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magascene Contents
6 Sue de Nime on NYRs
8 Womb With a View book review by Nik
O’Flynn
10 Italian excellence at Tikadi with the
Collexia Cosmetic System
12 Former Epping mayor takes on weight
loss challenge to raise money for The
Dream Factory
14 Asset Protection Trusts as explained by
Alan Giddings
16 & 17 Hot Pink—Theydon’s real hidden
gem
18 Get the career you want, by Heather
Waring. It’s all in the mind
20 Dealing with sciatica the Alexander
Way, by Stephanie Smith
22 Oneside Wednesday February 13th—
raising funds for St Clare Hospice
22 The Puzzle Cellar kids’ page
26 Fall in love with business—be wooed
by SmartNet on Valentine’s Day
29-31 Clubs, Societies and What’s On
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One of the funniest things I saw over the festive season was not a Morecombe and
Wise rerun, but the sight on Christmas morning of a grown man wearing a dog onesie
as he walked his dog. The colour and texture (not to mention the dangly tail) matched
his dog perfectly. My children and their cousins had great fun as they paraded around
in various animal onesies on Boxing Day. It was like The Goodies meets Dom Joly. They
are certainly very popular and I was really pleased to see that St Clare Hospice is
embracing the outfit du jour and organising a fundraising Onesie Week. This will
include Onesie Wednesday on February 13th, when schools and children’s groups will
be encouraged to join in and charge £1 to oneside wearers (page 22). I suspect adults
will join in too, so that should at least cheer up an otherwise tortuous commute into
town on the Central line.
Former Epping mayor Ben Murphy has set his sights on raising money for another
fantastic local charity, The Dream Factory, by embarking on a 5 stone weight loss
challenge. After only a few weeks he has already lost 22lbs and raised over £2,500
(page 12). His candid blog is well worth a read, as you can follow his progress and also
learn more about the charity’s beneficiaries.
We are really pleased to welcome new businesses who are advertising in this edition;
Excello Law, When Skies Are Grey, R P Landscaping and Hot Pink. Hot Pink, featured in
the centre pages, offers something very special (particularly with Valetine’s Day
coming up), so well worth a read.
If you have young children you might want to show them our fantastic Puzzle Cellar
kids’ page on page 22. We will be including one in every edition now, so hope your
children enjoy it.
If you are still feeling the pinch financially after Christmas, make good use of the
vouchers. Thanks to Tikadi and The Volunteer for your generous reader discounts.
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New Year. Two words that make my heart sink and my
eyes roll. That, and 'no wine'. There are absolutely no
redeeming features of New Year, except that at least
come February 1st, I feel well within my rights to poke
in the eye anyone who dares utter the phrase.
First, there is the New Year celebration itself. Because
you haven't drunk enough or stuffed enough
vol-au-vents and sausage rolls down your neck over
Christmas. You have marked the imminent arrival of
Santa with three weeks of get-togethers, Christmas
lunches and impromptu drinks, then sat on your
behind for several days mainlining Quality Street and
Baileys. You know what you need right now? No, not a
sick bucket... another party! And it always has to be
said with a chirpy exclamation mark after it! Or even
two!! Because New Year is such fun! And right there is
the trouble. It is organised fun; that despicable notion
that you are obliged to flipping well enjoy yourself.
Being the last day of the year, there is just too much
pressure to have the time of your life - you cannot
attend a New Year's bash and not be seen to be having
SUCH a good time that your head might explode. If
near a television, it is law that Jools Holland has to be
on. A programme full of people pretending to have a
good time on a day that they are pretending to be
New Year's Eve. It is just not right. I have been to New
Year parties where, despite the fact that I need my
stomach pumped to make room for even one more
crumb of lukewarm party food, there I am, laughing
and dancing... just thinking about not being there and
not ever having to have a good time ever again. Well,
almost.
Moreover, I am a parent of small children. Which
means that whatever I do on New Year's Eve, when
the hands tick toward 11 o clock, all I can think of is
the sleep that I am now losing out on and the distinct
possibility that my nine month old will be starting his
day at half five. We had friends over this year, who
are also parents. They left at 12.10am and I was in bed
by 12.18. At least that's done and dusted for another
year.
And if the celebrations are not bad enough, there is
this whole New Year Resolution thing to deal with. Or
NYR, as no one has ever abbreviated it to before.
NYR's are probably the most ludicrous idea I have
come across since Pop Tarts. Choose a potentially life-
changing ambition, one that takes a huge amount of
willpower, application and sometimes courage to
achieve. Losing weight. Stopping smoking. Getting fit.
