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Issue 27 – November 2014

Richmond Literature Festival Events Diary

Getting Ready for Spring Children’s ActivitiesCouncillor’s Update

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to the many events being held in the area with a distinctly Christmassy feel.

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Richmond Literature Festival

Full programme available at www.richmondliterature.com ARTSRICHMOND YOUNG WRITERS’ FESTIVAL Show off your writing skills, not exceeding 500 words, or 25 lines for a poem. For entry details visit www.artsrichmond.org.uk Deadline for Entries to artsrichmond 15th December 2014

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THIS MONTH WE WELCOME back the annual Literature Festival exploring literature in its widest form – from performances and concerts to Christmas carol’s and afternoon tea. Whether you’re looking for an evening of literary debate, a good panel discussion, or the chance pen your own short story, there really is something for all.What follows is a taste of the many local events available – for booking details and the full, borough-wide programme visit the Festival website at richmondliterature.com

In Search of Green Spaces: An Illustrated Talk on Richmond’s open spaces – Andrew Wilson and Joanna JacksonThursday 6th November, 6pmTaking our open spaces as their inspiration, local photographers Andrew Wilson and Joanna Jackson present their latest works. Octagon Room, Orleans House Gallery

Unseen London – Peter Dazeley Sunday 9th November, 2pmLiving in an apartment overlooking Battersea Power Station Peter Dazeley witnessed the decline of the architectural icon. Photographing the interior became the starting point for his mission to record hidden London as it stands today.Octagon Room, Orleans House Gallery

Mrs Hemingway and Eric Satie: When Real Lives become Fiction – Richard Skinner and Naomi WoodMonday 10th November, 7.30pmJoin authors Naomi Wood and Richard Skinner, for a biographical journey into the lives of two of the most original artists of the early 20th century. Waldegrave Room, St Mary’s University CollegeWriting for Radio and Other Performance – Christie Dickason and Stephen WyattThursday 13th November, 7.30pmWriting can combine words with music, choreography, poetry, stage drama and performance. The evening explores all of these forms and how they come together.Waldegrave Room, St Mary’s University College

Richmond Shakespeare Society present Love’s FoolSaturday 15th November, 2pm and 5pmJoin the Richmond Shakespeare Society for a joyous celebration of the life of one of our greatest dramatists through the everlasting theme of love. Enjoy some of his most loved and enduring characters accompanied by Elizabethan music and song.

Octagon Room, Orleans House GalleryPiano Man: A Life of John Ogdon – Charles BeauclerkMonday 17th November, 7pmExploring the life of England’s greatest pianist, John Ogdon (1937-89), famed for his impossible exploits at the keyboard. The Salon, York House

A Feast of Blood: The English Obsession with Vampires – Essie Fox & Lynn ShepherdFriday 21st November, 7pmThey will be discussing the English obsession with vampires, drawing on their own fictional work and research undertaken, referring to classic literature as well as Victorian Penny Dreadfuls and even the ongoing practices of some extreme religious cults!Strawberry Hill House – surely the most gothic of venues

Allum’s Antiques Almanac 2015 – Marc AllumSaturday 22nd November, 3pmBBC Antiques Roadshow specialist Marc Allum introduces his annual almanac that keeps you up-to-date with the stories, facts and idiosyncrasies of the ever-changing antiques market. Strawberry Hill House

Contents

Welcome – Page 1

Events Calendar – Page 2

Notice Board – Page 4

Food & Drink with Tony Rowe – Pages 6 & 7

Events Pages – Pages 8, 10, 12 & 14

Children’s Activities– Pages 16 & 18

Getting Ready for Spring – Page 20

Richmond Literature Festival – Page 22

Councillor’s Update – Page 22

Local Contact Information – Page 26

Strawberry Hill House – Pages 28 & 29

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Events Calendar November 2014

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16th-22nd Blackbird see p10

Fireworks Display see p8

Xmas Fair see p4

Flute,Voice and Verse see p10

Healthwatch see p10

Don Pasquale see p10

Winter Warmer

Walk see p12

Playwam Shopping Evening see p14

Cheeky Leopard Shopping Evening see p12

Gothic Bookclub see p29

Richmond Art Soc Exhibit see p14

North Kingston

Choir see p14

A Mass for Peace see p32

Opera Gala

see p10

Hamish Stuart Band

see p14

Church Street Lights On

see p4

2nd-8th Monstrous Regiment see p4

Craft Fair see p4

Big Band Blitz

see p4

Twilight Tour

see p29

Twilight Tour

see p29

until the 9th Automata Exhibition see p29

until the 9th Anne Seymour Damers see p29

Art Auction see p8

Paul Lamb & the King Snakes see p8

Dona Oxford see p10

Arthur’s

Screen on the

Green Cinema

Programme

see p8

Richmond Film Society

Cinema Programme

see p10

Portrait of a Lady see p29

Craft Fair see p12

Beaujolais Nouveau Supper see p10

John Idan & the Natural Blues Band see p14


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Sunday 23rd November, 11am-3pm

Turner’s House Trust’s Christmas Fair

Enjoy free entry to Turner’s House, a

drink and start your Christmas shopping.

There will be cards and paints by artists

Beverley Waller and Katie Sollohub,

scarves by Annie Simpson, Stella & Dot

jewellery, other gifts and much more.

