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MAGASCENE
FIND YOUR PERFECT TREE THIS YEAR
@ THE CHRISTMAS TREE YARD
ABRIDGE ROAD, THEYDON BOIS
Christmas&NewYear2012
TheessentialfreemagazineforEpping,TheydonBois,LoughtonandBuckhurstHill
£5 OFF VOUCHER When spending £45 or more
See page 10 for details
For the biggest selection
of trees in the area
FREE LOCAL DELIVERY CHRISTMAS TREE YARD / MEDITERRANEAN PLANTS, ABRDIGE ROAD, THEYDON BOIS CM16 7NW
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magascene Contents
6 Sue de Nime—Technology
8 Only the Lonely, by V Norris
9 When Santa Fell to Earth released in
cinemas—prizes to be won!
10 First class Christmas trees—£5 off
voucher when spending £45 or over
12 ‘Swimming Through the Reeds’ -
local therapist’s inspirational book
12 Rod Stewart draws crowds to
Epping Bookshop
14 ‘Womb With a View’ - Jodie
Newman’s debut book
17 When Santa Fell to Earth puzzle
page
18 You have the power of positivity, by
Heather Waring
20 Pacing yourself the Alexander Way,
by Stephanie Smith
22 Tikadi wins top business award
22 Santa Fun Run for St Clare Hospice
24 Special reader offers
29-31 Clubs, Societies and What’s On
listings
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Well, it has been your average, run of the mill kind of month or so. You know, a local singer pops in to do a book signing, attracting global attention (Ron, Rob? I don’t know, something like that). Two local women celebrate the launch of their respective books, as you do, and an Epping-based film distribution company release a film across UK cinemas this Christmas. As I say, nothing special, nothing to see here, move along please…
So, are you feeling Christmassy? Do you come out in hives at the mere sight of Christmas cards in supermarkets before October or do you relish this time of year? Whatever your feelings, it is a fantastic time for communities to pull together. Our listings section is jam-packed (or should that be mango-chutney packed) with seasonal events, including concerts, ‘fairs’ and ‘fayres’ and all manner of spelling variations. St Clare Hospice is holding its Santa Fun Run on December 9th starting at the Secret Nuclear Bunker on the Ongar Road. You still have time to register (see page 22) or certainly sponsor any friends and family taking part.
And please take a visit to The Christmas Tree Yard (Mediterranean Plants) on the Abridge Road in Theydon Bois, where they have a huge selection of high-quality trees. There is a £5 off voucher for readers (for purchases of £45 and over) on page 10, so remember to cut it out and take along.
We will be back in the new year and wish you, our contributors and advertisers a very Merry Christmas.
Jane
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Technology. Ooh, I love a good gadget, me. If I had my way, I would have an mp3 player for every day of the week - okay, an iPod, let's not pretend I'd want anything else - an iPad in every room and a kettle that, should you so desire, heats the water to a precise 70o. Oh wait, I have just bought one of those. Why? Well, you never know when you might want a coffee that is not quite as hot as your last one. And because when I saw it, my immediate reaction was: 'mmmm.... gadget...' Technology is a wonderful thing, someone once said. Probably Steve Jobs, given that he was quite a tech-nerd, by all accounts. I could look it up in his biography, but that would mean trying to find five specific words in a whole heap of them on my Kindle (oh, the irony), and I haven't got the foggi-est how to do that. It has probably got some clever search function, but how would I know? I've not read the instructions. A point I may come back to. So, a wonderful thing. And whilst I am tossing clichés about like error messages on a PC, I would also like to point out that modern technology is just soooo advanced. When I was a kid, we were utterly agog when dad brought home a new-fangled piece of tech called a video recorder. We oohed and ahhhed over its breeze-block like grace and touched its brake-pedal sized operating buttons with silent awe. Did we care that it took two hands to get the eject to actually yield? Did we mind the crap picture? Of course we didn't. This was cutting edge technology at its finest.
And only a few (ish) years down the line, we suddenly all had a computer at work. Ahh, we said. Technology that helps us be more efficient. But once we had actually turned the computer on, we realised what fools we were. Computers were just a shimmering mirage of productivity, luring you to your fate of over-increasing to-do lists with seductive 'pings' and glowing screens. Getting anything done took twice as long, even a simple task such as writing a letter. The software designer - yes, you, Microsoft - secretly knew that no one had the faintest how to use their product. So they put a handy little paperclip in the system, that popped up every time you even breathed near the mouse. 'It looks like you are trying to write a letter' it would smirk. Could they make a paper fastening device more supercilious if they tried? 'It looks like you are foolishly attempting some tabulation'. 'Oh, it looks like you are trying to throw your PC out the window'. It was technology, but about as intuitive as quantum physics. And yet here we are now. We have
suffered the slings, arrows and
paperclips of slightly under-par
technology and have been
rewarded with a big, shiny Apple.
First coveted by designers and
those that were too cool for school
(sorry, skool), the Mac is the last
word in tech-chic. Walk into any
Starbucks and you will be dazzled
by a sea of glowing apple icons.
Mac-Flashing, as I like to call it.
And joy of joys, Apple products are
the utter epitome of technology
that does work. Not because they
are generally glitch-free. Not
because if they looked any sexier
mothers would shield their
children's' eyes as one passed by.
Because they come with barely
any instructions. And that, and that
alone, is the mark of progression.
And other tech is catching on. A
tiny piece of paper may fall from
the packaging that vaguely looks
like instructions, but that is just so
that anyone over the age of 45
doesn't die of panic. All this scrap
of paper actually contains is a
small diagram to show where the
batteries go, or where to stick the
charger, and a website address
should you want more. But no one
does. Mainly because we are too
busy trying to work out whether our
Kindle has a search function, or
because our PC has just frozen
and we are wearing our fingers to
bony nubs frantically pressing 'Ctl
Alt Delete' until we start foaming at
the mouth.
