Thursday 13 December 2012


CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS
LONDIS SHOP
  
17th 18th 19th DEC       7.30 – 13.30 hrs


20th through to 23rd DEC   10.00 – 13.00 hrs


24th through to 28th DEC       CLOSED


29th and 30th DEC       10.00 – 13.00 hrs


31st DEC and 1st Jan       CLOSED


2nd Jan through to 7th Jan    10.00 – 13.00 hrs

7th Jan onwards normal opening hours.



Tuesday 11 December 2012





VOLUNTEERS WANTED!


TWEENIES, JUNIOR & SENIOR

 YOUTH CLUBS

 

The kids love coming to Youth Club for ‘Time Out’, but it is essential we have enough adult help. The more people who help out the more the kids get out of it.
Do you have a skill to share, do you like baking, crafts or sports or just enjoy working with young people.
Parents will be expected to help out on a occasional basis, but we also need regular volunteers.

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

HOLIDAY TRIPS & ACTIVITIES

 

We always need volunteers to help out on trips or with sessions that we run from the centre during holidays.
This can be really good fun and very rewarding.

And Remember
DADS are always welcome!!

 There are opportunities for regular volunteers to receive training & even qualifications!

 
For more information contact:
Kat Bown - Community Worker
07766 602088


Tuesday 27 November 2012

  


Sports Pitches and Surrounding Areas – Are Out of Bounds



 
With immediate effect, the Sports Pitches and the immediate surrounding areas, including the pavilion, are Out of Bounds until further notice due to the water-logged ground.  This includes all sports and dog-walking.

Thursday 18 October 2012

Remembrance Parade – 9 Regiment AAC, Sunday 11 Nov 12

The Regiment will hold a Service of Remembrance in Hangar 2 at Dishforth Airfield on Sunday 11 Nov 12 commencing at 0930 hrs.  The Commanding Officer and Regimental Sergeant Major extend this invite to all families of service personnel based at Dishforth Airfield.  The Regiment has not held a Hanger service for a considerable time and this year’s service promises to be a good one.  Music will be provided by the Bedale Brass Band with the Dishforth Wives Choir assisting with the hymns.  Dress is to be appropriate for the occasion, after an Act of Remembrance at the Eagle, respective Messes will be open for lunch / drinks. 

Please come and support your other half by attending this most respectful event!

Friday 7 September 2012

Spa Day

ACADEMYSPA

 Spa Day
 Sat 15 Sep & Wed 19 Sep 2012

0915 Depart from the Community Centre returning for School collection times.  Contact the Welfare Office on (01423) 321617 to book your place.

The Package is the Academy ‘Time Out’ which includes
1x treatment (Approx 45 mins) use of the full facilities for the day including the pool.

Free for partners of those deployed, Spa Day open to all at a special discount price of £50, required upon booking.

The Academy Day Spa In Harrogate

The Academy Day Spa in Harrogate is a special place. A peaceful sanctuary created to provide a soothing escape from everyday life. Inside cares and stresses slip away and a sense of calm descends.

A tranquil oasis, a haven of luxury where mind, body and spirit can be refreshed, revitalised and restored. You are in the skilful care of therapists, trained in the techniques and principles of traditional therapies and modern ways. Expert hands and practiced minds induce a sense of wellbeing, inner and outer beauty. Every detail is given the closest attention, from the precise blend of aromas diffused in the air to the careful selection of the finest spa treatments and products that nature and science can offer. You are given our undivided attention. While you are here, we will make you feel like the most important person in the world.

Our holistic health and beauty treatments blend the very best of Eastern and Western philosophies, but it is how we bring together all the essential elements that make the Academy Spa such an exceptional experience. Be it a single feel-good facial or a personalised full day programme, an Academy Spa treatment is also an essential element in everyone's life.
For more information, http://www.theacademy.co.uk/spa

Thursday 30 August 2012

Safer Neighbourhoods

Card skimming device found on Scarborough cash machine

Police in Scarborough are warning members of the public to be vigilant when using cash machines. The warning comes after a camera and card skimming device were recovered from a cash machine at the Post Office, Aberdeen Walk in the town. The device was discovered by a member of the public who tried to use the machine. It is unknown how long it had been in place.

Officers are appealing for anyone who has seen anyone suspicious loitering in the area of machine to contact them. Anyone who believes they may be a victim of the skimming device should contact their bank. In the meantime officers have repeated their advice to customers when using cash machines. PC John Coleman who is investigating the incident, said "The most important thing is to cover your hand while you are typing in your pin number, without your pin, thieves have limited opportunity to use the card. Thieves use very sophisticated technology and the devices are often very difficult to spot. The devices will often be made to fit in with the colour and design of the machine they are attached to. They consist of a card-reader which is placed over the card slot which records your card's details and a tiny pin-hole camera which records your pin number as you type it in. In some cases a cover is placed over the keypad which can also record your pin number. The camera is usually stored in a strip of metal or plastic which looks like trim and is often coloured to match the machine. The camera lens is almost invisible.