Karen Iredale’s art students’ work will

be on display. Sandycombe Lodge,

40 Sandycoombe Rd,

St Margaret’s, TW1 2LR

Sunday 30th November, 10am-4pmThe Mayor’s Charity Craft FairStalls include glass and silver jewellery, knits and crochet, homemade preserves, paintings and more, perfect for Xmas Gifts. Entry: free, a donation would be appreciated.All proceeds going to the Mayor’s charities Homelink and Momentum.Contact Michelle Davies 020 8891 7123, email [email protected] House

Saturday 22nd November, 7.30pm.Big Band BlitzDance the night away with the Jon Bennett Big Band and enjoy the showbiz guests, mingle with 1940s re-enactors, view the 1940s vehicles, and even hear the Air-Raid Warning. There will also be a special 1940s museum, and some great prizes in the Celebrity Charity Raffle.

Clarendon Hall, York House, TW1 3AATickets: £22 Concessions: £19 (60 or over) www.ticketweb.co.ukGeneral Enquiries: 020 8973 3605 / 07808 156 797

Monstrous Regiment Terry Pratchett’s outlandish

Discworld fantasy hits the

RSS stage! Polly Perks had

to become a boy in a hurry.

Cutting off her hair and wearing

trousers was easy. Learning

to fart and belch in public and

walk like an ape took more

time. Now she’s enlisted in

the army, searching for her

lost brother, but there’s a war on and her

side’s coming off worse. Polly is suddenly

in the thick of it.The Mary Wallace Theatre, The Embankment,

Box Office 020 8744 0547 (10am and 7pm)

Sunday 2nd - Saturday 8th Nov

• Christmas Market

• Santa’s Grotto

• Punch & Judy

• Face Painting

• Children’s carousel

CHURCH STREET

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ON

Friday 21st November,

3–9pm

• Kneller Hall’s Military Band

• Christmas Carols

• Lantern Procession

• Richmond Music Trust


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AT ONE MINUTE PAST midnight on the third Thursday of each November over a million

cases of Beaujolais Nouveau make their journey through a sleeping France to Paris for immediate shipment to all parts of the world. The race is on to be the first to serve this new wine which has been known to travel by motorcycle, balloon, truck, helicopter, Concorde jet, elephant, runners and rickshaws to get it to its final destination.

The grapes are Gamay noir à Jus blanc grape, better known simply as Gamay. By law, all grapes in the region must be harvested by hand. This is a wine made fast with a hurried harvest, rapid fermentation and speedy bottling, all while the ‘better’ Beaujolais is given more time. Beaujolais had always made a vin de l’année to celebrate the end of the harvest, but until WWII it was only for local consumption. Eventually, the government stepped into regulate the sale of all this quickly transported, free-flowing wine and now it may be released no earlier than the third Thursday of November.

The wine should actually be termed Beaujolais Primeur. By French and European rules, a wine released during the period between its harvest and a date in the following spring, is termed primeur. A wine released during the period between its own and the following years harvest, is termed nouveau.

Beaujolais Nouveau is as near to a white wine as a red wine can be. It is both light and fruity and best served chilled, with some authentic cuisine from the region.

One of the most delicious dishes to serve with Beaujolais Nouveau is Cassoulet.

First start by making your DUCK CONFITRub 4 duck legs with sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, 2 garlic cloves and 4 sprigs of fresh thyme.Place in a ceramic dish skin side down and sprinkle over 4 tablespoons of brandy. Cover

with cling film and leave to marinate in the fridge overnight.

Preheat oven to 300F/Gas mark 2.Scrape the marinade off the duck pieces.Heat 700grams of duck or goose fat in a heavy ovenproof dish. Add the duck, 6 garlic cloves, 4 more sprigs of thyme and 2 bay leaves. Make sure the duck is submerged in the melted fat.Transfer the dish to the oven and bake until the meat is tender and the fat in the skin is completely rendered – 3∞ – 4 hours.

Remove from oven and cool. Strain half the fat and bring to boil in a pan. Pour into a ceramic dish and leave to set in the fridge. Once the duck is cool, place in the ceramic dish and strain over the rest of the melted fat, making sure to cover all the meat with fat. Place in the fridge for a couple of hours to set. This can be stored for up to a month in the fridge.

Preheat the oven to 390F/Gas mark 6.Scrape the fat off the duck legs and place in a roasting tray. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt and roast for 40 minutes, until the skin is crisp and golden brown.

So now you’ve made the duck confit you are ready to make the Cassoulet.Soak 450 grams of dried white haricot beans overnight in cold water.

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Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan. Add 120 grams of diced pancetta and cook over a low heat until the fat has been rendered. Add a medium diced onion and cook gently for a few minutes until softened.

Add the haricot beans, 4 sprigs of fresh thyme, 4 pints of water, 2 pints of chicken stock and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer over a low heat, stirring occasionally, until the beans are al dente, about an hour should do it. Add cloves of a large peeled garlic and simmer for another 15 minutes. Remove the thyme sprigs. Season with sea salt and let cool to room temperature then refrigerate overnight.

Preheat the oven to 350F/Gas mark 4. Reheat the beans and then transfer to a deep baking dish. Add the duck confit, 120grams of bacon cut into 1inch cubes, 350 grams of Toulouse sausage sliced diagonally into pieces ∞ inch thick. Bake for 40 minutes until the Cassoulet is bubbling and all the meats are cooked through. Remove from the oven and rest for 15 minutes.