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And another
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. . . Technology
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Figures released recently show that almost one in three households are people living alone. The Office for National Statistics said that of the 26.4 million households in the UK in 2012, 29 per cent have only one person living there. In total, 7.6million people now live on their own, up from 6.6million in 1996. Three in five (4.2million) are aged 16 to 64, and almost 60 per cent of this age group are men. But among the over-65s the pattern is reverse, where the majority of people living alone (69 per cent) are women. Thinking about this growing number of singletons living alone made me think about what their lives are like. Did they choose to be in this position? Do they prefer it? Do they have an active social life to compensate for the lack of a partner? Do they ever feel lonely? Loneliness is one of those things that you either feel it or you don’t. Sometimes I wonder if there are people who never feel it – so bright and jolly they seem, their diaries packed with social engagements. Have they ever felt the pain of loneliness? Yes loneliness can be painful, and its cut can be sharper than a knife. Yet despite this we do seem to be living
increasingly isolated lives. Increasing petrol prices and advancing technology making it easier to contact each other seem to contributing to people meeting up less it seems. In person contact is now known as “face time” – who needs it when you can have video calls on your phone? But let’s face it, this is not the same as meeting up and being together is it? Would you not feel lonely if you had these calls but no face time? So how does loneliness come about? I don’t believe that people necessarily choose it. Some have no choice. At the worst extreme I heard of a disabled man whose only companionship were the carers who visited albeit on a very part time basis. He reported experiencing loneliness so extreme it made his life unbearable. I can imagine there are the very elderly, some of whom are housebound, who may also find themselves in this difficult predicament – keen for social interaction but unable to leave their own front door. What if they have no friends or family to visit? That must be a lonely existence. At the other extreme are the completely dependent disabled – I know of a gentleman who needs care 24/7. Although he lives alone, he is never without a carer. He told me that he never feels lonely – when I told him about the other chap, his positive attitude shone through when he told me that one of the advantages of being in his position was never having to worry about being alone. Certain factors in life can contribute to the situation of living alone. It’s not always something that comes about by choice. Bereavement or divorce can result in the loss of a partner. Some people never marry or live with a partner. The majority of people find them-selves going through various life stages which produce plenty of interaction. Mums, school children, the employed, sports fans, the young – but what if your life doesn’t fit neatly into these categories? You have to make extra effort to socialise that’s for sure. I’m not necessarily suggesting that there’s anything wrong with being alone, but if it’s something that you don’t particularly enjoy then at least there are options available for example. Volunteering, local clubs, societies; even getting a dog I’m told can be useful for this purpose; thankfully a wealth of opportunities exist to meet people if you can make the effort. Christmas can be an especially difficult time if you live alone and don’t have much in the way of family or friends. I understand that local churches in the area run superb opportunities to share Christmas lunch with others as does the local old aged people’s organisation. If you know of anyone who lives alone this is the time to pay them a visit I’m sure they would really appreciate. Merry Christmas
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You can’t beat the grandeur of a real tree. Gone are the days when trees were You can’t beat the grandeur of a real tree. Gone are the days when trees were You can’t beat the grandeur of a real tree. Gone are the days when trees were You can’t beat the grandeur of a real tree. Gone are the days when trees were bought a few days before Christmas and then plonked in a pot of soil, without bought a few days before Christmas and then plonked in a pot of soil, without bought a few days before Christmas and then plonked in a pot of soil, without bought a few days before Christmas and then plonked in a pot of soil, without much thought for its care. Theydon Boismuch thought for its care. Theydon Boismuch thought for its care. Theydon Boismuch thought for its care. Theydon Bois----based based based based Mediterranean Plants,Mediterranean Plants,Mediterranean Plants,Mediterranean Plants, who run who run who run who run their their their their Christmas Tree Yard Christmas Tree Yard Christmas Tree Yard Christmas Tree Yard each season, share 5 top tips on caring for your real each season, share 5 top tips on caring for your real each season, share 5 top tips on caring for your real each season, share 5 top tips on caring for your real tree this Christmas. They have the largest selection of hightree this Christmas. They have the largest selection of hightree this Christmas. They have the largest selection of hightree this Christmas. They have the largest selection of high----quality Christmas quality Christmas quality Christmas quality Christmas trees in the area, with plenty of offtrees in the area, with plenty of offtrees in the area, with plenty of offtrees in the area, with plenty of off----road parking.road parking.road parking.road parking.
CHOOSING A TREE New varieties of Christmas trees are more suited to life indoors for several weeks, which means you can create a heart-warming festive feel to your home for a longer period. The likes of Noble Fir, Nordmann, Frazer and Scots Pine tend to hold onto their needles longer—and look very pretty too! And remember, you can’t fit a pint in a quart pot! If you want to avoid sheepishly shaving a couple of feet off your tree because you forgot about your low ceiling height, then make sure you consider room dimensions before buying your tree. It is not just the height, you will also need to consider the width too, as you don’t want Aunt Gladys being poked in the eye by a branch as she sits down to sip her sweet sherry.
GETTING YOUR TREE HOME If you drive something rather compact and bijou and don’t have a roof rack, be rest-assured that Mediterranean Plants offers free local delivery once you have come along to select your perfect tree. To find out if you fall within the delivery catchment, check by calling 07956 397365.
PREPARING YOUR TREE Once you have bought your tree, you can keep it outside in a cool, dry place away from the wind until you are ready to bring it indoors. (Or you could take advantage of Mediterranean Plant’s ‘choose now and collect later’ option). Before you bring your tree indoors, cut off around 2cm from the trunk, as this will encourage your tree to drink more water and stay fresher longer. Do not place your tree in sand or soil, however, as this will block the pores and prevent it from drinking water.
TREES LIKE A DRINK TOO! While you down your eggnog and brandy, spare a thought for your poor tree this Christmas which also needs a drink. Your tree may drink around 2-3 pints a day (or more, depending on its size and your central heating settings). Remember to water your tree regularly, which is easy to do if you choose a stand with a water holding facility. Keep the water level topped up at all times; once your water level drops below the tree’s trunk, sap will reseal the bark, meaning the tree won’t be able to drink any further water.
5 KEEP AWAY FROM RADIATORS It may be cold outside and you are warm and toasty inside with the heating on full pelt, but your tree will not thank you for it. Trees do not like the heat, so make sure you do not place yours next to a radiator (or fire for that matter!). If you have under floor heating, you will need to water more often.
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Swimming Swimming Swimming Swimming Through Through Through Through the Reedsthe Reedsthe Reedsthe Reeds by by by by Victoria Victoria Victoria Victoria RobertsonRobertsonRobertsonRobertson
Epping-based complementary therapist, Victoria Robertson, has written ‘Swimming Through the Reeds’, a motivational book that encourages people to change the way they think in order to achieve a better and happier way of living. In addressing her readers, Victoria, says, “My book is filled with positive thoughts and inspiration. Just by reading the pages within pages I hope you will start to appreciate the simple things in your own life a bit more than you did before.”
“Choose to adapt to situations better than you ever have done before. Live with more enjoyment, happiness and effectiveness and include this in whatever you're doing. You can create more experiences for yourself that will bring you much more joy. Once you adopt living and seeing things in a positive and different way, you will emerge feeling better than you
have ever felt before”. Victoria’s work as a complementary therapist has opened doors, enabling her to help so many inspirational people. She has had her own eyes opened and now appreciates life more than the she ever did before. As Victoria knows from personal experience, health-related concerns and issues can lower your self esteem and you can sometimes find yourself drown-ing in a world filled with self pity (Victoria was forced to give up a career as a landscape gardener because of severe shoulder pain).
Victoria continues, “A good way to begin is to give in. What I mean by giving in is try to let go of control, stress and worry. Start appreciat-ing your own life more. Stop relying on others to carry you through life. Walk in a direction that will include new adventure. You will realise that by changing the way you think and feel you can achieve and experience many things.”
Victoria will be signing copies at The Epping Bookstore on Wednesday December 12th, between 6.30pm and 7.30pm, where she will be joined by Rebecca, a harpist who will be playing live tranquil music. Tickets are available from the bookshop from December 1st. ‘Swimming Through the Reeds’ is priced £7.99.
The following extract, courtesy of the book’s publishers, Austin and Macauley Publishers Ltd gives you a glimpse of Victoria’s positivity. “APPRECIATE ALL THAT YOU APPRECIATE ALL THAT YOU APPRECIATE ALL THAT YOU APPRECIATE ALL THAT YOU HAVEHAVEHAVEHAVE Once you start to appreciate what you already have
you will feel happiness. It will flow
from you every day from your
head to your toes. Try to stop
cluttering your mind with thoughts
of what you had before. The fact
that you opened your eyes today
means today is much brighter
than the day before.”
