Jan 2016 - Crowle Online

Public Service Information
Bus Timetable for Services
From 22nd February 2015
356 Grafton Flyford – Crowle – Tibberton – Worcester
Monday - Saturday (no Sunday or Bank Holiday service)
Grafton Flyford to Worcester Service:
356
356
07:30
10:00
10:15
(LMS Travel)
Grafton Flyford, Stock Turn
No. 300
Sale Green, Telephone Box
07:45
Crowle, Geneva Crescent
07:50
10:20
Worcestershire Royal Hospital
08:04
10:34
08:10
10:40
Worcester, Bus Station
08:15
10:45
356
356
356
Worcester, Bus Station
13:35
16:35
17:45
Shrub Hill, Rail Station
13:40
16:40
17:50
Worcestershire Royal Hospital
13:43
16:43
17:53
(LMS Travel)
Crowle, Geneva Crescent
13:56
16:56
18:06
Sale Green, Telephone Box
14:01
REQ
REQ
Crafton Flyford, Stock Turn
14:15
REQ
REQ
REQ - Served on request to the driver only. Operator phone number: 01905 25252
Mobile Library Times
The Crowle Cryer editor for
February 2016
Is Caroline Towe
The Cryer is intended to reflect village
life and the Editor welcomes all
articles about people or events in or
around Crowle (and area). All items
for inclusion should be received by:
12th January
Submissions preferred via email
to [email protected]
January 2016
25 Years of the Crowle Cryer!
Shrub Hill, Rail Station
Worcester to Grafton Flyford:
Crowle
Cryer
CROWLE: 1st Wednesday in the month
Froxmere Road – 10.45 - 11.05am
Crowle School – 11.10 - 11.25am
Next date: 6th January
SALE GREEN: 1st Wednesday in the month
Sale Green Cottage – 11.35 - 11.50am
Next date: 6th January
Did you notice that this is issue No: 300 of the Crowle Cryer? That means
25 years ago the first issue was delivered to every household in the
Parish of Crowle. Today we print 540 copies each month, some of which
now go to neighbouring villages!
The Cryer has changed over the years, from one sheet of duplicated
paper to the present day professionally printed booklet. We are able to
generally produce it at cost neutral thanks to the local advertisers.
The Cryer would not be available without the many volunteers who edit,
distribute, deliver and sort out the advertising. They have been many
over the years but some have delivered the Cryer for 25 years!
The Parish Council would like to thank everybody who has ever helped
produce our wonderful village newspaper and assist it in achieving this
milestone.
You can contact the mobile library to
renew your books by phone. Call 01905
822722 (with your library ticket to hand).
or call Caroline on 381570
www.crowle-online.co.uk
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Crowle Pre-school and
Before & After School Club
The Old Chequers Inn
Ÿ Awarded ‘Good’ in OFSTED Inspection
2014
Ÿ We offer a before & after school club for
children attending Crowle First School
Ÿ Children from 2 up to school-entry age
We ensure equal opportunities, inclusion and
diversity
Contact Information
Parish Councillors
Nick Brett
[email protected]
Crowle Parish Hall, Church Rd,,Crowle WR7 4AZ
Tel: Penny Smith (01905) 380031
[email protected]
Telephone: 01905 381275
www.oldchequersinn.co.uk
Email: [email protected]
Useful Numbers
381430
Clerk to the Parish Council:
Jenny Crawford
391650
[email protected]
Will Bourn
380054
[email protected]
Crowle Parish Hall
Our Local District Councillor:
Margaret Rowley
345307
Stuart Dickenson
381260
[email protected]
Marie Eastwood
(Chairman)
381451
Our County Councillor:
Rob Adams
381389
Andy Pyle
07968 987345
[email protected]
Mon – Sat, 10.00 - 6.00
Sun, 2.00 - 6.00
Bed &
Breakfast
01905 345223
Wychavon District Council:
Council Offices, Pershore 01386 565000
WDC Shop, Droitwich
794272
Tara Fallon-Lowbridge
381669
[email protected]
Old Turnpike Road
Crowle
380031
Age UK:
Droitwich & District
Info Line
772126
795571
Worcestershire County Council:
www.worcestershire.gov.uk 763763
Lee Turner
381784
[email protected]
www.crowle-online.co.uk
Lawrence Wall
381197
[email protected]
The village website acts as a notice
board for village news and events, and
includes an archive of previous Crowle
Cryers.
