Village Voice Echoes July to December 2013

31^st December 2013

Church News

The service this Sunday is a Morning Service at 10.30am, all welcome.

Filby in Bloom

The quiz is still available at the Post Office, to be returned by 11^th January 2014. The 2014 Year Planners are also available free of charge.
The front of the Clubroom has been cleared to make way for a English Cottage Garden, with the Clubroom as a backdrop. We are looking for donations of plants, bulbs and shrubs to keep our costs down. If you have any spare plants, please leave at the Post Office or call Adrian on 01493 369250.

Coffee Morning

The first of the Monthly Coffee Mornings is Thursday 9^th January 10am-12 in the Clubroom. Part of the Filby Collection will be on display as well as advice on keeping warm and energy saving. Proceeds from these coffee mornings will go to Filby New Hall Fund and Filby in Bloom.

Bingo

The first Bingo of the year is Friday 10^th January 7.30pm in the Clubroom. Great prizes and free refreshments.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Saturday 11^th January 7pm for 7.30pm at Filby Bridge Restaurant. Call David on 01493 369250 for further details.

The Great War Centenary 1914/18--2014/18

To commemorate the start of the 1^st World War, we would like to remember the residents of Filby who took part in this conflict and also the 2^nd World War. If you have any information, memorabilia, photographs etc we would be very interested to hear from you. The collection will be kept for future generations. We also include Thrigby and Mautby parishes. For further information phone Lesley or Keith on 01493 369536.

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23^rd December 2013

Church News

No service at Filby this week, but there is a Benefice Holy Communion at Fleggburgh at 10.30am.

Filby in Bloom

The Christmas Quiz is available at the Post Office, with 100 questions on Christmas costing £1 and to be returned by 11^th January 2014.
Also the Filby in Bloom Year Planner is available from the Post Office Free of Charge.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Saturday 11^th January 7pm for 7.30pm at Filby Bridge Restaurant. Call David on 01493 369250 for more details.

Coffee Mornings

The first of the monthly coffee mornings is Thursday 9^th January 10am-12 in the Clubroom. Part of the Filby collection will be on display as well as advice on keeping warm and saving energy. Proceeds from these coffee mornings will go to the New Hall Fund and Filby in Bloom.

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17^th December 2013

Church News

There is no service at Filby this Sunday, but there is a Nativity journey at 3pm starting at Stokesby Green.

Filby in Bloom Quiz

Available at Filby Post Office costing £1. 100 questions on Christmas to be back by 11^th January 2014.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Saturday 11^th January 7 for 7.30pm at Filby Bridge Restaurant. Call David on 01493 369250 for more details.

New Hall

The playing Field Committee are pleased to announce that they have passed stage 2 of the Lottery Application for the New Hall and are now working on stage 3.

Stars and Candles Festival

The church was decorated in gold and silver stars and candles placed in flower displays and decorations of holly and ivy. Displays were arranged by the nursery, school and craft club. Much appreciated was the help given, donations and those people who visited. £920 was raised for Church Funds.

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10^th December 2013

Bingo

Eyes down Friday tonight at 7.30pm for the Christmas Bingo. Great prizes, free refreshments. There will also be a sale table and the Christmas trees will be on display from last week's festival. Proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Festival of Stars and Candles

Filby Church on Saturday 14^th and Sunday 15^th December 10am-3.30pm. Soup and toasted sandwiches will be served from 11am, there will also be stalls and tombola, the weekend finishes with a carol service on Sunday 15^th at 4pm.
On Saturday 14^th at 7.30pm there is a concert with Susie Turner and Annette Jude, Tickets are £7.50 which includes a glass of wine and a buffet. Telephone Trish 368132 or Prue 731052 or pay on the door. Proceeds to the Church.

Filby in Bloom Christmas Quiz

. Available now at the Post Office costing £1 and back by 11^th January 2014. One hundred Christmas questions, proceeds to Filby In Bloom.

Fuel Syndicate

Orders in by December 18^th either leave the order form at the Post Office, telephone Sandi on 01493 369462 or email sandi.lowe2@btinternet.com

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Saturday 11^th January 7 for 7.30pm at Filby Bridge Restaurant. Call David on 01493 369250 for more information and tickets.

Christmas Tree Festival

Thanks to Janet Laxon for co ordinating the trees and anyone who helped in any way. Thanks to everyone who had stalls and everyone for attending. £450 was raised for the New Hall and Bloom funds.

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4^th December 2013

Church News

The service this Sunday is Holy Communion at 10.30am, all welcome.

