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HELLO AND WELCOME TO The september edition of the cm17 connection Well the summer was a bit of a damp squib wasn’t it! Did you see the advert placed in a local newspaper by Affinity Water reminding us all to be prudent with our water consumption? Oh the irony! Still, it did raise a warm smile to brighten the grey, damp and sometimes autumnal weather we experienced! As always, I’m delighted to bring local businesses and community events straight to your door. There’s lots and lots going on this September and into the autumn and it’s all local - hoorah! Have a look at the community pages and editorials in this month’s edition. There is a plethora of activities and events to keep us all happy AND busy! Many local events are run by unpaid volunteers, you may even be one of them! Sometimes they’re sponsored by local companies which is great, more often than not they’re organised and funded by people that are passionate about the cause, organisation or concept. Raising funds and/or awareness is what it’s all about and Harlow is full of these amazing people. If we can attend just one event, a fun dog show, a quiz night, a concert we will ensure that these groups, clubs, charities and facilities will be here for the next generation. That’s good right?
CONNECTION september 2017 ISSUE 144
CONTENTS ■ FEATURES & ARTICLES 5 Robert Halfon - working hard for Harlow 9 Local Business People in Person Nick Woods, Herts & Essex Carpet Cleaning
10 Futures in Mind 13 Cllr Joel Charles
Keeping in touch with you
17 Matching Charity Farmers’ Market Celebrates its 10th Anniversary
18 Gallery at Parndon Mill Exhibition 20 Scarecrow & Flower Festival 2017 St James’ Church, High Wych
Don’t leave it to someone else. As Mahatma Gandhi said: “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.”
26 Streets2Homes - Our Charity of the Year 2017
Keeping it local, Lorraine
■ FUN & LEISURE 22 Just for the Kids
Henry Hedgehog’s puzzle page
Streets2Homes are our charity of the year 2017. To find out more about the wonderful work that they do visit their website of find them on Facebook.
28 Look What’s Cooking
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30 Puzzles & Brain Teasers
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A Letter from Robert Halfon MP Robert Halfon MP Working Hard For Harlow
Dear residents, I recently spoke about Harlow on a debate on New Towns in Parliament where I urged the Government to give extra support to regenerate our housing, infrastructure and town centre. I praised our town for being a place of aspiration, opportunity and achievement and also made sure that Harlow received Happy 70th Birthday wishes from the Local Government Minister responding to the debate! I thoroughly enjoyed travelling in the parade for Harlow’s Birthday Carnival on a beautiful traditional green bus organised by Arriva. I congratulate Harlow Council and everyone involved in organising the Carnival, which was a fantastic event. Well done to all those who had floats, including the Harlow Rock School, Harlow Steel Band and many more. As well as working hard for Harlow, I have also been continuing to stand up for motorists, this time against proposed taxes on diesel cars. These taxes would hit those on low incomes including thousands who use their vehicles a means to earn an honest living. What is even worse, is that it would hit those very people who bought diesel motors because Gordon Brown and the last Labour Government wrongly said they were greener vehicles. We all want cleaner cars and to cut pollution. Instead of punishing motorists, the Government should have a proper scrappage
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LOOK WHAT’S COOKING LAMB KOFTAS WITH MINTED COUSCOUS FOR THE KOFTAS 350g lean minced lamb ½ red onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 2tsp ground coriander 2tsp ground cumin 1tsp smoked paprika 2tbsp fresh chopped coriander Squeeze of lemon juice FOR THE COUSCOUS 225g couscous 3tbsp olive oil 1tbsp lemon juice ¼ cucumber, finely diced 4 spring onions, trimmed and finely chopped 3tbsp fresh chopped mint 4 tomatoes, cut into chunks Lemon wedges and mint sprigs to garnish
This
flavour-packed dish is great for a late summer lunch or dinner. Serve with warmed flatbreads and tzatziki, if liked.