Changing your job. Shouting at the kids less (oh,
there's mine). Writing a book. These are not tasks that
can be accomplished in the ad break of Coro. The NYR
can be a life-long project. So why on earth would
anyone think that January the 1st is the best time to
start? At that point, you are miserable - either because
you have put on 10 stone, or because you have had a
hangover for the best part of a month, or because
Santa brought you tea towels and not the sports car
for which you asked. Then you get a bit more
miserable because you have to return to work, and we
all know that working for a living is highly overrated.
And then your credit card bill arrives and you have to
go and have a lie down in a darkened room for a
while. Hands up who wants to not eat cake right now?
Hands up who wants to stop smoking at this moment?
Hands up who doesn't want to shout? January is the
worst time to be attempting a NYR. The weather is
crap. The daylight arrives after you have left the house
and disappears whilst you nip off to make an after-
noon cuppa. Don't make a NYR. I have a better idea.
Make a MYR - a Mid Year Resolution. Give yourself a
break, have another muffin, watch television rather
than make a start on that book right now. Wait until
you don't have to wear three jumpers to go out, your
credit card bill is in double figures and life is a little less
miserable. Around May.
And as for the person who came up with the idea of
New Year's Resolutions? They need punishing. Maybe
twenty years worth of New Year's Eve parties in one
go.
Sue de Nime also writes a blog. Check out:
www.motheringfrights.wordpress.com or follow her for
parenting non-advice @MotheringFright
And another
thing Sue de Nime
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Book review by Nik O’Flynn
Womb With a View
I made two wrong assumptions
when I first picked up this book.
The first was that I thought it was
really only for mums-to-be. It's
not. The second was to think it
would be ok to read on the tube.
It probably shouldn't be.
Not because people will assume
you are pregnant if they catch
sight of the title - hey, they may
give up their seat - but because of
the looks you'll get when you try
to quell your laughter. I
sniggered, spluttered and snorted
my way through this book on the
Central Line and earned myself
more than a few odd stares as I
tried not to laugh out loud at
some of the scenarios Jodie
Newman paints.
Womb With A View is a book
about pregnancy, birth and the
early first year of motherhood.
But not in a useful guide kind of
way - though there is plenty in
there that is missing from more
saccharined tomes - more of a
gritty 'this is how it is but God,
sometimes it's really funny' kind
of way.
Written chronologically, it follows
Jodie Newman's experiences as
she moves on this journey
through motherhood. But it
might be best to recommend it to
your pregnant friends AFTER
they've given birth. Not that it's
in any way grim - she just tells it
like it is. And that is with lots of
humour.
For this book is razor-sharply
observed and captures all the
little nuances of the way your
world is turned upside down by
the impending and subsequent
birth of a child.
She has no truck with fools. At all.
Or car parking at doctors. Or a lot
of health professionals in general
- particularly the insipid ones.
But she has certainly got her own
back here.
The way she tells a tale is
wonderful. She has great comic
timing and I was actually weep-
ing with laughter as I read the bit
about the knitted boob at the
prenatal group. I have read things
about such knitted items before
(previously a uterus in another
book, strangely) but this had me
giggling from the off.
The tale of the red patch on her
newborn's head which she kept
caressing with her lips induced
another shoulder-hunching
chuckle on the tube. I won't go
into all my favourite pieces as I
don't want to spoil it, but read
'em yourselves and weep (with
laughter).
At some points Jodie Newman
drops the humour for a more
tender, thought-provoking
piece which really took me back
to my first days of parenting.
As a mother of two, I found it
rather inspiring to revisit those
early days which you soon forget
about in a haze of sleep-
deprivation. So it was lovely to
look back over them with fresh
eyes as it were.
I would recommend this book to
anyone - male or female - who
has had children, is thinking of
having children, or possibly
anyone who can even just spell
the word children. A wry
observation of one slice of life.
The only downside? She can't
spell "bugger". And, as you can
imagine, she uses that refrain a
lot.
Womb With A View by Jodie
Newman is available from The
Epping Bookshop and by order-
ing online from
www.jodienewman.co.uk . A
Kindle edition is also available at
www.amazon.co.uk
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Much to the chagrin of my lovely hairdresser Michael
(why is it people always use the word lovely to
describe their barnet technician - certainly true in this
case, but you can add talented, hardworking and
inspirational while we are at it) I am a bit of a groom-
ing slob and only get my hair cut about four times a
year. So each time I represent myself to Michael
(owner of the Tikadi hair salon group) there is usually
a little bit of genial ticking off before we get down to
business. On my recent visit however, Michael cut
straight to the chase and recommended I have a new
blow drying treatment (created by an Italian
company, Collexia Professional) that would make my
hair look, well, very nice indeed. Italians know a thing
or two about looking good and apart from that, I know
Michael only recommends products and treatments
that have met his high standards and he certainly
wouldn’t palm any old nonsense off onto his clients.