Fans, onlookers and book lovers turned up in their hundreds to see Rod Stewart at the Epping Book-shop, who chose to support the local independent book shop by selecting it as a venue for an author signing in November of ‘Rod The Autobiography’. Rod, who has a home on the Copped Hall Estate, Epping, was joined by his wife, Penny Lancaster, who regularly pops in to the bookshop to buy books for their young sons. Fans travelled from all over the country and one woman had flown in Italy for the occasion. The queue was stretched long and all available copies sold out in ad-vance of the highly successful event. Bookshop owner Lorna Clark said, “It was a very exciting occasion and we truly appreciated Rod and Penny’s support for their local indy.”
Rod Stewart wows fans on home turf—at Epping Bookshop autobiography signing
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MATERNITY GARMENTS MATERNITY GARMENTS MATERNITY GARMENTS MATERNITY GARMENTS If ever an object provoked a reluctance to purchase, it is the maternity
garment. You buy in the full knowledge that in six months, or sometimes in four, you will have no more use
for it. Now I am aware of women who buy clothes seasonally, who keep up with the latest trends and use
terms such as ‘capsule wardrobe’ but I have never actually met any in the flesh. Or in the rococo-print
pin-tuck shift dress with matching gladiator flats. Personally, I tend to weep if I have to discard an item of
clothing before I celebrate its tenth birthday, so to buy something with its life cycle already down to less
than a year is a little hard. It would be easier if I could don the aforementioned item and be transformed into
a glowing, elegant vision of a pregnant woman. Unfortunately, it is more likely to make me look like a large
whale that happened to swim through a capsized container of charity clothes. It is difficult to feel sexy when
your trouser waistband is mainly constructed of heavy-duty ribbed elastic panels and your top seems to
have been cut from a leftover hot air balloon.
Here at Magascene Towers, we
are very chuffed with our literary
find. Okay, we didn’t quite find her,
she was more than capable of
navigating her way towards
becoming a magazine contributor,
a blogger and now an author. But
still, we feel more than a tinge of
parental pride that our ‘Sue de
Nime’ (geddit?), AKA Epping-
based Jodie Newman, has
published her debut book ‘Womb
With a View’; a very funny, no-
holds barred account of pregnancy
and as she puts it, ‘those ridicu-
lous, petrifying, life-changing and
milk-sodden first six months of
motherhood’.
It is not a guide and certainly not a
dewy-eyed memoir of the magical
process of pregnancy. If anything,
it is a cautionary tale, lifting the lid
on what parents-to-be might have
let themselves in for. Although the
situations Jodie talks about are
laugh out loud funny, sometimes
incredulous and eye-wateringly
wincing, they are all true. It is safe
to say Jodie did not consider preg-
nancy a wonderful ’journey’, simply
a necessity to get the end result,
and although she is now the
mother of two, it is safe to say she
is unlikely to bring a Walton-sized
brood into the world. Although that
would of course give her enough
material to fill a library.
To buy a copy of the book, which
has been brilliantly illustrated by
Laura Slinn and is priced £6.99, go
to www.jodienewman.co.uk. It is
also available from the Epping
Bookshop. All we can say is ‘our’
Sue done good.
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frights.wordpress.comfrights.wordpress.comfrights.wordpress.comfrights.wordpress.com, where she , where she , where she , where she
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advice.advice.advice.advice.
Debut book from ‘Sue de Nime’
Two extracts from ‘Womb With a View’
THE FIRST SCAN THE FIRST SCAN THE FIRST SCAN THE FIRST SCAN Days plod by, the date of that nuchal fold scan creeping
ever closer. Our local health authority doesn’t offer a nuchal fold scan as part
of the deal – but they are very generous with the leaflets from out local private
clinics that will provide the service for a fee. I still don’t actually know what a
nuchal fold is, so I have decided that it is probably an advanced way of folding
napkins into wine glasses for pretentious dinner parties. “For God’s sake,
Manuella, swans are so last decade. Do the nuchal fold, and make sure the
label isn’t showing.” The midwife convinced me that there was no point having
a dating scan (the free one) as well as the nuchal fold scan (the one that costs
about the same as a weekend break), as they may throw up conflicting an-
swers about the due date. It is slightly unnerving to know that something that
seemed so medically precise and technologically advanced as a scan does, in
fact, boil down to a bit of finger-in-the-air (well, I suppose it could be put
somewhere a lot worse) guess work.
Jodie NewmanJodie NewmanJodie NewmanJodie Newman
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You have the Power of Positivity
Heather Waring
Do you ever talk to yourself? What sort of things do you find yourself saying? Do you subscribe to positive or negative self-talk? The way we talk to ourselves is actually key to our success.
I talk to myself frequently, not loudly causing interruption, but quietly in my head. On occasions I am not even consciously in control of what I am saying as sometimes, I just become aware of my thoughts and the conversation that is ensuing. I find myself mulling over decisions that I need to make, questioning what the priorities for the day are, wondering whether I am doing what I want to do. I talk through lists - what will I take on holidays, what do I need to do to write that book. I can talk about anything, there are no limitations and I can have the conversation as often as I wish. Sometimes, the more I do it the greater clarity I get. But sometimes it can get confusing.
Is this ringing any bells for you?
I am generally very positive so my self talk reflects that and that inspires me to make plans and move things on, but sometimes the negative self-talk slips back in. Often that happens when I am tired, or
overloaded or when I am wide awake in the middle of the night. When I recognise this, I work at trying to turn the negative to positive or I put off the conversation till later.
I have a challenge for you - for the next week I want you to monitor your self-talk, and like all suggestions before, you must be honest with yourself. (This will get easier the more than you do it)
Be aware of this self-talk and listen to it. Is it positive? What are you saying or discussing? Get yourself a note book and jot down your thoughts. If you find yourself using words like ‘should’ or ‘ought’ then think about why you feel that way – sounds to me as if someone else is pulling the strings.
Do you hear yourself saying ‘I couldn’t do that’ or ‘I’ll do that when I get a new job/tidy the house/lose weight…… ‘. What about when the talk says - ‘What’s the point?’, ‘What a mess?’ All this encourages you to look at the negative, causes you to put up barriers, and limits what you believe you can do therefore talking yourself out of taking any action.
You will find that as you begin to notice what you are saying, you will be in a position to challenge it. Ask yourself if what you have just said is true and then try changing the negative into the positive – write it down, it is all part of this monitoring exercise. Start looking at what you can do, what you want to do and talk to yourself about the steps you need to take to make it happen. Think about a time when you have what you want and then work back to identify the steps, the big picture can be the best place to start.
Now try asking yourself this question – If I have never tried certain things e.g. travelling on your own, making a presentation, growing tomatoes, painting a picture, cooking Paella, taking time out for you alone, before then how do I know that I cannot do it? The answer is that you never know until you try it and to do that you have to take some action. ‘Just do it!’ – I have this written up in my office in large lettering so I have no excuse for forgetting it. Do it at a rate that suits you, start off with small changes if that feels manageable or if the time feels right go for the big step. You will find yourself bursting with pride at your achievements and wondering why you didn’t do it before. Now that’s all positivity!
