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This month.. 6. Celtic tree astrology July 9. Slimming World 10. Your garden in July 12. Movies for July 13. Six movies this July 14. Word search competition 17. Headway Bristol family fun day 18. Kids Korner 24. Crystal Clear’s open day 26. Councillors Surgery (Jos Clark) 30. Councillors Surgery (Harriet Bradley and Mike Langley) 34. Summer Berry Pudding 38. South Bristol mobile speed camera sites 39. The Mattress Factory Disclaimer
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Celtic Tree Astrology What’s instore for you this month?
Birth month January. Tree Birch Communication is the prominent thing for you this month.Try and keep your opinions and strong ideas to a minimum, to avoid conflict. With good communication could help achieve more positive Outcome. Keywords. Communication and patience Birth month February. Tree Rowan. It looks as though you may be thinking of studying or researching something. This could have a strong impact and you will need to keep balance in your life, not neglect yourself, or your loved ones around you.There may be some obstacles in your path, they should only be temporary. Keywords. Balance and harmony Birth month March. Tree Alder. Follow your intuition and gut instinct, and try to Be aware of others feelings as someone around you may be feeling a bit delicate emotionally. Some understanding and support could be what they need. Keywords. Sensitivity and caring. Bith month April. Tree Willow There could be a hold-up in some project or plan. Don’t let it get you down, try and seek balance in your life at this time.Sociability and harmony are important to you, try not to let this sidetrack you from things you need to do. Key words. Focus and balance Birth month May. Tree Oak. Something or someone that you feel passionate about will be significant this month. Try not to be too stubborn or obstinate as this could cause you unnecessary disharmony. Whatever happens this could be bringing you some changes and opportunities. Keywords. Flexibility and change Birth month June. Tree Holly. You may have been indecisive recently, time to bring balance back into your life. Those close to you are ready to help you . Your energy may have felt low recently, this should begin to improve, if you can be more sensitive to your needs, and more flexible. Keywords. Balance, energy and flexibility Birth month July. Tree Hazel There may be something you will need to look into, for either study or research. Although this is your birth month, try and keep your feet on the ground and not be led astray. It should be a relaxed time, but also remember not be too demanding, and try to be sensitive to other’s needs. Keywords. Learning, and sensitivity
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Birth month August. Tree vine This could be time for clearing things both emotionally and on the practical levels. Romance and relationships are prominent this month, so enjoy the social life.Something may need you to make a decision, it could be something that has been put off for a while. Keywords. Sociability and decisions. Birth month September. Tree ivy. It seems there are some decisions to be made. And you may have sense of some things being held up.Don’t let things entangle you emotionally, as this will not help to keep a clear mind. It may help to clear some things on the physical level, and try and keep the mind quiet and focused. Keywords. Calm and clarity. Birth month October. Tree Broom. When you are aware of your own inner wisdom and guidance, you don’t always listen. It would seem that you should pay attention to your inner wisdom at this time. As it does seem there is a decision or situation that will have to be dealt with. Keywords. Listen and action Birth month November. Tree Birch. You may have been busy recently, now is good time to try and slow things down a little.If you can take some time and let your emotions and mind have time to unwind. You may feel it’s time to clear either situation, or things that need sorting in a practical way.You may feel you are not achieving your goals. A calm mind may help with this. Keywords. Clearing and calmness. Birth month December. Tree Rowan Your social life could be busy this month. A few things look to change for you, so be prepared.Could be a time for reflection and from this some study or research or new interests or hobbies, may come from this. Keywords. Socialbility and changes
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“At Slimming World we know being active doesn’t Walk Your Way To Better have to involve wearing lycra or even trainers, and doesn’t have to mean joining the gym Health’ says Slimming Expert itordefinitely running marathons – unless you really want to, Around 35% of people aged 40-60 in the South West do not walk briskly for at least 10 continuous minutes a month says Slimming World Consultant Sarah Bryant. Se is backing a new campaign encouraging people to build more brisk walking into their lives as a way to improve their health and wellbeing.
of course! Anything that gets you moving more and increases your heart rate has fantastic health benefits, and that’s why our group is backing the Active 10 campaign and we’re aiming to build more brisk walking into our daily lives.
