This well-organised evening in Whittington back in November provided the LFA’s usual mix of splendid buffet (courtesy of the wonderful Jane Steeley) and lovely flower arrangements, all produced with that well-tried combination of hard work, expertise and flair.
However, the entertainment on this occasion was something quite unexpected: Just Us is a group of talented amateur entertainers based in Whittington, whose members give their time and services at charitable events, and have helped to raise considerable sums in recent years. On this occasion the LFA was the beneficiary of their undoubted talents. Their repertoire included songs, monologues and sketches with something of the flavour of the seaside “end-of-the-pier” concert party of yesteryear. The old jokes are certainly the best, and I haven’t laughed so much in a long time! The rest of the audience seemed to be reduced to a similarly helpless state.
Finally there was the opportunity for audience participation in the singing of “Happy Birthday to you” in honour of a woman who was not even a member of the Association! The membership form and the cheque are in the post – honestly!
Review by Pat Scaife
Editor’s Note – LFA Members will be delighted to hear that Pat has now joined our Membership ranks! Could you encourage a friend to join us this year? Many Members join as a result of being asked by someone they know and inviting someone to join is a great way to help us raise more money for the Festival. You could even buy Membership for a friend or relative as a gift.
