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2019 Fryern Funtasia – Were You There?

May 10, 2019 By Allison Symes 1 Comment

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Well, I was, and it was great to meet up with Janet once again and, later, to meet Roger Clark, fellow CFT contributor. Many thanks to Janet for the selfie (and I guess you could have called this an outdoor editorial meeting!).

Image Credit (or blame as you see fit): Unless otherwise named, the culprit behind the images is Allison Symes. [Read more…] about 2019 Fryern Funtasia – Were You There?

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Tags: charities, community, entertainment, event, Fryern Funtasia, Fryern Recreation Ground, One Community, Three Rivers Rail Partnership

All the Fun of the Show: Fryern Funtasia Review 2018

May 11, 2018 By Allison Symes 1 Comment

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Image Credit:  Unless otherwise stated, all pictures were taken by Allison Symes

One thing I can confirm is that anyone selling cold drinks or icecream had a busy time of it at this year’s Fryern Funtasia. Whether it was the hottest Funtasia known to Chandler’s Ford, I don’t know, but the queues for refreshments were long! [Read more…] about All the Fun of the Show: Fryern Funtasia Review 2018

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Hiltingbury Extravaganza 2017

September 18, 2017 By Janet Williams 6 Comments

Yesterday afternoon I had a rather good time at Hiltingbury Extravaganza. There were quite many people and lovely animals (pigs, horses, dogs, owls…). Musicians, dancers, writers, volunteers, and many businesses all helped to make this special event remarkable.

Credit to The HCA (Hiltingbury Community Association) at The Hilt for its organisation for another fantastic Extravaganza community event on the Hiltingbury Recreation Ground.

The Hiltingbury Extravaganza was officially opened by Steve Brine, MP for Winchester and Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about Hiltingbury Extravaganza 2017

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Sign a Petition: Help Save Dial-a-Ride and Community Transport

September 13, 2017 By SO53 News 6 Comments

One Community is shocked by Hampshire County Council’s Proposal to end funding for Community Transport and Dial-A-Ride across the county, and has started a petition to save community transport in Eastleigh.

One Community will challenge this proposal, which will affect the quality of life of thousands of older and disabled people in our local community. [Read more…] about Sign a Petition: Help Save Dial-a-Ride and Community Transport

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Eastleigh Christmas Lights Switch On and Fun Day; Winter Open Studios 2016

November 18, 2016 By Janet Williams 1 Comment

Tomorrow morning I’ll be heading for Eastleigh for the Eastleigh Christmas lights switch on and fun day.

Sound exciting, doesn’t it?

(So many coffee shops to choose from in Eastleigh. Tell me: which coffee shop should I visit tomorrow?) [Read more…] about Eastleigh Christmas Lights Switch On and Fun Day; Winter Open Studios 2016

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Chandler’s Ford Fryern Funtasia 2016

May 2, 2016 By Janet Williams 5 Comments

Music. Food. Ponies. Dogs. Games. Stalls. Friends. Queen.

Fryern Funtasia this afternoon on the Fryern Recreation Ground was enjoyable.

It’s the 5th Fryern Funtasia event in Chandler’s Ford. The Fryern Funtasia is a community event organised by local volunteers and businesses, with the help of the Chandler’s Ford Parish Council. [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Fryern Funtasia 2016

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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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Eastleigh’s Christmas Lights Switch on – 21st November 2015

November 21, 2015 By Janet Williams 4 Comments

I was in Eastleigh for a couple of hours today, and guess who I met?

First I was greeted by an emu, then I bumped into Mayor of Eastleigh Councillor Jane Welsh. Christmas must be around the corner as I think I also met one of the Wise Kings (in November)! [Read more…] about Eastleigh’s Christmas Lights Switch on – 21st November 2015

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The Autumn Pumpkin Festival at the Royal Victoria Country Park

November 1, 2015 By Cecily Casey 3 Comments

Now in its 18th year, the Jubilee Sailing Trust’s family festival event is a wonderful celebration of all things pumpkin related.

The day (10th October 2015) was opened by Eastleigh Mayor Jane Welsh and her husband to the skirling pipes of the Southern Jacobites Pipe Band.

The Jubilee Sailing Trust offers life changing experiences to both disabled and able bodied people aboard their two purpose built tall ships, Tenacious and Lord Nelson. [Read more…] about The Autumn Pumpkin Festival at the Royal Victoria Country Park

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A Very Eastleigh Festival: Mardi Gras and Vintage Market 2015

September 19, 2015 By Janet Williams 5 Comments

This morning we went to Eastleigh and spent two hours there.

