Events in the next few days
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In November, Santa took his elves on holiday to visit the amazing village of Storrington.
During their visit, Santa’s elves went shopping in the wonderful shops. To keep track of which shops they had visited they left their magical hats in the shop windows.
Santa needs your help to find all his elves’ hats before Christmas Eve! Search around the village and note the names of all the elves’ hats you find.
Once you have found as many as you can and listed their names on the back of the entry form, add your details on the front page and deliver to Carters Of Storrington, 13-15 West Street, RH20 4DZ before Wednesday 20th December, to be placed into a special prize draw.
DOWNLOAD THE ENTRY FORM
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Do you know, or should you be interested in, what issues and concerns local older people have?
Our next meeting is on the 1st December, 10am.
The meeting venue is at Age UK, Lavinia House, Dukes Square, Denne Road, Horsham RH12 1GZ if you would like to attend ‘in person’ or attend via Zoom. To reserve your place or request the Zoom joining information, please use our contact us page or email hdopforum@gmail.com
We have, as always, relevant and informative guest speakers:
Jeremy Quin, MP for Horsham
…and what is the government doing about it? Well, this is your opportunity to ask. Jeremy Quin is the Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office, so he knows what is going on in the heart of our government and will update us on the current political situation at home and abroad. He will only be with us for an hour or so, so please, if there is a question you’d like to put, then send it to us well before the meeting if possible.
Helen Rice, CEO of AGE UK
Helen will be there to talk to us about the State of Health and Care of Older People in 2023 and answer your concerns and questions.
Laura Robertson, Sussex NHS
Again, Laura will be giving us the latest update on our local NHS services, including what’s happening with vaccinations, GP surgeries, and hospitals, and to answer your questions and concerns. Laura is a much-valued part of our Forum meetings.
Phillip Mockett, HDC Community Link Alarms
Phillip will explain the latest on community link alarms that enable local residents to live independently and provide peace of mind for family and friends by bringing help at the press of a button.
And, of course, time for issues and concerns to be raised and discussed. Usually, there are those attending who often helpfully know the answers, i.e. local Councillors who care about local older peoples’ issues and healthcare professionals.
Our public meetings are always friendly and enjoyable. I’ve always learnt something.
I look forward to seeing you either in person or via Zoom.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
All meetings are free to attend: see future public meeting dates .
Martin Bruton
Chairman
Horsham District Older Peoples Forum
07840 966124
The Forum is working towards an ‘Age-Friendly’ and ‘Dementia Friendly’ Horsham.
The Horsham District Older Peoples Forum (HDOPF) is an independent, non-political, voluntary group that is free to attend and participate in. It acts as the ‘ears’ and gives a ‘voice’ to people aged 60 and over who reside in the Horsham District Council area or care for someone who is. The Forum exists for anyone to raise issues related to or affect local older people. The Forum holds quarterly public meetings within the district. We take action where possible on issues raised, i.e. take up with local councils or with a project; we also act as an information hub and consultative group for anyone seeking the views of older people in the district on particular plans, topics, or schemes that may affect older people. The Forum is pleased to circulate and publicise information and any events that may interest local older people or carers.
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“Shackleton – Man & Myths”
A Talk by Michael Smith
December 1st at 2.30 p.m. at Storrington Museum,
Old School, School Lane, Storrington RH20 4LL.
Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton (1874 – 1922) was an explorer who led three British expeditions to the Antarctic.
After the race to the South Pole ended in December 1911, with Roald Amundsen’s conquest, Shackleton turned his attention to the crossing of Antarctica from sea to sea, via the Pole. Disaster struck this expedition when its ship, Endurance, became trapped in pack ice and was slowly crushed before the shore parties could be landed. The crew escaped by camping on the sea ice until it disintegrated, then by launching the lifeboats to reach Elephant Island and ultimately South Georgia Island, a stormy ocean voyage of 720 nautical miles (1,330 km; 830 mi). The wreck of Endurance was discovered just over a century later.
Michael Smith is an author and journalist who specialises in the history of Polar exploration. He has written books on Polar history and lectured extensively.
