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My Time - Isle of Man
The What's On and Services Guide
for the over 50’s living on the Isle of Man
ISSUE 7 | NOV – DEC 2014 | FREE | www.mytimeisleofman.co.im
'Oh the weather outside
is frightful .......'
but 'My Time - Isle of Man' is starting it's 2nd year in
production with more and more 'activities' for those of us at
'that certain age' to take part in. From Argentine Tango'ing in
Ramsey - to Line Dancing in Douglas; from Art and Crafting
in Sulby and Dalby - to Chess 'clubbing' in Onchan....have
a look inside and see what is going on. There is so much to
do .. but also lots of things to read inside. This magazine is
for YOU ... so remember 'When thinking of things to
do with 'your' time ...think of 'My Time"!!! Nollick
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NEWS FROM MY TIME
NEWS FROM MY TIME
Contents NOV – Dec 2014
MT News
MT News from Manx Natural Healing Centre MT News from The Farmers' Markets
MT News from Manx Telecom
MT Guitar Works
MT What's On
MT Being 50, Feeling FAB!!!
MT News from the U3A
MT Information
Tips for Mobility
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When discussing a new range of
mobility scooters we had on offer
to a friend, he asked if there was
a model available with sails!!!! Of
course, he was joking, however when
choosing your mobility scooter, make
sure you think about what kind of
scooter suits your needs.
There are scooters which dismantle
for people who want to take a
scooter in the car for shopping, days
out or on holiday. Or perhaps you
want a scooter to go from your home
to a local shop or social event in
your area. There are even scooters
which you can take with you on a
plane or cruise ship.
There are, of course, other factors
to take into account, such as how
fast it can go, how far it can go on a
battery charge, together with style
and cost; but what’s important is
that you retain your independence
and continue to enjoy life, so choose
wisely.
For further information, contact
Tracey at Just Care Products
on 627177.
love my job!! I know I keep
saying this ... but with every
issue of the magazines that
I run ... the more I find
that people are just enjoying
discovering what there is to do on
this wonderful island of ours.
It's a HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY!!!
to 'My Time - Isle of Man' and
the ideas never cease. I do hope
you are getting 'ahold' of one
easily - but if you aren't - and you
can think of a venue that might
wish to stock them .... do let me
know and AS ALWAYS ... ideas
on articles? keep them coming!!!
Hugs and Happiness for the
coming New Year. Hee'moo.
Amy x
Come along to the
Laxey Christmas Market
An Annual Fabulous Festive Fayre at The Institute, Laxey.
With something for everyone: gifts, crafts, jewellery,
cakes, cards, soft furnishings, a raffle and refreshments;
Santa will be there to welcome children of all ages.
Do come and join in the festivities.
The Laxey Institute Christmas Fayre is to be held on
Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th November 10am – 4pm.
Entrance 50p (kids go free!)
Further information on 421641 or email [email protected]
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We had made our way to Shrewsbury
at the weekend in eager anticipation
of what lay before us, an excited
group of women from all over the
island who enjoy the singing that
brings us together.
We are the Isle of Man
Women's Institute
Choir who are taking
part in the Federation's
Centenary competition
"Singing for Joy".
Altogether, 60 choirs from all
over Britain are battling to win
this competition and we were in
the first heat of twelve meeting in
Shrewsbury, which included women
from Shropshire and the Welsh areas
as well as the Isle of Man.
Our conductor is Karen Elliott
who started the choir three years
ago. We meet every Tuesday in Peel
and thoroughly enjoy ourselves. We
are a large choir but we get on so
well together and enjoy each other's
company.
Although we received a rapturous
applause from the audience, we did
not get through to the next round
but we might yet win the 'wild card'
which allows the best runners up to
take part in the final.
We are currently raising money for a
new piano, so we are singing all over
the island at various events. Keep a
watch out for us and come along to
join in the fun.
See our What's On guide for your
local WI group
My Time
Isle of Man
Willow & Rush Decorations
Saturday 22nd / 29th November
Saturday 6th December
10am - 4pm
in Kirk Michael Methodist Church Hall
(Opp The Bank)
Learn how to make bumbee cages, wreaths, stars
and St Bridget's Crosses.
Weaving Materials Supplied
Bring Sharp Secateurs if you have them
For details Contact John 'Dog' on 878509
or [email protected]
www.willowmann.im
Flu vaccine
Have you already had a flu vaccine this year? If you have,
you can be assured that you are in the best possible position
to protect yourself against the influenza virus this year. The
vaccination is modified each year to offer protection against
the three strains of flu which are most likely to cause infection.
It's recommended to have a flu vaccine every year to ensure
you are protected against the strains thought to pose the
highest risk that year. If you have not had your flu vaccine
this year it may not be too late. Your GP practice may still be
offering NHS (free to patients in "at risk"
groups) and private flu vaccinations.
Boots also offer private flu vaccinations
at a price of £12.99 - pop into store or
call 616120 for more information.
MNDA Christmas Craft Fair
St Johns Methodist Hall
Saturday 15th November, 11 o’clock until 4 o’clock
Entrance £1 which includes refreshments.
Looking for locally-made Christmas presents and
cards? The Isle of Man Motor Neurone Disease
Association will be hosting a Christmas Craft Fair to
tick both boxes and give you a pleasant afternoon
out! Find beautiful and imaginative gifts; original
designs on stunning hand-made Christmas cards, plus
tempting home-made cakes!
MNDA IOM is a small local charity, run by
volunteers, which aims to help people living with
Motor Neurone Disease with swift and practical
support. Assistance can take many forms: maybe a
riser recliner chair; an iPad for easier communication;
help with the cost of homecare; or even an air ticket
for a friend to visit. If asked, we will help if we can!
The MND Association will also be holding its’
traditional Christmas Fair at the Masonic Hall,
Douglas on Saturday 8th November.
Providing specialist Alzheimer’s
& other dementia support in your
own home by compassionate
caregivers who are City & Guilds
trained here on the Isle of Man
Call 822545 homeinstead.im
Find us on facebook
TravelWatch ISLE OF MAN
- the Island’s Passenger Watchdog - will be
holding its next Public Meeting at the Villa Marina
on the morning of Saturday 8th November. We
hope to welcome Ian Longworth, the Island’s
Director of Public Transport, and we will be
reviewing the effect of the big changes in air
services since April. We will also be looking at
future prospects for ferry services now that
the threat posed by the Celtic Array wind farms
has been lifted and that the IOM Government
is mindful to review the Island’s needs, before
agreeing to any User Agreement extension.
Time is allowed for questions, feedback and
general discussion over coffee - one of the most
important parts of these meetings. Admission is
free and all are welcome. Doors are open at 9.30
for a 10.00 start and the meeting is usually over
by 13.00. Please see our website
www.travelwatch-isleofman.org for any updates
nearer to the meeting.
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NEWS FROM MANX TELECOM
Open some Manx Telecom magic
this Christmas
Self healing is the ultimate act of self-love. Many are
conditioned to thinking how selfish that is, but if we do not
respect and honour ourselves, who will?
