3 PAGES OF COMMUNITY DIARY FOR BANGOR & ANGLESEY:

ABERFFRAW

ST BEUNO’S CHURCH: September 4, Morning Prayer at 10am.

AMLWCH

SCOUT GROUP: Coffee mornings every Friday (staffing levels permitting) at the Scout and Guide Hall, Bull Bay Road, between 10.30am-1pm. All funds in aid of 1st Amlwch Scout Group.

AMLWCH HELP: Healthy Eating Loses Pounds weightloss group meet every Wednesday in The Dinorben Hotel 5-7pm. Chris Knott 01407 711058.

HEAR TO HELP: Free minor repairs to NHS hearing aids, battery supply, re-tubing and advice at the NHS Volunteer Community Service drop-in, first Tuesday of each month, 1-3pm at Clwb y Gorlan, Salem Street.

AMLWCH BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Meets on the second Tuesday of every month at the Amlwch Methodist Church schoolroom, 10.30am and 12.30pm. Call Richard on 07975539644.

AMLWCH FOODBANK DISTRIBUTION POINT: It is open to those in real hardship, and for some who struggle to make ends meet. The Foodbank is currently open on Weds from 11am-3pm, in Pantri Number 6, at 6 Queen Street. The basic system is a Referral System, but people can go along to get further information about eligibility. Contact 01407 839364 or 01407 764947.

AMLWCH CANOE CLUB: Meets in Amlwch pool 8.15pm-9.30pm. If you would like to try kayaking the club allows three Taster Sessions at £5 per person per session. Minimum age 8 and conditions apply to under-16s, parent/carers must stay in attendance for the sessions. Suggest participants wear a T-shirt, the sessions will involve capsizing in a kayak. You can also visit on Facebook.

DONATION DROP OFF POINT: Hospice at Home Gwynedd & Anglesey Drop off Point at its Distribution Centre. It is open on Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturdays, 10am-3pm to accept quality donations, at Unit 6, Site 9, Llwyn Onn Industrial Estate, LL68 9BQ Tel 01407 832178 (Opposite the Post Office Sorting Office).

AMLWCH AGE WELL: Did you miss the craft fair? It was very successful. Thank you everyone in the group for their hard work. But don’t despair the Amlwch craft group are busy preparing for the next one. Summer is nearly over but Age Well is here to help you through the autumn and winter. Do you fancy a chat or somewhere to go? See what is going on. Call in Monday to Thursday at Amlwch Memorial Hall. See you soon or ring 01 407 831862and ask for Eileen.

ANGLESEY CENTRAL LIONS: Is a local service organisation, and registered charity that raises money, holds events, and assists in events. During 2015 it donated £3,400 to local worthy causes. It needs new members to carry on with this success. Anyone interested in joining the club, please phone 07802150399 for details.

BALLROOM/LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CLASS: Adult dance class Monday at the Memorial Hall, Amlwch. Adult Dance Class 8-9pm, Practise Session 9-10pm. Large dance floor so all levels welcome from beginner to advance. A fun way to get fit and meet new friends. For more information visit Anglesey Dance Facebook page, e-mailangleseydance@hotmail.com or phone 07867 508734

CITIZENS ADVICE: Bureau open Thursday 9.30am–2pm, Drop in. Advice line Cymru - Monday to Friday 9am-5pm 03444772020. You can also access www.Adviceguide.org. uk

CAFE COFIO: New service by the Carers Trust for carers and those they care for. Tea/coffee in a relaxed atmosphere and learn more about services for people with memory problems, as well as taking part in various activities. Sessions take at Dinorben Hotel, Wednesdays, 2-4pm. For information ring 01492 542212.

TAI CHI & QIGONG: 11.30am -12.30pm. Memorial Hall, Amlwch Admission £3.50, Age Well Class for over 50s. Tai Chi combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements. Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk.

AMLWCH INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE TRUST: Has launched its activities for the 2016 Summer season, The Copper Kingdom Centre and Sail Loft cafe and exhibition are open Tuesday to Sunday, 10.30am-5pm. For more information contact Elfed Rowlands on 01407 830298.

ST ELETH’S CHURCH: Will be closed for refurbishment until further notice. Sunday Services will be held in St Eilian’s Church, Llaneilian at 9.30am and Eglwys Santes Gwenllwyfo, Llanwenllwyfo at 4pm. Further information: 01407831647 / 01407830182.

ELETH WI AMLWCH: Will be return from their summer break on Tuesday, Septemer 13; Meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7.15 pm at the Clwb Y Gorlan in Amlwch. The Programme is always very varied with guest speakers each month on wide ranging topics and there is the opportunity to have hands on experience of various activities. Visits to places of interest this year include Bangor University, Cadnant Gardens and a bee keeping farm locally. The WI is an enthusiastic, eclectic, young(ish) group of ladies who would like to extend a warm welcome to new members this coming year. If you would like to know a little more , contact Ruth Treece on 01407 710 969 or Pat Whitfield on 01407 830 279.

AMLWCH WI: look forward to a visit by Mrs Pat Shrafft who will be giving a talk on the Music Halls. The meeting is on Wednesday September 7, Clwb Y Gorlan, Amlwch from 1.30. Prospective new members are always welcome and joining is a great way to meet people and make new friends. For further information contact Kath Andrew on 01704 831486.