The ’Collexia Cosmetic System’ coats the hair strands
with layers of protein as the hair is dried using a
hairdryer specially created by Collexia that diffuses the
contents of a little pod that sits within. The heat of the
dryer activates the pod’s ingredients. The treatment
strengthens the hair and at an aesthetic level makes it
look silky and shiny. It is also protective as it shields
hair against the damage caused by brushing and dry-
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your hair several times during that period.
Tikadi is offering this cosmetic hair treatment at a very
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why my hair looked so nice each day I woke up (and
believe me, I don’t usually make a habit of thinking
this) and even when I got snowed on a week after the
treatment, making my younger daughter point at my
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Frosted Tear I look out the window
see the cold snow
the touch of frost
the breath of mist
a land in a white blanket
my red cheeks against pale skin.
The twitch of my nose
as a snowflake drifts down
from above.
A pounding in my heart
a pain against my back
laughter from a distance
a snowball
an icicle drops in the distance
silence.
But a tear
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Former Epping mayor’s loss
is The Dream Factory’s gain
Former Epping mayor Ben Murphy is well on his way
to reaching his five stone weight loss fundraising
challenge that started at the beginning of January. His
loss is expected to raise many pounds for local charity,
The Dream Factory - founded by Epping mother Avril
Mills following the death of her son, Oliver, from
leukaemia - that grants wishes, or ‘dreams’, for
children and young people with life-threatening or
life-limiting conditions.
Ben, 28, from Epping, accepted the challenge to lose
five stone in eight months and at the time of going to
press, has so far lost over a stone and a half. The
equivalent of four bricks. Not bad considering he has
had a stag do, wedding and birthday celebrations to
get through without falling off the wagon too much.
The challenge runs until August 31 and features public
weekly weigh-ins and online updates via candid blog.
The blog also includes stories about The Dream
Factory beneficiaries, never losing sight of what the
challenge is about.
Before embarking on the challenge, he said: “I’ve
always been a big lad but over the past few years I’ve
continued to pile on the pounds eating however much
of whatever I fancied, whenever I fancied it. Moreover
I’ve coupled that greed with less and less exercise
which has left me horrifically unfit, massively
overweight and even finding a simple flight of stairs
draining!
He added: “The Dream Factory is an amazing local
charity and I've seen the impact they have on the lives
of children who have been had a really tough time. I
can’t begin to imagine the pain a family must suffer
when they find out their child has a life-threatening
illness. The daily grind must seem so trivial and the
focus becomes about quality of life, fulfilling as many
of that child’s dreams as possible.
Ben told Magascene of his first weeks of the chal-
lenge, “The first three weeks have actually been thor-
oughly enjoyable. I have been asked by so many peo-
ple ‘are you finding it hard’ and thankfully, the answer
is ‘no’. I am eating sensibly. I’ve introduced breakfast
to kick-start my metabolism and stopped eating late at
night. I have severely reduced by carbohydrate intake
and am actually exercising. I’m not going to the gym
but am steadily building my fitness levels by going for
long walks and doing simple things like walking up the
escalators or stairs rather than taking the lift.”
It hasn’t all been plain sailing for Ben, as you would
expect from anyone embarking on a challenge of this
nature.
“Of course there have been blips. This is a challenge
and there were always going to be times I would fall
off the wagon. Socialising without drinking alcohol
has been the hardest thing for me to do, especially at
weddings, but to make this sustainable long term I
have to allow myself those one-off luxuries, as long as
they are few and far between and I work hard to exer-
cise the calories I have eaten or drunk.”
“I was painfully open about my weight and general
health at the start of my challenge, but 3 weeks in, I
have lost 22lbs. More importantly, we have raised
over two and a half thousand pounds for The Dream
Factory and it is this which is keeping me focussed. If
any readers are able to make a donation, however big
or small, it would be enormously appreciated.”
The Dream Factory founder Avril Mills said: “I’m so
pleased Ben has stepped forward and accepted this
challenge. It is going to involve a lot of hard work and
dedication but we know he can do it!
Can you donate? Donations can be made online via
www.justgiving.com/TheMurf or by ringing the charity
on 020 8501 1234.
Ben Murphy’s blog can be found at
www.lardymurphy.blogspot.co.uk/
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What is an Asset Protection Trust?
An Asset Protection Trust involves making a
decision to place a particular asset e.g. a property,
in to a Trust during your lifetime, rather than
waiting for the asset to be dealt with via your Will
when you die. An Asset Protection Trust can also
include savings and investments.
How does it work?