Christmas Fayre and Christmas Tree Festival

This Sunday 8^th December 2pm -5pm in the Clubroom. Festive stalls, Christmas wreathes and cakes. Bring the children to visit Father Christmas in his grotto amongst the decorated trees for free. Opened at 2pm by the Mayor of Great Yarmouth. Proceeds to Filby in Bloom and the New Hall Fund. Raffle tickets for the main draw are available at the Post Office, with a top prize of £50, kindly donated by a local business in memory of Mrs Mary Gay.

Cakes and Prizes Needed

If you have any spare prizes or have time to bake any cakes or savouries please leave at the Post Office by Sunday morning for the Christmas Fayre.

Bingo

Friday 13^th December 7.30pm in the Clubroom, this is the Christmas special not to be missed.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Saturday 11^th January 2014 7.30pm Filby Bridge Restaurant. Contact David on 01493 369250 for more details.

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26^th November 2013

Clothes Collection

The next collection is on Saturday 30^th November from 10am. Please leave any clothes, shoes and bags near your gate for collection. If you need anything collected at any other time call 01493 369250.

Church News

There is no service at Filby this week, but there is an Advent Holy Communion at 11am at the Millennium Barn, Stokesby at 11am.
On the 14^th/15^th December there is a «Festival of Stars and Candles» in the Church from 10am-3.30pm.
On Sunday 15^th at 4pm there is a Carol service, and on Saturday 14^th at 7.30pm there is a Concert. Tickets £7.50 on the door or from Trish Durden. Enquiries to Sue Smith 01493 369291.

Filby in Bloom

A meeting has been called for Monday 2^nd December in the Clubroom at 7pm. We will be looking at 2013 results and planning for 2014.
We will be holding regular coffee mornings on the second Thursday of each month next year, starting on January 9^th from 10am-12.

Christmas Fayre and Christmas Tree Festival

Sunday 8^th December in the Clubroom 2pm -5pm. Bring the Children along to meet Santa in his grotto amongst the decorated trees. All the normal festive stalls. Proceeds to the New Hall Fund and Filby in Bloom. Call Adrian on 01493 369250 for more details.

Bingo

The Christmas special is on Friday 13^th December in the Clubroom at 7.30pm.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Saturday 11^th January 2014,7.30pm at Filby Bridge Restaurant. Call David on 01493 369250 for more details.

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20^th November 2013

Church News

No service at Filby this week, but there is joint Holy Communion at Fleggburgh at 10.30am, all welcome.

Christmas Bazaar

Last Saturday's bazaar raised £500 for the New Hall Fund. Thanks to everyone who helped and supported the event.

Filby in Bloom

A meeting has been called for Monday 2^nd December 7pm in the Clubroom to update on 2014 entry. Regular coffee mornings on the second Thursday of each month start on Thursday 9^th January 2014, the Filby Archive will be on display. Money raised for in bloom and the New Hall.

Christmas Fayre and Christmas Tree Festival

Sunday 8^th December 2pm-5pm in the Clubroom. Come and meet Father Christmas in his Grotto amongst the decorated trees. Seasonal refreshments, draw, tombola and festive stalls. Proceeds to the New Hall and Filby in Bloom.

Bingo

The next Bingo is Friday 13^th December 7.30pm in the Clubroom This is the Christmas special, not to be missed.

Christmas Festival

The Church will be holding a festival of stars and candles on Saturday 14^th and Sunday 15^th December 10am-3.30pm. Refreshments will be served 11am-3pm. There will also be a tombola and jams on sale. The weekend will finish with a carol service on Sunday at 4pm.
Tickets are now available for a Christmas concert with vocalist Susie Turner accompanied by Annette Turner on Saturday 14^th December at 7.30pm in the Church. Tickets £7.50 from Trish Durden or on the door. Enquires telephone Sue Smith on 01493 369291.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Saturday 11^th January 2014 7pm for 7.30pm Filby Bridge Restaurant. Call David on 01493 369250 for more information.

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12^th November 2013

Jumble Sale

Last Saturday's sale raised £412 for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Much appreciated was all the support given. Next sale is in March for Caister Youth Centre.

Church News

The service this Sunday is Holy Communion at 10.30am all welcome.

Filby in Bloom

We had the great news last Wednesday that we are back in the Britain in Bloom Finals for 2014. This will be the fourth year running, and after being runners up for the last three years work has already started to win in 2014. A meeting has been arranged with Pentland plants for the morning of Wednesday 27th November and a Filby in Bloom meeting has been called for Monday 2^nd December 7pm in the Clubroom. Both meetings open to everyone.
In 2014 we will be holding regular coffee mornings in the Clubroom on the second Thursday of every Month 10am-12 Midday starting 9^th January 2014. The money raised going to Filby in Bloom and the New Hall Fund. Call Adrian on 01493 369250 for more information and to get involved.