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet, add 2 cups of coarse fresh breadcrumbs, stir and cook quickly until browned and crisp. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs and 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley over the Cassoulet and serve with a very large glass or two of chilled Beaujolais Nouveau.

And now the Legend of the Red Cat…..The Chat Rouge legend began when several producers gathered under the beautiful full harvest

moon one night in the Beaujolais. Legend says the ‘Red Cat’ protected the vineyards from the insects and animals that could do harm and damage to the vines and grapes. These cats love to wander through the vineyards and villages under the bright Beaujolais moonlight. It is said that these unusual cats looked true red in colour from the reflection off the bright harvest moon above, which alarmed the villagers and other animals in the area. Over time they became known as the guardians of the vines, so the winemakers dedicated themselves to producing the best quality wines in honour of these ‘Red Cats’.

Whether you believe the legend or not, it must be said that the Beaujolais Nouveau wines just get better and better each year and definitely not to be missed.

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Children’s ActivitiesTeddington Weir

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Saturday 1st November, 7.30pmNPL Sports Club Fireworks Display A spectacular display to music plus live music

from the Fish ‘n’ Chippendales, real ale tent and

barbeque and other food outlets.

Entry on the night: Adult £12, Child £5,

NPL Sports Club, Queens Road, TW11 0LW

Arthur’s Screen on the GreenSunday 2nd Nov, 7pm – The 100-year-old Man Who Climbed Out the

Window and Disappeared

Sunday 9th Nov, 7pm – Chef

Sunday 16th Nov, 7pm – Boyhood

Sunday 23rd Nov, 7pm– Finding Vivian Maier

Sunday 30th Nov, 7pm– Jersey Boys

At the Film Nights Tony creates a menu around

the subject of the film. The evenings begin at

7pm when starter served film starts around

8.30pm. £25 per guest.

Arthur’s on the Green, The Green, TW2 5AB

[email protected]

Thursday 6th November – viewing from 6.30pm, auction 8pm Art AuctionOne of the highlights of the social calendar in

Twickenham, the money raised is put towards the

many environmental projects supported by the

Environment Trust for Richmond upon Thames.

The auction will include pictures commissioned to

reflect this year’s theme which is Food Glorious

Food. Please visit environmenttrust.co.uk to view

images of pictures which are to be auctioned.

Tickets: £10 includes refreshments.

York House, TW1 3AA.

Thursday 6th November, 8.30pmPaul Lamb & The King SnakesPaul Lamb has forged himself into the history

books as one of the greatest harmonica players

of our time with countless awards and record-

breaking albums. paullamb.com.

Tickets: £12 (£10 Members).

Eel Pie Club at The Patch, 67 London Road,

Twickenham TW1 3SZ

Sunday 9th NovemberRemembrance SundayFormal remembrance activities will begin at

10.15am when veterans, their family and friends

along with representatives of local organisations

will muster on Twickenham Riverside. They will

set off at 10.30am to proceed to a wreath laying

service and observance of two minutes silence at

11am at Radnor Gardens.

Sunday 9th November, 5pmThe Armed Man – a Mass for PeaceA semi-staged performance of this moving work

by Karl Jenkins, featuring professional soloists

and musicians, a community chorus and dance

students from local schools. A collaboration

between the Landmark, Unexpected Opera and

Dramatic Edge.

Tickets: £12 adults / £10 seniors, LAC Members /

£7 U16s

Contact: [email protected],

020 8977 7558, landmarkartscentre.org

Landmark Arts Centre, Ferry Rd, Teddington, TW11

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Dates for your Diary

Open MorningsWhole School - 10.00am-12.30pm Introductory talk at 10.00amSaturday 7 FebruarySaturday 14 March

For further information, tel 01372 473624 or email [email protected]

Claremont Fan Court SchoolAn independent co-educational school for pupils aged 2½ to 18 years

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Richmond Film Society Tuesday 11th Nov, 8pm– Caesar Must Die

Tuesday 25th November, 8pm– The Hunt

Tickets £6 per film (full time students £4).

Telephone 020 8893 3503,

richmondfilmsoc.org.uk,

email: [email protected]

Room G5 (the Pete Postlethwaite Theatre)

St Mary’s University, Waldegrave Rd, TW1 4SX

Thursday 13th November, 2-4pmHealthwatch Richmond Healthwatch Richmond will be holding a drop-in

session to provide information on navigating

the complex world of Health and Social Care.

healthwatchrichmond.co.uk

Twickenham Library, Garfield Road, TW1 3JT

Thursday 13th November, 8.45pmDoña Oxford – Goddess of SoulDoña Oxford is an extraordinary, soulful and

passionate singer, songwriter and keyboardist

from New York, whose Old School, soul vocals

and her love of Rock & Roll piano infuses to

create a unique sound many have compared to

Gladys Knight meets the Rolling Stones.



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Saturday 15th November, 7.30pmFlute, Voice and VerseEster Kosar (Mezzosoprano), Lilly Dufter-

Wimmer (Flute) and Roy Stratford (Piano) are

coming together with actors Moir Lesley and

Alister Cameron to the Normansfield Theatre

for a sequence of music including works by

Debussy, Reinecke and Dvorak interspersed with

well-loved poems.