What have we got left for others?
Healing implies that something needs to be set right. In a world
where stress and anxiety is increasingly effecting our lives, it
is essential we have ‘my time ‘ to recentre, restore and ground
ourselves, in order to flourish.
The MNHC offers a variety of therapies and workshops to do
just that, aided by qualified therapists and healers.
With Christmas on the horizon, why not value the true
sacredness of the time of year where the Light is reborn and the
opportunity comes to reflect this in our lives and those around
us. Gratitude for what we do have is sustaining and embracing.
Enjoy it!
November programme includes:
Therapies:
Hot Stone: Warm stones gently massage the body to promote
relaxation as well as eliminating negative energy from the body,
mind and soul. Deeply nurturing.
Swedish Massage: Firm but gentle pressure used to improve
circulation, help reduce fluid retention and cellulite, relaxes tense
muscles and improves flexibility.
Pranic Healing: Prana means ‘life force’ energy and this healing
practice involves channelling colour prana into the energetic and
physical body, so that the healing process may be initiated. This
can be used not just for healing physical imbalances, but also
emotional or psychological problems and relationships.
Workshops:
Reiki: Introducing the ancient art of Reiki and how we can use
it in everyday life for the benefit of ourselves and others. This
workshop is aimed at those who have not yet discovered the full
benefits of Reiki. Even seasoned practitioners may find useful
new techniques for their work.
Dream Therapy: which will include learning about the variety
of dreams which can provide valuable guidance for healing, self
development and dream recall technique. Includes meditation CDs
December programme includes the following therapies:
CranioSacral Therapy: which gently releases deeply held
patterns of dis-ease which have accumulated physically and
psychologically from injury and illness, and held in the body
tissues leading to ill-health and dysfunction.
BodyTalk: reconnects the lines of communication within
the body’s internal systems so that they can operate as nature
intended them to and accelerate the healing process.
As well as taster therapy sessions available at £15 and
bookable in advance, one can drop in between 1.30 – 4
pm on Saturdays for energy healing (donations for this go
towards the running of the centre).
For full information visit the Manx Natural Healing Centre
Facebook page or call Chris on 393735 – or call in and see us.
Used books and CDs on Healing and Spirituality available
for a donation.
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Farmers' Markets
A Good Place To Start
The long hot summer days are now long gone and
have been replaced with the near normal Isle of
Man weather - extremely wet and windy! And with
this change of weather the IOMFM stallholders
were blown headlong into preparations for the
Christmas season. It is a heartening fact that the
popularity of the Farmers' Markets never waivers
and the invites keep rolling in for us to attend a
wide variety of events on top of our four regular
markets.
We are always willing to welcome new traders who
wish to showcase their local produce or products.
Some traders who started out at the Farmers'
Markets have taken their businesses onto the next
level. Some choose to continue trading at the
markets, some found it difficult to juggle trading
with us and their increased volume of orders, but
still take the time to credit us with the help we
provided for them on the way up the ladder. The
run up to Christmas is one of the best times for
any trader to showcase any of their existing or new
lines, and for customers to place their orders safe
in the knowledge that delivery will be guaranteed in
time for the festive period.
Regardless of the weather the IOMFM traders
endeavour to make sure that they get to the
marketplace. Ensuring the freshness of their
produce is of paramount importance. These
artisans take immense pride in their products and,
along with the traceability of all produce available
at the Farmers' Markets,
consumers should
make them their
number one
stop to shop.!
Sheila Gawne
Chair, IOMFM
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Smartphones and tablet devices make great Christmas gifts,
especially for our tech-savvy generation of children and
grandchildren. Here’s a guide to the latest gadgets and technology
which will be on many wish lists this year.
4G for FREE!
4G is the latest mobile broadband network which makes it much
easier and quicker to surf the internet, upload and download emails,
photos and videos, get the latest online news, FaceTime with family
and much more! Since we launched the Island’s first (and, to date,
only) 4G network last July, there has been a massive rush from
customers who want to be among the first to enjoy superfast mobile
broadband on the Island, and with 95% population coverage, it
is easy to see why so many are jumping on board. 4G is currently
only available to pay monthly mobile customers, however, in early
2015 we will be opening up the service for pay as you go customers
too. If you’re looking for that special gift for a friend or family
member who would be delighted to receive a new mobile handset,
then a 4G ready pay as you go handset could be the perfect present
this Christmas, starting at £139. We also have a fantastic range of
FREE 4G ready smartphones when you sign up to a pay monthly
smartphone tariff, from only £25 per month. If you’re not looking
for 4G speeds, pay as you go smartphones start from just £69 when
you purchase a £20 top-up in-store.
Pay as you go gifts
Pay as you go handsets are a great way to manage mobile phone
costs, especially if you don’t use your mobile that often and for
those who may be wanting to treat their son, daughter or grandchild.
Technology has moved on so much that smartphones are now
packed with the latest features without breaking the bank. The
fantastic Samsung Galaxy Young 2 is just £69, and if your budget
stretches a little further the Nokia Lumia 530 (£89), LG L7 II
(£119), and Sony Xperia E3 (£139) also make great gifts. All of
these smartphones boast minimum specs of a 4-inch screen, 4
megapixel camera and 4 gigabytes of storage, so there is no need to
compromise on quality.
Ultima broadband – more fun for all the family
With so many couples and families using a range of smartphones,
tablets, laptops and internet-enabled TVs, the demand on
broadband capacity in the home is increasing all the time. To
make the most of all of these devices at home requires superfast
broadband, and that’s why Manx Telecom’s Ultima is ideal, as it
offers superfast upload and download speeds, so you can enjoy
watching that video cooking guide or stream your favourite
programme in High Definition, whilst another family member is
downloading a new album or ebook. Ultima comes in four data
packages, and there are no up-front costs, as each one comes with a
free router and free installation*.
Get a FREE tablet worth £149!
Manx Telecom is giving away a fantastic LG tablet to every
customer who renews or signs-up to both Ultima broadband AND
4G as a pay monthly customer* this Christmas. The LG GPAD
7-inch tablet is WiFi enabled, perfect for using at home yourself, or
giving as a Christmas gift!
These are just some of the treats we have on offer this
Christmas, so pop into our Strand Street store and you’ll
also find lots of phone and tablet
accessories, top-up vouchers and
more, which make great stocking
fillers. Alternatively visit our website
www.manxtelecom.com/christmas
Here’s wishing all 'My Time Isle of
Man' readers a Happy Christmas
from everyone at Manx Telecom.
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*Free Installation applicable to Manx Telecom Pay Monthly and Pay As You Go mobile customers registered with our My Account Loyalty Scheme. Otherwise, £78.00 including VAT. ** LG GPAD 7.0 WiFi (worth £149) when you sign up to a smartphone plan for 24 months and
renew/sign-up for Ultima broadband for 12/18 months respectively. Offer not available with smartphone 150 or Ultima 15GB plans. Redemption in-store only. All prices inclusive of VAT. Other terms apply, see mt.im/terms
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Guitar Works
what’s on
EVERY Tuesday I have the privilege
of running a not-for-profit guitar group
based in Onchan for people who have, or
have had, mental health problems.
