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As the centre is closed on a Friday, we had our annual Valentine’s Lunch on Thursday 13th-twenty-nine members enjoyed a two course lunch and raffle. During the week, members had baked sponge-cake and biscuits in preparation for dessert with the … Continue reading →

  Over the past couple of weeks, members have been busy as usual with their activities. Tuesdays have been focused on mosaic working (although plenty of other choices are available) so we have made coasters, trivets and also decorated plant-pots. … Continue reading →

For three days this week, members had the opportunity to enjoy a Chinese lunch to celebrate Chinese New Year. Several sous-chefs, under the supervision of Daryl, helped to prepare three different meals for the benefit of the members. As usual, … Continue reading →

  This week continued as we finished the last, with plenty going on! Gareth, Peter K, Jamie and Brian all continued with their cardboard and papier-mache objects, with Jamie proudly showing off his Coca-Cola lorry by Thursday. Angus is well … Continue reading →

The new year started as the old one finished with everyone straight into their activities. This week has seen an array of papier-mache creations started, word-searches and colouring undertaken, birthday cakes baked, pool, Scalextric racing and even some Tai Chi … Continue reading →

  On Wednesday, 34 members sat down for our annual lunch. Due to the larger amount of diners, we decided on the theme of a ‘Leftovers Lunch’-Cold meats, roast potatoes, salad and coleslaw followed by mince pies and cream. Thanks … Continue reading →

The centre has been a hive of activity over the past few weeks as we’ve built up to Christmas. The decorations have been dusted off, mince pies baked , as well as cards and presents made and the karaoke machine … Continue reading →

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of one of our long-standing members, Becky King, after a short illness. She will be fondly remembered for her infectious giggle, cheeky faces and her love of Westlife and Boyzone (especially … Continue reading →

With Christmas approaching, the members have been busy with their activities, many choosing to make items as presents. Several choices have been calendars, pencil-cases and cards. Vincent, Suzanne and Martin have started on this year’s post-box, ready for the flow … Continue reading →

Every Spring and Autumn Freemasons from all parts of Devon meet to give support totalling in excess of £50,000 to local charities throughout the county who are in need of assistance. This time we were one ofthe groups nominated by … Continue reading →