Project News 06/12/08
New Volunteer
On the 6th of December, Gerald Hannibal will come down from Wales for a new beginning joining in the Hilfield Project. As an artist he would like to record „A year in my life at Hilfield Friary“.
Barn Dance
On January, the 14th there will be a „Barn Dance“ in the Recreation Room. Different people who have helped by working around the Friary Grounds in the last year will be invited to this event and it is a good possibility to say „Thank you“ for their support and friendship.
Project day on Wednesday, the 17th of December
On Wednesday the 17th, Sarah and Sam have organized a project training day. We will have some spiritual input, we will reflect on the work and the life together and look ahead. We will also have a Advent celebration at the end of the day because Volunteers (except for Gerold) will start to go home for Christmas.
Carol Singing with the Church Group of Cerne Abbas on December the 18th
Brother Kevin has invited anybody who is interested to join in the Carol Singing in Cerne Abbas on Thursday, the 18th of December.
Fencing of the Fruit Garden
As part of the redevelopment of the fruit garden it is going to be fenced to keep the deer and other animals out. This will beginn sometime in the next few weeks.
Weekend Retreat led by Revd. Jonathan Herbert was cancelled
The Weekend Retreat on the 6.-7. of December had to be cancelled because of the number of bookings. Advent might not be an ideal time to offer this kind of retreat. The Project would like to ask Revd Jonathan Herbert to lead a retreat at an another time.
Sheep
The new sheep watching plan has been set up. At the moment, they are grazing at to top of the Orchid Field. All sheep are well so far. Recently they were given routine vaccination. Some of the sheep have orf, a viral infection affecting the mouth area. It is contagious to humans, therefore it is recommended not to touch their mouths.
Written by Volunteer Chantal (Sorry for all the mistakes)
Autumn has seen the addition of hens to our livestock and we are looking forward to fresh and abundant eggs
The Kitchen Garden is growing fast, both weeds and vegetables and flowers. Already produce has been sold at local fairs and to passing visitors and those staying with us.
