Devonport Times - 3 July 2008 - Devonport City Council

We need yourhelp this winterWARM your heart this winterby warming the hands ofsomeone in need.Gran’s Van needs gloves and theDevonport Times is calling on itsreaders to help.‘‘There is a real sense ofcommunity ownership with Gran’sVan,’’ founder Mary Binks said.‘‘We get great help from localbusinesses and our volunteers.‘‘Devonport is a very remarkablecommunity for generosity.’’With winter setting in, Gran’s Vanneeds gloves, as well as warmjumpers and jackets for men.‘‘We are calling on our readers toclean out their cupboards or get outthe knitting needles this winter tohelp make life a little easier forthose doing it tough,’’ DevonportTimes editor Kate Jowett said.‘‘We are aiming to collect 100 pairsof gloves through the Gloves forGran’s Van appeal and believe withyour help we can do it.’’To further ease the winter burdenthis year Gran’s Van is offering,through help from the churches ofDevonport, stew and bun Sunday.This will start in August providingthose using the service with anextra hot meal for the week duringthe winter months.Work done by the Counting theHomeless Working Group inconjunction with the ABS and theUniversity of Tasmania indicatesthat there is about 450 people‘‘sleeping rough’’ in Tasmania.■ To donate a pair of gloves drop theminto the Gloves for Gran’s Van box locatedinside The Advocate office in Stewart St,Devonport. If you are looking for a winterproject, why not knit a pair? We havepublished a simple pattern for you to usebelow.WINTER WARMER: Gran’s Van founder Mary Binks is hoping DevonportTimes readers will dig deep and donate a pair of gloves to the Gloves forGran’s Van appeal. Picture: Kate Jowett.BRIEFLYNEWSKaraoke jazzIT IS time to warm up yourvocal chords and preparefor Devonport’s jazzweekend. As a part of thisyear’s celebrations, jazzsingers are asked to takecentre stage andparticipate in the karaokejazz competition. Thecompetition will be heldon July 26 in the Rooke StMall starting at 12pm.There will be a junior anda senior competition onthe day, with the winnersinvited to perform atanother Devonport Jazzevent. Some songsincluded in the karaokeline-up include I’ve gotyou under my skin andNew York, New York. Allparticipants will receive akaraoke booklet andbacking CD. Register atthe 7AD office by 5pm onJuly 21.Medium visitMEDIUM Kathy Coffey willbe at Gourmet 2 Go,Kempling St, on July 17starting at 7.30pm.Tickets are $40 each andnumbers are limited. Tobook a ticket or for moreinformation call0425 766 725.Calling all crafty crittersKNITTERS, start your needles.Gran’s Van needs gloves and thispattern is easy enough to get everyonemotoring along.Whether you are watching TV, onyour lunch break or catching up withfriends — you can make a difference byknitting some gloves for Gran’s Van.Knitting used to be the norm so if youget stuck, there is bound to be an oldhand around to help you.There are many different types ofwool and patterns available, — enjoyyourself, have fun.If you do decide to have a go atknitting a pair of gloves for the Glovesfor Gran’s Van appeal then we wouldlove to hear from you. Write to us at theDevonport Times, PO Box 259,Devonport, call 6498 7881 or emailnews@devonporttimes.com.auHow to make a pair of fingerless glovesMaterials: Two balls ofeight ply wool.Size: About 17cm x 25cmlong.Knitting needles: 4mmdouble-pointed needles.Tension: 30 rows and 22stitches = 10x10cms.Loosely cast on 40 stitches.Divide onto three needles, join,being careful not to twist thestitches.Work in k2-p2 ribbing (*(k2-p2);repeat from * around) until totallength is 15cm, ending at thebeginning of the round.Next round: Cast off the first sixstitches in ribbing, continuearound as established.Next round: Cast on six stitchesover the cast off stitches.Continue in ribbing around.Work in ribbing until total length is22cm or desired length. Cast offloosely in ribbing.Make a second glove to match.Weave in all ends.LIMITED VACANCIES AVAILABLEComptons“Now, there’s a quality, carefreelifestyle you CAN afford”Our retirement communities offer a real alternative to homeownership or traditional communities. Village Life residents havethe opportunity to enjoy a great lifestyle at an affordable price.Five benefits of rentingin a Village Life Community1 No expensive up-front fees2 No hidden costs3 No buy-in costs4 No Exit Fees and no longterm contracts5 Fixed Income? Fixed RentalCALL NOW on 13 36 46 (local call)www.myvillagelife.com.auOur communities feature:managementcall systemCall today and join us for aFREE LUNCH to learn about livingat Village Life Devonport.Devonport Times July 2008 Page 3