June 2007 Archives
SOUTHPORT SKATEPARK PROJECT Newsletter for July out now!
Posted by Southport-Skate-Park-Project on June 27, 2007 8:59 PM
The July SSP Newsletter has just been emailed out to all Southport and Formby Councillors, relevant departments of Sefton Council and all of you who have given us your e mail address.
(It will replace the June issue on the My Space page in the next 24 hours)
If you have not received yours by tomorrow (due to the wonders of Hotmail!) please contact us and we will send another one out.
The issue includes the following articles:
SKATEPARK DESIGNER OFFERS FREE DESIGN SERVICE TO SOUTHPORT SKATERS!
KR8ER TO CLOSE FOR REPAIRS!
COUNCIL TAKES LEGAL ACTION AGAINST SKATEBOARDERS!
SKATEBOARDING IN LONDON 2012 OLYMPICS?
SKATEPARK DESIGNER INTERVIEWED!
SKATEPARK USERS ACCUSED OF ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR!
SOUTHPORT SKATER SHOOTS PHOTOS FOR TIMES ARTICLE!
We hope you find something of interest in the issue.
Please contact us with any comments or feedback.
Thank You
SOUTHPORT-SKATEPARK-PROJECT
‘skateboarding BY skateboarders FOR skateboarders’
ONLINE: WWW.MYSPACE.COM/SOUTHPORTSKATEPARKPROJECT
Vitalising Venture for Trust’s Young Volunteers
Posted by The Prince's Trust on June 26, 2007 10:39 AM
Young volunteers on twelve week Prince’s Trust personal development course Team ran by Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service in Southport, have been making a different in their community by undertaking a project at Vitalise Sandpipers.
The project was to put up a fence to divide the path between the local marina and Sandpipers land to help prevent accidental trespassing and keep those gaining respite care at the centre safe and secure.
The Team chose the Vitalise project after meeting Recruitment and Project Manager Chris Ashcroft at the Volunteer’s Bureau who recommended the centre to the young people as a worthy cause to support. The Team planned the project developing hard skills in construction and landscaping, as well as soft skills such as leadership and how to organise.
Team Leaders Tony Canavan and Anna Doherty praised the Team for their efforts especially as much of the project was undertaken in difficult weather conditions. Mr. Canavan added “On behalf of the Team I would like to thank all the staff and residents at Vitalise for their warm welcome. I hope that the Team’s project will have a lasting and positive impact on the centre.�
Young unemployed 16 – 25 year olds who are interested in attending the twelve week Team programme can contact Anna or Tony at the Team base in Southport on 07837 655 627 to find out about future courses. Find out more about The Prince's Trust online at www.princes-trust.org.uk
Season over - Next rehearsals!!
Posted by Southport Bach Choir on June 23, 2007 9:33 PM
Southport Bach Choir's season is over for the summer. June 16th saw a super performance of Vivaldi and JS Bach. The orchestra was, as usual excellent and the choir in good voice. The large audience certainly went home with smiles on their faces.
Now for a few weeks' rest.
Rehearsals start again on the FIRST THURSDAY OF SEPTEMBER at the Parish Centre of Holy Trinity Church, Hoghton St., opposte the YMCA, at 8.00pm.
The first major work is to be Bach's Mass in B minor. This will be performed on Saturday, 8th December 2007, with professional soloists and with the internationally acclaimed "Orchestra of the Golden Age". This will be our fourth concert with them. The others were: Bach's St John Passion, Christmas Oratorio and Monteverdi's Vespers. All these concerts received wide critical acclaim across the North of England. We hope to achieve the same again!
Interested in joining us? We are interested in you! Being able to read music is not a requirement - application and being able to sing in tune are. Ring Alice Taylor (Hon. Sec,) for details on 01704 229416.
I read this quote recently and it really applies to us, I hope: "Quality is never produced by accident- it is always the product of intelligence and effort"
Check our website on www.southprtbachchoir.org you can also contact us through that link.
