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0:00:17 > 0:00:21- Hello and welcome to Heno - on the first Friday of December.
0:00:21 > 0:00:24- The Christmas party season - has officially started.
0:00:24 > 0:00:29- Tonight, there are celebrations - and events taking place...
0:00:29 > 0:00:33- ..across the country - including Pontsian and Dolgellau.
0:00:33 > 0:00:37- Pontsian YFC holds a concert - at Pontsian tonight...
0:00:37 > 0:00:42- ..to raise money - for a special cause.
0:00:42 > 0:00:47- Ho-ho-ho! I'm in Dolgellau with - a sack full of Christmas books.
0:00:47 > 0:00:49- I'm also joined by three author.
0:00:49 > 0:00:53- I'll also chat to Rhian Cadwaladr, - Haf Llewelyn and Bethan Gwanas.
0:00:54 > 0:00:58- Also on the programme, we continue - with our Welsh pantomime series...
0:00:58 > 0:01:02- ..as we take a look behind the - scenes at the Felinfach pantomime.
0:01:02 > 0:01:05- Where's the best pantomime in Wales - this year?
0:01:05 > 0:01:06- Is it behind you?
0:01:06 > 0:01:07- Is it behind you?- - No.
0:01:07 > 0:01:08- Is it in front of you?
0:01:08 > 0:01:09- Is it in front of you?- - No.
0:01:09 > 0:01:11- Where, then?
0:01:11 > 0:01:16- Where, then?- - Theatr Felinfach - oh, yes it is!
0:01:16 > 0:01:20- From Felinfach - to the battle of the stars.
0:01:20 > 0:01:23- The latest Star Wars film is on its - way and the mega fans are excited.
0:01:23 > 0:01:26- We have a full studio of guests - this evening.
0:01:27 > 0:01:32- The actress, Ceri Eleri is here to - tell us about a new Christmas show.
0:01:32 > 0:01:37- We chat to Cai Emlyn to discuss - International Volunteer Day.
0:01:37 > 0:01:41- All the way from Anglesey, - we have Y Moniars.
0:01:41 > 0:01:45- We also have our - Christmas Cracker Competition.
0:01:45 > 0:01:49- If you entered last night, we may be - calling you later in the programme.
0:01:49 > 0:01:54- We also have another chance for you - to enter this evening.
0:01:55 > 0:01:57- There's a cracker of - a Friday night expecting you.
0:01:57 > 0:02:00- Welcome to Heno.
0:02:04 > 0:02:09- Traditionally, the Christmas period - is important for families.
0:02:09 > 0:02:12- Tonight, we have a story about - a family from Ceredition...
0:02:13 > 0:02:16- ..and their daughter, - Betsan Fflur Lloyd Jones.
0:02:16 > 0:02:22- Betsan was born 14 weeks early and - weighed only 1 pound and 5 ounces.
0:02:22 > 0:02:26- Tonight, her family have arranged - a fundraising evening...
0:02:26 > 0:02:30- ..to raise money for the Singleton - Newborn Unit in Swansea...
0:02:30 > 0:02:33- ..and Glangwili Hospital - in Carmarthen.
0:02:34 > 0:02:37- Both of these units have cared for - Betsan and have kept her alive.
0:02:37 > 0:02:40- Heledd is with them this evening - at Ponsian Village Hall.
0:02:40 > 0:02:42- Good evening, Heledd.
0:02:42 > 0:02:45- Good evening, Rhodri and Mari.
0:02:45 > 0:02:52- I'm at a special fund-raising event - in Pontsian.
0:02:52 > 0:02:54- It's also an evening to celebrate.
0:02:54 > 0:02:57- Let's hear the story - of this incredible baby.
0:03:01 > 0:03:08- I had shoulder pain and didn't think - it was linked with the pregnancy.
0:03:09 > 0:03:14- At seven o'clock, I had a scan and - there wasn't any water around her.
0:03:14 > 0:03:18- At twelve o'clock, they chose to - carry out an emergency C-section...
0:03:18 > 0:03:25- ..because my blood pressure - was so high.
0:03:26 > 0:03:29- She was born - and weighed 1lb and 5oz...
0:03:29 > 0:03:33- ..and spent nine weeks - in an incubator.
0:03:33 > 0:03:38- She spent six weeks in Singleton - and another four in Glangwili.
0:03:39 > 0:03:44- She was so small - and couldn't retain her heat.
0:03:44 > 0:03:46- It was difficult to feed her...
0:03:47 > 0:03:53- ..so they started in the first week - with 0.5ml of milk an hour.
0:03:53 > 0:03:58- It was a tiny amount - because her stomach was so small.
0:03:59 > 0:04:05- The discovered that she had MRSA - so she had barrier nursing.
0:04:06 > 0:04:09- She had one-to-one - with a single nurse.
0:04:09 > 0:04:13- She couldn't treat - any other babies...
0:04:14 > 0:04:18- ..in case she passed - the staphylococcus to other babies.
0:04:18 > 0:04:25- We're an agricultural family - so staphylococcus was on our body.
0:04:25 > 0:04:30- They weren't overly worried - but concerned about other babies.
0:04:30 > 0:04:34- We couldn't move her or touch her.
0:04:34 > 0:04:40- It was very difficult - because I couldn't hold my own baby.
0:04:40 > 0:04:46- She was carried to me - with all the wires and tubes.
0:04:46 > 0:04:50- All the nurses were willing to help.
