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Bridge at the civic
Mechanics push for public awareness
On 23 January, 10am to 4pm,
Following the inclusion, in the December Link, of the two page newsletter from the volunta ry organisation bridge players will be competing
trying to save Swindon's Mechanics Institute, a display has been mounted on the upper level of the Brunel for the Charity Cup - and a tea
Shopping Centre describing in pictures the glory days of the past, the present dereliction and the hopes there party with the Mayor in his parlour.
are for the future. The tournament will be played
The New Mechanics Institute Trust are applying for lotte ry funding to buy the building and turn it into a under the Chicago System and
community, a rts and media centre for the town. there is a minimum entry fee of £5
per person. All proceeds will go to
S ,I7 the Mayor's Helping Hand Fund.
For details call Phil Rashid on
872803.
Poetry Evening
DISCO FOR ALL OCCASIONS The Butchers Arms, Greatfield
Light & sound spectacular Wednesday 27 January, 8pm.
at very competitive prices Free entrance.
Everyone welcome to relax,
Music from 60's, 70's, 80's & 90's
listen or read poems.
LET US MAKE YOUR The evening will be a
celebration of poetry and will
OCCASION SPECIAL
include live contributions from
Tel: 01793 878056 known local published poets.
New Mechanics member Ma rtha Parry with Ian Moore, vice chair of For more information, call
Mobile 0378 454367 or 0795 764448
Swindon Pegasus Brass. He used to rehearse with the British Rail Staff David Pike, on 875941 or
Weddings, birthdays, children's parties Association Band in the Institute before it closed in 1986 e-mail [email protected]
and any social events catered for
?its Comtr
WHY STRUGGLE WITH HEAVY
CANS & BULKY BAGS? New delivery service makes life easier for pet owners
LET "NY.
DO THE WORK? The struggle with weighty bags of pet food can be a thing of the past, thanks to a new se rvice for
Top pet food delivered free to your door pet owners launched at the end of October.
3 Full Range of Complete Dog Food Wendy and Roy Rudkin of Westlea have taken on Trophy produces their own quality range of pet
3 Complete Cat Foods 3 Puppy Food a franchise from Trophy International Animal Prod- foods at competitive prices - free samples and trial
3 Rabbit & Bird Food ucts. They will deliver top quality British foods and size bags are available. However, Wendy and Roy
3 Dry Mixers 3 Cat Litter supplies free to your door, seven days a week can also deliver other brands. They even offer advice
and much more available including evenings. Cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea on nutritional and special needs as part of their
pigs, parrots and other birds are all catered for. service, with expertback up from a customer helpline.
at competitive prices
Wendy stresses that theirs is a personal and indi- As well as food, they will deliver hay, straw and
For information and free sample,
vidual service. "We are really looking forward to woodshavings, worming and flea control products,
contact your local agent:
getting to know customers and their pets. Already treats and accessories. Pet insurance on easy pay-
Wendy & Roy Rudkin.
I am finding that some customers' dogs recognise ment terms can be arranged through them.
Tel: 01793 873021
me and get excited when I deliver their supplies." Wendy and Roy can be contacted on 873021.
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