Village Newsletter

ASHEN MEMORIAL VILLAGE HALL

NEWS LETTER

Fete

A big thank you to every one who contributed in any way to the fete although it was arranged at very short notice a grand total of £450 was raised for the hall funds.

Come and join us for another quiz night; come, as a team of 6 or teams will be made up on the night 7pm for 7-30 pm start. Cost will be £4 per person including refreshments, licensed bar

A fun night for all, prizes for the winning team.

To help with catering etc.book your table by telephoning Graham on 788025, Lorna on 785535 or any other committee member, but you will also be welcome to come and join us on the night.

Essex On Tour

Saturday 16^th December At 7pm.

Come and join us in the village hall for a glass of wine and a mince pie and meet friends and neighbours more details later.

We are going to try and bring back the new years parties to the hall so this year we are going to open up the hall and invite you to come along and welcome in 2007 with your friends old and new. Dancing, Games and refreshments, Bring your own drinks. If this is popular then next year we will try something more organised. More details closer to the time but remember to enter the date in your diary make it a night with the family.

We are trying to put more things on in the village to suit all ages and we are soon going to plan for 2007. We are a new committee but realise that a lot of money is required to keep the village hall in good repair. The Back wall of the building needs damp coursing and the exterior needs decorating. We must also start looking to the state of the roof. Repaired over ten years ago it could soon require some attention, as a committee we will be be trying to source out grants but these have to be matched fully or partly by hall funds.  The hall is now being used more and is there to be used for family parties etc. contact Graham 788025 .

We are trying different things but if any one has an idea of what might be popular in the hall please let any committee member know, suggestions for functions etc. always welcome.

Parish Council

The village survey has been circulated seeking views as to future plans for the village.  Several helpful returns have been received, but it has been agreed to extend the time for returns for a further two weeks to 20^th October to enable as many as possible to participate.  These will then be considered at the next meeting to decide how to take the proposals forward.  The survey form is also on the Ashen Parish Council website (www.essex.info.net/ashenparishcouncil) for those who prefer to respond electronically.  A neighbourhood watch scheme is being established in the village – please let Lorna know if you wish to be involved.

 The waver is due to be tidied up in the near future.  Steps are in hand to deal with the badger set in Hollow Road.

 The next meeting is on 4^th November at 10-30 am, when as usual there will be the opportunity for questions at the beginning of the meeting.  A file is kept in the village hall of recent documents including the latest minutes.  These are also available on the website.  We would particularly welcome any contributions for inclusion on the website – please contact the Clerk (Mrs Karen Melville-Ross) or the Chairman (Robin Purchas) if you have anything to be included.

Ashen Family Carol Service Sunday 17^th December Mincepies and refreshments after the service.

These take the form of a workshop held fortnightly in the village hall details tel: Gill Williams 785663.

RUN AND TUTORED BY JAN COULING ON MONDAY MORNINGS IN THE VILLAGE HALL.  THESE ARE SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS AND IMPROVERS.  ANYONE INTERESTED IN MORE INFORMATION PHONE JAN ON 01440 788107 or pop in to the workshop any Monday morning

.

The coffee morning held in aid of the McMillan Nurses raised the sum of £116.00. We would like to thank everyone who supported us and all those who could not be there but left a donation. We have received a letter of thanks from the organizers which will be displayed at the coffee morning.

Wednesday 25^th October –Coffee morning –10.00 –11-00am

Tuesday 31^st October- Halloween Party for children 6-00- 8-00pm.

                                   50p. per child (mums and dads welcome)

Wednesday 8^th November – Lunch at 12-15pm.

Saturday 18^th November-Car Boot /Table Sale more information about this later.

Wednesday 22^nd. November –Coffee Morning 10-00-11-30am.

We hope to have one more news letter before christmas to give details of the various christmas functions if you have anything that you would like included please contact Lorna 785535.