BANGOR

HOPE CHURCH: meets every Sunday at 10.30am in Ysgol Friars School Hall.

ST JOHN’S METHODIST CHURCH: High Street Bangor. Weekly Sunday Service 10.30am

MASS: Our Lady and St James RC Church, upper Bangor: Mass times Sunday 10am and 5pm.

QUAKER MEETINGS: Sundays, 10.30am; Tuesdays, 1-1.30pm at the Friends Meeting House, Dean Street. For details, phone 01248 602156.

BANGOR INDEPENDENT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH: The service includes hymns, prayers, clairvoyance and spiritual healing and takes place every Wednesday at 7pm at the Quaker Meeting House, Dean Street. The service will finish at approx 8.30pm with free refreshments and healing shortly later. Admission £2 to include refreshments and towards the church funds’. Phone 01407 840531.

BANGOR CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALIST CHURCH: Was established in 1947 and is affiliated to the Greater World Spiritual Centre, London. Services at 7pm every Thursday at the Quaker Meeting House, Dean St with free refreshments after the Divine Service. There is no admission fee, only a free-will collection taken during the Service. There is a different guest speaker every week. Everyone is most welcome to attend.

HIRAEL SURGERY: At Hirael Club. Jean Forsyth and Dewi Williams - Councillors for the Hirael Ward of Bangor hold a Surgery, 10am-2pm on the second Wednesday in each month to listen to and address residents’ issues and problems. Ring 01248 355 798 (Jean), or 01248 353699 (Dewi), to book an appointment. If no reply, leave a message with your contact details. Representatives of the local Community Beat Team and Gwynedd Community Homes (CCG) may also be in attendance from time to time.

BANGOR & MENAI BAHA’IS: The Baha’i Community of Bangor and Menai invite you to join in activities here. The Baha’i Faith is a world religion whose purpose is to unite all mankind in one universal cause, one common faith. Contact bangorbahais@ gmail.com or 07577 777392.

WEIGHTWATCHERS: Classes at Penrhosgarnedd Community Centre on Mondays at 5.30pm.

HIRAEL CLUB: Cash bingo every Tuesday. Doors open at 1.30pm for a start at 2pm. Also every Wednesday 7.30pm for a start at 7.45pm. Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere and light refreshments.

GUIDING: Rainbow, Brownie and Guide units. Contact Pat Gadd on 01248 601868.

ARMY CADETS: Parade every Tuesday at the Drill hall, Glynne Road from 7pm. If you are over 12 then come along. Call 01248 600363 for details.

GLASINFRYN COMMUNITY CENTRE: Tai Chi Qigong class starting every Tuesday 6.30-7.30pm. Gentle energising exercises suitable for all. Beginners welcome. First class free. Jill Turner 01248 351672

AGE CYMRU GWYNEDD A MON: Are looking for volunteers to help at Hafan Café besides the bus station. If anyone has a few hours to spare, Age Concern would like to hear from you. For a volunteer pack call 01286 677711

YOGA: Mondays 10–11.30am, Garth Road Community Centre, (road to Bangor pier, left up hill at red post box) Call Katie 07717661717.

BANGOR COMMUNITY CHURCH: Meet every Sunday 10.30am and 6.30pm at Coed Mawr Community Centre, (behind Mcdonalds).

PARKINSON’S CAFE: People living with Parkinson’s, their family, carers and friends are warmly invited to the Parkinson’s Cafe at Coed Mawr Community Centre, on the third Monday of each month, from 2pm to 3.30. Activities include Indoor Bowls and easy dance sessions, with tea and cakes and friendship, together with support and information sharing.

ASSEMBLIES OF GOD: Pentecostal church. Prince’s Road, (off College Road) Upper Bangor. Meeting every Sunday 10.30am and 6.30pm. Warm welcome to all.

BUDDHISM: Weekly meditation classes are held at Coleg Menai, Friddoedd Rd, on Tuesdays from 7-8.15pm. The sessions give an introduction to meditation and also explore some of Buddha’s practical teachings, both of which can help to reduce stress and increase happiness. For details phone 01492 878778 or see website meditatenorthwales.com.

QIGONG CLASS: Monday 6.30-7.30pm, Coed Mawr Community Centre, (Behind McDonald’s Caernarfon Road). Qigong (pronounced Chi Kung) is an ancient Chinese health care system that integrates physical postures, breathing techniques and focused intention. Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk Admission £5.

TAI CHI & QIGONG: Monday, 7.30-9pm, Coed Mawr Community Centre (Behind McDonald’s Caernarfon Road) Admission £5. Tai Chi combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements. Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk Admission £6, (£5 concessions).

TAI CHI & QIGONG: Bangor University. Tuesday 1-2pm. Room F16 Memorial building, Deiniol Road, Bangor (Opposite the science library) Admission £5. Tai Chi combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements. Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk. Admission £5.

YOGA CLASS: Tuesday 7.30-9pm, Coed Mawr Community Centre (Behind McDonald’s Caernarfon Road) mixed ability class suitable for beginners. Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk Admission £6.50 (£5.50 concessions) block booking also available.

MOTIV8’: Annual event for people experiencing mental health issues and those supporting them, on Thursday October 20 at the Brailsford Leisure Centre, Bangor. Multi agency initiative to raise awareness of mental health issues with an emphasis on benefits of being active and having fun. Local and national services will be on hand to offer advice and support.

