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The latest news from Todwick.
Calling all families who want to learn to play bowls! Come to Todwick Funday on Sunday, 26 May 2013!
Published: 22 May 2013
As part of the FUNDAY, Todwick Bowling Club is putting on lessons to show how to play bowls to children and their families.
Come to the Bowling Club – which is just beyond the Sports Pavilion on the Recreation Ground and join in the fun at the Todwick Funday on Sunday, 26 May 2013, 1.30 pm – 4.15 pm!
Calling all young footballers – Are you ready for Todwick Funday on Sunday, 26 May 2013?
Published: 22 May 2013
As part of the FUNDAY activities the U7 Football Manager has organised a football mini tournament that is starting at 10.30 am and will finish around 12.45 pm.
Meet the U7 Manager on the Todwick Recreation Ground.
New Sheffield International Concert Season 2013/14 at the Sheffield City Hall
Published: 25 April 2013
Details for the new Sheffield International Concert Season 2013/14 were announced on Saturday 20th April 2013 as part of the concert by the Hallé, the venues’ resident orchestra.
The announcement was given by BBC Broadcaster, Trisha Cooper who discussed the forthcoming programme with Chief Executive of the Hallé, John Summers during the pre-concert talk.
This first glimpse of the orchestras, conductors and soloists who will make up the rich repertoire of concerts for the new Season which spans from September 2013 to May 2014, totalling thirteen concerts.
Sheffield International Venues (SIV), who manage Sheffield City Hall welcome orchestras and artists from all over the globe including the UK, Russia, Spain, Germany, South Korea, Venezuela, Norway and Austria to name but a few.
Ticket holders will welcome known works such as Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, Elgar’s Enigma Variations, Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet, Tchaikovsky’s “Pathétique” Symphony and Bruch’s First Violin Concerto are programmed alongside less-performed works such as Ginastera’s Harp Concerto, Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Sheherazade.
This December 2013 the annual Christmas Concert returns with special guest presenter, actor and director Samuel West, who is well known to Sheffield Theatres and is Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus’ patron. A centenary celebration of Benjamin Britten’s War Requiem is possible thanks to the generosity of Steve Terry, a member of the Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus, in celebration of his late wife.
Richard Hunter, General Manager of Sheffield City Hall comments: “Classical music plays an integral role for Sheffield City Hall and by association with the City of Sheffield’s rich cultural heritage and Sheffield International Venues.
“We continue to look forward to inspire our future performers and audiences throughout the Season, ensuring schools have access to concerts and rehearsals. In addition, our lunchtime singing workshops have grown beyond our expectations and they continue into the 2013/14 Season. We hope to draw even more people into classical music and will continue to promote the rich culture and heritage that is abundant through the Season.”
Sir Mark Elder takes to the podium and opens the Season with the Hallé orchestra on Friday 20th September 2013 with three rousing scores.
www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk/search/events/?genre=101&venue=9&date=0
Copies of the 2013/14 Season are available at Todwick News Agency.
Todwick Easter Treasure Hunt 2013
Published: 4 April 2013
A chilly but pleasantly sunny day brought out the Treasure Hunters as we began the afternoon in the Church Hall with a wonderful parade of Easter Bonnets. Everyone then set off on the Treasure Trail and all made it safely to the Village Hall where the Treasure was waiting (Easter Eggs) along with a bouncy castle, refreshments, raffle, face-painting and games.
A huge thank you to all the volunteers including those from the Village Hall, Todwick Church, Parents in Action, Todwick Parish Council, Women’s Institute and Todwick residents who helped out in the preparation and running of the event and made it such a success. Also special thanks to the Easter Bunny for making a guest appearance!
Everyone said they thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. This was the second of what we hope will be an annual event. Any advice or suggestions about how we can build upon and improve the event for next year are very much appreciated and can be sent to helengreer-waring@hotmail.co.uk
Todwick Summer Celebrations 2013 – All Free of Charge
Published: 1 April 2013
An appeal – please put up BUNTING and FLAGS to celebrate Summer and the various events and perhaps keep them going until end July around your house, garden, road! Plans are well underway for all these events as follows:
Todwick Funday – Bank Holiday Sunday, 26 May 2013, 1.30 – 4.15 pm
Todwick Recreation Ground – fun for all! IF WET some events will be held in Village Hall.
