Christmas in North Tyneside 2016

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CHRISTMAS EVENTS WHAT’S ON IN NORTH TYNESIDE

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YULETIDE TRADITIONS EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF CHRISTMAS

Festive Gift Guide

F I N D P E R F E C T P R E S E N T S F O R A L L T H E F A M I LY

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Welcome to Christmas in North Tyneside, a special festive publication brought to you by ABC Magazines.

Inside this special edition, which is available free of charge in hundreds of outlets around Whitley Bay, Tynemouth, North Shields and Wallsend, you will find information as to what is on in the region over the festive season, a gift guide featuring many of our local independent retailers, a guide to some of the best Christmas Events to get you in the mood for the big day, and many more festive related features.

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Start your Christmas celebrations in style Performance to include: Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting) Winter Wonderland

SISTERS OF SWING

Laura Adams & The Paul James Band With special guests

1st December 2016, 8pm SAGE GATESHEAD (SAGE TWO) Tickets from £16.50 plus handling fee www.sagegateshead.com and search ‘Laura Adams’ or call (0191) 443 4661

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Festive Events FRIDAY 2 DEC – SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER

Tyneside Winter Wonderland

The well known and loved Linskill Centre transforms itself both inside and out for one weekend. Santa's Workshop, European street food, the wonderful Linskill Community Choir, mulled wine and cider, The Santa Run, music, laughter and all things festive. Starting on Friday the 2nd of December, 6pm-10pm then continue into the weekend, 10am-4pm both Saturday and Sunday.

Linskill Centre, NE30 2AY www.linskillcentre.co.uk SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER

Meet Some Real Reindeer

Handlers will be around to tell people about these animals and children can feed them.

Whitley Bay Metro Station 10am – 4pm email events@northtyneside.gov.uk SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER

Live At Home Scheme – Christmas Market

10am till 12 at North Shields Methodist Church, Hawkeys Lane, North Shields. £2 entry with a large variety of stalls displaying all things festive!

North Shields Methodist Church, Hawkeys Lane, North Shields

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SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER

A Vintage Christmas

10pm – 4pm Explore the Yuletide customs and traditions of a 1950s style Christmas with lots of interactive activities. Prizes for the best 1950s dress. £2 adults, children free Old Low Light, North Shields, www.oldowlight.co.uk SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER

Jack and the Beanstalk

12.00noon This year Bigfoot’s Arts Education Team of professional performers will be bringing the story of Jack and the Beanstalk to life... with a twist! Filled with exciting performances, song and dance, join us for this entertaining and educational Christmas treat!

Booking essential.

Howdon Community Centre Suitable for ages: 4+ Price: £2.50email: Howdon. communitycentre@northtyneside. gov.uk (0191) 643 7955

WHAT’S ON IN NORTH TYNESIDE THIS CHRISTMAS SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER

Baroque Christmas by Candlelight Concert

19.30 Royal Northern Sinfonia is performing a Baroque Christmas

by Candlelight concert at St George’s Church in Cullercoats on as part of a regional tour. Get into the Christmas spirit with seasonal instrumental favourites in the gorgeous candlelit atmosphere of our region’s beautiful churches.

Programme includes Corelli’s Christmas Concerto, Albinoni’s Concerto for Oboe and Strings in D minor and Vivaldi’s ‘Winter’ from The Four Seasons.

Tickets £15 St George’s Church, NE30 4NS Tel: 0191 443 4661 SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER

North Tyneside Family Santa Scamper

Linskill Centre in North Shields will be holding a fundraising Family Santa Run which will help the Linskill Big Build Appeal

CATCH SANTA IN HIS GROTTO!

Beacon Centre, North Shields

3, 17, 19, 20 December 11.30am – 2pm www.thebeaconcentre.co.uk

Park View Shopping Centre, Whitley Bay

3, 10, 17, 22, 23 December, 10.30am – 3.30pm These events are organized by the Rotary Club of Whitley Bay who will be raising finds for local causes

Forum Shopping Centre, Wallsend 3, 10, 17, 22, 23 December 12 noon – 2pm £1 donation to the RNIB welcome.

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The Christmas Wish

and contribute to improving the facilities for the local community North Tyneside Family Santa Scamper will start and end at Linskill Centre. It's a 1 mile route around the centre which has been chosen to maximise the opportunity for anyone and everyone to take part. Just a £3 donation per participant, or £10 for a family of 4 www.linskillcentre.co.uk SATURDAY 3 – SUNDAY 4

Santa Specials

Melt in to the magic of Christmas and make memories with your loved ones on a unique festive heritage train ride to meet Santa Claus and his guests.

With traditional music, on-board entertainers, and refreshments upon your return to the museum.

For advice and information regarding disabled access to the passenger carriages please telephone the museum. FREE Stephenson Railway Museum North Shields, NE29 8DX Tel: 0191 200 7146 5 Dec 2016 To 2 Jan 2017 Christmas Pantomime: Blue Genie Entertainment presents 'Aladdin' with Steve Walls Aladdin is a traditional pantomime for the whole family! Featuring Steve Walls, Tyneside’s favourite entertainer, alongside an all star-cast, and with stunning sets, glittering costumes, and plenty of

audience participation.

Telephone +44 (0)844 248 1588 From: £23 - £19, £21 - £17 conc., Family Special £14 per person, Groups £17/£16, Youth Groups £16/£15, £9 School Performance WEDNESDAY 7 DECEMBER

Quorum Christmas Market

11.30am – 2.30pm Quorum Business Park, Q10 Building Over 50 stallholders will be selling food, gifts and homewares. There will be a range of streetfood and the first 300 visitors will enjoy a free glass of mulled wine and a mince pie. For more info email laura.barber@quorumbo.co.uk THURSDAY 8 DECEMBER

Christmas Carols from the Bandstand

10am – 12pm and 1pm – 3pm Northumberland Park, North Shields.

Children from local schools will perform a selection of carols.

The Glasshouse Tea Roomwill be opening selling some seasonal treats

11.00am-1.00pm North Shields Library When a little girl wishes upon the 'Christmas Star', something magical happens..

The Christmas Fairy answers Holly's wish and takes her on a fantastical festive adventure filled with fun and excitement.