1. To make the koftas, place the mince, onion, garlic, spices, fresh coriander and lemon juice in a food processor. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then process until very finely minced. 2. Divide the mixture into 12 and using clean damp hands, shape each into an oval. Push each oval onto the end of a long wooden skewer (see tip) and place on a foil-lined grill pan. Cook under a preheated medium grill for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently, until browned and cooked through. 3. Meanwhile, make the couscous. Place the couscous in a heatproof bowl and pour over 250ml boiling water. Cover and leave to soak for about 10 minutes, until all the water has been absorbed. Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, cucumber, spring onions and mint. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. 4. Serve the koftas with the couscous and tomatoes, garnished with lemon wedges and mint sprigs.
TIP: Soak the wooden skewers in cold water for about 20 minutes to prevent the ends burning under the grill.
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The Henry Moore Primary School Harlow Week As Harlow celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2017, the children at the Henry Moore School have been learning about the town they are growing up in. With activities ranging from interviewing residents to drawing detailed maps, each year group has learnt about Harlow from a different perspective. Trips out included a sculpture trail for Year 5, exploring the archives at Harlow Museum for Year 4 and a trip to the Gibberd Gardens for Year 1. Year 6 had the opportunity to meet and question David Devine who shared his extensive knowledge of Harlow and its origins. Celebrating Harlow has given all of the children a deeper understanding of how their town began, how it has changed and how it will continue to do so in the future.
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PLACES OF WORSHIP Church Langley Church Sunday service 10am in Main Hall. Sunday School; prayer ministry. Thurs Communion (2nd & 4th Thurs in Chapel, 9.30am). Mini-church 10am Thurs. Weekday house groups. Tel: Ann Kosla 629950. Email: ourvicar@churchlangleychurch.org Web: churchlangleychurch.org
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Are you over 60 and need help with something? Do you feel isolated or lonely? Are you looking to meet new friends? If the answer is yes to any of the above then contact Age Concern Harlow on 01279 415553/07824 776723 email ageconcernharlow@btinternet.com Our Services: Signposting, information and referrals Advocacy Social Sessions on Tuesday & Friday afternoon Line Dancing on Thursday afternoons IT club on Monday morning Age Concern Harlow would like to help you find the right service or information you need.
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WHAT’S ON ■■ Every Tuesday Latton Ladies Various Locations A friendly group of ladies who meet weekly on Tuesdays who go on visits to interesting places and meet for tea and talks. Contact: Barbara 869806 or Carol 410324, www.harlowlattonladies.org ■■ every wednesday Green Team Volunteers Various locations Woodland maintenance activities. Time: 10am-3pm, contact: 446997 or darren.fazackerley@harlow.gov.uk ■■ Every Saturday Harlow parkrun School Lane, Town Park FREE, weekly, timed 5km run. Pacer events on the last Saturday of every month. Time: 9am, www.parkrun.org.uk/harlow ■■ Every Sunday Harlow junior parkrun Showground field, Town Park Free, weekly, timed 2km run for children aged 4-14. Time: 9am, www.parkrun.org.uk/ harlow-juniors. ■■ every Sunday Harlow Sunday Walkers Meeting point varies Meet every Sunday for different walks around the local area and sometimes a little further afield! All welcome to join us! Contact: 07928 511423, email: boldmorestaffy@mail.com or find us on Facebook - Harlow SundayWalkersGroup ■■ until mon 4th September Paddling pools and splash park opening 2017 Locations: various Once open paddling pools will be inspected each morning and if faults are found the pool may be closed. Pools could also be closed at any time and at short notice during the day, if a fault is later found or due to bad weather conditions. Any closures will be listed as soon as possible on our website. Time: 10am-6pm, contact: 01279 446655, www.Harlow.gov.uk ■■ until sun 17th September Observation and Insight Gallery at Parndon Mill In homage to Sir Frederick and Lady
