Page 6 - Town & Around - April 2022

6 Town & Around April 2022 Tel: 01485 540620 email: editor@townandaround.net
A helping hand from the Martin Folkes Lodge to the Men’s Shed

t the annual meeting of the Martin Folkes Lodge Benevolent
Fund Committee a request from Hunstanton and District
AMen’s Shed for funding towards the cost of installing a hot
water system at their new home at Glebe House School was agreed.
The members of the Men’s Shed whose ages range from 22 to 80 are
working on the building to provide areas for practical workshops and a
social area for members to relax, chat and socialise.
Charity Steward Martin Folkes Lodge, Peter Irons said: “We con-
sidered this to be a worthy cause because of the opportunity that it will
provided for friendship and camaraderie to individuals now and in the
future.”
The Hunstanton Men's Shed is a local branch of a worldwide organ-
isation started originally in Australia, there are now over 500 in the UK.
Men’s Sheds are community groups for men to socialise and enjoy tak-
ing part in practical activities. They have been shown to have great ben-
efits to health and mental wellbeing, helping in reducing loneliness and
social isolation. They are open to all , but are generally aimed at retired
men.
The Benevolent Fund Committee has made 14 donations to local
charities and good causes in the Hunstanton area totalling £4400. The A cheque for £300 was presented by the Worshipful Master of the
monies were raised by members individual donations and social func- Lodge, W.Bro. John-Henry Roper to Martin Turner Secretary of The
tions throughout the Masonic year. Hunstanton and District Men's Shed on 17th March.
Glebe House School’s Pantastic team

rehearsals.
“It is a real team effort and the children are a delight to work with.”

antastic is a musical based on Peter Pan that has been adapted for
schools written by Tom Kirkham and Matthew Crossey and The Glebe House School Head, Louis Taylor said: "We are delighted
Pbased on the play by J M Barrie. to put on this musical, the first of its kind since Covid disrupted the
The rib-tickling script remains true to the charming spirit of the usual drama and music events that as a school we love to put on.
book, but ensures that there are named parts and plenty of opportunities “We are indebted to all of the people who have made this happen
for a young and energetic cast. and I am excited to watch the performances. I know that the children
Glebe House School’s years 6,7 and 8 are involved in the production will have gained so much from the whole experience."
with Scarlett Hallard as Peter Pan, Wendy by Molly Mulligan and Reserve your seat by calling the school office on 01485 532809.
Captain Hook by Giovanni Giubileo. Orla Haslam takes on the the
Stage Manager’ job. There are four performances - Wednesday 20th
and Thursday 21st April at 4pm and 6.30pm.
The Director Lucy Hawkins takes up the story: “Having only
auditioned in January, we have been on a very tight to a schedule and
I needed to branch out for some support with scenery/props etc.
“I approached the Hunstanton Men’s Shed who are situated at Glebe
and asked if they would be able to help and they have been absolutely
amazing! So friendly and always happy to help. The set and props that
they have produced are fabulous and include the ship’s wheel and the
window – an essential item as anyone who knows the story will
appreciate.
“It is a production put together by many hands: Lydia Snaith and
Alice Hipwell painted the set, Gina Veale the choreography, Matt
Hallard set up all the lights and sound is teaching the children how to
set and run it, and many parents and family have made and provided
props and costumes as well as transporting students to and from