BETHESDA your community

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.

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.

SCRABBLE:

Are you a Scrabble enthusiast if so the Beaumaris Community Centre are hoping to start a club in the near future. if you are interested, phone Stephanie on 01248 490781 for further details.

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. 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+: The club will be closed until January 9, 2020, when it starts the new year with a Games Afternoon. The club wishes all its members and friends a very Happy Christmas and Good Health in 2020. New members always welcome, gentlemen as well as ladies, every Thurs in Benllech Community Hall 2pm-4pm.

PROBUS: Moelfre & District Probus Club. The primary aim of the club is to promote good fellowship. Membership is open to all who are retired, semi-retired or approaching retirement who have had some measure of responsibility in any field of worthy endeavour, who are of good character and respected in their communities. Probus meet on the third Tuesday each month (except August) at noon at the Breeze Hill Hotel, Benllech. The normal meeting consists of lunch followed by a talk given by a recommended speaker. The June meeting is normally an outing to a place of interest with a lunch in that locality. The December meeting is replaced by a Christmas Lunch. Guests are always welcomed For further information contact: Peter Day Tel: (01248) 853444 pd@marinexfire.co.uk.

INDOOR BOWLING: Every Tues, 1pm4pm, Benllech Community Ex-Servicemen’s Hall. 50+ Club. Enquiries: Dilys Howarth Tel: 07791633001. Session: £2 club members/£2.50 non-members. New members welcome.

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

DRU YOGA CLASSES: Thursdays 6.15-7.45pm. All abilities welcome. £8/ £7 concessions. Snowdonia Mountain Lodge, Nant Ffrancon, LL573LX Bethesda. chrstiane@druworldwide.com, 01248 602900 Ext 218.

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.

CARMEL (MON)

CARMEL COMMUNITY GROUP: Meeting monthly on the third Thursday in the Village Hall at 7.30pm. All welcome. For further details ring Margie on 01248 471019, or Peggy on 01248 470659.

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 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.

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 friends and neighbours, make new friends over a cuppa and chat.

FRIDAY FILMS: 1st and 3rd Fridays each month. Doors open at 6.45pm for a cuppa and films start at 7pm. Enjoy watching 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.

GAERWEN

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

GWALCHMAI

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

HOLYHEAD

ST CYBI’S CHURCH: Sunday, December 22 at 11am. Holy Communion. Tuesday, December 24 at 5pm Crib Service, 11.30pm Midnight Service. Christmas Day, 10.30am Holy Communion.

ST DAVID’S CHURCH: Sunday, December 22, 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

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 Thurs in the month; easy access from nearby car park. Dec 19 will be the Christmas Lunch. Dates in 2020 are the following: 16 Jan / 20 Feb / 19 Mar / 16 Apr / 21 May / 18 June Annual Outing / 16 July. 20 Aug no meeting - summer break / 17 Sept meetings resume. New members and carers always welcome. Small, friendly group provides tea or coffee and cake, info on how to manage your condition, as well as speakers on various topics, and coach trips and meals out together. Ring Gordon 860700, email: patriciahughes2017@gmail.com for 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 Thurs each month. 1-3pm at the Gwelfor Community Centre.

MICHAEL’S SHOP: 79A Market Street, Holyhead. A charity shop fundraising for various charities. Opening times, 8.30am-10.30am, and 11.15am-4.30pm Mon-Fri. 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 2HS, 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 for £6.50. Consideration is always given to anyone who has to follow a special diet. For more info contact Veronica Huband on 01407 763559 or e-mail veronica@morlo.co.uk.

HOLYHEAD HOTSPUR LOTTO: This weeks winning numbers are, 1, 4, 7. There was no winner this week so next week’s jackpot will be £800.

TIME AND TIDE: Solstice Shorts Festival on Sat Dec 21 at 1pm at the Marina Café, Newry Beach, Holyhead. A live streamed festival of stories, songs and poetry inspired by the sea. Followed by an open mic. Music from Fiona and Gorwel Owen and Hopewell INk, Live for the winter solstice free. Tickets at bit.ly/33GoRi9 and on the door.

LLAINGOCH

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

LLANDEGFAN

ST TEGFAN’S CHURCH: Sun, Dec 22, Family Service at 9.30am Carol Service at 5pm. Christmas Eve Tues, Dec 24, Christingle Service at 3pm. Midnight Mass at 11.30am. Christmas Day Wed, Dec 25, Bilingual Holy Eucharist at 9.30am. Sun, Dec 29, Joint Bro Tysilio Service at St Mary’s Menai Bridge at 11am. Sunday January 5, 2020, English Holy Eucharist at 9.30am Welsh Gosber at 5pm.

LLANEDWEN

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

LLANEILIAN

LLANEILIAN WI: Meet on 2nd Monday at its own WI Hall in Llaneilian at 2pm.

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.

CASH BINGO: at Llanfaelog village hall, every Friday night, door open 6;30 and games start 8pm. Free membership, 4 jackpots, 13 game book £5.

LLANFAIR PG

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.

COMPUTER LESSONS: for beginners or those with some knowledge at the Memorial Hall, Llanfair Pwll, on Mondays, at 10am. They are completely informal and students work at their own pace. Charge of £2 per lesson. For more info contact Alun Jones (01248717188) alunjos@sky.com.