THE latest community news from Machynlleth

Repair and Share

PEOPLE can upcycle in Machynlleth on Sunday, 21 October, as the Cymhorthfa Repair and Share Fair returns, between 10.30am and 3.30pm.

The next session of the Repair Café itself will be held on Saturday, 17 November, at the Owain Glynd?r Institute, from 10.30am to 3pm.

Fundraiser

THE Machynlleth branch of the North West Cancer Research held its annual coffee morning at Machynlleth Rugby Club on Saturday, 6 October when, thanks to the hard work of committee members, friends and great public support, £1,609 was raised.

Thanks to all who attended, donated money, raffle prizes and baked cakes and to Lilian and Elfed for the use of the rugby club once again this year.

“This was our best ever coffee morning fundraiser,” said chair Geraint Jones. “The money raised will help us to continue to fund NWCR’s world-class research.”

Rail AGM

A WELL-ATTENDED AGM of the Shrewsbury-Aberystwyth Rail Passengers’ Association (SARPA) was opened with words of praise from chair Jeff Smith on Saturday, 6 October, as members gathered at the White Lion Hotel, Machynlleth.

Following his thanks to the members and hotel, he continued with an excellent presentation on the history of the current Wales and Borders franchise, which came into effect in 2003. The new franchise sees KeloisAmey, in partnership with Transport for Wales, taking over.

He confirmed that SARPA would continue to press for improvements with a full hourly service, more carriages, less cancellations, more space for luggage and bikes amongst the group’s aspirations.

The treasurer/membership secretary, who was retiring from the role, gave a full account of SARPA’s sound balances, bringing much appreciation from the members. Membership fees had been left at £8 for many years and, following discussion, it was agreed that they be raised to £10 for individuals and organisations from 1 January.

Officers and committee elected for 2018/19 were: chair, Jeff Smith (Aberystwyth), vice-chair, Ivor Morris (Welshpool); treasurer/membership secretary, Bill Redfern (Tywyn); secretary, Sarah Harvey (Welshpool); webmaster, Angus Eickhoff (Machynlleth); newsletter editor, Denis Bates (Aberystwyth) to be confirmed. Elected as committee members were: Roger Goodhew (Shrewsbury), Tony Harvey (Welshpool) and Robert Knight (Machynlleth). Cllr Michael Williams represents both Powys County Council and Machynlleth Town Council on the group.

Clwb Coginio

ON Saturday, 13 October, Machynlleth Bowling Club hosted Mach Maethlon’s free Clwb Coginio which saw Claire from the Green Goat Café take budding cooks through the skills needed to cook up a tasty vegan version of the Greek favourite Moussaka.

The new Mach Maethlon project Pathways to Farming is under way with ten new trainees in horticultural food production already signed up. At the same time as training new local food producers the project aims to create new markets for these producers to sell their produce into.

On Monday, 22 October, there will be a launch event for local businesses to come and discuss the value of using local produce in their menus and talk about new models for buying from local producers. The event is being run in collaboration with the Dyfi Biosphere.

Anyone interested, contact Kate on [email protected].

Darts league

THE opening fixtures in the Dyfi Valley Darts League 2018/19 start at 8pm on Friday, 19 October, with fixtures continuing at the same time on every Friday thereafter.

Exciting new competitions have already been arranged, and cash prizes will be awarded to every team based on final league positions.

Concert

THERE will be a concert, featuring Côr Bro Meirion, Edryd Williams and Sara Meredydd, at the Tabernacle Machynlleth on Saturday, 20 October, at 7.30pm. Proceeds to Cylch Meithrin Machynlleth.

Artist talk

THE artist Owen Williams talks about his works on Wednesday, 24 October at noon. The event takes place in the Tabernacle and is free to all.

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