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If someone asked you what tempo is, you would
probably be able to answer. But did you know many
people get tempo and rhythm confused? Quite
simply, rhythm is the regularity of the beat and tempo
is the speed of the rhythm.
When you walk you are walking rhythmically - your
body is in movement with your legs moving back-
wards and forwards. The tempo of course, is how fast
you walk.
So what has tempo got to do with the Alexander
Technique? Firstly it is helpful to understand how
movement happens. Part of your brain (the motor
cortex) plans, controls and helps you carry out
voluntary movements. It is stimulated by thoughts
and outside stimuli. Conscious, voluntary movement
usually happens as a result of an intention to do
something, for example running.
When you plan to run, a message is sent to your
muscles telling them to contract or relax. To enable
you to run, your muscles must be healthy and able to
contract and relax. A contracted muscle is hard and
tight and has little flexibility. A relaxed muscle allows
you to be flexible but has little strength. So when
opposite sets of muscles, such as biceps and triceps,
can easily contract and relax, there is strength,
flexibility and suppleness in the movement.
The principles of the Alexander Technique are about
re-educating your body to achieve postural harmony
and well-being. It teaches you to become more aware
of bad postural habits - often the cause of physical
tension - and helps you use your body in a more
balanced, efficient and co-ordinated way.
Using simple everyday activities such as standing,
sitting and walking, you will be encouraged to release
tension and discover more about habits which may
be limiting your potential. In this way you will come to
appreciate how thought affects action and as a result,
you will experience greater alertness and lighter and
freer movement.
Alexander Technique teacher Stephanie Smith
explains: "Muscles need two things to function in a
healthy, efficient way. Firstly freedom to move - they
are not constricted in any way and secondly, time to
move - time to release fully into the relaxed phase. If
these do not happen our muscles tense and become
painful. The flow of blood and nutrients needed for a
healthy metabolism is restricted and can result in
poor circulation. A tense muscle also uses up lots of
energy leading to tiredness."
Chronic muscle tension interferes with our ability to
feel, making us prone to injuries and disease. If our
movement is inefficient we become stiffer, joint
mobility is reduced and balance impaired. Relaxing
and contracting muscles help blood circulation
meaning your heart does not have to work so hard.
Stephanie adds: "In time and with practice you will be
able to use your new understanding and skill in more
complex and demanding activities and situations in
your daily life. You can bring awareness and poise to
anything you do."
Stephanie Smith is a Member of the Society of
Teachers of the Alexander Technique (MSTAT). She
has been teaching the Alexander Technique for 18
years and has a practice in Theydon Bois. She can
be contacted on 01992 812189, by email at
[email protected] or through her
website www.thealexanderpractice.co.uk
Pacing yourself the Alexander Way Stephanie Smith MSTAT
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Back and neck pain Sciatica Post operative conditions Postural problems Sports injuries Upper and lower limb joint problems Muscle and ligament strains and sprains Work related upper limb disorders e.g. repetitive strain injury
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Tikadi scooped the ‘Small Business of the Year Award 2012’ at the Mid Essex Awards. The award recognises strong fiscal growth, superb client service, excellent educational support and team spirit. Salon owners Sharon Hennessey and Michael Mehmet, along with their entire team, attended a black tie event at Boreham House in Chelmsford last month, where the winning businesses were announced. Sharon commented “Our team really go that extra mile to make sure that our clients enjoy visiting the salon and that everyone really loves their hair; I’m really pleased for all of us”.
The Mid Essex Awards are now in their second year and this latest win follows Tikadi’s ‘Excellent Customer Service’ award won at the last year’s cere-mony. Tikadi has salons in Theydon Bois and Ongar. For more informa-tion, visit www.tikadi.co.uk
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ALALALAL----ANON FAMILY GROUPS ANON FAMILY GROUPS ANON FAMILY GROUPS ANON FAMILY GROUPS For friends and relatives of alcoholics www.al-anonuk.org.uk Email: [email protected] Helpline 020 7403 0888 (10amHelpline 020 7403 0888 (10amHelpline 020 7403 0888 (10amHelpline 020 7403 0888 (10am————10pm)10pm)10pm)10pm)
Alpine Garden SocietyAlpine Garden SocietyAlpine Garden SocietyAlpine Garden Society————Epping Forest GroupEpping Forest GroupEpping Forest GroupEpping Forest Group. We meet on the second Tuesday of the month at Theydon Bois Village Hall CM16 7ER at 8pm. www.alpinegardensociety.net/groups/Epping-Forest.
The Avenue Lawn Tennis ClubThe Avenue Lawn Tennis ClubThe Avenue Lawn Tennis ClubThe Avenue Lawn Tennis Club—18 The Avenue, Loughton IG10 4PT. Four artificial grass courts. Membership-balls, court hire included; social programme & licensed bar. Club sessions: Men—Thursday 5.30pm and Sunday mornings; Ladies—Tuesdays at 5.30pm; Mixed—Thursdays 11am to 1pm, Fridays 6.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 1.30pm. The club has teams in both the South West Essex (men’s, ladies and mixed) and Essex leagues (men). Contact Lynda Wyles Membership Secretary on 0208 505 4704 or email [email protected]
Badminton Club Call for Players Badminton Club Call for Players Badminton Club Call for Players Badminton Club Call for Players We are looking for (mature) players to join our badminton club. We meet on Monday evenings at 8pm at Debden Park High School’s Sports Hall. Please contact Alan on 020 8508 6306.
BodyworksBodyworksBodyworksBodyworks exercise classes for everyone Loughton Tues 10.30am, Buckhurst Hill Mon 8-9pm and Thurs 9.30-10.30am. Call Jan Hall on 020 8508 3346.
Book ClubBook ClubBook ClubBook Club————meet locally once a month. meet locally once a month. meet locally once a month. meet locally once a month. Call Linda on 01992 571178.
Breatheasy in Harlow & Epping Forest Breatheasy in Harlow & Epping Forest Breatheasy in Harlow & Epping Forest Breatheasy in Harlow & Epping Forest Meet the first Monday of the month at Jack Silley Pavilion in Epping between 1pm and 3pm. Contact branch secretary Mrs C Carr on 01992 573387 01992 573387 01992 573387 01992 573387 for more details. Breatheasy is the support group of The British Lung Foundation www.blf-uk.org
Buckhurst Hill Bowls ClubBuckhurst Hill Bowls ClubBuckhurst Hill Bowls ClubBuckhurst Hill Bowls Club, 72 Epping New Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5TX. If you are looking for a local, friendly bowls club, please call the Secretary Malcolm Lord on 0208 502 1285. www.bhbltc.co.uk. Open 7 days a week.
Chigwell & Epping Forest Orienteering ClubChigwell & Epping Forest Orienteering ClubChigwell & Epping Forest Orienteering ClubChigwell & Epping Forest Orienteering Club. Bored with just running, in pain from too much running on roads? Try running through forests and having to work out where to go. There is a local event approximately once a month. For more details ring Helen on 020 8502 1629, or visit chig.org.uk.
