Hallie and Lottie Midson and Isaiah Gowan were very excited about getting into the mood for Halloween this year.
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They were at the lake in Finley practising their frightening moves on Sunday, ready to take on the challenge on Monday evening.
For those who don’t know, Halloween (or Hallowe'en) is a celebration observed in many countries on October 31, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day.
It begins the observance of Allhallowtide, the time in the liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints, martyrs, and all the departed.
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Jenny Tarrant would like to advise that John O’Rourke was the lucky winner of the parcel of groceries, which was the prize of the raffle being conducted for Motor Neurone Disease.
She would like to take this opportunity to thank all who contributed in any way and the community for its continuing support.
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Just a reminder that a Parish Forum will be held after the 10.15am Mass on Sunday, November 6, to discuss ideas on how the future of St Mary’s Catholic Parish should progress.
This will be held in the Parish Hall and followed by morning tea.
It would be appreciated if those attending could bring along a plate to share.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Fr Paul on (03) 5883 1284.
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Finley RSL Sub-branch members have been busy selling raffle tickets to be drawn at the street stall to be conducted this Friday, November 4, in the lead up to Remembrance Day.
The prizes consist of a $100 fuel voucher and a $50 fuel voucher.
Badges, pens and other memorabilia will be on sale at IGA on November 8, 9 and 10.
The Remembrance Day service will be held at the Memorial Park Cenotaph commencing at 11am on Friday, November 11.
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Finley Garden Lovers Club’s November meeting will be held next Monday at the Finley RS Club commencing at 2pm.
President Heather Thomas will have a special presentation on waxing flowers.
Break up plans in the lead up to Christmas will also be discussed to finalise the venue and plan for the occasion.
The three special themes for the November meeting will be one rose in three different stages, staged separately.
The second will be a floral hanging basket which may have more than one species and the third is a floral arrangement in a teacup.
Dawn Walkerden will be one of the table judges; however, a second judge is needed so please check the roster.
Members are reminded of the importance of the plant trading table as a means of fundraising for the club and also the open gardens around the region.
Many thanks to the members who have offered to help at the Finley Regional Care Open Gardens this Sunday, November 6.
It is hoped that the weather will be kind for this very special occasion.
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Excitement is growing for the Finley Springtime Gardens Day to be held this Sunday, November 6 from 9am until 4pm.
The owners of the six beautiful gardens that will be on display have been working hard under extreme weather conditions to make the day a success.
A small cost of $20 per person (children free) will include a complimentary morning tea.
Along with the very popular plant stall, there will be displays of art and mosaic pieces, pottery stalls, free face painting for the children and a floral demonstration at 11am and again at 2pm.
A light lunch will be available for a small cost.
Tickets can only be purchased at the Finley Memorial Park from 9am.
All proceeds will be used to provide extra facilities for Finley Regional Care residents.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Bernie Agosta on 0417 897 462 or Susan Hand on 0419 831 544.
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