Below is a guide to what is going on – on the Island.
Where possible the information is verified but things DO
change so please ring to verify details.
If you know of other groups or clubs that would like to be
listed (normally for free), just email Amy at
[email protected]
The group, which started back in January, is known as
GuitarWorks. It takes place at the Archibald Knox pub meeting
room from 3.45pm for an hour.
There are a few reasons why I decided to start up the group.
Firstly, before GuitarWorks, I used to run a guitar group at what
was formerly the Star Club in Douglas. This group came to an
end, but I could see the positive impact it had on those who
attended.
So, with the support of a couple of members of that previous
group, I decided to form a new group open to anyone of any
experience on the instrument.
Unfortunately, I have had experiences of mental health problems
myself. I have suffered episodes of depression and I know
how incredibly difficult it is. That’s why how the group is run
is important. Every single person who attends the group is as
important as the next. It doesn’t matter how much experience
someone has on the guitar – music is not a competition. The
group belongs to everyone.
There is a fantastic friendly atmosphere
at the sessions and I am delighted with it.
I have met some lovely people who have
become friends as a result.
My aim is for everyone to get something out of each session
and the emphasis is very much on a nice, relaxing hour of
good company and good music.
Anyone can just turn up at the Archibald Knox but it might
be best to email me on [email protected] or
call me on 204320 just to check that the group is on that week
(it will be on unless I am on holiday). There is a suggested
donation of £2 which goes towards the running costs.
The group is just one of a number of regular sessions I do.
I also hold general guitar tuition groups in Douglas, Ramsey
and Port St Mary, in addition to holding many private lessons
across the Island.
I also regularly attend Isle of Man Prison at Jurby where I am
the voluntary guitar tutor. I see music as a positive thing that
absolutely anyone can become involved in. It is something
where age and background do not matter one bit. I believe
everyone is musical and has the ability to play an instrument
providing they are willing to put in the practice.
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I also have the privilege of going into Victoria House nursery
in Douglas every week where I play guitar and sing songs with
the children.
Again this is another highlight of my working week. The
children never, ever fail to make me smile. There is such a
wonderful mix of personalities and last year the children and I
wrote a song together, 'Why We Love Nursery'.
Occasionally I also organise special events. In February, this
year, I held a 'sold out' charity evening to celebrate the acoustic
guitar. It took place at the Erin Arts Centre in Port Erin and
featured a number of Isle of Man musicians. We raised £1,000
for the Manx mental health charity the Service Users’ Network
and £475 towards the running of the GuitarWorks guitar
group.
In May I brought two great blues guitar players to the Isle of
Man – Michael Messer and Ed Genis.
Michael is one of the greatest slide guitar players in the world
and in addition to a fantastic sell out concert at the Institute in
Laxey, Michael and Ed also gave two brilliant guitar workshops
at the Northern Lights Community Centre in Ramsey.
Looking ahead, I will be playing a solo concert at the Erin Arts
Centre on Saturday, February 28 2015. Tickets are £8 and are
available online from www.etickets.im/jg or by emailing or
phoning me on the contact details I mentioned earlier. It will be
a night of country blues and I have offered my guitar students
the chance to open the show for me.
*John Gregory is a member of the Registry of Guitar
Tutors and teaches guitar full time six days a week. His
website is www.johngregoryguitarlessons.com
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As a guitar tutor it is not surprising that music is a very important
part of my life. It is my absolute passion. But this group is so
much more than just improving people’s technique on the guitar.
The social aspect is just as vital (we all have a couple of cups of
tea and coffee) and the sheer joy of making music with other
people is a fine way to spend an hour.
Coffee Mornings
Social Gatherings
St Pauls’s Hall, Ramsey
Manx Retirement Assocation
Northern Coffee Morning.
1st Tuesday of the Month at
10.30 am. Hostess: Annette
Solkin. Tel: 817007
Cat with No Tail, Hailwood
Centre, Douglas
Manx Retirement Association
Douglas/Onchan Coffee
Morning
Last Tuesday of the Month at
10.30am Host: Brian & Mary
Titterington
Cherry Orchard Hotel,
Port Erin.
Manx Retirement Association
Southern Coffee Morning
2nd Tuesday of the Month
at 10.30am
Host: Joan Daniels 817007
Guild Room, Atholl Street,
Peel
The Thursday Fellowship
Thursdays 2.15 pm from
Oct - Easter
Speakers, quizzes, DVDs and
Bingo
Our aim is fellowship and fun!
All welcome
Contact: Heather
Horsburgh 842451
Morton Hall, Church Ave,
Onchan
Onchan Ladies Club
1st Weds in the month at 2.15pm
Call 620352
Football Club, Glen Road,
Laxey
Laxey Coffee and Chat
Thursdays 10 – 12
(Term-time only)
Contact: Janet 431706
Fresh filter coffee and home
made cakes. All welcome.
Donations welcome.
Sulby Methodist Church,
Drop in for coffee and a chat,
Fridays 10am-noon. All
Welcome.
Willaston Methodist
Church, Barrule Rd
Weekly Drop In Centre
Fridays 10am-noon. All
Welcome.
Onchan Methodist Church
Lounge,
(Opp Commissioners’ office),
Drop-In Coffee and chat,
Fridays 10.30am-noon. All
Welcome.
Morton Hall, Church Ave,
Onchan
Onchan Pensioners’ Social
Club,
Tuesdays and Thursdays
10.30am All Welcome.
St Olave's Church Hall,
Bowring Road, Ramsey
Keep Calm & Drink Tea
Saturdays 2 – 4pm
Please join us for tea &
delicious home-made cakes
and a chat, Contact: ?
Grace Baptist Church,
Market St, Peel
Sunset Cityzens
‘A Friendly Natter, guest
speakers, tea/coffee.
A ‘get-together’ for mid-lifers,
OAPS, On the Hill – Over
the Hill – Top of the Slopers
Anyone with a free afternoon.
Pop along 1.30 – 3pm on
Fridays.
St. Michaels Hall, Main
Road, Kirk Michael.
The Thursday Club,
1st and 3rd Thursday of the
Month 2.30pm.
We enjoy a variety of Speakers,
Coach Outings with Lunch,
Musical Evenings, Theatre
Visits, and much more. ➤
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Helping older
people make
more of life
Telephone 631740
www.ageisleofman.org.im
We are mainly an over 50’s
club and would be pleased
and delighted to welcome new
members.
Double Garage and Shed
at Thie Rosien (Old
Southlands), Castletown
Road Port Erin
Men in Sheds A Project for
Men of ANY Age to work on
projects of their own or for
the community.
Times: Tues, Weds and Fri
10am – 5pm. Cost: £25 per
year + contributions to tea
fund.
