Archive for February, 2010
Friday’s Film
Posted in Films on Monday February 15, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Pilates Update
Posted in Sport on Monday February 15, 2010| 1 Comment »
Don’t forget there is Pilates this week, on the 17th. Georgie is away next week and so the next block starts on March 3rd. Thanks Rebecca
What’s on Where this Week
Posted in Events on Monday February 15, 2010| Leave a Comment »
| What’s on Where this Week | |||
| Date | Time | Event | Location |
| Monday | Half Term | ||
| Tuesday & Wednesday | 2pm | Ashbourne Shrovetide Football Match | Kick Off from Shawcross Carpark |
| Wednesday | 6pm & 7.15pm | Pilates | Parwich School |
| Friday | 7.45pm | Film Night | Parwich Church |
| Saturday | 9am-10.45am | Saturday Morning Rubbish Collection | Parwich |
| Sunday | 10am | Joint Family Service with St Peter’s and the Methodists | Parwich Church |
| Sunday | 11.15am | Family Service and Baptism Rev’d Andy Larkin |
Alsop Church |
Weekly Weather Stats
Posted in Weather on Sunday February 14, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Last week’s readings:
|
|
Rainfall in mm |
Pressure in Mb am |
Pressure in Mb pm |
Temperature in ºC |
|
|
Max |
Min |
||||
|
Sun 7th |
0.9 |
1021.2 |
1019.9 |
3.5 |
1.2 |
|
Mon 8th |
0.0 |
1014.5 |
1013.5 |
2.7 |
0.0 |
|
Tue 9th |
0.4 |
1011.0 |
1014.2 |
5.2 |
0.3 |
|
Wed 10th |
3.1 |
1015.8 |
1021.0 |
3.3 |
-0.6 |
|
Thu 11th |
0.4 |
1021.1 |
1022.2 |
5.1 |
-3.0 |
|
Fri 12th |
1.8 |
1020.6 |
1022.3 |
5.0 |
-1.0 |
|
Sat 13th |
0.9 |
1022.3 |
1019.8 |
5.0 |
-0.9 |
|
Total |
7.5 |
|
Average |
4.3 |
-0.6 |
Note. The new rain gauge reads 10ths of a mm.
Does anyone have Powerpoint 2007?
Posted in Classified adverts on Sunday February 14, 2010| 3 Comments »
If you have a copy of Microsoft Powerpoint 2007 installed on your computer, and if you are able to let Val S have access to it for a couple of hours, then please contact Val by calling 727, or by leaving a comment, or by emailing the blog team.
Valentine Weekend – Adopt a Cat
Posted in Societies on Saturday February 13, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Parwich Heights – Instalment Three
Posted in Parwich Heights on Saturday February 13, 2010| 2 Comments »
We proudly present Part Three of the epic saga ‘Parwich Heights‘. This weeks instalment has been lovingly crafted by the reclusive literary genius I.M. Nobronte.
For those who missed the first two instalments, click here to catch up on your reading.
If you would like to try your hand at romantic novel-writing, send a quick email to parwich@hotmail.co.uk to book your instalment. It’s fun, creative and enjoyed by thousands of avid readers. No experience necessary…and you can use a pseudonym!
Now, let the story continue…….
Parwich Primary School newspaper on sale in the pub
Posted in School on Friday February 12, 2010| Leave a Comment »
The school would appreciate all the support it can get so please buy a copy of the school newspaper when you’re in the pub this weekend – only 20p and packed full of news about the school. Thank you!
School newsletter 21
Posted in School on Friday February 12, 2010| Leave a Comment »
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Do you have any space that could be used as an artist’s studio?
Posted in Arts, Classified adverts on Thursday February 11, 2010| 1 Comment »
One of our local artists is looking for a space to use as a studio. It needs to have light and ideally a power point so a heater could be plugged in if needed. If you have any spare space that might be suitable, please either leave us a comment or email the blog and we will put you in touch with the artist. Thank you.
Peak Park Budget 2010/11
Posted in Peak Park on Thursday February 11, 2010| Leave a Comment »
The Peak Park Authority has set its budget for 2010/11, following an increase in its grant from Defra. This includes £200,000 to distribute to local community projects through the Sustainable Development Fund. The fund supports environmental, educational and social projects across the Peak District.
Click here to find out more about their Sustainable Development Fund, and for more on their budget see below (more…)
An invitation from Andy Larkin
Posted in Church on Thursday February 11, 2010| 2 Comments »
Memorial Hall Newsletter, February 2010.