0:04:50 > 0:04:57- I was luck to spend - 30 minutes a day with her.
0:04:59 > 0:05:06- She was 10lbs and 10oz a few days - ago and is almost seven months old.
0:05:06 > 0:05:12- Those babies born at the same time - are double her size.
0:05:12 > 0:05:17- She's healthy and I can't complain - because she's wonderful...
0:05:18 > 0:05:21- ..and we've been very lucky.
0:05:33 > 0:05:36- It was wonderful to see Betsan.
0:05:37 > 0:05:40- I'm joined by Rhys Lloyd - who is Betsan's father.
0:05:40 > 0:05:44- Life remained busy for you - whilst Betsan was in hospital.
0:05:44 > 0:05:46- You had to run the family farm.
0:05:47 > 0:05:57- It was difficult to work - around everything.
0:05:57 > 0:06:01- It was the silage season - and I had to do the milking too.
0:06:01 > 0:06:05- You are taking part tonight.
0:06:05 > 0:06:17- I'm singing with the lads.
0:06:17 > 0:06:22- It should be a lot of fun.
0:06:22 > 0:06:29- The lads have a close - connection with Betsan.
0:06:29 > 0:06:45- Betsan's uncles and godfathers - are singing too.
0:06:45 > 0:06:49- Pontsian YFC - have busy raising money.
0:06:49 > 0:06:52- We did some hospital bed pushing - with Tommo in the bed.
0:06:53 > 0:07:02- It poured with rain!
0:07:02 > 0:07:06- The club has also been successful.
0:07:06 > 0:07:10- Endaf Griffiths has won the Chair - in the local Eisteddfod...
0:07:10 > 0:07:13- ..and in the National Eisteddfod.
0:07:14 > 0:07:24- We're very proud of Endaf.
0:07:24 > 0:07:28- On Sunday, we have a public - speaking competition in English.
0:07:28 > 0:07:31- The Welsh contest - continues in the year.
0:07:31 > 0:07:35- What are you doing tonight?
0:07:35 > 0:07:49- We're singing in the choir!
0:07:50 > 0:07:55- Some of tonight's guests - will visit the Felinfach pantomime.
0:07:55 > 0:07:58- Thank you, Heledd.
0:07:58 > 0:08:01- The actress and author, - Ceri Elen joins us on the sofa.
0:08:01 > 0:08:03- Welcome to Heno.
0:08:03 > 0:08:14- Thank you.
0:08:15 > 0:08:26- You were about to go to - Australia when we last saw you.
0:08:26 > 0:08:30- You were performing - at the Opera House.
0:08:30 > 0:08:34- Yes, and it was great.
0:08:34 > 0:08:37- I had a really warm welcome.
0:08:37 > 0:08:46- I could see the Dylan Thomas's work - was very popular.
0:08:46 > 0:08:50- We did an adaptation of - Adventures in the Skin Trade.
0:08:50 > 0:08:59- It was wonderful.
0:08:59 > 0:09:07- You are working closer to home - with a new show now.
0:09:07 > 0:09:12- I've translated - my latest production...
0:09:12 > 0:09:21- ..of The Princess and the Pea.
0:09:21 > 0:09:31- I struggled to translate the - Hans Christian Anderson classic.
0:09:31 > 0:09:42- The Welsh word for pea - isn't something common!
0:09:42 > 0:09:46- What's so special about being part - of a Christmas show?
0:09:46 > 0:09:49- It's wonderful to perform - at Christmas.
0:09:49 > 0:09:53- I've never done it before.
0:09:53 > 0:10:02- We're working at - the Sherman Theatre.
0:10:03 > 0:10:09- They also have The Lion, - The Witch and the Wardrobe.
0:10:10 > 0:10:13- Everyone enjoys at the theatre - at this time of year.
0:10:13 > 0:10:16- Yes, that's right.
0:10:16 > 0:10:22- Everyone loves a Christmas show.
0:10:22 > 0:10:27- What's your role in the show?
0:10:27 > 0:10:30- We all play storytellers - in this new production.
0:10:30 > 0:10:36- I also become the princess.
0:10:36 > 0:10:43- We're also going to tour.
0:10:44 > 0:10:54- We're going to places that - don't normally have performances.
0:10:54 > 0:10:57- This is great for the communities.
0:10:57 > 0:11:06- The response - has been favourable too.
0:11:07 > 0:11:11- The response has been great.
0:11:11 > 0:11:19- I'm working until Christmas Eve.
0:11:20 > 0:11:23- There are further performances - after Christmas too.
0:11:24 > 0:11:26- Next, we have a story - from Porthmadog...
0:11:27 > 0:11:29- ..and the talented cooks - at Ysgol Eifion Wyn school.
0:11:30 > 0:11:34- They've been busy creating a recipe - for the Buy Local Gwynedd contest...
0:11:34 > 0:11:37- ..and the famous chef, Dudley - will prepare the winning meal...
0:11:37 > 0:11:40- ..at the Portmeirion Food Festival - over the weekend.
0:11:41 > 0:11:44- Portmeirion has been transformed - for the weekend.
0:11:44 > 0:11:49- The marquees and huts are ready - for the annual food and craft fayre.
0:11:50 > 0:11:55- This year, we had a competition for - children from local primary schools.
0:11:55 > 0:12:00- They had to devise a recipe - for a prize of 250.
0:12:00 > 0:12:03- Ysgol Eifion Wyn School - are the winners.
