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A weekend of music!!
Saturday 16th July
From 7 until 9 pm
The Flint Male Voice Choir and the St Helen’s Concert Band will give a concert on the Bandstand.
The concert is Sponsored by the Wallasey Lions and will be attended by the Mayor of Wirral.
A collection will be taken in aid of Claire House.
We hope that you will be able to attend.
Vale House Café will remain open so that refreshments will be available.
If you have bought tickets for this event your money will be refunded on the night.
Sunday 17th July
As part of the VALE PARK SUMMER BAND FESTIVAL there will be a massed Band Concert on the Bandstand sponsored by the Rotary Club of Wallasey.
The Bands will be having a "warm up" at 11 o’clock and a buffet lunch at 12 noon.
The programme of music will begin at 12.30 and continue till about 4 pm.
The Deputy Mayor will be joining us on this occasion.
New Brighton Carnival
Organised by NEW BRIGHTON COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP, the CARNIVAL takes place as usual on the first weekend in June - Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th June this year on the first Dip, King’s Parade.
There will be a Fun Fair, a Junior Soccer Tournament at the New Brighton end, Live entertainment, Stalls, a Refreshment Tent and children's entertainment.
PARADE
Saturday 4th at 11 o’clock there will be a Parade which will form up in the Fort Perch Rock Car Park from 10.30 am.
The Parade will be led by the Sea Cadets Band followed by the Mayor of Wirral from the Fort car park along the Prom to the Carnival ground on the first Dip.
ANYONE CAN JOIN IN.
SEVEN WAVES COMMUNITY RADIO ENTERTAINMENT MARQUEE
Saturday – Wallasey Ballet School - SUMMER SENSATIONS -
hosted by Aaron Hayes and sponsored by ASDA Liscard
4.30 – 6PM DISCO.
Sunday - THE BLACK KNIGHTS – Top 60’s Cabaret Band.
ENQUIRIES – 639 5798 – rustyk@supanet.com
A STALL AT THE CARNIVAL
Raise some cash for yourself or your Organisation.
Telephone: 0151 630 5054
£15 per day/ £25 for 2 days Bring your own table
You can set up any time after 9.30 am
Vehicles must be moved from the site by 10.30 am.
BE THERE IF YOU CAN...CHRIS MERCER
Inspired To Worship Tour
Sammy Horner with Chris Mercer
Kings Church , Victoria Fields Birkenhead
7.30pm
Tickets £2 on the door
Sammy Horner the pioneer of celtic worship music fused together with the contemporary and featuring Chris Mercer with Whispers of His grace
Tower Action Group
A mix of bad and good news this time.
On the 9th March we were back again at the Town Hall to put our case, and hear the decision on the application by Orange PLC to fit 2 x new 600mm microwave dishes on the tower. We lost because the Planning Committee disagreed with our case that 3 of the existing 5 dishes should have been removed 28 days after they became redundant many months ago. If they had been removed in line with the original imposed conditions, then the new application would be to actually increase the number of dishes from 2 to 4. Our further case that the new dishes should not be allowed because the same effect of "line of sight" communication could be achieved using land-lines was largely ignored. We remain uncertain as to how much the decision was influenced by one of the committee shouting "if you think this looks bad (the tower) then you should see the one that is behind my house". The vote to approve the 2 extra microwave dishes was unanimous.
Good news. On 23rd March the decision was taken by the Inspector from the DETR in Bristol to dismiss both applications by Hutchison 3G UK to remove 5 of the original windows from this Grade 2* Listed building, and to replace them with plastic (GRP) imitations so that 3 x antennae and 2 x microwave dishes could be "hidden" behind the plastic glass which would allow the microwave radiation through unhindered. The Inspector made reference to the fact that not only would the new windows be highly noticable but also the new antennae and dishes would be seen, and that it would not be right to use the poor maintenance by United Utilities of the existing glazing in the tower as a reason to make further variation in the overall visual appearance of the structure. The Inspector also stated that "As the third party representations suggest, the continuing additions are beginning to change the character of the entire building from one of a water tower to that of a telecommunications tower. I agree that it is a 'step too far'".