Southport Support Group of the National Osteoporosis Society
Posted by Support Group of The National Osteoporosis Societ on June 21, 2007 8:30 AM
June is National Osteoporosis Month and and the emphasis this year is on raising awareness of how men are affected by decreasing bone density problems.
The fact is that one in five men will suffer a fracture after the age of 50, up to 20% of spinal fractures and 30% of hip fractures occur in men.
Professor Roger M Francis says men are often surprised when they are diagnosed with osteoporosis as they usually associate the condition with women.
He goes on: "The likelihood of developing osteoporosis may be reduced by avoiding smoking and excess alcohol consumption and taking regular exercise. Men who develop broken bones after only minor injury should discuss the possibility of osteoporosis with their doctor."
Local people can get information from group chairman, Christine Rostron on 01704 575102.
Southport WRENS Association
Posted by Administrator on June 20, 2007 9:38 AM
Southport WRENS Association
Contact Mrs Pam Barker
Telephone 01704-568654
About us
The Association of Wrens is still having fun.
The association was formed in 1917 - 90 years ago this year - by a group of ex-Wrens
who felt that the friendships they had made and the spirit of the Wrens should be kept alive.
Many years later, that same ideal is still upheld by almost 8,000 women where no distinction is made between rating and officer - just to enjoy something unique and worthwhile.
The Southport Association have been in operation for 18 years this year.
Every year we celebrate our birthday, Trafalgar Day, and all the church services to remember those who fell during the wars.
We have speakers and trips to the theatre and other activities. We would welcome any past members of the Wrens who live near enough to visit us at the Conservative Club, 20 Bath Street, Southport.
We meet on the second Wednesday of every month. Drinks and sandwiches can be purchased if you have travelled, and of course, there is a cuppa and a biscuit with a £1 entry fee.
Meetings start at 1pm.
National Volunteers' Week
Posted by Southport Citizens Advice Bureau on June 19, 2007 2:04 PM
Wednesday, 6 June saw the celebration of National Volunteers' Week ...
Bootle Town Hall was the setting for volunteers across the borough to receive well deserved recognition for the fantastic service they provide.
The weather couldn't have been any better; blue skies, warm; perhaps a little too warm for sitting in the majestic room within the stunning town hall which was to be the gathering for some 53 active volunteers from various charitable organisations. As admin assistant with the Southport CAB, I am proud to say that I was there to witness the marvellous achievements of our own volunteers and gain more of an insight into the work of other agencies. I honestly felt quite humble being among these people who devote so much of their time to helping others.
All volunteers were presented with a Certificate of Achievement which specified the number of hours' work each representative had contributed. To add to this auspicous occasion, these were handed out by the Mayor of Sefton who had earlier given a humourous and enlightening account of his own volunteering experiences. More humour was provided by our very own Val, who obviously carried away by the emotive experience, promptly placed a kiss on the Mayor's cheek whilst collecting her certificate! There certainly didn't appear to be any objection from Mr Hands who along with everyone else saw the funny side of Val's spontaneous gesture!
The awards ceremony was brought to a close by a sumptous buffet generously provided by the organisers, Volunteer Centre Sefton.
I left the occasion feeling extremely happy and proud to be part of the Southport CAB team and quite in awe of these people who devote so much of their time to providing such an excellent service.
Maggie Maxwell
If you would like to find out about Volunteering for CAB or assist in fundraising, please contact the bureau.
Holy Trinity Church
Posted by Administrator on June 18, 2007 10:04 AM
Holy Trinity Church
Contact Rev'd Dr. Rod Garner
Website http://www.holytrinitysouthport.org.uk
Email anglican@garnerr.freeserve.co.uk
Telephone 01704 538560
Fax 01704 538560
Address
Holy Trinity Vicarage, 24 Roe Lane, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 9DX
About us
We have a distinct form of worship and the strong musical tradition that attracts members from the parish and well beyond.