Tickets: Advance £12/£10 conc or On the Door

£14/£12 conc

Contact: 0333 1212 300, Lesley.alabaf@downs-

syndrome.org.uk, Normansfield Theatre,

2a Langdon Down Centre, TW11 9PS

Sunday 16th November, 7pmThe Momentum 10th Anniversary Opera Gala Momentum is a charity based in Kingston upon

Thames which supports children with cancer and

life-limiting conditions. Their 10th Anniversary

Gala Concert will feature solo performances from

top opera singers, with a chorus comprising

members of international companies. Book

early, as it is usually a sell-out! All proceeds

from this concert will go towards Momentum’s

new programme to support bereaved families.

moment-um.org

Tickets: £25 / £20

Note: £25 tickets ONLY available from the

Momentum office on 020 8974 5931.

landmarkartscentre.org


Sunday 16th – Saturday 22nd NovemberBlackbirdThe past is a dangerous

place – middle-aged Ray is

shocked to be visited at work

by a young woman from his

past. The meeting brings back

painful and difficult memories

for them both to relive

and resolve. As a gruelling

confrontation unfolds, Ray’s


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new ‘life’ is put in jeopardy.

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Hampton Hill Playhouse: Coward Studio,

90 High St, Hampton Hill, TW12 1NZ

Thursday 20th NovemberBeaujolais Nouveau Supper A celebration supper to welcome this year’s

vintage of Beaujolais Nouveau. Three course

dinner, including bottle of Beaujolais Nouveau

per guest. Dress code – a touch French

(optional) £29.95 per guest.

Arthur’s on the Green, The Green, TW2 5AB

[email protected]

Saturday 22nd November, 1.30-5pmCraft FairHandmade items, unique christmas gifts by

local crafters.

St Mary’s Church Hall, Church Street, TW1 3NJ

Thursday 20th November, 8.45pmThe Rollin’ StonedGet Stoned on two hours of nostalgia as The

Rollin’ Stoned play the best of 1964-1969 those

eclectic classics you almost forgot about.



Twickenham TW1 3SZ

Saturday 22nd November, 7.30pmDon PasqualeRich, elderly bachelor Don Pasquale has

demanded that his nephew and heir, Ernesto,

breaks up with his penniless widow of a

girlfriend, and marry a woman that Don

Pasquale has chosen, but Ernesto refuses. Don

Pasquale then decides to disinherit Ernesto and

get married himself. Don Pasquale’s best friend

is Dr Malatesta, a practical

jokester, who foresees disaster

and asks Don Pasquale to let

him choose the bride. The

young girl is not quite as she

appears and the

comedy begins!

Tickets: £20/£16 conc




Sunday 23rd November, 10amWinter Warmer WalkHampton Hill based charity African Revival

are holding a fundraising Winter Warmer Walk

as part of their Jumpstart! Appeal to improve

education for nursery school children in rural

areas of Uganda and Zambia. A 10km sponsored

walk will start at Hampton Hill Cricket Club,

continue through Bushy Park ending at Ham

House – all monies raised will be doubled by the

government. £10 registration fee

Contact: 020 8939 3190, [email protected],

africanrevival.org

Tuesday 25th November, 7-10pmCheeky Leopard Open HouseAn evening of bubbly, nibbles and Cheeky

Leopards unique collection of clutch bags and

purses inspired by Japanese fabrics.

44 Coleshill Rd, TW11 0LJ, 07817 654450

email: [email protected]

Tuesday 25th November 8-10pmPlaywam Christmas Shopping Evening There will be lots of great stalls to buy Xmas

presents from, music from St Mary’s Bell ringers


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Thursday 27th November 2014

Broad Street LightS Up firSt events from 4pm-6.15pm, the Christmas tree lights will be switched on at 5.45pm and will start the lighting up process, swiftly followed by the individual column lights in Broad Street. Choirs of Carol Singers will continue the festivities

high Street events & road closure 6.30pm - 10.00pm. Stalls in Cedar road Car park

eLmfieLd gardenS 6.45pm Choirs of Carol Singersfollowed by Chris Jarvis and the mayor of richmond Cllr Jane Boulton will switch on the high Street lights

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plus a licensed bar.

£3 entrance includes a glass of fizz, all money

raised will go to the Playwam charity.

St Marys Parish Hall, Langham Rd, TW11 9HF.

Thursday 27th November, 8.45pmJohn Idan & The Natural Blues Band‘Detroit’ John Idan was popular frontman of The

Yardbirds for 15 years and has appeared on

three of their albums.

www.johnidan.net/.



Twickenham TW1 3SZ

Thursday 27th November, from 5.45pmTeddington Lights UpThe lights will be switched

on at Elmfield Gardens at

7pm by Cbeebies presenter Chris Jarvis and Mayor of Richmond Cllr Jane Boulton. The night features a host of entertaining & festive activities throughout the evening including:Radio Jackie, Father Christmas, a snow machine, dancers, treasure hunt, raffles and pony rides

to name but a few.

Saturday 29th Nov to Sunday 7th Dec, 10am-6pmThe Richmond Art Society

Winter Exhibition Over 100 members’ art works

of all sorts will be on the walls,

with free-standing sculptures

and ceramics on show too.

Unframed – and modestly

priced – works will be in the display racks. Plus

lots of artists’ cards, just in time for Christmas.