Frazer Wood
381804
[email protected]
at
Green Farm
Enquiries and further details
Ring 381807
TEL 01905 380024 / 07747 369540 FOR A QUOTE
WWW.MRS-H-IRONING.CO.UK FOR PRICES & INFO
M J Palmer & Son
Crowle Garage
Ladies & Gents
Servicing, Repairs
& MoTs
Plus
“Sienna X” Spray Tanning
Call Mike or Ian on 381210
NW Co-ordinators
Police Contact
Area
Apple Tree / Bramley
Bredicot Lane
Church Road South
Name
Donald Pearce
Martin Lewis
Howard Painter
Tel.
381108
381820
381209
Church Road Central
Church Road North
Crowle Green
Ann Lane
David Phillips
381159
381350
To contact the Local Policing
Team for non-urgent issues call:
01905 725769 and leave a
message, or email: tony.carter@
westmercia.pnn.police.uk
Froxmere Close
Froxmere Road East
Froxmere Road West
Paul Greenwood 381819
Graham Collins
381671
Jeremy Thomas 381296
In an emergency, call 999
Non-emergencies, call 101
Old Turnpike Road
Pear Tree Way
School Lane
Kay Prosser
VACANT
John Brookes
381451
—––––
381863
Sale Green
Sale Green
Eric Scrannage
Bob Johnson
391141
391257
Crowle’s Local Police Officer is
PC Tony Carter.
If in any doubt about whether or
not to call the police (other than
999 emergencies), you can
contact any NW coordinator.
Local Police Team email: [email protected]
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Parish Organisations
Baby & Toddler Group
Contact: Nicole Jones: 381717
Caretaker: Andy Tanner
Beavers
Parish Hall, Tuesdays, 18.00 - 19.00
Contact: Helen Wadsworth: 381032
send text message.
07793 315529 - if no reply please
Bowls Club
Parish Hall, Mondays, 19.15 - 21.15
and Wednesdays 15:15 - 17:15
Contact: Richard London: 381361
Womens Touch Rugby Team
Wednesdays 7.30 pm at Pershore
Rugby Club
Contact: Fizz Bewley: 381080
Parochial Church Council
Secretary: James Bladon: 380033
Pre-School
Parish Hall: Nine sessions a week
Contact: Penny Smith: 381442
Retired Members Lunch Club
Contact: Pamela Field: 381776
Royal British Legion
Poppy Appeal Organiser
Contact: Graham Rhodes: 381453
Scouts
Parish Hall, Wednesday 19.00-20.30
Contact: Brian Warmington: 391683
Crowle Community Tea Shop
Contact: Pamela Field: 381776
Crowle Players
Contact: Jean Morris: 381965
Crowle Searchers Junior F.C.
Under 7’s, 8’s, 9’s, 10’s, 12’s,
13’s 14’s & 16’s
Contact: Nick Brett: 381430
W. I.
Parish Hall, 1st Wednesday of the
month at 7.30 pm
Contact: Lee Turner 381784
or Lynne Collins 381671 E-mail
[email protected]
Crowle Tennis Club
Contact: John Brookes: 381863
or Jon Purves 381909
Worcester Petanque Club
Saturday at The Old Chequers
www.worcesterpetanqueclub.org.uk
Crowle Young Farmers
Contact: Zoe Whitehouse
Tel: 07919 818148
The Hardy Plant Society (Worcs)
Parish Hall 2nd Sat of each month
at 2 pm
Tel: 01242 241035
www.worcs-hardy-plant.org.uk
Cubs
Parish Hall, Tuesdays, 19.00 - 20.30
Contact: Nick Hawkes: 381831
Parish Hall & Recreation Field Bookings
Anyone wishing to book the Parish Hall should
contact the Bookings Secretary well in advance
of their preferred date, to check availability. A
booking form will be issued and, on receipt of the
completed form and deposit cheque, the
booking will be firm.
