Can you solve the mystery of The Hursley Homicide?
In 1580, the tenants of Sir Thomas Clarke, Lord of Hursley Manor, are enjoying their annual hog roast. But the evening is thrown into confusion when a body is found.
Who’s the victim?
Why were they killed? [Read more…] about Murder Mystery Dinner: The Hursley Homicide
What’s Silly Sock Day?
Autism Awareness Day is on Friday 14th June. Hampshire Autistic Society would like you to get involved by taking part in Silly Sock Day.
[Read more…] about What’s Silly Sock Day?
Chandler’s Ford library celebrated its 30th birthday last Saturday.
Outside the library, there were Jude’s ice cream, drinks and cupcakes. Children enjoyed their story time outdoor, with a bit of sunshine, fortunately.
Inside the library, Mr Tall was busy entertaining children. [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Library: 30th Happy Birthday!
This coming Saturday (25th May), Chandler’s Ford library is celebrating its 30th birthday. Don’t forget to visit the library to celebrate it together.
Here are some of the exciting activities on the day:
Featuring Mr Tall and Jude’s Ice Cream [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Library: 30th Birthday
Remember David Tripp, who plays easy listening cool jazz music? David is a professional musician from Chandler’s Ford. I met him for the first time at the Fryern Funtasia event early this month.
Today, David sent me a surprised ‘thank you’ gift, in the form of an mp3 via email.
I love this little surprise. [Read more…] about Autumn Leaves In Summer
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust (HIWWT) had a strong presence at Fryern Funtasia 2013 in Chandler’s Ford.
At the HIWWT stand, a volunteer educated the public using the skeletons of the wildlife animals. [Read more…] about Fryern Funtasia 2013: Wildlife Paradise
At Fryern Funtasia 2013 in Chandler’s Ford, I relaxed on the grass and enjoyed a blissful open air theatre moment. It was a luxury.
Fryern Recreation Ground was filled with music: Chandler’s Ford Boys’ Brigade Brass Band, Cool Jazz by David Tripp, and the open air theatre by the very talented young people from Centrestage Productions Youth Theatre. [Read more…] about Fryern Funtasia 2013: Blissful With Centrestage Youth
Did you spot a red feather at Fryern Funtasia 2013 in Chandler’s Ford?
Professional musician David Tripp played the guitar beautifully. The stylish musician, a local resident, performed just right at the Methodist Church’s catering stand. [Read more…] about Fryern Funtasia 2013: Cool Jazz
Chandler’s Ford Chameleon Theatre Company was formed in 1965 and their members are busy planning events to celebrate their 50th Anniversary.
Recruitment from Chameleon Theatre Company:
[Read more…] about Join Chameleons
People in Chandler’s Ford are blessed. There will be an unmissable Celebration Concert on the 25th of May (Saturday) in Chandler’s Ford, held at St. Boniface Church. The concert is open to everyone.
This highly anticipated concert of choral music features The Convivium Singers and St. Boniface choir.
The music director behind this concert is the remarkable [Read more…] about Concert, Life And Passion: Interview Dr. Hugh Benham
The Fat Controller thoroughly enjoyed himself at Fryern Funtasia 2013 in Chandler’s Ford. He was meticulous with his job. He entertained young and old visitors with a great sense of humour.
After one exhausting duty, Russell had a chat with me and joked that the Fat Controller does exist. [Read more…] about Fryern Funtasia 2013: Steam Train With Charming Fat Controller
I walked along Hursley Road this afternoon, and was surprised by the cheerfulness of the Union Jack bunting of this shop — SANDELI.
This is actually a new cafe, which opens today. It’s on No 149, Hursley Road, SO53, Chandler’s Ford, [Read more…] about Hursley Road – New Cafe SANDELI Opened Today
What have Ahmad Tea and Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church got in common? Yes, they’re both on Winchester Road.
You may struggle to find another link between them, but at Fryern Funtasia 2013, both organisations brought a lot of joy to many of us. [Read more…] about Fryern Funtasia 2013: Methodist Church And Ahmad Tea
What a glorious day today!
Fryern Funtasia (6th May 2013) today was a marvellous, totally enjoyable community event. I spent my whole afternoon there and still didn’t get round to see all the stalls.
[Read more…] about Glorious Fryern Funtasia 2013 In Chandler’s Ford (And It Didn’t Rain)
If you love choral music, you don’t want to miss the highly anticipated Celebration Concert of choral music at St. Boniface church on Saturday 25th May.
This Celebration Concert includes choral music by Byrd, Tallis, Howells, MacMillan, Vaughan Williams and Dr. Hugh Benham. [Read more…] about Celebration Concert With Dr. Hugh Benham
Most of us give money.
But sometimes, we can also give our time.
Could you spare some time to be a Christian Aid collector in May?
During the Christian Aid Week, from 12-18 May, there will be house-to-house collections across Eastleigh, organised by volunteers in local churches. [Read more…] about Christian Aid Needs Your Help Urgently
I picked up this notice last weekend at the post office in Fryern Arcade, Chandler’s Ford.
It’s a simple message from the Fryern Dry Cleaners, but you can still feel a tinge of sadness: [Read more…] about “We’re Sorry To Be Leaving Fryern…But…”
You may have heard about a group of people called Street Pastors.
Who are they? What do they do? Where can you find them?
Here is an interview with Elizabeth Seaman, one of the street pastors in Chandler’s Ford. In the interview below, Elizabeth talks about her experience as a Street Pastor, working together with Jill and Roy Johnson. [Read more…] about Street Pastors In Chandler’s Ford: Who Are They?
I’m currently reading Barbara Hillier’s book, Chandler’s Ford, a Pictorial History (by Phillimore & Co. Ltd. 1994). One of the old pictures included in the book is this:
[Read more…] about Smartly dressed man at Fryern Hill, Chandler’s Ford
I mentioned a while ago that The Coffee Room in the Dovetail Centre at the Methodist Church in Chandler’s Ford is a warm and friendly place for the community.
I also pointed out that prices for the drinks are low — so low that you may even feel guilty.
Last weekend, I had a chance to speak to Barbara Lowe, senior steward of the Methodist Church. [Read more…] about How Much Is A Cuppa In Chandler’s Ford?