To find out more call: Les
Shires 494885.
arts and
crafts groups
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(This category includes
Arts, Crafts, Sewing, Flower
Arranging, Knitting &
Crochet, Quilting, Painting
and so on)
House of Manannan. Peel
‘Crafternoon’ sessions
Wednesdays 1 – 3pm
No charge, and refreshments
are served. Come with your
current craft project and have
a chat and a cup of tea.
St. Andrew's Church Hall,
Douglas
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Media embroidery
Regular Friday/Saturday
Monthly Meetings
All welcome
Call Helen on 851258
www.iomeg.blogspot.com
contact iomegchair@yahoo.
co.uk
St James’ School Rooms,
Dalby
The Dalby Art Group,
Thursdays 2pm.
Bring your own equipment.
Call 843471
Laxey Football Club-house,
Glen Rd, Laxey
Laxey Sketch Club
Wednesdays 1.30 pm-3.30
pm (outdoors in the summer
months) All Welcome
Contact: Norman McKibbin
Tel: 861125
Onchan Library
“Craft n' Chat
Monthly Craft Club
Every 2nd Thursday 5-7pm
Come with your current Art
or Craft project, whatever it is.
Meet up with other enthusiasts,
learn new skills, or find some
inspiration. No charge, and
refreshments are served
Contact 621228 or onchan.
[email protected]
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St Stephen’s Church Hall,
Sulby.
Sulby Art Club,
Wednesdays 2pm-4pm
Contact ?
Onchan Methodist Hall,
Main Road.
Onchan Flower Club
Contact Mrs M. Clague
626573
Meets on the second Tuesday
of the month in Talks,
demonstrations and practice
nights.
The Erin Arts Centre
Art Group
Thursdays 10.30am - 4pm
Contact: EAC 832662
St John’s Methodist Hall
St John’s Art and Craft Group
Tuesdays 9.40am.
Bring your own art and
craft. Call 851364.
Peel Clothworkers’ School,
Peel.
The Tuesday Group,
Try your hand at basic crafts,
have a chat, coffee and fun.
Tuesday 1.15pm. Call 614180.
Pre-school children catered for
Ballabeg Methodist Hall,
Ballabeg.
Mannin Quilters
Tuesdays 7.30pm-9pm.
Call 628921.
St Columba’s Catholic
Church, Port Erin,
Mannin Quilters
Wednesdays 1.30-4pm.
Call 628921
 book clubs
Erin Arts Centre Book Club
First Weds of each month at
1.30pm
Free to Join. Call EAC 832662
Henry Bloom Noble
Library,
10-12 Victoria Street
Monthly Adult Readers
Group
3rd Tuesday of each month
7.30pm
Contact: Jan Macartney
696461
Onchan Library
Onchan Book Group
1st Thursday of each month
at 6.p.m.
Contact 621228 or onchan.
[email protected]
bowling
Douglas Bowling Club, Villa
Marina, Derby Road
Crown Green Bowling
Crown green Bowling is a
great way to stay active and
meet new friends, and Douglas
Bowling Club is always on
the lookout for new bowlers
to play social or competitive
bowling.
Discounted membership is
available for new bowlers with
tuition and woods available for
beginners.
Contact Paula Garrett on
411300, [email protected]
www.douglasbowlingclub.com
Isle of Man Flat Green
Bowling Club, Onchan
Park.
Isle of Man Flat Green
Bowling Club
We meet from April to
September
Tues & Thurs from 2.15pm
Sat from 1.30pm
League games Mon & Weds
from 6.30pm Fri from ➤
Inhaler technique
There are lots of different styles of inhalers on the
pharmaceutical market, which are prescribed for various
breathing disorders. When was the last time you had a review
of your inhaler technique? Do you inhale too forcefully from a
metered dose inhaler (press while inhaling), causing most of
the medication to end up in your stomach? Do you struggle to
trigger a dose from a dry powder inhaler (inhaler triggers the
dose in response to inhalation)? Are you unsure what benefit
there is in using a spacer device, or even what a spacer device
is? Did you know that most patients could improve their
inhaler technique, resulting in an improved
response to the medication? Your local
pharmacist is available to assist with
your inhaler technique, to ensure you are
getting the most out of your inhaler.
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Email us at [email protected], call
on 01624 877909 / 07624 225577 (m) or write
to us at: My Time 51 Broogh Wyllin, Kirk
Michael, Isle of Man IM6 1HU
1pm. New members Adults,
Seniors and Juniors always
welcome
New members - free club
membership for 1st year.
Visitors to island welcome.
Tuition can be given, bowls
available for beginners.
Contact Win Kewley 499174.
email secretary@iomfgbc.
com For more info Visit:
www.iomfgbc.com
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card games
Falcon’s Nest Hotel, Port
Erin
Isle of Man Chess Club
Thursday’s 7.30pm. Call Alan
495097.
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Brew with a
Bobby & Social
Worker SessionS
Come along & have an
informal chat with your local
Neighbourhood Policing
& Older Persons Social
Work Team. These events
are an opportunity for local
people to get to know the
professionals within their local
area. Free Refreshments.
‘Let’s talk about issues over a
brew’
Western Session:
1st Friday of the Month
10am – 12 Noon
Westlands Lounge, Peel ➤
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chess clubs
computer clubs
(Bridge, Whist and so on)
St Pauls Church Hall,
Ramsey
Whist Drive
1st Thursday of the Month at
7.30pm
£2. Contact: Alan 340591
Elim Family Centre, 2nd
Ave, Onchan
Whist Drive
3rd Monday of the Month at
7.30pm
£2. Contact Alan 340591
Onchan Pensioners Hall.
Whist Drive
Wednesdays 7.30pm
£2. Contact Alan 340591
Scout Hall, Ballasalla
Ballasalla Whist Drive
Fridays 7.30pm
Contact: Heather 824897
Southern Session:
Last Friday of the Month
10am – 12 noon
Community Room, Reayrt y
Chrink, Port Erin.
Why not come along and
enjoy the experience of
learning new computer skills.
From complete beginners to
the more experienced, our aim
is to build your confidence,
improve your skills but more
importantly for you to enjoy
the experience.
For more information on
this free service you can
phone: Mike or Barry of
Age Isle of Man on 486003
or 485204
Douglas Sessions
Age – Isle of Man Head
Office Drinkwater Street,
Mondays and Wednesdays 2 –
4.30pm
iMuseum, Kingswood
Grove, Douglas.
Wednesdays and Thursdays 10
– 12.30pm
Ramsey Sessions:
Ramsey Library, First Floor
(Lift Available)
Tuesdays and Fridays 10 –
12.30
And Fridays 1.30 – 3.30pm
Port Erin Sessions:
New Southlands, Ground
Floor, Library
Mondays 10 – 12.30pm
Wednesdays and Thursdays
2 – 4.30pm
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Peel Sessions:
House of Mannanin, Peel
Top Floor, St Patricks Isle
Suite
(Lift Available) Coffee shop on
Ground Flr
Mondays 10 – 12.30 and 1.30
– 4.30pm
The Cat with no Tail,
Hailwood Centre, Douglas
The Manx Retirement
Association
Monthly Computer Discussion
Group
Group meetings at on the first
Wednesday of every month
from 10.30am to 11.30am.
