Keep It Local Magazine November 08

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November 2008

The community magazine and entertainment guide delivered to 5,500 homes and businesses in Whitby, Great Sutton, Little Sutton and Ellesmere Port Tel 357 1919 E [email protected] W www.ellesmereportlocal.com

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Born on 3rd November 1967: Big Brother 1 contestant ‘Nasty’ Nick Bateman

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The Community Magazine

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It’s celebration time for Keep it Local magazine. We have just notched up our first year in business. As the only community magazine in the town, our aim has been to give all the info you need for the entire month as well as encouraging people to use local services. The latter point is so important given the current economic downturn. By uniting local shops and tradesmen with customers on their doorstep we are helping to keep business in this area. Now, more than ever, is the time to support your local traders. The magazine is evolving all the time and we are continuing to increase the circulation to bring it to more people in the area. So we would like to say a big thank you to our advertisers who have supported us during the last 12 months. Most importantly, thank you to all our readers and for the many nice comments we have received. So here’s to the next 12 months!

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Town is an attractive package for German firm LEADING German packaging firm Prowell has chosen Ellesmere Port for its first UK base, creating 50 jobs in the process. The corrugated cardboard manufacturer will operate its UK distribution hub from Ellesmere Port Logistics Centre, an enormous 210,000 sq ft facility located on the newly created Pioneer Business Park. Borough council leader, Cllr Justin Madders said: “It is a fantastic boost for the town.”

Kevin is college’s top student

UNILEVER engineering apprentice Kevin Fidler has been named as West Cheshire College Student of the Year at the annual HE graduation ceremony. Kevin, 22, of Capenhurst, achieved nine distinctions and a merit in his HNC in Operations Engineering. He is pictured with former Olympian Sharron Davies and Principal Sara Mogel.

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Community News In association with Shell UK, Stanlow

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Teamwork pays off for green-fingered staff

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GREEN-fingered staff at Shell’s Technology Centre Thornton dug out their shovels and spades to help clear an overgrown area within the grounds of Trafford Hall in Wimbolds Trafford. Shell’s staff council, based at Thornton, were looking for a team-building event with a difference and decided that a community volunteering activity would be the way to go. When Trafford Hall, located on the company’s doorstep, mentioned that their driveway was in desperate need of attention the Shell team were eager to step up to the challenge. The National Communities Resource Centre, which occupies Trafford Hall, is a registered charity offering training and support to all those living and working in low-income areas. Trafford Hall’s head gardener Jo Dyer said: “We would like to thank the team from Shell for their fantastic efforts - they all worked really hard and with a smile. The approach to our car park is now looking great and everyone who comes to Trafford Hall will appreciate the improvements that have been made. Their work has helped us to improve an area of our grounds that really needed a face-lift and we couldn’t have done it without them.” SHELL staff council members are pictured working hard at Trafford Hall. They are, from left, Mike Jarvis; Diauddin Nammari; Cara Tredget; Holger Paesler; Esther Hulme and Sue Harper. Stanlow provides jobs for around 800 Shell people and a large number of contractors on site on a regular basis. Their salaries provide a boost for the local economies of the north west and help create further employment.

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Library is in the zone

Mollington Grange Golf Club was the venue for the recent wedding of Lisa Shone and Darren Cross. Hairdresser Lisa and sales manager Darren honeymooned in Thailand. Picture by Stuart, of Forever Weddings. Tel 339 3513

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ELLESMERE Port Library is definitely the place to be with its brand new Youth Zone. It’s a place for chilling and chatting, computers and consoles with Wii and Playstation, a place to browse magazines, play games or even try something arty. The good news is that everything is free and you don’t have to be a member of the library to join in. The new Youth Zone was launched at a special session last week. The Youth Zone is a joint project between Ellesmere Port and Neston Borough Council and Cheshire County Council funded by the Big Lottery Fund as part of the local ‘Freedom to Play’ initiative. The zone will be open to young people aged 11-16 years every Monday, Thursday and Friday evening from 5pm7pm, with some of the facilities available during usual library hours.

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Please join us this Christmas to remember

A loved one who is no longer here to share The Festive Season - By dedicating a light in their memory

Your Details (Please print in capitals) Your Title:………… Your Name………………………………………………. Your Address…………………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………Postcode…..…………………. Tel no:……………………….. E-mail:…………………………………………...

