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The following details are a selection of events and campaigns already planned. If you would like to take part in any of the events listed, would like to organise your own fundraising event or join one of our 10 support groups in the area, please contact the St Luke's Fundraising Department (between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday) and speak to Wendy (01606 555685), Jane (01606 555688), Karen (01606 555686), Di (01606 555697, Jo (01606 555687 or Nicola (01606 555684), or click here to e-mail them.
We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and are rested and ready to take part in some of the fantastic events that St Luke's and our fabulous, untiring support groups have in store for you!
MAY
Thursday 15 May
The Shavington Support Group is hosting a Mannequin Parade by Edinborough Woollen Mill.
Friday 16 May
The Event Management Students at Reaseheath College are holding a Charity Auction and Dinner Dance for St Luke's, with a three-course meal and a fully licensed bar. The successful band The Soul Society will be performing. Up for auction will be prizes including a hot air balloon flight, spa days, hampers and tickets to the races. This fabulous evening starts at 7pm for 7.30pm and finishes at 12 midnight. Tickets are £27.50 and are available from Vicki Disley on 01270 613232 or LIzzie Hough on 07876 592424.
Friday 16 May
The Weaverham Support Group is holding a Line Dance at the Lostock Social Club with Strollalong Lynn beginning at 7.30pm. Tickets are £3.50 and are available at the door. There will be a tombola on the night.
Friday 16 May
There will be a star studded Charity Extravaganza to be held at DeeBees in Winsford from 7.30pm till late. Performers will include Conrad Ellis of The Targets, London's hottest new girl band Cinderella Theory, soul sensation and Mobo award winner Jnay, and world renowned saxophone star Andy Scott. Miss Great Britain will be at the bash, along with members of the hit soap Hollyoaks and a number a top local acts are also set to take the stage. Doors open at 7.30pm with entrance fees of £3.00 before 11pm, £4 from 11pm until midnight and £5.00 after midnight. All monies raised on the door will be donated directly to St Luke's. For more information ring Dee Bees on 01606 558596.
Monday 19 May
There will be an Auction at Rookery Hall to benefit St Luke's and Crimestoppers. The fun begins at 6.30pm. Tickets are £10 and include champagne and canapes. Tickets are available from Karen Keeney on 01606 555686.
Thursday 22 May
Spring Lifestyle Fair in support of St Luke's Hospice and Breakthrough Breast Cancer from 10.30am to 4.30pm at Wrenbury Hall, Wrenbury Hall Drive in Wrenbury CW5 8EJ. There is plenty to see including interiors, clothing, jewellery, gardening, etc. There is free parking, a creche and food will be available. Tickets are £5 booked in advance and £7 on the door. Tickets are available from Sally Jones: 01270 781198 or 07774 724630 or by email at righi@btopenworld.com. Sponsored by Weaverhouse Professional Osteopathy and Healthcare.
Monday 26 May
The Audlem Support Group will have a stall at the Audlem Carnival - from 12pm to 4pm.
Saturday 31 May
The Nantwich Support Group will be holding a Coffee Morningin the Parish Rooms at Nantwich Church.
JUNE
Friday 6 June
The Holmes Chapel Support Group will be selling Car Raffle tickets in the Holmes Chapel Presinct.
Saturday 7 June
We are holding our fabulous Picnic Ball in a dressed marquee. You and your friends buy a table for either 10 or 12 people at a cost of £250 or £300. We cloth the table and you are free to dress it as simply or as extravagantly as you wish.This evening is always a sell out so do request a booking form early by calling Jane Thompson on 01606 555688
Sunday 8 June
Our fantastic Country Fair returns!. This has become the nicest garden party of the season with something for the whole family More information will be posted here soon.
Thursday 12 June
Sir John and Lady Barlow are opening their magnificent Gardens at Ash House in support of St Luke's. The Garden Designer Dominic Gascoigne and Head Gardener Will Turner will be conducting tours of these inspirational gardens. Ash House is in Brindley, near Nantwich. This event is strictly ticket only. Tickets are £25 and include champagne and canapes served on the Topiary Lawn. To apply for tickets, please call Jane Thompson on 01606 555688.
Saturday 14 June
The Winsford Support Group will be holding their annual Summer Fair at the Winsford Civic Hall.
The event is Saturday 14th June 2008 between 11am – 4pm and will include a Dancing Demonstration by ‘Joan Pierpoints School of Dancing’. New stall holders welcome – please contact Diane Eeley on 01606 555697.
Saturday 14 June
Summer Soiree with the Dave Speakman Quartet. Wine and Dine to the soft strains of live jazz and dacne to 60s and 70s soul. Bring your own picnic and drinks. Black tie optional. Goostrey Village Hall 8 till midnight. Tickets £10 from 01477 532540.
