Presented jointly with Matlock Rotary Club, this quiz has been delayed for some time by the Covid pandemic, but we are now pleased to say that it is rescheduled for Friday, 16th September for 6:30 pm (quiz starts at 7:00). All welcome!

All welcome to this fascinating insight into the life of the swift. An evening not to be missed for all bird lovers.

We sadly have to say goodbye to Jeff Wheatley, the President of Starkholmes village hall, who is leaving the area. Jeff has served the hall for over 30 years since moving to Starkholmes in the early 1990s. We thought this lovely print by local artist Sarah Parkin would remind him of the many years he has spent living in the area.

All best wishes to Jeff for the future in his new home.

The Village Hall is offering the following classes in the New Year.

Monday	9.15 – 10.15	Pilates Movement
	10.30 – 11.30	Pilates Movement
	14.00 – 16.00	Whist drive (on last Monday of the month)
Tuesday	10.15 – 11.45	Dru Yoga
	13.30 – 14.30	U3A tap
	19.00 – 21.00	Guides (alternate Tuesdays)
Wednesday	19.00 – 20.30	Belly Dance Flames
Thursday	9.15 – 10.15	Pilates Movement
	10.30 – 11.30	Pilates Movement
	18.15 – 19.30	Mixed Ability Yoga
Friday	9.30 – 12.00	Matlock Art Society

The Village Hall would like to set up a separate Events Committee to plan new events and perhaps resurrect some old favourites. Anyone with any suggestions or able to help out in even a small way is very welcome.

For further information please contact us via the web form or contact Clare on 07751 851943.

With the gradual return to normal activities, the Village Hall will be holding an AGM on Sunday, 13th June.

Finally! A bit of normality returning to the hall! Remember to contact us if you have an event in mind, we’ll do our best to accommodate you, we’re looking forward to blowing the cobwebs off the bar this year!

The table below lists those classes currently resuming. However, as Covid regulations are still in a state of flux, please contact us if you have any queries or doubts.

Denise Peck has stood down as Chairman of Starkholmes Village Hall Committee after leading the Hall through the last couple of years of change and challenge. She has been succeeded by the current Vice Chairman Paul Clements. 

President of the Village Hall Jeff Wheatley paid tribute to her work:

“Denise has given the Village Hall outstanding leadership and direction during a time of change and numerous challenges. 

She became Chairman on a temporary basis because we had lost a number of experienced members for various reasons, and provided continuity for the running of the Hall as well as supporting the new members. 

She played a key role in directing enhancements to the Village Hall property such as the new bar, the kitchen and improvements to the toilets. 

Her contribution to the financial viability of the Hall was vital with her work initially as Treasurer and later as Chairman to get grants and access to funding sources helping to keep the Village Hall afloat. In addition she provided a steadying hand and calm manner that gained the respect of all. 

She’s also been actively involved since March in organising the changes necessary for the Village Hall to become Covid Safe, and then to welcome back most of our users in recent weeks.”

Denise joined the Village Hall Committee in October 2015 and was previously Treasurer for nearly 4 years. She said that her decision to step down as Chairman had been difficult but she felt it was the right time for her personally to pass on the role, whilst a new Chairman would bring in some fresh new ideas.

At the AGM on September 20^th, Paul Clements was elected as the new Chairman, and Denise agreed to carry on as a Committee Member. Jeff Wheatley commented: “We are really lucky to have such a knowledgeable Chairman as Paul to succeed Denise”.

This is now rescheduled for February 19th 2021 for 6:30 pm (quiz starts at 7:00).