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Gibberd’s mission for the arts in Harlow The Gallery at Parndon Mill has invited the sculptor Gerda Rubinstein to exhibit her work from until 17 September 2017. The centrepiece is the life size Lucinda. The Gallery is delighted to announce that the last of the edition of 6 of the 27” version of Lucinda will be on display in Gerda’s exhibition which is part of the celebration of Harlow’s 70th birthday.. Time: Tue-Fri 10am–5pm Sun 2-4pm, FREE, www.parndonmill.co.uk ■■ until Sat 23rd september Culture Exposed! Spotlight on Harlow The Gibberd Gallery Introduces the diversity of Harlow’s cultural beginnings, celebrating the strength of excellence in the arts and the wealth of artistic venues This narrative of the past and future will include prints, film, photographs, sculpture and an incredible weekend programme of film, tours, talks and debates with town inspired live music. Time: Mon 9am-4.45pm, Sat 11am4pm, contact: 01279 446404, email: gallery@harlowarttrust.org.uk, www.gibberdgallery.co.uk ■■ Fri 1st, 15th & 29th September Town Park Social Strollers Meet at School Lane car park, Harlow Town Park Want to get more active? Then we’re here to help. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time. Booking opens approximately two weeks before the event. If you have any access requirements please let us know. Time: 10-11am, contact: Education Volunteer Officer, Mike Levett on 01279 446834 or email: mike.levett@harlow. gov.uk ■■ Sat 2nd September Essex Society for Family History St John’s ARC AGM followed by Land Tax Assessments for Family History by Eric Proberts. Time: doors open 2.15pm, talk starts at 2.45pm, email: suespiller@yahoo. co.uk, www.westessexsecretary@esfh. org.uk ■■ Sun 3rd September Pets’ Corner Fun Dog Show Pets Corner Paddocks The Friends of Pets’ Corner will be holding their annual Fun Dog Show. There will be a BBQ, stalls, refreshments and more.
Time: 11am-4pm, cost: FREE to attend, there is a charge for entering a dog in a class, for more information email: friendsofharlowpetscorner@ yahoo.com ■■ Wed 6th September TJ Higgs Psychic Medium Rhodes Centre With her natural, contemporary and accurate presentation, TJ is firmly placed as the UK’s foremost psychic medium and her broad appeal allows her to support private readings, live theatre appearances and events in the UK and internationally. Time: 7.30pm, tickets: £20, www. rhodesbishopsstortford.org.uk ■■ Sat 9th September Book Sale & Open Morning St Mary Magdalene Church Hall Photographic displays, old parish registers – Aisle of Coins. All Welcome Refreshments available. All books 20p. Time: 10am-2pm (booksale 1012noon). ■■ Sat 9th to sat 23rd september Photos of Harlow Old and New Exhibition Harlow Museum A special even for the popular Facebook Group. Information: photosharlow@gmail.com ■■ Sat 9th September Harlow Brass Band Harlow Bandstand There has been a brass band in Harlow since the latter part of the nineteenth century, nowadays the band consists of local players who provide live music for the local community. Time: 2-4.30pm, entrance: FREE, www.harlowbrassband.co.uk ■■ Sun 10th September Heritage Open Day St John’s ARC The Essex Society for Family History will be on hand to offer help and advice to people wishing to trace their family history. Complete beginner or maybe you have hit a brick wall and could use some help or advice? All are welcome. Time: 10am to 4pm. ■■ Sun 10th September Grandparents’ Day Afternoon Tea Parndon Wood Nature Reserve Join us for Afternoon Tea in our gorgeous woodland setting with your
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IN September Grandparent’s! Each person can expect a selection of cakes, scones and sandwiches, as well as a pot of tea (with a free refill!). Book an hourly slot to ensure your goodies are made for when you turn up! Time: 1-3pm, price: £10pp, booking essential, email: becca.pullen@ecco. org.uk
■■ thu 14th September Harlow Decorative and Fine Arts St John’s ARC Restoration Dramas – The rescue of some of Britain’s best-loved architecture – Brian Stater BA MSc. Time: 8pm, coffee from 7.15pm, contact Lesley Collischon: 0208 508 5694, visit: www.harlowdfas.org.uk
■■ Sun 10th September Heritage Open Day Gibberd Garden As part of Heritage Open Day the garden will be open and free for all to enjoy! Time: 2-6pm, entrance: FREE, www. thegibberdgarden.co.uk
