Month: October 2023
Welcome To Autumn
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WELCOME TO AUTUMN
I am sure that many visitors to the hub over the past month have seen the entrance hall basking in shades of orange and gold, embracing the start of the Autumn season.
Conkers and acorns were in abundance along with a super-size pumpkin donated by Anwar from the village store. Inside the hub Halloween was supported by a suitably spooky display.
But let’s not forget what the primary function of the Hub is and that is books! Both displays include a selection of Halloween & Autumn related books available for loan once the displays are taken down.
Can we look forward to more displays in the Hub entrance? The answer to that is a resounding YES. Following on from the Autumn/ Halloween displays, November will see the entrance hall decorated to represent Fireworks & Remembrance and of course Christmas will be the theme for December.
Watch this space for news about the 2024 monthly themes.
Bernie Bird
Here are some new books recommended for you
Fiction:
Hunting the Falcon -Henry V111, Anne, Boleyn, and the marriage that shook Europe by John Guy and Julia Fox.
Nonfiction:
The Palace. From Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of History at Hampton Court by Gareth Russell.
Crime:
Shadow Stock by Andy McNab.
Lying Beside You by Michael Robson.
Romance:
The High Notes by Daniel Steele. Her new novel of stardom and ambition.
Dates for your Diary
Wellbeing Group Friday 17th November 2 -3 p.m. We continue with our monthly group meetings and welcome new members to join us.
Talks at the Hub Friday 24th November 7 p.m. To commemorate Remembrance month, Andy Kellett will return for another popular talk, entitled Shot at Dawn: military executions WW1
Christmas themed Whist Drive Thursday December 14th, at 2pm in the Hub. Call in
for further details
Christmas Raffle. Look out for our wonderful prizes. The draw will take place on Saturday 16th December at 12 noon.
Test your literary knowledge
- Name all four March sisters in Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women.
- Who is the current Poet Laureate?
- What is the name of Harper Lee’s second novel published 2015?
- Which two authors won the Booker prize in 2019?
- Which Emily Brontë novel is the inspiration for a Kate Bush song?
- What is the fourth book in the Harry Potter series?
Valeways Walks In November
Neighbourhood Watch – November
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
Hate Crime – This type of crime has been in the news recently. It is motivated by someone’s hostility or prejudice towards another person because of their race, gender, religion, sexuality, disability or another prejudice. Hate crimes include posting offensive or abusive messages online about a person or group of people.
Anyone can be a victim of hate crime. For example a person may be targeted because someone else thinks they are gay, or because they have a child with a disability.
These incidents have a devastating effect on the victim’s family as well as the victim. They are an attack on a community or group.
Reporting Hate Crime
All hate incidents should be reported so that the police and other agencies know the extent of the problem and can take action.
Police can be contacted through 101 or by the police online reporting form.
Other ways of reporting are:
Crimestoppers. Phone 0800 555 111 or online.
Citizens Advice Bureaux.
Victim Support. 0333 2710094 or online.
Stop Hate UK. Has a 24-hour helpline.
True Vision Online via their website.
Meeting of Co-Ordinators
Co-Ordinators met on October 18. The main points were:
- The 20mph vehicle speed limit was, in general, observed past the school where it was entirely justified. Outside Wenvoe it was felt there were many places and times of day, when the limit was poorly observed and caused frustration to drivers. It was recommended that our views be passed to our Vale Councillor.
- Crime prevalence data from the PCSO for the last few months were reviewed. Most frequently reported was anti-social behaviour followed by fly tipping and then vehicle crime.
- It was noted that the St Lythams Estate Facebook page was well used by residents and a useful source of information. An example of current crime in the Estate is of 2 masked individuals on bikes stealing opportunistically in the middle of the night.
- It was recommended that owners should ensure their property, including residence, be securely locked when not in use.
