{"id":20873,"date":"2026-04-03T10:27:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T09:27:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/littlechester.org.uk\/?p=20873"},"modified":"2026-04-03T10:27:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T09:27:57","slug":"april-and-march-2026-newsletters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/littlechester.org.uk\/?p=20873","title":{"rendered":"April and March 2026 Newsletters"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Here are the electronic versions of the March and April 2026 newsletters (apologies for not posting the March one sooner!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-file\"><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-cea36d05-6a1f-4193-a4b2-d17d915c645b\" href=\"https:\/\/littlechester.org.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2026_04-Newsletter.pdf\">April 2026 Newsletter<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/littlechester.org.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2026_04-Newsletter.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" download aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-cea36d05-6a1f-4193-a4b2-d17d915c645b\">Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-file\"><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-89a6f834-5bef-4a9b-bcd1-261c799a5b43\" href=\"https:\/\/littlechester.org.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2026_03-Newsletter.pdf\">March 2026 Newsletter<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/littlechester.org.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2026_03-Newsletter.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" download aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-89a6f834-5bef-4a9b-bcd1-261c799a5b43\">Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a summary of the April version for screen readers etc. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chester Green Well Dressing<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Community members of all ages are invited to help make the annual well dressings, working together or collecting materials to work from home. The exhibition will include a blessing by James the Vicar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> The event runs from June 2nd to June 15th. The Well Dressing Group is meeting from June 2nd to June 5th.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Marcus Street well, with some smaller pieces transported to the Vicarage Garden on Saturday, June 6th.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Spring Craft and Food Fair<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This highlight of the year features over 30 stalls selling unique, handcrafted products like jewelry, bakes, fragrances, and pet products. Attendees can enjoy a tombola, grab refreshments from the kitchen (including pasties and Pimm&#8217;s), and relax while shopping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, May 9th.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Chester Green Community Centre.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Admission is FREE, but attendees are encouraged to bring cash as well as cards for payments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>General Knowledge Quiz Night<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Following a packed music quiz in February, this general knowledge quiz is set by Phil Teague. Attendees can grab a table, get drinks from the bar, and compete for a prize awarded to each person on the winning team.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Friday, April 24th.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> Doors open at 7:00 pm for a 7:30 pm start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost:<\/strong> \u00a33 per team member (teams of no more than 5 people).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Picnic on the Green<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An annual community event where hundreds of people gather to enjoy live music, a dance display, a fire eater, face painting, games, and ice creams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Sunday, July 12th.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> Afternoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> The Green.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Grate Cheese Quest (Mikron Theatre Show)<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A hilarious theater performance about Monks from an Abbey seeking to resurrect their traditional Wensleydale cheese, featuring ghosts, drama, and musical numbers. This is a BSL-interpreted performance where attendees can bring a picnic, and refreshments will be available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> May 31st.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Chester Green Community Centre.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost:<\/strong> No tickets are required; a &#8220;pay what you feel&#8221; collection will be taken after the show.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Easter Services at St Paul&#8217;s Church<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The local church is hosting Easter services, including quiet reflection, building an Easter Garden to hear the Easter story, and celebrating Jesus&#8217; Resurrection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> St Paul&#8217;s Church.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good Friday Details:<\/strong> 1:00 pm &#8220;Hour at the Cross&#8221; service and a 3:00 pm Easter Garden service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easter Sunday Details:<\/strong> 10:00 am Holy Communion service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Little Chester History Group Meeting<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The group will be hosting a talk titled &#8220;The National Forest,&#8221; presented by Gerald Price.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Thursday, April 16th.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> 7:30 pm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Community Centre.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chester Green Community Group Annual General Meeting<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A brief, one-hour meeting for residents to hear about the Community Centre&#8217;s management and financial position, and to suggest improvements. Attendees will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of wine, beer, lager, or a soft drink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Thursday, May 7th.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time:<\/strong> Starts at 7:00 pm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> The Centre.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are the electronic versions of the March and April 2026 newsletters (apologies for not posting the March one sooner!) 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