Your children will be part of the adventure and will meet our Christmas characters along the way. Price: £2.50 Booking essential. email: Northshields.library@ northtyneside.gov.uk (0191) 643 5270 SATURDAY 10 - SUNDAY 11

North Shields Victorian Christmas Market

The North Shields Victorian Christmas Market, held in Northumberland Square in the town centre is a firm festive fixture on the local market scene.

Over 100 stalls will sell local and seasonal food and drink jewellery, gifts and much more.

Telephone 0191 643 7409 FRIDAY 16 DECEMBER The Junco Partners very last R’n’B Christmas Special with Friends & Guests Tyne Theatre and Opera House, 111 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4AG The Junco Partners return to Tyne Theatre & Opera House on Friday 16th December, for their very lastR’n’B Christmas Special show live in the Bistro Bar. Tel: 0844 2491 000

Festive Events FRIDAY 16 DECEMBER Christmas Comedy The Exchange, Howard Street, North Shields Mike Milligan and Game of Thrones’ Ben Crompton Tickets £10 Tel: 0191 2584111 SATURDAY 17 DECEMBER Meet Some Real Reindeer Bedford Street, North Shields 10am – 4pm Handlers will be around to tell people about these animals and children can feed them. For more information email events@ northtyneside.gov.uk SATURDAY 17 DECEMBER Forum Christmas Market 9am – 5pm Forum Shopping Centre, Wallsend A range of stalls and traditional entertainment. Search forumshoppingcentre on Facebook.

SATURDAY 17 DECEMBER Christmas Tree Decorating Benton Quarry Park 11am Help the warden decorate a tree in the park and then see how many of Santas cartoon reindeer you can spot. Free event, no need to book.

SATURDAY 17 DECEMBER Saturnalia Segedunum Roman Fort Father Time will be meeting visitors and telling traditional stories around the cosy campfire.

A selection of Christmas crafts for a family to work together to create using natural resources. Festive food and refreshments available from the Cafe. Christmas present ideas and gifts available to purchase in the shop.

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TUESDAY 20 DECEMBER Christmas Elves and the Carpenter Wallsend Customer First Centre – 2pm A feel good Christmas tale with puppets, songs and the usual comic mayhem. £2.50 Age 5+. To book call 0191 2075 FRIDAY 23 DECEMBER Hopscotch Christmas Cracker The Ultimate Children’s Party Tickets £10 per child SUNDAY 1 JANUARY New Years Day Morris Dancing Ship Inn, Monkseaton 12 noon The award winning Monkseaton Morrismen return with their traditional annual dance www.monkseatonmorrismen.co.uk

1 SUNDAY 1 JANUARY New Year Swim Join hundreds of people who take a trip to Whitley Bay beach and brave the freezing cold temperatures of the North Sea - a perfect way to blow away the cobwebs! Fancy Dress optional!

Meet 10.45am, 11am start at Whitley Bay Beach Contact email: info@panamaswimminclub.co.uk

FRIDAY 9, SATURDAY 10, FRIDAY 16 & SATURDAY 17 DECEMBER

Christmas Party Nights Let Stately Events at Wallsend Hall help you enjoy the festive season; join us for good food, entertainment and first class service in a stunning Grade II listed building. Whether a works Christmas party, a group of friends or a couple wishing to celebrate in style, you will receive first class help in organising your event from start to finish and can expect a friendly and personal service throughout. We will ensure that your Christmas Party or New Year Eve goes off with a bang! £25 per person To book please call 0191 2637022 or email events@wallsendhall.co.uk

Christmas at HotpotZ

Paint Your Own Pottery 156 Park View, Whitley Bay, NE26 3QW 0191 280 8181

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Written by David Cosgrove and Ray Lowry Directed by David Cosgrove

January 6th - 15th 2017 Adults £7.50 Children and Seniors £6

Tickets can be ordered through our dedicated Answerphone service on 0191 292 9292, by emailing theatre@tynemouth-priory-theatre.com or visiting our website. www.tynemouth-priory-theatre.com.

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Weekday performances 7pm Weekend performances 1pm and 6pm SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL AMATEUR THEATRE

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Gift Guide IN NEED OF INSPIRATION? HERE’S A RANGE OF GIFTS AVAILABLE FROM LOCAL AND NATIONAL RETAILERS 4

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1. Bright Geo Puzzle Scarf, £25, Accessorize 2. Knit Your Own Set, £25, M&S 3. Pyjamas £22 , Topshop 4. Sophie Allport Mug £8.99, Fezziwigs, Tynemouth, 0191 340 7578 5. Octavian Boots, £135, Dune6. Jasper Conran Gloves £16, Debenhams 7. Calligraphy Kit £29.50, M&S 8. Christmas Charms, Jewellery By Design, Station Rd, Wallsend, 0191 262 2687 9. Guinot Gift Sets from Hana Beauty Clinic, Whitley Bay, 0191 297 1010

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10. Praktica Z250 Camera, 20 Mega Pixel, 5 X Optical Zoom £69.99, Fotosnaps, High St East, Wallsend, 0191 234 4606 11. Guinot Lip & Hand Cream Set, Hana Beauty Clinic, Whitley Bay, 0191 297 1010 12. Longline Shearling Biker Jacket, £40, Matalan 13. Textured Marl Bootie Slippers £27.50, whitestuff.com14. Range of quality frames, from £3.50, Fotosnaps, High St East, Wallsend, 0191 234 4606 15. Delilah Cosmetics, Kirsha Knowles Hair & Beauty, Shiremoor, 0191 259 9933 16. Bobble Hat £15, River Island 17. Chamilia Bracelet, £65, Jewellery By Design, Station Rd, Wallsend, 0191 262 2687 18. Ted Baker Kimono, £42, Debenhams 19. Gin & Tonic Scented Gifts from £3.50, M&S 20. Ruby Shoo Belfast Shoulder Bag £35, Escape Boutique, Whitley Bay

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1. Penguin Shirt £59, Mitchells Menswear, Whitley Bay 0191 2525277 2. Helios Sport 10X25 Binoculars £19.99, Fotosnaps Wallsend 3. Winter Hats, from £12.99 ZFL Golf 4. Football Team Golf Gifts from £9.99, ZFL Golf, Unit 8d, North Tyne Industrial Estate, Whitley Rd, Benton, NE12 9SZ 0191 270 2362 5. Samsung Tablet from £269.99 O2 Wallsend 6. Golf Practice Aids from £4.99, ZFL Golf (as before) 7. Harris Tweed Holdall £60, Next

