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The Week Everything Changed, March 29th 2020 .

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STAY AT HOME, PROTECT THE NHS, SAVE LIVES

All of our lives have changed in the last few weeks because of Corona Virus, Covid 19. Many of us are worried about contracting the virus, and want to do everything we can to avoid it. We hope this newsletter will help you to know that there is practical and emotional help in the village for everyone who needs it. Llanmaes has many ‘more mature’ residents. The Prime Minister's pleas to stay indoors for our own good, and that of the wider community, have been hard to hear. We are used to getting out and about, doing our own chores and running our own errands. Now we have to rely on others, or get used to on line shopping …. And the fact that there just aren’t as many choices or goods as we are used to. For the latest updates on the Coronavirus please go to: www.phw.nhs.wales.

Help!

Llanmaes Ladies was set up as a social group three years ago. Anyone can join. It operates mostly as a What’s App group on social media, but members meet up regularly too. We are here to run errands for you and be a voice on the end of the phone if you need a chat in these challenging times. Please get in touch with Jackie Wright on 07976678325 or Gail Kirkham on 07885254436, gailtalks@hotmail.com if you need any help and we will be glad to try and sort something out for you.

The Blacksmiths Closes

Our lovely village pub has been forced to close, from Friday 19th March, because of the virus. James, the landlord, told us ‘I have been told we cannot provide any service from that point. Please inform the village that I’ll be sorry to close and miss everyone over the coming weeks, maybe months.’ Regulars are also devastated. Jackie said ‘We really thought we could keep the pub going through the crisis. James had even drawn up a take-away menu.’ But in the end, a corporate decision has been made which will have a big impact on village life. I am sure we all look forward to its return.

The Bus Stop

A temporary library and place to share information If you go for a walk you might see there are now a collection of books in the bus shelter on the village green. These are free to borrow or take. Mel, of Sigingstone Lane, said ‘We noticed the library in Llantwit was closing and saw someone in the town had put books out on their wall for people. What a good idea!’ We hope you find this a useful source of material to while away the time! If you wish to add to the collection, please give your books a wipe down with anti bac (if you can get it!) before you add them to the pile. We will also leave copied of the newsletter in there should you find it easier to read a paper version. We won’t be delivering as we endeavour to reduce social interaction and cross contamination. If anybody wishes to contribute to this update please do get in touch. The Funny Side One of the heartening things about all this is the sheer number of jokes and funny stories that have been circulating on FaceBook and other social media. Of course, it is our way of coping with something that’s scary.

Event Cancellations

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Due to the current situation with Covid19 the Social Committee have decided to cancel the forthcoming AGM which was scheduled for Thursday 19th March and the Easter Egg Hunt scheduled for Monday 13th April

We will keep you informed of all other events.

Cinemaes!

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OUR FIRST WINTER SEASON CONTINUES WITH 

DOWNTON ABBEY

The beloved characters take to the big screen prepare for a major event, it's not every day that royalty visit! Tension is high, the property isn't even close to ready and Carson the butler comes out of retirement to help run this sinking ship before it's too late.

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqNYrYUiMfg

7pm for 7.30pm, Thursday 2nd April 2020

Village Hall, Llanmaes

*Entry by Ticket only*: to include a drink on arrival:

Adults  - £7.50   Children under 15 - £5.00

Tickets: Wendy Hewitt-Sayer on 07703 541745, or wendy_hs@hotmail.com

Jackie Wright on 07976 698325, or jackievewright@gmail.com

Raffle, licensed bar and snacks.

Funds raised for St Cattwg’s Restoration Fund and local charities.

Cinemas!

Andy HigginsComment

Christmas and New Year are ‘Behind You’! But the festivities continue with our next moviie:

Swimming with Men

Inspired by the true-life story of a group of men who feeling lost and lonely as they reached middle age formed a men’s synchronized swimming team!

 

Trailer:-  https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/506025-swimming-with-men/videos?language=en-US#play=f495YKIfuaw

 

7pm for 7.30pm, Thursday 9th January 2020

Village Hall, Llanmaes

 

*Entry by Ticket only*: to include a drink on arrival:

Adults  - £7.50    Children 12 - 15 - £5.00

 

Tickets: Jackie Wright on 07976 698325, or jackievewright@gmail.com

Wendy Hewitt-Sayer on 07703 541745, or wendy_hs@hotmail.com

 

Raffle, licensed bar and snacks.

Funds raised for St Cattwg’s Restoration Fund and local charities.

 

coming up……..

on Thursday 6th February 2020

 

Green Book (2018) the real life account of a Jamaican born jazz pianist’s musical tour through the Deep South during the Jim Crow era, with a rough and tough New York City bouncer as his chauffeur and bodyguard.  The duo's personalities clash at first, but a bond develops as they navigate through the harsh racism of the 1960s American South.

 

Trailer :- https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/490132-green-book/videos?language=en-US#play=QkZxoko_HC0

 

Llanmaes Ladies Christmas Carols

Andy HigginsComment

“A group of Llanmaes Ladies will be coming through the village singing Christmas Carols on Friday from around 6.00pm

If you would like to donate then The Proceeds will be dvided between ‘Headway’, a charity which promotes the understanding of all aspects of brain injury and provides support and services to survivors, their family and caters and The Woodland Trust. A charity that strives to protect, plant and restore our native trees

We look forward to singing to you and hope you will join in with us”

Thanks

Jackie

Scam alert issued by the Vale of Glamorgan Council

Andy HigginsComment

We have received a number of complaints in relation to a scam that has been reported in Barry and Penarth.

 Please be aware of a current doorstep scam working the area. These are calling themselves “Keep Britain Working” or “Nottingham Knocker’s” which are a very similar outfit (if not the same).