Admission Free

richmondartsociety.com

Vestry House, Paradise Road, Richmond TW9 1SA

Saturday 29th November, 4.30pmNorth Kingston ChoirFamily friendly concert celebrating their 1st

anniversary. Tickets: £5, children free




Saturday 29th November, 7.30pmThe Hamish Stuart BandGlasgow born Hamish Stuart first attained

international acclaim as the lead guitarist and

falsetto voice of the Average White Band, one

of the great self-contained Soul/Funk bands of

the 70s.

Tickets: £18 / £16 ( £17 / £15 LAC Members)

Contact: [email protected],

020 8977 7558, landmarkartscentre.org


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LAST MONTH WE reported that there would be a meeting for Strawberry Hill businesses to come

along and hear about plans for the business association. Unfortunately, due to time constraints the

November 6th meeting has been postponed and will be re-scheduled for a date in the new year. In the meantime, if you are a local business and would like more information about membership please get in touch.

SHBA Meeting Update

If you are interested in attending any of these activities, please

phone first to check the details.Children’s Activities

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Ballet for ChildrenClasses for 3 years upwards.Established 1982. Fully registered and qualified. Contact: Geraldine Maguire, ARAD020 8894 3991 www.balletforchildren.org St. James’ Hall, Radnor Rd, Twickenham

Catch-a-ballsThursdays: various times and ages. Fun games and activities including ball handling skills, bat and ball techniques and agility. Develop balance and posture, co-ordination and spatial awareness and social skills. Book your free trial class now.Contact: 020 8398 3034, [email protected], www.catch-a-balls.co.uk. The Crossway, St Stephen Church, 306 Richmond Rd, Twickenham, Middlesex TW1 2PD

Cheeky Monkey’sEvery Tuesday, 10am till noonUnder 5’sA friendly drop-in for parents and carers with pre-school children. Good quality toys with plenty of space for the children to play and a singing time. Tea, coffee, soft drinks and biscuits available.To find out more, contact the church office [email protected], 020 8892 5258The Crossway, St Stephen Church, 306 Richmond Rd, Twickenham, TW1 2PD

Classical BabiesFriday 28th November, 11-11.45am, parents and up to 3 years45 minutes of music by professional musicians in a family friendly environment. Contact: Nadine Andre on 07732 058705 or [email protected] Arts Centre, Ferry Rd, TW11 9NN

Dragon Drama Improvisational theatre, storytelling, acting, movement, mime, magic and mayhem! Workshops for preschool – eighteen years old. Contact 07590 452 436 or [email protected]. www.dragondrama.co.uk

Dramacube Saturdays, 9.30-11 (for 4-6 year olds) and 9.30-12.30 for 7-11 year olds.Creative 90 minute and 3 hour acting, singing and dance clasess. This Autumn term the 4-6 year olds’ classes are inspired by Disney’s

Frozen and the 7-11 year olds’ classses will see them develop their own unique production of Billy Elliot. Free taster session available.St. Mary’s University, Waldegrave Road, Contact: Lucy on 07931 138 353, [email protected], www.dramacube.co.uk

Fairtrade FridaysEvery Friday, 10-noonFairtrade cafe with tea, coffee and snacks served. All welcome – toys available for the children.Teddington Methodist Church in the main hall, 1 Stanley Road, TW11 8PT

Footie TotsThursdays and Fridays, 2∞-8 years.An Introduction to the world of fitness and football for children. Teaching basic ball skills, scoring lots of goals and having fun on the way.Contact Andy on 07931 707720 or [email protected], www.footie-tots.co.ukHoly Trinity Church, Vicarage Rd, TW2

Frankie & Flo’s Play CafeTues/Weds/Thurs, 2.30-5pm5 years and under, older siblings welcome. A friendly environment with bouncy castle, ride on toys, craft activities, baby area, dressing up clothes, play shop, roller coaster. Professional children’s (and adult) haircuts. Beauty therapist Cost: Under 1 year £2, 1 yr and over £3.501st Sibling £2, additional siblings £1.Contact: Cassie on 07803 594786St Mary’s Parish Hall, Langham Road, Teddington TW11 9HF

Jo JinglesMondays: 9.30am walking-2yrs; 10.25am 2yrs+; 11.20am 3mths-walking.Also TuesdaysMusic, singing and movement classes for babies and pre-school age children from 3months to 5 years of age.Contact: 020 8241 8139 www.twickenham.jojingles.comHoly Trinity Church, Vicarage Rd, TW2 5TS


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Teddington Dance StudioBallet, modern, tap, street jazz and melody movement, musical theatre, tinny tappers. For ∞ to 16 year olds.Contact: Natalie 07887 353950, [email protected]

Tiny Teddies Second and fourth Friday of the month: 10.30-11am. Bounce and rhyme for babies and toddlers. Contact: 020 8734 3340 Twickenham Library, Garfield Rd, TW1 3JT.

