TARVES HERITAGE PROJECT – FRI 18 TO 20 MAY 2018 – ‘BLACKBOARD & CHALK’
Haddo House & Country Park – May Newsletter
May at Haddo House & Country Park
We have been holding a series of wildfowl awareness events down by the lake. During these events we hand out bags of birdseed and inform people about the importance of feeding waterfowl the correct food and being cautious around nests, especially at this time of year!
There are leaflets available in the visitor centre providing information on what you can feed birds at Haddo – such as oats, seeds, halved grapes, sweetcorn, rice (cooked or uncooked), peas and lettuce. Something that you shouldn’t feed them is bread, as it gives them digestive problems, bone defects and destroys their natural food source by encouraging excessive algae in the water. There are also maps of nesting sites on the leaflets so you’ll know where they are and when you should put dogs on leads. When there is someone in the visitor centre office you can ask to borrow a spare lead should you need one.
Wedding Fever at Haddo
Haddo House hosts a royal afternoon tea…
As I am sure you are aware, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are to be married on Saturday the 19th of May. Traditionally, royal weddings are held on Fridays, however, this unconventional couple stated from the very start they would do things their own way.
Here at Haddo House and Country Park we invite you to join us to watch the coverage of the wedding of the year in our prestigious library, a fitting venue for such a special occasion. The event will run from 11am to 3pm and will include live screening of the wedding, entertainment and an elegant afternoon tea. We would encourage those attending to dress to impress; a prize will be awarded for best dressed guest.
Built in 1732, Haddo House has many years of history, grandeur and royal connections, all of which can be viewed during a special house tour for those who would like to learn about Haddo in more depth. The regular weekend tours will also still be available for those not attending the event.
Come and make history here at Haddo House and enjoy the celebration of a royal wedding in an Aberdeenshire mansion – not often can you say that! Tickets cost £20 per person. These can be purchsed online using the following link: https://nts.cloudvenue.co.uk/haddosroyalwedding
We look forward to your arrival and company.
Making Haddo Accessible to All
You spoke, we listened…
The Heritage Lottery Fund project saw a whole, new, accessible path system installed throughout the country park. This has opened up the park to so many more people, and is designed to be as easy as possible for people with mobility issues, or parents with buggies.
To add to this we have been listening to visitor feedback and there have been some great suggestions. The two that really stuck out were the availability of wheelchairs to borrow and the addition of more benches scattered around the popular walking routes, thus allowing people to walk a little, sit, and then walk some more. I’m very pleased to say that both will be available very soon, and thank you all for such valuable feedback.
Plan Your Visit to Haddo House & Country Park
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METHLICK GARDEN CLUB -Annual Summer Sale 2018 – 26 MAY
Annual Summer Sale
METHLICK GARDEN CLUB
This will take place on Saturday 26th May in the Beaton Hall Methlick from 10.00am to 12 noon.
This will be an excellent opportunity to buy Summer Bedding plants, vegetable and herb seedlings and perennial plants.
You may also stock up on goodies from the cake and candy stall, buy early Christmas presents from the craft stalls, and try
your luck in the tombola or the raffle. After all that why not relax with a cup of tea or coffee and a scone.
We look forward to seeing you on the day.
TARVES PLAYGROUP – STAFF VACANCY – MAY 2018
Tarves Playgroup and Toddlers
Playgroup Manager Vacancy / Relief PlayworkerVacancy
Tarves Playgroup and Toddlers provide pre-school care and education to Children in the village of Tarves aged 2-5 years. In addition we provide a weekly, parent-led toddlers session. We are a parent managed community group, and a registered Charity in Scotland (SCO16323), as well as a member of the Scottish Pre-School Play Association (SPPA). We are looking for some new staff to join our team.
Playgroup Manager
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, motivated person to lead our playgroup team, supporting the provision of pre-school care and education for Children aged 2-5 years.
Applicants should hold a minimum qualification of HNC/SVQ3 in Childcare, Learning & Development and must be willing to work towards the relevant qualification required by the SSSC for managers/lead practitioners which would be:
BA – Childhood Practice
PDA – Childhood Practice Level 9 or
Post Graduate Diploma – Childhood Practice.
Experience and knowledge of the curriculum as well as a willingness to register with the SSSC are essential.
Hours: Monday – Friday (term time) 8.30am – 1pm
Flexible working may be available by negotiation
Rate – Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
Relief Playworker
We are also seeking a relief playworker to work on an ad-hoc basis, covering for staff illness and holidays. No experience or qualifications are required for this post,however you must be enthusiastic about working with children, and be willing to undertake training and work towards gaining qualifications. You will also need to be flexible and be able to attend the playgroup at short notice.
Hours: Monday – Friday (term time) 8.30am – 1pm (as required)
Rate – Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
Applicants for both posts must be eligible to register with Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG)
For informal enquiries please contact Kayleigh Paterson (chair) on 07495963889
For an application pack please contact:
Joanne Gourlay Secretary Tarves Playgroup and Toddlers
Tel: 07495963889
Email: Tarvessecretary@outlook.com
Closing Date Monday 7th May 2018
We strive to be an equal opportunities employer.
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This type of fraud is nationwide. Since the beginning of this year (2018), there have been 300 Action Fraud Reports relating to this fraud. From the reports received, victims aged over 66 seem to be the most targeted.
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Supporting 1st Tarves Brownies – May 2018 – A thank you
Thank you to everyone who has supported 1st Tarves Brownies in collecting used stamps for The Guide Dog Association. We have a special four legged fluffy visitor coming this Wednesday and we will be handing over our collection. If anyone still has stamps for us please leave at Tarves shop by THIS TUESDAY 1st MAY. Thankyou for your support.