To help us be more effective, we are training more people to be involved in the life of the Church and in service to the community.
Cricket Success for Kew Woods Primary School
Posted by Kew Wood School on June 17, 2007 7:33 PM
Kew Woods Primary School, who were already Southport champions, took part in the " Sefton Final " against Bedford Primary at Bootle Cricket Club.
The team again performed well in the field, restricting Bedford Primary to 233 runs. We needed 234 runs to win and go on to represent Sefton at Old Trafford. A super batting display followed with some great shots, including numerous sixes. All the team batted well and scored a massive 300 runs !!
Kew Woods are now Sefton Kwik Cricket champions ( for the 2nd year running ) and will take part in the Lancashire Finals at Old Trafford on Thursday 28th June. This is the second year on the run that we have had a team representing Sefton at Old Trafford and last year the team went all the way to the National Finals at Trent Bridge.
Check out our school website on www.kewwoods.co.uk
THE GUARDIAN16/06/07 - ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT: SKATEBOARDING
Posted by Southport-Skate-Park-Project on June 16, 2007 5:50 PM
In the 'Weekend' supplement of The Guardian dated Saturday 16/06 pages 74 and 75 are dedicated to skateboarding and some of its more positive characteristics. IE
It builds confidence
Helps balance
Aids stamina
Strengthens legs
Develops ankles
There are comments from Ben Powell, editor of 'Sidewalk', the UK's biggest skateboard magazine, as well as information on how to get started, gear, and the downside of skateboarding too.
Still time to pick a copy up before the supermarkets close tonight! But you can sneak a peak at this url:
http://www.middle-age-shred.co.uk/phpBB2_v2/viewtopic.php?t=11085&highlight=
SOUTHPORT-SKATEPARK-PROJECT
'skateboarding BY skateboarders FOR skateboarders'
The Richard Hart Singers Summer Concert 30th June 2007
Posted by Richard Hart Singers on June 16, 2007 1:23 AM
THE RICHARD HART SINGERS’ SUMMER CONCERT – A MIDSUMMMER EVE’S MUSIC
EMMANUEL CHURCH ON 30TH JUNE AT 7.30 PM
This year, the Summer Concert presented by popular local choir, the Richard Hart Singers, will be held on 30th June in Emmanuel Church at 7.30 pm.
As usual, Musical Director, Brian Lea has assembled a programme of songs to suit all tastes, from Classical Choral Works, both Sacred and Secular through modern Pop Ballads to excerpts from Musical Shows. Well known local Operatic Soprano, Valerie Watts has graciously agreed to appear as Guest Artiste and will thrill the audience with a selection from her huge repertoire. To contrast with the vocal items, former Musical Director Michael Bennett will entertain on Emmanuel’s magnificent Church Organ – all in all an evening of superb music to while away a Summer Saturday Evening.
Tickets costing £6, with a free Glass of Wine or Soft Drink and Cheese & Biscuits, are now available from Gail Gray (01704 548737) and Barbara Preston (01704 213368) and of course at the door on the night. All profits will be donated to the Liver Cancer Appeal, a local Charity which is particularly dear to the Choir’s hearts – so please come along and support this worthy cause.
Marshside Road Pre-School
Posted by Administrator on June 15, 2007 9:23 AM
Marshside Road Pre-school
Contact Mrs Cristina Alsop
Email Marshside Road Pre-School
Telephone 01704506544
Fax 01704506544
Address
Marshside Road Methodist Church Hall, Marshside Road, Southport, PR9 9TL
About us
We are a pre-school which operates term time only and is registered with Ofsted.
Queenscourt Hospice Lottery
Posted by Queenscourt Hospice on June 14, 2007 2:40 PM
Join our lottery!
There is a prize of £3000 to be won every WEEK!!
We have raised nearly £2 MILLION for Queenscourt Hospice since 1994 and had more then 66,000 WINNERS!
That’s about half the number of people living in Southport and Formby.
For only £1 per week you could win £2000 and there are 95 other prizes of £250 to £5.
