FUN QUIZ NIGHT FOR ST PETER AND ST PAUL CHURCH SEAL SATURDAY MARCH 23RD 6.45 for 7pm SUPPER AT SEAL CHURCH HALL.
Tickets are now sold out for this event, but if you wanted to come and were too late - look out for the next one later in the year.
SEAL VILLAGE HALL NEWS
You may remember that last year, we were searching for a team of volunteers, to help out with the running of Seal Village Hall. The Management Committee had reached a stage where the lack of support with the general running of the hall, was leading to its possible closure. The search led to a group being set up - Friends of Seal Village Hall - who committed to helping the management committee (which was grown and consolidated) with various specific projects as they arose.
Having spent much time discussing various projects, the Management Committee have decided to pursue 2 exciting projects to bring to the Village Hall this year. The first is something I know many of you have mentioned in the past - a pop-up community cinema. The second, is to look at a project which is provided by a group of actors, who bring a ready made production to community halls.
The Friends of Seal Village Hall are already considering how they might get involved in helping with these projects, but before they get too far with their planning, we would like to see how much interest there would be in either of these. Please could you take some time to consider whether you might support either of these projects if they were available to you, and respond via this email address.
We are pretty sure there is interest in the pop-up cinema, as it has been mentioned by many of you in recent feedback, but the committee would like to know there is sufficient support before committing too much in the way of funds, and, of course, effort. It is likely, therefore, that this will be the first of the projects to bring to our community.
Please let me know if you would be interested in coming along to such an event, or, even, to help with the organisation of it.
We all look forward to your responses.
Having spent much time discussing various projects, the Management Committee have decided to pursue 2 exciting projects to bring to the Village Hall this year. The first is something I know many of you have mentioned in the past - a pop-up community cinema. The second, is to look at a project which is provided by a group of actors, who bring a ready made production to community halls.
The Friends of Seal Village Hall are already considering how they might get involved in helping with these projects, but before they get too far with their planning, we would like to see how much interest there would be in either of these. Please could you take some time to consider whether you might support either of these projects if they were available to you, and respond via this email address.
We are pretty sure there is interest in the pop-up cinema, as it has been mentioned by many of you in recent feedback, but the committee would like to know there is sufficient support before committing too much in the way of funds, and, of course, effort. It is likely, therefore, that this will be the first of the projects to bring to our community.
Please let me know if you would be interested in coming along to such an event, or, even, to help with the organisation of it.
We all look forward to your responses.
SEAL PARISH ANNUAL ASSEMBLY THURSDAY MAY 15TH
Seal Pavilion at 7.30pm. All welcome.
GARDEN SAFARI REQUESTS
New gardens and raffle prizes + plants for the Seal Garden Safari
If you have a lovely garden in Seal, please contact me about opening it on Sunday 30 th June at the
next Garden safari. I would also like any spare raffle prizes and plants (house or garden) for the
safari. In the next few weeks … this is the ideal time to divide your perennials. The money raised this
year will be going to Cancer and Mind charities. In other years we have raised about £400 for the
raffle and plants which is about half of the money!
Thanks to the people who have already said YES to me!
Many thanks in advance
Frances Fish 01732 760007 mob 07749240456
If you have a lovely garden in Seal, please contact me about opening it on Sunday 30 th June at the
next Garden safari. I would also like any spare raffle prizes and plants (house or garden) for the
safari. In the next few weeks … this is the ideal time to divide your perennials. The money raised this
year will be going to Cancer and Mind charities. In other years we have raised about £400 for the
raffle and plants which is about half of the money!
Thanks to the people who have already said YES to me!
Many thanks in advance
Frances Fish 01732 760007 mob 07749240456
DANCE FOR FUN FOR OVER 60s - TUESDAYS SEAL VILLAGE HALL
For 6 weeks only -FEBRUARY 27TH - APRIL 2ND - the above sessions will be held between 2-3pm rather than 10.30-11.30. April 9th, the sessions will be held at the normal time.
SEAL OVER 60S
AS FROM MARCH, THE COST OF THE OVER 60S MEETINGS WILL BE INCREASED TO £5 PER HEAD. (iT HAS TO BE SAID THOUGH, THAT THIS IS STILL EXCELLENT VALUE FOR A GREAT TEA, AND OFTEN VERY INTERESTING SPEAKERS OR ENTERTAINMENT.
