Competitions

Each month we run a prize crossword. See the newspaper for details.

We also feature other free to enter competitions.

In the May edition the prize crossword is sponsored by Tesco to celebrate the opening of their new store in Syston and the first correct entry drwan will receive £100 Tesco gift card. We will run this again in June so you have two opportunities to win!

What's On Calendar

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9.30am to 10.30am Organised play, dance and movement for 18 months to five years. Brooke dance studio, Brookside, Syston. £4 per session. Telephone 0116 319 0455
Junior Street dance

Junior Street dance

4.45pm t0 5.45pm Brooke dance studio, Brookside, Syston. £4 per session. Telephone 0116 319 0455

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8.00am Rearsby Village Hall Playing Field No need to book, just turn up.

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Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week, 4th to 10th July. For more information on dementia visit NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland’s website at www.lcr.nhs.uk

1.30pm to 2.30pm Organised play, dance and movement for 18months to five years. Brooke dance studio, Brookside, Syston. Telephone 0116 319 0455
Play Rangers Mini Music

Play Rangers Mini Music

Every Monday 4.30pm to 5.30pm Commenced 19th April until 12th July. FREE event for ages 11-16 years. Syston Methodist Church. Charnwood Borough Council Play Rangers introduce Mini Musical. The opportunity to dance, act and sing. If you're a complete beginner or have performed already come and enjoy the atmosphere and perform in the final show. To book please contact Charnwood Borough Council Play Rangers on 01509 634673.
Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week, 4th to 10th July. For more information on dementia visit NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland’s website at www.lcr.nhs.uk

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Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week, 4th to 10th July. For more information on dementia visit NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland’s website at www.lcr.nhs.uk

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Pressing plants explained

Pressing plants explained

If you’ve ever wanted to start a collection of pressed flowers capable of lasting centuries, now is the ideal time to attend a free practical introduction to the hobby. Dr Geoffrey Hall, Chief Botanist of Leicestershire County Council’s Collection Resources Centre, will demonstrate how to make a collection, which can provide a source of pleasure and study for future generations without harming the countryside. Equipment will be supplied and the techniques involved in using a flower press, the approaches to be used and how to mount a collection will all be explained. The session is being organised by Museum Natural Life Collection’s team and is part of the Natural Life Collection’s Discovery sessions, a popular programme of training and information sessions, aimed at encouraging local people to celebrate natural history. These free sessions will be on Wednesday the 7th and 14th of July, they both start at 7pm and will last for approximately 2 hours. Booking is essential, as places are limited. For further information or to book a place, contact the Collections team on 0116 305 3726 Directions to the Museums' Collection Resource Centre in Barrow-On-Soar are available on request.
Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week, 4th to 10th July. For more information on dementia visit NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland’s website at www.lcr.nhs.uk

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Junior Street dance

Junior Street dance

4.45pm t0 5.45pm Brooke dance studio, Brookside, Syston. £4 per session. Telephone 0116 319 0455
Bugie Bugs

9.30am to 10.30am Organised play, dance and movement for 18 months to five years. Brooke dance studio, Brookside, Syston. £4 per session. Telephone 0116 319 0455
JKM Property Solutions Launch

JKM Property Solutions Launch

JKM Property Solutions are due to launch their much acclaimed national product in Leicester. They are enrolling partner Estate Agents and recruiting across the County so they can mirror the success they have had elsewhere. The assistance offered to Estate Agents by JKM will be good news for local Estate Agents who have suffered in a trying economic climate. Their property stock will become more saleable and with enhanced financial opportunities, Agents have been quick to register for the launch. JKM will transform tired homes that are for sale throughout Leicestershire. It will be really worthwhile attending the Leicester launch at The Walkers Stadium, Banks Lounge on Thursday 8th July, between 6.00pm and 9.00pm. The first presentation will commence at 6.15pm and will take no more than 45 minutes. There will be a further presentation at 7.30pm. Refreshments will be available. Summary: 1. JKM work with Estate Agents and all homes for sale 2. The property is marketed with added extras such as a new kitchen, new bathroom, windows, complete redecoration and all this is included for the asking price. 3. The purchaser gets to choose their own ranges, styles and colours from our range brochure. 4. All the work is completed between exchange and completion 5. All the products and workmanship are fully guaranteed. 6. There are no catches – it does not cost the seller or the purchaser a penny. WWW.JKMPROPERTYSOLUTIONS.COM
Pharmacy Questionnaire

