District News: Ninfield & Hooe - April 4

NINFIELD VILLAGE SOCIETY: Although the numbers of people attending were fewer than had been hoped the meeting was most productive. A suggestion by Peter may result in news about the Society appearing more frequently, Mark was most helpful when a particular event was mentioned and David offered to make enquiries about the involvement of young people, all being related to the Society.

The chairman was most grateful for the support and their contributions. More news when the details are finalised.

MUSICAL EVENT: The welcome was warm last Saturday afternoon when the Brighton Revue Company entertained. The invited audience were greeted with a sherry or soft drink and found seats. There were many villagers present all of whom knew they were going to enjoy themselves.

Everyone's glass was refilled and the curtain raised. The show was truly splendid from the opening Music Hall Medley to the Last Choruses.

The cast Jenny Coulston, Paul Downing, Samantha Hughes and David Rummelle were superb. Jenny sang the Honeysuckle song, Samantha was a first class Burlington Bertie, a pantomime dame was wonderfully portrayed by David, and Paul displayed enviable agility by skipping whilst singing the "I love me" song. There was nothing to choose between the cast, they were all excellent. Their audience left them in no doubt that the show had been thoroughly enjoyed and the cast were enthusiastically applauded.

The Carnival Committee ladies had organised tea with delicious sandwiches, sausage rolls and an irresistible selection of cakes. Cups of tea were served by the young daughters of committee members and they did it beautifully.

Congratulations to the Carnival Committee for once again organising such an enjoyable event, your hard work is much appreciated, Ninfield is lucky to have you. Thanks also to the cast of The Brighton Revue Company for all the pleasure you gave.

NINFIELD FLOWER GROUP: A change of demonstrator when the ladies meet on Monday, April 7 in the Memorial Hall means they will welcome Pam Lee who will demonstrate "Let's Go".

The members are most grateful to Pam for stepping in to replace Linda Travis who broke her leg ski-ing.

An enjoyable evening in the Memorial Hall on Monday (7th) at 7.30pm is guaranteed.

CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP: The members will be going out to tea on Wednesday, April 9. I'm sure it will be a pleasant experience.

HOOE OPEN GROUP:

Next Friday, April 11 the ladies will gather in Hooe village hall to hear Evelyn Newman talking about her Exciting Adventures on Walking Holidays.

Visitors and new members are welcome to attend the meetings which are held on the second Friday in the month in Hooe village hall and start at 2.30pm.

FESTIVAL OF FLOWERS: This wonderful event will be held in Chichester Cathedral on May 29, 30 and 31. The times are 10am to 7pm Thursday and Friday and 10am to 6pm Saturday. Entrance is 7.50, concessions 5.50. It is called Celebration and Remembrance. There are leaflets on the table in the north aisle at St Mary's Church in Ninfield as well as ticket booking forms should you be interested. The telephone number is 01243 812480 for more information.

A TALK ABOUT A WALK: Richard and Shally had hoped to give their talk "The sea on our left" on Saturday afternoon but changed the date.

The new date is Saturday, April 19 in the Methodist Church Hall at 2.30pm. The talk is being given to raise funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association.

MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT: I received a letter telling us that the final amount raised from the Biggest Coffee Morning 2007 was 7.5m. Macmillan thank everyone who contributed to that amount. Can you believe that as it is now April the Macmillan Coffee Morning 2008 is only five months away.

QUIZ NIGHT: For those who may be having Quiz Night withdrawal symptoms I have some good news. A Quiz Night is planned for Saturday, April 19. This will be held in the Memorial Hall, tickets costing 4.50 will include a Ploughman's Supper, please bring your own drinks and cutlery. The doors will open at 7pm, the Quiz will start at 7.30pm. To book your table for teams of no more than six please call 01424 892329 or 01424 892777.

CHURCH SERVICES - Sunday, April 6

St Mary's, Ninfield - 10.30am, Family Service; No Evensong.

St Oswald's, Hooe - No services.

Methodist Church - 2.30pm, Worship Service led by Mr Derek Hanson.

Wednesday, April 9: St Mary's, Ninfield - 10am, Holy Communion.