The full decision is available on the "Tower Action Group" website at www.emit.demon.co.uk/tag. If you do not have access to a computer, a copy of the report may be obtained through the "New Brighton Community Partnership".
THE PROPOSED NEPTUNE DEVELOPMENT
The plans are now with the Planning Department and a decision should be made by the Planning Committee some time in June. The plans will then go to Government Office for the decision to be ratified - or not.
Whether you are FOR the Development or AGAINST it your views are important. Please write and let the Planning Committee know what YOU think. Write to -The Head of Planning Services, Wirral Borough Council, Town Hall, Wallasey.
8 YEARS OF THE NEW BRIGHTON WALRUS
This edition of the Walrus is the 32nd We have been printing and delivering it to you for 8 years! We hope that you find it useful. Many thanks to all those volunteers who have given time to deliver it. We need more volunteers. Could you spare half and hour 4 times a year to deliver some? Would you like to advertise in the Walrus? Please get in touch if you would like to do either. 639 5798 We'd be very pleased to hear from you.
Merseyfest on the Wirral
Let me introduce you to Merseyfest. Merseyfest is a church based organisation that is putting together a series of community projects and festivals which are both sustainable and impact directly on the community. (Currently over 175 such projects have been accepted from the Wirral to Southport, St Helens and beyond) So what does that mean to me I hear you ask? We are currently directly involved with 4 community projects in the Wallasey area as well as two exciting evening events. 1. Painting the 'Place in the park' a community hall situated in central park. 2. Painting park equipment in a number of local parks. 3. Environmental clearing in a number of locations. 4. Gardening for the elderly and delivering vital safety leaflets about doorstep crime. A festival to be held in Vale Park on Friday 19th August and a free 3 course meal for the elderly to take place the week of 16th-19th August. In Wallasey village. But that's not all. Merseyfest is taking over Croxteth Park in Liverpool where approximately 4000 delegates from all around the world will be camped in order carry out the projects and host all the events. All of this is to take place between the 14th and 21st August. You can help us to make this a very memorable time. Do you know any where in your neighbour hood that would benefit from clearing and cleaning? Do you know any one over the age of 55 that would like a free meal with music and entertainment? Do you know someone who is elderly and is unable to clear their garden? Is your local park looking a little bit untidy? If you can answer yes to any of these then we would like to hear from you. You can pass on any information to Mel on 0151 638 8818 or the Merseyfest office on 0151 282 8054 alternatively you could even call the publishers of this magazine mentioned on the front cover. Also if you're a part of a local church and would like to be directly involved with Merseyfest as a delegate where we will guarantee you a great week of entertainment fun and some hard work then why not sign up and join us. Please call the Merseyfest office above to begin this exciting adventure. Let August 2005 be the time we all make an impact on the lives of those around us and make a difference to the place we live! Have a great summer with Merseyfest on the Wirral.
Find out about your local heritage and the town's most interesting listed buildings in this brochure produced by Wallasey Civic Society.
For more details contact the Secretary - Mrs Therese Irving 638 0069 - email: t.irving36@btinternet.com
The Society is a voluntary organisation that is non-party political. Meetings are held for members and a newsletter is published on a regular basis.
Why not join? Contact the Secretary for a membership form.
28thWallasey Scouts
28TH Wallasey (Catholic) Scout Group
50th Anniversary Re-union
A GRAND RE-UNION is arranged to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the 28th Wallasey (Catholic) Scout Group.
This will take place over the weekend of 17th, 18th & 19th June 2005. So put the dates in your diary NOW, and make sure YOU are THERE!
Passthe word on to all scouting friends you are still in touch with. We’re looking forward to meeting up with so many old friends from all over the world!
FRIDAY 17th June 2005 Pie and a Pint get-together
SATURDAY 18th June 2005 12.00noon to 4.30pm OPEN DAY at HQ St George’s Road. Displays, Photos. Scouting Demonstrations. Refreshments
SATURDAY 18th June 2005 7.00pm for 8.00pm 50th Anniversary RE-UNION DINNER at Wallasey Golf Club.
SUNDAY 19th June 2005 10.30AM 50th Anniversary MASS at SS Peter & Paul’s New Brighton. Scout Parade with ORIGINAL FLAG. Refreshments in School Hall afterwards.
