This is part two of Alan Page’s latest post: The Pomander: A Brief History.
Essentially, the way to make an Orange Pomander has not changed since Tudor times.
The main ingredients are still a fresh orange, whole cloves and cinnamon, [Read more…] about How To Make An Orange Pomander
Are you ready for Christmas?
Have you ever thought of how people from other faiths feel about Christmas?
The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has just issued two brilliant “Keep Calm It’s Christmas” posters. [Read more…] about Muslim Council: Keep Calm – It’s Christmas
There will be a special Christmas Bazaar on the 14th of December 2013 in Hiltingbury this weekend.
Scout Christmas Bazaar: Saturday 14th December 2013, 3.30pm – 6pm
Held at 4th Chandler’s Ford Scout Hall, Hiltingbury Road [Read more…] about Supporting Chandler’s Ford Scouts To World Jamboree In Japan 2015
Jimmy is back! Christmas must be near.
If you have been around Chandler’s Ford for years, you’ll definitely recognise Jimmy Peters, the Christmas trees seller just outside Fryern Arcade in Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about Buying Christmas Trees At Fryern Arcade
The Eastleigh Basics Bank is a brilliant organisation. It gives practical support to individuals and families in financial crisis.
Eastleigh Town Centre today has been turned into a scene of carnival.
In the morning, I saw Dave Keating, the shop manager of Eastleigh Basics Bank, [Read more…] about What Can You Do To Support Eastleigh Basics Bank?
The 14th Eastleigh Scout and Guide Band will present The Spitfires this weekend.
Performing at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church on the 5th October, the band are celebrating their 45th Anniversary, and also the launch of their new Corps of Drums.
Date: Saturday on the 5th of October 2013 at 7.30pm [Read more…] about The Spitfires: 45th Anniversary Concert At Methodist Church
I’ve picked up a few books about Chandler’s Ford from the library and you may find them interesting.
1) Capt. A.A.J. Fortune: Chandlers Ford, 1859 – 1969. The book cover reads, “An account of the growth of Chandlers Ford from a hamlet to a village by 1897, now the largest residential area in the Borough of Eastleigh.”
Price for the book was 10/6. [Read more…] about Fascinating Books About Chandler’s Ford
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
Following my previous post about the various emergency telephone numbers, here’s some useful information for people who can’t use a telephone easily.
As well as the 999/112 number I wrote about before, there is also a TEXT service available.
This is designed for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, speech impaired, [Read more…] about Having Difficulties Using A phone? Use Emergency SMS.
This morning, I learnt from Leyla Torres from Origami Spirit that today, March 20th, is the first International Day of Happiness, initiated by the United Nations.
My initial emotion to the International Day of Happiness was bafflement. I pondered briefly, why do we need a specific day for happiness? I don’t need people to remind me of eating, drinking, or sleeping, but why do I need to be reminded of happiness? [Read more…] about International Day of Happiness