0:12:04 > 0:12:09- We compared spices such as garlic.
0:12:09 > 0:12:16- We're happy to win 250 and excited - about Dudley cooking our recipe.
0:12:17 > 0:12:24- We used Welsh lamb chops - in our recipe.
0:12:24 > 0:12:29- There's also chilli and ginger.
0:12:29 > 0:12:32- It was good!
0:12:37 > 0:12:42- There's plenty of events taking - place around Wales in our Calendar.
0:12:52 > 0:12:59- Join us for our Christmas fayre - at Ysgol Llanllwni...
0:12:59 > 0:13:08- ..on 5 December - from 10.00am to 2.00pm.
0:13:08 > 0:13:15- Menter Gorllewin Sir Gar and Yr Atom - has a Christmas fayre on 5 December.
0:13:15 > 0:13:22- It runs from 12.00pm to 3.00pm - so come and support local produce.
0:13:23 > 0:13:26- The annual concert - of Cor Godre'r Aran choir...
0:13:26 > 0:13:30- ..features the baritone, Roland Wood - and Dean Wright of Utgorn.
0:13:31 > 0:13:38- It's on 5 December at Ysgol y Berwyn - School in Bala at 7.30pm.
0:13:38 > 0:13:42- At the Na n-Og stall in Portmeirion - this weekend...
0:13:42 > 0:13:46- ..Bethan Gwanas - is signing her new book at 11.30am.
0:13:46 > 0:13:53- At 2.00pm, Dafydd Iwan - is signing his new book and CD.
0:13:53 > 0:13:58- Ysgol Llanllechid School - has its coffee morning...
0:13:58 > 0:14:03- ..at the cricket club at 10.00am - on Saturday 5 December.
0:14:03 > 0:14:07- All are welcome. Ho-ho-ho!
0:14:11 > 0:14:13- We've received another event.
0:14:13 > 0:14:18- Dafydd Iwan and his friends perform - at the Guildhall Tavern, Denbigh...
0:14:18 > 0:14:22- ..at 7.30pm tomorrow night - with tickets for sale on the door.
0:14:22 > 0:14:25- We have another jam-packed Calendar - later in the programme.
0:14:25 > 0:14:28- After the break...
0:14:28 > 0:14:34- ..we meet some Star Wars fanatics - as they look ahead to the new film.
0:14:34 > 0:14:39- We also catch up with Y Moniars.
0:14:40 > 0:14:43- See you in a couple of minutes.
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0:14:56 > 0:14:57- Welcome back.
0:14:57 > 0:15:02- We're delighted to meet the popular - Anglesey band, Y Moniars.
0:15:02 > 0:15:05- Welcome to you all.
0:15:05 > 0:15:09- We'll start with you, Arfon.
0:15:09 > 0:15:14- The band is just like Heno - and is celebrating 25 years.
0:15:14 > 0:15:20- Yes, there's been 25 years of Heno - and 25 years of Y Moniars.
0:15:20 > 0:15:23- Time has flown for you as a band.
0:15:23 > 0:15:27- Yes, and Richard and I are - the only original members...
0:15:27 > 0:15:31- ..because the others were in primary - school when the band was formed.
0:15:31 > 0:15:36- I'm sure you've had a lot - of highlights in the past 25 years.
0:15:36 > 0:15:41- We performed in the Celtic - Connections festival in Glasgow...
0:15:41 > 0:15:45- ..and in an amphitheatre in Brittany - which was amazing.
0:15:46 > 0:15:51- The people in Brittany - do things on a massive scale.
0:15:51 > 0:15:54- We're delighted - that you can join us.
0:15:54 > 0:15:58- You have a new album - to celebrate your 25 years...
0:15:58 > 0:16:06- ..and you're performing - the only carol from that new album.
0:16:06 > 0:16:10- It's based on a shopping trip - to Tesco last Christmas.
0:16:10 > 0:16:14- There are other shops available!
0:16:14 > 0:16:21- It was horrible and everyone - was crashing into each other.
0:16:21 > 0:16:27- I wondered what it meant for me - and for Christmas.
0:16:28 > 0:16:35- It's about leaving the cities to - find the true meaning of Christmas.
0:16:35 > 0:16:40- All proceeds of the album - will go to a very good cause too.
0:16:40 > 0:16:45- Yes, we lost a dear friend called - Ellis Bryn from Llanystumdwy.
0:16:45 > 0:16:50- He played the rhythm guitar - with the band.
0:16:50 > 0:16:55- He lost his battle - with kidney disease...
0:16:55 > 0:17:00- ..so we're donating our profit - to the Kidney Wales Foundation.
0:17:01 > 0:17:04- There's an array of songs - on the album.
0:17:04 > 0:17:09- You also have a third edition of - the book Pwy Wnaeth y Ser Uwchben?
0:17:09 > 0:17:15- I can't believe how busy it is - and I'm supposed to be retired!
0:17:15 > 0:17:18- This is the third edition - of Pwy Wnaeth y Ser Uwchben?
0:17:18 > 0:17:23- Curiad has worked hard - to produce a CD of all the songs...
0:17:23 > 0:17:31- ..and there's the accompaniment - so the children can sing along too.
0:17:31 > 0:17:33- I'm sure it will sell well over - Christmas.
0:17:34 > 0:17:36- Have you got any gigs - before Christmas?
