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Romsey Male Voice Choir’s Special Charity Concert

April 15, 2016 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church will resound with the ‘Power of Song’ when Romsey Male Voice Choir and their special guests Radcliffe on Trent Male Voice Choir offer up a feast of classical choral singing and popular songs from the shows.

The concert, in aid of Action for Children and Wessex Cancer Trust, begins at 7.30 pm on Saturday 16th April. [Read more…] about Romsey Male Voice Choir’s Special Charity Concert

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April Events in Chandler’s Ford

April 13, 2016 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

Chandler's Ford Today upcoming events in Chandler's Ford and around Eastleigh

Spring is finally here! Chandler’s Ford is full of great events this month to suit all tastes.

I’ll highlight a few events here. If you know of other events, please let me know so that I could add them to the Upcoming Events page. [Read more…] about April Events in Chandler’s Ford

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Tags: Chameleon Theatre, Chandler’s Ford community, community, craft fair, entertainment, event, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, local interest, Methodist Church, music, scouting, social, St. George's Day, The Hilt, The Spitfires marching band, theatre, Thornden Hall

50 Things I Like about the Chandler’s Ford Area (Part 2)

April 1, 2016 By Allison Symes 5 Comments

Now for Part 2 of my 50 things to like about the Chandler’s Ford area.

26. David’s Fish Bar

It is a family tradition to have a takeaway and watch a movie on a Friday night. We visit David’s Fish Bar (who regularly offer fish and chip suppers as prizes for various charities raising funds. A delicious prize!). [Read more…] about 50 Things I Like about the Chandler’s Ford Area (Part 2)

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Easter 2016: Family and Chocolate

March 27, 2016 By Janet Williams 1 Comment

Last year I shared my Easter with you. I’m going to share my day with you again.

I’m having a nasty cold so it was a struggle in the morning. I missed the church today, but my neighbours later told me the Parish church was packed.

Who said Christianity is on the wane? I never believe it.

At Chandler’s ford Methodist Church, the Easter breakfast was prepared by the men this morning. [Read more…] about Easter 2016: Family and Chocolate

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Review: Sudden Death at Thornbury Manor by Chandler’s Ford MDG Players

March 20, 2016 By Ben Williams 6 Comments

Last Thursday, my mum and I watched an intriguing drama Sudden Death at Thornbury Manor, performed by Chandler’s Ford MDG Players, at the Methodist Church Hall.

What’s this Sudden Death all about? A murder?

The play is about a rich and unpleasant nobleman (played by Lester Parry) [Read more…] about Review: Sudden Death at Thornbury Manor by Chandler’s Ford MDG Players

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What’s On in Chandler’s Ford – Spring 2016

February 14, 2016 By SO53 News 9 Comments

Chandler's Ford Today upcoming events in Chandler's Ford and around Eastleigh

Though it may be cold and wet these days, there are some interesting activities in and around Chandler’s Ford just for you.

If you are the kind of person who plan your social life months ahead, then you may want to sign up for The Chandler’s Ford Itchen Walk, which will take place on Sunday 12th June 2016.

Early birds get a bit of discount too. [Read more…] about What’s On in Chandler’s Ford – Spring 2016

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Review: Diamond in the Sky by MDG Players

December 6, 2015 By Ben Williams 6 Comments

My mum and I recently went to see a comedy based on Science Fiction, performed by MDG (Methodist Drama Group) Players from Chandler’s Ford.

The comedy is called Diamond in the Sky, written and directed by Chandler’s Ford playwright Mike Standing.

While my mum couldn’t quite understand the comedy, I understood it as I’m a sci-fi nerd. [Read more…] about Review: Diamond in the Sky by MDG Players

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Where are Defibrillators Located in Chandler’s Ford?

November 19, 2015 By Janet Williams 16 Comments

Defibrillator

Last month, while waiting for the bus, I noticed a bright yellow object on the outside wall of the Methodist Church.

It contains a piece of life-saving equipment, a defibrillator.

Nigel Moorse, the driving force behind making the defibrillator happen, explains to us in this article the origin of this defibrillator, and how you can benefit from it. [Read more…] about Where are Defibrillators Located in Chandler’s Ford?

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Uplifting: Chandler’s Ford 42nd Joint Charities Christmas Market 2015

November 19, 2015 By Janet Williams 5 Comments

It’s the Charity Christmas Card week, from 15th – 22nd November 2015.

