This
year’s Summer Fete started with a bang. Thunder,
lightning and torrential rain, to be exact.
But we at St Matthew’s don’t let Old Testament weather
conditions put us off. So we battled on… and won. The
rain eventually stopped, the crowds turned up and we
raised an amazing £4,000 (give or take a few pounds).
Thanks to everyone who gave their energies, their time
and their donations. It was a great family fun day and a
chance to show off all we have to offer at St Matthew’s.
The police and fire crews proved a big hit, particularly
with the children. So did our Noah’s Ark Kiddies Trail
which encouraged many families into the church itself.
The Northampton and District Model Railway Club were
inundated with visitors, the SLT Academy of Irish
Dancers brought Celtic sparkle and colour, and the
Raggle Taggle Folk Band provided music and merriment.
There was a special display of Kingsley’s Fallen Heroes
and an organ recital by Philip Bricher.
A barbecue, Ben’s bouncy castle, face painting, stalls
and games galore kept the crowd happy. So did our beer
tent and Danny’s weightlifting challenge. Our wonderful
Café Guides worked flat out providing tea and
mouth-watering refreshments.
Highlight of the afternoon was the chance to soak Father
Nicholas with wet sponges in the stocks.
The Director of Music, Thomas Moore, is
looking to recruit BOYS from school year 4
to 7 and GIRLS from school year 5 upwards
who are keen to sing and eager to learn.