If we continue to use a property as an example of
an asset that is placed in to a Trust; the legal
ownership of the property is transferred to the
Trustees, of which you would be one. The other
Trustees are people that you appoint and would
typically be your children or other close family
members. Despite the fact that the Trust now owns
the property you still retain the benefits and
flexibility of home ownership. For example, the
terms of the Trust give you ‘Lifetime Interest’ in the
property and would allow you to move to another
property if required, and to retain all rights of
residence in the new one.
What are the benefits of an Asset Protection
Trust?
To ensure that the asset will pass to the individuals
that you would wish to benefit and to minimise
potential challenges under the Inheritance Family
Provisions legislation that are possible following
disposal of assets via a Will.
To speed up the administration of the asset that is
placed in to Trust. This means that upon death the
Trust can be wound up and the asset passed
immediately to the beneficiaries. The asset held in
Trust will not require to be dealt with via probate
and be subject to the associated costs.
It may avoid the asset being included in a local
authority means test for residential or domiciliary
long term care, thus ring fencing it for your
beneficiaries, as long as that was not the reason for
placing the asset in to Trust in the first place.
Why not just sign over my property to my
children?
Signing a property over to your children means that
you lose all control over your home. Should a child
divorce or become bankrupt your home could be
included in the settlement. You would also need to
gain their permission if you wanted to move and
there may also be pressure on you in the future to
vacate against your wishes.
Is an Asset Protection Trust right for me?
Asset Protection Trusts are typically used by
homeowners who have reached retirement age
and beyond. Despite all of the benefits the decision
to proceed with any form of Lifetime Estate
Planning should be carefully considered. Individual
circumstances vary a great deal and it is
recommended that a thorough review of your
affairs is carried out prior to making a final
decision. It is usually advisable to also discuss such
plans with your immediate family so that any
concerns that they may have can be overcome at
an early stage.
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Want to make a grand gesture? Well,
if you have £135,000 to spare you
could be the first person to propose
during a 30 second primetime TV
commercial, news of which has
recently been splashed across the
media. Few of us have that kind of
nuptial nest egg tucked away, let
alone the stomach for high-adrenalin
mass exposure, but if you really want
to make a grand gesture then surely
investing in something unique that
will not depreciate in value and will
last a lifetime is a better bet.
The ring’s the thing.
So often you hear of businesses that
are deemed hidden gems, usually
because they are great finds tucked
away from major high streets, and as
a result of their squirreled away
location, not everyone is aware of
them. However, Hot Pink, a bespoke
jeweller based in London and also
locally in Theydon Bois is the hidden
gem. Not least because gems are
their game but because what they
do is unparalleled. Clients from all
over the world, often using screen
sharing facilities or webcam, are led
through sophisticated 3D modelling
software to design their own unique
ring (be it an engagement, wedding,
commitment, eternity or fabulous-
no-occasion-required ring) which is
then crafted by a trained goldsmith.
Face-to-face consultations also take
place in London and luckily for locals,
their welcoming Theydon Bois
consultation room.
Like all good ideas, necessity was the
mother of invention. Itching to
propose to his then girlfriend,
mechanical engineer Manu was not
happy with his fruitless attempts at
finding the perfect engagement ring.
And boy did he try, visiting around
20 jewellers and trawling the inter-
net day after day. After one particu-
larly disappointing consultation and
inflated quote, Manu decided he
could do better and do it himself.
And so he did. His engineering back-
ground combined with his expertise
with CAD (computer aided design)
led to him designing his own ring
style. He found a goldsmith who was
happy to work from his design,
charging only for his time and the
materials used. If Manu could do this
for himself, anyone else wanting a
special ring could do too and so Hot
Pink was born. Manu and his wife
Pip (she said yes) have been running
the family owned independent
business since 2011.
During the ring design consultation,
clients view various options on
screen, as modelled by the 3D
technology. They are given creative
control throughout the whole
process and guided through the
options for gem type, gem size, type
of setting, precious metal etc.
The rules of engagement
Just one actually. Make sure the ring is perfect.
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Although Hot Pink does not hold
stock (which keeps their overheads
down) they have prototype rings for
clients to try on to get a feel for the
kind of ring they might like.
Hot Pink’s offer takes the fear out of
the whole ’ring thing’. There is a lot
of pressure to get the perfect ring
(and let’s face it, this would be the
longest mistake any poor soul could
make) as so many people are not
aware of their partner’s finger size,
let alone whether they have chosen
a design that will be liked. Some
choose to propose on holiday and so
have the added worry of losing the
ring on their travels. The solution? A
‘proposal’ ring, designed in the same
way any bespoke ring from Hot Pink
would be made, instead using ster-
ling silver and Swarovski gemstones,
dramatically reducing the cost. And
hopefully softening the blow should
(God forbid) the proposal be met
with a no.
