VILLAGE HALL WAS SWINGIN'

A great night was had by young and old who came to the Village Hall on the 12 of this month.

The hall was full to bursting for the fantastic up & coming group “The Swing Commanders ".

Since they were originally booked they have become almost a stellar success and have even been engaged to play a series of gigs in the USA later this year.

The 6 piece group all of them very talented musicians played for us for well over a total of 2 hours, (including about 6 encores). The audience soon got into the swing and by the half time break many had already showed what a collection of superb dancers we have in the village.

Many of the audience came dressed in period gear, the period being post 2nd world war.

At the half way mark there was a quiz and a raffle, both well supported, and together with the profit from the ticket sales earned a very handsome £650 for the Hall charity. The general consensus was that it would be great if we could organize a similar night on a more regular basis. These occasions bring the village together and promote a great feeling of community, and make use of our greatest asset, the Hall. Any thoughts and ideas from others would be welcome. A special thanks to all who helped with the organisation of the event.

Stephen Hughes, Lower crow Trees.