Friends of Crowle School
Contact: Sharon Moore: 380190
Over 60‘s
2nd Tuesday of each month
Contact: Myra Brierley: 381769
Parish Hall (Crowle Parish Trust)
Bookings Secretary:
Samantha Paul 07498 555463
Email: [email protected]
Letting rates are published on the hall noticeboard. Parishioners booking for private events
may qualify for a discounted rate, ask the
Bookings Secretary for details.
The playing field facilities (except the playground)
may also be booked by contacting the Bookings
Secretary. Details available on request.
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Parish Council News
THE PARISH COUNCIL WOULD LIKE TO WISH EVERYONE A VERY HAPPY
& HEALTHY 2016
Planning Applications and Decisions.
W/15/02758/LB - Mr T Main, Old Peartree Cottage, Church Road. Dismantle and
re-build chimney.
W/15/02450/PP - Mr and Mrs Thompson, Beacon View, Netherwood Lane.
Proposed single and second styorey extension to rear and raise of roofline.
W/15/03005/PN - Mr I Lamb, Land adjacent West Wyche, Netherwood Lane.
Amended design to original planning approvals W/13/01752/PN and
W/14/01504/PN. Alteration to siting and design of garaging.
AB/15/03095/AB - E W Boden & Sons, Commandry Farm, Lower Crowle. A steel
portal frame grain store.
W/15/02648/PN - Ms S Stephens, Portway, Church Road. Demolition of existing
single garage and erection of new two storey detached dwelling and associated
parking including revised parking arrangements for Portway Cottage resubmission of application W/15/01139/PN. Amendment - amended plans
reducing the scale of the proposed dwelling and altering the proposed design.
Community Shop - We need your help!
You may recall that the provision of a Community Shop was highlighted as a
priority by residents completing the survey 'Crowle the Way Forward' to help
improve amenities in our village.
The Section 106 and New Homes Bonus Working Group have started to
investigate models of good practice and some of the practical issues but cannot
do anymore without some help. This is where, hopefully, you come in - we
desperately need help in looking at how this could be achieved and whether it
would be a viable proposition for the village.
Without your help we shall have to make a decision early in 2016 as to whether
we carry on or shelve the project for the time being. So it really is help us or lose
the idea of a shop!
If you are prepared to volunteer or would like further information please contact
Nick Brett, 381430 or Jenny Crawford, 391650. Many thanks.
New Dog Fouling Bin.
A new dog fouling bin has been sited on the far side of the playing field near the
gate to the bridle path. Hopefully, this will help to keep the field free of dog
excrement - please use and keep the field a great place to play. Thanks.
Useful contact number.
Field Site Caretaker, Andy Tanner - 07793315529. Any concerns re the field
please call - if no reply send Andy a text and he will return your call. Thanks.
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Wychavon Update
Devolution
In September, 38 local authorities including Worcestershire expressed an interest to
the government in taking on some devolved powers. If the proposal is accepted,
Worcestershire will be one of the first two tier council areas to develop devolution
plans. Currently mainly urban areas and the single tier authorities have done so.
Small Ads & Notices
All small ads and notices are free to Parishioners, however local business ads have a
nominal fee.
LOVE THEM AND LEAVE THEM
Dog walking and pet sitting service.
All seven councils in the county have signalled their intention to work together on the
case for devolution across Worcestershire. The commitment to work together also
includes other public sector partners such as the police, the Local Enterprise
Partnership and local Clinical Commissioning Groups.
Dog walking and small animal visits
available.
Fully Insured and CRB checked
The devolution proposals will build on existing plans with a focus on the added value
that a devolution deal could bring. Areas where this could be achieved are in health
and social care reform, infrastructure and investment, skills and innovation and the
environment. It is intended that the benefit will be achieved by working together
rather than merging to form one overarching authority.
Shared Legal Services
A joint legal service has been formed between Wychavon and Malvern Hills District
Councils. It is expected that this arrangement will lead to savings in staffing and non
staffing costs of £60,000.
