SE21 August 2016

Issue 117 - August 2016 In this issue Events Calendar Monthly Notice Board What’s On Hectic Host Food & Drink Children’s Activities Shopping Page Dulwich Society

- P4 - P6 - P8 - P12 - P14 - P18 - P26 - P33

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Welcome to SE21 This Month

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Welcome I have noticed how quiet it goes when the children are off school.

Hopefully everyone is having a wonderful time on holiday.

However if you are staying around Dulwich, don’t worry, there is plenty to keep you occupied. Check out our full events listing starting on page 8. Remember there are more events, stories and news at www.arounddulwich.co.uk.

Lawrence Roullier White has been checking out the essential summer reads with our shopping guide on page 28.

All your favourites are here: Around Dulwich, page 10; Hectic Host, page 12; Food & Drink, page 14; Garden Talk, page 16; Children’s activities, pages 18 & 19; Fitness Tips, page 22; Dulwich Picture Gallery, page 24; Financial Matters, page 28 and the Horniman Museum, pages 30 & 31.

Water Babies have come up with some great holiday swimming tips for babies and children, see page 32.

Dulwich Society have awarded the Best Front Gardens in the area, see page 33.

Happy holidays; see you next time.

Angela Angela Burgess Head of All Things Community SE Magazines/Around Dulwich

Welcome Page.........................................3 Events Calendar .................................... 4 What’s On.......................... 8, 10, 20 & 21 Hectic Host .......................................... 12 Food & Drink ....................................... 14 Garden Talk .......................................... 16 Children’s Activities .................... 18 & 19 Fitness Tips............................................22 Dulwich Picture Gallery ....................... 24 Shopping Page ..................................... 26 Financial Matters ................................. 28 Horniman Museum..................... 30 & 31 Holiday Swimming Tips.........................32 Dulwich Society Competition ........ 33 Index .................................................... 34

Dulwich Society

2016 Front Garden Competition Winners

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he prize winners have been announced for the Dulwich Society’s 2016 front garden competition. Some 50 entries were received, with the overall high standard making judging a challenging task. The competition was open to all Dulwich households.

First Prize, of £100 in garden vouchers, went to 101 Woodwarde Road (Above LEFT). Whilst a relatively small front garden, it had strong kerb side appeal. This was helped by a good structure and the use of varied planting including hydrangeas providing both showmanship and interest through different leaf shapes, heights and colour. A vertical dimension was also achieved through a climbing hydrangea, there were buddleias for bees and butterflies, and window boxes added a final flourish. The garden also showed a high standard of husbandry and maintenance.

Five Gold Prizes of £50 each went to entries for

82 Henslowe Road (Above RIGHT), 17, 142 and 148 Burbage Road (Below LEFT), and 186 Peckham Rye. Five Silver prizes of £25 each went to entries for 60 and 76 Burbage Road, 134 Court Lane, 50 Park Hall Road and 88 Woodwarde Road.

Two Special Prizes of £25 have been given – to 171 Rosendale Road (Below RIGHT), for their tree pit planting in the nearby traffic island, and to Glyn Davies of 130 Court Lane for maintaining the neatest front garden in Dulwich over many years.

All prize winners also received a certificate designed by illustrator and artist Greg Becker, who lives in East Dulwich. Jeremy Prescott, Chair of the Dulwich Society’s Garden Group, commented: “We would like to congratulate all the entrants, as well as the prize winners. Their attractive front gardens will have given and will continue to give pleasure to local residents, and I hope will inspire others to copy them.”

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Events Calendar - August Monday

1st

Tuesday

2nd

Wednesday

3rd

Thursday

4th

Summer Tennis Camps until 25th August, see page 8.

5th

Dulwich Library Poetry Group, p8.

East Dulwich WI @ Upstairs at EDT from 7.30pm

9th

10th

11th

12th

Summer Camp see p10.

Live Music @ The Cherry Tree p21.

Drop In Tennis Classes, p8.

CurveSomeYoga classes see p6.

16th

17th

18th

19th

Smiles of a Summer Night www.biggerpicture.co.uk @EDT see p10

CurveSomeYoga classes see p6.

23rd

24th

25th

13th Parkrun, Peckham Rye Park & Dulwich Park 9am, P8.

West Dulwich Fresh Food Market & Dulwich Farmers’ Market see p8.

20th

7th

Vinyasa Flow Yoga, see p21.

14th The Peckham Society Walk, p10.

The Goose is Out! Singaround @ The Ivy House, see p10 Vinyasa Flow Yoga, see p21.

21st

Parkrun, Peckham Rye Park & Dulwich Park 9am, P8.

Luna Cinema @ Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Dulwich Park p20. see p21. eTCH Studio Printmaking Workshop, see Luna Cinema @ Dulwich Park see p20. p10.

26th

27th

Parkrun, Peckham Rye Park & Dulwich Park 9am, P8.

Drop In Tennis Classes, p8.

CurveSomeYoga classes see p6.

28th Vinyasa Flow Yoga, see p21.

eTCH Studio Printmaking Workshop, see p20.

Live Music @ The Cherry Tree p21.

29th

West Dulwich Fresh Food Market & Dulwich Farmers’ Market see p8.

Drop In Tennis Classes, p8.

Honor Oak Women’s Institute, 8pm St Saviour’s Church.

22nd

Parkrun, Peckham Rye Park & Dulwich Park 9am, P8.

6th

Sunday

Pop Up Shop see page 5.

Live Music @ The Cherry Tree p21.

15th

Saturday

Drop In Tennis Classes, p8.

CurveSomeYoga classes see p6.

8th

Friday

30th

31st

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Bank Holiday

CurveSomeYoga classes see p6.

Forthcoming Events Further details where available can be found in the News and Events pages 8, 10, 20 & 21. Please read as not all the events can fit on the calendar!

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We have openings for volunteers who have their own car and are willing to drive older people to social activities and/or volunteers who would like to become a befriender to an older person. Both roles take place in and around Southwark and will help alleviate loneliness and isolation among our older residents.

For more information, please contact Jennie or Michele on 020 8299 2623 or visit see more details on www.linkagesouthwark.org.

Yoga Classes for all Mondays 5.30pm-6.30pm @ Dulwich Constitutional Club, 33 East Dulwich Grove SE22 8PW. Call 07956 842328 or e-mail curvesomeyoga@gmail.com for further details.

South London Photographic Society Mondays 7.45pm-10pm Perry Rise Baptist Church, Forest Hill SE23 2QL Calling all local photographers!

Looking to join a camera club?

