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CHARITY CONCERT: will be held on Friday, February 15 at 7pm at St Peters Church, Penrhosgarnedd. An evening of musical entertainment from Tenovus Sing With Us Bangor Choir. Special guests Kiefer Jones, Hannah Willwood and Endaf Jones. Tickets £5 (include cheese and wine) available on the door or more information call Sheila Owen on 01248355547. Proceeds to be shared between Tenovus Cancer Care and St Peter’s Church.

BEAUMARIS

OASIS CHURCH: Oasis Church in Margaret St welcomes you to the all age service at 10.30am each Sunday morning. The music is lively and you will hear teaching from the Bible made relevant to contemporary life situations. Contact the minister Philip Evans 07881504670 or email office@ociministries.com

TEA DANCE: Last Sunday of every month at the Bulkeley Hotel at 2.30pm to raise money for Ovarian Cancer Research at Ysbyty Gwynedd. Admission £2.50. Contact the hotel or ring 01248 723223.

BEAUMARIS PIONEERS: Walking group meets every Wed at 2pm in the Iorwerth Rowlands Centre, Steeple Lane. It walks for an hour in the surrounding area, followed by light refreshments at the Centre; Contact the Centre 01248-811508 to register an interest and obtain details.

YOGA: With Kath Turner. Wednesday 8-9.30pm at the Iorwerth Rowlands Centre Gentle yoga for the young at Heart with Kath Turner 10-11.30am at Beaumaris Leisure Centre. www.kathturneryoga.com or email kathryn.turner4@btinternet.com or phone 01248 750029

DRU YOGA CLASSES: Beginners welcome - try your first class for free! Weds 9.30-11am (term based). Bulkeley Hotel, 19 Castle St. Contact: 01248 602900 Ext 223 or christiane@druworldwide.com.

WATERCOLOUR AND PASTEL: course on Weds 1-4pm every week. No experience necessary, take inspiration from the landscape and learn about the use of colour and wash. Silk painting sessions/ glass painting workshops also available Thurs and Fridays 10.30-4.30 All ages and abilities catered for including children. Learn to paint scarves pictures, cards, sun catchers and much more, relaxing and fun. All workshops/courses running at the H’Artworks Gallery 6 Church St, in the Forum. For information ring 01248 812045 or e-mail hartworks@btinternet.com.

SINGING FOR PLEASURE: meets in the Iorwerth Rowlands Centre on Mondays from 10.30am-11.30am followed by refreshments.

YOGA: Come along for a gentle class, and feel the difference. Mondays, 1-2.30pm, Beaumaris Leisure Centre. Contact Katie on 07717 661717.

ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: The lunch club meets at the Beaumaris Leisure Centre every Tuesday. Register before attending by phoning Nicola Collins on 01248 661915.

BRIDGE: Beaumaris Duplicate Bridge Club holds two sessions a week at the David Hughes Centre. Mons at 9.20am, Gentle Duplicate session and Thurs at 6.50pm, Standard Duplicate catering for the average club player. More details from Bob or Gay Young on 01248 810057 or the website: beaumarisduplicatebridgeclub. org.uk. Also opportunity to play “Chicago” Bridge with the Castle Bridge Club on Mondays, 6.50pm in the Bulkeley Hotel, Castle St. Details from Rob Hughes 0n 01248 810970.

BEAUMARIS LOCAL HISTORY GROUP: If you are interested in local history why not join this friendly and informal group? Meet every Tuesday 10.30-12.30 at the David Hughes Centre. Spring term until March 12. Subjects for this term include Discovering Old Welsh Houses; Beaumaris Lifeboat - Past & Present; The History of Penmaenmawr Quarry; Some Tudor Acts of Parliament; and a visit to Plas Rhianfa. £25 per term or £4 per week to include tea/ coffee and biscuits. For more information just email jillanker@yahoo.co.uk or phone 01248 712335 or 07811 351271 or just come along on the day and join in.

BENLLECH

ST ANDREW’S CHURCH SERVICES: Sundays at 11am, 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sunday Holy Communion. On the 4th Sunday a shorter all age service followed by tea and coffee. Fridays at 10am Holy Communion. Also each Tues at 10am the church hall is open for tea and coffee.

ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Lunch Club, Waun Dirion, Every Tuesday 11.45am. Register before attending by phoning Nicola Collins on 01248 661915.

FRIENDS IN HARMONY: A well established Barbershop chorus will entertain guests at your party, charity event or function. For details visit www. friendsinharmony.org.uk. Gentlemen, Friends in Harmony are also looking for new members. To join the chorus on the risers, just turn up and have a go at the ex-Servicemens Hall, on a Monday at 7.30pm. Contact Bernard on 01248 410448.

TAI CHI: 1pm-2.15pm, Every Friday in Benllech Community & Ex-Servicemen’s Hall. Session: £4 club members/£5 non-members. Tutor: Lindsay Meek on behalf of Clwb Benllech 50+ Club. Gentle Exercise, Helps Co-ordination, Aids Circulation, Improves Mobility and Balance. Suitable for all ages and abilities for both men and women. For a placement, contact: Marilyn Tel: 01248 853207, or Lindsay Tel: 01286 870353 / Mob: 07854 438013.

BENLLECH 50+: Meet every Thursday in the Benllech Community Hall (situated behind Tesco) 2pm-4pm. Happy, friendly club and always welcome new members any time of the year, gentlemen as well as ladies! We offer a different activity every week, from talks, slideshows, informative information, luncheon club to coach trips, musical afternoons and gardening afternoons. Bingo, Quizzes etc. February 7 Games afternoon. February 14 Quiz. Non members welcome.

BETHESDA

GUIDING: Brownie unit. Contact Pat Gadd on 01248 601868.

DRU YOGA CLASSES: Thursdays 6.15-7.45pm. Cost/class: £7. At Dru Centre, Nant Ffrancon, Bethesda. Contact: 01248 602900, christiane@druworldwide.com, www.druyoga.com.

MARCHNAD OGWEN (MARKET): will be held at Neuadd Ogwen, Bethesda on Saturday, February 9 from 9.30am-1pm. Many food and craft stalls. The Charity Stall this month is Eglwys Glanogwen Church. Free entry and a warm welcome. Croeso cynnes. Full details on www. marchnadogwen.co.uk and facebook.

BODEDERN

EGLWYS ST EDERN CHURCH: Monthly services. 2nd Sun, 9.30am Holy Communion English. 4th Sunday, 9.30am Offeren Cymraeg.

BODORGAN

COMMUNITY BINGO: In Bodorgan Community Centre every Thursday doors open at 6.30, for 8pm eyes down. All proceeds to the school.

ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Lunch Club at Ysgol Gynradd Bodorgan, every other Tuesday during term time. If you would like to attend the lunch clubs or volunteer as a helper, register before attending by phoning Nicola Collins on 01248 661915.

CEMAES BAY

TABLE TENNIS: Cemaes Bay Table Tennis Social Club is a small group, who meet on a Tuesday between 7.30pm-9.30pm at Cemaes Bay village hall. There are three tables and all equipment is provided. Each session costs £2 which includes tea/coffee during the break. New players to the game are very welcome. Call Rachel on 01407 710893.

EXERCISE FOR LIVING: classes at Cemaes Bay Village Hall. One hour weekly classes, fun and easy to follow. Suitable for any age, improves and maintains a healthy heart, strengthens balance and co-ordination. Held every Monday morning at Cemaes Bay village hall between 9.45am and 10.45am. £3 per person.

DULAS

EGLWYS SANTES GWENLLWYFO: Chwefror 10, 4yp Cymun Bendigaid.

DWYRAN

BINGO: on Wednesdays 7pm in Yr Hen Fecws/Old Bakehouse.

COFFEE MORNING: every Friday at 10.30am in Yr Hen Fecws/The old Bakehouse. Sgwrs a phanad. Meet friend sand neighbours, make new friends over a cuppa and chat.

FRIDAY FILMS: 1st and 3rd Fridays each month. Doors open at 6.45 for a cuppa and films start at 7pm. Enjoy watchng a variety of recent release and award winning films in a cosy atmosphere. Suggested donation of £3. Further details and to be on a mailing list contact Elaine on elaine.yoga@ tiscali.co.uk or ring 01248 430147.

