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Music for a Summer’s Evening
Posted in Church, Music on Saturday July 10, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Village Collage/Embroidery Tonight
Posted in Church, Crafts on Tuesday July 6, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Following on from the recent most enjoyable skills day in Church, the idea has been put forward to create a worked collage/ embroidery of the village to celebrate village life, and to mark the beginning of a new decade. It is hoped that this could then be hung in the Church
We would now like to see if there are others in the village who would like to join with us in this activity – either with the sewing (any form – embroidery, gold work etc.) or with suggestions for designs to be included in the project. We would hope to have as many people as possible involved in the project – I have been reassured that no knowledge is required and any necessary skills can be taught!
Do come and join us at Jill Simpson’s house tonight, Tuesday, 6th July at 7.30pm to take this forward. You can contact any one of us to discuss this further, or just let us know on 529 if you are interested. You can also discuss it with Jill Simpson, Ann Knight, or Mandy Noble.
Many thanks Jean
July/August Church Magazine
Posted in Church, People on Sunday July 4, 2010| Leave a Comment »
The double summer issue Group Magazine for the parishes of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington is now available in each of the Churches. Alternatively you can have it delivered direct to your door, or click on the cover image below to access it on-line as a pdf.
In his letter the Vicar welcomed Aron Simpson to the parishes:
This month it is my pleasure to introduce you to Aron Simpson. Many of you will have met Aron already. Perhaps at one of our fund-raising events or at service. Aron is training to become a Vicar and is currently a full-time student at St. John’s College Nottingham, which is a Church of England training college. As part of his course Aron spends time on placement at a church and he has chosen to spend his placement with us. This will be mainly part-time extending through to Christmas, though in September Aron will be full-time in our parishes.
Aron currently lives in Derby with his wife Bella and daughter Evelyn. Before entering the ministry he worked for Pizza Express.
People of Parwich will have seen Aron at both our St George’s Day celebrations and on Wakes Saturday, when the above picture was taken. The Team here at PARWICH.ORG would also like to extend a warm welcome to Aron and his family and hope he finds the placement very productive.
The copy date for the September issue is 25th August 2010.
The Bell
Posted in 2010, Church, Posts of Note on Tuesday June 22, 2010| Leave a Comment »
The bell dates back to 1804, made in Chesterfield, and had not been removed since the church was built (it pre-dates the current church). The bell hangers had to cut a trap door in the floor, and lower the bell to the ground with a pulley. Now it is off to the bell foundry to have new fixings and bearings, and due to return on the 19th July.
View the video of the removal of the bell.
Thank you to Martin C for the photos and video
Village Collage/Embroidery
Posted in Church, Crafts on Monday June 21, 2010| Leave a Comment »
We have received the following message from Jean Compton:
Following on from the recent most enjoyable skills day in Church, the idea has been put forward to create a worked collage/ embroidery of the village to celebrate village life, and to mark the beginning of a new decade. It is hoped that this could then be hung in the Church
We would now like to see if there are others in the village who would like to join with us in this activity – either with the sewing (any form – embroidery, gold work etc.) or with suggestions for designs to be included in the project. We would hope to have as many people as possible involved in the project – I have been reassured that no knowledge is required and any necessary skills can be taught!
Do come and join us at Jill Simpson’s house on Tuesday, 6th July at 7.30pm to take this forward. You can contact any one of us to discuss this further, or just let us know on 529 if you are interested. You can also discuss it with Jill Simpson, Ann Knight, or Mandy Noble.
Many thanks Jean
Our Church Bell
Posted in Church on Saturday June 19, 2010| Leave a Comment »
On Tuesday of this week (22nd) our 19th century bell in the Church is being removed for renovation work. The fixings of the bell have become worn out, and the bell was in danger of falling on our heads! We would like to thank all of you who have supported the Church through our concerts and other events; this has enabled us to raise the necessary £4000+ to have the repair work done.
Do come along on Tuesday morning from 10am onwards to see how it is going to be removed from the tower, with ropes and pulleys and two willing parishioners, and wave to it on its way to a Leicester bell foundry.
Many thanks to you all. Martin
Music for a summer’s evening.
Posted in Arts, Church, Events, Music on Tuesday June 15, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Please click on the poster to order your tickets, from http://parwichconcerts.express.iristickets.co.uk
June Church Magazine
Posted in Church on Monday June 7, 2010| Leave a Comment »
The June Group Magazine for the Churches of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington should now have been delivered. If you are not a regular subscriber you can get a copy from one of the Churches or download it as a pdf by clicking on the image below:
Parwich on Peak Advertiser cover
Posted in Church, History on Friday May 28, 2010| Leave a Comment »
There is a photo of Dam Farm and Church Gates on the cover of the current issue of the Peak Advertiser. It accompanies an article on tympanum (carved stones over church doorways) in Derbyshire. The article opens with a description of the fine tympanum over the west door of St. Peter’s Church.
