BROOMHILL COMMUNITY LIBRARY

Walking Friends
Meet new people each month through walking and having a cuppa together afterwards.

WALK 1- LODGE MOOR
TARA HQ, 53 Westminster Crescent
Monday 22nd April 10.30am monthly
short walk on flat paths

WALK 2- BROOMHILL
Broomhill Community Library
Thursdays monthly coming soon
medium-Length walk with a bit of incline

WALK 3 – CROSSPOOL
Corner of Den Bank Drive with Hagg Lane
Wednesday 24th April 10.00am monthly
Longer walk with uneven paths and inclines.
To book, please contact:
wellbeing@broomhill-library.org.uk or phone 0114 2734276

Hallam Choral

Hallam Choral Society sings Gabriel Faure’s Requiem, Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb and Jubilate Deo, and Elaine Hagenberg’s Farewell at St Marks Church, Broomhill, 7.30pm Saturday 27th April. 
Tickets £15 from Eventbrite or on the door.

Crosspool Festival CreativityShowcase

 Crosspool Festival Week, Friday, June 28th to Sunday7th July 2024

This July, Crosspool Festival is again holding its popular two-day exhibition for the people of Crosspool to showcase their creativity in the areas of Art, Craft, Photography and Cake Making.

This is open to anyone who lives, works, visits, shops, worships, or goes to school in Crosspool.
There is no theme to follow, just show us what you can create.

There will also be demonstrations on woodturning, painting and lace making. If you would like to demonstrate your hobby craft, then email crosspoolfestivalphotos@gmail.com

Visitors to the exhibition will be able to vote for their favourite entry in the artcraft and photography categories. ( insert re cake judging)

 The categories for entry are as follows: –
Art, Craft, Photography: (two categories for each)

  • Under 16 years.
  • Everyone over 16 years old.

In the Photography Exhibition you can enter up to two images and the prints can be any size from A5 to  A3. They can be printed only or be mounted and/or framed.
There is no restriction on the size in the art or craft categories.
Entries will be put on display for everyone to view and admire at St Columba’s Church, Manchester Road on Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd July 2024.
After the exhibition, Cocker & Carr will display in their window some of the entries in the art, craft and photography categories

This year we are introducing a new approach to cake baking…. Crosspool Bake Off.
This will be on 2nd July and also held at St Columba Church.

  • ENTER THE SIGNATURE, TECHNICAL, (OR BOTH), OR CHILDREN’S CATEGORY.
  • BRING YOUR BAKES TO ST COLUMBA’S CHURCH ON TUESDAY 2ND JULY 10AM – 12PM.
  • PLEASE INCLUDE A LIST OF INGREDIENTS.
  • RESULTS AND TASTING 1PM – 4PM.

*NO FRESH CREAM PLEASE BECAUSE THERE ARE NO REFRIGERATION FACILITIES* For further information on all the categories, contact crosspoolfestivalphotos@gmail.com

The Future of Carver Fields

This Wednesday 10th April at 7pm, Stephen Hill Methodist Church is hosting a sit-down meeting to talk about the people who use Carver Fields, and care about it now, and in the future.

The Sheffield Methodist Circuit needs to be able to answer some questions about Carver Fields, what it does and what it can do for the future.

They want to be able to have an honest and open conversation about the future of the site within the realms of Methodism, what it needs to be able to do and what it will cost to do it- both in time, financially and in resources. All who use the site, live next to it, walk on it, chat on it, or play games on it, are welcome to attend the meeting and express their views.

The meeting will conclude with hopefully a feeling of what the future could be, who will be involved in it and how it may be able to generate some income to support the site.
This will then be written up as a proposal for the Sheffield Methodist Circuit leadership team.

Engaging the community in an open dialogue about the future of this local site is a commendable approach. It ensures that the site evolves in a way that is inclusive and reflective of the community’s needs and values. Discussing the practical aspects such as time, financial investment and resource allocation is crucial to planning successful. Encouraging users to share their views can lead to a well-rounded vision for its future, and could help foster a sense of ownership and community spirit.

SHEFFIELD HALF MARATHON 2024

Sheffield Half Marathon
will bring traffic changes to this
area this weekend.

The Sheffield Half Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, 7th April 2024, will necessitate significant traffic alterations. To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, road closures and traffic regulation suspensions will be in effect from 04:00 to 16:00.
Residents and visitors are advised to plan their travel accordingly, allowing extra time for journeys and utilizing designated crossing points that will be maintained throughout the event.
 Please visit the Sheffield Half Marathon webpage for up-to-date information on the race route and any traffic changes that might affect you.

This is a significant event in the UK’s running calendar, attracting thousands of participants of all skill levels. The race starts at Arundel Gate and features a scenic route that offers majestic views of the Peak District during the climb to Ringinglow. This event is not just a race but a challenge, with the ‘triple test’ allowing runners to compete for the Peaks Challenge crown, which includes a timed hill climb. Entrants, who must be 17 or older on race day, can look forward to a finisher’s goody bag, an exclusive medal, and the option to pre-order a finisher t-shirt. It’s a day filled with excitement, support from the community, and the opportunity to raise funds for numerous great causes.