Your Lights

Please provide the names of those you wish to remember and have a light in their memory, this is how it will appear in the Book of Life 1:…………………………………. 2:………………………………………….. 3:…………………………………. 4:………………………………………….. (Please continue on a separate sheet if necessary)

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I enclose a cheque for £………….. (made payable to Hospice of the Good Shepherd)

If you require further details please call Charity Reg 515516 01244 851811

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CHRISTMAS can be a joyous time for most of us – but if someone special is no longer with us it can be difficult. This is one of the reasons why the Hospice of the Good Shepherd team are giving people the opportunity to remember someone special in a positive way by lighting up a life in their memory. Light up a Life is your chance to dedicate a light on one of the special trees as a memorial to a loved one, friend, neighbour or colleague. It is also a way of keeping their memory alive, even if they weren’t treated at the Backford hospice. Amanda Le Bretton, fundraising and marketing manager, said: “This has become a very special part of Christmas for local people when they have the opportunity to remember their loved ones with hope whilst helping to support

the highly specialised care provided to patients at the Hospice of the Good Shepherd.” Among those with a special reason to light up a life is Angela Upton (pictured), whose husband Dave lost his battle with cancer last year. Dave, who was 56, spent his final days at the hospice after his condition deteriorated. Angela said: “As soon as Dave arrived at Backford he could not believe how calming the place was and how the staff were so friendly and dedicated. “Dave loved the fact that we were able to sit in the beautiful courtyard together with our boys. “Light up a Life not only gives me the opportunity to remember Dave in a positive way, which is what he would have wanted, but helps me to focus on the happy times we shared.” The hospice will be holding a special remembrance service on Sunday 7th December, between 4pm and 6pm. If you would like to remember someone special this Christmas by dedicating a light in their memory please contact the fundraising team on 01244 851811, email info@hospicegs. com or visit the website at www. hospiceofthegoodshepherd.com

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Royal approval for film maker Dave

A LOCAL camera crew got up close and personal with the Queen recently. Dave Bladen, who runs the Little Sutton-based Elite Video, had the opportunity to film Her Majesty while doing a documentary on the Duke of Lancaster Regiment. Dave, who specialises in corporate and wedding videography, worked on the project with fellow film makers Dan Fox, Chris Owen, Jody Rimell and Joe Fox (pictured). “With many film crews working for the British Army I felt very honoured to be selected as the only film company commissioned to produce such a prestigious DVD for 2,500 soldiers to have as a keepsake, said Dave. “Only one film cameraman was allowed to get up close to Her Majesty. “We had to stay about 10ft away while being ushered on as the Queen walked towards us. “Idid feel very special to have such a chance in my profession to one day filming a bride and groom then next the Queen of England.”

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Deb’s Cook In has

been awarded top marks in a food hygiene inspection. The premises, on Overpool Road, received the maximum five stars for food hygiene and a ‘very good’ for hygiene and safety in Ellesmere Port and Neston Borough Council’s Scores on the Doors programme. Log onto www.epnbc. gov.uk for details of the scheme which allows Little Sutton CE Primary School has been chosen as part of a study to develop and promote skills in Science. Year 2 people to view the results and Year 6 pupils enjoyed two excellent hands-on sessions of the last food hygiene inspection and make an learning about electricity, organised by the National Skills informed choice of where Agency. The school hopes that the pilot proves to be a they buy and eat food. success and that other schools too will benefit from the experience in the future.

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Meals On Wheels - Home Delivery Freshly prepared dinners delivered directly to your door We cater for ages 16-100

Have a delicious dinner and pudding ready to heat up, one day or seven days a week. We are totally flexible to your needs. Just ring Deb who will be glad to discuss your requirements.

Sample menu Dinners £3.50 Dinner & Pudding 4.50 (discounts available for weekly bookings)

Monday: Gammon, Mash, veg, apple pie and custard Tuesday: Sausage mash, peas and gravy, coconut sponge and custard Wednesday: Cottage Pie, 3 veg, Rice Pudding Thursday: Pork chop, mash veg and gravy, Cherry Pie & Custard Friday: Mince, Mash, peas, swiss roll & custard Saturday: Liver & Onion, mash & gravy, bakewell tart and custard Sunday: Roast dinner and pudding

Call Deb on 0151 357 1134 Deb’s Cook In 3 Rivacre Road, Ellesmere Port opposite the Cemetery gates

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If none of the above suit your taste we have 3 alternatives for any day Salads, jacket potatoes or breakfasts Delivered between 1pm & 3pm daily to your door

