Derek Sands is now probably the oldest resident in Hindolveston. He will shortly be celebrating his really “Big Birthday” on Wednesday, 7th August when he reaches the grand old age of 100. On the day he will be holding a birthday party as an informal “Afternoon Tea” in Hindolveston Village Hall from 2pm until 4pm. All are most welcome to come along and share this celebration with him & he is keen that as many of you who know him should do so. Everyone, please feel free to drop in for a cuppa, a piece of cake and light refreshments sometime during the two hours. The more that come along the merrier … and Derek won’t be happy if he’s eating stale cake all of the following week!

Derek has also stated that he does not want any presents but if people so wished, he would be delighted if they would make donations to either the British Heart Foundation or to a cancer charity.

If you know that you will definitely be coming along, please could you indicate your intention to Elaine Stearman – either by emailing her at [email protected] (preferred if you can) or phoning her on 01263 – 861428. That’s just to give us some idea of overall numbers likely to attend – it’s not essential; so still feel free to just drop by at the Village Hall on the afternoon of 7th August.’