A mixed bag, but all enjoyable.  First, an amusing reflection on a busy year of Clarissa Dickson Wright, a true countrywoman, “Rifling Through my Drawers”

Second, Chinua Achebe’s “Things Fall Apart”, the story of Okonkwo’s great fall, as a young man being compared with his father, a reflection of Igbo culture.

Finally, Tana French’s “The Likeness”, a psychological thriller, well rounded characters, good plot.

 

Many thanks to everyone who supported the coffee morning on May 24th: a total of £111 was raised for village hall funds.

Coffee Mornings will be held on: 26th July and 27th September

A Social Night will take place on: Friday 13th December

Keep these dates in your diary – all welcome!

To access the Annual Report & Accounts for the Ridlington Playing Field, please click on the links below.

Annual Report – Playing Field Report May 2024 Ruth Lees

Annual Accounts – Playing Field accounts 2024 (1) (5) (3) (8) (3)

 

Alternatively, these can also be access on the website under the heading “Playing Fields – AGM’s & Accounts”

 

 

Referrals are increasing.

The next collection from the church porch will be on Wednesday, 17th July.

Please continue to give generously.

 

The strim and rake of the churchyard will commence at 2:00 pm on Saturday, 27th July followed by a ploughman’s tea.

If you are able to help please let Debra Thatcher know.

AFTERNOON TEAS
Teas will be served on four summer Sunday afternoons (21st July to 11th August) using the village hall facilities. Offers of help to serve, wash up, bake etc to Debra Thatcher.

 

OPEN GARDENS
Open Gardens planned for the afternoon of Sunday, 25th  August.  Offers of gardens, help with car parking and teas etc to Debra Thatcher.

THANK YOU

– for kind donations to the ‘For Rutland’ bottle tombola at the Rutland Show

– for participating in the Churches Count on Nature, full results of the bio blitz is on display in the church

– for the idea of a communal herb garden (Rosemary in Manton)

– for assistance in planning and planting the pollen bar funded by a  grant

– to Martin, with assistance from David, for such an informative and interesting talk on the West End gallery musical instruments

The next monthly walk will be on Friday, July 12th. Meet at the church porch at 6:00 pm