Tiny TunesThursdays 10-10.40am and 11am-11.40am3 months-5 yearsNew term starts 4th September. £5 per child/£2.50 siblings. Contact: Lisa 07977 585020, [email protected], www.tinytuneslive.com Twickenham Library, Garfield Rd, TW1 3JT

Toddler TimeEvery Friday, 10am-noonDrop-in group for Parents, carers with babies, toddlers. More information contact Charlotte 07879606852 or [email protected] Reformed Church, First Cross Road, Twickenham, TW2 5QA

Tempo TotsMondays and Fridays. Time according to age. Music making with singing and dancing. Each week there’s a different theme. Contact: 07956 447118, [email protected], tempo-tots.comThe Hyde Room, York House, Richmond Rd, TW1 3AA and The Maple Room, The Crossways, St Stephen’s, 306 Richmond Rd, TW1 2PD

Twins’ Club PlaygroupEvery Wednesday, 2.30pm - 4.30pm. Enjoy a cuppa and talk to other parents/carers of multiples whilst the children play with lots of lovely toys. Tea,coffee, snacks and fruit provided. Cost £2 per family (members), £3 per family (non members). They also run a fortnightly Bumps & Babies group as well as social events for the grown ups. www.twickenhamtwinsclub.co.ukTwickenham Methodist Church, Queens Road, TW1 4EN.

Kids’ Art ClubSaturday 15th Nov 10am-noon, 5-11 yrsA different art project for each session, including drawing, painting, relief making, printing and collage. Fun workshops are fully designed and supervised by art educators. Cost: £12 per child, inc. all mats. Book early. Landmark Arts Centre, Ferry Rd, TW11 9NNCall 020 8977 7558 to book.

Little Wrigglers Dance, Perform & PlayMonday 2-2.45pm 2-4 yearsThursdays: 9.45-10.30am, 3-4 years, 10:30-11am, 2-3 years. A creative mix of dance, music and mime to inspire your child to move to music.Contact: Rachel 07817 691660 [email protected], www.littlewrigglers.co.uk. Landmark Arts Centre, Ferry Rd, TW11 9NN

Monkey MusicTuesdays, United Reform Church, First Cross Rd, Wednesdays, St Stephen’s, Crossway Times according to age group. Age: 3 mths-4 yrs. Small, tailor-made classes to encourage children to learn through songs and games. Contact: Claire Slade 020 8847 4031,

Singing Hands Christmas Charity SingalongSaturday 15th November, 11amA lively singalong featuring festive songs and carols with Makaton signing. All proceeds go to the Shooting Star Children’s Hospice. Suitable for all ages! Rose Theatre, 24-26 High St, Kingston KT1 1HL Tickets: www.rosetheatrekingston.org

Story Time @ Twickenham LibraryTuesdays: 3.45pm. Free weekly story time for the under 5s. Tel: 020 8734 3340, Garfield Rd, TW1 3JT

See SawFriday morning, Under 5’sPlay and explore in multi-sensory sessions designed to encourage creativity, curiosity and develop skills in communication, co-ordination and social interaction. Drop-ins welcomed. Contact: 020 8831 6000, [email protected] House Gallery, Riverside, TW1 3DJ

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I HOPE THIS DOESN’T sound like ‘Easter Eggs at Christmas’ so to speak, but this really is the

time to be thinking about bulbs if you haven’t already done so if you are hoping for a wonderful display next spring. Spring flowering bulbs really need to be planted before winter sets in to allow them to produce some roots in advance of the harsh weather. There is probably (at the time of writing) just about enough time to get some bulbs in the ground now so get going this weekend if at all possible. If the weather really has turned and you haven’t had a moment to get outside, don’t despair tulips won’t mind being planted as late as November.

Not only are spring daffodils a Wordworthian inspiration seen en masse in the wild, but of course in a domestic flowerbed or in a bowl or pot enjoyed inside too. In fact, I think I enjoy having the wonderful colour and of course scent, indoors more than I do outside. After all, though February and March can bring milder weather often it is still too cold to spend very much time outside.

However, do consider alternative planting positions, for example in the lawn or under trees. If this appeals to you, you will doubtless want to achieve a ‘natural’ effect with swathes of bulbs, rather than regular rows of flowers. Grabbing a handful of the bulbs and literally just scattering them and planting them exactly where they land will achieve this wonderful random effect.

Whichever planting site you choose, you will need first to choose your species and this of course will be no problem, with the proliferation of local Garden Centers, we are spoilt for choice.Personally I would advocate a single colour or at the most a combination of two colours for my spring bulbs, I think this restraint really allows the plants to be seen at their best without the distraction of multicolours but of course like everything else this is a matter of personal taste.

Finally a word about my particular favourite, the Hyacinth; the traditional time to start ‘forcing’ hyacinths into flower is the third week of September, so that they flower in time for Christmas. However, there are so many goodies around at Christmas, that you might consider forcing the bulbs for the lean weeks of January and February instead. Hyacinths will flower 10-12 weeks from potting if you keep them in a cool, dark room (or under a cardboard box) until they have shoots about 2in tall. There are few things nicer than the beautiful Hyacinth to look at whilst we wait patiently for the first Daffodil.

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ARTSRICHMOND YOUNG WRITERS’ FESTIVAL Show off your writing skills, not exceeding 500 words, or 25 lines for a poem. For entry details visit artsrichmond.org.uk Deadline for Entries to artsrichmond 15th December 2014

THIS MONTH WE WELCOME back the annual Literature Festival exploring literature in its

widest form – from performances and concerts to Christmas carol’s and afternoon tea. Whether you’re looking for an evening of literary debate, a good panel discussion, or the chance pen your own short story, there really is something for all.

