Seconded to the parish of Tililngdon, the Reverend Dolores has been presented with a challenge.

She’s living in an antiquated house and she’s cold. Furthermore, her new Bishop, Bishop Alice does not approve of ‘showgirls in dog collars.’

Determined to prove the Bishop wrong, she sets about warming her house – who cares if it smells of horse! There is the crochet club, jumble sale, and soup run to organise. And this year, the church bells will ring, no matter what threats are made. Even more so, the newly formed choir will spread a little joy this Christmas, even though they can’t sing – yet! And with a little help from Phil, her bassist, this year could be full of magic.

However, she has a fight on her hands as the townies out in Knob Hill – she must stop calling it that, are trying to stop her from ringing her bells. When Krystal with a K decides to do some volunteer work, Dolores sets out to see just how committed she really is.

Up to her ears in granny squares and squawking choristers, Dolores is revving up for Christmas, yet a deeper darker secret is beginning to emerge!

A secret that could blow the whole parish apart and put Dolores in danger.

(available from Amazon)

Embroidery Course Starts in October

By Samantha Gannon on 27th September 2023 8:05 pm

The Calheta Casa do Povo has announced that it will be holding its very popular Madeira Embroidery course.

In a statement, a spokesperson said that the course is intended for the general public and, according to that institution, is “a unique opportunity to acquire knowledge about this embroidery technique and to immerse yourself in the rich Madeiran culture.”

The course starts in October (No date given), and takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 to 14:00 at the headquarters of the House of the People of Calheta, on Regional Road 222 (Estrada da Calheta).

For those interested, please contact the Calheta Casa do Povo at their email address: geral@casadopovocalheta.com
Samantha Gannon