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Kings Griffin Dulwich Netball Club - 10am-12pm Saturdays @ JAGS Tennis Courts, SE24 9JN Loved netball at school but haven’t played in years?

We want to hear from you! We’re a friendly local community of netball players currently looking to build our membership base in the area. We cater for over 18s, all abilities and offer 10 weeks of coached training for just £40.

If you’re a new or experienced player, get in touch with Kings Griffins on kingsnetballclub@gmail.com all welcome! First taster session free!

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What's On - August Until Thursday 25 August: Summer Camps for 5 to 15s A fun way to keep children active and occupied over the long summer holiday. Suitable for all level of players from complete novices to those who have regular coaching. There are morning and afternoon camps run over four days (Monday-Thursday) and it is possible to book single sessions as well. Run by LTA licenced coaches. More information and to book online: www.sltcc.co.uk/junior-tennis-camps-summer.

Until Friday 2 September: Drop in Adult Tennis Classes We are extending our adult drop-in tennis coaching classes through the summer holidays.

There are classes for all levels including a new beginners class and run from 25th July to 2nd September. No booking required. More information www.sltcc.co.uk/summer-tennis.

Wednesday 3 August: East Dulwich WI An exciting programme of guest speakers, activities and entertainment lined up for members this year. You can check them all out over on our events page. We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at The Lodge, above East Dulwich Tavern, 1 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich, SE22 8EW. Meetings start at 7.30pm (please come along from 7:00pm).

Membership and waiting list is currently closed www.eastdulwichwi.co.uk.

Friday 5th August: Dulwich Library Poetry Group The topic this month is 'Planets'. Seek out some poems to read to the group or, if you're feeling shy, someone else will read them for you. This is an informal group, where everyone shares their love of poetry every first Friday of the month.

Meetings are from 2 - 3.30pm in Dulwich Library hall. This is a well-established group, having had over a hundred meetings, but new members are always most welcome.

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Peckham Rye & Dulwich Park Parkrun

Saturday Mornings 9am 6, 13, 20, & 27 August A FREE weekly timed 5k run, which is open to all standards of runners; it is not a race.

PECKHAM RYE start is near the Colyton Road entrance of Peckham Rye park and run three laps of the gardens. www.parkrun.org.uk/peckhamrye DULWICH PARK start is Queen Mary's Gate on the south side of the park. This is the entrance on the South Circular (A205), Dulwich Common. www.parkrun.org.uk/dulwich

Saturday 6, 13, 20, 27 August: West Dulwich Fresh Food Market A new fresh food market in West Dulwich.

Located on the corner of Croxted Road and Park Hall Road outside Dulwich Books, Jo Partridge & Topps Tiles the market will run every Saturday.

The market opens at 9am and runs weekly.

Saturday 6, 13, 20, 27 August: Dulwich Village Farmers’ Market We grow it. We sell it. You buy it, you peel it, you mash it, you chop it, you boil it, you fry it, you roast it, you bake it, you steam it, you grill it, you slice it. You eat it. Every Saturday 10am– 2pm at Dulwich C of E Infants’ School, Turney Road junction with Dulwich Village London SE21 7JU. www.lfm.org.uk

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Thursday 18 August

The Bigger Picture Film Club Presents

SMILES OF A SUMMER NIGHT

Directed by Ingmar Bergman with Ulla Jacobsson, Eva Dahlbeck, Harriet Andersson, Gunnar Bjornstrand, Bibi Andersson

108 mins

Cert PG

1955

An exquisite romantic comedy in which six individuals find love during an endless summer night. One of cinema’s greatest erotic comedies, Smiles of a Summer Night ushered Bergman onto the international scene. Over the course of an endless northern summer night, the feelings of the protagonists boil over into seduction, flirtation, deception and adultery. With an air of French farce the film is not entirely without elements of darkness so typical of Bergman, but these are transcended by the smiles of the title.

7pm Bar/themed snacks | 8pm Film Free raffle prize courtesy of Rye Books

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What's On - August Thursday 18 August The Bigger Picture Film Club SMILES OF A SUMMER NIGHT

Sunday 14 August: The Peckham Society Walk 2pm Led by Peter Frost. Meet at Peckham Rye Station.

Duration 2 hrs. Embraces what was the “Golden Mile” of the 1930’s with its department stores and art deco architecture. You are introduced to the unexpected which has made Peckham a favourite destination for the discerning visitor.

Sunday 14 August – Singaround at The Ivy House Another popular Singaround hosted by The Goose Is Out! All are welcome, whether to sing or to listen. It’s an informal and supportive atmosphere, so don’t worry if it’s your first time! Songs of any country or culture welcome.

Starts 7pm, finishes whenever. FREE entry, voluntary donation at the interval to help cover the costs of running the Goose – we suggest £2. www.thegooseisout.com.

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1955 / 108mins / Cert PG Directed by Ingmar Bergman with Ulla Jacobsson, Eva Dahlbeck, Harriet Andersson, Gunnar Bjornstrand, Bibi Andersson An exquisite romantic comedy in which six individuals find love during an endless summer night. One of cinema’s greatest erotic comedies, Smiles of a Summer Night ushered Bergman onto the international scene. 7pm Bar/themed snacks | 8pm Film Free raffle prize courtesy of Rye Books Upstairs at East Dulwich Tavern, 1 Lordship Lane, SE22 www.thebiggerpic.co.uk

Friday 19th August: Printmaking Workshops

One day Experimental Printmaking £75 incl.

Printmaking Workshops at "etch studio23” in Havelock Walk, Forest Hill, SE23. To book or enquires, email: etchstudio23@icloud.com.

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Hectic Host

Mussels Three Ways

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his month the Hectic Host has good news for lovers of shellfish. It seems that the old adage that one should not eat shellfish when there is NOT an R in the month is little more than out dated folklore. The saying, that can be traced back to the 16th century, referred originally only to oysters and is from a time predating refrigeration; so by the time the oysters made it from the sea to your table during the spring and summer months you would be wise to avoid them.

That said it is not a good idea to forage mussels during the warmer months, low tides can carry higher levels of toxins. The seafood sold today from any of our wonderful fishmongers (F. C. Soper in Nunhead and Moxons in East Dulwich) is perfectly safe anytime of the year. Mussels are packed with nutrients; they are high in B12 vitamins and provide a readily absorbed source of many other B & C vitamins, amino acids, vital minerals including iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium and zinc.

This is good news as the dish we intend serving to guests this month could not be more simple. We suggest taking three steaming pots to the table and allow people to share.