Deputy Mayor Eastleigh Councillor Des Scott opened Chandler’s Ford’s 42nd Joint Charities Christmas Market last Saturday (14th November 2015). [Read more…] about Uplifting: Chandler’s Ford 42nd Joint Charities Christmas Market 2015

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Chandler’s Ford 42nd Joint Charities Christmas Market 2015

November 14, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Update November 2016: Chandler’s Ford 43rd Joint Charities Annual Christmas Market Saturday 12th November 2016

Chandler's Ford 43rd annual Christmas Market Saturday 12th November 2016

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Eastleigh Basics Bank 2015 AGM

November 14, 2015 By Hazel Bateman 1 Comment

Eastleigh Basics Bank

I attended Eastleigh Basics Bank’s first AGM on 22 September. Formerly operating under Zion Projects, Eastleigh Basics Bank is now registered as a charity in its own right, with its own bank account.

The management committee comprises Dan Brain (Chairman), Chris Goodhead (treasurer), Denise (secretary and joint shop manager), Dom Hooley (stock control and joint shop manager), and Dave Keating (events manager). [Read more…] about Eastleigh Basics Bank 2015 AGM

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Chandler’s Ford MDG Players Present: Diamond in the Sky by Mike Standing

October 20, 2015 By SO53 News 2 Comments

Chandler’s Ford MDG Players present a world premiere: Diamond in the Sky, by Chandler’s Ford playwright and director, Mike Standing.

It’s an amusing adventure in time, space, and Wales! [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford MDG Players Present: Diamond in the Sky by Mike Standing

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Review: The Spitfires in Concert – the 14th Eastleigh Scout and Guide Band

October 18, 2015 By chippy minton Leave a Comment

The Spitfires – the 14th Eastleigh Scout and Guide Band performed an all new concert at The Methodist Church in Chandler’s Ford on Saturday evening, 17th October 2015. “All new” in that all the pieces were being performed by the band for the first time.

A church may seem an unlikely venue for a band concert, but the Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church proved to be an excellent one. [Read more…] about Review: The Spitfires in Concert – the 14th Eastleigh Scout and Guide Band

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Rotary Club: Charity Concert in Aid of Canine Partners

October 13, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

There will be a spectacular charity concert on Wednesday 28 October at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Hall from 7pm, in aid of the assistance dog charity, Canine Partners.

The concert is organised by Rotary Club of Chandler’s Ford and Itchen Valley to raise money for Canine Partners. [Read more…] about Rotary Club: Charity Concert in Aid of Canine Partners

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Best of Chandler’s Ford Today: Top 12 Theatre Reviews

August 26, 2015 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

Chandler’s Ford Today has published nearly 800 posts in two and a half years.

Today’s summary post celebrates local theatre reviews written by Chandler’s Ford writers. [Read more…] about Best of Chandler’s Ford Today: Top 12 Theatre Reviews

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Memories of Chandler’s Ford St. George’s Day Parade: Lyn Darbyshire

July 10, 2015 By Allison Symes 7 Comments

Earlier this year, I was pleased to meet Lyn Darbyshire MBE, former Scouting District Commissioner. Her insights into her involvement with The Gang Show led to my researching further into the show’s general history and Ralph Reader, the man behind the Gang Show.

Lyn also kindly shared her thoughts with me about the St. George’s Day Parade in Chandler’s Ford, which she was directly involved with for many years. [Read more…] about Memories of Chandler’s Ford St. George’s Day Parade: Lyn Darbyshire

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Sunny Weekend in Chandler’s Ford

June 27, 2015 By Janet Williams 2 Comments

How did your weekend go today?

I had a quick tour from Chandler’s Ford to Brambridge and had a rather enjoyable day.

If you want to know what I got up to today, read on. [Read more…] about Sunny Weekend in Chandler’s Ford

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Methodist Church: Wedding Dress Festival

June 9, 2015 By SO53 News 7 Comments

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

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New Messy Church at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church

May 8, 2015 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

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

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Build a Community We Are Proud of: Fryern Funtasia 4th May 2015

May 4, 2015 By Janet Williams 7 Comments

Hundreds of people indulged in a great day at the fourth Fryern Funtasia this afternoon at Fryern Recreation Ground.

Fryern Funtasia is a community-led event organised by local volunteers and local businesses, with support from Chandler’s Ford Parish Council.

Fryern Funtasia is a fusion of village fete with funfair atmosphere: [Read more…] about Build a Community We Are Proud of: Fryern Funtasia 4th May 2015

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