All Welcome.
Computer Drop in Centre,
Beech House, Main road,
Onchan
Tuesday – Fridays 11am –
3pm.
Free internet access, printing
and scanning facilities.
Volunteers on hand to help
those with limited computer
knowledge.
Refreshments available
Wheelchair accessible
Donations Welcome!
exercise classes
Thie Rosien (Old
Southlands), Castletown
Road Port Erin
Social Fitness and Jogging
Club,
For all ages and all abilities
Saturdays’ 9.15 - 10.45
Cost: A couple Taster sessions
for free and then £2 per
session.
Chair Based Exercises
Saturdays’ 10.45am - 12pm
Cost: A couple taster sessions
for free and then £3 per
session.
Call Janet Bridle on 838180
/ 427710.
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Walk & Talk sessions are
held every week:
Suitable for all ages & abilities,
the concept is simple: Walk
& Talk allows you to walk
around a short circuit at your
own pace & the emphasis is
on talking with your fellow
walkers, not just walking! A
record is kept of the distances
you cover. There are prizes on
offer when you have walked
10 miles, 25 miles & 100 miles,
which can be built up over
time, at a pace that suits you
Monday Poulsom Park,
Castletown
10am -12.00pm
Register at Railway Station
next to Viking Hotel
Monday NSC, Douglas
5.30pm - 7.30pm
Register at NSC Main
Reception
Tuesday NSC, Douglas
09.30am-11.30am
Register at NSC Main
Reception
Wednesday Mooragh Park,
Ramsey. 10.00am- 11.30am
Register at Lakeside Centre
Café,
Thursday The Promenade,
Peel
10.00am-11.30am
Register at Harbour Lights
Café
Friday NSC, Douglas
09.30am-11.30am
Register at NSC Main
Reception.
There is a nominal fee of
£1.50 per session which
includes refreshments.
The National Sports Centre,
Douglas
MRA Stretch and Flex
Classes
Thursdays at 10.00 am.
Contact Margo Naylor
617777
@
Email us at [email protected], call
on 01624 877909 / 07624 225577 (m) or write
to us at: My Time 51 Broogh Wyllin, Kirk
Michael, Isle of Man IM6 1HU
National Sports Centre,
Douglas
(All classes are PAYG but
some can be blocked book
up to a week in advance if
you have a Resident Discount
Card). These classes are in
BLACK. Please call 688588
for Prices and further details
of classes or email nsc@
gov.im
This is a basic list for your
information.
Mondays:
9.30 – 11am Ladies Activity
Session £3.15 (Term Time)
12 – 1pm Stretch ‘n’ Flex
£2.85
1.30 – 2.15pm Aquafit
(Term-time)
6 – 7pm Circuits
7.15 – 8pm Deep Water
Aquafit
Tuesdays
12 – 1pm Aquafit (Term
Time)
7 – 8pm Zumba (for a limited
time only from 14th Jan ’14)
Wednesdays
11 – 12pm Body Toning £2.85
12 – 1pm Chair-Based
Exercise
6 - 7pm Aquafit
7 - 8pm Circuits
Thursdays:
11 – 12pm Gentle Circuits
£2.85
6 – 6.45pm Deep Water
Aquafit
Saturdays
11 – 12pm Fun & Fitness
£3.00
Chair Based Exercise
Sessions for Active Ageing.
Contact 642668
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.gov.im/
publichealth
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the delusions of our childhood days, recall to the old
man the pleasures of his youth, and transport the
traveler back to his own fireside and quiet home!
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Northern Chair-Based
Exercise sessions
Town Hall, Ramsey
Monday: 10.30am to 12 noon
Friday: 2pm to 3.30pm
Southern Chair-Based
Exercise sessions
Sandfield Residents
Lounge, Castletown
Tuesday: 2pm to 3.30pm
Methodist Church Hall,
Port Erin
Friday: 2pm to 3.30pm
Western Chair-Based
Exercise sessions
Westlands Residents
Lounge, Peel
Wednesday: 10.30am to 12
noon
Eastern Chair-based Exercise
sessions
Youth and Community
Centre, Onchan
Thursday: 1.30pm to 3pm
faith meetings and prayer
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St Mary's on the Harbour,
Castletown
Short Bible study &
discussion
Saturdays 11am. All welcome.
Eastcliffe Resource Centre,
Victoria Road, Douglas.
Isle of Man Religious Society
of Friends (Quakers)
For a silent hour of worship.
10.30am every Sunday except
the fourth in the month.
Contact Michael
[email protected]
463126
Onchan Methodist Church
Lounge
Onchan Methodist Women's
Fellowship
Contact: Mrs Sheila Astill,
620236
Meets: Fortnightly from the
end of September to Easter.
Wednesdays 2.30pm.
Social meeting for ladies of
all ages with speakers and
demonstrations. Funds raised
during the session distributed
to local charities.
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Onchan Village Hall, Royal
Avenue,
St Peter's Ladies Group
Contact: Hazel Johnson
623168
Meets: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays
of the month at 8pm.
An unstructured ladies group
within the church providing
friendship and companionship
through talks, demonstration
and social events. All ladies
welcome to attend
Onchan Baptist Church
Friendship Club
Meet every Wednesday at 2.30
p.m. from Sept to June
Contact Joan Hitchen on
674255
A weekly meeting providing
a warm and friendly welcome
for the over 60’s plus
interesting speakers, activities,
outings and light refreshments.
“The Link”
Meet the last Friday of every
month at 7.30 p.m. from
October to June
Contact Mike Best on
623415
A monthly get together for all
ages with a variety of topics by
speakers from different walks
of life. The evening includes a
buffet supper.
Varying Venues – in East &
West of Island
AGLOW International –
Ladies Meetings
Monthly All Ladies Welcome
For details call Betty Esson
898928 www.aglow.org
St John’s Mill, Mill Rd, St
Johns
Daily Prayer
Daily 9.30am. All Welcome.
Healing Services
Monthly. All Welcome
For details call David
Roberts 629683
Island Spirituality Network
Monthly Saturday meetings.
All Welcome
For details call David
Roberts 629683
www.islandspiritualitynetwork.org ➤
Speakers in 2014 include:
Nov 8 MARIA JANSSON (Dean of Waterford)
"Discipleship of the taken,
blessed, broken and shared."
independent living schemes
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Douglas
Social activities and events
include:
One to One befriending
Douglas lunch groups
Coffee Afternoon
Contact Jan Farrell
Tel: 627778 / 342602
Email: douglas.
[email protected]
Onchan
Social activities and events
include:
One to One befriending
Lunch group
Contact Anni Pearsall
Tel: 625157 / 459226 or
Email: onchan.liveathome@
mha.org.uk
Laxey & Lonan
Social activities and events
include:
One to One befriending
Lunch group
Contact Anne Duggan
Tel: 861691 / 497261
Laxeyandlonan.
