SE21 June 2024

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Welcome to SE21

May turned out to be a great month, with some wonderful weather (in part1) and fantastic events. The Artists’ Open House weekends were a great success as usual as was the Dulwich Festival. We are so lucky to have such a fantastic team that put all the events together for us to enjoy.

As usual I have rounded up all the great events taking place in and around Dulwich. The events pages start on page 6. June is another busy month for events, so we have a fabulous seven pages of online and in person events happening in and around Dulwich.

Please do check any event before turning up to make sure that they are still going ahead. Remember to check out www.arounddulwich.co.uk too as many events get added after I have gone to print. You can often find out more details online too.

The local Rotary Club need your help. They need more volunteers to continue the fantastic work they do in the area. Why not pop along, see page 31.

The Last Word this month goes to local business owner Katharine MacLaverty, co-owner of The Dulwich Trader and Tomlinsons. Over in East Dulwich, Katharine and her partner Dan, are celebrating 25 years of their shop ed. Find out more on page 32.

Until next time.

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

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Events Calendar - June

BNI

Life Drawing & Painting, see p8.

Life Drawing & Painting, see p8.

Online Breathing Class, see p8.

Discover Rotary in Dulwich, see p19.

Dulwich Park Runners see p9.

Online

Life Drawing & Painting, see

Refugee

Dulwich Park Runners see p9.

Online

Life Drawing & Painting, see p8.

Dulwich Park Runners see p9.

Women Entrepreneur Socials, see p28.

Zoom Portraiture Classes, see p9.

Zoom Portraiture Classes, see p9.

The Arts Society event. Lecture: Dame Laura Knight see

parkruns,

Zoom Portraiture Classes, see p9.

Menopause Support Group, see p28.

Forest

parkruns, see p6.

A Watercolour Workshop see p28. Pictures at an Exhibition Concert, see p28.

Further details where available can be found in the News and Events pages 6, 8, 9 18, 19, 24 & 28. Please read as not all the events can fit on the calendar!

Dulwich WI, see page 24.

Singaround, p19.

Zoom Portraiture Classes, see p9.

Lewisham Underwater Hockey, see p6.

Live Band Karaoke see p6.

EDWI - Learn to Crochet p19.

Bell House Open Garden, see p8.

Dulwich Park Runners see p9.

p19.

Art in the Park,see p18.

Forest Hill Bowling Club, see p8.

Katherine May: Enchantment, see p9.

LiftHERUp, see p6.

So Last Century’s Vintage Market @ The Brewery see p24.

Alleyn’s Community Choir Concert, see p28.

Adventures, see p9.

A Box of Musical Treats, see p18.

Brockley Max, see p6.

Martin Simpson, Rob Anderson, Steve Hewitt @ The Ivy House see p28.

Forest Hill Bowling Club, see p18.

Forest Hill Gardens Open for Charity see p24.

Hill Bowling Club, see p18.

Forest Hill Bowling Club, see p18.

Forest Hill Bowling Club, see p8.

parkruns, see p6.

Open Garden Tea Party @ Alleyn’s School, see p24.

Open Garden Music Evening p19.

Honor Oak WI, see p8.

Week, Community Celebration p24.

Brockley Max, see p6.

Junior parkruns, see p8.

Online Breathing Class, see p8.

Breathing Class, see p8.

Breathing Class, see p8.

p8.

BNI Adventures, see p9.

BNI Adventures, see p9.

BNI Adventures, see p9.

Forest Hill Bowling Club, see p18.

Lambeth Country Show 50th Anniversary, see p18.

Junior parkruns, see p8.

Junior parkruns, see p8.

Junior parkruns, see p8.

parkruns, see p6.

see p6.

Ccckpit Summer Open Studios, see p24.

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What's On - June

Friday 31 May – Saturday 8

June: Brockley Max Festival

Brockley Max is back and quite literally centre stage celebrating its 23rd Birthday. Combining music, art, performance, and exhibitions, we have things you wouldn’t want to miss! With something for the whole family to enjoy, Brockley Max’s 2024 programme is really taking shape. Working alongside various venues in Lewisham we have must-attend events for you to enjoy this spring. For all of the details for the events, check out www.brockleymax.co.uk

Saturday 1 June: LiftHERUp

We salute Lewisham’s black female trailblazers11am - 12:30pm. We’re continuing to celebrate the women of 2023’s Black Women Icons of Lewisham project, where we honoured, Kristina & Sade Alleyne, Mavis Best and Rosamund Adoo-KissiDebrah. Are you between the ages of 9 and 15? Join us for film and curriculum-led activities about the history and continued work of these women. St Peter’s Church, Wickham Road, Brockley SE4 1LT https://womenofthelens.com (Part of Brockley Max Festival). Also on Monday 3 June at 7pm

Saturdays 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29

June: parkrun 9am - 10am

Dulwich parkrun

Free, weekly timed 5k run, jog, or walk in Dulwich Park. Every Saturday at 9am promptly starting from Queen Mary’s Gate. Register once and bring your printed barcode (can be used at any parkrun across the world). First-timers briefing at 8.50am. Also in Peckham Rye, Brockwell and Crystal Palace parks. See websites for details. https://www.parkrun.org.uk/dulwich/

Peckham Rye parkrun

A 3-lap anti clockwise course, entirely on tarmac is mainly flat and therefore a potential PB course. The start & finish are located close to the Colyton Road entrance of the park. This scenic course takes you over 2 bridges along the pond keeping the black metal fence on your left before turning right running past the bowling green and around the oval gardens.

