Farewell Simon Emmerson

Broadwindsor’s Comrades Hall was full to capacity on Thursday afternoon as family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of Simon Emmerson who died peacefully on 13th March 2023.

The ceremony at Yeovil crematorium had been full to capacity also. Led by Celebrant Philip Carr-Gomm, the Order of Ceremony was full of beautiful words and music:

Entry Music
Peace, Love and Harmonium from Synaethesia,
Lush Fresh Handmade Sound
Words Of Welcome
Valerie Etienne singing Release.
Eulogy
Paul Emmerson
Ted Emmerson
Jackie Oates singing Lark in the Morning
Eulogy
Adrian Matthews
Johnny Kalsi
N’faly Kouyate plays the kora
Eulogy
Mark Constantine
Child Among the Weeds by Lal & Mike Waterson
Closing Words & Farewell
Time for Man to go Home sung by Forest School Camps.

After an exceptional and moving ceremony, family and friends gathered at the Comrades Hall. Simon’s brother Paul invited those present to share their stories of their encounters with Simon… Without any hesitation, Simon’s mother, Marcia Last – now in her 90’s – was the first to speak and we thank Marcia and the family for their permission to share this amateur recording…

Paul also gave credit and thanks to Simon’s Obituary, published in The Guardian newspaper – Click HERE.

Throughout the afternoon celebrations continued and a video montage played on the big screen with much memorabilia, predominately shared by Karen, on tables around the Hall. This included an exclusive book of photographs taken by local resident and photographer, Jamie Dawson which he had published in time to gift Simon shortly before he died.
(Please note: all images below are copyrighted to James Dawson.)

Again with kind permission from Karen and the rest of Simon’s family, please enjoy this amateur recording by Peter Roe of the Imagined Village‘s encore! performance, joined by Billy Bragg, at the Electric Palace, Bridport last summer…

Yesterday, the Afro Celt Sound System stated on social media, “Thank you Simon for leaving us with the immense magic and wisdom of your music. The New Album OVA (short for Ovate) and the Afro Celt Symbol) will be a continuation of the gift you have left us. We will tour and gig with you and Jo guiding us all the way. We love you and we miss you dearly.”

Donations in Simon’s name for Weldmar Hospicecare may be given HERE.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Karen, Josie, Ted and all the family at this very sad time

We all thank you Simon! Journey on…

Simon Daniel Emmerson, 12.03.1956 – 13.03.2023

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Full Moon – Tuesday, 7th March

Today’s Full Moon at 12.40pm is known mainly by the Farmers’ Almanac as the Worm Moon, referring to the earthworms that appear as the soil warms in spring, inviting robins and other birds to feed. Europeans may know March’s Full Moon as the Lenten Moon, according to NASA, after the Christian period of fasting before Easter, which coincides with this period in the lunar cycle.

There are other names for this particular Full Moon all of which herald the transition from Winter into Spring. Such names include:

Crow Comes Back Moon.
Sugar Moon – marking the time of year when the sap of sugar maples trees starts to flow.
Wind Strong Moon – referring to the strong windy days that come at this time of year.
The Sore Eyes Moon – from North Dakota where the blinding rays of sunlight reflect off the melting snow of late winter.

Traditionally, each Full Moon name was applied to the entire lunar month in which it occurred, not only to the Full Moon.

For Hindus, this March’s Full Moon marks the festival of Holi, a celebration of the love of the god Radha Krishna and the triumph of good over evil. During Holi, revellers light bonfires and douse each other with colourful powders or dyed water.

For many Buddhists, March’s Full Moon is the Full Moon of the third lunar month, the time of the festival Māgha Pūjā in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Sri Lanka. This festival celebrates an ancient gathering of disciples with Buddha.

It’s a period of new beginnings. Look for the spectacularly bright Moon as it rises above the horizon this evening! Planets Venus and Jupiter, will continue to dominate the western sky.

