EARDISLAND VILLAGE SHOW – The show will take place on Saturday, September 5, in the village hall. The chairperson this year is Esther Simpson, who will be assisted in putting on the event by the show committee.

Schedules are available from Gill Richards on 01544 388323, Mavis Tantrum on 01544 387972 or Esther Simpson on 01544 388641 and will also be available in the summer from the tea rooms. Schedules and entry forms will be published in the summer copy of the parish magazine. The categories for entry are cookery, wine, floral art, handicraft, horticulture, photograph, art, creative writing and a selection of items for children. All entry forms must be returned with entry fees to Mrs Richards or Mrs Simpson by Friday, August 28, with the exception of creative writing, which should be returned with an entry form by Friday, August 21. Esther Simpson would appreciate any offers of help to steward the show on Saturday, September 5.

Donations of raffle prizes would also be welcome.

PARISH COUNCIL – The parish council will hold its AGM at the village hall on Wednesday, May 13, at 7.30pm.

SPRING BINGO – On Tuesday, May 19, there will be bingo in the village hall, 7pm for 7.30pm start. Proceeds to village hall funds.

COMMUNITY WEBSITE – The current parish magazine is available for downloading on the community website at Eardisland.org.uk. The website covers a wide range of information about the village.