Moules Marinères Take 2 kilos of mussels and place in a bowl of cold water, if any float throw them away. If any are open and you cannot close them by pinching together, throw them away too. Pull out the beards and remove any barnacles and bits with a paring knife. Finely chop one large onion and fry in butter in a pan until soft, and 100 ml of white wine and pour in the mussels and cover the pan. Cook for 5 minutes until all the mussels are open and stir in 2 tablespoons of cream.

I have discovered by mistake that leftover champagne makes a delicious base for the stock, it does not matter if it is flat or not, just pour it in.

The dryness compliments the richness of the cream perfectly.

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Moules au Curry This may sound a little odd to us but it is on the menu alongside Moules Marinières in every bistro in France. Follow the recipe exactly the same as above but add mild curry powder at the same time as adding the cream.

Moules à la Normande Follow the initial recipe but add one finely chopped apple to the onion as you fry it in the butter. Instead of white wine add 100 mls of Calvados and cook in the same way adding cream at the end.

Instead of starch heavy fried potatoes – which are delicious dunked in the mussel sauce - cut sweat potatoes into chunky chip sized pieces and lay on baking paper on a baking tray. Place in an oven preheated to 200 degrees and bake for 30 minutes, turning a couple of times throughout.

Serve with a chilled mug of beer or Normandy cider and lots of brown bread.

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Food & Drink with Suzanne James

Salad • • • • • • • • • • • •

(This photo is from our July Supper Club)

Salad Nicoise For Two

1 ∞ Cups Double Cream 250g Small New Potatoes 150g Green Beans 1 Caramelised Onion 10 Quails Eggs Hard Boiled Eggs (peeled) 200g Rocket 5 Tbsp Filippo Berio Olive Oil 150g Sun Dried Tomatoes 2 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar 350g Fresh Tuna Juice ∞ Lemon Garden Radishes are optional

Dressing (can be adjusted to taste) • • • • • •

50g Black Olives 5 Anchovy Fillets 1 Garlic Clove Juice ∞ Lemon 4 Tbsp Filipo Berio Olive Oil 2 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar

Method 1) Put the dish(es) you plan to use into the fridge for about an hour before you start to chill.

2) Make the dressing. Tip the olives, anchovies and garlic into a large mortar and mash with a pestle until you have a very rough paste. Scrape into a bowl, if you like, stir in the lemon juice, olive oil and vinegar, then set aside. (This can be adjusted according to your own taste).

3) Cut the onions into quarters and the tomatoes in half and cook them in the oven on a low heat – around 1300C for 20minutes. Cut the potatoes in half and part boil them. Cook the beans in boiling salted water until tender – they should have a slight crunch. Drain, tip into iced water, then drain again and set aside.

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4) Halve the potatoes and heat 2 tablespoons oil into a grill pan. Place the potatoes cut-side down in the pan and sizzle for about 4 minutes until the potatoes gain grooves.

5) To cook the tuna, place a non-stick frying pan over a high heat, then turn the heat down to medium and add 1 tablespoon of Filippo Berio olive oil. Season the tuna generously, then sear for 4 minutes, leaving it undisturbed in the pan to brown.

Turn over and continue to cook for 4 minutes on the other side. This will give you very rare tuna. For well done Tuna cook for an additional 4minutes on each side. Make sure you let the tuna rest for a few minutes before serving.

6) To serve, whisk the remaining oil and vinegar with the lemon juice in a small bowl and toss in the remaining ingredients apart from the tuna which should be thinly sliced on top of the salad.

Food in Season

Fruits & Nuts - Apples, Apricot, Aubergine, Blackberries, Blackcurrants, Blueberries, Loganberries, Peaches, Plums, Raspberries, Redcurrants, Strawberries, Whitecurrants, Cobnuts, Hazelnuts, Vegetables & Herbs - Artichokes, Aubergines, Beetroot, Broccoli, Cabbages, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Courgettes, Cucumber, Fennel, French Beans, Garlic, Kohlrabi, Lamb’s Lettuce, Onions, Pak Choi, Peas (inc. Sugar Snaps) Potatoes, Radishes, Rocket, Runner Beans, Salsify, Scorzonera, Samphire, Sorrel, Spinach, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, Watercress Meat & Game - Lamb, Rabbit, Venison, Wood Pigeon Fish & Shellfish - Black Bream, Crab (brown, hen & Spider), Signal Crayfish, Grey Mullet, Lobster, Mackerel, Pollack, Prawns, Scallops, Sea Bass, Squid, Trout (river – brown & rainbow) Going out of season - Blackberries, Blueberries, Cherry, Mangetout, Peach, Redcurrant, Strawberries (many of these towards the end of the month)

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Garden Talk

Gardening Leave

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s well as planning your holiday wardrobe, a few hours work in the garden before you go away will go a long way to ensure you come back to a thriving garden.

Lawns Mow the lawn a few days before you leave but don’t cut it too short if the weather is hot and dry – long grass copes much better with drought than short grass. Edge with long handled shears to neaten it up and clear edges of weeds and areas for slugs to lurk in.

If the grass is long when you get back keep your blades raised for the first few cuts. And don’t despair if it’s yellow. Grass is pretty tough and will soon green up again after a good downpour.

Containers Put your potted plants on saucers, or even something bigger like a paddling pool, to collect possible rainwater. (But check the forecast, as plants don’t like to be in standing water.) Soaked capillary matting can also get them through a week without being watered.

Moving pots to semi shade can protect them against drying out and grouping them together will help them shade each other and share humidity.

If there’s room, sink favourite plants into soil to keep them cool and drench the surrounding earth. A mulch of mini bark or grit will help keep the moisture in too, but water well first.

Borders Cut repeat flowering plants like cosmos and roses before you go away and give a lovely bouquet to a friend to ensure you come home to lovely blooms instead of a sea of fallen petals. If you’re away for three weeks remove all the flowers as well as the dead heads. Tatty looking hardy geraniums can be cut right back, as can nepeta and geum. With flowering spikes like delphiniums or penstemon, just cut off the spent flower stem.

Weeds are easier to pull up when they’re small, so removing them before you go away is really worth it. Take care to dig out the whole root of perennial weeds such as thistle, bindweed and dandelion. Mulching your borders with bulky organic matter such as compost, well16 | SE21 - August 2016

rotted manure or bark will keep weeds down and moisture in – make sure you drench the soil first.

Or just concentrate on newly planted or thirsty shrubs and perennials and don't worry so much about drought tolerant ones like iris, lavender and rosemary.