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New Tuesday Morning Classes With Leon Lord

Village resident Leon Lord is known to the many men and women who attend his classes – all will have noticed the increase in popularity, so much so Leon is introducing 3 new classes – all taking place on a Tuesday morning in the Lewesdon room, upstairs at the Comrades Hall.

Promptly at 9am: Low Impact Hiit –
20 minutes of high intensity interval training. No jumping, running or stamping. Suitable for all. £4/session
9.30am – 10.30am: Pilates –
1 hour of mat work to improve your back mobility, body & core strength. £8.50/session
10.45am – 12noon: Hatha Yoga –
75 minutes of Yoga involving Pranayame – Breathwork. Asana – Postures to stretch & strengthen and Yoga Nidra – Meditation & Relaxation. £8.50/session

To book, make further enquiries or contact Leon:

To Book: Click HERE
Phone or text: 07860 870 790
Email: breathfulmind@gmail.com

For many years, Leon has instructed Pilates, Qigong, Wing Chun Kung Fu, Personal Fitness, Women’s Self Defence & Yin Yoga classes in the village and surrounding areas. To learn more, please visit his website – https://westdorsetfitnessandwellbeing.com.

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Souper Friday At The Comrades Hall, 12 Noon

From 12 noon… today’s soup choice includes a delicious carrot & coriander made and donated by a village resident:)

Provided by Broadwindsor Fun Group and free of any charge, anyone and everyone is welcome to come in and receive a bowl of hot soup with bread and/or a tea or coffee with biscuits.

Take time out for yourself or simply enjoy a much needed warm bowl of soup with some company.

Please share this information! Not everyone accesses the internet or social media…. Tell other villagers who may be elderly or alone. Tell the young Mums who repeatedly skip their meals. Tell the person you see wander around the village with their dog every day. Everyone is welcome 🙂

Stay Warm! Thank You!

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Free Film Series: ‘The Chosen’ Starts 2pm Sunday, 5th February

The first-ever multi-season series about the life of Christ and the highest crowd-funded media project of all time, this first series of 4 episodes will run through on the following Sunday afternoons at The Comrades Hall:
Feb 5th 2023 – Feb 12th 2023 – Feb 19th 2023 – Feb 26th 2023.

Entry is FREE

All are welcome. Please note it does contain some violence.
Suitable for age 8/9+
Starting at 2pm, tea, coffee and cakes will be available.

Come and see what they saw…

“A charismatic fisherman struggling with debt. A troubled woman wrestling with demons. A gifted accountant ostracized from his family and people.
In this ground-breaking first season of The Chosen see how Jesus reaches each of these and more as He works His first miracles and embarks on His ministry to change the world. See Him through the eyes of those who knew Him“.

IMDb RATING 9.3/10

Rotten Tomatoes Review: “The Chosen is by far the best drama that is on right now. Season 1 and 2 are so heartwarming and touching. It is funny and poignant”.

For more information about this FREE film series please contact:

Camille Newall on 01308 867759 or
Stella Waterhouse on 01308 868802

Note: Parking available at the Comrades Hall or near the school.

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Broadwindsor Fun Day To Be Held In June

Questionnaire update from Chairman of Broadwindsor Fun Group, Adrian Gray:

Earlier this month. the Fun Group hand delivered questionnaires to every house in Broadwindsor and Hursey plus a few to the wider community.

The purpose being to assess the community’s thoughts on holding events this year and to seek support in the administration of these. Indeed the group has had a great deal of success over the last few years bringing together various individuals and village groups to ensure that things are inclusive and community based.

I have now personally read every reply and would like to express my and the Fun Group’s gratitude to those who have taken the time to complete and return the forms. If anyone has not returned their form, you can drop it off at the shop so that their thoughts can be added to the mix. Whilst those received already are now undergoing further assessment, it is noted that several people have made great suggestions and a few offered to help at any event held. Indeed the positive nature of the replies is very appreciated. One person felt it appropriate use this platform to make a personal attack on me and the Fun Group. This individual also failed to make any constructive suggestions and lacked any moral courage by choosing to not say who they were. I would appeal to this person to make contact with me so that their grievances can be identified, discussed and hopefully a positive way forward be formulated. Their comments are at odds with other returns but should still be valued and considered.