“Just 10 minutes brisk walking a day can make a huge difference, and it’s something that most of us can do every day or at least work towards to some While just 10 minutes of brisk walking a day counts degree too. Whether you’re doing a few laps of your local shopping centre, hopping off the bus a stop as exercise and can protect and improve an individual’s health, Public Health England (PHE)’s early or walking to a meet a friend for coffee, walking latest research shows that over 50% of adults think can be incorporated in many ways. over 240 minutes a week is needed to have any “Sharing ideas for getting more active are just one health benefits. “But,” says Sarah, who runs of the ways my members get support each week to slimming groups in Whitchurch and Hengrove, “doing as little as 10 minute bursts of brisk walking achieve their weight-loss dreams. Together they also learn how to lose weight without going hungry with can make a real difference. That’s why I’m our flexible Food Optimising eating plan, and receive supporting Public Health England’s One You all the tips, inspiration and support they need to lose ‘Active 10’ campaign.” weight and keep it off for life.” Taking a 10 minute brisk walk each day can help build up towards the UK Chief Medical Officers’ (CMO) recommendation of at least 150 minutes per week of moderate to vigorous physical activity. This has been linked to health benefits including a lowered risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and some cancers. PHE’s free ‘Active 10’ app helps adults do more brisk walking, and it is the only app of its kind that combines intensity and time, rather than just distance.
To find out more about the Whitchurch and Hengrove Slimming World groups contact Sarah on 07879 443888 or pop along to one of her groups which are held every Tuesday at 9.30am at Hengrove Community Centre or every Wednesday at 5.30pm or 7.30pm at Bridge Farm School. If you’d like to incorporate more brisk walking into your day, search ‘Active 10’ online to download the app for free.
Sarah who has lost over 2st herself and supports around 280 members weekly to lose weight and get more active each week, says: “I know first-hand how difficult it can be to juggle a busy work and home life and try to fit in some sort of exercise. It’s so easy to give breaking a sweat a back seat in terms of priorities!
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Your garden in July
Fling the doors open to the garden and head outside! Summer is here and what better way to spend your free time than being outside and enjoying your beautiful flower filled garden. Keep plants looking good by regularly deadheading and you’ll enjoy a longer display of bloom. Make sure you keep new plants well hydrated to get them through those long, hot days and hoe off those pesky weeds, which can thrive in the sunshine. Although this still can be a busy time in the garden, don’t forget to find the time to sit back and relax so that you can enjoy all the hard work you’ve put in to achieve your beautiful display. PLANT OF THE MONTH: Salvia A member of the sage family. Salvias are diverse group of plants ranging from annuals to herbaceous perennials and herbs
The essential gardening jobs for July FEED, WEED, AND DEADHEAD Adding a liquid feed to your weekly watering regime will give a much needed boost to hanging baskets, container and borders helping them to produce more flowers and, in some cases encouraging a second flourish of flowers late in the season. Bedding plants, roses and many other perennials will also benefit from regular deadheading.
With Hanging baskets a bit of common sense goes a long way. Try lifting a container or basket. Does if feel light or under watered? How does the compost look? Is it pale and shrunken away from the sides? Dig into the compost with your fingers. Does it feel dry? It should be moist but not dripping wet. During prolonged dry spells, water at least once a day.
This will prolong the flowering period making the garden more attractive and will also prevent the plants from putting their energy in to seed heads. Simply pinch off the fading flowers, or for tougher branches use secateurs. Don’t forget to keep weeds down they steal vital moisture and nutrients. Kill them by regularly hoeing borders and vegetable patches. Larger weeds should be dug out or pulled up by hand.