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Cat rescue still going strong after 10 years - and 1,001 rescues A LOCAL cat rescue centre celebrated a major milestone last month. The Great Sutton Cat Rescue was founded in October 1998 and their 10th anniversary coincided poignantly with rescuing their 1000th cat, William. He has now been successfully rehomed as has their 1001st rescued cat Chloe thanks to being featured on the Homeless Cats Gallery page in “Keep it Local”. “Over the past decade we have often struggled financially and emotionally and are forever indebted to those friends and supporters who have given us help with both,” said

Gina Randall, who runs the centre.” Sadly, as during the early days of Cat Rescue, they are once more desperate to find fosterers to care for the homeless felines on a temporary or long term basis. They used to have eight volunteers but as individual circumstances change either through moving, new relationships or finding full time employment, they now find themselves without any active fosterer. “We are desperately looking for someone with hand-rearing experience or would love to hear from anyone who would like to discuss this important

role or indeed fostering in general,” added Gina. Food, litter and vet bills are carried by the rescue, TLC and a spare room are essential requirements which the fosterer needs to supply! To enable them to continue caring for the inmates already in care and those who will arrive on the doorstep in the future, they are organising a Christmas Fair at the Castrol Sports and Social Club on Saturday 29th November between 11.30am and 2.30pm. The Singing Hands Sign Choir will make a guest appearance.

Cats in care

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Maurice and Barnie, not related but playmates at the rescue, between 6 and 7 months old, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, need a quiet home without young children.

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Bramble, timid and traumatised after her owner was evicted from his home, needs a very quiet patient home. She is a tabby girl, 2-3 years old, vaccinated, chipped and neutered. Ripley and Jonesey, black and white brother and sister, approximately 18 months old, have been in rescue for over a year. Again, they are initially timid with strangers, but in particular Ripley is extremely affectionate. Her brother is

much more timid but they rely on each other, so need to be rehomed together. Quiet home without children sought. Smudge, ten years young, is looking for a retirement home to live out her twilight years. She is very affectionate and would be best suited as an only pet to a retired person or couple. She is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Pixie is on the waiting list. She lost her left back leg as a kitten but it does not curb her sense of adventure. She is used to older children and very affectionate. She is a tabby girl and has been neutered.

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Born on 16th November 1961: Former boxer Frank Bruno

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Building for future success Capenhurst school underwent significant building work over the summer. Staff wish to thank nuclear fuel company Urenco Capenhurst for their help in bring the venture to fruition. The company donated money to go towards the much needed works.

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Year 5 Pupils at Capenhurst CE Primary School who went to Chester Cathetral to take part in the Annual Pilgrim Day.

Children and adults welcome Born on 19th November 1961: US actress Meg Ryan

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It’s coming up to the party season and you want to look your best. How about trying Balmain hair extensions. Extensions are not just for length they can also be used to achieve thicker and fuller hair to look just like Cheryl Cole from Girls Aloud!! Maybe you’re thinking of changing colour but not

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Look good and feel great this winter NOVEMBER is here, bringing with it colder weather, darker evenings, and coughs and colds. You may find that you develop an urge to hibernate in front of the TV through the colder darker months, nursing a box of biscuits, and a mug of cocoa. But no! You need to stay fit and healthy to prepare for the winter. The fitter and healthier you are, the more resistance you will have to colds and infections, and you will be less likely to suffer seasonal depression. Ignore this advice at your peril, or you may find yourself suffering from Christmas party blues; all of your best clothes have shrunk, and you have nothing to wear except your emergency jogging bottoms which are distinctly more saggy than sassy. Now is the time to re-evaluate your health and fitness; it isn’t too wet/cold/dark …. What’s your excuse? No more putting it off until next week, dust off those trainers, clean out the fridge and the cupboards, and prepare your body for winter! Active8 at EPIC Leisure Centre offers a friendly atmosphere; a fitness suite equipped with state of the art fitness equipment, swimming pools and a wide selection of group fitness classes. Why not come along & meet the Active8 or call them on 0151 355 6432 and start getting into shape for Christmas

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The Function Suite at Ellesmere Port Golf Centre offers room and flexibility perfect for Christmas Parties, Wedding Receptions, Christenings, Special Events and Business Meetings. Features include: • Private Bar • Dance Area • Flexible seating layouts including cinema style seating • 120 – 150 guest capacity • Breakout area onto the terrace overlooking the 18th green • Overhead projection screens Our dedicated events team are available to help and advise on all aspects from seating plans to custom menus to ensure your events are a great success.

