A ‘FLIPPIN’ good time was had by all at Callington Methodist Church as the community came together for an “Intergenerational Flippin’ Marvellous Pancake Party” on Valentine’s Day.

Youngsters, grandparents and everyone in between packed into the church hall to enjoy stacks of sweet treats – all while raising money for a good cause.

Volunteers donated ingredients, whisk batter, flip pancakes and keep the drinks flowing. Others got stuck in serving, clearing tables and tackling the washing up, proving it really was a team effort from start to finish.

Alongside the tasty treats, a range of fun crafts and challenges kept guests entertained, adding an extra sprinkle of excitement to the afternoon, which raised £106.50 for Callington Foodbank.

THE musical evening held at Callington and St Ive Wesley Guild on February 16.

Was very much enjoyed, by the good number who attended. Chaired by John Ware, hymns accompanied by Rosalind Bunkum, duet sung by Keith and Kathryn Mutton, accompanied by Kathryn Bunkum, Alan Libby led on guitar, congregation singing and he sung a solo.

Jenny Coombe did a piano solo. Jill Rickard spoke on the journey of The Dominiques and Kathryn Mutton spoke on the journey of The AKM Trio. Steve Wherly played his Mandolin. A good variety of music, sung, played and spoken of.

The next Callington and St Ive Wesley Guild will take place on Monday, March 2, starting at 7.30pm. When the guest speaker will be Dale Wood, on bee keeping. At Callington Methodist Church, held in the Guild room.

All welcome.

MONDAYS weekly, morning prayer at 10am.

Sunday, March 1 - Evensong at 6.30pm.

SUNDAY, March 1 - All Age Service at 10am.

MAXINE Browne reports that a welcome was given to Jill Trew, county adviser, to the January meeting.

Every year the Women's Institute are presented by members with proposed resolutions for that year's campaign. There were five this year and this meeting was set aside to discuss them. It was thus a great help to have Jill's input for the discussions.

1. There should be accessible public toilets to promote dignity, health and social inclusion; 2. Action on women's homelessness; 3. Every child in care should have a volunteer independent adult visitor to befriend them on a regular basis; 4. WI members should work locally to improve access to local green spaces to improve physical and mental health; 5. Encouraging self checking for vulva cancer symptoms. After discussions, which were lively and inclusive, the members completed the individual voting form for onward transmission.

Any queries contact Carrie Marshall on 01579 363179.

MEMBERS of Marhamchurch WI welcomed Rosemary Lee who transported members from a dismal, wet and muddy Marhamchurch to the hot and verdant climes of Costa Rica.

Rosemary began with a potted history of Costa Rica. Once part of the Spanish empire but mostly ignored by Spain for its lack of gold or oil and its isolation Costa Rica became independent and founded as a country in its own right in 1838.

Costa Rica lies within the Pacific ring of fire where 75 per cent of the worlds volcanos are situated. Costa Rica itself has 112 volcanos, nine of which are considered active. It has two coasts, Caribbean and Pacific and two mountain ranges all of which contribute to its varied plant, animal and bird life. The country also protects 25 per cent of its land with a number of parks and reserves. These measures on tribute to the eco-tourism Costa Rica relies on for a large part of its economy.

Rosemary spent time visiting Costa Rica with guides able to show her plants animals and birds which she admitted she may not have seen wandering around on her own. A large part of the tour was on water and bags were transferred by wheel barrow form coach to boat. As well as treating the meeting to photos of locations, flora and fauna Rosemary had other pictures of the wildlife. There are 10,000 species of plants and trees, 200 different mammals and a wonderful 850 different birds some of which Rosemary magically brought to the meeting with brilliant, clear pictures.

Members thanked Rosemary for her visit. A great afternoon which helped members forget the world outside and embrace the lush country which is Costa Rica.

Next month’s meeting on Tuesday, March 10, at 2.30pm includes a talk from the local police. Visitors always welcome.

