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The story of a community garden – Part 1

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(Thanks to storyteller Rosemary.)
Community Gardens
Once upon a time……….

There was a strip of rough ground and concrete between Carswell Community School and Bostock Road.
Community Gardens
Then TrinityLearning worked with the school on plans to re-model the area into a sensory garden, which could be used as both an outdoor classroom and a space where the children could sit quietly and reflect. It would have winding paths, a rainbow tree seat and a light/dark tunnel to the story corner.

But to spread the load this had to be a Community Project. Da da da…
Community Gardens
A team from 3 Logistic Support Regiment at Dalton Barracks helped with clearing the area. ……..
Community Gardens
Parents, teachers and local residents worked together, laying out the design and digging over the soil…

Local businesses, including Oxford Green Roofs, Agrivert, AWBS, Richard Mathews, Merityres & Knights all helped  ………….

The next stage (once topsoil & fences have been delivered) is planting. Carswell are hoping to fill the garden with donated plants, so please put aside any excess seedlings or cuttings you may have (especially shade-loving plants – non-toxic, of course!) and pass them on to the school. Donations of seeds, unwanted garden items or cash would also be welcome – please contact Rosemary Perrow on 520282, TrinityLearning@gmail.com if you would like to help.
Community Gardens
…… and look out for the Community “Plant-in”!

to be continued …

St Nicolas May Fair

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St Nics Fete
At St Nicolas C.E Primary School there was the May Fair this morning.
St Nics Fete
The Fair was opened by the Mr Furniss, the Headteacher.
St Nics Fete
There was traditional Maypole Dancing.
St Nics Fete
These young ladies have just been to the face painting stall… Butterfly and Japanese Princess.

Fitzharrys Year 7 Litter Pick

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I have just checked the e-mail and there are 3 reports from different correspondents. It is always good to hear from others. Thanks to Ian for the first…
Fitzharrys Year 7 Litter Pick
“At the end of last term, some intrepid year 7 students volunteered to help clear all the rubbish that had blown up against the fence with Dunmore School over the last few years. They cleared several bin bags worth of litter. The constant rain failed to dampen their spirits, although the rewards of Mr Dennett’s big box of biscuits may have also helped keep enthusiasm high.

This latest drive to help clear the environment of Fitzharrys and the local area comes after all of year 7 cleared the field, all weather pitch and fences of our neighbours of litter. Students are also now eating their lunches in the hall to stop food waste and litter spreading around the school and community service volunteers work with the site team to help keep the school spotless.”

Flag Flies Half Mast Again

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Flag Flies Half Mast Again
I am sad to report that the Abingdon Flag is flying half mast for the second time in three months. This time we ALL regret the passing of Patricia Hobby, our Mayor until a few weeks ago.

Many people in Abingdon will better remember Pat as a primary school teacher. When I ever accompanied her we would meet ex-pupils glad to see her, and she would remember them.
Flower in Full Bloom
I remember David Fleming saying about Pat “One abiding memory of Pat at school was that she used to grow butterflies in her classroom, from caterpillar to butterfly. Her class was always colourful – with a flowery theme, as befitted her interest in Abingdon in Bloom.“