Hot Pink is fully transparent about
costs. Once a ring has been
designed, clients are given a detailed
quotation before they commit. This
helps with budgeting for a ring.
Whether you wish to spend £1 ,000
or £8,000, you will see how much
the gem, the setting, the precious
metal and the hallmarking cost.
Based on this, you may decide to go
or a bigger or smaller gem, a thinner
or thicker band for example. If
diamonds are your best friend, it is
fascinating hearing Hot Pink explain
how they are graded, based on the
four Cs (which, for the record are
clarity, colour, cut and carat). Again,
all this helps clients make an
informed decision. It is also enlight-
ening to discover the mark up on
rings sold through high street
retailers, particularly the big name
brands. With a Hot Pink ring, you
have the best of materials - sourced
ethically – without paying for
intangible branding, which quite
frankly seems a waste of good
money that could be spent on some-
thing else. In short, you get a really
good ring for your money. It is also
worth mentioning clients also visit
Hot Pink with an existing piece of
jewellery, often something that has
been passed down the family and so
holds sentimental value, so that the
gems in particular can be taken and
used in a bespoke ring design. They
have even worked their magic with
gauche-looking pieces of jewellery,
that house precious gems. Recycling
at its best.
Once a design has been agreed, a
mould of the ring is made which
clients can try on and make sure
they are happy with before the
actual ring is crafted. As each ring is
unique, the mould is destroyed. It
won’t be needed again as each ring
is unique. A trained goldsmith at Hot
Pink’s London design studio makes
the ring before it is then polished,
hallmarked and beautifully
presented to the clever designer,
who could be you!
Magascene was talking to Hot Pink.
www.hotpink.co.uk
Tel. 0208 144 0035
4 Forest Drive, Theydon Bois CM16 7EY
Ring images
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Getting the career you want - is mental preparation the key?
By Heather Waring
This is the time of year for new starts, for getting out that
glorious clean canvas and starting all over again. Your
career may be in developing your own business further; it
may be making a major change; perhaps re-inventing
yourself after redundancy; returning to work after having
a child or looking after your kids or perhaps due to the
economic situation you are going to turn an interest into
a business. Whatever it is for you, find out how you can
ensure that 2013 is the year when you get it right.
While searching for your ideal career or business niche,
an entrepreneurial slant can bring forth many ideas which
challenge and bring innovation. Ideas alone, however,
amount to very little - it is what we do with them that
make the difference. To bring about the desired outcome,
steps need to be taken, and often the equivalent of hoops
jumped through to secure funding; get people involved;
speed up processes etc. Having a plan and executing it is
crucial.
What happens though, when you have done all you can
and nothing is happening? Is it possible that you have
overlooked your mental preparation? This is the over-
arching key to being fully prepared and is so important to
you and your project’s success.
It’s vital that you are in the right
mindset whereby you have total
belief in what you are doing and
your abilities. To assist you, be
clear about your strengths and
skills but most important be
aware of your achievements.
Ask others how they view you.
Are you really clear about where
you are going? Can you close your eyes and visualize
every detail so that you can bring it to mind regularly. If
not, spend some time on this. How is your positivity? We
all have self-talk in our heads - listen to yours. If negative
you need to turn this into positive self-talk so the
messages you are sending to yourself are encouraging
and empowering. Do you use affirmations? This is a way
of developing both positive self-talk and self-belief.
Affirmations are positive, personal and ‘in the present’
statements, for example ‘I give excellent presentations’.
Repeat these to yourself regularly.
What you are doing is developmental and there will be
rejection. All successful people have had their ideas
turned down, have their skills cast aside by others who
don’t appreciate them; have to put in the effort more
than once so build in this realisation and learn from it.
Listen, observe and amend and through this you will grow
and achieve even more.
Finally, where do you get your support from? Can you
access it readily? Find support from a range of sources -
consider your needs and who might be the best people to
provide them. Having this network is vital as it will allow
you to view developments from more objectively.
Believing in the idea and in your ability to make it happen
marries together the practical and mental aspects and
provides the winning combination. Try it out and I wish
you the very best of luck.
Heather Waring
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Have you ever had a shooting pain that goes from
the back of your pelvis, through your buttocks, all
the way down your leg(s), ending at your feet?
Does it cause other symptoms such as tingling,
numbness or weakness? If you have, it may have
been sciatica.
Sciatica is the name given to any sort of pain that is
caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic
nerve - the longest nerve in your body.
Sciatica is very different to back pain. In fact the
pain from sciatica hardly affects your back at all.