Clive’s Easylearn Pop Music SchoolsClive’s Easylearn Pop Music SchoolsClive’s Easylearn Pop Music SchoolsClive’s Easylearn Pop Music Schools—For a free taster session in Epping, call 01992 670575 or visit www.clivesmusic.com
Craniosacral Therapy ClinicCraniosacral Therapy ClinicCraniosacral Therapy ClinicCraniosacral Therapy Clinic, The Limes Medical Centre, The Plain, Epping. Contact Liam Hurley on 07941 621887
Drum TuitionDrum TuitionDrum TuitionDrum Tuition—All styles; pop, rock, jazz, Latin, blues...Beginners to advanced. All ages welcome. Call 07803 893722.
Epping Art SocietyEpping Art SocietyEpping Art SocietyEpping Art Society—Art Appreciation evenings, 2nd Wednesday of the month at Pelly Court, Hemnall Street, Epping. Call Robin 01992 572077. Members £2, non-members £3. Practical eve-nings are run the first Friday evening of the month, at 7.30 for 2 hours at the Methodist Church Hall, Epping
Epping Bowls Club, Lower Bury Lane. Epping Bowls Club, Lower Bury Lane. Epping Bowls Club, Lower Bury Lane. Epping Bowls Club, Lower Bury Lane. New members welcome to join our friendly, local club. Regular tuition sessions take place for beginners. Contact Anne Munro: 01992 561164.
Epping Cricket ClubEpping Cricket ClubEpping Cricket ClubEpping Cricket Club—We are looking for new members of all standards. Three Saturday sides and a Sunday team and colts cricket for boys and girls. Contact Matthew Barrett 07877 923151 or email:[email protected] www.eppingcc.hitscricket.com
EppingEppingEppingEpping----Eppingen Twin Town AssociationEppingen Twin Town AssociationEppingen Twin Town AssociationEppingen Twin Town Association. Exciting cultural, school, musical and personal exchanges with our active and friendly twinned town in southern Germany. Contact Uschi Jesson 01992 577603 or Tony Church 07725 608368.
Epping Football Club, Stonards Hill, Epping Epping Football Club, Stonards Hill, Epping Epping Football Club, Stonards Hill, Epping Epping Football Club, Stonards Hill, Epping If you are interested in joining the club, contact Steve Allen on 07932 532694, Graham Sly on 07973 530148 or Tracy Wilkinson 07738 089251
Email:[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] or visit www.eppingfc.co.ukwww.eppingfc.co.ukwww.eppingfc.co.ukwww.eppingfc.co.uk
Epping Forest District Badger GroupEpping Forest District Badger GroupEpping Forest District Badger GroupEpping Forest District Badger Group—meet on the 3rd Monday of the month at Hemnall Street Social club, Epping at 8pm. Find out more about the existence and secret life of badgers, and their preservation. Contact 01992 756038. www.eppingforestbg.org.uk
Epping Forest Centenary TrustEpping Forest Centenary TrustEpping Forest Centenary TrustEpping Forest Centenary Trust. We can provide practical conservation sessions in Epping Forest for groups, including special needs groups, community groups and youth groups. Call Epping Forest Centenary Trust on 0208 508 9061, email [email protected] or visit www.efct.info.
Epping Forest & District Stamp ClubEpping Forest & District Stamp ClubEpping Forest & District Stamp ClubEpping Forest & District Stamp Club. Meet 2nd Tuesday of month at the Dining Room, Roding Valley High School, Lough-ton. New members and beginners always welcome. Keith Smith 020 8505 5620.
Epping Forest Group of the Alpine Garden Society Epping Forest Group of the Alpine Garden Society Epping Forest Group of the Alpine Garden Society Epping Forest Group of the Alpine Garden Society Non-members are welcome. For further information please contact the Group Secretary: Keith Ballard, Tel: 01992 813231 or email [email protected].
Epping Forest HP (Walking) GroupEpping Forest HP (Walking) GroupEpping Forest HP (Walking) GroupEpping Forest HP (Walking) Group. We are a walking group who walk in Epping, Redbridge and sometimes London each week. Walks start at 10.30am. There is no charge to join walks, optional membership at £4. Social evenings, coach trips and holidays. www.efhfg.org.ukwww.efhfg.org.ukwww.efhfg.org.ukwww.efhfg.org.uk. Email [email protected]@[email protected]@efhfg.org.uk
Epping Forest Outdoor GroupEpping Forest Outdoor GroupEpping Forest Outdoor GroupEpping Forest Outdoor Group– Are you a walker or a cyclist? Like to enjoy a more varied outdoor and social life? 8.30pm Thursdays, ROVSCO Hall, 72 Hollybush Hill, E11 1PX. Weekends away, day activities and social events. www.efog.org.uk Call Secretary Ken 020 8524 3960.
Epping Forest Rotary ClubEpping Forest Rotary ClubEpping Forest Rotary ClubEpping Forest Rotary Club—Meet Garnon Bushes, Coopersale on Tuesday evenings for meal and regular speaker. If you want to join other business and community minded men and women please contact [email protected] Telephone 01992 814105 www.RIBI.org
The Epping Horticultural Society The Epping Horticultural Society The Epping Horticultural Society The Epping Horticultural Society Share gardening tips and enjoy our social events throughout the year. Annual member-ship £1 and discounts available at the trading hut on the Meadow Road allotment site (Sunday mornings10am to 12pm). Contact Shirley Lewis on 01992 57368701992 57368701992 57368701992 573687.
Epping Tennis Club Lower Bury Lane Epping Tennis Club Lower Bury Lane Epping Tennis Club Lower Bury Lane Epping Tennis Club Lower Bury Lane Four all weather courts (3 floodlit). New members welcome—Lessons and coaching available. Visit www.eppingtennisclub.co.uk or call 01992 572230 or 07940 183596 for membership/general enquiries. To contact Matt Smith (LTA Senior Club Coach), call 07743 378055 or visit www.mattsmithtennis.com
Exercise with me: Exercise with me: Exercise with me: Exercise with me: Exercise for Free!!! Power walking group in Buckhurst Hill, weekday evenings, meet outside The Toby Carvery, 5k distance approx. Call/text 07766 700 666 or go to www.exercisewithme.co.uk for further details
Family Care Counselling ServiceFamily Care Counselling ServiceFamily Care Counselling ServiceFamily Care Counselling Service We provide affordable, professional counselling in the Epping Forest area Tel: 01992 788499 www.familycarecounselling.org.uk Registered Charity No: 1118296
Forest Creative Writers 12.45pmForest Creative Writers 12.45pmForest Creative Writers 12.45pmForest Creative Writers 12.45pm----2.45pm, Thurs2.45pm, Thurs2.45pm, Thurs2.45pm, Thurs Loughton Library. Intending new members invited to first free taster session. Contact Pete Relph on 0208 508 6313.0208 508 6313.0208 508 6313.0208 508 6313.