NHS RETIREMENT: The Bangor Branch of the NHS Retirement Fellowship do not have a meeting in August and the September 27 meeting will be replaced by a coach trip to Liverpool. For details and to book contact Sandra on 01248 352018 .New members welcome. Early days but the Christmas lunch will be at The Cricket Pavilion, Llandegai on December 13. Contact Sandra for details and to book

RED CROSS: is looking for volunteer drivers and helpers to assist at Ysbyty Gwynedd and in people’s homes – contact Corinna on 01248 351103

BEAUMARIS

OASIS CHURCH: Oasis Church in Margaret Street 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: Held on the 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 phone 01248 723223.

BEAUMARIS PIONEERS: Walking group meets every Wednesday 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! Wednesdays 9.30-11am (term based). The Bulkeley Hotel, 19 Castle Street, LL58 8AW. Contact: 01248 602900 Ext 223 or christiane@ druworldwide.com.

WATERCOLOUR AND PASTEL: course on Wednesdays 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 Thursdays 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. Birthday parties a speciality. All workshops/ courses running at the H’Artworks Gallery 6 Church St, in the Forum a beautiful old Methodist chapel. For information ring 01248 812045 or e-mail hartworks@ btinternet.com.

SINGING FOR JOY: Come and join the Singing For Joy Choir at the David Hughes Centre, Thursdays from 12-2pm. Contact Joy on 01248 811519 or email joyleedhamevans@live.co.uk.

YOGA: Come along for a gentle class, and feel the difference. Mondays Beaumaris 1-2.30pm, Leisure Centre. Contact Katie on 07717661717.

ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Lunch Club – Ysgoldy, Capel y Drindod, Rosemary Lane. Every Tuesday 11.45am. Register before attending by phoning Nicola Collins on 01248 661915.

OVER 50S: Events. In September Open Day and in October photographer Pierino Algieri will be the speaker and a visit to Caernarfon in Oct/Nov to see the poppies at the castle with lunch at the golf club. November is the Christmas meeting and on December 12 Christmas lunch at Lastra Farm, more details later. Any queries ring Hazel on 01248 490284.

RNLI: Beaumaris RNLI always seeks new volunteers to help run the lifesaving service. If you are aged 17 or over, physically fit, work or live within 10 minutes of the lifeboat station and eager to join a lifesaving organisation then docome by and say hello. Volunteers meet every Thursday at 6pm for weekly training exercises.

RNLI OPEN DAY: On September 11 the Lifeboat will be on display outside the Lifeboat Station to support the Food Festival as an additional attraction. Whilst within the Boathouse, tea and coffee will be served together with a tombola stall.

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 Tuesday 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.

RELAXATION AND T’AI CHI CLASSES: Gentle Exercise; Helps Co-ordination; Improves Mobility, Calms the Mind; Aids Circulation; Improves Balance. A gentle, effective form of exercise; Suitable for all ages and abilities; Informal relaxed classes with emphasis on enjoyment. Professional Instructor. Every Friday 10.am-11.15am At Goronwy Owen Hall. Admission £5. Enquiries: 01248 853207.

TAI CHI AND QIGONG: Thursday 10am-11am. Goronwy Owen Hall. Tai Chi combines slow and gentle movement with deep breathing and relaxation. Qigong (pronounced Chi Kung) is an ancient Chinese health care system that integrates physical postures, breathing techniques and focused intention. Jeff is a Qualified Instructor with the China Bridge Center and has been teaching in this area for over 20 years. Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk £5 per Class open to all ages. Beginners welcome.

BENLLECH LADIES GROUP: The first monthly social afternoon after the Summer break is on Monday, September 5, 2pm-4pm, in the Ex-Servicemen’s Hall. Fun and games, crafts, Scrabble, Rummicub - not forgetting tea and biscuits. An enjoyable afternoon for £1.50. The next monthly meeting on September 19 will be on the topic ‘Hospice at Home’. Details of special events and day trips are announced at the monthly meetings. Visit ‘Benllech Ladies Group’ on Facebook for the latest news. For information: Brenda - 01248 852591.

BENLLECH 50+: Every Thursday Benllech Community Hall 1.30pm-4.30pm. Thursday, September 1 Fun afternoon Bingo with prizes, and free refreshments. All welcome, Visitors £1. Thursday September 8, AGM, 2pm, members only. New members always very welcome, gentlemen as well as ladies, something to do every week, plus coach trips, coffee mornings, talks and presentations etc.,

BETHESDA

GUIDING: Brownie unit. Contact Pat Gadd on 01248 601868. DRU YOGA CLASSES: Thursdays 6.15-7.45pm, starting again September 1. Cost/class: £7. At Dru Centre, Nant Ffrancon, Bethesda. Contact: 01248 602900, christiane@druworldwide.com, www. druyoga.com. BETHESDA MARKET: Marchnad Ogwen, Bethesda. On the second Saturday monthly. It features produce and craft stalls run mainly by local people. Home made snacks and Fair Trade drinks are available. For information see website www. marchnadogwen.co.uk SATURDAY MORNING: table top sales will be held this year in Neuadd Ogwen (Bethesda) whenever there are five Saturdays in the month. To be held in Llys Dafydd if the weather is fine. Bring your own table for £5. Ring 01248 602509/ 600872.

