May 2002 - Newsletter

Memorial to CYRIL BROWN- The open meeting was held on April 15th in the Village Hall to discuss a memorial that would be fitting to Cyril. 29 residents attended and most contributed to the discussion. Idea’s put forward where as follows: A seat /bench with plaque. Sports Trophy. Establish Tree with plaque. Trophy Cabinet. Flower bed. Village Sign Post.

It was decided that a committee be set up  & 7 people where voted on. A second vote was taken and the outcome decided that with the  £376.00 prices be obtained for village sign. The sign will be placed hopefully, near or on the flowerbeds at the village centre crossroads. This place was chosen as Cyril was a part of the whole village a gentlemen who gave too everything in the village, anybody who ask for something got it. He annually gave donations to Church, Chapel & Pensioners Dinner along with a lot of donations he gave anonymously by his own choice. Although, he will always be remembered for his years at the Cross Keys, in his retirement Cyril took great pride in the flower beds & it was considered that they, along with a sign be a fitting memorial to be seen by everyone walking, driving, calling into the shop or pub. The main concern raised was vandals, but we hope that with the great respect Cyril had with the young, this will not happen. Mr John Harmer (Cyril’s cousin) thanked the village for their thoughtfulness and is donating a Trophy for the darts team. His brother Royce is an artist and is currently painting a series of pictures of village scenes & a portrait of Cyril, which he has asked to be presented to the village hall as a thank you from his family.

BURGLARS - There seems to be a lot about at the moment. Keep everything LOCKED. Mr Fred Butt has been contacted by the local Police Crime Prevention who have offered the village SHED ALARMS at a reduced price of approx.: £ 5.00-£6.00. To get this price we have to order a minimum quantity so anyone wanting one please contact Mr BUTT on 363362. £ 6.00 is a small price to pay for extra security. 

Neighbourhood Watch

Police are asking all residents for observations for a White Transit van, registration no. Y146 SUG.

If the vehicle is sighted DO NOT approach the vehicle or its occupants and DO NOT allow into, or onto your property. If spotted please contact the police station.

There are also chain letters being sent asking for money. Police ask for you to send no money to any addresses and to disregard the letters and take no action.

Village Hall AGM - Was well attended this year 27 nothing to do with Cyril’s meeting & the doors being locked !

After the chairman thanked all the committee members for their individual work came the Treasurers report which was better than last year due to extra fund raising events held in the village. He thanked the villagers for their support with these events and hope that more people would participate in forthcoming events. The accounts showed that although better off, funds are still low and revenue must continue to be raised. The planned extension is still in the pipe line and 32 grant application have been put in, unfortunately only 1 has so far been accepted, with a promise of £ 500.00 which leaves approx.; £21,500 to raise !

Due to a problem with an 18th Party late last year when a resident called the police, after their 14year old was relieved of their alcohol, the POLICE advised us that it is their wish that no further 18^th Party’s be held in the Village Hall. At the meeting the floor was asked to vote on this & a unanimous vote was taken that these event be stopped until a time where the Police say otherwise.

VANDALS The children’s swings have been cut down. Last month a number of flowers where ripped up, “For Sale signs & letter boxes pulled up, we have been asked by a group of teenager to mention that this was NOT them & that they know who did it, but aren’t prepared to say as yet! SO BEWARE everyone is watching everyone !!!!!!

BATS We have been contacted by Bat Conservation to ask if anyone is interested in participating in “The  Sunrise Survey, which takes place on July 28^th, it’s aim is to monitor bats across Britain. “The survey is east to take part in & does not require any specialist knowledge or equipment  More next month

Have you any recent photographs of the village or would you like a page on  the Village Website for your club, organisation, or just for yourself or your business?       Contact Nigel at   nfrench2@globalnet.co.uk  or 363344

Forthcoming Events MAY

Ceilidh Saturday 11^th 7.00pm Tickets from the Shop Includes Supper

Reunion Sunday 12^th Chapel.  Calling all ex-Sunday School pupils, of any age! If you ever went to Sunday School or know anyone who did, then get in touch & book May 12^th 2002 at 2.30pm on your calendar. Fulstow Methodist Chapel has had a Sunday School for many, many years; that is until recently. There have been countless anniversaries, nativity plays, parties & teas over the years for the children. Some of the “children will be grandparents by now, but we would love to meet up with you. Instead of an anniversary this year a grand reunion is planned there will be a Celebration of Fulstow Sunday School. It will be an opportunity to thank people who have staffed it; Jill Sutton & Ann Richardson in recent years & their predecessors. It will be a great chance to meet up with old friends too. If you have any memories to share please contact Rev Val  Spencer 01507 603677

Wednesday 15^th May - NEW PERSPECTIVES THEATRE COMPANY:   The Drawer Boy,  by Michael Healey
Summer 1973. A small farm in Ontario, Canada. Two elderly bachelor farmers' lived are interrupted by the arrival of a young actor, from an experimental theatre company, who asks to spend the summer with them and research 'farming life' for a new play. He believes he has chosen a typical farm, but soon discovers that there is nothing at all ordinary or typical about Angus and Morgan. Stories are shared and the past is unravelled in this gentle tale about the country and the healing power of art.
This funny and poignant Canadian play won the 1999 Dora Mavor Moore Award and the Governor General's Literary Award for Drama.
This is a powerful play, which many are talking about from one the region's best loved theatre companies and who have brought to us great performances over the past 4 years such as "Player's Angels", "The Railway Children", "Last Stop Louisa", "Wonderful Life", and "Independent People". Don't miss it! Tel: Bob Laking 363682.

Fulstow History Group       Starts May  Summer Term Study

Have you ever wondered why our villages are where there are?  How they developed and why?  What were their houses like and how has time changes them?  YES.

Fulstow History Group are going to look at the history and development of the villages of Fulstow, Marshchapel, Cawthorpe (Covenham St Bartholomew) Covenham, Grainthorpe and Conisholme.

Our studies will involve using maps, pictures and site visits. We will begin with the Romans and their settlement of the Marshes end with the Victorians.  Why not join us on our voyage of discovery

A Wine Tasting Quiz.  Saturday 18^th 7.30pm (Quiz starts at 8pm prompt )-Village Hall -  Test your knowledge of wine by blind tasting several samples from around the world & then tell us which country they come from & what grape variety they are made of. We will leave the lights on so you can see if it is red or white!!!!!

Plus a General Knowledge Team quiz - all about wine. Prizes for the winners & all proceeds to the Village Hall. Tickets are £5 per person to include a light buffet at the interval

The wines are being donated by East Coast Wine Ltd of Fulstow  &  Richard Askam will be your quizmaster.     ( Bribery is optional )

Dinner & Presentation Saturday, May 25^th Village Hall.  Annual Football dinner & presentation. Tickets are £ 10.00 which includes a 3-Course Meal. You don’t have to belong to the football team, this is a village social and everyone is invited to come along and enjoy the evening, company & food. Entry strictly by ticket Tel: Mrs Janet Cass 363330

JUNE

Sports Week 1^st 8^th - Anyone who hasn’t put their name down for an event please do so, either in the pub or shop or telephone 363896 /363330

Jubilee The kart race for the Jubilee is open to the following age group as well as the children Over 16’s so can we please have some of the older “children building their karts as well.

Open Gardens June 16^th Anyone else willing to open their garden no matter how large or small please contact Mrs Audrey Foster 363854. Proceed to the church.