New members are always welcome. Please join us by downloading an application form from our website www.queenscourt.org.uk
Just print it out, fill it in, sign it and send it to us
(FREEPOST RRCB-LARY-TJYR, 1A Alma Road, Southport PR8 4AN) no stamp needed
Fundraising Events in July
Posted by Queenscourt Hospice on June 14, 2007 2:30 PM
In July we have a 2 events that Queenscourt will be entering into -
The Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride on 8th July and The Dragon Boat Races on 15th July.
If you would like more information and about taking part or getting involved please get in touch with the fundraising team on 01704 544645 or email on fundraising@queenscourt.org.uk
LAUNCH OF THE YELLOW RIBBON APPEAL
Posted by Queenscourt Hospice on June 14, 2007 2:22 PM
During the month of June, the grounds of Queenscourt Hospice will be filled with yellow ribbons tied to the trees. For a donation everyone is welcome to write the name of loved one on to a ribbon, which will then be tied on to a tree to commemorate them.
If you are interested and would like more information you can come to the hospice or contact the fundraising office on 01704 544645.
Soroptimist news in June
Posted by Soroptimist International Southport on June 12, 2007 9:26 AM
S.I.Southport would like to congratulate Pam Boulderstone on receiving her 30 years long service certificate.
Forthcoming events,for members and guests, include:-
An Amber Evening - an opportunity to purchase fabulous jewellery from Poland.
A summer B.B.Q.
Dinners/lunches with other clubs.
Regional meeting and the International Convention in Glasgow.
Continue reading "Soroptimist news in June"
INTERNATIONAL 'GO SKATEBOARDING DAY' - JUNE 21ST
Posted by Southport-Skate-Park-Project on June 9, 2007 12:16 PM
On June 21 skateboarders around the globe will celebrate the pure exhilaration, creativity, and spirit of one of the most influential activities in the world by blowing off all other obligations to go skateboarding!
Skateboarders everywhere will hold fundraisers, contests, protests, demo’s, they’ll skate across cities, gather in skateparks, stream into their local skate shop and some will even revel in the solitary act of skateboarding alone, all bringing together the skateboarding community in the grind heard around the world.
For more information go to:
http://www.goskateboardingday.org/index.asp
Watch the video of previous years events at:
http://www.goskateboardingday.org/video.asp
SOUTHPORT-SKATEPARK-PROJECT
'skateboarding BY skateboarders FOR skateboarders'
Southport Kidney Fund
Posted by Administrator on June 7, 2007 2:47 PM
Southport Kidney Fund
Registered Charity No 510320
Contact Pamela Carr
Email southportkidneyfund@yahoo.co.uk
Telephone 01704 220951
Address 51 Ferryside Lane, Southport, PR9 9FJ
About us
The aim of the Southport Kidney Fund is to give assistance to local kidney patients to make their difficult lives more confortable.
Many of our helpers have a personal knowledge of the strain and anxiety caused by kidney disease.
We support Mersey Kidney Research. We give grants to patients and we also have a team of volunteer drivers who take patients to and from clinic.
Final meeting of the season for the Southport and District Support Group of the National Osteoporosis Society
Posted by Support Group of The National Osteoporosis Societ on June 7, 2007 12:05 PM
Dr Mashood Siddiqi from Aintree Hospital was the speaker at the last meeting of the current season of our osteoporosis group.
An expert in the field of bone disease he provided many useful statistics about the decrease in bone density and which people might be more prone to it - not forgetting that men as well as women suffer from osteoporosis.
Members questioned him about the latest drugs and also how to get onto his list!
Anyone seeking urgent information over the summer can ring our chairman, Christine Rostron on 01704 575102 or the national nurse helpline on 01761 472721. We hope to post details of any new treatments and advice as and when the local group receives them.