Posted in 2010, Memorial hall, Posts of Note on Thursday February 11, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Please click here for a printer-friendly version of this newsletter, in PDF format. Printed copies will be posted on village notice boards shortly.
Since the last newsletter circulated in August/September 2009, things have moved apace, and much hard work is being rewarded by our Hall finally taking shape. Information on the build continues to be posted on the notice board adjacent to the Hall outlining detailed progress and plans, and those who have checked on http://www.parwich.org will have been kept up to date with progress through the comprehensive weekly photo diary published.
The estimated completion date is presently mid May with the delay due to the ongoing severe weather we are experiencing. The delay will not increase the overall build cost which remains at the original figure of approximately £695,000. As previously reported, the build is in essence the design approved by the Peak Park Planners and awarded the Big Lottery Fund grant.
The total money raised stands at £708,395, which means that all moneys required for the building costs have been secured by the funding group, and the additional funds can be used for a much improved specification kitchen, staging, new chairs and a keyboard. There are still some bids that we await the outcome of, which, if we are successful will allow us to fund storage trolleys, a moveable bar and outdoor furniture. The Committee has set up a facility to access a loan of £20,000 if necessary, from the Rural Community Buildings Loan Funds because some funding bodies who have pledged funds will not release their funds until some weeks after the costs have been paid (i.e. the loan would be drawn down to support cash flow ONLY and is not required for the overall build cost).
All pre-commencement planning conditions have been satisfied, and there are ongoing discussions with the Peak Park to ensure other planning conditions are agreed at the appropriate time. For example the Peak Park has been instrumental in advising and guiding the Committee on an appropriate landscaping plan, which has been evolving during the build process. Minor design decisions not included in the already approved outline specification, e.g. carpet and blind colours, are being considered after recommendations by the architect, in discussions with the Design Interface Team, who then bring recommendations to the full Committee for discussion and agreement.
There is an open meeting scheduled for 4th March (8 – 9pm venue TBA), to answer any questions arising from this newsletter. Please also note the AGM will be delayed until 27th May after the final completion of the Hall. In the meantime, as always, every member of your Committee is happy to answer any further questions on an individual basis or questions may be answered by reading the minutes in the shop folder.
This week in The Stunner
Posted in News on Wednesday February 10, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Here’s our weekly pick of items from this week’s Ashbourne News Telegraph. Copies are for sale in the shop, and the newspaper can also be read in full online.
Page 1. “Show support for our troops.” Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion Merican Regiment will parade through Ashbourne on Thursday, March 18, to mark their recent presentation of freedom of the district.
Page 4. “Doctor of Artificial Intelligence is also a five parish vicar.” A report, with accompanying photo, on Rev Andy Larkin’s recent induction service.
Page 5. “Jobs boost after holiday park revamp.” Ashbourne Heights Park in Fenny Bentley is the subject of a £2.5 million makeover. When completed, the park will offer 33 holiday lodges for sale or for rent.
Page 7. “Beware of scam e-mails promising tax repayment.” HM Revenue and Customs say fraudsters have been sending out e-mails telling recipients that they are due a tax refund, and directing them to an online form.
Page 26. “Enjoy music for free by donating time.” Debbie Webster’s regular column highlights opportunities for volunteer work at several forthcoming music events, including the annual Y-Not Festival at Pikehall.
Page 30. At 11am tomorrow (Thursday) at the Bluebell in Tissington, there’s a DairyCo meeting for Derbyshire and Staffordshire farmers, entitled “Accessing Grant Funds”. Lunch will be provided.
Page 30. Don’t forget the annual display of snowdrops at Hopton Hall, which is open daily (10.30am-4pm) until the end of the month. £4 adults, under 16’s free.
Have we missed anything? If so, please let us know.
Pilates is cancelled tonight
Posted in Societies on Wednesday February 10, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Pilates is cancelled tonight because of thick snow in Derby.
Road conditions – Wednesday
Posted in Roads on Wednesday February 10, 2010| 2 Comments »
12-30pm – Do let us know if the fresh snow (a couple of short but heavy falls, but melting straight away in the village) is having any impact on the roads.
Communion Service on Sunday
Posted in Church on Tuesday February 9, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Oil co-op meeting on Thursday
Posted in Local government, Oil, Services on Tuesday February 9, 2010| 6 Comments »
Those interested in setting up a parallel LGP group are welcome to come along too. If you are interested but can’t make the meeting let Karen Carpenter know or email the Blog Team on parwich@hotmail.co.uk
Why not have a look at the school website?