Pharmacy Questionnaire

Is your pharmacy the right prescription? People living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are being asked to give their views on services offered by pharmacists and dispensing doctors in a questionnaire, ahead of a public consultation later in the year. The Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) aims to highlight any gaps in provision and show which services are required, where and by whom. The results will help to determine if pharmacy services meet the health needs of the population and whether applications to provide new pharmacy services will be approved in the future. Both NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland and NHS Leicester City will be carrying out their own Pharmaceutical Needs Assessments, which are a legal requirement for primary care trusts in England. The closing date for the questionnaire is 31 July. People living in Leicestershire county and Rutland can fill it in online by visiting NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland’s website at www.lcr.nhs.uk/pna or pick a copy up from their local pharmacist. To request a survey to be posted to you contact Tom Pitchers 0116 295 7686. People living in Leicester can fill in the questionnaire by collecting a copy from their local pharmacy, calling NHS Leicester City’s Get Involved team on 0116 295 4183, visiting the website at www.leicestercity.nhs.uk/getinvolved or alternatively email the team at getinvolved@leicestercity.nhs.uk
Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week, 4th to 10th July. For more information on dementia visit NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland’s website at www.lcr.nhs.uk
New Extension John Ferneley

New Extension John Ferneley

First glimpse of John Ferneley College extension can be seen at an open evening to be held at John Ferneley College on Thursday, July 8th from 5.30pm-7.30pm. Parents, students and local residents are being invited to take their first look at plans for an extension to John Ferneley College in Melton Mowbray. The new building will be built on land opposite the new John Ferneley College. It will be in keeping with the style of the new college. The building will have the same design and be based on the concept of the new college, allowing for innovative methods of teaching. An auditorium, modern classrooms and design rooms will be included. The college is increasing its admission number and the new building will ensure state-of-the-art accommodation is provided for all students. Work is due to start in January, 2011 and the new building is due to open after the Easter break, 2012. The cost of the project is yet to be finalised and negotiations are under way with contractors. It is being held on an informal, drop-in basis with those attending being able to view and comment on the plans and talk to representatives from the college, Leicestershire County Council and the building contractors.

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Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week, 4th to 10th July. For more information on dementia visit NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland’s website at www.lcr.nhs.uk
Coffee Morning

10.00am to 12.30pm Syston Community Centre Proceeds to go to the Syston Project and Oxfam, Syston.
Roundhill FlowerandGarden Club

Roundhill FlowerandGarden Club

8.00am at Broad Street SystonTrip to the NAFAS National Show National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies, Harrogate. £10.00 bus fare to Harrogate £13.00 entrance to the show to be paid on the day. There is no obligation to go to the show you can spend the day shopping in Harrogate. For further information Contact Irene James 0116 260 2361 or Jacquie Brookes 07837 076 476

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Ferret Race Night

Ferret Race Night

Syston Town Cricket Club are holding a Ferret Race Night on Saturday 10th July. Entry is Free and the first race is at 8.00pm. It promises to be an interesting evening. For more details either visit the Syston Town Cricket website or the link to their poster both given below. http://www.systontowncc.com/news/news13.htm and here is a link to a pdf of the event poster: http://www.systontowncc.com/news/ferretposter.pdf
Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week

Dementia Awareness Week, 4th to 10th July. For more information on dementia visit NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland’s website at www.lcr.nhs.uk
Queniboroough Historic Walk

Queniboroough Historic Walk

Meet 2.00pm at the Head of Coppice Lane, near primary school, Queniborough. A stroll through the village pointing out historical and general items, finishing with the church history and a possible trip up the tower.
Event at Gorse Hill farm

Event at Gorse Hill farm

10.00am to 4.30pm Farm Open Day For further infromation about these events ot the farm itself log on to www.gorsehillcityfarm.org.uk
Syston Cricket Club

Syston Cricket Club

FERRET RACING – 20 ferrets, 6 meters of track, 1 great evening! Further information is available at the club, or on the Syston Town CC website www.systontowncc.com

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Farm Fun Day

1.00pm to 6.00pm Dairy Farm, Holt Lane, Barkby. Variey of stalls and games with plenty to see and do for all the family. Open air Songs of Praise 5.00pm. Refreshments. Free car parking nearby. Admission £2. Accompanied children under 12 years Free. Proceeds for St Mary’s Church, Barkby.

1.30pm to 2.30pm Organised play, dance and movement for 18months to five years. Brooke dance studio, Brookside, Syston. Telephone 0116 319 0455
Play Rangers Mini Music

Play Rangers Mini Music

Every Monday 4.30pm to 5.30pm Commenced 19th April until 12th July. FREE event for ages 11-16 years. Syston Methodist Church. Charnwood Borough Council Play Rangers introduce Mini Musical. The opportunity to dance, act and sing. If you're a complete beginner or have performed already come and enjoy the atmosphere and perform in the final show. To book please contact Charnwood Borough Council Play Rangers on 01509 634673.