Christmas Bazaar

This Saturday 16^th November 10am-1pm in the Clubroom Great Christmas Wreathes, cards, raffle, tombola and refreshments. Proceeds to the New Hall Fund. Call Jenny on 01493 369250 for further information.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Saturday 11^th January 2014 7pm for 7.30pm at Filby Bridge Restaurant. Call David on 01493 369250 for information and tickets.

Christmas Fayre and Christmas Tree Festival

Sunday 8^th December 2pm -5pm in the Clubroom. Come and meet Santa in the grotto amongst the decorated trees, All the normal festive stalls and produce

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5^th November 2013

Firework Display

Last Sunday's Firework display raised £2126 for the New Hall Fund. Thanks to Keith Jolliffe for painting the boards, Ashleigh Print and Design for the Posters, Derek Cannon and family for letting off the fireworks, David Hipperson, Paul Simmonds and Ivor Ladds for helping on the gate, all the Committee who helped in any way and everybody who attended to make the evening a success. Next year's date for your diary is Sunday 2^nd November 2014.

Church News

This Sunday meet at the War Memorial at 10.55am for an act of Remembrance followed by Morning Prayer in the Church, all welcome.

Bingo

Eyes down Friday night at 7.30pm in the Clubroom. Great prizes, free refreshments, proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Jumble Sale

Saturday 9^th November 2pm at Fleggburgh Village Hall. Items can be left from 10am onwards at the Hall, proceeds to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Call Sue on 01493 369291 or Lesley on 01493 369536 for more information.

Remembrance Sunday

This Sunday 10^th November, a Wreath will be laid at the FEPOW Memorial on Filby Pound, 10.55 an act of Remembrance at the War Memorial at Filby Church and at 12.30 a service will be held at the FEPOW Memorial on Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth.

Christmas Bazaar

Saturday 16^th November 10am-1pm in the Clubroom. All the normal festive stalls, call Jenny on 01493 369250 for more details.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Filby Bridge Restaurant, Saturday 11^th January 2014, 7.00 for 7.30pm. Contact David on 01493 369250 for more information and tickets.

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29^th October 2013

Church News

The service this Sunday is at 3pm and is to remember those who have died.

Bonfire and Fireworks

The annual display is Sunday 3^rd November on Filby Playing Field. Gates open at 5pm, bonfire is lit at 6pm followed by fireworks. Children's rides, hot food, teas and hot soup and a beer tent. Entrance £3 Adults £2 children and Free carparking, please feel free to bring a guy. For further information call Adrian on 01493 369250.

Bingo

The next Bingo is on Friday 8^th November at 7.30pm in the Clubroom. Great prizes, free refreshments.

Jumble Sale

Saturday 9^th November 2pm Fleggburgh Village Hall in aid of the Royal British Legion. Items can be left from 10am onwards. Call Sue 01493 369291 or Lesley 01493 369536 for more information.

Remembrance Sunday

10^th November. At 10am a wreath will be laid at the FEPOW Memorial on Filby Pound. At 11am there will be a act of remembrance and service at Filby Church and at 12.30 a service will be held at the FEPOW Memorial on Marine Parade Great Yarmouth.

Christmas Bazaar

Saturday 16^th November 10am-1pm in the Clubroom. All the normal festive stalls, proceeds to the New Hall Fund. Call Jenny on 01493 369250 for further details.

Christmas Tree Festival and Fayre

Sunday 8^th December 2pm-5pm in the Clubroom on Filby Playing Field. Come and meet Santa in his Grotto amongst the decorated Trees. Refreshments, tombola Christmas Draw and festive stalls. Proceeds to Filby in Bloom and the New Hall.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Filby Bridge Restaurant, Saturday 11^th January 2014 7pm for 7.30pm. Contact David on 01493 369250 for more information and tickets.

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22^nd October 2013

Craft Weekend

Filby Craft Club celebrated their 10 year anniversary with an Early Bird Craft Weekend. The weekend was very successful raising £200 which will be divided between the New Hall and the Craft Club.

Church News

There is no service at Filby this Sunday, but there is a Joint Holy Communion at Fleggburgh at 10.30am.