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SPEND SOME LAZY HOURS IN THE GARDEN After all your hard work, enjoy the sunshine and laze in your garden.
Why should you plant them? With flowers that are popular with wildlife, they not only deliver colour and fragrance but are also great at attracting bees and butterflies. Salvias are long flowering with the potential to put on a great show from June through much of the summer and in to autumn. How should you plant them? Plant in full sun, with very well drained soil, and water well when it’s dry. Trim in the spring to maintain shape and deadhead once the flowers start to fade.
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Kicking us off on the July 12th, if you hadn’t already guessed, is action star Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s latest action thriller Skyscraper. Releasing just a few months following the success of Rampage, this time the former wrestler finds himself scaling a fictional high-rise block known only as ‘The Pearl’ in a bid to save his family. But can this film take the action genre to new heights? Pixar’s first family return to the big screen just one day later in Incredibles 2, the highly anticipated sequel which picks up mere moments after where we last left them in the 2004 original. This time it’s Elastigirl in the hot seat, tasked with defending the world while Mr Incredible safeguards the kids at home. Fast-forward to July 20th and you can expect ABBA fans to weave out of the woodwork, flocking to cinemas to see Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. Set 10 years after the toe-tapping original, expect more songs, more holiday romance, and even more reasons to unleash your inner dancing queen. The fun doesn’t stop there as Cineworld Bristol and Direct Local Magazine are teaming up once again to give readers a chance to win 2 free cinema tickets. Simply fill out the word search on page 14. Are you sitting comfortably? You will be when visiting Cineworld Bristol this July.
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Reggae Night at Ashton Gate Event Date: 13th July Description: Join us at Ashton Gate for a night of reggae! Venue: Ashton Gate Stadium Bristol Ashton Road, Bristol Andy & The Odd Socks Live! Event Date: 14th July Description: Bring a family picnic and enjoy this bonkers kids concert in the amazing riverside location! Venue: Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park, Pixash Lane, Keynsham, United Kingdom Bristol Pride Day 2018 Event Date: 14tth July Description: Bristol Pride is an annual celebration of the LGBT+ community. Venue: Bristol Harbourside Amphitheatre and Millennium Square Bristol DOUBLE DECKERS COMEDY SERIES: CAREY MARX & LUCY PORTER Event Date: 18th July Description: Taking a lesson from Donald Trump, Carey Marx has decided to become arrogant, certain, and unapologetic. So, this show is going to be the best thing in history, definitely, and sod anyone who disagrees. Venue: The Hen and Chicken 210 North Street Bedminster Bristol
Murder, Mayhem and Mystery Tour at Arnos Vale Event Date: 20th July Description: Uncover some of the more unusual and outrageous stories ‘buried’ in Arnos Vale on our Murder, Mayhem and Mystery Tour. Our expert guide will share stories of murder, rioting, adultery and more. Venue: Arnos Vale Cemetery Bath Road Bristol Harbour Festival 2018 Event Date: 20th July – 22nd July Description: The dates for the 2018 Harbour Festival have been announced: 20th-22nd July 2018 - See you there! Venue: Bristol Harbourside, Bristol THE AUDLEY CLUB AT REDWOOD OPEN DAY Event Date: 21st July Description: Tour our club facilities including swimming pool, sauna/steam room and gym, participate in our exercise classes and find out more about our club membership. Venue: Audley Redwood Beggar Bush Lane, Failand Bristol Upfest 2018 Event Date: 28th July – 30th July Description: Europe’s largest live street art and graffiti festival, Upfest will be celebrating the event’s 10th anniversary. Venue: Upfest - The Urban Paint Festival, 198 North Street, Bristol Bristol PAH Open day Event Date: 2nd August Description: PDSA Bristol Pet Hospital Open Day Venue: Bristol PDSA, 556 Bath Road, Brislington, Bristol,
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Article by Jos Clark Liberal Democrats Labour promised Bristol an Arena over 20 years ago and still we are waiting, the current plan to build on the old marshalling yards at Temple Meads are currently being reviewed by the Mayor Marvin Rees (ie; the costs are now far too high and he is looking for a way out). The budget has gone from around £98m under the previous Mayor George Ferguson to a whopping £156m according to a report on the BBC. The Council have only allocated £123m so there is a huge shortfall and my guess is that the final bill will be bigger than that. Accountants KPMG were instructed by the Council to undertake a ‘value for money’ review and found that putting a mixed development of housing, shops and other employment on the site would generate more jobs and millions of pounds more for the local economy than an Arena at Temple Meads.
