HERRINGTON, FARRINGDON AND LAKESIDE
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After reading the story in the Sunderland Echo, and speaking to the Rev Simon Gundry, regarding the struggles of Sunderland Food Banks, Julie Mulvaney, Slimming World Manager of the Sunderland East Team and consultant, knew her group would be more than willing to help out. Julie messaged her members before the group meeting began and she wasn’t disappointed by the response. Some 130 of her group members rallied to support the cause and by the final meeting there were bags full of goodies ready to be taken to the bank. The Rev Simon Gundry then arranged the delivery to Sunderland Food Bank. Other consultants on Julie’s team are now following her groups’ example and encouraging their members to do the same. Julie was overwhelmed by the generosity of her members and thanks them all for their support. Julie’s group meets in St Aidan’s Parish Centre every Thursday at 9am, 11am and 1pm. New members are always welcome. The date has been fixed for the third meeting in the programme to relaunch Herrington Heritage as an active society. At the meeting on Thursday, October 18, a draft constitution and operating principles will be discussed for adoption at an AGM meeting in the new year. Ron Lawson will also present a selection of the Herrington archive of heritage, people and events. Meet in Middle Herrington Methodist Church at 7pm. Everyone is welcome. The Scout Hut will be open for the benching of exhibits for the Herrington village show from 6pm on Friday. All exhibits must be in place by 11.30am on Saturday, when judging begins. There are still some places available for the five vegetable challenge where the first prize is £100. The show opens to the public at 2pm and again on Sunday at 10am. On Sunday there will be a short harvest festival of thanks-giving at 11am, conducted by members of Middle Herrington Church. The show will close at 12.30pm with a sale of flowers and vegetables. Refreshments will be served on both days. Schedules are available by telephoning Leslie Scott on 0191 5280580. Saint Aidan’s Community Group is runs a number of activities throughout the week including: Seated exercise every Friday from 11am to noon. No experience is necessary and you are welocme to stay for a coffee and a chat afterwards if you have the time. Sessions cost £3. A free Photographic Restoration course takes place every Tuesday from 1.15pm to 2.15pm. There is always good company and a great tutor.Trace Your Family Tree every Tuesday from 2.15pm to 3.45pm. Same good company and the same great tutor. Holiday Club at St Oswald’s meets on Thursday from 2pm to 5pm. Take part in multi sports and other activities. There are healthy snacks and a BBQ. Contact St Aidan’s for more details. On Friday, September 28, there will be a Litter Pick and fun family activities including Lego, art and crafts and snacks too. It is free to attend and all ages are welcome. Lakeside Community Centre has a number of established clubs in the centre such as carpet bowls, art club etc. There is a hall for hire for children’s birthday parties and anniversary celebrations with a capacity of 75. Call in to view the facilities. For further information, contact Bob Ambrose on 07999353498. Lakeside Community Centre runs a veterans’ breakfast club every first and third Saturday morning. All veterans are welcome. For further information, contact Bob Ambrose on 07999353498. A chair exercise and relaxation class takes place on Thursdays between 10am and noon in the Methodist Church, Crow Lane. Ses-
perform again in East Rainton at the parish church of St Mary the Virgin at 7.30pm. The group is ready to welcome any men who enjoy singing. Members meet in Cleadon Village Primary Academy in Boldon Lane every Tuesday at 7.30pm. The Community Brew, the pop-in for coffee held in the Old Schoolroom next to All Saints’ parish hall, will be open every weekday from September until December. There is a choice of hot or cold beverages with snacks and plenty of people available for a chat or to give information. Go along and give it a try. On Saturday, October 13, Cleadon in Bloom will be holding an update meeting to inform people about the plans for the area around the village pond. There will be an opportunity to see the plans and to talk to relevant people about it. Put the date in your diary and go along. On Friday, October 26, there will be a Promises Auction, in All Saints’ parish hall. People have promised a variety of jobs that they are willing to do and you can bid for them. There will be a brochure with the promises listed on sale for £3, which includes both entrance and interval light refreshments. Make sure of your brochure early and go and have fun bidding. A Slimming World class is held every Thursday in All Saints’ parish hall at 9.30am and at 11.30am. If you feel the need to lose a pound or two you will find all the encouragement and support you will need. Just go along to a session. A Dokan Karate club meets in All Saints’ parish hall on Thursdays at 5pm for juniors and at 7pm for adults. The group has met with some success in competitions and tournaments around the country. If you would like to improve your fitness and take part just go along to a session or ring 07939130411 for more information.