Alan French
Wenvoe Playgroup’s Christmas Fayre
Grey Skies Did Not Dampen The Spirits
The Stress Buster Strollers
Some gloomy grey skies did not dampen the spirits of the Stress Buster strollers on their monthly walk. Smiles and chatting were in abundance as they strolled through the woods in Romilly Park, uphill on the grass of marine drive, then down the promenade to take a look at the Bull’s Nose on thr Knap beach. Next was Watchtower Bay which was at its best with the tide far out showing the golden sands. A walk through the lakeside gardens and coffee…and more chatting finished an enjoyable, fun morning out!!
October Meeting of Wenvoe W.I.
WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
October Meeting of Wenvoe W.I.
Wenvoe WI met on 5th Oct in the local Church Hall where the members enjoyed a Fish and Chip supper, courtesy of the ‘Fryery’ Fish and Chip shop on Cowbridge Rd , Ely, Cardiff. Individual members’ meals were boxed , and delivered steaming hot, and were delicious. This was followed by a General Knowledge Quiz.
The following afternoon, amid lovely Autumn sunshine, our erstwhile members gathered in the Grounds of St Mary’s Church, where, under the able supervision of Mr Mike Tucker , the Church Sexton, 100 tete a tete bulbs were planted as part of the WI celebrations for the centenary of the Glamorgan Federation of WIs. The bulbs were planted in the shape of the letters WI, and immediately in front of the bench Wenvoe WI had donated to the church several years ago.
Our celebrations will be completed later in the year in December, by a Link Carol service at St Mary’s. Wenvoe WI meets on the first Thursday of each month in the Church Hall at 7pm. November’s meeting will be a demonstration of Christmas Craft by Andrea , from ‘The Daisy Chain’ in Sully, to be held on 2nd November.
New members and ‘tasters’ are always very welcome.
Jan Young ( President)
A Resident Remembers
A RESIDENT REMEMBERS
After bombing raids on Cardiff in 1941 which saw houses in Grangetown flattened by the use of parachute bombs; these explosives were naval mines that were dropped by parachute and would explode at roof level causing maximum impact to the surrounding area. An 8 year old Brian Williams was evacuated, along with the other children. Brian was sent to The Marish Farm in Brecon where he spent the next 18 months getting to grips with farming life in rural Wales. The farmer’s first words to him were “you’re in the country now boy so make sure you shut the gates”. He made a nostalgic return this year, 82 years after his first visit, where he met with the farm’s current owners and told them of his time there. Threshing wheat, shearing sheep, riding horses and by all accounts thoroughly enjoying his time on the farm.
Walk at Cosmeston
Tuckers Reindeer Sale
TUCKERS REINDEER SALE
Saturday 25th November
Not long now! Come along to the 5th annual Tucker’s Christmas Reindeer sale on Saturday 25 November from 10am at 29 Vennwood Close and outside the Church Hall. Apart from the stars of the show there will be some lovely things to buy and a festive atmosphere to get you in the Christmas mood. We are being joined by some local crafters on the day including Trevor and his lovely Christmas houses, Meinir and her printed sweatshirts and Heulwen will be raising money from her beautiful handmade cards for the Library. There will be Tucker family crafts and some really cosy crocheted blankets made and sold by Justine.
We will be holding the usual raffle with some excellent quality prizes including luxury food hampers, a home baked and decorated Christmas cake, some very interesting bottles and some items that would make ideal gifts for adults and children. Once again, profits from this and from the sale of some crafts will be donated to our charity of choice, the Wenvoe Wildlife Group. We are expecting a visit from a gent on a sleigh in a red and white suit which will offer an excellent photograph opportunity. There will, again, be home made cake sold by the slice and all craft tables will be under the cover of Christmas decorated gazebos with festive music providing the backing track to the whole event. Why not join us and pick up a reindeer and some Christmas spirit! These have become collectors items so start making a list of people who deserve one as a gift. Bring a friend and have a festive catch up. We are so looking forward to seeing you there.