Bonfire and Firework Display

The Annual Bonfire and Firework display is on Filby Playing Field on Sunday 3^rd November. Gates open at 5pm, the Bonfire is lit at 6pm followed by Fireworks. There are children's rides, hot food, teas and soup. Adults £3, children £2 with free car parking. A great night out for the family.

Bingo

The next Playing Field Bingo is Friday 8^th November at 7.30pm in the Clubroom. Great prizes, free refreshments, proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Jumble Sale

Saturday 9^th November 2pm at Fleggburgh Village Hall, in aid of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Items to sell can be left at the Hall on the morning after 10am. Call Lesley 01493 369536 or Sue on 01493 369291 for enquires and collection.

Christmas Bazaar

Saturday 16^th November 10am-1pm, in the Clubroom on the Playing Field. Festive stalls, refreshments, Christmas wreathes and decorations. Call Jenny on 01493 369250 for more details.

Conservative Christmas Dinner

Saturday 11^th January 2014 at Filby Bridge Restaurant, 7 for 7.30pm. For further details and to reserve tickets call David on 01493 369250.

Christmas Fayre and Christmas Tree Festival

Sunday 8^th December 2pm-5pm in the Clubroom on the Playing Field. Come and meet Santa amongst the decorated Trees, Christmas stalls and Seasonal gifts. For further information call Janet on 01493 368165 or Adrian on 01493 369250.

Filby in Bloom

All the baskets were taken down at the weekend and stored away for 2014. Begonia corms and fushias were saved and potted up to over winter. Christmas baskets are now being prepared and we would like to encourage people to decorate up this year with lights to compliment the village displays. A meeting is arranged on Wednesday 27^th November in the Morning with Pentland Plants to discuss the 2014 campaign. If you would like to get involved with in Bloom in any way call Adrian on 01493 369250.

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15^th October 2013

Church News

The service this Sunday is Holy Communion at10.30am, all welcome.

Early Bird Christmas Fair

This Saturday and Sunday 19^th and 20^th October in the Clubroom 10am-2pm. Come along for a cup of tea, and pick up a bargain.

Filby in Bloom

On Saturday in Cleethorpes Filby picked up a Gold Medal in Britain in Bloom and came runners up in our village group. This is the third year running we have been runners up but it has been a good year with Gold Medals in Yarmouth in Bloom and Anglia in Bloom.

Bonfire and Firework display

Sunday 3^rd November on Filby Playing Field. Gates open at 5pm, Bonfire lit at 6pm, followed by Fireworks. Children's rides, hot food and a bar. Adults £3, children £2, free car parking.

Christmas Tree Festival and Fayre

Sunday 8^th December in the Clubroom 2pm-5pm. Come and meet Santa in his grotto amongst the decorated trees. Proceeds to the New Hall Fund and Filby in Bloom. Contact Janet on 01493 368165.

Jumble Sale

Saturday 9^th November 2pm at Fleggburgh Village Hall, proceeds to the Royal British Legion. Contact Sue 369291 or Lesley 369536.

Fuel Syndicate

Orders for this month need to be in by Wednesday 23^rd October. Leave the form at Filby Post Office, call Sandi on 01493 369462 or email sandi.lowe2@btinternet.com. Orders from surrounding villages are most welcome...

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8^th October 2013

Bingo

Eyes down Friday night at 7.30pm in the Clubroom. Great prizes, free refreshments, proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Bonfire and Fireworks

The annual display is on Filby Playing Field on Sunday 3^rd November, gates open at 5pm, bonfire lit at 6pm. Children's rides, hot food and bar. For further enquires call Adrian on 01493 369250.

Jumble Sale

The June sale raised money for the Cycle response unit and a letter from Darren Rutherford has confirmed the money raised has been put towards a light weight defibrillator.

Church News

The quiz held in the Church last Friday raised £325 for communities in Brazil. The winning team, on 119 points, was Run and Hess who received a bottle of wine each. The people of the Quilombola region face many threats from mining, logging and fishing companies and it is hoped the money raised will be sent to support the people's land rights. The Morning Prayer service on Sunday was led by the Worship group, a film was show about the Quilombola project in Brazil and the collection of £62 was donated to this cause, giving a total of £387 being donated to the Quilombola project in Brazil. The next Church service on Sunday is Holy Communion at 10.30am.

Christmas Tree Festival and Fayre

Filby Playing Field Sunday 8^th December 2pm-5pm. Proceeds to Filby in Bloom and the New Hall Fund. For further details call Adrian on 01493 369250 or Janet on 01493 368165.

