Don’t folk in Dobcross get up to some amazing things? We thought that readers would like to hear a bit more about the various groups that exist. This month we are featuring the Dobcross Ladies Group. If you would like your group to be featured next month, get in touch…

From corn dolly making (in the 70s of course!) to sugar penguins, Dobcross ladies have proved that they are willing to have a go at most things. The varied programme throughout the year includes trips, talks, walks, meals out & the ever popular Christmas parties. In February we all learnt how to wear a bra. It was started in November 1977 as a friendship group which is open to any woman of any age, not just those who attend church or even necessarily live in the village. It is financially independent & not affiliated to any national group. This keeps the annual subscription to £7 with £1 for each of the 6 events held in the church. The group is thriving but new members are always welcome. Either come along to one of the events on the second Tuesday of every month (8pm) at the back of Holy Trinity Church, Woods Lane. The next event is on 9th March & will involve chocolate & truffles. Sounds yummy!

Dobross Ladies Group Programme 2010

March 9 Rita - truffles: back by popular demand.

April 20 ^‘Up on the Roof’ by Simon Moore & Jane Prowse at Oldham Coliseum 7.30pm. A musical comedy celebrating the enduring power of friendship.

May 11 A talk on the Malaysian wedding basket by Chandra Law

June 8 ‘Singing in the Rain’- Oldham Coliseum 7.30pm

July 13 Walk from the church starting 7.30pm

August 10 Summer holidays- meet in the Swan at 8pm

September 14 Donkey Sanctuary Talk    

October 12 Meal at a venue yet to be decided

November 9 A craft demonstration yet to be decided (or another)

December 7 Christmas contribution supper

11 January 2011 AGM