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3 1. Spaniel Dog Shaped Chocolates, £7.95, Cuckooland.com 2. Doggy mince pies, £5, Debenhams. 3. Pet Jumper £10 Accesorize 4. Gift Voucher, Kidd n Snore, 33 Longridge Dr, Whitley Bay NE26 3EN 5. Happy Jackson Pet Bowl, £10, Daisy Park 6. Kong Toy, from a range at Carltons the Feed Merchants, North Tyne Industrial Estate, 0191 270 2238

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1.Hooded Baby Bath Towels From 12.99, Babythingz 2. Personalised Reindeer Team T-shirt, £16, Rusks and Rebels, www.rusksandrebels.co.uk 3. Fox Hat & Mitten Set £12 M&Co 4. Paint Your Own Plates £10 - £20, Hotpotz, Whitley Bay 0191 280 8181 5. Cot Mobiles, From £20.99, Babythingz 6. Powered Ride On Train & Track, £129.99, Argos

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1. Paint your own Christmas figurines assorted sizes £8 - £18, Hotpotz, Whitley Bay 0191 280 8181 2. Whitley Bay & North Shields Cushions, from £14, Northern Days, www.redbubble.com/ people/northerndays 3. Christmas Cushion £28 Debenhams 4. Wooden advent house, £35.00, Next 5. Countdown to Christmas, £3, Sainsburys

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Oh No They Didn’t!

Check out the spectacular pantomimes in the local area this year...

ALADDIN

Whitley Bay Playhouse Blue Genie Entertainment presents Aladdin, starring Shane Lynch with Steve Walls. All our wishes have come true as we announce that Boyzone’s Shane Lynch will star as the evil Abanazar! It’s the pop star’s first Pantomime in the North East and we know our favourite Tyneside entertainer, Steve Walls, playing Wishee Washee this year, will welcome him to Whitley Bay. With a supporting star cast, and stunning sets, glittering costumes, and plenty of audience participation, Aladdin promises to be the most spectacular pantomime ever.

Dates: 5th December – 2nd January Prices: From £19 - £23 Box Office: 0844 248 1588 www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk 18

BEAUTY & THE BEAST

Tyne Theatre & Opera House In a small French village, the beautiful and intelligent Belle ignores her suitor, the vain and boorish Gaston, as she cares for her father, eccentric inventor Maurice. Maurice stumbles upon a foreboding castle in the woods, and is thrown into a dungeon by the castle’s occupant: a huge savage beast. Belle comes to rescue her ailing father, and offers to take his place as the Beast’s prisoner. Belle discovers that the castle’s house staff have been transformed into objects by the same magic spell that made their master a beast. In order to break the spell, the Beast must learn to love another and be loved in return. Presented by Newcastle Panto.

Prices : From £14 - £22 Dates: Fri 2 - Fri 30 Dec Box Office: 0844 2491 000 tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

CINDERELLA

Theatre Royal Newcastle This Christmas, Theatre Royal panto audiences are invited to join the comedy trio of Danny Adams, Clive Webb and Chris Hayward at the most magical pantomime of them all, Cinderella.

Cinderella will be brought spectacularly to life in a sumptuous production packed with special effects, family-friendly comedy, stunning sets, outrageous costumes, and that most magical pantomime moment when Cinderella is transported to the Prince’s Ball with the help of a pumpkin, some mice and lots of Fairy Godmother magic!

Dates: 22 November - 15 January Prices from £13 Box Office: www.theatreroyal.co.uk

Written by David Cosgrove and Ray Lowry Directed by David Cosgrove Tickets can be ordered through our dedicated Answerphone service on 0191 292 9292, by emailing theatre@tynemouth-priory-theatre.com or visiting our website. www.tynemouth-priory-theatre.com.

January 6th - 15th 2017 Adults £7.50 Children and Seniors £6 Weekday performances 7pm Weekend performances 1pm and 6pm SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL AMATEUR THEATRE

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JACK AND THE BEANSTALK

Whitley Bay Playhouse Join Whitley Bay Pantomime Society for another battle of good against evil in what promises to be one GIANT spectacular of a show.

Come along and play your part in helping Jack and friends pit their wits against Giant Blunderbore.

Meet the usual calibre of outrageous characters and enjoy our warm and spellbinding combination of comedy, romance, song and dance that had last year's Cinderella audiences craving more!

This amateur production is presented by Whitley Bay Pantomime Society Dates: 10th - 15th January Prices: From £12 Box Office: 0844 248 1588 www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk

DICK WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT

Tynemouth Priory Theatre Hold on to your hats for a high energy adventure ride that takes you from London Town to the shores of Morocco. There'll be high jinks and japes on the high seas with the Captain and Mate, fun, frolics and fondant fancies with Sarah the Cook, barrel loads of laughs with Idle Jack and nasty pasty tricks from King Rat. Dick Whittington and his Cat is fun, fast paced family entertainment at an affordable family price.

Prices: from £13 Dates: 6th - 15th January Box Office: 0191 292 92 92 tynemouth-priory-theatre.com

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK

Howdon Community Centre Bigfoot Arts Education presents a Pantomime Tour.

This year Bigfoot’s team of professional performers will be bringing the story of Jack and the Beanstalk to life...with a twist! Life just isn’t as simple as the traditional fairy tale makes out. Watch as the Giant sets Jack a range of tricky challenges. Can you help him solve puzzles and rhymes to earn the rewards for him and his Mum? Filled with exciting performances, song and dance, join us for this entertaining and educational Christmas treat!

Date: 3rd December Price: £2.50 Call: 0191 643 7955 Howdon.communitycentre@ northtyneside.gov.uk 19

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CRACKING CHRISTMAS JOKES

What do you get when you combine a Christmas tree with an iPad? A pineapple!

What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus?

Claustrophobic.

What do you call an elf who sings?

A Wrapper!

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North East band who’ve performed around the world as well as for stars including Alan Shearer and Ant and Dec are bringing their unique swing show to the Sage Gateshead this Christmas.

The ‘Great American Songbook ‘Sisters of Swing’ event on 1 December promises to be a glamorously entertaining night, guaranteed to kick-start the festive season in style.

Laura Adams and The Paul James Band have already taken the glitzy show around the globe and now they can’t wait to present it to their fellow Geordies.