People between the ages of 30 and 50 are
generally affected and it usually develops as a
result of general wear and tear rather than a
specific injury.
For some people sciatica can be very painful and
stop them going about their daily activities. To
become free of sciatica takes time and a little bit of
effort. The Alexander Technique can help people
learn to be pain free.
The Alexander Technique does not involve
manipulating joints. It uses gentle movements to
make you aware of how you support and balance
yourself. It helps you become aware of unconscious
excessive muscle tension.
Alexander Technique teacher Stephanie Smith
explains: "People often think that an injury they've
had has caused sciatica. That's not necessarily true.
Sciatica tends to develop as a result of general
wear and tear on the lower spine caused by poor
posture - posture that has become a habit but feels
perfectly normal to you. This poor posture results
in pressure on the sciatic nerve. Making the
connection between the bad postural habit and
sciatica is the first step towards freeing yourself of
the pain forever."
Stephanie suggests the next time you walk past a
mirror or shop window take a glance at your
reflection. Most people are surprised how hunched
their posture is and does not match up to the
image they have in their minds. When an Alexander
Technique teacher corrects posture many people
comment how wrong it feels. However, when they
look in a mirror their posture is completely
different to what their body is telling them. What
you are seeing are your postural habits.
Stephanie says: "To experience what a postural
habit is, simply fold your arms. Now without
thinking fold your arms the other way. The majority
of people will tell you it doesn’t feel right but they
cannot explain why. The reason we fold our arms
the same way each time is because it's a habit. And
so is holding your posture a habit. The Alexander
Technique helps you break these habits and learn
the correct posture."
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
Dealing with sciatica the Alexander Way
Stephanie Smith MSTAT
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Onesies were in Christmas stockings
across the country and now young-
sters are being asked to wear theirs
to school or after-school activities to
raise money for St Clare Hospice.
The Onesie Week fundraising
Campaign, centred around Onesie
Wednesday on February 13,
encourages schools or groups such as
Brownies and Scouts to let youngsters
(and of course let’s not forget adults)
wear their Onesie and donate £1 to St
Clare Hospice for doing so. Other
fundraising ideas during the week
(February 11-17) include holding a
Onesie disco or a film night, but
groups are encouraged to come up
with their own Onesie-mania ideas.
Letters have been sent to schools and
groups across St Clare Hospice
catchment area of west Essex and the
east Herts border. It is hoped that
Onesie fever could help generate
£5,000 - enough to pay for an
inpatient’s care at the Hospice for ten
days.
Philippa Roy-Chowdhury, Head-
teacher at Thorn Grove Primary
School in Bishop’s Stortford, said
pupils, and maybe some staff, would
be wearing their Onesies on
Wednesday, February 13, and asking
for a donation to St Clare. “If any of
our children don’t have a Onesie, they
can wear their pyjamas so everyone
can get involved,” she added.
If you would like to join in the fun or
you would like some more informa-
tion, please call the Hospice on 01279
773750 or email:
Photo: Rebecca Callaghan
Onesie Wednesday
Raising funds for St Clare Hospice
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PAINTING & DECORATING Reliable and experienced service
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• Painting and decorative finishes
• Wallpaper hanging
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• Free estimates
• References available
Contact Peter Aldam
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We offer small, informal classes located in the
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Scouting is for boys and girls from the age of 6
Come along and join us! You could be camping in all weather conditions,
meeting Scouts from all the world, or even learning to cook on all types of fires, bonfires,
pit fires and BBQs etc. Fancy going wall climbing, abseiling, canoeing, orienteering and much
moreG? Contact us to find out more.
Leaders of all ages always welcome.
North Weald Scout Hut, 56a Queens Road North Weald, Essex CM16 6JG
Contact Nikki Smith-Pryor on 01992 524 672 or 07817 314372 Email: [email protected]
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Local networking group, SmartNet Essex, celebrates its
second anniversary on February 14th and is inviting local
business owners to come along.
The group, which is run by virtual PA Julie Pearce,
accountant Fiona Sagoo and publisher Jane Smith, meets
on the second Thursday of the month at the Miller &
Carter restaurant in Epping for an informal lunch meeting
between 12 and 2pm. The meetings are pay-as-you-go
and run on a non-membership basis, although many of
the visitors are regulars who have been with SmartNet
Essex since its infancy. And unlike other networking
groups, SmartNet Essex does not discriminate on gender
or insist on one person only per profession. The meetings
are energetic and productive, where visitors can network
and share business tips with each other. Visitors come
from a wide range of business sectors, many of whom are
self-employed or start ups, and benefit from the support
they receive from each other.