Peckham Rye Park, Colyton Road SE15 4JR. https://www.parkrun.org.uk/peckhamrye/

What's On - June

Saturday 1 June:

Bell House Open Garden

11:30am-1pm. Bell House is opening its garden for visitors to explore. Set behind the Georgian house, visitors can explore the peaceful twoacre garden. Tea and coffee will be available. Bell House Dulwich, 27 College Road SE21 7BG. Book online: www.bellhouse.co.uk/events/

Sundays 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 June: Junior parkrun

Peckham Rye - 9am - 9:30am

A free, weekly, timed run for 4–14-year-olds, to get fit, stay healthy and have fun! We run 2km every Sunday morning at 9am, through rain and shine. The course is visible, well-marshalled, and all held on the paths around the sports pitches. Peckham Rye Park, Colyton Road, SE22 0NE. www.parkrun.org.uk/peckhamrye-juniors/ Brockwell Park - 9am - 9:30am

A free 2km fun run for 4–14-year-olds every Sunday in Brockwell Park. Just register on parkrun.com to get a barcode and meet behind the lido at 8:55 for a briefing. Come rain or shine, Easter, or Christmas we meet every week. Brockwell Park, Dulwich Road SE24 0PA. www.parkrun.org.uk/brockwell-juniors/

Mondays

3 & 10

June: Forest Hill Bowling Club

2pm-5pm. Forest Hill Bowling Club is a private club with a mixed membership of around 60 members. We welcome new members of all ages and abilities. For more details contact our Secretary on 07905 507155 or on our website www.foresthill-bowling-club.com.

FOREST HILL BOWLING CLUB, 28 WYNELL ROAD, SE23 2LW

Tuesdays 4, 11, 18 & 25 June: Online Breathing Class

7pm – 8pm. A weekly 40-minute breathing and relaxation class. Unwind, centre yourself and use the breath to help relax and prepare for a restful evening. Using different breathing techniques that can be incorporated into your day along with a few gentle mat-based stretches and ending with Yoga Nidra a full body guided meditation for deep relaxation. All welcome. No experience is needed. £7. To join please use the link below: https://liveyogateachers.com/classes/ meditation-open-level-kerry-flower

Tuesdays 4, 11, 18 & 25 June: Life Drawing and Painting

7pm – 8pm. This is an online drawing & painting session conducted via Zoom. Long pose life painting and drawing. A single pose held for three hours with 5-minute model breaks every 25 minutes. The Dulwich Art Group & School. www.dulwichartgroup.co.uk.

Tuesday

4 June:

Honor Oak WI

7:30pm. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at Stanstead Lodge Cafe SE23 1DD. honoroakwi@gmail.com honoroakwi Honoroak_WI www.facebook.com/groups/honoroakwi/

Tuesdays 4, 11, 18 & 25 June: Social Runs with DPR

7:30pm – 8:30pm. Fantastic local running club. Social runs every Tuesday 7.30pm at Trevor Bailey Sports Ground on the south circular. Plus runs every Sunday morning; coached sessions on Thursdays; cross country races; competitions; weekends away; frequent social activities. Come along on a Tuesday to try us out!

More information and to enquire go to: www.dulwichparkrunners.co.uk enquiries@dulwichparkrunners.com

Trevor Bailey Clubhouse, Dulwich Common SE21 7HA

Wednesdays 5, 12, 19 & 26

June: Zoom Portraiture @ Dulwich Art Group & School

What's On - June

Wednesday 5 June:

Katherine May: Enchantment

6pm - 7pm. Feeling bone-tired, anxious and overwhelmed by the rolling news cycle and the pandemic age, Katherine May seeks to unravel the threads of a life wound too tightly. Could there be another way to live - one that feels more meaningful, more grounded in the places beneath our feet? One that would allow us to feel more connected, more rested and at ease, even as seismic changes unfold on the planet?

Enchantment is a balm for anxious times and an invitation to rediscover the feelings of awe and wonder available to us all. Don’t miss the chance to hear Katherine speak about this brilliant book and how we might harness nature in order to live better. She will be in conversation with Alice Vincent, author of Why Women Grow and Rootbound. Dulwich Books, 6 Croxted Road, West Dulwich SE21 8SW. Book via Eventbrite.

Thursdays 6, 13, 20 & 27

June: BNI Adventures

6:30am – 8:30am. Part of the award winning multi-national networking organisation, BNI, Adventurers brings together businesses local to Dulwich with the aim of passing business and keeping money in the local community. Givers gain, and members of Adventurers have excelled at both over the last 12 months. Now back in person this as exciting time for the chapter. Breakfast included. Free parking. Get referrals: boost your business! Please contact Hayley on 07843 989728 for more information.

Dulwich & Sydenham Golf Club, Grange Lane, College Road, Dulwich, SE21 7LH.

2pm – 5pm. Paint a clothed model with a focus on the portrait over two three-hour sessions. We give you a wide view and a closer portrait view so you can work out the framing for yourself. The model will at times be engaged in conversation in order to bring some animation to the face. Online Event: www.dulwichartgroup.co.uk 18

Register for this event on: www.eventbrite.co.uk

Dulwich Hamlet FC Women’s First Team Campioni!

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The season is complete and Dulwich Hamlet Women are champions! In an unforgettable campaign, which saw record attendances and glorious, growing support, our Women’s first team finished three points clear at the top of the table to secure promotion. After a tantalising wait for the final fixture, the team travelled to Newhaven to face Saltdean United in mid-May. Level on points at the top but with a far superior goal difference knowing that even in defeat they could be crowned the title was in touching distance. The victory lap on the Sussex coast became a joyous jamboree of spicy football and the icing on the pink ‘n’ blue cake, as The Hamlet ran out 5-1 winners. Cue euphoria, songs screaming of the hills of SE London, before a race back to Champion Hill to toast this historic achievement stopping the Lordship Lane traffic and dancing into the night on Promotion Roundabout. It’s over a decade since a Hamlet side won the league, and this is the first trophy for our women’s team since they merged from AFC Phoenix in 2019.

The long-hunted promotion to the National League, at level four of women’s football, is wholly deserved after a stellar season for Ryan Dempsey’s squad. Of the 22 league matches, Dulwich lost only two. Unbeaten in the league since early September, they finished the season in style with a run of 15 league wins, and conceded only 15 goals in all. Second placed Dartford couldn’t keep pace and our champions now look forward to competing higher

up the football pyramid. The end of the campaign also signals farewell to two hugely important Dulwich players, as Rosie Stone and captain Brit Saylor step down. Both an integral part of the Phoenix and Hamlet Women’s story, with over 175 Dulwich appearances between them, what better way to hang up their Hamlet boots than as champions! In the summing up, Summer Roberts took the Manager’s Player of the Year award; while defender Erin Corrigan was both the Supporters’ and Players’ Player of the Year and bagged a belter for Goal of the Season.

