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Stalbright AGM 2018

18/7/2018

The Stalbright AGM will be held at 7pm at the Hub on Friday 27th July 2018.

Forge Fabrics are holding a kids knitting session during 1/2 term on the 30th May 10am -2pm. The workshop will help kids get involved with the Stalbridge Armistitch Project as well as learning to knit and having fun.
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2nd Armistitch Making Poppy session

30/4/2018

Another great making session this morning. First male attendee, crochet novice and the youngest crafter was 2. The group have made 106 poppies so far. Don't forget you don't have to be able to knit or crochet to get involved you can come and learn or donate a kit for someone else to make these are available at Forge Fabrics for £3.00 including a 30p donation to the RBL.

1st Armistitch Poppy making session

24/4/2018

The first session was held at The Hub on Monday 23rd April. We had a great turn out tea, coffee and conversation flowed.
You don't have to be an experienced crafter there are lots of willing hands happy to pass the skills on.
The next session is Monday 30th at 9.30- 11.30am and every Monday thereafter (except bank holidays)
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Project Armistitch Commences

16/4/2018

Come and join us at our special Poppy making Cafés in The Hub at Stalbridge.
Poppy making Cafes will be held every Monday from 9.30-11.30am, starting on Monday 23rd April.
All abilities are welcome to join in.

Stalbridge Armistitch is a Community Craft Project set up to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of the 1st World war.
We are asking residents to knit, sew or crochet their own poppies which will be displayed in locations around Stalbridge in the months leading up to Armistice Day on 11th November 2018 when a community wreath will be made and placed at the War Memorial in the grounds of St. Mary's Church.

Poppy making kits (including the wool to make 5 poppies are available for £3.00 from Forge Fabrics which includes a 30p donation to the Royal British Legion.

You can also make your poppies at home, then drop them off at our collection points at Grays of Stalbridge, Forge Fabrics and The Hub.

Stalbridge Armistitch

11/4/2018

Community craft project to make poppies to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of the 1st World war.
Poppies will be displayed in town locations and a community wreath will be made and placed at the War Memorial
Making kits £3.00 (wool you need for approx. 5) available from Forge Fabrics which includes a 30p donation to RBL
Poppy making Cafes at the Hub from the 23rd April every Monday 9.30-11.30am.
All abilities welcome
or make at home if you prefer

When you have finished your poppies you can drop them off at the following poppy collection points:
The Hub
Forge Fabrics
Grays

Stalbright Needs You

22/3/2018

We are planning an exciting new community craft project and are looking for locals who knit & crochet to help us spread the skill.
If you would like to be involved please call Tracey 01963 364276 or fill out the contact form below.

St Marys in the Spotlight 2017

20/12/2017

Lantern Parade 2017 Final update

13/11/2017

We are almost there now!
It's only a few days to the 2017 Stalbright Christmas Lantern parade and we have 176 lanterns in the parade.
As Stalbright is responsible for insuring the parade we require all participants in the parade to be registered in order to be covered by our insurance.
So, in a nutshell,
No registration , no wristband, no insurance cover - no joining the parade.
Here's an FAQ section to help you get ready:
Don’t forget to wrap up Warm & make it festive with Santa hats etc. &
Please bring bells, whistles and shakers .
How do I light up my lantern ? - This year we are asking you to provide lights for your lanterns. These could be a battery powered torch, LED light or a small set of fairly lights. Don’t forget to check your batteries are good for the event and no naked flames are permitted.
Is there an age limit to take part in the Parade? - There is no age limit to participate, however any children being registered MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Where do I go to join the start of the Parade? - The parade start point is at Stalbridge Close, please gather on the central grassed area by 17.15 and no later than 17.30. On arrival please find your group leader, they will be holding gold lanterns with a picture of your group name .
What if I have just registered just for the parade? – On arrival please find the group leader for the
'Kings ' (John Foster-Pegg) he will issue your wrist bands.
Please note parking is not permitted in the Close and pedestrian access is via Ring Street.
How will I know where to go? – Once with your group your Group Leader will lead you though the parade and will help you with any issues on the night. The route leaves Stalbridge Close at 5.45pm and turns left up Ring Street towards The Ring.
What happens when the parade gets to The Ring ? - The Ring , The Cutting and a stretch of Lower Rd adjacent to Anglesey Cottages are safe viewing areas as the roads will been closed to traffic.
When the parade arrives the Angels group (Choir) will gather on Lower Road in front of the stage and the rest of the parade will enter at the lit point of The Ring ready for the interactive Christmas Story, carols and the lighting of the Lime Ring tree.
(Whilst on The Ring please take care near the edges that have a drop and ensure there is no climbing up and down the walls )
What happens after the lighting of the lime tree? - At the end of the event parents are responsible for making sure their children exit The Ring in a safe manner through the lit points only
PLEASE DO NOT EXIT OVER THE WALL.
So there you have it! If you have any questions, get in touch with us via email clerk@stalbridgetowncouncil.gov.uk or through our Facebook group.
All Good have a GREAT PARADE
Stalbright Lantern Parade Team

November 09th, 2017

9/11/2017

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