Posted in School on Tuesday February 9, 2010| 3 Comments »
For those of you who do not know, the school has its own website. You can click through to it from the “School” tab along the top of the blog, from the school logo on the right hand side of the blog or by clicking here. Some parts of the website are ready and others are under construction and will be developed and added to as time goes by. The aim of the website is to improve communication between the school and pupils, parents, governors and anyone else who might be interested in finding out a little bit more.
It’s worth coming back to look at the website from time to time to see what’s new. Let us know by commenting below if there is anything you would like to see on the website and we can pass your suggestions onto the school.
2 tickets for ‘New Beautful South’ available
Posted in Classified adverts on Monday February 8, 2010| 1 Comment »
Tickets now gone (Tue).
We have 2 tickets for New Beautiful South at the Buxton Opera House, which we are unable to use. They’re for this Friday 12th Feb at 7.30pm. Does anyone want them? We don’t want any money for them.Linda & Jackie
(Note, this event is a sell out so this might be your only opportunity to get tickets.)
The A52s To Play The Legion
Posted in A52s, Events on Monday February 8, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Oil Order now!
Posted in Oil, Services on Monday February 8, 2010| Leave a Comment »
There are a couple of us that cannot wait for the oil co-op to be up and running, we need oil now and will be placing the order tomorrow afternoon, Tuesday. If you want to join us in this round of delivery either email parwich@hotmail.co.uk or ring Jane on 665 (please leave your own phone number, so we can come back to you). We will be using the small tanker for delivery.
Memorial Hall updates.
Posted in Memorial hall on Sunday February 7, 2010| 2 Comments »
Following the next Memorial Hall committee meeting (which takes place on Wednesday Feb 10th), a newsletter will be issued, with the aim of bringing everyone up to date on the current state of the project. The newsletter will appear on PARWICH.ORG by Friday, and on village noticeboards by the end of next weekend.
This will be followed up by an open meeting on Thursday March 4th (venue to be announced), which everyone is invited to attend. This will be an opportunity for seeking further clarification of any questions which you might have, as a follow up to the information in the newsletter.
The AGM will now take place on Monday May 10th, after the build is complete.
As always, minutes of each committee meeting can be found in the village shop.
Unwanted Ink Jet Cartridges
Posted in Classified adverts on Sunday February 7, 2010| 2 Comments »
I have some unused (albeit several years old) ink jet printer cartridges. They are going free, if (when used) you agree to pass the empty cartridges on to Parwich Primary School.
- 1x Black – Compatible Inject Cartridge (replaces HP c66 15A) – compatible for DestJet 810C/812C/840C/842C, and HP Printers Scanners, Copier 500
- 2x Black – Inkjet Cartridge Ryman R1005 (equivalent to HP15) – compatible for HP Desk Jet HP Desk Jet 810C/812C/840C/842C/920C/940C and Officejet V series psc 500/750/950
- 1x Colour – Inkjet Cartridge Ryman R7008 (equivalent to HP78) – compatible for HP Desk Jet 930C/932C/935C/950C/952C/970CSE/970CXI/990CSE/990CXI/1220C/1220CSE/1220CXI, Photosmart 1215/1218 and OfficeJet G55/G95/K60/K80 Colour Copier
- 1x Colour – Compatible for Epson Stylus Photo/Photo 700/Photo 750/Photo EX/PM 700C
- 4x Black – GE-00093 Bk – compatible for Epson MJ-500/810C/830CS, Stylus Colour 400/500/600, Stylus Photo/Photo 700/Photo Ex PM-700/700C/2000C
If you want any of the above please contact Peter on tel. 287 or email parwich@hotmail.co.uk, otherwise they will be sent for re-cycling. Also does anyone know about recycling old PC equipment: printers, monitor, keyboard, scanner, etc. (either very out of date or not worth repairing). Is the main recycling point at Ashbourne the best solution?
Emergency First Aid for Children
Posted in First Responders, Young people on Sunday February 7, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Last year Parwich First Responders organised training for all interested parties in how to care for children in life-threatening situations. They are keen to organise more such training if there is sufficient interest:
Do you want another visit by ALAN GIBSON, CONSULTANT NEONATOLOGIST (children’s doctor in charge of new born baby unit) of Sheffield Hospitals?
It is now a year since Alan and his team came to the village to teach us about how to care for infants and children that we found in a life-threatening situation, e.g. unconsciousness, fits, drowning, electrocution, head injury.
