Our Shopping Evening at the Civic Centre last night was not strictly a fund raiser for the group. More of an opportunity of thanking a lot of the local artisans that support us all year round. We rented the Civic Hall and gave free table space to any of the local traders who wanted to attend. We bought and supplied Prosecco and warm Mulled Wine plus soft drinks in exchange for a donation to the group. All the artisans provided a prize for the raffle and we ended up with about 15 prizes, we sold the tickets at £1 a strip.
The event was both enjoyed by the traders and was very well attended by members of the public. Jolly atmosphere and a relaxed environment. All in all a very successful evening. We covered our outlays with a healthy surplus. We have run these events in the run up to Christmas before but had to stop during the pandemic, first one for three years. We will no doubt be repeating the event next year.
It was our monthly Coffee Morning this morning which again was well attended. Cancer support group next Tuesday night. Bereavement support group on the second Tuesday of the month.
Our next whole community event will be "Light For A Loved One" which will be held in the town square on Sunday 18th December at 6pm. This will be illuminated paper lanterns that can be personalised if required. The lights are battery powered. A short remembrance period will be held to remember those that we have lost. Participants will keep their lanterns.