Archive News
May - June 2007
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FAYRE POSTPONED - The Wedding Fayre, which was planned to be held at St Peter's Church, Pentre this month, has been postponed until the Autumn due to unforeseen circumstances.
RACE
FOR LIFE - Five
members of staff at Treorchy Somerfield store will be taking part in the
‘Race for Life’ which will be held in aid of Macmillan Cancer Research
at Bute Park,
Sponsorship forms have been placed near the front of the store and it is hoped that customers will support the girls in their efforts.
The members of staff taking part in the 5 kilometre run will be Mair Dean, Sian Cox, Lyn Coombes, Kath Higgon and Janet Burns.
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WRITING GROUP - Mr Nigel Power would like to extend an invitation, to anyone who enjoys writing poems and short stories, to join a small friendly group of men and women who meet locally to share their work and ideas.
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The group meets every fortnight, from 7pm to 9pm, in Nigel’s home at 108 Dumfries Street, Treorchy, where a warm welcome is assured and the sessions close with a cup of tea or coffee.
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Please contact Nigel at the above address for details of the next meeting.
PENNSYLVANIA - Pastor
Andrew Jenkins, formerly of Ynyswen, was invited to be the guest speaker
at the Cornerstone Christian Church in Broomall,
Broomhall
is on the periphery of
On this occasion, Andrew was accompanied by his father, Tom Jenkins of Ynyswen, who noted that they coincidentally flew out to Philadelphia on July 4 which is of course, American Independence Day.
During
the course of their visit, Andrew and Tom travelled to Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, where Andrew’s great grandparents lived after emigrating from Treorchy
in 1870 and where his grandmother was born. They
also visited
Andrew
is an ordained minister within the
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Two of the boxes will be erected at the Youth Centre in
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The bird boxes were made by Lauren Holmes, Robert Mannie, Cory Thomas, Connor Thomas, Simon Phillips, Lowri Hillier, Rebecca Price, Jodie Morgan, Mario Alonzi, Sam Hodder, Robert Howells, Luke Thatcher and Josh Harries.
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The boxes were constructed with the help of Mr Rosswynne Jones and his woodworking skills, and decorated with the help of Mrs Sue Green, who is one of the youth workers at Treorchy Youth Centre.
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Jennifer Terry, Senior Youth Worker at Treorchy Youth Centre would like to congratulate everyone who worked on this environmental project for not only doing yourselves proud for the work you have produced, but for doing something that the whole community can appreciate and hopefully so will the birds when they move into their new houses!
The guest speaker, Mr John Hingott of Talking Newspapers, was introduced and welcomed. Based at the Phoenix Theatre, the Talking Newspaper distributes local news on tapes to those who have lost their sight or are partially sighted. This service is much appreciated. A vote of thanks was given by Annie Clarke.
Names
are now being taken for the trip to
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CHOIR ENTERTAINS - Cȏr Meibion Cwm Rhondda, with their Musical Director Neil Topping, held a concert at St Peter's Church, Pentre, on May 11, together with guest artists from
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A large audience were entertained with songs varying from Cwm Rhondda and Sospan Fach to Unchained Melody and songs from the shows. The guest artists wowed their audience with a wide selection of popular music.
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All present were treated to a rousing finalé with a combination of choir and guest artists singing a medley from Lés Miserables, which brought the audience to their feet in appreciation. A very entertaining evening of music, which was very much appreciated by the audience.
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The following day they sang at a wedding in St. Illtyd's Church, Tonteg, a busy few days.
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In June the choir will travel to Brixham to perform a concert in aid of the Torbay Lifeboat.
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If there are any prospective choristers out there who may be interested in joining the choir, rehearsals will resume on Wednesday 30th May at
FUN
FOR ALL THE FAMILY
All accommodation and camping spaces were full and the 'Sorry Full' signs appeared at Dare valley Country Park in Aberdare on the Mayday Bank holiday - scene of the second South Wales Geocaching event.
To the delight of organisers, Derek and Lynne Cummings of Cwmparc, the weather was warm and sunny and the event was declared a huge success.
Left: Derek and Lynne Cummings of Cwmparc
Right: Geocachers of all ages gather for the event
Campers begun to arrive at Dare Valley for the event on the Thursday preceding the Saturday event, and by the events start on the Saturday morning the camp-site was full of geocachers intent on making the event a three-day bonanza of Geocaching - with many from all parts of England keen to join in the fun with Welsh cachers.
It was a diverse crowd from all walks of life that enjoyed the event including Cardiff scientists 'Welsh Angel' and Sir Climbalot', and Porthcawl school teacher 'Mollyjak'.
Left:
Getting started on the day's fun
Children's competitions were held to keep the many children that also camped with their parents amused - with prizes for all that entered, while in-between, all raced to find some of the 11 new geocaches hidden in the area specially for the event, so as to 'log a find'.
Dare Valley's school room was utilized as a centre point - offering information to many people that popped in to see what Geocaching was about - and a place to declare the winners for the various competitions that were held, and also the raffle.
Right:
Winding down after a day packed with activities
After all the exertion and excitement of the day, by early evening all had gathered at the camp-site prepared for an evening of chatting and socialising at an informal barbecue, that for some continued till midnight.
On the Sunday, many visitors descended on the Brecon Beacons, intent on finding some of the many geocaches hidden on the Mountains.
The sport of geocaching is a cross between orienteering and a treasure hunt - using a GPS receiver that can be brought for less than £100 - and is enjoyed in just about every country in the world.
It
is hoped to maintain a yearly Geocaching event in
If you would like to know more about geocaching visit http://www.geocaching.com
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THREE PEAKS - Congratulations are sent to Dennis Jones, Gareth, Daryl, Rhydian and Michelle Slade-Jones and Dave Foulkes who succeeded in climbing The Three Peaks over the Easter weekend. Due to traffic problems, the team had an arduous thirteen hour journey to
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The first climb of the challenge, on Good Friday, was
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The total distance covered was over 6,000 metres. The aim was to raise much needed funds for
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Thanks also to Laura who assisted them throughout. They hope to raise over £1,500 when all monies have been collected.
With a tour guide in attendance, we learned the history of the area where there used to be twenty-four Woollen Mills, and this was the last one remaining. The well-stocked shops contained a variety of Welsh blankets, quilts, shawls, garments and toys. The visit ended with tea and home-made cakes in the café.
The
next meeting will be on Wednesday, May 30 when Mr John Hingott will be the
guest speaker. Names will then be taken for the June trip to
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FOOTBALL - Congratulations are sent to the junior 6 a side football team who won the Rhondda Cynon Taf Youth Football Competition.
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The competitors were Luke Thatcher, Scott Jones, Rhys Evans, Jordan Hagerty, James Hagerty, Nathan Parker and Ashley Smart.
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The team went on to the Youth Event Wales Finals Competition, which was held in
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Staff at the Youth Centre would like to say they are really very proud of this team’s efforts as this is their first ever competition, representing not only the Treorchy Youth Club, but the whole Rhondda Cynon Taf area.
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“Well Done, Boys!”
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