Hampshire Scout Shows unite!
For the first time in the history of Scouting in Hampshire, the creative talents of multiple districts will be brought together in collaboration for a one night only performance as Hampshire Scouts present ‘Stepping Out’.
Scouts from across the county will unite for this one night variety extravaganza, to be performed in the heart of our County at the Winchester Guildhall. [Read more…] about Hampshire Scouts Present Stepping Out
Players from the Chameleon Theatre Company entertained an audience at Eastleigh Museum with poems, monologues and a recitation of summer songs at a Summer Soirée on 25 June 2015.
The event was organised by the Eastleigh Museum Supporters Club, and the varied programme ranged from Dorothy Parker to William Wordsworth. [Read more…] about Eastleigh Museum Summer Soirée with the Chameleons
Station Walks Guide – a 88 page guide including 38 walks from local railway stations – will be launched this weekend.
The book contains 2 walks from Chandler’s Ford.
The Three Rivers Community Rail Partnership [Read more…] about Station Walks Book Launch
Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church will be holding an exciting Wedding Dress Festival.
You’ll have a chance to view over 50 wedding dresses and some bridesmaids dresses, which between them span over 70 years.
The organisers from Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church are also displaying photos and other memorabilia in the Church on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June 2015. [Read more…] about Methodist Church: Wedding Dress Festival
Eastleigh MP Mims Davies has vowed to fight for better transport infrastructure and health services in the constituency during her maiden speech to Parliament.
Mims, who made the address on her 40th birthday on the 2nd of June, said she would also work hard to ensure less traffic pollution.
“Eastleigh is very close to the M3 and the M27, which puts pressure on our community, with pollution and other pressures,” she told MPs. [Read more…] about Mims Davies MP Makes Maiden Speech in Parliament
Thanks to the hard work by the volunteers at the Fairtrade in Eastleigh Borough Campaign, Eastleigh Borough has achieved Fairtrade Status on 7th May 2015.
This is in recognition of the support obtained from faith groups, schools, businesses, organisations and individuals in promoting the Fairtrade message. [Read more…] about Eastleigh Borough Achieves Fairtrade Status
By Sandra Gordon
My name is Sandra Gordon. I’ve lived in Chandler’s Ford for nearly twenty years.
I moved to here from Kent but knew it a little from visiting family when I was a child.
I’ve worked at Hiltingbury Junior School, Otterbourne Junior School and Chiltern Tutorial School in that time.
Poetry is my passion. [Read more…] about Sandra Gordon’s Poem: In The Garden
Don’t miss The Sorting Office’s annual Summer Open Studios on June 13 and 14 (Saturday and Sunday) in Eastleigh town centre.
This is a fantastic opportunity to see behind the scenes of thriving designer-maker studios. You’ll meet 16 artists, watch them at work, take part in demonstrations, and shop for exquisite handcrafted goods and designs. [Read more…] about The Sorting Office: Summer Open Studios: 13 -14 June 2015
A German student is seeking a host family. Are you able to help?
Eastleigh Lions twinned with German Kornwestheim Lions Club in 1995. Both towns are twinned as well.
The towns and the Lions Clubs enjoy a good cultural and social exchanges. The Lions Clubs also carry out joint projects over the many years.
Eastleigh Lions had a request from the twin town to find a host family [Read more…] about German Student Seeking Host Family
Do you know Chandler’s Ford Girlguiding is building a new centre in Chandler’s Ford, in Ramalley Lane?
They need your support.
Girlguiding Chandler’s Ford Division would like to able to install windows for their new building this summer. [Read more…] about New Girlguiding Centre in Chandler’s Ford Needs Your Support
Today Eastleigh Police asked Chandler’s Ford drivers to slow down.
“Over 35 vehicles identified as speeding between 3pm and 4.15pm on Hursley Road today by our Communtiy Speedwatch Team. Please Slow Down!” [Read more…] about Eastleigh Police Ask Drivers to Slow Down
Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church is running its first Messy Church this Saturday (9th May 2015) from 4pm to 6pm.
You are welcome to attend.
The Methodist Church has now relaunched its popular Saturday Church as Messy Church.
At the Fryern Funtasia on Monday, Messy Church [Read more…] about New Messy Church at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church
Let’s look at a few polling stations in Chandler’s Ford.
If you have got pictures of local polling stations (not your selfies inside the polling station please), please send them to Chandler’s Ford Today to share. [Read more…] about Polling Stations in Chandler’s Ford: General Election 2015
General Election 2015: Thursday 7th May 2015.
Remember to vote.
You don’t need your polling card to vote.
Polls are open from 7am to 10pm.
Even if you have lost or forgotten your polling card, you can still vote, according to the Electoral Commission. [Read more…] about Remember to Vote – Thursday 7th May 2015
Great News! Gibson’s Card Gallery at The Mall has re-opened.
Gibson’s Card Gallery was closed in April for a while, but re-opened just a few days ago.
Gibson’s Card Gallery is one of the oldest independent shops in Chandler’s Ford. It specialises in birthday cards, balloons, and gifts.
[Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Updates: What’s around the Corner for You?
Update from Hampshire Police 26th April 2015: Missing man Stephen Munden has been found.
#Missing Stephen Munden has been found, detained and taken to a mental health facility. Thanks to public for sharing our appeal.
— Hampshire Police (@HantsPolice) April 26, 2015
This is a message sent via Neighbourhood Alert. This information has been sent on behalf of Hampshire Constabulary. [Read more…] about Police Continue to Appeal for Information About Missing Man
On Saturday 28th March Chandler’s Ford Boys’ and Girls’ Brigades hosted The Boys’ Brigade Southern National Music Festival at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church.
The festival offers all the young people in The Brigades, from across the south of England, the opportunity to participate in performing with one another as well as the chance to have their musical ability recognised. [Read more…] about 1st Chandler’s Ford Boys’ and Girls’ Brigades: Successful National Music Festival (Southern)
From Hampshire Constabulary:
Police are appealing for information following a burglary that occurred in Hiltingbury Road, Hiltingbury West sometime between 12pm on Saturday, April 11 and 5.30pm on Sunday, April 12. [Read more…] about Appeal Following Chandler’s Ford Burglary
Chandler’s Ford Fairtrade Fashion Show 2015:
In Chandler’s Ford, there will be a Fairtrade Fashion Show on Friday 24th April 2015 from 7pm to 9 pm at St. Martin in the Wood church, Hiltingbury SO53 5AG. [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Fairtrade Fashion Show and Crafts
By Reverend Tim Searle
There’s no doubt about it: the death of Jesus was unexpected, and although he gave quite a few hints that it would happen, the disciples either didn’t believe him, or just didn’t want to.
And when it did finally happen, it left the disciples in a state of shock and dismay that they wouldn’t have recovered from had it not been for what happened next. For if Jesus’ death was unexpected, his resurrection was doubly so … or was it? [Read more…] about Minister’s Letter – Easter 2015
