Icklesham

CHURCH NEWS: After the pause in the fasting during Lent, when all sorts of naughties were allowed because it was Refreshment Sunday as well as Mothering Sunday, we now have the very solemn Sundays ahead of us. This coming Sunday is Passion Sunday. The 9.30am service will be Parish Eucharist, led by Rev. Canon Robin Whitehead

EASTER LILIES: You have just a little time left now to order lilies from Janet Pegg - 814 735 or Christine Overy, - 814 927. They cost £2 for each name remembered, and the flowers are used in the decoration of the church at Easter.

LENT LUNCH: There will be another Lent Lunch in the Memorial Hall today at 12. 30 pm. Come along to meet your friends and enjoy home-made soup, a selection of cheeses and coffee, with donations to charity.

WEATHER: Just when it should be getting warmer, the weather is having a reverse effect and becoming colder. The arctic winds are certainly reducing the temperatures at the moment. But the birds must know something we don’t, because they are beginning to sing spring songs.

QUEEN’S HEAD: The live music on Sunday will be played by Jem Turpin and Jez Walker, playing Rock ‘n’ Blues. There will be a Quiz on Wednesday 16th from 8.30 pm. The question this time is “Which sea is the only sea without shores?”

MARATHON: If you have not had the opportunity to send/give a donation to Ian for “running” the Hastings half marathon, you have a little time to make good that omission. It takes place on Sunday 20th March, and Ian is collecting for St. Michael’s Hospice. Loose change or spare notes may be left at the Queen’s Head in Icklesham or The Royal Oak in Pett. Or, if you prefer, go to Justgiving and look for IAN-MITCHELL27 and follow the instructions.

MESSAGES FROM STUART: There was a Trust meeting last Monday when it was agreed that we will have a Fete this year. It will be on Flower Show Day, 6th August. Help, ideas, stall holders, raffle, tombola prizes etc are all needed. This will be raising money for the upkeep of the hall.

DJ Kirk is putting on Garage Drum & Bass Night on 19th March in the village Memorial Hall. It will cost £5 per person; bring your own drink. It starts at 7.30 pm and is a New Pavilion Fundraiser.

QUIZ: The next quiz is on 12th March,in aid of New Pavilion Funds. 15 teams are already booked.

PARISH COUNCIL: The Parish Council Annual Meeting will be held in the New Hall at Winchelsea at 7 pm on Wednesday 30th March. This is the opportunity to vote on the New Pavilion. The Trust Meeting last Monday had representatives from all organisations and societies attending. The siting of the new asset to be built on the existing site was discussed and unanimously agreed. Support is now needed from YOU to get the Parish Council to give their consent. PLEASE spread the word and make every effort to attend.

EASTER CRAFT FAIR: This will be on Saturday 19th March in the Memorial Hall from 10 am to 2.30 pm. This is the first Craft Fair of the year, where there will be a colourful display of Easter crafts on sale. We are lucky in Icklesham to have so many talented individuals in our midst. Refreshments will be on sale with delicious home made cakes. There will be an hourly Easter Egg raffle, with 4 draws being made. Everyone is welcome, plenty of free parking next to the children’s play park. Proceeds of the Easter Egg raffle will be donated to charity. Hope to see you there.

ICKLESHAM TRUST COMMITTEE: At the recent Trust meeting the committee elected Zoe Corke as the new hall bookings clerk. Zoe has lived in Icklesham all her life and has two young boys. Her contact details are 01424 814 880 or 07985 275 471. Sandra sends best wishes to Zoe in her new role, and hopes that the newly formed Trust committee will continue to flourish with some new members on board. Sandra was very touched to be presented with a book token by the Trust committee. Thank you all very much.

SCHOOL NEWS: Lots of awards this week.The World Book day was very successful with some fabulous costumes. A whole school parade took place in the playground and winners were chosen from each class. Well done to Isobel & Ned from Bees class; Jasmine & Dylan from Dragonflies; Mabel & Finley from Spiders; and Oscar & Christie from Caterpillars. Sports Relief day is on 18th March. The children are asked to bring £1 donation in exchange for wearing non-uniform During the day there will be a KS2 Sport Relief Mini Six Nations inter-house Rugby Tournament, with the final at 3pm which parents are invited to watch. KS1 will be doing a Wellie walk around the field Parent Consultations appointment sheets will be available during the week beginning 14th March. Please make an appointment. The Head Teacher Awards this week go to; Caterpillars, Oscar; Spiders, James;; Dragonflies, Joseph, and Bees, Isabella & Sophie. The class awards are as follows : Caterpillars, Barnaby & Liam; Spiders, Mei & Cody; Dragonflies, Joseph & Leon; Bees, Ned & Cole. Well done everybody. Spider class will be at the Hastings Music festival on 16th March. Good luck.

CONTACT: If there is anything which you would like advertised, or results, please ring 815 247, pop round or use the email.

AND FINALLY: Haven’t heard of anyone “popping the question” on the leap day.. I missed my chance !!! Enjoy your week. The sun is getting warmer, WHEN we see it. It will soon be the Equinox.

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