Early Bird Christmas Craft Fair

Saturday 19^th and Sunday 20^th October 10am-2pm, Filby Clubroom, refreshments available.

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2^nd October 2013

Church News

The service this Sunday is a Morning Service at 10.30am.
The concert last Saturday raised £100 for Church funds. The concert was also the first opportunity to switch on the newly installed lights on the Church car park and the path leading to the Church.
The Benefice lunch last month was at Fairhaven Tea Rooms followed by a trip on South Walsham Inner Broad.
The next lunch is at Stokesby Social Club on Thursday 24^th October at 12 noon.

Jumble Sale

A Cheque for £385 was presented by Sue Smith, Sue Cox and Lesley Johnson to John and Toni at their Hemsby home for Foxy Lodge Wildlife Rescue. John then gave the three ladies a guided tour of the various species being treated, including foxes and hedgehogs.
The next sale is November 9^th at Fleggburgh Village Hall at 2pm for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

Early Bird Christmas Craft Fair

Saturday 19^th and Sunday 20^th October in the Clubroom 10am-2pm. Organised by Filby Craft Club, teas and Coffees available.

Bingo

The next Playing Field Bingo is Friday 11^th October 7.30pm in the Clubroom. Great prizes, proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Bonfire and Fireworks

The Annual Bonfire and Firework display on Filby Playing Field is on Sunday 3^rd November, gates open at 5pm Bonfire at 6pm followed by Fireworks. Children's rides, hot food and Bar. Further enquiries call Adrian on 01493 369250.

Shrub and Bulb Bank

If you have any spare shrubs that can be moved or any bulbs, please contact Filby in Bloom on 01493 369250, as we are trying to establish a stock of permanent plants that can be used in the village.

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24^th September 2013

MacMillan Coffee Morning

Friday 10am-1pm in the Clubroom. Come along and enjoy homemade cakes, local crafts, raffle and bag tombola. Please support this worthy cause.

Church News

There is no service this Sunday, but there is a Benefice Holy Communion at Mautby at 10.30am. There is a Gilbert and Sullivan concert in the Church on Saturday 28^th September 7.30pm. Tickets are £8.50 including a buffet. All proceeds to Church funds.

Quiz Evening

Friday 4^th October 7.15pm in the Church.Tickets are £5 per person in teams of 6, this includes a buffet, but bring your own drinks. All the money raised will go to the Quilombola community in Brazil to preserve their Brazil nut harvest and the rain forest. Register your team with Sally on 369533. Single people welcome, a place will be found for you on a team.

Clothes Collection

Saturday 28^th September from 10am onwards. Please leave any clothes, shoes etc near your gate for collection. If you would like items collected at any other time call Adrian on 01493 369250

Fete Result

The amount raised at the moment is £2973 with Bar and BBQ to come in. Thanks to everyone who helped in any way and everyone who attended to make the day a success.

In Bloom

The village pond has now been cleared and the pipe draining of the Main Road located and cleared. Two new seats have been purchased via the Parish Council with money allocated by our local Borough Councillor David Thompson. They have been positioned on the Pound replacing the old bench in memory of Elsworth Filby, and at the Community Orchard. Britain in Bloom results are on 12^th October at Cleethorpes.

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17^th September 2013

Jumble Sale

Last week's sale raised £385 for Foxy Lodge Wildlife Rescue at Hemsby. The next sale is 9^th November at Fleggburgh for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Lesley and Sue much appreciate all the items given, donations and raffle prizes. Items can be collected, call Lesley 369536 or Sue 369291.

Bowls Club

Filby Bowls Club held their end of season social night at the Fox and Hounds on Friday night. Presentations were made to the following: The Basil Secker Cup was won by Linda Jenkins and Norman Ellis, The Henry Hunn Cup was won by Tom Courteney, the Kibby Tennant Trophy won by John Baldry, the Ruth Elderkin Cup was won by Steve Elderkin and the Terry Payne Memorial Cup was won by Ted Franklin. Members enjoyed a fun quiz and a fine buffet kindly prepared by the Fox and Hounds. Thanks to all who attended and John Baldry for arranging the evening.

MacMillan Coffee Morning

Friday 27^th September 10am-1pm at the Clubroom. Any cake, donation or help contact Wendy Green on 369080.

Clothes Collection

Saturday 28^th September from 10am. Please leave any clothes, shoes and handbags near your gate for collection. If you would any items collected any other time, call Adrian on 369250. Proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Filby In Bloom

On Friday Filby won the Best Kept Village in the Borough of Great Yarmouth with a Gold. The Post Office won Best Commercial premises with a Gold, and the Allotments also received a Gold Medal. In Anglia in Bloom Filby won the Best Village with a Gold . All eyes are now on October 12^th when the Britain in Bloom results are announced. In the mean time we carry on maintaining the displays and other environmental improvements.