What follows is a taste of the many local events available – for booking details and the full, borough-wide programme visit the Festival website at richmondliterature.com

In Search of Green Spaces: An Illustrated Talk on Richmond’s open spaces – Andrew Wilson and Joanna Jackson

Thursday 6th November, 6pmTaking our open spaces as their inspiration, local photographers Andrew Wilson and Joanna Jackson present their latest works. Octagon Room, Orleans House Gallery

Unseen London – Peter Dazeley Sunday 9th November, 2pmLiving in an apartment overlooking Battersea Power Station Peter Dazeley witnessed the decline of the architectural icon. Photographing the interior became the starting point for his mission to record hidden London as it stands today.Octagon Room, Orleans House Gallery

Mrs Hemingway and Eric Satie: When Real Lives become Fiction – Richard Skinner and Naomi WoodMonday 10th November, 7.30pmJoin authors Naomi Wood and Richard Skinner, for a biographical journey into the lives of two of the most original artists of the early 20th century. Waldegrave Room, St Mary’s University College

Writing for Radio and Other Performance – Christie Dickason and Stephen WyattThursday 13th November, 7.30pmWriting can combine words with music, choreography, poetry, stage drama and performance. The evening explores all of these forms and how they come together.Waldegrave Room, St Mary’s University College

Richmond Shakespeare Society present Love’s FoolSaturday 15th November, 2pm and 5pmJoin the Richmond Shakespeare Society for a joyous celebration of the life of one of our greatest dramatists through the everlasting theme of love. Enjoy some of his most loved and enduring characters accompanied by Elizabethan music and song. Octagon Room, Orleans House Gallery

Piano Man: A Life of John Ogdon – Charles BeauclerkMonday 17th November, 7pmExploring the life of England’s greatest pianist, John Ogdon (1937-89), famed for his impossible exploits at the keyboard. The Salon, York House

A Feast of Blood: The English Obsession with Vampires – Essie Fox & Lynn ShepherdFriday 21st November, 7pmThey will be discussing the English obsession with vampires, drawing on their own fictional work and research undertaken, referring to classic literature as well as Victorian Penny Dreadfuls and even the ongoing practices of some extreme religious cults!Strawberry Hill House – surely the most gothic of venues

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home fees no one will have to sell their home in their lifetime, but Councils will be able to charge an administration fee and interest during the period of the agreement. From 2016 a means-tested contribution towards daily living costs in a care home (around £12,000 per annum) will be charged separately from care costs. Daily living costs are not subject to the funding cap.

Care and support affects a large number of people in England. 400,000 are in residential care and 56% are state-supported. 1.1 million people are receiving care at home. 80% are state funded. 1.5 million are employed in the care and support workforce. No less than six million people are caring for a friend or family member. There are some 15,000 carers in the Borough. About 2,000 of these are supported by the Council.

The Department of Health estimate the cost of the reforms at £0.46 billion rising to £1.63 billion by 2020. Richmond’s pro-rata share would be £1.75m in 2016 increasing to £6.2 million by 2020. The government is providing funding for the implementation costs.

Richmond is well prepared with a programme and implementation plan in place and Council Members at Cabinet and Scrutiny are looking at our local Care Act arrangements. As Cabinet Member for Adult Services I am grateful for the support of Council staff and numerous voluntary sector organisations who have contributed to the implementation of this far-reaching legislation which will benefit many Borough residents whether they are carers or residents in receipt of care services.

If you want to discuss anything else with your councillors please come and see us at our Surgery between 7 -8 pm on the second Monday of every month at York House (the Town Hall) in Twickenham.

THE CARE ACT 2014 is the biggest change in Adult Social Care for 60 years, based on the

principle of wellbeing of all residents. Jon Rouse, Director for Social Care, Department of Health said that the Care Act marks ‘a generational shift in our system of care, a shift from a system that is essentially paternal, reactive and prescribed to one that is preventative, personised and proactive in its care and care approach.’

The Act is designed to provide support for the whole community providing comprehensive advice including independent financial advice and carers have the same rights as the people they care for.

Residents who pay for their own care have a right to assessment, support plan and care management and adult safeguarding is put on statutory footing. Service users will be able to transfer from one Local Authority to another to ensure continuity of care

The funding reforms are aimed to provide more certainty and peace of mind over the costs of longevity or living with a disability ending the worry of limitless care costs and need to sell a home in a person’s lifetime to pay for care and consistency in charging whether in non-residential or residential care.

One of the main changes is that lifetime care costs for people age 65 and over are capped at £72,000. Currently there is no limit for people with assets. A lower cap is to be set for people with care needs before age 65. There will be no care costs for people with on-going care needs from childhood.

The extended ‘means test’ will bring more people into state-funded support. The capital limit will be increased from £23,250 to £27,000 for non-residential care (Richmond’s current limit is £35,000) Assets below £14,250 are not currently included in the means test and this will be raised to £17,000. By deferring payments for care

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Local Contact Information

HospitalsKingston Hospital NHS Trust Galsworthy Road, Kingston Upon ThamesTel: 020 8546 7711

West Middlesex University Hospital Twickenham Road, IsleworthTel: 020 8560 2121

NHS Walk-in-CentreTeddington Walk-in CentreOpen: Mon-Fri, 8am-10pm, weekends and bank holidays 9am–9pmTeddington Memorial Hospital, Hampton Road

Coastguard 020 8312 7380HM Coastguard LondonRiver Thames from Shell Haven Point and Egypt Bay to Teddington, www.mcga.gov.uk

Local MPVince Cable, Liberal Democratsemail: [email protected]: 020 8892 0215

CouncilLondon Borough of Richmond upon ThamesTel: 08456 122660 www.richmond.gov.ukEmergencies (out of hours) Tel: 020 8891 7413

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Associations• Friends of Radnor Gardenswww.friendsofradnorgardens.org.uk

• Friends of Twickenham Greenemail: [email protected]

• Strawberry Hill Residents’ Associationwww.shra.org.uk

• Twickenham Choral Societyemail: [email protected] www.twickenhamchoral.org.uk

• Twickenham upon Thames Rotary Club www.tutrotary.org

• The Twickenham Societywww.twicksoc.org.uk

• Twickenham Town Business AssociationTel: 020 8744 0474 email: [email protected]

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Workshops taking place at Strawberry Hill from 6th until 14th December will ensure

you and your family are fully prepped for Christmas.