The Peak Advertiser is available free of charge in the Sycamore Inn.
For a more detailed account of the Parwich tympanum (as a pdf) click here.
Church Restoration
Posted in 2010, Church, Posts of Note on Wednesday May 19, 2010| Leave a Comment »
The Marshalls at work on the Church, repairing some of the water worn stonework. Many thanks to all of those who have supported the Church Restoration Fund through our concerts, Fair and other events. The bell is due to be removed on the 22nd June for renovation work.
Arrest made over stolen church lead.
Posted in Church, Police on Tuesday May 18, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Following a spate of lead theft from churches in the Derbyshire Dales, which we reported in a post last Wednesday, police officers have arrested a 22-year-old man from Alfreton and charged him with allegedly stealing lead from a church. At about 1.15am on Monday 17th May, patrolling officers saw a suspicious Vauxhall Corsa driving through Tansley. They followed and found it abandoned nearby. A quantity of lead was found inside the car. It was later discovered that lead had been stolen from the roof of St Helen’s Church, Church Town, Darley Dale. The man is due to appear before magistrates in Chesterfield next month.
We would still ask residents are asked to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity near to churches, schools, etc., to the police on 0345 123 33 33.
Thank you from the Police Community Messaging Service.
Theft of Lead from Local Churches
Posted in Church, Police on Wednesday May 12, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Members of Neighbourhood Watch, Church Watch and local residents are asked to be extra vigilant and note down the registration numbers and details of any suspicious vans/vehicles with ladders on top parked near churches.
Over the past two weeks, lead has been stolen from the roofs of three village churches in Youlgrave, Middleton (Matlock), Osmaston (Ashbourne) & Mappleton. Leek police in Staffordshire have also received several incidents of lead theft from churches in their villages.
Please pass on any information to our call centre and help to stop these thieves causing great expense to our local churches – call 0345 123 33 33.
Thank you from the Community Messaging Service
May Church Magazine
Posted in Church on Wednesday May 5, 2010| Leave a Comment »
This month’s Group Magazine for the parishes of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington is available in each of the Churches or can be accessed on-line as a pdf by clicking on the image below.
Parwich Skills Afternoon
Posted in 2010, Church, Events, Posts of Note on Tuesday May 4, 2010| Leave a Comment »
A very bright idea was turned into reality on Sunday when the people of Parwich showcased their many and varied skills. Often, such skills are hidden from view, so it was quite astonishing to see the huge array of talent contained within our small village.
The event featured shepherding, woodturning, quilting, painting, photography, organ playing, jewellery making, bell ringing, metal detecting, historical research, coffee refinement, geology, flower arranging, rag rug making, weaving, felting, card making, mountain rescue and many other crafts.
Thank you to the exhibitors for the time and trouble you took to give us such an inspiring show. Thanks especially to Jean and Martin C for the inspiration for this event and for your tireless energy ‘making it happen’.
Click on ‘Continue Reading’ for a (rather large) photo gallery covering just some of the activities and exhibits on view.
Activities Today
Posted in Alsop, Arts, Church, Events, People, Societies, Sport on Monday May 3, 2010| 2 Comments »
Tea & Cakes in the Churchyard at Alsop from 11am – 4.30pm.
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Tennis Social Afternoon – 1-6pm – Welcoming all Present, Past and Future Members. Lots of games with a handicap system. Please bring a plate of food.
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Skills afternoon in Parwich Church – 2-6pm. Taste, Watch, Learn, Experience and Do. Refreshments available.
Music in the Church, last night
Posted in Church, Music on Sunday May 2, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Thank you to JF-S for sending in these photos from the very enjoyable musical evening held in the Church last night.
Essentially Brass, the professional brass group from Leicestershire, are all shown below, with John Lock playing the tuba.
Christian Cartwright of Pipes in the Peak, played the organ, creating an amazing array of music proving, how incredibly versatile the organ can be. Click to enlarge the pictures.…….
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History: Parwich Buildings and People
Posted in Church, History on Sunday May 2, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Do you want to find out a bit more about the history of your house in Parwich, and who used to live there? Are you researching the history of a Parwich family? If yes, then come along to the Skills Day in Parwich Church on Monday between 2 and 5pm.
Brian F and Peter T will be there with the 1843 Tithe map (the earliest map for Parwich) and the Censuses (1841 to 1901), to help you find out more about the history of the local buildings and families.
