New book marks celebrations of Queen's Jubilee (From Ilkley Gazette)
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New book marks celebrations of Queen's Jubilee in Menston
7:30am Wednesday 20th March 2013 in Local news
The Lord Mayor of Bradford, Councillor Dale Smith and the Lady Mayoress Margaret Smith, with parish councillor Sue Rix and Menston librarian Sue White at the launch
A Jubilee Book has been published telling the story of the celebrations in Menston during June 2012 and throughout the year.
Entitled ‘Menston 2012 – Queen’s Diamond Jubilee’, the 48-page book is full of colour photographs and text, all contributed by the villagers.
There is special reference to the Diamond Jubilee year with memories of a weekend of fun and friendship, including the village parade of 1,400 people led by the Lord Mayor of Bradford, Councillor Dale Smith.
The Lord Mayor and his wife Margaret, visited Menston Library in the Kirklands Community Centre on Saturday to officially hand over a copy of the book for the library to librarian Sue White.
Like the Jubilee celebrations, Sue Rix, a parish councillor, has co-ordinated the initiative, supported by the Jubilee Book committee particularly, Hazel Goulden and Judith Knaggs
To obtain a copy contact Sue Rix, of Menston Parish Council.
The book costs £8, or £10 to include postage and packaging.
Call (01943) 875987 or 07939 063120 or send an e-mailsuemartin37@btinternet.com