BODEDERN

EGLWYS ST EDERN CHURCH: Monthly services. 2nd Sunday, 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. WI: The next meeting of Bodorgan WI is on Tuesday September 6 at Bodorgan Community Centre at 7.30pm. Members will be painting containers for the Bodorgan Station project, and decorating mugs and water bottles using a marbling technique. If you have never been to a WI meeting before, do come along and have a cup of tea and a chat. New members and visitors are very welcome. GLANTRAETH: The winning numbers in Glantraeth FC’s 3 Number Lotto draw on Saturday August 27 were 2, 8 & 18. There were three winners who share the £2,000 Rollover Jackpot, Medwyn Evans c/o Huws Gray, Gaerwen, John Williams of Malltraeth and Alan Barton of Malltraeth. The next draw will be in the Joiners Arms, Malltraeth on Saturday September 10.

BRYNGWRAN

BRYNGWRAN THRIFT SHOP: At the Church Hall, High Street every Wednesday 12.30-2.30pm. Variety of items donated weekly, all the money goes towards Bryngwran Church funds.

BRYNSIENCYN

TAI CHI AND QIGONG: Age Well class for over 50s. Wednesday, 10am-11am Community Centre. Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk Admission £5.

CAERGEILIOG

SEILO: Y pregethwr gwadd nos Sul nesaf, Medi 4 am 6yh fydd Mr Donald Glyn Pritchard, Llannerchymedd.

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.

DULAS

EGLWYS Y SANTES GWENLLWYFO: Y Sul cyntaf a’r trydydd Y Cymun Bendigaid 4yh. Yr ail a’r pedwerydd Yr Hwyrol Weddi 4yh.

DWYRAN

YR HEN FECWS/ THE OLD BAKEHOUSE: Tuesdays Chair Exercise 1.30-2.30pm, Women’s singing group 3-5pm. Wednesdays, Bingo 7pm. Fridays from 10.30am coffee/tea and chat. Alternate Fridays Film night. Alternate Fridays Welsh conversation. further details- elaine.yoga@ tiscali.co.uk. MINDFUL YOGA: Thursdays 7.30-9.25pm at Ysgol Gumuned, Elaine 01248430147 or email elaine.yoga@tiscali.co.uk

GAERWEN

ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH: September 4, Morning Prayer at 10am.

GWALCHMAI

ANGLESEY 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 Sept 4 at 11am All Age Worship. Wed 7 at 10.30am Eucharist. 200 CLUB: August winners No 21 Myfanwy Jones, No 107 Mr and Mrs T Shaw. WALSINGHAM MASS: Thurs Sept 8 at 6.30pm. ST DAVID’S CHURCH: Sun Sept 4 at 9.15am All Age Worship. 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 Church, Newry Street (next to the Town Hall). Services each Sunday at 10.30am and 6pm. Sunday School / Junior Church also at 10.30am. Fortnightly Ladies Meeting; Thursdays at 2pm. Children’s Club; alternate Thursdays 4-6pm. Various Bible Studies. Alpha Course on Fridays at 7pm. For info: contact Rev Clive Alder 01407 764947. 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 information, visit www.crynwyrcymru.org. uk and www.northwalesquakers.org.uk ROYAL BRITISH LEGION: Holyhead Branch, The Royal British Legion now meets at London Road Community Centre, first Wednesday monthly (except August) at 7.30pm. Any new members will be offered a warm welcome. PHYSICALLY DISABLED: Meets in Kingsland Community Centre, opposite Kingsland Promary School. It invites anyone with a disability to join. It meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 2.304.30pm. Transport is 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. ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Lunch Club at Gwelfor Community centre, Every Monday at 11.45am. Register before attending by phoning Nicola Collins on 01248 661915 PARKINSON’S: Join Holyhead and District Parkinsons Support Group for laughter and chats at Boston Centre Stage, Boston Street: 2pm-4pm; every 3rd Thursday in the month; easy access from nearby car park. Future meetings: September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15 (Christmas lunch). This small, friendly group will make you very welcome. Provides tea or coffee and cake, as well as information on how to manage and improve your condition. It also ensures a wide range of speakers on a variety of interesting topics. Ring Mary 762627 or Gordon 860700 for more details. AUTUMN ACTIVITIES: Evening with “Sweet Charity” on September 9 at the Conservative Club £5 to include Buffet. The club hopes to have a talk given on the Subject on Scamming to help make members aware. October 8 at the Risboro Hotel an evening with “Crystal Bawls” (Drag Artiste) B/B Eve Meal. £35 -transport TBA. Any members wishing to attend or for any enquiries contact joyce 764020 or Pasuline 760975 for more information

DEREK VAUGHAN MEP: Runs an outreach office at Syr Owen Thomas Room, Williams Street (next door to Albert Owen MP’s office) every 4th Thursday of each month (except December) between 11am-2pm. Constituents are welcome to call in without an appointment to seek Derek’s assistance with any European related issue or simply just to pop in for a chat and find out more about Derek’s work in the European Parliament and how that impacts on the people of Anglesey. At any other time, contact Derek by phone on 01978 350052 or text leaving your number for a call-back or call the mobile number 07432 217 967. Alternatively you can email him at any time at contact@derekvaughanmep.org.uk

LONDON ROAD CENTRE: Under New Mangement. 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. There is so much on offer. Call 760607 for information.