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Pressing plants explained

Pressing plants explained

If you’ve ever wanted to start a collection of pressed flowers capable of lasting centuries, now is the ideal time to attend a free practical introduction to the hobby. Dr Geoffrey Hall, Chief Botanist of Leicestershire County Council’s Collection Resources Centre, will demonstrate how to make a collection, which can provide a source of pleasure and study for future generations without harming the countryside. Equipment will be supplied and the techniques involved in using a flower press, the approaches to be used and how to mount a collection will all be explained. The session is being organised by Museum Natural Life Collection’s team and is part of the Natural Life Collection’s Discovery sessions, a popular programme of training and information sessions, aimed at encouraging local people to celebrate natural history. These free sessions will be on Wednesday the 7th and 14th of July, they both start at 7pm and will last for approximately 2 hours. Booking is essential, as places are limited. For further information or to book a place, contact the Collections team on 0116 305 3726 Directions to the Museums' Collection Resource Centre in Barrow-On-Soar are available on request.

9.30am to 10.30am Organised play, dance and movement for 18 months to five years. Brooke dance studio, Brookside, Syston. £4 per session. Telephone 0116 319 0455
Junior Street dance

Junior Street dance

4.45pm t0 5.45pm Brooke dance studio, Brookside, Syston. £4 per session. Telephone 0116 319 0455

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Blood Donor Clinic

Blood Donor Clinic

Appointments available up to 8.00pm To book telephone: 0300 123 2323 Syston Catholic Church, Broad Street.

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Beginners Salsa

Beginners Salsa

New Course commences 22nd July NOT 15th July as quoted in the Newspaper. 7.30pm Syston & District Social Club, High Street. For further information telephone Samantha on 0750 575 0447 or email: uksamantha007@aol.com UKA Qualified Instructors.
Event at Gorse Hill Farm

Event at Gorse Hill Farm

1.00pm to 3.00pm A workshop is planned for this day. For further infromation about these events ot the farm itself log on to www.gorsehillcityfarm.org.uk

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Loughborough in Bloom

Loughborough in Bloom

To celebrate Britain in Bloom, Charnwood Borough Council is organising a Loughborough in Bloom Open Day on 24 July. It will be a fun filled day of activities for all the family. As part of the events on the day, the Konflux Theatre is offering an opportunity for up to 30 children to take part in a drama workshop during the day and perform a 15 minutes play to the public at the end of the day. The theme for the drama will be ‘Local Roots’ which is the 2010 theme for Britain in Bloom and aims to celebrate local and cultural history, engage local and diverse communities and encourage all groups to engage with green spaces through cultural events. It also highlights the role local communities have to play in looking after the environment and tackling climate change. Children and young people from Chapman Street Neighbourhood, Thorpe Acre Residents and Shelthorpe Community are encouraged to take part as these communities are part of the “It’s Your Neighbourhood” East Midlands In Bloom Initiative. The drama workshops will cater for young people aged between 10 to 14 years however young performers aged up to 16 years are also welcome. Places are limited so anyone wishing to take part or requires more information, please contact Tolu Omideyi on 01509 634944 by Thursday 22 July. Note: The event will take place at Loughborough Town Hall.
Countdown to London 2012

Countdown to London 2012

Charnwood Borough Council joins in the celebration of the two year countdown to the start of the London 2012 Games by participating in the London 2012 Open Weekend, which is taking place across the UK. It is organising a Sport and Cultural Celebration Day on 24 July at Market Place in Loughborough from 11am to 3:30pm, as part of the Open Weekend 2010 initiative launched by The London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games (LOCOG). The event will be a fun filled day consisting of exciting sporting activities, art workshops focused on sustainability and recycling for all ages to get involved in, face painting, opportunity to try new foods and much more. The theme of the event is to challenge the public to discover new sports and cultures by giving them a chance to try something new or set new personal best records. For more information, please contact Ludie Wallis on 01509 268903 or email Ludie.Wallis@charnwood.gov.uk.

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Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Week long courses are being run by Mark Hedley Soccer at Syston Rubgy Football Club, Barkby Road, Queniborough. Between Monday 26th to Friday 30th July. The courses are open to boys and girls of all abilities. Times: Ages 4 to 5 years 10.00am to 12.00pm. Ages 6 to 13 years 10.00am to 3.00pm. Prices range from 1 day to 5 days: 4-5 years are 1 day £8, 2 days £12, 3 days £18, 4 dyas £24 and £30 for five days. 6 - 13 years are 1 day £14, 2 days £24, 3 days £32, 4 days £40 and £48 for five days. For further details and to book a place contact Mark Hedley on 0116 279 1560 or email: markhedleysoccer@googlemail.com or visit the website www.markhedleysoccer.co.uk