Ian P will also be there to talk about metal detecting and his surveys of land in Alsop and Parwich.
To find out more about our local History click here.
Skills Day – on Bank Holiday Monday
Posted in Church, People on Sunday May 2, 2010| Leave a Comment »
It dawned on us recently how blessed our village is with individuals with the most extraordinary range of talents and interests – from painters, through quilters, potters, bee keepers, metal detector researchers, meteorologists, caterers, flower arrangers, to record producers! – sometimes skills quite hidden from view.
Do you have an interest/talent/knowledge that you would like to share & celebrate with us? Or come along and see what is on show!
Do please contact us – and help us celebrate the amazing diversity of human interest and enquiry.
Martin and Jean 390529
Our Church & its fundraising
Posted in British Legion, Church, Music, Oddfellows on Saturday May 1, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Last Sunday, Parwich Church, raised £550 at the Church Fete, all this money went to the Church Restoration Fund. In the morning at the St George’s Day Service, £290 was donated in the collection, which was split between the British Legion and the Church. Thanks to everyone who supported the day.
This evening, again in aid of the Restoration Fund, there will be a Brass and Organ Concert in the Church at 7.30pm. The professional Brass group, Essentially Brass, from Leicestershire, are joined by the renowned organist of Pipes in the Peak fame, Christian Cartwright, in a delightful programme of light classics and popular tunes, old and new!
Tickets are only £7.50 for adults and £1 for children and this includes refreshments. Further details of the music and excerpts their music on You Tube can be heard here. Tickets are available on the door, by ringing 01335 390529 or online here.
Don’t forget the Church is organising a Skills Day this Monday, 2-5pm. A chance to enjoy and experience some of the skills people have to offer. Refreshments are available.
St George’s Day videos for 2009
Posted in 2010, Church, Events, People, Posts of Note on Friday April 30, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Martin C has recently uploaded a three-part video of last year’s parade, featuring some high-flying camera work from Mike H in the bell tower (in Part 1), the church service (in Part 2) and some interviews with the participants (in Part 3). The total playing time is just over 25 minutes.
View the videos: (more…)
May Day Music this Saturday
Posted in Church, Music on Monday April 26, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Click here to book on-line.
Click here to find out more about Essentially Brass and Christian Cartwright.
St George’s Day Parade
Posted in 2010, Church, Cyberscouts, Events, Oddfellows, Posts of Note on Sunday April 25, 2010| Leave a Comment »
This morning’s St. George Parade started at the Legion, with the Parwich Odd Fellows (also supported by members of the Loyal Cavendish Lodge and their banner), the Cyberscouts and the Cadets all led by Doveholes Brass Band.
The procession made it’s way (via Parwich Hall) to the Church for a rousing service. All the hymns could be belted out, and were: “Guide me, O thou great Redeemer”, “Jerusalem”, “I vow to thee, my country” and “Onward Christian Soldiers”. The Vicar, brandishing a sword, gave an address on St. George as a Christian knight.
After the service the Parade continued on round the village before adjourning to the Legion.
Thank you to the Parwich Society of St. George for organising this event. For more photos (more…)
Fair on The Green – Photos
Posted in 2010, A52s, Church, Photography, Posts of Note on Sunday April 25, 2010| Leave a Comment »
This afternoon saw the very successful Fair on the Green, fundraising for the Church Restoration. There were lots of people enjoying a really fun afternoon. It was super to see Andy, our new vicar, prominent in the fundraising effort – Well done Andy and everyone else for organising a super afternoon. Further thanks to all involved in this morning’s events.
Below is a random selection of shots, taken by Jane & JF-S.
St George’s Day today
Posted in British Legion, Church, Cyberscouts, Events, Oddfellows on Friday April 23, 2010| 1 Comment »
Last night our celebrations of St George’s Day got under way with a successful Quiz at the Sycamore Inn. Although today is the actual feast day (see our previous post on the history of St. George), the main events are on Sunday with the Odd Fellows Parade and the Church Service in the morning and the Fair on the Green in the afternoon:
Programme for Sunday 25th April
- 9-15am Legion open for people to gather
- 10-15am Odd Fellows, Cyberscouts & Cadets Parade starts at the Legion
- 11-00am St. George’s Day Service in St. Peter’s Church
- 1-00pm BBQ & Refreshments at the Legion
- 1-00 to 4-00pm Fair on the Green inc stalls, refreshments and live music
Celebration of St George’s Day is a recent revival, so do share your thoughts on what the day means to you or how the day used to be marked in the past. Any photographs of the celebrations (old or new) can be sent to parwich@hotmail.co.uk for inclusion in our reports of the events.