■■ Fri 15th September Music at Marigolds: The Barefoot Doctors Harlow Cricket Club The Barefoot Doctors are fronted by Bluesy songstress Stella Hensley and Blues, Slide, Ragtime guitarist Chris Newman, and backed by the unstoppable grooves of bassist Fabian Bonner and the shamanic drumming of drummer Ian Croft. The Barefoot Doctors know and understand how to bring a smile back to a forlorn face and a bounce back to tired feet. Time: 7.30pm, tickets: £8, contact: 414174 or 421763, www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk
■■ Wed 13th Sept Teddy Bears Picnic The Gibberd Garden Bring Teddy and enjoy the Garden. Activities for the under 5s (a small charge for some activities). Time: 2-6pm, contact: 01279 442112, www.thegibberdgarden.co.uk ■■ Wed 13th September Harlow Heritage Society: 1947-2017 - 70 years in 70 Minutes Saint Marty-at-Latton Church Hall A compendium of people, places and events that have helped to shape our town and its heritage. Compiled and presented by members of our society, family and friends. Time: 7.30pm, entrance: FREE to members, visitors £3pp. ■■ Thu 14th September Mary Moore Henry Moore Studios & Gardens Mary Moore, daughter of Henry and Irina Moore, will give her unique insight into “Life in Perry Green”. Join us for a rare chance to hear Mary talk at her former home. Time: 6pm, tickets: £10, www.henrymoore.org ■■ Thu 14th September Art & the New Town Cultural Tours The Gibberd Garden & the Gibberd Gallery, Harlow Art, architecture, sculpture and garden design in one unique day out. See Harlow’s hidden sculptures including Moore and Rodin and the Gibberd’s former home and gardens. Time: 10-4pm, tickets: £28 including transport and lunch, book via Gibberd Garden: 01279 442112 or email fohsandgg@gmail.com
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■■ fri 15th September ARC Quiz Night - Quizmaster Jill Jackson St John’s ARC Join us for our popular fundraising Quiz Night to raise funds for maintenance of this historic building. Light refreshments will be available to buy and you are welcome to bring your own. Time: 7.30pm for a 7.45pm start, maximum 8 people per table, cost: £5 per person, to book contact: 01279 442447 or email info@stjohnsarc.org.uk ■■ Sat 16th september Matching Farmers’ Indoor Market Matching Tye Village Hall Third Sat of the month. 19 food and drink stalls, plus a few craft stalls. Enjoy good quality fresh produce from farmers and other producers from within a 40 mile radius. Why not give it a try? Time: 10am to midday, FREE entry. ■■ sun 17th September Town Park - Potato Day Pets’ Corner Events Barn Enjoy meeting the animals at Pets’ Corner and Special Potato Treats at Spurriers House Cafe. Potatoes on display (at least) 70 varieties of potato grown by U3A members, live music and children’s activities. Time: 11am-4pm, for more information
email: friendsofharlowpetscorner@ yahoo.com ■■ Sun 17th September Festival of Flavour Sworders Field Come and join the fun at this very tasty Grove Cottage food and drink festival. Time: 11-5pm, adults £4, children FREE, sue@mencapgrovecottage.org, www.mencapgrovecottage.org ■■ SAT 23rd & SUN 24TH September Mammal Weekend Parndon Wood Nature Reserve Join us for a weekend all about mammals! You’ll learn lots this weekend about some of the animals living in the nature reserve. There’s a free trail hunt around the reserve and mammal themed arts and crafts available at the visitor centre. Crafts 50p a go. Time: 11am-3.30pm, for information email: becca.pullen@ecco.org.uk ■■ Fri 29th September Music @ Midday: Italian Pianist Massimo Folliero St John’s ARC Classical clarinets and basset horns. Collection at the end. Pre-concert light lunch £5 including home made soup & artisan bread with a complimentary glass of wine or juice (lunch served from 12:45pm). Time: 1.30pm, entrance: FREE, £5 (lunch), contact: 442447, www. stjohnsarc.org.uk ■■ Fri 29th September Music at Marigolds: Rebop Tribute to Horace Silver Harlow Cricket Club Rebop is Paul Higgs trumpet, Colin Watling tenor saxophone, Chris Ingham piano, Marianne Bidwell bass and George Double drums. Returning to Marigolds after some fantastic gigs over the years, the superb Rebop play innovative and exhilarating modern jazz. Time: 7.30pm, tickets: £10, contact: 414174 or 421763, www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk ■■ Sat 30th September Jumble Sale St Mary Magdalene Church Hall Time: 11am –1pm.