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Heading off from the Red Lion

Bikers head for the hills in memory of ‘Big Andy’

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Dozens of bikers converged on the Olde Red Lion pub, in Little Sutton, in memory of Andy White, who died earlier this year. They went off in convoy to Llangollen and returned to the Chester Road pub in the afternoon for a fundraiser. The day raised £740 for music lessons for Andy’s children. Biker Andy, who was a hugely popular figure, died in a road crash in March. Licensee Jackie Fadden thanked everyone who took part.

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At the Ponderosa, in Llangollen Died on 24th November 1991: Rock singer Freddie Mercury

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New site for Gypsies A NEW site has been set aside for Gypsies and travellers. It is hoped that the encampment at Shellway Road, Ellesmere Port, will discourage travellers from camping out at unauthorised spots in the town. Council officer Tony Mousdale said: “Having the travellers stay in a single location has enabled us to engage positively with the families and discuss problems with them as they arise.” A bid has also been submitted to the government to provide a residential site on Rushtons Yard at Shropshire Road.

Hair salon prize winners

Danielle McFadden, Lisa Burns, June Strachon and Heather Shaw were the winners of the £300 Iceni hair salon prize giveaway at Destiny and Elite nightclub. Iceni thanked everyone at the club for helping them promote the new venture

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Helping you move forward… THE Workability Plus Project, funded by the European Social Fund via the Learning and Skills Council, launched this Autumn in West Cheshire. It is designed to help local people back into work by way of short courses, 1-21 support and general assistance. Over the next two years it is expected that over 200 individuals will benefit from the project. Workability Plus Co-ordinator, Paul Barber, said ‘This is a wonderful opportunity for local residents to gain new skills and progress towards their work goals’. Aside from occupationally specific courses the project also has a selection of Personal Development training for anyone in need of confidence building and enhancement of general job search techniques. The Workability Plus Project is managed through Ellesmere Port and Neston Borough Council, in conjunction with Cheshire County Council.

An Administration course starts 24th November 2008 lasting 2 weeks.

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Road Accidents Trip or Slip3.Accidents Will I have to travel far to the 1. WillTraffic I have to pay for my legal costs? Criminal Injuries Accidents at medical Work examination? l

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No, an expert will be located near to your home and treasonable travel expenses will be claimed back on your behalf.

2. How much money will I receive? A medical examination will be arranged for you to ascertain the extent of your injuries and the value of your injury will be based on the contents of this report.

4. What if my car is not driveable? A hire car can be arranged and delivered to you the same day, subject to availability.

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time from the third party insurance company but can be from as little as 4 months. 6. What if I can’t work following the accident? A claim for loss of earnings will be made on your behalf, which will include any bonus you may have lost out on.

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Whitby Sports and Social Club EntertainmentNovember guide entertainment FORMERLY THE SHELL CLUB

Essential what’s on info for the1st next- month SAT Four Tops tribute Ballroom, £10 on the door

SAT 1st - Alan O’Neil SAT 15th - Soul Patrol

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Ballroom,. Members free, visitors £4

Mustard Club Saturday 8th November Members free. Visitors £2

l RedMusic Lion, The Show Bull SAT 21st - Country and Whitby Club bands Featuring Rootin ‘n’ Tootin, superb lCivic Hall events country and hillbilly sound l Essential what’s on Sun 22nd - Sky Train guide for November Excellent trio lAmsterdam’s big tour Sun 29th - Tobacco Road lFilm Guide Superb local band

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November entertainment

SAT 1st - Four Tops tribute Ballroom, £10 on the door

SAT 1st - Alan O’Neil SAT 8th - Mustard Club Ballroom. Members free, visitors £2

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SAT 21st - Country Music Show

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Featuring Rootin ‘n’ Tootin, superb country and hillbilly sound

Saturday 15th November Ballroom. Members free. Visitors £4

Sun 22nd - Sky Train Excellent trio

Sun 29th - Tobacco Road Superb local band

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NEWLY REFURBISHED

THE BULL GREAT BANDS ON STAGE THIS NOVEMBER

Friday 7th Tribute to Blondie Sunday Girl Excellent reviews - a night not to miss Saturday 8th Burritos All round cover band really popular Friday 14th Tribute to Meatloaf Dave Black recreates the magic of Meatloaf at his best Saturday 15th Tribute to Robbie Williams Always goes down well don’t miss it!