[email protected]
Northern
Social activities and events
include:
One to One befriending
Coffee Mornings
Lunch Groups
Contact Anne Duggan
Tel: 818015 / 244256 or
northern.liveathome@mha.
org.uk
Western
Social activities and events
include:
One to One befriending
Coffee Mornings
Lunch Groups
Contact Yvonne Hall
Tel: 843012 western.
[email protected] ➤
Southern Befrienders
One to one befriending
Lunch Group
Chair Based Exercise Classes
Contact: Lorna Trevethan
Tel: 833025 / 468053
Email: southernbefrienders
@manx.net
Web: www.
southernbefrienders.im
Grocery and
Food Shopping
Farmers Markets
Every Thursday
St. Johns Tynwald Mills
Courtyard 11am - 3pm
Every Saturday
Northern Lights
Community Centre, Ramsey
(opp Shoprite) 10am - 1pm
1st Saturday of the month:
Villa Marina Colonnade,
Douglas 10am - 2pm
3rd Sunday of the Month:
Southern 100 Clubhouse,
Castletown 1.30pm - 3.30pm
heritage groups
Village Hall, Royal Avenue,
Onchan
Friends of Onchan's
Heritage
Approx. Bi-monthly - Call for
details
Contact Mrs E. Park
624759. ➤
The Friends is open to anyone
with an interest in the history
of Onchan. Illustrated talks
and guided tours are provided
for members
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meditation
The Studio, 4 - 5 Glen
Falcon Road, Douglas
Mindfulness Meditation drop
in classes Wednesdays 6pm 7pm Cost: £8.00.
All welcome - all levels of
experience including beginners.
Contact Mike for more
information 376856 mike@
myfreemind.im www.
myfreemind.im
Memory Support
Groups
(for those with Memory
Problems as well as Carers and
Family/Friends)
Waverley Court, Douglas
Forget – Me – Notes
Come and Join our Memory
Choir. Sessions held on the 1st
Tuesday of the Month 2-4pm.
For more information call
Andrea on 642879
Or Email andrea.marsden@
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Sing with us
Join us at one of our fun, stimulating Singing for the Brain®
sessions, for people in the early to moderate stages of
dementia and their carers.
Singing for the Brain is based around the principles of music therapy
and singing. The structured group sessions use music to encourage
communication and participation and include opportunities to talk to
other people. Each session includes a range of activities including vocal
warm-up and singing a variety of familiar and new songs.
Location: Ramsey Town Hall, Board Room
Dates: 4th, 18th & 25th Nov, 2nd Dec. Time: 10am to 12.30pm
For more information, contact: Alzheimer’s Society’s local office in
Douglas on [email protected] or 01624 613181
The Decaf ‘Café’ is for people
with Dementia and Memory
problems, their families and/
or carers. There are 4 café’s
now across the Island. For
Enquiries/Details call
642879
Peel Decaf @ Peel Golf
Club
2nd Tuesday of the month,
2-4pm
Southern Decaf @ Cherry
Orchard Hotel,
Port Erin,
2nd Wednesday of the month,
2-4pm
Northern Decaf @ Ramsey
Town Hall
2nd Thursday of the month,
, 2-4pm
Douglas Decaf @ Douglas
Golf Club, Pulrose
Last Friday of the month 2:30
– 4:30pm
model boat clubs
Manx Model Boat Club
Contact: Secretary: Mr J.
Quayle on 660323
Email: [email protected]
www.manxmodelboatclub.
org
On weekends when we don't
have an organised event, you
can find members having a
sail on Sunday mornings at
Silverdale Glen lake starting
at 10am.
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 mothers' union
The Mothers’ Union is a
Christian mission organisation
working with people of all
faiths and none in 83 countries
to promote stable marriage,
family life and the protection
of children through praying,
enabling and campaigning.
We have over 4 million
members worldwide. Our
members are not all mothers,
or even all women. They are
single, married, parents, or
grandparents.
If you wish to know more
and find the nearest Branch
to you please email the
Secretary on musecretary@
manx.net or telephone
851060.
We have branches across the
Island in Arbory, Braddan,
Bride, Dalby, Dhoon, Douglas
(5 branches), Foxdale, Kirk
Michael, Malew, Marown,
Maughold, Onchan, Patrick,
Peel, and Rushen.
Music, Singing , Bands and Dance

Ramsey Town Hall, Board
Room Alzheimers Society
Isle of Man Sing with us
Join us at one of our fun,
stimulating Singing for the ➤
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Grinch thought, doesn't
come from a store.
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on 01624 877909 / 07624 225577 (m) or write
to us at: My Time 51 Broogh Wyllin, Kirk
Michael, Isle of Man IM6 1HU
Brain® sessions, for people in
the early to moderate stages of
dementia and their carers.
Time: 4, 18 & 25 Nov, 2 Dec 10am to 12.30pm
For more information,
contact: Alzheimer’s
Society’s local office in
Douglas on Susan.Walker@
alzheimers.org.uk or 01624
613181
(See Ad on Page 12)
Methodist Hall, Station Rd,
Port Erin
Sequence Dancing
Tuesdays 8 – 10pm
Contact: Lesley 835071
Trinity Church Hall,
Ramsey
Ramsey Choral Society
Rehearsals
Mondays 7.15 – 9pm
Contact: ?
All Welcome. Come and Sing!
Onchan Parish Hall, Royal
Ave,
Onchan Ladies’ Choir,
1st,3rd and 4th Mondays each
month.
1.30 – 2.30pm. Call 673453.
Salvation Army Citadel,
Lord Street, Douglas,
Friday Lunchtime Choir
Open to All – come and
Enjoy! Fridays 1.15 – 1.45pm.
Call Maggie Richardson
686555
Manx Legion Club, Market
Hill, Douglas
Afternoon Tea Dance
Mondays 2pm-4pm, All
Welcome.
Call 675217
South Douglas Old
Friends Club
Linedancing for beginners
Tuesdays, 7.30-8.30 pm.
Doors open at 7.00 pm. All
welcome
Morton Hall, Castletown .
Arabic Dance Classes
Saturdays 10-11 Beginners;
11.15-12.15 Improvers.
£5 for class; £7 for both.
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St Andrews Church,
Glencutchery Rd, Douglas
Arabic Dance Classes – All
Abilities
Weds 7.30 – 9pm. £6 per class.
All the classes work on
different aspects of Arabic
(Belly) Dancing and are
suitable for all women no
matter shape or size.
Call 210200 or visit
www.hediva.org.uk
Methodist Church Hall in
Onchan.
Manx Folk Dancing Society
1st, 3rd and 4th Tuesdays of
the Month
Cost £20 for the term
Beginners welcome!
Info
Beginners – 7.00pm – 8.00pm
More Advanced – 8.00pm –
10.00pm
Learn traditional and newly
created dances the fun way!!