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the listings Guides & Scouts 1st Church Langley Brownies meet every Fri 6.30-8pm Contact Tina: 07708 812378 1st Church Langley Rainbows meet every Tues 4.30-6.45pm Contact Badger: 07831 153857 2nd Church Langley Brownies meet every Mon 5-6.30pm Contact Brown Owl: 07831 153857 2nd Church Langley Rainbows meet every Tue 5.45-6.45pm Contact Badger: 07831 153857 2nd Harlow Common Brownies meet every Wed 6-7.30pm Contact: www.harlowguiding.org.uk 21st Harlow (Church Langley) Beavers, Cubs and Scouts meet at The Barn, 1st Avenue Contact Anne-Marie: 411921
Sport & Fitness Capoeira for kids - Capoeira Essex for ages 6-13 years meet every Tue 6-7pm at GPCA, Abercrombie Way Contact Emma Gibbs: 07894 716833 Church Langley Bowls Club meet every Tue 9.30am-12pm and Thu 3-5.30pm at the CL Community Centre Contact David Whitaker: 629277 Church Langley & Potter Street Football www.clubwebsite.co.uk/ potterstreetfootballclub Church Langley & Potter Street Cricket www.potterstreet.play-cricket.com The Griffin Bowls Club from May to Sept. Club behind the Latton Bush Centre. Contact: Toni 863175, www.griffinbowls.co.uk GPCA Badminton Group meet Wed 8-10pm at GPCA Centre, Abercrombie Way. Some experience preferred. £3 per wk, new members welcome! Contact: Jackie 432569 or John 320215 Harlow Badminton Club meet at Mark Hall Sports Centre ladies/adult/ family Fri 6.30-9pm, Junior sessions Sat 122pm, £5 per adult/session Contact Sandra Holbrook: 07943 071269 or email harlowbadmintonclub@gmail.com www.harlowbadmintonclub.co.uk Harlow Cricket Club Juniors and Seniors Contact Paul: 421763 www.harlow.play-cricket.com Harlow Hockey Club train Thu nights 8-9.30pm at Leventhorpe Leisure Centre Contact Romy Antrobus 0750 0158 261 or email: harlowhockeyclub@hotmail.com www.facebook.com/harlowhockey Herts & Essex Badminton Club meet Fri 7.30-9.30pm at Mark Hall Sports Hall, some experience preferred Contact: John 428536 or Kevin 426540 Langley Colts Junior & Youth Football boys & girls www.langleycoltsyouthfc.co.uk Phoenix Feathers Badminton Club meet Mon expect Bank Holidays 8-10pm at Mark Hall Sports Hall, some experience preferred Contact Mick:PLEASE 412660 or Steve: 07595 THE MENTION 303591
Potter Street Bowls Club meet in Potter Street Community Centre Wed and Fri Contact Mrs Baker: 422754 or Mrs Burley: 304575 Shorinji Kempo children’s martial art class 4.30-5.30pm, Tues at Norman Booth, £3 per session (term time) Contact Linda: 07946 615446
meet on the 3rd Thu of every month Contact Joan Connelly: 422760 Harlow Symphony Orchestra rehearse every Tue 7.45-9.45pm at Tany’s Dell School Contact Andrew Bruce: 838598 or email: andrew@wizaweb.co.uk
Taoist Tai Chi Contact: 424074
Harlow Theatre Company welcomes acting and backstage members Contact: info@harlowtheatrecompany.org.uk or visit: www.harlowtheatrecompany.org.uk
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Church Langley WI meet on the 3rd Wed of the month 8-10pm Contact Sue Winfield: 05602 283109