We are still looking for more people to work with and possibly on, the planning team for events. The current four people simply cannot bear the load alone.

Finally the headline finding is that people do not support an event in the village to celebrate the Coronation and favour an event in June. This is not to say that the Parish Council or another group may well run an event. We also need to consider some of the new suggestions made by some but again we need people to join the planning team.

Given the positive nature of the questionnaire returns, together with the lovely comments made personally to me and others I would suggest that the village is far from fractured as some may suggest. I optimistically look forward to more people coming on board.

Adrian Gray
Chair BFG

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Over 60’s Meeting – Thursday, 26th January At 2.15pm

Tomorrow, Thursday 26th the Over 60’s Group are having their first meeting of the year at 2.15pm in The Comrades Hall.

Always with a tea or coffee, the group frequently invite a speaker of interest and in the summer, enjoy coach trips out.

Chair, Annette Nunn commented “Look forward to seeing you all. New members are always welcome.“.

“It’s not about age, it’s about attitude” – Twiggy

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Snowman Drive – Saturday, 11th February, 6pm

Blackdown Village Hall are hosting a Snowman Drive – just like a beetle drive except you’re drawing a snowman like the one shown! Great family fun.

Get there for 6pm ready for a 6.30pm kick off 🙂

Tickets, which includes a delicious pudding :

£6 Adult
£4 Child
£18 Family

Tickets & further information from:

Philip: 01460 30661/30517 or 07980 864169
Evelyn: 01460 30964 or 07531 080100

All Welcome!

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Take Time For Your Body & Wellbeing This Year

Make your Self the priority and take time for you this year!

Pilates: A series of exercises designed to strengthen, condition and mobilize (increase flexibility) the whole body, with emphasis given to the core and back muscles. Pilates has been proven to have a positive effect on specific back ailments.

Yin Yoga: Using active stretching to lengthen and improve muscular elasticity, Yin Yoga consists of a series of passive floor postures that you will hold for up to 5 minutes and sometimes longer with the use of breath and mindful connection.

All classes take place in the Lewesdon room, upstairs in the Comrades Hall.

Pilates:

Wednesdays at 6pm
Saturdays at 9am

Yin Yoga:

Saturdays at 10.30am

Although you can just turn up for any session, instructor & village resident Leon Lord does prefer it if everyone books using his booking system which can be found HERE.

For many years, Leon has instructed Pilates, Qigong, Wing Chun Kung Fu, Personal Fitness & Women’s Self Defence classes in the village and surrounding areas. To learn more, please visit his website – https://westdorsetfitnessandwellbeing.com.

To make further enquiries or contact Leon:

Phone or text: 07860 870 790
Email: breathfulmind@gmail.com
To Book: Click HERE

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Souper Friday Warm Space Continues Into February

Broadwindsor Fun Group have been operating a Warm Space offering free homemade soup, teas and coffees at the Comrades Hall on Friday afternoons from midday throughout January. This has been so appreciated by those who have come along, the Fun Group have decided to extend their commitment and continue into February 🙂

Souper Friday Warm Space will continue this Friday and on Friday, 3rd, 10th & 17th February.
Thursday Lent Lunches begin at the Comrades Hall on 23rd February.

BFG cover the cost of the hire of the hall & 4 members voluntarily commit their time. All bread, soup, jam and butter is donated by lovely village residents & local businesses.
Any donations made go directly to the Post Office Users Group.

Meet people, have a chat, get some delicious warm soup in your belly this Friday, 27th at midday when one of our village residents is celebrating his 91st birthday! 🙂

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We all thank you Simon! Journey on…

Simon Daniel Emmerson, 12.03.1956 – 13.03.2023

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