The ‘Sisters Of Swing’ show is a tribute to the inspiring ladies who left a legacy of great swing music including Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Peggy Lee and Nina Simone and features Great American Songbook classics such as ‘The Lady Is A Tramp’, ‘Cry Me A River’ and ‘At Last’.

Laura and the band will also be swinging into Christmas with festive favourites such as ‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’, ‘The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting)’ and ‘Winter Wonderland’.

Lead singer Laura said: “I was born and bred in the North East, so to sing at this amazing venue is a really big deal for me. We’ll be aiming to create some real magic to kick start the festive season in style.”

Laura has enchanted audiences on board cruise ships, in theatres and at top venues across the UK. She’s also performed at celebrity weddings and high-profile charity balls with clients including Ant and Dec, Marco Pierre White, Anton du Beke and Alan Shearer. She added: “We’ve been lucky enough to perform at some fantastic events over the years, and performing at the Sage Gateshead is going to be a real highlight, too. We can’t wait.”

To see a preview of the show, visit the band’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pauljamesband. To book tickets, visit www.sagegateshead.com or call the Ticket Office on (0191) 443 4661.

Proceeds from the night will go to Macmillan Cancer Support.

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What do snowmen eat for breakfast?

Ice Crispies.

How much did Santa pay for his sleigh?

Nothing, it was on the house!

What do you call Frosty the Snowman in May? A puddle!

Who hides in the bakery at Christmas?

A mince spy!

What do angry mice send to each other at Christmas?

Cross Mouse Cards!

What’s the best Christmas present in the world?

A broken drum, you just can't beat it!

What does Miley Cyrus have at Christmas?

Twerky!

What athlete is warmest in winter?

A long jumper!

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YULETIDE

Traditions

Few of us could picture Christmas without the tree, the stockings and presents or the beautifully decorated tree, but is this how we have always celebrated Christmas? Let’s explore the history of Christmas and see how Christmas time as we now know it came about...

Can you imagine a world where Christmas was banned? Where the army was employed to patrol the streets and arrest anyone found eating Christmas dinner, singing carols or decorating their home? It might sound extraordinary today, but this is what happened in England in the 17th century.

Holly and ivy decorations, along with mince pies and other traditional festive treats were confiscated, and from then on the possession of them was a criminal offence! Even midnight mass was outlawed.

The parliament at the time, led by Oliver Cromwell, believed the celebrations were against their principles of hard work and solemn, simple living.

At the time of these measures, the Christmas celebrations ran throughout the 12 days of Christmas. Such was the country’s passion for the festival, pro-Christmas riots followed the ban. However, it was nearly 20 years before the full traditional Christmas was restored, and only when Oliver Cromwell was overthrown!

The Roast Turkey

Today, the centrepiece of our Christmas dinner is usually a roast turkey. Although it is now commonplace, partly due to its size and ability to feed a large family gathering, it used to be so expensive it was only eaten by the wealthy. As recently as the 1950’s, chicken and beef were equally popular, until freezing and new farming methods helped make turkey the food of choice for most homes.

The turkey’s popularity may be relatively recent, but the tradition of some kind of festive fowl is rooted in our history. This is mainly due to the fact that both domestic and wild fowl were at their best at this time of year, well-fed and tender. Back in the 18th century, a peacock or goose may have been at the heart of the feast, and even swans were still being eaten in Norfolk at the turn of the 20th century.

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A Family Christmas

There are many ways of celebrating Christmas around the world. Whether people celebrate Christmas as a religious festival, a traditional gathering, or just enjoy a party, there is one common theme that seems to hold all the festivities together - family!

Around the world Christmas is a time for families to be together. It is a day when work stops and generations gather together. So, however you celebrate your Christmas, have a wondering time and Merry Christmas!

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CHRISTMAS FESTIVALS AND PARADES

Christmas processions and carnivals may not be common in Britain, but they are popular in many forms throughout the world. In Finland, the build-up to Christmas is carnival season, and little Christmas, or ‘pikkujoulu’ in Finnish, involves singing, dancing and many games.

Ecuador has a tradition of processions on Christmas Day itself. Farming families from the mountains walk down to gather in the main ranch, with decorated llamas. Here, children ask for blessings and gifts are exchanged before a village feast commences.

In Mexico children take part in 9 processions from December 16th to Christmas Eve. Children carry lanterns and knock on people’s doors, singing sings about Mary and Joseph asking for somewhere to stay. They are turned away many times, before finally being given a positive answer, which is celebrated with a party and fireworks.

Father Christmas

It’s almost impossible to imagine Christmas without this jolly looking fellow in his red and white costume. For many children, Father Christmas is the most significant figure of the festive season.

As the present giver, he also represents generosity of spirit and helping others, and his red and white suit has now become recognisable all around the world.

However, he has previously been seen in many different guises, and just a few hundred years ago, Father Christmas would have been represented in a green costume.

The ghost of Christmas present in Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol wears a long, fur-lined green robe.

The red suit that we are familiar with today was popularised by an American illustration for a Coca Cola advert from 1930’s, and many people believed that was the origin of the costume. However, illustrations of a red and white Santa were around earlier than this, and many people believe that the colour scheme has its roots in the religious robes worn

by St Nicholas, a Greek Christian from the 4th century.

It is widely believed that Father Christmas and Santa Claus originated from different traditional figures that have now been blended together.

The Christmas Tree

Decorating the Christmas tree is a favourite family activity across the UK, but the practice as it stands today only became popular during Victorian times. It is often said that the German born husband of Queen Victoria, Prince Albert, brought the European tradition to Britain when he decorated a tree at Windsor Castle in 1841.

The tradition was already well established in Nordic countries, and there are records of trees being part of Christmas celebrations as far back as 1510. The candles, which have now been replaced with fairy lights due to the rick of fire, are said to represent the stars twinkling on a Winters night.

In truth, it is likely that bringing some kind of evergreen tree indoors, whether it was a yew, fir or pine, was an established tradition before Christmas existed. During the Winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, which falls around the same time as Christmas, people would bring evergreen branches into the home to represent hope and the return of warmer weather and longer days.