Friends of Swaines Green. Friends of Swaines Green. Friends of Swaines Green. Friends of Swaines Green. Conservation days on the second Sunday of every month. Contact Ian Anderson for further details on 01992 574909 or visit www.swainesgreen.org.uk
Guitar LessonsGuitar LessonsGuitar LessonsGuitar Lessons————Learn to play guitar. Learn to play guitar. Learn to play guitar. Learn to play guitar. All ages, abilities and styles. Experienced local teacher. Individual and group teaching. Christian Karlsson 07958 471083. Email: [email protected]
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Herts & Essex Architectural Research SocietyHerts & Essex Architectural Research SocietyHerts & Essex Architectural Research SocietyHerts & Essex Architectural Research Society. Meet on the fourth Friday of the month at 8pm, Church Hall, Loughton Methodist Church, 260 Loughton High Road. Call 020 8508 2512 for more details or visit www.westessex.net/hears_info.php
Jo Jingles Jo Jingles Jo Jingles Jo Jingles Monday Epping 10:00am Over 2s and 11:00am babies from 3months to 2 years. Monday Theydon Bois 3:15pm Mixed ages (babies-5years old); Tuesday Harlow 9:30am Over 2s and 10:30am Walking-2years . We are also available to do Children's parties, nurseries, Children's centres or NCT group activities. Call Lucy on 01279 868410 or email us: [email protected]. You can also visit our website www.jojingles.com/bishopsstortford
Karate Karate Karate Karate Classes for adults and children in Epping, Loughton, They-don Bois and Nazeing. Contact Sensei Andy Major 07941 164544, email [email protected]. More details at wwwteashido.co.uk
Lee Valley Friends Rambling Association GroupLee Valley Friends Rambling Association GroupLee Valley Friends Rambling Association GroupLee Valley Friends Rambling Association Group Specialising in short weekend walks—mainly in West Essex and some London walks. Call for details 020 8529 1602 or visit www.leavalleyfriends.org.uk
Loughton Astronomical Society (LAS). Loughton Astronomical Society (LAS). Loughton Astronomical Society (LAS). Loughton Astronomical Society (LAS). New members welcome. Meets Thurs 8pm at Scout Hut, Theydon Bois. Tel. 01992 815804. www.las-astro.org.uk. Also, junior section, Theydon Bois Theydon Bois Theydon Bois Theydon Bois AstroKyds AstroKyds AstroKyds AstroKyds for 6-14 year-olds meet 2nd Friday of month (term time), 6.30pm to 8pm at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Theydon Bois. Same contact details as above.
Loughton Camera ClubLoughton Camera ClubLoughton Camera ClubLoughton Camera Club, Lopping Hall, Loughton. Meet every Wednesday 8-10pm. New members welcome. Contact John Banks 020 8508 4199.
Loughton Folk Club Loughton Folk Club Loughton Folk Club Loughton Folk Club meets every Thursday from 8pm at Loughton Club, 8 Station Road, Loughton, IG10 4NX. Parking front and rear. Email [email protected] or call Jill Coombes 0776 214 6623
Messy DaysMessy DaysMessy DaysMessy Days————Mother and Toddler Group, Monday and Fridays Mother and Toddler Group, Monday and Fridays Mother and Toddler Group, Monday and Fridays Mother and Toddler Group, Monday and Fridays 10am to 11am. St Mary’s Church Hall, 10am to 11am. St Mary’s Church Hall, 10am to 11am. St Mary’s Church Hall, 10am to 11am. St Mary’s Church Hall, Theydon Bois. Come along for some messy fun. £4.50 per session. Discount for second child. Pre-school Learning accreditation. Ring Lindsay on 01992 814487.
Musical MinisMusical MinisMusical MinisMusical Minis————PrePrePrePre----school fun time music group. school fun time music group. school fun time music group. school fun time music group. Classes in Epping and Buckhurst Hill. Call Claire on 01992 787793.
OsteopathOsteopathOsteopathOsteopath—Epping Osteopathic & Sports Injuries Clinic, The Limes Medical Centre, Theydon Bois 01992 815 166.
Parkinson’s UKParkinson’s UKParkinson’s UKParkinson’s UK————Harlow & District Branch. Harlow & District Branch. Harlow & District Branch. Harlow & District Branch. Meet at the David Livingstone Club, 11 Potter Street, CM17 9AE every Wednesday 11am-3pm. On the first Wednesday of each month there is a speaker from 1 to 3pm. For more information contact Secretary Corinne—Branch mobile 07982 094194 or email [email protected]. All welcome.
Personal Trainer Personal Trainer Personal Trainer Personal Trainer (mobile & gym based) / Nordic Walking Nordic Walking Nordic Walking Nordic Walking Instructor—Tanya Hurley 07941 233880 www.tanyahurleyfitness.com
Petanque (Boules). Epping Horizons Petanque Club Petanque (Boules). Epping Horizons Petanque Club Petanque (Boules). Epping Horizons Petanque Club Petanque (Boules). Epping Horizons Petanque Club meets on Saturdays and Mondays at 1.30pm on Stonards Hill Recreation Ground. New members always welcome. To arrange a taster session call Peter Lumb on 01992 571744 or visit www.ehpetanque.co.uk
Physiotherapist. Physiotherapist. Physiotherapist. Physiotherapist. Appointments available at Theydon Bois Pharmacy, 10 Forest Drive, Theydon Bois CM16 7EY. Contact Jayne Gould Chartered Physiotherapist on 07963 349754 www.jg-physio.co.uk
Piano ClubPiano ClubPiano ClubPiano Club————Loughton Methodist Church. Wednesdays Loughton Methodist Church. Wednesdays Loughton Methodist Church. Wednesdays Loughton Methodist Church. Wednesdays 10101010----12noon. 12noon. 12noon. 12noon. Contact Rea Camus on 01992 571773. We are a group of keen amateur pianists who enjoy making music together and having fun. All standards welcome.
Rotary Club of Loughton and Buckhurst HillRotary Club of Loughton and Buckhurst HillRotary Club of Loughton and Buckhurst HillRotary Club of Loughton and Buckhurst Hill—meet at The Blue Boar, Abridge, RM4 1UA. On Thursdays at 1pm (1st and 3rd Thursdays) and 6.30pm (2nd and 4th Thursdays). For further
details call A Harvey on 01992 572867 or visit www.loughtonrotary.org.uk
Station Road Wellness Centre, Station Road Wellness Centre, Station Road Wellness Centre, Station Road Wellness Centre, Osteopathy, Chiropody, massage, reflexology, Reiki. 12 Station Road, Epping. Tel. 01992 570003.
St John AmbulanceSt John AmbulanceSt John AmbulanceSt John Ambulance————Epping Community First Epping Community First Epping Community First Epping Community First Responders Responders Responders Responders help to save lives. Full training given. Please contact Sandra Newman on 01992 572545 for more details.
St Thomas Moore Dancing ClubSt Thomas Moore Dancing ClubSt Thomas Moore Dancing ClubSt Thomas Moore Dancing Club—Ballroom and sequence for the over 60s. Wednesdays 2-4pm at Thomas Moore Church, Willingale Rd, Loughton. Tel. 020 8504 0998. £1.50 including tea and biscuits.
Tappy ToesTappy ToesTappy ToesTappy Toes—Fun and creative dance and movement classes for girls and boys aged 20 months to 4 and a half years. Epping classes start in September. Call Claire on 01992 732 800.