If you go away at lot, think about growing more drought tolerant plants. As a rule grey/silver, small or fleshy leaved plants such as stachys, verbena and sedum will survive without much water once they’re established.

If the forecast is for lots of rain, remember to protect plants like hostas from slugs – try organic wool slug pellets.

Check stakes on tall perennials – a windy summer gale plus rain can quickly flatten your garden.

Fruit and veg Weeding should be a priority, go over with a hoe to remove weed seedlings and finish off by hand, weeding anything close to plants. Pick as much as you can from repeat flowering crop like peas and beans, removing all the pods and pick all the developing courgettes - otherwise you’ll come home to marrows galore.

Water thoroughly before you go but ideally persuade a friend to come and pick in return for watering. Net brassicas to keep off cabbage white butterflies. Tie in anything that needs it such as tomatoes, beans and sweet peas.

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BabyBallet

Capoeira Dulwich

The Baby Bear Club

Dads & Littluns: Brockwell Park

The award winning movement to music, dance & singing programme for boys and girls from 6 months upwards run with a fun, safe and caring environment. Classes in Dulwich. Call Stephanie 07809 148348. www.babyballet.co.uk.

Mum and baby classes for children under 5s, as well ad Dance classes and parties, at St Barnabas Parish Hall, 23 Dulwich Village, SE21 7BT. Contact 07825 710044 or e-mail Olya@theBabyBearClub.co.uk www.thebabybearclub.co.uk.

Classes for boys and girls from 4 years upwards.

Martial arts the Brazilian way. Helps children develop strength, flexibility, coordination and rythm. Contact: vitor.barreto.13@ucl.ac.uk or 07473 751177. https:// www.facebook.com/capoeiradulwich/m

Fridays 10.30am-12.30pm. Brockwell Park Childspace, Cressingham Gardens Tenant’s Hall, Hardel Walk, Tulse Hill, SW2 2QG. www.dadsandlittluns.co.uk.

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Baby Loves Music

Funky pre-school dance classes for girls and boys.

Learn co-ordination, rhythm and great moves to funky songs and boost confidence. Classes in East Dulwich, contact Anne-Marie 07973 982790 for a free trial www. diddidance.com.

Baby Massage

Dulwich & District Twins & Triplets Club, Baby & Toddler Group

Multi-Sensory Music groups for Parent and Baby in Nunhead. For more information email: amacgregor1.209@lgflmail.org.

Baby massage classes provide quality time with your baby and a fun social occasion with other mums.

You will learn a wonderful skill which has many benefits. Tuesdays SE19. Contact Jayne 02086534781, jayne@2prepare.co.uk, www.2prepare.co.uk

Ballet, Tap & Jazz for 2-16yrs

TEAM (Theatre Entertainment Arts & Music) offer professional yet affordable dance classes for children aged 2-16yrs. All our classes are run in a fun and energetic environment by teachers who are fully qualified and CRB checked. Weekly classes held at Christ Church, Gipsy Hill. Call Lucy 07801 735000. www.bepartoftheteam.co.uk.

Bea’s Baby Bop

Drop in music classes for babies and toddlers.

Tues/Wed/Friday 3:30-4:30, Wed/Friday 11-12, Friday 10-11, Saturday 10:30-11:30, East Dulwich/ Herne Hill, www.beasbabybop.com.

Boppin Bunnies

Mondays: 10:15am (Mixed Ages), 11am (0 – 18 months). Exciting music classes for under 5s, led by professional musicians. Punk Me Up Ceramic’s Cafe, 34 East Dulwich Road, SE22 9AX www.boppinbunnies.co.uk.

Bumps and Babes

Meets on Fridays between 9.30 and 11.30 (drop in anytime) at St Faiths Community Centre, at the bottom of Red Post Hill, SE24. It is very informal, aimed at new Mums meeting up and getting ante/postnata/moral support from Alice and other mothers. Please contact Alice Yeates on yeatesa@ btinternet.com or 07831 225841.

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1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, 10-11.45am, Herne Hill United Church, top of Red Post Hill. karendelahunty@yahoo.com or 07799 861104.

Dulwich Library Babes & Toddlers

Thursdays 10.30-11.45 & 1.30-2.45. 368 Lordship Lane, SE22 020 7525 6220.

Funky Monkey Group

Keyboard classes Ages 5-11. Christ Church, Barry Road. Wednesdays & Thursdays. 01732 457100. www.funkymonkey.info.

Gymboree

Classes are designed for newborns - 5 year olds, and are led by experienced and nurturing teachers. We run throughout the year at South London Dance Studios.

184 Peckham Rye SE22 9QA. Tel: 020 3616 0033. Email: eastdulwich@gymboree-uk.com.

HHUC Recorder Group & Youth Choir

For boys and girls aged 8 and above. Recorders 4.15 – 4.45 pm. Youth Choir 4.45 – 6pm. Fridays during termtime. FREE. Herne Hill United Church SE24 9PW. Contact Sue 020 8693 0402. www.hhuc.co.uk.

HartBeeps

Mondays. Goose Green Community Centre, East DulwichRoad, SE22 9AT. 1.30pm Baby Bells - Suitable from birth to sitting. 2.30pm Baby Beeps Sitting to toddling Also Thursdays at St Barnabas Parish Hall, Dulwich SE21 7BT. 1.30pm, Baby Bells, 2.30pm Baby Beeps & 3.30pm Happy House toddling to 4 years, younger siblings welcome. http://hartbeeps.com.

in attending any of these activities please phone first to check the details.

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La Jolie Ronde

French & Spanish classes for 3-11 year olds, in SE21, SE22 and SE24. Call Ginny Wadding on 07940 511034. www.lajolieronde.co.uk

Little Superhero Training

Practice your Superhero moves! Tackle a Superhero assault course! Discover Superhero fun facts! Any Little Heroes, Boys and Girls aged 2 and a half - 6, Come along for a free taster session. Mondays and Fridays (term time only) @ St Barnabas Parish Hall, 23 Dulwich Village, SE21 7BT. Contact Lucy 07813791757, littleherocompany@gmail.com, www. littleherocompany.com

Lucy Sparkles

Monday, Wednesday & Fridays in East Dulwich.

From 0-7 years. Outstanding drama, music and dance classes for young children. Check website for times and venues. www.lucysparkles.com.

Mini Movers Street Dance

An action packed dance class for 2-4’s, exploring different dance styles to popular music and funky nursery rhymes. Dance for boys and girls is great exercise, and most importantly lots of FUN! Dulwich Lesiure and The Ivy House 07904 424504. www.gdnd.co.uk.