Lots of entertainment during the afternoon... Facepainting by Linda, Music – mini disco, Party Games and Balloon Modelling by Jane and Mr Balloonist, Bouncy Castles and Jenger by Paula and Lisa, Kimmo the magician who will entertain from 15.30 – 16.15. There will be various stalls including the Save the Children Fund, Craft Group and lots more including FREE refreshments.
NEW! Posh Tea at the Ritz aka Todwick Village Hall – Sunday, 23 June 2013, 2.30 – 4.30 pm
There will be a trio of musicians entertaining whilst you enjoy your free Posh Tea. Anyone in Todwick who needs transport to get to this event should contact Sheila Pantry Tel: 01909 771024 or email sp@sheilapantry.com
Jazz Music by Moonlight in the Village Hall – Saturday, 13 July 2013, 7.30 – 10.30 pm
Tried too many times to have this event outside on the Recreation Ground and the evenings end too cold and often very wet – making it impossible! This will be on a first come, first served basis for bookings please contact Sheila Pantry Tel: 01909 771024 or email sp@sheilapantry.com
Art, Craft, Gardens, Allotments, Miniature Gardens and Scarecrow Trail Competition, Sunday, 28 July 2013, 12.00 – 4.00 pm
In the Village Hall, Church Hall and around the village.
There will be art and craft displays and free refreshments in the Village Hall.
Scarecrow competition – start thinking of what your scarecrow will look like this year – can be any topics! Judging will take place on the weekend Saturday – Sunday, 20–21 July 2013. So please DISPLAY your scarecrows on these dates.
Miniature Gardens – Also for the third year running there will be a miniature garden competition for 3 categories: 0–7 years; 7–16 years; adults held in the VILLAGE Hall. Gardens to be designed in a round, oval or square bowl/box, tray or tin and no larger than 45 cm × 45 cm (18 inches × 18 inches) or 45 cm (18 inches) diameter. Take your entry to the Village Hall by 12 noon on 28 July 2013. There will be a prize for each of the 3 categories: 0–7 years; 7–16 years; adults.
The Best Gardens and Allotments awards will be made again this year. There are 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes for the best gardens and also the best allotments. The Judges will be going round the village looking at the gardens and allotments and then making their decisions. There is no need to make an application for entry.
Any questions or for further information please contact Sheila Pantry, Tel: 01909 771024 or email sp@sheilapantry.com
News from 38th Rotherham (Anston) Scout Group
Published: 31 March 2013
Marie Wroe, Group Scout Leader of the 38th Rotherham (Anston) Scout Group informs that a good number of children from Todwick are already attending the Anston Group and the following details will be of interest to parents.
All meetings during Term Time are held at South Anston Methodist Church Community Hall, Sheffield Road, South Anston S25 5DT
Beavers 6 – 8 years old meet Monday from 6.15 pm to 7.30 pm
Cubs 8 – 10.5 years old meet Thursday from 6.30 pm to 8.15 pm
Scouts 10.5 – 14 years meet Monday from 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm
Contact: Marie Wroe on mobile telephone 07949 554159 or email mariewroe@btinternet.com
Keeping “Active Always”: Community Strength and Balance class now in Todwick
Published: 26 March 2013
The Community Otago programme is a strength and balance exercise programme for older adults delivered through RMBC and NHS Rotherham. Sessions have shown participants reporting improved function, confidence and reduced pain and improving from a high falls risk to low following a three month period as a result of attending activities. Sessions are held on Friday mornings 10.00 am – 11.30 am at Todwick Village Hall, the cost is £2.50, first session is FREE. Come along and give it a try, meet new people and have a chat with our fully qualified exercise leaders.
For more information on the programme and how you can get involved please contact Amy Roden RMBC Sports Development on 01709 363355.