Meanwhile the men’s team can take heart and re-group for the next campaign after finishing in 12th place. With a play-off spot in reach going into the closing months, in the end a mid-table finish and continuing huge support in the stadium sees sights set on a successful challenge next time round. As manager Hakan Hayrettin looks to develop his squad, Player of the Year Luke Wanadio has signed to go again next season.

With the men’s Euros coming up and preseason friendlies being announced at Champion Hill and on the road, there’s plenty of action to keep us going through the summer. Visit dulwichhamletfc. co.uk for the latest news; and please consider joining our Supporters’ Trust the voice of our fans as we stride into next season. The Trust AGM is coming up at the end of June, so join us before then to be part of the pink ‘n’ blue future. Gloryhunters welcome! Congratulations DHFCW!

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Grow Your Own Fresh Herbs

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There’s nothing nicer – or healthier - than cooking with fresh herbs picked from your own garden. Most are easy to grow and look fab, whether in borders, containers or raised beds. Mediterranean varieties prefer sun and free-draining soil - add coarse grit and organic matter to clay soil. Others, such as coriander, mint and parsley are happy in some shade, with plenty of moisture. Here’s some to try:

Mint

Great in herbal teas and summer drinks, with roast lamb or in Middle Eastern dishes, mint is a great herb to have in a pot outside the door – it can be invasive in a border. As well as spearmint and peppermint, there are masses of different varieties to try including large woolly leaved apple mint, lemon mint, pineapple mint, and chocolate mint – nice in puddings! It Iikes rich moist soil and can tolerate shade. Keep picking it to encourage growth and divide it when it’s outgrown the container.

Thyme

An incredibly attractive and useful herb, this is a fab choice for a pot or sunny spot in the border. There are lots of different varieties, from the creeping ‘Thymus serpyllum’ -which is great between stepping stones - to more mound forming golden T. ‘Bertram Anderson’ and gorgeous variegated T. ‘Silver Queen’. Like most herbs, they respond well to being picked but they have such pretty flowers in pinks and whites that it’s also nice to leave them to flower before pruning again.

Oregano (marjoram)

This spreading herb seems to thrive in the borders in our garden creating mounds of fresh leaves then in early summer is covered in a mass of pink or purple flowers that attract bees and butterflies. Best harvested before the pretty flowers appear - strip off a few of the leaves for tomato-based dishes such as pasta sauce or Bolognese. I also use oregano in pesto. Lovely varieties to try include O. ‘Herrenhausen’, golden O. ‘Aureum Crispum’ or O. Compactum for smaller gardens.

Sage

This is another drought tolerant sun lover that hates soggy roots. Sage has lovely silvery leaves and the

stunning purple sage which look great in borders with lavenders and other Mediterranean herbs. To keep them compact and avoid them getting leggy, they need a prune in early spring and again after flowering. As well as stuffing, try sage with pork or in sage butter.

Bay

This is a vigorous shrub that can get huge in the ground but can be trained into a ball or lollypop in a pot – it’ll need benefit from a yearly top dressing of mulch and given a monthly feed to keep it green and healthy. Bay leaves – fresh or dried - give a lovely flavour to stocks and soups. (Remove them before you do any blending!)

Rosemary

A must have herb – rosemary provides the garden with good evergreen presence and is tasty toofab with roast lamb and roast veg. It has pretty flowers, varying in intensity, which comes early in the season, so are an excellent early bee magnet. It can get big but is easy to prune into a neat shape. R. ‘Benendon Blue’ and ‘Miss Jessopp’s Upright’ has a tall habit whereas creeping prostrate varieties are good hanging over walls. It’s pretty tough and easy to grow but prefers a free draining soil so add grit to clay soils.

Chives

Chives like sun and well-drained soil, but can grow in heavier soils in partial shade. Lift and divide them every few years. Although the flowers are pretty, snipping off buds will encourage growth. But you can eat the flowers in a salad and cut back the plant to the ground for a second flush. With a similar flavor to garlic and onions, they’ll liven up salads, eggs and cheese dishes.

Fennel

The tall feathery foliage of fennel looks lovely with other perennials in a border and the fab yellow flowers are followed by edible seeds. Bronze fennel (Foeniculum Purpureum) has lovely bronze purple foliage and yellow flowers. Fresh fennel leaves are tasty in salads and with fish and collect the dried seeds to make teas.

ExploringBoundariesthe of Learning

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Parents play a pivotal role in shaping their children’s educational paths, and a key part of that is helping them to identify and nurture their unique talents and abilities. Beyond traditional classrooms, there are many opportunities that can spark passion within every child and foster holistic development. What is important is providing a variety of supportive environments where children can thrive.

Co-curricular activities, including co-curricular clubs and sports as well as educational trips, stand as pillars in this journey, offering benefits that extend far beyond textbooks and assignments. What is clear is that environments that are both interesting and challenging are the spaces that develop the building blocks of intrinsic motivation that cause pupils to flourish both on and off the page.

Parents, in the journey of supporting their child’s growth, should not shy away from encouraging exploration beyond the familiar. While maintaining existing friendships holds significance, it’s equally important to recognise the value of meeting new people and gaining fresh experiences. Educational trips, and clubs provide precisely this platform, where students step outside their comfort zones, embarking on journeys that transcend geographical boundaries.

The essence of educational trips lies not only in the destination but in the profound experiences they offer. Whether it’s exploring a new part of the country or venturing into uncharted territories abroad, every journey becomes a catalyst for personal growth and educational development. Stepping into unknown landscapes, pupils are presented with challenges that compel them to adapt, innovate, and broaden their perspectives. It’s within these moments of uncertainty that resilience is cultivated, confidence is bolstered, and character is forged. At the heart of every educational trip lies the principle that learning should be fun.

Many schools will offer educational trips throughout the academic year, but parents can also play a part in bringing the curriculum to life. By understanding areas that are being covered, infusing real world and tangible experiences at home, pupils are not only engaged but also motivated to delve deeper into the subjects they encounter, and can make for a moment of connection. London offers many options, whether

it is a museum offering a talk or workshop on specific areas or digging into the complexities of ecosystems found around in the garden or park firsthand, these experiences spark curiosity and foster a lifelong love for learning.