Friday 21st Moses Brilliant Mod band Saturday 22nd Fantastic Irish Night with authentic Irish Band Friday 28th Portside These local lads bring the house down Saturday 29th Double tribute night ‘Duffy’ and ‘Amy Winehouse’ A night to remember

Every Sunday Karaoke with Morgo

Every Monday 3-6pm

Morgo’s Mad Mondays

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Saturday 1st Stories Great Mod Punk Band - Back by popular demand

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Entertainment guide Essential what’s on info for the next month

Amsterdam hit the road

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PORT band Amsterdam have announced their first headlining tour for over two years. The boys and girls are celebrating their best year yet, one which has seen them duet for EMI with Elvis Costello, release the new, brilliantly-received album Arm in arm and play the show of all shows at Glastonbury. The tour will be promoted by CMP, the people responsible for the Summer pops every year in Liverpool. It calls in at Gateshead, Wolverhampton, London, Stratford, Glasgow, York before ending in Liverpool.

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This final date will be a celebratory end-of-year party with brilliant support from Little Sutton’s Laura Critchley, The Trestles and an as yet undisclosed main support act. This will be the biggest headlining date the gang has ever done so tell your friends, book your hotel

and polish up your voices: this is the big one! Mindful of present economic conditions the tickets for this event are being capped at the price of just £10! The gang would really love you to vote for Amsterdam in the big ‘Best Merseyside albums of all time poll’ currently running on liverpool.com. As well as supporting Amsterdam, Laura Critchley has a busy autumn lined up. A new 10 part series being aired by the Discovery Network in the UK, features the tracks “Sometimes I” and her new track “Butterfingers” as the intro and outro music for a new cooking show called “Glamour Puds”. Being produced by AFP (advertiser funded programming) specialists, The Last Word, the series is due to air from 8th November for 10 nights, on two of the Discovery Channels, and also on

TV3 in Ireland. This is Laura’s first synchronisation deal, and hopefully will the the first of many!

Laura was in Belfast recently at the Big Buzz Awards, one of Northern Ireland’s biggest award ceremonies, to sing and present an award. Little did she know that she had actually won the award for “Best Live Act” - for her performances earlier in the year at the Odyssey in Belfast, supporting Boyzone....

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What’s on in november at the

Olde Red Lion

‘The best place for live music’

Thursdays 6th: The Jalapenos 13th: Red Rock 20th: Dr Duke 27th: Bluez Tooth

Mondays: QUIZ NIGHT & Play Your Cards Right - big money to be won! FREE FOOD EVERY WEEK TO WARM YOU ON THOSE WINTER NIGHTS

Fridays 7th: Trunk Monkeys 14th: Soul Patrol 21st: Space Cadets 28th: Band with no Name

Sundays 2nd: Oil Chickens 9th: Rigsby’s Cat 16th: 0151 23rd: Wingit 30th: Insanity Beach

NEW on Wednesdays Livewire Karaoke - the best in town with Keith & Aggi from Koo Ka Choo

Jackie and Andy would like to say a very big thank you to all the artistes who gave their time on Buy Big Andy a Drink Day, which raised £740. Also, thanks to the bikers, The Robbers Dogs and staff and customers.

All live sports on the big screen!

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Saturdays 1st: Koo Ka Choo 8th: Buscemi 15th: Slinky 22nd: Out of the Blue 29th: The Essence

NEW on Tuesdays: Jam Night with the Missin’ beats Full band jam night. just turn up and play or sing

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Entertainment guide Essential what’s on info for the next month Saturday 1st Chester Wind Band presents Last Night of the Proms, 7.30pm at Ellesmere Port Civic Hall. Call 355 7652 Sunday 2nd Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs ~ Live on stage, 2.30pm, at Ellesmere Port Civic Hall. A fantastic new show for children aged 3-7 years, as seen on TV on Milkshake. Tel 355 7652 Monday 3rd Ellesmere Port Philatelic Society meet at Whitby Methodist Church Hall, Hope Farm Road, Great Sutton, 7.30pm for an auction of stamps. Entry is free. Contact: Norman Hudson on 01244 318156 Saturday 8th Attic sale, at Ellesmere Port Civic Hall, 9am-1pm. To book a table call 355 7652 Line Dance Charity Evening, 7.30-11.30pm, Ellesmere Port Civic Hall, featuring Paul Bailey and Rebel Country Disco. Call 07754 833615. Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th South Cheshire Ballet & Theatre Group presents Dance of the Decades, 7pm, at Ellesmere Port Civic Hall. Box Office: 07958 477386. Thursday 13th Ellesmere Port Flower Club presents ~ Winter Wonderland Demonstration, Ellesmere Port Civic Hall, 7.30pm. Visitors welcome. Call 200 Christmas Dinner & Cabaret 5661 3 course Christmas fayre Saturday 15th Cabaret - Disco - Raffle Wirral Philharmonic Orchestra presents a Choral & Orchestral Concert, 7.30pm, at 7.30pm till late Tickets £22.50 all inclusive Ellesmere Port Civic Hall, featuring Faure’s Pavane. Box Office: 0151 327 4062 Fri 5th Dec; Sat 6th Dec; Saturday 22nd Fri 12th Dec; Sat 13th Dec; Sale of books, DVDs, videos and CDs Fri 19th Dec; Sat 20th Dec at Ellesmere Port Library. Sale runs until Book early to avoid Saturday 29th November. Contact: Anne disappointment Ainsworth on 337 4684/5 Saturday 29th Christmas Fair in aid of local Cat Rescue, 12noon - 3pm at Castrol Sports & Social Club FORMERLY THE SHELL CLUB Guest appearance by Singing Hands Sign Choir. Call 356 4301