A Malaysian Company (YTL) that now own’s the old Brabazon hangar at Filton have entered the fray and are offering to build an even bigger arena (12,000 seats) on their Filton site. They say they will cover the costs of the Arena development, but want the Councl to pay around £50m towards improving the transport links to the proposed site. So Bristol would get it’s Arena, provided at no cost to the taxpayer, but would have to fund improved road, rail and bus links to the new arena. I know that a lot of Bristolians want the Arena to be in the centre of Bristol and of course Filton airfield is in the South Gloucestershire Council area. But both our very successful airport and Portbury Dock are outside the current City boundary and have operated there for many years. Of course, not forgetting the worlds’ most famous aircarft Concorde was built at Filton, which we all say is in Bristol. So what’s in a boundary? Is Temple meads or Filton the best option for our new arena? We are told the Mayor will make his decision on this matter next month. So I would love to hear your views on it, what are your thoughts?
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Councillors Surgery Your local Labour councillors have been very busy over the last month – and to good effect it seems! We have just recently learned that all of the hard work of local communities around saving their libraries has paid off. Many local libraries, due to be closed across the city, are now to be fully funded by the Council’s four-year budget plan, so at least until 2022 under the current administration. It really is tremendous news, particularly here in Brislington where Wick Road Library has remained an essential, but sadly scarce, community resource. As I’ve shared before, council budgets nationally have all been cut by over 40% over the last five years, which is why many other cities will sadly lose their libraries. This great result for Bristol has come about through the hard work of campaigners, and some robust accounting by the Labour Executive of Bristol City Council. Bristol is now the only core city that has not cut any local libraries which is truly a statistic to be proud of. The local Labour Party branch in Brislington has taken a key role in campaigning to save Wick Road Library – local activists have worked hard by speaking to residents about what the library means to them (documented in a book entitled ‘Wick Road Library – Part of Our Story’), calling meetings, giving presentations, and coming up with creative solutions that will ensure the existence of a library in the long term. There have been discussions about a plan to move Wick Road Library to St Cuthbert’s Church as part of a bigger and better community hub, but this is a long-term idea that is still in the early stages of development.
Kerry McCarthy, Labour MP for Bristol East, has been a major help in this. CIL funding is available for communities wherever there is local building work being carried out and it is the job of community forums to decide how it will be spent. The bid to spend CIL money on helping to keep the library open can now be dropped, meaning more funding is available for other vital community projects. A bid for funds to upgrade the library may well go ahead in the future once plans for its future become clearer. As Labour councillors, we support local housing developments but recognise that this must be carried out in a planned way that is sympathetic to the local community and can be maintained by local infrastructure. We have therefore been fighting a proposal to build flats in a back space between Wick Road and Wick Crescent. With all four Brislington councillors working together and holding meetings with the local residents and with the Planning case officer, we have managed to get this stopped. There are also further issues with developments in the old St John’s Ambulance area that we are now investigating. I am constantly hearing from residents who are concerned with bin collections, maintenance and antisocial behaviour, but it is increasingly difficult to get Council departments to react quickly. I can only assume that as budgets are squeezed and the workforce contracts, we see evidence of this on our streets and local communities are again bearing the brunt of austerity cuts. Harriet Bradley and Mike Langley, Labour Councillors for Brislington East and West.
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