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Hayling Herald Arts
Island artists to star in arts
extravaganza along the coast
By Kate L’Amie
HAYLING artists will be joining creators at a
nearby arts trail.
This spring, Emsworth Arts Trail returns with
90 artists, and as usual, over the weekends of
April 27th to 28th and May 4th, 5th and 6th.
The Hayling artists taking part this year include
Lizzie Cornelius (I can see the sea), Nicki Brooks,
Clare Gosling and Caroline Swettenham.
The trail is a hub of independent creativity,
with a close-knit artistic community from the
local area sharing their passion with visitors from
far and wide.
Originally started with just a handful of artists,
the trail has grown and established a reputation
as an exciting day out for art lovers and casual
visitors.
There are several artists new to the trail this
year; and a huge variety of art – from sculpture,
painting and printmaking, to textiles, woodwork,
jewellery glass and more, with prices to suit all
pockets.
Lizzie Cornelius of I can see the sea
Visiting artist studios offers a unique insight
and an opportunity to chat about techniques and
inspirations in a relaxed setting.
With artists collaborating in group exhibitions,
in community centres, pop-up galleries and
secret gardens, there is creativity to discover in
every corner of the town.
All venues on the Emsworth Arts Trail are
within a mile of the village centre, making it a
compact and navigable day out.
Many visitors choose to make a family day of
it – walking, cycling or scooting guided by the
maps in the trail guide.
There is an array of cafes, restaurants and pubs
for those all-important refreshment stops whether a leisurely lunch or a quick coffee.
Pick up a trail guide and plan a journey of
creative discovery, stopping to take in the iconic
views towards Hayling Island and harbour scenery as you wander from venue to venue.
Visit the website to find out more about the artists, and pick up a trail guide in shops throughout Emsworth from the beginning of April.
n Go to emsworthartstrail.org.uk, instagram.
com/emsworthartstrail23 or facebook.com/
emsworthartstrail
Young @ Heart A Little Ditty by Jane Doel Learn to play mah jong
By Anne Whittall
WHY don’t you come and join us
at the Young @ Heart Club?
We meet fortnightly on
Wednesday afternoons from 2pm
until 4pm at the United Reform
Church in Mengham.
We are a friendly group, who
like to learn new skills, games or
activities, so why don’t you come
along and join us for a chat and a
nice cup of tea!
During the month of May
we are also off on a little trip to
Haskins Garden Centre. It would
be lovely to see you if you can
spare the time.
We will be meeting on May 1st,
May 15th, May 29th, June 12th,
June 26, July 10th and July 24th.
Please contact June 02392
464551 or Anne on 02392
462665.
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Dear Herald readers,
I have written many ditties over the years, mainly while
sitting in my beach hut. This one made me friends smile.
‘Just two months to go
‘Then I get my State Pension
Counting the days
‘With too many wrinkles to mention!
‘It’s already spent
‘On things long awaited
‘Ten times over, at least
‘At prices inflated!
‘My bus pass will find me
‘Venturing afield
‘What exciting adventures
‘Such freedom will yield!
‘As I glance in the mirror
‘At the highlights of grey
‘I think myself lucky
‘Brunette still wins the day!’
By Russell McKerracher
MAH Jong started in China many centuries ago.
It is a game played without partners but with tiles,
rather like dominoes.
It seems to me that as each country developed the
game they changed the rules. So there are many ways to
play.
We play at Hayling Island Community Centre every
Thursday afternoon from 1.30pm until 4pm.
The cost is £3 which includes tea/ coffee and a biscuit.
If you do not know how to play, I will teach you.
For more information contact me on 02392 463437 or
email russellmckerracher@icloud.com