Please report any suspicions you have about a machine to the police and the premises in which the machine is based. Don't under any circumstances try to remove the device yourself as the offenders may still be in the area." Anyone with any information which could help the investigation is asked to ring North Yorkshire Police on 101. Or you can pass information to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. To report a suspicious device, call 101 immediately.

Cash machine safety Protect your PIN by standing close to the machine and shielding the keypad with your other hand. Check to see if anything looks unusual or suspicious about the cash machine. If it appears to have anything stuck onto the card slot or keypad, do not use it. Cancel the transaction and walk away. Never try to remove suspicious devices, report them to the police and the bank immediately. Be cautious if strangers offer to help you at a cash machine, even if your card is stuck or you are having difficulties. Don't allow anyone to distract you. Where possible use a cash machine which is in clear view and well lit. Check that other people in the queue are a reasonable distance away from you. Keep your PIN secret. Never reveal it to anyone, even someone who claims to be calling from your bank or a police officer. Avoid opening your purse, bag or wallet when you are in the queue. Put your money away immediately. Regularly check your account balance and bank statements and report any discrepancies to your bank immediately.


Thursday 9 August 2012

Dependant ID Passes


The 9 Regt AAC Welfare Office

Now have the facilities to apply for
Dependant ID Passes.

If you require one please feel free to call us to arrange
a convenient time to complete the forms & have a Photo taken.
Please bring with you the Service details of your spouse (Number, Rank, and Name)

Wednesday 1 August 2012

Dishforth Military Wives Choir


We are holding a session for women connected to the military (both wives and serving soldiers) who are interested in joining our choir.
Now is the perfect time to join us as we have just helped to record the new Military Wives Album coming out in the autumn and would love your help to sing with us and promote it!
For more information and to book a place  
email:
dishforthmwc@hotmail.co.uk
or visit our Facebook page!

Dishforth Military Wives Choir meets every Sunday at Dishforth Airfield and we welcome wives and serving female soldiers from Dishforth, Topcliffe and Ripon camps.
The choir was established in February 2012 with the aim of getting ladies together and forming friendships, whilst having fun and singing. We have just started learning Sing from the Jubillee concert and Don’t Stop Believing from Glee, with many more new songs planned. It is a perfect time to join us as we all learn these new songs together.
We have a childrens’ room available from September. Priority is given to those members whose partners are deployed and places are limited, however we aim to enable all menbers to have a break and concentrate on their singing.
 We have performed on camp in front of an audience of 50, in front of 100 for Ripon Armed Forces Day and up to 5000 people for the 1st North East Lincolnshire Tattoo. We were delighted to recently join in the recording of the new Military Wives Album and there are many exciting opportunities ahead as we begin to promote the album. Join us now to be a part of this adventure!
Please get in touch and we will give you the full details of the taster session and even arrange for someone to meet you so you don’t have to walk in on your own.
For more information and to book a place  
email:
dishforthmwc@hotmail.co.uk
or visit our Facebook page! 

Wednesday 20 June 2012

Thursday Shopper Run

Just a reminder that the shopper run is still operating on a booking only basis, please call the office today to book your place, the shopper departs 9.30am from the Community Centre and usual destination is Ripon

Monday 11 June 2012

Dependent ID Cards

Please note that ID cards are now ready to collect, please call 01423 321617 prior to collection. 

Thursday 24 May 2012

Thursday 10 May 2012

ID Cards Notice

If you require an  ID card please contact the Welfare Office and you will be notified when we have the Camera from the Pass Office.  If you need access to camp the meantime you can request a Temporary ID pass via the Guardroom, you will require either your passport or driving licence as proof of ID, the Guardroom will carry out security checks and issue you with a Temporary ID Card, the Guardroom also issue car passes.

The Guardroom can be contacted on 01423 321590
Unit Welfare Office can be contacted on 01423 321617  

Disposal of Household Items

BULKY WASTE ITEMS

The Council offers a chargeable collection service for bulky items of furniture from domestic properties. We can collect a maximum of two bulky domestic articles at a time such as a bed or cooker . We can also collect fridges and freezers.
The items are usually collected by the refuse collectors on your normal refuse collection day. However, there will be no bulky item collections during  Bank Holiday weeks. All items must be left outside and be easily accessible for collection.
How much will this service cost me?

This service is chargeable. The current cost is £34.50 for up to two items. However, the cost is reduced to £15.00 if you are in receipt of certain benefits,  (The Council may undertake a check to confirm that you are in receipt of qualifying benefits).
How do I arrange collection?