Merseybeat Appeal
Posted by Administrator on June 5, 2007 10:38 AM
Merseybeat Appeal
Contact Carol Kirkham
Website www.ctc.nhs.uk
Email carol.kirkham@ctc.nhs.uk
Telephone 0151 293 2226
Fax 0151 600 1862
Address
Merseybeat Appeal, Liverpool Cardiothoracic NHS Trust, Thomas Drive, Liverpool, L14 3PE
About us
The Formby Friends Group was established by Colette McMenamin in December 1999 with the support of £40 funding from her husband. Colettes husband, Gerry, was treated at the Cardiothoracic Centre (CTC) by Dr Ramsdale.
Continue reading "Merseybeat Appeal"
Plaza Community Cinema
Posted by Administrator on June 5, 2007 10:24 AM
Plaza Community Cinema
Website www.plazacinema.org.uk
Email manager@plazacinema.org.uk
Telephone 0151 474 4076
Fax 0151 474 1187
Address 13 Crosby Road North, Waterloo, L22 0LD
About us
The Plaza Community Cinema is a Social Enterprise and a Registered Charity that shows mainstream films and generates income to fund education projects in schools and community projects across Sefton.
Continue reading "Plaza Community Cinema"
St. John's Church, Birkdale
Posted by Administrator on June 5, 2007 10:15 AM
St. John's Church, Birkdale
Contact Vicar: The Rev. Philip Caton
Website www.stjohnschurchbirkdale.co.uk
Email vicar@stjohnschurchbirkdale.co.uk
Telephone 01704 568318
Address St Johns Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4JP
About us
We are a Church of England Parish Church. Everyone is welcome to our servies - residents or visitors. For more details about us and news of what is going on please visit our website or contact Philip our vicar.
Team Get Packing for Community Cause
Posted by The Prince's Trust on June 5, 2007 10:11 AM
Young People from Southport got busy bag packing to raise funds to improve their community this week. It was all just a part of the twelve week challenge they face completing The Prince’s Trust Team in conjunction with Southport Fire Service.
As part of the twelve week programme the 16 – 25 year olds taking part choose a group, cause or project in the community to support and are currently looking at three different projects before deciding which to dedicate funds, manpower and passion to completing.
The Team along with Assistant Team Leader Anna Doherty raised an amazing £450 for their efforts and know that this will really make a difference to whichever community group they decide to support.
Anna said: “The whole of Southport Team 7 would like to thank the staff and customers of Morrison’s whose generous support and encouragement made the event a real pleasure. Team makes a real difference to people’s lives and the money raised will too.�

The next Team programme in Southport will commence in September and places will be available for unemployed 16 – 25 year olds who want to take part in an amazing adventure and change their outlook on life forever.
More information about Team can be found out online at www.princes-trust.org.uk or by contacting Anna Doherty or Team Leader Tony Canavan at Southport Team direct 01704 516 410.
Southport Shopmobility
Posted by Administrator on June 5, 2007 9:45 AM
Southport Shopmobility
Contact John Driffill or Angie Tregent
Website southportshopmobility.co.uk
Email southportshopmobility@btopenworld.com
Telephone 01704 546654
Fax 01704 501506
Address Southport Shopmobility, Tulketh Street, Southport, PR8 1AN
About us
We are a registered charity, part of The Sefton Carers Centre. We hire out mobility scooters and wheelchairs to people with limited mobility to enable them to access the facilities of the town centre.
Merseybeat Garden Trail
Posted by Formby Friends of the Merseybeat Appeal on June 4, 2007 9:18 AM
The Formby Friends organize an annual Garden Trail around Formby and this year it is on Sunday 15th July. There are many gardens to stroll around and view along with two allotments.
Tickets are £5.00 (children free) available from Pritchards Book Shop and at the Luncheon Club. Rosemary Lane, Formby on the day from 11am. Maps and details of all the gardens will also be available on 15th July.
Included in the ticket price is a cream tea - sponsored by Waitrose - and served at the Luncheon Club from 1-5pm.
