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BOOKS! BOOKS! BOOKS!

Two from one of my favourite modern day authors – Sebastian Faulks.  The first “Engleby” is narrated by a 1970’s student.  I couldn’t put it down when I read it first some years ago – a good read, but slightly disturbing.

 

The second “A Week in December” was perhaps not as good as it could have been – set in a week in December in 2007 recounting the lives of seven characters living in London and how they interlink.

Two non-fiction books as well…

“Gardening Tips” by Steve Brookes – might pursue his tip to prevent slugs eating hostas and
”Contract Bridge for Beginners” – not a game I play so can’t comment.

Please feel free to borrow any of the books at the back of the church. If you would like to buy one, please make a donation. Thank you.

Debra Thatcher

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HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS 2022

 

We have received two letters from the Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland Dr. Sarah Furness PhD informing residents of Rutland of the forthcoming suggestions to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June 2022.

Please read the attached two letters by clicking on the link below…

LL Letter to Councils – Platinum Jubilee Weekend

LL Letter to Councils – Queen’s Green Canopy

Let us know what your views are on how we in our village of Ridlington can contribute to collectively celebrating this amazing milestone.

You may have read in the minutes of the last Parish Council meeting held on September 22nd that it was proposed that a committee, to be responsible for arranging the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, should be formed.

A flyer, for delivery to all households, asking for ideas and volunteers will be produced in due course. Rutland County Council will also be setting up a portal on their website, so this will help us all to keep up to date with what the County of Rutland is doing as they too are amassing ideas and suggestions.

The Parish Councillors would very much appreciate hearing from you. Thank you

Dave Johnson
Chairman

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RPC MEETING (PLANNING) – 13 OCTOBER 2021

There will be a Ridlington Parish Council Planning meeting held on Wednesday, October 13th at 7:00 pm. This will be held at the Village Hall.

Please click on the following link to access the Agenda for this meeting.

RPC Agenda 13.10.21

All members of the public welcome.

 

 

 

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FOOD BANK COLLECTIONS

Your continued generosity is much appreciated and as we head into the autumn months it is important that we continue to support the Food Bank, which is doing an amazing job in supporting local families in need – if everyone added one item to their shop we would make an even greater difference.

Items requested include: UHT milk; tinned goods – potatoes, carrots, fruit and meat pies; porridge; cereal bars; noodles; long-life sponge puddings; crackers and cheese biscuits.

Twice monthly collections for the Food Bank will continue until the end of the year.  The collection dates for October are 13th and 27th.

Thank you for your support.
Debra Thatcher

 

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FUND RAISER FOR “HELP FOR HEROES”

Capt Gary Rutherford RAVC
1st Military Working Dog Regiment
St George’s Barracks Nt Luffenham

Will be giving a talk about the important work his regiment carry’s out and his own experiences over 20 years service which includes tours of duty in Iraq & Afghanistan.

On Friday October 29th – 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm
At Ridlington Village Hall

Tickets £12.50 (under 18’s free) includes a glass of Wine or Beer plus nibbles.

For a place/s please book by October 10th, there are still seats available (for comfort places are limited). Payment by cheque made out to ‘Help for Heroes’ or cash

David Roome – 5 Main Street, Ridlington, LE15 9AU
Email – davr333@btinternet.com
Tel.:  – 01572 821416

 

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CHURCH NEWS

Church Cleaning:
Thank you, this month, to: Julie Hoult; Louise Fox; Suzanne Baines and Ruth Lees.

The church is due for a ‘deep clean’ weeks commencing Monday 27th September and Monday 4th October – if you are able to offer some time to do a little extra cleaning before the winter, it would be much appreciated. Thank you.

Church Flowers:
Thank you, this month, to: Liz Simpson; Maggie Wilson; Anne Harvey.

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CHURCHYARD WORK PARTIES

Heartfelt thanks are due to the members of the working parties who strimmed, trimmed and cleared the churchyard on Thursday, 2nd and on the morning of Sunday, 5th September. These planned tasks were carried out by Karen Baines, Neil Fairley, Steve, Barney and Joe Fox, David and Anne Harvey, Dave and Shelagh Johnson, John and Jacky Morrell and Richard and Debra Thatcher.

Special thanks to Richard Baines for removing the strimmings and clippings from the site.

A new management plan is being prepared for 2022 for volunteer work parties and will be placed in the church porch so people can identify volunteering opportunities.

 

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DEATH AT THE DEANERY

Ridlington Players

DEATH AT THE DEANERY

By Jim Hollingsworth

“SOLD OUT”

Tickets for the Play have now all been sold! However, we have a list for cancellations,  if you are interested and want to be placed on this list, please do not hesitate to contact Margie Wall.

What a journey we have been on to stage this play! From Zoom meetings to socially-distanced rehearsals in a garden, and then at last we burst upon the stage! We have had so much fun with this one-act Agatha Christie spoof play, and we hope that you will have as much fun watching it!

So, do join us at Manton Village Hall on Saturday October 9th at 7.00 pm (Curtain up 7.30) and test your skills as detectives. So many people – so many motives!

Although Covid rules are now relaxed, it would be appreciated if you would wear masks for the performance, please.  We will update you nearer the time with any government-led changes and our aim will be to keep everyone safe.

Bring your own liquid refreshment and glasses for pre-performance drinks.

Tickets are £5 and can be obtained from:

margie.wall@hotmail.com        01572 821397/07928378668
debrathatcher@hotmail.com   01572 823910
suzannebaines@outlook.com  01572 823542/07465409477