Julie Pearce, a founder member of SmartNet Essex, said
“When we set up SmartNet two years ago we wanted to
offer something different. We were aware that there
were a lot of business men and women out there who
wanted the benefit of networking, but did not want to
commit to joining a group that charged an annual fee and
insisted on regular attendance. The fact we are now in
our third year with so many familiar faces each month, as
well as new visitors, means that we have achieved what
we set out to do.”
If you would like to find out more about SmartNet Essex
go to www.smartnetessex.co.uk or to book in for the next
meeting on Thursday February 14th, contact Julie Pearce
on 07843 260 186 or email [email protected].
The fee for each meeting is £15 which includes a one
course lunch and tea or coffee. Places are limited so pre-
booking is essential. Why not go along and you might just
net some business the smart way.
Fall in love with networking at SmartNet Essex 2nd anniversary
Valentine Day lunch meeting
‘Swimming Through the Reeds’— Epping Bookshop launch
Local Epping author Victoria Robertson celebrated the
launch of her debut book, 'Swimming Through the Reeds'
at the Epping Bookshop in early December. Over 100 keen
supporters came through the doors for the event that
also included drinks and a harpist serenading all.
Victoria Robertson has lived in Epping for 17 years and is
an active community member, frequently hosting
charitable events for St Margaret's Hospital League of
Friends and Coopersale Institute. She is a volunteer
gardener at Copped Hall where her landscaping expertise
is put to good use. Alongside that she sings for two choirs,
Funky voices and the Copped Hall Choir and also provides
the residents at Tree Tops Epping with a full range of
activities each week.
Her passion for helping people developed when her own
life was affected by stress after a shoulder injury forced
her to change direction and end her landscaping career.
Victoria made a discovery that changed the way she felt
for the better. She introduced complementary therapy
and meditation and learnt to relax more, which helped
her body heal. She went on to become a qualified
complementary therapist and started offering treatments
that helped others to release stress and let go.
Victoria said, "Stress that is not managed or treated can
lead to medical illnesses and that can result in depression.
Learn to let it go, why put life on hold, it's too short to
look back in regret. Swim through the reeds and find a
way to help you let it go."
'Swimming through the Reeds' is published by Austin &
Macauley Publishers Ltd and although now being sold
internationally, is available locally at the Epping Book-
shop.
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MAGASCENE Do you want to reach out locally without
spending silly money to let people know
who you are, where you are and what you do?
We have been publishing a local magazine for nearly 6 years, during which time
we have grown organically, thanks to our fantastic advertising clients and lively
editorial contributors, who are the heart and soul of MAGASCENE
We publish bi-monthly and circulate 7,000 copies across
Epping, Theydon Bois, Loughton & Buckhurst Hill
April & may edition booking deadline is march 15 Out from mar 29
“I've been advertising in Magascene for many years now and it's been a great way to get new clients and also for existing clients to see photos of their
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Interested? For more information please visit
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To request a media pack email
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“I have been advertising in Magascene for 3 years. My ad always pays for itself, with new customers, who then become regulars. They are always very helpful with the wording of my ads, and always come up with great ideas for
any promotions I want to do.” Faith, The Steam Queen
“We are a local business who rely heavily on our surrounding community for business. The best thing about Magascene is it reaches out
directly to our clients. The bold layout of the mag and the continued support from the staff has helped us grow our business over the past five years. I don't think it's any exaggeration to say that Magascene has been an integral part of our marketing and been influential in getting our brand across to the local
community and beyond.” Brett, Concept Fitness
“I've been advertising in Magascene since its infancy with great success.
Everything from the booking process to the distribution is done in a highly
professional manner. I can't wait to see my advert in the next edition."
Hannake, Kip McGrath “My experience with Magascene has been a great opportunity with an
overwhelming response and a significant boost in overall sales! I’ve been able to reach markets that would have otherwise cost me five times the effort and
resources. It has been a wonderful way to spread the word about The Volunteer.” Pete, The Volunteer
And what do our clients have to say?
“Fantastic service for a fantastic price!” Fiona, FGS Accountancy
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“Since opening in March of 2007, Tikadi has advertised through then Community Times and now Magascene; the feedback we’ve had from clients with our adverts has been tremendous and without any shadow of a doubt has
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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
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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 teach-ing. Christian Karlsson 07958 471083. Email: [email protected]
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 2's 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. For more information on classes or to book a place please 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, Theydon Bois and Nazeing. Contact Sensei Andy Major 07941 164544, email [email protected]. More details at wwwteashido.co.uk
LAUGHTER WORKOUT (LAUGHTER YOGA)LAUGHTER WORKOUT (LAUGHTER YOGA)LAUGHTER WORKOUT (LAUGHTER YOGA)LAUGHTER WORKOUT (LAUGHTER YOGA). Laughter is a great stress buster and has many scientifically proven health benefits. The body does not know the difference between real and pretend laughter, you still get the same benefits. Laughter Yoga combines Laughter Exercises with Yogic Breathing. We have a Loughton Group that meets three times a month. Please call 0208 508 2134 and visit www.laughterworkout.co.uk for more information. Come and join us.