RIDING FOR THE DISABLED: Volunteers are needed at Anglesey Riding for the Disabled at the Wednesday morning riding sessions between 9.30 and 1.30pm at Anglesey Riding Centre in Dwyran. Volunteers are also wanted at the new carriage driving sessions on Tuesdays between 10am and 2pm at City Dulas. Travel costs will be paid. This is a real opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives and you will be made welcome when you join the existing friendly teams. Contact Terry Plank on 01248 430533 or email terry@dwyran.com for more information.

GAERWEN

ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH: Every Wednesday Eucharist service in the Cabin at 10.30am followed by Tea and Coffee. 1st Sunday Morning Prayer service at 10am. 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sundays Eucharist service at 10am. Last Tuesday of each month Mother’s Union meeting in the Cabin at 1.30pm followed by Tea and Coffee.

ROCK AND ROLL JIVE CLASSES: every Thursday 8pm at Cymdeithas Hamdden Esceifiog, Arwel, Holyhead Road, Gaerwen (Gaerwen Village Hall). Single person £5, couples £8, tea, coffee or squash included. Contact Michelle on 07841 904286 or Malcolm on 01248 450451 for further details, or see Facebook page Anglesey Rock n Roll Club.

GWALCHMAI

ANGLSEY DISABILITY ACCESS GROUP: Meets at 1pm first Thursday every two months, at Tarian Offices, Canolfan Byron, Gwalchmai, LL65 4RJ. Tel 01407 721956.

HOLYHEAD

ST CYBI’S CHURCH: Sun, Feb 10 at 11am Holy Communion. Wed, Feb 13 at 10.30am Said Eucharist.

ST DAVID’S CHURCH: Sunday, Feb 10 at 9.15am Holy Communion.

ENGLISH METHODIST CHURCH: Meets at St David’s, Morawelon at 11am on Sundays.

ELIM PENTECOSTAL CHURCH: Sunday 10.30am. Home groups/Mini Rockers parents and toddlers/Prayer meeting/The Gap (Youth programme). Contact www. elimholyhead.com, tel 01407 238101.

SPIRITUALISTS: Holyhead Spiritualists Association - meetings held at Llaingoch Community Centre every Thursday at 7pm.

BAPTISTS: Holyhead English Baptist Chapel (next to Town hall). Sunday services 10.30am with Junior Church and 6pm. Ladies meeting fortnightly on Thursday at 2pm. See Facebook or contact www.holyheadbaptist.co.uk or 01407 749004.

QUAKERS: Local Quaker meetings for worship are held at the Ucheldre Centre on the second and fourth Sunday of every month. Contact 01407 763070. For info, visit www.crynwyrcymru.org.uk and www.northwalesquakers.org.uk

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION: Holyhead Branch, now meets at the Community Centre, Kingsland the first Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm. No longer do you have to be a member of the Royal British Legion or a member of any of our Armed Forces to join in any of the functions; you will always be welcome. Ring Dianne Preston on 07935972571 to be put on the mailing list to be kept informed about future events.

PHYSICALLY DISABLED: Meets in Kingsland Community Centre, opposite Kingsland Primary School. It invites anyone with a disability to join. On the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 2.30-4.30pm. Transport available. Ring 01407 760326 for details. This is a happy club with plenty going on such as quizzes, games, talks, demos, trips out for meals, and afternoon tea and a chat. Do get in touch. You will be welcome at this happy and friendly club.

A TEAM CHARITY SHOP: in Boston Street are looking for good quality furniture, men’s/ladies clothing, bric-a-brac, bedding, prams and cots. For collection phone Rose on 07872901281 or 07972673853.

