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A sea of ​​yellow tea shirts waited in the wings as the main WI monthly business was completed. Members of the Saltash U3A Ukulele Group came to share their talents and encourage the ladies of Pensilva WI to sing together. It wasn’t long before powerful renditions of favorites could be heard at Millennium House; these included When I’m 64 (some members said they wished it was still), Yellow Polka Dot Bikini (no one admitted to wearing one), Return to Sender and I love a good one. There were chances to hum Annie’s song, tap her foot to a devoted fashionista, and become Dolly singing passionately to Jolene. An enjoyable evening’s entertainment was had by all.

Birthdays this month: Barbara Bennett, Evelyn Dwelly, Jane Hall, Maureen Walker and Katie McDonald

Contest Winners: Monthly Contest – A Poem Including the Word Ukulele: 1, Mary Yates; 2, Pauline Caffery; 3, Tina Tubby. These poems were read for all to enjoy.

Flower of the month: 1, Anne Houlston; 2, Irene Elliott; 3, Frances Tucker.

Our next meeting is on Wednesday 14th August – which is a mystery ride. Without details, we don’t know. Watch for next month’s report to find out where we went.

On Thursday, July 4, the meeting was held in the Altarnun Church, as the village hall was being used as a Polling Station for the General Elections.

The President welcomed eleven members to the meeting, with apologies from six members.

The minutes of our previous meeting held on June 6, which were distributed prior to this meeting, were approved and signed. No problems occurred. Treasurer, Tricia Allen, reported that the June statement has not yet been received, but the finances are basically unchanged.

Future events were discussed, with Fun on the Green this Saturday 6th July, it was hoped that the weather would be better this year and members were reminded to bring cakes as usual, but at this year’s table they would a few plants for sale should also be included. . The Launceston Show has been discussed since the end of July and our corporate entry is now virtually complete and everyone who has seen it has been very pleased with the results of the team’s creativity. On July 27th we have the trip to Stertz to see the ballet and shared car has been arranged. Helen Naylor reminded us that our next meeting on 1 August will be a discussion on cyber security.

A long table was set with flowers and greenery to be used in our hands-on session based on making an arrangement using a cup and a plate. Helen Naylor then started by demonstrating how to produce a colorful and beautifully patterned arrangement, which was then followed by Kate Sibborn showing a different approach using just two colors and a looser design. It was then up to the ladies to produce their own creations using the materials provided and there were some amazing results, all different and very colourful. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the evening and some were surprised at how well they did. Helen and Kate were thanked for all their help.

This month’s competition was for a ‘pretty little spoon’ and was won by Gilly Crossley, Victoria Anderssen 2nd and Chris Evans 3rd. The raffle was won by Victoria Anderssen, congratulations to all.

Fun on the Green Day — Saturday 6th July dawned wet and windy, but fortune smiled after lunch for Altarnun’s ‘Fun on the Green’ day, even with a bit of sunshine. The WI table selling cakes and plants did brisk business, selling all the cakes and most of the plants. Thank you to everyone who baked and to those who bought.

On Saturday 20th July there will be a creamery at Dobwalls United Church from 2pm.

On Sunday, July 21, there will be a morning service at 9.30am.

Morning prayer will be held in the Church of St. Melor on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10.00.

On Sunday, July 21, evensong will take place from 6:30 p.m.

There will be a Methodist Holy Communion in St Paul’s Church, Upton Cross on Sunday 21st July from 9.15am.

Messy Church at Rilla Mill Retreat Center will begin at 3:00 p.m.

It has been reported that following interest in Minions, the police have approved two sites, with an additional site at Upton Cross. They are looking for additional volunteers – each session lasts an hour. If you are interested in volunteering, contact group coordinator Derris Watson at (email protected)

The beavers learned how to start a fire safely and learn what kind of wood to use, then roasted marshmallows over their fire. Another night they went litter picking on the Foredown.

Congratulations to Akela (Cheryl Piper) who received her 25 year service certificate. The other groups were in the woods and made fires and hiked through the swamps.

This Saturday 20th July carnival participants will gather at 12.30pm in the Rillaton Common Field at the Callington end of the village to process at 1.00pm through the village to Parson’s Meadow for the Summer Fayre at 2.00pm and led from Launceston Town Hall . Urban Band.

There will be the usual Model Raft Race and Duck Race and lots of stalls, games, BBQ, refreshments, candy floss and ice creams. There will be an opportunity to sponsor a duck at the event for just £1 with prizes for winning ducks of £100, £50, £25, £10 and £20 £5. Fun for the whole family.

Downderry Summer Craft Fair will be open daily from Friday 19th July to Sunday 28th July.

Come along to Downderry and Seaton Village Hall (Main Road Downderry, PL11 3JX) and support the many talented artisans and buy some unique handmade pieces that you, your family and friends will love.

Doors are open from 10am to 6pm on Friday and Saturday and from 10am to 4pm on all other days. Admission is free, everyone is welcome, including dogs in the kennel.

On July 21st Connon Methodist Church Sunday service with Rev Robert and Marian Saunders will be held at 10am.

A Cornish choir service will be held at 6.30 on Sunday 21st July.

With the Looe Valley Singers, conductor Bronwen Tovey. Companion Christine Puckey.

The preacher will be Martin O’Connell.

Free entry with any cash donations towards our church repairs. Everyone very welcome.

Refreshments available, join us at the RUC, The Quay West Looe.

The farewell service for the Rev Becca Bell, will be held at St Ive’s Parish Church on Sunday, July 21, commencing at 11.15am.

The Cluster Service will then be followed by a faith buffet lunch. Everyone is welcome

The Greenshoots service will be held this month at Bealbury Methodist Chapel.

On Sunday, July 21, at 6 p.m., it will be hosted by Julian Langston. Everyone is welcome.

Cleerway Community Church meets on Sunday mornings at The Memorial Hall, Well Lane, St Cleer PL14 5EA at 9.45am for breakfast.

The communion service starts at 10.30 am. All are welcome, regardless of your background or beliefs.