Category Archives: Events

Moviola: 18 February

by Monxton Matters

MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT

Wednesday 18 February at 7.30pm

Monxton & Amport Village Hall

Doors open 7pm

Magician Stanley (Colin Firth) has dedicated his life to debunking spiritualism, so unmasking celebrity clairvoyant Sophie (Emma Stone) should be an easy task. But as he spends time with her he starts to suspect that there might be some truth in her claims. Worse, he might be falling in love with her. Directed by Woody Allen

Tickets £6 and available from Caroline Unwin (772375), Veronica Bacon (771285), Karin Staines (712061) or Jennifer Richards (710308).

Refreshments in the interval

Moviola: Friday 23 January

by Monxton Matters

The 100 Foot Journey 

Featuring Helen Mirren & Om Puri. Directed by Lasse Hallstrom (Chocolat)

When the Kadam family from India arrive in France and open a restaurant directly across the road from Madame Mallory’s Michelin-starred establishment, commercial rivalry is heightened by cultural differences.

Tickets: £6
Available from Caroline Unwin (772375), Veronica Bacon (771285), Karin Staines (712061) or Jennifer Richards (710308).

Monxton & Amport Village Hall
Doors open at 7pm and the film starts at 7.30pm. Refreshments are available in the interval.

The Black Swan

by Monxton Matters

If you have not yet been to the newly re-opened Black Swan (aka Mucky Duck) then do visit soon. There have only been glowing endorsements from locals, regulars and residents of surrounding villages, particularly for the food.

The Black Swan’s Christmas and New Year’s Opening Hours

Christmas Eve – 12noon – 11pm
Food served 12pm – 2.30pm & 6pm – 9.30pm

Christmas Day – 11am – 3pm
Open for drinks and mince pies

Boxing Day – CLOSED

New Year’s Eve – 12pm – 6pm
Food served 12pm – 3pm

New Year’s Day – 11am – 6pm
Serving Recovery Brunch

Book now to avoid disappointment – 01264 710751
www.theblackswanmonxton.com

Moviola for Spring 2015

by Monxton Matters

Future film dates for Spring 2015

January 23: THE HUNDRED FOOT JOURNEY
Helen Mirren running a Michelin-starred restaurant in rural France when an Indian family set up a rival restaurant right opposite! Very funny and lots of lovely food!

February 18: MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT
Colin Firth as a magician in the South of France in the Jazz age.

March 20: MR TURNER
Timothy Spall as the artist.

April 22: THE IMITATION GAME
Bletchley Park during WWII with Benedict Cumberbatch as Alan Turing.

The Moviola is held in Monxton & Amport Village Hall. Doors open at 7pm and the film starts at 7.30pm. Refreshments are also served. Tickets are £6 and can be booked by calling Caroline Unwin (772375), Veronica Bacon (771285), Karin Staines (712061) and Jennifer Richards (710308). Please order your tickets in advance as tickets cannot be guaranteed on the door.

Christmas Fair at The Hawk – 5 & 6 December

by Monxton Matters

Sarah Norton Interiors invites you to pop into the Hawk Inn, Amport to browse the beautiful country-style gifts, home accessories and Christmas decorations.

There is also a 20% discount for lunch or dinner on Friday 5th and lunch on Saturday 6th. Customers need to quote ‘Hawk Christmas Fair’ when ordering.

Sarah’s fair will be open from 9am to 9pm on Friday and from 9am to 3pm on Saturday, in the private dining room.

Please note that payment is only possible by cash or cheque.

Christmas Celebrations – Sunday 7 December

by Monxton Matters

MESSY CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS AT MONXTON FOR EVERYONE

Come and start celebrating the Christmas season at Monxton Hall on Sunday, 7th December between 4pm and 6 pm.

There will be plenty of Messy Church crafts for the children (and grown- ups!), stalls with a Christmas flavour, mulled wine, nibbles and mince pies, tea and coffee.

There will also be live Christmas music by The Rhythm of Life Band and carols for you to join in and sing.

