Llanidloes

Rotary Club

LLANIDLOES Rotary Club welcomed two new members to the fold at their last meeting. Michael Evitts of Y Fan and Tony Thorn of Caersws were welcomed officially into the club by president Peter McCready. Both individuals have already supported the Rotary Club by marshalling at the Wales Rally GB and taking bucket collections at the town’s annual bonfire night. No sooner had the new members been welcomed in than they were back out on the street selling raffle tickets at the town’s Christmas lights switch-on.

The heavy rain and winds subsided long enough for the community to gather around the Christmas tree for fun and festivities. The Rotary Club, which had sourced the Christmas tree, also organised two Christmas hampers and a box of chocolates for their annu al raffle, managing to raise over £300 for local good causes.The club thanked the local com-munity for braving the weather and their generosity towards the raffle. Anyone interested in finding out more about Rotary can view the ‘Llanidloes Rotary’ Facebook page or visit www.llanidloes.rotary1180.org

Disco

THERE will be a children’s Christ-mas disco on Friday, 11 December, at the community centre from 5pm to 7pm.The cost is £2 per child and is organised in association with Llanidloes Carnival. The disco will include the selection of the carnival attendants.

Poppy Appeal

THE TOTAL collected in Woosnam & Davies News this year for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal was £483.26.This includes proceeds from the raffle, sales of wooden crosses, wristbands and donations given during the two weeks.The staff would like to thank everyone who helped to collect this great total.

Mothers’ Union

THERE will be a bring and share Christmas lunch on 10 December at 12.30pm in the vicarage.Playgroup raffleTHE CROCO Doco Dile play-group is holding a Christmas raffle with £100 for first, £50 for second, a hamper for third. The raffle will be drawn on 17 December at the youth centre. Tickets cost £1 each and are avail-able at Woosnam & Davies News.

Book signing

THERE will be a book signing at the Great Oak Bookshop on Saturday, 12 December, when John Hughes will sign copies of his new book, The Lost Welsh Kingdom from 11am to 1pm.

Christmas lights

SHOPKEEPERS are reminded that there is a window dressing competition with a Christmas theme. Judging will take place in the week beginning Monday, 7 December. The shops are beautifully decorated each year which is appreciated by residents and visitors.

Inner Wheel

IT HAS become a tradition at this time of year for members of the Inner Wheel Club of Llanidloes to provide a festive tea for the residents of Bodlondeb, Llangurig Road.Therefore on Tuesday, 24 No-vember, crackers were pulled, paper hats donned and everyone tucked in to a full afternoon tea.Entertainment followed with recitations by Janet Williams and everyone joined in a sing-a-long with Pam Mills on her guitar.Old Mill Christmas MarketTHE OLD Mill Christmas Market takes place on Saturday, 12 Decem-ber, from noon to 3pm. Mulled wine, mince pies, various stalls and crafts will be available with live music throughout.

Van Institute

THE VAN Institute Whist Drive is on Tuesday, 8 December, (poultry) with an 8pm start.

Christmas concert

RESIDENTS are warmly invited to the final performance of a group of Llani folk who have formed a six-week choir and would love to share the joyous songs they have learnt.The concert is free and takes place on Monday, 14 December, 8pm at the Van Institute. There will be mince pies, wine and some audience singing. Further details are available from Orla on 07803 697586.