Mary Gregory Children’s Park
Published: 25 March 2013
The Children’s Park next to Todwick Church is being named after Mary Gregory who worked so hard for Todwick Village over many years. One of the results of her work was the acquisition and instalment of the Park.
Due to the snowy weather the unveiling of the plaque in the swing park to commemorate Mary Gregory’s work which was scheduled for Wednesday, 27 March 2013 has now been postponed.
Please watch out for a new date – details will appear on Todwick website.
Todwick Litter Pick – Saturday, 16 March 2013
Published: 18 March 2013
On what turned out to be the best bit of weather all week, a group met at 2.30 pm to devote an hour to picking up litter. By far the worst areas are the Recreation Ground and Goosecarr Lane. It never ceases to amaze me that people simply leave their rubbish for someone else to clear up. I shudder to think what their homes look like. There were over 20 large bags collected, which included car mats, which cannot possibly be left accidentally. Our grateful thanks must go to Ann Rusling, Gary and William Greer-Waring, George Challans, Adam Bairstow, Mathew, Rachel, Sam and Amy Becket, and Ann Alan (Gran) who provided 3 generations, albeit reluctantly by Sam. Also Ben Smith, Etta Gregory and John Hewitt. Parish Councillors Helen Greer-Waring, Jean Leah and Brian White also lent their valuable assistance. As did Gordon Watson our Rotherham Councillor.
It is hoped that all of the above enjoyed the experience, sadly there will always be a need for this sort of action if we want our village to look nice. We will reconvene in June, details will be announced in The Informer and on the Todwick website.
David Gregory
Todwick War Memorial
Published: 11 March 2013
Your Todwick Parish Council (TPC) continue to look into the possibility of erecting a War Memorial in Todwick, and at the moment are considering possible sites and also what form such a Memorial should take. As TPC would have the responsibility of the general upkeep of any War Memorial erected, it should ideally be sited on land owned by TPC. There are also planning rules to consider. TPC will be giving more information on this matter at a later date.
Vintage Parlour Reading Group
Published: 11 March 2013
The first meeting of the Vintage Parlour Reading Group (VPRG) took place on 5 February 2013 at the Todwick Vintage Tea Rooms and, in spite of the huge fall of snow the village had experienced that morning, the turnout was very encouraging. Members discussed their various tastes in respect of reading and chose books for future consideration. We will be using the RMBC Libraries Readers Service and will pick up our monthly choice from the mobile library.
We will be meeting on the first Tuesday in each month at 11.00 a.m. – the next meeting is Tuesday, 2 April 2013 and anyone wishing to join us will be given a warm welcome. There are no fees to pay – just the cost of a cup of coffee and, for those so inclined, a slice of delicious cake or a scone.
The Phone Box Book Swap
Published: 11 March 2013
Thank you to the people donating books for the Phone Box. The Box is due to be tidied up shortly and new titles installed. Among books ready to go in are Tales from a Midwife by Jennifer Worth; The Book Thief by Markus Zusak; The Time Traveller’s Wife by Audrey Niffenegger; When Will There be Good News by Kate Atkinson and Hunting Unicorns by Bella Pollen, all which have been recent bestsellers and well worth reading. All books taken out are taken to a charity venue.
Todwick Village Hall
Published: 11 March 2013
Unfortunately, since the publication of the Village Hall Activities in the March 2013 edition of the Informer there have since been a number of changes. The following is the most up-to-date information available.
Zumba is back at the Village Hall and is proving very popular. From 13 March 2013 onwards, four weekly Zumba sessions will be held at 6.15 and 7.30 pm Wednesdays, 6.00 pm Thursdays, and 6.00 pm Fridays.
Weight Watchers are changing days from Thursdays to Saturdays. From 16 March 2013 onwards sessions will be held between 9.30 am – 11.30 am each Saturday.
Historical Society meetings were announced as starting half an hour earlier but will in fact remain at their usual time 7.30 pm and finish at 9.00 pm.