AIR TRAINING CORPS: (ATC) Parade times 7pm-9.30pm Mondays and Thursdays at Maeshyfryd Road, Holyhead. Tel 01407 769931, 12 to 18 yrs. Why not come and check it out - welcome.

ANGLESEY FOOD BANK: Is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11am-3pm at the Elim Church, Longford Road.

ART FOR ALL: Exhibition of works by Anglesey artists and schoolchildren at the Ucheldre Centre, until September 4.

HOLYHEAD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: is a registered charity set up to offer support to those who are suffering from Cancer and are recovering from Cancer. Meetings take place at the Penucheldre Centre in Millbank on Wednesdays from 11am-3.30pm and a variety of activities and therapies are offered in a pleasant and friendly atmosphere. Transport can be provided in the Holyhead area to bring you to and from meetings. The group currently wants more volunteers to help out at the meetings and to assist those who attend. For more information ring 01407 860794 in the evenings.

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

GATEWAY: Due to refurbishment at Gwelfor Youth House, the club will meet at St Mary’s Church Hall, Longford Road, Holyhead LL65 1TR. The club meets on Saturdays between 10am and noon.

DIVA SHOW: Britain’s Got Talent Stars “Bosom Buddies” entertain in a Fund Raising night at Holyhead Hotspur with their “Deva Show”, a night towards Multiple Sclerosis on Saturday September 3, limited tickets from Nigel Moore 07793805114 or Davey Hughes 07899840968. WEST END WORKSHOP AND CONCERT: The Ucheldre Centre will be presenting a West End Workshop, by West End in Wales, on Sat Sept 3, from 9.30am- 4.30pm. Led by industry professionals, the workshop is a whole day of acting, singing and dance, for students aged 5-18 years. The students then perform alongside their professional tutors in ‘An Evening of Song and Dance’ at 7.30pm. Cost for the workshop is £25. Tickets for concert are £10, £8 concessions and £3 children. To book, call the Ucheldre Centre on 01407 763361. WATERFRONT ACTION GROUP: Save Our Seafront. A Public Enquiry will be held in October regarding the application to award the Newry Beach area Village Green Status The group has appointed a Barrister to act on behalf residents and visitors who oppose the Conygar Stena Marina Development. Fund raising has not been easy but the group is grateful to all those who have both supported and donated to the Group. The group therefore invites you all to come along on Sunday September 4 at 3pmto form a human chain along the bottom promenade of Newry Beach to demonstrate opposition to this build. All welcome. HOLYHEAD HOTSPUR LOTTO: This week’s winning numbers were 2,4,18. No winner so next week jackpot is £350. GORSWEN RIDING SCHOOL: Thirteen Gorswen Pony Club members competed as three teams at Carrington Riding Stables, Manchester on friday, August 26. Novice team consisted of Ffion Roberts, Lauren Hodgson, and Katie Sutherland, came first. The other two teams came third and fourth. Ffion Roberts achieved the highest score of the day. Lauren Hodgson achieved the fourth highest score. Lexie Evans was selected as the overall best dressed rider.

LLANDEGFAN

ST TEGFAN’S CHURCH: Sunday September 4- English Holy Eucharist at 9.30am. Welsh Gosber at 5pm. Congregational Meeting for St Tegfan’s at Hen Ysgol on Wednesday September 7 at 7pm. TAI CHI & QIGONG: Monday,2.30-3.30pm. Community Hall, Llandegfan (top of the village near the childrens play park) Admission £5. Tai Chi combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements. Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk YOGA CLASS: Mixed ability also suitable for beginners. Thursday, 7.30-9pm. Llandegfan Parish Hall. £6.50/£5.50 per class as pay as you go (or you can pay as a block booking for 6 weeks, £30/£27). Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk

LLANEDWEN

ST EDWEN’S CHURCH: Service in the Candlelit Church every Sunday at 11.15am.

LLANEILIAN

ST EILIAN’S CHURCH: The Service next Sunday, will be at the usual time of 9.30am.

LLANFACHRAETH

ST MACHRAETH CHURCH: Holy communion service every fourth Sunday of the month at 10am.

LLANFAELOG

SEW-N-SEW: The weekly “SEW-n-SEW” Quilting Group is every Wednesday in the Community Hall 1-4pm. Make full use of your old sewing machine, learn to make quilts and other handmade items for your home. The kettle is always on for a cup of tea so pop in and say hello. DOG TRAINING: Llanfaelog Village Hall. With the introduction of recent new laws for all dog owners, it is essential to have a well socialised dog. Garregddu Academy for Canine Education is Kennel Club Regd. with Qualified Instructors. New school year starts with Autumn term of 2 x 6 week block courses in dog handling on Tues each week from Sept 6. Training for Kennel Club Good Citizens Scheme Tests, (optional). Enrolment for new members, 10am to noon on Sept 6 at the Hall, or by arrangement at Garregddu Academy, Tel: 01407 810936. Book early to reserve your place. Existing members enrol at Class times: Puppies 12.30-1.30pm. Intermediate: 2-3pm Advanced: (handlers must qualify) 3-4.15pm. Progress: 5-6pm. Proof of completed vaccinations essential for all.

ST MAELOG’S CHURCH: Holy Communion every Sunday at 10.30, except 5th Sundays. Midweek Communion in the Gallery at 10am on Wednesdays.

