BAND REVIEWS by Tim Jefferson

Floating Greyhounds
The first thing that struck me with this four-piece band was the amount of equipment they had. They all wore ear-pieces, which turned out to be click-track. This is a system sent by radio signal that delivers the speed of the beat for the next number to the bands ear-pieces. It was set each time in this case by the drummer. This not only sets the speed of each track correctly but also helps the band to play very tight. Most bands do this instinctively with varying degrees of success. The Greyhounds are certainly tight but simply too loud, there was distortion on the vocals as a result. This aside, the band played a good gig list and played them well with drive and enthusiasm. They play what the crowd like and work hard to prove that commitment. The last set was wonderfully exciting and the audience was dancing. The Greyhounds have been around for twelve years with the drummer the only original member. Their music is powerful rock both modern and old. Nice to see different Darkness and Feeder.

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Anti-Social Behaviour

Many victims of Anti-social behaviour feel they are suffering alone, this is certainly not the case. Law-abiding people are in the majority, local people should not have to live with the problems of anti-social behaviour but they must be part of the solution.
There are various ways of dealing with ASB ranging from warnings & Anti-social Behaviour Contracts (ABC) to Anti- social Behaviour Orders (ASBO), parenting orders & injunctions. It is not just the police that are involved in taking action, local authorities: i.e. County Councils registered social landlords & housing action trusts are also involved.

There are rules in place that allow witnesses to give their evidence via a professional witness, so that if, as it so often is, the evidence is about a neighbour or someone who they are in fear of they can give evidence without fear of reprisal.
Yet again we need evidence of repeated anti-social behaviour, we need good descriptions or names if they are known. We need to know if it is happening, then we can work towards tackling the problems.
Our new non-emergency no is 0845 456 4567.

 

NEW  W.E.A. COURSES IN SHERINGHAM

The Sheringham branch of the Workers' Education Association is to run two 10 week courses this Autumn. On Wednesday mornings, well-known tutor Chad Goodwin will talk about THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT. Those who followed Chad's course two years ago on The Most from the Coast will remember how well and clearly he presents his material. This is a change of subject, historical rather than geographical, which describes how our modern world started to develop. A new spirit of scientific enquiry, of progress and of the application of reason drove forward 18th century thinking at an extraordinary pace. The modern world began to emerge as the darkness of superstition and deference was replaced by Enlightenment. This is an opportunity to find out more about how our forbears thought, and how it impacts on the modern world. Come and be enlightened!
The classes will be held in St Joseph's Catholic Church Hall, from 10.00 to 12.30 p.m. The course starts on 28th September. Cost £33.00, free if on benefit.

The other 10 week course, on Friday afternoons, is NORFOLK AT WAR. Neil Storey is a mine of information and a most enthusiastic proponent of his subject. He has several books to his credit. Norfolk at War is a fascinating overview of the significance and role of the county in wartime. We shall explore the diverse experiences of its people, in the fighting forces and on the Home Front, immediately before, during and in the aftermath of the two World Wars. This will be ideal for learning more about the military past that surrounds you, or interpreting wartime family history. You do not have to be from Norfolk or have lived through those times to enjoy this course!
The classes will be held in St Andrew's Methodist Church Hall, from 2.30 to 4.00 p.m. The course starts on 30th September. Cost £33.00, free if on benefit.

In addition to the 10 week courses, there will be two Day Schools, to be held on Saturdays. On Saturday 8th October, at St Joseph's Catholic Church Hall, tutor Charles Lewis will present NELSON, THE NORFOLK HERO. This will provide an excellent prelude to the weekend of Trafalgar celebrations, which takes place at the end of the month. Charles, well-known to many of our students from previous courses, has been instrumental in setting up the acclaimed Nelson museum in Great Yarmouth, and he will have much interesting material to share with us.

Then on Saturday 12th November, at St Andrew's Methodist Church Hall, Dennis Cotton will present SOUND OF SURPRISE - THE STORY OF JAZZ. This is a new departure for us, but Dennis's enthusiasm for his subject will surely entertain and inform us. Many of us enjoy a bit of jazz, and perhaps have a smattering of knowledge, but this day school should fill in the gaps and enhance the enjoyment. Foot tapping positively encouraged!

Both days run from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m., with breaks for lunch, coffee and tea. (Please make your own lunch arrangements.) Cost £12.00, free if on benefit. Both halls are in Cromer Road, Sheringham, close to the Health Centre. They are both wheelchair friendly & there is good parking. No previous knowledge required, and all are welcome. Pre-enrolment is strongly recommended.
For information & enrolment phone Jane Idiens on 01263 837779.