Entertainment

Parish Summer Event – Update Nov. 2015

BuntingLast week an initial meeting took place to explore the possibility of organising a summer outdoor event for Hodnet and the surrounding villages. This had been one of the more popular suggestions in the recent Parish Plan Survey for improving parish life. Parish Clerk, organised the meeting and reports on it as follows:

At the meeting there were representatives from Hodnet Scouts, Hodnet Guides, Hodnet School, Hodnet & District Gardening Club, Hodnet Working Men’s Club, Hodnet 2000 Charity, Hodnet WI and the Parish Council. We discussed having an event to celebrate the Queen’s Birthday and as there were already a few street parties arranged in the Parish for the Sunday it was decided to have a Parish / Village Fete on Saturday 11th June and make a weekend of celebrations.
The general feeling was that it was better to have a village fete that involved as many as possible of the already existing clubs, society and possibly businesses that are in the Parish so that they could be ‘showcased’ as new people moving in the the area may not even realise that these groups exist. Also there could be competitions for cakes, pictures and possible photographs in the same way as there was for the Jubilee Celebrations.
There is a further meeting arranged for 1st December at Hodnet Social Club at 7:30pm when we will discuss the quotes being sort for marques, public liability etc. and how these initial costs are going to be met.

Anyone who would like to help in putting on a summer event is invited to turn up at the meeting or to contact Jane – Tel. 07717-712315 or email

Peplow Community Walk

Boy & Girl WalkingFriday 11th September at 2.00pm
An afternoon walk to Wollerton Wetlands (Hodnet Walks Leaflet No 5)
Meet at Wollerton Village Room (Mill Road). Children and dogs on leads welcome.
Please wear footwear suitable for muddy ground.
In case of bad weather please phone Randall 07971-934799 (after 12:30pm on the day) to check if the walk is going ahead.

Chris and his Retrospectives in Peplow

Chris and his Retrospectives

Saturday 18th April 2015, 7pm – 11pm, in Peplow Chapel

Songs from the magic years of the Fab Fifties and Swinging Sixties

Golden oldies played by golden oldies!

Folk and Ballads through to Pop and Rock ‘n’ Roll

 
 

Tickets in advance £10: Includes a bowl of Beef Bourguignon and a pudding.
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Vegetarian option available)

Please bring  your own drinks, we will supply the glasses.

Chris recommends you bring a cushion for the pews, unless you plan to dance all night!

Tickets and more information from Dave Jackson
Tel. 01952-840489 or email

Organised by

Peplownians

Peplow Sewing Club – 18/3/15

Peplownians

You are invited to the launch of a new afternoon sewing club in Peplow Chapel.

Wednesday 18th March, 2.00 – 4.00pm.
Tea/coffee/refreshments after – or just drop in for cake and chat.
Small charge to cover refreshments and heating.

Contact: Elizabeth Downes – Tel. 01952-840215 or email

Market Drayton Arts Festival 2014

A Community Festival of the Arts in Market Drayton

Thursday 30 October to Sunday 2 November
Four days featuring a variety of events from artistic workshops, open studios and theatre to interactive music, dance and literature – there really will be something for everyone.
Most of these events will be free, though there are a number where an admission charge applies.
For a full list of events, artists and admissions please see the Festival’s website: draytonartsfest.org
Or pick up a programme from various locations including some shops and the Festival Drayton Center.