We have recently been in touch with him and he would very much like to visit our village again. He is willing to come with his team, for as long as we wish, whenever we wish and to teach whatever we wish! So long as we can organize some dates for him.
So this note is just to let you know of his offer.
- Now there are so many new children in the village, perhaps there could be some training for those who have not been to his training before?
- Also perhaps some teaching for the partners of those who came last time?
- Maybe there are some people who could not make our last date?
- And of course there are those of us who may have attended last time but would like a refresher session?
As before he is happy to teach anyone – those with direct care of children, those who come across children in their working lives, and of course grandparents etc., who may take care of children.
Could you please contact us and let us know if you are interested, and which group you fit into. When we know what you want we will go back to Alan and try to arrange some suitable dates.
Take care.
Martin and Jean Compton, Parwich First Responders
Gibbons Bank, Parwich
Tel 390 529
Email martin@orchidserve.com
Please collect for the School ….
Posted in Classified adverts, School on Sunday February 7, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Parwich Primary School are collecting the following:
- Postage stamps for the PDSA
- Used Computer Ink Cartridges
- Old Mobile Phones
- Nestlé cereal box tops (box tops for books scheme)
And will also be collecting the following, as soon as they become available:
- Sainsbury’s School Vouchers – from 17-2-10
- Tesco’s School Vouchers – from 1-3-10
The School would be grateful if any/everyone else could collect these as well. Please put the smaller items (stamps, box tops and vouchers) in the School letter box at any time during term. The used ink cartridges and old mobile phones can be brought into School during the school day (8-30am to 3-30pm).
Last Week’s Weather
Posted in Weather on Sunday February 7, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Last week’s readings:
|
|
Rainfall in mm |
Pressure in Mb am |
Pressure in Mb pm |
Temperature in ºC |
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|
Max |
Min |
||||
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Sun 31st |
0 |
1008.3 |
1015.1 |
3.4 |
-3.4 |
|
Mon 1st |
1 |
1016.6 |
1017.2 |
4.5 |
-2.5 |
|
Tue 2nd |
11 |
1008.1 |
1006.0 |
5.9 |
1.1 |
|
Wed 3rd |
2 |
1011.0 |
1010.3 |
0.9 |
-4.0 |
|
Thu 4th |
3 |
1009.0 |
1007.0 |
6.3 |
0.3 |
|
Fri 5th |
3 |
1001.4 |
1000.0 |
6.8 |
3.3 |
|
Sat 6th |
0 |
1011.6 |
1017.4 |
4.4 |
1.0 |
|
Total |
20 |
|
Average |
4.6 |
-0.6 |
A bit of everything this week, but at least the sun is setting appreciatively later.
What’s on Where this Week
Posted in Events on Sunday February 7, 2010| Leave a Comment »
| What’s on Where this Week | |||
| Date | Time | Event | Location |
| Sunday | 11am | Mattins | Parwich Church |
| Wednesday | 6pm & 7.15pm | Pilates Cancelled due to snow |
School |
| Wednesday | 7pm | Memorial Hall Committee Meeting | The Sycamore |
| Wednesday | 7.30pm | PCC Meeting | Parwich Church |
| Thursday | 7.30pm | Meeting about setting up an Oil Co-op | The Sycamore |
| Friday | Schools Break up for Half Term | ||
| Friday | 7pm | Horticultural Society Committee Meeting | The Sycamore |
| Sunday | 9.30am | Holy Communion Rev’d Andy Larkin |
Parwich Church |
| Sunday | 11.15am | Holy Communion Rev’d Andy Larkin |
Alsop Church |
| Sunday | 2.30pm | Methodist Service | Parwich Church |
Update on ‘Wellbeing of Women’ Coffee Morning
Posted in Events on Saturday February 6, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Sue H would like to say a big ‘thank you’ to everyone who supported the coffee morning last Friday and made donations. She would especially like to thank those who sent cakes, jam, eggs etc. for sale. The morning raised £225 which will be sent to Carol M who is raising sponsorship for WoW.
As well as being a successful fund-raising event, it was an excellent opportunity to see people and to catch up!
Parwich Heights – Instalment Two
Posted in Parwich Heights on Saturday February 6, 2010| 4 Comments »
Lovers of great fiction, the waiting is over…
Following in the footsteps of serialised novel writers such as Charles Dickens and Stephen King, we present to you the second thrilling instalment of Parwich Heights – a romantic novel written by the readers of parwich.org. You can learn all about this masterpiece-in-the-making by clicking here along with details on how you too can become a co-author in this ambitious project.
