The Parish has a whole string of events happening across the year
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This is an informal group that meets on the third Wednesday of the month at Venn Court from 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm. We meet to share our love of reading, having read books from a suggested list.
These are for discussion in the meeting - Wednesday 18th January at 7.00 p.m. at Venn Court.
PRIZE-WINNERS
The Human Stain by Philip Roth
Recently filmed and starring Anthony Hopkins, this novel is set in 1998. It concerns the disgrace and downfall of Coleman Silk, a classics professor at New England's small Athena College. His life descends into scandal after accusations of racism and an affair; yet he has a truly dark secrecy hidden in his past. The skillful revelation of this really grips the reader.
Life of Pi by Yann Martel
This amazing fantasy centres on the Muslim-Christian-animistic Piscine Molitor Patel. After a vibrant upbringing, he embarks on a voyage for Canada. When his boat is scuppered, he finds himself in a lifeboat with a hyena, a monkey, a zebra and a tiger called Richard. The creatures turn on each other until Pi is left alone with Richard. They wander the oceans, pondering on their fate and the need for survival. The astonishing use of allegory really does deserve your attention.
The Siege by Helen Dunmore
This is a book that has jaw-dropping skill in its use of the English language. It is a painful, but brilliant evocation of the Siege of Leningrad. The attention to detail heightens the reader's experience as the experiences of Anna Levin are recounted. The descent into winter brings a horrid numbness to everything which is also vividly portrayed; yet when taste returns, even the reader is awakened!
Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire by Amanda Foreman
An utterly mesmerising read. Georgiana Spencer became Duchess of Devonshire in 1774 and proceeded to become the undisputed queen of fashionable society, an influential hostess and an important figure in the Whig party. Yet her story is one of cruel disappointments and personal suffering. One critic summed it up succinctly and accurately: "Not only a pungent, intimate blend of biography and history, but a provocative contribution to our understanding of women of the past".
The local Library - or the Travelling Library - will get the books for you.
Do come along and join in. There is no charge.
For details of the books, please ring Graham on 01752 881638
or Liz Hitchins 880715 for any further information.
LIVEWIRES
Programme of Community Coffee Mornings for Winter 2011 (PDF Download of programme)
at Venn Court Brixton
Thursdays from 10.30 am - Speaker from 11.00 am
January
12th January
Exploring the Brixton Village website with Graham Searle
19th January
Brixton - An Active Village
Jayne Wootton Active Villages Coordinator - South Hams Tone Leisure
26th January
Robbie Burns The Scottish Bard And anything Scottish
February
2nd February
Stamp Collecting
Vernon Bellerby
9th February
Agoraphobia - Taking a different view of things
Marlene Byford-Rew
16th February
A Good Read Talking about our favourite stories
23rd February
Church Architecture and conservation
Sue Spackman
March
1st March
Support for carers in the area
Maxine Kennelly
8th March
The Cinema and Films
Including our favourite films
15th March
Spotting the signs and raising awareness of skin cancer
Heather Sandover
22nd March
Community Development Work in Brixton
Jackie Blight - Tor Homes
29th March
Update on NHS and Social Services
Cheryl Lang
Everyone Welcome
If you need transport, please contact Elaine on 01752 880144
Sponsored by Brixton Feoffee Trust
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This friendly group of enthusiasts will give you all a warm welcome - whatever your level of ability!
They meet every Friday in The Community Centre at St. Mary's School in Brixton from 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm and in the same venue on Saturday afternoons from 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm.
Further information can be obtained from:
Rosemary Deeley 01752 880815
or
Wendy Constable 01752 402532
A gentle exercise class is held on Tuesday mornings at Venn Court, Brixton from 11.15 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. for people of all ages - helping to improve balance, posture and flexibility.
The class is led by registered physiotherapists, Sarah and Nicky with seated and standing exercise to lively music - you will feel refreshed, toned and invigorated afterwards.
The cost is £2.00 for an introductory session - come for a taster and see how you feel and £3.50 session for all subsequent classes
This is not vigorous exercise but stretching using all your muscles and joints, within your own control and capability - well worth the experience.
This class is supported by Devon Active Villages
Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee and the Arrival of the Olympic Torch in Brixton 2012
Brixton Parish Council, together with other organisations in the community, is starting to plan how we celebrate the Diamond Jubilee this year. We are looking at community events e.g. street party/parties, exhibition of memorabilia from 1952 and during the last 60 years, a thanksgiving service, etc. We would also like your ideas - traditional and contemporary on how we can make this a unique event in Brixton - contact Debbie White on 880634 or email her debbie.white12@mypostoffice.co.uk with your suggestions.
Brixton is also on the route for the Olympic Torch on Sunday 20th May 2012.
The Parish Council is setting up a group to coordinate the activities and celebrations for the Jubilee in June and the Arrival of the Olympic Torch in May. The first meeting will be on Thursday 26th January in the Royal British Legion HQ by Tuscany starting at 7.30 p.m. Everyone will be welcome to bring their ideas etc for both events to make this a special summer for the Parish. Contact Debbie White for more information.
Are you, or is someone you know, celebrating a 60th birthday or anniversary in Brixton in 2012. If you are, let us know and celebrate your special year as part of the Diamond Jubilee.
Mondays:
1.30-3.00 p.m. Stay & Play - Play bus - group for children under 5 and their parents - term time only Ivybridge Children's Centre contact 01752 896356
7.00-9.00 p.m. 3D De Coupage; term time only. Contact Hilary Pearn 01752 880413
7.30 p.m. Senior Badminton term time only. Contact Roy Axell 01752 880262
Tuesdays:
6.00-8.00 p.m. Adult Aerobics &Tap - term time only. Contact Alex Robinson 01752 482413
Wednesdays:
7.30 p.m. onwards Senior Badminton term time only. Contact Vernon Bellerby 010752 881424
Thursdays:
9.30 am to11.00 am Tai Chi; contact John Hamlett 01752 894197 ( daytime ) and 07972 846443
7.00 -9.00 p.m. Ashtanga Yoga term time only. Contact Stephen Harding 01548 550612
Fridays:
2.00 - 3.30 p.m. Village Airs Rehearsal Fridays by arrangement. Contact Jenny George 01752 880730 7.00-9.00 p.m.
Short Mat Bowls. Contact Rosemary Deeley 01752 880815
Saturdays:
9.00-1.00 Fusion - Children's Dance classes term time only. Contact Alex Robinson 01752 482413
2.00 - 4.00 p.m. Short Mat Bowls. Contact Rosemary Deeley 01752 880815
Other regular meetings:
Tuesdays:
Brixton Village History Group - every other month - details advertised in the Brixton Magazine
Wednesdays:
Brixton Parish Council 1st Wednesday in each month at 7.30 p.m. (Not August).
Brixton Parish Council Annual General Meeting 7.00 p.m. before the May Parish Council.
Thursdays:
Brixton Community Association quarterly General Committee Meeting - details in Brixton Magazine & on Community Centre Notice Boards
Saturdays:
Drum For Fun Workshop quarterly details in Brixton magazine and on notice boards contact Debbie Rushton-White 880634
BRIXTON COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
An invitation to residents of Brixton Parish to attend a General Committee meeting of Brixton Community Association on Thursday 9th February at 7.00 p.m at the Community Room, St. Mary's School, Brixton.
Brixton Community Association has an important role bringing organisations and people in the community together promoting new initiatives in the village - We will be delighted to see more local people at these meetings.
You will be made very welcome.