Today in the UK, we are still bringing a tree in to the house every year and decorate it with baubles, tinsel and fairy lights, but in other countries decorations take a different form. In the Ukraine it has become common to decorate the tree with fake spider’s webs. This idea came from a story about a poor widow who couldn’t afford decorations for her tree, but on Christmas morning her tree was covered in spider’s webs, which were glittering in the sunlight.

In Argentina Christmas falls in the middle of Summer but, as snow is still seen as a symbol of the festival, trees are decorated with fake snow made of cotton wool!

The Tradition of Giving Presents

Father Christmas giving presents to children is thought to come, in part, from the story of St Nicholas. Born in to a wealthy family, he used his money to help the poor.

Hanging up a Christmas stocking is said to originate from a story about him providing a dowry for three poor girls, which was placed in a shoe or a stocking.

In many Scandinavian countries children still leave out their shoe to be filled with presents.

This tradition has been adopted in the Philippines where children leave clean socks and polished shoes on windowsills in the hope that Santa will bring them sweets and toys.

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Christmas Cards

Many of our traditional Christmas customs have their roots in folk and religious stories from thousands of years ago, but sending Christmas cards only started in Victorian England. Prior to this time, reading and writing were not such common skills, and the postal service wasn’t very good! The first commercially cards are said to have been created in England by Sir Henry Cole, a business man who asked artist John Calcott Horsely to print a thousand black and white images of a happy family raising their glasses to toast. These images were then coloured in and sold.

Although these were reputedly criticised for encouraging drinking alcohol, the idea quickly spread to America, and soon cards depicting robins, holly and snowmen were being mass-produced.

In the UK we now send around a billion Christmas cards each year, although, these numbers and beginning to fall as technology takes over from paper cards, and people send their greetings via Facebook, eCards, etc.

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From 3.30pm there will be carol singing from Whitley Lodge First School choir, followed by the turning on of the Christmas Tree lights There will be hospitality from Whitley Lodge Community Spirit (WLCS) and local shops, with special princess guests too!

Saturday 17th December From 9.30am there will be lots of festive fun, with Christmas carol singing and Santa in his grotto. As always all the local shops in Whitley Lodge will be open, so plenty of places to grab a coffee or a hot snack and enjoy the festivities!

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ENTERTAINMENT We all have our Christmas Day memories from when we were growing up, whether it be presents we gave or received that we still remember fondly, or Christmas dinner with the whole family.

Another big part of these memories for most of us was either settling down as a family to watch a Christmas Special on TV, or dusting the cobwebs off the collection of board games and recapturing your competitive edge.

To help you re-live some of those happy memories of Christmas Day’s gone by, here are a selection of classic Christmas DVD’s, and some of the most popular board games, all available from all good retailers, and all the perfect way to spend some family time together on the big day.

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Christmas DVD Collections Porridge Series 1-3 And Christmas Specials

All 20 episodes of the classic sitcom, starring Ronnie Barker and Richard Beckinsale, set in Slade Prison feature in this Special Edition. Small-time career criminal Fletcher (Barker) takes firsttimer Godber (Beckinsale) under his wing to show him the ropes, all the while trying to get one over on officious prison officer Mr Mackay (Fulton Mackay). As well as each episode, the collection also includes the 1975 and 1976 Christmas specials.

The Two Ronnies The Complete BBC Christmas Specials

All the Christmas specials from the comedy sketch show that, in its heyday, was as much a British institution as roast beef and Yorkshire pudding.

Double act Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker, aka 'The Two Ronnies', perform their trademark sketches, 'drama serials', musical routines and rambling monologues before finally signing off with their famous catchphrase, 'It's goodnight from me', 'And it's goodnight from him'. Includes all the Christmas specials from 1971 to 1987.

One Foot in the Grave The 1996 and 1997 Christmas Specials

The quintessential explosive pensioner Victor Meldrew features here in a collection of Christmas specials. Good will to all men be damned, it's a day like any other for Meldrew and, as such, as good as any other to moan eternally and get everything off your chest.

In Victor Meldrew, One Foot in the Grave brought us one of the greatest characters in the history of British situation comedy. David Renwick's multi-award winning creation spawned a catch phrase--"I don't believe it"--that vocalised the sentiments of the perennially disgruntled, the irritated or the plain bewildered. Christmas is no different to any other time of the year for Meldrew, and trouble still follows him everywhere.

Only Fools and Horses - The Christmas Specials

The 2001, 2002 and 2003 Christmas specials of the hugely popular BBC series about the wheeler-dealer Trotters, starring David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst. In 'If They Could See Us Now...!', Del-Boy (Jason) and Rodney (Lyndhurst) return after a five-year break for more dodgy dealings and unlikely antics. Thanks to a Central American stock market crash, the boys have lost their millions and their fancy Monte Carlo lifestyle, and are now back on their old stomping ground, trying to make ends meet like everybody else.

Then follows ‘Strangers on the Shore’ where Del and Rodders are bankrupt again and take their money making ideas all the way to France, and ‘Sleepless in Peckham’ where the due face eviction from Nelson Mandela House after 22 eventful years and end up at the centre of a kidnapping scandal!

Morecambe & Wise - Christmas Specials

Morecambe and Wise are one of the most popular and enduring double acts from the golden age of television. With viewing figures constantly in the tens of millions, their Christmas specials became a national institution.

Running from 1969 until 1977, the BBC Christmas shows were usually on Christmas Day. These classic sketches revolved around famous guest stars, such as Eric Porter, Fenella Fielding, Ann Hamilton, Peter Gushing, Glenda Jackson, Andre Previn and Des O'Connor, being made fun of by Eric and Ernie. The 1977 Christmas Show attracted 28 million viewers, around half of the total UK population. It was a record for a single light entertainment broadcast in Britain, and one which still stands.

This collection contains the best of Eric and Ernie's festive fun. Sit back and enjoy classic British TV comedy at it's best!

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Jenga

Board Games Cluedo

A classic whodunnit game which starts with the murder of reclusive millionaire Samuel Black’s in his own mansion. Now it’s up to you to crack the case.

Question everything to unravel the mystery. Who did it? Where? And with what weapon? Ransack the mansion for clues, ask cunning detective questions and leave no card unturned. Solve the murder first to win. Great fun for all the family!

Want a game experience that combines friends, skill, suspense, laughter, and maybe a little luck?

The Jenga is for you! It is the perfect game for everyone, with edgeof-your-seat, gravitydefying action. Do you dive right in and pull your block, or take your time and study the stack?