St George’s Day
Posted in British Legion, Church, Cyberscouts, Events, Oddfellows on Wednesday April 21, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Also there will be events on the Village Green and elsewhere in the afternoon, so put this date in your diary.
Fair on the Green
Posted in Church, Events on Wednesday April 21, 2010| 2 Comments »
Fair on the Green
Posted in Church on Tuesday April 20, 2010| Leave a Comment »
If you would like to make something for the home produce stall or have anything for a tombola, book stall or bric a brac then please bring them to Dam Farm or Church Farm. Thank you!
Remember the Church Fair this Sunday on The Green 1-4pm.
Lunchtime Rolls, Teas & Homemade Cakes in the Church.
Sharing Skills
Posted in Church, Events on Friday April 16, 2010| Leave a Comment »
PARWICH.ORG featured in The Tablet.
Posted in About this site, Church, Local Links, News on Tuesday April 13, 2010| Leave a Comment »
A fascinating article (“News on your doorstep”) in the current (10 April) edition of The Tablet talks about the ways that “citizen journalism” – and so-called “hyperlocal” blogs in particular – can help boost the identity of a community. The article makes special mention of PARWICH.ORG throughout, with particular reference to Andy Larkin’s recent series of videos. There are also several quotes from the blog team’s Mike A, who was interviewed by the reporter a couple of weeks ago.
The reporter has placed a copy of his article online, which you can read here. (You’ll need to scroll down a bit, to just past the cartoon.)
For the benefit of anyone who has visited the site in order to find Andy’s videos, here they are again:
Friday Night is Film Night
Posted in Church, Films on Monday April 12, 2010| Leave a Comment »
May Day Music
Posted in Church, Music on Wednesday April 7, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Click here to book on-line.
Click here to find out more about Essentially Brass and Christian Cartwright.
May Day Music
Posted in Church, Music on Wednesday April 7, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Click here to book on-line.
Click here to find out more about Essentially Brass and Christian Cartwright.
April Church Magazine
Posted in Church on Saturday April 3, 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 (as it is quite a large pdf it will take a minute or so to open).
Paper copies can be obtained in each of the Churches or you can arrange to have it delivered to your house.
Please note that this year’s subscriptions are now due. They are being held at the bargain price of £5 for the whole year.
Film Night – Coming Soon – 16th April
Posted in Church, Films on Saturday April 3, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Fair on the Green
Posted in Church, Events, Oddfellows on Saturday March 27, 2010| 1 Comment »
St George’s Day, a date for your diary
Posted in Church, Cyberscouts, Events, Oddfellows on Thursday March 25, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Also there will be events on the Village Green and elsewhere in the afternoon, so put this date in your diary.
Skills Celebration Day
Posted in Church, Memorial hall, People on Wednesday March 24, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Skills Celebration Day
St Peter’s Church, Parwich
Bank Holiday Monday 3rd May
It dawned on us recently how blest our village is with individuals with the most extraordinary range of talents and interests – from painters, through quilters, potters, bee keepers, metal detector researchers, meteorologists, caterers, flower arrangers, to record producers! – sometimes skills quite hidden from view.
We would like to put on a day in the church celebrating some of our talents and interests – and maybe arrange lessons in these skills in the future.
Do you have an interest/talent/knowledge that you would like to share & celebrate with us? Or maybe someone you know? Maybe another member of your family?
Do please contact us – and help us celebrate the amazing diversity of human interest and enquiry.
Jean and Martin Compton 390529 or martin@orchidserve.com
Film Night – April 16th
Posted in Church, Films on Wednesday March 24, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Parwich Church on Friday 16th April at 7.45pm. Free Entrance. Certificate 15.
WINNER OF 6 OSCARS, INCLUDING BEST FILM, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Screenplay
This low budget highly-rated film is an intense portrayal of elite soldiers who have one of the most dangerous jobs in the world: disarming bombs in the heat of combat. This film is a riveting portrait of the courage under fire of the military’s unrecognised heroes: the bomb squad who volunteer to challenge the odds and save lives in one of the world’s most dangerous places. (more…)
Lent Lunch tomorrow – Wednesday
Posted in Church, Events on Tuesday March 23, 2010| Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow is the final Lent Lunch of the year. There are lots of good reasons for coming along:
So pop along tomorrow, Wednesday to the Vicarage between 12.30-2pm for Lent lunch. Everyone, including children are welcome.
Final Lent Lunch on Wednesday
Posted in Church on Saturday March 20, 2010| Leave a Comment »
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