HOLSWORTHY Hamlets Flower Club welcomed Nancy Passmore to Bodmin Street School room in February with her demonstration “Spring is just around the corner.”

As flower arrangers, we are encouraged to use sustainable alternatives to floral foam for our designs. Nancy did exactly that for five of her six arrangements and the oasis that she did work with had been previously used. Jam jars, chicken wire, a moss covered wreath ring and a pot-et-fleur were all part of her presentation.

An array of spring flowers and foliage were utilised including some beautiful pink pussy willow, catkins, magnolia, contorted hazel, wax flower, forsythia, hellebores, ranunculus, daffodil bulbs, grape hyacinth bulbs, anemones, pinks, daphne and sarcococca. All the recepticals used were sustainably sourced and the lucky winners of the raffle were able to take them home for ease of transportation.

Sylvia Harris thanked Nancy for a brilliant evening and bringing something a little bit different to Holsworthy flower club.

The next next meeting on March 9 is an Easter workshop with Fiona Hammond.

THE Women on Wednesdays group enjoyed a highly entertaining evening recently.

It was with great pleasure that member, Christine Walters introduced comedian, singer and performance poet, Rob Barratt , at the February meeting of ‘Women on Wednesdays.’

Rob Barratt is a Dudley born, Cornwall-based performer, who is a member of Bodmin Folk club. In recent years, he has gained a well-deserved reputation for his witty and entertaining shows, both locally and more widely throughout the country. Rob’s performances have taken him as far afield as Australia . He writes and creates all his own material.

There was a packed house in the chapel social room at Coad’s Green where the audience was entertained for over an hour with poems, rhymes and anecdotes, some of which were set to music, encouraging participation. The humour was observational, the delivery warm and friendly and the use of words was very clever and ridiculously funny.

Rob has written three books of comic verse, ‘Men from Mars in Bumping Cars’, ‘Distressed’ and ‘Earwhacks’, as well as two children’s books.

Anne Parsons thanked Rob for a wonderful night of entertainment. She very cleverly did this in rhyme, which was a fitting way to conclude this very successful evening.

The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 11, at 7.30pm in the chapel social room when Mike Stephens will make a welcome return to talk on the subject of ‘Butterflies and Moths’.

THE WI welcomed five visitors this month, some who have recently moved to the village and are keen to meet the community.

Also in attendance was local councillor, Jim Gale. Pensilva WI have so far donated 10½lb of used stamps to CFWI – thanks went to those who continue to donate – all still happily received in the box at Millennium House.

Cornwall’s spring and summer traditions was the theme for the February speaker, Cornish Bard Kathy Wallis.

Her unique bardic name is Gwithyades Hengovyow, which translates to ‘Keeper of Traditions’. She has a range of previous experience and is now a storyteller, singer, author. Her belief that heritage is an integral part of who we are, was evident through her enthusiasm about our traditions. Deciding what marks the start of spring was her first question – could it be Imbolc (celebrated around February 1) or is it when each of the Magnolia trees in the six great gardens has 50 blooms? Further celebrations in Cornwall such as St Piran’s Day, the ‘Obby ‘Oss, Picarus night, Trevithick day and the Black Prince Flower Boat procession were explained and members were very interested in their history. The stealing of the Maypole in Lanreath and Pelynt along with the Hurling of the Silver Ball (a game with no rules!) amused us – definitely more comfortable to watch than partake. Other traditions are dolly dunking in West Penwith, the cuckoo feast in Towednack and Tansys Golowan – where midsummers eve bonfires are lit across the county. Kathy speaks Cornish and talked about the day she was made a Bard – even showing us the book that is a part of the Gorsedh ceremonies.

Many Cornish members were surprised at just how many traditions they were unaware of – but we are all keen to look out for some of these events and go along to celebrate!

Next meeting: Wednesday, March 11, 7.15pm. M2 catering will be doing a ‘Cooking with Chocolate’ demonstration. All are welcome to come along as visitor if anyone might be interested in joining.