Classic Jenga starts with 54 blocks delicately placed in a stack, and it takes skill, strategy, and of course a little slice of luck to keep on pulling blocks out of the stack without it toppling over!

Gather your friends together, throw in a lot of laughter and a little attitude, and get the Classic Jenga party started.

Guess Who?

It’s the flip n' find face guessing game you know and love, with more choices than ever. Set up and play in seconds. Narrow down your guesses with yes or no questions like, “Do you have brown eyes?” or “Are you wearing a hat?”

Once you have the answer, make your guess. Use the two character sheets included or go online to download even more characters. Then slide the sheet of characters into the game tray and guess away.

Monopoly

Own it all as a high-flying trader in the fast-paced world of real estate. Tour the city for the hottest properties: sites, stations and utilities are all up for grabs. Invest in houses and hotels, then watch the rent come pouring in. Make deals with other players and look out for bargains at auction. There are many ways to get what you want. For really speedy dealers, use the speed die for a quick and intense game of Monopoly. So get on Go and trade your way to success.

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Trivial Pursuit Master Edition

Think you know it all? For the trivia buff who loves to show the world just how smart they are, Trivial Pursuit Master Edition includes 3,000 all-new questions that will challenge even the savviest Trivial Pursuit player. With classic Trivial Pursuit game play and a timer to keep up the pace, the race is on to find the Trivial Pursuit master. For the most competitive of players, the Master Edition brings '

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This is an evening for the whole family to get together to listen to and take part in singing along to well loved Christmas songs, including our show stopper “twelve days of Christmas”, to truly get into the festive spirit.

Linskill Community Choir look forward to sharing an evening of fun , community spirit and family entertainment suitable for everyone no matter what their age.

So dig out your Christmas hats, tinsel and everything sparkly and let Christmas begin.

Tickets are £5 for adults £1 for children available on the door or from Irene Anderson on 01912571357. There will be a bar and seasonal refreshments on sale.

Linskill Community Choir is a non auditioned choir for anyone who loves to sing up beat, popular music in a relaxed and friendly setting .

We meet every Monday at Linskill Community Centre North Shields. Check us out at www.linskillcommunitychoir.com or on facebook at Linskill Community Choir .

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Lemon Christmas Cookies Perfect as gifts or a coffee time treat, however you choose to decorate them they’re sure to be a hit. Makes around 20.

INGREDIENTS 250g plain flour 125g cornflour 125g caster sugar Grated zest of 1 large lemon 250g butter, softened 1 egg white

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METHOD

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) Gas 4.

2. Put the dry ingredients and lemon zest into a large mixing bowl and stir well. Add the butter and using your hands work the mixture into smooth dough.

3. On a clean, lightly floured work surface, roll the dough out into a large rectangle 3-4 mm/ 1/8in thick.

4. Cut out the shapes using the cookie cutters. Lay them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space for spreading between each one.

5. Bring the trimmed dough together and roll out again to cut as many cookies out of the dough as possible. Arrange on the baking

sheet with the other cookies.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until golden and firm.

7. Leave the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheets, and then transfer to a wire rack until completely cold.

8. Using your ready to roll icing, have fun decorating your cookies.

9. Lightly whip the egg white in a large mixing bowl and beat in the lemon juice and icing sugar.

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10. Leave to set, store between layers of baking parchment in an airtight container and eat within 3 days.

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WHAT IS A PERFECT CHRISTMAS

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icture the scene, snow gently falling outside, carols playing, smiling children playing with presents beside a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. The smell of a delicious dinner is cooking, and family members smiling and happy. It`s the perfect Christmas day. AND……. fingers snapped - we are back in the real world!

Now forgive me if your Christmases are always like that, you can stop reading this article if that is you.

This article is for the rest of us, who don`t ever manage the perfect Christmas that the advertisers would have us believe can be ours if we just buy enough presents, have the perfect table setting, co-ordinate every bauble on our tree, or buy enough food to feed a small nation. Oh and, of course, have the perfect family who all get on swimmingly together!

For a lot of us, Christmas can be a really stressful time, where already stretched budgets have to stretch even further, where we are often stuck with family members who don’t get on, and the expectation of everybody being happy and getting what they want. Plus, shopping for, cooking, and serving up a mouth-watering MasterChef style Christmas dinner, can push us to melt down.

Here are a few things that have helped me to manage Christmas without the meltdown: 1. Decide NOW that there is no such thing as perfect, and things will go wrong! You might burn the sprouts, drop the potato croquettes, forget where you have carefully hidden presents. Accept it. Make a joke of it. Try and see it as a situation comedy on television. After all, the world will not end.

2. You don`t have to do what everybody else is doing. Now here`s a radical thought. You can do whatever you like. You could have an Indian Banquet and not cook at all. You could have a ‘bring and share’ meal, you can agree on a small budget for presents or decide not to buy for adults and instead donate the money saved to help those with nothing at this time of year. You don`t have to buy into the “hype “

fairy wand, so if people are grumpy or difficult after your best efforts then realise that you can`t fix that. It`s their problem. Imagine an invisible power shield around you protecting you from their bad vibes.

5. Escape. Take time for you. Go for a walk, lock yourself in the bathroom or bedroom and have forty winks. Take five or six really deep breaths, count in for 4 and out for 7.

It`s a great de stressor.

6. Do a trade off. Do something for you that then makes any stresses of the day more bearable. For example, if I can go to church on Christmas morning and have a good old sing of Carols then I feel ok about the rest of the day. Or maybe you decide Boxing Day is going to be for you to do what you want.

7. Happiness is not about STUFF. Be grateful for everything that you have. Gratitude is a short cut to happiness. Before you write a list of things you want for Christmas, take some time and write down everything in your life you are grateful for and have already.

3. Delegate. If you ARE having Christmas with all the trimmings, then give everyone a job or task. This takes the burden off one person and, if everyone has contributed to the day, there is less likelihood of people complaining.

8. Think beyond yourself. Service to others less fortunate is a wonderful way to actually feel the magic of Christmas and move beyond the “getting and buying” mentality. Think about what you could do to make someone else`s Christmas better, and inevitably yours will be too.

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I hope these tips help make your Christmas a little less stressful this year.