Filby Calendars

These are still available at £5 at the Post Office. Over 200 have already been sold with proceeds going to the New Hall Fund.

Fuel Syndicate

Orders need to be in by September 25^th either phone Sandi on 01493 369462, email Sandi.lowe2@btinternet.com , or leave an order form at the Post office. New Members from Filby and surrounding Parishes always welcome.

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10^th September 2013

Bingo

Eyes down Friday night at 7.30pm in the Clubroom. Great prizes, free refreshments proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Church News

The service this Sunday is Holy Communion at 10.30am, all welcome.

Jumble Sale

Saturday 14^th September 2pm Fleggburgh Village Hall in aid of Foxy Lodge Wildlife Rescue Centre. Contact Sue Smith on 369291 or Lesley Johnson on 369536.

Concert.

An evening of Gilbert and Sullivan in the Church on Saturday 28^th September 7.30pm. Tickets £8.50 from PCC members or on the door. All proceeds to church Funds.

Filby Calendars

These are available at Filby Post Office, Fox and Hounds, Kings Head, Filby Bridge Restaurant, Arcade Florist Great Yarmouth and Tanners Hair Studio in Caister. The price is £5 with proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

MacMillan Coffee Morning

Friday 27^th September 10am-1pm in the Clubroom. Come along and enjoy homemade cakes, local crafts, raffle and bag tombola. Please support this worthy cause. Any cake donations or help please contact Wendy Green on 369080.

Clothes Collection

Our next clothes collection is Saturday 28^th September from 10am. Please leave any clothes, shoes and handbags near your gate for collection. If you would like any items collected at any time call Adrian on 369250. Proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Bonfire and Firework Display

Sunday 3^rd November 5pm Filby Playing Field. Make a note in your diary for this great value family evening. Rides, hot food and refreshments and free car parking.

Filby in Bloom

Work started on Saturday clearing the fallen tree out of the village pond. Over the next few weeks other debris will be cleared and wildlife habitats created. If you would like to get involved with any aspect of our Bloom Campaign call in the Post Office or call Adrian on 01493 369250.

Fuel Syndicate

Orders need to be in by September 25^th either phone Sandy on 01493 369462, email Sandi.lowe2@btinternet.com or leave a form at Filby Post Office. New members from Filby and surrounding Parishes always welcome.

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4^th September 2013

Church News

The service this Sunday is a Morning service at 10.30am, all welcome.

Bingo

The next Playing Field Bingo is on Friday 13^th September in the Clubroom.

Jumble Sale

Saturday 14^th September 2pm at Fleggburgh Village Hall. Items can be left from 10am onwards. Contact Sue on 369291 or Lesley 369536. Proceeds to the Foxy Lodge wildlife rescue.

Concert

An evening of Gilbert and Sullivan in the Church on Saturday 28^th September 7.30pm. Tickets £8.50 from PCC members or on the door. All proceeds to church funds.

Filby Calendars

These are available at Filby Post Office, Fox and Hounds, Kings Head, Filby Bridge Restaurant, Arcade Florist in Great Yarmouth and Tanners Hair Studio in Caister.
Thanks to John Baldry for sponsoring the initial print. The price is £5 with proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

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28^th August 2013

Church News

The service this Sunday is Holy Communion at 10.30am, all welcome.

Bingo

The next Playing Field Bingo is on Friday 13^th September 7.30pm in the Clubroom. Great prizes and free refreshments.

Jumble Sale

Saturday 14^th September 2pm Fleggburgh Village Hall. Items for sale can be left at the Hall from 10am in the morning. Donations or draw prizes are always appreciated. Sue 369291 or Lesley 369536 always happy to pick items up. Proceeds to the Foxy Lodge Wildlife Rescue.

Concert

An evening of Gilbert and Sullivan in the Church on Saturday 28^th September 7.30pm. Tickets £8.50 including a glass of wine and buffet, Tickets from PCC members or on the door. Money raised will be for the Church.