Monkey Music

Various classes, see www.monkeymusic.co.uk or call 020 8764 5185.

Music for Little People

Fun, friendly & educational music classes for 0-5 year olds. High quality, good value. The Goose Green Centre, East Dulwich Road, SE22 9AT. Contact Rebecca Vicary on 020 8852 0118 or www.musicforlittlepeople.co.uk

Nimble Arts

Join Nimble Arts’ Becky every week for a NEW mixed age 45-minute interactive story adventure for 0-5s, with live cello and musical instruments, songs, bubbles, scarves and a chance to dance!

Classes in East Dulwich, Nunhead and Brockley. nimblearts.co.uk.

for children under the age of 5 yrs old. Tues - 1.302.30pm Olympikids - advanced booking required.

Contact 020 7639 2702 x 3. Thurs -1.15-3.15pm Stay and Play for children under the age of 5rs old. Sat 2pm-4pm Brazilian language school. There is a fee to attend the session. Sundays - party hire available.

020 7639 2702 x 3 for details.

Sing and Sign

Mondays through to Saturday. Call 020 7193 3696. www.singandsign.com.

Sparkle Music

Carefully structured and fun music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-school children in SE22.

Please check the website for current classes. Contact Anna 0771 1238352 or anna@sparkle-music.co.uk.

Team Kaizen Dance Academy

(8+yrs) Street Dance classes led by industry professionals, classes lead to performances and demonstrations. Classes take place every Thursday at JAGS sports Club, 18.00 – 19.00 & 19.00 – 20.00.

FREE TASTER SESSIONS throughout June, to book call 07533 533 297 or visit www.teamkaizentds.com.

Twinkly Toes Ballet 2-4yrs

Tuesdays @ The Goose Green Centre 2.35-3.10pm.

Following the IDTA syllabus this class is geared to teach your pre-schooler the basics of Ballet, in the most exciting way to keep your child engaged!

Contact Danni - www.gdnd.co.uk. 07904 424504.

Water Babies

Taught by world-class teachers, our multi-award winning programme teaches water confidence and safety skills from birth to 4 years. Our fun, innovative baby swimming classes will start in Forest Hill Pools from September. For more information call 020 8858 5242 or email divein@waterbabies.co.uk or visit www.waterbabies.co.uk

Peckham Rye Playrooms

Fun activities for children and their parents.

Peckham Rye Park, SE15 3UA (next to café).

Mon 1.15-3.15pm Play and Stay for children under the age of 5 yrs old. Tues - 10am-12pm Play and Stay SE21 -the August 2016 | 19 If you are interested in attending any of these activities please phone first to check details.

What's On - August / September

The Luna Cinema at Dulwich Park Full details at: thelunacinema.seetickets.com

Friday 19 August: The Breakfast Club (1985, 15, 93mins).

Doors open 6:45pm | Film 8:15pm.

Saturday 3rd September: Peckham Rye Fete 12-5pm

Peckham Rye Fete Saturday 5th September Peckham Rye2015 Fete 12-5pm Saturday 5th September 2015 12-5pm

Saturday 20 August: Dirty Dancing (1987, 12, 96mins).

Doors open 6:45pm | Film 8:15pm.

Sunday 21 August: Star Wars – The Force Awakens (2015, 12A, 135mins).

Doors open 6:45pm | Film 8:15pm.

Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th August: Printmaking Workshops

Two day Collograph Workshop £150 incl.

Printmaking Workshops at "etch studio23” in Havelock Walk, Forest Hill, SE23. To book or enquires, email: etchstudio23@icloud.com.

Further details see: www.tessaholmes.com.

Wednesday 31st August: Cooking with Scissors: No August Meeting No meeting this month, back on the 30th September. To find out more or to register your interest in attending, please-mail sbn@cookingwithscissors.co.uk.

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Children’s Fancy Dress: 1.30pm

Stalls include:

Brought to you by the Friends of Peckham Rye Park / www. FOPRP .org.uk

Illustrations by Alice Bowsher

Brought to you by the Friends of Peckham Rye Park / www. FOPRP .org.uk

Illustrations by Alice Bowsher

Hog Roast, PimmsFriends and Show: 2.30pm AnDogannual event organised by the of Beer Tent, delicious Peckham Rye Park this Stalls is include: a wonderful homemade cakes from the day, Coconut Shy, Punch & Judy, Children’s Fancy Dress: 1.30pm Tea Tent as well as Plant, SackShow: Races, Children’s Games Hog Pimms andaround Dog 2.30pm bringing together people of allRoast, ages from CraftTent, and Book stalls and much more!

Beer delicious the area. of fun activities: cakes from thesack Coconut Shy,There Punch & are Judy, lots homemade Tea Tent as well as Plant, Sack Races, Children’s Games races, Punch and Judy show, coconut shy and Craft and Book stalls and much more! a children’s fancy dress competition. At the dog show prizes are awarded for categories unknown at Crufts. The Friends run stalls where you can buy delicious cakes, tea, beer, Pimms, books, plants and find out how the Friends support Peckham Rye Park and Common. Other stalls are run by community groups, local businesses and entrepreneurs selling a variety of craft works, clothes, bric-a-brac, delicious food and lots more.

All the funds raised are used to support projects within the Park and Common.

The Friends welcome volunteers to help organise the fete and help on the day. Don’t be shy (unless you are a coconut) and come and volunteer your help to make it a great day. Donations of cakes, books and plants are all welcome.

To get your listing here contact: angela@semagazines.co.uk

What's On - August / September Sunday 4th September: Welcome to Goodrich Picnic

Friday 16th September: CLUB LOCAL Calling all locals who'd love a decent night out but don't want to trek all the way into town to party with hipsters half their age. CLUB LOCAL brings together like-minded South East Londoners for a dance night on your doorstep, DJs playing club classics you'll know and love, whilst hanging out with people who care more about who they're with rather than pruning their quiffs and posting selfies on Instagram.www.thelittlediscocompany.co.uk The Lodge (upstairs) at The East Dulwich Tavern, 1 Lordship Lane, SE228EW, East Dulwich. £8 per adult (incl. a glass of Prosecco) 8pm - 1am.

Every Sunday: Vinyasa Flow Yoga, 6-7.15pm Make time for yourself before a busy week. A dynamic and flowing practice to stretch and strengthen, as well as increasing awareness in the mind and body. Finishing with a relaxing slow-down for a balanced and positive end to the weekend. All levels welcome. £12 Drop-in. £60 for a 6 class pass. Please email Laura with any questions or to guarantee a space hello@ lauraharveyyoga.com.