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26th Nov - 10:00 to 16:00 Bring enough 100% cotton fabrics to make 200 6" squares and wadding to make 100 5" squares, matching thread, your sewing kit and sewing machine. Or you can purchase the fabrics in store on the day with a 10% discount. Course Price - £24

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3rd Dec - 10:00 to 15:30 Please bring your sewing kit, rotary cutter, cutting mat and sewing machine. For material list please email info@ readythreadysew.co.uk for a list of materials or purchase the fabrics in store with a 10% discount.

Course Price - £23.00

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10th Dec - 10:00 to 14:00 Made from either a pre printed panel or a length of fabric.

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Linzertorte Cookies

Linzertorte cookies, originating from Linz in Austria, are famous and traditional European Christmas pastries. The combination of spices has a very distinctive and delicious smell and taste.

Makes 15 cookies Ingredients 200g plain flour 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 1⁄4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 125g unsalted butter, at room temperature 180g golden caster sugar zest of 1⁄2 a lemon zest of 1⁄2 an orange 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract raspberry jam (approx. 15 small teaspoons)

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Method Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C (fan)/gas mark 4. Lightly grease 2 or 3 baking trays and line with parchment paper. // Sift all the dry ingredients (except the caster sugar) together into a bowl and set aside.// Cream the butter, sugar and zests together for 1–2 minutes, until light and fluffy. // Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until combined. // Add the sifted dry ingredients and beat on a low speed until the mixture forms a soft dough. // Wrap in cling film and rest in the fridge for 15–20 minutes. // Place the dough on a flat surface lightly dusted with plain flour. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out to approximately 3mm in thickness. // Using a cookie cutter such as a heart, star or circle, cut out an even number of cookies. // On every second cookie, using a smaller cookie cutter of the same shape, cut out a piece

from the middle. // Put them carefully on to the lined baking trays, ensuring they are at least 2cm apart. // Bake until the edges turn golden brown or they are firm to touch in the middle. This will be approximately 8–10 minutes. // Let the cookies cool completely before sandwiching them together with raspberry jam.

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Danish people open their presents and eat their celebratory dinner of duck, pork or goose on Christmas Eve, not Christmas Day.

In some Mexican cities they celebrate the Night of The Radishes, on December 23rd. The humble radish is carved into nativity figures, with the winning examples being displayed in cities central plazas.

In Venezuela it has now become popular to attend church on Christmas Day on roller skates.

This modern tradition is said to have begun due to traffic problems, but quickly turned in to a fun part of the celebrations. In the capital city of Caracas, hordes of people roller skate through the streets to morning mass.

In Greenland it is a long standing tradition for the men to serve the women their evening meal on Christmas Eve. This tradition even extends to the washing and clearing up!

Christmas wasn't declared a national holiday in the United States until 1870.

In Japan there is a growing tradition of visiting KFC on Christmas Day. This reportedly comes from a longstanding advertising campaign by the company, offering a chicken and wine dinner at the fast-food chain as a substitute for turkey, which is often not available from any other outlet!

Danish Christmas dessert is a rice pudding served with a fruit sauce.

A whole almond is hidden inside, and the finder of it receives an extra present, called the almond gift.

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WRAPPING PAPER ALTERNATIVES

You can choose your paper based on the recipients personality, hobbies or interests, such as: a map for the travel buff, or pages from a favourite magazine or newspaper.

book, or a box of cereal? Of course, the best bit will be the look on their face when they uncover the hidden gift voucher.

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Wrap Follow these handy gift wrapping tips and you won't just be remembered for the gifts you choose but the beautiful way you wrap them too.

IT’S ALL IN THE PREPARATION The better prepared you are, the more efficiently you can wrap.

Here are a few ideas that will save you time and hassle: Find a smooth surface where you can spread out. A large table is much easier to work on than a bed or the floor. Store everything you need in one place to save you having to hunt around the house looking for stuff. Keep the proper gift wrapping tools handy, such as scissors, tape or tape dispenser and string or cotton thread to measure your gift box and work out how much wrapping paper you will need. Stock up on gift wrapping materials such as wrapping paper, Tissue paper, ribbon and gift tags. Keep boxes that you accumulate through the year and use them to put gifts in.

KEEP THEM GUESSING One of the most brilliant things about opening a present is the element of surprise. But some gifts are more difficult to disguise than others. Here are some tips on how to keep people guessing right till the end.

Gift vouchers Hide a gift voucher in an item that wouldn’t ordinarily be considered a gift, then wrap it as beautifully as you can. Who wouldn’t be surprised to unwrap the prettiest gift under the tree and discover that you’ve given them a brick, a phone 56

Perfume Buy a cute stuffed animal and dress it in an article of doll’s clothing that has a pocket. Tuck the bottle of perfume into the pocket and wrap the stuffed animal as usual. You can also find a cute bear with reposition-able arms and wrap the gift in matching paper.

Bicycle Wrapping a bicycle is not an easy task. So instead, try wrapping a miniature bicycle in a small box, and include clues to where you’ve hidden the real thing! An amazing present and a fun game all rolled into one!

Another option is to print out a picture of the bicycle with clues as to where you’ve hidden it. Attach a piece of a matching coloured card slightly larger than the printout of the bike. Place the printout in a box and wrap the gift in a nice matching paper and ribbon.

Use any extra scraps of wrapping paper to make a bow. It will add a little touch of flair, plus you’ll have less to clean up!

Comic strips, fabric, festive or themed magazine pages can be a creative alternative if you run out of wrapping paper. Curling ribbon is a great time-saving alternative to handmade bows.

It’s relatively inexpensive, so you can curl dozens of strips of it to decorate a present and make it look festive.

For The Musician If you know someone who’s serious about their music, why not use sheet music to wrap up their gifts? You could even cut out a large musical note on black paper and use it as the gift tag. Alternatively, you can wrap concert tickets, CDs and other music-related gifts in a poster of their favourite group or artist.

For Adventurous Types Get creative with the family. A nature walk is an amazing opportunity to discover and gather all sorts of treasures: pinecones, acorns, leaves, twigs and fir clippings. When you bring them home you can glitter or paint them and use double sided tape to attach them to parcels. Alternatively, by not painting them, you can achieve a more natural, rustic look.

GET CREATIVE!

Decorate a parcel with small, useful items that relate to the gift.

✩ Tie a whisk on a set of mixing bowls or a magnifying glass on an Atlas. ✩ Use Christmas ornaments to add festive appeal to your Christmas presents. ✩ Tie up parcels with a colourful scarf.

