Page 3 - April 2016 Issue 302

APRIL 2016
COUNTESTHORPE
AND FOSTON
HERITAGE GROUP
Recent Talks included on 19th February, John Lessells talking about Leicester’s Trams. A very interesting and amusing talk detailing the history of Leicester’s trams from 1874 to 1949. The talk was illustrated with a wonderful selection of slides which were particularly nostalgic as many of them showed buildings and streets in the background which can still be recognised today.
Forthcoming Events (Village Hall)
29 April 2016. Dr John Sutton – The History and Development of the National Census.
LIONS IN THE SKY’S
Blaby Lions held a quiz last year in order to raise funds for the Air Ambulance. Last week they handed over a cheque for £400 at the end of a presentation by John Nowell from the Air Ambulance.
Many members never realised that the air ambulance only started in 1984 and now there are 36 helicopters covering the UK. They can only operate during daylight hours as they never know where they will have to land. In the East Midlands it costs £1.7m to run the operation each year and covers 2100 square miles.
MRS ENA CLARKE
Obituary to Countesthorpe Bowling Club, Life Member Ena Clarke
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of a stalwart lady member of the Club. During her bowling career Ena won the County Singles, England Singles, British Isle Championship which was played in Belfast 1986/1987, and together with other members played in the winning team for the Johns Trophy. Ena passed on her knowledge of bowling to many new players joining the club over the years, and will greatly missed by all those who knew her. We send our sincere condolences to her husband Arthur.
CHARITY
CURRY NIGHT
On Monday June 13th there will be a Charity Curry Night at Dine India to raise funds for Christian Aid.
The Rainbow Shop is trying to raise an additional £5000 and if successful this will be matched 5:1 by the European Union and money raised this evening will help towards that total. You can be sure of delicious food at Dine India so if you would like a ticket for this event please contact one of the following:
Juliette Beckett, 2775683, Andrew Scott 07515282860 or Jill Cramp 2849755
THE NEW COUNTESTHORPE HERALD 3
ENDERBY
BAND EVENTS
The Enderby Band Organisation is made up of 5 bands (4 brass and a wind band) all will be performing at the Organisations Musical Evening, compered by Radio Leicester’s Dave Andrews, at Brockington College Enderby on Saturday 9th April starting at 7pm. Why not join them for the evening to listen to a wonderful mixture of music. Tickets are Adults £8 and £7 for Concessions. For further information contact Elaine 2774422
Calling all Quizers - I know that there are many in the village who love a quiz so come and join us on Saturday April 23rd when we are hosting a Quiz Night at Countesthorpe Village Hall, Doors open at 7pm in order that the quiz can start at 7.30pm. This event is open to teams with up to a maximum of 6 players, there is an entrance cost of £24 per team. Come along for a fun evening. To register your team call Greg on 07766797057
HOSPITAL LANE
JUNCTION WORK
Works to signalise the Hospital Lane junction will commence on 18 July 2016. There will be utility works on site in advance of that date, as there are a number of services that require diversion.
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