Warning to Longdon residents

Staffordshire Police have issued a warning to Longdon residents after a house in Church Way was burgled last week. The offender entered the house while the occupier was outside in the garden. They then made off across the fields at the rear of Church Way.

One of the items stolen is a ladies handbag, and residents are asked to keep an eye out for it. If anyone saw anything suspicious, or finds the discarded handbag could you please contact local police on 0300 123 4455.

Residents are requested to remain vigilant.

Inflatafun coming to Longdon

When local Mum, Sarah Stevenson’s husband died in 2006, she found looking after three small children a struggle. Her answer is Inflatafun, regular play sessions for local under 5s, using a range of fun inflatables.

“I decided to put an end to that struggle and have founded a new company which will provide entertainment for children in and around Lichfield.

“Like every mum I had to focus on keeping my youngsters occupied, but I saw that the opportunities for quality play sessions in the villages around Lichfield were severely restricted. 

“My frustrations spilled over after my sister-in-law began experiencing similar issues, with one childcare provider offering toddlers nothing more than electronic toys without batteries in them.

Inflatafun sessions will be run weekly (Term Time only) for under 5s, at Fradley, Alrewas, Barton under Needwood, Kings Bromley, Yoxall, Abbots Bromley, Chase Terrace, Longdon, Whittington & Lichfield City Centre. Further details here .

“The business will see indoor inflatable play equipment in the form of an obstacle course, brought into village / community halls for children under 5 to play with.  It will be the perfect opportunity for children to let off steam.

“I had previously only ever worked in the insurance industry so my new business is a whole new direction in my life.

Inflatfun will be at Longdon Village Hall on May 12th, 19th and 26th from 1.30 – 3.30 . Entry to the inflatable fun den will cost £4 per child and includes a free drink for both the child and adult. Snacks will also be on sale. Sarah can be contacted on 07817 557147 or via email at inflatafun@hotmail.co.uk .

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Longdon residents invited to police surgery

Local Staffordshire Police officers PC Andy Brown and PCSO Lisa Anderson will be at the Village Hall on Saturday 14th May from 9.15-10.15 am. They kindly request residents to come and have a chat and see how they can influence policing in the neighbourhood. Residents can also find out about the work police are doing in the area.

Royal Wedding Party

The bunting is out already, and everyone is getting ready for the Royal Wedding party on Friday. Come to the Village Hall from 3 pm till late, to celebrate the marriage of William and Kate.

Bring your picnic boxes along and join in with all 3 villages coming together. Games and fun for all, including Best Decorated Wedding Cake, Splat the Corgi, and Best Dressed Royal Competition and much more…

It’s all free so enjoy the day.

Longdon Brownies

1st Longdon Brownies meet every Tuesday during term time at Longdon Village Hall from 6 – 7.30 pm. Spaces are currently available, please contact Kookaburra-Owl, Monique Worth, 07875 905 096.

Music and Comedy with David St John at Longdon Club

Longdon Club will be hosting an evening of comedy and music on May 6th, starring popular entertainer  David St John .

David has been in the business since he was 10 years old, and has worked as a musician, comedian and entertainer. He has appeared all over the country and overseas on the club circuit plus corporate, theatre, hotels, cruising, holiday centres, T.V. slots etc.  David also spent a number of years working on the Thomson Hotel circuits in Tunisia, Greece and Sicily as resident entertainer.

With requests and a guaranteed sing-along to the sounds of the 50s, 60s and much more, he is one of the most versatile comedy entertainers in the U.K. today! More information can be found on the David St John website.

Doors open at 7pm, and tickets are available from Longdon Post Office or Longdon Club, price £6 each.

Longdon residents invited to police surgery

Local Staffordshire Police officers PC Andy Brown and PCSO Lisa Anderson will be at the Village Hall on Sunday 13th February from 10-11 am. They kindly request residents to come and have a chat and see how they can influence policing in the neighbourhood. Residents can also find out about the work police are doing in the area.

Staffordshire Police Citizens’ Panel Appeal

Staffordshire Police are appealing for Longdon residents to join their Citizen’s Panel, providing a voice to help the force to make decisions. Natalie Wilford, Staffordshire Police Citizen’s Panel Officer said

Our Citizens’ Panel provides a genuinely representative ‘voice’ for the diverse communities of Staffordshire in key decisions of Staffordshire Police and the development and review of its services. The Panel is currently made up of 3,000 people from across Staffordshire who regularly share their views and ideas on a wide range of policing issues.

We would like to increase our panel membership so that we can give even more people living in Staffordshire a strong and credible voice in the decisions we make. Increasing our panel membership will also provide us with the opportunity to ask questions that are much more local to where people live.

We can only be successful if we understand and deal with what matters to the public.  However, we recognise that opportunities for you to let us know your views must be as convenient to you as possible.

By joining our Citizens’ Panel you can let us know your views from the comfort of your own home.  You will simply be required to complete three short surveys a year to inform key decisions of Staffordshire Police.  You can complete these surveys in a method of your choice including on-line, via Facebook or via traditional post.

We will keep you updated with Panel newsletters and keep you informed about workshops and events that you can get involved in if you wish to do so.

To join please visit our website at www.staffordshire.police.uk/citizen and complete the online recruitment form.

For further information, please contact Natalie Wilford on 01785 23 2284 or email citizen.panel@staffordshire .pnn.police.uk

Jam Club is back

Jam Club is back, this term in Longdon Village Hall. Pre-school children, with their mums, dads or grandparents can come along for stories, singing, play and refreshments.

The club, organised by St James the Great Parish Church, takes place on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, at 2pm. This term’s dates are January 10th & 24th, February 14th, March 14th and 28th.

Stretch and Relax Class

If your New Year’s resolution includes keeping fit, then there is a class starting next month at Longdon Village Hall. Stretch and Relax Class promises to unlock stiffness, increase your heartrate and keep supple in a fun way, exercising to music. Ladies and gentlemen of all ages are welcome.

The class starts on Monday 7th February from 10.30 – 11.30 am, followed by a cuppa, and continues each Monday at the same time. For further details call Val on 01543 490 681 or 07737 272 085.