✩ Collect from nature. Garden and parks are full of colourful leaves, greenery, berries or pinecones which you can use. ✩ Greeting cards covered with pictures, or words cut from magazines can be turned into uniquely creative gift tags.

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Christmas Cocktails Toast the Season with these festive drinks

Non-alcoholic Eggnog Serves 6

✴ 4 eggs, beaten ✴ 4tbsp caster sugar ✴ 1tsp ground allspice ✴ 150m1 vanilla syrup ✴ 400m1 full-fat milk ✴ Cinnamon sticks, to decorate 1 Put the eggs and sugar in a bowl and whisk until combined. Add allspice, vanilla syrup and milk; whisk until combined. Cover with clingfilm; chill for 30 minutes.

2 Whisk again. Strain into glasses. Add cinnamon stick, if using. Top with nutmeg.

Snowflake Martini Serves 1

Hot Buttered Rum Serves 1

✴ 1 cinnamon stick ✴ 1 long strand of lemon rind ✴ 60m1 dark rum ✴ Hot water, to top up the glass ✴ A pinch of ground cloves ✴ A small knob of butter 1 Tie the lemon rind around the cinnamon stick. Place in a heatproof glass and add the dark rum.

2 Pour in hot water, add the ground cloves and top with butter, allowing it to melt on the surface before stirring in. Serve immediately.

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✴ 2 oz. vanilla vodka ✴ 2 oz. Godiva white chocolate liqueur ✴ 1 oz. white creme de cacao ✴ 1 oz. full fat milk ✴ Lemon wedge ✴ Sugar 1 Cut a half-inch slit into the lemon wedge and rub it around the rim of the glass. Pour sugar into a shallow dish then dip the rim in the sugar to coat evenly. Gently shake off excess sugar.

2 Add the vodka, chocolate liqueur, creme de cacao, and milk into a shaker filled with ice.

Shake well and strain mixture into glass.

3 Serve immediately, and enjoy with your favorite seasonal tunes next to a toasty fireplace!

Christmas Cookie Serves 2

✴ 2 gingerscuits, crushed ✴ 60m1 peppermint schnapps ✴ 30m1 Kahlua ✴ 90ml Baileys ✴ 60m1 Amarula ✴ Ice cubes 1 Place 2 martini glasses into the fridge and chill for 30 minutes.

2 Place the crushed ginger biscuits onto a saucer. Pour a small amount of cold water onto a separate saucer. To decorate the chilled glasses, dip the rims into the water, then into the biscuit crumbs.

3 Place the peppermint schnapps, Kahlua, Baileys and Amarula into a cocktail shaker. Top up with the ice cubes, shake well and strain into the martini glasses.

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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING A BIT DIFFERENT? The Exchange​is a new vibrant cultural destination located within the heart of ​ North Tyneside​.

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ituated within the grounds of a stunning Grade II listed building on Howard Street in North Shields, The Exchange is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. For those of you who have already discovered this little haven, you may remember it transforming over the years from restaurant, bar and wedding venue, but now the building is being transformed into a gorgeous destination for art and culture lovers.

The building has been given a new lease of life, offering a number of activities to suit a range of interests. The venue has already hosted a number of noteworthy events such as ​The Harvest ​from the Deep festival, ​The North Shields Fishermen’s He​ritage Project, ​Art with a Big Open Heart (an art exhibition in aid of Save the Children), as well as performances from top local musicians such as Kathryn Tickell and Jason Isaacs. The Exchange has been part of the Whitley Bay Film Festival screening Our Friends in the North with special guest Peter Flannery.

The Exchange aims to engage and inspire the creative sectors in North Tyneside by offering them a place to exhibit, perform and network, to share ideas, develop their skills and grow personally and professionally.

The building boasts a versatile 320 capacity auditorium which has recently benefited from facility improvement thanks to funding from North Star Fresh Ideas, Community Foundation and the NBT Group. The auditorium is now suitable for a range of large scale theatrical performances, live music events, dances, plays, classes and comedy nights.

Operated by Beldons Ltd, the beautiful Caf​é​Bar at The Exchange is open from 10am offering a range of local ales and a number of guest beers from across the region as well as a selection of fine wines and spirits.

Teas and coffees are provided by local supplier Ringtons and premium

LEFT & BELOW: The auditorium is suitable for a range of large scale theatrical performances, live music events, dances, plays, classes and comedy nights.

soft drinks are on offer from the likes of Fentimans. The Caf​é​Bar is also a proud brand ambassador of The Lakes Distillery...and it looks as though a cocktail menu may be on the horizon.

Food at The Exchange is locally sourced with bread coming from Geordie Bakers at Kingston Park, Fish from Taylor Seafood on the Fish Quay in North Shields and meat from Nicholsons butchers in Whitley Bay. Lunch is served daily, providing a selection of specials, light bites, sandwiches, soups, scones and cakes. Bar snacks are also available right into the evening.

The Caf​é​Bar has a performance area of its own, with a stage and exhibition space for local artists. An original music event is held at the venue on the first Sunday afternoon of every month showcasing some upcoming local music talent free of charge.

Artistic Director Karen Knox is putting the wheels in motion transforming this beautiful venue into a go to destination for North Tyneside: ‘Since starting this project I have had the opportunity to work with some extremely talented people and I feel The Exchange is the perfect setting to relax and share creative ideas. The building hasn’t been used to it’s full potential for many years and we are excited to see the venue to grow from strength to strength and support the local area.’

The Exchange is a unique destination where passion and community come first. The team have a fabulous Christmas party season in store

The Caf​é​Bar at The Exchange is open from 10am

including the Original Jukebox Heroes with members from 70’s glam bands such as The Sweet, The Bay City Rollers and T-Rex. The Money Penny’s will be performing songs from the 1950’s up to present day from the likes of The Supreemes, The Shirelles and Beyoncé. A​n evening of comedy is in store for the festive season from local comedian Mike Milligan and Game of Thrones star Ben Crompton and of course there is a huge Christmas Party for children on the 23rd December, including ​ games, prizes, character meet and greets, live singing, music, photo opportunities, party bags and more.

If you are interested in finding out more, or booking tickets, please email contact​@attheexchange.​info, call 0191 258 4111 or pop in and say hello!

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