Hungerford Arcade An audience with Channel 4's Jon Snow

Hungerford Arcade Jo May and the Spoon for Dotty Day

What a great day it was on Saturday at Hungerford Arcade.  The door burst open and in came this bright, bubbly, fun lady, professional percussionist, Jo May.  Jo came to the Arcade to play the spoons and do workshops for all those wanting to take part.  After setting herself up, there was no shortage of people wanting to have a go and even do a duet with Jo.  First up was Arcade manager, Alex Rogers, closely followed by stallholder, Ian Spuffard.  Ian, Jo and another gentleman wore top hats which all added to the fun. Next up was stallholder, Ann Parker and I must say, they were all very good.  Jo played the spoons almost non-stop from when she arrived just before 1.00 pm to 6.00 pm. 

The story behind this event is, in Jo's words, " I'll be doing a spoon-playing fundraiser throughout February 2015 for Dorothy House Hospice in support of my sister Karen who was diagnosed with secondary cancer two years ago".  Hence the name, 'Spoon for Dotty'.  The customers and the staff thoroughly enjoyed the whole afternoon and Jo collected over £130 towards her goal of reaching £1000 by the end of February.

You can follow Jo on the following links
Rita
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFR79e_WMUE
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWTBJf9zLc0
www.facebook.com/JoMayPercussion

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Hungerford Arcade - Farewell Paddy

HUNGERFORD ARCADE

24/4/1928 – 6/2/2015

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of  our very dear friend, Paddy (Patricia Joan May Porter).  Paddy has been a stallholder here at the Arcade for over 30 years and will be sadly missed.

We send our sincere condolences to Paddy’s family and friends.  Our thoughts are with them at this very sad time.

Funeral taking place at St Mark’s Church, Coldash at 12.30 p.m, Thursday, 19^th February 2015

Family flowers only.  Donations to The Newbury & District Cancer Care Trust.

Adrian, Hazel, Managers, Staff and Stallholders

Hungerford Arcade: Birthday Brooches

Happy birthday to Mrs Harman from Swindon!  Not only has she been put up in Littlecote House Hotel for two days by her lovely husband to celebrate her 80th birthday - he topped it off by buying her these two fantastic Lea Stein brooches to remind her of a brooch she once lost.  She was overjoyed with her presents.  

Happy Birthday from everyone at the Arcade!

Alex

  

Hungerford Arcade Deb's Candle Cups

We are very fortunate here at Hungerford Arcade because our customers love to talk to us and tell us why they are buying certain items and what they intend doing with them.  Today a lovely lady, Debbie Turner came into the Arcade and was buying all types of china.  There were cups and saucers, vases, small pots, an assortment of all shapes and sizes. Debbie said she buys this type of china to put candles in so that she can sell them for a charity close to her heart, the Camberley Cats Protection 

Rita and Debbie

League.  Debbie is a very busy lady working at the Gordon House Veterinary practice in Blackwater, Camberley as the Feline Behaviour Advisor for Blackwater Valley Vets.  With such a busy work load, she has still found the time to come all the way to Hungerford to fulfill her mission, once again at the Arcade.  It was lovely to meet you Debbie and good luck with your wonderful candles helping the beautiful cats.
Rita 

Hungerford Arcade: Busking Piano

You don't see many buskers on the streets of Hungerford, but when they do show up, they do it in style!  I noticed Tim Valentine through the window of the Arcade, unloading a huge shipping case from his car.  I had no idea what was going to come out of it.  As it unfolded, a stool appeared.  Then an umbrella went up!  But soon it all became clear.

It turns out that Tim is a travelling pianist and what he brought to Hungerford was his famous Busking Piano which he has adapted for playing almost anywhere, in all weather conditions.  From local streets to grand halls, Tim has played all around the world and it was a real pleasure to hear him play some classics outside the Arcade.  Come back soon Tim!

Check out his website at www.timvalentine.co.uk 

Alex

Hungerford Arcade Spoon for Dotty

We are very proud to welcome to Hungerford Arcade on Saturday, 7th February Jo May.  Jo will doing a spoon playing and workshop fundraiser raising money for Dorothy House Hospice near Bath, in support of her sister who was diagnosed with secondary cancer a couple of years ago.  It's called Spoon for Dotty.  Every day in February, Jo will be going to a different kitchen or cutlery-related venue, raiding cutlery drawers, trying out different spoons. Jo was so excited when she saw Unit 10 here at the Arcade, owned by Barbro Rees who specialises in cutlery.  She fell in love with it when she saw the wonderful spoons in there.

You can find out more about Spoon for Dotty and Jo on the following links:

www.justgiving.com/spoonfordotty/

www.jomaypercussion.co.uk/

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=g_x8PyHHaU4

Do come along and give Jo a huge welcome here at Hungerford Arcade this Saturday, 7th February from 1.00 pm to 6.00 pm. Hopefully, later on in the afternoon, Jo may be accompanied by guitarist, Matt Sullivan.

Rita

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