Friday 20 June
It's Bring £1 to Work Day!
Saturday 21 June
Alsager Support Group will be running a Toy Tombola athe Alsager Carnival.
Saturday 21 June
The Shavington Support Group will be taking part in the Summer Fete.
Saturday 21 June and Sunday 22 June
Open Garden Weekend in Audlem. The garden will be open for the Hospice at Pentre, The Salford in Audlem from 1pm to 5pm.
Saturday 28 June
Our fourth annual, ladies only, MIDNIGHT WALK, beginning at midnight (when else would we start a midnight walk?) and running through until dawn on Sunday 29th.
TO GET A REAL FLAVOUR OF THE NIGHT LOG ONTO OUR Midnight Walk website. You will find lots of information and a fantastic picture gallery (and we all know that a picture paints a thousand words). Registration opens 1st February , call Jo or Nicola in the Fundraising Office on 01606 555684 or 01606 555687.
Saturday 28 June
There will be a Grand Concert in aid of St Luke's at the Nantwich Civic Hall at 7.30pm featuring the Papa Bears, supported by the Celtica Irish Dance company and Tandie Stahl (ex ITV1's X-Factor Extras show 2007). Tickets are £6 and are available from Marlene on 07940 657758.
Saturday 28 June
The Weaverham Support Group will be holding a Strawberry Tea at 5pm at 5, St Bede's Avenue in Weaverham. Tickets are £3.50.
JULY
Saturday 5 July
The Holmes Chapel Chorus presents 'Cafe Chansons' at the Victoria Club in Holmes Chapel at 7.30pm. Tickets are £8 and are available from 01477 532407.
Sunday 13 July
The Sandbach Support Group is holding one of their popular Sunday Lunches at Bradwall Village Hall. Tickets are £10. For further information contact Gill Merry on 01270 764580.
7 - 19 July
The Shavington Support Group will be holding a House to House Collection.
Sunday 27 July
The Audlem Support Group will have the hospice car at the Festival of Transport from 9.30am to 4pm.
AUGUST
Thursday 21 August
The Shavington Support Group will be holding a Bingo Evening.
SEPTEMBER
Friday and Saturday 5 & 6 September
Holmes Chapel Support Group will be holding a Street Collection.
Sunday 7 September
It's a Knockout returns to Bentleys! If you are interested in putting a team together, ring Karen Keeney on 01606 555686.
Sunday 7 September
Sandymere Gardens will be open between 2.00pm and 4.30pm for Afternoon Tea and swimming for the children. For further information please ring Nicky on 01606 594494.
Thursday 18 September
The Shavington Support Group will be hosting a Talk and Slides of Crewe's Past by Howared Curran.
OCTOBER
Friday 10 October
The Sandbach Support Group is sponsoring a concert by the Roberts Bakery Band at Sandbach Town Hall. For further information or for tickets, ring Gill Merry on 01270 764580.
Saturday 11 October
Holmes Chapel Support Group is holding a Coffee Morning at St Luke's Church Hall from 10am to noon.
Saturday 11 October
The Audlem Support Group presents a musical evening with Musical Mayhem in the Public Hall. For tickets and further information, ring Ruth at 01270 811887.
Thursday 16 October
The Shavington Support Group will be holding a Harvest Supper and Auction.
Friday 24 October
Alsager Support Group are holding a Quiz Night at the 13 Club in Alsager.
NOVEMBER
Saturday 1 November
Alsager Support Group are holding a Coffee Morning at the Alsager Civic Hall from 10am to noon.
Saturday 8 November
The Audlem Support Group will have a Seasonal Stall at the Butter Market in Audlem from 9am to 12.30pm.
Saturday 15 November
Holmes Chapel Support Group is holding a Wine and Cheese Evening (provided by Waitrose) at St Luke's Church Hall. Details from 01477 532407.
Thursday 20 November
The Shavington Support Group will be holding a Cheese & Wine Evening at Inside Paradise in Shavington.
Saturday 22 November
Holmes Chapel Support Group presents the Mart Rodger Manchester Jazz at the Goostrey Village Hall. Details and tickets from 01477 537970.
Friday 28 November
The Alsager Support Group will have a stall at the Christmas Market.
DECEMBER
Saturday 6 December
Light Up a Life at St Luke's (Cheshire) Hospice. Further details to follow.
A message from the Fundraising Team
We are brilliant at dreaming up events at short notice, and would be delighted to have the opportunity of 'borrowing a marquee' following a special occasion. If you would consider allowing us to move in after your party, please do give us a call.
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