Please telephone 0845 300 6091

You may pay for this service using a credit or debit card when you telephone. 

If you are in receipt of benefits our customer service advisors will let you know if you qualify for a free collection.
Please note we cannot take:
  • Fixtures and fittings e.g. bathroom suites, radiators, doors etc. It is the responsibility of the contractors to remove all debris arising from decorating, building repair and maintenance works.
  • Garden refuse, equipment, rubble, soil, garden furniture, barbeques.
  • Carpets, underlay
  • Articles containing glass, e.g. televisions, mirrors etc
  • Fridges/freezers - these are collected by a recycling sub-contractor, and as such are covered by another service. Please visit our fridge​s and freezers page for more information

HARROGATE BOROUGH COUNCIL BULKY WASTE ITEMS DISPOSAL

hARROGATE BOROUGH COUNCIL BULKY WASTE ITEMS DISPOSAL

The Council offers a chargeable collection service for bulky items of furniture from domestic properties. We can collect a maximum of two bulky domestic articles at a time such as a bed or cooker . We can also collect fridges and freezers.
The items are usually collected by the refuse collectors on your normal refuse collection day. However, there will be no bulky item collections during  Bank Holiday weeks. All items must be left outside and be easily accessible for collection.
How much will this service cost me?

This service is chargeable. The current cost is £34.50 for up to two items. However, the cost is reduced to £15.00 if you are in receipt of certain benefits,  (The Council may undertake a check to confirm that you are in receipt of qualifying benefits).
How do I arrange collection?

Please telephone 0845 300 6091

You may pay for this service using a credit or debit card when you telephone. 

If you are in receipt of benefits our customer service advisors will let you know if you qualify for a free collection.
Please note we cannot take:
  • Fixtures and fittings e.g. bathroom suites, radiators, doors etc. It is the responsibility of the contractors to remove all debris arising from decorating, building repair and maintenance works.
  • Garden refuse, equipment, rubble, soil, garden furniture, barbeques.
  • Carpets, underlay
  • Articles containing glass, e.g. televisions, mirrors etc
  • Fridges/freezers - these are collected by a recycling sub-contractor, and as such are covered by another service. Please visit our fridge​s and freezers page for more information

Friday 4 May 2012

CV Workshop Ripon-Transport available

All welcome along to this FREE CV workshop, if you require transport please book via the Unit Welfare Office on 01423 321617.



Thursday 3 May 2012

AWS - Stay Connected May

To view the full programme please click on the link on the dedicated AWS Stay connected BLOG page, if you require a hard copy please call into the HIVE or Unit Welfare Office.

AWS - Stay Connected Trip

Wednesday 25 April 2012

Deployment Brief and Bun date change

Please note that the Wednesday Brief and Bun scheduled for the 2nd May has been moved to the 1st May due to the Leeds shopper trip, updates will take place at 10am and 6pm. For all other dates please have a look at the dedicated Deployment page.

ASU TELEPHONE NUMBER UPDATED

ALL FURNITURE REQUIREMENTS TELEPHONE;
ASU -01748 872264
OFFICE HOURS MON TO THURS 7.30-4.00
FRI 7.30-12.30
IF THERE IS NO ANSWER PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE STATING;
NAME
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
BRIEF DETAILS OF YOUR REQUIREMENTS

Tuesday 27 March 2012

Troop Save - Launch

A new website offering daily discounts EXCLUSIVELY to Armed Forces Community was launched this week.

Every 48 hours a new and unique deal will appear at www.troopsave.com . Troops, Veterans and family members can all purchase the deals.  The site is proudly supporting military charities.

Please click here so that we can keep you updated on all the latest deals.    I would be grateful if you could forward this message on to any of your military connections

Easter Extravaganza Monday 9th April

  IS NOW FULL

EASTER   FAMILY EVENT
Monday 9th April 2012

A fun filled day for all the family with lots of entertainment throughout the day;
The Easter Bunny with be a delight to children of all ages handing out his fun balloon models and treats. He’ll be hopping around the walled gardens from 10.30am until 4.30pm.

Face Painting is always a big favorite with children and our Face Painter will be available to make children’s faces into a Butterfly, Tiger etc, she will be in the Fire Engine Room from 11am until 4.00pm. (A £2 surcharge per child for face painting).

Also situated in the Fire Engine Room will be the Craft Table where children will have the chance to get creative and make their own Easter Bonnet and if they wish enter in to our Easter Bonnet competition. The Easter Bonnet Parade will take place at 3.00pm outside the Fire Engine Room each day at 3.00pm all taking part will get a treat and a prize for the winner.

Cold drinks and Ice Creams will be on sale in the Fire Engine Room for 11am until 4.00pm.