Fly tipping
Wychavon has been clamping down on illegal fly-tipping in recent months. A number
of investigations have been taking place which may lead to prosecutions. In a two
week period in November, seven £75 fixed penalty notices were issued for littering
and one £300 fixed penalty notice for failure to produce waste transfer notes.
Police and Crime Commissioner Precept Consultation
Bill Longmore, the Police and Crime Commissioner for West Mercia, is asking
people across the area whether they are willing to pay any more towards policing in
their council tax in 2016-17. The Government's calculation for 'sustaining' the police
budget included a presumption that Police and Crime Commissioners nationwide
would increase their precept by 2% each year until 2020. Do you agree to that? Let
Bill know by emailing [email protected] or by completing the survey
at www.westmercia-pcc.gov.uk by noon on January 18.
Margaret Rowley, Old Park, Plough Road, Tibberton, Droitwich Spa WR9 7NN.
Tel 01905 345307 Email: [email protected]
Please call Charlie
01905 381692
07512320195
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WANTED – Articles for the Crowle Cryer
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about people or events in or around Crowle (and area). Please submit any
contributions to the Editor – the contact details are on page 16.
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Crowle Community
MARK ELLIS Interiors
Kitchens Bedrooms Bespoke Woodwork
Tea Shop
We hope you are all well and looking forward to the New Year.
Wishing you all “A HEALTHY and SAFE NEW YEAR” from the Crowle
Tea Shop Team and we are looking forward to seeing you at the Parish
Hall in 2016.
We meet again for the first time in the new year on:
Tuesday 12th January at 2pm to 3.30pm.
Followed by Tuesday 26th January.
Pop in to say hello and have a relaxing afternoon with us all, enjoying
tea,coffee and cake with friends old and new.
● Choose from a cost effective kitchen door
replacement to a complete project managed
installation
● Extensive range of bedroom and kitchen finishes and
styles all with matching cabinets
● Local workshop near Pinvin to hand-make bespoke
woodwork designs
07976 301794
Windows /Conservatories - Gutters / Facias
Quick-dry carpet cleaning
Professional oven cleaning
Home / Let or Sale property preparation
Fully Insured / Local Friendly Service
For a free quote call Richard Prescott
01905 381164 or 07958 060009
[email protected]
www.markellisinteriors.co.uk
Transcending Stress
Learn how to manage your stress with scientifically
proven techniques.
● Private individual sessions available at Select
Physio in Broughton Hackett.
● Group workshops and individual sessions can
be arranged at your office.
For more information on how a Transcending Stress
programme can help you manage your stress call
Tara Zutshi on 07816 908 662 or 01905 380 004 or
email [email protected]
DANCING & PERFORMING FOR ALL AGES
For more information on children’s Pre-School classes, After
School classes, Adult Tap and Jazz, pleases contact:
Debbie on 01905 345132
www.happystepsdance.co.uk
GREEN DEAL ADVISOR
ENERGY PERFORMANCE
CERTIFICATES
(If Selling or Letting Your Home)
SOLAR PV CONSULTANT
I am local, professional, accredited, insured, and offer a fast, efficient service.
Fairfield, Peopleton, Pershore, WR10 2EA
Email: [email protected]
www.premiumcoatings.co.uk
Office: 01905 753853
Sue Cole Dip DEA. GDA
01905 381907 or 07766 828860
Carradine Cairns
ŸDog grooming - all breeds
ŸOver 25 years experience
ŸCollection service available
ŸHome visits possible
ŸHand stripping, clipping, bathing, nails
ŸContact Dawn, based in Fernhill Heath
Tel: 01905 452078 or 07866 574901
Email: [email protected]
Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic
Sarah Collier-Smith MCSP MHPC
Broughton Hackett day-time, evening &
Saturday-morning appointments available
Physiotherapy–Podiatry Sports massage therapy
New Studio room now available to hire for classes,
functions & meetings
T : 01905 381415
www.carradinecairns.co.uk
M: 07767254218
E. [email protected]
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St John the Baptist Church
UK BARBER SHOPS
HAIRSTYLING FOR MEN
Firstly everyone at St John the Baptist Church would like to wish everyone a
prosperous New Year. We hope you had an enjoyable Christmas.
