Chit Chat

21/04/2026

Dare you enter the Escape Room?

12/02/2026

Very plausible scam call this morning from “Tesco Bank” about unusual activity on my account. He knew my full name, address and obviously tel no. Offered to put a stop on my card but made two mistakes - claimed my wife’s card was a different number and quoted the first 4 numbers on my card (which are common to all Tesco cards). Hung up when I asked him to confirm the last two legitimate transactions on my account which I could see on my app. I wonder what he was going to ask for next?

20/01/2026

Do you know someone who wants to improve their digital literacy? If so, they can now come and try a TCL (Android) Tablet at ChIT Chat any Tuesday morning (courtesy of a donation of 3 machines by Quickline Communications). And, if they want to practice their new skills, they can take a machine home for an agreed period of time.

Suggest they get started by looking at:

Learn My Way is a website of free online learning to help beginners develop digital skills.

09/12/2025

ChIT Chat continues every Tuesday at Hackforth Village Hall, but we’ve changed the times slightly to 9.30 - 11.30am. Same IT support and freshly brewed coffee or tea and unlimited supply of biscuits. And it’s still FREE although we welcome entirely voluntary donations towards the costs of maintaining and developing Hackforth Village Hall.

05/11/2025

This is an urgent appeal for a missing white boulder - answers to the name of Dave! Dave went missing between the hours of 14.00 and 16.00 today and is much missed by this partner boulder, Derek, It seems likely that Dave was involved in a dispute with a vehicle (which may well be damaged). This is completely out of character for Dave - he has never left home before (although he often moves a few feet). A reward of 10 cooking apples is offered to anyone who can help us bring Dave home. 🙂

20/10/2025

Appy Day at the Library! 📱

Join us on Wednesday 22nd October for Appy Day; a chance to discover just how easy it is to use the North Yorkshire Libraries app!

With the app, you can:
📚 Search the catalogue
📖 Reserve and renew your books
💡 Access lots of other library services, all in one place!

All you need is your library membership number and PIN.
Our lovely volunteers will be on hand in the library 2-5pm if you need help to download the app and get started.

Pop in, have a chat, and get appy with us! 🙌🏼

20/10/2025

It’s “Get on-line” week so why not call in to Chit Chat at Hackforth Village Hall on Tuesday morning to get some help to do just that!

09/09/2025

ChIT Chat continues every Tuesday at Hackforth Village Hall, 10.00 - 12.00 noon. Same IT support and freshly brewed coffee or tea and unlimited supply of biscuits. But now it’s FREE! We still welcome entirely voluntary donations towards the costs of maintaining and developing Hackforth Village Hall.

14/05/2025

Scams are on the rise.

The Royal Mail is working with cyber security experts to reduce the risk and has pulled together some helpful tips on how to determine if an email, text message or phone call is from Royal Mail, and how to report it if not.

Follow the link below to find out more:

https://www.royalmail.com/help/scam-protection

Stay safe online :)

What to do when you've received a suspicious email, call or text.