Category: Clubs and Societies

Andrew Wynne describes himself as being ‘in a pure state of creativity’. This is what he brought to the Kibworth Art Lovers’ November meeting. Through a series of slides, he shared his passion for a variety of forms of batik art. These originated in Indonesia, Africa, India and Japan. Andrew currently runs creative workshops, up and down the country, mainly with children in primary and secondary schools. These explore mosaics, African textiles, silk painting and various craft forms all with a cultural focus.  In the second part of our meeting, we were given the opportunity to watch an inspiring demonstration of some of the basic techniques which may easily be practised at home.

We held another very enjoyable quiz night on 10 November. Those who took part included representatives from Dementia UK (on behalf of Admiral Nurses) and Harborough Musical Memory Box. They received cheques totalling £2400 from our President, John Ruddock. Admiral Nurses provide support for dementia sufferers and their carers. The Musical Memory Box provides a social, therapeutic singing group for those experiencing memory problems or who feel lonely.

It was good to see so many of the uniformed  groups following the Band and attending the Remembrance Day service. Shame about the weather, but it did not diminish the turnout.

Wow what an amazing night we had! Thank you so much to everyone who came to our ‘Night at the Movies’ Concert on Saturday 25 November. It's safe to say it was a huge success and thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. We have had amazing feedback from all our friends and family as well as our own pride for being part of the wonderful KLC family. “It was a spectacular concert – our best yet!”  “So proud to be part of this wonderful choir.”  “Such a wonderful evening – I was so impressed by the choir and song choices – a fabulous start to Christmas!”

Over the last few weeks the band have been working hard on their chosen test piece for the LBBA contest on  Sunday 19 November. This is an own choice contest, which means that they have a free rein as to the piece of music they play. They have chosen Endeavour by a well known brass band conductor and composer, Philip Sparke. Held at Loughborough High School, the Band will be up against 11 other bands.

Scouts from Kibworth and across the Harborough District will be embarking on an international adventure in the summer of 2025. Our destination - Kandersteg International Scout Centre (KISC), 1200m above sea level in the Swiss Alps.

The running club have embraced the colder and wetter weather with enthusiasm, taking on many challenges and muddy runs.

Our English Men’s Champion Club Winners 2023 travelled over to Troia Golf Club in Portugal at the end of October to compete for the European Men’s Club Trophy.

On holiday recently with family at Portwrinkle, on the south coast of Cornwall, I saw a dolphin washed up on the beach. On closer inspection, I noticed strong string wound several times round its back fin and a wooden label on the string, but the address washed off.

On Thursday, 12 October 2023 we were joined by Bill Haley BEM who delivered a fascinating presentation of ‘Life on Board Britannia’. Bill served in the Royal Navy for 27 years; 7½ of those spent on the Royal Yacht Brittania which Bill explained was an absolutely fantastic experience.