 They are doorstep callers who target areas offering small household products for sale. These callers may claim to be ex-convicts attempting to mend their ways or ex-servicemen, however they are not part of any recognised rehabilitation scheme.

 Please warn your communities, particularly elderly or vulnerable neighbours, not to open the door to strangers or buy or sell on the doorstep. Some doorstep callers may offer poor quality goods at inflated prices and if a caller is not genuine, they may be gathering information for future crime.

 Please keep in mind that if cold callers don’t get any sales in your area, they are less likely to return.

 How they work

The sellers may say that they are on a “rehabilitation course” arranged by Probation Services or other organisations trying to find people work. This is not the case and often they are known criminals. Probation Services do not run such schemes.

 They may show a card which claims to be a “Pedlars Licence” or work permit. This is not valid and they are breaking the law if they are using anything like this.

 They may also hand over a card saying they are deaf or dumb.

According to the Police, the bag of household products is supplied by someone who employs them. The males / females are supplied with a full bag of household products (including the typical tea-towels!) and charged a minimal sum for the contents – it used to be £35. They can keep whatever they make, above this amount.

 Usually they are deposited in an area from a transit van and given a list of streets to work. An hour or so later they are picked up and dropped off in another location. They often work from 9am to 9pm.

 They will knock on a door, offering cleaning items which they know are cheap and of very poor quality; the householder also knows they are rubbish but that is part of the scam. Many people will purchase items and pay them out of their good nature as they have fallen for their storey or, just to get rid of them. There have been cases of elderly residents handing over large sums as these people can be very persistent and confrontational.

 The price for whatever has been purchased usually comes to a note – usually £10. The householder disappears to get this – this is when the scam begins, according to the police. When the note is handed over, the lad examines the condition and how long it took the person to get it. If it is crumpled, they accept it and move on. If it is crisp flat and new – they are much more interested and may engage the person in more conversation, to obtain details about them. As they leave they will smell the note. If it is slightly musty – this is an indication that there is more in the property.

Those addresses are noted. The addresses of elderly / vulnerable / gullible people are all noted.

These are handed to the employer and there is a small amount of cash handed over for each one.

These addresses are then sold in prisons and pubs. If there is a later break-in, the employer expects a further cut of the proceeds.

Police advise that in almost every case of a stop check – the lads have long strings of convictions for burglary and violence. They use the skills learnt during their criminal activity to identify possible targets.

Cinemaes!

Andy HigginsComment

ROCKETMAN

The life story of the ever-colourful Elton John

Trailer https://youtu.be/mpOGT3GTO84

 

7pm for 7.30, Thursday 7th November

Village Hall, Llanmaes

 

Entry by Ticket only!

(we sold out last time)

Tickets £7.50 including drink on arrival

Licensed bar, snacks and raffle

 

Contact: Wendy Hewitt-Sayer on 07703 541745, or wendy_hs@hotmail.com

Jackie Wright on 07976 698325, or jackievewright@gmail.com

 

Profits will be shared between the

Church Restoration Fund and Llantwit Major Dementia Cafe

Coming up

Thursday 5th December – The Greatest Showman

This extremely popular, modern time classic is based on the story of P T Barnum and the creation of his circus – not to be missed!

Thursday 9th January – Swimming with Men

Inspired by a true-life story of a group of men who—feeling lost and lonely as they reached middle age—formed a men's synchronized swimming team

FIRST AID TRAINING

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LLanmaes Community Council FIRST AID TRAINING DAY

Saturday 19th Oct 2019 9:15 - 4:30 pm

Llanmaes Village Hall

If you wish to attend this FREE course please contact Tim Fowler on 01446 790401 by Thursday 10th Oct.

Llanmaes Film Night

Andy HigginsComment

We are very pleased to announce the launch of a new and exciting social event for the village - the Llanmaes Film Night! We plan to run an event every month with the first three pencilled in for:

Thursday October 3rd - Fisherman's Friends. Based on a true story, this is a comedy drama about a group of Cornish fisherman, signed up by Universal Records to record an album of sea shanties! A great movie for all the family.

Film Trailer here: https://youtu.be/3MJqOowzbNk

Thursday November 7th - Rocket Man.

This is a biographical film based on the life of the ever colourful Elton John. Suitable for over 15s only.

Film Trailer here: https://youtu.be/S3vO8E2e6G0

Thursday December 5th - the Greatest Showman.

This extremely popular, modern time classic is based on the story of P T Barnum and the creation of his circus. Plenty of songs to singalong to and fun for all the family.

Film Trailer here: https://youtu.be/AXCTMGYUg9A

Tickets will be on sale soon but in the mean time please clear your diaries in readiness for these great events! Tickets will be £7.50 each or £5 for under 16s to include a drink on arrival (wine or soft drink). Further drinks and snacks will be available to buy on the night and we will hold a raffle. All proceeds will be going to a worthwhile cause - 50% to the church restoration fund and 50% to a local charity yet to be confirmed.

We very much hope you will support this new initiative such that we can roll it over into 2020. More details to follow but for now, please Save the Dates!

Social Event Announcement!

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The Llanmaes Social Committee are pleased to announce our event scheduled for October 11th, at 7pm at Llanmaes Village Hall.

Nights Out - Arts Council for Wales presents Shylock. Rhodri Miles (Game of Thrones, Atlantis) returns to the stage after sell out tours of Burton and Dylan Thomas, Clown in the Moon. Not to be missed so please contact the Llanmaes Social Committee as soon as possible to purchase your tickets, limited number of tickets available so don’t put it off until October!!

Click Here for the Social Calendar and more information