Tangible educational experiences serve as catalysts for pushing boundaries and encouraging exploration. It’s amidst the unfamiliar landscapes and cultural tapestries that pupils find themselves challenged to push their limits. Whether it’s conquering fears through outdoor adventures or navigating through cultural nuances, every obstacle becomes an opportunity for growth. Through these transformative experiences, pupils not only discover the extent of their capabilities but also develop crucial life skills such as adaptability, empathy, and critical thinking.

Co-curricular activities and clubs, serve as invaluable supplements to formal education. As parents, prioritizing experiences that ignite the flames of passion within our children is paramount. By embracing the spirit of exploration, fostering a love for learning, and encouraging our children to push beyond their boundaries, we pave the way for a future generation that is not only academically proficient but also resilient, compassionate, and ever-curious about the world around them.

Social Relationships & Emotional Resilience

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In this month’s column, we’ll be exploring why I think that social connections are arguably the most important aspect of well-being, and how you might benefit from more human interaction.

Human Contact

We live in a digital age: a time of remote and hybrid working, and the tenable inflection point of AI. As a result, our level of day-to-day human contact is in decline, and we know this will have a huge impact on both our mental and physical health. There’s already a significant amount of research around the negative effects of social isolation – with some studies even linking it to increased risk of all-cause mortality. In the shorter term, however, loneliness can amplify feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression. And that’s why I think social relationships are critical for emotional resilience. It’s also why I think fostering social relationships is going to become increasingly more important.

Helping Others

I’m sure you’ll be able to think of a time when being around others – whether you’re helping them, or they’re helping you, or it’s reciprocal – has enabled you to get something done; to feel more resilient. Hopefully, you have one person, or a network of people, who provide a layer of resilience for you. As part of his research on Blue Zones, and why these areas of the world contain higher proportions of centenarians (people aged 100+), Dan Buettner found that the tradition of moai, defined as either a group of lifelong friends, or a social support group that forms in order to provide varying support from social, financial, health, or spiritual interests, is why the people of Okinawa live better and longer.

Getting Things Done

I want to share an example of how some human interaction helped me to overcome a challenge. A couple of years ago, my partner and I were doing an endurance event. We’d fallen behind with somebody else, and the collective feeling was pretty low. It was hard work, and we were being pushed to our limits, but we started to talk to each other, and some of the people around us. And by

connecting with them – getting out of self, if you like – and having some interesting conversations, we all immediately felt better. Doing so enabled us to press on and make it to the finish line for that day. And this story really illustrates the link between social relationships and emotional resilience.

Emotional Resilience

I’m sure you’ll remember a time when you’ve helped other people, or when other people have helped you to get something done. It could have been a stranger, or someone you know very well. It might have been one person, or maybe it was many. The point is, social relationships and human connection are really important for emotional resilience. Look around. Who’s right there in front of you that helps you to be resilient? Who can you help to be resilient? Because being of service to others is a big part of it.

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What's On - June

Fridays 7, 14, 21 & 28 June:

Forest Hill Bowling Club

2pm-5pm. Forest Hill Bowling Club is a private club with a mixed membership of around 60 members. We welcome new members of all ages and abilities. The club has a full list of friendly and league matches with a combination of men’s, ladies and mixed games as well as twice weekly casual play sessions (roll-ups) on Monday and Friday afternoons. For more details contact our Secretary on 07905 507155 or on our website www.foresthill-bowling-club.com

FOREST HILL BOWLING CLUB, 28 WYNELL ROAD, SE23 2LW

Saturday 8 June:

Art in The Park

This wonderful family-friendly event at Hilly Fields takes place between 12-6pm on 8th June and will have a whole host of activities for everyone to enjoy! This open-air event will have exciting arts & crafts workshops, face painting as well as storytelling from the community and beyond for the younger generations. Live music from our stage will host local bands with a plethora of genres to enjoy. There’ll be a delicious array of food, a bar and a crafts market of local designers and makers. Hilly Fields, 12 Montague Avenue, SE4 1YP. https://brockleymax.co.uk.

Sunday 9 June: A Box of Musical Treats from the 18th & 19th Centuries for flute, recorder & guitar 3pm - 5:30pm

Join Madera for a summers afternoon of tantalising musical treats. With the sparkling combination of flutes, recorder and guitar. The ensemble will be exploring a world of chamber music from across Baroque and classical Europe.

Lesley Holliday – Baroque flute

David Beaney – Baroque flute & recorder

Julian Cowie – Guitar

Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich SE21 7BG www.bellhouse.co.uk.

For listings please submit via our website www.arounddulwich.co.uk

Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 June:

Lambeth Country Show 50th Anniversary

1pm - 9pm FREE ENTRY

The Lambeth Country Show is brought to you by Lambeth Council, in partnership with Brockwell Live. One of the biggest free family festivals in the UK boasts a unique line-up that celebrates the very best of the city and countryside.

The show hosts over 200 traders and exhibitors including street food from around the world, local crafts, retail, health and wellbeing, horticulturists and much more. A rich heritage of local charities and community groups have a presence at the show too and help celebrate the real diversity that Lambeth has to offer.

All the attractions of a traditional country show are on offer and visitors can also learn about the latest research and technologies in science, space travel and virtual reality, as well as getting involved in activities based around the environment and sustainability.

Music always plays a big part in the show too. The Village Green stage showcases an eclectic mix of local talent playing folk, soul, funk and pop, as well as steel orchestras, samba bands, school groups and choirs from the local community.

The Main Stage hosts an array of local and international talent on Saturday with funk, soul, disco and well known hits. Sunday is “Roots Day” with ska, dub and reggae acts from across the globe. All of this and more is on offer at the show with a distinctively urban south London vibe. www.lambethcountryshow.co.uk.