****** 50th ANNIVERSARY RE-UNION ******
Friday 17th, Saturday 18th, & Sunday 19th JUNE 2005
Reply Form: Please return to:
Paul Lloyd, 22 Queensway, Penworthan, Nr Preston PR1 0DS
E-mail: paul.lloyd17@btinternet.com
OR Bill Iveson, 12 The Oval, Wallasey, Wirral CH45 6UY
E-mail: billiveson@ntlworld.com
YES I am interested in the 50th Anniversary Re-union. Please send me further information
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Children's Talent Show with AARON HAYES
On Vale Park Bandstand
Monday to Friday 2 - 4 pm
From Monday 25th July until Friday 26th August
Admission 50p
Chris Mercer
Chris Mercer is a Contemporary Christian artist and tours the UK and overseas. She is managed from the USA. www.tameyourtongue.com.
Her desire to sing stemming from the grace and love of God she found in her relationship with a loving Saviour, Jesus Christ.
Her new Album Whispers of His Grace is being released in UK/Europe, USA, New Zealand and Australia this month.
She is patron to 4 charities for the homeless/needy. One in the UK, The Charles Thompson Mission, Helping Hands Pennsylvania USA, one in Romania, Pater Noster, and one in Uganda for disadvantaged children, these will all receive support from The Whispers Foundation.
She should be touring in USA and Romania and maybe New Zealand in '06 and local concerts are Saturdays 18th June 05 and 1st October 2005 both at Kings Church Victoria Fields Birkenhead 7.30pm.
Her music is described as roots and rock with a twist of country
Chris is a local girl, living with her family in Wallasey Village and she would love the people of the locality to enjoy her music and to be behind what she does. Do visit her website www.chrismercer.net and leave a hello in the guest book.
Community Green Place
The May 2005 Community Green Place Issue 19 is out now.DC Data
THE PAPER FOR THIS ISSUE OF THE WALRUS HAS BEEN SUPPLIED - ONCE AGAIN! - BY DAVE CARTER OF DC DATA. THANKS DAVE - WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT.Message Board
Do you want to comment on the Walrus magazine, the Walrus website or talk about what's happening in New Brighton and Wallasey? Leave a message on our board.New Brighton Photos
We have some more photographs of New Brighton and Wallasey, both today and of old.Paper Collection Calendar 2005
Please put your bag out at the edge of your property nearest to your pavement on your day of collection by 7:30amYour collection dates for 2005 are:
May 10th, 24th
June 7th, 21st
July 5th, 19th
August 2nd, 16th, 30th
September 13th, 27th
October 11th, 25th
November 8th, 22nd
December 6th, 20th
Vale Park Summer Band Festival 2005
Dates and entrants are now available for the 2005 Vale Park Summer Band Festival.
HERITAGE OPEN DAYS
WALLASEY
September 2005
- Friday 9th 10.30-11.30am
- Town Hall, Brighton Street guided tour by the Mayor of Wirral
- Saturday 10th 12md - 4pm
- Memorial Church, Manor Road
- Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th 10am - 4pm
- Leasowe Lighthouse, Leasowe Common
- Saturday 10th
- St.Peter & St.Paul's Church, Atherton Street
Guided tours at 2pm and 4pm. - Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th
- St.Hilary's Old Tower, Church Hill 2pm -4pm
Children's Quiz sheet at each of the venues
Vintage Wallasey shuttle bus between the sites
MEMBERS:
Friends of Vale Park . Vale House JMC . Save the Gorse . Reclaim the Quarry . Tower Action Group . Riverside Housing . Ball Ave Homewatch . Wellington Rd Cons. Area . N.B.T.A.B.A. . B.R.A.V.O. . St. James/Emmanuel . Wallasey Civic Society . Portland Court . Sandrock Galleries . Grennan Residents . R.N.L.I. . N.B. Action Group . Fort Perch Rock . Victoria Parade . N.B. Community Association . St. Andrews Church . Penkett Road Area Action Group . Waterloo Road . Magazine Brow Conservation Area . Faith House . St. Peter & Pauls . Marine Lake . Merseyside Police . 3B's Partnership . Primrose Court . Field Road Action Group . Merseyside Cycling Campaign . New Brighton Cycling Club .