DEMENTIA AWARENESS FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY

St Columba’s Church, Crosspool
Saturday 20th April 2024
10am-12noon

All Welcome

Speaker: Kathryn Rawling,
Dementia and Wellbeing Manager at Sheffcare.

It’s estimated that by 2040 1.6 million people will live with dementia in the UK and approximately two-thirds of those people will live at home supported by a family member or a friend.

We have arranged a relaxed accessible session that will help us all understand memory loss and dementia better, from the perspective of both the person living with dementia and the carer.

Our speaker is Kathryn Rawling, Dementia and Wellbeing Manager at Sheffcare and she is passionate about helping friends and families gain meaningful knowledge and understanding about memory loss and dementia. She believes in looking for innovative ways to help anyone living with dementia to have as fulfilling a life as possible.

If you have a friend, a neighbour, or someone in your family living with memory loss or dementia and you’d like to know more, please come and join us. Kathryn is a warm and interesting speaker and there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions.
For further information, please contact:
Briony Broome 07801 532 954 email:briony.broome@hotmail.co.uk
Sue Stew 0114 2670 006 email:admin@stcolumbacrosspool.org.uk

Clocks Go Forward Tomorrow

The Future of Carver Fields

On Wednesday 10th April at 7pm, Stephen Hill Methodist Church is hosting a sit-down meeting to talk about the people who use Carver Fields, and care about it now, and in the future.

The Sheffield Methodist Circuit needs to be able to answer some questions about Carver Fields, what it does and what it can do for the future.

They want to be able to have an honest and open conversation about the future of the site within the realms of Methodism, what it needs to be able to do and what it will cost to do it- both in time, financially and in resources. All who use the site, live next to it, walk on it, chat on it, or play games on it, are welcome to attend the meeting and express their views.

The meeting will conclude with hopefully a feeling of what the future could be, who will be involved in it and how it may be able to generate some income to support the site.
This will then be written up as a proposal for the Sheffield Methodist Circuit leadership team.

Engaging the community in an open dialogue about the future of this local site is a commendable approach. It ensures that the site evolves in a way that is inclusive and reflective of the community’s needs and values. Discussing the practical aspects such as time, financial investment and resource allocation is crucial to planning successful. Encouraging users to share their views can lead to a well-rounded vision for its future, and could help foster a sense of ownership and community spirit.

Developer seeks planning permission after the fact

The planning application with reference 24/00772/FUL appears to be a response to concerns raised by neighbours regarding the unauthorised replacement of traditional bay windows with the installation of flat windows and French doors to a property on Manchester Road in Crosspool. This application was officially received and validated on the 12th of March, 2024. Those interested or affected by this application can submit their comments to the local planning authority for consideration

Altering windows and doors can significantly change the appearance and character of a property and in many cases, the insertion of new windows and doors, that are of a similar appearance to those used in the original construction of the house, generally don’t require planning permission. However, if the changes are made without the necessary permissions, the local planning authority may take legally binding enforcement action for the reversal of the changes. 

Last Night at the Proms

 The Yorkshire Wind Orchestra invites you to a magnificent evening of British musical splendour at the Last Night at the Proms concert!   Saturday, 20th April 2024, 7:30 PM, Stephen Hill Methodist Church, Crosspool, Sheffield.

PAY WHAT YOU DECIDE
Entry to this concert is FREE. No booking is required – simply turn up on the day and donate as much as you feel on your way in or out!

Recognising that lots of people are struggling right now, and access to the arts is one of the first things to go when family budgets are squeezed. Pay What You Decide, ensures that our events are financially accessible to all community members.
Your donations support our partner charities “The Family Works” & “Smile Train”.

Join us to experience the grandeur and majesty of Britain’s musical heritage. The Yorkshire Wind Orchestra presents a programme bursting with iconic melodies and timeless classics. From the stirring marches of Elgar’s “Pomp and Circumstance” to the delightful charm of “Country Gardens,” every note will transport you to the heart of English musical tradition.

 Celebrate the essence of England with beloved anthems like “Jerusalem,” stirring emotions and inspiring national pride with every chord. The evening will be filled with the warmth and nostalgia of a Suite of English Folk Songs, capturing the essence of rural England in its most melodic form. But that’s not all! Prepare to be swept away by the rousing melodies of “Fantasia on British Sea Songs,” evoking the spirit of the high seas and adventure that’s quintessentially British.

Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the world of classical music, the “Last Night at the Proms” at Stephen Hill Methodist Church, promises to be an unforgettable evening of joy and camaraderie. A night to remember an enchanting musical journey that will leave your spirits soaring and your heart singing!

Don’t miss this opportunity to dress up, wave your flags, and be part of a tradition that cherishes the power of music to uplift and bring people together