Michael’s latest book is Shackleton – By Endurance We Conquer (2014).
Members £6. Non Members £8. All welcome
Teas & Coffees will be available after the talk.
No booking required
Registered Charity: 1084853
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Come and join us for a seasonal singalong, including all our Rhyme Time favourites with a festive twist! Suitable for families with children under 5 years.
Event Booking: No need to book – just drop in! Limited to 25 places.
Parents and carers must remain with their child during this activity.
Storrington Library
Ryecroft Lane, Storrington RH20 4PA
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Your detailed schedule for Saturday’s Storrington Family Festive Day event
Download the schedule to take with you
Free parking in the HDC car parks at Mill Lane (Waitrose) and North Street (Library) all day
NORTH STREET – Closed between High Street and Chapel 9am – 6pm
10.30am Library Singalong for families with children under 5 years (Approx 30mins) ((Limited Space))
12noon Sussex Folk Orchestra (Approx 45mins)
12.50pm – 1.20pm Village Hub Carollers
1.25pm – 1.50pm Chanctonbury District Girlguiding
1.55pm – 2.25pm Village Hub Carollers
2.30pm West Chiltington Silver Band (Approx 1hour 30mins)
Steam Engine at High St entrance to North St
Toddlers Fair Ground by The Chapel
Santa’s Grotto – Santa upstairs in The Village Hub, presents for children up to 8 years.
Other activities on North Street and Henry Adams Car Park
- The Chapel – various activities
- The Village Hub – various activities
- Elf Hat Trail Stall
- Brownies – various activities
- Henry Adams Car (guess the balloons) and Stall
- Lolly Sparkles stall
- Pizza Van by entrance to Henry Adams
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Come and Meet Santa, Mrs Claus and the cheeky elves! (Free Gift while Stocks last). We have free activities for Kids and Mince Pies for Adults!
Plenty of lovely gifts to buy and if you are feeling cold come and get a warm cup of coffee and heat up inside the Hub.
(Visits to Santa’s Grotto will be time ticketed and these will be available on the day to pick up.)
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Come and join us for Christmas stories, craft activities and more! Suitable for families with children aged 4+ years.
Event Booking: Tickets are free, but places are limited. Pre-booking is required. Book early with Storrington Library to avoid disappointment.
Parents and carers must remain with their child during this activity.
Storrington Library
Ryecroft Lane, Storrington RH20 4PA
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“Oppenheimer”
Tuesday 12th December
The next film, on Tuesday 12th December, will be “Oppenheimer”, The award- winning story of American scientist, J. Robert Oppenheimer, and his role in the development of the atomic bomb.
The showing commences at 7.00pm, at Sullington Hall, Thakeham Road, RH20 3PP.
The January film, on Wednesday 10th, will be “The Great Escaper”, starring Michael Caine.
Tickets are £5, and are available from the Card Shop in Storrington. Any unsold tickets will be available on the door, on the night.
There is a Bar and a Raffle during the interval.
Anyone requiring transport should contact John Ollerton 07523 322554.
For further information please contact Ken Collins 01903 740745.
Storrington Film Night is organised by the Rotary Club of Storrington & Pulborough District.
All proceeds go to charitable causes supported by Rotary. Registered Charity No. 1029115.
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The Village Hub Christmas Special is an evening of Carols, readings and musical pieces to get you in the Christmas spirit.
Entrance is free, drinks are available to purchase & delicious homemade nibbles are available with each drink. The shop will also be open for you to get your unique artisan Christmas gifts.
Please ask at The Village Hub to get your ticket and to reserve your space!
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Storrington’s Memory Moments Café is for people with memory problems and their care partner / family members.
This is an informal café with tea, coffee & cake… and a little fun and laughter with games, music, dance, crafts, talks and much more!
These events takes place on the 2nd Thursday of every month between 2.00 – 4.00pm at Ravenscroft Guide and Community Hall, Browns Lane, Storrington RH20 4LG.
The events are free to attend (with donations welcome towards the refreshments).
To book a place please call 01273 494300 or email info@knowdementia.co.uk
For more information about local support for dementia see www.knowdementia.co.uk
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