Sunday

9

June: Open Garden

Music Evening 6pm - 9pm

Bring your picnic and listen to the wonderful Vox Duo - www.voxduo.co.uk - singing a selection of favourite songs and arias in this tranquil garden, tucked away down a small cul de sac. St Christopher’s Hospice (ticket sale profits) and Link Age Southwark (refreshment sale profits). Tickets £25 each. The garden is mainly laid to lawn, with patio area and herbaceous borders, backing onto woodland. Wine, prosecco, and soft drinks available to buy as well as hot sausage rolls and a choice of puddings. Limited seating so please bring your own chairs or picnic rugs if possible. Nearest bus stop – bus 202 and 363, Dome Hill Park stop on Sydenham Hill. Bus 3 also nearby. Limited parking. Please Email: barneyandgina@clara.co.uk or scan the QR code to apply for tickets.

Wood Cottage, Dome Hill Park SE26 6SP.

Sunday 9 June: The Goose Is Out! Singaround at the Ivy House 7pm – 10:30pm

If you like singing, come to our Singaround! It consists of people – or sometimes small groups of people – taking it in turns to sing a song. We welcome listeners too! Our Singarounds are very informal and participative. We don’t use the stage and we don’t use mics. You can sing whatever you like - any genre, any language. You don’t have to be a “good singer” - just wanting to sing is good enough for us. Everybody is welcome, including those who have never sung in front of other people before. £5 on the door (cash or BACS only, sorry). The Ivy House, 40 Stuart Road, Nunhead SE15 3BE. For more information: www.thegooseisout.com.

Tuesday 11 June: Discover Rotary in Dulwich 8.30pm

Find opportunities to volunteer in your local community and beyond. Connect with likeminded people. Expand your business network. Develop your leadership skills AND HAVE FUN! Rotary is open to adults from all walks of life, who want to make a difference in communities locally and internationally. For enquiries or to book contact shirleyfaiers@gmail.com.

rotary-dpcp.org.uk. Kingswood House, Kingswood Estate, Seeley Road SE21 8QN.

Wednesday 12 June:

EDWI: Learn to Crochet

7:30pm - 9:30pm. We are delighted to welcome Marisa, the handicraft guru who will be showing us how to crochet. We are going to make a small basket using T shirt yarn. You will be able to go home with a handy storage container and hopefully a new skill. The East Dulwich WI welcomes guests to this event, first time guests attend free of charge, returning guests pay a fee of £5.00 (cash only). Please note members are prioritised should we not have enough material/ crochet hooks. We welcome new members, the membership year runs from April 2024 to March 2025, the membership fee is £48. For more information email at: join@eastdulwichwi.co.uk.

The Castle Pub, Upstairs Function room, 280 Crystal Palace Road, East Dulwich, SE22 9JH

Thursday

13 June:

Lecture: Dame Laura Knight

8pm - 9pm

In 1936 Laura Knight became the first woman to be elected as a full member of the Royal Academy, 168 years after its establishment. In her extraordinary career she painted landscapes, portraits and seascapes, as well as scenes from the circus, the ballet and the theatre. She was the only woman to be given War Commissions in both the First and Second World Wars and the only British artist to cover the Nuremberg Trials of 1946. This lecture provides an overview of her career and some of the remarkable achievements of her long life. LECTURER: Rosalind Whyte

The programme lectures can be found on: www.theartssocietydulwich.org.uk/programme/lectures James Allen’s Girls’ School Sixth Form Centre, Green Dale, East Dulwich SE22 8TG.

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Missing Cats

Pets Corner with Leonie St Clair | www.londondogstraining.co.uk

Once again, there seem to be frequent reports of missing cats

This is an inevitable and nerve -wracking experience that almost every cat owner endures. Cats are naturally territorial. Youngsters need to mark out their own kitty kingdom and sometimes that journey takes them way off the beaten path. Alas, there is truth in the adage “curiosity killed the cat.” I know because my childhood kitten wandered into a removals van, never to be seen again.

Cats that enjoy hunting, or that are unneutered, may develop surprisingly large ranges; intact tom cats may roam for up to 5 miles. A minority of cats are kept indoors. Many city cats are neutered and learn to patrol and defend a tiny range, often only the back garden. However, most cats will want to defend their little patch from neighbouring cats. This can be constant and stressful. Inexperienced and shy cats may flee to avoid confrontation, running outside their range and safety zone. It is at this point cats can go missing.

Missing cats tend to fall into two camps: the displaced or truly lost. Indoor cats get spooked and escape the home, others exit to chase something they have spied through the window. Having bolted, the cat then finds himself in unfamiliar territory and fear prompts him to find the best hiding place he can- squeezing under sheds, behind walls, even up drainpipes. This type of cat may go missing for days, but chances are he is very close by, just too scared to reveal himself.

Outdoor/ hunter cats or sexually motivated cats are a slightly different proposition. These cats will have travelled further from home, but the issue of displacement is still key. All it takes is a nasty or scary confrontation for the cat to run and find itself in unfamiliar territory, forced take cover in the best hiding place it can find. The strong advice is neuter your cat to reduce roaming.

The length of time a displaced cat goes missing varies, much depends on the individual cat’s personality and at what point it is prepared to break cover, meow, and reveal itself to the outside world- at which point it is more likely to be found. Bold cats reach this threshold quickly, timid types

may take up to twelve days, at which point the need for water probably overrides other survival instincts. What unites all the cases of displacement is that the cat wants to get back home, he is just too scared to try.

The ‘lost’ cat, is the cat that does not want to be found or to return. Some cats are determined, voluntary migrants set on a new home; inability to get along with other cats around is often the cause. Cats in pain, ill or injured, go into full defence mode, and hide from the world.

On the whole cats do not run away; territorial by nature they just freak when they find themselves on unfamiliar ground and take cover. It can be no surprise that the largest percentage of missing cats is made up of those who have just moved to a new home.

NEXT TIME - what to do when your cat goes missing

Financial Matters

With David Frederick FCCA | Marcus Bishop Associates | marcus-bishop.com

A Will Is Not The End Of The Road

The ownership of a will invariably provides owners with peace of mind. Owners of a will can feel satisfied in knowing where their estate will go when they pass away. However, the making of a will is not the end of the process. In many ways it is merely a convenient pause. Why?