0:17:36 > 0:17:41- We'd stay for your party tonight - if it wasn't for our gig tomorrow.
0:17:41 > 0:17:46- We're going to be at Cartio Mon - and are there on New Year's Eve too.
0:17:46 > 0:17:52- They have a great hall and we're - delighted to perform there tomorrow.
0:17:53 > 0:17:57- Good luck tomorrow and we can't wait - to hear your song later.
0:17:57 > 0:18:01- Thank you very much.
0:18:01 > 0:18:04- Next, we enter the world of films.
0:18:04 > 0:18:08- The latest Star Wars film hits our - cinema screens before Christmas...
0:18:08 > 0:18:12- ..entitled Star Wars: - The Force Awakens.
0:18:12 > 0:18:15- Excitement is mounting among - the franchise's fanbase.
0:18:15 > 0:18:19- Rhodri meets those who are - counting down the hours...
0:18:19 > 0:18:22- ..until Luke, Leia, Han and Chewie - return to the big screen.
0:18:23 > 0:18:26- The Force is strong in my family.
0:18:27 > 0:18:29- My father has it.
0:18:30 > 0:18:30- I have it.
0:18:31 > 0:18:33- My sister has it.
0:18:34 > 0:18:37- You have that power too.
0:18:38 > 0:18:44- Yes, the Millennium Falcon - and original characters are back!
0:18:44 > 0:18:53- They changed the cinema world - and everyone remembers seeing them.
0:18:54 > 0:19:01- I was eight when Star Wars was - released and remember the queues.
0:19:01 > 0:19:06- The best trick was "A long time - ago in a galaxy far, far away"...
0:19:06 > 0:19:09- ..and you didn't question that.
0:19:09 > 0:19:14- It was a Saturday and Wales was - playing Italy in the Five Nations.
0:19:14 > 0:19:18- Dad was going to the match - so I asked him for a lift.
0:19:18 > 0:19:24- He thought I'd found rugby but was - unhappy I was seeing a sci-fi film!
0:19:24 > 0:19:29- I saw a film that changed my life.
0:19:29 > 0:19:39- When I was three, I'd wear a box - on my head as if I was Darth Vader.
0:19:40 > 0:19:45- There's adventure, disappointment, - sorrow and joy.
0:19:45 > 0:19:48- There's something for everyone.
0:19:48 > 0:19:55- I like Star Wars because of - the characters and lightsabers.
0:19:56 > 0:19:59- My favourite character - is Luke Skywalker.
0:19:59 > 0:20:07- I'm seeing Star Wars: The Force - Awakens at 12.01am on 17 December.
0:20:08 > 0:20:15- I'll be one of the first - to see the film in the whole world.
0:20:15 > 0:20:19- It isn't released until 18 December - in America...
0:20:19 > 0:20:30- ..so I won't see any spoilers online - the second the film is over.
0:20:30 > 0:20:36- The films aren't the only things - that the fans love.
0:20:36 > 0:20:40- The merchandise was important.
0:20:41 > 0:20:44- I had a Chewbacca toy - before I'd seen him in the film.
0:20:44 > 0:20:48- George Lucas was clever enough - to take on the merchandise...
0:20:48 > 0:20:55- ..and became a millionaire - from the sales of these characters.
0:20:55 > 0:21:00- My personal favourite - is the Darth Vader helmet.
0:21:00 > 0:21:05- I love the Millennium Falcon by - Darth Vader epitomizes Star Wars.
0:21:05 > 0:21:12- All the great guys wear black!
0:21:12 > 0:21:18- Darth Vader is the biggest, baddest - baddie in the whole galaxy.
0:21:18 > 0:21:23- The scene in The Empire Strikes Back - when he says "I am your father"...
0:21:23 > 0:21:29- ..is one of the most iconic scenes - of 20th century cinema.
0:21:29 > 0:21:30- The Dark Side.
0:21:33 > 0:21:34- A Jedi.
0:21:41 > 0:21:43- They're real.
0:21:44 > 0:21:50- It's simply a young farmhand, Luke - Skywalker going on an adventure...
0:21:50 > 0:21:53- ..and destroys the Empire - by himself.
0:21:53 > 0:21:57- Luke, Leia, Han and Chewie - are back and that's all I wanted.
0:21:58 > 0:22:01- These are the heroes - I loved as a child.
0:22:01 > 0:22:06- It'll be great because JJ Abrams is - involved and he rebooted Star Trek.
0:22:06 > 0:22:13- I can't wait to see the Millennium - Falcon flying on the screen again...
0:22:13 > 0:22:20- ..and hearing Han Solo say, - "Punch it, Chewie!"
0:22:20 > 0:22:22- WOOKIEE ROAR
0:22:22 > 0:22:25- Cheewie, we're home!
0:22:25 > 0:22:28- WOOKIEE ROAR
0:22:36 > 0:22:39- It's so popular.
0:22:39 > 0:22:43- This year's S4C Christmas film - features on Sam Ar Y Sgrin tonight.
0:22:43 > 0:22:47- Pethau Bychain Dolig includes actors - who are portraying themselves!
0:22:47 > 0:22:51- Here's a preview from Alun.
0:22:51 > 0:22:58- I play a Del Boy type of character - that's the complete opposite to me.
0:23:05 > 0:23:08- I play a character - who's a bit of a wheeler-dealer.
0:23:09 > 0:23:12- I get up to no-good and Dewi - doesn't want to get involved.