WEA Loughton & Epping Branch WEA Loughton & Epping Branch WEA Loughton & Epping Branch WEA Loughton & Epping Branch Details from www.wea-essex.org.uk, leaflets in the libraries. Phone Bettie Bock, 020 8508 4919 or e-mail: [email protected]
West Essex Flower Club, West Essex Flower Club, West Essex Flower Club, West Essex Flower Club, Thornwood Village Hall, Weald Lane. Meet 2nd Monday of each month (except January and August) From 1.45pm. Visitors and new members always welcome. Contact the Club Secretary for further details on 01992 57703601992 57703601992 57703601992 577036
West Essex Ramblers. West Essex Ramblers. West Essex Ramblers. West Essex Ramblers. Walk every Wed, Thurs, Sat & Sun. Most walks countryside, some London. About 10 coach rambles Apr-Oct. Each yr have a British & foreign walking holiday. For a sample programme, call 020 8502 1628.
Woodford and District Floral Arrangement GroupWoodford and District Floral Arrangement GroupWoodford and District Floral Arrangement GroupWoodford and District Floral Arrangement Group. We meet every third Monday of the month in the Churchill Room at Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road E11. Doors open at 6.45pm for a prompt 7.30pm start. Guest floral demonstrator every month, raffle and refreshments. Visitors always welcome to join for a small fee of £4.
(Iyengar) Yoga(Iyengar) Yoga(Iyengar) Yoga(Iyengar) Yoga, Lindsey Street, Epping. Monday evenings from 6pm. Please contact Dorothy on 01992 574623.
Yoga classes for beginners Yoga classes for beginners Yoga classes for beginners Yoga classes for beginners in Epping on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Call Amy on 07841 378364. See www.amybrambleyoga.blogspot.com for more details on yoga classes and events in Essex and London.
Yoga (Vinyasa & Hatha), Yoga (Vinyasa & Hatha), Yoga (Vinyasa & Hatha), Yoga (Vinyasa & Hatha), Private classes in Epping & Buckhurst Hill 07725 653682.
Zumba FitnessZumba FitnessZumba FitnessZumba Fitness—Mondays St Michael’s Church, Loughton 8-9pm; Tuesdays Theydon Bois Primary School 7-8pm; Fridays Loughton Club 10-11am. Email [email protected] or call Laura 07581 673998 or Lisa 07775 553722.
Zumba GoldZumba GoldZumba GoldZumba Gold—IT’S EXERCISE IN DISGUISE! For fun loving, older, active adults at a gentle pace, welcome to Zumba Gold 2013. Thurs 11.45am St Mary’s Church Hall Theydon Bois and Wednes-day 6.30pm at St John’s Church Rooms, Epping, followed by a new Adult Beginners Top Class. Only £5 Call Alison 07790 701723 www.premieredance.co.uk
Doctors SurgeriesDoctors SurgeriesDoctors SurgeriesDoctors Surgeries The Limes Medical Centre, The Plain, EppingThe Limes Medical Centre, The Plain, EppingThe Limes Medical Centre, The Plain, EppingThe Limes Medical Centre, The Plain, Epping Appointments/Emergencies/Cancellations 01992 573 838 Theydon Bois BranchTheydon Bois BranchTheydon Bois BranchTheydon Bois Branch, Thrifts Mead 01992 812 450 North Weald BranchNorth Weald BranchNorth Weald BranchNorth Weald Branch, 67 Wheelers Farm Gardens 01992 524 383 Dr Lowry & PartnersDr Lowry & PartnersDr Lowry & PartnersDr Lowry & Partners, High Street, Epping 0844 5769797
HospitalsHospitalsHospitalsHospitals St Margaret’s Hospital, Epping St Margaret’s Hospital, Epping St Margaret’s Hospital, Epping St Margaret’s Hospital, Epping 01992 561 666 Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow 01279 444 455
NHS Direct 0845 4647NHS Direct 0845 4647NHS Direct 0845 4647NHS Direct 0845 4647
Sports Centres & Fitness StudiosSports Centres & Fitness StudiosSports Centres & Fitness StudiosSports Centres & Fitness Studios Epping Sports Centre Epping Sports Centre Epping Sports Centre Epping Sports Centre 25 Hemnall Street 01992 564 564 Waltham Abbey Swimming Pool Waltham Abbey Swimming Pool Waltham Abbey Swimming Pool Waltham Abbey Swimming Pool Roundhills 01992 716 733 Loughton Leisure CentreLoughton Leisure CentreLoughton Leisure CentreLoughton Leisure Centre Traps Hill, Loughton 01992 564 574 Concept Fitness UK Concept Fitness UK Concept Fitness UK Concept Fitness UK 224b High Street, Epping 01992 579050 www.conceptfitnessuk.com
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Buckhurst Hill openBuckhurst Hill openBuckhurst Hill openBuckhurst Hill open----mic Jazz Jam Session. mic Jazz Jam Session. mic Jazz Jam Session. mic Jazz Jam Session. Every Sunday at the Sports & Social Club, 50 Queens Road IG9 5BY 8pm start. Admission £3. Visit jazzjam.co.uk to check dates.
Farmers’ Market Farmers’ Market Farmers’ Market Farmers’ Market organised by the Loughton Residents Loughton Residents Loughton Residents Loughton Residents AssociationAssociationAssociationAssociation on the first Sunday of the month. Centric Parade, High Road, Loughton. 9am-2pm.
FABFABFABFAB————Fabulous and BeautifulFabulous and BeautifulFabulous and BeautifulFabulous and Beautiful. If you are undergoing chemo-therapy or have recently finished treatment, charity FAB, which runs a three hour session on the first Monday of the month at St. Margaret’s Hospital in Epping (11am to 2pm) may be just the tonic. Please call Laura Jones on 01279 827396.
Epping Forest Group of the Alpine Garden SocietyEpping Forest Group of the Alpine Garden SocietyEpping Forest Group of the Alpine Garden SocietyEpping Forest Group of the Alpine Garden Society, 8pm at Theydon Bois Village Hall CM16 7ER (2nd Tuesday of the month). Group visits being arranged between June and September. Non-members welcome. Please call Keith Ballard for further information on 01992 813231. www.alpinegardensociety.net/groups/Epping-Forest
SmartNet Essex SmartNet Essex SmartNet Essex SmartNet Essex ———— Meet 2nd Thursday of the month Meet 2nd Thursday of the month Meet 2nd Thursday of the month Meet 2nd Thursday of the month 12-2pm at Miller & Carter, Wake Arms, Epping. £15 meeting fee includes lunch. Pay-as-you-go networking group. Call Julie to book on 07843 260 186 or email [email protected].
EppNetEppNetEppNetEppNet————Business Networking. Meet every Wednesday Business Networking. Meet every Wednesday Business Networking. Meet every Wednesday Business Networking. Meet every Wednesday morning for breakfast, 7.15 to 9am at The Bell Hotel, Epping. morning for breakfast, 7.15 to 9am at The Bell Hotel, Epping. morning for breakfast, 7.15 to 9am at The Bell Hotel, Epping. morning for breakfast, 7.15 to 9am at The Bell Hotel, Epping. For more details email [email protected] or call Vincent Goode on 07931 580031.