Young and old, why not come along and join in the fun for as little or as long as you like. We’d love to see you, bring your friends.

Don’t forget our traditional carol service is being held jointly with Amport this year, in Amport church on Tuesday 16th December at 6 p.m.

Dementia Awareness

by testvalley

Are you interested in learning about dementia? Would you like to help raise awareness and become a Dementia Champion?

Dementia is one of the biggest global health, social and economic challenges facing society today. The impact of the disease, not just on the lives of people living with dementia, but also on their communities, families, carers and friends is immeasurable.

Andover Mind and the Borough Council are now looking for enthusiastic people to train as ‘Dementia Champions’. If you are over the age of 18, have an interest in dementia, enjoy talking to groups of people and are willing to dedicate some time to run Dementia Friends information sessions, you could become a ‘Dementia Champion’.

Andover Mind will be hosting a Dementia Friends Champions Training day on Tuesday 2nd December at the Village Hall, Longstock. The training will be delivered by the Alzheimer’s Society and is completely free including refreshments and a light sandwich lunch. As well as developing an understanding of dementia and the small things that can be done to make a difference to people living with the condition, the session will equip participants with the skills to deliver short dementia awareness sessions to others.

If you want to book a place, find out more or have any questions please contact Julie Eden, Dementia Champions Co-ordinator for Winchester and Test Valley, email: julie.eden@andovermind.org.uk 0r telephone her on 07810 283813.  Places are limited so please contact Julie as soon as possible if you would like to attend.

 

 

 

Public Fireworks Displays

by testvalley

As they pose a serious fire risk to the thatched properties in the village, we do ask that residents do not have bonfires or fireworks at their homes.

There are many public Firework Displays in our area which are fun for all the family.  Please note that some of these events are ticketed so you may need to book in advance.

Andover

Join The Breeze at the Charlton Sports Centre (West Portway Industrial Estate) for a fun filled night full of entertainment for all the family.

Advance tickets will be on sale at the Saturday Market and from the Andover Leisure Centre, the Light’s Theatre, Ben’s Crisp & Clean, Weyhill Road Shops, and Belvoir Estate Agents. All profits will be used to help local and Rotary charities.

Advance Prices – Child £4 •Adult: £5 • Family Ticket (2+2) £15.

On the Gate – Child: £5 • Adult: £6 • Family Ticket (2+2) £20. Additional details at Andover Library •

NB: Child prices relate to children under 16.

5.30 pm: Gates Open

STAGE   5.45-6.15 pm Groove Room band performs

6. 15-6.25 pm Zumba entertainment

6..25-6.55 pm Rookies band performs

6.55-7.05 pm Zumba again

7.05-7.30 pm Military wives choir perform

7.30-7.55 pm Groove Room band performs.

8.00-8.20 pm Fireworks display.

8.20-9.50 pm Rookies band performs

9.00 pm Stage show finishes

FUNFAIR   5.30-8.45 pm Entertainment for those who want to ride on the various attractions. There will also be food and drinks stalls provided by Walls Funfair.

TRACK ENTERTAINMENT   6.30-7.50 pm Entertainment by members of the AAC and participating individuals in the form of fun runs etc to raise money for their own charities by sponsoring runners who have volunteered to take part.

Abbotts Ann

Firework Display on Sunday 2nd November on Sports Field with entry via Bulbery. No sparklers please

Gates open 5.30pm

6pm – Guy Parade

6.30pm – Lighting of the Bonfire

7.15pm – Fireworks Display

Family Ticket: £12 for 2 Adults & 2 children under 16

Winchester

Family-friendly bonfire and fireworks takes place at the Recreation Ground behind River Park Leisure Centre Saturday 8th November. All profits go to local organisations and charities.

6pm – 6.30pm – Gathering on the Broadway – Get down early at the bottom of Winchester High Street to join the torchlit procession.

6.30pm – Bonfire Procession – Led by the Mayor of Winchester and the Chairman of Winchester Round Table, through the city centre to the Bonfire site at River Park Leisure Centre.

7.15pm – Lighting of the Bonfire

7.45pm – Fireworks Display