0:23:13 > 0:23:15- But in some way or other, - he ends up helping me.
0:23:15 > 0:23:18- We wish you all the best - and enjoy the rest of that vodka.
0:23:18 > 0:23:20- This isn't vodka, Mam. It's water.
0:23:20 > 0:23:23- This isn't vodka, Mam. It's water.- - Merry Christmas to you.
0:23:25 > 0:23:29- Tune into Sam Ar Y Sgrin at 9.30pm.
0:23:30 > 0:23:36- Here's Huw Stephens with this week's - Rhestr question that's worth 1,000!
0:23:37 > 0:24:03- Hello, Heno, - here is this week's Rhestr question.
0:24:03 > 0:24:12- Which of the newpapers - was the first to be established?
0:24:12 > 0:24:14- To compete, you have to be over 16.
0:24:15 > 0:24:19- Visit our website and complete - the form on www.s4c.cymru/rhestr
0:24:19 > 0:24:23- Write to Rhestr with your answer, - name and contact details...
0:24:23 > 0:24:25- ..to PO Box 4390, Cardiff, CF14 8LQ.
0:24:25 > 0:24:29- We must receive your entries - before midday on Wednesday.
0:24:29 > 0:24:32- We'll announce the winner - on next Thursday's Heno.
0:24:33 > 0:24:35- Don't forget to enter!
0:24:35 > 0:24:38- Cai Emlyn from Newcastle Emlyn - has joined us...
0:24:38 > 0:24:42- ..to discuss his experience - as a volunteer with various groups.
0:24:42 > 0:24:46- Tomorrow is earmarked as - International Volunteer Day.
0:24:46 > 0:24:49- Cai won an award earlier this year - in recognition of his work.
0:24:50 > 0:24:53- Tell us more about your title.
0:24:54 > 0:24:59- Earlier this year...
0:25:00 > 0:25:07- ..I was given the title - of Volunteer of the Millennium!
0:25:07 > 0:25:22- How did you get this title?
0:25:22 > 0:25:27- All those who volunteer aged - between 16 to 25...
0:25:28 > 0:25:38- ..work an array of hours.
0:25:38 > 0:25:48- You're given certificates...
0:25:48 > 0:25:52- ..for the number of hours - that you work.
0:25:52 > 0:25:54- They are given by Carwyn Jones.
0:25:55 > 0:26:01- We have the three certficiates here.
0:26:01 > 0:26:05- I managed to do 200 hours.
0:26:05 > 0:26:19- I've always wanted to work on radio.
0:26:19 > 0:26:32- I walked on the pitch - with John Hartson.
0:26:32 > 0:26:37- You had a choice too - - you could have had Giggs!
0:26:37 > 0:26:42- I could have chosen to go - with Ryan Giggs...
0:26:43 > 0:26:49- ..but John Hartson was the man - I was walking onto the pitch with.
0:26:49 > 0:26:55- I now work with Radio Cymru - in Cardiff.
0:26:55 > 0:27:06- It's a six month contract.
0:27:07 > 0:27:08- I have problems with my eyes.
0:27:09 > 0:27:12- After the break, we chat with - three authors in Dolgellau...
0:27:12 > 0:27:16- ..with different reasons - for celebrating Christmas.
0:27:16 > 0:27:19- If you entered last night's - Christmas Cracker Competition...
0:27:20 > 0:27:23- ..we could be phoning you - in the next part of the programme.
0:27:23 > 0:27:26- There are some fantastic prizes - up for grabs!
0:27:26 > 0:27:31- It's time for a quick cuppa - and make a note of the number.
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0:27:46 > 0:27:48- Welcome back.
0:27:49 > 0:27:53- Later, we'll phone the winner of - our Christmas Cracker Competition.
0:27:53 > 0:28:00- First, Gerallt is joined - by three wise women in Dolgellau.
0:28:02 > 0:28:04- Good evening to you both.
0:28:04 > 0:28:08- Welcome to the iconic T H Roberts - coffee shop in Dolgellau.
0:28:09 > 0:28:13- It's the launch of Botany Bay - published by Bethan Gwanas.
0:28:13 > 0:28:17- It's Bethan's first book - for adults in ten years.
0:28:17 > 0:28:21- We're also joined by the authors, - Rhian Cadwaladr and Haf Llewelyn.
0:28:21 > 0:28:24- They claim that a writer's life - can be lonely.
0:28:24 > 0:28:28- But the company of these ladies - makes tonight extra special.
0:28:28 > 0:28:35- We've all been so lonely for a - long time so it makes it worth it!
0:28:35 > 0:28:39- It's your first novel for adults - in ten years.
0:28:39 > 0:28:42- Some people will be stunned by this - as you're always writing.
0:28:43 > 0:28:49- Yes, but I write short things - for Yr Herald or for children.
0:28:49 > 0:28:52- This is a historic novel but I'm not - an expert like Haf Llewelyn.
0:28:53 > 0:28:57- I'm not in a hurry - to write another historic novel...
0:28:57 > 0:29:02- ..because writing this book - has almost killed me.
0:29:02 > 0:29:10- I think I enjoyed my research - so much that I forgot to write!
0:29:11 > 0:29:16- It's finally between two covers - so you must be relieved.
0:29:16 > 0:29:20- Yes, and it's great to be here.
0:29:20 > 0:29:25- The lady in the book is a real-life - figure who would have visited here.