For more information email
us on [email protected]
The Masonic Hall,
Woodbourne Road, Douglas
Ceroc (a fusion of Salsa and
Jive)
Mondays
(Doors Open at 7pm)
Beginners Class 7.30pm
Beginners Plus Class 8.30pm
Tel: 07624 456056
Email: cerocisleofman@
gmail.com
Onchan Pensioners Hall,
(across from library)
Sequence dancing,
Saturdays 8pm. Call 829669.
Pulrose Methodist Church
hall, Douglas,
Social sequence dancing,
Saturdays 8pm. Also Monday,
Wednesday and Sunday.
Call 842878.
Ebenezer Hall, Kirk
Michael
Red Boots Line Dancing,
Fridays from 7pm. Beginners
welcome,
Adults £3.50, children £1.50.
Call 878687.
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St Paul’s Hall, Ramsey
Argentine Tango for All,
Fridays from 7pm.
Adviscable to check www.
tangoinman.com for details or
call Maggie or Bob 880650.
Onchan Silver Band Rehearsals
Every Monday and Friday
evening, Juniors/beginners
from 6.15pm, Full band
rehearsal 7.30-9.30pm.
The band room is located
at the rear of Onchan
Commissioners’ offices
on the Main Road, new
and returning faces always
welcome.
Contact: karen_karran@
hotmail.com for details
Eastcliffe in Victoria Ave,
Douglas
Manx Saxophone Ensemble
Mondays from 7pm
More info: Call Jem Cotton
842874 [email protected]
Jim Crosbie Memorial
Bandroom,
Derby Road, Douglas
Manx Concert Brass
Mon & Weds 7.30pm –
9.30pm
Contact: Ian 622030 or
e-mail the Secretary at
secretary@manxyouthband.
org
Marown School, Glen Vine
Isle of Man Wind Orchestra
Rehearsals Every Thursday
night in school term
7.45 pm to 9.40 pm.
For brass, woodwind and
percussion players. New and
returning faces always welcome.
Visit our site at www.iomwo.
com for more info or call
457157.
Royal British Legion
To promote the welfare of
the ex-service and service
community. The Royal British
Legion is the largest service
organisation in the world. ➤
Potential members do not need
to have served in the forces to
become an associate member.
Braddan and Marown Royal
British Legion
Contact: Mr H Cannan,
on 851746
Cat with no Tail,
Governors Hill
Onchan Branch Royal
British Legion
Branch meets third Thursday
of each month September to
May starting 2-30pm. Light
refreshments.
Contact Doug Porter 622924
Royal British Legion
Women's Section Douglas
Branch welcome new
members.
Please contact:The Chairman, Mrs.
Genevieve Armstrong
674150/266068.
The Secretary, Mrs. Lily
McLean 274513 email:
[email protected]
archery clubs
Onchan Youth and
Community Centre, School
Road, Onchan
IOM Archery Club
Contact: Mrs Helen
Wolstencroft, on 834453
Meets: October to May,
Monday and Thursday
evenings and Sundays.
Archery instruction, practice
and competition. New
members welcome.
The Old Brewery behind
The Hop Garden, Mount
Murray, Santan.
Bowderyn Vannin Field
Archery Club
Tuesdays on 7pm. First Lesson
Free then £1 per session after
that. Membership of NFAS
needed to join – but have a taster
session to find out more.
Call Roger 835674 for
further details.
* During the Winter months
– the sessions only occur on
the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the
month at 1pm, depending on
the weather
Call Roger if in doubt of
times and details
All in Order
This is the second in a series of articles written by
Maria Bridson of All in Order.
In the last article I outlined why it was a good idea to
prepare a will. In this article I summarise two Manx
cases which show why it is a good idea to have your
will professionally prepared by an Advocate.
Mrs Lilian Squire was a widow with no living relatives who
prepared her own will without professional assistance. She
left her bungalow and her bank accounts to the Church of
England Pensions Board, however, because of how she
had drafted her will, she did not deal with some items in
her estate, mainly some Shares and some War Stock. Her
executors had to apply to the Manx Court for it to decide
whether Mrs Squire had died partially intestate. If so, the
Shares and the War Stock would pass via the intestacy rules
to the Treasury. The Deemster decided that Mrs Squire’s will
contained a clerical error which could be rectified to carry
out her intentions. The result was that the Shares and the
War Stock could pass to the charity and not to the Treasury.
However, the legal fees for bringing the case were deducted
from the amount the charity received.
Another case in which executors had to seek the Manx
Court’s direction was the 2008 case of Mrs Salt. To
summarise, Mrs Salt left shares in her residuary estate to
“The British Legion” and “The Anti-Vivisection Society”.
Unfortunately, neither of these bodies existed in law because
their names were slightly wrong. After legal argument,
the Deemster ruled that The Royal British Legion and the
National Anti-Vivisection League could each receive a part
share in the estate but, again, the costs of the proceedings
were deducted from the amounts these charities received.
These cases are just two of the many cases which illustrate
that although writing a will can seem easy enough, the law
around wills can be complex. When you make a homemade
will, you risk making mistakes, either in drafting the will to
fulfill your intentions, or complying with the rules governing
the execution of wills.
All in Order is an advice and organising service
which helps people organise their affairs to
protect their family from stress, expense and
disagreements after they die.
If you would like more information about the All in Order
service contact Maria Bridson at [email protected]
or 477709. www.allinorder.co.im
The information contained in this article is general information relating
to the law and is not legal advice.
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50 - too Old? Utter Rubbish!!! NEWS FROM THE U3A
Vintage Jumble Sale
Date: Sunday 30 November, 2PM
Kirk Michael Village Hall
Tombola and refreshments
Come along and grab a bargain!
Admission £ 1.50 Kids free
In aid of Arthritis Care Ellan Vannin
(provides support and information to people, friends
and family with arthritis or related illnesses)
Badminton clubs
To find out about ALL to do
with Badminton Clubs on the
island – just go to
www.iombadminton.com.
fencing clubs
To find out about all the
Fencing Clubs on the island
– for adults too – call Mr De
Silva on 880863
mini golf
Onchan Pleasure Park
Manx Retirement
Association Mini Golf
Wednesdays at 2pm
Phone 817007 for details.
Netball
Ramsey Grammar School
Netball Sessions
(Term-Time only) Tuesdays
8-9pm Seniors (Yr10 – Adult)
Contact: Colette 452718
swimming pools

NSC Swimming Pool 688588
Western Swimming Pool
Tel: 842525
Southern Swimming Pool
Tel: 823930
Ramsey Swimming Pool Tel:
812852
tennis clubs
Albany Tennis Club
Ballaughton Meadows,
Douglas
www.albanyltc.co.uk
Castletown L.T.A Club
Malew Street, Castletown
www.castletownlawntennisclub.webs.com
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The Townswomens’
Guild
The Townswomen's Guilds
have three Guilds on the
Island, Douglas (Evening),
Mannin (Afternoon) and
Peel which are for women
of any age. They meet at
least once a month and have
interesting speakers, craft
demonstrations or outings.