PARKINSON’S: Join Holyhead and District Parkinsons Support Group for laughter and chats at Boston Centre Stage, Boston St: 2pm-4pm; every 3rd Thursday in the month; easy access from nearby car park. Dates are: Feb 21/ March 21/ April 18/ May 16/ June 20. New members and carers always welcome. This small, friendly group provides tea or coffee and cake, as well as information on how to manage and improve your condition. As well as interesting speakers on various topics, members enjoy coach trips and meals out together. Ring Gordon 860700 or email: patriciahughes2017@gmail.com for more details. LONDON ROAD CENTRE: Continues to offer the usual service of Meals On wheels, Room hire, Early Bird Breakfast and friendly Cafe. Why not call in say Hello meet the staff and enjoy a meal, snack or just a Coffee. Project Lydia continues its services in the Centre as does WOW Training. Call 760607 for information. Air Training Corps: (ATC) Parade times 7pm-9.30pm Mondays and Thursdays at Maeshyfryd Rd, Holyhead. Tel 01407 769931, 12-18 yrs. Why not come and check it out - welcome.

ANGLESEY FOOD BANK: Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11am-3pm at the Elim Church, Longford Rd. Holyhead Cancer Support Group: Is a registered charity set up to offer support to those who are suffering or recovering from Cancer. Meetings take place at the Penucheldre Centre in Millbank in Holyhead on Weds, 11am-3.30pm. Variety of activities and therapies are offered in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. Transport can be arranged to bring people to and from the venue by prior arrangement. The group has outings to places of interest during the spring and summer. For more information on the group ring 01407 860794 in the evenings.

COMMUNITIES FIRST OUTREACH: Monday 9.15am-2pm Drop in service/CF Offices.

GATEWAY: Holyhead Gateway Club meets on Saturdays at Gwelfor Community Centre, between 10am and noon.

YOGA: Tuesdays at 10.30am, yoga class at Holyhead Sports Centre under Roseanne Preston, qualified tutor. Also Tai Chi on Mondays at 7pm. For details ring 01407 769517 or 07759105504.

HEAR TO HELP: Free minor repairs to NHS hearing aids, battery supply, re-tubing & advice at the NHS Volunteer Community Service Drop In. Third Thursday each month. 1-3pm at the Gwelfor Community Centre.

ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Seeks new volunteers to help with its Community Transport, Good Neighbours and Positive Steps services in Gwynedd and Ynys Mon. If you have a few spare hours a week and would like to make a difference in someone’s life, the RVS would like to hear from you. Contact Gwenda Hughes on 01248 661915 or Gwenda.hughes@ royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk.

MICHAEL’S SHOP: 79A Market Street, Holyhead. A charity shop fundraising for various charities. Opening times, 8.30am-10.30am Mon-Fri, and 11.15am-4.30pm Mon-Wed, and Fri, Thurs 11.15-1pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Michael Kitt is looking for used and new postage stamps, plus postcards as he is fundraising for the Bone Cancer charity. Pelase send stamps/postcards to Mr Michael Kitt, 2 Bodlondeb Terrace, Kingsland Road, Holyhead LL65 2LS, or to Michael’s Shop, 79A Market Street, Holyhead, LL65 1UW.

OVER 60?: And wondering what to do on a Monday? Then why not come along to the Lunch Club at Gwelfor Community Centre Holyhead between 11.30 and 1.15pm. Catch-up with old friends or make new ones, whilst enjoying a delicious, healthy and well balanced three course meal followed by tea or coffee and all for only £6.50. Consideration is always given to anyone who has to follow a special diet. For further information contact Veronica Huband on 01407 763559 or e-mail veronica@morlo.co.uk.

LLAINGOCH SHOW: Will be on Saturday, August 17. Photography classesz are announced as Landscape, seascape, Anglesey views, wildlife and wild flowers, any other subjects. contact 01407 763265 (Ann).

MONDAY ART GROUP: Will hold its first exhibition at the Ucheldre Centre in Holyhead. This is a group of 18 artists from all over Anglesey, who meet weekly in Trearddur Bay. There will be a mixture of paintings, drawings and sculpture at the exhibition covering a wide range of subjects. The exhibition runs until on March 10.

HOLYHEAD AUTUMN ACTIVITIES: Friday, March 1, Holyhead Conservative Club - St David’s Day Celebrations Buffet & Entertainment £5. Friday, April 26 Mill Hotel Canal Boat Dinner £22.50, £10 deps limited spaces 1st come 1st served. Planning 3 days Elgin Hotel Blackpool Michael Buble /Celine Dion Tribute weekend £191 Dinner/b&b subject to popularity £50 deps. Transport TBA Any suggestions for Day trips etc please let Joyce or Pauline know. Contact Joyce 764020 or Pauline 760975.