In Bloom

With award ceremonies on Sept 10^th and October 12^th, please continue to dehead and keep the village looking in good shape. We had lots of visitors over the Bank Holiday and lots of complimentary comments. If you would like to get more involved contact Adrian on 01493 369250 or call in the Post Office

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21^st August 2013

August Fete

The 59^th Annual Fete is on Monday 26^th August at 1.30pm on Filby Playing Field. Rob Chandler of Heart Radio will be live on stage. Razz the clown is giving a free childrens show. There is a Dog Display, archery and many more stalls and attractions.
At 8pm we have the finale firework display, music with Hank Bemarvin, hot food and a Bar run by the Norfolk Broads Lions. To book a stall or further information call Adrian on 01493 369250.

Cakes and Savouries Needed

Pat Bell is hoping you will bake for the Fete Cake stall. I need your support as usual for this to happen successfully. Please leave any cakes etc in the Tea Rooms on the morning of 26^th August, or at Filby Post Office.

Tombola Prizes Needed

We need any items for the Tombola, please leave at Filby Post Office or phone 01493 369250 for collection.

The Filby Collection

Our next display will open tomorrow in the clubroom for the August Bank Holiday Weekend that is Saturday, Sunday and Monday 24^th, 25^th and 26^th August from 10am-4pm. It will feature our growing collection of photos of Filby weddings and Filby Folk as well as the 1841, 1891, 1901 and 1911 census records of Filby and Thrigby and other records from the collection.

Anglia in Bloom Awards Ceremony

The Award Ceremony this year is on Tuesday 10^th September at St Albans, 10.30am-3pm. Anyone interested in going please contact Adrian on 01493 369250.

Church News

There is no service at Filby this weekend, but there is a Benefice Cafe Church at Runham starting at 8.30am, incorporating Holy Communion, Holiday Club Celebration Service, activities, discussion plus bacon butties, croissants, donuts, coffee etc. Come when you can, leave when you like, all welcome.

Quizaid

Friday October 4^th 7.15pm in Filby Church The cost is £5 per head and there needs to be 6 people in a team. A light Buffet is provided, but bring your own drink. This event is raising funds for the Christian Aid Harvest Appeal, for the QUILOM BOLA community in Brazil, to preserve the rain forest and the Brazil nut harvest on which they depend. To reserve places telephone Sally on 369533 or Sue on 369291.

Coffee Morning

Wednesday 4^th September 10.30am-12 in Fleggburgh Village Hall, in aid of The Norfolk Association for the Disabled, raising money for outings for the disabled. Bring and Buy, cakes, plants etc

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14^th August 2013

August Fete

The 59^th Annual Fete is on Monday 26^th August at 1.30pm on Filby Playing Field. Rob Chandler of Heart Radio is live on stage, Razz the clown is giving a free childrens' show. There is a dog display, archery and many stalls and attractions. At 8pm we have the Finale Firework Display. To book a stall or further information call Adrian on 01493 369250.

The Filby Collection

Our next display is on the August Bank Holiday weekend: 24^th, 25^th and 26^th August 10am-4pm in the Clubroom. It will feature our growing collection of photos of Filby Weddings and Filby Folk, as well as the 1841, 1891, 1901 and 1911 census records for Filby and Thrigby. For further information call Keith or Lesley on 01493 369536.

Church News

The service this Sunday is at 10.30am and is a special service to celebrate the music of, and to dedicate a new Headstone to, Humphrey Walpole who was the Church organist for over 50 years. Refreshments will be served after the dedication and every one is welcome to attend. Telephone Lesley Johnson 369536 or Sue Smith on 369291 for further information.

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6^th August 2013

Bingo

Eyes Down Friday night at 7.30pm in the Clubroom. Great prizes, free refreshments, proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Judging.

Both Anglia in Bloom and Britain in Bloom judging went very well. Please continue to dead head and weed and maintain the standard as we will have many visitors passing through in August and September.

Church News

The service this Sunday is Holy Communion at 10.30am, all welcome.
On Sunday 18^th August, at 10.30am, there will be a special service to celebrate the music of, and to dedicate the new headstone to, Humphrey Walpole who was the Church Organist and Choir Master for over 50 years.
Humphrey died in 1953 and, after fund raising last year, a head stone was purchased which is now in place on his grave.
The service will consist of music old and new to reflect his love of a wide range of music.
Refreshments will be served after the dedication and every one is welcome to attend, especially from the village. Several of Humphrey's relatives from away will be attending.
Telephone Lesley Johnson 369536 or Sue Smith for any enquiry.

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31^st July 2013

Church News

The service this Sunday is Morning Worship at 10.30am, all welcome.

Britain in Bloom

Judging takes place on Monday 5^th August at 9.30am. Please make sure we are looking our best.

