From Easter Bank Holiday lunch to the Carousel Theatre’s exquisite show “Musicals Glorious Musicals”, April was a month packed with events at Farthing Court... “Animal Senses” talk was presented by a wonderful volunteer from Herts and Middlesex Wildlife trust. Farthing Court welcomed Pedro Casillas for the second time, who played a classical guitar recital. The Play Reading Group and the Book Club resumed on Shakespeare’s Birthday, followed by a Shakespeare themed Afternoon Tea. We used recipes from old Elizabethan cook books and we all agreed that cakes taste much better nowadays! | |
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On Wednesday 1st May, 16 owners went on an outing to the Kidderminster Carpet Museum, this was following on from a carpet spinning demonstration that was held here at Eastbank Court a few weeks previously. The owners were treated to tea and biscuits and a talk about the history of carpet making in Kidderminster. They then had the chance to explore the museum and look at the machinery that was used to make carpets years ago. Finally, they stopped off at a local pub for a drink and some lunch before returning home. All had a great day and once again a big thank you to Mr Herington for organising the outing.
A talk by guest speaker Paul Miles
Bournemouth Square can certainly be dated back to the 1870's, but how did that title originate? Paul Miles took us on a whistle stop illustrated history tour of Bournemouth town centre feature, ‘The Square’ and how it got its name! A fascinating afternoon indeed. Next month, we will be going with Paul on a ‘Walking Tour’ of the Square, which won’t be far as it’s a stone throw away from the Court.
The Browning Court Arms was opened for a pub celebration, serving pork crackles and apple sauce, baskets of chips and bar snacks. The event was filled with fun, laughter and singing.
Chez Fred boasts the best fish and chips in Bournemouth and has always been popular here at Brompton so any excuse will do to order in a takeaway!
Joining us this evening was a young gentleman called Michael ( aged 16!) who is starting out doing small gigs here and there, entertaining people with his close up card magic. He really enjoyed meeting the owners and wowed them with his magic and charm.
We had the pleasure of Roxanne, a folk/sea shanti musician, returning to Brompton, performing a mixture of her own works and well-known songs. A very talented lady with a beautiful voice… Her loyal companion, Rebel, a beautifully behaved collie was an added extra enjoyed by all. A lovely afternoon indeed.
“She has been living in Farthing Court now since 2007 and for me and my sister it become another home and I have thanked everyone who works here for creating such a caring and happy atmosphere for its residents. All the managers - Mihaela, Olivera, Helen, Yasmin, Farah and Anu – as well as all the cleaning and kitchen staff – have always been superb and I can’t think of a better environment for people in their golden years.” Mrs Miller said to her son that the hardest part of getting to her current age is that there is not much to look forward to any more. So, next year, it is in the diary, there is going to be an even bigger party than this year for her to look forward to. A week later we celebrated the 90th Birthday of Renee Miller.
There were three parties held to make sure everyone was invited and had a chance to wish Renee a Happy Birthday. Renee has kindly asked her guests not to bring gifts, but, if they are happy, to make a charity donation to Hatzola Edgware Emergency Services instead. More than £200 was collected! Owners together with their guests enjoyed another wonderful afternoon. Hot Cross Buns with cup of tea followed by an egg hunt. Congratulations to the lucky winners.
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