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What’s hot at the cinema this month

CHRISTMAS FAIR

In aid of local Cat Rescue on Saturday 29 November 2008 Castrol Sports & Social Club Chester Road, Whitby Quantum of Solace Daniel Craig’s 007 11.30am – 2.30 pm makes his latest mission

Burn After Reading

With Guest Appearance by personal. Bond joins George Clooney and Brad Pitt star in this forces with old friends Singing Hands Sign Choir Coen Brothers comedy caper about a in a battle to uncover pair of gym Christmas workers who stumble uponwins) a the truth behind the Tombola (every ticket disk of CIA secrets. organisation who Bargains Galore Eagle Eye betrayed Vesper, the Please support the cats and kittens in our care.woman he loved in Casino Royale. Further enquiries: Tel 0151-356 4301

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The Rocker Rainn Wilson plays Robert “Fish” Fishman, a rock drummer who joins his young nephew’s band to prove that he is the greatest rocker who ever lived.

 With Guest Appearance by Singing Hands Sign Choir  Christmas Tombola (every ticket wins)  Bargains Galore Please support the cats and kittens in our care

Further enquiries: Tel 356 4301

Beelzebub, another name for the devil, is Hebrew for ‘Lord of the Flies’

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Transformers star Shia LaBeouf plays a young slacker who has been framed as a terrorist. High School Musical 3: Senior Year This massive Disney hit finds Troy and Gabriella staging a spring musical as they face the prospect of separation as they head off to different colleges.

In aid of local Cat Rescue on Saturday 29 November Castrol Sports & Social Club Chester Road, Whitby 11.30am – 2.30pm

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Kitchens HQ Visit our showroom with a full range of granite and quartz worktops Unit 12 Canal Bridge Enterprise Centre Meadow Lane Ellesmere Port (Behind B&Q, Junc 9 M53) SERVICES

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Electrician

I W Scott Electrical Services Domestic and Commercial All types of work undertaken Ellesmere Port & surrounding areas

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Shadow Cabinets, specialists in Antique and Modern furniture polishing, restoring and repair Tel 0151 357 1859 (after hours answering service) www.shadowcabinets.co.uk Handyman Multiskilled Handyman - 40 years DIY experience, tiling plastering, plumbing, brickwork and carpentry, Nebosh & EMTA domestic electrical installers’ cerificate. No job too small. Call Mike 07854120196

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J & S Joinery Specialists All aspects of joinery and building work undertaken  Free quotes  All work guaranteed  Over 20 years experience City & Guilds Tradesman

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i-agents: Revolutionary Estate Agents opens in Ellesmere Port.Let us sell your house for £79 (+vat). Tel 07834829074 www.i-agents.co.uk 0845 257 3155

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Devine Mortgages, 11 Chester Road, Whitby. Tel 356 2009

Hartley & Mason The Property De-cluttering and Home Staging Specialists

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Private Hire Cabs Circle Cabs, Public and Private Hire.Tel 355 9990 / 200 2222. Plumbing/Heating

Colin Whatmore Plumbing, Heating and Gas Services * Central Heating * Boiler Swaps * Bathroom Installations * Landlord Certs Little Sutton, Ellesmere Port

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Window Cleaning

We offer a professionally trained, fully insured and reliable window cleaning service to Ellesmere Port and surrounding areas We are the first to provide Ellesmere Port residents with the Ionic Systems Reach & Wash pole window cleaning system Benefits of this system are: better cleaning and improved access to hard to reach windows above conservatories For a FREE, no obligation quote and demonstration call

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