 We are a Scout Group offering fun and adventure to boys and girls from 6-25 years. Recent Events: Camp with Rafting,Orienteering, Low Ropes Course, Bell Boating on the Dee, Narrow Boat Camp around Four Counties Ring, Visit to Crocky Trail & Drayton Manor. Future Events: Camp with Climbing, Archery and Grass Sledging, International Camp in Cheshire in 2010, District Centenary Camp Gangshow, Swimming Galas, Craft Competions, Treasure Hunts. 1st Saltney (St Mark's) Scout Group Contact: Alan Wilding Address: Scout HQ St Mark's Christian Centre, St Mark's Road, Saltney, Chester CH4 8DE Email: enquiries@saltneyscouts.org.uk Tel: 0844 414 2736 Website: www.saltneyscouts.org.uk http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/08/1st_saltney_st_marks_scout_gro.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/08/1st_saltney_st_marks_scout_gro.html Chester Chester Region Saltney Saltney Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:30:52 +0000 A group for local people interested in making our country a republic. Contact: Rob Kehoe Tel: 01244 674977 http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/08/republic_towns_winsford.html http://www.cheshirecommunities.co.uk/2009/08/republic_towns_winsford.html Mid Cheshire Winsford Republic Towns Winsford Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:22:34 +0000