As life and events in our life changes, individuals should be reviewing their will as these life changes occur. It is not unusual to learn of the death of an individual and learn that the will they had did not reflect their latest expressed wishes, because the will had not been reviewed to take into account the deceased’s latest wishes before they died.

One such case was Sheila, who was a mother of three adult children and had always expressed the view that she wants her children to inherit her estate when she died. To this end Sheila made a will in 2010, therefore all was well.

However, in 2013, Sheila fell in love with Robert, a divorcee with one child. After a short courtship the couple got married. The marriage came to a sad end last autumn when Sheila died suddenly. The death of Sheila was compounded for her three children.

The children were shocked to learn that their mother had died intestate despite having made a will in 2010. They learnt that their mother’s will had been invalidated by her marriage to Robert as it did not contain any clause concerning the anticipation of any wedding. Consequently, the rule of intestacy would govern their mother’s death. In reality this meant that their mother’s flat which had a market value of £470,000 would not be inherited by them as per her will. In addition, the death benefit of their mother’s workplace pension was considered part of her estate and may be subject to inheritance tax at 40%.

The case of Sheila is not uncommon and is and has been repeated across the UK. However, it only arose because of inaction by Sheila, who already had a will. The inaction was Sheila’s failure

to make a new Will once she got married to ensure her children inherited her estate as in accordance with her often verbally expressed desires for her three children. Getting married is not only a major landmark for newly weds but a marriage revokes the validity of any will written prior to marriage without an anticipation of marriage clause. Therefore, it is abundantly clear from the case of Sheila that a change in life circumstances such as a marriage is a driver to have one’s will reviewed. Conversely, a divorce does not invalidate a pre-existing will. The effect of a divorce upon a will is the ex-partner is treated as if they had died when the marriage or civil partnership was dissolved. Whilst the consequence of a divorce does not result in a will being made invalid, it is another life changing event which should drive the writing of a new will.

The impact of a marriage and a divorce upon a will serves as clear examples and reminders that the writing of a will is not the end of the road. The dynamic nature of everyday life with its ongoing changes should serve as a reminder of the need to review a will if not three yearly or less but following material changes in life. Two further notable key changes in life that should drive a will review and drafting of a new will are the birth of children and the purchase of a first or new home.

The completion of a will should never be regarded as that is it, job done, but as a pause awaiting the next change in the journey of life.

What's On - June

Saturday, 15 June: Open Garden Tea

Party at Alleyn’s School 10am-12.30pm

This spring Alleyn’s School is opening their gates and welcoming members of the public to their Open Garden Tea Party. Explore its lush campus with a guided tour led by students. Discover the school’s heritage and landmarks such as the memorial garden and observatory deck, whilst raising funds for Link Age Southwark. This is a vibrant local charity providing support to over 800 older people in Southwark who are feeling lonely or isolated. Link Age Southwark are one of Alleyn’s Parents Association chosen charities this year. Indulge in a selection of tea, coffee and cakes, amidst the backdrop of the vibrant flower garden. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor eager to discover a hidden gem in London, this is a perfect opportunity to see the site and get to know the local community.

Alleyn’s School, Townley Road, East Dulwich SE22 8SU, with a recommended donation of £5 to experience the charm of Alleyn’s.

Sunday 16 June: So Last Century’s Vintage Market at the Brewery 11am - 6pm

So Last Century is excited to hold Vintage Market at the Brewery for the first time at Gipsy Hill Brewing Company’s Taproom in south London on Father’s Day! Expect to find mid 20th century furniture, lighting, homeware and ceramics, original posters, prints, books, records, antique maps and charts, brocante, salvage, vintage designer fashion, and lots more. Outside in the yard there’ll be amazing street food and coffee provided by KERB. Gipsy Hill Taproom will be serving up their range of excellent draught beerall brewed on site. FREE ENTRY

Gipsy Hill Brewery, 160 Hamilton Road, Gipsy Hill SE27 9SF. www.solastcenturyfair.co.uk

Monday 17 June:

Dulwich WI Monthly Meeting

7:30pm-9:30pm. Launched in 2018, the Dulwich WI is a supportive and stimulating group for women of all ages and backgrounds. We would love to meet you and look forward to welcoming you to our group. www.dulwichwi.com

Kix Bar + Kitchen, 57 North Cross Road SE22 9ET

Tuesday 18 June: Refugee Week 2024 - Community Celebration in Herne Hill

7:30pm - 9:30pm. Herne Hill Welcomes Refugees invites you to join us for a special celebration of Refugee Week 2024. Join us to hear from members of our community who have welcomed refugees in Herne Hill. Find out how to get involved in resettling an Afghan refugee family through Community Sponsorship. Enjoy music, food, and stories that showcase and celebrate the resilience and strength of refugees and the communities that welcome them! Light refreshments available from 7pm. This is a FREE event but please book your place on our Eventbrite page. Herne Hill Baptist Church, Half Moon Lane SE24 9HU

Friday 21 – Sunday 23 June: Cockpit Summer Open

Studios 2024 4pm - 6pm

An opportunity to meet some of the world’s most celebrated craftspeople in their studios –surrounded by their tools, materials and work-inprogress and the perfect opportunity to buy direct from craftspeople. Whether you’re interested in ceramics, glass, textiles, millinery, leatherwork, jewellery or fine art, there’s something for everyone: https://cockpitstudios.org

Cockpit Deptford, 18-22 Creekside SE8 3DZ

Sunday 23 June:

Forest Hill Gardens Open for Charity

12pm - 5pm. 3 lovely gardens open for charity under the National Garden Scheme. 27 Horniman Drive. 35 Netherby Road and 53 Ringmore Rise. Combined Entry £9 Children Free. Tickets and Maps at all venues. Homemade Teas and Plant Sales. 53 Ringmore Rise, London SE23 3DE.

Ripe Old Age

Practical Advice for Navigating Later Life |

May You Stay Forever Young

Nine Practical Tips For Slowing The Ageing Process

“May you build a ladder to the stars, And climb on every rung, May you stay forever young” so said Bob Dylan in 1973. Sadly many of his contemporaries ignored his advice, lived fast and died young. In those days it was anything goes with ideas of wellness drowned out in the summer of love, a drunken haze of booze, fags and other illegal substances.

