World Physical Day

In Search of Hope – by Sam Gannon

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)

On the 6th of April, the Region celebrates World Physical Activity Day, an event designed to inspire regular exercise and healthy lifestyle choices, promoting overall well-being and a better quality of life for everyone.

The Regional Directorate of Sport, in partnership with the Madeira Association of Sport for All, Portugal Ativo, Campanário Sports Association, and Senior Dance, will organise several activities in Praça do Povo under the motto #BEACTIVE MADEIRA!.

Between 15:00 and 16:30, there will be a mega class of Gymnastics & Senior Dance, aimed at the elderly, promoted by the Campanário Sports Association and the Wise Examples Association – Madeira Senior Dance. Between 18:00 and 20:00, the general population will be able to participate in group and fitness classes, guided by Portugal Ativo – Plataforma Madeira.

In addition to the activities at Praça do Povo, participants will have free access to the sports facilities managed by the Regional Directorate of Sports, with an opportunity to try different modalities and reinforce active habits at no additional cost.

Samantha Gannon

info at madeira-weekly.com

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