An event called Eastleigh Mardi Gras took place in the town centre – a day of live music and entertainment with a post-war theme: “The war is over! It’s time to party!”

I discovered the event by chance last year, and wrote Eastleigh Mardi Gras 2014: Fun, Joy, Charities for Community.

There seemed to be 3 things happening in Eastleigh town today: [Read more…] about A Very Eastleigh Festival: Mardi Gras and Vintage Market 2015

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Eastleigh Museum Summer Soirée with the Chameleons

June 26, 2015 By SO53 News 1 Comment

Summer Soirée at Eastleigh Museum

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

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Glorious Honey at Eastleigh Museum

June 20, 2015 By Janet Williams 5 Comments

I seem to have run out of honey again.

Do you know you can buy local honey from Eastleigh Museum?

Since creating Chandler’s Ford Today in March 2013, I’ve visited Eastleigh Museum more often, and have shared a few events from the museum with you.

Now I have also become a Friend of Eastleigh Museum. [Read more…] about Glorious Honey at Eastleigh Museum

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Mims Davies MP Makes Maiden Speech in Parliament

June 4, 2015 By SO53 News 1 Comment

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

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Celebrate Volunteers Exhibition at Eastleigh Museum

May 25, 2015 By Janet Williams 5 Comments

Eastleigh celebrate volunteers exhibition

Eastleigh is celebrating voluntary and community organisations this summer.

The Hampshire Cultural Trust’s Celebrate Volunteers exhibition runs from 23 May to 27 June at Eastleigh Museum, 25 High Street, Eastleigh SO50 5LF.

Admission is free to both the museum and gallery, from Monday to Friday 10am – 4pm and Saturday 10am – 2pm. [Read more…] about Celebrate Volunteers Exhibition at Eastleigh Museum

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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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St. George Visited Eastleigh – Who is St. George?

April 19, 2015 By chippy minton 6 Comments

St. George visited Eastleigh

St. George visited Eastleigh early this year.

Yesterday Eastleigh town centre celebrated everything about old England with an enjoyable family fun day – celebrating the Patron Saint of England, St. George who apparently single-handedly slayed the Dragon. [Read more…] about St. George Visited Eastleigh – Who is St. George?

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One Community Older People’s Network – Chandler’s Ford 5th March 2015

February 7, 2015 By SO53 News 2 Comments

One Community is the Council of Voluntary Service (CVS) for the Eastleigh area. It has set up a quarterly Network meeting for people aged 60 and over for the community.

The next meeting will be held in Chandler’s Ford: Thursday 5th March 2015  from 10am to 12pm at St. Boniface Church, Hursley Road, Chandler’s Ford SO53 2FT. [Read more…] about One Community Older People’s Network – Chandler’s Ford 5th March 2015

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Inspirational Eastleigh Volunteers Fair

January 18, 2015 By Janet Williams 6 Comments

Volunteers Fair 2015 at Eastleigh Museum

Yesterday I visited Eastleigh Museum for the Volunteers Fair.

This was the third Volunteers Fair run by Volunteer Centre Eastleigh of One Community at Eastleigh Museum.

I left the museum totally inspired.

In this post, you’ll find the links to a few volunteering groups in Eastleigh and you can join the volunteers to improve our community. [Read more…] about Inspirational Eastleigh Volunteers Fair

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Age Concern Chandler’s Ford Carol Service 2014

December 4, 2014 By Janet Williams 4 Comments

Yesterday I left work early to attend the carol service of Age Concern Chandler’s Ford at the Methodist Church.

Thornden School Wind Band and Toynbee School Choir, with their youthful energy, enthusiasm and talents, impressed the senior members of our community, making the carol service a much cherished event. [Read more…] about Age Concern Chandler’s Ford Carol Service 2014

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Eastleigh Bunting & Eastleigh Museum WW1 Poetry Evening

November 4, 2014 By Janet Williams 6 Comments

My son and I visited Eastleigh Museum during the half term holiday.

We saw a WW1 exhibition called Soldiers’ Journey. It is a multi-venue exhibition that portrays Hampshire’s critical role throughout the First World War.

I was attracted by beautiful buntings, which adorned the walls on the walkway to the hall.
[Read more…] about Eastleigh Bunting & Eastleigh Museum WW1 Poetry Evening

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