THE latest community news from Aberaeron

School reunion

FORMER pupils of Aberaeron County School during the Second World War, between 1939 and 1945, gathered at The Hive on the Quay for lunch, together with their spouses, to reminisce about their years at the school.

Most lived locally, three were former evacuees who had been looked after by close family members while they were at the school, and had travelled from Derbyshire, Surry and Buckinghamshire to be present.

The gathering was organised by John Price, formerly of New Quay, now living in Aberystwyth, ably assisted by his daughter, Elin.

After an enjoyable lunch, during which conversations flowed freely, Glenys Pashley, nee Ball, spoke briefly of her memories of her time at the school, during which she found the ability to write poetry and enlightened those present with a couple of examples.

As on previous reunions, in view of the gathering age of those present, the question was raised whether such reunions should be continued, the general consensus of those present was that a 30th reunion should be attempted, and John Price agreed to carry on his role in 2019 to facilitate that.

As on previous occasions, Gaudiamus, the school song, had been sung. The gathering closed with the singing of Calon Lân.

Seafood Festival

CARDIGAN Bay Seafood Festival will be held in Aberaeron on 8 July.

Again this year top chefs will perform fish cooking demonstrations. They include Gareth Ward, Ynyshir; Gareth Johns, The Wynnstay, Machynlleth and Ludo Dieumegard, Harbourmaster, Aberaeron.

Festival organiser Menna Heulyn, said: “This will be the 21st Cardigan Bay Seafood Festival which is held every year along Aberaeron harbour.

“We are delighted with the line up of chefs at this year’s event and their loyal support.”

Bridge Club

WINNERS were Keith Bellamy and Gill Howells. Herbie Rowley and Nigel Symons Jones were second and Dawn Claxton and Sally Davies third.

A warm welcome was given to a new player Barbara Jones, and to a returning Gwen Davies.

At 1pm on Wednesday, 20 May, at the Feathers Hotel, Lee Collier has agreed to give a special masterclass on 5-card majors, a system of bidding reportedly used by over two-thirds of players in world championships.

She will demonstrate the virtues of a 5-card system, when to bid a club or a diamond to deny a 5-card major and tie in with the Strong No Trumps opening bid.

All are welcome.

Aberaeron Bridge Club meets in the Royal British Legion Hall each Thursday at 6.40pm – newcomers are eagerly welcomed.

Afternoon tuition for beginners and improvers will resume on 27 June at 1pm on Wednesdays in the Feathers Hotel.

WI

IN recent weeks members have visited two places of interest, the first being the Woollen Museum at Drefach Felindre and then the Archives of Ceredigion County Council in Aberystwyth.

At both venues members appreciated the knowledge and presentations by staff members which evoked memories and a happy time was had by all.

They will be back in the British Legion Hall for their next meeting on Wednesday, 4 July, when the guest speaker will tell them about her life in the Royal Ballet.

Aeron Valley Railway Society

THE meeting of the society was held on 16 May and was attended by nearly 20 members.

There was a slideshow of many varied railway locations featuring steam locomotion all over the UK during the 1950s and 60s given by the acting chairman, Terry Davis.

It looked as if the sun shone more often back then!

The next meeting will be held at the usual venue of the Feathers Hotel on 20 June at 7.30pm, when they will have a talk by David Moores on the South Wales Industrial Line to Blaenserchan Colliery.

All members and interested visitors will be welcome.

Tabernacl

CYNHELIR yr oedfa y Sul nesaf, 24 Mehefin, am 10yb gyda’r Parch Stephen Morgan yn gwasanaethu.

Edrychwn ymlaen i groesawu ymwelwyr o Ohio i’r gwasanaeth.

Catholic Services

THERE will be a Mass on Sunday, 24 June, at the Holy Cross Catholic Church, Victoria Street at 12.30pm.

Church Services

SUNDAY, 24 June: Aberaeron, Holy Trinity: 8.45am, Cymun Bendigaid; 11am, Family Service, followed by refreshments; 6pm, Word and Worship in the Church Hall.

Thursday, 21 June: 9.30am, Parish Communion in Church hall, followed by refreshments.

For more information see church website - www.aberaeronparish.org.uk or call 01545 570433.

Henfynyw, St David: 9.45am, Morning Prayer (English service).

Llanddewi Aberarth, St David: 2pm, Evening Prayer (Bilingual service).

Llanbadarn Trefeglwys (Pennant), St Padarn: No service.

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