· 42 HIGH ST, BROMSGROVE
· 2 GURNEYS LANE, DROITWICH
Tuesday’s Handmade Trio of Sausages &Mash £6.95
Wednesday’s Beer Battered Fish & Chips £5.95
Thursday’s Sirloin Steak & Chips 11.99
· 14 VINE ST, EVESHAM
As you would imagine, last month was a very busy month for the Church.
· 14 GRAHAM RD, MALVERN
Jane & Joe Rudge
Galton Arms, Himbleton
01905 391672
· 15 BRIDGE ST, PERSHORE
The Crowle Singers held a concert in the church which, as always, was
exceptionally good.
The Christingle was held a day later with the church being full for the service.
We managed to raise just over £100 towards the Children’s Society. Thank you
to all the children who kindly donated money. The children stood down the aisle
lit candles and sung Away in the Manager. It was a lovely sight to behold.
The other carol services were held and really well attended so thank you for
supporting your local church it is really appreciated. Crowle First School also
held the Open the Book in the church on the school’s final day of term. There
were some epic jumpers on show.
This year we are cracking on with the new kitchen and toilet facility and also we
will be raising funds for part of the church roof which is in need of repair.
Towards the end of last year the church held the funerals for Mr & Mrs Dyson,
Mrs Poole. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families and friends.
The Church is open every day, so you are more than welcome to come to
Crowle Church at anytime during the day to enjoy the Peace of the Lord.
The services for this month are as follows:
· 34 HIGH ST, TEWKESBURY
· Also at KENTS, 4 CORNMARKET, WORCESTER
www.Ecologicwindows.co.uk
Fred Doodey in Crowle for:
Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient
Windows & Doors,
Soffit and Fascia's, Flat roofs
replaced. Misted units.
No nonsense advice given.
Tel: 07904 616702 or 01905 676333
rook Garden
s
Bowb
Imaginative high-quality landscaping
Patios & garden walls, ponds & water features
Swimming pools & ponds fibre-glassed
Also pond & patio cleaning
Fencing & hedge-cutting
Local, friendly service. References available
Call Glenn 01905 380128
Mobile 07792613020
SERVICES FOR JANUARY
Sunday
3rd January
10 am
Holy Communion - David Morris
Thursday
7th January
10 am
Holy Communion - David Morris
Sunday
10th January
10 am
All Age Service - Margaret Mandell
Sunday
17th January
8:30 pm
Saturday
23rd January
10 am
Morning Service - Margaret Farquhar
Saturday
30th January
10.30 am
Bowbrook Group Service Oddingley
Holy Communion -David Morris
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Contact your local solicitor
Stuart Bailey
for the following legal services:
- moving house
- will writing
- probate
Daytime on 01905 676676 or evening on 381532
Mark Bryant Design
"Let the exciting ideas for your home become
reality by contacting award winning architect, Mark
Bryant for free initial advice & consultation"
Competitively priced fees for:
●Drawings& Specifications
●Planning
●Listed Building
●Conservation Area
●Building Regulations
11 Froxmere Road, Crowle, Worcestershire
t: 07572 019631 e: [email protected]
Marina Cottage, Devon
Uninterrupted views of the River Dart
and Dartmouth from our beautiful
holiday cottage. Sleeps 7.
Pictures and information at
www.marinacottage.co.uk
email Boyd or Sally for prices
[email protected]
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W W W. B R I C K A N D B OW E R L A N D S C A P E S . C O. U K
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Parish Hall Bookings
The Parish Hall Trustees are pleased to announce that a Bookings Secretary
replacement has been found for Rob Skinner when he retires on 31st December 2015
after 13 years of excellent service.
The new contact will be Mrs Samantha (Sam) Paul of Pear Tree Way, Crowle.
Sam can be contacted on the dedicated number, 07498 555463. We have also devised
a dedicated e-mail address for bookings enquiries which is [email protected].
