Youth camp help needed

A GROUP of nine young people and two adults from Yarm Twinning Association joined fifty French, German and Austrian friends in Alberndorf, Austria, at the end of last July. They enjoyed a fun-packed week, with activities ranging from visiting local vineyards on tractors to sight-seeing in Vienna. The week was provided free by the host country and 2002 is the year that Yarm will host the international youth camp. There will be about 60 young people and their leaders attending the event. They will camp at Crathorne and be fed by volunteers from parents and committee members. They need to raise money, as this is a very expensive project. In past years European friends have shown great generosity and the Yarm group hopes to return the hospitality. They are looking for sponsorship from local businesses and are planning fundraising events. Anyone who can help with sponsorship or fundraising is asked to contact Sue on (01642) 888508 or Jayne on (01642) 800037.

CRICKET WELCOME: Yarm Cricket Club is pleased to welcome players of all ages now that the season is under way. The club has four junior teams playing in the local leagues and practice nets are held at the Leven Road ground on Thursdays at 6pm for the under-15s and under-17s. The sessions for the under 11 years (minimum age nine) and under-13s are held on Saturday at 10am. Yarm has three senior teams which play at the weekend in the NYSD leagues and also has a mid week team. Anyone interested in playing is asked to contact Malcolm Wilson on (01642) 657229 for further details. The club would also like to hear from anyone who could help with coaching the juniors.

SPARE ALLOTMENTS: There are six vacant allotment plots, together with two plots for disabled gardeners. If any Yarm resident would like to rent a plot to grow produce or flowers please contact Marjorie Simpson on (01642) 790691 for more information.

CONCERT DATE: A traditional mix of classical and popular music is on offer at Yarm School's May concert tomorrow, at 7.30pm in the theatre. The event features a Telemann Viola Concerto and close-harmony singing. As this is a popular event it is advisable to book in advance. Tickets are available from the school office. They cost £2 for adults, but admission is free for children of school age.

PLACE TO MEET: Members of Yarm Senior Citizen Club meet every Thursday from 2pm to 4pm in the Fellowship Hall, West Street. They have many activities, including whist and dominoes, have outings and Christmas events. This year's free trip is to Skipton. New members over the age of 55 are welcome. For more information call (01642) 648574.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Endeavour branch of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution is expanding its area to incorporate Yarm and Eaglescliffe. Volunteers and helpers are needed to raise funds. Anyone able to help can call Ken on (01642) 644618 or Mike on (01642) 895231.

GARDEN FESTIVAL: The Tees-side Garden Festival will be held at Preston Park, Eaglescliffe, on May 10 and 11. There will be trade stands, working craft displays, garden displays and accessories.