LALESTON, BRYNTIRION, CEFN GLAS & BROADLANDS
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Laleston Gardening Club: The funeral service of Hugh Worgan took place on Wednesday, March 8 at Bethel Baptist Church, Laleston followed by cremation at Coychurch Crematorium.
Such was the popularity and respect for Hugh that both Bethel and the crematorium were filled to capacity.
He was a man of strong Christian beliefs who had made a massive contribution to the life of the Baptist Church and the officiating minister, Pastor Jim Grindell spoke warmly of the man who was loved by all who had been privileged to know him.
Hugh was the husband of Margaret, the President of Laleston Gardening Club and together they have done so much to further the interests of a club that has occupied so much of their time.
Hugh would support Margaret when she organised so many of the club’s activities, such as the summer coach trips and various functions throughout the year and he would regularly be seen at Cliff Cottage with his tool box sorting out some problem that others had failed to solve.
Nothing was too much trouble for him and he will be missed in so many ways.
It is reassuring for Margaret to know that she has so many wonderful friends to support her in Mayfield Avenue and the Gardening Club will always be a source of comfort for her.
Plans are continuing to be made for the 5th Annual Plant Sale and Coffee Morning to be held on Saturday, May 6.
Sian James and Dennis Roberts are organising the cultivation of a whole range of flower and vegetable plants from seed and plugs and a number of members’ glass houses are being used in various locations.
It is a huge commitment in time and effort by Sian and Dennis and it is only fair to mention the support of their better halves Alan and Judith respectively.
Many improvements have taken place at Cliff Cottage in rescent times but there is still more to be done and it is for this reason for events such as plant sales and coffee mornings such as plants sales and coffee mornings are organised in order to raise the money necessary to fund such projects.
Sun Credit, Bavo and Laleston Community Council have been generous with providing great support in the past but the club have the primary responsibility to raise the money needed.
The club have not only raised money for their own purpose but a plaque in Cliff Cottage acknowledges the fact that the ladies’ section has raised more than £10,000 for the Macmillan cancer charity by supporting the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning event which is held annually in October.
Members should be aware that the show schedules for the Annual Show in September are now available and can be collected from the club.
The club’s not-forproft shop (The Cabin) is open between 10am12noon on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Swimming Gala: The Charity Swimming Gala of Bridgend Lions will be held at Ynysawdre Pool on Sunday, May 7. To discuss sponsorship contact Tony Gatesat: tony.gates@ bridgendlions.org.uk or call 01656 651 224.
Lions Book Sale: Dates are Friday April 7; Saturday April 8; and Sunday April 9. Donations can be delivered to Westward Community Centre, Cefn Glas (opp shops) any Sunday between 10.30am and 11.30am.
Laleston WI: The March meeting was opened by Vice President Barbara Rees who welcomed everyone and the Minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.
Barbara welcomed Debra John who entertained us with a very poignant monologue on War World I for which a vote of thanks was given by Jackie Hariss. The competition for a WWI item was won by Connie Jones and the raffle by Christine Rees.
The luncheon club was held on March 14 at Poco Poco, arranged by Diane Thomas and the book club was held at Bridgend Library on March 21.
The meeting ended with the singing of the Welsh national anthem.
The WI’s next meeting will be held on the April 6 at 7.15 pm at the Blandy Hall, Laleston when the guest speaker, Malcolm Cowpar will talk on the History of WWII and Bridgend People. The competition will be a Bridgend WWII photograph.
Call Diane Marshall on 01656 656600.
Get Well Soon: Best Wishes from family and friends to Jan Raz-Nick, of Cefn Glas, for a speedy recovery after his recent operation at Singleton Hospital, Swansea.
Church News: The current round of scheduled meetings is as follows:
The Annual Vestry Meeting for All Saints, Pen-y-Fai has been set for Sunday, April 2 either within or immediately after the 10am service. The date for the Laleston & Merthyr Mawr meeting will be agreed in Monday’s PCC meeting and advised next week.
Local Services: Lent programme 2017
Devotional Compline (A Lenten Journey around the churches in our Benefice including short reflections from key moments in Jesus’ ministry. Duration around 20-30 minutes.)
Monday, March 27, from 7pm. All Saints, Peny-Fai - The Centurion.
Monday, April 3. 7pm. St David’s, Laleston - Zaccheus.
Monday, April 10. 7pm. St Teilo’s, Merthyr Mawr - Lazarus.
Thursday evening Lent Course at St Mary’s Church, Nolton, with Bishop David: Upping our Game. A five part Lent course built around the five marks of evangelism in the modern Church.