A gentle way to spend a Sunday afternoon and support the Merseybeat Appeal which raises money for research into and the treatment of heart disease at the Cardiothoracic Centre, Broadgreen, Liverpool.
Do come along and view the beautiful gardens!
Concert
Posted by Southport Lyric Society on June 3, 2007 5:06 PM
Don't miss it!
The Southport Lyric Singers Annual Concert in aid of a local Charity on Friday 8th June 7.30pm at Lord Street West Church.
We are supporting CHICS the Children's Cancer Charity based at Alder Hey.
Tickets cost £4 (Children 12 and under FREE) and are available in advance from members of the Lyrics (Tel 01704 227017) or on the door. Refreshments are included and there will be a raffle.
We have chosen a very varied programme including a selection from Les Miserables and items from South Pacific plus several Walt Disney pieces. So it is a concert suitable for all ages.
The Conductor is Edna Woodward, accompanists Margaret Prew and Marjorie Jewell and the comperes Dorothy H.Hughes and Helen Bennett.
Please come along and support this very worthwhile cause.
COUNCIL TAKES LEGAL ACTION AGAINST SKATEBOARDERS
Posted by Southport-Skate-Park-Project on June 2, 2007 4:55 PM
Following complaints by members of the public over various dates in February 2007, Sefton Council are in the process of issuing legal proceedings against seven skateboarders, all under the age of 18, for breach of the bylaw act which prevents skateboarding in Princess Diana Gardens and three other designated areas of the town.
The ’anti-skating’ bye-law came into operation in Southport on 28th October 2005, however, few people have actually seen the written article. In the interests of fully informing skaters and other interested parties about the bye-law, SOUTHPORT-SKATEPARK-PROJECT presents the key points.
The bye-law prohibits skateboarding, in-line skating and BMX biking in 4 designated areas:
1) Princess Diana Gardens (Town Gardens)
2) The Bandstand
3) Southport Pier
4) The Pier Forecourt.
Outside of these areas these activities are prohibited on any footway or carriageway if they cause a danger or annoyance to other highway users. The newly pedestrianised Chapel Street fits the description of Public Highway, therefore the bye-law applies there also.
QUOTES FROM THE BYE-LAW
“No person shall skate, slide or ride on rollers, skateboards or other self-propelled vehicles in the designated areas except where authorized to do so by the owner of the land�
“Outside the designated areas, no person shall skate, slide or ride on rollers, skateboards or any other self-propelled vehicles on any footway or carriageway in such a manner as to cause danger or give reasonable grounds for annoyance to other persons using the footway or carriageway.�
Southport-Skatepark-Project’s policy on the bye-law is clear. We support the bye-law and actively encourage skaters/BMXers NOT to skate/ride in the designated areas in order to win the support of the Council and members of the public for improved skatepark facilities in the town. Outside of the designated areas we ask skaters/riders to act sensibly, responsibly, within the law, and with the safety of themselves and members of the public in mind.
Southport-Skatepark-Project has posted the FULL text of the anti-skating bye-law on the Southport Skateboarders Forum at www.solidsurf.co.uk
Formby First Team Receive Trophy at AGM
Posted by Formby Chess Club on June 1, 2007 7:20 PM
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Bob Platt collected the Second Division Trophy at the club's recent Annual General Meeting.
The club were sad to lose Dave Cotterell as Treasurer, but Edward Patten has agreed to try and step into his shoes.
It was also pleasing to note that Mike Haslinger collected the second Grandmaster Norm certificate for his son, Stewart, the strongest player registered to a Merseyside League club (Formby). Stewart needs one more norm to receive the prestigious Grandmaster title.
Bob Platt also received the trophy for his recent championship win.
Jospice Lottery Winners 1st June
Posted by Jospice Lottery on June 1, 2007 11:36 AM
The three main lucky prize winners in this week's lottery are:
Mr Dave Turner £1000 Waterloo
Mrs B McKee £250 Waterloo
Mr Malcolm Molloy £100 Wigan
Congratulations!
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