Table Top Sale – Sunday, 21 April 2013, 10.30 am – 2.00 pm
Time for a Spring clear out? Hire a table for £5 at the Village Hall Table Top Sale on
Sunday, 21 April 2013, starting at 10.30 am. If you’re looking for a bargain come
along with friends and have a browse, you never know what you might find! To book a table
contact the Village Hall 01909 774353 or Helen Greer-Waring 01909 774472,
helengreer-waring@hotmail.co.uk
The event is being held indoors so the weather will not affect us. Refreshments will be available.
Pie & Pea Quiz Night at 7 pm on Saturday, 20 April 2013. Tickets are £5.00 each and are available from John on 01909 773863 or Bryan on 01909 773853. Food is provided but please bring your own drink. Come and enjoy an evening of fun and, if you’re lucky, a winning prize!
Circuit Training will now take place only on Monday evenings between 6.30 pm – 7.30 pm with a new instructor – Roger Laidlow – Mobile phone 07581 216539.
As usual, full details of all activities running in the Village Hall can be found on village notice boards or by visiting the Village Hall website – www.todwickvillagehall.co.uk
See also Todwick Village Hall: Weekly Activities
Vandals in Todwick
Published: 28 February 2013
Todwick Parish Council (TPC) asks the residents of Todwick to keep a look out for someone who objects to the sign at the entrance to the Recreation Ground which is constantly being vandalised and pulled down.
The TPC and Todwick ratepayers are constant mending and replacing the sign at some cost.
If you should see anyone carrying out this vandalising or pulling the sign down please telephone the Police immediately.
Phone numbers Central Switchboard DIAL 101 to report an incident.
Crimestoppers number is 0800 555111. Report the action taking place as “Criminal Damage”.
Identifying the culprit will enable a prosecution to be brought with the backing of the Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council.
News from Todwick School Parents In Action (PIA)
Published: 18 February 2013
We held our Valentine’s Disco on Wednesday, 13 February 2013 which was a great success and very well attended, especially given it was a snowy evening.
Our next event is the Easter Cake Sale on Tuesday, 26 March 2013. Children bring cakes and buns into school in the morning and we divide everything up into boxes. Children may then purchase a box for £1 each. Any remaining boxes will be available to purchase from the school gate at 3.15.
Friday, 28 June 2013 is the date set for the Summer Fair, fingers crossed it stays fine this year.
The PIA is very grateful for all the help provided by parents, children and school staff. If you would like to be involved in the planning of future events please contact any member of the PIA or Mrs Oakes (Headteacher) at Todwick Primary School.
Brenda Dobson
Published: 16 February 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Brenda Dobson, a Todwick resident since 1964. Brenda, aged 75 years, died suddenly on 9 February 2013 from cancer.
A funeral service is being held at Todwick Church on Friday, 22 February 2013 at 1.15 pm followed by cremation at Rotherham Crematorium at 2.15 pm. Her Family would also like to invite any of Brenda’s friends back to 4 Tortmayns from 3.30 pm. Please text Heather on 07790 291245 for further information.
Weather in Todwick – Streetpride action
Published: 13 February 2013
Light snow started to fall around lunchtime today. This will get progressively heavier giving approximately 2–4 centimetres at all levels. The snow will then start to turn to sleet and rain between 5 pm and 7 pm.
There is also a warning of freezing rain that will be patchy, but could occur anywhere between 5 pm to 9 pm. Therefore there is a potential risk of disruption during the evening rush hour.
Proposed Action
Gritting teams salted the main routes overnight and worked on secondary routes this morning.
This afternoon teams will be salting the main routes.
This evening teams will be ready to salt routes if necessary.
Colin Knight
Streetpride Network Manager
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
Tel: 01709 822828
New Business: Floral Creations
Published: 6 February 2013
Various designs and types of presentation to suit your needs and budget. Flowers in a basket a speciality.
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Contact Caroline Dabill, Tel: 01909 518074 or mobile: 07766 571463
Urgent Notice – Todwick Toddlers
Published: 21 January 2013
Todwick Toddlers will be closed on Tuesday, 22 January 2013.
Snow and Todwick area
Published: 21 January 2013
Teams have worked around the clock this weekend to keep the roads clear and as safe as possible, and have managed to keep the vast majority of roads open.