0:29:25 > 0:29:28- Her name is Ann Lewis.
0:29:28 > 0:29:32- She was a real person - who was accused of theft in 1833.
0:29:32 > 0:29:41- I've grown very fond of Ann and - I hope the readers feel the same.
0:29:41 > 0:29:48- Haf and Bethan run a reading - or literary group in Dolgellau.
0:29:48 > 0:29:52- You'll also take part in - tonight's literary activities.
0:29:53 > 0:29:55- It's great to be here - with Bethan tonight.
0:29:56 > 0:30:00- I'll be asking her - about writing this novel.
0:30:01 > 0:30:06- Our group of nine members meet and - discuss books once every two months.
0:30:06 > 0:30:15- It's a lot of fun but I don't think - we'll discuss this book.
0:30:16 > 0:30:19- I know you don't want to steal - Bethan's thunder...
0:30:20 > 0:30:27- ..but you also have a book - for Wales's youngest of readers.
0:30:27 > 0:30:32- Yes, there's five books for children - who are learning to read.
0:30:33 > 0:30:40- It's light-hearted and a bit of fun - with some rhymes.
0:30:41 > 0:30:45- The best thing come in threes.
0:30:46 > 0:30:51- Bethan is quite prolific but - this is your first novel, Rhian.
0:30:51 > 0:30:56- Yes, and never thought - I'd finish it!
0:30:56 > 0:31:01- Who gets the dog?
0:31:01 > 0:31:04- The novel starts with Gwen Nerys.
0:31:04 > 0:31:07- Gwen Nerys is the main character.
0:31:07 > 0:31:10- The novel - is called Fi Sy'n Cael y Ci.
0:31:10 > 0:31:14- You have to read the book - to find out who gets the dog!
0:31:15 > 0:31:18- The character has a hangover - after a rather wild party.
0:31:19 > 0:31:23- Yes, it was her 50th birthday - and we look at what happens after...
0:31:23 > 0:31:27- ..as her relationship is over.
0:31:27 > 0:31:32- This is more common for people - in their fifties.
0:31:33 > 0:31:37- Children leave home - and their parents are getting old.
0:31:37 > 0:31:43- But I've tried to make it - a humourous read too.
0:31:43 > 0:31:46- I hope it's a real portrayal - of a woman in her fifties.
0:31:46 > 0:31:48- Thank you, ladies.
0:31:49 > 0:31:51- I hope you enjoy your night, Bethan.
0:31:51 > 0:31:56- Let's hope everyone - reads Botany Bay.
0:31:56 > 0:32:03- These literate ladies are sure to - sell a lot of books this Christmas.
0:32:05 > 0:32:10- Thank you, Gerallt.
0:32:11 > 0:32:22- It's time to call one of the lucky - viewers who entered our competition.
0:32:22 > 0:32:26- If you entered - our Christmas Cracker Competition...
0:32:26 > 0:32:31- ..make sure - that you're close to your phone.
0:32:31 > 0:32:35- Let's get dialling.
0:32:35 > 0:32:38- The number is from - the area of Colwyn Bay.
0:32:39 > 0:32:42- Last night, Hannah Daniel asked - who wanted to kill the Baby Jesus.
0:32:43 > 0:32:44- The correct answer is Herod.
0:32:44 > 0:32:48- It's ringing.
0:32:48 > 0:32:50- It's still ringing.
0:32:51 > 0:32:53- Hello?
0:32:54 > 0:32:57- Hello, it's Mari and Rhodri - from S4C's Heno.
0:32:57 > 0:33:02- Do you have something to tell us?
0:33:02 > 0:33:06- Hello, it's Mari and Rhodri - from S4C's Heno.
0:33:06 > 0:33:08- Do you have something to tell us?
0:33:08 > 0:33:12- Christmas Cracker!
0:33:13 > 0:33:16- Who's on the line, please?
0:33:16 > 0:33:19- It's Linda Ellis.
0:33:19 > 0:33:23- Where are you calling from?
0:33:23 > 0:33:27- I'm in Rhydyfoel.
0:33:28 > 0:33:33- Please choose a cracker - between 1 and 34.
0:33:33 > 0:33:37- I'll have number 9.
0:33:37 > 0:33:40- Let's pull the cracker - to see what you've won.
0:33:41 > 0:33:46- Congratulations, this is your prize.
0:33:46 > 0:33:51- Congratulations, - you've won jewellery by Lora Wyn.
0:33:51 > 0:33:54- Thank you very much.
0:33:55 > 0:34:00- For every prize that you win, a - gift will also be given to charity.
0:34:01 > 0:34:05- This year, there's a monetary - donation to Ty Hafan.
0:34:05 > 0:34:09- Thank you for entering our - Christmas Cracker Competition.
0:34:10 > 0:34:12- A very Merry Christmas to you!
0:34:12 > 0:34:16- You can still enter our - Christmas Cracker Competition...
0:34:16 > 0:34:19- ..and win a prize on Monday night.
0:34:19 > 0:34:24- The adventurer and presenter, - Lowri Morgan has a question for you.
0:34:24 > 0:34:26- How did Mary travel to Bethlehem?
0:34:27 > 0:34:31- 1) on a scooter, 2) on an elephant, - or 3) on a donkey?
0:34:31 > 0:34:35- Merry Christmas - and a Happy New Year to you all!
0:34:36 > 0:34:38- Thank you, Lowri.
0:34:38 > 0:34:41- How did Mary travel to Bethlehem?