Here is the programme so far:-
April 13th - 40 years of policing
May 11th Elvis
July 13th Miss Vintage
November 9th Southern Ukuleles.
More dates to come.
OVER 60s ON APRIL 13TH 2.30PM- TALK ON 40 YEARS OF POLICING
Cost £7.50 for non members, to include a lovely afternoon tea. All are welcome. Please book through Chris on 07759 808814
.SAT JUNE 29TH AND SUN JUN 30TH
U3A Art Group will be holding an exhibition of their work in Seal Village Hall - more details to follow nearer the time.
SUN JUNE 30TH GARDEN SAFARI
Further details nearer the time, but please keep the date free!
ST PETER AND ST PAUL PATRONAL FESTIVAL AND CELEBRATION OF ANNE AND PHILIP'S 18 YEARS AT SEAL
Sunday July 7th will not only be our Patronal Festival at Seal Church, but it will be Anne le Bas’ last service at Seal Church. Of course, this will be Philip’s last week as the church’s Musical Director as well. Please join us in our celebration of their time with us any time from the Patronal service at 10am, throughout the afternoon to 4pm.
St Peter and St Paul Church Seal
The Church Events Team have been busy planning events for the first part of 2024.
HERE ARE THE PLANS SO FAR:-
ECO CHURCH EVENTS INCLUDING WALKS ON ALTERNATE SATURDAYS THROUGHOUT LENT(MORE DETAILS BELOW).
MOTHERING SUNDAY CAKE SALE AFTER THE SERVICE THIS SUNDAY.
QUIZ NIGHT MARCH 23RD
ZAMBRA WAY GARDEN PARTY AND SALE JUNE 22ND
PATRONAL FESTIVAL CELEBRATIONS JULY 7th - There will be more details of this celebration closer to the time, but please keep this date free to join us for a great day!
TEA FOR 2 IN VILLAGE GARDEN BETWEEN AUG 5TH AND 12TH
RETURN OF THE GLORIOUS LITTLE GARDEN TEAS/LUNCHES
THANKSGIVING SUPPER IN OCTOBER
HARVEST ECO ACTIVITIES FOR HARVEST.
Please watch this space for more detailed information nearer the time.
SEAL LIBRARY TEA SET
SEAL LIBRARY TEA SET
Every 4 th Tuesday in the month
2.30pm – 4pm Seal Library
£2 donation
Tea and cakes provided
Every 4 th Tuesday in the month
2.30pm – 4pm Seal Library
£2 donation
Tea and cakes provided
What’s on for 2024
26 th March – Guide dogs for the blind
23 rd April – Jane Austen in West Kent
28 th May – Firefighting in Seal
25 th June – Being a vicar in Seal
23 rd July – Driving instructor
27 th August – Toads in Stone Street
24 th Sept – Flower from a bunch from the supermarket
22 nd October -The Sevenoaks Repair café
26 th November – Poetry readings
17 th December – Christmas social
SEAL TOAD PATROL NEWS
Is it a leaf? Or a toad?!
The toad migration started very early this year, and in our first 3 weeks at Stone Street we have helped over 3,500 toads across the road. We are so grateful to the many drivers who drive through slowly and carefully, often asking us how many we’ve had, or pointing out a toad for us to pick up. Thank you! The weather has now turned rather cold for them, but there may be a surge in a week or two! So please do remember that the season is still in full swing, and even if there are no patrollers visible, there could be toads on the road. They can look just like leaves, so please take care!
Is it a leaf? Or a toad?!
The toad migration started very early this year, and in our first 3 weeks at Stone Street we have helped over 3,500 toads across the road. We are so grateful to the many drivers who drive through slowly and carefully, often asking us how many we’ve had, or pointing out a toad for us to pick up. Thank you! The weather has now turned rather cold for them, but there may be a surge in a week or two! So please do remember that the season is still in full swing, and even if there are no patrollers visible, there could be toads on the road. They can look just like leaves, so please take care!
REGULAR VILLAGE ACTIVITIES
TALKING VILLAGE
Monday afternoons between 2pm and 3.30 in Deniz's on the High Street. Buy a cup of tea or coffee and join us on the Talking Village table, for a chat and to make new friends, or catch up with old ones!
Saturdays - First Saturday of each month in Seal Library from 10.15am-11.15am. Join us for a coffee whilst out browsing for your library books.
At both these venues, there will always be two hosts to welcome you, and we look forward to meeting with you and getting to know each other better.
FRIDAY GROUP
Meets each Friday morning in the Church Hall between 10.30 and 12.30 Coffee, chat, by all means, bring your crafting with you but mostly, enjoy the company.
MESSY CHURCH CHURCH HALL - 3rd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT AUG & DEC) 3pm-4.30
SEAL TIDDLERS
In Seal Church Hall £2 per session pre schoolers and parents/Carers Monday mornings 9.30-11.30 tea drinks snacks for children art activities singing. Term time only.
JESSIE'S YOGITRIBE
Seal Village Hall Saturday mornings plus much more - see www.yogitribe.com or call Jess 07976 522726
TALKING VILLAGE
Monday afternoons between 2pm and 3.30 in Deniz's on the High Street. Buy a cup of tea or coffee and join us on the Talking Village table, for a chat and to make new friends, or catch up with old ones!
Saturdays - First Saturday of each month in Seal Library from 10.15am-11.15am. Join us for a coffee whilst out browsing for your library books.
At both these venues, there will always be two hosts to welcome you, and we look forward to meeting with you and getting to know each other better.
FRIDAY GROUP
Meets each Friday morning in the Church Hall between 10.30 and 12.30 Coffee, chat, by all means, bring your crafting with you but mostly, enjoy the company.
MESSY CHURCH CHURCH HALL - 3rd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT AUG & DEC) 3pm-4.30
SEAL TIDDLERS
In Seal Church Hall £2 per session pre schoolers and parents/Carers Monday mornings 9.30-11.30 tea drinks snacks for children art activities singing. Term time only.
JESSIE'S YOGITRIBE
Seal Village Hall Saturday mornings plus much more - see www.yogitribe.com or call Jess 07976 522726
PILATES IN SEAL
Village Hall Wednesdays at 10.30am You can contact Sarah on 07963 618226, or s.ratcliffe2620@gmail.com
QIGONG IN SEAL
Seal Village Hall currently just Fridays 9.15am. www.bewellwithannabel.
SEAL ALLOTMENTS
Please contact sealvillageallotments@
SEAL CHURCH CHOIRS
Adult and junior choirs looking for new members - practice Wednesday evenings -sealpandp@gmail.com
SEAL CHURCH BELLRINGERS
Have you ever had the urge to ring the church bells? If you are interested, we are always looking for new ringers, so please contact Paul Thompson paul.h.thompson@
SEAL OVER 60s
2nd Saturday of each month 2.30-4pm.Seal Village Hall. £5 per head, for a delicious tea, interesting speakers and great company. Call Chris 01732 763585 or 07759 808814
.
SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUB
Thursday evenings Seal Village Hall contact Alan Davies jandadavies@hotmail.co.
SEAL SEQUENCE DANCING -
Village Hall Tuesdays 8pm -10pm contact awatts@talktalk.net
SEAL SCOUTS, CUBS AND BEAVERS.
Please contact 9thgslsevenoaks.
DANCE FOR FUN FOR OVER 50's
- Village Hall - Tuesday mornings -10.30am - contact Luci 07748 008431.
SEAL LIBRARY-
Opening hours - Tuedays 2-5pm, Thursdays 10am - 1pm, Fridays 10am - 3pm and Saturdays 10am-2pm.
Thursdays -Derek - the IT Guru/Buddy, is available for appointments on Thursday mornings from 10.15. If you would like some help with your computer skills, please book an appointment through the library.
Fridays 10.30-11am Story Time with Jenni
Book Club first Tuesday of each month 2.30-3.30
Tea Set - Fourth Tuesday of each month - 2.30-3.45 - An interesting speaker at each session, with tea, cakes and great company!
Free Drop-in Crafts for children - first Saturday of each month.
CHURCH HALL BOOKINGS - Maggie Fox - 01732 762840
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS - Gerry Froggat - 01959 522545
SEAL PAVILION HALL FOR CHILDRENS' PARTIES - 01732 833360