Easter Garden Trail children can enjoy the challenge of finding the Easter clues on the Easter Garden Trail around the Walled Gardens and Pleasure Grounds and a treat for all who take part.

Viv’s popular Pets Corner will be situated in The Sprite Marquee from 11.30am until 3.30pm with lots of cute and fluffy rabbits and guinea pigs for children to pet.

Wonderful Story Telling will take place in the Gala Tent at 12.35pm and 1.50pm, where children will be enchanted and engaged by tales of the life, history and families of Ripley with the clever use of artifacts from the Castle.

Monday 26 March 2012

Monk Park Farm - 3 Apr

   Fun Around Monk Park Farm
Tuesday 3 April 2012
Monk Park is located near Thirsk in North Yorkshire and is in the heart of Herriot Country and on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. This wonderful Children's Farm is one of Yorkshire's best Places to Visit. As an Animal Park it is extensive with so much to do.
They possess a varied collection of both Outdoor and Indoor Feeding Areas where you can see such as lambs, sheep, goats, calves, cattle, pigs, ponies, donkeys, horses, llamas, alpacas, wallabies, albino wallabies, deer, ducks, geese, hens, peacocks, rabbits and guinea pigs.
Many other popular features and facilities exist to help make this a great family attraction and a fantastic family day out venue. These include an Adventure Playground and Play Area, a Farm Pedal Car Arena, Nature Trail, Lake, Tea Room and Gift Shop.
To book your place and transport please call into the Welfare Office or telephone (working hours) on 01423 321617 Mil: 4617

Free to those families of deployed personnel

Transport will be via shuttle bus (Welfare Bus) starting from 0930 hrs from the Community Centre.

Further information: http://www.monkparkfarm.co.uk

Tuesday 28 February 2012

Extract from Part 1 Orders Pertaining to Dogs-28 Feb 12

PART 1 ORDERS

BY

MAJ S N G BRINING AAC
COMMANDING 9 REGIMENT AAC

9 Regt AAC is to provide Light Utility Helicopter force elements for
Operations and training in order to deliver operational aviation effect




551.   Dogs in the Work Place

The Commanding Officer has reviewed all the policies and procedures in relation to dogs in the work place and the Quartermaster has amended the current policies and procedures in terms of the Commanding Officers direction. Dogs are to be allowed back in the work place however, there is a new process in which all personnel who wish to obtain permission to have dog(s) in the work place are to follow.

Regardless if you have registered your dog(s) previously you are to follow the process described below before brining your dog(s) on to camp.

Step 1

You are to report in person to the QM (or in his absence LCpl Heatley) to receive a verbal brief on the policy and procedure for registration.  When you have been briefed you will be given a pack that will give details of what you need to obtain. When you have gathered all the registration documentation you are to return it to the Quartermaster.  Note: Your dog(s) are not permitted on camp at this point.

Step 2

When you have returned the required paperwork to the Quartermaster, it will be checked and permission sought from the Commanding Officer that he is happy for you to bring your dog(s) into the place of work requested. When this is complete done the QM’s department will create a poster for your work area, a registration pack and your dog registration card - an ID card that you must carry at all times when your dog is on camp. This will be done within 24hrs and you will be contacted when it is ready. 

When you physically have the dog registration card and pack you can bring your dog(s) on camp.  Failure to follow the above steps will result in you having your dog banned from camp indefinitely.

You are reminded that to have a dog in the work place is a privilege - not a right.

552.     Excessive Dog Fouling around Dishforth Camp and SFA

It has been reported through various channels that there has been unacceptable amount of dog fouling in and around the Dishforth Camp area - and in particular on North Hill and Boroughbridge road.  There are dog bins throughout the area and it is in the interest of community decency all dog owners carry bags with them to clean up after their dog(s).

As a result Harrogate Dog Control Officers will target the area through both highly visible and undercover patrols. They will put up dog fouling notices where necessary and give advice to dog walkers during such patrols. In order to assist the Dog Control Officers in targeting their patrols it would be helpful if you could provide any information on offenders such as their name, address, a description of their dog or particular times and locations where they walk the dog. Such information can be passed to the Dog Warden Service on 01423 556633.

Be aware that Dog Control Officers have the legal power to give out On the Spot Fines, you have been warned.

Thursday 23 February 2012

Deployment update- Events

Deployment

Forthcoming Events


3rd March Bowling to Menwith Hill -Departing from Community Centre 14.00hrs-book via welfare


18th March Sunday Carvery (Mothering Sunday) see flyer on main blog for full details


7th April  Easter Outing-featuring Easter Ggg Hunt TBC


May-Activity Away Day ( Xscape/Lightwater Valley)


June- Spa Day at the Academy Spa in Harrogate

Monday 20 February 2012