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Busy 2016 for Rushden LAMS

At their April Coffee Morning the Rushden LAMS presented a cheque for £1,200 to their 2015 charity.  Jo and Emma (left and right in photo) received the cheque on behalf of EquATA. It was presented by Caroline Rivett (centre).  Based in Grafton Underwood, EquATA uses the natural environment.  Specially trained horses are used to help a wide range of people on the Autism spectrum and those who have ADHD, have access to therapy for emotional and mental health issues and increase personal development.

At Rushden LAMS Chairman's Coffee Morning in May 2016 yhey celebrated the Queen's 90th birthday and used the occasion to mark the many significant birthdays being celebrated in 2016 by a number of members. Sheila Hartley (70), Evelyn Willmott (90) and Penny Sargent (75) are seen cutting the cake.

On Friday 20 May 2016 Rushden LAMS and guests enjoyed a magical evening of music prresented by Northampton Male Voice Choir who performed in the Lodge Room. This was followed by a delicious supper in Dining Room. Proceeds are to go towards their charities for 2016, Alzheimers Society and Parkinson's UK.