On 6th December florist Henck Roling demonstrates the art of Christmas Flowers. Learn to make beautiful tables centres and wreaths for you front door and then make a wreath for your own to take home.

Local artist and printmaker Frances Kiernan will guide you through the stages of lino printing as you learn to make lovely hand printed Christmas cards or produce an selection of prints to take home and frame or give as gifts. Both these workshops include lunch and require advance booking.

Children can also make their own cards to give to family and friends at Pop Up Christmas Cards on 13th December. This imaginative workshop uses paper cutting, colouring and collaging to make these fun and festive cards. In Marbling Madness on 14th December traditional marbling techniques will be used to design Christmas wrapping paper and tags for that extra special gift. Both workshops are suitable for ages 3 and up.

EntertainmentOn 7th December join us for an evening of Christmas music with London based choir CORO. In the sumptuous surroundings of the Gallery enjoy music by the late 17th century composer Buxtehude, accompanied by Baroque instrumental group Follia interspersed with traditional Christmas carols and plenty of audience participation.

Get Ready for Christmas at Strawberry Hill

This year’s Christmas programme sees the exciting addition of Ghost Stories for Christmas, a spine-chilling production by the Best Cellar Theatre Company. In the macabre tradition of the BBC’s classic 1970s programme of the same name, the evening features adaptions of classic spine-chillers. On 13th December a night of vengeful remnants, restless spirits and malevolent ghouls is guaranteed for those brave enough to join us. The show will take places in the Gallery and is suitable for adults and children aged 11 or over.

On 11th December join us for an enlightening talk on the recreation of the glass in the Tribune, Horace Walpole’s cabinet of curiosities. At Tribune: The Painted Glass, Léonie Seliger, Director of the Canterbury Cathedral Studios who are creating the windows will give an insight into the intricate and artistic nature of the work. A seasonal supper can then be enjoyed afterwards in the Cloister Coffee House.

Visit & ShopStrawberry Hill will open its doors to its visitors on 6th, 7th, 13th and 14th December. Visit the house from 12 noon until 4.20pm. The Strawberry Hill shop stocks a unique ranges of cards and gifts open 11am until 5.30pm on 6th, 7th, 13th and 14th December.

All workshops and event require advanced booking. To do this or find out further information visit www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/events or telephone 020 8744 1241. Menus for the events on 11th and 13th December can also be viewed online on their relevant event page.


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WHAT’S ONAutomata Exhibition Until 9th Nov (as house opening times)

Automata and mechanical and moving toys from Sir Nicholas Goodison’s contemporary collection will be shown in

Walpole’s original display cabinets. The display includes traditional toys from around the world and witty works by some of the best-known modern British makers. Entry to the exhibition is free with a paid entry ticket to the house.

Anne Seymour Damer - Sculpture and Society Until 9th November (as house opening times) This loan exhibition is the first ever to be devoted to sculptor and author Anne Damer, Horace Walpole’s cousin. He promoted her as a ‘female genius’ and bequeathed her Strawberry Hill. The exhibition reassesses her sculptural achievement and illuminates her life in a world of politics, the theatre and passionate private friendships.

Entry to the exhibition is free with a paid entry ticket to the house. Supported by the Henry Moore Foundation No booking required.

Twilight Tour Wednesday 12th & 26th November, 8pm Explore Walpole’s gothic castle out of hours and at a magical time of day. Our expert guides will show you the theatrical delights of Strawberry Hill and tell you about its unique history, architecture and restoration. There is opportunity to enjoy a complimentary glass of Prosecco beforehand from 7.30pm.Recommended 18+, advance booking required

Portrait of a Lady Thursday 13th November, 6.45 - 8.45pm Join us for a delightful evening in the company of The History Wardrobe’s Lucy Adlington for her costume-in-context presentation ‘Portrait of a Lady’ which offers an enchanting view of the creation of beauty in eighteenth-century portraits. Marvellous anecdotes about Georgian life and utterly sumptuous costumes make this a delightful artistic experience. Whether you’re a fan of Sir Joshua Reynolds or Thomas Gainsborough, fashion, femininity and art history are all interwoven in a truly enthralling ensemble. Tickets for this exclusive evening will be £20, including Prosecco and canapés, as well as the opportunity to ask Lucy about her work. The presentation will take place in the stunning Gallery at Strawberry Hill House.

Gothic Bookclub Thursday 27th November, 7.30 - 9pm Join us in the Gallery to discuss Victor Hugo’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame; the story of the Cathedral of Notre Dame and how the lives of strangers are connected in an intricate web of love, hate and despair. Adults

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