Metheringham Over 60's Club Update Spring 2010

On 2 December 124 members and guests attended our Annual Christmas Dinner. The catering was excellent and we assume that all those who attended enjoyed themselves because we have not had any complaints.

Unfortunately, our first event of 2010 was cancelled because of the snow and icy conditions. This was to ensure that members were not put at undue risk of injury. The chairman, Margaret Amos, has re-booked the presentation on Bees for our April meeting.

Wednesday 13 January, 22 members travelled by coach to Nottingham to see the Pantomime "Jack in the Beanstalk" starring Nigel Havers. Despite the weather, snow and ice, everyone enjoyed the pre-show shopping and the pantomime. Through incapacity several people were unable to make the trip. One in particular, Sandie Williams, tried skating on black ice, landed on her coccyx and spent the next hour lying on her back waiting for an ambulance. A paramedic arrived within about 10 minutes but the ambulance service was so busy Sandie had to remain lying on the pavement until an ambulance arrived from the Skegness area. After a day in an extremely busy A&E, looked after by marvellous staff, during which x-rays showed, apart from her pride, that nothing had been broken, she spent the next two days in hospital. Sandie is still a bit sore. You could say she starred in her own pantomime alongside Jack (Frost)! Sandie would like to express her thanks to Mrs. Margaret Halliwell who came out with a blanket to keep her warm. Many residents and unknown people stopped their cars to enquire if they could assist. Community spirit lives on especially in Metheringham - thank you.

We have received details of a writing competition, including poetry; anyone over 50 will be eligible. There are six titles to choose from, as follows:

1. 1. The most difficult decision I have ever made.


2. 2. The sixties - I was there.


3. 3. My hero.


4. 4. I wish I had.


5. 5. I like to watch


6. 6. If I could live my life again.

The closing date is Fri, 9 April 2010. For details and entry form contact the Sec.
Just to remind you - diary notes:

Wed 3 March - We will hold our Annual General Meeting in the village hall. Doors open at 6.30 p.m. and the meeting commences at 7.00p.m. The meeting will be followed by a fish & chip supper and we look forward to seeing as many members as possible.

Sat 6 March and 13 June - Coffee Mornings will be held in the village hall between 10.00-11.30 a.m. Open to all, we have a raffle, a bric-a-brac stall including books and a cake stall. Any items for donation kindly accepted.

Current club members re-sign during April and new members are accepted during May. There is a waiting list for membership but you are welcome to join the list by contacting the Chairman Margaret Amos on Tel: 01526 321049.

Non-members are welcome at all our meetings as guests for a fee of £2.00p and this includes a cup of tea or coffee with a biscuit during the interval.

Wed 5 May - new members sign up and the entertainment will now be `Just Chilled' comprising of a female singer, in the style of Ella Fitzgerald, with a male guitarist providing the backing.

Coach trips will be on the 2 June, 7 July and the 4 August. Details of destinations will be notified to members and guests initially at the AGM.

Dave Williams Secretary