At the time of writing the “Migrant” crisis is still in full swing, taking up much newsprint, TV airtime and political ping-pong. It’s been moving along at such a pace that I suspect that by the time you read this in early October the whole situation may have entered an altogether new phase, whatever that may be. It has been intriguing to see how the media, politicians and the world has responded over the past few weeks, and not all of it has been covered in glory.
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SHARE Welcomes New Members
SHARE is now welcoming members. Anyone over 16 who lives, works or owns land in South Hill Parish can join as a member for £1 and buy one share for £1. An application form is available:
SHARE Membership Application Form – click here
Come and join the Band!
With a busy summer season of engagements drawing to a close, Callington Town Band and its Training Band invite new members to ‘Come and Join Us!’
Whether you are a learner or returning after a break or an experienced player we would welcome players of all abilities. Instruments can be provided, on loan, free of charge to members. Cornet players are particularly needed.
Visit our website, www.callingtontownband.com, phone Band Secretary, Shirley Morse (01579 350336) or speak to the players whenever you see them at engagements. Get it straight from the horse’s mouth!
Guests in the South Hill Area
In past times, people from Cornwall have travelled and settled in places all over the world.
Sometimes their descendants return to the area to trace their family history. Our South Hill Connection Guest Book is open to all who wish to leave a message.
Church Matters, July 2015
At the time of writing the news is just breaking of the further bail out for Greece from the European Union. The situation in Greece seems somewhat unbelievable, with people unable to withdraw their cash from banks, and banks themselves mostly remaining closed.
U3A Update, July 2015
THE BIG PAINTING CHALLENGE – THE REAL STORY
Anthea Lay, one of our members, gave us a very interesting talk on her experiences as a contestant on the BBC art show. This was not Anthea’s first foray into art competitions, as she had been a regular contributor to the BBC’s Sketch Club programme in 1959. She and her family were delighted to see her efforts on their back & white TV.
Calling all Jazz and Blues Fans
Here is an event you want to get in your diary right now… the fourth Calstock Jazz and Blues Festival is taking place 22nd – 25th October 2015.
From our Cornwall Councillor, July 2015
I am going to have to start with a little grumble this month, which is litter at the side of the road. It is bad for wildlife and it looks terrible. We are all paying for this mess to be cleared up and there is really no need. Maybe it is because this is a beautiful time of year with all the signs of Spring and Summer but it does seem such a shame that a very few people can’t appreciate how lucky we are to live in such a beautiful part of the country and so respect it. Please take your rubbish home with you. I’m sure most of you already do.
Life On The Farm
by Claire Pethick (M H Pethick Contractors, South Hill)
Well, what a busy time of year this is. All different types of agricultural activities happening; crop preparation, harvesting. As many are aware, the type of work which is to be carried out is solely dependent on the season and the weather. I am writing this article to explain what agricultural goings-on are happening here at Church Park, when, and why.
WI update, May 2015
Our speaker for the May meeting was Mr. Edward Buckingham who lives at Saltash, and he is the only Cornishman who has climbed the world’s seven summits. He explained and gave a powerpoint presentation detailing about his adventures.