Each session begins at 7.30pm in St Mary’s and includes a 20 minute talk from Bishop David plus refreshments and a 20 minute Q&A session.
More details are available on separate leaflets in all our Churches.
Charity Bus Trip: Manuela Hiett is organising a charity bus trip to Exeter on Saturday, April 8, in order to raise funds for The Bridge. The cost is £17. Contact Manuela on 07505 530 567 or email: manuelahiett@aol.com for more information.
Welcome To Ruby: A pretty little Cavapoo from Pembroke arrived at her new home in Heol y Bardd last week. She is three months old and at the moment is not fussy on walking far but enjoys leaping about in the garden just like a newborn lamb. Ruby is sure to have a wonderful life with loving owners Lyn and Paul. Maesteg and Sainsburys Sarn. Contact Suzanne Talbot on 01656 739644 or Claire on 01656 739562 or 01656 733 312.
Welsh Young Singer: The prestigious Dunraven Welsh Young Singer of the Year final will be held at Maesteg Town Hall this coming Saturday, on March 25 at 6.30pm (doors open 5.45pm).
Dennis O’Neill, the world-renowned tenor has pledged his support. Beverly Humphreys, our Vice President, will compere the event.
We are delighted to welcome back one of the competition’s Vice-Presidents in the World Class – soprano Rebecca Evans. Gary Griffiths is also returning and for the first time we are over the moon to be able to welcome David Jackson – director of the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World.
Spring Craft Fayre: Organised by local crafters on Saturday, April 1, from 10am2pm at the Pavilion in Maesteg Welfare Park. All proceeds will go towards the inclusive playground project.
Ukulele Club: Maesteg Ukulele Club meet every Monday at The Cross Inn, Cwmfelin from 7.30pm.
Contact Shaun on 07747 425035 or shaun@ maestegukulele.club.
History Society: The Llynfi Valley Historical Society is at 7pm on the first Tuesday of each month at their new venue of St David’s Church (opposite Asda). Meet next on April 4.
Cyngerdd/Concert: Maesteg Children’s Choir together with Ysgol Cynwyd Sant present an evening of joyful music on Wednesday, April 5, at St David’s Church (opposite Asda) at 7pm. Joining them will be soloists from YGG Langynwyd.
Tickets cost £4 from the choirs (or pay at the door) and all proceeds go towards the eisteddfod.
Rambling Along: Maesteg Ramblers will meet this coming Sunday at 9am for the Ewenny Priory walk.
Call 07983 970179 or visit the website at www. maestegramblers. All welcome, but you walk at your own risk.
Bingo Nights: Held at Nanty Miners’ Institute on a Monday and Thursday from 7.15pm (the Saturday Bingo has been suspended). As well as bingo, there are refreshments.
Table Tennis: Llynfi Valley Table Tennis is open Fridays from 6.30pm-9pm, at Maesteg Sports Centre.
Admission is £3 for adults and £1 for children. Contact Peter Williams on 07956 608 581.
Maesteg & Llynfi Valley U3A: The monthly meeting is on Tuesday, March 28, when the speaker Mr Phil Treseder’s subject will be Running a Modern Day Museum. Visit our web site at www.maestegu3a. org for more details. from Paul Uppington or the Boys & Girls Club.
Club days and times are: Monday (club) 5.30pm-8.30pm. Tuesday (bingo) 6.30pm-7.30pm (doors open at 6pm). Wednesday (club) 5.30pm-8.30pm. Thursday (club) 5.30pm-8.30pm. Friday (bingo) 6.30pm7.30pm (doors open at 6). Sunday – Film Club (please see Facebook or poster at club for details).
Ladies’ Boxfit: The Nantymoel Armature Boxing Club meets every Monday and Wednesday for a Ladies Boxfit.
This is on the following nights from 6pm-7pm with a charge of £4 each.
The club is at Bethania Row, Ogmore Vale but the entrance is at the back on High Street opposite the Non Political Club.
Coffee Morning: Come along to Christchurch Chapel Corbett Street, Ogmore Vale, on Thursday, March 30, from 9.30am10.45am. Free admission. Proceeds to charity. All welcome.
Ladies’ Choir: Ogmore Valley Ladies Choir are looking for a pianist to accompany them. Practice nights are on Mondays at Canolfan Bethlehem, Commercial Street, Ogmore Vale. Starting at 7pm. £2, all welcome – over 18 years. Call 07989 751 617.
Blackmill Over 50s: Blackmill Over 50s meet at The Local Community Centre on Wednesdays at 7pm, new members welcome.
Nantymoel Knitters Class: Meet twice a week at Dinam Close on Tuesdays and Fridays, 10am12noon. New members welcome.
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