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Editorial
Congratulations to those involved in the Poppy Appeal for raising almost £2500.  The new library is due to open on 3 Dec.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Editorx
Police Report
The latest spate of bogus callers such as utilities and a plea to ensure that burglar alarm keyholders are properly briefed.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Localx
Wychwoods Local History Society
John Rawlins spoke of journeys in the Wychwoods in the 1930's, and Tim Copeland talked about the North Oxfordshire Grimsditch.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Memorx
Wychwood Library
The newly extended library opens on 3 Dec.  It will have a council access point, 2 internet terminals, and £6000 worth of new books. Dec/Jan 2001/02 Localx
Wychwood C.E.Primary School
Listing activities undertaken in a busy term, including external visits and fundraising.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Localx
The Pipers Club
Ross Harrison describes the activities of the Pipers Club which is a unique social blub for young people in the Wychwoods aged 6 years and over.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Youthx
The Wychwoods Tennis Club
The New Beaconsfield Hall and new tennis courts offer mini-tennis, adult and junior tennis coaching and club nights, and competitive play.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Sportx
West Oxfordshire Farmers' Market
Taking place in Witney and Chipping Norton, the markets offer fruit, veg, meat, plants, cakes, bread, wine, pottery, crafts, and much more.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Localx
Christmas Quiz
Heather Derkacz poses another 20 questions, with a basket of flowers for the winner.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Specx
News from Fifield
Bob Forster organised an evening of singing and a musical quiz for the Harvest Supper.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Localx
Iraqi Kurdistan – 1975
Johnny Graham recalls travelling to Sulaimaniya with his wife to find their hotel not yet built, and eventually staying with Amin, the Governor.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Travelx
The Holly and the Ivy (and Mistletoe)
Some of the legends, myths and facts surrounding holly, ivy and mistletoe.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Specx
A Personal History of Pantomime in Shipton
John Drew tells of acting, writing and directing productions for the Wychwood Players, first in the old hall and then New Beaconsfield Hall. Dec/Jan 2001/02. Reviewx, Memorx
California Suite – a sweet evening from the Wychwood Players
A most congenial and refreshing occasion, with courteous service, wonderful piano playing during the meal, and a hilarious play.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Reviewx
Church Recording
Bruce Chalmers describes the work of the Cotswold Church Recorders who are about to start work recording St Mary's.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Forgotx
SeeSaw – a new support service for bereaved children in Oxfordshire
Rev Mike Williams, founding chairman of SeeSaw, describes the need for the new service, and what it is going to do, including a letter from Sally.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Youthx
Gardening
Bulbs need to be planted, the next 3 months are the time to plant roses, and tips on decorations for Christmas and watering house plants.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Greenx
Witness Service Oxfordshire Magistrates' Court
Margaret Ward, senior co-ordinator of the Witness Service, describes the work done and the need for volunteers.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Localx
Match of the Day – Every Day!
Andrew Purdy describes the fun, challenge, and confidence building for those playing junior football, and opportunities for parents to be involved. Dec/Jan 2001/02. Sportx
Oxfordshire Jubilee Wildlife Spaces Project
The Oxfordshire Nature Conservation Forum is planning a wildlife space project to celebrate Her Majesty's Jubilee next year.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Wildx
Country Pie
The horrors of 9/11, the golden plovers have returned, there are lots of berries for the birds, and a photo of Tony Boardman walking his dogs.  Dec/Jan 2001/02. Wildx