Friends of Goodrich (FoG) are holding a Welcome to Goodrich Picnic for all new starters between 1pm and 3pm in Peckham Rye Park in the Arboretum/Picnic area. Come along and meet other Parents from your child's new class and join us for a fun and friendly afternoon in the sun (hopefully)! Please bring your own picnic and blanket.

For more information please do email friendsofgoodrich@gmail.com

Monday 12 September: Love2Dance Honor Oak Love2Dance is expanding to bring fun, fantastic street dance classes to Honor Oak. 12-4pm (12-2pm: 8-12s, 2-4pm: 12-18s). Weekly classes start, Monday 12 September 4pm – 6pm ages 8 – 11. 6pm – 8pm ages 12 – 18 at Honor Oak Community Centre, 50 Turnham Rd, SE4 2JD.

LIVE MUSIC Every Monday from 7.30pm at The Cherry Tree SE22 Come and join us for live music in East Dulwich.

First Monday of the month Jam night featuring a band so come and join in or come down to watch some amazing local talent.

Every other Monday we have open mic which it getting busy, so come down early if you want to perform. Free drink for performers (175ml house wine, beer or soft drink) The Cherry Tree under new owners and a new style. 31-33 Grove Vale SE22 8EQ

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Fitness Tips

The many faces of fitness

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here are many contributors to good physical, emotional and mental fitness, and exercise is just one of them. Whenever I talk about health and fitness, I use the term healthspan rather than lifespan because that’s what we’re all striving for. We want to be healthy and able to live useful and remarkable lives for as long as possible and that’s healthspan. This month I’ll give you five top tips about how to keep yourself fit, healthy and energised for the demands of a busy life.

Watch Your Stress Levels Too much stress can profoundly change your body, affecting the immune system, your digestion and the overall performance of your body down to a cellular level. Managing your stress is possible, and you can do something about it if you’re willing to prioritise your health and take a few simple steps towards regaining control. Move, dance, rest, explore, indulge, create – don’t let life rule you, you’re in charge!

Treat Yourself Booking yourself a massage is a wonderful gift to your body and will help relieve tension and encourage blood flow which helps rejuvenate your cells. For a really indulgent experience, I recommend the Hammam on Forest Hill Road if you like being pampered; I came out of there last week feeling amazing and it’s very clean, quiet and hygienic.

They’ve really brought the Turkish Spa to South East London.

Prioritise Your Sleep We all know the importance of sleep but too few people make it a priority. There are a few simple lifestyle hacks that you can implement to improve your sleep; avoid screens for 90 minutes before bed, leave your phone in another room, use blackout curtains and avoid sugar, alcohol and caffeine several hours before retiring. Use the evening to wind down from your day and quieten the mind, ready for a restful sleep.

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Walk Everywhere Think about your journeys and consider if you could walk instead. You burn approximately 120 calories for every mile you walk, you’re moving your muscles, tendons and joints and getting blood flowing through the body. We were not designed to sit; our bodies are meant to move, and if you walk regularly you will be prolonged your healthspan. Try leaving the car at home for at least one day a week and see what difference it makes to your activity levels and wellbeing.

Laugh With Friends This one is very important! A healthy body is a happy body, and nothing beats a good laugh with friends. Do you regularly prioritise a night out with pals? Do you make time to watch comedy or just have fun, whether that’s playing games, cinema, a night out? It’s easy to get caught up in the seriousness of life, particularly if you read the news which is rarely cheerful. Try looking up and smiling more, and prioritise having fun!

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Dulwich Picture Gallery August: Family Month Spend your summer holidays at the Gallery.

Enjoy drop – in art making sessions, storytelling and Gallery exploring.

@dulwichgallery

Holiday Workshops Colour Lab 12 – 16 years. £45 Tuesday 23 August to Thursday 25 August 10.30am – 12.30pm.

This class is an opportunity to expand your ideas and play with colour. Explore the wonder of the optic nerve and use your observations to mix exciting colour palettes. Hone your painting and life drawing skills and embrace the unexpected while building your portfolio.

With artist Nikki Gardham.

Into the Wild 6 – 9 years/9 – 11 years. £45

Art in the Garden Wednesdays, 3, 17, 24, and 31 August 2 – 4pm FREE with Gallery Ticket Join us for drop-in sessions in our gardens suitable for all ages. A teaching artist will be on hand to inspire. Engage with a wide range of materials and take home your creations. All materials provided.

Tuesday 2 August to Thursday 4 August 6 – 9 years: 10.30am – 12.30pm 10 – 12 years: 2 – 4pm.

Engage in artmaking outdoors, enjoy the sunshine and create a variety of images inspired by the Gallery’s garden. Create cyanotypes or sun prints; work with mixed media and craft landscape designs.

With artist Liz Charsley - Jory.

Print Mill 6 – 9 years/9 – 11 years. £45

Family Sundays in August Sackler Centre and Gallery 2 – 4pm FREE with Gallery Ticket ArtPlay

Tuesday 16 August to Thursday 18 August 6 – 9 years: 10.30am – 12.30pm 10 – 12 years: 2 – 4pm Create your own paper using natural dyes, and make a series of mini edition prints with handmade printing blocks.

With artist Francesca Centioni.

Sunday, 7 and 21 August

Storytelling Sunday, 14 and 28 August

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Dulwich Picture Gallery Gallery Road, Dulwich, London SE21 7AD www.dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk

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Summer Holiday Reading

With holiday season upon us Lawrence Roullier White rounds up this month’s new publications. Before clicking on line, pop into your nearest independent bookshop. If not in stock, they will be by the very next day, and you’ll be helping local businesses.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One & Two: The Official Script by J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany and Jack Thorne - PUB: 31st July The Age of Bowie Hardcover by Paul Morley - PUB: 28th July Natural Beauty with Coconut Oil: 50 Homemade Beauty Recipes Using Nature's Perfect Ingredient by Lucy Bee - PUB: 28th July Truly Madly Guilty by Liane Moriarty - PUB: 28th July Magical Jungle: An Inky Expedition & Colouring Book

by Johanna Basford - PUB: 11th August Three Sisters, Three Queens by Philippa Gregory - PUB: 9th August

- By Lawrence Roullier-White

I See You by Clare Mackintosh - published 28th July The Woman in Blue by Elly Griffiths – PUB: 8th July Heroes of the Frontier by Dave Eggers – PUB: 26th July Tainted Love by Kimberley Chambers – PUB: 28th July The Moment She Left by Susan Lewis - PUB: 28th July Killer Look by Linda Fairstein - PUB: 26th July Sweet Tomorrows by Debbie Macomber – PUB: 11th August Purity by Jonathan Franzen – PUB: 2nd August Chener Books, Lordship Lane, SE22 | Dulwich Books, Croxted Road, SE21 Herne Hill Books, Railton Road, SE24 | Kirkdale Bookshop, SE26 Review, Bellenden Road, SE15 | Rye Books, Upland Road, SE22 Village Books, Calton Avenue, SE21 | and not forgetting; Tales on Moon Lane, Half Moon Lane, SE24 for Children’s Books

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Financial Matters

Managing on Budget SE Style

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he management and allocation of scarce resources is the basic economic problem that has bedevilled individuals and policy makers since the beginning of time. This is often reflected in that feeling of, there’s lots more days left than money, soon after pay day. This is not just a challenge at levels of low income, as it is often said, ‘the more money we have, the more problems we get’.

