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Crosspool Festival Craft, Art, Photography Exhibition 2025.

Once again, the 2025 Festival will be holding a two-day exhibition to showcase the skill and talent of those who live, work, worship, socialise or shop in Crosspool.

For the last two years we have been privileged to have local talent giving live demonstrations on a wide range of craft and artwork covering

  • Lace making
  • Alpaca fleece spinning
  • Painting
  • Origami
  • Clay craft
  • Embroidery
  • Woodturning
  • Stamp collecting

We are again looking for individuals to demonstrate their craft and skill during the exhibition for a couple of hours in the morning or afternoon of the exhibition, which takes place on Tuesday and Wednesday, 1st & 2nd July.

No matter what your area of craft, art or photography, we are keen for you to come and share what you do.

If you would like to participate or seek more information, please email
crosspoolfestivalphotos@gmail.com

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Crosspool Clarion Spring 2025

The spring issue of the Crosspool Clarion (Incorporating St Columba’s & Stephen Hill Church Newsletter) is available to download and read below.

Current issue: Volume 22-issue-1-Spring-2025

Back issues of past editions of the Clarion are also available to download.

To read PDFs on your computer, you may need to download the free Adobe Acrobat Reader.

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Care in Crosspool

Care in Crosspool is a local charity established in 1986 to offer voluntary support to people living in the Crosspool area.
They focus on befriending and helping the elderly and those caring for a relative in the community.
The work is carried out by a team of committed volunteers whose office is based at St Columba’s Church, 503 Manchester Road, S10 5PL   http://www.stcolumbacrosspool.org.uk/local

If you need assistance or want to volunteer, contact Jude Murphy (Coordinator at Care in Crosspool)  Tele: 0114 2670045    Email: careincrosspool@gmail.com             

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SIO TOGETHER EVENT

On Wednesday 5th March, 2-4pm at St Columba’s Church in Crosspool, the Selborne Road Med. Ctr. are welcoming people eager to learn more about living a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life. The event will promote physical and emotional health with opportunities to find out about and get involved with local activities. There will be a chance to socialise and meet people with free refreshments. Please see the attached poster. Doctors and other members of the practice team will be there!

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Community Open Meeting

The Crosspool Forum’s quarterly Open Meetings, held at St. Columba’s Church, play a crucial role in bringing together members of the community to discuss important issues and share ideas.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the date for the next open meeting, originally scheduled for its usual day, has now been moved on by a day to 7 p.m. Friday, 31st January

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Children’s Christmas Party

To bring joy and friendship to the Crosspool community, today the Crosspool Forum hosted their annual Children’s Christmas Party at St Columba’s Church. A magical festive afternoon of fun, music and refreshments for the children and their families.

The highlight of the party was the magical and entertaining performance by Barney Baloney and Henry the Cheeky Monkey.
Barney Baloney, a talented magician and entertainer, had the children and their families captivated with his incredible magic tricks and illusions.
The children were in awe as Barney performed his tricks, making objects disappear and reappear before their very eyes. Henry’s antics added an element of surprise and delight to the show, as he caused chaos and mayhem. Delighted by Henry’s antics, their laughter and smiles filled the room with joy and laughter.
Thoroughly enjoying the entertainment and the chance to celebrate the Christmas season together, the parents and guardians were delighted to see their little ones having such a wonderful time.

The Crosspool Forum had worked tirelessly to organize the party, ensuring that every detail was taken care of to make the afternoon special for the children. From the entertainment, the amazing raffle prizes and Christmas gifts, to the delicious refreshments, every aspect of the event was designed for fun and laughter.  

As the party drew to a close, the sense of community and friendship was palpable. The children and their families, who had come together to celebrate the Christmas season with a traditional Children’s Christmas Party, left with beaming smiles and clutching Christmas gifts from Father Christmas and memories that would last a lifetime.

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Children’s Christmas Party

Children’s Christmas Party
(For the younger members of our community 3 to 10yrs)
St Columba’s Church Hall,
This Sunday 8th December, 2pm – 4pm
Tickets £5, Available at the
Crosspool Pet Shop
22 Sandygate Road.

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Festival Exhibition Winners 2024

The local art, craft, and photographic exhibition showcased a remarkable variety of 50 entries, capturing the creative spirit of the community.
The event was a vibrant celebration of talent, with over 125 attendees participating in the voting process to select their preferred exhibits. In parallel, the culinary skills of the participants shone through in the Bake-off. A delicious success that featured an array of delectable treats across three categories.
The event was not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the taste buds, as the fortunate visitors had the unique opportunity to sample the array of cakes and biscuits entered into the competition, making it a truly immersive experience.
This event highlights the importance of community engagement and the joy that shared artistic and culinary endeavours can bring.

Wednesday 3rd July 2024 Crosspool Festival Art, Craft & Photography Awards
Certificates and Prizes provided by Tom of Cocker and Carr

BAKE OFF
CHILDREN’S Category Name                                     

  • Runner-up                                                Grace & Maggie Hale    
  • Winner                                                The Old School House Nursery Class                                   
    SIGNATURE Category                       Name
  • Runner-up                                               Wendy Bradley for her Amaretto Sour Traybake
  • Winner                                              Paula Stacey for her Pineapple & Coconut Cake                         TECHNICAL BAKE Category              Name 
  • Runner-up Over                               Sally Turnbull for her Raspberry Jam Swiss roll     
  • Winner Over                                      Alice Curren for her Chocolate Orange Swiss roll                    

     ART Category                                      Name                                                 Title of Entry
  • Runner-up Under 16s                     Thomas Hickin                                Yellow Pepper   
  • Winner Under 16s                            Heha Chonkar             Portrait of an Elderly Woman
  • Runner-up Over 16                           Mary Milner                             Hare in the Meadow     
  • Winner Over 16s                             Chris Ellis                          Abbeydale Industrial  Hamlet

    CRAFT Craft Category
  • Under 16s                                            no entries                           
  • Runner-up Over 16s          –          Pauline Crawley     –      Quilted Backpack              
  • Winner Over 16s           –               Amy Barrettr      –           Felted Fungi Fun 

     PHOTOGRAPHY Category
  • Under 16s no entries
  • Runner-up Over 16         –           Louise Cousins         –          Cecil the dog.
  • Winner Over 16s              –          John Ferretti        –     Passing Through. (Venice scene)

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Crosspool Well Dressing 2024

Well-dressing 2024
Olympic word search

Make sure you take a look at this year’s festival well-dressing when you go past the grassy bank at the junction of Selborne Road and Watt Lane on Sandygate Road.

This year’s well-dressing theme, inspired by the Olympic Games, has been skilfully created by our dedicated group of volunteers using natural materials to craft an intricate design that pays homage to the athletes and the diverse cultures they represent. Their tireless efforts have culminated in a stunning display that captures the essence of the Olympic spirit.

Crosspool Festival Programme

We invite you all to join us in celebrating this remarkable work of art with the people who brought it to life when the well-dressing is dedicated this Friday 28th June, 6-30 7.00pm. by Rev. Tracey Morris of St Columba’s Crosspool & Stephen Hill Methodist Church and uniformed youth groups.
Your support and enthusiasm will make this event a success and keep our traditions alive for future generations.

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gofundme

Any donations given through `gofundme’ or at the well-dressing, no matter how small, will be gratefully received and the total amount will be split between this year’s two festival charities – Assist Sheffield & Médecins Sans Frontière (MSF).

Assist Sheffield offers support to those seeking sanctuary in the city, providing accommodation, information, and other essential services.

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization that provides emergency aid in conflict zones and areas affected by diseases.