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.
PROBUSPROBUSPROBUSPROBUS. FOREST Probus Club is actively seeking new membersnew membersnew membersnew members. Monthly meetings on second Friday 12.30pm & lunch at County Hotel, Oak Hill Woodford Green. Please contact the Secretary [email protected] or 020 8529 6500
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.
YogaYogaYogaYoga————’Fitness Yoga’.’Fitness Yoga’.’Fitness Yoga’.’Fitness Yoga’. Mondays 7pm—8pm at Theydon Bois Primary School, Orchard Drive. A revitalising and relaxing work-out including a blend of Yoga based postures, traditional stretching, core exercises from Pilates, balance work and a final relaxation section. Taught to relaxing music. First class FREE, then £25 per month. Contact Lucilla on 07956 695077 Email [email protected], www.onestopfitness.co.uk (Iyengar) Yoga(Iyengar) Yoga(Iyengar) Yoga(Iyengar) Yoga, Lindsey Street, Epping. Monday evenings from 6pm. Please contact Dorothy on 01992 574623.
Yoga classes and workshops Yoga classes and workshops Yoga classes and workshops Yoga classes and workshops for all levels in Epping and North Weald, Tues/Weds/Thurs/Sat. Contact Amy on 07841 378364 or visit www.amybrambleyoga.blogspot.com for more details.
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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. 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 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 Epping (Wake Arms roundabout). £15 meeting fee includes lunch. Next meeting February 14thNext meeting February 14thNext meeting February 14thNext meeting February 14th—SmartNet’s 2nd anniversary! 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. £40 per month for regular members, or one off annual fee for infrequent visitors (plus £10 fee per meeting). 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 Feb 8 The Jives Feb 22 the Derek Nash & Dick Pearce Quintet Mar 8 Jimmy C and the Bluedragons Mar 29 The Tommaso Storace Quartet
Harlow PlayhouseHarlow PlayhouseHarlow PlayhouseHarlow Playhouse—Box Office 01279 431945—Full season details and booking details at www.playhouseharlow.com
Feb 9 Richard Digence Feb 10 The Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular Feb 12 The Circus of Horrors Feb 14 A Night of Romantic Opera Feb 16 & 17 Brenda Taylor—Thank You for the Music and All That Jazz Feb 21 The Hare and the Tortoise Feb 22 The Elvis Years Feb 23 Wow! The Show is Magic Feb 24 Wrestle Force—Title Wave Feb 27 A Midsummer’s Night Dream Feb 28 Nights on Broadway—The Bee Gees Story Mar 1 The Guns N’ Roses Experience Mar 2 The Floyd Effect Mar 3 A Night of Dirty Dancing Mar 7 Jongleurs Mar 9 & 10 GaGa—A Tribute to Queen Mar 10 Blake Mar 13 & 14 Chas and Dave Mar 15 The Russian Cossacks Mar 16 Halfway to Paradise—The Billy Fury Story Mar 17 Kevin Precious—Not Appropriate Mar 20 The Irish House Party Mar 21 The Magic of the Beatles Mar 22 Motown’s Greatest Hits—How Sweet It Is Mar 23 Lee Hurst—Too Scared to Leave the House West Essex Flower ClubWest Essex Flower ClubWest Essex Flower ClubWest Essex Flower Club————February 11th at 1.45pmFebruary 11th at 1.45pmFebruary 11th at 1.45pmFebruary 11th at 1.45pm, Thornwood Village Hall, Weald Hall Lane, Thornwood. Demonstration entitled ‘Something With Flowers’ by Jane Ellis. All welcome, visitors £4 payable on the door. Contact the Club Secretary for further details on 01992 57703601992 57703601992 57703601992 577036 Theydon Bois & District Friends of Cancer Research UKTheydon Bois & District Friends of Cancer Research UKTheydon Bois & District Friends of Cancer Research UKTheydon Bois & District Friends of Cancer Research UK QUIZ NIGHTQUIZ NIGHTQUIZ NIGHTQUIZ NIGHT Friday March 8thFriday March 8thFriday March 8thFriday March 8th at Theydon Bois Village Hall 7.30 for 8pm start. Fish/chicken & chips supper. Bring your own drinks. Tickets £12.00 from 01992 614008 or 07908 227476
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