If you wish to know more
about the Townswomen's
Guilds please contact the
secretaries - Douglas, Mrs
Pauline Richardson, 624434.
Mannin, Mrs Jean Purvis,
674118. Peel, Mrs Brenda
Forster, 843153.
 TravelWatch –
Isle of Man
TravelWatch Isle of Man is the
Island's Passenger Watchdog.
www.travelwatch-isleofman.
org.
On our website, readers
will find a useful collection
of information to aid
the challenges of being a
passenger!
university of
the third age
U3A is a self managed
learning co-operative for
people with time available in
the daylight hours.
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and find out about new
Groups and events.
Activities are organised
mainly in small groups
that meet regularly, sharing
their knowledge, skills and
experience and learning from
each other.
www.u3asites.org.uk/
isle-of-man
Network monthly meetings in
2014:
Thursday November 20th
2014 "In the Ministry of the
Beautiful" a presentation on
Archibald Knox to be given by
Liam O'Neill
All are at 2.00pm, St John’s
Mill except the Annual
General Meeting in May,
which is an evening meeting
at St. John’s Methodist Hall.
Groups. Various meeting
dates and venues. For detailed
information see the website.
• Art
• Craft
• Walking Group – looking
for leaders
• Wearable Art
• Latin
• Writing for Pleasure
• Dowsing for Beginners
• Manx Language
• Art History
• Book Club
• Discussion
• History & Literature
• Manx Churches – looking
for leaders
• Philosophy
• Who do you think you are
• All About Herbs
• Geology
• Natural History
• Bridge for Beginners
• World of Tomorrow
• Jazz Appreciation – soon
to begin.
• Rummikub
• Singing for Pleasure
• Social Group
• Tai Chi
+ st john amulance
Building skills that will
be VERY useful in life.
For Specific details - Call
674387.
WW W. M Y T I M E I S L E O F M A N . C O . I M
Groups meet at the
Douglas HQ on Mon/Tues
& Thurs and in Ramsey,
St Olaves Church Hall on
Fridays..
The Rotary Club
A Social and Fundraising
Organisation – helping to raise
funds for ALL.
Open to All . Contacts for
areas as follows:
Douglas - Secretary Howard
Callow 851854
Ramsey - Secretary Terry
Groves terry.groves@
manxcloud.com
Rushen - Secretary Terry
Clare 472381
Douglas Bay - Secretary
Stephen Castle
[email protected]
Onchan - Secretary Mike
Percival mikepercival@
manx.net
women's institute
The WI is a great place to
meet new friends, develop
new skills, learn a new craft,
involve yourself in your local
community, get on your soap
box about topical issues and
have time for yourself.
If you wish to know
more and find the nearest
Institute to you please ring
the office on 818194.and
speak to Karen Tomlinson
the Secretary; or email
[email protected]
The list of Wi’s are
Arbory, Avondale( Onchan),
Ayre ( Andreas), Baldrine,
Ballabeg, Ballaugh, Bradda
Head, Braddan, Castletown,
Cornaa, Foxdale & District,
Glen Maye, Kirk Andreas,
Kirk Bride, Laxey Minorca,
Marown, Michael, Onchan
& District, Onchan Jubilee,
Parkfield ( Douglas) , Peel
Belles, Peel City, Port St
Mary,Port Soderick, Ramsey
Harbourside, Santan, Spring
Chicks ( Douglas),St John’s
& District, St Mark’s, Sulby
Individual WI’s have added
their listings but these will
only be available on-line on
this list (due to space) so feel
free to download the list at
www.mytimeisleofman.co.im
My Time
Isle of Man
Christmas is a-coming and like most parents (even
though there are only three of us) I am already
planning.
We go across this year, to see my parents (both of whom are
in their 80’s) and have Christmas with them. My son gets to see
his grandparents and has his first ‘adult’ Christmas – being that
he’s a VERY OLD 18 year old now; but we will still have some
traditions (til I’m even older and grayer) like reading ‘Twas’ the
Night before Christmas” on Christmas Eve. I believe in such
things; ‘traditions’ I mean. I like to think that my son will carry
on with these with his ‘brood’ and that when I am in my dotage,
I will be reminded of the warmth that family traditions bring.
This year I entered my 5th Decade … and I did it in style. A
trip to my parents ‘homeland’ of the US; visiting the capitol
and enjoying the vast array of history, cramming as much
as we could in to a few short days. Then, celebrating with a
wonderful party, with friends from here and across; and family
from both sides of the Irish Sea. I made small trips away to see
family; to my sisters in France (she turned 60 this year); and
to see my parents.… and I loved the sheer feeling of love and
happiness.
After all, happiness is something we all strive
for. I reached some goals this year, but I
have set myself many more!!! I aim to be even
happier; not with riches and ‘things’, but
with achievements. I want to help my son to
achieve what he desires; I want to be the best
mum, wife and daughter that I can be; the
best friend that I can be; the best citizen that I
can be; and I don’t want to look back in years
to come when I am ‘dreaming of what was’
and think ’if only I’d….”
Being Over 50 is not
about slowing down for
me. Some doors will
close (of course they will)
but my life is not lessened
through age; if anything
it’s enriched through the
experience I bring to the
endeavours I aim for in
years to come.
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The University of the Third Age - Isle of Man has
been established for almost three years and is
increasing in popularity all the time. It is, however,
a global organisation with over 320,000 members
in the UK alone.
The U3A encourages local groups of like-minded
people to meet and share their skills with others. This
informal learning body is open to anyone not in full
time employment. It is proving to be a very progressive
organisation and many of the groups provide a challenge,
encouraging brain stimulation. It has been proved that as
we ‘mature’ we accumulate knowledge and other abilities,
particularly in vocabulary and general knowledge, therefore
further motivation can be offered by joining the U3A.
The many groups cater for different tastes, but it is
advisable to see the full list by consulting the website
u3asites.org.uk/isle-of-man. It only costs £15.00 to
join the U3A Isle of Man so is not beyond most people’s
pockets. Members can then join as many groups at they
wish. Some groups make a small charge whilst others are
free. The Wearable Art group is great at encouraging the
creation of innovative styles and the Writing for Pleasure
group gives members the opportunity to discuss projects
and assist each other through discussion. The Book Club
members enjoy reading a set book and then discussing it
over lunch or a drink with their fellow group members.
There are Recreational groups, Tai Chi, the Natural World,
History, Arts and Crafts and Philosophy, just to mention a
few. The choice is wonderful and the committee work very
hard to keep introducing new things.
The monthly network meetings are held at St. Johns Mill,
St. Johns and afterwards, many members enjoy afternoon
tea. We often have speakers at the network meetings. On
Thursday 20th November, Liam O’Neil will give a talk on
Archibald Knox, our own celebrated artist and craftsman,
who died in 1933, with his art objects still being very much
in demand.
For more information and the new brochure (and how
to obtain it), check out our website at u3asites.org.uk/
isle-of-man or call the answering machine on 801032
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All ages welcome
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