Big Thursday

Thursday the 24th was a busy day, one way and another....

Music for Memory

The morning saw us making a visit to a new group at Oakley village hall.  Led by local musician and music therapist Jeni Melia, Music for Memory was a lively session including instrumental participation, ensemble singing and circle dancing. We hope to make this a regular trip for residents and their supporters.

Tales of the Riverbank

In the afternoon a group of us went out on the Bedford community boat, The John Bunyan, making the trip out through Cardington lock, (a bit of a tight squeeze, we were warned that a bump was almost inevitable!)  Once through it we were in to the wilder, greener reaches of the great Ouse. Marion remarked that it was a bit like African Queen, and that she would be Katherine Hepburn! (A debate then ensued about who would play Humphrey Bogart.)  The boat is crewed by enthusiastic volunteers, and is well worth supporting. They run public trips throughout the summer, and the boat can be hired for parties.

We arrived back at Priory Marina at five o'clock, and taxis brought us back home for about quarter to six, just in time for supper.

The boat ready to take on passengers at Priory Marina.

Going below decks on the lift.

We're all ready for departure

Entering Cardington Lock.  Everybody breathe in.

The wide green yonder...

Cheers!

We all know that community spirit is abundant in north Bedfordshire villages, but we were surprised and delighted to receive a donation from a local pub, the Cock at Pavenham, following a fundraising quiz on Thursday night. Thanks to the pub for hosting the evening, and all who participated.