SOCIAL EVENING: And sing along at Holyhead Hotspurs Football club, Thursday February 7, 7pm-9.30pm. Free entry. An opportunity for family and friends to join with loved ones, especially those with dementia and Alzheimer’s, in an evening of memories and song. The evening is hosted by the Co-op as part of their Member Pioneer initiative, Further details from Jeff Evans on 01407 760556, mob 0754 2716756, email jmevans1950@ yahooo.com. It is advised that contact is made to establish interest and for seating arrangements.

ENTERTAINMENT AT HOLYHEAD HOTSPUR: Some top class shows coming up, please book early, Friday, March 15 FLUX, Rum & Peroxide & Jac Ellis Roberts. Easter Saturday April 20 - Fantastic Gladys Knight Tribute Show. Saturday, April 27 “Almost Pink” takes to the stage. Friday, May 3 - the brilliant return of “Just John & Paul Duo”... and Bank Holiday, May 25 “Pure Whitney” performs live .... for info Davey 0789 984 0968.

HOLYHEAD HOTSPUR LOTTO: This weeks winning numbers are: 4, 7, 18. This weeks winning was Liz Café care of Mike Bach. Next week’s jackpot will be £250.

LLAINGOCH

BOWLING: Community Bowling every Friday at Llaingoch Community Hall from 2pm-4pm.

LLANDEGFAN

ST TEGFAN’S CHURCH: Sunday February 10 - Bilingual Family Service at 9.30am. Welsh Holy Eucharist at 5pm. A Bible Study group “Food for Thought” will be held at the Parish Hall between 11.30am and 1pm on Thursday February 7 and 21.

LLANDYFRYDOG

EGLWYS: Chwefror 17, 2.15yp Cymun Bendigaid.

LLANEDWEN

ST EDWEN’S CHURCH: Services in the candlelit Church every Sunday at 11.30am.

LLANEILIAN

ST EILIAN’S CHURCH: Sunday, February 10, 9.30am. Holy Communion.

LLANEILIAN WI: Meets on the second Monday at its own WI Hall in Llaneilian) at 2pm. Llanerchymedd WI ladies have now joined, which is fantastic! This month, February 11, the Speaker is Pauline Kenyon, giving a talk/advice about Creative Writing. The January meeting was an excellent start to the year, a very positive afternoon!

LLANFAELOG

ST MAELOG’S CHURCH: Bilingual Eucharist on Sundays at 10.30am and a mid-week celebration on Wednesdays at 11am. Visitors always welcome. All baptised Christians are welcome to receive the Communion.

BINGO: Every Friday night at the community hall, doors open 6.45pm. Eyes down 8pm. Everybody welcome.

DOG TRAINING: Llanfaelog Village Hall. Classes for you & your dog from 10 weeks to Old Age. Pedigree or Crossbreed. It is never too late to train your dog but the sooner you start, the easier it will be. The Garregddu Academy (Canine education centre Anglesey) is Kennel Club registered & operates with qualified instructors in Canine Education. Further details: Tel. 01407 810936.

LLANFAIR PG

EGLWYS Y SANTES FAIR: Sunday, Febr 10, 10am, Bilingual Holy Eucharist. Mon, Feb 11, 5.30-6.30pm, Rainbows; 7-8.30pm, Guides, Church Hall. Tues, Feb 12, Brownies and Rangers, Church Hall. Wed, Feb 13, 10am, Bilingual Communion Service in Church Hall, followed by refreshments and a chat; 7.30pm, Congregational Meeting, Church Hall. Thurs, Feb 14, 9.30-10.30am, Soft Play, Church Hall; 2-4pm, TLC; 7.30-9pm, Bible Sharing, The Rectory. Friday, February 15, 5.15-6.15pm, Beavers; 6.30-7.30pm, Cub Scouts; 7-9pm, Scouts, Church Hall.