August 2022

15 Buckden Roundabout August 2022 Village News August 2022 At the time of writing, we are going through a bit of a heat wave! Luckily, Buckden Library stays reasonably cool for most of the day so if you want to get out of the heat for a while, pop in and chill out! We ’ re always pleased to see you. 2022 Summer Reading Challenge It ’ s not too late to sign up for this year ’ s Summer Reading Chal- lenge. Aimed at primary school aged children, this annual scheme helps to keep kids reading over the summer holidays. Just call in for more details and to register your child. Not a member of Cambridgeshire libraries?... not a problem – we can sign you up for a membership card too. This year ’ s theme is Gadgeteers and is all about discovering the amazing science and innovation behind the world around us, including some of our favourite things! Lego - tastic! You know we love Lego at Buckden library – but grand scale Lego builder Mike Addis takes it to a whole new level! Mike has appeared in national newspapers and on TV with his amaz- ing creations – the Anglo - Saxon long hall currently on display in the library is one of his builds. To go with our Summer Reading Challenge theme, Mike will be with us on Wednesday 17 August with a Lego workshop for kids and adults of all ages. Amongst other building projects Mike will be helping us design and make balloon powered cars, with a bit of a competition to see whose will travel the fur- thest. Design and make on your own, or as a team, using the entire library space for this exclusive event. Mike will bring with him his huge stock of Lego to make sure everyone has what they need to turn their imagination into reality! Advance booking is essential for this event. Initially, timed tick- ets are available for 11am and 12.30pm but further times may be released nearer the date to make sure no one is disappoint- ed. Workshop sessions cost £4 per child , adults are free and tickets can be purchased from Buckden library. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Terrific Tuesdays Rhymetime is taking a break for the summer holidays but will be back in September. However, our Tuesday morning Duplo and games for the un- der 5s will continue between 10am and 1pm in our children ’ s library with the usual selection jigsaws, Orchard games, build- ing blocks and soft toys. No need to book - just drop in to meet up with other families. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. Age UK Caroline from Age UK will be continuing her monthly drop ses- sions on Tuesday 23 August from 10 - 12 , offering free infor- mation, advice and support for the over 65s and their families. No appointment is needed, just drop in for help and guidance on how to continue to live independently. Knit Lit Our Knit Lit book club meets every other Friday from 7pm until 9pm . The next meetings are on 12 and 26 August . New knitters welcome – just turn up! Opening hours: Tuesday: 10am – 1pm, and 2pm – 5pm Thursday: 2 – 5pm Friday: 4 – 7pm Saturday: 10am – 1pm Village Hall, Burberry Road, Buckden Tel: 0345 045 5225 www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/library Buckden Junior Football Club Buckden Junior Football Club Our teams are mostly taking a well earned break from league football for a couple of months before getting ready to start again in September, although many will be continuing to train throughout the summer. Inclusive Development Team We are extremely proud to be starting Inclusive Development Football Sessions for junior Para Superstars with Disabilities and additional needs that would like to join in and play football to develop their skills in a positive and friendly environment. Approximate age range of 6 - 12 year olds (but everyone would be welcome), with FA qualified coaches and even a tea bar for spectators. Every Sunday, 10 - 11am at Buckden playing fields. If you ’ d like to come and join in, please message or contact Matt on 07803 000690 or by email mattbjfc@gmail.com Dribblers Sessions Our Dribblers sessions (Big and Little) run throughout the year from 9 - 10am at Buckden playing fields. Sessions cost £1.50 per week, for children aged 3, to reception age. For more information on these sessions contact matt on 07803 000690 or by email mattbjfc@gmail.com. Tea Bar Our tea bar, serving hot and cold drinks and snacks runs from outside the pavilion, every Sunday from 9am – 11 am. From September it will also be running throughout the season on Saturday Mornings depending on our home game fixture!