LLANFAIR PG

WEEKLY DRAW: The winner of the football club’s weekly draw held on Saturday August 27 was Mr Dylan Owen, Llangristiolus.

QUIZ NIGHT: Every last Thursday of the month in the Sidings Restaurant at James Pringle Weavers. Entry fee £5 which includes sausage and chips. Prize for the winning team and runner up. 7pm start. For more information call 01248 717171.

GWYNGYLL WI: Earlier this month members enjoyed an evening walk along the Menai Strait. Monthly meetings will resume at 7.30pm on Thursday, September 1 at the WI Hall when Gail Bradley will speak about her, “Life as a WI Nomad.” Visitors will be given a warm welcome.

LLANFFINAN

ST FFINAN’S CHURCH: September 4, Bilingual Communion at 2pm.

LLANFIHANGEL TRE’R BEIRDD

EGLWYS ST MIHANGEL: Sept 4, No Service.

LLANGADWALADR

ST CADWALADR’S CHURCH: September 4, no service here but a Joint Bilingual Eucharist service will be held at Trefdraeth at 10am.

LLANGAFFO

ST CAFFO’S CHURCH: September 4, Eucharist at 9am.

LLANGEFNI

CILDWRN CHURCH: Sunday Services, (Evangelical), 10am and 6pm. Morning Service simultaneously translated to English. Contact Rev Hywel Davies 01248 723086.

MINDFUL YOGA: Ysgol y Graig Wednesdays 7-8.55pm, with Elaine 01248430147 or email elaine.yoga@tiscali.co.uk.

YOGA CLASSES: Yoga with Kath Turner. Thursdays 3-4.30pm and 5.30-7pm at Tre Ysgawen Hall, Capel Coch, Llangefni. www.kathturneryoga.com or e-mail kathryn.turner4@btinternet.com or phone 01248 750029

YOGA FOR BEGINNERS: With Kath Turner. Tuesday 10-11am at Enzone health and Fitness Studio, Parc Cefni, Bodffordd. To book a place contact kathryn.turner4@btinternet.com www.kathturneryoga.com

AGEWELL: The Age Well Hwyliog Mon centre is open in the town hall Monday-Wednesday and first Friday of the month for the History Group 10am-noon. It is open for anyone over the age of 50 and annual membership is £10. Call in for a tea/coffee with biscuits and a chat, information, free internet and find out more about the various activities. For information phone 07972537078, email llangefniagewell@ymail.com. Or visit www.agewellhwyliogmon.co.uk/llangefni

ST CYNGAR’S CHURCH SERVICES: Sunday services 8am Bilingual Communion, 9.30am Gwasanaeth Cymraeg, 11am English service. Wed 10am Bilingual Communion followed by tea/coffee in the Church Hall.

HEAR TO HELP: Free minor repairs to NHS hearing aids, battery supply, re-tubing and advice at the NHS Volunteer Community Service drop-in. Canolfan Ebeneser, Bridge Street. First Tuesday each month, 10am-noon.

ROCK AND ROLL JIVE CLASSES: At the Wellman’s Sports and Social club on Thursdays 8pm, learn to dance basic jive with Malcolm and Michelle - for details contact 01248 450451 or Facebook page Anglesey Rock n Roll Club.

TAI CHI & QIGONG: Age Well Class. (For over 50s) Monday, 10-11am. Town Hall, Llangefni (ground floor) Admission £4. Tai Chi combines deep breathing and relaxation with slow and gentle movements. Contact Jeff Cushing 01248 352336 cymrutaichiwales.co.uk.

LLANGRISTIOLUS

ST CRISTOLUS CHURCH: September 4, Eucharist service at 11.15am.

LLANNERCHYMEDD

CAPEL IFAN (A): Cynhelir cymanfa ganu nos Sul, Medi 11 am 8t=yh, Arweinydd Alun Guy, Caerdydd. Unawdydd Meilyr Jones, Llangefni. Eitemau gan Meca. Organyddes Grês Pritchard. Llywydd Aloma Jones (o’r ddeuawd Tony ac Aloma). Elw tuag at Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Môn 2017. Mynediad £4.

LLANRHUDDLAD

CHURCH: Services 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at 11am. Ring 01407730501 for details.

LLANTRISANT

LLANTRISANT CHURCH: Services every second Sunday of the month at 3pm.

MALLTRAETH

CRIST-Y-BRENIN CHURCH: September 4, no service here this week.

MARIANGLAS

ST EUGRAD’S CHURCH: Sunday, Sept 4, Holy Communion. 5.30pm New Song Café in Moelfre Church & Community Hall. Wed, Sept 7, 10.30am Coffee Morning in Moelfre Church & Community Hall.

BALLROOM/LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CLASS: Children and adult dance classes Friday at the Marian-Glass Community Centre (Hen Ysgol). Children 5-6pm, Private Lesson available 6-7pm, Adult Dance Class 7-8pm, Practise Session 8-9pm, all levels welcome from beginner to advance. A fun way to get fit and meet new friends. For more information visit Anglesey Dance Facebook page, e-mailangleseydance@hotmail.com or phone 07867 508734.

MENAI BRIDGE

ST MARY’S CHURCH: Sunday September 4 - Bilingual Holy Eucharist at 11am.