Some of our SE21/SE22 readers were recently presented with this allocation of resources problem as follows, how to manage on a budget?

Two respondents, were only keen to share their experiences with us.

Alison, a retail assistant working in Dulwich, with an 18 year old daughter in full-time education, said, “my rent and council tax swallows up the lion share of my wages, so I am forced to manage my money very carefully. Several years ago, I got into a nasty mess, so now I keep a meticulous record of all my direct debits leaving my bank account. Writing down my direct debits helps me stay in control of my finances. I don’t want to go back to that mess again.”

Despite the financial challenges and the prospects for the future not looking much brighter according to Alison, she was very upbeat and radiating our missing summer glow. In addition she explained that her financial survival was being propped up by her bank overdraft.

“I try my best not to exceed my overdraft as it is a life saver. With an 18 year old in full-time education, cash is always tight. The cost of living seems to be forever increasing with most people, it seems we’re all in the same boat, whether single or two parent families.”

Vincent, an apprentice in SE21, living at home with his mother and sister said, “I help mum with the household bills, so I have to keep a watchful eye on my funds. To keep control of my money I manage three accounts: my current account which receives all my income and pays out all bills by standing order on pay day plus one. On the same day, I transfer a fixed sum to

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savings account number one. The remainder less £150 goes into savings account number two. The £150 in my current account is my monthly survival budget. My savings account number two is used for all my personal hygiene spending, such as dry cleaning.“ Our two readers stressed the importance of monitoring their bank accounts. This was reminiscent of those days in local government finance when it was a daily routine to identify the incoming and outgoing cash.

Alison said, “I keep a regular check on my bank statement to avoid any nasty surprises”.

Vincent advised, “I receive a weekly text of my account balance from bank but I still check my balance daily as a back-up.” Alison and Vincent provided the following tips for surviving on a budget: 1) Keep a record of your money coming in and when it is due to go out 2) Review your spending pattern and rein it in otherwise, you’ll lose control 3) Eliminate unnecessary spending, such as chocolate 4) If you have an overdraft, do not go over your limit 5) Consider streamlining your social life expenditure Alison saved her best advice for last, “despite living on budget, it is important to try and maintain a good credit score, as this comes in handy to obtain finance for the luxuries.”

With such great local budgetary advice our new Chancellor may need to head south to get some tips as he plans to abandon the austerity boat.

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Horniman Museum & Gardens Festival of Brasil 3 July – 4 September 2016

Immerse yourself in Brazilian culture this summer with a season of unique events and exhibitions. We’ve collaborated with Brazilian artists and communities to bring you a snapshot of contemporary Brazilian art and culture inspired by their everyday lives and neighbourhoods. Experience installations, new dance performances and specially commissioned street as well as fascinating photography displays, outdoor concerts and festivals. Be part of our digital conversations on social media and get involved in dancing, making art or music at our events. www.horniman.ac.uk/brasil

Brazilian Film Screenings

In conjunction with Cineclub Brazil

City of God (2002) (Cidade de Deus) Wednesday 10 August, 6-8pm Rio de Janeiro's City of God is a slum where police rarely go and residents are lucky if they live to the age of 20. In the midst of this violence a young boy’s brave ambition to become a professional photographer becomes a window into his world and ultimately his way out.

Certificate 18. FREE.

Sunday Bandstand Concerts Sunday 7, 14, 21, 28 August, 3-5pm Grab your dancing shoes and enjoy our free outdoor Brazilian music concerts from Samba to Forro and Tropicalia to Música Popular Brasileira (MPB). FREE. 7 August: Tonzee: Tonzee moves seamlessly through genres from Samba and Novo-Tropicalia to Reggae, Rock and Drum ‘n’ Bass. Performing uplifting tracks tinged with a tropical flavour.

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14 August: Let Drum Beat: Let Drum Beat are musicians who've gathered their passion for percussion together, combining their Afro-LatinBrazilian heritage and musical traditions to create original pieces led by a wide diversity of acoustic sounds from bells to heavy drums, energetic and paced rhythms, vocal melodies, bass lines and spontaneous dance.

21 August: Viramundo: led by British born guitarist/singer Paul Rumbol, Viramundo is one of the longest established Brazilian/Latin bands playing authentic Brazilian dance music and jazz sounds.

28 August: Pé De Jurema: Pé De Jurema take you on a joyful and colourful journey of energetic rootsy Brazilian music. They play traditional rhythms including Coco-de-Roda, Maracatu, Baião, Forró and Ciranda, on exotic Brazilian percussion instruments including the pandeiro, berimbau, caxixi and alfaias.

Brazilian Big Wednesdays 10, 17, 24, 31 August, 11am–3.30pm Join us for fun activities including storytelling, dance, music and art and craft which have been inspired by traditions from all over Brazil. See the website for full details. FREE.

Hear it Live Brazil!

Tuesday 30 August, 3.30-4.30pm Adriano Adewale demonstrates a range of Afro Brazilian percussion instruments. FREE.

Festival of Brasil: Exhibitions and Displays Favela: Joy and Pain in the City Until Sunday 18 September FREE Evocative photographs by young Brazilian photographers capture the complexities of life in Rio including the joy of children playing, the presence of the armed forces, and carnival performers amidst the skylines of the city. In partnership with the Observatório de Favelas.

Carnival in Rio This small display in our Music Gallery celebrates some of the Brazilian instruments, music and costumes that feature in the parades at Carnival including a cavaquinho guitar, drums and bells.

FREE.

