North Notts Lions not only provide support to people within their own immediate community, but also support overseas projects. Recently the club have provided two water purifiers to the Purwanchal school for students with sight disability in the town of Dharan, East Nepal. Using the assistance of the Pahar Trust Nepal, who provided free installation with the aid of ex-Gurkha soldiers, North Notts Lions were able to purchase two water purifiers for the Nepalese school. read more

If a spring clean isn’t normally something you tackle, then the new wave of cleaning and decluttering gurus (think Mrs Hinch) are sure to set you in good stead. With a plethora of tips, their social media feeds, blogs and books offer something for everyone. If you’ve decided to use this year’s spring clean as an opportunity to get rid of clutter from around your home, and maybe even your office, then you could reap some amazing benefits including: seeing a reduction in stress and anxiety, a boost to productivity and creativity, and having a home which is easier to clean and tidy. read more

St Barnabas Hospice’s collection boxes have got the February blues… Is there anyone out there that can offer them a change of scenery for 2020? Chip shops, pubs, bars, reception desks hairdressers and where ever you could accommodate. I am sure they would be so much happier than sitting on our shelves. To give a box a home, please email supporter.care@stbarnabashospice.co.uk or call 01522 540300. read more

Cleveland Surgery in Gainsborough have had an active Patient Participation Group for several years and always encourage more members of the community to get involved. They will be holding their Annual General Meeting on Thursday 19th March from 6.00pm to 7.00pm at Cleveland Surgery. Patients and carers are welcome. read more

The Kirton in Lindsey Amateur Gardeners (KLAGs) 2020 season of meetings continues on Wednesday 18th March at 7.30pm, in the Town Hall, Market Place, Kirton in Lindsey. The talk this time is ‘Gardening 40 years ago’ and will be given by John Moss. This subject ties in with KLAGs celebrating its 40th year since being formed in 1980. read more

The Gainsborough Area Group of The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trusts’ next meeting is on Wednesday 18th March at 7.30pm. Paul Learoyd, who is chief executive of the Trust, is visiting to tell the group about ‘Swinn Wood, Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust’s newest old wood to be followed by an update on the Trust’s recent work’. read more

In the middle of last year the very existence of Gainsborough Snappers was threatened when their long term tutor, leader and inspiration, Alan Townsend, sadly passed away. His particular combination of skills, experience and willingness to devote his time and energy voluntarily to helping members thrive as photographers was never going to be found again in one person. read more

A late change of speaker did nothing to detract from the enjoyment of their first meeting of 2020 for Wheatley Local History Group. Ann Featherstone travelled from Derbyshire to entertain members with her talk entitled ‘The Victorian Fair — Freaks and Fisticuffs’ covering the history of ‘fairs’ and the side shows with their mix of showmen. Her initial interest in the subject grew out her childhood adventures at her ‘home’ fair and looking forward to the annual Ilkeston Fair. read more

The December meeting of Beckingham Gardeners’ Club was a great success, with members and visitors making a Christmas table decoration under the expert tuition of Sheila Clark from Walkeringham. Members had gathered different types of foliage from their gardens and turned them into beautiful, unique, arrangements. read more

The Lincoln branch of Lincolnshire Family History Society will be welcoming Sue Stennett to their next meeting at Queen’s Park Community Hub, South Park, Lincoln LN5 8EN on Saturday 14th March from 1.45pm to 4.00pm.
Local speaker and member of Lincs Rural Support Network, Sue will give an insight into the roles women have had in farming over the years. read more