The preparatory work which has taken place on the main routes has meant that there has been sufficient time yesterday and today to allow salting teams to continue to work on secondary routes, side roads and ad hoc requests from the public until 14:30. Gritter drivers have reported that members of the public have stopped them to show their appreciation for this work.
Gritter lorries have then been fitted with snow ploughs and will salt the primary routes ahead of a band of snow forecast to enter our region from 17:00 and continuing until midday Monday.
The night teams will be brought in at 19:30 to continually salt primary routes for potentially heavy snow conditions.
A further band of snow is then forecast to fall on our region on Monday evening with cold conditions continuing for the next five days. However, this is a long range forecast and could change.
Colin Knight
Streetpride Network Manager
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
Update on Winter Snow
Published: 18 January 2013
You may be aware from local and national news media that there is a likelihood that snow will fall over the region over the next few days. Rotherham MBC has sent the forecast they have received from the Met. Office for the South Yorkshire area. Please be aware that this can and does change.
Weather Summary
Friday
A band of snow spreading across the area during the day and overnight, potentially giving some significant accumulations.
Saturday
Further outbreaks of snow are expected through the day giving some fresh accumulations, but any snow will become increasingly light and patchy as the day goes. Widespread frost and ice.
Outlook for Sunday and Monday
Predominately dry, cold and cloudy through Sunday with patches of fog/freezing fog. With the odd flurry of light snow at times but any accumulations will be low. Turning more unsettled through Monday as a band of rain, sleet and snow spreads. Widespread frost and ice.
Proposed action
Thursday
- Our main routes are clear and dry with residual salt on them. Salting will be carried out overnight if necessary
- During the afternoon we have deployed all our gritters to secondary routes (estate roads, outlying villages, routes to schools etc.)
- Restocked our satellite depots (hand salting use)
- Teams re-filling salt bins
Friday
- All our gritters will be ready to be deployed at 08:00 am in readiness for any snow that arrives
- Teams re-filling salt bins
- Hand salting teams will be ready to be deployed if necessary
Saturday / Sunday
- All our gritters will be available and ready to be deployed
- 4 teams re-filling salt bins if required
- 12 hand salting teams have confirmed they would be willing to work over the weekend
- JCBs ready if necessary
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
Todwick’s unique tea towels – some still available
Published: 17 January 2013
Looking for a special 2013 present from Todwick?
Many people across the world were highly delighted with their special Christmas present – the Todwick tea towel!
Made a great present wrapper instead of filling landfill sites with waste Christmas paper, also available as an apron and a cushion cover. All very popular!
All available at a cost of £4.00 for any item at Todwick News Agency or from Sheila Pantry Tel: 01909 771024 or send an email request to sp@sheilapantry.com
Profits after expenses will go towards supporting Todwick Village Hall and Todwick Church Hall.
Sheffield International Classical Music Season 2012/13
Published: 17 January 2013
Held at the Sheffield City Hall.
For details of the programme of events, where to obtain tickets and much more information see www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk/sics or telephone the City Hall Box Office 0114 2 789 789
Snow and Roads
Published: 15 January 2013
Please find below a brief update regarding the wintery conditions that are affecting the highway network:
Over Sunday evening and the early hours of Monday morning between 1 and 5 cm of snow fell on Rotherham. The Council’s gritting teams worked throughout the night and kept all our main roads open.
With the main roads clear the gritters have been able to concentrate on routes to schools, Doctors Surgeries, local estate roads and also responded to customer requests during Monday morning. Additionally, hand salting teams treated footpaths around the borough and several teams have started to re-fill the grit bins.
The weather forecast for the next 24 hours is for further snow showers of around 1–3 cm with local accumulations of up to 5 cm with temperatures dropping to -2 °C.
In preparation for this we will be gritting the main routes again this afternoon, with teams scheduled to salt as necessary throughout the night.
As the week progresses it will remain very cold with temperatures dropping to -6 °C with the risk of a few snow showers.
I will keep you updated as the week develops.
Colin Knight
Streetpride Network Manager
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council