Thanks from Shirl

Shirl sends this message to everyone who helped her celebrate at the Rogerstone and Bassaleg Social Club:

"I would just like to say a big thankyou to all who participated and attended my 40th Birthday Hafla on Friday 1st June. We had a wonderful party and I couldn't think of a better way to see in my 40s.

"Many thanks also for all the gifts and cards. We raised £247 for FASO (False Allegations Support Organisation) and this is enough to support their telephone helpline for 4 months.

"As most of you will be aware I am hosting the 3rd Halloween Bellydancer's Ball - Harem Scarem 3 - this year. It's going to be bigger and better, with a huge venue in Newport, including a stage show, with projected backdrop, professional lighting and it will be open until 1am for all of you who don't turn into pumpkins at midnight.

"This event will take place on 27th October and will take 300 people. If you are interested in taking part please email me as soon as possible so that I can add you to my mailing list. Performers will be notified later this month with more details of this event.

"Don't be a fraidicat, come along!"

Email justpooka @ yahoo.co.uk for further updates from Shirl.

See more photos of Shirl's birthday hafla on the Arabesq website.