Horniman Museum & Gardens Brazilian Food Garden

Adult Batwalk

Black turtle beans, sugar cane, coffee and cassava are among the plants featured in this colourful culinary display, inspired by iconic Brazilian dishes and drinks such as caipirinha and feijoada. Planted in recipe groupings, the food planting will be accompanied by wildflowers in the blue, gold and green of the Brazilian flag. FREE.

Friday 19 August, 7-9pm

Fauna Brazil Until Sunday 8 January 2017 FREE

Join this guided walk to learn about south east London’s local bats and find them in the Horniman Gardens using bat detectors.

Tickets: Adult £5.

Dinosaurs: Monster Families Until Sunday 30 October

A photographic display by João Marcos Rosa showcases the incredible wildlife of Brazil.

These stunning images feature paths where jaguars hunt, rivers where giant otters fish and the enormous trees where harpy eagles build their nests.

Project Morrinho: A Horniman Favela Until Sunday 4 September FREE A miniature model favela has been created in the Gardens as part of Project Morrinho, a social and cultural project from Rio de Janeiro where local artists build intricate models of the favelas they grew up in. Project Morrinho has collaborated with local community groups to construct the Horniman favela.

Carnival Installation Until 20 August FREE An exciting new installation by Brazilian artist Robson Rozza and carnival experts Mandinga Arts in Gallery Square.

Summer Family Activities Please see the website for information on Summer Family Activities including Pond Dipping, Family Art Fun, Horniman Explorers and Minibeast Safari. www.horniman.ac.uk

Family Batwalk Friday 12 August, 7-9pm Join this guided walk to learn about south east London’s local bats and find them in the Horniman Gardens using bat detectors. Suitable for children aged 7+ years.

Tickets: Adult £5, Child £3. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Discover the fascinating world of dinosaurs and their young in this family-focused interactive exhibition. Dinosaurs: Monster Families shows how dinosaurs looked after their eggs, nests and babies. Meet ‘Baby Louie’, a cast of the nearlycomplete skeleton of a dinosaur hatchling; dig in the discovery pit; touch a real dinosaur leg bone and come face-to-face with T-Rex’s relative – a life-size Tarbosaurus skeleton cast. Have fun at the interactive exploration stations, and enjoy an exciting programme of dinosaur-themed events and activities to complement the exhibition.

Alongside bird and crocodile specimens from the Horniman’s collection, visitors can also see a cast of an extinct Elephant Bird egg, one of which was famously found by Horniman patron Sir David Attenborough in Madagascar in 1960.

Ticket prices: Child £4.40; Adult £7.70: Family (2 adults, 2 children) £18.70. Prices include 10% voluntary Gift Aid donation. See www. horniman.ac.uk/dinosaurs for more information.

Horniman Members enjoy free, unlimited visits to the exhibition.

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Holiday Swimming Tips

Fun & learning through water…

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abies are born ready to play, and water is a wonderful, natural sensory play area, where your baby can learn and have fun – especially in the summer. Giving your baby water confidence is the best way you can prepare them for swimming and being safe in the water for life.

Newborns Having spent nine months suspended in fluid in the womb, babies generally love the liberating sensation of floating freely in warm water and it’s never too early to get them in a pool - as long as the water’s warm enough, above 30 degrees for a baby older than 12 weeks (or heavier than 12lbs), and above 32 degrees if they’re younger or smaller. Popping on a warming wetsuit can really help those babies who feel the cold.

• Water resistant sun cream and a hat • Wetsuit for cooler pools • Toys – bath toys, inflatable balls, plastic floats

Six Months To A Year

Holiday Swimming

Now your baby is more active, bath time starts to be an altogether more splashy experience!

Encourage your baby to splash and kick. Trying showing them how to pour water from one cup to another, or use a watering can to sprinkle it.

Heading to the beach? It’s safe to take your baby in the sea, although it’s not recommended for babies under six months because of the water temperature and saltiness. Be aware of waves which can knock little ones over, so keep hold of them at all times, even if the water seems calm.

You should stay in the shallows and make sure you don’t stay in too long.

Toddlers And Beyond Baths, paddling pools and sprinklers, your toddler will love water however it comes! You can buy all sorts of toys for bath times– boats, foam letters, crayons for drawing – but empty plastic bottles, pots and cups are just as good for pouring and experimenting. You can also teach your little one to blow bubbles and try making different sounds under the water. Older babies and toddlers enjoy songs and water toys like plastic ducks and fish. If your child can walk, they may enjoy playing in the water where they can touch the bottom. Keep the mood light and let your toddler dictate the pace.

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Kit For Fun In The Sea • Swim nappies • UV suit SPF 50+ • Wetsuit – should be a snug fit • Water resistant sun cream and a hat • Plastic ‘jelly’ shoes for jumping in the waves Whatever you do with your babies this summer have fun and stay safe.

Water Babies London South East www.waterbabies.co.uk.

Dulwich Society

2016 Front Garden Competition Winners

T

he prize winners have been announced for the Dulwich Society’s 2016 front garden competition. Some 50 entries were received, with the overall high standard making judging a challenging task. The competition was open to all Dulwich households.

First Prize, of £100 in garden vouchers, went to 101 Woodwarde Road (Above LEFT). Whilst a relatively small front garden, it had strong kerb side appeal. This was helped by a good structure and the use of varied planting including hydrangeas providing both showmanship and interest through different leaf shapes, heights and colour. A vertical dimension was also achieved through a climbing hydrangea, there were buddleias for bees and butterflies, and window boxes added a final flourish. The garden also showed a high standard of husbandry and maintenance.

Five Gold Prizes of £50 each went to entries for

82 Henslowe Road (Above RIGHT), 17, 142 and 148 Burbage Road (Below LEFT), and 186 Peckham Rye. Five Silver prizes of £25 each went to entries for 60 and 76 Burbage Road, 134 Court Lane, 50 Park Hall Road and 88 Woodwarde Road.

Two Special Prizes of £25 have been given – to 171 Rosendale Road (Below RIGHT), for their tree pit planting in the nearby traffic island, and to Glyn Davies of 130 Court Lane for maintaining the neatest front garden in Dulwich over many years.

All prize winners also received a certificate designed by illustrator and artist Greg Becker, who lives in East Dulwich. Jeremy Prescott, Chair of the Dulwich Society’s Garden Group, commented: “We would like to congratulate all the entrants, as well as the prize winners. Their attractive front gardens will have given and will continue to give pleasure to local residents, and I hope will inspire others to copy them.”

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Issue 118 - September 2016 In this issue Events Calendar Monthly Notice Board News and Events Food & Drink Children’s Activities Dulwich Picture Gallery Financial Matters

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