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  • The rainy season …

    I believe they normally call this the “silly season” in mainstream media, when there are few big news items and the bulletins are padded out with non stories. This year, it seems more like the “rainy season.” Will it EVER stop?!

    Here we are in-between big village events. The Jubilee already seems an age ago. And it is still over a month until the Flower Show. If you are looking for something to do on these unending wet days, remember there are lots of craft classes at the latter – especially for the youngsters in the village. Use the time to make a model animal (under 5s,) design a miniature garden (5 to 8s and 9 to12s,) or compose a rap (teens.) All the details can be found in the show schedule Best of luck!!!

  • Thank-you!

    Many thanks to all those who came to yesterday’s Jumble Sale, and spent so readily. We raised £700, and counting. An excellent result, given the economic environment … The next big event in the Hall is the Annual Village Show on Saturday 25th August. If you haven’t got a hard copy programme yet, then please do let us know. Otherwise, they can be downloaded here.

  • Reminder: Jumble Sale this Sunday!

    It’s the annual Jumble Sale this weekend. The Hall will be open for donations tomorrow, Saturday, between 11am and 2pm. And the event itself takes place on Sunday, also between 11am and 2pm … Please come along and browse. And even if you can’t find anything to buy, have a bacon sarnie … All proceeds go to the Village Hall Trust!

  • Jumble Sale: Sunday 24th June …

    As promised, a few more details about the forthcoming jumble sale in the hall.

    The event itself will take place on Sunday 24th June, between 11am and 2pm. In addition to the usual stalls, brunch will be available … The hall will be open for stock the day before, Saturday 24th June, from 11am till 2pm. If you have items to donate, but can’t make it then, then do drop us a line. Similarly, let us know if you have any big and bulky items with which you might need a hand. Many thanks in advance.

  • Helpers wanted!

    The next big Garvald Village Hall fundraiser is fast approaching, the annual Jumble Sale on Sunday 24th June. More details will soon be posted about drop off times for stock. But in the meanwhile, can we appeal for helpers? We need people to man the stalls, and assist in the kitchen. Even an hour of your time would be appreciated. If you think you can help, please drop us a line or speak to a committee member. Many MANY *M*A*N*Y* thanks in advance …

  • Diamond Jubilee Celebrations: on-line gallery ….

    Click here to see lots of lovely photos of Sunday’s festivities. And if you’ve got more, please send them in!

  • What a swell party?!

    Thank-you to everyone who turned out to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee yesterday. There was a wonderful atmosphere in the Orchard for the “formalities.” And after lunch, the play-park was buzzing. So much effort had been put into making crowns and boats, that it was a shame to have to choose winners.

    Plenty of people seem to have brought their cameras. If you do have photos which you are happy to share, please send them in. It would be lovely to have a wee commemorative gallery on-line. Keep watching this space …

  • Diamond Jubilee Celebrations: 1 day to go!

    Woohoo! It’s Diamond Jubilee weekend. And Garvald and Morham’s celebrations are only one sleep away …

    The party starts in the Orchard at 12pm tomorrow. The church bells will be ringing as a reminder … Don’t forget to bring your crowns and boats. And dress as red, white and blue as possible. If you haven’t got lunch tickets, please bring a picnic and join us. And the pub will be open too!

    Until tomorrow then. And no rain dances in the interim!

  • Diamond Jubilee Celebrations: 4 days to go …

    Have you made your crown yet? And your boat? If not, why not?! Time is tight. And you can’t rush perfection …

    Please remember to bring your cameras on the “big day.” It would be really nice to have a record of the event. Maybe we’ll even manage a wee gallery here at www.garvald.org.uk

  • Diamond Jubilee Celebrations: 6 days to go!

    Wow, what weather?! Really hope it lasts until our Jubilee celebrations on Sunday …

    Hope you’re all busy making crowns and boats! The event is not specifically “fancy dress,” but feel free to over-do the red, white and blue!

    Anyone a dab hand with face paints? We’ve got a kit, and were hoping to adorn cheeks with Saltires or Union Jacks! If you’d like to volunteer to help, please do drop us a line …