Issue No. 51 January-February 2011 Vil lage Voice The newsletter of Bottesford, Easthorpe, Muston & Normanton Fundraising Fun! The Senior Guides held a table top sale in November to fundraise towards assisting 2 Guides to visit Belarus. In addi- tion they aim to support Belarussian Guides with training and equipment, and also to assist Bottes- ford Guides acquire a lap- top computer and projec- tor so that they can watch and show presentations and watch DVDs. If you have any equip- ment that you could do- nate to them please ring Teresa on 842173. Primary School Christmas Fair The annual Friends Christmas fair raised £2,237 which is a fantas- tic achievement considering that the fair w as only open for 2 hours! The committee would very much like to thank all those parents who donated items, helped to set up the event and, most important, helped to run the Friends stalls. St Mary’s Christmas FairDespite very cold weather and snow, a large number of people visited the Fair on Satur- day 4th Dece mber. There were a variety of stalls, including the eve r-popular Santa's grotto, and visitors were able to take a break from their shopping whilst enjoying homemade refres hments. Judith Wells of St Mary s commented: “We were delighted to welcome so many of our community into St Mary's and, in addition, we're pleased to report that the Fair raised over £2,000 for church funds - so thank you all for your support!”Bottesford Baptist Churchheld a coffee morning in November selling Tearfunds "Created" goods. These hand- crafted items are produced by skilled artisans living in some of the world's poorest communities, providing them with employment, a fair price and a better future. £1 41 worth of goods were sold and a further £24.50 w as donated. Thankyou to all who supported them on the day. The Autumn Fair A stunning £960 was raised for Village Hall Funds at the Autumn Fair (pictured) held on 30 th October. Lots of customers came through the door despite a terrific thunderstorm and cloud burst in the middle of the afternoon. Many thanks to everyone who supported the event. Bonfire and Firework Display Friday 5 th November saw The Lions construct a huge bonfire using donated timber and arranging stalls for food, drinks, sweets, luminous whistles and glow sticks. Unfortunately heavy rainfall started around 4pm, yet despite the damp weather the fire acted as a beacon to all in Bottes- ford, and the crowds still came to watch what we think was the best firework display yet! For more information about the work of the Vale of Belvoir Lions visit: http://www.voblions.org.ukPictured are Laura Skerritt, Lucy Pat chett, Teresa Patchett and Sarah Roberts