The first instalment was published a short while ago and is republished here to remind you of what happened. The second instalment, written by the hugely talented ‘Bridget Jones‘, is hot off the press and is published here for the first time. We would like to thank ‘Bridget’ for a most compelling read. This is quite a story! Read on…
End of (half) Term Assembly
Posted in Events, School on Saturday February 6, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Copies of the School Newspaper, written by the children to raise funds for the School Council, will be available in School on Friday before and after the Assembly. Also it is hoped it will be on sale in the Shop at the Sycamore during the week.
Watch your speed!
Posted in Roads on Saturday February 6, 2010| 7 Comments »
Today we received a reminder of the dangers of traffic going too fast through our villages, most of our lanes have no pavements and limited or non-existent verges. This is particularly relates to where the road abruptly narrows between the gables of Dam Farm and Church Gates Cottage in the vicinity of the children’s Play Area, with a junction on one side, and an emerging footpath and suddenly ending pavement on the other, all on a bend:
I thought it would be a good idea to post a reminder about watching your speed in the village. Or rather, watching out for the speed of others! There was a coming together of a bus and van on the bend beside Dam Farm this morning (1 vehicle left a 40ft skid mark).
This follows the recent duck fatality at the same location! This is also the point where a public footpath meets the road, where little kiddies might venture out unexpectedly. A small child on a bike, for example, would not be visible from either direction until the last moment. Could you stop in time?
Ian P
As well as the damage to the two vehicles a garden wall was hit.
School Newsletter no. 20
Posted in School on Friday February 5, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Former vicar composes hymn
Posted in Church, Music, People on Friday February 5, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Christopher Harrison, the former vicar of our of Parishes is featured in today’s Nottingham Evening Post. Click on the image to see the full article as a pdf.
Sunday saw the première of the hymn “City built with skills of thousands“, composed by Christopher. It was sung for the first time by the Choir at the High Sheriff’s Legal Service in St Mary’s in Nottingham’s Lace Market.
The hymn can be listened to on the Evening Post’s website. Click here to go to their website, and then select the link “CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE HYMN” about a third of the way down the article.
Congratulations and best wishes to our former Blog Team Member from all here at PARWICH.ORG.
Wanted – hen pen / small shed
Posted in Farming on Friday February 5, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Does anyone have a hen pen or a small garden shed suitable for 5 hens that they no longer need?
If so, please contact Parwich 390286.
Coffee Morning, Plant & Craft Sale
Posted in Events on Friday February 5, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Here’s a chance to get together over a cup of coffee, have a chat and support a good cause. All Are Welcome.
Click on the picture to enlarge it and get more details.
Photo Diary Week 19th
Posted in Memorial hall, Photo Diary on Thursday February 4, 2010| Leave a Comment »
The blockwork has been continuing both externally and internally all week. The stone work has started; the photos below show the rear wall of the kitchen along the public footpath to The Square.
JF-S
February Church Magazine
Posted in Church on Thursday February 4, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Click on the image of the cover to see the current issue of the Group Magazine for the parishes of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington.
Paper copies can be obtained in each of the Churches or you can arrange to have it delivered to your house.
This issue starts with ‘Greetings from Andy Larkin‘ letting everyone know something about himself and his family, along with thanks to all who helped get the vicarage ready before they moved in and for all the gifts and cards welcoming them.
Please note in the Tissington section a new home is being sought for an 11 year old terrier named Bramble.
Road Conditions – Thursday
Posted in Roads on Thursday February 4, 2010| 1 Comment »
Please update drivers on the condition of the roads.
Today’s Stunner
Posted in News on Wednesday February 3, 2010| 3 Comments »
The Ashbourne News Telegraph is again available on the counter at the Sycamore or on-line; not even any thing from our own DW. I struggled to find many mentions of our area, but here are some items that might interest our readers.
- p1 Councils have agreed to relax parking restrictions for Shrovetide Football and this year’s balls have been revealed (see also p.2)
- p3 Photo of unexpectedly early lambs at Kirk Langley. Don’t forget we here at PARWICH.ORG would welcome pictures of the first lambs or calves in our local parishes.
- p.4 Parking prices will rise in April.
- p.13 The new Robin Hood film with Russell Crowe shot in Dovedale is due to go on general release in May.
- p.38 Dominoes League: Division C the Sycamore stands in 5th place.
- p.40 Thank you to the justifiably proud parent for pointing out the article on the back page, along with photo. Congratulations to Bertie L for being part of the Terra Nova team that won two events at the IAPS North West Cross Country Championships.
As always let us know of anything we have missed.
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