Being the feast day of an Irish saint ...

Here's a greeting from self-isolation to all our Irish friends ...

Slàinte Mhaith!

Berry now shares this jolly celebration ...

SUSPENDED!

Regrettably, in view of the coronavirus epidemic, we have seen fit to suspend our weekly meetings for the time being.

"Sad, but sensible," was one participant's comment.

(Thank you, Ken. I am often sad, but rarely sensible!)

It seems likely that this suspension will last at least until after Easter.
Our regular members will be e-circulated when it becomes prudent to continue having music and fun in wonderful company, so watch your inbox.

What shall we do about Coronavirus?

DON'T PANIC!

Well, we've all been following the news, haven't we?
As I write, we are supposed to be in the 'containment' phase of this epidemic, but the 'delay' phase appears to be fairly imminent.

The government's advice is to wash hands frequently, to use tissues to collect any respiratory secretions, (catch, kill it, bin it,) and avoid travelling to countries already in lock-down.

So, how should we behave on Friday evenings at The City Folk Club?
We are not a huge gathering, but in addition to all of the above advice, perhaps we should consider our social space and minimise physical contact.

• Hugging and kissing are temporarily suspended.
• Sharing of instruments, (particularly of the wind family,) is to be avoided.

Importantly, please do not attend if any of the following apply ...

• You have any symptoms of respiratory infection, particularly in association with fever.
• You have been in contact, directly or indirectly, with anyone who has tested podsitive for covid-19 within the past two weeks.
• If you have recently returned from any country, or a cruise ship which is known to be currently and seriously affected by coronavirus.

Having said all that, let us hope that we can continue our friendly meetings and enjoy singing 'Happy Birthday' as we visit the wash-rooms!

UPDATE, 12TH MARCH ...

Yes, perhaps not surprisingly, we are in the 'delay' phase of combating the spread of coronavirus.
I am consulting with others and taking advice.
Please feel free to share your opinions regarding the wisdom of continuing or suspending our usual activities, either commenting on this post, or email: cityfolkclub@gmail.com.

Then watch your inbox for further emails.

When Will This Winter Be Over?

Soon ...

Music by Shaun Davey, on keyboard.
Rita Connolly on guitar.

Liam O Flynn, (d. March 2018,) on Uilleann pipes.

What Shall We Do This Friday?

You should already be aware that the club is unable to meet on Friday 6th March because the Guides will be in residence.

Here's an alternative ...
You might consider a trip to The Chapel at Billingshurst.

Stuart and Jan's excellent folk club operates on the first Friday of the month, beginning at 8.30pm.
Details here: https://thechapelatbillingshurst.com/creativity-folk-club-music/

The post code is RH149NP and there is a public car park near Billingshurst Library, (RH14 9JZ.)
Here's a map: