by Gainsborough Snappers | Sep 17, 2022 | Gainsborough, Hobbies
Gainsborough Snappers’ members are enjoying getting back into something of a more normal routine following the disruption of the Covid lockdowns. There have been a few changes, but the basis of the club remains unchanged. In 2019 it became a self-help group, with a...
by Rotherham CCoC | Sep 17, 2022 | Community Event, Rotherham
Rotherham’s skyline was transformed into an oceanic oasis at the end of July, with a giant art sculpture that was craned into Clifton Park as part of a programme of Children’s Capital of Culture 2025 testbed events. The ambitious 70ft tall Fish Mobile was commissioned...
by St Francis’ Church Bramley | Sep 17, 2022 | Community Event, Community facility, Rotherham, Social Group
St Francis’ Church Mother’s Union recently held a Strawberry Tea in aid of AFIA (Away from it All), which provides holidays for families in need. Two representatives from Samaritan’s Purse, Liz and Charlotte, spoke about the charity’s essential work, especially to the...
by Rotherham u3a | Sep 16, 2022 | Education and Learning, Hobbies, Rotherham, Social Group, U3A
Spinning fibres into yarns is an ancient craft dating back at least 200,000 years, when string yarns were used to make skirts and fastenings. Weaving and embroidery can be traced to around 30,000BCE, providing fabrics easily fashioned into clothes and furnishings were...
by Dukeries Theatre Group | Sep 16, 2022 | Hobbies, Performing Arts, Worksop
At their recent AGM, members of Dukeries Theatre Group celebrated its 75th anniversary and the unique contribution of 50-year-member Gill Wenger to local drama. Both occasions were marked by a champagne toast and an anniversary cake.The group started life in 1947 as...