August Fete

The 59^th Annual Fete is on Monday 26^th August at 1.30pm on Filby Playing Field. Rob Chandler of Heart Radio is live on stage, Razz the Clown is giving a free children's show, many stalls and attractions. At 8pm we have a Finale Firework Display.
To book a stall or for further information call Adrian on 01493 369250.
Prizes needed. In order for the fete to be a success we need prizes, large and small for the tombola and raffles. Please leave at the Post Office or call 01493 369250 for collection.

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24^th July 2013

Church News

No service at Filby this week, but there is a Holy Communion at Fleggburgh at 10.30am.

Clothes Collection

This Saturday from 10am onwards. Please leave any items near your gate for collection. If you have any items to collect at any time call 01493 369250.

Britain in Bloom

Judging for Britain in Bloom takes place on Monday 5^th August 9.30am. If you would like to get more involved call in at the Post Office or call Adrian on 01493 369250

August Fete

The 59^th Annual Fete is on Monday 26^th August from 1.30pm on Filby Playing Field. Rob Chandler of Heart Radio, Razz the Clown, dog display, archery, ferret racing and much more, call 01493 369250 for more information or to book a stall. At 8pm we have a giant firework display, bar and BBQ.

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17^th July 2013

Bingo

Eyes down Friday night in the clubroom at 7.30pm. Great prizes, free refreshments, proceeds to the New Hall Fund.

Church News

The service this Sunday is Holy Communion at 10.30am, all welcome.

Open Gardens Weekend

Both days were busy and good weather certainly helped. It was good to see all the village organisations working together. The school fete was well attended and Open Gardens raised £1527 to be shared equally with the Church, the New Hall and «in Bloom». Thanks to everyone who opened their gardens and helped in any way.

Clothes Collection

Saturday 27^th July 10am onwards. Please leave any clothes, shoes and handbags near your gate for collection or phone Adrian on 01493 369250

New Hall Update

An open public meeting has been called for Tuesday 23^rd July 7pm in the Clubroom. Please come along to hear an update on the New Hall, this is important as it is part of our Lottery submission.

Britain in Bloom

Judging for Britain in Bloom takes place on Monday 5^th August at 9.30am, please make sure we look our best. if you would like to get more involved call in the Post Office or call Adrian on 01493 369250.

August Annual Fete

The 59^th Annual Fete is Monday 26^th August 1.30pm on Filby Playing field. Rob Chandler of Heart Radio, Razz the clown, dog display and much, much more. Call 01493 369250 to book a stall or any more information.

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10^th July 2013

Filby in Bloom Open Gardens

This Saturday and Sunday 13^th/14^th July 10am-4pm. Parking on Filby Playing Field where maps, teas and toilets available.
In the Clubroom the Filby Collection is showing its collection of wedding photos, the collection has grown since it was first displayed 4 years ago in the church, contact Keith or Lesley on 01493 369536.
In the Church lunches are available and a tombola. On Sunday, at 4.30pm, a celebration service will take place.
There is also a giant garage sale at Laburnum Cottage opposite Filby Post Office.
The school is also open with a Fete on Saturday at 1pm.
For further details contact Adrian on 01493 369250.

Jumble Sale

The most recent sale raised £480 for the Cycling Paramedics, next sale September 14^th at Fleggburgh Village Hall for Foxy Lodge.

Concert

The Gorleston Community Choir performed at the church on Saturday. £375 was raised for church funds.

Marie Curie Blooming Great Tea Party

raised £620. Thanks to everyone who helped, attended, donated and supported.

Bingo

Friday 19^th July in the Clubroom at 7.30pm, all welcome.

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3^rd July 2013

Church News

The service this Sunday is at 2.30pm and is the Filby Association service.

Filby in Bloom Open Gardens

Saturday 13^th and Sunday 14^th July 10am-4pm. Parking on Filby Playing Field. Maps, teas and toilets available.
In the Clubroom the Filby Collection is showing its collection of wedding photos, the collection has grown since it was first displayed 4 years ago in the church, contact Keith or Lesley on 01493 369536.
In the Church tea, coffee, homemade cakes, soup and ploughman's lunches available, and on Sunday at 4.30pm a celebration service for in bloom.
There is also a giant garage sale at Laburnum Cottage opposite Filby Post Office.
The school is also open with a Fete on Saturday at 1pm.
For further information contact Adrian on 01493 369250.

Jumble Sale

The most recent Jumble raised £480 for the cycling paramedics. The next sale is September 14^th at Fleggburgh Village Hall.

Marie Curie Blooming Great Tea Party

Raised £620. Thanks to everyone who helped, donated and supported the event.

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