Having opened and presented the Lavender Road branch with their accreditation, I was invited back to this branch to award the staff with their accreditation as a Healthy Living Pharmacy. They showed me all the work that each member of staff had done to achieve this accreditation. The staff should be proud of this achievement that will benefit customers and patients alike
Archive for July, 2014
Visit to Open Sight Waterlooville – Monday 21st July
July 23, 2014Open Sight has a network of clubs and groups across the County which offer an opportunity to meet and socialise with other visually impaired people in the area.
I was invited to attend the Waterlooville Open Sight meeting to welcome two cyclists who were cycling from Eastleigh and back again having covered 120 miles. They called in at all the Open Sight groups on route and I was able to welcome them and also spend time talking to users of the club.
This is obviously a lifeline to those unfortunate enough to be visually impaired and the club provides a very welcoming atmosphere.
Family Church Fun Day held in Havant Park – Saturday 19th July
July 23, 2014Family Church Fun Day.
Having attended this event last year in my capacity as Deputy Mayor it was good to be able to return again this year as Mayor. As it did not conflict with any other major events this year, it attracted the support it deserves. There were many stalls and opportunities for everyone to take part, all completely free! There was also live music and plenty of squash and water – all needed on a very hot day!
Well done to the Family Church and thank you for inviting me.
Opening of Play Equipment at Bidbury Mead – Saturday 19 July
July 23, 2014
Due to problems with bringing all the arrangements for this together this was third time lucky!
The forecast was for appalling weather but, as luck would have it, it was sunny and warm. Both children parents and dogs were present at the official opening and went on to enjoy the equipment. This play area allows children to develop their own creative play with clever use of natural textures such as wood and grass. All in the lovely environment of Bidbury Mead.
The Rowan’s Hospice 20 Year Anniversary Celebrations – Preview of Sculpture by Philip Jackson – 18 July
July 23, 2014The Rowan’s Hospice 20 year Anniversary Celebrations Preview of Exhibition of Sculpture by Philip Jackson on the 18 July.
I am so enthusiastic about this event that I don’t know where to begin. I was invited because the Rowans Hospice is one of my charities for this year and thank goodness it is! What a privilege to have such a small group going around the Cathedral in Portsmouth to view these magnificent sculptures!
An ideal venue for the pieces that have so much grace and elegance. I leave you to judge for yourself by the picture that follows of Gale Force Nun II.
This exhibition is open until 31st July I urge you to pay a visit – not to be missed!
Gale Force Nun II
Havant Academy Awards Evening – 17 July
July 23, 2014It was stiflingly hot on this evening for pupils parents teachers and myself.
Tremendous results by the youngsters many of whom won several awards for achievement and progression within various subjects.
A very interesting talk by International Athlete Bolanle Ogun.
It was good to see that the Academy is progressing so well. It would be nice to be invited to attend some future events when perhaps it is not quite so hot! Well done Havant Academy.
Launch Event for new Post Office in Havant
July 17, 2014Hoorah opening of a post office – and not the closing of an existing one!
The new Post Office in Havant Town Centre is in a more easily accessible spot for shoppers and customers generally and the modern retail environment makes it much better to visit and offers longer opening hours to benefit customers. I am delighted that we have this vital community asset in Havant. Good luck Baljit Mandair!
MADD Productions at the Kings Theatre, Southsea on 14 July
July 17, 2014On Saturday 14 July I attended the MADD Productions performance at the Kings Theatre.
What a magnificent evening showcasing the incredible talent of the youth of Havant. A mix of dance, music acting and drama all so well presented by each of the secondary schools from the Havant Federation.
The Kings Theatre was heaving at the seams with children, parents visitors and supporters. Another great memory that I will treasure for ever! Well done to all involved.
All the Fun of the Fair – Hayling Music Society – 12 July
July 17, 2014
What a treat to attend the performance of All the Fun of The Fair staged by Hayling Music Society. A very strong cast in a not very well know musical.
Largely autobiographical story written by David Essex and extremely well portrayed by all the main characters. Their voices were strong and the standard of acting generally was excellent – well up to the standard of the renowned Hayling Musical Society. What a great raft of talent we have in Havant Borough! I look forward to the next production.
St Thomas More’s School Summer Fair – 12 July
July 17, 2014On arrival at the St Thomas More’s School Summer Fair,
I was met by the headmaster Mr Colin Flanagan who introduced me to other members of staff. Unfortunately due to vast building works beginning just before the end of term it was not possible to see around the school which has changed so much since I did a few days of supply teaching there many years ago. Colin was also taking part in the horse racing attraction I wonder if he won, as he had reached the finals but I had to leave before the deciding race? A thoroughly enjoyable event.
Staunton Festival – 12 July
July 17, 2014
On the 12 July I attended the Staunton Festival. A beautiful hot sunny day and I enjoyed looking at all the stalls and attractions. It was fascinating to hear about the processes used for purifying our tap water also to see one of their original brown Standard vans which had been renovated to its original ‘glory’ – I suggested they might like to enter or show it at our Classic Vehicle Show next April. Another stall at which I spent a long time was the Husky rescue stall. Delightful dogs they were looking forward to a trip into the water mist tent – I don’t blame them, I enjoyed it too – as it was so hot. Due to other Mayoral commitments I couldn’t stay too long but congratulations on a super attraction for the local community.
MADD Productions at The Kings Theatre, Southsea on the 14 July
July 16, 2014What a magnificent evening showcasing the incredible talent of the youth of Havant. A mix of dance, music acting and drama all so well presented by each of the secondary schools from the Havant Federation.
The Kings Theatre was heaving at the seems with children, parents visitors and supporters. Another great memory that I will treasure for ever.
Launch Event for Havant’s new Post Office – 15 July 2014
July 16, 2014
Hoorah opening of a post office – and not the closing of an existing one!
The new Post Office is in a more easily accessible spot for shoppers and customers generally and the modern retail environment makes it much better to visit and offers longer opening hours to benefit customers. I am delighted that we have this vital community asset in Havant. Good luck Baljit Mandair!
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Springfield Care Home Summer Fair – 5 July
July 15, 2014My final visit of the day was to the Springfield Care Home at Emsworth. By this stage of the day having spent a lot of time on my feet, they were killing me but I received such a warm welcome by the management and the residents that I soon forgot the discomfort.
It was wonderful to be able to go and talk to, I believe all the residents and staff present and I met some delightful people who all seemed extremely happy to be living at Springfield. The residents were partaking of a lovely tea some inside but mostly outside in the garden. I look forward to visiting again.
Bedhampton Show at Bidbury Mead – 5 July 2014
July 15, 2014Following the Waterlooville Classic Car Show I attended the Bedhampton Show at Bidbury Mead.
Fortunately the weather still held so I was able to wander around the various stalls before judging the best fancy dress in age categories. Remarkable ingenuity was shown in creating some of these designs – well done parents and children! Again very hard to make a choice for each category when such a lot of effort has been put in to each creation and you know that some are going to be disappointed. However all those who didn’t win received a bag of goodies. Bidbury Mead provides such a lovely environment for this community event.
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