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(TN12 0NP) where you will be made very welcome. Programmes are available at Chasing Rainbows and Helen’s Coffee House in the High Street, and (of course) at 14 Pinnock Lane. Patients Participation Group: Recently there have been some really unpleasant statements made about our Health Centre and its staff on Facebook. If you have any complaints or criticisms about how you have been treated, either medically or administratively, please come along to the next PPG meeting and have your say – at 7.15pm this Wednesday (6th) evening in the Health Centre. The PPG provides an essential conduit for all registered patients at our Health Centre, to voice their concerns and grievances about the treatment and services they receive. To this end, quarterly meetings are held, which all patients of SHC are encouraged to attend. If you would like more information please contact the PPG Liaison group at greenacre@ madasafish.com Wrinkly Road Show: This touring show brings support and advice for the older generation to local communities, and this Tuesday it arrives here – in the Village Centre between 11am and 4pm. So come along if you need help or guidance in any of the following: legal, financial or accounting advice – benefit, adaptation or equipment advice – home care, nursing care or residential home advice – health and well-being advice – computer advice – utility bills – local information or just simply advice on fun things and clubs to do in your area. For more information check the website at wrinklyroadshow.com Lions Charity Success: Along with the Carnival & Fête Committee, the Lions would like to thank all the local businesses who advertised in the brochure, and everyone who was involved in making the event possible. The Lions carnival raffle raised a total of £608.00, which will be shared by Sobell Lodge (the Leonard Cheshire home in our village) and other local charities. The Lions would like to thank all the volunteers involved for organising the raffle, and everyone who bought tickets. The prizes were drawn by Emmy Wren, the daughter of one of the main sponsors, Doves Funerals. The Paddock Wood & Distirict Lions Club raises many thousands of pounds for local charities and good causes every year (including Santa’s Sleigh). If you would like to find out more about the Lions, please go to their website at paddockwoodlions.co.uk – or contact a Paulina Watson on 07950914580. The Lions would like to thank all the sponsors for their generosity in providing the prizes, and a full list of both winners and sponsors can be found on their website. Carnival and Fete: Despite the unpredictable weather our community came together to enjoy carnival day. Many of the local clubs and organisations which serve our community were represented, and many local businesses took the opportunity to show-case their products and services. The dog show proved to be a great success, with the local canine population coming out in force – so many thanks to Maidstone Borough Council for organising such a popular event. If anyone is interested in volunteering for any of our community events please make contact on the Staplehurst Carnival Facebook Page, via their website http://www.staplehurstvillage.org.uk/carnival_fete.aspx Meanwhile, here’s a huge ‘thank you’ to everyone in making this event such a success year after year. Correspondent: Claire Adams, Woodmancote, Rumstead Lane, Stockbury, ME9 7QL Tel: 01795 841140 foxgloveadams@ aol.com If you have an item concerning Stockbury, please contact the correspondent above. Correspondent: Eileen Riden Tel: 01622 844953 riden887@ btinternet.com Summer show: “Sutton Valence Gardeners’ Association Summer Show is on Sunday 3rd July in the Village Hall. The Show opens to the public at 2.15pm. There will be tea, homemade cakes and a raffle. If you wish to enter the Show, please contact Mrs. Pat Raffill, the Show Secretary on 01622 840193 before 7pm on Friday evening. Pat will need to know the classes you wish to enter. There are no entry fees and no penalties for last minute withdrawal. If necessary leave details of you entries on the answer phone with your phone number. e-mail david.raffill@ btinternet.com. Exhibits should be brought to the Village Hall after 9.15, the hall will close at 11.15 for judging; prizes will be presented at 4pm. Armed Forces Day: Armed Forces Day, was organised by the Chairman of the Sutton Valence and District Branch of the British Legion, Mike Fitzgerald, Sir Hugh Robertson opened the Ceremony which was very moving. Sutton Valence School Cadets did a excellent display despite the rain. The afternoon finished with a superb excellent tea in the Village Hall, everyone joining in the songs. Many thanks to Maureen Fitzgerald and all her helpers.” Correspondent: Ron Stubbs Tel: 01622 726962 If you have an item concerning Teston, please contact the correspondent above. Correspondent: Mike Brine Tel: 01732 845825 mbriney.yoda@ hotmail. com If you have an item concerning Thurnham, please contact the correspondent above. PARISH COUNCIL: The July meeting will take place on Monday, 4 July at the Tovil Community Centre, starting at 7.15pm. Prior to the formal meeting, at 7.00pm, there is the opportunity for residents to bring issues of concern to the attention of the parish council as well as receiving reports from the County Councillor, Brian Clark and the South Ward Councillors, Derek Mortimer and Paul Wilby as well as a report from the Police Community Support Officer, Dougie Muir. A meeting of the Planning Committee will take place at 6.00pm on Monday, 4 July, also at the Tovil Community Centre. Correspondent: Leila Ware Tel: 01622 842330 leilaware@ outlook.com Knowle Hill Farm Garden: The Correspondent: Jackie Nixon Mob: 07527 449540 jackie.kmlocal@ hotmail. com Football Club Tournament: Vinters Football Club invite your club to participate in our twentieth annual tournament, on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th July 2016 at Valley Park School Playing Fields, New Cut Road, Maidstone, ME14 5SL. Ages 6 to 18 years. (Players must be 6 years by the 27th June 2016.) Applications will be dealt with ‘first come first served’. The entry fee is £30.00 per team or £50 for two teams. Please complete and return an entry form downloaded from http://www.vintersfc. co.uk Send with an email address for further details to be sent out and a cheque for the full amount for all teams entered. On the day there will be a BBQ serving Bacon Rolls, Burgers & Hot Dogs; a Refreshments Tent serving Beer, Soft Drinks & Snacks/Sweets; Ice Cream Vans; and various other side stalls. Toilet facilities and all parking are provided on-site. Correspondent: Christine Byron Tel: 01622 812023 Godspell Production: The Wateringbury Players, supported by Wateringbury CE Primary School are proud to present