0:34:41 > 0:34:46- 1) on a scooter, 2) on an elephant, - or 3) on a donkey?
0:34:46 > 0:34:55- Call us with your answer - on 08443 35 12 44.
0:34:55 > 0:34:59- It's 5p a minute plus your telephone - company's network access charge.
0:34:59 > 0:35:03- The phone lines close at 2.00pm - on Monday 7 December.
0:35:03 > 0:35:05- Every entrant needs to be - over the age of 18.
0:35:05 > 0:35:09- Don't call after the lines close - or you will still be charged.
0:35:09 > 0:35:12- Full terms and conditions - can be found on www.heno.tv
0:35:12 > 0:35:14- Good luck to you.
0:35:14 > 0:35:18- There's plenty of time for you - to enter over the weekend.
0:35:18 > 0:35:21- It's time for a short break.
0:35:21 > 0:35:24- Join us in a few minutes to hear - what audiences can expect...
0:35:24 > 0:35:27- ..from the annual - Theatr Felinfach pantomime.
0:35:27 > 0:35:32- Y Moniars perform Cyn i'r Haul Fynd - Lawr from their new Christmas CD.
0:35:32 > 0:35:38- First, let's hear about more of your - weekend events in our Calendar.
0:35:47 > 0:35:52- Cor Caerdydd's Christmas concert - is at St Thomas in Monmouth...
0:35:52 > 0:35:56- ..on Sunday afternoon at 4.00pm.
0:35:56 > 0:36:00- Tickets cost 10 - and include tea and mince pies.
0:36:00 > 0:36:03- It's in aid of the Monmouthshire - and District Eisteddfod.
0:36:03 > 0:36:07- Catrefi Cymunedol Gwynedd - holds a day of fun festivities...
0:36:07 > 0:36:12- ..at the Blaenau Ffestiniog - Sports Hall tomorrow from 11.00am.
0:36:12 > 0:36:16- We've got fantastic activities - for the entire family...
0:36:16 > 0:36:22- ..including face painting, - a bouncy castle, games and prizes.
0:36:22 > 0:36:28- Tomorrow at the Guildhall Tavern - in Denbigh...
0:36:28 > 0:36:34- ..Dafydd Iwan and friends - perform for us at 7.30pm.
0:36:34 > 0:36:39- Tickets are 8 or 9 on the door.
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0:36:49 > 0:36:51- Subtitles
0:36:53 > 0:36:56- Welcome back.
0:36:56 > 0:37:00- Yvonne has joined us this evening. - Welcome to the programme.
0:37:00 > 0:37:06- Thank you.
0:37:06 > 0:37:11- It was drier today.
0:37:12 > 0:37:15- Yes, it's been drier today.
0:37:15 > 0:37:25- There's also been strong winds.
0:37:26 > 0:37:30- Storm Desmond - will bring more wind and rain.
0:37:30 > 0:37:37- there are weather warnings - in place in the North West.
0:37:37 > 0:37:39- What events are taking place?
0:37:39 > 0:37:42- Bangor Community Group - have sent us a message.
0:37:42 > 0:37:46- Christmas festivities arrive - at Bangor's high street tomorrow.
0:37:46 > 0:37:49- Take an umbrella!
0:37:49 > 0:37:52- We've received a tweet - from Pethau Pontcanna.
0:37:52 > 0:37:55- A Christmas fair is held - at Y Mochyn Du tomorrow.
0:37:55 > 0:37:59- It's going to be dry in Cardiff.
0:37:59 > 0:38:03- Ysgol Henry Richard has a Christmas - fair next Wednesday at 6.30pm.
0:38:03 > 0:38:09- There'll be plenty of stalls - offering perfect festive gifts.
0:38:09 > 0:38:14- Rhodri Gomer is opening the event.
0:38:15 > 0:38:21- It should be dry and mild.
0:38:21 > 0:38:24- Don't forget the weather warnings.
0:38:24 > 0:38:26- Is the pantomime - at Theatr Felinfach...
0:38:27 > 0:38:28- ..the oldest Welsh panto in Wales?
0:38:29 > 0:38:31- Contact us if you know the answer!
0:38:31 > 0:38:35- Felinfach's panto is a highlight - in Ceredigion's local calendar.
0:38:35 > 0:38:39- Heledd hears more about the show.
0:38:45 > 0:38:49- Theatr Felinfach has stood - for over 40 years since 1971...
0:38:49 > 0:38:54- ..but the Felinfach pantomime - is even older!
0:38:54 > 0:38:58- We wanted a Welsh pantomime.
0:38:59 > 0:39:03- This site was - an agricultural college.
0:39:03 > 0:39:07- The concept of the pantomime - developed in the early 1970s.
0:39:07 > 0:39:13- There's been an annual community - pantomime since that time...
0:39:13 > 0:39:18- ..so we've had at least - 40 pantomimes!
0:39:18 > 0:39:21- The Felinfach pantomime - is always original...
0:39:21 > 0:39:25- ..and is a community project - from start to finish.
0:39:25 > 0:39:31- It's a fun project for all ages both - on stage and in the preparations.
0:39:31 > 0:39:36- What is this year's pantomime?
0:39:36 > 0:39:42- It's called H20-o and is a play - on the formula for water.
0:39:42 > 0:39:50- The story of water and fishing was - inspired by the late, Moc Morgan.