Mrs Tanya Prescott of Holt Close will act as her deputy when Sam is unavailable and she
too will be available on the same telephone number when she is deputising.
ELECTRICIAN IN THE VILLAGE
SPANISH
TUITION
Dickenson Electrical Services
ELECSA REGISTERED & CHECKATRADE APPROVED
Over 100 customer reviews – 9.9/10
www.checkatrade.com/dickensonelectricalservices
W: 01905 381260 M: 07979 036 464
One-to-One or Group Tuition.
From Beginners to Students preparing for Exams
Tutor with Spanish Degree Qualification
Translation service for business clients
Contact Steve Carey on 01905 381670
Heritage Oak Restoration
Timber Frame Restoration Specialist
Bespoke Carpentry & Joinery
Restoration Builders
www.heritageoakrestoration.co.uk
[email protected]
Parish Hall Car Park Gate Access
In the forthcoming future, it may not be possible to unlock the main gates to the Parish
Hall Car Park as early as normal especially during school holidays, bank holidays and at
weekends. (When Pre-School is not in operation).
Tel: 01905 345336
Mob: 07968 317347
Restoring English Heritage To Its Original Historic Beauty
Town & Country
Private Hire & Driving Services
For this reason, early users may find that sometimes, a combination lock has replaced
the padlock normally used. Until a Caretaker can be employed, the combination to this
lock will be available from the Chairman at ([email protected]). Brian will
maintain a block e-mail address of a database of people who may find this useful.
Prompt and reliable
Local transport to all airports
Social travel, short or long journeys,
transport to corporate & sporting events,
wedding car available, business travel,
seaports and rail stations
Driver-only Service
Fully Licensed and CRB-checked Drivers
Chauffeur vehicle available
01386 550647 / 07910 361707 / 07905 406686
e-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.tcexecutivetravel.co.uk
Regular User Group contacts will automatically be informed. In addition, there may be
occasions when such groups who already have a hall alarm code, will be asked to let
themselves in via a key accessed by a key safe which has been mounted in the porch,
just to the right of the door. This method will also facilitate them securing the hall
afterwards. If that is necessary, instructions will be given.
The gate combination code number will be frequently changed so if you wish to be
regularly notified of the number and changes, please e-mail Brian as above or telephone
him on 381230. The trustees apologise for causing any inconvenience in having to make
these arrangements.
www.librafitness.co.uk
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www.countyosteopaths.co.uk
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Crowle WI 2016
2016 promises to be an exciting year. As usual we will be meeting on the first
Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm in Crowle Parish Hall. These are the
speakers and events we have planned for the year. Other activities are
planned as and when we're inspired!
6th Jan - Bredon Hill - its archaeology and history with Deborah Overton
3rd Feb - The life and times of a Jester with Roger Pugh
2nd March - The Victory Harvest - feeding the nation from 1940-45 with Ron
Gallivan
6th April - Spetchley and the Berkley family with Michael Hardwick
4th May - Annual Meeting, Resolutions and Entertainment
1st June - A trip out somewhere yet to be decided
6th July - Pershore High School's link with a Zambian school - Jon Knight
and students
3rd August - Summer Meal
7th Sept - Flowers for the home with our own Maggie Pearce
5th Oct - Running hot and Cold - Doug Richards recalls tales of his runs for
charity
Crowle Over 60’s
On Tuesday 14th December 26 members met at the Wagon Wheel Grimley, for
a Christmas meal. After a sherry/juice aperitif we then enjoyed our chosen
meals. The staff at the Wagon Wheel were very attentive and and served us
very well.
There is no meeting in January.
2nd Nov - Silver Jewellery Making - Karen Van Hoff tells how she KNITS
silver jewellery
7th Dec - Christmas Party
Why not be a visitor for a night and decide then if you would like to join. £1
is all we charge each month and that includes a raffle ticket, tea and a piece
of cake!
Our next meeting will be on February 16th for the Annual General Meeting.
We are looking to recruit new members - you don't have to be over 60! - so
perhaps you could come along in February and meet us.
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