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Issue No 22: September 2020 Shepley's Magazine Free to every Shepley household Issue No 22: September 2020 Page 1 Photograph by Ron Leather Page 2 Dear Readers As this editorial is written, in the middle of August, Covid- 19 infection numbers are once again rising in Kirklees but thankfully here in Shepley and Shelley there have been no new reported infections in the past week. Normality seems so close in some ways, yet change has happened in other areas, possibly permanently. Online shopping deliveries have boomed but many high street shops have struggled and unfortunately are now facing closure with the resultant unemployment of thousands of people. It seems that even after Covid- 19, shopping deliveries will be the way of the future. A positive aspect of this is that air pollution caused by endless visits to supermarkets and town centres will be reduced. Local shops should survive this revolution and we are thankful that here in Shepley we are lucky to have the Co-op with friendly and helpful staff who, in recent times, have had to deal with some difficult situations in-store. They deserve our thanks and gratitude. Please support them whenever you can. During lockdown some of us have tried growing fruit and vegetables in our gardens or even just in plant pots. Shepley’s weather has not been conducive to amazing crops this year with hot dry spells and then downpours. Despite this, some of us are reaping the rewards with wonderful produce to grace the table. Next year, perhaps, we will learn from any mistakes and do even better. We hope to add a regular gardening feature to your magazine, so with any luck we will all acquire green fingers. Whilst on the subject of contributions, we would like to remind everyone that this is your magazine. Sometimes we find it hard to fill the pages with interesting articles, especially in difficult times such as these when local groups and societies are not meeting. So, can we please ask that you have a think about items that you could submit to help fill our pages. It could be anything, hobbies, holidays, Shepley memories, wildlife, pets, photographs, music, cars, crafts, sport, forthcoming events etc. Anything that you find interesting will also interest other people and help your magazine to flourish. The Children’s Page is struggling for content. It’s such a shame not to demonstrate the talent of our young people. We know from feedback received that children get a thrill from seeing their work in print, so come on Mums and Dads, encourage your children to contribute to their own page. Drawings, photos, jokes, puzzles or anything that interests them will be welcome. Perhaps in years to come they’ll enjoy being able to show their own children the work they had published in the magazine. Following our appeal in last month’s issue for more volunteers to join the magazine team, we are very pleased to announce that three new members have now joined us. We are very much looking forward to welcoming them at our next meeting. If you are also interested in joining us either in production or delivery please use the contact details below. Shepley's Magazine Team. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Email contributions by the 12th of the month to: [email protected] Write to us and drop your contributions into the library addressed to: Shepley’s Magazine All other enquiries including advertising to: [email protected] If you would like a PDF digital copy of the magazine email: [email protected] Magazine donations to: Lloyd’s Bank - Sort Code 30-98-97 Account - 64780368 or put a cheque made out to Shepley’s Magazine into an envelope and hand it in at the library, thank you. Page 3 Shepley First School The careful and thoughtful preparations made by the Head and her staff for the gradual return of Yorkshire Studies Group children to their classrooms during the months of June and July were well-rewarded. Children settled quickly into a changed yet familiar setting, undoubtedly enjoyed seeing their friends and teachers again and started to prepare for what the new school year beginning in September will hold for them. It was particularly good that Year 5 children had some time back at SFS before their move to Middle School and even within the limitations required by Covid-19 they were able to have some celebrations marking their primary school years, (including ice-creams delivered by Yummy Yorkshire on this occasion!!) As I prepare these notes education issues are again dominating the headlines, issues about schools re- opening in September, appeals against unfair pupil gradings, and huge anxieties about what the coming year will hold for so many young people. I do not underestimate the challenges that lie ahead for staff, parents and children at SFS while Coronavirus remains a major concern for everyone and education systems face continuing disruption; but I think Shepley can take some confidence and reassurance from the fact that systems and plans have already had some testing and tweaking in the village school and children will continue their learning in a supportive and caring environment. Even in these extraordinary times it will still be lovely to welcome the new reception class children during September as they embark on their school lives in a special place. I wish the Head and all her staff well for this school year like no other. Anne Mace, Community Governor. Thank you Mike Mike Chapman has stepped down from his role as magazine delivery co- ordinator. Mike joined the team in the early stages and set up the system for distributing the magazine to your door. In addition to the management team, Yorkshire MikeStudies worked Group with eleven lead distributors and a further twenty-nine delivery volunteers and will be missed. The good news is that the system that Mike set up is excellent and he has passed on all his knowledge to enable a smooth transfer of the work. Glenys and John Tucker have agreed to join the magazine team and will take on the co-ordinator role. Thank you Glenys and John. Although Mike has stepped down, he will continue to volunteer by delivering his own round. He has been key to the success of the distribution system enabling you to receive a copy of the magazine each month. Thank you, Mike. Page 4 We Are: Shepley Library Our “Ring and Read” offer is now available at Shepley Library Contact Kirklees Libraries on 01484 414868 to order a selection of books, staff will choose these books for you and have them ready to collect at your pre-arranged time. Library staff have been working extremely hard during lockdown to provide an innovative service to the people of Kirklees. We have developed an exciting online offer, have recently launched Library Adventures Live! for children of all ages, have increased our eBook selection (by 30,000 titles) and many library staff have been redeployed, taking on a significantly different role to help with the community response to the Covid-19 pandemic. We are currently taking a phased approach to see how we can best re-start our services. We hope to be able to open fully soon but we have to make sure it’s safe to do so; health and safety has been at the heart of preparations as staff work hard to make sure visitors, staff and volunteers remain safe as further library services are re-introduced. The situation is constantly changing, you can keep up to date with all our service offers, follow our social media feeds and subscribe to our newsletters at http://www.kirkleeslibraries.co.uk/ and latest service changes can be found at https://kirkleestogether.co.uk/ Tel: 01484 414868 www.kirklees.gov.uk/libraries VJ Celebrations Union Flags flew at full-mast on UK government buildings and the UK observed a two-minutes silence on Saturday 15th August Yorkshire Studies Group to mark the 75th Anniversary of the day Japan surrendered which brought the Second World War to an end after six years of fighting. Shepley commemorated VE Day in May with celebrations within the Covid- 19 restrictions at the time, but for this occasion many of us marked the event by watching the television, moved by the stories of bravery and sacrifice experienced by thousands of soldiers and their families during the war. Page 5 Cliffe House Cliffe House is currently closed for refurbishment. The Council are investing over £1.5m to bring our Grade II listed building up to modern standards and protect it for the future. Works are also being carried out to the boundary wall. Our woodland volunteers are back on site (socially distancing of course): they have reshaped the willow arches and arbors and rhododendron hedge. Our top bush craft area is also having a new perimeter fence built. The deer are visiting us regularly, so the local wildlife is definitely benefitting from the reduced footfall! The programme of works is still on track for reopening early 2021. You can follow our progress on social media and our website www.cliffehouse.co.uk Please note that the playground and surrounding grounds are also closed during the refurbishment. Christine Kelly Business Support Officer Make A Pop-up Card by Fenne A5 thin card x2. Pictures, photos or drawings 1.Fold the cards lengthwise. On one card cut the solid lines and score dotted lines 2.&3.Fold inwards along the score lines 4.Add the pictures for the background and the feature pop-up image as shown 5.Glue the second A5 sheet to the back to neaten your card.
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