MENAI BRIDGE BAND PORTHAETHWY: The band rehearses on Mondays and Fridays 7-9pm, beginners and intermediates meeting on Thursdays 6.30-8pm. Whether you’re looking for a new rewarding hobby or want to brush up on your existing musical skills, the band would love to hear from you. Contact Chris Williams at helenatbandporthaethwy@gmail.com for details.

MINDFUL YOGA: With Elaine at Ysgoldy Capel Mawr, Chapel Street Wednesdays 10-11.55am and at Ysgol y Borth Tuesdays 7.30-9.25pm email elaine.yoga@tiscali.co.uk or www.yoganorthwales.co.uk.

YNYS MON BRIDGE CLUB: invites bridge players to join for evenings of play in a relaxed and friendly club. Meet on Tuesday at The Community Centre in Water Street and play is from 7pm until approximately 10pm. Contact Catherine Spalding on 01248 362 361.

ANGLESEY SCRABBLE CLUB: Meets every 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesday of every month at Four Crosses, Menai Bridge. To join, call Mrs Farrar on 01248 362427 or Mrs Murray on 01248 750089.

LUNCH CLUB: The Royal Voluntary Service plans to set up a lunch club at the Liverpool Arms, on alternate Mondays. It will cost £6 for two courses. Those interested in attending should register by contacting Nicola on 07436 564459, or 01248 661915.

EXHIBITION: Menai Heritage Exhibition at Canolfan Thomas Telford Centre every Wednesday and Thursday, until end of October, 10am-5pm. Entrance £3, accompanied children (under 16) free.

CAMERA CLUB: Beaumaris and Menai Bridge Camera Club has a summer exhibition in the Deiniol Shopping Centre in Bangor until Sept 17, showing a cross section of club members’ work. The Club meets on Friday evenings from September to April in the hall of St Anne’s Catholic Church, Dale Street, Menai Bridge. The 2016/17 season will commence at 7:30pm on Friday September 9 with a welcome to the new season member’s Evening. See the Web Site for more information: http:// bmbcc.cffgc.co.uk/

FRIENDS OF MENAI BRIDGE LIBRARY: Has been established to work to ensure that Menai Bridge library remains open in the future as part of a professionally led county library service despite proposed reductions in the County Council’s budget for libraries. Anyone who would like to register as a “Friend” and give their support to maintaining this well-used community resource is invited to contact the Clerk of Menai Bridge Town Council on 01248 716959 or by e-mail: cyngordref@hotmail.com. There will be an open meeting at 7pm on Wednesday, September 14 in the War Memorial Community Centre, Water Street, Menai Bridge to approve a constitution and elect a committee for the group and give an opportunity for the Steering Group to up-date on the latest situation.

MENAI BRIDGE COMMUNITY CENTRE: will hold its AGM on Thursday, September 22 at 7pm in the Centre. All interested in using the centre and those already doing so are welcome to attend.

MOELFRE

ST GALLGO’S CHURCH: Every Wednesday Holy Communion 9.30am at Moelfre Church and Community Hall. Sunday, Sept 4, 8.30am Holy Communion, 10yb Cymun Bendigaid, 5.30pm New Song Café, Church and Community Hall. Wed, Sept 7, 10.30am Coffee Morning, Church & Community Hall.

MYNYDD LLANDYGAI

MYNYDD LLANDYGAI DRAMA: (MAD) Is re-forming. Enthusiastic new actors/ actresses are required. No experience necessary, and any age welcome. Join in with a friendly group to have some fun and see what it is doing. Contact Pat at Mynydd Llandegai 01248 601508 or Einir (Welsh) 01248 601 353.

MYNYDD MECHELL

THANKSGIVING SERVICE: will be held at Llanfflewin Parish Church, Mynydd Mechell, Thursday, September 1 at 7pm.

NEWBOROUGH

EGLWYS BACH COMMUNITY HALL: PILATES: Tuesdays, 1-2pm. Contact Sue on 07808347253 for details.

KEEP FIT: Sessions are held on Tuesdays 6-7pm. £4. Contact Angharad on 07811106812 or visit Facebook “Anywhere Personal Training”.

CUPPA AND CHAT/PANAD A SGWRS: The Friday “Coffee mornings” start again this week. Why don’t you drop in on Fridays between 10.30am-noon to meet friends old and new over tea/coffee and homemade cake? Book and magazine exchange, free raffle. To find out more ring 01248 440328.

NEWBOROUGH WALKING GROUP: Meets on Thursdays outside Eglwys Bach 10am for a two hour walk, weather permitting, transport provided if the walk is further afield. All levels of fitness catered for. Ring 01248 440391 for more information.

BABANOD RHOSYR: Are you a parent/ carer or Registered Childminder of a baby or toddler? If so,visit this friendly group that meets on Mondays 1pm-2.30pm in Eglwys Bach Community Hall during the school holidays. If you live locally to Newborough or further afield and want a fun and safe environment for your baby or toddler and would like to make new friends too, why don’t you call in and give it a try! 50p each adult and each child. Ring Karen on 01248 440181 for information.

PRITCHARD JONES INSTITUTE: Oriel Rhosyr, open to all, Tuesday 10am-2pm. Computer Courses, Thursdays, 1-3.30pm. Library, open Monday 10am-noon, Wednesday 2-5pm. Friday 2-4pm.