0:39:50 > 0:39:54- We travel into the future - and there's a great drought.
0:39:54 > 0:40:00- The drought causes an array of - problems for a fishing festival.
0:40:00 > 0:40:09- There's baddies who have a plan - to sell Ceredigion for fracking...
0:40:09 > 0:40:17- ..thus destroying the land - and the local communities.
0:40:17 > 0:40:22- I'm reprising the role of Mami - for the Felinfach pantomime.
0:40:22 > 0:40:28- It's easy as I'm given a script - and act it out.
0:40:28 > 0:40:34- The toughest part - is learning my lines and cues.
0:40:35 > 0:40:40- H20-o has all the elements - of a typical pantomime.
0:40:40 > 0:40:49- I'm Casi Bawb and watch your back - or we'll be fracking in Ceredigion!
0:40:49 > 0:40:53- I'm Tani Tychryd and the - Aeron Valley is in trouble again.
0:40:53 > 0:40:56- It's lucky that I'm here.
0:40:56 > 0:41:00- I'm Deiana ach Nana and we run - a cafe in the Aeron Valley.
0:41:00 > 0:41:05- Yes, you run the cafe and that's - where we hold all our meetings.
0:41:05 > 0:41:11- You're all welcome at the - Felinfach pantomime next week.
0:41:11 > 0:41:14- Oh, Van Gogh!
0:41:19 > 0:41:23- The panto runs all next week.
0:41:23 > 0:41:27- Tickets are still available - for Tuesday and Wednesday evening.
0:41:27 > 0:41:30- Ceri Eleri has joined us - on the sofa tonight.
0:41:30 > 0:41:43- Cai Davies has also been our guest.
0:41:43 > 0:41:47- You would like to volunteer - in Cardiff, Cai.
0:41:47 > 0:41:50- I'd love to do more volunteering.
0:41:51 > 0:41:54- I'd love to coach some football.
0:41:54 > 0:42:04- Good luck with your production with - the Sherman Theatre and tour.
0:42:04 > 0:42:06- It runs until 2 January.
0:42:06 > 0:42:09- That's it from us tonight - but we return on Monday at 7.00pm.
0:42:10 > 0:42:13- Huw Edwards, Heulwen Haf - and Alys Williams are our guests.
0:42:13 > 0:42:16- Alys's dulcet tones feature on - this year's S4C Christmas advert...
0:42:17 > 0:42:21- ..which will be shown - after tonight's programme.
0:42:21 > 0:42:26- On Monday, we phone the winner of - our Christmas Cracker Competition.
0:42:26 > 0:42:30- Simply answer this question.
0:42:30 > 0:42:34- How did Mary travel to Bethlehem?
0:42:34 > 0:42:38- 1) on a scooter, 2) on an elephant, - or 3) on a donkey?
0:42:38 > 0:42:42- Merry Christmas - and a Happy New Year to you all!
0:42:42 > 0:42:45- Get dialling now!
0:42:45 > 0:42:47- Our phone lines close at 2.00pm - on Monday.
0:42:48 > 0:42:50- Terms and conditions - are available on our website.
0:42:51 > 0:42:52- Thanks for your company tonight.
0:42:53 > 0:42:56- Y Moniars play us out with the - festive track, Ymhell O'r Ddinas.
0:42:56 > 0:42:59- It's goodnight from us all.
0:43:06 > 0:43:13- # How many times have I thought
0:43:13 > 0:43:19- # This has nothing to do with me
0:43:21 > 0:43:28- # Shops are selling their gifts
0:43:29 > 0:43:34- # But do they remember - the birth of Jesus?
0:43:36 > 0:43:43- # It's a feeling of despair
0:43:43 > 0:43:50- # When you know that - this isn't right
0:43:50 > 0:43:58- # What can you do against - capitalism?
0:43:58 > 0:44:03- # When the cup - is already too full
0:44:03 > 0:44:09- # Too full, too full?
0:44:09 > 0:44:16- # Come away from the city
0:44:16 > 0:44:21- # Come and see the barren stable
0:44:21 > 0:44:30- # The Emmanuel came to our world
0:44:31 > 0:44:37- # God is always with us without fail
0:44:39 > 0:44:45- # It was a simple birth of a baby
0:44:45 > 0:44:53- # Where the animals lay
0:44:53 > 0:45:00- # But the thrill - and simplicity was lost
0:45:00 > 0:45:08- # Due to the gratuitous rigmarole
0:45:08 > 0:45:15- # But I heard Him in the plygain
0:45:15 > 0:45:26- # I saw His face in the Third World
0:45:26 > 0:45:30- # I saw His hand extend
0:45:30 > 0:45:34- # It lingers towards the poor - and the blind
0:45:35 > 0:45:38- # It lingers
0:45:38 > 0:45:41- # It lingers
0:45:41 > 0:45:48- # Come away from the city
0:45:48 > 0:45:56- # Come and see the barren stable
0:45:56 > 0:46:03- # The Emmanuel came to our world
0:46:03 > 0:46:11- # God is always with us without fail
0:46:12 > 0:46:16- # The Emmanuel came to our world
0:46:16 > 0:46:21- INSTRUMENTAL
0:46:26 > 0:46:32- # The Emmanuel came to our world
0:46:33 > 0:46:36- # God is always with us
0:46:36 > 0:46:41- # God is always with us
0:46:41 > 0:46:48- # Without fail #
0:46:50 > 0:46:51- APPLAUSE
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