Harlow Decorative & Fine Arts Society Contact Mrs Lesley Collischon 0208 5085694, www.harlowdfas.org.uk
Gems Widow & Widower Social Club Contact Carol Titterton: 07713 544168
Harlow Writers’ Workshop meet every Thu 10am-12noon at Moot House Contact Adrienne Tinn: 723948
Harlow Branch of the Royal Naval association meets once a month at The Royal British Legion Club Contact secretary June Ray: 865919 Harlow Lions Club meet on the 1st Thu of each month at Oddfellows Hall, Old Harlow, CM17 0AG Contact Ronni Ayres: 443230 or email: ronniayres@hotmail.com Harlow Photographic Society Meet every Thu 7.45-9.45pm September to June at Moot House, The Stow Harlow Contact Malcolm Tinn 01279 723948 Harlow WI meet at the W.I. Hall, Garden Terrace Road, Old Harlow on the 2nd Wed of the month at 2pm Contact Diane Hatt: 428938 or Jean Wright: 432734 Herts & Essex Bridge Club Meet every Tue 2-5pm at Hatfield Heath Village Hall. Duplicate Bridge players with or without partners welcome Contact Adrienne Tinn 723948 Latton Ladies meet every Tue at the New Life Christian Fellowship Hall, CM18 6HP Contact Barbara Harpin: 869806 Royal Air Forces Association meet at David Livingstone House, Potter Street, every Fri Contact Mr LC Hayes: 868950 or email: Marsdendance@aol.com The Rotary Club of Harlow meet on Mon (except Bank Holidays) at Canon’s Brook Golf Club 12.15pm Contact Mike Ruocco: michele.ruocco@ btinternet.com or alan.leverett.surveyor@ talktalk.net Young @ Heart Club meet every Fri 1-3pm Contact Ruth Whitaker: 629277
Music & Performing Arts Amethyst Flames Majorettes meet every Mon at Lady Fatima Hall 5-7.30pm Contact: 07599 027512 or email: sandieamethyst@yahoo.com or visit: www.amethystflames.piczo.com Harlow & District Caledonian Society meet every Tue 8-10pm at the W.I. Hall, Old Harlow for an evening of Scottish country dancing Contact Betty Allen: 303095 Harlow Chorus Contact Carol Spicer: 428898
Arts & Crafts Harlow Flower Club meet for 7.30pm start at New Life Christian Fellowship Church, 2nd Thu in the month Contact: 432340 for further monthly details Bevan Quilters meet at the Women’s Institute hall, Old Harlow every Thu morning from 9.30am to 12.30pm Contact Lynn Lagdon: 444204 email: lynnlagdon@tiscali.co.uk
Collectors & Enthusiasts Harlow Railway Circle meet Tue and Thu 7pm at Halling Hill Common Room Contact John Stratford (Chairman): 415541 or Owen Wood 07800 779745 or email: harlowrailwayclub@gmail.com West Essex Society for Family History meet first Sat of the month 2.15pm for 2.45pm start at St John’s ARC Contact Sue Spiller: suespiller@yahoo.co.uk, www. westessexsecretary@esfh.org.uk
Health & Family Care
Freshwater Contact Centre meet Saturdays at The Meadows Children’s Centre, Harberts Road, CM19 4DL Contact www.freshwaterscontact.org.uk, FB: www.facebook.com/Freshwaters or tel: 01279 450220 (ansaphone) Inner Peace Healing Sanctuary meet Mon, any time between 1-2.30pm (except Bank Holidays) Contact Jan: 861515 or Maureen: 451305 PACT For Autism Charity No. 1148170 Contact: info@pactforautism.org.uk www.pactforautism.org.uk Parkinsons UK Harlow Branch meet