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Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Week long courses are being run by Mark Hedley Soccer at Syston Rubgy Football Club, Barkby Road, Queniborough. Between Monday 26th to Friday 30th July. The courses are open to boys and girls of all abilities. Times: Ages 4 to 5 years 10.00am to 12.00pm. Ages 6 to 13 years 10.00am to 3.00pm. Prices range from 1 day to 5 days: 4-5 years are 1 day £8, 2 days £12, 3 days £18, 4 dyas £24 and £30 for five days. 6 - 13 years are 1 day £14, 2 days £24, 3 days £32, 4 days £40 and £48 for five days. For further details and to book a place contact Mark Hedley on 0116 279 1560 or email: markhedleysoccer@googlemail.com or visit the website www.markhedleysoccer.co.uk

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Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Week long courses are being run by Mark Hedley Soccer at Syston Rubgy Football Club, Barkby Road, Queniborough. Between Monday 26th to Friday 30th July. The courses are open to boys and girls of all abilities. Times: Ages 4 to 5 years 10.00am to 12.00pm. Ages 6 to 13 years 10.00am to 3.00pm. Prices range from 1 day to 5 days: 4-5 years are 1 day £8, 2 days £12, 3 days £18, 4 dyas £24 and £30 for five days. 6 - 13 years are 1 day £14, 2 days £24, 3 days £32, 4 days £40 and £48 for five days. For further details and to book a place contact Mark Hedley on 0116 279 1560 or email: markhedleysoccer@googlemail.com or visit the website www.markhedleysoccer.co.uk

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Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Week long courses are being run by Mark Hedley Soccer at Syston Rubgy Football Club, Barkby Road, Queniborough. Between Monday 26th to Friday 30th July. The courses are open to boys and girls of all abilities. Times: Ages 4 to 5 years 10.00am to 12.00pm. Ages 6 to 13 years 10.00am to 3.00pm. Prices range from 1 day to 5 days: 4-5 years are 1 day £8, 2 days £12, 3 days £18, 4 dyas £24 and £30 for five days. 6 - 13 years are 1 day £14, 2 days £24, 3 days £32, 4 days £40 and £48 for five days. For further details and to book a place contact Mark Hedley on 0116 279 1560 or email: markhedleysoccer@googlemail.com or visit the website www.markhedleysoccer.co.uk

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Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Mark Hedley Soccer Courses

Week long courses are being run by Mark Hedley Soccer at Syston Rubgy Football Club, Barkby Road, Queniborough. Between Monday 26th to Friday 30th July. The courses are open to boys and girls of all abilities. Times: Ages 4 to 5 years 10.00am to 12.00pm. Ages 6 to 13 years 10.00am to 3.00pm. Prices range from 1 day to 5 days: 4-5 years are 1 day £8, 2 days £12, 3 days £18, 4 dyas £24 and £30 for five days. 6 - 13 years are 1 day £14, 2 days £24, 3 days £32, 4 days £40 and £48 for five days. For further details and to book a place contact Mark Hedley on 0116 279 1560 or email: markhedleysoccer@googlemail.com or visit the website www.markhedleysoccer.co.uk

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Closing date for Questionnaire

Closing date for Questionnaire

Is your pharmacy the right prescription? People living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are being asked to give their views on services offered by pharmacists and dispensing doctors in a questionnaire, ahead of a public consultation later in the year. The Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) aims to highlight any gaps in provision and show which services are required, where and by whom. The results will help to determine if pharmacy services meet the health needs of the population and whether applications to provide new pharmacy services will be approved in the future. Both NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland and NHS Leicester City will be carrying out their own Pharmaceutical Needs Assessments, which are a legal requirement for primary care trusts in England. The closing date for the questionnaire is 31 July. People living in Leicestershire county and Rutland can fill it in online by visiting NHS Leicestershire County and Rutland’s website at www.lcr.nhs.uk/pna or pick a copy up from their local pharmacist. To request a survey to be posted to you contact Tom Pitchers 0116 295 7686. People living in Leicester can fill in the questionnaire by collecting a copy from their local pharmacy, calling NHS Leicester City’s Get Involved team on 0116 295 4183, visiting the website at www.leicestercity.nhs.uk/getinvolved or alternatively email the team at getinvolved@leicestercity.nhs.uk
Wedding Fayre

11.00am to 4.00pm Brooke Studio, Brookside, Syston. A range of stands aand displays including Hand Made Cards, Jewellery and Tiaras. One stop wedding Shop, Sgharon's Sugar Craft, Soar Valley Brides, Shimmers, Mother of the Bride specialists. Charnwood wedding cars. Entry £1 Raffle.

Calendar developed and supported by Kieran O'Shea