Ninfield Village Voice - October 24

The soup was delicious and the ham, salad, cheese and biscuits an excellent choice. The committee had organised the lunch and everyone involved had worked hard - sincere thanks to them all from all who attended the event. They hope to continue these occasional lunches for the benefit of the village.

MS COFFEE MORNING: The Methodist Church Hall was full of chatter from all those who had come along to support Nora's annual coffee morning held in aid of Multiple Sclerosis. There were many items, cakes included, to tempt you all of which resulted in 241 being raised. Nora and her friends thank you all very much for your generous support.

NINFIELD Horticultural Society: There was a good attendance at the annual general meeting where once the business was finished everyone was looking forward to the talk. There was no change to the committee or officers, surprise, surprise - and the treasurer reported there is money in the bank.

After refreshments and the raffle members relaxed and listened to Robin Goldsmith talking about Church Wood in Ninfield. Robin is the leader of the current volunteers, Daphne, Terry and Chris who work in the Wood each Wednesday. He provided a great deal of interesting background information to the present situation. Robin displayed many photographs showing the work being done in the wood throughout the year.

Robin was warmly thanked by Rose, the show organiser, and among the questions was a request that another guided walk be held next year. It was a most enjoyable evening.

The next meeting is on Wednesday, November 19, when Ian Rumley-Dawson will talk about the 'Wildlife of the Welsh Coastline'. A reminder will follow.

HALLOWE'EN PARADE: A call from Cllr Sami Guard to let us know there will be a Hallowe'en Parade again this year. The young people will meet at the Blacksmiths Inn car park at 4.45pm on Friday, October 31. They will be accompanied by Cllr Julie Hurrell, together with some parents of the members of the Youth Forum. A thoroughly good time is forecast if everything goes according to plan.

VILLAGE GALA NIGHT: Advance notice - on Saturday, November 15, in the Memorial Hall, there will be a special evening of entertainment featuring a music and comedy revue, licensed bar, fish and chip supper and disco. Dress code - formal/smart. Doors open at 7pm, carriages at midnight. The Carnival Association will present cheques to their chosen charities including Demelza James Children's Hospice. The Parish Council will present The Village Award. Tickets are 12.50 per head - or why not book a table. To do so please ring Sami Guard on 01424 893699 or see Sophie in the post office.

KNITTING FOR KISIIZI: The next chance to support this worthwhile charity is on Saturday, November 1, in Battle Memorial Hall, when the Autumn Fair and Coffee Morning will tempt you with many delicious cakes and preserves, plus possible gifts among many other delights.

Ploughman's platters will be served throughout. This will raise money to help mothers and babies in an African mission hospital.

TURN BACK YOUR CLOCKS: Please do remember to do this before you go to bed tomorrow (Saturday) night. It it not essential to get up and do it at 2am! Looking on the bright side we do benefit from an extra hour if we go to bed at the normal time.

CHURCH SERVICES: St. Mary's, Ninfield, 9.30am Parish Eucharist, 6pm Evensong. St. Oswald's, Hooe, 11.15am Parish Eucharist.