Apple antics
AN unusual family event with an apple theme takes place on Sunday at East Farm, Rezare (between Launceston and Callington).
Apple Antics has been arranged by the Cornwall Wildlife Trust's Launceston Group, with apple related activities provided by many helpers. Artist Robin Paris will be making a mosaic using apples of different colours, to which each child will make a contribution.
There will be apple storytelling, games and lots of refreshments. The whole thing takes place in the setting of a wonderful old orchard and there will be indoor facilities in the case of wet weather.
The organisers are aiming to make this a fun event and at the same time to get across some important messages about nature. Those attending are asked to bring apples with them, as well as any apple facts or recipes they know.
Apple Antics takes place from 2.00pm to 5.00pm and directions are available on (01872) 240777 ext 200.
Ordination of Penny
AROUND 100 members of St Mary's Church, Callington, and St Sampson's Church, South Hill, made their way by coach and cars to Truro Cathedral for the ordination of their lay reader, Penny Raynham, to the office of deacon.
Readings from the Old and New Testaments were read by Peter Hambly, Churchwarden of St Mary's, and Penny Raynham respectively. The sermon was given by the Rev David Thurburn-Huelin, Director of Ordained Local Ministry, and the ordination was performed by the Bishop of Truro, the Rt Rev Bill Ind.
Bavarian evening
The Lions Club of Callington are holding an evening of Bavarian Entertainment on Friday, October 20, at Callington Town Hall. The evening will feature 'The Eidlesweins' the same band that played seven years before during the Tyrolean Evening.
Those wishing to attend are invited to wear their leather shorts and a Tyrolean hat to give the evening more atmosphere but it is not compulsory.
A supper is included and you can bring your favourite tankard. Tickets at £9 are available from Lions David Jones at the Town Hall or Ted Clarke on 01822 832716. The recent cricket match and horse race night arranged by the Callington Lions and Callington Young Farmers resulted in £240 being raised for Cornwall Air Ambulance and the Cavitron Fund. Each charity will receive £120.
Table top sale
THE 1st Callington Scout Group are holding a Table Top Sale at the Scout Hall, as part of their fundraising drive, on Saturday October 21 from 9am until 12.30pm. Tables are £5, to book call GSL Roger Denley on 01579 383032.
Harvest Festival
CALLINGTON United Sisterhoods Harvest Festival was presided over by Elsie Trevorrow. Happy thoughts were read by Margaret Brough on 'I Remember', Audrey Horsham on 'Gods free gift' and Ida Pearce on 'A Bishops Robe'. The guest speaker was Miss Joan Lean from Plymouth, she spoke about the messages on biscuit wrappers. Pianist was Rena Wooldridge and tea was served by Carrie Duance and Joyce Bartram.