Fast forward to 2024 and those of us over 60 confront thoughts of our own mortality and fears of long-term health conditions. But do not worry the BBC Science Focus has nine excellent tips on antiageing tips that they say are scientifically shown to be beneficial:-

1) Maintain Your Muscle

Exercise is THE miracle treatment to slow ageing. It improves bone density and muscle mass.

2) Ignore Fad Diets

There is good evidence maintaining a healthy weight is important for longevity, but other studies of eating habits are inconclusive.

3) Brush Your Teeth

People with less tooth decay and gum disease seem to have fewer heart attacks.

4) Get Enough Sleep

Good slumber can lengthen our lifespan. While we sleep, our brains do a spring-clean, literally flushing out toxins.

5) Wear Sunglasses

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) seems to increase the risk of dementia.

6) Suncream – Always

As well as causing skin cancer, ultraviolet light accelerates the ageing of skin through a few different mechanisms.

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7) Don’t Waste Your Money

No need to spend a fortune – best bang for your buck comes from eating less, moving more, and consistent sleep.

8) Wash Your Hands

The Covid 19 super tip – there is much evidence infections lead to problems in later life.

9) Look Out for the Super Drugs

Drugs were bad for the hippies but for us luckily there are drugs on the horizon that should slow down the ageing process and keep more of us healthier for longer.

For more information visit: https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/ anti-ageing-hacks

What's On - June

Tuesday 25 June: Women

Entrepreneur Socials 7pm - 9pm.

Maddy Shine (queer blue-haired business coach from Anerley) and Pip Hounslow (lilac-haired Shopify web designer mum from Norwood) are proud to be collaborating with Gipsy Hill Brewery to host monthly socials for women entrepreneurs. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this meetup offers a supportive environment to share ideas, gain insights, and forge new collaborations. We’ll have the cosy Douglas Fir pub in Anerley exclusively to ourselves AND you’ll get the first drink included in your ticket. All women who identify as women/ non-binary welcome. Tickets £15 includes first drink. Douglas Fir pub, Anerley Road, SE20 8NL. https://maddyandpip.co.uk.

Friday 28 June: MARTIN

SIMPSON, Rob Anderson, Steve Hewitt 7pm - 11pm

Universally acclaimed as one of the finest ever acoustic and slide guitar players, Martin Simpson is an artist at the very top of his game. Whether interpreting material from tradition or singing his own potent songs, he is a remarkable storyteller - captivating and profoundly moving.

Rob Anderson, who hails originally from Oregon USA, is a fine songwriter. In recent years he has also been committed to keeping the songs of his old songwriting partner Wayne Drury in circulation, in both The Wayne Drury project and most recently with Jackdaw.

Steve Hewitt is an emerging singer songwriter with a strong Americana influence who is pushing the boundaries of folk-roots.

£20 advance, £22 on the door (cash or BACS only) www.thegooseisout.com.

The Ivy House, 40 Stuart Road, Nunhead SE15 3BE.

Friday 28 June: Menopause Support Group: “HRT & Alternatives” by Dr Tanya GP and menopause expert

12:30pm - 2:30pm. Menopause Connections: A Holistic Approach to Menopause is proudly presented by a team of local menopause practitioners covering nutrition, pelvic health, fitness, medical and natural approaches to managing menopause symptoms. The June event in the series will be led by: Dr Tanya Patrick, NHS GP and Menopause Expert. CoFounder of BiOrigin: an Integrative Health & Hormone Clinic. Book via www.bellhouse.co.uk. Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich SE21 7BG.

Friday 28 June: The Creative Arts Club: Postcards from Bell House - A Watercolour Workshop 10am - 12pm

In this watercolour workshop we will be looking at different ways to approach making a miniature work of art. You will be given a small pack of postcards, made from high quality watercolour paper and shown some approaches to working with watercolour in miniature. You will be encouraged to look to the work of Turner and Sargent, amongst others, as well as to the Bell House gardens for inspiration. This class will suit all levels of experience! All materials and refreshments will be provided, but please do feel free to bring along any materials or inspirational images of your own. Please bring an apron to wear for this class. BOOK: www.bellhouse.co.uk. Bell House, 27 College Road, Dulwich SE21 7BG

Saturday 29 June: Pictures at an Exhibition

7:30pm - 9:30pm. Stephen Bryant, leader of the BBC Symphony Orchestra, plays the violin concerto by Welsh composer Grace Williams with the Dulwich Symphony Orchestra. After the interval, DSO plays Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. Tickets £12/£10/under-16s free, on the door or from Eventbrite.

www.dulwichsymphonyorchestra.org.uk

All Saints West Dulwich, Lovelace Road SE21 8JY

Volunteer Drivers Needed

For 30 years, Link Age Southwark has eased loneliness and reduced social isolation for local older people and those living with a diagnosis of dementia. Today, they urgently need more volunteer drivers like Mark. Every Thursday, he collects four older women, from very different backgrounds, driving them to and from singing sessions run by the charity.

“I enjoy listening to them chat when I’m driving them. Hearing about their lives and families is fascinating – they may have limited mobility now, but one of them told me that at 18 she’d been a long jump champion!

They seem to really appreciate the interaction – they’ll ask about my sons, my dogs – it’s lovely to just be me. I retired last year from a very highpressure career where I was constantly ‘on call’. I wanted to explore other aspects of what I can bring to the world.

Link Age Southwark needed drivers. I have a roomy car, and it was an opportunity to give my

BabyBallet

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.

HartBeeps

Mondays at Christ Church, 263 Barry Road, East Dulwich, SE22 0JT. Mondays 10am Happy House, 11.15am Baby Beeps & 12.30pm Baby Bells.. http://hartbeeps.com

Family Space

Free, creative workshops that take place on the last Saturday of the month at the South London Gallery, 6567 Peckham Road. For children aged 5-12 years old with their parents and carers. Drop-in, no need to book. www.southlondongallery.org

Little Superhero Training

Practice your Superhero moves! Discover Superhero fun facts! Any Little Heroes, Boys and Girls aged 2 - 5, Come along for a FREE taster session. Mondays & Fridays (term time only) St Barnabas Parish Hall, 23 Dulwich Village, SE21 7BT. Contact Lucy 07813 791757 | lucy@littleherocompany.com www.littleherocompany.com

brain a rest, whilst hopefully making a difference. Being a volunteer driver makes me feel good: you’re taking time – listening and being there for others.”