Music at Marigolds Jazz ClubMusic at Marigolds Jazz ClubMusic at Marigolds Jazz ClubMusic at Marigolds Jazz Club, Harlow Cricket Club, Chipping-field, Old Harlow, CM17 0DJ. Enquiries 01279 414174/421763. Doors open 7.30pm. Price guide £7-£8. www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk Nov 30 The Marigolds Jazz Collective Ensemble Dec 14 Gentleman Tim and the Contenders Dec 28 The Jo Fooks Quintet
Theydon Bois & District Friends of Cancer Research UK will be Theydon Bois & District Friends of Cancer Research UK will be Theydon Bois & District Friends of Cancer Research UK will be Theydon Bois & District Friends of Cancer Research UK will be hosting a carol concert at St John’s Church, Epping on Friday hosting a carol concert at St John’s Church, Epping on Friday hosting a carol concert at St John’s Church, Epping on Friday hosting a carol concert at St John’s Church, Epping on Friday 30th November 30th November 30th November 30th November starting at 8pm (doors open 7.30pm). Ilford Salvation Army will lead a traditional family carol service. Tea, coffee and mince pies will be available for a donation at the end of the service. We look forward to welcoming family and friends on this magical evening.
Cancer Research UK Carol ServiceCancer Research UK Carol ServiceCancer Research UK Carol ServiceCancer Research UK Carol Service————Friday November 30th at Friday November 30th at Friday November 30th at Friday November 30th at 7.30pm for 8pm at St John’s Church, Epping. Organised by the 7.30pm for 8pm at St John’s Church, Epping. Organised by the 7.30pm for 8pm at St John’s Church, Epping. Organised by the 7.30pm for 8pm at St John’s Church, Epping. Organised by the Theydon Bois and District Friends of Cancer Research, the traditional service will be conducted by the Salvation Army, Ilford and will be followed by tea, coffee and mince pies.
Coopersale and Theydon Garnon C.E. Primary School Christmas Coopersale and Theydon Garnon C.E. Primary School Christmas Coopersale and Theydon Garnon C.E. Primary School Christmas Coopersale and Theydon Garnon C.E. Primary School Christmas FairFairFairFair————Friday 30th November 3.15pm to 5.30pm. Friday 30th November 3.15pm to 5.30pm. Friday 30th November 3.15pm to 5.30pm. Friday 30th November 3.15pm to 5.30pm. Brickfield Road. Father Christmas, mulled wine, raffle, nail art, face-painting and much more!
Theydon Bois Christmas MarketTheydon Bois Christmas MarketTheydon Bois Christmas MarketTheydon Bois Christmas Market————Friday November 30th, Forest Friday November 30th, Forest Friday November 30th, Forest Friday November 30th, Forest Drive shopping area between 6.30pm and 9pm. Drive shopping area between 6.30pm and 9pm. Drive shopping area between 6.30pm and 9pm. Drive shopping area between 6.30pm and 9pm. Organised by the Theydon Bois Parish Council, the event follows the lighting of the Christmas tree outside the Village Hall in Coppice Row. Stalls, Santa’s grotto, gift ideas, children’s choir, Epping Forest Band, face-painting, hot food plants, mulled wine and lots more. Proceeds will go Radio Forest Community Broadcasting.
St Mary's Church Theydon Bois Christmas Fair 2012St Mary's Church Theydon Bois Christmas Fair 2012St Mary's Church Theydon Bois Christmas Fair 2012St Mary's Church Theydon Bois Christmas Fair 2012 Saturday 1st Saturday 1st Saturday 1st Saturday 1st December, 11amDecember, 11amDecember, 11amDecember, 11am----2pm,2pm,2pm,2pm, at St Mary’s Church Hall, Theydon Bois. There will be the usual selection of stalls for all the family including Christmas gifts, cards, pocket money gifts, home produce, toiletries, jewellery and more besides. Delicious refreshments. This year we will even be getting a special visit from Father Christmas!
Santa Run Santa Run Santa Run Santa Run –––– Sunday 9 Sunday 9 Sunday 9 Sunday 9thththth December 2012 December 2012 December 2012 December 2012, Secret Nuclear Secret Nuclear Secret Nuclear Secret Nuclear Bunker, Ongar Bunker, Ongar Bunker, Ongar Bunker, Ongar St Clare Hospice 4km Santa Run. Registration costs £15 for adults (16 years and above) and £5 for children.
Every adult to sign up will receive a FREE Santa suit and every child to sign up will receive a FREE Santa hat. Call the Fundrais-ing Team on 01279 773750 or visit www.stclarehospice.org.uk
The Woodford Singers Bring the Sound of Christmas to High The Woodford Singers Bring the Sound of Christmas to High The Woodford Singers Bring the Sound of Christmas to High The Woodford Singers Bring the Sound of Christmas to High BeachBeachBeachBeach————Sunday December 16th at 2pmSunday December 16th at 2pmSunday December 16th at 2pmSunday December 16th at 2pm————Holy Innocents Holy Innocents Holy Innocents Holy Innocents Church, High Beach. Church, High Beach. Church, High Beach. Church, High Beach. The concert will include traditional and new arrangements of carols, wassails and festive favourites. Mince pies and warming refreshment will be provided. The Woodford Singers rehearse every Wednesday evening and welcome new members. Please contact Musical Director Kathleen Save on [email protected] or Anna Knight on 07958 795824.
Harlow PlayhouseHarlow PlayhouseHarlow PlayhouseHarlow Playhouse—Box Office 01279 431945—Full season details and booking details at www.playhouseharlow.com Highlights include: Dec 7 to Jan 6 HARLOW PLAYHOUSE PANTOMIME Jack and the Beanstalk
Blithe SpiritBlithe SpiritBlithe SpiritBlithe Spirit by Noël Coward, directed by Dan Cooperby Noël Coward, directed by Dan Cooperby Noël Coward, directed by Dan Cooperby Noël Coward, directed by Dan Cooper Production dates: 10Production dates: 10Production dates: 10Production dates: 10thththth, 11, 11, 11, 11thththth and 12and 12and 12and 12thththth January 2013January 2013January 2013January 2013 Lopping Lopping Lopping Lopping Hall, LoughtonHall, LoughtonHall, LoughtonHall, Loughton. Charles Condomine, a novelist, lives with Ruth, his second wife. To collect material for a new book, Charles invites local clairvoyant, Madame Arcati, to a séance. But the evening ends dramatically, as the eccentric medium proves to be more than just an amusing oddity. With spirits unsettled, Charles’ life is turned upside down and Ruth cannot under-stand his bizarre behaviour. Tickets £7/£8 www.lads.org.uk
Theydon Bois Drama Society presents Absurd Person Singular Theydon Bois Drama Society presents Absurd Person Singular Theydon Bois Drama Society presents Absurd Person Singular Theydon Bois Drama Society presents Absurd Person Singular by Alan Ayckbourn, January 10by Alan Ayckbourn, January 10by Alan Ayckbourn, January 10by Alan Ayckbourn, January 10----12, 2013 at 8pm12, 2013 at 8pm12, 2013 at 8pm12, 2013 at 8pm. This black comedy, one of Ayckbourne’s best known, features three married couples on three successive Christmas Eves. Tickets from box office 01992 812250. www.thedyondrama.org
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