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This project, THE FAIRFIELD CENTRE
was launched in 1999 by members of the Parish Church of SS. Peter
& Paul and others, using existing church funds and generous donations
from within and without, to buy the former Methodist church building
in Fairfield Road, which became redundant because the congregation
dwindled to a level beyond that required to sustain it. Other
churches have indicated their support. The intention is to provide
a warm and welcoming Open House (with tea and coffee, of course!)
where people, especially the elderly, can meet and chat and receive
help as needed. Also as a meeting place for mothers and toddlers,
for children and young people. An After-School Club where children
can receive help with homework is envisaged, as is also increased
activity of the Young People's Club meeting on Friday evenings.
A Craft Group meets on Mondays, 12:30 to 3:30. Bridge
is played on Tuesday evenings and Bingo is played on Wednesday
evenings. Further activities and events will, no doubt, be launched
in due course.
THE FAIRFIELD CENTRE may be hired for associated events
and meetings. Please help in any way that you can, as generously
as you can. It does not have to be money which is very welcome
and will continue to be needed. It is expected that THE FAIRFIELD
CENTRE can be made to pay its own way and be of great benefit
to local residents. Questions about the centre should be addressed
to
The Vicar,
telephone 01728 -452223.
Offers of practical help should be addressed to
Mrs. Rita Fryer,
telephone 01728 - 452159.
A warm welcome is extended to all. Please feel free to visit.
Donations may be sent to:
the Treasurer of the Fairfield
project,
c/o The Vicarage, Church Walk,
Aldeburgh IP15 5DU
(cheques made payable to Aldeburgh PCC - THE FAIRFIELD CENTRE).
The Parish Church promotes this project. The Centre already opens
on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 10:00 to 12:00. Other days and
times of opening will appear on posters with THE FAIRFIELD
CENTRE heading.
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