PENRHOSLLIGWY

ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH: Sunday, Sept 4, 11.30am Holy Communion, 5.30pm New Song Café at Moelfre Church & Community Hall. Wed Sept 7, 10.30am Coffee Morning at Moelfre Church & Community Hall.

PENTRAETH

YOGA CLASS: Yoga with Kath Turner. Tuesday 7-8.30pm at Ysgol Gymuned Pentraeth. www.kathturneryoga.com or email kathryn.turner4@btinternet.com or phone 01248 750029.

ST MARY’S CHURCH: Sunday Services at 11am. Will be: 1st Sunday Morning prayer, 2nd Sunday Holy communion, 3rd Family and young peoples service, 4th Holy communion.

WHIST: The winners at the weekly whist drive held on Friday August 26 were Ladies: 1st Ella Price, 2nd Jean Parry, 3rd Rhiannon Lewis. High half: Jean Owen. Gents: 1st Phil Wilkinson, 2nd Ron Redmayne, 3rd Glyn Roberts. High half: Alun Hughes. Other winner: Helen Owen.

RED WHARF BAY

SPRINGHOLME FUN DAY: At Springholme Care Home. Wednesday, August 31, from noon onwards. Barbecue, disco, bouncing castle, face painting, glitter art, bric-a-brac, tombola, cake stalls, Italian clotes and bags, stripy ice cream, cream teas, Copper Rockers band. Best turned-out dog show, £1.50 to enter. Tel 01248 450555. Come and join in the fun.

RHOSCOLYN

ST GWENFAEN’S CHURCH: Sun Sept 4 at 9.15am Eucharist.

RHOSNEIGR

VILLAGE HALL: Come along at any time between 2pm to 5pm. on Friday for a game of Table Tennis. Anglesey Federation WI are holding an open coffee morning on Saturday, from 10am to 12.30pm: everyone welcome. ‘Waking Ned Divine’ (PG rated; 1h. 31m.) is the film showing at Film Night on Monday September 5 at 7pm.

WI HARVEST CELEBRATION: Rhosneigr Village Hall September 3, 10am to 1pm. All welcome. Refreshments, produce stalls, jewellery, free facials, gifts etc.

RHOSYBOL

THE BARN NEW LIFE CENTRE: Cae Uchaf, Rhosybol, LL68 9TR. Tel 07789260811. Be comfortable with God’s grace. Join the meeting at 10.30am every Sunday.

TALWRN

TALWRN ARCHAEOLOGY GROUP: (TAGGAT) Meets every Monday throughout the winter at 7,30pm at Talwrn Village Hall for talks and slide shows on local history and archaeology. This is supplemented during the summer by excursions to local sites of historic interest. For more information contact, Marianne Jones on 01248723391.

TREARDDUR BAY

ST FFRAID’S CHURCH: Sun Sept 4 at 11am Eucharist.

TREARDDUR BAY FC: Winning numbers in the Trearddur Bay FC Three Ball lotto for Sunday, August 28 were 7, 9, 21. There was no winner. Next draw Sundar September 4 at The Driftwood, Trearddur Bay, 7pm. Tickets on sale at Trearddur Stores, The Driftwood, South Stack Hotel Holyhead, The Albert Vaults Holyhead and any Player or Committee member. Next jackpoT = £950.

EMMANUEL CHURCH ANGLESEY: Meet in the village hall on Sunday at 10.30am. See www.emmanuelchurchanglesey.org.uk or phone Dyfed Roberts on 07590474989.

ISLE OF ANGLESEY CHORAL SOCIETY: Do you like singing? The Isle of Anglesey Choral Society have their weekly rehearsals on Thursdays from 7pm to 9pm at St Ffraid’s Church Hall. It welcomes new singers in all voices. This is a nonauditioned choir, so if you would like to join contact Petra on 01248 724801 or just turn up on the night!

TREFDRAETH

ST BEUNO’S CHURCH: September 4, Joint Bilingual Eucharist service with St Cadwaladr at 10am.

TREGARTH

DRU YOGA CLASS: Moelyci Farm, Tregarth LL57 4BB. Mons, 7-8.30pm £6. Contact Lynne - 07984360294. Bring mat, water and blanket. All abilities welcome.

GENERAL

SUNDAY MASS: Anglesey Centre of Mission Catholic Church Sunday Mass Times: St Anne’s RC Church, Dale Street, Menai Bridge: Sat, 5.45pm, vigil mass; Our Lady Queen of Martyrs RC Church, Rating Row, Beaumaris: Sunday, 9am; St Joseph’s RC Church, Lon Penmynydd, Llangefni: Sunday, 11am; Fr Joe Daly OMI 01248 810318. St Mary Help of Christians RC Church, Longford Road Holyhead: Sat, 6pm, vigil mass; Sunday, 11am; St Therese RC Church, Maelog Road, Rhosneigr: Sunday, 9am; Fr Frank Murray OMI 01407 762457. St David’s RC Church, Athol Street, Cemaes Bay: Saturday, 6pm, vigil mass; Our Lady of Lourdes RC Church, Beach Road, Benllech: Sunday, all year, 9am; Our Lady Star of the Sea RC Church, Bull Bay Road, Amlwch: Sunday, 11am; 01407 830361. For details, contact Stephen J Smith on 01407 763332 or email stevej.smith@btconnect.com or Pauline Thomas, on 01248 717331 or email paulinepasassoc@btinternet.com.