To find out more about becoming a Link Age Southwark volunteer, contact 020 8299 2623; volunteering@linkagesouthwark.org or visit: www.linkagesouthwark.org

Mini Athletics (SE London)

Winning the gold medal for children’s sports classes! Start your child’s fantastic journey in athletic development, designed for toddlers up to children of 7 years old. All through a fun play-based format. To try us out, contact Sam: 07811787153 | smcdermott@miniathletics.com www.miniathletics.com

Lucy Sparkles

Outstanding music, drama and dance classes and parties for young children. Fun classes where children engage with singing, movement and live music whilst enhancing learning through developing physical, emotional and intellectual skills. Tues, Weds & Fri classes for different age groups/themes. sarah@lucysparkles.com | 07929 784 719

‘Unicornios y Dinosaurios’

Fun and interactive Spanish language play classes, for children aged 0-5, and their parents and carers. Thursdays mornings (term-time only) in East Dulwich. Suitable for all levels of Spanish! Contact Hazel on 07852 553 239 or hazelcarr@ hotmail.com.

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RRDulwich Rotary Relaunch

Dulwich Rotary Relaunch

otary in Dulwich is opening its doors to a new era of Rotary volunteering. While the values and mission remain the same, the organisation has evolved to offer great flexibility, taking account of modern lifestyles and commitments, asking only for the time you can afford to give. Rotary is a global humanitarian organisation, committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and is open to adults from all walks of life who want to make a difference in communities locally and internationally. The opportunities that Rotary can provide are truly amazing, not only for changing the lives of others but also for networking, personal growth and having fun! Rotarians are People of Action! If you are interested in learning how you can get involved, book your place at the meeting on Tuesday June 11th at Kingswood House (see advert for details). Bring along your ideas and suggestions on how Rotary can enrich the lives of others in your area and beyond. This could be the best decision you ever made!

otary in Dulwich is opening its doors to a new era of Rotary volunteering. While the values and mission remain the same, the organisation has evolved to offer great flexibility, taking account of modern lifestyles and commitments, asking only for the time you can afford to give. Rotary is a global humanitarian organisation, committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and is open to adults from all walks of life who want to make a difference in communities locally and internationally. The opportunities that Rotary can provide are truly amazing, not only for changing the lives of others but also for networking, personal growth and having fun! Rotarians are People of Action! If you are interested in learning how you can get involved, book your place at the meeting on Tuesday June 11th at Kingswood House (see advert for details). Bring along your ideas and suggestions on how Rotary can enrich the lives of others in your area and beyond. This could be the best decision you ever made!

Discover Rotary in Dulwich

Connect with like-minded people | Expand your business network

Develop

your leadership skills | And have fun!

Rotary is open to adults from all walks of life, who want to make a difference in communities locally and internationally.

Discover how you could get involved with Rotary at Kingswood House, Kingswood Estate, South Dulwich on Tuesday June 11th. 7 for 7.30pm

For enquiries or to book your place, contact: shirleyfaiers@gmail.com / rotary-dpcp.org.uk

TICKETS CAN BE BOOKED VIA EVENTBRITE

The Last Word with Katharine MacLaverty

Katharine is the joint owner of local lifestyle stores

The Dulwich Trader, Tomlinsons and ed which she has run with husband Dan Rigby since 2008. The shops were founded by mother-in-law Penny Tomlinson with the Dulwich Trader opening its doors 35 years ago. Katharine and Dan live in Crystal Palace with their two children and dog Digby.

How long have you lived in the area?

I have lived in Crystal Palace for over twenty years, although I can’t quite believe that!

What brought you here?

My husband Dan is South London born and bred and this is where we met – neither of us ever considered living anywhere else. When we met, I was working as an Occupational Psychologist with no retail ambitions but a healthy love of shopping so when Dan’s parents decided to retire and offered me the opportunity to buy the business it was too tempting to resist. We have both been well and truly rooted in the area ever since!

What has changed most during that time?

Crystal Palace and Dulwich have both changed a lot over the years – lots more artisan coffee and less greasy spoons – I like both so I’m happy either way!

What do you most value about the area?

We’re very lucky where we live as we have lovely neighbours all around us. We have street parties and now that we’re out the other side of the pandemic (and some renovations) I’m hoping to have some more neighbourly summer gatherings.

Describe your perfect weekend.

My perfect weekend is a mix of pottering, ticking things off lists and seeing friends and family. Most weekends revolve around the children and their various engagements but sometimes we manage to enjoy some of our own plans!

The best meal I’ve ever had..

I couldn’t tell you the best meal I’ve ever had as my memory just isn’t that good! The best meal I’ve had recently was for our anniversary at the Dulwich Lyceum next to The Dulwich Trader. I ate far too much and could barely waddle home, but it was worth it.

Coffee or tea? Where?

I couldn’t live without tea – according to my children nothing is more important to me than a cup of tea and they do have a point. I went off tea while I was pregnant and it was devastating!

Where’s your favourite place to walk?

I love walking in Crystal Palace park – it’s such a unique place with the dinosaurs and Crystal Palace remains - it’s lovely to run into lots of people you know which makes London feel very small.

My perfect holiday..

My perfect holiday is very different from Dan’s! I like spas, clean sheets, cocktails at sundown while Dan likes a soggy hill walk and campfire.

What is your favourite shop?

I love Crystal Palace Antiques and have been a far too regular customer there for the last two decades! Obviously, I love our shops but I can’t say that! I think real-life shops are so important for the interaction, sense of community and the inspiration they provide – online has its place and is so useful but it’s a completely different thing. The last thing I bought there was a gorgeous elm stool to hold my tea for me while I’m busy scrolling through Pinterest on the sofa!

My secret ambition.. is to win the lottery without ever buying a ticket.

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