every Wed at the David Livingstone club in Potter Street between 11am-3pm. Contact Corrine Hall: 07982 094194 Tots@Play meet Wed and Fri 10-11.45am (term time only) at Potter Street Baptist Church Hall Contact: 452820 St John Ambulance meet every Tues Contact: 0870 765 7856 or email: DutyOfficer@harlow.sja.org.uk www.sja.org.uk/ essex/harlow St Mary Magdalene Sunday School and Crèche every Sun in the Church Hall at 11am, children of all ages very welcome Contact Karen Herbert: 427956
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INFORMATION AT A GLANCE
USEFUL NUMBERS ALL IN ONE PLACE
Community Centres
Hospitals
Church Langley Community Centre Church Langley, Harlow CM17 9TH 01279 629611
NHS 111 PAH (Hospital)
EMERGENCY NUMBERS 111 01279 444455
Electricity Emergency
0800 783 8838 Gas Emergency
Potter Street Community Centre 96, Potter Street, Harlow CM17 9AQ 01279 422746
Pharmacies
St John’s Arts & Recreation Centre For opening hours and programme of events call: 01279 442447
Church Langley Florence Nightingale Health Centre, Minton Lane, Church Langley, Harlow CM17 9TG 01279 629065
Police
Victoria Hall Theatre For opening hours and full programme of events call: 01279 420062
Old Harlow 43-45 High Street, Harlow CM17 0DN
Harlow Police Station 01279 423911
Potter Street 12 Prentice Place, Harlow CM17 9BG
01279 422909
Councillors Church Langley Councillor Simon Carter Councillor Tony Hall Councillor Andrew Johnson
429443 445897 865673
Harlow Common (Potter Street) Councillor Margaret Hulcoop 452252 Councillor Emma Toal 07885 881255 Councillor Mark Wilkinson 07866 433991 Old Harlow Councillor Joel Charles 07752 096765 Councillor Michael Garnett 437401 Councillor Sue Livings 422339
Local MP Robert Halfon MP
01279 311451
Doctors Church Langley Florence Nightingale Health Centre, Minton Lane, Church Langley, Harlow CM17 9TG 01279 638520
0800 111 999
Schools
Essex Police Non-Emergency
Crimestoppers
01279 641212 0800 555 111
Other Numbers Alzheimer’s Society
01279 418331
Citizens Advice Bureau
0845 120 3717
Church Langley Community Primary School 01279 629427
Contact Harlow (Council) 01279 446655
Churchgate Church of England Primary School 01279 866059
Freshwaters Contact Centre
01279 450220
Fawbert and Barnard Primary School
01279 429427
Gems Widow & Widower Club
07713 544168
Harlowbury Primary School
Harlow Food Bank
01279 724515
01279 423444
MS Society
01279 420059
Mark Hall Comprehensive School
01279 866280
Parkinson’s UK (Harlow)
07982 094194
Petsearch-UK
01279 320511
Rainbow Services
01279 308150
Safer Places
0845 0177668
Samaritans
0845 790 9090
Potter Street Academy Primary School
01279 866504
St Nicholas School
01279 429910
The Henry Moore Primary School
01279 427465
Streets2Homes
Old Harlow The Health Centre, Garden Terrace Road, Old Harlow CM17 0AX 01279 418136
Utilities
Potter Street Osler House, Potter Street, Harlow CM17 9BG 01279 698658
Affinity Water
BT Faultline
01279 430011
St Clare Hospice Advice Line 01279 773773 0800 800 151
Train Enquiries
0345 357 2407
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